Archives for “September 2008”

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September 26, 2008

Alpine Canada Webs Volunteers

Alpine Canada Alpin (ACA) has launched a one-stop online shop for volunteer recruitment, beginning its search for the more than 1000 volunteers required to execute … (More)

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Letter to editor – undemocratic despots?

Dear Editor, Jumbo Valley remains wild thanks to the efforts of Kootenay residents who over the past 17 years have delivered a clear message to … (More)

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La Niña’s Return?

Scientists are predicting the lingering effects of La Niña weather conditions as the winter gets underway. Last season’s incredible winter across almost all of North … (More)

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September 19, 2008

JumboWild victory celebration

The Farnham Creek blockade near Jumbo Glacier is coming down on Wednesday, September 24, and a celebration is planned for Saturday, September 27. Over the … (More)

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The End of a Freestyle Era

With mixed emotions the Canadian Freestyle Ski Association is announcing today that John Pomeroy, CFSA Sport Development Manager, will be leaving the Association effective today … (More)

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Whistler’s Renewable Energy Project

Whistler reports construction has begun on a renewable energy project that is meant to offset the total annual energy consumption at Whistler Blackcomb. The Fitzsimmons … (More)

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September 18, 2008

Art of Indulgence

Red Tree Lodge & Restaurant opened in the fall of 2007 after a major renovation and refurbishment to create a more modern alpine setting for … (More)

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September 12, 2008

Bruce Cockburn to perform JumboWild concert

Bruce Cockburn will perform a special JumboWild benefit concert on October 2, 2008 in Fort Steele Heritage Town. Tickets went on sale just a few … (More)

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Ken Read to Lead Alberta Alpine

Former Alpine Canada Alpin Chief Executive Officer Ken Read will lead Alberta Alpine, filling the position of President, which was vacated by Thomas Grandi who … (More)

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September 11, 2008

Emily Brydon drives “Quest For Gold”

The 2008 Quest for Gold golf tournament is set to kick off a new campaign aimed at delivering the funding Canada’s alpine ski racers require … (More)

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