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Results of study reveal more public awareness needed by Treena Mielke Black Press
More public awareness may help bridge the gap between a perceived lack of services in the community and the reality of what is already out there. The results of a $35,000 community needs assessment study completed by HarGroup Management Consultants show that just under half of the respondents don’t know what programs and services are offered. While respondents said they wanted more drop-in sports and arts activities,
report findings indicated the respondents weren’t aware of what was already available. Newspapers, program services brochures and the town’s website were most commonly used to access information. Several participants who said they had visited the Sylvan Lake Community Centre to access information noted they were pleased with the quality and quantity of the information available. However, in many cases, residents who hold these concerns have not accessed community and social programs and services, the report findings state. Community and social development director, Marlene Curtis said increasing awareness will be a priority
for her department. “We will be using the report to identify these areas (where awareness is needed) and look at ways to increase the profile,” she said. “We really want people to be aware of what’s out there and we want to fill in the gaps for the services that are missing. That was the whole purpose of the survey.” The study showed that, overall, residents have a strong sense of community and more than half the respondents indicated someone in their household volunteered. Despite a perceived lack of child care spaces, a concern about a shortage of senior housing and no acute care centre, the results of the study show residents, overall, are
happy living in Sylvan Lake and a strong sense of community exists. The report states Sylvan Lake’s small/ rural atmosphere, scenic beauty and recreational opportunities make it an appealing place to live. Challenges identified by residents who completed the survey appeared to be universal in nature and included being physically inactive and gaining or losing too much weight. Too much stress, not being able to save for retirement, lack of sleep, too much debt and not having access to healthy food were other challenges identified. Continued on page 9.
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Snowmobiles disrupt residential area Jan. 26th 12:05 p.m. Local bylaw enforcement officers were called to an address on Firdale Drive in Sylvan Lake after a complaint was received that several snowmobiles were being driven from a residential address down 60th Street and towards the lake area. The owner was notified of the current bylaw which stipulates
that the machines must be trailered and transported to the lake as they are not allowed within residential areas. A ticket for noncompliance is issued if residents fail to adhere to the bylaw. Jan. 26th 7:58 p.m. RCMP received a complaint of mischief at the Sylvan Lake Walmart. Three teenage males were seen entering the store and
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taking a bench out of the lobby area. The males were captured on video. They returned the bench a short time later and it appears as though they were pulling a prank. Jan. 27th 1:42 a.m. A male is facing charges as a result of a complaint of a vehicle being driven erratically. A vehicle matching the suspect vehicle’s description was located by RCMP on Lakeshore Drive in Sylvan Lake. The driver was found to be sus-
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detachment and released with conditions. Alcohol was a factor in the incident. Jan. 30th 6:32 p.m. An impaired driving complaint at the No Frills gas bar has resulted in several charges being laid against a male. An off duty officer reported seeing the intoxicated male turning west-
bound onto 47th Avenue and obtained the license plate number. RCMP stopped the vehicle on 43rd Street where the driver rolled onto a sidewalk narrowly missing a parked car. He is facing charges of impaired driving, driving while uninsured and failing to properly display a vehicle license plate.
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gency crews, the male and lone occupant of the pickup was located trapped inside the pickup truck. Emergency services used the jaws of life to extract the driver of the pickup. STARS Air Ambulance was dispatched, however, the driver succumbed to his injuries at the scene prior to their arrival and STARS was then called off. It appears that the pickup, which had been
travelling on the township road, struck the front of the southbound train as the train crossed the roadway. An RCMP collision analyst attended the scene and is assisting with the investigation. The township road was closed during the scene investigation, but has now been reopened. The name of the deceased is not being released at this time.
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Report finds town contributed to PC Party by Treena Mielke Black Press
A ball tournament held in the fall of 2010 in Sylvan Lake did not take place on a level playing field according to a report posted by Elections Alberta. The report states the town didn’t play by the rules at the fundraiser for former Tory MLA Luke Ouellette and did not charge the PC Constituency Association for the use of the community centre during the function. Mayor Susan Samson confirmed an invoice had not been issued for the use of the community centre during the ball tournament. She said council was not aware of the situation at the time, noting it was an unfortunate occurrence that happened before CAO Betty Osmond came on board. “I’m not happy that
it happened, but I am very confident it won’t happen again.” Osmond said she became aware of the incident when one of her staff brought it to her attention and wanted direction. “It was very simple. It wasn’t appropriate and it wasn’t legal. As a CAO it is my responsibility to be aware of the legislation. Any such practice was stopped when I came (to Sylvan Lake). As a result of waiving the rental fee, Sylvan Lake has been
singled out in the Elections Alberta report for making a direct contribution of $640 to the InnisfailSy lvan L a ke Progressive Conservative Constituency Association. Because of the infraction, the town was slapped with a $160 penalty from Elections Alberta and the constituency association was ordered to cough up the $640. An investigation by chief electoral officer Brian Fjeldheim’s investigation revealed
45 cases of illegal contributions. The largest contribution came from the Town of Okotoks at $2,550 and the Town of Rimbey made an indirect contribution of $850 when the town paid for two tickets to the premier’s fundraising dinner in Edmonton. Details of violations have been released as far back as December 2009. Infractions that occurred prior to that cannot be released due to the Election Accountability Amendment Act.
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Special Events Saturday, Feb. 9 - Pop Stars and Princesses at Sylvan Lake Municipal Library. Come in costume, enjoy a makeover or karaoke. Lots of activities, music, snacks and stories. Free, limited enrolment, registration required. Saturday, Feb. 9 - Musical at Memorial Beatles tribute by the band ‘Help’. Memorial Presbyterian Church. Doors open 6:30 pm, music at 7. Wine and cheese, silent auction. Tickets at the church office, 5020 48 St. or call 403-887-5702. Sunday, Feb. 10 - Crib tourney at Sylvan Lake Legion, open at 9:30 for registration, play begins 10:30. Includes lunch. Tuesday, Feb. 12 - Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper from 5-7 pm at Memorial Presbyterian Church, 5020 48 Street, Sylvan Lake. Adults $5, children 6-12 years $3, under 6 is free. Saturday, Feb. 16 - Sylvan Lake & District Archives Society is hosting the first of its Centennial Year open houses from 1-3 pm. Our latest display will showcase the churches of the Sylvan Lake district.
Saturday, Feb. 16 - Polar dip and Winterfest activities at the pier area. Lions club serving breakfast at their hall. Watch for more details. Wed., Feb. 27 - Sylvan Lake Seniors Bus to River Cree Casino. The bus leaves at 8:30 a.m. and the cost is $15. Phone Joan at 403-887-7614.
Weekly events Mondays - Parents Connecting Parents from 10-11:30 am. Open discussion, sharing tips and coffee. Children welcome. At Community Partners Association. Mondays - Toastmasters Sylvan’s Slick Speakers meet at Sylvan Lake Alliance Church, 4404 47 Ave. from 7-8:15 pm. Our club is open to everyone wishing to improve their communication and leadership skills. For info call Ian Oostindie 403-887-0968. Tuesdays - Healthy Moms and Healthy Babes at Community Partners Association from 10-11:30 am. Join us for the opportunity to nurture you and your baby’s health (up to 12 months). Free childcare for older siblings. Guest speakers. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays - Terrific Tales for 2’s and 3’s at the Sylvan Lake Municipal Library from 10:1511 am. Stories, finger plays, songs and a simple craft with your 2 or 3 year old. Free, registration required. Wednesdays - Sylvan Lake Community Food Bank issues hampers from 9:30 am to 12 noon. Located in basement of Seventh-day Adventist Church, 4607 47th Ave., Sylvan Lake. Contact 403-887-4534 in you are in need of assistance. Wednesdays - Free family swim from noon to 1 pm. Parents and preschool children invited to interact socially while engaging in activity at Sylvan Lake Aquatic Centre. Must pre-register with Giselle prior to first swim 403-887-9989. Thursdays - Sylvan Lake seniors bus to Red Deer. Pick-up 9:15 am. Returning to Sylvan
1:30 pm. Phone Mary 403-887-4579. Thursdays - Bingo at Sylvan Lake Seniors Centre. Precall at 6:30 bingo starts at 7 pm. Thursdays - TOPS Sylvan Lake chapter meets at Comfort Inn, Sylvan Lake. Weigh-in 7-7:30 pm followed by meeting. All welcome. For info call Kari 403-887-7850. Fridays - “Sit and Be Fit classes with Stephanie” at Sylvan Lake Seniors’ Centre, 11-11:45 am to Feb. 22. For info call Jill 403-887-5428.
Support Programs Sylvan Lake Al-Anon (for families and friends of alcoholics) 8 pm Sundays, Presbyterian Church (north door), Kathy 403-887-4470 or Robyn 403-887-2961. 06/30/13 Sylvan Lake AA meetings. Tuesdays 7:30 pm Lions Hall; Sundays 8 pm Presbyterian Church (north door). For more information about the program, call male 403-8874470, 403-588-5491 or female 403-8874297. 06/30/13 Narcotics Anonymous meetings Thursday nights at 7:30 pm at Sylvan Lake Bethany Care, 4700 47th Ave. 06/30/13 Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? Overweight? Underweight? Obsessed with weight or dieting? You are not alone. No dues, no fees, no weigh-ins. Everyone is welcome. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a 12 step recovery program. For info call Joan at 403-3969371. 06/30/13
Groups & Activities C.H.I.P.S. - Children’s Indoor playspace is a
non-structured playtime for children 0-5 years old. Riding, climbing and bouncing toys provided and parents and caregivers can socialize. Mondays 9-11:30 am; Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30-11:30 am; Thursdays 12:30-2:30 pm. at the community centre. Contact Wendy-Jo for info 403-887-5975.
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Technology offers new and unexpected rewards I came home from work the other day to find my husband sitting all smug and smiling at the kitchen table. I immediately surmised he had had a really good day, while I had been out in the work force doing work force like things -- which inevitably result in exhaustion and overall grouchiness. And so, because of both of the above reasons, I glared at him. “I saw Ben and Dylan today,” he said smugly. Being a working grandma means time spent with the grandchildren is a limited commodity and I became instantly jealous as well as grouchy. “Lucky you,” I said, meaning it. “It’s this facetime thing,” he said proudly, showing me how he could make the little boys’ faces appear on his iPad just like they were really there. And he could talk to them and they could talk back, at least they could, except at least one of them has a vocabulary pretty much limited to ‘hi and bye’. But, so what? The words don’t matter, anyway. Just seeing his little face and watching him smack a ball with his miniature hockey stick is worth a million words. And, I have now discovered seeing him, or any of the little munchkins on face
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When I began considering my career goals several years ago, my research found that the future was bleak for aspiring young journalists looking to break into the industry. Now, however, as I take up my most recent post at the Sylvan Lake News and the Eckville Echo, I couldn’t disagree more with what some so-called experts have said about the state of the industry. Journalism, although not as financially prosperous as it once was, seems to be
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time, evokes a warm, mushy, happy feeling. A hot chocolate with marshmallows or eating chocolate chip cookies with extra chocolate chips kind of feeling, like the world is really a good, nice place, and, for a brief, magical moment at least, there are no bad guys out there. I discovered face time only a couple days ago. Yesterday, my young reporter friend told me my cell phone, as well, has multiple uses that I should tap into. It can take pictures. It can record people’s voices. It can send and receive emails. “You just need the right app’”, he said. “No kidding,” I replied, feeling about 200 years old. I already know some stuff my cell phone can do. It can shatter the sounds of serious negotiations and important quotable quotes in meetings bringing unwelcome attention to reporters such as myself who would do better to be neither seen nor heard when it rings unexpectedly. It can act as an alarm clock piercing the veil of fluffy, happy dreams where all food is calorie free and butterflies and music and flowers are all over the place. It can mysteriously disappear in purses and under car seats especially when the ringer is on silent and it is dark and cold out and
more exciting today than ever. Community newspapers remain an integral part of any town, village or small city, while social media outlets like Twitter and Facebook have helped change the way we gather information, and allow us instant access to breaking news. Journalism is changing; not dying. This sentiment was reinforced for me when I attended the Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association’s annual symposium in Edmonton on Feb. 1 and 2. The event, which I attended for the second time, attracted journalists
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young and old from around the province, and offered a number of extremely insightful education sessions. We learned how to make use of smartphones as tools for nearly every aspect of journalism, and were taught that more and more newspapers around the world are being designed in a way that imitates social media websites. I found it incredibly valuable being able to meet and
chat with other young journalists, and to listen to anecdotes told by the experienced and respected session speakers. Over the course of those two days, I learned that journalists are not suffering because of industry changes. Instead, they are are embracing these changes, and using them to enhance the means by which news is delivered. With that said, here’s a little bit about me: I graduated from the University of Calgary in 2011, and spent several months immediately after working as a freelance writer.
I have worked as a fulltime reporter for newspapers in Ponoka and Lacombe, and, being based in Red Deer, am very familiar with the central Alberta area. Arts and entertainmentrelated stories are my favourite to cover, although working in community news has given me an appreciation of the many different aspects of community life. I look forward to providing you with timely and accurate news, and will do my best to ensure you have all the information you need.
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Reader expresses opinion about idle no more Dear Editor, Idle no more ‚ what a great statement. I agree with it totally. Everyone should. When we pay tuition for our family to enter into higher education situations this is awesome for our students’ future. ‘Idle no more.’ When we become duly employed and are able to purchase those staples to ensure a better lifestyle. ‘Idle no more.’ Housing paid for from the income that we’ve earned from our employment; it’s great‚
idle no more. Health care, dental care, clothing and those extras we all enjoy, paid for by being gainfully busy and employed; idle no more. Paying income tax to maintain our highways and infrastructure that we all enjoy; idle no more. I was born in Canada, as were my children. We worked for everything we enjoy. Our education was paid for by the money we earned and student loans (all paid back by yours truly).
We didn’t get government grants to fix our houses, buy our cars, pay our health costs, etc., etc. Idle no more. If the idle no more cause is to make everyone equal, then bless its cause and message. If it means more handouts, freebies and unaccountable spending of government funds, then it’s more of the same old pattern. What is it that makes us worthy of these benefits is not a birthright, but the inspiration to work hard and earn our
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Lacombe County administration approached council on Jan. 31 seeking more information on the direction of an Agricultural Master Plan. Councillors were presented with a questionnaire to be filled out prior to council’s Feb. 14 meeting, when the questionnaires will be returned to administration. The Agricultural Master Plan was discussed at the Dec. 7 Committee of the
Whole meeting, which resulted in the recommendation that representatives from Alberta Agriculture and Environment and Sustainable Resource Development attend a future council meeting. Keith Boras, manager of environmental and protective services, said plans are underway for a province representative to attend an upcoming meeting, but more general information from councillors was still needed. “We are still unclear as to what you want to see in an
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place in our Canadian society. If idle no more folk want to be treated as
equals, the answer is simple. Don’t take the handouts and free grants, but act like the
rest of us proud Canadians; get a job, earn your way, take care of your expenses
by yourselves and be, ‘idle no more.’ Larry Johnston, Red Deer
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Thursday, February 7, 2013 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Correction It was reported in the front page story of the Jan. 31 edition of The Sylvan Lake News that Sylvan Lake town councillor Sean McIntyre supported the addition of sand above the lake sea wall.
Coun. McIntyre's intentions are, in fact, for the restoration and reconstruction of a beach below the sea wall -- not above it, as was reported. We apologize for the error.
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ffering services that are fun, friendly and professional is the goal of Sylvan Lake’s Liberty Tax Service, which opened in Ryders Square on Feb. 7. And owner Mandy Aitken couldn’t be more excited to bring the fast-growing retail income tax service to town. “I just thought it would be perfect. Liberty Tax Service is a great company with great goals,” she said. “The company is all about great customer service, and is fun and outgoing, yet very professional.” Liberty Tax Service, according to Aitken, is the fastest growing company of its kind in the retail tax preparation industry. Its written guarantee, which ensures 100% satisfaction, has helped the company enhance its reputation, and made it the go-to place for many people every tax season. “Our mission is to provide fast and accurate tax preparation with a money-back guarantee. If you’re not satisÄed, we’ll refund your preparation fees.” Aitken began plans to open a Liberty Tax Service in Sylvan Lake in September of last year, and has dedicated many hours since then to ensuring its successful integration into the community. It’s opening on Feb. 7, she assured beforehand, would be particularly satisfying. “I compare it to running a marathon — you don’t get a break until you’re Änished,” she said, adding that she felt Sylvan Lake would be the ideal place for the company’s presence. “I really needed to get a feel to see if Sylvan was a place for us to open this business, and
Kaden Jeffrey McDermott Born April 26, 2012 in Red Deer, AB
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f h t I’ve I’ heard, h d people l are very excited it d from what about it. “We want to maintain that excitement, and create a good rapport with clients to uphold Liberty Tax Service’s excellent reputation.” A grand opening at the new Liberty Tax Service ofÄce is set to take place on Saturday, Feb. 16 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., and will offer members of the community the chance to meet and chat with the company’s staff. “Our grand opening is a way to celebrate, introduce ourselves and our service, tour your new Liberty Tax ofÄce, and give back to our community,” said Aitken. “We will hold a rafÅe draw with such great prizes as Liberty Tax hoodies, free tax returns for Äve years, gift baskets and more with 100% proceeds being donated to the Sylvan Lake Community Partners’ Association.” Also taking place during the grand opening will be face painting, artist balloon making, and a colouring contest for children. Liberty Tax Service, located at 420, 3715-47 Ave. in Sylvan Lake, is proud to offer yearround one-stop shopping for all of your income tax preparation needs. It is open seven days a week with extended business hours, and offers a variety of services, including fast instant refunds, basic to complex tax returns, business and rental properties, investments, and multi-year Äling. “We are here to serve you, answer your questions and review any income tax return from prior years,” said Aitken. “We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, Feb 16th from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.” More information on Liberty Tax Services can be obtained by calling 403-887-7714.
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69 years ago ... From the issue of February 2, 1944
Sylvan Lake’s annual bonspiel got underway this morning with 24 rinks competing in four competitions. Two additional sheets of ice have been made on the skating rink, giving the players four rinks to curl on. This innovation, made feasible by the pre-
vailing moderate temperatures and pleasant weather, permits a much more pleasant schedule, giving rinks at least two games a day. Visiting teams are from Leslieville, Rocky Mountain House, Red Deer, Rimbey, Evarts, Bentley, Benalto and Eckville. ♦ ♦ ♦ The Ladies’ Aid Burns night entertainment proved a very enjoyable function. There was a good turnout and all spoke well of the excellent program. ♦ ♦ ♦ In 122 units reporting, Sylvan Lake stood 23rd in the province for November Sales of War Savings Certificates. Sales amounted to $1,148. ♦ ♦ ♦ Word has been received from
Albert Martz, who was wounded during action Christmas week, that he is getting along O.K.
50 years ago ...
From the issue of February 7, 1963
A very successful John Deere Day was held at Lakeview Garage on Monday with a large crowd attending. This is the 34th year that Mr. Joe Untinen has been host to the John Deere Shows which have been much appreciated by the farmers and their families and also residents of the town. Those attending the picture show in the Uptown Theatre and looking over the fine display of machinery at the garage, claimed it was a worth while show as much was learned about machinery and farming. ♦ ♦ ♦
Sylvan’s 100th
What is the threat? What can I do to protect myself and my family? What can I do to train myself to increase the chance for survival for me and my family? What is Sylvan Lake’s probable role if a nuclear war affected Canada? Will we all die in the event of a Nuclear War? How far has the Government progressed in its planning for a disaster such as a Nuclear War? What is Radioactive Fallout and what are its probable effects? These questions and many others will be answered during a course in civil defence orientation to be held in Sylvan Lake School Feb. 25. Mr. B. C. Learned, Sylvan Lake’s new director of civil defence, said it’s the duty of each one of us, not only to our country, but our family and community, to learn all we can.
$12,165 and growing
- Sylvan Lake’s first settlers, the Alexandre Loiselle family in front of their hotel. This group includes, Ogden Wilkinson, Mrs. Alexandre Loiselle, Mr. Loiselle, Lily Knoepfli, Laura Loiselle (granddaughter), Arthur Loiselle (grandson), Mrs. Roy Wells (nee Della Loiselle and later, Mrs. Henry Hussfeldt), Roy Wells. No mention is made of the gentleman sitting in front with dog. This is one of a series of historic photos we’ll publish during Sylvan Lake’s 100th anniversary. If you’ve got a photo you’d like us to print, please get in touch with editor Steve Dills at 403-8872331 or email it to editor@sylvanlakenews.com along with as much information as you can PHOTO COURTESY SYLVAN LAKE & DISTRICT ARCHIVES SOCIETY provide.
by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
During Sylvan Lake’s Centennial we’re going to attempt to quantify the generosity of our community with information and a running tally of donations to various groups and
organizations. Year-to-date total $12,165 • The Sylvan Lake branch of the Royal Bank donated $2,000 to C. P. Blakely Elementary School’s breakfast program. (picture in last week’s edition) To provide informa-
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More public awareness needed Continued from page 1. As Sylvan Lake is comprised primarily of a younger community, (at present seven out of 10 residents are under 45 years of age) available child care services is a priority. Two-thirds of the survey respondents with children or youth said they would use child care services in Sylvan Lake if space was available, with only
one third of the respondents stating they used child care. Cost and lack of space were the main reasons cited for not using child care. The fear of their children being bullied was identified as an issue by parents who filled out the survey, along with the need to street proof their children. About one in four respondents anticipate needing to move into
seniors housing within the next five years and another quarter within the next five to 10 years. Many residents would like to continue to live in Sylvan Lake into old age, yet they perceive that the area lacks housing options and services to do so. Some residents foresee advantages to having a public transportation system available to
address the challenge of traveling to Red Deer. In conducting the survey, a mailing list of 7,456 addresses was comprised from tax assessment systems from the Town of Sylvan Lake, the summer villages and Red Deer County. A total of 862 residents replied.
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DEFINING MOMENTS
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defining moment may be described as a moment in time which provides emphasis for change and the interpretation of events. The entire world experienced one. Reflect on Nagasaki. Every country has had one. Think Sept. 11, 2001. Canada came close to total chaos in 1990 with the results of the referendum on national unity. The birth of a first grandchild, the hour an inheritance was assured by the courts, the sickening realization a long-term marriage was over – all these qualify as “defining moments”. We can all recite exactly what we were doing when the call came.
St. Thomas, whose surname was Didymus (“the twin”), had a staggering turnabout in life the moment he caressed his Master’s wounded hands. Doubt fled. Faith flowed. Previously nicknamed “The Doubter”, he became a crusader for Christ in his own country as well as far-off India. He paid the ultimate price in the end for his diligence. Martyrdom. His defining moment remains an exhibit for all to see how a life can change with a significant spiritual encounter. A moment in time which defines the future may be viewed with passion, terror or a sense of desolation. Nevertheless, it cannot be altered, decorated or dressed down in any way. It just is.
By Virginia Lynn
Sponsored by Sponsored by the the Churches Churches of of Sylvan Sylvan Lake Lake Ministerial Ministerial Association Association Alliance Community Church 4404 - 47th Avenue
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Worship Service 9:30 am & 11:00 am Sunday School during 9:30 am service
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Sunday Services FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH & Sunday School
Anglican Church
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February 10 - Holy Communion with Rev. Ethel English (BAS)
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Sunday Service at 10:30 am Youth Services Friday at 7:00 pm Everyone is encouraged & welcomed to join us.
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Seventh-day Adventist Church 4607 - 47 Avenue
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Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. Saturday 10:45 a.m. Hour of Worship Watch Bill Santos/Mark Finley on the It Is Written TV Show, Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. on CTV. Pastor Warren Kay
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH Worshipping at Seventh–day Adventist Church 4607-47 Avenue
Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. 4:00 pm Services Last Sunday of each month. Pastor Fred Albert 403-391-8773 lutheranchurchsylvan@hotmail.com “Experience the unconditional love of God in Jesus Christ.” (John 3:16) SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:45 a.m.
Sylvan Lake Apostolic Lutheran Church 3 miles south, 2 1/2 miles west of Sylvan Lake
Sunday School 10:15 am Church Services 11:30 am
Senior Pastor: Rev. Kevin Haugan Associate Pastor: Rev. Jim Rilling Youth Pastor: Rev. John Haazen
Church of the Nazarene “Experience the unconditional love of God in Jesus Christ.” (John 403-887-5687 Pastor Barry Sigurdson3:16)
STEFFIE WOIMA SCHOOL - 4720 - 45 AVE. Sunday School 9:45 am Worship Service 11:00 am
Memorial Presbyterian Church 5020 48 Street 403-887-5702 www.slmpc.ca E-mail: memorial_office@shaw.ca
Feb. 10 Service 10:30am
Transfiguration Sunday P W S & D Presentation Rev. Jin Woo Kim
Sunday School, Youth Group & Nursery Youth Fundraiser Following Service “Casserole Comfort”
www.sylvanlakealc.org Contact Chairman Lyle Hillman 587-797-1269
Our Lady of the Assumption Roman Catholic Church
Mass Times Parish Priest: Saturday Evening: 5033-47a Avenue Sylvan Lake 5:00 p.m. Email: ourloa@telus.net Sunday Morning: Rimbey 9:00 a.m. Administration Office: Sylvan Lake 11:00 a.m. Sylvan Lake 403-887-2398 (Last Sunday of each month 9:00 a.m.) Rimbey 403-843-2126 Weekday mass Wednesdays and Fridays 9:00am After Hours: Cell: 403-963-0954
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TOWN MEETINGS TOWN COUNCIL MEETING February 11, 2013 Town Office 5:30 p.m.
MPC MEETING
February 18, 2013 Town Office 6:00 p.m.
Returning OfÀcer - Term Position
The Returning Of¿cer is responsible to oversee all aspects of the 2013 Municipal Election, including: •Recruiting, training and supervision of the election of¿cers who staff the polling stations. •Perform the services of Returning Of¿cer in accordance with the requirements set out in the Local Authorities Election Act (R.S.A. Chapter L-21 as amended) for the 2013 Municipal Election for the Town. •Work cooperatively with the Legislative and Administrative Services department of the Town of Sylvan Lake throughout the duration of the election process and provide the Town with status reports (written or verbal) upon request. •Maintain con¿dentiality of all documents created for and as a result of the 2013 Municipal Election (either electronic or hard copy) •Maintain appropriate records in accordance with the Records Retention and Disposition Bylaw of the Town pertaining to the 2013 Municipal Election and all related matters. •Transfer all electronic and hard copy records to the Town for retention no later than 3 weeks after the 2013 Municipal Election date. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: •Experience in the Elections, preferably in a supervisory/ Returning Of¿cer capacity •Excellent ability to organize a team and ensure clarity of roles. •Effective communications skills, particularly in the training arena •Ability to defuse dif¿cult situations when required. •Possess exceptional multitasking skills •Proven ability to maintain detailed records. •Ability to work Àexible schedules depending on the work demands. This position is a term position commencing upon completion of this competition and ¿nishing 3 ù 4 weeks after the Municipal Election. This is a great opportunity to be involved in a Ïhands onÎ manner with a Municipal Election. You have a strong desire to make a difference and give back to the community. We offer competitive rates and a strong Town team to work with. If you are interested, please submit your resume, stating the position you are interested in to: Town of Sylvan Lake 4926 - 50 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1A1 Attention: Marilee Littman Fax: (403) 887-3660 E-mail: mlittman@sylvanlake.ca All successful candidates will be contacted.
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Town of Sylvan Lake has an opportunity available for the design and construction of a new Town parade Ă oat. Proposals marked “Design & Construction- Town of Sylvan Lake Parade Floatâ€? shall be received at the following address, to the attention of: Joanne Gaudet Town of Sylvan Lake 4926 50th Avenue Sylvan Lake AB T4S 1A1
Completed proposals must be received no later than Friday, February 15th, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. Late proposals will not be accepted.
For a more detailed list of proposal requirements, please visit www.sylvanlake.ca/proposals-tenders.htm or Joanne Gaudet at 403-887-2141.
PROPOSAL FOR 2013 CAPITAL PROJECTS The Public Works Department is seeking proposals from qualiĂ€ed engineering Ă€rms to design, tender and provide construction services for the following 2013 Capital Projects: Waste Water Main Upgrade (Phase 1) Water Main Replacement / Twinning Documents will be available from the Municipal Operations Building at #1, Industrial Drive, during normal ofĂ€ce hours or through an e-mail request to David Kelham, Engineering Technician @ dkelham@sylvanlake.ca, on and after Monday, February 11th, 2013. Completed proposals must be received at: Town of Sylvan Lake 4926 – 50th Avenue Sylvan Lake AB T4S 1A1 no later than Monday, February 25th, 2013 at 2:00 p.m., Mountain Standard Time. Late proposals will not be accepted. Proposals must be presented or delivered in sealed packages, clearly marked “Proposal for 2013 Capital Projectsâ€?. Faxed or other electronically transmitted proposals will not be accepted. All inquiries related to this Request for Proposal shall be directed to: Mr. Alan Gassor or Mr. David Kelham Town of Sylvan Lake Tel: 403.887.2800 (8am – 4pm)
Request for Proposals- Tourism Strategy The Town of Sylvan Lake has an opportunity available for the development of a corporate Town Tourism Strategy to guide Tourism initiatives within the community. Proposals marked “Tourism Strategyâ€? shall be received at the following address to the attention of: Joanne Gaudet - Communications OfĂ€cer Town of Sylvan Lake – 4926- 50 Ave Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1A1 Complete proposals must be received no later than Friday, February 22, 2013 at 3:00 pm. Late proposals will not be accepted. For more detailed information about proposal requirements please visit www.sylvanlake.ca/proposals-tenders.htm or contact Joanne Gaudet at 403-887-2141.
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Central Alberta continues to welcome international students by Stuart Fullarton Sylvan Lake News
A Vancouver-based non-profit student exchange organization offering world travel opportunities to students at home and abroad is seeking host families in the central Alberta area. Global Partners, for the past 20 years, has been bringing students from all around the world to Canada, placing them in the homes of local families while they attend school and become integrated into Canadian culture. About 10 international students currently reside and attend school in Sylvan Lake, Red Deer, Innisfail and Spruce View, with another group set to arrive in the summer for the upcoming school year. Families in the area are needed to welcome these students into their homes, and to help them adjust to the Canadian way of life for the duration of their
stay. “We’re always looking for good families,” said Valerie Schirru, area co-ordinator for Global Partners. The loss of several families who have previously hosted students has created an opportunity for other families to get involved. A number of requirements must be met in order for a family to act as a host, however, being able to provide basic necessities for the students and helping them become settled during their time in Canada are two of the primary considerations. Schirru said some students settle more easily than others, while some have difficulty adjusting to a new culture and learning a new language. “Sometimes there is a little bit of culture shock” she said. “Usually when they get here, it’s a language thing, and then halfway through the year, they get homesick. For some of them it can be a big
challenge. “It’s just a matter of finding a family that can get them through that and kind of keep them busy and just treat them like they’re part of the family.” Schirru assured that most students who visit do not want to leave by the time their 10-month stay is over. During her 16 years as a host, not one has requested to go home early. “We have kids that come back and visit” she said. “I think it really opens their eyes. It really changes you to be in another culture and learn another language.” Momoe Hamada, a 16-year-old HJ Cody School exchange student from Tokyo, Japan is currently living with Schirru, and is making the most of her time in Canada. She spent the morning of Jan. 30 talking to students at Steffie Woima Elementary School describing Japanese culture to them. “I like Canada, even snow,” she said. “Tokyo
is busy, but here, everyone is friendly.” Hamada decided to relocate to Canada as an exchange student having previously spent four weeks in Vancouver. During her time here, she’s spent time ice fishing, skating and learning English. One of Schirru’s previous international students from Germany was introduced to skating and hockey during her time in Canada. Such was her passion for the sport that she continued playing upon her return home, eventually earning a spot on the German national team. Schirru said host families are needed not just in Sylvan Lake, but throughout central Alberta. Students will arrive in August for the upcoming 2013-14 school year, and leave in June of next year. Families interested in hosting students are asked to contact Valerie Schirru at 403-8872336.
Sliding
- Regan Painchaud from Sylvan Lake was out with his son, five-year-old Remy Feb. 3 to enjoy some fun in the snow. The weather was conducive to being outside and getting some fresh air. TREENA MIELKE
Active living promoted by Treena Mielke Black Press
Sylvan Lake is one of 10 communities in Alberta who has been selected to participate in a provincial initiative designed to enhance active living. Alberta Cancer Prevention Legacy Fund, Alberta Health Services and Alberta Parks and Recreation have partnered together for an active community strategy initiative which is designed to help promote active living and zero in on gaps which may cause barriers to people taking advantage of resources
which are available. Carol Petersen, contractor with Alberta Recreation and Parks Association said $10,000 has been earmarked for the project. A committee has been struck to ascertain that the community is utilizing its resources for active living to the utmost and determining if there are areas that need to be enhanced. “The committee is made up of a cross section of people. We’re just getting rolling, but we have a lot of great local people involved and it is very positive,” said Petersen. Chris Lust, who is on
the committee said she is excited about the initiative. “It’s a matter of taking advantage of what we’ve already got,’ she said. Mayor Susan Samson, also a committee member, said she is pleased to be part of the initiative which falls closely on the heels of a recently completed needs assessment study in which being overweight and inactive was identified as a major concern. For more information about the active community strategy contact Patci Hopkins at patci. hopkins@albertahealthservices.ca
Celebrate something you can share.... Stars
- École Steffie Woima Elementary School awarded its monthly Star Student awards on Jan. 30. Recipients of the award were: Jaime Scott, Grayson Umlah, Phoenix Hubl, Kreisha Simon, Ke-anna Fox, Jashin Declare, Gavin Dewolfe, Kaede Thompson, Preston Bradstock, Kennedy Burvill, Harrison Breeze, Mackala Devoe, Ava Walker, Mya Maxwell, Bria Nystrom, Lachlan Brown, Maghan Ballantyne, Jasmine Allers, Xanthan Hubl, Ethan Rutherford, Rebecca Rush, Harper Gemmell, Jakob Weimer, Carter Mcfayden, Natalie Ginter, Keely Appell, Kellie Berry, Kayla Casebeer, Kiara Webb, Gavin Halvorson, Carson Hunt, Kenedie Miles, Eli Lauder, Ella Tymensen, Thai Mack, Emma Clark, Justin Gyori, Alyssa Caines, Sadie Fraser, Holden Schwindt, Alfie Lindley, Noah Pickering, Zoe Dickens, Tanisha Scott, Jessica Routhier, Zoe De Jonge, Madison Saunders, Noah Rumbolt, Ayla Haverluck, Kalie Watson, Connor Wegmann, Kerri Mcdougall, Tasia Lozo, and Mackenzie Ives. STUART FULLARTON
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Amended clubroot policy approved by Lacombe County by Stuart Fullarton Sylvan Lake News
Lacombe County Council unanimously approved an amended Clubroot of Canola Policy AG(11) on Jan. 31. The move came as the result of two meetings held by an ad hoc committee, which met on Nov. 16 and 29 to discuss the policy and provide input. “It simply adds some
things that the committee wanted to see in the policy,” said Keith Boras, manager of environmental and protective services, adding that the policy is similar to one that was proposed in August of last year. “The only difference really would be the revisal about planting grass on the areas where you find the clubroot infestation. Other than that, it
addresses the size, and it addresses the clubroot-resistant varieties.” Based on the meetings of the committee, which consisted of 14 agricultural producers and seven councillors, it was recommended to council that clubrootinfested areas refrain from canola production for four years with clubroot-resistant canola being seeded on the fifth year, and that
Lacombe County Council has given first reading to Bylaw No. 1172/13 and Bylaw No. 1173/13, the purpose of which are to amend the general regulations and policies in both the County’s Land Use Bylaw and Municipal Development Plan. The amendments are being proposed to provide greater clarity to the regulations and address any issues which have arisen since the adoption of the documents in 2007. Examples of some of these amendments include: addition of “city” to policy 3.10 (a)(i) clarification of the definition for front lot line; inclusion of maximum site coverage regulation for the Country Residential “RCR” District; the Country Residential Estate “R-CRE” District; and the Residential Conservation Cluster “R-RCC” District; and the addition of setbacks to the Higher Density Lakeshore Residential “R-HDLR” District.
infected areas three acres or less in size be seeded to grass with a buffer area created around the infestation. Field inspections will be carried out either by the county or by inspectors hired by the county, with inspection notifications to be posted in advance. “What the committee felt was appropriate is, in August, we will run ads in the County News, just reminding producers and notifying them that we’re going to start our clubroot inspections,” said agricultural fieldman Dion Burlock. “The committee was comfortable with that and
by Stuart Fullarton Sylvan Lake News
Lacombe
County
Council gave its endorsement to administration’s State of the Environment report on Jan. 31, meaning the report will soon
TENDERS FOR CARETAKERS OPEN CREEK DAM CAMPGROUND
Anyone wishing to comment on the proposed amendments will have an opportunity to do so at a public hearing which has been arranged for:
From May 1, 2013 to September 30, 2013.
February 14, 2013 9:00 AM Lacombe County Council Chambers located 2½ miles west of Highway 2 at the intersection of Spruceville Road and Highway 12
For more information contact: DARYL HUNT, Box 634, Rimbey Alberta, T0C 2J0 Phone: 403-843-6466 Fax: 403-843-6491
If you are unable to attend the hearing, written submissions can be made to the County. You will, however, need to ensure that your comments are received by the County prior to the date of the hearing. Your comments can be sent by email to info@lacombecounty.com, by fax to 403-782-3820 or by mail to RR 3, Lacombe AB T4L 2N3. All submissions will be public information.
ALLAN MUDDLE, Phone: 403-843-6824 Fax: 403-843-6880
For more information, please contact the Planning and Development Department. Dale Freitag, RPP, MCIP Manager of Planning Services Lacombe County, RR 3, Lacombe AB T4L 2N3
DEADLINE FOR TENDERS: MARCH 15, 2013
Phone: 403-782-6601; Fax: 403-782-3820
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long and onerous process, but I think at the end of the day it’s good. “It addresses concerns, it dispels rumours, and I know sometimes that maybe it seemed a bit frustrating to some, but I think it was something that needed to happen and it happened.” Knight also voiced her appreciation of the ad hoc committee’s participation in the process. “There was good involvement and good input, and we have a number of producers now out there with correct information. “When you ask people to participate in an
ad hoc committee, and they do, you have to respect what they have said, and I think we have.” C oun. Rod McDermand was equally pleased with the manner in which the situation was handled by those involved. “I think we’ve covered it all,” he said. “It was a good process.” The ad hoc committee also discussed the possibility of organizing clubroot information and education sessions for local producers. Burlock said such sessions would be possible, and would be looked at by the county in the future.
Approved environment report set to be distributed
A copy of Bylaw No. 1172/13 and Bylaw No. 1173/13 describing the proposed amendments may be obtained from the County’s Planning and Development Department or by visiting the County’s website at www.lacombecounty.com.
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they thought it was fair.” In January 2008, Lacombe County Council approved the Clubroot of Canola Police AG(11) following increased outbreaks around the Edmonton area. Since then, the policy has been reviewed and updated several times, in keeping with the county’s efforts to minimize the impact of clubroot. Coun. Brenda Knight said she was pleased with the outcome of the process, and feels the hard work put in by everyone involved was well worth it. “I know this was a
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be available for distribution throughout the county. The report was endorsed after councillors and administration were given the chance to submit their criticisms of, and suggestions for, a draft of the report presented to council in November. “Since then, we’ve received a lot of input from council and we fully believe this is going to be a much better document because of the input that we’ve received,” said Keith Boras, manager of environmental and protective services. Boras commended environment co-ordinator Blayne West for her work in revising the report, and felt that the changes made to it have made it ready for publication. “Blayne has done a lot of work restructuring the document by including things that we’ve missed and removing some things that may have been seen as not appropriate for the document. We are at a point where we would like to have it endorsed by council so that we can start moving ahead.” West, in a document prepared for council, noted that the report’s purpose is to “examine the state of the environment in Lacombe County through a scientific and socio-economic planning structure,” and felt it would be an important tool for evaluating the effect of the county’s management actions on
local environmental conditions. In the weeks following the presentation of the draft, Boras and West met with councillors to obtain their feedback on the report, and to give them the opportunity to voice their suggestions for its improvement. The new report reflects the councillors’ remarks, and will be reviewed and updated regularly to ensure its content stays relevant. “The plan is to continuously update this document on an annual basis, but do a complete review probably every five years,” said Boras. “This would be our baseline document for developing our environmental management plan, and it would be living.” Coun. Brenda Knight thanked West for her patience in answering the councillors’ questions pertaining to the report, and Coun. Cliff Soper stated his appreciation of being able to provide feedback. “My initial concerns were all responded to, and I think right now, we’ve got a very, very good document, and it’s related to the fact that we’ve all had an opportunity to provide our feedback.” Reeve Ken Wigmore also voiced his approval. “I found it a nice document to read,” he said. The report will be professionally designed and edited for a cost of around $975, before it is published and distributed.
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Program provides information, assistance to seniors seeking financial support are offered by the provincial government, said coordinator Chloe Lester. There are four components of the the government programs for qualified seniors 65 and over. The financial assistance benefit offers a cash benefit to low income seniors to assist them with their day-today needs. The optical and dental program is income based and helps seniors obtain assistance for optical and dental services. The special needs assistance program helps seniors to stay in their own homes by providing support for things like health care costs, housing costs, repairs, and ramps. Then there’s the education tax assis-
by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
Providing “less confusing” information about financial support programs available to seniors is the goal of a program which is celebrating seven years of operation at Sylvan Lake Seniors Centre. Started in 2006, the Seniors Benefits Program is an initiative between the Sylvan L ake S eniors Association and the town’s Family & Community Support Services. The association provides the services at the centre while FCSS provides funding to operate the program. The Seniors Benefits Program provides information and accessibility to seniors’ financial programs that
tance program which locks the amount of education tax payable by seniors on their property bill at the amount it was in 2004 or in the year they turned 65, whichever is more recent. Lester said they provide a walk-in, free service for seniors looking for information or who need help understanding and filling out forms. “Our primary function is to assist people in completing forms and looking after their distribution (to the proper government agency).” “We have information about all the programs and can answer questions,” said Lester of herself and volunteers trained to help. Their hours are Thursdays from 9 a.m.
to noon and 1-4 p.m. in the seniors centre on 50th Avenue. People may also contact the seniors centre at 403887-5428 on Thursdays for more information. The provincial programs augment federal programs such as guaranteed income supplement, Old Age Security and Canada Pension Plan. While they don’t really deal with the federal programs, they’re able to direct people to the right sources to make sure they’re getting what they’re entitled to receive. Since 2006 the Seniors Benefits Program has helped 2,776 clients in the Sylvan Lake Seniors Centre and logged over 3,000 volunteer hours, said Lester. “Volunteers are always welcome,”
added seniors association president Don MacKenzie. “We provide training and ongoing support for volunteers.” They also liaise with a seniors programs advisor who works for the provincial govern-
ment in Red Deer. While the support programs are available only for those 65 and older, they welcome younger volunteers who are interested in working with seniors and helping people. In fact, there’s a real need
for volunteers, added MacKenzie. Besides information on support programs, the centre maintains an extensive resource centre with information on a variety of things that relate to seniors’ issues.
Welcome
-Welcome Wagon representative Robben Stappard presents a plaque to Dan McLean, Greg Weik and Chris McNeil of Sylvan Agencies Insurance on Jan. 28 in appreciation of their company’s 20 years of sponsorship of the Welcome Wagon program. Welcome Wagon is a free service that offers greetings to new residents in the area, and to families with newborn babies. Representatives are currently seeking sponsors for the program. STUART FULLARTON
Sylvan Lake Minor Hockey Association
Weekly Game Results! For the weekend of February 1-3, 2013
4 YEAR OLD DYNAMITE LAKERS
Lakers did a lot of skating. Lakers also did passing and shooting drills this week. +of the Week – Eric Bennett
TERRY’S LEASE MAINTENANCE DYMANITE LAKERS Lakers 11 Lacombe 5 Lakers 4 Rimbey 14 +of the Week – Joey Pieroway
DQ GRILL & CHILL DYNAMITE LAKERS
No Games +of the Week – Our Coaches. Thanks for the awesome job!
WATTS PROJECTS DYNAMITE LAKERS Lakers 9 Blackfalds 11 +of the Week – Avery Shadbolt
CASTAWAY SOURCE FOR SPORTS NOVICE LAKERS Lakers 15 Rocky 1 Lakers 10 Stony Plain 1 +of the Week – Dodge Belanger
SYLVAN LAKE ADMIRALS NOVICE LAKERS Lakers 18 Lacombe 5 +of the Week – Hayden Siemens
SYLVAN AGENICES NOVICE LAKERS Lakers 15 Okotoks 1 Lakers 6 Sundre 6 +of the Week – Devin Klumpenhower
DIVERSIFIED PRODUCTS NOVICE LAKERS
STRATEGIS GROUP ATOM B LAKERS Lakers 9 Maskwascis 10 +of the Week – Ella Gulayets
ATOM B LAKERS
Lakers 6 Lacombe 3 +of the Week – Elizabeth Fonda
TRILLIANT REAL ESTATE PEEWEE AA LAKERS
Lakers played in the Eckville Tournament Lakers won 1 lost 2 +of the Week – Brennan Stene
Lakers 9 Red Deer 3 Provincial Game Lakers 8 Medicine Hat 3 +of the Week – Austin Gallant
COMPLETE ATHLETE ATOM AA LAKERS
SCOTIABANK PEEWEE A LAKERS
Lakers 8 Red Deer 3 Lakers 4 Red Deer 2 Provincial Game +of the Week – Jordan Karcha
SERVUS CREDIT UNION ATOM A LAKERS Lakers 1 Lacombe 15 +of the Week – Reece Brigley
Lakers are the Champions of the Canal Flats Tournament +of the Week – Kale Lavallee
COMFORT INN PEEWEE B LAKERS
Lakers 4 Stettler 4 Lakers 7 Blackfalds 2
ETR TRUCK & TRAILER REPAIR PEEWEE B2 LAKERS
Lakers played in the Innisfail Tournament Lakers won A finals +of the Week – Holden Rauch
SYLVAN CONCRETE BANTAM AA LAKERS Lakers 5 Red Deer 1 +of the Week – Kade Garitty
RED CORE BANTAM A LAKERS
THE CO-OPERATORS - HARBOUR INSURANCE GROUP MIDGET A LAKERS No Games
MIDGET B1 LAKERS
Lakers 7 Hobbema 2 Lakers 5 Hobbema 6 +of the Week – Andrew Jensen
MIDGET B2 LAKERS
Lakers 3 Stettler 2 +of the Week – Kale Dolan
No Games
SYLVAN TRUCK RANCH BANTAM B LAKERS No Games
BANTAM B LAKERS No Games
BARNZEE SPORTSWEAR MIDGET AA LAKERS Lakers 9 Red Deer 3 Provincial Game Lakers 7 Red Deer 1 Provincial Game +of the Week – Brett Frisneth
BOSTON PIZZA ATOM FEMALE LAKERS Lakers played Olds +of the Week – Maddie Laturnus
SCOTIABANK PEEWEE FEMALE LAKERS
Lakers 6 Hobbema 1 Lakers 3 Rimbey 1 +of the Week – Jaeden Simpsen
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Centennial winter skate huge success by Treena Mielke Black Press
The Sylvan Lake arena and multiplex were filled with throngs of spectators as young stars on ice from clubs throughout Alberta gathered for the Sylvan Lake Figure Skating Club’s Centennial Winter Skate. The competition, held Feb.1 to 3 attracted more than 600 skaters, 14 of whom were boys, said competition chairman Shelly Suggett. “We had skaters from all over Alberta. It worked out well for us as we are a central location, but we didn’t dream it would be this big.” Skaters came from Edson, Grand Prairie, St. Paul, Edmonton, Calgary, Cold Lake, Rocky Mountain House, Drayton Valley, Blackfalds, Stony Plain, Lacombe and Stettler and other points throughout Alberta. Suggett said this is the first figure skating competition the present club members have hosted and it was an excellent experience. “It has been a learning experience for all of us and so enjoyable. We have seen lots of tears, cheers, skaters in beautiful skating costumes and, last, but certainly not least, tons of hairspray and glitter.”
Suggett said the volunteers who participated in the event deserve kudos. “We have amazing, amazing volunteers. We had club members volunteer as well as local individuals and organizations and the judges and data specialists came from all over Central Alberta.” “The input we have been getting is very positive and people are leaving with a smile on their face. We got a lot of compliments from out of towners. People say they would definitely come back if we hosted another one.” For Mary Lagrange, a first year skater from the Sylvan Lake skating club, the centennial skate was her first competition. The 12-year-old, who appeared somewhat anxious as she waited her turn to go on the ice, said she was looking forward to performing. “I like the competition,” she said. Thirteen-year-old Mia Pajic and fourteen-yearold Megan Devries from Stony Plain chatted about the competition while waiting outside a dressing room in the arena to go out on the ice. “It’s fun and exciting,” said Pajic. “I like watching the other skaters.” The girls were both staying out of town for the competition, but said they liked Sylvan Lake. “It’s a cute little town,” said Devries. This paper is
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The Neon Blades, Victoria Matejka, 13, Nicole Suggett, 14 and Allison Kondor, 12, from the Sylvan Lake Skating Club performed and helped out as volunteers during the Centennial Winter Skate.
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Peyton Sawatzky, Kiya Jonker, Presley Butler and Emma Linklater from the Thorncliff/Greenview Skating Club in Calgary won bronze medals at the Centennial Winter Skate.
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Safe smart sledding saves lives by Cpl. Darrin Turnbull Special to Sylvan Lake News
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The RCMP in Alberta would like to remind snowmobilers to remain safe while they are having fun with their friends and family. In Alberta, a snowmobile driver under the influence of alcohol or drugs can be charged with the same impaired driving offences as the driver of a car or truck on a highway. Penalties include: fines, loss of driver’s licence, a criminal record and for subsequent convictions, and/or a jail sentence. A conviction will affect the driver’s privileges to operate any type of motor vehicle, including offhighway vehicles and snowmobiles, on public roadways or public land. Every year, people are injured and killed while snowmobiling, a popular winter recreational activity in Alberta. The major contributing factors in serious snowmobile incidents include excessive speed, not checking the thickness of ice on rivers and lakes, inexperience, inattention, and operating under the influence of alcohol or drugs. From 1997 to 2006, there were 345 collisions involving 378 motorized snow vehicles. Sixty per cent of these collisions resulted in either death or injury. These statistics do not include collisions that occurred on private property. Be prepared and have the right equipment • Keep the snowmobile in good working order, and do a pre-ride inspection
before every trip. • Wear a proper-fitting safety-certified snowmobile helmet and make sure to have it buckled up at all times. The chinstrap should be snug. • Wear a wind-resistant and water-repellent snowmobile suit or a buoyant snowmobile suit if you travel over frozen water. • Dress in layers to maintain proper body warmth and prevent hands and feet from freezing. • Wear a turtleneck sweater or neck warmer instead of a scarf that can catch in moving parts. • Wear reflective clothing when riding. • Carry a first-aid kit, an emergency tool kit, an extra key, and a survival kit that includes flares. Carry a cellular phone if you’re in an area with service. • Carry an avalanche beacon, probe and shovel, and make sure everyone knows how to use them in the event of an avalanche in backcountry or mountainous terrain. Ride safely and obey the law • Operate at safe and reasonable speeds, driving within your capability. Reckless riders can be charged under the Traffic Safety Act. • Keep headlights and tail lights on at all times to be more visible. • Use extra caution while riding at night. Most collisions occur during poor visibility. • Travel on the right-hand side of the trail and obey trail signs. • Use the proper hand signals. • Know the terrain, stay on approved snowmobile trails and never ride on
private property without permission. • Watch for potential hazards and ride at reasonable speed for the terrain. • Use extreme caution when riding on frozen lakes, rivers and ponds. Check with local authorities to make sure the ice is thick enough to ride on. • Use the buddy system and never ride alone. Inform someone of your route and how long you plan to be gone. • Do not carry more than one passenger with you. If your snowmobile is designed for one rider only, ride alone. • Do not pull people on saucers, tubes, tires, sleds or skis behind a snowmobile. • Exercise extreme caution when crossing a road. • Make sure your snowmobile is registered and insured if you are riding on property other than your own. New Information • The operator of a snowmobile can be charged under the new provisions of Bill 26 concerning indefinite licence suspensions/immediate roadside sanctions and the associated vehicle seizures. Use care and caution when snowmobiling with children Operating a snowmobile requires the same maturity required to drive a car. By law, snowmobile drivers must be at least 14 years of age to operate a snowmobile independently. For more information about traffic safety, contact the Office of Traffic Safety at 780-422-8839 or visit http://www.saferoads.com/
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Elizabeth Moore qualifies for Nationals in Montreal by Kim Matthews Special to the Sylvan Lake News
This past weekend three Sylvan Lake Nautical swimmers went with Coach Trevor Burns to Lethbridge to attend the 2013 Alberta Senior Championship. In order to attend you have to be a senior (age 15 or over with minimum of a ‘B’ qualifying time) and swimmers under the age of 15 must have achieved a minimum of a 15-16 year old ‘A’ time in an event. From our club we had Chase Murdoch, 16, Amber Carson, 14, and Elizabeth Moore, 11. Chase Murdoch had a great weekend getting two personal best times and also two new club records. He achieved a personal best time and a club record in the 100m freestyle and then in the 100m Individual Medley in which he also achieved a Senior ‘A’ time. Chase made it into two finals, finishing 24th in the 50m freestyle. Amber Carson also had an outstanding meet getting five personal best times and five new club records for her swims in the 50m and 200m butterfly and the 50m, 100m and 400m freestyle.
Amber made finals in the 100m butterfly placing 18th and the 200m butterfly placing 17th. She took off a whopping 9.15 seconds in her 400m freestyle and narrowly missed breaking the fiveminute mark. She also earned herself a 15-16 year old ‘A’ time in her 50m butterfly. Throughout the seven events Amber competed in, she was competing with swimmers ranging in numbers from 34 to 113. Elizabeth Moore, who swam her way to Nationals in Montreal in July, earned herself personal best times and new club records in the 50m breaststroke, 200m breaststroke and the 200m Individual medley and a personal best in the 50m freestyle. Elizabeth also made it into two finals; the 50m breaststroke which she placed 24th out of 86 swimmers and the 200m breaststroke in which she placed 19th out of 53. She earned herself a senior ‘A’ time for her 50m breaststroke swim, but even more noteworthy, she earned herself a 12-year-old National Qualifying Time in both the 50m and 200m breaststroke events. These two National times added to her previous one in the 100m breaststroke have qualified her for the National meet in Montreal this summer.
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DATING SERVICE. Long-term/short-term relationships. Free to try! 1-877-297-9883. Live intimate conversation, Call #7878 or 1-888-534-6984. Live adult 1on1 Call 1-866-311-9640 or #5015. Meet local single ladies. 1-877-804-5381. (18+). Tired of Standing? Find something to sit on in Classifieds
DENIED CANADA Pension Plan Disability Benefits? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Call Allison Schmidt at 1-877-793-3222. www.dcac.ca. TRUE PSYCHICS! 4 Answers call now 24/7 Toll Free 1-877-342-3036; Mobile: # 4486; www.truepsychics.ca.
Plumbing & Heating
Rental Equipment
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Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990 Aircraft ..............................1510 Antiques & Art ..................1520 Auctions ............................1530 Bicycles ............................1540 Building Supplies ..............1550 Business Machines ..........1560 Cameras & Accessories ..1570 Children’s Items ................1580 Clothing ............................1590 Computers ........................1600 Concert & Event Tickets ..1610 Equipment - Misc. ............1620 Equipment - Heavy ..........1630 Tools ................................1640 Farmers’ Market & Food Basket......................1650 Firewood ..........................1660 Lumber ............................1670 Garden Supplies ..............1680 Lawn Tractors ..................1690 Health, Dietary, Beauty ....1700 Household Appliances......1710 Household Furnishings ....1720 TV’s, Stereos, VCR’s ........1730 Hot Tubs & Accessories ..1740 Jewellery ..........................1750 Kid’s Deals........................1755 Misc. For Sale ..................1760 Musical Instruments..........1770 Music Lessons..................1780 Piano & Organs ................1790 Office Supplies ................1800 Pets & Supplies ................1810 Pet Services ....................1820 Cats ..................................1830 Dogs ................................1840 Sports Cards ....................1850 Sporting Goods ................1860 Collectors’ Items ..............1870 Swap, Barter & Trade ......1880 Travel Packages ..............1900 Wedding Supplies ............1910 Recycled Products............1920 Wanted to Buy ..................1930 Items to Give Away ..........1940
Auctions
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1 HOME QTR & 18 Parcels of Farmland - Davidson, Saskatchewan Sorgaard Ranches Ltd - 2290+/- title acres. 3 bedroom bungalow, 30 X 50 ft. garage, selling at the Saskatoon Auction March 19/13. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers: 1-800-491-4494; rbauction.com 7TH ANNUAL COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION & SPEED SHOW March 15 - 17/13, Red Deer Westerner Park. Featuring Big Schwag & indoor car show! Exhibitor space available. Consign your car; estate today. 1-888-296-0528 ext. 102; EGauctions.com. BUD HAYNES FIREARMS AUCTION. Sat., March 2, 2013, 9 a.m. Bay 4, 7429 - 49 Ave., Red Deer. Estate George Huebner. Taking Consignments; Phone 403-347-5855; www.budhaynesauctions.com
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RITCHIE BROS UNRESERVED AUCTION. Edmonton, March 7. Two Parcels of Farmland located at Grassland, Alberta. For more info contact John Kiszka, 780-689-3076 or visit: rbauction.com/realestate.
Well Drilling
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• General Equipment Rental • STIHL Products Dealer #30 Industrial Drive 403-887-0012
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Agricultural #2000 - #2290
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Canada & USA coins, C o m m e r c i a l s t a i n l e s s Livestock washer & dryer sets, Stainless Steel Hydro Therapy REGISTERED BLACK tub, Massage tables, & RED ANGUS COWS. A s s o r t m e n t o f H a n d & Vicwin Angus Farm, Lacombe Power tools, Household, Vic Rowley 403-318-7363 Furniture, Antiques & Collectibles, Metal toys, Everything is packed in Grain, Feed trailers‌ Just too much to Hay mention. Sale is Subject to additions and deletion. HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Pilgrim Auction Springthrashed Canola. Service Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. 403-556-5531 Buying damaged or www.auctionsales.ca offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickupâ€? Westcan Feed & Grain, RITCHIE BROS 1-877-250-5252. UNRESERVED AUCTION. Edmonton, April 24 & 25. Residential Golf Community Houses/ Lot Development Project in Duplexes Vulcan, Alberta. Contact Dean Pollock 403-650-1996 or visit: HOUSE rbauction.com/realestate
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FOR RENT
Building Supplies
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BIG BUILDING SALE. “This is a clearance you don’t want to miss!� 20x20 $3,985, 25x24 $4,595, 30x36 $6,859, 35x48 $11,200, 40x52 $13,100, 47x76 $18,265. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca
2 Bedroom, 1 bathroom. 1 Block from Beach. Lakeview view from living & dining room. Very large treed yard. 5 Appliances. 5039 - 49 St. 1450.00/mo. Gas+ Electric
403-887-2805 For Rent
For Rent #3000 - #3200 Suites
2 BDRM. furn. apt. Sylvan Lake. No pets, n/s. $1200/mo. utils. incl. 403-887-4610 BACHELOR SUITES FOR RENT ranging $550-$650 $300 d.d. All rooms above Hazzard County Bar & Grill. Call 403-887-5235 ask for Char
Rooms For Rent
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LOGS
Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346
Misc. for Sale
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SAWMILLS from only $3997. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD; www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT. 1-800-566-6899 ext. 400OT.
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Well Drilling
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QUIET Bungalow in Sylvan Lake. Two rooms available. $500 & $600. Females preferred.. 403-864-4435
Offices
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Real Estate #4000 - #4190 Manufactured Homes
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$2 MILLION INVENTORY Blowout! 15 homes targeted! Prices starting from $92,500. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Boss says they have to go! 148/142 East Lake Blvd., Airdrie. 1-800-461-7632 1-877-945-1272; www. unitedhomescanada.com
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METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Best prices! 36� Hi-Tensile TUFF-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft. 40 Year Warranty. ALTA-WIDE Builders Supplies 1-888-263-8254.
Firewood
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ROOM in safe quiet respectable home, Sylvan Lake, 3 blks. from downtown, all amenities, clean, quiet, respectful lady, employed,n/s, no pets, criminal check, ref’s, DD, $550, 403-887-5227
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BRIGHT Lower unit in Family 4-Plex. 4 appliances. Large shared yard. N/P N/S ONLY $875 + G & E. Avail NOW. LUCKY PLACE 3 bdrm Townhouse. 1 1/2 baths Fenced yard. Unfin bsmnt. Easy access to Hwy 11. N/P N/S Avail. March 1
BIRCHCLIFF LANE Gorgeous Executive style home. Perfect for Mature Tenants. 4 bdrm & 4 baths. TV room. Large deck & patio & yard Lovely Secluded rural lot. DOUBLE GARAGE! N/P N/S
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The Kevin Lapp Real Estate Team has been busy the last 4 months selling homes in ALL price ranges.
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To have your home added to the list of SOLDS give us a call. Office: 403-887-1237 Email: kevin@kevinlapp.ca
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86 Old Boomer Rd
$294,900
26 Rafferty Crt
$235,000
5110 48 Ave
$299,900
16 Regatta Way
$349,900
218-100 Lakeway Blvd
$241,900
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94 Fieldstone Way
$479,900
Sylvan
10 Leonard Cl
$819,900
Red Deer
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4 Legacy Cove
$569,900
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81 Fieldstone Way
$829,900
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Market Update remaxsylvanlake.com® RE/MAX real estate central alberta
Outstanding Agents. Outstanding Results. ®
Each office is independently owned and operated
Canada Housing & Mortgage Corporation defines a balanced market as one where 30% of the home inventory sells each month. Average number of homes for sale in the Sylvan Lake Area* in January:
Sales to Listing Ratio:
145
15.2%
Sylvan Lake Area is defined as the Town of Sylvan Lake and the Sylvan Lake Summer Villages.
Number of MLS Sales in the Sylvan Lake Area* in January:
Market Favours:
22
BUYERS
Sylvan Lake Area is defined as the Town of Sylvan Lake and the Sylvan Lake Summer Villages.
Least Active Price Range:
Pending Sales:
$100,000 – $150,000
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Most Active Price Range:
Most Expensive Home Sold in January:
$250,000 – $300,000
$485,000
Lorne Therriault
Willard Morris
Carl Stepp
Sandi Hallgren
Alf Moore
Robert Popilchak
Glen Goodall
403-396-1584
403-318-4547
403-358-9300
403-887-2217
403-350-6193
403-350-8708
403-318-0604
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robertpopilchak@remax.net
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lorne@isellsylvanlake.com www.willardmorris.com www.sylvanlakehouseguy.com sandihallgren@remax.net
Caroline Boivin
Gord Steinbach
403-896-8500
403-505-2004
cbrealestate.ca
gordsteinbach@remax.net
24 Hrs Ph: 403-887-2217 Fax: 403-887-3165 Toll Free: 1-877-373-6296 Office: #1, 4914 50 Ave. Sylvan Lake