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They’re off - École Fox Run School students participated in the Terry Fox Run in groups based on grade and gender, Sept. 28 raising $905 for cancer research. They were encouraged to wear pink to raise awareness and school spirit.

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Robust picture painted for Alberta’s future by Treena Mielke Black Press

A senior economist with ATB painted a fairly bright financial picture for Alberta to a crowd of about 100 people attending a presentation in Sylvan Lake, last Thursday. “Alberta is all about oil and crude oil prices are pretty solid right now,” said Todd Hirsch, in his presentation sponsored by Sylvan Lake Chamber of Commerce and the local ATB branch. “Albertans are spending a lot and feeling very confident. They are secure in their jobs. Retail is robust and the population is growing.” Hirsch said Albertans have a right to feel confident because they are situated well in Western Canada.

Alberta is all about oil, he noted, adding tension in the Middle East has moved prices up. “The Middle East is a big supply for crude oil.” While oil prices are not expected to fall, they are volatile. “I would like to say oil prices would never tumble, but they could,” he added. “One thing I know for sure, oil could be between zero and a million dollars a barrel,” he joked. “(It could become a) touch softer than it is now, but we will continue to see investment in oil sands and conventional drilling.” The agriculture picture is looking brighter than it has in the past, he added. “Things are looking a little brighter

for agriculture. Prices are rising.” He attributed the higher prices to a higher standard of living in China and India. “They want more food and better quality of food,” he said. “Western Canada is situated well to take advantage of that.” On the livestock front, Hirsch suggested the e coli situation is not a real cause for alarm economically. “I don’t think there will be a real economic fallout because of e coli. At this point it is not a reason for concern.” Mortgage rates in Canada should remain constant in 2013, he said. “There is not a whiff of inflation in the Canadian economy. I can’t see much movement in mortgage rates for 12 to 15 months,” he said.

The U.S. economy is only okay, he noted. “The best you can say for the U.S. economy is they are treading water. It is not operating where it should.” The employment picture in the U.S. doesn’t seem to be particularly bright, he said. “Jobs are not coming back to the U.S. and discouraged workers are dropping out of the work force.” While Hirsch emphasized that locally, the economy is strong and stable, he said global economy might feel like a mess, and the traditional tools of monetary policy don’t appear to be working. Hirsch compared the global economy to eating in a restaurant where there were no utensils and no accommodating waiters or waitresses. He said compromise and co-opera-

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kcs Association turns 35, celebrated new name and image by Aleisha Bosch Sylvan Lake News

With excited children, face painting, and cake, the kcs Association celebrated its 35th birthday, along with a new accessible playground and image, Sept. 28 at Sylvan Lake Family and Community Centre. The association, formerly known as Sylvan Lake Kinder-Care, started in 1978, said executive director Ann Faulk. At the time, it was one of the first early childhood care providers in the province. In 2000, kcs began offering services to spe-

grown older with them,” said Faulk. With their growth came the need for a new name — “Kinder-Care” no longer reflected their diversity. Alexa Visscher, 3, had her face The associapainted with the kcs Association tion serves blue butterfly, at the organiza- about 200 chiltion’s 35th birthday celebration dren from Sept. 28. September to June with their cial needs youth, and in early learning pro2010 they extended the grams, said Faulk. service to special needs Doreen King’s son adults, said Faulk. They AJ, 5, is one of those also provide family sup- children. With speech port programs. issues, he rarely talks. “As those kids have When he was 2, his grown older we’ve speech therapist

referred him to kcs, saying it had small class sizes and friendly, helpful staff. He has attended their programs ever since, and now attends kindergarten at kcs for five half-days a week. “It was just overwhelming. Like great, this sounds awesome,” said King. Since he began attending kcs, King has seen a marked improvement in her son, which she credits to kcs staff. He talks more, she said,

and is less shy and more open to other people. “The teachers and the aides were so nice and he just took to them right away,” said King, adding that her son was initially reluctant to leave home. “They make you feel so welcome.” Though still a boy of few words, AJ has said he likes attending kcs, said King. “If it wasn’t for kcs I don’t know where I would have taken him.”

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Interact Club chartering at H. J. Cody; planning projects by Alana Routhier Special to Sylvan Lake News

H. J. Cody High School is excited to be chartering an Interact Club (the high school division of Rotary). We have met with

Sylvan Lake Rotary Club members and they are very supportive and excited to get involved. After two meetings, we have 21 members and have elected our executive for the year.

Teacher liasons are Ms. Routhier and Ms. Buyks and they are excited about all of the ideas that we have generated so far. Co-Presidents are Bethany Mulholland and Brooklyn Soley

Winter coats program underway again; last year 350 used service by Treena Mielke Black Press

A local non-profit group is doing its part this year to ensure everyone, no matter what age, will have a warm winter coat to wear when the cold weather hits. Sylvan Lake Community Partners’ Association’s ‘Coats For Kids and Families’ program is now underway. Office manager Jennifer Lemega said the public is urged to bring winter coats to Sylvan Lake & Area Community Partners’ Association located at 4936 50th Avenue or drop them off at Crystal Clean Laundromat in Lakeland Plaza. Owner Neil McLeod said he has been collecting coats at that location for a few years. He added volunteers come in to ensure the coats are clean and in good condition so they can be passed on to others. “With the beautiful fall weather we’ve been having, people aren’t thinking about winter coats, but they need to,” he said. “Some people out there don’t have coats.” Lemega said the Coats for Kids program includes coats for

adults, as well. Touques, mitts, boots and scarves are also available. Last year, more than 350 adult and children’s coats were given out through the Coats for Kids program. Sylvan Lake Community Partners’ Association (SLCPA) is a registered non-profit charity operated by a volunteer board of directors and three employed staff. As well as Coats for Kids, the organization oversees many other projects and programs including the compassion fund, the Community Christmas Dinner, the Heroes School Project, Arts Around the Lake and Gallery and the Women’s Wellness Retreat. Monthly coffee sharing time, Sylvan Family Matters, the community emergency fund and

the 1913 Days compassion garage sale event are also run under the auspices of Sylvan Lake Community Partners’ Association. The board, staff and volunteers also participate in various fundraisers to raise money for SLCPA affiliated programs and projects.

who are also hoping to work to support the Coats for Kids program. Secretary is Chais Avery and treasurer is Hailey Declercke. Photographers are Jessica Beckwith and Hannah Edgecombe and PR reps are Ann Duffy and Annika Vetter. Remaining members will chair the events and programs that are closest to their hearts. These are Makenna McLean, Kaden deFrece, Amber Carson, Bobbi Cerin,

who have been chosen to attend. Our first project will be promoting and collecting Christmas shoeboxes. Our goal is to collect at least 50 shoeboxes by Nov. 14th. Boxes and instructions are available in Room 103, but students may use any shoebox that they choose and packing instructions can be found online through Samaritan’s Purse (www.samaritanspurse. ca/operation-christmas-child). Interacters are also hoping to get involved with Coats for Kids and current Rotary projects. Throughout the year, students would like to connect with elderly in our community, help out with Habitat for Humanity in Red Deer,

help kids as the need presents itself, support the Cancer Society, the Ronald McDonald House, and Free the Children (sponsors of We Day). Our lofty ambition would be to organize a hot air balloon fundraiser in the spring and we would love any direction that people can give us towards accomplishing this. We are still welcoming new members, so please encourage H. J. Cody students to come out and get involved. Our next meeting is Oct. 15th at lunch in Room 103. Please email Alana Routhier at arouthier@chinooksedge.ab.ca if you have any suggestions or would like to get involved.

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Writing workshop to be hosted by children’s author by Corrie Brown Special to Sylvan Lake News

Hazel Hutchins, a born and raised Alberta author, will be coming to Sylvan Lake Oct. 17. Some of Hazel’s work includes: “Norman’s Snowball”, “Beneath the Bridge”, “Nicholas at the Library”, and “Two So Small”, accompanied by artist Ruth Ohi. Her awards include: The Shining Willow Young Reader’s Choice Award, The Ontario Forest of Reading,

The Canadian Children’s Book Centre Best Choice, the Writer’s Guild of Alberta Children’s Literature Award, and many more. Hutchins will be running an “Adults Writing for Children” workshop on Oct. 17th, from 6-7:30, at Sylvan Lake Municipal Library. This workshop is free, no registration required. There will be time at the end for her to answer any questions. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to learn from a beloved Canadian children’s author!

Sayler joined local detachment by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News

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- The 1st Sylvan Lake Cub Pack has grown tremendously this year. They’ve started their popcorn sales, going door-to-door. This is one of their biggest fundraisers and helps all the boys go to camp at the end of the year. With Jamboree coming we need all the sales we can get, said leader Cinzia Cappella. “We are really proud of our new group so I thought Sylvan Lake would love to meet them.” SUBMITTED

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Special Events Saturday, Oct.13 - Pirate Day celebration at Sylvan Lake Municipal Library. Dress and talk like a pirate for a chance to earn pirate treasures. 1-2 pm. Free, registration required. Limited enrolment. Call 403-887-2130. Saturday, Oct. 13 -10th annual Women’s Wellness Retreat sponsored by Henday Association for Life Long Learning. Keynote speaker Camilla Jones, The Gift of Laughter. For info call Barb 403-887-5132 or email slwomenswellnessretreat@gmail.com. Monday, Oct. 15 - Teen Time meets from 5:30-8 pm at Sylvan Lake Library for ages 13-18. Come laugh your head off with us as we watch Fido and eat pizza. This is a free program. For info call 403-887-2130. Wednesday, Oct. 17 - Centreville Turkey Supper 5-7:30 pm at Centreville Hall, five km south on Hwy 781, five km west on TR 380 and one km south on RR21. Call Moira 403-887-5582. Friday, Oct. 19 - Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast presented by Sylvan Lake Ministerial Association 7:15-9 am at Sylvan Lake Community Centre. Friday, Oct. 19 - Sylvan Lake Seniors Bus Association is providing transportation for anyone over 55 or unable to drive themselves to Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast. Pick up begins at 7 am. Call Lenore 403-887-5272. Saturday, Oct. 20 - Ridgewood Hall Turkey Supper 5:30-7:30 pm. Located from Highway 781, four miles east on Burnt Lake Trail, 3 miles south on Range Road 10. 403-886-4642. Saturday, Oct. 20 - Keith Kitchen ‘Restless’ CD

release tour at Sylvan Alliance Church. 7:30 pm. Solo acoustic evening with Canadian singersongwriter. Thursday, Oct. 25 - Benalto & Area Rural Crime Watch Society AGM at 7 pm Benalto Leisure Centre, Ag. Grounds. Election/year end business. Guest speaker S/Sgt Gary Rhodes, Sylvan Lake RCMP detachment commander. BARCWS law enforcement liaisons in attendance. Membership should reside within area patrolled by Sylvan Lake RCMP. For info Yvette 403-746-3429. Friday, Oct. 26 - Mermaid Ball hosted by Sylvan Lake Chamber of Commerce. Saturday, Oct. 27 - Central Alberta Singles dance at 8:30 pm at Penhold Hall. Music by Wise Choice. Members and invited guests only; new members welcome. Elaine 403-341-7653 or Bob 403-304-7440. Sunday, Oct. 28 - Spooktcular Exravaganza organized by The Town of Sylvan Lake at the community centre 1-4 pm. Games, family fun, face painting, bouncers, crafts, costume contest. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Sunday, Oct. 28 - Sylvan Lake Seniors Bus to 100 Years of Music variety show (1 pm) and roast beef lunch buffet. Call Lenore 403-8875272. Wednesday, Oct. 31 - Seniors bus to Yellowhead Casino, Edmonton. Leave 8:30 am. Phone Joan 403-887-7614. Saturday, Nov. 3 - Sylvan Lake Christmas Gift Show. 10-4 at the community centre. Bring donation for Food Bank or Christmas Bureau and qualify to receive one of two $250 shopping sprees. Includes Little Elves Workshop, a supervised store where your children can buy presents for you. All items are new and are priced $10 and under. Sunday, Nov. 11 - Benalto Elks Turkey Supper. 4:30, 5:30 and 6:30 pm sittings.

Weekly Events Mondays - Parents Connecting Parents from 10-11:30 am. Open discussion, sharing tips and coffee. Children welcome. At Community Partners Association. Mondays - Sylvan Lake Sacred Massed Choir practises from 7-9 pm at H. J. Cody School. Kerry Heisler directing. Registration $25. Welcome all singers. For info contact Dolce Moir 403-887-4037. Mondays - Toastmasters Sylvan’s Slick Speakers meet at Sylvan Lake Alliance Church, 4404 47 Ave. from 7-8:15 pm. Join Toastmasters now to become the speaker and leader you want to be. For info call Correna Rae 403-506-9643.

Wednesdays - Free family swim from noon to 1 pm. Parents and preschool children invited to interact socially while engaging in activity at Sylvan Lake Aquatic Centre. Must pre-register with Giselle prior to first swim 403-887-9989. Thursdays - Sylvan Lake seniors bus to Red Deer. Pick-up 9:15 am. Returning to Sylvan 1:30 pm. Phone Mary 403-887-4579. Thursdays - Benalto Leisure Club invites you to an afternoon of games, socializing and refreshments from 1-3:30 pm. Call Mary 403-7465237 or Tom 403-588-2620 for info. Thursdays - Bingo at Sylvan Lake Seniors Centre. Precall at 6:30 bingo starts at 7 pm.

Monthly events Third Tuesday every month. Royal Canadian Legion, Sylvan Lake Br. 212, general membership meeting beginning at 7:30 pm. 12/30/12 Third Wednesday every month. Coffee and conversation at Sylvan Lake & District Archives from 2-4 pm.

Volunteers Wanted Friends of Sylvan Lake Library are looking for new volunteers. The group raises funds to sponsor programs and event and purchase items for the library that promote early literacy and foster a love of reading. For info call 403-887-2130.

Support Programs Sylvan Lake Al-Anon (for families and friends of alcoholics) 8 pm Sundays, Presbyterian Church (north door), Kathy 403-887-4470 or Robyn 403-887-2961. 12/30/12 Sylvan Lake AA meetings. Tuesdays 7:30 pm Lions Hall; Sundays 8 pm Presbyterian Church (north door). For more information about the program, call male 403-887-4470, 403-5885491 or female 403-887-4297. 12/30/12 Narcotics Anonymous meetings Thursday nights at 7:30 pm at Sylvan Lake Bethany Care, 4700 47th Ave. 12/30/12 Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? Overweight? Underweight? Obsessed with weight or dieting? You are not alone. No dues, no fees, no weigh-ins. Everyone is welcome. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a 12 step recovery program. For info call Harry at 403887-2962 or Joan at 403-748-2433. 12/30/12 Are you raising your grandchildren? Come join us at our ACUSHLA meetings first Thursday of the month at Sylvan Lake Library from 1-3 pm. We meet to share and support each other. Questions, call Glenda (Sylvan Lake) 403-8873849 or Sandy (Lacombe) 403-782-2960.

RCMP Cst. Matt Sayler joined the Sylvan Lake detachment last month, moving from High River where he worked for the past seven years. Growing up in the Edmonton area, he said he was interested in work as a police officer from a young age. He completed a criminology course at Grant MacEwan and then

Matt Sayler worked as a private investigator using his surveillance training in insurance fraud cases before

joining the RCMP. High River was his first posting with the force. Sayler said he’s finding the town really nice. “I’ve heard a lot of good things about it. He’s also looking forward to the summer activity when tourists increase the community’s population, and getting to know people in town. His wife is an RCMP officer at the Hobbema detachment.

Charges changed following death of driver by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News

Charges against a driver involved in a two vehicle head-on collision on Highway 20 Sept. 21 have been upgraded following the death of the other driver. Matthew Lawrence Engelman, 24, of Lacombe has now been charged with impaired driving causing death, dangerous driving causing death and refusing to provide a breath sample. Previously he’d been charged with

impaired and dangerous driving causing bodily harm as well as refusing to provide a breath sample. He’s set to appear in Red Deer Provincial Court on Oct. 17, according to a news release from RCMP Cpl. Kevin Halwa. Randy Pinch, 41, of Breton, was flown by STARS Air Ambulance to University of Alberta Hospital after being cut out of the mangled ruins of his Ford Ranger in the 8:40 p.m. crash. He died of his injuries on Oct. 2 while still in hospital.

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Two motorcycle crashes investigated Saturday, Sept. 22nd 8:15 a.m. - RCMP are searching for a stolen vehicle from the Sylvan Lake area. A 2006 Saturn Ion was stolen overnight while parked outside a residence on Herder Drive. The owner noticed the theft the next morning and called police.

4:40 p.m. - A motorcycle driver sustained minor injuries after she rear ended a car on Range Road 30 at Township Road 380. The car driver had slowed to turn east onto Township Road 380 when the motorcycle struck the back of the car resulting in injuries.

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The motorcyclist was charged with following too closely. Sunday, Sept. 23rd 12:18 p.m. - A male is facing an assault charge after police

received 911 calls of a woman being thrown from a truck near Tim Hortons in Sylvan Lake. Witnesses reported seeing the woman in a struggle inside the truck, then being thrown from the vehicle onto the ground. The driver of the truck and a male passenger

Ten calls in past two weeks Following are calls responded to by Sylvan Lake’s volunteer firefighters, during the two weeks ending October 8, as supplied by Deputy Fire Chief Steve Scanland. Tuesday, September 25 - 12:12 p.m. - motor vehicle collision, Red Deer County. Wednesday, September 26 - 9:39 a.m. motor vehicle collision, Red Deer County. Thursday, September 27 - 12:38 p.m. - medical assistance, 50th Avenue. Thursday, September 27 - 1:20 p.m. - motor vehicle collision, Red Deer County. Saturday, September

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29 - 4:23 p.m. - fire, 50th Street. Tuesday, October 2 4:45 p.m. - fire, Hagerman Road. Friday, October 5 5:39 p.m. - alarm, no fire, Whitecap Close. Friday, October 5 7:16 p.m. - alarm, no fire, 47A Avenue. Saturday, October 6 - 6:27 a.m. - natural gas leak, Wilkinson Circle. Sunday, October 7 4:30 a.m. - motor vehicle collision, Highway 20 and Memorial Trail.

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left the scene and were later apprehended with the assistance of Blackfalds RCMP and Lacombe Police Service. The female did not require medical attention. Tuesday, Sept. 25th 7:17 p.m. - RCMP have laid charges against a male after he crashed his motorcycle on 50th Street at Lakeshore Drive. Witnesses told police that the male was travelling too fast, intentionally popped a wheelie and then crashed the bike after he lost control. The male is charged with stunting, operating a motorcycle without a proper license and not producing a valid insurance card. 9:58 p.m. - A male is charged with several

offences after two 911 calls were made of a break and enter in progress at Anchor Boards Lifestyle and Apparel on 48 Avenue in Sylvan Lake. A young male was seen attempting to break into the business and then fled on foot being chased by a male witness for several blocks. RCMP later located the male at a residence on Westview Drive where he was arrested and is charged with several counts of failing to comply with an undertaking, trespassing at night and mischief under $5,000. Wednesday, Sept. 26th 1:59 p.m. - RCMP are investigating the theft of a travel trailer from a residence on Hinshaw Drive. The travel trailer had been

parked at the residence for some time and was checked frequently by the complainant, who reported the theft. There was no lock on the hitch at the time of the theft. Thursday, Sept. 27th 3:14 a.m. - A male has been charged with failure to provide a breath sample in connection with a complaint on 50th Avenue at 50th Street in Eckville. A complaint was dispatched of a male passed out in a running vehicle at the location. When police arrived, the male showed signs of impairment, refused to identify himself and would not provide a breath sample. He was arrested at the scene, formally charged and lodged in cells until sober.

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The Chinese state company CNOOC’s $15-billion bid for Nexen, a major Canadian oil and gas company, raises major issues about the future of Canada’s economy. Whether or not the government approves the bid — it is currently being reviewed under the Investment Canada Act — there are many questions that should be asked about the deal, including: Should the government allow our resources to be owned by whoever pays the highest price to shareholders of a Canadian company? By extension, do we want stock markets to decide how best to protect Canadian interests? The issues become especially important because the Harper government has put most of Canada’s economic eggs in the resource sector instead of manufactured exports. Some commentators have maintained that the criteria for review — whether it is deemed a ‘net benefit’ to Canada — are too vague, but by using a broad test the government does retain flexibility when seeking conditions for a takeover or blocking it outright. Under this laissez-faire approach, favoured by the government, Canada should be wide open to foreign investment. We should not care about countryof-origin or about whether the buyer is state-owned or private. Let the bidding begin, all offers welcome. Maximize the benefits for shareholders. But do we want to ensure that our resources are exploited according to Canadian priorities? And do we expect governments to play a role? If so, the government needs to ensure a minimum threshold of Canadian ownership in key sectors. With ownership comes control; with Canadian ownership comes a range of options to ensure Canadian interests are protected.

we introduce. The lawChinese ownership, suits would be decided, on the other hand, Gus van Harten not by Canadian gives China an ability Special to the Sylvan Lake News courts, but by internato frustrate policies in tional arbitrators who Canada. The issue often operate in pricould be jobs or valueadded business. It could be environmen- vate and lack the independence of a tal protection or aboriginal rights. It judicial process. U.S. companies have could be foreign affairs or national secu- sued Canada more than 30 times under a rity. The point is, governments in Canada, similar NAFTA process. The U.S. and and by extension all of us, will have less Canadian governments at least took steps to make the arbitrations public. of a say. The terms of the Canada-China Those who ask government to regulate foreign investment are often investment deal are not public. But the demeaned, including by the Prime government’s announcement that a deal Minister, as ‘protectionist’. Yet govern- was struck should heighten concerns ments of other major countries take a about Chinese ownership in Canada’s more active role in protecting nationally- resource sector. The CNOOC bid poses a conundrum owned firms. In contrast, the Harper government has thrown open the doors to foreign takeovers and foreign influence. All sorts of foreign takeovers (including, we can assume, by Chinese companies) are no longer subject to the usual review process under the Investment Canada Act because the Harper government raised dramatically the threshold for review of proposed takeovers. It ceded its powers to review bids for any Canadian company worth less than $1 billion. As a result, many foreign takeovers of Canadian firms fly under the radar of the government and the public. The economic ramifications will emerge gradually and be very difficult to reverse. Reviews under the Investment Canada Act are limited in other ways. For example, they apply only to takeovers of existing Canadian companies. Foreign investment in new businesses — so-called greenfield investment, which Canadians support and prefer in opinion polls — are not subject to review. Second, the Prime Minister recently raised the stakes of Chinese ownership in Canada. By inking an investment deal with China last month, his government laid a footing for Chinese companies to sue Canada for any law or regulation that

for the government. Its laissez-faire approach, and its allegiances to shareholders in the oil patch, are pitted squarely against the risks of putting Canada’s economic future in foreign hands. Undoubtedly, the takeover would enrich Nexen’s shareholders. But is it good for Canada? Most importantly, are all of these foreign takeovers eroding our ability to ensure that Canada’s resources are exploited based on Canadian priorities? It is not protectionist to ask this question. Gus Van Harten is a professor at Osgoode Hall Law School. He specializes in international investment law. (www. troymedia.com)

Cold weather an important part of yearly routine COLUMN Snow. Cold. Winter. All are words many Canadians dislike hearing and a season they dread even more. I’m not fond of winter. I don’t like chattering teeth, stiff fingers and messy roads. I don’t enjoy piling on layers of clothing, hat hair, and a runny nose. More than anything, I really can’t stand wading through deep snow, tripping, and ending up with chunks of it on my face and inside my coat. I’m a summer person. I was born in July, and many of my favourite memories took place in the time between school years. I used to think I wanted to live somewhere it was summer all year round.

I left for Argentina in March 2011. March, as any Albertan knows, is the worst month of the year. It’s a month that should be warmer but isn’t, and a month when flowers should be emerging, but are instead covered by a thick blanket of stubborn snow. It was during a March like this that I hopped on a plane for the long flight to Buenos Aires. I was looking forward to exchanging it for a subtropical climate. Argentina is on the other side of the equator, and their seasons are the opposite of ours. I arrived near the end of their summer. Temperatures hung around the high 20’s, magnified several times by the surrounding buildings and number of people on the streets.

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Mar del Plata, the seaside city where I lived, was much cooler. The city’s wide beaches were packed every day with people tempted by the breeze off the water. As summer left, so did the crowds. The waves crashed onto empty beaches, and many businesses closed up. The weather, in my opinion, was still warm. I didn’t wear a jacket very often. Many locals didn’t seem to think the weather was still warm. Throughout fall and into winter (with a daily high around 10˚C), they wore

jackets, gloves, and hats. I saw runners with a scarf pulled across their nose and mouth. They stared at my light jacket. I celebrated my birthday in winter for the first time. If I were home, it would have seemed a particularly cold and rainy July day, uncommon but not unheard of. As I realized my birthday was not a cold summer day, but actually in the middle of winter, I thought that Mar del Plata residents don’t get to experience winter the way I do in Canada. They don’t get to sit by a fire, wood or gas, as fat, fluffy snowflakes fall outside. They don’t get to go tobogganing as children down a snowy slope. They don’t get to go skating on a frozen lake.

The cherished Canadian ideal of a “white Christmas” doesn’t exist there. They go to the beach on Christmas Day. While I think winter is a tad overeager in Canada, with snow falling in October every year without fail, it’s difficult for me to imagine a year without it. While I grumble about the cold, the coats, and the snow, it’s as much a part of my yearly routine as a too-short summer. I will not welcome the snow until November. I will hold onto my fall jacket as long as the leaves cling onto the trees. However, winter and cooler temperatures are an important part of the year, and not just because they help us appreciate the warmth of summer.

Thursday, October 11, 2012 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

69 years ago ... From the issue of October 13, 1943

Local committee ready for fifth Victory Loan Drive. Campaign gets underway Monday. Dominion minimum objective $1,200,000,000 Sylvan Lake Unit objective $52,000. Final details for the 5th Victory

Loan drive, which opens Monday, were worked out at a meeting held in the Sylvan Lake hotel, last Friday. The meeting was well attended and while the quota given the Sylvan Lake Unit is the highest yet, it was felt that our objective will be reached. The task facing the band of canvassers is no small one. Each and every person called on is asked to be ready to do their part, and help put the 5th Victory Loan over. ♦ ♦ ♦ Air Cadet training is about to begin. This week boys in Sylvan Lake are invited to join the Air Cadets corp. All boys aged 15-18 years or who are in grade VIII in school are eligible to join. Those interested are asked to the Presbyterian Manse on East Crescent, Friday evening. This is a little social

gathering to get acquainted and discuss the Cadet corp. This year Messrs. Palmer, Speedie, Sweet and MacSween will instruct. A promising program of instruction is laid out.

50 years ago ...

From the issue of October 11, 1962

A large number of men of town and neighbourhood gathered recently at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Barker and gathered in the crop. Mr. Barker, who is a patient in hospital in Calgary following a car accident, is progressing very well and expected home in the near future. Following are those who so kindly helped: George Wilson, Roy Gathercole, Joe Gathercole, Jim Cleveland, Charlie Hainsworth, Raymond Reynolds, Leo Nielsen, A.

Kanten, A. Sorge, Theo Popilchak, Norlan Amlee, Amos Norem, Norman Thompson, Dale Mannix, Bob Pickering, Ray Lawrence, Murray Bigam and Bob Herder. ♦ ♦ ♦ Tuesday evening Murray Lindman received the I.O.D.E. Provincial Award for poetry. The poem, written last year while Murray was in Grade VIII, was judged best in the Province. Sylvan Lake is justly proud of his efforts. Murray is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Lindman of the Burnt Lake district. ♦ ♦ ♦ The congregational business meeting at Gospel Chapel was held Tuesday when Rev. Don Schneider of Hinton, was voted the new Pastor to succeed Rev. A. W. Sorge.

Lighthouse condition excellent, could easily be moved: writer Dear Editor, For the price of an ice house and an outhouse you can have a lighthouse. I am appalled that council did not protect the icon of Sylvan Lake — the lighthouse. I guess in all the excitement of lavishly handing out relaxations to the developer for the expropriation of the lake view and the mayor doing the just approve it dance, no council or planners thought the lighthouse was worth preserving. The intent of this letter is to disprove the malignant hyperbole that seems to be coming from

the town. I recently had access to the interior of the lighthouse and I will assure you that the lighthouse is in excellent condition. It is constructed of a robust wood — fir — and it shows no signs of structural compromise. It had minor damage five years ago (a fire) that singed the base of the plywood and smoke stained the exterior but that was easily repaired. This council seems to be hell bent on destroying the icon, and bending over to facilitate that. It seems that nobody on council wants to extend the effort or propose pre-

serving it. This is a council that spent $100,000 to build a 5x10 washroom in the park. (It’s actually more of an outhouse because it does not have sinks to wash in, and is not connected to the town’s sewer system. They spent $20,000 on an ice house that melted in six days. I have looked at a plan to move the lighthouse to the pier. It could be done for the same price as the outhouse and the ice house combined. $120,000-$150,000 — far cheaper than the Samson mansions on the lakeshore at one million each. I would like to see tour-

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ism focus more towards the downtown area and the failing restaurant district. It’s unfortunate that every measure has been made to destroy the structure and few made to preserve it, but I would like to thank the builder that generously constructed the lighthouse out of his own money as a gift of memories to the people of the town. It was a better time, unfortunately the new owner does not seem to share that vision of the people. Thank you for the fine town and the great memories. I also see that the walkway between the

blue hotel and the lake has been redefined from being a public walkway as was in the original

approval to being a private patio as approved by council. Things are definitely changing in regards

to who can enjoy the lake. Lyle Dressler, Sylvan Lake

Kudos on fishing hut program award Dear Editor, I was thrilled to see in the Oct. 4th issue of Sylvan Lake News the municipal sustainability award given to the Sylvan Lake Management Committee from the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association in recognition of the Take It Off — Respect Sylvan Lake program. This program was established to cut down on the number of ice fishing huts abandoned on our lake at the end of the winter ice fishing season. The AUMA also passed a resolution that the province implement a man-

datory hut registration program. As many readers will recall, this issue of abandoning huts has long been a “thorn in my side”, and it was with a great amount of relief and happiness that finally now the province may enforce mandatory hut registration to keep our lake one of the cleanest in the province outside of the mountain parks. Kudos to Mayor Susan Samson and all the committee on a job well done! Bill Hollingshead, Jarvis Bay

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DEVELOPMENT PERMITS TAKE NOTICE THAT on October 1, 2012 the Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) for the Town of Sylvan Lake approved the following applications: Gerhard (George) P Schmidt & Glenda Davies o/a Carbide Machine Works Ltd. for a Home Occupation Type â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; (Small Machining) on Lot 24, Block 7, Plan 002-2272 (60 Falcon Crescent) Town of Sylvan Lake for an accessory building (equipment storage building) on Lot 3, Block 1, Plan 8622644 (1 Industrial Drive) FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT on or before October 5, 2012 the Development OfĂ&#x20AC;cer for the Town of Sylvan Lake approved the following application(s): RYDERS RIDGE Daniel Gingrich for basement development on Lot 18, Block 1, Plan 062-5924 (32 Rozier Close) Amanda Hooper for basement development on Lot 16, Block 7, Plan 102-4600 (19 Rogers Road) Falcon Homes Ltd. for a single family dwelling, attached garage & deck on Lot 14, Block 10, Plan 102-4600 (4387 Ryders Ridge Boulevard) BEACON HILL Laebon Developments Ltd. for basement development on Lot 44, Block 12, Plan 082-6579 (36 Bowman Circle) Josh & Chelsey Simpson for a detached garage on Lot 45, Block 12, Plan 082-6579 (38 Bowman Circle) HEWLETT PARK Ted Harbridge for a shed addition on Lot 33, Block 11, Plan 032-6179 (92 Hinshaw Drive) Pretty Lukkhoo for a completion of a single family dwelling (interior/exterior renovations) on Lot 65, Block 6, Plan 062-7650 (3 Hodgstreet Place) STREETS Randy Best for a second storey covered deck on Lot 16, Block 3, Plan 2642AS (5013 43 Street) Randy Best for a detached garage addition on Lot 16, Block 3, Plan 2642AS (5013 43 Street) DBH Projects Ltd. for a demolition on Lot 25, Block 5, Plan 8037AO (5023 38 Street) Marilyn Jewell for a Home Occupation Type â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bookkeeper on Lot 3, Block B, Plan 1365AB (3148 50A Avenue) AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT you may appeal Discretionary approvals to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, as provided for in Part 17, of the Municipal Government Act. Written statements relevant to the development and reasons for the appeal may be submitted to the Town of Sylvan Lake, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, 4926 50 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1A1 within 14 days following this publication. You may not appeal a Permitted Use unless it involves a relaxation, variation or misinterpretations of the Land Use Bylaw. For further information please contact the Development OfĂ&#x20AC;cer at 887-2141.

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Pedestrians have the right-of-way Dear Editor, I wish to share my recent experiences of dangerous driving at marked crosswalks in Sylvan Lake. Three times this month, in Sylvan Lake, I’ve stopped for a pedestrian at a marked crosswalk, only to have the driver behind me change into the right lane with no intention of stopping. Twice, the

pedestrian was aware enough to not begin crossing the street or stop where they were in the intersection to wait for the vehicle to speed through. The third and most recent incident, however, was even scarier. I was driving to work on Monday, October 1st, heading east on 47 Avenue. I stopped at 52 Street for a kid waiting

to cross at a marked crosswalk. As the kid began to enter the crosswalk, in my rearview mirror, I noticed a Chrysler 300 which did not look like it was going to stop. At first I thought it was going to rear-end my vehicle, but instead, the driver veered to the right lane to pass me where he was likely to hit this kid who continued to cross.

In the end, the Chrysler stopped just in time, right before the crosswalk, then immediately sped up and drove away. This incident happened at 8:05 a.m. on a Monday when Sylvan is full of school-aged children heading to school. We’ve all caught ourselves doing dumb things while driving,

We have urgent care now Dear Editor, When I lived in Edmonton I was 50 blocks from the hospital and it took me 30 minutes to get there. Sylvan Lake is served

by an ambulance service that can respond in three minutes and is equipped with life saving equipment. I have critical care service already.

MLA has offered support to Urgent Care Committee by Kerry Towle, MLA Special to Sylvan Lake News

The issue of urgent care in Sylvan Lake needs to be addressed with the same sense of urgency that its name suggests. I have suggested in a letter to Health Minister Fred Horne some time ago, that residents of Sylvan Lake and area want and need an Urgent Care Centre to meet the medical needs of a population that is quickly expanding and that requires additional attention during the summer tourist-driven months. The Urgent Care Committee has worked very hard to create a business case for urgent care in Sylvan Lake. Many dedicated and hard-working individuals have given their time and expertise to create a fiscally responsible plan that would assist the town and surrounding communities. I have spoken to physicians, stakeholders and residents in the area and have offered to meet with the Urgent

Care Committee chaired by Mayor Susan Samson. As the Member of the Legislative Assembly for the Innisfail-Sylvan Lake constituency, I have offered my support to the committee so this issue may go forward to the minister in the next month or in the fall session which begins Oct. 23. Continued on page 10

If the town required a full time 24 hour clinic the financial opportunity gap would be filled and a customer driven 24 hour clinic would be a reality. I respect the people that actually know the facts in regards to requirements and services available to make the decisions. That being Alberta Health. A monster town hall, speed bumps and the disaster of the handling of the lakeshore plans indicates the planning capacity of the present and past councils. The town is well serviced by the existing ambulance that can respond and have you in a hospital in 15 minutes, air ambulance,

and about 20 doctors who live and practice in town. I recently fell off a ladder and was driven to Red Deer Hospital, emergency, was seen immediately, x-rayed, and treated. Bam — it was done. Yes, it’s great for politics to create an enemy out of Alberta Health, but the reality is here now. World class, great service 15 minutes away. We have urgent care now and we have existing financial planning and credibility at the provincial level. I would like to see that level of financial responsibility and planning adopted by the town. Lyle Dressler, Sylvan Lake

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SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Thursday, October 11, 2012

École Mother Teresa School students waited with anticipation for the cue to begin the Terry Fox Run Sept. 28.

École Mother Teresa School male and female students from each grade who raised the highest amounts for the Terry Fox Run received a medal, certificate, and Booster Juice gift card.

École Mother Teresa School students over $6,300 for cancer research. Students were encouraged to raise money with incentives ranging from teachers singing karaoke, colouring their hair, waxing their legs, or a male teacher dressing in woman’s clothes. If students raise $5,000, one teacher would be dropped in a dunk tank.

École Mother Teresa School teacher Irene Duazo-Cooper wore a unitard and tutu, an “embarrassing outfit”, last Friday after students reached a minimum Terry Fox Run fundraising goal of $4,000. To increase fundraising, school staff volunteered for various embarrassing or painful activities when certain goals were reached.

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MLA has offered... Continued from page 9 It is my thinking that we will need to look at our options and determine how we can best work together to make this happen. The fact that the committee’s request did not

make it into the AHS Central Alberta Zone Integration Plan does not mean that the need is not there. I receive many calls and emails on this topic and know that this issue is in the forefront

among residents in this area. I also suggest that an Urgent Care Centre in Sylvan Lake would relieve the pressure on Red Deer Regional Health Centre and provide much quicker ser-

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Students at École Mother Teresa School took part in the Terry Fox Run Sept. 28. Participants were divided by grade to complete the run, which took place in the neighbourhood around the school.

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Karate Kids once again helped kids in Nepal by Christine Braun Special to Sylvan Lake News

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- A group of elementary students from Lighthouse Christian Academy enjoyed various fun activities at the Jungle Farm, near Innisfail Sept. 14. They learned about seasons and harvest, enjoyed a wagon ride, navigated through a bale maze as well as a corn maze, raced down a huge tunnel slide on Strawberry Mountain and fed farm animals. The autumn adventure culminated with each child getting to picking a pumpkin. SUBMITTED

Martial arts students from Central Alberta Martial Arts & Wellness Centre collected close to 80 pairs of sunglasses to send to the children in Nepal to help in the mission to create good eye care. Nepal is one of the poorest countries in the world and good eye care is very scarce. As a result, many Nepali children suffer from cataracts — a clouding of the eye’s natural lens, which can lead to blindness. Wearing sunglasses is just one simple step to preventing this disease. A few years ago, martial art students

Students of Central Alberta Martial Arts & Wellness Centre wore some of the close to 80 pairs of sunglasses they collected to send to children in Nepal.

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participated in this endeavour and collected over 200 pairs of sunglasses. Students also prepared notes of support, pictures or poems to send to the kids in Nepal to further support their cause and to send them love, healing and good wishes.

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Construction work at McDonalds boosted town’s statistics by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News

A large addition and renovation project at McDonalds in Hewlett Park Landing boosted the town’s building statistics in September. The $905,000 project was valued the highest of 21 development permits issued during the month which saw a total of $2,379,605 in construction value begun. Two other permits were issued for commercial activity - one for installation of steel service doors at Walmart ($76,750) and the

New perspective

- Most of the summer, if not all, we do not venture down to the lake at all, wrote Barb Rutledge a resident of Sylvan Lake for the past 10 years or so. “I’ve done my best to avoid Lakeshore Drive because of the traffic and tourists. I pulled my camera out and went for a drive with the intention of ‘seeing’ Sylvan Lake with fresh eyes through the lens of my camera. I was pleasantly surprised at what I gained from the experience. People were enjoying the outdoors by walking, biking and some brave souls were swimming. The autumn colours took my breath away … I have a renewed appreciation for this town and all the activities that are available for our enjoyment.” She added she came across a walking path “that I discovered only when I took the time to really ‘see’.” These pictures are a sample of some of the discoveries she made. BARB RUTLEDGE

other for a 26 seat take-out and retail restaurant in Varsity Mall ($80,000). There were also two permits issued for work in the industrial sector of town. An addition and change in use permit was issued to Urban Dirtworks Inc. valued at $135,000 for a Schenk Industrial Road location. Buylo Homes Ltd. received a permit for work valued at $160,320 to construct office space at a Beju Industrial Drive location. Four permits were issued for new single family homes — two for construction in Ryders Ridge and two for construction in Beacon

Hill subdivision. Construction of new single family homes remains behind last year’s pace with 68 started in the first nine months of this year compared to 83 in the same period last year. The other permits issued were for basement development (4), decks and additions (3), detached garages (2), demolitions (2) and a shed. September’s total brought the 2012 year-to-date total for construction to $43.14 million which was significantly more than the 2011 year-to-date total of $26 million.

Sylvan Meadows students busy exploring, learning by Carol von Gunten Special to Sylvan Lake News

Students at Sylvan Meadows Adventist School have been busy since starting Aug. 28th. On Sept. 6th they took a field trip to the Lacombe Corn Maze. Favourite activities at the corn maze besides the maze for all the students were the bouncy balloon and the horse carousel. We had an amazing day. The ice cream is incredible!! Our second excursion, headed by Kevin Keirs was a canoe trip (water testing activities included) from Fort Normandeau to the Joffre bridge with the Grade 7-8 students and teachers from five small Adventist schools —

Grade 7 and 8 students from Sylvan Meadows Adventist School and four other area Adventist schools undertook a canoe trip from Fort Normandeau to Joffre bridge on Sept. 10-11, despite rainy, windy and cold conditions. Sylvan Meadows (Sylvan Lake), Woodlands (Ponoka), PACeS (online

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(Lacombe). It was truly a test of survival since the weather Sept. 10-11 was not only rainy, windy and extremely cold, but we often had to hop out to pull ourselves off rocks and pull canoes up along the shoreline now and again to regroup. Wet clothes and cold weather and water spelled endurance. Paddling against that wind took an extra few hours. Paddling from Ft. Normandeau to our camp for the night took about eight hours. The kids were all troopers!

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Studio. “It came down to having the right balance and a passion for three things: a creative artistic style, a solid technology base and good management.” A 2010 survey by the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) found that 78 per cent of entrepreneurs believe it’s important to grow their business and nearly half are targeting revenue increases of 10 per cent or more. But fast growth is a doublededged sword. The opportunity to expand and make more money will

be lost if demand outstrips capacity, leading to disgruntled employees, strained client relationships, and shoddy products or services. That’s why it’s vital for small companies to step back from the daily grind and ensure their fundamentals are in order. “Fast growth can kill your company if it’s not well managed,” said Patrice Bernard, Senior Vice President, Financing and Consulting, at BDC. “You have to define your growth objectives, and then decide how much growth you can support

and how much financing you need to support that growth.” The first step, he advises, is a well-thought-out growth strategy that identifies the human resources, processes, tools and information systems you need to meet targets. Expect to introduce new information and communications technology to improve your sales, productivity and financial controls. You should also anticipate expanding facilities, adding machinery or hiring new talent.

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Managing growth also depends on having the right information systems in place. Year after year, Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Best Managed Companies (chosen through an annual program sponsored by Deloitte) cite investments in information and communications technologies as critical to driving growth. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The lowest-risk growth strategy is one based on facts, not on hunches or conjecture,â&#x20AC;? said Peter Brown, Managing Partner for Private Company Services at Deloitte. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Often, the best fact sources are inside your companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s database. You may have to invest to improve these systems, but the payback is increased

productivity and knowledge that will help your business succeed.â&#x20AC;? Knowing when to make these investments is critical. For example, Frima contracted out its financing to save on costs until it needed a fulltime chief financial officer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You will know itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to hire middle management or build a new plant once youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve reached and exceeded your capacity to deliver,â&#x20AC;? said Bernard. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t start ramping up until you firmly believe the cash will come in. Once you have contracts to deliver, you can probably find a lender to finance it up front for you.â&#x20AC;? A successful growth strategy

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Finally, identify the key benefit your business offers — the reason customers would want to buy from you: quality, service, price or some other motivator. Every type of advertising vehicle offers pros and cons. In deciding which one best suits your goals, first assess your audience. What age group do your potential customers fall into? Are they male or female? What are their preoccupations and personal habits? Where are they most likely to see your ad? In what context are they most likely to

respond to it? Where, when and how often is the ad circulated and seen? In what language is it published? Answering the questions above will help you to select the advertising medium best suited to your needs and budget. Remember, if your ads are amateurish, badly produced or appearing in the wrong places at the wrong time, your product will be diminished. The pointers listed below are valid for advertising in just about any medium.

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Understanding customers your top job The purpose of a business is to create and keep a customer, Harvard Business School professor Theodore Levitt famously observed. That makes understanding your customers the number one job of any business, said Business Development Bank of Canada consultant Richard Toker. “You can’t get customers and retain them if you don’t understand who they are and what makes them tick,” said Toker, a marketing specialist in Toronto. “The more time you spend thinking about this, the

easier all your tactical marketing decisions become.” He pointed to a number of areas where you should strive to learn more about your customers through research, tracking and observation. This knowledge, in turn, will allow you to better focus your offerings as well as your marketing and sales efforts. Try to paint a picture of your typical customer. Geography — Where are your customers? The old adage that birds of a feather flock together applies to customers. When you know where

they’re located, you can target your marketing more effectively and seek out new customers in the same area. Demographics — Who are they? Are they mostly male or female? How old are they? How much education do they have? How much do they earn? Psychographics — Seek to understand their “soft” characteristics: their values, attitudes, interests and lifestyle choices. Transactional — How do they like to do business with you? If

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you’re a retailer, are your clients principally online shoppers or do they want face-to-face service. How much do they spend? What kind of products do they buy? Toker said it’s important to keep in mind the 80/20 rule when it comes to customers. It may not be exactly in that proportion, but a large majority of your sales will come from a small minority of your customers. Therefore, it’s important to identify your top customers; nurture their trust and loyalty with great

service; and encourage them to buy even more from you through personalized communications, special offers and discounts. “You want to ensure you are not treating all your customers as equal because all customers are not equal,” Toker said. Larger businesses can drill down even further, segmenting their customer list by different criteria such as spending history, product preferences and responsiveness to offers. They can then tailor marketing tactics Continued on page 19

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Thursday, October 11, 2012 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Continued from page 18 to each. By the same token, understanding customers helps your business to stand out from competitors by offering them what they want and need. It also helps you to innovate by creating new offerings based on what they desire. “It allows you to develop products that are based on user needs and feelings rather than just the next thing you can come up with,” Toker said. For market research,

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For analysis of your client list, entrepreneurs should consider investing in a client relationship management system (CRM). CRM provides businesses with centralized access to information on existing and prospective clients. Among other benefits, it can be used to identify top customers, segment your customer list and personalize your service and marketing initiatives.

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Beautiful - Students at Poplar Ridge School were favoured with beautiful fall weather for their Terry Fox Run Sept. 27. Many of the students wore stickers with the names of someone they were running in honour of during their laps around the school field. Just over $300 was raised for the Terry Fox Foundation due to their efforts.

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It’s the time of year for young swashbucklers to polish up their hooks, strap on their peg legs and start practicing their “Aarrrs”. Pirates will be swaggering around the poop decks on Saturday, Oct. 13th when Sylvan Lake Municipal Library celebrates “Pirate Day”. Beware the “walking of the plank”

and find the X that marks the treasure spot. All pirates are invited to join the librarian mateys for some high adventure. Come in costume and use your best pirate talk. There will be pirate activities, crafts and games for all ages, as well as grog and hardtack, from 1-2 pm. This is a free event but does require registration as it has limited enrollment. Call 403-887-2130.

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Winners - Recipients of the Steffie Star Students awards at École Steffie Woima Elementary School for September included (in random order) Abbigail Bahler, Noah Dickens, Presley Fraser, Adam Rumbolt, Olivia Rush, Mackenzie Passmore, Kelly-Rae McLeod, Jaxon Junk, Ethan Gress, Teryn Herder, Capri Fraser, Kalyn Engler, Kyan Schafers, Kellen McLean, Jordyn Haverluck, Rylee Saunders, Alden Tymensen, Amanda Leeder, Macey McPherson, Rayna Edwards, Haily Bastarache, Karley Pengelly, Eban England, Dodie Chynoweth, Cailee Morgan, Colby Heninger, Mia Payne, Karis Halsey, Kayden Harrick, Annika Bender and Ewan Ballantyne. Missing were Hayden Becker, Kadin Paton, Rylan Dodman and Megan Stace-Smith. The purpose of the awards is to personally acknowledge each student’s strengths, talents, passions and uniquenesses. STEVE DILLS

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Sylvan Lake Seniors Association offers Resources and trained volunteers to assist with applications for:

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Thursday, October 11, 2012 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

Tai Chi for Peace celebrated by Christine Braun Special to Sylvan Lake News

Variety

- Alma Lehman sold a variety of crafts at Sylvan Lake Lodge in conjunction with other activities recognizing World Alzheimer’s Day, Sept. 21. All items for sale were made by lodge residents, and money raised went towards the resident’s fund, allowing residents to enjoy special events.

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Sylvan Lake celebrated peace through the practice of Tai Chi at the pier on Sept. 30. This free event was offered by Central Alberta Martial Arts & Wellness Centre and was available to all children, youth and adults in the community and beyond. By practicing Tai Chi one feels a sense of peace, which then is readily shared with others that one comes in contact with. Peace must start within in order for it to ripple and spread without. Although a small group participated, it

was a beautiful event on the pier that set the

wheels in motion for individual and com-

A small group participated in Tai Chi For Peace on the pier Sept. 30. It was a beautiful event that set the wheels in motion for individual and communal peace and social initiative and change, said organizer Christine Braun. SUBMITTED

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Darcy Mitchell, Betty Belich, and Velda Ahearn listened to the Red Deer Golden Music Makers perform Sept. 21 at Sylvan Lake Lodge in support of World Alzheimer’s Day, an event recognized on Sept. 21 every year.

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Jumpstart program offering financial support for youth participation by Treena Mielke Black Press

Youngsters in Sylvan Lake whose parents can’t afford to allow them to participate in

sports activities or youth groups can have an opportunity to receive the financial boost they need through Jumpstart. Jumpstart, a

Canadian Tire initiative, is a national charitable program that helps financially disadvantaged youth participate in organized sport and recreation.

Presented - Sylvan Lake Legion Poppy Chairperson Sharon Graham presented a $1,000 bursary to Clayton Hammer while his parents, Roger (left) and Leonor (right) joined in the celebration. Both his grandfathers fought in World War II and he’s lived in Sylvan Lake all his life. For more information on Legion bursaries, which are available to the children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren of Canadian ex-service persons (war veterans or post-war service), contact Graham through the Legion branch. STEVE DILLS

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Through the program, registration, equipment and/or transportation costs are covered. Canadian Tire in Sylvan Lake is one of more than 310 chapters dedicated to making the program successful. Office manager Tanya Adams said the store offers various promotions for the program and all money raised through the Sylvan Lake store stays in the community. “It’s a program that helps parents who can’t afford to enroll their child in sports. We help make it happen through the program. It is for the people here in Sylvan Lake. The money stays here.” Sylvan Lake chapter member Monique Pummings said $6,000 has been disbursed for registration fees and equipment through the program, which was started in June.

“There is an immense need here,” she said. “We have received so many applications.” Pummings said the program is available for youngsters aged four to 18 years of age. As well as sports, applications are received for financial assistance to join youth groups such as Girl Guides or Scouts. Pummings said

applications are available at Sylvan Lake Aquatic Centre. As well as in-store fundraisers, Jumpstart is funded through a variety of local events and anyone may make a donation. Money raised through Canadian Tire customer donations goes directly to the program. The funding each

child receives is based on chapter budgets and demand. Grants are provided directly to the non-profit or charitable organization. To help support Jumpstart, individuals may make a donation, host their own event in support of the program, or support a fundraising event.

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Students in Mrs. Fercho’s Kindergarten class showed the leaves they collected during their fall walk along the CP Trail Sept. 27. From Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic School, the youngsters enjoyed a sunny, warm afternoon for their outing. SUBMITTED

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Cody’s athletics society needs parents’ involvement by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News

Athletes participating in H. J. Cody High School extra-curricular sports benefit from the dedication of some behind the scenes vol-

unteers who are now searching for a new leader. H. J. Cody Athletics Society was formed a number of years ago as a fundraising arm to help with all the costs involved in participat-

ing in sports. Over the years, money raised, chiefly through a casino every two years or so, has been used to pay officials and league costs, tournament entry fees, purchase team equip-

H. J. Cody seniors girls volleyball team won the St. Francis Xavier Boom Tournament in Edmonton on the weekend. Some of the top 3A and 4A teams from the Edmonton area were among the 12 teams in the tournament. The Laekrs went undefeated throughout the weekend. Dominique Meinen was named to the tournament all-star team and Alex Donaghy was named the tournament MVP. SUBMITTED

ment and uniforms, s aid L inds ay Vandermeer, the school’s athletics director. This all helps to reduce the costs to students who choose to participate in sports after school and on weekends. Last year the society also sponsored the athletics recognition assembly to honour the school’s athletes. The organization has suffered recently due to a lack of involvement by parents and those still involved are hoping to encourage a few new parents who have children involved to step up and help, said Vandermeer. The next society meeting is Wednesday, Oct. 24 at 6 p.m. in the library at H. J. Cody.

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- Travis Brigley (centre) presented a cheque to Sylvan Lake Minor Hockey for $8,000 from the Central Alberta Young Guns Golf Foundation. Accepting were minor hockey President Daryl Pickering and Vice President Blair Mack. Brigley said the Young Guns event is organized by young NHL up and comers and NHL players. Every year 10 to 12 organizations benefit from the $130,000$150,000 raised by the tournament held at Alberta Springs during the summer. The money donated to the Sylvan Lake organization will be used to help youngsters play hockey who would not otherwise be able to afford to play, said Pickering. They’re supporting six children this year and helped 10 last year. STEVE DILLS

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Clutched - H. J. Cody Lakers football player Tyler Ledwos held tight to the ball as he ran from several Stettler Wildcats during a game Friday, held at the Cody field. The game ended with a score of 33-20 for Stettler. ALEISHA BOSCH

Five Arashi-Do members competed Submitted Special to Sylvan Lake News

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Five members from Arashi-Do Martial Arts Sylvan Lake competed in Calgary and Edmonton Sept. 29. Four members, including head instructor Sensei Ken Sumner, went to Edmonton to compete in the fourth submission series of 2012. This is a continuation of a submission series that was competed at earlier in the year

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to six. Ultimately he ended up in fourth place. Guy Lacoursiere also competed in Gi and No-Gi. After only two months of training, he decided to jump in and try his hand at competing. He ended up taking fourth in both Gi and No-Gi, missing a couple of very close submission attempts. The fourth member from Sylvan Lake declined to be named. Finally, Cory B. was in Calgary for the Striker series. He competed in the heavyweight 205 plus division. It was here that he fought people with almost twice the experience, but he showed great heart and competed well. He took a silver medal after beating someone with much more experience than him to get into the finals match. He lost to someone with close to twice the experience he has, but with a great showing. He was also awarded his yellow rank the previous night so it was a great opportunity for him to show his skills. Videos from the tournament are available online on YouTube.

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Glass Shops

1196

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1170

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403-887-6661 Legal Services

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Rental Equipment

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Personal Services

1315

DATING SERVICE. Long-term/short-term relationships. Free to try! 1-877-297-9883. Live intimate conversation, Call #7878 or 1-888-534-6984. Live adult 1on1 Call 1-866-311-9640 or #5015. Meet local single ladies. 1-877-804-5381. (18+). GET 50% OFF. Join Herbal Magic this week and get 50% off. Lose weight quickly, safely and keep it off, proven results! Call Herbal Magic today! 1-800-854-5176. TRUE ADVICE! True clarity! True Psychics! 1-877-342-3036 or 1-900-528-6258 or mobile #4486. (18+) $3.19/minute; www.truepsychics.ca.

Well Drilling

1400

Aircraft ..............................1510 Antiques & Art ..................1520 Auctions ............................1530 Bicycles ............................1540 Building Supplies ..............1550 Business Machines ..........1560 Cameras & Accessories ..1570 Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Items ................1580 Clothing ............................1590 Computers ........................1600 Concert & Event Tickets ..1610 Equipment - Misc. ............1620 Equipment - Heavy ..........1630 Tools ................................1640 Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market & Food Basket......................1650 Firewood ..........................1660 Lumber ............................1670 Garden Supplies ..............1680 Lawn Tractors ..................1690 Health, Dietary, Beauty ....1700 Household Appliances......1710 Household Furnishings ....1720 TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Stereos, VCRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ........1730 Hot Tubs & Accessories ..1740 Jewellery ..........................1750 Kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deals........................1755 Misc. For Sale ..................1760 Musical Instruments..........1770 Music Lessons..................1780 Piano & Organs ................1790 Office Supplies ................1800 Pets & Supplies ................1810 Pet Services ....................1820 Cats ..................................1830 Dogs ................................1840 Sports Cards ....................1850 Sporting Goods ................1860 Collectorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Items ..............1870 Swap, Barter & Trade ......1880 Travel Packages ..............1900 Wedding Supplies ............1910 Recycled Products............1920 Wanted to Buy ..................1930 Items to Give Away ..........1940

Auctions

1530

HUGE RESTAURANT Equipment Auction. Tuesday, October 16, 2012, 11 a.m., 11703 - 105 Ave., Edmonton. Full ad at howardsauctions.ca or email: edmonton_auctionservic @shaw.ca. 1-780-718-2274 or 1-780-432-8181 MEIER GUN AUCTION. Saturday, October 27, 11 a.m., 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. 200 guns - handguns, rifles, shotguns, hunting equipment. Call to consign 780-440-1860.

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Well Drilling

1400

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LAMINATED POST BUILDINGS FARM AND COMMERCIAL. Prairie Post Frame serving Alberta. For pricing Calgary South, Barrie 403-506-7845; barrier@prairiepostframe.ca Calgary North, Howard 403-586-7678; howard@prairiepostframe.ca METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Best prices! 36â&#x20AC;? Hi-Tensile TUFF-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft. 40 Year Warranty. ALTA-WIDE Builders Supplies 1-888-263-8254

Travel Packages

1900

ONE DAY POLAR BEAR Tours - Calgary and Edmonton departures this fall. Jet to Churchill and experience 6 hours on a polar bear safari; 1-866-460-1415; www. classiccanadiantours.com

For Rent #3000 - #3200

Acreages/Farms ..............3010 Houses/Duplexes ............3020 Condos/Townhouses........3030 Manufactured Homes ......3040 Four Plexes/Six Plexes ....3050 Suites ..............................3060 Cottages/Seasonal ..........3070 Roommates Wanted ........3080 Rooms for Rent................3090 Motels/Hotels ..................3100 Offices ..............................3110 Stores/Commercial ..........3120 Industrial ..........................3130 Warehouse Space............3140 Garage Space..................3150 Storage Space ................3160 Land ................................3170 Pasture ............................3180 Mobile Lot ........................3190 Misc. for Rent ..................3200

Wanted to Rent #3250 - #3390

Acreages/Farms ..............3255 Houses/Duplexes ............3260 Suites ..............................3270 Rooms..............................3280 Manufactured Homes ......3290 Housesitting Wanted ........3300 Garage Space..................3310 Storage Space ................3320 Stores/Commercial ..........3330 Office Space ....................3340 Industrial ..........................3350 Warehouse Space............3360 Resorts & Cottages..........3370 Pasture/Land....................3380 Mobile Lot ........................3390

Houses/ Duplexes

FULLY furn. 1/2 duplex, 2 bdrm. 1 bath, $1350/mo., mature responsible party, incl. utils., except tv/phone. Nov. 1- June 1. no pets, n/s, 403-887-4378 Syl. Lk.

Suites

Agricultural #2000 - #2290

Farm Equipment ..............2010 Haying Equipment ............2020 Tractors ............................2030 Combines & Headers ......2040 Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Farm Custom Work ..........2080 Farm Auctions ..................2090 Livestock ..........................2100 Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Pasture Wanted ................2180 Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Seed Grain ......................2200 Seeding & Tillage ............2210

Grain, Feed Hay

2190

HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. â&#x20AC;&#x153;On Farm Pickupâ&#x20AC;? Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252 ROUND HAY BALES $20. and up. Delivery available. No Sunday calls please. Phone 403-704-3509.

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3020

3060

BACHELOR SUITES FOR RENT ranging $550-$650 $300 d.d. All rooms above Hazzard County Bar & Grill. Call 403-887-5235 ask for Char

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2 bdrm. bsmt. suite, has 6 appls., shed, full parking, separate entrance, infloor heat, laundry etc. no pets, n / s , a v a i l . N o v. 1 , 587-876-7977

Offices

3110

DOWNTOWN

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Thursday, October 11, 2012 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS For Rent

3299

4050

Acreages

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1295.00 to $1475.00

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Real Estate #4000 - #4190

Realtors & Services..........4010 Houses for Sale................4020 Houses Wanted ................4030 Condos/Townhouses ........4040 Acreages ..........................4050 Acreages Wanted ............4060 Farms/Land ......................4070 Farms/Land Wanted ........4080 Manufactured/ Mobile Homes ..................4090 Income Property ..............4100 Commercial Property ......4110 Industrial Property ............4120 Cottages/Resort Property ..4130 Businesses for Sale..........4140 Buildings for Sale ............4150 Lots for Sale ....................4160 Out of Town Property ......4170 Investment Opportunities ..4180 Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190

4020

Houses For Sale

RARE OPPORTUNITY

3 bdrm. heritage home on beautiful private lot in Woodlea, backing onto Waskasoo Creek. Reno or Build. 416-918-0195

Businesses For Sale

Picturesque Recreational River Hobby Farm. Ideal for horses or cattle. Corrals, fenced, heated barn & shop. Open concept custom built bungalow. $465,000. 403-843-6182 (Rimbey)

4070

Farms/ Land

154 ACRES

close to Hwy 2 in BLACKFALDS AREA Call Mike 403-896-3130 or see blackfaldsacreage.ca

4090

Manufactured Homes

JANDEL HOMES. Overstocked and motivated to sell - bring offers! Immediate delivery. Beat the spring price increase. Edmonton 1-855-463-0084. Grande Prairie 1-877-504-5005; www.jandelhomes.com

4090

Manufactured Homes

ONE ONLY! Awesome 20’ X 76’ (1520 SF) SRI Plan. 3 bedroom/2bath. Heavily optioned! Reduced for immediate delivery (100 miles). Only $119,900. Bonuses: Free vinyl skirting, free microwave, $2,500 brick credit! Won’t last! 1-877-341-4422; www.dynamicmodular.ca. SIX WEEK DELIVERY. Homes 900 - 2650 sq. ft. Basement or piling foundation. 9’ ceilings, drywall. View show homes Red Deer. Free 3D TV for Christmas. Integrity Choice Homes 1-800-221-6801 YEAR END CLEARANCE! Vast selection: single/20’ wides and like-new pre-owned homes. Too many to list. Delivery anywhere in Alberta! 1-800-461-7632. 148 East Lake Blvd., Airdrie; www. unitedhomescanada.com

4130

Cottages/Resort Property

4140 130 Locations & Growing!

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LAKE FRONT PROPERTY -†2300 sqft home on 10 acres $395,000. 10 min from Ponoka. Fishing, swimming & boating at your back door. See welist.com #47984.† MLS C3526876. Call 403-519-6773† Email: brettie@platinum.ca

Out Of Town Property

4170

BUY LAND IN BELIZE - English Commonwealth country in Central America. Caribbean jungle lots - 3 miles from sea - starting at $11,000. All types available. For information call Patrick Doyle 210-401-3575.

Out Of Town Property

4170

PHOENIX CANADIAN REALTOR. Advice, information, MLS mailing list free. Still bargains, but prices rising so act fast, be warm this winter; Mary.Maxie@PruAZ.com. 602-738-6597 RIVERFRONT RESORT, SOUTHERN BC. Lots available as low as $61,900. Year round park, indoor pool & spa. Low maintenance fees. Inquiries: Jan 250-499-7887; Caroline 250-499-4233; www. riversidervparkresort.com.

Antique & Classic Autos

5020

ANTIQUE CARS & PARTS DISPERSAL. “Estate of Alex Evanoff”. Purchase complete units/parts from vintage tractors - vehicles dating 1940 to 1980. Call 780-785-2678. Located near Sangudo, Alberta.

Motorcycles

5080

Tires, Parts Acces.

5180

Transportation #5000-5300

Automotive Services ........5010 Antique & Classic Autos ....5020 Cars ..................................5030 SUV’s................................5040 Trucks ..............................5050 Heavy Trucks....................5060 Vans/Buses ......................5070 Motorcycles ......................5080 Campers ..........................5090 Motorhomes......................5100 5th Wheels........................5110 Holiday Trailers ................5120 Tent Trailers ......................5130 Utility Trailers ....................5140 ATV’s ................................5150 Boats & Marine ................5160 Snowmobiles ....................5170 Tires, Parts & Accessories ......................5180 Auto Wreckers ..................5190 Vehicles Wanted ..............5200 Car/Truck Rental ..............5210 Recreational Vehicle Rental ..............................5220 Trailer Rental ....................5230 Misc. Automotive ..............5240 RV’s ..................................5300

TRUCK TOPPER

Range Rider, Model Tigre Off of 2006 Tundra, 4dr. Should fit 2000 to 2006 Tundra. Exc. cond. $649. obo. 403-318-4653 or 346-7778

Public Notice #6000

Public Notices ..................6010 Special Features ..............6050

Training for life Automotive Services

5010

BUY A CAR with bad credit! $0 down, 24 hour approvals, low payments, no credit ok. Approval Hotline call 1-888-222-0663 or apply online at www.CanadaDrives.ca.

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SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Thursday, October 11, 2012

Schools raise money with participation in Terry Fox Run

École Fox Run School students took part in the Terry Fox Run Sept. 28. Prior to the run, the school held a fundraiser where students were encouraged to bring in “Toonies for Terry”. Fundraising is done without pledge sheets.

École Fox Run School students were encouraged to wear pink to raise awareness and school spirit. ALEISHA BOSCH PHOTOS

MUNICIPAL OFFENCE

July-Aug. 2012

The smiles were bright and the temperature warm as students from École Steffie Woima Elementary School participated in the annual Terry Fox Run last Thursday afternoon. They walked and ran along a route which took them through the trail system in Ryders Ridge subdivision and back to the school. A total of $2,166 was raised through their efforts for the Terry Fox Foundation. STEVE DILLS PHOTOS

Sylvan Lake pastor to appear on “The Bachelor Canada” by Aleisha Bosch Sylvan Lake News

Chantelle Harink, a 25-year-old pastor from Sylvan Lake, will be among 25 women vying for the affections of CFL wide receiver Brad Smith on the first season of “The Bachelor Canada”. Harink, who will be known by her first name only on the show, works as the assistant director of Sunnyside Christian Retreat Centre in Birchcliff. With her mother, she also founded Makaway Kamp, a non-profit camp for

underprivileged children. In her video introduction on the show’s website, Harink said she hasn’t had a lot of experience dating, but that she’s realized she’s ready for love. “It’s challenging to find guys that respect what I do, but yet see me still as a girl who wants to fall in love,” said Harink in the video. She lists grapes, dill pickles, and Starbucks coffee as her favourite foods on the show’s website. The show’s contestants and their relatives are not allowed

to speak with the media until they are no longer on the show. Citytv has announced five new bachelorettes per week in the weeks leading up to the show’s premiere. So far, Harink will appear alongside three other Albertans, including a makeup artist from Wetaskiwin. Brad Smith has played for the Montreal Alouettes, Toronto Argonauts, and Edmonton Eskimos. The show will take place in a Victoria mansion. It premiered Oct. 3 on Citytv.

Fines & Warnings JulyAugust Litter on town property 2 0 Drive MV with expired licence plate 17 5 Driver fail to provide req'd info 0 1 Driver fail to wear seatbelt 0 2 Distracted driving - cell phone 0 2 Exceed maximum speed limit 12 13 Fail to obey traffic control device 1 0 Failure to produce documentation 0 2 Fighting in public 4 0 Have uninsured vehicle on highway 2 0 Heavy vehicle off truck route 1 0 Illegally parked 253 214 Illegally park trailer/RV on street/yard 21 23 Improper disposal waste on public land0 1 Make Noise 3 0 Operate MV contrary to restriction 1 0 Operate vehicle without license in poss. 1 1 Operate vehicle without valid licence 3 0 Electrical cord across sidewalk/hwy 0 1 Ride/permit riders outside MV 0 1 Transport liquor in easy access to occ. 1 0 Nuisance, unsightly premises 2 0 Urinate/waste in public 7 4 TOTAL - Fines and warnings 331 270

ANIMAL CONTROL Telephone Calls Dogs Barking Dogs Running at Large Cats Skunks Miscellaneous Total Animal Control Enforcement Warnings issued Fines issued Total

19 41 28 10 26 124

8 32 38 18 6 102

15 7 22

18 9 27

Above are statistics provided by Sylvan Lake Municipal Enforcement of activity for the past two months.

Thursday, October 11, 2012 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

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SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Thursday, October 11, 2012

Market Update remaxsylvanlake.com® RE/MAX real estate central alberta

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Each ofﬁce is independently owned and operated

Canada Housing & Mortgage Corporation deﬁnes a balanced market as one where 30% of the home inventory sells each month. Average number of homes for sale in the Sylvan Lake Area* in September:

Sales to Listing Ratio:

287

14%

Sylvan Lake Area is deﬁned as the Town of Sylvan Lake and the Sylvan Lake Summer Villages.

Number of MLS Sales in the Sylvan Lake Area* in September:

Market Favours:

BUYERS

Sylvan Lake Area is deﬁned as the Town of Sylvan Lake and the Sylvan Lake Summer Villages.

Least Active Price Range:

Year to date increase in sales over 2011:

$375,000 – $400,000

303 – UP 27.3%

Most Active Price Range:

Most Expensive Home Sold in September:

$250,000 – $300,000

$830,000

Prices are now stable in the Red Deer market where the sales to listing ratio in September was 27.7% - which is a balanced market. (The rest of Central Alberta has historically followed the Red Deer Market)

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