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the JASPER’S INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPER www.fitzhugh.ca | Thursday, December 27, 2012 | FREE Jasper Elementary School students form a chain to pass non-perishable food items they’ve collected to the Jasper Food Bank. The original plan was for students to line up all the way to the food bank, but given the chilly temperature, they stayed indoors and the goods were transported from the school via vehicle. SARAH MAKOWSKY PHOTO PASS IT ALONG : JASPER’S GREATEST FOOD STORE! 218 CONNAUGHT DRIVE | OPEN 8AM TO 8PM DAILY | www.robinsonfoods.com Wishing all our Customers a Happy New Year! Our holiday hours are 8 am - 8 pm daily except: New Year’s Eve Dec 31st 8 am - 6 pm • New Year’s Day Jan 1st Closed • Inventory Day Jan 2nd 12 pm - 8 pm
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Jasper Elementary School students form a chain to pass non-perishable food items they’ve collected to the Jasper Food Bank. The original plan was for students to line up all the way to the food bank, but given the chilly temperature, they stayed indoors and the goods were transported from the school via vehicle. SARAH MAKOWSKY PHOTO
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A total of 832 birds, which is less than average, were counted at this year’s Christmas Bird Count on Sunday, Dec. 16.
There wasn’t as much activity at the feeders this year, explains Gord Ruddy from Friends of Jasper National Park. “That almost entirely depends on the temperature. The colder it is, the more the feeders work and the warmer it is, the less they need us.”
Early snowfall also affected the count. “There were a few birds missing, like waxwings.”
The annual count, which takes place across the continent, paints a rough picture of bird populations and their locations. In Jasper, there’s a 12-kilometre radius, the centre being Maligne Canyon, that birders cover for the count.
“In Jasper we have some 50 or 60 years of bird counts,” said Ruddy. “Our bird count this year was middle of the road. We ended up with 34 species.”
A surprising find this year was the western meadowlark, spotted by birders Trish Tremblay and Alicia Wallen. Also,
Barb Barker saw a sharp-shinned hawk at her feeder.A western meadowlark is an “unusual one” because it
typically nests in a more southern location during winter months.
The number of house sparrows was down this year, a population that has experienced steady decline since 2000. “The average is usually 150 and we’re down to about 90.”
In Jasper during the past 30 years, the highest count was 44 species and the lowest was 29. Counts range from 550 individual birds to 1,500.
This is the 113th annual Christmas Bird Count for the Audubon Society, a bird conservatory organization.
The count was started by a group of women on the US east coast as a response to men participating in a “side hunt” where they engaged in a competition to see who could shoot the most birds. The society has a photo depicting two brothers from New York, who shot a total of 65,000 birds in one day.
The women decided that they would start counting birds during Christmas holidays, and then-president of the Audubon Society, Frank Chapman, decided to make the count an annual event.
Bird count something to tweet about
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On the evening of Dec. 6, six Jasper residents opened their homes to approximately 90 people. What a display, from the outside lights to the beautifully decorated nooks and crannies of their houses. Super A generously sponsored the Light up Jasper Christmas Home Tour. Host and host-esses were: Conni Bowen, Lorna Chisholm, Jelly Darroch, Rita Hindle, Rick Lagace and Annelies Laggner. There were treats and refreshments at each house and much merriment. There were decorating ideas for every taste.
Proceeds from the tour were generously donated to the Jasper Yellowhead Museum. The museum would like to thank the organizers, spon-sor, host and hostesses. Your support of the Museum is ap-preciated.Pitching Pennies is an ongo-ing fundraiser. Pennies, loose or rolled can be dropped off at the Museum.
Lovingly remembered by wife Tillie, sons Larry, Keith, Walter, the late Brian and their families,
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Taken from a video, this picture shows the final split second of a bright fire ball that roared up from the Maligne Canyon floor following the demolition of a log jam below.
By DAnIEL BETTS Editor
I thought I was late. With camera in hand I quickly made my way down the Maligne Canyon trail looking for Sean Nardella, a visitor experience promotions employee with Parks Canada. Nardella had given me a tip that something interesting was happening in Maligne Canyon on the morning of Thursday, Dec. 20.
Despite the cold crispness in the air, my speedy hike along the slippery trail was keeping me much warmer than expected. I was more than a little concerned that I had missed the entire event, so I was very relieved to come across Nardella. He was standing on the trail pointing his iPhone at the edge of the canyon.
“They just called ‘fire in the hole’,” Nardella declared enthusiastically as I approached. He indicated that the event was happening below us, completely out of sight.
I sighed and wondered to myself what kind of shot I was going to get; would I even see anything? In my mind I was thinking a bang and puff of smoke, after all the canyon f loor was far below us. I readied my camera and pointed it at the canyon’s edge in the vicinity of where Nardella believed they had laid explosive charges far below us. Two minutes passed. Was something wrong? I decided to make an adjustment by steadying myself against the fence. Big mistake.
BOOM!The explosion was deafening. Both
Nardella and I were pushed back from the concussion. A bright, fiery f lash roared up from the canyon f loor, followed by a concussion that quaked the earth beneath our feet. Snow fell from the trees lining the canyon, and some trees swayed back from the blast. This was one of those moments where surprised expletives were most definitely in order, particularly for me having missed the shot entirely.
Nardella checked his iPhone and smiled. He had just hit the record button when the f lash occurred, although neither one of us had been prepared for how powerful the blast would be. Nardella and I exchanged adrenaline fuelled looks of surprise.
This had been the climax of a problem that was presented to Parks Canada two days earlier when local tour operator Joe Urie discovered a huge log jam
blocking the Maligne Canyon where the famed ice walks normally proceed. The large logs had been washed into the canyon during the spring high water, got jammed along the narrow cliffside and with the cold weather were frozen into place. The jam posed a significant obstacle for those wanting to enjoy the ice walks.
“I got further into the depths of the canyon than anyone had been to date only to discover this great tangled mess of wood in the final pothole,” explained Urie. He said pictures did not adequately show the extent of the issue as the pile and some of the hangers were three meters high and four meters deep.
The next morning, Urie and Steve Blake, Parks Canada safety specialist, took a look at the jam.
“As the threat of collapse posed an immediate threat to public safety, it was decided a small amount of explosives would be required to minimize, if not eliminate, the hazard,” said Urie. “To attempt to bring it down manually posed a threat to anyone who might try.”
Nardella explained that Parks Canada has a team of explosive experts who normally deal with avalanche control. On the morning of Dec. 20, the team carefully and strategically placed charges, while Parks employees were stationed along the trail, far from the demolition, to keep visitors safe. Witnesses far above the blast site reported that the explosion, which rumbled up and down the narrow canyon, was quite loud.
While the team had been prepared to lay a second round of charges, the first blast was successful in clearing the jam. Urie explained that the amount of explosives used and their placement had no effect on the structural integrity of the canyon itself. However he did express that he believed the integrity of the ice had been compromised in many places along the route and one should be aware that the depth of water underneath is, in some cases, upward of 10 meters.
The now displaced timber will remain in the canyon until spring waters sweep it further along next season.
So if you were out and about on Dec. 20 just after 10 a.m. and you happened to hear a loud boom echoing around the mountains, you were probably listening to the sound of logs being shattered apart by explosives.
Explosion in Maligne Canyon
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Future Christmas wishes
It is Dec. 24, and we are all still here. Perhaps this goes to show that despite the bleakest of scenarios no person or group can ever predict our fate. This isn’t to suggest that no bad thing will ever befall mankind either in small or large numbers. We live in a finite universe and, let’s face it, everyone and everything comes with a limited time span, even our own planet. However this time of year, we need not think about such things and no one should be suggesting otherwise from now on. Rather than dire predictions we can all wish for a better future and here are few wishes to consider.
If the ghost of Christmas future were to visit, I would hope that this dark spectre would reveal to each and everyone of us a world where, no matter what is going on, we continue to take the time to feast, celebrate and happily enjoy the fellowship of family and friends.
Christmas isn’t always a fun and exciting time for everyone. The holiday season is extremely stressful for many and for many more there is very little reason to celebrate. For this reason it is important to extend our fellowship and goodwill outside our homes and families to encompass the entire community. Offering a means for neighbours and friends to have special experiences and feel connected to our community goes a long way in extending the spirit of giving and peace during this season. We hope the spirit of Christmas future would reveals that our traditions have adjusted to better encompass everyone in the community so nobody is ever left out this time of year.
In our modern age, the period leading up to Christmas has become very involved and even demanding. It is unfortunate that our world is commercially driven and many depend upon the holiday season for their income.
In the future, let’s hope that the season becomes simpler and emphasises heart-felt giving, rather than commercially or politically motivated spending.
Wouldn’t it be nice if society relieved the pressures surrounding this season so that we can honestly and happily embrace it in the manner in which it was first celebrated?
Of most importance for the holiday season is to take care of ourselves, our loved ones and those around us so that it remains joyous. Be mindful of our actions and how they affect others. If we have too much to drink, don’t drive. Learn to relax and slow down while driving, even if we are late. It is better to arrive late than to not arrive at all. We should all get the rest that we need so that we stay healthy and have the strength to enjoy the festivities. While it might be difficult, pacing ourselves this time of year is very important. Having the fortitude to resist that extra helping will have it’s rewards in the new year.
From all of us, we wish everyone a very merry and safe Christmas.
Let’s say no to further killing of wolvesDear Editor,
Congratulations on the informative article regarding the recent collaring of various wolves from wolf packs in the Jasper region. I was quite impressed with Parks Canada and their openness when I phoned minutes after the collaring of one of the Signal pack and asked for information on what was happening. I have ran into this pack on several occasions and can only hope that the collaring will not lead to their demise since Parks Canada will now be tracking these wolves on a regular basis. It is important to note that I don’t reveal the pack location to anyone including my colleagues and friends to prevent harassment or to compromise their safety.
Parks Canada has made it clear that the protection of dogs is a priority over that of the wolves especially since reopening the Pyramid Bench area to dogs and their owners. I am a passionate hiker and hike five or six days
a week. I noticed that the majority of dog walkers still walk
their dogs without a leash, including one employee from Parks Canada. After your publication of a beautiful Christmas poem and the recent article on the six wolves collared, I can only hope that during 2013, wolves have priority over these irresponsible dog owners and their pets. Since Jasper is a small town and most of the irresponsible dog walkers are from Jasper (I have spoken with a few), I suspect that it would be difficult for a Parks employee to ticket someone they may already know. Let’s say no to the further killing of wolves in Jasper National Park in the name of dog protection. If some of the dog owners are not responsible, simply close the trails to all of them once again to avoid yet another sad incident of a wolf killing.
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Children at Christmas. Photo from the Zita Long photo album 1926.
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u EpisodE 55: NEWTOWN McBRIDE vJoe was under orders from Captain Baker to accom-
pany Mr. Munshaw, the touring photographer, on a short jaunt to the new railway townsite of McBride. Munshaw had hired a freight wagon and driver to transport Joe, himself and his equipment at Burn’s Landing on the Fra-ser River to the Grand Trunk Pacific mainline.
McBride, named after Premier Richard McBride, was at first sight just like any of the tent-towns along the railway except for the larger more permanent buildings that were being constructed. Mile 90 became McBride and was selected by the G.T.P. as a divisional point. It was destined to house the new courthouse, B.C. Police barracks, two large hotels, a frame school-house, freight buildings, section workers houses, and a large round-house. Joe and Mr. Munshaw arrived at the edge of town in about twenty minutes and proceeded to take pictures of the street-front buildings, including shops, post office and the franchised stores established by the big tent-town names of the time. These included the Hood Brothers, the Goodman Supply Company and the Thompson Hardware Company. Most of the streets and town-lots were already surveyed but the resident houses were scattered over the f lat valley f loor. There were more tree stumps than houses on the surveyed lots and McBride was alive with commerce and active construction.
Mr. Munshaw and his helper were soon at the railway tracks close to where two wooden water towers stood, one new and one still under construction. A crowd of people were gathered by the tracks when Joe and Mun-shaw arrived on the scene. Joe noticed that everyone was clustered around six women dressed in black-hooded robes.
“Why, it’s a group of nuns,” declared Mr. Munshaw to Joe. “I wonder what they’re doing way out here in the middle of nowhere?”
In the next episode, NUNS ON THE RUN, Mr. Munshaw takes more photographs and he and Joe discover exactly what the group of marauding nuns were up to.
PHOTO COuRTESY Of THE nATIOnAL ARCHIvES Of CAnADA.
The ship stopped long enough for Joe and Mr. Munshaw to go ashore.
ART Of cARIBOu jOE: jOE LEADINg hIs pAck-hORsE By LEOnARD fRASER
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This particular line-drawing by the late, Bill Metcalf, of Croydon, B.C., appears twice in the story of Caribou Joe. The first version is the one shown here and the other one is identi-cal except Bill shaded in the figures to make it appear to be in
the late evening. Followers of the Caribou Joe episodes will know that the pack-horse played a major role in helping Joe transport bottles of moonshine from Moonbeam Creek (by Lempriere) to Tête Jaune. Or, as I wrote, “Joe carried some of the finest stump-whiskey west of Fitzhugh.”
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INBRiEFChristmas forecast
The Robson Valley can expect a white Christmas this week, with the forecast showing a chance of flur-ries Monday through Wednesday in Valemount and McBride.
If Jasper sees snow, it won’t be until Boxing Day, when the temperature rises to a high of -11 C, up from Christmas Day’s high of -15 C and low of -25 C.
In Valemount and McBride, the mercury will drop to a low of -18 C on Christmas Day, with a high of -13 C and a 60 per cent chance of flurries. On Boxing Day, the high is -12 C and the low is -16 C, and the chance of snow is 30 per cent.
Backcountry travellers reminded to be avalanche aware
Whether you’re cross-country skiing, ski touring, snow-shoeing, ice climbing or winter mountaineering, be mindful of avalanche conditions, especially when heading into the backcountry.
“Almost all of those activities can take you into ava-lanche terrain,” said Steve Blake, visitor safety manager for Parks Canada.
Avalanche safety is a “shared responsibility” between Parks and backcountry travellers .
“It’s important to Parks Canada that people get out and experience the Park in safe ways, that’s why we try to provide as much of the pre-trip tools as we can.
“We do a daily avalanche bulletin, it’s published on our website so that people get an idea of the most current conditions.”
Parks performs “active” avalanche control in areas that may threaten the safety of vehicle travel. Explosives are set off on the road to Maligne Lake and Icefields Parkway en route to Lake Louise.
While these tools are provided, it’s expected that ad-venturers are equipped with training and proper gear to aid them while travelling in the backcountry.
“Trip planning is a really important thing in the winter in terms of understanding what the avalanche conditions are like and what the weather is going to be like,” said Blake.
Knowing conditions beforehand will better prepare you for any hazards or possible route changes.
Parks Canada will be teaming with Marmot Basin in the new year for avalanche awareness days during Jasper in January.
For the most recent avalanche reports, visit avalanche.pc.gc.ca.
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counTing caRiBouHave you ever wondered how Parks Canada knows how many caribou there are? Every year, Jasper’s biologists take to the skies counting caribou from a helicopter.Flying over Jasper’s high alpine slopes (where caribou like to hang out during the rut season) biologists look for caribou in the Maligne, Brazeau and Tonquin areas, home to the park’s three southern herds. Conditions have to be just right for flying – low wind, no clouds, and no precipitation. This year, flights into the Maligne and Brazeau revealed six and 12 Caribou respectively, numbers consistent with recent surveys for these herds. The Tonquin Valley was less forgiving however, with poor weather grounding flights throughout the caribou rut. By late November, accurate surveys were no longer possible as the caribou had spread out, often heading into the trees. For the first time in ten years, the Tonquin aerial survey had to be abandoned.Fortunately, biologists don’t just rely on caribou sightings to learn about their populations. They are also interested in what caribou leave behind – a layer of DNA frozen on their droppings or ‘scat’. This scat is collected and sent off for analysis to determine individual identity (including gender), and to estimate population size. While collecting scat may not seem glamorous, caribou
do tend to leave it in some of the most spectacular areas of the park! Scat was collected from all three herds this year, and biologists hope to have these results within six months. While the results of the DNA analysis are expected to give a good indication of each area’s population dynamics, without an aerial survey for the Tonquin Valley, the overall impact of the deaths of some caribou with tracking collars, and some wolf-killed individuals in that area this summer will be hard to judge. The threatened southern mountain caribou are an important part of Canadian culture and history, and an indicator of the general health of the ecosystems in which they live. The more researchers know about this elusive animal, the better equipped they will be to protect them into the future. Parks Canada is exploring and implementing methods to reverse caribou population declines. This includes seasonal trail and area closures and managing the density of food sources for caribou predators. Current research and ongoing monitoring are contributing to the sound science used to identify important caribou habitat on national park lands, determine immediate management actions to address population declines and identify potential long-term recovery actions. For more information got to www.parkscanada.gc.ca/caribou.
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Crisp, December air nipping at noses and rouging cheeks, lights and decoration displays in homes and storefronts, and the satisfying crunch of snow underfoot are reminders that Christmas is near.
Walking hand-in-hand with Christmas is tradition; the holiday season is rife with many. Some so old we can’t recall where or how they originated, and some that are modified, or in the first stages of infancy.
Everyone has holiday traditions. Chances are, like emailing a letter to Santa, even if it’s modernized for the 21st century, it stems from an age-old custom.
Fifty, 60, even 70 years ago, Jasperites eagerly awaited December, in anticipation of renewing their special traditions. While some conventions are dated, they exist today, in one from or another.
Historical Jasperite and writer, Nora Findlay, recalled her interpretation of Christmas traditions in a chapter of her 1992 book, Jasper: A Backward Glance. “Our population is a mixture of many nationalities with diverse ideas of celebration and some unusual customs that are found in almost every Canadian home,” she said.
“I remember the times when Christmas presents were all homemade, and bought gifts were scorned ... In my youth, my own
gifts to my relatives included monogrammed handkerchiefs, or embroidered tea towels made from bleached sugar sacks.”
Other residents have shared their holiday recollections in documented memories at the Jasper-Yellowhead Museum and Archives.
Shirley Wheele recalls her “most memorable Christmas as a child in 1948.” The youngster didn’t expect much in the way of presents because she thought her family were “poor folks,” and she was so surprised when she unwrapped a red chenille housecoat, that she burst into tears.
The holiday season was particularly special in Jasper because it brought the community closer together. People wandered from house to house, visiting neighbours. “Each home provided Christmas cheer, a few laughs and many times a sing-song of Christmas carols,” said Wheele.
Religion remains the root of celebration for some and church congregations swell during Christmas Eve and Day masses. Findlay remarked that this tradition appears to have waned throughout the years, although people still attend church.
Celebrations with music and songs carries on today, with concerts, sing-alongs and performances.
The Jasper Glee Club’s Christmas concert a the Activity Centre was a big hit, writes Marilyn (Leslie) Kan. Organized by Ramsey and Avice Heckley, the concert
usually featured other groups like the seniors’ choir and the girls from Brownies. The finale of Let There be Peace on Earth “was very successful at getting the audience to stand up and sing out.”
Don and Doreen Olsen also wrote about the Christmas Show at Chaba Theatre, which was popular among the children. Santa Claus made an appearance and the Elks handed out candies and oranges.
The neighbourliness and warmth that has transcended Jasper through the years is a common thread among these recollections, and is a community tradition that refuses to disappear.
Regardless of how people choose to celebrate, Findlay hits a mark, stating that “the goodwill and friendliness at Christmas is certainly a tradition that everyone admires and appreciates.”
Jasper’s Christmas past, in present
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The Summit Singers Jasper’s Community Choir, have started another season of singing and music appreciation and you are welcome to join them! Practices are held every Monday Evening from 6:45 pm in Jasper United Church. Do you love to sing? Are you interested? Call Morley or Val at 780-852-5533.
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Jasper Food BankHelp is available from the Jasper Food Bank Thurs nights. Drop in at St. Mary and St. George Anglican Church at the corner of Miette and Geikie St. Families 6pm and individuals 6:30pm. Call 780-852-8800 for more info.
Town Council Meetings Meetings on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 1:30pm in the meeting room on the second floor of the EMS building.
Royal Canadian Legion401 Geikie St. Open Tues. to Sat. at 4pm. Children welcome until 8pm. Cash, meat draws and chasing the Queen at 5:30 PM Saturdays. Free shuffle board available. 780-852-3740.
Parent Link CentreNow open at 627 Patricia Street.
Habitat for the Arts 631 Patricia St., Open Tues. - Sat. 12 to 5pm. 780-852-4747.
Jasper Municipal LibraryToddler & Preschool Story Time Mondays 10:30am. For more info 780-852-3652 or [email protected]
Thrift Shop HoursThe Jasper Thrift Shop is open on Monday and Wednesday from 7 to 9pm and Thursdays from 1 to 3pm. Located in the 700 Block on Geikie Street in the United Church basement
HIV West Yellowhead For confidential HIV/AIDS/HEP C/STI Information, referral and free condoms, drop by our office at 612 Connaught Dr., (upstairs) Mon. to Fri. 10am - 4pm. Info at: www.hivwestyellowhead.com. For 24 hour assistance call 1-800-772-AIDS. For local assistant, call 780-852-5274. Volunteers welcome.
ASK (Advocates for Special Kids) Meetings first Thursday of the month at 7pm at the Community Outreach office.
Al-AnonAl-Anon Family Group help friends and families of alcoholics - meetings Friday at 7pm at the hospital in the Cavell room. For more info please call 780-852-4518 or 780-852-4578.
Senior’s Curling From 1:30 - 2:30pm in the Activity Multi-purpose hall. Senior’s 55+ Welcome! Need new curlers get team together and join us. Contact Arlene Tomie 780-852-3088 or Lydia Stanko 780-852-5679.
12 Step Meetings Alcoholics Anonymous - meetings Monday and Saturday at 8pm. Narcotics Anonymous meetings Thursdays at 8pm. All meetings are held at the hospital in the Cavell room. For more information or to talk to someone regarding alcohol, drugs or gambling problems please call 780-852-2909.
L’ACFA régionale de JasperACFA (Association canadienne-française de l’Alberta) Centre de ressources en français / French Resources Centre. Heures d’ouverture / Business Hours. Ouvert les lundis / Open Monday De 12 h à 18 h / 12 noon to 6pm. Ouvert les mar., merc. et jeu. / Open Tues., Wed., & Thurs De 12 h à 18 h / 12 noon to 6pm. Veuillez noter que nous sommes ferme les jours fériés/ Closed on stat Holiday. Gare de Jasper entrée de Greyhound Jasper Train Station Greyhound entrance. Tel : 780-852-7476 / Phone : 780-852-7476
COMMUNITY SERVICESCOMMUNITY LISTINGS
Jasper Baptist Church300 Patricia StreetChristmas Eve at 5 p.m.Contact Sherry MacDonald at [email protected]
Jasper Lutheran ChurchSunday, Dec. 23 at 10 30 a.m – Regular ServiceSunday, Dec. 30 at 10:30 a.m. - Christmas Songs and Stories – Led by the Olson Family from Camrose , Alta.
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aries (mar 21 – apr 20)This week’s Full Moon suggests that the year is hardly ending with a whimper. For your part, you are in a revolutionary mood. You are ready to make some big moves and on a variety of fronts. You will shake-it up alright and not later, but now. This will become increasingly obvious this week as 2012 yields to 13! Taurus (apr 20 – may 21)Visions of the future are dancing in your mind. Feeling secure about it would be nice. Moving forward with confidence amidst so much naughty change can be a challenge. Yet change also offers openings and opportunities. The key is to be alert, aware and prepared. The wise men are saying to you: gather knowledge, get trained and stand ready. gemini (may 21 – Jun 21A growing determination to push through and beyond opposition, whether within or without, is the twinkle in your eyes. Fresh perceptions and perspectives are egging you on. Hardly a spectator of life, you are excited to participate. So many people to meet and creative ideas and feelings to express - what abundance! cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22)The Full Moon in your sign is stirring you up! This is an emotional time of the year as it is, and it likely feels larger than ever. As with spirits, it is often best not to mix too much. in this case the emphasis is on mixing too many thoughts with too many emotions. Give yourself the gift of full presence of heart and mind rejoicing in gatherings of friends and family. leo (Jul 22 – aug 23)There is excitement in your air space alright! Many creative ideals are pouring in; a veritable deluge of inspirations. Rather than gawk with wonder and awe, take note and capture as many as you can before this celestial weather pattern changes. Be open and receptive and smart enough to accumulate creative visions. virgo (aug 23 – sep 22)A creative cycle has begun! A steady learning curve is implied. The time is right to be adaptable, flexible and willing to implement creative changes into your usual approaches. Although the festive season can present opportunities to relax, you may be wise to maintain a steady pace of clearing the old to make way for what’s new.
libra (sep 22 – oct 22)Just as with the waxing cycle of the Solstice Sun’s light, you can sense and are ready for a new day. Many thoughts, ideas and visions are flowing through your mind, possibly too many. Yet, you can simply enjoy the abundance of possibilities they imply. it may take a little while yet to make good of these, so for now simply rejoice in the glow of prospects. scorpio (oct 22 – nov 21)You stand ready and set for the New Year. if ever there was a time when you felt the desire to get a jump on your goals, it is now. You have come through a lot these past few years; a new you is rising. Your sense of potential, feeling of possibility and reserves of talents and opportunities are twitching. On you mark…! sagittarius (nov 21 – Dec 21)Out with the old and in with the new is a classic cry for freedom. whether it is from inner or outer blocks and barriers, or to express yourself fully, true freedom requires discipline. Vision followed by initiative, then consistent follow through, that is the ancient recipe. Meanwhile expand your scope of contacts as luck and magic are linked to social connections.
capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19)Your engines are revving and you are eager to shift into gear. There may be some unfinished business you need to attend to before you do so, however. Various facts and details from yesteryear require some attention. These may simply amount to a creative review. what was it you dreamed about that you hope you can remember? Take some time to reflect and review.
aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19)Getting away from it all sounds like the gift you hope to get. if not then you may well decide to gift yourself that very opportunity. ‘it all’ refers more to duties, responsibilities and chores than people. in fact you are happy to socialize, to meet and greet. Either way, woe the one who tries to sway you from your goals, to get away and do exactly as you say!
pisces (Feb 19 – mar 20)Your sense of individuality is peaking and may be leaving you feeling a little punchy. Yet, any strikes and blows will be directed more towards inner enemies, doubt demons and the like. You want to be seen and heard and the only person who may be standing in the way is you. Look for the right tools for the job, to affirm your worth and share your dreams and visions.
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29 Interested in Jasper’s Pro Rodeo? Want to become involved? Then you need to be at the Jasper Heritage RodeoAnnuAl GenerAl MeetinG7 pm Wednesday, January 9, 2013robson House - 409 Patricia StreetJasper, Alberta — EvEryonE WElcomE —
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Council’s Dec. 18 meeting was pleasantly interrupted by a singing telegram. Erin Pettipas (far left), Sonia Deleo and Devon Blackstock belted out an original song, Arts Can Grow, to the tune of Let it Snow, with the help of Klem Klymchuk (not pictured) as Santa.
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Interim operating budget adoptedCouncil unanimously voted to adopt an interim operating
budget because the municipality is currently undertaking a services and structural review, due in January, that may yield budget changes.
“Knowing that changes are anticipated early in the new year on the basis of the services and structural report, it was an excellent suggestion that we would hold finalizing the budget and take advantage of the provisions which exist in the municipal government act that allow us to pass an interim budget,” said Mayor Richard Ireland.
“I really welcome this in terms of having the flexibility to deal with major recommendations, if they come forward,” said CAO Peter Waterworth.
Director of Finance Alice Lettner suggests council adopt an operating budget by the end of March to co-ordinate mill rates with the operating budget.
The current interim budget is $13,343,448, which is the original budget amount, plus a net increase of $3,253. As the interim budget stands, the tax rate is set to increase by 4.55 per cent; $61,000 dollars is generated by each per cent increase.
Jasper to host 2014 Recreation Facility Personnel Conference
This will be the town’s third time hosting this event, which brings approximately 300 individuals to the community and generates around $500,000 in revenue. Sessions will be held at the Jasper Activity Centre. Jasper last hosted this event in 2006 and planning will begin in January.
Four Oil Kings AAA tournaments scheduledThe municipality received a request to host four Oil Kings
AAA tournaments at the end of April and beginning of May. Each tournament involves different age brackets and runs over four days. With this addition, the weekend tournament schedule is full until the season ends on May 12.
Dec. 18 council briefs
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École Desrochers students perform during the school’s Christmas concert on Dec. 18 at the Jasper Activity Centre. The musical-infused and comedic acts drew applause and laughter from the audience, especially the perfor-mances where students didn’t speak a word and used animated actions to tell a story.
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École Desrochers Christmas concert
kick off your New year’s resolutions with a Day of wellnessSaturday, January 5, 2013
Get inspired and motivated for 2013 with special guest speakers Trudy Pelletier from Simply More Inc., Anita Kelder, our very own
yoga instructor and wellness expert and our Fairmont chefs.
Two options available for you to spend the day with us:Fitzhughs To-Go Lunch – Gourmet Sandwich, Pastry and Beverage of Choice
Two Sessions and Cooking Demo$45.00
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On the last week before Christmas, the fitzhugh staff went out looking for the most impressive storefront display in Jasper. In the end, it was a very dif-ficult choice and coming to a consensus was not an easy matter. However, we decided to recognize two businesses instead of one. Elysion florals Antiques and Gifts and Jasper Camera and Gifts are this year’s winners.
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By THE JASPER SKI CLuB Submitted
While the Winter Start celebrations in Lake Louise at the end of November kick-started the International Ski Federation World Cup season, Dec. 9 marked the official start date for Jasper Ski Club’s Nancy Greene Ski League, which saw young athletes ranging in age from five to 11 ripping around the slopes of Marmot Basin. While the club’s older racers, split into three different age groups, U-16, U-14 and U-12, started on opening day at Marmot Basin.
“The club has continued to grow over the past few years and is now 76 athletes strong,” said club president Alex Rayner. “In the seven years that our family has been involved in the club, we have grown every year, effectively doubling in numbers over that time and our membership now includes families from Jasper, Hinton, Edson, Edmonton, Grand Cache, and Whitecourt. It’s really quite a success story.”
For over 28 years Jasper Ski Club has been an alpine racing club that focuses on promoting strong technical skills and developing great skiers and racers. “It’s pretty amazing to see former racers from this club returning with their children or as coaches,” Rayner said. Former Jasper Ski Club racer Landon Shepherd (now on the executive board for the club) and wife Brenda have their children in the program.
Former club racer Cameron Mahler is in his second year as a U-14 coach and coaches Molly Ostrander and Tieghan Williams are also former racers with the club.
“We also have several coaches with us returning year after year, people like Brent Schleppe (head U-14 coach), Patrice Fortin (head Nancy Greene Coach), Victoria Begg (U-12 head Coach), John Griffiths, and our technical director Gilbert Wall and many more, all of our crew does a great job,” said Rayner. “We really try to focus on keeping this sport as affordable as possible for our membership and that means a lot of volunteer work by the executive and the various coordinator positions, it’s a real team effort. This keeps our fees substantially lower than other race clubs in the province.”
The Jasper Ski Club trains most weekends at Marmot Basin and travels province-wide once the race season starts in January.
“Our first race for of the season is at Marmot Basin on January 11 for the U-14 group, so we are looking forward to that, after that our kids head all over, Edmonton, Panorama, Castle Mountain, Nakiska and Lake Louise,” said Rayner. “We also want to thank all of the people and businesses that assist us along the way, Marmot Basin, Totem Ski Shop, Source for Sports, Edge Control, Don Hayes and many more.”
Jasper Ski Club begins it’s seventh year
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The Santas Anonymous campaign had a wealth of donations this season. This table of toys is ready to be wrapped and put under the tree for an excited child to dis-cover on Christmas morning. It took Santas Anonymous helpers three days to wrap and sort all the gifts acquired by the campaign over the past few months.
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Full time positions to start immediately Starting Wage is $13.61 per hour
2 KITCHEN HELPERS Full time positions to start immediately
Starting wage is $11.41 per hour
Please apply in person or send your resumeonline to: [email protected],
fax it to 1-888-285-4333 or call 780-852-8844.
Aberdeen Publishing has an opening for the positions as Publisher of the Jasper Fitzhugh.
We are seeking a proven leader with the entrepreneurial skills to continue and further enhance the strong growth this paper has experienced over the past six years.
Ideally, you should have a good understanding of all facets of newspaper operations with emphasis on sales, marketing and fi nancial management. In addition, our new publisher should be well suited to working with community groups and clients as well as developing sponsorship opportunities for the newspaper,
As publisher of the Fitzhugh, you will help develop strategy for the newspaper as it continues to serve this diverse marketplace.
Aberdeen Publishing is one of Western Canada’s largest independent newspaper companies with properties in British Columbia and Alberta.
If you have the ability to innovate, are customer driven, success oriented, and want to live in one of the most beautiful places in Alberta, then we want to hear from you. We offer a generous compensation and benefi ts package as well as the opportunity for career advancement.
Please submit your resume by December 31, 2012, to the attention of:
Ron Lovestone, Regional ManagerPrince George Free Press1773 South Lyon StreetPrince George, BC V2N 1T3Telephone 778.349.6327 oremail [email protected]
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FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISORFT shiftwork. 2 to 3 years exp. or related College Diploma. Duties: Review & adjust daily sales projections. Prescreen applications. Open & close the restaurant. Supervise, train, delegate shift tasks. Ensure quality standards. Assist in ordering. Record stock used. Responsible for shift cash, till & order accuracy. Serve customers, handle concerns, prepare food, cleaning. $10.00 to $13.00/hour, 38+ hrs/wk. 4 positions.
2002 Saturn SL, grey, 4 door sedan, 433,000 kms, manual transmission, great fuel economy. Has been a good commuter car. $1,500 OBO. Call Loretta 250-968-4453. GTS NOV 29 1993 Dodge Spirit car Loaded, 78,000 original kilometres. Garage stored. Excellent condition. Excellent Fuel economy. $3,499 OBO. Contact Oli at 250-569-2583. GTS SEPT 5
2004 Ford Freestar minivan Sports model. Tan colour. Loaded. Good condition. Clean. Winter rims and tires included. $6,500 OBO Phone 250-569-7295 daytime or 250-968 4322 evenings. GTS JAN 25
1995 Wilderness 5th wheel camper 21.5 feet. Sleeps 6 people with queen size upper bed. Fridge, 4 burner stove/oven, propane heated, AM/FM stereo, shower tub, with 12 ft. awning $700.00 In great condition. 1996 Ford F-250 extended cab short box, 196,000km, truck canopy included. Asking price is $10,000 for BOTH OBO. If interested call Jocelyn 250-566-4491 (home) or 250-566-1700 (cell) GTS SEPT 5
Feller Buncher 227 Cat, new motor, good undercarriage, most of this machine is rebuilt. Price $15,000 OBO. Call 250-566-2471. GTS JULY 25
Ho Ho Ho! Fight “Christmas Treat Guilt” by filling your stockings with Roger’s healthy, naturally grown garlic. Phone 250-566-9794. Dec 27 Case Model 530 Tractor front end loader in good condition $3,500. Parts tractors Case 530 backhoe attachment $1,000. 14 foot tandem field disk $800. Contact 250-219-0277 GTS NOV 29Good used sea containers for sale. McBride area $3,650, Valemount $3,500 Delivered. We accept Visa/MC 250-314-9522. JAN 3
2 Bedroom house on acreage for rent in Tete Jaune. $700 per month. Contact 250-566-9811 DEC 20CN APARTMENTS in Valemount- 1 & 2 BR $520 & $590 plus hydro. No pets. JUNIPER MANOR -Furnished Bachelor $450 plus hydro. 2 BR
$550 plus hydro. Scott 250-566-1569 DEC 20Furnished 1 and 2 bedroom homes and bachelor suite. Available immediately, in Valemount. 250-566-9884. Emails [email protected]. JAN 3
Office space for rent or lease in the Village of Valemount. Bring your business idea to this move-in-ready space. Total of 365 sq. ft. consists of office with sink and separate waiting room. Located in a professional building. Call 778-389-5100 or email [email protected] to view. DEC 13
Mobile Home: Hartman’s Trailer Park 2-Bedroom with addition, wood stove and oil heat. Rental purchase optional. Asking $16,000 OBO or $500 monthly rent. Call Doug 250-566-4240 GTS NOV 15Mobile Home: Hartman’s Trailer Park 2 bedrooms, new roof, bathroom, windows, and carpet. Pellet Stove and propane furnace. $20,000 OBO Call Nathan 250-566-5040. GTS JUNE 20
Move-in ready 4 bedroom, 3 bath home Recently renovated. Hardwood, tile and laminate throughout. Extra lot, fences and landscaped yard make this the perfect home. This is a must see if you are looking to relocate. 1311 - 9th Ave. Valemount, B.C. Call or text Michelle today at 250-566-1947 or call Francis at 250-566-4411. GTS DEC 13
FOR SALE: Commercial & Residential property on 5th Ave. in Valemount. Front half leased to coffee and gift shop. Back half is a 4 bedroom, 3 bath apartment. For more information call 250-566-4532. JAN 3
TAXI DRIVER WANTED, Class 1-2-4 with medical certificate, 10 years plus driving experience, area McBride or Valemount. Call 250-566-8294 (TAXI)
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# 002-2 Comfortable family home on fenced corner lot. 3 Bdrms + office, 2 full baths. Open concept living space with wood finishes. Oil furnace + wood stove. Pet ok. $900.
#19 Updated trailer on fenced lot w/large shed. 900 sq. feet - 2 bdrm + small office, 1 bath w/jetted tub. Oil furnace/electric fireplace. Pet ok, no smoking. $715.
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Christmas is upon us. The tree is put up and beautifully decorated, Christmas decorations adorn the home inside and out, the mistletoes are hung, the poinsettia is centred on the dining room table, and the smell of freshly baked cookies and gingerbread fills the entire house.
However, did you know that many of the plants popular at Christmas time are actually toxic for our pets? Toxicity ranges from mild to severe, and how sick your pet may become depends on the amount of plant consumed as well as the pet’s size. Puppies and kittens are at greatest risk for plant poisoning due to their natural curiosity and small size. If only small amounts of plant material are ingested, your pet may only suffer from mild gastrointestinal upset, however, if your cat or dog eats a large amount of plant material, it may lead to excessive salivation, vomiting, diarrhea, increased heart rate and increased respiratory rate. In severe cases, the pet may experience seizures, go into shock, coma or even die. So it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with poisonous holiday plants before you decide to bring one into your home.
Most of us hang mistletoe high enough so it is out of reach of our pets. While mistletoe poisoning is rare, it does occur if a pet eats a large amount of the berries. If the pet only
consumes a small amount of the berries, it may only suffer with a stomach upset. Symptoms of mistletoe poisoning may include excessive salivation, vomiting, diarrhea, more frequent urination, as well as an increased heart rate and respiratory rate. In severe cases, the pet may experience seizures, collapse, go into shock, and possibly death if left untreated.
The red berries on the holly plant can be poisonous if a pet consumes the berries in large amounts. If your pet only consumes small amounts of the berries, you may not see any symptoms of poisoning. If ingested, most dogs and cats smack their lips, drool and shake their heads excessively due to the mechanical injury from the spiny leaves. Holly berry poisoning can lead to severe gastrointestinal upset, vomiting and diarrhea. If your pet consumes large amounts, dehydration and electrolyte imbalance will be a concern as well. In severe cases, tremors or seizures may be seen, followed by coma and death.
Contrary to popular belief, poinsettias are only mildly toxic to pets, if at all. However, keeping poinsettias out of the reach of your pets is nevertheless a good idea. The milky white sap of poinsettias is considered to be mildly toxic and can cause oral irritation if consumed by your pet. Oral irritation will be noticeable due to the animal shaking its head, excess salivating, or pawing at the head and mouth. Poinsettia may also cause mild signs of gastrointestinal upset, vomiting, drooling, and in rare cases diarrhea, but not
death. Some pets may experience dermal irritation, including redness, swelling, and itchiness, if their skin is exposed to the sap. If your pet has been exposed to poinsettia, immediately wash the sap off to stop further irritation.
Christmas trees are considered to be mildly toxic. The oils of the fir tree can be irritating to the mouth and stomach and cause excessive drooling or vomiting. While the needles aren’t easily digested, if your pet does swallow them, the needles could cause gastrointestinal irritation, vomiting, gastrointestinal obstruction or even punctures.
It is advisable to contact your veterinarian immediately no matter the amount of plant matter your pet has consumed. Intravenous fluids may be needed to prevent dehydration and correct any electrolyte imbalance. Never induce vomiting unless advised to do so by your veterinarian as it can do more damage to the esophagus. Also, never induce vomiting on an animal that is in distress (trouble breathing, fast or slow heart rate, seizing, or unconscious).
There are a variety of plants that are toxic to pets, so keep that in mind if you see your pet nibbling on any household plants. If you are unsure about the toxicity of a plant, visit www.petinsurance.com/healthzone/education/pet-poisons-and-toxins/toxic-plants-for-pets.aspx.
Monitor your pet’s interest in eating plants and place plants out of reach of pets. As well, check the plants for any signs of chewing or missing leaves.
Happy holidays!
Christmas time poses many dangers to pets
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Mistletoe (left), holly (centre) and pointsettia are all poisonous if eaten.
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By DAnIEL BETTS Editor
Thanks to a generous donation from Martin Motor Sports of Edmonton, the Valemount Area Recreation Development Association (VARDA) Snow Host Team will be motoring over snowmobile trails on a brand new 2013 Summit XM snowmobile.
According to Curtis Pawliuk, VARDA general manager, the Snow Host program has been around since 2004. Snowmobile hosts proved direct, on the trail, contact and information to snowmobile users with the intent of influencing environmentally friendly safe riding behaviours while they perform maintenance duties, snow and weather observations and boundary patrols within the managed snowmobile areas. They share general information on mountain safety, responsible riding practices and environmental stewardship and promote understanding and awareness of VARDA and the managed snowmobile areas.
Pawliuk notes that the Host program has had some great support over the years from such organizations as CMH Heli-Skiing and the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George (RDFFG).
“We could not operate this program without the great support we receive,” said Pawliuk. “CMH Heli-Skiing has been a long-time supporter of VARDA’s Host Program for many years, providing highly quality Arcteryx uniforms for us and contributing with a substantial cash donation annually.”
Pawliuk noted that the RDFFG, a regular supporter, contributes to the wages of the Snow Host Team.
“Martin Motor Sports joined these great groups by providing a 2013 Summit XM snowmobile for us to use during our weekend field work,” said Pawliuk. “This is very exciting and a relationship we have been working on for some time. Having this type of support for our programs is crucial to our successful operation and we are extremely grateful to all of the VARDA sponsoring businesses.”
Pawliuk invites any interested party or individual to see a complete listing of all the VARDA sponsors by checking out the sponsor section on the VARDA website at www.valemountrecdevelopment.com
Generous donations help support VARDA
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vARDA’s Snow Host Team members, Will Chitty and Curtis Pawliuk, posing in their Arc-teryx gear donated by CMH, and a 2013 Summit XMs from Martin Motor Sports of Edmonton.
By ASTRID fRAZIER Contributor
McBride, B.C. and the Robson Valley is very fortunate to have so many talented and skilled artists who reside here and give us all the opportunity to enjoy their work. One of the newer residents to the valley is Brad Strang and he has a lot to offer when it comes to talent. Brad and his wife Debbie moved here a year ago from Quesnel, B.C.
Brad recently recorded a CD at his home entitled Blue Mountain Rush, which includes the singing talents of Donna Christiansen of Quesnel, and local McBride singer Cassidy Alan.
The title, Strang says, is a name that he had created and has secretly guarded for many years. He has always thought that if he ever recorded a CD or started a band, Blue Mountain Rush would be the perfect name. Brad says it probably originated from his appreciation for rocky-topped mountains and from being raised on a raspberry farm surrounded by mountains in Yarrow, B.C. When he and his wife moved to the Robson Valley, Blue Mountain Rush (trademark pending) seemed the perfect name for his first CD.
Music has been a hobby of Strang’s since childhood. He is a self-taught guitarist from age 15. Some people told him he should give it up, but when Brad discovered tablature (a method of illustrated finger placement versus a note to be sounded) he started to improve. When Strang was in his 20s, he started writing songs and recording them on a 4-track and many of the songs on his new CD were arranged on it. To record his CD he used an antiquated 12-track he bought in his late 40’s.
Strang owns and plays many instruments, including acoustic, electric, slide, and bass guitars, banjo, harmonicas and a little bit
of violin, viola, cello, mandolin, mountain dulcimer, and jews harp. Strang plays all the instruments on his CD and sings some of the songs himself. Brad says he likes to write generically so that people of all walks can enjoy his music. He finds the time it takes for lyric writing very unpredictable. The song Heaven was written in minutes, where Seasons took many months to write. Brad says he has been privileged to watch both of those songs bring tears to people’s eyes, and he considers himself very fortunate to have Donna Christiansen and Cassidy Alan sing those songs.
Another hobby Strang enjoys is chainsaw carving, which he started when he was approaching retirement in 2008. Brad had a chainsaw that he didn’t know how to use and a stump in his backyard. He says he learned by looking up carving on the internet and in books. A great learning experience for him was attending the Chetwynd chainsaw carving competition, where he spoke with and watched expert carvers. For the first-two-and-a-half years he produced many “fancy
pieces of firewood,” but eventually he says the artistry came through.
Brad’s carvings consist of caricatures of bears, raptors, people and horses. As time goes by, he strives to create more realistic pieces. He mainly uses spruce because it highlights stain color the best, but since moving to the Robson Valley he has come to enjoy the natural grain of cedar. Strang says that retirement has allowed him the privilege to pursue his hobbies of music and chainsaw carving. Last summer his chainsaw carvings provided him with the funds necessary to upgrade his drum machine and microphones, which then helped him decide to record his CD.
Brad’s CD, Blue Mountain Rush can be purchased at the Whistle Stop Gallery in McBrideand on its website at www.whistlestopgallery.org. Some of his carvings can be found at the gallery and in many other businesses in McBride. Brad can be reached at either [email protected] or [email protected].
Brad Strang – Blue Mountain Rush
PHOTOS SuBMITTED BY BRAD STRAnG
Above: Brad Strang sits beneath one of his chainsaw wood carvings in McBride.Right: Brad Strang shows off some of his many instruments in his McBride home.Below: Brad Strang’s CD cover for his new album.
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White Bean and Tuna Salad with extra Virgin Olive Oil and Apple Cider Vinaigrette
APPETIZERWild Mushroom and Green Pea Risotto Garnished with Tempura Prawn
SORBETLemon, Champagne and Strawberry
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Lobster ThermidorTender Canadian Lobster, cooked with Tarragon, Brandy and
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Scalloped PotatoesGrilled Asparagus
Vegetable Strudel with Pesto
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Tuxedo StrawberriesCaptain Morgan Spiced Rum & Raisin Pie
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On the evenings of Dec. 19 and 20, the Jasper Elementa-ry School invited parents and residents to enjoy an eve-ning of holiday entertainment. The students presented the 12 days of Christmas, rocked around the Christmas tree, explored modern ways of reaching Santa, took a sleigh ride and declared “Merry Christmas” to the audi-ence in many different languages. Students had much fun entertaining an appreciative audience.
Jasper Elementary School Christmas concert
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