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City couple enjoys the rewards of giving back Volunteers recognized as National Volunteer Week runs April 12th-18th

BY ERIN FAWCETT Red Deer Express

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olunteers are an integral part of any community and with next week marked as National Volunteer Week, recognition of those who freely give of their time is all the more important.

National Volunteer Week runs April 12th-18th.

Valerie and Doug Sandall, longtime residents, are both avid volunteers in the Central Alberta community.

Valerie, along with Joan Donald, were the first chairs of the Festival of Trees in Red Deer. She has also sat on the Hospital Foundation Board, organized fundraising dinners at Red Deer College, organized past premier dinners, worked on the Capital Campaign for the Red Deer Hospice to complete the funding for the facility, helped with the STARS Air Ambulance campaign to fund a new helicopter and she has done some canvassing for various organizations, among others. Valerie was also very active in the school system and did fundraising when their two daughters were in school. “I was lucky enough to be a stay-at-home mom. Doug would come home from work and take care of the parenting duties so I could go and volunteer – it was my ‘out’. I got quite involved with different groups.”

As for Doug, he has enjoyed various volunteer opportunities as well. He is involved with the Red Deer College Foundation and was on the fundraising committee for the new library at RDC. He is also involved with the Kiwanis Club and was past president of the Club. He served on the Twilight Homes Foundation Board for 12 years – 10 of those years as president, and has also served on the board at the Westerner as well as on the audit committee at the Westerner, he has volunteered with the Red Deer Golf and Recreation Society and was on the board of directors of the Downtown Revitalization Committee. He also served on the Fellow of Chartered Accountants disciplinary board as well as their income tax committee. The

GIVING BACK - Valerie and Doug Sandall enjoy volunteering their time for a number of causes in Red Deer. As National Volunteer Week runs next week, they encourage others to give their time as well.

Sandalls have lived in Red Deer for 35 years. They initially met in Red Deer before attending college and university in Edmonton. A few years later, they returned to Red Deer to settle down.

“We moved back to Red Deer because we thought it was a great community to raise our family,” said Doug.

“It was probably the best thing we ever did,” added Valerie. “Red Deer was the perfect size to raise your family. Red Deer has so much to offer – we have so many wonderful facilities here and such a wonderful assortment of amenities that it is such a great place to raise a family. Those are the things that drew us back.”

The couple has two daughters,

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Cynthia who is a registered nurse and Melissa who is a chartered accountant.

One of the first things the Sandalls helped to fundraise for upon their return to Red Deer was the Bower community centre in the mid-1980s.

“We lived in Bower when we first moved back and that was tremendous community spirit that got that building,” said Valerie.

“That was a real Bower community effort to build that building and to raise the funds.”

In regards to volunteering, Valerie said she has enjoyed giving her time to various organizations over the years.

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back than what you put in,” she added. “When you volunteer you can be helping to raise money for a building, or you are supporting a cause. There is such a sense of pride that you have helped a cause.”

Doug said when there is a need in the community, he is inclined to help out. “When you get involved and help see that materialize – it’s rewarding,” he said.

“I worked and earned my living in the community so it is always nice to give back to the community that has been good to you.

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to be a reward, you do it because there is a need. “That’s part of the fiber of Red Deer – is that it has such a great volunteer base,” he added.

As for encouraging others to volunteer, Valerie said a little bit of time can go a long way.

“Understandably so, people are very busy and don’t always have a lot of time. But you don’t have to have a lot of time. Even if it’s just a couple hours a week, there are so many different groups that need volunteers. I’m sure people would get more out of it than what they put into it,” said Valerie. “I think if people just did what they could, our community would be all the better for it.” efawcett@reddeerexpress.com

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Internationally acclaimed author visits Red Deer

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Red Deer Express Any follower of Margaret Atwood could most certainly describe her as a person familiar with the creative process and as a person who plays a large role in society as an artist.

Atwood recently presented some of her thoughts on these topics during the Red Deer College Perspectives Series held this week.

Her first presentation left attendees with a few ideas to think about surrounding the creative process, and the second brought attendees’ attention to the many roles of artists in society and to some of the ways those roles have evolved.

“The trouble with novels is that there just isn’t one craft that must be learned.

There are many and they are learned by doing (creating a novel) and they are learned every single time,” Atwood said.

She told the audience that structure is the main thing that blocks progress in a novel – how to tell what, and in what order does the author share the information?

She reminded the audience the creator is only a small piece of a creation, and that a large role comes from those who receive and interpret what’s been created.

“Putting various tools together – tools including words, grammar, images and numbers – to achieve a desired goal is, I take it, the creative process, broadly interpreted,” she said.

“A lot of our creative processes are devoted to coming up with better solutions in (consensus, nourishment, procreation, recreation and defence) than the ones we have at present.”

Atwood said there are a few hints to help a person throughout their creative process, the first being to immerse yourself in whatever you are working with,

be it words, paint, numbers or three dimensional objects.

She said it is important to completely dive into a project so that one provides the brain something to work on.

Next, as many have before her, she said to go for a walk may be one of the greatest ways to move through a problem.

It distracts the creative part of the brain, she said, and therefore allows the logical brain to work at the problem from a new angle.

Third, she said to interrogate your work as if you’ve never seen it before.

“Ask not, ‘Does it express my feeling?’ Ask instead, ‘Does it evoke the feeling I want to express in the reader or listener?’” she proposed.

“The creator is always just one entity in the act of creation. The created thing is passed on, if we’re lucky, from hand to hand, or from mind to mind.

“Along with the individual item that is passed goes the knowledge of how to make, and the desire to emulate. That is what we call ‘inspiration’ or ‘influence’.”

The final seed to creation, Atwood said, was essentially the positive faith of a can-do attitude. She said without the affirmation that one can complete a project, they can’t.

Atwood’s second presentation, a student session, focused on the artist’s role in society, and the various proposed roles that artists are subject to be in. She mentioned that the development of empathy is one such goal that artists contribute to because narration provokes inspection and thought.

She said human beings come with the ability to create and with an affinity for certain activities. She said what we can do with these abilities depends on the culture people are surrounded by.

INFLUENTIAL- Margaret Atwood addressed an audience at the Red Deer College Arts Centre Monday night as part of the Perspectives Series.

“Every creator in every human endeavour ever stands on the shoulders of a huge pyramid of ancestors who have created before them and who have passed enough along so that subsequent generations can add, innovate, expand and occasionally take astonishing leaps into something truly new, or almost new, or new enough to astound.

“First, we dream it, then, we do it. Hint – this is not always a good thing,” she said.

She said creative endeavours and development depend on the technology available.

She said that they also depend on an audience to receive the information or

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art, and to hopefully pass it along.

“Another observable fact about human creativity is that it comes in waves. It comes with a plateau, and a sharp peak, and a plateau.

In the arts, you can usually correlate these waves with the advent of a new medium that invites exploration,” she said on the relationship between technologies and art development.

Atwood also touched on the artist’s role as a reflection of current society.

Through the Renaissance, art began to become more introspective and personal.

Portraits were common because people were exploring the self.

Such is the same when religion or politics heavily influence a society, rather than a human movement.

Also, Atwood addressed the role of art as a therapy and guide in societies. She talked about studies being done to help post-traumatic stress disorder war veterans work through their pain through drama and material art.

She said this indeed has been a role as artists – to help people grow and learn and heal.

Finally, Atwood spoke about the place of censorship within art. She said that apps such as ‘Clean Reader’, that alter and change prose if words are deemed ‘unfit’ alters the

purpose of that art or literature, and is therefore unacceptable.

In an interview, Atwood reflected on the role of social media as both a propeller and a silencer in art, depending on who shares the information and the medium they choose to share it on.

This is another kind of ‘energy’ that she talked about in her speech – energy that a society uses to pass information and material.

“My question today is does anything go? Should anything go? Should there be limits? Should artists be told by anyone what to do?” she asked. kmendonsa@reddeerexpress.com

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Jim Prentice calls election for May 5th

BY MARK WEBER Red Deer Express Premier Jim Prentice made it official – Albertans head to the polls May 5th.

Prentice told supporters and media in Edmonton that Albertans deserve the opportunity to judge his party’s plan, which has been laid out over the past several weeks. “Our party is not the party of the status quo – we will not take Alberta backwards,” he said. “I’m proud to be a forward-looking progressive conservative.”

He also talked about his future plans for the province, adding Alberta doesn’t have to stay so dependent on non-renewable resources and the economic volatility they inevitably bring. He also outlined a 10year plan for the province, which he said would create secure, long-term jobs.

“We will be taking our detailed plan to every single household in this province,” he said. “All Albertans will have the opportunity to read it, to understand it and to see for themselves what we are proposing for the future of

this province and what we are going to leave behind for our children and our grandchildren. These are challenging times that require decisive leadership,” he said, noting that some of the province’s recent decisions haven’t been popular, including hikes in so-called sin taxes and the health care levy. “But we have made the realistic choices.”

Prentice said his party must – everyday and in every action – earn the trust of Albertans.

“I want this party to be a party that Albertans can be proud of. A party that listens to what Albertans have to say,” he said. “This election is about one fundamental question – who has a realistic plan for the challenges that face Alberta, who is being honest with Albertans and who has the realistic plan to put things right in this province?”

Prentice also talked about changing the culture of government to be one that focuses on being, “Frugal, practical and focused on frontline services.

“We will cut the size of

government – there are too many managers, there are too many consultants, are too many committees and there is too much waste, too much red tape and too much duplication.”

The opposition parties were quick to respond to the announcement.

Wildrose Leader Brian Jean said, “The only way to stop taxes from going up is to vote Wildrose. After 44 years in government, the same old entitled PCs under Jim Prentice no longer deserve a blank cheque.

“Across this province, we are building a strong team dedicated to standing up for Albertans. Only the Wildrose has the track record to compete province-wide against the PCs and give Albertans a credible alternative.

“Politics needs to be about people, earning their trust and standing up for them on the issues that matter to them most,” Jean said. “Government shouldn’t be about dollars spent, but people served.

I can’t wait to meet with Albertans across the province and stand up for them

to ensure we keep money in their pockets, and bring our province back to prosperity.”

Greg Clark, Alberta Party leader, said that, “This election is nothing more than the usual PC political opportunism. “I’ve been on the doors for the last six weeks in Calgary-Elbow, and I am confident that this will be Prentice’s spring of discontent.

“Jim Prentice is hoping for the lowest voter turnout in Alberta history because he thinks it will give him an advantage. I believe Albertans will step up and show Prentice who’s really in charge.”

Alberta Liberal Leader David Swann said, “This campaign is about building and maintaining trust with Martha and Henry’s family, the new generation of Albertans who are now

driving this province.

“Over the last three years, Albertans have learned they can count on Alberta Liberals to lead on progressive, forward thinking issues that represent the values of Albertans, including equal pay for work of equal value, gay-straight alliances, and protecting our children through mandatory choice on vaccinaeditor@reddeerexpress.com tions.”

IT’S TIME – Premier Jim Prentice called an election this past Tuesday during a stop in EdmonJenna Swan/Red Deer Express ton. Albertans head to the polls on May 5th.

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‘Game of Thrones’ raises more than $50,000

BY ERIN FAWCETT Red Deer Express A unique fundraiser held in Red Deer last week has raised more than $50,000 for the MS Society.

‘Game of Thrones’ took place in Red Deer on April 1st and 2nd. The event saw 10 teams going around the City on April 1st pranking individuals by delivering a brightly decorated toilet to their home or office.

By donation the toilet was removed. The person who was pranked could then prank someone of their choosing and the teams collected donations along the way.

The teams competed with each other to see who can raise the most money and there will also be prizes for the ‘best dressed’ toilet as well.

The second part of the fundraiser was held April 2nd at Bo’s Bar & Grill and included a 50/50 draw, a silent auction and the judging of the ‘best dressed’ toilets.

Bre Fitzpatrick, one of the organizers for the event, was thrilled with the

amount that was raised $51,000. Last year the event raised $8,000.

“We were really pumped!

It was a major jump from last year and it is amazing,” she said. “The first day (April 1st) raised over $30,000. We had great reception from the Red Deer area and we were so blown away – what an amazing community we are a part of.

“WE WERE REALLY PUMPED! IT WAS A MAJOR JUMP FROM LAST YEAR AND IT IS AMAZING.” BRE FITZPATRICK “Another huge part was another one of the groups reported back that evening at how prevalent MS is in our community.

“They went into one business and a gentleman came out and said that he was diagnosed with MS a few weeks ago. When I hear stuff like that, to show people that there are ways of still living and still en-

SUCCESSFUL FUNDRAISING – Game of Thrones event organizers top from left, Lane Tomalty, Amanda Hadland, Susan Jackson and Mandi Reynolds; bottom from left, Bre Fitzpatrick, Doug Halldorson, and Suzanne Forbes take their turns on the porcelain Jenna Swan/Red Deer Express thrones following the event at Bo’s Bar and Grill last week. joying life, and that there is community support for the different illnesses that

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“The thing that I can take away from this the most is that from growing up in Red Deer I always knew that this was an amazing community and they didn’t fail to disappoint,” she said.

“It gives me so much confidence that for anyone going through a variety of illnesses or situations in life that they might face – it just shows me that when we choose to work collaboratively how much strength there is in that.” efawcett@reddeerexpress.com

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“To be able to show him that in that moment – that is very powerful. That means more than raising the money – that someone knows they are going to be supported through this process is huge,” said Fitzpatrick, who was diagnosed with MS in 2010.

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National Volunteer Week celebrates those who give back

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Red Deer Express Throughout the year thousands of volunteers go about the region offering their time and attention to various organizations, often with little thanks and without seeking recognition.

Volunteer Week is a national celebration held in honour of those who give up their time, effort and resources to contribute to the betterment of their com-

munities. From April 13th18th, communities and organizations across the country will host awareness events, appreciation luncheons and more in honour of those who dedicate themselves to helping others.

“This is a nationallyrecognized period of time to acknowledge and thank and appreciate all of the volunteers we have. It’s also a great time to be talking about volunteerism and getting more people

involved in volunteering,” said Karen Oatway, executive director of Volunteer Central.

“Lots of organizations do their own volunteer appreciation during this time.

They know their volunteers the best and how best to show them appreciation.

For our staff, we’re very excited to be partnering with the Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery for an exhibit that will run until August 21st. It’s got highlights on volunteers throughout

Central Alberta and it really shows that people volunteer for different reasons, and anyone can do it.”

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Right now, we’re partnering with the Central Alberta Association of Fundraising Professionals to do workshops on May 8th and 9th,” Oatway said.

“That’s definitely a concern for most non-profits, especially in this budget year.

“That gives them some great tips and ideas on how to make their fundraising more successful. With small non-profits, people kind of get delegated into positions where they don’t have experience, so these workshops are great.”

Volunteer Week is a great time to review local volunteer listings, become involved and gain education on the wide variety of groups and events that need volunteers in Central Alberta.

Interested parties can also check out the Sector News newsletter presented by Volunteer Central, which connects them to job postings in non-profit organizations as well as provides information on local event listings seeking volunteers.

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“Things have been very busy and very fun. We’ve been working all throughout Central Alberta.

“There are a ton of volunteer opportunities on our web site, and they are really easy to find. You go on the site and you just click on the yellow button and you can see all of the opportunities available,” Oatway said.

“You can search by area in Central Alberta – whether that’s Ponoka, Lacombe or Red Deer.

You can search by interest, if you want to work with kids, or animals or seniors. You can also search by organization.”

Currently, Volunteer Central has a draw opportunity happening until the end of April. To be entered into the draw, go to www. volunteercentral.ca and navigate to the ‘volunteer opportunities’ section.

Information for the draw becomes available on the page. Oatway said there are a number of great prizes, with first prize being a $50 recreation pass from the City of Red Deer and United Way. One of the ways Vol-

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OPINION Off to the polls we go Albertans will head to the polls May 5th as Premier Jim Prentice confirmed the province’s worst kept secret on Tuesday morning.

Prentice called an election in front of dozens of supporters in Edmonton.

The election call was speculated for weeks and now Albertans have the choice – to continue with a long-reigning Progressive Conservative party, or to have a change in government.

Prentice has set himself up well in the lst number of weeks – stopping in Red Deer twice – once at a Chamber luncheon and a second time to make a funding announcement for the school system. He released a carefully thought-out budget a couple of weeks ago and he has been seen interacting with groups and organizations provincewide during that time as well.

Wildrose, according to the polls, has been nipping at the Tories’ heels, and the Alberta NDP have also seen some growing momentum in the Edmonton area as well, so this could mean the next few weeks could measure up to be snappy campaign.

Strategically, Prentice has selected a promising time for the election rather than waiting until the fall or next spring, when it was supposed to happen. Albertans are finding themselves in the middle of a sluggish economy with little hope that things will abruptly turn around anytime soon.

There are all kinds of lay-offs and with

that comes a sense of hopelessness. Prentice carries a real sense of confidence, direction and charisma, that, like him or not, could very well carry him through to success.

The other parties aren’t in that strong a shape, although the Wildrose Party’s recent selection of Brian Jean is proving to be a promising move as well.

Jean is a strong contender – smart, wellspoken, polished and relatable.

The Alberta Liberals always face an uphill battle in Alberta, no matter what they choose to emphasize in their campaigns. David Swann is a capable and respected leader, but it’s tough to get traction in a province that has been Tory so long that it’s hard to picture a different political scenario.

Alberta NDP, as mentioned, has been experiencing some sizzle in the Edmonton region and a breath of new life under the leadership of Rachel Notley. But there’s this pervasive sense that all the opposition parties just aren’t as organized or prepared as the Conservatives are for this particular election. As strong a leader as Jean is, the fact remains that he is still very new to the party and thus to the populace at large. It must be tough to face a provincial election being a newly-minted leader, but at the same time for a population that could very well be ready for change, one never really knows. Four weeks in politics, as we all know, can be a very long time.

Time to buck up Alberta, you’ve got more than oil The year I settled in Calgary, it snowed in July. I thought I’d fallen into a cold version of hell. Adding to my misery, it was the early 90s and the oil and gas industry was in another big slump.

Joni

AVRAM Every week there was more bad news out of the oil patch. Downtown was aflutter with layoffs. For a new grad looking for work, it was a wholly unenthusiastic start.

Despite the not-so-positive first impression of my adopted home, I’m still here more than 20 years later. And now, there’s nowhere else I’d rather be.

As I look back on what helped me weather that early storm, and think about what makes me optimistic about the future, even with a once-again shaky economy, it comes down to three things.

First, I love Alberta’s plucky entrepreneurial spirit. All those layoffs from the 90s? Many of those newly-emancipated employees tore up their pink slips and

started their own businesses. Rather than stay down on the mat, they got up, rallied their inner warriors, and kept swinging.

Their gutsiness kind of surprised me.

I was used to fear and whingeing in the face of a slump. But their confidence was inspiring. And with time it became contagious.

Their can-do response made me realize the world didn’t have to crash in after all.

If anything, that attitude has only grown over the last two decades. In fact, entrepreneurship has flourished in Alberta, where small businesses make up 95% of all business. As always, entrepreneurship promises to be the way forward. And the new possibilities for solving old problems are endless. As they have for decades, Albertans will once again find ways to create opportunity out of adversity.

I have a second reason for optimism.

That’s because the quality of our people and our strong sense of community is like nowhere else. I love the people in this province. We’re serious about what we do, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously.

We’re fiercely competitive in business, but when the chips are down, we pull together. I recall that during the 2013 floods, the reason so few businesses failed was precisely because the entire community pulled together to help each other out.

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Businesses that weren’t flooded shut down to help those that were. While other communities that experience natural disasters see up to 50% of their businesses go under, less than 1% of our businesses closed. That is a perfect picture of what makes our province so. Darn. Special.

Our community pride doesn’t just come out during natural disasters. And it doesn’t shine brightest on the first two weeks of July during Stampede. It’s shown every day by the creative social entrepreneurs who connect philanthropists, nonprofits, and businesses to tackle social problems and create the kind of social infrastructure – arts, culture, recreation – that make Alberta communities strong.

It’s our emotional connection to one another – strengthened by this solid social infrastructure – that will help to keep communities connected and stable even as the economic engine slows.

My third reason for optimism is slightly more elusive. It comes down to this: that, as a province, we have only begun to realize our potential.

We are still young, with a relatively small population. Yet our people are among the most skilled and best-educated people anywhere. We are only now coming into a leadership role as political, economic, and

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intellectual leaders – both in Canada and in the world.

Over the past two decades, I’ve worked with some of the boldest and visionary leaders anywhere.

It might surprise you to learn the one thing that most of them have in common.

Despite their obvious talents, they tended to underestimate themselves and their organizations. We have no shortage of potential in this province. It’s boldness that has driven growth in our province.

Of late, we’ve lost some of it. We need to get it back. And that boldness isn’t likely to come from government. It’s got to come from committed citizens, creative community leaders, and brave business people willing to take aim and lead the way.

Face it, Alberta, we’ve got more than oil going for us. We have an incredible history of resilience and entrepreneurship.

The only thing missing is the realization that we’re capable of so much more than we think. Alberta has nowhere to go but up. And there’s still no place I’d rather be.

Even if it does snow in July.

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Celebrity Dance Off raises $300,000 The Annual Sheraton Celebrity Dance Off, which was held last month, has raised $300,000 for Aspire Special Needs Resource Centre.

“As always, the dancers awed the crowd as did our celebrity judges. Great fun was had by all,” said Co-chair Christine Moore.

“Dr. Vivek Cheba, dancing a Bollywood with Natalie Brooks of Chair Tease Dance Studio, won the Technical Award and was also pronounced the Sheraton Celebrity Dance Off 2015 champion be-

coming reigning champion.

“Congratulations to all the dancers who worked extremely hard in the dance studio and on their fundraising campaigns.”

Celebrity Dancer Judy Sutter won the ‘Most Funds Raised Award’ as well.

“The good work of Aspire Special Needs Resource Centre is truly inspiring and the community responded with incredible generosity. We raised $300,000 and donations are still coming in,” said Moore. “From our corporate

sponsors and individual donors, to the dancers and the volunteers, once again Red Deer stepped forward. There is indeed a lot of passion in our community.”

Judy Robins Weir, Aspire’s board chairperson added they are thrilled with the fundraising results. “This has been an amazing experience for us. Most of the

funds raised will go towards our capital project to renovate the resource centre so we can continue to support children with special needs and assist their families,” she said. “The Sheraton Celebrity Dance Off brought the community together in a very unique way. It allowed us to share Aspire’s story with our community.

We are indeed very grateful to the Cabinet and to all of Red Deer for the tremendous support.”

The Dance Off cabinet was comprised of Deanna Black, Natalie Brooks, Jeanne Davis (cochair), Edie Hiebert, Kathy Lacey, Christine Moore (co-chair), Duane Rolheiser and Tina Wasik.

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Emerging artists awards The Red Deer Emerging Artist Award is awarded yearly since it began in 2014. The Award consists of $1,000, a banner for the artist’s personal promotion and a certificate.

The awards are designed to support the development needs of artists whether it is supplies, further study or experiences, funding to travel for auditions, study or work, or even income replacement for non-arts related employment. Each applicant determines the investment need that would most advance his or her career.

Eligible artists are a Canadian citizen, a landed immigrant of

two years or more, someone who has lived and practiced art in Red Deer or Red Deer County for two years or more; at present, not a student at a college, university or other school at any level.

They must have also spent a significant period of their artistic development in Alberta, have the intent or desire to contribute to the artistic community of Red Deer in the future and they must agree to participate in a Pecha Kucha (20 images, 20 seconds) presentation. For more, contact Diana at info@reddeerartscouncil.ca or call 403-348-2787.

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The history of Coca Cola in Red Deer This year marks an interesting centennial event.

It was 100 years ago, in 1915, that the famous contour bottle used ever since by the Coca Cola Company was patented by the Root Glass Company in Terre Haute, Indiana.

About the same time, the first bottles of Coca Cola started to be sold in Red Deer.

The first retail outlets were local drugstores such as Gaetz Cornett.

Red Deer Bottling had been established in Red Deer in 1911.

However, the original company, which was owned by A.J. Pingrey and F.L. Brown, manufactured their own soft drinks and ‘aerated waters’ in a plant on Gaetz Avenue, south of Alexander (48) St. Their prize product was ‘Jersey Crème’, which they described as a, ‘pleasant and healthful beverage’.

The First World War and its aftermath brought enormous challenges. During the War, there was strict rationing of sugar.

After the War, local unemployment soared to more than 20%. Money became very tight. People only spent what they absolutely had to. The first Red Deer Bottling plant consequently closed.

In March 1927, Con and Natale Maggiora reestablished Red Deer Bottling.

The two brothers had run soft drink manufacturing plants in B.C. The new Red Deer plant was initially located in the old Palace Livery building, on the south side of First Street South (49 Street), west of Gaetz Avenue.

The Maggioras saw Prohibition, with its severe restrictions on alcohol, as

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They advertised that their products could be, “Used for the benefit of all without any deleterious results.”

The timing of their arrival in Red Deer was excellent.

Consequently, in 1928, Red Deer Bottling moved

to better premises in a twostorey brick building on Gaetz Avenue and Second Street South (48 Street).

Red Deer Bottling’s specialties in those days were Delaware Punch, a grape drink, a ginger beer made from Jamaica ginger and a variety of lemon, orange and cream sodas.

In 1933, Romano Truant, formerly of Nordegg, bought out Natale Maggiora.

In 1934, he purchased the remaining shares of the business from Con Maggiora. He introduced such new products as Calade, a ‘nectar of tree-ripe oranges’ and ‘Canuck Dry Ginger

Ale’. In 1936, the Coca Cola franchise was secured.

However, because of the Great Depression, there was a slow start to this new venture. Only eight gallons of syrup were used in the first six months.

Fortunately, things soon picked up. Within a year, more than one hundred gallons of syrup were used.

The Second World War brought a new set of challenges. Again there was rationing of sugar. Nevertheless, with large numbers of military personnel training at the A-20 Army Camp in Red Deer and at the Penhold Airbase and with many others moving

to the community, business flourished.

In January 1942, Red Deer Bottling moved to a new brick building on the corner of Gaetz Avenue and 46 Street. At the official opening, 1,188 bottles of Coke were handed out to more than 800 children and a number of adults.

The good times continued after the War. Romano Truant was joined in the business by his two sons, Alfio and Dino.

The Gaetz Avenue plant was expanded in 1953.

In 1976, the company discontinued bottling operations and moved to a 10,000

sq. ft. warehouse and distribution centre in the Golden West Industrial area. With the addition of even more new products and with a tremendous increase in business, another move followed in 1986 to a 24,000 sq. ft. building on a five acre site at 6730 64 Ave. In 2001, Red Deer Bottling moved to an impressive new facility in the Edgar Industrial Park. The Company now markets more than 50 different flavours of soft drinks.

A separate company, M.A.C. Munchies, also supplies vending machines throughout Central Alberta.

EARLY CITY VIEW - Soldiers from C Squadron of the 12th Canadian Mounted Rifles marching down Mann (49) St. from the Red Deer Armouries towards the CPR station, May 1915. They then left for service overseas. The building with the Coca Cola billboard on it is an old feed and farm supply business. The building Red Deer Archives P3582 on the left side of the photo is the Gaetz Cornett Drugstore that sold Coca Cola in 1915.

Leaders aren’t born. They’re made.

Congratulations to Kevin Fergusson on making partner The partners of Collins Barrow Red Deer LLP are pleased to announce that Kevin Fergusson, CA, formerly manager at the firm, has been admitted to partnership. A graduate of the University of Saskatchewan with a Bachelor of Commerce, Kevin achieved his Chartered Accountant designation in 2004.

Kevin has been a key force in accelerating business growth for clients by providing the

best audit and personal and corporate tax advice to owner managed and mid-sized companies, as well as clients in the not-for-profit sector.

Kevin joined the firm in 2001 and is a member of the Collins Barrow internal Professional Practice Committee, continually keeping the firm up to date with changes to the profession, bringing clarity and driving value through professional development and expert advice.

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Eddy’, began his adventure on March 1st. His plan is to run 60 kms a day for one year while raising funds and awareness for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation and the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada. He is expected to run through Central Alberta between April 14th-18th.

Dostaler, 26, began in Victoria and his run will take him 21,585 kms, unassisted, in less than a year.

“I’m a short distance runner, I am not a long distance runner. I take highs and lows out of every day that I do run,” he said. “I work with a lot of people who love running – I don’t

share that same feeling for it. But if you want your cause to stand out more, you need to do something that a lot of people can do, step it up a little bit so that people go ‘wow’ and then extend it so that people don’t think it’s possible.

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Running unsupported means Dostaler is pushing all of his supplies as he runs - a total of 110lbs.

Dostaler added the mental challenge of running a significant amount each day is much more than the physical challenge.

“I would much rather have the pain in my Achilles as I lift my foot and you can hear the tendons just straining, or my knees aching than sit there and think this is something you don’t enjoy – you can do it but at the same time you are not enjoying it,” he said. “You can’t look at it as running across Canada and back.

You have to look at it dayto-day.”

Despite the physical and mental challenges, there are many bright spots for Dostaler on a daily basis.

“You would be shocked at what can happen if someone honks their horn.

It has been pleasantly surprising to see the generosity I have seen.”

The real journey started for Dostaler when he was in grade school. He was

assigned an essay on a Canadian hero. Not having a favourite already, he was encouraged to do some research on the subject.

That’s when he came across Rick Hansen and Terry Fox – he was inspired.

“They did such tremendous good and really put others before themselves. I was so inspired by them – that stuck with me. I always knew I would do this run.”

Meanwhile, Dostaler’s goal is to raise $80,000 in each province for Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation and the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada - $40,000 going to each charity.

“The money raised in Alberta, stays in Alberta.

Every province keeps their own funding,” he said. “If you knew someone was out there trying to make a difference and you could see that they are working hard at it – and it personally affected you, some way, some how – would you not want to get behind that and support that message? We can all make a difference. It’s an average person trying to do an extraordinary thing so that two causes stand out more.”

To follow Dostaler’s journey, visit www.fasteddycanada.com or check out ‘Fast Eddy’ on facebook. efawcett@reddeerexpress.com

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NOTICE is hereby given that at its meeting to be held on TUESDAY, April 21, 2015, the Council of Red Deer County will consider the following bylaws.

AMENDMENT TO THE LAND USE BYLAW NO. 2006/6 B y l a w N o . 2 0 1 5 / 1 4 to amend Part 12 Country Residential District “R-1� by adding a new section to allow for Warehousing and Storage – limited to the storage of Recreational Vehicles, trucks and cars on 7.81 hectares (19.32 acres) on S Pt SW 26-37-28-4 as noted.

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The Municipal Government Act provides that any person(s) may appeal a Discretionary Use approval within 14 days of the date of the decision being advertised by paying the required appeal fee and by filing an appeal in writing against the decision with the Red Deer County Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, 38106 Rge Rd 275, Red Deer County, Alberta. A Permitted Use approval may not be appealed unless the decision involves a relaxation, variance or misinterpretation of the Land Use Bylaw. For further information, contact Planning & Development Services at 403-350-2170.

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Bylaw No. 2015/15 to amend Part 3, Planning Authorities, of the Land Use Bylaw No. 2006/6 to include reference to Development Officer appointment by the County Manager, updates to minute and hearing transcript distribution methods, appointing the Municipal Planning Commission as the Subdivision Authority for the County, and amending the variance requirements to be heard by the Subdivision Approving Authority.

Representatives from Red Deer College will be making a presentation to Red Deer County Council regarding the College’s request for Red Deer County to consider a $5 million capital investment to the College’s proposed Centre for Health, Wellness & Sport Facility.

A PUBLIC HEARING prior to further consideration of the proposed bylaws WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, April 21, 2015, at 1:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, in the Council Chambers, County Office, 38106 Rge Rd 275, Red Deer County, Alberta (west of Hwy 2 on 32 Street / C&E Trail Overpass).

The hearing will be conducted under the chairmanship of the County Mayor for the purpose of hearing comments on the proposed bylaws.

The hearing will be informal with persons wishing to speak being recognized through the Chair. Presenters will be requested to state their name and address for the record.

If you prefer to submit comments on the bylaws in writing, the information you provide may be made public, subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The public may inspect: - a copy of the amending bylaws - a copy of the Land Use Bylaw No. 2006/6

SUPPORTIVE – Mayor Tara Veer took part in last year’s annual Bike-A-Thon at Hunting Hills High School in support of photo submitted raising awareness for mental health issues.

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Hunting Hills High School (HHHS) will host its third annual Bike-AThon in the name of raising awareness for mental health issues and the importance of breaking the stigma surrounding such issues.

Each year, the event has grown and this year it will see 64 teams of between six and eight students who will keep stationary bikes pedalling for a full 24 hours.

The event takes place from April 16th-17th with community and school alumni riders accepted as well.

In 2012 and 2013 the City was devastated by a high number of teen suicides.

These cases prompted a community discussion and action to be taken. Part of that action has become the Hunting Hills Bike-a-Thon as a way to commemorate and work for those students from the school who had taken their lives. “It started after there were some issues in our community surrounding mental health. Some of the leadership kids heard about a bike-a-thon done in other parts of Alberta, and felt they wanted to do it, but with a spin on mental health due to what had been going on in our community with the high numbers of suicides and then discussions,� said Leadership Advisor Alicia Bryar of HHHS. Since its inception the event has grown massively.

The event raises funds and

awareness, with those collected monies going to such things as an annual Grade 9 orientation day and a ‘Breaking Down the Walls’ presentation by Phil Boyte which provides information on social stigma surrounding mental health.

Bryar said that the presentation has been well received by students and the workshops have been very beneďŹ cial to the school’s sense of community. “With the ‘Breaking Down the Walls’ workshops, the kids get to know more students that maybe they wouldn’t usually talk to, and get those connections to feel more involved and included in a sense of family,â€? Bryar said.

She added the funds would also go towards updating a library common area for students to have a safe place to relax and recharge. The event will feature community and alumni bikes open to public participants. These spots are ďŹ lled in 30-minute blocks and still have many open times available.

To sign up for a community or alumni spot, to donate or to receive further information on the event, contact HHHS at 403-3426655. “I know it can be hard for people to plan, but we’re about a week out here and we’re hoping we can get a lot more community members and alumni involved.

Anyone who’s been to Hunting Hills in the last 20 years, we’d love for them to come back and take part in this,� Bryar said.

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by visiting our website at www.rdcounty.ca or at the County office located at 38106 Rge Rd 275, Red Deer County, Alberta, during regular office hours 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MONDAY through FRIDAY.

This presentation will take place in Council Chambers at Red Deer County Centre on April 21, 2015, commencing at 1:30 p.m. or shortly thereafter.

Red Deer County invites County residents and ratepayers to attend the meeting and provide their comment in relation to this presentation/request.

If you are not able to attend the meeting, written comments may be submitted for Council’s consideration.

The written submissions received may be made public, subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Written submissions can be forwarded via e-mail to cao@rdcounty.ca; by fax to 403-350-2164 or via mail to Red Deer County, 38106 Rge Rd 275, Red Deer County, Alberta, T4S 2L9.

Red Deer College’s presentation is available on the County’s website at www.rdcounty.ca or by calling 403350-2152.

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Local school initiative launched province-wide

BY ERIN FAWCETT Red Deer Express The Alberta government will expand a pilot project that provides mental health supports to children in Red Deer schools, and develop a province-wide approach based on an evaluation of all current school-based mental health programs.

Over the past decade, through the ‘Creating Connections’ strategy for addiction and mental health, the province has built a successful partnership between the health system and schools. Alberta Health currently funds mental health programs in 193 schools, in addition to the ‘EMPATHY’ program in Red Deer.

Alberta Health will fund an expansion of EMPATHY in 2015-16, and evaluate all current programs. Based on the results of the evaluation, the department will work with Alberta Health Services to develop a province-wide approach to increase access to evidence-based mental health supports.

The government will provide $5-6 million in the next fiscal year for the program.

“Our children and youth embody the promise of new ideas and energy to keep building our great province. By expanding addiction and mental health resources in schools, we are helping ensure our chil-

ANNOUNCEMENT – Premier Jim Prentice along with Health Minister Stephen Mandel announced funding for a local initiative, ‘EMPATHY’, which provides mental health supports to children. The funding will develop a province-wide approach to the program. dren have every chance to be happy and to succeed in whatever paths they choose to pursue in life,” said Jim Prentice, premier.

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and competitive world, some of the most important supports that we can provide to our youth are those that build resiliency and those that promote good mental health.”

The EMPATHY program is a pilot project between Alberta Health Services’ Addiction and Mental Health Strategic Clinical Network, Red Deer Public Schools and Red Deer Primary Care Network that focuses on prevention, early identification and rapid treatment in elementary and junior high schools.

“Schools play an important role in building resiliency and positive mental health,” said Mark Jones, principal of Central Middle School. “The EMPATHY program has had a significant impact not only by identifying and providing needed support for students with potential mental health issues, but also by creating conversation and awareness among students, staff and families. Expanding school-based resources province-wide will help to ensure that all students have the supports they need to thrive.”

He added the EMPATHY program, which was initially branded as the Resiliency program in Red Deer, was established after there was a number of suicide-related deaths among young people in the community.

“As a school district we knew we could not address this issue alone. This was a community concern where we had to come

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together where we could involve all people and stakeholders who could make a difference,” said Jones. “That started the discussions with our community on how we could be proactive and provide early supports to students in need and help them create better outcomes in their lives.”

Meanwhile, Stephen Mandel, minister of health, said having the program go province-wide will be a benefit to Alberta students.

“We know from experience that schoolbased programs can play a huge role in supporting good mental health and in identifying problems early, so they can be addressed with the support of families and mental health professionals. Most mental health problems start when people are young, which is why these programs are so important,” he said. “I think this program, EMPATHY, is one of those programs that will be able to reach out to students and create an opportunity for them to understand the issues and to be able to work with the schools across the system. Today by expanding the EMPATHY program, this is a program that works and we need to find better and more effective ways in dealing with tremendous challenges that our children face today. It is a different world – one that as an adult to look at is scary – social media and the way we all interconnect is so different today. The challenges that we face and the pressures are so substantial.” efawcett@reddeerexpress.com

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Mosaics of Hope Fundraiser Experience a new way to give back with the Mosaics of Hope fundraiser, running through April 27th at Parkland Mall.

Previously known as ‘Shades of Ambition’, this event provides an opportunity for charitable organizations to raise funds for their programs. Participating charities include Loaves and Fishes, the Kiwanis Club’ Harmony Garden, and CentreFest.

Participating charitable organizations each begin

with a black and white mural, which will be on display in the mall for three weeks. Members of the public can then purchase a tile from any of the participating charitable organizations for a $5 donation.

Each group has 750 tiles to sell.

It’s an exciting opportunity for the mall to give back, said Marketing Director Melody McKnight.

“For every tile sold, Parkland Mall has committed to matching those

donations. “That means each charitable organization has the opportunity to receive up to $3,750 when the event wraps up on April 27th,” she said.

“And for a lot of these groups, that’s a significant amount of money for them to assist their programs and make some positive changes in our community.”

Parkland Mall will hand out cheques at their Mosaic Reveal Event on April 27th.

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New program focuses on robotics and programming

BY JENNA SWAN Red Deer Express In a world of increasing dependencies on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) it’s no wonder organizations such as Sylvan Learning Centre and Scouts Canada have jumped on board to ensure children get early access to fundamental skills in these areas.

While in the past Sylvan Learning Centres have focused primarily on tutoring and ensuring skills are at adequate levels, with the new Sylvan Edge program they are shifting gears to prepare kids with the skills they will need in the ever-changing world of today’s technologies including robotics and computer programming and coding.

Ken and Naz Coulton, who purchased the Red Deer branch of the Learning Centre last year said they are excited to see how the courses will play out in the City as they are already fully booked for two out of three of the upcoming free trial days happening at the Collicutt Centre.

Ken stated the importance of teaching kids coding and robotics skills at a young age is shown by the curiosity fostered among children.

“Anytime you can encourage an interest in STEM you open up a whole new world of possibilities and imagination,” said Ken. “It’s also something that greatly interests kids and math is so prevalent in everything we do, but coding and robotics offers an answer to the question, ‘What good to me is all this math I’m learning?’ that kids so often ask.”

Coding For Kids, Robotics For Kids, Study Edge, and Math Edge are all currently open for registrations through the Centre with a number of upcoming trial days.

Coding For Kids sees students delve into an innovative course teaching them the skills needed to design their own video game and the basics of computer programming through a program called Tynker.

Two coding courses are available - 101 and 102 - with each six-week program geared towards students in Grades 3-8 who have no prior coding experience.

Ken stated the courses not only teach children simple game design and programming/coding skills but also problem solving, logic, physics and more.

He added the course reminds him of a quote from Steve

Jobs, inventor and late owner of Apple computers stating, “Everybody in this country should learn to program a computer, because it teaches you how to think.”

The robotics courses offered in the same 101 and 102 levels, utilizing Lego Education’s award-winning WeDo software to instruct students step by step how kinetic energy can create movement, as well as how to use sensors, motors, and the computer software to control your Lego robot and navigate simple tasks.

Both the Math Edge and Study Edge programs aim to assist students to become independent thinkers and master problem solvers, he said.

The programs aim to help students Grades 1-5 to get an edge up on their math and study skills using a variety of brain-boosting activities.

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The Scouts Canada web site describes STEM programs as a way to, “Ignite curiosity, foster innovation and create a climate in which youth can see themselves as future leaders of science and technology, limited only by the boundaries of their imagination.”

Sylvan Learning Centre will be running a free ‘Build a Robot With Your Child Day’ on April 24th for families to learn more about the programs.

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Production reflects on veteran’s return to Juno Beach

BY SARAH MAETCHE Red Deer Express Memories move us, can define us and more than often, inspire us to journey forward. In the theatre production Jake’s Gift, through Jake’s journey, we learn not only about the legacy of remembrance, but we also get to see a true reflection of life and the effects of war spanning across many generations.

Juno Productions’ Jake’s Gift will be presented at the Red Deer Royal Canadian Legion on April 21st.

The timeless production features the talent of one woman, B.C.-based playwright and actress Julia Mackey.

Jake’s Gift is a tribute to all veterans. The story follows a Canadian Second World War veteran Jake who travels back to Normandy for the 60th anni-

versary of D-Day. “It’s his first time back since he landed on D-Day when he was there during the war and his main reason for going back is to find the grave of his eldest brother who was killed overseas during the war,” explained Mackey.

“This is a big trip for him, to try to find his brother’s grave. While he happens to be on Juno Beach, kind of looking out and remember-

ing what it was like, this little girl shows up named Isabelle and she’s 10-years-old.”

Isabelle and Jake form a lasting friendship over a three-day period, while Jake heals and deals with unresolved ghosts. The character of Jake was first developed

by Mackey in 2002 through a workshop exercise. As she began to finesse the character, slowly the story Mackey wanted to tell, Jake’s story, became a war story about three brothers from the prairies who had a connection to D-Day. Eventually, Mackey was inspired to attend the 60th anniversary of D-Day in France in 2004. “I just had this instinct that that was where I was supposed to go to find the rest of the story,” she said.

Mackey spent a week attending ceremonies and interviewing as many veterans as possible. “Even though it was a little bit intimidating to go up to perfect strangers and ask them to talk to you about their experience during the war, the veterans that I met were so kind and so willing to talk to me about their

experiences during the war but also what it was like to be back,” she said.

After her return, Jake’s Gift then became a combination of the stories veterans told Mackey, her own experience on Juno Beach and a little bit of her own imagination.

Through Juno Productions, Mackey, along with director and stage manager Dirk Van Stralen, began touring Jake’s Gift across Canada in 2007.

Mackey said Van Stralen and herself find it very meaningful to take the story of Jake back to many of the small, rural communities where many of the soldiers originated, as the timeless story resonates amongst many generations.

“The number of families in the prairies who have a connection to soldiers that either never came home or have veterans in their family is so huge,” she said.

“Everybody we meet in our audience has someone who has a story like Jake’s.”

Immediately following the conclusion of the production, Juno Productions will present members of

the Lacombe Royal Canadian Legion with a special print titled ‘Fallen Heroes’.

Button packages will also be available for purchase.

One hundred per cent of the profits raised from the button sales will be donated back to the Red Deer Legion’s poppy trust fund.

Jake’s Gift will be presented at the Red Deer Royal Canadian Legion (2810 Bremner Ave.) on April 21st. The show is presented by the Red Deer Legion Pipe Band, who will also open up the evening with a few musical numbers.

Doors open at 6 p.m. and the performance will start at 6:45 p.m. The show runs for 65 minutes, without an intermission and is recommended for ages 10 and up.

Tickets are $20 and are available at the Red Deer Legion front desk or from any Red Deer Legion Pipe Band member. For tickets or more information, contact Arnie MacAskill at 403-782-7183.

Jake’s Gift will also be presented at the Ponoka Legion on April 17th.

For more information, visit www.jakesgift.com. news@lacombeexpress.com

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BE CONNECTED - LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR CITY. Red Deer City Council, and staff from City departments and agencies will be throughout the mall to talk to Red Deerians about City projects, programs and services. Come and see the over 30 displays to learn more about being active, being green, being safe and belonging in our great city.

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Marriage Contracts and Cohabitation Agreements: Do We Need One? Learn how to contractually manage your relationship at the outset and avoid a dispute in the future if that relationship ends by setting out your agreed intentions regarding important issues like property and spousal support.

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Are you considering separation or divorce? Get the information you need which covers the legal criteria involved such as: matrimonial property laws, contested and uncontested divorce, mediation, court procedures and judgments, issues of custody, visitation, child and spousal support.

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Local singer receives provincial recognition for excellence

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Red Deer Express A young songstress was honoured in recent months when she was named the recipient of the Conservatory Canada Medal of Excellence for her grade four exam results, which were the highest in Alberta for her category.

Musical aptitude exams are held throughout the year, in a variety of cities and in each province across the country. Emily Nelson, who was 14 at the time of her recognition, was the single highest scoring performer in the grade four exams in a provincial level over the course of 2014.

“When I found out about the award, I was super excited. I had no idea and it’s not something that you expect. I just got a letter in the mail and assumed it was just a class certificate, but when I began reading it, it was just amazing,” said Nelson, now 15.

“It’s so cool that in all of Alberta, I was the one chosen to win this. It’s really cool to see how even at a young age things like this can happen. It’s definitely been motivating.”

Nelson was lucky enough to travel to Ontario with her mother and father to receive her award.

She joined a number of youths from across the country in receiv-

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ing their scholarships and awards for musical aptitude.

A performer since a young age, Nelson said that she is eager to continue to develop her musical talents so that one day she might become a music instructor. She has participated in the Red Deer Kiwanis Festival for the past two years, and has received two second-place awards and a first-place win for her talents.

“In Ontario, we had a ceremony where we all got brought up to receive medals and scholarships, and then we had a supper and performance time. You didn’t have to perform, but I had decided that I would. It was actually really cool to sing in front of these other musicians and to show them that I really had earned my award,” Nelson said.

She added that ever since learning of her honour, the entire process has seemed surreal.

The Conservatory Canada Medal of Excellence does not come easy to its recipients. There are exams taking place multiple times throughout the year, in a variety of cities in each province and to achieve the honour that Nelson did, she beat out all of the other candidates who had taken a grade four vocal examination in 2014.

Nelson’s voice and piano teacher, Teresa Allred, was extremely

proud of her pupil.

“What’s unique about this is that in the whole province, Emily got the highest mark, so she received a medal and was asked to sing in Ontario and receive her medal there. It was out of dozens of candidates. Lethbridge, Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Grande Prairie all run exams. There were at least, I’d guess, 65 singers, and Emily scored the highest mark.

There are exams all the time – to get the highest mark in the province is quite the feather in anyone’s hat,” Allred said.

This honour has been a tremendous boost to Nelson’s confidence and she said that she is very humbled to have been given such a recognition.

“This has all been so surreal, and I kept thinking, ‘Why me?’ I am trying to understand it, and it’s finally set in that God gave me this gift and I will be using it to glorify him. I want to sing as a career or teach music. I want to be a mom of course, but I’d like to teach music later on in life. I always say to people that if I didn’t have music in my life, I’d probably go crazy,” Nelson said.

She will be performing at the upcoming Festival of Performing Arts at Red Deer College this month. kmendonsa@reddeerexpress.com

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At 10:45 p.m. on March 31st, Red Deer RCMP responded to a report of shots fired in the Deer Park neighbourhood. Police examination of a vehicle parked in a residential driveway on Denovan Crescent revealed two bullet holes and evidence that another bullet had ricocheted off its roof. RCMP investigators located another bullet in the soffit of a residence on the same crescent.

RCMP continue to conduct extensive interviews in the area and look for witnesses. At this point in the investigation, RCMP believe this was a targeted act. No one was injured during this incident and RCMP are not aware of any further property damage at this time.

Anyone with information that may assist the police with this investigation is asked to call Red Deer RCMP at 403-343-5575. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or report it online at www.tipsubmit.com

RCMP INVESTIGATE PHARMACY BREAK-IN At 1:20 a.m. on April 2nd, Innisfail RCMP responded to multiple alarm hits at the Penhold IDA Pharmacy.

When police arrived, they found the glass front door had been smashed; the suspect damaged several interior doors and some electronic equipment and stole prescription drugs and other merchandise.

The entire crime was caught on surveillance camera and RCMP are looking for public assistance to identify the man pictured here.

The suspect used a commercial truck in the commission of this break-in.

The truck had been stolen from a business sometime overnight, and RCMP recovered it in the Blackfalds area at around 8 a.m. on April 2nd.

Anyone with information that may assist the police with this investigation is asked to call Innisfail RCMP at 403-227-3342.

Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or report it online at www.tipsubmit.com.

POLICE LOOK FOR CAR THIEF Red Deer RCMP are looking for a man who was caught on surveillance video stealing a car from the Canadian Tire service centre on April 4th.

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‘Every Teacher Project’ seeking educators

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Red Deer Express The Every Teacher Project is seeking input from local educators regarding LGBTQ-inclusive education and the needs for students as well as staff.

The Every Teacher Project is a national study that has been designed to receive Canadian’s input on LGBTQ-inclusive education. The first part of this project involved a national survey on teachers’ expectations, observations and suggestions of LGBTQ-inclusive education.

Currently, the group is seeking educators to take part in the Red Deer focus group. They would provide such information as how LGBTQ-inclusive education affects them and the impacts they witness on schools and students.

“What we’re seeing is more and more research being done on the experiences of LGBTQ youth in our schools and how we can support them to move

from simply surviving to a place where they can thrive in their schools,” said Dr. Kris Wells, assistant professor and director of programs and services for the Institute for Sexual Minority Studies & Services at the U of A. “It’s one half of the equation – it’s also important we are researching and understanding what are the needs of LGBTQ and allied teachers in our schools, especially if we’re asking them to make safe spaces for students. We need to make sure they feel safe and supported themselves.”

Wells said the focus group and larger project are looking at barriers and opportunities for undertaking LGBTQ-inclusive education in schools. He said that Red Deer is ‘ahead of the game’ because of the recent implementation of comprehensive gender identity and sexual orientation policies. “(The comprehensive policy) tells teachers they need to be supported and

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The focus group has no set date as of yet, there is a call going out for participants. For interested educators, they may contact Kris Wells via email at kwells@ ualberta.ca with their information, and then will receive information about the focus group meeting.

The data will be published and then explored so recommendations may come forth for boards across the country.

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Art Alley participants gearing up for second year in City

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Red Deer Express Last year the City saw the rollout of the Art Alley project, which culminated in a large-scale mural created by local artists in order to help revitalize the downtown core.

This summer, the project is back again. Four artists, Bryan Heimowski, Christine Karron, Brian Usher and Dee Stewart have been chosen as the main artists that will create this year’s Art Alley projects. New this year will be a mentoring program between these four artists and local atrisk youths.

“This year we’re going to be mentoring some highrisk youths. What will happen there is that over the next four to six weeks we are going to identify some high-risk youths through some of the local agencies, and they will work in partnership with the artists on the murals,” explained project manager Steve Woolrich.

“Mentoring is all about building relationships and that’s so important with these young people. I know that the artists are excited, and it’s exciting for both groups. The partnership just made sense when (the Red Deer High-Risk Youth Coalition) started talking about some projects we wanted to take on.”

Throughout the months of June, July and August the artists and mentored youths will come together to revitalize areas of the City. Exact locations have not yet been released.

Woolrich said, “We’re at a really early stage right now. We’ve chosen the artists. We’ve submitted information to start the permit

process, and probably in the next week or two we will schedule a meeting with the DBA (Downtown Business Association) where we can all sit down and start kind of hashing out the plans. We’ve got to do some mock-ups and sketches so we have an idea of what we’re going to be doing on these walls.”

Art Alley Red Deer is a collaborative project between the City and the DBA. The goal of the program is to utilize research that beautifying areas that regularly attract negative activity actually reduces rates of negative activity in those areas.

Last year the back of the John Howard Society building was turned into a massive, bright mural. The same will happen elsewhere in the City this summer.

“A key word here is community. When we talk about our downtown, specifically with this project, we’re talking about revitalizing and continuing that process. The fact of the matter is that when you revitalize any area, whether it’s downtown or a neighbourhood, you’re creating more interest in the area and more ownership, which in turn increases positive activity on the streets and less crime,” Woolrich said.

“It’s hard to argue with that process and those benefits. It’s such a successful process, no matter what city that’s done it. Not everyone is going to like the art or what we’re doing, because art is different for everybody. However, the benefits are there.”

Art Alley is complimentary to a number of other Downtown Business Association programs that are hoping to make the down-

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CREATIVE - Pictured here is last year’s Art Alley project which is located behind the John Howard Society’s building downtown.

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town core more appealing visually and inviting to the public.

“It’s going to be a great summer for these artists.

Once we get started, we will certainly encourage people to come down and watch everybody work. Quite a bit of that happened last year. I think right now everybody is just looking forward to this kicking off again in June. We’ll have June, July and August where we’re working on it.

We’ve got three months to crank out some great street art,” Woolrich said. kmendonsa@reddeerexpress.com

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The Big Band Spring Swing Fling set for April 11th

BY SARAH MAETCHE Red Deer Express Spring is now here and so is the annual Big Band Spring Swing Fling gala on April 11th. Now in its eighth year, the evening hosted by Flatiron Jazz, a local big band group, will be the must attend event of the year, organizers say. The evening will feature a catered meal and the musical stylings of Flatiron Jazz, encouraging attendees to dance the night away. It’s also an occasion to put on your best attire to go out and hear high caliber music within the City.

Flatiron Jazz consists of 15 musicians from Lacombe and the area. The group features one vocalist and an array of horns, saxophones, guitars and percussion.

“Like any big band, we play a fair amount of swing music,” said Flatiron Jazz Director Gerald Ganson. “But we do mix it up quite a bit with a wide variety of styles. We play everything from 50s to 60s music, 70s music and old-time waltzes. It’s stuff a lot of people will like to dance to.”

Flatiron Jazz also dabbles in rock and roll, country, polka, funk and Latin, which will be sure to complete their repertoire for the evening. “It’s semi-formal and one of the nicest events in town,” said Grant Harder, co-organizer and Flatiron Jazz member of the gala evening.

Each year Flatiron Jazz selects a charitable organization within the community to support. This year the proceeds will help support the Cranna Community Cultural Centre (C4) Initiative and the Lacombe

Performing Arts Centre Foundation.

The C4 Initiative plans to build a multiuse facility for the community to celebrate the arts, support families, children and enhance the general well being of Lacombe and surrounding area residents.

“I would really like to see a dedicated performance space in Lacombe,” said Harder, noting that Lacombe does not have any proper space for musical theatre productions, music festivals or recitals.

The C4 facility is planned to house a large childcare facility, the Parent Link Centre and a performing arts venue. C4 is a partnership made up of the Lacombe Performing Arts Centre Foundation, Lacombe Day Care, Lacombe Family and Community Support Services and the City of Lacombe. Past recipients of the funds raised during the event include the local food bank and the Canadian Foodgrains Bank.

Ganson also acknowledges that supporting the C4 Initiative seems like a perfect fit, and ties in with performing arts aspect and the group’s mandate.

Since its inception over eight years ago, the gala has evolved from being a Valentine’s Day themed event to the current spring gala it is today. The Big Band Spring Swing Fling will be held on April 11th at the Lacombe Memorial Centre (5214-50th Ave.) Cocktails are at 6 p.m. with dinner starting at 7 p.m. followed by the dance at 8:30 p.m.

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Innisfail Health Centre offers plastic, retinal surgical services New day surgery services are available at the Innisfail Health Centre to serve residents in Central Alberta.

Carpal tunnel surgery, breast reductions/augmentations and tendon repairs can be performed at the local Alberta Health Services (AHS) facility with the addition of a plastic surgery program. The program runs seven days a month, serving patients from across AHS Central Zone.

The ophthalmology program at the facility is expanding to include surgeries to repair detached or damaged retinas.

These surgeries will be offered one day per month.

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“Making better use of the capacity in a facility like this, and serving people nearer to where they live, are exactly the kinds of changes we want to see based on the input we’ve had so far to the Rural Health Review.”

The retinal surgery service complements the local retina clinic and oph-

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Candlelight vigil honours murdered aboriginal woman ‘Walking With our Sisters’ exhibit opens at the Red Deer Museum in June Photos and story by Jenna Swan/Red Deer Express

Sheila Bannerman lights a candle to be placed on the ceremonial quilt.

Candles were lit in memory of Cindy Gladue during the vigil such as this one displayed in the centre of a ceremonial quilt.

Mabis and Marlin Johnson display their messages during the vigil.

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igils and demonstrations were held across the previous evening and on the night of her Canada last week including an evening death had drank with her in the hotel bar until candlelight vigil in front of the Red Deer returning to a hotel room together.

Provincial Courthouse supporting the Alberta Reports presented in court showed Gladue’s prosecutor’s decision to appeal the case of Cindy blood alcohol content to be four times beyond the Gladue. legal driving limit.

The nationwide demonstrations were the reDuring the trial, the medical examiner stated sult of an announcement earlier last week statthe woman died from massive blood ing Alberta prosecutors would appeal the caused by a fatal 11 cm cut inflicted by case of Gladue - a 36-year-old aboriginal a perforating sharp injury of the vaprostitute and mother of gina wall. three, who was found dead Barton stated while on the in a bathtub in an Edmonwitness stand that the first ton hotel room as a result exchange of money for sex of blood loss from a vagihad gone well, however the nal wound in June of 2011. second time around upon Following a month-long penetrating Gladue with trial, an Edmonton jury four fingers on his left hand found Bradley Barton, a he saw blood. married truck driver and Barton told the jury Glafather based out of Ondue stated she must have tario, not guilty of firstbegun menstruating and degree murder. she then retreated to the “The verdict made it bathroom and he fell asleep. seem like it was okay that In the morning the accused someone died in the bathstated he found she had bled tub of a hotel room in Edto death in the bathroom. monton,” stated aborigiThe jury also became what nal elder Corky Jonasson, is believed to be the first in during the vigil. “It made Canada to view preserved it seem okay that she bled body tissue as evidence folto death alone from a horlowing the prosecution’s rific wound.” decision to present Gladue’s Kavena Campbell holds her candle in During the trial it was preserved pelvic area includrespect of Cindy Gladue and a sign learned Barton had puring her vagina as evidence. supporting the movement’s Twitter tag chased sex from Gladue Continued on page 28. #JusticeForCindyGladue.

Elder Corky Jonasson prepares the area where the vigil was held outside of the Red Deer Provincial Court House.

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Through the graphic evidence and witness testimonies the jury found Barton not guilty of first degree murder with the Crown arguing the wound was not caused by a sharp object but rather blunt trauma caused by rough but consensual sex.

Jonasson stated at the Red Deer vigil that Gladue is one of thousands of missing and murdered Aboriginal women. As well she hopes this appeal will give the judicial system a chance to, “Make the situation right.

“Not only was Cindy an aboriginal woman but she was also a life giver - she was a mother,” she said to the crowd of around 50 people in front of the courthouse adding that the case dehumanized Gladue and she hopes the appeal will allow for justice to be served.

This June, a Commemorative Art Installation for the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women of Canada and the United States will be shown at the Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery. According to a Museum release, more than 1,181 native women and girls in Canada have been reported missing or have been murdered in the last 30 years.

“Many vanished without a trace with inadequate inquiry into their disappearance or murders paid by the media, the general public, politicians and even law enforcement. This is a travesty of justice.”

‘Walking With Our Sisters’ is a massive commemorative art installation comprised of 1,763 pairs of moccasin vamps (tops) plus 108 pairs of children’s vamps created and donated by hundreds of caring and concerned individuals to draw attention to this injustice.

The work exists as a floor installation made up of beaded vamps arranged in a winding path formation on fabric and includes cedar boughs. Viewers remove their shoes to walk on a path of cloth alongside the vamps.

“Together the installation represents all these women; paying respect to their lives and existence on this earth. They are not forgotten. They are sisters, mothers, aunties, daughters, cousins, grandmothers, wives and partners. They have been cared for, they have been loved, they are missing and they are not forgotten.”

Elders from the community drum during a ceremony held at the vigil.

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From left, Gloria Littlechild, 15, Heidi Coltman, 17, and Trinity Lonneburg, 12, joined the vigil with signs calling for justice and respect.

A large number of youth were present at the vigil including Ty Soosay, 15.

Elder Corky Jonasson (right) leads a demonstration and vigil supporting the appeal of the jury’s verdict in the case of Cindy Gladue.

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CITY BRIEFS

CLICK TO COUNT YOURSELF IN

The 2015 municipal census is starting with the online tool being open to the public.

“We really want to encourage all residents to participate in the census this year, and doing it online is the most convenient way,” said Christine Kenzie, legislative services project coordinator.

The online site will close on April 19th at midnight. If you complete your census online, you will have the opportunity to enter to win a tablet.

There are three other options to participate in the census - attend Let’s Talk at Bower Mall on April 11th; call the office at 403-342-8317 or wait for an enumerator to visit between April 20th and May 11th.

“Participation in the census helps us ensure we receive our fair share of grant funding from the Provincial and Federal governments, which is important to support growth and services in our community.”

This year’s census will collect information on the number of people living in each household as well as the gender and year of birth of each person in the house.

New this year, residents are being asked whether anyone in the household needs or prefers the City to communicate with them in a language other than English.

Go to www.reddeer.ca/ census.

VOTE TO SUPPORT RDPL Red Deer Public Library’s popular adult program First Thursdays Classical Concert

by Mark Weber

Series has been included in the People’s Choice, Libraries Minister’s Award for outstanding programming in a public library.

People are being asked to vote from a list of 20 nominated programs in libraries across the province. The winner will be announced and recognized by Municipal Affairs at the Alberta Library Conference, being held April 30th to May 3rd. People can vote on the Library Association of Alberta’s web site: http://www.laa.ca/youaward/ page/vote.aspx.

RDC REVS UP FOR SUMMER Red Deer will be buzzing with activity again this summer, as youth from across Alberta learn new skills and have fun at Red Deer College summer camps.

The College offers camps in music, sports, visual art, dance, science, film, video game design and trades.

The 2015 camps run from July 5th to Aug. 21st.

Day camps allow participants to return home every night while stay camps offer the chance to spend a week living in residence.

Barb Marsh, Be Fit For Life coordinator at RDC, said, “Our new trades camp program will offer students a chance to try skills such as carpentry and welding.

“It is sure to be one of the highlights this summer.”

Along with the camps, staff also offer Series Summer Art School where adults can hone their craft or try something new.

Details can be found at w w w. rd c . a b.ca /s u m m e r camps.

USER FEE HIKE Recreation, Parks & Culture (RPC) admission increased this month.

The increases were approved by City council through the 2015 operating budget deliberations and will apply to rates for recreation facility admissions.

As of April 1st, admissions and passes for RPC facilities increased by approximately 5%. All admission increases will be based on the adult rate, with child, youth, student and senior rates adjusted proportionally.

Information on admission and pass increases is available at the customer service desks at Collicutt Centre, G.H. Dawe Centre, Recreation Centre and Michener Centre. For more, visit www. reddeer.ca/rpc.

MS FUNDRAISERS COMING UP Hundreds of Central Alberta residents will be lacing-up for someone they love at the Kiwanis Picnic Shelter on May 31st at the 25th anniversary of Red Deer’s Jayman Built MS Walk.

The event is the local MS Chapter’s signature fundraiser and plays a vital role in fuelling local programs and services for people affected by multiple sclerosis.

“We’re here in the community to act as a resource and tool to help out locals with MS. Canada has the highest rates of MS in the world.

“This touches so many people in our community.

In Alberta alone, there are 14,000+ people living with MS. While there isn’t currently a cure for MS, there are a

lot of advances happening in research. Together we can #EndMS,” says Heidi Hastings, events coordinator of the Central Alberta Chapter.

In 2014, walk participants in Red Deer raised $139,459.

“Thus far in 2015, we have 108 walkers registered and signed up to participate.

Our goal is to have over 600 walkers participate this year.

Individuals or teams can register online at www.mswalks. ca, or by calling the Central Alberta Chapter office at 403-346-0290.

“A continued addition to our event for those who may want to get out and add another level of challenge is a timed run.” There are two options for the run – 5k or 10k.

Other exciting events on the horizon this year include Exhibit B – The Art of Craft Beer on May 21st at Westlake Grill – Heritage Ranch.

The Johnson MS Bike Tour runs Aug. 29th-30th at Penhold Multiplex.

Registrations are open for the Jayman Built MS Walk – go online to MSWALKS.ca to register a team and be a part of this event that directly impacts lives in Central Alberta.

RED DEER COLLEGE WINS NATIONAL AWARD Red Deer College was recognized on the national stage recently with the Entrepreneurship Award by Colleges and Institutes Canada.

RDC’s expansion of learning and performing arts spaces into the heart of downtown Red Deer served as the focal point for the award.

“Both the Donald School of Business and the Welikoklad Event Centre demonstrate

what can be achieved with an entrepreneurial vision.

“As a learner-centred institution, the College has been able to leverage opportunities to support our students that also translated into growth and development for our community as a whole,” said Joel Ward, president & CEO of RDC. The Donald School of Business, located at the Millennium Centre in downtown Red Deer, opened its doors to more than 550 students in September 2011.

Located across the street from the Donald School of Business, the Welikoklad Event Centre features an art gallery, theatre, and learning space where students and community gather.

The Welikoklad Event Centre demonstrates the College’s commitment to a vibrant arts community, particularly in the downtown core, and has allowed RDC to serve as a bridge to community arts activities.

“On behalf of the people of Red Deer, congratulations to Red Deer College for being recognized in the ‘Entrepreneurial Ventures’ award category,” said Tara Veer, mayor of the City of Red Deer.

“RDC’s visionary and entrepreneurial spirit is propelling Red Deer into our future.

Projects such as the Donald School of Business and Welikoklad Event Centre are not only revitalizing our downtown, they are transforming our community.”

FLAT HIRING CLIMATE PREDICTED Red Deer area employers intend for a flat hiring climate for the second quarter

of 2015, according to the latest Manpower Employment Outlook Survey.

“Survey data reveals that 15 per cent of employers plan to hire for the next quarter (April to June), while another 15 per cent anticipate cutbacks,” stated Randy Upright, CEO of Manpower’s Alberta region.

Sixty-six per cent of employers plan to maintain their current staffing levels in the upcoming quarter, while a further 4% are unsure about their hiring intentions.

“With seasonal variations removed from the data, Red Deer’s second quarter Net Employment Outlook of zero is a decrease of seven percentage points when compared to the previous quarterly Outlook,” explained Upright.

“It is also a 10 percentage point decrease from the Outlook reported during the same time last year, indicating an unstable outlook for the upcoming months.

“The provinces of Quebec, Alberta, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island saw a rise in employment in January, and the nation’s unemployment rate is the lowest it’s been in over five years,” said Michelle Dunnill, Manpower area manager for Toronto, Mississauga and Markham.

“However, while the Outlook for Canada is cautiously optimistic, we cannot ignore the obvious concerns over the plunging oil prices and the Canadian dollar’s decrease in value, not to mention that youth unemployment is still nearly double the national average,” she added.

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Blackfalds local aiming to build an arts group Becca Stone is seeking further input for the initiative from the community

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Red Deer Express The Town of Blackfalds has a few residents seeking to make the space a little more artsy with a community arts group, spearheaded by a resident named Becca Stone.

Stone had been an active member of a community art group in her hometown of Edinburgh, Scotland – Craigmillar Arts. The group was settled in a local arts centre where the members had access to music workshops, drawing and arts workshops, writing spaces and theatre performance.

“I started off with a writers group, because I used to like writing poetry, and then I progressed into attending the music workshop because I love to sing.

I got involved with a couple of the drama productions that we’d do each year. I just loved being an active member of a community arts group, and meeting people. It was a good way to express myself creatively and it was a good outlet,” Stone said.

Recently a meeting was held at After the Grind coffee shop to gauge the interest of community members. Stone said that it was a small but great start because she got to know some of the people interested in the project.

“It went well, we got to know one another, and got to know what kind of arts everybody was interested in. We kind of bounced ideas back and forth about different meetings and what we could do each meeting, possible venues to look for in the future,” she said. “Ideally, because of my background and what I experienced at home, I would love to have an actual proper registered organization and a proper arts centre. Say for example, Monday night would be the art workshop and Wednesday night could be a music workshop.”

Stone has lived in Canada for 12 and one-half years with her husband, whom she met through the Craigmillar Arts. She said that her goal with the group is to re-create as similar an experience in Blackfalds as she can to the experience she had in her previous arts group.

The arts group that Stone was a part of was extremely diverse. They would produce theatre productions, explore different painting and drawing mediums, write together and attempt a wide variety of artistic activities. She said it was great for bringing people in as a part of a community.

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One thing that the group did that was especially impactful in the community was to, through funding, purchase some ‘community instruments’ that people who couldn’t usually afford an instrument could play.

These allowed members of a poverty-stricken area of Scotland to still enjoy music and to learn where their passions were.

“There were people of all different ages and all different abilities. You’d see someone playing something and say, ‘Oh, could you show me how to do that? I’d like to try that.’

And it was just great because it allowed people to find where their interests lie,” Stone said.

Stone and her husband have resided in Blackfalds for over a decade. She said that recently, she had noticed the many new facilities being added to the Town and realized that there was nothing being put forth dedicated to arts, performance and musicians.

The Stone family members are all artistic and enjoy doing crafts, so Becca

CREATIVITY – From left, Blackfalds Community Arts group members Becca Stone, Denise Sumner and Janine McMillan all gathered at After the Grind Coffee Shop in Blackfalds during a Kalisha Mendonsa/Red Deer Express meeting for the Blackfalds Community Arts group. figured that there must be other families in the area with the same or similar interests. She said this community arts group is going to have a wide range of interests, from decorating, to musical instruments, to poetry, drawing and painting to acting, so that each member may be able to find something that they enjoy.

So far the group has created a facebook page where members can share ideas, receive feedback and en-

gage each other to come up with ideas of how the community arts group would take shape. So far, there are no set meet times or scheduled events, as the group is still in the planning stages.

So far, the page has a number of polls and posts that are aimed at helping narrow down dates and times that are appropriate for the users. In a very short time, the facebook group has grown to 66 members who have come

together to try and bring more art to Blackfalds.

“My husband and I love music and my kids all love music.

We’re big on arts and crafts. I grew up with that, and I do that with my kids now and I thought that there had to be more people around here that are interested in that.”

Details are available on the ‘Blackfalds Community Arts’ facebook page. kmendonsa@reddeerexpress.com

Had you read about the rezoning meeting before it happened?

The Government of Alberta passed Bill 20 – the Municipal Government Amendment Act - in the Legislature this week. Bill 20 gives Alberta municipalities the ability to pass an advertising bylaw allowing them to simply post important legal notices on the municipality’s website and completely bypass their local community newspaper. These Public Notices deal with proposed bylaws or resolutions, public hearings or scheduled meetings – decisions that affect your living, your neighbourhood, and you.

Would you know what is happening in your municipal district if these notices were published only online? Would you miss the issues that deserve your input if they were not delivered into your hands, published in this newspaper?

Encourage your town council to maintain your right to know about the progress and management of your community. Ask them to keep public notices in your community newspaper – your audited, verified, accountable news source.

Take the time now to reach out to your mayor, your reeve, your councillor or your CAO. Tell them you value your community newspaper, that you want to stay informed.

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Volunteer opportunities in Central Alberta For more information about volunteering in Central Alberta, a wider selection of listings, or if you are an organization or an event needing volunteers, visit Volunteer Central at www. volunteercentral.ca, email info@volunteercentral.ca or call 403-346-3710.

World Vision is partnering with the Harlem Globetrotters tour in Red Deer on April 21st. We are looking for help to represent the organization and to help sign up new child sponsors at the event. For more information contact Susanne Milner, 403-3635250 or email susanne_milner@worldvision.ca.

Aspire Special Needs Resource Centre needs volunteers for the 21st Evening of Decadent Dessert! Please join us between noon and 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 7th in the Parkland Pavilion at Westerner Park. Contact Tera Johnson, 403-340-0622, or email tjohnson@aspirespecialneeds.ca.

Bethany Care Society - do you enjoy reading?

Come read a novel to our young adult residents every Monday morning from 10 a.m. until approximately 11 a.m. Contact Ann Van Hemmen, 403-357-3702, ann. vanhemmen@bethanyseniors.com.

As part of the upcoming Rimbey Run around the Zone, David Thompson Health Trust has a variety of volunteers positions including course set up and clean up (put up/take down signage), water station, nutrition table, info table, crossing guard, and race marshall. Contact Pam Snowdon, 403-309-5709, pam.snowdon@alber tahealthservices.ca.

CNIB is looking for a volunteers to make a difference in the lives of people dealing with vision loss.

Volunteer with us now to be a vision mate to someone in your community. We are seeking vision mates for walks, for knitting, and for help getting the mail and dealing with bills. Contact Wody Bergquist, 403346-0037, or email wody. bergquist@cnib.ca.

Fuel the passion. Leave an impact! By becoming a mentor with Futurpreneur Canada, you can use your

breadth of knowledge and experience to help a young entrepreneur (18-39) get their start up business off the ground! Contact Rob Price or Chris Anstey, 403265-2923 or 403-265-3288, rprice@futurpreneur.ca or canstey@futurpreneur.ca.

Magdalene House Society is a charitable organization that provides a safe environment for the full recovery of people exploited by human trafficking.

Volunteer with us today as a fundraising volunteer, an awareness volunteer, a fair trade store volunteer, or an administrative assistant.

For more information contact Kathy Curtis, 587-2734324 or email info@magdelenehouse.ca.

Meals on Wheels is recruiting volunteer drivers to deliver meals to our clients. If you are available from 11 a.m. to 12:30 on a weekday, we encourage you to join our team of volunteer drivers. For more information contact Cheryl Day, 403-340-2511, or email rdmealsonwheels@shaw. ca.

The Heart and Stroke Foundation (HSF) in Red Deer and Central Alberta is in need of 850 volunteer canvassers this June 2015 for the Annual Stroke Month Person-to-Person Campaign. For more information contact Leanne Schenn, 403-342-4435, lschenn@hsf.ab.ca.

PDD Michener Services - Swimming Companions, Palliative Care Visitors, Music Enthusiasts, and Companion Visitors are all on the list of positions that Michener Services has to offer. Getting to know someone or doing activities you both enjoy is a terrific way to make someone’s day. Contact Alana Hancock, 403-340-7803, Alana.Hancock@gov.ab.ca.

Bethany Care Society is seeking a variety of volunteers for things such as feeding, pastoral care, and recreation. As well, they have a specially designed hydration cart volunteer role. This role is designed for individuals with intellectual disabilities to be able to do fairly independently. For more information contact Ann VanHemmen, 403-357-3702, or email ann.vanhemmen@bethanyseniors.com.

Central Alberta Theatre is seeking volunteers to be ushers. Are you a fun loving, outgoing individual? Interested in the theatre? Volunteer with us! For more information contact Tryna Matheson, 403-347-8111 or email tryna. centralalber tatheatre@ gmail.com.

Deer with their special transportation needs since 1977. In order to keep our valuable programs running, we need board members willing to commit two hours a month. If you think this would be a good opportunity for you, please contact us. Lorraine Irwin, 403-343-1198, or email rdag@telus.net.

Red Deer Minor Hockey - the 2015 Esso Cup National Female Midget Hockey Championship is seeking an assortment of volunteers. For more information contact Kim Wallace, 403-304-0956, or email rdmhc@shaw.ca.

Help the Red Deer Food bank by assisting as a Truck Helper, Administrative Help, Fundraising Event Helper, or Warehouse Helper. Contact Alice Kolisnyk, rdfoodbank@ hotmail.com.

Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre has a variety of volunteer positions they are seeking to fill including help in the Flowers by Present Trends Gift Shop, Pastoral Care volunteers, Surgical Family Liaison Volunteers, and Pull Ticket Kiosk Volunteers in local malls. For more information contact Brenda Farwell, 403-343-4715 #1, or email brenda.farwell@albertahealthservices.ca.

The Central Alberta Crime Prevention Centre is a community-driven initiative that operates as a one-stop location focused on the reduction and prevention of crime in Central Alberta and provide a centralized location for crime prevention programs.

They are seeking board members to help support their efforts. Contact TerryLee Ropchan, 403-9869904, terrylee@cacpc.ca.

Central Alberta Sexual Assault Support Centre is seeking volunteers for its April Gala fundraiser. For more information contact Michele Kercher, 403-3180653 or email mkercher@ casasc.ca.

Shalom Counselling Centre is hosting its Spring Gala April 25th, and they could use your help to make this evening spectacular. They have a host of volunteer opportunities available, from dessert servers to silent auction monitors. For more information please contact Bonnie Joyes, 403-342-0339, bonnie@shalomcounselling.com.

Central Alberta AIDS Network Society (CAANS) is seeking a variety of skilled individuals, including a program support person, and IT volunteer, a front desk volunteer, and a data entry volunteer.

For more information contact Aisley Miles, 403-3468858 or email Engage@ CAANS.org.

Want to make a difference by making a powerful contribution to your community? Are you interested in having fun, developing new skills, meeting and working with dedicated and passionate people?

The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation is seeking volunteers to help them with their iconic CIBC Run for the Cure, and their popular Batting Against Breast Cancer events. Contact Amber Dujay, 1-844302-2223 or email adujay@ cbcf.org.

The Red Deer Action Group Society has been serving the citizens of Red

Learning Disabilities Association of AlbertaResearch shows one in 10 Canadians has a learning disability – 30,000 people in Central Alberta. It is likely someone in your life has one or more learning disabilities. We rely on volunteers for our fundraising and programs. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Marg Dunlop, execdir@ldreddeer.ca or call 403-340-3885.

Red Deer & District SPCA’s K9 Pet Visitation Team has recently expanded their visitation area!

They’re looking for volunteers like you! For more information contact Eva Sarson, 403-342-7722 ext.

216, or email esarson@reddeerspca.com.

St. John Ambulance is looking for Volunteer First

Aid Responders. A challenging, physically orientated, fast paced, stimulating volunteer experience that makes a difference to people in your community, this position comes with free 40 + hours of first aid training which could ignite a passion for a career path as an emergency medical responder, paramedic or other medical professional.

Contact Pamela Doucette, 403-342-7744, pam. doucette@stjohn.ab.ca.

Did you know the Red Deer & District SPCA has started a Youth Volunteer Club? Young people who experience community involvement and philanthropy at an early age grow up with an ongoing sense of responsibility, and we have a very strong commitment to engaging children in Red Deer at the SPCA. Contact Kim Barlow, 403-342-7722 x 211, volunteer@reddeerspca.com.

Red Deer Public Library is seeking volun-

teers for the Reading Pals program. Just 10 hours a month of your time can help increase reading skills for an elementary school child. Internships available for grade 12 and post-secondary students. Contact Lucinda Sheardown, 403309-3488 or email lsheardown@rdpl.org.

Lacombe Neighbourhood Place needs someone to help us out at the front desk on Tuesday mornings. This person would be responsible for answering phones and directing people to the information they need. We are a nonprofit agency and we could really use your help! Contact Barb Walker, lacombenp@ telus.net or call 403-7820886.

Special Olympics Red Deer is in need of coaches for its curling, 10-pin bowling and indoor soccer programs. For more information contact Jerry Tennant, jerry@specialolympicsreddeer.ca or call 587-273-4672.

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& Accounting Concerns T ax BY: MARTIN HERBERT, FCGA IMPORTANT TAX SEASON REMINDERS The filing deadline for personal tax returns where there is no self-employment income is April 30.

For proprietors, partnerships or farm schedules the deadline is extended to June 15 and is also applicable to the individual’s spouse or common-law partner.

First time home buyers’ can save tax of $750 for a qualifying home if neither you or your spouse owned a home in the year of acquisition or in any of the four preceding years.

It may be beneficial to jointly elect to split pension, annuity, RRIF and RRSP annuity payments between you and your spouse or common-law partner.

Families may be able to benefit from the new Family Tax Cut, which may save tax of up to $2,000.

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This is only a summary of some of the main points regarding this topic.

It is important that you work with a designated accountant to properly assure that your specific situation is handled properly.

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WHAT IS A FOOT ORTHOTIC? A foot orthotic is a brace that can be discreetly inserted into the shoe to support, align, prevent and/or correct foot deformities and improve foot function. Used in conjunction with appropriate footwear, a foot orthotic can be effective in helping to treat a number of foot problems, including heel, arch and forefoot pain, as well as pain and complications related to health conditions such as diabetes and arthritis. There are two basic types of foot orthotics: over-the-counter and custom-made.

WHO NEEDS A FOOT ORTHOTIC? If required, all ages can benefit from a foot orthotic. From mild discomfort in the ball of the foot from such conditions as metatarsalgia, to severe problems including diabetic foot ulcers, a foot orthotic can help a wide range of patients.

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2) When cleaning your hard-surface floors, be sure to check all of your furniture feet. Do your felts look worn & need replacing? Preventative measures like this will help keep your floors scratch & scuff free.

3) Schedule a professional carpet cleaning. Did you know that most manufacturers’ warranties require that you have your carpets professionally cleaned once a year? Hold on to your receipts for peace of mind.

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ENTERTAINMENT Isobel Trigger brings ‘Up All Night’ tour to City

BY MARK WEBER Red Deer Express There’s something downright hypnotic – in a good way – about Victoria-based band Isobel Trigger’s single Dust and Bones from their debut EP Nocturnal.

The truly bright spot of the tune is lead singer Felicia Harding’s compelling, strong and expressive vocals – washing over an edgy, guitar-driven pop/ rock foundation.

Ultimately, the results are outstanding – as they are with the remainder of the project. Cuts like Tiger Shark and Sugar Cube, just to name a couple, showcase the band’s utterly unique approach to crafting polished pop tunes. Local audiences will be able to check out what the band fully offers during a City stop at The Vat on April 11th.

With their international remix competitions, national tours and stream of single releases, this band, rounded out by guitarist Brett Faulkner, drummer Ariel Tseng and bassist Ryan Salmond, shows no signs of slowing down.

Harding certainly comes by her musical chops naturally. Her mom’s parents were both opera singers, for one thing. And growing up, there was always music playing around the house.

“My dad had a huge record collection, and he was in a band when he was younger,” she recalls.

Heard about the house were such classic groups as the Rolling Stones, the Eagles, the Beatles.

In fact, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band provided lots of fun, lipsyncing and dancing sessions, she laughs. “There was also Elvis, Michael

Jackson and the Doors.

My dad was always playing music, and my parents would have parties with the record player on. Music has always been something that I’ve enjoyed.”

Harding also took piano lessons during those years and was also given her first guitar at 14. Vocal studies came along later. “I studied voice and I absolutely loved it. It’s become a career to me in that I now teach voice lessons, too.”

As she grew older, a career in music just seemed like the natural course to take. She also loved to travel, so taking her music on the road seemed the ideal choice. “I also had a real passion for communication, for languages. I love having long conversations with people.”

As for the band, it initially took shape several years ago with a debut CD, Island, released in 2009.

As time passed, members came and went until the dynamite line-up that comprises the band today was formed. “We’ve evolved so much, we don’t even recognize ourselves anymore,” she adds with a laugh. Not that it’s an easy process to find a group that connects and clicks so well. “It’s not easy to find those people who really share your vision and who you work well with.

“But we’ve come to this point of having this really excellent cocktail of musicians.”

After the band’s debut tour in 2014, Isobel Trigger is headed back across Canada this spring. The band is gearing up to share their aforementioned EP Nocturnal – released last August with fans while embarking their largest tour yet.

POP PERFECTION - Victoria’s Isobel Trigger performs at The Vat on April 11th.

Making a round trip from B.C. to Quebec, Isobel Trigger will be performing at some of the country’s most coveted venues, including a showcase at Toronto’s Canadian Music Week on May 7th. Nocturnal was produced by Ryan Worsley and Adam Sutherland, and features five tunes that combine haunting vocals, dance beats and catchy guitar riffs. The band’s sound has been described as ‘indie dance rock,’ ‘power pop’ and the ‘soundtrack to an alien abduction.’

“We stayed up really late and worked really hard,” she explains, referring to the CD’s moniker and themes of nightlife. Re-

cording was a fabulous experience too, with each of the artists bringing strong ideas to the table. “It was really exciting to see these songs come to life.

“Sometimes it’s a real challenge because a producer might really say, ‘With this particular song, I’m just not feeling it.’ And you are. They might want to change a part that you’re really attached to. So you have to step back, try to look at it objectively and decide what you aren’t really attached to. Where are you willing to compromise?”

And in celebration of their third single Champion, the band launched its third DJ remix competi-

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tion, giving artists the opportunity to run wild with this track.

Receiving an overwhelming response of submissions, the band honoured the top 10 submissions with a public vote. Blending the intensity of Harding’s voice with build-ups and a thumping bass, DJ Funked Up Brother was crowned the champ in this contest.

This remix isn’t the last piece of new music fans will hear from the band this spring. With the closing of the Champion DJ competition, Isobel Trigger has announced their newest single Carry On. Meanwhile, there is nothing quite like hitting

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the stage to spark those creative fires. “Every once in a while you have to perform, and you might be feeling terrible. In one particular case, I had a bad flu going on.” She went on and gave it all she had. “I started to sing the songs, and I started feeling a lot better.”

Ah, the power of music to heal and energize.

“There was this amazing transformation – I was able to give it my all.

“The reward is so great – to share this art you have worked so hard on. And to see others appreciate it.

Nothing else compares to that, or can fulfill me in that way.” editor@reddeerexpress.com

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J.P. Cormier performs at Fratters on April 15th

BY MARK WEBER Red Deer Express Musician J.P. Cormier was simply meant to sing, perform, write music and most of all, communicate. There was no other road to explore, and fans will have a chance to hear that flat-out commitment to crafting superb tunes when he performs at Fratters on April 15th.

A 30-year veteran of the biz, Cormier is also a Juno Award nominee and multiple ECMA winner, but one gets the distinct feeling that recognition has never been at the heart of what compels him to do what he does. During his stop in the City, folks will be able to hear what contributes to his sheer power as an artist, conveyed through an array of tunes.

There will be new material too – his latest project, The Chance, is released this month as well.

He was born in London, Ontario to a pair of Cape Bretoners who’d gone west looking for work. According to Cormier’s bio, his dad worked himself into the grave when Cormier was eight.

His mother and four brothers followed the eldest brother to Bridgewater, where they hoped to find work at the Michelin plant.

But Michelin was laying people off, and Cormier and his mom ended up on welfare. And that could’ve been the end of the story had the producers of a TV show called Up Home Tonight not discovered his formidable musical talent and made him a regular on the show when he was 13. He’s really never looked back since.

“I started playing the guitar when I was five.” He had no lessons. “I just picked it up by myself – it’s a God-given talent. So there was really no defining moment for me – I was born this way.”

Also fueling his passion and his skill were formative years in Nashville backing up legends and playing the Opry.

“When I was 15, I hitchhiked to the United States, way down to Alabama. I lived there, and worked in Nashville for 10 years.”

There, he played with legends such as Waylon Jennings, Marty Stuart, Earl Scruggs and Bill Monroe; he also appeared at the Grand Ol’ Opry more than two dozen times; and became the

AUTHENTICITY – East coast-based singer/songwriter J.P. Cormier will be featuring tunes from this latest CD during a Fratters show next week. photo submitted

mandolinist for the Sullivan family.

Then, in the mid-1990s, he returned to his ancestral home of Cape Breton to marry and launch a solo career. “I married a woman from my father’s hometown,” he said.

“I didn’t want to leave Nashville, she talked me into it.”

But returning north did nothing to diminish his output or raw creativity. “By 1997 I had made my biggest selling album – Another Morning.” It reached platinum and some of the cuts charted in Europe as well as Canada. “I was a reluctant star. I’ve always enjoyed being a side-man, but I’ve worked with some of the greatest front men in the world.”

Over the years, Cormier’s records and performances have earned a Juno nomination, 13 East Coast Music Awards and a Canadian Folk Music Award and he was the subject of a nationallytelevised documentary on Bravo.

Meanwhile, a song entitled Hometown Battlefield, first posted to his facebook page last March, is a song about what happens after the war – vets fighting and dying from post-traumatic stress disorder. It landed hundreds of thousands of hits on his facebook page in the first two weeks.

“There’s almost a million now on YouTube as well, and another couple million on my fan page.

It’s been shared 70,000 times,” he said.

Cormier has received thousands of letters from vets who are grateful for the song.

Nearly a year later, dozens still write to him each week. The lyric video is made entirely of personal photographs they sent him.

“It’s all you can really hope for when you are doing this sort of thing a living – you hope that something you do matters.”

Now Cormier, who did his own brief tour in Afghanistan – as a musician – is launching the full album from which the single derives.

He’s also asserted his instrumental dominance by winning the Canadian Open Guitar Championship, the Southern U.S. Fiddle Championship and the Southern U.S. Banjo Championship.

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“I see the world through music,” he explains. And ultimately, he doesn’t care where he lives.

“As long as I can get to my gig I don’t care where I’m living.”

As for what continues to keep him fired up and so focused on the day-to-day journey of making music, it really boils down to that rich back-and-forth relationship with audiences.

“I think it’s the connection between me and an audience. It’s probably cliché, but in all honestly that’s the only pay-off.” It’s a downright need, actually.

“I need that recharge – I need to get in front of an audience in the worst way when I’m away from it for awhile.” editor@reddeerexpress.com

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Top tips on how to exercise your brain I was at a fitness conference in California last week featuring 700 fitness business owners from around the world, in addition to amazing speakers each of the three days talking about a massive range of topics. One of them that really caught my attention was around keeping your brain engaged through training.

The speaker, Stephen Jepson was a hilarious, quirky, witty man who, at the age of 74 is astoundingly fit. Not bodybuilder fit, but functionally fit. I found myself enthusiastically agreeing with so many of the things he said that were critically important to how I train my clients and what we do at our gym. To have a 74-year-old man in amazing mental and physical health confirming the philosophies we hold to be true was amazing evidence to just that.

Too many people live a life of sitting, sitting, sitting. If we do a sport it is one that we are already good at and while that may be great for mastering something, it doesn’t do anything for brain activity.

When we coach athletes, hockey players, football players, soccer, baseball, etc. – we work a lot on hand/eye coordination, balance, agility, speed and strength. We also do this with adults, though not as much. Jepson really tuned me in to the fact that we need to do this more and more for all adults, regardless of age.

He is a shining example of a fit gentleman who is smart as a whip at age 74, and a lesson to all of us. I highly recommend you google his name and watch

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McDERMOTT some of the video’s on YouTube.

So what can you do now?

The next time you are in the gym try doing some

more work with strength training using a Bosu Ball (a half ball that you can stand, sit or lay on). This alone will challenge your balance and proprioception (awareness of where your body is positioned in the space around you), greatly improving your ability to function and really creating a massive surge in brain function - especially when you stand on one leg, but not your favourite one, your non dominant one.

Learn to juggle. It does not matter if you can do it or not, the very act of learning that skill will fire up your motor neurons and engage your brain, providing immediate benefit. Jepson took up juggling clubs at the age of 72, snowboarding in his 60s, learned to ride a unicycle and so much more.

As a species, as adults, we need to play more. We really do. We are too dependant on machines, computers, cell phones, tablets,

televisions etc. We need to spend some time in a playground every week, maybe even every day.

Learn something new this year. That is my challenge to you (and to me).

Ride a skateboard, unicycle, juggle, play a new sport, anything. It doesn’t have to be complex - go to a toy store and get a package of Jacks. Remember those little things? A rubber ball and those little metal star shaped things? You bounce

the ball and pick up one Jack. Then set it down and do it again but pick up two Jacks etc. Then do it with your other hand - that is what really makes your brain fire up!

Brush your teeth tonight with your other hand - it’s that simple. Keep your brain active, for that is one of the most powerful organs that you need to support.

Scott McDermott is a personal trainer and owner of Best Body Fitness in Sylvan Lake.

SPRING KITTEN – With spring comes a bountiful amount of kittens at the SPCA. Dan Fitchett enjoyed meeting Hera, a young female kitten this past weekend. Although Hera is soon to be adopted, the kitten enjoyed her visit with Fitchett.

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What you should know about Crohn’s Disease How would you feel, at 18 years of age, if you were diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease (CD)?

It would be devastating news. Unlike other well-known diseases, you would probably know nothing about this illness, and even its name sounds ominous. But you would not be alone. Crohn’s Disease is not a household word and, in spite of its importance, receives little in research dollars.

Crohn’s Disease affects 600,000 people in North America.

Normally, it strikes those between 20 to 35 years of age, with another peak in the 50s, but no age is immune to this disorder. And smokers are three times more likely to develop this disease.

It shows no sex bias as it affects both equally. In about 20% of cases a blood

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JONES relative has some form of this inflammatory bowel disease. Those of Jewish heritage have an increased risk but African Americans are less likely to develop it.

Patients suffer from recurrent episodes of abdominal pain, bloody diarrhea, fever and weight loss.

Geographically it can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract from mouth to the anus.

But most commonly it involves the lower part of the small bowel, called the ileum.

There are several theo-

ries about what causes Crohn’s Disease.

Some researchers believe CD is an autoimmune disease in which the body’s defenses become confused and begin attacking its own cells. But whatever the reason, the bowel’s wall becomes repeatedly inflamed, often with no rhyme nor reason as to when these attacks occur.

Initially, it may be difficult to know whether the patient suffers from Crohn’s Disease or ulcerative colitis which primarily affects the large bowel.

But blood tests, X-ray and colonoscopy examinations will eventually determine the diagnosis.

The most common complication is blockage of the intestine. Repeated episodes of inflammation cause swelling, scar tissue and narrowing of the

bowel. In some cases the inflammatory response may be so intense that perforation of the intestine occurs and tunnels develop between the bowel, vagina, bladder or skin. Fissures or small tears may occur at the anal area.

So a diagnosis of Crohn’s Disease, whether at 18 years of age or older, causes a major readjustment in one’s life. As one young female patient said to me ,“If I’m out on a date I’m often thinking where is the bathroom if I need one, and how do I tell him I have this problem?”

Others say repeated attacks place a strain on their relationships. The uncertainty of recurrences make it hard to plan ahead.

Patients with Crohn’s Disease must get to know their disease and start a food diary to ascertain what foods cause trouble.

But, at the same time, be careful not to develop a food phobia as food does not cause CD, nor does it cure it. And above all else, they must not let this disease overwhelm their entire life. Some patients discover that if they consume lesser amounts of food there’s a decreased chance of bowel problems.

But this can be dangerous as it can lead over time to malnutrition and that’s the last thing a patient with Crohn’s Disease needs. For instance, intestinal bleeding can lead to iron deficiency anemia.

For comments, see www. docgiff.com.

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It’s also important to make sure that patients with CD have sufficient amounts of Vitamin B12.

Since Vitamin B12 is absorbed at the end of the small bowel where CD often strikes, this vitamin may be lacking.

And since many patients with CD cannot tolerate lactose, it’s important they receive adequate amounts of calcium and Vitamin D. Treatment depends on the severity of the disease.

Cortisone and drugs to suppress the immune system may limit the inflammatory response. But sometimes multiple surgeries are needed to remove inflamed portions of intestine.

1/4 cup olive oil 1 large red pepper, cut into 1/4 inch slices 600g (1 1/4 lb) chicken breast cut into small pieces 200g (6 1/2 oz) chorizo sausage cut into 1/4 inch slices 200g (6 1/2 oz) mushrooms, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, crushed 1 tbsp. grated lemon rind 700g (1 pd ) ripe tomatoes, chopped 200g (6 1/2 oz ) green beans, cut into 1 1/4 inch lengths 1 tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary 2 tbsp. chopped flat leaf parsley 1/4 tsp. saffron threads dissolved in 1/4 cup hot water. The most expensive spice!

2 cups rice 3 cups hot chicken stock 6 lemon wedges, for serving Heat the oil in a large, deep-sided frying pan over medium heat. Add red pepper, cook, stirring often for six minutes. Remove from pan set aside.

Add the chicken and cook for 10 minutes or longer until its browned on all sides. Remove from the pan and set aside. Add the chorizo and cook for five minutes until all the sides are golden. Remove and set aside.

Add the mushrooms, garlic and lemon rind and cook for five minutes. Stir in the tomato and cook for five minutes. Add the beans, rosemary, parsley, saffron mixture, rice, chicken and sausage. Stir briefly and add the hot stock. Do not stir at this point! Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

Remove from the heat, cover and leave to stand for 10 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges.

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fyi EVENTS MiniMAG – every Wednesday from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. it’s playtime at the Museum! This is a drop-in program, free for the month of April. Your little one(s) can enjoy some toys time, crafty activity and play while you enjoy a cup of coffee in our own ‘Club Café’ exhibit area.

Perfect for ages four and under.

Annual RDC student art exhibition.

Tokens of Myself runs through April 26th. The Annual Year End Exhibition by the Visual Art students is an important event for students, the college and the community. The artwork exhibited represents the variety of subjects, materials and forms deemed vital by the next generation of young artists.

Red Deer Arts Council and Red Deer Public Library are pleased to present a First Friday Red Deer Concert with Cat Piano.

Kyle Gonzales, Sam Vesely, and Chad Lorrain, students from Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High School, will be performing on April 10th in the Snell Auditorium (Kiwanis Gallery) of the downtown branch of the Red Deer Public Library. In terms of style, they will be playing their favorite jazz standards, some funk songs they wrote and jamming. Chad is a drummer and saxophonist. Sam plays trumpet and will be pursuing jazz piano at MacEwan next year. Kyle plays bass. Performances times: 6:15 to 6:45 p.m. then 7 to 7:30 p.m. Refreshments served.

Parkland Garden Center presents: ‘The Healing Garden’ on April 11th and 12th from 12-5 p.m. Join local authors Sally Towers-Sybblis and Valerie Foerderer of The Circle Club, a journey of hope and healing, as they bring their book to life, surrounded by the delights of the garden. Come rejuvenate your spirit, be inspired and join our circle. Door prize draw. We look forward to seeing you!

50’s and 60’s Rock & Roll Dance on April 11th from 8 – 11:30 p.m. at the Valley Center Hall - 38062 Range Road 260

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Count JukeBox rock, a live four-pi four-piece rock and roll band. Admission is $15 at the door includes evening lunch.

Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Teens, adults and seniors welcome non-alcoholic beverages for purchase. Hosted by Town & Country Dance Club. 403-728-3333.

Anahad Yoga continues at the Centre for Spiritual Living on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m. with Yogi Anoop. On April 17th there is Wise Women Sharing. On April 19th there is a pot luck lunch and on April 24th it’s dinner and a movie ‘Road to Your Heart.’

On April 26th check out guest speaker Rev. Doug Craig on

‘The Do’s and Don’ts to Adding Power to Your Energy.’ On April 29th, there is the Men’s Group, the Gentle Art of Self Care.

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YARD Yoga Studio: Red Deer’s only Not-for-Profit Yoga Studio. Registration is open for our spring sessions. Classes run through to May 29th. We offer a variety of classes and styles for all levels…including Hatha, Power, Yin, Kundalini, Yoga for BACKS, Nidra, Yoga Melt, Meditation, and Gentle/Modified. Call 403-5509240 or email info@reddeeryoga.ca. Visit www.reddeeryoga.ca.

There will be a fundraiser at Normandeau School on April 9th at 7 p.m. called An Evening of Entertainment. The event features several local and high school bands. The cost is $5/person or $15 for a family of four. Funds raised will go towards supporting music programs at the school.

Silver Blades skating will take place from 2:45 to 3:45 p.m. on April 10th, 17th and 24th at the Kin City Arena in Morrisroe. Call Ann at 403-3471737 for more information.

Parkinson Alberta Education and Support Groups - Parkinson Alberta offers groups for persons with Parkinson Disease, family members & caregivers at the following Central Alberta locations: Red Deer, Lacombe, Innisfail, Olds, Three Hills & Castor. For information, call 403-346-4463.

Visit www.parkinsonalberta.ca.

Springbrook Archery will be operating on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Fridays 7 to

9 p.m. Memberships available.

Living Faith Lutheran Church - welcomes everyone to our Sunday Worship Service at 10 a.m. We offer Traditional and Contemporary Service with Holy Communion. Services held at Bethany CollegeSide Red Deer College. For more information, contact Ralph at 403-347-9852.

Scottish Country Dancing has classes held weekly at Knox Presbyterian Church and go from September to May. A certified teacher comes regularly from Edmonton to conduct the class.

SCD is not Highland dancing but is more like square dancing. No partner needed, no need to be Scottish. For more information, call 403-343-0975 or 403-3470907 or visit www.reddeerscottishcountrydancers.weebly.com.

Dance for the health of it. Working in a team, learn easy dance steps while enjoying a variety of music.

Everyone is welcome – families, couples, solos and teens. No dance experience necessary.

Twenty-four sessions for $120.

Maximum 24 participants. Sessions run Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Contact Connie at 403-396-1523.

Central Alberta Historical Society Meeting runs April 15th at 7 p.m. at Red Deer Museum, 4525 47A Ave. Red Deer. Topic: History of Red Deer Farmer’s Market.

Speaker: Dennis Moffat, manager of the market. Everyone welcome. For further information, contact Leanne 403-309-8405.

Fabulous Fabric Sale presented

by GrammaLink-Africa runs on April 18th from 9 a.m. to 2

p.m. at Gaetz Memorial United Church 4758 Ross St. Sale of unused donated fabric, yarn and notions sold at bargain prices.

Cash, Visa and Mastercard accepted. All monies donated to the Stephen Lewis Foundation in support of the African Grandmothers raising their orphaned grandchildren whose parents have died of HIV/AIDS. Contact Shirley at 403-347-5958 or Mary Ellen at 403-340-1365.

Come see what happens at the Red Deer Court House! April 18th is Law Day, celebrating Canada’s legal system and the organizations that provide legal assistance in our community. This is a free, family-friendly event! Free activities, displays and tours.

Highlights include presentations from the Bowden Penitentiary drug dog, pictures with an RCMP officer, fun mock trial, children?s art activities, tours of the Court House, including

the prisoner cells throughout the day. Free popcorn, Tim Hortons coffee, and prize draws for kids.

The event runs April 18th from 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call 403-3427400 for more information.

The Red Deer Legion Pipe Band and the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #35 will be hosting the multi-award winning play, ‘Jake’s Gift’. The performance will take place on April 21st at the Royal Canadian Legion, Red Deer. Doors will open at 6 p.m., the Pipe Band will play at 6:45 p.m. with the play beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at the Front Desk of the Red Deer Legion, by contacting any Pipe Band member or calling Arnie MacAskill at 403-782-7183.

Jake’s Gift is a tribute to our Veterans. It is a one act onewoman play about a Canadian WW2 veteran’s reluctant return to Juno Beach to find the grave of the brother who never came home. Since 2007, this surprisingly funny drama has been receiving rave reviews and capturing the hearts of Canadians right across the country. It is a play you will not want to miss!

The performance runs 65 minutes with no intermission and is appropriate for ages 10 to 110.

Annual St. George’s Day Tea runs April 19th at 2 p.m. at the Red Deer Legion. Advance tickets only - $5. Tickets available at Legion reception. Entertainment, food and fun!

The Red Deer River Watershed Alliance (RDRWA) will be holding their monthly Ambassador Breakfast in Red Deer on April 10th from 7:30 – 8:45 a.m. at the Quality Inn, North Hill (7150 50 Ave.) Cost: $15 per person.

Rene Michalak, ReThink Red Deer Project Lead will be talking about the exciting Piper Creek Restoration Agriculture Project in south Red Deer. ReThink Red Deer and project partners have secured funds from Environment Canada’s Environmental Damages Fund to restore roughly a 25-acre section of Piper Creek south of the City of Red Deer Landfill. Over the course of five years, this project will repair and improve the historical impacts on an important riparian & agricultural area in the Red Deer River watershed by regenerating and enhancing Red Deerians’ understanding of, and

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Week of April 8 - April 15, 2015 relationship with, the natural world while creating a multi-use recreation space that all can use. Find out about upcoming urban farming, permaculture & sustainable living workshops & volunteer opportunities available with this fun and innovative project! Visit www.rdrwa.ca to register, e-mail info@rdrwa. ca or call Kelly at 403-3407379 by noon on April 8th.

Do you love to sing? Join our adult choir, the Red Deer Chamber Singers, where you will enjoy an environment of positive learning and quality music. Practices are at Sunnybrook United Church, 12 Stanton St. at 7 p.m. We will be preparing for our annual Renaissance Feast performances, to be held at the end of November. Contact Sadie at 403-3475166 for more information.

On behalf of PLAY Central, the Be Fit For Life Centre at Red Deer College and Alberta Sport and Development Centre- Central will host a Physical Literacy & Fundamental Movement Skills Summit on April 18th. The summit will feature presentations from Lea Norris of Canadian Sport for Life, Tara McNeil from WinSport Winter Sport Institute, Paul Carson from Hockey Canada and Red Deer College’s own Rob Weddell. The summit is aimed at community leaders, teachers, students, parents, recreation coordinators and anyone working with children, athletes (young and old) and seniors.

Participants will learn the importance of physical literacy and fundamental movement skills, with practical examples to apply to their current activities, and will leave the summit with NCCP fundamental skills certification.

The event will take place on April 18th from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the Red Deer College main campus. Registration is $50 per person and is available at the Be Fit For Life Centre website or by calling 403357-3663. Pre-registration is encouraged but will be accepted until the day of the event.

The British Artiques Roadshow are once again coming to Parkland Mall Red Deer on April 23rd-25th.

Around the World with CARE. Experience international cuisine,

live entertainment and exciting cultural displays while dressed as a tourist at Around the World with CARE. The Central Alberta Refugee Effort (CARE) is holding this event to raise funds for much needed support services for immigrants and refugees who settle in central Alberta. The event happens April 24th from 5 to 10:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn in Gasoline Alley. The evening starts with cocktails and visiting cultural activity booths, followed by food and entertainment starting at 6:15 p.m. In keeping with the international theme, participants are encouraged to dress up as tourists, to travel the world in one evening. They will sample a variety of cuisine from different parts of the world, pre-

while possibly inspiring the next artisan of brewers. Along with sampling these truly unique brews, you will be treated to a variety of appetizers prepared by Chef Michael Ubbing of the WestLake Grill at Heritage Ranch.

Tickets on at the Black Knight Inn Ticket Centre. The event runs May 21st at the WestLake Grill at Heritage Ranch. Tickets: $85 Black Knight Inn Ticket Centre.

Sit and Be Fit is held every Wednesday from 10:45 – 11:30 a.m. There is a drop in fee of $2. Whist is held on the second and fourth Friday of each month starting at 1 p.m. There is a fee of $2. Bridge singles meet on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. There is a fee of $2. Bridge partners meet on the second and

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MEETINGS The CMHA 16-hour Facilitator Training course will be held on three Mondays April 20th, 27th and May 4th from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The classes are held at the CMHA at 5017 50th St. in downtown Red Deer. The course is designed to meet the training needs of people facilitating time limited and on-going

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pared specifically for the event by the Holiday Inn, and experience fascinating cultures and entertainment. There will also be a silent and live auction. If you purchase before March 24th you also have a chance to win the early bird prize draw valued at$100. For more information, contact Kerri Wilkie at 403-3468818 Ext. 249 or Sue Arrison at 403-342-5816 or visit the CARE website at http://immigrantcentre.ca/. Tickets are $100 a person or $750 for a table of eight people. To purchase tickets, email: kerri.wilkie@care2centre. ca or phone 403-346-8818.

Exhibit B – The Art of Craft Beer runs May 21st. Join the MS Society of Canada, Central Alberta Chapter for the return of Exhibit B, The Art of Craft Beer event!

Indulge in a unique showcase of craft beers, brew masters, and culinary delights. This event is certain to entertain the curious connoisseur of craft beers

fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. There is a fee of $3.

FABRIC FABRIC FABRIC - fabric donations accepted one metre or more - also yarn and notions for GrammaLink - Africa Fabric Sale on April 18th. For pick-up of donations or for information call Mary Ellen at 403-340-1365 or Shirley at 403-347-5958 not later then April 10th. All proceeds go to the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s Grandmother’s Campaign.

Annual St. George’s Day Tea runs April 19th at 2 p.m. at the Red Deer Legion. Advance tickets only - $5 - tickets available at the Legion. Tickets available at Legion reception. Entertainment, food and fun.

Thursday night dances continue at the Golden Circle at 7 p.m.

Admission is $7. Allsorts on April 16th; Pert’Near Country on April 23rd; Silver and Gold on April 30th. Call 403-346-3896,

groups or courses. It is based on a curriculum developed by Boston University. Each participant will receive extensive training material including a USB drive with the complete course material and additional resource sheets. The course features both lecture and experiential learning activities. A course attendance certificate will be awarded to those who complete the training.

A wide variety of people have taken this course from CMHA in the past including employees of Alberta Health Services, Provincial employees, people working for community services agencies, and people facilitating self-help groups. For more information, call CMHA at 403-342-2266.

A course application and more information can be downloaded from www.reddeer.cmha.ca. The fee for the course is $165 if tuition is paid by May 1st. Financial assistance may be available.

Art of Friendship is an eight-

week course designed to help people who feel lonely or isolated learn and practice the skills that help people make and keep friends. The course meets weekly beginning April 16th from 6 to 8 p.m. and runs through June 4th. It will take place at the Dawe Branch of the Red Deer Public Library at 56 Holt St. The RDPL is a co-sponsor of the this course.

The Red Deer Branch of the Alberta Genealogical Society is holding their meeting on April 22nd at 7 p.m. at the LDS Church (3002 - 47 Ave, Bower) Lorraine Lohr Cathro, formerly fro Stettler and author of Roots and Adventures: A Prairie Childhood will be speaking. Keith Wilson, property rights lawyer, has been retained to explain the potential court challenge to protect your interests on April 9th at 7 p.m. at Trochu Community Center, 215 N Field Road, Trochu. All land owners must come together on a united front to ensure that your future payments are protected. Admission $10. The annual general meeting will follow the speaker.

Red Deer Garden Club - tickets for May 20th Lyndon Penner, horticultural consultant from Calgary, will be doing a talk at Golden Circle 7-8 p.m. on The Edible Yard, are available. For the public, Red Deer Museum.

Come and join us. First meeting free. Membership $15 a year.

Great people, new friends.

Check out our web site at www.reddeergardenclub.ca or on facebook, www.facebook. com/reddeergardenclub.

Overeaters Anonymous meets Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. at Mighty Fortress Lutheran Church, 51 Alford Ave. This 12-step program of recovery is for individuals experiencing difficulty with eating behaviours. No dues or fees. See www.oa.org, or phone Phyl at 403-347-4188.

TOPS – Take off Pounds Sensibly – we meet every Monday in the basement of the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd.

Weigh-in occurs between 6 and 6:45 p.m., program starts from 7 to 8 p.m. Drop in for a free evening or call Sharon at 403-309-2395 (evenings).

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BY JENNA SWAN Red Deer Express The Red Deer Titans Rugby Club announced this week they would be hosting the four nations 2015 Women’s Rugby International Super Series on July 1st at their clubhouse in Red Deer County.

The tournament will feature Canada, England, New Zealand and the United States with the game being played over three double headers in Calgary, Red Deer and Edmonton from June 27th, July 1st, and July 5th.

The Red Deer based game will see the Canadian national rugby team go head to head against the U.S. national team. The New Zealand national team will go up against the English national team as well.

President of the Titans Rugby Club, Neil Hagerty said the U.S. versus Canada match up will be the highlight of the night as the game is taking place on Canada’s own national holiday.

Hagerty added the decision of which City would host the additional games outside of Calgary and Edmonton came down to Red Deer and Lethbridge, similar to the decision earlier this year as to which city would host the 2019 Canada Winter Games.

When he approached the City to receive approval and support for the event, they were thrilled to again be in competition with the southern city and even more thrilled to hear Red Deer’s bid was approved.

“Mayor (Tara) Veer has been extremely supportive of the event

– she has tweeted about it and said she would be happy to help in any way she can,” said Hagerty. “The City puts a strong emphasis on making sports and athleticism a part of Red Deer and they were in full support of us hosting the event, especially when I told them who the other city was that we were bidding against.”

As the Titans’ field is located west of Gasoline Alley, it puts the Club in the territory of Red Deer County to which they also had to seek approval.

“The support from the County and Councillor Jean Bota in particular not only for this event, but also the Club in general has been monumental,” he added, “She’s always looking out for us and trying to help us in any way she can.”

The Club hopes to see around

1,500 Central Albertans come out for the two games to show their support, as well as expect to see around 100 volunteers accumulate for the event.

Hagerty added the event would be a huge help in raising the profile of rugby not only in Red Deer and Central Alberta, but Canada as well.

The Titans have been in Red Deer for around 40 years and continue to be actively involved in the community through various events.

On May 4th the Titans club will be participating in their annual Kids Help Phone Walk so Kids Can Talk event which raises funds and awareness for the free, anonymous professional counseling and support service for youth mental and emotional health.

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around the same time with an average of between eight and 10 home games.

This year the Titans will be fielding two men’s team, a women’s team, and a number of youth teams and invite anyone with an interest in the sport to get involved by visiting their web site at www.titansrugby.com.

The games are set to kick off on July 1st at the Titans Rugby field with New Zealand versus England at 4 p.m. and Canada versus the U.S. at 6:30 p.m.

Hagerty added there will likely be a variety of local entertainers involved and talks are currently in place with the City to arrange for busing to Bower Ponds for patrons of the game to watch the Canada Day fireworks. jswan@reddeerexpress.com

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Rebels head coach reflects on last season

BY JENNA SWAN Red Deer Express The Red Deer Rebels have wrapped up another season following Saturday night’s loss to the Medicine Hat Tigers, 4-3.

The Tigers won the series 4-1, moving on to the second round of playoffs against the winner of the Kootenay/Calgary series.

Head coach/general manager for the Rebels, Brent Sutter stated in a year-end press conference on Monday afternoon that although the Rebels came out on the bottom of the match up against Medicine Hat he was proud of the way his team played.

“It was a tight series,” he said, “When you look at four of those games they were all one goal games and could’ve gone either way, and the other game was a goal game on an empty net.

“When it came to crunch time in game five it could’ve gone either way but it was probably the best game of the entire series.”

Although Sutter was dis-

appointed to see the season end he stated he, “Feels good about the team heading into next season.”

Sutter’s excitement is warranted as the 2015/2016 season will be a once in a lifetime opportunity for not only himself and the team, but for Central Alberta also as they will be hosting the 2016 Memorial Cup. The nationally-televised tournament will be broadcast live with over two million people tuning in to watch as the Rebels face off against the champions of the CHL’s three member leagues: the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL), and the Western Hockey League (WHL).

As the Rebels are granted access to the elite tournament as hosts, Sutter hopes to strive for more than just host access and instead hopes his team will enter their home tournament as the champions of their league.

“Yes, it’s great that we are hosting the cup, it’s great for our City and it’s

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day, if we are going into the Memorial Cup, we want to be a team that is competing seriously in our want to be at the top of our league going into the Cup and that’s our goal.”

Following the announcement that Red Deer was to host the Cup, Sutter explained big changes would be needed to prepare them for the season ahead.

“Your team is built from within,” said Sutter.

“You need to draft well and get the kids in at the right time and we feel like we’ve done that with this

group and next year it will be time to run with it.”

Sutter added that going into the season the coaching staff knew the season would be a building process to prepare for the 2015/16 season.

“We did some things that were huge additions to our team this year, and we were different than a lot of teams in the league in that we expected quite a lot out of our 17-year-old players,” added Sutter.

“We were a young team this year and we made a lot of changes but I think it

will play out.”

With five returning 20-year-old players, Sutter believes they are set up well heading into the season.

“It’s rare to be in this spot,” said Sutter.

“We have five very quality major junior players that can be huge for us and we are excited for those five older players.

“Now we just have to figure out what direction to take them as they all have the potential to be elite players in this league,” he added. jswan@reddeerexpress.com

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Exploring the style and diversity of window blinds Tis the season to buy blinds and I have been racing around Central Alberta measuring windows like crazy the past two weeks. Daylight savings time hit and the phone started ringing the following Monday as people found the sun shining into their rooms at unwelcome times.

We are all longing for sunshine filled days but when it is glaring in your window before your alarm clock chimes it isn’t such a welcome sight.

The initial pricing of blinds for your home can be an intimidating venture and I see many shocked faces at the cost of window coverings. For custom-fitted blinds, a good starting budget would be about $25 per square foot which will get you a standard 2” faux wood or single-pleated shade.

To move up to the more expensive products such as cellular shades, roman shades or shutters you can safely budget $40-$65 per sq. ft.

Features such as cordless or top down

Kim

WYSE functions will add 10-30% to the cost of most blinds as will room darkening extras.

Although blinds are getting more technical and can solve many window concerns such as privacy, heat and light control – there are still limitations on how the products cover your windows.

Any blind will have a gap around the sides and quite possibly the entire perimeter as it has to be smaller than the inside of the window for smooth operation.

Roller shades, Roman blinds and any type of covering with a roller operation will have an even larger gap on the sides (often up to ¾”) to allow for the head rail to fit inside the window. This roller head

rail is larger than the fabric it operates so even a room darkening blind will not be ‘completely’ dark unless it is mounted on the outside.

Most blinds will offer you two things – privacy and light control; they open and close and provide a simple yet essential function.

Cellular shades are the one product that can cover a large range of needs - privacy, light control, room darkening, R-value and a snug fit along the sides of the blind are just a few of the many functions. Cellular or pleated shades also have a very small stack even on large windows which keep the blinds out of sight when completely open.

Wood blinds, shutters and vertical blinds all need a large stacking area which is an important thing to consider when shopping for blinds. For example, a vertical blind on a standard patio door will have approximately an 18” stack which will take up much of your view to the outside unless

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When you are considering window coverings it is a thrifty idea to choose a neutral colour and to consider dressing up the room with drapery.

The blinds will provide the function and the draperies can give your room the wow factor by bringing colour and pattern into the decor.

Blinds are a little bit like toilets; they should be clean and functional and should quietly blend into your decor.

If you find yourself squinting and cursing the morning sun as it invades your dreams, you may soon be on the hunt for new blinds for your home. The options and price ranges are endless and there is sure to be something out there that is perfect for your home.

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

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So it’s time to renew your mortgage You have been living your life and things have been going just swimmingly and then (cue the music from Jaws) you get notice from your current mortgage provider that your mortgage is up for renewal.

Well there is no need to panic my friends. This week we are going to teach you how to navigate the mortgage renewal process like a boss!

So basically you have a few options open to you.

Just sign. This option is the easiest for sure but it is likely not in your best interest long term. I have said it before and I will say it again that banks are in the business of making money and there is nothing wrong with that. The offer you receive on your mortgage renewal will likely be above what you can get with a little research but you will not have to do anything more than just sign on the dotted line and perhaps that is just fine with you.

Negotiate with your current lender. I am fully aware that we live in Canada and as such negotiation

Pam

PIKKERT seems somewhat rude but I know you can do it and that you should do it! Often all you have to do is make a phone call to a friendly rep who will enter into friendly negotiations with you until you both agree upon a final rate that likely lies between their first offer and the best rate on the market. Then you sign the offer; send it back to them and next thing you know you can rest easy knowing your mortgage is all taken care of.

Either of these first two options can be great if there has been a life change for you.

Perhaps you have recently become self-employed and cannot verify your income for a new lender. Perhaps you are a casualty of the falling price of oil and have been laid off tempo-

rarily. No matter what the case accepting the renewal offer can be what’s best for you. But if your life hasn’t changed and you want the best option possible then you really need to look at number three.

Shop around! Despite your best negotiating abilities you will likely always be able to find a better rate out there somewhere. I know many of you would rather have a root canal than redo your mortgage but before you sign you owe it to yourself to look at options. Most lenders offer a mortgage switch program.

It’s as easy as it sounds really. You are switching your mortgage from one lender to another. They will pay for an appraisal if its required. They will also pay for the cost of a legal signing service to come to your home when it’s convenient for you to sign all the final papers. Oh, and did I mention you will be offered the best rate possible?

You will need to expect the process to take about six hours all together and you are going to need to provide

paperwork to the new lender as it is a new mortgage.

These will include a Letter of employment and recent paystub, the renewal offer from your current lender, proof of home insurance, property tax bill and other items as needed.

Why should you even bother you ask? The numbers don’t lie so let’s take a look at them shall we? I have based these numbers

on a $300,000 mortgage with a 25-year amortization. a) Renewal offer at 3.19% for a five-year fixed rate - $1,449.14/month with $257,353.34 left owing at maturity. b) Switch offer at 2.69% for a five-year fixed rate $1372.45/month with $254,878.62 left owing at maturity.

That means you will pay $76.69 less per month or

$4,601.40 over the five years.

You will also owe $2,474.62 less at maturity bringing your savings to $7,076.02.

That translates to your time being worth $1,179.33/ hour. I think the mortgage renewal process will be less intimidating by far. It’s your money folks, keep it!

Pam Pikkert is a mortgage broker with Dominion Lending Centres – Regional Mortgage Group in Red Deer.

Tools for spring cleaning The snow has finally melted and warmer weather has arrived. Now is the time to get outside and look after those neglected lawns and gardens to prepare for spring flowers and greenery. Three tools are essential to make quick work of the task at hand.

1. Lawnmower. Your grass loves the sunshine and will respond with rapid growth, so a lawnmower is vital to keeping your lawn looking lush and healthy. If you have a large space, you might want to consider a self-propelled mower to tackle big jobs with minimal effort. Other popular models include push-mowers and environmentally-friendly electric mowers.

2. Drill. Not just for spring maintenance, a good drill will help you complete

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With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dorothy Young (nee RUDD) at her home in Nanaimo BC, on March 11, 2015 at the age of 65 years. Born in High River, Alta on October 31, 1949, Dorothy spent her youth in Red Deer and earned her BSc with distinction, from the U of A. She had many interests and careers in both biology and bookkeeping, owning her own business - Liberty Tax. Dorothy loved gardening, being on or near the ocean, and small town rodeos.

Pre-deceased by her parents, Mac and Irene, and her brother, Bill Rudd, Dorothy is survived and greatly missed, by her beloved partner of over 41 years, Barry Pyne, her children Mac and Anita, grandchildren, Hannah and Logan, her sisters, Marjorie Yanda and Wendy Rudd and numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Nanaimo Archives or the charity of your choice.

A celebration of Dorothy’s life will be held on Saturday, April 25 at the Kin Hut on Departure Bay Beach, Nanaimo from 1 to 4 pm.

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ADULT CARRIERS NEEDED Morning Delivery 6 days/week by 6:30 am ORIOLE PARK For More Information Call Joanne at the Red Deer Advocate 403-314-4308 ADULT or YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED For delivery of Flyers, Express and Friday Forward ONLY 2 DAYS A WEEK in GRANDVIEW AREA 4400 Blks. of 40A Ave. and 41 Ave. and 1 Blk. each of 46 and 47 Streets area

ANDERS AREA Ammeter Close Ackerman Cres.

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Dennison Cres. & 1 Block of Davison Dr. ALSO Durand Cr. & Drummond Ave. $69./mo.

ALSO Drummond Cl. & Dowd Cl. $59./mo.

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With 42 papers, approximately $220./mo For More Information, Please call Prodie 403-314-4301

For More Information Call Jamie at the Red Deer Advocate 403-314-4306

ANDERS AREA Alexander Cres., Arnold Close, Ackerman Cres. Ammeter Close, Addington Drive, Atlee / Ansett Cres.

Allsop Ave. / Allsop Cres.

BOWER AREA Boyce St. / Byer Close Barrett Drive

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Savoy Close / Sydney Close

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Open House Directory ........................ 4200-4310 Financial ...............................................4400-4430 Transportation ..................................... 5000-5240 Legal/Public Notices ..........................6000-9000

Items to Buy/Sell .................................. 1500-1940 Agricultural ........................................... 2000-2210 For Rent ................................................ 3000-3200 Wanted to Rent..................................... 3250-3390 Real Estate ............................................4000-4190

Announcements ..................................0005-0030 What’s Happening ............................... 0049-0070 Garage Sales ......................................... 0100-0650 Employment ......................................... 0700-0920 Service Directory .................................. 1000-1430

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Grain, Feed Hay

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HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola.

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Houses For Sale

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EXECUTIVE BUNGALOW - 3842+/- sq. ft. on 33.98 title acres & 5.50 Acre Lot w/32, 440+/- sq. ft.

Commercial Industrial Buildings.. Ritchie Bros.

Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, May 7, Getkate Property near Lethbridge, Alberta. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; rbauction.com/realestate.

FREEâ&#x20AC;ŚLIST OF HOMES with owners phone number, addresses and prices. Call Help-U-Sell of Red Deer at 403-342-7355

ACREAGE AUCTION for Lawrence Nonay.

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GRAVEL PROPERTY w/River Frontage, Spruce View, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, April 29 in Edmonton. 148+/acres titled, gravel pit w/stock piles, North Raven River frontage, 65+/- acres cult, fenced, $4800 SLR. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; rbauction.com/realestate.

MEIER SPRING Classic Car & Truck Auction.

Saturday & Sunday, May 2 & 3, 11 a.m. 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Consign today, call 780-440-1860.

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UNDEVELOPED LAND in HIGH CASH PRODUCING Okotoks, Alberta. Ritchie vending machines. $1.00 Bros. Auctioneers vend = .70 profit. All on Unreserved Auction, April location in your area.

29 in Edmonton. 80+/Selling due to illness. Call acres just North of Okotoks 1-866-668-6629 for details. town limit. Currently Zoned A - Agricultural Buildings District. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; For Sale rbauction.com/realestate.

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WHEATLAND AUCTIONS Spring Consignment Auction. April 18, 10 a.m. in Cheadle, Alberta. Farm equipment, vehicles, heavy equipment, RVs, etc.

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The Best of Red Deer Readers’ Choice Awards 2015

PLACE YOUR VOTE FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A $500 GIFT CERTIFICATE TO PARKLAND MALL! RETAILERS: Carpet/Tile Furniture Home Building Centre Paint Hot Tub/Spa Computers/Home Electronics Bridal Wear Formal Wear – Men’s Formal Wear – Women’s Men’s Clothing Women’s Clothing Western Wear Lingerie Shoes Floral Jewellery Optical Pets Department Store Place to Shop Liquor Grocery Fitness Supplement Store Gardening Centre Sporting Goods Tires New Car Dealer Used Car Dealer RV Dealer Motorcycle/Powersports Lawn & Garden Equipment Farm Implement Dealer

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IN PERSON: Drop off this completed ballot at the Red Deer Express office during regular business hours (closed noon to 1:00 pm).

BY MAIL: Mail the completed ballot to Red Deer Express, #121 5301 43 Street, Red Deer, AB T4N 1C8 RULES: • Contestant information must be completed in order to qualify.

• Ballots must have a minimum of 75% of categories completed to qualify.

• $500 prize winner will be drawn at random from all valid entries and contacted by phone.

• Must be over 18 years of age to enter/win.

• Employees of the Red Deer Express and their immediate families are not eligible for prize draw.

(provide first & last name AND name of business)

ENTRY DEADLINE: Sunday, May 17, 2015

CONTESTANT INFORMATION: Name: Phone #: Note: Personal information is for contest purposes only and will not be shared with any outside party.

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