Lacombe Express, September 17, 2015 by Black Press Media Group

FRASERWAY.com Lynx Levelers #903-4

Reg. $73.95

Fraserway RV Value Price:

$59.95 .com

www.lacombeexpress.com

96-27211 Hwy 12 Lacombe, AB

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2015

HELP NEEDED: Big Brothers Big Sisters launches campaign to ﬁnd new mentors – PG 3

BIG WIN: Local singer Gord Bamford lands awards at CCMAs this past weekend – PG 5

SEASON START: The Bentley Generals are gearing up for a brand new season – PG 17

FAMILY TIME – Vanessa Chevrier and her husband Cameron Nattress took their son Liam, 3, to the Lacombe ParentLink Centre where they Kalisha Mendonsa/Lacombe Express enjoyed some dancing, games and songs.

Oil & Gas Expo Specials #15N237 #15N #15N2 37

#15N231 #15N 5N231

#15N160

#15N172

2015 1500 Crew Cab 2LT 5.3L V8, Step Bars, Heated Seats!

MSRP

$52,255

HAIL PRICE

$36,172

www.weidnermotors.ca 5640 Hwy 2A, Lacombe, AB

2015 1500 Extended Cab 2LZ Loaded, Leather, 6.2L V8, LTZ Plus!

MSRP

$58,505

HAIL PRICE

$40,628

2015 1500 Crew Cab 1LZ

Loaded, Leather, 5.3L V8, 20” Wheels, Stepbars!

MSRP

$64,090

HAIL PRICE

$46,172

2015 2500 Crew Cab 1LT Diesel Duramax, Trailer Package, Heated Seats!

MSRP

$72,680

HAIL PRICE

$54,316

*Price are plus GST. Prices includes all GM rebates to dealer, including loyalty, stackable credit, non-stackable credit, Allison transmission credit and hail discount. See dealer for full details.

403.782.3626 1.888.259.6950

2 Lacombe Express

Thursday, September 17, 2015

7th Annual

Red Deer Motors MILLION DOLLAR

MARKDOWN

HURRY IN, ENDS SEPTEMBER 20TH! Hurry in for the Best Selection! “Experience 5(' '((5 our HURRY Difference”

Mazda

VOLKSWAGEN

VOLVO

MITSUBISHI

MOTORS

HONDA ACURA BUICK K

w h il e s e le c ti on is a t it s b e s t!

FORD

DON’T WORRY

about past credit problems

GMC

ALL CREDIT APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

12 MILLION in inventory

JEEP BMW

SUBARU

PRICES WILL BE CLEARLY MARKED

CADILLAC

Pick a Vehicle Pick a payment

DODGE

DOWN PAYMENT!

NISSAN N

ONCE IN A LIFETIME EVENT Choose from over 500+ cars, trucks, SUV’s and vans

DON’T MISS OUT Over 150 Diesel Trucks Over 200 SUV’s Over 75 Cars

LEXUS L SUZUKI SU SATURN SA PONTIAC PON LINCOLN LIN MERCEDES HYUNDAI

LAND ROVER

CHRYSLER

6720 Johnstone Dr., Red Deer Across from Ramada & Tim Horton’s on 67th St. Mon-Thurs 8:30-9:00pm; Fri 8:30-8pm; Sat 8:30-6:00pm; Sun 10:00-4:00pm

*Available O.A.C. See dealer for details.

HUMMER TOYOTA TO

Alberta’s Largest Used Truck Dealer!

CHEV

KIA

INFINITY

403.347.7777 1.866.617.2777

www.reddeermotors.com

$500

Cash Towards Every Vehicle Purchase 5(' '((5

MOTORS

Must present Coupon

5(' '((5

MOTORS

1 coupon per purchase. Valid during Million Dollar Markdown Only. Ends Monday, September 20th. No cash Value!

Lacombe Express 3

Thursday, September 17, 2015

Big Brothers Big Sisters programs need male mentors Between 30 to 40 local youth are awaiting community partnerships BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express

ig Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) Lacombe is currently two weeks into their 40 Mentors in 40 Days program, but are severely lacking Big Brother volunteers. The group has given out roughly 70 applications since the program’s kick-start, and of the 14 mentors committed so far, all are female. This is an issue all year long for the district BBBS because there is often more little brothers than sisters who need partners. “We are desperate for male mentors. We have a high need because we have a lot of boys in our program, and it’s nice to match them with males. We just have a hard time recruiting males. It’s typically a one to four ratio of girls to boys, but so far, this year all 14 mentors are female,” said Chelsey Hudkins of the BBBS Lacombe. Hudkins said females are of course needed for the programs, but right now they are really hoping to get more males involved. Those wishing to become a mentor can do so at any time, but currently the 40 Mentors in 40 Days campaign is underway. The idea is to bring awareness to BBBS and to draw in more mentors, both for the traditional mentoring program but also for the in-school mentoring program that runs in 11 schools in Central Alberta. “We run the 40 Mentors campaign right now because it’s the start of school. We’re trying to get a big push to bring in more mentors for the year, but we’re always looking for more traditional mentors as well,” said BBBS staff member Karissa Zuidhof. “In the in-school mentoring program, the groups pretty much get free reign of the school they are in. They can do just about anything – they can use kitchens, libraries, gyms – whatever. “It’s just a chance for them to spend some time together out of the classroom. It’s run during school hours, so we talk to teachers and see where the child is excelling or what class they can miss. The kids can get pulled out for an hour and have some fun.” This year, BBBS has also placed bins with Lego, board games and card games in the schools for use during the in-school mentoring program. The program is run across the country, with attendance relatively steady in the community. With the addition of the new Big Brothers Big Sisters ofﬁce in Blackfalds last year, the campaign was kicked up from 20 Mentors in 20 Days to 40. “This is our ﬁrst year of doing 40 men-

HELP WANTED – Big Brothers Big Sisters Lacombe staff members Chelsey Hudkins and Karissa Zuidhof smile beside their sign they are hoping Kalisha Mendonsa/Lacombe Express will draw people into their 40 Mentors in 40 Days program. tors. Usually, it’s 20 mentors in 20 days but this year we doubled it. Historically, we’ve always hit that goal so we decided to push ourselves to try to increase it this year,” Hudkins said. “Now that we have an ofﬁce in Blackfalds as of June last year, we ﬁgured we could probably hit up both communities to get 40 mentors in 40 days.” For those wishing to become a mentor, either for the in-school program or for traditional mentoring, a rigorous interview session is conducted. This way, BBBS staff gets to know a person and can better match them to the little brother or sister. “You just need to have an hour of free time to be a mentor. We do have an extensive screening process where we need a criminal record check, three references and people have to hang out with us for an hour. We interview and then the person does another hour of child safety training. It’s a bit to get into the program, but after

that all you need is an hour of your time,” said Zuidhof. “It’s a really rewarding program. Most people go in it for the kids and find that they themselves have grown from it as well. It’s a relatively small time commitment – one hour of your week isn’t too much to ask. The reward of it is huge.” Hudkins agreed. “We do match people to the kids on a personality basis – it’s not first come, first serve. Some kids wait longer because we want to match people’s personality and likes and interests. That’s why the interview is so extensive.” Of the approximately 100 kids registered in the local BBBS program, between 30 to 40 of the children are still awaiting mentors. Mentors must be at least 16 years of age. Hudkins said this year, there seems to be an increase in interest from high school students that she hopes carries into more volunteers.

2ND ANNIVERSARY Blackfalds Bottle Depot SATURDAY, Sep. 19th 8:30am - 12:00pm

Join us for cake, refreshments and giveaways!

5405 South Street East

“We ask for a commitment of a year from the mentors. Ideally, we would love to pair mentors and kids from 6 to 18 – that’s the dream, but not always a reality. We just ask a year commitment,” Zuidhof added. Currently, the 40 Mentors in 40 Days is taking up most of the time of the volunteers, but additionally the group is maintaining fundraisers for United Way. Big Brothers Big Sisters is a United Way funded group, which means that BBBS raises proceeds for United Way in exchange for program and administrative funding support. A barbecue will be held outside the Lacombe BBBS ofﬁces on Sept. 24th in support of United Way. To become a mentor, visit the Lacombe or Blackfalds Big Brothers Big Sisters ofﬁces. “Right now, we’re trying to raise awareness of the in-school mentoring program, but really we want more mentors all around for all of our programs,” Zuidhof said. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

Help us celebrate 10,000,000 containers recycled!

4 Lacombe Express

Thursday, September 17, 2015

Lacombe police facility City council to consider over budget by $300,000 urban chickens BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express An update report was presented to Lacombe City council that declared several challenges with the designated land to be used for the new Lacombe Police facility. The challenges have in turn caused a need for an additional $300,000 in funding to correct these issues. Infrastructure Services Director Matthew Goudy was able to explain the challenges that included unsuitable soil on the premises, the need to move a waterline further east of the facility and to address a problem with storm water drainage on site. “With issues like this, I have to ask if there was a way these extra costs could have been avoided,” Goudy said. “Unfortunately, in this case, even if we had known about the waterline and the black dirt and the drainage

issue – all of those were costs that we would still have had to take on. We just would have known sooner.” A large portion of the additional funding challenges comes from the removal of unsuitable soils.

“WITH ISSUES LIKE THIS, I HAVE TO ASK IF THERE WAS A WAY THESE EXTRA COSTS COULD HAVE BEEN AVOIDED.” MATTHEW GOUDY When the lot was previously designated a public utility lot, this allowed for a place to essentially collect or manage unsuitable soil. Goudy said he is sure this designation made sense at the time, but has now created an impact on the land that was previously underestimated. There was room in the budget for the removal of unsuitable soils, but the

problem was worse than originally anticipated. The total cost of the removal of these soils is likely to total near $110,000. The removal of the waterline, which runs directly through the middle of the land, is approximately $163,300. This cost includes the proper movement and relocation of the waterline, likely towards the eastern portion of the designated land. Finally, the construction to compensate for a slope to deter drain water from site will come to roughly $26,000. This includes stabilizing a back slope on the land and installing the appropriate armouring for the project. Councillor Peter Bouwsema made the motion to approve the additional $300,000 necessary to complete the project, and to amend the appropriate borrowing by-law. The motion was carried. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

Welcome Home At Sunrise Village Ponoka your independence is important to us

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express Kirstin Bouwsema gave a presentation at this week’s City council meeting where she spoke to the beneﬁts of urban chicken farming. Bouwsema said she thinks a program would be beneﬁcial to residents who like to be involved in where their food comes from, as well as to teach children about how food comes to the table. “I have personally spoken to many parents and other individuals who would like to take on the chicken project with their children, with the goal of teaching the next generation about the process and responsibility of food production,” she said. Councillor Wayne Rempel expressed concerns over the disposal of the dead chickens, to which Corporate Services Director Michael Minchin explained there are designated sites for animal carcass disposal. As well, Minchin and Bouwsema addressed the concern of the animals being a nuisance, with the conclusion that measures such as a limit to number of hens and roosters would help. Currently, the City of Red Deer is one year into its urban chicken-keeping program, with strict guidelines in place to

maintain minimal disturbance to neighbours. Councillor Reuben Konnik proposed the City take steps to develop a one-year pilot program. The steps to develop this plan would include developing bylaws in accordance to chicken keeping that the participants would adhere to. These bylaws would later be amended as needed if the program would continue. As well, the City of Lacombe will seek to connect with the City of Red Deer for feedback on its program’s success and to take these notes into planning consideration. Konnik made the motion that council move forward and begin preparing a plan, with no dedication to actually starting the project yet. The motion was carried. During the pilot project in Red Deer, a total of 1,850 letters were sent out to those living within 100m of homes with urban chickens. Of those, 478 were returned. Of those, 287 were in support of the bylaw regulations, 170 were not and 21 were undecided. A total of four complaints were received throughout the course of the pilot project, and three of the four complaints related to noise and smell. The pilot project also allowed for up to six chickens, but administration recommended that be reduced to four. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

UNRESERVED

AUCTIONS SAT., SEPT. 19 - 11 A.M. - FOR DELLA DREWS - CLIVE, AB (EAST OF LACOMBE) FOR INFO. PH. 403-597-2204 LOCATION In the Town of Clive Ɣ 1966 FORD (MERCURY) 100 PICKUP; 429 Cobra Jet ($35,000 Invested) Ɣ 1966 FORD 100; Running Ɣ 1964 FORD 100; 4X4 Ɣ 1964 FORD GALAXY 500; 4 Door Ɣ 1972 VW BUS; Running Ɣ 1992 TOPKICK; Cat Diesel; c/w TICO Picker; Deck with Hoist Ɣ 2004 DODGE DAKOTA; 4x4 Ɣ 2004 DODGE DIESEL; 4x4 Ɣ JD R72 Riding Mower Ɣ Garden Shed Ɣ 2 - Large Toolboxes c/w Tools Ɣ Antique Phone Ɣ PLUS MORE VEHICLES, LARGE QUANTITY OF FORD MOTORS, CARBS, PARTS, ETC SUN. SEPT. 20 - 10 A.M. - FOR RUSSEL & JACQUIE PARKER - MILLET, AB INTERNET BIDDING - BIDLIVE.PRODANIUKAUCTIONS.COM FOR INFO. PH. RUSSEL 780-387-1118 LOCATION 48177-RR245; 3 km North on Hwy 2A to Hwy 616 then East Ɣ 1983 HARLEY

Retire In Style • Styles accommodations

• Quality meals

• Supportive living retirement community

• Small pets welcome • Month to month rental

• Weekly housekeeping and linen service

We invite you to come enjoy our warm hospitality and experience our commitment to quality of life

403.783.3373

4004 40th St. Close sunrisevillages.com

FLH-P; 1340 cc Shovelhead (Ex-Police Bike); under 20,000 mi Ɣ 1984 HARLEY SPORTSTER Ɣ 1988 CADILLAC ALLANTE Ɣ Quantity of Harley Memorabilia Ɣ M.H. PONY TRACTOR Ɣ Giant Idea Sickle Mower Ɣ High Wheel Wooden Wagon Ɣ 1995 Polaris XLT Touring Sled & 1976 Arctic Cat Sled Ɣ Antique Farm Equipment Ɣ Case Tractor Toolbox Ɣ Gurney Scale Ɣ Coca Cola Machine Ɣ Coca Cola Metal Stool Ɣ Large Assortment of Hot Wheels Collector Cars in Orig. Pkgs Ɣ Die Cast Model Tractors; Orig Pkgs Ɣ Pacman Stand Up Arcade Game Ɣ HD, JD and Nascar Barbies in Orig. Boxes Ɣ Singer Treadle Sewing Machine Ɣ Antique Wall Mount Telephone Ɣ Oak Roll Top Desk Ɣ Oak 4 Drawer Filing Cabinet Ɣ Knockout Pinball Game Ɣ Rocket Shot Table Top Pinball Game Ɣ Buffalo Hide Ɣ Crocks Ɣ Floor Style Ashtrays Ɣ Tonka Toys Ɣ Cream Cans Ɣ Forge Ɣ Asst Steel Wheels Ɣ Asst Wagon Wheels Ɣ Oil Lamps & Barn Lanterns Ɣ Branding Irons Ɣ Collector Wood Crates Ɣ Antique Tools Ɣ Cast Iron Tractor Seats Ɣ Twin City Separator Ɣ The Chatnam Company Grinder Ɣ LARGE AMOUNT OF QUALITY ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

WED. OCT. 7 - FOR ROADWAY TRAILERS LTD. - EDMONTON, AB INTERNET BIDDING LOCATION Gateway Blvd; Edmonton Ɣ Manufacturers of Wellsite Trailers, OfÀce Trailers, Double Enders, etc. Complete

closeout after 70 years Ɣ Two NEW Skid Mounted Trailers, Shop Equipment, Tools, Inventory, Forklifts, and Trucks

WED., OCT. 14 - WHEELWRIGHT SHOP - EQUIPMENT, TOOLS & SUPPLIES - MUNDARE THURS., OCT. 15 - FARM AUCTION FOR B&E KOZAKEWICH - ANDREW SUN., OCT. 18 - ACREAGE AUCTION FOR J & A GOERTZ - ST. ALBERT UNRESERVED CONSIGNMENT SALES - REDWATER SAT., OCT. 24 - SHOP ITEMS, FARM & CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT SUN., OCT. 25 - 75 STATIONARY ENGINES, 3 BEAR TRAPS, COLLECTOR VEHICLES & TRACTORS, LARGE AMOUNT OF ANTIQUES

NOW LISTING FOR 2016 FARM & LAND AUCTIONS - EARLY LISTING ADVANTAGES!!!

E D P RODANIUK A UCTIONS EPAUCTIONS LICENSE #303630

- www.prodaniukauctions.com PH. 780-446-9555 FAX. 780-473-5750 EMAIL - edprodaniukauctions@gmail.com

VIEW ONLINE

Lacombe Express 5

Thursday, September 17, 2015

Gord Bamford wins big at recent CCMAs BY ZACHARY CORMIER Lacombe Express

nated $10,000 to the IWK Health Centre’s Child Life Music Therapy program. His Gord Bamford Foundation raised a total

A local country singer has earned himself national acclaim at this year’s Canadian Country Music Association awards in Halifax this past Sunday. Gord Bamford of Lacombe brought home three of the six CCMA awards he was nominated for during the Association’s awards show at the Scotiabank Centre in Halifax. “I’m actually really shocked that I’m standing up here and that I’ve received these awards,” Bamford said during a postshow press conference. Bamford added because he’s currently working on a new album he didn’t expect to win many awards this time around. “I didn’t feel any pressure coming into these awards. I was just coming in here as a fan to take part in it.” Bamford hauled in the award for Male Artist of the Year, and Single of the Year for his song Where a Farm Used To Be. He also brought in the award for Songwriter of the Year for Where a Farm Used to Be, an honour that he shared with co-writers Buddy Owens and Phil O’Donnell. “Every time it happens it’s like the best thing ever,” Bamford said. He added because there is so much talent in Canadian country music, he always does his best to soak it all in. “I’m just trying to keep on my toes and do the best I can because there’s a bunch of them coming up behind that are going to have their time

of $508,000 during his annual Charity Golf Classic in Lacombe last month. zcormier@lacombeexpress.com

Lacombe Flying Club seeking support from City BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express GORD BAMFORD and their moment and my moment will be gone.” The three awards bring Bamford’s total to 19 since he won his ﬁrst one in 2008. The country singer was also nominated for the Fan’s Choice Award, Video of the Year and Producer of the Year this year. During the show, Bamford debuted a new single called Don’t Let Her be Gone, which is the ﬁrst song off his upcoming album. The new album is set to be released in 2016. “I wish I could say that I wrote that song but I didn’t but I’m very blessed that I’m the guy that gets to record it because I think that it could be the biggest song of my career to date,” he said about the new single. During his time in Halifax, Bamford do-

The Lacombe Flying Club had asked City council to consider a request for funding for interim repairs to the airport runway. The cost of the repairs is estimated at $13,200. The City of Lacombe owns the Municipal Airport property, but the Lacombe Flying Club maintains and operates the site. As such, the group thought it would be appropriate to ask Lacombe City council as well as Lacombe County council to delegate funds to the repairs. Mayor Steve Christie recognized the City owns the land and the Club op-

erates the facility and this relationship should be beneﬁcial to both parties. “We don’t know how much it would cost for us to maintain the facility – they do it themselves. We should be more involved, and should maybe have a little more insight into what they do there,” he said. The facility does serve a regional population, so members of council found it appropriate to consult with Lacombe County council to see if an agreement could be reached to seek a portion of the $13,200 needed from Lacombe County. Last year, the Lacombe Flying Club approached council with a long-term

outline of funds and planning to provide necessary upgrades to the facility. Currently, an analysis report is underway but not near completion. “The Flying Club is asking as an interim measure to receive capital funding to prevent further deterioration of the airport, as they wait for the longterm plans to be ready,” said Community Services Director Brenda Vaughan. Councillor Wayne Rempel made a motion to work with Lacombe County to approve supporting the interim repair costs up to $13,200. The motion was carried, opposed only by Councillor Grant Harder. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

Open house set for Valley Ridge Industrial Park Business Proﬁle

BY MARK WEBER Red Deer Express

Two local business ventures are continuing to make a tremendous difference for local residents and business owners in the Central Alberta region. An open house is set for Sept. 25th from 2 to 7 p.m. where visitors will be able to tour our current light industrial projects, the Wood Group Business Centre and Garage World – both operated under the Blackfalds-based Drive Capital Corporation. The event will be held in the upstairs unit #1, at 5220 Duncan Ave. in the Valley Ridge Industrial Park, Blackfalds. Those interested in attending are asked to RSVP by Sept. 19th by calling 403-506-3373 or emailing contact@drivecapital.ca. Wood Group Business Centre Only minutes from Red Deer, the Wood Group Business Centre has a prime location in the new Valley Ridge Industrial Park subdivision at the south end of Blackfalds. The front of the building faces the QEII Hwy. providing superb visibility and access for vehicles travelling the Edmonton-Calgary corridor. “This commercial space is well suited for light industrial, oilﬁeld, wholesale or retail businesses,” said Jim Armitage, who oversees sales and marketing. “Phase 1 includes four Units and is currently ready for occupancy. The structure will include three

phases with a total of 13 Commercial Units. “One huge advantage here is highway exposure to 30,000-plus vehicles every day. The units can be customized to suit individual business needs. Interior development can include a spacious shop area and offices on the main floor with additional office space on a mezzanine overlooking the QEII.” Garage World Garage World is a safe, secure investment where you can build equity and solve your storage issues as well. Take back your residential garage and yard space by owning or leasing our personalized storage spaces. Garage World continues to solve ‘lack of space’ issues for business owners as well. “Garage units in this secure and private gated community range from 822 to 3,679 sq. ft,” said Armitage, “And the spaces are ideal for a range of storage uses, from parking recreational vehicles, boats, hobby cars, heavy y trucks to storing business equippment.” Garage World is located att 5217 Duncan Ave in Blackfalds. What also makes Garage World d unique is the sturdy and fire reesistant concrete construction. n. The units can be fully customized d to suit the owner’s tastes and can n be used for a variety of purposes. s. “To date the number one storrage item is vehicles - classic cars, s, s,

RVs and even heavy trucks. The space is a lot more than storage as owners enjoy their time there fixing and polishing their prized possessions. The facility really offers them a place to go to and hide from all the noise.” These highly-secured facilities and fully customizable units are the ideal place to create an ultimate hobby space to meet individual needs. This development will be completed in five phases. Phase 1 and 2 are complete and currently 60% sold. Vacant Lots for Build to Suit Option If the above projects don’t suit a client’s specific needs, we also feature 3-7 acre parcels of land zoned Light Industrial that can be purchased or we will build to suit. For more information about the development or the upcoming open house, call Lana Pusch at 403-506-3373 or Jim Armitage at 403-848-4428. Visit www.drivecapital.ca and www.mygarageworld. ca for further details as well.

QEII Hwy

OPEN HOUSE Sept. 25th 2 to 7pm Upstairs Unit 1 5220 Duncan Ave

412

Blackfalds 597

6 Lacombe Express

Thursday, September 17, 2015

OPINION

5019A - 51 St Lacombe, AB T4L 2A3

403-782-5303

September is ‘Addiction Recovery Awareness Month’ Editor

Sarah Maetche 403-782-5306 news@lacombeexpress.com

Reporter

Kalisha Mendonsa

Building awareness of issues that some people would rather not face is key to not only understanding them better, but to getting those affected the help they need. Throughout September, Faces and Voices of Recovery (FAVOR) Canada will join with partners across the country to celebrate the power and proof of recovery from addiction and its value to individuals, families and communities. There is certainly a need for this type of movement, as issues of addiction remain a huge problem across every sector of society. In 2012 the Canadian Commu-

nity Health Survey (CCHS) found that 4.4% of Canadians met the criteria for a substance use disorder. To put that in perspective, this figure represents more than 1.5 million people. Despite this prevalence, accessing timely and effective treatment services is a challenge for those suffering from addiction, organizers say. Add the challenge of the stigma surrounding addiction, and there are significant barriers to seeking help. Sadly, there does remain a reluctance on the part of many to seek help because of the fear of loved ones finding out about the

given addiction. But there is much in the way of assistance today, and it’s hoped people with addictions can increasingly – through awareness and the removal of any sense of stigma – ﬁnd the help they need. Established in 2013, FAVOR Canada is dedicated to eradicating the stigma, fostering the development of recovery community organizations and supporting such activities as Recovery Month. This year, celebrations are being planned in 25 Canadian cities throughout September, with activities ranging from rallies to break-

fasts to bike rides. It’s all in an effort to also get people talking about the realities of addictions, and to bolster that sense in those affected that there is a system of support that is available. The power of stigma can be fueled by silence – thus the importance of getting these issues more out in the open and encouraging conversations. In past generations, shame and secrecy forced many to battle alone – and often, they just couldn’t win those struggles. For a list of events planned, consult the Recovery Day web site at www.recoveryday.ca.

kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

Participatory government in action in the community Reporter

Zachary Cormier

zcormier@lacombeexpress.com

Customer Service

Hilary Stone

advertising@lacombeexpress.com

Publisher

Tracey Scheveers

publisher@lacombeexpress.com The Lacombe Express is a proud newspaper of

Copyright. No material - news, photographs or advertising - may be reproduced without the express written consent of the Publisher. Failure to obtain such consent may result in legal action without further notice. Canadian Media Circulation Audit

I believe that in a democracy people have a right to be involved in the decisions that affect them, and as mayor I am committed to exploring opportunities for direct engagement with residents, not just as customers of the City of Lacombe, but as active participants in the democratic process. A citizen-centred approach is an important component in the municipal decision-making and problem-solving processes. Council recognizes that certain decisions can be enhanced by engaging citizens, and is therefore committed to accessible public participation processes that are respectful, meaningful and accountable. The City has conducted several large-scale exercises in the recent past to engage with the public, whether to inform, consult, involve, collaborate or empower. Public input has been sought in large planning initiatives like the Imagine Lacombe – Municipal Sustainability Ini-

STEVE EVE

CHRISTIE tiative plan; the Downtown Area Revitalization Plan (DARP); the Recreation and Culture Master Plan and Growing Lacombe – the Municipal Development Plan Update. There have also been a few smaller-scale efforts, such as seeking public input into amenities for the Lacombe Spray Park renovations, having residents choose their preferred location for a dog park and selecting their favourite design option for the Elizabeth Park development. We have gauged business and resident satisfaction with municipal services through the 2013 Citizen Satisfaction Survey, and obtained population ﬁgures through a Municipal

Yourself!

Census in 2014. Council also participated in planning exercises with members of the public to develop the 2014-2017 Strategic Plan. The semi-annual Coffee with Council also provides residents with an opportunity to meet with members of council in an informal atmosphere, to bring attention to issues of concern, or to discuss ideas for improving services. The latest program aimed at enhancing public participation was introduced in 2014. We invited residents to submit their ideas, comments and suggestions that identiﬁed citizen priorities for consideration in the upcoming budget. To date we have been very pleased with the response to this program. Last year, council reviewed 16 public submissions and this year we received 20 citizen submissions for consideration as part of the 2016 budget process. While each submission was evaluated and pri-

oritized based on urgency, community impact, and budgetary implications, not all were chosen for high level costing estimates. After careful review of all of submissions, the following eight proposed projects were selected by council for further review at their July 13th regular meeting: the boardwalk trail from the SW corner of Elizabeth Lake across the narrow waterway between Elizabeth Lake and Lake Anne; drainage control at Fairway Drive and 58 St.; new pavement at 54 Ave. and 58 St.; cross walk lights at 54 Ave. and 58 St.; observation deck/wharf/ boardwalk/canoe launch – NE corner of Cranna Lake near the parking lot; waterslide at the swimming pool; increased maintenance of the Elm trees at 54 Ave. and 58 St. and right hand turning lane at Woodland Drive and Hwy. 2A. Costing for the proposed projects was provided at the Aug. 24th council meeting. This information as-

sisted us in the selection of four projects for inclusion in the 2016 Budget Workshop discussion - drainage control at Fairway Drive and 58 St.; new pavement at 54 and 58 Streets; observation deck/wharf/boardwalk/canoe launch – NE corner of Cranna Lake near the parking lot and a right hand turning lane at Woodland Drive and Hwy. 2A. On behalf of council, I would like to thank everyone who took time to submit items they felt should be included in next year’s budget. We value and promote open, two-way mutually beneﬁcial communication with residents on issues that impact their lives and our community. In closing, I would like to reiterate I will continue to push for the inclusion of more participatory mechanisms, so that we can get increased public involvement in local government decision-making. Steve Christie is the mayor of Lacombe.

What do you think about Lacombe winning the One Horse Town event?

Asked around the Lacombe Centre Mall by Kalisha Mendonsa

“I think that if nothing else, this event will put us on the map more ﬁrmly.” Sam Freeman, Lacombe

“I think it’s very exciting. I think it will bring a lot of business into Lacombe.” Jan Kolb, Lacombe

“I don’t think they had enough tickets for residents of Lacombe. My daughter wanted to go, but it sold out too quickly.” Aleida Kamps, Lacombe

“I think it’s a good thing to happen for Lacombe. I’ll be attending and I think it could be cool.” Wayne Sieben, Lacombe

Lacombe Express 7

Thursday, September 17, 2015

Horoscope ARIES

TAURUS

Mar 21/Apr 20

Apr 21/May 21

Aries, explore a new way of thinking and keep an open mind. Maintain energy and enthusiasm about a new project. Your energy will inspire others to get moving.

GEMINI May 22/Jun 21

You may need to get a little pushy to get what you need, Taurus. Don’t overdo it, but don’t hesitate to inser t yourself into cer tain situations this week.

CANCER Jun 22/Jul 22

This is a good week

Cancer, you have many

to share your positive

things to do in the coming

thoughts and hopes with others. It’s advantageous

manage to have fun along rest and rejuvenation once

your side as you can.

the week has passed.

LEO

VIRGO

Jul 23/Aug 23

Aug 24/Sept 22

If you learn something new

Getting your point across

this week, it very well may

will be difficult this week,

be something impor tant,

Virgo. Take a patient

Leo. Stay attuned to the

approach and give others

things going on around

the time to explain their

you, so you know when

points of view before

to act.

sharing your own.

LIBRA

SCORPIO Scorpio, it may be difficult

special someone after all

to avoid conflict this

of these years, Libra. Share

week, but do your best to

your good for tune with

smooth over the situation.

others and you may inspire

Try not to escalate

some new relationships

any encounters and add

in the process.

fuel to the fire.

Nov 23/Dec 21

CAPRICORN Dec 22/Jan 20

Sagittarius, give something

Capricorn, someone is

frivolous a try this week.

proud of all you have

You may find it takes your mind off of other

Fill-in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once. Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: You must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box.

11. Helios 13. Existing at birth but not hereditary 17. Paris river 24. Confined condition (abbr.) 25. More than charged 26. A major division of geological time 27. Japanese apricot 28. Initial public offering 29. A quantity of no importance 35. Securities market 36. Sharp part of a tool 37. Downwind 38. Doctor of Education 40. Built up 41. Borrowers 42. Stray 43. Country singer Haggard 44. Eurasian marten pelts 45. Fashion magazine Marie ___ 47. Turkish candy 48. Regarding 49. Distribute game cards 52. Princess Anne’s daughter 53. Planned pipeline from Burgas to Vlore 54. An academic gown 55. Removes moisture

Oct 24/Nov 22

You are still in love with that

SAGITTARIUS

ANSWER

the way. Schedule some

to have as many people on

Sept 23/Oct 23

HOW TO PLAY:

days, but you can still

accomplished. Don’t feel badly about bragging a little about the things you have

things and restores some

done. It’s good to also be

of your natural joviality.

proud of yourself.

AQUARIUS

PISCES

Jan 21/Feb 18

Feb 19/Mar 20

Aquarius, your generosity

Pisces, if things seem a

knows no bounds this

little bit confusing

week. All that you do

this week, take some time

unselfishly will come back

to sit and reflect.

in spades. Keep up your

The answers will come to

charitable effor ts.

you eventually.

CLUES ACROSS 1. W. Loman’s failed son 5. Largest English dictionary (abbr.) 8. Wanes 12. Lifeless geologic period 14. No (Scottish) 15. Filled chocolate cookie 16. Circular chordophones 18. Short-term memory 19. Any small compartment 20. Poisonous gas 21. Cologne 22. Scaleless fishes

23. Ormolu 26. Well-known & respected 30. Man-made river embankment 31. Yearned after something 32. Before 33. Garlic mayonnaise 34. California white oak 39. CNN’s founder Turner 42. Removed contents 44. Frighten 46. Responded 47. “Extant” star 49. Aba ____ Honeymoon

50. Box (abbr.) CLUES DOWN 51. Reptile leather 1. Leavened rum cake 56. Norse goddess of old age 2. Moslem women’s 57. Drive obliquely, as of garment a nail 3. Quilting duo: ____ & 58. Inspire with love Porter 59. Affirm positively 4. S W Pacific state 60. European sea eagle 5. The start of something 61. Congresswoman Giffords 6. Edible 62. Emit coherent radiation 7. More coy 63. Fall back time 8. From 56 to 34 million 64. Masses of fish eggs years ago 9. Small wind 10. Disney heroine

ANSWER

8 Lacombe Express

Thursday, September 17, 2015

fyi EVENTS The FYI, Community Events Calendar is a free-of-charge service for not-for-profit organizations and upcoming community events within the Lacombe and Blackfalds region. To submit your information, please email news@lacombeexpress.com, call 403-782-5306 or fax 403-782-5344. If you would like your event or organization to be included, please submit your information to the editor by noon, the Monday before the publication date. College Heights Christian School Annual Gigantic Indoor Garage Sale runs Sunday Sept. 27th from 9:30 a.m - 1:30 p.m. To book a table ($10) call Karyn at 403-782-2645. Come on out, hunt for treasure and enjoy a pancake breakfast with proceeds going to Parkland Pathfinder Club. The Central Alberta Wood Workers Guild will hold their September meeting on Sept. 17th at 7 p.m. at the wood working shop at the CUC/Burman University at the north end of Lacombe. Go west at the main intersection to the end of the street and the shop is on your left. All people interested in wood working are invited to attend. Annual turkey supper at Blackfalds United Church will be held on Sept. 27th. Two sittings – 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. and advance tickets are recommended as this event normally sells out. Prices are $15 for adults, $7 for kids and under five free. Please contact Bev at 403-8854861 for more information or tickets. Please leave a message, calls will be returned. The Lacombe and District Chamber of Commerce will host the federal election forum at the Lacombe Memorial Centre Oct. 6th at 7 p.m. Doug Hart – NDP, Jeff Rock, Liberal, Blaine Calkins – PC will all be in attendance. The Forum will be moderated by Ken Kobly, president and CEO of the Alberta Chambers of Commerce. The public are welcome to submit written questions on paper provided at the event. The questions will vetted by

These events brought to you by:

www.A1-Homes.ca

Your weekly Community Events Calendar

scrutinizers and presented by the moderator. The forum will take place in the Centennial Hall at the LMC. Doors open to the public at 6:30 p.m. No political signs are allowed inside the Lacombe Memorial Centre or Centennial Hall. Additional questions can be directed to info@lacombechamber.ca or call 403-782-4300.

September is National Big Brother Big Sisters Month. In Lacombe & County we are celebrating with a very important recruitment campaign called 40 Mentors in 40 Days! running through to Oct. 10th. Our team will have fun and interactive activities taking place in all the communities we serve.

Life is sacred. Join the National Life Chain of Prayer: 2 to 3 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 3rd along Hwy. 2A near Woodland Drive, Lacombe. Signs provided. Burman University: How can we serve you on Sept. 24th? We, the students of Burman University (formerly CUC) would like to invite you, the citizens of Lacombe to give us the privilege of serving you in whatever small to mid-sized project you may need assistance. We can arrange for groups of two to 10 people to help for up to three hours. Be it weeding, painting, washing windows or anything else. Contact Jessica at 403-

Terrace located at 5002 – 51 Ave. Lacombe Walking Group Wednesdays from 12-12:30 p.m. at Medcombe Walk-In-Clinic. No registration required. Kozy Korner — Tuesday Dinners every week at noon. Lacombe Dance Lessons – social and choreographed ballroom dancing. Traditional Two-step or Cha Cha/Jive. For details phone Cliff at 403-782-4094. Quilting and crafts held at Blackfalds United Church on Mondays at 9:30 a.m. Help make quilts or bring your own quilt/

Why Settle?

Own the ABSOLUTE BEST for so much LESS! The Evoque

Many Styles – One Standard Elegant Quality that says “Welcome Home” Energy Saving Features are built into every A1 Home What you CAN’T see matters! 3 Bed., 2 Bath 1652 sq.ft. 22’ x 76’ Manufactured Home

Homes from

0% DOWN $525/month 5% DOWN $999/month on own land

on rented land

with lot rent!

Over 16 different Models on our lot and Ready To Go! 403.314.2244 • 7898 Gaetz Ave., Red Deer A1HomesRedDeer@gmail.com • www.A1-Homes.ca Please feel free to contact us for any further questions. Our goal is to change the lives of 40 kids in our community. For more information, call 403-782-7870. Are you as healthy as you think? Find out at the Health Expo with the Harvard Fitness test, peak ﬂow meter test, blood pressure check, water and body fat analyzer scale and computerized health age. Get a free relaxing massage, nutrition counseling and pamphlets full of health tips. The Canadian Red Cross will have information on emergency disaster preparedness and medical equipment loans. The Heart & Stroke Foundation will present the newest facts on fats. It’s all free. Drop in between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Sept. 20th at the Lacombe Memorial Centre. For more information, call Esther at 403-782-5258 or Nadine at 403-786-2338. Sponsored by the Good Water Company and the Health Department of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

700-9755 for more information. Invitation to join CNIB Peer Support Group: The Peer Support Group is a program dedicated to helping CNIB clients adjust to vision loss. Feelings of fear, anxiety, intimidation and anger are extremely common in adults who are diagnosed with vision loss. The goal of the group is to help transform these feelings into those of conﬁdence and independence through education and group discussions. The program is facilitated by a volunteer who has gone through the process of adjusting to a life with vision loss. The group offers seniors a way to connect to others experiencing similar challenges. Participants receive empowering, practical and useful information about vision loss and how CNIB services can help, as well as suggestions from other participants on how to reduce the impact of vision loss on their daily lives. There is no cost to participate in the program which will meet once per month. The group meets at the Spruce

craft to work on. Check out our website at blackfaldsunitedchurch.com or call 403-8854780 for more information. The Lacombe Legion has bingo on Mondays at 7 p.m. in the upstairs hall. Coffee time runs Wednesdays from 9:30-11 a.m. ($2 for coffee, tea and cookies). On Fridays, there are four meat draws and tickets are $2/ set of three tickets. Draw starts at 6:30 p.m. On Saturdays, there are four meat draws which start at 4:30 p.m. Chase the ace starts after meat draws. Youth Unlimited Drop-in Activities: Drop-in activities now run every Tuesday from 6 – 9 p.m. with ball hockey on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 – 9 p.m. Girls only drop-in is also Wednesdays from 6 – 9 p.m. Thursdays Grade 3-6 drop-in program runs from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. and Grade 4 and up program from 6 – 9 p.m. Cost is 2$ for drop-in and ball hockey with drop-in 10 passes at $10 and ball hockey season pass at $50.

Taoist Tai Chi a relaxing, low impact exercise; continuing classes year round, for those who have completed beginners or have learned Taoist Tai Chi before. Participate in classes of your choice. Available in Red Deer, Lacombe, Rocky Mountain House, and Innisfail. Contact 403-3466772 for more information. Imperial Daughters of the Empire is a non-profit women’s volunteer program that raises money in support of numerous initiatives supporting education. Meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of every month and begin at 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church. For more information about the group, feel free to contact Mary Lou Wilson 403-782-3923. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society Table Talk Coffee Group: Meets the second Friday of each month at Wolf Creek Community Church at 10 a.m. If you or someone in your life has been affected by MS, join us for a fun, casual and supportive coffee chat. For more information about the group, please contact Bonnie Lavallee at 403-346-0290. Stay and Play – Gull Lake Hall, Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Bentley Town Office Fridays 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Stay and Play is designed to encourage families to spend time together in play, while having the opportunity to socialize and learn about the community and external resources. $2 drop in fee per family is suggested. For more information about the program, call 403-748-2160. Bentley TOPS - Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Every Tuesday in the basement of the Bentley Town Office at 7 p.m. Contact Carolyn 403-396-1002/ Lacombe Art Guild - The Lacombe Art Guild offers classes two Tuesday evenings a month and one full Saturday. Memberships are $15 a year and the club runs from October to May. Call Donna at 403-782-9190. Affirm - providing safe and confidential support to people of all sexual orientation and identity, their families and friends. We meet in Lacombe. Call Marg at 403-782-1887 or Ross at 403-782-3671.

Lacombe Express 9

Thursday, September 17, 2015

Health Expo to be held this weekend BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express This weekend the Lacombe Memorial Centre (LMC) will be ďŹ lled with health experts and healthy lifestyle seekers with an information exposition. The Lacombe Health Expo is taking place on Sept. 20th from 1-5 p.m. in the County Room at the LMC. Admission and all tests are free. The event is open for anyone over the age of 16. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People everywhere are becoming increasingly more health conscious,â&#x20AC;? said event organizer Esther Yaceyko. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As they sort through the abundance of information available, they might wonder if the lifestyle they have chosen is enough to make a positive impact on their health. People may be omitting one or more key factors for complete health and wellness.â&#x20AC;? The event will feature screenings for blood pressure and lung capacity, a body fat analysis, a Harvard Fitness Test and more. As well, attendees could receive a free anti-stress massage and a consultation with registered nutritionist and health expert Darlene Blaney. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are so many people who feel they are living or are trying to live a healthy lifestyle. They could have a healthy diet, but if they arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t exercising they will still have weaker bones and weaker muscles.

We can still have an overweight problem if we think weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re eating well but indulge in a lot of ice cream for dessert or something like that,â&#x20AC;? said Yaceyko. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a matter of trying to get people to realize that it is easy to have a healthful life if we follow all the health principles â&#x20AC;&#x201C; sleep well, eat well, exercise, and all the other aspects.â&#x20AC;? Yaceyko said the expo will focus on eight principles of health that include nutrition and exercise and the importance of water, sunlight, temperance, air quality and rest. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This event is about the total picture of health. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s simple and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s free. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re trying to show that you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need expensive equipment or fancy cookbooks to be healthy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it can be very simple and easy to follow a healthy lifestyle,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For the testing we offer, we can do the tests for anyone over the age of 16 to seniors. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll take people about 45 minutes to make the rounds, and if they have questions they can ask those at the consultant table.â&#x20AC;? The Canadian Red Cross will be attending the event to share their Emergency Preparedness program, as well as information on medical equipment loans. Agencies such as the Heart and Stroke Foundation will also be represented. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

Request for Proposal Consulting Services For Employee Benefits Plan The City of Lacombe is seeking proposals from qualified benefit consulting/brokerage firms via a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the provision of consulting services for its Employee Group Benefits Plan. The RFP will define the content of the proposal. You are urged to structure your responses accordingly with sufficient details to ensure it is complete, appropriate and competitive. All interested parties are invited to view and print the full Proposal from the Alberta Purchasing Connection website www.purchasingconnection.ca or on the City of Lacombe website www.lacombe.ca/doing-business/rfps-tenders. All updates and addendums will be issued through those sites only. Any interested parties must submit sealed proposals and confirm City of Lacombeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s receipt of them no later than 2:30 PM local time on Wednesday, September 23, 2015. Proposals shall be clearly marked RFP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Consulting Services for Employee Group Benefits Plan. Only proposals submitted within the time frame and guidelines provided will be considered. For more information contact: Barbara Wilton Human Resources Manager Phone: 403-782-1235 Email: bwilton@lacombe.ca

10 Lacombe Express

Thursday, September 17, 2015

CITY BRIEFS

CONSTRUCTION NOTICE FOR BLACKFALDS

SEPTEMBER 24-27 ARTS & CULTURE ō HISTORY ō FOOD & FEASTS WAGON rides ō Music ō FAMILY Entertainment

www.lacombetourism.com FRIDAY NIGHT

free!

KlamDaggers in concert and

Fireworks

Concert starts at 7pm. Fireworks to follow at Cranna Lake

Blacksmith Shop 11am - 2pm Fundraising BBQ & cake.

DE SIGNATION

Ceremony Children’s County Fair and

PUPPET SHOW

Historical

Saturday, Sept. 26

Jimsonweed, also commonly known as Devil’s Trumpet, has been discovered in a number of canola crops within Lacombe County. This plant’s seed, similar in size to canola seed, is prohibited under the federal weed seed order and is not allowed into Canada. Report any suspected sightings to Dion Burlock, agricultural ﬁeld man at 403-7828959 or email him at dburlock@lacombecounty.com.

LACOMBE TO HOST EXECUTIVES The Lacombe and District Chamber of Commerce will host the 2016 Alberta Chamber Executives annual AGM and Professional Development Summit next July. About 50 delegates from across the province will attend, including staff from the Alberta Chambers of Commerce and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce.

Take the easy way out

Fly Red Deer

Childrens County Fair 1-4pm Puppet Show 3pm

Don’t waste time driving to another city, paying for airport parking and waiting in security lines. Fly from Red Deer Airport and enjoy free parking and shorter lines.

Try out musical instruments!

SPONSORED BY:

The Lacombe and District Chamber of Commerce will host the Federal Election Forum at the Lacombe Memorial Centre on Oct. 6th at 7 p.m. Doug Hart – NDP, Jeff Rock (Liberal) and Blaine Calkins – PC, will all be in attendance. The forum will be moderated by Ken Kobly, president and CEO of the Alberta Chambers of Commerce. It will be carried out under the

JIMSONWEED DISCOVERED IN LACOMBE COUNTY

LMC Centennial Hall

LMC 2 - 5pm

Beneﬁt for Breast Cancer research

CANDIDATES FORUM IN LACOMBE

supervision of the 2015 Chamber Board and Political Action Committee with the help of volunteers to act as timekeepers, greeters, and scrutinizers. The public are welcome to submit questions on paper provided at the event. The questions will vetted by scrutinizers and presented by the moderator. The forum will take place in the Centennial Hall at the LMC. Doors open to the public at 6:30 p.m. No political signs are allowed inside the Lacombe Memorial Centre or Centennial Hall. The forum concludes at 9 p.m. Complete forum rules and regulations can be obtained through the Chamber ofﬁce. Questions can be directed to info@lacombechamber.ca or call 403-782-4300.

Saturday, Sept. 26

Sisters of Soul

The Town of Blackfalds will be undertaking storm pond and alleyway construction in the area of Westridge Dr. and Westglen Blvd. commencing Oct. 15th. The construction is expected to continue into the winter months and will include the installation of a storm pump station and associated works along the south bank of Riser Pond and into the alley. The trees located in this area will have to be removed in order to allow for service access from the existing alley. Access to the alley entrance between 6 Westglen Blvd. and 274 Westridge Dr. will be limited while this construction is underway. The site contractor will liaise with local residents who use this alley to ensure that any disruptions are minimal. Area community members are asked to be aware of construction equipment and to obey all displayed no parking and additional construction signage. When this pump station is completed it will monitor and move the storm water from the pond underground into the existing storm system that lies below the nearby roadway.

by Mark Weber

Saturday, Sept. 26 LMC Centennial Hall 8 - 9pm

It’s time you took the easy way out. Fly Red Deer.

Enjoy jazz, country, folk, Celtic, and ethnic dance performances.

Connecting You to the World with

Lacombe Express 11

Thursday, September 17, 2015

Second annual Bill Nielsen Trail Run to take place Oct. 3rd BY ZACH CORMIER Lacombe Express

T EC

&E ST IM A

High Quality...It’s all in the Details E S

Members of the Alberta Allied Roofing Association Members of the Siding Contractors Association of Alberta We hold and A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau We are HAAG certified to inspect your home We are insured & hold a local business license

WE PAY YOUR DEDUCTIBLE *some conditions apply

ROOFING & EXTERIORS

1-855-522-9226 PROUDLY SERVING ALBERTA FOR OVER 17 YEARS

We can repair your home NOW!

Impact Resistant Shingles Tempered Glass

BILL NIELSEN

zcormier@lacombeexpress.com

FR E

During the ﬁrst weekend of October, residents can expect to see runners numbering in the hundreds out on the trails that Bill Nielsen built across Lacombe. The second annual Bill Nielsen Trail Run will take place on Oct. 3rd in Lacombe. It is put on every year by the Bill Nielsen Trail Society to remember Nielsen, who died of pancreatic cancer in April of 2014. “It’s a nice way to honour his memory, to host an annual run,” said Rory Whitbread, a committee member of the Bill Nielsen Trail Society. The Society is a group of volunteers, many of whom were Nielsen’s friends and family. They are dedicated to the continuous upkeep of his trails. They also meet and run together regularly to continue his legacy. Nielsen took up running in 1977 after moving from Montreal to Fort McMurray, to take a job in the oil industry. He helped found the Fort McMurray Running Club in 1980 and, at the age of 40, ran his ﬁrst marathon that same year. After Nielsen retired in 1996, he and his wife Jean moved to Lacombe, and Bill continued to pursue his hobby, at that point already having almost 50 marathons under his belt. He continued to run well into his senior years, even after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2000. In fact, he ran over 30 marathons after being diagnosed. In 2008, at the Woody’s RV World Marathon in Red Deer, Bill completed his 100th marathon. “Bill was an amazing man who was an excellent runner. More than that he was just an amaz-

ing person and volunteer,” Whitbread said. In addition to running marathons, Bill also spent much of his retirement in Lacombe developing a system of trails, many of which he cut and maintained by hand. “What Bill has done is made nature available to the community,” said Neil Harker, who was Bill’s neighbour and running partner. Harker added that the trails have greatly improved his own quality of life and the quality of life of those around him. Last year, the event attracted hundreds of runners from all over the province, who came to remember a great athlete and friend. “We had just an amazing turnout last year and we’re very thankful for all of the local sponsors and everyone who’s helped make this run a big success and we’re hoping to continue that on this year,” said Whitbread. This year’s run will feature ﬁve routes of varying distances, from a 2 km long family run and walk all the way up to Bill’s Special, a 10-mile-long monster of a course that pays homage to Bill’s preferred training distance. Also being offered are a 2km run, a 5km and a 10km. All of the routes begin and end behind Lacombe Composite High School and follow the trails that Bill built. “Anyone around Lacombe that day is sure to see runners out using the trails,” said Whitbread. All the proceeds from the run go to maintaining the trails that Bill built. People wishing to participate must register online at www.billstrailrun.com. Registration closes on Sept. 30th.

CAUTION

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT Caution, your insurance company may have missed damage on your home that will cost you thousands.

$5,850.00 in missed damages

Composite Fascia Heavy Gauge Steel Eaves

GET A SECOND OPINION

Composite Trim

Fast, F ast F Free re e a and nd Th Thorough horrou ugh h Es Estimates stim mattes

Composite Siding

1.855.522.9226

WE P YOU DEDUC

We can “Hail Proof” your home. Ask us how!

www.BigTopRoofing.com

A Full Service Exteriors Company

We can “Hail Proof” your home. Ask us how!

*some condi

ROOFING & EXTERIORS

Ron Wrote After seeing your estimate we realized our adjuster missed $6,750.00 in damages

Jim Wrote You found over

ROOFING & EXTERIORS

www.BigTopRoofing.com

A Full Service Exteriors Company

12 Lacombe Express

Thursday, September 17, 2015

Lacombe Express

deadline: Monday @ noon

CLASSIFIEDS To place an ad, call Toll Free:

1.877.223.3311

or email: classiﬁeds@lacombeexpress.com Announcements .................0005-0030 What’s Happening .............. 0049-0070 Garage Sales ........................0100-0650 Employment ........................ 0700-0920 Service Directory ................. 1000-1430

Obituaries

Coming Events

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

1991 – 2015

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Kyle Russell Jackson of Lacombe. Born on June 26, 1991 to Neil and Heather Jackson, Kyle was the second of three children. He was predeceased by his younger brother Wade and his grandparents Bill and Eleanor Jackson. He leaves to mourn the love of his life Kayla Neilsen, his parents Heather and Neil, his sister Sheri Jackson (Justin), grandmother Gayleen (Kiwi) Sinclair, Uncle Rick (Shenny) Sinclair. He will also be sadly missed by nieces Shelby and Jada, Uncle Don (Tina) Sinclair, cousins: Tom, Jonah and Ryan Sinclair, Ed (Diane) Hess and their children Mitchelle and Dawson, cousin Donnell (Allona) Stendie, Kathy Waldron, Lindley (Stephanie) Waldron and boys and many more family and countless friends who were like family to Kyle. A Funeral Service was held at College Heights S.D.A. Church on Monday, September 14, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial tributes may be made to Lacombe Mental Health (5033 52 St. Lacombe, Alberta T4L 2A6) or Lacombe Neighborhood Place, Walk for Wellness and Suicide Prevention (Barb: 403782-0886, 5102 – 50 Ave. Lacombe, Alberta T4L 1K6). “A light in our lives is gone too soon He will forever be missed as he joins his little brother and Sasha on the other side. May he rest in peace with them forever by his side. Till we meet again dear boy.” Condolences may be made by visiting www.wilsonsfuneralchapel.ca Wilson’s Funeral Chapel & Crematorium serving Central Alberta with locations in Lacombe and Rimbey in charge of arrangements. Phone: 403.782.3366 or 403.843.3388 “A Caring Family, Caring for Families”

* No cancellations, refunds or exchanges. Please read your ad the ﬁrst day it appears. We will accept responsibility for 1 insertion only.

GET MORE COVERAGE WITH YOUR AD

Medical

JUST ASK FOR THE

CLASSIFIED N.W. BUY

NOTICE OF MEETING

KYLE RUSSELL JACKSON

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

LACOMBE-PONOKA PROGRESSIVE CONSERVATIVE CONSTITUENCY

• • • • • •

Ponoka Rimbey Eckville Sylvan Lake Lacombe Pipestone Flyer

Starting at 25 words for $45.90

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING DATE: WEDNESDAY: SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 TIME: 7:30 PM PLACE: PONOKA WESTERN BUDGET MOTEL, HWY 2A -42AVE NEW MEMBERS WELCOME CONTACT INFORMATION: D UNGSTAD: 403 783 2276

Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY

Looking for a place to live? Take a tour through the CLASSIFIEDS

CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS

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

Tired of Standing? Find something to sit on in Classifieds

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

Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY

Celebrate your life with a Classified ANNOUNCEMENT

Buying or Selling your home? Check out Homes for Sale in Classifieds

Where you want, when you want. Lacombe Express online www.lacombeexpress.com

Call toll free 1-877-223-3311 or Local 403-309-3300

Money To Loan

4430

GET BACK on track! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need money? We lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420; www.pioneerwest.com.

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

Tired of Standing? Find something to sit on in Classifieds

Vans Buses

5070

MEDICAL TRAINEES needed now! Hospitals & doctor’s offices need certified medical office & administrative staff! No experience needed! We can get you trained! Local job placement assistance available when training is completed. Call for program details! 1-888-627-0297.

Trades

790

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-athome positions available. Get online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-athome career today!

Looking for a new pet? Check out Classifieds to find the purrfect pet.

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS are in huge demand! Train with Canada’s top medical transcription school. Learn from home and work from home. Call today! 1-800-466-1535; www. canscribe.com. info@ canscribe.com.

870

GET FREE VENDING machines. Can earn $100,000. + per year. All cash-locations provided. Protected territories. Interest free financing. Full details. Call now 1-866-668-6629. Website: www.tcvend.com.

Misc. Help

880

ACADEMIC Express ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING

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

We Will Take Payments!! 2012 Dodge Gr. Caravan White, 93,000 Kms. Full Inspection $13,450. Call Harvey @ Reward Lease 403-358-1698

850

Heavy Duty Mechanic required in the Hinton, AB area. Must have extensive knowledge in Caterpillar equipment. Responsibilities will include rebuilding and repairs to Cat motors, power shift transmissions and hydraulics. Fax resume with references and drivers abstract to 780-865-9710

Business Opportunities Medical

790

NOV. START • Community Support Worker Program •

GED Preparation

Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available. 403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca

Lacombe Express 13

Thursday, September 17, 2015 Business Services #1000 - #1430

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

Legal Services

1260

CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon. U.S. travel waiver. Divorce? Simple. Fast. Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300/ 1-800-347-2540.

Misc. Services

1290

ADVERTISE PROVINCE WIDE CLASSIFIEDS. Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $269 + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call now for details 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228; www.awna.com.

Misc. Services

1290

EASY DIVORCE: Free consultation call 1-800-320-2477 or check out http://canadianlegal.org/ uncontested-divorce. CCA Award #1 Paralegal. A+ BBB Reputation. In business 20+ years. Open Mon. - Sat. FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH SPA RV Resort is your WINTER DESTINATION for Healing Mineral Waters, Five-Star Facilities, Activities, Entertainment, Fitness, Friends, and Youthful Fun! $9.95/Day For New Customers. Reservations: 1-888-800-0772, foyspa.com

Personal Services

1315

CANADA BENEFIT GROUP. Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000. from the Canadian Government. Toll free 1-888-511-2250 or www.canadabenefit. ca/free-assessment. HIP OR KNEE Replacement? Arthritic conditions? Restrictions in walking/dressing? Disability Tax Credit. $2,000 tax credit. $20,000 refund. For Assistance: 1-844-453-5372.

1370

Roofing

INTERESTED IN the METAL ROOFING & SIDCommunity Newspaper ING. 32+ colours available business? Albertaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s weekly at over 55 Distributors. 40 newspapers are looking year warranty. 48 hour for people like you. Post Express Service available your resume online. FREE. at select supporting Visit: awna.com/for-jobDistributors. Call seekers. 1-888-263-8254.

Well Drilling

1400

Well Drilling

ALBERTA

TALL PINE DRILLING LTD.

FREE ES ESTIMAT

100%

CUSTOMER N SATISFACTIO

OVER 40 YEARS OF DRILLING EXPERIENCE â&#x20AC;˘ Water Well Drilling â&#x20AC;˘ Steel or PVC Casing â&#x20AC;˘ Pre Drilling Piles â&#x20AC;˘ Water Well Pump Testing & Monitoring

â&#x20AC;˘ Submersible Pump Sales & Installation â&#x20AC;˘ Well Abandonments â&#x20AC;˘ Shock Chlorination â&#x20AC;˘ Backhoe Service

24 HOUR SERVICE TRUCK Domestic, Industrial & OilďŹ eld

24 HOUR Red Deer 403-343-6266 Bentley 403-748-2955 admin@tallpinedrilling.com

www.tallpinedrilling.com Water Incentive Programs for Farmers

Let us amplify your message! 12345

1530

Auctions

Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990 Aircraft ..............................1510 Antiques & Art ..................1520 Auctions ............................1530 Bicycles ............................1540 Building Supplies ..............1550 Business Machines ..........1560 Cameras & Accessories ..1570 Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Items ................1580 Clothing ............................1590 Computers ........................1600 Concert & Event Tickets ..1610 Equipment - Misc. ............1620 Equipment - Heavy ..........1630 Tools ................................1640 Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market & Food Basket......................1650 Firewood ..........................1660

Auctions

1530

FARMLAND/GRAZING LAND near Keephills, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, October 29 in Edmonton. 6 parcels 855+/- acres West of Stony Plain. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; rbauction.com/realestate. FIRST CANADIAN? Collectorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s?Club Antiques & Collectibles Show?& Sale! Saturday, October 3, 2015 9:30a.m. to 4:00p.m. Thorncliffe-Greenview Community Hall, 5600 Centre St. North. Admission $4 HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL LOTS in High River, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, October 29 in Edmonton. 2 parcels Paved street, zoned Direct Control/Highway Commercial Industrial. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; rbauction.com/realestate. LAKE FRONT HOME at Jackfish Lake, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, October 29 in Edmonton. 6400 +/- walkout bungalow, interior to be completed, 2.08 +/- title acres. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; rbauction.com/realestate.

Misc. for Sale

BEAUTIFUL SPRUCE TREES. 4-6ft. $35.00 each. Machine planting:$10/tree (includes bark mulch and fertilizer). 20 tree minimum order. Delvery fee $75-$125/ order. Quality guaranteed. 403-820-0967

MEIER Classic Car & Truck Auction. Sundat September 20, 11 a.m., 6016-72A Ave., Edmonton. Consign today, call 780-440-1860 UNDEVELOPED COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL LOTS at Baptiste Lake, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, October 29 in Edmonton. 2.05+/- and 1.62+/- title acres, power & natural gas at property line. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; rbauction.com/realestate. Tired of Standing? Find something to sit on in Classifieds

UNRESERVED AUCTION. Complete Dispersal of Spruce Creek Antiques. Furniture, advertising, showcases, collectibles, truck, much more! 9 a.m., Saturday, September 19, Legion, Hall, Wainwright, Alberta. 780-842-5666; www.scribnernet.com.

Looking for a new pet? Check out Classifieds to find the purrfect pet. Tired of Standing? Find something to sit on in Classifieds

GENTLY USED PLUS SIZE CLOTHING SALE (over 150 items!)

Fri Sept 18 10am - 5pm Sat Sept 19 10am - 5pm Labels include â&#x20AC;˘ Jones New York â&#x20AC;˘ Talbots â&#x20AC;˘ Ralph Lauren â&#x20AC;˘ INC 4235 41 St Close No early birds please!

EquipmentMisc.

1620

A-CHEAP, lowest prices, steel shipping containers. Used 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; & 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Seacans insulated & 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; freezers, DMG $2450. Wanted: Professional wood carver needed. 1-866-528-7108; www.rtccontainer.com.

BUSINESS AVAILABLE IN ALBERTA Deli & Retail Store: 6DOHV 0 ZHOO HVWDEOLVKHG &DVK Ă&#x20AC;RZ RYHU 3ULFHG SOXV LQYHQWRU\ Franchise Restaurant: 6DOHV 3ULFHG JRRG ORFDWLRQ 2ZQHU PRWLYDWHG WR sell. Western Style Restaurant: :HVWHUQ PHQX 6DOHV RYHU 0 3ULFHG &DVK Ă&#x20AC;RZ RZQHU PRWLYDWHG SO008447 Franchise Coffee Shop: /RFDWHG LQ (GPRQWRQ 3ULFHG VDOHV Manufacturing Operation: /DQG EXLOGLQJ 3ULFHG 0 6DOHV RYHU 0 /RFDWHG LQ $OEHUWD VWURQJ FDVK Ă&#x20AC;RZ Frozen Yogurt: )UDQFKLVH RSHUDWLRQ LQ $OEHUWD 6DOHV RYHU &DVK Ă&#x20AC;RZ 3ULFHG SOXV LQYHQWRU\ Franchise Coffee Shop: &HQWUDO $OEHUWD 6DOHV 3ULFHG *RRG FDVK Ă&#x20AC;RZ

Call Bill Conroy @ 403-346-7755 email billconroy@maxwellrealty.ca Maxwell Real Estate Solutions Ltd.

ROUND BALES - Hay, green feed, straw and bulk oats. Delivery available. No Sunday calls please. Phone 403-704-3509 or 403-704-4333.

WANTED: WILL PAY cash for construction equipment, backhoes, excavators, dozers, farm tractors w/loaders, skid steers, wheel loaders, screeners, low beds, any condition running or not. 250-260-0217

CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS

Agricultural #2000 - #2290

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

Farm Equipment

2010

IH White Top 914 combine, 1 owner, shedded, and 8â&#x20AC;? x 45â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Brandt PTO auger. 403-741-4353

Place your ad in this newspaper and12345 province wide $ with a combined circulation of over 800,000 for only...

Call for more details 1-800-282-6903 ext 235

995

Celebrate your life with a Classified ANNOUNCEMENT Looking for a place to live? Take a tour through the CLASSIFIEDS

You can sell your guitar for a song... or put it in CLASSIFIEDS and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll sell it for you!

For Rent #3000 - #3200

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

Wanted to Rent #3250 - #3390

Acreages/Farms ..............3255 Houses/Duplexes ............3260 Suites ..............................3270 Rooms..............................3280 Manufactured Homes ......3290 Housesitting Wanted ........3300 Garage Space..................3310 Storage Space ................3320 Stores/Commercial ..........3330 Office Space ....................3340 Industrial ..........................3350 Warehouse Space............3360 Resorts & Cottages..........3370 Pasture/Land....................3380 Mobile Lot ........................3390

plus GST/HST

Value Ad Network

Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association toll free 1-800-282-6903 x228 email andrea@awna.com or visit this community newspaper

WHAT ARE THEY GOOD FOR? ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING.

12345

Pasture

Customizable and secure. From storage to workspace.

780 440 4037 | SEACAN.COM

3180

PASTURE & HAY LAND. 400 - 8000 acres of year round water supply. Full operational with management available. Central Saskatchewan. Crossfenced & complete infrastructure. Natural springs excellent water. Shortly ready to locate cattle. Other small & large grain & pasture quarters. $150k - $2.6m. Call Doug Rue 306-716-2671.

Mobile Lot Steel containers from 8' to 53'. 20' & 40' skids with optional 4' landings available. Mount with twist locks.

2190

HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas Real Estate for feed. Buying damaged #4000 - #4190 or offgrade grain. â&#x20AC;&#x153;On Realtors & Services..........4010 Farm Pickupâ&#x20AC;? Westcan Houses for Sale................4020 Feed & Grain, Houses Wanted ................4030 1-877-250-5252.

1930

e Squeezthe MOST out of your advertising dollars

Add this feature to your next career ad booking

Grain, Feed Hay

Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY

Wanted To Buy

1590

Clothing

1760

3190

PADS $450/mo. Brand new park in Lacombe. Spec Mobiles. 3 Bdrm., 2 bath. As Low as $75,000. Down payment $4000. Call at anytime. 403-588-8820

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

4090

Manufactured Homes

GRANDVIEW MODULAR HOMES Now Offering 24 X 68 Homes. Starting from $157,900 including delivery (Conditions apply). Call one of our two locations for details: 403-945-1272 (Airdrie) or 403-347-0417 (Red Deer).

SHOWHOME BLOWOUT! 36 homes built and ready to be delivered before Thanksgiving. Free insulated skirting package on all remaining homes, until Sept. 19th only; www. jandelhomes.com.

Buildings For Sale

4150

LOOKING FOR a shop? Post Frame Buildings. AFAB Industries has experience, expertise, reliability and great construction practices. For a free quote, contact Ryan Smith 403-818-0797 or email: ryan.afab@gmail.com. STEEL BUILDINGS. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Summer Madness Sale!â&#x20AC;? All buildings, all models. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll think weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve gone Mad deals. Call now and get your deal. Call Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca.

Lots For Sale

4160

MacKENZIE Ranch, Lacombe, duplex lots, 4 left. Ideal first time home buyer or investment. Builder terms available. 403-556-3123

Investments

4410

GET MORE COVERAGE WITH YOUR AD JUST ASK FOR THE

CLASSIFIED N.E. BUY â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘

Ponoka News Stettler Independent Bashaw Star Castor Advance Weekender Lacombe Express Pipestone Flyer

Starting at 25 words for $53.55 Call toll free 1-877-223-3311 or Local 403-309-3300

14 Lacombe Express

Thursday, September 17, 2015

Careers MÉTIS POWER LINE TECHNICIAN PROGRAM

Fraser River Chevrolet, Quesnel BC is currently looking for a 2 full time:

REACH NEW HEIGHTS WITH A NEW CAREER Gain the skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience that will prepare you for employment as a ﬁrst year Power Line Technician or Power Systems Electrician Apprentice. Space is limited, so apply today! Application Deadline: October 1, 2015 Call: 1-888-48-MÉTIS (1-888-486-3847) online at: www.metisemployment.ca

Certified GM Journeyman Technicians Immediately! Fraser River GM offers a full benefit package including Medical, Dental, Life Insurance and RRSP plans. Compensation to be determined based on experience and skill set. Funded in part by the Government of Canada.

Please apply in person with resume to Shane Thon or Laura Lockhart – please include references and a drivers abstract. 340 Carson Avenue, Quesnel, BC, V2J 2B3 or email: sthon@shaw.ca

Central Alberta Co-op Ltd

is a diverse co-operative retailing organization with over 65,000 members in the Central Alberta area. We are currently recruiting for:

Liquor Store @ Lacombe Regular Part Time position is responsible for: • Customer service • Operation of Cash Register/bagging customer goods • Merchandising, building displays • Maintaining company standards including signage and loss prevention. Required: • Minimum 18 years of age • 24-36 hours per week, Àexible availability • Physically demanding, must be able to lift 50 lbs. • Moving and handling stock, heavy lifting on repeated basis • Liquor experience an asset Central Alberta Co-op offers: Competitive salary, excellent bene¿ts including Extended Health and Vision Care, Dental, Long Term Disability, Group and Dependent Life Insurance, Pension, and personal development opportunities. Apply in person: 7, 5832 Hwy 2A Lacombe, AB Fax: 403-782-8994 E-mail: c.krogman@centralab.coop We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

is a diverse co-operative retailing organization with over 65,000 members in the Central Alberta area. We are currently recruiting for:

Deli Clerk & Grocery Clerk @ Lacombe Food Store

Deli Clerk: Casual part time position: 24 hrs per week, great student hours, evenings & weekends. Job duties include: Customer service; food preparation; merchandising Deli area; rotation of products; Deli experience an asset. Grocery Clerk: Regular part time: 24-36 hrs per week. Job duties include: Customer service; stocking, facing, signing; ordering; maintaining merchandising standards; some heavy lifting required. Position requires: Àexible availability Sunday through Saturday; quick learner, adaptable, ability to multitask. Central Alberta Co-op offers competitive salary, excellent bene¿ts for regular part time position. Apply in person at Lacombe Food Store 5842 Hwy 2A Lacombe, AB T4L 2G5 Email: c.krogman@centralab.coop Fax: 403-782-5504 We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

At Your Service: We can WE “Hail P Proof” YOU DEDUCyour home. Ask us how! *some condi

ROOFING & EXTERIORS

1.855.522.9226 www.BigTopRoofing.com A Full Service Exteriors Company

Advertise your service or business here for a month and receive a 20% DISCOUNT! DISCOUNT!

Call Hilary at 403.782.5303

•BOBCATS •GRADERS •LOADERS •TRUCKS •TRACK HOES •AGRICULTURE •DEMOLITION •EXCAVATION •GENERAL CONTRACTING •SAND/GRAVEL •SUBDIVISION WORK

CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION

For All Your Excavation Needs 403.782.3437

www.dbbobcat.com

ACCREDITED BUSINESS ®

•Skidsteer Services •Gravel Hauling •Excavating •Snow Removal

403.304.3887 www.drakeex.ca Your Quality Excavating Solution

www.roerooﬁng.ca 403-350-8628

403-748-2628

JIM’S

SEPTIC TANK SERVICE Services we offer: • RESIDENTIAL RE-ROOFING • NEW CONSTRUCTION • SOFFIT, FASCIA & SIDING • EAVESTROUGHS

• 10 year warranty on all labour • 35 year, 50 year & lifetime warranty on asphalt shingles • Fully licensed, insured and coverd by WCB • Free Hail damage Inspections & Insurance claims

Call for a free, no obligation estimate today 780-242-7877

403-748-2628 403-350-8628

Thursday, September 17, 2015

Lacombe Express 15

ARTS & LEISURE

Jess Moskaluke on tour with Dean Brody and Paul Brandt BY MARK WEBER Lacombe Express There isn’t much that singer Jess Moskaluke isn’t applying her creative energies to these days. With everything from a recordbreaking single and a new lip gloss line to multiple accolades and awards including her first Juno nominations for Country Album of the Year and Breakthrough Artist of the Year, she is indeed dazzling the country world. Not to mention she also landed honours for ‘Female Artist of the Year, for the second year in a row at the Canadian Country Music Awards this past weekend. She’ll be performing Oct. 6th at the Centrium in Red Deer as part of Paul Brandt’s fall tour. “I am beyond thrilled – they are both such huge names,” said Moskaluke of both Brandt and Dean Brody. “And they’ve done so much for our Canadian country music industry. I’m beyond honoured to be part of this tour.” Interestingly, the first concert she ever attended was a Paul Brandt show. “So I’m really excited to join him on tour because he has been such a huge influence in her musical career.” Meanwhile, her growing fan base is evident with a online following in the millions, and receiving her official Silver Play Button Youtube award for breaking 100,000 subscribers. As mentioned, she won her first 2014 Canadian Country Music Association award for Female Artist of the Year in addition to receiving two additional nominations – Rising Star of the Year and Interactive Artist of the Year. She was also crowned the 2011 CCMA Awards New Artist Showcase winner. Produced by Corey Crowder and mixed by Scott Cooke, her hit single Cheap Wine and Cigarettes quickly became the highest charting song on the iTunes top 200 singles chart for any Canadian artist. With this second single off of her 10-track CD Light Up the Night, she also achieved gold record status becoming the first Canadian female solo country artist to surpass 40,000-plus downloads for a song since Shania Twain. She then released Used last September, followed by her latest single Night We Won’t Forget this past January. “It was so much fun working with Corey Crowder and John Mark Cappers – never a dull moment,” she said, reflecting on her recording experiences with the talented duo. “Their hard work and dedication to

make that record really put my mind at ease, and I know they worked night and day to make sure we were all 100 per cent happy with this album,” she said. As to her start with music, it’s been a rather natural and organic progression. Her family wasn’t overly musical per se, but they’ve always been extremely supportive, she explained. “It wasn’t something I grew up doing, except singing in the church choir a little bit.” Then a few opportunities to solo surfaced, along with some voice lesson opportunities. “The next thing that happened was just putting some stuff up on YouTube and again, it just progressed from there. “I really fell in love with it all as it was happening.” As to country music in particular, there’s much about it she loves including the supportive community that seems to be integral to the genre. “The thing I love most about the genre are the fans in particular – they are so loyal and they are such a welcoming community.” Also, with country melding with sensibilities from other genres from pop to rock to hip-hop these days, the opportunities to stretch one’s creative muscles are plentiful. There really hasn’t been a better time to be in the country music industry, she pointed out. “I have more freedom musically than I feel like I have ever had in my life, and that’s really fun to experiment with to be able to ﬁnd my own sound.” Her debut single Good Lovin’ hit number 17 on the Canadian country BDS charts and was featured on the Country Hits 2014 compilation CD. Last April, Good Lovin’ also won Song of the Year at the 2014 Saskatchewan Country Music Awards in addition to her also receiving both a 2014 SCMA Fan Choice Entertainer of the Year nod and her second consecutive SCMA Female Vocalist of the Year title. On a more personal note, she recalls a saying of John Wayne - “Courage is being scared to death but saddling up anyway.” She can still hear her father sharing this, encouraging her as she contemplated what the future might hold. Sadly, he passed away in 2006 after a lengthy battle with multiple sclerosis, but his memory lives on in her music. “My dad is my hero for teaching me how to be brave, and that being brave is not the absence of fear, but rather in the presence of fear possessing the ability to overcome emotions and persevere,” she said.

COUNTRY STRONG – Singer Jess Moskaluke is excited to be joining Paul Brandt and Dean Brody on their current tour which makes a stop Oct. 6th at the Centrium in Red Deer. Nathan Elson photo

These days, when she is not on the road touring, she primarily splits her time between her home base in Saskatchewan and writing in Nashville. And she’s busy gearing up for the release of her new EP Kiss Me Quiet on Sept. 25th. The six-song EP also includes two acoustic tracks. Moskaluke likes to release EPs on a consistent basis as it keep fans receiving new material.

“I feel like EPs allow an artist to release music more frequently – you can constantly keep the music fresh. “It’s really a fun, upbeat, country-pop album. It’s something I’m really proud of in terms of the collection of songs.” For ticket information about the October concert, check out www.ticketmaster.ca. editor@reddeerexpress.com

ARTS & LEISURE

16 Lacombe Express

Thursday, September 17, 2015

Colonoscopy - if it’s good for the president, it’s good for you

Single

White

How foolish some people are. Even when it means dying from a large bowel cancer at an early age. I`ve seen it happen many times over the years. So here are 10 points that can prevent this needless tragedy. One - about 90% of colon cancer occurs in people over 50 years of age. This provides ample time to detect and treat this malignancy. But there is one big hurdle, and I`ve heard friends and patients react to it over and over again. They casually respond, “Yes, I`m going to have a colonoscopy one of these days.” Ninety-nine per cent of the time this means none of these days. And I’ve seen some of these people die horrible deaths from this common preventable malignancy. Two – colon cancer usually starts in the inner lining of the intestine. A polyp, a ﬂeshy growth, slowly develops, often remaining non-cancerous for years. But, when polyps turn into cancer, 95% called adenocarcinomas, by this time cancerous cells have spread to the liver and other parts of the body.

Dr. Gifford

JONES Three – do not conclude you can wait until early symptoms appear and then consult your doctor. You can have an advanced malignancy without any early symptoms. Four – the ﬁrst warning sign (not early sign) of colon cancer and the most common one is rectal bleeding. Sometimes a small amount of blood will appear on the stool. Or blood from earlier bleeding which was not detected may give stools a tarry appearance. Or a large amount of blood will be present in the toilet bowl. And on rare occasions, an enlarging cancer will cause intestinal obstruction. Five - the best way to diagnose a precancerous bowel polyp is by colonoscopy. A lighted ﬂexible instrument is inserted into the rectum and gradually and slowly

inched forward until it has explored the entire bowel. If a polyp is discovered a wired loop is placed around it and the polyp removed. Six – some patients who refuse the colonoscopy procedure can use a test to check for blood in the stool that cannot be seen by the naked eye. But if the test is positive, it’s mandatory to have a colonoscopy. Never fool yourself that it’s as accurate as this procedure. Seven – many people refuse colonoscopy due to embarrassment and fear that it’s a painful procedure. Forget the embarrassment. If the President of the U.S. or the Queen of England can submit to one, so can you. I’ve had several colonoscopies by 8 a.m. and returned to the ofﬁce by 9 a.m. without sedation. But if a few cramps bother you, sedation is available. Some people worry about possible complications. But only on rare occasion is the bowel injured or bleeding occurs during removal of polyps. Eight – today, colon cancer is

the second leading cause of death in this country. Only lung cancer is responsible for more deaths. We do not have a reliable way to diagnose precancerous lesions of the lung. But we can detect precancerous lesions of the colon. So it’s a tragedy when so many still die of this disease. Nine – there’s no general agreement on when to have a colonoscopy. Ninty per cent of colon cancer occurs after 50 years of age. But since some begin earlier, I believe it’s prudent to have a colonoscopy in the early 30s. Moreover, since 10 to 15% of colon malignancies occur in those with a close relative who has the disease, all the more reason to arrange for an early colonoscopy. It’s a win/win situation. Ten – if I still haven’t convinced you that colonoscopy can save your life, what should you do? I’d suggest seeing a psychiatrist. After all, isn’t it reasonable to seek an answer for why anyone would refuse a sure cure for colon cancer? Visit www.docgiff.com.

New events this year at the Culture and Harvest Festival BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express

Space

The annual Culture and Harvest Festival is back with new exciting events to entertain all ages. In addition to horsedrawn carriage rides, pancake breakfasts, open museum tours, a community farmers market and more, this year will also feature an outdoor concert at Cranna Lake, events at the Flying Cross Ranch and a special historical designation event at the Lacombe Blacksmith Shop. The event kicks off on Thursday, Sept. 24th and

carries through to Sept. 27th. “Friday night we’ve got a huge event happening out at Cranna Lake. The day starts with the farmers’ market, with a few activities throughout the day but at night is when we will have our great big community event. We’re going to have a community market and some activities, and live musical performances,” said Marie Péron of Lacombe Regional Tourism. “Our opening act will be Natalia Wells, and our main performers are The Klamdaggers out of Red Deer. They’re quite popular in the area. It should be

a lot of fun for the festival. I don’t believe that they’ve played in Lacombe, so that should be something different for everyone to enjoy. That concert will be capped off with the big ﬁrework show.” The Talk Derby to Me mystery dinner theatre event will occur out at Flying Cross Ranch, located just outside of Lacombe on Milton Road. This event is $80, which includes a full dinner and an evening performance hosted by ZAP! Theatre Company. As well, for the ﬁrst time the Sisters of Soul concert event hosted by Burman

University will be held in association with the Culture and Harvest Festival. It will occur at the Lacombe Memorial Centre this year to allow for more community participation. “Most of the events for the festival are free, unless they are speciﬁcally mentioned as ticketed. Almost everything on the calendar is a free, public event. “In addition to the new events, we’ve also got the popular events that people expect now as part of the festival – one of those being the horse drawn wagon rides. We’ll be doing those all weekend long. This year, those will be going downtown so people can

A special Thank You to the following for their ﬁnancial support during our 2014-15 program year.

creative

long term relationship... CALL ANYTIME TO ADVERTISE

403

782-5303

kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

LACOMBE AND DISTRICT SPECIAL OLYMPICS

...seeking

ad for

do a historical tour of the downtown area on a horsedrawn wagon.” On Sept. 25th a special ceremony will be held at the Lacombe Blacksmith Shop when the facility will receive its ofﬁcial historical designation through the City of Lacombe. Péron said the event should be very fun, and will be followed by a community barbecue. The event is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. As well, the Children’s County Fair is a great place for families with young children to have some fun. It takes place from 1 to 4 p.m. at the LMC on Saturday.

DEVELOPMENT PERMITS Current to September 19, 2015

Permitted Use Take notice that the following development permits have been approved as PERMITTED USES in that they conform in every ry respect to the Land Use Bylaw: DATE

PERMIT#

LOCATION

DEVELOPMENT

September 19

61/252.81

5230 45 Street Unit 25

Occupancy – Pet Grooming Shop

September 19

61/252.87

80 Hathaway Lane

Fireplace Installation

Documents pertaining to the development permits may be inspected at City Hall, 5432-56 Avenue, during regular business hours. Anyone claiming to be affected by the approval of the Permitted Uses with Variances or Discretionary Uses may submit an objection within 14 days from the date of notice. The appeal must be in writing, accompanied with a $50.00 fee and be directed to: Lacombe Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, Attn: Secretary to the SDAB, 5432 - 56 Avenue Lacombe, AB T4L 1E9

Lacombe Motor Dealers Association Weidner Motors Empire Auto Sales Heritage Chrysler Jeep

Other Donations and Sponsors Burden Family Farms Mirror Legion Branch # 583 Law Enforcement Torch Run Lacoka Rotary Golf Xseed Ag Products Challenge Lacombe Daybreak Club ATB Financial Ponoka Rotary Club Helping Hands A special thank you to the coaches, volunteers, families, care providers, community members and businesses that recognize and support our athletes. REGISTRATION NIGHT AND START-UP FOR 2014-15 FALL PROGRAMS 5 Pin Bowling- Tuesday October 6th, 6:00 AM Ambassador Bowling Lanes Swimming –Wednesday October 7th, 5:30 Burman University Aquatic Center For more information phone Dwayne Campbell at 40-782-6921 Or email: adnil06@telus .net

Lacombe Express 17

Thursday, September 17, 2015

SPORTS

MOVING FORWARD – The Bentley Generals are busy these days gearing up for another Chinook Hockey League season. Pictured here is a game from last season when the Generals took on the Fort Saskatchewan Chiefs.

File photo

Bentley Generals look to secure top spot this season BY ZACHARY CORMIER Lacombe Express The Bentley Generals are in the midst of preparing for another tough Chinook Hockey League season. The senior men’s AAA hockey team is looking to follow up on last year’s whirlwind season, which saw them win the Chinook Hockey League title and almost claim a national championship. The Generals had a strong showing last season. After ﬁnishing the regular season with 23 wins and only a single loss, the Generals stormed their way to the Chinook League ﬁnal where they swept the Innisfail Eagles in four games, clinching a birth in the Al-

lan Cup tournament, which is Canada’s national championship at the senior men’s AAA level. “We always talked about winning our last game and we put ourselves in a good situation to do that in the Allan Cup ﬁnal,” said Head Coach Ryan Tolbin. The team went all the way to the ﬁnal game of the tournament, but lost 2-0 to the South East Prairie Thunder from Manitoba. “That (last game) didn’t turn out the way we wanted, obviously, but we learn from that and we move on, we regroup and we reload,” Tolbin said. He added the club’s goal this year is to get back to the Allan Cup. “It’s a bit of a disappointment but we have a chance to make good on it this year.”

Training camp is currently underway for the Generals, who will see a number of new as well as returning faces on their roster. “It’ll be exciting. We’re losing some key guys but hopefully the guys who come in can do a job for us,” said Tolbin, noting that while there has been a higher turnover of players than previous years, he hopes the new players can step up and contribute. Camp opened last Wednesday with the ﬁrst on-ice session of the season. Since then the team has held two skates. The Generals will play their ﬁrst exhibition game on Friday against the Red Deer College Kings at the Red Deer Arena. Then it’s off to Calgary on Saturday night for another exhibition matchup against the SAIT Trojans.

“We’re in pretty good shape so it’ll be a good test for us early on,” said Tolbin. The coach also added that while the team’s expectations are high and their ultimate goal is to make it back to the Allan Cup, they are taking nothing for granted. “You have to come out of your province ﬁrst and we have a very good league here. We have to take care of that ﬁrst and there’s no looking ahead. There are no guarantees. The bottom line is it’s hard to get to that tournament and it’s even harder to win it,” said Tolbin. “One step at a time. That’s the way we approach things.” The Generals will kick off the regular season at the Lacombe Arena on Oct. 17th with a tilt against the Rosetown Redwings. zcormier@lacombeexpress.com

Is your Hot Tub giving you grief? Let the BioGuard experts test your water! By using the correct BioGuard product at the correct Ɵme - you’ll save Ɵme, me money and the environment environment.

Your local BioGuard Experts - Sun N Fun Pool & Spa a

Visit us at our NEW location! #3, 6782 - 50 Avenue, Red Deer, AB

403-346-4465 www.sunnfun.ca

SPORTS

18 Lacombe Express

Thursday, September 17, 2015

A heads up on concussions and how to handle them Local expert offers information on prevention and treatment of injuries BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express Concussions are fairly common in sports such as hockey, ringette and football – all sports that are currently underway or preparing to start their seasons. A concussion can happen at any time throughout the year but with the start of the ice sport season, it is a good time for coaches, parents and athletes to start thinking about how to handle the injury. “Concussions are a big issue, especially in amateur sport. In professional sport, there are fancy trainers that ensure the athletes all get back to sport appropriately, but for amateur sports there aren’t the same resources,” said local physiotherapist Laurin Wright. “The issue is that athletes are not often managed properly when they have a concussion. Most of the time, they go back to sport when they feel better – however, symptoms are not always an accurate way of

assessing when a concussion injury is healed.” Wright said that although symptoms such as headache, dizziness or disorientation fade it doesn’t necessarily mean that the athlete is ready to go back to playing. She said this is extremely dangerous because compounding concussions can lead to serious injury or loss of life. One thing that Wright recommended for local athletes is to take part in the Baseline Testing program available at Lacombe Physiotherapy. It is a program managed by Complete Concussion Management, a national organization. “Essentially, it’s about testing the athlete before their season and before they get injured so that we know they are ‘normal’,” explained Wright. “All of the Baseline Testing is based on things like cognitive tests, balance testing, reaction time, grip strength – a whole bunch of different things that are accurate enough to show if a person still has a concussion even when symptoms

“THE THING THAT YOU HAVE TO REMEMBER ABOUT CONCUSSIONS IS THAT THOSE SYMPTOMS ARE THE INITIAL IMPACT SYMPTOMS. MOST PEOPLE WILL START TO FEEL A BIT BETTER AFTER A FEW MINUTES, WHICH DOESN’T MEAN THAT THEY SHOULD GO BACK TO PLAY. USUALLY, THEY HAVEN’T HIT THE NEXT PHASE OF THEIR CONCUSSION, WHICH IS USUALLY 15 MINUTES AFTER THE INITIAL CONCUSSION, AND THEN A PERSON GETS WORSE.” LAURIN WRIGHT are gone.” The test costs $65 per person. With the test, an athlete will receive a designated code that can be used in Baseline Testing facilities around the country. With this code, if athletes travel for their sport and get a concussion, their results can be compared to their initial test. “The important part of this is we know what an athlete was like before they get a concussion,” Wright said. “Maybe one kid has poor balance and they get a concussion, they may not even pass the balance test at all,” she said. “It could be the other way around – the athlete could score very well the ﬁrst time and do poorly or average the next time, so

we’d know they are still concussed.” Wright recommends the testing be done prior to the athlete’s season or early on so that any injuries can be more easily monitored. “The initial concussion isn’t often the most serious. The worst thing that can happen is an athlete can get a concussion, not fully recover and gets a second concussion while their brain is in a vulnerable state. It’s called secondimpact syndrome, and it can result in brain damage or death. That’s why it’s so important to not return an athlete to sport too soon,” she said. “A concussion, as long as it’s managed properly, won’t usually leave residual effects. It’s more when an athlete receives a

secondary concussion that things become an issue.” Wright said that Lacombe Physiotherapy is hoping to host evening group sessions, where many young athletes can come through and do different stations. This way, teams could come together and it would be an efﬁcient process. Additionally, because registered physiotherapists host the event it can be claimed as a physiotherapy assessment for beneﬁt reasons. Wright said that there are a variety of symptoms that can stem from a person being concussed. “Usually the most common things that people notice right away with a concussion is headache, dizziness and pain – those things. Sometimes there is sensitivity to noise. Loss of consciousness isn’t too common, but even if it does happen it doesn’t mean the concussion is more severe,” she said. “A concussion is basically a discharge of all the neurons at the same time – that’s why people get confused.” Even if a person is not hit directly in the head they can become concussed. Wright explained that a hard hit to the body could accelerate to the head, leading to a concussion. “The thing that you have to remember about concussions is that those symp-

toms are the initial impact symptoms. Most people will start to feel a bit better after a few minutes, which doesn’t mean that they should go back to play. Usually, they haven’t hit the next phase of their concussion, which is usually 15 minutes after the initial concussion, and then a person gets worse,” she said. “Especially for coaches and parents, it’s important to know that it doesn’t have to be a hit to the head and it might take some time to show up.” She said that sometimes athletes with a concussion could experience a change in mood – maybe laughing or crying when it is out of character for them. She said that not all concussions require hospitalization and there are ways to decide which concussions needs further treatment. “What you want to watch for in the ﬁrst 24 to 48 hours is a severely increasing headache, loss on consciousness, the athlete not being able to respond, starting to slur their speech – those are the big red ﬂags that say something is wrong,” she said. Coaches, athletes and parents should all be aware of the signs and symptoms and should take necessary precautions to ensure the athlete is totally healed before returning to sport, she said. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

Mention this ad & receive

No Job Too Small

10% OFF

Driveways • Walkways Patios • Courtyards Parking Lots • Asphalt Paving

Commercial & Residential Contact us anytime to arrange a free, no-obligation, on-site consultation and estimate.

IC ASPHALT 587-337-9111

Book Your Patio Heater Rentals During The Month Of October And Receive 25% Off

Where: Lacombe

Memorial Centre When: October 17th, 2015

7882 Edgar Industrial Way Unit E1, Red Deer, AB, T4P 3R2 | Ph: 403.343.1878

Bar opens @ 6:00: meal @ 7:00 pm: Dance to follow

Dinner and Dance

Tickets cost just $50 Available at:

“The Culinary Gift Shoppe” Main Street lacombe or by calling: Tim: 403-782-7974 Ron: 403-782-5576 Proceeds Support Local Community Projects

PATIO HEATERS

www.lacombeexpress.com

Keep in Touch

Lacombe Express 19

Thursday, September 17, 2015

HOMES & LIVING

CLASSIC – This dining room in a Falcon Homes show home in Sylvan Lake features soft colours for a relaxing experience.

Jenna Swan/Lacombe Express

Home exchanges can offer a whole new perspective I am a die-hard fan of a web site called home exchange. It is my dream to someday travel to the sunny shores pf Greece and house sit for someone while I take in their culture, food and the unique atmosphere of their home. The movie The Holiday starring Kate Winslet is a wonderful portrayal of a young lady travelling from snowy England to trade homes with a lady in California. The ﬁrst scenes of her in her new environment are delightful as she discovers many modern conveniences and beautiful weather. To me, this is the ultimate in feeding my voyeuristic need to see what homes look like on the inside as it expands my design horizons; this is probably why I love B&B’s so much. While we all can’t travel overseas to immerse ourselves in a foreign country there is opportunity to experience a more local

Kim

WYSE aspect of home exchange. Several years ago I rented a cabin on the shores of Comox B.C. and spent a few days watching the tide and experiencing the lull of the ocean as it crept forward to welcome me at tide. The house was fully stocked and all I had to bring was clothes and groceries. Books, games and DVDs were all available as I was living in the owner’s environment for just a short time. It was a transformative experience and one I could not have achieved in a hotel. Let’s bring this experience even closer to home. Have you ever considered house sitting

for a friend or neighbour? This may not be the dream vacation but consider the experiences you may have while living in someone else’s environment. Maybe they have a ﬁreplace or a jacuzzi tub or a media room that you presently do not have in your home. They might have an amazing mattress for you to rest on and a collection of novels just waiting for you to enjoy. Cooking at their home will shake up your routine as their spice cupboard will be very different from your own and you will have a different view of the world for a few days. You may discover that movie you have always wanted to watch in their collection and you play a board game with your family that you don’t currently own. It might be fun to arrange a home exchange with people in your life to whom you are close. My colleague Colleen has a hot tub and

it would be my pleasure to hang out at her house for a weekend in her beautiful backyard and to curl up on her cozy sofa enjoying the ultra modern surround sound media system. The change would seem like a mini-vacation on my part and it would help her out if she ever needed a cat sitter for a few days. If you live in the city, trade with someone on an acreage. Living in an apartment can feel claustrophobic at times so get away for a few days and house sit for someone you know who has a big house and a yard so you can hone your horticultural skills. It’s all about gaining a different perspective on the world and nothing does that quite as effectively as immersing yourself in another environment. It could be fun and is a very thrifty form of vacation getaway! Kim Wyse is a local freelance designer. Find her on facebook at ‘Ask a Designer’.

FALL CLOSET SWITCH OUT SALE!

SAVE

25%

OFF

One Block South of Costco & Galaxy Cinemas

All

Closet Shelving *Valid September 1st – 30th, 2015. See store for details.

Monday – Friday: 9am – 6pm; Saturday: 10am – 5pm

Entry Closets

Bedroom Closets

Laundry Rooms

403.309.6894 www.canadiancloset.ca

20 Lacombe Express

Thursday, September 17, 2015

This may only be used with a minimum purchase of at least $100 ( including turkey) before applicable taxes at CO-OP© or THE MARKETPLACE™ Food Stores (excludes tobacco, alcohol, prescriptions, gift cards, phone cards, lottery tickets, transit tickets all third party operations (post ofﬁce, gas bar, etc.) We will reduce the ﬁnal bill by $10.00 (maximum $10.00 reduction per transaction). Limit one coupon per family purchase. No cash value. No copies. Coupon must be presented to the cashier at time of purchase. Valid from Friday, September 18 until closing Monday, October 12, 2015. Cannot be combined with any other coupons or promotional offers. Final consumer price per pound will vary depending on actual turkey size purchased

Three Day Sale - Sep 18-20 Co-op Rib Grilling Steak

Italian Bread

$17.61/kg Cut In-store from Canada AA Grade Beef or Higher - Aged 14 Days - First 2

7.99lb

4 for

450g

FRIDAY, Sept. 18 to THURSDAY, Sept. 24

Seedless Grapes

Purex or Cashmere Bathroom Tissue

$4.39/kg Red or Green - No. 1 Grade Produce of U.S.A.

1.99 lb

Co-op Gold Natural Spring Water

each Selected Varieties - 12 Double Rolls First 2

4.99

General Mills Cereal

2 for

12x500ml

plus dep and enviro

Kraft Cracker Barrel Shreds

Selected Varieties - 525-720g

Selected Varieties - 250-320g First 2

each

2 for

5.99

Navel Oranges

each

$2.18/kg

4.99

.99¢lb

Imported

Natural Bakery Canadian Rye Bread

500g

Extra Lean Ground Beef

$11/kg Ground Fresh Daily - Value Pack

4.99 lb

Central Alberta Co-op English Estates Centre – Lacombe 403-782-6200 Open Daily until 9pm www.centralab.coop