July/August 2014 - Elkford Chamber of Commerce

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July/August 2014
Volume 8 Issue 6
Grade 6 Group Trip to Blue Lake
Elkford's Grade 6 group would like to thank the following businesses and individuals for making the
Blue Lake trip possible:
Teck Coal Ltd
Western Financial Group (Formerly Falkins)
Leyden Bus Lines
Majic Purdy Law Corporation (Glen Purdy)
BP Industrial Services
Special thanks to our bus drivers Amber Smith, Shirley Dennuse and John VanBeers. A huge thank
you to the parent chaperones and Patti Streeter. Without you our trip would not have been possible.
“You think it's hot here?” - God
Join us at Immanuel Lutheran Church
2700 Balmer Drive
across from
Rocky Mountain Elementary School
Sunday service at 4:00 pm
Need to talk to a Pastor?
Call toll free 1-866-426-7564
check out our website at www.eklutheran.ca
[email protected]
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Chauncey Ridge Food Mart
Elkford Mini-Mart/Fas Gas
Race Trac Gas/Daybreak Café
Elkford Motor Inn & Restaurant
Kapps Pizza House
Kootenay Market
Elkford General Store
District of Elkford
Cross Circuit
BC Elkford Liquor Store
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Elk Valley Congregational Church
elkvalleycongregational.org
What a marvelous way to start a day...looking outside and seeing the sun shining, and very little wind. A day that calls
us to come out and enjoy, maybe come out to work or play. After all the cloudy, wet, dreary days we have had, this is a
blessing.
However, in view of the fact I am writing this article on June 20, 2014, we think back to one year ago. Although
Elkford received some damage due to the flooding of the river, most of us had our ears and eyes attuned to the disaster
in Alberta. Especially if you have friends or family in the affected area.
Paul and I were in High River last week and saw the restoration that has gone on in the months since the flood. Many
homes have been cleaned up, many businesses have been reopened. Work is being done on the Sheep River to protect
the residents from the river overflowing again and causing the damage that we witnessed last year.
However, many people are still displaced, many of them living in trailers south of the town. Their houses in High River
are going to be destroyed because of the massive damage that was done. These homes are boarded up and a very sad
reminder of the power of water.
How does a family move forward when they have lost everything? Thankfully, people are resilient and many people
reached out to help other people in the emergency. That was very positive to hear about, however, there were also the
other stories of people not stepping outside their doors to assist a neighbor.
The owners of the areas affected must take time to grieve the loss. It is important to work through the anger, the loss
of precious mementos, the loss of friends or neighbors and the overall grief that affects an entire town or area. Talking out
the frustration, crying alone and with loved ones, finding something in the mess that makes you laugh. These are healing
events. Also reach out to others and reach out to the Lord... He can be and will be ( if you ask) your stabilizing factor. I
am aware many people would be angry with God after a devastating flood or other disaster... however, did anyone ask
God if that is where they should build or live? God is there to listen to you, He is there to sustain you through the
struggles and scripture tells us... Joshua 1:5 ... “I will never leave you or forsake you.” These are the words of God
Almighty. Therefore when life is really hard, where there seems to be no answers, call on Him who will never leave you or
forsake you. God is reliable.
Until September, have a safe summer.
Blessings
Pastor Kay
AGNES CREEK TRADING
Reno Decks Flooring
Handyman Projects
Call Jack. Cell: 425-5327
865-7221
T.O.P.S.
(Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) #5097 Elkford Chapter
Meet regularly every Tuesday at the
Elk Valley Congregational Church Basement
Confidential weigh in: 4:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Meetings: 4:30 p.m. ‘til 5:30 p.m.
Everyone is welcome and we strive to educate each
other pertaining to nutrition and food values.
For further information call Renie @ 865-2029
or Lila @ 865-7190
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Thank you to our 2014 Wildcat Days Silent Auction sponsors:
Alpine Lumber
Arrowana
Art with Teri Cleverly
Aspire Salon
Best Western
Board Stiff
Buds & Blooms
Calaway Park
Canada Post
Canadian Tire
Cat Rental
Causeway Bay
Cheryl Otting
Cindy Gallinger
Coal Miners Gallery
Coal Valley
Colette Owens - Epicure
Commit Snow & Skate
Community Futures East Kootenay
Dairy Queen
District of Elkford
East Kootenay Community Credit Union
Elkford Wine Steward
Ephraim & Jean May
Farinabella
Fernie Alpine Resort
Fernie Chrysler
Fernie Ford
Fernie Forge
Fernie Home Hardware Building Centre
Gear Hub
Ghostrider Motorsports
Giv’er Shirt Works
Hair Eloquence
Happy Cow Ice Cream & Desserts
Healing Hollow
Heather MacKenzie – Bookkeeping for Small Business
Indian Springs Golf, Eureka
Joy Global
Kaltire
Kootenay Market
Kuts N’ Kurls
Lundrigan’s Lock & Key
Mandy McGregor
Mountain High Adventures
Mountain Ink
Mountain Meadows Golf Course
Muddy Waters Drywall & Renovations
Napa Autoparts
Nicole & Kelli Klein
Odyssey
Rocky Mountain Optometry
SMS Equipment
Sparwood Remedy’s RX
Stephanie’s Glass & Art Studio
Summer Breeze
Teck
The Free Press
The Guide’s Hut
Western Financial Group
Thank you to our 2014 Wildcat Days Vendors:
Aspire Salon * Buds & Blooms * Elkford Public Library * Elkford Recycles * Emily Chang *
Epicure (Colette Owens) * Fabulously Mommy & Me * Fortis BC * Gel Water Beads *
Glow with the Green Man * Hair Eloquence * Handcrafts Unlimited * Independent Beach Body *
IT Works * Nucerity * Protect The Peel * Pure Life Family Chiropractic * RDEK *
Shimmering Lights * Twisted Threadz * Which Craft * Wildsafe BC
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Housekeeping Services
Thank You
Reliable and efficient housekeeper
available
This is a big Thank you to everyone who made my
tax season so busy. Thank you for referrals and
thank you to new clients for coming to me.
I hope you have received your Notice of
Assessment and everything is fine. However there
seems to be a new policy in CRA to disallow claims &
leave you to prove that they are correct. If you have
a problem with your return, feel free to give me a call.
I can help you figure it out whether you are a current
client or new.
5 years experience
with excellent references.
It is amazing how a couple
of hours a week of cleaning,
or whatever suits your needs,
can free up your time.
Call Leslie at
Cell: 250-304-5527
Email: [email protected]
Volleyball Season Fast Approaching:
Coaches Needed
The Pierre Parizeau Benefit Jam
As we welcome the spring season to Elkford, and
students begin to prepare for the summer, it is time for
teachers and administration to look towards planning for
next year.
Volleyball season picks up almost immediately upon
our return in September. Elkford Secondary School (ESS)
is looking for any parents or community members who
are interested in coaching volleyball next fall. We will be
running 6 teams next fall including Bantam, Junior and
Senior levels and are looking for support. With such an
overwhelming interest in Volleyball in the Elk Valley, it is
important that ESS strives to maintain and reinvigorate
our athletic programs. Any community support would be
welcomed with open arms!
If you are interested, please contact Mr. Jarrell or the
ESS Office for further information (250-865-4674).
October 25, 2014
at the
United Steel Workers Hall
Elkford, BC
7:00 pm to 1 am
Admission: $10 per person
Sincerely,
Ian Jarrell
Athletic Director
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Dart Windup Tournament
The Tuesday Night Dart Club is a fun night for all levels of skill from 0 to 180. Anyone interested is invited to drop in and
give it a try, new blood is always welcome and if it's not for you, you are out some pocket change. Watch for our fall start
up date in late September. There will be an article in the Focus and posters or you can ask Diane at the Library for more
information.
Throughout the year we try to hold a couple of tournaments followed by the wind up in May. We held the wind up
tournament May 10 at the Multipurpose room in the Library. A good time was had by all, with great food (pot luck is
always the best) and lots of good natured ribbing and laughter.
1st Place: Jean Norgate and Merle Dyck
2nd Place: Darlene Daniels & Penny O'Neil
4th Place: Diane Andrews & George Braun
3rd Place: Joe Zarowny & Jesse Amano
Joe Zarowny took the mens’ high for the day with 111;
Penny O'Neil took the Ladies’ high for the day with 130.
Back Row: George Braun and Joe Zarowny, Penny O'Neil
Left to Right - Front: Darlene Daniels, Diane Andrews,
Jean Norgate, Merle Dyck & Jesse Amano
Missing: Thomas Hennig, Heather Smuin, Angie Hooper
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Careful! You Are Shrinking!
Did you know, after having read this, by the end of
the day, you will be 3mm shorter than when you woke
up!
Each day you SHRINK!!! (Don’t worry, when you go
to bed, you will regrow again)
But, how could this happen?
Between each of the 24 bones of your spine there is
a cushion. A jelly doughnut (called a disc) that allows us
to move in every direction, touch our toes, stretch, walk,
basically everything.
These discs are mostly made up of water.
(Hopefully you are drinking more water now that it’s
summer!!)
While most of the cells, tissues and organs of your
body get nutrients from the blood that flows everywhere,
these discs have NO BLOOD SUPPLY. So, how do
they get fed and stay healthy?
I introduce to you the accordion explanation:
You have 24 bones separated by “accordions” in
your spine. And, just like an accordion needs back and
forth motion to make it work, SO DOES YOUR SPINE!!!!
Exercise, gentle stretching in all directions, these
are how our spine discs regrow and stay healthy every
day.
Sitting for long periods, computers, poor posture,
driving, ALL cause our accordions to stop playing. :(
So this summer, stay hydrated and be sure to check
us out at our new location on highway 43 to keep your
spine functioning at 100%.
We only get one spine in this lifetime, please take
good care of yours.
Dr. Erik Thorlakson
Pure Life Family Chiropractic - Elkford
Send us your photos! - fo-
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SD5 Hires New Principal
for Elkford Secondary School
SD5 Hires New Principal for
Rocky Mountain Elementary
School
Doug Bolander was recently appointed principal of Elkford
Secondary School (ESS) as of the 2014/15 school year by
the School District 5 (SD5) Board of Education, following
the retirement of Keith Regular.
According to SD5 Board chair, Frank Lento, Bolander
has recently returned from the United Arab Emirates. In
his four years at the Canadian International School in Abu
Dhabi, Bolander served in a variety of positions, including
Director of Facilities.
Prior to Abu Dhabi, Bolander taught in Regina as a
teacher and extra-curricular coach. In 2009 he was a
teacher on call for SD5 and coached the senior boys at
Mount Baker Secondary School (MBSS).
“Elkford has an international reputation and appeal as
a desired work destination. Doug’s recent experience in
international education reflects his commitment to working
with diverse groups of people and dealing with everexpanding directives,” says Lento. “These qualities, along
with Doug’s exemplary teaching and coaching background
make him the ideal choice for Elkford Secondary School.”
Bolander was born in Edmonton, Alberta, but spent half
of his childhood and most of his teaching career in
Regina, Saskatchewan. While his background is in history,
social studies, psychology and law, Bolander also
developed a high performance psychology class and
taught in distance education.
Bolander also has an extensive coaching history
having coached basketball for community, high school,
university and provincial organizations and soccer at
various levels.
“I’m excited to be part of the Elkford community, with its
natural beauty and growing cultural diversity,” says
Bolander. “Teaching provides the opportunity to promote
respect for all things and people. In addition to working
collaboratively with a great team of students, staff and
parents, I look forward to sharing my passion for
education and lifelong learning in the implementation and
promotion of extracurricular activities.”
Bolander will be joined by wife Brenda. Their two
children, Chrystal and Jordan, reside in Calgary. Aside
from coaching in his spare time, Bolander enjoys biking,
tennis and a skiing.
For information on enrolling at Elkford Secondary
School please visit the SD5 website at sd5.bc.ca or
contact the school directly.
Dean Chandler was recently appointed principal of Rocky
Mountain Elementary School (RMES) in Elkford as of the
2014/15 school year by the School District 5 (SD5) Board
of Education, following the retirement of Shirley McGale.
According to SD5 Board chair, Frank Lento, Chandler
has an affinity for small BC communities, having worked in
Prince George, New Aiyansh, Kitimat and most recently
Telegraph Creek, a small, close knit community a few
hours from the Alaska border.
“Dean’s commitment to community is as important to
him as his commitment to education, which is
considerable,” says Lento. “Dean’s leadership style is
inclusive and his experience in smaller communities with
blended populations is definitely an asset given Elkford’s
own small but diverse population.”
Chandler was born in Prince George and has worked
in education for the last twenty-one years with eight of
those years in administration. While Chandler’s education
and training focuses on the sciences and physical
education, his passion and talent for music led Chandler
to create a school music program inclusive of a rock band
and individual and group acts that performed at school
and community events in Telegraph Creek.
“I look forward to getting to know the students, staff
and parents of Rocky Mountain Elementary and am
excited to be part of such a dedicated team of education
professionals. I’m also excited about the prospect of
offering activities that strengthen the individual interests of
our students, helping them to develop into great young
citizens.”
An accomplished musician, Chandler plays guitar,
sings, writes and records his own music. He also enjoys
reading and writing in his off time.
For information on enrolling at Rocky Mountain
Secondary School please visit the SD5 website at
sd5.bc.ca or contact the school directly.
Please think about RMES when you are
cleaning out your children’s bookshelves
this summer.
If you would like to donate your children’s
books, you can drop them off at
the Elkford Public Library.
Thank You
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Just Married
Steven Schraepel
and
Kim Mahowich
were married
on Sunday, June 8th, 2014
in Fort McMurray
Congratulations
from Mum
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We would like to thank everyone who has supported us in our first year of business.
We are proud to be part of this great little valley.
We offer many services such as:
Boosts
Lockouts
Gas calls
Scrap car removal
Local and long distance towing
Off and on road recoveries.
If you are not sure if we can do it, just give us a call and we will do our best to help.
Don’t forget to add our number to your contact list for quick access and come like us
on Facebook!!!
Mor Jerky is looking for a mature, long-term person to join our team in Elkford, BC. The ideal
candidate will be a skilled, hands-on worker with the ability to manage the end of production of our
range of lean sausage and jerky. You will need to work well within a small team, adjust to correction
well, and ensure a high standard of product quality and consistency. Attention to detail within a multifaceted environment is imperative for the successful candidate.
Some experience of food handing or services is required, although full training in our product range
will be provided within the first year. Starting salary will be dependent on previous experience and personal qualities for
this permanent, part-time position (approximately 32 hours per week: 4on/4off schedule) Must have completed a Food
Safe Certificate or a minimum of 2 years’ experience in food handling or service.
Responsibilities:
 Participate in the daily production of sausage making, beef jerky and meat products.
 Manage the complete cycle of smokehouse production
 Independently serve customers including cashiering, receiving and filling orders, constructing
retail displays, and maintaining all required documentation.
 Contribute to sound fiscal management by helping to monitor perishable food, ingredient and
supply costs, helping with weekly inventory, and controlling waste.
 Maintain a clean and safe facility including the maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
 Promote a positive, team oriented working environment where staff take pride in their work and
treat each other with respect.
Mor Jerky is a successful wholesale and retail meat processor located in beautiful Elkford, BC. We are dedicated to
producing a high quality, all natural, lean meat product for our local area, with a focus on honest business practices.
Please visit www.morjerky.com and our Facebook page (Mor Jerky) for more details. Apply in person with resume to
Morris or Sharon at 3B 2200 Balmer Drive, Elkford, BC, Canada, or email resume to [email protected]
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Mountain Meadows Golf Club
2014 Tournaments
July 19— He/She
$100
July 25—Bears Paw
Contact 250-865-2327
August 9-10—Men’s Open
$100 members/$110 non-members
August 12—Ladies’ Open
$55
August 20—Seniors’ Open
$50
September 5—SMS
(4:30 pm)
September 6—Club Champ
September 7—Men’s Windup
September 13—Ladies’ Windup
September 26—SMS
(4:30 pm)
for more information
please call
250-865-7413
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Wildcat Days
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Parade
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More
Wildcat days Activities
Photos submitted by
LeaAnn Walsh
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Don’t short
yourself!
Call cross Circuit
For all your Residential
and Commercial Electrical Repairs
and Installations.
(250) 865-7638
or
(250) 423-1272
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Air Cadets hold annual ceremonial review
By S.L. Furedi
Sergeant Nathaniel Suwala, best senior noncommissioned member; Flight Sergeant Ben Doratty,
Training Officer’s Award for outstanding dedication and
commitment; Sgt. Joel O’Sullivan, Leadership award and
Lord Strathcona medal; and Sgt. James Fairhurst, Royal
Canadian Legion medal. Cadets were also presented
with gold, silver or bronze badges for physical fitness, first
aid training certificates and attendance award prizes.
The 279 Elk Valley Air Cadets were spit and polish
perfect for their annual ceremonial review, June 5, 2014.
The teens, aged 12-18, showed off parade skills,
received awards and were evaluated by a group of invited
guests. Every cadet unit in the country participates in an
annual inspection and review, to show their skills meet
the standards set by the Department of National Defense
and the Air Cadet League of Canada. Units are graded on
dress, deportment and drill.
Commanding officer Captain Murray Clow said he was
impressed with how the cadets handled themselves. “It’s
the culmination of a year of training and these young men
and women did an excellent job. They work hard to learn
the parade ground skills, but it came together very well for
our audience.”
The reviewing party included Sgt. Will Thien,
commanding officer of the Elk Valley RCMP detachment;
Ronald Rique, President/director of the B.C. Provincial
Committee, Air Cadet League of Canada; Major Jerry
Gregr, representing the Area Cadet Instructors Cadre,
Wray Mills, Vice-President of the Michel-Natal Royal
Canadian Legion; Captain Clow; and Yvette Doratty, chair
of the Squadron Sponsoring Committee.
Awards were presented to: Leading Air Cadet (LAC)
William Doratty, best first year cadet; Flight Corporal
Grant Mills, best junior non-commissioned member; Flight
Throughout the training year, the cadets have also
participated in range competitions, gliding and flying, first
aid training, campouts, sports nights, and trips with other
cadet squadrons. They have also volunteered at
Remembrance Day services, Canada Day, poppy sales,
the Toys for Tots fundraiser, the Sparwood Lions TV
Auction and other events.
Although weekly meetings have ended until
September, many of the cadets will spend part of their
summer vacation at various camps throughout Canada,
learning leadership, survival skills and aviation. The
camps are free and last from two to six weeks, and
cadets are paid $60 a week for their participation.
The air cadets program will start up again in the fall.
Meetings are held Wednesdays from 6-9 p.m. For more
information on the cadets, call Captain Clow at (250) 4251271, or visit the squadron’s Facebook page at
[email protected].
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The 2014 Grad Class would like to send a huge thank you to the following companies for their
kind donations in support of our graduates:
Napa * Elkford Credit Union * Kootenay Market * SMS * Western Union
Teck * Canadian Tire * Mountain Mechanical * Sparwood Dental
United Steelworkers * Rocky Mountain Optometry * Big Pine Resort
If we have missed anyone we apologize. Thank you all again for your kind donations.
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The Elkford
Public Library
is pleased
to showcase
a 3D Printer Demo by:
When: Thursday, July 24th, 2014
DROP IN
(between 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm)
Where: the Elkford Public Library
With:
Chris Van Mill
Sales Manager and Owner
www.Protodrake.ca
For more information
please call
the Elkford Public Library
at 250-865-2912
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Thank You
I would like to thank all the Board Members, Staff
and Volunteers who came out to help with our
Wildcat Days fundraisers. A special thank you to
Bailey, Courtney and Alana, our student volunteers
for helping out with our cotton candy sales.
Thank you to everyone who contributed baking
for our silent auction and bake table fundraiser.
The prize for the best decorated cake went to
Morgan Mudge.
Start taking photos!
The photo contest is
coming this September.
Contact the library
(865-2912)
for more information
Rules:
Only one photograph per person per category
Each person can enter a maximum of three
categories
Photos must be taken by the person entering them
Provide a 5”X7” photo without frame and a digital
copy of the photo as well in .jpg, .gif, .tiff, etc.
Please let library staff know when you register if
you don’t have a digital copy of your photo, or
need help getting it from your camera. They
may be able to help you download your photo or
scan it.
The only category where computer alteration is
allowed is the Open Category. In all other
categories only cropping is allowed.
Date stamps must be removed or the photo will be
disqualified. They can be cropped out of photos.
Fill out registration form with name, phone number,
address, e-mail address, category and location
photo was taken. Children must also include
their age. Registration forms can be picked up
at the library.
A release form must be signed upon entering the
photo contest allowing the Library use of the
photos. Parents must sign the forms for minor
children.
Only amateurs may enter the contest
I am also very grateful to Bill Mortimer for donating
two paintings for our silent auction.
Diane Andrews
Congratulations!
Photo Categories:
Open – Anything goes! Let your imagination soar.
Like to PhotoShop? This is the category for you.
People – I bet you’ve done this before! For photos
of minors a photo release form will be required.
You can pick up the form at the library.
Pets/Animals – Pretty self-explanatory, eh?
Life in the Elk Valley – any photo taken along the
Elk River Valley from the Elk Lakes to Lake
Koocanusa.
Still Life – to be included in this category the photo
must be mostly of inanimate objects.
Age Groups:
Our beautiful Library Student Graduates at their prom:
Lorraine Gold, Bailey Hubbard and Courtney Regier.
Child - Ages 11 and under
Teen - Ages 12 to 17
Adult - Age 18 and over
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2014 Elkford Public Library Student
Volunteer Awards
Beginner Fly Tying with Chris Wells
The Elkford Public Library
staff and Board would like
to thank Chris Wells for
bringing his substantial Fly
tying skills to our patrons.
Congratulations to Bailey Hubbard and
Courtney Regier. They both received our
2014 Elkford Public Library Student
Volunteer Awards. All the best in your
future studies, girls. We are going to miss
you!
Summer Reading Club
During the month of July
The Elkford Public Library invites kids ages 6 to12 to join the 2014 Summer Reading Club.
This year’s theme is “Funny Business!” Registration is FREE and required to participate in
the sessions. Kids will receive a package once they have been registered!
Tuesdays and Thursdays
10:00 am to 12:00 noon
July 8 to July 31 (8 sessions)
For more information, and to learn about our 3-5 year old Summer Reading Challenge,
please call the Elkford Public Library at 250-865-2912.
Thank you to the Elkford Lions Club for supporting this program
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Support the Cause Fundraiser
On May 28, Western Financial Group Employees
across Western Canada took part in a 5 km walk to
"Support the Cause", raising awareness and funds for
the Western Communities Foundation.
"Support the Cause" is Western Financial Group's
annual fundraising event in support of our Western
Communities Foundation. 2014 was the 10th
anniversary of the walk and the 2nd year the Elkford
office participated as part of the Western Financial
Group Family.
This charity was set up by Western Financial
Group to give back to local communities, focusing on
public health, public housing, education and recreation
and may include infrastructure grants.
Clients can help us invest in our communities by
purchasing licence plate bolts for $1 each or dropping
spare change in the donation box on the counter. All
proceeds will go towards the 2015 "Support the
Cause".
Thank you
Karen, Patti, Merle and Lori
Wildcat Days
Karen, Lori, Patti and Merle had a
great time taking part in the
Wildcat Days parade on the
weekend handing out candy as
well as Western Financial Group
magnets and pens to promote the
new company name.
Western
Financial Group also sponsored
Aniessa Bowen, one of the 2014
Miss Elkford Youth Ambassador
candidates.
Western Financial Group Float
Lori, Merle, Karen and Patti.
Aniessa Bowen in front of the Float
For all your investments and lending needs,
call your local Financial Services Officer
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Coming Events
Start your week off on the right foot! Free. Running
group, runs Monday evenings at 6:30 pm. Meets in the
Rec Center parking lot. All abilities welcome.
FOR SALE: Hand Knit children’s sweaters. Sizes 2
to 6. Different varieties available. If interested please
call 250-865-4330.
The Pierre Parizeau Benefit Jam—October 25, 2014
Where: United Steel Workers Hall – Elkford, BC
Time: 7:00 pm to 1 am. Admission: $10 per person
Lost and Found
A black bag was found near the Mountain Meadows Golf
Club after the Tee Off for Tots Golfing event held on June
6th. To claim it, please contact the Elkford Library at 250
-865-2912.
Art & Craft Classes in Elkford for children.
Please, check the website for more info
artsandcraftsclasses.yolasite.com
Stuff for your DOG: insulated dog house approx.
2'X2.5' in 2 pieces. Hardly used $30. Adjustable barrier to
keep Fido in the back of your SUV/hatchback $20. Also
available harness for sled-pulling.
1-250-865-2178
Elk Valley Safe Homes
Elkford Community Buy Sell Trade or Free
Facebook page:
Women’s Shelter & Helpline
1-800-200-3003
https://www.facebook.com/groups/467939579943316/
Elkford Womens Task Force
250-865-2031
Curbside Recycling is now available in Elkford
For more info call Dustin or Nicholle at 865-4341
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.elkfordrecycles.com
Kids Count Too
Kids Counselling
250-425-4202
Food Bank
Elkford Community Garden
If you need assistance from the Food Bank,
or you know somebody who does, please call:
Like us on Facebook to see all the updates.
If you are interested in helping out
or want to rent a garden plot please contact
JoAnn Turner at 250-865-4555 (after 4 pm)
or message us on Facebook under
“Elkford Community Garden”
(250) 865-4029
and leave a message. We will get back to you.
Did we mention that classified ads are free?
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Miss Elkford Pageant
spa night and pizza party. The little buddies took part in
a pageant night by being introduced onstage by their
candidate and presenting flowers to their big buddy
during the evening gown portion of the evening. It is a
way for the candidates to be positive role models to the
little girls.
The excitement built throughout the evening and the
panel of judges had their work cut out for them. All of
the candidates did a fantastic job and were flawless.
The guests enjoyed wonderful talent; from artistic to
musical to poetry. And as always, the Frugal Fashion
Show was a hit.
Visiting royalty teams from Trail, Cranbrook,
Osoyoos, Kamloops and one BC Ambassador were in
attendance to offer support to the candidates.
As the evening came to an end and the judges had
done their work, the new 2014 royalty team were
crowned. Miss Elkford 2014 is Nicole Klein and Elkford
Princess & Miss Congeniality is Elli Takenaka. The two
will represent Elkford at a variety of events both locally
and across British Columbia during their one year reign.
We are very fortunate to have the support of local
groups and businesses that sponsor a candidate and
some amazing people who volunteer their time to put on
the workshops for our candidates. Thank you also to
the District of Elkford for their continuing support of our
program.
Approximately 180 people were in attendance on
Saturday May 31st, as the 2014 Miss Elkford candidates
took to the stage in the Community Conference Centre.
After five months of workshops and preparation, the
candidates started their day with a personal interview with
the judges, followed by a luncheon. At the evening event
the girls presented their sponsor speech, topic speech,
talent, frugal fashion, evening gown and impromptu
question.
The candidates were scored by a panel of three judges
on a point based system.
For each category the
candidate was given a ranking. Each ranking had a point
value. For example a candidate might be ranked first for
speech and third for evening gown. At the end of the
evening the candidate with the most points was crowned
Miss Elkford 2014, the second highest points was the
2014 Elkford Princess. Miss Congeniality 2014 was
chosen by secret ballot by the candidates and program
directors.
The 2014 Miss Elkford Youth Ambassador candidates
were: Morgan Mudge – sponsored by Paula Smith/Royal
Lepage/EK Realty; Elli Takenaka – sponsored by the
Elkford Early Childhood Development Committee; Nicole
Klein – sponsored by EKCCU; Clarissa Hollowink –
sponsored by the Lamplighter Pub and Aniessa Bowen –
sponsored by Western Financial Group.
The 2014 Little Buddies were: London Philpotts,
Alexandra Klassen, Emily Joy, Chloe Reed and Sky
Sharpe.
Little girls in grade 1-3 could apply to be a little buddy.
Applications were handed out at school for the little girls to
take home. Applicant’s names were placed in a hat and
candidates drew out the name of their little buddy. This
little girl followed the candidate through the program with
some fun activities along the way. This year they had a
Debbie Kliment
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