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Community breakfast - Ramie Tucker, Jeff Watson and Scott Slimmon were among the members of the Sylvan Lake Fire Department who cooked breakfast for the community at the Fire Hall on Saturday morning. JASMINE O’HALLORAN–HAN
Donation takes Multiplex fundraising committee closer to goal STUART FULLARTON SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
The announcement last week of another major donation to the Multiplex Redevelopment Project marked a significant step toward the project fundraising committee’s $2 million goal. The Town of Sylvan Lake announced on June 9 that Redcore, a Sylvan Lakebased company specializing in oilfield construction, donated $250,000 to the project, and in turn will receive naming rights to one of the NexSource Centre’s ice surfaces. The donation now takes fundraising to about 83 per cent of its $2 million target, and momentum is now in full swing, according to fundraising committee co-
chair Amy Komarniski. “Things are kind of rolling again now that there’s some groundwork being done and there are crews on site,” she said. “It’s brought it back into the public’s awareness that this is happening.” Of the project’s $33,550,000 budget — which was recently adjusted following a value engineering exercise — the fundraising committee was tasked with raising $2 million. Now nearing that goal, Komarniski sees no reason why it can’t only be met in the near future, but also exceeded. “We have not changed the goal for fundraising, although the budget has increased significantly,” she said. “That being said, the opportunity for fundraising and sponsorship is far more than the $2 million goal. We
hope to far exceed that, and there’s capacity there to do that.” Donations like the one made last week are an indication of the community’s solid support of the project, she added. “(The $2 million target) has gone from being a very lofty goal to being more than attainable, and that really is because of the response of the business community and the residents in town who have so solidly supported this project.” Komarniski said fundraisers are aiming to reach their $2 million goal at some point this year. Further information on the project and its fundraising and sponsorship opportunities is available online at www.nexsourcecentre.ca.
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Aging in the right place is what seniors need ARLENE ADAMSON TROY MEDIA
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A shift in thinking on seniors’ care issues is taking place across the country. Government leaders are taking notice. The opportunity to provide cutting edge seniors’ care has never been more within reach. Worldwide, there is a movement to take better care of aging adults, and this is reflected in exciting technology, design and conceptual communities which flip the notion of what it is to age on its head. Seniors’ issues include more than just better healthcare coverage. They’re about more than beds for long-term care, more money for careproviders and the obvious need for updating older seniors’ facilities with sprinklers and other mobility-related accommodations so that people who don’t move as easily as they once did. They’re also about more than providing inhome supports and retrofits to allow seniors to “age-in-place.” Overdue conversation Those of us in the industry who are committed to providing quality seniors’ housing and care — many of whom also deal with the reality of aging parents — believe there is a long overdue conversation that Canadians should be having with their families. It’s also a conversation our
governments should be having with every single one of us, because most of us will live longer than generations past and therefore will need greater supports. These discussions should be based on having all of the options and information available for our aging seniors. Those should include the more appropriate goal of “aging in the right place.” When most people think of seniors’ care, they skip a step or two. They might think resentfully of the hospital bed being taken up by a senior who is waiting for appropriate supports to be able to go home or to some draconian long-term care institution. Thinking about end-of-life quickly moves us to think of something else, and so we cling to the notion of staying in the family home as the best place to be. This may not be true for all. Unfortunately, statistics and surveys describe a sometimes different reality, where seniors living alone wait for the kids to call, become isolated, depressed and under-nourished. For many elderly, living the dream of aging-in-place can instead mean their world becomes a seniors’ Bermuda triangle: moving alone from the bedroom to the fridge, the TV and back. The home that once worked for the family may not exactly be fulfilling or suitable as we age. Most people’s notions of seniors’ care facilities are outdated. These outdated notions may also
not reflect the value of the supports that are available in congregate living. Not one-stop-fits-all Seniors’ housing options are no longer just one-stop-fits-all. The move to ‘supportive living,’ for example, can offer greater safety, more balanced meals, increased access to home care, and engagement with a vital social community. Eventually, when the time is right and when it’s needed, there is also full support available in the senior housing sector. All of these may be more finely tuned, responsive, efficient, cost effective and, most importantly, appropriate housing options for seniors than staying in the family home. An industry of professionals are organized, armed with research, prepared and excited to assist in providing better housing and care for aging Canadians. Seniors’ issues may not be the squeaky wheel that drives the revenue of our economy. If not supported, however, it will drive costs. For the growing number of seniors and for those with an aging family member, we need to keep the foot on the pedal. Arlene Adamson is CEO of Silvera for Seniors, a charitable non-profit organization which provides homes to more than 1,500 lower-income seniors. © 2015 Distributed by Troy Media
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Assault charges laid following physical dispute in Sylvan Lake home
Sylvan Lake RCMP responded to the following calls between May 30 and June 5: May 30 2:25 a.m. – RCMP received a 911 call to attend
an address on 47th Avenue in Sylvan Lake. A small fire was reported after a can of shaving cream was set ablaze in the middle of the street. The Sylvan Lake Fire Department attended and quickly extinguished the fire without incident. There was no damage to any property in the vicinity. 1:14 p.m. – A complaint of mischief to mailboxes in Lacombe County was reported to police. RCMP were called to Range Road 22 at Township Road 400 after reports of damage to three large green mailboxes with several mailbox locks cut off. The incident remains under investiga-
tion. 10:55 p.m. – A large house party on Lakeview Crescent in Sylvan Lake resulted in RCMP attendance. A large group of youths was reported to be drinking at a residence. The party was shut down and parents were notified. One youth was arrested and received a fine under the Gaming and Liquor Act. May 31 12:56 a.m. – RCMP attended an address on 45 Street Crescent in Sylvan Lake after a report of a domestic argument. Members attended and spoke to a cab driver who advised that he transported
a female to Sylvan Lake from a bar in Red Deer where a verbal altercation had ensued with her boyfriend. Upon arriving at the residence, the dispute continued and the male kicked the cab before the driver left the area and contacted police. An investigation is continuing. 1:54 a.m. – Fire crews and RCMP were called to Steffie Woima Elementary School after a report of a dumpster fire at that location. A wooden garbage can was set ablaze and destroyed. Fortunately, there was no further damage as crews had quickly extinguished the fire. The cause remains under investigation. 6:10 a.m. – A call was received of a male lying on the ground near the train tracks on 50th Street at 50A Avenue in Sylvan Lake. Police attended and located the male who was heavily intoxicated. The male’s
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physical condition was checked and he was safely transported to his residence. 5:33 p.m. – RCMP attended Sylvan Storage on Township Road 392 to investigate a report of theft. The owner advised that two dirt bikes and a number of tools had been stolen after locks were cut on the back doors of an Easy Hauler trailer. An investigation continues. 9:25 p.m. – A disturbance on Lakeshore Drive in Sylvan Lake involving a group of people was reported to RCMP. Four females and three males, all from Edmonton, were located near the boardwalk and were arrested for fighting in public and public intoxication. All were transported to cells and lodged until sober. Violation tickets were also issued. June 1 1:06 a.m. – Two youths are facing fines after a complaint was received of suspicious males in the vicinity of 44th Street in Sylvan Lake. Two males were observed driving along a back alley and stopping to check other vehicles. The suspect vehicle was located and a suspension was issued to the GDL driver. Violation tickets were issued for minors possessing and consuming alcohol as well as having alcohol within easy access in a vehicle. The vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. 9:55 a.m. – Vandalism to local businesses in Sylvan Lake was reported to police. The Barber Shop and the
Whole Show Studio along 50th Street were targeted by graffiti. Anyone who has information on those responsible is being asked to contact Sylvan Lake RCMP. 8:26 p.m. – A male is facing charges in relation to a physical dispute at a residence in Sylvan Lake. RCMP were dispatched to 46th Avenue where the owner of a residence was taking possession and found a group of people inside the home. A 29-yearold male attempted to force a 55-year-old female out of the residence at which time a 33-year-old female and a 35-year-old male intervened. As a result, a 29-yearold male is facing two counts of assault. 10:47 p.m. – A traffic stop on Highway 11 near Eckville resulted in charges. A 48-year-old male from Eckville was stopped on his motorcycle for speeding and exhibited signs of intoxication. A roadside screening device was utilized. As a result, the male is charged with impaired driving; having a blood alcohol level over .08; and speeding. June 4 3:14 a.m. – RCMP attended a dispute on Hinshaw Drive in Sylvan Lake. A 24-year-old male advised police that he had been assaulted by his intoxicated roommate. The male did not wish to provide a statement and did not wish to proceed with charges. A 26-year-old male was subsequently arrested for public intoxication and was lodged in cells until sober.
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REMEMBER YOUR ORIGINAL CALL Events in one’s life or circumstances of everyday experiences may blur or stifle visions and missions if care is not taken. Zeal and focus needed to execute assignments may be weakened by unnecessary distractions, obstacles, or too much comfort. This was the situation that the early followers of Jesus Christ encountered within the first few years of their existence. They were contented with breaking of bread and sharing everything they had with the less privileged among them. They were complacent and relaxed in their comfort zone. Soon, disaffection was expressed by the Hellenists on the modalities for distributing daily food, which eventually resulted in the ordination of the first deacons for service among the brethren, (Acts 6:1-7). At this point, the early Christians seemed to have forgotten or neglected the injunction of Christ “Go, therefore, make disciples of all nation; baptise them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit”, (Mt. 28:19). In order to forestall further derailment from their original mission and call (Acts 1:5-8), God allowed the first persecution of Christians to begin under the watch of Saul of Tarsus. “That day a bitter persecution started against the church in
Jerusalem, and everyone except the apostles scattered to the country districts of Judea and Samaria”, (Acts 8:1). All the believers carried the good news to every part of the world they travelled to because of persecution, thus, they were pushed out from their comfort zone. They did not deny Christ because of the hardship they were encountering, instead, they continued to express the marvellous deeds of the Lord. Philip went to Samaria, and preached to the Ethiopian eunuch, who eventually was the first baptized Christian from Africa (Acts 8:26-40). Our life circumstances may change, job may change, health situations may change, family situations may change, relationships may change, financial situations may change, but it may be for some purpose. God may be speaking to us in the midst of those vicissitudes of life. We may never comprehend why certain things happen in our lives unless we make out time to relax and reflect on our vision and original call. This summer is a great opportunity to have quiet time as we enjoy nature. Fr. Gabriel Udeh Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Sylvan Lake
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JASMINE O’HALLORAN–HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Administrative staff have been appointed for Sylvan Lake’s new Kindergarten-to-Grade 8 school set to open in the fall of 2016. Chinook’s Edge School Division recently named Trevor Sanche as principal of the yet-unnamed school, and Alexandra Lambert as vice principal. The school will be located on Beacon Hill and have capacity for 500 students. Both teachers said they are excited about starting their new positions, and both envision an educational atmosphere where collaborative teaching is the main focus. As such, teaching practices and education quality are improved, said Sanche. “Our highest leverage strategy in improving teaching practice is the collaborative approach where teachers are working together to plan and improve their practice with regards to how they teach and how children learn,” he said.
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“All the teachers and staff will have to work together to find the best research and let that drive our practice.” Alexandra Lambert Lambert has the same point of view and said that everyone needs to work together toward the same goal. She said the school’s atmosphere needs to be learningfocused. “All the teachers and staff will have to work together to find the best research and let that drive our practice,” Lambert said. Sanche lives in the town’s surrounding area and has 23 years of teaching experience, with about 15 of those years spent in administrative positions. He currently teaches Grade 6 at Penhold School. He describes himself as being very people-oriented, and has a strong belief in teamwork. “I believe in building strong teams where everyone is valued, including children and parents,” he said. He added he is excited to be a part of the new school and take it forward into the future. “It will be exciting to come in at ground level, and not just help out in the building of a new school, but think through the vision of what we could do with the school,” he said. Lambert, a Sylvan Lake resident, has been a teacher for seven years, and currently teaches science at HJ Cody School. Being the vice principal for the new school will be Lambert’s first administrative position. She described her new role as being a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.” “It’s a beautiful school that’s being built with the most current research in mind in terms of how children learn best,” she said. “I am in the field of education because I love children, education and learning.”
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Town seeking residents’ input on important projects The Town of Sylvan Lake is inviting residents to provide input for two important ongoing projects. A Land Use Bylaw (LUB) review is currently underway, and residents are being asked to provide input through an online survey. All land within Sylvan Lake is regulated through the use and development of the LUB. The LUB is also used when implementing policies of various plans, including the Sylvan Lake Municipal Development Plan, Area Redevelopment Plans and Area Structure Plans. Questions on the survey are divided into sections such as residential and commercial and industrial. Topics centre on anything from secondary suites and backyard hen keeping to electronic signage and the presence of brew pubs in town. A second online survey seeks Sylvan Lake residents’
input on the Town’s Transportation Master Plan. The plan will eventually result in a document that will provide guidelines for the future development of transportation networks in town. The plan is being created to ensure preparation for the town’s 30,000 population anticipated by 2039. The five-minute survey seeks Sylvan Lake residents’ thoughts on existing transportation networks and what they’d like to see added in the future. It also ask questions pertaining to residents’ current travel patterns and frequently visited destinations. The LUB survey and the Transportation Master Plan survey are both accessible on the Town’s webpage (sylvanlake.ca) under the ‘What’s Happening’ link. Further details on both projects is available at sylvanlake.ca/projects.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS Committee of the Whole July 2, 2015 Municipal Government Building 6:00 pm
MPC Meeting July 20, 2015 Municipal Government Building 6:00 pm
Please obey all construction signage and follow the detour route as required. Local businesses remain open and accessible. Please contact Jeremy Mathers at C.N. Rail with your questions or concerns at 403.350.1830.
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WASTE COLLECTION NOTICE - CANADA DAY If your regular waste collection day is Wednesday, July 1 (Canada Day) the garbage, yard/kitchen waste, and recycling will be collected as scheduled.
The Waste Transfer site will be closed on Wednesday, July 1 (Canada Day). The Waste Transfer site is open on Monday to Saturday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. exclusive of statutory holidays. The facility is located 1 kilometer east of the round-about on Highway 11A and .5 kilometers south on RR12.
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Additional information regarding the mandates of the Boards & Committees and application forms can be found on our website at www.sylvanlake.ca or by contacting Mary Rose at the Town Office 403.887.2141. Please forward a letter of interest with relevant information and completed application form by Monday, June 18, 2015 to: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 48 Avenue Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 Attention: Mary Rose Or via e-mail to: mrose@sylvanlake.ca
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The Breathe Easy initiative aims to change that and educate town residents on the potential health risks arising from vehicle idling. Of the Sylvan Lake resident who took part in a recent survey, 67 per cent noted pollution and poor air quality as their primary concern with vehicle idling, 53 per cent cited environmental impact, and 48 per cent said health and wellbeing. As part of the initiative,
town residents are encouraged to go online and find out the effects of vehicle idling, as well as how they can play a role in minimizing it. Information is available at sylvanlake.ca/ programming/breatheasy. The development of the initiative earned the Town recognition from PAMZ, who earlier this month presented the Town with an Actions for a Healthy Environment by Reducing Ozone award. - FULLARTON
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Responsible for providing direct service to the general public and development community regarding land development within the parameters of the Municipal Government Act, Municipal Development Plan, Land Use Bylaw, Areas Structure Plans, outline plans and Town policy and practices. Respond to inquiries from the public, developers, and builders regarding planning and development control matters. Utilize the LUB to process and render decisions where authorized on development permit and building permit applications and present recommendations to the Development Authority. Prepare reports, make recommendations, support and/or provide guidance and deliver presentations to the Municipal Planning Commission (MPC), Council and Subdivision and Development Appeal Board. Liaise interdepartmentally with RCMP and other Enforcement and Bylaw Agencies, the public, developers for site specific development, redevelopment through personal meetings, phone conversations, letters and e-mail interaction. Continual interaction with Contracted Building Inspectors on matters pertaining to the Alberta Building Code. Administer, monitor and enforcement of the Land Use Bylaw and follow through with investigation of complaints that are LUB related. This position is the Appointed Designated Officer responsible for the preparation and execution of Stop Work Orders in accordance with the Municipal Government Act which includes registration and discharges of Orders at Land Titles Office using Spin II. Provide effective negotiations relative to enforcement issues with professionals and the public at large.
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Post-secondary training in land use planning or related discipline, including completion of or registration in the Land Use Planning Certification Program; 3 years or more experience in development or related field; Solid understanding of appropriate legislative framework, development processes and the Municipal Government Act. Develops, implements, and maintains high standards of excellence in customer service to meet and exceed customer expectations, both internal and external, with an emphasis on tact and diplomacy.
The ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to a wide audience including Federal, Provincial, and Municipal Government departments, businesses, organizations, developers, citizens and town staff; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Proven record of positive interaction with all internal and external customers. Ability to multi-task and effective in planning, organizing and prioritizing work to produce measurable results; Familiarity with the online Land Titles information and registry system (Spin II) Proficient computer skills and training in computer applications (internet access and electronic communication; and understanding of computer security and the ability to use programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher, and the Town’s GIS system).. Active member of the Alberta Development Officer’s Association;
This is a terrific opportunity to work in a professional, team focused environment. You have a strong desire to be major contributor to the success of a vibrant and growing organization. If you are up to the challenge of taking ownership and wanting to make a difference, this is an ideal situation. We offer competitive rates and an excellent benefits package, including a wellness component. If this position intrigues you, please submit your resume in confidence specifying which position you are applying for, before July 5, 2015 to: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 Attention: Human Resources Fax: (403) 887-3660, E-mail: dscott@sylvanlake.ca
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Receives all planning & development incoming calls, customer service at front counter and cash receipting of departmental fees. Liaise between customer and staff on public inquires relative to the Land Use Bylaw. Available to the public for all inquiries relating to Planning & Development and help assist customers with the appropriate forms for building permits & development permits. Maintain and track all building permits that are paid (fees collected include development and building permit fees, development deposit, and Safety Codes monies (Provincial remittance). Provide back –up to the assistant Development Officer on permitted use development/building permits (houses, decks, garages & basement developments), preparation of MPC Agendas and minute taking. Provide back-up assistance to the cemeteries function and secondary backup to licensing. General day to day duties including filing, faxing, photocopying, typing letters, binding documents, mail outs, call outs, supply orders, and travel arrangements as required by dept.
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Grade 12 (Mandatory) complimented with a certificate from approved business/college is an asset Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel General knowledge of accounting processes. Minimum 3 years, preferably in a Municipal setting, is required. Possess exceptional multitasking skills and the ability to successfully manage multiple duties. Ability to work independently and be part of a team Exceptional internal & external customer service skills
This is a terrific opportunity to work in a professional, team focused environment. You have a strong desire to be major contributor to the success of a vibrant and growing organization. If you are up to the challenge of taking ownership and wanting to make a difference, this is an ideal situation. We offer competitive rates and an excellent benefits package, including a wellness component. If this position intrigues you, please submit your resume in confidence specifying which position you are applying for, before June 21, 2015 to: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 Attention: Human Resources Fax: (403) 887-3660, E-mail: dscott@sylvanlake.ca For further details, please review this posting on our website: www.sylvanlake.ca
Open House NOTICE OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITY Transportation Master Plan – ONLINE SURVEY We WANT to hear from you! As part of the Transportation Master Plan the Town is conducting an online survey to collect valuable information on how you travel in and around Sylvan Lake, your thoughts on the existing state of transportation, and what you would like to see considered in the development of future transportation networks. Please complete the online survey by June 22, 2015 http://SylvanLake.TMP.sgizmo.com/s3/ Study information, as well as a link to an online survey for the study, will be available on the Town website. Alternatively you can contact David Brand at dbrand@sylvanlake.ca or 403-887-2141 for more information. www.sylvanlake.ca/projects
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Water restrictions relaxed With local water reservoirs now back to an adequate level, water usage restrictions put in place by the Town last week have been relaxed. The Town’s regular water conservation policy is now back in effect, with an odd/even
system that sees building numbers correspond with days on which outside water may be used (odd-numbered buildings on odd-numbered days, even-numbered buildings on even-numbered days). Outside water use between
noon and 7 p.m. is prohibited on any day of the week. The policy includes exceptions for hand watering, which may be carried out on gardens and flowers on any day of the week, and new sod, which may be watered daily for a maximum of six weeks, but not within the prohibited hours.
To assist in conservation efforts, the Town recommends making use of rain barrels to help collect rain water that can be reused, taking shorter show-
ers and washing laundry and dishes only when loads are at full capacity. The Town on Monday said its staff along with members of
Municipal Enforcement would keep a close eye on the community in the near future to ensure the policy’s regulations were being met. - FULLARTON
PROUDLY PRESENTED BY: SYLVAN LAKE PHARMACY The Community Calendar is an open bulletin board for non-profit community groups running free events open to the general public. Submissions must be received by Monday at 4 p.m. and should be kept as concise as possible. We will edit for content and length. We strive to publish all submissions we receive, however, due to the number of items or space availability, we are not able to guarantee publication. If you need to be sure your message runs, we suggest you place your message in the Classified section. Deliver submissions to our office at Suite 103, 5020 50A St., Sylvan Lake, fax to 1-403-887-2081 (TollFree 1-888-999-2081) or email to editor@sylvanlakenews.com. Be certain to include dates, times and contact information..
Special Events Sunday, June 21 - Fathers Day Pancake Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Sylvan Lake Legion (4916 50th Avenue). Proceeds to support Sylvan Lake Community Partners. Wednesday, June 24 - Sylvan Lake Seniors Bus to River Cree Casino Edmonton, leaves 8:30 a.m. Phone Joan at 403-887-7614. Friday, June 26 - Sylvan Lake Seniors Association taking bus to Trochu Arboretum and Gardens. Simply enjoy relaxing, walking about and appreciating the beautiful gardens. Lunch at Sweet Grass Cafe, noon-1 p.m. Cost: $10 for bus plus own money for lunch. Bus leaves at 10 a.m. Deadline to register: June 19. Call Maryan at 403-887-5428. Saturday, June 27 - TD Summer Reading Carnival Kick-Off, 1-2 p.m. on the lawn beside the Sylvan Lake Municipal Library. Children of all ages are invited to bring their families to participate in celebrating the start of summer at the library. Enjoy snacks, refreshments and lots of fun carnival games! During the party, children can pick up their reading kits, which includes a reading log, stickers and a fun activity so you can continue to play all summer long! Wednesday, July 1 - Spruce View and District Canada Day Celebration at Spruce View Community Hall. Pancake breakfast, parade, concession and fireworks. Come have a wonderful day of fun and celebration! Saturday, July 4 - Benalto Booster Club’s 9th annual Tailgate Sale, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Pro Rodeo Day. Book a spot now for only $10, then tell your friends to
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come shopping! Phone Benalto Store for info at 403-746-3775. Friday, July 10 - The Man Van will be at the Sylvan Lake Farmers Market between 4-7:30 p.m. offering free baseline PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) blood tests to men over the age of 40. The PSA test is a simple blood test that helps in the early detection of prostate cancer. Visit www. getchecked.ca. for more information. Thursday, July 23 - Join us at the Dickson Store Museum for Thrilling Thursday from 1-4 p.m. Rain or shine. Come out and enjoy games, crafts and other fun activities. No registration necessary. For more information, call 403728-3355. Sunday, July 26 - Come join us for the sixth annual Sunday Afternoon at the Dickson Store Museum at 2 p.m. Music, one-act play, refreshments and goodies. Everyone welcome! Fun for all! For info, call 403-728-3355..
Support Programs Sylvan Lake AA meetings take place Tuesdays 7:30 pm Lions Hall; Sundays 8 pm Presbyterian Church (north door). For more information call male 403-8874470, 403-588-5491 or female 403-8874297. Sylvan Lake Al-Anon (for families and friends of alcoholics) 8 pm Sundays, Presbyterian Church (north door). Contact Kathy 403-887-4470 or Robyn 403-8872961. Mondays - Griefshare at Alliance Community Church, 7-9 p.m. Help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family members or friends. 4404 47 Ave. Sylvan Lake. Call 403-8878811 for info. Narcotics Anonymous meetings Thursday nights 7:30 pm Sylvan Lake Bethany Care, 4700 47th Ave.
Weekly Events Mondays - Toastmasters Sylvan’s Slick Speakers meeting at Sylvan Lake Alliance Church, 4404 47 Ave. from 7-8:15 pm. Club is open to everyone wishing to improve communication and leadership skills. For information, call Ian Oostindie 403-887-0968. At the Seniors Centre: Mondays-Wii bowling; Tuesdays-Men’s Yoga, Exercise Class, Drop In Scrabble/Games; Tuesday nightdrop in crib; Wednesdays-lunches, Bible Study; Thursdays-Bingo; Fridays-Yoga. Thursdays - Sylvan Lake Seniors Bus to Red Deer. Pick-up starts at 9:15 am. Returning to Sylvan 1 p.m. from Parkland Mall. Call 403-864-2230 for more info. Thursdays - Community Bingo at Sylvan
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Lake Seniors’ Centre. Precall at 6:30, bingo starts at 7 pm. Canteen opens 5:30 pm. Fridays - Meat draw at the Sylvan Lake Legion beginning at 6:30 p.m. Steak BBQ held in conjunction through summer.
Monthly Events First Sunday every month - Sylvan Lake Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary breakfast at the Legion. 4916 50 Ave. 9 am to 1 pm. Everyone welcome. First Wednesday every month. 55+ Club Pot Luck and Jam at Sylvan Lake Legion, 12 noon. $2 admission. First Wednesday every month - The first Wednesday of every month is devoted to teen art projects at the Library! Everything from baked clay art to graffiti! 4-5 p.m. See you there!
Volunteers Wanted Volunteers are required for Friends of the Library committee. Do you enjoy the library? Would you like to make a difference? We are looking for enthusiastic friends to support the library in many different ways. Please join us and have fun, meet like-minded people, volunteer and feel good about supporting a service that benefits everyone in the community! Call Debbie at 403-887-0968. Are you organized and dedicated and want to be part of a great team? Veterans Voices of Canada is now searching for volunteers to fill a variety of volunteer positions within our organization. Be a part of our upcoming annual events and tributes such as our Veteran Appreciation Day and Flags of Remembrance. Also needed are interview transcribers and committee members. Help us in our mission of keeping history alive by volunteering with us. Thanks in advance. Contact us at info@ vetvoicecan.org.
Groups & Activities C.H.I.P.S. - Children’s Indoor playspace is a non-structured playtime for children 0-5 years old. Riding, climbing and bouncing toys provided and parents and caregivers can socialize. Mondays 9-11 am; Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30-11:30 am; Thursdays 12:30-2:30 pm. at the community centre. Contact Kari for info, 403392-0323. Sylvan Lake Quilters Guild meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at the Seniors Centre at 7 p.m. New members are welcome. For information, please contact Joyce Thrush at 403-8873287.
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Child’s Play! 10AM-4PM
Let your little ones bounce for joy FREE. South end of the pier, the Rotary Club of Sylvan Lake will be hosting a children’s play area with large bouncy toys. As well as Rotary Club booths doing Canada Day face painting, fake tattoos and celebratory flags to hand out.
Raise the Flag I:30 PM
“ Special Flag Ceremony” at Lion’s Park celebrating the 50 Year Anniversary of the Canadian Flag. Wear your red and white!
March of Canadians 2PM
(Immediately following the Flag Raising) Join the parade. Directly following the Flag Ceremony residents of all ages, led by the Royal Canadian Legion colour party and the Innisfail Pipe and Drum Band, will march to the pier at Sylvan Lake Provincial Park.
Canada’s Birthday Cake Celebration 2:30 PM
Mayor Sean McIntyre and M.L.A. Don MacIntyre, assisted by R.C.M.P. Officers in red serge, will lead in the singing of ‘Happy Birthday, Canada” and the distribution of a giant Canada Day birthday cake.
The Johnny Thorson Banjo Express 2:40PM & 3:40 PM
What’s a party without music? Jazz at the Lake fans will recognize this Dixieland band. They will be playing down by the pier. Bring a lawn chair and join the party.
MaKami College Inc. Massage Event 11AM to 11PM
Drop by the MaKami College tent by Lakeshore Drive and Centennial St. Book a time for a massage provided by 2nd year students Advanced Clinical Massage Therapy program. Over thirty students providing the service, we welcome all to enjoy a relaxing massage. And yes it’s FREE!
The Great Duck Race 4PM
Take a chance on a rubber duck! Bukwildz on Lakeshore Drive is the location for this event. Your $10 ticket to join the fun could make you the winner of three cash prizes up to $1000. All proceeds go the Rotary Club and will be used to provide scholarships for local kids.
Fireworks and Boat Parade 11PM
After dark it’s time to head for the lakeshore. Boaters take to the water forming a little illuminated flotilla of sail boats, kayaks, and speed boats. Whether you are on land or water you are going to see spectacular fireworks against the beautiful backdrop of Sylvan Lake.
We wish to recognize the finacial support of Canadian Heritage and The Town of Sylvan Lake. Thank you for helping us make this possible!
First steps taken in construction of new lighthouse Last Friday marked a significant step toward the appearance of a new, yet nostalgically-familiar landmark in Sylvan Lake with the installation of support piles for the new Sylvan Lake Lighthouse. Nilsson Contracting of Pigeon Lake installed eight support piles at the lighthouse’s construction site on the north side of the Marina. The milestone marked a major milestone for the Lighthouse Project, following “months of planning and engineering,” according to Jack Van Delden of the Sylvan Lake Rotary Club, which, with support from the Town of Sylvan Lake, is spearheading the project. The project is being funded through municipal and provincial government grants,
as well as donations and sponsorships from individuals and businesses from within the community. A personalized brick program has also contributed funds, and will continue for several weeks longer. Through it, bricks can be purchased in a variety of denominations, and personalized with names and messages. More information on the fundraiser is available by contacting Susan Samson at 403887-3387 or at susamson56@gmail.com. Construction on the actual lighthouse will take place this summer. The lighthouse will sit in the publicly-accessible Lighthouse Park, which will also feature sitting and viewing areas and a trail. - FULLARTON
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1913Days The Red Deer Royals were one of several groups that gave the 1913 Days parade a musical flair on Saturday. STUART FULLARTON
Plenty of community members stopped by the Sylvan Lake Municipal Library to shop for books during the Friends of the Sylvan Lake Library’s Book Sale on Saturday. The sale brought JASMINE O’HALLORAN–HAN in over $1,300 in support of the library.
NexSource Power’s parade entry was a true team effort as its participants made their way along the parade route on this large bike. STUART FULLARTON
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On stage
- Members of the École HJ Cody School choir, under the direction of Kerry Heisler, perform for an audience of family and friends at the Red Deer College Mainstage June 5. The choir’s performance was followed by a performance by the school’s concert band, while students’ artistic abilities were further displayed through an art exhibit in the lobby. STUART FULLARTON
Motor vehicle thefts on the rise Motor vehicle theft rates in Sylvan Lake more than doubled between 2010 and 2014, according to Sylvan Lake RCMP, who last week released crime statistics comparing crime in the two years. Statistics show vehicle thefts sat at 31 in 2010, and increased to 76 in 2014. They, along with theft under $5,000 — which increased to 294 from 255 in the same period of time — grew more significantly than any other crime. “These are both crimes that the public can assist the police in reducing,” said Sylvan Lake RCMP Sgt. Jeff McBeth. “Ensure you are not leaving vehicles or shed and garage doors unlocked, and never leave your vehicle running unattended, or leave valuables in the vehicle.” “It’s unfortunate, but criminals are constantly on the lookout for these easy targets, and they can be in your vehicle and gone again in moments.” The Sylvan Lake RCMP became part of a regional Priority Crimes Task Force in October 2014. Since
then, the Task Force’s participating detachments have increased communication with the public regarding area criminal activity.
“It’s unfortunate, but criminals are constantly on the lookout for these easy targets, and they can be in your vehicle and gone again in moments.” Sgt. Jeff McBeth The increased presence of such dialogue, according to Sylvan Lake RCMP, often leads people to believe crime is on the rise. Statistics comparing crime in 2010 and 2014 were released last week in an
effort to shed some light on areas of both growth and decline. Areas explored included break-and-enter (43 in 2010, 46 in 2014), theft over $5,000 (8 in 2010, 11 in 2014), mischief to property (257 in 2010, 271 in 2014), uttering threats (36 in 2010, 47 in 2014), arson (5 in 2010, 0 in 2014) and Criminal Code traffic offences (195 in 2010, 141 in 2014). According to the Sylvan Lake RCMP, much public interest has been generated through the Task Force’s many recent success stories, in which a number of prolific offenders have been apprehended. Members of the public are encouraged to be equally as vigilant, and to ensure their vehicles and belongings remain inaccessible to criminals. Other participating detachments in the Task Force include Blackfalds, Innisfail and Red Deer. Together, Task Force members aim to reduce criminal activity to ensure area communities remain safe. - FULLARTON
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Eat and Greet
- Sylvan Lake Mayor Sean McIntyre chats with Bill Russell during Sylvan Lake Town Council’s Eat and Greet at Leader Field last Wednesday. The event allowed town residents to enjoy a free barbecue while chatting with Town Councillors and learning about new and ongoing projects such as the NexSource Centre — plans for which are pictured here in the background. JASMINE O’HALLORAN–HAN
Arrest made in Amanda Lindhout kidnapping A man was arrested last week for his alleged role in the 2008 kidnapping of Amanda Lindhout in Somalia. RCMP in Ottawa last Friday announced that Ali Omar Ader had been arrested in Ottawa on June 11 — five-and-a-half years after Lindhout, a native of Sylvan Lake, was released following 15 months of being held hostage in Somalia. It’s not clear how Ader ended up in Canada, although police said last week that the arrest was made following an extensive investigation referred to as Project Slype. Lindhout responded to the news through her Facebook page last Friday, saying she was “stunned” to have learned of Ader’s arrest. “For more than five years now, I’ve met regularly with a team of investigators from the RCMP as they’ve worked on this case. They’ve been confident all along that they would eventually make an arrest, though it was always clear they were facing difficult and dangerous conditions. I’m not sure I ever quite believed it would happen,” she wrote.
Lindhout said she was contacted several hours after the arrest by an RCMP officer who asked if she was sitting down. She said her knees gave out upon hearing the news, and she began to thank the several RCMP officials who were on the line. “I told them that night how proud I felt to be Canadian. I was, and always will be, humbled by the fact the RCMP has worked so hard on my case all these years, never wavering in its pursuit of my kidnappers.” RCMP Assistant Commissioner James Malizia in a statement last Friday commended Lindhout and Australian citizen Nigel Brennan — with whom Lindhout was taken — for their role in the investigation that led to Ader’s arrest. “I wish to acknowledge Ms. Lindhout and Mr. Brennan, and their families, for their tremendous courage and for providing witness statements that greatly assisted in advancing the investigation,” he said. “This arrest is a testament to the investigative team’s perseverance, and I wish to thank them for their excellent work.” - FULLARTON
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urgent care back to the fore. ‘Golf for Urgent Care’ is being organized by the Sylvan Lake and Area Urgent Care Committee for August 14 at Meadowlands Golf Club. The event will act as a fundraiser for urgent care, with proceeds going toward the eventual purchase of medical equipment. But with the recent loss of a pre-election promise of urgent care, the tournament is about much more than raising money, according to Urgent Care Committee chair Susan Samson. Rather, she feels it will give the community a chance to rally once again behind a crucial cause. “I think everybody was so excited back in March, and now that excitement is not there,” she said. “If we have 144 golfers out, that’s 144 more people we can talk to, and you get the conversation rolling again.” Samson said talks surrounding urgent care have been ongoing between members of the committee, Sylvan Lake Mayor Sean McIntyre and InnisfailSylvan Lake MLA Don MacIntyre. The aim is to bring the matter to the attention of the province’s newly-elected government, and to find
out whether the pre-election promise of an urgent care facility still holds any validity. That task, Samson feels, would be carried out most effectively through joint lobbying with the the Town of Beaverlodge and the City of Airdrie, who were also part of a pre-election urgent care announcement. As of earlier this week, she said, plans were in place to have MLA MacIntyre and MLAs of other stakeholder areas discuss the matter with provincial health minister Sarah Hoffman, and to invite her to visit the area to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the matter. “I think you often don’t understand what’s happening on the ground unless you’re here and get a sense of what the community is, how busy the beach can be on a nice day and how large the surrounding area is,” said Samson. Work carried out by the committee and the community over the past several years is still very much valid, she added. “What we feel very strongly about is the work has been done,” she said. “The feasibility studies, the needs assessment, the discussion with the various
interested parties within our communities — everybody from Victim Services, RCMP, fire, mental health workers, social workers — we’ve had discussions with them all. The business plan has been done ... and so what we have to do is raise that awareness with the new government.” Tickets and sponsorships for the golf tournament in August are now available. Registration can be completed online at donate.dthealthtrust.com/ sylvangolf, and sponsorship information may be obtained by contacting Klaas Van Veller at 403887-3776, or at kvanveller@yahoo.ca. “(The golf tournament) gives us a real opportunity to get back front and centre,” said Samson. “If the province doesn’t recognize the need in Sylvan Lake, then we have to ramp it up amongst our citizens, and to do that they need to be aware of where we are at right now.” To date, about $66,000 has been raised toward the purchase of medical equipment for an anticipated urgent care facility. Organizers of the golf tournament have set a $20,000 fundraising target for that event.
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22 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Leukemia sur vivor Michael Arthur leads École Steffie Woima School students to Centennial Park in the fourth annual Steffie Kids Marathon last Thursday. JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN
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Arthur leads Steffie Kids Marathon JASMINE O’HALLORAN–HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
École Steffie Woima School students participated in the fourth annual Steffie Kids Marathon last Thursday, led by the school’s heroic leukemia survivor, 11-year-old Michael Arthur.
“It’s exciting to lead the marathon.” Michael Arthur
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wore an orange T-shirt to support for Arthur’s recent battle against cancer. Wearing an orange T-shirt himself, Arthur confidently led the whole school down to Centennial Park on his bicycle. “It’s exciting to lead the marathon,” Arthur said. “I have mixed emotions about this. I feel happy.” After spending months undergoing chemotherapy, Arthur has completed all his treatments and is now in remission. “There are no more cancer cells visible in my body,” Arthur said with a smile. Life is getting back to normal for Arthur. He has recently rejoined his Grade 5 class and has gotten back into playing hockey again. After leading everyone to the finish line, Arthur caught up with his friends and teacher and danced to the songs Cadillac Ranch and YMCA. It was clear that Arthur’s friends were happy to see him participate in school activities. Each marathon participant received a Steffie Kids Marathon 2015 medal at the finish line, while a number of prizes were also handed out.
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Boathouse was an important part of Sylvan Lake
JEAN BRIDGE SYLVAN LAKE AND DISTRICT ARCHIVES SOCIETY
The following article and accompanying pictures were submitted by the Sylvan Lake and District Archives Society as part of a series celebrating the society’s 20 years of existence this year. The Archives Society is open to the public every Tuesday and Thursday from noon to 4 p.m. at its new location in the lower level of the town’s Municipal Government Building.
The first boathouse on Sylvan Lake was owned by two farmers from Penhold, Bowman and Wilson, and run by Joe McCluskey, an former sailor and a bachelor. ‘Old’ Joe, as he was called, entertained the village male youths with his stories while whittling
away making outdoor furniture from native dogwood to sell to the cottagers. He always had some scheme afoot, like the 20-foot double decker scow he built with the idea of holding dances on the upper deck, but it was never very sea-worthy. (As
told by Jack Peach in ‘Reflections of Sylvan Lake’) In 1925 or 1926, J.P. Simpson, a C.P.R. station agent from Penhold, purchased the boathouse and put his sons to work running it. In 1928, this building was hauled out of town
and replaced by a larger facility adjacent to the new W.I. Piers. At the boathouse one could buy snacks at the concession booth, rent outboard motor boats, canoes and, as well, bathing suits. There were so many people anxious to go
swimming that they would rent still-wet bathing suits, not yet dry from the previous user. The “going” charge for renting a boat was 50 cents for the first hour, 25 cents for any additional hours, or $2 for the day. A yearly chore was was the painting and repairing
of as many as 50 boats, to keep them in good condition. (As told by his son Max in ‘Reflections of Sylvan Lake’) By 1979, after more than 50 years, the boathouse had outlived its usefulness and was dismantled.
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Sylvan Lake Minor Hockey Association unveils new logo Sylvan Lake Minor Hockey Association (SLMHA) will have a new
look in the 2015/16 season after branding and logo updates were announced
earlier this week. SLMHA last implemented logo and jersey changes in
fall 2007. The need for a new look, according to President Blair Mack, was “way overdue.” “This has been in the works for quite some time,” he said. “It has been eight years since the association has updated its look, and we felt the timing was right.” Jon Gulayets, who chaired the committee leading the re-branding, described the process as a “labour of love” for those involved with it. “It took many hours, ideas and designers, but we couldn’t be happier with the final product,” he said. “It speaks
about our game, our community and our nation.” Gulayets commended graphic artist and design challenge winner Jason Villanti of Redpin Designs for his work on the project. Without it, Gulayets said, the “project was not possible.” “Jason was great to work with as his creativity, designs and work ethic were exceptional.” New-look jerseys featuring the new logo have already been ordered, with jerseys for some age divisions set to arrive slightly later than others. - FULLARTON
Sylvan Lake Minor Hockey Association’s new logo has been unveiled. The logo is shown here as it will appear on the Lakers’ new white home jerseys. On their black away jerseys, a red border will circle it. SUBMITTED
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- Sylvan Meadows Adventist School students were honoured to have some special guests visit them on May 27. Fred Johannson of the Sylvan Lake Lions Club and his wife Lavillia brought Tish Lecour and her guide dog Adam to meet them, and to help them with their studies on senses and hearing and sound. Students learned that dogs like Adam are trained in Ontario at a cost of around $22,000, which is covered by the Lions Club. SUBMITTED
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Sylvan Lake Arashi Do athletes show strength at Edmonton tournament SUBMITTED SPECIAL TO SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Four members of Arashi Do Sylvan Lake competed at the Mind Body Soul tournament in Edmonton May 30. TK Adeleke competed first in the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Division for executives over 35 advanced. He was the lowest ranked competitor in his division, but showed extremely well and took home a first-place medal. Next he competed in the 18-and-over Advanced Division. Defeating his first two opponents by submission, he lost the final match to Correy Payette. He showed great skill and accomplishment in earning the silver medal. Next, Nate Wilde competed in the six-and-sevenyear-old Muay Thai Division. He ended up losing both of his matches. Both were close matches, but he showed great improvement over his last tournament and showed excellent skills. Next up was Mannon. She competed in the Adult Muay Thai Division, moving up because she was only 16. She ended up placing fourth, but had a great experience. After that she competed in the Under-18 Division as well. She ended up taking third place in this division, defeating fellow Sylvan Lake member Gauge to take the bronze medal. Renshi Ken Sumner was promoted to a third-degree black belt on June 6. After
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the five-hour long test, he was promoted to this third degree in karate, with fellow black belts Jason and Trevor from Calgary, and 11 other students testing for first and second degree. Ken Sumner becomes one of the highest ranked karate practitioners
currently, and formerly, teaching in Sylvan Lake. It is due to this recent promotion that his new title Renshi comes into effect. Brandon Tweed, formerly of Sylvan Lake and currently a student of Red Deer was also promoted to sec-
ond degree. Renshi Ken Sumner continues to teach karate white tie and Brazilian jiu jitsu in Sylvan Lake. Starting at age four, the martial arts provide many mental and physical benefits to those who train.
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