Ukraine’s Spectacular Churches
There are many churches of various denominations in Ukraine. The architectural grandeur of the buildings and their antiquity always evoke admiration and a desire to pray for the health of loved ones, friends, and for peace in our land.
Council backs statement against harassment
Crowsnest Pass council directed administration May 5 to prepare a statement saying harassment, insults and online abuse will not be tolerated.
Urban Paternalism
I was walking along the Peace Bridge in Calgary this week when I ran into something that perfectly sums up the disconnect between urban activism and rural reality in Alberta.
Mobile home park seeks garbage change
A representative of Lodgepole Mobile Home Park asked Sparwood council to consider allowing an alternate garbage collection system for the park during the May 5 regular council meeting.
Sparwood adopts budget, tax rate bylaws
Sparwood council adopted its 2026 to 2030 financial plan and 2026 tax rate bylaw during its May 5 regular meeting, marking the final step in the municipality’s annual budget process.
Sparwood student pitches roadside safety project
A Sparwood Secondary School student brought a roadside safety project to Sparwood council during the May 5 regular meeting.
Council plans town hall meeting
Councillors discussed moving away from open mic style meetings toward table based public conversations and Bylaw 1266 passed second and third readings after no public submissions were received.
Mother’s Day - A Special Holiday
Mother’s Day is a special holiday. On this day, with love and affection, we congratulate our dear mothers, with whom we will always feel like children. On this day, I always remember the warmth of my mother’s hands, her smile, and my soul becomes happier and brighter.
When oversight is weakened, bad outcomes follow
In late April, Elections Alberta confirmed the unauthorized use of Alberta’s List of Electors by the Centurion Group Ltd., triggering what officials described as an extremely serious situation affecting millions of Albertans. The list contains the personal information of approximately 2.9 million voters. According to Chief Electoral Officer Gordon McClure, Albertans have responded with fear and anxiety, particularly those in vulnerable situations, including domestic violence survivors, law enforcement personnel and members of marginalized communities.
Council passes updated fees and charges bylaw
Crowsnest Pass council approved the municipality’s updated Fees, Rates and Charges Bylaw after reviewing utility rates, development penalties, safety code levies and public access to council meeting recordings.
Council approves Bellevue waterwork
Crowsnest Pass council approved a multimillion-dollar water infrastructure project for Bellevue after hearing the work is needed to reduce the risk of a major service disruption and improve fire flow in the community.
Clean audit for municipality
The Municipality of Crowsnest Pass received a clean audit opinion for its 2025 financial statements, with the auditor telling council the municipality remains in a strong financial position.
Crowsnest Pass boosts seniors tax rebate to $500
Crowsnest Pass council voted to increase the municipality’s Seniors Property Tax Rebate Program from $325 to $500.
Sparwood trails expand with new builds planned for 2026
The Sparwood Trail System is continuing to grow in 2026, with new trail construction planned in the Sparwood Ridge area and volunteer maintenance work set to begin in May.
KidSport seeks support as demand grows
KidSport Crowsnest Pass asked municipal council to consider long term support for the program as demand grows and the cost of youth sports continues to rise.
RDEK reverses course on time change, survey planned
The Regional District of East Kootenay is preparing a public survey on time observance after its board rescinded an earlier decision to move toward year-round Mountain Standard Time.