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Huntington hustle

Photo by Brenda Shenton

From left, Brynn and Delainy with their mom, Eliza Grose, and friend Sasha Shenton celebrate after scaling the cliff-like bank on the north side of the Pincher Creek to make their way homeward during the Home for the Holidays Hustle for HD. The first-time event was held Boxing Day and raised more than $3,000 for the Huntington Society of Canada. Participants who bundled up against the bitter wind to walk the creek path ranged in age from preschoolers to grandparents and included many family members and friends of Cas Main Freeman, a local woman with Huntington disease. Watch for the full story in next week’s issue of Shootin’ the Breeze.

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Standing, from left, are board chairwoman Sahra Nodge, Kathy VanOyen (15 years), Brenda Lewis (six years), Bonnie Fouillard (nine years) and Millie Loeffler (nine years). Seated are Connie Robinson (12 years), Yvonne Dingreville (24 years) and Edna Nelson (seven years). Not pictured are Eunice Kunst (15 years), Violet Koehn (eight years), Barb Lloyd (five years) and Jo-Anne Elliott (five years).

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Crestview Lodge recognizes long-term staff Submitted by Millie Loeffler

Staff and board members of the Pincher Creek Foundation gathered at the Legion on Dec. 16 for their annual Christmas supper and staff recognition awards. Staff who have worked at Crestview Lodge for five years or longer received service awards and appreciation certificates presented by lodge manager Millie Loeffler and foundation board chairwoman Sahra Nodge. Crestview Lodge is very fortunate to have dedicated and experienced staff, who report that they are excited to be moving into the new lodge next year.

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Mentoring Moms seeks volunteers

By Erin Fairhurst It’s been almost a year to the day that Jenny Wilmot started in her new role as program facilitator for Crowsnest Pass Mentoring Moms, and Jenny says she’s happy with how far the program has come.

“The program is growing, and word is getting out,” she reflects. “People are starting to know that we’re here.”

Mentoring Moms is a mom-centric program designed to bring support, mentorship and positive change to Crowsnest Pass and area moms. The program is free and is open to any mom looking for support.

“We want them to be the best they can be,” Jenny says of the program participants. “Most of these moms are new to the community, are isolated and don’t necessarily have any family support.”

Last January, the program started off with two mentors and two moms. Now, the program has 10 moms and six mentors.

“My dream would be for us to have a mentor for each mom,” says Jenny. “We want to have that balance.”

Volunteer mentors will be paired up with a mom who has similar interests or a similar schedule.

“The volunteer hours are very manageable,” says Jenny, adding that a cornerstone of the program is to bring women together in a positive and supportive environment.

Moms and mentors meet individually, but the program also facilitates regular group activities

and Jenny says she’s always encouraging participants to get out of their comfort zone.

“It’s important to change the mindset about being scared to try something new,” she says, “so we come up with new things to do that are enjoyable and fun.”

This year the women tackled a multitude of activities including learning self-defence, yoga, painting and learning about henna art. Although the activities ranged, the takeaway lesson was the same.

“They learned that they matter,” says Jenny.

“They learned that they feel better, and are better able to parent when they’ve taken care of themselves.”

For her part, Jenny says she’s also learned a lot in the last year.

“You realize that lines do get drawn between economic levels, and that creates a very isolated part of the community,” she reflects. “There shouldn’t be an invisible part of our own population.”

If you’re looking to try something new in 2017, then consider volunteering as mentor — all you need is an open mind, a big heart and bit of extra time.

If you’re a mom who needs some support, friendship and positive change, then Mentoring Moms is a great way to take those first steps towards building a better life for you and your kids.

To find out more about the program, please contact Jenny Wilmot at 403-619-3636 or mentoringmoms@cnpparentlink.com.

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Photos by Debra Garside

In first photo, Jenaya Launstein visits the National Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C., before the Nature’s Best Photography show in November. In second photo, Jenaya poses with her “Ramscape” image that will hang at the Smithsonian until next fall.

Teen has second photo displayed at Smithsonian

By Brad Quarin Last month, Pincher Creek teen Jenaya Launstein visited the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C., not as a tourist, but as a star photographer.

Her photo “Ramscape” was one of the featured photographs after it was highly honoured in the Nature’s Best Photography Windland Smith Rice International Awards.

“Getting to connect with so many photographers … and show each other our work, was pretty cool,” she says.

She caught the image of the bighorn sheep near Akamina Parkway in Waterton in 2014. She nick-

named the ram Poser for his great stances.

Jenaya travelled to Washington with two other Alberta photographers.

While there, she went to a conservation-based photography seminar called WildSpeak, where she was reunited with friends who are also award-winning photographers.

There were great tips about nature photography methods. “Some of the photographers there were really inspiring,” she says. “It made me want to get out there more and photograph way more.”

The next day, she attended the Smithsonian ceremony.

Interestingly, several people there approached

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her, remembering “Yukon Porcupine,” her first picture to hang at the Smithsonian. They said they had been keeping track of her work since that first exhibit.

“Basically, they were big fans,” she says. “It was pretty cool to see.”

Many photographers congratulated her on the latest image. She thought many of their photos were amazing, and says it’s an honour to have “Ramscape” displayed in the same room.

The photo will remain on the walls of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History until September 2017.

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Support from friends and family helps cancer survivor through treatment

Angels Within Us made arrangements

By Brad Quarin to cover a few mortgage payments and also Thanks to the community’s generosity, provided gift cards for groceries and gas. things are looking a little rosier for a Pincher Last year, Nikki expressed gratitude that Creek woman.

Hodgkin’s is “very treatable.” She had her Nikki Gross is back to work at the Pincher final chemotherapy treatment last December Creek Health Centre after friends, family and was subsequently ruled cancer-free. She and Angels Within Us rallied to support her continues with follow-up and appointments. during cancer treatments last year.

Nikki was able to start work again last “The monetary value is nothing compared spring.

As anticipated, she returned to her to the emotional value and the security that it position as an X-ray tech at the hospital on provided,” she says. a part-time basis in April, and went back to In August 2015, she was diagnosed with full-time hours in the summer.

Hodgkin’s lymphoma, a type of blood canIt took a little time to readjust to work and cer. It was frightening, though her medical physiotherapy was needed before moving background helped by giving her some extra to full time. Strength is needed for moving understanding of the issue. patients around, lifting, carrying items and Additional stress arose as she faced lost simply staying on her feet for the whole day. income during treatments, with mortgage Nikki is grateful for the financial assispayments, student debt and and truck paytance that helped her get through the cancer ments. treatment and recovery.

Her co-workers, whom she describes as her “I would love to thank all the ladies of “work family,” pitched in by taking care of the Photo by Brad Quarin the Angels, as well all my family and friends, house. Friends in Saskatchewan held a dinner After treatment for Hodgkin’s lymphoma, Nikki Gross is back at especially my mom Nancy, and my colto raise money for her and one friend did a work at the Pincher Creek Health Centre. Her ordeal was made easier leagues at work,” she says, giving special painting for her. thanks to the generous spirit of family, friends and Angels Within Us. mention to Sandy.

Sandy Breckenridge, Nikki’s boss, con“There is a monetary value attached to it, tacted Angels Within Us, the Pincher Creek but the fact that people did that for me is invaluable,” Nikki says. group that assists community members in times of need.

Grant received for ski trails at Pass Powderkeg The Municipality of Crowsnest Pass has received a $32,000 provincial grant, presented by MLA Pat Stier, far right, to support building ski trails at Pass Powderkeg where logging took place last year. Accepting the cheque are, from left, councillors Shar Cartwright, Doreen Glavin, Dave Filipuzzi and Marlene Anctil, Mayor Blair Painter, community services project manager Brad Murray and director of finances Wendy Catonio.

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By Erin Fairhurst The annual Coats for Kids project, a joint venture between the Crowsnest Pass Women’s Resource Centre and Stone’s Throw Café, has wrapped up. Jessica Atkinson of Stone’s Throw Café says response from the community couldn’t have been warmer.

“We received 64 coats, 15 pairs of snow pants and 79 individual items like mitts, toques and socks,” she says.

Donated items are distributed to needy families by the Women’s Resource Centre, which is located in the Provincial Building. Winter boots are still a hot ticket item, as only five pairs were collected through Coats for Kids.

“We’ll keep taking donations here,” says Jessica. “We don’t mind at all.”

In fact, Jessica says that it makes her day seeing members of the community step up to support one another.

“We have the best customers,” she says. “They’re incredibly generous and very community oriented. Just today, someone came in to drop off a cheque for $100 for the food bank.”

Linda Nault took it upon herself to crochet a number of toques for Coats for Kids. Jessica says another woman specifically bought brand new coats from the Bargain Shop just to donate.

“We have a lot of generous people in our community,” Jessica says, “and it’s because of them that this was a real success.”

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For information, please call Shannon at 403-904-2227 or email shannon@shootinthebreeze.ca We extend gracious thanks to all who supported this aspect of the business — it was a pleasure to serve you!

Submitted by Sally Marcellus It’s been a busy fall here — an old-fashioned Indian summer. The colours were beautiful and our residents were able to be out and about more with the good weather.

Our buffets are once a month and are enjoyed by all of us as well as family and friends.

Some of our residents have been involved in the Health Seven Project and are enjoying the contact with the Grade 7’s. I hear some of the students are enjoying the time here and it is nice to meet with the young people.

Our crafters had a craft and bake sale and this seemed to be well received. You can see some of our knitters gathered by the fireplace most mornings.

Our Friday bingos are busy and we usually have 15 or more, however they are finished until the new year.

We had our last Monday bingo on Dec. 19 and were pleased with the turnout from Crestview Lodge as well as Canyon Manor. We always have a good visit.

We did have a crib tournament in November, which was well received

and enjoyed by all. Our next crib tournament will likely be in early February.

We have lost some of our residents to facilities for more care and new ones have moved in.

Everyone seems to be busy and we do have many activities. We did enjoy the music recently by a saxophone quartet from Lethbridge. A mixture of some classical as well as Christmas music, and it made for a very enjoyable evening.

Dec. 21 was our candlelight dinner followed by a carol sing. We really have some great voices here and the carols bring out the best in everyone!

Some of our residents are travelling to family for Christmas and there will be some remaining here — depending on the weather and roads.

On behalf of everyone here, I send out our best wishes for a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, and safe travelling to all.

Sally is a resident of Whispering Winds Village in Pincher Creek.

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My Little Corner

By Shannon Robison

Our final issue of the year includes updates on several stories covered during the past year. We hope you will enjoy these along with the final days of Christmas holidays.

Reflecting on the season, I would like to extend sincere thanks to those who don’t necessarily get time off as many typically do.

This includes snow plow operators who have been kept busy keeping roads clear; first responders, RCMP, hospital staff and towing companies who leave their own families and holiday celebrations when needed; gas station employees who stay on shift to man the pumps in nasty weather for those who are travelling; and store clerks who work long hours while remaining cheerful with last-minute shoppers.

There are many who deserve our appreciation — Happy New Year to you all!

Build your dream

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Tricksters perform at Horace Allen

Horace Allen School welcomed Trickster Theatre to perform Canada: Sea to Sea to Sea for a packed gymnasium before Christmas. In top photo, Trickster performer Jesse Lynn Anderson spots elk with help from a group of explorers. In bottom photo, Jesse Lynn is excited to see her baby dinosaurs hatch.

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Join us for free business training from January through March via online video. Guest speakers will provide advice and consultations on a broad range of topics as participants work towards preparing a comprehensive business plan.

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The CEC is more than a competition; it’s an opportunity to build on your dream. It is open to entrepreneurs in southern Alberta.

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Crowsnest teen blown away

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Louey’s recovery continues

Doug and Sharon Ross are relieved that Louey continues to show strength in recovery from his three-week ordeal of being lost in the Burmis area last fall. Louey’s left eye was surgically removed about 10 days after he returned home. He is adapting well to the challenges of losing sight in one eye. Louey has also regained a considerable amount of body weight. When found, he weighed only 13 pounds — he is up to 18.5 now. Doug and Sharon say he is back to himself and that his personality is the same. Louey seems happy to be home to his bed by the fireplace where he enjoys a good life with his family.

By Brad Quarin Stephanie Duarte-Pedrosa is home for Christmas break after her first semester at Lester B. Pearson United World College on Vancouver Island.

She is the second Crowsnest Pass teen to win a scholarship to a United World College in the last few years. The program allows students to complete their high school education at a college over two years, and Stephanie has a good start on the program.

“It was magical. It was amazing,” she says. She went in with some expectations, but didn’t know what to bargain for in certain aspects. “I was completely surprised and blown away.”

The campus itself is impressive. It is next to the ocean and has enormous trees. Stephanie says the buildings blend into nature well.

She says her teachers are like friends.

While the school is in Canada, she has met students from many different countries and cultures. “It was strange how normal it was,” she says.

Lunchtime alone is an opportunity to learn about diverse cultures, but the school also has celebrations dedicated to different world regions.

The school is student-led, with “village gatherings” where students meet with faculty and administration to discuss policies and projects. There is no hierarchy, so Stephanie does not have an official position in student government.

In addition to the studies and homework, extracurricular activities are required, including creative pursuits and service.

Stephanie has participated in paddling and pottery, the latter an art she was inexperienced with. She has also worked on presentations about human rights.

For service, she belongs to the refugee council started last year by a Syrian student.

It is dedicated to helping Syrian refugees in Victoria.

While she has not yet met any of the refugees in person, the students plan fundraisers and activities with the families. She joined the committee to welcome refugees and assemble packages for them.

Stephanie is spending the Christmas break at home in Crowsnest Pass. With her are three guests — classmates from Croatia, Panama and the Czech Republic.

The students, who couldn’t go home for the holidays, are now experiencing Alberta.

Welcome to the Babies of 2016!

Congratulations

Proud parents are Brett Mayer and Cassidy Zeller.

Grandparents are Mike and Tammy Mayer and Darrell and Debbie Zeller.

on your new arrivals!

Brynley Ann Semenoff

Olivia Rose Zak

was born June 27, 2016.

She weighed eight pounds nine ounces.

Olivia was born to proud parents Tanner Zak and Robyn Kerner of Lethbridge on July 25, 2016, weighing seven pounds two ounces. Very proud grandparents are Riva and Trevor Tarcon of Coleman. Great-grandparents are Bern and Pat Bradley of Hillcrest. Honorary great-grandparents are Steve and Nancy Tarcon of Coleman.

Proud parents are Lucas and Brittney, big sister is Keely.

Grandparents are Patrick Lagarde, Barb Lagarde and Allan Lively, Vince and Shirley Semenoff. Great-grandparents are Jack Morgan and Harry and Linda Lively.

Mack Jordan Conley

Morgan and Carter are overjoyed to announce the arrival of their new brother Mack Jordan Conley.

He was born Oct. 4, 2016, weighing nine pounds four ounces.

Proud parents are Ashley and Tyler Conley

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Micah Irene Pakotokimaiya Anderson

was born May 24, 2016 at Pincher Creek hospital.

Micah’s parents are Mark and Andrea Anderson.

She weighed seven pounds.

Her grandparents are Gerald (Becky) Anderson, the late Carol Anderson and Oliver & Frankie Scout

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A local look back

BY CHRIS MATTHEWS, CURATOR OF CROWSNEST PASS MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES Crowsnest Pass has had its share of dynamic and influential individuals and families reside in our beautiful valley. A family from our past that doesn’t get enough attention (in my opinion) is the Rudds.

Early settlers of the Pass, Joseph B. Rudd, Barbara Rudd, and their three sons, were early merchants of Bellevue between 1904 and 1918.

Their family history is a great Crowsnest story but Barbara is a story all her own. Mrs. Rudd was certainly a spunky woman.

A bit of background on Mrs. Rudd is in order. She was native of Saxony, Germany, and moved to Ontario with her family at age five. Joseph and Barbara were married in 1883, and in 1889 they moved west, initially living in Lethbridge before moving to Pincher Creek, Moyie, B.C., and then Bellevue in 1904.

I don’t know if I could describe the Rudd family as primarily matriarchal, but it is safe to say that Mrs. Rudd was a determined woman.

Newspaper articles discussing the Rudd family devoted the majority of their discussion to the actions of Barbara.

Take, for example, one of the more infamous tidbits of history that we know about Mrs. Rudd. In 1910 one Mr. Steve Manahan was looking to expand his hotel holdings beyond his proprietorship of the Coleman Hotel to include a hotel in Bellevue. The Rudds owned the hotel and store building in Bellevue and it was their hotel space Mr. Manahan was seeking to acquire. Mrs. Rudd showed her tenacity when, in 1912, an issue with the deal

involving the store came under scrutiny. Mr. Manahan believed the general store was also his property and Mrs. Rudd took him to court over it, and won! The store remained under Mrs. Rudd’s control and she showed that she was a force to be reckoned with.

Mrs. Rudd’s character and tenacity are also evident in a wonderful anecdote from the Frank Vindicator: “A very amusing passage at arms was witnessed in the Passburg Hotel last Wednesday.

It appears that Julius, the well known carpenter, was supposed to be doing some work for Mrs. Rudd, of Maple Leaf, he however having been worshipping at the shrine of Bacchus, was taking a rest. Mrs. Rudd drove down and in about one second loaded Julius into her rig and drove off with the capture. We might however state that Julius was somewhat content to accompany her when she assured him that she wouldn’t bawl him out. Votes for Women.”

I could go on at some length of the escapades of Mrs. Rudd. You can find records of her doing almost everything. Barbara ran a boarding house, was a community gardener, she bought her own Ford car, owned a business, survived a fire and raised a family.

All impressive feats, and remember, this was all happening during the pioneering days of the Pass. What cannot be ignored is that Mrs. Barbara Rudd is an incredible character in Crowsnest Pass history.

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Norman (Normie) Kwong is remembered most for his record-breaking 12-year career with the Canadian Football League and for being the Norman Kwong league’s first player (1929–2016) Football star, business- of Asian heritage. man and public servant He’s also recalled by many for his 14 years as part owner of the Calgary Flames and four years as the president and general manager of the Calgary Stampeders. In addition, he was the first Chinese-Canadian to hold the position of lieutenant-governor of Alberta.

Kwong was born and raised in Calgary, one of six children reared by parents who’d immigrated from Canton, China. The family owned a grocery store north of the Bow River and lived in a house behind the store. Normie played football in his formative years, for both his high school team and a junior league team.

It was in 1948, at the age of 18, that Normie Kwong, measuring five-foot-nine and weighing in at 170 pounds, was recruited as a fullback for the Calgary Stampeders. That year he helped his team win the Grey Cup, making him the youngest player ever to hoist a Grey Cup. In 1950 Kwong was traded to the Edmonton Eskimos, where he played until the end of his career. It was with the Eskimos that he broke over 30 CFL records, including most yards rushed in a single game (192), most carries in

a season, and most rushing attempts in a game.

He helped the Eskimos secure the Grey Cup three years in a row from 1954 to 1956 and, during that same time frame, won two Schenley Awards as the league’s most outstanding player.

Kwong was also the recipient of Canada’s Athlete of the Year award in 1955.

After retiring in 1960, Kwong got married and became a stockbroker before starting a career as a real estate agent. But he wasn’t done with professional sports and, in 1980, became part owner of the Calgary Flames until he sold his shares in 1994.

Fun fact: thanks to the Flames’ championship win in 1989, Kwong is one of very few people to have his name on both the Grey Cup and the Stanley Cup. Additionally, in 1988 he became president and general manager of the Calgary Stampeders, rescuing the team from near bankruptcy.

In 2005 Kwong commenced a five-year term as the 16th lieutenant-governor of Alberta, during which he and his wife had the honour of greeting Queen Elizabeth II when she visited Alberta. That same year, he was appointed a Knight of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem, and in 2006 received an honorary doctorate of laws from the University of Alberta.

In 2016, Normie Kwong passed away quietly in his sleep at the age of 86. He will be remembered for his vast contributions to Canadian athleticism, Albertan politics and Asian-Canadian pride.

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CANADA’S ROMANIAN COMMUNITY The estimated 400,000 Canadian citizens of Romanian descent make up nearly one per cent of the country’s population. This cultural community first arrived in Canada at the end of the 19th century after the Canadian minister of home affairs, Clifford Sifton, visited the village of Boian in the Romanian region of Bukovina. The reason behind this trip was to find families willing to relocate as part of the government’s plan to settle Canada’s western provinces.

Between 1886 and 1900, the first Romanians arrived in Canada at Sifton’s advice and settled in Alberta. About 30 other families from the same area followed suit and the settlement was named Boian in honour of their home village.

Over subsequent years, many Romanians migrated to the Prairies to work as farmers, encouraged by governmental measures aiming to increase the area’s population. Today, the building that housed the first Romanian school in Boian is a museum dedicated to the stories of Alberta’s early Romanian settlers.

Economic development in Romania during the interwar period caused a decrease in immigration to Canada.

According to census data, there were 15,000 Romanians in Canada in 1911; by 1941, that figure had risen to only 25,000. However, after the Second World War, difficult conditions in then-communist Romania prompted a significant exodus and many Romanians came to Canada as political refugees. Another considerable immigration wave occurred after the Romanian Revolution of 1989, when local populations obtained the right to leave Romania following the fall of communism in Central and Eastern Europe.

From coast to coast, Romanian-Canadians play an active role in our country’s society and culture. From the founders of the Reitmans clothing empire (Herman and Sarah Reitman) to Quebec actress and TV personality Catherine Pogonat, countless members of this vibrant community have made, and continue to make, their mark on our collective identity.

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Door-to-door energy sales ban will protect consumers Starting Jan. 1, Alberta will prohibit unsolicited door-to-door selling of energy products, to protect people from misleading high-pressure sales practices.

Alberta is banning door-to-door sales of furnaces, natural gas and electricity energy contracts, water heaters, windows, air conditioners and energy audits.

The government has received well over 1,000 complaints about energy-related door-to-door sales. Many have come from seniors and families who felt tricked into buying furnaces or water heaters on the spot. In other instances, consumers felt unrelenting pressure to sign energy contracts with salespeople visiting their home two or three times in one day.

“We heard loud and clear from Albertans who are frustrated by knocks on their doors and aggressive sales

pitches in their homes,” says Stephanie McLean, minister of Service Alberta. “That’s why we’re taking action to protect Albertans by ending aggressive door-to-door energy sales.”

“The RCMP welcomes this change,” says Supt. Guy Rook, Alberta officer in charge of federal enforcement.

“Our investigators have helped Albertans who have succumbed to fraudulent, high-pressure sales at their door. Real financial and emotional harm is often the result from these tactics, particularly among vulnerable persons in our communities. With this ban, we expect to see a noticeable decline in criminal incidents of unscrupulous, door-to-to-door sales of energy products.”

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Alberta’s Utilities Consumer Advocate website — UCAhelps.alberta.ca — offers tips on buying energy products, helps customers shop around by comparing utility rates online and explains utility bills.

Those with concerns about door-to-door energy sales can call Service Alberta’s consumer protection line at 1-877-427-4088 or visit www.servicealberta.ca to learn more about their rights.

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Jack’s tale has happy ending

By Erin Fairhurst Back at the end of November, when Old Man Winter was just starting to rear his frosty head, we shared a story about a little kitten who was in need of a good home.

Happily, just a few days after our story was published, that little kitten – now called Jack – found his “furr-ever” home.

Sherry MacPhail, the Hillcrest woman who was looking after the kitten and going above and beyond to find him a home before winter, says calls started pouring in once word got out about Jack’s situation.

“Some really good people adopted him and they’re going to take good care of him,” she says.

Jack’s new home is with Blairmore residents Eileen and Dayton Moore, and the couple say Jack is doing just fine.

“He was really timid at first,” Eileen says, “but he’s fitting in and he’s starting to play now.”

Eileen and Dayton’s beloved 16-year-old calico cat passed away nearly two years ago, and it’s obvious they’ve already bonded with their new furry friend. Jack has a special spot by the window and they say he also enjoys spending time on the

couch.

“He’s shy but he’s already drinking out of the dog’s water bowl,” says Dayton. “Give him another week or two and he’ll be running the place!”

Wendy Zack, Crowsnest Pass SPCA co-ordinator, is also thrilled that Jack found a happy ending.

She’s hoping other animals at the SPCA will be as lucky. The shelter is currently housing 27 cats and two dogs.

“Sadly, we cannot possibly take in any more cats,” she says. “We are overcrowded as it is and have just plain run out of room.”

Should you wish to contribute to the Crowsnest Pass SPCA, they currently need Whiskas dry cat food, Pedigree dry dog food, clumping kitty litter, dog treats, cat scratching posts, harnesses for medium to large dogs, Pine-Sol disinfectant, paper towels, medium and large rubber gloves, HE laundry detergent, kitchen bags with tie-up flaps (22 by 24 inches) and dryer sheets.

Monetary donations are used to help cover the cost of spaying and neutering, medications, hairball remedies, deworming, grooming issues and special needs such as hypoallergenic foods.

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By Brad Quarin Remembrance This Remembrance Day was very differDay was memorable for ent from what Bradin one Beaver Mines teen. has experienced in Last fall, Bradin Pincher Creek. The McClelland successfully ceremony was held applied to Encounters outside, and was With Canada, a program enormous in scale. that brings youth to The group of Ottawa to learn about youth attended leadership and career the ceremony with possibilities.

Prime Minister Justin The program has Trudeau, Gov. Gen. themed weeks, with David Johnston and Bradin being chosen for numerous Canadian the week that included Forces members. the national Nov. 11 Bradin says seeing ceremony. the officials was the Bradin arrived in Bradin McClelland takes a selfie at most exciting part of Ottawa on Nov. 7. the Famous Five statues in Ottawa the day.

Before the ceremony, while visiting the capital with the After the cerethe group of students Encounters with Canada program. mony, the Encounters visited Parliament Hill With Canada group attended a big dance at and saw the House of Commons and Senate. They also toured the Canadian War the Terry Fox Youth Centre, which Bradin says included cool entertainment.

Museum, and listened to several speakers.

Bradin made friends through the proIn their free time, the youth checked out gram and still stays in touch online. the sights downtown.

“Ottawa’s a really amazing place,” he The group learned mostly about war says. “If you want to see sights, go to history, particularly the world wars. They Ottawa.” heard about the battles of Vimy Ridge and

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Family, friends and neighbours packed the Canyon School gymnasium to top up their spirits by taking in the Christmas concert. The many festive presentations were conducted by music teacher Candice Janzen and included performances from the preschool tiny ones through to the senior Grade 6 students. Those in attendance couldn’t help but leave with smiles on their faces and songs in their hearts.

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