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HONOURING: Lacombe Legion members prepare for Remembrance Day services next week – PG 3

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LEST WE FORGET - Legion Member Al Walushka carries the Canadian flag into an early Remembrance Day service at Central Alberta Christian High School this past Monday.

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Poppy campaign underway as Remembrance Day approaches Local Legion to host several events to honour veterans and the fallen

BY BRIAN VOSSEN Lacombe Express

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n Flanders fields the poppies blow, between the crosses, row on row . . .”

Each November, Canadians are reminded of the immortal verses of John McCrae’s famous poem as we don the flower in an act of remembrance.

On Oct. 31st, the last Friday of October, the Lacombe Legion kicked off this year’s Poppy Campaign at Lacombe City Hall by presenting the first poppy of the season to Mayor Steve Christie, who accepted it on behalf of the City of Lacombe.

Legion President Susan Churchill said the poppy is an important symbol of a crucial tradition.

“It is very important, the act of remembrance,” said Churchill. “It is our goal that no veteran is ever forgotten.”

Churchill said it is easier for her to make a connection to the reality of war because her grandfather fought in the First World War. Many people from her generation had similar experiences that made it easier for them to recognize the importance of remembering.

However, younger generations today don’t have the same experience and it’s harder for them to make that connection.

Churchill said even her own children, now adults in their 20s, didn’t grow up hearing the stories of soldiers who fought for our freedom.

That is what makes Remembrance Day and the Poppy Campaign so important.

“As time goes on, it’s harder for the younger generations to realize what our freedom has cost,” said Churchill.

“It’s a way of reminding the youth what their freedom has cost our country.”

Lacombe Legion Sergeant-At-Arms John Mellon said it is also difficult to get anyone, particularly young people, to understand the brutality and what soldiers had to go through while fighting for Canada’s freedom.

He said the nature of war is such that even soldiers don’t want to talk about it.

“It’s hard to really explain from a soldier’s part of view because anyone who was over in active service will not tell you about the bad things that happened,” said Mellon.

For example, nobody wants to talk about the bomb that exploded next to them and killed their friends.

Mellon also had family in the military.

His father served in the First World War too, but had no desire to tell his son the things he had seen until Mellon too had joined the military.

IN MEMORY - Lacombe Legion President Susan Churchill (left) and Sergeant-At-Arms John Mellon (right) present Mayor Steve Christie with the Brian Vossen/Lacombe Express first poppy of this year’s poppy campaign.

“I tried to get him to talk a little bit about what had happened and he wouldn’t say a word,” said Mellon. “He’d clam up. Until I came home in uniform, then he started to open up a little bit.”

War is incredibly hard on soldiers, even after they return home.

Mellon said it is good that soldiers are starting to get help when they return to the “real world” after being deployed.

For instance, people are starting to recognize that things like post traumatic stress disorder are serious problems that need to be dealt with, but more still needs to be done, he said.

Churchill agreed. She said that Canadians need to do a better job of welcoming returning soldiers, whether they agree with why they went to war or not.

“We need to do a better job of recognizing the soldiers that are coming home,” said Churchill.

Mellon also mentioned that war is changing. It is no longer the case that soldiers know where their enemies are, some-

thing that was brought into sharp relief with the attacks in Ottawa and Montreal last month.

“I think one of the things those two incidents proved to us (was that) we are not immune,” said Mellon. “Our war is starting to come right here.”

Lacombe’s Legion, and branches of the Royal Canadian Legion throughout the country, help to remind people of the significance and importance of remembering through programs like the Poppy Campaign.

Churchill said that the Poppy Campaign was first introduced in 1922 as a way of allowing disabled veterans to work.

Today, it has become more of a tradition to remember and support all veterans.

All of the monies collected in the Poppy Campaign stay local and are given to causes that can benefit veterans.

Churchill said that the Lacombe Legion has donated to such causes as the Lacombe Hospital and Lacombe Lodge, for example.

In addition to the Poppy Campaign, the

Lacombe Legion serves its purpose of remembering with a number of Remembrance Day services in the area during early November.

By the end of this week, the Legion will have had a presence at 11 schools in the Lacombe area as well as hosted ceremonies at the Lacombe and Royal Oak Lodges. Of course, the Lacombe Legion will also play a role in the upcoming service at the Lacombe Memorial Centre on Nov. 11th.

On Nov. 11th, the Legion will begin its Remembrance Day observance with a community breakfast at the Lacombe Legion starting at 7:30 a.m.

At 8 a.m. there will be laying of wreaths at the cenotaph in Lest We Forget Park. At 10:30 a.m. Legion members will form up for the march into the LMC for the Lacombe Remembrance Day Service set to begin at 10:45 a.m.

After the service, there will be a community luncheon at the Legion and at 5:30 p.m. a community potluck supper. news@lacombeexpress.com

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Affirming ministries changing relationships with LGBTQ

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express Talks surrounding homosexuality and religion are difficult conversations but are becoming more frequent as more ministries move toward an affirming stance.

An affirming ministry is one that accepts and works towards healthy relationships with LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Transsexual or Questioning) people in the commu-

nity. St. Andrew’s United Church in Lacombe is one such ministry.

“An affirming congregation is a national movement of the United Church where congregations go through an educational process that is designed to really address the issues that are raised by the presence of LGBTQ people in a congregation, with the intention of welcoming all people,” said Rev. Ross Smillie, who started the Af-

firm group within St. Andrew’s United.

There will be a conversation led by Wendy Gritter and New Direction Ministry in Lacombe on Nov. 8th to address the issues surrounding religious participation and the LGBTQ community, titled the ‘Generous Spaciousness Conversation’. The intent is a welcoming atmosphere where people can listen to how LGBTQ people can find their place within reli-

gious groups.

The conversation will take place at the Bethel Christian Reformed Church from 7-9 p.m. There is no cost, but Gritter said donations are welcome to help cover expenses for speakers. Guests are asked to RSVP with info@newdirection.com with the subject ‘RSVP Lacombe’ prior to the event.

The Affirm group at St. Andrew’s has evolved to cover more than just LG-

BTQ issues. Smillie said that the group is now looking to how they can become more inclusive to all marginalized members of the community.

“A big part of what we’re doing now is less focused on sexual orientation and gender identity and more on how do we as a congregation become a community that’s really open to some of the challenges,” he said.

“There are lots of people who are marginalized in our community because of different things – poverty, and mental health – there’s lots of work that can be done. We’ve barely even started to scratch the surface on some of these issues.”

Gritter said the conversation presented by New Direction Ministries is open to anyone who wishes to learn more about how faith and LGBTQ people can coincide and anyone who is able to listen supportively to the speakers.

“This is not a discussion.

This is not a debate – it is a chance to respectfully listen to people who have dealt with these issues. This is a respectful dialogue.”

Smillie believes that society is becoming more tolerant of issues surrounding religion and the LGBTQ community, but he wishes that people could move past tolerance.

“Tolerance, to me, is very weak. When you tolerate someone, you put up with him or her. But what does it mean to move past tolerance to be genuinely affirming and accepting of people. In some cases, that will mean having really difficult conversations and being really honest about different opinions,” he said.

“Living with particular differences in convictions and things will not be easy

to overcome. But we still need to recognize each other as human beings and being brothers and sisters in Christ. I would hate for us to stop at tolerance because we can do better than that.”

The Generous Spaciousness concept explores a similar theme of genuine acceptance. Gritter’s book, titled Generous Spaciousness – Responding to Gay Christians in the Church explains how she once believed that the two communities could not co-exist, and how she came to realize her position of acceptance.

The affirming movement goes hand in hand with the Generous Spaciousness conversation as they both promote a fact-based ongoing conversation that aims to open people’s minds to the idea of accepting people.

“We use the term affirming because it means attempting to move into a posture of being genuinely welcoming rather than just putting up with people.

Nobody wants to be put up with, nobody wants to just be tolerated – we want to be loved for who we are. And everybody deserves that,” said Smillie.

“My sense is that now this is going to start to move into more of an interdenominational scale.

This effort that the Generous Spaciousness kinds of conversations bring forth means that conversations are not going to be so rare anymore.”

For more information on the Generous Spaciousness conversation, go to the New Direction Ministry web site. For more information on Affirm, go to St. Andrew’s United Church or check out the weekly community events page in the Express newspaper for contact information. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

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BOLT regional transit continuing to run smoothly

BY BRIAN VOSSEN Lacombe Express Just over two months since its inception, BOLT is running better than planned, officials say.

Although it has not been long since the service began, Lacombe Community Economic Development Manager Guy Lapointe and Blackfalds Economic Development and Communications Officer Jennifer Hartigh said the service has generated some valuable feedback, especially during the first month of operation, which was free to users.

Lapointe said the service was well used in Lacombe during the free period, which was an important period for residents to see how the service worked.

“Red Deer really could not believe the volume of what we had on the busses, it was pretty impressive” he said. “The initial feedback was pretty positive.”

Hartigh said Blackfalds has also been receptive to the service.

“We had fabulous reception,” she said. “It’s one of the real positives in the community.”

During the first month of service, between 45 and 60 passengers made use of the service on average per day, said Hartigh.

Lapointe said, looking at BOLT usage in terms of revenue instead of passenger numbers, about $6,000 a month was expected between the three municipalities selling passes (Lacombe, Blackfalds and Red Deer). He added that, before the end of October, about $5,000 in passes had been sold.

“So the numbers are trending probably higher than what we anticipated,” he said.

Before the BOLT Initiative was launched on Aug. 25th, Lapointe stated administration realized that changes would need to be made to BOLT and kinks would need to be worked out in the coming months.

He said no changes have really been made yet, but data is being compiled to see how the service might be improved in the future.

Some minor changes have been made to the service though, said Lapointe.

A few stops, like the one on Woodland Drive, has been moved slightly to make them more accessible and easier to see.

ALL ABOARD - A BOLT bus makes a stop outside the Lacombe Memorial Centre.

Changes users have suggested include evening service and Sunday service.

Also, earlier times for the first morning trips to Red Deer and changing a few of the stops has also been suggested.

In Blackfalds, a few changes have been made to stops near the family services building and civic centre areas. Hartigh said those areas are quite residential, so concessions for parking have been made near those stops and residents asked to have the benches changed to blend better into the residential setting.

Not all the growing pains that come with a new bus route are felt on the side of the municipalities running the service though.

For example, Lapointe said it has been an adjustment for drivers to get used to Lacombe having bus zones.

Tickets are being handed out for drivers who park in bus zones. While some have commented it feels like bus zones are now occupying parking space. Lapointe said that is one of the things that happens when bus routes are adopted.

“That’s not going to change,” he said, adding that bus zones are managed 24/7 even though bus services only run during the day because the City foresees service being expanded to include evening and Sunday trips at some

point in the future.

“We’re sticking to our guns on that one,” said Lapointe. “The bus zones are in place, we are committed to the service and we know it is going to grow at some point in the future.”

Hartigh said apart from the parking concessions made at one stop (in both directions) in a residential area with limited parking, there have not been many problems in Blackfalds.

She added the Town will be monitoring that stop to see if any problems do arise.

As for when BOLT might seem some expansion in its services, Lapointe said there isn’t any kind of timeline in place yet. He said it is still ‘early in the game’ and data about the service is still being collected.

Lapointe also said any expansions to the service would have to be made in collaboration with all three municipalities involved and would have budget impacts. As such, he said Blackfalds and Lacombe are also looking for community partners that may be able to help the BOLT service expand.

Hartigh added, while there have been comments and several one-off requests to expand services, times and routes, there has not been a formal consultation process with the public yet. She said in the New Year the municipali-

ties may look at having some kind of formal focus

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Blackfalds lands provincial award for Abbey Centre The Town of Blackfalds is the recipient of the 2014 Alberta Recreation and Parks Association (ARPA) A.V. Pettigrew Award. This award recognizes communities in Alberta that have contributed the most to improving the quality of life of their citizens through recreation and parks – in areas of programs, services, facilities, parks and open spaces or a combination thereof.

The award winning Abbey Centre, which opened on March 31st, has changed the quality of life for not only Blackfalds residents, but for all who enter its

doors, officials said.

ARPA commended the Town and the Blackfalds Field House Society for ensuring that the Abbey Centre design included options for safety, affordability and accessibility.

It was also noted the Abbey Centre now provides a gathering space for community to meet and engage in a healthier lifestyle and has also created employment for both youth and adults in the Town.

At the Oct. 25th awards banquet, newly elected ARPA President Mike Roma expressed his pleasure in honouring the Town of

Blackfalds stating, “Recreation and parks are essential to our health and happiness and to the development of vibrant communities and sustainable environments.

It is imperative that we recognize those whose passionate hard work promotes wellbeing through recreation and parks.”

Town of Blackfalds Director of Community Services Sean Barnes commented, “It is especially significant as this is the second time that Blackfalds has been the recipient of this prestigious award (the first being in 2009) and this places the community in the ranks of only a couple other municipalities that have been recognized more than once since the inception of the award in 1973.”

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Helping Hands Harvest Gala in Red Deer this month

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express The Central Alberta Victim & Witness Support will be hosting an entertainment filled gala this month to raise money for their programs.

The Helping Hands Harvest Gala will consist of a live and silent auction, a buffet dinner, photo opportunities and entertainment to raise money for victim

support services. The gala takes place Nov. 15th. Tickets are $85 for a single person and a table of eight can be purchased for $680. Tickets can be purchased on the Victim Support web site or by calling Amy Deneer at Volunteer Central at 403505-6222. Tickets are available until Nov. 14th.

“Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and we have a buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m. at the Black Knight Inn in Red Deer and

then we have a live and silent auction. We have various items in the auction including hockey jerseys, artwork and some jewellery from local sponsors,” said Deneer.

“Our entertainment is a live performance by NHL alumni Kraig ‘9 House’ Neinhuis. He’s a solo act and is a very good entertainer. He’s worked for lots of fundraisers in the past.

We also have some RCMP officers who will be in ceremonial dress with whom complimentary photos can be taken.”

All of the proceeds go straight to Victim & Witness Support programs such as court services, counselling programs, support for victims of sexual abuse, dealing with deaths of loved ones and support for witnesses and victims of crimes.

“There isn’t a specific program that they’re fundraising for right now – the money is being used to keep the program running for victims. We offer counselling services and court services – helping with applications and things. They do a lot of legwork and paperwork for these unfortunate people,” said Deneer.

“We also have some door prizes and little extras for the evening. We’re going to have a little contest on the web site where if you make

a donation to the society, either online or in person, you are actually entered to win two tickets to the gala.”

Donations can be dropped off at the Blackfalds RCMP detachment, which is formerly known as the Blackfalds and District Victim Services building.

Deneer said that donations are welcome because Central Alberta Victim & Witness Support are a nonprofit group and require this money to exist.

“The society is a completely non-profit organization so they really rely on the funds donated and the support of the community just to keep it going. That’s my biggest reason for coming on board and helping this – we have to keep societies like this open because without them, the victims wouldn’t get the help they need to get back on their feet,” she said. “People don’t think about needing this until it’s the day that they become a victim and then that’s when you go looking for organizations like this. It’s amazing what all they help with.”

The gala has an evening capacity for 300 people and tickets are on sale now.

Services are provided to victims all over Central Alberta, from Springbrook to Gull Lake and Stettler. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

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OPINION Remembrance Day significance This November, as we do every November, Canadians will gather at memorial services to remember all those who have lost their lives in defense of this country and its freedom.

On Tuesday, Nov. 11th we will observe a moment of silence in recognition of all those brave souls.

Some have implied that this year, Remembrance Day has more significance in light of recent events.

We don’t think that should be the case.

While the recent deaths of Canadian soldiers Nathan Cirillo and Patrice Vincent certainly mean Remembrance Day will be more prevalent in the public mind this year (and that is a good thing), this year’s Remembrance Day observances should not be any more or less important because of them.

Yes, it is important to remember the most recent soldiers to die in defense of

Canada and its values.

However, it is no less important to remember those who died nearly a century ago while taking the heavily defended German ground in the Battle of Vimy Ridge or those who died while scrambling to secure the beaches of Normandy in the D-Day invasions 70 years ago.

None of the soldiers we remember in those battles, or any of the battles in between or since, who died are more worth remembering than the others. All gave their lives to protect the freedom that Canada enjoys today and all deserve the same recognition.

That is the point of Remembrance Day, to remember all who have paid the ultimate price for the liberties that Canadians enjoy today.

That is why we observe Remembrance Day every year, regardless of whether Canada is at peace or war,

regardless of whether or not we have recently suffered attacks against our freedom.

It is also important to remember those who survived in Canada’s war efforts as well as those who died. Canada’s veterans are a dwindling group and they do a very important job.

It is our veterans who remind us of the importance

of remembering. It is our veterans who work to give the young generations of Canadians an idea of what kind of suffering any soldier endures for the love of kin and country.

The easiest and probably the best way to honour all our veterans, both those still living and those who have joined their comrades in the next life, is to

remember.

As the Royal Canadian Legion proclaims in its motto, ‘Memoriam Eorum Retinebimus,’ – We Will Remember Them.

So this Nov. 11th, when you partake in a memorial service for all who have done so much for our beloved country, just remember. It’s as simple as that.

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National Small Business Week just took place between Oct. 19th and Oct. 25th. The intent of this week was to highlight the importance of and contributions by the small and medium sized businesses in our communities and in the Alberta economy.

Blackfalds has been experiencing record-breaking growth over the past two years; not only in population and housing, but also in new business development and expansion. Business investors are seeing and taking advantage of the many opportunities that exist in the community and this has brought about many positive quality of life benefits for the residents, including increased access to required services and desired products.

I have tremendous respect for those entrepreneurial individuals who have the risk tolerance, drive and determination to be their own boss. From Grant and Denise Nielsen at Granden Auto who have been in business in Blackfalds for over 15 years to Lindsey Dowler at The Floral Boutique who only just opened her dream business this past April, our small business owners are an important cornerstone of our community who meet

Melodie

STOL the needs of local clients and also serve the requirements of larger business.

Many of the small businesses in Blackfalds provide a full range of local and often flexible employment opportunities to residents.

For example, a business that may primarily be considered to be in the manufacturing sector not only creates jobs for tradespersons and labourers, but also for administrative staff, managers, accountants, marketing and communications personnel, truck drivers, and maintenance people, etc. Social enterprises like After the Grind and the Blackfalds Bottle Depot provide valuable work experience for individuals with barriers who may be finding it challenging to attain and retain employment with other employers. Our local small serviceoriented businesses also serve as a springboard to launching many great professional careers, including physicians, dentists, veterinar-

ians, pharmacists, chiropractors, physiotherapists, in addition to providing the much needed services required by our residents.

Additionally, our local businesses are amazing supporters of the volunteer efforts of our citizens.

During the months of November and December, residents can donate their bottles to the Blackfalds Christmas Bureau by dropping them off at the donation bin in front of the Blackfalds Bottle Depot and too many local businesses to list are currently assisting to raise funds for the Blackfalds Food Bank and the Programs, Admissions, and Sports Subsidy Program by means of cash donations or silent auction items. I cannot thank our local businesses enough for all they do to for the not-for-profit and recreational organizations in the community.

The outstanding generosity shown by small businesses in Blackfalds and area throughout each and every year is phenomenal.

The Town of Blackfalds Economic Development and Tourism Board and the Blackfalds Chamber of Commerce are currently accepting nominations for the 2014 Business of the Year Awards. This year’s award program will recognize busi-

nesses in three categories: Service, Retail and Community Spirit. The nomination forms are available at over 40 local business locations or can be accessed and submitted on the Town of Blackfalds web site.

Please don’t miss this opportunity as a resident to say thank you to and recognize the business owners who do so much to make our Town the fantastic place that it is. Business of the Year nominations are being accepted until Nov. 10th and the presentations to the 2014 award winners will take place at 6 p.m. on Nov. 25th at the Civic Centre.

Another means for supporting our local small businesses is to take advantage of the Blackfalds Chamber of Commerce Passport to Christmas program. This much anticipated annual ‘think local first’ campaign runs from Nov. 1st until Dec. 19th and encourages purchases at participating local businesses. This year there are 41 local businesses participating and as a result, more prizes than ever before will be awarded, so be sure to ask for your passport when you are shopping in Blackfalds this holiday season.

Melodie Stol is the mayor of Blackfalds.

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Volunteer Central makes connections for volunteers

BY BRIAN VOSSEN Lacombe Express Volunteer Central is a not-for-profit organization that has operated under a number of different names and structure for more than 10 years.

Executive Director Karen Oatway said the organization fills a need that many volunteer and notfor-profit organizations have, but don’t have the resources to manage.

“Most non-profits, they work on very small budgets and they work with very few staff,” said Oatway.

“Lots of times there is not the money or the manpower to do a lot of volunteer recruitment.”

Volunteer Central partners with volunteer organizations and initiatives to help them find the volunteers they need. They also work with potential volunteers to connect them with groups that can make use

of their skills.

Volunteer Central accomplishes this by spreading the word about why volunteering is important, said Oatway.

This is done by doing school presentations, speaking at resource centres and through the media.

Oatway said that making links between volunteers and organizations is important, because a lot of volunteers don’t know how to go about making

them themselves. “I think there are lots of people that would like to volunteer they just don’t know where they should go or what’s involved,” said Oatway. “So we’re trying to help with that.”

Quite often, large events that utilize volunteer work are how volunteers get their start volunteering, said Oatway.

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For Oatway, volunteering is a valuable experience that anyone can learn a lot from.

She said it can be very rewarding whether volunteering is a familiar concept to someone or not.

“With volunteering, you are putting somebody else ahead of yourself,” said Oatway.

“I think you learn empathy, about what other people are going through and you see how much you truly have and how lucky you are when you are helping with something else.

You feel a part of something, you feel part of the community.”

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Oatway went on to say that there are a lot of different reasons for someone to be a volunteer. She said it helps people gain experience, get connected in a prospective career field, make references or just give them something to do in their free time.

There is a wide range of groups looking for volunteers that Volunteer Central works with.

Volunteer Central utilizes a search service on its web site that can help connect volunteers with different organizations.

Organizations seeking volunteers can post volunteer opportunities on the web site.

Potential volunteers can then search opportunities by geographical location, areas of expertise and so on, not unlike a job search service.

Volunteer Central also helps not-for-profits and volunteer organizations through workshops and

training for staff and volunteers. Sometimes Volunteer Central might design a workshop to fit the organizations’ needs, or other times direct them to other workshops already being held.

Lacombe is certainly a community that has a strong spirit of volunteering within it.

Oatway said she has visited Lacombe and witnessed that spirit firsthand and is working with organizations in Lacombe to help it grow.

Oatway said she has been involved with a ‘volunteer task force’ in Lacombe to help address any issues volunteers and volunteer organizations face in the community.

She said it deals with issues ranging from recruiting, to training, to volunteer recognition.

Volunteer Central began its life as the Community Information Referral.

It later became Volunteer Red Deer and this spring became Volunteer Central as a result of forming partnerships throughout Central Alberta rather than just in Red Deer and a desire to continue that trend.

“If Red Deer was having problems getting volunteers and connecting with organizations, we felt that the smaller communities might be having the same sort of problem.”

Volunteering is for everyone, said Oatway. While people who sign up to volunteer tend to be the same people who are already volunteering for 10 other things, she said there is an opportunity for everyone looking to share some time and effort with a larger cause.

Retirees, students, people looking for other careers, parents helping out with children’s activities, new residents looking to make connections and everyone else can find a way to volunteer.

“I think there is a volunteer opportunity for every single person.” news@lacombeexpress.com

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Thursday, November 6, 2014

Iain Benson to speak in new lecture series

BY BRIAN VOSSEN Lacombe Express A new lecture series to be offered at Canadian University College will be kicked off with a lecture by prominent speaker Iain Benson next week.

Presented in partnership with the University of Alberta’s Chester Ronning Centre and the division of Arts at CUC, Benson will deliver a lecture on Nov. 11th entitled ‘What Divides? What Unites? And Who Decides?: Pluralism and the Limits of the Law.’ Glen Graham, coordinator for the lecture series, said that Benson’s lecture will deal with how religion and politics interact.

It will talk about how far one can influence the other and who makes the decisions on such matters.

“It’s about pluralism and about how different faith traditions and political traditions negotiate political space,” said Graham.

“How do we cooperate? Who decides?

“How do we decide? Is there room for religion in the public sphere? In other words, what is the role of religious voices in politics?”

Canadian University College Division of Arts Dean John McDowell said that a conversation regarding the interaction between religion and the public sphere was not something CUC was looking for, but does fit well with the institution.

“I’M VERY PLEASED CANADIAN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE IS SPONSORING THIS NEW LECTURE SERIES. IT ADDS TO LACOMBE’S GROWING REPUTATION AS A ‘UNIVERSITY TOWN.’ MARK HAYNAL “This accords with what we are about, we are a faithbased institution so let’s have the debate,” said McDowell.

A renowned Canadian constitutional lawyer, Benson was involved in drafting the South African Charter of Religious Rights and Freedoms. He has also presented to the Supreme Court on a number of occasions with the Supreme Court citing his definition of secular in several cases.

“What I know about him is he is an engaging speaker with a lot of experience,” said Graham.

This lecture will be the first in a new lecture series being launched by the CUC. When Graham was first able to secure Benson’s lecture through his contacts at the Chester Ronning Centre it was going to be a ‘one-off’ event. However, after some discussion with faculty, the idea to launch an entire series came about.

When the idea was presented to CUC president Mark Haynal, he immediately gave his support and the university provided some seed money to fund the series.

McDowell said a number of private donors have stepped up as well.

Haynal also released a statement expressing his excitement for the series.

“I’m very pleased Canadian University College is sponsoring this new lecture series,” said Haynal.

“It adds to Lacombe’s growing reputation as a ‘university town.’ It also facilitates the kind of learning and dialogue in which all of us citizens should participate.”

Graham said that word about the new series is just starting to get out, but those who have heard of it have offered some positive feedback.

“We’re trying to get the word out there so we don’t have a lot of feedback yet, except for a few key people who have heard about it and are really excited about it,” said Graham.

“What I’m sensing is that there is a hunger for this kind of thing, because we don’t have a lot of it.

Graham said he thought the lecture series would make room for open dialogue, something that is often lacking when it comes to speaking of political issues in the public eye.

“In politics today we don’t have a lot of room for dialogue,” said Graham.

“We have room for contentious debate and talking

points. But not a lot of forums for discussions where people can come together and learn from each other, not just speak at each other.”

McDowell added that a post-secondary institution seemed an ideal location to host such a talk.

“We felt that the university would be an ideal location to host events where ideas can be discussed, disseminated and shared,” said McDowell. “It’s not a political forum. It’s sort of neutral ground in a sense. A university is a place for learning, so let’s come here and learn.”

McDowell added that it was important to the university to make the lecture a public event and share it with the community. He said that the university is part of the Lacombe community and needs to make an effort to join with the public on occasion.

“We also felt it was important that we not keep this to ourselves,” said McDowell.

Graham and McDowell said they hope to grow the lecture series in the next year to offer two to four different lectures.

Graham said the topics of those lectures will vary, but all will deal with relevant topics of concern to Central Albertans.

Iain Benson’s Lecture will take place at 7 p.m. on Nov. 11th at Canadian University College’s McKibbin Education Building, 5415 College Ave. Admission is free. For more information, contact Glen Graham at 403-307-3491. news@lacombeexpress.com

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Light Up the Night is back and better than ever

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express This year’s Light Up The Night festival is promised to be bigger and better than years previous thanks to generous sponsors and community feedback, organizers say.

Guy Lapointe, community economic development manager for Lacombe, said there is a lot in store this year, including a special surprise that will be revealed during the tree lighting ceremony and lights show at the Lacombe Memorial Centre (LMC).

Light Up the Night will begin on Nov. 26th with a big band concert at the LMC and will run through until Nov. 29th, ending with a number of events that day. “About two years ago when we started this, people kind of told us that the display at the LMC was a little underwhelming.

This year, we got a bunch of sponsors involved and we’ve really been able to build this very cool display,â€? said Lapointe. “There is actually about 50,000 lights at the LMC and we’re promising people a big surprise – it’s not so much about the lights but something else. We’re crossing our ďŹ ngers that we’re going to be able to make it happen, we just have to get things going smoothly.â€?

Lapointe said he is excited to bring a great festival to the City this year.

Events are abundant and will include a number of things from the traditional Tim Hortons Santa Claus Parade, a ‘moonlight madness’ shopping experience, hay rides, a world record attempt to free movies and interactive activities on Cranna Lake.

There will be a slight change in the parade route this year, and Lapointe urges citizens to check online for the route so they can plan accordingly. The route will begin at McDonalds and then will head along the same path as years previous.

There will also be a lights competition

that offers residential entries a chance to win a big screen TV. “Every year there is sort of a residential and a commercial side to it – people can register by putting their address online before Nov. 27th. What we do is we actually post a map on the 27th that people can take and go check out the sights. Then citizens vote online for their favourite houses. First prize on the residential side of things is a big screen TV, and then we also do three random draws for gift cards at local grocery stores.�

For the families who don’t go all out when decorating, they can still enter their addresses for a chance to win one of the three grocery store gift cards. The only houses eligible for the big screen TV are those houses that have committed some serious decorating time.

The big day for the Festival is Nov. 27th.

There are wine tastings for the adults, a Christmas farmer’s market in the evening for families and either and ice slide or frozen throne for children in Lest We Forget Park. “Wednesday, we kick off the event with a big band performance. Thursday is really a day of observation – the town tree is lit, the parade happens, there are things to shop around for. Friday will be more of the interactive day. We have a lot of activities planned down at Cranna Lake including ice sculpting and a ďŹ reworks display,â€? said Lapointe. “Saturday is a great day to relax after everything. There will be some free Christmas movies at the theatre here in town, free swimming, the gift and craft sale. It gives people a day to slow down and relax after all of the fun.â€?

A full list of events, pricing and location details is available on the Lacombe Tourism web site. Submissions for both the residential and commercial decoration competition must be submitted by Nov. 27th. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

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‘Passport to Christmas’ is on the go in Lacombe

BY BRIAN VOSSEN Lacombe Express Now running for its third year, it’s time again for ‘Passport to Christmas’.

On Nov. 1st, the Lacombe Chamber of Commerce launched the popular shop local program for the holiday season. Executive Director for the Chamber Monica Bartman said this year double the number of businesses are involved and the Chamber is expecting to hand out about 6,000 passports as opposed to the 3,800 or so that were handed out last year.

Bartman added that some businesses are already running low on passports and have asked to be supplied with more, so she will be busy making more copies.

“I see a lot more printing in my future, so that’s good.”

For those who are unfamiliar, the Lacombe Passport to Christmas program is a shop local incentive aimed at encouraging Lacombians to spend their money within the community during the holiday shopping season. Passports can be picked up by shoppers at any of the 31 participating businesses in Lacombe and are stamped for every $10 spent at any of those businesses.

Once passports are filled, they can be entered into a draw for ‘Lacombe Bucks’, certificates which can be spent locally at any of the same par-

ticipating businesses. Bartman said this year the Chamber has added two prizes for incomplete passports as well, in case shoppers have any uncompleted passports when the deadline hits.

The first prize is $1,000 in Lacombe Bucks, the second prize is $500 in Lacombe Bucks, the third prize is for $250 in Lacombe Bucks and the two final prizes for incomplete passports are $100 Lacombe Bucks each.

While there are now prizes for incomplete passports, it shouldn’t be too difficult for Lacombe shoppers to fill up their passports as there is a wide variety of different businesses participating in the program.

“We have everything,” said Bartman.

All four of Lacombe’s major grocery retailers are participating in the program so families can fill up their passports on grocery runs. Other specialty food stores are also partaking, so shoppers can get stamped for getting appetizers for a Christmas party and for outdoor décor like Christmas lighting, there are a few hardware stores involved. All that, and everything in between has a place on the Passport to Christmas, said Bartman.

“There is a great variety which I think adds a lot to the program because it has something to offer for every consumer.”

She added the Chamber is still working on gathering information

to find out just how well the shop local is working at keeping Christmas shoppers in Lacombe, but the program has grown quite a bit in the last three years it has run in this format. She added that the program doesn’t just help keep shoppers’ dollars within Lacombe during the build up to Christmas it makes it easy for consumers to spend their money in the community after the holiday season with the Lacombe Bucks prizes.

This is something that is important to Bartman. “I think it’s really important for people who live in a community, wherever that community is, whether it’s Lacombe or elsewhere, to be committed to the area that they live, to the area that they call home.”

Passports for the Passport to Christmas program can be picked up at any participating retailer. For a full list of participating businesses, check the Chamber web site at www.lacombechamber.ca.

There are seven locations to drop off completed passports inlcuding Sunny 94, Fischer’s Pharmasave, Lacombe Storage Center, Nowco Home Hardware, Sobeys and Lionel’s No Frills and the Chamber office. The draws for the prizes will take place on Dec. 17th in conjunction with the Chamber’s ‘Business After Five’ event at the MNP office. Deadline for completed passports is Dec. 15th at 5 p.m. news@lacombeexpress.com

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City Council Dates Lacombe City Council Meetings are open to the public and all are encouraged to attend.

Meeting agendas are posted online at www.lacombe.ca by 3:00 p.m. the Friday before every Council Meeting.

Lower speed zone in downtown core extended to include school

The next scheduled Regular Council Meeting dates and times are:

Monday, November 10, 2014 at 5 p.m.

Monday, November 24, 2014 at 5 p.m.

Monday, December 1, 2014 at 5 p.m. (Committee Meeting)

Public Notice

Kinsmen Aquatic Centre The Kinsmen Aquatic Centre is hosting adult swimming lessons from November 18 till December 11. The classes will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 8 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.

This is a registered program for adults of all abilities who want to learn to swim or develop their swimming skills. The cost is $50.25. Call (403)782-1278 for more information or to register.

PD day Toonie Swims: November 7 from 1pm - 3pm November 21 from 1pm -3pm Remembrance Day (November 11): Public Swim from 1pm – 3pm /Family Swim from 3pm-5pm

Reminders

Waste Collection Schedule Change Residents are advised that garbage and recycling normally picked up on Tuesday, November 11 (Remembrance Day), will instead be picked up on Wednesday, November 12.

Nuisance Bylaw Reminder Enforcement Services would like to remind residents that all dogs off their owner’s property must be leashed at all times with a leash no longer than two meters (six feet) in length, in order to protect the other pets, owners, and the general public.

Control is a main factor when owners are out walking their dogs. When a dog is on a leash longer than two meters (six feet), the person is not able to pull the dog back in order to grab the dog or collar. Long leashes allow the dog to be a greater distance from the owner, and the dog will attempt interaction with a pedestrian even if it is not wanted. There is a risk of the longer leash becoming tangled around the legs of a pedestrian, causing them to trip and fall. Also, if two dogs were to get into a fight, the long leash will get tangled around them, and they will not be able to be separated.

At its October 27, 2014, regular meeting Council directed City administration to continue the current 30 kilometers per hour speed zone in the downtown core, and to extend the speed zone to include the area between 53 Street and 54 Street.

“Council is pleased to extend the zone of enhanced pedestrian safety along the highway to include the Lacombe Outreach School in response to legitimate safety concerns expressed by students, parents and school administrators,” said Mayor Steve Christie.

“City crews will install clear signage to alert drivers to the expanded 30 kilometers per hour speed zone in November,” said Director of Planning and Operations Matthew Goudy.

In September 2013 Council directed administration to enact a 30 kilometers per hour speed zone on Highway 12 from

53 Street to Highway 2A during the hours of 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Monday through Friday. Outside of these times the speed limit remains 50 kilometers per hour.

Highway 12 is a significant roadway within the community, with typical daily traffic volumes in the range of 10,000 vehicles per day, of which about15 percent are heavy trucks.

As a major east/west connector, this roadway is used by industrial vehicles as well as commuters, and residents of Lacombe running errands or accessing services downtown.

As Lacombe has grown, the downtown area has grown busier, and the volume of traffic has increased. This led to concerns regarding pedestrian safety in the area, as there are many boutique shops, historical places of interest, and even a tour of the City’s building-sized murals, all of which attract residents and visitors alike.

Tape Him Up Join us on November 27th immediately after the Light Up Ceremony to tape Mayor Christie to a tree in the LMC! This is a FUNdraiser for the Arts Endowment Fund.

Duct tape will be available for a loonie a foot, that you can use to tape him up!

Enforcement officers also receive many complaints from parks and trails users regarding dog owners not scooping up after their pets. The amended fines for failing to remove defecation are now: first offence - $100; second offence $150; third offence - $200.

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Annual Poppy Campaign and Remembrance Day Service The Royal Canadian Legion’s Lacombe Branch # 79 kicked o their annual Poppy Campaign on October 31st with Branch President Susan Churchill and Sergeant of Arms John Mellon presenting the ďŹ rst poppy to Mayor Steve Christie at a special ceremony at City Hall. “On behalf of Council and the City of Lacombe I am honoured to accept this symbolic ďŹ rst poppy to kick o the Royal Canadian Legion 2014 Poppy Campaign,â€? said Mayor Steve Christie. “The citizens of Lacombe stand together with our fellow Canadians to honor the memory of all veterans past and present who have served our country and paid the ultimate sacriďŹ ce.â€? “The recent tragic events in our country that took the lives of Warrant Sergeant Patrice Vincent and Corporal Nathan Cirillo, as well as the loss of our own Master Corporal Byron Gre have reinforced the importance of the annual poppy campaignâ€?, said Mayor Christie.

Money donated during the Royal Canadian Legion Lacombe Branch 79 Poppy Campaign is placed in a public trust fund.

Some of the ways this money is used to improve life for people in our communities include: • Educational bursaries to the Ecole Lacombe Composite High and Lacombe Christian High School students • Comforts for veterans in hospital or hospitalized veterans • Immediate assistance for ex-service men and women in need • Community medical appliances –two IV pumps were purchased for the Lacombe Hospital and Care Centre and a deďŹ brillator was purchased for the Lacombe Legion; Medical research and training • Donations for disaster relief for disasters declared by federal and provincial governments • Expenses of the Branch Veteran Services Chairman

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An objection has been made to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board against an October 8, 2014 decision made by the City of Lacombe Municipal Planning Commission to approve a discretionary development permit to construct a detached garage with rear secondary suite with a 15% variance to height for only that portion of the accessory building containing the secondary suite, a maximum variance of 20% to principal dwelling versus accessory building size ratio, and a maximum variance of 30% lot coverage for the accessory bulding, at 19 Westview Drive (Lot 41 BMock 5 Plan 772 0823, zoned R1b).

The appeal relates to the number of variances and principle dwelling/ secondary suite floor area ratio.

8:00 a.m. Laying of wreaths at the Cenotaph, Lest We Forget Park

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Take notice that the following Discretionary Use Permits have been approved: DATE PERMIT# LOCATION DEVELOPMENT Oct. 30 61/251.66 5010 50 Street Expansion of Existing Use Oct. 30 61/251.92 9 Beardsley Crescent Semi Detached Dwelling Oct. 30 61/252.93 11 Beardsley Crescent Semi Detached Dwelling Documents pertaining to the development permits may be inspected at City Hall, 5432-56 Avenue, during regular business hours.

Anyone claiming to be aected by the approval of the Permitted Uses with Variances or Discretionary Uses may submit an objection within 14 days from the date of notice. The appeal must be in writing, accompanied with a $50.00 fee and be directed to: Lacombe Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, Attn: Secretary to the SDAB, 5432 - 56 Avenue Lacombe, AB T4L 1E9

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Lacombe Walking Group Wednesdays from 12-12:30 p.m. Meet at Medcombe Walk-in Clinic, nor registration required.

EVENTS Gospel Music Evening by traditional and country gospel group Gospel 792. Nov. 9th at 7 p.m. at Kozy Korner in Lacombe.

Refreshments provided.

Ghostpine 40+ Christmas Party at the Pine Lake Hub Community Centre Nov. 10th. Doors open at 6 p.m. dinner at 6:30 p.m. Entertainment to follow. Black Velvet Band and Cowboy Poet. Admission is $25. Ticket numbers limited. Call 403-886-2478.

Canadian National Institute for the Blind – Lacombe peer support group. For seniors who are blind or partially sighted.

Bi-monthly meetings held at Spruce Terrace in Lacombe (5002-51 Ave). Next meeting is Nov. 19th at 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

For more information contact Amanda Bradley, senior peer support specialist, CNIB Red Deer at 403-346-0037.

Lacombe Christmas Farmers’ Markets – Fridays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Lacombe Memorial Centre. Starting Nov. 14th ending Dec. 12th. Special Moonlight Madness sale on Nov. 27th from 5-10 p.m.

Visions Country Gospel Christmas Concert will be held at Blackfalds United Church on Nov. 21st at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 and 16 and underare free. There will also be a silent auction and snacks provided. Phone 403885-4857 or 403-885-4780 or check out www.blackfaldsunitedchurch.com for more information or advance tickets.

Elnora Christmas Market at the Elnora Community Hall, Dec. 6th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Lunch will be served all day and photos will be offered this year. For more information or to book tables call 403-7732270 or 403-773-2269.

Parkland Classical Singers community choir based in Lacombe is looking for more members.

Rehearsals are held on Thursdays from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Wolf Creek Community Church beginning. For more information call Carolyn at 403-782-7365.

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Kozy Korner Sunday Music at 1 p.m. the last three Sundays of each month. Kozy Korner Tuesday Dinners – every week at noon.

Lacombe Legion Breakfasts every third Sunday of every month from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Lacombe Dance Lessons - social and choreographed ballroom dancing. Traditional Two-step or Cha Cha/Jive. For details phone Cliff at 403-782-4094.

The Red Deer Legion Pipe Band is actively recruiting experienced and inexperienced people from the Central Alberta area, who are interested in joining the Band.

Anyone with piping or drumming experience, or if you would like to learn piping or drumming, are asked to please contact us at 403-782-7183 or by email at amacaskill@telus.net. Practices are held at the Red Deer Legion on Tuesdays at 7 p.m.

Quilting and crafts held at Blackfalds United Church on Mondays at 9:30a.m. Help make quilts or bring your own quilt/craft to work on. Visit www.blackfaldsunitedchurch.com or call 403-885-

Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 – 9 p.m. Girls only drop-in is also Wednesdays from 6 – 9 p.m.

Thursdays Grade 3-6 drop-in program runs from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. and Grade 4 and up program from 6 – 9 p.m. Cost is 2$ for drop-in and ball hockey with drop-in 10 passes at $10 and ball hockey season pass at $50.

Drop in Pool Tournament runs every Saturday from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Lacombe Hotel.

Circle of Friends - free weekly supper for the community, nutritious meals for anyone interested. It runs at Bethel Christian Reformed Church.

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St. Andrew’s United Church Jr. Choir for ages five – 18. Meets Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. contact Jesssica at 403-3525486. St. Andrew’s United Church Adult Choir for those 18 and older. Practices on Wednesdays from 7:15 – 8:30 p.m.

Contact St. Andrew’s United Church office at 403-782-3148.

Real Men Sing Barbershop! The Wild Rose Harmonizers Barbershop Chorus is a chorus for males of all ages who love to sing four-part a cappella harmony. We are a proud member of the Barbershop Harmony society providing entertainment at seniors’ lodges, hospitals and numerous community and private functions throughout the year. No experience is required, just a love to sing. Join us on Tuesday evening, rehearsals from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Davenport Church of Christ (#68 Donlevy Ave.) For information, call David at 403-342-1318 or email crozsmit@telusplanet. net. Visit www.harmonizers.ca.

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The Lacombe Legion has bingo on Mondays at 7 p.m. in the upstairs hall. Coffee time runs Wednesdays from 9:30-11 a.m. ($2 for coffee, tea and cookies). On Fridays, there are four meat draws and tickets are $2/ set of three tickets. Draw starts at 6:30 p.m. On Saturdays, there are four meat draws which start at 4:30 p.m. Chase the ace starts after meat draws.

New to Lacombe? Contact Lacombe Welcome Wagon at 403-348-9567 for free maps, information about the City and area, as well as free gifts from local businesses. New baby in the family? Contact Lacombe Welcome Wagon at 403-3489567 for free information, baby product samples as well as free gifts from local businesses.

Youth Unlimited Drop-in Activites – New schedule! Drop-in activities now run every Tuesday from 6 – 9 p.m. with ball hockey on

Coffee Time at the Lacombe Legion runs every Wednesday morning. Come join us for coffee. $2.

Gatherings run from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Lacombe Legion.

Old-time dances run at the Red Deer Legion every Wednesday evening. Smorg at 5 p.m. with dance at 7:30 p.m. Cover charge $6. Country music runs Friday and Saturday evenings 7 to 11 p.m. 403-342-0035.

MEETINGS Affirm provides safe and confidential support to people of all sexual orientation and identity, their families and friends. We meet in Lacombe. For more information, call Marg at 403-7821887 or Ross at 403-782-3671.

The Lacombe Hospital Auxiliary meets the first Thursday of every month at 1:30 p.m. in the Education Room at the hospital. New members welcome. For more information, call Rilla at 403-782-6165.

Imperial Daughters of the Empire is a non-profit women’s volunteer program that raises money in support of numerous initiatives supporting educations. Meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of every month and begin at 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church. For more information, contact Mary Lou Wilson 403-782-3923.

W.H.O.L.E. - Widows Helping Others Live Earnestly. W.H.O.L.E. can help you adjust to your loss, to channel your grief into helping others who are struggling with loss, and to help you gain perspective as a person who has a new role to be fulfilled. It’s about widow to widow interaction and socialization. It’s about being able to express with like-minded women the pain and confusion that comes with loss, as well as the encouragement and friendship to help you once again live a life filled with meaning and purpose...an earnest life.

There are no councillors present, only a facilitator to help keep conversations moving. W.H.O.L.E meets monthly and is open to widows of all ages. Space is limited, so please phone to book a spot. Refreshments will be served. Call 403-550-4508.

Lacombe Art Guild meets regularly on the second and third Tuesday of each month. A variety of workshops are provided for developing artists. Membership is $15 per year. Contact Betty Peers at 403-782-9968 or blog lacombeartclubwordpress.com.

Meetings runs in LMC Credit Union Room at 5214 50 Ave. Are you having problems with someone else’s drinking? We are an anonymous group of men and women who can offer encouragement and support. Call Al-Anon Family groups at 403346-0320 for a list of meetings.

The Parkinson’s Society Education and Support Group runs the third Wednesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. in the Davenport Church of Christ. 403-346-4463.

An Amputee Support Group Meeting, sponsored by the Alberta Amputee Sport and Recreation Association at 7:30 in Room 2207 in the South Complex of the Red Deer Regional Hospital.

Meetings the fourth Monday of each month. 403-357-3671.

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Thursday, November 6, 2014

Horoscope ARIES

TAURUS

Mar 21/Apr 20

Apr 21/May 21

Conflicting messages confuse

Don’t be too hard on yourself

you this week, Aries. Just

this week, Taurus. You really

don’t let this confusion keep

do not need to push yourself

you from doing what you think

unless you are feeling

is right. Choose a course and

motivated to do so. If you feel

stick with it.

like relaxing, so be it.

GEMINI May 22/Jun 21

CANCER Jun 22/Jul 22

Gemini, stick to the outskirts

Cancer, this week you may

of the room and be a quiet

feel an unusual need to be

observer of what’s going on

noticed and appreciated by

around you instead of being

others. Embrace the spotlight

the center of attention. You

and make the most of this

may enjoy being a fly on the

opportunity to share your

wall for a change.

thoughts.

LEO

VIRGO

Jul 23/Aug 23

Aug 24/Sept 22

Leo, you may find it hard to

Virgo, do the right thing even

establish your priorities this

if it costs you something

week, but you have a good head on your shoulders and will figure out the path to take. have fun.

your example.

Fill-in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started.

Remember: You must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box.

CLUES DOWN (cont.)

41. American bridge engineer James B. 42. “Rule Britannia” composer 43. Let it stand 44. Not bright 45. Rated horsepower 46. Pinna 47. Prefix for before

be carefully monitored, and someone is learning by

LIBRA

ANSWER

emotionally. Your actions may

Give yourself a chance to

Sept 23/Oct 23

HOW TO PLAY:

SCORPIO Oct 24/Nov 22

Libra, try your hardest to make

Scorpio, you are better at

a tricky set of circumstances

dealing with things when they’re out in the light of day.

work to your advantage.

You don’t like to be secretive,

Working with a partner is a

nor do you like the idea of

great way to get things done.

others keeping secrets.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 23/Dec 21

CAPRICORN Dec 22/Jan 20

Sagittarius, do not look at a

Capricorn, though you may feel

current problem as something

like lashing out at others, this

that will always block your

week you show an impressive

success and happiness.

amount of self-restraint. Get

Instead, use this obstacle as a

through the week, and things

way to get your bearings.

will turn around.

AQUARIUS

PISCES

Jan 21/Feb 18

Feb 19/Mar 20

The messages you are receiving from everyone around you seem mottled and mixed, Aquarius. Instead of socializing with others, maybe you just need some alone time.

Pisces, speak up if you do not feel you are receiving enough emotional support from your closest allies. Maybe they do not know how you’re feeling.

CLUES ACROSS 1. Smooth music 7. Fails to explode 10. Voluted 12. Tear down 13. Propose for office 14. Yiddish expert 15. Great ape of Borneo 16. Arab outer garments 17. Hundredweight 18. The Muse of history 19. Neutralizes alkalis 21. Mortar trough 22. Lapsed into bad habits 27. Potato State

28. DeGeneres’ partner CLUES DOWN 33. Egyptian sun god 1. Peru’s capital 34. Makes more precise 2. Emerald Isle 36. Deafening noise 3. Group of criminals 37. Expresses pleasure 4. Flat sweet pea petals 38. __ Nui, Easter Island 5. Vietnamese offensive 39. Founder of Babism 6. A lyric poem 40. Speed competition 7. Philippine seaport & gulf 41. Artist’s tripod 8. Utilizes 44. Records 9. Lair 45. A witty reply 10. Covering of snow 48. The content of cognition 11. Covered walkway 49. Mohs scale measure 12. Overzealous 50. __ student, learns healing 14. Stench 51. Put in advance 17. Compartment

18. 2nd largest Costa Rican island 20. Danish Krone (abbr.)

23. Long narrow bands 24. Woody tropical vine 25. Farm state 26. Tooth caregiver 29. Popular Canadian word 30. Resort 31. Members of U.S. Navy 32. Smokes 35. Smiling so big (texting) 36. Capital of Bangladesh 38. Tore down 40. Travel in a car

ANSWER

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SPORTS Raiders take championship for second year

BY BRIAN VOSSEN Lacombe Express Once again, the Lacombe Raiders have claimed a championship title.

On Nov. 1st, the Lacombe Raiders defeated the Hunting Hills Lightning 21 – 16 to claim the league championship for the second year running.

It is also their fifth title in the last 11 years, but the first time those wins have been consecutive.

Coach Darren Gagnon said it was at times a difficult game, but the Raiders prevailed in the end.

“I think in the end, our kids overcame,” said Gagnon. “Their hearts took over and they came together as a team.”

It was an incredibly tense final match-up between the Lacombe Raiders and the Hunting Hills Lightning. With both teams very evenly matched, the game could have gone either way right up until the final seconds.

Lacombe drew first blood and managed to establish a somewhat comfortable 11-0 lead which the Raiders held until the end of the second quarter. With little time left in the first half, Hunting Hills managed to score a touchdown and a successful conversion kick to put the Lightning back in the game and make the score 11-8.

While the Raiders still had a three-point lead going into the second half, things were much closer and the pressure of the game could be felt from the sidelines.

Once again, Lacombe’s outstanding defense served them well, keeping the Hunting Hills offence at bay for the most part, but the one touchdown that did get through changed the mood of the already tight game entirely.

After that second touchdown and conversion kick from the Lightning the tables were turned.

With the score of 16-11 in favour of Hunting Hills, the Raiders were in trouble.

While there was still plenty of time on the clock, the Raiders couldn’t afford to make mistakes.

A few offensive missteps throughout the game had held them back and had now caught up with them.

The Raiders rose to the challenge, wasting little time putting offensive pressure on the Lightning and bringing play deep into their zone.

While Lacombe couldn’t turn a series of plays near the Lightning goal line into a touchdown, subsequent plays with the ball in Hunting Hills’ possession allowed them to pick up two points for a safety.

On their next foray deep in Lightning territory, the Raiders did manage to pull off a touchdown.

Kicker Jack Bahler even got the chance to re-kick his blocked conversion due to an offside call against Hunting Hills and was successful on the second attempt to make the score 21-16.

Lacombe was again ahead on the board, but there was still more game to go. Luckily, the Raiders had already pulled together, both on offence and defense and their determination to leave the field with the championship title was evident.

It was a game that was peppered with some mistakes by the Raiders but when they came together and dug deep for the effort to pull off the win, they were unstoppable. As Coach Wayne Haarstad said, it was passion that won the Raiders this year’s title.

“Team of Hearts, that’s what I call them,” said Haarstad.

Both Haarstad and Gagnon complimented the Lightning on a championship well played.

“It was two equal teams that both played great,” said Gagnon.

“Hats off to them for bringing a great game to us,” said Haarstad.

While the game was a close one, neither of the coaches faltered in their confidence, they said.

“I had too much faith in our

BREAKOUT - Lacombe Raider Logan Ellis looks for a way through the Hunting Hills Lightning defence during the championship game last weekend at ME Global Field. Lacombe won the game 21-16 to claim their second league Brian Vossen/Lacombe Express championship title in a row. kids,” said Gagnon. He also praised the Raiders for their commitment to the sport.

“Do you know what it’s like for 38 kids to show up every night and not miss a practice or anything? It’s unbelievable. As dedicated as any Lacombe Raiders team we have ever had.”

It was clear from the ceremonies and presentation after a game that it was a very emotional game for both teams and for the coaches as much as for the players. Both coaches said they were incredibly proud of their teams and touched by the players’ determination.

“It was difficult to hold back

the tears,” said Gagnon.

“I’m unbelievably proud,” said Haarstad.

As excited as the Raiders are to be named league champions for the second year running, this is not the end of the road for them.

Next weekend, the Raiders will travel to Edmonton to play in the provincial semi-final.

Haarstad and Gagnon said provincials will certainly be a challenge. They commented on how bigger pools of players in Edmonton and Calgary allow teams to pick more talented players at this level.

“They don’t have weak players,” said Gagnon.

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As there are several first-year players on the Raiders roster this year, Haarstad said it will be up to the veterans more than ever to step up and lead by example.

“The veterans will take (the rookies) under their wings and teach them,” said Haarstad. He also said the Raiders veterans had “the biggest hearts” of anyone he had ever coached.

After the game, Lacombe’s veterans said that they will have even more drive to perform at provincials, especially considering they lost in the final last season. Because of this, they are already hungry for the cup. news@lacombeexpress.com

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Local curler excelling in new program

BY BRIAN VOSSEN Lacombe Express A young Lacombe curler is striving to be the best she can at her sport and now has a shot at competing in the Canada Winter Games.

When her high school curling team disbanded after last season, Chantele Broderson started looking into other programs to continue curling. She then got involved with an elite University of Alberta program for young curlers.

Broderson said she had known about the program previously because she had played against curlers from the program a few times at different bonspiels.

She has been part of the program since March and now is drawing near her first major competition since.

This weekend, Broderson and her team will be in Calgary to compete in trials for the 2015 Canada Winter Games in Prince George, British Columbia.

“It’s our first major thing,” said Broderson.

“It’s pretty much what we got the team together for.”

Broderson said she is looking forward to the competition and her anticipation has been building since she began the program in March. However, she feels secure in her ability to compete.

“I’m excited,” said Broderson. “I feel very confident.”

Since beginning the elite program, Broderson has seen quite a difference in her game. She said there is more structure to game play and she is also doing more off-ice strength training and conditioning, something she hadn’t done before.

While curling isn’t known for being a sport where physical fitness is paramount, Broderson said it makes a difference at the higher levels.

When you are curling between four and seven games in a single weekend at a bonspiel, it helps to work out.

“You have more endurance and you feel a lot better after the weekend is over too,” said Broderson.

“You kind of have an upper hand on your competition as well.”

In any case, the program seems to be paying off for Broderson.

“I’ve been enjoying it quite a bit,” said Broder-

HONING SKILLS - Chantele Broderson practices some shots at the Lacombe Curling Club. Broderson has been preparing for the 2015 Canada Winter Trials in Brian Vossen/Lacombe Express Calgary which take place this weekend. son. “I’ve noticed that I’ve improved quite a bit.”

She first got started curling because both her parents and her grandparents are avid curlers. She said she was exposed to the sport at a young age.

Now 17, Broderson has been curling for eight or nine years.

As she gained experience playing the sport, she developed a keen interest for the strategy involved in curling.

That interest led her to continue developing her knowledge of curling to better understand the different strategies. It also led her to playing the position of skip, the player who calls the shots and throws the last rock for the team.

For those two reasons,

CANADIAN

skips are often under a lot of pressure.

However, Broderson said she performs well under pressure and enjoys that aspect of the game as well.

“I like kind of being able to have some control over what I get to throw as my last rock,” said Broderson.

“You kind of get to arrange the end the way you want to.”

As a young curler, it was something special for Broderson to be involved with the Boston Pizza Cup when it was hosted in Lacombe last year.

“It was cool because I did some officiating with that, so it was nice to be able to see all the players and interact with them being on the ice with them,” said Broderson.

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She said she is looking forward to being involved in the same capacity with the Provincial Women’s Championships when Lacombe hosts them at the end of January. She added that such publicity is good for the sport of curling within Lacombe.

“I think it’s nice to have the exposure in Lacombe, especially since there are not very many junior curlers,” said Broderson.

“It’s a good way to promote junior curling a bit. I have noticed there are a lot more junior curlers than there were last year.”

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program and high school, Broderson has also curled in the Lacombe Ladies Curling League, winning the league last season with her team.

Her high school team also took fifth place in the Alberta Junior Provincial Championships last season and have a banner hanging in the Lacombe Curling Rink from that tournament.

Broderson added that her team was the youngest one at the competition as well.

Throughout her curling career, she has enjoyed many such successes. She said that she thinks her love of curling fueled those

achievements.

Because Broderson enjoys curling so much, she spent more time playing it and developing her skill.

Because she spent so much time developing her skill, she has become quite talented at the sport and enjoyed a lot of successes.

As for her future in curling, Broderson said she plans to keep playing for as long as she is able. She said she hopes to play at the university level, possibly with the U of A and has aspirations of curling at the Olympics or the Scotties Tournament of Hearts. news@lacombeexpress.com

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ARTS & LEISURE

Concert to support prostate cancer research and awareness

BY MARK WEBER Lacombe Express A concert presented by the Central Alberta Prostate Awareness & Support Group is slated for Nov. 7th at Festival Hall in Red Deer.

Singer/songwriter/artist Ben Crane will be featured at the event, which starts at 7 p.m. and also includes Lloyd Griffith, Ol’ Frisky, Ray Baird & Rod Soonias and Visions Country Gospel. Proceeds will go to the David Thompson Health Trust in support of those affected by prostate cancer.

Originally from New York and raised at Three Hills, Crane is an accomplished musician and a visual artist – and one of only a few Canadians drawing for the greeting card company Leanin’ Tree. He’s also a founding member of Cowboy Cartoonists International and has been a standard at western festivals and art shows across western North America.

Music has also played a prominent role in his life.

“Music came to me by osmosis,” explains Crane, who currently lives between Leslieville and Eckville. “I come from a very musical family – none of them really performed, but dad and I would jam all the time. He’d play these wild jazz swing chords.” Crane started working on some sizzling melody lines to complement his dad’s playing, and the results were memorable. “That’s how I got started. And my mom would play the piano when no one was around,” he adds, chuckling. “My dad’s sister is also an incredible piano player and my mom’s grand-daddy played a five-string banjo and I don’t know how many other things. So music has always been around. When we weren’t playing it, we were listening to it.”

Crane has also recorded several CDs, the latest being a Gospel project called Wonder Working God. Others over the years include Remember the Cross, Hard Times, Off My Rocker, When Cowboys Rode as Kings and Sunlight on Silver.

“I grew up on classic country, jazz, the blues – music was just on all of the time in the house. I never thought of it as anything other then being as natural as breathing.”

Wonder Working God includes many songs that are part of his church at Withrow. “I kept the rock feel but I countrified it,” he explains of the disc. “It’s kind of ‘driving’ music – throw it in and try to stay

under 100,” he laughs.

Crane sings and performs outside of Gospel music circles as well, sharing his gift with all kinds of community causes and organizations. He also loves the chance to chat with his audiences between songs.

“That’s the difference between a musician and an entertainer. You can be the absolute best musician and play everything with incredible skill and heart, but if you can’t talk to the audience and set them at ease, you’re only half the package.

“I firmly believe that any art or gifting should be honed. My job is to take what I’ve been given and put everything I’ve got into it and learn as much as I can about it, so that when I give the gift to the next guy, it’s excellent. It doesn’t have to be perfect – there’s no such thing as perfect, not around me,” he laughs. “But I want to make it excellent. If someone can walk out the door (of a show) happier two hours after they first walked in, then it’s the icing on the cake – I’ve done what I set out to do.”

Meanwhile, as he grew older, his gift for drawing was also proving to be quite the natural gift. He had started training as a machinist under his father as a young guy, and that’s when, in his Grade 9 year, a local artist from a commercial studio asked Crane’s dad for permission to apprentice him. “That’s the last time I swept dad’s shop,” he recalls. “I really had no idea what to do with it. I just assumed that every kid drew.

“It’s so much fun to be able to do, as a career, what your gifts are. I’m a firm believer that if you can do as a career what you are gifted at naturally, you won’t work a day in your life because it won’t feel like work.”

But after a 10-year stint as a commercial illustrator and graphic designer, it was time to move on. In 1992, he entered a show with a group of cartoonists in Cody, Wyoming.

“We all shared the same philosophy about our style of art, and I soon realized I was in unbelievable company. With a host of other Leanin’ Tree artists, some whose careers I had followed since a kid, we all formed a now notorious group of artists called the Cowboy Cartoonists International.”

Meanwhile, for Crane, music provides a means of connecting with folks such as with the Awareness Musicale event.

“Music to me is more about the heart.

There’s a deeper connection there than

HOMEGROWN - Local singer/songwriter Ben Crane will be lending his talents to an Awareness Musicale event on Nov. 7th at Festival Hall in Red Deer. Proceeds from the concert will go to the photo submitted David Thompson Health Trust in support of those affected by prostate cancer. anything else. When my spirit can connect with someone’s spirit, there’s something deeper there than the artwork. The artwork is fun and has a medicinal effect as well, but it’s not nearly as powerful as when the soul and the heart of one person connects with that of another.

“You can also say things through music that you can’t say through talking. It’s like you are given permission to say what’s re-

ally on your heart and what really matters in a song whether it’s something spiritual, a love song, or something celebrating the family.”

For more about the Awareness Musicale event, call Mac at 403-347-2191. Tickets are available by phone at 1-877-895-4430, online at www.davidthompsonhealthtrust.com or at 53rd Street Music. editor@reddeerexpress.com

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Losing keys may be a stomach, not a brain problem Do you suffer from a sore mouth, fatigue, anemia, constipation, loss of appetite, numbness or tingling in the hands and feet, depression, confusion and poor memory? If so, a report from Tufts University School of Nutrition says there’s a possibility you may have a deficiency of Vitamin B12 which is essential for neurological function. Moreover, recent studies show this is not just a senior problem.

If a lack of B12 is producing symptoms, the cause may lie in the stomach, not in the brain. As we age, the stomach’s lining becomes thinner and decreases its production of hydrochloric acid. This vitamin firmly attaches to a protein making it hard to pry it loose to allow absorption unless adequate amounts of hydrochloric acid are present.

A lack of B12 is not a rare problem. Studies show that one person in five over age 60 and two in five over 80 years of age cannot absorb Vitamin B12 from food. The report from Tufts claims that more people are affected by a B12 deficiency than previously suspected by doctors.

One reason is that last year North American doctors prescribed 160 million

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JONES prescriptions for proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), the most popular acid-depressing drugs. PPIs such as Nexium, Prevacid and Prilosec are very effective in decreasing hydrochloric acid, relieving indigestion and acid reflux. But studies show that those who take PPIs for more than two years are 65% more likely to have a deficiency of Vitamin B12.

In another study conducted at the Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in California, researchers were surprised to find that even patients younger than 30, who had been on PPIs for at least two years, could have a deficiency of B12!

Other acid suppressant drugs called histamine 2 receptor agonists (H2RAs) such as Zantac, Peptid and Tagamet also suppress the production of hydrochloric acid.

But these medications are less likely to in-

terfere with B12 absorption.

Fortunately, these effective drugs make life easier for those inflicted with recurrent acid reflux disorders. But the general population can get too much of a good thing. What has happened is that these stronger PPIs are often the first thing that doctors prescribe for heartburn.

But patients suffering from run-of-themill infrequent heartburn do not need PPIs. This is like using an elephant gun to shoot a mouse. Rather, doctors should suggest over-the-counter remedies such as Rolaids, Maalox and Mylanta. If these antacids fail, drugs such as Pepcid AC or Zantac 75 are available that have fewer side-effects and are less expensive.

The only way to determine if a patient is deficient in B12 is by a blood test. If B12 is low, the synthetic form of Vitamin B12 used in supplements is effective. This is because this form of B12 does not require stomach acids in order to be absorbed by the body. This is also true for fortified cereals that can provide all the B12 required for a single day.

It’s tragic that tens of millions of PPIs

and H2RAs are being over-prescribed by doctors in North America year after year for non bona-fide reasons. Tens of millions of dollars are spent annually to program unsuspecting consumers to believe a quick pill will cure every human ill.

This study once again shows that prescription drugs rarely give something for nothing. And convincing medical consumers of this fact is like trying to pull teeth out of a bull. Or as Bernard Shaw remarked, “The biggest problem with communication is the illusion it has taken place.” So I am under no illusion that this column will make much of a dent in the profits of big pharma and Madison Avenue advertising.

But for those who are confused, forgetful, depressed, concerned they can’t find their keys and worried they may be developing Alzheimers’s Disease, the cure may lie in the stomach, not in the head.

Those needing PPIs should listen to the advice of the philosopher Nietzsche when he wrote, “The belly is the reason why man does not mistake himself for a God.” See the web site at www.docgiff.com. For comments, info@docgif.com.

Quick breads are named for their convenience Some of the simplest baking products to make are quick breads. Quick breads, as the name implies, can be made in a shorter amount of time than traditional yeast breads.

Examples would be banana bread, muffins, scones, etc., and although easier, there is still information worth knowing.

The biggest and most obvious difference between yeast breads and quick breads is that quick breads are not leavened with yeast.

The term ‘leavening’ can be described as the creating and capturing of gases in a baked product to produce structure and height.

As yeast ferments, with the help of sugar, it creates gas that causes the holes visible in bread. Quick breads rely on leaveners such as baking soda, baking powder, steam, eggs and air to give a similar effect.

Baking soda and baking powder are considered chemical leaveners. Baking soda is sodium bicarbonate and it requires liquid and

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an acid to make a gaseous reaction. It is usually added to recipes that have a naturally occurring acid in the ingredients. This acid can be found in items such as vinegars, buttermilk, yogurt, sour cream, honey, molasses, fruits and even chocolate.

The amount of baking soda used is determined and balanced by the amount of these acids occurring in the recipe’s ingredients.

Baking powder on the other hand is a complete leavener, as it only requires liquid for it to react in the same manner.

The reason for this is that it contains a mixture of baking soda and the balanced amount of acid, along with starch to help prevent lumping. This is why you will see some recipes that call for bak-

SARAH BAKER The Lincoln Community Hall Society would like to express our gratitude to everyone who participated in Sarah Baker’s Fundraising event October 18th.

This event was a tremendous success, with overwhelming support from the surrounding communities. Thank you to all of you – it is wonderful to have compassionate communities who came together for this little girl!

ing powder and others with baking powder and/or baking soda. A good comparison of this would be a pancake recipe compared to a buttermilk pancake recipe.

Most quick bread recipes consist of mixing dry and wet ingredients in two separate bowls first before combining them.

Not only are quick breads fast, they are also very tender. This is due to the limited production of gluten in the mixing process. When flour and liquid are mixed together, gluten is formed.

Gluten is most recognizable as the elastic feeling in yeast bread dough that has been kneaded. The longer that flour and liquid are mixed, the more gluten is created. Quick breads are similar to the texture of

cakes and thus one should not over-mix to ensure a delicate composition.

Regardless of which chemical leaveners you use, the batter should go into the oven immediately once mixed together, as the gases start producing immediately when the liquid is added. If using eggs and air to leaven, bake immediately before it deflates, for optimal results.

Once in the oven, heat will convert moisture in the batter to steam. The steam, air and gasses from leavening will be trapped in the batter, thus giving the product height and a fluffy texture.

Chef Dez is a food columnist, culinary instructor and cookbook author. Visit him at www. chefdez.com.

HONOURED SOLDIERS - A memorial to Cpl. Nathan Cirillo and Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent, soldiers killed in two different attacks last month, has been set up at the cenotaph in Lest We Forget Memorial Park outside the Brian Vossen/Lacombe Express Lacombe Memorial Centre.

It’s Bentley’s Baubles & Bells Christmas Emporium!

You’ll find mistletoe memories everywhere... from our local artisans’ creations to trees full of toys for every age... Gems and jewellery, homespun winter- wear, hand-hewn wreaths & woodcrafts, a larder full of Holiday baking & preserves, merry-good music, munchies, and much, much more.

SATURDAY, November 15 from 10 AM ‘til 2 PM at Bentley’s Ag Centre Call Krista the Info Elf at 403. 748.4809

Courtesy of the Bentley Farmers’ Market

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HOMES & LIVING

Aspen Ridge 403.341.5522

Inglewood

403.346.1134

www.symphonyseniorliving.com

TERRIFIC TONES - The use of yellow accents in this room combined with the elegant chandelier and above-bed mirror make this bedroom in an Avalon Homes show home, in Red Deer’s Vanier Woods district, a beautifully designed room.

Jenna Swan/Lacombe Express

Don’t be wary of tapping into a designer’s resources Can you imagine meeting someone for the first time and immediately blurting out that you hate their hair?

Kim

MECKLER Day to day interactions rarely work like on TV where people tend to spout off anything that comes to mind.

Most of us aren’t fast enough with the quips and one liners as we don’t have a script writer penning lines making us look brilliant and funny. The insults that fly back and forth between TV characters would stop us dead in our tracks if they were hurled at us in real life yet they seem hilarious when we watch them on our favorite show.

People seem to have a similar feeling about designers; I have heard many times that people are AFRAID to have me into their house.

I think they have this notion that I will enter the home and gasp, horrified at what I see.

The truth is, if I am coming to your house socially I am off the clock and don’t enter a residence with my designer cap on. If I am visiting your home in a professional capacity, my first views are mostly to catch sight of what makes this space yours – what things you have that make it your own.

The honest truth is, I’m a bit of a voyeur when it comes to people’s homes. I often see homes which catch my attention and long to see what the layout and design looks like within its walls.

I appreciate a home that surprises me with the layout and truly take delight in unique and unpredictable architecture.

Where you want, when you want. www.lacombeexpress.com

The shows on TV which feature house hunters are my favorites as I can see styles and ways of living which are unfamiliar.

Nothing thrills me more than being invited into these places either to help renovate or just to socialize.

Truthfully it’s like a doctor checking you over during a physical; he isn’t checking the tag on your clothes or judging whether or not your under garments are a matched set.

He is there in a professional capacity and his mind is focused on the task at hand. When a designer comes to your home they are there professionally and immediately begin to assess the situation at hand. I mentally start measuring rooms in my head upon entering!

I think what I am trying to get across is that there is no need to worry about your home. If you are unsatisfied with the decor then I encourage you to change it but please don’t shy away from the project just

because you are worried that some designer will whirlwind into your home and immediately begin judging or throwing out one liners about how horrid your home decor is.

It seems extreme but believe me I have been told many, many times (with extremeness) I AM NEVER inviting you over! You will come in and laugh at my house.

This is true, some people actually think that I will come in and laugh hysterically at them which does make me laugh because over the years I have seen some pretty wild things in people’s homes and not once have I lost control in a fit of giggles.

I hope you feel liberated to invite a professional designer, decorator, contractor or stylish friend to your home to help you kick start your project. No one will judge you and the result will be a lovely new interior for you to live in.

Kim Meckler is an interior designer in Red Deer with Carpet Colour Centre.

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Lacombe Express

deadline: Monday @ noon

CLASSIFIEDS To place an ad, call Toll Free: 1.877.223.3311 or email: classifieds@lacombeexpress.com

Obituaries EDMONDSON Richard (Dick) Woodend June 13, 1922 - Oct. 5, 2014 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Richard (Dick) Woodend Edmondson of Elnora. Dick came to Canada as a young lad by ship from England with his parents, Richard Sr., Winnie and sister Doreen.

Once in Canada brother Bob and Roy joined the family.

Dick took to country life, with a love that would last a lifetime. Anyone that met him was quickly aware of his genuine friendly nature and passion for horses. Dick, Dunc Craig and friends spent many hours admiring horses at the Innisfail auction, with the odd one coming home.

One would hear from them; too cheap to pass up or with a little work this horse will really be something. Dick’s horse sense was always shared with family and friends; many had their first ride at his farm. Dick coached minor hockey, watching Hockey Night in Canada, always pulling for the Leafs. He enjoyed curling and bonspiels. He took part in the Delburne Light Horse Club and loved to trail ride, taking many memorable trips. Along with keeping his beloved horses he raised Black Angus cattle. He loved to visit, everyone was welcome to stop by. Living most of his life on the family farm, he spent his last years at Trochu and Innisfail.

Dick is predeceased by his parents, sister Doreen, brothers Robert and Roy. Left to morn his passing; his wife, sister’s inlaw, numerous nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.

Happy memories will be cherished forever.

Funeral Directors & Services

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Lacombe Express Publication date: THURS. NOV. 13 Deadline is: Thurs. Nov. 6 @ noon.

Have a safe & happy holiday CLASSIFIEDS 403-309-3300

Maternity Leave Position The Classified Department has a one year Maternity leave position available. This is a part time position averaging 3 days / 22.5 hours per week. Monday, Thursday & Friday 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. The person selected will also occasionally be required to work full time for staff holiday relief.

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FOUND: set of keys with large keychain, by the Village Mall TD Bank.

Call 403-347-5744 to identify PLYWOOD BOX of carpentry tools found in Inglewood. Must identify.

403-356-9067 Looking for a new pet?

Check out Classifieds to find the purrfect pet.

Celebrate your life with a Classified ANNOUNCEMENT Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY TOO MUCH STUFF? Let Classifieds help you sell it.

This position requires computer skills, knowledge of Word and Excel programs and excellent command of the English language with above average spelling. The ability to multi-task, work well on a team and be selfmotivated is essential. We are looking for someone to join our team in November 2014 for paid training until the maternity leave commencing early December (possibly earlier).

If interested, please send your resume by November 7, 2014 to: prstamm@reddeeradvocate.com or drop off at the Red Deer Advocate Front Counter, Attention: Patricia Stamm, Classified Manager 2950 Bremner Ave. Red Deer

Oilfield

60

COCAINE ANONYMOUS 403-396-8298

800

Oilfield

800

TREELINE WELL SERVICES Has Opening for all positions! Immediately.

All applicants must have current H2S, Class 5 with Q Endorsement,and First Aid. We offer competitive wages & excellent benefits.

Please include 2 work reference names and numbers.

Please fax resume to: 403-264-6725 Or email to: tannis@treelinewell.com No phone calls please. www.treelinewell.com

Classifieds...costs so little Saves you so much!

CASH IN WITH THE CLASSIFIEDS!

SET of keys found with breathingroomreddeer.com tag on corner of 62 St. 403-347-8576

Personals

Please call Debbie at 403-314-4307

CARRIERS REQUIRED To deliver the

CENTRAL AB LIFE & LACOMBE EXPRESS 1 day a week in: LACOMBE BLACKFALDS Please call Rick for details 403-314-4303

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LOST IPHONE south hill area, reward 403-346-7378

Found

To deliver the SYLVAN LAKE NEWS & CENTRAL AB LIFE 1 day a week.

This is a Sales Position, responsible for the sale of classified advertising in the Red Deer Advocate and associated community papers, both over the phone and at the front counter. You will provide assistance to customers’ inquiries; as well as close of day balancing procedures, sale of newspapers general customer service duties; as well as any additional tasks assigned.

classifieds@ reddeeradvocate.com wegotads.ca

Lost

NEWSPAPER CARRIERS REQUIRED

CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Sales

CLASSIFIEDS REMEMBRANCE DAY Hours & Deadlines OFFICE & PHONES CLOSED TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2014

Advocate Opportunities

830

Turn those unwanted items into quick cash with a single phone call.

BEARSPAW is a moderately sized oil and gas company operating primarily in the Stettler and Drumheller areas. We are currently accepting applications for a

JUNIOR OIL AND GAS OPERATOR in our Stettler Field.

Applicants need to be mechanically inclined, motivated to work hard and learn quickly.

Associated industry experience eg. instrumentation or facilities construction experience would be an asset but is not necessarily required.

This position offers a diverse and challenging work environment with competitive pay, attractive benefits and the ability to grow within the organization. Applicants must live or be willing to relocate to within a 20 minute commute of the work place location (Stettler).

Please Submit Resume’s Attention Human Resources Email: payroll@ bearspawpet.com Fax: (403) 258-3197 Mail: Suite 5309, 333 96th Ave NE Calgary, Alberta T3R 1H1

Oilfield

800

DEX Production Testing req’s exp. day night supervisors, assistants, and boiler hands. Must have boilers ticket.

Competitive wage & benefit pkg. Email resume to: office@ dexproduction.com or fax 403-864-8284

CARRIERS REQUIRED To deliver the CENTRAL AB LIFE 1 day a week in: Eckville Bowden Olds Sylvan Lake Please call Debbie for details 403-314-4307

EXP’D winch tractor operator req’d for trucking company in Red Deer.

Need clean Class 1 license and have experience in rig moving and service work.

Pre-employment testing is req’d. Email resume to: pat@classicoilfieldhauling.ca LOCAL SERVICE CO. in Red Deer REQ’S EXP. VACUUM TRUCK OPERATOR Must have Class 3 licence w/air & all oilfield tickets.

Fax resume w/drivers abstract to 403-886-4475

ANDERS & MORRISROE Adult Newspaper Carriers Needed For Early Morning Delivery of the

RED DEER ADVOCATE NOW HIRING Well Testing Personnel Experienced Supervisors & Operators Must have valid applicable tickets. Email: lstouffer@ testalta.com

6 Days a week!

Delivery to be done on/or before 6:30 am For More Information, Please call Prodie Phone 403-314-4301

22 Lacombe Express Oilfield

800

STETTLER AB trucking company is looking for CLASS 1 DRIVERS with experience hauling dangerous goods. We offer competitive wages, group health benefits, company RSP package, scheduled days off as well as the opportunity to be home every night. If interested please forward resume to Fax: 403-742-4181, drop off 3811-46 Ave, Stettler, or call 403-742-4185

ZUBAR Production Services is currently taking resumes for experienced Production Testing Personnel Email resume to: rdzubaroffice@telus.net or fax to (403)346-9420.

Professionals

810

WE are seeking a F/T accounting professional to be responsible for our entire bookkeeping process and office admin. Exp. in Simply Accounting a must w/minimum 2 yrs. exp.

Email resume to: danacg@shaw.ca

Restaurant/ Hotel

820

RUEON Thai Restaurant (104, 6751-52 Ave) Red Deer requires a Thai Cook: Prepare / cook meals, supervise & train kitchen staff. Requirements: High School & 2 yrs exp with Thai cooking. $13.32/hr 40 hrs/wk. Email: rueonthai restaurant @ hotmail.ca

Thursday, November 6, 2014

Trades

850

EVRAZ Red Deer Works

Misc.

Help

ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Journeyman Millwrights, Electricians, and Machinists.

GED Preparation Would you like to take the GED in your community?

• • • • • • • • • •

GAETZ SOUTH F/T P/T MEAT CUTTER. Apply within 5111 22nd St. Red Deer

FT/PT CASHIERS Apply within 5111 22nd St. Red Deer

THE RUSTY PELICAN is now accepting resumes for F/T Exp’d LINE COOKS GAETZ SOUTH at all stations.

P/T Bakery Evening Staff Truckers/ MUST HAVE: Apply within • 2-3 yrs. post secondary Drivers 5111 22nd St. Red Deer education.

• 2-3 yrs. on-the-job exp. CLASS 1 or 3 drivers req’d GULL Valley Greenhouses Blackfalds AB has 2 positions • Provide references for moving equipment. for Greenhouse Supervisors.

The hourly rate will be Resumes to be dropped off Must have 2-3 yrs. exp. $13.25 - $15. per hour at Key Towing. 4083-78 St. working in a tomato vegetable dependant on experience.

Cres. Red Deer. greenhouse. Job involves Mail to: 2079 50 AVE. training & supervising workers, Red Deer, AB T4R 1Z4 also performing same jobs DRIVERS for furniture or Call 403-347-1414 as workers. Terms of emmoving company, class 5 or Fax to: 403-347-1161 ployment incl. a 40 hr week, required (5 tons), local & Sunday’s off & $20.00/hr. long distance. Competitive Jobs starting Aug 19th 2014. wages. Apply in person.

Reply with info to: 6630 71 St. Bay 7 phil@gullvalley.ca Red Deer. 403-347-8841

860

THE RUSTY PELICAN is now accepting resumes for an EXPERIENCED BARTENDER. MUST HAVE REFERENCES. Able to work evening shift.

Apply within: 2079-50 Ave. 2-4 pm. Mon.-Fri. Fax 403-347-1161 Phone calls WILL NOT be accepted.

The Tap House Pub & Grill req’s full and part time COOKS AND DISHWASHERS. Apply with resume at 1927 Gaetz Avenue between 2-5 pm.

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.

BRIDGER CONST. LTD. We do it all! 403-302-8550

Of Red Deer is seeking experienced to join our team of drivers hauling clean fluids for the Oil & Gas Industry.

Home most evenings, scheduled days off, company benefits with exceptional pay structure that includes guarantied salary + hourly when hauling. Must be able to work on their own with minimal supervision.

Fax resume w/all tickets and current drivers abstract to: 403-346-3112 or email to: roger@fluidexperts.com

VELOX EAVESTROUGH Cleaning & Repairs.

Reasonable rates. 340-9368

5* JUNK REMOVAL Property clean up 340-8666

JG PAINTING, 25 yrs. exp.

Free Est. 403-872-8888

1580

1840

Dogs

New Jolly Jumper, $20.

Baby Exersaucer, $25.

Bumbo chair, $20.

403-755-3556

Clothing

1590

WOMEN’S LARGE, SOREL VEST. Windproof, fleece lined, brown.† In mint condition. $20. Call (403) 342-7908

Firewood

1660

AFFORDABLE

Homestead Firewood

HIGH QUALITY LABRADOODLES and GOLDEN DOODLE pups Long time Breeder, text 306-521-1371 www.furtettishfarm.ca

Agricultural #2000 - #2290

Spruce & Pine -Split. Firepits Farm Equipment ..............2010 avail. 7 days/wk. 403-304-6472 Haying Equipment ............2020

Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990 Aircraft ..............................1510 Antiques & Art ..................1520 Auctions ............................1530 Bicycles ............................1540 Building Supplies ..............1550 Business Machines ..........1560 Cameras & Accessories ..1570 Children’s Items ................1580 Clothing ............................1590 Computers ........................1600 Concert & Event Tickets ..1610 Equipment - Misc. ............1620 Equipment - Heavy ..........1630 Tools ................................1640 Farmers’ Market & Food Basket......................1650 Firewood ..........................1660 Lumber ............................1670 Garden Supplies ..............1680 Lawn Tractors ..................1690 Health, Dietary, Beauty ....1700 Household Appliances......1710 Household Furnishings ....1720 TV’s, Stereos, VCR’s ........1730 Hot Tubs & Accessories ..1740 Jewellery ..........................1750 Kid’s Deals........................1755 Misc. For Sale ..................1760 Musical Instruments..........1770 Music Lessons..................1780 Piano & Organs ................1790 Office Supplies ................1800 Pets & Supplies ................1810 Pet Services ....................1820 Cats ..................................1830 Dogs ................................1840 Sports Cards ....................1850 Sporting Goods ................1860 Collectors’ Items ..............1870 Swap, Barter & Trade ......1880 Travel Packages ..............1900 Wedding Supplies ............1910 Recycled Products............1920 Wanted to Buy ..................1930 Items to Give Away ..........1940

Antiques & Art

1520

VINTAGE WOODEN IRONING BOARD. In great shape. $25.

Call (403) 342-7908

Auctions

1530

AUCTION Sales Wed. @ 6 pm.

Antique sales 1st. Sun. of the month @ 1 pm. Nov. 2 Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A WE BUY FOR CASH. 403-304-4791 Check website for full listings www.bigstrapperauctions.net

FLUID Experts Ltd. Class 1 Operators

SEWING, garment making, alterations, mending & repairs. Mon. - Sat. Darris 403-597-0850 Blackfalds

Red Deer Rocky Mtn. House Rimbey Caroline Castor Sylvan Lake Innisfail Stettler Ponoka Lacombe

GAETZ SOUTH SIDING INSTALLER with or without trailer & tools. F.T. year round work, must have truck and 2 yrs. exp. $1 -$1.10 per sq.ft. 403-358-8580

15 Yrs. Exp., Ref’s Avail.

403-896-4869

WINTER START

PETROFIELD Industries, Gov’t of Alberta Funding the Leader in manufacturing may be available.

Hydrovac trucks, is accepting resumes for the following 403-340-1930 positions: www.academicexpress.ca * Quality Control Manager (You will have trade or DISPATCHER REQ’D. technical education, Knowledge of Red Deer Quality Control training/ and area is essential. coursework / certification, Verbal and written Project Management communication skills are Training. Fabricator/ welder req’d. Send resume by fax experience, 3 - 5 years to 403-346-0295 QC experience and CWB Supervisor Certification.

EXPERIENCED HOG Class 3A Driver’s\Licence FARM WORKERS NEEDED. an asset) All areas of the barn. * General Labourers Must have 2 yrs of previous * Industrial Painters experience. $18/hr or * Sandblasters higher depending on exp. * Material Handler + benefits. F/T year round * 2nd Yr Welder with work. Resumes can be Aluminum experience faxed to 403-748-4613 Visit our website at: www.tornadotrucks.com for more details. Our Company has an enthusiastic fast paced working environment, with advancement possibilities for the motivated person, and offers an excellent benefit package. fax 403-742-5544 e-mail: hr@petrofield.com

Children's Items

ACADEMIC Express PRECISE ROOFING LTD.

is now accepting applications for

Individuals must be safety conscious, physically fit, able to work overtime and shift work.

Wages start at $40.00 per hour and offer an excellent benefit and pension package.

Please send resume to reddeerhr@evrazna.com or deliver in person to 27251 391 Township Road

880

COLLECTIBLE & LARGE Misc. Auction Sunday November 9 10. a.m.

Bowden Lions Hall Bowden AB Very unique collectibles, Wind-up toys, Mini sewing machines, Furniture, Tools, Household & kitchen ware, Glassware, Jewelry, Just too much to mention, Check the web for full listing & pictures 5% admin fee applies…

Pilgrim Auction Service 403-556-5531 www.pilgrimauction.com

FIREWOOD, birch, spruce & pine. North of Costco 403-346-7178, 392-7754

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

Household Furnishings

1720

SET of 3 nesting tables, $25 for the set.

403-755-3556 TWO VINTAGE (CIRCA 1970’S) ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHAIRS. Very solid/sturdy. Seat height is 14”. $15 for the pair. Call (403) 342-7908

Misc. for Sale

1760

2 CHRISTMAS outdoor lighted reindeer, 1 large doe w/fawn, both for $50; 1 rocker, 1 rocker recliner both for $100; large Warwick vase picture 36 x 45, done in Crewel wool $50 403-348-6449 ATV cabin for quad w/fabric shell and vinyl windows $95; quad cargo bag (never used) $25; extension custom towing mirrors for pickup truck $49; leather jacket (moose) size 12 $25 403-342-7460

Buying or Selling your home?

Check out Homes for Sale in Classifieds

Condos/ Townhouses

Farm Equipment

2010

CUSTOM BUILD 24’PANELS & WINDBREAKS made out of pipe. Will do calf feeders & special orders.

Please call 403-704-3828 for further inquiry or email: jchof@platinum.ca MUST SELL Future steel building, ready to be erected, 26’ x 25’ x 19’ located in Central AB, great for farm or small acreage, cost $19,000 will sacrifice for $12,500 403-485-2532

TIRED OF SEARCHING FOR BUYERS?

CASH!

BEAUTIFUL kittens, (5) 2 orange M., 2 tabby F. 1 black calico F. 12 wks. old. desperately needs loving homes.

403-782-3130

Suites ..............................3270 Rooms..............................3280 Manufactured Homes ......3290 Housesitting Wanted ........3300 Garage Space..................3310 Storage Space ................3320 Stores/Commercial ..........3330 Office Space ....................3340 Industrial ..........................3350 Warehouse Space............3360 Resorts & Cottages..........3370 Pasture/Land....................3380 Mobile Lot ........................3390

GET THINGS MOVING WITH THE CLASSIFIEDS!

Farm Custom Work

2080

CUSTOM TUB GRINDING Truck mount grinder w/550 HP. Call Nolan 403-357-9674 Looking for a place to live?

Take a tour through the CLASSIFIEDS

Grain, Feed Hay

2190

JD ROUND straw bales and JD round pea straw bales 403-588-0958

3030

ALIX, 2 bdrm. 1 bath condo, with balcony & 2 parking. Avail, Nov 1st.

403-341-9974 Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY

Manufactured Homes

3040

Country Mobile Home, near Bentley. $900/mo. + d.d., Call 403-748-2678.

TOO MUCH STUFF? Let Classifieds help you sell it.

4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes

HEADBOARD, for queen bed, 60” wide, $40; 3 Clean wool accent matching 3x5 oval carpets, $40. for all 3; David Winter Collector’s houses in original boxes, $25/ea; Ammo magazine clip for British Lee Enfield 303, $35; Hoover Dirt Finder Vacuum Cleaner, self propelled, allergen filtration, $50.

403-352-8811

3 KITTENS black/white to give away, very tame 403-782-3031

Realtors & Services..........4010 Houses for Sale................4020 Houses Wanted ................4030 Condos/Townhouses ........4040 Acreages ..........................4050 Acreages Wanted ............4060 Farms/Land ......................4070 Farms/Land Wanted ........4080 Manufactured/ Mobile Homes ..................4090 Income Property ..............4100 Commercial Property ......4110 Industrial Property ............4120 Cottages/Resort Property ..4130 Businesses for Sale..........4140 Buildings for Sale ............4150 Lots for Sale ....................4160 Out of Town Property ......4170 Investment Opportunities ..4180 Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190

Wanted to Rent #3250 - #3390 Houses Acreages/Farms ..............3255 Houses/Duplexes ............3260 For Sale

Placing a classified ad is an easy and affordable way to make your wares the focus of attention among potential buyers. What are you waiting for? Contact us today and start turning the stuff you don’t want into something you do want:

1830

Acreages/Farms ..............3010 Houses/Duplexes ............3020 Condos/Townhouses........3030 Manufactured Homes ......3040 Four Plexes/Six Plexes ....3050 Suites ..............................3060 Cottages/Seasonal ..........3070 Roommates Wanted ........3080 Rooms for Rent................3090 Motels/Hotels ..................3100 Offices ..............................3110 Stores/Commercial ..........3120 Industrial ..........................3130 Warehouse Space............3140 Garage Space..................3150 Storage Space ................3160 Land ................................3170 Pasture ............................3180 Mobile Lot ........................3190 Misc. for Rent ..................3200

Real Estate #4000 - #4190

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

FOOD PROCESSOR, $25; Rice cooker $25 Slap Chop Food Processor & Cheese Grater, $15.

Electric blanket, double, $50.

Everything works.

403-347-0325

Cats

For Rent #3000 - #3200

3050

INNISFAIL, 1 yr. old 3 plex 1250 sq. ft., fin. bsmt., 3 bdrm. + den, att. garage, many upgraded features, gas fireplace, granite island top, fenced yard, backs on to green, located

by Dodds Lake. $1750/mo.

For immed. move in. Call Daryl @ 403-350-7937

Cottage/ Seasonal

3070

PARK Model for rent for full season or for sale at Sun Vista RV Resort, Arizona.

403-346-7178 or 392-7754

Warehouse Space

3140

SHOP/OFFICE, 1500 sq. ft. $1000 Phil 403-350-0479 Tired of Standing?

Find something to sit on in Classifieds

You can sell your guitar for a song... or put it in CLASSIFIEDS and we’ll sell it for you!

Mobile Lot

3190

PADS $450/mo.

Brand new park in Lacombe.

Spec Mobiles. 3 Bdrm., 2 bath. As Low as $75,000.

Down payment $4000. Call at anytime. 403-588-8820

4020

BY OWNER. Sunnybrook, A/C & RV Parking. Dbl. det. garage. Lots of extras.

403-347-6754 or 347-6509

CUSTOM BUILT NEW HOMES Mason Martin Homes Senior New Home Planner Kyle, 403-588-2550

MUST SELL New Home. 1325 sq.ft. bi-level, 24x23 att. garage.

403-588-2550

Condos/ Townhouses

4040

NEW CONDO 1000 sq.ft. 2 bdrm., 2 bath. $194,900. 403-588-2550

Farms/ Land

4070

80 ACRE APPROVED SUBDIVISION For sale or possible trade.

Close to Tobin Lake, SK. www.simplesite.com/ migrationridgezoneresort Asking $225,000.

Phone 403-742-8574

Cars

5030

2009 HONDA Fit hatchback, 4 cyl, 5 spd, pw, pdl, air, silver, 103,000 kms, $7400 403-341-0603

2006 VW Jetta TDI Sedan, auto., 143,000 kms., very clean, leather heated seats, loaded w/options, 4 winter tires installed, great mileage w/diesel. $9500. obo. SOLD

SUV's

5040

2010 Toyota Rav4 51,000 kms. $16,000 obo. 358-1614

Tires, Parts Acces.

5180

VW Tires with rims 195x65R15. Good rubber. $200 obo. 403-314-0804 HITCH, Reese load Leveller, Complete. $175.

403-348-5380 HITCH - fits Chevy. New. $100. 403-314-0804

Auto Wreckers

5190

RED’S AUTO. Free Scrap Vehicle & Metal Removal.

AMVIC APPROVED. We travel. May pay cash for vehicle. 403-396-7519

Careers

Lacombe Express 23

Thursday, November 6, 2014

Are you stuck in a boring, dead end job???

Successful Careers Start here

Are you are a person who enjoys a challenge, working hard, and the satisfaction of a job well done at the end of the day?

Are you looking for a winning team that you can grow and build your future with?

If so, we want to get to know you better!

Ponoka is looking for a

A leading manufacturer of Dairy Feed is currently seeking a Production/Labourer Employee Full Training will be provided Forklift experience and a Class 3 driver’s license an asset, but not necessary.

Service Advisor

Position to fill?

The successful candidate will be selfmotivated, able to multi-task, and have superb customer service skills.

Automotive experience is an asset but we will train the right individual. No night shifts.

Email/Fax Resumes to: Mark.bishop@nutri-source.ca 403-948-4578

We offer paid GM Training, full benefits package, and a great work environment.

Looking for someone to start immediately.

Please send resumes to: hr@adamsgm.com

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HEAVY TRUCK PARTS 403-598-2734

3809 - 53 Ave, Lacombe, AB

403-350-8628

403-748-2628

JIM’S

SEPTIC TANK SERVICE

403-748-2628 403-350-8628

CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION

•AGRICULTURE •DEMOLITION •EXCAVATION •GENERAL CONTRACTING •SAND/GRAVEL •SUBDIVISION WORK

For All Your Excavation Needs 403.782.3437

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403.304.3887 www.drakeex.ca Your Quality Excavating Solution

PROFESSIONAL PHARMACY •Travel Vaccination's •Ostomy Supplies •Shingles Vaccine •Compounding •Breast Pump Rentals

5049 Parkwood Road, Blackfalds Phone:

403-600-2280

Fax:

403-600-2243 Gift Certificates and Admission Passes for Stocking Stuffers

24 Lacombe Express

Thursday, November 6, 2014

FRIDAY, November 7 to THURSDAY, November 13

Ambrosia Apples

10 lbs for

10 lbs for Extra Fancy Grade - Produce of Western Canada

$

10

Green Variety - No. 1 Grade - Produce of Washington

10

Fresh Co-op Chicken Drumsticks

Fully Cooke, Just Heat & Eat 142g

$

10

10

10

680ml - First 10

Sapporo Ichiban Noodles

10

$ 100g First 20

Open Daily until 9pm

plus dep & enviro

Mitchell's Country Classic Ham

each

10

$ Boneless - 1.7kg

Snack Pack

10

Central Alberta Co-op 403-782-6200

2L - First 10

20 for

$

10

$

$

$

10 for

Frozen - 200g First 10

10 for

10 for

$

Swanson Meat Pies

each

Warehouse Pack First 2

10

Schweppes, Dr. Pepper, Mountain Dew, Mug Root Beer, Crush or Lipton Brisk

10 for

Hunt's Thick & Rich Pasta Sauce

10 for

10 for

$

10

$

Flakes or Chunk Light, Flavour or Salmon Salad - Selected Varieties - 78120g - First 10

Reser's Baja Burritos

Bread

White, 60% or 100% Whole Wheat 450g First 10

Clover Leaf Tuna

Bartlett Pears

10 for

Desserts or Juicy Gels - 4's First 10

$

10

English Estates Centre

Lacombe

www.centralab.coop