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Chinook’s Edge School Division to develop sexual orientation and gender identity policy BY JENNA SWAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS The Chinook’s Edge School Division is currently undergoing conversations to draft administrative procedures to define and outline procedures to support lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual and queer (LGBTQ) students, staff and families who may be undergoing concerns around sexual orientation and gender identity. Recently family wellness workers and counsellors from the school division took part in a seminar with a leader educator from the University of Alberta, Dr. Kris Wells, as part of the Board’s commitment to support all LGBTQ persons in their schools. Wanda Christensen, associate superintendent of student services for Chinook’s Edge, explained Dr. Wells has visited the Chinook’s Edge in the past when they were creating their creation of a ‘Safe and Caring Schools’ policy last year. She added Wells has done extensive research, advocacy and education in the LGBTQ community across the country. Christensen stated she was pleased Wells was able to share his research and discuss strategies for being as effective as possible in supporting LGBTQ students in the division’s schools as they go forward with the creation of their admin procedures. “We felt that after developing some strategies and implementing them last year that we still had more work to do in supporting our students when it comes to sexual orientation and gender identity,” explained Christensen. “After working with the Safe and Caring Schools committee to help the schools develop the Safe and Caring admin procedures it came to our attention

that we should move forward in supporting our children and youth in this way, “It was a first step in bringing awareness and good solid research to the division and we will continue to work alongside him as we continue to build our admin procedure and implement it in the school division.” On a provincial level, similar conversations have been happening in other school divisions across Alberta following a November 4th announcement by the Minister of Education, David Eggen, stating all school boards in the province are expected to have policies which specifically support LGBTQ students and staff. While this may have come as a surprise to some school boards, Christensen said this has been a priority policy to Chinook’s Edge for some time. “We had already been having these conversations before the Minister announced it would be mandatory. Around a year ago it became very clear to us as a division that we needed to move forward in supporting our youth in this matter,” she explained. “My first experience with transgender youth came around 10 years ago while I was working in another division - they were in Gr. 2 and very young,” “Over the years as I learned

more about the topic I realized we have a number of students in the division who might not be supported in the best ways possible so it was encouraged around a year ago that the board start to have these conversations.” Chinook’s Edge stated they hope the policy creation will allow them to honour LGBTQ students and staff in the best ways possible and ensure school leaders are aware and have strategies in place to support them. “Our hope is that by bringing awareness and education in and arming our staff with good solid strategies to support them then everything from the language used to the environments we create to ensure we have safe places for youth are all some of the strategies we will be implementing,” said Christensen. “Above and beyond that it is really about open communication and continuing to enhance our inclusive environments so that our population of students experiencing struggles around sexual orientation and gender

identity would feel supported and know that we care for them, we support them and we value them.” She added Chinook’s Edge has been receiving a great deal of positive feedback on the initiative thus far despite the sensitivity of the subject. Among those praising the school division are principals of H.J. Cody High School, Dave Elwood, and Fox Run Middle School principal, Don Rattray. Principal Elwood stated H.J. Cody wishes to support their students in the best way possible.

“The level of openness, inclusion and tolerance over the last 10 years has greatly increased within many schools and school boards. Never did I think I would see school board adopting these policies let alone the province mandating them,” said Elwood. “We know we have groups of kids looking for identity in all ways, not just around gender and sexual orientation and we just want all of them to know that we are here to help in any way we can. We’ve always responded to the needs of our kids - it’s our job as a school to support all of our students and make them feel as safe as possible.” “The drafted admin procedures will give schools the direction and support to do their jobs to the best of their abilities and help our students

as best we can. I really must commend the school board for learning about the needs of kids right beside us and using their collective to really make life better for kids.” Principal Rattray stated in the past he feels the environment of Fox Run School has always been one of inclusion very similar to H.J Cody, however he feels the procedures being developed will make sure all of the school’s in all reaches of Chinook’s Edge will be on the same page. “We need to support all students and make them feel safe and welcome,” said Rattray. Chinook’s Edge expects the administrative procedure to be formalized within the next month. Editor@sylvanlakenews.com

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know what? That’s a load of crap. Sorry… but it is. Nobody has time to work out. Nobody has time for anything. I don’t know about you, but I do not have a wallet full of time I can pull out and use. I have to manage my time, just like everyone else. I must choose to exercise because I know, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that fitness creates and gives more than it takes. Fitness gives my energy back to me after work has taken it. Fitness makes my blood pump, my hormones balance, my systems clear, my toxins sweat out, my intestines jostle, which helps me eliminate. I sleep better, I have more energy, I enjoy food more, life is just plain better. Period. I took a year off racing recently and honestly, I was a mess. I was lost without my goals and my

schedule. I was grumpier and fell into worse habits like T.V. and eating junk. I know that if fitness isn’t your ‘thing’, that this might all sound alien to you. It might sound silly or odd or make no sense. I mean working out is hard right? It takes time right? Yes, but understand fitness is an investment that pays off again and again. Watching T.V. to try and forget your day will never, ever make your life better. Ever. Go for a walk, a run, a bike, a swim, a boot camp class, a dance, it doesn’t matter – something that makes your heart shine and your face light up. You have to trust me here folks. I have been a trainer for 17 years and I can say for a fact that you are better when you work out. So go out there and have a great day!!! Happy Training! Scott

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she was right. I grabbed my gear and headed out the door. I only had time for a 30 minute run but I have to tell you something - I walked back in to the house a totally different man. My woes, troubles, concerns, and stress melted away with each step I took. I started out mad and frustrated, but as I ran, as the beauty of Sylvan Lake sunk in the trees, the birds, the fields, the lake, the trails - perspective came back. As I got back to my breath, my body, my rhythms - I returned to my true self. My smile walked through the house before I did, and my wife greeted me as I arrived. “There’s my husband!” she said. She was totally right. So many people tell me they do not have time to work out because of…. whatever reason. You

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age my destiny and help people every day. However, if you know a business owner, you know that it isn’t always sunshine and roses. If you work for someone else, which I still clearly remember, that too can be amazing, and again, is not always sunshine and roses either. I vividly remember coming home once from a particularly rough day. I came through the door and my wife asked me how my day was. I remember grumbling and going on about how brutal it was, and Hilary said, “You need to go for a run.” I started up about how I didn’t have time, that I had all this stuff to do and I wasn’t in the mood, and blah, blah, blah. She looked at me as only a wife of 21 years can do and told me again, that I REALLY needed to go for a run. I stopped talking, looked at her and knew

As we watch the days get shorter, it forces us inside. For others, it can force us into things such as depression. The sun is our main source of vitamin D. Vitamin D is a steroid hormone that controls

the expression of over 1000 different physiological processes in the body. That’s over 1,000 different functions controlled by vitamin D. It’s primarily synthesized by the skin after ultra violet B (UVB) irradiation. Less sun in the winter, means less vitamin D - so in order to prevent depression and other disorders it is important to intake more foods that contain vitamin D and/or supplement. Foods that contain vitamin D include fish, egg yolk, cereals, milk, beef, liver and cheese. Mushrooms that have been out in the sun are also a great source of vitamin D. Ultimately, the best way to safely get your vitamin D is to eat it. However, too much can sometimes

be as bad as too little. It’s important to get your levels checked often. As far as supplementation goes, the National Institute of Medicine (NIM) set the tolerable upper intake of vitamin D to 4000 International Units (UI). It’s also vital for strong bones and teeth. The only way the body can absorb calcium is through vitamin D. It helps boost the immune system, fighting away things like the common cold and flus. Low vitamin D can cause things such as: diabetes type 1, cancers, higher blood pressure, heart attacks, rheumatoid arthritis, depression and multiple sclerosis. Make sure to get levels up to optimal levels and go to the doctor to get your blood tested. Factors leading to not

getting enough vitamin D include sunscreens blocking the amount being absorbed, as we age the less we’re able to produce, for example; a 70-year-old will produce four times less than a 20-year-old. Another can be body fat - vitamin D is fat soluble, so the heavier you are the more vitamin D is being stored in your fat cells, preventing less getting into your bloodstream. In addition, the darker your skin complexion the less vitamin D is getting absorbed. During the winter months there is less sunshine - if you live in the northern hemisphere you’re liking not getting enough vitamin d from the sunlight. Possibly, one of the best benefits of vitamin D, is it

has shown to control the aging process. Telomeres are tiny caps at the end of a chromosome. They protect DNA from damage. Think of telomeres as being the tip of an end of a shoelace, they protect laces from fraying. As the telomeres protects against the chromosomes from getting shorter and dying. Every year they get shorter and shorter till they burn off and our cells die or go into a permanent state of arrest. You can reverse this, if you start getting proper vitamin D levels. They did a study on twins, one had ideal levels of vitamin D, and one was low. The one twin that was low, was biologically five years older than the twin with optimal levels. So get those levels checked, and get your vitamin D.

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MP Blaine Calkins writes open letter after being sworn in earlier this month BY BLAINE CALKINS MP RED DEER - LACOMBE Today I was officially sworn in as the Member of Parliament for the Federal Constituency of Red Deer – Lacombe. Even though this is not my first swearing in ceremony, I am still astounded by the amount of pride and emotion I feel for my Country

and the role that I play in ensuring that the voices of those I represent are heard in Government. From a historical perspective, October 19, 2015, was somewhat bittersweet. The Constituency of Wetaskiwin that I faithfully served for almost 10 years was no longer. Divided as part of the redrawn boundaries, this riding

which had been around since Alberta joined Confederation became a piece of history, and I was the last Member of Parliament for that riding. But now, I look forward to representing the Constituency of Red – Deer Lacombe as its first Member

of Parliament. On October 19, 2015, 43,599 of the people in this riding put their trust in me to represent their interests in Ottawa. I do not take this responsibility lightly. It is both an honour and privilege to be able to stand in the House of Commons knowing

It’s good for the environment, it re-uses materials rather than creates new ones, it reduces landfills— the list goes on and on. But one major benefit that people often overlook is the impact recycling programs can have on a community. Recycling programs contribute to the overall health and well-being of a community. Fewer landfills means better property values, as well as the knowledge that your community is actually working to mitigate global warming. Communities that actively recycle send the message that they really do care about the environment. recycling builds a strong economy in terms of energy cost reduction, resources conservation, and creating jobs. Incinerating 10,000 tons of waste creates 1 job. Landfilling 10,000 tons of waste creates 6 jobs, recycling 10,000 tons of waste creates 36 jobs. Combustion or incineration of our solid waste is effective and energy-generating, however it increases air pollution and there is a possibility of harmful chemicals that come from the waste contaminating our water supply. Recycling is earth friendly. Recycling for each of us is a matter of choice. Once we have made that choice to implement

all the steps of recycling in our daily lives and stick to that choice every single day - recycling becomes a daily habit. Every small contribution made to recycle and the initiative to protect our environment adds up to how our present society eventually shapes our earth’s future. There is plenty that we can recycle but the paper, cardboard, tin cans, and plastic containers won’t recycle themselves. Imagine how much easier our lives would be if they actually did recycle themselves. It’s up to you, me and our communities to make that conscious choice to recycle. Recycling works best if everyone does their part in making an effort to recycle. If you or I make that decision and choose recycling, it shouldn’t be because it was mandated and we are required to do it. It should be because we chose to on our own free will, knowing that recycling is the right thing to do. Community recycling programs help encourage people to - you guessed it - recycle. The easier it is for community members to recycle, the more likely they are to do so. Landfills are a primary contributor to the greenhouse gas output and decomposing garbage generates methane, which is about twenty times more effective than carbon dioxide at trapping heat in the Earth’s atmosphere. All the stuff we throw in landfills has a direct effect on global warming, which makes recycling sound like a pretty good idea.

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labels on envelopes to the 85 year old that stood in the polls on Election Day, every single person that spent time on my campaign contributed to its success and there are not enough words to express how grateful I am. Thank you.

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that I am so well supported back home. Of course, I would be remiss if I didn’t acknowledge that my success is a result of countless volunteers who gave their time and talent to every aspect of my campaign. From the 11 year old who put

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Students keep quiet to fundraise for school in third world country

Voiceless – H.J. Cody School Grade 9 student Gage Gottfried wore duct tape over his mouth Friday in support of the international We Are Silent day. Jasmine O’Halloran–Han/Sylvan Lake News

BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Two Grade 9 girls at H.J. Cody School are currently working to make educational change happen in a third world country. Jaidra Russell and Brynne Takhar are working to raise $10,000 for a school to be built in a country such as India, Kenya or somewhere else in which education isn’t easily accessible.

This school would give boys and girls an equal opportunity to learn and be educated. To kick start their fundraising goal they took advantage of the international We Are Silent day Friday, which is part of Free The Children. The girls were able to collect over $800 that day and are still continuing to fundraise and collect. Some of the school’s students went 24 hours without communicating via talking, texting, gesturing, e-mailing or using social media and some even wore duct tape over their mouths to prove a point. The lack of communication was a sign of protest to the voices who are silenced in some third world countries. What has motivated these girls to carry out their fundraising goal is hearing inspirational speeches when they attended ‘We Day’, a part of the Free The Children campaign rececently held in Calgary at the Saddledome. “We listened to them talk and they were super inspiring and we decided we were going to do our best,” Takhar said. Hearing the motivational speakers talk the girls learned they can ‘be the change they want to see in the world’. “We can be that difference,” Russell said. “We can be that generation that cleans up.” Another reason why the girls are leading out this challenge is because of the inspirational story of Malala Yousafzai, a girl who survived an assassination attempt because she spoke out on girls’ rights. Both girls said that even at the age of 14-years-old, they understand they too could make a difference just like Malala did. “Girls deserve to have an education just as much as boys do,” Takhar said. “If we can build a school that will definitely help.” “All it takes is one idea and this is proof,” Russell added. “If one school can build another school that’s exactly what we’re going to do. It’s not impossible and if we have the option to help why not take that option?” The goal of raising $10,000 by June isn’t an unrealistic goal as their hearts and minds are truly in it and they will continue to fundraise throughout the year. They believe they have the power to create change and make a difference in the world. “It might be a bit difficult but it’s for a good cause,” Takhar said. The girls said that one mind and one idea shared with another can make a whole group of amazing things happen. This is why they introduced the idea to their whole school Monday and have done well at getting many stu-

dents involved. “We’ve done class announcements and we’re going to keep doing it,” Takhar said. “We told them to be visual about it to keep duct tape over their mouths or wear a shirt. If they are visual about it this adds to the number of people doing it and the more people doing it the bigger impact it will have.” The plan is to keep fundraising until they raise their goal amount and then they will donate the money. Takhar said the biggest thing she has learned so far from getting involved with this project is that one idea and one thought can really add up to something that will actually change the world. “If you have an idea and you make a plan and you go for it and you work hard you can actually do it,” she said. The coolest thing about this initiative is seeing people talk in the hallway about it as Takhar said some people think they are crazy because they are doing it for a full 24 hours. Russell said people are surprised because they think that not talking is hard. “The stereotypical 14-year-old does not do things like this but we are,” Takhar added. If you wish to help the girls get to their fundraising goal - please call the H.J. Cody School at 403-887-2412. reporter@sylvanlakenews.com

Silent Students – H.J. Cody School students kept silent to support the international We Are Silent day Friday. This included no texting, e-mailing or social media. Back row: Jada Brenton, Anthony Hocken, Taylor Gregoire, Max Prier, Sarah Morrish. Front row: Madisyn Lovelace, Jaidra Russell Jasmine O’Halloran–Han/Sylvan Lake News and Brynne Takhar.

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CALL FOR MEMBERS Town of Sylvan Lake - Board/Committee Vacancies Community Services Committee (1 Vacancy) Provides recommendations related to community opportunities and challenges. (2 year term) Sylvan Lake Municipal Library (1 Vacancy) Responsible for the effective and responsible operation of the library. (3 year term) Friends of Sylvan Lake Provincial Park (1 Vacancy) Support the operation, maintenance and facilities of the Sylvan Lake Provincial Park. (2 year term)

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The Town of Sylvan Lake is building a new Recreation Complex called the NexSource Centre! This is a $33M project and is already under construction! To ensure a tremendous customer experience for both opening day and the long term we are looking for a Recreation and Culture Manager to oversee all operations in this state of the art facility, as well as overseeing all programming and special events. You have the opportunity to be in on the ground floor of this exciting facility and truly make a major impact! SUMMARY OF FUNCTION: • Reporting to the Director of Community Services, this position is responsible for providing overall administration and direction to the Recreation and Culture Department including the planning and operational functions for the NexSource Centre, Aquatic Centre, Special Events and Culture portfolios • Responsible for the planning, management and efficient implementation of short-term and yearly operating plans including development of yearly, 3 year operating budgets and all capital projects for the Department, including the creation of work plans and follow up reporting. • Promotes, plans, partners and acts as a liaison with community organizations to deliver a broad range of recreation and cultural development opportunities to the citizens of Sylvan Lake. • Responsibilities include providing leadership, consultation and supervision to designated staff, establishing clear definitions of responsibility for each employee. Serves as a mentor and positive role model in support of career development of department employees. • Promote, support and enforce the Town Health and & Safety Policy and Procedures, and Provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: • Recreation/Sports Administration Degree or Diploma • Training in Business Admin or Marketing is an asset • Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible management experience in the recreation field. • Proven ability to lead a department and build strong teams • Ability to forecast, build a budget and adhere to an annual budget • Skills in project planning and ensuring projects meet the projected timelines and budgets • Tremendous customer service skills This is a terrific opportunity to work in a professional, team focused environment. You have a strong desire to build a team and be major contributor to the success of a vibrant and growing organization. If you are up to the challenge of taking ownership and wanting to make a difference, this is an ideal situation. We offer competitive rates and an excellent benefits package, including a wellness component. If this position intrigues you, please submit your resume in confidence specifying which position you are applying for by December 13, 2015, to: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 – 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 Attention: Human Resources Fax: (403) 887-3660 E-mail: dscott@sylvanlake.ca

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Please forward a letter of interest with relevant information and completed application form by Friday, December 4, 2015 to: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 48 Avenue Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 Attention: Mary Rose Or via e-mail to: mrose@sylvanlake.ca

Qualified and pre-registered vendors will be evaluated based on price, availability, local knowledge and completeness of submission. Registration does not guarantee work with the Town. Registration documents are available by contacting Public Works at 403.887.2800 or by e-mail at jwatson@sylvanlake.ca. Registration documents must be submitted prior to 4 P.M. on November 30, 2015.

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Grad dress and suit lending program in search of storage space BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS H.J. Cody School’s educational assistant Mandi-Jo Hyatt started the school’s prom dress lending program last year and has now collected 20 to 30 dresses available for students in Sylvan Lake and Eckville. These dresses are prom attire, many of them donated by the school’s former students. Hyatt also has around a handful of suits that can be lent out to gentlemen for prom. With everything that has been donated, Hyatt now finds herself in the position of looking for space to store all the attire. “There have been an over-

whelming amount of donations and we’ve run out of space,” Hyatt said. “If there was someone in the community who could offer up some space to store them that would be amazing.” The type of space she would need is somewhere to neatly hang everything she has with the space only needing to be accessed a couple times a year. The gowns and suites are currently hanging neatly in her basement right now but are consuming space. The sizes of the dresses range from two to around 24 and are of current fashion. Hyatt said she would be willing to accept more dresses even with the variety she already has.

“If people have a fancy prom dress within the last year or two that they would be willing to donate we would be open to accepting it,” Hyatt said. “We have built a good inventory for students if they need it.” Students wanting to borrow a dress can contact Hyatt or Jas Payne at the school and would be helped with finding something suitable to wear. The dresses and suites are on a borrowing basis with the expectation that the attire comes back in the lent-out state. The student is generally responsible for having what they have borrowed dry cleaned, but Hyatt said if this poses an issue other arrangements can be made.

“We want to keep a collection for students to continue using,” Hyatt said. “We prefer if the students return what they have borrowed so we can continue to help other students down the line.” Hyatt said she has heard that some students are spending anywhere from $500 to $1,000 on a prom dress. Then there is the added cost of makeup, hair, shoes or anything else that goes along with looking great for grad. This is why Hyatt wants students and families to know that borrowing an in-style dress in an option and the program is there to support them. “If they feel they need

help in that area and to relieve some of the pressure we offer possible options that’s what we try to do,” Hyatt said. She said she has spoken to some girls already and they have thanked her for the option of borrowing a dress as the idea helps them to feel a bit more relaxed. The program will also be helping gentlemen out with a suit for prom. Hyatt said even if she doesn’t have the right size for a gentleman she will still do her best to find something appropriate for the student to wear. “If boys need help all they have to do is come and ask me and I will do what I can to reach out and help them

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Keep Sylvan Lake Moving This Winter! Sidewalks Residents, property owners, and occupants are reminded of their responsbility to help keep Sylvan Lake moving throughout the winter months, and remove snow and ice from walkways/ sidewalks adjacent to their properties within 48 hours of a snowfall. Community Standards Bylaw - #1592/2012 Section 13: The Town may after the expiration of the 48 hours aforesaid, remove and clean away all snow and ice and charge the expenses thereof to the owner or occupier. In the event of non-payment of the expenses, such expenses shall be charged against the property as a special assessment to be recovered in like manner as other taxes. Snow and ice will be considered reasonably removed and cleared when the sidewalk is cleaned for the entire width of the sidewalk to the sidewalk surface as completely as reasonably possible. Failure to comply with this Bylaw will result in the issuance of a $115.00 fine to the owner, or occupant of the property. Residents of Sylvan Lake can pick up free pails of sand/salt from the Public Works facility- #1 Industrial Drive, for their use on sidewalks. *Residents must supply their own pail.

Snow Removal & “No Parking” Signage All streets subject to snow removal will have the entrances posted with the following signage, twenty-four (24) hours prior to snow removal/plowing: Street Maintenance No Parking 7:00 am - 7:00 pm All vehicles that remain on the roadway AFTER the expiration of the 24-hour period may result in the issuance of a $57.00 fine to the registered owner and /or police or peace officers towing the vehicle, at the owners’ expense. *Please note that these signs are valid up to 72 hours, as weather conditions may delay the program.

TAKE NOTICE THAT on November 16, 2015 the Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) for the Town of Sylvan Lake approved the following applications: Krest Homes Ltd. for a detached dwelling, uncovered deck and secondary suite on Lot 32, Block 2, Plan 152 2418 (47 Hampton Crescent) Glen Hilman for an accessory building (converting C-Can into shed) on Lot 6, Block C, Plan 812 1387 (5226 47 Avenue) AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT on or before November 20, 2015 the Development Officer for the Town of Sylvan Lake approved the following application(s): Permitted Use BEACON HILL Laebon Developments Ltd. for a detached dwelling, attached garage, uncovered deck and basement development on Lot 80, Block 8, Plan 142 2753 (17 Bardwell Way) CRESTVIEW Abbey Homes Ltd. for a detached dwelling, attached garage and uncovered deck on Lot 19, Block 4, Plan 132 3103 (18 Cole Way) RYDERS RIDGE Sunrooms & Awnings Ltd. for a residential addition (sunroom on existing deck) on Lot 10, Block 10, Plan 102 4600 (4395 Ryders Ridge Boulevard) WILLOW SPRINGS Bonnie Penner for a Home Occupation ‘A’ – Step It Up Footcare, Office Only on Lot 47, Block 1, Plan 032 4867 (95B Wilkinson Circle) AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT you may appeal Discretionary approvals to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, as provided for in Part 17, of the Municipal Government Act. Written statements relevant to the development and reasons for the appeal may be submitted to the Town of Sylvan Lake, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, 5012 48 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 within 14 days following this publication.

Should you have any questions or concerns about the Town’s Snow & Ice Removal Bylaws and enforcement, please contact: 403-858-7280, or contact us through our online comment form, available under “Contact Us” at www.sylvanlake.ca

You may not appeal a Permitted Use unless it involves a relaxation, variation or misinterpretations of the Land Use Bylaw. For further information please contact the Development Officer at 887-2141.

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping the property surrounding your home clean, clear, and safe!

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find what they need,” Hyatt said. She said the main thing is to let the community and students know that this option is available and all interactions will be discreet. “The student or the family can contact me at the high school,” Hyatt said. “Then we talk about what they need.” The program is open to helping not only students in Sylvan Lake but also the town’s surrounding area such as Benalto and Eckville. Contact Mandi-Jo Hyatt for storage options or for borrowing prom attire at the H.J. Cody School 403887- 2412. reporter@sylvanlakenews.com

10 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2015

Lakers gathering to cook healthy meals in a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Collective Kitchenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; BY JASMINE Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS The Sylvan Lake Collective Kitchen offers a program where parents meet once a month to cook four different dishes at the Sylvan Lake Community Centre kitchen. This is where recipes are shared, meals are made and parents take home what they have made. New community members are welcome to participate in the cooking storms. The groups meet the first Wednesday of every month from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. with a second group meeting the following first Thursday of every month from 6 p.m. to 8:30p.m. The same food is made in both of these sessions, but are cooked on different days. The people that come during the day time are usually the stay at home moms and come because there is child care provided. Then on Thursday night many of the working

moms tend to come and cook as they are the ones who like to have the extra meals. A specialty kitchen is also offered the third Thursday of every months from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. This is where a large amount of one dish is made. The program has been running for over 20 years and Donna Hughes, the programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s co-ordinator and facilitator has been running the program for around eight of those years. She said the idea behind these group meetings is to give the community the chance to cook healthy meals and not just go and eat at McDonalds or Taco Time. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offering alternative healthier meals and to trying to keep them away from the fast food places,â&#x20AC;? Hughes said. The four dishes are based on a family of four people and include a soup, a casserole, a muffin or cookies and a meat dish. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You come for two hours but in two hours you take

home the equivalency of eight hours of cooking because everybody goes off into groups and each group does one of those dishes but at the end you get to take one of every dish,â&#x20AC;? Hughes said. Most of the dishes are packaged in containers making them easy to store. Then when they are needed they can be put into the oven and be ready for dinner. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most of my moms are busy and they work so they are trying to find that little extra time to cook that extra food,â&#x20AC;? Hughes said. This fits the original slogan which was â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for dinner mom?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; The idea is that this program can help people prepare a few meals or dishes that will help them out when they are busy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t necessarily always have time to cook,â&#x20AC;? Hughes said. The program is also there to help people learn how to cook and Hughes said this could be something as simple as someone learn-

ing how to read a recipe or converting measurements. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most of the dishes are family friendly,â&#x20AC;? Hughes said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We try to pick stuff we know kids will eat. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not too weird looking and not a lot of spices.â&#x20AC;? The dishes donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have too many spices because Hughes said if they did children wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t eat it. Even the onions are chopped up into tiny little pieces. If people bring recipes that they want to share they must know how the food turns out before hand. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;lets try thisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;,â&#x20AC;? Hughes said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They have to at least have tried it and made it and know that it multiplies.â&#x20AC;? Knowing that a recipe can multiply is an important aspect. When the group is cooking they have to cook with ingredients that can multiply and Hughes said not every spice is meant to double or triple. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you have made a dish at home you probably know it and have perfected it,â&#x20AC;? Hughes said.

Alfredo â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sylvan Lake Collective Kitchen co-ordinator and facilitator Donna Hughes holds a dish of chicken and broccoli afredo. Jasmine Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Halloranâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Han/Sylvan Lake News Hughes has carried on the Colletive Kitchen program because she said it is nice to have different meals and everyone has those days where they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to cook. This is when itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nice to open the freezer and pull out something that justs need to be heated up. But it also gives the opportunity for people to eat

something different. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It gives moms and people an opportunity to try foods they may not normally try because a lot of people wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go out of their way to make it,â&#x20AC;? Hughes said. For more information contact Donna Hughes at 403-598-7844. reporter@sylvanlakenews.com

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2015

SYLVAN LAKE NEWS 11

Children with food allergies SUBMITTED BY ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES About one in 13 kids have a food allergy. An allergic reaction occurs when the body’s immune system overacts to a food protein. The most common food allergens are: peanuts, tree nuts, sesame seeds, soy, seafood, wheat, eggs, milk, mustard and sulphites. Symptoms of allergic reactions can be different for everyone and may occur within minutes or hours. The most common symptoms of allergies are: Flushed or pale face, hives, rash, itchy skin Swelling of the eyes, face, lips, throat or tongue Coughing, wheezing or shortness of breath Stomach pain, diarrhea, vomiting Feeling anxious, weak, dizzy or faint Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) to food can be life threatening and occur quickly and without warning. These reactions can be treated with an epinephrine auto injector; an EpiPen®. The only way to prevent allergic reactions is to avoid contact with the foods or ingredients that cause them. Food allergies are a serious medical condition, not a choice. Help prevent exposure to allergens by following your school’s guidelines for food allergies. Take time to explain food allergies to your child and encourage them to learn about allergies that their classmates may have. If you are unsure of what to do, talk to the other child’s parents or teacher. Students, parents, teachers and other staff all have an important role in keeping students safe, healthy and happy.

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Senior Pastor: Rev. Kevin Haugan Associate Pastor: Rev. Jim Rilling Youth Pastor Owen Scott Children’s Ministry Coordinator: Ashley Thomas

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2015

Friends of Bethany raise giving tree in support of seniors BY JENNA SWAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS For the fifth consecutive year a Christmas tree in support of seniors at the Bethany Care Centre has arisen at Shopper’s Drug Mart in downtown Sylvan Lake. The Yuletide tradition sees a volunteer group known as Friends of Bethany erecting a tree filled full of 61 tags with the wishlists of seniors attached to them. Connie Cartwright, a volunteer involved with the tree, explained the idea behind the tree came a number of years ago following cuts to the Centre’s funding forcing them to no longer be able to purchase presents for all residents to open on Christmas morning. That fateful year Bethany took to the community to ask for support and the time that has passed since has blown the volunteers away according to Cartwright. “Last year the tags went quickly - every year they seem to go faster and faster because I think the program is starting to get more estabilished,” said Cartwright. “People quite enjoy purchasing the gifts for seniors because they know they

SUPPORTING SENIORS - Janet Lawrence and Janet Swinden decorate a tree at Shoppers Drug Mart downtown filled with gifts seniors would like for Christmas as many do not have nearby family. Jenna Swan/Sylvan Lake News

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Brought to you by: SUPPORT PROGRAMS SPECIAL EVENTS Annual Satisfaction Survey: Drop in the Library anytime between November 22nd - 28th to take part in our annual satisfaction survey. Or go to sylvanlibrary.prl.ab.ca to take the online survey. • Sylvan Lake Christmas Bureau Registration Day. Friday, Nov. 27, 10am12noon & 5pm-7pm at #3 40 Hewlett Park Landing. Pick up registration forms at Sylvan Lake Community Centre 4725 43 Street or Sylvan Lake Community Partners 4936 50th Ave. The Sylvan Lake Christmas Bureau serves families with children 17 and under.

• Sylvan Lake AA meetings. Tuesdays 7:30 pm Lions Hall; Sundays 8 pm Presbyterian Church (north door). For more information call male 403887-4470, 403-588-5491 or female 403-887-4297.

PHARMACY 5007 - 46 Street • Mondays - Sylvan Lake Sacred Massed Choir practices take place at Ecole H. J. Cody High School (beginning Sept. 21), directed by Kerry Heisler, 7-9 p.m. Love to sing? For info, contact Dolce Moir at 403-887-4037.

6:30 bingo starts at 7 pm. Canteen opens at 5:30 pm. • Fridays - Meat draw at the Sylvan Lake Legion beginning at 6:30 p.m. MONTHLY EVENTS • First Wednesday of every month - 55+ Club Potluck at Sylvan Lake Legion starting at 12 noon. Jam session to follow. Everyone Welcome.

• Tuesdays - Tai chi classes begin on Sept. 8 to Dec. 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Anglican Church hall. Wear comfy clothes and inside shoes. Call 403-346-6772 or visit www.taoist.org.

• Sylvan Lake Al-Anon (for families and friends of alcoholics) 8 pm Sundays, Presbyterian Church (north door), Kathy 403-887-4470 or Robyn 403-887-2961.

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volunteer and feel good about supporting a service that beneﬁts everyone in the community! Call Debbie at 403-887-0968. • Are you organized and dedicated and want to be part of a great team? Veterans Voices of Canada is now searching for volunteers to ﬁll a variety of volunteer positions within our organization. Be a part of our upcoming annual events

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• The Angels Anonymous Tree will be set up at Dairy Queen Nov. 29 - Dec 9. Choose an angel card from the tree, buy gift and return to Dairy Queen by Dec 9. Cash donations also needed for the Christmas Bureau at Servus Credit Union or with Giselle at Sylvan Lake Community Centre 4725 43 St. Charitable receipts provided. Art Attack: Tuesday, December 1st, 5:30 - 7 pm (adults) and Monday, December 7th, 5:30 - 7 pm (teens). DIY Christmas ornaments at the Library. All materials provided. Free, registration required. • Sylvan Lake Seniors Bus looking for volunteer drivers. Call Don at 403-864-2230 or Rae 403-887-6226

• Narcotics Anonymous meetings Thursday nights at 7:30 pm at Sylvan Lake Bethany Care, 4700 47th Ave. • T.O.P.S. weight loss support group meets at St. Mary’s and St. Timothy’s Anglican Church Hall every Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m. Anyone welcome. Please call Joanne at 403887-5200 for more info. WEEKLY EVENTS

• At the Seniors Centre: Mondays-Wii bowling; Tuesdays-Men’s Yoga, Exercise Class, Drop In Scrabble/ Games; Tuesday night-drop in crib; Wednesdays-lunches, Bible Study; ThursdaysBingo; Fridays-Yoga. • At the Sylvan Alliance Church - Bible Study on Revelation starting at 7 p.m. - Call Al at 587 377 1085 for more information

of every month is devoted to teen art projects at the Library! Everything from baked clay art to grafﬁti! 4-5 p.m. See you there! • First Sunday every month Sylvan Lake Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary breakfast at the Legion. 4916 50 Ave. 9 am to 1 pm. Everyone welcome.

Thanks in advance. Contact us at info@vetvoicecan.org. GROUPS & ACTIVITIES • Sylvan Lake Quilters Guild meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at the Seniors Centre at 7 p.m. New members welcome. For information, please contact Joyce Thrush at 403-887-3287. • C.H.I.P.S - Children’s Indoor Play Space is a non-structured playtime

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• Mondays - Toastmasters Sylvan’s Slick Speakers meeting at Sylvan Lake Alliance Church, 4404 47 Ave. from 7-8:15 pm. Our club is open to everyone wishing to improve their communication and leadership skills. For info call Shawn Palm at 403-887-2577.

• Thursdays - Sylvan Lake Seniors Bus to Red Deer. Pick-up starts at 9:15 am. Returning to Sylvan 1 pm from Parkland Mall. Call Don/Lydia Lanterman at 403-864-2230. • Thursdays - Community Bingo at Sylvan Lake Seniors’ Centre. Pre-call at

• Volunteers are required for Friends of the Library committee. Do you enjoy the library? Would you like to make a difference? We are looking for enthusiastic friends to support the library in many different ways. Please join us and have fun, meet like-minded people,

bouncing toys provided and parents and caregivers can socialize. Mondays 9-11am, Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30-11:30am, Thursdays 12:30-2:30pm at the community centre. Contact Kari for info 403-392-0323.

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H.J. Cody French immersion students return from exchange in Quebec BY JENNA SWAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS 16 Students of H.J. Cody’s French immersion who participated in an exchange to St. Tite, Quebec recently returned from what their teacher is calling the French learning experience of a lifetime. During their stay in Quebec they visited Quebec City, Montreal as well as a number

of other locations around their host community, St. Tite. “It was an amazing trip and we really forged a friendship with the St. Tite school and couldn’t be happier to host them in April,” said Kelsey Wilson, exchange coordinator and French teacher at H.J. Cody. “We packed so much into that one week and it was a really awesome trip.” Students had the chance to

experience a day in a French school, visit parliament hill, old town Quebec, museums of Montreal and took part in a number of tours throughout the bigger centres. Wilson stated the town they lived in was 90% French speaking and students learned a great deal with the French speaking skills while there.

Above: H.J. Cody students tour the Plains of Abraham in Quebec City.

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Left: Sylvan Lake students overlook the Quebec City skyline. Right: Students pose with the Quebec ‘twins’ who will be visiting Sylvan Lake in the spring. Photos submitted

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This week at Town Council BY JENNA SWAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS C O M M U N I T Y SATISFACTION SURVEY RESULTS REVIEWED BY COUNCIL The 2015 Community Satisfaction Survey was presented to Council on Monday evening. The Town hired Forum Research to conduct this year’s survey to measure public satisfaction with services offered by the Town. 404 residents of Sylvan Lake were surveyed with 92% of respondents stating they felt that quality of life in Sylvan Lake was either good or very good. 84% said they were either satisfied or very satisfied with the Town’s services. 69% said they felt they receive fairly good or good value for their tax dollar. Respondents stated in terms in service delivery they were happiest with cemeteries, community special events, the public library, parks, trails and playgrounds as well as online services. Interesting to note was that close to half of respondents were not at all familiar with the Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) as an organization, however the majority of those who did know about it were satisfied with the services they offered including individual and family services, senior support and youth services. Respondents to the survey noted they felt the number one issue that should be addressed by Council should be urgent care and/or access to improved health care services. In addition, they felt the most important issues in the coming years for the Town to address should be roads, sidewalks, recreational facilities and water infrastructure/access. “The results were very good and we are happy with what we see,” Joanne Gaudet, communications officer for the Town, told Council. RESULTS OF DOWNTOWN R E V I TA L I Z AT I O N MEETING HEARD BY COUNCIL Council heard from economic development officer, Vicki Kurz, on Monday eve-

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ning in which she reported her findings from a follow up meeting with business and property owners within the downtown area after they had watched a ‘20 Ingredients for an Outstanding Downtown’ video series on November 3rd. Kurz asked attendees at the meeting to answer a variety of questions based on the ‘ingredients’ heard in the video series. The purpose of the questions and the video series was to create and motivate momentum in the downtown area and encourage future dialogue between property and business owners. In addition, Kurz wanted to determind if there was enough interest from all parties to establish a steering committee for the purpose of developing a ‘community brand’ and a subsequent Development & Marketing Action Plan. Mayor Sean McIntyre stated he felt it was a great exercise for citizens and the Town. Councillor Plante added he was happy with Kurz curating the conversation between all parties. “Everyone really appreciated the fact they felt like they were gathering information we were going to be doing something with,” said Plante. “I really do feel like you [Kurz] have gained their [business and property owners] confidence that this time around we aren’t just going through the motions.”

RED DEER COUNTY CONTRIBUTES $1.4 MILLION TO NEXSOURCE CENTRE Mayor Sean McIntyre informed Council he would be visiting a Red Deer County Council meeting on Tuesday morning where he would hear their deliberation on a contribution to the NexSource Centre. During a follow up phone call with Mayor McIntyre following his meeting with Red Deer County, he informed Sylvan Lake News that they would be contributing $1,418,025 to the NexSource Centre. Tyler Harke, corporate communications manager for Red Deer County stated the funding would be provided in the full amount requested by the Town of Sylvan Lake. “There was a request made for $1.4 million for the NexSource Centre and today that was approved by Council unanimously,” said Harke. “It was passed unanimously and will be earmarked in the 2016/2017 budgets.” Mayor McIntyre was pleased with the results and thanks them a great deal for the contribution, adding around 12,000 residents of Red Deer County use the Sylvan Lake facilities. “We are grateful to have a strong partnership with Red Deer County and their contribution is evidence of a collaborative attitude in Red Deer County and the

regional strength that is achieved through cooperation between neighbours,” said McIntyre. “As mayor and on behalf of Council I am pleased to say we are grateful for the operating and capital partnership with Red Deer Country and their contribution to recreation in Sylvan Lake that allows for the construction of new facilities like the NexSource Centre and continues to empower Red Deer County residents to access Sylvan Lake recreation amenities as local residents.” AQUATIC CENTRE UPGRADES DESIGN AWARDED TO STANTEC Council motioned during the regular meeting of Council on Monday that Stantec Engineering Consulting out of Red Deer would be awarded the contact for the design of the upgrades. Council allotted $250,000 to the company for the design. Director of Public Works, Dave Brand stated Stantec was a large company with extensive experience in

architectural design and was pleased to see their estimate was within the budget. He told Council during the building audit estimated design fees to be around $330,000 with Stantec quoting the town $198,000. Brand asked the Town to allot $250,000 to allow for contingencies going forward.

“A key note for Council’s awareness is that the team at Stantec is currently working on the Cochrane aquatic centre,” said Brand to Council. “They have a good working history and Cochrane stated they’ve had a good working experience with Stantec so that gave us a very solid comfort level.”

Jersey Day – Teachers and students at École Our Lady of the Rosary School wore their favourite jerseys to school Friday. Students: Lillianne Oliver, Archer Becker, Kase Richardson, Kaydence Becker, Brian Wentzell, Leah Hall, Ryden Duncan, Boston McCulloch and Kage Schafers. Teachers: Marianne Shannon, Teresa Janzen and Ang Fercho. Jasmine O’Halloran–Han/Sylvan Lake News

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Local funeral home offering candle light service for Christmas season BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS The Sylvan Lake Funeral Home invites the community to a Candlelight Service of Remembrance Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. This is where community members will gather to light a candle and remember a loved one who has passed away. The service is held at Christmas time to help families grieve the loss of a loved one through the holiday season said funeral attendant John Flinn. “It’s to reach out and help them through the tough times in December and around Christmas time and the holidays,” he said. He added Christmas is a difficult time of year for families who have experienced losing a loved one. Flinn said when people in attendance light a candle it helps them to remember the fun times they had with family and friends. “It brings them back together to remember the loved ones,” he said. “It helps families out.” He said it helps people close a chapter and possibly open up a new one in their lives. To honour and remember those who have passed, the funeral home sets up a screen with the list of the names of the loved one’s who have passed way.

There is also special music playing, meant to help people through their mourning. The difference between this service and a funeral is at a funeral everybody is dressed up, but this candle light service it is more relaxed with more of a Christmas theme. Flinn describes the overall atmosphere of the chapel during this service as being a feeling of love. Having lost a family member himself, he came to the service previously and said it always feels nice and warm. “I came here and it’s relaxed and I saw my aunt’s name,” Flinn said. “It’s really nice, warm and welcoming and no pressure. It’s just to come here and be with other people that lost their loved ones.” There is roughly 60 people that attend the service, but Flinn said the attendance depends on the weather. He said many people will show up if the weather is good, but attendance may be lacking if the weather is too cold. Flinn said he has heard a lot of positive feedback from people who have attended the service and said there are a lot of families who keep coming year after year. After the service attendees are invited next door to a fellowship with coffee and other treats at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church next door. reporter@sylvanlakenews.com

Remembrance Candle – Sylvan Lake Funeral Home funeral attendant John Flinn holds one of the candles that are offered to the community for the Candlelight Service of Remembrance Jasmine O’Halloran–Han/Sylvan Lake news

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Grade 5 students learning to be leaders

Young Leaders â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ă&#x2030;cole Mother Teresa School Grade 5 students Stryder Hamilton, Delainey Hobbs, Hallie Orich and Samuel Johannson learn how to be good leaders through P.L.A.Y. Jasmine Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Halloranâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Han/Sylvan Lake News training Thursday.

Leaders Presenting â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ă&#x2030;cole Mother Teresa School Grade 5 students Delainey Hobbs, Stryder Hamilton and Samuel Johannson describe a good leaderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s characteristics during their Jasmine Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Halloranâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Han/Sylvan Lake News P.L.A.Y. training Thursday.

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find themselves in. The students are catching on to this education and what their responsibilities will be as Weaver said they are willing to step up and take on a leadership role. The students are showing signs of being mature enough to handle leadership responsibilities as they participate in the activities

The Grade 5 students at Ă&#x2030;cole Mother Teresa School are learning how to be leaders and mentors to younger children. They are now working through the Peer Leadership for Active Youth (P.L.A.Y.) training, where they learn many skills such as conflict resolution and how to include everyone in social games such as when they

are on the playground. P.L.A.Y. is being taught to the Grade 5 students because there are strong leaders in that grade who can help mentor younger children said one of the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s counsellors, Heather Weaver. She said the training includes how they can be good leaders, conflict resolution skills and what games they can play that include all children who want to play. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy for kids to get

wrapped up in their own play and there are others who donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a group of friends to play with,â&#x20AC;? Weaver said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We kind of forget about them so we are bringing awareness.â&#x20AC;? She said the students learn what the different types of conflict are, how to be a peacemaker and the different scenarios they may

that help teach them who to be and what to do. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t looking at anything negatively,â&#x20AC;? Weaver said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some of them have siblings that are younger too and they know conflicts can occur really easily but they want to be part of the solution.â&#x20AC;? She said the students are excited to be learning more

because they are looking forward to others coming up to them and Weaver said this is a good thing in this age group. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good opportunity to let everyone know to feel safe and happy in the school community,â&#x20AC;? she said. reporter@sylvanlakenews.com

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International Child Day celebrated at Sylvan Lake Community Centre PHOTOS AND STORY BY JENNA SWAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS It was a full house of happy smiling faces at the community centre on Friday afternoon thanks to a funfilled International Child Day event hosted by the Lakeview Parent Link Centre. The event saw children playing on bouncy castles, having their faces painted, participating in group story times, having ‘tea time’ with cupcakes and a variety of other fun activities. Giselle Campbell with Lakeview Parent Link explained they wanted the day to be one where ‘kids could just be kids’ “We wanted to celebrate the value of

Eddie Harding, 19 months, enjoys a tasty treat during ‘tea time’.

children and recognize children are our future,” said Campbell. “At Parentlink we always want children to know they are important to society and in our lives they really are our futures.” “We just wanted them to have a fun filled day that was free of charge.” In the few short months Parentlink has been open for, the centre has become a staple for many families said Campbell adding they are always bustling with parents and children looking for fun activities and information. “We are always creating different programs and we just really encourage everyone to come check it out,” she said.

McCullum MacRae, 5, scoots through a bouncy castle.

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Braxton Hanson, 3, practices his hockey skills as part of one of the many fun activities for kids during the day.

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Pranay K C, 4, licks her lips after eating the top off of her cupcake.

(L-R) Ryann M., 3, Iris Toews, 3, and Amelia Harding, 3, play together on the bouncy castle’s tunnel.

Bella Callsen, 5, proudly displays the purple paint on her hand which she used to make a hand print on the ‘International Child Day Tree’.

Brayden Scott, 5, gives his best impression of a tiger while bouncing on one of the castles available for kids to play on.

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Who recalls when??

SUBMITTED BY JEAN BRIDGE AND BUNNY VIRTUE SYLVAN LAKE & DISTRICT ARCHIVES These advertisements have been reproduced from Sylvan Lake School yearbooks and the 1950â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s telephone directory.

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Arashi-Do Sylvan Lake students compete and win in Red Deer SUBMITTED BY ARASHI-DO SYLVAN LAKE Recently a number of Arashi-Do do students traveled to Red Deer and competed at the annual Heroe’s Open Martial Arts Tournament. This annual tournament is one of the largest in Alberta. With 190 divisions and over 350 competitors, this tournament has some amazing competition every year. Students from all disciplines competed at this event. Karate, Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu jitsu were all represented, as well as ages starting from five and going up to the over thirty five year old division. Simon Doucette started off the morning with Karate. Competing in the four and five-year-old advance division he walked away with a gold and a silver medal. His brother, James was next in the 7-8 year old division. James, Being in the advanced division as well, walked away with a bronze medal. Later in the day with Karate, Joey Spiller competed in the teen colored Belt Advanced division, after some touch competition, and some picture perfect punches, he walked away with two golds. Also, Megan Cote competed in the Adult Karate Beginner Division. This being her first large tour-

nament competed well and ended up taking two silver medals. Up next was the adult Muay Thai division. In the beginner division two students from Arashi-Do Sylvan Lake, Tami Shuit and Joyce Wilde met in the finals with Tami taking the gold. Manon Alvares competed in the Teen division, taking a Silver Medal as well. Eno Wade competed in the Adult Muay Thai division, taking a Gold medal in the Beginner Division, and did not place in the Intermediate division. Lastly, the Brazilian Jiu jitsu competitors were up. Cruz Racz and Lincoln Cai competed in the 4-6 year old Brazilian Jiu jitsu competition. Meeting in the finals, in a extremely close match which was decided by referee’s decision, Cruz took the gold and Lincoln took the silver. Lincoln continued in the next division while Cruz did not, and unfortunately did not place. TK Adeleke competed for Arashi-Do Sylvan Lake in the Masters (Aged 35+) division, and took the gold medal. When asked about his performance, he replied, “I got gold, but I didn’t get the submission [Finishing move, instead winning on points]”. He then took two silvers in the Adult Divisions afterwards, losing one gold

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to an extremely close match in the last seconds of overtime. There were some additional competitors who were there whose results were not known at press time. Renshi Ken Sumner, who recently received his 3rd degree in Karate and Head Instructor of Arashi-Do Sylvan Lake said about his students competing, “I’m extremely proud of all that competed at this event. They went out, and put themselves in a situation where they weren’t’ sure what was going to happen, and performed amazingly. Their martial arts skills will improve from this experience, as well as their confidence as people, translating to all other aspects of their lives.” Renshi Ken Sumner, continues to teach Karate, Muay Thai and Brazilian Jujitsu in Sylvan Lake. All ages are welcome to join and are welcomed. The School can be reached at 587-400-9831.

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Off To Provincials – The Lakers senior boys volleyball team were undefeated in their games last weekend, qualifying them for provincials. Submitted/Sylvan Lake News

BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS The Lakers senior girls and boys volleyball teams from H.J. Cody High School qualified for provincials after playing in zones last weekend. This is a real milestone for the players on both teams and for the whole school as this is a first for both teams going to provincials in the same year. The boys were completely undefeated and won gold, sending them straight to the provincials. Losing to Ponoka in the finals, the girls received silver but are nonetheless going to provincials. Both teams were ecstatic to qualify for the provincials and traveled to their different destinations Wednesday. The girls provincials are held in Bonnyville with the boys held in Grande Prairie. Making it to provincials is something both teams worked extremely hard for and were two teams who deserve to

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move up to compete. Even though the girls went to the provincials, head coach Jason Chatwood said he thought they were a little disappointed that they won silver. He added the semi-final game against Wetaskiwin was very exciting and an awesome accomplishment. “I think they were a little disappointed but in the end the chance to go to provincials is awesome,” Chatwood said. “They are excited.” What makes qualifying for provincials even better is how the girls are a young team with six Grade 10s, two Grade 11s and four Grade 12s. With this young team Chatwood said he thinks the girls surprised the other teams by doing so well having been a fairly new team and only having two returning players from last year. “It’s a big mix,” Chatwood said. “At the start of the year I didn’t really know what to expect but they have improved so much and the hard work has been outstanding.”

But even with this diversity among the girls, volleyball is something they all love and have in common. “When they are at practice they are close and they work really hard,” Chatwood said. As head coach Chatwood said going to provincials shows that all the team’s hard work, time and effort had paid off. He said it’s good to see the girls accomplish their goal of going to provincials, as this was very important for them to do. “(It was a) big thing at the start of the year to make provincials,” Chatwood said. He also commented on how it was a cool to see the boys and the girls cheering each other on and supporting each other during their games. The boys had also achieved their four year goal by making it to the provincials by their graduating year. They were the first to start the volleyball team when they were in Grade 9, and they have proven themselves in

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heading straight to provincials. The boys head coach Wayne Halliday said they had a mission of winning at the start of the tournament and they weren’t going to be denied of that. “Everybody stepped up and played very well,” he said. “We eliminated just about all of our errors and we stayed calm when things went against us.” He said the boys didn’t panic or get flustered as they know what they needed to do and were committed to winning. “It was a huge team effort and everyone stepped up very well,” Halliday said. But he also said how playing at home was huge for the team this year. The team also appreciated the crowds of students, teachers, family and community members that showed up to cheer both the Lakers’ teams on. “We’re exited about going to provincials,” Halliday said. “It’s something we’ve never experienced before and were looking forward to it.” reporter@sylvanlakenews.com

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Rosene awarded Edmonton Huskies Rookie of the Year BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Sylvan Lake’s very own former Lakers football player Landon Rosene recently completed his first year of junior football for the Edmonton Huskies and was recognized for Rookie of the Year for 2015. As Huskies player number 26 and a running back, Rosene’s playing abilities were recognized by the other players and his head coach Iain MacLean during practices when he proved his aggressive moves. Rosene said he didn’t know he would be awarded Rookie of the Year 2015 but said it was his goal all season. “I was pretty excited to be noticed by the whole team,” Rosene said. “I wanted to prove myself.” Being a smaller player Rosene doesn’t look big in his football gear and people may presume he is disadvantaged at five feet and six inches and 150 pounds, when the average player is around six feet tall. However, this is not the case as he is an aggressive player. He wiped out any presumptions about his playing abilities and was one of the new guys who saw a solid amount of game time even though new players commonly sit and observe the more experienced players. “I made myself known on the field and people knew me after that,” Rosene said. “People didn’t expect me to lower my head, lean into them when I was getting hit. I would put my shoulder into them. It hurts more to be the nail than the hammer.” “Aggression is a huge thing in football, if you’re not aggressive you won’t go anywhere,” he added. With showing aggression on the field and making strong plays, Rosene said being awarded Rookie of the Year served as affirmation. “It tells me I’m not out of my league in being smaller and playing with older guys,” Rosene said. The season started in July and finished in October and Rosene admits he felt a bit nervous being a new player on a bigger roster of around 75-80 players than his previous Lakers roster which had 38 players. “It’s a higher level,” Rosene said. “Everyone is bigger, it’s faster and I had to learn quickly.” The difference between playing high school football

and junior football he said is anyone can basically play for the Lakers as long as they have some decent athleticism, but after high school, it’s a lot higher level. It’s all guys who are really committed to football. Rosene said he is happy playing for the Huskies and plans on returning next season to play football again as a running back. In the meantime he will keep up his athleticism by hitting the gym to maintain his muscle strength and will also try to find employment. Rosene describes the Huskies team atmosphere as a brotherhood with a family dynamic as he has the opportunity of getting to know his teammates over the next few years. Rosene also commented on how his head coach was encouraging, treated him like a friend and made him feel like he wanted to be on the team. “He gave me the impression like he knew where I was coming from and how I played,” Rosene said.

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Rookie Of The Year – Former Lakers football player Landon Rosene recently completed his first football season for the Edmonton Huskies and was awarded Rookie of the Year 2015. Jasmine O’Halloran–Han/Sylvan Lake News Graduating from H.J. Cody High School last year Rosene said he misses being on the Lakers team and working

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BROWN Doris Apr. 22, 1922 - Nov. 13, 2015 It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dearly loved mother and grandmother, Doris Lavonne Brown (Kirkham). Doris passed peacefully in the early hours of November 13, 2015 surrounded by her family. Doris was born in Innisfail in 1922. As a young woman, she owned and operated “The Quality Shoppe” in Red Deer until her marriage to Robert (Bob) Brown (1919-2009) on June 29, 1949. They soon moved to Sylvan Lake and purchased the Balmoral Service Station and Tea Room, eventually operating a coin wash as well, until 1974. Doris then worked part time at Cobbs’ Clothing in Sylvan Lake for several years. Doris was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, and touched many lives in her 93 years. Doris and Bob enjoyed camping in the Rocky Mountains, and she was very interested in the weather, recording it each day in her weather notebook. She baked some of the best apple pies in Sylvan Lake, and loved to host her family for turkey dinners. Her love, compassion and humour will be deeply missed by her three daughters, Wendy Smith, Julie Bender and Denise Henkel, and her six grandchildren, Janine Moir, Kelsey Bache, Cody Moir, Cale Henkel, Jessica Dendy and Curtis Bender. Doris also found joy with her three greatgrandchildren, Taylor, Hunter, and Cassie. A memorial service to celebrate Doris’s life was held on Thursday, November 19, at 1:30 pm at the Sylvan Lake Funeral Home, 5019 47A Avenue, Sylvan Lake, Alberta. Condolences to the family can be made by visiting www.sylvanlakefuneralhome.ca

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is currently looking for 5 Full-Time Food Counter Attendants available overnight (9pm-5am). Starting at $12.50/hr. Learn more and apply in-person at 50 Hewlett Park Landing, Sylvan Lake or online at McDonalds.ca/careers

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DECEMBER 7 SUPPER MEETING Social hour 6 p.m. I Dinner 6:30 p.m. We are proud to sponsor: • Sylvan Lake Food Bank

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2015 Restaurant/ Hotel

820

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has immediate openings for permanent full time and part time

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for all shifts between 6:30 AM and 10 PM. Duties include supervise and coordinate activities of staff who prepare and portion food, train new staff, establish work schedules, order food and supplies, maintain records of stock, sales, repairs, wastage, ensure food quality and control. Must be friendly, reliable, and a team player. The ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment is necessary. High School Diploma, Food Safety Certificate, and at least one year experience in the food service industry is required. Must be able to work days, evenings, weekends. Starting wage $13.75/hr with benefit package available. Apply in person at 4930 - 50 Avenue Bentley between 6:30 AM and 9 PM, or by email to boroneilson@gmail.com

Trades

850

Sunterra Meats in Trochu, AB. is looking to fill the position of HACCP/QA Technician. Duties will involve: maintaining HACCP records, following CFIA regulations, sampling and interpretation of results, monitoring duties under the HIP program, and training staff. Successful candidate needs to have good attention to detail, communication skills, interpersonal skills, able to multi task, and follow instructions. HACCP/QA/HIP experience/education is a definite asset. For more info. call Trish at 403-442-4202. Please send resume via e-mail to trish.hyshka@sunterra.ca or fax to: (403) 442-2771

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Pasture

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2015

3180

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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

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Houses/ Duplexes

3020

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Suites

3060

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Real Estate #4000 - #4190

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2015

SYLVAN LAKE NEWS 31

RCMP News Release November 7th – November 13th, 2015

November 7th 1:42 p.m. – RCMP received a report of a stolen vehicle out of the Eckville area. A Ford truck was stolen from a residence on 50th Street. The vehicle was parked outside a hotel bar during the overnight hours. 10:22 p.m. – A 27-year-old resident of Vancouver, B.C. was issued a 24-hour suspension in relation to a patrol on 47th Street in Sylvan Lake. RCMP observed a car parked at an odd angle on 47th Street. The driver was found to have open alcohol in his vehicle. A roadside screening device was utilized. The male was issued a 24-hour suspension and a fine for illegal consumption in a vehicle. November 8th 02:39 a.m. – Police on patrol on 50th Avenue in the Eckville area observed a truck being driven erratically and at a high rate of speed. Members followed the vehicle which had stopped on 52nd Avenue. The male driver was leaning against the vehicle when he was questioned and subsequently arrested for impaired driving. A 28-year-old Sylvan Lake male is charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle and refusal of an approved screen device. 07:25 a.m. – A cargo trailer was stolen from an address in Sylvan Lake. The trailer containing various tools was stolen from a driveway on Willow Springs Crescent during the overnight hours. The trailer was later recov-

ered abandoned on Range Road 13 at Township Road 382 by Lacombe County peace officers. All of its contents had been stolen. November 9th 10:15 a.m. – A Ford truck was stolen from a Bentley address. The owner had parked his vehicle in a fenced yard at his workplace on 48th Avenue. A hole was cut in the fence and the truck was driven out of the compound. The charred remains of the vehicle were later located in the Camrose area. November 10th 5:34 p.m. – A driver who failed to stop for Rocky Mountain House RCMP was eventually stopped and arrested with the assistance of Sylvan Lake members. A Dodge Durango being driven at a high rate of speed fled from Rocky Mountain House police on Highway 11 west of Condor. The suspect driver rolled the vehicle in a ditch during an attempt to avoid two spike belts deployed on Highway 781 at Township Road 372 by Sylvan Lake RCMP. There were five occupants in the vehicle. Two female passengers were transported to hospital with minor injuries and a 22-year-old Red Deer male was arrested for outstanding warrants. The 23-year-old female driver is facing various charges including possession of property obtained by crime; dangerous operation of a motor vehicle; operation of a vehicle while being pursued by police; and four counts of failing to comply with conditions of a court order. November 11th 06:31 a.m. – RCMP on patrol along 50th Street in Sylvan Lake observed a suspicious male fueling a Dodge truck at the Fas

Gas. A check on the vehicle revealed it to be stolen out of Innisfail. A 15-year-old male was arrested without incident. He is charged with possession of property obtained by crime; theft over $5000; and three counts of failing to comply with a youth order. November 12th 01:47 a.m. – A 911 call was received by RCMP dispatch of a domestic dispute in progress at a residence on Sylvan Drive. A 32-year-old female had been assaulted by her common law spouse and sustained nonlife threatening injuries. A 31-year-old male is charged with assault causing bodily harm. 12:55 p.m. – A 38-year-old female is facing an assault charge in relation to a domestic dispute on Whitecap Close in Sylvan Lake. RCMP contacted the victim, a 39-year-old male, who advised that he had been assaulted by his spouse following a verbal argument. The female was arrested without incident. November 13th 01:37 a.m. – RCMP attended Highway 11 at Range Road 15 after receiving a report of an intoxicated female on the highway. The 20-year-old female was at a party in Sylvan Lake and was walking back to Red Deer. She was transported to cells for her safety where she remained until sober. 03:15 a.m. – A report of a stolen truck out of Innisfail was quickly recovered by RCMP. Police followed the vehicle from Markerville toward the Eckville area. A spike belt was deployed on Township Road 384 at Range Road 22. The truck was subsequently abandoned with the driver fleeing on foot. The suspect was not located.

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