Crowsnest Pass Herald - June 28

Bellevue Main Street Project held open house for design

The Municipality of Crowsnest Pass held an open house for the Bellevue Main Street Revitalization project on June 22 at the Bellevue Senior Centre.

Chief Administrative Officer Patrick Thomas spoke about the project, where the idea came from and the next stages involved and how this will be the same civil engineering firm that helped develop downtown Coleman.

“There are similarities to downtown Coleman, but some differences. It’s its own thing, but it has a similar feel to downtown Coleman,” said Thomas.

One of these similarities is the area will feel a lot more like a walk-able environment. Thomas explained it’s going to have dedicated walking paths with plenty of benches and places to rest. There will also be raised parking in the downtown area in the same manner as Coleman.

An addition being planned is a new parking area on the west end of the main street. Overall, Thomas said there is going to be more parking overall, even with the added trees and the areas around the crosswalks.

“That’s 100 per cent for pedestrian safety, you don’t have cars coming out or you don’t have people parking on crosswalks... It’s not losing space, it’s just clarifying what’s already in practice,” added Thomas.

In the plan there is going to be some picnic tables to allow for areas to sit and enjoy views. Incorporated into the design is plenty of “hard-scape” which includes planters and rocks as opposed to only using plant material.

“We want to make it a place where people want to be, really feel home and want to get out,” added

Another aspect of the design included two welcome signs, one on either side of the road, at the start of the main street. There were two designs for people to choose from during the open house.

Thomas mentioned they are also looking at having

the trees light up with electro-receptors for the winter time.

He also mentioned why the municipality started looking at the revitalization project.

“We have some underground utilities that need some attention...

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“We were going to come in and do that work anyway. Instead of putting it back exactly the same, it’s an opportunity to enhance it while its already torn up,” said Thomas.

There is also a proposal to add a washroom facility near the parking lot at the top of the trailhead, linking the different communities together. Thomas said there is some pushback to the project with ‘just leave it alone’ or ‘we don’t need tourists’ being some of the comments he heard.

“The majority of the project is going to have to occur anyway,” explained Thomas.

He also said some people think the concept ‘looks absolutely gorgeous’ in the drawings. Many have complemented how they appreciate it will maintain a similar look to downtown Coleman.

After the design work is complete, construction companies will tender bids this summer and then they will break ground next spring. The design will take a few months to finalize after the open house and the feedback received. Visit crowsnestpass.com to learn more about the project, with more information being available online in the coming weeks after the open house.

drivers time and money with GDL program

Eligible Alberta drivers aged 18 and over will now automatically exit from the Graduated Driver Licence (GDL) program.

Alberta’s government is following through on a promise from April to save new drivers the $154 cost to exit the GDL program. GDL drivers who have completed their 24-month driving period and have no suspensions or demerits within their last 12 months of probation, including zero tolerance for any alcohol and/or drug consumption, will receive a letter informing them of the change in their driver’s licence status to non-GDL.

“GDL was an expensive, duplicative licensing scheme that discriminated against good young drivers. There are 500,000 young Albertans with clean driving records who would need to pay $154 and waste their time to take another driving test. Alberta’s government will continue to make common-sense rules and make life more affordable for Albertans,” said Devin Dreeshen, Minister of Transportation and Economic Corridors.

LISTINGS NEEDED! CALL FOR A COMPLIMENTARY EVALUATION! PENDING

Drivers are not legally required to obtain a new licence card when their GDL period ends. They may do so if they prefer, but they will be required to pay registry fees after June 25. Drivers who don’t obtain a new licence card will have their physical licence upgraded the next time they renew their driver’s licence.

Drivers who do not exhibit safe driving behaviours and incur demerits, suspensions or are ticketed for other unsafe driving offences during the last year of their probation will have their probationary period extended for an additional year.

If the driver is stopped by law enforcement in Alberta, the officer will know they have a full licence through information in the Canadian Police Information Centre.

As of April 1, about 700,000 Albertans were in the GDL program and about 500,000 drivers were eligible to exit the GDL program on April 1 under the new rules.

About 150,000 GDL drivers have exited the GDL program through the interim process since April 1 and the Graduated Driver’s Licence program was established in 2003.

If drivers are travelling outside of Alberta, they need to keep their letter with them in their vehicle or visit a registry and update their physical licence, as law enforcement agencies outside Alberta may not have access to Alberta’s data.

POLICE BRIEFS

There was a total of 52 calls for service received between June 19 and 26. The calls included one assault, one threat/harassment, two mischief (vandalism), two thefts of a motor vehicle, one impaired driving, two disturbing the peace, three other criminal code, five other provincial statutes, five driving complaints, nine motor vehicle collisions, seven assistances to the general public, three suspicious occurrences, one assist to other agencies, three violation tickets/warnings, one false alarm, two animal calls, two Municipal Bylaws and two lost/found.

PUBLIC LIQUOR CONSUMPTION

On June 19, 2023, at approximately 5 p.m., police on patrol in the CNP mall parking lot noticed males consuming liquor in a public area, three 47-year-old males from Winnipeg were charged with consuming liquor in public and issued violation tickets.

FAKE NAME

On June 22, 2023, at approximately 12:30 a.m., a vehicle was stopped for a traffic stop. The 33-year-old female driver from Red Deer provided a false name for a subject who had outstanding warrants. They claimed to be her sister to get out of tickets. Charges of obstructing a peace officer are pending. She was also charged with failure to provide a driver’s licence and operating a vehicle without a valid operator’s licence. The vehicle passenger, a 64-year-old male from

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Innisfail was charged with permitting another to drive an uninsured motor vehicle on the highway. Violation tickets were issued for the traffic offences.

ROAD RAGE

On June 25, 2023, at approximately 2 a.m., there was a complaint of property damage to a commercial building on main street in Bellevue causing considerable damage to the building. It appears two vehicles were involved in a road rage incident and collided. The male and female suspects left the scene. The damaged vehicles were later located. The file is under investigation for pending charges.

OUTSTANDING WARRANTS

On June 25, 2023, police performed a traffic stop of a vehicle in Coleman, a 41-year-old male was arrested on outstanding warrants. The man was also in possession of a prohibited weapon. He was arrested and released on documents for Pincher Creek Courts.

On June 26, 2023, after a traffic stop of a vehicle on Highway 3, a 22-year-old male from High River had outstanding warrants from Calgary Police and High River RCMP . He was released on documents to attend Court.

REMINDERS TO THE PUBLIC

Reminder to drivers, construction season has begun on the highway in Crowsnest Pass, be aware of the flag persons and slow down when going through construction zones. Drivers be patient and be courteous. Fines in construction zones double.

Reminder to drivers to watch for animals in ditches which run across highways. Be aware of your surroundings.

Reminder to property owners to lock your doors and vehicles. Mark your belongings and record serial numbers of tools and other important items.

cut off, and the adults said that she was unfaithful to her husband and he cut her nose off. Although I was frightened by her, her situation taught me that women are equally human. I think here they are, but we can improve.

Life went on and I got old. Living in Canada is so much better than it could have been in the other half of the world. We no longer have slaves and I have a female doctor and studied under female professors.

The real conflict in this day and age is over the theory of evolution. There is no question in my mind that all living and growing things change over time to improve their survival. The question we have not answered is, who really is the fittest that will survive? Is it the rugged, selfish individual or the multitude uniting to assure their own survival? Here the line is not clear.

“There is no Jew or Greek, slave or free, male or female. For you are all one in Christ Jesus.” Galatians 3:28.

We view ourselves as so civilized and advanced these days. It horrified the West to hear on the news about Iran whipping women for not wearing a hijab or Afghanistan, making it illegal for girls to go to school. Canada demanded China uphold human rights and not force its citizens to abandon their religion and way of life.

We forget much of our past easily. Just over a hundred years ago, there were still slaves on our continent. A slave is a human being who has no rights whatsoever. If you had the money to purchase one, you could do with them whatever you wanted. Some grandchildren of slaves walk amongst us today. If you were born to slaves, you were a slave.

If you were born a girl, you couldn’t vote and your husband could beat you to submission. If you were not Caucasian, you had much fewer rights and your children were the same. Well, thank God now Great Britain has a Prime minister of Indian descent, not that I agree with his political views.

Here the government is contemplating paying some First Nations for the land stolen from them against our laws (they weren’t selling and we took it) and soon there will be a public backlash. I am preaching equality but don’t wish to pay for the sins of my fathers. How about you? How can we fix past injustice?

When I started working for the City of Calgary, we excluded women from managerial positions. If they became pregnant, they were forced to resign and reapply after the child was able to go to Day Care. When they did, they lost their seniority. I and some others fought against that rule. Call me a fool, but the world was changing. We started considering human rights.

When I was six, there was a woman that used the bus I went to school on. Her nose was

In the past, it was much more obvious. Some capable person would shed their moral code, hire an army, and take over smaller nations or groups less powerful. The foolish people would join in admiring a strong leader. Little do they know that they will probably end up being exterminated or dying lacking the necessaries of life. Admiring a strong leader and wishing to be like him is the opposite of what some faiths, like Christianity, are all about.

Two thousand years ago, humankind was developing to where a decision had to form. Some simple people from the middle east went to the world preaching that the kingdom of God is at hand. Humans understood that there is a force, not physical or material in nature, which influences human destiny but does not dominate it. That force, which people loosely call God, will not force us to do things. It goes against its nature. Teaching and convincing are necessary to secure a win. It is the only way to have our species buy into it.

I have been studying what I can about that force for over fifty years now. It does much that I don’t understand and it never rests. The believers think it will judge people on judgment day, but it looks to me as if each day is judgment day. Those who choose to follow the selfish strong leader seem to suffer consequences here in this life, not needing hell in the afterlife. I am conflicted, yet my faith is stronger than ever.

With no research or even thinking hard, I can name four or five strong men who must hang on to their political leadership positions to stay out of jail. This forces them to do favors for other selfish people and hurts the poor more than they are now. Often when the powerful lose their grip on power, the punishment is severe.

There are things beyond our comprehension, hidden from our limited senses.

We have great knowledge, but civilizations before us also did and died off. All I know how to do is to be another simple man from the Middle East and try to tell what I think is true. When we need help we pray (Just honesty, no devices.) and trust the force that we can’t see, because it’s good.

Here is a link to my blog: https://thesimpleravenspost.blogspot.ca/ Feel free to check other articles and comment.

DEVELOPMENT PERMITS

The Development Authority of the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass recently approved the following development application(s):

DP2023-109 – 1829 York Creek Drive, Blairmore (Lot 15 Block 2 Plan 9111786). For an “Accessory Building up to 95.2m2” (permitted use)

DP2023-112 – 3014 222 Street, Bellevue (Lot 4 Block 2 Plan 7711490). For an “Accessory Building up to 72.83m2” (permitted use) with a 50% variance to the rear and side yard setbacks

DP2023-113 – 13321 21 Avenue, Blairmore (Lot 7 Block 11 Plan 33191I). For an “Accessory Building up to 72.83m2” (permitted use)

DP2023-115 – 8938 24 Avenue, Coleman (Lot 6 Block 35 Plan 9411899). For an “Accessory Building up to 95.2m2” (permitted use)

Any persons claiming to be adversely affected by the above discretionary development permits or variances may file an appeal by July 13, 2023, to SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT APPEAL BOARD (SDAB) through our Municipal online form or to the or the Land and PROPERTY RIGHTS TRIBUNAL, as may be applicable.

Subdivision and Development Appeal Board

Fee of $400.00 must be included with the appeal Find the online appeal form at www.crowsnestpass.com

Land and Property Rights Tribunal

1229-91 Street SW

Edmonton AB T6X 1E9

Development Officer

Municipality of Crowsnest Pass

Phone: 403 562-8833

Email: development@crowsnestpass.com

2023-2024 FALL& WINTER COMMUNITY HANDBOOK

We are now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 Fall & Winter Community Handbook.

To have your facility events (i.e. community or fundraising event), or organization contact information included in the Community Handbook, please complete and submit the Fall & Winter Community Handbook Application Forms at https:// portal.laserfiche.ca/o8468/ forms/CNP_Community_ Handbook

Please submit your online application by July 7.

ENFORCEMENT FOCUS - JULY

pavement markings indicate, and only when traffic conditions permit; Follow instructions from Flaggers

• Workers, work vehicles, or equipment may enter your lane without warning; Other vehicles may slow, stop, or change lanes unexpectedly

• Be patient and stay calm. Work Zone crew members are working to improve the road and make your future drive safer and better.

COMMUNITY STANDARDS – UNSIGHTLY PREMISES

The Municipality would like to remind residents that, in accordance with Bylaw 1045, 2020 – Community Standards, no person shall cause or permit a nuisance to exist on any property of which they are the owner or occupant. A nuisance includes property that shows signs of a serious disregard for general maintenance and upkeep, whether or not it is detrimental to the surrounding area.

Examples include (but are not limited to):

• Excessive accumulation of materials

• Open or exposed storage of any industrial fluid

• Loose litter, flyers, paper, or similar debris

• Loose building or construction materials, accumulated construction-related litter, untidy work or storage areas

• Presence or accumulation of animal carcasses, domestic animal feces, or animal parts

• Failure to dispose of garbage or waste accumulated in a temporary storage container within a reasonable time

• Damaged, dismantled, derelict, or inoperable vehicles, RVs, whether insured or registered or not

• Any building, structure, vehicle, or RV displaying graffiti visible from surrounding property

• Smelly or messy compost; production of any generally offensive odors

• Unkempt grass higher than 15 cm

• Excessive weeds

• Production of excessive dust, dirt, or smoke

• Any tree, shrub, other type of vegetation or any structure that interferes or obstructs any public work or utility or any sidewalk adjacent to the land; or impairs visibility required for traffic safety; or has any rot or other deterioration

• Any accessible excavation, ditch, drain, or standing water that could pose a danger to the public

• Infestation of rodents, vermin, or insects

• Failure to keep property in a reasonable state of repair

FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES AND FIREWORKS BYLAWS

Backyard fire pits are permitted within the Municipality as long as they meet the definition of an “Acceptable Fire Pit” in accordance with Bylaw 839, 2012 – Fire and Rescue Services. An Acceptable Fire Pit must meet the following specifications:

• A minimum of 3 metres clearance, measured from the nearest fire pit edge, is maintained from buildings, property lines, or other combustible material

• The fire pit height does not exceed 0.6 metres when measured from the surrounding grade to the top of the pit opening

• The fire pit opening does not exceed 1 metre in width or diameter with measured between the widest point or outside edges

• The fire pit installation has enclosed sides made from bricks, concrete blocks, heavy gauge metal, or other non-combustible materials acceptable to the Fire Chief

• A spark arrestor mesh screen with openings no larger than 1.25 cm and constructed of expanded metal (or equivalent non-combustible material) is used to cover the fire pit opening in a manner sufficient to contain and reduce the hazards of airborne sparks

UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS

• Regular Council Meeting - July 4 at 7:00pm

• Regular Council Meeting - July 11 at 1:00pm

** Council meetings are held in the Municipal Council Chambers located at 8502 - 19 Avenue, Coleman. All Council meetings are open to the public with the exception of In Camera items. Packages and minutes can be found on our website at www.crowsnestpass.com

WEED WARRIORS

We are seeking volunteers of all ages to help us in the removal (hand pulling) of invasive plants in Crowsnest Pass. No experience is needed, and drop-ins are welcome. Please bring friends, family, water, and a snack. Dress appropriately for the weather conditions. We will provide gloves.

Wednesdays 9:00am - 12:00pm

• July 5: Lyons Creek | 19 Ave & 132 St, Blairmore

• July 12: York Creek | 20 Ave & 21 Ave, Blairmore

• July 19: Frank Slide | Frank Slide Interpretive Center Parking Lot, Frank

• July 26: Bike Skills Park | 12602 17 Ave, Blairmore

MOVED? CHANGE YOUR MAILING/ EMAIL

ADDRESS?

Property Assessments and Tax Notices have been distributed.

If you own property in the Crowsnest Pass and have changed your mailing address or have signed up for paperless notifications and have changed your email address, you will need to update your information with us by one of the following methods:

TRAFFIC FOCUS CONSTRUCTION

ZONE SAFETY

• Stay alert and minimize distraction; Pay attention to the road; Read and follow the signs; Watch traffic around you, and be prepared to react; Don’t Tailgate

• Merge into the Proper Lane

• Check radio, TV, and websites for traffic information and schedule enough time to drive safely; Expect delays and leave early so you can reach your destination on time

• Obey the posted speed limit; Change lanes only where

Open Air Fires, defined as a fire which is not an incinerator fire, pit fire, public park site fire and which shall include grass fires, forest and brush fires, running fires, structure fires, building fires, wood scrap fires, ground thawing fires, and chattel fires, require an Open Air Fire Permit obtainable from the Fire Chief.

Fireworks cannot be purchased, possessed, handled, discharged, fired or set off within the Municipality unless a Fireworks Permit has been obtained. Additionally, fireworks cannot be sold without a valid Sales Permit.

Please visit https://www.crowsnestpass.com/municipalgovernment/council/bylaws to view our complete bylaws.

• Complete the form found at: https://portal.laserfiche. ca/o8468/forms/Address-Change

• Update your mailing address on your Certificate of Title with Alberta Land Titles (this takes approximately 2 months to be forwarded to the Municipality)

• Contact the Municipality at 403-563-2203 or taxroll@ crowsnestpass.com

Property owners are responsible to pay taxes and utilities by the respective deadlines whether or not a notice is received.

If you have not received your tax notice within a few weeks of April 30, please contact the Tax Department at 403-5632203 or taxroll@crowsnestpass.com to obtain a copy.

CCHS Athletics awards show

Crowsnest Consolidated High School held their award ceremony for athletic achievement on June 20.

The event started with a welcome from Mathew Hennig, the physical education teacher for junior and senior high. Hennig also helped present awards on behalf of any coaches unable to attend. Awards were given out for a variety of sports, along with some major awards at the end of the evening that included scholarships.

The Senior Golf members were given a team award, with Colin Pitt, Connor Pitt, Brayden Anctil and Landon Sokoloski taking home the honours.

In Cross Country Running, Marin Anderson won Most Valuable Runner, Ivy Folkard won the Spirit Award and Asher Vanderplas won Rookie of the Year.

There were two Junior B Girls Volleyball teams this year, with each team handing out three awards. The first team saw Natalie Kirkman win the Coach’s Award, Bryar Cytko win the MVP award and Haeven Brecht win Most Improved. The second team saw Nuella Shepherd win Rookie of the Year, Madison Boland win Most Improved and Adley Murray win the Leadership award.

In Junior A Girls Volleyball the award for Most Improved went to Neleta Crombie, Sportsmanship went to Ayla Smith and MVP went to Saiya Miklos.

For Junior B Boys Volleyball, the award for Leadship was won by Cohen Folkard, Sportsmanship was won by Elliott Ames and Heart and Hustle was won by Phoenix Gagnon.

The winners for Junior A Boys Volleyball included Topher Oleson winning Most Improved, Jayden H. Genaille winning Heart and Hustle and Archer Ames winning Sportsmanship.

Moving up to Senior Girls Volleyball, the winner for MVP was Luca Canderan, the winner for Leadership was Ella McNeil and the Most Improved Player was Isabella Dodds.

In the Senior Boys Volleyball group, the award for MVP was won by Silas Mertz, the Most Improved Player was Colin Pitt and the Sportsmanship award went to Bjarne Hermann.

The awards for Junior B Boys Basketball went to Levi Goin for MVP, Carson Hay for Best Work Ethic and Ausi Crombie for Most Improved.

In Junior A Boys Basketball, Austin Norris won MVP, Ben Poloni won Heart and Hustle and Tristen Kriger won Most Improved.

For the Junior B Girls Basketball team, the Most Improved Player was Abby Makin, the Lightning Award went to Hailey Burke and Rookie of the Year went to Cydney Gillard.

In Senior Girls Basketball, Emma Colmer Adams won MVP, Ivy Folkard won Leadership and Marin Anderson won the Spirit Award.

The MVP for Senior Boys Basketball was Silas Mertz, The Most Improved Player was Logan Davidson and the Most Dedicated went to Sergio Vazquez.

The Junior Badminton awards were given to Hailey Burke for Most Improved Female, Connor Cleveland for Most Improved Male and Atticus Hamilton for Most Dedicated.

In Senior Badminton, the award for Most Dedicated was won by Cierra Dauphinee, the Hardest Smash was won by Moritz Voelschow and the Team Spirit Award went to Lotta Schmauss.

Junior Track and Field had two Rookies of the Year in Nuella Shepherd and Levi Goin, with the Leadership Award going to Eve Winter. In Senior Track and Field, the only award went to Marin Anderson for leadership.

The last sport to receive dedicated awards was Senior Baseball. The winner for MVP was Brayden Anctil, the winner for Most Dedicated was Colin Pitt and the Most Improved was Bryden Markowski.

was Kate Brown.

The Jim Strandquist Memorial Award, presented by Hailey Strandquist, was donated by the Strandquist family in memory of Jim Strandquist, a former CCHS student, who excelled in Curling and Basketball. The award is presented to a member of the Senior Boys Basketball team who has shown the most sportsmanship and dedication from the beginning of the season to the end, with Logan Davidson winning this year.

The Academic Athlete of the Year Award, also known as the Rick Sygutek/ Martin Graf Memorial Award, was presented by Lisa Sygutek in memory of Rick Sygutek, a former CCHS student, who excelled in music and participated in the intramural program and was a member of the Volleyball team and in memory of Martin Graf, a former CCHS student who excelled in music and participated in the High School Curling Program.

The purpose of this award is to honour a male and a female student who have participated in the overall school program during their high school career. The recipients must not only have participated in sports and school activities but must also have a high academic standing. This year, the winners were the same as year before, with Silas Mertz and Marin Anderson taking home the award.

The last award was the Frank Capron Senior High Athlete of the Year Award presented by David Vigna. This award is presented to the male and female students who are selected as this year’s most outstanding Senior High Athletes. The individual characteristics that are necessary in achieving this award include leadership ability, sportsmanship, improvement, dedication, and a high level of performance and ability in each of the sports they participate in. Recipients of this award may be selected from Grades 10 through 12. The winners were Marin Anderson and Brayden Anctil.

Thank you to team members of the Pincher Creek Emergency Services and the Southwest Alberta Regional Search and Rescue for your quick response to aid and assist me on Monday June 5, 2023. The medical care and attention given to me was very much appreciated.

I am home now from the hospital to recover and heal from hip surgery.

The Goodwin Junior High Athlete of the Year Award, presented by Jane Goodwin, is presented to the male and female students who are selected as this year’s most outstanding Junior High Athlete. The individual characteristics that are necessary in achieving this award include demonstrating leadership, sportsmanship, dedication, and a high level of performance and ability in each of the sports they participate in. Winners must also meet the CCHS Academic Standards. This year’s winners were Neleta Crombie and Cohen Folkard. This year’s Goodwin Scholarship recipient

Herald Editorial

LISA SYGUTEK

As we approach Canada Day, I thought it would be appropriate to embrace the true essence of the Canadian identity.

As we reflect upon the diverse tapestry that is Canada, it becomes apparent that defining what it means to be Canadian is no simple task. It is an intricate mosaic of values, traditions, and ideals that have woven themselves into the very fabric of our nation. While attempting to encapsulate the essence of Canadian identity is a complex endeavor, there are several core attributes that unite us and shape our collective character.

First and foremost, Canadians are known for their unwavering spirit of inclusivity and multiculturalism. Our nation stands as a beacon of diversity, embracing individuals from all corners of the globe. We celebrate our multicultural heritage, valuing the contributions of every citizen, regardless of their background or origin. The rich tapestry of cultures, languages, and traditions that coexist within our borders is a testament to the open-hearted nature of our society.

Additionally, Canadians are renowned for their kindness and politeness. We take pride in our reputation for being friendly and welcoming to both our fellow citizens and visitors alike. The image of a Canadian offering a heartfelt apology for an accidental bump is not just a stereotype; it exemplifies the genuine politeness that permeates our interactions. We extend a helping hand to those in need and strive to create a harmonious environment that fosters compassion and understanding.

Another crucial aspect of Canadian identity is our deep connection to the vast and breathtaking natural landscapes that define our nation. From the majestic Rocky Mountains to the pristine shores of the Atlantic and Pacific, Canadians cherish and respect the environment. We understand the importance of environmental stewardship, striving to preserve our natural wonders for future generations. The call of the wilderness resonates deeply within us, nurturing our love for outdoor activities and fostering a sense of adventure.

Moreover, Canadians hold a profound belief in fairness and social justice. We endeavor to build an egalitarian society where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and thrive. The principles of equality, human rights, and social inclusion are ingrained in our national consciousness. We take pride in our healthcare system, our commitment to education, and our efforts to create a society that is just and equitable for all.

Lastly, Canadians exhibit resilience and a strong sense of community. We come together in times of hardship, supporting one another through adversity. Whether it is responding to natural disasters, lending a helping hand to our neighbors, or standing up for social causes, Canadians demonstrate a remarkable unity and solidarity.

To be Canadian is to embrace diversity, kindness, environmental stewardship, fairness, and community. It is to value inclusivity and multiculturalism, to radiate politeness, and to cherish our natural wonders. It is to believe in equality, social justice, and the well-being of all citizens. Our Canadian identity is a reflection of the values and virtues that we hold dear. As we navigate the ever-changing world, let us continue to nurture and uphold these defining traits that make us proud to call ourselves Canadians.

Herald “Letters to the Editor” Policy

Policy: The Pass Herald welcomes Letters to the Editor that examine issues, but reserves the right to edit for length, libel and syntax. Writers must sign letters and include first and last names, address and telephone number. Address and telephone numbers will not be published. Only in exceptional cases will the Pass Herald withhold the name of the writer and in those cases the writer must disclose his/her name, address and telephone number to the Editor. Electronic email will be considered an electronic signature. Letters to the Editor do not reflect the opinion of the Pass Herald. Letters cannot exceed 600 words. We have limited space, but we do enjoy printing every article. So please, to allow everyone to express their opinion, keep the letters short and to the point. We do have the right to refuse any letter that in our judgement may contain libel or libelous opinions. Should a litigation result from your letter, you as the writer are responsible but so is this newspaper as the publisher. The Pass Herald is a family owned community newspaper and therefore reserves the right to refuse any advertisement that in our opinion does not follow our mandate. We cannot accept advertisements or letters criticizing or disparaging other advertisers, companies or individuals or any advertisements directed to a religion or race. Deadline for submission is the Friday prior to publication.

Municipal council news and briefs

The Municipality of Crowsnest Pass regular council meeting received concerns and updates on June 20.

One of the concerns was a letter from Sheldon Philp about Green Mountain’s request to purchase the road allowance on the edge of the property. Philp, along with his wife Tammy Minarovich, own a portion of the property directly across from the road allowance in question.

“There are a couple of flaws in Green Mountains side of this story over this road allowance,” said Philp.

The road allowance is their only legal access to the property on the south side of the river.

“Any closure of this road allowance will landlock our property to any kind of future development,” explained Philp.

The council later received a service areas update, including areas around the municipality including the pool and Pass Powderkeg. The pool opened for the summer on May 19 and according to the update, swim lessons have been very popular. So far, they had 170 registrations by June 8. There have been zero hours of operations lost due to a lack of staff, but three hours were lost due to a chemical issue with the hot tub. The Pass Piranhas have their swim meet on July 14 and 15, with an expected 250 swimmers.

At Pass Powderkeg Community Resort, the summer events include Alberta Orienteering events from

June 14 to 17, the Transrockies Mountain Bike Race on July 15 and 16, the Crowsnest 100 from August 4 to 6 and the UROC Funduro on September 9 and 10.

Summer operations opened June 9 with rentals, retail and food and beverage available at the lodge. They have an updated trail map created by a local artist that has been finished and will be printed this summer and installed in time for next winter. Trail maintenance has started for the summer with two trail crew staff working to clear runs and getting the lodge area ready for summer operations.

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee has recommended it is best to do a one season trial for the outdoor rink in the Crowsnest Pass. The committee wants to place it in a temporary location to assess if this new service is viable. This temporary location will provide the most “cost effective location” to try the outdoor skating rink.

They agreed the Coleman Sports Complex is the most efficient site to be considered, prior to a permanent decision being made as to the final location.

“Building an arena system, purchasing equipment and upgrading this facility for a permanent location should not happen until a test season has been completed,” read the report.

It goes on to explain how the test season will provide information relative to how many days the ice will last in the Crowsnest Pass’ climate, the man hours needed to maintain the service and what users are on the ice surface. This will help them determine the project’s viability before purchasing equipment as well, explained the report.

There was also a public hearing for Bylaw No. 1152, 2023, a Fees, Rates and Charges Bylaw Amendment. The amendment will add annual lease fees for Encroachment Agreements and a Development Permit penalty fee. The bylaw passed second and third Readings

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COLEMAN COMMUNITY SOCIETY PRESENTS ...

CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS

CELEBRATION DU LA FETE DU CANADA

SATURDAY JULY 1ST 2023

DOWNTOWN COLEMAN

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

830am - 11am I Pancake Breakfest at Coleman Legio n

11 am I PARADE - through downtown Coleman "National Historic Site"

12pm - 4pm I Fun Day at Flum erfelt Park - Astro Jump - Live.Music - Fo od

Vendors - Selfie Booth, To onie Yoga, kids games, birthday cake & mo re

1pm - 3pm IColeman Seniors' Strawberry Tea & Bake Sale at the Coleman Seniors Drop - In centre

Coleman Legion I12pm - 4pm BBQ, flag raising, awards, cake & live music

*Don't forget to visit the Crowsnest Museum & APP Barracks

Thank you to our Sponsors

Municipality of Crowsnest Pass

Crowsnest Ag Society

Coleman Community Society is looking for you! “Join the Parade” Call 403-563-5408 to register

There are also train rides happening at the train park in Blairmore. Tickets will be given out at Flumerfelt Park.

Canada Day cake at 1 pm. Toonie Yoga will be at 2 pm. Face painting through the afternoon. Indigenous Art and Craft Market June, 24, 25 and June 30, July 1, 2 at the Museum Live music starts at the legion at 4 pm.

Last week, I was convinced to go and try one of the smoothies at Crocket’s Trading Post, and I was absolutely blown away with how tasty it was.

The first one I tried was the Peach Mango smoothie, which was incredibly delicious and tasted so natural. After reading the ingredients I understood why. It is a very simple smoothie using apple juice concentrate as a base, but it was perfect nonetheless. I almost forgot to take a photo of the Peach Mango smoothie before I drank it all!

I also tried the Strawberry Banana flavour, which was less sweet, but still very good. The banana was far more toned down than the peach and mango and made for a tasty beverage.

I was also amazed at the variety of other products they offer, including coffee from here in the Crowsnest Pass and unique teas.

I also had my eye on a cola they sold. It was called ‘M. Schneider and Son Cola!’ The pop was very tasty, although the can felt strange to hold with the giant sticker across the can. Aesthetically it was bit jarring but the flavour was good and is worth a try.

I recommend heading over to Crocket’s to try a smoothie. The staff are absolutely wonderful to chat with. I look forward to going back soon.

I’m off to try out Chris’ Restaurant this week and see what they have to offer.

COLEMAN

parking and stunning, panoramic mountain views in a fantastic location. Amazing access to Chinook X country ski area, Fernie, and miles of backcountry adventures. $309,000 CALL JOHN MLS

COLEMAN LOT

Beautiful prime mountain lot in Kananaskis Wilds, close to mountain backcountry trails, forest reserve, and spectacular cross country skiing at Allison Lake Rec area. KW offers some of the best value for large, fully serviced (including wired internet) lots in the Canadian Rockies. No commitment to build. $127,500 CALL JOHN MLS

COLEMAN

Expertly renovated and updated mountain cabin in the Crowsnest Pass. This cozy 2 bedroom with a den requires nothing. Beautiful Douglas Fir woodwork throughout the home. South facing sunroom. Very clean and updated basement with blown in Styrofoam insulation, newer hot water tank and high efficiency natural gas furnace. A very inviting sitting room used as an office upstairs. Two good-sized bedrooms. $269,900 CALL JOHN MLS

HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL

Fantastic opportunity for commercial location along busy Highway 3. East and West bound traffic access. Currently a successful local fly-fishing shop, known to fly fishermen throughout Canada. Zoned C1 which allows for many different uses. High traffic volume in front of the property.

$435,000 CALL JOHN MLS

BELLEVUE LOT

Commercial land with east and west access on busy Hwy 3 corridor. Located at first entrance to the Crowsnest Pass with access to municipal water and sewer. This property can be acquired with the bordering property, Crowsnest Angler. Tremendous commercial and opportunity. $190,000 CALL JOHN MLS

BLAIRMORE CONDO

Wonderful 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo on desired main floor. Southern exposure with nice mountain views. Condo fees include heat, water, and building insurance. Close to shopping, pool, ski hill and other central amenities. Great investment property in tight rental market or great option for low maintenance living. $129,000 CALL JOHN MLS

HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL

Just over one acre of highway commercial property with west and east bound access on Highway 3. Fully serviced with sewer, water and power. Rare piece of fully serviced land with proper highway access. $499,000 CALL JOHN MLS

Spacious modern house with vaulted ceilings, in-floor heat, and open floor plan. Four very large bedrooms, including large master suite. Main floor laundry. Bright, fully developed basement with wet bar. Large attached double car garage with 8 foot doors and in-floor heat. Extra large Shop with in-floor heat and washroom. Exceptional

World circuit race ‘runs’ through the Pass

NICHOLAS ALLEN Pass Herald Reporter

The Minotaur SkyRace, the only North American stop on the Skyrunner World Series circuit, was held in the Crowsnest Pass on June 24.

“The Minotaur SkyRace is a rugged, remote, and technical course in the high alpine. You will never find another racecourse like this one,” according to the Meet the Minotaur website.

The overall top three for the Minotaur SkyRace were Jackson Cole with a time of 4:21:04.7. On his heels in second was Peter Frano with a time of 4:21:40.9. Jessie McAuley too third place with a time of 4:31:47.0.

Nicolas Molina, Ryan Phebus, Ryan Atkins, Sage Canaday, Ethan Peters, Simon Kearns and Ryan Skotnicki rounded out the overall top ten. The top ten male and female finishers for the SkyRace received cash prizes.

The Mini-Taur 10 km, which Meet The Minotaur calls “the hardest 10 km in Canada”, saw a very competitive field this year. On the men’s podium Michio Green, the overall winner, set a new course record and came in at 1:14:39. Mike Yurko took second place with a time of 1:24:28 and Cam Foss rounded out the top three men with a time of 1:32:35.

The women’s field saw Courtney Brohart take the win and 3rd place overall. Brohart had a time of 1:24:48, just behind Yurko. Janelle Smiley crossed the finish shortly after with a time of 1:26:14 (4th overall) and Aly Walford was 5th overall and 3rd on the women’s podium with a time of 1:26:45.

All Mini-Taur podium winners received cash prizes with $500 for first place, $250 for second place and $150 for third place. The money was supplied by Arc’teryx, along with product prizing according to Meet the Minotaur’s Facebook page.

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FOR RENT

To inquire about the availability of an apartment for rent in Blairmore call 403-562-8144.

SERVICES

The Crowsnest Pass AA group has moved effective January 2, 2022. We now meet once a week. SUNDAY NIGHTS ONLY at 7:00 pm. Compass Fellowship Church. 2029 - 130th St., Blairmore, AB. Looking forward to seeing you.

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BUILDINGS FOR SALE

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS

Estate of SHIRLEY MAXINE RINKE, who died on May 27, 2023. If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by July 31, 2023. and provide details of your claim

with Tracey Linderman Box 73 Hillcrest, AB T0K 1W0

If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

FEED AND SEED

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REAL ESTATE

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RANCHLANDS VICTIM SERVICES

ASSISTANT COORDINATOR

Ranchlands Victim Services Unit works in partnership with the Crowsnest Pass, Pincher Creek, Piikani, Fort MacLeod, and Claresholm RCMP detachments to provide support, assistance, information and referrals to victims of crime and/or tragedy.

This part-time position requires a self-motivated individual to provide the Victim Services program service delivery to support victims of crime and tragedy in these communities on a regular and consistent basis. This position would provide a liaison between the Ranchlands Victim Service Unit, Child Family services, community agencies, criminal justice system, social services and RCMP. This position is subject to Grant funding.

Responsibilities of this position focus on providing targeted services to ensure that victims of crime can access their rights as victims as outlined in both the Canadian Victims Bill of Rights and the Alberta Victims of Crime Act. The key to this service is the building and maintaining of relationships with the victim(s) that may require a facilitated referral approach. Relationships with community agencies/ stakeholders and with other community representatives/members are also significant service targets. Additionally, it will be vitally important to participate in activities that promote victim services. The goal is to provide a consistent, safe response to all victims of crime.

Qualifications/Skills Required:

• Post-secondary education in the human services field or equivalent related experience and education

• Excellent problem-solving, time management and organizational skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build relationships with staff, volunteers, RCMP members and other community partners and stakeholders.

• Ability to work with diverse populations and people in crisis

• A willingness to sometimes work a flexible schedule to accommodate events

• Must be proficient in the use of technology

• Must have a valid driver’s license

• Must obtain and maintain an enhanced RCMP security clearance

• Ability to work within RCMP-VSU operational policies and procedures

• Complete all training through Alberta Justice and Solicitor General

• Knowledge and experience working in the Criminal Justice System would be an asset

Salary commensurate with education and experience

Application Deadline: Advertisement will remain open until a suitable candidate is hired. Submit resume via email only to: shelly-anne.dennis@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

Shelly-Anne Dennis - Executive program manager - Ranchlands Victim Services Society Unit

We thank you for your application however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Devonshire Realty 780-9406508; drizzoli@maxwellrealty. ca.

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Branch Manager Kneehill Soil Services Ltd.

We are an independent crop inputs retailer located in central Alberta with a well-established presence in our communities. with a proven track record of providing high quality products and services to our customers. We offer an excellent starting wage, performance bonus plan and group benefits package including health and dental plans. Our company is family focused with a history of great staff retention.

Currently we have a management/sales opportunity at our Drumheller location. The candidate who fills this position would be responsible for all of aspects of the retail sales of that office as well as the efficient and profitable operations of that location.

Primary duties include sales and service of seed, fertilizer, and crop protection products as well as managing custom application. This individual would also be responsible for leading a small team of employees and managing plant operations.

Please email cover letter and resume to: Kneeljb@telus.net

Closing date: July 15, 2023

Vet clinic hit by vehicle

At 2 a.m. on the 25 of June we awoke to a commotion on the street. Our bedroom window overlooks the Main Street and the old dairy ice cream store. We could hear yelling and screeching of tires.

For fear of damage to our own car, which was parked on the side street, I got out of bed and looked outside. I saw a white truck turning out from in front of the clinic, into the street and onto the other side of the road, where it then proceeded to ram a stationary blue car that was idling in front of the ice cream shop. A few people were left fighting in the street after the car and truck sped off.

They quickly scattered. I called the police to advise of the disturbance, then shortly after our security company called to advise a motion sensor was set off in the clinic. At this point we didn’t know what damage had occurred to the front of the building. We feared that the left-over people were trying to break in and ran down to see what had happened.

We then we saw the massive damage to the front of our building. The glass panels were shattered and the structure bent and broken in various places. Inside the clinic, our reception desk was hit badly with multiple drawers broken and the back end of the desk broken out. It doesn’t appear that anyone had entered the clinic or attempted to steal anything, making us think that we were not a target and the damage to our building was accidental.

We cleaned up the site as best as we could to enable placement of a temporary barricade for the remainder of the early morning until we could get it properly fixed. We had planned to do this ourselves when the hardware store opened.

Later that morning I posted the incident on Facebook so people could help give tips to the police and understand why the clinic was in such disarray. We were pleasantly surprised to receive a very kind phone call from Lorne at Complete Exteriors who offered to come and board up the clinic!

Later in the day John Clarke offered to collect the debris and take it to the tip for us while we continued the temporary repairs and clean up. We received many offers of help and assistance from a lot of people, and we are so thankful for the support and care shown by our small community.

That’s about it! I made contact with the police later on and they advised they know who is involved and charges will be laid accordingly.

THOMAS JANIGA

July 5, 1932 - June 20, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas Janiga on June 20, 2023 at the Crowsnest Pass Health Care Centre, Blairmore, AB. He was 90 years of age.

Left to mourn his passing and celebrate his life is his wife, Sharon Janiga; his children, Joan (Clarence) Bohmer, Judy Emslie and Dianne (Darcy) Sorochan; his daughter-in-law, Angela Janiga; his grandchildren, Chance, Jace, Ryan (Elizabeth), Alisha (Shaun), Sheldon (Danielle), Michael (Mo), Derek, Brandon, Jordan, Morgan (Emily) and Victoria (Jordan); as well as eight great-grandchildren and his extended family.

He was predeceased by his brother, Martin Janiga; and his son, Martin Thomas Janiga.

With respect for Tom’s wishes, no funeral service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations will be gratefully accepted by the Crowsnest Pass SPCA (PO Box 725 Blairmore, AB T0K 0E0), or STARS (www.stars.ca). Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.

Fantin’s Funeral chapel entrusted with the arrangements. (403) 562-8555

COLLEEN FAYE BOUCHER

(Née: Orcutt)

October 28, 1948 - June 20, 2023

It is with incredible sadness that we announce the passing of Colleen Faye Boucher on June 20, 2023 at the Crowsnest Pass Health Care Centre, Blairmore, AB. She was 74 years of age.

Colleen was born in Lethbridge, AB on October 28, 1948 to parents, Maude and Lloyd Orcutt. She grew up on the family farm just outside of Coaldale, AB where, along with her siblings, she learned to appreciate family, friends and all of life’s blessings. As a young woman, she met and fell in love with Ernie Boucher. They wed on June 29, 1968 and went on to raise two wonderful daughters and make countless happy memories over their almost fifty-five-year marriage.

When she wasn’t busy taking care of her family, Colleen enjoyed gardening, bowling, playing bingo and trying her luck gambling. She also had a talent for playing piano by ear, and was a devoted member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 19, Bellevue Ladies’ Auxiliary. Her delicious baking graced many bake sales over the years and, most importantly, found its way into care packages for her cherished grandchildren. More than anything, Colleen loved spending time with her family and friends. She loved her food almost as much as she loved them, so she never passed up the opportunity to combine the two in a lunch date. Colleen had a smile that could light up any room, her hugs were second-to-none, and when she said “I love you”, you didn’t just hear it, you felt it, too. She brought joy to the hearts of everyone she knew, and that is a treasure we cannot lose.

Left to mourn her passing and celebrate her life is her husband, Ernie Boucher of Hillcrest, AB; her daughters, Shanda (Kent) Strandquist and Kara (Dean) Civitarese; her grandchildren, Braydon (Taylor) Strandquist, Cody (Tiffany) Strandquist, Londyn (Colton Newton) Strandquist, Chase (Olivia Hoyt) Civitarese and Zoë (Spencer Dorge) Civitarese; her sisters, Shelley (George) Goertzen of Crossfield, AB and Patti Wright of Coaldale, AB; her sister-in-law, Dana Orcutt of Coaldale, AB; as well as numerous nieces and nephews; her extended family; and many friends.

She was predeceased by her parents, Maude and Lloyd Orcutt of Lethbridge, AB; and her brother, Darryl Orcutt of Coaldale, AB.

With respect for Colleen’s wishes, no funeral service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations will be gratefully accepted by A Better Chance Animal Rescue (PO Box 1034 Pincher Creek, AB T0K 1W0). Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.

Fantin’s Funeral chapel entrusted with the arrangements. (403) 562-8555

Crowsnest Pass flagged as new tourism corridor

Three pilot corridors from across Canada have been selected to accelerate inter-provincial and territorial destination development.

On June 8, Destination Canada announced it has launched a new pilot project called the Tourism Corridor Strategy Program, which aims to accelerate the intentional development of tourism corridors or clusters of tourism assets across Canada. In partnership with a variety of groups across provincial and territorial boundaries, they claim this collaborative project will benefit not only the communities and destinations involved but will also bolster Canada’s competitiveness by giving visitors more reasons to travel to new regions across Canada.

They classify a corridor as a geographic region or a route that connects different destinations with significant tourist attractions, such as: historical sites, natural landscapes, or cultural events.

Corridors have the potential to offer a range of attractions and experiences that are connected by a scenic and convenient route, making them popular amongst visitors who want to explore multiple destinations in a single journey, ultimately benefitting local communities.

“As a country, we aim to offer legendary experiences for our guests, end-to-end but for our tourism sector to grow and truly thrive, we must equally consider the aspirations of communities as hosts,” said Marsha Walden, President and CEO, Destination Canada, “Our new pilot program will help to fill the existing gap in cross-boundary, intentional, destination development and ultimately help build a more resilient tourism industry that contributes to the wealth and wellbeing of Canadians, while also making Canada a more competitive destination, aligning our

offering with the expectations of today’s high value guests.”

As part of the Tourism Corridor Strategy Program, Destination Canada, along with a consultant, and selected corridor partners will co-create and deliver a strategy, implementation plan, and financial plan to support a regenerative approach to the development of these tourism corridors in the future.

“Canada makes all senses come alive with an abundance of natural beauty, captivating international business events, riveting cultural performances, and eye-opening Indigenous experiences. Domestic and international visitors alike have a growing interest in more sustainable forms of tourism, and Canada is well-positioned to deliver. The Tourism Corridor Strategy Program will promote the visitors’ economy across Canada, strengthen our tourism ecosystem, and supports vibrant, thriving communities from coast to coast to coast for long-term prosperity,” said Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance.

Applications to be part of the pilot program opened to industry in February 2023. Following a comprehensive review process, Destination Canada has selected three high-potential tourism corridors to support for 2023. The selected projects include:

Atlantic Canada UNESCO Tourism Corridor, the Northern Indigenous Tourism Lodge Network and Sustainable Journey from Prairies to Pacific.

The last project leverages Highway 3, which is a key interprovincial corridor linking the large urban hubs of Southern Alberta and British Columbia’s lower mainland. Destination Canada said this corridor will integrate the existing strategies and experience themes in Alberta and British Columbia to produce potential investment opportunities, as well as infrastructure enhancements to grow demand and manage visitation in the long-term.

“The Prairies to Pacific Corridor initiative will support investments in authentic and transformational experiences, along with the necessary infrastructure and amenities, across the route, thereby increasing interactions between residents, visitors, and place; increasing the dollars spent in our communities; and, motivating overnight stays in all seasons, to ensure regenerative benefits that tourism can bring are enjoyed year-round. This support from Destination Canada and the important partnership with Travel Alberta will allow tourism to continue to support vibrant, thriving communities across our provinces,” said Alison McKay, Vice President of Destination Management for Destination BC.

Visit destinationcanada.com for more information on the other projects.

Canada Day Parade Route - Downtown Coleman