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Driven by high winds, an out-of-control grass fire threatened Crowsnest Pass last week. These McLaren Ridge homes remain virtually unscathed in the aftermath. See the stories and photos inside and at ShootinTheBreeze on Facebook. Photo by Shannon Robison
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Bird’s-eye view of Coleman fire
Photo by Shannon Robison
The Coleman fire, which ignited during high winds last Tuesday afternoon, burned about 100 hectares just west of Crowsnest Pass. This aerial shot, taken Friday afternoon, gives an overview of the affected area. No homes were lost but Crowsnest Pass fire chief Jesse Fox says three locations suffered property loss including a large barn, outbuildings and sheds and damage to vinyl siding. Please see ShootinTheBreeze on Facebook for more pictures.
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Wind whips grass fire into west Coleman By Shannon Robison Last Tuesday, winds gusting up to 130 kilometres per hour caused havoc as grass fires ignited and spread across southern Alberta. Crowsnest Pass Fire/Rescue was dispatched first to a grass fire that ignited on 15th Avenue, near the Bushtown area of Coleman, at 12:37 p.m. Fire Chief Jesse Fox says they maintained positive control and were able to contain it despite the high winds. It was of significant concern due to a grass line that could have led the fire directly into Blairmore. As firefighters were wrapping up, another call was received, to deal with a tree downed on a power line in Blairmore. These concurrent calls kept them busy until about 3:30. At the same time, reports were coming in through 310-FIRE and 911, alerting crews to a large fire burning two to three kilometres west of Coleman in the Sentinel Industrial Park area. Chief Fox says he’d never seen such explosive growth on a grass fire, all moving one direction — in the direction of the community. “It was our worst scenario,” he adds. With a large portion of the department already doing active fire operations, response was swift. Alberta Wildfire crews had also been on-site to assist with the earlier fires and were able to act quickly upon receiving the call. When Chief Fox arrived in west Coleman, the magnitude of the smoke indicated the significance of the fire. From an elevated point of view, he could see that growth was substantial. Travis Fairweather, information officer for Alberta Wildfire, says the fire spread at a rate of 60 metres per second. It was moving rapidly toward west Coleman. A mandatory evacuation order was issued through Alberta Emergency Alert at 4:24 p.m. for residents of Willow Drive, McLaren Ridge, Carbondale Trailer Court and
MacGillivray Flats. Highway 3 was closed at Flumerfelt Park. The Municipality of Crowsnest Pass declared a local state of emergency at 5:43. Mayor Blair Painter says about 130 to 150 people were evacuated and that the state of emergency enabled additional support by bringing in the Alberta Emergency Management Agency. Communications were hampered somewhat by a power outage that covered almost the entire municipality. “It caused grief on all levels,” Chief Fox says. It severely affected radio communications and emergency crews had to resort to using cellphones. The outage also created problems for emergency vehicles in need of fuel. “There were hiccups, but we pressed through that and made it work,” he says. An emergency co-ordination centre was set up at Frank Slide Interpretive Centre and a unified command was established between multiple agencies. “Removal of any one of them would have rendered us ineffective,” says Chief Fox. With the entire municipality under threat, an evacuation reception centre was established at Pincher Creek’s Vertical Church. Mutual aid came from Pincher Creek Emergency Services and Lundbreck Fire Department. A call also went out for volunteers with previous firefighting experience in Crowsnest Pass. “Many stepped up and helped and for that we are grateful,” says Chief Fox. Firefighting efforts kicked into high gear as RCMP assisted with the evacuation. Chief Fox says there were no problems with compliance. At a town hall meeting a month earlier, residents in attendance were told what an evacuation process would look like. At the time, the Kenow fire was burning in Waterton and Chief Fox stressed that no one would be left behind.
Recognizing that not everyone has technology at their fingertips, he made it known that, in the event of an evacuation, RCMP officers would stop at every door. With the Kenow event, people became hypersensitive to the real threat of a wildfire, Chief Fox says, and this may have had a positive impact on the evacuation response last week. While the blasting wind posed challenges, rain began to fall late Tuesday afternoon. At times it was blown sideways, but every drop was welcome. Chief Fox says efforts were concentrated on holding the fire to a determined line. As incident commander, he was responsible for providing strategic direction. From a vantage point in downtown Coleman, an eerie orange glow shone from behind the rocks around supper time. FortisAlberta crews worked through the night to restore power, and by late morning on Wednesday, lights were back on for most residents. At 1:30 p.m. the highway was reopened and at 3:45, Willow Drive residents were allowed home. The balance of the evacuees were allowed 15-minute escorted visits to their homes Wednesday evening. Fire suppression activities continued throughout the day and night as the fire lingered and hot spots remained. Crews worked on the ground and multiple helicopters bucketed water onto the area. Winds did not reach anticipated speeds and rain fell most of the night, allowing crews to establish containment guards. By Thursday morning the fire was classified as being held and all evacuation orders were rescinded. The local state of emergency was lifted at 7 p.m. At 10 a.m. Friday the Coleman fire was declared under control. Chief Fox says the Alberta Emergency Alert messages “couldn’t have been faster.”
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Tim Trytten, AEA team lead for the Alberta Emergency Management Agency, says issues were identified during the Kenow fire and have been addressed. Last Tuesday was a very busy day for AEA, with 32 alerts issued. Five were considered critical, utilizing all available channels. Those using Android versions of the AEA app received messages in 1.31 minutes while Apple users received theirs, on average, in 2.33 minutes — well below the five-minute target. Mr. Trytten recommends having as many communication pathways into your home as possible — radio, TV, social media and the AEA app and social media channels. In total, 2.8 million messages were issued in one day, and he is very pleased with how things went. “The system worked very well,” he says. “We got the message out.” About 148,000 radio and TV stations subscribe to AEA alerts, 175,000 people have downloaded the mobile app and 222,000 follow AEA on Facebook and Twitter. “You can’t reach everybody all the time, but you want to give people as many choices as possible,” he says. To be prepared for a major power outage such as happened Tuesday night, one can tune in the car radio, and it’s always a good idea to have a backup phone charger, a batteryoperated radio and a generator. Mr. Trytten says that by April or so of next year, AEA will be able to reach all Albertans on their smartphones, whether or not they have the app installed. A strong message to take from this fall’s fires is to follow multiple channels of communication and to know where to get your information from. The importance of FireSmart principles must also be stressed, as Scott Long, executive director of Alberta Emergency Management Agency, said on CBC Radio last week that events like this fall’s fires are “probably the new norm.”
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Neighbours stand together through Coleman fire By Shannon Robison For three families residing at McLaren Ridge, west of Coleman, Oct. 17 is a day they will not soon forget. The burned areas around their homes are a testament to the impact of severe grass fire — amazingly, damage to the houses is negligible. Barb Hemphill, who lives in the house farthest west in the cul de sac, was concerned by the weather that morning and considered cancelling an appointment in Lethbridge due to the “horrific” winds. She enjoyed her ritual cup of tea and shortly afterward the power went out. With nothing else to do and assurance from her son, Aaron, that she would be fine if she drove slowly, she decided to keep her appointment. For some reason she chose to take the dog along. Tessli usually travels with her owner on short trips to town, but Barb says that when she needs to go on longer trips she typically “chucks a nice juicy bone” to keep the dog busy while she sneaks away. That morning, Tessli went along for the ride. On her return trip from the city, Barb received a text message from her daughter Sarah Baillie, who lives two doors down. Sarah asked if Barb had lit her wood stove.
Tanya’s greenhouse
“I was trying to keep on the road” in the gusting wind, she says. “Suddenly my heart went into my mouth.” Barb had planned to cook some eggs that morning and found herself wondering if the stove had been left on when the power went out. “I began praying really hard,” she says. Sarah had been preparing supper for her family — husband Scott and children Kuria, Joel and Lily — when she noticed smoke. It’s not unusual for smoke from her mother’s wood stove to gust over, but this didn’t feel right. When she looked outside there was heavy smoke and none was coming from the chimney. She drove over to Barb’s house and was hit with hot ashes when she stepped outside. “There was no Mom and no dog and I panicked,” Sarah says. “I knew it was urgent to leave.” In smoke so thick that it hurt her eyes and throat, Sarah drove up the hill to 19th Avenue to call her husband. She also tried, without luck, to reach the school bus driver — it was time for the kids to show up. Scott told her he would be right there and suggested she go back down to retrieve passports and other documents, but Sarah said she was too scared. After a phone call to Tanya Kindrat, who lives in the centre home, Sarah changed her mind about going back down the hill. Tanya and husband Jason’s dog, Yoda, was still in their house. By that time, RCMP were on-site and the road was blocked. Sarah guesses it had been about 15 minutes since she drove up the hill, but adds that it was hard to judge. In that time a large tree had come down across the road and officers were reluctant to let her make a return trip to the house. With their approval, and
Tanya Kindrat, left with Yoda, Barb Hemphill with Tessli, and Sarah Baillie stand at the front of Barb’s home, where fire licked at the base of the deck timbers but didn’t ignite the house during Coleman’s fire last week. The front page photo shows an aerial view of Barb’s and Tanya’s homes. Photos by Shannon Robison
agreement that she wouldn’t take time to gather anything but the dog, she drove over the fallen tree and rushed into Tanya’s house. Yoda was frightened and it took some convincing to get him into the vehicle with her own dog, Maggie. At the top of the hill she met up with her husband. They sat and watched the fire approach. When trees began candling, they pulled onto the highway and stopped at the viewpoint overlooking their property. Sarah says the biggest stress was not knowing where her children were, as they often get off the bus and walk down the slope to the house. From the bluff, she and Scott watched the fire sweep through the acreages below. In the dense smoke, they couldn’t see the houses, but assumed their home was burning before their eyes. At last they heard from Kuria, who had borrowed the bus driver’s cellphone. The bus was stopped across from the Volker Stevin yard
in Coleman and the family was soon reunited. In Sparwood, where Tanya and Jason both work for Teck, Tanya was out the door immediately after receiving Sarah’s call. She made it through before the Highway 3 was closed and drove east to Crowsnest Pass. “As I drove up, Aaron’s barn was burning and emergency vehicles were everywhere,” she says. “Volunteers were moving horses and visibility on the highway was zero.” Jason was stopped at the highway barricades and returned to Sparwood to stay with friends. Tanya met up with Sarah to get Yoda, and was invited to stay at Tammy and Don Forsyth’s house along with the Baillie family. At this point, everyone was dealing with a degree of shock. “What do you do?” says Sarah. She thought they would meet up See NEIGHBOURS STAND TOGETHER,
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NEIGHBOURS STAND TOGETHER, continued from page 4 with their children, regroup and make a plan, but quickly found that she wasn’t thinking straight. “Thank God for Tammy and Don,” she says. “They invited six people and two giant dogs into their home.” Over the course of the night, they found small moments of humour as the dogs took over the beds and made themselves at home. “The video shared on social media was taken by a fellow standing next to me at the lookout,” Sarah says. “In it, it looks like our houses were on fire.” It was a lot to digest. The Forsyth home was one of only a few in the municipality with power that evening, and the women were grateful for this. Meanwhile, Barb had stopped to see a friend when she reached Cowley. Rather than attempting to return to the Pass, she turned south toward daughter Theresa MacGarva’s home at Lee Lake. “At 70, I’ve been through hard times,” she says. “And I realized there was nothing in my house that I couldn’t live without.” She remained distraught over the possibility of having started a fire by leaving the stove on, until Sarah called again to let her know it was a forest fire. Tanya settled herself by talking on the phone with her husband and her parents during this night of high anxiety. Family and friends were worried and feeling helpless, but Tanya finally shut off her phone to give herself a break. The next day, she was surprised to learn that the red barn along the highway had burned. When she drove past it on her trip home, it appeared the fire had already moved through and the building was intact at that time. Wednesday evening, they were allowed a brief visit to their homes. For the most part, things looked good. Jason’s truck sat, untouched, in the driveway and Tanya’s barnwood greenhouse had survived. At dusk, the damage to the forest below their houses wasn’t apparent, but in the light of the following day, they realized a considerable amount of the forest had been lost. Tanya felt a huge sense of relief. “We are so blessed to have the houses and to be able to come home,” she says. In the aftermath, they can laugh over the quest for clean underwear and are grateful they had one another through the
experience. Sarah says the fire burned through their acreages before fire personnel had an opportunity to get down there. The burn lines come to within a foot of Barb’s home and she burst into tears when she saw those lines for the first time. “There is a God, there’s no other way to explain this,” she says. Concerned about drought conditions this summer, Barb had run soaker hoses along the fence until about a week ago. Stones are placed strategically around trees and the underside of the deck, and a clear yard is another factor that may have worked in her favour. Tanya and Jason had done more mowing than usual this summer, which would have reduced fuel for the fire to feed on as well. As they talk about things they will do differently going forward, Sarah mentions a sense of complacency that many feel. “I know now that we have to to take personal responsibility, have a plan and be prepared.” Barb keeps photos and important documents in a fireproof safe and Tanya has a travel bag with her during the winter months that will likely stay in her car year-round now. All will keep their gas tanks at least half full. These are lessons everyone can take away from the situation. Their homes, and the fourth house in the cul de sac, are undamaged and don’t even carry an odour of smoke. All three women realize how much there is to be grateful for. Fire suppression work and monitoring of the area continue. With winds that gusted up to 130 kilometres per hour, a flare-up from a hot spot could have had disastrous results if fire crews hadn’t continued actively working on the site. The ladies express deep thankfulness to all emergency workers and volunteers who assisted in any way with fighting the fire and with the evacuation and the aftermath. Sarah is especially thankful to Karen Manzer, who has helped her family with the emotional end of things. “We didn’t lose anything, but went through all the feelings when we thought we had.” As the days pass, the shock wears off and the ashes settle, these three women will remain united as neighbours, family and friends.
Yoda inspects the new landscape left in his McLaren Ridge backyard last Tuesday.
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CORNER An editorial column by Shannon Robison
It’s always fun to dress up and head out for a gala night on the town. Last year the Pincher Creek and District Chamber of Commerce went out on a limb and tried something new for the annual Awards of Excellence presentations. As a board member, I know how much time and effort went into implementing the changes and producing an awards evening that people would look at as a highlight of the year’s social calendar. We brought in a band and moved to a larger venue. Chef Stu Allen was hired to prepare an elegant dinner and we pushed hard to fill the hall. The first event sold out, as did the second this year. We ramped things up a notch further, encouraging people to dress formally, and brought in the Chevelles — a band that always gets people busy on the dance floor. Again, we were somewhat nervous about the changes, and again, the night turned out to be a spectacular success. As a sponsor, it’s a night out as a treat to my staff. As a board member, I felt bad to be eating first while my cohorts were busy ensuring everything was moving smoothly.
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Between fires, elections and the general busyness of fall, things have been a tad stressful in our neck of the woods. A night out on the town was good for everyone. Award presentations flowed smoothly and every winner was deserving. From myself and my staff I extend sincere congratulations to all award recipients. Chamber president Sam Schofield kept the show moving along as good food and drink was enjoyed at the tables. I won’t give away the winners because you’ll find their smiling faces on page 9. All of us at Shootin’ the Breeze are genuinely thankful to the nominators who considered us worthy of the Small Business of the Year and Spirit of Pincher Creek awards. Your acknowledgment of our efforts is greatly appreciated. I’m fortunate to have an
awesome team to work with, week in and week out. Their names follow the order, from left, that we stand in the photo above: Maureen Bevan is our sales rep, looking after the needs of our advertisers in Pincher Creek, Crowsnest Pass and beyond. I am the publisher-owner of your weekly paper and wear a multitude of hats including writing, photography, ad design, page layout and social media management. Blaise O’rourke delivers papers in Pincher Creek each week. Jaiden Panchyshyn also wears many hats, including photography, ad design, management of website and social media platforms and manning the front office. Caitlin Clow’s last day in Pincher Creek was Friday. She was with us for the past six weeks on a short-term contract as multimedia editor. While she has returned to Calgary, she will
continue writing articles for us from afar. Brenda Shenton is another whose job entails a wide variety of tasks, including feature photography, front office management and writing. Missing from the photo or unable to join us Friday evening, are: Cary Robison, who looks after our bookkeeping, technical support and editing of the paper every week. Erin Fairhurst, who contributes feature articles and photos from Crowsnest Pass; Gary Andrews, who looks after distribution of the papers in Crowsnest Pass; and Auralea Boldt, who contributes feature articles from Pincher Creek. Kari Zieffle and Sue LeongNeumann get our papers to Twin Butte and Brocket each week and I’m grateful for their contributions as well. Thanks to everyone for a great night! Mark your calendar for next year.
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Unsung heroes in the community The days after a most incredible day of wind and fires is a time to appreciate all of those who worked tirelessly to fight the two fires that occurred in Crowsnest Pass. Overwhelming support and encouragement has been shared for the first responders, the men and women in uniform, who aided our community during a state of emergency. They have done a great job and continue to work tirelessly to save our community from the devastating wildfire. I would like to draw everyone’s attention to the less visible heroes within our community: the men and women who embody the sense of strength and love for our community that has made Crowsnest Pass an amazing place to live and work. It may not be common knowledge to the larger community, but within hours of the wildfire starting, a group of retired volunteer firefighters stepped forward and immediately went to work alongside those in uniform, fighting to save the community they love.
They quietly went to work, armed with decades of training, wearing nothing more than coveralls, and carrying shovels and tanks on their backs. They faced the monster, beating the fire back and working to save homes. They worked in places where even those sporting the uniform refused to tread. They gave our men and women in uniform a fighting chance against the fire, because they created a team comprised of experienced manpower to keep going forward when Mother Nature wouldn’t quit. These heroes are an important part of our community, who did not ask for recognition for their bravery, but instead quickly jumped in to help when their community called. I feel it would be an incredible oversight if their efforts went unnoticed, as their actions displayed the sense of community that makes Crowsnest Pass such a wonderful place to be. Proud daughter and sister of retired volunteer firemen in Crowsnest Pass
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Kudos to election workers
The recent workshop Strengthening Volunteer Boards, sponsored by the Pincher Creek recreation office, was most helpful. Leaders were responsive to the many questions raised. At the same time, they outlined the responsibilities that help volunteer organizations operate effectively. Should an organization need help with such matters as member recruitment, financial planning or developing bylaws, contact Rhonda Oczkowski at the rec office. She has access, through Alberta Culture and Tourism, to a wealth of resources at no cost. Knowledgeable workshop leaders can be invited to work hands-on with any community organization. Thanks for a most worthwhile event. Joyce Sasse, Annora Brown Society
Once again the municipal election is over. The residents of the town of Pincher Creek have chosen a new team to go forward. Thank you to all those people who put their names forward. I would like to thank Municipal Affairs of Alberta for the friendly assistance given. Also a big thanks to the staff at the town office for your cheery smiles and all the work you did for me. It was all appreciated. My biggest thank you goes to all the workers at the election polls. You all did an excellent job. It was all performed in an efficient and professional manner. Good job by all; thank you so much. Lou Burnham, Returning Officer, Town of Pincher Creek
Capturing passion on paper Erin Fairhurst, thank you so very much for the article you wrote about 859 Air Cadet Squadron (Oct. 18 issue). I have never seen the way I feel about this program in print before, and you captured my
passion perfectly. I hope what you wrote inspires new recruits for us and a renewed sense of purpose as a unit. Evelyne Huseby, 859 SSC Advisor
Last chance for cannabis legalization input Albertans have until Friday to provide feedback on the provincial government’s draft framework for managing cannabis legalization in the province. The cannabis framework proposes who will be able to buy and use cannabis once it is legal, where they will be able to buy it and where they will be allowed to use it. The framework supports four policy priorities for legalization: keeping cannabis out of the hands of children; promoting public safety on roads, in workplaces and in public spaces; protecting public health; and limiting the illicit market. “With your input, we’ve drafted a proposed framework to manage legalized cannabis in our province. We look forward to receiving additional feedback from Albertans on this framework,” says Justice Minister and Solicitor General Kathleen Ganley.
High-level details of the draft framework: — Minimum age of 18 to purchase and consume cannabis. — Provincial oversight and regulation of wholesaling and distribution of cannabis products through the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission. — Public possession limit for adults of 30 grams. — Ability to grow up to four cannabis plants, no taller than one metre, at home for personal use. — Restrictions on retail locations selling alcohol, tobacco or pharmaceuticals together with cannabis. — Strict rules around zoning retail locations and training for employees. — Provincewide restrictions on where cannabis can be used in public, with an emphasis on protecting children and limiting secondhand exposure.
— Ability for municipalities to introduce additional restrictions on public consumption. — New tools to expand the ability of police to address drug-impaired driving. — Development of an extensive public education program. Full details of the draft Alberta Cannabis Framework are available online and Albertans are encouraged to provide feedback to the government. The online survey runs until Friday, Oct. 27, at midnight. A final version of the framework and legislation is expected to be introduced later this winter. More than 45,000 Albertans responded to an online survey about cannabis this summer, making it one of the most successful government surveys in Alberta’s history.
For further information, visit www.alberta.ca/cannabis.
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Voter count varies in area By Caitlin Clow After an exciting municipal election evening Oct. 16, results are now official for the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass, the Municipal District of Pincher Creek and the Town of Pincher Creek. Voter turnout numbers have also been released, revealing some interesting changes. Over the course of election day and during the advance polls, 1,040 Pincher Creek town residents cast their votes — a notable increase over the turnout four years ago. Actually, 1,049 voted this year, but nine of those ballots were spoiled. In 2013, according to Municipal Affairs, of the 2,804 eligible voters in the town, 876 voted. The MD of Pincher Creek’s voter count jumped significantly. In 2013, only 381 residents exercised their right to vote. This year, that number shot up to 612. Crowsnest Pass, however, experienced something different. During the 2013 municipal election, 2,755 votes were cast.
But this year, only 1,452 residents voted. Official vote count in Crowsnest Pass is Dave Filipuzzi with 1,143, Marlene Anctil with 1,059, Dean Ward with 1,056, Doreen Glavin with 1,022, Gordon Lundy with 966, and Lisa Sygutek with 954. Not elected was Leslie McCallum with 840. Blair Painter was acclaimed as mayor. Official results for the MD of Pincher Creek have Quentin Stevick acclaimed in Ward 1. In Ward 2, Rick Lemire received 95 votes and Fred Schoening 61. In Ward 3, Bev Everts received 112 votes,Garry Marchuk 68 and Thomas Judd 61. Reeve Brian Hammond was acclaimed in Ward 4. In Ward 5, Terry Yagos received 144 votes and Ernest Olsen 69. The Town of Pincher Creek’s official results confirm incumbent Wayne Elliott as the top vote getter at 844, followed by Scott Korbett, 804; Mark Barber, 787; Lorne Jackson, 765; Brian McGillivray, 682; and Sussanne O’Rourke, 423. Not elected were Douglas Thornton with 338 and Tim Blake with 316.
Recount confirms results of Pincher Creek’s mayoral race Don Anderberg will hold his mayoral position after a recount of the ballots was completed Wednesday morning. The results came back with an adjusted 702 votes for Mr. Anderberg and 329 for Dianne Gray. Ms. Gray, who had 330 votes in Monday night’s election count, requested the recount in an email to the returning officer Tuesday. She had nine questions about the proceedings of the count on election night as the results were quickly adjusted due to a malfunction in the Town of Pincher Creek’s online reporting. The live, unofficial results for the mayoral and council ballot count on Monday were being compounded — or totalled — instead of displaying the correct total. This was corrected when staff realized the error at 10:49 p.m. “At no time did the place standings of mayoral or council candidates change, the only change was the number of reported votes,” stated a release signed by town CAO Laurie Wilgosh and returning officer Lou Burnham. The response to Ms. Gray’s questions explained that the returning officer submitted polling results to a member of
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the town’s administration who was located in a different room. “The poll results were entered into a spreadsheet that was then printed and submitted to another member of administration to enter into the town’s website.” The reason for this was simply that the returning officer did not have the credentials to log in or access the town’s website. “At no time were any of the numbers altered or changed,” the statement reads. “Proof of all documents are available for review at the town office.” The letter also made clear that no staff from the Town of Pincher Creek had access to the counting room after the polls closed at 8 p.m. Two scrutineers, 13 deputy returning officers and one returning officer were the only people present in the counting room following the election on Monday evening. A scrutineer, candidate, the returning officer and one deputy returning officer were present for the recount that took place Wednesday morning. Don Anderberg will resume his role as mayor for another term.
Unprecedented storm season for FortisAlberta By Caitlin Clow Winds blustering over 100 kilometres per hour throughout the province last week fanned flames, forcing thousands from their homes across 10 communities, including Coleman. Many others were left in the dark for hours due to damaged power lines. The lights went out in communities throughout Crowsnest Pass on Tuesday evening due to the high winds and fire. FortisAlberta restored power to the last of the affected areas by about 11 a.m. Wednesday. FortisAlberta’s director of customer experience, Jennifer MacGowan, said more than 11,000 people were without power during the peak of the storm. Customers across the province were affected, but southern Alberta made up the majority. Crews were mobilized from across the province to work as quickly, and as safely, as possible to restore utilities, she said. “We had over 300 people working around clock.” “These guys, along with firefighters, are sort of the unsung heroes,” she said. “They have to be out in the weirdest and wackiest weather. It was a crazy season.” Six weeks earlier, crews were deployed to repair power poles damaged by the Kenow fire, which burned through Waterton Lakes National Park into the Municipal District of Pincher Creek. “This has been an unprecedented storm season,” Jennifer said. “The magnitude, in terms of the damage they created, is something we haven’t seen.” FortisAlberta monitors weather warnings carefully. Although the weather is often unpredictable, if a situation is a cause for concern, the company proactively mobilizes crews and materials. “One thing I can say about our employees is this is what they do best in terms of restoring power — especially in these storms,” Jennifer said. “They are good at what they do, they’re proud of what they do, and they do it for our customers.” Safety is paramount for FortisAlberta, she said, not only for staff and crew members but for the public as well. During the windstorm that raged through the province, crew members were pulled back at times due to unsafe conditions. The Coleman fire was classified as held early Thursday morning after it received precipitation overnight. The evacuation order for the affected areas was lifted by 9:30 a.m. “We want to acknowledge that it’s been very challenging for those communities,” Jennifer said. “Members get displaced as a result of this crazy weather and our hearts certainly go out to them and their families.”
We would like to thank the following businesses and people who contributed to the success of our 35th annual banquet and fundraiser: CASH DONATIONS Allied Distributors Builders World Carpet One CIBC Bank Charles Price Clara Yagos David W. Baker Professional Corporation Hedderick Insurance Agencies Ltd. Pincher Creek Co-operative Association Ltd. Pincher Creek Credit Union RBC Financial Group Robin & Co. Chartered Accountant Snodgrass Funeral Homes Ltd. Sudsy’s Super Wash
OTHER DONATIONS A&W Restaurant Agcom Petroleum Sales Ltd. Anderberg Sales Boston Pizza Bright Pearl Restaurant Crow Signs and Embroidery Eden’s Funeral Home Fountain Tire Garry’s Barber Shop Green Bamboo Restaurant Grumpy’s Greenhouse and Gardens Grumpy’s Landscaping Harvest Coffeehouse Jack Peacock Jadco Sales Ltd. Koegler’s Pharmasave M&M Motors Nineteen 89
North & Co. Pincher Creek Co-op Gas Bar Pincher Creek Historical Society Pincher Creek Golf Club Pincher Creek Mini Storage Pincher Creek Veterinary Clinic 2005 Ltd. Pincher Office Products Rona Royal Canadian Legion SGB Fitbodies Seven Feathers Studio Superfoam Sure Glass Two Sisters Magik Pantry Nigel and Karen Whittington A special thank you to all of the volunteers who work so hard to make sure our event is a success!
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Spotlight shines on business excellence
Outstanding Contribution to Community
New Business – Adam and Brittny Wilgosh
Employee of the Year – FACES
Rod Sinclair
Oldman River Brewing Ltd.
Eliza Grose
Environmental Stewardship
Home Business – Lieve Parisis
Large Business – Rick Bullock and Dave Orr
Sophie LaRocque
The Waffle Wagon
FACES Education
Farm Family
Small Business – Jamie Raffan, Aynsley Baker & Tracey Hoffman
Chamber Member – Kyla Bruns
Jennifer Jenkins
Harvest Coffeehouse
Avail CPA
Junior Business
Spirit of Pincher Creek (tie)
Spirit of Pincher Creek (tie)
Gus Halibert
Karen Andrew
Bette Jean (BJ) Scott
Over 300 people gathered Friday at Pincher Creek’s Community Hall for dinner, dancing and a celebration of local business excellence, hosted by the Pincher Creek and District Chamber of Commerce. Sam Schofield, chamber president and MC for the evening, mentioned that he would not have wanted to be a judge this year due to the number of stellar businesses, individuals and organizations nominated. Falling during Small Business Week, the annual event brings to light the many great things happening in the community year-round. Event photos by Shannon Robison, bottom row photos, from left, by Tyler Ryan, Shannon Robison and courtesy of BJ Scott
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A few years ago, I began studying the healing properties of gemstones. I have always enjoyed making beaded jewelry, having travelled the world buying interesting stones from everywhere I went. I started making bracelets and writing about them, and the next thing I knew I had a jewelry business! I created a business plan and worked on developing my brand by taking some online courses. I began frequenting local craft fairs and markets from Castlegar to Calgary, and love working with clients, discussing their concerns and figuring out which gemstones they need. I was an international teacher for 27 years,
and as well over the years I have studied natural healing, including homeopathy, herbal medicine, reiki and nutrition. My business gives me the opportunity to consult with clients and help them to understand their needs. I find this very rewarding as I can draw on my background knowledge. I have a small Etsy shop and keep my schedule updated there so people know where to find me. I am easily accessible online or by email, and welcome custom orders. wendella.tomlinson@gmail.com www.gemstonesbywendy.etsy.com
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403-627-4704 Ranchland Mall Pincher Creek www.cdfloral.com Remember to like us on Facebook! Nothing compares to the joy of receiving fresh flowers! For all occasions — from birthdays to a get-well gift and, of course, wedding flowers — we have the perfect flowers to say just what you want to express. Whether it’s a dozen long-stem red roses, celebrating an anniversary with a majestic bouquet, decorating your table with a stylish centrepiece, beautiful fall flowers, a touching sympathy funeral flower arrangement or beautiful plants, C&D Floral can help you make a lasting impression. Our dedicated staff will help make any occasion memorable with an artfully designed arrangement. We can also help you send a thoughtful gift across the country or the world when you can’t be there yourself. Under current ownership, C&D Floral has been thrilling audiences for a little more than 12 years. With the attitude that no job is too big or
too small, all customers (regardless of their age or the size of their pocketbook) receive a friendly welcome and a candy to go. Staff and floral designers are encouraged (nay, required!) to be smiling and creative at all times and frequently for long, arduous hours filled with favourite customers, eclectic music and, with any luck, chocolate. A few years ago, C&D Floral expanded, doubling the retail space and offering an even greater selection of containers, loose tea and unique giftware … to more than double your shopping pleasure! The goal is to exceed our customers’ expectations with quality, value and professional service. We know our customers and our community are the best and so we endeavour to always provide them with our best. Thank you for shopping at C&D Floral!
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403-562-7552 7902 - 20 Avenue, highway 3 Coleman Like us on Facebook! Jody Wood was raised in an entrepreneurial family. After high school she pursued studies in travel, tourism and business administration in Lethbridge, with dreams of one day owning her own business. With the help of family, she was able to make that dream become a reality right here in Crowsnest Pass. She has owned and operated the Rum Runner for 14 years now, which has come with many trials and tribulations, but also
rewards. She has the honour of having staff who are hard-working and dedicated to providing high-quality service to patrons of the Pass and tourists who travel through. Because of their team and the continued community support received over these years, the Rum Runner has been a success. Thank you, everyone, for supporting us as we continue to grow and thrive in Coleman.
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What are the keys to succeeding as a businesswoman? Appetite for risk, love for a good challenge, desire to succeed, longing to be one’s own boss, seeking a better balance between work and family life, and, most importantly, immense passion for one’s job — these are the factors increasingly driving women to enter the business world. Many women are enjoying great success and inspiring others to follow in their footsteps. But how do you become an accomplished businesswoman? Entrepreneurs normally have several essential qualities in common, starting with an unfailing desire to succeed. Self-confidence and leadership are two other important
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An official ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Oct. 13 to celebrate the installation of new flooring at the local bowling alley. From left are Murray Adair, Donna Jackson, Reeve Brian Hammond, Wayne Elliott, Mayor Don Anderberg, Town of Pincher Creek recreation manager Adam Grose and Anita Doell. Photos by Shannon Robison
Diana Reed, a member of the Town and Country League, says the newly surfaced lanes are taking some getting used to but is glad the work is done.
Chinook Lanes gets new floor and new lifespan By Shannon Robison Chinook Lanes got a different sort of facelift this fall by way of new coverings for the bowling lanes. Wayne Elliott, president of the Pincher Creek 5-Pin Bowling Association, says the wooden lanes were over 60 years old and at the end of their lifespan. About a year ago, the local association requested assistance for this project through joint funding from the Town and Municipal District of Pincher Creek. While the project didn’t tap into joint funding in the end, a partnership agreement was made to share the cost of the upgrade through the recreation budget. The $45,000 cost was split, with
the town, the MD and the bowling association each contributing about $15,000. A half-inch acrylic covering was applied shortly before bowling season began this year. The panels were taken to the building about three weeks prior to installation to acclimatize and took about a week to install afterward. “We’re really pleased with this joint venture,” Wayne says. He estimates the new synthetic covering will add about 60 years to the lifespan of the local alley. Mayor Don Anderberg notes that the bowling alley is well used by residents of all ages. He feels it is a great investment, especially as it was done in partnership. Reeve Brian Hammond is
impressed by the willingness of the bowling association to raise its portion, a significant amount of money, on its own. The old lanes were sanded every three years as part of a regular maintenance schedule. This is a requirement for provincial certification and Wayne says they got in a bit of a panic when they learned the wooden lanes had reached the end of their lifespan. Wayne has been bowling in Pincher Creek for over 50 years and had no intention of seeing that come to an end. He’s grateful that both the town and the MD supported the project. He says league numbers are down a bit this year, but things are still steady with 41 kids, 22 adults
and 79 seniors over 55 taking part in league action. Chinook Lanes is open for public bowling Fridays from 6 to 9 p.m., Saturdays from 1 to 9 and Sundays from 1 to 4. There is a concession and the facility is licensed. At only $6 per game, it’s an expensive way to enjoy some time out. Wayne points out that bowling is also a great group activity for birthday parties and Christmas parties. The bowling alley is located at the Pincher Creek Golf Course. The building is owned by the town, and the Pincher Creek 5-Pin Bowling Association owns all of the equipment, including the lanes and pin-setters.
Photos by Shannon Robison
Crowsnest Pass Pee Wee Thunder Report By Rupert Hewison
The Crowsnest Pass Pee Wee Thunder hockey team played two games this past weekend. On Saturday they played against Pincher Creek, winning the game 5-4. Braden Anctil scored three goals and had one assist, Luca Canderan scored one goal and had one assist, and Nathaniel Hewison scored one goal. Quinn Douglas made three assists, Avery Whelan had two, Logan Jones had one and Kenna Lewis also had one. Great team effort from everyone. On Sunday they played a tough game against Claresholm, losing 10-2. Braden Anctil scored one goal and assisted on another scored by Adam Farrah. Quinn Douglas assisted on both goals.
Interest grows in Indian horse relay Indian horse relays have been around for centuries, but it’s only recently that notice has been taken with demonstrations at large events such as the Calgary Stampede. Three Brocket teams raced at the Canadian Indian Relay Association’s national championship held earlier this month, with team Lone Wolf and Bar LM Warriors advancing to the finals. In left photo, Dwight Crazy Boy pushes hard to the finish. In top photo, Kal Jackson quickly changes his mount, and below, Kyrie Jackson leads the home stretch in the women’s race.
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Flybys remain an issue for bus students By Caitlin Clow That’s a wrap on School Bus Safety Week, Oct. 15 to 21, and despite the ongoing conversation, Pincher Creek still receives a failing grade on stopping for school buses while their red lights are flashing. “We’ve had three flybys already,” says First Student manager Sharon Roberts, and it’s only the second month of the school year. “It is an issue that is prevalent right across Canada,” she says. The three flybys all occurred in the same spot on Macleod Street. RCMP have been contacted and will send an officer to the area to deter or penalize motorists accordingly. “It’s just one of those things,” Sharon says. “People just don’t seem to be paying attention.” Last year, she reported seven flybys in both the town and the MD of Pincher Creek. “I don’t get it,” she says. “Right across North America, the concept of a red light usually means stop.” First Student’s top priority is the safety of its passengers and parents’ most precious cargo, Sharon says. This can make it challenging to catch licence plate numbers. “We make sure the kid is protected by the bus when they are unloading or loading,” she says. “That’s what we focus on.” “I know that we’re slow,” she says. “But, we are legislated to go no faster than 90 kilometres an hour on highways. And there is a reason why we’re stopped.” Motorists who do get caught for passing a school bus with its stop sign extended and red lights flashing can face up to $544 in fines, plus six demerit points. For fully licensed drivers, 15 accumulated demerit points would result in a suspension, but for those under the graduated licence program, one flyby of a school bus would result in a review. First Student says they still have eagle eyes riding along on their school buses. Mel Massini, RCMP auxiliary constable of almost 40 years, joined the students on their daily commute over 100 times last year, binoculars in hand. His goal is to ride along at least 50 times before the Christmas break, Sharon says. Many chartered school buses boast red-light cameras, but Sharon says this is an expensive option. “Why do we need to do this?” she asks. “It’s not like school buses on the road are new.” Please remember to come to a complete stop while school buses have their red lights flashing.
Top 5 Things Motorists Can Do To Keep Bus Riders Safe 1. Maintain a Safe Distance. School buses stop frequently. Leave plenty of distance between your car and the bus in front of you so you can safely apply the brakes once lights start to flash.
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Enjoying life on the ranch Callie, left, and Cayde Clark and their horses make the most an autumn day by going for a ride and ending with a picnic near their home in Gladstone Valley. Both girls love spending time in the great outdoors with their horses.
Castle Ford gives back By Caitlin Clow Castle Ford raised $6,000 — to divide between St. Michael’s and Matthew Halton schools in Pincher Creek — during the annual Drive 4 UR School event. Business manager Robb Alexander says 300 people turned out to test-drive cars at the event, which coincided with the Harvest Festival at Ranchland Mall on Sept. 23. For every valid test drive, Ford contributed $20 to the pot. And now, Castle Ford is taking on another community project. In collaboration with Co-op, Castle is collecting food donations for the Pincher Creek food bank as part of the We Scare Hunger campaign. “We will take two half-tons full of food to
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2. Stop for Stop Arms.
the food bank,” Robb says. Over 850,000 Canadians rely on food banks each month, an increase of 28 per cent since 2008, according to Food Banks Canada. Children and youth make up 36 per cent of that number. In 2016, eight of 10 provinces experienced a spike in food bank usage. Alberta saw an increase of more than a 17 per cent in dependence on local food banks. When compared to statistics in 2008, Alberta’s need has increased by 136 per cent. Robb says donations for the We Scare Hunger campaign will be accepted until the end of October, but Castle Ford’s doors are also open to donations throughout the year.
Top 5 Bus Safety Tips For Kids 1. Stand Back.
Stay 10 giant steps away from the outside of the bus at all times. If you stand too close, the bus driver can’t see you.
2. Wait for OK to Cross.
Red flashing lights and an extended stop arm mean a child is entering or exiting the bus. On two-lane roadways, come to a complete stop (in either direction) until the stop arm and red lights are deactivated.
Wait until your bus driver gives you the OK sign (or a Safety Dog thumbs up!) before crossing the street.
3. Use the Handrail.
3. Never Pass a Stopped School Bus.
Heavy backpacks and wet shoes are no match for the handrail. Hold on tight when getting on and off the bus to keep from tripping or slipping.
Passing a stopped school bus with its lights activated as it loads and unloads children is illegal.
4. Sit the Right Way.
4. Give Riders Plenty of Room.
Once you sit down, keep both feet flat on the floor and your back against the seat.
Children are hard to see within the three meters that surround a school bus. When stopping, help keep children safe by giving them plenty of room to get on or off the bus.
5. Be Still Until the Bus Completely Stops.
It’s fun to be first, but it’s more important to be patient. Wait for the bus to completely stop before you try to get on board. And always stay in your seat while the bus is moving.
5. Know Your Provincial Laws. Provincial laws regarding when to pass a stopped school bus on a roadway with four or more lanes can vary. To learn more, visit the Ministry of Transportation website.
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Bev Thornton first Canadian to win prestigious award By Caitlin Clow Collaboration, co-operation and achievements keep Bev Thornton excited to go to work each day. And now, her hard work and dedication to the Alberta SouthWest Regional Alliance have earned her a prestigious international award, presented last month in Toronto. “That was really quite special,” says Bev, executive director of Alberta SouthWest. “And really, a tribute to the communities that all work together, because you don’t ever do those kinds of things by yourself.” The Jeffrey A. Finkle Organizational Leadership Award acknowledges an individual who has devoted at least 15 years to an economic development group. The winner’s resume illustrates a leadership style that exudes integrity, tenacity and a philanthropic spirit. Colleagues at Economic Developers Alberta recognized the similarities between Bev and the criteria for the award and nominated her straight away. Bev was named as the first Canadian recipient by the International Economic Development Council in September. The former high school teacher moved to southern Alberta from Saskatchewan with an education degree in her back pocket and began teaching in Claresholm. Later, she and her family moved to Pincher Creek. While covering for a maternity
leave in the Provincial Building’s career centre pilot project in the 1980s, Bev thought it was fun and ensured that by the time her colleague returned there would be enough work for two. “I worked at that, which was really fun for a lot of years,” she says. “It was very entrepreneurial and we were building things and developing workshops and careerplanning materials. “But then I got wind the province was encouraging collaboration between communities.” This piqued Bev’s interest. Former Pincher Creek mayor Art Bonertz jumped at this opportunity. He called together neighbouring mayors from Crowsnest Pass, Cardston and Claresholm areas to see where they could work together to accomplish something beneficial for all communities. “Art really was the person who envisioned that this could happen and I give him a lot of credit for just having the vision that this could work.” Bev immediately volunteered her time to help the group along. Through her work with this group, she was tapped to work for Alberta Economic Development. “Our job was to build this regional group of communities,” she explains. “We started with five and it grew to 11. And now, we’re at 16.” Alberta SouthWest has a membership population of over 36,000. Together, Bev and 15 other board members get to play “what
Pincher Creek Curling Club Registration Night – Wednesday, Nov. 1 at 7 p.m.
FREE
LEARN TO CURL — Saturday, Nov. 4 at 1 p.m. Contact Glenda at 403-741-7648
Leagues start the week of Nov. 6: Ladies’ League – Mondays 7 to 9 p.m. Contact Carrie, 403-627-8323
Men’s League – Tuesdays 7 to 9 p.m. Contact Lee, 403-627-8108
Mixed League – Alternating Wednesdays and Thursdays 7 to 9 p.m., contact Brenda, 403-632-5442
Junior League – Tuesdays 4 to 5 p.m. Contact Glenda, 403-741-7648
Sturling League – Tuesdays and Thursdays 2 to 3 p.m. Contact Garry, 403-339-5040
Membership $30
First League $180 Second League $100 Juniors $50
* Seniors over 65 get a $30 discount
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Combo Bonspiel – Jan. 12 to 14
Sturling – Nov. 25 and March 17
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Bev Thornton is the first Canadian recipient of the Jeffrey A. Finkle Organizational Leadership Award, recognizing her work with in economic development.
if” and think of creative ideas to stimulate economic growth in the communities. Over the years, a number of projects have been completed to draw investment and tourism to the region, including Reel Adventures Alberta Movie Maps, Southwest Connect and a Crown of the Continent geotourism overview. Pathways to Prosperity was a project Bev and her colleagues worked on with a graduate student. It examined the economic
opportunities in the Crown of the Continent — where British Columbia, Alberta and Montana meet. “People are attracted to these types of landscape,” she says. “It’s probably worth our while to respect this landscape, celebrate it and keep it how it is — not just let it become overrun with things, as much as we want to encourage business. We want See BEV THORNTON, continued on page 16
Help shape the future of tourism in the Castle region This mountain destination has the natural beauty, cultural significance and outdoor opportunities to potentially attract more domestic and international visitors. The Government of Alberta wants to hear from local residents, Indigenous peoples and interested Albertans to help create a vision for tourism in the area. Open houses are scheduled to provide opportunities for input on how to support tourism in the Castle region. Your comments will help inform the creation of a tourism strategy that balances development, access and conservation of this culturally and ecologically significant part of Alberta. 17104DC0
Pincher Creek Wednesday, Nov. 8 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Community Hall 287 Canyon Drive
Blairmore Thursday, Nov. 9 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Elks Hall 2025 - 129th St.
You are also invited to share your ideas by completing an online survey, available on the Alberta Culture and Tourism website culturetourism.alberta.ca/tourism until November 19, 2017.
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Mondays – Destination Exploration: 10 to 11:15 a.m. at Pincher Creek Family Centre. – Babes and Bumps: 1 to 3 p.m. at Pincher Creek Family Centre. Tuesdays – Monkey Moves: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Monster Fitness. – Lunch ’n’ Learn: noon to 1 p.m. at Pincher Creek library. – African bogaloo drumming: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Pincher Creek library. Wednesdays – Little Sprouts: 10 to 11:15 a.m. at Pincher Creek Family Centre. – Story time: 10 to 11 a.m. at Pincher Creek library. Thursdays – Gymtastics: 10 to 11:15 a.m. at Pincher Creek Family Centre. – Poker at Blairmore Legion. – Pincher Creek RCADE (Regional Centre for Arts, Design and Entrepreneurship): 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Lebel Mansion. Fridays – Messy and sensory play: 10 to
11:15 a.m. at Pincher Creek Family Centre. – Supper and meat draw: 5 to 8 p.m. at Blairmore Legion. Saturdays – Country and old-time jam sessions: 3 p.m. to ?? at Hillcrest Miners Club. Join in the fun — everyone welcome! 403-564-4646. – Who Let the Dudes Out?: 10 a.m to noon, first and third Saturdays, at Pincher Creek Family Centre. Thursday, October 26 – FUSE Ladies’ Night Out: 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Bamboo Bistro in Blairmore (buy a half-price appy to share), 7 to 9 p.m. at A Nest of Needles. Creative projects to choose from for all levels, $20 to $30. All women welcome for an evening of Friendship Unity Support Empowerment. Memberships available or non-members $5. For more information and to RSVP, contact mj@womenofcanadaeh.ca. – Home Routes concert by Kev Corbett: 8 p.m. at Windsor Heritage Seniors Centre in Lundbreck. Tickets available at Shootin’ the Breeze.
Friday, October 27 – What Lies Beneath: 2 to 4 p.m. at Pincher Creek library. Exploration dig, scat and footprint identification. Saturday, October 28 – Memorial service for Max Winkler: 2 p.m. at Pincher Creek United Church. – Halloween dance: 8:30 p.m. at Twin Butte Community Hall. Music by the Favorite Old Guys Band. – Taste of the Harvest Fest: 5 p.m. at Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village in Pincher Creek. – Masquerade night, adults only: 9 p.m. at Grand Union Hotel in Coleman. Monday, October 30 – Alberta Beef Producers Zone 2 meeting: 6 p.m. free supper, 7 p.m. meeting at Community Seniors Centre in Picture Butte. – Free estate planning seminar: 2 p.m. at Ramada Inn convention room in Pincher Creek. – Meet Me at the Movies: The Sense of an Ending (14+) - 7 p.m. at Fox Theatre in Pincher Creek. – Haunted garage lights-on tour for younger children: 5 to 8 p.m. at
12142 21st Ave. in Blairmore. Tuesday, October 31 – Halloween in the Village: 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village in Pincher Creek. – Halloween haunted hotel for kids at Grand Union in Coleman. – Haunted garage full-on scare tour: 5 to 10 p.m. at 12142 21st Ave. in Blairmore. Not suitable for children age 8 and under. Wednesday, November 1 – Corb Lund with special guest Little Miss Higgins: 5:30 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. show at Twin Butte Community Hall, in support of Kenow fire victims. – Halloween haunted hotel for kids at Grand Union in Coleman. – Pumpkins in the Park: 7 to 9 p.m. at Flumerfelt Park in Coleman. – Pincher Creek Curling Club registration: 7 p.m. For information call 403-627-4141. Friday, November 3 – Customer appreciation night: 8 p.m. to midnight at Hillcrest Miners Club.
Saturday, November 4 – Pincher Creek United Church 100th anniversary celebration: silent auction at 4:30 p.m., dinner at 5:30, program at 7. All are welcome. For information, call 403-627-3734 or 403-627-4282. – Charlie A’Court: 7:30 p.m. at Empress Theatre in Fort Macleod. – Free learn to curl: 1 p.m. at curling rink in Pincher Creek. For information call Glenda at 403741-7648. Wednesday, November 8 – Help shape the future of tourism in the Castle region, open house: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Pincher Creek Community Hall. Thursday, November 9 – Help shape the future of tourism in the Castle region, open house: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Blairmore Elks Hall. Saturday, November 18 – Eighth annual Angels Within Us gala at Community Hall in Pincher Creek, in support of Kenow fire victims.
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Pinkies out, cheers to Vista Village By Caitlin Clow Nothing brings people together more than a nice, warm cup of tea, and that was just the case last Wednesday during the annual tea and bazaar at Vista Village in Pincher Creek. “It was an overwhelming success, thanks to all of the community support,” says activity co-ordinator Melanie Walker. Funds raised from selling raffle tickets for great prizes — such as handmade quilts, shiny silver barbecues and big-screen TVs — will go towards keeping the residents of Vista Village entertained and active.
“The money helps pay for the entertainment that comes in for things like birthday parties,” Melanie says. She notes the funds also pay for craft supplies, outings, plants in the summertime and other recreational supplies. “It all goes towards enhancing the residents’ lives,” she says. Not only did the community support the event through donations and purchases of raffle tickets, but many also turned out to participate and to indulge in sweet goodies and delicious, aromatic teas.
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rolling along and it saves some businesses hundreds of dollars.” Economic development, defined as “creating the context for growth to occur,” plays an often-misunderstood but important role within a community, Bev says. “We don’t have to do all the stuff, we just have to make sure things are in place so it’s friendly for business, attractive for people
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business to develop in harmony
with the landscape.”
A regional licensing program, now in its 16th year, allows for home-based and small businesses to work in neighbouring communities. “That was a good little project,” she says. “It just keeps
In top photos, from left, Marilyn Lee is lucky enough to get some buns at the bake table during the tea; Lenore Burgess finds a few items to her liking; and Edrie Halbert, Frances Gladstone and Linda Novak have a great time together checking out the bazaar items. In lower photo, Kay Hagglund, left, enjoys tea with Tanya Photos by Brenda Shenton Zoratti and great-granddaughter Aleaha Zoratti.
to live here, and we keep working away at it trying to create that context.” There is still much potential in southwestern Alberta and in Pincher Creek, she says. “We’ll just keep on going and get people proud of being here, and attracting people here, and grow our communities.” Although she is at an age where many peers consider
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WRITER/PHOTOGRAPHER REQUIRED We require part-time and full-time reporters to cover community stories and events in Pincher Creek, Crowsnest Pass and area. The ideal candidate will have an inquiring attitude and keen interest in the community. Position requires a flexible schedule and personal vehicle
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• Journalism experience or training preferred • High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite programs, Google Drive and social media platforms • Strong command of English language, understanding of grammar and Canadian Press style • Proven interpersonal skills dealing with public • Ability to work independently and as a team member • High regard for deadlines • Flexibility to cover a wide range of topics
Community Disability Support Worker 1 (CDSW1)
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Mondays to Fridays – 8:30 am to 3:45 pm Maximum 37.5 hours per week Training Provided
Hours may change dependent on Individual and Program requirements
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• Send cover letter and resume with references to: Shannon Robison, Publisher Shootin’ the Breeze Box 811, Pincher Creek, AB T0K 1W0 Or email shannon@shootinthebreeze.ca Or drop off at 697A Main Street, Pincher Creek
• Include three writing samples covering diverse topics and a portfolio with a minimum of five photos suitable for publication. A hand-written cover letter is preferred.
POSITION WILL REMAIN POSTED UNTIL FILLED We thank all who apply. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.
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Clarence (Keith) Warren 1929 – 2017 Clarence (Keith) Warren, beloved husband of Pauline Warren, passed away peacefully on Oct. 11, 2017, at the Good Samaritan Lee Crest in Cardston. Besides his loving wife, Pauline, Keith will be lovingly remembered by his children, Randolf Michael, Clarence Douglas (Lorelei), Gail (Larry) Ames, Bruce Glen (Febri), Paula (Jeff Ferguson) Warren and Veronica (Ken Hanna) Warren; grandchildren Cassandra (Rory) Killins, Sara-Lynn (Heath) McKenzie, Scott (Zuzie) Warren, Kristin Warren, Tyler Ames, Wade Ames, Amanda Warren, Craig Warren, Ellen Warren, Landon Warren, Clarice Warren, Nicholas Warren, Kaelan Hanna-Warren; great-grandchildren Bronek, Ashlyn, Daxon and Cypher Mckenzie, Riley Killins; sister Margerie Shenton; and numerous nieces, nephews and other family members. Keith was predeceased by his granddaughter Miranda Faith Warren and grandson Matthew Michael Warren; brothers Stan and Buck Warren; and sister Betty McGlynn. Keith was born in Fort Macleod, and raised on a farm on the Blue Trail. He moved to Gladstone Valley as a teenager to ranch and log with his father. Keith married Helen Mileson and together they moved to Pincher Creek to raise three children. Helen passed away in 1967. Keith married Pauline in 1968 and, together with her son Randy and Keith’s three children Doug, Gail and Bruce, they welcomed two girls, Paula and Veronica. Keith was an avid fisherman, skier and snowboarder — so much so that he was the original “King of the Castle.” He enjoyed the outdoors of all kinds and enjoyed time in his shop woodworking. He was an operator at the Shell plant for 27 years, before taking on the Waterton to Pincher school bus route for 10 years. In memory of Keith, please plant a tree in your favourite spot.
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October 25, 2017
Protect the planet this Halloween In the minds of children and even many adults, Halloween is one of the best days of the year. Youngsters love to dress up as monsters, beloved television characters or superheroes in the pursuit of candy, while their parents often enjoy some Halloween fun of their own. Celebrants might not have the environment in mind come Oct. 31, but there are opportunities for all to make their celebrations more ecofriendly. — Hand out locally produced treats. Candied apples can be found at Halloween parties, and some people even give them out to trick-or-treaters. When choosing apples that will be transformed into candied confections, buy from local farmers. Locally produced apples did not have to travel far, reducing the fuel needed to go from farm to table. And locally produced apples may taste fresher than those shipped from far away, making this treat even more delicious. — Rather than buying new costumes each year, parents can save money and help the planet by exchanging with neighbours. Halloween costumes are typically worn just once, which is wasteful when considering the amount of materials, energy and packaging required to
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produce and sell them. Homemade costumes also are less wasteful, as parents won’t have to package such getups in potentially harmful plastic. — Clean up throughout the evening. Trickor-treaters are not likely to be conscious of the trash they produce as they sneak candy bars here or there during their travels. Candy wrappers and other litter can quickly accumulate on Halloween. Unless this trash is promptly picked up, it may find its way into drainage systems and nearby waterways. Sweep up throughout the evening to keep lawns and driveways clean and protect the environment. — Add pumpkins to compost piles. Pumpkins, and jack-o’-lanterns in particular, are symbolic of Halloween. But they deteriorate rather quickly, and homeowners might be quick to simply toss them into the garbage with the rest of their trash. But pumpkins can make great additions to compost piles. Remove any seeds from inside the pumpkin first, as lingering seeds may germinate within the pile. In addition, remove any decorations and lighting from the pumpkin, and do not compost pumpkins that have been coated in preserving sealant.
Dance with Suit Jacket Society starting at 9 pm If you dare ... come to the Haunted hotel adults only on Oct. 28
Tuesday, Oct. 31 and Wednesday, Nov. 1
Bring the kids to the Halloween haunted hotel and enjoy the best popcorn balls in the world!
Grand Union Hotel 403-563-5227 7719 17th Avenue
Coleman
Pumpkins in the Park
Wednesday, Nov. 1 7 to 9 p.m. at Flumerfelt Park Come and see your pumpkins on the prowl, lighting up the paths in the park Assistance provided by the 859 Crowsnest/Pincher Creek Squadron of Royal Canadian Air Cadets
FREE HOT CHOCOLATE AND COFFEE
Don your mask and join us for a night of fright
The Grand Union's annual masquerade night saturday, Oct. 28
Coleman Community Society Presents the 18th Annual
Pumpkins can be dropped off at the following locations prior to 3 p.m. on Nov. 1
Haunted Garage Monday, Oct. 30 "Lights on" tour for younger children 5 to 8 pm Tuesday, Oct. 31 "full-on scare" not suitable for children 8 and under 5 to 10 pm Candy will be handed out in the haunted porch for all ages on Oct. 31st Admission is food bank items or donations to support next year’s scare
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Bellevue and Hillcrest – Post Offices Blairmore – Morency Plumbing & Heating and Nippon (west side on the paved driveway) Coleman – Any time during the day at the Miner’s Path entrance at Flumerfelt Park Or you can arrange for pickup by phoning Erin at 562-2055 or Jane Ann at 563-5408
Donations to the Food Bank gratefully accepted
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