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Safer roads for Elk Valley, South CountryBy Katelyn DingmanFree Press Staff

A new high-tech wildlife detec-tion system will be intro-duced in the East Kootenays

as part of the B.C. government’s new 10-year transportation plan titled B.C. on the Move.

Over the next three years, the government plans to invest $75 million in a new Road Safety Improvement Program, part of the “Improving Highway Safety” section of B.C. on the Move, which will include the wildlife detection system.

The hope of this detection system is to find an effective technology

solution that will reduce the number of wildlife incidents. The system would warn motorists about the potential for collisions beforehand.

“Two wildlife detection systems will be installed this summer on Highway 3 between Cranbrook and Sparwood, in the highest wildlife collision areas on the corridor,” said Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett. “The success of this new technology will be monitored to determine future locations to expand these systems in the East Kootenays to further ensure driver safety.”

RCMP Staff Sgt. Lorne Craig said he believes the incorporation of this technology will benefit the Elk Valley.

“We do get a fairly large number of motor vehicle versus wildlife crashes in our area just due to the large population of deer and elk,” Craig said. “Anything that can reduce vehicle crashes and reduce injuries to the motoring public is a benefit.”

Along with the wildlife detection system, resurfacing projects between Cranbrook and the Alberta border will also take place this season, including the resurfacing of the 12 kilometers of highway between Elko and the Elko tunnel.

As part of B.C. on the Move, the 10-year transportation plan will also entail the continued expansion of Highway 3 passing lanes from east

of Cranbrook to the Alberta border.“The actions prioritized in B.C. on

the Move will enhance safety, grow the economy, maintain and replace aging infrastructure and support trade for B.C.’s expanding resource sectors through Canada’s Asia-Pacific Gateway,” the BC Liberal Government Caucus press release read.

The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTI) plans to invest a total of $2.5 billion over the next three years to improve British Columbia’s transportation network.

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Hywel Davies was the winner of Retro Weekend’s dance-off at Fernie Alpine Resort. For more photos and the full story turn to page 2. Photo by S. Kucharski

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School District 5 looks to replace two Elk Valley schoolsBy Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

During the last School District No. 5 (SD5) board meeting, Board Chair Frank Lento

requested the board explore replacing Frank J Mitchell E l e m e n t a r y School (FJM) in Sparwood as well as Isabella Dicken E l e m e n t a r y School (IDES) in Fernie.

Due to aging infrastructure and space limitations, Lento said he hopes to replace both schools in the future, and it was decided during the board meeting that Lento would explore a blueprint and business plan for the schools replacement.

“Isabella Dicken was built in 1964 and there’s three portables there,” Lento said. “It’s over-utilized and it’s

an old, old building [so] we want to pursue that.”

Currently there are 350 students enrolled in Kindergarten through Grade 6 at IDES, while FJM educates 357 students between Kindergarten

and Grade 6.Built around 1970,

Lento states, “It’s another old building in the valley,” of the Sparwood elementary school.

“We’ve got some [schools] here in the valley that we want to get replaced,” Lento added, noting that as of now the boards priority is to replace Mount Baker Secondary School in

Cranbrook.He stated that the request during

the board meeting was simply for information, adding, “There’s nothing to report at this time, I just asked for that information.”

“Isabella Dicken was built in 1964 and

there’s three portables there. It’s over-utilized

and it’s an old, old building [so] we want

to pursue that.”

Frank LentoSchool District No. 5

Board Chair

Dancing back to the future at FAR

By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

The Fernie Alpine Resort danced the decades away during its Retro Weekend on Saturday, March 21. The

event invited skiers and snowboarders to get decked out in the most outrageous fashion choices the ‘80s had to offer and hit the Griz Bar dance floor.

A DJ was on hand to spin favourites from the ‘70s and ‘80s, while contestants

took part in a dance-off with Hywel Davies being declared the winner.

FAR Events Coordinator Jeni Pearson said that the event had to be played by ear this year due to the rainy weather outside that cancelled the day’s scheduled beer garden.

Amid costume contests and dance-offs, the 4th official Hot Tub Time Machine celebration kept the party going late into the evening.

Rocswell DJ set the mood during the Fernie Alpine Resort Retro Weekend on Saturday. Photo submitted by Fernie Alpine Resort

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What’s cooking during Lilac Terrace renovations?


The District of Sparwood has agreed to allow Lilac Terrace to utilize the Sparwood Pool & Leisure Centre’s kitchen for a reduced subsidy while they undergo renovations.

The renovations at Lilac Terrace for their expansion project will affect their kitchen for four to six weeks (from late April to early June) but meals for residents as well as its ongoing Meals on Wheels program will continue.

The Leisure Centre currently charges $109.31 per day for non-commercial groups to rent their kitchen but will be allowing Lilac Terrace to use the area for $40 per day.

The kitchen rental subsidy from council has approved at a rate of up to $2911.02 for Lilac Terrace, which will be considered an additional donation to the expansion project.

Lilac Terrace has agreed that their rental period will not interfere with existing bookings at the Leisure Centre and they will find alternate facilities if required.

The total cost of the subsidized portion of the rental will be allocated to the public health fund.

Staff have been granted access to Sparwood Pool & Leisure Centre’s kitchen while Lilac Terrace renovations are underway. Photo by S. Kucharski


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About the New Minimum Wage

1. On September 15, the regular minimum hourly wage will increase to $10.45 per hour and to $9.20 per hour for liquor servers.

2. The new minimum wage will be indexed to the B.C. Consumer Price Index. When the consumer price index rises, so will the minimum wage.

3. Results of our B.C. Jobs Plan speak for themselves. B.C.’s unemployment rate is consistently below the national average, and B.C.’s average hourly wage is nearly $25 and almost $15 for youth. Wages are trending in the right direction – upwards.

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Five new directors join Columbia Basin Trust


The Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) has seen an update to its Board of Directors, welcom-ing five new members to its staff.

With the exception of John Dooley of Nelson, who will serve a three-year term, the newest additions to the board were taken on two-year terms. Among them is Larry Binks of Creston, Loni Parker of Revelstoke, Vickie Thomas from Aq’am and Jeannette Townsend of Valemount.

One of the departing directors, Cindy Gallinger, was from Elkford.

“We wish to welcome our new board members and thank all departing members who have helped bring the Trust to

our current position of strength,” said Greg Deck, CBT Board Chair in a release. “It’s not easy finding the right combination of skills and personal attributes that allows us effectively to serve residents and oversee our investments and delivery of benefits to our communities — and

we’ve been lucky to benefit from such a team both in the past and moving forward.”

Returning directors include Wendy Booth of Fairmont Hot Springs, Gord DeRosa of Trail and Rick Jensen from Cranbrook who was also appointed vice-chair.

The 12-member board is appointed by the provincial government and meets throughout the year in communities in the basin to

decide on the CBT’s range of services, programs, initiatives and financial investments.

“We wish to welcome our new board members and

thank all departing members who have helped bring the

Trust to our current position of strength.”

Greg DeckColumbia Basin Trust Board Chair

Columbia Basin Trust’s Board. Back row (left to right): Rick Jensen, Kim Deane, Gord DeRosa, Larry Binks, Greg Deck. Front row (left to right): Am Naqvi, John Dooley, Wendy Booth, Vickie Thomas, Laurie Page, Loni Parker, Jeannette Townsend. Submitted photo


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Springing into tick season earlyBy Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

Due to the mild weather creep-ing up in the Elk Valley, residents should also exer-

cise more caution about other things creeping about — ticks.

Interior Health (IH) has warned that with the early arrival of spring, residents are more likely to be spending their time outdoors and should take necessary precautions to avoid tick bites.

“Ticks are most often found in tall grass and wooded areas, so covering up before you head outdoors and checking for ticks on yourself, your children and your pets after being outdoors are simple things that go a long way to prevent tick bites,” said Gwen Barker, communicable disease specialist with IH.

The wood tick is the most common species in the interior region and does not share the Lyme disease bacteria that its coastal counterparts are more likely to carry. However, the wood tick can have toxins that cause temporary muscle weakness

and paralysis if attached for several days. Fever, headache, muscle pain and rash are also common symptoms of tick-borne infections.

“Most tick bites do not result in illness, however, all tick bites should be cleaned, as infection can occur whenever there is a break in the skin,” said Barker. “It is important to watch for signs of tick-transmitted illnesses. Anyone who experiences a bull’s-eye rash or other symptoms should see a doctor as soon as possible.”

Residents are advised to walk on cleared trails when in tall grass or wooded areas, tuck pant legs into socks or boots, apply insect repellant and shower when returning from areas where ticks may live.

When removing a tick, wear gloves and use needle-nose tweezers to gently remove the tick without crushing it so as to avoid its stomach contents being injected into your skin. Clean and disinfect any tick bite area with soap and water.

For more information on ticks visit HealthLink BC at www.healthlinkbc.ca/healthfiles/hfile01.stm

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Elkford leads way in Columbia Basin climate adaptation By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

An initiative to address climate adap-tation in the Columbia Basin has come to an end with the District

of Elkford being recognized for its cooper-ation with the program.

Since 2008, the Columbia Basin Trust’s Communities Adapting to Climate Change Initiative (CACCI) has helped 14 Basin communities and supported over 30 projects to pioneer work on climate adaptation.

“We wish to thank all the communities, individuals and organizations that helped make CACCI a success,” said Neil Muth, Columbia Basin Trust president and CEO. “Not only have the efforts improved the resilience of participating communities, but they have been recognized provincially, nationally and internationally for their innovation and achievements.”

Elkford was the first municipality in the province to address climate adaptation in its Official Community Plan (OCP) and has

also created a bylaw that reflects changes in storm water flows due to climate conditions.

Their innovative approach even landed the district in the United Nations guidebook for assessing various climate adaptation options.

“By working with CACCI, we have developed three goals when it comes to managing storm water,” said Dean McKerracher, mayor of Elkford, in a release. “The first is to reserve and improve the environment and natural resources for present and future generations. The second is to reduce the risk of health hazards, loss of life and property damage. The third is to conserve social and financial resources by treating storm water as a resource rather than a waste product.”

Though CACCI has reached completion, the Trust said it will continue to work on building awareness, providing information and supporting science and tools to help communities in the basin adapt to climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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Help us bring outdoor enjoyment to those in need

The Fernie Family Housing Society is a non-profit, charitable society that provides affordable housing to low-income seniors, families and people with disabilities.

In 2006 we remodeled an extended care facility (The Tom Uphill Memorial Home) and created 25 affordable apartments for low-income seniors and those with disabilities who formerly resided elsewhere in the Elk Valley. The extended care facility is now known as Tom Uphill Manor. We don’t receive any government subsidy for the operation of this building. Subsequently all operating expenses and building upkeep must be financed through the rents, which are paid by our low-income residents. Each year, our organization manages to maintain the low rents for some of the seniors in the community. Without donations from generous individuals like you this would not be possible. Donations help our organization and benefit the community in which we serve.

We would like to make further improvements to Tom Uphill Manor within our gardens and landscaping. We are therefore hoping that we can obtain financial support from businesses and individuals in the Elk Valley to make this necessary project possible. By having these gardens to tend to it helps to get the senior residents outside for some much-needed sunshine and exercise. After the long Fernie winters, planting and tending gardens is a much-needed respite for the majority of the tenants at Tom Uphill Manor.

For this reason we are approaching you to see if you would help us further our efforts with a tax deductible donation of $100 cash. Or we

could use an in-kind donation of gardening materials, topsoil, garden decorations, solar garden lights, flowering baskets or any type of plants or flowers. We are also looking for in-kind donations of a hedge trimmer, and for four benches or a picnic table. We promise that we will not be telephoning you but we do hope that you will respond positively to our written request. Remember that your gift may be tax-deductible. Your generous donation will be recognized in our gardens on our donors post and will be acknowledged through promotional announcements.

For more information, please contact me at (250) 278-3347 or by email at [email protected]

Thank you for taking our request into consideration and we look forward to hearing from you.

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During the most recent School District No. 5 (SD5) meeting, board members discussed replacing Isabella Dicken Elementary School (IDES) in Fernie and Frank J Mitchell Elementary School (FJM) in Sparwood. After posting a story about the closure of these schools on Facebook, we received a lot of feedback from the public.

Local residents raised concern over space limitations in the schools and questioned why, if there was limited space to begin with were two schools that used to operate in Fernie closed down? Ridgemont Elementary School and C L Salvador Elementary School were both closed and torn down, eventually making way for the development of the current Silver Ridge Estates. What I can’t seem to grasp, however, is why schools would be closed and not replaced?

It is clear that Fernie’s population continues to grow, with new residential properties popping up year after year. In fact, this year alone, Fernie will be making room for both the Montane properties and the Alpine Trails Fairy Creek properties.

As the city continues to grow, so does the demographic of families with young children, yet it seems like there is limited space for those children.

SD5 Board Director Frank Lento said that aging infrastructure along with space limitations are the main reasons he would like to pursue replacing IDES and FJM. He also noted that IDES, which currently educates 350 students, has expanded its infrastructure simply by adding three portables. I don’t think that adding portables is a valid solution. Not only are portables visually unappealing, it also seems like they would cost school districts more in the long term. Over time, the high price of electricity, maintenance and the cost of dismantling and disposing of these temporary buildings seems like it would outweigh the cost of expanding the original structure to accommodate not only the current student population but also to allow for growth.

The other issue is the seclusion of children in portables. Unlike a full-sized school, where children can socialize between classes, children being educated in portables are secluded from the rest of the school. There are also health risks associated with portables. Although they may be acceptable as a short-term solution, I personally feel that expanding a school with portables is not a viable long-term solution.

As both Fernie and Sparwood continue to grow, I think it’s important that the public invest in children’s education, starting with the expansion of IDES and FJM.


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Celebrating water and a local water hero

As Canadians celebrated Canada Water Week last week, and the world celebrated World Water Day, here at home, one of our local Kootenay residents was also celebrated. Nelson’s Heather Leschied — program manager for Wildsight’s Living Lakes Canada water team, one of the founders of the Lake Windermere Ambassadors and Friends of Kootenay Lake, fly-fisher, sailor-in-training and water advocate — was honoured as one of WWF Canada’s Water Heroes, and named a finalist for Water Canada’s Water’s Next Award.

The Water Heroes are Canadians who are working tirelessly to monitor water quality in local waterways, restore habitat for frogs, turtles and fish, repair degraded riverbanks and engage their communities in stewarding local waters. Heather was profiled specifically for her work on the Flathead River.

The Flathead River is a trans-boundary tributary of the Columbia River, located near Fernie. The Flathead River Valley is the only unsettled, low elevation valley in southern Canada. With support from WWF and the Loblaw Water Fund, the Flathead River Biomonitoring Program uses watershed health as a framework for advocating for

landscape conservation. The results of the program will provide tools and fill a knowledge gap with respect to forestry impacts on freshwater and fisheries, so that our communities can advocate for the protection of this world-class ecosystem. Water Canada’s Water’s Next national awards program honours the achievements and ideas of individuals and companies that successfully work to change water in our country.

Heather was nominated for her role in furthering our understanding of water through her leadership in the East Kootenay Integrated Lake Management Partnership, Columbia Basin Watershed Network, and BC Lake Stewardship Society, and for supporting water stewards across the Columbia Basin as a Streamkeepers Instructor and Canadian Aquatic Biomonitoring Network Field Instructor.

World Water Day is marked on March 22 every year as a day to celebrate water, to commit to making a difference for the members of the global population who suffer from water related issues and to prepare for how we manage water in the future. In 2015, the theme for World Water Day was 'Water and Sustainable Development.’

Lindsay CuffWildsight Communication Manager

Mismanagement of B.C. wildlife

How come, when I drive from the Lower Mainland to the Alaska Highway in northeastern British Columbia, I only see one moose along the side of the road? How come when we spend two weeks in the fall, as a group of four to eight resident hunters, we see a total of one elk and six moose in prime habitat?

By now many British Columbians have heard or seen in the news about some battle that some group of hunters have about something to do with the Guide Outfitters Association of British Columbia (GOABC) getting more animals, or something like that. A number of non-hunters have said to me, "Ya, I follow it a bit but what's it really about?" I'm glad you asked. You see, the provincial government has closed the purse strings to conservation in British Columbia and they've done so for many years now. They rely on not-for-profit organizations, like the BC Wildlife Federation (BCWF) and others, and their countless volunteers to do all the backbone work of caring for the environment, creating or restoring fish and wildlife habitat, amongst a multitude of other things. Aside from habitat preservation, one of the MOST important things that are required is STRONG SOLID WILDLIFE POPULATION ASSESSMENTS. You see, whether you're a hunter or not really doesn't matter in this case. Without proper scientific data from our regional wildlife biologists, we run the risk of losing decades of conservation.

So you may ask, "What does this have to do with this WILDLIFE ALLOCATION thingy?" Here it is. When this government puts more animal allocations in the hands of the GOABC (who predominantly cater to foreign trophy hunters) we as British Columbians will lose MORE wildlife than if those same allocations had gone to a resident hunter. Why? Because the GOABC use planes and helicopters to scout their territories and spend countless hours in their territory patterning their prey so that they can claim a 98 per cent success rate on their website. As resident hunters, we save up a years worth of holidays and go. That's it. We don't have the unlimited resources the GOABC use. And for those reasons alone, a resident hunter on the Limited Entry Hunting (LEH) system will harvest fewer animals each year than a guide outfitter. You see the LEH is like a lottery system

for hunters, and we have a choice to enter in it (it gives the likelihood of a successful hunt much better odds), or hunt in a "general open season". LEH was created in order to protect certain animals in certain areas from being over harvested and putting the population "At Risk", BUT, and I repeat BUT, now it has become a money game for the government of B.C., and in so doing, they've lost sight of what it was intended for — the protection and conservation of wild animals until they reached a solid, healthy population.

This provincial government must immediately enact proper conservation funding. The "allocation issue" is a big part of that. Equally important is funding the regional biologists, so as to be able to gain proper scientific data on regional wildlife populations. Without these measures in place, we are playing William Tell with a blindfold.

I ask this government, including my local MLA Simon Gibson, to work harder to understand the needs of conservation, the needs of resident hunters here in B.C. Listen to your people and organizations like the BCWF. They are "in the know" so to speak. Let's turn this train wreck around, before we never see a moose on our journey.

Ken GrantProud resident hunter and conservationistMission, B.C.


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UPCOMING EVENTS

Mondays• 6:30 to 8:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 7:00am to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre Open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 7:00am to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 8:00 to 9:30am – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool• 8:30 to 9:15am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 8:45 to 10:15am – Adult Shinny at the Fernie Memorial Arena• 9:30 to 10:30am –Aquafi t at the Sparwood Pool• 10:30 to noon – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot Hockey 18+ at the Sparwood Arena• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 3:45 to 5:00pm – Public Skating at the Sparwood Arena• 4:00 to 6:00pm – Water Slide open at Fernie Aquatic Centre• 4:00 to 5:30pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 7:30 to 9:00 pm – Women’s Night at Old School Boxing• 8:00 to 9:00pm – Aquafi t at the Sparwood Pool

Tuesdays• 7:00am to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre Open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 7:00am to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 8:45 to 10:15am – Adult Shinny at the Fernie Memorial Arena• 9:30 to 10:15am – Aquafi t at the Elkford Aquatic Centre• 10:30 to 11:15am – Free Admission Public Skate at the Fernie Memorial Arena• 10:30 to noon – Toonie Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre• 10:30 to 11:15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 11:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot Hockey 18+ at the Sparwood Arena• 1:00 to 2:30pm – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool• 1:30 to 2:30pm – Parent and Tot Skating at the Sparwood Arena• 1:30 to 2:30pm – Water Walking at the Sparwood Pool• 3:45 to 4:45 pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Aquatic Centre• 4:00 to 6:00pm – Water Slide Open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at

the Sparwood Pool• 6:30 to 8:30pm – Opt Fernie Clinic at the Elk Valley Hospital• 7:00 to 8:00pm – Public Skating at the Sparwood Arena• 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Swim at the Sparwood Pool

Wednesdays• 6:30 to 8:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 7:00am to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre Open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 7:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 8:00 to 9:30am – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool• 8:30 to 9:15am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 8:45 to 10:15am – Adult Shinny at the Fernie Memorial Arena• 9:30 to 10:30am –Aquafi t at the Sparwood Pool• 9:30 to 10:15am – Aquafi t at the Elkford Aquatic Centre• 10:30 to noon – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool• 10:30 to noon – Toonie Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot Hockey 18+ at the Sparwood Arena• 12:00pm - Fernie Rotary Meeting Park Place Lodge• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot Hockey 18+ at the Sparwood Arena• 1:15 to 2:30pm – Skate & Shoot at the Fernie Memorial Arena• 3:45 to 5:00pm – Public Skating at the Sparwood Arena• 3:45 to 5:00pm – After School Rec Hockey at the Sparwood Arena• 3:45 to 4:45 pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Aquatic Centre• 4:00 to 6:00pm – Water Slide open at Fernie Aquatic Centre• 4:00 to 5:30pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 7:30 – Ladies Darts at the Fernie Legion (new members welcome)• 8:00 to 9:00pm –14+ Aquafi t at the Sparwood Pool

Thursdays• 7:00am to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre Open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 7:00am to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 8:45 to 10:15am – Adult Shinny at the Fernie Memorial Arena• 10:30 to 11:15am – Free Admission Public Skate at the Fernie Memorial Arena• 10:30 to noon – Toonie Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre

• 10:30 to 11:15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 11:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot Hockey 18+ at the Sparwood Arena• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot Hockey 18+ at the Sparwood Arena• 1:00 to 2:30pm – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool• 3:45 to 4:45 pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Aquatic Centre• 4:00 to 6:00pm – Water Slide open at Fernie Aquatic Centre• 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre• 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre• 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 7:00pm – Darts at the Sparwood Legion• 7:00 to 8:00pm – Public Skating at the Sparwood Arena• 7:30 to 9:00pm – Women & Men’s Night at Old School Boxing• 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 9:30 to 10:30pm – Adult Rec Hockey 19+ at the Sparwood Arena

Fridays• 6:30 to 8:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 7:00am to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre Open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 7:00am to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 8:00 to 9:30am – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool• 8:30 to 9:15am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 9:30 to 10:30am –Aquafi t at the Sparwood Pool• 9:30 to 10:15am – Aquafi t at the Elkford Aquatic Centre• 10:30 to noon – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool• 10:30 to noon – Toonie Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre• 10:45 to 11:45am – Youth Shinny at the Fernie Memorial Arena (No School Fridays)• 10:45 to 11:30am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot Hockey 18+ at the Sparwood Arena• 12:00 to 12:45pm – Public Skate at the Fernie Memorial Arena (No School Fridays)• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot Hockey 18+ at the Sparwood Arena• 3:45 to 4:45 pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Aquatic Centre• 4:00 to 5:30pm - Free Swim at the

Sparwood Pool• 4:00 to 6:00pm – Water Slide open at Fernie Aquatic Centre• 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre• 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 5:30 to 6:30pm – Public Skate/Rec Hockey at the Sparwood Arena• 6:00 to 8:00pm - $3.00 Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre• 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 7:00pm to 8:15pm – Public Skate at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 7:00pm – Jam Night every 2nd Friday at the Sparwood Legion• 7:00pm - Jitney Darts at the Fernie Legion – everyone is welcome• 8:00 to 9:00pm – 13+ Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 8:00 to 9:00pm – Teen/Adult Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre

Saturdays• Noon to 6:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• Noon to 6:00pm – Fitness Centre Open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 1:00 to 2:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 1:00 to 5:00pm – Water Slide open at Fernie Aquatic Centre• 2:00 to 3:00pm – Family Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 2:00 to 3:45pm – Public Skate at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 3:00 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 2:30 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 4:00 to 6:00pm - Meat Draw at the Fernie & Sparwood Legion • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood & Elkford Pool• 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood & Elkford Pool • 6:30 to 8:00pm – Women & Men’s Night at Old School Boxing• 6:45 to 8:15pm – Public Skate at the Fernie Memorial Arena

Sundays• Noon to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• Noon to 6:00pm – Fitness Centre Open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• Noon to 6:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 1:00 to 2:00pm – Family Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 1:00 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre• 1:00 to 5:00pm – Water Slide open at Fernie Aquatic Centre• 2:00 to 4:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 2:15 to 4:00pm – Public Skate at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 3:00 to 4:45pm – Public Skating at

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.

March26 Learn to Cable Knit Part 1 at

Heaven Boutique 7:00 – 9:00 pm

26 Open Roller Skating Drop-in at Max Turyk Community Centre 6:00 – 7:00 pm

26 Beautea Spa Night at Infi nitea T-Bar & Boutique 6:00 – 8:00 pm

26 Curling Club Drop-in Night at Fernie Curling Club 7:00 pm

26 Team Trivia Night at The Park Place Pub 8:00 pm

26 Name That Tune at The Royal 9:00 pm

26 Local Jam Night at The Brickhouse

27 Our Vinyl Weighs a Ton: This is Stones Throw Records at The Arts Station 8:00 pm

27 Shane Phillip at The Royal, live tribal one man band

27 Booked! Fernie Writers’ Series with John Vaillant at Fernie Heritage Library 7:00 pm

27 Kids learn to Crochet at Heaven Boutique 1:00 – 3:00 pm

27 Tea and Talk Book Club at the Fernie Library 1:30

27 Live Music – Say, Neighbour at Infi nitea T-Bar & Boutique at 8:00 pm

27-28 Our Vinyl Weighs a Ton: This is Stones Throw Records at The Arts Station 7:00 pm

27 Shane Phillip Live at The Royal 9:00 pm

28 Developing a Home Practice at Essential Yoga Studio 12:00 – 3:00 pm

28 Night Skiing at The Mighty Moose, Fernie Alpine Resort 4:00 – 9:00 pm

28 Art Exhibit Opening with Patti Emmerson at Inside Out Fernie Wellness 4:00 – 9:00 pm

the Sparwood Arena• 4:00 to 5:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre• 7:30pm - Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, Christ Church Anglican, 591 4th Ave. Fernie

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BRITISH COLUMBIACITY OF FERNIE

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

Office Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.(Closed statutory holidays)After Hours Phone: 250.423.4226

Fernie Aquatic Centre250 Pine Avenue Phone: 250.423.4466

Fernie Memorial Arena991-6th Avenue (Highway 3)

For all Police, Ambulance orFire related emergencies:Call 911

Recycling Collection (Good Friday)Residents are advised that Curbside Recycling will be picked up as usual on Good Friday, April 3, 2015 for Area 2 Residents. This includes West Fernie, Ridgemont, Mountview and Castle Mountain areas. Please have your recycling out for pickup no earlier than 5:00 am and no later than 8:00 am.

The Fernie Transfer Station located at 6000 Highway 3 will be open regular hours on Good Friday and Easter Monday. Please see the City website for the 2015 Recycling and Garbage Collection schedule.

Leisure Services HappeningsSpring Registration Fair April 1 & 2nd, 2015Don’t miss the Fernie Leisure Services Spring Registration Fair taking place at the Fernie Community Centre, 901 – 6th Avenue on April 1 & 2 from 6:00pm to 8:30pm each evening.

Fernie Aquatic CentreSpring Swim Lessons are open for registration! Please visit the website or call the Fernie Aquatic centre for dates and times for your child’s level.

Gymnastic Programs - Registration Now Open!

Tumbling & Strength: Fridays April 10th to June 19th4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Ages 6-12 ($193.63 + GST)

Gymnastics: Mondays March 30th to June 22nd3:55 pm - 4:40 pm - Ages 3-4 and 4:45 pm - 5:30 pm - Ages 5-6($152.92 + GST)

Mondays March 30th to June 22nd5:45 pm - 6:45 pm - Ages 7-9 and 6:50 pm - 7:50 pm - Ages 10-13($184.10 + GST)

Wednesdays April 1st to June 17th 3:55 pm - 4:40 pm - Ages 3-4 and 4:45 pm - 5:30 pm - Ages 5-6($166.31 + GST)

Wednesdays April 1st to June 17th 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm - Ages 7-9 and 6:50 pm - 7:50 pm - Ages 10-13($200.33 + GST)

Saturdays April 11th to June 6th (excluding May 16)10:00 am – 10:45 am – Ages 2-3 Parented10:45 am – 11:30 am – Ages 2-3 Parented11:30 am – 12:15 pm – Ages 4-512:30 pm – 1:15 pm – Ages 4-51:15 pm –2:00 pm – Ages 6-8($81.98 + GST)

Advanced Gymnastics:Thursdays April 2nd to June 18th 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Ages 3-5 ($210.73 + GST)

Tuesdays March 31st to June 16th and Thursdays April 2nd to June 18th 5:15 pm - 7:15 pm Ages 6-10

Call the Aquatic Centre for more information or to register for a program at 250.423.4466 ext “0” or visit the Fernie Aquatic Centre page on the website.

Fernie Memorial ArenaThe Spring Break Skating Schedule ends March 29 and skating programs end Thursday, April 2. Check the Fernie Memorial Arena page on the website for details.

Public Hearings

Notice is hereby given that Public Hearings will be held on Monday, April 13, 2015 at 7:00PM in Council Chambers at Fernie City Hall, located at 501 – 3rd Avenue, Fernie BC so that Council may hear representations from the public who deem an interest in the properties affected by the proposed amendments to Zoning Bylaw No. 1750 for:

Bylaw No. Applicant Bylaw Name Location Legal Description Proposed Zoning Change

2266 Michael & Colleen Sansom

Zoning Bylaw No. 1750, Amendment Bylaw No. 173, 2014

521 – 5th Avenue

Lot 2, Block 50, District Lot 4588, Kootenay District, Plan 734A

Rezone subject property from R1 Single Family Residential to R1B Single Detached Plus Residential

2275 Jenny & Kirk Gutzman


1301 – 10th Avenue

Lot 1, Block 110, District Lot 4588, Kootenay District, Plan 902

Rezone subject property from R2 Duplex Residential to R1B Single Detached Plus Residential.

The R1B zone allows a secondary detached dwelling unit in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Official Community Plan, Zoning Bylaw and Building Bylaw.

Comments can be made in person at the Public Hearing or in any of the following methods:

BY EMAIL: [email protected] IN PERSON: City Hall 501 – 3rd Avenue, Fernie, BC

BY FAX: (250) 423.3034 BY MAIL: City of Fernie, Planning Department PO Box 190 Fernie, BC V0B 1M0

Any submissions received after 5:00PM, Monday, April 13, 2015 will not be accepted. No representation will be received by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. All submissions must include your name and street address. All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. For more information, please contact the Planning Department at (250) 423.6817 or via email at [email protected].

Subject Property

Subject Property

Bylaw No. 2266

Bylaw No. 2275

Public HearingsNotice is hereby given that Public Hearings will be held on Monday, April 13, 2015 at 7:00PM in Council Chambers at Fernie City Hall, located at 501 – 3rd Avenue, Fernie BC so that Council may hear representations from the public who deem an interest in the properties affected by the proposed amendments to Zoning Bylaw No. 1750 for:

Bylaw No. Applicant Bylaw Name Location Legal Description

Proposed Zoning Change

2266 Michael & Colleen Sansom


521 – 5th Avenue

Lot 2, Block 50, District Lot 4588, Kootenay District, Plan 734A

Rezone subject property from R1 Single Family Residential to R1B Single Detached Plus Residential

2275 Jenny & Kirk Gutzman


1301 – 10th Avenue

Lot 1, Block 110, District Lot 4588, Kootenay District, Plan 902

Rezone subject property from R2 Duplex Residential to R1B Single Detached Plus Residential.

The R1B zone allows a secondary detached dwelling unit in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Official Community Plan, Zoning Bylaw and Building Bylaw.

Bylaw No. 2266

Comments can be made in person at the Public Hearing or in any of the following methods:

BY EMAIL: [email protected] PERSON: City Hall 501 – 3rd Avenue, Fernie, BCBY FAX: 250.423.3034 BY MAIL: City of Fernie, Planning Department PO Box 190 Fernie, BC V0B 1M0

Any submissions received after 5:00PM, Monday, April 13, 2015 will not be accepted. No representation will be received by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. All submissions must include your name and street address. All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. For more information, please contact the Planning Department at 250.423.6817 or via email at [email protected].

A copy of the proposed bylaw amendment and other relevant documents may be viewed at City Hall, 501 – 3rd Avenue, Fernie, BC during normal business hours of 8:00am to 5:00pm March 26, 2015 to April 13, 2015 (excluding weekends and statutory holidays), or online at www.fernie.ca.

This Notice is published in accordance with Section 892 of the Local Government Act.

Bylaw No. 2275

Keeping our Neighbourhoods and the Community Clean, Safe and BeautifulThe City of Fernie strives to keep our community clean and safe and appreciates the cooperation of the citizens to assist them in their efforts to encourage a certain standard of livability in both residential and business community’s alike.

We would like to remind everyone that “Unsightly Property Prevention Bylaw No. 1587” requires all properties within the City of Fernie be maintained at an acceptable level. The Bylaw defines what is considered unacceptable within the definition of “unsightly”.In addition to maintaining your property, citizens are also required to maintain the boulevard adjacent to their property (from the edge of the roadway to their private property) in accordance with the City of Fernie Boulevard Maintenance Policy.

For more information on Bylaw No. 1587 or the Boulevard Maintenance Policy, please visit the City’s website at www.fernie.ca or contact Bylaw Services at [email protected].



district of sparwood

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

www.sparwood.ca

Upcoming Meetings of Council(in Council Chambers)

Notice of IntentionPartnering Agreement between Brandt

Tractor Ltd. and the District of SparwoodPursuant to Section 24 of the Community Charter, Council may not enter into a Partnering Agreement, unless Council fi rst gives notice of their intent to do so.The Council of the District of Sparwood intends to enter into a Partnering Agreement with Brandt Tractor Ltd, which will allow Brandt Tractor Ltd. to operate its positioning technology network (GPS) known as “Brandtnet”. Brandt Tractor Ltd. would like, on District property, to locate an antenna, receiver, base station, and other related equipment and devices for use with this network.The location of this equipment would be on District Property, Parcel A, District Lot 4589, Kootenay District Plan 7008. The District has determined that the provision of access to Brandtnet, without fee, is of no signifi cant benefi t to the District. Brandtnet will provide one free BrandtNET RTK subscription each month during the term of this agreement. The District will also provide an electrical plug dedicated exclusively to the operation of their equipment.The agreement is for a fi ve year term and is exclusive.Prior to any installation, access and removal of equipment the District of Sparwood will require installation plans, which include the manner and location of installation and proposed work dates. No installation of any equipment can commence until such installation plans have been approved by the District.A copy of the Partnering Agreement is available for inspection at the Municipal Offi ce 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC during regular offi ce hours (8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., MST), Monday to Friday, excluding Statutory Holidays.For more information please contact the Director of Engineering at 250.425.6271 or email [email protected] DwyerDirector of Engineering

Seeking Expressions of InterestThe District of Sparwood seeks expressions of interest for the purchase of the property located at 156 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, now advertised for sale without the previous conditions requiring inclusion of a restaurant.The building is owned by the Municipality and was most recently used as the District’s Engineering offi ce. It is single story construction totaling approximately 2,966 sq ft including a garage, parking spaces, wheelchair access and is currently zoned institutional. As a condition of the sales agreement, the District will undertake a rezoning to C-1 Commercial if required. The building is post and glulam beam construction, offering the most fl exibility for redevelopment. Additional documentation is available upon request and site tours will be welcomed.The location of this building in close proximity to the Centennial Square business area and Highway 3 make it a prime candidate for a restaurant operation, or combination of restaurant and offi ce space or other uses permitted within the C-1 zone.

• Proposals may incorporate a mixed use development;• Proposals must include consideration of required car parking options;• Proposals may include suggestions for incorporation of District own lands in the

vicinity, for landscaping, amenity space and parking;• All proposals are subject to the successful rezoning of the property.

Proposals will be reviewed on their individual merit with consideration given to submissions incorporating creativity, consideration of the local operating environment, forecasted number of employees neighbourhood impacts, as well as a robust business plan and the timing for development.Council of the District of Sparwood reserves the right to give consideration to the proposal that they deem, in their sole discretion, to be in the best interests of the District. The highest, nor any offer may be accepted.The asking price for the property is $340,000. Proposals will be accepted until 4:00 pm June 24, 2015.For further information please contact:Jude Smith, Business Development [email protected] cell: 250.910.0167 offi ce: 250.425.5091

Monday, March 30 Committee of the Whole Meeting at 1:00 pm NOTE TIME CHANGETuesday, April 7 Regular Meeting at 1:00 pm NOTE TIME CHANGEMonday, April 20 Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm

Notice of Intention to AmendCouncil Procedure Bylaw 1022

Pursuant to Section 94 and 124 of the Community Charter, Council may not amend, repeal or substitute a Council Procedure Bylaw unless Council fi rst gives notice of their intent to do so.Council of the District of Sparwood intends to consider adoption of Council Procedure Bylaw No. 1022, Amendment Bylaw 1167, 2015, at a Regular Meeting on April 7, 2015, which in general terms, proposes to amend the time and location of meetings section to allow the fi rst meeting of the month (fi rst Monday) to commence at 1:00 p.m. and the second meeting of the month (third Monday) to commence at 7:00 p.m. Participation will be subject to unanimous adoption of a resolution by those members present in Council Chambers.A copy of the Bylaw is available for inspection at the Municipal Offi ce 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, B.C. during regular offi ce hours (8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., MST), Monday to Friday, excepting Statutory Holidays.Michelle MartineauDirector of Corporate Services

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT

POSITION: OFFICE CLERK IIIDATE OF POSTING: MARCH 19, 2015

Nature of Position:Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Offi ce Clerk III is responsible for completing work as assigned including but not necessarily limited to the processing of accounts payable, administration of property tax processes and backup for payroll processing. The Offi ce Clerk III is also responsible for assisting with the daily functions of the main offi ce, including general reception and telephone inquiries, cashier duties and other payment processing.Successful applicant must have the following skills and experience:• A minimum of four years accounting experience including accounts payable and

payroll;• Demonstrated profi ciency with Microsoft Offi ce products, particularly Excel, Word,

Outlook and PowerPoint;• Knowledge of relevant legislation and Canada Revenue Agency requirements;• Ability to deal tactfully with the public, in person and by telephone, in a courteous and

effective manner;• Proven ability to work well in a team environment;• Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented and ability to work with minimum

supervision and prioritize workload to meet all deadlines.Detailed job specifi cations can be found on the District of Sparwood Website www.sparwood.ca.Wages, benefi ts and conditions of employment are governed by the current Collective Agreement with CUPE Local 2698 and would be at the Offi ce Clerk III rate.Closing date is April 7, 2015 at 3:00 PM MST.Please send detailed cover letter and resume to:Barbara Nunes, Director of Finance - District of SparwoodBox 520, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0Fax: 250-425-7277 E-mail: [email protected]


Following community stakeholder sessions hosted by Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) last fall, the Lower

Columbia Priorities Plan (LCPP) was formed to push $600,000 into the Lower Columbia Region.

Through these stakeholder sessions, the LCPP identified main priorities in economic and tourism development, local governance, community services for children, families, seniors and others in need, arts, culture and heritage and lastly recreation.

Chair of the committee Bruce LeRose described CBT’s involvement with the sessions as very comprehensive.

“We hired a consultant to assist us and we had an online survey, we had focus groups amongst stakeholders in the Lower Columbia and then we had open sessions in each community and the consultant led the discussion and we had the opportunity to ask the community what they thought was important,” explained LeRose.

The funds will be allocated over the next two years (2015-16) through the

Community Direct Funds (CDF) Program. Possible partners and projects will be

identified over the coming months through meetings with the CDF committee.

“The benefits of the funding is going to be very important for the Lower Columbia Region,” said LeRose. “The Lower Columbia is a tight region geographically and it’s going to give the five communities within

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French food and film for funds By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

Plates of French food to accom-pany a French film were pro-vided to guests at Infinitea T-Bar

on Saturday evening as part of a fund-raiser for École Sophie-Morigeau.

The event followed a successful baked goods fundraiser at the Griz Days Craft Fair.

President of the Association de Parents D’élèves Veronique Roy said that the money from the evening would be put towards purchasing new sports equipment for the school.

Roy acknowledged that she is still working out the kinks for future fundraisers and hopes to put on something more kid-friendly next

time. “It’s difficult to get a babysitter in

this area so it’s understandable why some parents may not have been able to show up,” explained Roy. “I think I would like to try something with a kids movie next time so they could come along instead.”

Plates of salade verte, parsnip rémoulade and a bowl of chicken and v e g e t a b l e stew with c r u s t y bread were enjoyed by the adult a t t e n d e e s during a s c r e e n i n g of the film Henri Henri.

Henri Henri played at Infinitea last Saturday evening. Submitted photo


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Nights, tours and entire festivals have been dedicated to it. Bottles of it have been clinked, slammed

and replenished. Flavours have been cre-ated, developed and tasted by a growing populace of its fans. All of this indicates that craft beer is here to stay.

David Nicholls, Michael Sharpham and Jamie Bennett of Vancouver-based

company Granville Island Brewing were on a mission when they began their BrewSki Tour: to taste as many craft beers and ski down as many mountains as this province has to offer.

The inaugural tour swept across the province in less than a week, visiting resorts and craft beer breweries like Revelstoke, Kicking Horse and, of course, Fernie Alpine Resort and the Fernie Brewing Company.

“It’s two of our favourite things in B.C.

and these are two products of our province we should be proud of,” said Bennett, brand manager at Granville Island Brewing.

Bennett attributed the popularity to foodies and the rising interest in unique foods and beverages as part of the craft beer evolution.

“I think with people like foodies and social media it’s opened people up to a whole world of beer and it’s fascinating and fun. What’s great about it is that you can be as complicated and fixated on every ingredient but it can also be about sitting down with friends. There’s something for everybody,” said Bennett.

In looking at the greatness these breweries bottle, marketing personnel Nicholls noted that ingredients aren’t necessarily everything.

“I think there’s tons of different rules and you can define it in different ways but we’ve just found that it’s about the passion behind it,” said Nicholls. “[Craft beers] tend to be more flavourful beers, they’re more thought out in terms of ingredients and breweries try to bring something to consumers that’s new and exciting and different.”

While enjoying test shots at Fernie Brewing Company, the Granville Island tourists complimented the What the Huck and Hot Saw India ales as innovative local

flavours. That innovation and creativity is what

draws testers like craft beer merchant Sharpham in.

“There’s a lot of different and exciting styles out there that are traditional or innovative and they all have their own flavour characteristics that make them unique. There’s no one set flavour profile for what makes a good beer ... and that’s what makes it really exciting. Everyone

is doing their own thing and you get to experience it all,” said Sharpham.

In the future, Bennett, Nicholls and Sharpham hope to expand the tour to other breweries and open up attendance to more people.

“This year has been the

prototype of the tour,” said Nicholls, “but we hope to bring customers on board and have them be a part of the tour. It’s really open to having other people come on and join it.”

He added, “I think we’d love to be able to fit in other craft breweries that are opening up. As we started looking into different places during the planning stages of the tour, other breweries have cropped up.”

To catch up on the BrewSki Tour check out their official website www.brewskitour.com

A thirst for beer and powder on BrewSki Tour

(Left to right) Michael Sharpham, David Nicholls and Jamie Bennett of Granville Island Brewing enjoy the best of Fernie Brewing Company’s craft beers on the final date of their BrewSki Tour. Photo by S. Kucharski

Fernie Brewing Company was just one of the stops during the 2015 BrewSki Tour. Photo by S. Kucharski

Granville Island Brewing employees tour Fernie Brewing Company

“There’s no one set flavour profile for what makes a good beer ... and that’s

what makes it really exciting. Everyone is doing their

own thing and you get to experience it all.”

Michael SharphamCraft Beer Merchant

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The Arts Station will be playing a documentary that traces the roots of a record label in Los Angeles that

provided a critically acclaimed platform for underground hip-hop music.

Featuring exclusive interviews with headlining names like Kanye West, Common and Snoop Dogg, the film Our

Vinyl Weighs A Ton is a must-see for music lovers and budding entrepreneurs.

The documentary borrows its name from the album My Vinyl Weighs A Ton, released in 1999 by DJ Peanut Butter Wolf — the founder of the label at the heart of the storyline: Stones Throw Records.

Through behind-the-scenes footage, never-before-seen photographs and rare concert footage, the film seeks to showcase

the history, culture and global following that the record label accumulated.

Its roster of artists were responsible for some of the most heralded hip-hop albums of all time, including the notable Aloe Blacc who wrote and performed vocals on the inescapable radio hit “Wake Me Up” by Avicii.

In addition to the showing itself, the film’s director Jeff Broadway will be in

attendance for a question and answer session following the movie.

The Arts Station will be putting on showings of the documentary on Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28 at 8 p.m.

Tickets will be available at the door as well as online for $10/adult members, $15/adult standard attendee and $5 for youth.

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Sp r i n g break is on. Two

weeks of free-dom. At least for your kids. You might feel a little less free. If you went

somewhere fun and hot where they bring you pina coladas, you’re probably sad to be coming to the end of it. If, however, you stuck around home, you may be counting the final hours down with sweet anticipa-tion.

I had a unique situation this year. Four got two weeks, Six only got one. That made for an interesting Monday morning, believe me. Six was not happy to be getting dressed for school while Four flitted around in her jammies with a lollypop she had stashed for the occasion. Completely pre-meditated torture. I removed it from her clutching fist as soon as I saw it, but the damage had already been done. Poor Six. The differences in duration did leave me with a direct comparison on the ‘one week versus two weeks of spring break’ debate. When I was a kid, it was only one glorious, homework free week. We treasured it. Now, for most schools, it’s two. If you’re heading out of town, two is great. If not, it may be a little long. And it’s not that you don’t completely enjoy the time you got to spend with your kids. Getting out the bikes, walking on the trails, hitting the pool, maybe even carving a few more turns on the ski hill. Relaxing the rules and letting things slide. I mean, hey, it’s spring break! Go for it! For the first week. The second week seems a bit less exciting. The novelty has worn off, replaced by the realization that all of that ‘relaxing the rules’ stuff may not have been the best idea. Suddenly, your kids are starting to morph into sugar-addicted gamers with disrupted schedules. Bedtimes get pushed. Bath nights are jostled. It’s amazing how quickly it can all fall apart. All that training and discipline, erased with just a few special allowances. “I guess you can honey, it’s spring break, just do it quietly…” A light bulb goes off in those little brains. “Oh, so the rules aren’t carved in stone. There’s wiggle room. Interesting…” And it’s on. My kids tried some major wiggling. One afternoon I found them in the basement with giant bowls of Rocky Road, attempting to load the Saving Private Ryan DVD. Another time they’d snuck out of their beds and were in the bathroom making water balloons and re-enacting the storm scene from The Little Mermaid. That one took a lot of towels. No matter how long your spring break was, I hope you enjoyed your relaxed rules. Now enjoy the crackdown. spring break is over.

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Going behind the scenes with Fernie artistsBy Katelyn DingmanFree Press Staff

Two young Fernie art-ists are going behind the scenes to encourage the

growth of the Fernie artistic community.

Welcoming over a dozen artists from seven different countries around the globe to the Knox United Church, Nicola Mcnabb and Anna Weston’s Behind the Scene event will showcase a wide variety of artistic works from paintings and drawings to ceramics and hats.

“It’s a celebration of what everyone’s doing and the creative experience that they’re putting on the page,” Mcnabb said. “We’ve got artists from seven different countries of origin, so we’re really excited about that.”

Local talent will also be represented at the show. In fact, the inspiration for this event came from Weston’s dynamic life drawing classes.

“We were really excited about all the work that people were creating at Anna’s dynamic life drawing classes and thought it would be fantastic to share them with the community in a safe place where you can enjoy the creativity that these people are experiencing on this awesome journey,” said Mcnabb, adding, “out of the woodwork came all these other people creating things that they wanted to showcase.”

According to Weston, the nude portrait art class is about capturing movement and rhythm in your drawing and trying to find your own creative style.

She added, “There’s no two people that create work that’s

exactly the same. It’s more about putting your own experience onto the paper.”

The class has been running in the basement of Knox United Church each week since January, with as many as 14 people registering or dropping in for a session.

Once the idea to showcase artwork from the dynamic life drawing classes came to life, other creative locals and travelers wanted to get involved and Behind the Scene opened their doors to artists creating photography, glasswork, crafts and jewelry.

“It’s really nice to put their work next to each other. When you’re from a different place, you have all these different experiences and when you bring them together in the same space, you create a nice dialogue,” noted Mcnabb.

Embracing Fernie’s artistic aptitude, Mcnabb added, “It’s nice that it’s a supportive community that’s inclusive of all artists.”

Weston reiterated her remarks, stating, “It’s incredible, it’s diverse. It seems like there’s a really strong movement within the community to celebrate the diversity.”

Artists will be taking their work behind the scenes on March 28 in the basement of the Knox United Church.

Along with works being displayed and sold, door prizes, including chocolates from the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory and a GPS from Canadian Tire, will be given away.

The event will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and is entry by donation, with all proceeds going back to the Knox United Church.

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After taking the Kootenays by storm last fall with their successful fall soccer pro-gram, the Vancouver Whitecaps profes-

sional soccer team is heading back to Fernie to host their Spring Skills Academy.

Provided to children between the ages of nine and 18, the skills program will give youth an opportunity to be taught the game by professional coaches every Saturday for 10 weeks.

“To be able to get a professional club to come to a small community of 5,000 just shows the [effort put in] by all these volunteers,” Whitecaps Kootenay Regional Head Coach Brett Adams said. “We’re really proud to be a part of that.”

The Whitecaps first made their way to Fernie in 2013, providing Fernie Academy students with a soccer program that ran throughout the year.

Adams said he hopes the success of that program will transfer to the Spring Skills Academy.

“It just shows you the strength that’s going up and it speaks in volumes to the people that are trying to promote soccer within the area,” said Adams.

The Whitecaps, in association with Fernie Youth Soccer, will be hosting the Spring Skills Academy at the Max Turyk Community Centre field from April 11 to June 27.

Adams said the Whitecaps are encouraging children of all skill levels to come out to Max Turyk to play soccer.

“Any player out there that wants to be taught by a professional club and to get some experience over the spring season is more than welcome to

come and sign up for our programs,” he added. “At the end of it they’ll have nothing but good experiences.”

Adams noted that over the last 10 years, the game has been growing steadily in the valley.

“Part of our mantra is to grow the game as big as we can,” said Adams. “We’re opening it up to anyone in and around the area.”

Crashed ice, slippery slope for Zmurchyk

By Sarah KucharskiFree Press Staff

Former Ghostrider and Fernie local Jeff Zmurchyk returned from Edmonton disappointed but still determined following his second round elimination

at the Ice-Cross Downhill World Championship. The competition is more commonly referred to as Red

Bull’s Crashed Ice and sees some of the world’s best skaters barrel down steep downhill ice tracks and traverse an icy playing field filled with bumps, obstacles and

jumps. “It seemed like an extreme sport and

it was lots of fun,” said Zmurchyk of his first foray into the sport. Competing in Edmonton this year marked Zmurchyk’s second season of Crashed Ice following a stint last year when the competition was held in Quebec City.

“Once I got to Quebec City it was a real eyeopener,” he said. “Being a good skater doesn’t really transfer over to the downhill ice track. You have to have the ability to take jumps, land on your feet and maintain your speed throughout the track. There were definitely a few falls the first time I went.”

Much like the Crashed Ice course, Zmurchyk’s journey to this year’s World Championships was fraught with hurdles.

He struck out twice during his original tryouts in Calgary, getting disqualified due to clipping an obstacle.

“What happens in these tryouts is there are obstacles you have to jump over or slide under and if you touch an obstacle at all you get disqualified,” explained Zmurchyk.

Undeterred, the former hockey captain and Ghostriders assistant coach made the solo trek to the next open tryout city in Saskatoon.

“I knew I only needed one smooth run to get through so I took a different approach to it, reduced the sizing in my hockey gear and I made it through no problem,” said Zmurchyk.

Moving swiftly through the qualifiers, Zmurchyk was ultimately knocked out in the elimination round, which tested the top 32 national and international competitors.

Pitted against a fellow Canadian and two Swiss skaters, Zmurchyk finished fourth in his heat and was eliminated.

Despite his early knockout from the competition, Zmurchyk still maintains his ultimate goal of making it onto the Crashed Ice world circuit, which has toured through cities like Helsinki and Belfast.

“I think I definitely improved from Quebec City and I think it showed when I was going over jumps at high speeds and around corners. I just want to get better year-by-year and so next year I hope to make it to the main event,” said Zmurchyk.

Though he said that training is made difficult given the literally steep playing field, it’s that uniqueness that drew him to the sport in the first place.

“There’s no other experience out there like it,” said Zmurchyk of the sport. “It’s not only about being able to hang out with other people in Canada who made it, but people from all around the world. It’s pretty unbelievable.”

For Zmurchyk, not only would it be an honour to represent Canada but also Fernie.

“It would definitely mean a lot coming from a small town,” he said. “I didn’t really hear much about Crashed Ice besides doing it on a whim when I was looking for something cool to do, so having the ability to represent a small town like Fernie would be amazing.”

Here’s hoping Zmurchyk crashes through the competition next year.

Fernie local Jeff Zmurchyk still hopes to make it onto the Crashed Ice world stage following second-round elimination in this year’s competition. Submitted photo

Vancouver Whitecaps kick their way into spring

Skating with the Canucks

Riley Helgren of the Fernie Minor Hockey Association was invited to skate with the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday, March 19 after winning the Save-On-Foods Every Kids Dream contest. Helgren, 9, led the team onto the ice for the pregame skate, standing on the blue line for the national anthems. Helgren represented Fernie in his Fernie Jr Ghostriders jersey. Submitted photo


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their ugliest ’80s toque and fluorescent goggles. Starting

in 2014, Nonstop Ski & Snowboard in Fernie added a new custom to this Fernie fashion faux pas.

Each year Nonstop hosts a Hot Dog Fashion Auction where Nonstoppers bid for the right to wear the gear on the day, and all proceeds go towards a local charity.

“At last year’s auction, Fernie Nonstoppers bid on items auctioned off to fellow students for coveted retro costume items,” remembered Alex Simons, a former participant who now works at Resort of the Canadian Rockies (RCR) Guest Services. “Some people got so caught up in the fun that they emptied their wallets

for fun and charity.” In recent years, Dave Richards, Canadian operations

director, was pleased to share the proceeds with two worthy local charities — the Emily Brydon Foundation and Wildsight Elk Valley Branch.

“We feel the training courses we provide to participants from the U.K., Australia and other countries add to the social fabric of Fernie, not to mention providing revenue for local restaurants, pubs, retail and rental markets,” remarked Richards.

Richards said he is excited to add the environment to the list of Nonstop benefits, rounding out the three pillars

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operating ski and snowboard training courses in Western Canada since 2002.

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Fernie around the globe. Many Nonstoppers stay or return to open businesses like the Loaf and Beanpod. They are active volunteers with Fernie Search and Rescue and Fernie Trails Alliance and are a brain-gain for many local businesses,” commented Lee-Anne Walker, Wildsight director for the Elk Valley Branch.

Lisa Janssen, Wildsight Elk Valley branch president, said she is thankful for the generous donation from Nonstop.

Janssen said, “The money helps fund our Second Avenue office, the hub for our education programs to local schools and volunteer opportunities like Earth Day, Wild Nature Tours nature-based experiences for visitors, EcoGarden activities, and a place for people to get information about our local environment. It is also a shared space with the community-based water group Elk River Alliance and the East Kootenay Invasive Plant Council.”

Nonstop staff and participants donate $3,400 to Wildsight Elk Valley Branch president and directors. Submitted photo

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Kick, push, coast into Sparwood’s future

By Sarah KucharskiFree Press Staff

The District of Sparwood has agreed to pay up to $40,000 in future costs of the upcoming skateboard park

project. Similar to the district’s involvement

with the community’s spray park project, the costs come with the condition that Sparwood be fully reimbursed for those expenditures through fundraising, grants and sponsorships collected by the Sparwood Futures Society.

In a report, District of Sparwood Director of Community and Facilities

Services Duane Lawrence recommended supporting the money’s allotment due to the $27,500 in rebatable taxes the district would be eligible for, as it was during the spray park’s construction.

“Since the spray park was to be an asset of the district once complete, Sparwood would be able to claim the GST back on

related project expenditures, but only if Sparwood paid the invoices,” explained Lawrence.

The project itself comes with a half-million dollar price tag and the Futures Society hopes to plan more concrete fundraisers in the future.

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British Columbia produces more than 800 books every year, a few of which are produced in our own backyard.

As part of the Read Local BC initiative held throughout April, locally acclaimed authors Angie Abdou and Gordon Sombroski will be making a guest appearance at the Fernie Heritage Museum to discuss their own mountain literature.

“I’m honoured,” Abdou said of being invited to take part in Read Local BC. “The Canadian publishing world has always been good to me.”

She added, “It will be nice to share an event with Gordon Sombroski.”

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As a local author, Abdou has been celebrated through her works. Her book The Book Cage was listed in Canadian Literature’s top 10 Sport-In-Can-Lit highlights as well as CBCs Book Club’s number one sports book.

“I appreciate the attention I get,” Abdou said, adding that because there are so many authors throughout the country she’s grateful whenever someone dedicates their time to her work.

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the lack of anonymity.However, Abdou stressed, “On the other

hand, I’ve been very, very lucky. People [in Fernie] are completely supportive.”

The Canadian Literature nominee said she appreciates the support from not only her local readership but also Polar Peek Books and the Fernie Heritage Library, who continuously showcase her work.

“I’m tremendously appreciative of that but I sometimes also feel very exposed and very vulnerable to what people think of my books,” she said.

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Part-time Settlement WorkerPart-time ESL InstructorJob DescriptionThe settlement worker will assist immigrants with settlement or immigration issues. The English instructor may work with English language learners from basic literacy level to intermediate. It is possible to combine both positions.

Abilities and attributes:Flexible – the position may require some weekend and evening workStrong organization, written and oral communication and interpersonal skillsConsultative and cooperative approachHigh degree of self-initiative, adaptive and creativeSensitivity to and experience working with immigrantsComputer software competenceKnowledge of community services in the Elk ValleyPost-secondary education in a relevant fieldLanguage instructor - a TESL certificate or equivalent and teaching experienceDriver’s licence, clean driving record and own vehicleSuccessful Criminal records check

Settlement worker position is an average of 10 hours per week. Some hours will be a fixed schedule with the remainder variable depending on workload. Instructor position will be 3-9 hours per week depending on agreed upon class schedule.

Email résumés to [email protected] by 4:00 pm March 30thThank you to everyone interested in the positions

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SKILLED CARPENTER want-ed. Please fax resume to 250-428-9899. Creston


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Trades, TechnicalCLIMBER/BUCKET Operator need-ed for residential tree service. Min. 2 years exp., must have valid BC DL, Certifi ed Arborist an asset. $30-$35 based on exp. 604-819-9447/ [email protected]

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Home ImprovementsFULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, re-liable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928.

Household ServicesA-1 FURNACE & Air Duct Cleaning. Complete Fur-nace/Air Duct Systems cleaned & sterilized. Locally owned & operated. 1-800-565-0355 (Free estimates)

TronovusHOMELocal duct cleaning with certifi ed furnace safety. Free estimates, contact our Sparwood offi ce today on 250-433-7878 or visit our website www.tronovushome.com

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AuctionsAUCTION March 28th Custom log furniture making equipment, 1379 Green Ave, Trail, BCwww.westernstarauctions.com for pictures and updates 250-212-3418

Food Products

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Heavy Duty Machinery

A-CHEAP, LOWEST PRICES STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated con-tainers all sizes in stock. 40’ containers as low as $2,200. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders & 20,000 lb CAT fork-lift. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866-528-7108 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

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STEEL BUILDINGS. “Spring sales with hot savings!” All steel building models and siz-es are now on sale. Get your building deal while it’s hot. Pio-neer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

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New condos in Sparwood Heights 2 bed/2 bath units are $1250. per month. 2 bed/1 bath units $1200 per month + utilities. These units are in a new complex. New stainless steel appliances, granite coun-ters, in suite washer/dryer. Building comes with an eleva-tor and on site storage unit. No smoking or pets allowed. Ref-erences required. Call Rick at 250-425-5432 or Erin at 250-425-7711

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Apt/Condo for RentSparwood Heights - 1 bdrm furnished condo. Main fl oor, paved parking with plug ins, heat, water, laundry. Non smoking. Available April 2. $850/month plus DD.

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Duplex / 4 Plex1228 Pinyon - One of the

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THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK:SAGITTARIUS, CAPRICORN AND AQUARIUS

YOUR HOROSCOPEfor the week of

March 29 to April 4, 2015

YOUR HOROSCOPE

ARIES (March 21 - April 19)Don’t be afraid of change on a professional level. You come out a winner even if you have to take a trai ning course that makes for a very busy schedule.

TAURUS (April 20 - May 20)Now that it’s time to renew your lease, you consider the option of mo ving soon and buying a property. You need to be comfortable in or der to be happy.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 21)You have to be careful about what you say in order to avoid exacerbating con� ict between your loved ones. You can build harmony everywhere you go.

CANCER (June 22 - July 22)The spring clothing sales have star ted and you can’t resist the temp tation to renew your ward robe this week.

LEO (July 23 - August 22)You begin the week in Leo, which makes you feel ready to conquer the world and experience some ad ventures. If you have a trip in mind, try to consult the right people.

VIRGO (August 23 - September 22)You’ll see lots of activity with fa mily members. You could be thin king about a business project, which will soon prove to be very pro� table.

LIBRA (September 23 - October 22)If you’re suffering from accumulated fatigue, let yourself be pampered by your family, especially your be loved. You deserve to be spoiled a bit.

SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21)You receive lots of invitations to participate in a variety of activities. If you’re single, some of your suitors show lots of imagination in their at tempts to impress you.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 - December 21)You’re over� owing with projects and optimism. Sometimes you’re a drea mer, but you’re � rst and foremost a person of action and you will make your dreams come true.

CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 19)You might feel some seasonal blues. This motivates you to start looking for bargains and treat yourself to a last-minute trip.

AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18)A few changes in your circle of friends is essential. You want to avoid crowds and much prefer tackling all those little things that you’re always procrastinating on.

PISCES (February 19 - March 20)There’s sure to be a great promotion waiting for you at work. How ever, there are lots of responsibilities to deal with at � rst, and so a bit of perseverance is required.

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March 2005 – 10 years agoLost skiers found in Sand Creek drainage

Fernieites Adrian Weber and Eric Seaborn are safe at home after spending a chilly winter’s night in the Sand Creek Drainage, March 20.

The skier and snow-boarder duo became lost after they left Fernie Alpine Resort’s (FAR) ski area bound-ary on Sunday. Elk Valley RCMP initi-ated a search at 10:30 p.m. after receiving a report that Weber and Seaborn did not return from a day of skiing.

March 1990 – 25 years ago

S p a r w o o d Secondary Ski Team Compete in Three Day Provincials

The Sparwood Secondary ski team attended a 3-day provincial competi-tion held at Rossland last Wednesday to Friday, March 7 to 9.

“It was their second year of racing and the first year they made it to the provincials. Our goal was not to come in last, and to have fun!” said coach Patty Wortley.


No blame attached in Miner’s death

Natal; - An inquest into the death of John Grabowski of Coleman, Alberta, who was fatally injured at the Balmer Mine, Michel Colliery, was held at the Village Hall, Natal, at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25 under the direction of Coroner L.F. Cheston of Natal.

The jury attached no blame to anyone and his death was ruled accidental.

Official Opening Saturday for New Motel and Store

Two more busi-nesses are opening in Fernie this weekend as the mood of opti-mism and expected prosperity spreads.

Opening Saturday are the $80,000 In Towner Motel and the new Bonanza Shop.


The Crow’s Nest

Pass Coal Co. mines turned out 54,876 tons of coal in February as compared with 33,351 tons in the same month last year – an increase of 21,525. The total increase for the province is 39,640 tons.

March 1915 – 100 years agoDavid Logan Killed at Front

The second fatality among the Fernie volunteers for the Overseas Forces has occurred. Word was received in the city

this morning that Dave Logan, with the Princess Pats, had been killed in action on February 28. Since the death of Capt. Deed this is the first time that a member of the Fernie contingents has appeared in the casualty lists.


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