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Polar Bear Dip raises thousands by Treena Mielke Black Press

Fre-e-zing - Jody Hinshaw (left) and Julie Saby from Sylvan Lake were among the 41 participants in the Polar Bear Dip held in Sylvan Lake Feb. 16. The weather was unseasonably warm and a good crowd showed up to watch the fun. The ladies were taking part to raise funds for Community Partners. A total of $24,346.50 was raised for 12 organizations through the dip. Treena Mielke Photo

The polar bear dip might not be a big thing for bears, but for humans, even though the cause is a good one, and it might be fun, exhilarating and exciting, mostly it’s just cold. Really, really cold. For 20-year-old Julie Saby the shock of her body hitting the frigid water of Sylvan Lake, water that is usually buried under a thick layer of ice, is like getting a needle. The pain is sharp, intense, and quick. And then it’s over. “It’s so fast,” said Saby. “The time leading up to it is the worst thing.” Saby participated in the polar dip with her friend, Jody Hinshaw. The ladies wore borrowed bathing costumes from the ’20s. Saby, who also participated in the dip in 2011, came home from Edmonton where she is a third-year biology student at the University of Alberta to take part in this year’s jump. “It’s definitely an adrenalin rush” she said. “And it’s for a good cause.” Jody Hinshaw has participated in the polar bear dip three times. This year, she said she especially loved her ’20s style bathing suit. Continued on page 9

Winterfest provides weekend of entertainment by Treena Mielke Black Press

The winterfest, held last weekend, gave Sylvan Lake a chance to prove it truly is a town for all seasons. And the event, which featured a variety

of indoor and outdoor activities, including the ever popular polar bear dip and the first ever 24-hour skating marathon, did just that. The above average temperatures may have contributed to the size of the crowd that gathered on the frozen lake to watch more than 40 brave souls leap into the icy

waters, and in the process, raise thousands of dollars for local charities. Sylvan Lake resident Grace Baxter, was part of the crowd who stood on the sidelines cheering as the polar dip participants braved the elements. “You have to appreciate the people jumping in,” she said. “The vast majority of us are

too chicken to do it.” The skating marathon, another test of endurance, attracted 17 skaters and a great many volunteers, some of whom kept skaters supplied with food and warm drinks during a long, cold night and onto the next day. Continued on page 7

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Satisfying end to 24-hour speedskating marathon by Treena Mielke Black Press

Art Goelema admits to being physically and emotionally exhausted after organizing and competing in a 24-hour speedskating marathon held in Sylvan Lake last the weekend. “But it’s a very satisfying tired,” he said, Tuesday. “It’s awesome. We made history. And skating through the night, that was awesome.” The marathon included 17 skaters divided into three teams. During the marathon, which began at 2 p.m. Sunday and ended at 2 p.m. Monday, the skaters covered 606 kilometers. Teams skated for an hour, then took two hours off, then skated again until the marathon was completed. Goelema, who has participated in five marathons, said this one was the toughest.” “Your body gets so tired. You just want sleep,” he said. However, he said skating through the night was an incredible experience and he didn’t feel the cold.

Fred Van Den Linde, Sietze Sietsema, Kees Bottenberg, Lenny Van Aken, Rick Dykstra, Bernard Riddar and Hendrik Helmig were among the skaters who took part in the 24-hour speed skating marathon held on Sylvan Lake Feb. 16 and 17. TREENA MIELKE

“You don’t want it to end. Your body doesn’t get cold when you skate.” The marathon, which raised more than $10,000 for the Children’s Wish Foundation would not have been possible without the help of volunteers, said Goelema. “We had a huge amount of volunteers and they deserve a special thank you. And we also had many sponsors who gave of their equipment and food. I can’t say enough about all the people who helped us make this a success and helped us make history.” Goelema is also grateful to the Foothills Marathon Association and the Town of Sylvan Lake for their support. The annual Foothills Speedskating Marathon will begin Friday. Feb. 22 to 24 will be busy in Sylvan Lake with aces and tours going on throughout the weekend. New this year is the Kortebaan, a 160 metre sprint, which will take place at noon Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Lake access key for Lacombe County by Stuart Fullarton Sylvan Lake News

Lacombe County is opposing plans by Red Deer County to close a road at the shoreline of a popular Sylvan Lake boat launch, which Red Deer County says is frequently misused and abused. Bylaw No. 2013/1 was given first reading by Red Deer County council on Jan. 15, and, if passed, would see the closure of Range Road 21 where it meets the Sylvan Lake shoreline near the Summer Village of Half Moon Bay. Red Deer County legislative services manager Nancy Lougheed, in a letter to Lacombe County commissioner Terry Hager, noted that the road, which leads directly into the lake, has been a popu-

lar site for launching boats in recent years, but lacks proper facilities such as garbage disposal, parking and washrooms. Red Deer County is looking at installing a barrier at the end of the road, which would allow access to the lake by foot only. But Lacombe County is against the proposed closure, and feels that the use of the site as a boat launch alleviates congestion at other public lake access points. “We’ve been really focusing our efforts on attempting to find additional access points onto Sylvan Lake and expanding the existing access points, and we just don’t see the closure of this particular location as benefiting that cause,” said Lacombe County manager of corporate services Tim Timmons.

Timmons added that Red Deer County’s concerns regarding the road were acknowledged by Lacombe County, which has previously experienced similar problems with other lake access points. Closing the Range Road 21 access point, however, he said would only compound Lacombe County’s lake access issues. “We respect their concerns, but in the overall interest of access to the lake, we would encourage them to maintain (the lake access point).” Lacombe County council at its Feb. 14 regular meeting approved a resolution to encourage Red Deer County to not approve the bylaw, and will have an elected official present at the bylaw’s public hearing on March 5.

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More smoking bans in our nanny state Putting the “red” governments are in Red Deer, that obsessed with saving George city’s politburo has smokers from themBrown enacted a bylaw selves and microBlack Press under the same managing the lives of authority Ponoka the proletariat. town council used to Alberta Health restrict liquor sales hours and has Minister Fred Horne wants to follow toughened its Smoke Free Bylaw for the City of Leduc’s lead and ban “the safety, health and welfare of smoking in vehicles if there is a paspeople and the protection of people senger under the voting age. and property.” It is now illegal to Shouldn’t that be a decision made by smoke within 10 metres of play- a parent, not a minister of the grounds, skateboard parks, toboggan Crown? Will the government insist hills, sports fields and skating rinks. family court judges give more weight Council is considering a ban on in custody battles to the parent who smoking at children’s festivals, along doesn’t smoke? parade routes and public markets. Next there will be a ban on smokPersonal choice and property ing in private homes, because, well, rights aside, anti-smoking activists smokers are stupid and deserve to be have had science on their side in punished. Should the cable guy their victories to ban smoking in the refuse to enter your home if you’re a workplace but outdoor bans to pro- smoker? Isn’t he entitled to a smoketect children from minimal exposure free workplace? to wafting secondhand smoke is The marginal health effects of more about prejudice and preference passive smoking in close contact than science. Sanctimonious non- with heavy smokers is the basis for smokers are again flexing their moral most bans on smoking in office superiority on the minority. buildings, apartments, bars and resThe very acts these coddled chil- taurants ? trumping the property dren are in parks to enjoy are more rights of their owners. If a restauralikely to cause them injury than a few teur wants to prohibit smoking, so be particles of secondhand smoke: bro- it. Others may wish to permit smokken bones in the skate park, concus- ing and cater to that clientele. The sions from toboggan hills and bro- marketplace will sort that out. Let ken teeth playing hockey are com- governments ban smoking in govmonplace. ernment buildings it owns and leave Smoking tobacco is legal in the owners of commercial and priCanada and it is a treasured source vate property decide for themselves. of tax revenue for senior levels of Employees can decide for themselves government but at the same time, whether they want to work in a

smoking environment. Smokers and Big Tobacco are adapting to these restrictions and now e-cigarettes are making their way onto the market. E-cigarettes are small cigarette-shaped canisters that are used to stimulate the sensation of smoking. Batteries within the canisters heat up fluid-filled cartridges that then give off a vapour that resembles smoke. E-cigarettes containing nicotine are not yet legal in Canada and hundreds of commercial shipments of e-cigarettes have been seized at the border over the last few years. E-cigarettes might help those interested in quitting to ease their

addiction, or it could perpetuate the addiction of smokers who now have a less obtrusive way to smoke in public. We’ll soon found out for sure whether governments and antismokers are truly concerned about nicotine addiction, secondary health hazards or tax revenue. Black Press editor George Brown grew up in a non-smoking home and made the lifestyle choice decades ago to enjoy premium cigars. He is courteous when he smokes and willingly accommodates those who senses are offended. He is also willing to share a cigar with fellow cigar enthusiasts.

Who says print media is on the way out? In my opinion at least, newspapers continue to play a vital role in communication and, for that matter, lack of communication. As every couple who has been married for longer than a minute knows, there is nothing quite like putting up the newspaper in front of your face to buffer any unwelcome comments such as “about that VISA bill,” or “how could you forget one or all of the following: birthday, anniversary or Johnny’s soccer game? Even a laptop doesn’t work quite as well as hiding behind a newspaper. Despite rumors to the contrary, young men and women, wearing enthusiasm, vitality and optimism like shields to protect them from real life daggers that seem to pierce all of us at one

time or another, still are choosing journalism as a career. And they are ready and willing to do the work: cover meetings, take pictures and bring back stories. In short, they want to report the news, and the questions of who, what, why, where and how are as relevant today as they were yesterday. But, and I will be the first to admit this, the steps to doing all of the above has taken a drastic leap from the way it was then to the way it is now. Years ago, when I was young and still cutting my teeth in the reporting business with a Pentax 1000 camera, and a darkroom and hunched over a light table learning to cut and paste, I befriended an old gentleman

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who had been a newspaper guy forever. He fit the stereotype. He was grouchy. He was old. And, not so much for those reasons, but because he was a part of a world that held a fascination for me, a stay at home mom who had little experience in the media other than the ability to string sentences together, I liked him. And so he would tell me about the days of hot lead and the printing press and then he would recite some Robert Service poetry just in case my interest waned. And I would listen and absorb every word and think

he was very cool, but old. Today, that role was reversed. I was sitting in the the new reporter’s office, chatting the way reporters do after deadlines have been met and the newspaper, for better or worse, is on the street. For some reason, I don’t know why, the conversation drifted around to ‘back in the day.’ And before I knew it I found myself telling him my story. “I had an old camera, a Pentax 1000 when I started,” I reminisced. “There was no zoom, everything was manual. It worked for me,” I mused, almost forgetting he was there. “And, the darkroom. Of course, we had to do everything, you know. We had to

roll our own film, develop the negatives, make the prints. And then we had to get everything to fit on the pages on these huge light tables. It was all cut and paste in those days, you know.” He nods politely and suddenly I am reminded of how old I really am. “Things have changed, that is for sure,” I mutter as I go back to my own computer which should, but doesn’t, make reporting, easier. But it is comforting to know that no matter how much the steps have changed, some things never have and never will. Deadlines. The importance of accuracy. And the words, “is the paper here yet?” It’s the same today as it was yesterday. And that is good!

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Sharing - Kaelynne Schwab, six, and Coryn Tardif, five, enjoyed crafts at the Sylvan Lake library’s winter craft activity held Feb. 16.

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Brothers win at fishing derby by Treena Mielke Black Press

Blue skies, thick ice on Sylvan Lake and unseasonably warm temperatures were great lures for youngsters to try their luck at a fishing derby held last Saturday. Dave Lloyd from the Sylvan Lake and District Fish and Game Association said 50 youngsters participated in the association’s annual youth fishing derby.

“It was a pretty good turnout,” he said. “We had excellent weather and the kids all had a good time.” During the derby, held on the west side of Norglenwold, four fish were caught. First place went to Wade Brown, who managed to snag a 12-pound pike and second place went to his 14-year-old brother Cole who caught a 3.5 lb pike. Eleven-year-old Adam Davis and 15-year-old Michael Davis each caught 1.5 lb. walleye.

Raising funds - The 1st Sylvan Lake Scouts were busy selling popcorn during Winterfest festivities on Feb. 16. Pictured here are Preston Johnson, Tristan Johnson, Tyler O’Connor, Jim Hicks, Trina Kleckner, Jaxon Kleckner and Michelle O’Connor.

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Special Events 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. Friday, March 1 - Fourth annual Sylvan Lake Pond Hockey Tournament. Over 50 teams. Watch for more info at www.sylvanlakepondhockey.ca. On Fri., Mach 1 the World Day of Prayer will be held at St. Mary’s & St. Timothy’s Anglican Church, 4308-50 Ave., Sylvan Lake. The evening service is at 7:30 p.m. and the afternoon service is at Bethany Lodge at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 2 - March Movie Marathon at the Sylvan Lake Municipal Library. “Hop,” “Chicken Little” and “Easter Parade” from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Free, drop in. Monday, March 11 - Sylvan Lake Blizzard Soccer Club annual general meeting and registration night from 6 to 7 p.m. at Fine Arts Center (Fox Run/Mother Teresa Schools). Please complete your registration online at www.sylvanlakesoccer.ca prior to the AGM. Tuesday, March 12 - Canadian Diabetes Association free Educational Expo and Trade Show from 6 to 9 p.m. Exhibits on healthy living, nutrition, stress, foot care, eye health, cardiovascular health, insulin pumps and much more. Register by March 8. Call 403-346-4631. Limited seating. Wednesday, March 13 - Central Alberta Homeschool Players present “Shakespeare comes to Calamity Creek” at Lighthouse

Christian Academy in Sylvan Lake at 7 p.m. Free will offering taken during intermission to cover production costs, no assigned seating. Further performances on Thursday, March 14 at 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Friday, March 15 at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 16 - Home Business Info Fair at the Multi-plex (upstairs mezzanine) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $2 admission goes to Youth Bowling Sylvan Lake. Call 403-887-8702 for more info. Sunday, March 17 - Irish Stew Supper from 4 to 7 p.m. at Mother Teresa School in Sylvan Lake. Silent auction, cake walk and family entertainment. Call Corinne for info at 403-887-6371 or 403-887-0173.

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 10:15-11 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 Healing Paths Counselling support groups for 2013. 8-week depression recovery program beginning March 3. 12-week recovery program for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse beginning in April. Sylvan Lake locations TBA. To enroll, contact rachel@sylvanlakecounselling.ca or megan@sylvanlakecounselling.ca. 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 403-887-4470, 403-5885491 or female 403-887-4297. 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 403-396-9371. 06/30/13

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Bargain - John Lincoln from Sylvan Lake chats with Diane Hermary from Housewarmings, one of the vendors at the Sylvan Lake Farmer’s Market held Feb. 16. The Farmer’s Market, held at the Sylvan Lake Community Centre, was a busy place with lots of people checking out the many booths and tables set up. TREENA MIELKE

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Theft and vandalism reported around Sylvan Lake February 9th 12:15 a.m. – RCMP received a call of an intoxicated male trying to leave an address on Sylvan Drive in a brown car. The male was in a cab but had gotten out of the vehicle and there was concern that he might be trying to get into another vehicle. Police arrived and arrested the male for public intoxication. He was released when sober. 11:20 a.m. – A resident reported that his truck and ATV were stolen from his property on Harrison Road in Sylvan Lake. The owner was not present and the keys were not in the truck at the time of the

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incident. An investigation is continuing into the matter. February 10th 3:22 a.m. – RCMP members were on patrol on Highway 20 at 47th Avenue in Sylvan Lake when they spotted a possible impaired driver. They pulled over the vehicle and found the female driver to be intoxicated by drugs. The vehicle was seized for three days. A female is facing impaired driving charges. February 11th 8:21 a.m. – Several incidences of vehicle

vandalism were reported around Sylvan Lake of the February 9-10th weekend. Residents reported the windows smashed out on their vehicles which were parked at various locations including Reynolds Road, Rafferty Court, Wildrose Drive and Herder Drive. Anyone with information on those responsible for the vandalism is asked to contact Sylvan Lake RCMP. 7:10 p.m. – RCMP are investigating a break and enter into a residence in the Eckville area. A relative of the homeowner contacted police to advise that the house had been entered.

Winterfest provides entertainment Continued from page 1 The marathon raised more than $10,000 for the Children’s Wish Foundation. As well as the polar dip, and the marathon, the winterfest included a youth ice fishing derby sponsored by Sylvan Lake and District Fish & Game Association, and sleigh rides sponsored by Sylvan Lake Rotary Club. A kid zone at the lake sponsored by Sylvan Lake Youth Services kept youngsters busy and happy for a few hours in the afternoon and Sylvan Lake Scouts popcorn sales also proved to be a popular venue. Winter crafts at the library, and Sylvan Lake Archives open house proved to be interesting and fun activities. Best Body Fitness was part of the action as well with their cardboard box races which prove popular every

year. Bowling and rock climbing and a barbecue by Lighthouse Christian Academy were also part of Saturday’s fun activities. A free indoor skate and a family day swim at the Aquatic Centre was a great way to round out the day. New to the winterfest this year was the Sylvan Lake and Area Early Childhood Development Coalition which provided healthy snacks and fun events for the entire family. Debbie Oostindie, project co-ordinator said she was pleased with the turnout for the event, held at Our Lady of the Rosary School. “It was good to see families come out and participate and, especially good to see young parents in our community so involved with their children.” Saturday’s events

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were capped with a dazzling display of fireworks, a perfect ending to an action packed, fun filled day. Mayor Susan Samson said she was pleased with the way the community pitched in and helped make this year’s winterfest the success it turned out to be. “I loved it. Winterfest showed us that we can truly be an action packed community even in the middle of winter.”

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The front door was kicked open to gain entry and the house was ransacked. A suspicious vehicle was spotted in the area at the time of the incident. February 13th 3:52 a.m. – A routine patrol around Lakeshore Drive in Sylvan Lake has resulted in charges against a Sylvan Lake male. An RCMP officer noticed a truck drive through a stop sign at Lakeshore Drive at 40th Street and pulled over the vehicle. The male was found to have gross signs of impairment and was arrested at the scene. He is charged with two counts of impaired driving and failing to obey a stop sign.

Celebrating

- Bev Gunderson of Servus Credit Union in Sylvan Lake poses with the cake she was presented with earlier this month in celebration of her more than 30 years with the company. Branch assistant manager Sharon Toews said Gunderson is a tremendous asset to the company, and comes into work every day with a smile on her face.

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The best young curlers in the province will converge at Sylvan Lake Curling Club March 1 - 3 to match their skills in a provincial curling championship. The Optimist Juvenile Curling Championship will be held in Sylvan Lake, and will include six boys and six girls teams from throughout the

province. “The teams have been selected through regional competitions,” said Lesley Hill, a member of the organizing committee. Teams come from the north, south and Peace areas of the province. During the championship, there will be four draws a day and three sheets of ice will be consistently active. A winner will be

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“Our passion is His presence, Our commitment is His will, Our pursuit is His way.”

And our galaxy is just 1 in 100 billion galaxies, and each one of those has at least 100 billion stars in each of them. If you think about that, that is 100 billion galaxies, each with 100 billion stars. And God upholds the whole thing by his powerful word. That gives us just a glimpse into how great He truly is. And with that in mind, I like what Jesus says to us in Matthew 6… “Do not be worried about your life, as to what you will eat or what you will drink, nor for your body, as to what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air, that they do not sow, nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly father feeds them. Are you not worth much more than they? And who of you by being worried can add a single hour to his life? And why are you worried about clothing? Observe how the lilies of the Àeld grow, they do not toil nor do they spin, yet I say to you that not even Solomon in all his glory clothed himself like one of these. But if God so clothes the grass of the Àeld, which is alive today and tomorrow is thrown into the furnace, will He not much more clothe you?” God bless you. By Jonathan Nash – Frontline Worship Centre

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enjoy viewing some excellent curling. “These are top notch curlers and there is no charge,” she said. As part of Sylvan Lake’s Centennial celebrations, the event will have the theme of embracing the future and celebrating the past. Sylvan Lake Curling Club will also host the Alberta Scotties, coming in January, 2014.

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Polar bear dip Continued from page 1 She said she found the water to be colder than ever this year, probably because of the warmer temperatures outside. “The water was pretty chilly,” she said with a laugh. “It’s a shock, the air goes out of your lungs. Actually, there is no experience like it.” The ladies both jumped to raise money for Community Partners. Chrystal Belanger, who has participated in the dip for six years, and was jumping for Community Partners and Ronald McDonald House Central Alberta said it is an amazing experience. “It wakes you up, that’s for sure,” she said. “And raising money for a good cause is an awesome feeling.” Belanger and Danae Hussey raised the most money through the dip, coming in with $8,311. This year’s polar bear dip raised $24,346.50 and 41 jumpers participated. The most money, $5779.75 was raised for Community Partners. Ronald McDonald House Central Alberta was second with $5,311 raised on its behalf. A total of $2,335 was raised for You Can Play, Too, $2,280 for Sylvan Lake Playground Society, $1,851 for KidSport Sylvan Lake. The Serenity Pet Shelter was the recipient of $1,580 and $1,225.75 was raised for Sylvan Lake Library. A total of $1,220.50 went to the Central Alberta Women’s Shelter and Sylvan Lake Victim Services netted $1,013.25. Other groups who received funding included Sylvan Lake Fire Department ($915), Sylvan Lake Junior Curling ($500) and United Way ($335).

Wishes

- Twelve-year-old Atilla Everard and her 10-year-old brother Anis check out the prize offered at the Sylvan Lake and Area Early Childhood Development Coalition held at Our Lady of the Rosary School, Feb. 16. The winner of the Teddy Bear, bike and helmet, (donated by Razzle Dazzle Dayhome Agency) was Cara Donnelly. TREENA MIELKE

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POSITION TITLE: Finance Manager SUMMARY OF FUNCTION:

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SEALED TENDERS CLEARLY MARKED â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tender for 47A Avenue (52 Street

to 53rd Street) Modernization Phase 2â&#x20AC;? WILL BE RECEIVED BY:

Tenders received and not conforming to the foregoing will be returned to the Tenderer(s) without consideration. Tender Documents or Tender Amendments received via Facsimile transmission will not be accepted. Work includes, but is not limited to the following: Install 1.5m Mono Sidewalk Install 250mm Curb and Gutter Supply, place & compact 75mm pit-run gravel Supply, place & compact 20mm GBC Supply, place & compact 12.5mm ACP Waste excavation offsite disposal

439 lin. m. 420 lin. m. 5400 sq. m. 5400 sq. m. 4160 sq. m. 3275 cu. m.

Various other related appurtenances and miscellaneous related works. There will be a pre-tender meeting held on February 21st, 2013, from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the intersection of 47A Avenue and 52nd Street, Sylvan Lake, Alberta. Copies of the Tender documents will be available from Tagish Engineering Ltd. G4, 5550 45th Street, Red Deer, AB. on or after February 14th, 2013 upon receipt of nonrefundable deposit of $50.00 cash or cheque in the name of Tagish Engineering Ltd. Inquiries shall be directed to the office of Tagish Engineering Ltd, Red Deer Alberta, telephone (403) 346-7710, Attention: Len Solberg, P. Eng. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Project Manager.

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TOWN OF SYLVAN LAKE Community Centre Parking Lot 2013 SEALED TENDERS CLEARLY MARKED â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tender for Community Centre

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Town of Sylvan Lake 4926 - 50th Avenue Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1A1 ATTN: David Kelham or Alan Gassor

until 3:30:00 pm (local time), February 28th, 2013. Tenders received and not conforming to the foregoing will be returned to the Tenderer(s) without consideration. Tender Documents or Tender Amendments received via Facsimile transmission will not be accepted. Work includes, but is not limited to the following: x x x x

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â&#x20AC;˘ Reporting to the Director of Finance â&#x20AC;˘ Responsible for providing strong leadership and supervision to members of the Ă&#x20AC;nance team â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A/P, A/R, Utilities, Reception/Cash, Payroll, Taxes â&#x20AC;˘ Responsible for the Town general ledger â&#x20AC;˘ Provide Ă&#x20AC;nancial reports to management and Council â&#x20AC;˘ Budget compilation and working with all depts. to ensure timeliness of budget input â&#x20AC;˘ Coordination and preparing year end working papers for the annual audit â&#x20AC;˘ Manage the investing of Town funds.

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Various other related appurtenances and miscellaneous related works. There will be a pre-tender meeting held on February 21st, 2013, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the Town of Sylvan Lake Community Centre, East Parking Lot. (4725 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 43rd Street) Sylvan Lake, Alberta. Copies of the Tender documents will be available from Tagish Engineering Ltd. G4, 5550 45th Street, Red Deer, AB. on or after February 14th, 2013 upon receipt of nonrefundable deposit of $50.00 cash or cheque in the name of Tagish Engineering Ltd. Inquiries shall be directed to the office of Tagish Engineering Ltd, Red Deer Alberta, telephone (403) 346-7710, Attention: Len Solberg, P. Eng. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Project Manager.

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â&#x20AC;˘ University Degree or College diploma in a related Ă&#x20AC;eld, and/or current enrollment in a recognized accounting designation. â&#x20AC;˘ A minimum of 5 years related supervisory and accounting experience. â&#x20AC;˘ Proven ability to build high performing teams â&#x20AC;˘ Experience with municipal legislation and public sector accounting principles are deĂ&#x20AC;nite assets as is experience with Dynamics GP and WorkTech â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential â&#x20AC;˘ Has the ability to work independently, remain professional at all times, and maintain a high level of conĂ&#x20AC;dentiality â&#x20AC;˘ Strong initiative to make appropriate decisions and ensure smooth work Ă ow process. This is a tremendous opportunity to work in a professional, team focused environment. We offer competitive rates and an excellent beneĂ&#x20AC;ts program including health and dental coverage and a wellness account. Please indicate the position you are applying for and submit cover letter and resume before March 4, 2013, to: Town of Sylvan Lake 4926 - 50 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1A1 Attention: Human Resources Fax: (403) 887-3660 E-mail: dscott@sylvanlake.ca

POSITION TITLE: Aquatic Receptionist Positions (2): Full Time Permanent â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Evenings(2:30 PM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10:30 PM) Part Time Term (Maternity Leave Coverage)Weekend Coverage (8:00AM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4:30PM) SUMMARY OF FUNCTION: â&#x20AC;˘ Provide excellent customer service â&#x20AC;˘ Strong team player with the ability to work alone effectively â&#x20AC;˘ Administrative support for the Recreation, Parks & Culture Department â&#x20AC;˘ Administration of the Class Software system (Program Registration Software) â&#x20AC;˘ Receive payments, balance cash batches and prepare bank deposits. â&#x20AC;˘ Maintain a Ă&#x20AC;ling system for the programming and management within the Aquatics section of the department â&#x20AC;˘ Updating and providing stats for monthly reports â&#x20AC;˘ Assist in organizing and coordinating the Recreation, Parks & Culture portion of the Sylvan Lake Program Guide â&#x20AC;˘ Attend all required meetings and job related seminars. â&#x20AC;˘ Perform janitorial duties as required â&#x20AC;˘ Effectively able to work alone and as part of a team â&#x20AC;˘ Serve as part of the Aquatic Centre emergency response team

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: â&#x20AC;˘ Demonstrated excellent public relations skills. â&#x20AC;˘ Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment. â&#x20AC;˘ Above average communication skills â&#x20AC;˘ Working knowledge of Microsoft OfĂ&#x20AC;ce â&#x20AC;˘ Solid understanding of ofĂ&#x20AC;ce procedures and Ă&#x20AC;ling methods â&#x20AC;˘ Strong written and verbal communication skills â&#x20AC;˘ Grade 12 or equivalent â&#x20AC;˘ Standard First Aid/CPR CertiĂ&#x20AC;cation â&#x20AC;˘ Knowledge of Class Software and/or Microsoft Dynamics preferred â&#x20AC;˘ A Lifeguard CertiĂ&#x20AC;cation would be an asset Please note that hours are adjusted throughout the summer months. This is an amazing opportunity to work in a professional, team focused environment. You have a strong desire to be major contributor to the success of a vibrant and growing organization. We offer competitive rates and an excellent beneĂ&#x20AC;ts package, including a wellness component for permanent positions. If this position intrigues you, please submit your resume in conĂ&#x20AC;dence stating which position you are interested in by March 1, 2013 to: Town of Sylvan Lake, RPC Department 4804 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 48 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1M6 Attention: Monique Pummings Fax: (403) 887-2258 E-mail: mpummings@sylvanlake.ca

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2013 Garbage Collection Vehicle The Town of Sylvan Lake Public Works Department is accepting sealed tenders for the supply one new garbage collection vehicle with mechanical reaching/lift arm. The closing date for this tender is Thursday, February 28, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. Tender packages are available at the Public Works building, located at 1 Industrial Drive, until the tender closing. Information is available by contacting Mr. John Watson, Public Works Manager at 403-887-2800. 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tourism Strategyâ&#x20AC;? shall be received at the following address to the attention of: Joanne Gaudet - Communications OfĂ&#x20AC;cer Town of Sylvan Lake â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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.

CommunicaĆ&#x;ons Survey for Sylvan Lake Residents The Town of Sylvan Lake is currently looking at ways to beĆŠer communicate with Town residents and businesses and as part of that process the Town wants to hear directly from interested residents. You are therefore encouraged to take the Ć&#x;me to complete a brief survey for residents and business owners/operators about the informaĆ&#x;on that is important for you to receive from the Town and how you prefer to receive it. The survey can be completed online and accessed through the Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website at www.sylvanlake.ca or directly through the link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/HXD78YQ Paper copies of the survey can be picked up and completed at the Town OÄ¸ce, 4926-50th Avenue. Deadline for compleĆ&#x;on of the survey is Friday, February 22, 2013 at 5:00 p.m..

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Benalto Train Station to return home after 42-year absence by Stuart Fullarton Sylvan Lake News

Dave More’s rendering of the Benalto Centennial Station Park shows what it may look like in the summer. STUART FULLARTON

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of Benalto, the Speights rejected the offer of money for the land, and instead offered the land as a donation. “Really, it’s quite astonishing,” said More. “How often do you ever hear of a piece of your history coming back? The generosity is just incredible.” The land on which the train station will sit will be renamed Centennial Station Park, and will act as a gathering area for the community. More and his wife Yvette Brideau, along with several other volunteers from the Centennial Committee and the Benalto Booster Club, are now working to raise money to fund the transportation of the train station from its current location back to Benalto. Doing so will cost approximately $40,000, and the Centennial Committee is actively seeking donations from people and businesses in Benalto and beyond to help cover that cost. “(The train station) is a sentinel of history and memories and communication and education for everybody, but we have to get it here,” said Brideau. “It was offered to us as an incredibly gracious and generous gesture, and we’re trying to do something about it. “There’s nothing to lose by asking for donations and help to make this a reality. There’s everything to lose if we don’t.” Donations have so far been received from several businesses as well and current and former residents of Benalto. The full amount required must be raised within the next several weeks in order for the move to take place. “It’s such a feel-good project, and I think a lot of people would like to be associated with it,” said More. “We couldn’t have dreamed of this in a million years.” The train station’s move has been scheduled for March 25 to 29. Donations to help fund the move can be made to the Benalto Booster Club Centennial Project, Box 135, Benalto, Alberta, T0M 0H0. More information can be obtained by contacting fundraising chair Lynne Lawrence at 403-7465746.

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Admirals’ pursuit of success continues Submitted

After a long wait, the Sylvan Lake Admirals were anxious to get back in action and were visiting the Bentley Generals, in Red Deer on this past Family Day Monday for Game 1 of the AAA Senior Mens Alberta Provincial Semi Finals. The Admiral staff have been working hard in the background, doing last minute recruiting and trying to get the team prepared for a hard series. The first period was hard fought and the Admirals were battling hard and keeping in the game. Bentley had 3 power play opportunities totaling 5 minutes in the first period and 2 late penalties at the end of the first gave the Generals 1 minute of 5 on 3 to start the second and another minute of 5 on 4. Having battled the Generals to a 0-0 draw in the first the Admirals crew had dug a hole for

themselves, with a little help from some one sided refereeing. The Bentley crew took little time in the second period to build a 2-0 lead, scoring on the 5 on 3 then converting the 5 on 4. Barely a minute and a half later the referee made a weak call on another Admiral and the Generals made it 3-0. The wind was noticeably taken from the sails of the Admirals crew and the intensity was gone from the game allowing Bentley to take control and score twice more before the period ended. With one minute left in the second period another call on an Admirals defensemen was compounded by the chatter from an obviously frustrated player and a second minor was assessed, for a 4 minute total on the play. Not even the Bentley faithful could believe that the Admirals could be assessed 8 straight penalties over 2 periods without a single call against the Generals. At the end of the second it was 5-0 Bentley.

The third period saw the Admirals take a step forward and play like they are capable of and action was end to end. At 12:07 the generals got their first penalty called but an Admiral went at the same time. At 10:00 even the Generals took another penalty but 26 seconds later the Admirals were given a minor for roughing, so goodbye power play. The Generals were again called for a minor at 8:12 which gave the Admirals just over a minute in power play time but they werenít able to muster a goal. At 4:09 the Generals were called for roughing but the resulting scrum had coincidental minors assessed and again with 6 seconds to go coincidental minors were given. The Generals rounded out their scoring with 1:36 to go when a shot from behind the net banked off the Admirals goaltender and found itís way into the net. Final score 6-0 Bentley.

Itís always easy to blame a referee for the loss but Bentley was full marks for the win but a far better and more entertaining game was missed because of the volume of penalties assessed that interfered with two teams who just wanted to play hockey. The game was not out of hand or getting out of hand so it was perplexing to many in attendance, to understand the rationale behind the calls. For a full 48 minutes, only one team was penalized, without a single incident having been called against the opponent. Over all Bentley enjoyed 16 minutes of 5 on 4 and 1 minute of 5 on 3 power play time spread over 9 actual man advantages and the Admirals had one minute and 48 seconds of 5 on 4 power play time over 2 actual man advantages. “It was frustrating” commented Coach / GM Jason Stephens, after the game. “We wanted to make a game of it and set a tone to the play but you can’t do that

sitting in the penalty box and playing short handed. The Generals are a solid team capable of putting the puck in the net without the power play advantage and twice as dangerous with the man advantage. They proved that again today and we need to play smarter and use our speed if we want to even the series Friday at home. I thought our guys played well in the first and third periods but all the penalties leading up to and in the second, shifted the momentum to Bentley and they took full advantage.” Game 2 of the best of 7 series goes Friday Feb 22nd in Sylvan Lake at the MultiPlex. Puck drops 8:30PM. Game 3 is Saturday Feb. 23rd in Bentley 7PM start, game 4 is Friday March 1st in Sylvan Lake 8:30PM start. If necessary game 5 is March 2nd in Bentley 7PM, game 6 March 8th in Sylvan Lake 8:30PM start and game 7 is March 9th in Bentley 7PM.

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Weekly Game Results! For the weekend of February 15-17, 2013

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BOW RIVER GAS CO-OP SEEKING A JOURNEYMAN GASFITTER. Permanent full-time. $27. - $32./hour, full benefits, Natural Gas Distribution experience an asset. Apply to Richard Thorne: rick.t@bowrivergas.ca CENTRAL PEAC NATURAL GAS CO-OP LTD. requires full-time Gas Utility Operator. Experience, safety tickets an asset. Clean valid driver’s licence required. Forward resume: cpngc@telusplanet.net. Fax 780-864-2044. Mail: Box 119, Spirit River, T0H 3G0. CLASS ONE TANK TRUCK DRIVERS NEEDED. Off road experience needed, oilfield tickets, accommodations available. Production work. Email: admin@ predatoroilfield.com Fax 780-538-0968. Email preferred. Phone 780-817-8027 NOW LOCATED in Drayton Valley. BREKKAAS Vacuum & Tank Ltd. Wanted Class 1 & 3 Drivers, Super Heater Operators with all valid tickets. Top wages, excellent benefits. Please forward resume to: Email: dv@brekkaas.com. Phone 780-621-3953. Fax 780-621-3959.

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HEWLETT PARK MCDONALDS (50 Hewlett Park Landing Sylvan Lake) is seeking 20 Food Counter Attendants available 24/7 for all shifts, starting $11.00/hour. Apply in person or at www.worksforme.ca HEWLETT PARK MCDONALDS (50 Hewlett Park Landing Sylvan Lake) is seeking 10 Food Service Supervisors , available 24/7 for all shifts, starting at $13.12/hour. One year industry experience required. Apply in person or at www.worksforme.ca

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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. CLOSEOUT AUCTION. Feb. 23. Schultz Construction. Woodworking equipment, tools, hardware, pickups, cargo trailer, office furniture, inventory, skidsteer. Phone 780-944-9144; www.CenturyServices.com MEIER GUN AUCTION. Saturday, March 9, 11 a.m., 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Over 150 guns - handguns, rifles, shotguns, miscellaneous. Call to consign 780-440-1860 MGM FORD LINCOLN SALES LTD. 3010 - 50 Ave., Red Deer, Alberta. Sat., Mar. 2/13, 10 a.m. All surplus equipment & assets including portable sales office, dry van, forklift, hoists, shop equipment, chain link fencing, office furniture & more. See www. montgomeryauctions.com or call 1-800-371-6963

Auctions

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RITCHIE BROS Unreserved Auction. Edmonton, March 8. Two Parcels of Farmland located at Grassland, Alberta. For more info contact Jerry Hodge, 780-706-6652 or visit: rbauction.com/realestate.

Building Supplies

BIG BUILDING SALE. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a clearance you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to miss!â&#x20AC;? 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 FOR SALE - To be Moved. Various sizes and styles of buildings available. For further information call 1-866-451-6395 / 1-403-279-6395 or visit www. mccannsbldgmovers.com METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Best prices! 36â&#x20AC;? Hi-Tensile TUFF-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft. 40 Year Warranty. ALTA-WIDE Builders Supplies 1-888-263-8254. STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

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Agricultural #2000 - #2290

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

Grain, Feed Hay

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FOR SALE: Alfalfas, Clovers, Grasses plus Hay, Pasture, Reclamation and Lawn Mixtures. Early order discounts - Book now! No charge custom blending. Call 1-800-661-1529 or esther @hannasseeds.com. HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. â&#x20AC;&#x153;On Farm Pickupâ&#x20AC;? Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252

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

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MONTGOMERY AUCTION SALES CENTER. Sat., Feb. 23/13, 10 a.m. 26514 TWP 400, Blackfalds, Alberta. Firewood Selling sheet metal equipment, vehicles, ATVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, tarp LOGS buildings, saddles, squeeze, meat equipment, building Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar. supplies, Com.RO System, Price depends on location. toys, dolls, shop tools & Lil Mule Logging more. See www. 403-318-4346 montgomeryauctions.com or call 1-800-361-6963.

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Farms/ Land

Real Estate #4000 - #4190 Farms/ Land

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FARM TENDER - 1354 acre farm in the RM of Ochre River, Manitoba. Tenders must be received on or before March 22, 2013. For Tender information view online: www.gartonsauction.com

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LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER. Closes Feb. 28/13. 2 quarters 8 miles north of Thorhild. Can be purchased separately. North quarter buildings can be purchased separately. Gas well revenue. Call 780-206-0145

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Manufactured Homes

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Manufactured Homes

$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

Out Of Town Property

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Transportation #5000-5300

Automotive Services ........5010 Antique & Classic Autos ....5020 Cars ..................................5030 SUVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s................................5040 Trucks ..............................5050 Heavy Trucks....................5060 Vans/Buses ......................5070 Motorcycles ......................5080 Campers ..........................5090 Motorhomes......................5100 5th Wheels........................5110 Holiday Trailers ................5120 Tent Trailers ......................5130 Utility Trailers ....................5140 ATVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ................................5150 Boats & Marine ................5160 Snowmobiles ....................5170 Tires, Parts & Accessories ......................5180 Auto Wreckers ..................5190 Vehicles Wanted ..............5200 Car/Truck Rental ..............5210 Recreational Vehicle Rental ..............................5220 Trailer Rental ....................5230 Misc. Automotive ..............5240 RVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ..................................5300

Motorcycles

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WIN A 2013 HARLEY-DAVIDSON STREET GLIDE FLHX. Only 499 tickets sold. 3 Early Bird draws. $100./ticket. June 21 draw. 75% sold out. Proceeds support Harley-Davidson Technician Program at GPRC Fairview Campus. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

ATV's

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HOVERCRAFT FOR SALE. 2011 Hoverjet G.T., less than 10 hours on unit. Built for any wet terrain. 400 pound capacity. $18,000. obo. Additional information 403-223-1200

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Thursday, February 21, 2013 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

Hundreds benefit from volunteer Nicaragua trip by Stuart Fullarton Sylvan Lake News

Sylvan Lake pharmacist Chantal Goyan is back in Sylvan Lake after spending an extremely busy and productive two weeks in Nicaragua. With a group of

She described the trip as an eye-opening experience, and is proud to have helped the many people who attended the clinics. “We went to four different villages, and the dentists treated 320 patients, extracted 769 teeth, and did 72 fill-

dentists and travellers with organizations Kindness in Action and Change for Children, Goyan helped put on a number of dental clinics, and, along with several members of her family, dedicated a school they helped fund.

Citizens - C.P. Blakely School on Feb. 15 celebrated its January Citizens of the Month. The theme for the month was determination. Back row: Hannah Myles, Damon Larson, Jaden Violet, Skye Russell, Wyatt. Middle row: Taiha Morton, Nicole Trudel, Jenna Miller. Front row: Sam Abel, Travis Lorenz, Chase Raes, Jasper Lewis. Missing are Heather Swain, Heath White, Ali Izairi, Jordan Drader and Logan McKinnon STUART FULLARTON

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ings,” she said, adding that some people walked as far as 15 miles through the rainforest seeking dental treatment. The clinics were held in the Bosawás Biosphere — a remote area of northern Nicaragua requiring hours of travel by truck and boat to reach. “There’s no access, and in two of the villages we went to, there weren’t even stores. Even if we give them toothbrushes, they can’t buy toothpaste. “If they want to go buy things, they have to ride in the boat for four hours.” Goyan found herself in a variety of roles throughout the twoweek trip. Her tasks included everything from directly assisting the dentists with their work, to dispensing pain medications. One of the highlights, she said, was being able to visit a school in the village of Walakitang that she and her family helped fund. During the trip, they dedicated it to the memory of Goyan’s late mother and sister.

Chantal Goyan entertains children waiting at a dental clinic in a remote area of Nicaragua. SUBMITTED

Chantal Goyan, along with her niece Allison, brother Mark, aunt Joyce, cousin Sandra and uncle Denis, stands outside the school in Walakitang that she and her family helped fund. SUBMITTED

“The school just opened, and 180 kids from the region were

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Prize & Cash Sponsors Tim Horton’s Squeeky Kleen Car Wash Lakeside RONA Alta-wide Building Supplies Wal-Mart OK Tire Castaway Sports Meadowlands Golf Course Sylvan Lake Golf & Country Club Servus Credit Union M&M Meat Shops The Paint Stop Shopper’s Drug Mart Sobey’s Boston Pizza Kerry Towle (MLA)

Town of Sylvan Lake Canadian Tire Sylvan Lake Dental Centre Sylvan Lake Barber Shop Fireside Restaurant & Lounge Dairy Queen Best Western Chateau Inn Canadian Western Bank Chef Francisco’s Restaurant UFA Co-operative Ltd. Nabors Production Services Carolyn Moss (Avon) Sylvan Lake RV Blondie’s Restaurant Natural Solutions Health Store The Co-operators

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able to attend school for the first time,” said Goyan. “Some of the

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kids travel as far as four to five hours just to get there.” Goyan said high schools in the area are scarce, and that many children do not continue their education beyond Grade 6. Doing so is possible only by travelling more than nine hours by boat. Despite being away for just two weeks, Goyan is still adjusting to life back in Canada, and appreciates having the luxuries that many take for granted. “It’s a bit of a shock, because you go from having to shower with buckets and having no running water or electricity. “My kids are never hungry and have access to medical and dental care by just phoning the clinic and going there. It’s just a bit of an adjustment.” Goyan said the trip was a major learning experience, and hopes to go on another similar trip in the next two or three years.

18 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Thursday, February 21, 2013

Enjoying the ride - Winterfest attendees enjoy a sleigh ride offered by the Rotary Club of Sylvan Lake on Feb. 16. STUART FULLARTON

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Thursday, February 21, 2013 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

2012 EXPEDITION 2012 F150 S/C 2012 F150 F350 CREW CAB 4X4 FX4 Stk #60285. 3.5L, SUPER CREW LARIAT DIESEL 4X4 XLT 4X4 Stk #P2399. 5.4L, ecoboost, nav., rearview camera, roof, fx Stk #74535. 4” lift, rim and tires auto, pw, pdl, remote start Was $84,259 luxury pkg., leather heat & cooled seats FX4 4X4 Stk #27257. trailer tow, Was $51,099 remote start, 20” rims, fx luxury pkg., 5.0L Now $ $ 39,800

275 b/w

Was $55,650

Now 43,720

302 b/w

2012 FOCUS SE

2012 FUSION SE

air, tilt, cruise, sync, ford tech, heated seats, sort pkg.

4 cyl., pw pdl, air, tilt, cruise, remote start

Was $26,399

Was $27,249

Now $ 21,399 $

Now $ 21,560 $

149 b/w

150 b/w

Stk #W2918. 5 spd., air, tilt, cruise, only 6,000K

14,600

Was $24,800

Now $ 19,720 $

107 b/w

2009 F150 2002 EXPLORER S.CREW XTR 4X4 LIMITED Stk #0811A. pw, pdl, air, tilt, cruise, only 106,000 kms

Stk #W2963A. V8, 7 passenger, dvd, leather seats, only 76,000 kms

18,989 $

153 b/w

2010 TRANSIT CARGO VAN XLT Stk #07932A. tilt, cruise, pw, pdl

17,826

132 b/w

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Stk #W2975. 5 spd., pw, pdl, air, tilt, cruise, only 73,200 kms

10,875

107 b/w

cash back

Now $ 44,100

139 b/w

auto, 5.4L, only 118,000K

25,700 $

180 b/w

16,900

164 b/w

2006 ESCAPE XLT 2010 FOCUS SE Stk #W2945A. auto, pw, pdl, air, tilt, cruise, only 62,000 kms AWD Stk #W2955. pw, pdl, air, leather, moonroof, only 86,000 kms $

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12,900 $

126 b/w

97 b/w

2007 DODGE CLUB 2011 RANGER 4X4 SLT DIESEL S/C 2WD SPORT CAB air, tilt, cruise, pw, pdl, auto, only Stk #W2965. auto, air, tilt, cruise, only 26,000 kms

348 b/w $ 1,000

2012 FUSION AWD 2007 F150 S/ CREW 4X4 SPORT Stk #W2966. air, tilt, cruise, pw, pdl, Stk #W2956. heated leather seats,

11500

2008 FOCUS SE

5.0L V8 Was $53,619

Now $ $42,990

278 b/w

2013 ESCAPE 750 2013 F150 SUPER CAB XLTremote4X4start,XTR PKG TITANIUM AWD Stk #75351. Stk #44251. 2.0L, ecoboost, panorama

voice activated, sync, sports pkg., only 14,000K

139 b/w

Now 40,009

Now $ $ 68,600

roof, my touch, nav., parking pkg., blindspot detection. Was $43,399

2013 FOCUS SE 2011 FIESTA SE Stk #2895A. pw, pdl, air, tilt, cruise, sync, heated seats, only 600K

V8 Was $52,599

14,800 $

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137 Meadow Drive, Benalto MLS# 0006655

2 Hinshaw Drive #18, Sylvan Lake MLS# 0007233

5104 50 Avenue, Sylvan Lake MLS# 0007965

37 Parkland Drive, Sylvan Lake MLS# 0007966

Lorne Therriault

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0 $389,90

$114,900

560B Moonlight Bay, Pigeon Lake MLS# 0008298

5124-50 Ave. MLS# 0008048

Willard Morris 403-318-4547

115 Meadow Drive, Benalto MLS#0006896

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1341 Balm Road MLS#0008016

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0 $365,00

5104-50A Ave. MLS#0007725

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