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Season is busy for junior golfer By Brad Quarin One of Pincher Creek’s star junior golfers has already enjoyed some success this season and is on his way to bigger things. Ethan Choi, 14, is heading to the western championship in Medicine Hat on Monday, with the junior world championships on the schedule for mid July and the national championships in August. With Koegler’s Pharmasave raising funds for junior golf at the start of this month, the community got involved with helping Ethan and other junior golfers. Ethan enjoyed the store’s customer appreciation day and fundraiser. “It was fantastic. I was very, very honoured to have a community like this come to support me,” he says. “It was more than I was hoping for, so I just want to thank Pincher Creek.” Jocelyn Marty, storefront manager for Koegler’s Pharmasave, explains that the money will go to the Pincher Creek Golf Club and is designated to help cover tournament fees and travel expenses of golfers 18 and under. Ethan is expected to be a primary beneficiary. Koegler’s Pharmasave chose to support this cause because Ethan’s dad, Sheldon, is a pharmacy assistant at the store, she says. Altogether, the silver collection, baking table, carnival games and dunk tank raised $850. Ethan flipped burgers and sold goodies at the bake sale to help out. He also played with the children at a putting game. He says he has been golfing for 10 years, starting with a trip with his dad to the driving range. His dad also put up a net in the garage to catch the golf balls that Ethan hit. Ethan kept up the hobby, enjoying the competitive aspects, improving his skills and meeting new people at each tournament.
This season started on the right foot, as he went to Vancouver at the beginning of April, where he placed first in the 14-and-under category. By doing so, he qualified for the junior world championships in San Diego, which will be held from July 12 to 14. Not having had much practice yet, it was nice to get back into the groove of tournament play and also visit family members. Ethan was born in Vancouver. In San Diego, he will be competing in the 13- and 14-year-old category for a second year in a row. His goal is to crack the top five, which will secure a place in the next junior world championships, where he would be competing in a more challenging age category. However, before San Diego he will have a number of other tournaments. “I Photo by Tyler Kemp/Alberta Golf have a really busy schedule from now,” he Pincher Creek junior golfer Ethan Choi competes at the CN says. Future Links Championship in Kamloops, British Columbia. The CN Future Links Western Championship Tournament in Medicine Hat this year, based on points accumulated in other runs from Monday to next Wednesday. events. He could earn one of five spots on Team Ethan says this tournament is one of six regional Canada, depending on how he does on this Newcompetitions hosted by Golf Canada. “That’s one of foundland course. the biggest events in Canada.” He will be competing Despite his success at a young age, many of in the 18-and-under category. Ethan’s tournaments are still learning experiences. He plans to visit Medicine Hat beforehand to get In mid June, he attended the Glencoe Invitational a feel for the course, which he heard is narrow and west of Calgary, where he played against men in heavily treed. He is working on more accurate hits. college and university. Ethan also hopes to play in the United States “That was a totally different experience, ” he says. junior amateur championships in Tennessee in mid It was a professional setting, so he discovered what July, which he describes as “one of the biggest junior such tournaments are like. events in the world.” He placed 43rd out of 61 players, below his Finally, the Canadian junior boys championships aspirations, but he did get a glimpse of what may lie will be held in St. John’s from Aug. 1 to 4. ahead of him. Ethan obtained his spot on Team Alberta earlier
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Light-speed Internet can develop Pincher Creek economy By Brad Quarin As announced last week, Axia is arriving in Pincher Creek. The installation of fibre-optic Internet in town may provide a boost to our local economy. The company chose to expand here after the Town of Pincher Creek successfully rallied residents to express interest. “On the back of the grassroots support in the community, Axia invested its capital to bring the network to town,” says David Skabar, Axia residential sales manager. For town officials, it’s great to finally reach a deal. “We worked really hard at it, and I think everybody’s feeling really good about the work they put in, and Axia … has been very supportive,” says Mayor Don Anderberg. “It’s great for the community.” In January, town officials were tasked with showing Axia that residents were interested in the service. A positive response rate from 30 per cent of the population was required. “We look to work with any proactive community in the province,” David says. Demand indicates whether or not installing fibre-optic Internet in a particular town is “a viable investment” for Axia. The mayor likens this to “a referendum of the citizens.” In the end, the 30 per cent threshold was exceeded, David says. Axia will also waive $200 in activation fees for customers who express interest in using the service, he says. You can visit www.axia.com/alberta to sign up for that benefit. Among town leaders actively supporting the arrival of Axia, David gives special credit to Coun. Doug Thornton, the mayor, Laurie Wilgosh
and Marie Everts. Marie jumped on board after her appointment as events, marketing and economic development officer for the town. She sees faster service, downloads and uploads and unlimited Internet access as a huge benefit to businesses, including home-based businesses, and something that can attract aspiring entrepreneurs. As an example, Marie says that Olds switched to fibre-optic Internet and sold out its industrial lots in under a year. “The community can participate both from a personal and professional level in the digital economy,” David says. “We unlock the whole Internet at the speed of light.” Businesses can certainly benefit from speeds of up to one gigabyte per second. This means that home business owners can download and upload large data files without the usual congestion and buffering. And a further enticement is the price, which is about the same as or less than what Internet users already pay, David says. To get the fibre-optic Internet in place, Axia and its contracted company, Valard, need to hang the fibre or drill it beneath the ground, depending on the site. Anyone who signs up for the service will have a fibre strand leading directly into his or her house. This job can take between four months and a year. The mayor says the cost to the town of bringing in the company is “zero,” with individual users paying for the service. Trucks should arrive in Pincher Creek in a few weeks to start installing the fibre. The hope is to be available to serve customers as soon as possible.
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Read.Write.Success. The Read.Write.Success. program provides remedial assistance for children and youth experiencing reading and/or writing difficulties and performing at least one year below expected functioning level. The program was developed by an experienced educator from the community. Ms Valerie Sherwood has a B.A., B.Ed., M.Ed. and the 100 hr. TEFL certification. She has taught grades 2-12 having worked 17+ years in the local Livingstone Range School Division and three years abroad in China and the United Arab Emirates. Ms Sherwood is currently offering a one-to-one 25-hour program to children age 7-12 years old at two hours per day in three-week blocks throughout the summer. This program is designed to address the needs of individuals in the areas of phonemic awareness, sight words, reading, and comprehension skills. The pre- and post-assessments are centered around the foundation of the Fountas & Pinnell Benchmark Assessment System and Jerry L. Johns Basic Reading Inventory while strategies are based on blended sound-sight learning, mental imagery, and Precision Reading.
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Cadets finish another busy year in style By Brad Quarin With co-ordinated marches and special guests from Cold Lake, the 859 Crowsnest Squadron Royal Canadian Air Cadets wrapped up another year in mid June. Over 60 people gathered near the Blairmore Elks Hall to watch the cadets march and receive honours during the 39th annual ceremonial review. “It’s a graduation parade, especially for the first-year cadets, and it’s a formal review,” said Capt. Daniel Desrosiers. “It’s about recognizing the cadet accomplishments over the training year.” In keeping with this recognition, special guest John Baker presented Sgt. Austin Pool with the Royal Canadian Legion Cadet Medal of Excellence, which recognizes a cadet for quality of leadership and volunteerism. “It was an exciting experience when he called out my name,” Sgt. Pool says. This was the first time he received this medal, though he received the Lord Strathcona Medal last year. He says his work with BearSmart, Alberta Fish and Game, Hillcrest Fish and Game and more contributed toward this award. Reviewing officer Maj. Michael MacEachern then presented the Lord Strathcona Medal to Flight Sgt. Sadie Bannick. This medal recognizes cadets who exhibit good citizenship, leadership skills and fitness. Photo by “I was very shocked, but very excited,” Flight Sgt. Bannick Brad Quarin says. “It happened to be my first medal.”
Her activities include serving dinners with the other cadets and teaching her peers in field training exercises. The other award winners are: Best-dressed cadet on parade at annual ceremonial review: Air Cadet Matthias Eden 441 Award (top cadet in the squadron): Sgt. Alyssa Gustavson Top senior cadet: Flight Sgt. Chase Lincez Top junior cadet: Flight Cpl. Elijah Lawson Greg York Award (for citizenship and volunteerism): Sgt. Austin Pool Robert Desharnais Memorial Award (for attendance): Sgt. Alyssa Gustavson Commanding Officer’s Award (for perseverance): Flight Cpl. Tessa Spain Clarence Morrow Award (for exemplifying cadet motto): Flight Sgt. Sadie Bannick Top shot: Sgt. Alyssa Gustavson Top fitness: Flight Cpl. Elijah Lawson Promoted were Flight Sgt. Chase Lincez to warrant officer second class, Sgts. Alyssa Gustavson and Austin Pool to flight sergeants, and Leading Air Cadet Nicholas Vaillant to corporal. A few cadets will be attending summer training camps across Canada, Capt. Desrosiers says. The 859 Crowsnest Squadron will meet again in September.
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CADETS, continued from page 4 In photo on facing page, Sgt. Austin Pool salutes after receiving the Royal Canadian Legion Cadet Medal of Excellence. In photo above, Flight Sgt. Chase Lincez, right, salutes as he leads the 859 Crowsnest Squadron Royal Canadian Air Cadets in their parade during the 39th annual ceremonial review. In photo at right, Flight Sgt. Sadie Bannick shows her Lord Strathcona Medal. Photo by Brad Quarin
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By Shannon Robison
A few summers ago we were fortunate to spend some time in Nova Scotia. It was my first visit to the Maritimes and we spent about 10 days exploring the province around my daughter’s participation in the national Highland dance championships. Regular readers likely won’t be surprised to hear that Jaiden and I spent Canada Day cruising backroads. We took full advantage of a rental vehicle with unlimited mileage. When it was returned at the end of our trip, the odometer clearly indicated how much of the province we had toured. Canada Day was a day of randomness for us — 12 hours from when we set out on the road until our return. Every little town seemed to have something going on and Canadian flags were everywhere. In general, the mood seemed more celebratory than what we’re used to in the West. Despite the busyness of the day, we happened upon a small beach that we had all to ourselves. Amid the parties, crowds and events, we discovered a serene spot where we hung out until the sun began to set. It was a day of creating memories and an interesting opportunity to see how the holiday is celebrated elsewhere. In my Saskatchewan hometown, the highlight of Canada Day was a trip to the museum to sample warm, homemade bread baked in clay ovens. Fireworks and ice cream typically factored into the day as well. As the holiday approaches this year, I’m finding it tough
to decide how to spend the day. There are events in Pincher Creek, Crowsnest Pass, Waterton and Brocket, and all look like fun. Decisions, decisions. We’ve put together a Canada Day feature on pages 12 to 18 to showcase many options available to spend a fun day with your family. There truly is something to appeal to everyone, including simply enjoying the great outdoors we are so lucky to live in. If you like, you can start the day at a pancake breakfast and finish it with a pub crawl. Whatever you choose, take a few minutes to reflect on how fortunate we are to enjoy freedom as Canadian citizens. We have much to be thankful for. Beginning with our next issue, we will count down the 52 weeks to Canada’s 150th birthday. Each week you’ll enjoy local history shared by Chris Matthews of Crowsnest Museum and Farley Wuth of Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village. Stories, fun facts and trivia questions will tie together southern Albertan and Canadian history. We’re excited about the presentation and look forward to unveiling it next week. Advertising sponsorship spots are available and readers are invited to share their own stories. Watch for our Countdown to 150 feature and more details next week. Enjoy the history and make some new memories this Canada Day. Have a safe holiday!
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New bike shop opens in Crowsnest Pass Submitted by Laurie Lowe important to us — we absolutely want that connecMarc Reimer wasn’t planning on getting a new tion to the community.” bike until next year. But since he started working in Other local cyclists working in the store are Don the new Alpenland store, he’s spent his days looking Ludviksen, who owned a bike store in Fort Macleod at bikes. Eventually the temptation was just too before joining Alpenland, and Eric Grier from much. Lundbreck. A community connection began with Showing off his new set of wheels, he grins and donations to the Crowsnest Pass Boys and Girls says, “I get it when kids come in here, so excited to Club. get a new bike Alpenland — I’m just as was actually a excited.” presence in the I ask Marc Pass long before if he likes his this new venture, new job, and having operated his face lights the rental shop up. and pro shop at “I love Castle Mountain working on for over 30 years. bikes,” he says. It also provided “The thing the rental equipabout this ment for Pass store, we’re Powderkeg for really demmany years, up ocratic here. until 2014. It doesn’t So, when the have to be an snow flies, the expensive bike Alpenland team — you can will also bring bring us the 40-plus years of biggest wreck ski shop expeand we’ll do rience to the everything we Pass. The new can to get it location will be working for a full-service you. shop, carrying Photo by Laurie Lowe “A city bike downhill and Alpenland employee Marc Reimer shows off his new bike. shop wouldn’t cross-country touch it, but skis, snowwe’ll try our best to source parts and fix it if we can. boards, clothing, helmets, goggles and accessories. It’s more challenging, but also more rewarding.” Steve says the shop has been busy since opening If it’s time for a new bike, Alpenland Blairin April, and opening hours were recently extended. more has a huge selection — kids’ bikes, cruisers, “We decided to open Sundays for bike season, high-performance mountain bikes. The full-service because we wanted to make sure if folks need somebike shop also has accessories, tools, tires, clothing thing, we are open and able to help them out.” and helmets. And if they don’t have what you are Alpenland Blairmore’s grand opening last looking for, it can be sent out from Lethbridge. weekend coincided with the Rumrunner Enduro, Owners Steve Mundell and Jerry Strate are so the store had demo bikes to try, offered free bike excited to bring Alpenland to Crowsnest Pass, service for Enduro racers, and held a barbecue, with although both wish they could spend more time proceeds going to United Riders of Crowsnest. here in the mountains. It seems the new business is off to a strong start, “We can’t be out there in the Pass ourselves, which is great news for both Alpenland and the although we’d like to be,” says Steve. “That’s why local biking community. having employees that live there and play there is so
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Patrons bid fond farewell to Swiss Pub and Grill By Brad Quarin After working After 34 years for Heinz’s uncle of serving Pincher back in Switzerland, Creek, the Swiss Pub Sylvia moved to and Grill has offiPincher Creek in cially closed, leaving 1982. many memories for Their business both the owners and opened as the Swiss the customers. Alpine Restaurant Sylvia Inabnit, that year, based in the King Edward who owned the Hotel. business with her Sylvia says the husband, Heinz, will aim was to give fondly remember From left, Tim Lynk, Missy Inabnit, Heinz Inabnit Sr., Heinz Inabnit Jr., Talia Marchment and Sylvia Inabnit celePincher Creek a the many people brate with live music and dancing at the farewell celebration held earlier this month for the Swiss Pub and Grill. restaurant offering associated with the The restaurant has been run by the family since 1982 and was bursting at the seams as friends, family and many European cuisine. journey. long-standing customers gathered to wish them the best in their future endeavors. Photo by Brenda Shenton Besides Swiss food, “The staff was always family to the restaurant served steaks, hamburgers and more. me,” she says. But there was also “serving so many different people from In 1985, it moved to a former sports store on Main Street, where it all over the world, the local people, really getting to know lots of people.” Entertainers at the Swiss Pub and Grill provided great memories too, See FAREWELL SWISS, continued on page 9 particularly musician Alex Shenton. To Sylvia, Alex stood out as “a local boy” and a friend OPEN who demonstrated great talent, both solo and with his band. Alex will miss the Swiss Pub and Grill as a performer and HOUSE as a customer, too. “Every time I was touring through, it was basically comJuly 2 ing home to a room full of good friends and family,” he says. 10 a.m. “I grew up playing soccer with Heinz Jr., so we always ate to 5 p.m. there. The food was amazing.” There were many changes in the business over the years. 22716 -11 Avenue, Hillcrest Mines Sylvia started the restaurant with Heinz Sr., a chef trained Completed Commercial Project Expertise: Design build, self-perform New build Viceroy home on large lot in Switzerland, after they immigrated to Canada. Heinz cooked at the Four Seasons in Calgary before PRICED TO SELL! working in Waterton, and became attached to the area. GENERAL CONTRACTING
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continued from page 8 would remain for over 30 years. However, in 2011 Heinz fell ill, resulting in the restaurant’s closure, Sylvia says. In the meantime, she began working at ATB Financial. That was where chef Curtis Carnduff stepped in, taking over management and reopening the restaurant as the Swiss Pub and Grill in 2012. From then on, it had more of a pub atmosphere, but remained a restaurant as well. She believes the business lasted so long because of their hard work and their efforts to serve the customers. Customers arrived at the restaurant from many places but particularly from the United States — especially when the Canadian dollar was low. “Lots of people came back, two or three years later, and took the same route, just to come and have another meal,” she says. “Or send friends. You heard that a lot.” After Curtis took over management, Sylvia met fewer of their customers, but still saw her staff when she came in to look after the accounting. The Inabnits opted to wrap up the Swiss Pub and Grill when they found a couple interested in launching a new restaurant in the building. Alex and Rose Ginnakos hail from Cardston, and will be opening Athens Greek Restaurant and Lounge. Interestingly, it’s another European family, and they can offer “a little bit something different from what we have in town,” Sylvia says. She’s not retiring yet, as she will continue to work at ATB, and the Inabnits will remain the landlords of the Main Street building. She acknowledges that some customers are sorry to see the Swiss Pub and Grill close. “But I think a change is always good,” she says. “You’ve got to trust that they can do just as good a job as we did.” She’s excited about the new restaurant, which she expects to see open by the start of July, and wishes its managers well.
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WWW.TURNINGPOINTEDANCE.CA 403-562-7730 22705 8th Avenue Hillcrest Turning Pointe Dance Studio is located in the beautiful Crowsnest Pass. The goals of TPDS are to inspire children and adults to develop a passion for dance and to provide instruction in a variety of dance disciplines at both a competitive and recreational level. TPDS is a wellestablished studio celebrating its 15th anniversary of operation in Crowsnest Pass this year. Our studio strives for excellence in teaching and developing dancers in our community.
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Canada 150: Join the Celebration! In 2017, Canada will mark the 150th anniversary of Confederation. The Town of Pincher Creek would like to initiate planning to commemorate this special birthday and to be part of Canadians celebrating from coast to coast.
Do you have ideas on how Pincher Creek can celebrate this great event? What kind of project, event or activity could mark and celebrate this occasion for our community?
PLEASE SHARE YOUR IDEAS WITH US! Also, if your club, organization or school etc. already has plans, please let us know so that we can create a list of special celebrations for Pincher Creek and area. Deadline for response is August 30, 2016. Please email rec@pinchercreek.ca or submit your ideas/information in writing to: Town of Pincher Creek Recreation Office, Box 159, Pincher Creek, AB T0K 1W0. For more information, contact the Recreation Office at 403-627-4322.
Lorraine Hunter, one of last year’s judges for Communities in Bloom, walks along the flower display at Builders World Carpet One Floor and Home, one of the 2015 winners of Businesses in Bloom. Photo by Brad Quarin
Businesses will be rewarded for tidiness and beauty By Brad Quarin In less than a month, Pincher Creek will be competing on a world stage in the Communities in Bloom International Challenge. The town will welcome judges Evelyn Alemanni and Gaétan Deschênes to determine how well Pincher Creek holds up under scrutiny in such categories as tidiness, floral displays, environmental action and heritage conservation. Before their arrival, businesses can prepare by sprucing up their own storefronts and properties for the chamber of commerce Businesses in Bloom competition. There’s plenty of incentive for business owners to get involved. “They’re making their places of business a little more attractive,” says B.J. Scott, a judge from the Pincher Creek and District Chamber of Commerce. That adds appeal and customers respond positively to such efforts. “I think people have really bought into the Communities in Bloom
concept,” she adds. She says she has seen evidence of this in the increase in flowerpots lining Main Street. B.J. and two other members of the local Communities in Bloom group will be driving around to check out the businesses between July 8 and 11. This year, there will be some changes in how businesses are judged. Specifically, different weight will be given to the criteria for businesses in the commercial and the industrial sections of town, B.J. says. The categories for judging are absence of weeds, floral displays, general tidiness and overall impressions. However, judges found there aren’t as many floral displays in the industrial section as the commercial section. So, tidiness and overall impression will be given greater emphasis in the industrial area. The first-place winners in both sections will receive a shovel engraved with the business name and a certificate. See BUSINESSES IN BLOOM, continued on page 11
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Music and people come together at Soulfest By Jaiden Panchyshyn People can look forward to a beautiful summer weekend filled with music as Soulfest celebrates its 10th anniversary from July 8 to 10. The local music festival was established by Jeny Akitt and Joe Cunningham as a way for Joe to get together with friends from his home province of Nova Scotia. The Twin Butte Country General Store provided an apt venue for them to celebrate their shared love of music. “Live music is important to people because it brings them together,” says Jeny. “It brings happiness.” Over the years the event has grown, drawing people from near and far to enjoy music together. The growth has also sparked some changes, with the addition of food and vendors as well as moving the festivities from the store to the farm owned by Jeny and her husband, Phil, in 2011. The extra space not only means that a larger audience can be accommodated, but also provides enough room for the bands to have a stage. Festival-goers are also encouraged to camp on the property, which Jeny hopes creates a sense of community. The performance lineup for this year is a bit different as Jeny says they want to have a “musical reunion.” All of the bands taking part have performed at Soulfest in the past and will come together to make the 10th annual show memorable. Fans can look forward to hearing familiar artists such as NQ Arbuckle, Cowpuncher, Little Miss Higgins & the Winnipeg Five, and Scott Macleod. Despite its name, Soulfest boasts a wide variety of genres and musicians, with the goal being to provide a vibrant and energetic show. Celebrations for the 20th anniversary of the Twin Butte store will take place on Friday with supper and a performance by Cam Penner. A potluck supper will take place on Saturday and the other bands will play throughout the day and into the night. A new feature, an open jam, has been added for Sunday, which allows anyone to get up and play. Event details and ticket information can be found at www.twinbuttestore.com/soulfest.
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Crowsnest Conservation Society organizes riverbank cleanup Ryan Bell, left, Nicola Spencer, Bill Paton and Robert Anderson pose with some of the trash collected in this year’s riverbank cleanup. Photo courtesy of Crowsnest Conservation Society
Submitted by Crowsnest Conservation Society On June 18, volunteers from Trout Unlimited (Oldman Chapter), Oldman Watershed Council and Alberta Conservation Association came from as far as Lethbridge to help Crowsnest Conservation Society clean up riverbanks throughout Crowsnest Pass. Twenty-five bags of garbage and several large pieces of debris were removed from areas along
BUSINESSES IN BLOOM, continued from page 10 Two other businesses will receive honourable mentions and certificates. Any business with a floral display will also receive a certificate of recognition. Businesses don’t have to formally enter into the chamber competition to be judged. How-
Blairmore Creek, Gold Creek, Crowsnest River and Crowsnest Lake. Thank you to our 12 volunteers for their hard work and to municipal staff who assisted with the disposal of the garbage at the sports complex in Coleman. Keeping our community and our riverbanks free of trash contributes to a healthier watershed.
ever, the chamber does encourage businesses to register and will accept registration forms through email. This is the second year since the revival of the Businesses in Bloom competition. The chamber previously ran the program in 2006 and 2007. Last year’s winners were KJ Cameron Service Industries in
the industrial section and Builders World Carpet One Floor and Home in the downtown commercial area. Hopefully, this year’s campaign will add to the attractiveness of our town, just in time for the arrival of Evelyn Alemanni and Gaétan Deschênes for the main judging on July 24 to 26.
Coffee With Council
Summer Vacation
Wednesday, July 6 7 p.m. Summerview Hall
Rocky View Christian School
Council for the MD of Pincher Creek invites its residents to a Coffee With Council session scheduled for Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at the Summerview Hall at Heritage Acres. For more information, please call 403-627-3130
Bible School
3 miles east of Pincher Creek on Hwy 507
Monday, July 18 to Friday, July 22 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. All children ages 5 – 13 are welcome! Bring your own lunch. Cookies and drink will be provided and hotdogs for lunch on Friday! Preregister online @ rockyviewsummerbibleschools.my-free.website or call Ron & Lola Boese @ 403-627-3611 or Justin & Lindsey Toews @ 403-904-5082
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Celebrate Canada’s 149th Birthday!
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today. Is it where you live? In a land so geographically diverse, maybe it’s the landscape that defines you. Tundra, prairie, maritime, Great Lakes, and all the forests and farm land in between are home to over 35.5 million people. Your favourite sport? Hockey crazy: that’s what we are in Canada. A 2010 study by Heritage Canada showed that some 22 per cent of Canadian children who participated in sports played hockey. You might be surprised to learn that soccer
is the leader in youth sports, with 42 per cent participation. Is soccer part of Canada’s new look? Maybe! Is it the celebrities you love? The list is a long one, but we’re betting you know these Canadian-born stars: Céline Dion, Ryan Gosling, Ryan Reynolds, Rachel McAdams, Jim Carey and Justin Bieber, for a start. As they say, there must be something in our water to nourish all that talent. Have a good Canada Day!
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Activities galore for the entire family on Canada Day By Brad Quarin Our home and native land will be the focus of Canada Day celebrations, with patriotic fun planned in Coleman and Pincher Creek. Crowsnest Pass Festivities in Crowsnest Pass will kick off with a pancake breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Coleman Legion. It will be followed at 11 a.m. by the annual Canada Day parade through downtown Coleman, says Jane Ann Reimer, president of the Coleman Community Society. This year, the theme of the parade will be a tribute to the Famous Five, prominent Alberta women who crusaded to have women recognized as persons in Canada. They were Emily Murphy, Nellie McClung, Irene Parlby, Louise McKinney and Henrietta Muir Edwards. Members of the Coleman Community Society chose this theme from among several suggestions provided by Canadian Heritage, Jane Ann says. They believed it would be appropriate given the 100th anniversary of Prohibition and, earlier in the year, the celebration of women’s right to vote which paved the way for Prohibition. Parade participants can reflect this theme in their costumes or by simulating rallies for votes for women. Afterwards, the Coleman Legion will raise the Canadian flag at around 11:45, says secretary-treasurer Debby Greenwood. Many fun activities will be provided at nearby Flumerfelt Park from noon to 4 p.m. This year’s celebrations will have new musical entertainment, with Crowsnest Pass native David Simpson playing guitar, Jane Ann says.
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Lesley Margetak will bake the Canada Day cake, to be cut at 1 p.m., and concessions will be provided by the Blairmore Lions. Children can enjoy a number of games, including human foosball, where players kick the soccer ball while grasping poles. The game was part of Bellecrest Days in mid June and was such a hit that organizers are bringing it to Coleman, Jane Ann says. Finally, dinner will be served at Crowsnest Sports Complex from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Hog Heaven Picnic, held by the Coleman Community Society and Crowsnest Can Do. This is the second year for the dinner, and this time connoisseurs will have the option of turkey or beef brisket as well as roast pork. Blairmore Scotiabank is selling tickets for $15 per adult and $10 per child between five and 10, and will match sales. Proceeds will help the Coleman Community Society buy a new trailer, which will be useful in offering wagon rides, riding in parades and hauling jack-o’-lanterns during Pumpkins in the Park, Jane Ann says. Members of the Crowsnest Cultural and Recreation Society or Crowsnest Can Do will pitch in with cooking and receive a share of the funds to support their recreation centre project. Pincher Creek Meanwhile, hundreds of people will likely be drawn to Pincher Creek for the annual Trappers Association Rendezvous, with additional festivities held at Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village, says museum administrative assistant Laura Korbett. Doors at Kootenai Brown will open for Canada Day at 10 a.m., with free admission. Opening ceremonies are at 11. KBPV will welcome the mayor, the reeve, members of the
Pincher Creek Legion and master of ceremonies Bob Westrop, Laura says. This year marks the opening of the museum’s new bakery, one of three in Pincher Creek in 1905, owned by brothers Andrew and Norman Macleod. The bakery and confectionery offered homemade breads and desserts until the 1920s, says curator Farley Wuth. Cookies and ice cream will be on sale at the bakery on Canada Day, with proceeds supporting the museum, Laura says. There will be new musical entertainment courtesy of Rob Lennard, known as Alberta’s History Wrangler and renowned for mixing music with Alberta history. The Pincher Creek Rotary Club is once again getting involved by offering concessions, decorating the beer gardens and sponsoring the duck race. The duck race has been a popular event, Laura says. Spectators buy tickets at $10 each, matched to a specific rubber duck. The ducks are launched into the Pincher Creek and, about 3 p.m., should reach the finish line at the small bridge near the Turcott building on museum grounds. The winning duck will enable its ticket holder to take home a prize of $400. Many other prizes will be awarded for random ducks. Proceeds are divided between the Rotary Club and KBPV. Free admission benefits visitors as well as KBPV, as it attracts more people, who will often return for more history. It also makes available funding from the government, she says. For details about the Trappers Association Rendezvous, see our June 15 issue, available online at www.shootinthebreeze.ca.
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Celebrate Canada
in Coleman on July 1! La Fête du Canada
PANCAKE BREAKFAST 8 to 10 a.m. at Coleman Legion #9
PARADE – 11 A.M.
Passes through downtown. Theme is Canada – The Famous Five – the women who were foremost in the suffrage movement leading to prohibition and women gaining the right to vote and becoming PERSONS. Floats & horses gather at Horace Allen School, walkers at Flumerfelt Park for judging at 10 a.m. Prizes in several categories.
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Following the parade, the Cranbrook Bugle Band will be showcasing their performance they will be putting on for the Calgary Stampede Showband Competition. This will take place on the street in front of the Legion and is sponsored by
the Landfill Association. Flag raising after the performance, followed by beer garden, barbecue, bocce and karaoke from 1 to 3 p.m.
FAMILY FUN DAY AT FLUMERFELT PARK
Noon to 4 p.m. Astro Jump • Music • Concessions • Games • Water Park • Cake • Prize Draws
CROWSNEST MUSEUM Free admission all day (donations welcome)
NIT TRAIN RUNNING 2 to 4 p.m., free tickets to be picked up at Flumerfelt Park.
STRAWBERRY TEA & BAKE SALE
1 to 3 p.m. $5 per person at Seniors Hall
HOG HEAVEN PICNIC
Also available this year – turkey and beef brisket on a first-come, first-served basis 5 to 7 p.m. In Front of Crowsnest Sports Complex Tickets cash only at Blairmore Scotiabank Adults – $15 Youth 5 to 10 years – $10 4 years and under – free
For further information, contact Jane Anne at 403-563-5408 or Francine at 403-563-3458 Sponsored by: Coleman Community Society, Coleman Legion, Municipality of Crowsnest Pass, Crowsnest Pass/Pincher Creek Landfill Assoc., with participation of the Government of Canada, avec la participation du gouvernment du Canada
At Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village Village tours, concession, annual Duck Race, beer gardens, face painting, bouncy tents, music & entertainment, cake cutting, games, balloon animals and much more! And this year get cookies at the new Village Bakery!
Friday, July 1 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 11 a.m. – Opening Ceremonies 1 p.m. – Special performance by Rob Lennard, Alberta’s History Wrangler! Admission is Free! 1037 Bev McLachlin Drive Pincher Creek This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada. Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
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It’s party time from coast to coast On July 1, Canadians gather together across this great country of ours for the traditional Canada Day celebrations. Official ceremonies, shows, fireworks displays and other festivities take place in every Canadian province and territory. Canada was created in 1867 when the British North America Act (now called the 1867 Constitution Act) was signed. At that time, Canada was divided into four provinces: Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. The following year, Governor General Monck called on the population to celebrate Canada’s birthday, a tradition that has continued every year since. These annual festivities give us the opportunity to pay tribute to Canada’s history, to celebrate the values and symbols that distinguish us (flag, coat of arms, national anthem) and to show our pride in this beautiful country. Since July 1, 2012, a new activity brings together all Canadians on Canada Day: the Great Canadian Oath. This is a ceremony during which all new Canadian citizens are invited to take the citizenship oath. The first great oath-taking took place on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Since then, similar events
have been organized in several cities across the country. Public rejoicing will be at an all-time high in 2017, when Canada celebrates its 150th anniversary. Preparations are already well underway and major celebrations are planned. To learn more about the upcoming festivities — and discover the Canada 150 logo — visit www.canada.pch.gc.ca.
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Join us in celebrating Canada Day on July 1st at Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village
Greetings from the Mayor and Council of the Town of Pincher Creek
Happy Canada Day!
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Groves Music presents rock ’n’ roll benefit concert Submitted by Groves Music Tynan and Shelly Groves are pleased to announce the continuation of a scholarship fund to encourage music students to attend summer workshops. In addition, their entire studio of some 40 musicians is learning Led Zeppelin’s Kashmir in anticipation of the year-end concert to be held on July 3 at 2 p.m. at the Polish Hall in Coleman. This event, which will also showcase many solo works, will be open to the public and will be the main fundraiser for the scholarships. Featuring a string orchestra — violins, cello, and bass — along with guitarists, banjo and ukulele students, a drummer and an electric bassist, and with Tynan performing vocals, this arrangement of the classic hit song is sure to thrill the audience. Although the same song was performed at the inaugural fundraiser two years ago, several students asked about playing it again as they enjoyed it so much. “We hope to begin a summer music camp here in the Crowsnest Pass in the near future,” says Tynan. Groves feels these week-long intensive programs help boost motivation in what could otherwise be an unproductive two months. Furthermore, they provide opportunities for budding musicians from all over southern Alberta to socialize and share ideas. And another plus — students often make rapid progress during music camps. For more information, you can reach Shelly at 403-563-2003 or check their website: www.grovesmusic.ca.
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Rendezvous by the Creek & Outdoorsman Show July 1st and 2nd, 2016 Pincher Creek
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York Creek Lodge residents enjoy new wheels
Staff and residents of York Creek Lodge enjoy their new bus. Standing are driver Carman Graf and Jenny Catudal. In front are Alvina Pavlus, Lorraine Tyson, Marg Chadwick and Violet Kryczka. Photo by Brad Quarin
By Brad Quarin The residents of York Creek Lodge in Blairmore have plenty of reasons to be proud of their new bus, purchased at the end of April. “It’s beautiful, inside and out,” says resident Alvina Pavlus, who also finds it to be a smooth ride. The residents association bought the bus after two years of effort to raise the necessary $18,000. Residents and volunteers achieved this longtime goal through a number of approaches, mainly 50-50s and raffles, says Joanne Drain, co-chairwoman of Crowsnest Pass Senior Housing Board, which manages the lodge. Donations to the residents association were also made in memory of loved ones, and one person even left money to the project in a will. As recently as mid April, Sharon Groat and Pat Chomyn bartended at the lodge’s spring celebration to raise funds for the bus. Activities co-ordinator Carman Graf has spent 3” wide version time and effort applying for grants to assist with the
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project, but with little success, Joanne says. The need was real. Busing is very important to the residents of the lodge. Contrary to what many people imagine, most of the seniors use the bus to get around town, Joanne says. It’s used for the residents to do their shopping, get groceries, attend doctor’s appointments and transfer to and from hospitals. Carman drives the bus, and two new staff members are being trained to do so as well. The lodge’s previous bus had aged, the biggest problem being that parts for it were no longer available, Carman says. The mileage was high, maintenance costs were burdensome and inspections were becoming difficult. Finally, a local dealership contacted the lodge about a bus with lower mileage and offered a trade. The new bus is an improvement on a number of 3” wide version levels. The ramp is modern and safer, and the bus
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can accommodate four wheelchairs, up from two in the last bus, Carman says. The air conditioning also works properly; the previous bus had only high settings, not low or medium. “Even the control of driving is way better,” she says. That makes long trips less stressful, with a trip to Calgary planned in August for a Stage West dinner and show. The feedback from residents who have ridden the new bus is positive so far. They find it comfortable and smooth, and love the carpeting on the ceiling. These are exciting times for York Creek Lodge, which is also expecting to have a new building in the future. The planned location, near Crowsnest Sports Complex in Coleman (previously housing a trailer court), is now public knowledge. In either location, the bus will continue to prove useful to its residents.
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May species count another successful event
alongside the Lundbreck Falls campground. Submitted by Crowsnest Conservation Society “Then four appeared, swimming downriver, all in one Sixteen enthusiastic birders, armed with binoculars group as if they were synchronized swimmers. Awesome!” and spotting scopes, took part in the 12th annual CrowsThe Crowsnest Pass spring count is one of many nest Pass May species count, organized by Crowsnest “citizen science” events that take place annually throughConservation Society’s birding committee for May 25 out Alberta to provide information on the health of our and 26. natural environment. They scoured areas from Summit Lake at the British All participating groups share their data with Nature Columbia-Alberta border, east to the junction of HighAlberta. ways 3 and 22, north on Highway 22 , then west and north “Since the initiation of its first May species count, and on side roads to The Gap. throughout the production of two breeding-bird atlases, Birds were the primary target, but mammals, amphibiNature Alberta has been compiling a database of bird ans and butterflies were also noted. sightings that includes more than 200,000 observations. This was our second-highest species count ever, with “All of our bird data is now being shared with Bird 132 bird species (3,628 individuals) counted. An addiStudies Canada. Bird monitoring data can be queried and tional seven species were seen during count week, three downloaded from the Bird Studies Canada.” days on either side of the official count days. Photo by Diane Stinson This comes from the Nature Alberta website, which These numbers compare to 138 count-day species, six One of the 54 western meadowlarks you can access at www.naturealberta.ca/programs/citicount-week species and 5,804 individuals in 2015. counted last month. zen-science-database. Count-day highlights included a loggerhead shrike Details of the Crowsnest Pass count will be posted at www.crowsnestconserposing on a wire, a Le Conte’s sparrow, and six mountain goats on top of a ridge vation.ca by the end of June. at The Gap. A red-breasted merganser spotted during count week was a rare This is also where you will find information on our next birding event, to visitor. take place this summer during the Crowsnest Pass Doors Open and Heritage One count participant, Teresa Dolman, wrote, “The river otters were a highFestival. light. We first observed one otter swimming down, then up the stretch of river
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Petal Pushers volunteer to beautify Crowsnest Pass Health Centre A newly formed group of volunteers called the Petal Pushers worked on the beautification and planting at Crowsnest Pass Health Centre (continuing care) earlier this month with help from a grant from the Crowsnest Pass Health Foundation. At left, Bob Hamilton applies clear coat after stripping and sanding furniture. In centre photo, Sheila Peters plants flowers. At right, Herald Kane adds plants to the garden.
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Crestview Highlights Submitted by Charmaine Tienkamp May was the end of cabin fever and now we begin our summer bus trips, out and about our wonderful area. We kicked off our outings with a bus tour with Farley Wuth. We absolutely love going on trips with Farley. Some of us didn’t really know any history of the area and greatly admire how much history he has stored in his head. Farley’s tours remind us of days gone by, plus we learn who has what farms now and if their kids took over the farms. This tour was around town. Wow! Pincher Creek has a lot of history literally in our own backyards. Can’t wait to see what will be our next tour. We enjoyed going to the Crowsnest Pass Symphony. They are so talented and a pure joy to listen to. A big thank you to the First Baptist Church for inviting the symphony to play in their church. It is an amazing building in which to listen to the talented musicians. If you haven’t gone to see them play before, you really should, they are fabulous! A real must-see. The weather held out for us to go to Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump. We have tried to go on this trip a couple of times, but either the weather or too few people has been a show stopper. Well, we made it this time! It was a fantastic tour. Our tour guide, Simone, was a wonderful gal. Simone was very knowledgeable of the centre and the area. She answered all of our questions and was so patient with us. It was a very enjoyable trip. We stopped midway through our tour for lunch at their cafeteria. There we enjoyed some buffalo stew and bannock. Now that was a delicious lunch! Some of the residents had never had this kind of food before and we enjoyed every bite. The staff at the cafeteria were excellent and so patient. Thank you to all the staff for making our experience at the Jump absolutely superb. It was so wonderful to see Cathy and Gordon Klein come to visit and play cards with all the residents. They sure had loads of fun. Laughing and catching up is always the best of times with good people. We can’t wait to see you both again very soon. Barb Lloyd in our office brought in some of her in-laws to play some music. Came all they way from Manitoba to visit and decided to come play for us. Two of them played the mandolins and one played the piano. Barb sang and Donnie joined in. It was wonderful entertainment. We all joined in singing the songs we knew. What a great way to spend a morning with fantastic talent and music!
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Out and About
Owen, a Crowsnest Pass soccer player, takes a shot during the Crowsnest Pass Minor Soccer annual mini tournament. Crowsnest Avalanche Under 8 team made it to the finals, where they triumphed over the Elkford team. Photo by Brad Quarin
Young dancers celebrate National Aboriginal Day at Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump.
Photo courtesy of Quinton Crowshoe
Marilyn Welsch, left, Linda Sigsworth, Pam York and Rose Visser gather outside A Nest of Needles Wool Shop for World Wide Knit in Public Day. Photo by Brad Quarin
Jame Christinsen, left, spends time at Pincher Creek’s Cenotaph Park with cousin Courtney Byam, Courtney’s daughter Miranda, Leah Oyortey and daughter Jayda. Families have been gathering on Waffle Wagon Wednesdays. Photo by Brad Quarin Paul Pichurski conducts Haven Gauthier, left, Micaela Baxter, Hannah Forsyth, Emily Goosen and the rest of the Grade 6 band in "Sword of Kings (The Legend of Excalibur)” by Robert W. Smith at the CCHS and ISS Spring Music Concert. Photo by Brad Quarin
In a recent Turtle Mountain Riding Club gymkhana, Tiny Mites member Rylee Lichtenberger rides JD in the poles event. Photo by Brad Quarin
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Rev. Dr. Gary Lee Roy Ziehl 1935 – 2016
In top left photo, Sophia Herman represents her team, Great Britain, in an equestrian match against the Ukraine as part of KidSport Day at Horace Allen School. At top right, Emmerson Duff-Meadows gives it her all in the biathlon. In bottom photo, Julia Goosen lets it fly during the hurdles event.
Photo by Erin Fairhurst
HAS teams up with KidSport By Erin Fairhurst It was a busy day at Horace Allen School last Friday as students took part in a variety of physical challenges for KidSport Day. Events such as biathlon, hurdles, canoeing and even an equestrian challenge had students testing their determination, dexterity and physical fitness. KidSport is a free tool utilized by schools across Alberta with the goal of getting youth excited about partaking in sports and physical fitness. The theme of this year’s sports day was TEAM (Together Everyone Achieves More). The program also provides opportunities to fund registration fees and pay for equipment for kids who might not have the resources to enrol in sports programs on a regular basis. Donations to the Crowsnest Pass branch of KidSport Alberta are being taken at Horace Allen School in Coleman.
Gary Lee Roy Ziehl was born on July 3, 1935, in Holloway, Sask. He was raised on a farm near Midale, took drafting, worked on cars, and served for a short time in the military. At 22 years of age, his life changed. On June 15, 1958, he met Jesus and had a dramatic conversion and transformation. He told people that Jesus had taken up permanent residence in his heart! His life of evangelism had begun! NeedsGary cutline graduated from Living Word Bible Institute at Swan River, Man., in the spring of 1961, and much later received his doctorate there. He met and married Grace Grandfield, on June 15, 1961. They had two sons — Paul Kelly and David Lee. After 41 years of marriage, Grace passed after battling cancer. He married Rev. Dr. Eva Nichol of Northwest Territories on Dec. 17, 2002. They lived in Fort Smith, taught at SALT College and ministered together in the North, until moving to Pincher Creek in 2004, where they were involved with Abundant Springs Community Church. Throughout his 55 years of active ministry, he preached in 38 denominations, from the Arctic Circle to Mexico, and from Halifax to Vancouver. Even retirement didn’t stop him from his calling as an evangelist. His heart’s desire and ultimate goal was to see people surrendering their lives to Jesus Christ. Gary went to be with his Lord on June 18, 2016, in Pincher Creek, while residing in Vista Village. The visitation was held June 24 at Snodgrass Funeral Home, with the interment at the Cowley cemetery. A celebration of life followed at Abundant Springs Community Church, with Rev. Stephen Valcourt officiating. Lunch was provided by the ladies of the church. Gary was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by his beloved wife Eva; his sons, Paul (Susan) and David (Shuling); four grandchildren, Jacque (Paul) Walz, Samantha, Eric (Melissa) Klughart, Andy Jaing; one great-grandchild, Drake Klughart; three sisters, Marjorie (Vern) Shelstad, Vonda (Robert) Kosloski and Laurena (Terry) Clark. He was predeceased by his wife Grace; father, Albert; mother, Daisy; and brother, Norman. A special thank you to Dr. Gelber, and the nurses and staff at the Pincher Creek hospital, Fort Macleod Extendicare, and Vista Village for their compassionate care and support. Arrangements were entrusted to Snodgrass Funeral Home. Memorial donations in Gary’s name were made to the Gideons International. 403-627-4864 Pincher Creek www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com
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Derek (Harold) John Snider
Mae and Olafur Anderson
1993 – 2016
Share your story ideas! A graveside memorial service for the late Mae and Olafur Anderson, formerly of Pincher Creek, will be held on Saturday, July 2 at 1 p.m. at the Fairview Cemetery, followed by a gathering out at “The Ranch.” Remember them with a smile today; They were not ones for tears; Reflect instead on memories Of all the happy years. Recall to mind the things they said, The good advice they’d give us; Their strength, their wit, their principles Remember these instead. So much of them will never die But live on forever after; As we loved them, so we miss them, In our memory both of you are near. From your loving family
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Derek (Harold) John Snider, beloved son of John and Terry Snider, passed away suddenly on June 17, 2016, at the age of 23. Besides his loving parents, Derek will always be remembered by his brother, Dustin (Brother Dut); Nana Judy Vance; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Derek was predeceased by his grandparents James and Lois Snider, and grandfather Robert Brethour. A celebration of Derek’s life was held at the Pincher Creek Community Hall on June 24, 2016. Memorial donations in Derek’s name may be made directly to a charity of one’s choice. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Eden’s Funeral Home 403-627-3131 www.edensfuneralhome.com
Mary Joan Morgan Mary Joan Morgan (nee Calkins) passed away June 20, 2016, at the age of 82, in the Pincher Creek hospital with family by her side. Joan was born Dec. 16, 1933, in Ponoka, Alta. When she was two years old she relocated with her family to Lacombe, Alta. Joan attended school in Lacombe and moved to Pincher Creek in 1952 to work at the Royal Bank. It was there she met her husband, Jack Morgan; they married on Oct. 3, 1953. During her life she was very active in the United Church and donated her time to the Thrift Shop. Joan enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. Joan leaves behind her husband of 62 years, Jack Morgan; her children, Bryan (Shari), Cathy (Darryl), Barry (Carla), Barbara (Allan) and Shawn; 12 grandchildren, Alexandra Morgan, Chad Louey (Corri), Brenna Louey (Greg), Kayleigh (Jesse) Paddock, Jeaye Louey (Michael), Justin and Brandon Morgan, Brittney (Lucas) Semenoff, Nick LaGarde, Robyn and Martyna Lively and Charissa Morgan; four great-grandchildren, Milo, Madden and Maverick Paddock, and Keely Semenoff; brothers Cork (Addie) Calkins and Chub (Irmagard) Calkins; sisters-in-law Jackie and Barb Calkins, Lenore (Ron) Yates; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Grover and Francis Calkins; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Jack and Elsie Morgan; her brothers Allan and Jack; sister Beth Bates and her husband, Hap. A funeral service was held on June 25, 2016, at Pincher Creek United Church, with Rev. Lloyd Nyarota officiating. Memorial donations may be made in Joan’s memory to the Windy Slopes Health Foundation, PO Box 2554, Pincher Creek, AB, T0K 1W0. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Eden’s Funeral Home 403-627-3131 www.edensfuneralhome.com
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Kids rewarded for wearing their gear Wear the Gear Month, organized by Pincher Creek Emergency Services, Parent Link, Brighter Futures, the Town and MD of Pincher Creek, emphasizing bike safety and helmets, came to an end when bikes were awarded to children who won a draw. The lucky winners, Phillip Hutchison, 5, and Gavin Boissonault, 4, were entered after being spotted wearing helmets. Attending the presentation are, from left, Shani Litchfield, Sgt. Mark Harrison, Dave Hutchison and son Phillip, Kate Feist, Deeanne Boissonault and son Gavin, and John Herasemulk. Photo by Brad Quarin
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Friday, July 1 – Canada’s 149th birthday – Garage sale - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 11502 21st St. in Blairmore, behind Border Building Supplies. Sale inside and out. – Dinner show - 6 p.m. at Great Canadian Barn Dance near Hill Spring, www.gcbd.ca – Hog Heaven Picnic - 5 to 7 p.m. at Crowsnest Sports Complex in Coleman. Advance tickets at Blairmore Scotiabank. Bring your own blanket or lawn chair. – Alberta Trappers Association Rendezvous by the Creek and Outdoorsman Show - events all day at Pincher Creek Community Hall and Horseshoe Pavilion – Canada Day celebrations - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village in Pincher Creek. Free admission. Opening ceremonies at 11 a.m., Rob Lennard performance at 1 p.m. – Canada Day celebrations at Coleman Legion pancake breakfast 8 to 10:30 a.m., hamburgers, hotdogs and cake noon to 4 p.m., live music 2 to 5 p.m. – Canada Day parade - 11 a.m. through downtown Coleman – Family Fun Day – noon to 4 p.m. at Flumerfelt Park in Coleman – Canada Day at Crowsnest Museum - free admission all day – Strawberry tea and bake sale - 1 to 3 p.m. at seniors hall in Coleman – NIT train rides - 2 to 4 p.m. at NIT in Blairmore – Coleman Pub Crawl - 8 p.m. to midnight from Crowsnest Museum in Coleman – Pincher Pioneer Country Market - 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Pincher Creek arena lobby – Open house - 12 to 4 p.m. at 22713-11 Ave. in Hillcrest
Sunday, July 3 – Garage sale - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 11502 21st St. in Blairmore, behind Border Building Supplies. Sale inside and out.
Saturday, July 2 – Barn birthday celebration - 2 to 5 p.m. at Great Canadian Barn Dance near Hill Spring – Alberta Trappers Association Rendezvous by the Creek and Outdoorsman Show - events all day at Pincher Creek Community Hall and Horseshoe Pavilion. Banquet and dance featuring Tim Hus Band starts at 6:30 p.m. – Open house - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 22716-11th Ave., Hillcrest – Garage sale - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 11502 21st St. in Blairmore, behind Border Building Supplies. Sale
July 4 to 7 – Turning Pointe Dance Studio junior-senior dance camp. Visit www.turningpointedance.ca for information. Tuesday, July 5 – Turtle Mountain Riding Club gymkhana - 7 p.m. at the grounds down the old Frank Road Wednesday, July 6 – Coffee with MD of Pincher Creek Council - 7 p.m. at Summerview Hall at Heritage Acres near Pincher Creek – Turning Pointe Dance Studio mini dance camps. Visit www.turningpointedance.ca for information. July 11 to 15 – Crowsnest Pass Vacation Bible School - 9 a.m. to noon at Coleman Christian Assembly Church July 11 to 28 – Read.Write.Success program - 10 a.m. to noon or 1 to 3 p.m., Monday to Thursday. For ages 7 to 12. 403-632-6196. July 18 to 22 – Summer Vacation Bible School - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Rocky View Christian School near Pincher Creek July 19 to 23 – Youth Vaudeville Theatre Camp - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Crowsnest Pass Public Art Gallery in Frank. Ages 8 to 16, $120. Call 403-562-2218 for information and registration. July 26 to 30 – Youth Shakespeare Theatre Camp - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Crowsnest Pass Public Art Gallery in Frank. Ages 8 to 16, $120. Call 403-562-2218 for information and registration. August 8 to 25 – Read.Write.Success program 10 a.m. to noon or 1 to 3 p.m. Monday to Thursday. For ages 7 to 12. 403-632-6196.
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Huddlestun Seniors News By Joyce McFarland The poet writes, “A garden is a lovesome thing, God wot!” Another bouquet for the Pincher Planters. I was lucky to visit with six of them toiling away in their booth at the recycling area at the Pincher Creek Co-op parking area last week. Meeting and greeting other gardeners, swapping green living things and ideas, is a meaningful occupation, and I just sat in the sun watching the happy faces. The lovely flower plot in front of the Huddlestun Senior Centre is only one of their many projects in this town that, I believe, has resulted in a huge curb on graffiti and vandalism. Even an ignoramus like me can see that comeliness wins out every time. You don’t have to be perfect to be of service and a blessing to your community. Joe Bruder brought more than his fair share of common sense to the many boards on which he served, and was generous with his time and efforts as a member of the senior centre. A long life well-lived merits more than these few words on his passing, and condolences go out to his loving wife, Vernie, and all the kids, from all the members and friends at the centre. When they are not slaving over a hot stove at home, some of the best cooks in town are playing cards and feeding the hungry at the successful crib tourneys we hold at the centre. Gloria LeBlanc, Marion Smith, June Spak, Shirley Rumsey and Barbara Johnston often work long hours ahead of time and deserve special thanks for doing what Betty Crocker could never do. Everyone is welcome at our crib tournaments. Twelve members carpooled to Beauvais Lake last week to enjoy a picnic-perfect day. It was not quite potluck. Marina brought the hotdogs and buns. The salads and desserts just happened along as they always do when you say “potluck.” When we finally found a campsite with firepit and shade trees, everybody pitched in and made a good time better for all. It took some planning ahead, but the pleasure of sitting around with lively friends in the open air — Beauvais is a lovely spot — made it all worthwhile. On the drive out there, I saw an osprey on her nest feeding her young. Please note that last Friday, Virginia and George hosted the last bingo for a while; it’s time to take a break. This column will let you know when the system is ready to go again. The July calendar of regular programs will be ready at the centre on Thursday. Be sure to pick one up when you come to play crib.
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The CCHS drama department performs No Body to Murder at the CCHS and ISS Spring Music Concert, which saw students of Isabelle Sellon School and Crowsnest Consolidated High School unite to perform music and drama. Here, Ethan Flegg as Bernard, the mime who talks, left, arrives to the Come On Inn, run by Seraiah Vanderplas as Dot, Chloyee Pearson as Mrs. McGarragher and Emmett Morrow as Magee. Photo by Brad Quarin
Out and About From left, Nathan Mitchell, Juno Bieda, Kieran Larson, Garrett Larson, Logan Mitchell and Tristan Bieda raised $106.05 at their iced tea stand to help residents of Fort McMurray. Photo by Shannon Mitchell Volunteers Anne Dyck, left, and Jessica McClelland at the Pincher Creek Relay for �ife. Photo by Shannon Robison
On the first day of the season for the Pincher Pioneer Country Market, Kimberly Hurst, co-manager with Heather Dodd, found business to be steady for the 12 vendors. Lieve Parisis nearly ran out of baking. Most of the produce also sold, the health inspection went smoothly, and customers were happy to have the farmers market back. Photo by Brad Quarin
Local musician Alex Shenton of A Rancher’s Son performs at the Swiss Pub and Grill farewell party. Photo by Brenda Shenton
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Ten-year-old Eric Radvak of Pincher Creek catches some air at the town’s Go Skate Boarding Day event. Infamous from Lethbridge was on hand with their crew to demonstrate skills and tricks for the appreciative crowd. Photo by Brenda Shenton
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PROGRESSIVE North Okanagan Import Dealership has an opportunity for a Licensed Automotive Technician. Fulltime, competitive salary and benefits package, able to work as a team player in a fast-paced and busy shop. Reply in confidence by email to: dkosmino@hilltopsubaru.com.
CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll free 1-888511-2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca/ free-assessment.
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/ MT?uid=prt_blanketclassifiedacn or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
WE ARE “Your Total Rural Housing Solution” - Save up to $9000 on your Manufactured Home during our 45 Year Anniversary Celebration. Visit: www. Unitedhomescanada.com, www.Grandviewmodular.com.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE A-STEEL SHIPPING CONTAINERS. 20’, 40’ & 53’. 40’ insulated reefers/freezers. Modifications possible windows, doors, walls, as office, living work-shop, etc., 40’ flatrack/bridge. 1-866-528-7108; www. rtccontainer.com. FEED AND SEED HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877250-5252. FOR SALE
MANUFACTURED HOMES
REAL ESTATE FARMLAND W/GRAVEL RESERVES - Cardston, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, July 21 in Lethbridge. 130.65+/- title acres, gravel reserves in excess of 2.4 million m3. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; Broker: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate.
GET BACK on track! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need money? We lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420; www.pioneerwest. com. CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon. U.S. travel waiver. Divorce? Simple. Fast. Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300/1-800-347-2540. DISABLED? Receive up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. We get you a tax refund or our service is free. Free assessment call 1-888-353-5612. Visit www.dbsrefund.com.
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PASTURE & hay land. 400 - 8000 acres year round water. Management available. Central Sask. Natural springs excellent water. Grazing available. Other small & large grain & pasture quarters. $150k - $2.6m. Doug Rue 306-716-2671; saskfarms@shaw.ca.
SAWMILLS from only $4,397. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & dvd: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT. is currently looking for 1-800-566-6899 ext. 400OT.
COOKS & SERVERS
METAL ROOFING & SIDING. 32+ colours available at over 55 Distributors. 40 year warranty. 48 hour Express Service available at select supporting Dis-
SERVICES
Wage is dependent on experience We offer ... * competitive wages * on-duty meal allowances * plus many more benefits
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WATER WELL
Need a 3.75” wide version
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Check status of 3 government grants/assistance worth up to $5000 or more EACH and CHECK BIG IRON’S $5000 WINTER DISCOUNT PACKAGE Time12345 Payment Plan O.A.C. for water wells and water treatment
RURAL WATER TREATMENT (Province Wide)
Iron Filters • Softeners • Reverse Osmosis • “Kontinuous ShoK” Chlorinator
1-800-BIG IRON (244-4766) View our 29 patented and patent pending inventions online at www.1800bigiron.com
Phone 403-627-5000 or come to the front desk for information.
919 Waterton Ave.
Pincher Creek
but short of cash??
P.S. We also drill for people who aren’t short of cash
*Big Iron drills all winter long* *check rig availability in your area
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Shootin’ the Breeze Business Directory SPECIALTY SERVICES AND INDEPENDENT CONSULTANTS
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House Cleaning, Lawn Care, Home Check, & Mowing Darlene & Stephen Catonio 403-628-3554 403-632-5202
The New Movement to a Healthier Life Lose Weight • Feel Better • Earn Money Improve Energy and Alertness Just use Prevail beverages Start your day with An Amazing Coffee
Lose 12” or 12 lbs in 24 days – Ask me how! Michele Vogelaar – Independent Representative 403-627-6645 or visit Valentus.com/Healthystartsnow
mr-b Computer Services
Mobile computer lab serving southwestern Alberta Computers • Networking • Websites Call for a free consultation
403-795-9750
www.mr-b.ca
Turnbull Trucking Hauling • Topsoil & Fill Crushed & Pit-Run Gravel
Gordon Turnbull 403-627-3690 • 403-627-8701 Door 2 Door Recycling Pickup Making Recycling Easier! Starting at $15/month for weekly service
587-220-2452
Pincher Creek and Area
NEED A LIFT?
Care Bears can provide transportation to medical appointments in Pincher Creek, Lethbridge and Calgary.
Call 403-339-CARE
Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
School’s out, summer fun is in! The first Sunday of summer drew people to downtown Pincher Creek for a school’s out event hosted by Fox Theatre. Clockwise from top left, Tracey Hoffman serves up samples from the chili cook-off; Danika Sorge enjoys the kids ball toss; the sun glints off motorcycles and cars that lined both sides of Main Street; Kaylee Hann tests her aim in the cup race; Nellie Maund Stephens, foreground, directs a pie at Rayanne Meckelborg while Nichole Boissoneault connects with Peyton Burnham. Photos by Jaiden Panchyshyn and Shannon Robison
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Standing together against cancer
Cancer survivors walked the traditional first lap together Saturday at Pincher Creek’s Relay for Life. From left are Rosaleen Berger, Marlene Bourque, Petra Dyck, Laura Lee Link, Kathleen Hancock, B.J. Scott, Nikki Gross, DonaLee Smith, Pam Dobie and Karen Andrew. Watch for a full story about the event in next week’s issue of Shootin’ the Breeze. Photo by Shannon Robison
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