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Study hunting cancers’ causes BY PAUL COWLEY ADVOCATE STAFF

we’ll have to shut down half of the intersection to do the work that we need to do,” said Williston. Some drivers are now heading into Sunnybrook to avoid the 32nd Street and 40th Avenue intersection. The city dropped off about 1,200 mailouts to residents in Sunnybrook, Mountview, Anders and Morrisroe who would be directly affected by increased traffic. More focused residential updates will occur leading up to the major reconstruction start-up, Williston said. The budgeted $9.2-million improvements will see right-turn lanes built at 32nd Street and Spruce Drive westbound. Right-turn lanes will also be built at 40th Avenue — for eastbound 32nd Street traffic heading onto southbound 40th Avenue, as well as for drivers on 40th Avenue who are turning onto westbound 32nd Street. Turn lanes will be done around the end of August, but they may not be fully open to traffic then.

Cancer will affect half of us and kill one in four. In Alberta Health Services Central Zone, nearly 2,000 people were diagnosed with cancer in 2009 and 846 died from the disease. Those kinds of sobering statistics are behind a major study designed to learn more about the causes of cancer, called the Tomorrow Project. The goal by 2013 is to enrol 50,000 Albertans aged 35 to 69 who have never had cancer. Since the project began in 2001, just over half that number has been reached so a big push is on. As part of that effort, a temporary study centre was set up in the Red Deer Lodge on Tuesday. By the end of the week, 180 Central Albertans will be asked questions about their health and lifestyle, have basic measurements taken, and provide small amounts of urine and blood or saliva. “It’s a preventive cancer research study,” said Laura Cameron, a Tomorrow Project research assistant. “So what we’re doing is we’re trying to look at what causes cancer. We’re trying to look at the lifestyle, genetic and environmental factors, and why some people get cancer and some don’t.” The confidential information gathered will go into a database to be used by researchers. In 2008, the Alberta effort became part of the Canadian Partnership for Tomorrow Project, which will pull together information on 300,000 Canadians. The information gathered may also support research into other conditions. Red Deer’s Fiona Cowie said she decided to participate because she has rheumatoid arthritis and her 10-yearold son has Type 1 diabetes. “There are immune issues in our family. So I thought the more that I can give input to a huge study, the better it could be for future generations,” said Cowie.

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City of Red Deer Electric Light and Power employees work on installing a new power pole at the corner of 32nd St. at 40th Ave. A major redevelopment of the roadway in the area is underway.

Detours likely during major upgrades to 32nd Street BY LAURA TESTER ADVOCATE STAFF Drivers can expect detours into neighbourhoods when major rebuilding of 32nd Street gets underway early next month in Red Deer. Crews are adding turning lanes and other improvements at the intersections of Spruce Drive and 40th Avenue. However, the major work will involve completely redoing the road that’s been around for several decades and sees about 30,000 vehicles on it every day, said City of Red Deer transportation engineer Michael Williston. “We understand it’s going to impact a lot of people, but people want to see this — they want to see 32nd Street fixed,” said Williston on Tuesday. “And the good news is that it’s going to be basically done this year.” The major road upgrade will start just west of 47th Avenue, heading east to just past 40th Avenue. It involves replacing part of the road. “We’re actually digging down a foot for the entire roadway, both the north and south side,” said Williston. “It’s a

major reconstruction effort.” The traffic detours will begin in early September, weather dependent. Crews will shut down the south side of 32nd Street first, so that there would be two-lane traffic on the north side of the road. Then the construction will switch to the north side. No widening of the road is occurring, Williston said. Each phase of construction will take about a week. “Access to the neighbourhoods will be changing as the detour goes along because we have to shut down the road in segments,” said Williston. Detours will be marked. There will also be lots of advance warning with signs, including at Taylor Drive, so people can choose to take other routes, Williston said. A lot of drivers use 47th Avenue to shortcut to Bower Place Shopping Centre, but that access will be temporarily closed except to local traffic. Drivers will have to use Gaetz Avenue instead, Williston said. “When we get to the 40th Avenue intersection (for rebuilding the road),

Oily river spoils gold panning operation BY JESSICA JONES ADVOCATE STAFF Gary May would rather have seen the sheen of gold in his panning equipment, not the sheen of oil. The avid gold panner was testing his luck on the quiet shoreline of the Red Deer River near the Innisfail bridge about four km west of the Town of Innisfail on Monday when his sluice box became coated with oil, with the potent smell of crude. May, 67, has been mining for gold in the area for about 11 years and was none too pleased about what covered his equipment that is used to trap heavier gold particles. He was using his equipment along the shoreline, about 1.5 metres from the water’s edge. “I said to my friend, ‘What the heck is in my box? It’s a bunch of grease’ and he said, ‘That’s not grease, that’s oil.’ ” The sight of the oil has concerned May so much that he has vowed not to drink the City of Red Deer’s water, which comes from the Red Deer River. “I’m not drinking it. I will drink bot-

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tled water,” he said. May is also disappointed about the fact that he will be unable to mine for gold in the area, explaining that oil makes gold float. “I won’t be able to retain the gold in my equipment. I am not very happy,” he said. On June 7, up to 3,000 barrels (475,000 litres) of light sour crude oil was released into the Red Deer River from Plains Midstream Canada pipeline about one km north of Sundre. May can’t confirm if the oil he found in his equipment was in fact related to the spill but can’t see another logical option. “What is it doing there?” he questions. While City of Red Deer environment services manager Tom Warder understands the concern surrounding drinking water, he said that samples from the water treatment plants, at the intake and distribution system, never exceeded drinking water standards. He said if there was a risk, the plant would be shut down.

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Gold panner Gary May shows oil residue on his pan and sluice after panning in the Red Deer River near Innisfail Tuesday. LOCAL

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Liver toxins highest in Alberta, Manitoba lakes

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SURVEY FINDS LIVER TOXIN IN EVERY PROVINCE’S LAKES BY BOB WEBER THE CANADIAN PRESS

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Soaking wet from their walk from Fairview Khristian Stach, left, and Jacob Courtemanche arrive at the Cosmos Bottle Depot on Orr Drive south of 67th Street Tuesday afternoon. The two hauled their load of bottles in the pouring rain to get their cash reward.

Doctor to assess suspect in peace officer’s death BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OKOTOKS — Court has been told that a doctor is to assess the mental health of a man suspected of killing an Alberta peace officer. Trevor Kloschinsky is accused of first-degree murder in the death of Rod Lazenby. Lazenby was a former Mountie who was enforcing bylaws for the Municipal District of Foothills in the province’s southwest. Kloschinsky, 46, did not ap-

own duty counsel found it difficult to interview him. The accused’s lawyer asked the court for a psychiatric assessment. Solicitor General Jonathan Denis has said he will be reviewing policies for peace officers, who do not carry guns. They are armed with a baton and pepper spray. They also work alone. Denis is considering amending the rules so that peace officers must work with partners. He will also look at whether they should carry sidearms.

pear in court in Okotoks, on Tuesday, but is to appear in person on Wednesday after he’s been seen by the doctor. Lazenby was responding to a noise complaint on Kloschinsky’s property near Priddis, on Friday. He was dropped off at a police station District 8 in Calgary later that day in what police said was “medical distress” and died in hospital. At Kloschinsky’s first court appearance on Monday, he was slumped against a wall and his

EDMONTON — A cross-Canada survey has found a potent liver toxin in every province’s lakes, with the highest concentrations in the popular cottage and recreational waters of central Alberta and southern Manitoba. Although it’s been known for a long time that sewage and agricultural runoff cause water quality problems, new technology has allowed scientists for the first time to isolate and quantify the presence of microcystin, said lead author Diane Orihel. “As lakes have higher and higher concentrations of nutrients, we see more and more (blue-green algae) and more and more microcystins,” said Orihel, whose research was published Tuesday. “We need to get serious about water quality in these lakes. This is now a human health concern across Canada.” Microcystins are potentially fatal to humans. As well, they are suspected of being carcinogenic at long-term, low exposure. They are also associated with death and illness in wildlife. The toxin is produced by some species of cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae. Bluegreen algae is a common feature of nutrient-rich lakes such as the shallow, warm lakes on the prairies. Those environments already tend to be naturally rich in nitrogen and phosphorus. In addition, they often receive large amounts of those chemicals in runoff from agricultural fertilizers and manure, as well as sewage from recreational properties. Several Alberta lakes between Edmonton and Calgary, where microcystin levels routinely exceeded 10 micrograms per litre, comprised one of the hot spots. Another was in northwestern Alberta and southern Manitoba. Of 37 lakes in her survey where microcystin levels reached up to 10 micrograms, 19 were in Alberta and eight were in Manitoba. Sturgeon Lake, Haig Lake and George Lake in Alberta all had high levels. Lakes with high levels in Manitoba included Killarney Lake, Rock Lake and Pelican Lake. although cancellation spots may be available by appointment only this week. Another visit is planned to Red Deer in coming months, said Cameron, who is part of a mobile team that travels throughout Alberta. Other partners in the study include Alberta Health Services, Alberta Innovates-Health Solutions, Alberta Cancer Foundation and the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer. For information or to book an appointment, go to www.in4tomorrow.ca or call toll-free 1-877-919-9292. pcowley@reddeeradvocate.com

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OIL: City would shut down intake “If there is a time where a heavy concentration of oil came past the intake, we would shut down the intake and use the supplies in our reservoirs to feed the city,” he said. On Aug. 3, Plains Midstream Canada reported having 290 personnel on site to maintain booms, cut and bag oily vegetation, pick up shoreline debris, flush log jams, skim oil, replace absorbent pads and hand wash rocks. The Advocate was unable to reach Plains Midstream Canada for comment. jjones@reddeeradvocate.com

STUDY: ‘Easy way to give something back’ Getting information on tens of thousands of Canadians could go a long way to finding the triggers and cures for chronic disease and immune systemrelated illnesses, she said. Kim Gramlich, of Caroline, also do-

DETOURS: Bulk of project done by October Photo by RANDY FIEDLER/Advocate staff

Tomorrow Project participant Fiona Cowie has blood samples taken by medical lab assistant Jennifer Mate at the Red Deer Lodge Tuesday. nated his time. “It’s an easy way to give something back at no cost,” said Gramlich, who has already completed a couple of questionnaires as part of the study. “If it helps anybody in the future, it’s perfect. It’s not a whole bunch of time out of your life, so it’s not a big deal.” Cameron said those who come in

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will be given a printout of their statistics and see how they stack up against healthy indicators. The study intends to keep track of participants until they are 85 years old. Those who participate are kept up to date each year on the latest developments in cancer research. The Red Deer study centre was a big success and was fully booked,

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Keep peace officers safe Would Rod Lazenby be alive today if he had been armed when he went to a Calgary-area ranch to investigate a complaint of an unpermitted kennel? Those who think that all peace officers should carry guns believe so. Lazenby’s widow, Lolita Lazenby, believes her husband would have been in less peril if he travelled with a partner. And Wildrose Party justice critic Shayne Saskiw says Alberta needs more peace officers, and that they should be armed. The American mindset, as expressed recently by a Kalamazoo, Mich., police officer who visited Calgary, is that every member of Alberta society should have the opportunity to carry handguns. That, said Walt Wawra in a letter to the Calgary Herald, would be the great equalizer, forcing the more aggressive members of our society to think twice before harming or even threatening others. (The evidence of repeated gun-related killings in the United States shows the fallacy of Wawra’s premise, but

OURVIEW JOHN STEWART we’ll leave that for another day.) Lazenby worked for the Municipal District of Foothills and was responding to a complaint related to a dog operation near Priddis, west of Calgary, on Friday. The details about what happened to Lazenby are sketchy, but this much is known: he responded to a complaint, he went there alone and unarmed, he was dropped off at a Calgary police station some time later, and he subsequently died. A 46-year-old man, Trevor Kloschinsky, faces first-degree murder charges in relation to Lazenby’s death. His death is senseless, needless and infuriating for the average Albertan. The killing suggests a lack of respect for authority, and disregard for the sanctity of life, that is difficult to fathom. But how do we prevent similar deaths in the future? Economics suggest, obviously, that

arming all peace officers is cheaper than hiring more staff. And it would lead to more efficiency than simply pairing up all those who now enforce bylaws for municipalities across Alberta. But when it comes to public safety, and the safety of those entrusted to ensure public safety, money should not be the deciding factor. If hiring and training more officers would make them safer on the job, and is consistent with our perspective on minimal use of firearms, then so be it. In Alberta, Level 1 peace officers carry batons and pepper spray. Level 2 officers, like Lazenby, are unarmed. Whether any officer, with a handgun, pepper spray, or completely unarmed, could have survived this encounter is up for speculation. But Lazenby’s years of service and his experience suggest that weapons alone might not have been enough. Lazenby was a former RCMP officer who had more than 30 years of policing experience. He certainly understood the dangers associated with policing, and had

the training to manage risk. Standard policy tells officers to remove themselves from threatening situations. Not every peace officer, obviously, is as well trained as Lazenby was. And certainly every peace officer, at all levels in Alberta, should receive the training and gain the knowledge necessary to anticipate, recognize and deal with potentially violent situations. But the inquiry into Lazenby’s death ordered by Alberta Justice Minister Jonathan Dennis should do more than just assess risk and determine best practices in the future. It should examine why we employ peace officers, how they can best be managed, and whether, over time, we need to find better alternatives. Perhaps, for example, it is time to have a single tier of peace officers in Alberta, capable of handling all policing duties. And perhaps it’s time they were all employed under a single provincial police banner. John Stewart is the Advocate’s managing editor.

Home invaders stole more than possessions Anyone who has been the victim of a home invasion knows the greatest suffering isn’t caused by the loss of money or jewelry or expensive electronics. It’s the unnerving breach of peace and privacy that cuts deepest. Earlier this summer, my family and I hooked up the travel trailer and headed out of town for a much-anticipated week at the lake with my cousin, her husband and their one-year-old son. After more than 300 km of driving, we pulled into our sites and eagerly set up camp. After supper, we put the kids down to bed, cracked some cold ones and circled around the campfire. Everyone was just settling into the peaceful camping groove when my cousin’s cellphone rang. It LEO was her sister back in Red PARÉ Deer. She had stopped by the house to pick up some things and discovered the house had been ransacked by an intruder. Several items were missing, including pieces of heirloom jewelry and a computer full of precious family photos. Their family’s long-awaited summer vacation was ruined before it even began. Our travel companions had no choice but to cut their trip short, pack up and drive back to Red Deer to deal with police reports and take stock of missing items. Amanda and I decided to stay behind and try to enjoy the rest of the trip on our own. As we said our goodbyes, my cousin said something that really stuck with me in the days following. “What bothers me most is knowing that some stranger was in our house, our bedroom, our son’s room.” I tried to imagine how I’d feel if it was our home that had been invaded. I also fantasized about the hurt I’d inflict on the SOB if I ever caught up with him. Many home invasion victims have long-term difficulty coping with the feelings of fear, anger and vulnerability that follow. I seriously doubt the cowardly perpetrators ever stop to contemplate the anguish their actions cause their victims, because most human beings are not prone to such deliberate acts of cruelty. Wanting some good to come out from their own misfortune, my cousin asked me to share some words of warning for other homeowners. • Back up your pictures. Burn them to disc. Keep a copy at a friend’s house. • Put valuables that cannot be replaced (e.g. jewelry, coins, stamps, etc.) in the firebox or at least hide them in a place a robber would not look. • If you have a sliding patio door, take every measure to secure it. Police say patio doors are the No. 1 entry point for robbers looking to access a home. “I think we got a little complacent,” she said. “We live in a quiet neighbourhood with families and older couples living around us. It’s easy to forget that we live in a big city and anything can happen to anyone. You never know who is watching you pack up your stuff as you leave your house.” Leo Paré is the Advocate’s online editor. Reach him by email at lpare@reddeeradvocate.com or follow hom on Twitter at www.twitter.com/LeoPare.

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Pipeline inquiry welcome, but allow room for all An open letter to Premier Alison Redford: We are writing to thank you for finally listening to the voices of people throughout Alberta calling for an independent review of pipeline safety. We are encouraged by the recent announcement by Alberta Energy Minister Ken Hughes that this important review will be conducted. But while we are relieved that some initial steps are being taken to give Albertans the answers they deserve about the province’s pipeline infrastructure, we would like to address three areas of concern with you. 1. The first is the ERCB’s involvement in the pipeline safety review process. As you are likely aware, Albertans have growing trepidations about the ERCB’s oversight and management of pipelines in this province. Questions have already been raised about the ERCB’s ability to adequately inspect Alberta’s pipeline infrastructure, its oversight of pipeline companies, and its competency in ensuring spill cleanup. To put it bluntly, any substantial review of pipeline safety, oversight, and management must necessarily also include a review of the ERCB’s capacity and competence as the

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regulator of pipelines in Alberta. For this reason, the ERCB should not be an active participant in the review. 2. Our second concern is with the scope of the review. The areas that Hughes announced will be reviewed are all important, but Albertans need a complete pipeline system assessment to ensure their communities and our environment are as safe as possible from pipeline spill disasters. To get a complete and holistic assessment of Alberta’s pipeline problems, a full assessment of the province’s pipeline oversight, regulation, enforcement, spill cleanup, and infrastructure safety is vital. Albertans deserve a review that emphasizes all elements of pipeline safety and government management and enforcement, rather than the recently announced partial review. 3. Our final concern, which is in some ways the most problematic, is that you have met with oil and gas companies regarding the review, but not with any of the more than 50 organizations that publicly called for the review. Requests to meet with both you and Hughes have been made by representatives of our network. We have received no response from you, and have only been told that Hughes will not be available to meet with us until possibly September. We would appreciate the same courtesy you have extended to representatives of the oil and gas sector on this issue, and trust that you will meet with representatives of

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THE CANADIAN PRESS The Alberta government imposed binding arbitration Tuesday on striking workers at a seniors home, but denied the move had anything to do with the recent death of a resident. The province ordered workers at Revera Riverbend Retirement Residence in southwest Edmonton to return to their jobs immediately because of what it called a “public emergency.” Deputy premier Thomas Lukaszuk said the government stepped in after inspections found that care had deteriorated for the 120 seniors when replacement workers came in during the 10-week strike. Human Services Minister Dave Hancock made the call after receiving a recommendation from Health Minister Fred Horne. “Alberta Health Services has been monitoring the quality of care to all patients in the residence and the minister is satisfied that at this point of time it is appropriate to end the strike, because there has been some diminishing of the quality of care — and that’s exactly what we’re doing,” Lukaszuk said. “It was a general deterioration because of the fact that there was a turnover of employees at a very high rate, which normally you would not

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“When the employer came back to the table when (staff) had been ... out so long already and offered them less than what they started with? That doesn’t speak well ... so we’ll see how it goes and hope for the best,” said union vice-president Sandy Kyle. “We want to go back to work here.” The union has said that licensed practical nurses at Revera Riverbend already make 14 per cent less than the industry standard. Lukaszuk said the recent death of a resident, identified in local media reports as Margaret Green, did not contribute to the decision. A daughter of the woman’s friend told CTV Edmonton that Green had complained of a sore throat and asked for help from relief staff. “She said .... ‘I need an

ambulance. I think I’m having little strokes,”’ Gwenyth Barr said. The union and staff have suggested she may not have died if the labour dispute had been dealt with in a timely fashion. “She knew something was wrong and asked for help, and it wasn’t forthcoming until a family member phoned for the ambulance,” said union president Guy Smith. The union said an ambulance was called Aug. 4 and Green died a short time later. Her death was reported to the province. But Lukaszuk said the woman was in the independent living area and only received minimal assistance from healthcare workers. Revera Riverbend said in a statement it believed Green received appropriate and timely care.

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Spy agency suspends two employees over security lapses THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — Two security breaches at Canada’s spy agency prompted employee suspensions last year, newly released documents show. In the most serious case, a Canadian Security Intelligence Service employee was suspended for five days without pay following an incident involving information that “must be kept in the strictest of confidence and in full compliance with the need to know principle.” The CSIS employee was found to be in violation of several aspects of the spy agency’s conduct policy, including provisions on security, performance of duties, integrity and compliance with direction. The breach prompted an investigation by the agency’s internal security division, resulting in an “injury assessment” — an accounting of damage from a security lapse. In deciding the employee’s fate, a senior CSIS official weighed the assessment and the fact the person had no prior disciplinary record. “Notwithstanding the

fact that your actions could have resulted in a more serious disciplinary measure, I have decided that a five-day suspension without pay is most appropriate,” wrote the supervisor. The employee was also warned that any further breaches of the conduct policy could warrant more severe discipline, up to and including dismissal from CSIS. In the second case, an employee was suspended for one day without pay over an unspecified security violation. A letter to the employee says that before meting out a punishment, a CSIS supervisor had “taken into consideration the comments that you provided in your email” and that the senior official appreciated “the clarifications you provided.” The memos outlining the security incidents were among 11 heavily censored discipline reports from 2010 and 2011 released under the Access to Information Act. CSIS spokeswoman Tahera Mufti refused to discuss what sort of information was compromised, any damage

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EDMONTON — A group of community gardeners in Edmonton is clashing with an energy company that wants to plant an oil pipeline through their vegetable plots just before harvest. The pipeline is owned by Plains Midstream Canada. On Tuesday about 70 people gathered at the community garden on the city’s outskirts to ward off bulldozers expected to rumble through the area later this week. Gardener Francisco Huezo said Plains Midstream should wait a month to allow people to pick the vegetables they have grown, some of which are to be donated to the Edmonton Food Bank. “It didn’t have to occur in this fashion,” he said Tuesday. “That’s so shameful that our government couldn’t negotiate. These are lands that belong to all the people.” Huezo said his family and friends have been planting vegetables in the remote area leased from the province for more than 20 years. The group of gardeners say they only found out about the pipeline plan a few days ago. Food bank spokeswoman Catherine Williams said the pipeline will reduce how many

fresh vegetables they can give the needy. “That will knock down the number of vegetables we’d like to have in our hampers,” she said. “So that could mean our hampers might not have any kind of vegetable like that in them for the next little while.” The province said the gardeners were originally notified about the possibility of the pipeline in June 2011, and officials confirmed the plans to them last month. Alberta Infrastructure spokeswoman Sharon Lopatka said the government is trying to broker a compromise. “Plains Midstream has said they’re looking at delaying going through the garden, narrow the right of way, or do some burrowing,” she said. Alberta’s NDP opposition called on the province and the company to be reasonable. Edmonton-Beverly-Clareview MLA Deron Bilous said many of the gardeners are new Canadians and some rely on the food grown in their plot to supplement their income. “This isn’t just a source of food, it’s also a source of community, and a source of pride for many here,” he said. “Give the gardeners four to six weeks to get their harvest out. “Four to six weeks. That’s all we’re asking for.”

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Illegal drugs available within minutes: study VANCOUVER — A study called “surprising” by one of its lead researchers has found hard drugs are just ten minutes away for Vancouver’s young users. The study conducted by the B.C. Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS found that despite decades of efforts to combat drugs, heroin, crack, cocaine, crystal meth and marijuana can be obtained within minutes, particularly by young drug users. Dr. Evan Wood, an internal medicine physician and senior author of the study, noted the U.S. declared the war on drugs 40 years ago, but that hasn’t helped at-risk youth avoid falling into drug use. “Their reality in terms of the free and easy availability of drugs is, I think, discordant from your average Canadian’s understanding of just how . . . available drugs are on the streets of Canadian cities,” said Wood. The study, to be released today, surveyed two groups of people in 2007; one between 14 and 26 years of age who had used an illicit drug other or in addition to marijuana at least 30 days

‘I’M IN THE OFFICE RIGHT NOW. IT WOULD PROBABLY TAKE ME MORE THAN TEN MINUTES TO GO AND BE ABLE TO BUY A BOTTLE OF WINE.’ — DR. EVAN WOOD SENIOR AUTHOR OF THE STUDY

before joining the study. The other consisted of adult drug users over 16 years old who injected drugs at least a month before the survey. Both studies asked “How difficult would it be for you to get drugs right now in the area you typically obtain your drugs?” They then focused on those who answered they could get drugs in ten minutes and found the small time frame wasn’t just for marijuana, but for hard drugs as well. “That’s, I think, the most surprising thing,” said Wood. “I’m in the office right now. It would probably take me more than ten minutes to go and be able to buy a bottle of wine.” Vancouver police spokesman Const. Lindsey Houghton wasn’t shocked. “I don’t think it is a surprise to anyone that if someone is motivated

Youth could learn something from Asian counterparts: Quebec Coalition leader BY THE CANADIAN PRESS

versity of California at San Diego last year delved into the sensitive issue of study habits by ethnicity in the United States. Using federal statistics from the American Time Use Survey, she concluded that Asian-American high school students averaged 13 hours of study per week over the entire calendar year — compared with 5.5 hours for white students, and even less for other students. The comments from Legault were politically charged. Students at universities and colleges are voting this week on whether to end six-month strikes; the turn of phrase, “la belle vie,” has become famous as the term used by a tabloid columnist to deride protesters at the height of the unrest last spring. The tuition debate has also featured questions about productivity, and whether higher fees might steer students away from social studies into the hard sciences. Legault appeared to be touching on all these themes, at a particularly sensitive moment. Opponents said he’s simply peddling junk populism. Jean Charest, the Liberal premier, called it a symptom of a greater problem with Legault’s party. He accused it of pandering to stereotypes, without offering substantive policies. “It’s frankly well beneath what we would expect from a person in public life,” Charest told reporters. “Quebecers are a working people. We are workers. We do very great things and the young people also.” Legault’s new Coalition party is now involved in a three-way election race. Recent polls placed the Parti Quebecois in the lead, while the governing Liberals were in serious danger because of poor support among francophones, who form the bulk of voters in the vast majority of Quebec ridings. The Liberals are apparently even in trouble in Charest’s riding.

MONTREAL — It’s a unique campaign message: A man who aspires to be premier of Quebec has compared the province’s young people, unfavorably, to Asian kids. Francois Legault says he doesn’t regret suggesting this week that young Quebecers are more interested in living “the good life” and could learn a thing or two from their harder-working Asian counterparts. In fact, Legault dug in his heels Tuesday. “I’m sticking to it,” he told reporters. “Right now in Quebec, we don’t value education and effort as much as we should.” The leader of the new Coalition party first waded into the subject during a chat with an 85-year-old man during a campaign stop a day earlier. The man had lamented the work ethic of today’s youth, and Legault eagerly responded. Legault said it was the opposite in Asia where, he said, parents want their kids to become engineers and actually need to stop them from studying at night because they nearly work themselves sick. He said if people in Asia keep working so hard while young Quebecers just want “the good life,” our society is in trouble. Legault further explained his remarks Tuesday. “If you have kids they’ll tell you (the Asian students) are always first in class. One of my sons was telling me, ‘Yes, but they have no life,”’ Legault told reporters today. “There’s maybe an extreme there but, here, in some cases we’re a little bit at the other extreme.” He said he doesn’t blame young Quebecers at all. He said he blames older Quebecers, and parents, for not transmitting the values of hard work to youth. Legault’s remarks were ridiculed by his opponents, and they quickly became an object of online FUTURE SHOP – Correction Notice scorn. The French phrase for Please be advised that on page 26 of the August 10 flyer, the “the good life,” la belle capacities of two Haier washers and one Haier dryer were incorrectly vie, became a trending advertised. The correct capacities are as follows: RWT360BW TopLoad Washer is 3.0 cu. ft. (NOT 3.1 cu. ft.) (WebID: 10202660), topic on Twitter. CRDE350AW Dryer is 6.5 cu. ft. (NOT 6.6 cu. ft.) (WebID: 10202640) A paper by economist and GWT460BW Top-Load Washer is 3.6 cu. ft. (NOT 3.1 cu. ft.) (WebID: 10202659). We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience Valerie Ramey at the Uni- this may have caused our valued customers.

enough and has the knowledge on how to obtain illegal drugs, they could probably do it fairly quickly,” wrote Houghton in an email. “I’m sure if the study was done 5, 10, or 15 years ago the numbers wouldn’t have been much different.” Houghton hasn’t seen the study yet, but has worked with at-risk youth in the past and said what is important is access to medical care should users have a problem and access to services to help end their addictions. Wood said the easy access means current drug policies are not succeeding in stopping the availability and use of illegal drugs and Houghton’s comments show police know this. “While the police are aware, I think your average Canadian is totally unaware of the fact that our streets are so awash in drugs,” said Wood, stressing he doesn’t want to sugest he’s negative

about police efforts. “If supply reduction is the foundation of Canada’s drug strategy, we really need to have an impact assessment and evaluation of what we’re actually getting from that investment.” He said money spent on prisons and trying to cut the supply of drugs would be more wisely spent on rehabilitation programs and community outreach efforts. Wood said legalization and regulation would also cut down on incidents where impure products injure users and compared use to that of people going blind drinking homemade booze during alcohol prohibition. “As an internal medicine physician who not that infrequently sees people who have had a brain injury due to a non-fatal overdose or having to give HIV positive test results to young people, I would love to see a drug-free world,” said Wood. “I’m just coming at this as a scientist and someone who wants to advocate for appropriate use of tax dollars and the general public being made more aware of alternative effective strategies that could better improve health and safety.” The community of 3,000 declared a local state of emergency on Aug. 4 and more than 120 people have been forced to leave their homes.

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bought a kayak last spring and have found it to be an excellent vehicle for exploring local marshes and the quiet stretch of river that flows past our family cabin. Sometimes the most rewarding trips are those that have no destination; time spent paddling slowly and quietly is often rewarded with interesting and unexpected wildlife encounters. The Red Deer area is dotted with thousands of small potholes that, with all the recent rain, are brimMYRNA ming with water and PEARMAN life. Interestingly, many of our local ponds were bereft of duck families until early July, when broods started to appear in abundance. I have never before seen so many young duck families this late in the season on our Ellis Bird Farm ponds. While our Alberta wetlands may not compare with the spectacular diversity of those found in more exotic climes, they are every bit as interesting and beautiful. I highly recommend a visit to a local marsh or pond. Take some time to immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of these complex, active landscapes. The elegant and graceful great blue heron is often encountered along the edges of marshes, creeks and rivers.

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Wetland wonders Photos by MYRNA PEARMAN/Freelance

From top to bottom: The sora is a skulking, secretive marsh resident; a young coot dives for food; the great blue heron is elegant and graceful; the northern shoveler; baby American coots are the true “ug gly y ducklings g ” of the marsh.

Herons slowly and quietly prowl the shallows for fish, frogs and other small creatures. Their large size makes them easy to identify. One of the most rewarding marsh encounters is with the secretive and skulking sora. Soras belong to a large order of wetland birds that includes rails, coots and cranes. Soras spend their days feeding among the dense shoreline vegetation and, although difficult to see, loudly announce their presence with an oft-issued descending call that sounds a bit like a deranged laugh. They can swim short distances even though they do not have lobed or webbed feet. The most spectacularly “ugly ducking” of our wetlands is the young American coot. Baby coots have bizarre ornamental plumage consisting of sparse, disheveled-looking carrot-coloured head feathers and bright orange beaks. Research has shown that adult coots actually favour offspring that sport the most intense colours, so there appears to be an evolutionary advantage to looking like a punk of the pond. Coots (also called mud hens) are cousins to the sora. Northern shovelers, which are one of our many species of dabbling ducks, spend their days lounging in shallow ponds, roadside ditches and even wet fields. Their spatulate bill enables them to strain small invertebrates and other morsels from muddy wetland bottoms. Since baby ducks are able to feed on their own right after hatching, the main roles of a mother duck are to keep her brood together and watch for danger. Myrna Pearman is the biologist and site services manager at Ellis Bird Farm (www.ellisbirdfarm.ca). Email her at mpearman@ellisbirdfarm.ca.

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Key to success? Show up ready “It is better to be prepared for an opportunity and not have one than to have an opportunity and not be prepared.” – Whitney Young Jr., American civil rights leader

up ready. Whether it’s with the right attire and attitude for a job interview or for life itself, we should always show up prepared. Are you showing up prepared for life? One of the main things we can do to be ready for “I’m looking for work,” she declared. work or life is to spend time building our “Can I fill out an application?” self-esteem. Andrea looked up from the till and It’s a simple fact: when we feel better was surprised by what she saw: the shock about ourselves and worthy and deserving of white hair, the stained T-shirt and of success, we present ourselves in a betrumpled sweats at least a week shy of ter light in every situation we encounter. the washing machine. One could imagine People with healthy self-esteem have a in the middle of cleaning the garage or high degree of self-love. changing oil in the pickup, this woman Not to be confused with arrogance or had dropped what she was doing and left egotism, self-love is demonstrated by selfto apply for work at the local pizza resrespect and the recognition of our uniquetaurant. ness as human beings. “I’m not looking to hire anyone,” said When we love ourselves, we care for Andrea, and I knew in truth, she wasn’t. ourselves physically, emotionally, men“But I can still apply, right?” The tally and spiritually. We try to put our best woman leaned on the counter with her self forward and have the strength to act elbows. in accordance with our values and prinMURRAY “We’re a family business,” Andrea ciples. FUHRER explained. “Our employees are family It’s nearly impossible to be filled with members.” negativity and regret when we nurture “You must have a form,” she said. self-love — the foundation of all vibrant “Just give me one and I’ll take it with and lasting love. me.” People with good self-esteem often Reluctantly, Andrea reached under the counter have strong social networks. and withdrew an application. Whether you are an introvert or extrovert, if you “Great,” said the woman, snatching it from An- have healthy self-esteem, you recognize the value of drea’s hand. building relationships. “I’ll bring this back later.” I have a friend (with great self-esteem) who deI was sipping on a coffee as the scene unfolded. scribes herself as an outgoing introvert. She admits It seemed doubtful to me that this woman was actu- that on occasion she’s a little bit intimidated by ally looking for work. And even if her declaration what life presents her with but she doesn’t let that was sincere, the odds of her actually being hired by stop her from stepping out and facing the challenge. Andrea would likely be nil to nothing. I watched as Life’s problems are more easily managed and surthe woman crudely folded the application, shoved it mounted when we have good people in our lives to into the hip pocket of her pants and marched out the love and support us. door. There’s no better way to be ready for life than to Woody Allen said that 80 per cent of success is come from a place of love rather than a place of fear. simply showing up. Though being there does set you Fear will hold us back while love will prompt us to apart from those who never bother to show up, it’s no constantly try new things and challenge the status guarantee of success. quo. People with healthy self-esteem are willing and A wise man once told the key to success is to show even eager to step out of their comfort zones.

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In fact, most people with a healthy self-image will tell you that they are constantly looking for ways to stretch and grow in experience, knowledge and wisdom. With a commitment to self-improvement and a willingness to experience all that life has to offer, you can be ready for both employment and life. To apply an old sports metaphor, the more willing we are the step up to the plate and start swinging, the happier, wiser and more insightful we’ll become. Throw yourself into life as it happens, live each moment to the fullest without fear, and you’ll find it easier to succeed and maintain an internal sense of peace. To summarize: the best preparation for life is to cultivate a genuine love for yourself along with a healthy sense of self-worth, nurture relationships with those that can support and encourage you, and live life to its fullest each and every day without fear of loss or failure. I once read that the will to win is worthless unless we also have the will to prepare. If you had to apply and be interviewed for the privilege of enjoying a happy and successful life, how would you show up, what would you say and how would you sell your employer on the fact that you’re worthy, capable and the right person for the job? When I finished my coffee, I walked up to the till to pay my bill. “You want an application too?” asked Andrea with a smile. “I thought you only hired family.” “You eat here often enough,” she said. “You’re like family.” We both burst out laughing. Empowered people live life to the fullest and find the motivation to seek solutions, act proactively and defend their interests. They also prepare. If you want to succeed at life or anything else for that matter don’t just show up – show up ready. “Never tell me the sky’s the limit when (I know) there are footprints on the moon.” – Author Unknown More about Murray M. Fuhrer, The Self-Esteem Guy, at www.theselfesteemguy.com.

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Good time to save on furnace, air conditioning It’s that time of year again, it is time to beat the heat any way you can. Lots of areas seem to be having more and longer heat waves each year. You know the weeks were the temperature reaches above 30 and stays there. An air condition system is certainly the best way to be sure you spend the summer in comfort. Check the cost from your local stores the price may be lower than you were thinking. Also if you have been considering upgrading your furnace to a more energy friendly one now would be the time. If you purchase a new furnace and the air conditioner at the same time most companies will give you a better price than if you buy them separately. Some of the retailers also have payment plans and financing available they understand that people usually cannot afford to pay for this big of a purchase up front. If you do not have an emergency fund built up for this kind of stuff start now as you know as well as I do that your furnace will always die in the middle of the night when it is 30 below. If you have an air conditioner already it will pick the third day in a heat wave to stop running. Be prepared. If you feel a full house air condition system is not affordable at this time there are lots of other options out there. To start there is the more affordable window air conditioners. They have improved drastically from the big box ones that rattled and clanked so badly they kept you up all night. So instead of being too hot to sleep it was cool but to noisy to sleep with them running. They can be fitted into almost any size window now and not only do they run silently there are many with a good energy star rating. There are things you can do to help with keeping your cool without burning through a bunch of cash. Buy a reasonably priced fan.

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25 years ago Shoppers like extra day; protest quiet: Sunday shopping is providing popular with customers of at least one city grocery store. While the battle over Sunday shopping is being waged in the courts, it went largely ignored in the supermarket aisles of the Parkland Mall Safeway Sunday. There were small demonstrations — both for and against seven-day shopping — outside the mall. Thieves sought in wake of safe cracking: RCMP believe a person with knowledge of explosives, who may have worked in the oilfield servicing industry, is responsible for a robbery at a local theatre. Police have no suspects in the July 31 break-in at the Park Plaza Theatre which saw culprits blow up the theatre’s safe. The culprits made off with an undisclosed amount of cash and theatre gift certificates. They believe the culprits hid in the theatre after staff had gone home for the evening.

50 years ago No smallpox fear in Red Deer area: Miss Edwina Buchan, head public health nurse at the Red Deer Health Unit, said today that as far as it’s known, no one in the Red Deer area was in contact with the boy with smallpox. Only those who were in contact with him are in direct danger. Miss Buchan said that they were fairly sure that there was not much need to worry. Fish and Game men protest spraying of Caroline creek: The Red Deer Fish and Game Association decided, at its regular monthly meeting, to send a strong protest to the Alberta Fish and Game Association at Calgary concerning the spraying on Alford Creek. The spraying, from airplane, is being done by private citizens to remove the brush from the sides of the creek. However, it seems that the chemical used is very light, and is being blown into the creek and adjoining lands by any slight breeze. The creek, west of Caroline, is known as the best trout stream in Alberta. The Red Deer Association will try to find out what allowances have been made for right-of-ways on the numerous fishing streams in that district. It would

Advocate file photo from Aug. 16, 1997

Walking the picket line for the 20th day, striking Michener Centre food workers took their pickets downtown, walking the sidewalk outside MLA Stockwell Day’s office. like to see such laws as no brush cutting within 50 feet of a stream, and other wildlife conservative measures.

90 years ago Get your mail in early: The Postmaster of Red Deer wishes that the despatch and delivery of mail should be the very best possible, and with that end in view he asks the co-operation of business firms in their own interest, get letters completed and ready for mailing before noon, if at all possible. When your stenographers have a number of letters ready, sign them and have them mailed promptly. It

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‘I’M A BIG PROPONENT OF MAKING SURE IT’S NUTRIENT-PACKED FOOD BECAUSE IF THEY’RE ONLY GOING TO GET A CHANCE TO EAT A LITTLE BIT IT BETTER BE SOMETHING THAT’S PRETTY GOOD, THAT’S GOING TO GIVE THEM THE ENERGY THEY NEED TO GET THROUGH THE REST OF THE DAY AND THE NUTRIENTS THEY NEED TO FUEL THEIR BRAIN.’ REGISTERED DIETITIAN SHANNON CROCKER

that don’t include nuts or peanut butter, which are forbidden at most schools, she says. Make them on the weekend, cut them up and freeze them, then pop them into lunches. Another option is homemade mini muffins made with whole-grain flour and oatmeal. For kids who like crunch in their lunch, Crocker suggests homemade snack mix. She puts out ingredients like whole-wheat cereal squares, dried fruit, popcorn and seeds if there are no allergies. “Kids can make up their own munchie mix. The kids really enjoy it because they can tailor it to themselves and they feel like they’re having fun, but as a mom and as a dietitian you know you’re giving them something good, so you can feel good about it too.” Don’t forget a nutritious beverage. Water or milk can be poured into a reusable bottle. All provinces offer a milk program of some sort, and Crocker prefers the dairy product over many commercial packaged drinks and juices. “You’re filling your kids up with sugar water with some colouring. How do you expect them to actually then focus and pay attention in school and do well in school and have the energy to get through school?” Advance preparation on the weekend can make getting lunches ready during the week a lot easier. Chop up veggies and fruit, make dip and chicken fingers, and store them in the refrigerator. “The kids can go to the fridge with their little reusable containers and dish out their own veggies and put their own fruit in little cups and that can really help a lot for parents to take off some of that pressure. We’re all pretty busy. “Getting the kids involved not only helps you as a parent but they may be more likely to eat it as well because they’ve got a bit of vested interest in that ’I made this. I put this together. This is what I wanted in my lunch.’ “And as long as you as the parent is making sure that those choices are healthy options for them to choose from, then it’s all good.”

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Salvation Army special services: Sunday will be observed as Founder’s Day at the Salvation Army. Ten years will have passed, August 20, since General William Booth passed to his eternal reward. Whether viewed as evangelist, social reformer, missionary, writer, traveller, leader or organizer, he stands out pre-eminently as one of the world’s greatest sons, and in death, as in life, he was where he loved to be — down among the people.

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BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — Making lunches for their schoolage children seems to be the bane of most parents’ existence. But packing nutritious food that kids will eat doesn’t have to be mutually exclusive. Registered dietitian Shannon Crocker finds herself in the same boat as many parents with two young sons of her own, one of whom is a picky eater. “One of the biggest complaints that I hear from parents in the school year is the kids don’t eat their lunch,” Crocker said in an interview from Ancaster, Ont. “They don’t eat their sandwiches, they send back their fruit, and so for me it’s all about trying to come up with very simple ideas that the kids will actually eat that are still pretty good for them,” says Crocker, 44, who has been a dietitian for 18 years. She has focused for the last dozen years on school and childhood nutrition. “I’m a big proponent of making sure it’s nutrientpacked food because if they’re only going to get a chance to eat a little bit it better be something that’s pretty good, that’s going to give them the energy they need to get through the rest of the day and the nutrients they need to fuel their brain.” She recommends a snack-style lunch, made up of types of food that can be packed in small reusable, unbreakable containers. An ice pack should be included to keep foods cold. Cheese slices, whole-grain crackers and cucumber slices can be stacked or eaten separately. Other picks are whole-grain “fishy” crackers, carrots and leftover grilled chicken. Leftover homemade chicken fingers made for dinner can be taken cold for lunch. Add a tortilla or pita, some grated cheese and kids can make a wrap. Sandwiches are tricky, Crocker notes. Many schools won’t allow peanut or almond butter and not all kids like eggs or tuna. As a dietitian she doesn’t recommend many highly processed delistyle luncheon meats. Home-cooked turkey, chicken and roast beef are better choices. For variety, try different breads — whole-grain sliced bread, whole-wheat pita or a multi-grain roll. Kids may only have time to take a few bites of a whole apple, so slice it ahead of time. Pack the slices, grapes or orange segments in containers so they don’t get squashed. Kids love dips. A dip for vegetables can be as easy as some bottled salad dressing. Or whip one up on the weekend and pack it in little containers in the fridge. To team with fruit, a dip can be as simple as purchased fruit-flavoured yogurt. Or add a splash of vanilla to Greek-style yogurt with a bit of honey or brown sugar. Rather than buying chewy granola bars topped with icing or containing caramel or chocolate chips, she prefers making healthy snacks so she can control the portion sizes and ingredients. There are many recipes for easy no-bake squares

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days. They vary in the cost, where you use them and how much power they use. One other thing newer fans have a lot of the time is a filter system built in. This is a great thing to have if you have allergies. As no matter what type of fan you get they are going to move the air around and if there is dust or pollen in the area turning on the fan is going to stir all that up and move it around your home. Having a washable or changeable filter is a good option to keep in mind. Sandra Nolan is a freelance writer from Rocky Mountain House. Her column appears regularly in the Advocate. Contact her at slnolan.

We have been hearing a lot lately about the changes our province is making to the laws against impaired driving. Although the ad campaigns make us aware of the changes, it can still be unclear exactly what will be changing, and how it will impact Albertans. As of September 1, all of the changes will be in effect; some of them are already in effect as of July 1. It is important that people understand what has changed, and what will change. This article aims to provide some clarity. The criminal law has not changed. The legal limit for criminal sanctions is still .08. However, it is important to note that although the changes to Alberta’s laws do not carry criminal penalties such as jail time or a criminal record, the regulatory penalties imposed by the Province of Alberta are still quite significant. Beginning July 1, 2012 a person charged with impaired driving, or of driving with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of over .08 will have their driver’s license suspended immediately. The suspension will last until the charge is resolved — which means until the person has either gone to trial to resolve the matter, or have plead guilty. At that point the criminal law imposes further penalties and suspensions. For a person’s first charge within a 10 year period their vehicle will be seized for 3 days, and they must attend a course called “Planning Ahead,” which costs $220 through AMA. For a second and third charge within a 10 year period, a person’s vehicle will be seized for 7 days, and they must attend an “IMPACT” course, which costs $750. Planning Ahead is a one-day course, while IMPACT is a weekend live-in course. Convicted persons will also be responsible for the towing and impound costs from the seizure of their vehicle. The new laws also make it mandatory for people convicted of impaired driving or driving with a BAC of over .08 to have an alcohol-sensing device installed in their vehicle for a period of 1 year for the first conviction, 3 years for a second conviction, and 5 years for the third conviction. This device keeps the vehicle from starting if it senses a BAC over the pre-set limit. The driver must pay to have the device installed, serviced, and rented out per month. People on a Graduated Driver’s License have always been subject to license suspension if they are caught with a BAC over .00. However, it used to be a 24 hour suspension followed by a 7 day grace period, and then a 30 day suspension. Now they will be subject to an immediate 30 day suspension, and their vehicle will be seized for 7 days. They will have to pay the towing and impound charges. Beginning September 1, 2012 a peace officer can suspend a person’s license if they reasonably suspect, based on the results of their roadside screening device, that the person’s BAC is over .05. The person’s vehicle is also seized. The suspension will last 3 days for a first suspension, 15 days if it’s the person’s second suspension, and 30 days for any further suspensions. The seizure is 3 days for the first offence, and 7 for all subsequent offences. These penalties do not apply if the officer charges the person criminally with impaired driving, or driving with a BAC of over .08. Instead, the penalties mentioned above for those convicted of impaired driving will apply. The bottom line is that the province is making it more and more costly for drivers to roll the dice with drinking and driving. Make sure that you understand what the laws are in order to avoid penalties that could have catastrophic effects on your life, even if those penalties are not criminal. Legally Speaking appears regularly on Wednesdays in the Advocate. It is intended for information purposes only. Readers with a specific legal problem should consult a lawyer. It is written by members of the Red Deer law firm Duhamel Manning Feehan Warrender Glass. Call 343-0812 or go to www.reddeeraltalaw.com.

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Canada takes Challenge in OT CANADA WINS GAME FOUR, TAKES SERIES ON OVERTIME GOAL BY RYAN STROME OBBY KHAN

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Canada 4 Russia 2 HALIFAX — Ryan Strome went to a reliable move to help Canada win the CanadaRussia Challenge. Strome scored at 3:20 of overtime on Tuesday to give Canada the series victory after the Canadians won 4-2 Game 4 in regulation time. Canada needed a win in regulation time to tie the Challenge 2-2. The 4-2 victory set up a 20-minute sudden-death overtime to decide who would win the series. After some great work by Xavier Ouellet to keep the puck in the Russian zone, Strome took a pass and fired a wristshot past Russian goalie Andrei Vasilevski. “I like that pull-and-drag shot, I’ve scored a few like that before,” said Strome, a scoring star with the Ontario Hockey League’s Niagara IceDogs. “I saw a little bit of the mesh and put it on net and, luckily, it went in.” Canadian teammate Mark Scheifele, who plays for the Barrie Colts of the OHL and is a prospect with the Winnipeg Jets, has seen the move a few times. “That’s going to probably stick in my mind for a long time,” Scheifele said of Strome’s series clincher. “He’s a great player he really helped us get over that hump. He’s got an unbelievable shot and unbelievable moves.” The overtime period was set up by some clutch scoring by Portland Winterhawks forward Ty Rattie, who scored two powerplay goals less than three minutes apart.

CALGARY — Obby Khan’s CFL retirement didn’t last very long. Less than four months after calling it quits, the former Winnipeg Blue Bombers centre returned to the CFL, signing with the Calgary Stampeders on Tuesday. And former Bombers linemate Glenn January isn’t surprised. “Not really,” January said. “I think that he still felt like he could play and an opportunity opened up for him so I’m not very surprised at all.” The 31-year-old Khan announced his retirement in April after eight CFL seasons. He had spent six years with Winnipeg and reportedly hung up his cleats upon being told by the Bombers they wanted to go with more youth on their offensive line. January refused to get drawn into any speculation on whether the struggling Bombers (1-5) could use Khan’s services. “That’s not really my decision to make,” he said. “We’ve got a very good unit in that room now. We’re a young unit but we’ve shown progress over the course of the season.” January and Steve Morley are the only real CFL veterans left on the line. Khan, a sixfoot-three, 300-pound Ottawa native, played 118 games over eight CFL seasons with the Bombers and Ottawa Renegades.

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Canada’s Ryan Strome holds the Canada-Russia Challenge trophy after scoring in sudden death overtime to win the four-game junior hockey event in Halifax on Tuesday. Both teams had two victories and the series was decided in the overtime period.

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● Minor soccer tier 2 provincials: U18 boys/ girls at Edgar Park; U12 boys/girls at Morrisroe.

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● Minor soccer tier 2 provincials: U18 boys/ girls at Edgar Park; U12 boys/girls at Morrisroe.

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Toronto Blue Jays Yunel Escobar forces out Chicago White Sox Adam Dunn while turning a double play during second inning MLB action in Toronto on Tuesday.

White Sox 3 Blue Jays 2 TORONTO — The fifth inning made all the difference for the Chicago White Sox and Toronto Blue Jays. Chicago made the plays and scored three runs, while Toronto’s offence and defence both stalled as the White Sox eked out a 3-2 victory on Tuesday. After Chicago took a 3-2 lead, the Blue Jays’ Edwin Encarnacion hit a sharp ball toward third base. What looked like a line drive that would break open the game for Toronto instead landed in the glove of White Sox third baseman Kevin Youkilis who started a rallykilling double play. “As it turns out both sides of the fifth inning were the difference tonight,” said Toronto manager John Farrell. “Edwin has been taking good swings and unfortunately he hit that ball and it’s a line drive out.” What turned out to be the winning run in the fifth inning came home from third after Jays starter Henderson Alvarez threw the ball wildly to first on a pickoff attempt for his second error of the game. “That’s just one of those

that’s a gift,” said White Sox manager Robin Ventura. “We’ll take it.” It spoiled a good outing by Alvarez (7-10) who made some adjustments between to starts to enable him to keep the ball down and held the White Sox to three runs (two earned), seven hits and no walks. “He did not help his cause with that pickoff attempt but he threw the ball well,” Farrell said, Left-hander Jose Quintana (52) held the Blue Jays to two runs on eight hits and two walks over 6 2/3 innings. Addison Reed allowed one hit in 1 1/3 innings to earn his 21st save to equal the White Sox rookie record set by Salome Barojas. Toronto (55-61) went ahead 2-0 in the third. Rajai Davis led off with a double, stole third and came home on Mike McCoy’s grounder to Chicago’s shortstop Alexei Ramirez. The White Sox (63-52) then grabbed the lead with their three-run fifth. A.J. Pierzynski led off with a single, moved to second on a one-out single by Dayan Viciedo and took third on Gordon Beckham’s fly out to the warning track in right.

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NHLPA tables Domi leads Canada to win offer to league U18 IVAN HLINKA MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — As it tabled its first offer in the latest round of NHL labour talks, the NHL Players’ Association presented itself as a partner looking to help fix the league’s problems — but not one willing to bear all the burden. Flanked by superstars Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin, NHLPA executive director Donald Fehr said Tuesday the union’s offer includes a smaller percentage of revenues for players and an expanded revenue sharing program to help struggling teams. “We do believe that the proposal the players made today, once implemented, can produce a stable industry ... that can give us a chance to move beyond the recurring labour strife that has plagued the NHL the last two decades,” said Fehr. By the union’s calculations, the deal could see players give up as much as US$465 million in revenue if the league continues to grow at an average rate for the next three seasons. The proposal includes delinking the salary cap from hockey-related revenue and setting a fixed rate — increasing by two per cent for the first year, four per cent for the second and six per cent for the third. Afterwards, the players would hold an option to have the fourth year revert back to the current system, where they are entitled to receive 57 per cent of all revenues. The belief from the NHLPA is that owners would be able to pocket more profits over the first three years of the deal, some of which could be dispersed to struggling franchises in an effort to strengthen the league overall. “I like it a lot,” Crosby said of the proposal. “I think, as Don said, it’s addressing the issues that the league has. (We’re) making sure as players that we do our part to help those (struggling) teams out, but also holding the teams accountable.”

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Canada 7 Sweden 5 PIESTANY, Slovakia — Canada won again at the under-18 Ivan Hlinka Memorial hockey tournament, thanks in large part to its special teams. The Canadian squad scored three power-play goals and added another while short handed en route to a 7-5 victory over Sweden on Tuesday. Canada improved to 2-0 at the tournament after opening with a 4-1 win over Switzerland on Monday. “We had them both going well,” said Canadian team coach Todd Gill. “Our penalty kill should be darn good because we used it enough. “It’s frustrating for the kids because they’re not doing that much wrong. We took some penalties we have to control and get away from and we’re getting better. I thought we did a great job on our penalty kill and our power play got us going and you need those running at a high percentage to win this tournament.” Canada has dominated this event, having won it the last four years and 16 times overall since 1991. Max Domi, the son of former NHL tough guy Tie Domi, led the way for Canada with two goals and two assists. Nathan MacKinnon, Morgan Klimchuk, Anthony Duclair, Curtis Lazar and Sam Reinhart had the other goals. “We had to execute and that’s what we did,” Domi said of the Canadian power play. “We moved the puck quick on the power play and our penalty kill was outstanding as well. “They worked their tail off.”

Canada started quickly against Sweden, leading 2-0 on goals by MacKinnon and Klimchuk less than two minutes after the opening faceoff. The Swedes, who outshot the Canadians 41-38, rallied to make it 2-2 before Duclair countered on the power play at 16:31. Canada surged into a 5-2 lead early in the second on power-play goals by Lazar and Domi before the Swedes scored at 17:33 to make it a two-goal game. Reinhart’s short-handed goal at 1:19 of the third proved to be a big one for Canada as Sweden rallied to make it 6-5 afterwards before Domi’s goal with eight seconds remaining cemented the win for the Canadians. “The short-handed goal was huge and certainly looks big now because of what they did,” said Gill, who coaches the OHL’s Kingston Frontenacs. “Reinhart does a great job, he’s just so smart. “He’s one of the smartest players I’ve ever coached.” Canada doesn’t have time to relish the victory. The squad returns to the ice Wednesday against Slovakia, which lost 7-3 to Sweden in its tournament opener Monday, before having a day off Thursday. “Slovakia is a different team than Sweden,” Gill said. “Their game against Sweden was tough to evaluate because Slovakia plays a patient game and sits back while Sweden is so good and so fast and passes the puck so well that if you give them time they’re going to pick you apart.”

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JAYS: Had a chance Alejandro De Aza singled to score a run. Dewayne Wise singled to tie the game. Alvarez threw wildly on a pickoff throw to first base to allow De Aza to score to put Chicago into the lead. “When I’m on base, I try for any chance to get to the next base,” De Aza said. “I took a good, good jump, I read the ball very well. I didn’t think there was going to be a play.” The Blue Jays had a chance to turn the game in their favour when they loaded the bases with one out in the bottom of the fifth but Encarnacion lined into a double play as Davis strayed too far off second.

TALKS: Time to evaluate “At the end of the day, it’s going to take both (sides) to do that,” added Crosby. The current CBA expires Sept. 15 and the NHL has said there will be a lockout if a new agreement isn’t in place by then. After receiving the union’s offer, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said he hoped that the league would be able to examine it closely enough so that it could be discussed when talks resume Wednesday. “It’s clear to me that they didn’t put it together in an hour or two, and as a result we’re going to need to take a little bit of time to evaluate it,” Bettman said. The most surprising part of the union’s proposal was that it didn’t call for the removal of the hard salary cap the league won coming out of the 200405 lockout. Fehr indicated that the union decided to work with that concept because the owners felt strongly about the need to keep it. The union boss called the proposed revenue sharing plan “significantly expanded, more aggressive and more targeted” than what currently exists. It would see more than $250 million spread around each season. “In essence, when you boil it all down, what were suggesting is that the players partner with the financially stronger owners to stabilize the industry and assist the less financially strong ownership groups,” said Fehr. The proposal comes after the league laid its offer out on July 13. It called for an immediate 24 per cent decrease in player salaries — accomplished by lowering the union’s share of revenue — while introducing new contract restrictions, including a five-year cap on contracts. According to the NHLPA, its proposal doesn’t include “significant” changes to rules governing players contracts. With the Sept. 15 deadline looming, it appears the talks have started to take on more urgency. Both sides have said repeatedly that they’re anxious to avoid a lockout, especially after an entire season was lost the last time they negotiated an agreement.

WIN: Can’t let up “But we treat every team here like they’re the best in this tournament. We can’t let up on anybody, we can’t take shortcuts,” added Gill. Canada is in Group A with the Czech Republic, Finland and Slovakia. Russia, the U.S., Sweden and Switzerland make up Group B. The top two teams in each division advance to the semifinal round Friday. The two winners will square off in the tournament final Saturday.

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Canadian wheelchair athlete Josh Cassidy, who recently set a world record at the Boston Marathon in the wheelchair division, trains in Toronto in April. Cassidy will be representing Canada at the 2012 Paralympics in London, England.

Paralympians make their way to London BY GUSTAVO VIEIRA THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — As Canada’s Olympians return home, another crop of athletes is heading to London. The Canadian Paralympic team was officially named Tuesday during a send-off at Toronto’s Pearson Airport. Some 145 athletes will suit up in 15 sports for Canada, which is aiming for a top-eight finish in the medal standings. Canada finished seventh four years ago in Beijing with 50 medals, including 19 gold. But chef de mission Gaetan Tardif says with every Games, the competition gets more difficult. “Some of the very large countries that in the past never embraced Paralympics, Ukraine, Brazil, particularly preparing for Rio, they are making our competition increasingly difficult,” said Tardif. “But in a way that’s great for the Paralympic movement.” The Canadian team is a mix of veterans and rookies. “It feels very exciting and very nervous,” said judo athlete Justin Karn of Guelph, Ont. “(It’s) very stressful as I want to do very well

for Canada and for myself.” It will be the 31-year-old’s first Paralympics. The visually impaired athlete won bronze in the 60-kilogram class at the Parapan American Games last fall in Guadalajara, Mexico. Wheelchair basketball player Tracey Ferguson of Toronto will be one of the leaders of the Canadian team in London as she competes in her sixth Games. “It never gets old,” the 38-yearold Ferguson said before boarding a plane for London. “If anything it gets more exciting ... It’s a huge sense of pride.” Ferguson is looking to add to the three gold medals she won in 1992, 1996 and 2000. Other members of the team include wheelchair racers Josh Cassidy, Michelle Stilwell and Diane Roy. Cassidy won the Boston Marathon last spring while Stilwell is a triple gold medallist and Roy is a five-time medallist. Wheelchair tennis player Joel Dembe says he was inspired by Canada’s Olympians, who finished the Games on Sunday with 18 medals (one gold, five silver, 12 bronze). Dembe said he was keeping a particularly close eye on tennis

star Milos Raonic, who was eliminated in the second round of the London Games following a marathon loss to Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France. “He played probably better than people expected,” said Dembe. “And that’s what I’ve got to look at, to play beyond people’s expectation.” The Olympic tennis tournament was held at the storied Old England Club but wheelchair tennis will be played at Eton Manor in East London. Some 4,200 athletes from 160 countries will compete at the Aug. 29-Sept. 9 Games, many of them at venues that were used for the Olympics. “I just arrived from the Olympic Games yesterday,” said Bal Gosal, Canada’s minister of state for sport. “All the venues are ready.” Brock Richardson, a 19-yearold boccia player who has cerebral palsy, is hoping to improve in his 10th-place in Beijing four years ago. “I’m pumped and ready to do my second Games,” said the Toronto native. “I expect to better that result and hopefully get on the podium.”

Lozada files for divorce from Johnson BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK — Evelyn Lozada is ending her 41-day-old marriage to Chad Johnson after the football star was arrested for allegedly head-butting her over the weekend. A rep for the VH1 reality star confirmed reports that Lozada filed for divorce Tuesday. “Given the recent events that have taken place, Evelyn has decided to file for divorce and move on with her life,” Lozada’s lawyer, Michael B. Gilden, told the TV show The Insider in a statement. Johnson released his own statement — the first since his arrest — on his official website, OCNN, and reaffirmed his love for Lozada. “I am going to let the legal process run its course. I wish Evelyn nothing but the best, I have no negative words to say about her, the only thing I can say is I love her very much,” said Johnson, who was dumped by the Miami Dolphins a day after the arrest. “I will continue to be positive and stay training hard for another opportunity in the NFL. I appreciate all my fans and supporters and if I have disappointed you in any way, you have my sincerest apologies. Once again I will continue to stay positive and appreciate all the support during this tough period in my life.” The marriage imploded Saturday after an argument between the two ended with Lozada being treated at a hospital for lacerations to her head. According to Davie, Fla., police, Lozada found a receipt for condoms and confronted Johnson about it at dinner. The argument continued during their drive home, and when they arrived at their driveway, he allegedly head-butted her. In a 911 call released by authorities, a neighbour told police that there was an incident involving a “high-profile person” and is heard telling Lozada to wipe the blood from her head. Lozada is heard saying that Johnson head-butted her, and the caller says Lozada will probably need stitches. However, Johnson told police she head-butted him. Earlier Tuesday, Lozada said in a statement: “I am deeply disappointed that Chad has failed to take responsibility for his actions and made false accusations against me, it is my sincere hope that he seeks the help he needs to overcome his troubles. Domestic violence is not okay and hopefully my taking a

stand will help encourage other women to break their silence as well.” However, Lozada has been prone to violence: On the VH1 series Basketball Wives, where she gained her fame, she became infamous for attacks on other castmates. In June, she apologized for her behaviour and in a letter to her younger self posted on The Huffington Post, she blamed her penchant for fighting on violence in her own household growing up. Johnson is a six-time Pro Bowler who last season was on the New England Patriots. His July 4 wedding to Lozada — whom he courted publicly on Basketball Wives — was taped for a spinoff show called Ev & Ocho. It was due to debut Sept. 3, but VH1 shelved it after Johnson’s weekend arrest. Johnson — formerly known as Chad Ochocinco — and Lozada were prominently featured in the recent first episode of HBO’s Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Miami Dolphins. Lozada was the former fiancee of former NBA player Antoine Walker and has been one of the main stars of Basketball Wives, which also features Shaunie O’Neal, the former wife of former NBA star Shaquille O’Neal.

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Both goals came in the second period to help Canada earn a 4-2 regulation win. After winning the first game of the series that commemorates the 40th anniversary of the 1972 Summit Series, Canada lost Game 2 in Russia and then dropped Game 3 in Halifax to fall behind. Russia’s Mikhail Grigorenko said beating the Canadians two games in a row made winning Game 4 more difficult — especially since it was on Canadian ice. “I think they were just so made and they couldn’t lose today,” said the Quebec Remparts forward. Although it was an exhibition, the intensity and calibre of play indicated otherwise. “I think it was big for us,” said Strome. “We had a bitter taste in our mouth from the world juniors last year.” Canada lost to Russia 6-5 in the semifinal at last year’s tournament. “This was a little bit of redemption, but whoever’s back at Christmas time that’s where we really want to be at,” said Strome. Rattie said a pre-game pep talk from 1972 Team Canada veteran Ken Dryden and a phone call from former Canadian captain Phil Esposito helped motivate the team. Asked what Dryden said in the dressing room, Rattie said: “He said ’This is your Team Canada, just run with it.”’ In the first period, Andrei Sigarev capped off a flurry of good chances when he picked up a loose puck in his zone and rushed up ice in a 2-on-1. After almost losing control of the puck, he corralled it and slipped a soft wristshot between the legs of Canadian goalie Malcolm Subban. Canada tied it after some great pressure by the line of Strome, Jonathan Huberdeau and Lucas Lessio created a hectic goal-mouth scramble. Lessio, who plays for the OHL’s Oshawa Generals, banged home a rebound from the doorstep to tie the game 1-1. Subban made a great save sliding across to stop Russian star Nail Yakupov late in the first period to keep the game tied heading into the break. Albert Yarullin ripped a one-timer from the point through a crowd off the post and past Subban at 4:18 of the second to make it 2-1 Russia. Canada made quick work of a power-play opportunity midway through the second period. Eight seconds after Andrei Pedan went to the box for hooking, Rattie swept home a rebound off a Scheifele shot to tie it at 2-2. Canada took the lead as Rattie scored his second goal with the man advantage, this time knocking home a loose puck with a backhander. The series is a tribute to Kontinental Hockey League team Lokomotiv Yaroslavl. The club was devastated last September when a plane carrying the team crashed and killed 44 players and coaches, including former NHL defenceman Brad McCrimmon. Hockey Canada president Bob Nicholson said the series helped provide some closure for Byron McCrimmon, Brad’s dad. “What we wanted to do was go over there and show respect to those players,” Nicholson said. “Another key thing was we wanted to take Byron, Brad’s dad, with us. He went through all the sites and visited so many of the people Brad knew before the fatal accident.” Nicholson was also pleased with the crowds in Halifax. “Halifax has been very special to Hockey Canada,” he said. “It’s the only city in Canada to host world junior, women’s worlds and men’s worlds. Halifax and the area responded again.”

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New York Tampa Bay Baltimore Boston Toronto

American League East Division W L Pct GB 69 47 .595 — 63 53 .548 5 1/2 63 53 .543 6 57 60 .487 12 1/2 55 61 .474 14

Chicago Detroit Cleveland Kansas City Minnesota

Central Division W L Pct GB 63 52 .548 — 62 55 .530 2 54 63 .466 9 1/2 50 65 .435 13 50 66 .431 13 1/2

Texas Oakland Los Angeles Seattle

West Division W L 67 48 61 54 61 56 54 64

Pct GB .583 — .530 6 .517 7 1/2 .453 15

Today’s Games Detroit (Scherzer 11-6) at Minnesota (De Vries 2-3), 11:10 a.m. Tampa Bay (Hellickson 7-7) at Seattle (F.Hernandez 10-5), 1:40 p.m. Boston (A.Cook 3-5) at Baltimore (Mig.Gonzalez 4-2), 5:05 p.m. Texas (Feldman 6-7) at N.Y. Yankees (F.Garcia 6-5), 5:05 p.m. Chicago White Sox (Floyd 8-9) at Toronto (R.Romero 8-9), 5:07 p.m. Oakland (McCarthy 6-3) at Kansas City (W.Smith 3-4), 6:10 p.m. Cleveland (R.Hernandez 0-0) at L.A. Angels (E.Santana 5-10), 8:05 p.m. Thursday’s Games Texas at N.Y. Yankees, 11:05 a.m. Boston at Baltimore, 5:05 p.m. Chicago White Sox at Toronto, 5:07 p.m. Oakland at Kansas City, 6:10 p.m. Tampa Bay at L.A. Angels, 8:05 p.m. Tuesday’s Major League Linescores Texas 000 000 000 — 0 2 1 New York 000 000 30x — 3 8 0 M.Harrison, Ogando (7), Scheppers (8) and L.Martinez; Kuroda and R.Martin. W—Kuroda 11-8. L—M.Harrison 13-7. HRs—New York, Swisher (16), Teixeira (23). Boston 000 100 000 — 1 11 0 Baltimore 001 015 00x — 7 7 0 Beckett, Melancon (6), A.Bailey (8) and Lavarnway; W.Chen, O’Day (7), J.Romero (8), Lindstrom (9) and Wieters. W—W.Chen 11-7. L—Beckett 5-10. HRs— Baltimore, Quintanilla (3), Mar.Reynolds 2 (11). Chicago 000 030 000 — 3 7 0 Toronto 101 000 000 — 2 10 2 Quintana, Myers (7), Thornton (8), A.Reed (8) and Pierzynski; H.Alvarez, Loup (8), Jenkins (9) and Mathis. W—Quintana 5-2. L—H.Alvarez 7-10. Sv— A.Reed (21). Detroit 220 001 102 — 8 13 2 Minnesota 004 000 000 — 4 6 2 Fister, Valverde (9) and Laird; Duensing, Fien (7), Al.Burnett (8), Perdomo (9) and Doumit. W—Fister 7-7. L—Duensing 2-8. HRs—Detroit, Dirks (5). Minnesota, Willingham (30). Oakland 000 000 000 — 0 3 1 Kan. City 000 050 00x — 5 6 0 J.Parker, Norberto (5), Blevins (7), Scribner (8) and Kottaras; Guthrie, Collins (8), G.Holland (9) and S.Perez. W—Guthrie 2-3. L—J.Parker 7-7. Tampa Bay 200 000 000 — 2 9 1 Seattle 010 000 002 — 3 8 0 M.Moore, Jo.Peralta (8), Rodney (9) and J.Molina; Millwood, Luetge (8), Pryor (8) and Olivo. W—Pryor 2-0. L—Rodney 2-2. AMERICAN LEAGUE LEADERS BATTING—Trout, Los Angeles, .340; MiCabrera, Detroit, .326; Jeter, New York, .320; Mauer, Minnesota, .318; Revere, Minnesota, .317; Konerko, Chicago, .316; Ortiz, Boston, .316. RUNS—Trout, Los Angeles, 89; Kinsler, Texas, 82; Granderson, New York, 79; MiCabrera, Detroit, 76; AJackson, Detroit, 75; Cano, New York, 74;

AdJones, Baltimore, 73. RBI—MiCabrera, Detroit, 101; Hamilton, Texas, 99; Willingham, Minnesota, 88; Fielder, Detroit, 84; Encarnacion, Toronto, 80; AdGonzalez, Boston, 80; ADunn, Chicago, 78; Pujols, Los Angeles, 78. DOUBLES—AGordon, Kansas City, 38; AdGonzalez, Boston, 36; Brantley, Cleveland, 34; Choo, Cleveland, 34; Cano, New York, 32; Kinsler, Texas, 32; MiCabrera, Detroit, 31; Pujols, Los Angeles, 31; Span, Minnesota, 31. TRIPLES—AJackson, Detroit, 8; JWeeks, Oakland, 8; Andrus, Texas, 6; Rios, Chicago, 6; ISuzuki, New York, 6; 7 tied at 5. HOME RUNS—ADunn, Chicago, 33; Hamilton, Texas, 32; Encarnacion, Toronto, 30; Granderson, New York, 30; Willingham, Minnesota, 30; MiCabrera, Detroit, 29; Trumbo, Los Angeles, 29. STOLEN BASES—Trout, Los Angeles, 37; RDavis, Toronto, 35; Revere, Minnesota, 28; Crisp, Oakland, 25; Kipnis, Cleveland, 23; JDyson, Kansas City, 22; BUpton, Tampa Bay, 22. PITCHING—Weaver, Los Angeles, 15-2; Price, Tampa Bay, 15-4; Sale, Chicago, 14-3; MHarrison, Texas, 13-7; Vargas, Seattle, 13-8; Sabathia, New York, 12-3; Verlander, Detroit, 12-7; Darvish, Texas, 12-8. STRIKEOUTS—Verlander, Detroit, 174; Scherzer, Detroit, 168; FHernandez, Seattle, 162; Darvish, Texas, 162; Shields, Tampa Bay, 153; Price, Tampa Bay, 151; Peavy, Chicago, 144. SAVES—Rodney, Tampa Bay, 37; JiJohnson, Baltimore, 34; CPerez, Cleveland, 32; RSoriano, New York, 28; Nathan, Texas, 23; Aceves, Boston, 23; Broxton, Kansas City, 23.

Washington Atlanta New York Philadelphia Miami

National League East Division W L Pct 72 45 .621 67 49 .578 55 61 .474 54 62 .466 52 65 .444

Cincinnati Pittsburgh St. Louis Milwaukee Chicago Houston

Central Division W L Pct 70 46 .603 64 52 .552 63 53 .543 52 63 .452 45 70 .391 39 79 .331

Los Angeles San Francisco Arizona San Diego Colorado

West Division W L 64 53 64 53 58 58 52 66 43 71

GB — 5 17 18 20 1/2 GB — 6 7 17 1/2 24 1/2 32

Pct .547 .543 .500 .441 .377

GB — 1/2 5 1/2 12 1/2 19 1/2

Today’s Games Philadelphia (Halladay 6-6) at Miami (Buehrle 9-11), 10:40 a.m. Houston (B.Norris 5-9) at Chicago Cubs (Germano 1-2), 12:20 p.m. Milwaukee (M.Rogers 0-1) at Colorado (Moscoso 0-1), 1:10 p.m. Washington (Strasburg 13-5) at San Francisco (Lincecum 6-12), 1:45 p.m. L.A. Dodgers (Kershaw 10-6) at Pittsburgh (W.Rodriguez 7-11), 5:05 p.m. N.Y. Mets (Dickey 15-3) at Cincinnati (Leake 4-7), 5:10 p.m. San Diego (Volquez 7-8) at Atlanta (Maholm 10-7), 5:10 p.m. Arizona (J.Saunders 6-8) at St. Louis (Wainwright 10-10), 6:15 p.m. Thursday’s Games L.A. Dodgers at Pittsburgh, 2:05 p.m. N.Y. Mets at Cincinnati, 5:10 p.m. San Diego at Atlanta, 5:10 p.m. Philadelphia at Milwaukee,6:10 p.m. Arizona at St. Louis, 6:15 p.m. Miami at Colorado, 6:40 p.m. Tuesday’s Major League Linescores Los Angeles001 302 005 — 11 13 1 Pittsburgh 000 000 000 — 0 5 2 Billingsley, Sh.Tolleson (9) and A.Ellis; Correia, Locke (7), Qualls (9), Resop (9) and Barajas. W— Billingsley 9-9. L—Correia 9-7. Phila. Miami

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K.Kendrick, Lindblom (8), Papelbon (9) and Schneider; Jo.Johnson, M.Dunn (9), Cishek (9) and Brantly. W—K.Kendrick 5-9. L—Jo.Johnson 7-9. Sv—Papelbon (26). HRs—Philadelphia, Rollins (14). San Diego 000 000 000 — 0 5 0 Atlanta 100 011 30x — 6 10 0 Richard, Boxberger (7), Layne (8) and Jo.Baker; T.Hudson, Venters (7), Avilan (8), Kimbrel (9) and McCann. W—T.Hudson 12-4. L—Richard 9-12. HRs—Atlanta, Uggla (14), Prado (6). New York 000 000 000 — 0 6 0 Cincinnati 000 000 003 — 3 11 1 C.Young, R.Ramirez (6), Parnell (7), Rauch (8), Acosta (9), Edgin (9) and Thole; Latos, Marshall (8), Arredondo (9) and Hanigan. W—Arredondo 5-2. L— Acosta 1-3. HRs—Cincinnati, Bruce (23). Houston 103 005 100 — 10 14 0 Chicago 000 000 100 — 1 6 1 Harrell, R.Cruz (9) and C.Snyder; Volstad, L.Castillo (6), Bowden (6), Al.Cabrera (9) and W.Castillo. W—Harrell 10-8. L—Volstad 0-9. HRs—Houston, Wallace (5), F.Martinez (1), S.Moore (6). Arizona 000 000 200 — 2 7 2 St. Louis 000 201 23x — 8 9 0 I.Kennedy, Ziegler (7), Shaw (8) and M.Montero; J.Kelly, Mujica (7), Boggs (8), Salas (9) and Y.Molina, T.Cruz. W—J.Kelly 3-5. L—I.Kennedy 10-10. HRs—Arizona, M.Montero (14). St. Louis, Holliday (23), Jay (4). Milwaukee 001 010 103 — 6 13 0 Colorado 401 012 00x — 8 15 2 Wolf, Veras (6), Axford (7), M.Parra (8) and M.Maldonado; Chatwood, Roenicke (7), Mat.Reynolds (8), Belisle (8), Brothers (9), R.Betancourt (9) and W.Rosario. W—Chatwood 3-2. L—Wolf 3-9. Sv—R.Betancourt (21). HRs—Milwaukee, M.Maldonado (7). Colorado, W.Rosario (19), E.Young (3). Wash. 000 000 100 — 1 5 1 San Fran. 010 001 04x — 6 13 1 Zimmermann, Mic.Gonzalez (6), Mattheus (7), Storen (8), S.Burnett (8) and Flores; Bumgarner and Posey. W—Bumgarner 13-7. L—Zimmermann 9-7. NATIONAL LEAGUE LEADERS BATTING—McCutchen, Pittsburgh, .359; MeCabrera, San Francisco, .347; Votto, Cincinnati, .342; Posey, San Francisco, .332; DWright, New York, .323; CGonzalez, Colorado, .321; Holliday, St. Louis, .315. RUNS—MeCabrera, San Francisco, 83; Bourn, Atlanta, 81; McCutchen, Pittsburgh, 81; JUpton, Arizona, 77; CGonzalez, Colorado, 75; Holliday, St. Louis, 75; Braun, Milwaukee, 73. RBI—Beltran, St. Louis, 83; Holliday, St. Louis, 81; CGonzalez, Colorado, 78; Braun, Milwaukee, 77; Kubel, Arizona, 77; FFreeman, Atlanta, 76; LaRoche, Washington, 76; Posey, San Francisco, 76. DOUBLES—ArRamirez, Milwaukee, 39; Votto, Cincinnati, 36; DWright, New York, 35; Goldschmidt, Arizona, 34; DanMurphy, New York, 33; Alonso, San Diego, 31; Cuddyer, Colorado, 30; Prado, Atlanta, 30. TRIPLES—Fowler, Colorado, 11; MeCabrera, San Francisco, 10; Bourn, Atlanta, 9; SCastro, Chicago, 8; Reyes, Miami, 8; Colvin, Colorado, 7; DeJesus, Chicago, 7; Pagan, San Francisco, 7. HOME RUNS—Braun, Milwaukee, 29; Beltran, St. Louis, 28; Kubel, Arizona, 25; Bruce, Cincinnati, 23; Holliday, St. Louis, 23; LaRoche, Washington, 23; McCutchen, Pittsburgh, 23. STOLEN BASES—Bourn, Atlanta, 31; Bonifacio, Miami, 30; DGordon, Los Angeles, 30; Pierre, Philadelphia, 28; Reyes, Miami, 28; Stubbs, Cincinnati, 27; Victorino, Los Angeles, 27. PITCHING—Dickey, New York, 15-3; GGonzalez, Washington, 15-6; Cueto, Cincinnati, 15-6; AJBurnett, Pittsburgh, 14-4; Lynn, St. Louis, 13-5; Strasburg, Washington, 13-5; Hamels, Philadelphia, 13-6. STRIKEOUTS—Dickey, New York, 166; Strasburg, Washington, 166; Hamels, Philadelphia, 158; GGonzalez, Washington, 158; Kershaw, Los Angeles, 157; MCain, San Francisco, 148; Gallardo, Milwaukee, 145. SAVES—Hanrahan, Pittsburgh, 33; Kimbrel, Atlanta, 31; Chapman, Cincinnati, 28; Motte, St. Louis, 26; Papelbon, Philadelphia, 26; Jansen, Los Angeles, 24; SCasilla, San Francisco, 24; Clippard, Washington, 24.

Transactions Tuesday’s Sports Transactions BASEBALL MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL—Suspended L.A. Angeles pitching coach Mike Butcher one game and fined him an undisclosed amount for leaving the dugout to aggressively argue balls and strikes during Sunday’s game against Seattle. American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES—Selected the contract of LHP J.C. Romero from Norfolk (IL). Recalled RHP Steve Johnson from Norfolk. Placed LHP Troy Patton on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Aug. 13. Designated RHP Miguel Socolovich for assignment. BOSTON RED SOX—Traded C Kelly Shoppach to the N.Y. Mets for a player to be named. Activated RHP Andrew Bailey from the 60-day DL. CLEVELAND INDIANS—Placed RHP Josh Tomlin on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Aug. 13. Reinstated RHP Roberto Hernandez from the 15day DL. DETROIT TIGERS—Recalled RHP Luke Putkonen from Toledo (IL). OAKLAND ATHLETICS—Placed 3B Brandon Inge on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Aug. 12. Recalled INF Josh Donaldson from Sacramento (PCL). SEATTLE MARINERS—Placed 1B Mike Carp on the 15-day DL. Recalled 1B Justin Smoak from Tacoma (PCL). TEXAS RANGERS—Agreed to terms with C Koyie Hill on a minor league contract and assigned him to Round Rock (PCL). TORONTO BLUE JAYS—Assigned RHP Scott Richmond to Las Vegas (PCL). Agreed to terms with C Jeff Mathis on a two-year contract through 2014. National League ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS—Assigned LHP Mike Zagurski outright to Reno (PCL) and selected his contract. Placed RHP Takashi Saito on the 15day DL. Agreed to terms with 1B Matt Mangini on a minor league contract. CHICAGO CUBS—Agreed to terms with RHP Seth McClung on a minor league contract. CINCINNATI REDS—Agreed to terms with SS Johan Rodriguez on a minor league contract. MIAMI MARLINS—Transferred RHP Sandy Rosario to the 60-day DL. PITTSBURGH PIRATES—Assigned RHP Kyle Kaminska from Altoona (EL) to Bradenton (FSL).

ST. LOUIS CARDINALS—Placed LHP Brian Fuentes on the restricted list. Recalled RHP Trevor Rosenthal from Memphis (PCL). SAN DIEGO PADRES—Selected the contract of LHP Tom Layne from San Antonio (TL). Designated LHP Alex Hinshaw for assignment. Carolina League CAROLINA MUDCATS—Announced the promotion of INF Jesus Aguilar to Akron (EL). Added INF Justin Toole from Akron and OF Marcus Bradley from Lake County (MWL). American Association LINCOLN SALTDOGS—Signed LHP Tony Butler. WICHITA WINGNUTS—Signed RHP James Hoyt, INF CJ Ziegler, INF Wilson Batista and INF Jake Kahaulelio. WINNIPEG GOLDEYES—Released LHP Dan Morari. Can-Am League QUEBEC CAPITALES—Released INF Doug Toro. Frontier League EVANSVILLE OTTERS—Signed RHP Patrick Dolan, LHP Todd Hughson and C Brett Walters. Released RHP Kevin Christy and RHP Nick Montgomery. LAKE ERIE CRUSHERS—Signed RHP Jeff Neptune. SCHAUMBURG BOOMERS—Acquired 2B Chase Fontaine from San Rafael (North American) and 3B Brandon Gregorich from Gary SouthShore (AA) for players to be named. Released INF K.C. Judge. BASKETBALL CHICAGO BULLS—Named Brian Hagen assistant general manager. FOOTBALL CLEVELAND BROWNS—Claimed DT Ronnie Cameron off waivers from Chicago. Waived RB Eddie Williams. GREEN BAY PACKERS—Re-signed G T.J. Lang to a four-year contract extension through 2016. JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS—Signed CB Mike Holmes. Waived CB Jeremiah Brown. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS—Placed LB Dane Fletcher on injured reserve. Released WR Britt

Davis. NEW YORK JETS—Waived CB Devon Torrence. PITTSBURGH STEELERS—Placed RB David Johnson on injured reserve. Signed TE Justin Peelle to a one-year contract. Activated OT Max Starks from the physically-unable-to-perform list. Waived RB John Clay. SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS—Signed TE Joe Sawyer and TE Gijon Robinson. Waived G Garrett Chisolm. Canadian Football League CFL—Fined Montreal LB Rod Davis for an illegal hit on Winnipeg QB Alex Brink during their game on Aug. 3. HOCKEY NEW JERSEY DEVILS—Signed F Stefan Matteau to an entry-level contract. WINNIPEG JETS—Extended their affiliation agreement with Colorado (ECHL) for the 2012-13 season. LACROSSE COLORADO MAMMOTH—Signed D Chet Koneczny to a one-year contract. COLLEGE BIG EAST CONFERENCE—Named Mike Aresco commissioner. APPALACHIAN STATE—Named Daren Burns assistant wrestling coach. BROWN—Named Dwayne Pina and Kevin Snyder men’s assistant basketball coaches. COLLEGE OF ST. ROSE—Named Scott Warren men’s golf coach. FELICIAN—Promoted assistant trainer Brian Vogler to head trainer. Named Mick Sudol assistant trainer. LEES-MCRAE—Named Catherine Hauck women’s assistant soccer coach. NYU—Named Rita Welsh Costigan women’s assistant volleyball coach. PFEIFFER—Named Matt Adams and Steve Enright men’s assistant basketball coaches. RADFORD—Named Maggie Johnson softball coach. TEXAS A&M-CORPUS CHRISTI—Named Yaphett King men’s assistant basketball coach. WISCONSIN-MILWAUKEE—Named Tod Herskovitz men’s assistant soccer coach.

Former QB says Jets can win with Tebow, Wildcat BY DENNIS WASZAK JR. THE ASSOCIATED PRESS CORTLAND, N.Y. — Chad Pennington thinks the New York Jets, Tim Tebow and the wildcat are a perfect fit. The former NFL quarterback would certainly know. He was part of the tricky offensive scheme in Miami, when he played with the Dolphins under current Jets offensive co-ordinator Tony Sparano. “If the wildcat allows you to win and be more successful,” Pennington said. “you should be all for it as a player.” Pennington spent his first eight NFL seasons with the Jets before being released in 2008 when New York acquired Brett Favre. The former first-round pick signed with Miami and was there when Sparano dusted off the wildcat offence and took the NFL by storm. For Pennington, that was a big change after working in a conventional offence his whole career — just as current starting quarterback Mark Sanchez has. While some fans and media think the wildcat may have become ineffective as defences have caught up to it, Jets coach Rex Ryan insists it’s still difficult to prepare for. Ryan said adding an athletic quarterback such as Tebow makes it even tougher, something Pennington completely agrees with. “Well, obviously Tim adds another threat with the ability to do zone-read concepts as well as being able to throw the football, and that changes the defence’s perspective,” Pennington said. Pennington, who said he is now officially retired from playing after taking his last NFL

snap in 2010 following several shoulder operations throughout his career, worked with Jets starting quarterback Mark Sanchez in the offseason to help him learn Sparano’s offence. “From what I’ve seen from afar, and now being here, Mark is throwing the ball better than I’ve ever seen him throw,” said Pennington, who added that he’s “invested” in Sanchez after spending so much time with him. “I think he’s doing an outstanding job. I think he’s definitely gotten better in the off-season, and made a point to take it to the next level. Kudos to him for doing that because that’s a decision you have to make as a pro to listen to the criticism and do something about it. He’s certainly done that.” Pennington spoke to Sanchez after the Jets (No. 17 in the AP Pro32) traded for Tebow in March and tried to lighten the mood a bit. “I told him: ’Guess what? Look on the bright side. You don’t have to do as many interviews,”’ a smiling Pennington said. While a major story line during training camp has been whether Sanchez and Tebow will be able to co-exist, Pennington has no doubts that the two quarterbacks will be able to do so. He also doesn’t think Sanchez will have his rhythm affected — something wide receiver Santonio Holmes suggested could be the downfall of a two-quarterback system. “I think that’s selfish,” Pennington said. “If you think as a quarterback this game is solely about you, I think you’re sadly mistaken. This is the greatest team game ever invented. For a quarterback to gripe about whether he’s getting in rhythm or not ... grab the football and make a play. “That’s what it’s about.”

Durie, Tor Green, Mtl Williams, Ham Fantuz, Ham Edwards, Wpg Richardson, Mtl Getzlaf, Ssk London, Mtl Simon, BC Inman, Tor Whitaker, Mtl Stamps, Edm Harris, BC McDaniel, Cal Charles, Edm

CANADIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE WEST DIVISION W L T Pts PF B.C. 4 2 0 8 158 Edmonton 4 2 0 8 139 Saskatchewan 3 3 0 6 175 Calgary 3 3 0 6 186

PA 119 109 141 174

EAST DIVISION L T Pts PF 3 0 6 182 3 0 6 138 3 0 6 164 5 0 2 127

PA 198 151 188 199

W 3 3 3 1

Hamilton Toronto Montreal Winnipeg

38 25 32 29 30 26 24 20 22 16 31 24 31 20 14

437 433 424 414 399 391 377 376 329 309 287 283 281 275 269

11.5 17.3 13.3 14.3 13.3 15 15.7 18.8 15 19.3 9.3 11.8 9.1 13.8 19.2

C 136 143 130 150 133 90 105 85 30 24 11 11

Pct. 62.4 66.5 63.4 69.8 67.2 59.6 67.3 53.5 73.2 60 61.1 61.1

50 54 41 26 46 60 40 37 56 56 28 47 29 38 76

PASSING Thursday, Aug. 16 Hamilton at Winnipeg, 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17 Montreal at Edmonton, 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18 Toronto at Calgary, 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19 Saskatchewan at B.C., 5 p.m. CFL statistics after Week 7 SCORING Touchdowns (Ru-running; Rc-receiving; Rt-return; O-other points; P-total points): TD Ru Rc Rt O P Lewis, Cal 7 0 7 0 0 42 Walker, Ham 7 3 4 0 0 42 Sheets, Ssk 6 6 0 0 0 36 Williams, Ham 5 0 3 2 0 30 Boyd, Edm 4 2 2 0 0 24 Cornish, Cal 4 4 0 0 0 24 Dressler, Ssk 4 0 4 0 0 24 Harris, BC 4 2 2 0 0 24 Matthews, Wpg 4 0 4 0 0 24 Whitaker, Mtl 4 1 3 0 0 24 Brink, Wpg 3 3 0 0 0 18 Charles, Edm 3 2 1 0 0 18 Koch, Edm 3 0 3 0 0 18 Lavoie, Mtl 3 0 3 0 0 18 Mitchell, Cal 3 3 0 0 0 18 Owens, Tor 3 0 3 0 0 18

Calvillo, Mtl Burris, Ham Durant, Ssk Ray, Tor Lulay, BC Jyles, Edm Glenn, Cal Brink, Wpg Tate, Cal Pierce, Wpg Joseph, Edm Elliott, Wpg

McCallum, BC Whyte, Mtl Shaw, Edm Paredes, Cal Milo, Ssk Palardy, Wpg Congi, Ham Prefontaine, Tor Waters, Tor DeAngelis, Ssk

FG 14 14 14 12 11 13 8 10 7 2

S 1 0 1 0 4 0 1 1 1 0

P 59 58 56 54 53 48 46 36 27 8

A 17 17 16 16 15 14 13 9 9 2

M 14 11 14 14 10 13 12 8 7 2

L 45 50 49 45 47 46 46 43 50 25

FIELD GOALS McCallum, BC Milo, Ssk Whyte, Mtl Shaw, Edm Prefontaine, Tor Palardy, Wpg Paredes, Cal Congi, Ham Waters, Tor DeAngelis, Ssk CONVERTS Congi, Ham Paredes, Cal McCallum, BC Milo, Ssk Whyte, Mtl Shaw, Edm Palardy, Wpg Prefontaine, Tor Waters, Tor DeAngelis, Ssk

A 21 18 16 16 16 13 9 5 5 2

M 21 18 16 16 16 13 9 5 5 2

RUSHING Boyd, Edm Sheets, Ssk Walker, Ham Harris, BC Charles, Edm Cornish, Cal Whitaker, Mtl Simpson, Wpg Lulay, BC Durant, Ssk Burris, Ham Brink, Wpg Jyles, Edm Coker, Cal Brown, BC

C 82 83 75 60 84 72 71 36 31 16 17 19 13 16 12

Y 447 440 435 411 400 369 366 229 225 146 140 116 81 67 56

Avg. 5.5 5.3 5.8 6.9 4.8 5.1 5.2 6.4 7.3 9.1 8.2 6.1 6.2 4.2 4.7

L 30 48 89 61 21 28 25 33 43 27 23 17 13 13 12

No 40 43 35 29

Yds. 513 484 465 457

Avg. 12.8 11.3 13.3 15.8

L 52 28 52 72

RECEIVING Dressler, Ssk Lewis, Cal Owens, Tor Matthews, Wpg

Yds 2001 1807 1765 1757 1636 1275 1249 1043 363 327 196 193

TD Eff 13 105 16 110 8 96 8 93 10 99 4 87 7 96 5 69 2 96 1 74 2 112 1 93

National Football League preseason AMERICAN CONFERENCE East W L T New England 1 0 0 Buffalo 0 1 0 Miami 0 1 0 N.Y. Jets 0 1 0

Pct 1.000 .000 .000 .000

PF 7 6 7 6

PA 6 7 20 17

Houston Indianapolis Jacksonville Tennessee

W 1 1 1 0

South L T Pct 0 0 1.000 0 0 1.000 0 0 1.000 1 0 .000

PF 26 38 32 17

PA 13 3 31 27

Baltimore Cincinnati Cleveland Pittsburgh

W 1 1 1 0

North L T Pct 0 0 1.000 0 0 1.000 0 0 1.000 1 0 .000

PF 31 17 19 23

PA 17 6 17 24

Denver Kansas City San Diego Oakland

W 1 1 1 0

West L T 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0

Pct 1.000 1.000 1.000 .000

PF 31 27 21 0

PA 3 17 13 3

NATIONAL CONFERENCE East W L T Philadelphia 1 0 0 Washington 1 0 0 Dallas 1 0 0 N.Y. Giants 0 1 0

Pct 1.000 1.000 1.000 .000

PF 24 7 3 31

PA 23 6 0 32

Tampa Bay New Orleans Atlanta Carolina

W 1 1 0 0

South L T Pct 0 0 1.000 1 0 .500 1 0 .000 1 0 .000

PF 20 23 17 13

PA 7 17 31 26

Chicago Detroit Green Bay Minnesota

W 0 0 0 0

North L T 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0

Pct .000 .000 .000 .000

PF 3 17 13 6

PA 31 19 21 17

San Francisco Seattle St. Louis Arizona

W 1 1 0 0

West L T 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 0

Pct 1.000 1.000 .000 .000

PF 17 27 3 27

PA 6 17 38 44

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Thursday, Aug. 16 Cleveland at Green Bay, 6 p.m. Cincinnati at Atlanta, 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17 Tennessee at Tampa Bay, 5:30 p.m. Buffalo at Minnesota, 6 p.m. Jacksonville at New Orleans, 6 p.m. Detroit at Baltimore, 6 p.m. Miami at Carolina, 6 p.m. Oakland at Arizona, 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18 N.Y. Giants at N.Y. Jets, 5 p.m. San Francisco at Houston, 6 p.m. Kansas City at St. Louis, 6 p.m. Washington at Chicago, 6 p.m. Dallas at San Diego, 7 p.m. Seattle at Denver, 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19 Indianapolis at Pittsburgh, 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 20 Philadelphia at New England, 6 p.m.

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Raonic moves on in Cincinnati TENNIS BY THE CANADIAN PRESS CINCINNATI, Ohio — Canadian Milos Raonic hammered a dozen aces to open the Western & Southern Open on Tuesday with a defeat of Richard Gasquet 7-6 (4), 6-3. Gasquet, who made the finals of the Rogers Cup in Toronto on Sunday, was unable to maintain any momentum against Raonic’s attack. “I was hoping to play a little bit better last week,” said Raonic, referring to his early exit from the Rogers Cup. “Coming here I’m playing better. I still have a long ways to go, but I feel like I’m on the right track. “I just need to do a few things better, and I think I will be setting myself on the right course.” Raonic, from Thornhill, Ont., will next face former Australian Open finalist Marcos Baghdatis, who beat Alejandro Falla of Colombia 6-4, 6-3. Raonic saved all four of the break points he faced in the 90-minute win on Tuesday, a day after reaching his career-high No. 19 ranking which assures him a solid ranking when the US Open begins Aug. 27. “I need to create a little bit with my serve,” said Raonic. “I was able to get ahead (Tuesday), but I wasn’t picking up enough free points. I wasn’t hitting the spots exactly.” Raonic will try to improve his record to 2-0 over Baghdatis, whom he beat indoors in Stockholm last October in a first round. The Canadian said he need to exploit his game more if he is to make a breakthrough into the ATP top 10 and beyond. “There is always a window (of opportunity). I have seen openings in let’s say the window, but I have sort of just been like sliding it open slowly,” said Raonic. “I just need to sort of kick through and go for it and just try to make the most of it. I think there will be opportunities. “Lately it’s been pretty predictable within the top three and top four. It’s tennis, it’s sport, you never know.”

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Boyd embraces new start in Edmonton BY THE CANADIAN PRESS EDMONTON — Cory Boyd has come to terms with his stunning departure from the Toronto Argonauts and is prepared to bring plenty of “peace, love and joy,” to his new CFL home. Boyd met with Edmonton reporters Tuesday for the first time since agreeing to terms with the Eskimos late Sunday night. That move came hours after the Argos’ shocking decision to release Boyd, twice a 1,000-yard runner with the club and the league’s rushing leader this season who was on pace for more than 1,300 yards. Boyd, 27, says while he still doesn’t understand the move he’s OK with it, sort of. Boyd is fine with comments made by some former teammates and the speculation surrounding why he was let go, which has ranged from missed blocking assignments on the field to Boyd having personal issues in the dressing room. “I’m a guy who stays to myself, I’m a loner and I guess that rubbed people the wrong way when they wanted to go do things, hang out,” Boyd said. “I like to stay to myself and work on football. It’s OK, people are going to say things. “I’m always open and very blunt and I think that ruffled the feathers of some people. But I’m very respectful, I just expect that when people say certain things to me, we can all be on the same page with peace, love and joy.” Boyd’s harshest critic has been Rob Murphy, the recently retired former Argos offensive lineman who called Boyd a “fraud,” on his Twitter account. “He’s a soft-hearted guy who tries to make himself hard,” Boyd said of Murphy. “I read on Twitter he said I was a fraud. I’m not a fraud. “I have a past. Everybody knows my past, I’m not going to hide from my past and it was a shocker to him because he knows I’m a Christian man and I think that ruffled his feathers because he once prided himself on being whatever he prided himself on being. When he found out I wasn’t as holy in my past he wanted to hold it against me. It’s OK, everybody has their opinions.” On Sunday, Toronto head coach Scott Milanovich said while Boyd was a great runner there was more to playing tailback than just running the football. With the Argos’ offensive attack firmly centred around veteran quarterback Ricky Ray — one of the most accurate passers in CFL history — questions had surfaced about Boyd’s blocking ability. But Boyd suggested he had become the scapegoat for Toronto’s other problems. “As a running back you’re asked to pick up a lot of slack when your line is not performing as much as they’re supposed to,” he said. “I had five guys in front of me busting their tails, doing the best they can do . . . and a lot of time they wanted me to pick up protection from other guys and I was able to do that. “Somebody had to take the fall when things don’t go right. It’s easy for me to be put under the bus on that one but I have no bad feelings. I know I’m a

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Calgary Stampeders linebacker Juwan Simpson (back) tackles Toronto Argonauts running back Cory Boyd (3) during CFL action in Toronto, July 7. CFL rushing leader Cory Boyd was released by the Toronto Argonauts but promptly picked up by the Edmonton Eskimos on Sunday. great back, I know I can block, I know I can catch, I feel like I’m one of the best all-around backs in this league. Whatever I lack I’m just going to have to keep working harder and that’s all I’m going to say.” Boyd certainly has a lot of ground to make up considering Edmonton hosts the Montreal Alouettes on Friday night, but he’s expecting to be ready. Boyd joined the Argos in 2010 and surpassed the 1,000-yard rushing plateau in each of the last two seasons. Through six games, he had run for a CFLhigh 447 yards on 82 carries with two touchdowns. He joins an Edmonton team that has been reduced to just two healthy running backs but one is Hugh Charles, who trails Boyd by just 47 rushing yards and isn’t about to give up his starting job. “We’re very pleased with Hugh Charles,” said head coach Kavis Reed. “He’s done a phenomenal job. “I spoke with Hugh about it (Sunday) before it was consummated, and he endorsed it 100 per cent.” Boyd is fine with being the backup so long as he

gets the chance to play. “My thing is always that the cream rises to the top,” he said. “I’m not coming to try to be the premiere back. I’m just going to work my tail off, as I always have and always will. “If it’s a quarter they put me out there, if it’s just selected plays, I always say if you put the ball in my hands I’m going to make plays, that’s what God has created me to do, make plays.” Boyd said in his initial meeting with Reed and Eskimos GM Eric Tillman, both men told him to “just be a humble guy. The locker room is full of peace, love and joy and that’s something I pride myself on.” Boyd not only should provide security at tailback, but give Edmonton a potent ground game that has been sporadic, at best. “Just my being here is going to help this team get better,” Boyd predicted. “I bring in a lot of peace, love and joy into this organization, which they already have.”

Baseball attendance up as race Mets get catcher from Red Sox for extra wild card heats up BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS The extra playoff spot in Major League Baseball this season has thickened the races, with several teams well within October’s reach despite taking mediocre records into the stretch run. That’s having an impact in the seats — as has some good weather, signs of life in the economy and other factors. MLB-wide attendance is up again, about 4 per cent from 2011. “There are more teams that have a shot, so it’s given teams a lot of hope,” said Lou DePaoli, chief marketing officer for the Pittsburgh Pirates. MLB’s eight best season attendance totals have all come in the last eight years, and this one is on pace to keep that run going. The major league average of 31,516 through Monday was up 4.3 per cent from 2011’s final average of 30,229, according to STATS LLC, but remains below the prerecession highs of 32,785 in 2007 and 32,528 the following year. The average usually declines in September, after schools are back in session. The defending World Series champion St. Louis Cardinals have been selling an average of 3,383 more tickets per game from last year, even after losing megastar Albert Pujols. They’re on track to hit the 3 million mark for the 14th time in the last 15 seasons. Though the Royals are sputtering, having the All-Star game in Kansas City sparked sales a bit. They’re up 3,204 per game. “I think that shows how the economy is rebounding,” said Mike Swanson, vice-president of

communications and broadcasting. He also pointed to the team’s young core of Billy Butler, Alex Gordon and Mike Moustakas that’s helped create interest. The National League-leading Cincinnati Reds got a preseason bump from new contracts for stars Joey Votto, Brandon Phillips and Sean Marshall and the trade for Mat Latos, and they’re up 1,296 per game. Their average of 29,192 tickets sold per game is on pace to beat the Great American Ball Park record from the stadium’s opening in 2003. The Detroit Tigers shelled out for prize free agent Prince Fielder and are filling 7,328 more seats per game than last year. The Boston Red Sox have a sellout streak at Fenway Park that started on May 15, 2003, despite another disappointing season on the field — though sellout numbers can be deceiving to the eye at the ballpark because what counts are tickets sold, not people through the turnstiles. After setting a franchise attendance record last season, the twotime defending American League champion Texas Rangers have topped themselves again by averaging 43,607 per game, an increase of 6,848, more than 18 per cent. Several long-struggling clubs have enjoyed a renaissance, too. The Washington Nationals have been drawing 6,728 more than last year’s pace. The Baltimore Orioles are up, too, by 3,780. The Pirates are selling 1,483 more tickets per game, announcing their 13th sellout crowd on Saturday. The team record of 19 when PNC Park opened in 2001 is in sight, as is their first post-season appearance in 20 years.

“When I started to have to wait to get food in the fifth inning of a weekday game, I knew things were changing,” said fan Dave Jenkins, who saw the Pirates lose 5-4 to the Dodgers on Monday night. Pittsburgh’s strong start in 2011 — even with a late fade — helped them move more season tickets for 2012, and their success this spring was captivating enough to keep the customers coming. “I think people were kind of just waiting to see if they were for real. It’s been a long time, you know,” said Natalie Johnson, another fan at the park on Monday. “I don’t know if it’s the wild card or anything, at least not here. I think people just like that the Pirates are good again.” Some of the MLB-wide jump doesn’t pertain to winning, though. A new ballpark opened in Miami, where despite an underperforming team the Marlins are selling 10,614 more tickets per game this year than last season in cavernous, football-centric Sun Life Stadium. The weather has been warmer and drier in the Great Lakes and Eastern Seaboard states, where unfriendly weather helped keep crowds smaller in the spring of 2011. MLB tallied 51 rainouts last season, the most since 1997. The game has also enjoyed almost two decades of labour peace since the devastating 1994 player strike, while collective bargaining clashes have hit the NFL, NBA and NHL in the last 15 months. Then there are the ways teams have tried to keep fans coming despite a down economy shaping a give-me-a-good-deal-or-else customer attitude.

NEW YORK — Catcher Kelly Shoppach was acquired Tuesday by the New York Mets from the Boston Red Sox for a player to be named following a waiver claim. The 32-year-old Shoppach is hitting .250 with five homers, 12 doubles and 17 RBIs in 48 games this year. He was signed by Boston as a free agent last December after spending the previous two season with Tampa Bay. The Mets wanted the right-handed batter for his power against left-handed pitchers, manager Terry Collins said. According to baseball-reference.com, Shoppach has just 492 at-bats against left-handed pitchers in his career, but he has hit 31 home runs. He has 33 homers in 936 career at-bats against righties. “He’s going to catch against left-handers,” Collins said. “One of the reasons we got him is the damage he can do against left-handers.” Josh Thole, hitting .260 with one home run and 18 RBIs, was benched twice during the weekend series against Atlanta in favour of Rob Johnson. Even though Shoppach and Johnson both bat right-handed, the Mets are pondering a possible platoon situation next year, Collins said. “We’ll take a look at him the last six weeks and see how he fits,” the manager said. “This guy will add power to the lineup, which will help.” Boston manager Bobby Valentine said simply, “Kelly was claimed by the Mets. He was having a nice season for us and now he will finish with the Mets.” Ryan Lavarnway started at catcher for the Red Sox on Tuesday night against the Orioles. “Kelly was a great teammate,” Lavarnway said. “I tried to learn from him what I could while he was here. Now it’s time for me to step up and take the reins. Coming to the park expecting to play on a regular basis will be nice.” In another move, the Red Sox activated righthander reliever Andrew Bailey from the 60-day disabled list. Bailey has been sidelined the entire season after undergoing surgery on his right thumb. Valentine said Bailey, a closer with Oakland in each of the three previous seasons, would initially be used late in games but not necessarily in the ninth inning. Boston began play Tuesday in fourth place in the AL East with a 57-59 record.

Hart looking for good performance as World Cup qualifiers loom BY THE CANADIAN PRESS SUNRISE, Fla. — In the unpredictable world of international soccer, Stephen Hart knows it’s always good to have a solid backup plan. The Canadian men’s soccer coach said he’s using Wednesday’s upcoming friendly against Trinidad and Tobago to see if any players catch his eye before two crucial World Cup qualifiers against Panama next month. While Hart says his roster for the qualifiers is pretty much set, he needs a Plan B in case he needs to replace a projected starter due to injury or poor form. “I know the squad I would like (against Panama) — let’s put it that way,” Hart said after his team’s final training session before Wednesday’s game. “But there are too many outside factors for me to be thinking about that at the moment.

“I think (the friendly is) an opportunity for those players who didn’t get in the recent international games to get into the squad.” Canada, second place in its World Cup qualifying group, is looking to build on a road win over Cuba and a draw with Honduras in June. A top-two finish will move Canada onto the final round qualifying. Panama currently sits first in the group. Two good results in the next qualifiers would propel Canada to top spot, while two losses could prove fatal. The squad that’s been assembled in Florida is made up largely of North American-based players. Foreignbased players like Simeon Jackson, Olivier Occean and Atiba Hutchinson have remained with their clubs as most of the biggest leagues in Europe are about to open new seasons. That has opened the door for veter-

an midfielders Terry Dunfield (Toronto FC) and Patrice Bernier (Montreal Impact), who were left off the roster in June, as well as some members of the under-23 team that came within one game of qualifying for the London Olympics before losing out to eventual gold medallist Mexico. “I was in the stands for the Honduras game and I was one of the fans yelling ’come on boys just stick it away’ but we had three or four good chances,” Dunfield said of the 0-0 draw with Honduras. “The boys did fantastic last month and if anything were a little bit unlucky not to come away with the six points.” Forward Lucas Cavallini turned a few heads in the Olympic qualifying tournament. When Canada pulled off a 2-0 win over the favoured United States in Nashville, Cavallini, currently based

in Uruguay, scored Canada’s second goal of the night. Given Canada’s continuing struggles putting away chances, a fresh face on offence could be worth a look. “The key thing for me as a striker is to score and if you keep scoring and keep scoring then they keep calling,” said the 19-year-old Cavallini. “For me that’s the main objective.” Hart was the assistant coach for Canada in Olympic qualifying and was impressed with what he saw in Cavallini. He says the young striker could possibly find his way into the lineup against Panama if he looks sharp against Trinidad and Tobago, ranked one spot behind No. 79 Canada by FIFA. “If a young man comes in and gets a run and has a good performance it will boost his confidence and it might just sway the selection,” Hart said.

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A parade on Saturday and Sunday will showcase about 50 antique tractors at Sunnybrook Farm Museum in Red Deer. At noon each day, the tractors will follow a half-hour route from Sunnybrook Farm, travelling west of Molly Banister Drive beside Bower Place Shopping Centre, north on Gaetz Avenue east and finally onto 30th Street before returning to the museum. After the parade, an antique tractor pull competition and other activities are planned for the rest of the day at the farm museum.

LEGION PIPE BAND RECRUITING Red Deer Legion Pipe Band is actively recruiting experienced musicians and novices from Central Alberta. Anyone with piping or drumming experience, or those who would like to learn, are asked to call 403-782-7183. The pipe band is in a reorganizational stage right now, so this is a good time to check the band out. Practices are held at the legion on 2810 Bremner Avenue in Red Deer, 7 p.m. on Tuesdays. New members will start in September.

PARKINSON SUPERWALK Registration forms are now available for Red Deer and Area Parkinson Superwalk and Family Picnic on Saturday, Sept. 8. The fundraiser kicks off at the Golden Circle at 4620 47A Ave. Registration gets underway at 9 a.m., walk or run at 10:30 a.m. Prizes will be drawn, plus an indoor picnic will run. For information, call Marilynne or Linda at 403-346-4463, email at mherron@ parkinsonalberta.ca or go online at www. parkinsonsuperwalk. ca. Registration can be done in person or online.

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Get ready to Rumble PROCEEDS GO TO YOUNG ADULT CANCER CANADA AND TO THE BOXING CLUB BY CRYSTAL RHYNO ADVOCATE STAFF Want to take a punch or two for charity? The Red Deer and District Boxing Club is looking for white collar male and female boxers to get in the ring and put up their dukes for Rumble in Red Deer 4. The annual event features inexperienced male and female boxers who will train with the club for three months to get in shape, then make their boxing debut on Nov. 16 at the Harvest Centre at Westerner Park. The first half of the boxing card will feature white collar bouts and the remainder will feature competitive boxers from Red Deer. Proceeds from the event go to Young Adult Cancer Canada and to the operations of the boxing club. Colin Acheson, coach/official with the Red Deer and District Boxing Club, said they are recruiting business men or women or celebrities, hence “white collar” on the boxing card. “It’s very entertaining for people,” said Acheson. “The white collar is very different from the other side. It’s a lot more fun and more entertaining when you get a couple of guys in there that aren’t quite as skilled as the competitive boxers.” Training got underway on Monday night at the boxing club. Acheson said interested boxers are invited to check out the club while the training

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Cam O’Connell, left, and Sleeman Usmanee work out with speed gloves at the Red Deer Boxing Club Monday: the club’s Rumble in Red Deer will pit celebrity boxers against each other in a fundraiser. is underway over the next 12 weeks. The next training night is Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the club (4916 Ross St.). “We put them in the gym for 12 weeks,” said Acheson. “We get them fit and teach them the basics of boxing. Then we put them in front of a big dinner crowd.” Acheson said there has been a lot of interest from men in the

Museum society launches history exhibit fundraiser BY LAURA TESTER ADVOCATE STAFF One hundred donations of $2,013 each are being sought to help bring a new permanent history exhibit to life in 2013 at Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery. The museum society officially launched the Centennial Club campaign on Tuesday. It seeks $201,300 to go towards the $1.5-million exhibit opening next March during Red Deer’s centennial year. Museum executive director Lorna Johnson said the amount is a “reasonable ask” from the community. The Centennial Club funds will help the museum raise $400,000 for the project. The museum society has raised about $100,000 already. The City of Red Deer committed $1 million. It’s hoped that corporate sponsors, events and government grants will provide the remaining dollars.

Each contributor of $2,013 will receive a tax receipt and have their name acknowledged on a donor wall in the permanent exhibition. “We have more than 200 names (on the donor wall in the entrance) from those who contributed to the building of this building,” said Johnson. As well, contributors will receive a special invitation to the Centennial Club’s opening reception, and enjoy a “sneak peek” tour of the exhibition prior to public opening. Johnson also unveiled the campaign image of a cream barrel donated in 1979 to the museum. Beginning in 1912, Thomas Kirton used the barrel to collect cream from local farmers and then it was delivered to the Red Deer Creamery. Jack Olson, grandson of Kirton, and his wife Gayle attended the campaign launch where the cream barrel was put on display.

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city but they’d like to see more women on the card. The bouts follow the Olympic boxing rules, and fighters are matched according to weight, gender, age and boxing experience. “Even though we may get 30 people in the gym to start with, some of them, due to work commitments, won’t be able to compete,” said Acheson. “Then if we can’t match them

up properly, we have bit of a problem.” New boxers must be registered with Boxing Canada ($100). There’s also a $75 gym fee for white collar boxers until the end of the year. Details are still being sorted out on ticket prices. For more information, call 403-877-4391. crhyno@reddeeradvocate.com

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Housing support needed for discharged psychiatric patients BY JESSICA JONES ADVOCATE STAFF The need for supported housing for those who are discharged from psychiatric facilities is still an issue in the province, says Alberta’s Mental Health Patient Advocate, Fay Orr. Orr was in Red Deer on Tuesday to visit patients at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre and to speak to the Central Alberta Community Legal Clinic about mental health patient advocacy and the role of the Alberta Mental Health Patient Advocate Office, headquartered in Edmonton. “The biggest gap in the sys-

tem is what happens to someone when they are discharged,” Orr said. “There needs to be more services to help them stay on their medication so that they don’t end up going to back into the hospital.” But progress is being made, Orr added. She said last September, Alberta Health Services and the government put out an addiction and mental health strategy called Creating Connections that attempts to identify the gaps in the system and suggests ways of addressing them.

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Work ‘booms along’ on Hwy 12 connector BY PAUL COWLEY ADVOCATE STAFF Drivers on Hwy 2 may have noticed what looks like a small army of construction equipment on the west side north of Blackfalds. All that activity is related to the construction of a new service road connecting Hwy 12 to the Aspelund Road to the north along Range Road 27-3. “We’re booming right along,” said Phil Lodermeier, Lacombe County’s director of operations. “There’s a massive amount of equipment that was moved in there.” About a dozen scrapers were at work recently on the new gravel road, which is a $1.6-million project.

Both county equipment and heavy machinery from Pidherney’s Trucking, which won an $875,000 contract for the job, are at work on the road. The roughly five-km stretch of gravel road was needed because Alberta Transportation is closing a pair of access points to the highway as part of a long-running program to eliminate level crossings and direct traffic to interchanges. One of the routes being eliminated was a side road that led to the Grumpy’s Restaurant, which was torn down a few years ago. The move meant building a service road to give a handful of county residents access to their homes. Lodermeier said Alberta Transportation planned to build a new route to the homes from one direction. But the county offered to build the other

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road so the site could be reached from both directions. “It just seemed to fit to complete the local infrastructure and give access to the land and to the residences along there in both directions.” The road may also prove useful if that stretch of Hwy 2 frontage is developed in the future. To make way for the new route, a house must be moved. That is expected to happen soon. The owner is building a new home nearby. Later this fall, the Duckett Road access, which leads to the Nursery Golf Course, will be closed off at the highway. Lodermeier said it’s hoped the road will be finished by the end of the month. pcowley@reddeeradvocate.com

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PROGRESS: Being recognized “A lot of it is the matter of funding to implement some of these things, but the good news is at least it is recognized,” she said. Staff from the Alberta Mental Health Patient Advocate Office, which is independent of Alberta Health Services — visit 18 of Alberta’s designated mental health facilities at least twice a year and act as mediators between patients Fay Orr and their care providers. The office attempts to answer questions and informally investigates patient concerns or complaints. Last year, the office opened 748 new patient files, including 18 from Red Deer hospital and 54 from Centennial Centre in Ponoka. “We provide information, tell them about their rights and sometimes patients will ask if we could talk to their doctor for them,” Orr said. While the Alberta Mental Health Patient Advocate Office is independent of AHS, it reports directly to Health and Wellness Minister Fred Horne in order to offer a perspective on patient rights and to comment on

MUSEUM: Barrel The museum society decided the barrel was a good way to illustrate the campaign. For one thing, cream rises to the top, which shows how the money will help bring the fundraising goal to the top. Plus, the barrel symbolizes the determination of people like Kirton. “When my mother was cleaning up the (old farmhouse belonging to the Kirtons), this was part of the junk that was ready to go,” said Olson. “Gayle had my mother donate the barrel, along with some other stuff, to the museum.” The project’s total cost includes design, construction, installation, administration and promotion. The former permanent exhibit was around for 30 years before it was taken down a couple of years ago.

Those over the age of 18 who are interested in becoming a council member can complete an application through the AHS website before Sept. 5. Additional information is available at www.albertahealthservices.ca/hac. asp or by calling 1-877-275-8830.

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BRIEFS Free skateboard program on Saturday

Nominations for consumer champion awards

A mobile skateboard park will be installed at the Bower Place Shopping Centre parking lot for a free learn to skateboard program on Saturday that is already fully booked. The West 49 LRN2SK8 Tour presented by Disney XD is here for its second tour. It offers an introduction to skateboarding and instruction to beginner skateboarders, ages five to 15. Online registration was offered earlier and additional sessions were added by the tour. The program is designed to help youth develop their confidence and skateboard skills and provides participants with a legitimate skateboard experience in a supervised and safe area. The course components include rails, ledges, ramps and flat bars. The program offers mock-classroom lessons where trick description and the history of skateboarding will be reviewed; Build-a-Board Workshop learning how to install bearings and apply grip tape; and small group lessons aiding in individual progression execution and analysis will be taught with skate-educated seasoned riders providing the lessons. There are three sessions: 9:30 to 11 a.m., 12:30 to 2 p.m. and 3 to 4:30 p.m. Waivers must be signed on site by a legal guardian. The classes will end with a graduation ceremony and each skateboarder will receive a certificate for participating and completing the program. Helmets are mandatory. Helmets and skateboards will be available for use during the programs.

Nominations are now being sought for this year’s Alberta Consumer Champion Awards. The awards recognize Albertans committed to helping foster a fair and balanced Alberta marketplace by teaching and empowering consumers. A new “media category” has been set up for those who have done stories related to consumer issues. In addition to the media award category, awards of Merit and Distinction may be presented in the categories of: Non-profit Organizations, Businesses, and Industry/Trade Associations. There’s also the Minister’s Award given to individuals which have made a major long-term contribution to consumer protection and awareness in the province. The Youth Consumer Poster Competition is also on hand for youth aged 15 to 18. Participants are invited to create an original poster and finish a research questionnaire about consumer rights and responsibilities. Participants will choose a topic from list at www.servicealberta.ca or www.facebook.com/youthconsumerchampions. All submissions must be received by Service Alberta’s Consumer Services Branch office by Nov. 30. For more information, go online at www.servicealberta.ca or phone 3100000 (toll-free) and then 1-780-427-5210.

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Red Deer Museum executive director Lorna Johnson announces the launch of a fundraising project at the museum on Tuesday. The new permanent history exhibition will consist of four separate themes — Unique Settlement History, Community Spirit, Innovators and Leaders, and Our Red Deer. The museum society will soon finalize drawings from the design team. The audio-visual component will be next on tap, followed by the building of displays that will get underway this

fall. Museum staff is just finalizing the list of artifacts. A number of exhibition projects are underway. Red Deer College motion picture arts students will interview more than 50 newcomers to Red Deer. Their stories will be profiled in the Our Red Deer area. ltester@reddeeradvocate.com

done last year. But last-minute land negotiations and the wet spring that tied up county work crews caused delays and the project was put off until this year. A pedestrian bridge over the Blindman River and two km of trails were completed south of Blackfalds in 2010 as the first leg of the project. In 2009, a similar bridge over the Battle River was finished as part of the longer term plan to build a 70-km link between Penhold and Ponoka.

wooded area of the Grandview neighbourhood. Police allege that he and two adults abducted and assaulted a man who was subsequently dumped in a wooded area outside of the city. An arrest warrant has also been issued for Mark Belisle, 31, who was to have appeared before the court on Tuesday to answer numerous charges of possession of property acquired through crime, both over and under $5,000 in value.

Warrants issued Arrest warrants have been issued for two accused men who failed to make their court appearances in Red Deer provincial court on Tuesday. Jason Fraser, 38, was to make his first appearance on charges of kidnapping and uttering death threats in relation to an alleged retaliation attack in Red Deer on July 12. Red Deer City RCMP allege that Fraser was one of three suspects who abducted and then assaulted a 44-yearold man suspected of attacking a teenaged boy the day before. The 16-year-old boy was found, bound and gagged with duct tape, in a

New robbery charges New charges have been laid against a man already in custody after being arrested and charged in connection with an armed robbery of a Red Deer convenience store. Robert Richards, 30, was arrested late in July in connection with a robbery at the Express 24 store on Howarth Street on July 29. New charges read in Red Deer provincial court on Tuesday allege that Richards armed himself with an axe and robbed the same store on July 10. Richards remains in custody at Red Deer Remand Centre awaiting his next court appearance on Aug. 22.

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Trail work on schedule Work on a walking trail from Blackfalds to Lacombe is on schedule for a fall completion. Phil Lodermeier, Lacombe County’s director of operations, said a pair of boardwalks at Lacombe Lake and near the Canada Agriculture Research Centre are nearly done and construction of the connecting trail began last week. “We’re hoping by the end of August we’ll have the trail constructed,” he said. “We have a tender out for the paving of it that closes next week. “We’re hoping by the end of September it’s built and paved.” Lodermeier predicts visitors will like what they see. “I think it’s spectacular in some areas. It will be great for anybody who wants exercise or to see nature.” The six-km link is a $700,000 project. It was hoped that the trail could be

Central Albertans looking to have a voice about the province’s healthcare system can become members of the David Thompson Health Advisory Council. The council, which represents the area that includes Red Deer, Drayton Valley, Rocky Mountain House, Coronation and Drumheller, develops partnerships between communities and Alberta Health Services (AHS). AHS executive director for community engagement Keith Donaghy said the David Thompson Health Advisory Council is one of 12 heath advisory councils across the province that requires volunteers to serve a threeyear term. The council needs one member, with the possibility that seven more spots will need to be filled at the end of the year when terms come up for renewal. “We really look for people who are very interested in health care for whatever reason. They are people who have had positive experiences and negative experiences with health care and they might be concerned about any aspect of health care,” Donaghy said. Responsibilities inDuties include arranging financing for vehicle clude corresponding purchasers and the sale of insurance products, between AHS and the extended warranties and vehicle appearance public and providing protection products. Business office experience feedback on what is working and suggesting preferred, but will train the right candidate. areas of improvement Lucrative compensation plan based on salary and that focus on services in Central Alberta. commission, excellent work environment and The council meets six benefits. Only high performance candidates need times annually at the apply. Red Deer Regional HosPlease send your resume to: pital Centre. The council is chaired doug@reddeer.toyota.ca by Bruce Buruma, whose Fax: 403.346.4975 term expires on Dec. 31.

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mental health policies and procedures. Another part of the office’s work is its ability to refer people to other services if it is determined that patients are out of its jurisdiction. “We would encourage people if they are interacting with the mental health system, if they are a patient or a family member, to give our office a call. If they have any questions or concerns, we will do our best to help them,” Orr said. For more information, visit www. mhpa.ab.ca. The Alberta Mental Health Patient Advocate Office can be contacted by calling 1-780-422-1812 or by emailing info@MHPA.ab.ca. jjones@reddeeradvocate.com

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More home sales expected IF PROJECTIONS ARE ACCURATE, WOULD REPRESENT AN 11 PER CENT JUMP OVER 2011

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BY ADVOCATE STAFF Stronger-than-expected activity in the local housing market has prompted Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. to inflate its forecast for this year and next. In its third-quarter housing market outlook, released on Tuesday, the national housing agency boosted its projection of the number of home sales to be processed through the Multiple Listing Service in Central Alberta this year to 4,100. That’s up from the 3,900 deals it was anticipating just a few months ago, and if accurate, would represent an 11 per cent jump over the 3,689 MLS sales recorded in the region last year. During the first half of 2012, MLS sales in Central Alberta were nearly 20 per cent ahead of last year’s pace. For 2013, CMHC is now forecasting that there will be 4,200 resales, as compared with the 3,985 it was calling for in its second-quarter housing market outlook.

CMHC is projecting increased MLS sales throughout Alberta. It explained in its outlook that employment and income growth should give aspiring homebuyers the means to act. Higher monthly carrying costs may slow demand in 2013, noted the Crown corporation, but this should be countered by continued job creation and new household formation. As for resale prices, CMHC expects the MLS average in Central Alberta to reach $275,000 this year. That would mark a 5.3 per cent increase over the 2011 average of $261,258. For 2013, the figure is expected to be $282,000. During the January-to-June period of this year, the average local price was five per cent higher than it was for the same six months of 2011. CMHC said in its outlook that balanced market conditions should result in price growth in Alberta equal to 2.5 per cent in 2012 and nearly three per cent in 2013. CMHC is also bullish about Red Deer’s residential construction industry. Its lat-

est forecast projects that there will be 625 housing starts this year, up nearly 13 per cent from the 555 starts last year. In June, CMHC was forecasting 605 starts. The agency expects starts on single-detached houses to hit 325, up from 295 in 2011, while starts on units in multi-family projects should reach 300, a jump from last year’s total of 260. During the first six months of 2012, housing starts in Red Deer jumped 38 per cent over the tally for the same period the preceding year. Most of the increase reflected activity on multi-family projects, with construction starts on such units more than doubling from 2011 to 2012. For 2013, CMHC is forecasting 640 housing starts in Red Deer: 335 single-detached and 305 multi-family. It said in its forecast that economic growth and job creation are fueling demand for new housing across the province.

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SCHLUMBERGER CONSTRUCTION

Debt pulling Europe’s economy down

Correction A story in Saturday’s business section headlined Resale home sales slow contained incorrect information. Last month, 158 residential sales in Red Deer were processed through the Multiple Listing Service, down from June and May but five per cent higher than in July 2011. In the outlying region, there were 311 home sales in July — up over May and June and a 49 per cent improvement over the same month in 2011. The average selling price in Red Deer last month was $307,628 and outside the city it was $288,668. The association processed 1,115 MLS sales in Red Deer and 1,578 in the surrounding area from January to July, up 15 per cent and 20 per cent respectively from the same period in 2011. It processed 230 new listings in Red Deer in July, down 19 per cent from the previous year, and 469 outside the city, down six per cent. For the year to date, residential listings are down five per cent in Red Deer and two per cent in the rest of the region.

Americans spend more at retail stores Americans increased their retail spending in July by the most in five months, opening their wallets after a frugal spring and offering hope that the slumping economy may rebound in the second half of the year. Retail spending rose in every major category, from electronics and sporting goods to furniture, building supplies and garden equipment. The report from the government followed one earlier this month that showed hiring strengthened in July. Overall retail sales rose 0.8 per cent from June to July, the Commerce Department said. It was the sharpest increase since February, and it followed three months of declines. The stepped-up spending was evident in a flurry of retail earnings reports.

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A Pidherney’s Construction worker measures excavations for the new Schlumberger Ltd. pressure pumping base being developed in McKenzie Industrial Business Park south of Red Deer. A development permit issued by Red Deer County valued the project at $30 million and listed a workshop, a truck wash, a bulk plant and lab, a fuel island and a truck staging area as among the facilities planned. The project, which is being built on a 44-acre parcel, is expected to be completed by next June.

Harper and Merkel to talk trade BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — Expect German Chancellor Angela Merkel to steer clear of enthusiastic endorsements of Canada’s free trade pact with the European Union when she meets Prime Minister Stephen Harper this week, say German officials. That’s because the negotiations for the coveted deal are about to enter a final, contentious round, and the cautious, calculating German leader is not about to risk compromising progress with ill-timed public pronouncements. “I think Angela Merkel would be wise not to make ... any direct statements,” said a senior German official, speaking on condition of anonymity. “She’s always prepared. She’s a physicist. She’s always very careful.” Make no mistake, Germany wants Canada to strike a deal — one Canada estimates could boost its economy by $12 billion annually — with its wealthy 27-country trading bloc. “We are very much interested in having success. We are in sort of an endgame,” the German offi-

cial said. “Our interest is big.” Harper wants a deal struck by the end of the year. He said this week that the EU trade talks were progressing well, and he made it clear that it will be a topic of discussion when he hosts Merkel for two days starting Wednesday night. Obstacles to a final text remain — on agriculture, intellectual property and pharmaceutical patents. The other irritant that hovers over Merkel’s visit is Canada’s refusal to contribute to a global bailout package through the International Monetary Fund. But both leaders share the view that austerity — not more government spending — is essential to the recovery of the world economy. “There are a few little things and maybe a few elephants in the room like the contribution or noncontribution of the Canadian side to the IMF funds for Europe, but these are not crisis problems,” said the German official. “If it comes up it will not a discussion point that consumes too much time.” Harper’s chief spokesman Andrew MacDougall said Canada’s

position has not changed, and the Germans know that. “It’s certainly clear what Canada’s position is on that: Europe has the resources to deal with its problems there,” said MacDougall. Harper and Merkel meet regularly at world events and have grown to genuinely like and respect each other, officials say. The German chancellor’s private dinner Wednesday night at the prime minister’s Harrington Lake retreat in Gatineau, Que. will undoubtedly cement that relationship further. That rare event will be followed by a more formal meeting Thursday morning in Harper’s Parliament Hill office, with a full military honour guard welcome. It will be Merkel’s first bilateral visit to Canada, one that the German side sees as long overdue. She visited Canada two years ago for the G8 and G20 summits in Toronto and Ontario’s Muskoka region. Since then, the political landscape has shifted dramatically, leaving both Merkel and Harper as the two ranking leaders in the G8.

LONDON — Europe is edging closer to recession, dragged down by the crippling debt problems of the 17 countries that use the euro, official figures showed Tuesday. Eurostat, Europe’s statistics agency, revealed that the economies of both the eurozone and the European Union, which has 27 countries, shrank by a quarterly rate of 0.2 per cent in the second quarter of the year. In the first quarter, output for both regions was flat. A recession is officially defined as two straight quarters of falling output. Europe’s debt woes have been blamed for the sharp deterioration in the global economic outlook over the last few months. The region is the U.S.’s largest export customer and any fall-off in demand will hit order books — as well as President Barack Obama’s election prospects. The 17-country eurozone is grappling with sky-high debt levels and record unemployment of 11.2 per cent. Compared with the second quarter of last year, the eurozone’s economy is 0.4 per cent smaller. The region’s economy would have slipped into recession had it not been for better-than-expected GDP figures from its two leading economies, Germany and France. Germany, Europe’s biggest economy, posted quarterly growth of 0.3 per cent, better than the 0.2 per cent uptick forecast. France also beat expectations of a small contraction in its output to record no change in its economy for the second quarter.

Applied Personal Finance 101: An open book test This week the Advocate introduces Easy Money, a personal finance column written by Patrick O’Meara, an instructor at Red Deer College’s Donald School of Business. O’Meara has an MBA in finance and accounting, is a certified financial planner, and prior to teaching worked for Mastercard, Royal Bank, CIBC and Deloitte LLP. He’s written two finance-related books and is working on a third. Easy Money will appear in the Advocate’s business section on the first and third Wednesday of each month. ✬ ✬ ✬ It is that time of year when students head back to college, and for many this will be their first year of college. Here are a few tips for saving during your first year away from home. To begin, if you have not already done so, contact your student funding and awards office to see if you qualify for any

grants, bursaries or scholarships. Even a small grant of $500 can keep student loans to a minimum. Next, take your lunch to school. The students in the diploma in financial services program at the Donald School of Business will tell you that five dollars a day not spent can pile up into a nice little emergency fund of $750. This fund could come in handy in the spring, PATRICK when you are transiO’MEARA tioning from school into summer work. College comes with a lot of stresses. Avoid these stresses by keeping on top of homework and assignments.

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When you are stressed don’t shop away the stress. The store may tell you it is a good deal, but remember, it’s only a bargain if you need it! Buy what you need, and make sure to ask if your student card qualifies you for a discount. Saving $10 is equivalent to earning $11.75, if you are in the 15 per cent tax bracket. Earning $10 means that after taxes you only have $8.50. Speaking of earning money, a part-time job is a great way to keep student loans to a minimum. More importantly, if the job is related to your field of study, it is a great way to break into your career. As a student, you will have a low income. Combined with deductions that you can claim, you will more than likely qualify for a refund. So file your tax return early so you get your refund back as soon as possible. Then put it aside as part of that emergency fund.

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Diversified and Industrials Agrium Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . 95.93 ATCO Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . 75.59 BCE Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44.99 Bombardier . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.62 Brookfield . . . . . . . . . . . . 34.57 Cdn. National Railway . . 90.15 Cdn. Pacific Railway. . . . 83.65 Cdn. Satellite . . . . . . . . . . 4.00 Cdn. Utilities . . . . . . . . . . 69.90 Capital Power Corp . . . . 22.95 Cervus Equipment Corp 20.50 Dow Chemical . . . . . . . . 29.68 Enbridge Inc. . . . . . . . . . 39.35 Finning Intl. Inc. . . . . . . . 24.40 Fortis Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 33.86 General Motors Co. . . . . 20.21 Parkland Fuel Corp. . . . . 16.31 Research in Motion. . . . . . 7.48 SNC Lavalin Group. . . . . 37.26 Stantec Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 31.84 Telus Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . 64.60 Transalta Corp.. . . . . . . . 15.87 Transcanada. . . . . . . . . . 45.29 Consumer Brick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.02 Canadian Tire . . . . . . . . . 68.93 Gamehost . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.65 Loblaw Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . 34.08 Maple Leaf Foods. . . . . . 10.93 Rona Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.86 Shoppers . . . . . . . . . . . . 42.25 Tim Hortons . . . . . . . . . . 50.60 Wal-Mart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74.01 WestJet Airlines . . . . . . . 16.65 Mining Barrick Gold . . . . . . . . . . 33.88 Cameco Corp. . . . . . . . . 20.38 First Quantum Minerals . 19.03 Goldcorp Inc. . . . . . . . . . 36.48 Hudbay Minerals. . . . . . . . 8.52 Inmet Corp.. . . . . . . . . . . 42.70 Kinross Gold Corp. . . . . . . 7.95 Potash Corp.. . . . . . . . . . 42.90 Sherritt Intl. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.58 Teck Resources . . . . . . . 28.62

Energy Arc Energy . . . . . . . . . . . 23.10 Badger Daylighting Ltd. . 26.25 Baker Hughes. . . . . . . . . 47.31 Bonavista . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.91 Bonterra Energy . . . . . . . 46.86 Cdn. Nat. Res. . . . . . . . . 30.66 Cdn. Oil Sands Ltd. . . . . 21.19 Canyon Services Group. 11.09 Cenovous Energy Inc. . . 32.31 CWC Well Services . . . . . 0.68 Encana Corp. . . . . . . . . . 22.37 Essential Energy. . . . . . . . 2.24 Exxon Mobil . . . . . . . . . . 88.20 Halliburton Co. . . . . . . . . 34.85 High Arctic . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.59 Husky Energy . . . . . . . . . 26.82 Imperial Oil . . . . . . . . . . . 45.59 IROC Services . . . . . . . . . 2.35 Nexen Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.43 Pengrowth Energy . . . . . . 6.93 Penn West Energy . . . . . 14.25 Pinecrest Energy Inc. . . . . 1.86 Precision Drilling Corp . . . 8.58 Pure Energy . . . . . . . . . . . 7.55 Suncor Energy . . . . . . . . 31.57 Talisman Energy . . . . . . . 13.14 Trican Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . 12.71 Trinidad Energy . . . . . . . . 6.65 Vermilion Energy . . . . . . 45.96 Financials Bank of Montreal . . . . . . 57.12 Bank of N.S. . . . . . . . . . . 52.01 CIBC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74.53 Cdn. Western . . . . . . . . . 26.34 Carefusion . . . . . . . . . . . 26.69 Great West Life. . . . . . . . 21.86 IGM Financial . . . . . . . . . 37.08 Intact Financial Corp. . . . 61.28 Manulife Corp. . . . . . . . . 11.36 National Bank . . . . . . . . . 74.41 Rifco Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05 Royal Bank . . . . . . . . . . . 51.98 Sun Life Fin. Inc.. . . . . . . 22.53 TD Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79.28

MARKETS CLOSE TORONTO — The Toronto stock market racked up a slight advance Tuesday, helped along by rising energy stocks as oil prices got a boost from surging U.S. retail sales, while Germany posted stronger-than-expected growth in the second quarter. The S&P/TSX composite index gained 15.28 points to 11,853.61, while the TSX Venture Exchange dipped 0.36 of a point to 1,197.01. The Canadian dollar was up 0.06 of a cent to 100.82 cents US. U.S. markets lost momentum late in the session even as the Commerce Department reported that retail sales rose 0.8 per cent in July, the largest increase since February. Economists had expected a gain of 0.3 per cent. The Dow Jones industrials added 2.71 points to 13,172.14, the Nasdaq composite index dropped 5.54 points to 3,016.98 and the S&P 500 index slipped 0.18 of a point to 1,403.93. Germany, Europe’s biggest economy, posted 0.3 per cent growth in the second quarter, beating expectations of a 0.2 per cent increase, though slowing from the first quarter’s 0.5 per cent growth. But at the same time, another report showed that the chronic debt problems of the 17-country eurozone monetary union are pushing Europe closer to recession. Eurostat, the European Union’s statistics agency, said that the economies of both the eurozone and the wider 27-country EU shrank by a quarterly rate of 0.2 per cent in the second quarter. In the first quarter, output for both regions was flat. A recession is officially defined as two straight quarters of falling output. Spain, Portugal, Cyprus and Greece are already mired in recession. “Certainly the macroeconomic news has been less negative,” said Paul Vaillancourt, chief investment officer at Canadian Wealth Management in Calgary. “But clearly we’re seeing a global growth slowdown and the data that comes in is mixed. Europe will regrettably fall into recession if it’s not already there.” On a brighter note, Vaillancourt thinks Canada and the U.S. are still “pretty good places to invest and even if we’re seeing an earnings growth slowdown, balance sheets are in great shape in Canada and the U.S. and you have debt/equity ratios at five-year lows.” The worsening debt crisis has dimmed the prospects for an economic recovery in the rest of the world. Markets have found traction recently after the ECB promised last month to do “whatever it takes” to keep the monetary union intact. Financials led TSX advances, up 0.64 per cent with Manulife Financial (TSX:MFC) ahead 13 cents to $11.36 while Royal Bank (TSX:RY) ran up $1.08 to $51.98. The TSX energy sector was up 0.44 per cent as the positive economic data helped push the September crude contract on the New York Mercantile Exchange 70 cents higher to US$93.43 a barrel. Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) was ahead 51 cents to C$30.66 and Imperial Oil (TSX:IMO) climbed 31 cents to $45.59. The base metals sector was the weakest group, falling more than three per cent while metal prices stabilized after two days of declines in the wake of surprising drops in Chinese exports and Japanese economic growth. The September copper contract on the Nymex edged up about half a cent to US$3.36 a pound. First Quantum Minerals (TSX:FM) gave back $1.03 to $19.03 and Teck Resources (TSX:TCK.B) fell 96 cents to $28.62. The tech sector was also lower, reflecting a 6.7 per cent drop at Research In Motion Ltd. (TSX:RIM) to $7.48. The gold sector dipped about 1.1 per cent as December bullion shed early gains and fell $10.20 to US$1,602.40 an ounce. Centerra Gold (TSX:CMG) faded 37 cents to C$6.81 while Iamgold Corp. (TSX:IMG) climbed 15 cents to $11.33. On the corporate front, a show-

down could be brewing between fertilizer giant Agrium (TSX:AGU) (NYSE:AGU) and a U.S. hedge fund, which has accumulated a significant minority stake in the Calgary-based company. Its shares rose 40 cents to $95.93. Agrium says it has carefully evaluated and rejected the idea of spinning off its retail division, saying shareholders would face too much risk. Agrium made the statement after the Wall Street Journal reported U.S. hedge fund Jana Partners had purchased nearly five per cent of Agrium’s stock in a move to push the fertilizer giant to cut costs and sell its retail arm. Shares in SouthGobi Resources Ltd. (TSX:SGQ) tumbled 22.7 per cent to $2.86 on the TSX. The plunge came a day after its CEO said he believes Chinese company Chalco will pull its offer for a controlling stake in the miner as it faces a crackdown on foreign investment by the government in Mongolia, where its operations are based. In the U.S., Home Depot’s net income rose 13 per cent in its fiscal second quarter to US$1.53 billion, or $1.01 per share. The results topped the 97 cents per share expected by analysts polled by FactSet. Revenue climbed to $20.57 billion from $20.23 billion, up two per cent. Wall Street expected higher revenue of $20.74 billion but its shares climbed 3.58 per cent to US$54.71. Groupon plummeted 27 per cent to US$5.51. The online coupon company’s stock had earlier fallen to an all-time low of US$5.46 after its sales growth fell short of expectations partly due to worsening conditions in Europe.

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TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE TORONTO — The TSX Venture Exchange closed on Tuesday at 1,197.01, down 0.36 point. The volume was 124.78 million shares. ICE FUTURES CANADA WINNIPEG — Closing prices: Canola: Nov.’12 $8.50 lower $601.80; Jan ’13 $8.10 lower $606.80; March ’13 $6.80 lower $608.90; May ’13 $5.10 lower $606.80; July ’13 $2.50 lower $604.30; Nov. ’13 $2.50 lower $544.40; Jan. ’14 $2.50 lower $543.70; March ’14 $2.50 lower $543.70; May ’14 $2.50 lower $543.70; July ’14 $2.50 lower $543.70; Nov. ’14 $2.50 lower $543.70. Barley (Western): Oct. ’12 unchanged $264.50; Dec. ’12 unchanged $269.50; March ’13 unchanged $272.50; May ’13 unchanged $273.50; July ’13 unchanged $274.00; Oct. ’13 unchanged $274.00; Dec ’13 unchanged $274.00; March ’14 unchanged $274.00; May ’14 unchanged $274.00; July ’14 unchanged $274.00; Oct. ’14 unchanged $274.00. Tuesday’s estimated volume of trade: 273,500 tonnes of canola; 0 tonnes of barley (Western Barley) Total: 273,500.

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Record Q2 for IROC Its net income from continuing operations was just $145,000 for the three months ended June 30, but that was enough to produce a record second quarter for IROC Energy Services Corp. (TSXV: ISC). The oilfield services company, which is headquartered in Red Deer, reported on Tuesday that this year’s April-to-June quarter was the first in IROC’s lengthy history that produced a profit during the traditionally slow spring break-up period. Last year, the company posted a net loss of $331,000 in the second quarter. IROC’s total revenue for the quarter was $16.7 million, up 43 per cent from the $11.7 million generated during the same period in 2011. The company said in a release that the improved numbers reflect an increase in its operating assets. Its drilling and production services segment, which is made up of Eagle Well Servicing and Helix Coil Services, had more service rigs and coil tubing units than a year earlier; and its rental services segment, which consists of Aero Rental Services, had expanded its inventory of rental equipment.

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Do not pay for someone else to do your tax return. A student’s tax return is simple, and a great way to learn about personal finance. If you make a mistake, the government will let you know when it reviews your submission. You learn something while saving yourself at least $30. I don’t think any of your instructors will pay you to learn! You will be offered access to credit cards, which can help you to establish credit history. That is the upside. Now the downside. If you do not pay them off at the end of each month, you will pay interest at rates as high as 28 per cent. So establish credit history shrewdly. If you apply for credit, keep your limit to no more than 10 per cent of what you earned during the summer. For example, if you earned $5,000, then your credit limit should a maximum of $500. Do not rent-to-own. It would be cool to have a big screen TV for the game, but when you consider that those 24 “easy” payments of $99.99 a month cost you 72.50 per cent interest, it better be a really good game. Go Flames! Do not take out a payday loan. The only one getting a payday is the lender. An $800 payday loan over 45 days, assuming fees and interest of $3 per $100 borrowed, costs over 24 per cent. By the Rule of 72, that means the lender is tripling their money. Finally, enjoy college. You are investing in your future. Remember, a person with a college-level education has an average unemployment rate of

just 5.3 per cent, compared to a high school graduate’s average unemployment rate of approximately nine per cent. That is a return on investment worth working for! Easy Money is written by Patrick O’Meara, an instructor at Red Deer College’s Donald School of Business. He can be contacted at Patrick.O’Meara@rdc. ab.ca.

HOMES: Values up Existing home owners will see the value of their property rise, which in turn will help with move-up buying, said CMHC. Improved balance in the resale market is encouraging more buyers to look to the new home market. CMHC expects multi-family starts in Alberta to increase by 35 per cent in 2012, but added that developers will then likely slow production to guard against a rapid increase in inventory. The agency is less optimistic when it comes to housing markets in other regions of the country. While it isn’t calling for a major decline, its third quarter outlook suggests that 2013 will be softer than it was estimating in June; however, 2012 may be somewhat stronger than previously expected. CMHC said housing starts and home sales have been strong in 2012 — particularly when it comes to multipledwelling units such as condos and apartments — but these will soften moderately in the coming months into 2013. “Balanced market conditions in most local housing markets will result in a slowing in house price growth as well,” said Mathieu Laberge, CMHC’s deputy chief economist. With files from The Canadian Press.

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Gamehost reports strong quarter Gamehost Inc. Inc. (TSX:GH) has reported another strong quarter, with year-over-year revenue and profit up for the three months ended June 30. The Red Deer-based company, which operates casinos and hotels in Alberta, announced on Tuesday that it generated $19.1 million in operating revenue during its second quarter — a 2.7 per cent improvement over the $18.6 million posted during the same period last year. But its profit and comprehensive income for the quarter was $7.2 million, up 59 per cent from $4.5 million a year earlier, which translated to basic earnings per share of 31.3 cents, up from 19.8 cents. Gamehost’s holdings include the Boomtown Casino in Fort McMurray; the Great Northern Casino, Service Plus Inns & Suites and a strip mall in Grande Prairie; and a 91 per cent interest in Calgary’s Deerfoot Inn & Casino Inc.

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Teachers are increasingly facing obstacles with regards to time and funding. Many must preside over large classes and are responsible for outfitting their classrooms with certain supplies. This presents ideal opportunities for parents to step up and pitch in.

Volunteering in your child’s classroom is a good way for you to help his or her teacher and get a firsthand account of what your child is doing in class. You may be asked to prepare and package homework assignments or put together materials for craft projects. Some teachers welcome parents who come in to read books to the class or even give spelling tests.

the school -- such as fundraisers or field-day activities. Volunteer your time with the setup of teacher-appreciation lunches and bake sales, serve as a tour guide for the school when new parents are invited, build sets or make costumes for a school play, or take pictures of events and create a collage to be put on display in the school.

Parent-teacher associations or organizations are often instrumental in helping a school to run smoothly. They are the people behind fundraisers and special activities outside of the classroom. The PTA is also privy to information on upcoming events before the rest of the school community. Attending monthly meetings can keep you up to speed on the goings-on at your child’s school. It will also ensure your voice is heard with regards to school policy. Showing your face at meetings will also give you the opportunity to meet other parents.

Some schools can benefit from the specialized skills of parents. Ask if you can come in and talk about your job or hobby and demonstrate it to the class. Individuals who have technology skills can volunteer to install computer software or to run networking throughout the school. If you have a background in print layout, find out if you can help design and publish the school newsletter or yearbooks. Anytime a parent volunteers his or her time, that means less funding has to go to hiring an outside vendor for the job, saving the school money it sorely needs. Being involved in your child’s school sets a positive example for your kids and provides their school with some much-needed assistance.

Not every parent can serve on the PTA or be present in the daily activities of the classroom. However, you can show your support by attending special events hosted by

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(MS) Research indicates that children whose parents get involved with their education are more likely to earn better grades and less likely to have behavior problems in the classroom. The concept of parents working in conjunction with schools is nothing new. A 1987 study by Paul G. Fehrmann and colleagues documented the importance of parental involvement on their child’s grades. Published in the Journal of Education Research, the study found that when parents stayed directly involved in their child’s studies throughout high school, the child’s grades improved. There are many different reasons for parents to get involved with their child’s school and the community. Helping their children succeed is just one of them. The choice is just how to go about connecting with the school. Here are a few ideas.

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(MS) Back-to-school k-to-school season is on the horizon, and many students and parents are either loving or loathing the idea of starting a new school year. For some, a party to commemorate the new school year and the end of summer is customary. Hosting a fun event for the soon-to-be students is one way to make the most of vacation time.

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Maybe the theme is rulers and text-books, ABCs, or science, and it can run through the decorations used, the games played, the food served, and many other aspects of the event. Consider a science experiment inspired volcano cake that is oozing strawberry jam.

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Some students experience educational backsliding during summer vacation. That is why many schools have summer reading lists that educators feel promote lesson reinforcement for the coming school year. With this in mind, plan activities around concepts children learned in school. Think about math problem relay races, art projects, reading a story and reenacting it in a play form, or science experiments using solar energy.

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Encourage guests to bring sleeping bags and favorite books to a campout under the stars. Most of the time can be spent reading while breaks can be devoted to exercising, making campout snacks or telling campfire stories.

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spending a good deal of time on a school bus once the new school year commences, tie into those jaunts to school by renting the services of a game bus or truck. Some vendors will park their vehicles in front of the house for an hour or more, allowing children to climb inside and enjoy themselves on play equipment or compete in video game competitions inside specialized gaming trucks.

Spending time seaside can be educational and enjoyable at the same time. Enlist

the help of a few chaperones and set up an area on the beach where kids can play and explore the wonders of nature around them. Pack picnic-type snacks or ask attendees to bring items themselves.

First-time students may be anxious about what to expect during their first days of school. Having friends who are slightly older accompany younger kids to school to give a tour and show them the ropes make the experience less frightening. Afterward, meet at a pizzeria to enjoy some slices and soda.

Of course, some kids want to commemorate the end of summer vacation by enjoying the pool one last time. Have a classic pool party and barbecue in the yard for everyone to enjoy.

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New students must bring their last year’s achievement records with attendance, birth certificate and baptismal certificate (if applicable). Timetable Changes & New Registrations Wednesday, August 22 – school office opens, appointments for new registrations may be made Friday, August 24 – Grade 12 Timetable Changes & new registrations Monday, August 27 – Grade 11 Timetable Changes & new registrations Tuesday, August 28 – Grade 10 Timetable Changes & new registrations

Biology 20, 30 / Chemistry 20,30 English 10-1, 10-2, 20-1, 20-2, 30-1, 30-2 Math 10-C, 10-3, 20-1, 20-2, 20-3, 30-1, 30-2, 30-3 Physics 20, 30 / Science 10, 14, 20, 24, 30 Social Studies 10-1, 10-2, 20-1, 20-2, 30-1, 30-2 Tourism / Calm (3 Credits) COST: for students 19 yrs. of age or FREE younger as of September 1, 2012 $20 Book Deposit required at time of Registration. $600 for students 20 yrs. of age or older as of September 1, 2012, plus Books.

FIRST DAY OF CLASSES Tuesday, September 4– Grade 10 Orientation Day – only Grade 10 students attend Wednesday, September 4 – school pictures with Lifetouch – Grade 10’s Thursday, September 5 – Grade 10 – 12 classes commence at 8:55 a.m. – Day 1 Thursday, September 5 – school pictures with Lifetouch – Grade 11, 12

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Join the school of Excellence Academic HHHS consistently ranks above provincial average on diploma & provincial exams. We offer a full Advanced Placement program. Students are able to earn college credits while in high school in Chinese, English, World History, Art, Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, & Psychology.

Sports Excellence

“The Sports Excellence Program at HHHS was key in helping me achieve my athletic goals, while providing the support and Àexibility to maintain my academics goals as well. I trained, often away from home, and still completed my schooling. The Àexibility in timetabling and the support of teachers helped me keep up with my courses and meet my personal expectations. Any elite level athlete in Central Alberta should consider being in this program” - Marni Stokoe, Biathlete, HHHS graduate.

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Art & Achitectural Design, Animation, Foods, Business Technology, Construction, Cosmetology, Leadership Robotics, Digital Arts, R.A.P. Fabrication, Finance, Opportunities & Clubs * Leadership Executive / Class * Graphic Arts, Photography, Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) * Student Ambassador * Medical Studies, Motion Media, is an apprenticeship program for high * Drama Improv Team * Video, Sports Medicine, school students who learn the skills of a * SWAT (Students with a Testimony) * Marketing Management, trade while earning high school credits. * Culture Club * School Reach * Sports & Athletic Development Enviro Club Robotics Diversity Club * * * 73573H15

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Moms and Dads will enjoy not having to pay name-brand prices. A consignment store with significant inventory might sell anything from blue jeans and T-shirts to sneakers, shoes and jackets. * Swap clothes with other families. Clothing swaps between families have grown increasingly popular as more and more parents look to save money on rising clothing costs for their kids. Typically, families will swap clothes, including jackets, if their kids are similar in age and one youngster has outgrown his or her clothes. If you can’t find a family to swap with, visit your local community center or church to see if it has a clothing swap program. * Shop discount stores. If the local consignment store has already been raided, consider a discount store. These stores typically sell items at heavily discounted prices and often have similar inventories to mall department stores.

RegistraƟon and Back-to-School InformaƟon RegistraƟon begins on Wednesday, August 22 at the school. Our schools are well recognized for their academic excellence. They are publicly funded and welcome children of all faiths desiring a Catholic education! With a gospel view of life, students are called to grow spiritually, academically, socially, and physically. ESL (English as a Second Language) support is offered in all our schools.

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CATHOLIC SCHOOLS IN SYLVAN LAKE, INNISFAIL, OLDS AND ROCKY MOUNTAIN HOUSE Our Lady of the Rosary School - Pre-K to Grade 2 English & French Immersion 4520 Ryder’s Ridge Boulevard, Sylvan Lake 403.343.2568 École Mother Teresa School - Grade 3 to 9 English & French Immersion 79 Old Boomer Road, Sylvan Lake 403.887.6371 St. Marguerite Bourgeoys School - Pre-K to Grade 9 Half Day & All Day/Everyday Kindergarten 4453 - 51 Avenue, Innisfail 403.227.2123 St. MaƩhew School - Pre-K to Grade 8 5735 - 58 Street, Rocky Mountain House 403.845.2836 St. Dominic Catholic High School - Grade 9 -12 5502 - 50 Street, Rocky Mountain House 403.845.5313 Holy Trinity Catholic School - Pre-K to Grade 8 Half Day & All Day/Everyday Kindergarten 6610 -57 Street, Olds 403.556.9444

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS ARE DIFFERENT To Įnd out why Catholic educaƟon is an excellent choice for your child, call the school principal or the Division oĸce at 403-343-1055. You may also visit us at 5210-61 Street in Red Deer or at MyCatholicSchool.ca FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL Classes start on Tuesday, September 4, with the excepƟons of St. Patrick’s Community School (Year-Round Program starts on August 7) and Grade 11 & 12 students at École Secondaire Notre Dame High School start on Wednesday, September 5. TRANSPORTATION School bus service or city transit bus passes are provided to students who qualify for a transportaƟon grant. For students who don’t qualify for a transportaƟon grant, the bus fee is $30 per month per student to a maximum of $60 per month per family. For more informaƟon, please call the TransportaƟon Department at 403-309-8801. Students riding school buses will be contacted prior to start of school.

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Response will see where friend stands Dear Annie: I am no longer speaking to my best friend of more than 20 years. I thought “Katie” and I were friends for life. She is even godmother to my daughter. Two years ago, we invited Katie and her husband to my 50th birthday party. My husband offered to let them stay with us so they wouldn’t need a hotel. They did not attend, stating that the 10-day RSVP time frame was not sufficient notice to travel the four-hour drive from their home to ours. Yet two weeks before, they made a six-hour drive to see other friends for a mini-vacaMITCHELL tion. & SUGAR I understood that they might not want to take another road trip, but I certainly expected a card or phone call. I received neither. After a month, Katie called just to chat. It was an uncomfortable conversation. Afterward, she wrote me a letter detailing her excuses for ignoring my birthday and said her card must have been lost in the mail. In January, we invited Katie and her husband to my daughter’s sweet 16 party. They declined, but sent her a magazine to read. In June, we sent them an invite to my daughter’s confirmation.

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CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Mila Kunis, 29; Halle Berry, 46; Earvin Magic Johnson, 53 THOUGHT OF THE DAY: Mars is slowly stepping up to Saturn in sky. This is one powerhouse of a time, bringing the lessons of the last three years to our acute awareness. We can now demonstrate that we are better for the lessons. It will be a great day, NADIYA enjoy! SHAH H A P P Y BIRTHDAY: You have the inclination to document your thoughts. Writing might not be the easiest process, but heals you deeply. Face up to the tough talks, speak your feelings, and you’ll grow immeasurably stronger. It will be a great year, enjoy! ARIES (March 21-April 19): There is

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Since Katie is her godmother, we thought she’d want to be there. She declined again via email, and there was no card. It is unfortunate that my daughter has become a victim of my strained relationship with Katie, who is now ignoring both of us. I keep hoping she will make some type of goodwill gesture, a card or a phone call, and all will be forgiven. For my daughter’s sake, I want her godmother to be connected. What would you suggest? — Peeved and Perplexed in Pennsylvania Dear Perplexed: We don’t know if Katie wants to sever the friendship or if she is just overwhelmed with other things and has been inattentive. But she is your child’s godmother, and this implies religious responsibilities. Please call Katie and tell her nicely that you understand it’s been difficult for her to stay in touch, and if she would like to be relieved of her obligations to your child, you will release her and name another godparent. Her response will give you a better idea of where you stand. Dear Annie: My sister, “Jackie,” has multiple children with multiple men. She has been using government assistance for the past 10 years. She tells her caseworker that she’s unemployed and lives with her kids, when she actually lives with her current boyfriend and has three different jobs that pay cash.

a power within you that you can trust. Your confidence is a treasure. You have faith that no matter what comes at you, you are effective at working on your own behalf. Life has demonstrated this to you. The rewards of your faith are here. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Rebellion can consist of movements that rock our world. However, there are other, quieter rebellions that take place inside us. You’re experiencing a revolution from within now. It’s right and good. No need to explain it a moment before you’re ready. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your hopes for your life have gone through a positive metamorphosis. The people that surround you say something about where you are right now. Partnerships work to your advantage today. You are in good company. It’s a fulfilling day. CANCER (June 21-July 22): People can really push our buttons. However, if the connection is right, then they do it in a way that is less jarring and more liberating. Someone knows exactly what you need to hear. It will make all the difference. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): A spontane-

Jackie was recently charged with fraud and was denied this month’s benefits and fined for the benefits she received over the past five months. Now she, her boyfriend and her children want to move in with my husband and me because they can’t afford their bills. My husband and I have been married less than a month. We need some time alone together. How do I tell Jackie no? — Stuck Between Dear Stuck: In plain English. Jackie needs to learn how to be more responsible instead of scamming the system and taking advantage of her relatives. Moving in with you will only postpone this, and you will be writing us again in a year wondering how you got into this mess. Please set your boundaries now, and tell your sister that you love her, but you cannot support her. Dear Annie: I read the letter from “Married to an Octopus,” whose husband can’t keep his hands off of her. Been there! I found out later that his doctor said my ex-husband not only was a sex addict, but also suffered from bipolar disease. “Married” needs to get her husband in for a thorough physical. — Used To Be Married to an Octopus, Too Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@ comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.

ous encounter goes better than you expected. In fact, the most important alliances you’ll make will come about by chance. Trust instinct more than strategy. You’ll know the right approach and you’ll leave a lasting impression. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): To examine the things that give us consolation can take us on a journey to the past and the earliest experiences that first formed our notions. You’re being asked to make a change to your ideas of comfort. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): We all have moments when the perfect comeback seems to arise seemingly out of nowhere. They may not be the words you wish had arose, but they’re true nonetheless, pointing the way to a powerful change you’re ready to make. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): We all have something really big we’re working on. It provides enthusiasm and gives meaning to the mundane formalities that are part of functioning in a practical world. Share what gives you joy exactly when it feels right to do so. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Identity is a varied and diverse thing. Some would criticize that too much

of it is based on the possessions we hold. It’s what is at the core of us that’s true. Today you delight in the resources within you. They’re the mark of real prosperity. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You love the climb. Knowing you’re on the path to success is one way to ensure a feeling of personal fulfillment. That’s what it’s really about. Don’t take your desire to achieve so seriously today and you’ll get a lot done. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Our animal friends are not the least bit conscious to admit what they do not know. Some people find their pets amusing precisely because of their unashamed inquisitiveness. Let them be your inspiration. Pursue your joyful curiosity. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You’re called on to share of yourself in bigger and brighter ways. This is no time to be modest. Let it be known that you’re unabashedly secure with yourself. As much as you allow yourself to shine is as much as you will be rewarded. Nadiya Shah is a consulting astrologer, syndicated sun sign columnist and holds a master’s degree in the Cultural Study of Cosmology and Divination.

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ELLIS Claire B. 1943 - 2012 Claire Ellis (nee Dimock) passed away peacefully on the morning of August 12, 2012, after a short battle with cancer. She will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by her family, friends and neighbours, as someone who gave of herself and could be counted on at any time. Claire was born on January 12th in Scotch Village, Nova Scotia and grew up on the farm/orchard surrounded by family. She graduated from Anslow Business College in 1963. She came west in 1968 where she met and married her husband of 37 years. She is survived by her husband, Sydney “Syd” Ellis, son, Brian and his wife Kira (Bergstrom) Ellis, and grandchildren Annika, Berg, and Joel Ellis; step-daughter, Wendy (Ellis) Henry; stepdaughter-in-law, Charlotte Ellis and grandson Jay Ellis; sister-in-laws, Cicely (Basil) Dalton and Fay Chisholm. Her east coast family includes her sister, Carol Dimock; nephews, Wade (Jeanice) Hunter and Garnet (Linda) Hunter; sister-in-law, Diana Dimock; nephew Kevin Dimock, and nieces Katherine (Denis) Lavioe, and Karen Dimock; and “Bestest Friend” Marie Fortune. She is predeceased by her parents, Kenneth and Sarah Dimock; her brother Kenneth “Eric” Dimock; and son Michael Dimock; her step-sons, Richard “Rick” Ellis and Ronald “Ron” Ellis; step-son-in-law Desmond “Des” Henry; brother-in-laws, Roy Howard, Hugh Center, and J. Burns Chisholm; and motherin-law Sadie Inglis. Claire contributed much of her time to volunteering and helping others. She began volunteering for the Canadian Red Cross as a school girl and as an adult this included two American Red Cross assignments to disasters in Georgia and Puerto Rico; she delivered and coordinated Meals on Wheels since 1978; she donated blood 130 times which benefited many Albertans. As well, she had a special interest in genealogy and volunteered at the Red Deer Branch of the Genealogy Society. Because of her lifetime of giving, Claire and her family would appreciate donations to be made to the Red Deer Meals on Wheels, The Canadian Red Cross, Red Deer Branch of the Alberta Genealogy Society or to any charity of your choice in lieu of flowers. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Claire’s life on Friday, August 17, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. at Sunnybrook United Church (12 Stanton Street).

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SAWYER 1924 - 2012 John Louis Sawyer passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Monday, August 13, 2012, following a brief battle with cancer, at the age of 88 years. A lifelong resident of the Pine Lake area, he took over the homestead originally settled by his family in 1903 and continued to play an active role in the farming and ranching operations there until his illness. He was an active and much loved and respected member of the community throughout his life. His varied interests gave numerous people the opportunity to experience his generosity, compassion, and not least, his sense of humor, firsthand, at venues including horse-drawn wagon treks, antique machinery exhibitions, the 40 plus club, as well as the Alberta Senior games. His sense of adventure and family also led to trips to a variety of locations, such as Florida, Alaska and Hawaii in recent years, in the company of his wife, children and grand-children. John was predeceased by his parents and brother, Francis, but is survived by his wife of 61 years, Ella (nee Clutton); son, Doug (Carole) of Pine Lake and their children, Braden and Brittany; daughter, Beverly (Dwayne) of Calgary and their sons, Chase, Colton and Emitt. He is further survived by brother, Don (Hazel) of Edmonton; and sister, Edith of Innisfail; along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins, and will live on in the hearts and minds of those whose lives he touched. The family would like to express their gratitude to the doctors and nurses of Red Deer Hospital, unit 32 and 33 for their care, as well as to the family members and friends for all their support in Johnny’s final weeks. A celebration of John’s life will be held at the Pine Lake Hub Community Centre, #20, 36366, Range Road 252, on Thursday, August 16, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. A private family interment will take place at the Pine Lake Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, #101, 6751 - 52 Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta T4N 4K8. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com Arrangements in care of Joelle Valliere, Funeral Director at PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040

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FRASER Margaret Isabella Margaret Isabella Fraser was born May 5, 1923 to parents James and Isabella Fraser. She was raised on a farm near Markerville and remained on the farm to help care for her siblings after her mother’s early passing. Eventually Margaret left the farm; she worked as a housekeeper and later at Waskasoo Printing and the Red Deer Hospital. Margaret was an active member of the Knox Presbyterian Church in R e d D e e r. S h e f a i t h f u l l y served on various committees throughout the years. Margaret peacefully passed away Tuesday, August 7, 2012 at the age of 89 years. Margaret will be lovingly remembered by her brother Jim (Jeanette) of Rockyford and three generations of nieces and nephews will remember her as Auntie Margaret. She was predeceased by her brother, Sandy Fraser and her sister, Jean Nielsen. A celebration of Margaret’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday August 16, 2012 at Metcalf Funeral Chapel, 4200 - 49 Avenue, Innisfail. Interment will follow at the Innisfail Cemetery. The Fraser family wish to extend their heartfelt thanks to Dr. Davies and the staff at the Rosefield Centre for the love and care shown to Margaret over the past few years. Condolences can be forwarded to the family at www.metcalffuneralchapel.com. Arrangements are entrusted to

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ABTOSWAY ~ Donald “Don” Dean 1937 - 2012 Don Abtosway of Delburne, AB passed away peacefully at the Red Deer Regional Hospital on August 12, 2012. Don was born in Foam Lake (Riverton District), SK on Sept 23, 1937. He received his education at the Riverton School. Don had a great sense of humour. Don enjoyed golf, winter in Yuma, RVing (stirring the campfire), watching the birds in the backyard and curling. Don was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion. He is survived by his loving wife, Diane and will be lovingly remembered by daughter, Lori (Rick) Pell; three sons, Wayne (Brenda), Greg (Cynthia) and Kurt; step-son, Christopher (Naomi) Mitchell; nine grandchildren; and one great grandson. Also to cherish his memory are his brothers, Walter and Murray (Wendy); sister, Lynne (Kim) Nelson; mother of his children, Sylvia; numerous nieces and nephews; and anyone who had the pleasure of knowing Don. Don is predeceased by his parents, Ruben and Beulah; sister-inlaw, Grace; and nephew, Craig. A celebration of Don’s life will held at a later date. Memorial donations in Don’s honour may be made directly to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, 710, 10123-99 Street, Edmonton, AB. T5J 3H1 or to the SPCA, 4505-77 Street, Red Deer, AB T4P 2J1. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting:

MADDEN Lois Mary Lois Mary Madden passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 11, 2012 at the age of 81 years. She had been in palliative care at the Red Deer Regional Hospital for a week, but had resided happily at West Park Lodge s i n c e S e p t e m b e r, 2 0 11 . Lois was born in Torquay, Saskatchewan, on July 29, 1931, to Bernice and Theodore Shelstad. She was the first of 9 children. After high school, she trained to be a nurse at Moose Jaw Union Hospital and was working in her www.reddeerfuneralhome.com chosen profession when she Arrangements entrusted to met Raymond Madden. They RED DEER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM married on October 8, 1955 6150 - 67 Street, Red Deer and lived and raised a family Phone (403) 347-3319 of 4 children in Saskatchewan until 1968, when they moved t o R e d D e e r. L o i s w a s predeceased by her daughter, Judy, in January 2006 and her husband of 54 years, Ray, in October 2009. She leaves, to miss her sweet smile, a wealth of family and friends including her daughter, Janet (Curt) Baker; sons: Doug (Edie) Madden and Mike (Bonnie) Madden. She was a beloved grandmother to 14 and great-grandmother Anniversaries In Memoriam to 10. Her brothers and sisters Sarah Colette Raudzus and Ray’s brother and sisters JOA and their families will miss Aug. 4, 2012 - Aug. 5, 2012 her dearly. Funeral Service for Lois will be held at the WE LOVE YOU Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd (40 Holmes Street, Mom, Dad, Ava, Tina, Red Deer) on Thursday, August Anatole, Val, Phil, Kate, Alex, 16 at 11 a.m. with Reverend Oma, Opa, Gran and Popop Marc Jerry officiating. She will rest with Ray and Judy at Alto-Reste Memorial Garden. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Lois’ honour may be made directly to the WALLNER - Joyce (Jay) Heart & Stroke Foundation of Elaine Alberta, #202, 5913 - 50 Mar. 13, 1963 - Aug, 15, 2003 Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta, Quietly remembered every day T4N 4C4. Sadly missed along life’s way Condolences may be forwarded BLACKMORE But in our hearts to the family by visiting Congratulations Fred and Beth you’re always there. www.eventidefuneralchapels.com on your 60th Anniversary, Loving remembered by Dad, Arrangements entrusted to August 16. Sandy and Brandon EVENTIDE FUNERAL Love and Best Wishes from CHAPEL all your Family. 4820 - 45th Street, Red Deer Phone (403) 347-2222

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F/T Further requirements Databases and Microsoft drivers abstract and 100% in Red Deer. $9.91/hr, 44 include: computer skills, Office. Mon, Wed. & Fri. commitment to customer hrs/wk - $336/mo. room & 9:30-3:30 pm. Please send good communication skills, service and safe work board. Guaranteed 2 yr. overseeing clinic finances, resumes to Paul at practices need apply. employment. Exp. in childand organizing meetings. paul.lendingcupboard Please forward resumes care & post secondary education Candidates must be self@shaw.ca and abstracts an asset. Email resume to motivated and adaptable via the following: h_mae_chua@hotmail.com within a fast paced Fax: 403-309-5962 Computer environment to facilitate Email: P/T Caregiver req’d for meeting the clinic goals. careers@evergreenenergy.ca mid. age lady in South Red Personnel Interested applicants Deer. Entails 2 visits daily, please submit a resume to: FULL TIME IT FIELD 9-9:30 a.m. & 8:30-9:30 sylvanfamilydocs@gmail.com SERVICE TECHNICIAN p.m. to monitor well-being Or fax resume to NEEDED & health. Schedule involves 403-887-2261 We offer competitive 10-14 days/mo. Send resume Deadline for applications is and comprehensive to Box 1001, c/o R. D. IS looking to fill the August 21, 2012 compensation with benefit Advocate, 2950 Bremner following positions in the: A complete job description package, vehicle Ave., Red Deer, AB T4R 1M9 HINTON AND is available on request. allowance, and salary FOX CREEK LOCATION based on experience. Something for Everyone * Oilfield Construction Please submit resume to: Everyday in Classifieds Clerical Supervisors info@longhurstconsulting * Oilfield Construction Lead Hands ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT* Stainless and Carbon Oilfield MATERNITY LEAVE. Dental Welders Apex Oilfield Services is * B-Pressure Welders hiring a F/T Accounting ST * Pipefitters F/T RDA Level II Assistant from Sept * Experienced Pipeline assistant req’d. for Family 2012-Jan 2014 out of our Equipment Operators Dental practice dedicated Head Office in Red Deer. * Experienced oilfield to exceptional patient care. Previous exp. with bank labourers reconciliations, journal entries Contact Kelly with resume a growing Production * Industrial Painters at the Lacombe Dental and accrual accounting is Testing company, based * 7-30 tonne Picker Truck Clinic, 5015-51 St. req’d. Exp. with Great out of Sylvan Lake, is Operator with Class 1 Lacombe, AB T4L 2A3 Plains and Microsoft Excel currently accepting resumes H2S Alive ( Enform), (403)782-3755, an asset. Apex offers a for the following positions: St. John (Red Cross) (403)782-4081 by email: great work environment standard first aid) & info@lacombedental.com with competitive compenQualified Supervisors, in-house drug and alcohol sation and benefits! To tests are required. LOOKING FOR apply email hr@apexoil.ca Night Operators & Please submit resume to or fax 403-314-4748 by RDA II Field Assistants hr@alstaroc.com or August 15, 2012. to Join our Team Fax to 780-865-5829 No evenings - no weekends! If you are a team player CLERICAL assistant Quote job #62317 Please email resume to interested in the oil and wanted for receptionist/ on resume conceptdentalreddeer@ gas industry, please general office duties. Send gmail.com submit your resume, resume to Box 1003, c/o or drop off resume to current driver’s abstract R. D. Advocate, 2950 Concept Dental (Suite101 and current safety Bremner Ave., Red Deer, 5018 45 ST. Attn Kelli. certificates (1st Aid & H2S AB T4R 1M9 are the min. qualifications) Landcore Technologies SOUTHPOINTE DENTAL COATES to the following: Inc. located in Ponoka is looking for CHIROPRACTIC Fax 403-887-4750 currently seeking energetic, outgoing lkeshen@1strateenergy.ca energetic, motivated team Permanent P/T Dental Receptionist players for the following Receptionist for our busy office. Please specify position positions: Must be vibrant, outgoing Please drop off resumes when replying to this ad. Drillers and Driller & cheerful, 20 hrs. per wk. in person. Computer exp. a must. Assistants with a We would like to thank all Drop resumes off in person Class 1 driver’s those candidates who at East Hill Centre location. apply, however only license. Janitorial Ask for Aleah qualified personnel will be contacted. RECEPTIONIST / Apprentice or ARAMARK at (Dow ADMINISTRATIVE Journeyman Prentiss Plant) about ASSISTANT Mechanics 20-25 minutes out of Red Tar-ific Construction offers Deer needs hardworking, Pile Drive Operators a fast pace working reliable, honest person Pile Drive Assistants environment. We are look- w/drivers license, to work Field Supervisor ing for a friendly, energetic 40/hrs. per week w/some All candidates must be individual to join our team A RED DEER BASED weekends, daytime hrs. able to pass a i n a f u l l t i m e p o s i t i o n . Starting wage $13/hr. Fax Pressure Testing Company Qualifications: req’s. Operators for testing pre-employment drug test. resume w/ref’s to Safety tickets are an asset Knowledgeable in Payroll, 403-885-7006 Attn: Val Black BOP’s throughout AB. but we are willing to train A/P and benefits. Only those with Drilling rig the right candidate. E x p e r i e n c e i n A b a c u s , LEADING facility services exp. need apply. Fax We offer exceptional pay, spreadsheeting and Micro- company is seeking hard resume & driver’s abstract excellent benefit package soft office would be an working, safety conscious to: 403-341-6213 or email cleaners for janitorial team. and a positive work asset. mikeoapt@gmail.com F/T work. Fax resume to environment. Please email resumes to Only those selected for 403-314-7504 Please email resumes to info@tarific.ca interview will be contacted. info@landcore.ca or fax 403-783-2011. The right candidates will Oilfield be contacted for an interview. Please no phone calls. RED DEER BASED FLINT TUBULAR Oilfield trucking company MANAGEMENT requires SERVICES Oilfield salesperson requires /truck push . RED DEER • EDMONTON • GRANDE PRAIRIE Shop & Yard Laborers. Please send resume and $16/hr. to start oilfield related tickets to Apply w/resume to: Box 1002, c/o R. D. Advo4115 39139 HWY 2A cate, 2950 Bremner Ave., (Blindman Industrial Park) Red Deer, AB T4R 1M9

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SIDEWALK SALE Bistro on Gaetz comforts the sole Euro-Mode Great Strides Hot Pot Studio Hudson Madison JagWear Rob Rae Clothiers 4800 Block Downtown Red Deer Aug 15, 16, 17, 18 ULTIMATE STAFF PARTY “early bird” tickets now on sale. Bring your staff, Dec. 14 or Dec. 15. Buffet, Stage show, 2 Live Bands. Book early and save. Early bird price until Aug 31, $56.00 per person. Order most of your tickets at the early bird price and add more seats to your group later as needed. Held at Weste r n e r P a r k R e d D e e r. More info call 1-888-856-9282

CANON Rebel T1I camera in white Roots backpack style camera bag lost on city bus. 403-896-0635 call or text. GOLF CLUB “PING EYE” 9 iron Please cal 403-346-0093 LOST BLACKBERRY CURVE PHONE in the Aspen Ridge area of Red Deer. If found please call 403 314-0579 LOST DOG Chihuahua breed puppy, around Bower area, had collar and leash, very sadly missed, FOUND L O S T i n B o w e r, s h o r t haired brown tabby neutered male, white chest, white paws, 12 yrs. old, answers to Einstein 403-347-7817 REWARD MISSING CAT $1000 REWARD

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1 RATE ENERGY SERVICES INC.

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STOLEN: NATIONAL Geographic Bag containing Pentax K20D Camera/ Lens stolen from Clearview on the evening of Aug 11. Multiple SD memory cards contained within holding precious memories of our family. All we care about is the return of our precious pictures (SD cards). No questions asked upon the return. Anyone with any information about any of these items please call (403) 392-6830 or the police.

FOUND girl’s bicycle, Morrisroe area, identify to claim , call 403-342-5806

Oilfield

800

Required Immediately

Established and very busy Oilfield Trucking Company is now hiring for the following:

Sales & Distributors

• Heavy Duty Journeyman Technician

800

Pidherney’s is busy and requires the following:

EQUIPMENT OPERATORS Oilﬁeld Division

PART-TIME SALES STAFF

Now has immediate opening for CGSB LEVEL II RT and CEDO’s for a large Pipeline Project in the Fox Creek area. This project is ongoing and work can be performed on a rotation or a continuous basis. Other areas may require personnel also. Top wages and a comprehensive benefit package are available after 3 months employment. Email resumes to: qtestltd@telus.net or phone 403-887-5630 SAFETY COORDINATOR Watts Projects Inc. is a progressive Oilfield Construction Company based in Red Deer and Edson serving Alberta and Saskatchewan. We are hiring a Safety Coordinator to manage the Health & Safety Program, the position will coordinate with the HSE Manager. The Candidate would be responsible for a combination field safety & safety administration activities. Safety Tickets required and Alberta Construction Safety Association training courses would be an asset. Watts offers excellent wages, benefits and a safety conscious working environment. Email cody.howitt@telus.net or Fax 1-403-358-7763 TEAM Snubbing now hiring operators and helpers. Email: janderson@ teamsnubbing.com

WANTED

EXPERIENCED

CLASS 3

VAC/steamer Truck driver Lacombe area, Fax resume to 403-782-0507 WATER & VAC DRIVER needed. All oilfield tickets req’d. Call 885-4373 or fax resume 403-885-4374 Something for Everyone Everyday in Classifieds

WE are looking for Rig Managers, Drillers, Derrick and Floorhands for the Red Deer area. Please contact Steve Tiffin at stiffin@galleonrigs.com or (403) 358-3350

ZUBAR Production Services

is currently taking resumes for experienced Assistant Operators. Must have all valid tickets. Email resume to: rdzubaroffice@telus.net or fax to: 403-346-9420

Professionals

810

360 FITNESS PERSONAL TRAINING Hiring F/T Certified Personal Trainer. Start ASAP with full clientele. Best compensation citywide. Email resume to info@360fitness.ca Technical Support Agent - Software co has F/T position. To apply, please see www.visual-eyes.ca/ en/about-us/opportunities

Restaurant/ Hotel

820

*Hiring All Positions!* Interviews will be held August 20 - 21st from 9 am - 4 pm in the Devonshire Room at the Red Deer Lodge. No appointment necessary DBA, Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt Restaurant - Red Deer AB RESTAURANT SUPERVISOR’S - F/T - 2 positions avail DUTIES: Plan, organize, control and evaluate operations of Frozen Yogurt Restaurant. Recruit and supervise staff, staff scheduling, job training. Control and order inventory. Monitor revenue. Resolve customer complaints. Ensure health & safety standards are followed. QUALIFICATIONS: 2 years customers service. Knowledge of supervisory skills. WAGES: $13.50/hr Fax resume to Deon Beaupre 403-309-4418 Mail resume to Box 28038, Red Deer, AB T4P 1K4

Sales & Distributors

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PREMIER SPA BOUTIQUE is seeking Retail Sales Supervisor for our Parkland Mall location, Red Deer. $17.40/hr. Email resume: premierjobrd1@gmail.com RED DEER BASED Oilfield trucking company requires Oilfield salesperson /truck push . Please send resume and oilfield related tickets to Box 1002, c/o R. D. Advocate, 2950 Bremner Ave., Red Deer, AB T4R 1M9

THE TRAVELMAN Luggage & Swimwear Warehouse (Next to Downtown McDonalds) Looking for mature motivated salesperson to sell luggage & ladies swimwear. Approx. 15 to 20 hours per week, $11.00 per hour plus bonuses. No nights, Sundays or holidays. Please fax resume to (403)348-2033 or email: richard@thetravelman.com

Trades

850

. WELDER NEEDED IMMED. FOR P/T OR F/T No ticket req’d but fabrication experience a must.. NE Red Deer Email resume to canpak@xplornet.ca 2ND and 3rd. year. ELECTRICAL APPRENTICE

Must have Residential experience. Fax resume to 403-347-5745 A FULL TIME PAINTER REQUIRED Painting exp. necessary. Must have vehicle. Must be task orientated, self motivated & reliable. Phone 403-596-1829 ABEL CORPORATION is looking for candidates for the following positions: *

* F/T BAKERY POSITION AVAIL. Must be reliable and willing to work weekends. * Wage negotiable based on experience Apply in person to the Donut Mill, Gasoline Alley F/T or P/T Housekeeping and servers with experience in serving seniors. Must be flexible, work within a team environment, take initiative and work without supervision. Must be available to work weekend. We offer a competitive salary. Fax: 403-341-5613 Attention: ARAMARK e-mail: margery_becker@ aramark.ca FT FOOD SERVICE Supervisor $13/hr. avail. nights & weekends.Call Little Caesars Red Deer at 403-346-1600 or fax resume to 403-356-9465

MOHAVE GRILL

is currently seeking: SERVERS Only those with Pro Serve and experience need apply. If you are dynamic and a positive team player that is looking for a fun and rewarding work environment Mohave Grill is the place for you! Competitive wage. Apply in person between 2-4 pm. (ask for David) NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. RAMADA INN & SUITES req’s. F/T front desk agents. Flexibility req’d. Shift work including. wknds and eves. IIncentive and bonus programs. Starting rate at $12/per hr. Exp. not essential Drop off resume to 6853 - 66 Street or fax 403-342-4433 or email: info@ ramadareddeer.com

X-STATIC

IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR exp’d P/T

Woodworking machine operators $17.00- $21.50 hourly - 40 hrs. per wk. Furniture manufacturing labourers $13.95 - $17. hourly - 40 hrs. per wk. Cabinetmakers $18.50$22.50 hourly - $40.00 hrs. per wk. Send resumes to Box 5324 Lacombe, Alberta T4L 1X1; apply by email at Abel.Corporation@ canadaemail.net or by fax to (403) 782-2729

ACTION RESTORATION LTD. A disaster restoration firm serving southern AB is seeking F/T EMERGENCY RESTORATION TECHS for the Red Deer location. Valid drivers licence is req’d. Pref. given to candidates with IICRC Certification. Fax resume to: 403-253-7367 or email: humanresources @actionrestoration.ca

ACTION RESTORATION LTD.

A disaster restoration firm serving southern AB is seeking F/T CONSTRUCTION PERSONNEL & CARPENTERS for the Red Deer location. Must have exp. in all areas of residential construction. Valid drivers license is req’d. Pref. given to candidates with previous restoration industry exp. Fax resume to: 403-253-7367 or email: humanresources @actionrestoration.ca ARROW ARC WELDING is looking for WELDING APPRENTICE LOCATED BY GULL lAKE. Phone Brian 318-6760

Auto Technicians

Door Personnel

JOURNEYMAN AUTO TECHS with Dodge, Chrysler experience required immediately , excellent paid training plan, competitive wage and benifit pkge . Reply in confidence with resume to bbailey@ heritagechrysler.com or cal 1-800-661-5277 Heritage Chrysler Lacombe Ab

Apply in person after 3 pm.

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Apply in person, or by fax 403-346-2806 or email: awtay@telus.net

B & B COWIE INSULATION LTD.

Looking for Experienced Insulation installers and crews. Must have own transportation. CSA approved safety boots are required. Please fax resume to 403-347-8075. Email: bbcowie@telus.net

Restaurant/ Hotel

820

Hiring Managers – Cooks – Dishwashers – Servers – Hosts – Bartenders Convenience Store Attendants

Thursday August 16th 10:00am until 6:00pm

Hampton Inn & Suites

We require experienced operators for lease building, site remediation & reclamation to operate: Excavators, dozers, graders, scrapers, hoes & loaders

H2S Alive, First Aid and Ground Disturbance certification required. Fax resume to Human Resources 403-845-5370 Or E-mail: hr@pidherneys.com

Q-TEST INSPECTION LTD

Restaurant/ Hotel

Full Time & Part Time Front & Kitchen Staff

NOW HIRING

Must be enthusiastic, hardworking, flexible and positive. You must have a passion for Fabrics, Sewing, Crafts and Home Decor. Basic sewing skills are a must. Apply in person to: #2, 2119 - 50 Avenue, Red Deer or Fax resume to: 403.346.4320

requires

TO ADVERTISE YOUR SALE HERE — CALL 309-3300

Our completely redeveloped Smitty’s Restaurant, Lounge, Convenience Store, New Husky Gas Bar and Car Wash on Gasoline Alley in Red Deer, A.B. will reopen in September. Don’t miss your opportunity to apply.

Previous experience is an asset.

Deer Park 256993G21

Pidherney’s offers: • Top wages paid based on experience • Flexible work schedule • Benefit Package • Career Advancement Opportunities

The successful candidate will have: *2 years Post-Secondary Education in either Business/Oil & Gas Technology *Good Computer Skills with MS Office; *Detailed Orientated individual who can deal with multi-tasking and changing priorities and staff on a daily basis. *Experience working in fabricating oil and gas production equipment an asset. Competitive wages with benefit packages available. Interested candidates please send resume to admin@westcanfab.ca Of fax to 403-775-4014

NOW HIRING - LAB ANALYST 2 Joffre, AB. Duties: Analyze water & organic samples using ICP, GC, HPLC, & NMR; maintain proper calibration & quality control records; prepare samples for analysis using extraction methods; troubleshoot & understand analytical equipment. Required: post secondary education in chemistry or related field; organized, detail-oriented; good communication skills (verbal & written); must be able to work shifts. Apply to: Petroleum.Careers@ maxxam.ca Reference #A2-JOFFRE www.maxxam.ca

is hiring

• Wash Bay Attendant

DRIVEN TO EXCEL FROM START TO FINISH

Westcan Fabricating Ltd is a fast growing oil and gas fabricating company based out of Ponoka AB.

810

Taylor Plaza, #200, 6730 Taylor Drive

• Journeyman Welder Call HR Dept: 780-467-9897 Fax: 780-463-3346 jobs@vdmtrucking.com

MANAGEMENT Trainee Required

Professionals

830

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SHELTIE COLLIE MISSING from home off Hwy. 11 E .............FOUND!!..........

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Tiger/Calico looking Tabby with jade green eyes and big fluffy tail; white boots on her back paws. IF FOUND PLEASE CALL TRISH AT 403-872-4411 OR 403-782-0005. HER NAME IS JADE, AND WE R E A L LY M I S S H E R ! ! ! Small heart tattoo in right ear and microchip. Lost from West central Lacombe.

Found

Oilfield

37 DANDELL CL. Aug. 16 & 17, 9-5. Fishing, mechanical, carpenter, garden tools, household items. Start your career! See Help Wanted

Pines 39 PATTERSON CRES. Thurs. 16th & Fri. 17th 6-9 kitchen cabinets, couch & chair, sm. organ, Xmas lights & decor., lawn furn., aluminum ladders, brown stove, glasswares & estate items.

SMITTY’S CANADA LIMITED #600 – 501, 18th Ave SW Calgary, AB T2S 0C7 Fax: (403) 229-3899 • Email: reddeer-hwy2south@smittys.ca www.smittys.ca Canada’s Largest Full Service Family Restaurant Chain – Since 1960

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CLASSIFICATIONS

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FOUND RING in Downtown Co-Op parking lot. Please call with description of ring. 403-348-9589

WHAT’S HAPPENING

Coming Events

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Trades

850

Trades

850

CLASS 1 DRIVING INSTRUCTOR

HEAVY EQUIPMENT SERVICE TECHNICIAN. United Rentals is looking for a

SERVICE TECHNICIAN C & C COATINGS is seeking an INDUSTRIAL PAINTER. Exp. with Endura an asset. Competitive wages & benefits. Fax resume to: 403-227-1165.

to maintain and repair construction tools and equipment. Applicants must have 3-5 years exp, High School Diploma and valid drivers license. Competitive wages and benefits. Email Rob at rmcwade@ur.com or fax to 403-343-1087

JOIN OUR TEAM!

CANEM SYSTEMS LTD REQUIRES

* JM & Apprentice Commercial Electricians * JM & Apprentice Service Electricians FOR LOCAL WORK Resumes to: Fax: 403-347-1866 Or Email: dchristensen@canem.com No Phone Calls

CLARKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PLUMBING & HEATING CORP. Clarkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Plumbing & Heating is now hiring to start immediately for the following position:

Journeyman Plumber with a wage of $36/hr, 10% Vacation/Holiday Pay and health benefits. Service Skills and up to date Furnace experience is a must. This is an in town position (Mon-Fri) and Clarkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s does have furnished accommodations for out of town employeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Please fax resumes to 780-623-7451or email to sales@cpandh.ca EXPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;D drywall tradesmen & laborers reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, Phone 403-348-8640

Independent Paint & Body is currently accepting resumes for experienced autobody technicians and prepper. Apply with resume to 7453 - 50 ave Red Deer, AB or email resume to indy2000@telus.net. LOCAL construction and oilfield company now hiring work in central AB area. Now hiring expâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d DOZER OPERATORS & SKIDSTEER OPERATORS. Fax resume 403-347-6296 LOOKING for apprentice or journeyman mechanic. Pipe bending skills would be a great asset. Wages depend on exp. Going concern shop. Fax resume to:403-346-9909 or drop off at 2410 50 Ave. Phone 403-346-7911 LOOKING for hourly drywallers and general laborers. Please fax resume to 403-782-0610

MCMULLENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S REFRIGERATION & HEATING

Requires a Refrigeration and HVAC technician 3rd, 4th year or Journeyman. Full time position. Please fax or email resume to 403-347-5530 or mcmullens@mcmullens.ca

860

Required Expâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d Fabricator For a Ponoka Manufacturing Shop. Knowledge of ASME code bolt up, basic instrumentation and a commitment to excellence are prerequisites. Competitive wages with benefit packages available.

Reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d immediately Will consider training a professional, experienced driver. Ph.1-877-463-9664 or email resume to info@capilano trucktraining.com

Class 1 or 3 Drivers needed. Male or Female You must pass a Drug Test and a Physical. Please fax driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abstract and references along with your resume to: Mike 403-347- 8060 (fax)

Class 3 Commercial Driver. United Rentals WE ARE GROWING is looking for a Class 3 MANUFACTURING . side o f S U N R I S E R V n e e d Commercial Driver skilled F/T help. If you can to deliver and pick up conread a tape measure, are struction equipment in Central familiar with hand tools AB. Qualified candidates and can take directions must have a clean & valid we would like to hear from Class 3 License w/air brake you. endorsement. Competitive Deliver resume in person wages and Benefits. 4110 Hwy 12 Lacombe or Send resumes to Rob at call Brad 403-786-9117 rmcwade@ur.com or fax to 403-343-1087

Western Masonry Structures

F/T LABOURERS F/T work at major central AB projects. Must have own transportation. Top wages and benefits. Please fax resume to 403-340-0762

Truckers/ Drivers

860

EXPERIENCED

Vacuum & Water Truck operators reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. to start immed. CLASS 1 or 3 WITH Q All oilfield safety tickets reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Clean drivers abstract. Must comply with drug and alcohol policy. References Reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Exc. salary & benefits. Fax resume to: 403-742-5376 hartwell@telus.net

ADULT & YOUTH CARRIER NEEDED Wanted for delivery of Flyers, Express & Sunday Life in GLENDALE Grimson St. & Goodall Ave.

Trades

850

Kerrywood Mews 53, 54, 55 & 56 Ave. & 60 St. & 58 A St. 2 ROUTES Oriole Park West Ogilvie Close & Oldring Crsc. & Oaklands Crsc. & Oakwood Close Please call Joanne at 403-314-4308

ADULT or YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED For delivery of Flyers, Express and Sunday Life in LANCASTER Lampard Crsc. area & Lord Close area.

JOURNEYMAN

AUTOBODY MECHANIC Required immediately for busy, well-equipped shop in:

Central AB based trucking company reqires

OWNER OPERATORS in AB. Home the odd night. Weekends off. Late model tractor pref. 403-586-4558

WEST PARK

DRIVERS & SWAMPERS for furniture moving company, class 5 required (5 tons), local & long distance. Competitive wages. Apply in person. 6630 71 St. Bay 7 Red Deer. 403-347-8841

SLAVE LAKE, AB Heavy collision & frame repair experience an asset. Lots of hours available. Send resumes, including references to:

avalon4@telus.net or fax to

Truckers/ Drivers

Call Karen for more info 403-314-4317

Earn $500.mo. for 1--1/2 hrs. per day 6 days a week.

Looking for a place to live? Take a tour through the CLASSIFIEDS

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Coach and Yellow Bus Drivers 256488H17

780-849-6435 For more information, call:

Jim at 780-849-0295

Fort McMurray and locations North & South of Fort McMurray

Please email employment@myďŹ rstbus.ca or fax 780-791-0680. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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Good wages and beneďŹ ts. Must have Class 2 licence.

Must have a reliable vehicle . Please contact Rick at 403-314-4303

ADULT CARRIERS REQUIRED for Early morning delivery of Red Deer Advocate in Sylvan Lake Please call Debbie for details

314-4307

Truckers/ Drivers

We are a 16 Time Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Award Winning Dealership & weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re continuing to grow!

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We require a:

JOURNEYMAN MECHANIC

DRIVEN TO EXCEL FROM START TO FINISH

but will consider an:

APPRENTICE

or jdenham@fourlaneford.com or e-mail: service@fourlaneford.com

Fax resume to Human Resources 403-845-5370 Or E-mail: hr@pidherneys.com

NOW HIRING F/T POSITIONS

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only selected candidates will be contacted.

CARRIERS REQUIRED to deliver the Central AB. Life twice weekly in

GREEN OASIS Field Applicator SUMMER EMPLOYMENT!! F/T seasonal to apply fertilizer to various landscapes in and around the city. Require Class 5 operatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license Contact Kevin at reddeer@greenoasis.ca

Blackfalds Lacombe Ponoka Stettler

Hiring help for my Housekeeping Company. Hours negotiable. 403-986-4883

Call Rick at 403-314-4303

CARRIERS NEEDED For Advocate routes

Hiring Part Time (counting money). 15-25 hrs per week. Must be available to work early mornings and be available any days of the week. Must be physically fit as this is a physically demanding position. Send resume to vickib@cashcasino.ca, or fax 1-403-243-4812.

VANIER AREA FOR FLYERS, RED DEER SUNDAY LIFE AND EXPRESS ROUTES IN:

SUNNYBROOK AREA: Savoy Cres. / Sydney Close Springfield Ave.

IN SERVICE SHOP, expâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d with farm equipment and the ability to weld. Apply in person with resume at: Reg Cox Feed M i x e r s . S o u t h o f U FA Burnt Lake Indust. Park, Phone 403-340-2221 or fax 403-341-5622

INGLEWOOD AREA: Issard Close VANIER AREA: Vanier Dr. Volk Pl./Vanier Dr. Vickers Close Call Prodie @ 403- 314-4301 for more info ********************** TO ORDER HOME DELIVERY OF THE ADVOCATE CALL OUR CIRCULATION DEPARTMENT 314-4300

REQUIRES MANAGER/ LEAD HAND. Exp. reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Submit resumes by fax: 403-507-8514 or email: wchurch77@gmail.com Needs a Drivers licence, some heavy & light lifting, friendly, personnel. Monday-Friday, with some Saturdays, exc. wages & benefits. Fax to: 403-309-3000. Drop off: #9 - 7619 50 Ave Red Deer, AB F/T SATELLITE INSTALLERS - Good hours, home every night, $4000-$6000/mo. Contractor must have truck or van. Tools, supplies & ladders required. Training provided, no experience needed. Apply to: satjobs@shaw.ca F/T Cashier/Postal Clerk. Apply in person w/resume: Highland Green Value Drug Mart.

Apply in person to Sobeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hwy. 2A Lacombe or fax resume to: 403-782-5820

NEWSPAPER CARRIERS REQUIRED for Afternoon delivery in Bowden & Innisfail. Please contact QUITCY

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Please contact QUITCY

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F/T position available at West Park IDA Drugs. Please fax resumes to: 403-343-2556

KEMCO Mechanical Ltd. o/a Prime Boiler Services is seeking a full time Procurement Manager. Competitive industry wage and an excellent benefit package. Send resumes to #11, 7421Edgar Industrial Drive Red Deer, AB T4P 3R2; apply by email at kemco.mechanical.jobs@ canadaemail.net or by fax to (403) 346-7779

RAVEN TRUCK ACCESSORIES Has an opening for an INSTALLER POSITION, must be self-motivated, have strong leadership skills & be mechanically inclined. Fax 343-8864 or apply in person with resume to 4961-78th Street, Red Deer

P/T CUSTODIAN/JANITOR Must be able to work unsupervised & bondable. References required. Email resume by Thursday, Aug. 23rd to: jobopportunity41@yahoo.com

SEEKING exp. siding helpers. Exp. with vinyl & composite wood siding a must. Tools & transportation reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Permanent F/T. Call Bob (403)872-1312

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Baker Cake Decorator Produce Assistant Manager Dairy/Frozen stock clerk Meat Cutter Closing/Grocery Supervisor P/T positions in all departments. All positions require weekend availability.

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MICHENER MILLARD Trucking ROUTE AVAIL. is looking for Licensed Family Owned Auto Repair Journeyman Heavy Duty 51 Street & Facility seeking Mechanic. Applicant must 43 Ave. area Journeyman Technician. be able to work well in a Competitive pay and high paced environment. benefits included. ONLY 4 DAYS A WEEK We offer competitive E-mail or drop off resume, wages & performance APPLIANCE john@innisfail2020.com based bonuses. Interested Call Jamie 5004-49 Street, Innisfail DELIVERY DRIVER persons apply to: Fax 403-638-4987 or 403-314-4306 FOUNDATION COMPANY RED DEER BASED jmillard@enerchem.com Family owned & operated, for more info currently seeking Trail Appliances continues Oilfield Hauling Company experienced commercial requires exp. Picker to grow and due to this, we ADULT foundation form workers. Operators with are looking to expand our UPGRADING Please fax resume to delivery department. Trail Class 1 license and picker Alberta Government 403-346-5867 ticket. 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SOURCE ADULT VIDEO requires mature P/T help for days and grave shifts. Fax resume to: 403-346-9099 or drop off to: 3301-Gaetz Avenue WESCLEAN - Red Deer SHIPPER/ RECEIVER req’d. . Competitive wages, full benefitsi, forkilft exp. preferred. Dangerous goods exp. preferred. Familiar with shipping/ receiving procedures. Able to lift 30-60 lbs. , Basic computer skills an asset. . Drop resume off at # 7, 7973 49 AVE. or email to: mdoll@wesclean.com or fax to 403-347-8803

stuff CLASSIFICATIONS 1500-1990

1530

Auctions

Bud Haynes & Co. Auctioneers

Certified Appraisers 1966 Estates, Antiques, Firearms. Bay 5, 7429-49 Ave. 347-5855

1590

Clothing

LADIES Timberland steel toe work boots, like new size 7, $30; box of ladies jackets/vests, S-M $25; box women’s clothing size S, $25; box of ladies clothing size 8, $25 403-348-0201

EquipmentHeavy

1630

TRAILERS for sale or rent Job site, office, well site or storage. Skidded or wheeled. Call 347-7721.

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Accounting

1010

INDIVIDUAL & BUSINESS Accounting, 30 yrs. of exp. with oilfield service companies, other small businesses and individuals RW Smith, 346-9351

Contractors

1100

Black Cat Concrete

Sidewalks, driveways, garages, patios, bsmts. RV pads. Dean 403-505-2542 BLACK PEARL CONCRETE Garage/RV pads, driveways, patios, bsmt. Dave 352-7285 BRIAN’S DRYWALL Framing, drywall, taping, textured & t-bar ceilings, 36 yrs exp. Ref’s. 392-1980

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Massage Therapy

1280

* NEW * Executive Touch. Relaxation massage for men. 5003A - Ross St. 403-348-5650 Gentle Touch Massage 4919 50 St. New rear entry, lots of parking 403-341-4445 HOT STONE, Body Balancing. 403-352-8269 MASSAGE ABOVE ALL WALK-INS WELCOME 4709 Gaetz Ave. 346-1161

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Misc. Services

1290

Stamp finish, exposed fin5* JUNK REMOVAL ish, basements, garages, Property clean up 340-8666 patio pads, driveways & FREE removal of all kinds sidewalks. etc. of unwanted scrap metal. Anything concrete, call No household appliances Mark 403-597-0095 403-396-8629 DALE’S Home Reno’s. Free estimates for all your reno needs. 755-9622 cell 506-4301 GENERAL reno’s, restore & repair. 403-550-3888 IRONMAN Scrap Metal Recovery is picking up RMD RENOVATIONS Bsmt’s, flooring, decks, etc. scrap again! Farm machinCall Roger 403-348-1060 ery, vehicles and industrial. Serving central Alberta. SIDING, Soffit, Fascia 403-318-4346 Prefering non- combustible KLEEN SITE SERVICES fibre cement, canexel & Residential & Commercial smart board, Call Dean @ Pickups, Junk Removal, 302-9210. Bin Rentals, Dump & Cargo Trailers, BobCat Services 403-373-3242

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Escorts

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Handyman Services

1200

BUSY B’S HANDYMAN SERVICES LTD. We do fencing, decks, reno’s landscape and more. Give us a buzz @ 403-598-3857 Free quotes. WCB, insured. CONCRETE sidewalk, driveway, patios, decks, fences. 403-550-3888 F & J Renovations. We do it all. Good rates and references available so call John at 403-307-3001 jbringleson@shaw.ca GREYSTONE Handyman Services. Reasonable rates. Ron, 403-396-6089 TIRED of waiting? Call Renovation Rick, Jack of all trades. Handier than 9 men. 587-876-4396 or 587-272-1999

Yard Work / Reno / Tree / Junk Removal 403-396-4777

Moving & Storage

1300

BOXES? MOVING? SUPPLIES? 403-986-1315

Painters/ Decorators

1310

LAUREL TRUDGEON Residential Painting and Colour Consultations. 403-342-7801.

Seniors’ Services

1372

HELPING HANDS For Seniors. Cleaning, cooking, companionship, helping you/helping your family. Call 403-346-7777 Low Price Guarantee. www. helpinghandshomesupport.com

Yard Care

1430

LAWN/HEDGE Trimming Services. Call Paul, local Red Deer # 587-679-0917 Tree Pruning,Topping and Removal by a Certified Arborist,Hedges too! call Randy at 403-350-0216

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ALONG, paver equip. traile r, p i n d l e h o o k , 3 0 ’ flatdeck, 5’ beavertail, 9’ bifold ramps, just had $3300 brake job, $8800. Call 780-982-9390 Red Deer

1640

Tools

natural $45; wood burning art work (moose in meadow)$60; two 4x4 cedar 9’6”L, white 2/$12; meat tub, heavy white nylon $20; sleeping adult bag $10; Wrangler jacket (M) $40 403-314-2026

HIGH CAPACITY CANNER/pressure cooker, 14 $100, o.o. TOOLS, tools, tools.. small q u a r t , & large at garage sale. 403-896-8312 Aug. 16 - 18. Thurs. & Fri. 2-9, Sat. 9-5, @ 25 Excell St.

Farmers' Market

1650

ALBERTA Spring lamb, cut and wrapped by the piece, 1/2 or whole carcass. Come see our 100 mile radius store. Brown Eggs and Lamb 403-782-4095

Firewood

1660

FIREWOOD. All Types. P.U. / del. Lyle 403-783-2275 birchfirewoodsales.com FREE FIREWOOD, 18 Oslo Close. KICK TO THE CURB

Garden Supplies

1680

2 PLASTIC RAIN BARRELS Pedestals & brass tops. Used one season. $150. 403-341-4632 LANDSCAPING mulch, $10.00 yard. Phone 403-346-3800 weekdays or 403-343-6182 eves. & wknds.

Health & Beauty

1700

*NEW!* Asian Relaxation Massage Downtown! 587 377 - 1298 open 10am 6pm Monday - Friday!

Household Appliances

1710

APPLS. reconditioned lrg. selection, $150 + up, 6 mo. warr. Riverside Appliances 403-342-1042 FREEZER, smaller apt. sized. One yr. old. $150. 403-343-6218 STOVE, Whirlpool, good cond., $75, 403-343-6628

Household Furnishings

WANTED

Antiques, furniture and estates. 342-2514

1730

LARGE screen tv $100 obo; rocking chair $40 obo 403-986-9276

Jewellery

1750

WEDDING RING, $200, 403-986-0986

Misc. for Sale

LARGE Appetizer Turntable Server $12; Beverage Carafe $14; Crystal Tray with 2 Dish Appetizer Server $12; Surefit Love Seat Cover $30; Divided Round Glass Serving Tray with gold trim $8; Mini Speakers $20; Black & Beige Portfolio Case with Strap $10; Brief Case (beige) combination lock $25; Metal Clothes Stand $8. 403-346-2738 MOVING SALE: Suit Cases: 2 piece Samsonite navy 26”X19” 23”X12” $30 for set. 3 piece Pierre Cardin black 26”X19 19”X12” 15”X11” $35 for set Small set of computer Speakers $10 Pick up only. Call 403 358-3073 or rjmarq@telus.net POOL TABLE COMBO WITH AIR HOCKEY. c/w cues & balls. 41.5” x 76” $150. 403-346-4462 PORTABLE RADIO cassette (Sharp) $10; older Sony tv 16” color w/remote $5; Star Choice receiver $5; 8 track tape holder $5; record cabinet, stained wood $45 403-314-2026

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CORNER COMPUTER DESK WITH HUTCH & FILING CABINET TO MATCH. $200 for both. Light oak colour. 403-341-3698 D E S K A N D L E AT H E R S W I V E L c h a i r, $ 7 5 , 7 ’ windmill for outdoors, $125 obo 403-340-0675 D E S K A N D L E AT H E R S W I V E L c h a i r, $ 7 5 , 7 ’ windmill for outdoors, $125 obo 403-340-0675 DRESSER AND CHESTER DRAWERS: 6 drawer dresser with centre pull out doors no mirror. Chester drawer has top pull out doors with 2 bottom pull out drawers. $199 for the set. Pictures can be viewed on Kijiji. Furniture posted Aug 14. Pick up only. Call 403 358-3073 or rjmarq@telus.net DRESSER w/mirror and 3 drawers $90; chest 4 drawers $65; night table, 2 drawers $45 403-314-2026 DUNCAN Fife table w/4 chairs w/blue cloth seats, table has 3 leaves W 37 1/2 “, L 20”-69 1/2”, exc. cond, $199 403-358-5247 INGLIS full capacity plus dryer $85; retro coffee and end tables $40 403-347-6005 LIVINGROOM drapes w/matching liners 52 x 90”, gold, French Damask material, $175 obo 403-885-0026 LOVESEAT, Beige w/pale pink & blue flowers. Like new cond. $150. 403-343-6218 OAK coffee table, good cond. $175 403-885-5532 QUEENSIZE box spring and mattress $200 403-346-1825 R O L L - A - WAY c o t , o n wheels, w/mattress, feather bed, mattress cover bed skirt, exc. cond,. $100; 403-343-3013 TABLE TOP 1500 watt electric BBQ. New $129. Asking $50. 403-347-4052 or 403-318-2962 TO GIVE AWAY T.V. Entertainment Centre. 45”x61”. Pick up only. 403-342-2537

Stereos TV's, VCRs

Jet Three Ultra Power WHEELCHAIR. Compact size. Standard active-trac suspension, 300 lb weight cap., good stability. $1500. Karen or Ivan 403-358-3388

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INNISFAIL

AGRICULTURAL

CLASSIFICATIONS 2000-2290

2140

Horses

SENIOR DOWNSIZING 2 1/2 qt. Corningware casserole $8, 4 cup elec. coffee pot $5; meat platter $5.75; 5 Corelle dinner plates $2/ea; small stainless pot $3; med. stainless pot $9; Westbend Super Health pot $9; heavy stainless steel fry pan $4.50; old serving bowl $3.75; old fruit bowl $9; old candy dish $3.75; old green vase $3; old pickle dish $3.50; vegetable dish w/dip dish $9; new Teapot with cover $9; Secret Treasure ornament (boy & girl) $7.50; Queen sheet set $6; new bra C36, $4, new pillowcases $3.50; new compress socks $5; couch throw, silver blue $4; 6 highball glasses 25 cents ea; wig (clean, good cond.) $9; Magic food chopper $4; quilt cover 68 x 80 $4 403-346-2231 TOASTER $5; juicer $5; electric rollers $5; microwave $25; glass bakeware set $7; bathroom rugs $4/ea.; chemistry text books $25; silicone baking mat $5; 403-348-0201 Westinghouse Percolator $25; Rectangle Cake Carry Caddy $14; Round Cake Carry Caddy $14; Superstore Water Filter Jug $8; Metal Collapsible Shopping Cart large capacity $18; Set of 7 Glass (slanted bottom) Jars with lids in box never used (condiments, sugar, etc.) $10; Whirly Stove Top Popcorn Maker $25; Two Wicker Picnic Baskets $20 and $15; 403-346-2738

Cats

1830

2 BEAUTIFUL wild kittens desperately needed to go to loving home, Need to be trained. Call 403-782-3130 CUTE, QUIET, 9 WK OLD KITTENS Blacks and silver grey, accustiomed to outside, but will adapt to inside. Mother good mouser. Free to good home. 403-782-2397 FREE KITTENS To Good Homes. Cute as heck! 403-358-3024 P.B., Manx kitten, 1 M. 1 F, $75 each obo 403-340-3338

Dogs

1840

CKC reg’d shelties, 3 trimales, 1` blue F, $800 obo all offers will be considered. 403-844-9019 P.B. JACK RUSSELL PUPS. Going Fast! 2 Male. $200. 403-896-9998 or 348-1810

( x 2 ) F u e l Ta n k s w i t h stands. 2-compartment TO GIVE away, loving M. Cocker Spaniel to good 500 gallon tank. $30 EACH OBO 1-compart- family with older children 403-885-5532 ment 300 gallon tank. $30 OBO Call Ernie @ (403) 347-0660. Sporting 2 GEORGE FOREMAN Goods GRILLS, set of Christmas Charm dished, microwave FULL SET OF RAM GOLF & stand, deck umbrella, CLUBS with accessories & 2 electric heaters, chest of cart. $100. 403-343-2719 drawers, bread maker, WESLO 25 TREAD MILL. 13” flat screen TV. Ph. 403-783-4227 All of this for $200. ....SOLD!!!......... AIR CONDITIONER Travel Danby, 5000 BTU. $50. Packages 403-343-0032 KITCHEN TABLE $10 TRAVEL ALBERTA 2 Square tables, 36x36 $10 Alberta offers Foot Warmer $70 SOMETHING Metal Desk & Chair $50 for everyone. Wherever Juicer $50 Make your travel 403-346-7991 plans now.

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Clean, quiet bldg. Call 318-0901. 1 & 2 BDRMS. quiet mature apts., no children, no pets, 403-341-6021 1 BDRM. apt. in Penhold, WE BUY HORSES, $740/mo. immed,. poss., broke, unbroke or incl. most utils,., call unwanted. 403-783-0303 403-886-5288 2 BDRM avail. Sept. 5 to Grain, Feed quiet tenant over 40. Incl. Hay water & heat, security cameras & private parking at 5910-55 Ave. Rent $850, WILL do Custom Baling. s.d. $800. Phone if you JD round net or string wrap. 342-0891 or 340-9111 after 6 have excellent references 403-341-4627 2 BDRM. adult bldg, free laundry, very clean, quiet, lrg. suite, Avail Oct. 1 $850/mo., S.D. $650. Call 403-304-5337 2 BDRM., 2 bath rural CLASSIFICATIONS property, 10 mi. S. of R.D. PLUS 1 bdrm, FOR RENT • 3000-3200 $1200./mo. $750. mo. Both have utils. WANTED • 3250-3390 incld’d. Avail. Aug. 1. Horses privileges avail. 403-396-9808 Houses/ 3 BDRM. 2 baths apt., Duplexes w h e e l c h a i r f r i e n d l y, $1400/mo., incl. heat, 2 BDRM. house. Newly D.D. $1000, n/s, small pet reno’d. 403-872-2472 on approval, Sept. 1, N. Red Deer,, 403-932-0582

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SYLVAN LAKE

2 bdrm, apt., lake view, fireplace, balcony, laundry Large 3 bdrm 1.5 baths and 5 appls. Sorry, no pets. $875, Sim & Thorne PM LTD. 403-347-0755 HEARTHSTONE 403-314-0099 VERY large 1 BDRM. or 403-396-9554 apartment in Ponoka www.hpman.ca $750/mo. inclds. all utils. plus laundry facilities. KITSON CLOSE Avail. now.. 403-993-3441 newer exec. 3 bdrm. bi-level townhouse 1447 sq. ft. 5 appls, 1 1/2 bath, Rooms blinds, lg. balcony, fenced For Rent in rear, front/rear parking, no dogs, rent $1350 FEMALE College Students: SD $1000. n/s Avail. Rooms for rent. Call Aug. 15 & Sept. 1 403-342-5221 for details. 403-304-7576 / 347-7545 ROOM $425mo/d.d. incl. Kyte/Kelloway Cres. everything. After 2:30 pm 403-342-1834 or 598-8757 Lovely 3 level exec. 3 bdrm. townhouse 5 appls, 1 1/2 bath, Warehouse concrete patio, blinds, front/rear parking, no dogs, Space n/s, rent $1350 SD $1000 FOR SALE OR LEASE Avail. Sept. 1 403-304-7576 or 347-7545 2400 sq. ft. bay, complete with washroom/one large SOUTHWOOD PARK office, at 7463 Edgar Ind. 3110-47TH Avenue, Dr. Red Deer. Call Marcel 2 & 3 bdrm. townhouses, 403-588-2428 generously sized, 1 1/2 baths, fenced yards, full bsmts. 403-347-7473, Garage Sorry no pets. Space www.greatapartments.ca 60’ x 32’ heated, 2 doors Riverfront Estates 12’ x 12’ $1700/mo. Sylvan Deluxe 3 bdrm. 1 1/2 bath, Lake area 780-434-0045 bi-level townhouse, 5 appls, blinds, large balcony, Mobile no pets, n/s, $1150 or $1175 along the river. Lot SD $1000. avail. Aug. 15 & Sept. 1 . LACOMBE new park, 403-304-7576 347-7545 animal friendly. Your mobile or ours. 2 or 3 bdrm. WESTPARK Excellent 1st time home 11/2 blocks west of hospital! buyers. 403-588-8820 3 bdrm. bi-level, lg. balcony, no pets, n/s, MOBILE HOME PAD, in rent $1150 SD $1000 Red Deer Close to Gaetz, avail. AUG. 15. & SEPT. 1 2 car park, Shaw cable incl. 403-304-7576 or 347-7545 Lana 403-550-8777

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4x2 crew cab, 20,000 km. Warranty, like new. No tax. $23,000. 403-845-3292 or 403-895-2337 1995 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 blue, propane, L/B, $1200 obo 403-304-8915 1997 FORD F150 reg. cab, green, good cond 318-3040

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2007 SUZUKI 600cc $3888 403-348-8788 AB SPORT & IMPORT

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2006 Honda Odyssey

2008 CADILLAC Escalade loaded, $44,888 403-348-8788

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2004 DODGE 1/2 ton quad cab 4x4. New tires. Great cond. $6500. 403-506-9632

2006 MASERATI Quattroporte Sport GT $50888 dealer serviced 348-8788 Sport & Import

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2009 Malibu 2LT 28,305 km

2007 Audi Q7 AWD 4.2L Pano roof loaded $30,888 7620 Gaetz Ave 348- 8788

2008 F350 Crew Lariat Diesel 37,000km $36,888 Sport & Import 348-8788

2009 YAMAHA STAR 1100CC, BAGS, SHIELD $7888

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2004 CHEV DIESEL leather, loaded $11,600. 403-348-9746

1964 CHEVY 2 383 stroker,auto, $23,888 348-8788 Sport & Import

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1967 SHELBY COBRA GT 500 428 4 SPD. $99,888 348-8788 Sport & Import

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Touring FWD,,DVD,nav. trizone air, lthr., $19,888 403- 348-8788 Sport & Import

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1976 CADILLAC Eldorado Convertible. Clean, no rust, new stereo. $8000 obo. 403-352-9720

2001 HONDA Accord EX Coupe, V6, leather, sunroof, exc. cond. 194,000 kms. $5300. 403-352-1863

2005 Cadillac Escalade AWD DVD loaded $19,888 Sport & Import 348 -8788

1986 FORD 750 Dump truck

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2007 BMW X5 4.8I nav dvd black, $32,888 403-348- 8788

2008 Harley-Davidson F-350 4x4, turbo diesel, 66,946 kms, $44,888 348-8788 Sport & Import

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1986 MAZDA E/C, exc. cond., 5 spd. Asking $2200. 403-341-5966

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2005 GMC YUKON XL SLT. 4x4. Loaded with 5.0 L V8 gas engine, 244,000 km. $8700 o.b.o 403-302-3438.

2007 DODGE Laramie 1500 full load, 4 dr $14,900 403-346-9816

2008 INFINITI M45x AWD, lthr,sunroof, nav, $30,888 348-8788 Sport & Import

2010 FORD F150 XLT 4x2 crew cab, 20,000 km. Warranty, like new. No tax. $23,000. 403-845-3292 or 403-895-2337

1986 MERCEDES 560 SL 19,409 kms $23,888 348-8788 Sport & Import

2003 MERCEDES C320 premium cond., senior driver. 112,000 kms. Clean $11,750. 403-986-4123

2005 HARLEY Springer

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2007 FORD F150, 4x4, Mechanically Inspected, 193,000 kms. Crew cab loaded. $11,000. 403-746-5541

2008 Jeep Liberty Sport North Edition $14,888 348-8788 Sport & Import

2010 FORD FOCUS SEL, fully loaded, $14,900 403-505-9382

1990 BMW 735i 200,000 kms, RWD, p/w, p/s, a/c, custom wheels w/2 sets of tires $4400. 403-340-0438

2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG V8 493 Hp 33,189 km $44,888 AS&I 348-8788

2005 MAZDA 3 FWD, 4 cyl 92,893 kms $8888 348-8788 Sport & Import

2007 JEEP SRT 8 hemi, nav, lthr, sunroof, $26,888 348-8788 Sport & Import

2008 MERCEDES ML320 AWD, turbo diesel ,nav, lthr, $39,888 7620-50 Ave, Sport & Import

2010 JEEP Grand Cherokee

$31,000. 403-598-4131

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2003 SUBARU Legacy 181,000 kms. $6500 runs great 403-304-5035

2005 SUNVOYAGER 40’, 4 slide-outs, 1 owner, N/S, no pets, $84,800. 780-372-2079

2007 PATHFINDER LE,

2008 Mercedes R320 4Matic sunroof, htd. lthr., nav., auto dual air $39,888 348-8788 Sport & Import

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CAT DIESEL HI/LO 5 spd. SHIFT, good working order $9,995. 403-348-9746

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Motorcycles

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2011 HARLEY Davidson Dyna Fat Bob 1000 kms, Stage 1, Screaming Eagle, denim white, $18,500 Bruce 403-350-8488 2005 YAMAHA V STAR CLASSIC 1100CC CRUISER (23,000KMS) W/EXTRAS. RUNS WELL. $4500 OBO 403-304-6671 2003 HARLEY Davidson Dyna Super Glide anniversary addition, forward controls, windshield, mint cond. only 10,000 kms, $13,500 obo Bruce 403-350-8488

Fifth Wheels

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1 9 9 9 T R AV E L A I R E Rustler, 26’, 5th wheel, new tires, new axles, Exc. cond. bought new one. $8500 obo phone 403-318-1913 1999 35’ DUTCHMEN 5TH WHEEL, pulled 600 kms., a.t., heat & air, full bath w/tub in main bdrnm,. suite, 1/2 bath w/dble bunks at rear, 14’ pushout kitchen and living, sleeps 8, exc. cond., n/s, no pets, clean, lots of storage, full hook ups, stove and fridge, $12,000 obo 403-227-6442 403-304-5894

Holiday Trailers

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39’ 2009 SALEM travel trailer, semi park model, self contained, w/holding tanks etc., huge 19’ slide, holding couch, dining set, plus 2 reclining chairs, also bdrm. slide, extra large fridge and cooker, washer/dryer, fireplace, air etc., in exc. cond., $23,800 780-982-9390 Red Deer. can deliver

2007 TIMBERLODGE

28’, fully loaded, sleeps 9, rarely used, moved only twice, some extras incl. Can be viewed 1/2 km east of Red Deer on Hwy 11 near Balmoral Golf Course. $13,000 obo Phone 403-391-2586 2004 HOLIDAIRE 25’ good cond, $8000 403-358-5800

Auto Wreckers

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Syrian rebel abductions show wider regional rift BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS BEIRUT — With gunmen standing in the background, a Syrian rebel video purported Tuesday to show their latest captive: a lone Lebanese Shiite suspected of links to pro-regime Hezbollah whose abduction appears part of a wider strategy shift to target perceived backers of Bashar Assad. A series of hostage-takings aimed at Assad’s few remaining supporters — Iranians and Lebanese Shiites — has sought to both send a message about the rebels’ reach and try to buff their image with seeming propaganda stunts such as captives praising their treatment and denouncing Assad’s regime. It also underscores the broader regional rifts exposed by Syria’s civil war. Sunni powers such as Turkey and Saudi Arabia are strongly with the rebels, and Shiite giant Iran and its proxy Hezbollah in Lebanon are standing by Assad, whose minority Alawite community is an offshoot of Shiite Islam. The abductions suggest the Syrian conflict is taking on increasing sectarian overtones as the country lurches deeper into crisis. The U.N. says an estimated 2.5 million Syrians have been injured, displaced or face problems securing food or other necessities, a sharp rise from about 1 million three months ago. “There is an ongoing humanitarian crisis,” said the U.N. humanitarian chief Valerie Amos after meetings in Damascus to

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Riad Hijab, Syria’s defected former prime minister, speaks at the Hyatt Hotel in Amman, Jordan, Tuesday. Hijab is the highest-ranking political figure to defect from Assad’s regime and in his first public comments since leaving his post and fleeing to Jordan he said Tuesday that the regime was near collapse and urged other political and military leaders to tip the scales and join the rebel side. try to open routes for more international aid into Syria. “It is important that the fighting stops.” In Amman, Jordan, the highest-ranking political defector from Assad’s regime, former prime minister Riad Hijab, called for other top figures in the government and military to join the rebel side.

“The regime is on the verge of collapse morally and economically, in addition to cracks in the military,” Hijab told a news conference in his first public remarks since fleeing to Jordan last week with his family under the protection of the Free Syrian Army. He said he felt “pain in his soul” over the regime’s shell-

ing and other attacks on rebel strongholds as the government stepped up its military offensive. Activists say more than 20,000 people have been killed in the violence since March 2011. “I was powerless to stop the injustice,” Hijab said, speaking in front of the rebel flag. Hours later, the U.S. lifted sanctions on Hijab that sought to freeze his assets. “Syria is full of honourable officials and military leaders who are waiting for the chance to join the revolution,” he said, claiming that Assad’s forces only control 30 per cent of Syria. “I urge the army to follow the example of Egypt’s and Tunisia’s armies — take the side of the people.” Hijab is a Sunni from the eastern province of Deir el-Zour, where rebels claimed to have shot down a regime MiG-23 warplane on Monday and captured the pilot. In the video claiming to show the captive pilot, a rebel insists that he would be treated according to the Geneva Convention — an apparent reply to international denunciations over recent execution-style killings of suspected regime supporters. The authenticity of the video — or the veracity of the rebel claims of downing the warplane — could not be independently confirmed. Syria says the pilot ejected after a technical malfunction in the fighter jet. The latest rebel video — broadcast on the Saudi-owned Al-Arabiya channel — claimed to show a Lebanese Shiite who said he was among 1,500 Hezbollah fighters sent to Syria on Aug. 3 to aid Assad’s military.

Scientists plot driving routes for Mars rover THE ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES — NASA’s newest rover Curiosity has yet to make its first move on Mars, but scientists said Tuesday they are already mapping out possible driving routes to a Martian mountain. Since landing in Gale Crater near the equator last week, the nuclearpowered rover has been busy getting a head-towheel health checkup while parked. It touched down about 5 miles (8 kilometres) from Mount Sharp where signatures of past water have been spotted at the base. Its ultimate goal is to scale the lower slopes in search of the chemical building blocks of life to determine whether the environment was favourable for microbial life. The team is “kind of itching to move at this point,” said deputy project scientist Ashwin Vasavada of the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, which manages the $2.5 billion mission. Scientists have been poring over pictures of the landing site snapped by Curiosity and spacecraft circling overhead.

The pebble-strewn terrain where the rover landed appeared easy to traverse but the landscape gets more rugged the closer to Mount Sharp. The team identified half a dozen potential paths through buttes and mesas that are reminiscent of the southwestern United States. Vasavada estimated it’ll take a year to make the trip to the mountain driving about the length of a football field a day. Along the way, the six-wheel rover will make pit stops to study interesting rocks and scoop up soil. Before Curiosity can explore, it has to go through a laborious check of its tools and systems. It just completed an upgrade to its computers and planned to take its first, albeit short, test drive in several days. Engineers still have to test the rover’s robotic arm and drill later this month before giving the keys to scientists. “We’re trying to just keep our eyes on the prize and finish these checkouts and then get going,” said Vasavada.

File photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

An X-51A WaveRider hypersonic flight test vehicle is uploaded to an Air Force Flight Test Center B-52 for fit testing at Edwards Air Force Base. The Los Angeles Times says the unmanned X-51 WaveRider is expected to reach Mach 6 — or about 3,600 mph — Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2012, when it’s dropped by a B-52 bomber and takes flight off the Southern California coast.

Air Force plans test of unmanned X-51; expected to hit Mach 6 BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. — The Air Force planned a key test Tuesday of an experimental aircraft designed to fly at six times the speed of sound, or about 3,600 mph (6,000 kph). The unmanned X-51 WaveRider was expected to reach Mach 6 after it’s dropped by a B-52 bomber and takes flight off the Southern California coast near Point Mugu. Engineers hoped the X-51 would sustain its top speed for five minutes, twice as long as it’s gone before.

The B-52 took to the skies Tuesday, but no other information about the test flight was available, John Haire, a spokesman for Edwards Air Force Base in California, said in an email. Last year, in its most recent test, the X-51 fell for about four seconds before its booster rocket ignited, but the aircraft failed to separate from the rocket and plunged into the ocean. Designed by Boeing Co., the aircraft is intended to allow the Pentagon to deliver strikes around the globe within minutes.

Obama, Romney spar over health care for elderly BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney accused each other of posing a threat to the well-being of America’s elderly citizens, an issue brought to the fore after Romney chose a running mate who has proposed significantly changing the popular government-funded Medicare health care program that serves tens of millions of seniors. Romney accused Obama on the campaign trail and in TV advertising of cutting Medicare “to pay for Obamacare,” as Republicans often refer to the president’s overhaul of the U.S. health care system. The charge drew a blistering response from Obama’s campaign, which labeled the ad dishonest and hypocritical. Medicare has always been a touchy political subject in a country where senior citizens are among the groups most likely to vote. Elderly voters will be especially crucial in the November presidential contest, expected to be among the closest in U.S. history.

Romney’s accusations were a strong counterattack to Democratic charges that he and Republican vice-presidential candidate U.S. Rep. Paul Ryan would radically remake Medicare. Ryan, a Wisconsin congressman, provoked an outcry by once proposing privatizing the government-run insurance program for the elderly. He has since backed off the idea in favour of a plan that would give future retirees fixed government payments that could either go toward buying private plans or joining a governmentrun program modeled on Medicare. The Romney attack suggests he hopes to overcome a generic Republican disadvantage on the issue of Medicare by telling voters that Obama has cut spending for a program that is overwhelmingly popular, and put the money toward one that is controversial. Obama “has taken $716 billion out of the Medicare trust fund. He’s raided that trust fund,” Romney said at a campaign stop in Ohio, as he neared the end of a multi-state bus trip punctuated by his weekend selection of a running mate. “And you know what he did

with it? He’s used it to pay for Obamacare, a risky, unproven, federal takeover of health care. And If I’m president of the United States, we’re putting the $716 billion back,” he said. Aides said a commercial containing the same allegation would begin airing immediately in several states. In a rebuttal issued shortly after the Romney TV ad was released, Obama spokeswoman Lis Smith said the president’s health care law did not “cut a single guaranteed Medicare benefit, and Mitt Romney embraced the very same savings when he promised he’d sign Paul Ryan’s budget. ...The truth is that the Romney-Ryan budget would end Medicare as we know it.” In the days leading to Ryan’s selection, opinion polls generally showed a close race with Obama holding a modest advantage despite a sluggish economy and unemployment of 8.3 per cent. Romney’s pick for a running mate drew enthusiastic support from conservatives pleased that he had tapped a lawmaker known as an intellectual leader of the effort to rein in big government benefit programs and reduce future deficits.

But Democrats, too, said they were happy with the selection. They have quickly set out to draw attention to Ryan’s plans, which contain deep cuts in projected spending in social programs as well as changes to Medicare for future retirees, and to try and saddle Romney with their political ownership. Polling generally shows that the public places more trust in Democrats’ ability to handle Medicare than they do Republicans. At the same time, polling shows the public strongly believes the financial security of Medicare must be guaranteed for the long term, and government reports for years have warned of a looming shortfall if something isn’t done to change course. Ryan and Romney have both cited a desire to right the program’s finances as a motive for their plans. Ryan, interviewed on Fox News Channel, said he and Romney believe Medicare can be a winning issue for Republicans in the fall. “Absolutely, because we’re the ones who are offering a plan to save Medicare, to protect Medicare, to strengthen Medicare,” he said.

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Commonly used antibiotic can cause severe liver injury: study BY SHERYL UBELACKER THE CANADIAN PRESS Photo by THE CANADIAN PRESS

A child walks on the wet pool deck. Public pools help with summer swelter, but swimmers should beware of infections.

Public pools beat summer heat, but swimmers can get infections BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — Growing up as a competitive swimmer in Halifax, Leslie Oland came home from the pool one day to find an unpleasant surprise. A number of itchy bumps had broken out on her armpit. A doctor eventually told her it was molluscum contagiosum, an infection picked up from skin-to-skin contact with an infected person or infected surfaces. She’s convinced she caught it from her time in public pools. “I was at the pool all the time. And now, when I look at how you catch it, it’s dirty towels or damp towels, which are things you would have around the pool.” Turns out going for a swim may not always be as sexy as it seems. The bumps were about the size of a baby’s fingernail, and ultimately left Oland with pock marks similar to the aftermath of chicken pox. While many Canadians have turned to public pools this summer seeking relief from sweltering temperatures, experts say steps can be taken to prevent pool-related maladies like athlete’s foot and plantar warts, as well as gastrointestinal infections that spread through exposure to bacteria. Responsibility for disease prevention, they say, lies both with those who maintain pools as well as with swimmers themselves. Shelley Beaudet, a senior environmental health officer with Vancouver Coastal Health, says two of the biggest pool-related ailments are infection by cryptosporidium and pseudomonas. Cryptosporidium is spread when those

with gastrointestinal problems like diarrhea use a pool. Pseudomonas, meanwhile, is a germ commonly found in water or soil, and can cause a rash for those who swim in infected water. Both cryptosporidium and pseudomonas are resistant to chlorine. Beaudet says those with gastrointestinal problems should simply stay out of the pool. And pseudomonas can best be avoided by making sure the area surrounding the pool is kept sanitized. Those using hot tubs should keep their eyes peeled for greasy-looking bubbles on top of the water, a sure sign of unsanitary conditions. “Scrub the edges of the pool, anywhere there’s a greasy, slimy layer,” said Beaudet. “Keep chlorine levels accurate and up to standards, and be careful about how you’re adding water.” She says it’s important to add fresh water often, and to avoid leaving the end of a hose on the ground where it can attract bacteria. Mahesh Patel is a manager with the healthy environments sector of Toronto Public Health. The key to avoiding those infections, Patel says, is personal hygiene. “If you have a cut or any kind of infection, don’t go in the pool so you don’t spread infections.” Basic washing before getting in the pool is important, too. “Everyone who enters a pool should take a shower with soap and water. That will remove any sweat, any contaminants on the body before you enter the pool water. When you’re clean and you go into the pool, it doesn’t use up the chlorine, so it protects where it needs to protect.”

TORONTO — A commonly prescribed antibiotic appears to increase the risk of severe liver damage in some older patients, researchers say. Levofloxacin is often prescribed to treat respiratory and sinus infections, as is another drug in the same class, moxifloxacin, which is known to be linked to severe liver damage in patients on rare occasions. In 2010, Health Canada issued a safety warning about this potentially dangerous side-effect of moxifloxacin, which led to a change in its labelling. Levofloxacin appears to carry the same risk of liver damage for some patients, said Dr. David Juurlink Juurlink is a researcher with the Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences in Toronto, who co-authored a study on the drug. The study examined prescription drug and hospitalization records for 144 patients aged 66-plus, who were admitted to Ontario hospitals for acute liver damage following treatment with either of the two antibiotics. None of the patients had a previous history of liver disease. Of these patients, 88 — or more than 61 per cent — died while in hospital, the researchers report in Monday’s issue of the Canadian Medical Association Journal. While the data used in the study don’t provide cause of death, “I think it’s fair to speculate that the majority of them died of the consequences of their liver injury,” Juurlink explained. The researchers looked at the number of patients on moxifloxacin or levofloxacin who developed severe liver damage compared with patients given another commonly prescribed antibiotic called clarithromycin. “I think the main finding of this

study is that both moxifloxacin and levofloxacin ... are associated with a roughly two-fold increase in the risk of serious liver injury, compared to clarithromycin,” he said. In a statement, Health Canada said the risk of liver damage from certain antibiotics within this class of drugs, called the fluoroquinolones, is known. “The labelling for all fluoroquinolone drugs, including levofloxacin, contain important warnings with respect to this risk that is consistent with the study findings,” Health Canada said. “It’s important to note that the risk of liver damage, while increased in an elderly population, is considered to be rare.” While agreeing liver injury from the drugs is rare — six people in 100,000 taking these antibiotics end up in hospital — Juurlink said they do pose a real risk for some patients that doctors need to be aware exists. “I think the other implication is more of a philosophical one: even though drugs for the most part are safe,” all prescription and over-thecounter medications can cause some kind of adverse reaction, ranging from mild to serious, he said. Because certain side-effects for drugs like levofloxacin are rare, they often don’t appear during pre-marketing testing. “It’s only after the drug’s been in use by millions of people that we see reports of this crop up,” Juurlink said. “If the drug is prescribed extremely widely and used by tens of millions of people over the course of many years, then you have a big problem on your hands. “So I think it highlights the fact that there really are no drugs that are free of risk. “And particularly with antibiotics, we want to make sure we, physicians that is, are prescribing them appropriately.”

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and dip or have some sort of game plan for them. ● Pick two breakfasts for the week. And repeat. Smoothies are great because you can mix them up daily to add different superfoods, different berries, and different greens — yes greens. Make sure you are putting these in your smoothie! Have this for Monday through Wednesday, Thursday pick some yogurt, berries, and hemp seeds or a breakfast bar. Keep it simple. ● For lunch and dinner, do one of two things. 1) Make enough dinner to have as leftovers for lunch. 2) Make big batches of Lunch Stuff for the week, ie. get veggies chopped for wraps, make a jumbo Quinoa salad, or a large homemade soup and then keep suppers fairly simple. ● Get your snack on! Always have something in the fridge ready for snacks. Veggies and hummus, fresh fruit (grapes, apples, berries), hardboiled eggs, quinoa cookies in the freezer, or raw chocolates made. ● Don’t feel like you need to make a gourmet dinner each night. Always have those quick and easy meals that you don’t need much time to make. Nachos with refried beans, diced tomatoes and avocado, and frozen organic pizza with a quick side salad. Or a quick brown rice pasta dish with fresh veggies. Decide which nights you actually want to prepare food and leave the others to the simple stuff. ● Always make a “for freezer” item. It’s important to keep your freezer stocked, whether it be with frozen homemade soups, raw bars, frozen homemade treats, raw chocolates or deserts, or quinoa breakfast cookies. Allocating an evening to prep food, including your “for freezer” item will leave you thanking yourself later. Listen to an audio book or watch your fave show while you prep. ● Post on your board: Breakfast: smoothies. Lunch: wraps and leftovers. Dinner: Asian bok choy salad. For the freezer: banana bread. Keep it simple! No more excuses, take the second to try new foods, get in your kitchen and create a simple, usable plan! Kristin Fraser, BSc, is a registered holistic nutritionist and local freelance writer. Her column appears every second Wednesday. She can be reached at kristin@somethingtochewon.ca.

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There’s a huge misconception when it comes to meal planning that it’s too time consuming. If your meal planning regiment is costing you time, then you’re not doing it right! Some of the meal plans out there are incredibly daunting: omelet tortillas for breakfast, turkey burger for lunch with side salad, pork roast for dinner with vegetable and rice on KRISTIN Monday. Tuesday breakfast is FRASER a breakfast egg mcmuffin, lunch is a Greek salad chicken wrap and dinner is beef barley soup with a biscuit. I’m already exhausted and we haven’t gotten to Wednesday! (Not to mention I don’t believe many of these options are even that ideal foods.) There is a much simpler way. The thing about meal planning is that it’s not about coming up with a unique gourmet meal for every meal of the week! I mean really? But it is an important step if you want to stay on top of your health, your meals and get through your week effectively without the struggles of the daily “What should we have for dinner?” So here are some tips to keep it simple and let your meal plan work for you: ● Get something fun to write on that’s postable. I have a chalkboard wall in my kitchen, you could get a mini-chalkboard, a whiteboard or just post a piece of paper on your fridge — just write some ideas! ● Clean out your fridge every week. Get rid of the stuff that didn’t get eaten. You want to start from a clean slate every week. ● Don’t buy things unless you know what you plan to make with it. For example, don’t buy carrots, celery, broccoli and cauliflower in hopes that you will somehow eat it, unless you plan on chopping for a veggie soup, veggies

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Let’s talk about sex JANE FONDA BOTCHED TALK WITH OWN KIDS, PENS BOOK EXPLAINING SEX TO TEENS

TORONTO — After releasing a book last year that explored sexuality at an older age, Jane Fonda says she’s just about finished penning new material geared toward young people who are curious about sex. The 74-year-old bombshell, activist, feminist and workout-tape guru says she’s nearly wrapped a book aimed at middle-school-aged kids and another for teens in high school. Fonda runs two Georgia-based non-profits dealing with adolescent sexuality and reproductive health, and says she’s surprised by the attitudes about sex she’s encountered. “I’ve spent a lot of time with kids and with parents and it’s just stunning how little they know and how nervous parents are about talking,” Fonda said, noting that how and when the books are released will be up to her publisher. “There’s a lot of books about plumbing and how everything works, but . . . I talk about sexuality in the context of identity. That it isn’t just about intercourse, that to be human is to be sexual. There’s nothing dirty or weird about it, and it’s important to understand it very deeply.” And yet, she admits she missed her opportunity to talk to her own kids about sex.

“I did very badly as a parent,” Fonda said. “I was not good. I think I was a few years too late. But I didn’t know enough at the time — that it’s not about waiting and then having the quoteunquote big talk. You have to start young, when they’re young, and in an age-appropriate way to begin to talk about things sexual so it’s no big deal. “And you create an environment where your children feel comfortable coming to you with questions. If they feel that you’re nervous, which you tend to be if you wait to have the big talk, they won’t come to you. “Be what’s called an askable parent,” she added. Fonda speaks so frankly and with such apparent ease about a topic typically taboo in celebrity interviews, it’s easy to see why she took so strongly to her forthright character in the new film, And If We All Lived Together, originally released in France with the title, Et si on vivait tous ensemble? The two-time Academy Award winner portrays the candid, compassionate Jeanne, one of a close-knit cluster of retired Parisiens struggling with how to spend their final years. Jeanne is secretly coping with a fatal diagnosis while tending to her Alzheimer’s-afflicted husband (Pierre Richard). Soon, the pair and three

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Bounty hunter denied visa to travel to U.K. because of murder conviction HONOLULU — Duane “Dog” Chapman has his bags packed for London, but a murder conviction from the late 1970s is keeping him out of the United Kingdom. The reality television star from the show Dog the Bounty Hunter says has was scheduled to appear on Celebrity Big Brother there but was denied a visa. The denial is based on his 1977 murder conviction in Texas. He said Monday from his home in Honolulu he was found guilty of murder even though his role in the crime was being outside when a friend got into an argument Duane ‘Dog’ with a marijuana dealer. He Chapman was paroled after 18 months of his five-year sentence.

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Lee revisits Jackson’s ‘Bad’ at Toronto fest; Redgrave drama to close event LOS ANGELES — Music is highlighting the Toronto International Film Festival with a Michael Jackson documentary from Spike Lee and a closing-night film featuring Vanessa Redgrave as a terminally ill choir singer. Organizers announced Tuesday that Redgrave’s Song for Marion will close next month’s Toronto festival, which runs Sept. 6 to 16 and is one of the key cinema gatherings that kick off Hollywood’s fall movie lineup and Academy Awards season. Lee’s documentary Bad 25 also is playing the festival, marking the 25th anniversary of Jackson’s 1987 album Bad. The film features footage shot by Jackson himself along with interviews with such stars and music producers as Mariah Carey, Sheryl Crow and L.A. Reid.

Clinton, Minnelli among stars at funeral for celebrated composer NEW YORK — Friends and admirers of Marvin Hamlisch including Bill Clinton and Ann-Margret gathered Tuesday in New York City to bid farewell to the celebrated songwriter hailed as “the people’s composer.” Clinton called Hamlisch, whose casket was covered in yellow flowers, a “great, giving genius.” Howard Stringer, head of Sony, called him “the merriest of minstrels.” Hamlisch died Aug. 6 in Los Angeles at age 68. Other guests included Liza Minnelli and ex-Yankee manager Joe Torre.

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