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Karen Roberta Mader - Obituary - Fernie - Fernie BC News
WEBKaren Roberta Mader. August 8, 2024. March 30, 1942 - August 8, 2024. In Loving Memory ~. Karen really loved people. She loved children, dogs, cats, horses, photography, local history, dancing, music, curling and gardening. Later in life she found herself learning to paint acrylics with instructions from her wonderful friend Ilona Webster.
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WEBSep 30, 2024 · Duck Race returns to Fernie. 2,000 ducks were released into the Elk River on Sept. 28 to raise money for cause. Oct 1, 2024 2:03 PM Read more >.
K'ómoks First Nation initials Treaty with Canada, B.C.
WEBJul 22, 2024 · 00:04:58. "I know this is scary, but we can do it," were Melissa Quocksister's parting words to the gathered members of the K'ómoks First Nation at the initialling ceremony for the Nation's draft treaty with the Province of B.C. and Federal Goverment. While not the final step in the process, Monday's ceremony marked a …
City transfers community facility booking to SD5
WEBSep 5, 2024 · The City of Fernie has developed a new joint-use agreement with School District Five that will change how community groups can book local facilities. Council unanimously approved the joint-use agreement at a council meeting on Aug. 27. The document emphasizes priority usage of local facilities for …
Garry Adams - Obituary - Fernie - Fernie BC News - The Free Press
WEBOct 25, 2023 · Alvin Garry Adams suffered a sudden brain stroke on October 18, 2023. On the 25th of October, with the fire crackling, surrounded by his family and beloved dog Finn, Garry passed away peacefully in his home in Fernie, B.C. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Gail, son Fraser, daughter-in-law Nicole, grandson Aiden, his daughter Lindsay ...
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WEBParty not planning to expand list of communities affected beyond those already set to added in 2025. about 6 hours ago Read more >. City of Terrace returns talking sticks to mid-coastal B.C. First Nation. The sticks, a symbol of discussion and decision-making, had been on display in Terrace city council chambers for decades.
Singh terminates NDP deal propping up Canada’s Liberal …
WEBSep 4, 2024 · NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh has “ripped up” the supply and confidence deal with the Liberals that helped keep the minority government in power. “The deal is done,” Singh tweeted, early Wednesday afternoon. In a video posted Wednesday afternoon, Singh said he notified Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of the decision. “Canadians are fighting ...
BC Lions set to play in Victoria for the first time in CFL history
WEBAug 24, 2024 · In a first-of-its-kind event in B.C., Touchdown Pacific pits the BC Lions against the Ottawa Redblacks at Royal Athletic Park on Aug. 31. Behind the scenes, a monumental effort is underway to transform Royal Athletic Park into a CFL-standard stadium for one weekend, replacing the facility's summer function as a baseball venue.. One of the most significant challenges has been converting the ...
Man arrested, charged in connection with Kelowna teen's homicide
WEBSep 6, 2024 · Almost a year after a Kelowna teen was fatally hit by a vehicle in Rutland, charges have been approved against the driver involved. Tristan Seegar was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Houghton and Franklyn Roads, on Oct. 21, 2023, following what police said was a bear spray incident that had taken place in the area earlier in the day.. Two days later, RCMP announced they would be ...