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On May 3, B.C.’s Auditor General, released a 109-page report in regards to British Columbia’s mining industry. The report titled “An Audit of Compliance

and Enforcement in the Mining Sector” was authored by Carol Bellringer and concluded that the B.C. provincial government is not adequately prepared to protect the environment in the situation of a mining disaster. The report took two years to complete and was underway prior to the 2014 disaster at Mount Polley, where a tailings pond collapsed causing millions of cubic meters of waste to spill into waterways in the Cariboo region.

Kootenay East MLA and Minister of Energy and Mines, Bill Bennett, responded to the report saying he was grateful for the auditor general’s insights. Bennett says his government hopes to implement the 17 suggestions made in the report by the end of 2016.

“We certainly accept gratefully 16 of the 17. One we are not sure about – we are going to implement it at least in part, is the one that indicated the permitting of mining should be separated from the compliance and enforcement of mining,” Bennett told The Free Press.

Bennett says this recommendation may be harder to implement due to the complexity of certain mining permits.

“You take a mine up in the Elk Valley, they could have 50 or 60 or even over 100 different conditions attached to that permit. To have the permitting branch residing in one ministry and the compliance and enforcement in a totally separate ministry would make it very difficult for the compliance and enforcement people because they wouldn’t have been involved in the permitting and wouldn’t understand the conditions and why they are there and what they are intended to do and that is why no other province has done this.”

According to Bennett, the Ministry of Environment and Mines has already started working towards implementing some of the recommendations before the report was released.

“We have already started implementing. Even some of the recommendations from the Auditor General that came out yesterday were already in the process of being implemented and we will have most of the 43 recommendations from the three reports implemented by the end of this year,” he said, referring to other recommendations made after investigations into the Mount Polley disaster.

The NDP criticized Bennett after the report was released, calling for Bennett’s resignation.

“The report is a damning condemnation of the BC Liberal's approach to regulating a critical B.C. industry that is the economic backbone of many B.C. communities,” said John Horgan, leader of the provincial NDP party in an email to The Free Press. “The report aptly describes the government's regulatory approach as a "decade of neglect", which really means that the BC Liberals [are] spending too much timeContinued on page 2

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Fernie City Council held their ninth regular Council Meeting of

the year on May 9. At the meeting, Gerald Price from GPI Accounting, reviewed the City’s 2015 financial highlights.

According to Price, the City earned more revenue than anticipated, bringing in $17 million. The budget was for $14.6 million, making a revenue surplus of $2.4 million.

“The higher revenue was due to higher developer contribution,” read Price from a statement.

Along with higher revenue, the City also had lower than projected expenditures. The budget was for $12.4 million in expenses, but the final total was $11.9 million, saving half a million dollars.

Price reported the City’s tangible capital assets increased by over $3.3 million. Capital assets include work to roads, street reconstruction, building

and equipment acquisitions, along with work on the water and sewer systems.

The City’s long-term debt was decreased by $109,000, which leaves a balance of $1,045,000. Price concluded the City’s cash and temporary investments increased by over $2.2 million from 2014, with a total of just under $16 million. Along with this, the annual surplus for 2015 was over $5 million. Since incorporation, the City of Fernie has a cumulative surplus of over $84 million, and $74 million of that is invested in capital assets.

Council also voted in favour of adopting the 2016-2020 Financial Plan. The plan, which has been in the works since December 2015, went through two public processes, including the Tax Talk Survey and a Town Hall meeting. It details the City’s budget and spending expectations for the next five years and, by law, had to be voted on by May 16.

Councillor Phil Iddon was the only council member opposed to adopting the Financial Plan.

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and not enough time listening to mine workers and First Nations who want to ban mining practices. The critical point is this: if you don't regulate the industry properly, mines fail like they did at Mount Polley, and mine workers lose their jobs.”

Horgan says that regulation should be a fundamental factor in the mining industry, as it will help keep jobs in B.C. by keeping mines open longer. The Elk Valley, which has an estimated 4,000 direct jobs and 5,000 indirect invested in the mining industry, stands to be impacted by mine closures.

“If you don't regulate the industry properly, mines fail like they did at Mount Polley and mine workers lose their jobs. That is bad for communities like the Elk Valley. A properly regulated industry is one that is sustainable and one in which the industry, workers and their families don't have to fear for their livelihoods. That is the kind of industry I want to see, one where mine workers can have confidence in their jobs.”

Horgan is calling for Bennett’s resignation, citing the auditor general’s report as a reason to overhaul the Ministry of Energy and Mines. To this, Bennett said he has no intention of resigning, as the investigation into Mount Polley did not prove neglect within his ministry caused the tailings pond to breach.

“What I said was if they come back through the investigation and determine that my ministry was negligent and that negligence caused the accident, I would resign. That was an investigation. This is not an investigation into the accident. I have absolutely no intention of resigning because my ministry did not cause the accident at Mount Polley,” Bennett said. “Both of those investigations determined that the accident was caused by a layer of unstable material underneath one of the embankments that was missed when the original investigation was done. I don’t know why I would resign for a mistake that was made in the 1990s.”

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The Fernie Chamber of Commerce, along with the BC Chamber of Commerce, is concerned over the provincial

government’s intention to increase the minimum wage in the coming years.

Currently, B.C.’s minimum wage is $10.45 per hour, and is the lowest in Canada. Christy Clark’s Liberal government announced on May 3 its intention to increase the minimum wage twice in the next year and a half. The first increase is set for Sept. 16 of this year, when the minimum wage will increase by 40 cents to $10.85. Clark’s next increase will be in September 2017, by 40 cents to bring it to $11.25. Compared to other provinces and territories, the increase will make B.C.’s minimum wage middle of the road in Canada. The highest minimum wage is $13 in Nunavut.

Patty Vadnais, executive director at the Fernie Chamber of Commerce, wants the government to provide more consistency and predictability in minimum wage increases, allowing businesses to effectively plan.

“The minimum wage could jump to $11.25 so that added expense, if you’re not able to plan for it, can really affect the bottom line,” she said.

According to Vadnais, there are 94,000 people province-wide earning minimum wage, and 93 per cent of those jobs are in the service sector – hotels, retail stores and the food service industry. Vadnais pointed to Fernie’s service sector as being most heavily impacted by the proposed increases.

“In Fernie, there are roughly 20 businesses that are in the service sector so they are going to be impacted by this,” she said. “Owners are going to have to make decisions like do they cut back the hours for their employees to compensate for that extra expense? Do owners now have to work more shifts because they have to cover those expenses?”

Vadnais does not believe that an increased minimum wage will help businesses, even if, theoretically, people were to have more disposable income to spend on goods and services.

“I don’t think that will be the effect for us because most of our businesses are already paying above minimum wage so they are trying to pay that living wage for people. Our labour market has already demanded that we pay more than the minimum wage,” she said.

Vadnais would like to see more predictability in minimum wage increases and for it to increase according to the consumer price index (CPI) to account for inflation.

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Commercial vehicle accident causes hazardous material leak near JaffrayBy Bryn Catton Free Press Staff

On the morning of May 10, a commercial vehicle accident occured on Highway 3, two kilometres east of Jaffray. As

of Tuesday afternoon, the RCMP are still investigating the incident.

“[At] about 5 a.m. this morning we had a rather serious motor vehicle accident out on Highway 3. What happened is a semi-truck had lost control on the highway and as a result had closed both the east and west bound lanes,” said Robert Wright of the RCMP on the morning of the accident.

The condition of the driver was not yet known and Drive BC estimated that the section of highway would re-open around 6 p.m. Tuesday evening.

Mainroad East Kootenay Contracting was managing traffic control and had a detour in place using Bethania Road.

“Due to the contents of the trailer it will be a somewhat lengthy clean up. We can expect a partial highway closure until later on this

afternoon,” Wright said.The longer than normal clean up was due

to the hazardous material that the truck was hauling. As of Tuesday afternoon, the RCMP said the material posed no public risk.

“[There] is no necessary concern for public safety as it sits right now, however due to the contents we have to have a special hazmat team go in there and just make sure it is safe for the people who will be cleaning up the site,” said Wright.


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The Fernie Fire Department is encouraging the public to participate in the FireSmart program. The program, which Fernie local

Alan Westhaver helped create, aims to protect people’s personal property by educating them on the steps they can take at their home to help protect from a wildfire.

“It’s kind of interesting that there are very few large communities in western Canada that can say for sure that they are at risk. But we can, because it happened once in 1908,” said Westhaver.

Fernie experienced a wildfire over a century ago, when a smoldering fire to the west of Fernie escalated and moved into the city. According to Westhaver, within 19 minutes, only 37 structures were left standing in the city. Everything else had to be rebuilt.

Wildfire safety is at the top of people’s minds due to the current wildfires in northern Alberta and the damage it caused to Fort McMurray. Over 80,000 people had to evacuate and leave their homes after a wildfire ravaged the city last week. Westhaver says there is steps people can take to help prevent potential damage to their own properties.

“We want to get that message across that it is not a hopeless situation. We are not helpless in dealing with this. There are many little things that people can do that will make a big difference to the outcome,” he said. “Most of those are focused on people’s backyards and the immediate area around their homes.”

According to Westhaver, there are three main areas that people can focus on in regards to their property: structure, vegetation and infrastructure. Structure refers to the house and buildings themselves and what they are comprised of. Infrastructure, in this sense, means what tools and resources are available if a small fire does occur, such as a garden hose, rakes and shovels. Of the three, Westhaver says vegetation is the most important in regards to what vegetation is on

the property, how flammable it is, and its proximity to the structures.

“Those three things are the main actions that residents can take,” Westhaver said. “The whole focus is to reduce the ignitability of a home. And its kind of dirt simple - if a home doesn’t ignite, it can’t burn down. And if homes don’t burn down, we really can’t have a disaster. We are always going to have forest fires out there; they play a very important role in nature, and they can’t all be extinguished. There are ways with coping with that and surviving in those events and that is what we are focused on.”

Neighbourhoods and communities can work towards a FireSmart designation, a title awarded to areas that have taken steps to educate themselves on fire safety and reduce hazards in their area. The Fernie Fire Department received a $10,000 grant from the Union of BC Municipalities (UCBM) to educate the public on FireSmart. Two staff members at the fire department are now facilitators in the FireSmart program, allowing them to share their knowledge with the

local communities. What the Fire Department and Westhaver are hoping

is for people to step forward and express interest in the program, which they dub as “community champions”.

“At their request, we would go and do a hazard assessment of their neighbourhood and also prepare a report with three or four recommendations for simple things that they could be doing in that area to reduce the risk. In the meantime, that community champion goes and knocks on a few doors and gets a few of his neighbours interested and they form kind of a committee on the FireSmart board,” Westhaver said.

After the community or neighbourhood is organized, Westhaver said the Fire Department would give them a presentation of their assessment, with notes on what steps they could take to become FireSmart. Once they start taking steps and incorporating the assessment, they can apply to FireSmart Canada for the designation.

“It doesn’t mean that they are completely safe, but it does mean that they are working towards reducing

that risk and we do know those things to be very effective. In doing so, the people become very aware of what they need to be doing, and they will start doing those things in their own back yards,” Westhaver said.

Fire Chief Ted Ruiter is in full support of the program and is hoping the community will help bring the program to fruition in Fernie.

“We can’t go there and say you have to cut this down or get rid of this vegetation. They have to understand the process and be willing to do it on their own,” he said.

Currently, Ruiter is working with the City of Fernie to re-write the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP), which was originally drafted in 2005. The CWPP looks at the surrounding areas and determines what steps and procedures can be utilized to mitigate wildfire hazards and damage in the area.

For more information on the FireSmart program, contact Fire Chief Ruiter at (250)423-4226.

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By working together, residents can very effectively reduce forest fuels and the potential for home ignitions in their neighbourhood.

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Environmental Assessment of the ProposedCrown Mountain Coking Coal Project

Open House and Invitation to Comment

NWP Coal Canada Ltd. (Proponent) is proposing to develop an open pit metallurgical coal mine in the Elk Valley, referred to as the Crown Mountain Coking Coal Project (proposed Project). The proposed Project would be located approximately 12 km northeast of Sparwood, British Columbia, and it is estimated that it would produce 3.7 million run-of-mine tonnes per year.

The proposed Project is subject to review under British Columbia’s Environmental Assessment Act. The Proponent must obtain an Environmental Assessment Certificate (EAC) before work can be undertaken on the proposed Project. Prior to the submission of an Application by the Proponent for an EAC, the Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) must approve the Application Information Requirements for the proposed Project.

As part of the Application Information Requirements, Valued Components must be identified, which are environmental, economic, social, heritage, and health components that may experience potential effects as a result of the proposed Project. The Valued Components are outlined in the Valued Components for Environmental Assessment document, which details components to be studied and the areas in which the studies would occur.

Open HouseEAO invites the public to attend an Open House about the environmental assessment process, the proposed Project, and the draft Valued Components. An open house will be held:

At: Causeway Bay HotelEmerald Room102A Red Cedar Drive, Sparwood, BC

On: Wednesday, May 25, 2016

From: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm

EAO and the Proponent will be present to provide information and respond to questions about the proposed Project at the Open House.

The comment period for the submission of comments by the public in relation to the draft Valued Components document is 30 days. The comment period will begin May 13, 2016and end June 13, 2016. All comments received during

this comment period in relation to the draft Valued Components document will be considered.

The intention of seeking public comments is to ensure that all potential effects – environmental, economic, social, heritage and health – that might result from the proposed Project are identified for consideration as part of the assessment process. At this stage of the process, the primary intent is to receive feedback on studies or information required for a comprehensive assessment.

After taking public comments into account, the Valued Components document will be finalized.

EAO accepts public comments through the following ways:

By Online Form athttp://www.eao.gov.bc.ca

By Mail:Terry PrattProject Assessment Manager2nd Floor – 441 Columbia St.Kamloops, BC, V2C 2T3

By Fax:Fax: 250-387-2208

An electronic copy of the draft Valued Components document and information regarding the environmental assessment process are available at www.eao.gov.bc.ca.Copies of the draft Valued Components document are alsoavailable for viewing at the following locations:

Sparwood Public Library110 Pine Avenue, Sparwood, BC

Fernie Heritage Library492 Third Avenue, Fernie, BC

Cranbrook Public Library1212 2nd Street North, Cranbrook, BC

If you are unable to participate at this time, there will be anadditional comment period during the Application Review stage when you will also be able to provide comments to EAO on the proposed Project.

NOTE: All submissions received by the EAO during the comment period in relation to the proposed Project are considered public and will be posted to the EAO website.

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Authorities remain on high alert for invasive species after intercepting four boats in recent weeks that arrived in B.C.

infested with live zebra mussels.One contaminated boat was towed by a vehicle

that failed to stop for inspectors on Apr. 28 near Elko, where many vacationers pass by while travelling through B.C. from southwestern Alberta and northwestern Montana.

A conservation officer tracked down the vehicle and diverted it back to the inspection station, said Chris Doyle, deputy chief of provincial operations for the B.C. Conservation Officer Service.

"The boat it was towing was found to have zebra mussels on it," Doyle said. "That watercraft was detained and impounded and as well the driver was charged for failing to stop at the inspection station."

Inspection teams have checked 1,200 boats so far this year. Of those, 64 were flagged as coming from high-risk locations, resulting in 12 decontaminations.

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With the warmer temperature, more people are venturing outside for recreational activities, including hunting.

Currently it is open season for many species, including black bears and bearded turkeys. There are some things to be aware of before hunting, including obtaining a proper hunting license.

BC Conservation Officer, Frank deBoon, says there are regulations in place to protect B.C. wildlife, including a ban on bringing animal carcasses in from other provinces.

“From out of province, any ungulates, like moose, elk or deer, hunters can’t bring any into B.C. They have to be cut and wrapped and then the antlers can be brought in but they need to be bleached out of the skull so there is no brain tissue that comes along,” said deBoon.

This is protection from Chronic Wasting Disease, a disease similar to Mad Cow Disease.

“That is what most people relate it to. If it does

reach B.C., there is just no way to stop it. Just animals coming into contact with each other can spread it or the pathogens can be dormant in the ground for 10 years or more so the animals feeding would pick it up,” said deBoon.

Conservation officers regularly patrol the Alberta/B.C. border to check for people failing to respect this regulation. The disease spread into Alberta from Saskatchewan, and authorities are hoping to keep it out of B.C.

deBoon wants to remind anglers that fishing on the Elk River is currently closed to allow for spawning. However, fishing in lakes is permitted with fishing at Summit Lake on the Alberta/B.C. border is popular at this time of year.

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Teck’s Greenhills Operations has been awarded the John T. Ryan National Safety Trophy as the safest coal mine in Canada

for 2015. This is the third consecutive year that the Greenhills steelmaking coal operation has received the award, which goes to the mine that experienced the lowest reportable injury frequency per 200,000 hours worked in Canada.

“This award recognizes the hard work of employees at Greenhills Operations to ensure their safety and the safety of their coworkers,” said Robin Sheremeta, Senior Vice President. “I commend everyone at Greenhills for this outstanding achievement, which demonstrates their commitment to achieving the goal of everyone going home safe and healthy every day.”

This is the fifth time that Greenhills has received the John T. Ryan National Safety award since its inception.

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For over two months, we have been working on a bear attractant series, the goal of which was to present information in an unbiased way and to show that there are many ways in which a community can reduce bear-human conflict.

From the information we gathered, almost all communities were in agreement that the best way to mitigate aggressive wildlife interaction is to educate the public. Since WildSafe BC and BearAware programs have come into existence, the number of bears that communities destroy each year has been significantly reduced from a yearly average of 1,000 bears prior to the programs implementation to between 500 and 600 today, province-wide. While I am sure that education has played a huge role in the direct reduction of bear destruction I believe that education, not exclusively within these programs, has also played a larger role in communities, moving residents to actively reduce aggressive wildlife conflicts.

While the curriculum and way of teaching varied, one of the most common methods was refuse disposal and attractant management. Unless you have buried your head in the sand, you know that garbage attracts bears. This was something that was echoed throughout the interviews. Open or easily accessible garbage is the equivalent to a bear scoring three cherries on a slot machine. Unfortunately for me, bears win more than I do - especially in Fernie.

Fernie is the only community out of the 10 that I spoke to that does not have a municipal wide bear-resistant garbage disposal program. While council has implemented new bylaws that will go on to improve our bear-human reduction rates within city limits, a bear can still likely open the non bear-resistant garbage cans.

A conversion to a different, bear-resistant, disposal routine would be hard for a community like ours. Many of the municipalities I spoke with were resort towns that are younger than Fernie. A resort town is more likely to see transient workforces and short term home owners. This means implementing change, like a waste program to reduce bear conflict, is much easier since many residents habits are not yet set in stone.

Another factor, which would only affect some types of garbage disposal, is NIMBY - the “Not in My Backyard” mentality. Sure, no one wants a metal box bigger than an AMC Gremlin in front of their house but no one wants to be attacked by a bear either.

Lastly, the biggest hurdle to the implementation of a garbage program is the cost. Buying new bins and retrofitting or buying a new garbage truck is expensive. If the city has leftover money from something such as a winter’s road clearing budget, they can’t easily allocate that funding to bear-resistant waste disposal. While the funding is not easy to come by, it is City Council’s responsibility to address this issue.

Last year’s bear destruction rates were unusually high, but there were more factors than just human-caused attractants. The unseasonably warm temperatures and lack of precipitation led to a food shortage for wildlife. The effects of which are still being felt by wildlife throughout the area, especially those who have just woken up from a lengthy sleep. We can do our best to eliminate attractants and educate ourselves and that will help, but we live in bear country, we have chosen to be here, and there will always be bears here.

Letter to the Editor re: Climate change

As primary caregivers, many women in poorer countries are responsible for trekking miles to collect water and fuel. When climate change depletes water, women notice first. Water is a climate change issue.

In many parts of the world women have already walked long distances to find water, but, as sources dry up, those treks are becoming more difficult. Searching remote areas for fuel and water exposes them to greater risks of violence like rape or kidnapping.

“Women are the first to be affected by climate change in every single country in the world,” said Yannick Glemarec, deputy executive director of United Nations Women, adding that “women in so-called developing countries are hit the hardest.”

As climate change puts pressure on natural resources, fresh water is becoming scarcer, food prices are increasing and infectious illnesses like the Zika virus are on the rise. Worldwide, women tend to be poorer than their male counterparts and have less representation in policy-making.

We need to focus on women’s leadership development; build finance skills and policy skills and move women to positions of power in government and business. The people most likely to be hurt by climate change are also the ones best positioned to fix it, Glemarec said.

Marylee BanyardNelson, B.C.

Letter to the Editor re: Fort McMurray relief challenge

During the afternoon of May 5, the Windermere Valley Men’s Club held its weekly competition. Our thoughts were not on golf, but rather on the families displaced by the fires raging in northern Alberta.

At the conclusion of the event, our membership decided to donate the prize money that would normally have gone to the afternoon’s winners to the disaster relief efforts currently being undertaken.

Al Wittke, a longstanding member of our club, also donated $2,000 to the Salvation Army. Al lived in Fort McMurray in the Beacon Hill subdivision. His former residence has burned to the ground.

The Windermere Valley Men’s Club is challenging men’s and women’s golf clubs across B.C. and Alberta to do the same. Take the prize money from one afternoon of golf to assist our friends and neighbours in the Fort McMurray area.

Dean MidyettePresident, Windermere Valley Men’s ClubWindermere, B.C.

On May 7, Jack and Ava Hozjan pulled the winning name in the pizza oven draw alongside their parents, David and Aleatha Hozjan and Ann Zweerink of Ann’s Independent Grocer. The winner of the draw was Nicki Germann. Photo by B. Catton


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Sparwood Community & Facility Services367 Pine Avenue, Box 669, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0Phone: 250-425-0552 Fax: 250-425-0551 Email: [email protected]

Spring Pool ScheduleMarch 29 - July 3, 2016

Early Bird Swim Mon Wed & Fri 6:30 - 8:00 am Gentle Fit Mon Wed & Fri 8:30 - 9:15 am Aqua Fit Mon Wed & Fri 9:30 - 10:30 am Wed 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Lane Swim Tue & Thur 11:00 - 1:00 pm Mon Wed & Fri - 12:00 - 1:00 pm Mon - Fri 5:30 - 6:30 pm Sat 1:00 - 2:00 pm & 5:00 - 6:00 pm Sun 12:00 - 1:00 pm & 5:00 - 6:00 pmLane & Leisure Mon Wed & Fri - 8:00 - 9:30 am Mon Wed & Fri - 10:30 - 12:00 pm Tue & Thur 1:00 - 2:30 pmFamily Swim Sun 1:00 - 2:00 pm Public Swim Mon, Tue & Wed 6:30 - 8:00 pm Thur & Fri 6:30 - 9:00 pm Sat 2:00 - 5:00 pm & 6:00 - 8:00 pm Sun 2:00 - 5:00 pm14+ Over Tue 8:00 - 9:00 pm 14+ Over Hot Tub Only Mon & Wed 8:00 - 9:00pm Free Swim Fri 4:00 - 5:30 pm

SPARWOOD’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY DINNERFriday, June 10th, 2016Sparwood Leisure CentreDoors Open & Cash Bar – 5:00 pmDinner & Dance – 6:00 – 10:30 pmFireworks - 11:15 pmCelebrating 50 Years! 1966 – 2016Tickets Available at the Leisure Centre $35.00

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYSUMMER CAMP LEADERSLeaders will be responsible for the planning, organization, coordination, and implementation of our Summer Camp Program. Candidates should be energetic, well organized, have outstanding leadership skills, and enjoy working with kids of all ages. Camp leaders should have experience working with children, valid emergency first aid, and a diverse knowledge of games, crafts, and sporting activities. Our Leaders must be able to work independently and as a team. Candidates must be 16 years or older and be available from June 24 until August 23, 2016.Applications with cover letter, resume, and references will be received at 367 Pine Avenue, Sparwood, BC, until 3:00 pm on Tuesday, May 24, 2016. Current hourly rate for this position is $15.00.

GOLF BALL DROPTickets Now on Sale - $5.00 eachBall Drop takes place at the Sparwood Rec Centre Ball Diamond at 3:00 pm on June 12th1st Prize $1000.00 Cash2nd Prize His & Hers Outerwear ($300.00 value donated by Fernie Ski Base)3rd Prize $200.00 Overwaite Card (donated by Overwaitea)4th Prize Power Bank Charger (180.00 value donated by Sparwood NAPA)

COMMUNITY YOUTH NETWORKMay 18, 2016Sparwood Leisure CentreCurling LoungeWednesday, 7:00 pm

The District of Sparwood has been invited by the Columbia Basin Trust to develop a Community Youth Network in Sparwood. The Youth Network, supported through a CBT regional coordinator, will engage youth directly in order to increase activities and provide diverse opportunities based on local youth’s priorities.

Those who work or interact with youth and are interested in learning more are invited to join us for an information session hosted by Columbia Basin Trust to be held on May 18th, 7:00 pm at the Sparwood Leisure Centre.

For more information, visit www.sparwood.ca or www.cbt.org. Please RSVP to [email protected]. You can also check out the Basin Youth Network Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/basinyouthnetwork/.

NATIONAL LIFEGUARD POOL CERTIFICATIONMay 27, 28, 29 & June 17, 18, 19, 2016Friday, Saturday & SundayFridays 4:00-9:00 pm Saturdays & Sundays 8:00 am - 4:30 pmRegistration $394.00 Manual $35.00 Pocket Mask $15.00

National Lifeguard is Canada’s only nationally recognized lifeguard certification program. National Lifeguard is a legal certificate for lifeguarding throughout the country.

Prerequisites: Minimum 16 years of age. Bronze Cross certification and Standard First Aid certification (need not be current) from one of: Lifesaving Society, St. John Ambulance, Canadian Red Cross, Canadian Ski Patrol

Letter to the Editor re: FIRE Thank you

I feel very proud in saying that FIRE Adaptive Snow Program has completed its fourth year of operation. My goodness, what a season it was! Contributing to our success was the snow, which thankfully remained till our closing date… Anything is better than last year, am I right?

We started off our season by welcoming 14 new volunteer instructors, bringing our team numbers up to 22 in total. In our first year we had a team of nine volunteer instructors. The fact that we more than doubled in size is something to be proud of. Thanks to this growth, we were able to help 12 students get FIREd up about skiing and snowboarding this winter. Of this 12, we introduced three new students to the wonderful world of adaptive snow sports. Every year our students are a reminder that anything is possible, and this season was no exception. Our students conquered the mountain in their own special way, and with the help of their wonderful instructors, each one had incredible progress.

A few of them, having never skied before at the start of the season, confidently conquered the Bear chair by the end. One of our students graduated from using the teaching pole, and was able to ski the Mighty Moose for the first time with an assist from her instructors. We had two students venture up the Deer Chair for the first time, and we all were able to hear one student proudly boast at our year-end dinner of his adventure up White Pass. Every one of our students had a success story this season, and we couldn't be prouder of their determination. I am very happy to say that

we gave 77 lessons thisseason, which is an all-time high for

the program.Thank you so much to our two

new sponsors; GearHub Sports, who sponsored our equipment maintenance, and the Fernie Rotary

Club who, through the sale of Griz pins, donated $1300 to our program. Welcome to our team! Speaking of the Griz, for the fourth year in a row FIRE had a float in the Griz Days Parade, which was awarded second place. Thank you to Fernie Rentals, Telus, and everyone who was involved with building and designing the float!

I am very pleased to say that the FIRE society was able to fund a team of nine instructors and five students to attend the Canadian Association of Disabled Skiers (CADS) Festival, which was held in Kimberley BC. This is the first time that FIRE has been represented by such a large number on a national level. Our students reached amazing heights during the week, with three of them winning awards for their ski racing skills. I feel very honoured and privileged to be recognized as CADS Administrator of the Year as well. Our whole team really did shine at festival, and we are very proud. FIRE also received an invitation from Whistler Adaptive to come and take part in their program for a week at the beginning of April. A team of five was able to participate in, and learn from this incredible program. The insights we gained will only benefit the future success of our growing program. I know I speak for each member of the team when I say that this experience was a special one we will always remember.

Goals for next season include creating strategies to strengthen the society and the program, increasing community awareness through promotions, and creating volunteer committees to enhance program development. We hope to expand our program lesson days, and continue to raise funds to purchase the most up-to date-

equipment for our students and their needs. We would also like to expose our instructors to more training opportunities, so they can advance their students even further. Every year we will continue to work towards making FIRE even better.

We have many people to thank in contributing to FIRE’s success this season, and will mention a few of them in no particular order. Thank you to Fernie Alpine Resort, and those who helped us with lift tickets and rentals. Your support throughout the years has been incredible. We offer our thanks to Highline 100 for their annual donations and support. It is because of organizations like yours that we are able to keep FIRE affordable and accessible. We

are very grateful to our other sponsors from the community who support our program as well. Thank you to the FIRE Board for their hard work and dedication in overseeing the program. Thank you to our devoted volunteer instructor team, who donate their time and efforts to seeing the ability. Without you, our program would not be possible, and because of you, our students are able to reach new heights. To our students, you should be very proud of your accomplishments, and we hope to see you next season. Thank you to every volunteer who donated his or her time to help FIRE become even better.

Grace BrulottePresident and Founder of FIRE

The Fernie Snowmobile Association is gathering donations for the Fort McMurray relief effort. A 16-foot trailer, which is stationed at Fernie Fireplace, was half full in two days. “We will keep doing it until they do not need help anymore,” said David Hozjan, co-owner of Fernie Fireplace. Photo by B. Catton


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EVENTS

Monday• 6:30 to 8:00 a.m. – Early Bird Swim at the Spwd Pool• 7 to 1 p.m. – Public Swim and Lane Swim at F.A.C.• 7 to 8 p.m. – Fitness Centre open at F.A.C.• 8 to 9:30 a.m. – Lanes & Leisure at the Spwd Pool• 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. – Gentle Fit at the Spwd Pool• 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. – Active Fit at the F.A.C..• 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. – AquaFit at the Spwd Pool• 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Lanes & Leisure at the Spwd Pool• 12 to 1 p.m. – Lanes Swim at the Spwd Pool• 1 p.m. – Dominoes at the FSC• 3 to 8 p.m. – Public Swim and Lane Swim at F.A.C.• 6 p.m. – Bridge at the FSC• 6:30 to 8 p.m. – Public Swim at the Spwd Pool• 6:45 p.m. – Fernie Ghostrider Bingo at the Legion Hall• 7 p.m. – Mahjong at the FSC• 7 p.m. – Celebrate Recovery at Mountainside Church• 7:30 to 9 p.m. – Ladies Night at Old School Boxing• 8 to 9 p.m. – 14+ Hot Tub Only at the Spwd Pool• 9 p.m. – Jam Night at Kodiak Lounge

Tuesday• 7 to 1 p.m. – Public Swim and Lane Swim at F.A.C.• 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. – Fitness Centre open at F.A.C.• 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. – AquaFit at the E.A.C• 10 to 11 a.m. – Kindergym at the FFC• 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. – Gentle Fit at the F.A.C.• 10:30 to 12 p.m. – Public Swim & Lane Swim at E.A.C• 11 a.m. – Crafts at the FSC• 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Lane Swim at the Spwd Pool• 11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Storytime for Preschoolers at Fernie Heritage Library• 1 to 3 p.m. – Public Swim & Adult Lessons at E.A.C• 1 to 2:30 p.m. – Lanes & Leisure at the Spwd Pool• 1 to 4 p.m. – Community Volunteer Income Tax Program at Seniors Drop in Centre• 2:30 p.m. - Yoga at the FSC• 3 to 8 p.m. – Public Swim and Lane Swim at F.A.C.• 5 p.m. – Ladies Night at Mountain Meadows Golf Course• 5 p.m. – Men’s Night at Sparwood Golf Club

• 6 p.m. – Wing Night at The Pub• 6:30 p.m. - Ladies Archery at the Elks Hall• 6:30 to 8 p.m. – Public Swim at the Spwd Pool• 6:30 to 8:30pm – Opt Fernie Clinic at the Elk Valley Hospital• 7 to 10 p.m. – Public Drop In Climbing at COTR• 7 p.m. – Cribbage at the FSC• 7:30 to 9 p.m. – Mixed Boxing at Old School Boxing Club• 8 to 9 p.m. – 14+ Hot Tub Only at the Spwd Pool

Wednesday• 6:30 to 8:00 a.m. – Early Bird Swim at the Spwd Pool• 7 to 1 p.m. – Public Swim and Lane Swim at F.A.C.• 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. – Fitness Centre open at F.A.C.• 8 to 9:30 a.m. – Lanes & Leisure at the Spwd Pool• 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. – Gentle Fit at the Spwd Pool• 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. – Active Fit at the F.A.C.• 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. – AquaFit at the Spwd Pool• 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. – AquaFit at the E.A.C• 10 to 11 a.m. – Kindergym at the FFC• 10:30 to 12 p.m. – Public Swim & Lane Swim at E.A.C• 10:30 to 12 p.m. – Lanes & Leisure at the Spwd Pool• 11:15 a.m. – Toddlertime at Fernie Heritage Library• 10:45 a.m. – Gentle Fit at FSC• 12 to 1 p.m. – Lane Swim at the Spwd Pool• 12 p.m. - Fernie Rotary Meeting Park Place Lodge• 1 p.m. – Cards at FSC• 1 p.m. – Decorative Arts at FSC• 3 to 8 p.m. – Public Swim and Lane Swim at F.A.C..• 5p.m. – Ladies Night at Sparwood Golf Club• 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. – Lane Swim at the Spwd Pool• 6 p.m. – Wednesday Night Dinner Special at Bridge Bistro• 6 to 9 p.m. – Drop in Workshop at Clawhammer Press• 6:30 p.m. – Tae Chi at FSC• 6:30 to 8 p.m. – Public Swim at the Spwd Pool• 7 p.m. – Quilting at FSC• 8 to 9 p.m. – 14+ Hot Tub Only at the Spwd Pool• 8 to 9 p.m. – Aqua� t at the Spwd Pool

Thursday• 7 to 1 p.m. – Public Swim and Lane Swim at F.A.C.• 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. – Fitness Centre

open at F.A.C.• 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. – Ease the Knees at E.A.C• 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. – Gentle Fit at the F.A.C.• 10:30 to 12 p.m. – Public Swim & Lane Swim at E.A.C• 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Lane Swim at the Spwd Pool• 1 p.m. – Pay Me Cards at FSC• 1 p.m. - Canasta Cards at FSC• 1 to 2:30 p.m. – Lanes & Leisure at the Spwd Pool• 3 to 8 p.m. – Public Swim and Lane Swim at F.A.C.• 5 to 6 p.m. – Lane Swim at the E.A.C.• 5 p.m. – Men’s Night at Mountain Meadows Golf Course• 6 to 7 p.m. – Youth Archery at the Elks Hall• 6 to 8 p.m. – Public Swim at E.A.C• 6:30 to 9 p.m. – Public Swim at the Spwd Pool• 6:30 to 9 p.m. – Teen Space - � rst & third Thursdays, Fernie Heritage Library• 7 p.m. – Darts at the Spwd Legion• 7 p.m. – Jam Night at The Brickhouse• 7:30 to 9 p.m. – Women & Men’s Night at Old School Boxing• 7 to 10 p.m. – Public Drop In Climbing at COTR• 8:30 – Team Trivia at The Pub

Friday• 6:30 to 8 a.m. – Early Bird Swim at the Spwd Pool• 7 to 1 p.m. – Public Swim and Lane Swim at F.A.C.• 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. – Fitness Centre open at F.A.C.• 8 to 9:30 a.m. – Lanes & Leisure at the Spwd Pool• 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. – Gentle Fit at the Spwd Pool• 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. – Active Fit at the F.A.C.• 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. – AquaFit at the Spwd Pool• 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. – AquaFit at the E.A.C• 10 to 11 a.m. – Kindergym at the FFC• 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. – Gentle Fit at the F.A.C.• 10:30 to 12 p.m. – Public Swim & Lane Swim at E.A.C• 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Lanes & Leisure at the Spwd Pool• 10:45 a.m. – Gentle Fit at FSC• 11:15 a.m. – Toddlertime at Fernie Heritage Library• 12 to 1 p.m. – Lanes Swim at the Spwd Pool• 1 p.m. - Kitchen Bridge at FSC• 1 to 3 p.m. –Public Swim at E.A.C• 3 to 8 p.m. – Public Swim and Lane Swim at F.A.C.

• 4 to 5:30 p.m. - Free Swim at the Spwd Pool• 5 to 6 p.m. – Lane Swim at the E.A.C.• 4 to 6 p.m. – Water Slide at the F.A.C.• 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. – Crocodile Swim- No School Fridays. F.A.C• 6 to 8 p.m. - Public Swim at the E.A.C.• 6:30 to 9 p.m. – Public Swim at the Spwd Pool• 7 p.m. – Jam Night every 2nd Friday at the Spwd Legion• 7:30 p.m. – Cribbage at FSC

Saturday• 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. – Fitness Centre open at F.A.C.• 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. – Public Swim and Lane Swim at F.A.C.• 1 to 2 p.m. – Lane Swim at the Spwd Pool• 1 to 4 p.m. – Community Volunteer Income Tax Program at Fernie Heritage Library• 1 to 5 p.m. – Water Slide at F.A.C• 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. – Family Swim at E.A.C• 2:30 to 5 p.m. – Public Swim at the E.A.C. • 2 to 5 p.m. – Public Swim at the Spwd Pool• 3 to 5 p.m. – Crocodile Swim at F.A.C 1st & 3rd Sat of Month• 4 to 6 p.m. - Meat Draw at the Fernie & Spwd Legion • 5 to 6 p.m. – Lane Swim at the Spwd Pool & E.A.C• 6 to 8 p.m. – Public Swim at the Spwd Pool & E.A.C • 6:30 to 8 p.m. – Women & Men’s Night at Old School Boxing• 7:30 p.m. – Social at FSC

Sunday• 9.15 a.m. – Drop In Meditation at Essential Yoga Studio• 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. – Fitness Centre open at F.A.C.• 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. – Public Swim and Lane Swim at F.A.C.• 12 to 1 p.m. – Lane Swim at the Spwd Pool• 1 to 5 p.m. – Water Slide at F.A.C• 1 to 2 p.m. – Family Swim at the Spwd Pool• 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. – Family Swim at the E.A.C.• 2 to 5 p.m. – Public Swim at the Spwd Pool• 2:30 to 5 p.m. – Public Swim at the E.A.C.• 5 to 6 p.m. – Lane Swim at the E.A.C & Spwd Pool• 6 to 6:45 p.m. – Aqua� t at the E.A.C• 7:30 p.m. – A.A. Meeting, Christ Church Anglican, 591 4th Ave. Fernie

Around the Valley is a free listing to any local service.Please send an email to [email protected] or drop off a brief description of your event at The Free Press office.

MAY

12-13 Creative Energy Arts Presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Traynor Hall Stage, 7 p.m.

13 Mark Ferris Memorial Music Night, In� nitea, 8 p.m.

13 Opera Screening, Manon Lescaut by Puccini, The Arts Station, 7 p.m.

13 Tube Screamer at The Royal, 9 p.m.

13 The Heights Live at The Northern, 10 p.m.

13 Join the Dark Side of Yin, The Castle on First, 6.30 p.m.

14 Nemkae at The Royal, 9 p.m.

16 Fernie & District Arts Council AGM, The Arts Station, 6 p.m.

17 Ladies Opening Special Fernie Golf & Country Club

18 Men’s Golf Opening, Fernie Golf Course

20 AFRodisiac at The Royal, 9 p.m.

21-22 Ladies “Spring In It” Mountain Bike Weekend

21 Valdy Live at the Arts Station, 8 p.m.

23 Fernie Aquatic Centre closed for maintenance

26 Gallery Opening, Char Czech & Ilona Webster, Arts Station, 7 p.m.

27 Fernie Community Choir Spring Concert, Knox United Church, 7 p.m.

28 Elk Valley Garage Sale – Fernie Wide

28 Spring Bike Blitz and AGM

28 Horseshoe Tournament, sign up at Legion Lounge

28 Connection Yoga Workshop, The Castle on First, 12 – 5 p.m.

29 East Kootenay Junior Open Fernie Golf & Country Club

29 Hike for Hospice, starting at Montane Barn, 10 a.m.

31 Ride with Librarians, Library Garden, 4 p.m.

Around the Valley Legend:Fernie Aquatic Centre = F.A.C.Elkford Aquatic Centre = E.A.C.Sparwood = SpwdFernie Family Centre = FFCFernie Seniors Centre = FSC

City CouncilMeeting Schedule

Regular Council meetings are open to the public and held at City Hall at 7:00 p.m.

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City of Fernie Contact Info:

City HallPh: 250.423.6817Fx: 250.423.3034Email: [email protected]: www.fernie.ca501-3rd Avenue, Box 190Fernie, British Columbia V0B 1M0

Office Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 am-5 pm(Closed statutory holidays)After Hours Phone: 250.423.4226

Fernie Aquatic Centre250 Pine Avenue Phone: 250.423.4466

Fernie Memorial Arena1092 Highway 3

For all Police, Ambulanceor Fire related emergencies:Call 911

City of Fernie CONNECTION | Community Information and Opportunities | www.fernie.ca

BRITISH COLUMBIACITY OF FERNIE CONNECTION

Annual Spring CleanupStarts Monday May 16, 2016The City of Fernie is once again offering residential households within the City of Fernie FREE pick up of LAWN AND GARDEN WASTE (NO Household Garbage – just grass clippings, brush, weeds and small tree branches less than 6” in diameter). Garden waste must be placed on the curb by 7:00am on your pickup day in the same location as regular garbage pick-up in all areas except the Annex and Maintown which will be picked up in the alley. You DO NOT HAVE TO REGISTER for this service. GARDEN WASTE MUST BE bagged in clear plastic bags and tree / brush clippings must be securely bundled, tied and piled in such a way that it can be picked up by a loader. PLEASE DO NOT PILE UP LOOSE LEAVES AND MATERIALS – You will be responsible for cleaning up windblown debris.

PICK UP AREAS AND DATES

Area Pick Up Date

Annex (place items in alley) & Riverside Mon May 16 & Tues May 17

Airport (Mt View) & Park Avenue Wed May 18 & Thurs May 19

Parkland & Alpine Trails Fri May 20

Ridgemont, Silver Ridge, Pine Grove, Fernie Mobile Home Park, Castle Mountain

Tues May 24 & Wed May 25

Maintown (place items in alley) Thurs May 26 & Fri May 27

Attention SENIORS! Free Household Refuse and Reusable/Recyclable Goods Pickup

JUST FOR YOU! If you have large items of household refuse or recyclable/reusable goods that you wish to have hauled away (old furniture, old appliances, white goods with Freon removed, etc.) the City will pick up and dispose of these items during the Annual Spring Clean Up between May 16 and May 27. Please separate your items into refuse, recyclable/reusable items and we will dispose of them for you. This FREE SERVICE is just for seniors and YOU MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE by calling City Hall at 250.423.6817. Please have your items to the curb by 7:00 a.m. on the dates we are in your area per the Annual Spring Cleanup schedule. To receive this free service you must be a senior 65 years or older.

Leisure Services HappeningSpring & Summer Facility RentalsWeddings and Family Reunions that are planned for in City of Fernie’s public areas require a booking through the Leisure Services department. If you are planning an event please call 250.423.2245 to reserve the space.

Fernie Aquatic Centre Spring 2016 Swim Schedule (March 27 – May 22, 2016)Public Swim Monday to Friday – 7:00am -1:00pm and 3:00pm – 8:00pm Saturday and Sunday – 12:00pm- 6:00pmWater Slide Monday to Friday – 4:00pm – 6:00pm Saturday and Sunday – 1:00pm – 5:00pm Aqua FitActive Fit Mon/Wed/Fri – 8:30am – 9:15am Gentle FitTues/Thurs/Fri - 10:30am – 11:15amCrocodile Swim 1st and 3rd Saturday each month 3:00pm – 5:00pmSwim LessonsRegistration for Summer swim Lessons from July and August 2016 is Now open!

Please note: The annual maintenance shutdown for the Aquatic Centre is May 23 with reopening scheduled for July 1st, 2016. We apologize to our patrons for this necessary disruption in service.

For more information on all Aquatic Programs including Lifeguard Training courses and Private Aquatic bookings available please call the Fernie Aquatic Centre at 250.423.4466.

Request for Proposal Professional Hydrotechnical Consulting Services

Proposals will be received by the City of Fernie for comprehensive flood hazard and geomorphic assessment of the Elk River and Fairy Creek and flood risk assessments/flood mitigation options for Maiden Lake. Sealed proposals clearly marked “The Corporation of the City of Fernie – Professional Hydrotechnical Consulting Services” must be received at City Hall, 501 – 3rd Avenue, PO Box 190, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, before 4:00 P.M. local time on Friday, May 20, 2016, Attention Bruce Lennox, Director of Planning. Request for Proposal documents are available through BC Bid, City of Fernie website Bid Opportunities and Civic Info BC.

ResortMunicipalityInitiativeFestival and Event DevelopmentFunding Opportunity Applications are now being accepted through the Resort Municipality Initiative (RMI) Festival & Event Development Program for limited funding available to assist community organizations with the cost of developing and hosting festivals and events. Applicants need to be able to demonstrate financial need and that the proposed festival or event will have a positive impact on the Fernie and area tourism economy.

The RMI Festival & Event Development Program guidelines and application form are available at www.fernie.ca and can also be picked up in hard copy at City Hall. The deadline for submission of completed application forms requesting funding for the 2016 fiscal year is Tuesday, May 31, 2016. Applications must be received at least two weeks prior to the date of the event. A second application intake may be offered later in 2016 if funding permits.

A Message fromPublic WorksThroughout the winter season Public Works crews spread winter sand onto roads and sidewalks to maintain safe conditions. Plowing the snow onto the boulevards causes an accumulation of sand and gravel that begins to appear on our lawns in the spring. We are asking for the public’s cooperation in cleaning up the winter sand by not distributing it from the boulevards onto the roadways. Instead please place debris from sand and grass piles into garbage bags for collection at the Annual Spring Cleanup held in May or deliver them to the Transfer Station. This would be very helpful in keeping our community clean and allow City resources to be used more efficiently. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!

IMPORTANT CHANGES to Waste RegulationBylaw No. 1845 coming soon!Plastic bags for residential curbside collection prohibitedThe Public is advised that as a result of continuing wildlife problems in our community, important changes to Waste Regulation Bylaw No. 1845 will come into effect soon. Amendments to the bylaw will require that all residential waste placed curbsidefor collection be in waste containers that conform to the following criteria:

(a) Maximum volume of 75 Litres (16.5 imperial gallons);(b) Maximum weight of 22.5 kilograms (50 pounds) when full;(c) Constructed of rigid plastic or non-corrosive metal;(d) Water tight cover;(e) Strong enough to withstand normal handling and lifting;(f) Opening that permits emptying with minimum

effort; and(g) Handle(s) that enable the container to be lifted and emptied safely by one person.

Placing waste in plastic bags for curbside collection will no longer be permitted. The bylaw provides a grace period up to May 31, 2016 for residents to obtain waste containers that meet the above criteria. In addition residents are reminded garbage should be kept in a secure location and must not be placed curbside until 5:00am the morning of collection.

Bylaw Enforcement will be patrolling neighborhoods and offenders could face fines. Residents with unused “Garbage Bag-Tags” may return them to City Hall after May 31, 2016 for a refund. For more information on waste regulations please visit the City’s website at www.fernie.ca or contact Bylaw Services at 250.423.2244 or [email protected].

NOTICE OF DISPOSITIONNotice of Disposition of Real Property Interests Being Disposed of by the City of Fernie

The City of Fernie hereby gives notice of its intention to dispose of its interests in land to 1059685 BC Ltd dba Lunchbox Fresh Market by way of issuance of a Licence of Occupation to operate an outdoor patio on a portion of the municipal road and/or sidewalk adjacent to the Lunchbox Fresh Market located at 561A – 2nd Ave. (Lot 6, Block 14, District Lot 4588, Kootenay District, Plan 734 for a fee of $10.00 per square meter, for a term of one (1) year.

Fernie City Council will consider the issuance of Licence of Occupation to the above business at the Regular Meeting of Council to be held in Council Chambers, City Hall, 501 – 3rd Avenue at 7:00PM on Tuesday, May 24, 2016.

For more information, please contact Corporate Administration Services at 250.423.6817 or via email at [email protected]

This is the first of two notices dated the 12th day of May, 2016.

INVITATION TO BIDBurma Road Lift Station ReplacementThe City of Fernie is accepting bids for the Burma Road Lift Station Replacement. Contract documents are available through BC Bid, City of Fernie website www.fernie.ca or at Urban Systems, Suite 204-625 Front Street, Nelson, BC.

Sealed tenders clearly marked “The Corporation of the City of Fernie – Burma Road Lift Station Replacement” will be received at the City Hall, 501 – 3rd Avenue, PO Box 190, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, before 2:00:00 P.M. local time on Tuesday May 24, 2016, Attention Dave Cockwell, A.Sc.T., Director of Operations.



district of sparwoodBox 520, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 Phone: 250.425.6271 | Fax: 250.425.7277 Email: [email protected]

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Upcoming Meetings of Council(in Council Chambers)

Monday, May 16 Regular Meeting at 7:00 pmMonday, May 30 Committee of the Whole Meeting at 1:00 pmMonday, June 6, Regular Meeting at 1:00 pm

BUILDING PERMITS & INSPECTIONSThe Planning department administers the Building and Zoning Bylaws and oversees building permits for new construction, renovations, alterations, additions, and changes in occupancy of existing buildings.The District would like to remind citizens that building permits ensure that the work is in compliance with all codes and safety standards. The work will be inspected by the District’s Building Offi cial. Our bylaws can be found online at www.sparwood.ca/bylaws. If you are unsure about whether a building permit is required, please contact the Planning Department at 250.425.6271.

Residential Spring CleanupBegins Tuesday May 24th

Any person wishing to take advantage of this service is required to register at the District Offi ce no later than Friday May 20th, 2016 and pay the required fee of $20.00. Seniors 65 and over receive this service free of charge. Please register in person at the District Offi ce or by calling 250.425.6271.**Limit of 1 Pickup Truck Load per household**All refuse including household furniture; white goods, metal and wood will be picked up including fridges, freezers or air conditioners. All refuse for disposal must be separated and placed just outside property line and piled in such a manner that it can be picked up with a loader. Small branches must be tied or secured in bundles.The following items WILL NOT be picked up:

* Trees and large branches * Vehicles * Construction refuse* Batteries * Oil or used oil fi lters * Tires over 16” in diameter

Special Wastes as defi ned by the Ministry of EnvironmentRecyclable material (must be taken to recycling depots)

ALL REFUSE MUST BE OUT BY 8:00AM ONTUESDAY MAY 24TH, 2016

Composting and Garbage Reminder

The District of Sparwood would like to remind those disposing of waste to please use the proper methods when doing so.Our compost sites, located in Sparwood Heights next to the ball fi elds and in lower Sparwood by the Fire Hall recycling area, are marked to ensure only admissible materials such as grass and leaves are being discarded there. Garbage, plastic bags, branches and trees are not to be dumped in the compost site as they cannot decompose with the appropriate items. Your yard waste should be in a compostable yard waste bag or left loose. If you use plastic bags, please empty at the receptacle. Litter Control Bylaw No. 421 helps keep our community and public areas clean.To report a possible violation or fi nd out more about your responsibilities, please contact Bylaw Services at 250.425.6271. Help us keep Sparwood attractive and safe!

Are you a responsible pet owner?Cleaning up after your dog is not only respectful to your neighbors and the community, it is the law and you could be subject to a $100 fi ne under the Animal Control Bylaw No. 821. The District would like to remind all dog owners to please clean up after your dogs, not only when using municipal parks, trails and cemeteries, but on municipal streets, sidewalks and neighbours’ lawns as well.Dogs are required to be leashed at all times when off their own property. The District is currently investigating options for an off-leash dog park, but until such time, leashes are mandatory. To report possible violations or fi nd out more about your responsibilities, please contact the Bylaw Enforcement Offi cer at 250.425.7718 or [email protected], or you can go online at www.sparwood.ca to Service Request.

Parking Safety ReminderIn order to provide the safest environment possible, the District would like to remind all motorists to be aware of where they can and cannot park their vehicle. Parked vehicles in a parking lot or on the road can be dangerous to both pedestrians (especially young children) and other vehicles alike. Motorists cannot always see pedestrians between the parked vehicles and they in turn may not see the driver approaching. The purpose of the Sparwood Traffi c, Parking and Highways Regulation Bylaw is to enhance public safety, enable traffi c fl ow and maintain community standards. Some of the prohibitions in the bylaw include:• Parking next to curbs that have been painted yellow;• Parking in disabled spots without the proper permit clearly displayed;• Parking in excess of 24 hours on public streets;• Parking further than 45cm from the curb; or • Parking within 6m of a fi re hydrant or crosswalk. If you wish to report a violation or fi nd out more about Sparwood’s parking regulations and fi nes, please contact the Bylaw Enforcement Offi cer at 250.425.6820 or by email at [email protected].

HOUSEHOLDHAZARDOUS

WASTE ROUND UPSaturday, May 28, 2016

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Sparwood Fire Hall #1, 479 Pine Avenue

Examples of products you can drop off that day include: aerosols (paint, oven cleaner, hair spray, etc.), fl ammable liquids (gas, nail polish remover, cleaning solvents, camping fuel, hair dye, etc), fl ammable solids (charcoal, wood putty, caulking, mothballs, waxes, etc), poisonous solids and liquids (herbicides, pesticides, mouse/rat poison, brake fl uid, photo developers, radiator fl ush, etc), mercury compounds (fertilizer, lamps, thermometers), corrosive (base) liquids and solids (carpet cleaners, drain openers, detergents, grout, fabric softeners, etc), corrosive (acid) liquids (rust remover, toilet bowl cleaners, CLR, etc), household batteries, PCB, light ballasts.For a full list of what you can and cannot drop off, please visit our website at www.sparwood.ca. Please review the list carefully and contact the RDEK’s Environmental Services Department at 250-489- 2791 or 1-888-478-7335 or via email at [email protected] if you have questions.

CELEBRATE BC MINING WEEKMay 8 – 14, 2016

The District of Sparwood is Proud to Salute all theMines in the Elk Valley

We recognize the on-going support that the mines provide to the community, not only by way of taxation and employment, but also by the support they give the community through donations, time and scholarships.Join Teck Coal for a free mine tour of one of their fi ve operations in the Elk Valley. Call the Chamber of Commerce at 250.425.2423 to book a tour.This is an opportunity to see where steelmaking coal comes from and to learn about mining from exploration to production to reclamation.


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By Bryn Catton Free Press Staff

In the early days of May, residents of the Elk Valley may have seen a red canoe

with a small golden dog curled up inside it being portaged or paddled along road and waterways. The canoe, and its pilots, Mike Ranta and Spitzii the dog, are on a cross Canada Journey to show support and appreciation for this countries veterans.

The trip started in Vancouver on Apr. 1 an will hopefully come to and end for the paddler on his 45th birthday on Sept. 29, in Cape Breton. The Free Press caught up with Mike Ranta and Spitzii on day 34 of the planned 108 day trip at the East Kootenay Motel in Fernie to talk about his trip and why he stops at every Legion possible to personally thank each veteran and get them to sign the wooden Canadian flag he travels with.

“I am going from Legion to Legion, when they are open of course, to try to get as many veterans to sign my canoe as possible,” said Ranta. “This way I not only get their signature to look at and draw some energy from, that good positive energy, but also to shake their hand and personally say thank you to our men and women.”

Another planned stop for the cross-country paddler is Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Ont., where he hopes to speak with a fellow canoe enthusiast, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau about his trip and his message.

“He seems like he is a guy that shows a little bit of love and compassion toward his country. Our last government was really detrimental to our veterans, shutting down all those offices and pretty much kicking a lot of them to the curb and making

laws so they cannot speak up for themselves. It was not Canadian,” said Ranta. “How can we call ourselves Canadians when the very people who protect our way of life are the ones who are suffering the most. We should be stepping up to help these people. They do not do it for the money; they do it for the love of our country. To me that is incredibly special.”

Although the practised paddler has only ventured across British Columbia, he has been impressed with what he has seen thus far.

“I cannot say enough about B.C. It has been a beautiful province. I am getting to the end of it and I know I am going to miss it,” he said. “Everyone has been so courteous and so kind, the generosity and hospitality have been second to none it is a beautiful part of our country and everyone should be very proud at the way they carry themselves out here.”

B.C. has also brought more walking than expected. According to Ranta, there has been more river swelling than he anticipated for this time of year.

“There has been a lot of walking, I anticipated some for sure but some of the rivers were swollen really early and there was a lot of driftwood coming down from previous fires,” he said. “It did hinder my paddling abilities to get into some of the rivers no doubt. All in all it has been a beautiful trip.”

One of the toughest stretches was when he bypassed Balsam

Pass, as he says it is very narrow. However, Ranta isn’t taking the easy way out.

“I opted for a little tougher route, going through the TransCanada Trail. I didn’t know how tough it was until I got there and realized it was snow covered. I had to drag my canoe on its belly for the better part of eight kilometres. That was an all day adventure, an excruciatingly tough day, especially with the rain and sticky snow.”

It is all worth it for Ranta. People that have stopped to offer food and drink or to speak with him have all seemed to understand

why he is doing the cross Canada trek.

“I think everyone can understand why I am doing it too. There are a lot of stats out there that are really appalling to me as a Canadian. Five per cent of our homeless people are veterans and some of the cutbacks that have been made have been taken from the most vulnerable veterans and it isn’t right,” he said. “We are Canadians. We take care of our own, especially those who take care of our very way of life. It is high time we stood up to take care of them when they come back from these high conflict

places. When they have issues we need to show them we have love and compassion, we need to show them we are there for them and they are not expendable so, to speak.”

When he gets service, Ranta posts regularly on his Facebook page - Mike Ranta’s Paddle. He also has a website, MikeRanta.ca where he has a live location track so people can follow his journey. Unfortunately, the paddler’s Spot locator has just broken, so pinpoint locations may be tough to see. The website also has videos, stories about the trip and donation information.

Canadian crosses country in canoe in honour of veterans

Mike Ranta stopped in Fernie last week on his way to Cape Brenton, N.S. Ranta is paddling across Canada to honour veterans. He is hoping to gather as many veteran signatures on his boat as possible along the way. Photo by B. Catton


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Do you know someone who is having a birthday this coming week?

Let us know who it is, and we will share it in next week’s edition!

Local BirthdaysMay 12th

Happy Birthday and Congratulations on New Job Taylor Hickey

May 13thHappy 13th Birthday Jasaed

Celebrity Birthdays

May 12th Tony Hawk, 48

May 13th Lena Dunham, 30

May 14thGeorge Lucas, 72

May 15thAndy Murray, 29

May 16th Janet Jackson, 50

May 17th Bob Saget, 60

May 18thTina Fey, 46

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Minister of Energy and Mines Bill Bennett, on behalf of Premier Christy Clark, will present the

family of Grasmere’s Lita Salanski with the province’s newest honour, the Medal of Good Citizenship, in recognition of the late woman’s contributions to her community.

The ceremony will be held at 2 p.m. at Triple Tree Ranch in Grasmere on May 14.

Launched in July 2015 by Premier Clark, the prestigious Medal of Good Citizenship recognizes individuals who, through exceptional long-term service, have made outstanding contributions to their communities without expectation of remuneration or reward. The medal reflects their generosity, service, acts of selflessness and contributions to community life. Nominations for the Medal of Good Citizenship are accepted year-round.

Salanski passed away in September 2015 and her legacy to her community will continue for future generations. The posthumous honour, to be accepted by her family, recognizes the impact she had on Grasmere, its ranching and farming community, educational infrastructure and spiritual foundation through her involvement with the Triangle Women's Institute (TWI), the B.C. Cattlemen’s Association, Canadian Council of Cattlemen, East Kootenay College Board, and the Grasmere United Church.

At the same time Salanski was adjusting to married life, raising a family and building and running a business, she became involved in the

many projects of the TWI. Her leadership skills along with her enthusiasm played a major role in TWI's success in bringing a modern highway, electric power and telephone to the isolated community of Grasmere. She spent countless hours writing letters, lobbying the government, knocking on doors and selling the idea that the residents of Grasmere were part of British Columbia and needed to have the amenities others took for granted.

She was passionate about the need for education and became a local school board trustee and later became the chairman of the board. Salanski was a founding member of the East Kootenay Community College board and later an honorary member of its board. She worked to improve the economy of the area through her involvement in local farming organizations, leading her to become the first female president of the B.C. Cattlemen’s Association. She also served on the Canadian Council of Cattlemen board.

Her service to her community extended to many other organizations like 4-H and the Grasmere United Church and she was instrumental in ensuring the congregation established a place of worship within the community.

“Lita Salanski was a force of nature and an inspiration to younger generations; her determination made life better in Grasmere and the East Kootenay,” said Bennett. “Between family life and tireless community work, hers was a life well lived and with this honour we celebrate all she has accomplished.”

Grasmere citizen to be honoured posthumously for contributions

By Andrea Horton Free Press Staff

May 4 was McHappy Day at McDonalds in Fernie and Cranbrook. The

restaurants were raising money for the Ronald McDonald House BC (RMHBC) located in Vancouver. The cost of the new BC House was almost $27 million. It was designed to make the house feel like a home.

This new house is the second largest in Canada and the fifth largest in the world. It is able to host larger families in an effort to keep the entire family together in their time of need.

Dean Juneau and his son Jonah have made use of the Ronald McDonald House in Vancouver and both were at McDonalds during the fundraiser.

“The Ronald McDonald House is not only a place to lay your head but also a place to lay your heart,” said Dean Juneau. “The Vancouver Ronald McDonald House is unique, it’s a brand new facility and the nice thing is it is right beside the hospital. It is literally on the property of the hospital and so when you come out of their doors you can walk right into your appointment, you don’t have to take a cab or have all the stress of being late. It is really phenomenal.”

The new Vancouver House opened in July 2014 and provides 2,500 families with a place to stay each year.

The funds raised at the Fernie location totaled $2,425.

McHappy Day at McDonalds

Jonah and Dean Juneau (frequent users of the Ronald McDonald House in Vancouver) with Mayor Mary Giuliano at the McHappy Day Fundraiser at McDonalds in Fernie on May 4. The fundraiser earned more than $2,000 for the charity. Photo by A. Horton

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A pancake breakfast was held on Mother’s Day, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Elkford

Community Conference Centre with all proceeds of the event going to support the Fort McMurray relief efforts.

“The tragedy in Fort McMurray is sad, terrifying, and the loss is astronomical, both physical and personal - our hearts go out to the families,” said Fundraising Coordinator, Josh Elvin. “There are people who live in the Elk Valley that work in Fort McMurray, are from there, [and] have family there. The motivation was simple.”

Elvin was not alone in the coordination efforts for the fundraiser. On May 5, Elvin, Kris Wilde, Marianne Stone and Debbie Tomich met at the Elkford Fire Hall to brainstorm fundraising options.

“It was decided that a pancake breakfast is the best way to bring people of the Elk Valley together to raise money for Fort McMurray. The planning took off, details worked out, and an army of volunteers were formed,” said Elvin.

According to Elvin, 38 volunteers helped serve the 500 people from the Elk Valley.

“The turn-out was phenomenal. There was approximately 1000 pancakes, 46 pounds of bacon, 55 lbs of sausage, and 45 dozen eggs that fed approximately 500 people. As a result, the Elk Valley Community raised $8642.45 through cash donations and donations in kind,” he said.

When asked if there was a secret to making and serving more than 1000 pancakes in three hours, Elvin believes it was “having a solid team working together, smiling, having fun, and working hard.”

The event was filled with positivity and had some residents of Fort McMurray in attendance.

“The people were happy, smiling, and said so many positive comments,” he said. “I met a family who lost everything. They stood up from their table, began crying, hugged me, and shook my hand. Their gratitude was obvious.”

Pancakes for Fort McMurray

Residents of Elkford hosted a pancake breakfast at the Community Conference Centre on Mother’s Day, with all of the proceeds going towards the Fort McMurray relief effort. Submitted photo


For several years, the District of Sparwood has been working toward starting a youth oriented

program. Recently, the Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) had formed the Basin Youth Network for adolescents aged 12-18. The trust aims to keep youth active and engaged, which enables communities to create community based youth networks and groups.

“We attempted to organize a youth group several years ago but did not have the staff nor financial resources to keep it going and unfortunately had to let it go,” said Sparwood’s Director of Community and Facility Services, Duane Lawrence. “Over the past three years we have been working with the CBT to access youth funding although the programs offered by the CBT at the time did not quite meet the needs of the Elk Valley.”

The CBT has allocated $4.65 million over three years to the Basin-wide youth network. The funding has re-energized Sparwood’s plans for a youth oriented program.

“This changed significantly with the latest CBT announcement of a new youth program and funding model,” said Lawrence. “CBT reached out to Sparwood in March inviting us to apply to this new program which Sparwood is now in the process of doing. This new

program is exactly what we were hoping for and we are very excited to be a part of this new opportunity for youth in Sparwood.”

Out of the annual $1.55 million, Sparwood has the opportunity to access up to $55,000 per year for three years as long as they meet funding requirements that are outlined by the CBT.

When asked about what kind of programs or plans Sparwood has for the grant Lawrence said that “it’s still a little premature for us to say what type of events or activities will result from accessing this program.” He went on to speak about the need for youth input to make a thriving program.

“This is a youth network that, to be successful, must have direct input from youth. What we hope to see is youth in Sparwood determining what they would like to see happen in Sparwood for their peers and help to make it happen,” Lawrence said. “All my experience working with youth tells me that for a program aimed at teens to be successful is that it must come from local youth first.”

The CBT has invited Fernie, Sparwood and Elkford to participate in the program. Sparwood will be hosting an information session on May 18 at the Leisure Centre. Lawrence encourages everyone to come to the session that is tentatively set for 7 p.m. RSVP to [email protected].

Funding for Youth Network in Sparwood


19471947Throwback ThursdayFERNIE HIGH SCHOOL The Fernie High School during

January and February will be preparing for the production of an operetta “The Gypsy Troubadour.” It is expected that this production will be given in the school gymnasium on Feb. 20 and 21. Geraldine Nicoletti, the school literary representative, is busy enlisting the co-operation of teachers and, most important of all, pupils.On Saturday of this week Eureka

Junior High basketball teams will visit Fernie. Games will be held in the school gym between 3 and 5 p.m. The girls’ basketball game will use American rules. The boys’ game will be as usual.After the basketball games the

girls’ team, the cheer gang and the social representatives will entertain the Eureka players at luncheon in the Home Economics Department.Later on in January or early in

February, Fernie will play return games at Eureka.The Fernie High School will issue

report cards on Feb. 3.

FERNIE BLUE BABYHOME AND WELL Our Fernie Blue Baby, little Faye,

the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Fleming, arrived home safely with her parents on Monday afternoon. The little girl appears to be in excellent health and is as bright as a dollar, snatched back as it were, from the very jaws of death, by Dr. G. W. G. Murray, a skilled surgeon of Toronto. The happy parents and child were met at the depot by a Rotary Committee consisting of Bill Emsley, Eggerton King, Jim White and Mayor Bert Hawkey. Bill Emsley, chairman of the Blue Baby committee, presented Faye with a very beautiful bouquet of � owers and put the party on an Arrow Taxi Cab for their home in West Fernie.The Rotary Club wish to earnestly

thank all those who contributed toward the worthy cause of the Blue Baby and they are particularly pleased with the work of the Toronto Rotary Club, that had charge of the case from the time of the child’s arrival in that city up until the party were placed on board a train headed for Fernie.

FERNIE GYRO JUVENILE HOCKEY TEAM Winners of East Kootenay Juvenile Hockey Championship and one of the

fastest hockey aggregations to ever represent Fernie.

FASHION SHOWAND TEA We are hearing a great deal of

chit chat these days about the forthcoming Rebekah Tea and Fashion Show. The fashion show is a new idea for Fernie—we hope it catches. Miss Copeman, of Trites-Wood Fashions, is enthusiastic and has brought back many new ideas from her trip to Toronto and Montreal. You may expect to see the latest tricks in hat and suitery—and I understand that matrons styling is not being neglected.It will be nice to see our own

girls modeling—to get in on style touches that are en mode and yet not too tricky for our own town. Be sure to be on time, too, as the shows are starting at 2:30 and 4:30 sharp. Between times you may relax over an excellent cup of tea and dainties—well, you know the kind our ladies always serve.By the way, men are not excluded,

and for those who enjoy helping the wife select her fripperies—well, here’s your chance. We think it will be an eye catcher.

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6-YEAR-OLD REACHES MOUNT HOSMER CAVE Among a group of ten Fernie

residents who climbed to the cave on the face of Mount Hosmer, Victoria Day, was a six-year-old lad, Barrie Quail. The altitude at this point is in the vicinity of eight thousand feet. His brother, Jon, ten years old, was also in the group.The party was led by Rudy Smolik

and Paul Kasmar, both of whom

visited the cave in 1933. At that time they discovered an old jar with names inscribed on a piece of paper therein. The earliest date recorded was 1911. Paul was accompanied by his wife on the 1947 trip, and the others were: Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Quail, Barry and Jon; Mr. and Mrs. Doug. Graham, Rudy Smolik and Miss Peggy Dryden.

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What’s on in the Elk Valley this week.

Mark Ferris Memorial Music Night at InfiniteaFri, May 13, 8:00 p.m.This special night at Infinitea is to celebrate Mark Ferris, a regular at Infinitea and a true music lover. All donations will be going towards the purchase of a guitar for Fernie Secondary School. The night will be run open mic/jam style.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Fernie Secondary School,Thu, May 12 & Fri, May 13, 7:00 p.m.

Creative Energy Arts Factory presents their Spring Production, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The performance starts at 7:00 p.m. on both nights at Traynor Hall Stage at Fernie Secondary School.

By Bryn CattonFree Press Staff

Over 400 tickets for the Creative Energy Arts Factory’s performance

of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream have already been sold. The May 12 and 13 evening shows are technically a sell out, according to Principal Director, Alana Rybar.

“We always find room for fans that show up at the door,” she said.

Doors will open at 6 p.m. at Traynor Hall and the performance will begin at 7 p.m. when the youth performers take the stage to use the medium of dance and song to tell the story of falling in love. Rybar thought this would be an enormous task and it was.

“I did adapt the comedy a bit so it would work with our studio and cast and audience, but my intention was to keep as close to the play as I could. That was tricky because we are using the medium of dance and song to

tell the story,” she said. “It was definitely one of the more challenging stories we have ever taken on in terms of story, staging and choreography. There were certainly more than a few rewrites and additions.”

According to Rybar, the most surprising aspect of the production is how the kids have embraced the story itself.

“Many people think Shakespeare is dead among youth but I always felt if you approach the material with enthusiasm and really engage the kids, they would embrace it. I’m glad to say I was right, and all the kids from ages three to 18 have done an amazing job of bringing this legendary comedy to life,” she said. “It’s a bit of a complicated story because of the three plot lines but they have had no problem. And like all Creative Energy Arts Factory shows it’s our special blend of comedy, performance art, theatre and dance.”

Selling out Shakespeare

Members of the Creative Energy Arts Factory are getting prepared to perform A Midsummers Night’s Dream this week. Submitted photo

12th annual Banner Project premiereBy Leah ScheitelFree Press Staff

There was a full house at the Fernie Arts Station on May 5 for the premiere of the 2016

Banner Project. Thirty-nine local artists were

featured on the banners and included a range of mediums, including oil painting, photography and watercolours. All of the work featured depicted local nature scenes of wildlife and the Rocky Mountains. Artists featured included Eleanor Cook, Bev Delyea, and Keya White. Irene Atkinson, 94, was the oldest artist to be featured in the project.

Terry Nelson and Donna Miller both spoke to the crowd in the foyer of the Arts Station before opening the gallery to the public. Once the doors opened, people funneled into the gallery, where they could purchase all of the banners at a cost of $100. They will receive the banners in two years time, after they spend one year on display in the downtown area and another on display

along Highway 3. Nelson, along wtih Lynda Hyde, helped

create the Fernie Banner Project over a decade ago as a way to encourage public art in Fernie.

The Banner Project is a neutral-budget

initiative, meaning the money earned from the sale of the banners is reinvested into the project, allowing it to continue. Roughly 30 artists per year for 12 years equates to 360 banners being made within the project’s lifetime.

A sample of the banners included in the 2016 Banner Project, which premiered on May 5 at the Arts Station. Photo by L. Scheitel


We need to switch off power in your area for about six hours while we conduct

system maintenance. To keep our crews and the public safe, power must be switched

off while we complete this important work.

Where: All of Elkford, including Highway 43 south, to Bursato Road.

When: Sunday, May 29, 2016

Time: 2 a.m. to 8 a.m. (MST)

To protect your equipment from damage during the outage, please turn off all lights,

electrical heaters, major appliances and unplug all electronics. We’ll restore power as

soon as we can.

Visit bchydro.com/outages or call 1 888 POWERON (1 888 769 3766) for more

information.

Power outage notice: planned maintenanceElkford

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You’re invited

We’ll be hosting a public meeting with representatives from BC Hydro, U.S. Army

Corps of Engineers and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to provide information

regarding Columbia Basin reservoir levels, fish operations and our programs and local

activities.

When: Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Doors open at 6 p.m. Presentations will begin at 6:30 p.m.

Where: Jaffray Community Hall, 7375 Jaffray Village Loop Road, Jaffray, B.C.

For more information, please contact Diane Tammen at 250 489 6862.

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The District of Sparwood held a forum to discuss the idea of a public boat launch in Sparwood

on May 4. The meeting had two objectives: to provide stakeholders with information on the boat launch initiative and to seek feedback on the potential environmental, economic and community impacts – both good and bad.

The meeting started with a brief history of the boat launch initiative by staff followed by BC Ministry of Forests, Lands, and Natural Resource Operations (FLNR) personnel providing information on the 2015 Kootenay Angling Management Plan (KAMP) and the general health and function of the Elk River for anglers.

There is currently a gap in the river system for the public to launch between Line Creek and Olsen’s Pit sites.

In a proposal by Fisheries Technician Joe Strong of FLNR, recommendations were made to improve boat access on the Elk River to make the upper reaches, which he defines as above Fernie, more accessible to boat anglers for a number of reasons.

“This would be beneficial in a number of ways: firstly, it would decrease the congestion of anglers in the Fernie area, making the angling experience more enjoyable, while reducing site specific pressure on fish populations. Secondly, additional launch sites would allow anglers access to areas of the Elk River which currently receive significantly lower angling effort, but maintain vibrant and productive fish populations; thirdly, improved access in upper portions of the watershed would effectively improve the distribution of anglers and river related tourism resulting in tangible benefits to other communities in the region,” Strong said.

The forum had 17 participants,

representing the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce, the Elk Valley Economic Initiative, Sparwood Fish and Wildlife, Teck, Angling Guides, Elk River Alliance, Sparwood Council, and the general public. According to Sparwood’s Manager of Planning, Nelson Wight, it was a good turn out that brought a range of perspectives and stakeholders together.

“I was really pleased with the turnout at the event, as there was representation from all the stakeholders from whom we were seeking input,” he said. “We heard from a range of perspectives from the angling community, who’s interested in having better access to the river for multiple recreation purposes, and those addressing the possible economic and tourism opportunities.”

There was discussion on many issues throughout the forum. According to Wight, staff will report the relevant themes of the discussions to the city in a future council meeting. He also welcomes continued input on the topic.

“There was great discussion on all the issues and I was encouraged to see the thoughtful participation of all who came. Over the coming weeks, we will compile those comments and capture the relevant themes that we can summarize in a future report to Council. We are continuing to solicit input from anyone with an interest in this topic,” he said.

Along with a summarization, council will receive a recommendation from staff advising to either go ahead with the planned boat launch or not.

“Furthermore, discussion on a possible location is also premature. In making our recommendation, however, we will endeavour to consider all the possible impacts — both positive and negative — to the environment, to the local and regional economy, and the local and regional community of users of this vital natural amenity,” Wight said.

Launching boat access in Sparwood

The spring craft fair was hosted at the Fernie Community Centre on Saturday afternoon, with numerous vendors selling a variety of homemade goods. Photo by B. Catton

Spring craft fair

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Eligible projects may include backcountry trail networks, swimming pools, ice rinks, curling arenas, sports fields, indoor & outdoor sports courts and parks.

Contact Rick Allen to discuss your project at 1.250.417.3665 or 1.800.505.8998.

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Deadline for this intake is Monday, July 11.

Did You Know?Top Ten Things Youth Need from Adults

East Kootenay Addiction Services Society has sponsored this column. The intent of this column is to provide information and to encourage healthy choices. Free, confidential services are available to anyone dealing with their own or someone else’s substance addiction or misuse. For more information contact 250-423-4423, 1-800-644-6144 or visit www.ekass.com

1. Know – Get to know us! Don’t make judgements or stereotypes based on an impression.

2. Trust – Recognize our wisdom and treat us with respect. Trust us to try it in our own way.

3. Believe – Believe in us and never, ever give up on us.4. Help – Provide help, support and guidance with

patience, care and love.5. Listen – Listen and value youth opinions and feelings.

Be our advocate and ally.6. Role Model – Be a positive role model. Be trustworthy,

honest, fair and dependable.7. Provide – Provide job opportunities.8. Make time – Make time for us.9. Work – Work with us in partnership. Have fun and

teach us what you know.10. Play – Provide a range of opportunities that are safe

and playful and help us make a difference.

Information obtained from Challenge Day: Next step to being the change. Community workshop: www.challengeday.org

Call the Library at 250-423-4458 or check our website for details at

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The Fernie Judo Club ended their competitive season this past weekend by traveling to

Raymond Alberta and participating in the annual ‘Katsuta Kup’ judo tournament. With close to 200 competitors from Alberta attending, each of the eight Fernie competitors came home with medals.

Fernie provincial team member Kara Goodman will end her judo season on May 13 and 14 when she competes in the Canadian Judo Championships being held in Calgary, Alta.

The Fernie Judo Club will resume their training activities in September when they will celebrate their 30th year of offering recreational and competitive training of the Olympic sport of judo to the community.

Little soccer stars practice rain or shine

Teams from the Fernie Youth Soccer Association were out practicing despite the rainy weather on Monday evening. Ten teams were practicing their ball handling skills at the fields behind Isabella Dicken Elementary School, including The Green Apples (left) and The Purples (right). Photo by B. Catton

Fernie Judo Club wraps up 29th season

The Fernie Judo Club celebrates the end of another successful season. Submitted photo


withMLABill Bennett

about the Minimum Wage in BC

1. The government will be raising BC’s minimum wage for a sixth time since 2011, bringing it to $11.25 in 2017.

2. This increase marks an overall boost of 39% in the minimum wage over the past five years, and will mean an additional $1,400 per year in the pockets of full-time workers receiving this wage.

3. With the increase, BC is also projected to have the third highest minimum wage in Canada.

Bill BennettMLA, Kootenay Eastwww.billbennettmla.bc.ca

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• If you haven’t received confirmation of your registration by May 17 please contact [email protected]

Talk to your friends and neighbours about having a sale!The more garage sales there are in one street, the better.

If you don’t have a garage, why not share with a friend that does?

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Sign up to join other towns-people on Saturday May 28 for some Elk Valley Garage Sale fun! Held in Fernie, Sparwood and Elkford. All proceeds go to Outdoor Connections to help support outdoor education for the youth of the valley. Please go to Connectoutdoors.ca for moreinformation about this great Non-profit organization. Registration deadline to get your info onto the map isMay 16, if you miss it don’t worry, you can still donate and be part of the festivities.

PLUS fun for the kids!Where: Beside the Aquatic Centre

What: Kids activities, bouncy castle and face painting

Rotary club makes donations

Last week, the Fernie Rotary Club made donations to local groups. Above: Rotary member Dave Penner, Evelyn Cutts, Rotary president, and Patty Vadnais, Chamber of Commerce executive director, present a cheque for $1,350 to Grace and Janice Brulotte along with Stephanie Rogers in support of the Fernie Adaptive Snow Program. Below left: Fernie Trails Alliance representative John Shaw accepts a $1,000 cheque from Rotary executive members Aysha Haines and Evelyn Cutts from the 2015 Rotary Travel Lottery. Below right: Evelyn Cutts and Patty Vadnais donate $1,350 from the sale of Griz Pins to Major James Hägglund of the Salvation Army in support of the Fernie Food Bank. Submitted photos


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Your wife, sons and grandchildren always talk about the happy times.

Th e jokes you told. We miss you everyday & every moment for ever in our hearts.

Nono come home we miss you,Love the family

Love In Memory of Francesco Scarpelli

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(formerly Fernie Baptist Church)

1622 10th Avenue, Fernie250-423-4112

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Sunday Services10:00 am in Fernie

10:00 am in SparwoodContact Pastor Shawn Barden

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250-425-7787Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC)

Services: Sunday 10:00 amWednesday Bible Study: 6:47 pm

Everyone Welcome

Pastor: Rev. R.G. (Ross) Powell

HOLY FAMILY PARISHCatholic Church

521 4th Avenue, FernieParish Office 250-423-6127

Masses: Tues. 9:00 am Wed. at Rocky Mtn Village 11:00 am Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am

Confessions: Before 5:00 pm Mass on Saturday or by appointment

Father Marcel Cote

ELK VALLEY

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ST. MICHAEL’S PARISHCentennial Square, Sparwood

YOU ARE INVITED!Mass Times:

Saturdays: St. Michael’s ~ 7:00 pmSundays: St. Michael’s ~ 11:00 am

St. Bernard’s Mission, Elkford ~ 4:00 pmFridays: Lilac Terrrace ~ 11:00 am

Confessions:Following each mass, or by appointment.

Pastor: Father Marcel Cote250-425-6444

741B 2nd Ave.Fernie

SNOW VALLEY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

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Monday Mens Fellowship...7 pmSunday Worship & Children’s

Ministry...10:30 amFriday Youth Group...7 pm

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KNOX UNITED CHURCH201 2nd Avenue, Fernie

Sunday Services10:00 am

Everyone welcome.

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YOU ARE WELCOME AT KNOX!

WELCOMES YOUSunday Meeting

Morning Services - 11:00 amCorps Officers:

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ELKFORD ALLIANCE CHURCHYou Are Welcome Here!

Sunday Service 10:30 am250-865-2612

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1803 Alpine Drive, ElkfordPastor Adam Gauthier

REGIMBAL-GARLOCK:With overwhelming heartache and sorrow, we announce the death of Raven Leigh Regimbal-Garlock. Raven died suddenly at the University Hospital in Edmonton, AB on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 at the age of 25. Raven is lovingly survived by her precious daughter Mikaela Garlock; parents Christy Williamson-Regimbal and Ray Regimbal; sisters Jessalyn, Brittani, and Brooklyn; grandparents Dennis & Julie, Roland & Mable, Sharon, Pat, and Linda; aunts and uncles: Cari (Erik), Jason (April), Jon, Renee (Claude), Richard (Rosita), and Ryan (Angela), and her best friend and partner, Aaron Rowlinson as well as many cousins, extended family members and wonderful friends. She was predeceased by her birth mother, Robin Ann Ford.Born in Dawson Creek, BC on April 8, 1991, Raven moved to Fernie with her parents in 1997. In 2009 she graduated from Fernie Secondary and went on to pursue her degree in Business Administration, and just recently, had been accepted into the Care Aid program.When diagnosed with heart problems discovered during her pregnancy, Raven, with her “tough-as-nails” attitude and determination, confronted her life’s challenges head on and persevered in true Raven style. Though petite in stature, Raven was a force to be reckoned with! “And though she be but little, she is fierce!”Raven embraced life! She loved anything outdoors; hunting, bow shoots with Mikaela and quad rides, but she especially enjoyed mud bogging! Quality time spent with family and friends was always a priority in her life. Above all else, Raven was a loving and attentive mother to Mikaela. Together they spent evenings snuggling in their pj’s, watching their favorite movies. She was also a very proud dance mom, attending every recital. Mikaela’s greatest cheerleader, Raven encouraged, supported and loved her daughter with her whole being.Raven will be forever remembered for her zest for life, her beautiful, sparkling blue eyes, and her radiant smile. “In the midst of Winter I found there was within me an invincible Summer”.Memories & condolences shared at www.cherishedmemoriefs.com Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.

Thank you so much to everyone for your thoughtful expressions of sympathy in the loss of our

dear Mom, Nanny, Great Nanny, Sister & Aunty, Mavis Kichler.

We enjoyed every visit, hug, dinner & drink, fl owers, cards and calls. You all sure know how to

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Job Title: Meat Manager Employment Status: Full-time permanentCompany: Fernie Your Independent GrocerAddress: 1792 A 9th Avenue, Fernie, BC V0B 1M5Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for the day to day management of all aspects of the Meat department including: ordering, merchandising, customer service and labour schedulingTo cut meat in compliance with the store’s cutting standardsPromote and support superior customer relations in a professional mannerPromote and increase sales through effective merchandising techniques, suggestive selling and attractive product presentationEnsure that department budgets are met through efficient operation of the Meat department (includes gross profit, wage cost, operational expenses and inventory) are maintainedProvide direction and support to Meat staff as necessaryAdhere to company standards and ensure that company policies and procedures are followedResponsible for all aspects of Employee relations including, Interviewing, Hiring, Training and the on-going Development and Motivation of the teamAdhere to strict cleaning schedule ensuring a high level of cleanliness and sanitation standardsOther duties and responsibilities as assigned

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Sutcliffe FarmsCreston, BC

Place your orderto ensure availability

Pickup locationright at the farm!

1252 Indian Road(off Lower Wynndel Rd)

[email protected]

250-428-2734

Heavy Duty Machinery

Wanted:Will pay cash forconstruction equipment, back-hoes, excavators, dozers, (farm tractors w/loaders)1985 or newer. Skid steers, wheel loaders, screeners, low beds, any condition running or not. 250-260-0217.

Misc. for SaleREFORESTATION NURSERYSEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts orlandscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free Shipping. Replacement guarantee.1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca

Misc. Wanted999 COINS & BARS.

250-864-3521,I want to buy the coincollection also buying

everything gold or silver. Todd’s Coins 250-864-3521


Professional/Management



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1 & 2 Bedroom UnitsFurnished & Unfurnished

For more information call250-423-1358

Apartments for Rent

1422 & 1462 – 6th Avenue, FernieLocated behind the Best Western

From $695 per month

Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent

Live in scenic &

peaceful Elkford

ALDERWOOD PLACE

Comfortable apartment units

1 Bdrm - $775 (& up)-month2 & 3 Bdrm - $850 (& up)-month

Includes: covered parking, sauna, heat, lights & hot water

1-250-865-7695

Sparwood, B.C.

PINEWAY COURT

Apartment Units• Close to downtown

• Affordable• Hot water included

• Your new home!

1 Bdrm plus den $775 (& up) month

2 Bdrm plus den $850 (& up) month

250-425-9912

SPARWOOD, B.C.Quiet • Comfortable • Affordable

GOLDEN OAK

GARDENS1 Bdrm - $775 (& up)- month2 Bdrm - $850 (& up)- month

Hot Water Included

Walking Distance to Mall

250-865-2722

2 bed 1 bath condos in Sparwood Heights for rent.Furnished and unfurnished units. $600-$1000 no pets

Call Rick 250-425-5432

Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent

Scenic Downtown Elkford

Spacious NEW apartments

1 Bdrm - $775 (& up)-month

2 & 3 Bdrm- $850 (& up)- month

Includes heat, lights, & hot water

250-865-2722

ALPINE COURT

2 Bedroom Furnished Condo for rent in

Sparwood HeightsIncludes fridge, stove,

washer/dryer, storage area, use of exercise room &

sauna. No Smoking, No Pets.

$800 per month, Heat included

Available immediately Call 250-423-1224 /

250-423-3598

Newer condos in Sparwood Heights 2 bed/2 bath units are $1050. per month. 2 bed/1 bath units $1000. per month. These units are in a new com-plex. New stainless steel appli-ances, granite counters, in suite washer/dryer. Building comes with an elevator and on site storage unit. No smoking or pets allowed. References required. (Utilities not includ-ed) Call Rick at 250-425-5432 or Erin at 250-425-7711

PineCrest ApartmentsSparwood BC

Move in special - receive $300 after 3 months.

- some conditions apply. We have a one and two bedroom in newly renovated building.

Some furnished suites with all new furniture. Pet friendly (some conditions apply)

$725 to $895.Contact Manager

778-518-2253or view at

www.glprentals.com

Sparwood 1 bdrm condo, @ Mtn. Air Chalets - furn or not

inc util, W&D, w/deck, no pets, $600 + DD Call 403-616-6467

or 403-474-3926.

Modular Homes14’ wide Mobile Home for Rent

3 bedrooms, all appliancesCall Abe at 250-423-1520

Sparwood - Several Mobile Homes for rent $400 - $1000

per month. Utilities not included.

Please contact [email protected] call 250-425-7711 for more

information.

Apt/Condo for Rent Apt/Condo for Rent

Rentals

Homes for Rent

Furnished and Unfur-nished Properties for rentin Sparwood and ElkfordContact Tammie Davy with Custom Real Estate and Property Management at 250-425-2968 or log on to www.elkvalleylistings.ca for

more information.

House for Rent - Elkford3 bedroom house with

detached double garage, fenced yard, 1.5 bath. Available immediately.

$1300/month plus damage deposit. Dogs allowed.

Call 250-425-3857

Rentals

Homes for RentSPARWOOD, 2-storey, 3-bdrm townhouse for rent w/full basement, close to school & rec centre. (250)[email protected]

Storage

SELF STORAGE: Personal & commercial. Call

Finnigan’s Storage. 250-423-3308 or 250-423-1236

STORAGE PLUS: Bays heated or cold & service bays with air, minor repairs.250-423-7492.

Transportation

Auto Accessories/Parts

For Sale3 Soft tops for a tracker

$250 for all 3 250-423-6591

Cars - Domestic1987 Jaguar XJS V12original condition, new tyres & brakes, in good running condition, 700 R4 transmis-sion.

$4,500 oboCall 250-425-3857

Transportation

Recreational/Sale

2006 PROWLER30ft. Travel Trailer 1 Pull Out

$14,000250-423-7945

2013 Arctic Cat Prowler HDX 700 cc efi , side by side, 500 kms, in new condi-tion, with sport club trailer, winch, canvas top and back window, rearview mirror.

Asking $13,000 oboCall 250-425-3857

Transportation

Boats

World’s Finest FISHING BOATS

Weldcraft, Hewescraft,Lund, Godfrey Pontoons

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Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd. &

Cherished Memories Crematorium Ltd.

John & Lynda GawrylukCertified Funeral Directors

"Your Loved One Never Leaves Our Care"Phone: 250-423-7944

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PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORYCall 250-423-4666 or email [email protected]

• Affi davits

• Wills

• Contracts

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Business: (250) 425-2114

Fax: (250) 425-2204

Toll Free: 1-800-668-7729

Email: [email protected]

P.O. Box 1886114 Centennial SquareSparwood, BCV0B 2G0

FERNIE BOTTLE DEPOTTuesday - Saturday10am-5pm1291 Ridgemont Ave.Phone: 250-423-2009

We take electronics andensure they are recycled safely. Jacob MacDonald

[email protected]

DJ Services covering the Elk Valley

• Weddings• Parties• Events

*Custom Framing of Art & Needle Art*Certifi ed Professional Framer*YOU NAME IT ~ WE FRAME IT!*28 years serving the Elk Valley

Phone: 1-888-649-5577All framing services [email protected]

Coalminer’s Gallery & Picture Framing Ltd.

ROCK from the historicMorrisey Quarry

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Call George 250-423-7040or e-mail: [email protected]

Wilson’s Drill & Blast Service

ALL SIZES AVAILABLE!

Complete, Partial and Immediate

Denture.Emergency Repairs,

Relines and Sport Mouthguards.

OVER 10 YEARSEXPERIENCE.

302A 2nd Avenue,Fernie, BC V0B 1M0

250-423-7236

After hoursappointments

available.No charge

consultation.

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Fernie has just become home to The Little Cabin Company, a manufacturer

of little cabins. The Free Press spoke with Jude Smith, Fernie resident and part owner of the business. According to Smith, the company idea came from Europe’s Glamping- glamour camping – culture.

“The initial idea came from

the glamping concept in Europe which has consistently been the fastest growing sector of the vacation market for almost a decade. We see a huge opportunity for the sector here as well,” he said. “Essentially it is ‘glamorous camping’. So, you leave for the weekend and all you need is a change of clothes, no tent, no sleeping bag or anything like that. You stay in a little cabin with a bed and electricity. It's

comfortable but you still have that close connection to the great outdoors.”

Interest in the buildings is from more than just the weekend glampers. Smith says the product is used for a variety of purposes.

“It is very versatile and can be used for additional office space, a kids playroom, a yoga studio,” he said.

According to Smith, small cabins are the goal of The Little Cabin Company, allowing units to be constructed without a building permit the majority of the time. All of the cabins are under 104 square feet, allowing them to be built without needing a building permit. Smith does recommend checking on specific zoning bylaws before constructing a cabin to be aware of any zoning constraints.

The Little Cabin Company has one model so far – The Cobby. But, according to Smith, it is not a one size fits all option.

“The shell of The Cobby can be easily increased in size and we can also produce them plumbed with a washroom. We see

campgrounds perhaps taking six or seven units and using one as a washroom,” he said. “In terms of developments, we are currently in the process of finalizing details with a solar supplier so we will have an "off-grid" solution soon and we are also looking at The Cobby's big brother and little sister.”

The Cobby is built to provincial and national building codes and Smith says, “it is highly insulated and requires minimal energy to heat. It can also be

plugged directly into a standard power supply. It is delivered fully assembled and can be installed very quickly without the need for poured foundations. We estimate around two to four hours for installation.”

For power The Cobby plugs directly into a standard power supply. For more information or for the chance to visit a cabin built by The Little Cabin Company, visit their Facebook page or their website, at Thelittlecabincompany.com.

The Little Cabin Company: Tiny cabins for big adventures

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Jude Smith, Ian Larsen, Steve Whelan and Rachel Cline of The Little Cabin Company, hope to bring glamorous camping to the Elk Valley.

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PUZZLE NO. 820

HOW TO PLAY :Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: You must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column, or 3x3 box.

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YOUR HOROSCOPEfor the week of

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ACROSS1. Small bit5. Reserved8. Love seat12. Catholic leader13. Prompt14. Not tame15. Carryall16. Glazed18. Male monarch20. Lessens21. Agree24. Chew the ____ (gab)25. Hammerhead, e.g.26. Throb30. Flat-faced dog31. “____ and Peace”32. Farm enclosure33. Large turtle36. In advance38. Kindled39. Salespeople40. Slow-moving mollusk43. Leafy veggie44. Place of origin46. Specks50. Completed51. Miniature52. Prepare for press53. Prospects for gold

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ANSWER/LAST WEEK - PUZZLE NO. 819

ARIES (March 21 - April 19)You must keep your emotions out of the negotiating process in order to be successful. And to avoid problems, follow laws and regulations to the letter.

TAURUS (April 20 - May 20)There’s lots of work on the agenda; you don’t have a second to spare at the of� ce. In addition, your health may not be optimal and so you need to rest to regain your energy.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 21)You are proud of yourself after ac complishing a brilliant feat. You discover new talents you never knew you possessed. Your family may cause you a bit of stress.

CANCER (June 22 - July 22)You spend lots of time at home, where you can � nd a wall or two to paint or some sort of work to be done. You may also decide to move on the spur of the moment.

LEO (July 23 - August 22)You have a lot to talk about. What’s more, if you’re keeping a secret, you may have trouble holding your tongue, or you let it out with a Freu dian slip.

VIRGO (August 23 - September 22)This is an excellent week to se riously consider buying or selling a property. You are surprised to realize that you have the means to ful� ll your ambitions.

LIBRA (September 23 - October 22)Everything advances at lightning speed this week. You settle a lot of things and you manage to reach people easily. You are surprised how quickly people return your calls.

SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21)Your imagination knows no bounds and you bring to life a great masterpiece. You may also go to a show that really impresses you.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 - December 21)Expect to receive lots of invitations from your friends. It seems as though you always have someone to talk to, and you may also at tend several large gatherings.

CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 19)Your career takes off, as you have the audacity to make some really re volutionary suggestions. You could also start your own business.

AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18)People want to con� de in you. You may have to decipher a message in another language, or perhaps a cryptic comment made by your lo ved one.

PISCES (February 19 - March 20)Your emotions are running high and you may weep tears of joy. One of your children accomplishes some thing special, such as lear ning to walk.


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