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Lacombians to see a property tax increase of 4.89% City council approves the 2015 capital and operating budgets this week

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express Lacombe City council has passed the 2015 capital and operating budgets, which allow the City to maintain service delivery mostly at current levels with a few exceptions. Council has approved an increase in trail maintenance, an increase to the fall weed spraying program and funding for the City’s Heritage Resource Program. “Consistent with council’s budget guidelines, the 2015 property tax rate has been budgeted with a 4.89 per cent increase,� said Mayor Steve Christie. “This budget is responsive to the needs and preferences of our citizens, which are established through public input and consultation, as well as collaboration with community organizations.�

The approved 2015 operating budget has revenues of $30,548,765

and expenses of $30,548,060. Additional property tax revenues resulting from assessment growth and supplementary assessment are equal to $363,710. “Lacombe’s growth is impacting staff capacity and it is getting more difďŹ cult to sustain existing services,â€? said Chief Administrative OfďŹ cer Norma MacQuarrie. “We are working hard to ďŹ nd efďŹ ciencies, and administration has prepared a budget that maintains service levels and supports increased demand from residents in a sustainable manner.â€?

The operating budget also includes $1,141,648 in funding allocations to external organizations – an increase of $94,784 or 9.05% over 2014. Residents will see a property tax increase of 4.89% which will generate $555,720 for the City. Residential utilities will also increase by about 0.87%.

Water rate changes for 2015 include consumption rate increases

“THIS BUDGET IS RESPONSIVE TO THE NEEDS AND PREFERENCES OF OUR CITIZENS, WHICH ARE ESTABLISHED THROUGH PUBLIC INPUT AND CONSULTATION, AS WELL AS COLLABORATION WITH COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS.�

STEVE CHRISTIE from $2.26 per m3 to $2.27 per m3, and the monthly at rate increases from $24.01 per month to $25.29 per month – an increase of 2.26%.

The wastewater rates remain unchanged from 2014, with the consumption rate at $0.80 per m3 (charged at 80% of water consumption). The monthly at rate stays as $12.28 per month. There are some changes to the 2015 solid waste rates. Residential rates

will decrease 1.7% from $27.09 per month last year to $26.63 per month to reect actual new curbside recycling costs. Commercial rates will increase by 8.2% from $89.43 per month to $96.79 per month.

In order to keep up with the growth of Lacombe, council approved a small increase to staffing levels in the areas of a deputy ďŹ re chief, a utilities operator, a police administration support position, trail maintenance staff and a community services executive assistant.

The 2015 capital budget includes $20,974,122 worth of new capital projects that reect a number of priorities including construction of the $8 million police station, intersection upgrades at 63 St. and Hwy. 12, a roundabout at College Ave. and C&E Trail, trail development and a paving and sidewalk replacement program.

Also within the capital budget is consideration for safety code upgrades at the arena and an affordable housing project.

For the ďŹ rst time ever in the City’s budget process, written suggestions were accepted from the public and evaluated by council for costing consideration and inclusion into the 2015 budget. “Council appreciates the interest shown by the public in bringing forward their submissions for the 2015 budget,â€? said Mayor Christie. “We look forward to incorporating this citizen-centric process into future budget cycles.â€?

There were 16 submissions and in the end, council chose to adopt a walk-through entrance to Heritage Park at $1,200, some additional benches and trees at Cranna Lake, costing $3,500 and some more walking trail maintenance that will total a cost of $17,000. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

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UPGRADES FOR AQUATIC CENTRE

NEW SITE FOR OFF-LEASH DOG PARK

Lacombe City council has approved $10.8 million worth of upgrades to the Lacombe Sports and Leisure Complex, which houses Barnett Arenas and the Kinsmen Aquatic Centre.

The upgrades will include a new entrance and facility foyer, numerous upgrades to comply with ďŹ re and building safety codes and the addition of a mechanical chemical room to the east perimeter of the pool.

Council authorized administration to sign the Memorandum of Understanding with Superior Safety codes after public consultation takes place and the optimal phasing of the project is determined. “We very much appreciate the suggestions and viewpoints provided by our citizens into this project,� said Community Services Director Brenda Vaughan. “We look forward to further public consultation and collaboration with community user groups as the project moves forward, in order to minimize service disruptions to the community.�

According to Stantec representative Darryl Langille, the adopted $10.8 million project budget is susceptible to change. Currently, the plans and costs have been estimated through oor plans and could potentially cost much less when more detailed construction plans are drawn. “That budget is derived from worst-case scenarios pertaining to structural, mechanical and electrical factors. Considering the procurement methods the City has the option of moving forward with, the City could work hand-in-hand with the contractors and establish a budget that I feel would be below $10.8 million,â€? said Langille.

The project will commence in 2015. “Watching the project move ahead is exciting to me personally, and I can’t wait to see the end project,� said Mayor Steve Christie.

City council has approved the use of the land adjacent to the future public works facility in the Len Thompson Industrial Park Phase II as an off-leash dog park.

Administration has been authorized to commence developing this site sometime in 2015. “Our objective in creating a permanent dog park is to help improve the overall quality of life in Lacombe by providing an area where dog owners may exercise their pets in a safe and secure off-leash environment,â€? said Chief Administrative OfďŹ cer Norma MacQuarrie.

Public input concerning the Len Thompson Industrial Park Phase II location was sought via an online survey. “We will incorporate the public feedback received into our planning processes for the dog park,� said Community Services Director Brenda Vaughan. “We also remind citizens that there will be additional opportunities to provide input into the park relocation project.�

According to Mayor Steve Christie, the City underwent a Municipal Green Spaces Review process to identify a suitable and permanent home for the new dog park.

The review identiďŹ ed an area directly adjacent to the future public works facility in the Len Thompson Industrial Park Phase II as the most suitable for development as an offleash dog park.

The land is not suitable for use as an industrial lot, but has many of the desired features for an off-leash area. It will need to be fenced, landscaped and a gravel parking lot created. Walking trails to the area may also be considered.

Community input will be considered as council identiďŹ es the needs and wants of citizens in regards to amenities and landscape features of the new off-leash park.

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‘See Amid the Winter’s Snow’ fundraising concerts planned Event supports the Christian Life Orphanage in Mwanza, Tanzania

BY MARK WEBER Lacombe Express

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fundraising concert for the Christian Life Orphanage in Mwanza, Tanzania, ‘See Amid the Winter’s Snow’, is set for several dates across Central Alberta.

Featuring the Central Alberta Home-School Choir, the Rosedale Valley Strings (under the direction of Naomi Delafield) and singer Debbie Zepick, the first performance runs Dec. 12th at the New Life Fellowship Church in Red Deer, starting at 7 p.m.

Additional performances will be held at the Clive Baptist Church on Dec. 13th at 7 p.m. Another is set for Camrose on Dec. 14th.

Zepick, a gifted artist in her own right, enjoys the aspect of bringing these groups together for the concert, which will be rich in various musical genres and ‘textures’.

The concerts have been running for several years as a fundraiser for various projects at the orphanage, which was founded in 2005 by Patrick and Beatrice Mwafute.

As the ministry’s web site reads, “They were surrounded by children who were forced to live on the streets; many of them orphaned or forced to leave their homes for other reasons.

“These children lacked the basic needs to enable them to live full, healthy lives. They faced insurmountable obstacles such as drug and alcohol addictions and had no one to turn to. It was in response to these circumstances that Patrick and Beatrice opened up their home to these children.”

Zepick and several members of the Central Alberta Home-School Choir visited the Christian Life Orphanage Centre earlier this year, and the mission has brought a deeper level of fulfillment to everyone involved with staging the See Amid the Winter’s Snow fundraiser, she said. “They learned an awful lot about international development.”

Friendships were formed, which is also a key part of connecting with a ministry that is so far away. “We had an amazing time.”

REACHING OUT - From left, Zadok, Joseph Emmanuel and Debbie Zepick pose for a photo in Mwanza, Tanzania.

The partnership with the orphanage has also grown deeper over the years as well, as funds raised here have supported such projects as six acres of land, the construction of a new building and the purchase of a new van for the ministry.

“It’s been amazing what the music has done.”

Zepick, also a piano/voice teacher, home school teacher, worship leader and recording artist, has recorded music with an unmistakable feeling of joy and that often reflects a gentle, Celtic sound. Zepick has a wonderful way of telling stories in her songs, reflected in tunes like Gray Mittens from her own lovely Christmas CD, also titled See Amid the Winter’s Snow, released several years ago.

That song is a real-life look at her grandmother’s experiences during the Depression years when she was single-handedly raising children and trying to provide a happy Christmas. Of course, times were tight so gifts were meaningful - simple pairs of mittens she knit while staying up late at night.

Christmas Rags is about a lonely trucker who picks up a dog on his Christmas Eve journey. The pair drives by brightly-lit homes filled with family members celebrating.

But at least he’s not alone. Gray Mittens and Christmas Rags will likely be some of what she will be performing during this year’s ‘See Amid the Winter’s Snow’.

“We really run the gamut at this show,” she said, pointing out

there is choral music, orchestral music and a little bit of Celticinfluenced music as well. “And as we’ve embarked on working with the orphanage, there has gotten to be a little bit more of an African influence in the music that we do.

“So it’s becoming more and more eclectic all of the time.”

Meanwhile, she’s thrilled to be working with such talented young people, noting that the Central Alberta Home-School Choir numbers about 100. “Last year, we reached an all-time high of about 120 so I started a junior choir as well.”

Being so busy on a number of other fronts has kept her from recording newer projects of her own, but she’s happy to be guiding her choir and other students

Dean Zepick photo

she works with along (she also directs theatre productions).

“I get energy from working with groups of young people,” she said. “I love to work with choirs and see how much we can develop – I love the creative challenge of that. And with dramas, I love to take kids who are terrified to make a peep and watch them take on different characters, gaining confidence and poise. It’s all very energizing to me.

“I also get to work with the best kids in the world because these kids are respectful, polite and they want to learn.”

As for the coming performances, a free will offering will be taken. For more information, call 403-783-3446 or email debzepick@ gmail.com. editor@reddeerexpress.com

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Blackfalds council approves 2015 budgets

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express Blackfalds Town council has approved the 2015 budget with a capital budget of $1.85 million and an operating budget of $22.4 million.

“The capital budget is quite low compared to some of our past budget numbers and that is because we’ve done a lot of municipal upgrades in the last five years including the

RCMP Protective Services building and the Abbey Centre,” said Mayor Melodie Stol.

“This year is more of a simpler budget but we are going to add equipment to maintain a service level pertaining to infrastructure. As we grow, we’re adding more roads and alleys and we need to be able to service those.”

Stol said as the Town looks forward, they are em-

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The Town is also going to replace and improve two existing playgrounds and add another park, as well as performing some trail

system expansion projects.

“Blackfalds is successful in conducting and implementing community needs assessments. The upgrades to our arena in 2004, upgrades to our library in 2006 and the Abbey Centre are all projects that came from a community needs assessment,” said Stol.

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Those positions will include a parks and recreation official and two administrative positions for the Town to manage the growth.

Stol said one of the other positions that will be added lies within the Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) facility.

According to Stol, the Alberta government has not increased their funding to local FCSS services so the Town has had to increase their funding from 20% of the program costs to 55%.

“There is an ever-growing need for us to expand the services offered by

FCSS and there are simply not enough funds to meet that growth,” she said.

“There are so many programs and services we are interested in bringing to our community. We add more money to FCSS services each year, but the province is not keeping up its pay. Originally, our contract said that the provincial government would pay 80 per cent, and we would contribute 20 per cent.

We’re paying 55 per cent.”

Stol said this is a cause for concern as the Town’s growth is creating a higher need for support programs.

More funding will be given from the Town to FCSS programs in 2015, she said. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

Lacombe DJ wins blood drive

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express Over the month of November, Canadian Blood Services worked with three CFL teams as well as local media stations to challenge communities in a blood drive.

The 4CC Football Blood Challenge brought the Calgary Stampeders, Edmonton Eskimos and Saskatchewan Roughriders together with radio stations Sunny 94/Kraze, Big 105FM and Zed 98.9 to rally donations in support of Canadian Blood Services.

Darin Clark of Sunny 94 took hold of the lead with 130 units of blood donated in four weeks. A total of 322 units of blood were collected in the duration of the challenge. Jamie Worthington of Big 105FM gathered a total of 100 units, while Travis Currah of Zed 98.9 was able to gather 92 units.

“I presented the trophy to Darin, and he was very taken aback that we had gotten his name engraved on the trophy. The Sunny 94 listeners and Eskimo fans in Central Alberta were tremendously supportive,” said Territory Manager of Canadian Blood Services Darrin Thompson.

The representative DJs from each radio crew encouraged listeners to donate blood and support each team in their goal of hoisting the Corpuscle Cup. A long-time local physician, Dr. Ron Onerheim, donated the Cup to encour-

age blood donations in Red Deer and the area.

Thompson said that all DJs led by example and donated on behalf of their teams.

The Corpuscle Cup was, according to Thompson, a predecessor of sorts for the Partner For Life program.

The program encourages organizations and corporate groups – such as the Eskimos, Stampeders and Roughriders – to gather mass support and donate in groups.

“With a group, there is support and it becomes a fun thing to do. A lot of our corporate partners are looking at employee engagement activities that don’t necessarily include going to a pub. Instead, they are doing something as a group that allows them to give back to the community. It’s a win-win for everyone,” Thompson said.

The Football Challenge was successful and brought in 322 units. Thompson said that a car accident victim will typically require about 50 units of blood and that the 322 units could save multiple lives.

“In Central Alberta, having that many donations come in during the month is fantastic. Our organization is a national blood bank. We’re providing blood for local help centres but all of the blood is collected for a national goal.

What we do here in Central Alberta helps people everywhere across the country.” kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

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There is more than one way to give this season

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express There are hundreds of ways to create meaningful experiences in the holiday season – volunteering time, donating goods or doing something for one’s community.

All of these actions are a way of giving the unconventional gift of giving back. They can be done alone, with friends or with family members and the options are endless. “Lots of people don’t have the money to buy everyone gifts, but you can volunteer for no cost, except getting to the destination. There are lots of organizations that would beneďŹ t greatly from people coming in and volunteering and helping out,â€? said Volunteer Central Community Coordinator Karen Oatway. “Ask organizations what they need – there is always something that can be done.

This is typically the time of year where people will consider things like this, but I wish they would do it all year round. It seems like now is the big time – the old saying ‘it’s better to give than to receive’ is true for sure.�

Volunteer Central is a great way to connect with organizations in the community, from homeless shelters to soup kitchens, to specialty non-proďŹ t organizations like Ten Thousand Villages or Magdalene House.

Seniors are a major part of the population that lack Christmas inclusion. There are several nursing homes, hospices and live-in care facilities that would be happy to co-ordinate visits from choirs, musicians or members of the public simply looking to spend some time with an elder. “Seniors can always use visitors at any time of the year, but especially around Christmas. Lots of people don’t have family around, or miss visits because of poor road conditions or needing childcare. There are a lot of lower-income seniors as well who could beneďŹ t from a visit,â€? said Oatway.

Piper Creek Foundation and hospices may be able to arrange visits. Oatway says that hospices are often overlooked but are places where Christmas visits are very welcome. “I know that hospice and hospitals make it hard for people to see family

over the winter and over Christmas. Lots have family members elsewhere and it’s hard for them to get here. There are always people who would like to be visited. It’s not a big gift, but it is meaningful. Maybe bring a blanket, or make cards or something small,�

Oatway said.

She also added that sometimes cooking a meal or providing entertainment for an evening is an option with hospices and senior facilities. She said that anyone with musical talents or a passion for singing would have lots of options for places to entertain over the holidays.

Another interesting idea is to gather a group of friends or family members, contact an agency, and come together to make a gift basket or collection of items that might make a good donation. “For a women’s shelter, maybe you’d get some nice pens, or a journal, or some bath salts or something like that for somebody to make them feel special. You can write a nice quote in the book or something. You can do that in your home with your friends, and then you’re also making someone feel good,� Oatway said. “It makes you feel good, makes you feel happy – and hopefully, that turns into a tradition. Instead of buying something for your friends that they don’t need, you’re giving it to someone who needs some encouragement.�

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Ten Thousand Villages runs a program where people can send items such as cement, irrigation system components, seeds or small farm animals directly to villages in need around the world through the Mennonite Central Committee.

A major component of deciding to do an unconventional gift is to look at the needs of organizations.

Some places will receive a surplus of jackets, but have no donations of hats or mit-

tens. Others will be full of volunteers but may need some monetary submissions.

Work places can also use their Christmas parties or gift exchanges as an opportunity to give back. “There are a number of work Christmas parties that go on this time of year. Sometimes there are gift exchanges, but you might be buying a gift for someone that you don’t know very well, so instead it might be better to bring gifts for the Christmas bureau. Contact a charity that has a community need and bring that to the party in-

stead,� Oatway suggested.

All walks of life deserve a safe, secure holiday season regardless of faith or social circumstance.

Volunteer Central can connect people to individuals or groups in need all across Central Alberta. The Volunteer Central web site offers hundreds of possible recipients of a ‘giving Christmas gift’.

Oatway said, “People should try to look into places that aren’t well known.

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Blackfalds Food Bank looking for supplies and volunteers

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express The Blackfalds Food Bank Society is looking for volunteers and donations to continue as they plan for not only December, but look ahead into the New Year.

The Town of Blackfalds is a rapidly growing community where more and more people are accessing the services of the food bank each year. The fluctuation in nearby work availability and ample growth among families is causing a rise in the number of users of the food bank.

“Blackfalds is a very fast growing community in Alberta. With that fast growing population, we are seeing more need

for the food bank. Typically, we’re seeing single parents with children. Things get tough this time of year, especially with all of the extra expenses of the season,” said Director Karie Ackermann.

“We are also seeing more people that have moved to Blackfalds hoping for work whose jobs didn’t pan out so they are struggling.”

According to www.foodbankscanada. ca, overall food bank usage in the province went up by 2.3% from 2013 – 2014 and a total of 48.2% from 2008- 2014.

Ackermann said that although the dependence is high in December, she would like to remind the community that people struggle all year round. She said it is won-

derful to receive so much help this month, but hopes the generosity will continue after the holiday season.

“I think people are in generous donation mode in December. People don’t realize that in June we are just as hungry as December. I wish I could keep that feel of generosity and donations that happen in December all throughout the year.”

She added no matter the amount, the food bank and those who rely on its services are always thankful.

“We’re so thankful for the donations and support that we’ve received. It’s always a necessary thing for us to thank those who have supported us.

“With that message of saying thank you, we want people to know that we are thankful for what we do have, and we understand that people can’t give all the time. However, we’re very fortunate to have a community that tends to be supportive.”

Earlier this year the Blackfalds Food Bank found they were running quite low on volunteer availability with only three people able to give their time, Ackermann said. Currently, the call is out to anyone who is able to lend a hand and join the now seven people on the list of available volunteers.

“The call out to volunteers is always there.

We want to recruit people and promote help-

ing out the community. We will never turn down anyone who wants to help.”

With the holidays coming even closer, the food bank is looking for a specific list of items that are still needed for Christmas hampers. Calling ahead will ensure that each of the items in need is not being left out or being donated in surplus.

The items that are needed for Christmas hampers are tin foil turkey roasting pans, canned fruit, honey, marmalade, desserts, peanut butter, cranberries, mandarin oranges, stuffing and canned vegetables.

Cash donations are being accepted as well to purchase items such as turkeys, ham and fresh vegetables.

“We do Christmas hampers each year on top of our regular hampers. It’s above and beyond what we typically put in. Last year, we did 55 hampers for Christmas,” said Ackermann. “The Blackfalds community is amazing – if we put out there that we need something, I know we will get it.

We’re very fortunate.”

Donation boxes are available at Family Foods, at the Blackfalds Library, Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) office and at The Abbey Centre. Applications for the Blackfalds Food Bank and Christmas Bureau are available through FCSS office. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

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In Alberta, pertussis immunizations are offered – free of charge – through Alberta’s routine childhood immunization program. A series of doses is recommended, start-

ing at two months of age, and again at four, six and 18 months; at four to six years; and again in Grade 9. Following this schedule ensures protection is up-to-date. Albertans who have not received a dose of pertussis vaccine since turning 18 years of age are eligible to receive a single dose.

AHS has proactively increased the number of immunization appointments available in Central Zone to reduce infant infection rates. These appointments are specifically intended for the following Central Zone residents: • infants and pre-school aged children who are not up-to-date on immunizations; • caregivers and close contacts of infants such as parents, grandparents, nannies, child care staff (e.g. daycare centres and family day homes); • health care workers; • women who are at least, or greater than, 26 weeks pregnant (immunizing women at or after 26 weeks of pregnancy is safe, and increases protection for newborn infants by minimizing risk of infection in those around

them and giving them antibodies transferred during pregnancy).

Of the above target groups, pregnant women and adult caregivers/close contacts may also be able to access immunization through their physicians.

Call ahead to confirm availability.

Individuals uncertain of their child’s immunization history can contact their local community health centre to discuss.

Anyone who suspects they, or a family member, may be sick with pertussis should stay at home and call a family physician or Health Link Alberta, toll-free at 1-866-408-LINK (5465), before seeking medical care. When prescribed treatment, cases should stay home from work, school or childcare until five days of antibiotics have been completed.

Additional information about pertussis is available through AHS’ childhood immunization website, immunizealberta.ca, at: http:// immuniz ealber ta.ca/in e e d - k n ow - m o re / c o m monquestions/whooping-cough.

- Fawcett

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OPINION A very important reminder Tis the season for celebrating – and that means inevitably a spike in partiers who have one drink too many and then decide they are fit to drive.

Recently, MADD Canada launched their annual Project Red Ribbon with the aim of preventing impaired driving this holiday season. It’s just in time for the annual slate of office parties, family get-togethers and other functions to serve as a reminder of the importance of not drinking and driving.

Project Red Ribbon runs through to the first Monday after New Year’s. Over one million ribbons are distributed to Canadians during Project Red Ribbon.

This year, MADD has encouraged supporters to share images of themselves on social media to spread the awareness and use the hashtag #maddredribbon.

The ribbon reminds people to plan ahead for a safe ride home if they’re going to be drinking. It also serves as a tribute to those

who have been killed or injured in impairment-related crashes.

It’s frustrating that the numbers of reported impaired drivers are as high as they are, in spite of constant educational and awareness campaigns and the tireless efforts of MADD volunteers. For some reason, people still choose to get behind the wheel after they’ve been drinking assuming they are in complete control.

The cost to such irresponsibility is staggering.

Every year, between 1,250 and 1,500 people are killed and more than 63,000 are injured as a result of impaired driving, officials say. Even with the recent toughening of provincial laws, including the lowering of the legal blood alcohol limit, these numbers aren’t decreasing significantly as would be hoped.

In 2010 (the latest statistics from MADD Canada), it was estimated that 2,541 individuals were killed in motor vehicle crashes in

Canada. MADD Canada estimates that at a minimum 1,082 of these fatalities were impairment-related.

In MADD Canada’s opinion, the 1,082 figure is a conservative estimate, due to the underreporting that results from the inability to conduct alcohol tests on surviving impaired drivers

and from the need to rely on police reports.

Officials remind citizens to never drive impaired or ride with an impaired driver. And if you see a driver you suspect is impaired, call 911 to report it.

Meanwhile, to avoid potential tragedy, it’s as easy as simply planning ahead

by arranging for a designated driver, calling a cab or ensuring you have someone you trust to pick you up when it’s time to head home.

We hope all Central Albertans take time to make plans and choose wisely this holiday season when it comes to alcohol consumption.

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The mayor’s Christmas message to Lacombians Well, it’s the time of year to celebrate the season and for those of us with a more spiritual bent, a time to rejoice. What a great year we have had here in Lacombe – a year of significant accomplishments, and of laying the groundwork for future successes.

I feel that we have drawn closer together as a community in the past year, and collectively we have taken great strides towards becoming a more vibrant and sustainable City.

We are certainly a growing community, as evidenced by our most recent census. We are 12,728 strong.

Lacombe is very lucky to be home to a great number of caring people who show true community spirit by devoting themselves to helping others, and to make our City more livable.

I would like to recognize and thank our active and committed volunteers, community groups and organizations, not only for their tireless efforts throughout the year, but especially during this time of the year as they reach out to those in need.

Without their compassion, generosity and hard work, Lacombe

Steve

CHRISTIE would not be such a wonderful place to call home. Thank you all for your many contributions, and for making a positive difference in so many lives.

I am also thankful for the hard work and dedication of my fellow councillors and staff at the City of Lacombe, all of whom are committed to working together with residents to make Lacombe a safe, inclusive and prosperous community.

I consider myself fortunate to serve with such dedicated and passionate people who truly care about our City. Thanks to them, 2015 promises to be a positive and exciting year for Lacombe and I am confident that together we can overcome all challenges and achieve great things.

Finally, I’d like to acknowledge you, the citizens of Lacombe, for your patience and understanding during the critical infrastructure

construction periods, and for believing in the promise of Alberta’s newest City. I invite you to join us in continuing to create a vibrant and giving community in 2015.

As I alluded to earlier, we have many things to look forward to in the coming year. We anticipate the construction startup for a new shopping centre in Lacombe Market Square in the spring; the opening of the new Best Western hotel

by Michener Park in the fall; and the addition of new commercial enterprises to our business community.

Lacombe will also see the opening of new residential subdivisions in Shepherd Heights, MacKenzie Ranch, Metcalf Ridge and Trinity Crossing, which will see more than 400 housing units made available for development next year.

Also, design details are being finalized for the new police facility, with construction slated to begin next spring, and lastly, the 34th St. truck bypass road will be constructed in the 2015 construction season. This will help to divert heavy vehicle traffic away from the busy downtown core.

So, as we gather to celebrate this holiday season, let us use this time to reflect and count our blessings and let us be mindful that the greatest gifts we can give to one another are our time, our love and our service.

Please remember to reach out to your neighbours at this time of year, especially the elderly and those who live alone. Also, my thoughts and prayers go to those who are sick at home or in our care facilities. I wish you freedom from suffering and a speedy recovery.

I would also like to extend a special welcome to those who have chosen to make Lacombe their new home and to those who have returned to be with their families this holiday season. I hope that you have a great time.

On behalf of council and staff of the City of Lacombe, and from my family to yours, I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and peace and prosperity in the New Year.

May the holidays refresh your spirit and bring you joy and togetherness.

Steve Christie is the mayor of Lacombe.

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fyi EVENTS Old Fashioned Christmas Hymn Sing – Dec. 14th at 7 p.m. – Parkside Alliance Church. Come and enjoy singing and Christmas goodies. Donations for the food bank would be appreciated.

Lacombe Christmas Farmers Markets. Fridays 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Lacombe Memorial Centre. Ending Dec. 12th.

Annual Christmas Concert at Lincoln Hall on Dec. 12th. Program starts at 7 p.m. followed by a visit from Santa. For more information about the event, contact Merrigold Long at 782-6313.

Word of Life Church in Red Deer is inviting Central Alberta to ‘The Christmas Experience’ Dec. 21st at 9:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Following each Family Service (where you’ll see some of your favorite Christmas characters), there are fun activities planned for the whole family. We are transforming our property into a Winter Wonderland - featuring horse-drawn sleigh rides, quad sleigh rides, skating, snow games, craft zone, picture with Santa and candy bags for the kids. The event is complimentary; and a hot chili lunch available for a minimum donation of $5 (proceeds going to the I Heart Red Deer Lunch Program). Word of Life Church is located at the South End of Taylor Drive on England Way. More information at: https://www.facebook.com/ pages/The-Christmas-Experience/849968818368122#.

The Red Deer River Watershed Alliance (RDRWA) will be holding a Special Holiday Ambassador Breakfast Dec. 19th from 7:30 – 8:45 a.m. at the Quality Inn North Hill in Red Deer. Cost is $15 per person. The staff of the RDRWA will be presenting ‘The Ghosts of the Watershed’s Past’ on Dec. 19th. Please come and join us for a festive buffet breakfast as we explore some the influential people that shaped our watershed, focusing on ranching, mining, forestry & sodbusters. RSVP to: info@ rdrwa.ca or call Kelly at 403340-7379 by noon on Dec. 17th.

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The annual Community Christmas Dinner will be held at the Lacombe Memorial Centre on Dec. 25th from noon – 2 p.m.

The doors will close at 3 p.m.

Anyone who would like to have a home cooked dinner on Christmas is welcome to attend. Dinner is free of charge. For more information, please call Neighborhood Place at 403-782-0886 or Bethal Christian Reformed Church at 403-782-6400.

Pine Lake Singers’ Christmas Concert at the Pine Lake Hub Community Centre on Dec. 14th at 2:30 p.m. Admission $5. Lunch served.

St. Andrew’s United Church Jr. Choir for ages fi ve to 18. Meets Thursdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. contact Jesssica at 403-352-5486.

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 for more details about the choir.

Real Men Sing Barbershop! The Wild Rose Harmonizers Barbershop Chorus is a chorus for males of all ages who love to sing fourpart a cappella harmony. We are a proud member of the Barbershop Harmony society providing

craft to work on. Check out our web site at blackfaldsunitedchurch.com or call 403-8854780 for more information.

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.

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

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

Lacombe Walking Group meets Wednesdays from 12-12:30 p.m.

Meet at Medcombe Walk-in Clinic, no registration required.

Kozy Korner Sunday Music 1 p.m. the last three Sundays of each month.

Kozy Korner Tuesday Dinners every week at noon.

Lacombe Legion breakfasts 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.

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.

The Red Deer Legion Pipe Band is 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 9:30 a.m. Help make quilts or bring your own quilt/

403-348-9567 for free maps, information about the City & 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 Activities New schedule! Drop-in activities now run every Tuesday from 6 – 9 p.m. with ball hockey on 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.

Taoist Tai Chi a relaxing, low-impact exercise; continuing classes year-round, for those who have completed beginners or have learned Taoist Tai Chi before. Participate in classes of your choice.

Available in Red Deer, Lacombe, Rocky Mountain House, and Innisfail. Contact 403-3466772 for more information.

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.

Affirm – providing 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.

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 about the group, feel free to contact Mary Lou Wilson 403-782-3923.

Lacombe Art Guild – the 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 403782-9968 or blog lacombeartclubwordpress. com. Meetings runs in LMC Credit Union Room at 5214 50 Ave. in Lacombe.

Writers’ Ink, The Red Deer & District Writers Club has weekly meetings (every Tuesday) in the old farmhouse at Sunnybrook Farm (4701 30 St.) in Red Deer from 7 to 9 p.m. We meet, share our writing, and offer constructive criticism to one another. We also do our utmost to improve our craft by Skyping professionals in the field of writing, by inviting guest speakers to our Spring Workshop and to the occasional meeting. Our professional library is increasing as is our knowledge gained from members who are constantly seeking new challenges and sharing successes and failures with the group. Guests are welcome!

Clive TOPS – Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Every Thursday morning at the Clive Christian Fellowship Church from 9 to 10:30 a.m.

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Horoscope ARIES

TAURUS

Mar 21/Apr 20

Apr 21/May 21

Aries, although you are full

Taurus, motivation may not be

of excitement this week, rein

strong this week, so begin with

in some of those feelings so

some menial tasks around the

you can focus on the tasks at

house and build up to bigger

hand. Use your energy to your

plans. Eventually you will

advantage.

find a groove.

GEMINI May 22/Jun 21

CANCER Jun 22/Jul 22

Gemini, try to avoid focusing

Cancer, avoid the temptation

on just one issue for too

to take on too many

long. Sometimes you simply must trust your instincts and forge ahead anyway. Let past

much done. Think before you

you this week.

accept more work.

LEO

VIRGO

Jul 23/Aug 23

Aug 24/Sept 22

Financial matters are looming

Spontaneity beckons, Virgo,

and a decision must be made,

even though you are a careful

anxiety, as all you need to do is carefully examine your with a solution.

than it’s worth this week.

LIBRA

SCORPIO Oct 24/Nov 22

Someone may catch you off

Back up your promises with

guard this week, Libra. This

decisive action, Scorpio.

person will bring a welcome surprise, so look

That’s the only way to prove to others that your word means something and you are

forward to this unexpected

committed to honoring your

encounter.

commitments.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 23/Dec 21

CAPRICORN Dec 22/Jan 20

There may be more to the big

Capricorn, you are riding high

picture than you are seeing,

and looking to share your good

Sagittarius. Gather the facts before you jump to any conclusions. You may just

fortune with others.

Make the most of this chance

see things from a different

to improve the lives of those

perspective.

around you.

AQUARIUS

PISCES

Jan 21/Feb 18

Feb 19/Mar 20

Aquarius, you have an idea

Pisces, avoid open conflict

about how to tackle a difficult

without being a pushover this

obstacle, but someone crosses your path with a different agenda. Perhaps there’s a way to work together.

30. CA 31. Gap 32. Dab 34. Eon 35. Caen 37. Cannes 39. Darn 40. Cogs 41. Cadmic 43. Dort 44. Uma 45. Car 47. Miin 48. HS 50. Tamp 52. Tared 54. CSCH 56. OS 57. ES 59. Man 60. Fe 61. AA 62. FC 63. Reprisals 66. LN 67. Functionalities 70. Seated 71. Acids

thought into your decisions.

Overthinking is more hassle

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.)

planner who puts a lot of

finances to come up

Sept 23/Oct 23

ANSWER

you don’t, you might not get

experience guide

Leo. Don’t be overcome with

HOW TO PLAY:

responsibilities this week. If

week. Find the middle ground and try to understand another’s perspective.

CLUES ACROSS

50. Pack down 30. 31st state 52. ___ and feathered 31. Disparity 1. Hindu stratification 54. Hyperbolic cosecant 32. Poking stroke 6. Least harm 56. Operating system (abbr.)

34. Long time 12. Medical confinement 35. Wm. the Conqueror grave 57. Atomic #99 16. Silver 59. Crown owned Isle 37. Hosts film festival 17. In a sick state 60. Santa __ trail 39. Mend 18. Belonging to me 61. Booze support group 40. Gear teeth 19. 1/2 an em 62. Footcandle 20. “Makeover’s” Pennington 41. Of cadmium 63. Retaliations 43. 1618 Reformed synod 21. Take a seat 66. Natural logarithm 44. Fringe-toed lizard 22. 1/10 meter (abbr.)

67. Quality of usefulness 45. Where passengers ride 23. Atomic # 13 70. Sitting position 47. 1/60 hour (abbr.)

24. Fallow deer genus 71. They turn litmus paper 48. Initials of TV cartoon 26. Skin lesions red father 28. Charlie Parker’s sax

CLUES DOWN 1. Caste 6. Safest 12. Hospitalization 16. AG 17. Unhealthy 18. My 19. En 20. Ty 21. Sit 22. DM 23. AL 24. Dama 26. Sores 28. Alto

ANSWER

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EP = a2 has killed more people than E=mc2

RECOGNITION – The Town of Blackfalds was honoured with the 2014 Collaborative Community Project Award for the Abbey Centre. Pictured here is Blackfalds Town Councillor William Taylor accepting the award from Central Alberta Economic Partnership Chairman Harvey Walsh. photo submitted

It’s been said Einstein’s E=mc2 (energy=mass x C speed of light squared) is the world’s most important scientific equation.

Unfortunately it created the atomic bomb that killed thousands in World War II. But I believe my equation EP = a2 (extra pounds = atherosclerosis squared) is the world’s important medical equation.

Regrettably, it’s killing more millions every year than E=mc2.

Think again if you believe this is exaggerated.

Consider human obesity.

Nothing, including the thousands of books on weight loss and diet, has been able to stop the epidemic of obesity which gets worse world-wide every year.

Nor does anyone have the solution to the problem of increasing numbers of people developing Type 2 diabetes.

The U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that one in 13 North Americans have diabetes. And one in four over the age of 65 suffer from this disease.

Then there are an estimated 14 million people in North America who don’t even know they have diabetes! And millions more have prediabetes, just one step away from diabetes and its complications. All these figures increase every year.

So how does this combination kill?

It’s because EP (extra pounds) = a2 (atherosclerosis), causes the rust that collects in all of our arteries as we age. We have known for years that people who are obese or have

Dr. Gifford

JONES diabetes or both always develop more of this deadly rust that is composed of fatty deposits and cholesterol.

The deadly trio of obesity, diabetes and heart attack will eventually bring our health care system to its knees.

Years ago this scenario was rare. More people died from infection.

Now, since we live longer, the Gifford-Jones law has a major effect on longevity with the development of degenerative diseases. Gifford-Jones law states that one disease often leads to another, and another. The best example is that obesity leads to Type 2 diabetes and 50% of diabetics die of a heart attack due to atherosclerosis.

The problem isn’t complicated.

If all the toilets in the country stopped flushing due to plugged pipes, civilization as we know it would quickly end. If the organs of our body lack oxygenated blood due to plugged arteries, our own lives on this planet end.

It’s been said that you can whip a tired horse only so long before it drops. Extra pounds similarly put tremendous stress on the pancreas.

It eventually collapses and stops producing insulin.

When I graduated from

The Harvard Medical School 65 years ago only 5% of people had Type 2 diabetes and 95% was due to genetics. Now, 95% develop Type 2 diabetes (better called lifestyle diabetes) due to obesity. And obese children usually become obese adults. This means they face the increased risk of blindness, kidney failure, leg amputation and heart attack.

Atherosclerosis is therefore the ultimate destroyer, gradually decreasing the amount of oxygenated blood and other nutrients that are necessary for all organs.

Just as a car cannot run without gas the pancreas and other organs falter without oxygen.

So what is going to happen in the future? The answer is that EP=a2 will continue to kill more than Einstein’s equation.

The blunt truth is that only draconian measures by government and citizens will stem the epidemic of obesity and Type 2 diabetes. Hell will freeze over before that happens.

But there is a simple, natural way to put a dent in the progress of the nation’s number one killer, heart attack.

Research shows that high concentrations of Vitamin C and lysine, now available as Medi-C Plus in Health Food Stores, can reverse atherosclerosis.

It’s a revolutionary discovery that deserves the Nobel Prize.

But it’s a national tragedy that this research is collecting dust and is being ignored by the medical establishment, particularly cardiologists who should be aware of it.

See the web site www. docgiff.com to see the dramatic changes of arteries treated by vitamin C and lysine.

You don’t have to be a cardiologist to see the striking difference. If only cardiologists would look at what is so obvious.

For questions, email info@ docgiff.com. For more information, visit www.docgiff.com.

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MORRISROE AREA: two words that don’t completely express how we feel.

The outpouring of kindness and support, emoƟonally, physically and Įnancially, from our family and friends of Lacombe, Central Alberta and beyond was truly overwhelming.

We are THANKFUL for you all – friends, strangers, teachers, students, employers, workmates, local businesses, public servants and ‘not-so-public’ servants.

Though our journey is unfamiliar; we will move forward more successfully due to your generous wholehearted support.

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Effective January 1, 2015 the Central Alberta Life Classified Deadline will be

5:00 P.M. ON FRIDAYS

Employment #700 - #920 Caregivers/Aides................710 Clerical ..............................720 Computer Personnel ..........730 Dental ................................740 Estheticians........................750 Hair Stylists ........................760 Janitorial ............................770 Legal ..................................780 Medical ..............................790 Oilfield ................................800 Professionals......................810 Restaurant/Hotel ................820 Sales & Distributors ..........830 Teachers/Tutors..................840 Trades ................................850 Truckers/Drivers ................860 Business Opportunities......870 Miscellaneous ....................880 Volunteers Wanted ............890 Positions Wanted ..............895 Employment Training ........900 Career Planning ................920

Clerical

720

Technical Support Agent Growing national software company based in Red Deer seeking FT Tech Agent. Please visit us at www.visual-eyes.ca for further info and to apply.

Farm Work

755

DAIRY farm in Lacombe is looking for full time or part time workers. Hours are 3 a.m. to 8 a.m. or 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wage depending on experience. 403-782-3325

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

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

5190

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

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

Lost

54

LOST ladies silver ring w/pink stones in Parkland Mall 403-986-2108

Start your career!

See Help Wanted Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY Celebrate your life with a Classified ANNOUNCEMENT Looking for a place to live?

Take a tour through the CLASSIFIEDS

Personals

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COCAINE ANONYMOUS 403-396-8298

Is someone’s drinking causing you problems?

AL-ANON 403-346-0320

For More Information, Please call Prodie 403-314-4301

CARRIERS REQUIRED To deliver the

CENTRAL AB LIFE & LACOMBE EXPRESS 1 day a week in: LACOMBE BLACKFALDS

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

800

Looking for a new pet?

Check out Classifieds to find the purrfect pet.

Auto Wreckers

With only 64 papers, approximately: $350.00/mo.

Please call Rick for details 403-314-4303

Classifieds 403-309-3300

FIRST AID, CPR, BLS HCP QUALITY COURSES AT AFFORDABLE PRICE CERTIFIED INSTRUCTORS J A & HEART AND STROKE. CALLSAUD 1999 BUICK Regal, 4 dr., saudm01@hotmail.com grey leather. 403-352-6995 403 307 7444

Adult Newspaper Carriers Needed For Early Morning Delivery of the RED DEER ADVOCATE

Please call Debbie at 403-314-4307 NOW HIRING

$2500 Bonus Every 100 days

Well Testing Personnel Experienced Supervisors & Operators Must have valid applicable tickets. Email: lstouffer@ testalta.com

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS Oil & Gas Well Testing Supervisors, Night Foremen, Experienced/ Inexperienced Junior Day/Night Operators Must have H2S, First Aid, valid driver’s license.

Pre-employment Drug screening Competitive Wages.

Benefit Package Please submit resume with references to: apply@wespro.ca Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted

CARRIERS REQUIRED To deliver the CENTRAL AB LIFE 1 day a week in: PRODUCTION TESTING EXPERIENCED SUPERVISORS and TESTERS Day & Night Must have tickets.

Top paid wages.

Based out of Devon, AB. Email resume to: kathy@dragonsbreathpt.ca

INNISFAIL Penhold Olds Sylvan Lake Please call Debbie for details 403-314-4307

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Oilfield

800

850

Trades

Misc.

Help

880

ACADEMIC Express ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING

WINTER START GED Preparation PETROFIELD Industries, the Leader in manufacturing Hydrovac trucks, is accepting resumes for the following positions: * Finished Product Testing Assistant - Quality Control Responsible for: Monitoring final assembly sign off process, performing visual inspections, finished product testing, Professionals administrative functions and projects.

Qualifi cations: Grade 12, H/R - Payroll Manager related coursework and/or required for Landsperg certification, previous Auto Group. Full Time Position, Email cover letter quality control experience, working knowledge of & resume to dana@ hydrovac truck manufacturing reddeermitsu.ca Wage operations, ability to obtain depends on Experience a Class 3 Driver’s License.

TANKMASTER RENTALS req’s Exp’d Class 1 Fluid Haulers for Central Alberta. Oilfield tickets req’d. Competitive salary and job bonuses. Resume to terry@tankmaster.ca or fax 403-340-8818

810

* Quality Control Manager (You will have trade or technical education, Quality Control training/ coursework / certification, OUTSIDE SALES Project Management Training.

Fabricator/ welder OPPORTUNITIES experience, 3 - 5 years Growing industrial supply QC experience and CWB company in Red Deer Supervisor Certification. looking for Class 3A Driver’s\Licence OUTSIDE SALES an asset) REPRESENTATIVES to join our team. We offer an * General Labourers attractive compensation, * Industrial Painters benefits & bonus program. * Sandblasters * Material Handler Sales experience is not necessary but an industrial * 2nd Yr Welder with Aluminum experience background is a definite asset. Please forward your Visit our website at: resume to www.tornadotrucks.com human.resources.depart1 for more details. Our @gmail.com Company has an enthusiastic fast paced working environment, with advancement possibilities for the motivated person, Trades and offers an excellent benefit package. fax 403-742-5544 e-mail: hr@petrofield.com

Sales & Distributors

Would you like to take the GED in your community?

• • • • • • • • • •

Red Deer Rocky Mtn. House Rimbey Caroline Castor Sylvan Lake Innisfail Stettler Ponoka Lacombe Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available.

403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca

830

850

SHUNDA CONSTRUCTION requires a

Safety Coordinator C & C COATINGS in Innisfail is seeking F/T experienced Sandblaster.

On site blasting, various equipment, trucks and trailers. 75% new construction.

Competitive wages and benefits. Fax resume to: 403-227-1165 or email bslager@telus.net LICENSED MECHANIC & AUTO BODY TECH. Reasonable rate.

A.J. Auto Repair & Body 11, 7836 49 Ave. Call 403-506-6258 MILLARD TRUCKING LTD. is looking for a 2 Licenced Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanics.

The successful applicant must be able to work well in a high paced environment. We offer a great working environment, very competitive wages and performance bonuses.

All interested person are invited to apply to: Millard Trucking Ltd. Box 960, Sundre, AB T0M1X0 Fax: 403-638-4987 email: mbrodie@enerchem.com

SIDING INSTALLER with or without trailer & tools. F.T. year round work, must have truck and 2 yrs. exp. $1.30 per sq.ft.

403-358-8580

to implement, manage & enhance our existing safety program. Fax resume and references to 403-343-1248 or email admin@shunda.ca.

Truckers/ Drivers

860

DRIVERS for furniture moving company, class 5 required (5 tons), local & long distance. Competitive wages. Apply in person.

6630 71 St. Bay 7 Red Deer. 403-347-8841 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.

MCL Waste Systems & Environmental is looking for 3 Drivers to work in our Highway Division. If you have valid Class 1 license and 2 years driving experience with a clean abstract and have proven success dealing with customers, then we want to talk to you! Walking floor experience is preferred but will train the right candidate! This position is located in Red Deer County at the Horn Hill Waste Transfer Facility.

Competitive wages!

Excellent benefit program after completion of probationary period.

Apply with us today at jmaga@cerfcorp.com or fax your resume to 780-485-2645

EXPERIENCED HOG FARM WORKERS NEEDED. All areas of the barn.

Must have 2 yrs of previous experience. $18/hr or higher depending on exp. + benefits. F/T year round work. Resumes can be faxed to 403-748-4613

Business Services #1000 - #1430

Accounting .......................... 1010 Acupuncture........................1020 Advocate/Mediation ............1025 Antique Dealers & Stores ...1027 Automotive ..........................1029 Bands & DJ s ......................1030 Beauty/Cosmetic ................1040 Bookkeeping .......................1050 Cabinet Makers...................1054 Child Care/Caregivers.........1060 Carpentry............................1062 Car Rentals .........................1064 Cat Work .............................1065 Cleaning .............................1070 Clerical................................1080 Construction .......................1085 Consulting...........................1090 Contractors ......................... 1100 Computer Services ..............1110 Drafting & Design................ 1120 Eavestroughing ................... 1130 Educational ......................... 1140 Electrical ............................. 1150 Entertainment ..................... 1160 Escorts................................ 1165 Farm Equipment ................. 1168 Financial ............................. 1170 Fireplaces ........................... 1175 Flooring............................... 1180 Food/Catering ..................... 1190 Furnace Cleaning ............... 1193 Glass Shops ....................... 1196 Mobile Glass Shops............ 1197 Handyman Services ...........1200 Health Care......................... 1210 Income Tax .........................1220 Insurance ............................ 1130 Landscaping .......................1240 Land Mapping .....................1250 Legal Services ....................1260 Limousine Services ............1270 Massage Therapy ...............1280 Mechanical .........................1285 Misc. Services ....................1290 Moving & Storage ...............1300 Oilfield.................................1305 Painters/Decorators ............ 1310 Personal Services ............... 1315 Pet Services ....................... 1318 Photography .......................1320 Plumbing & Heating ............1330 Printing................................1335 Rental - Equipment .............1340 Rental - Misc .......................1350 Repair Service ....................1360 Roofing ...............................1370 Snow Removal....................1380 Travel ..................................1385 Upholstery ..........................1390 Well Drilling ........................1400 Welding............................... 1410 Window Cleaning ................1420 Yard Care ............................1430

Integral Incorporated is in need of Mechanical Assemblers(NOC 9486); F/T-Permanent; $24.23/hour + Health Care, Disability and Life Insurance after 3 months of continuous employment; BRIDGER CONST. LTD. 44 hours/week, 7:00AM – We do it all! 403-302-8550 5:30PM on MondaysThursdays, 7:00AM11:00AM on Fridays, 2 fixed days off on weekends; Duties: Assemble, fit, and RMD RENOVATIONS install prefabricated parts Bsmt’s, flooring, decks, etc. using a variety of tools and Call Roger 403-348-1060 equipment according to required specifications; Position, align and adjust parts for proper fit; Fasten parts together using bolting and riveting equipment or other fastening and joining BODY BALANCING, New techniques; Identifying Location. 403-352-8269 faulty components during the assembly process and, testing the assembled parts or products to check CHINESE massage therapy. Direct bill. Gift card. their quality and function ability; May assist finishing 403-986-1691 4606-48 Ave department, package and ship product when necesLooking for a new pet? sary; Perform other related duties as required; Work Check out Classifieds to Location: Civic #41016 find the purrfect pet.

RR# 24-5, Clive, Alberta, Canada T0C 0Y0; Requirements: Some secTired of Standing? ondary school education is Find something to sit on required; On-the-job trainin Classifieds ing is provided; Mail, Fax or E-mail resume: Employer: Integral IncorpoBuying or Selling rated; Address: P.O. Box your home?

163, Clive, Alberta, CA Check out Homes for Sale T0C 0Y0; E-mail: mur. in Classifieds integral@gmail.com; Phone: 403-784-2411; Fax: 403-784-2467 Looking for a place to live?

Take a tour through the CLASSIFIEDS UFA/BAR W has an opening for:

WAREHOUSE SHIPPER/RECEIVER

Health & Beauty

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

Auctions

1530

1700

NEW LIZ AREN NY, 1 red croc. make-up bag. c/w 12 eyeshadows, 2 blush, 1 nail polish, 1 lip gloss. $195 value, asking $50.

Would make a great Christmas gift.

403-227-2976

Household Furnishings

1730

SONY 60 disc stereo, $100. 403-782-3847

Misc. for Sale

1930

NOW BUYING WILD FUR -Coyotes, Foxes, Muskrat, Beaver etc. Call Reuben 403-887-2439

1760

1 BOX of tv items, Shaw Direct Motorola receiver HD DSR 605 Dolby, Starchoice receiver, Panasonic PV 8400 4 head VHS, 5 remotes, cable hookups, a steal at $25; 3 round battery clocks 9 1/2” quartz $3/ea, clothes dryer rack, adjustable arms 21 1/2” across 43” high $12; swivel wall mount lamp, beige $7; 5 sets of metal book ends, beige and tan $6/set, 2 Rubbermaid rough neck storage totes, stacking 53L, (24x16x12.5) $6/ea, Sterilite storage tote 20 1/2x14x12 $5 403-314-2026

3190

Mobile Lot

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

Housesitting Wanted

1720

NIGHT Tables, (2) Oak, 1 drawer & 2 doors with glass top to protect from scratches. $70 ea.

403-352-8811

Stereos TV's, VCRs

Wanted To Buy

3300

MATURE ADULT willing to house sit 403-506-7175.

Agricultural #2000 - #2290

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

Farm Custom Work

2080

CUSTOM TUB GRINDING Truck mount grinder w/550 HP. Call Nolan 403-357-9674

Real Estate #4000 - #4190

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

Houses For Sale

4020

2190

BLUE blanket, 96” x 90”; 5 Grain, Feed toss cushions (2 light pink, Hay AUCTION 2 rose, 1 blue), $20 for all.

Sales Wed. @ 6 pm.

LARGE round straw bales.

FOR SALE: Antique sales 1st. Sun. of 403-314-9603 $20 loaded. Can Supply 16 SPRUCE DRIVE the month @ 1 pm. Dec. 7 CHRISTMAS Tree, Blue Trucking. 403-340-9111 Moose Hall 2 miles south LACOMBE Spruce, 4’. LIVE in ground. of Ponoka on 2A 4-level split, 4 bdrm., 3 bath, Not yet cut, Perfect tree for 1687 sq.ft. fully dev.

WE BUY FOR CASH. small space. $40. obo Numerous upgrades incl.

403-304-4791 403-227-2976 painting on all levels, Check website for full listings vaulted ceiling, immed. poss. www.bigstrapperauctions.net DUVET COVER, Navy, A pleasure to show.

King sz., like new $30.

Reduced to $282,500.

LAST SALE 403-346-2070 Craig MacKenzie of the season Realty Executives Red Deer Wed. Dec. 17. Resume GARBAGE compactor weekly sales Jan. 14, 2015 403-302-0820 $100 obo or email: For Rent call 403-728-3485 cmackenzie1914@yahoo.ca #3000 - #3200 For more details see Kijiji.

Acreages/Farms ..............3010 HEADBOARD, for queen Children's Houses/Duplexes ............3020 bed, 60” wide, $35; Items Condos/Townhouses........3030 Businesses 3 Clean wool accent matching 3x5 oval carpets, Manufactured Homes ......3040 For Sale TWO baby dolls, rooted $35. for all 3; David Winter Four Plexes/Six Plexes ....3050 hair, blonde, eyes, few Suites ..............................3060 Collector’s houses in clothes, $20 for all; LEAPCottages/Seasonal ..........3070 FLOWER Art & Gifts Store original boxes, $25/ea; STER 2 with 3 games, Upright Hoover Dirt Finder Roommates Wanted ........3080 Sylvan Lake. 587-377-2023 good condition, $20.

Rooms for Rent................3090 Vacuum Cleaner, 403-314-9603 Motels/Hotels ..................3100 self propelled, allergen Investment Offices ..............................3110 filtration, $50.

Stores/Commercial ..........3120 Opportunities 403-352-8811

1580

Electronics

1605 Pets &

PLAY STATION 1 with 12 games, $80. 403-782-3847 X-BOX, 5 games, $50; WII, 7 games, $120.

403-782-3847

Firewood

4140

1660

AFFORDABLE

Homestead Firewood Spruce & Pine -Split. Firepits avail. 7 days/wk. 403-304-6472 DRY SPLIT FIREWOOD 403-748-3611 Delivery avail. Please leave msg.

Supplies

1810

2 AQUARIUMS/CRITTER CAGE - NO LEAKS. 20 gallon Hartz in box c/w hood light. $35.

5 Gallon, $15.

AQUARIUM GRAVEL - 10 lbs (new), white, $10.

OR all 3 for $50.

403-227-2976

Cats

1830

BEAUTIFUL kittens, (3), tan tabby F, silver spotted tabby w/orange cheeks, black calico F, unique face markings, free to good home 403-782-3130

The successful candidate 5* JUNK REMOVAL will have warehouse Property clean up 340-8666 experience, preferably with Sporting electrical and mechanical FIREWOOD, Spruce & Goods background as well as Pine. North of Costco forklift exp. Strong 403-346-7178, 392-7754 SKIS, 205 Mega Sport computer skills is an asset.

Tyrolia, and boots Sz. 10, Please fax resumes to Now Offering Hotter, Cleaner Memo Salomon.

403-347-9301 or email: JG PAINTING, 25 yrs. exp. BC Birch. All Types. P.U. / $40. ea. or both for $70. administration Delivery. Lyle 403-783-2275 403-346-2070 Free Est. 403-872-8888 @barwpetroleum.com

1860

Industrial ..........................3130 Warehouse Space............3140 Garage Space..................3150 Storage Space ................3160 Land ................................3170 Pasture ............................3180 Mobile Lot ........................3190 Misc. for Rent ..................3200

4180

4 PLEX/sale Elnora, huge lot, 2 titles, fully occupied,. Brian 403-348-6594

Wanted to Rent #3250 - #3390

Acreages/Farms ..............3255 Houses/Duplexes ............3260 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

Houses/ Duplexes

3020

SYLVAN LAKE: fully furnished, inclds dishes, bedding, 50” tv, utils.

Avail. Now! $1200.

403-880-0210.

TIRED OF SEARCHING FOR BUYERS? 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:

CASH! GET THINGS MOVING WITH THE CLASSIFIEDS!

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Careers

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Successful Careers Start here

Job Title: Department:

Aquatics Supervisor Kinsmen Aquatic Centre

The Opportunity The City of Lacombe is currently recruiting for an Aquatics Supervisor to join our Community Services team. Reporting to the Recreation and Culture Manager, this position is responsible for the successful operation of the Kinsmen Aquatic Centre and its programs. The Aquatics Supervisor will have a strong commitment to customer service and be skilled in working with a wide variety of people from staff to the general public. The position will coordinate all staffing functions including recruiting, training, scheduling, evaluating and coaching. Key responsibilities also include planning, developing and evaluating aquatic based programs and services.

Position to fill?

Qualifications and Experience In addition to your diploma in Recreation Administration you will possess a minimum of five (5) years experience operating a swimming pool in a supervisory capacity, including programming and staff scheduling.

Computer recreation software and budget experience is strongly desired.

Equivalencies of education and experience will be considered.

Current Certifications Required

• National Lifeguard Service or Red Cross Lifeguard • Standard First Aid, CPR, AED • Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and/or Lifeguard Trainer • Aquatics Fitness Instructor Award (AFLCA/CALA/WATERART) • Lifesaving Instructor • Pool Operator Level 1 • WHMIS Preferred certifications include: Pool Operator 2, First Aid Instructor, Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Trainer and Lifesaving Instructor Trainer.

Salary The City of Lacombe offers a competitive salary (2015 rates $69,555 $86,944) and a comprehensive benefits package.

If you would like to join our team and see yourself excelling in this role please forward your resume on or before December 22, 2014 to: Human Resources – City of Lacombe 5432-56th Avenue Lacombe, AB T4L 1E9 Email: humanresources@lacombe.ca Fax: (403)782-5655 Please note interviews will commence mid January 2015.

The City of Lacombe thanks all candidates for their interest, it is much appreciated. Please be advised only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Successful candidates will be required to provide an acceptable Criminal Records Check and Child Welfare Check.

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Service Directory

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403-350-8628

JIM’S

403-748-2628

SEPTIC TANK SERVICE

403-748-2628 403-350-8628

the GALLERY ON MAIN, LACOMBE ART FRAMING POTTERY SCULPTURES

Laverne

Owner/Manager

STAINED GLASS

BJ

Framing

Shelley

Framing and Front Gallery

4910 50 Ave 2nd Level th

403-782-3402

www.thegalleryonmain.com

•Skidsteer Services •Gravel Hauling •Excavating • Now Booking for Snow Removal

403.304.3887 www.drakeex.ca

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For All Your Excavation Needs 403.782.3437

www.dbbobcat.com

BLACKFALDS

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

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SPORTS

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SHOWDOWN - Bentley Generals player Kyle Sheen works hard in a battle for the puck against Fort Saskatchewan Chiefs player Brett Holmberg. The Generals came out on top in the game with a score of 6-3.

Kalisha Mendonsa/Lacombe Express

The Bentley Generals are staying strong at top of league

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express The Bentley Generals faced a little bit of competition with the Fort Saskatchewan Chiefs last weekend, but were able to remain victorious with a final score of 6-3.

“We’re happy with the record so far (120), of course. We’ve been tested a little bit more lately but we’re finding ways to win even when we don’t have our best game.

Tonight was a direct result of that,” said Generals Head Coach Ryan Tobler.

“We took to the old ‘bend-don’t-break’ rule and I think the guys did a good job of weathering the storm. They made a good push in the third and swung the game the right way.”

In the first period of play, Generals player Cam Maclise scored the first goal of the

game. The team was quickly surpassed in points as Chiefs players Warren Toews and Brett Rock each scored a goal.

According to Tobler, it is rare for the Generals to be down in the first period and be off to a slow start. Both teams took a mere nine shots on opponents’ goals in the first period.

The second period heated up the ice, with a total of 21 shots on goal between both teams and four goals scored in total.

Bentley Generals players Josh Smith and Giffen Nyren scored goals in the first 10 minutes of the period.

The two General goals were followed by a retaliation goal by Brett Holmberg of the Chiefs. Within three minutes, the Generals took back the lead with another goal by Don Morrison.

Tobler said the game was a good demon-

stration of competition from the opposing team.

“We were tested tonight pretty good. As far as team competition goes, everybody’s given us a good game. Okotoks have been really tough – they’ve proven that. Innisfail has always given us a tough game even though the scores haven’t really been indicative of that. Stony (Plain) got new coaches this year and I think it looks like they’ve had good results so far since the change. They’ve gotten a few new players too. Everybody is giving us a good season and good competition.”

The second period was an intense time for goal scoring and for penalty time.

Both teams received numerous penalties, with Fort Saskatchewan player Doug Auchenberg taking the brunt of the time with a total of 16 minutes in the box due

to high sticking, misconduct and roughing.

In the third period the crowd in the arena hollered with anticipation with the score being a close 4-3 in favour of the Generals.

However, the Generals pushed on to gain two more goals, bringing the final score to 6-3.

Maclise was given the title of star player for the game as he scored his second goal late in the third period. Teammate Torrie Dyck scored only 10 seconds after, securing the win.

“We haven’t been in situations like (being down after first period) very often, but you need to. You need to be tested like that and it’s good to see the guys respond. I’m proud of the way that we found a way to win without our best game,” said Tobler. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

COACHES

Do you want your team covered?

Send contact info, rosters and schedules to news@lacombeexpress.com

SPORTS

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Bev Smith a big influence in Lacombe ringette scene

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express For over 20 years, Bev Smith has been with the Lacombe Ringette Association coaching hundreds of girls, including her daughters and granddaughters, through all levels of play.

Smith has volunteered locally and has been on the executive of the local ringette association as well as the provincial ringette association. She said that her interest has always been building the local ringette community and making the Association stronger.

“What I really like about ringette is that it teaches teamwork. The game is based on working as a team and you have to pass. It’s about players working with their teams and it is really a team building format game. Everybody has to work together to make the game great,” she said.

“It’s lots of fun and is a great winter sport. It can get you through the winter quickly because there is so much going on.”

When Smith is not in the rink she works for the local government doing work within the agriculture branch. Her position within the local ringette association is as a coaching facilitator, which means that she certifies coaches.

“I’m making sure we have good, quality coaches and I’ve been doing that for 10 years or more now.

Everybody loves to hear this though - I coached my daughters for 23 years, now I’m coaching U14 with my 12-year-old granddaughter and I’m also coaching my

four-year-old granddaughter,” she said.

“I’m probably more of the grandma to ringette than a queen. The fun part for me is coaching my girls.

I have coached full circle – my girls and their girls. It gives me a great bond with them and a lot of joy.”

Within the Lacombe Ringette Association, Smith is a director at large as well as a coach liaison and mentor.

She has fulfilled many different roles over her years with the group.

Becoming a coach can be a lot of work. Ringette Canada requires coaches to obtain particular credentials and to have multiple certifications. Smith said that the reason she enjoyed coaching so much is because she gets to witness the development and skills grow in the girls and gets the opportunity to build relationships with them.

“There are so many skills in ringette – skating, passing, receiving and a little bit of checking. It’s a total possession game with lots of strategies and tactics.

It’s based on basketball, which is why it’s the fastest sport on ice. It’s a game that is very much designed for speed and accuracy,” Smith said.

“I think my favourite group to coach is the U12 age group because that’s when they start the real development and the girls realize and recognize the team play aspect. Teammates become so important to each other and that really translates into lifelong skills.”

Smith explained that the skills she sees girls building

MAKING A DIFFERENCE - Bev Smith is known locally as a major player in the ringette scene. She has been coaching for many years and has earned a position of respect for all of her efforts.

Kalisha Mendonsa/Lacombe Express are things like confidence, self-esteem and team building, which she sees as vital skills for work situations.

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Variety has been a part of Smith’s career in that she has coached nearly every age group that plays with the Lacombe Ringette Association. She said that she loves the small girls

because of their enthusiasm and learning but that the older girls sometimes reverse the roles and teach her about the sport.

“It’s so excellent to see these girls be successful.”

Smith’s oldest daughter was originally in hockey, mixed with boys and girls.

When Smith’s youngest wanted to be in ringette, Smith thought this game was great because it gave the girls a chance to shine.

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“My daughters have both played through each level and I have coached them all the way through. I have quite a bit of experience,” she laughed.

“I have been coaching all along, and part of that always ends up being a volunteer for different levels, too.”

Smith has coached some very successful players, such as Jamie and Dailyn Bell, who grew up in Lacombe, played on the Alberta team and are currently in the National Ringette League, having played on Team Canada.

Smith’s love for ringette comes from players and watching the skill development among the girls. Her family has been a part of the Lacombe ringette community for decades and have many years until they are through.

Smith will happily continue to coach for the foreseeable future, she said. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

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Welcome Wagon an integral part of community

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express In a new community it can be difficult to track down information on municipal services, social groups and even medical offices – enter Welcome Wagon.

Welcome Wagon is a Canadian greeting service that offers information for people who are experiencing a change in lifestyle.

Those lifestyle changes can include moving to a new community, planning a wedding, welcoming a new child, being a new business owner or executive or being over 50-years-old.

People contact Welcome Wagon and arrange a meeting where they are greeted by representatives and are presented with an array of information and gifts to welcome them into their new community.

“When we visit someone, we bring along a lot of different things. We bring maps, information about bylaws, information on recycling and garbage and information on recreational activities – where they run, what they are and how to join them,” said Lacombe representative Pryna Koberstein.

“In Lacombe, the library gives them a library card and the pool provides with a swim pass. For new babies, adopted children and foster kids, we bring information about child safety and immunizations. We also bring along local information about groups that parents can join and activities that happen around the area.”

Koberstein said there are a number of groups and activities that are available to parents from the moment their child is born and not many people are aware of them. Each Welcome Wagon visit includes a basket with goods and gifts from local businesses as well as information on family welfare and entertainment. These visits are free and are way to greet people new to a particular community.

“This is all a free service – the person doesn’t have to spend any money, it’s just something nice for them. Most of the businesses will keep a gift waiting for these people when they come back. They’ll get an invitation or gift card or note or something they can take to the businesses and often they will get a second gift when they go into the business in person.”

Koberstein said that being involved with Welcome Wagon has been a great way to spend her time since her retirement. She said she enjoys being able to open people’s

eyes about the options they have within Lacombe to engage in their community.

She has been a resident of Lacombe her whole life and said she has enjoyed sharing the growth with new residents.

Koberstein shares the Welcome Wagon visits with Donna Korpress, who also has been with Welcome Wagon since her retirement.

“It’s all about letting people know what all is available to them. Moving here, you don’t realize what all is available but when we pull out that map and show people how many lakes there are and things like that – they get excited. You can hike around all of the lakes and it’s beautiful,” said Korpress.

Korpress moved to Alberta, residing in Lacombe but commuting each day to Red Deer for work. She said this caused her to want to learn more about her residential town after she retired. Currently, Korpress said she enjoys her work with Welcome Wagon and enjoys sharing the secrets of Lacombe with new residents.

Koberstein said one of the biggest things she wants people to know is they have to contact Welcome Wagon or herself or Korpress directly. They do not have a way of knowing who has moved into the City unless the new residents notify them.

“The biggest thing that I would like to have come across is that we are here for people. We are here for new parents. We have done a lot of research and have a lot of information and can answer a lot of questions. We would love to be able to do that for people. However, people have to contact us,” she said.

“We don’t know who has just moved here, so people need to reach out to us. The City helps as much as they can, but there are privacy issues with giving out that kind of information.”

Welcome Wagon services are available in hundreds of districts across Canada, each with their own unique welcome baskets for residents. The services are completely free and can be accessed in Lacombe by visiting www.welcomewagon.ca, calling the toll-free number on the web site or by calling Pryna at 403-348-9567 or Donna at 403-782-0475.

There is no official office for Welcome Wagon so all interested parties must contact local representatives.

“I think if I were moving somewhere I would certainly look into the welcome wag-

WARM WELCOME – From left, Donna Korpress poses with Pryna Koberstein as the two display a typical Welcome Wagon greeting basket that is offered to residents of the City experiencing lifestyle changes such as moving or welcoming a new baby.

Kalisha Mendonsa/Lacombe Express on. I’ve been involved with this for about five years. I used to work for Lacombe when it was a town and the Welcome Wagon representative at that time used to come and get information and supplies from the municipality,” said Koberstein.

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Red Deer Players present Snow White and the Seven Nobbits Lots of magic and mayhem woven into winter ‘panto’ production cal flavour and lots of local content as this is what the true spirit of panto is all about,” said Forhan, adding that the show is suitable for the entire family.

There are people such as Buttons, Bingo the Panto Horse, Mother Twerk (the Panto Dame) and her very odd family, handsome Chad Charming and Mr. Nasty. There are true villains such as Lady Borden, Butterworth and Gooner the Hitman.

“Lady Elizabeth Borden, Snow White’s wicked stepmother, treasures her magic iPad that tells her she is the most beautiful woman in the world. But things change when an earthquake hits the area at the precise moment of Snow White’s 18th birthday.”

Now grown up, Snow White takes the title as the world’s most beautiful woman – which of course Lady Borden is horrified to learn.

She plots with her butler and Gooner McGoonigal to ‘do away’ with the newlyminted number one beauty.

“Meanwhile, in Nordegg, the Twerks, Button’s adopted family consisting of mother and her seven nobbits, discover that the mine that they had been running for years has collapsed in the earthquake.”

While checking out the damage, they rescue poor Snow White.

“And with the imminent

BY MARK WEBER Lacombe Express Local audiences will again be able to enjoy the unique charms of ‘panto’ with Snow White and the Seven Nobbits, being staged by the Red Deer Players.

The ‘panto’ is an AngloItalian Christmas tradition, proved popular not only in the UK but Australia, South Africa and the U.S. where one New York production once ran for 1,200 performances.

Last year, a panto – also described as basically a British music hall theatre with song and dance borrowing stories that are loosely based on fairy tales – was produced by Central Alberta Theatre. It also marked a first for Red Deer.

This year, the Red Deer Players are having a go at it under the solid directorship of Carole Forhan and Sue Humphreys.

Performances run at the Scott Block Theatre, opening on Dec. 26th and continuing through to Jan. 3rd.

Curtain is at 7 p.m. except the Dec. 28th matinee, which is at 2 p.m.

As Forhan points out, this year’s panto – penned by local playwright Albert Azzara, loosely follows the tale of Snow White.

Azzara has taken the liberty with a century’s old story and updated it in his usual zany fashion.

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seizure of their mine by the bank, Bingo saves the day in a most unusual way.”

Chad Charming also shows up, charming Snow White and they of course live happily ever after.

For Forhan, it’s a special delight to be involved with a panto, as she is originally from England where the tradition is extremely popular.

She pointed out that a member from her crew, who was recently in England, told her there were some 400 pantos taking place across the country at that time including four

taking place in his town.

“They often run until the end of January, and they sell out.”

The quirky nature of the productions keep audiences engaged.

“For actors – everything you learned in theatre, throw it out the window – it doesn’t count. This is why in England all these famous movie stars just love to have a go at panto,” she explains. “You can just go and have fun doing it.”

She is also extremely proud of her dedicated cast of 17.

“Ashley Newman plays Snow White – she looks like Snow White, she sounds like Snow White, she sings like an angel. She’s brilliant.”

Musical numbers run the gamut from I Feel Pretty from West Side Story and I’d Do Anything from Oliver to Oh What A Beautiful Morning from Oklahoma and Whistle While You Work from Snow White.

Other gems include If I Only Had A Brain and Somewhere Over the Rainbow from The Wizard of Oz. Ultimately, perhaps ac-

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If you answered yes then Alberta Science Network, Central Alberta, has volunteer opportunities for you with the Scientists & Engineers-inthe-Classroom program! For more information contact Patti Yackulic by email at central@albertasciencenetwork.ca.

The Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories is cur-

rently recruiting volunteers to work a bingo shifts once a month, at Red Deer Bingo Centre in the position of chair, paymaster, card cash controller or card seller; all volunteers must be at least 18 years old. For more information contact Janice Fogarty, jfogarty@alzheimer.ab.ca or call 403342-0448.

Bethany Care Society in Red Deer is seeking volunteers for recreation, feeding, and pastoral opportunities.

We believe there are benefits for you, the volunteer, in your development through volunteering as well. The opportunities are flexible and we always appreciate new ideas. For more information contact Ann Van Hemmen, Ann.vanhemmen@bethanyseniors. com or call 403-357-3702.

Canadian Blood Services is Canadian Blood Services is looking for In-Clinic and In-Community Volunteers. Training will be provided.

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April is Daffodil Month, and the Canadian Cancer Society is seeking a volunteer who is available for at least six hours/week during office hours to help us with our campaign!

This individual will work together with our staff to organize our fresh cut daffodil sale venues, filling preorders, scheduling volunteers and other general administrative tasks For more information contact Melissa Chan, 403-541-5395 or email volunteer@cancer.ab.ca.

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“It is more than just the zaniness. It is the chance to bring out the child in all of us, to lose ourselves for awhile, to put aside the cares and worries of everyday life.”

Tickets are available at the Black Knight Inn Ticket Centre by calling 403755-6626 or going online at www.blackknightinn.ca.

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Pulling out all the ‘decorating stops’ this Christmas Ah the holidays!

Is there another time of year that makes us spend too much, eat things we shouldn’t and bestow glitter and glitz on our usually non-glittery home? Most of us feel the immediate magic of Christmas and it is a proven way to change us into our decorative alter egos.

There is something about Christmas that makes us dig deep; people who don’t bake will suddenly take on projects to be part of an office cookie exchange and it makes some of us adorn our homes with super cute woodland creatures or smiley snowmen.

I am as far from cutesy as you can imagine but something about Christmas makes me want to decorate with deer and sweet little lambs. What is it about the holidays that bring out this whimsical, magical side in us? Why do we suddenly turn into Snow

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MECKLER White humming in a forest beckoning all the woodland creatures to our door?

I believe the nostalgia of Christmas draws us in and keeps our sense of play in mind as we decorate for the season.

I saw a little one carrying a stuffed Rudolph toy the other day and instantly melted into a puddle of reminiscence thinking about my favorite childhood cartoon. At no other time of the year will you catch me using childish and cutesy decorations but Christmas just brings out the cute in me!

We all want Christmas to sparkle and make us smile all while smelling like pine,

cranberries and pumpkin.

The sights and sounds are like no other and everyone I know gets caught up in the magical feeling that these items bring to our home. We use materials like sequins, velvet, glitter and gold and silver paint to spread holiday cheer throughout our home – even if we don’t normally indulge in such opulent looks. It is like this time of year gives us licence to pull out all the stops and use whatever materials and decorative items that make us happy.

Even though my tree and decorative theme is colour controlled, I believe that nothing can be too tacky at Christmas.

Well, except maybe tinsel but that is my personal dislike. Even so, seeing a huge tree bedecked with twinkling lights and sparkly tinsel still makes one smile and will instantly put you in the Christmas spirit.

You can over indulge and wear tacky snowflake covered sweaters till you are blue in the face and it will still make you and those around you feel festive and merry.

So go ahead, pull out all the stops! Let this be the year that you throw caution to the wind and stick those goofy reindeer antlers on your car as you drive about displaying your Christmas spirit. Line your sidewalk with illuminated candy canes and be ‘that house’ on the block that all the neighbours remember as being the one with the most Christmas spirit.

It’s time to let your season shine and there is nothing better in the world than spreading Christmas cheer to those around you. home. ‘Tis the season everyone! Let’s take the time to do it up right – Merry Christmas!

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

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