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Wet spring delayed progress JEAN STRONG DRIVING UP THE FUTURE LIFT LINE OF THE ORIENT RIDGE QUAD CHAIRLIFT (no ofﬁcial name has been announced yet) at the end of July, water can be seen dripping down drainages and over clearings, a lingering reminder of the June weather that challenged crews clearing the way for the newest lift at Sun Peaks. Despite delays, crews (both contracted and from Sun Peaks Resort LLP (SPR) and Dopplelmayr) have made headway and the lift should open before Christmas. “Water was a problem for sure,” said Erik Meertens, mountain operations manager for SPR. “It’s just staggering how much water is here...It was a wet June but we caught up in July.” Since learning just how much water is on the slopes, drainage has been a focus for snow melt in the spring, ensuring freshet will drain into appropriate areas instead of soaking into the ground. Now back on track, SPR is completing the clean up of cleared areas and ensuring road access to each tower site in advance of concrete work, the next step in the project. Cleared logs were taken to Tolko mills in Hefﬂey Creek and Armstrong, B.C. Some debris has been piled to dry before burning; other debris

was carefully buried in places that won’t be developed in the future. Work has also begun at the base of the future fixed grip lift (the same style as Elevation). The drive station will be where the Umbrella Café currently sits. The café and adjacent bathrooms are in the process of being dismantled and shifted east towards the Nordic Centre. P5 will be cleared of equipment storage and prepared for additional parking to support increased traffic in the area. Surface water in the area is also being diverted through culverts underground to make an even surface around the lift. The location of each of the 14 towers has been carefully plotted. The first two come before the overpass, the third through fifth will line the “lookers left” side of the golf course and the remainder work their way up the mountain to a final elevation of 1531 metres. Work will begin from the top down in case of inclement weather in the fall. Towers will arrive around October with the majority, if not all, flown into place with a helicopter. “Weather is our biggest enemy,” Meertens said. “It really was tough in June.” In addition to the lift line, which promises to be a fun route down the mountain, two new runs have been cut. From the top terminal, one branches left, across the mountain to tie into Rambler between

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Three Bears and Peekaboo. This green run cuts through the trees, the width carefully managed to avoid early melting in the sun, and maintains easy grades but a no less than a two per cent grade so snowboarders can hold an edge. Turn right

when you unload and a new run will connect you with Cześć. The chair, which sits almost exactly opposite the valley to Morrisey’s chairlift, is designed to save those in the East Village time and effort to get into the main village as well as increase

the number of skiers in the area by providing more options. How does it feel to see it come together? “Ask me in December,” Meertens said with a laugh. “Now it feels good. It’s exciting, it’s a great project.”

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NEARLY SIX MONTHS AFTER RYAN SHTUKA DISAPPEARED from a house party on Burfield Dr. in Sun Peaks, B.C., searchers continue to canvass the resort and surrounding areas in hopes of finding a shred of evidence. Ryan’s parents, Heather and Scott Shtuka, returned to the resort in late July and met with Kamloops RCMP during their visit to learn what has recently been carried out by investigators. Cpl. Jodi Shelkie said the RCMP helicopter has made 10 trips to Sun Peaks so far, a total of 20 hours flight time, to search specifically for the missing person. A dive team also carried out a search of McGillvray Creek on July 6. “There is nothing that indicated he could be in the creek besides the fact that, in the winter, the snow removal machines push snow onto the creek bank so when it melts, it runs into the creek,” Shelkie said. “In case Ryan’s body was in the snow that was moved to the creek, we wanted to search the creek. As well, the creek runs between where Ryan was last seen and his residence. While it’s not the usual way for someone to walk,

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it’s possible that Ryan took this route across the creek.” Shelkie confirmed footage from municipal security cameras, pointed at the two possible exits to Sun Peaks, were obtained and reviewed but “nothing of relevance came from the video.” She also confirmed all people in Sun Peaks who were associated with Ryan were interviewed but could not comment on the outcome. With the investigation ongoing she was unable to comment specifically on other areas of police work but said the evidence so far indicates the last place he was seen was Sun Peaks, and despite no evidence of foul play, it cannot be completely ruled out. “The number of volunteers who searched, and are continuing to search, Sun Peaks is definitely out of the ordinary,” she added. “Each missing person case is unique but the family and friends of Ryan Shtuka have continued their search efforts during the winter, spring and into the summer. This case is unique in that Ryan’s family lived a distance away from where he disappeared but chose to stay for a significant amount of time in Sun Peaks in order to organize

private searches.” While searchers carried on, the family was on a vacation with their daughters through Europe that was planned prior to Ryan’s disappearance. Heather said it was a good reminder nothing is perfect. “It was a realization, they (those they met abroad) think this is what we have. I sort of felt lost. They’d say ‘Is this your family?’ They’re just asking out of politeness but how do I answer that?” One way they paid tribute to Ryan while travelling was placing charms with words like dream, hope, faith, love, wander and more. Each was engraved with “Ryan John Marcus Shtuka” and left

in places such as the Coliseum in Rome to Cannes, France. The family also took time to light candles at churches they visited. “Wherever we went each day, that was dedicated to Ryan for that short period of time,” Heather said. Coming back to Canada, and then to Sun Peaks was a shock to the system. Heather said she and Scott are always speechless as they make the drive up the mountain. “We’re in a place between feeling hopeless and wondering where to start and hopeful.” For the rest of the summer they will split their time between their home in Beaumont, Alta. and Sun Peaks.

interested in running in the municipal election this October, four positions are open, one mayor and three councillors. Nomination packages are available at the municipality’s office in the Kookaburra

Lodge or on their website. Nominations will be received from 9 a.m. on Sept. 4 to 4 p.m. on Sept. 14. Nominations must include information such as nominee’s

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Searchers continued to look for any trace of Ryan in July. | PHOTO HEATHER SHTUKA

Heather stated they will return monthly until the snow falls and resume their search as soon as it melts. She said she maintains her belief he’s in the resort area. “It is possible if you know Sun Peaks. It’s like he walked out of the house or out the door and just disappeared.” Until Ryan is found Heather continues to grapple with what her family is enduring. “It’s not far from my mind. Some parents of missing kids will go their whole lives and pass away without knowing what happened to their child. “I only need one person to find Ryan but I don’t know who that person will be.”

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LOCAL NEWS Municipality borrowing $1.4 million for utilities JEAN STRONG IF ONE OF THE COMMUNITY’S WELLS WERE TO FAIL DURING THE WINTER MONTHS, Sun Peaks would be unable to operate as normal. In trying to avoid a water shortage, on July 17 Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality (SPMRM) council approved borrowing $1.4 million for a reservoir project that will increase the amount of water available. It marks the largest amount SPMRM has borrowed to date. The current groundwater treatment system is near capacity and it can take years to find and develop other sources. But as the resort continues to see large amounts of growth, more properties are connecting to water and wastewater services. To provide water SPMRM will work with Sun Peaks Resort LLP (SPR) to repurpose part of an existing snowmaking reservoir to add potable and fire

suppression water capabilities. In the future, when SPR builds another, larger snowmaking reservoir, SPMRM would take over the entire 115,000 cubic metres. The new water treatment plant will be constructed at the top of the platter lift and is expected to be complete by Dec. 15. Two portable buildings will be placed near the current water treatment plant and can be moved and reused as water and wastewater utilities continue to be developed. They will contain equipment to reduce the pressure from snow making lines before they reach a membrane filtration system that removes everything but water. Then UV lights will inactivate viruses and pathogens before chlorine is added. $342,000 (35 per cent) of the price is dedicated as a contingency fund and won’t be spent unless the project is impacted by winter weather, requiring plows or other equipment to complete the job. That leaves $977,000 for the construction of

the plant and $100,000 for an engineering allowance. A total of $1,077,000 is planned to be spent on the project. Mayor Al Raine said in addition to this project the munici-

“OUR GOAL IS TO RECOVER FROM NEW DEVELOPMENTS THE CAPITAL COSTS FOR UTILITIES BETWEEN THE DCC (DEVELOPMENT COST CHARGES) AND A SMALL PORTION IN CONNECTION FEES.” pality is focused on other necessities for water and waste-

water. Part of their plan started last month when new construction connection fees were increased. “There are major changes coming about due to the municipality’s purchase,” Raine said. “Prior to the municipality, SPUCL (Sun Peaks Utilities Co Ltd.,) was a part of SPR who was selling land to developers inclusive of capital costs involved in water and wastewater services. Now the municipality is responsible for expanding water and wastewater and the capital costs related to that expansion. “Our goal is to recover from new developments the capital costs for utilities between the DCC (development cost charges) and a small portion in connection fees. Everybody who’s built to date has paid their portion. We have to collect those funds but through a different vehicle.” Raine said it’s important every homeowner pay for their part and added there is around $20 million required

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in capital costs for water and wastewater in the future. The municipal takeover of the two services was important to access grant funds that aren’t available to private entities, but some will need to be paid by the community. “I’d hope at least 50 per cent of that is paid by higher levels of government.”

LOCAL NEWS Mid-range homes coming to West Village PEAKS WEST UNITS SLATED FOR MID-2019 JEAN STRONG THOSE LOOKING TO PURCHASE A HOME IN SUN PEAKS at a more affordable price point will be interested in the new Peaks West development. Work has already begun on the site located between the firehall and Burfield Heights on Alpine Rd. Being constructed by Meranti Developments, the project will be a mix of commercial space in ground-level units and 53 residential units. They will be two or three bedroom townhomes and condos, some with garages. Liz Forster, managing broker of Sotheby’s International Realty Sun Peaks, said the

units will add to an area that has very low supply and high demand. She added it will be a more affordable price for those wanting to buy or live in the resort, but did not supply a starting price point. “There is a high demand in Sun Peaks at this time for all types of accommodation,” she said. “For a wide variety of buyers this price point is meeting the highest demand.” The first buildings should be complete mid-2019. The work is also part of a what Forster called a “revitalization” of the West Village area, neighboured by new and future staff housing projects and the recently rebuilt Burfield hostel. “It’s a positive development for Sun Peaks. It’s regener-

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ating the historic centre of the resort. “I think it’s just a natural progression, supply and de-

mand change and supply is low as everyone knows. It’s not expected to be the only new project.”

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Sun Peaks Taxi to begin operating this fall JEAN STRONG THIS FALL A NEW TRANSPORTATION option will hit the streets of Sun Peaks. Sun Peaks Taxi received approval for their licence on July 16 and will begin operation in October. The application received letters of support from Sun Peaks Resort LLP, Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality (SPMRM), Tourism Sun Peaks, Bear Country, the Coast Sundance Hotel, Cahilty Creek Taproom and Kitchen and others. SPMRM Councillor Ines Popig said she was excited the application was approved. “I’ve heard from people who run businesses and other people who live in the East Village that a taxi service would be very well received,” Popig said. “It’s not easy for them to go out

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for dinner and go back to the east of the village. It’s a long walk especially in the winter... it will also be really good on longer trips when you have to be taken to the Kamloops airport and it would be the same cost as leaving your vehicle without worrying.” Popig said the need for the service speaks to the growth of tourism in the community. Owners Kurtis and Brianna Wyllie moved to Sun Peaks from Langley, B.C. in October of 2017 after having visited many times. But it wasn’t until December they had the idea for the company. “My aunt visited and wanted to go out for dinner so she put her heels on,” Brianna said. “We had to tell her there’s no taxi and she thought it was ridiculous.” They realized, after seeing their guests struggle to make Sun Peaks Resort LLP (SPR) have made an application to the province for two pieces of property to be used for the Sun Peaks Housing Authority (SPHA). Metes and bounds were completed on each of the two lots in the West Village;

even a short walk in winter conditions, people would use a taxi if available. Other things, injuries from slipping on ice, parties, local restaurants and more, cemented the decision. They submitted the 40 page application in February. “The biggest reason for starting it is safety for sure,” Kurtis said. “If I can stop one person from going missing or one person from slipping and falling on a walk home or something like that that’s my mission.” The couple said they have seen people drive impaired or risk walking home unprepared for winter conditions. Additionally, some visitors are looking for a service different from shuttles or Greyhound bus services, which will cease operations in October. The company was approved for two licenses, one which will

be for a year round SUV and another which will be used for a minivan operating seasonally from Oct. 1 to April 30. Each vehicle will be outfitted with a roof rack to transport ski and snowboard equipment. They will be able to pick up and drop off from anywhere in the province, a licence that is rarely granted by the Passenger Transportation Board. “I was surprised they approved that,” Kurtis said. “With the Greyhound shutting down we can even pick people up at YVR which with six passengers could be less expensive and faster than flights with long waits.” Rates will be modeled after towns like Revelstoke and Tofino; Brianna said most fares within the resort will be $8 to $15. In addition to rides, the couple has plans to provide other

services such as food or package delivery, tours around the village and surrounding areas and shuttling services for events. Gift cards will also be available, an idea meant for employees without a vehicle. Kurtis, who has extensive winter driving experience, will be the first driver but will hire at least one more in addition to a dispatcher when Brianna takes time off to care for their first child. Kurtis said they have been overwhelmed with support and are hopeful for their first season. “My biggest worry is that it could be really busy and people complain off the bat,” Brianna said. “If there’s a long wait we’re learning, it will be our first winter. “I think we’re going to be too busy in the winter.”

one is behind the community mailboxes and the other is on the same side of Sun Peaks Rd. as the Burfield hostel on the downhill side. Rob Bremner, chief administrative officer for Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality, said when the

application is approved SPR will sell the land to SPHA for a nominal cost. Bremner said they are still finding members for the association before starting to plan but they will likely partner with employers to build the first homes. Homes in SPHA

will only be sold to resident employers or employees at more affordable prices. “It’s just about getting some housing started,” he said. There is no timeline for development yet as it’s unknown how long processing the application will take.

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be spectacular for sunset. During the summer, make sure you’re wearing sunscreen and bring water with you as there is absolutely no shade. This trail is suitable for dogs off-leash as it is part of Kenna Cartwright Park however, be careful as there are some cacti in the area. We have also run into some harmless Gopher snakes on the trail, so just be careful and listen as you hike. TO GET THERE: From downtown, take Columbia Street heading west. Turn right onto McGill Road. Follow McGill past the Tournament Capital Centre, and continue all the way down before turning left onto Bunker Road. Follow this road past the data centre on your right and follow the signs to the recycling area. Turn right into

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Mel Rothenburger is the TNRD Director for Electoral Area P, including Whitecroft and Heffley Creek. He was the mayor of Kamloops from 1999-2005 and a former newspaper editor.

What good are community associations? If anyone thinks they’re just about socializing, they’re mistaken. I attended the annual general meeting of the Hefﬂey Lake Community Association (HLCA) on Aug. 5 and for two hours the executive presented reports on what the group has been doing for the past year. And those reports could only provide an inkling of all the activity. I’m always impressed with this association, as I am with others like it.

In the case of Hefﬂey Lake, committees monitor and make recommendations on a wide variety of issues, such as lake safety, development, crime prevention, water quality, zoning issues, cell phone service (or lack of it), logging activity, even postal service. My very ﬁrst experience with the HLCA was four years ago when it had a concern about how water levels were affecting the dam. The association has kept a close eye on the situation for years, and has found that spring freshets are steadily increasing the speed of runoff from the melting snowpack, which means a close eye has to be kept on the dam. Since then, a great number of issues have come up and the association has been

on the spot to seek answers, whether it be from local governments such as the TNRD and City of Kamloops, or provincial and federal. So the answer to my admittedly provocative question is, a whole lot. I’ve found that associations in various communities in Electoral Area P have different focuses based on their locations and lifestyles. For example, the Hefﬂey Creek Community Recreation Association does a tremendous amount of work running the hall and holding community events. The Whitecroft Community Association wants to see a park and playground established and also works closely with the water society there. The three associations make for a strong coalition of active citizens in the valley.

Several other community associations are very active in the electoral area. The Pritchard Community Association is known for the tremendous rodeo it puts on every year, but it also advocates for residents on a lot of other projects and issues such as road and pedestrian safety, utilities and supporting the park beside the Pritchard bridge. In McLure, the McLure Volunteer Firefighters and Recreation Society not only governs the fire department, but is a true community association as the hall is the central gathering place. And in Pinantan and Paul Lake, the community associations there are involved in community parks and playgrounds, liaise with their fire brigades and first responders and generally speak

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Local Government General Election October 20, 2018 The next local government election for the Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality will be held on October 20, 2018. Positions to be elected are Mayor and three (3) Councillors. Advanced voting opportunities and mail ballot voting will be available. Anyone interested in running for Council is encouraged to attend any of the upcoming Council meetings. Nomination documents are available at the Sun Peaks Municipal Office from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday to Friday.

Nominations will be received by the Chief Election Officer as follows: Sun Peaks Municipal Office 106-3270 Village Way Kookaburra Lodge Sun Peaks, BC From: 9:00 AM September 4, 2018 To: 4:00 PM September 14, 2018

Qualifications For Office A person is qualified to be nominated, elected and to hold office as a member of the local government if they meet the following criteria: • Canadian citizen; • 18 years of age or older; • Resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; • Not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election in British Columbia or from being nominated for, being elected to, or holding office.

Further information on the forgoing may be obtained by contacting: Nicky Braithwaite, Chief Election Officer – (250) 578-2020 Or email: admin@sunpeaksmunicipality.ca

fire prevention officer. “That’s a lot of our calls.” Alex Prins, who joined the department as a volunteer this spring, said he has met more people in the community,

learned new skills and gained a sense of accomplishment. “It’s been great to have the opportunity to learn skills that I never would have otherwise,” Prins said. “I like knowing that

I’m helping the community and having fun at the same time.” For more information on volunteering contact SPFR at 250-578-8985.

Employee training grants available JEAN STRONG BUSINESSES WANTING TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEES with additional training can apply for the B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG) starting Oct. 1. The grant program is designed to help unemployed and employed B.C. citizens access skill training

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to adapt as well as encourage employer investment in employee training. A maximum of $10,000 is available per employee per fiscal year, which resets April 1. For businesses wanting help with the application process close to home, Kamloops’ Grandesco College can help with applications for training programs they offer. Natrisha Sagris, Grandesco’s registrar, said they have helped employers receive up to $65,000 for training. “I’d actually recommend to all employers to have a look through the options,” Sagris said. “Training is a really hard thing to justify but everyone knows it has a huge return on investment.” Sagris said while the ETG was previously based on categories and certain underrepresented populations were prioritized, it’s now more of a first-come, first-served basis. She also recommended applying for the number of people

you need, even if you need to switch them out afterwards. “If you want to do training and apply for 20 people, apply for 20 spots and if you need to after you can change names but you can’t add people.” Funds can be used in three broad categories. Foundational training is for unemployed, underemployed or low skilled residents to learn essential skills. Technical training is for new or current employees to learn technical skills in response to automation and technological advancements, and workforce training can be used to upgrade skills to develop the workforce. Sagris said it can seem intimidating but there are no tricks or hoops to jump through to access funding. And if you’re denied? You can re-apply in the next period. “Training is one of the most important things a company can do,” she said. “And it’s largely overlooked because of the cost.”

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LOCAL NEWS Adaptive Sports receives grant for operational costs JEAN STRONG ADAPTIVE SPORTS AT SUN PEAKS (ASSP) has received a grant of $7,500 from United Way Thompson Nicola Cariboo. The grant will go towards operational costs such as rent, marketing, recruitment and events. ASSP secretary Veronica Connors said operational costs are often the most difﬁcult to receive funding for. “It’s very hard to get funding for operational costs, we were absolutely delighted to receive this grant from them for our operational fund.” Those costs are often covered by fees charged to out of town students. Other main fundraisers include the annual Fireﬁghters’ Gala which has selected ASSP as one of this year’s two charities. Connors said their website is

an important item they want to focus on, as is recruiting to continue growth.

“WE’RE HELPING CHILDREN REALIZE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL.” “To stay as a growing organization is imperative for us.” The program averages 50 instructors and 60 local students in addition to visiting students. To maintain current growth rates they must add 30 per cent more instructors and 20 per cent more students each year. Mike Levitt, head of recruitment for ASSP, said this year the focus is on bringing in more students. Recruitment campaigns are run during the summer and fall. To ﬁnd new students ASSP works with retired teachers.

They have also partnered with nearby schools and will take part in a community day at the Henry Grube Centre to meet with those in the school district and other community members. Things like a booth at Thompson Rivers University’s Back to School Barbeque bring in many new instructors each year and raise awareness of the organization. Volunteer instructors are given all relevant training and always teach in pairs. The United Way’s goal of helping kids be all they can be aligns well with ASSP’s goal of helping kids have fun and coming back for the next lesson. “A lot of our students don’t believe in themselves,” Connors said. “We focus on individual students so there is no pressure to compete or understand team rules, there’s no disappointment. We ensure our student has fun and wants to come back

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next week. “We share the same goal, we’re involved in healthy adventure and help them believe in themselves. We’re helping children realize their full potential.” Connors said ASSP would

like to thank the United Way for the generosity in awarding the grant. Anyone interested in volunteering as an instructor can visit adaptivesportsatsunpeaks.org or email Levitt at mp.levitt@outlook.com.

UBC Resident joins Health Centre JEAN STRONG DR. SIGNY FRANK HAS JOINED THE TEAM OF DOCTORS serving Sun Peaks and the surrounding communities at the Sun Peaks Family Practice. Originally from Ontario, Frank completed her undergraduate studies in science at the University of Waterloo before attending the University of Limerick in Ireland to study medicine. Because she received her degree abroad when she returned to Canada she began the International Medical Graduate (IMG) exams to become licensed in Canada. Now, through the University of British Columbia’s Family Practice Postgraduate Program, Frank is completing her ﬁrst year of a two year residency program in Sun Peaks and Kamloops. At the practice a few days each week, Frank is already

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seeing patients and working toward her goal of practising family medicine. As part of the program she also learns topics like surgery, obstetrics, pediatrics and more at Royal Inland Hospital (RIH) in Kamloops. “I really like the diversity of family medicine,” Frank said. “There’s such a broad scope of patients day to day. What I love most is seeing patients on a regular basis and developing a lifelong relationship with them. It’s a unique opportunity to offer a continuity of care and holistic approach.” In addition to family medicine, Frank is passionate about rural care and emergency medicine, which is why her program director placed her in Sun Peaks with Dr. Barclay, the practice’s full time doctor, as her proctor. Barclay has given back to the ﬁeld through teaching for years and is currently teaching monthly elective classes to medical students at RIH.

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He said the program, which is increasing from six to eight students each year in the Kamloops section, is important to ﬁll the need for family doctors across the province. “I’ve taught for more than 25 years,” Barclay said. “I just love having students, they love learning and it’s a two way street, they keep me on my toes.” Laura Bantock, executive director of the primary medical services, said being a part of the program is also important for putting Sun Peaks on the map. She said Frank or future residents may be interested in coming back to the practice later or might spread the word to other doctors. “For Sun Peaks, particularly as a new facility, it’s great to attract new physicians to keep up momentum.” For Frank, when she completes the program she would like to work in a similar setting. “I really like rural care and

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emergency care. I’d love to ﬁnd a practice to work in both of those areas and I really like B.C. so the plan for now is staying. “The experience has been

fantastic so far,” Frank said. “The area is great, the mountain and the recreation, and everyone at the practice has been helpful, encouraging and made me feel like a part of the team.”

GET OUT THERE Back in the swing of things ADAPTIVE GOLFING AT UPCOMING TOURNAMENT JEAN STRONG TROY MORRISON IS AN ACTIVE MEMBER OF THE SUN PEAKS COMMUNITY; he spends lots of time on the snow, rides motocross and quads and and helps countless students with Adaptive Sports at Sun Peaks (ASSP). This summer he is learning to golf again after an accident in 2012 paralyzed his legs. Morrison has been using his standing wheelchair at the Sun Peaks’ driving range, practising for Sept. 14 when he hopes to take part in the annual Sun Peaks Grand Golf Tournament for BC Adaptive Snowsports. Playing in the tournament will require a wheelchair he hopes to borrow, one speciﬁcally designed for going onto the course. It holds clubs and other equipment, has wheels that can drive on fairways and assists him to stand to swing and putt. “Long term I’d like to fundraise for one for ASSP,” Morrison said. “ASSP is not (just)

adaptive skiing at Sun Peaks it’s adaptive sports. It’s another thing that will make it accessible both summer and winter. “It’s one more thing people can try, for avid golfers who want to get back out there or just to get people out there do-

“YOU CAN TAKE MY LEGS BUT YOU CAN’T TAKE MY PASSION.” ing things.” Morrison has been involved with ASSP since 2013, ﬁrst as a student learning to monoski, then as an instructor helping students and instructors master the sport. “I helped a student who was having issues, she’s a fellow paraplegic and she had the biggest smile on her face when she got to the bottom and I could really relate. Hook, sinker, it was a done deal,” he said. “I was in.” Since then he has attended courses to become an instructor and an annual festival where he was able to network with

other athletes and instructors from across the country. “I love giving back. Young, old, standing or sitting, we’re all out there just to shred.” Now Morrison is busy throughout the winter as the equipment manager and lead sit ski instructor at ASSP. But summer isn’t much quieter. Not long after his accident he tried wheelchair sports, but the ones with more adrenaline, which he often took part in before, called to him. He has a motocross bike modiﬁed with a leg cage, rides quads and is itching to get into an adaptive downhill mountain bike. “I can’t go as fast or jump as high but it’s constant fun and challenging... You can take my legs but you can’t take my passion.” Getting back out there hasn’t always been easy but Morrison said he always knew he wouldn’t stop after his injury. He had friends before his accident who sit skied and always joked with them it looked easy. “When I did crash (a quad)

Troy Morrison using his standing wheelchair to practice at the driving range ahead of the upcoming B.C. Adaptive Sports golf tournament.| PHOTO SPIN

and was waiting in the ditch I thought ‘Yeah I’m going to try this sit ski thing.’ “Lots of paraplegics, one of our favourite things to do is prove people wrong. I’ve always been like that, with an incredible amount of stubbornness.”

ASSP has played an important role along the way, from changing how he thinks to giving him opportunities to learn. “In a way I pretty much found my purpose,” he said. “Seeing people happy and seeing progress and knowing I played a part in that.”

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GET OUT THERE Exploring the mountain on horseback JEAN STRONG ARRIVING AT THE QUAINT SUN PEAKS STABLES, located underneath the Burfield chairlift, we are greeted by four relaxed horses waiting patiently with their saddles on. Robert Taylor, owner of Sun Peaks Stables, is grooming his own mount but sets aside his brushes to welcome us. He introduces each horse, their name, their personality, their best suited rider, and helps us choose our perfect match. We have time to get to know them, giving them neck scratches, before putting on their bridles and carefully mounting. Taylor is soft spoken and carefully explains the order we’ll ride in; Tootabelle will be behind his ride and the other two will fall behind. Taylor and his business partner Rebecca Spray have operated sleigh and trail rides in Sun Peaks for five years. He got his start working with carriage horses in Victoria, B.C. before being introduced to the mountain. He said just 30 minutes into a tour with then operations manager Jamie Tattersfield he was sold. “Jamie really sold it,” Taylor said. “I was really impressed, he showcased Sun Peaks. He had this big smile and was obviously proud and so happy, I thought ‘I want to be like this guy!’” He used his education in outdoor recreation and previous experiences in the industry to start the business and has learned a lot along the way. Starting with just a few supplies, they now have a tractor and have expanded into new spaces. Taylor also spends time working at a nearby ranch, somewhere he said he has learned important lessons, both practically and emotionally. “I’ve learned a lot about farming but it’s made me learn a lot about myself and what I’m capable of. Sometimes things

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break and it’s not feasible to pay so you learn a lot of skills.” Even when faced with the challenges that come with owning a business Taylor has been able to find that happiness when the snow falls, often skiing before the day’s rides as a form of meditation.

“We like everyone to meet their horse, we get a lot of people who have never really ridden or in a really limited way. We want people to really have a chance to connect with their horse.”

Comfortable in well worn western saddles we head downhill and cross Sun Peaks Rd. before passing over the bridge that spans McGillivray Creek. Before long we’re headed up Mt. Morrisey, quietly winding behind slopeside homes, crossing ski runs blanketed in flowers and passing gently flowing streams. No one talks much as we climb higher, taking in the view as we gain elevation. We’re looking down on the village and it feels like no one else is even in the valley. This route is their main trail. Groups can do shorter trips or ride to the summit of Mt. Morrisey in a few hours. Before and after the mountain bike park is open Taylor will guide groups on the other two mountains. We reach our highest point and cut back underneath the lift be welcomed at an upcoming annual general meeting for the organization. Founded Sept. 2014, the group goal is to promote a healthy lifestyle and appreciation of the environment through maintenance and development of trails in

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to another spectacular view of the village and valley below us. On our ride back we trot downhill, the horses excited to return to their home and food. Trail rides have been growing in popularity but in order to offset the seasonality of business in a resort the partners are offering horseback riding lessons on their 12 horses to locals. Taylor would love to see students excelling in competitions in the future. “I don’t see why we couldn’t develop equine athletes longterm,” he said. “We turn out fantastic athletes in other sports, I’d love to see a horse that can compete.” For now Taylor would like to start offering trail rides in the winter, an experience he said many have requested. He just needs to find the perfect route. After we made our way back to the stables to dismount we had more time to spend with the animals, rubbing their foreheads and patting them. Taylor said it’s important to him that people get to know them. “We like everyone to meet their horse, we get a lot of people who have never really ridden or in a really limited way. We want people to really have a chance to connect with their horse.” Time spent with the herd is one of Taylor’s favourite parts of the job too. “The best sound in the world is standing and listening to the horses crunch their hay.” With a lot of hard work and some help along the way Taylor has established himself in Sun Peaks as someone who’s here to stay. He has dreams of expanding and providing the best life for the animals who rely on him. “What really keeps me going is actually the tours and the people and kids that love them. I can forget how amazing it can be to be around horses. I love seeing them so excited with a big smile. To me that really makes it all worthwhile.”

Sun Peaks. Jase Petersen, SPRTA president, said the meeting will cover what they’ve done so far as well as future plans. Organizational structure and trail initiatives will be the main topics. This year the group have

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focused on strengthening the structure and behind the scenes aspects. Their relationship with Sun Peaks Resort LLP has also strengthened in order to work together on more projects in the coming years. SPRTA was the recipient of fundraising from the 2017

Firefighter’s Gala and last month’s High Five Day. Petersen said anyone who uses the trails or is interested in helping with operational aspects is welcomed. The meeting will be held Aug. 28 at 6:30 p.m. in the Hearthstone Lodge.

GET OUT THERE Influencing adventure HOW SOCIAL MEDIA AFFECTS LOCAL TRAILS JEAN STRONG THREE YEARS AGO CORRY BONDINI CREATED A NEW INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT to share photos from her adventures with her friends without flooding her main account. Now, almost 17,000 followers later, @hikingcorry has taken Bondini to places she never imagined. But with the likes, comments, and sponsors comes a level of responsibility she is very aware of. As social media highlights everything the province has to offer (#explorebc has more than 4 million posts) it seems more people are heading into backcountry areas in search of their own perfect shot. But with the influx of visitors has come downsides. Trails have been shut down or restricted, people have been injured or killed trying to get photos and traffic on some trails is causing increased wear and litter. Bondini said she has seen this first hand in Joffre Lakes, where

she packed out garbage from other visitors as she detailed in a post in July. “I feel like people see photos or Instagrams and want to get that exact photo,” she said. “At Joffre they added a second parking lot there was people being loud and leaving garbage, it’s gotten out of hand.” She added she hasn’t seen such extreme examples on Sun Peaks or Kamloops hikes but tries to prevent any damage as a result of her posts. “I chose whether or not I want to put a location tag,” she said. “If it’s a really challenging hike I’ll put a more generic geotag like B.C. or the park I’m in.” She has also tried to add information in her posts about leaving no trace while hiking but is balancing that with maintaining a positive feel on her feed. Bondini added her regional experiences have been positive ones and she hasn’t seen the same damage that is common in the Lower Mainland. Jordan Fraser, owner, content creator and photographer for Hike Kamloops (a popular blog with around 2,500 followers on

Instagram), said she also tries to find a good balance. The purpose of her blog is to provide instructions for local trails but she said she always tries to promote sustainable adventuring. “More people are looking to get out there and looking for accurate information,” she said. “There’s a few hikes that we haven’t shared online just because we fear they’d be too popular... We always try to include a write up reminding people to take only photos and pack out what they pack in.” She agreed with Bondini, and said she has noticed more local hikers out since she started , but she hasn’t noticed an increase in damage or litter. But she pays attention to her posts to manage any negative impact they may have. “If something gets too much attraction or attention we would consider suspending it so it doesn’t get out of hand.” As part of their marketing Tourism Sun Peaks (TSP) often hosts social media influencers who create content for both their own channels and TSP’s

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throughout summer and winter. Arlene Schieven, president and chief executive officer of TSP, said they are careful to select influencers who suit the branding of the community, which includes always using safety equipment like helmets and PFDs. She spoke highly of the benefits of using influencers as marketing, especially those with fan bases that suit TSP’s target demographics and who create con-

tent like photos and videos in line with their branding. For Bondini, her beautiful photos are just one piece of the puzzle as she builds her brand. She said she speaks up if she sees anyone disrespecting the environment while she’s out and likes that Sun Peaks remains a safe spot. “I feel like at Sun Peaks it’s more low key,” she said. “It’s clean and well maintained, it’s a good example.”

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Film, food and fitness featured at festival EMILY PERRINS SUN PEAKS BOASTS AN IMPRESSIVE FESTIVAL LINE UP each year, celebrating euro-music vibes, wine, yoga and more. This year, a new arts and culture focus is added to the calendar with Feast On!, a food, film and wellness festival, taking place Sept. 21 to 23. Combining award-winning films, world-renowned chefs, a program of storytelling and interaction with Sun Peaks’ scenic surroundings, the festival is a joint venture of the Green Art Festival Association (GAFA) and the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel and Conference Centre. Under the direction of its founder and president, Dasha Novak, GAFA has hosted outdoor film screenings, art exhibits and other cultural events in the community for four years. The inaugural event moves away from previous GAFA offerings in its concentration of events over one weekend. Its

extensive line up includes an opening gala, food and wine tastings, film screenings, cooking workshops and competitions, art and wine workshops, outdoor adventures, and live music performances. The festival’s focus on food and wellness was an idea initially pitched by the hotel. “The Grand was very interested in bringing on this wellness and culinary experience… because we are one of the few mountain communities that doesn’t offer this yet,” Novak said. “Food has really become a major focus of arts and culture in major cities. The chefs are the celebrities now.” Fittingly, five chefs are featured in the Feast On! program. At the five-course dinner slated for Sept. 22, each chef will present a dish inspired by a short film. Each serving will be accompanied by a screening of its complementary film. The filmmakers will also be present to offer their own perspectives and stories. The idea is to offer “variety

and dialogue for exchange of different experiences between the genres,” Novak explained, a theme which is reflected throughout the weekend. The festival is deliberately holistic in its cultural and culinary, indoor and outdoor, itinerary. “It’s a perfect combination … because you incorporate all your senses,” Novak said. “You get some fresh air, you get some exercise and then everything tastes better.” GAFA’s collaboration with the hotel not only facilitated this approach, but also overcame one of Novak’s biggest obstacles organizing events previously. “Up until now we didn’t have a venue where we could consistently advertise a program, so with the Grand on board as a host all of a sudden we have a foundation,” she said. Ultimately, Novak hopes to make Feast On! an annual fixture in the Sun Peaks’ festival calendar, supplementing it with other arts and culture events year round. She reflected that

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locals and visitors have limited entertainment options for evenings in the community, especially in winter, a void arts and culture programming could fill. “You can go to the bar, you can have a nice dinner, but it’s

so nice to offer a cultural experience, especially when people can participate,” Novak said. Program details and tickets are available at www.sunpeaksgrand.com/feast.

Not just fruity and sweet CIDER FEST HIGHLIGHTS BEST OF GROWING CATEGORY JEAN STRONG EACH SPRING THE ANNUAL WINE FESTIVAL DRAWS CROWDS to the mountain to sample wines from around B.C. This fall a new one-day festival hopes to draw attention to other boozy B.C. creations with the Sun Peaks Cider Fest on Sept. 8. Michelle Johnson, organizer of the event, started a similar festival in Kelowna last year with great success. She said with so many orchards in the Okanagan, cideries are creating more flavours than just apple and peach. Johnson said she saw the explosion of craft breweries but also noticed a growing number of cideries. When she started her festival there were around 20 in B.C., now there are more than 50. “I saw a gap and thought it would be cool to fill that with an event.”

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She added more cideries are making less sweet drinks and it also appeals to those who maintain a gluten free diet. “Guests interact with cider makers, there will be live music and food pairing,” she said. “It’s a perfect opportunity to try all the different flavours and different creations that they make. People are really becoming creative with it now.” Participating cideries include Summerland Heritage Cider Company, Left Field Cider Co., Twisted Hills Craft Cider, BC Tree Fruits Cider, Wards Cider and Faustino Estate Cidery. Kamloops brewery Iron Road Brewing will also be on site with craft beers. The event will take place inside The Annex from 6 to 9 p.m., tickets are available for $35 and include a souvenir tasting glass and two tasting vouchers for cideries of your choice. Additional drink tickets will be sold for $1.

EVENTS Fire Truck Pull returns for second year JEAN STRONG WANT TO TEST YOUR MIGHT BY PULLING A FIRE TRUCK WITH A ROPE? Gather a team of eight to 10 and see how fast you can pull Sun Peaks Fire Rescue’s Engine One! From 10 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Aug. 26 teams will attempt to pull the truck 50 feet as quickly as possible in front of the Village Day Lodge. For those under 16 years old there will be an open pull at 11:30 a.m. This year’s event, the second

at Sun Peaks, will fundraise for three charities, Muscular Dystrophy Canada, Sun Peaks Mountain Rescue Society (SPMRS), and the Sun Peaks Fire Rescue Society. Chris Mark, SPMRS founder and Sun Peaks Fire Rescue Work Experience Program member, is heading the organization of this year’s pull. He said last year’s organizer Adam Bordignon set them up for success. “Last year was really fun, the weather was amazing, we had a great atmosphere and lots of interest from the public. It’s really good family fun.”

Mark said he was proud to have two local charities in addition to Muscular Dystrophy Canada, which is often the charity of choice for ﬁre departments’ fundraising efforts. This year the goal is to surpass last year’s $7,000 raised. Prizes will be given to the best dressed team, participants can register the day off or on Aug. 25 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the ﬁretruck display in the village. Registration is $20 per person. Anyone interested in donating prizes or supporting the event can contact Mark at spfrtruckpull@gmail.com.

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BALL HOCKEY TOURNAMENT

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MID-MOUNTAIN CHAPEL SERVICE

A free prayer service at the chapel from 11 a.m. to noon. A lift ticket is required. 250 578 7878

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WEST COAST CAMARO RALLY SHOW AND SHINE Check out all generations of Camaros lining the village and vote for your favourite. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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NEW SCHOOL SMOKE EXPERIENCE

Bottoms Bar and Grill hosts their second event with their smoker. Their smoker “Iron Maiden” will smoke osso bucco, lamb rack and pork belly. The food will be paired with three handcrafted cocktails. Tickets can be purchased at Bottoms for $45. 250 578 0013

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MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS: DAN MANGAN

Dan Magan will take to the slopeside stage at 6 p.m. to perform his catchy songs. Get ready for his performance with Sister Speak at the Upper Plaza Stage at 3 p.m.

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Test your might at the annual Sun Peaks Fire Rescue Fire Truck Pull. Teams of eight to 10 take turns pulling the truck a distance as fast as they can. An open kids pull will also take place.

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MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS: BEDOUIN SOUNDCLASH

Coming back from a seven year hiatus, JUNO award winners Bedouin Soundclash will perform their hits slopeside at 1 p.m.

The first ever Cider Fest at Sun Peaks will take place in The Annex, featuring cideries from around the province and a brewery from Kamloops. Tickets include a glass and two tasting vouchers, extra drink tickets are $1 each.

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EVENTS Month of music to end season on a high note JEAN STRONG GET DANCING THIS AUGUST with a series of free concerts throughout the village. First up is Retro Concert Weekend, a hit with all ages that brings tribute bands to the mountains. BC/DC starts the weekend right on Aug. 10 at 7 p.m. before the Barenaked Ladies are covered by Kyle Cavanaugh on the Upper Plaza Stage. On Aug. 11 the king of rock and roll will be paid homage to by Ultimate Elvis Show at 2 p.m., kicking off an afternoon including The Beatles performed by The Fab Fourever and Santana performed by Paisley Groove. On Sunday, Buddy Holic will finish the weekend performing Buddy Holly at 11 a.m. Later in August Sister Speak will kick off Music in the Mountains with an Aug. 25 concert

at 3 p.m. at the Upper Plaza Stage, getting crowds warmed up for Dan Mangan slopeside at 6 p.m. Mangan is a Vancouver-based, Juno award winning performer best known for his indie rock sounds, folk notes and recent full band arrangements. The next day, Aug. 26, Bedouin Soundclash plays slopeside at 1 p.m. The Toronto, Ont. based duo was founded in 2001 and has four studio albums that combine reggae and ska sounds. Their unmistakable hit “When the Night Feels My Song” has nearly 5 million plays on Spotify. Other musicians will take to the Upper Plaza Stage throughout the month during Sunday’s Market Days. Deandra Day on Aug. 12, Shaughnessy Rose on Aug. 19 and John Michael Lind on Aug. 26. At the final Market Day on Sept. 2 local musician Heidi MacGowan will perform.

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Kamloops brings the heat with summer events JEAN STRONG LOOKING FOR A WAY TO ENJOY THE LAST STRETCH OF SUMMER? Kamloops has a big lineup of events that add to local offerings. Check out the Downtown Pedestrian Plaza Project until Aug. 12. Fourth Avenue has become pedestrian friendly with seating areas, planters, trees and games. Musicians and performers are also providing free entertainment in the space. If Retro Concert Weekend in

Sun Peaks leaves you wanting more live music take in Music in the Park nightly until Aug. 31. With all kinds of music from a Black Sabbath Tribute band to blues, bagpipe rock, or R&B there’s something for everyone. If you’re looking for something to munch on as you listen make sure to head down on a Wednesday night to eat at Kamloops food trucks starting from 5 p.m. Those in need of retail therapy will enjoy Kamloops’ Artisan Market, which runs every Friday until Sept. 21 from 3 to

7 p.m. at Wilson House on the North Shore. It features locally made products and is run by the artists. Near the end of the month the vibrant Kamloops Pride Week returns for the second year in a row. Start the week on Aug. 21 with a panel discussion, and Aug. 22 features a comedy performance at the Commodore Grand Cafe & Lounge. Get dressed up and take part in the Express Yourself Dance on Aug. 25 before the parade on Aug. 26. The parade starts at 11 a.m. at Riverside Park before winding through downtown. An after par-

ty will take place at The Noble Pig from 3 p.m. Have kids that love fire trucks or want to learn more about firefighting yourself? Kamloops Fire and Rescue is offering tours on Aug. 25 and 30. Tours will show photos and share stories on the second oldest established fire department in the province, and show artifacts. See Fire Station 1 before viewing the latest Kamloops Museum exhibit Ruin and Renewal, Fire on the Interior Plateau. Also on Aug. 25 a new festival will debut in Mission Flats. Subculture Kamloops hopes to

highlight the “cultural fabric” of the city with music, drinks, art battles, food and more. As summer comes to a close and fall is on your mind try out Canada’s only tunnel escape room with actors at Tranquille Farm. You’ll be led underground when a door slams behind you and you have to find your way out while interacting with actors. Escape from Padova runs Aug. 31 to Nov. 3 For more information on any events or to find more things to try visit tourismkamloops.com/events.

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Cairn creators in Banff and other parks urged to curb it BANFF, Alberta – Parks Canada has been frowning about all the rock cairns being constructed along hiking trails in Banff National Park. “We don’t encourage any building of stone cairns,” said Greg Danchuk, the agency’s visitor experience manager. “The time-honoured approach of leave-no-trace would include not piling rocks and stones around the place.” Another reason not to do so, he told the Rocky Mountain Outlook, is because moving rocks shifts soil and makes the area more prone to erosion. Stacking stones also annoys some people in Yoho National Park. “Please refrain from saying ‘I was here’ with rock graffiti, and refrain from moving rocks placed by the trial crew to define routes,” a Facebook post by the Lake O’Hara Trails Club scolded. When smoke gets in your eyes— and in your lungs LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – From Taos to Banff to Tahoe, the talk of the last week was all the smoke in the air. “Smoke coming in. Damn,” wrote one Telluride resident on Facebook the afternoon of Aug. 6. “We can’t even see the mountains,” reported a Jackson Hole resident the morning of Aug. 7. Lake Tahoe has been smothered with smoke from fires in three directions, reported the San Francisco Chronicle. “We couldn’t breathe,” a woman told a park ranger while in a huff to check out of a campsite along the Lake Tahoe shoreline. “We were going to go on a bike ride, but last night sucked. We’re going straight home.” With a fire raging on its southern flanks, the Yosemite Valley was closed on July 23 and it remained closed as of the first week of August. Air quality in Yosemite, said the Chronicle, rivaled that of Beijing. There, concentrations of fine particulates called PM 2.5—which measure 2.5 micrometers in diameter and smaller—are regularly six times

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higher than World Health Org anization recommendations. In Idaho, PM 2.5 was bad enough at Sun Valley and Ketchum that on at least one recent day everybody was advised to stay indoors and keep the windows shut. Children, people with lung disease, and the elderly were advised to stay indoors on several days. California had giant fires last fall, continuing into December. During one smoke advisory, the Los Angeles Department of Public Health advised schools to suspend physical activities like gym, cancel after-school sports, and keep windows and doors closed. If air conditioning in homes drew air from outside, people were advised to go to libraries and other designated air shelters with better-than-average air filtration systems, reported Sierra Magazine. British Columbia also has designated clean air shelters. In Colorado, pediatric pulmonologist Dr. Carl White told the Summit Daily News that children are particularly susceptible to the negative effects of the smoke. Children breathe more air

for their body weight than do adults, magnifying the effect the air quality has on their bodies, he explained. “The second issue is that children are still developing their lungs, and more interferences with the normal lung chemistry means impact to growth and development of the lung.” PM 2.5 poses a danger to older people, too. Inhaling it can turn the body’s clotting system on and increase the risk of heart attacks or strokes, he said. PM 2.5 can be safely filtered with N95 or N100-type particulate masks. Such masks can be purchased at bigbox retailers. White told the Summit Daily the smoke has other dangers. “Carbon monoxide, acrolein, formaldehyde, benzene, benzopyrene, dibenzanthracene, nitrogen oxide and so on,” White reported. Many of these same chemicals are present in cigarette smoke. As such, breathing in mountain air during smoky periods is almost as bad as breathing secondhand smoke. White said that experiments about effects of smoke have

been conducted on animals, but not human populations. “What we’re seeing now is a huge human experiment in progress.” Fires have been growing larger and increasing in frequency during the last 30 years in the West. British Columbia was in a state of emergency in 2017 for 70 days due to wildfires, the longest in the history of the province. Harper’s Magazine pointed out that fires rarely exceeded 10,000 acres in size through much of the 20th century. Then, in 1988, a fire called Canyon Creek burned for months, covering 250,000 acres. It was an anomaly then. Not so much now. Blazes of more than 100,000 acres are called megafires. By Aug. 6, the Yosemite fire was getting close. Big Sky Resort joins the Mountain Collective pass ASPEN, Colo. – The buddy ski pass program called the Mountain Collective continues to grow. The Aspen Skiing Co. announced this week that Montana’s Big Sky Resort and the

Niseko United Resort in northern Japan have been added. The latter was an affiliate but this coming ski season will become a full partner. The alliance now has 17 destinations. The passes include two days of skiing or riding at each and 50 per cent discount on all additional days. Prices run $499. Price points keep rising for mountain real estate JACKSON, Wyo. – Average price of single-family homes in Jackson Hole during the first half of the year rose 31 per cent, hitting $2.33 million. David Viehman, a real estate agent who curates real estate data, told the Jackson Hole News&Guide that 37 homes sold for more than $3 million and two of them for more than $10 million. The cheapest home in the single family category was a two bedroom cabin that went for $565,000. Fueling the rising prices is the continued rise of the stock market. Real estate agents said Wyoming, with its low taxes, is a favorite place to stow wealth. And, of course, Jackson Hole is a lovely place in every season.

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>> SPORTS Coming back from mystery illness 10-YEAR-OLD TAVIN KRUTOP RETURNS TO MOTOCROSS NIKKI FREDRIKSON AFTER PULLING A TICK OUT OF HIS HAIR AT LUNCH, 10-year-old Tavin Krutop was noticeably more lethargic heading into his second motocross race of the day on April 1. His dad, Jeremy Krutop, wondered what was going on when he saw his son slumped over his handlebars at the start gate, a stark contrast to his usual focused demenor. “As soon as he pulled the tick out 15 minutes later he was supposed to go out back on the track and he just couldn’t do it,” said Jeremy. The next competition Tavin started out strong but then was hit with extreme fatigue coming off the track and laid down for a nap in his family’s trailer. “We didn’t know what was wrong with him, even his friends at the race would be like ‘C’mon Tav’, give him fist bumps just trying to get him going. He just wasn’t into it, he was just so down,”

said Jeremy. Tavin’s symptoms of nausea, dizziness, and lethargy continued and he was forced to miss one month of races to recover from his sudden illness. “We couldn’t figure out if his symptoms were from the tick or from a virus or mono because he was really weak for quite a few weeks,” said Tavin’s mum, Kristen MacMillan. While his diagnosis remains unconfirmed, Tavin had elevated levels when tested for Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, a bacterial disease transmitted through tick bites. Just one month later Tavin made his return with a second place finish at Green River. He then went go on to win the next five straight races, finishing the spring season second overall just 11 points shy of first place. “People were asking what happened to him when he came back because when he came back from being sick all the sudden he won five races in a row,” said Jeremy. Tavin said it felt pretty good

coming back adding it felt like he missed a bit of time but it wasn’t bad getting back into competition. As a sponsored athlete by RTR, Fox Canada and Powder Ventures the young athlete has a lot of support behind him as he prepares for the fall race series. “It’s (racing) commitment on Tavin’s part but it’s something he’s wanted to do himself right from the beginning. He’s had that drive, his own drive,” said MacMillan. With the support of his sponsors, parents and fellow competitors Tavin will start off the fall season by heading down to Washougal, WA Aug. 25 to 26 to take on a bigger competition pool. “It’s just different. It’s not really like a series, there’s a lot more kids, more competition. It’s just a different atmosphere,” said Tavin. As part of his preparation for the upcoming 125 Dream Race in Washougal, Tavin has been riding with Ross Thompson and has even taken part in the Sun Peaks Resort Shred Hard Summer Camps for

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downhill mountain biking. “He just loves being on a bike no matter what whether it’s his dirtbike or his mountain bike,” said MacMillan. With only three years of motocross racing under his belt Tavin took the title of New Kid Beginner Championship his

first season, then he won the 50cc championship his second year and was on track to take the overall title in his division this spring series. The family is hoping to see his progression pick back up this fall.

Pinty’s Series pays tribute to Humboldt NIKKI FREDRIKSON IT HAS BEEN A BUSY SEASON OF RACING FOR LOCAL NASCAR DRIVER RACIN’ JASON WHITE. The local Pinty’s Series racer has travelled across Canada racing in five of six series events over the summer with his latest race taking him to Saskatoon, Sask. on July 25. Heading into the two back-toback races White was looking to have his best finish ever, using his tribute car wrapped in the Humboldt Hockey Team logo as motivation to do so. White, along with his former race partner and sponsor Rob Zimmer, created the tribute to the hockey program and those affected by the bus crash that left 16 people dead and 13 injured earlier this year. “We started talking a month or so ago about wanting to do something to show the people of Saskatchewan and Humboldt that we’ve been thinking about them and wanted to do a tribute to those who have been lost and the survivors and the first responders. We’re pretty honoured to be doing this,”

Jason White’s car was wrapped in a tribute to the Humboldt Broncos hockey team.

said White. White was able to go to Humboldt, Sask. prior to the race to present the tribute to the community and meet with members of the hockey program. “It was great to see all their faces, there was a lot of emotion and it brought me down to earth a little bit. Day to day life doesn’t mean so much when you start talking to those people and what they’ve gone through,” said White. White wasn’t the only racer at the Velocity Prairie Thunder Twin 125s showing support for the community; each of the competitors had one of the victims

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of the crash names on their rear windshield. White’s car memorialized the team’s coach Darcy Haugan. In a Facebook post White said it was an honour to have Haugan’s name on his car. Unfortunately, White was unable to reach his goal of having his best finish ever at the backto-back races finishing 14th and 17th. This season White has been consistent in his racing finishing in the top 15 each race, having his best finish at the Rankin Construction 200 at the Jukasa Motor Speedway where he finished 11th overall. Vol 16 Issue 8 August 10 — September 6

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>> SPORTS Growing pains MADDIE AVERY REFLECTS ON THE CANADIAN RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIPS NIKKI FREDRIKSON AS SHE READIED HERSELF FOR THE CANADIAN RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIPS in Saskatoon, Sask., Maddie Avery of Little Heffley Lake, B.C. was looking to gain experience as a centre and prepare for preseason training with her team at McGill University. “It was definitely an eye-opening experience for me. It’s the type of tournament that puts you off your high horse,” said Avery. “Everyone comes and brings their A-game so it definitely motivated me to try harder.” Playing on the women’s U20 B.C. team, Avery said she found she had to adjust to the caliber of play at that level, stating there was less room for

error than when she played for the U18 program last season. “At the U18 level everyone is an amazing player, but there’s just a lot more chances. It’s a little bit more innocent,” said Avery. While Avery found her groove throughout the six-day tournament, Team B.C. struggled to connect as a team losing all four matches. “Part of it, was we only had four practices and we never played all together as well. Obviously we had to change some things and fix some things,” she explained. Comparing her team to the other provinces, Avery found that B.C. had a strong group of forwards and were good at certain pieces of the game but had a few issues with execution. “It’s a team sport. You really have to have good chemistry

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with everyone, so one of our biggest issues was just keeping our line integrity on defence. So they (the coaches) gave me some changes there just to hold back and not create spaces and we saw some improvements there,” said Avery. Reflecting on the tournament,

Avery called the experience a “kick in the butt” for her to get ready for her university season and motivated her to work on her skills. “I got a lot more comfortable with the different plays that we run and just the timing and the angles that I have to run

in order to make ground and help out our team. I’m really excited to try some of those things when I get to university,” she said. Avery will leave for preseason training at McGill later this summer.

Annual ball hockey tournament returns NIKKI FREDRIKSON BRINGING IN A NEW DEMOGRAPHIC OF VISITORS TO SUN PEAKS, the second annual Sun Peaks Resort Ball Hockey Tournament is anticipated to be full of quick and exciting hockey action according to Cara Karpluk, events manager for Sun Peaks Resort LLP. “It’s a pretty competitive tournament (last year). It was a lot of teams that play together in the ball hockey league in Kamloops so they’ve all played together,” she explained. The annual event was created last year to be held with the Canada 150 celebrations, but given the busyness of the day, the event was moved to the third weekend in August. Last year’s event had a total of seven teams, six from Kamloops and one from Sun Peaks, with roughly 50 players competing in the three-on-three hockey plus goalie matchups. “It definitely was pretty competitive. This year it seems like there’s more conversation from locals so I think we’ll get a few more local teams out,” said Karpluk. Each participating team is guaranteed three games throughout the day with

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the potential to reach five games depending on registration numbers. “If we have a full 16 team tournament we’re going to have two games go at once and then the middle section is for people to stand and for teams to hang out,” said Karpluk. For the Sun Peaks Hockey League the event is an opportunity to compete against a new pool of athletes and see how their skill levels match up. “I think is great that we get to do this tournament not only to see what is the level that we are at compared to other teams, but also to put Sun Peaks on the map not only for the main activities that we have here like biking, hiking and golfing which are the main activities during summer, so people know that there is a lot more to do here,” said Cristian Vergara, co-organizer of Sun Peaks Hockey League Sunday night drop-in. Registration for the Saturday, Aug. 18 event is $40 per team and closes at 4 p.m. the day prior. For more information about the event or the Sun Peaks Hockey League’s Sunday night ball hockey program visit Sun Peaks Hockey League on Facebook.

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EMILY PERRINS Two new beginner riding areas have opened in the Bike Park in the latest on-mountain developments intended to entice more novice mountain bikers to the resort. Open to riders since mid-July, the currently unnamed terrain opened a swathe of different riding for users. Created over a two-month window in spring and early summer, the trail building was a combined effort by the trail crew, under the direction of James Jeffries, and externally-hired trail builders. The primary new fixture, the “new green trail,” as it’s currently known as, extends from top of Sunburst chairlift and weaves down through the glades of Sundance mountain. It’s well laid out and scenic, and builds rider confidence as it goes, with the terrain demanding enduro-style pedalling at the beginning, progressing to downhill braking further along. The trail is also lengthy, taking double the time to cy-

cle than the Bike Park’s only other beginner freeride trail, “Smooth Smoothie.” The new trail ranks as the easiest freeride option on the mountain. While it’s certainly smoother than “Smoothie,” it still comprises some testier sections. George Terwiel, senior mountain bike coach with Sun Peaks Resort LLP (SPR), suggested some bike experience is needed before riding the trail. “The rolls and frequency of turns make riding very fun but some of the tight, bermed turns are challenging for beginners,” he said. Terwiel tends to take his beginner classes to the new trail only after “warming up” in the new riding skills area which is the other beginner terrain recently opened. This new learning area, located by the schoolhouse, is accessible by riding the village carpet and consists of three short trails, one green and two blue, designed to test and improve rider skills in managing corners and berms, rollers and drops before hitting the lift-accessed terrain.

Evidently both newly opened areas, while intended as introductory, offer something for riders of all abilities. Aidan Kelly, chief marketing officer for SPR, commented that both areas will continue to be tweaked through the season and asked riders to provide feedback to make continued improvements for full launch in summer 2019. He also indicated that discussions around adding additional progression flow trails to the network will happen soon and the continued goals of the resort are to improve the park for riders of all levels and to increase bike visitation and guest satisfaction. “We really wanted to bridge the gap between what Sun Peaks is known for and how the industry has trended in recent years,” he added, referring to the Bike Park’s past reputation as advanced terrain. “A big goal was to build a better level of progression into the Bike Park at Sun Peaks and I think the trail crew has nailed it 100 per cent with the new additions.”

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC SAFETY Ski Marmot Basin is looking for a team-oriented, highly qualified outdoor enthusiast who can rise to the challenge of working in a complex continental snowpack. The Assistant Director of Public Safety is a dynamic supervisory position in our Safety Operations team. The successful candidate will be an experienced Avalanche Forecaster with the competency, familiarity, and ability to effectively train a host of skills such as: snowmobile driving, rope/chairlift rescue skills, Snow science, AvSar, Avalanche safety, and First Aid (80 hour). You need: Canadian Avalanche Association Professional Membership; Canadian Avalanche Association level 2 certification (level 3 preferred); valid Alberta blasting certificate (or be eligible); Health Care Provider (CPR) certification and; a Class 5 driver’s licence (or equivalent) Successful candidates will also have a letter of approval from Natural Resources Canada Explosive Regulatory Division to handle explosives (before commencing work) and a RCMP screening to work with children and vulnerable persons. Candidates must be able to ski all terrain in all mountain conditions. We offer an attractive salary and benefits package. Year-round or seasonal employment is available dependent on candidate requirements. Staff housing is also available. Check out the complete list of certifications and job requirements at https://www.skimarmot.com/work-marmot-basin

To Apply, please email a cover letter and resume to hr@skimarmot.com with the word AVALANCHE in the subject line

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>> SPORTS Neron dominates BC Cup Series NIKKI FREDRIKSON AFTER RACING FOUR WEEKS STRAIGHT IN THE BC PREMIER DOWNHILL SERIES & Canada Cup Series, 18-yearold Gabriel Neron has dominated the Jr. Sport Men (17-18) category with two silver finishes and three golds. Neron, a Sun Peaks resident, currently tops his category with an overall point total of 950 surpassing second place competitor JT Bjarnason from Fruitvale, B.C. by 320 points. As the season has progressed Neron’s goal for each race has increased from leading the pack to topping the

podium with a 20 second lead over the competition. “Overall my goal this season was trying to move closer to the elite man and junior experts. Every time I go out for a race I can cut off five seconds so I’m getting closer to that,” said Neron. Despite being used to the steep terrain of Sun Peaks Resort’s bike park, Neron has been tested as an athlete this season by having to adapt to more challenging courses found in the Kootenay region. “In Sun Peaks it’s steep and lots of roots and little rocks here and there but in Fernie, it was like riding powder on a bike. So it was like surfing a bike down a super steep section,”

said Neron. Despite having a near perfect run at Panorama Mountain Resort July 29, Neron had to push through some mental challenges before topping the podium 12 seconds faster than his fellow competitors. “I was really tired. It was more of a mental aspect this weekend which is also good. It was a good test, but definitely stressful,” he said. Now heading into a six-week break before the next stop on the series at Big White Resort on Sept. 2, Neron will have a chance to recover and work towards hitting his season goal of first place overall title in the Jr. Sport Men (17-18) category.

Gabriel Neron placed second in Silver Star with a time of 02:48.84. | PHOTO SUPPLIED

Grunling’s road to recovery said he won’t be downhilling until next year. Grunling started this season strong with a 10th place finish at the BC Downhill Championships Premier Series at Sun Peaks Resort on July 7. He then travelled to

SilverStar the following weekend where he placed 17th in the UCI U15 (13-14) division before the accident. Grunling was planning on attending two more competitions this season after SilverStar.

Work in Jasper National Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), the most northern Canadian Rocky Mountains ski resort!

SKI PATROLLER Ski Marmot Basin is looking for team-oriented outdoor enthusiasts who love to work with the public in a challenging mountain environment. An expert skier, you will provide on-hill rescue, first aid and triage, enforce the “Alpine Responsibility Code”, and work to ensure our guest experience is second to none. You must be able to ski all terrain in all mountain conditions. At a minimum you need: Health Care Provider (CPR) certification; advanced first aid certification (80 hours) and; a Class 5 driver’s licence (or equivalent). CAA Industry Training Program level 1 is an asset. Successful candidates will need to apply for a letter of approval from Natural Resources Canada Explosive Regulatory Division to handle explosives and provide clear Criminal Record and Vulnerable Persons Record checks. Mattias Grunling planned to compete in four competitions prior to his season ending accident on July 15. | PHOTO SUPPLIED

NIKKI FREDRIKSON JUST TWO COMPETITIONS INTO HIS FIRST SEASON AS A DOWNHILL MOUNTAIN BIKE COMPETITOR 13-year-old Mattias Grunling’s season came to an sudden end. Following the July 15 BC Premier Downhill Series competition at SilverStar Mountain Resort Grunling was

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freeriding the course when he crashed, fracturing his femur, severing tendons in his hand and damaging nerves, ending his competitive season. “I have a splint on my finger and I don’t have a cast on my leg. (Instead) I have a rod in my leg to hold it all together,” said Grunling. While undergoing surgeries, Grunling spent a week in the hospital before he was able to return home to Sun Peaks,

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however, his road to recovery is far from over. “I don’t know about my leg but I know I have to come in two weeks from now and do some physio with my fingers,” he said. Grunling will undergo surgery again in nine months to remove the rod from his leg giving him just enough time to rehab his leg before next year’s season. He plans to get back on his bike this fall but

We offer an attractive wage and other incentives. Staff housing is also available. Check out the complete list of certifications and job requirements at https://www.skimarmot.com/work-marmot-basin

To Apply, please email a cover letter and resume to hr@skimarmot.com with the word SKI PATROL in the subject line

TELUS PureFibre is coming. TELUS PureFibre has reimagined the Internet experience as we know it and it’s coming to Heffley Lake, Little Heffley Lake, Whitecroft and Sun Peaks. Soon, you’ll be able to upload, download, browse and stream with lightning-fast speeds. TM

Get ready for:

• The #1 Internet technology for speed and reliability* • Enjoy full speed with multiple devices: Never slow down, even when everyone’s connecting • Optik TV 4K content, with 4 times the resolution of HD ®

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Learn more at telus.com/kamloops

* Traditional copper wire or copper wire hybrid networks are subject to capacity constraints and environmental stresses that do not affect TELUS fibre optic technology, which is based on light signals. Not available in all areas. † 4K television required to watch 4K. Optik 4K PVR and Internet 50 or above required to watch 4K on Optik. Minimum system requirements apply. Subscription to corresponding channels required; not available with all channels. Final eligibility for the services will be determined by a TELUS representative. For more information please visit telus.com/4k. TELUS, the TELUS logo, TELUS PureFibre, Optik, Optik TV, telus.com and the future is friendly are trademarks of TELUS Corporation, used under licence. © 2018 TELUS. 18_00796

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Serving Sun Peaks and area since 1995

ALPINE RESORT REALTY

OPEN DAILY - LOCATED IN THE KOOKABURRA LODGE T: 250 578 8222 TF: 1 800 663 2838 E: info@sunpeaksrealty.com

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4108 SUNDANCE DRIVE | 1,479,000 The architect got it right from street appeal to interior design. Prestigious Sundance Estates 4 bedroom home plus 2 bedroom suite with separate entrance, main floor with an open design, large great room, floor to ceiling rock fireplace, custom kitchen and dining room, all complimented by great window packages and French doors to patios side and back. Spec levels and finishing details are exemplary. Upper floor is master bedroom with 6 piece ensuite, walk-in closet and office/den. The property is fully landscaped with private back yard and oversized garage. Offered largely furnished, GST paid.

#415 COAST SUNDANCE LODGE | $49,900 Spectacular views of Mount Morrissey from this deluxe 4th floor studio with great sense of space due to extra high ceilings. This property features the warmth of a fireplace, efficiency kitchen with 2 burner cook top, a queen bed and double bed. Complex amenities include an exercise room and outdoor hot tub. Owners personal use up to 180 days per year. Professional management in place by Coast Hotels. Just a short stroll out your front door to skiing, golf, Village shops & restaurants! Offered fully furnished; GST is applicable.

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#44 CRYSTAL FOREST | $420,000 Immaculate and bright 2 bed, 2 bath townhome in the intimate development of Crystal Forest which has never been rented. Great floor plan with access from your front patio or at the back from the private courtyard. Crawl space with 7’8” clearance in part provides extra storage. Ski-in and enjoy the central location close to all resort amenities. Heated tile floors in entries, kitchen and bathrooms, cozy corner fireplace, spacious sunny patio, two secure parking spaces, all furnishings and accessories. Short term rentals allowed. GST is applicable.

#352/354 CAHILTY HOTEL & SUITES | $154,900 Prime ski-in, ski-out location with unlimited owner use located on the edge of the Gentle Giant ski run, and adjacent to the tennis courts & community swimming pool in the heart of Sun Peaks. This fully furnished, one bedroom lock off suite offers a flexible floor plan for personal use and rental that accommodates 6 comfortably. Full kitchen with breakfast bar, sofa bed with private bathroom on one side that connects to the adjacent room with two double beds and an additional bathroom. GST paid.

SOLD

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#105/111 CAHILTY HOTEL & SUITES | $245,900 Ski directly to your back door! One of a kind 1 bedroom deluxe studio with slopeside private patio, updated full kitchen plus adjacent lock-off studio located on the ground floor just steps from the ski run, Valley Trail, tennis courts, village restaurants & shops. This special retreat sleeps 8 comfortably with a king, 2 queen beds plus hide-a-bed, 2 full bathrooms, and plenty of storage with two lockable closets for owners. Relax with family & friends in the spacious living area with cozy gas fireplace & take in tranquil views to greenspace!

SOLD

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#22 TRAPPERS LANDING | $784,900 4 bed centrally located townhouse has been upgraded and customized with beautiful concrete countertops & fine cabinetry with eating bar, heated tile throughout the main floor, vault ceiling and soaring windows, plus reading area with seating and built-ins. Exceptional offering boasting premier ski-in, ski-out access, private patio, hot tub, incredible mountain views. Main floor features bedroom and bathroom, plus two additional bedrooms on the upper level, each with ensuite bathrooms. Lower level features a private garage with fantastic ski room with built in cabinetry and extra storage space.

NEW LISTING

2456 FAIRWAYS DRIVE | $849,000 Original custom design! Beautifully crafted two bedroom (potential for 3) home on the 3rd fairway of the Sun Peaks Golf Course. Contemporary open floor plan with 17 foot ceilings offers a gallery, modern prep kitchen with large sink and plenty of cabinet space, plus a second kitchen with dual wall ovens, induction cooktop, wine fridge, bar sink, “live edge” island counter top and induction cook top. Two car garage with a legal self-contained 2 bedroom ‘carriage house’ located above with full kitchen and separate laundry. GST not applicable.

#17 ALPINE GREENS

| $384,000

Ground level, bright and spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo fronting directly onto the second fairway and Valley Trail. This sunny Golf Course location is beautiful in both summer and winter, with views of Mt. Morrisey and easy ski-in access via the street. Heated tile floors in kitchen and bathrooms, cozy wood burning fireplace with beautiful fieldstone and timber mantle, natural wood raised panel cabinetry, private patio and extra storage. Offered furnished, available for quick occupancy; GST applicable.

SOLD

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#102 COAST SUNDANCE LODGE | $59,000 Cozy ground floor 1 bedroom condo in prime location with fantastic ski-in, ski-out access right out your door. Full ownership with generous 180 days per year owner use and professional rental management agreement in place with Coast Hotels. Features full kitchen, corner fireplace and private patio. Hotel amenities include outdoor hot tub, exercise facility, restaurant, coffee shops & gift shop and secure underground parking.

#47 STONE’S THROW | $439,900 Great views from this bright, south facing, 2 bed, 2 bath condo with convenient ski-in, ski-out access. Features an inviting, open living area with an attractive window package providing abundant natural light, cozy gas fireplace and sliding glass door to the private deck and hot tub. Equipped with six appliances, including in suite laundry, heated tile floors and ample storage. The wrap around kitchen boasts abundant cabinet space and an eating bar where family & friends can gather. Heated underground parking, tourist accommodation zoning allows for short term rentals. GST is applicable.

SOLD 2581 MOUNTAIN VIEW DRIVE | $262,500 Residential building lot conveniently located at the base of Mt. Morrisey with great ski-in access and stunning mountain views. Quiet cul-de-sac location backing onto forested ski terrain. With no time limit to build out you can relax & take time to plan your perfect mountain getaway. Design guidelines in place and zoning allows for a two bedroom legal revenue suite. Underground services installed to the lot line. GST is not applicable.

26 SNOW CREEK VILLAGE | $539,900 Popular slopeside development - true ski-in, ski-out access adjacent to the Village and lifts. Fully furnished, warm and inviting 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom townhome is on three levels and offers heated tile floors, a bright open kitchen, dining and living area with cozy fireplace and private patio with hot tub backing onto forest. Sunny deck with BBQ and beautiful mountain views of Mt. Morrisey. Extra storage and private two car tandem garage, add’l surface parking available. GST is applicable.

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