Tom Shypitka
305-535 Victoria Ave. North V1C6S3 Cranbrook, BC, Canada

Merry Christmas from the U-13 Cranbrook Bucks Hockey Team (Adam is the first one up).

Congratulations.

CFKR has invested an additional $50,000 through the ECSF towards local charities and other qualified donees that are supporting populations experiencing heightened vulnerability due to COVID-19. Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies

More snow on the way for Fernie.

THIS WEEK: Monday (Dec. 21) - Regular Hamper Day Tuesday (Dec. 22) - Christmas Turkey / Ham Pick up between 10:00am & 2:00pm Wednesday (Dec. 23) - Regular Hampe...r Day CLOSED THURSDAY, DECEMBER 24 - SUNDAY, JANUARY 3 (Bread / sweets will still be available on our porch)

What’s there to do this weekend? Please participate in your civic duty that many wish they had and many that fought and died for. Get out and vote today. It is real easy and doesn’t take any time.

The historic community of MOYIE was our stop today. The weather was cold but the coffee and conversation was hot. I heard about many issues but access to our backcountry was the most common. I also met the local scuba dive team and I visited a local business person who is quite busy due to the important amenities he provides. He also has the cutest litter of German Shepard puppies.

This is good to see. BC Wildfire Service News Release - Oct. 6th With the support of the Rocky Mountain Trench Natural Resources Society, BC Wildfire Service plans to conduct a 350-hectare ecosystem restoration burn near the Old Kimberley Airport, about 18 kilometres east of Kimberley and about 23 kilometres north of Cranbrook.... Smoke will be visible from Kimberley, Cranbrook and surrounding communities, and to motorists travelling along Highway 93 and Highway 95A. The exact timing of this burn will depend on weather and site conditions, but could begin as early as Monday, Oct. 5, 2020. [NOTE: The BCWS has confirmed it will proceed this afternoon] Burning will proceed only if conditions are suitable and allow for a low-intensity to moderate-intensity fire. All prescribed burns must comply with the Environmental Management Act and the Open Burning Smoke Control Regulation. This helps minimize the amount of smoke generated. Trained BC Wildfire Service personnel will monitor this fire at all times. Key goals of this prescribed burn include: - restore a more open forest structure by reducing tree density - maintain wildlife ecosystems, including ungulate winter range - rejuvenate understory vegetation (e.g. smaller plants growing under the tree canopy) - reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires in the area Fire is a normal and natural process in many of B.C.’s ecosystems. The BC Wildfire Service works regularly with land managers to undertake fuel management activities (including the use of prescribed burns), to help restore ecosystem dynamics and reduce the severity of future wildfires and related threats to communities. Learn more about prescribed burning online: http://ow.ly/20Su50Ax89j To report a wildfire, unattended campfire or open burning violation, call 1 800 663-5555 tollfree or *5555 on a cellphone. For the latest information on current wildfire activity, burning restrictions, road closures and air quality advisories, visit: http://www.bcwildfire.ca.

We are in the historic community of Moyie established in 1893. We have a tent out with plenty of coffee, donuts and conversation right across from the Fire Hall. See you there.

Registered charities and qualified donees in Elkford, Sparwood, Fernie, Cranbrook and surrounding rural areas have a chance to apply for the second round of a COVID-19 support fund.

Due to the weather change! I will be at the Moyie Pub parking lot at 11:30 today. I have a tent, tables, heaters and most importantly coffee and donuts. Hope to see you there for a chat.

ICBC is broken and motorists need choice - full stop. Motorists also deserve a rebate on being overcharged during this pandemic. All Other provinces have done this. Why not BC? Find out why with this Breaking News announcement!

Access is important to us in Kootenay East. We have been successful in working with CP Rail, Transport Canada, RDEK, Ministry of FLNRORD, MP Rob Morrison and many concerned stakeholders. I thank everyone for working together to make this happen.

Access is important to all of us in Kootenay East. We have been successful in restoring the access road at the Fassiferne crossing 8km west of Cranbrook. It was a lot of work with CPR, Transport Canada, RDEK, many stakeholders and MP Rob Morrisson. Thanks again and please treat the backcountry right and it will serve you for many years.

For Immediate Release - Oct. 5, 2020 Ministry of Forests, Lands, and Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development BC Wildfire Service...Continue reading

The BC Liberal Party is a made-in-BC provincial political party that is not affiliated with any federal political party. Our supporters include federal Conservatives, federal Liberals, and people with no federal affiliation all united by free enterprise beliefs and the goal of creating a strong private sector economy that pays for quality public services. Fundamentally, we believe in opportunity for all of BC no matter where you come from, where you live, or what you do for a living.

South Star Trails are looking great, thanks to all the dedicated volunteers.

I am looking forward to tonight's event.

To all the teachers here in Kootenay East, we thank you. This year hasn’t been easy, but you have stepped up and gone out of your way to support and inspire our future generations. Thank you for your perseverance and dedication to this important profession. #WorldTeachersDay

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to the best boss in the world. The constituents of Kootenay East have been well served by this Lady. Thanks Heather for all you do! LIBRA POWER!

Restore confidence and Rebuild the economy

Seniors need relief and support. They have spent their entire lives paying their fair share, contributing to our economy and our way of life. This bold plan will assist greatly.

Wrapping up a successful second week on the campaign trail! I’m grateful for all the friendly faces I had the pleasure of meeting this week across BC, and am looking forward to meeting more in the weeks to come!

It always helps when you are brought some homemade goodies. Anna-Mae Gartside has been a family friend for years. A little know factoid- my name would have been Anna-Mae if I was born a girl because of this delightful woman. Thanks Anna-Mae!

This is it folks. We can decide to keep current government using every tool in the tool box to shut industry, employment and opportunity for all or we can grow out of our current deficit and put in place a bold right of centre government that will grow us out of our deficit and provide revenues to take care of affordability, homelessness. Wildlife, and mental health and addiction. Vote BC Liberal and give the next generation a chance.

Kootenay East Hockey history! Hockey runs deep here and is part of our historical fabric that makes up our great region. Go SPIKE Go! Also, I believe it is Danny Spring’s birthday today. So many great names in this article and history to boot.

A few minor technical difficulties at the start of the forum that were quickly addressed. I am participating in two more forums. Today's information below. When: Oct 14, 2020 03:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada) Topic: Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce All Candidates Forum Please click the link below to join the webinar:... https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84038937369 Or iPhone one-tap : US: +13462487799,,84038937369# or +16465588656,,84038937369# Or Telephone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 346 248 7799 or +1 646 558 8656 or +1 669 900 9128 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799 Webinar ID: 840 3893 7369

T-Pops and Socks! Best birthday present ever from my 1st and only grandson Hudson Takashi Shypitka. My grandparent name is T-Pops and I found a personalized YETI mug and a pair of HUDSON socks in the mailbox. Thanks HUDSON (and Julie and Dustin).

The BC Liberals understand that our government's decisions will ultimately be inherited by our youth and young leaders. Let's restore confience and rebuild BC to give them the best shot of success tomorrow. Vote BC Liberal.

New fall hours for the Informarion Center.

Awesome day at the Cranbrook Farmers Market. I encourage talking with the vendors to hear about their unique products. I purchased some great coffees, meat pies, and something I have never tried before.....MEAD! By the way....every vendor I spoke to was excited to see no PST for a year if the BC Liberals get in....just sayin