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City settles on 3.93% tax hike FINAL FIGURE WON’T BE KNOWN UNTIL THE SPRING BY CRYSTAL RHYNO ADVOCATE STAFF
OPERATING BUDGET DEBATE
Red Deerians will see some improvement when it comes to safety, crime prevention, road safety and snow removal after council approved the 2014 operating budget on Wednesday. By a vote of 6-3, Red Deer city council approved
a $305-million operating budget with a 3.93-per-cent tax increase after seven days of deliberations. On a house assessed at $300,000, the owner would pay $1,798 in taxes this year compared to $1,730 in 2013.
Councillors Buck Buchanan, Tanya Handley and Paul Harris voted against the budget. The three councillors said there were some bright spots but some gaps in the overall budget while the remaining six argued the overall budget will make a difference in core services in the community.
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Urban sprawl a threat to productivity BY HARLEY RICHARDS ADVOCATE BUSINESS EDITOR If farmers are going to feed the nine billion people expected to inhabit the earth by 2050, they’re going to have to double their current output. And they might have to do so with less land and increasing production challenges. This was the picture Dale Fedoruk painted on Wednesday during the Agronomy Update 2014 conference in Red Deer. The local agronomist discussed some of the agricultural trends he sees emerging, and hurdles related to land and resources topped his list. Fedoruk said Alberta is projected to lose two million acres of land to urban sprawl by 2050. “I live in Red Deer, and I think about how many quarter sections of land got consumed by urban sprawl over the last 13 years, since I moved here. It’s substantial.” Some new land is coming under agricultural production, but Fedoruk thinks it will be a challenge for this source to keep pace with urban growth. Even farmland that doesn’t end up under pavement and concrete is threatened, he said. China recently announced that eight million acres of land there will be taken out of production this year due to contamination from urban sprawl and industrial development over the past 30 years. “So, we’re going to increase our production through efficiencies and plant breeding, etc. — good agronomy. But we’re also losing acres. Are we going to be able to keep ahead of that?” There’s also no guarantee that farmers will become more productive. Some soils are becoming less fertile, and there’s the growing threat of herbicideresistant weeds. “This one really scares me,” said Fedoruk, noting that in 2012 there were 61 million acres of land in the United States with weeds resistant to glyphosate — also known as Roundup, among other trade names. He suggested that the U.S. figure could now be as high as 75 million acres — which would be equal to the total area under cultivation in Canada. Productivity of some of that land has been diminished almost to the point of abandonment, he said. Herbicide-resistant weeds are now gaining a foothold in Ontario, pointed out Fedoruk. “Alberta, we’re coming up next.” Among the other trends that Fedoruk identified were rising land values and low prices for agricultural commodities. Increased public concern about food safety was also on his list, with this likely to translate into greater regulatory controls over agricultural production.
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The Band Perry from the left, siblings, Neil Perry, Kimberly Perry and Reid Perry perform on stage at the Centrium in Red Deer Wednesday. Look to the Friday edition of the Red Deer Advocate for a review of the American country music group’s performance in Red Deer by Advocate entertainment reporter Lana Michelin.
Proposed natural gas pipeline would lower risk of accidents: ATCO BY MYLES FISH ADVOCATE STAFF The Alberta Utilities Commission is accepting submissions relating to a proposed natural gas pipeline project just east of Red Deer. Proposed by ATCO Pipelines, the line would transport sweet natural gas to a distribution station along 39th Street and from there the gas would go to residential customers. The pipeline through largely undeveloped land would replace the current line in use built in 1956 that passes below 30th Avenue. While there have been no leaks or incidents on the current line it is nearing the end of its operable life, said the proposal’s project manager. “It’s an old pipeline that’s not in a good location. It runs along 30th Avenue in much closer proximity to houses. Really the big thing is that it’s in a highconsequence area. On older pipes we do see more leaks and integrity concerns. By moving it out of this high consequence area we are significantly lowering
that risk,” said Karen Coldham. Submissions can be made online or in writing to the utilities commission on or before Jan. 31. According to the AUC, those making submissions who are determined “to have rights that may be directly and adversely affected” by the proposed project will be considered to have standing and a public hearing could be held. ATCO’s initial plan in 2012 was for a 12-inch (323 mm) pipe to supply homes in the Red Deer area. It later determined that an eight-inch (219 mm) pipe would be large enough to meet regional growth demands for the next 40 years. The eight-km line is proposed to run near an existing power line through mostly undeveloped land 800 metres east of Timberlands to Vanier Woods. If approval is granted, Coldham said the new line could be operational by mid-2014. The old line would be purged with air, capped and abandoned by late 2015. For more information, visit www.auc.ab.ca or contact the AUC at 780-643-1055.
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BRIEF City closing snow dumps to private contractors today City of Red Deer will temporarily close its snow storage sites to private contractors beginning today. The snow dumps will be closed at 6 p.m. because the city needs the space to dispose of snow being scooped off transit routes and collector roads. A meeting has been set up by the city with Alberta Environment to discuss finding an interim site for contractors for the rest of the winter. Commissionaires will be posted at the city’s two snow storage sites to answer questions and manage incoming loads. The city plans to contact all registered snow storage facility users to notify them of the change.
Albertans keep feet planted firmly as strong wind rips across province People in Alberta are hanging onto their hats as they cope with an extremely strong wind that’s whistling through the province. Environment Canada has issued a wind warning for a vast stretch of central and northern Alberta, with gusts reaching 100 kilometres or much higher for some areas. There are reports of power lines knocked down in a number of areas and semi-trailer trucks blown over, but no word of injuries. The wind caused trouble during the morning commute in Edmonton, where a south-side light-rail transit line had to be closed because the wind was playing havoc with crossing arms. Debris strewn about some streets hampered traffic and the RCMP issued an advisory to drivers to use caution on the Queen Elizabeth II Highway south of Edmonton.
BUDGET: Core services Harris said the revamped snow policy did not go far enough to address the needs of pedestrians and transit users. He said the overall budget does not balance the social needs in the community. On Tuesday, Harris unsuccessfully tired to convince council to set aside $2 million for a capital reserve fund to meet the demand for new facilities such as an aquatics centre. In his closing statement, Harris did not give up the fight saying the city needs to grow up and start providing the amenities that people expect from the hub of Alberta. “I don’t think the operating budget balances the community needs of social amenities and services,” said Harris. “We need to focus more on services, particularly social infrastructure. This budget considers the present without a clear focus on the future.” One of the big ticket items in the budget that drove the tax rate was the boost to the snow removal program. The snow and ice budget was increased to $4.2 million this year and $5.1 million in 2015 from $3.4 million in 2013. The new funding also comes with new proposed standards for snow clearing. The policy will be reviewed in June after it is refined at committee level. First-time Coun. Ken Johnston’s passionate plea to pay for the boost in snow removal funding out of the city’s tax stabilization fund did not convince the other members. If the motion passed, taxpayers would have seen a smaller tax increase for the next two years. A few councillors argued they were on council when the tax increases were in the double digits because the reserves were depleted. Councillors also voiced concerns about more cuts from the provincial government and the need to prepare for a recession. Johnston said he thinks he left a message at the table that there are opportunities in the community to pursue and that council should not constantly go to the taxpayer but should broaden the tax base. Coun. Dianne Wyntjes added the bottom line is there may be savings now but in the long run it’s deferring the inevitable spikes. Four more police officers and a new ALERT member were approved after the policing budget
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was boosted by $2.4 million, bringing the budget to $30.5 million from $27.7 million in 2013. The funding also covers two municipal employees in 2014, the carry over from the 2013 decision to hire 12 officers and eight municipal employees, the ongoing RCMP fee agreement and one-time provincial shortfall. Two additional ALERT members will be hired in 2015 to the tune of $140,000. Johnston said he looks forward to having some input on the hiring of the new superintendent, who replaces Supt. Warren Dosko who stepped down in December. “I think there needs to be more attention on policing, particularly during night time hours,” said Johnston. “A significant part of what I will be talking about is on the ground enforcement in patrol cars and night time enforcement.” Handley told council she noticed a few things that she would like to see changed in the budgeting process, including working towards an increase that matches population growth and inflation, zero-based budgeting and exploring a bylaw that would a cap or limit the amount spent in an operating budget. Throughout the debate Handley argued against hiring consultants as opposed to field staff from the city pool. “Just a reminder for us to focus on our core services and a little less on charters, studies and strategies and consultants,” said Handley. “Create policies that allow excellence in delivering the services that our citizens require.” Council passed a resolution on Tuesday that directed administration to bring forward new guidelines for the budgeting process that includes public consultation. Coun. Lynne Mulder said she is pleased where council landed with the 3.93-per-cent tax increase. She said she believes the public will view it as a positive. Mulder said everyone wants a lower tax increase but in a growing city sometimes it takes more money to invest and move forward. Buchanan said he didn’t think it was a bad budget but he took issue with the items that were deemed critical in the budget, including contractual commitments and strategic charter initiatives. Buchanan also looked at some of the funding adjustments and did not see the need for them. Wyntjes said she is looking forward to the work ahead, which includes the Dialogue Charter in order to have better conversations with the community about what they do, why they do it and the value of the services. She said the tax increase is manageable
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AGRICULTURE: Attracting young people Fedoruk also noted the increasing popularity of canola among producers, and the interest in alternatives like soybeans and faba beans. New methods of crop production and management are evident, including high-tech equipment and machinery, he said. An encouraging development noted by Fedoruk is the growing number of young people who are entering agricultural institutions like Olds College. Agronomy Update 2014 took place Tuesday and Wednesday, with agricultural experts speaking on a broad range of topics. It was organized by Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development, and the Battle River Research Group. hrichards@reddeeradvocate.com
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Budget Numbers by Division/Departments in 2014: Planning Services – $11.7 million from $11 million in 2013 General – $8.9 million from $8.4 million in 2013 City Manager – $7 million from $7.4 million in 2013 Environmental Services – $49.9 million from $45.7 million in 2013 Public Works – $39.5 million from $38.7 million in 2013 Emergency Services – $26.9 million from $25.6 million in 2013 Electric Light & Power – $42.7 million from $33.6 million in 2013 Development Services – $6.3 million from $6.6 million in 2013 Recreation, Parks & Culture – $34.7 million from $33.7 million crhyno@reddeeradvocate.com
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but she is worried about those who are on fixed incomes and seniors. “Every budget has different themes and I think this was a core service budget,” said Mayor Tara Veer. “I think we’ve seen some of our core services fall behind and I think we’ve seen investment in the community in past years. I think we needed to work on core services.” Taxpayers will not know the final tax increase until the education portion is set by the provincial government in the spring.
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As the temperature climbed above freezing Wednesday, topping out at 9 C at 9 a.m., it came with strong winds throughout the day. For dog walkers at the Oxbow off-leash park in the city’s south that still meant bundling up to keep out the cold. For the four-footed walkers, however, the warm temperatures and sunny skies were a bonus.
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AUPE says latest government offer still a bad deal BY THE CANADIAN PRESS EDMONTON — The head of Alberta’s largest public-sector union says while the province has improved its latest contract offer, it’s going to have to do a lot better. “The latest proposal from the government was marginally better . . . but it doesn’t even come close to meeting the needs that we’re seeking for our members,” said Guy Smith, president of the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees. “It’s still a bad deal that we’re not willing to accept.” Negotiators for both sides resumed talks this week, just two weeks before a legislated deal is to kick in. The Public Service Salary Restraint Act has been the focus of controversy and anger since it was introduced and passed by Premier Alison Redford’s government last month. The legislation will impose a contract on AUPE if it doesn’t agree with the province by the end of January. The four-year deal would see wage freezes in the first two years, followed by one per cent increases in the following two years. The union had originally asked for a six per cent hike over two years. Redford has said the deal needs to
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Man killed by alleged drunk driver was often designated driver CALGARY — The family of a young Calgary man who was killed in a crash with an alleged drunk driver on New Year’s Day is speaking out. They say they don’t want Francis Pesa to be “just a headline.” The 20-year-old had just returned from visiting his family in the Philippines when a Dodge Ram Truck smashed into his BMW. He died five days later from his injuries. Speaking for the fam-
be in line with austere contracts recently signed by teachers and doctors. Smith said he wonders if the province is even committed to bargaining, given that the legislated contract is about to kick in. “It’s a great big baseball bat,” said Smith. “How compelled are they going to be to seriously negotiate at the table when they know at the end of the day they can just whack us with that bat? I guess in the next couple of days we’ll see how serious they are. But if we cannot reach a collective agreement, it’s because the government didn’t want to.” The union is fighting the legislation in court and in a complaint to Alberta’s labour relations board. It argues that the act violates charter freedoms, especially given that it has taken away AUPE’s right to binding arbitration in this round of bargaining. The right of binding arbitration was granted to the union more than 30 years ago by another Progressive Conservative premier, Peter Lougheed, as a give-back for taking away the right to strike. Redford has suggested she doesn’t consider herself bound by decisions of her predecessors, noting she didn’t take power until the fall of 2011.
ily, Reese Reyes told reporters that Pesa had just returned from the Philippines where he was helping relatives following Typhoon Haiyan. Reyes says Francis was the type of person who took care of everyone and often did not drink when he was out so he could drive his friends home. “As a 20-year-old he would be out late and (his family) just always assumed he was out partying too hard or whatever, but later they found out that he was staying late to ensure that every single one of his friends got home safely,” Reyes said. Pesa was the secondoldest brother in a family of four boys. Kulwinder Singh Chohan, who is 36, is facing impaired driving charges.
Redford meets with India energy minister EDMONTON — Premier Alison Redford says the government of India is keen on tapping into Alberta’s oilsands bitumen for its rapidly expanding economy. Redford says the oilsands were just one topic she discussed with India’s energy minister during her trade mission to India. Redford says the southeast Asian country’s growing middle class needs imports of oil and gas. She says the energy minister also talked about shale gas development and India taking a stronger role in developing the oilsands. Redford is in India for the remainder of the week. She has signed two deals to increase agricultural trade, and has opened a new Alberta
a short period of time. Later on police were called to search the basement as items were found out of place, and items had been left behind. The homeowner found a hotel keycard and a pair of sunglasses, while police would later find a canister of bear spray. A thumb print found on the canister was matched to Clark and he was arrested. During his testimony Clark said he had purchased the canister about a week before Sept. 23, 2013. The selfdescribed “street-level drug dealer” said, on the morning of the robbery he was driven to the Aladdin Motel by his girlfriend to collect a drug debt in his girlfriend’s Honda Civic. He brought the bear spray with him for protection in case the situation turned violent. He said he entered a room aggressively
at first, but as the tension dissipated he placed the bear spray down on a table. He testified he left the room and forgetting the bear spray, not wanting to return to a room full of people he had just threatened with the canister, he left. However, an occupant of the motel room testified that instead Clark had taken the bear spray with him. She also said she saw Clark get into a red Ford Mustang with a man. That same Mustang was later identified as the vehicle the robber was seen exiting before going into the TD Canada Trust Bank. Clark will return to Red Deer Court of Queen’s Bench today for sentencing at 2 p.m. mcrawford@reddeeradvocate.com
Airport staff disciplined after man found with explosive INCIDENT OCCURRED LAST FALL BY THE CANADIAN PRESS EDMONTON — The agency responsible for airport screening says its staff made a mistake when they confiscated an explosive device from a passenger’s bag but let the young man get on a plane rather than calling police. Mathieu Larocque, spokesman for the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority, said staff in Edmonton should have contacted police right away, not four days later. He said a review was conducted after the incident last fall and some screening employees were suspended. “There were people disciplined and they were required to take extra training,” Larocque said Wednesday. “The procedure is to call the police and it didn’t happen or it happened very late in the process.” News of the foul-up only made headlines this week. Federal Transport Minister Lisa Raitt issued a statement earlier Wednesday calling the incident unacceptable. “The safety of Canadians and the travelling public is our government’s top priority,” Raitt said. “This individual should not have been allowed to board his flight, and it is unacceptable that CATSA waited four days before seeking the RCMP’s assistance.” She said she planned to call the president of the agency to discuss the matter further.
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Road conditions a factor in crash involving cattle truck WETASKIWIN — A collision in central Alberta involving a van and a semi-trailer truck carrying cattle has left two people dead. The crash happened Tuesday morning at an intersection on Highway 13 east of Wetaskiwin. RCMP say both victims were in the van and that one of them died in hospital. The driver of the semi was shaken up but not hurt. Police say it appears poor road conditions were a key factor in the collision. The names of the victims have not been released.
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Skylar Murphy of Spruce Grove, Alta., pleaded guilty last month to possession of an explosive substance while at the Edmonton International Airport on Sept. 20. He was 18 at the time, but has since turned 19. Murphy was sentenced to a year of probation and fined $100. Court documents describe the material seized from his carry-on luggage as “black powder” and some reports say it was a 15-centimetre pipe bomb with a fuse wrapped around it. CBC and The Edmonton Journal quoted sources as saying a screening officer tried to return the device to Murphy when it was found, but the teen didn’t want it back. The media outlets reported Murphy made the device while fooling around with friends and mistakenly left it in a bag he was taking on a trip to Mexico with his family. RCMP spokeswoman Josee Valiquette said officials with the security authority notified police on Sept. 24 about the seizure. Officers arrested Murphy on Sept. 27 at the airport, following his return flight home. Larocque said it’s procedure for screening staff to immediately call police if they find something suspicious. “Our screening officers are not police officers and they can’t charge anybody with a crime.” Officers are stationed at major airports. It’s up to them to decide if a passenger should be arrested or allowed on a plane, said Larocque. He said training for screening staff across the country is being updated to emphasize the procedure.
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A jury has found Dustin Aaron Clark guilty of five charges, including robbing a TD Canada Trust bank using bear spray early last fall. The 36-year-old Red Deer man was found guilty of all but one of the charges stemming from the Sept. 23, 2013, incident before Justice Monica Bast in Red Deer Court of Queen’s Bench late Wednesday. The jury of seven men and five women found him guilty of robbery, using a disguise with the intention of committing an offence, using a weapon dangerous to the public and two counts of assault with a weapon. He was found
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Red Tory or blue Liberal? If Calgary West MP Rob Anders is to be believed, the latest plague on Stephen Harper’s house is a red Tory insurgency whose front line is his Alberta riding. According to Anders, efforts to nominate someone else to run under the local Conservative banner in 2015 are part of a bid by the progressive faction of the CHANTAL conservative HÉBERT movement to hijack the party and steer it to the left. It is not the first time that the MP, whose main claim to fame nationally is to have been the sole parliamentarian to oppose granting Nelson Mandela honourary citizenship for his battle against apartheid in South Africa, has faced a challenge. In a previous life, Alison Redford — the province’s current premier — tried in vain to wrestle the federal nomina-
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tion from Anders. Since then, a full-fledged civil war has erupted between the provincial Tories and the Wildrose party. The latest challenge to Anders is not totally divorced from the fratricide battle that has overtaken Alberta’s conservative movement and that stands to make both sides even more motivated to mobilize for a showdown. But in the larger national picture, the last thing Harper needs as he struggles to reverse declining party fortunes is for Conservatives to fight Conservatives in battles that exacerbate the tensions between red and blue Tories. If there ever was a time when Harper could ill afford to ostracize his progressive wing, it is now. It was not diehard Liberals or committed New Democrats who initially denied Harper a government in 2004 or who relented and gave him a majority in 2011, but rather the middle-of-the road voters who regularly trade the label of a blue Liberal for that of a red Tory. Those chameleon voters have the power to take power out of Conservative hands in 2015 and the early indication is that a critical number of them are growing more comfortable with Justin Trudeau than with Harper’s
true-blue Conservatives. It may be that government strategists are so blinded by the aura of the Liberal leader’s name or so comforted by the prospect of a war of attrition between his party and the NDP in the next election that they fail to see that Trudeau’s preferred path to power runs through their own soft left flank. To beat the New Democrats, the Liberal leader is intent on winning over the centre-right voters who have held the balance of power between his party and Harper’s in the past. Two recent byelections suggest that it could work. In Manitoba’s Brandon-Souris last fall, the Liberal vote increased ninefold and the party lost narrowly to the incumbent Conservatives. A year before in Calgary Centre, only four percentage points separated the winning Conservative score from that of the Liberals. The Liberals almost doubled their share of the vote from the 2011 election while the Conservatives lost 20 points. Based on past Conservative performance in those ridings, neither would have made the list of most winnable Liberal seats in a general election. There are plenty of ridings across the
country where a smaller vote swing would bring a seat in the Liberal column. But Calgary Centre and BrandonSouris did have in common a red Tory track record. Under Joe Clark, the former Progressive Conservatives made their last stand against the Reform/ Alliance in Western Canada in such ridings. One of Harper’s signature achievements has been to keep the federal Conservative party whole for a successful decade. But over that time, the fracture between the former Tories and their Reform rivals has not fully healed. The disaffection of scores of 2011 supporters of the Conservative party as shown in the polls month after month is a symptom of that failure. Those lost voters are bolstering the number (now a majority) of those who feel the country is headed in the wrong direction. A red Tory coup-in-the-making there may not be except in the self-serving imagination of MP Anders, but cracks in the fragile foundation of Harper’s hard-earned majority there most certainly are and they are becoming harder to paper over. Chantal Hébert is a syndicated Toronto Star national affairs writer.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Take care raising children with phones In this age of intelligent phones, it is too bad that parents are not as intelligent with respect to monitoring their children and their use of the machines. Back to 1970 ... there is one phone in the house. If I want to phone a friend, I will ask my parents’ permission first. And the call is there for everyone to hear, except that my parents were kind enough to let me talk unheard when talking to my girlfriend. The home phone or a letter were the only means of contact. It was monitored and safe. Reel forward to 2014 ... children have been given, by their parents, their own personal phones. They can go into their bedrooms and access the Internet and all sorts of sites, completely unsupervised. Indeed, the use of social sites is considered a personal freedom, a right. In spite of the evil means to which it can be used ... the cyber-bullying, the anonymous sending of hurtful emails and suchlike, the accessing of inappropriate sites showing all sorts of things. It’s simply bad parenting if the use of personal cellphone devices by underage children is
not supervised. Unfortunately, most kids see this as a right ... their right to have private and unsupervised access to everything that they can access on their smartphones. As a high school teacher, I have also seen the positive uses of the new phones. My students take photographs of labs and even down the microscope. They use cellphones to enhance their science presentations, send me their powerpoints and their access to the Internet is often more efficient using their personal devices. With these uses, I have no problem. However, today I asked a student, aged 16, whether his parents ever supervised or checked his use of his personal cellphone. A device that they paid for and which has a facial recognition feature, so he can go into his room and access everything on the Internet in complete privacy without his parents ever having any knowledge. His answer to me? “They better not!” To be a good parent is to surely be on watch, as mine surely were when I was talking nervously to my girlfriend in 1970. It’s sadly not a responsibility that many today are taking seriously. David Mathias Red Deer
What the rich truly contribute to our economy BY MARK MILKE SPECIAL TO THE ADVOCATE About five years ago, I became acquainted with a retired fellow by the name of Jim Tocher. Then in his 80s, Golden, B.C.-born Tocher was a classic Canadian success story. After university in Vancouver, Tocher worked for several energy firms in the 1950s and 1960s before going it alone and starting his own Calgary-based companies in the 1970s. He founded several energy and resource companies over the decades. He created his last one, Petrobank Energy and Resources Ltd., at age 66. During one of the last times we chatted, Tocher relayed his proudest career moment. At a company Christmas party some years earlier, he gazed around the room and realized that everyone present, about 100 employees, had been able to carve out a career, buy homes and pay the associated bills of life because of the company he created from scratch. Tocher died in 2009 but I relay his personal history because of the recent headlines that some Canadian executives earn in a few days or weeks what the rest of us might earn in a year or longer. In assessing those stories, it is critical to remember one fact: risktaking entrepreneurs are not a burden but a key part of a civilized, opportunity-based, and prosperous country. (A useful caveat: this doesn’t mean every CEO is worth his or her salary, but it is impossible to definitively peg the “correct” salary for such positions
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from the outside or in advance.) For example, some may balk at the $3-million pay package (and potentially tens of millions more in share compensation) for the new Blackberry CEO, John Chen. However, if Chen turns Blackberry around and its shares appreciate to $20 from $9, that’s an extra $5.8 billion in shareholder value. At that point, shareholders, and the company’s remaining employees who avoided a Nortel-like fate, may think such executive pay worthwhile. Shareholders, owners of the companies that they are, should indeed demand accountability from boards and performance from company executives on CEO compensation. But in a free society where governments don’t get to set wages, such actions are properly left up to shareholders, boards, and executives to fight it out. More broadly, in deliberations over high-income earners, there is also another point to consider: the amount of tax paid by the now-clichéd “one per cent,” the top one per cent of income earners. The Canada Revenue Agency recently released tax statistics from the 2011 tax year and here are some results from my number-crunching. Of the 25.1 million tax filers, 8.4 million people paid no income tax at all as their incomes (after deductions) fell below the taxable threshold. It doesn’t make sense to tax the poor in that cohort, of course. It does mean all income tax was paid by the other 16.7 million. Now let’s break that down. Anyone who reported income of more than $250,000 in 2011 belonged to the top one per cent of all income earners (actually, the
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Canadian killed in fighting in Syria BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — Reports of the death of a Canadianborn Muslim convert who was fighting with al-Qaida in Syria prompted the country’s spy service to warn Wednesday that more homegrown radicals are preparing to wage holy war overseas. The Department of Foreign Affairs is looking into reports that Mustafa al-Gharib, a 22-year-old born in Nova Scotia as Damian Clairmont, died this week in heavy fighting in the embattled city of Aleppo. He was apparently killed by Free Syrian Army forces as fighters opposed to the regime of President Bashar Assad turned on each other in bloody infighting. There are reports that al-Gharib left Calgary in 2012 to join the myriad groups that have been trying to unseat Assad for nearly three years. Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird, speaking in Washington, said his officials were aware of the reports of al-Gharib’s death, but suggested he may be just one among many Canadians fighting overseas. “I haven’t got specific facts, (but) it won’t come as a surprise to us that there is probably more than one Canadian that is fighting with the opposition,” Baird said.
“We’re just following the reports today and we will continue to follow them as closely we can.” Tahera Mufti, a spokeswoman for the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, said self-radicalization — particularly among those individuals headed to the Syrian civil war — remains a major concern for the spy agency. “I can say that the phenomenon of Canadians participating in extremist activities abroad is a serious one, and Syria has become a significant destination for such individuals,” Mufti said. “Dozens of Canadians are believed to have travelled, or are planning to travel, to parts of the world where they can engage in terrorist activities.” Word of the death of al-Gharib, known in militant circles as Abu Talha al-Canadi, first appeared on social media Tuesday morning by way of an American jihadist fighter who apparently knew al-Gharib personally. “My Bro Abu Talha al-Canadi (was) executed by FSA!” tweeted the fighter, who identifies himself online as Abu Turab al-Muhajir. Another post linked al-Gharib to the rebel group Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS), a hardline militant organization fighting throughout Iraq and Syria. But there are also conflicting media reports that said he was a member of a separate shadowy
group, Jabhat Al Nusra. Both groups are listed as terrorist organizations, reportedly linked to al-Qaida. A rebel source in Syria, speaking on condition of anonymity out of fear for his safety, said al-Gharib was killed in a “surprise attack on his base” and claims that foreign fighters are now being targeted indiscriminately by other rebel forces, in addition to those loyal to Assad. There have been a number of reports out of the region that indicate moderate rebel groups have turned their sights towards hardline militants. A recent report in Foreign Policy magazine noted that secular and religious Syrians in various rebelheld towns and cities have protested against ISIS, and that those demonstrations devolved into gun battles and targeted killings, most notably on Jan. 3. The clashes began in western Aleppo and then spread into at least three other provinces, the report says. Al-Gharib’s death also came amid published reports that European intelligence agencies have shared information with the Syrian dictator’s security forces about the 1,200 European jihadists who, like al-Gharib, have joined militant groups in the civil war.
Arguments over Nadon appointment PM to address Israeli parliament to top court hinge on history, grammar OTTAWA — Everything from the parsing of verb tenses to the intentions of the framers of the failed Meech Lake constitutional accord was tossed into the hopper Wednesday as lawyers argued over the composition of the Supreme Court of Canada. The legal battle over Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s sixth appointment to the top court only occasionally touched upon the credentials of Justice Marc Nadon, the man at the centre of the unprecedented dispute. Nadon, 64 and semi-retired from the Federal Court of Appeal before he was plucked from obscurity last September, faces a constitutional challenge because he may not meet the criteria to sit as one of the three Quebec-based judges that are required on the nine-member bench. In its haste to legitimize the appointment last fall, the government altered the Supreme Court Act in an omnibus budget bill to “clarify” the criteria for Quebec appointees. The remaining Supreme Court justices — seven are hearing the Nadon reference — have been asked to determine whether Federal Court judges are excluded from the Quebec spots, according to the wording in the legislation, and also whether Parliament has the power to unilaterally rewrite that legislation. The court heard that while the first question arguably balances on a parsing of the fine print, the latter is foundational to the rule of law in a constitutional democracy. “Who can sit on the court is a fundamental characteristic of the court,” argued Patrick Monahan, the deputy attorney general of Ontario and legal scholar. “If the Parliament of Canada wishes to amend or alter the qualifications of who comes from Quebec, it can only do so through means of a constitutional amendment.” While the court was hearing five hours of dry
legal argument, Justice Minister Peter MacKay was making his own case before the news cameras at an event in west-end Ottawa. He said it would be unfair to exclude Federal Court judges from Quebec, while judges from other provinces don’t face similar restrictions. “Federal Court judges who come from the province of Quebec should enjoy the same rights and privileges for consideration for Supreme Court appointment as every other province,” MacKay said. “This is a fundamental issue of fairness.... There’s really nothing more critical to the administration of justice than the perception, the reality of fairness.” The problem is the language in the Supreme Court Act lists which Quebec courts can be used as feeders for Supreme Court appointees, as well as citing lawyers with 10 years in the Quebec bar association. Whether Nadon qualifies may hinge on how his Supreme Court peers interpret that 10-year membership on the Quebec bar. Rocco Galati, the constitutional lawyer who sparked the initial challenge to Nadon’s appointment last fall, said the rules are the rules — and there’s no “constitutional imperative ... that every single lawyer in the country should have a fair crack at sitting up there,” on the top bench. “It’s not about the person’s right to be up there,” Galati told the justices. “It’s about the constitutional requirements to maintain the federalism that was brokered between the provinces and the federal government.” The seven sitting justices were highly engaged in the hearings, grilling federal government lawyer Rene LeBlanc in particular. LeBlanc argued that the during negotiations on the Meech Lake constitutional accord in the late 1980s, annotations on the pages show the Quebec government agreed to Federal Court judges being eligible as provincial appointees to the top court. The accord ultimately failed, however, when Newfoundland and Manitoba didn’t sign on.
BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — Prime Minister Stephen Harper will make history in Israel next week when he becomes the first Canadian leader to address the Israeli legislature as he kicks off his inaugural visit to the Middle Eastern nation. The Knesset speaker, Yuli Edelstein, has said he’s happy and proud to welcome Harper to the Knesset, calling him a “brave and true friend of Israel.” “Canada’s governmental and public support for Israel has been unwavering and encouraging throughout our history,” Edelstein said as he announced Harper’s upcoming speech to parliament. “I have no doubt that this important visit is a celebration of fraternity for the two countries and I believe that it will further strengthen the ties between them.” No Canadian prime minister has ever before addressed the Knesset. Details emerging about Harper’s trip suggest, not surprisingly, that it will be a mutual love-in between the prime minister and the Israelis. The Conservative government has been a staunch defender of Israel since Harper came to power eight years ago.
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OTTAWA — Canada’s border agency is enlisting confidential informants, prompting internal concerns about privacy and the risk to sensitive institutions such as churches, schools and Parliament, newly disclosed documents show. The Canada Border Services Agency uses confidential human sources willing to provide valuable details about the suspicious movement of people or goods, say briefing notes prepared by the agency for Public Safety Minister Steven Blaney. Following a positive initial evaluation, an informant receives an assurance of confidentiality from a certified Confidential Human Source officer and is registered within the border agency as a “CHS program participant,” say the notes, obtained by The Canadian Press. An intelligence expert and an opposition MP said Wednesday the program is problematic because the border agency doesn’t have a dedicated watchdog like the ones that oversee the RCMP and the Canadian Security Intelligence Service. “It’s not clear how the minister could actually exercise proper supervision,” said Randall Garrison, the NDP public safety critic. The notes, portions of which remain secret, say border agency intelligence officers, investigators and inland enforcement officers engage in “covert surveillance” of suspects. While informants and covert surveillance are widely accepted investigative techniques, they have the potential to touch on privacy interests as well as fundamental institutions “including political, religious, post-secondary and media establishments,” the briefing notes warn.
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Workers clean up as officials inspect the site of a car bomb attack near the Technology University in downtown Baghdad, Iraq, Wednesday. A wave of bombings across Iraq striking busy markets and a funeral north of Baghdad killed dozens of people Wednesday, authorities said, as the country remained gripped by violence after al-Qaida-linked militants took control of two cities in western Anbar province. Heavily armed gunmen then stormed into the town and surrounded the main police station, forcing all the policemen to relinquish their weapons and leave. Security forces then launched airstrikes against the gunmen, who fled, allowing Iraqi troops to enter the town later Wednesday. The senior military officials described the events on condition of anonymity because they weren’t authorized to release the information. It was a welcome success for Iraq’s government, which has been heavily criticized for failing to protect the people. But the militants retain control of large swaths in Ramadi and Fallujah.
The unrest in Anbar and other mainly Sunni-dominated provinces has uprooted thousands of people from their homes as they flee the fighting amid fears the government may still launch an all-out offensive. International aid agencies appealed to the warring parties on Wednesday to allow humanitarian aid to reach the displaced families. More than 11,000 families have fled their houses in Fallujah and Ramadi to either nearby areas or outside Anbar province, according to the UN Some of these families have ended up in abandoned buildings, schools and half-built houses while others ended up with relatives.
Benghazi attacks were preventable: U.S. Senate committee BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON — The U.S. Senate Intelligence Committee on Wednesday released a report on the deadly 2012 assault on the diplomatic compound in Benghazi, Libya, blaming the State Department, the intelligence community and even the late Ambassador Chris Stevens for failing to communicate and heed warnings of terrorist activity in the area. The highly critical report says the U.S. military was not positioned to help the Americans in need, though the head of Africa Command had offered military security teams that Stevens — who was killed — had rejected weeks before the attack. Republicans have criticized the Obama administration over the Benghazi assault, in part because thenUN Ambassador Susan Rice initially blamed the violence on mob protests over an anti-Islamic film. Al-Qaida-linked militant groups later were blamed. Militants overran the temporary U.S. mission on Sept. 11, 2012, and later that night, when militants fired mortars at the nearby CIA annex where the Americans had taken shelter. Republicans have said the Obama administration has been covering up what they consider misdeeds before, during and after the attack. Committee chairman Dianne Feinstein, says she hopes the report will put to rest conspiracy theories about the militant attacks that night. Vice chairman Saxby Chambliss says the report shows despite a deteriorating security situation in Benghazi, the U.S. government did not do enough to prevent the attacks or to protect the diplomatic facility. The Senate report notes that the State Department has created a new assistant secretary position for highthreat posts to focus on such dangerous areas, but it says the department
The World Health Organization said the few health facilities in the province were no longer able to provide even lifesaving interventions and residents in Ramadi and Fallujah face acute health needs due to the conflict. The organization said it has dispatched 2 tons of medicine and supplies. The International Committee of the Red Cross said it has delivered food and essential supplies over the past few days to nearly 12,000 displaced people in Anbar and several other mainly Sunni areas. It warned the families “are enduring considerable hardship,” and their situation has shown no signs of improvement.
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A man walks near a charred vehicle at the entrance of the U.S. Consulate, in Benghazi, Libya, Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013. The deadly Sept. 11, 2012, attack on the consulate killed U.S. Ambassador Chris Stevens and three other Americans. should react more quickly to security threats and only in rare instances use facilities that are inadequately protected. The report also says the State Department should not rely on local security alone in countries where the host government cannot provide adequate protection. The report notes that the State Department in 2012 continued to operate the Benghazi facility, despite U.S. intelligence reports showing the danger was growing. The report faults the military for being unable to help when needed. “No U.S. military resources in position to intervene in short order in Benghazi to help defend” the U.S. facilities in Benghazi, it says. Yet it points out that Stevens had rejected additional security. The Defence Department had provided a Site
Security Team in Tripoli, made up of 16 special operations personnel to provide security and other help. The report says the State Department decided not to extend the team’s mission in August 2012, one month before the attack. In the weeks that followed, Gen. Carter Ham, the head of Africa Command, twice asked Stevens to employ the team, and twice Stevens declined, the report said. The report also says, “Intelligence analysts inaccurately referred to the presence of a protest at the U.S. mission facility before the attack based on open source information and limited intelligence, but without sufficient intelligence or eyewitness statements to corroborate that assertion.” The report says the U.S. intelligence community then took too long to correct their error.
ROSWELL, N.M. — The 12-year-old boy who opened fire in a New Mexico middle school gym warned some students away just before the attack, State Police Chief Pete Kassetas said. Kassetas said the attack at Berrendo Middle School in Roswell was planned in advance. But he said it appeared the boy’s victims — an 11-year-old boy and 13-year-old girl — were chosen randomly. During a Wednesday press briefing, Kassetas declined to speculate on a motive or say when charges would be filed. But he said the boy got the sawed-off shotgun from his family’s home and had three rounds. “All three rounds were expended during the incident,” Kassetas said. “There was no indication that he had any ammunition other than what was loaded in the gun.” Officials said the 11-year-old boy who was shot in the face and neck remains in critical condition at University Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas. The 13-year-old girl is in satisfactory condition with injuries to the right shoulder. Kassetas said investigators worked through the night executing search warrants at the school, and determined from those searches that the attack was planned. They examined the boy’s locker and the duffel bag the seventhgrader used to transport the 20-gauge pump shotgun to school. Kassetas said the handle of the gun was sawed off so it had “more of a pistol grip.” The police chief added authorities had some indication that the boy verbally warned “select students” about the attack as he arrived at the school.
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BAGHDAD — Iraqi airstrikes pounded a town near Fallujah that had been seized by al-Qaida linked militants and commandos swept in Wednesday to clear the area, senior military officials said. It was a rare victory for government forces that have been struggling for nearly three weeks to regain control of the mainly Sunni area west of Baghdad. North of the capital, a bomb tore through a funeral of an anti-al-Qaida Sunni militiaman, the deadliest in a series of attacks that killed at least 50 people nationwide. Violence has risen sharply as extremist Islamic militants try to exploit growing anger among the Sunni minority over what they perceive as mistreatment and random arrests by the Shiiteled government. Members of the al-Qaida linked group known as the State of Iraq and the Levant — emboldened by successes in the civil war raging next door in Syria — made a push to seize parts of the mainly Sunni Anbar province as violence erupted after the government arrested a Sunni lawmaker sought on terrorism charges on Dec. 28, then dismantled an anti-government Sunni protest camp in the provincial Ramadi. Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki has held off ordering an all-out offensive against the extremists because of fears that civilian casualties could incite Sunni anger and push moderate tribal leaders to side with the extremists. The area was one of the bloodiest battlefields for U.S. forces during the war and al-Qaida’s resurgence poses a major challenge to the government and its forces two years after the Americans withdrew. Wednesday’s counterattack came a day after al-Qaida militants blew up an explosives-laden fuel tanker at an army checkpoint, killing three soldiers, on a small bridge near Saqlawiya, just north of Fallujah.
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Shootout in Russian region of Dagestan kills 3 security officials, 2 militants MAKHACHKALA, Russia — A shootout between security forces and militants in the volatile Russian region of Dagestan killed five people, authorities said. The gunbattle broke out after militants barricaded themselves inside a home in the village of Karlanyurt, Dagestan Investigative Committee spokesman Rasul Temirbekov told The Associated Press. The fatalities included three security force members and two militants. It wasn’t immediately clear if there were other militants at the house. The village is about 550 kilometres (340 miles) from Sochi, which will host the Winter Olympics from Feb. 7-23. One of the slain militants, Marat Idrisov, was responsible for a handful of attacks on security officials and religious leaders in southern Russia, including a bombing that killed three in the city of Pyatigorsk, the National Anti-terrorism Committee said. Dagestan, a predominantly Muslim republic in the North Caucasus region, has been the epicenter of a simmering conflict between a growing Islamic insurgency and Russian security forces. A top rebel leader in the North Caucasus has called on his followers to attack the Sochi Olympics, and Moscow has vowed to crack down on terrorist activity before the games.
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Monsignor Charles Scicluna, the Holy See’s chief sex crimes prosecutor, meets journalists in Rome on Feb. 8, 2012. The Holy See today will be grilled by a UN committee in Geneva on its implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, which among other things calls for signatories to take all appropriate measures to protect children from harm and to put children’s interests above all else. The Vatican will be represented by its most authoritative official on the issue, Scicluna. “For too many years, survivors were the only ones speaking out about this and bearing the brunt of a lot of criticism,” said Pam Spees, an attorney at the Center for constitutional Rights, which provided a key report to the committee. “And so this is a very important moment for many, many people who are here in Geneva and around the world who will be watching as the Holy See is called for the first time ever to actually answer questions.” Indeed, to date the Holy See has never had to defend its record at length or in court since it has successfully argued that it is immune from lawsuits as a sovereign state and that, regardless, bishops were responsible for pedophile priests, not the pope or
his policies. While the Holy See has had to answer some questions about abuse at the separate UN Human Rights Council, this is the first UN hearing dedicated to the issue and the Vatican was compelled to submit to it as a signatory to the convention. Officials have privately said they are hoping at best to do damage control at Thursday’s session. The UN committee, which is composed of independent experts, not other UN member states, will issue its final observations and recommendations Feb. 5. The recommendations are not binding and the committee has no ability to sanction the Vatican for any shortcomings.
in its report about the use of secret technology using radio waves to gain access to computers that other countries have tried to protect from spying or cyberattacks. The software network could also create a digital highway for launching cyberattacks, the Times reported Tuesday. The Times reported that the technology, used by the agency for several years, relies on radio waves that can be transmitted from tiny circuit boards and USB cards inserted covertly into the computers. The NSA calls the effort an “active defence” and has used the technology to monitor units of China’s army, the Russian military, drug cartels, trade institutions inside the European Union and sometime U.S. partners against terrorism like Saudi Arabia, India and Pakistan, the Times reported. The NSA says the technology has not been used in computers in the U.S.
happened,” said Bahl, who sounded shaken. A sign outside the hotel reads, “Recommended by Lonely Planet.” The woman, whose name was not released, was on her way back to Denmark, said Ole Egberg Mikkelsen, head of the Danish Foreign Ministry’s consular department in Copenhagen, which handles cases involving Danes abroad. Egberg Mikkelsen said the woman had received assistance from Indian and Danish authorities, and that her next of kin had been contacted.
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Somali militant defectors moving into Kenya NAIROBI, Kenya — Dozens of foreign fighters have defected from the al-Qaida-linked militant group in Somalia due to internal disputes, and many of those men have moved into
BEIRUT — The truck bomb assassination of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri sent a sectarian tremor across the Middle East and set off years of upheaval in Lebanon, the consequences of which are still felt across the turbulent region. Nine years later, the international trial of four Hezbollah suspects is finally set to begin. With Sunni-Shiite tensions at an alltime high, exacerbated by the raging civil war in Syria, some fear a fresh outbreak of deadly violence because of a trial it had been hoped would help put an end to Lebanon’s long tradition of unsolved political assassinations. Faith that justice would eventually prevail has faded over time. Many Lebanese believe the tribunal is politicized, and many involved in the investigation have died. None of the suspects have been arrested, and Hezbollah has vowed never to hand them over. The suicide assassination with a ton of explosives that killed Hariri and 22 others on Feb. 14, 2005 was one of the most dramatic assassinations in the Middle East’s modern history, helping fuel sectarian divisions between Sunni and Shiite Muslims. Violence between members of the two sects has claimed the lives of thousands over the past years mostly in Iraq, Syria, Pakistan and Lebanon. Hariri, who also held Saudi citizenship, was one of Lebanon’s most influential Sunni leaders, with wide connections in the Arab world and international community. Hezbollah, a Shiite group, is backed by Shiite Iran. In the immediate aftermath of the assassination, suspicion fell on Syria, since Hariri had been seeking to weaken its domination of Lebanon. Syria has denied any role in the murder, but the killing galvanized opposition to Damascus and led to huge street demonstrations dubbed the “Cedar Revolution” that helped put an end Syria’s 29-year military presence in its smaller neighbour. Kenya, a security official said. Since early last year Kenyan security officials have observed movements by people suspected of being part of al-Shabab in Somalia, said a senior police official who insisted on anonymity because he is not authorized to speak to the press. Al-Shabab and other militants are under increased scrutiny in Kenya following the Sept. 21 grenade-and-gunfire attack on Nairobi’s Westgate Mall, an attack that killed at least 67 people. The trial of four suspects arrested in conjunction with the mall attack opened in a Nairobi court on Wednesday. Two prosecution witnesses described how the mall came under attack by four gunmen. Infighting between al-Shabab leader Ahmed Abdi Godane and other top militant leaders who support the inclusion of foreign fighters in the group has left the foreigners being “mistreated and mistrusted,” the official said.
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Short-tailed weasels rely on their white pelage for camouflage during the winter, and their small tube-like bodies make it easy to dive down to the bottom of the snowpack to hunt for small rodents in the pukak layer. This little weasel showed up in our yard one day just as our neighbour’s cat caught a vole. It wasn’t much of a contest — the startled cat hastily surrendered its catch to the scrappy weasel.
COPING WITH THE UNLIKE THE PAST FEW ‘EASY’ WINTERS, THIS SEASON WILL TEST THE LIMITS OF LOCAL WILDLIFE’S ENDURANCE This winter — with its early arriv- between the earth and the snow — al, frequent snowstorms, provides suitable habitat fierce winds and bitter for these small but robust temperatures — will be mammals. In turn, they a challenging one for our provide a critical food wild neighbours. source for owls, weasels, Unlike the past few foxes, coyotes and other “easy” winters, this seaoverwintering carnivores. son will test the limits of For the mammals that their endurance. Many of have to move through or the old, the weak and the atop deep snow, two body inexperienced will perattributes apply — size ish. and foot loading. Larger Much winter activity mammals, such as moose takes place beyond our and wolves, can obviousMYRNA view, beneath the snow. ly move easier through PEARMAN Mice, voles and shrews deeper snow than deer or scurry about in a thin coyotes. But as the snowlayer of loosely crystalpack continues to thicken, line snow called the pu“foot loading” becomes a kak layer. This subnivean environ- factor. Foot loading is the amount of ment — the dark and moist interface pressure exerted (and therefore sink
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experienced) when an animal walks on the snow. Deer, with their stiletto-like legs, have extremely high foot-loading; their pointed hooves puncture even the hardest snowpack. By contrast, snowshoe hares and Canada lynx are at the opposite extreme: their wide fluffy feet exert such minimal pressure that they can quite literally “float” on the snow. This winter has presented chal-
lenges to us humans, too. I suggest you take a break from shovelling, grab a pair of snowshoes (to lower your foot load!) and get out into the bush to enjoy the special beauty that a deep-snow winter has to offer. Myrna Pearman is the biologist and site services manager at Ellis Bird Farm (www.ellisbirdfarm.ca). She can be reached at mpearman@ellisbirdfarm.ca.
Canada lynx have massive feet. The resulting low foot load enables them to walk atop a deep, fluffy snowpack. Even with this advantage, they will often reuse the same trails. Snowshoe hares are the main food source for lynx, although they will readily eat road kill and other carrion. This lynx was dining on a dead moose.
Snowshoe hares turn white in the winter and, with low foot load, can easily move atop the snow pack. When hares run, their large back feet land in front of their smaller front feet, so it is always easy to tell which direction they are travelling. Even with their ability to float, hares often follow welltrodden pathways through the forest.
Red squirrels remain active all winter long but will retreat to their snug winter nests when the temperatures get extremely cold. For food, they rely on the large larder of spruce cones that they have cached away during the fall. Although small in size, their low foot loading enables them to move easily atop the snow pack, even when it is fresh and fluffy.
Coyotes have little trouble moving through shallow snow but, because they have relatively high foot loading, must expend an increasing amount of energy as the snowpack thickens. They will often concentrate their activities during deep-snow winters to areas where they can move easier, such as dense tree cover, urban neighbourhoods and snowmobile tracks.
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Collapse of the pike Like many Albertans, the first fish I ever caught was a pike. Mine came from Johnson’s Lake north of Brooks when I was 10 or 11; its head lashed to the handlebar, the seven pounder’s tail dragged in the dirt as I pedaled home to show mom. By the time I left Brooks at 17, for Edmonton and the U of A, I had caught more than a lifetime share of pike. Some came from the Bow and Red Deer rivers, but the majority of my pike, one of 25 pounds, came from Lake Newell, or its outlet canals, all rutty, bumpy bike rides from home. So, one of the greatest “I never thought I’d see the day” shocks of my life, more than 60 years later, is the recent news that we are probably going to see catch and release, a zero limit, imposed for Lake Newell pike when the 2014 fishing season starts on April 1, and that’s no April Fool. No pike were caught during the Kiwanis Fish Derby on Newell last February, which did not surprise me, since the use of bait was banned, but area biologist Paul ChrisBOB tensen was alarmed enough to SCAMMELL conduct a study. What he concluded is that the Newell pike fishery has collapsed, and “it is likely Lake Newell will go catch and release for pike on April 1.” Already the Kiwanis have announced the cancellation of next month’s Lake Newell Derby. What has caused the pike collapse? Newell is a huge man-made lake with many problems — mostly also man-made — that have been growing bigger over the years. In my youth, you caught pike and the occasional jumbo lake whitefish on pike spoons, spinners and plugs; that, plus the occasional burbot was it for fish species. Now there is a Newell fishery for walleyes that were deliberately introduced without, so far as I can find, any research being done on what effect the introduction of a population of large predators would have on the resident population of large predators, the pike. There were no perch in Newell in my day and I am not aware of any official introductions. But perch are the favourite for illegal plantings by Alberta’s bait bucket biologists, which is probably how they got into Lake Newell. A year ago, fishermen on the lake surprised biologists with reports that they were seeing blizzards, multimillions of stunted perch on their underwater camera screens, perch too small to be caught in the index nets the biologists use. Many anglers blame commercial net fishing — mainly for whitefish — on Lake Newell for the astronomical recent increase in the perch population. The theory is that the large commercial whitefish catch means thousands fewer whitefish to feed on perch eggs; ergo: millions more perch. But in some Alberta lakes, perch are a major prey species of walleye and pike, but what do I know? Certainly the cover painting of the latest edition of The Fishes of Alberta by Nelson and Paetz shows a pike about to swallow three perch. What I do know is what my eyes tell me about habitat and fishery management mistakes relating to the biology of pike. Pike do not spawn on river or lake beds, like walleyes do, but rather, sometimes even before the ice is out, in shallow, marshy reedy areas or flooded bays, where the eggs stick to the vegetation, and the young hatch and remain attached to the “tethered” yolk for a couple of weeks before swimming freely. But many of the pike spawning areas I remember are gone and more are going, because of the “gentrification” of Newell’s shoreline to residential and cottage developments and the dredging, and rock
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Above: A female pike about to be released. Below: Burbot, a longtime Newell native. Right: Hammer-handle pike — more should be kept and eaten.
filling, legal and mostly not, that always seems to be a byproduct of lakeshore living in Alberta. What I fear has mostly caused Newell’s pike collapse is another manifestation of North America’s, and particularly Alberta’s, most egregious fishery management mistake: targeting the biggest and best breeders for harvest. The effect of this on pike is particularly damaging, because the really big ones are almost always females. For several years you have been permitted to keep one Lake Newell pike per day, provided it is more than 63 cm (two feet) long. For far too long, I have been groaning every time I see yet another photo of an angler grinning and gripping a huge, dead Lake Newell pike. Each of those huge, dead pike is likely a female and the thousands of eggs within her are also dead and lost forever to the lake and future fishermen. You don’t see sane ranchers selling their best breeding stock for slaughter. Why can’t Alberta’s fisheries managers get it that you must protect your biggest and best breeders?
Letting people keep and eat a few pike, provided they are under 63, maybe even under 46 cm, makes more sense, and Paul Christensen says there are still “small pike” in Lake Newell. Bob Scammell is an award-winning columnist who lives in Red Deer. He can be reached at bscam@telusplanet.net.
Indoor plants can help Things will really heat up keep buildings healthier The solution to one problem can the plant is putting out new growth. cause another. English ivy is prone to infestations of When energy costs increased, build- spider mites. Avoid this problem by ings became more energy efficient with keeping the plant healthy and checkbetter insulation and fewer cracks. ing plants before they are purchased. As a result, air circulation As with all ivy plants, the became a problem, which strands can be let grow or resulted in sick people and they can be pruned back, the phrase “sick building making it a bushier plant. syndrome.” ● Snake plant (sanseviMuch has been done to eria trifasciata) is one of improve buildings air qualithe easiest plants to grow. ty in buildings but more can It appears to thrive on nebe achieved by the addition glect and will grow in any of indoor plants. light. The more light the Healthy plants pull in plant receives, the quicker harmful air particles, trapit grows. A sunny area will ping them within the plant see maximum plant growth, during their transpiration but the plant will live and cycle. put out new growth in miniAll plants clean the air to mal light conditions. Water LINDA some degree but according the plant according to the TOMLINSON to studies done by NASA, amount of light it receives certain varieties of plants and the speed it grows. are better at the process ● Corn plants (dracena than others. fragans) Janet Craig, red Before purchasing the top 10 plants edged and warneck dracena are all on the list, make sure that the climate cultivars of dracena deremensis. Like is suitable for the chosen plant. With- the snake plant, the rate of growth will out the correct climate temperature, change with the amount of light relight, nutrients, soil and water, the ceived. Pot plants into well-drained plant will be short-lived. soil and leave them in the same pot The following plants are ones that until they becomes rootbound. Some clean the air and are usually easy to varieties of dracena will grow in coolgrow. er temperatures but these varieties do ● Spider plants (hlorophytum) thrive not. They should never be placed outif they are given a spot in bright indi- side in the summer as night temperarect sunlight. They will live in darker tures drop too low. locations but will produce fewer stems ● Golden pothos (scindapsus aures) that contain smaller plants. Spider has variegated foliage and makes a plants prefer a well-drained soil. Re- good addition to any room. Like most pot when the plants are completely ivy, it is shallow rooted. This only berootbound. Water when the soil feels comes a problem if the plant is given dry to the touch and fertilize regularly too much water and the soil stays wet during the spring and summer months. between watering. Golden pothos will ● English ivy (hedra helix) can over- grow in low to bright light conditions. take a garden in warmer climates but For a bushier plant, trim the plant in Central Alberta it is a house plant back on a regular basis. that thrives in bright light or even fluoA few plants in the room can make rescent light. Water, keeping the soil a difference in the air we breathe. Add moist but not wet as the ivy’s roots do some to the home or workplace. not like to be soggy or dry. Less water Linda Tomlinson is a horticulturalist is usually needed during the winter who lives near Rocky Mountain House. months when the plant can become She can be reached at www.igardencanadormant. Fertilize regularly when da.com or your_garden@hotmail.com.
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“What do I, as an Albertan, gain by this mad rush up there?” — Peter Lougheed (referring to the pace of oilsands development)
port only has records going back to 1955, but in 1937, the mercury in Midale, Sask., hit 45C (113F). So Red Deer probably had a few scorchers back in 1937, also. Kenneth Green (in a column in the And 1997-98 was hot, due to the exAdvocate on Dec. 13) relates the good treme El Nino. I remember friends in news that Canada’s greenhouse gas Calgary bragging about taking their emission rates have been motorcycles out during the declining over the last few Christmas break in 1997. years. Now, just imagine if Of course, some of this is those were the coldest years due to our being able to do instead of the hottest. Red more with less, but Green Deer wouldn’t be a very neglects to mention that it pleasant place to live anyis also largely due to the semore. vere economic contraction In fact, it would be downof our biggest trading partright hellish. But that’s exner (the U.S.). actly what the researchers And he fails to mention are forecasting for us in that even though our annual about 60 years time … easemission rates have been ily in that window when our declining somewhat, our tochildren and grandchildren tal accumulated emissions will still be around. EVAN continue to grow year by And we’re just in one of BEDFORD year. the lucky spots. Vancouver An analogy would be is expected to see that awsinking in quicksand. It matful time in about 40 years. ters little if we’re sinking Toronto in 30. Miami in 20. by a smaller amount each And what is even more second. crushing is the fact that peoAt some point, the quicksand will be ple in the tropical areas will be feeling above our heads. the heat long before us folks in the Which brings me to the concept of a temperate regions. The worst place to climate tipping point (over six million be will be Indonesia, where Irian Jaya results on Google). is expected to become unbearable in At some point, the Earth’s climate about six short years. will change “… from one stable state So what can be done about it? to another stable state. …” (Wikipedia Well, in the short term, we could definition). It’s difficult to know when listen less to people like Green, who that point might be — or if we’ve al- imply that because Canada’s total ready passed it — since we don’t know emissions are so much less than Chienough about the natural climate feed- na’s (with 38 times the population), back loops that we’ve nudged into ac- we somehow occupy the moral high tion (such as present and future meth- ground. ane releases from the warming tunThat ploy didn’t work when we were dra). children (Mom never cared if “all the But researchers at the University of other kids are doing it”); why should it Hawaii have taken a stab at this diffi- work now? cult question. Their definition of a tipSo if Green isn’t making much sense, ping point is when the coldest year at who should we listen to? any particular location is projected to My vote would be for Peter be warmer than what the hottest year Lougheed. was from the previous 150 years. Evan Bedford is a local environmenThat sounds pretty dire. What would talist. Direct comments, questions and we have for Red Deer as the hottest suggestions to wyddfa23@telus.net. Visit year? Maybe some time in the 1930s? the Energy and Ecology website at www. Perhaps. The Red Deer Regional Air- evanbedford.com.
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Black cohosh helps menopause How challenges Black cohosh (cimicifuga rac- to women of every age who sucemosa) is a famous menopausal cumb to the darkness of hormonal herb and is a best-selling herb. swings. It is reputed to stop hot flashes Black cohosh is an elegant and calm irritation in perennial with winemenopausal women. coloured, feathered Irritability and moodileaves and graces ness is black cohosh’s many Central Alberkeynote. tan gardens under the In 1876, Lydia name of bug bane. Pinkham, a herbalist This particular comhomesteader in Masmon name refers to the sachusetts, introduced unpleasant odour its Lydia Pinkham’s Veglong spike of fairy-like etable Compound. white flowers emit. This herbal formula Bugs don’t like the was marketed as a remsmell. Black cohosh’s edy for “female weakinsect repellent qualiness.” Many women ties is reflected in its were relieved from the Latin name, cimicABRAH burden of dramatic ifuga. Cimi in Latin ARNESON hormonal swings taking means bug, and fugare Pinkham’s formula. HERBS FOR LIFE means to take flight. The remedy conThe name also suggests tained several herbs, but black co- the needs of women who do well hosh was the principal ingredient. on this plant, they say, “Don’t bug Critics of Pinkham suggested me” to everyone! that the high alcohol content in Black cohosh is not native to the herbal compound was the real Central Alberta. reason for its popularity. In the Its natural home is the moist 1800s, few women drank openly. woodlands of Eastern Canada and The critics felt the formula re- the US. It is a thirsty plant and lieved a woman’s “thirst” for al- requires daily watering in prairie cohol. gardens to bloom. Today, clinical studies conBlack Cohosh entered western ducted in Germany have shown herbal medicine via the First Nablack cohosh regulates female tions of the east. The word cohosh hormones via the pituitary gland. comes from the Algonquin word Herbalists offer black cohosh not for labour. Black cohosh was used only to menopausal women, but to induce and shorten labour.
For this reason, pregnant women should not use black cohosh during early pregnancy. It will bring on a miscarriage. Besides bringing on labour and calming hormonal swings, black cohosh is a valuable remedy for relieving dull aching pain anywhere in the body. This is particularly true for pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, neuralgia and fibromyalgia. Black cohosh relieves pain in three ways… ● First, it’s anti-inflammatory effects supports the body in cleaning up the debris caused by inflammatory processes. ● Secondly, it is calming to the nervous system, reducing spasms that cause of the pain. For this reason, black cohosh is also frequently added to formulas for bronchitis and other spasmodic coughs. ● Finally, black cohosh alters perception of pain in the brain. It calms the mind. A calm mind does not feel pain as intensely as an anxious mind. Black cohosh’s root contains the medicine. Some herbalists swear by a fresh root tincture of black cohosh. However, I advise against herbal dabblers going out in the backyard and digging some up.
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Workout mistakes to avoid As you get going with your workout protocol, it’s important that you keep yourself fully aware of the most frequent mistakes made by those who strive to realize success. In some cases, making these critical errors could entirely keep you from seeing the progress you’re after, only leading to massive frustration over time. Fortunately, they’re easy to get past if you know what to do. Let’s go over the biggest workout mistakes to avoid.
While some cardio is fine, if you do too much, it’ll just hinder your recovery from your lifting sessions and that can then mean that you are not seeing the optimal lean muscle retention or gains you could be. That then lowers your metabolic rate, making it harder to lose fat while dieting. Focus on strength training first as a top priority and then add your cardio training to that.
Overdoing isolation exercise volume
Failing to do a warm-up set
The last critical error that must be If you often rush right into your first avoided as you go about your workout set, that is mistake No. 1. While it’s unprotocol is overdoing the isolation exerderstandable that you want to get that cise volume. workout in and over with as quickly as If you go into the gym and perform six possible as you have a busy life to lead, sets of various bicep curls coupled with doing a warm-up set on the first couple CABEL a number of sets of tricep moves before of exercises you do is a very effective way MCELDERRY moving on to leg extensions and hamto ensure that you keep your maximum string curls, you’re wasting precious effort strength effort up. on exercises that don’t have a high payoff. If your central nervous system is still Isolation exercises should only make up a very cold when you go to perform your first exercise, you can rest assured you won’t be optimizing your prog- small amount of your total exercise routine. Compound exercises should be the primary focus. ress on that lift. If you look at your workout program and see more A warm-up helps keep you stronger for faster rethan four to six sets total of isolation moves, chance sults. are you doing too many and could easily cut back. So there you have the key workout mistakes that are most commonly made. Were you committing any of these crimes? Next, another common error that’s far too often If so, you might want to focus on taking steps to made is cardio overload. This is often committed eliminate them so that they don’t keep you from seeby the fat-loss crowd who believe that cardio is the ing the success you desire. route to a leaner body. Cabel McElderry is a local personal trainer and nutriDo not let yourself come to believe this. It just tion coach. For more information on fitness and nutriisn’t the case. tion, visit the Fitness F/X website at www.fitnessfx.com.
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There are two ways to view the idea of a challenge. One way to look at challenge is in the external challenges of life, whether it be the unknown difficulties that come your way, a tough decision to make, a force of nature to conquer, or a difficult encounter to overcome … all challenges. We face them every day. The other way to view challenge is when we embark upon our own internal challenges — a 30-day yoga challenge, a gratitude challenge, no sugar for 30 days challenge, etc., etc. Some means of selfbetterment challenge. A decade ago, I was challenged to do things I had never done before. I was challenged to practise yoga. I was challenged to avoid sugar and alcohol. Health challenges, I KRISTIN suppose. FRASER I was also challenged to do something creative with myself. All in the midst of needing a change in my life. Feeling stuck. Feeling trapped and ready to try anything I gave it all a shot. There’s always room for improvement, no? The beautiful thing I learned about embarking upon these inner challenges is that as much as these seemed like “hard challenges” in the beginning, it was amazing how much easier they made my life in the end. At first, it seems hard to fit in the very things that will inevitably make your life run so much smoother. When you are able to conquer the inner challenges of eating healthier and taking better care of yourself, you begin to conquer the external challenges that life throws at you with more ease. What have been your challenges in life? Money, relationships, career, health, hardships, abuse? These challenges can lead to a lot of stress — and what better way to deal with stress than to incorporate additional nutrients in your body, respond with a positive outlook, sweat it out at the gym, or attend a yoga class? Challenges help teach you something about yourself. Challenges are meant to teach you something about yourself. I believe that the external challenges are meant to push you towards those internal challenges. They are meant to be your driving force to do something different. But you still have to step up and choose. Excuse the cliché, but you still have to rise to the challenge. The good news is you might just discover that you’re a little stronger than you thought, a little happier than you thought, a little more capable than you thought, and then your confidence might just build enough that you might just discover that you are truly capable of anything. I challenge you to try a challenge yourself. Whether it be a yoga challenge, a no-sugar challenge or just challenging yourself to do something creative. You never know what you might create. Check out www.somethingtochewon.ca for a challenge you don’t want to miss. “I challenge you to make your life the masterpiece you want to paint, the novel you want to read, the day you want to wake to.” — Toni Sorenson Kristin Fraser, BSc, is a holistic nutritionist and local freelance writer. Her column appears every second Thursday. She can be reached at kristin@somethingtochewon.ca.
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Don’t stop taking your multivitamin Dump your vitamin and mineral supplements? Don’t throw those babies out with the bathwater! We’re still taking ours, despite some new studies bashing multivitamin benefits. We’re also ignoring headlines like Multivitamins a waste of money and Your multivitamins aren’t doing a d**n thing — and we think you should, too. We’re convinced that some vitamin supplements have plenty of health-protecting benefits — especially if you’re over 50, munch a lessthan-perfect diet, are a woman of reproductive age or are among the tens of millions of North Americans who take nutrient-zapping drugs for high blood pressure, diabetes or to tame stomach acid. That’s a lot of folks. So why the opposition to multivites? One metastudy conducted for the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force looked at 27 supplement studies involving more than 400,000 people. It found no benefit for longevity, cancer prevention or heart health in people without nutrient deficiencies. The second followed 5,947 guys for 12 years
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What’s in it for you? In addition to an 18 per cent reduction in cancer rates after age 70, here are a few more benefits: If you’re over age 50: A multivitamin can reduce risk for non-prostate cancers by six per cent to 18 per cent in men and cut risk for adenomas — polyps that can become colon cancers — by 20 per cent. To cut your risk for vision loss and early forms of age-related macular degeneration, add 900 mg of DHA and a lutein and zeaxanthin supplement (Dr. Mike does) to help protect your eyes. If you’re a woman of reproductive age: Take a multivitamin enriched
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New York mayor’s daughter tells all on YouTube More young people suffering both mental health and serious physical health conditions are enthusiastic in recovery and treatment about sharing their stories to help others, she said. “I think adolescents often see themselves as very altruistic, whether it’s giving advice to another kid in a group kind of setting or being the example, the role model. That’s often a very healing process for kids,” Rode said. But they still require adult guidance on exactly how to get that done. It could be a therapist, guidance counsellor or parent, or all three. “They’re still adolescents. They don’t think about the future,” Rode said. “They’re very in the present. It’s what sounds good now, and social media sounds good right now, but once you’ve put it out there and if you have a change of heart, it’s hard to take it back.” In Chiara’s case, rumours that she had battled drug issues were rampant during the mayoral campaign, but she and her brother were off-
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limits to reporters and the campaign refused the media’s questions on the subject. In the video, she said outpatient treatment got her through, but no media outlet published a story before the video surfaced at a traditionally dead period in the news cycle. The comment function below Chiara’s YouTube was disabled, so routinely vicious, anonymous feedback on the site was limited. The video received nearly 100,000 views in about two weeks. Tim Jordan, a St. Louis developmental and behavioural pediatrician specializing in teen girls, was among those who took a look. “My guess is that being of service to others in need is a critical part of her healing and recovery,” he said. “Instead of being stuck in shame, regret and blame, she is focusing her intention and energies on being valuable to others. “A younger person would probably not have the maturity and sense of security to be able to handle the backlash from such an admission.”
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HERB: Buttercup family Black cohosh belongs to the ranunculacea family, commonly called the buttercup family. The plants in this family have very strong medicine and most are too toxic to be of medicinal value. To help the medicine settle, the black cohosh’s root is dried before use. In the drying process, the root loses some of its toxicity, making it good medicine. Prolonged use, over six months, of large doses of black cohosh is still not advised. Large doses of this plant can cause nausea and headache. In any case, like most plants with strong medicine, black cohosh has a very repugnant flavour. The taste will limit the amount of black cohosh any one person can take at any given time. To learn more about how plants can balance a woman’s hormones while supporting the Central Alberta Women’s Emergency Shelter, join me on Jan. 29 at 6:30 at the Snell Auditorium of the Red Deer Public Library. The cost of the talk is $25.00 and all proceeds will go to the woman’s shelter. Herbs for Life is written by Abrah Arneson, a local clinical herbalist. It is intended for information purposes only. Readers with a specific medical problem should consult a doctor. For more information, visit www.abraherbalist.ca. Arneson can be reached www.abraherbs. com.
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GREYHOUNDS PLAYER SCORED WINNER LATE IN THIRD AT CHL TOP PROSPECTS GAME Bleackley, Fleury happy with performances BY GREG MEACHEM ADVOCATE SPORTS EDITOR
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Team Orr goalie Julio Billia, right, stops a shot from Team Cherry’s Sam Reinhart, during second -period CHL Top Prospects hockey action in Calgary, Wednesday. BY THE CANADIAN PRESS Orr 4 Cherry 3 CALGARY — Jared McCann of the Sault St. Marie Greyhounds scored the game-winning goal with 3:29 left in the third period to lead Team Orr to a 4-3 win over Team Cherry at the CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game on Wednesday at the Scotiabank Saddledome. Josh Ho-Sang of the Windsor Spitfires had a goal and an assist for Team Orr. Julius Honka of the Swift Current Broncos and Aaron Ekblad of the Barrie Colts both had two assists. Brendan Lemeiux, also of the Colts, and Blake Clarke of the Saginaw Spirit also scored for Team Orr. Sam Reinhart of the Kootenay Ice and Nikolay Goldobin of the Sarnia Sting had a goal and an assist each for Team Cherry while Michael Dal Colle of the Oshawa Generals also scored.
Playing the second half of the game, goalie Julio Billia of the Chicoutimi Sagueneens made 17 saves to backstop Team Orr to the victory. Team Cherry held a 14-7 advantage in shots after the first period, but couldn’t find a way to get any pucks past starting Team Orr goalie Mason McDonald of the Charlottetown Islanders. Connor Bleakly of the Red Deer Rebels had the first good chance to score for Team Cherry just past the first minute mark of the opening frame when he one-timed a pass from linemate Ryan MacInnis of the Kitchener Rangers on net, but McDonald slid across his crease to make the save. At the other end of the ice goalie Ty Edmonds of the Prince George Cougars stood his ground to stop a pair of chances off the stick of Calgary Hitmen forward and crowd favourite Jake Virtanen. At the mid-way mark of the
first period, Daniel Audette of the Sherbrooke Phoenix tipped a point shot fired by Aaron Irving of the Edmonton Oil Kings that got past McDonald, but hit the post. On the ensuing rush the other way, Nikolaj Ehlers of the Halifax Mooseheads wired a shot that rang off the post behind Edmonds. Shortly after McDonald made another nice save to stop Bleackley’s second scoring chance of the period, Jacob Middleton of the Ottawa 67’s and Aaron Haydon of the Niagara IceDogs dropped the gloves for a spirited fight to the delight of the crowd. Team Orr carried the majority of the play early in the second and was rewarded when Lemieux redirected Honka’s point shot past Edmonds for a powerplay goal at the nine-minute mark of the middle frame.
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CALGARY — In what amounted to a showcase of skills in front of a flock of NHL scouts and general managers Wednesday, defenceman Haydn Fleury and forward Conner Bleackley admitted they were somewhat anxious. But in the end, the Red Deer Rebels players were satisfied with their respective performances in the BMO CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game viewed by 11,631 fans at the Saddledome. “Going through the (Subway) Super Series game (in November at the Centrium) kind of helped me in this event,” said Bleackley, who along with Fleury suited up with Team Cherry in a 4-3 loss to Team Orr. “The nerves probably showed a bit tonight but once I got out there I knew I had nothing to lose. I knew if I stuck to my game I would be fine and I thought I did that pretty well.” Bleackley, who is the 31st ranked North American skater by Central Scouting for this year’s NHL entry draft and is ranked 14th by the International Scouting Service, had the first scoring chance in the fast-paced contest. The Rebels captain unleashed a one-timer that Charlottetown Islanders netminder Mason McDonald slid over to block just over a minute into the game. “I don’t know if it was nerves, but normally I would like to bury that for sure,” said Bleackley, who had fan support from roughly 20 friends and family members from High River. “You have to give their goalie credit, he got over pretty quickly and made a nice save. “We put a lot of pepper on him in that first period. The goalies at both ends did a pretty good job tonight.” Fleury, ranked sixth by
Central Scouting and eighth by ISS, harboured his own butterflies prior to the game. “There was lots of nerves but I thought I played well,” he said. “Once you get your first couple of shifts you get used to it and get into the flow of the game. “There’s extra pressure in an event like this, but once it starts it’s just another game and you try and go out and play your game. You try not to think about any pressure.” The Top Prospects players gathered in Calgary Monday, met their teammates and coaches and ran through various tests for NHL teams over the next three days. The teams were coached by former Calgary Flames players Jim Peplinski, Paul Reinhart, Tim Hunter, Mike Vernon and Joel Otto, as well as Doug MacLean and Nike Kypreos from Rogers Sportsnet and OHL coach Mark Hunter. “It was a great experience, especially meeting new players and the coaches . . . guys who can tell you a lot of stories about the next level (NHL),” said Fleury. “And it’s always good to share an experience like this with one of your own teammates. Bleacks and I have become really close over the last couple of years and we’ve experienced a lot of things together. It’s been great.” Neither Red Deer player figured in the scoring, but both saw time on the power play and killed penalties and each player was assessed a minor infraction. “There’s always pressure on yourself to perform in a game like this, but at the end of the day it’s not going to make or break you,” said Bleackley, in reference to impressing the NHL types in the audience. “It’s over with now and it’s all about what we do from here and what happens back in Red Deer the rest of the season.” gmeachem@reddeeradvocate.com
Raptors struggle to score against Celtics BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Celtics 88 Raptors 83 BOSTON — Jared Sullinger was piling up the rebounds and needed an assist from sidelined guard Rajon Rondo to realize what was happening. Sullinger scored 25 points and grabbed a career-best 20 rebounds, Avery Bradley had 20 points and the Boston Celtics held on to snap a nine-game losing streak with an 88-83 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. “I didn’t even think about it until Rondo said, ‘Look up at the scoreboard and get one more,”’ Sullinger said of his rebounds total. “To look up and see 19 rebounds, I didn’t know I had that many.” Sullinger’s 20-20 was the first by a Celtics player since Kevin Garnett’s first game in Boston in 2007. Garnett was dealt — along with Paul Pierce — to Brooklyn during the off-season. Jeff Green scored 13 points and Kris Humphries 12 for the Celtics, who nearly blew an 18-point, second-half lead on a day they dealt away two more players in a three-team trade.
“That might be the first time all season that we’ve won with defence,” Boston coach Brad Stevens said of his team’s off shooting night. The Celtics won despite hitting just 34.5 per cent from the floor (29 of 84) and only 3 of 20 in the final quarter. DeMar DeRozan scored 23 points and Kyle Lowry had 18 with 12 assists for Toronto, which lost for just the third time in 11 games. The Raptors weren’t much better from the field, making only 38.5 per cent (30 of 78). “Honestly, we missed a lot of shots we usually make,” DeRozan said. “It was just one of those nights. That’s when you have to pick up on the defensive end and we just didn’t do it.” Trailing 73-56 entering the final quarter, the Raptors scored 18 of the first 22 points to close the gap to 77-74 on Steve Novak’s 3 from the left corner with 4 ½ minutes to play. Boston missed 13 of its first 15 shots in the opening eight minutes of the fourth. The Raptors nailed three 3-pointers as they made their charge, with Novak hitting two and John Salmons the other.
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Boston Celtics forward Jared Sullinger, left, tangles with Toronto Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas on a rebound during an NBA game in Boston, Wednesday.
Oilers revamp goaltending with pair of trades BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — It wasn’t too long ago that Devan Dubnyk looked like the Edmonton Oilers’ goaltender of the present and future. After a couple of trades Wednesday, Dubnyk is now part of the past. The Oilers sent the 27-year-old to the Nashville Predators for forward Matt Hendricks, then acquired goalie Ben Scrivens from the Los Angeles Kings for a third-round pick in June’s draft. General manager Craig MacTavish told the Oilers’ website that this was a culmination of a few phone calls and should provide a fresh start for both Dubnyk and Edmonton. “We really felt for everybody it was a time for change with Devan,” MacTavish said. “It gives us an opportunity to bring in another goalie in Ben Scrivens who’s had, statistically, a very good season so far, and gives us an opportunity to have a pretty good look at him going forward here from now to the end of the year to see where he possibly could fit in to our longer-term goaltending plan.”
Dubnyk went into the season as Edmonton’s starter, but his struggles led to the signing of veteran free agent Ilya Bryzgalov to a one-year contract. In 32 games this season, Dubnyk is 11-17-2 with a 3.36 goals-against average and .894 save percentage. MacTavish praised Dubnyk, who’s set to be an unrestricted free agent July 1, for being a consummate professional this season. That continued when he addressed the trade before leaving the team. “I think when a season goes this way, I think no one really feels safe and everybody accepts that there’s a possibility of something happening,” Dubnyk told the team’s site from the team hotel in Minnesota. “But when it does, it just catches you offguard.” Given the way rookie Martin Jones played when Jonathan Quick suffered a groin injury, moving Scrivens made sense for the Kings. But the 27-year-old impending unrestricted free agent didn’t expect it. “I thought I’d be in L.A. for the rest of the season,” Scrivens told Edmonton radio station AM 630. “But that’s the nature of this business and you’ve got to roll with the punches.” While Scrivens has some good numbers, including
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a 1.97 goals-against average and .931 save percentage, Jones was a stellar 8-3-0 with a 1.41 GAA and .950 save percentage. When Quick returned, Jones was sent to the Kings’ AHL affiliate in Manchester. Los Angeles recalled him upon trading Scrivens. “Part of that deal was to bring Jones back,” Kings assistant GM Rob Blake told reporters, praising Jones for not hanging his head in the minors. “I think it’s a good opportunity for (Scrivens) to keep his career going in Edmonton and go from there.” Scrivens should get an opportunity to play more with Edmonton than he did in Los Angeles. But the Oilers based their faith in Scrivens on what he did in limited action in Quick’s absence. “Ben came in and played outstanding in relief of Jonathan and really was making a case for himself as a No. 1 NHL goaltender in the starts that he had,” MacTavish said. “That caught everybody’s attention, and that’s what’s given him this great opportunity.” This is the second trade in the past year for the Spruce Grove native.
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THURSDAY, JAN. 16, 2014
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WHL EASTERN CONFERENCE EAST DIVISION GP W L OTLSOL GF GA Swift Current 45 23 16 1 5 150 131 Regina 45 23 17 3 2 153 165 Brandon 44 23 17 4 0 167 160 Prince Albert 43 22 19 2 0 148 145 Moose Jaw 44 13 25 3 3 118 168 Saskatoon 47 12 31 1 3 134 194 CENTRAL DIVISION GP W L OTLSOL GF GA Calgary 44 29 10 2 3 166 115 Edmonton 43 29 13 0 1 171 112 Medicine Hat 43 25 15 3 0 144 123 Kootenay 46 22 20 2 2 137 142 Red Deer 44 22 20 0 2 132 135 Lethbridge 47 9 33 2 3 119 212
Pt 52 51 50 46 32 28 Pt 63 59 53 48 46 23
WESTERN CONFERENCE B.C. DIVISION GP W L OTLSOL GF GA Pt Kelowna 43 36 5 0 2 187 106 74 Victoria 46 29 15 0 2 138 110 60 Vancouver 45 22 15 5 3 153 153 52 Prince George 46 17 23 2 4 144 184 40 Kamloops 44 10 29 2 3 114 181 25 U.S. DIVISION GP W L OTLSOL GF GA Pt Portland 45 28 12 2 3 193 153 61 Seattle 45 26 14 2 3 157 167 57 Spokane 43 26 13 2 2 155 126 56 Everett 44 24 13 6 1 134 119 55 Tri-City 44 20 20 2 2 114 127 44 d-division leader; x-clinched playoff berth. Note: Division leaders ranked in top three positions per conference regardless of points; a team winning in overtime or shootout is credited with two points and a victory in the W column; the team losing in overtime or shootout receives one point which is registered in the OTL or SOL columns Tuesday’s results Medicine Hat 2 Lethbridge 1 Seattle 1 Spokane 0 (OT) Friday’s games Kootenay at Regina, 6 p.m. Prince Albert at Saskatoon, 6:05 p.m. Swift Current at Brandon, 6:30 p.m. Calgary at Red Deer, 7 p.m. Edmonton at Prince George, 8 p.m. Moose Jaw at Portland, 8 p.m. Vancouver at Kamloops, 8 p.m. Kelowna at Victoria, 8:05 p.m. Spokane at Everett, 8:35 p.m. Tri-City at Seattle, 8:35 p.m. National Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts Boston 46 29 15 2 60 Tampa Bay 47 28 15 4 60 Montreal 47 26 16 5 57 Toronto 49 24 20 5 53
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GF 132 136 118 136
Detroit Ottawa Florida Buffalo
46 20 16 10 50 47 21 18 8 50 46 18 21 7 43 46 13 27 6 32 Metropolitan Division GP W L OT Pts Pittsburgh 48 34 12 2 70 Philadelphia 47 24 19 4 52 Washington 47 22 17 8 52 N.Y. Rangers 48 24 21 3 51 New Jersey 48 20 18 10 50 Columbus 46 22 20 4 48 Carolina 46 19 18 9 47 N.Y. Islanders 48 18 23 7 43
118 134 109 83
127 146 141 129
GF 156 125 140 119 112 129 111 132
GA 115 132 141 126 118 131 130 156
WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Chicago 49 30 8 11 71 177 135 St. Louis 45 32 8 5 69 163 100 Colorado 46 29 12 5 63 135 117 Minnesota 49 25 19 5 55 118 122 Dallas 46 21 18 7 49 132 141 Nashville 48 20 21 7 47 113 143 Winnipeg 48 20 23 5 45 133 146 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Anaheim 48 35 8 5 75 161 119 San Jose 47 29 12 6 64 150 117 Los Angeles 47 28 14 5 61 120 96 Vancouver 47 24 14 9 57 123 115 Phoenix 46 21 16 9 51 135 143 Calgary 47 16 25 6 38 105 148 Edmonton 49 15 29 5 35 128 174 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. Tuesday’s Games San Jose 2, Washington 1, SO Toronto 4, Boston 3 Tampa Bay 2, N.Y. Rangers 1 Philadelphia 4, Buffalo 3 New Jersey 4, Montreal 1 Florida 4, N.Y. Islanders 2 Colorado 3, Chicago 2, OT St. Louis 2, Phoenix 1 Nashville 4, Calgary 2 Ottawa 3, Minnesota 0 Dallas 5, Edmonton 2 Wednesday’s Games Toronto 4, Buffalo 3, SO Pittsburgh 4, Washington 3 Vancouver at Anaheim, late
GA 102 113 111 149
Thursday’s Games Detroit at N.Y. Rangers, 5 p.m. Nashville at Philadelphia, 5 p.m. Montreal at Ottawa, 5:30 p.m. N.Y. Islanders at Tampa Bay, 5:30 p.m. San Jose at Florida, 5:30 p.m. Los Angeles at St. Louis, 6 p.m. Edmonton at Minnesota, 6 p.m. Boston at Dallas, 6:30 p.m. New Jersey at Colorado, 7 p.m. Winnipeg at Calgary, 7 p.m.
Vancouver at Phoenix, 7 p.m. Friday’s Games Washington at Columbus, 5 p.m. Anaheim at Chicago, 6 p.m. Wednesday’s summaries Penguins 4, Capitals 3 First Period 1. Washington, Laich 5 (Alzner) 13:09 (sh). Penalties — Ward Wash (tripping) 12:48, Drazenovic Pgh (tripping) 15:27. Second Period 2. Pittsburgh, Letang 9 (Crosby, Glass) 9:53. 3. Washington, Chimera 9 (Johansson, Orlov) 14:31. 4. Pittsburgh, Pyatt 1 (Maatta, Jokinen) 16:08. Penalties — None. Third Period 5. Washington, Ovechkin 34 (Johansson, Green) 8:35. 6. Pittsburgh, Jokinen 13 (Sutter, Niskanen) 11:35. 7. Pittsburgh, Maatta 4 (Malkin, Niskanen) 18:06. Penalties — Green Wash (tripping) 0:32, Erskine Wash (roughing) 7:02, Malkin Pgh (high-sticking) 7:02, Green Wash (tripping) 9:41, Malkin Pgh (interference) 10:02. Shots on goal Washington 10 13 5 — 28 Pittsburgh 17 8 12 — 37 Goal — Washington: Neuvirth (L, 3-4-1); Pittsburgh: Fleury (W, 27-10-1). Power plays (goal-chances)Washington: 0-2; Pittsburgh: 0-3. Maple Leafs 4, Sabres 3 (SO) First Period 1. Toronto, Kessel 22 (unassisted) 9:21. Penalties — Weber Buf (interference) 17:39. Second Period 2. Buffalo, Ellis 2 (Myers, Pysyk) 3:21. 3. Buffalo, Moulson 15 (unassisted) 6:34. 4. Toronto, Kulemin 6 (Holland) 7:23. 5. Toronto, Rielly 2 (Kadri, Raymond) 11:22. Penalties — Bozak Tor (hooking) 0:35, Phaneuf Tor (hooking) 19:56. Third Period 6. Buffalo, Hodgson 10 (Ennis, Ehrhoff) :43 (pp). Penalties — Ott Buf (roughing) 7:53, Phaneuf Tor (interference) 7:53. Overtime No Scoring. Penalties — McNabb Buf (holding) 2:33. Shootout — Toronto wins 3-1 Buffalo : Moulson goal, Hodgson miss. Toronto : van Riemsdyk goal, Lupul goal, Bozak goal. Shots on goal Buffalo 8 10 11 1 — 30 Toronto 12 8 14 5 — 39 Goal — Buffalo: Miller (LO, 12-18-2); Toronto: Reimer (W, 9-6-1). Power plays (goal-chances)Buffalo: 1-2; Toronto: 0-2.
chenko, United States, 4-6, 6-0, 6-1. Dominika Cibulkova (20), Slovakia, def. Stefanie Voegele, Switzerland, 6-0, 6-1. Alize Cornet (25), France, def. Camila Giorgi, Italy, 6-3, 4-6, 6-4. Carla Suarez Navarro (16), Spain, def. Galina Voskoboeva, Kazakhstan, 7-6 (2), 3-6, 8-6. Garbine Muguruza, Spain, def. Anna Schmiedlova, Slovakia, 6-3, 6-3. Maria Sharapova (3), Russia, def. Karin Knapp, Italy, 6-3, 4-6, 10-8. Doubles Men First Round Jamie Murray, Britain, and John Peers (15), Australia, def. Matt Reid and Luke Saville, Australia, 7-6 (4), 7-6 (6). Michael Llodra and Nicolas Mahut (13), France, def. Pablo Andujar, Spain, and Leonardo Mayer,
Argentina, 6-3, 7-5. Robin Haase, Netherlands, and Christopher Kas, Germany, def. Nikolay Davydenko, Russia, and Andrey Golubev, Kazakhstan, 4-6, 6-2, 7-5. Women First Round Andrea Hlavackova and Lucie Safarova (7), Czech Republic, def. Kimiko Date-Krumm, Japan, and Zhang Shuai, China, 6-4, 6-4. Cara Black, Zimbabwe, and Sania Mirza (6), India, def. Tammi Patterson and Arina Rodionova, Australia, 6-1, 6-4. Sara Errani and Roberta Vinci (1), Italy, def. Mona Barthel, Germany, and Megan Moulton-Levy, United States, 7-5, 6-2. Hsieh Su-wei, Taiwan, and Peng Shuai (2), China, def. Eva Hrdinova, Czech Republic, and Paula Ormaechea, Argentina, 6-7 (6), 7-6 (1), 6-0.
Transactions Wednesday’s Sports Transactions HOCKEY National Hockey League NHL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION — F Jamie Langenbrunner announced his retirement. EDMONTON OILERS — Traded G Devan Dubnyk to Nashville for F Matt Hendricks. LOS ANGELES KINGS — Assigned F Tyler Toffoli to Manchester (AHL). Traded G Ben Scrivens to Edmonton for a 2014 third-round draft pick. Recalled G Martin Jones from Manchester. MONTREAL CANADIENS — Assigned D Matt Grassi from Hamilton (AHL) to Wheeling (ECHL). NEW YORK ISLANDERS — Loaned F Ryan Strome to Bridgeport (AHL). NEW YORK RANGERS — Assigned G Scott Stajcer from Hartford (AHL) to Florida (ECHL) and G Jason Missiaen from Hartford to Greenville (ECHL). OTTAWA SENATORS — Reassigned F JeanGabriel Pageau to Binghamton (AHL). American Hockey League ADIRONDACK PHANTOMS — Loaned G Carsen Chubak to Reading (ECHL).
BRIDGEPORT SOUND TIGERS — Released F Peter Boyd from his professional tryout contract. MILWAUKEE ADMIRALS — Signed G Hannu Toivonen to a professional tryout contract. ECHL READING ROYALS — Traded G Josh Watson to Idaho for future considerations. SOUTH CAROLINA STINGRAYS — Loaned G Jeff Jakaitis to Providence (AHL). FOOTBALL National Football League MIAMI DOLPHINS — Named Bill Lazor offensive co-ordinator. MINNESOTA VIKINGS — Named Mike Zimmer coach. NEW YORK JETS — Signed C Jacolby Ashworth, S Brandon Hardin and DB Nick Taylor to reserve/future contracts. WASHINGTON REDSKINS — Promoted tight ends coach Sean McVay to offensive co-ordinator. Canadian Football League CALGARY STAMPEDERS — Re-signed FB Rob Cote.
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CHL: Insurance Just eight seconds later, Dal Colle took a pass from Reinhart and wired a wicked wrist shot into the top corner over McDonald’s outstretched glove hand. After Dal Colle’s tying goal, Billia took over in net for McDonald, who finished the game with 15 saves. At the same time, Alex Nedeljkovic of the Plymouth Whalers replaced Edmonds in the Team Cherry net. Edmonds stopped 16 of 17 shots he faced, while Nedeljkovic finished with 13 saves. Clarke put Team Orr up 2-1 at 13:16 of the second when he beat Nedeljkovic with a wrist shot to the top corner, glove side. Ho-Sang added an insurance marker for Team Orr late in the second when he swatted the puck out of mid-air past Nedeljkovic. Goldobin pulled Team Cherry within one with a wraparound goal at 4:07 of the second and then almost tied up the game, but he hit the post after being awarded a penalty shot when he was pushed from behind to the ice by Brycen Martin of the Swift Current Broncos. Reinhart converted a feed from Goldobin during a Team Cherry power play at 13:53 of the third to tie the game at 3-3. That set the stage for McCann’s game-winning goal when he took a pass from Ho-Sang and wristed a shot over Nedeljkovic’s blocker.
RAPTORS: Did a good job After Toronto cut it to three, Green scored on a drive, hit one free throw and Sullinger sealed it from the line as Boston had enough to hold on. Toronto had it down to 81-78, but DeRozan lost the ball on a drive with about 40 seconds left. “They did a good job of keeping DeMar from getting to the basket,” Raptors coach Dwane Casey said. Sullinger went 4 or 4 from the line in the final 30 seconds to seal it after missing a pair. “I knew I was getting mentally cussed out by my father,” he said. “We preach free throws in my family. My father was my high school coach.” Boston could have starting point guard Rondo back in action as soon as Friday’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers. He went through a workout on Wednesday and was dressed in warmups, sitting on the
● Curling: Red Deer Oilmen’s Bonspiel, first draw at 12:30 p.m., Pidherney Centre. ● College women’s hockey: Grant MacEwan at RDC, 7 p.m., Arena. ● Men’s basketball: Wells Furniture vs. Sheraton Red Deer, Bulldogs Scrap Metal vs. Monstars, 7:15 and 8:30 p.m., Lindsay Thurber.
Friday ● Curling: Red Deer Oilmen’s Bonspiel, Pidherney Centre. ● College basketball: Concordia at RDC, women at 6 p.m., men to follow. ● WHL: Calgary at Red Deer, 7 p.m., Centrium. ● AJHL: Canmore at Olds, 7:30 p.m. Minor midget AAA hockey: Calgary Blue at Red Deer Aero Equipment, 8 p.m., Arena. ● Heritage junior B hockey: Red Deer at Three Hills, 8 p.m.; Ponoka at Stettler, 8 p.m., Castor. ● Chinook senior hockey: Fort
HAMILTON TIGER-CATS — Signed LB/DB Rico Murray to a contract extension and DL Craig Marshall and RB Tavoy Moore. MONTREAL ALOUETTES — Re-signed LB Marc-Olivier Brouillette to a three-year contract. WINNIPEG BLUE BOMBERS — Signed DB Gabe Loper and LB Kenny Tate. BASEBALL American League BOSTON RED SOX — Agreed to terms with RHP Burke Badenhop on a one-year contract. SEATTLE MARINERS — Agreed to terms with OF Michael Saunders on a one-year contract. Named Rich Donnelly manager, Jaime Navarro pitching coach and Cory Snyder hitting coach of Tacoma (PCL); James Horner manager, Lance Painter pitching coach and Roy Howell hitting coach of Jackson (SL); Eddie Menchaca manager, Andrew Lorraine pitching coach, Max Venable hitting coach and Cory Ritter performance coach of High Desert (Cal); Chris Prieto manager and Taylor Nakamura performance coach of Clinton (MWL); and Dan Wilson minor league catching co-ordinator.
bench after going through drills just before tip-off. He’s been sidelined since tearing his anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee last Jan. 25. Boston led by four at halftime and pushed it to 53-44 on Sullinger’s one-handed flip in the lane five minutes into the third quarter and used a 18-5 run late to open a 71-53 advantage on Sullinger’s putback with 25 seconds left in the quarter. Sullinger’s turnaround, 13-footer gave the Celtics a 73-56 after three. The Celtics won for just the second time in 14 games on a day they shook up their roster a bit more. Earlier Wednesday,
OILERS: Second trade He was sent to Los Angeles in the deal that netted the Toronto Maple Leafs Jonathan Bernier. Scrivens made a good impression on nowOilers coach Dallas Eakins while playing for the AHL’s Toronto Marlies, and MacTavish said Eakins gave the acquisition the “thumbs up.” He was also popular in the Leafs’ locker-room. “Scrivy, he’s a good guy and it doesn’t matter if it’s minus-30, he’ll still be smiling,” said Toronto winger Joffrey Lupul, who also went from Southern California to Edmonton when he was traded from Anaheim for Chris Pronger in July 2006. “It’s certainly a tough move to make. When I first got moved there, I found that I just kind of made my home in Southern California and then I was back off to Edmonton. It’s certainly quite a change of scenery.” The same can be said for Hendricks going from Nashville to Edmonton only a few months after signing a US$7.4-million, four-year deal with the Predators as an unrestricted free agent. Hendricks had two goals and two assists in 44 games and figured a trade was coming based on the way coach Barry Trotz used — or didn’t use — him. “It wasn’t a real great fit from Day One,” Hendricks told Edmonton radio station AM 630. “Looking back at it, there’s a lot of players in the Nashville organization that kind of bring the same traits that I bring.” MacTavish explained the move as a way to improve the struggling Oilers’ competitiveness and leadership. He likened it to the addition of defenceman Andrew Ference, who signed in the summer and was named captain. “I think he’s going to be a really good fit and really raise the competitive level of our group,” MacTavish said of Hendricks. Acquiring Dubnyk, a first-round pick in the 2004 draft, raises the Predators’ goaltending talent as Pekka Rinne remains out with a hip injury.
Saturday
● Curling: Red Deer Oilmen’s Bonspiel, Pidherney Centre. ● Major bantam hockey: Camrose at Red Deer White, 2 p.m., Arena. ● College volleyball: Camrose Augustana at RDC, women at 6 p.m., men to follow. ● WHL: Lethbridge at Red Deer, 7 p.m., Centrium. ● College men’s hockey: Grant MacEwan at RDC, 7:15 p.m., Penhold Regional Multiplex. ● AJHL: Bonnyville at Olds, 7:30 p.m. ● Heritage junior B hockey: Airdrie at Red Deer, 8 p.m., Arena; Mountainview at Three Hills, 8 p.m.
Sunday
● Curling: Red Deer Oilmen’s Bonspiel, Pidherney Centre. ● Major bantam hockey: Rocky Mountain at Red Deer Black, noon, Arena. ● Heritage junior B hockey: Cochrane at Blackfalds, 3:30 p.m.
Football NFL Playoffs Wild-card Playoffs Saturday, Jan. 4 Indianapolis 45, Kansas City 44 New Orleans 26, Philadelphia 24 Sunday, Jan. 5 San Diego 27, Cincinnati 10 San Francisco 23, Green Bay 20 Divisional Playoffs Saturday, Jan. 11 Seattle 23, New Orleans 15 New England 43, Indianpolis 22 Sunday, Jan. 12 San Francisco 23, Carolina 10 Denver 24, San Diego 17
San Francisco at Seattle, 4:30 p.m. Pro Bowl Sunday, Jan. 26 At Honolulu TBD, 5:30 p.m. Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 2 At East Rutherford, N.J. AFC champion vs. NFC champion, 4:30 p.m. NFL Odds (Odds supplied by BETONLINE.ag; favourites in capital letters) Spread O/U Playoffs Sunday New England at DENVER 4.5 55 San Francisco at SEATTLE 3.5 39
Conference Championships Sunday, Jan. 19 New England vs. Denver, 1 p.m.
Tennis Australian Open Thursday At Melbourne Park Melbourne, Australia Purse: $29.72 million (Grand Slam) Surface: Hard-Outdoor Singles Men Second Round Kei Nishikori (16), Japan, def. Dusan Lajovic, Serbia, 6-1, 6-1, 7-6 (3). Women Second Round Zarina Diyas, Kazakhstan, def. Marina Erakovic, New Zealand, 6-4, 6-0. Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (29), Russia, def. Mandy Minella, Luxembourg, 6-2, 6-2. Elina Svitolina, Ukraine, def. Olivia Rogowska, Australia, 6-4, 7-5. Simona Halep (11), Romania, def. Varvara Lep-
Saskatchewan at Bentley, 8:30 p.m.
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Basketball National Basketball Association EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division W L Pct GB Toronto 19 18 .514 — Brooklyn 15 22 .405 4 New York 15 23 .395 4 1/2 Boston 14 26 .350 6 1/2 Philadelphia 13 25 .342 6 1/2 Southeast Division W L Pct GB Miami 27 11 .711 — Atlanta 20 18 .526 7 Washington 18 19 .486 8 1/2 Charlotte 16 24 .400 12 Orlando 10 29 .256 17 1/2 Central Division W L Pct GB Indiana 30 7 .811 — Chicago 18 19 .486 12 Detroit 16 22 .421 14 1/2 Cleveland 14 25 .359 17 Milwaukee 7 31 .184 23 1/2 WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W L Pct GB San Antonio 31 8 .795 — Houston 26 14 .650 5 1/2 Dallas 23 16 .590 8 Memphis 19 19 .500 11 1/2 New Orleans 15 23 .395 15 1/2 Northwest Division W L Pct GB Portland 29 9 .763 — Oklahoma City 28 10 .737 1 Denver 19 18 .514 9 1/2 Minnesota 18 20 .474 11 Utah 13 27 .325 17 Pacific Division W L Pct GB L.A. Clippers 26 13 .667 — Golden State 25 14 .641 1
Phoenix Sacramento L.A. Lakers
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Tuesday’s Games Indiana 116, Sacramento 92 Charlotte 108, New York 98 Memphis 90, Oklahoma City 87 Cleveland 120, L.A. Lakers 118 Wednesday’s Games Chicago 128, Orlando 125,3OT Philadelphia 95, Charlotte 92 Washington 114, Miami 97 Boston 88, Toronto 83 Sacramento 111, Minnesota 108 Memphis 82, Milwaukee 77 Houston 103, New Orleans 100 San Antonio 109, Utah 105 Phoenix 121, L.A. Lakers 114 Portland 108, Cleveland 96 Denver at Golden State, late Dallas at L.A. Clippers, late Thursday’s Games Brooklyn vs. Atlanta at London, England, 1 p.m. New York at Indiana, 5 p.m. Oklahoma City at Houston, 7:30 p.m. Friday’s Games Charlotte at Orlando, 5 p.m. Miami at Philadelphia, 5 p.m. Chicago at Washington, 5 p.m. L.A. Clippers at New York, 5 p.m. Minnesota at Toronto, 5 p.m. L.A. Lakers at Boston, 5:30 p.m. Utah at Detroit, 5:30 p.m. Sacramento at Memphis, 6 p.m. Portland at San Antonio, 6:30 p.m. Dallas at Phoenix, 7 p.m. Cleveland at Denver, 7 p.m. Golden State at Oklahoma City, 7:30 p.m.
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL The Lindsay Thurber Raiders took both ends of a Central Alberta High School Basketball League doublehedaer from the homestanding Sylvan Lake Lakers Tuesday. The Raiders won the girls’ game 83-25 with Kelsey Lalor hitting 18 points and Emma Newton 17. Kaylee Campbell and Taylor Vick had seven points each for the Lakers. In boys’ play the Raiders won 65-55 with Tanner Rehn hitting 26 points. Edmark Mills had 14 points and Bryce Marshall 12 for the Lakers. ● In other boys’ action the Notre Dame Cougars lost for the first time this season, dropping an 891-65 decision to the Wetaskiwin Sabres. Tony Bornyl had 16 points for the Cougars, Jake Dahl 11 and Jose Vizcarra, who is just back from an ankle injury, 10.
MEN’S BASKETBALL Triple Threat edged Triple A Batteries 67-64 in Central Alberta Senior Men’s Basketball Association play Tuesday. Vernon Johnson had 13 points and Dave Misner nine for the winners.
Olds College to host 2015 CCAA curling championships COLLEGE SPORTS Olds College will host the 2015 Canadian Colleges Athletic Association curling championships. Eight men’s and eight women’s teams will compete in a round-robin tournament, March 25-28, at the Olds Curling Club. As the host, the Olds Broncos men’s and women’s teams are guaranteed a spot in the bonspiel, which will be webcast on SportCanada.tv. The CCAA curling championships was revived in 2012 after a 22-yera absence. Since then it’s alternated between Ontario and Alberta. This year’s finals are slated for Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. It’s also been announced that the 2015 men’s volleyball championships will take place in Holland College in Charlottetown, PEI with the women at Edouard-Montpetit in Longueuil, Que. The men’s basketball will be held at Mohawk College in Hamilton, Ont., with the women at Vancouver Island University in Nanaimo, B.C. This year’s men’s volleyball will take place in Moose Jaw, March 5-8 and hosted by Briercrest Bible College. Women’s volleyball is March 5-9 at Seneca College in Toronto. Basketball is March 12-15 with the men at Quest University in Squamish, B.C. on March 12-15 and the women at Champlain College in St. Lambert, Que.
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Humana Challenge far removed from event’s glory days BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS LA QUINTA, Calif. — The perfect weather, mountain views and low scores remain. Little else at the Humana Challenge resembles the event’s glory days. The old Bob Hope Classic was Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack, T-bone steaks and late-night cocktails. The Humana Challenge — actually, the Humana Challenge in partnership with the Clinton Foundation — is corporate executives, carrot sticks and early morning power walks. “Let’s not forget that Bob Hope lived to be 100. He walked every day of his life,” tournament executive director and CEO Bob Marra said Wednesday. “We take the health and well-being mission of the tournament very seriously. We have a Fortune 500 company, Humana, that is dedicated to this. That’s what they do. The Clinton Foundation, the same thing, a worldwide organization that helps people with a big focus on health and well-being. ... We want to make this clearly the healthiest sports event in the world. You have to walk the walk when you say that.” The tournament has done away with the celebrity portion of the pro-am field, though actor Craig T. Nelson, singer Michael Bolton, Arizona Cardinals kicker Jay Feely and Golf Channel’s Holly Sonders are playing as “special guests.” “We feel like it’s more important to have highprofile people — still celebrities in their own right — who are aligned with the tournament philosophy than to have a field of celebrities,” Marra said. “There aren’t many absolute, no-question A-list celebrities who play golf and play to a level where they don’t harm the tournament. A super-hot celebrity who is smacking the ball all over the place and causing a ruckus hurts.” The pro-am players paid from $25,000 to $29,000 to play alongside the professionals for the first three days of the tournament, and six of them will advance to the final round. By eliminating the roughly 20 slots given to celebrities, the event cut expenses and generated more than $500,000. “There was only so much you could do with celebrities,” Marra said. “It was a neat part of the past, but I like it better now.” The regular field also is thin on star power, with Kapalua winner Zach Johnson the top-ranked player at No. 6. No. 14 Brandt Snedeker, No. 20 Webb Simpson and No. 22 Keegan Bradley are the only other top-30 players. Phil Mickelson, the headliner last year, is skipping the event to play in Abu Dhabi. Snedeker tied for 11th two weeks ago in the Tournament of Champions in his first start since injuring his left knee jumping off a Segway scooter in China in early November. “Self-inflicted, stupidity injury,” Snedeker said. “Luckily, it was not very serious. It boiled down a deep bone bruise and a sprain in my ACL and is a hundred per cent healed.” Snedeker will begin play Thursday at La Quinta Country Club in a group with Rickie Fowler. Johnson is paired with Bradley. They also will open at La Quinta before shifting to PGA West for rounds at the Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer private courses.
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Eugenie Bouchard makes a forehand return to Virginie Razzano of France during their second-round match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Wednesday. to do well. “I just try to ignore the outside expectations and pressure and really just focus on what I need to do. At the end of the day, I really need to perform. I can’t really worry about what people say on the outside.” Bouchard had a handful of Aussie fans in matching singlets spelling out “Eugenie” cheering her on. She threw them her towel after the match and had a koala bear doll tossed back as a memento of the evening. She next plays Lauren Davis of the U.S., who beat Germany’s Julia Goerges 7-5, 2-6, 6-4. In men’s doubles, Toronto’s Daniel Nestor and Nenad Zimonjic of Serbia opened with a 6-4, 6-3 defeat of Germans Benjamin Becker and Daniel Brands. The eighth-seeded duo needed just 65 minutes to win with eight aces. In women’s doubles, Sharon Fichman of Toronto and Monica Puig of Puerto Rico dropped a 4-6, 6-4, 7-5 decision in their opening match to Spaniards Garbine Muguruza and Arantxa Parra Santonja.
Matches suspended The scorching weather at the Australian Open finally brought play to a halt on Thursday afternoon when the temperature topped 42 Celsius (108 Fahrenheit) and the Extreme Heat Policy was enforced. Matches on the outer courts were stopped at the end of sets that were in progress when the policy went into effect. Play was not scheduled to restart until 5 p.m. local time.
The retractable roofs at Rod Laver and Hisense arenas were also closed at the completion of the sets in progress, with play to resume afterward on the two show courts. Third-seeded Maria Sharapova was locked in a tough third set against Italian Karin Knapp at Rod Laver Arena when the heat policy was enacted, meaning she had to complete her match in the blazing sun. Temperatures continued to rise and were forecast to reach 44 Celsius (111 Fahrenheit) at Melbourne Park later Thursday. Some players wilted in the heat. American Varvara Lepchenko received medical treatment during the second set of her match against 11th-seeded Romanian Simona Halep, lying flat on her back during a changeover as trainers rubbed ice on her body. “At first I didn’t understand what was going on but then my legs, my arms started to get heavier. I couldn’t focus at one point and started feeling dizzier and dizzier,” she said. She continued but only won one more game in a 4-6, 6-0, 6-1 defeat. “They definitely should have just not started the matches in the first place,” she said. No. 25 Alize Cornet of France sobbed on court after her draining 6-3, 4-6, 6-4 victory over Italian Camila Giorgi, which ended after 2 ½ hours. “I went really further than my limits,” she said in her on-court interview. “It was really hot, that’s why I’m so emotional. “Doing something physical in this heat it’s just unbelievable — Even you guys (in the crowd) sitting in the sun, it must be terrible.”
Bilodeau, Dufour-Lapointe win moguls World Cup gold BY THE CANADIAN PRESS LAKE PLACID, N.Y. — Alex Bilodeau says as long as he’s on his game mentally, he’ll be ready for anything the Sochi Olympics throws at him. The native of Rosemere, Que., and defending Olympic champion won the gold medal Wednesday at the second-last World Cup event before the Sochi Games. It was a great day for Canada overall, as Montreal’s Justine Dufour-Lapointe clawed back from a disappointing qualifying result to win the women’s event. Bilodeau took the men’s final with 25.72 points. Americans Patrick Deneen and Bradley Wilson finished second and third respectively. Mikael Kingsbury of Deux-Montagnes, Que., who led going into the second final, finished six after struggling to stay on course on his last run. Bilodeau has had a string of podium finishes heading into the Olympics, including a win last weekend in Deer Valley, Utah. His World Cup results are considerably more impressive than they were heading into the 2010 Games, though Bilodeau says a lot has changed since he won Canada’s first gold medal in Vancouver. “Every Olympics is unique. I’ve evolved as an athlete and as a person and I’m getting prepared differently,” he said. “The only thing I want to replicate is my mental state on top of that course, knowing I’ve done everything I could to get ready for that day. For the rest, it’s going to be a different course, different quality of snow and bigger challenges with the other athletes competing.” One of those other athletes competing is Kingsbury, who is believed to be one of Bilodeau’s biggest obstacles to defending his gold medal in Sochi. Bilodeau narrowly trailed Kingsbury heading into the second final, and after Bilodeau had what he called a “beatable” final run he feared Kingsbury would eclipse his score. But Kingsbury had an uncharacteristically flawed final run and slipped to sixth. “It was a good win but I know I need to step it up for the super final,” Bilodeau said. “Mikael won’t do
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mistakes like that all the time. He’s a pretty consistent athlete and a great skier.” Bilodeau and Kingsbury are currently first and second in the overall World Cup moguls standings. Bilodeau said the sense of competition between the two has been valuable. “That’s why I think we’re so dominating on the circuit right now,” he said. “It’s amazing to have somebody like that that can push me every time’ve got my skis on.” Dufour-Lapointe put together a score of 23.90 on her final run to take the women’s title. She came back from a distant 15th in qualifying to overtake Americans Heidi Kloser and Hannah Kearney for gold. “That was a pretty big hit for me,” she said of her initial qualifying run. “I was like OK, I did mistakes. So now I just need to focus on the next step and pull out my tiger inside of me and really ski for myself and only myself. “And I just really skied awesomely. I was in my zone and I was controlling everything.” Dufour-Lapointe said she was positive after the bad result, and rebounded to finish third in the first final. “The process is the thing that I’m most proud of, not only the gold medal but the process that I took and worked on with my coaches,” she said. “That was I can just ski faster and go bigger at the jumps, and really have fun and enjoy my time skiing.” In other Canadian results, Montreal’s Maxime Dufour-Lapointe was seventh and Regina’s Andi Naude was eighth. It’s the second-last World Cup moguls event before the Sochi Olymvs pics. The World Cup circuit takes a break following Sunday’s competition at Val Saint-Come, Que.
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MELBOURNE, Australia — Montreal’s Eugenie Bouchard needed seven match points to secure a tough win over Virginie Razzano of France, 6-2, 7-6 (10) on Wednesday to reach the third round of the Australian Open. Vasek Pospisil of Vancouver, seeded 28th, played through severe back pain to claim a 3-6, 7-6 (6), 7-6 (9), 6-1 victory over Australian Matthew Ebden. The Canadian needed treatment three times in the second set and at times looked finished, but the 23-year-old fought on and managed to earn the improbable victory. The back pain has bothered him since the start of the year, forcing him to quit a semifinal in India and pull out of a tournament in Sydney. “It’s been lingering, I had to hang tough. I’m super-thrilled to get through,” said Pospisil, who depended on painkillers to get him to the finish after being told by a physiotherapist that he could go on if he wished. “Midway through the third I was not feeling very good, I took some tablets and 30 minutes later I didn’t feel so much.” The Canadian next plays eighth seed Stanislas Wawrinka after the Swiss beat Alejandro Falla 6-3, 6-3, 6-7 (4-7), 6-4. It will be Pospisil’s first career appearance in the third round of a Grand Slam. Bouchard will play in the third round of a Grand Slam for just the second time after reaching that plateau at Wimbledon last summer. She’s the first Canadian woman to reach the third round at Melbourne since Sonya Jeyaseelan in 2000. The 30th-seeded Bouchard faced a stiff battle against Razzano, who’s ranked No. 100 in the world. The Canadian won the first set in 35 minutes but took nearly 90 minutes to win the second. “It was kind of crazy,” Bouchard said of the second set. “It became just mental and I just had to fight. I’m happy I pulled through in the end. We had some crazy points.” “She played some really good points, too, on my match points,” Bouchard continued. “It was a battle back and forth. I felt overall I didn’t play as well as I know I can. But even if it’s a bit ugly, still fight and try.” Bouchard, 19, is making her main draw debut in Australia after failing to qualify in 2013. She had an early break in the opening set against the Frenchwoman and pulled ahead 5-1. But she lost a break in the seventh game before eventually taking the set on a Razzano double-fault. In the second set, the French player fought off match points and took the set to a tiebreaker. Bouchard finally closed it out with a cross-court winner. Bouchard, who was named The Canadian Press female athlete of the year last month, won with four aces, 25 winners and the same number of unforced errors. “I came into this Slam seeded now for the first time,” Bouchard said. “So, of course, my first few rounds I’m expected to win. I always expect myself
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Slick conditions and heavy winds wreaked havoc for commuters on Wednesday throughout Central Alberta. Rimbey Fire Rescue, RCMP and EMS responded to a singlevehicle rollover into a field just east of the town around 4 a.m. The occupants of the truck, two young men, had walked to a farm house just up the road for shelter when police arrived. They were taken to Rimbey Hospital and Care Centre via ambulance in stable condition with minor injuries and were released by Wednesday afternoon. While the roads were icy and high winds were gusting at the time of the rollover, police are investigating, said Const. Tyler Hagel of Rimbey RCMP. “There was rum, a case of beer inside the vehicle — open alcohol inside the vehicle,” Hagel said. The incident occurred on Township Road 424 and Range Road 20, which had been recently plowed, Hagel said. The field the truck plunged into made for a challenge in getting the truck out, due to deep snow, said Rimbey fire chief John Weisgerber. Rimbey emergency services were called out again, just before noon, to an accident along Hwy 20. With winds roaring at 100 to 120 km/h, a northbound pickup truck hit a sheet of black ice and went into the east ditch. “About three minutes later, the same thing happened. A semi truck, also northbound, was pulled into the ditch and he rear-ended the back of the pickup that was
The author of Red Deer’s centennial history book will speak about the book later this month. Michael Dawe will be the guest speaker at the Red Deer branch of the Alberta Genealogical Society meeting on Jan. 29 at 7 p.m. The meeting is at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 300247th Ave. in Red Deer. Dawe wrote Red Deer: The Memorable City. The book was released last year during Red Deer’s centennial. For more, details call MaryJoan at 403-346-3886.
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At about 11:30 a.m. Wednesday a semi truck collided with a pickup truck in the ditch on Hwy 20 near Rimbey. Rimbey Fire and Rescue, Rimbey EMS and Rimbey RCMP were on scene. Police say the female driver of the pickup was taken to Rimbey Hospital. The semi truck driver was not injured. already there,” Hagel said. Hagel said the truck driver estimates he was going around 50 km/h. One woman, the lone occupant of the pickup, was taken to hospital but is in stable condition. The woman had removed her seatbelt to get her phone after hitting the ditch and then slammed
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Intersection Safety Month starts with story of tragedy BY RENÉE FRANCOEUR ADVOCATE STAFF July 15 is a day Yvonne and Steven Wilson wish had never happened. The Three Hills couple’s 18-year-old son, Jordan, was tragically killed six months ago while doing maintenance work on Hwy 21 near Beiseker. It’s something that didn’t need to happen, said Yvonne, but it did because someone made a bad decision. A semi failed to stop at a stop sign and hit an oncoming car, sending both vehicles into Jordan and his 19- year-old co-worker, whom he pushed out of the way. She survived. “If there’s anyway we can prevent someone else from going
through what we have, what we’re still going through, we want to do that,” Yvonne said. “We want to increase safety awareness among drivers. Driving is a privilege and you need to be responsible.” The couple spoke at a brief media event held at the intersection of Ironside Drive and 40th Avenue in Red Deer on Wednesday afternoon to kick off January as Alberta’s Intersection Safety Month. Last year, one in five traffic fatalities occurred at an intersection in Alberta, according to the Alberta Office of Traffic Safety. In 2012, nearly 35,000 collisions occurred at intersections. Seventy people were killed and almost 8,000 injured from these incidents. It’s not just busy urban intersections that can be dangerous, either, states Alberta Transportation.
About 54 per cent of last year’s fatal intersection-related collisions happened in rural intersections. Putting the spotlight on intersection safety this month is a campaign from the province to educate drivers about the need for utmost caution and attention at all types of intersections. It’s also to encourage drivers to develop good habits, such as leaving ample room between your vehicle and the next and watching for pedestrians as well as traffic signs, changing lights and slippery road conditions. Intersections are one of the four main areas for death and injury on Alberta highways, said Len Wagner, a regional traffic safety consultant.
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CORRECTION There was an error in a column about the City of Red Deer budget in Tuesday’s Advocate. The city still does provide free sand for residents to use on their sidewalks. A sandbox is located outside the Civic Yards at 7721 40th Ave. (across from Olymel), just outside of the giant white tent at the end of the yards on 40th Avenue.
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Yvonne Wilson, centre, who lost her son when a semi ran a stop sign this summer, helped launch January as intersection safety month in Red Deer. She was joined by members of Safe Communities and staff from the city, Alberta Transportation as well as the RCMP.
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Cries spurred septic rescue
Chelsea Cunningham was eating some lunch on Saturday in Maricopa, Arizona when a mother’s screams distracted her and caused her to investigate their source. The 28-year-old from Sundre thought maybe a fight was going on or someone had cut themselves and could use a hand. But those screams were the result of that mother’s two-year-old daughter having fallen through a broken covering into a septic tank, where she spent four minutes nearly drowning before a hot dog vendor who had been working nearby pulled her out. Cunningham then grabbed the tot, discoloured from her lack of oxygen, and performed some 10 minutes of CPR, mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, and first aid on the child. The girl received life -saving efforts, thanks to the visiting Canadian, the hot dog vendor, and another man who helped out — an ex-con only two weeks out of jail. A life was saved, and Cunningham was glad. But she was not able to finish her lunch. “The worst part, after they got her in the ambulance, is I totally tasted it. I’m like ‘Oh, she was in a sewage tank. Didn’t really notice that part before,’” laughed Cunningham over the phone from Arizona. The Central Alberta rancher, singer, and mother of three was called something else on Tuesday — a hero, by the Pinal County sheriff, who presented her and the other two rescuers with Life Saving Awards. While saying she wasn’t sure she deserved the honour, Cunningham did say it was a cool experience to be a part of. In homeschooling her sons, Cunningham does skits and roleplays to teach them many things, including first aid. While she learned CPR herself years ago, Saturday was the first time she had to use it. “You know what the numbers are and you just do them. You look for vitals, you look for breathing and you set her up properly and just get to work,” she said. Cunningham said though it took a while before the child was able to take any breaths, she always believed the child had a chance. “You just keep going. You keep going and it’ll work.
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Safe grad event looking for volunteers BY MYLES FISH ADVOCATE STAFF
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A call is out for volunteers to provide a Safe Grad event for Red Deer’s graduating Catholic students. To keep going, the annual event that allows graduating high schoolers to drink alcohol and socialize in a controlled, supervised environment at the end of their big day, chairperson of the 2014 Blue and Gold Safe Grad committee Darla Henderson said at least 100 parent volunteers are needed. A meeting is being held today to provide more information and sign up parent volunteers.
As part of the long-running tradition in Red Deer, new graduates — minors and those of legal drinking age both — are bused to a secret location after formal grad ceremonies end and party the night away. The events are rationalized as a way to ensure grads do not get out of control or drive drunk. “Our attitude is we know we can’t beat them. Whether we want them to or not, they are going to drink, period,” said Henderson, whose son will graduate in June. “So instead of sticking our heads in the sand and praying for the best, our goal is
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to provide a safe, supervised alternative to unchaperoned house and bush parties.” Planning for what Henderson calls “a well-oiled machine” started in October. The events traditionally feature beer, coolers and non-alcoholic drinks, lots of food, DJs, and perhaps a bonfire, with students paying to attend. Security is provided, medical personnel are on site, and students can only leave on the bus returning to the city in the morning or if a parent signs them out. Henderson said about 250 grads typically attend the event, and plenty of volunteers are needed.
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Fire Captain Cody Steeves checks to see if a truck is clear for towing after the vehicle rolled into the a ditch along Township Road 424 near Range Road 20.
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GRAD: Meeting But she said parents can come to the meeting tonight at 7 p.m. at the Sheraton Hotel simply to ask questions about the evening and to get more information. The events — Henderson said Safe Grads are being organized for both public high schools as well — are not sanctioned by schools or school divisions and advertising cannot be done in local schools. Sponsors and local service clubs typically lend support to the organizers. Dry grad parties are also usually organized by other parents and students. Safe Grad events have been going on in Red Deer since the early 1980s. In 2011, though, one scheduled for Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High School grads was cancelled hours before it was to be held after an Alberta Liquor and Gaming Commission representative notified a parent organizer that liquor inspectors and RCMP members planned to inspect the event that night. Henderson said she is not aware of any similar issue ever hampering a Safe Grad for local Catholic students. She said in an ideal world, graduates would celebrate without alcohol, but she feels it necessary to offer up something safe and controlled like she was able to experience herself decades ago. “They will be safe and that’s what every parent wants,” she said. Safe Grad events are promoted and regulated in Manitoba, and only those grads over 18 are permitted to drink, unlike many Alberta events where underage students are allowed to imbibe. Police do not generally intervene unless a complaint is received. The Blue and Gold Safe Grad event is slated for June 28. Parents interested in helping out or seeking more information can contact Henderson at 403-346-4111. mfish@reddeeradvocate.com
TRAVEL: Wind issue Hagel said the truck driver estimates he was going around 50 km/h. One woman, the lone occupant of the pickup, was taken to hospital but is in stable condition. The woman had removed her seatbelt to get her phone after hitting the ditch and then slammed her head into the dash from the impact of the semi. The truck driver was uninjured. “I work in traffic and collisions and this is one of the very few times that you can actually state this is an accident and not an collision,” Hagel said. Environment Canada issued a
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wind warning for Red Deer and area Wednesday morning and travel around Rimbey on Wednesday was not recommended. “If you’re out in the open, the wind catches. The wind is bringing the temperature down and so you get a polishing affect on the highway surfaces, especially as the highway was plowed down, coupled with the rain we had Tuesday night. That makes a layer of ice that makes cars go like curling rocks,” Hagel said. rfrancoeur@reddeeradvocate.com
RESCUE: In-and-out “We started to get a breath after about three minutes or maybe even less. She took a couple of breaths and then she expelled quite a bit of fluid, so obviously I stopped CPR and got her on her side. “At that point she was able to take a few breaths and then her heartbeat came. We lost the heartbeat again and then got it back. There was some inand-out there a bit,” she said. Cunningham, her husband and sons are roping and spending time in southern Arizona for the first time, their decision to sell their cattle herd in the summer allowing them to spend time away from home this winter. After Arizona, Cunningham is heading to Argentina on an agricultural tour, before returning home to Central Alberta in March. She laughed and said after her exploits this week, she will probably be invited back to spend next winter in Arizona too. mfish@reddeeradvocate.com
ROAD: Blitz “This year we decided to do a media rollout blitz for Intersection Safety Month to try to raise that awareness,” he said. “Intersections are dangerous places because of all the interactions between vehicles and pedestrians so people need to really focus on what they’re doing.” About 88 per cent of collisions in Alberta can be linked directly to driver error, Wagner added. Jordan, who was a first-year student in the general science program at the University of Alberta, dreamed of becoming a doctor because he wanted to save lives, Yvonne said. At the time of his death, he had recently returned from Ecuador where he’d participated in the Help, Learn, Discover Pre-Medical/Science program. “If we can help in carrying on what Jordan wished to do — save lives, even if it’s in a different way, then we owe that to ourselves and to society and I know he would be happy we’re doing that,” Yvonne said. rfrancoeur@reddeeradvocate.com
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Kids’ library card designed In the hopes of attracting young readers, a new children’s library card has been designed. To celebrate Family Literacy Day and the Red Deer Public Library’s Centennial year, a Rainbow Reader campaign is being launched to encourage Red Deer children and their families to use the library. On Jan. 25, two days before Family Literacy Day, the campaign kicks off and will continue throughout the year. The library’s centennial gift to the children of Red Deer is a free, brand new library card featuring the Rainbow Reader. “We want to make getting a library
Planners reject sea can From homes to emergency shelters, a variety of uses have been found for sea cans. But Red Deer’s municipal planning commission has closed the door on long-term storage in residential neighbourhoods. On Wednesday, the commission considered an application by Jordan Hindbo to set up a steel shipping container in the back yard of his West Park home. Bev Glass, the city’s development and licensing supervisor, said Hindbo wanted to use the eight-foot by eight-foot by 20-foot container for storage for 10 years. Although the sea can had been painted to match Hindbo’s house, Glass said her department didn’t feel it was appropriate for a residential area. “The look and feel is just not suited for a residential neighbourhood.” She said Red Deer’s land-use bylaw allows for the temporary use of sea cans in commercial and industrial settings. “We typically only allow them for the purposes of moving and renovating,” said Glass, adding that such approvals are usually for three to six months, but can extend for as long as two years. She said her department had not previously been asked to allow a shipping container on a residential lot. The commission voted unanimously to follow administration’s suggestion that the application be denied.
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TransCanada looking at more rails IF CONTROVERSIAL KEYSTONE XL PIPELINE NOT APPROVED BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS TORONTO — The chief executive of TransCanada said Wednesday if the Obama administration doesn’t approve the controversial Keystone XL pipeline his company will look to the more dangerous alternative of building build rail terminals in Alberta and Oklahoma. President Barack Obama is expected to decide early this year on Keystone XL, which is under review at the State Department. The long-delayed pipeline would carry oil from Canada to the Gulf Coast. TransCanada CEO Russ Girling said pipelines are “by far a safer alternative” to oil trains but said if customers
want him to build rail terminals he will. He said he’s in discussions with oil and rail companies. Concerns have been raised about the increasing use of rail to transport oil throughout North America. A number of recent derailments have worried both officials and residents close to rail lines. In July, 47 people were killed in Lac-Megantic, Quebec, when a train with 72 oil tankers derailed and exploded in the small community. On Dec. 30, an oil train derailed and exploded in North Dakota, causing the evacuation of a nearby town but no injuries. Earlier this month, a train carrying oil and gas exploded in New Brunswick,
700,000 barrels of oil a day from Alberta across six U.S. states to the Texas Gulf Coast. Republicans, and business and labour groups, have long urged the Obama administration to approve the pipeline as a source of much-needed jobs and a step toward North American energy independence. Environmental groups have been pressuring Obama to reject the pipeline, saying it would carry “dirty oil” that contributes to global warming. They also worry about a spill. Girling said opposition has helped delayed the process but said he’s confident Keystone XL will ultimately be approved. Obama’s initial rejection of the pipeline went over badly
also causing evacuations. Girling said they’ll consider building a rail terminal in Hardisty, Alberta where the pipeline would have started. He said he will also consider building an import terminal in Cushing, Oklahoma, site of the biggest U.S. oil storage hub. The southern leg of Keystone XL from Cushing to refineries in the Gulf Coast is set to come online next week. Obama initially refused to issue a permit for part of the entire Keystone XL project amid concerns about its potential impact on a large aquifer in Nebraska. The administration is considering another application, but TransCanada has received clearance for the pipeline’s southern leg. The pipeline would carry
in Canada, which relies on the U.S. for 97 per cent of its energy exports. Canadian Foreign Minister John Baird repeatedly called for a prompt decision on the Keystone XL pipeline during a trip to Washington on Wednesday. “One politician — the president of the United States — can say yes to a great project to create jobs on both sides of the border, help with energy independence and energy security,” Baird told reporters. “Decision time is upon us.” The pipeline is critical to Canada, which needs infrastructure in place to export its growing oil sands production. The northern Alberta region has the world’s third largest oil reserves, with 170 billion barrels of proven reserves.
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Economics influence farming decisions BY HARLEY RICHARDS ADVOCATE BUSINESS EDITOR
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A tailings pond is picture at the Syncrude oilsands facility seen near Fort McMurray. Energy companies have fired back at celebrities “sensational and unfounded” allegations about the industry in recent days.
Energy company CEOs defend oilsands REJECT CRITICISM BY CELEBRITIES BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — Canadians are being misled about the oilsands by critics and celebrities making “sensational” and “unfounded” allegations, the chief executives of two of Canada’s biggest energy companies said Wednesday. “Like a character in a Hollywood movie, oil has been cast as a villain,” Cenovus Energy president and chief executive Brian Ferguson said during a panel discussion at the Canadian Club of Toronto. “In Hollywood, the land of make-believe, everything is black and white, good and evil. It makes for a very compelling story, but the real world does not work that way.” While he didn’t address recent comments by Canadian rock icon Neil Young directly, Ferguson did refer to other celebrities who “have been trash-talking oil,” adding that “when it comes to energy, Hollywood stereotypes are unhelpful and, in many instances, simply dead wrong.” “These accusations are absolutely baseless, yet they make front-page headlines,” said Fer-
guson. “Canadians should be outraged by these accusations.” Young held a pre-concert news conference in Toronto on the weekend in which he attacked the Harper government and Alberta’s oilsands, comparing a Fort McMurray industrial site he’d visited to the atomic-bomb devastation of Hiroshima, Japan. Young said he was “embarrassed” by a Canadian government that was “trading integrity for money” and accused politicians of breaking treaties with the First Nation and plundering natural resources. He reaffirmed his criticism Monday after a spokesman for Prime Minister Stephen Harper shot back that Canada’s natural resources sector was a fundamental part of the economy. Both Ferguson and TransCanada CEO Russ Girling said the oilsands were being developed responsibly, with First Nations not only benefiting from revenue sharing but also from training and jobs. Girling — whose company is still awaiting U.S. government approval to build the US$5.4-billion northern portion of its Keystone XL pipeline years after first ap-
plying for a permit — said projects are being put at risk by delays by allegations based in “fantasy and not reality,” which are putting Canada at risk of being left behind in a competitive global market. “We’ve been through a more than five-year process with Keystone XL and it’s been riddled with misinformation and that misinformation has resulted in a delay that I think has been detrimental to both the environment, the economy and the public interest,” Girling said after the event. “This is about getting the facts out before our world gets turned on us by those that are out ahead of us, creating that misinformation.” He said TransCanada was committed to Keystone, but had had discussions with its customers about putting in rail terminals if the pipeline isn’t built. Canada’s foreign minister John Baird was in Washington on Wednesday, pushing for a prompt decision on Keystone Wednesday. He said that the Obama administration shouldn’t drag out the approval process any longer.
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Oliver touts lumber exports for India BY THE CANADIAN PRESS India is a strong potential growth market for Canadian lumber despite misinformation about wood construction that have limited exports even as they have soared in neighbouring China, Canada’s natural resources minister said Wednesday. “This is the fourth-largest consumer market in the world. For us to ignore that would make no sense and we’re not and we see enormous potential,” Joe Oliver said during a conference call from Mumbai, where he’s on a six-day trade mission. The federal government announced it is investing an additional $600,000 to spur efforts to boost lumber
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From an agronomic point of view, the response to an insect infestation in a field might seem straightforward. But add an economic perspective to the situation, and the preferred course of action could change. Nevin Rosaasen, an Edmonton-based research economist with Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development, described to a Red Deer audience on Wednesday why it’s important for farmers to apply an economic analysis when making decisions. In the case of spraying insecticides, he said, they should calculate the cost of such action, assess the extent of the problem, consider if weather and other factors will increase or limit damage, figure out the likely impact on yields, and take into account the probably price of the harvested crop. Only then, can a good decision be made, said Rosaasen. “Determine your farm’s specific economic threshold using your own costs.” Other factors might include the adverse impact of spraying on beneficial insects, which could hurt nearby fields or future crops. The same diligence should be used when deciding if and when to spray weeds or use fungicides, said Rosaasen, or choosing a crop to seed or the mix and quantity of fertilizer to apply. Higher yields may look good in the hopper, but if the cost of achieving those extra bushels exceeds the resulting revenue, the result is a bad one. Rosaasen noted that many farmers are shortening their crop rotations so they can grow higher-priced canola, he said. But studies have shown that longer rotations produce higher yields. “There’s a yield loss of canola on canola — it’s consistent in all soil zones across Alberta — of a 15 to 20-per-cent yield decrease. “And we also know that canola yields in a threeyear-plus rotation is eight per cent higher than every second year. “You need to look at the long run. Are you going to break disease cycles, decrease the chance of herbicide-resistant weeds?” Even selecting a variety of seed should involve an economic exercise, said Rosaasen. If the highestyielding variety is susceptible to a disease that’s prevalent, greater volumes at harvest could be offset by lower grades. One way to manage fertilizer costs is to time purchases so that they correspond with price drops, said Rosaasen, citing a study that showed how fertilizer costs fluctuate during the year. “Fertilizer prices tended to increase in the months of April, May and June, and were the lowest in October and November.” But he savings associated with buying fertilizer in the late fall are only worth pursuing if they exceed the cost of storage, he pointed out. The key to effective economic planning is good information, said Rosaasen. And that requires detailed records. “That’s the most important hat that you wear as a producer, or an agronomist. Unfortunately, it’s one of the areas where producers are the least responsible.” Among the things farmers can do to maximize the profitability of their operations are to obtain seed tests and seed treatment, and conduct soil tests to determine what nutrients are needed, said Rosaasen. “You can’t manage what you don’t measure. “The importance of soil tests can’t be over-emphasized in this day and age.” Rosaasen, was speaking at Agronomy Update 2014, which took place Tuesday and Wednesday in the city. hrichards@reddeeradvocate.com
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MARKETS CLOSE TORONTO — The Toronto stock market closed with a solid gain Wednesday as a positive forecast on the global economy helped boost oil and metal prices. The S&P/TSX composite index gained 80.2 points to 13,772.58 while the Canadian dollar edged up 0.03 of a cent to 91.37 cents US. The World Bank’s Global Economics Prospects report said global growth is expected to rise from 2.4 per cent in 2013 to 3.2 per cent this year and 3.4 per cent in 2015. Meanwhile, U.S. indexes were
higher after a strong earnings report from Bank of America and a much better than expected reading on manufacturing in the U.S. Northeast. The Empire manufacturing survey beat expectations, rising to 12.5 in January from a revised 2.2 in December. The survey showed significant improvements in balances for new orders, shipments and employee numbers. The Dow Jones industrials jumped 108.08 points to 16,481.94, the Nasdaq advanced 31.86 points to 4,214.88 and the S&P 500 index rose 9.5 points to 1,848.38.
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Bank of America, the secondlargest U.S. bank, earned US$3.44 billion or 29 cents a share in the October-to-December period, up from $732 million a year earlier. The showing beat forecasts by two cents amid a big improvement in loan loss provisions. It shares were up 38 cents to US$17.15. Also supporting markets was a positive read on the economy by the U.S. Federal Reserve. Its latest regional survey, known as the Beige Book, said the American economy expanded at a moderate pace in December and retail sales gained in
lion. India accounted for just 0.15 per cent of Canadian exports for the first 10 months of 2013. China accounted for 32 per cent as of November, while the U.S. led at 53 per cent. “China was very small too 10 years ago and yet the Chinese market was crucial in helping our forestry industry emerge from the recession when residential construction in United States basically collapsed.” He said exponential growth in India fuelled by rising disposable incomes will accelerate demand for all kinds of Canadian products, including lumber, oil and gas, mining products and nuclear power. “There’s nothing at the moment but when it happens we’re looking at an additional market in the billions.” Oliver also said there is growing interest by India in investing in Canada and said the impending election of a new prime minister to replace Manmohan Singh won’t impede the potential “irrespective of who wins.” He said efforts to build Indian lumber imports must be realistic by initially focusing on specialty products like door and window frames and furniture, instead of building construction that has traditionally fallen to other materials. Analyst Paul Quinn of RBC Capital Markets says Indian lumber imports will gradually increase but efforts face transportation and infrastructure challenges to get the material to local markets. Internal dynamics of doing business in India can also be more challenging than China where government involvement can clear roadblocks. Quinn sees Canfor Corp. (TSX:CFP) and West Fraser Timber (TSX:WFT) being the main beneficiaries because of the volumes they already have in the country. Canfor CEO Don Kayne said India holds “tremendous future potential,” adding the federal investment will “expand our reach in this rapidly growing economy.”
Several politicians also criticized Young’s comments Wednesday, saying they were insensitive and misleading. “His comparison of Fort McMurray to Hiroshima is as inaccurate as it is insulting to victims and I think really undercuts his credibility,” Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver, who is in India for a trade mission, said in a conference call from Mumbai. “I just think it’s regrettable that he’s using his fame to advance policies that actually will hurt the very people he claims he wants to help.” Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall called the comparison ignorant of the facts, and, in Ottawa, Federal Justice Minister Peter MacKay said he disagreed with the rock star’s comments, but noted Young was entitled to his opinions. “He can keep on rocking in a free world,” MacKay said. Young and actor-director Robert Redford lead a list of celebrities, such as Daryl Hannah, critical of Keystone and the oilsands. In 2010, Hollywood producerdirector James Cameron criticized the oilsands as a “black eye” and a “deadend paradigm.” Keith Stewart, Greenpeace Canada’s climate and energy campaign co-ordinator, said that when it came to the oilsands debate, the real disagreement wasn’t over what the facts were, but rather which facts mattered. “On the one hand we have the data emphasizing the short-term economic gains from tar sands expansion,” he said. Powered by “On the other hand we the huge costs to our Central Alberta’s climate, water and First career site of choice. Nations communities from pollution, as well as the economic risk Canada is taking by putting all our eggs in the tar sands basket and missing out on the green jobs revolution. I think most Canadians, faced with a choice about what is best for their kids, would rather Woody’s RV World Finance Office has a challenging and we invest in the green rewarding full-time permanent position available immediate energy projects that for a self-motivated, assertive and professional individual. create jobs and make Business management experience is required. The right Canada a leader in fightcandidate will possess a positive attitude, work effectively ing climate change.“
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MARKET HIGHLIGHTS Highlights at close Wednesday: Stocks: S&P/TSX Composite Index — 13,772.58 up 80.20 points TSX Venture Exchange — 975.81 up 11.10 points TSX 60 — 792.52 up 4.53 points Dow — 16,481.94 up 108.08 points S&P 500 — 1,848.38 up 9.50 points Nasdaq — 4,214.88 up 31.86 points Currencies at close: Cdn — 91.37 cents US, up 0.03 of a cent
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December home sales down from November BY THE CANADIAN PRESS Canadian home sales were up from a year ago in December, but slid lower compared with the previous month for the third consecutive time, the Canadian Real Estate Association says. The industry association said Wednesday that the number of sales last month was up 12.9 per cent compared with December 2012, and the national average price was up 10.4 per cent to $389,119. However the December’s sales, through the multiple listing service, were down 1.8 per cent from November, continuing a downward trend that began with CREA’s October report. “Activity has gradually eased back from stronger than expected levels last summer and is now roughly in line with the 10-year monthly average,” CREA president Laura Leyser said. “We’ll likely continue getting mixed signals in the months ahead, with positive year-over-year comparisons for sales masking the recent moderation in the monthly sales trend.” For the full year, there were 457,893 homes sold through the MLS system, up eight-tenths of a per cent from 2012. Economists and policy-makers have been scrutinizing the Canadian housing market for indications of weakness and warning signs of a possible crash. However, BMO senior economist Robert Kavcic said it was hard to find
evidence to suggest anything by a soft landing for the market. “Look for current balanced conditions and somewhat higher interest rates to lead to steady sales this year, with price growth tucked neatly below the rate of income growth,” Kavcic said. TD economist Diana Petramala noted that some of the weakness in December may have been due to the freezing weather. “However, higher mortgage interest rates appear to be taking some steam out of home demand, particularly for first time homebuyers,” Petramala wrote in a report. “Five-year mortgage rates have risen by 70 basis points since May. Going forward, a continued increase in longer term interest rates will offset improving economic conditions, helping to keep home sales stable in 2014 and 2015.” While home sales in December were down compared with November on a national basis, roughly 60 per cent of the local markets across the country saw lower sales. Declines in Calgary, Edmonton and Toronto more than offset gains in Vancouver, the Fraser Valley and St. Catharines, Ont. Meanwhile, the number of newly listed homes fell 4.3 per cent on a month-over-month basis in December. The national sales-to-new listings ratio climbed to 55 per cent in December compared to 53.6 per cent in November.
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most of the 12 Fed districts. The Fed added that there was some weather effect seen in retail sales. The Beige Book also said that the U.S. real estate markets continued to improve, with price increases in seven of 12 Fed districts. The Fed continued to be an overhang on markets as the central bank has started to reduce its bond purchasing program to $75 billion a month, down from $85 billion. But it has also said that further tapering would depend on economic performance, particularly jobs data. Uncertainty about Fed intentions took off again after December jobs data released last Friday came in far below expectations. Corporate earnings were the other big issue for markets as fourthquarter data starts to come in. The S&P 500 rocketed about 30 per cent last year, helped in large measure by Fed stimulus. Investors now want to see if strong earnings and revenue can justify that gain and push stock prices higher. The base metals component was the leading TSX advancer, up 3.7 per cent as the March copper contract added two cents to US$3.35 a pound. Teck Resources (TSX:TCK.B) was $1.03 higher at C$27.32 and Thompson Creek Metals jumped 12 per cent to $3.16, on top of an 18-per cent gain Tuesday in the wake of an upgrade by Bank of America/Merrill Lynch. Rail stocks moved up alongside miners as Canadian National Railways (TSX:CNR) gained $1.44 to $59.73. The tech sector gained 1.48 per cent with Open Text (TSX:OTC) ahead $2.19 to $99.23 while BlackBerry (TSX:BB) climbed 26 cents to $9.36. The gold sector moved into positive territory, up one per cent even as the February bullion contract lost $7.10 to US$1,238.30 an ounce. Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) climbed 29 cents to C$19.78. Osisko Mining Corp. (TSX:OSK)
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1906 — Last British soldiers leave Canada, as Britain turns over control of its naval bases and garrisons to Canada. 1905 — Frank McGee scores 14 goals as the Ottawa Silver 7 beat Dawson City (Yukon) 23-2 for the Stanley Cup. This is the most lopsided playoff game in Stanley Cup history. The Yukon team had walked from Dawson to railhead to be able to play in the tournament.
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India celebrates polio-free milestone ONCE EXPECTED TO BE POLIO’S LAST STAND, INDIA NOW POLIO-FREE FOR THREE YEARS TORONTO — India has been poliofree for three years, an accomplishment that will lead to the formal dropping of the nation from the list of polioendemic countries. The milestone is of major significance both for the country and for the global effort to drive polio from the world. For many years, critics argued stopping polio transmission in the South Asian country was not an achievable goal. High levels of poverty in densely populated cities with poor sanitation created a niche in which the wily virus flourished. Even diehard supporters of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative were at times unclear how to crack that nut. “This was the one that everyone said could never be done,” says Dr. Bruce Aylward, the World Health Organization’s top person for polio eradication. Three countries remain on the endemic list: Pakistan, Afghanistan and Nigeria. Endemic countries are those where circulation of polio has never been halted. In addition, re-ignited transmission in war-torn Syria and Somalia are posing serious difficulties for the eradication program. The current goal for stopping transmission is the end of 2014. Aylward said the fate of that deadline hinges on Pakistan, where fatal attacks on polio campaign workers have occurred in one part of the country and another refuses to allow vaccinators access to its children. In addition to those problems and ongoing transmission within its borders, viruses from Pakistan keep polio alive in Afghanistan, and have been found in Syria, Egypt, Israel and the Palestinian territories, Aylward said. As for India, formal confirmation of the country’s polio-free status will come in late March, when the certification commission for the WHO’s SouthEast Asia Region operation, SEARO,
will meet to review 36 months worth of laboratory data for India dating from the last case, which was diagnosed on Jan. 11, 2011, Aylward said. When India is dropped from the endemic countries list, the entire SEARO region will be polio-free — a development that will mean three-quarters of the world’s population live in regions where polio no longer circulates, said Aylward, who is the WHO’s assistant director-general for polio, emergencies and country collaboration. The WHO is one of four founding partners in the effort to rid the world of polio. In 1988, the WHO, UNICEF, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and the service club Rotary International embarked on the effort with a goal of stopping polio transmission by the turn of the millennium. Later, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation joined the partnership and have made polio eradication its top priority. “It was a very difficult push and I think a lot of people back in those days thought: ’We’re never going to do it,”’ said Dr. Jay Wenger, head of the polio program at the Gates Foundation. “But the fact that India pulled together and galvanized the entire country, really from the government on down, to over two million people every NID (National Immunization Day) that used to go out and vaccinate kids across the country, that huge push really succeeded.” “And I think that the fact that it did really was proof of principle that we can eradicate polio from the world, if we can do it in a place like India.” Wenger, who worked on polio eradication in India from 2002 to 2007, said the campaign there had to think outside the box to overcome significant challenges. When it was determined the threestrain oral vaccine wasn’t working as well as it needed to, a two-strain version was developed. The realization that the children of migrant workers were being missed by vaccination efforts — and were moving the virus
ROTAVIRUS VACCINE BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Newer vaccines against rotavirus, a severe diarrheal disease in children, slightly raise the risk of a rare bowel problem that doomed an earlier vaccine, new studies show. But researchers say the modern vaccines are much safer and well worth this very small risk. Rotavirus kills more than 400,000 young children a year, mostly in poor countries. In the United States, good medical care usually keeps it from being fatal, but it used to cause as many as 1 in 10 hospitaliza-
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An Indian medical volunteer administers polio immunization drops to a child at a railway station in Allahabad, India. India this week marked three years since its last polio case was reported, a major milestone in eradicating the crippling disease. around the country — led to an enormous effort to track migrant populations in the country. “I think it’s an interesting note that the Indian effort to get rid of polio was a big adventure in innovation. The program would look and say ’OK, what is the problem? What are ways to get around it?”’ Wenger said, adding the lessons learned in India are helping other countries combat polio. “The program did many, many things which have sort of opened up new ways to get rid of the virus in other places.” The current goal for stopping transmission is the end of 2014. Aylward said the fate of that deadline hinges on Pakistan, where fatal attacks on polio campaign workers have occurred in one part of the country and another refuses to allow vaccinators access to
tions of young kids. The first rotavirus vaccine came out in 1998 but was withdrawn a year later after it was linked to intussusception, a rare and serious twisted bowel condition. Doctors hoped that two newer versions — Merck’s RotaTeq and GlaxoSmithKline’s Rotarix, which came out in 2006 and 2008 — would avoid that problem. Research in other countries suggests that some risk persists, though. Two large studies out Tuesday are the first to look at this in the U.S. The studies, sponsored by the federal government, are being presented at a health conference and were published online by the New England Journal of Medicine. One, led by Harvard University researchers, looked at nearly 1.4 million doses of either of the
its children. Aylward said the single biggest risk to reaching its year-end goal of stopping transmission is Pakistan. “If Pakistan doesn’t start vaccinating in all affected areas, doesn’t stop shooting vaccinators, it can’t meet the target. You’ve got to be vaccinating.” The ultimate goal of the polio eradication program is to have the world declared polio-free in 2018. That gives the program a little wiggle room at this point. Certification of polio-free status requires three years without a polio case, so if transmission is stopped in 2015, the 2018 deadline can still be reached. “It is a big challenge,” Wenger admitted. “(But) we believe that we’re still on track to be able to make it by 2018.”
new vaccines given to babies in three large health plans. Researchers estimate there would be one to two extra cases of the bowel problem beyond what occurs naturally for every 100,000 recipients of the first dose. (Two or three doses are given, depending on which vaccine is used, starting around 2 months of age). The other study, led by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, involved children in six managed care plans given more than 1.5 million doses of either vaccine. Researchers estimate there would be about five extra cases for every 100,000 kids vaccinated. Both estimates are half or less of the number seen with the older vaccine.
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Members of the rock group Bachman-Turner Overdrive accept the third of their three Juno Awards presented to them in Toronto, Ont., Monday, Mar. 15, 1976. former Guess Who associate Chad Allan. Turner was added soon afterward on bass. Brave Belt put out two records that “kind of went nowhere,” and a third underwhelming effort got the band dropped from its deal with Reprise Records. Randy Bachman shopped that third record around but found a tepid response, initially. After 20-plus refusals, Warner Bros. expressed interest but demanded the band change its moniker to something that capitalized upon Bachman’s name recognition. They switched to Bachman-Turner and picked up “Overdrive” from a “trucker magazine.” Suddenly, they “had this magical thing,” Bachman said, noting having a name easily shortened into an acronym was “really hip” in the era of CSNY and CCR. The newly christened band had a new sound, too, which Bachman calls “lumberjack rock”: “plug in guitars, plug in your amp, and knock down trees. It was not sophisticated rock and roll.” Determined to make it big, BTO spent 330 days of their first year together on the road. “(We) had no hit singles, just sheer force of determination,” Bachman recalled. “And then suddenly the hits started to come, like Let it Ride and Takin’ Care of Business and You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet and Looking Out for No. 1 and Hey You. Suddenly the floodgates were open. Everybody wanted what I was doing. “Suddenly you go from super cold to super hot.” Indeed, the band’s first self-titled album — the Brave Belt record no one wanted — eventually climbed to gold sales. Bachman-Turner Overdrive II
went platinum, as did the chart-topping Not Fragile in 1974, which also spawned the band’s first No. 1 single in Canada with You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet. Not bad for a quartet that Bachman frankly points out didn’t look the part of pinup pop stars. “We couldn’t afford clothes. We wore jeans and T-shirts and flannel shirts. We looked like the boys next door who would take your grandmother’s garbage out to the curb,” he said with a laugh. “We weren’t pretty boys in silver leotards with eye makeup. We were the fat guys next door. We were like Seth Rogen when he started. “We were average guys that would have worked at a gas station. We were blue-collar guys.” And Randy Bachman, for his part, looks back on the band’s achievements with deep — even defiant — pride. “They said it couldn’t be done,” he said. “I did it again. I started another band from the wilderness of Winnipeg out of nothing — untrained musicians, musicians who weren’t in bands before except for Fred Turner, and somehow got to No. 1 album and No. 1 single and sold 20 million records, more than the Guess Who had at the time, in a three-year period span. So it was an unbelievable effort of concentration.” And this time, nothing will stall Bachman-Turner Overdrive’s victory lap. “To go back now and reflect on it and celebrate it, it’ll be fun and an honour for me,” Bachman said. “And for the other guys to come back and smile and give each other a hug and shake hands and go: ’We really did rock the world. We really did.”’
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BRIEF Grown Ups 2 leads Razzies worst-of list with eight nominations LOS ANGELES — Grown Ups 2 is making the most noise at this year’s Golden Raspberry Awards. The silly comedy sequel about four childhood friends starring Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock and David Spade led the Razzie lineup Tuesday with eight nominations, including worst picture, sequel, ensemble, screenplay, lead actor for Sandler, supporting actor for Taylor Lautner, supporting actress for Salma Hayek and director for Dennis Dugan. Sandler is no a stranger to the Razzies, which launched in 1980 as a spoof of Hollywood’s awards season. He won the worst actor trophy last year for the man-child comedy That’s My Boy, and his 2011 cross-dressing comedy Jack and Jill made Razzie history the year before with a record 10 awards, with Sandler winning both the worst actor and actress prizes. This year’s other worst-picture nominees are the Wild West romp The Lone Ranger starring Johnny Depp and Armie Hammer, Tyler Perry’s holiday comedy A Madea Christmas, sci-fi coming-of-age story After Earth starring Will and Jaden Smith, and comedy anthology Movie 43 featuring the likes of 2013 - 2014 Kate Winslet, Richard Gere, Hugh Jackman and Season Lineup Halle Berry. Sylvia by A.R. Gurney After Earth, A Madea Jan. 16 - Feb 1 7:30 pm - 2 pm Jan 19 Christmas and Movie 43 are
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TORONTO — When Bachman-Turner Overdrive thunders into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame at the Juno Awards in March, the honour may well feel overdue. Not because of any reticence on behalf of organizers to fete the flannel-clad masters of hard-chugging rock and roll. More than a decade ago, the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences was ready to induct BTO, but various members were still ensconced in conflicts over who had the rightful claim to the band’s name and which lineup precisely would be ushered in. Such spats now seem a distant memory, and each of the four band members being inducted — the lineup of Randy Bachman, Fred Turner, Blair Thornton and Robin (Robbie) Bachman who created the 1974 hit album Not Fragile — insists that no hard feelings will remain when they’re appropriately beckoned into the Hall in their hometown of Winnipeg. So, what changed? “It took decades, but we all grew up,” Randy Bachman said in a telephone interview. “As in any family, as in any band, as on any team, as in any relationship, there are bound to be . . . differences. And some of the differences are irreconcilable and some of them are really tiny, stupid, little petty things and some of them are big things. But as time goes by and you grow up as an adult . . . you look back at it and go: ‘Wow, the guy was an absolute jerk and guess what? I was a jerk too in my own way.’ “All the little differences that cause a band to break up or one guy to leave . . . looking back at it, you go, oh yeah, he was a jerk, I was a jerk, he was a goof, he was always late, he was a maniac, he spent all his money, whatever. “What in the end matters is, in our own way, we went out . . . for our own little period of time, we became something. A band that other bands wanted to be like.” And for Bachman, this gilding of his band’s legacy seems to carry extra significance. Because he remembers vividly how close the venture veered toward failure. In May 1970, Bachman had somewhat abruptly decided to depart the Guess Who when the rock band was at the peak of its powers, just months after the release of American Woman. He had been suffering gall bladder attacks that had sentenced him to nightly visits to the emergency room, feverish, doubled over in pain and vomiting blood. When he said he couldn’t continue touring, the Guess Who lined up a temporary replacement guitarist and soon after, Bachman decided to leave the band. “Looking back at it, if the Guess Who were in the right state of mind — Burton Cummings and the band — that I was, we would have recognized that ‘Randy has a problem, he’s bleeding to death, he’s in pain, we’re No. 1, let’s take a month off and see what’s wrong, get him fixed and go back on the road,”’ recalled Bachman now. “There never would have been a BTO.” But BTO didn’t emerge immediately. Bachman’s first move was to form — with substantial help from fellow Winnipeg native Neil Young — a country-pop outfit called Brave Belt with his brother Robin and
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FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS, welcome to the Open House & Dance for MELISSA BARKLEY daughter of Melvin & Brenda to DILLON GIST Saturday, January 25, Stettler Community Hall at 8 pm. Toonie bar NOW PLAYING VLT’S AT
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McGOWEN Dale With great sadness the family of Dale McGowen announce his passing December 27, 2013 at the age of 83. He is survived by his daughter, Colleen (Perry) Peterson; grandchildren Natalie
and Crystal Noble, Jason Caldwell and Kelsi McCrindle; sister, Judy (Don) Anderson of Brooks, AB.; cousin Shirley Heintz of Minot, N.D.; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Dale was born in Cabri, SK. He was a hard worker on ranches, trucking and the oilpatch. The job he enjoyed the most was working for the City of Calgary watering trees, allowing him to visit people and pet their dogs. When he retired he moved to Waskasoo Towers and had many friends. Dale enjoyed curling, ball games from the comfort of his recliner; playing pool, crib or sitting by the water with a fishing pole. He loved any kind of a get together with family and friends. There always was joking and laughter. He especially enjoyed Phil’s for breakfast and Black Knight Inn for lunch. He loved how Nancy and Jackie treated us like family instead of customers.
Dale will be missed and remembered as a true gentleman and for his huge kind heart. His celebration of love is Saturday, January 18, from 2 - 4 pm. at 4810-54 St. Red Deer. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the R.D. Hospice Society, 99 Arnot Ave. T4R 3S6.
DAVIS - S.S.M. (NATO), C.D. Murray L. It is with great sadness that the family of Murray Davis announces his passing January 9, 2014. Left to mourn his passing are his loving wife of 56 years, Maureen and his children: sons, John (Carla, children Keith and Ryan), Gary (Nancy, children Amanda, Heather (Byron, great grandsons, Sean and Connor), Andrew (Erin, great granddaughter, Gracie), Mark (Cathy, children Matthew and Megan); daughter, Joanne; daughter-in-law, Marlo, children, Kate and Tyson; three brothers and families; as well as numerous other relatives, friends, former colleagues and customers. He was predeceased by sons, Keith and Lee; granddaughter, Louise; 2 sisters; 1 brother and 1 brother-in- law. Murray was born in Viking, Dec 9, 1933 raised in Kinsella, Alberta until joining the RCAF in 1952. He retired from active service in 1972 moving to Red Deer with his family. He lived and served in several Canadian provinces as well as European countries. Murray had a rich and varied life experience and was always a hard worker. Murray founded AES Industrial Supplies in 1979. He worked tirelessly until his retirement in 1993 leaving the business running in the family. He made many friends and was always willing to lend a hand. He was a long-time member of the Knights of Columbus, Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 35, BPOE, RCAFA. Murray and Maureen enjoyed a life full of travel including a retirement trip to Australia and New Zealand and became snowbirds, going to Arizona for the winters until 2006. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, January 18, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 5508 - 48A Avenue, Red Deer with Reverend Jozef Wroblewski presiding. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Murray’s name to the Red Deer Alzheimer’s Society, Suite 105, 4419 - 50 Avenue Red Deer, AB T4N 3Z5, to the SPCA or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.reddeerfuneralhome.com Arrangements entrusted to RED DEER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM 6150 - 67 Street, Red Deer. Phone (403) 347-3319.
MILGATE Twila Gwenne Twila Gwenne Milgate (age 65) passed away January 12th, 2014 at the Red Deer Regional Hospital, peacefully holding hands with Ken, her husband of 46 years. She is now enjoying her physical freedom at home with her Heavenly Father. Twila was born January 16th, 1948 in Drumheller, Alberta to parents Walter and Joy Bertsch. She spent her early years on the family farm and went to school in Calgary, completing her education with the Canadian Nazarene College in Winnipeg in 1964. Following this, she worked as a bank teller for Alberta Treasury Branch in Calgary and met Ken in August 1966. They were engaged in November of that same year and married March 23, 1967. Twila is survived by her daughter Colleen (Devin), son Kent (Carrie), son Alan (Marcia), nine grandchildren Dustin, Colbin (Jenna), Kellin, Tiara (Damien), Bryton, Talon, Drew, Trey, Charlize, her mother Joy, brother Daryl (Debbie), mother-in-law Evelyn and brother-in-law Ron (Joyce). She was predeceased by her father Walter and father-in-law Gordon. A Memorial Service will be held Monday, January 20th, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at Livingstones Church, 2020 40th Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta, with luncheon immediately following. A visitation for immediate family only will also be held at the Church at 10:30 a.m., with a private internment at 11:30. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, #6, 5015 - 48 Street, Red Deer, AB, T4N 1S9. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.myalternatives.ca.
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Lost FOR MIKEY In Loving Memory of Michael Jean Bérubé Aug. 2, 1982 - Jan. 16, 2008 Mikey I dreamed last night you held my hand, But woke and you weren’t there And as the teardrops filled my eyes, Your presence filled the air, I tried again to reach for you But found you were too far away So I began to cry again Waiting for the day, When I see you again, I know just what I’ll do, I’ll gently grab you by the hand To make my dreams come true Always loved and missed by his mama (Gert) stepdad (Doug), brother Joe (Jamie & Boys), Cardinal families, Berubes Delaney, Rick & boys, his best friends, Amanda, Jan (& family), Mattie, numerous family and friends MacKenzie, Heather Diane 1949 - 1984 30 years have come and gone Since you left us on this day Still missing you at every turn Though just a thought away We’ve lived our lives without you here To guide us along the way And we want you to know that through the years Our love will never fade Love your Family
LOST: Diamond stud earring lost on January 8th in Red Deer. REWARD If found please call 403-347-3470 LOST: MALE CAT - Missing since Christmas Eve on Nivens Street, North Red Deer. White & grey tabby. Overweight, very short tail. If anyone has seen him, please phone 587-876-0769 LOST: Set of keys in South Red Deer. If found, please call 403-506-1322 MISSING from Eastview area between 11 pm and 6 am Wed. Jan. 8/14 8 mo. old Bichon-Shihtzu white w/grey on back, some brown on ears, wearing red harness/halter type collar. Call Joe anytime 403-596-9391 or return to 3728A-47 St. Buying or Selling your home? Check out Homes for Sale in Classifieds
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MCDONALD Velma Marie Dec. 21, 1935 - Jan. 11, 2014 With heavy hearts, full of love, the family of Velma McDonald (Tootie) announces the peaceful passing of our beloved wife, mother, and grandmother at the Bethany Care Centre at the age of 78. Velma fought a long courageous battle with Alzheimer`s disease which she battled with grace and dignity. Velma is survived by her loving husband of 57 years Charles, her children; Colin of Chetwynd, B.C., Valerie (Jim) of Red Deer, Lisa of Lacombe and John (Carrie) of Kelowna. She is also survived by 6 grandchildren, Rylan, Noah, Ashton, Kaelan, Kaeden and Grayden. Velma was predeceased by her parents Fred and Rena Magee; her infant son Ross; and her infant grandson Taylor. Velma also leaves behind 4 brothers and two sisters; Bill, Clifford, Leroy, Melvin, Viola and Marlene. Velma will always be remembered for her kind and generous ways. She was an avid baker and cook. She loved being a grandmother and held a very special place in her heart for all of her grandchildren. A memorial service is planned for in the spring. Donations may be made in Velma’s name of the Red Deer Alzheimer’s Society, Suite # 105, 4419 50 Ave. Red Deer, Alberta T4N 3Z5 or a charity of the donor`s choice.
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ARAMARK at (Dow Prentiss Plant) about 20-25 minutes out of Red Deer needs hardworking, reliable, honest person w/drivers license, to work 40/hrs. per week w/some weekends, daytime hrs. $14/hr. Fax resume w/ref’s to 403-885-7006 Attn: Val Black Celebrate your life with a Classified ANNOUNCEMENT
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CUSTOMER SERVICES POSITION AVAILABLE. Class 1 Operators Looking for highly motivated to haul clean fluids for the professional individual Oil & Gas Industry. Home looking to enter the every night, company investment property industry. benefits with exceptional Successful Applicant will pay structure. Must be able have good computer, phone to work on their own with & people skills. Willing to minimal supervision. train the right person. Compensation based on Please email applications experience. Fax resume to: info@hpman.ca w/all tickets and current Only those selected for an drivers abstract to: interview will be contacted. 403-346-3112 or email to: Thank you. roger@fluidexperts.com
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Red Deer company requires a full time office person with a high level of accounting. Person will be required to complete general office tasks, completion of month ends, year ends, bank reconciliation, lease management and billings, payroll and payables. Competitive wages & benefits plan. Respond with cover letter, resume and references to: Box 231F c/o Red Deer Advocate 2950 Bremner Ave., Red Deer, AB T4M 1M9
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Bearspaw currently has a position in our Stettler field operations for an intermediate oil and gas operator. Applicants must have experience as a heavy duty mechanic or journeyman instrument mechanic and possess strong mechanical skills, be quick learners, motivated and hard working and live or be willing to relocate within a 20 minute commute to workplace location. This position offers a challenging work environment, attractive benefits with competitive pay and significant room for promotion. Please submit resumes Attn: Human Resources email:kwolokoff@ bearspawpet.com Fax 403-252-9719 Mail: Suite 5309 333 96 Ave. NE Calgary, AB T3K 0S3
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WELLHEAD ISOLATION SERVICE TECHNICIANS AND TRAINEES ISOLATION Equipment Services Inc., an expanding Oil Service & Supply Company is seeking quality
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in their residential centres in Red Deer and area. Experience with troubled youth an asset. Driver’s license and minimum Grade 12 required. Must be able to attend some week days of company training, as well as provide a recent criminal record check, child intervention check and drivers abstract. Wage is $15.75 - 17.93/hr. Please submit resumes to: Heritage Family Services Human Resources 300 4825 47 St Red Deer AB T4N 1R3 Fax 403-343-9293 Email donna@ heritagefamilyservices.com For more info call 403-343-3422
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1693338 Alberta LTD F/T PAINTERS o/a Portable iMassagers Exp. Req’d. One of Hiring Retail Sales Manager Alberta’s largest painting The RV and Marine companies At Parkland Mall, 4747 with offices in 67th St, Red Deer, AB T4N season is fast approaching Edmonton & Calgary is and we are looking for FRONT DESK CLERK 6H3 F/Time, Perm, Shifts, now hiring for * Answer phone calls Weekends Salary - $24.00 some new lifestyle specialists Red Deer. to help us grow * Take reservations hourly. Skills requirements: Email: drew@ If you are a proven sales * Check in/out Guests Experience 2-3 years, calibregroup.ca professional or even * Balance cash out good English. Education: Company website: someone who knows and & Attend to guest needs Secondary school. Main www.calibrecoatings.ab.ca loves dealing with people $ 14.00/hr duties: Plan, direct and HOUSEKEEPING ROOM evaluate the operations of we would love to hear from Looking for a new pet? you. Campers, Boaters, ATTENDANT retail sales rder and receivCheck out Classifieds to Fishermen, Hunters and all * Clean and vacuum rooms ing goods. Responsible for find the purrfect pet. around outdoor people public areas pool etc. customer refunds and exalways welcome! * Replenish amenities, changes.Resolve customer Are you looking to potentially Central Alberta’s Largest linens & towels complaints Determine make $80k+ income, Car Lot in Classifieds * Adhere to Holiday Inn staffing requirements Work in a great team safety standards Hire or oversee hiring of environment? Excellent $ 14.00/hr staff. Company’s business GOODMEN All positions are address: 45 Boyce Street, benefit package and winter holidays? If so… ROOFING LTD. Shift Work & weekends Red Deer AB T4R 1P2 please apply in confidence Requires Fax resume E-mail: Reachiesales to: Stormin Norman 780 - 702-5051 @gmail.com Phone: 403-347-3300 SLOPED ROOFERS JJAM Management (1987) LABOURERS ELEMENTS is looking 5 Ltd., o/a Tim Horton’s & FLAT ROOFERS Beauty Treatment Operators. Requires to work at these Selling seasonal gift Red Deer, AB locations: Valid Driver’s Licence packages & personal care Trades 5111 22 St. preferred. Fax or email products in Parkland 37444 HWY 2 S info@goodmenroofing.ca Mall-4747 67th St Red 37543 HWY 2N or (403)341-6722 Deer, $14.55/Hr. Plus 700 3020 22 St. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! bonus & commission, F/T, Food Service Supervisor 8 Beauty certification req’d IMMEDIATE F/T POSITION Vacancies, 1-2 yrs. exp. email resumes: For Year Round Work. req’d. P/T & F.T. SHIFT elementsreddeerbto@ JOURNEYMAN WORK, $9.95 - $13.50/hr. gmail.com Apply in person or fax PICKER OPERATOR resume to: 403-314-1303 ELEMENTS is looking for In Sundre, AB. 5 retail sales reps. selling Competitive wages, Something for Everyone season gift packages and guarantee for right applicant. Busy road construction Everyday in Classifieds personal care products in Benefits. Must have company req’s 1 st. or 2nd Parkland Mall, 4747 67 St. yr. apprentice heavy duty Journeyman Ticket. JJAM Management (1987) Red Deer. $12.10 hr. + Accommodations available. mechanic for shop. Fax Ltd., o/a Tim Horton’s bonus & comm. FT. No Please sent resume to: resume to 403-309-0489 Requires to work at these exp. req`d. Please email mross@calmena.com Red Deer, AB locations: elementsreddeer@gmail.com CARPET COLOUR 5111 22 St. REQUIRED: CENTRE 37444 HWY 2 S SOAP Stories is seeking 5 CARPENTER/DRYWALLER is currently looking for 37543 HWY 2N F/T Beauty Treatment O/P, for restoration company. EXP’D. TILE INSTALLER 700 3020 22 St. selling soap & bath Applicant must have ability This is a F/T position. Must Food Counter Attendant products $14.55/hr. + to lay out tiles, be familiar have a valid drivers license. 8 Vacancies P/T & F.T. bonus & comm. Beauty Duties: Carpentry, drywall, with setting materials and SHIFT WORK, $9.95 cert. req’d. Location painting & finishing work. products. This is a F/T $10.98/hr. Apply in person Parkland Mall - 4747 67th Fax or email resume to position with a wage of $20 or fax resume to: 403-314-1303 St. Red Deer. email -$25/hr. depending on exp. 403-347-4037 or crr@telus.net premierjobrdbto@ or contact Al @ 403-347-4001 Submit resume attn: RAMADA INN & SUITES gmail.com Andrew: awiebe@ req’s. F/T MAINTENANCE SHUNDA carpetcolourcentre.com PERSON... Experience SOAP Stories is seeking 5 CONSTRUCTION or drop off at preferred. Pool operation retail sales reps. Selling Requires Carpet Colour Centre an asset. On call rotation. soap & bath products. Site Superintendents 1100, 5001-19 St. Red Bonuses, Drop off resume $12.10 hr + bonus & comDeer, Ab. T4R 3R1 & Foremen to 6853 - 66 St. Red Deer mission. Ft No exp. req`d. For Alberta sites. or fax 403-342-4433 Parkland Mall 4747 67 St. Experienced Siders or email: Red Deer. email resume to Email resume to: Needed Call 403-588-3210 info@ramadareddeer.com premierjobrd@gmail.com admin@shunda.ca
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$14.00/HR. To prepare and cook all food up to standard, clean kitchen and maintain hygiene follow recipes, assist in receiving and storing
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STAFF ACCOUNTANT required by Red Deer CA firm focused on the accounting, advisory and tax planning needs of small businesses. Office uses Caseware, Jazz-it and Taxprep. The ideal candidate will have accounting experience and above average accounting aptitude. See our online ad for more details. Email resume and cover letter to ian.alexander@ swainsonalexander.ca
$12.25/hr. To provide Food & Beverage service, handle cashiering, arrange and setup the outlet. maintain cleanliness and hygiene.
We are seeking an independent Corporate Administrator to provide high-level administrative support to Bilton’s executive team. The incumbent will be extremely proactive with a professional, courteous and approachable demeanor in all interactions; possess superior interpersonal relations skills will all levels of staff, customers and vendors; and be able to use sound judgment and discretion. The Corporate Administrator will have a thorough understanding of overall business organization, including management and operating structures, and the importance of policies and procedures. This position is based out of our Innisfail, Alberta office.
Journeyman Millwright OLYMEL, RED DEER PLANT Key Responsibilities • Ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks assigned. • Communicate with other departments when necessary and provides feedback when needed. • Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports. • Experience in a plant/manufacturing environment - an asset. • Must be able to work in a fast paced, team environment. • Must be available for shift work • Must be willing to learn new technology. Qualifications and Experience • Journeyman or Red Seal Certification. • Physically fit; ability to perform the tasks attached to the position. • Available to work various shift schedules according to production needs. • Ability to read, write and communicate in English. HOW TO APPLY: Please submit your resume to Wale Adeyinka at apply@olymel.com
F/T EXP. LINE COOKS NEEDED Cooks start at $15./hr. and up. Also bonuses based on food costs. Must be willing to work varying shifts and weekends. Must have reliable transportation. Apply in person to Sandy at Glenn’s Restaurant on Gasoline Alley or phone for an app’t. 403-346-5448. 353948A21
Job Requirements; As the ideal candidate you will possess: • Minimum 3 years previous experience in a related role • Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite • Strong initiative and proactive approach to daily tasks • Self-starter, capable of working independently with minimal supervision • Problem solving and decision making skills
Please fax resume to 403-227-7796, or email to hr@bilton.ca
CASUAL/RELIEF STAFF
BOULEVARD Restaurant & Lounge Gasoline Alley Red Deer County Food & Beverage Server
We currently have career opportunities for a professional;
Career development, growth and unlimited possibilities – you’ll find it here! We offer comptitive wage & benefits packages. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
is accepting resumes for
Restaurant/ Hotel
Bilton Welding and Manufacturing Ltd. designs, engineers and manufactures custom energy equipment. Since 1992, Bilton has worked with engineering firms and oil and natural gas producers around the globe to develop their own equipment standards for size, capacity and any number of technical specifications. We operate seven manufacturing facilities in Innisfail, Alberta and employ over 175 people.
Sales & Distributors
810
EYEWEAR LIQUIDATORS
Mustang Well Services Ltd.
NOW HIRING
must have all necessary valid tickets for the position being applied for. Bearspaw offers a very competitive salary and benefits package along with a steady work schedule. Please submit resumes: Attn: Human Resources Email: hr@bearspawpet.com Fax: (403) 258-3197 or Mail to: Suite 5309, 333-96 Ave. NE Calgary, AB T3K 0S3
Professionals
We would like to thank all those candidates who apply, however only qualified personnel will be contacted.
Well Testing Personnel Experienced Supervisors & Operators Must have valid applicable tickets Email: lstouffer@ testalta.com
Locally based, home every night! Qualified applicants
CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS
Please specify position when replying to this ad.
GT CHANDLER CONTRACTING Has Openings for BOILER OPERATORS Please email resume to: info@gtchandler.com or fax to: 403-886-2223
SERVICE RIG
Bearspaw Petroleum Ltd is seeking exp’d FLOORHANDS & DERRICK HANDS
820
353004A23
1ST RATE ENERGY SERVICES INC., a growing Production Testing company, based out of Sylvan Lake, is currently accepting resumes for the following positions:
Restaurant/ Hotel
353001A23
800
344346A4-15
Oilfield
830
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS RED DEER
Is seeking FRONT DESK CLERK * Answer phone calls * Take reservations * Check in/out Guests Balance cash out & Attend to guest needs $14.00/hr. HOUSEKEEPING ROOM ATTENDANT * Clean and vacuum rooms, public areas, pool etc. Replenish amenities, linens & towels * Adhere to Holiday Inn safety stardands $14.00/hr. All positions are Shift work & weekends Fax Resume to: 780-702-5051
Sales Associate/Office Position The successful candidate will have a positive outlook, good organization and computer skills, possess excellent phone and customer service, have the ability to multi-task in a team based atmosphere, jewellery knowledge an asset. To join our team, submit resumé to: 4910 - 45 Street, Red Deer 353041A10-23
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
LUAU Investments Ltd. (o/a Tim Hortons) Food Counter Attendant FT and PT positions available for day, night, evening and weekend shifts. $9.95 to $11.25 per hour depending on experience/availability. Apply in person at any of these locations 4217 - 50 Ave 6721 - 50 Ave 7111 - 50 Ave 62 Carleton Ave or email timhire@telus.net
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Oilfield
RED DEER ADVOCATE Thursday, Jan. 16, 2014 D3
850
880
Misc. Help
SHUNDA CONSTRUCTION Requires Full Time
Carpenters
Competitive Wages & Benefits. Fax resumes & ref’s to: 403-343-1248 or email to: admin@shunda.ca
TOPLINE OILFIELD HAULING
is a busy & growing oilfield trucking company looking for
EXPERIENCED H.D MECHANIC
Must have Cummins knowledge. Successful candidates will receive top wages & benefits. Please forward all resumes to: topline@telus.net
ADULT or YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED For delivery of Flyers, Express and Sunday Life
ADULT CARRIERS NEEDED For delivery of the morning ADVOCATE in Red Deer, by 6:30 a.m. 6 days/wk
ONLY 4 DAYS A WEEK
With Residential roughin exp. Competitive wages & benefits. Fax resume to: 403-314-5599
ROSEDALE AREA Reichley St., Reinholt Ave., Robinson Cres. Area 106 Papers $568/mo.
Jepsen Cres. & Jordan Pkway
Call Jamie 403-314-4306 for more information
44, 45 & 46 Ave.
Waskasoo
Mustang Acres
Truckers/ Drivers
860
63 Ave. & 69 St.
(Reliable vehicle needed.)
ANDERS AREA
INGLEWOOD AREA MORRISROE AREA
SUNNYBROOK AREA VANIER AREA
A Divison of CORDY ENVIRONMENTAL
EXPERIENCED
Vacuum & Water Truck operators req’d. to start immed. $450/per day CLASS 1 or 3 WITH Q All oilfield safety tickets req’d. Clean drivers abstract. Must comply with drug and alcohol policy. References Req’d. Exc. salary & benefits. Fax resume to: 403-742-5376 doug.reinhart@cordy.ca
Call Prodie: 403-314-4301 for more info
ADULT or YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED For delivery of Flyers, Express and Sunday Life ONLY 4 DAYS A WEEK
in
CLEARVIEW AREA Cameron Cres. & Conners Cres. $146/mo. Central AB based trucking company requires
Owner Operators & Company Drivers in AB. Home the odd night. Weekends off. Late model tractor pref. 403-586-4558
CLASS 3 DRIVERS w/airbrake endorsement needed immed. for waste & recycling. Email resume to canpak@xplornet.ca or call 403-341-9300 F/T TRUCK drivers req’d. Minimum Class 5 with air and clean abstract. Exp. preferred. In person to Key Towing 4083-78 St. Cres. Red Deer. LOGGING Truck Drivers Wanted. Sundre, Alberta. Must have a Class 1 license with airbrakes, and off road experience. Commission based wages (approx. $33-$35/hour, plus benefits). Call Darcy at 403-638-6047 MEGA CRANES is looking for a ticketed crane and boom truck operator. Must have Class 1. Good wages, benefits, 10% holiday pay, RRSP’s, and most evenings and weekends off. Fax resume to 885-4269 or email cathy@megacranes.com RONCO OILFIELD HAULING Sylvan Lake. Openings for Picker operator, bed truck drivers and winch tractor. Top wages and benefits. Email resume tom@ roncooilfield.ca or fax. 403-887-4892
Misc. Help
880
ACADEMIC Express ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING
WINTER START GED PREPARATION Feb. 10 START
CLEARVIEW RIDGE AREA Crossley St., Cooper Cl., Carter Cl., Connaught Cres. & Cody Pl. $190/mo. MICHENER AREA East of 40th Ave., 51 St., 50A St., Michener Cres., Green, etc. to Michener Ave. & Blvd. $282/mo. ROSEDALE AREA Rowell Cl. & Ritson Cl. $87/mo. ALSO West half of Robinson Cres, Rich Cl., & Ryan Cl. Area. $84/mo. TIMBERLANDS AREA Turner Cres., Timothy Dr., Towers Cl., Tobin Gt. $113/mo. ALSO Timberstone Way, Talson Place, Thomas Place, Trimble Cl., Traptow Cl. & Thompson Cres. $307/mo.
403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca Tired of Standing? Find something to sit on in Classifieds
Call Jamie 403-314-4306
Call Joanne 403-314-4308 info
Classifieds...costs so little Saves you so much!
DSM INC.
looking for laborers, in the Innisfail area. Salary is $15.00/hr. Fax resume to: 403-314-0676. Looking for a place to live? Take a tour through the CLASSIFIEDS
To deliver 1 day a week in BOWDEN Please call Debbie at 403-314-4307 SWAMPERS F/T needed immediately for a fast growing waste & recycling company. Heavy lifting involved (driver’s helper) position. Reliability essential. Own transportation required. Please email resumes to canpak@xplornet.ca WELCOME HOME FOR HOMELESS PROJECT in Red Deer is seeking a
Successful candidate may have a degree or diploma or other suitable work experience in volunteer management. The duties of this position include: BOWER AREA • Assist in the implementation of the program, including the planning WESTPARK AREA and coordination of its various activities. Delivery is 4 times • Assist in the maintenance per week, no collecting. of volunteers who are matched with individuals who are newly housed. Perfect for anyone • Participate in the devellooking to make opment and implementation some extra $. of training and support for the volunteers. • Inform and consult with Please reply by email: Oversight Committee at qmacaulay their monthly meetings. @reddeeradvocate.com • Collaborate with CAPRA, Housing First, Everyone’s or phone Quitcy at Home and other Red 403-314-4316 Deer Housing Team initiatives. Job Description provided on request to: lindaervin @sunnybrookunited.org. Send your resume to: Rev. Linda Ervin 12 Stanton St. FUSION PRODUCTION Red Deer, AB, T4N 0B8 SYSTEMS INC., Deadline for applications a growing, well-established is January 31, 2014. fabrication facility in Red Deer is hiring for the position of Employment
Currently seeking reliable newspaper carrier for the
EXPERIENCED MATERIAL HANDLING SUPERVISOR
THE POSITION WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR: • Warehouse Management • Process received material (unload, verification, Computations entry) • Working with Quality Control & ensure allocation of materials • Knowledge of pipe, flange, fittings and steel plates • Initial receiving of product to our location • Maintenance of shipping and receiving of Raw Material • Product movement to the designated departments • Staging job specific material for timely distribution • Administering daily equipment checks and maintenance reviews • Prepare any documentation pertaining to product • Prepare shipping document Fusion offers a competitive salary, benefits plan and an opportunity to utilize your skills in a challenging and rewarding environment. If you are a proven Team Player with experience and initiative, please forward your resume along your salary expectation and availability date to Fax 403-347-7867. Start your career! See Help Wanted
Household Appliances
1710
FRYING Pan, electric, 12” Black & Decker. New still in box. $20. 403-309-7787 MICROWAVE, Kenmore 3 yrs. old, white. $75. 403-742-4827 WATER Dispenser, electric, 2 yrs. old. $50. 403-742-4827
Household
1720
Part Time Coordinator Furnishings of Volunteers.
900
Training
SAFETY
TRAINING CENTRE OILFIELD TICKETS
Industries #1 Choice!
“Low Cost” Quality Training
403.341.4544
24 Hours Toll Free 1.888.533.4544
R H2S Alive (ENFORM) R First Aid/CPR R Confined Space R WHMIS & TDG R Ground Disturbance R (ENFORM) D&C B.O.P. R D&C (LEL) #204, 7819 - 50 Ave. (across from Totem) (across from Rona North)
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stuff CLASSIFICATIONS 1500-1990
EquipmentHeavy
1630
TRAILERS for sale or rent Job site, office, well site or storage. Skidded or wheeled. Call 347-7721.
Misc. Help
880
CARRIERS NEEDED
FOR FLYERS, RED DEER SUNDAY LIFE & EXPRESS ROUTES IN:
Addinnell Close / Allan St. Abbott Close / Anders St. Anders Close
RECLINER, swivel, dark brown, like new. $75. 403-346-0767 SEARSOPEDIC Comfort Plus dbl. bed, mattress, box spring and frame, clean, no stains, $200 403-352-8811
GOLDEN DOODLES and LABRADOODLES, silvers and chocolate. Delivered to Alberta. Text 306-521-1371 or call 306-792-2113 www.furtettishfarm.ca MAREMMA puppies 7 M, 2 F, 403-392-7481 SILVER Lab pups P.B. Parents CKC reg. vet checked, 1st & 2nd shots. 3 F, 1 M. $500 403-843-6564, 785-5772
Sporting Goods
1860
GAMEBOY COLOUR w/4 games & printer. $80 obo. 403-782-3847 HOUSE STEREO w/19” LCD TV Audio/Video Receiver, CD Player & DVD player. $140. 403-782-3847 HOUSE STEREO w/surround sound, $140. 403-782-3847
Misc. for Sale
1760
“Baby Bullet” food processor. Mint condition. Includes all attachments & instructional manual. $35. Call (403) 342-7908. 2 MATCHING suitcases like new $25; antique oak student chair $75; Kenmore microwave oven, 1200w, $30; 3 wool accent matching carpets, clean, will sell seperate, $50, David Winters collectors house in original box $25 403-352-8811 B & D 109 pc. drill/driver kit set $25; 148 pc. B & D drill piece home tool kit $30 403-887-4981 COMFORTERS, queen & king. (2) - $30. queen, $40. king. 403-346-2070 DIE cast models, cars, truck, and motorcycles, fairies, dragons and biker gifts. #14 6350-67 St. east end of Cash Casino NEW CCM mens size 10 skates and pants, Jofa knee pads 16”; $80, 12V 3000 lb. remote control winch $80; brand new B & D cordless drill, saw and flashlight $80 403-887-4981 POTTERY soup set w/urn and ladle, 4 bowls, casserole dish, salad bowl w/4 plates, like new $100; Canon K920 copier w/metal stand exc. cond. $65 403-352-8811
Hpman.ca MODERN & TRENDY 3 BDRM. HOME
Boasting 2.5 Baths, designer colors & finishings, 6 appls & assigned parking. Be the first to live here!! This property will not last! Just $1695/month! Hurry and call Tina at 403-896-8552 while it lasts.
Hpman.ca
SYLVAN LAKE, private 1 bdrm. bsmt., $550.; or 2 bdrm. $1200. Both fully furn. dishes, linen, cable & utils. incl’d. 403-880-0210
3030
Travel Packages
1900
TRAVEL ALBERTA Alberta offers SOMETHING for everyone. Make your travel plans now.
WANTED
1730
You have to see to believe. 4 Bdrm, 3 baths w/double attached garage in the NEW part of West Park. High-end Luxury home at a great rate of $2100/month. Call Lucie at 403-396-9554 if you would like to know more.
2 PERSON ice fishing tent $59, some accessories Condos/ avail, Polyethalene sled for Townhouses hauling supplies over ice or snow, 62” x 22” x 5”d 32 HOLMES ST. $63 403-342-7460 1 1/2 blocks west of mall, 3 bdrm. bi-level, blinds, lg. SKIS, Tyrolia with poles balcony, 4 appls, no pets, and size 10 boots. $75. n/s, rent $1245 SD $1000 403-346-2070 Avail. Feb. 1st. 403-304-7576 or 347-7545
Antiques, furniture and estates. 342-2514
Stereos TV's, VCRs
3020
AGRICULTURAL
CLASSIFICATIONS 2000-2290
Farm Equipment
2010
7’ BLADE $325 403-784-2276 Something for Everyone Everyday in Classifieds
Horses
2140
WANTED: all types of horses. Processing locally in Lacombe weekly. 403-651-5912
Grain, Feed Hay
2190
LACOMBE COUNTRY FEED STORE, Come see us at: 4836 45A St. Lacombe, Ab Pet Food, Horse, Poultry ALL THE FEED YOUR ANIMALS NEED! 403-782-3333 TIMOTHY & Brome square bales, great for horses, approx. 60 lbs. put up dry and covered, $5/bale Sylvan area. 403-887-2798
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rentals
1830
LACOMBE, 1 BDRM. apt. avail. Feb 1, power, heat, water pd. Rent $735. dd same. N/S, no pets, no children. 403-782-2681 LARGE, 1 & 2 BDRM. SUITES. 25+, adults only n/s, no pets 403-346-7111
MORRISROE MANOR
1 & 2 bdrm., Avail. immed. Adult bldg. N/S No pets 403-755-9852
NOW RENTING 1 & 2 BDRM. APT’S. 2936 50th AVE. Red Deer Newer bldg. secure entry w/onsite manager, 5 appls., incl. heat & hot water, washer/dryer hookup, infloor heating, a/c., car plug ins & balconies. Call 403-343-7955 PENHOLD 1 bdrm., incl. heat/water, 4 appls. $725 avail. immed., 403-348-6594
3080
SOUTHWOOD PARK 3110-47TH Avenue, 2 & 3 bdrm. townhouses, generously sized, 1 1/2 baths, fenced yards, full bsmts. 403-347-7473, Sorry no pets. www.greatapartments.ca
Riverfront Estates
Deluxe 3 bdrm. 1 1/2 bath, bi-level townhouse, 5 appls, blinds, large balcony, no pets, n/s, $11195 or $1220 along the river. SD $1000. Avail. Jan. 15 403-304-7576 347-7545
Rooms For Rent
3090
2 ROOMS $550./mo. Call 403-352-7417 FURN. room, all utils. and cable incld, $450/mo. 403-506-3277 ROOM, Avail. immed. $600. + dd 403-505-4777
Warehouse Space
3140
3050
BAY FOR RENT, 1800 sq. ft., drive through bay in heavy industrial area. 780-305-4688
3 bdrm., 1-1/2 bath, $1175. rent, s.d. $650, incl water sewer and garbage. Avail. Feb 1. 403-304-5337
You can sell your guitar for a song... or put it in CLASSIFIEDS and we’ll sell it for you!
Suites
1950 SQ. FT. walk out duplex w/off street parking, Cats 3 bdrm., 3 bull baths, 6 appls., great location. No 2 FRIENDLY 5 mo. old M. pets, N/S, $1675. rent/SD ORANGE KITTENS., Avail. Feb. 1. 403-318-5465. Litter trained. Desperately 2 BDRM. main floor of need loving homes. FREE. House. Newly reno’d. Will have neutered for free. 403-872-2472 403-782-3130 3 BDRM. in Sylvan. 4 appls., fenced yard. No pets. All utils. incl. 403-347-6033 Dogs 3 FLR, 3 Bdrm house w/3 bath, new paint & carpets 3 BORDER Collie pups, 1 & deck at 7316-59 Ave. F, 2 M, from working Avail. to over 30 tenants. parents $250/ea. No pets. Off street parking 403-749-2157 for 3 vehicles. Rent $1500, GOLDENDOODLES! D.D. $1500. 403-341-4627 Local breeder, breeding for MOUNTVIEW 8 years. Black and Silver Medium doodles available. 3 bdrm. house, main floor, 5 appls., fenced yard, Meet the parents and see large deck, rent $1400 incl. how your pup is raised. all utils. $900 s.d. Avail. www.ooodlesofdoodles.com Feb. 1. 403-304-5337 403-346-2477
GLENDALE reno’d 2 bdrm. apartments, avail. immed, rent $875 403-596-6000
THE NORDIC
4 Plexes/ FOR RENT • 3000-3200 6 Plexes WANTED • 3250-3390 ORIOLE PARK
3020
GLENDALE 2 bdrm. $825, D.D. $825, N/S, no pets, no partiers, avail immed. 403-346-1458
BEAUTIFUL Comfortable 3 bdrm. townhouse in Oriole Park. Super location for access SPACIOUS 2 BDRM to all major arteries without This 2 bdrm apt is in a quiet, adult only building. being bothered by noise. In a convenient location Att. garage, 1-1/2 bath, with easy accessibility to 5 appls., #23 6300 Orr Dr. N/S, avail. Jan. 1. $1425/mo. 67th Street & assigned offstreet parking. This could be Hearthstone Property Management 403-896-8552 the home you are looking for. Perfect for young or 403-396-9554 professionals. Just $945/mo. KITSON CLOSE Come take a look at the newer exec. 3 bdrm. building you will be proud bi-level townhouse 1447 to call home. Call Tina now sq. ft. 5 appls, 1 1/2 bath, at 403-896-8552 blinds, lg. balcony, fenced before it’s gone. in rear, front/rear parking, Hpman.ca no dogs, rent $1395 SD $1000. n/s Avail. immed. 403-304-7576 / 347-7545 Kyte/Kelloway Cres. 1 & 2 bdrm. adult building, N/S. No pets. Lovely 3 level exec. 403-596-2444 3 bdrm. townhouse 5 appls, 1 1/2 bath, Top-Floor 2 Bdrm. concrete patio, blinds, Apartment front/rear parking, no dogs, n/s, rent $1395 SD $1000 This Adult only Bldg is located conveniently near all Avail. immed. amenities. Perfect for the 403-304-7576 or 347-7545 budget-minded at just LARGE 2 & 3 BDRM $945/mo with Heat & Water included! Call Tina at Condos have to go!! 403-396-9554 Bldg located on a quiet while it’s still available. close backing onto treed Hpman.ca area. Spacious suites c/w Dishwasher, large storage area & more. Short walk to schools & Parks. Starting Roommates at $925/mo. Heat & Water Wanted incl. in rent. Call Lucie at 403-396-9554 ACREAGE Home to share to book a viewing. N/S, within 5 mins. of RD $425+ , 403-357-9352 Hpman.ca
CLASSIFICATIONS
Houses/ Duplexes
3060
Suites
3060
2 Bdrm. Modern Suite in Johnstone
This great 2 bdrm bsmt suite has lots of functional space, 6 appls & is located on a quiet cresc. Just $1125/mo. Call Lucie at 403-396-9554 now to take a look at a home you will want to show off.
Hpman.ca
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homes CLASSIFICATIONS 4000-4190
Realtors & Services
4010
1840
ADULT 2 BDRM. spacious suites 3 appls., heat/water incld., Oriole Park. 403-350-1620 Gloria
EASTVIEW, 1 bdrm. bsmt. suite, fully furnished, n/s, no pets, $750/MO, for single $875 for dbl. Utils. incld. Avail. immed. 403-782-9357 or 352-1964
HERE TO HELP & HERE TO SERVE
Call GORD ING at RE/MAX real estate central alberta 403-341-9995 gord.ing@remax.net
Issard Close
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LANCASTER AREA
CLASSIFICATIONS
INGLEWOOD AREA Isherwood Close
1000-1430
Law Close / Lewis Close Langford Close
To Advertise Your Business or Service Here
Lamont Close
Call Classifieds 403-309-3300
Lund Close
classifieds@reddeeradvocate.com
MORRISROE AREA Vista Village
850
LOGS
Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346 Now Offering Hotter, Cleaner BC Birch. All Types. P.U. / Delivery. Lyle 403-783-2275
Houses/ Duplexes
GORGEOUS HIGH-END HOME
1660
Firewood
Spruce & Pine - Split 7 days/wk. 403-304-6472
NEWSPAPER CARRIERS REQUIRED
1840
Dogs
ROLLING tool bag, nylon, HD wheels and telescopic handle, never used $49 403-342-7460
AFFORDABLE
Anders St. / Armstrong Close
SUNNYBROOK AREA Somerset Close Springfield Ave.
Savoy Cres. / Sydney Close Sherwood Cres. VANIER AREA Viscount Drive Vickers Close Volks Place / Vanier Drive Vanson Close / Visser St.
353002A23
Trades
Innisfail Dolphin Swim Club. Must have ASSA certification. 5-7 p.m. weekdays (May to mid Aug.) Saturdays (June to mid Aug.) Send resume to: innisfaildolphins@yahoo.ca
ANDERS AREA
CROP PRODUCTION SERVICES SPRING START is recruiting for a Full Time Operations Support person • Community Support to join our team in Worker Program Torrington, AB. Valid Class 1A and/or Class 3A license • Women in the Trades req’d. Interested applicants Program should fax their resume to (403)631-2424 or email: • Math and Science for nikki.szakaly@cpsagu.ca the Trades Program Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available.
HEAD SWIM COACH
1640
Tools
Homestead Firewood
Johnstone Crossing
(Reliable vehicle needed)
ADULT CARRIERS NEEDED For delivery of the morning ADVOCATE in Red Deer
880
in
TRUE POWER ELECTRIC Requires
QUALIFIED JOURNEYMAN 3rd and 4th yr. ELECTRICIANS
880
Misc. Help
278950A5
Trades
Misc. Help
Call Prodie @ 403- 314-4301 for more info **********************
TO ORDER HOME DELIVERY OF THE ADVOCATE CALL OUR CIRCULATION DEPARTMENT 403-314-4300
Accounting
1010
Handyman Services
1200
INDIVIDUAL & BUSINESS Accounting, 30 yrs. of exp. with oilfield service companies, other small businesses and individuals RW Smith, 346-9351
ATT’N: Are you looking for help on small jobs around the house or renovate your bathroom, painting or flooring, and roof snow removal? Call James 403-341-0617
1100
GRANT’S HANDYMAN SERVICE. I can help you with all your home repair needs. Painting, plumbing, etc, etc. Call Grant 403-596-9161
Contractors
DALE’S Home Reno’s Free estimates for all your reno needs. 403-506-4301
DAMON INTERIORS Massage
Drywall, tape, texture, Fully licensed & insured. Free Estimates. Call anytime Dave, 403-396-4176 RMD RENOVATIONS Bsmt’s, flooring, decks, etc. Call Roger 403-348-1060
Escorts
1165
LEXUS 392-0891 *BUSTY* INDEPENDENT w/own car
Therapy
1280
FANTASY MASSAGE International ladies
Now Open
Specials. 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Private back entry. 403-341-4445 MASSAGE ABOVE ALL WALK-INS WELCOME 4709 Gaetz Ave. 346-1161
Massage Therapy
1280
Seniors’ Services
1372
Hearing aid sales, servicVII MASSAGE ing and programming. #7,7464 Gaetz Ave. Hearing testing, battery Pampering at its sales. In-home service avail.(fee applies) A&E BEST! Hearing Care 403-347-2202 403-986-6686 Come in and see HELP FOR SENIORS: why we are the talk in home or facility family business est. 1999 of the town. bondable staff, great rates, www.viimassage.biz gift certificates avail. Classifieds...costs so little Saves you so much!
Misc. Services
1290
5* JUNK REMOVAL
Property clean up 340-8666
Personal Services
1315
REIKO’S Finest Asian Massage
In call only. 587-377-1298 9 am - 10 pm. Mon. - Fri.
403-346-7777 helpinghandshomesupport.com Celebrate your life with a Classified ANNOUNCEMENT
Snow Removal
1380
APOLLO LANDSCAPING has skidsteer and tandem truck avail. for snow removal. Commercial or residential. 403-598-1589 Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY
D4 RED DEER ADVOCATE Thursday, Jan. 16, 2014 Houses For Sale
4020
4 LEVEL SPLIT,
Sylvan Lake, 3 bdrms., 2.5 baths, large family room, 3 rd level walk out covered deck, oversized dbl.. garage, RV parking, close to schools. $329,000. 403-887-3966 BRAND NEW 1340 sq. ft. bungalow, 2 bdrm., den, dbl. att. garage. $384,900. Call Glen 403-588-2231 FREE Weekly list of properties for sale w/details, SULFHV DGGUHVV RZQHU¡V phone #, etc. 342-7355 Help-U-Sell of Red Deer www.homesreddeer.com
MASON MARTIN HOMES Custom new homes planning service. Kyle, 403-588-2550
MUST SELL
New Home. 1335 sq.ft. bi-level, 24x23 att. garage. 403-588-2550
www.laebon.com Laebon Homes 346-7273
Condos/ Townhouses
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Lucian Bute, left, and Jean Pascal pose for the cameras after a news conference Wednesday, in Montreal. The two Montreal boxers will meet for the WBC Diamond and NABF Light Heavyweight title fight Saturday, in Montreal. tive, but has lost his last five bouts. Next up was Pascal (28-2-1), who took the light heavyweight belt in 2009. He defended it four times before losing a decision to then 46-year-old Bernard Hopkins in May, 2011. The flashy Pascal has won twice since then, but needs a win over Bute to get back in the mix for another title bout. Even without a title on the line, the Pascal-Bute clash will one of the biggest fights ever held in Canada. It not only pits the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two former world champions against one another, but also its two fight promotion companies â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Groupe Yvon Michel for Pascal and InterBox for Bute. They expect the Bell Centre to be sold out, and the HBO specialty channel will air the bout. Bute, the former IBF super-middleweight champion, has Canadian citizenship and is at least as popular locally as Pascal. He learned to fight in his home country before moving to Montreal in 2003 as part of a Romanian wave that included former world lightweight champ Leonard Dorin. Bruny Surin, the former world indoor 60-metre sprint champion and relay gold medallist at the 1996 Olympics, is Pascalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s business manager. Pascal in turn supports Surinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s foundation, which provides funding for needy athletes from all sports and communities. The 46-year-old Surin was also born in Haiti. He has known Pascal for more than a decade. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I remember this guy (Pascal) in 2002 told me he wants to be world champion, and he was training like
crazy,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not all the people who are willing to do the work.â&#x20AC;? He laments that more Haitian-Canadian youngsters didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take up his sport, athletics, but heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s proud of the mark they have made in boxing. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love to see that because unfortunately, when people talk about my community itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most often negative,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about drugs and gang members. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But when we see those guys shine, it shines on all the community. And I hope there will be more of the younger generation coming up to raise the community.â&#x20AC;? Stevenson (23-1-0) got a lot of votes for fighter of the year in 2013, when he posted four knockout victories. That included winning the WBC belt by flooring veteran Chad Dawson in only 76 seconds, followed by convincing wins over Tavoris Cloud and Tony Bellew. He took his championship belt on a three-day trip in December to Haiti, which he left when he was five. He was feted at the presidential palace and presented the gloves used in the Dawson fight to president Michel Martelly. The 31-year-old Jean (25-0-0) will be the underdog against Peterson (31-2-1), although the American is coming off a loss in a non-title out to Argentinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lucas Matthysse. The 35-year-old Stiverne (23-1-1), who is based in Las Vegas, waited months for Klitschkoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decision to retire from the ring to get his title shot. He beat Arreola in their first meeting last April and will be the favourite for the title.
Jadeveon Clowney, Johnny Manziel headline record number of players entering draft early NFL BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS South Carolina defensive end Jadeveon Clowney and Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel headline a record number of underclassmen entering the NFL draft heading into Wednesday nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s deadline. At least 90 players who had college eligibility remaining are expected to enter the draft, shattering last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s record number of 73. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a humongous number, so the first reaction is it makes you step back a little bit,â&#x20AC;? said NFL Network draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah, a former scout with the Baltimore Ravens, Cleveland Browns and Philadelphia Eagles. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m hearing is that the agents always have to make the sales pitch to get these to come out. This year, what Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been told is the sales pitch is that all your money right now is coming from the second contract, so you need to come out early so you can get to that second contract a year earlier ... and apparently itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been pretty effective.â&#x20AC;? ESPN analyst Mel Kiper Jr. released a mock draft Wednesday in which 23 of the 32 first-round picks were early entries. Kiper had Manziel going first overall and included Clowney, UCF quarterback Blake Bortles and Clemson wide receiver Sammy Watkins as topfive picks. Jeremiahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s list of the top 50 draft prospects includes early entries in the top three spots: Clowney at No. 1, Watkins at No. 2 and Auburn offensive tackle Greg Robinson at No. 3. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be a huge number of underclassmen that go high and have long careers,â&#x20AC;? Jeremiah said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And there are going to be some other guys who donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get drafted and will be in a tough spot and would have been better served to go back to school. It works both ways.â&#x20AC;?
Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a position-by-position breakdown of some of the early entries at each position.
QUARTERBACK Manziel, Bortles and Louisvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Teddy Bridgewater are all projected first-round picks. Although the 6-foot-1 Manziel lacks the size of Bortles and Bridgewater, the 2012 Heisman Trophy winner played tougher competition in the Southeastern Conference. Jeremiah ranks Manziel as his No. 7 overall prospect, with Bridgewater 10th and Bortles 22nd. Kiperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mock draft has Bridgewater getting taken eighth. Wyomingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brett Smith isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t regarded as highly as the other three quarterbacks, but he could get chosen later in the draft.
RUNNING BACK Auburnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tre Mason boosted his stock by rushing for 663 yards against Alabama, Missouri and Florida State over his final three games. Jeremiah rates Mason 47th overall and second among running backs, behind Ohio State senior Carlos Hyde. Other notable running backs to enter the draft include Arizonaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Deem Carey, Washingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bishop Sankey, Oregonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Anthony Thomas, LSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jeremy Hill, UCFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Storm Johnson and Florida State teammates Devonta Freeman and James Wilder Jr.
WIDE RECEIVER The impact of underclassmen on the draft is perhaps most evident at wide receiver. Kiperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mock draft has seven early entry receivers going in the first round: Watkins, Texas A&Mâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mike Evans (13), Southern Californiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Marqise Lee (18), Florida Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kelvin Benjamin (22), Oregon Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brandin Cooks (28), LSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Odell Beckham Jr. (30) and Penn Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Allen Robinson (32).
Jeremiah has nine listed among his top 50 overall prospects. And that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t factor in the available tight ends. Kiper has North Carolina tight end Eric Ebron going 16th overall and Texas Techâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jace Amaro 29th.
OFFENSIVE LINE Robinson has parlayed a breakthrough season at Auburn into a likely top-10 selection in the draft. Alabamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cyrus Kouandjio and Tennesseeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Antonio â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tinyâ&#x20AC;? Richardson could join him in the first round.
DEFENSIVE LINE The headliner here is Clowney, who may have the most upside of any prospect regardless of position. Florida State tackle Timmy Jernigan also is a potential top-10 pick. Notre Dame teammates Louis Nix and Stephon Tuitt as well as Missouriâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kony Ealy could both get taken in the first round. Florida tackle Dominique Easley was playing at an All-America level this fall before tearing his anterior cruciate ligament.
LINEBACKER Ohio Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ryan Shazier is rated as the No. 31 overall prospect by Jeremiah. Other linebackers turning pro early include Floridaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ronald Powell, Californiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Khairi Fortt, Alabamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Adrian Hubbard and Connecticutâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Yawin Smallwood.
DEFENSIVE BACK Alabama safety Ha Ha Clinton-Dix and Louisville safety Calvin Pryor are both listed as first-round picks in Kiperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mock draft and top-15 prospects in Jeremiahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rankings. Ohio State cornerback Bradley Roby, rated 50th overall by Jeremiah, is the 25th pick in Kiperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mock draft.
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Ted Traikovski and Kosuke Kitamura play a warm-up game of table tennis during a Red Deer Table Tennis Club session at the Michener Recreation Centre. The club, which formed in November 2013, meets each Friday evening at the centre for games and practice. Drop-in players are welcome and new members to the club are being accepted. The club meets each Friday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For information, call Stacy at 587-679-6635.
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Friday ● Seniors skating will be offered at the Red Deer Arena on Fridays from 2:15 to 3:30. Purchase a season pass, or $3 drop-in. Ages 50 years plus. Warm up with a coffee following the skate. Phone 403-347-6883. ● Drop-in Babytimes is offered on Fridays from 2 to 2:30 p.m., or on Thursdays from 10 to 10:30 a.m. at Red Deer Public Library Downtown Branch Children’s Department for children from birth to 24 months of age along with their caregivers. Phone 403-346-4688.
Saturday ● Red Deer Art Club is offering art workshops open to members and the public in selected mediums and levels. Cost for non-members will be $65. Supplies are available for a minimal fee. On Jan. 18 learn from Jonas Marchinko, Sandra Bingeman on Feb. 8, Frank Haddock on March 22, and Willie Wong in March (TBA), Christel Langan on April 12. Phone Elise at 403-346-5645. ● Girlz Club meets at Red Deer Public Library Dawe Branch on Jan. 18 for a Quilting Bee from 1 to 3 p.m. Girls ages seven years and up invited to quilt a square to take home. For more information call 403-341-3822 or email cputnam@rdpl.org. ● Lincoln Hall Society Open Stage Night will be held on Jan. 18 at 7:30 p.m. Phone 403-7824095. ● MAGnificent Saturdays offer free art making with a professional artist from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery in downtown Red Deer. The jan. 18 session is called Quilled Creatures with artist Kaleb Romano. All materials supplied. Families welcome. Phone 403-309-8405. Free with admission. ● Central Alberta Singles dance will be held Jan. 18 at Royal Canadian Legion Innisfail Hall. Music by Phil Wayne. Doors open at 8 p.m. Music starts at 8:30 p.m. Members and invited guests only; new members welcome. For information, call Elaine at 403-341-7653 or Murray at 403-357-8022.
Sunday ● Red Deer College Music Concerts Series features guitar instructor Shannon Frizzell and friends on Jan. 19, 2 p.m. in Margaret Parsons Theatre. See www.rdc.ab.ca/showtime to find out more. ● Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Meeting, Jan. 19, 7 p.m. at Sunnybrook United Church. Refreshments follow. Contact Linda at 403-3476073. ● Ponoka Senior Drop-In Centre jam sessions are held Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m. Admission is $2 at the door and includes refreshments and snack. The NewSong Band and special guests will lead the jam on Jan. 19. Please bring snacks. Phone Linda at 403-783-8461. ● 100 Things to Do with Books will run Jan. 19, Feb. 16 and March 16 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Snell Auditorium at Red Deer Public Library Downtown Branch. Upcycle used books into clever crafts at this free program. Space is limited to 12. Please register at 403-346-2100, or pmclaughlin@rdpl.org. ● Red Deer College Adult Concert Band Workshop free concert will be on Jan. 19, noon at RDC Arts Centre Mainstage.
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● MAGsparks is an inclusive and accessible visual art program connecting people with developmental disabilities to the Red Deer Arts Community. Wonderful Weaves will be offered on Jan. 20 and 22 and the group will create bookmarks. There is a drop-in fee of $3. Memberships are available for persons with disabilities for $50. For information, see www.reddeermuseum, or contact Janet at 403309-8405, janet.cole@reddeer.ca. ● Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre card games are played on the following days: Canasta Mondays at 1 p.m., $1; Cribbage — Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m., $2; Singles Bridge — Wednesdays at 1 p.m., $2; Partner Bridge — second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m., $3; Mixed cards — first and third Friday of each month, $1; Military Whist — second and fourth Friday of each month, $2 . For more information on cards please call Diane at 403-343-6074. ● Red Deer River Naturalists — Monday Bird Focus meets Monday at noon at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre to depart on excursions in central Alberta. Check out the birds in the Rimbey area on Jan. 20, and in the Bigelow area on Jan. 27. Come prepared for a full afternoon of birding. Bring along lunch, snacks, coffee, and dress for the weather. Be prepared to carpool. To join in, contact Judy at 403-342-4150.
Phone 403-872-1598, or see www.centralalbertaphotographicsociety.com for more information. ● Royal Canadian Legion in Sylvan Lake Robbie Burns Night will be held on Jan. 22, 6 p.m., $25 each. The Legion is also offering country dance lessons starting Jan. 29, 7 to 9 p.m. for $50 per person or $75 per couple with registration deadline of Jan. 23. Scrabble, Crokinole, and Tile Rummy start on Jan. 24, 2 p.m., free. Trivia Night will be held on Jan. 25, 7 p.m., for individuals and teams, and meat draws are held each Friday at 6:30 p.m., and Saturday at 4:30 p.m. Phone 403887-2601 or Lisa at 403-505-8601. ● Chronic Pain Management Workshop will be held at Dawe Branch of Red Deer Public Library on Jan. 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. Please pre-register at www.arthritis.ca or call 1-800-321-1433. ● Living Stones Church seniors monthly luncheon will be offered on Jan. 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Laurisa Williams will be the guest singer. The cost is $8 per person at the door. Phone 403-347-7311. ● Norwegian Laft Hus is open Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy baking, gifts and much more at the log house with the sod roof behind the Red Deer Recreation Centre, south of the Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery. Contact norwegianlafthus@ gmail.com, 403-347-2055 for information or to arrange different times to visit. ● Stettler Art Group — Church Mice — meet every Wednesday at Stettler United Church Christian Education Wing at 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Artists are asked to bring their own art supplies and lunch. Coffee supplied. The cost is $2 per session. Contact Donna Lea at 403-742-5690. ● Red Deer Legion Old-Time Dance with Country Gold North Band is on Jan. 22 at 7 p.m. Cost is $7, or $13.95 with buffet starting at 5 p.m. Phone 403-342-0035.
Thursday ● First Nations Style Community Drum Circles with Tom Ghostkeeper will be offered at The Hub on Ross on Jan. 23 at 1 p.m. Phone 403-3404869. ● Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre dance, Thursday, Jan. 23, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the seniors’ centre. Dance to the music of Black Velvet Band. Admission is $7. Phone 403-347-6165, 403986-7170, or 403-246-3896. ● Business Lunch and Learn — What is Diversity? — will be held on Jan. 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Central Alberta Refugee Effort. Find out about cultural diversity in the area and how it impacts business. Contact avery.acheson@care2centre.ca to register. ● Red Deer River Naturalists Annual General Meeting will be on Jan. 23, 7 p.m. at Kerry Wood Nature Centre. Non-members are welcome to attend. Those interested in becoming board members sought. Phone 403-347-8200. ● Tees/Clive T.O.P.S. meets every Thursday at Christian Fellowship/Village Missions Church in Clive. Weigh-in from 8:45 to 9:15 a.m. with meeting to follow adjourning at 10:30 a.m. Contact Cathy at 403-747-2135. ● Dancercise is a senior friendly, low impact, dance class, and a great way to get your exercise and meet new people, held Thursdays at the Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. There is a drop-in fee of $1. Phone 403-343-6074. ● Shalom Counselling Centre offers Managing Anger Before It Manages You educational workshop on Thursdays, Jan. 23 to Feb. 13, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Costs are $120/individual or $200/couple from same household. Register at www.shalomcounselling.com or call 403-342-0339.
Tuesday ● Lacombe and District Garden Club meets the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Lacombe Memorial Centre. Phone Pamela at 403782-5061 or email pamela.d.neumann@gmail.com. ● Momstown Alphabet Play for parents with newborns to six years will be offered on Jan. 21, Feb. 18 and March 18 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Red Deer Public Library Downtown Branch Children’s Department. ● Red Deer Celiac Support Group meets in the coffee lounge at the south location of Sobeys Inc. on the third Tuesday of every month starting at 7 p.m. The Red Deer group will meet on Jan. 21. See www.celiac.ca, or contact Fay at 403-3473248, or Clarice at 403-341-4351 or email Red Deer Celiacs @yahoo.ca. Rocky Mountain House Group meets at Rocky Mountain Library on the second Thursday of every month starting at 6:30 p.m. Contact Jaclyn at 403-847-8878, or Susie at 403-844-4117. Stettler Group meets at Stettler Hospital Board Room on the first Tuesday of every month starting at 7 p.m. Contact Diane at 403-7420903, or Val at 403-742-5217. ● CentreFest Annual General Meeting will be on Jan. 21, 7 p.m. at Red Deer Lodge. New board members are needed for elections to be held at this meeting. See http://www.centrefest.ca or contact info@centrefest.ca, 403-872-3361. ● Central Alberta Cystic Fibrosis Chapter meets the third Tuesday of every month at Bethany Care CollegeSide on the second floor at 7 p.m. Next meeting will be Jan. 21. Phone 403-347-5075. ● Writers’ Ink — Red Deer and District Writers’ group for authors of all genres 18 years and older — meets every Tuesday, 7 to 9 p.m., year round at Sunnybrook Farm Museum. Writers in all genres gather to share, encourage, critique and learn from each other. Call 403-309-3590 or email jamoody@ telus.net for more information.
Wednesday ● Central Alberta Photographic Society (CAPS) meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre. The next meeting is on Jan. 22.
REGISTRATIONS LOCAL EVENTS AND ORGANIZATIONS ● ReThink Red Deer presents Introduction to Permaculture: Productive Pets Edition on Jan. 24 to 26, or Feb. 21 to 23, or March 7 to 9. Registration fee is $200 including lunch and refreshments with all profits to ReThink. To find out details, see http://rethinkreddeer.ca/events ● Ground Hog Day Supper will be held on Feb. 2, 5 to 7 p.m. at Delburne Hall. Supper costs $10 for adults, $5 for children ages six to 12 years, and free for preschoolers. Sponsored by Delburne United Church. Contact Lenora at 403-749-2083. ● Central Alberta Quilters’ Guild Annual Quilt Show now accepting entries until March 3 for the show happening on March 4 and 5 at Parkland Pavilion Westerner Park. Quilts made by residents of Central Alberta welcome. Entry forms at centralalbertaquilters.org. Send forms to Elizabeth Hanson, wehansons@xplornet.com or fax to 403887-3051. Show hours are Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featured quilters are Donna Deis and Elizabeth Hanson, and guest artist Sherri Hisey of Border Creek Station Pattern Co., Ont. For more information, contact Briony Goddard at 403-782-6700. ● Alzheimer Society presents East Coast Meets West Kitchen Party Fundraiser on Jan. 25. The party will celebrate the co-mingling of the East Coast and Alberta culture with tasty bites of both regions, a live auction, and singing and dancing music by Celtic band Chris Greve and Claymore. Limited tickets are $100 each from the Alzheimer Society, 403-342-0448. ● Parkland Mall is now accepting applications for the Shades of Ambition Campaign which will be held March 6 to 26. This annual event has three charitable organizations selling pieces of a large mural to raise money for their programs. Criteria
and application forms are available at www.parklandmall.ca under Events and Promotions. Deadline for applications is Feb. 1. Contact Morgan at 403-343-899 or more information. ● Spruce View Lions Annual Old-time Fiddle Jamboree and Dance will be held on Jan. 25 at Spruce View Community Hall. Happy Hour and Beef on a bun supper at 5:30 p.m. Fiddlers perform from 7 to 9 p.m. with dance to follow. Piano accompaniment provided. Adults cost $20. Fiddlers and preschoolers free. Net proceeds to Women’s Shelter and The Lending Cupboard. Fiddlers are asked to preregister. Door prizes. Contact Darwin at 403-986-2004 or Neil at 403-728-3798. ● Canadian Blood Services has an urgent need for blood donations due to cancellations due from bad weather. Donate blood, save lives. Visit www.blood.ca or call 1-888-2-DONATE (1-888236-6283) to make an appointment. ● Red Deer College Theatre Productions presents The Three Musketeers on Feb. 6 to 12 on the Mainstage, Arts Centre. Tickets are available from Black Knight Ticket Centre, www.bkticketcentre.ca, 403-755-6626, or 1-800-661-8793. ● Bargain Treasures Thrift Store is in need of dynamic volunteers who are able to spend a minimum of two hours of time between 10 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. on Mondays and/or Saturdays between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. sorting and hanging clothing, organizing donations, and working with customers at the till. Previous cashier or retail experience is an asset. This thrift store supports Canadian Mental Health. Contact tmcintosh@reddeer.cmha.ab.ca, or call Terri at 403-342-2266.
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LAGOS, Nigeria — A “witch hunt” for gay people has led to arrests in at least four of Nigeria’s 36
states, Amnesty International said Wednesday, blaming a new law criminalizing gay organizations and meetings as well as same-sex marriage. It said the law’s disregard for human rights mirrors that of the military dictators who ruled Africa’s most populous nation until 1999. Nigerian human rights defenders say they fear further persecution of gay people under the law in a notoriously corrupt country where police make arrests to extort money and blackmail victims. “With the stroke of a pen, President (Goodluck) Jonathan has essentially turned Nigeria into one of the world’s least tolerant societies,” London-based Amnesty International said in a statement calling for the law to be withdrawn without delay. The Associated Press reported Tuesday that 38 people had been arrested in the northern state of Bauchi since Christmas, and some have been charged in court with belonging to a gay organization.
View on Hwy 54 to RR 41 then north three quarters of a mile. For information or reservations contact 403-728-3875, www.doubletreevillage.com, dbltreem@telus.com. ● Personal And Social Transformation Action (PASTA) Players meet on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Hub. Persons aged 12 years and up invited to explore theatre. Free to join. No experience required. Phone 403-340-4869. ● Red Deer Learning Circle is a program designed to teach life skills to adults with developmental disabilities. For more information call Lexi or Dixie at 403-358-7816. ● Memorial Society of Red Deer and District offers information on funeral options. An annual membership costs $25 and can be transferred to other societies in North America at little or no cost. To purchase a membership, or find out more, phone 403-340-3898 go to www.memorialsocietyrd.ca, or email to info@memorialsocietyrd.ca. ● Sweetheart Gala — Fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House — will be held on Feb. 15 from 7 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. at Heartland Room, Westerner Park. Tickets, $30. Event includes a silent auction, toonie bar, prizes, 50/50 draws and midnight lunch. For tickets and information contact Courtney or Chelsey at c.malone@hotmail.com. ● Hunting Hills High School presents Les Miserables, March 7 to 15 at Red Deer Memorial Centre. Tickets may be purchased from the school website http://huntinghills.rdpsd.ab.ca/ or from the school play website http://sites.google.com/a/rdpsd.ab.ca/les-miserableshhh-2014/home/promotions-and-ticket-sales. Admission is $15 for adults, and $12 for students, seniors and children. ● Canadian Mental Association Indoor Cycling Wellness Day sponsored by Berry Architecture and Associates will be held on Feb. 1. Two former professional cyclists, Alex Stieda and Tyler Hamilton,
will lead four spin bike clinics throughout the day at the Collicutt Centre. A $250 donation to CMHA purchases a spot in the spin bike clinic and a dinner ticket to the fundraising gala at Red Deer Sheraton Hotel from 6 to 9 p.m. Gala tickets are $50. Contact ride@berryarchitecture. ca to register and for information. ● Characters from the Past Dessert Theatre will be presented by Alix Wagon Wheel Museum and Boomtown Trail on Feb. 1, 7 p.m. at Alix Community Hall. See Gabriel Dumont, Mrs. Bashaw, Barbara Cormack. Tickets are $15 in advance from Alix Home Hardware and from museum members, or $20 at the door. ● Red Deer and District SPCA National Cupcake Day is coming up on Feb. 24. Participants are asked to register at www.nationalcupdakeday.ca, bake cupcakes and host a National Cupcake Day Party on Feb. 24 with proceeds to support the Red Deer and District SPCA. A free Cupcake Host Welcome Package will be sent to participants in the mail. Donations can be made online. Phone 403-3427722 or development@reddeerspca.com. ● Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon will be presented by Cow Patti Theatre Company running Feb. 13 to March 2 at Lacombe Golf and Country Club. Dinner and Brunch Theatre shows available. Shows on the following dates will support the following local charities: Feb. 20 — Lending Cupboard; Feb. 22 — The Chatelaine Club; Feb. 27 — Ponoka Victim Services; March 1 — Open Benefit. Phone 403782-3956, after hours and weekends 403-304-6329, 403-784-2294 or theatre@cowpatti.com. ● The Gallery on Main Lacombe presents watercolour class with Marianne Harris on Jan. 25. Phone Laverne at 40-782-3402 to register or for information.
ary 2015. But a lawyer for a third friend, Azamat Tazhayakov, asked for an earlier trial. The judge agreed and scheduled the trial for June 23, several weeks earlier than Tazhayakov requested. Authorities say Kadyrbayev and Tazhayakov removed a laptop and backpack from Tsarnaev’s room at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth three days after the bombing. Phillipos is accused of lying to authorities. All three men have pleaded not guilty. The April 15 bombings killed three people and injured more than 260.
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June trial set for Boston Marathon bombing suspect’s pals on charges they tossed evidence BOSTON — A federal judge has set a June trial for three friends of Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev on charges of hindering the investigation into the attack. Attorneys for Dias Kadyrbayev and Robel Phillipos had asked that the trial not be held until Janu-
CONTINUED FROM PAGE D5 ● Red Deer Aboriginal Employment Services provides assistance to Aboriginal People including resumes, cover letters, research, and job postings. For more information call 403-358-7734 or drop in to #202, 4909 48 Street, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., closed noon to 1 p.m. or see www.rdaes.com ● Learning Disabilities Association, Red Deer Chapter Learning and Leading Seminar Series for parents and professionals will be offered at Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High School from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on the following dates featuring the following topics. The first session is free, and the following sessions cost $15 for non-members, or free for members. For information, contact 403-340-3885 or execdir@LDRedDeer.ca. Topics and dates: Champions are Different: Life is Hard, get a Helmet — Jan. 23; Mental Skills and the Value of Practice —Feb. 6; It’s more that you may think: Introduction to Applied Behaviour Analysis I — March 6; Reinforcing and Rewarding what really matters: Applied Behaviour Analysis II —May 8. ● Multiple Sclerosis Society of Central Alberta has an upcoming support group meeting. On Jan. 30, the MS monthly evening support group will meet at Port O’Call Safeway for a demonstration of standing and sitting Tai Chi from 6 to 8:30 p.m. For both of these free events a light supper will be provided, and participants are asked to RSVP to Brenda.anderson@mssociety,ca or 403-346-0290. ● Double Tree Village Museum is offering sleigh rides over the winter months. There is a wiener roast area and Wagon Wheel Hotel to warm up. Double Tree Village is located six miles west of Spruce
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HOROSCOPES Thursday, Jan. 16 CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DATE: Kate Moss, 40; Sade, 55; Josie Davis, 41 THOUGHT OF THE DAY: Transiting Moon in Leo brings a cheery, fun-loving vibe. This will bequeath us with a certain uplifting inspiration, which will manifest in a child-like attitude towards life with a scrupulous penchant to show off our personality and eloquence. Difficulties are present in the romance sphere. Assert your desires, but do ASTRO not unleash them in the boxing ring. DOYNA Conversely, use this feisty energy as a prelude to some sexy time! HAPPY BIRTHDAY: If today is your birthday, you will learn a great deal about yourself in relations to others. Alone or coupled up, you will be tested to see if you can survive by yourself or not. You will seek nurture and great care from a special someone. Rely on yourself and your resourceful contacts. ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your need to expose your mind to new possibilities can seem limited at times. But, good fortune will ensure to wipe off that perception and free your spirits to new opportunities which will be introduced to you. Did someone say there was a party? TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Do not let professional commitments or responsibilities create some tension to your flow of the day. Besides, you are in too much of a good mood to let anything become an impediment to your happiness. Home is where you will find joy. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Engaging in diverse interactions will make you feel that you are living in a peaceful, nurturing environment. Reach to others and share your thoughts, ideas and concerns. You will be amazed how much support and gratitude you get. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may be the one dealing with all the chores at hand while others are playing around. You don’t mind being the entertainer of such gatherings; you actually end up playing the host ensuring you meet everyone’s expectation. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): High productivity and efficiency are on your agenda today. Whatever you decide to complete today, no small detail will be missed. Your vitality keeps on boosting and fun-loving activities or a new blossoming romance seems to thrill you. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Children can be your source of excitement today. It is also possible that at this time, it is much easier for you to let out some hidden part of you and convey your concerns into words. Clarity within your emotions and deep reflections will prevail deeply within your psyche. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your source of nurture and enlightenment derives from aligning with individuals who share your visions for the future. It is imperative to you to have continuous respect and mutual receptivity from your peers. Acceptance within your circle is highly sought after. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your concentration powers are rock-solid. The need for public recognition and profitable gains from other sources are pointing towards a valuable accord that can be life-changing. It is also possible that news of a great magnitude will direct you towards a new pathway. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your situation at home might not be lucid; however, a stream of ideas and a number of unanticipated news will stimulate you into expanding your horizons to whole new levels. Exhilaration is highly emphasized in your agenda. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You aim high and you know without a doubt where you are headed to. You seek comfort within your private space and a secret lover can offer you much fulfilment and inner peace right now. Privacy appeals to you. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You will be astounded at how much appreciation and validation you can get from your closest people in your life. Relating to others seems so natural to you. You know they are your main source of love and joy. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Household tasks remind you that it your duty to accomplish them. At the same time, your public receives you well and your presence is welcomed among their circle. You are more liberal and approachable at this time. Astro Doyna is an internationally syndicated astrologer and columnist. Her column appears daily in the Advocate.
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THE ASSOCIATED PRESS PASADENA, Calif. — The producers of American Idol said this week that the show’s new season will include changes to freshen it, including expanded song choices for contestants. After tending toward a fair amount of golden oldies, the show’s song list will add more current tunes that the young contestants can relate to, executive producer Per Blankens said. Former judge Randy Jackson’s new role will include leading a workshop that helps contestants deal with vocal and other challenges, executive producer Trish Kinane said. The talent contest also will introduce a “rush week” that precedes the Hollywood week auditions. But Kinane told the Television Critics Association that the series is still essentially American Idol. Fox’s program entered its 13th season on Wednesday with declining ratings and competition in the talent genre from NBC’s The Voice. It’s the first season for the judging panel of Keith Urban, Harry Connick Jr. and Jennifer Lopez, who told the critics’ group they have fun working together and want to emphasize the contestants, not themselves. Urban ducked a ques-
tion about his experience last season working with judges Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj, who became known for their on-air sniping. Host Ryan Seacrest helped, joining Urban in pretending the question was about their relationship. “Ryan and I worked it out,” Urban said. “We’re fine,” Seacrest added.
What should be done about misplaced cheques? Dear Annie: Three months ago, burse you, because you covered I was put in charge of collecting their costs out of your own pocket. money for a group contribution. Dear Annie: In the past five I put it in an envelope in my years, my parents, in-laws and an house. I then had to go uncle passed away. on a trip. When I reMy uncle lived in turned, I searched high the same house for 40 and low for the enveyears and kept everylope, and for the life of thing. I took off a lot of me, I can’t find it. Some time from work to go were cheques that may through his mountains expire soon. of paperwork and paid I made good on a lot of money to have the contribution, so if his place cleaned out. I find the envelope, I I’d like to offer some can deposit the cash advice: into my own account as If you are over 55 or reimbursement. But I in poor health, please MITCHELL don’t know what to do start decluttering your & SUGAR about the cheques. home now. Even if you Should I call those are in good health, you folks and tell them I could have an accident misplaced the money or suddenly become ill. and suggest they stop payment, or Start with one hour per week should I just let them expire? I am and work on one closet or room. really embarrassed about this. — Many charities will pick up your Upset and Frustrated unused, serviceable things. OrgaDear Frustrated: You must call nizations like Habitat for Humanand inform these people that the ity desperately need clean, decent cheques were misplaced. furniture and household items. They can then decide whethTrust me, your children don’t er they want to stop payment (for want your old knickknacks. Save which there is generally a bank the family photos, and get your charge) or simply let the cheques kids and grandkids to come over expire. and pick out a few things they will They may even choose to reis- truly treasure. sue them in order to reimburse Make sure you have a will and you (provided they trust that you a list somewhere of life insurance won’t find and cash the cheques). policies, bank accounts and so Either way, be sure to apolo- forth, and give a copy to your lawgize for hiding them so well that yer or a trusted relative. If there you can no longer find them. If are family heirlooms, include in the cheques turn up later, return your will who gets what. them to the givers. Stop collecting stuff and colThose people who have not al- lect memories instead. Visit your ready done so should then reim- friends and relatives while you
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can. Take that special trip you’ve always dreamed of. Don’t leave a mess for those who care about you the most. — No Clutter Nancy Dear Nancy: Most people find it overwhelming to go through 40 years’ worth of clutter, papers, knickknacks, old clothing and what have you. Your advice to start with one hour in one closet or room is smart, and we hope people (of all ages) will add it to their resolutions for the year. They won’t regret it. Dear Annie: I read the letter from “The Bride,” whose soon-tobe sister-in-law, “Jessie,” sounds like my youngest sister. She has disrupted the lives of her family since she was 12. She caused such a scene at our father’s funeral that she stopped the service. In her early 20s, she was diagnosed as bipolar. She refuses counseling and medication. I sympathize with Jessie’s family, but if she’s like my sister, her behavior at the wedding will depend on her unpredictable mental state. The best course of action is to exclude her from public events. She won’t be happy about it, but she will never be happy until her disorder is controlled. — Sad but True Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.
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