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As a crowd watched from in front of the store, the old Benalto Train Station slowly travelled into Benalto last Wednesday afternoon. There was lots of excitement and plenty of people to watch the historic return of the building which will eventually be used as a community centre, museum and gathering area for Benalto residents and visitors. STUART FULLARTON
Benalto Train Station returned to hamlet after lengthy journey by Stuart Fullarton Sylvan Lake News
More than 40 years after leaving, the Benalto Train Station finally returned home last Wednesday. “It’s been a while coming, but
now it’s a reality,” said Benalto resident Betty Nielsen, who remembers watching the station leave the hamlet in 1971. Nielsen was one of dozens of people who lined the streets of Benalto to witness the station’s homecoming, which took place following its slow drive along
Hwy. 11 from Red Deer. A number of setbacks meant the station’s arrival was delayed several times throughout the day, but excited residents and visitors stuck around to experience the momentous occasion. “It’s a big thing, and it’s very exciting because it’s a positive
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Special Events Friday, May 3 - Leaders of Tomorrow awards ceremony at the community centre. Recognizes outstanding youth who have made a significant contribution to their community and school. Saturday, May 4 - Sylvan Lake Seniors’ Centre is hosting a community garage sale from 9-4 at 4908 50 Ave. To book a table call 403-887-5428. Set up Friday from 4-7 pm. Food concession on site. Saturday, May 4 - Mother’s Day extravaganza sale from 10-4 at the multiplex upstairs mezzanine. Admission is voluntary donation to Sylvan Lake Youth Bowling. Door prizes for guests and 20 vendors on site. For questions call Christina Carson 403-887-8702. Saturday, May 4 - Central Alberta Radio Fun Flyers annual model aviation auction sale at Sylvan Lake’s community centre. Auction starts at 11 am. www. carff.ca. Saturday, May 4 - May movie marathon at Sylvan Lake Municipal Library from 10:30-3:30. Featuring Finding Nemo, Flipper, and Free Willy. Free, drop-in. Saturday, May 4-Saturday, May 11 - Children’s Book Week at Sylvan Lake Library. Check out daily and special events. Dress as your favourite book character all week, come and have us guess which character you are and get a wonderful treat. Daily “guess what book I am” contest on Facebook. Face painting at the library Friday, May 10 - 3:30-4:30, transform into your favourite character. Sunday, May 5 - NO breakfast by Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary. Next breakfast June 2. Sunday, May 5 - Red Deer Airsoft Assault Teams annual meet and greet and swap meet. 10:30-5 at The Pioneer’s Lodge in Parkvale, 4324 46A Avenue. Free admission. Open to all ages. Thursday, May 9 and Friday, May 10 - Five Central Alberta Optimist clubs have joined forces to celebrate one decade of “Bringing Out the Best in Kids” from 6 am to 6 pm at Parkland Mall, Red Deer. Friday, May 10 - Danish Canadian National Museum & Gardens, south of Dickson, opens for season. Saturday, May 11 - Sylvan Lake Lions annual bike sale, 11 am at the Lions Hall on 50A Avenue. Saturday, May 11 - Woofs & Purrs is washing dogs to raise money for the Animal Cancer Therapy Subsidization Society. For info or to book an appointment call 403-887-4000. Saturday, May 11 - Veterans Voices of Canada hosts a Veterans’ appreciation day and silent auction fundraising event at Sylvan Lake’s community centre from 11 am to 4 pm. Master Corporal Paul Franklin will speak of his experiences in Afghanistan. See displays by many veteran and military support organizations including Alberta Military Vehicle Preservation Association members and their vehicles, UN/NATO veterans and their bikes, 3rd Canadian Army veteran motorcycle units from Red Deer, video presentations and much more. BBQ in support of the organization. Saturday, May 11 - Big Moo’s ice cream eating competition, an annual fundraiser for Ronald
McDonald House in Red Deer. Winners receive free ice cream for the entire summer! Competition starts at 12 pm with different age groups every hour. Entry fee varies by age group. Register in person or call 403-887-5533. Face painting and bouncy castle as well. Saturday, May 11 - Mighty Machine Day at Sylvan Lake Library. Crafts, stories, snacks and mighty activities, and of course Mighty Machines. 1-2 pm. Age 3-8, limited enrolment, registration required. Saturday, May 11 - V-E Day Celebration pig roast and dance at the Royal Canadian Legion, Sylvan Lake begins at 6 pm. Music by Flat Out Country. Tickets available at branch must be purchased by May 4. Admission at the door for dance only after 8 pm. Saturday, May 11 - Eckville Bull-Arena starts at 7 pm with long go round of 30 bull riders. Short go for top six bull riders follows. Cowboy poker, dance to follow.
Weekly events Mondays - Parents Connecting Parents from 10-11:30 am. Open discussion, sharing tips and coffee. Children welcome. At Community Partners Association. 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. 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 with Stephanie at Sylvan Lake Seniors Centre from 11-11:45 am through May. For info call Stephanie 403-887-4816.
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- Recipients of the Steffie STAR Students awards at École Steffie Woima Elementary School for April included (in random order) Loden Komarniski, Luke Simmonds, Tristyn Dilly, Tyler Gress, Desten Degenhardt, Jevan Munro, Davin Garrow, Aimee Critch, Gracey McBride, Ty Gamble, Brayden Senko, Jackson Hendricks, Zoe Dutka, Zoey Longman, Tyler Braun, Justin Lucas, Ethan Mackie, Blake Carson, Emma Connelly, Chantal Collins, Kyrai Simon, Evan Ford, Megan Klywak, Halle Soucy, Anis Musiime, Riley Barnes, Warren Stewart, Kendra Morris, Max Snowdon-Anderson, Owen Adekat, Clayton Croxall-Jones, Tegan Calen, Sophia Rathjen, James Edwards, Maddy Durand, Alyssa Albrecht, and Eden Price. Missing were Alexandr Palmer, Nickolas Penner, Piper King, Chayton Howitt, Kaylan Williams, Andrea Heisler, Alexis Fothergill, Carson Deibert, Alyssa McDougall, Noah Haworth and Rachel Rush. The purpose of the awards is to personally acknowledge each student’s strengths, talents, passions and uniquenesses. STUART FULLARTON
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Sylvan Lake taxpayers can expect to receive their tax bills early in June after councillors passed the final readings of a bylaw setting tax rates Apr. 21. Combined assessment and tax notices will be mailed May 31st and the due date for payment of property taxes is July 31st. Councillors adopted a municipal tax rate that is 1.9 per cent
higher than last year but this is actually a decrease of the 2.4 per cent increase they anticipated when they passed their budget in January. The reason for the change was that the total taxable assessment of all properties in town increased by more than anticipated, mainly due to growth
The total residential mill rate was set at 8.245 of which 5.6 is the municipal and recreation tax portion and the remainder is the school and Sylvan Lake Foundation requisitions. The total nonresidential (commercial and industrial) mill rate is 14.628 of which 10.227 is the municipal and recreation tax por-
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in the community. Taxpayers will pay more to fund education, however. The 2013 provincial school tax requisition was increased 2.5 per cent. “The increase for 2013 will primarily affect non-residential properties,” wrote Darren Moore, director of finance, in his report to council.
tion. (The mill rate is the amount of dollars paid in taxation on each $1,000 of assessment. eg. A property owner with an assessment value of $100,000 and a
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Be watchful, report graffiti and clean it up quickly The destructive menace of graffiti has again reared its head in our community, with somebody or group purposely defacing buildings. We’ve noticed this particularly in our downtown core over the past couple of weeks. First it was one building, then another. After a stroll around the area Wednesday morning we discovered quite a wide variety of ‘tagging’ that’s been scrawled in our midst. In many cases it’s on the sides of buildings or between buildings which are barely visible to people driving along our streets. But then in other instances the canvas has been clearly visible and many feet long. Golds, purples, reds, blacks and whites have been used to write words or stylized graphics. In one case the miscreant who used purple actually climbed onto a sidewalk overhang to deface a main street business building. Another vacant building on the lakeshore appears to have been entered and words sprayed on the inside of the glass windows. Almost exactly two years ago, we ran a story which encouraged business owners,
residents and power companies to quickly remove graffiti to prevent a rise in this crime. We echo that sentiment today. Get out there quickly and cover the offensive work. At that time RCMP were diligent in tracking down a suspect and a subsequent story a month later related that a 23 year old graffiti artist was facing 58 Criminal Code charges as a result. Others have been charged since that time as graffiti appeared in different areas of town. The Saskatoon Police Service’s website has information on how graffiti affects the community, how to make property less of a target and tips on how to remove it, said our April 2011 story. (Go to www.police.saskatoon.sk.ca then click on Inside Our Service on the left side then under that heading click on Anti-Graffiti Unit.) “If not immediately removed, graffiti sends out a message that ‘nobody cares’ about the area. It also causes the area to look unsafe and makes people concerned about their personal safety. This creates an open invitation for more littering, loitering and other graffiti. Unfortunately, it may also lead
It was great to see so many people watching Benalto Train Station’s long-awaited return last week. When I arrived at 11 a.m., I was told that it would likely be another hour before the station arrived. Shortly after that, I found out that it would be closer to 4 p.m. before it would make its appearance. Despite having other assignments that needed completing, I figured it would be best if I waited in Benalto, instead of
returning to the newsroom and catching up on other work. Missing this momentous event in the hamlet’s history was something that I, as a reporter, could not afford to take a chance on. And Benalto residents, it seemed, felt exactly the same way. Instead of leaving and coming back closer to the station’s estimated time of arrival, the majority of people were there from start to finish, passing the
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to an increase in other crimes and acts of violence,” states the Saskatoon site. “The quick removal of graffiti is the most effective means to prevent further acts of vandalism so property owners should remove graffiti within 24 hours after it appears,” states the site. “This will prevent the offender from receiving the fame and recognition they desire when other taggers see their ‘Tag’ and reduces the likelihood that it will spread.” Our residents and elected officials have created a community we’re proud to call home. But this type of destruction is counter to the welcoming atmosphere we strive to portray, particularly as the summer season approaches. Under the town’s Community Standards Bylaw, the fine for placing graffiti on property is $2,500 for the first offense and increases to $5,000 for the second offence and $7,500 for the third and subsequent offences within one year. There’s also a fine schedule for
remove graffiti as it appears. As well, report any suspicious activity to police or if you’re uncomfortable reporting graffiti personally then contact Crimestoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). We can make a difference. We can solve this problem and return our community to its idyllic nature.
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‘failure to remove graffiti’ which can be levelled against property owners. That’s $250 for the first offence, $500 for the second offence and $1,000 for the third and subsequent offences within one year. That being said, it’s up to each and every one of us to be vigilant, to pay attention to our surroundings, and to quickly
The organization work in preparation for the Sixth Victory Loan was completed Thursday, April 12, at a meeting held in Sylvan Lake hotel. Sylvan Lake Unit has the same quota as in the Fifth Loan — $58,000, and each district in the unit is asked to
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time by enjoying food and beverages together and chatting with one another. My own conversations with people taught me much about Benalto’s heritage and history. Several times I was told that Benalto Rodeo is a must-see
do at least as well as it did in the Fifth Loan. Members of the I.O.D.E. will again canvass the village and part of Burnt Lake district. The personnel of the canvassers being: Burnt Lake - Mrs. E. C. Watkiss and Mrs. K. O. Wilkinson. Village - Mrs. A. S. McClean, Mrs. C. L. Dunford, Mrs. W. C. Keith, Mrs. J. H. Clark, Mrs. E. Holsworth, Mrs. G. Paul, Mrs. H. N. Fisher, Mrs. V. M. Neely, Mrs. J. Martin and Mrs. M. B. Faulkner. Other districts will be canvassed as follows: Norma-Durham - S. L. Klein, R. Pickering; Kuusamo-Marianne - W. F. Calhoun, L. B. Walker; West Markerville - L. M. Johnston; BenaltoEvarts - John Watson, chairman; A. Norton, secretary; George Sterling, C. B. Pugh, Tom Smith, A. Staniforth, J.
event, and that experiencing it is well worth the trip from any town or city, no matter how far. I was also given an insight into some of the other things Benalto residents love most about their hamlet: its unrivalled view of the Rocky Mountains, the friendly people around town, and the tranquilness unavailable to those who reside in larger municipalities. One of the most interesting aspects of covering the station’s return, however, was being able
Hillman, F. G. Jenkins and W. J. Hanson. W. A. Biss is Sylvan Lake unit organizer.
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Sylvan Lake Savings and Credit Union held its April meeting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Kuores, with good attendance. John Lindman, vice-president, was in the chair to direct the meeting. Memberships and loans are increasing and the Credit Union is in good financial condition. ♦ ♦ ♦ Work was started last Friday to do necessary excavating for the town’s paving program. It is planned that work on concrete curbs will be started next week with soil cement to be start-
to talk to people who remembered seeing, and in some cases, being in, the station before it left. First-hand accounts of steam, noise and large crowds of people helped me envision what the station was like during its original time in Benalto. And judging by the plenty of people who were eager to tell their stories, it seems that its story and legacy will live long into the future.
ed the following week. ♦ ♦ ♦ Mr. B. C. Learned talked about Civil Defence during the monthly meeting of the IODE where 15 members were present. He spoke on the orientation course that was given and the number of persons who took it. He stressed the need of such an organization in peace time as well as in war. ♦ ♦ ♦ At the regular town council meeting Monday evening a proposal by the Lions Cub to sod the playground was accepted and it was agreed to reimburse the Lions to an amount equal to the cost of seeding grass on the area. Approval was given for renewal of a lease of the Dominion Gov’t wharf by the town for another three years.
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Benalto Train Station returned . . .
Continued from Page 1 The train station was given a police escort into Benalto, where members of the Shadow Riders 4-H Club on their horses led it the rest of the way to its original home. The train station was moved by Taberbased Wade’s House Moving and Heavy Hauling. Food and refreshments were served to those eagerly awaiting the station’s arrival. “I think it’s amazing, because it’s all about the community,” said Carole Verrault, who, on behalf of ATB Financial in Red Deer, cooked hot dogs. Benalto resident John Moorhouse felt the station’s return was a fitting way to mark the hamlet’s centennial year in 2014. “It’s good to see it coming back and it couldn’t happen at a much better time,” he said. After leaving Benalto, the train sta-
tion was bought by Jack and Joan Donald of Red Deer. It was then transformed into a house and moved to the east side of Red Deer River near Penhold. It eventually made its way to Red Deer County west of Red Deer, where it was situated until its return to Benalto. When members of Benalto Centennial Committee heard that its owners, Garett and Brenda Cupples, were willing to donate it back to Benalto, they quickly began raising money to fund its
return. “The fundraising has been absolutely awesome,” said Benalto Centennial Committee’s Karen TurnerPadley. “We’ve heard from people from all over Alberta, and we’ve had lots of companies that have been really behind us.” Tu r n e r - P a d l e y admitted that members of the committee had been “having heart attacks” at the thought of not being able to fund the move. Generosity from community members and businesses, howev-
er, helped the dream of bringing the station home become a reality. “It’s a lot of money to bring it here,” said Turner-Padley. “Once the word got out, it did come quick. We were basically more than half way there less than a month after starting the fundraising, and it’s been just steadily coming ever since. “Even kids have been putting their candy money and stuff in the donation box.” The Cupples, who donated the station, were unable to attend the its homecoming,
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but were happy to hear that it had arrived safely. When they made the decision to donate the station, they were unaware that Benalto would be celebrating its centennial next year. “Everything kind of worked out the way it was supposed to work out,” said Garett Cupples. “It was really neat to see everybody put their heads together and say, ‘let’s make this happen.’”
an all-year place where people can come and gather and maybe have meetings, small weddings, social gatherings and family gatherings,” said More. “Our next step will be to make it into a place not just for Benalto, but for the whole community.” Donations may be sent to Benalto Booster Club Centennial Project, Box 135, Benalto, Alberta, T0M 0H0.
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behind it. Jim and Katie Clark provided this picture of the skiiers behind a boat owned by the Jacques. It was taken in 1971 or 1972 they estimated. The skiers included Karen Davidson, Cathy White, Janice Jacques, Edward Clark, Murray Davidson and one other unidentified person. If it’s you, let us know. We’d also be happy to print other pictures of historic or more recent scenes Celebrated and people of interest. Contact Steve Dills at the Sylvan Lake News (403-887-2331 or email editor@sylvanlakenews. com) to submit your photos.
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Contributions of volunteers recognized at gala dinner and awards evening by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
More than 37,500 hours of volunteer work was logged by Sylvan Lake organizations and recognized at the annual Volunteer Impact Gala last Friday evening in the beautifully decorated community centre. “It’s a perfect time to celebrate those who give of their time and talent,” said Mayor Susan Samson. By her calculation, using “a modest wage of $15 an hour” that’s an investment in the community of over half a million dollars ($562,500). She referred to a comment posted by Councillor Sean McIntyre on his Facebook page. “Volunteers are unpaid, not because they’re worthless, but because they’re priceless”. MP Earl Dreeshen said, “volunteerism is important to building the fabric of the community. The more we volunteer, the more our children are going to volunteer, our grandchildren are going to volunteer.” National Volunteer Week was initially started
in 1943 to bring attention to women who were involved in the war effort, he said. “Commitment and dedication are what makes this town so inspiring and this country one of the best in the world,” he stated. MLA Kerry Towle also praised the “direct impact” volunteers have on our community. She noted it’s getting harder and harder to get volunteers and thanked each and every one for their work. Corporate Community Partner The first award, for Corporate Community Partner, was won by TD Bobcat and accepted by Doug Borrowman. TD Bobcat has offered their equipment, employees and services to six seniors annually, read the nomination. They not only care for six seniors but they have helped with both the Yard Care program and the Snow Angels program since 2009. The nominator wrote “I appreciate Doug and his team for looking out for seniors in the community and enabling them to stay in their
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The Volunteer Impact Award was presented to Sylvan Lake Food Bank which was represented at the gala last Friday by, in the back row, Frank Steckler, Donna Ellerby and Dale Mannix and in the front row, Dianne Wirth, Shirley Mannix, Vonda Steckler and Judy Muth. STEVE DILLS
house longer and stress free.” The other nominee was Arrow Excavating. Innovative Involvement In the Innovative Involvement category, both Sylvan Lake Centennial Committee Task Force and Sylvan Lake and Area Community Partners Association were recognized. The Centennial group
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anticipation of the yearlong celebration. The legacy project is a tile art mural created by Grade 7 students that will be installed in the new town hall foyer. “A significant investment of volunteer hours and ideas is needed to make a birthday party of this scale a success. Under the leadership of Brenda Dale, the committee has worked smoothly, effec-
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tively and has had way too much fun,” MC Bob Osmond said. “There cannot be anyone who has not been approached by the committee to get involved.” Community Partners was recognized for the work they do with the taxi services getting their clients to and from programs in Sylvan Lake. Outstanding Leadership Fred Johannson won the Outstanding Leadership category after being nominated by Sylvan Lake & District Lions Club for his role in implementing the “vision screening program”. “Lion Fred’s involvement started five years ago when he read that early intervention was a key factor for the treatment of vision problems such as lazy eye. Detection is imperative between the ages of 3 to 5 since the “eye to brain” relationship is established by the age of seven and whatever vision is left, at that point in time, becomes permanent. The Lions partnered with Dr. Trent Allred from Doctors Eye Care and since the program’s inception 825 kindergar-
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ten and daycare children have been tested in the community with 41 referrals to Dr. Allred for further examinations and treatment. Johannson has been a Lions Club member since 1984 and served on many committees, volunteering countless hours. Years ago he came up with the idea of Flight Night, a successful annual fundraiser, proceeds of which are now used to sponsor physically or mentally challenged kids from the community, along with their aide, to attend a week-long summer camp at Camp HeHoHa. Also nominated in the category were Megan Chernoff and Chloe Lester. Volunteer Manager Meghan Harkins, a first time president of the kcs Association’s LAC Board/Committee was presented with the Volunteer Manager trophy. Unfortunately she wasn’t able to attend the gala. In her role, she’s responsible for the parent group which holds fundraisers to help with field trips. Continued on Page 9
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Grizzly Gouda claimed two awards at national cheese grand prix by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
Grizzly Gouda is again a winner for Sylvan Star
Cheese. The extra aged sharp gouda with a very rich nutty flavour captured two prizes at the Canadian Cheese Grand Prix in
Montreal Apr. 18. One of the prizes was in the ‘Gouda’ category, a new category opened during the judging process due to the number of
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cheese entered. ‘Grizzly’ also won in the Farmhouse Cheese category. Sylvan Star Cheese was announced as one of
the competition’s finalists with six cheeses competing in four different categories after judges narrowed the record 225 cheese entries down to 58
finalists in February. The company’s Grizzly Gouda and Aged Gouda were both competing in the open Gouda category. Grizzly Gouda was a
finalist in the Farmhouse Cheese category, where it won top spot. Its Cayenne and Green Peppercorn Spiced Gouda and its Italian Herbs Spiced Gouda were both competing in the Flavoured Cheese with added particulate solids and flavourings category. Natural Smoked Gouda was the company’s finalist in the Flavoured Cheese with added nonparticulate flavourings category. “Canadian cheese makers from coast to coast are producing top quality, impressive cheeses,” said Phil Bélanger, Canadian Cheese Grand Prix jury chairman, in a press release. “The diversity we saw within the 19 categories really showcases how evolved this craft has become in Canada. From aged cheddars to organic cheeses, cheese makers from across Canada are taking it to the next level and are the envy of other cheese making nations.” Sylvan Star Cheese has experienced success in the competition in previous years. At the 2011 Canadian Cheese Grand Prix the company received the Champion Cheese award for its Gouda Herbs and Garlic entry in the flavoured cheese with added particulate solids flavouring category. The company captured three category awards at the 2009 contest. Its Gruyére won the Swiss-type cheese category, its Smoked Gouda was named winner in the Flavoured Cheese with added non-particulate flavouring category and its Old Grizzly won the Farmhouse Cheese category.
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Gala dinner recognized community volunteers Continued from Page 7 She also assists with community activities to benefit children in the kcs Centre and children within the community. Other nominees were Monica Morcom and Lorrie Carrick. Helping Hands The Helping Hands category received such a large number of nominees that two recipients were chosen — Al Elliot and Wayne Collins. Al Elliot was nominated by Serenity Pet Shelter Society after calling nearly four years ago about a dog to adopt. Since the early beginning of the group, he has been “a loyal supporter and volunteer for our organization. Since April 2012, he has devoted well over 6,000 hours to Serenity Pet Shelter Society. Al has fostered at least 18 dogs since then, including the “Famous 8” pups and their mom.” “Al cheerfully goes on rescues, transports food, works at all the summer Farmers’ Markets as well as setting up and packing up every week, works special markets, summer BBQs at various venues, serves on the board of directors, and acts as a fantastic sounding board and chief of wisdom for us all,” said the nomination. “All this as well as keeping his two dogs and three foster dogs (presently) healthy and happy.” “The most amazing fact about Al Elliot is that he is one month away from turning 80 years old.” Wayne Collins has been diligently serving families in our community for the last several years by collecting and distributing donated, qualityused furniture and other household items for free. A retired postal worker, he devotes countless hours each week to collecting tables, beds, sofas, dressers, you name it, from homes across Sylvan Lake. He transports to and from homes with his 3/4 ton truck and trailer, utilizing the church’s 52 foot sea can as a place to store and arrange items for display. Prior to last year’s purchase of the sea can, he operated out of his garage. His nominator wrote, “Wayne would be the last person to draw attention to himself or seek recognition for his contributions … he simply enjoys helping those in need. But as one of several individuals who assist Wayne from
time to time, I see firsthand the difference he’s making in our community, one person and one family at a time.” Other people and organizations nominated included Sylvan Lake Food Bank, Friends of Bethany, Jen Bahler, Julian Price, Alexis Tucker, Laura Duske, Colleen Watson, Terri KemperLucas, Melissa Sigfusson, Jody Gyori, Koreen Naugler, Peter Schmaltz, Barb Herbert, Denise Valaire, Ryan Lange, Kim Reinhart, Amy James, Gerald Bystrom, Jodi Hopkins, Monica Morcom and Fred Johannson. Volunteer Impact Award The most prestigious of the awards was presented to Sylvan Lake Food Bank. The winner was selected from all of the nominations in the other categories. “What can we say about the Food Bank Team? We can be grateful
that they have worked so hard for a very long time over a period of years to keep people who need food, fed. This is most definitely in keeping with Scriptural teachings about love and protecting our neighbours. With the tremendous growth in population it is gratifying to see the increased support from businesses in the community. However, without the existence of this wonderful, impressive, and inspirational team who have a widening impact every time they serve new generations, as well as many from past years, our community would be hurting …” The group includes Pam Towers, Gena-Marie Williamson, Olga Horaska, Vonda and Frank Steckler, Ivan and Marie Jensen, Shirley and Dale Mannix, Donna Ellerby, Jody Muth, Edna Mannerfeldt, Randi Scheffelmaier, Connie
Sutter, Dianne Wirth, Kelly Robley, Ellen Roberts, Kaliana Johnston, Julie Shipowick and Debbie Bell. The program for the evening included a meal prepared by Remi’s Catering and entertainment by Richard and Deborah Popovich of Popovich Patio Dinner Theatre with the theme
100 years of music. Over 200 people attended. The auditorium was decorated with historic pictures of Sylvan Lake along the side walls while the back wall featured “The Stars of Sylvan Lake”, stars with the names of people and organizations nominated. Many people dressed in costumes of different periods.
Nominees for the Outstanding Leadership categorywere Megan Chernoff, Fred Johannson and Chloe Lester. Johannson was presented with the trophy.
Nominees in the Corporate Community Partner category were Arrow Excavating, represented by Michelle Clement and TD Bobcat, represented by Doug Borrowman. The trophy was presented to TD Bobcat.
Wayne Collins and Al Elliot were presented with trophies in the Helping Hands category.
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“Residents not being listened to” charges mayoralty candidate Matt Prete by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
A feeling of disconnect between council and the residents of Sylvan Lake is the reason Matt Prete has announced his candidacy for the mayor’s position this fall. “The direction council’s taken doesn’t seem to reflect the will of people or the best interests of people of town,” he said last week. One example of this is the 781-11 intersection. “That’s a pretty blatant disregard for the will of the people. There’s no question people wanted change — but they were talking about lights. There’s no more risk for lights there than at Highway 20. Residents made it pretty clear they were willing to accept the risk,” he said.
Matt Prete Another disconnect is with the marina redevelopment. “They allowed it to become exclusive. Yes, they have to make it available for a public boat launch but there’s no parking, no limit on what they can charge. I expect I wouldn’t be surprised if they charge $100. They’re going to price the general public out of using it. That’s poor planning. How is it we have a lake and no public access to it? If you do manage to get on the lake and get
hungry where do you go? There’s nowhere to park a boat and walk into town. “We’re told a million people come here on vacation yet our downtown is dying. How do those two fit together?” The Pattern Book, which controls what can be built north of the tracks is a “huge issue for business”, said Prete. “Why would a business spend an extra $200,000 to build north of the tracks when they can go south and not spend it. That’s precisely why businesses are moving out. “We have to accept that downtown and the lakeshore are not quaint, it’s dilapidated. We’ve got to talk about the reality of it.” He said private business money is needed to change the area and revitalize it, but why would business do that?
You are invited... …to a Town Hall gathering with the Chinook’s Edge Board of Education Wednesday, May 8 at Division Office 4904—50 Street, Innisfail
• Enjoy a ‘come and go’ visit with trustees between 3:30-7:00 p.m. • At 5:30, trustees will present the findings of their Board Survey to date. Refreshments will be available. • The Survey remains open until May 15. Visit www.chinooksedge.ab.ca, ‘Board of Education’s Public Survey’ link at bottom right or call toll free 1-800-561-9229. • All survey respondents are entered into a draw for an iPad! We’re looking forward to hearing from you at Chinook’s Edge, where students come first!
“The days of being able to make enough profit for the year in two months over the summer are gone. The price of land, taxation, all these things add up. You just can’t get enough income in two months’ time. We’ve got to figure out a way to make year-round businesses.” “If we have a healthy business community we’ll have a healthy community,” he stated. Prete would scrap the Pattern Book and say we want a marine theme. “Let businesses use their imagination. Collectively I think we’ll get something much better than by strict architectural controls.” Another concern is the high lake level. At a council meeting he attended, he heard a report from Alberta Environment about the lake level. Basically, he said, it’s possible to lower the level but will take a lot of work, a lot of hoops to jump through. “Honestly, I think council lacks leadership, it’s almost
like they gave up, thinking it would be too hard, instead of digging in to make it happen.” Prete has been general manager of Blindman Valley Propane for the past three years and lived in Sylvan Lake for seven years. In the past he spent a few years working for State Farm Insurance and was in the farm equipment business. He grew up on a farm in Saskatchewan. He said he’s been interested in politics since he was a kid and always felt he would jump in at some time. “I never felt compelled to do so until now.” A Facebook page will be set up shortly and people are encouraged to learn more about him and contact him with their questions, Prete said. “My favourite thing is to do questions and answers. I think most people like that too.” He believes there needs to be a change in how people communicate with council.
Speaking about his involvement with saving trees along the south end of the Pierview subdivision, he said residents “didn’t get information until the very last minute. I think we need more stakeholders advised earlier on in the process about details. How can council make recommendations without talking to the public first? The system seems to be stacked against the residents. It’s almost an us against them attitude.” If councillors had asked him questions when he made his presentation, he felt they would have gotten a better feel for the residents’ vision and they would have felt more engaged. “That’s the part that bothered me the most. It’s like an arrogance.” Prete saw something similar at council’s public hearing on the business licensing bylaw and mobile vending. “Nobody (councillors) asked a single question. I don’t understand why they
wouldn’t engage the public. There was no engagement at all.” He added, “without engagement, without talking about it, how do you make an informed decision?” “My goal is to open up the process, make it more engaging.” He believes council should have the leadership and courage to “go and sit and listen”. Presently, the disconnected council doesn’t represent his interests. “People will be more engaged” in the election process, Prete believes. “If they have a credible alternative, it will make it more interesting.” He believes he’s that alternative. The only other candidate to formally announce candidacy for the mayor’s position so far has been councillor Dale Plante. Elections take place on October 21. Previously councillors and mayors served three year terms but that’s been changed to four year terms with this election.
Noisy party shut down and homeowner fined Saturday, April 20th 2:09 a.m. – RCMP were called to an address on Lakeway Boulevard in relation to complaints of a disturbance. A group of males and females were reportedly screaming and yelling outside of a residence. All were found to be intoxicated with a female advising that she was arguing with several people outside. All had attended a party down the street which was shut down. No physical violence ensued and all parties took a cab back to their residences. 3:38 a.m. – A 28-yearold male is facing assault and mischief charges in relation to a domestic
dispute on 47A Avenue in Sylvan Lake. RCMP attended the residence where the male and his 34-yearold girlfriend were both intoxicated and having a verbal argument, throwing things around the residence and causing damage. The female advised of being punched in the kidney area but was not seriously injured. The male was arrested at the scene and transported to the detachment where he was formally charged. 11:49 p.m. – RCMP were called to a loud party on Legend Court in Sylvan Lake. Residents in the area reported really loud music, people uri-
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nating on neighbouring properties, cars parked on lawns and bottles being broken around the area. An initial warning to the homeowner failed to rectify the problem. A second visit resulted in the party being shut down and the owner being charged with a $250 fine for a first offence. Sunday, April 21st 12:20 a.m. – A single vehicle rollover on Township Road 380 at Highway 781 fortunately resulted in no injuries to the occupants. The 40-year-old male driver managed to exit his truck which had rolled in the ditch and was leaking
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gas. Police, fire and EMS crews located the vehicle and treated the male for a minor injury to the head. The man’s dog, however, remained trapped in the vehicle but was later rescued. Road conditions at the time of the incident were extremely icy. Wednesday, April 24th 2:46 a.m. – A traffic stop on 46 Street in Sylvan Lake resulted in several charges against a 30-year-old Red Deer female. She was initially pulled over for a burned out headlight, however, a further check resulted in the female admitting to consuming alcohol, which was a breach of her probation. A further search of the accused and her vehicle resulted in the recovery of methamphetamine, crack cocaine, drug pipes, cash and various other paraphernalia. The female is charged with drug trafficking, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, failure to comply with a probation order, and Traffic Safety Act violations.
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ROAD CLOSURES Memorial Trail will be closed between 50th Street and Lakeway Boulevard from May 6th – 10th (weather permitting) for completion of the paving. Construction to resume starting May 6th in the Downtown Area along 50A Avenue from 50th Street to 52nd Street and along 50A Street from 50A Avenue to Lakeshore Drive. Businesses in this area will be OPEN. Access can be made from Lakeshore Drive. Please obey all construction signage.
2013/14 ICE ALLOCATION It’s that time of year again!! Ice Requests are now being received at the Recreation, Parks & Culture ofÀces until June 15, 2013, for the upcoming Fall & Winter Ice Season at the Sylvan Lake Arena and Sylvan Lake Multiplex. Request forms can be picked up at the Sylvan Lake Aquatic Centre. For more information about Ice Allocation please contact Jennifer at 403-887-2199.
CEMETERY CLEAN-UP NOTICE
Public Works staff, and their contractors, will be cleaning and maintaining the Lakeview and West Meadows cemeteries throughout the month of May. Personal belongings and other items that are strewn about will be collected and stored for a period of one month and then discarded if not claimed. Please note that bylaw 1541/2010 (the Cemetery Bylaw) prohibits the placement of trees, shrubs, grave covers, markers, monuments, or any other permanent item without a cemetery permit. Please contact the Public Works department at 403.887.2800 with your questions or concerns.
May 13, 2013 • Town Office • 5:30 pm
Visit the event calendar at www.sylvanlake.ca for full meetings/event listings
MPC MEETING May 6, 2013 • Town Office • 6:00 pm
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE May 9, 2013 • Town Office • 5:30 pm
Help Keep Sylvan Lake Beautiful – Spring clean-up week! LARGE ITEM PICK-UP (no-charge) – May 7, 8, and 9 (Pre-registration is required) The Public Works Department will be conducting the semi-annual pick-up of unwanted household furniture and appliances on May 7, 8, and 9. Residents of Sylvan Lake must preregister by 4:00 P.M. on Monday, May 6. Registered items must be placed for collection by 8:00 A.M. on Tuesday, May 7.
Typical items collected include: . stoves . washers . couches/chairs
Items not collected include: . construction debris . automotive parts . appliances which contain Freon . loose debris
There is a maximum pick-up of 3 items per household. Please call the Public Works Department at 403-887-2800 to register or to find out if your items qualify for pick-up. PITCH-IN WEEK – May 5-11 Register your school, service club or neighborhood and the general area you plan on collecting litter from and receive no-charge garbage bags and bag pick-up during pitch-in week. We’ll supply the coffee and snacks. Call the Public Works Department at 403-887-2800 to register. TREE BRANCH DISPOSAL (no-charge) – May 6-11 Tree branches will be accepted free of charge at the Waste Transfer site from Monday, May 6 to Saturday, May 11. The transfer site is open every Monday to Saturday from 9 A.M. until 5 P.M. through October exclusive of statutory holidays. The transfer site is located 1.5 kilometers east of the round-about on Highway #11A and .5 kilometers south on R.R. #12.
RESIDENTIAL STREET SWEEPING Parking Restrictions: Street sweeping is under way. Watch for “No Parking� signs placed in your area. Signs are posted a minimum of 24 hours in advance and are valid for up to 72 hours after posting. Unlawfully parked vehicles will be ticketed and towed at the owners’ expense. Annual Hydrant Testing/Flushing The Public Works Department will be flow testing fire hydrants throughout the spring and early summer. You may experience a slight discoloration of your water caused by mineral iron. Simply run a cold water tap for 5-10 minutes to clear.
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Expression of Interest: R.V. Septic Dump Station The Town of Sylvan Lake is requesting “Expressions of Interest� from local businesses for the locating of a recreation vehicle (R.V.) dump station onto your commercial or industrial property. The town may assist in the design and the construction of the facility in return for a commitment to provide the service to the public for a minimum term. Some conditions apply including, but not limited to: . The facility must be in a non-residential area . The potential agreement must be with the property owner . Suitable access is required to accommodate large R.V. units . 24 hour access is required . A minimum term is required . There can be no charge to the public Further information may be obtained by contacting Mr. John Watson, Public Works Manager at 403.887.2800. A written declaration of your interest in this project must be received prior to May 9, 2013 by 2:00 P.M. at the town office located at 4926 50 Avenue, T4S 1A1 or by e-mail at jwatson@sylvanlake.ca.
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County residents asked for input on regional recreation plan by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
Residents of Lacombe County are being asked to help determine a plan for addressing their recreational needs in the future. An online survey, accessbile on the county’s website (www.lacombecounty.com) until May 17, will be used to gather information. Otherwise residents can request a written or telephone sur-
vey by calling the county office at 403-782-6601. “Lacombe County is committed to enabling individuals, families and communities to be active,” stated a media release issued last week. “A regional recreation model was chosen to accomplish this goal. This means the county will continue to partner with providers of existing and future recreation facilities and services to ensure that county residents have access to
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them.” The county is in the third and final phase of developing the regional plan. To date a wide range of stakeholders have participated in identifying the framework and proposed outcomes of the plan. Once complete, the plan will assist the county in planning for the recreational needs of its residents well into the future. The survey will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. The link on the county website can be accessed with any electronic device (i.e.: computer, tablet, iPhone etc.) Individuals who complete the survey in the first two weeks will be entered in a draw for a new iPad. A second draw at the closing date will be held for an iPhone. Following completion of the survey, the county will host a series of stakeholder meetings in June. These meetings will include a presentation on the strategic direction for recreation, the survey results and recommendations for future facility development.
What do you think the new lighthouse should look like? by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
Plans are progressing to build a new lighthouse in Sylvan Lake and now it’s time for residents to weigh in on their ideas. Trevor Sigfusson, chair of the committee working on the project, said they want to invite everyone to submit their
visions between now and May 21. There’s no preconceived idea of what the lighthouse could look like, he indicated pointing to some of those found in a Google image search of those located around the world. Following initial investigation, the committee has found that the
province is not in favour of anything being built on the current landfill pier or in the water off that site at the north end of 50th Street. That has meant they’re focused on constructing something on the site of the last lighthouse. That property will become a town park in the near future as part of an agree-
Here’s a selection of pictures of lighthouse around the world, found at Google Images to stimulate your minds.
ment with the developer of the marina and condominum project. Sketches, pictures and descriptions of styles and colours are invited by the committee and may be dropped off at the Sylvan Lake News or Sylvan Lake Municipal Library until Tuesday, May 21. Please make sure your name and contact information is included. The committee then hopes to narrow down the options and have two or three proposals ready to be unveiled during the open house at the new town hall on June 15. Plans for fundraising are also in the formative stages. The committee will be working with Red Deer & District Community Foundation in order to be able to accept donations and provide tax receipts. Sponsorship packages are being developed for individual donors, corporations and organizations. More on this work will be announced at the June 15 event.
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Mobile vendors prohibited on north side of tracks as bylaw passed final stages by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
Sylvan Lake’s business licensing bylaw was finally approved by councillors who unanimously supported second reading of the bylaw but were divided when third reading was called at their Apr. 22 meeting.
Councillors Sean McIntyre and Dale Plante voted against third reading which passsed with support of the rest of council. Councillor Ken MacVicar was absent from the meeting. McIntyre argued that councillors should postpone the final vote for three weeks to “allow everybody to
have a long look at it before we put it in place”. Following a public hearing Apr. 8, council directed the removal of all applicable sections and schedules pertaining to allowance of mobile vendors operating on public land, prohibited them operating north of the tracks (unless participating in
a special event approved by the town) and amended a section of the bylaw dealing with buskers to allow them to sell products “that are an original production of the busker relating to their performance” and use amplification equipment for busking. Plante noted the
license inspector has the ability to establish hours of operation for buskers and asked if it that was wide open. Rae Anne Ornella, who presented the changes, told him it was totally discretionary but that they would work with municipal enforcement to establish acceptable hours.
Interesting and provocative speeches by Lighthouse students by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
Students at Lighthouse Christian Academy were delighted to have a professional public speaker, their MLA, among the judges who graded them during their speaking contest Monday. MLA Kerry Towle was joined by Lisa Greentree and Neil Williamson on the judging panel while teacher Katrina Swart acted as timekeeper. The junior category, for Grade 6 and 7 students, was won by Noah Wilson while Jordan Smith placed second and Brooke Smith third. Julie McDonald was first in the senior category for Grade 8 and 9 students, while Josh Canning was second and Ethan Mearns was third. All the speeches were well done with thought provoking topics selected and researched by the students. Following are the participants and their topics. Julie McDonald - Fairytales 101; Josh Canning - War Crimes; Ethan Mearns - Are Sasquatch real?; Andrew Armstrong Should we travel in space?; Jesse Saysongkham Importance of finding a career; Jaedyn Hanson - Parents should stay married for life; Logan Howard - What Life would be like if superheroes were real; Shyla Hindes
Winners of the Lighthouse Christian Academy public speaking contest for Grade 8 and 9 students were, in front, Ethan Mearns (third), Josh Canning (second) and Julie McDonald (first). In the back row are the judging team of MLA Kerry Towle, Lisa Greentree, teacher Katrina Swart and Neil Williamson.
Winners of the Lighthouse Christian Academy public speaking contest for Grade 6 and 7 students were, in front, Jordan Smith (second), Brooke Smith (third) and Noah Wilson (first). In the back row are the judging team of MLA Kerry Towle, Lisa Greentree, teacher Katrina Swart and Neil Williamson.
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Plante also asked if there were specific locations for buskers to operate and was told that’s also at the discretion of the license inspector. She suggested they’d likely be in Centennial Park and that it is possible to limit the number of buskers in specific locations. “We may want to identify the areas in the downtown core suitable for busking,” said Plante. McIntyre added, he’d like to see a policy stating hours and also locations. “I think there are appropriate places along 50th Street for buskers, on the north side of Lakeshore Drive west of Centennial Park.” “I’d like council to consider this is new to us, we don’t know what type of buskers will come or where they want to be,” said Mayor Susan Samson. “I suspect on the lakefront,
but I’d like council to consider leaving it open to the discretion of the development authority for the summer.” Then she suggested a review in the fall of the good things that happen and things they can improve. “I think we have a real opportunity here, I know staff have the best interests of the area. We don’t know what buskers want to do yet, my preference it to revisit this at the end of September.” Councillor Graham Parsons agreed with her. McIntyre countered, “if we can articulate our vision that gives staff an idea how to proceed.” And Plante added, “I’d like to see us be the ones who steer it.” Samson then stated, “What I’ve heard around the table is let it have some wings and grow, then come back to us.”
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Plenty of work carried out on Caribbean mission trip by Stuart Fullarton Sylvan Lake News
A group of Sylvan Lake missionaries fled the frigid Central Alberta weather for the soaring temperatures of the Caribbean in February. Eleven members of Lighthouse Fellowship Church of the Nazarene
made the eight-day trip to Trinidad and Tobago, where, upon their arrival, they were greeted by a blast of heat and humidity. But instead of heading for the beach, members of the group quickly got to work on a roofing project at Caribbean Nazarene College in Upper Santa
Cruz. “It was not a vacation, but we did get to see a little bit of the country,” said Leah Rawlings, who helped organize the mission trip. It was undertaken by the church in conjunction with Work and Witness, a Church of the Nazarene organi-
Arriving at the Port of Spain airport were John Scheffelmair, Jolene Gruntman, Kyle Gruntmand, Lorna Gibson, Naomi Hilman, Barry Sigurdson, Ruth Ann Sigurdson, Elijah Sigurdson, Jackie Hann, Samantha Hann and Leah Rawlings.
In the middle row, Ruth Ann Sigurdson and Leah Rawlings, and in the front row, Lorna Gibson, Naomi Hilman and Jolene Gruntman, visited a geriatric home. They were joined by students of Caribbean Nazarene College.
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buildings on the college’s campus were built through Work and Witness, and were funded by donors. Through bottle drives and other fundraisers held by the church, Sylvan Lake residents helped to raise and exceed the $5,000 needed for materials for the roofing project. “We had to do this in a very short amount of time, trying to figure out what are we going to do, but the community of Sylvan Lake was fabulous,” said Rawlings. “People were just so awesome about donating and contributing, and just being willing to help out.” Working on the project, however, wasn’t without its challenges.
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Intense heat and the steep terrain surrounding the college made work difficult for the group, but three other volunteers from Barbados helped to ease the burden. F i f t e e n - y e a r- o l d Samantha Hann appreciated being able to meet and work alongside area locals. “I thought the most rewarding part was building a relationship with the people down there,” she said. “I found that was really awesome.” Despite spending a large part of the trip working, members of the group also managed to find time to explore the country, and visited a number of its sites including Pitch Lake and Maracas Bay. They also indulged in bake and shark - a local shark meat-based delicacy. “The idea is they don’t want you to work every single minute, they want you to expe-
rience a little bit of the culture and get a feel for the country,” said Hilman. “We’d get our project done, and we saw a little bit of the countryside too, so it was a nice balance.” Also travelling were Pastor Barry Sigurdson, Ruth Ann Sigurdson, Elijah Sigurdson, Jolene Gruntman, Kyle Gruntman, Jackie Han n , Jo h n Scheffelmair and Lorna Gibson. Hilman took on another project while in Trinidad and Tobago, by agreeing to, in the future, provide a number of quilts to a geriatric centre the group visited. Over the next several months, she hopes to have as many quilts made as possible, and will send them to Trinidad and Tobago in January. Those interesting in contributing quilts or fabric to the project are asked to call Hilman at 403-887-5058.
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Veterans’ Appreciation Day will feature show of vehicles, military displays, stories by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
A contingent of military vehicles will be converging on Sylvan Lake to participate in a Veteran’s Appreciation Day at the community centre May 11. Allan Cameron, executive director of Veterans Voices of Canada, said “it’s going to be a pretty amazing, awesome day” and he’s encouraging residents to attend and participate. The event provides a chance to talk to veterans about their experiences and show appreciation for what they’ve done. It’s also a fundraiser for the organization. The goal of the Sylvan Lake based Veterans Voices is to document the stories of veterans on video for historic and educational purposes. Already, Cameron said, they’ve
Dirty dogs give pets with cancer a second lease on life Submitted Special to Sylvan Lake News
Be a part of the dog wash with a difference! Residents are asked to join dog lovers from across the province to help pets struggling with cancer. On Saturday, May 11, starting at 9 a.m. Woofs & Purrs in Sylvan Lake will be washing dogs to raise funds for the Animal Cancer Therapy Subsidization Society (ACTSS). Last year alone, this event was able to raise over $10,000 for animal cancer treatment. To ensure that there is room for every pet, it is recommended that dog owners call and book an appointment (403-887-4000). Treating cancer in a beloved pet is expensive and often financially beyond many pet owners’ means. Without treatment these pets die or are euthanized prematurely. ACTSS is dedicated to bringing affordable modern veterinary cancer treatment to patients and educating animal owners and veterinarians of the availability, uses and benefits of advanced cancer therapies.
recorded the memories of almost 700 veterans and the number waiting to tell their stories in continuing to grow. The day kicks off at 11 a.m. with military displays, Veterans’ Corner and a silent auction. Red Deer Legion Pipe and Drum Band will open the show with a performance. Then Cameron will explain more about the organization and what they’ve been doing. Black Thunder, two
former Princess Patricia Canadian Light Infantry members, will provide a unique drum performance in the darkened auditorium with just black light used to show their actions. Another highlight is Master Corporal Paul Franklin who will talk about his experiences in Afghanistan and his inspirational story of survival. Franklin lost both his legs in a suicide bombing in Kandahar in
2006. A medical technician, he trained the eight men in his patrol company and it was their bravery and close teamwork that save the lives of Franklin and two comrades after the attack. Special presentations are also planned, but Cameron didn’t want to spoil the surprise by announcing them at this time. He said there will be lots of military displays, both inside the commu-
nity centre and in the parking lot outside. About 15-20 military vehicles will be shown by members of the Alberta Militar y Vehicle Preservation Association. They’ll be joined by UN/ NATO veterans and their motorcycles, 3rd Canadian Army Veteran motorcycle units from Red Deer and First Special Service Force reenactors. A ‘best of show’ award will be presented to the
most intriguing or interesting vehicle, based on votes by everyone attending. Veterans from across Alberta will be available at Veterans’ Corner in the auditorium to talk about their stories. Among these are fighter pilots, a bomber pilot and crew and Afghanistan veterans, said Cameron. All veterans attending are asked to wear their full regalia. The silent auction features some real variety
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with items suitable for everyone, he said. Activities will run until 4 p.m. At the end of the day, a flag signed by all the Veterans who attended and a piece of artwork they’ve signed will be auctioned live. “This is going to be a pretty cool collector’s item,” suggested Cameron. There’s also a barbecue for those who get hungry during the day.
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More than $5,500 added to total this week by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
Up close - Sully, a barred owl, was admired by students at Lighthouse Christian Academy on Monday. Liana Shaw from Medicine River Wildlife Centre brought the bird to show students while she talked to them about how garbage can be hazardous to wild animals. She read Otis’s Story, a book about the Great Horned Owl who has been used by the centre for educational presentations in past years. Part of the centre’s goal is to teach people about the importance of taking care of the environment and animals in it. STEVE DILLS
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During Sylvan Lake’s Centennial we’re attempting to quantify the generosity of our community with information and a running tally of donations to various groups and organizations. We know how giving our community is and we want to emphasize that with this column. Please feel free to add to our list. Year-to-date total $86,796,90 • Art & Soul benefit concert and silent auction, held Apr. 13 raised about $4,500 for the fine arts department at École H. J. Cody High School. • École Steffie Woima Elementary School’s penny drive raised $1,079.02 for the
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Two face drug charges following surveillance operation by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
Several drug investigations are ongoing in Sylvan Lake as RCMP have brought in additional resources and are committed to reducing drug related offenses in the community. Charges have been laid after one incident and additional charges or arrests of associated individuals may result as the investigation continues. Sylvan Lake RCMP members were working
jointly with Calgary RCMP’s general investigation section on a surveillance operation about 6 p.m. last Friday. They observed an “unrelated drug transaction take place between two individuals, immediately intervened and successfully arrested both subjects,” according to a news release. RCMP seized approximately 450 grams of marijuana, $1,930 in cash and several other items related to drug trafficking.
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Census day is April 19, 2013! During the week of April 15– 18, enumerators will deliver personalized PINs to every household in Sylvan Lake. Residents can then go online between April 19 and May 31 to complete their census from the comfort of their own laptops, tables or smart phones...it’s just that easy! Enumerators will begin door to door collection of information from households that have not completed their census starting on May 1.
Why aWhy Why Census? a Census? Many grants from the provincial and federal governments are calculated on a per capita basis– by accurately accounting for the entire population of Sylvan Lake, we can increase the level of funding the Town receives in grant revenue and thereby decrease the burden on the municipal taxpayers. As the community grows, we need to secure these provincial and federal grants to expand our Town services and to better understand the types of services needed.
CENSUS 2013 Begins April 19, 2013 and runs until May 31, 2013 Visit www.censusalberta.ca/sylvanlake and enter your address and PIN… Completing the Census takes only a minute– it’s easy! Call us at 403 887 2141 or email census@sylvanlake.ca for more details. Pepper was a stray cat in Sylvan Lake. She was taken in out of the cold but cannot stay where she is. This is why we are making her Pet of the Week for she desperately needs to Ànd a home of her own, or the very least a Foster Home! She is under a year old, totally friendly and great with everyone. We need to Ànd her a home ASAP.
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Derek Michael Mathers of Sylvan Lake and Darren John McClellan of Red Deer have been charged with possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking. The release noted community residents, as always, are encouraged to provide information that will assist police in their endeavour to reduce drug offences.
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Following are calls responded to by Sylvan Lake’s volunteer firefighters, during the two weeks ending Apr. 29, as supplied by Deputy Fire Chief Steve Scanland. Sunday, April 14 3:18 a.m. - motor vehicle collision, Falcon Ridge Drive. Sunday, April 21 12:37 a.m. - motor vehicle collision, Highway 781 and Township Road 380. Wednesday, April 24 - 5:40 p.m. - motor vehicle collision, Red Deer County. Wednesday, April 24 - 10:53 p.m. - gas leak, propane, Westwood Close. Thursday, April 25 8:53 p.m. - rubbish fire, 43rd Street. Friday, April 26 11:21 a.m. - power line hazard, Lakeshore Drive. Friday, April 26 - 2:35 p.m. - toxic spill, 44th Street. Saturday, April 27 4:54 p.m. - grass fire, Red Deer County. Saturday, April 27 5:22 p.m. - grass fire, Red Deer County. Saturday, April 27 7:37 p.m. - grass fire, Lacombe County. Sunday, April 28 4:21 p.m. - grass fire, Red Deer County.
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Sylvan Lake & District Lions Club
BIKE
Auction Saturday, May 11 Lions Hall Parking Lot
11:00 a.m.
For bicycle donation pick-up call
403-887-4037or 403-887-3776
All proceeds to community projects
We are proud to sponsor: • KCS Services
• Arthritis Society •MS Society
L ions Club 5119-50a Avenue Sylvan Lake & District
New Members WELCOME! Fitness & Sports
By Invitation
Hall Rentals: 403-887-3776
If you are interested in joining our club,please contact Kay Bystrom 403-746-6006 or Betty Finner 403-887-5865.
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Call 1-888-48-MÉTIS (1-888-486-3847) online at: www.metisemployment.ca
51 - 45 ST. CRES. SYLVAN LAKE Saturday, May 4 9 - 5 Household & Collectibles Reno’d discards, etc....
Sylvan Lake
MÉTIS YOUTH 4E SUMMER CAMP SO008496
Come educate yourself! Explore all your possibilities, empower your life choices and enjoy every minute of your time this summer with respected educators, knowledgeable Métis elders and playing with amazing NHL Hockey players. July 1 – 5, 2013. Application Deadline June 17, 2013.
Sylvan Lake
SIMPLE!
It’s simple to run a Garage Sale Ad in the Classified section and make quick cash. Phone Classifieds 1-877-223-3311.
Sylvan Lake
MULTI-FAMILY
GARAGE SALE Funded in part by the Government of Canada.
Saturday, May 4, 2013 9am - 3pm Sylvan Lake Seniors Centre 4908 - 50 Avenue
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SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Thursday, May 2, 2013
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Restaurant/ Hotel
BLONDIE’S RESTAURANT In Sylvan Lake now hiring exp’d LINE COOKS, SERVERS & DISHWASHERS. Also looking for supervisory position in front. Competitive wages. Please call Merle 403-887-1955 OR 403-887-1806 after 2 p.m. or Email: blondiesrestaurant @hotmail.com 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
Pier 7
PART-TIME COOK REQUIRED. No experience necessary. 10-15 hrs per week, more during summer. Call 403-887-0077 to set up interview.
850
LEVEL 2 WATER and Waste Water Operator required for Elinor Lake Resort. Call 780-623-3993
LINE LOCATING ASSISTANT REQUIRED
Central Line Locating req’s a locator assistant. No experience necessary, willing to train. Must be physically fit. Working varied hours. Send resumes to: office@ centrallinelocating.com Fax 403-747-3535 Office: 403-747-3017 P/T LABORER req’d.for excavating company. 403-887-5604
850
Trades
ASSISTANT PARTS MANAGER. Busy GM dealership in High River, south of Calgary. Minimum 4 years experience a must. Excellent benefits, salary, bonus. Send resume: doug @highcountrychev.com. Fax 403-652-3880
DAYSHIFT QC Person Nexus Engineering is Currently looking for DAYSHIFT QC PERSON •
Trades
Must be able to read measuring devices and blueprints for inspection of machined parts.
We offer competitive wages, benefits and a RRSP plan. Please forward resumes to resume@ nexusengineering.ca EXPERIENCED repair person req’d for local truck company. Work involves all aspects of heavy truck and trailer repair and dismanteling. Must be physically fit. HD Mechanic or equivelant experience We offer competitive wages, benefits weekends off. Fax resume to 1-855-784-2330 or call FILLED! INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. No Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. Sign up online! iheschool.com. 1-866-399-3853
Clerical
Phoenix Oilfield Rentals Ltd. is a progressive well funded and growing company with an excellent reputation for reliable equipment as well as safe and professional work standards. Phoenix is currently seeking a field/shop apprentice mechanic for our Red Deer branch. Phoenix also has branches in Grande Prairie and Ft. Nelson serving Alberta and B.C. A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license are required. The ability to multi task in a fast paced environment, proven ability to organize tasks and manage time, willingness to learn and strong interaction skills as well as First Aid and H2S tickets would be an asset. Knowledge of gensets and pumps would be an advantage. This fulltime permanent position would begin immediately, competitive wage depending on experience with benefit package after 3 months. e-mail resumes and copy of tickets to: humanresources@ phoenixrentals.ca or fax to:(780) 986-0763 PYRAMID CORPORATION IS NOW HIRING! Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various sites across Alberta. Send resume to: hr@pyramidcorporation.com or fax 780-955-HIRE WATER WELL DRILLING COMPANY IN BENTLEY REQ’S EXPERIENCED
WATER WELL DRILLERS HELPER
with class 3, air. All safety tickets required. Meal and Accommodation provided when out of town. Fax resume with drivers abstract: 403-748-3015
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Full Time ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE CLERK required for busy oďŹƒce in Sylvan Lake. Must have excellent computer skills, be proďŹ cient with Excel spreadsheets and very detail orientated. Also hiring for RECEPTION position, must be able to work well in a team environment, good at multitasking, proďŹ cient with Microsoft OďŹƒce programs. The successful applicant must have great attention for detail and an outgoing personality.
Please send your resume Attn. Amy to: Email: jobs@nexsourcepower.com Fax: 403-887-4945
Trades
850
WORKERS FOR GRAVEL CRUSHING OPERATION IN EAST CENTRAL ALBERTA. Skilled or will train. Experienced foreman also needed. Email: fitzcons@telus.net. Fax 780-842-5556. Phone 780-842-5227
Truckers/ Drivers
860
CLASS 1 drivers req’d for flat deck work. Steady year round work. Benefits, exc. wages and safety bonuses. Successful candidates must be hard working, must know your load securement and love driving as you will be traveling throughout BC, AB, SK & MB. Please fax resumes and drivers abstract to 1-855-784-2330 DRIVERS WANTED. Terrific career opportunity with outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No rail experience needed! Extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 weeks vacation & benefits package. Skills needed Ability to travel 3 months at a time, valid licence with air brake endorsement. Compensation based on prior driving experience. Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver. Do not fill in city or state
Business Opportunities
870
MATCO TOOLS is looking for franchisees in your area. Professional products with a complete business system available to support you in becoming your own boss. Home based business; training & support programs. More information call 778-387-4666; www.gomatco.com TELL it all! Tell it well! Make your ads sell for you by giving full description of goods or services offered. Include prices and terms. Phone 1-877-223-3311 for a friendly ad taker.
Misc. Help
880
Misc. Help
880
$100 - $400 CASH DAILY for landscaping work! Competitive, energetic, honesty a must; PropertyStarsJobs.com.
ACADEMIC Express Adult Education and Training
Spring Start
GED classes days/evening
Fall Start
Community Support Worker Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available. 403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca Attention Students SUMMER WORK flexible schedule, $16 baseappointment, customer sales/service, no experience necessary, conditions apply, Will Train, Call 403-755-6711 www.summeropenings.ca HIRING ON SITE MANAGER in Bruderheim for all inclusive apartments. Call DMG Asset Management and Realty Ltd. 780-992-2005.
LITTLE ROCKS n STUFF
Is hiring for this years 2013 season. We are looking for a delivery person, and p/t employee. Please apply in person starting Mon. Apr. 29, to #16 Industrial Dr. Sylvan Lake
Misc. Help
880
UTILITYMAN/COUNTERPERSON “The Rental Storeâ€? is looking for an individual who can: • load and unload equipment (able to lift 50 kgs) • help with front counter sales (computer skills required) • do yard maintenance as required Our ideal candidate will be in good health, have good communication skills, able to work well with others, have competent computer skills, and be prepared to work 40-50 hours per week. If you possess most or all of these qualities please apply to Dave or Ross at the following address: The Rental Store 30 Industrial Drive Sylvan Lake, AB Ph: 403-887-0012 Fax: 403-887-0441 Email: werentit@telus.net
PROGRAM COORDINATOR OPPORTUNITY Working out of the Senior’s Centre, 4 days per week under the Direction and Supervision of the Board of Directors. The Program Coordinator will search, plan, deliver and evaluate programs for the Association and complete other tasks as assigned.
The ideal candidate will possess the following: • Excellent communication skills (vocal & written). • Ability to work independently and as a team member. • Ability to establish and maintain an eective working relationship with members, the Board, community professionals and the general public. • Good computer skills (MS Word, Publisher, Excel, etc.). • An understanding of general oďŹƒce administration. • An understanding or desire to learn the issues facing seniors and their families. Required QualiďŹ cations: • Preferred combination of education and work experience, including but not limited to – - Recreation, social work, and/or program planning. - Current 1st Aid and CPR. - Clear Criminal Record check. - Possession of Class 5 driver’s license. - Occasional Saturday & evening work will be required. Please submit your resume & cover letter to: The Sylvan Lake Seniors Association 4908 – 50 Avenue Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1C9 Attention – Don MacKenzie, slsenior@shaw.ca Competition closes Monday May 6, 2013 @ 4PM.
Misc. Help
880
MEAT MANAGER, Jasper Super A. Jasper Super A is looking for an experienced Retail Meat Manager. As Meat Manager you will be responsible for all aspects of the managing the department, including cutting meat. You must have working knowledge of gross margins, expense controls and human resources management. The successful candidate must have Grade 12 (or equivalent) and be able to provide a “clear� security clearance. If you have the skills and abilities please forward your resume to our Head Office, The Grocery People Ltd. (TGP) in confidence to: Human Resources, The Grocery People Ltd., 14505 Yellowhead Trail, Edmonton, AB, T5L 3C4. Fax 780-447-5781. Email: humanresources@tgp.ca
NEWSPAPER CARRIERS REQUIRED
Employment Training
900
MASSAGE CAREER. Train full-time or part-time at our highly regarded, progressive school. Small classes, individual attention, confident graduates! 1-877-646-1018; www.albertainstitute ofmassage.com MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION RATED #2 FOR WORK-AT-HOME. Train with the top-rated accredited school in Canada. Financing and student loans available. Contact CanScribe today at 1-800-466-1535; www.canscribe.com
Business Services #1000 - #1430
Accounting
1010
#103 Railside Plaza, 4505 – 50 Avenue Sylvan Lake, Alberta
Chartered Accountants & Business Advisors
www.strategisgroupca.com
Automotive
Contract Sales Administrator
NEW FACILITY WE ARE A NEW CAR WARRANTY APPROVED MAINTENANCE FACILITY
Phone: 403-588-8163
service@sylvanlakeautopro.com 1A Industrial Drive
1170
Financial
DROWNING IN DEBT? Cut debts more than 50% & debt free in half the time! Avoid bankruptcy! Free consultation; www.mydebtsolution.com or toll free 1-877-556-3500. BBB rated A+
Glass Shops
1196
AUTO • RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL MOBILE SERVICE 24 HOUR COMMERCIAL EMERGENCY SERVICE
403-887-2200
Len Campbell Owner/Operator 8 Cuendet Industrial Way, Sylvan Lake
Our Door to Yours! Mobile Glass Service
Directly behind our old location
#6, 20A Sylvaire Close Hours: M-F 8-5
403-887-6661 Landscaping
Domestic, Import & Diesel Repair
403-887-2340
Caregivers
1060
3 SPOTS AVAILABLE FOR AGES 2 AND UP. Mon. - Fri. 7 am. - 6 pm. Structured learning while children play in a safe stable home in Sylvan. 403-505-3910 Start your career! See Help Wanted
1400
1260
CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon. U.S. travel waiver. (24 hour record check). Divorce? Simple. Fast. Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300 or 1-800-347-2540; www. accesslegalresearch.com IS YOUR CRIMINAL record limiting your future? Want it gone? Have it removed today! Canada’s #1 record removal providers since 1989. 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366); www. RemoveYourRecord.com
Misc. Services
1290
Sidewalks, driveways, shops, patios, garage pads commercial. Specialized in stamp concrete. 302-9126
403-887-0440
Drilling
Trail offers excellent training and a competitive compensation and benefit package. Start your career with a well known and respected company, become a member of the successful Trail team by applying in person to: Chris Sturdy in person at 2823 Bremner Avenue Delivery Driver applicants apply to Colin Parsons at #6 4622 61 St. Riverside Industrial District. Security checks will be conducted on successful candidates.
Additions & Renovations Fences & Decks Basement Development
Imports • Domestic • Trucks • SUV • Diesel Repairs
Part time Customer Well Service Rep Appliance Delivery Driver
1100
Legal Services
403-318-1760 www.windoorinst.com
DISCONNECTED PHONE? Phone Factory Home Phone Service. No one refused! Low monthly rate! Calling features & unlimited long distance available. Call Phone Factory today! 1-877-336-2274; www.phonefactory.ca
1029
www.rapidauto.org Trail Appliances has always offered excellence in sales, delivery, customer service, and after-sales support. The Company is currently looking to fill the following positions at our Red Deer locations.
Contractors
LANCE’S CONCRETE
Please call Debbie at 403-314-4307
SOBEYS GROCERY STORE NOW HIRING MEAT WRAPPERS. Full-time & part-time hours available. Please fax resume to: 780-875-2103. Mail or drop off at: 4227 - 45 Ave., Lloydminster, AB, T9V 2E9
HOME CARE - Retired nurse will be caregiving to elderly or etc. Please call 403-598-0393 Very good references.
www.rainycreek.ca
403-887-3260
REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY - Labourer for water well drilling firm, located S.E. of St. Paul, Alberta. Variable shifts. Must have Class 3 drivers licence, drivers abstract required. Fax resume to 780-645-2880 or 780-645-1114
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Email: rainycreekmb@gmail.com
To deliver the SYLVAN LAKE NEWS & CENTRAL AB LIFE 1 DAY A WK.
PLAY AND WORK in prime recreation area. Sobeys Sylvan Lake is hiring Assistant Department Managers in Bakery, Meat, Produce and Grocery. Apply today at www.sobeyscareers.ca
Caregivers
1240
Â?Â?Â?Â?Â? 5CustomStar Landscaping & Design
Personal Services
1315
DATING SERVICE. Long-term/short-term relationships. Free to try! 1-877-297-9883. Live intimate conversation, Call #7878 or 1-888-534-6984. Live adult 1on1 Call 1-866-311-9640 or #5015. Meet local single ladies. 1-877-804-5381. (18+).
TRUE PSYCHICS! For Answers call now 24/7 Toll Free 1-877-342-3036; Mobile: # 4486; www.truepsychics.ca
(Top Soil, Sand & Gravel)
Property Clean Ups & Junk Removal
CALL SHELLEY
403-340-8666
CALL 1-877-223-3311 CLASSIFIEDS HOT-LINE Well Drilling
1400
Rental Equipment
1340
• General Equipment Rental • STIHL Products Dealer #30 Industrial Drive 403-887-0012
WE CAN MAKE IT EASIER!
Well Drilling
1400
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SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Thursday, May 2, 2013 21 Auctions
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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COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION! 6th Annual Calgary Collector Car Auction, May 10 - 11, Grey Eagle Casino. Over 100 pieces of memorabilia selling No Reserve. All makes & models welcome. Consign today 1-888-296-0528 ext. 102; EGautions.com
Auctions
1530
MEIER - 2 DAY CLASSIC CAR & TRUCK AUCTION. Saturday & Sunday, May 4 & 5, 11 a.m. Both days. 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. 150 Classics. Consign today, call 780-440-1860 NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds. Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $269. + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228.
EquipmentHeavy
1630
FOR SALE: Full line of logging equipment ready for work. Timberjack feller buncher, Timberjack buncher, John Deere excavator, John Deere delimbers, Timberjack skidders, Timberjack skidder, 530b wheel skidders, Caterpillar Cat 16 ft. blade and attachments. Kamatsu PC 300 log loader, 4 log trailers with Jeeps. Call Bill or Glen 780-482-5273
Firewood
1660
LOGS
Building Supplies
1550
BUILDING FOR SALE. Two unclaimed steel buildings. Must be sold. One is 40x80. Great savings! Hurry, these won’t last. Go direct. Rocket Steel Canada. 1-877-218-2661. 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 STEEL BUILDING - Blowout Clearance Sale! 20x22 $4,188. 25x26 $4,799. 30x34 $6, 860. 32x44 $8,795. 40x50 $12,760. 47x74 $17,888. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca 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
Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346
Garden Supplies
SPRUCE TREE SALE! Starting at $69. - 6 ft. Larger sizes available, 50 tree minimum order. Perfect for front yard, wind or privacy hedge. Call 1-778-436-8776 or email: mk1786@telus.net WHITE SPRUCE TREES for sale. 4 - 6 foot $35 each. 6 - 8 foot $45 each. Delivered and planted. Delivery extra. 403-305-8201.
1710
WASHER & DRYER Whirlpool. Exc. working cond. $300. 403-887-3934
Garden Supplies
1760
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
Misc. for Sale
1760
Farm Equipment
2010
BOOK YOUR FARM building now protect your equipment with an affordable building. New concrete post only available from Integrity Post Structures. Get started now with a free quote to build now! www.IntegrityPost Structures.com 1-866-974-7678
FOR SALE
• Oak Finish Dinette Table w/ leaf, 4 chairs: $200 OBO • Computer Table 67” L x 31.5”W x 29”H: $75 • Leather Swivel Recliner w/ footstool: $100 • Singer Portable Sewing Machine $80
Livestock
2100
PROSPECT HILL SHORTHORN BULLS 2 yr. olds & Yearlings Also heifers for sale. prospecthillshorthorns.ca 780-877-2444
Phone: 403-887-2006
1680
COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE: $1.49/each for a box of 270 ($402.30). Also full range of trees, shrubs, cherries & berries. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or treetime.ca
Household Appliances
Misc. for Sale
SIMMERON SIMMENTALS, Fullblood Full Fleckvieh Bulls, yearlings and 2 year olds, polled and horned, A.I. blood lines, very quiet, muscled. 780-913-7963
Agricultural #2000 - #2290 Farm Equipment
2010
AFFORDABLE HAY SHEDS protect your hay from the weather with a strong hay shed. Best service & prices with Alberta-based Integrity Post Structures. Start building sooner than you think? Free quote now at 1-866-974-7678; www. IntegrityPostStructures.com
EASY! The easy way to find a buyer for items you want to sell is with a Classified want ad. Phone 1-877-2233311
Pasture/Land Wanted
2180
SUPERVISED PASTURE WANTED for 100-300 Yearlings. 780-608-0159
Grain, Feed Hay
2190
1680
Upcoming Auction For Hwy 20
WOLF CREEK PUBLIC SCHOOL DIVISION Friday, May 17, 2013 10:00 am Held at the Ponoka School Bus Barns
Hwy 11
Strawberry Hanging Baskets
Suites ..............................3270 Rooms..............................3280 Manufactured Homes ......3290 Housesitting Wanted ........3300 Garage Space..................3310 Storage Space ................3320 Stores/Commercial ..........3330 Office Space ....................3340 Industrial ..........................3350 Warehouse Space............3360 Resorts & Cottages..........3370 Pasture/Land....................3380 Mobile Lot ........................3390
GREENHOUSES
3030
1 BDRM. CONDO across from slides, Sylvan Lake, 1st floor, underground parking, laundry room, 5 appls. $999/mo., 1 yr. lease. Avail immed. 403-241-7944, 607-7207
Suites
3060
BACHELOR SUITES FOR RENT ranging $550-$650 $300 d.d. All rooms above Hazzard County Bar & Grill. Call 403-887-5235 ask for Char
3090
ROOM IN SAFE QUIET HOME. Separate entrance, living room, shared kitchen. Respectful employed lady. References, d.d. $550/mo. 403-887-5227
Training for life
RR13
BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS Linda Dunbrack | 403-304-4791 (cell) To view items: www.bigstrapperauctions.net
Realtors & Services..........4010 Houses for Sale................4020 Houses Wanted ................4030 Condos/Townhouses ........4040 Acreages ..........................4050 Acreages Wanted ............4060 Farms/Land ......................4070 Farms/Land Wanted ........4080 Manufactured/ Mobile Homes ..................4090 Income Property ..............4100 Commercial Property ......4110 Industrial Property ............4120 Cottages/Resort Property ..4130 Businesses for Sale..........4140 Buildings for Sale ............4150 Lots for Sale ....................4160 Out of Town Property ......4170 Investment Opportunities ..4180 Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190
Wanted to Rent #3250 - #3390 Houses Acreages/Farms ..............3255 Houses/Duplexes ............3260 For Sale
First Aid Training teaches how to respond confidently when injuries occur.
Mon-Fri: 10-7 Sat: 10-4 Closed Sundays Hwy 781
Half Price
Auction conducted by
Acreages/Farms ..............3010 Houses/Duplexes ............3020 Condos/Townhouses........3030 Manufactured Homes ......3040 Four Plexes/Six Plexes ....3050 Suites ..............................3060 Cottages/Seasonal ..........3070 Roommates Wanted ........3080 Rooms for Rent................3090 Motels/Hotels ..................3100 Offices ..............................3110 Stores/Commercial ..........3120 Industrial ..........................3130 Warehouse Space............3140 Garage Space..................3150 Storage Space ................3160 Land ................................3170 Pasture ............................3180 Mobile Lot ........................3190 Misc. for Rent ..................3200
Rooms For Rent
Opening May 1, 2013
Real Estate #4000 - #4190
For Rent #3000 - #3200
Condos/ Townhouses
HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252
1530
Some of the items on offer – trucks, school bus, lockers, bookcases, chairs, desks, book shelving, tools and much more
4090
Manufactured Homes
Enjoy our cozy greenhouses. 5 minutes south of Sylvan Lake. 3.6 km south of the lights at the intersection of Hwy 11 & 20 on Range Road 13 Hwy 596 (Burnt Lake Trail)
4020
By Owner ~IMPRESSIVE Modified Bi-level on Close in Sylvan Lake. This BEAUTIFUL home is 1342 sq. ft. on upper floor. It has 4 bdrms. and 3 Full bath. RV Pad, many upgrades and much more. $530,000.00 Email: mka8clr8@gmail.com or call 403-887-1715.
Farms/ Land
4070
LAND PARCEL Sale by Tender SW 17-28-29W1 RM of Shell River, MB. 80 acres hay/pasture/bush for farm/recreation acreage. Highest or any Tender not necessarily accepted. Closes 05/17/2013. 204-937-7054 (Roy)
4090
Manufactured Homes
ARDON HOMES. Come see our new 29’ X 56’ show home that will truly impress. Or view our many other homes that are priced to move! Visit us North of Sherwood Park on Hwy 16. 780-801-1166; www.ardonhomes.com. CROSS COUNTRY HOMES. Check out our show homes that are ready for spring possession. Or Custom build in only 6 weeks to match your own inspiration! Visit us in Acheson. 780-470-8000; www. crosscountryhomes.com UNITED HOMES CANADA offers widest range of quality home styles from Triple M Housing! RTM, modular starting at $108,000. 1-800-461-7632; www. unitedhomescanada.com 148 East Lake Blvd., Airdrie
WANTED
14’ or 16’ wide mobile home to move into park. 1-780-465-7107
WHOLESALE PRICING! Two only - deluxe SRI 2011, 20’ X 76’, 3 bedroom/2 bath, Rancher Ensuite - tub & separate shower. Stainless steel appliances, cathedral, white trim, etc. - Gorgeous! Was $128,900. Now $116,900. Free delivery (100 miles), skirting. 1-877-341-4422; www.dynamicmodular.ca
4130
Cottages/Resort Property
ELINOR LAKE RESORT. 2.5 hours NE Edmonton. Spring Sale, fully serviced lake lots reduced by 15% May 17-31, 2013. Suitable for cabin/house, RV or investment. 1-877-623-3990; elinorlakeresort.com
RAYMOND SHORES GULL LAKE, 2012 Park model home, on professionally landscaped lot. Fully furnished. Too many extras to list. 403-350-5524 for details.
Out Of Town Property
4170
NOVA SCOTIA’S Eastern Shore waterfront lots for sale. Excellent climate near the Atlantic Ocean. Three bedroom house for sale or rent; www.sawmilllanding.com; waterfront@bellaliant.net. 1-902-522-2343. 1-902-328-4338
Mortgages Bought/Sold
4190
BANK SAID NO? Bank on us! Equity Mortgages for purchases, debt consolidation, foreclosures, renovations. Bruised credit, self-employed, unemployed ok. Dave Fitzpatrick: www.albertalending.ca. 587-437-8437, Belmor Mortgage
Financial #4400 - #4430
Investments ......................4410 Money Wanted ................4420 Money to Loan ................4430
SYLVAN LAKE BUSINESS DIRECTORY
THIS COULD BE YOUR BUSINESS CARD
$37.00+GST per week
Based on a 12 week commitment. Does not include the $2.25 per week web surcharge
CALL CATHY OR JOE
403-887-2331
• Wood Fences • Chainlink Fences • Vinyl Fencing
• Post Cap Installation • Posts Only • Repairs
Mastercard Accepted GST# 860526953
ART LAKE 403-887-3760 403-304-0727 (cell)
PO Box 9114 Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1S6
SECURE INDOOR & OUTDOOR STORAGE Perfect for: • Affordable Rates
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Red Deer West 4-H Beef Club has several events planned by Quentin Armitage and Wacey Townsend Special to Sylvan Lake News
Red Deer West 4-H Beef Club held its annual public speaking competition on Feb. 3rd at Ridgewood Hall. Congratulations to all the speakers on a fabulous job. Thank you to all the people who spent the day with us and judged our competition. In the junior category, first place went to Paulina Wolswinkel, second to Davin Moore and third to Kolton Moore. In the intermediate category placing were first Jenaya Moore, second - Wacey Townsend and third - Caitlyn Schwab. Senior category first place was Dakota Townsend, second was Shannon Bickley and third was Naomi Akkermans. Congratulations to Dakota Townsend who went on to win zone public speaking, second place at district level and first place at
the regional level in the senior category. Wacey Townsend also placed second at zones and first at districts. Jenaya Moore won first place at zones, and second place at districts in the Intermediate category. Great job 4-Hers. The club held its presentations on Feb. 13. In the Intermediate division placements were as follows: Quentin Armitage and Reid Depalme first, Megan and Logan Cressey second and Makayla Lawson-Seelen and Breanna Burke third. Very interesting topics and all those 4-Hers participating did an excellent job. Quentin and Reid went on to place second at the district level. Well done! We hosted our judging and mock show at Benalto Agri-plex on Apr. 26th and 27th. Mike Zamudio from San Simon, AZ attended to give a presentation to the 4-Hers over the weekend. Red Deer West Beef Club has a few events planned for the near future. The annual provincial 4H highway clean-up is on Saturday
Participating in the junior public speaking contest of Red Deer West 4-H Beef Club were Kolton Moore (third), Paulina Wolswinkel (first), Tegan Moffat, Davin Moore (second), Austin Wright and Parker Depalme.
(May 4th). We would ask that you pay close attention to all the 4-Hers out on the highways that day and drive safely. Our club is also participating in a Red Deer County program to clean up county ditches for our 4-H volunteer requirement. We would all ask that you try to keep your garbage in your vehicles until you reach home. That would help us a whole lot. We are participating in a food bank drive, with a goal for this 4-H year to collect 8,000 pounds of non-perishable food items by December. We are planning to attend the farmers’ market in Red Deer on two separate occasions, May 18th and 25th. Come out and help us support the food bank. I would like to invite everyone to our annual club show which will be held on June 2 and the district show and sale on June 3rd at the Westerner Exhibition Grounds. We look forward to your support.
Participating in the intermediate public speaking contest of Red Deer West 4-H Beef Club were Austin Glenn, Wacey Townsend (second), Cole Moffat, Jenaya Moore (first), Caitlyn Schwab (third) and Kenzie Armitage.
Red Deer West 4-H Beef Club held presentations Feb. 13. In the senior division were Caelidh Johanson, Cody Schwab, Dustin Cressey, Makayla Lawson-Seelen and Breanna Burk. SUBMITTED PHOTOS
Participating in the senior public speaking contest of Red Deer West 4-H Beef Club were Graham Bickley, Dakota Townsend (first), Courtney Armitage, Shannon Bickley (second), Naomi Akkermans (third) and Dwight Akkermans.
Red Deer West 4-H Beef Club held presentations Feb. 13. In the intermediate division were Bryanna Cressey, Megan Cressey, Logan Cressey, Reid Depalme and Quentin Armitage.
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- Lan Phuong Nguyen, student of Brenda Fuss-Dutz, accepted the Charles Austin Award for outstanding performance and a gold with distinction medallion at the Sylvan Celebration of Music awards concert Apr. 21. Lan is a Vietnamese exchange student and has been studying her Grade 7 Royal Conservatory of Music with Fuss-Dutz for one year. SUBMITTED
Maybe was the song used by Sebela White during her musical theatre performance.
Michelle Ochsner, Laura Arnusch and Heather Watson were applauded by Megan Callan (left) and Laura Lee Lewis (right) after being named Jazz Fest award winners at Sunday’s Sylvan Celebration of Music awards concert.
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Invited to Team Alberta football selection camp Sylvan Lake News
Two H. J. Cody Lakers football players have been invited to the Team Alberta final selection camp May 10-12 at McMahon Stadium in Calgary. Braydn Marchesi and T. J. Sloboda were selected for the offensive line following four talent ID camps runs in Lethbridge, Calgary, Edmonton and Red Deer during two freez-
ing weekends early in April. Sloboda was named the Lakers’ lineman of the year during the team’s awards banquet in March. Both Marchesi and Sloboda are currently playing with Prairie Fire Football Club. Also selected for the camp were their teammates Tylen Smith, Ashton Hall, Joe McQuay and Evan Petriew. They play in the Calgary and Area
Midget Football League. The Fire defeated Calgary Bulldogs 30-7 on the weekend for their second win of the season. They beat the Northern Raiders 24-20 the week before. The program is only for players born in 1996 or 1997. At the selection camp will be 114 players from all parts of the province. This group will be narrowed down to 40 players to repre-
sent Alberta at the Football Canada Cup July 15-22 in Moncton, New Brunswick. Oops - Our Apr. 18 article on Tyler Ledwos and Scott Pearson being chosen for the North All-Star Team should have indicated they were Prairie Fire alumni and not current players. They’ll play in the 24th annual Senior Bowl May 20 at McMahon Stadium in Calgary.
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- The sixth annual information fair at Sylvan Lake Seniors’ Centre Apr. 23 was termed a success with a steady stream of people visiting to check the 23 displays which offered information about services and events for seniors. It was also a great place for networking, said association President Don MacKenzie. STEVE DILLS
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