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CAWES

Stress reaches tripping point

FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN AIMS TO BUY SPECIAL GLASSES FOR GIRL LOSING HER VISION

BY SUSAN ZIELINSKI ADVOCATE STAFF Central Alberta Women’s Emergency Shelter is heading into a busy season with an already packed house.

Ian Wheeliker, CAWES executive director, said in mid-October rooms at the 40-bed Red Deer shelter started filling up in response to oilpatch job loss.

“More (domestic violence) is being reported now because the stress with the economic conditions. It’s sort of peaked and hit that tipping point in terms of stress. Our crisis line is extremely busy. We’re running full, or just under full,” Wheeliker said.

Typically, women try to keep their family together for Christmas so the shelter gets busier afterwards.

He said economic downturns are always difficult. For those in the oilpatch, men spend a lot more time at home instead of being away for weeks at a time. The intensity and frequency of trouble can increase. Most of the violence is psychological and verbal with episodes of physical violence.

He said safety for families is the No. 1 priority and beds are found for families at high risk of violence even if it’s in a shelter in another community. A crisis team is also ready to work with clients in the community.

“Are we going to have situations where people are calling and our services are overrun? Probably. But we’re in a better position now to deal with it than we ever were.”

Wheeliker said providing domestic violence services in the community is already underway.

“A lot of women don’t want to come into shelter. They’re calling for information and we can immediately provide them with the crisis services they need.”

He said a lot of people think you have to be in the shelter to services.

That’s not true. Crisis counselling is available through the community crisis team, and families can also be hooked into other services at Central Alberta Women’s Outreach, Catholic Family Services, Red Deer Housing Team and other community agencies.

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Francesca Cicuto-Tietzsch and her mother, Adriana Tietzsch. Francesca suffers from Stargardt Disease, an inherited juvenile macular degeneration.

INSET: Hoping for a little Christmas magic, Francesca wrote a letter to Santa Claus asking for support to buy the glasses.

BY CRYSTAL RHYNO ADVOCATE STAFF Adriana Tietzsch broke down in tears when she learned her daughter Francesca was losing her eyesight.

It started as most vision problems begin.

The elementary school student complained that she had difficulties seeing the whiteboard in the classroom.

Tietzsch took her daughter to an eye doctor in Red Deer and later to Edmonton for further testing. A genetic test confirmed the 10-year-old had

Stargardt Disease, a common childhood eye disease that affects most people under the age of 20.

“Imagine they tell you that your daughter is going to lose her sight,” said Tietzsch. “It has been tough but I have to stay calm for my daughter.”

In time, the young girl will likely lose her vision to the point of legal blindness. There is no cure for the disease.

Her vision today, a year from the date when the family heard the diagnosis, is 20-150. A person with 20-200 vision is considered legally blind.

But Tietzsch did not want to give up the fight for her daughter.

It is what any mother would do.

She started researching and came across eSight, a pair of special glasses for people with low vision that would help her daughter prolong her vision.

A fundraising campaign was launched to raise the $15,000 to buy the glasses.

They are about $3,000 short of reaching the goal. They have set up Let’s Keep Francesca’s Eyes Open on GoFundMe. “She will be able to read books because she is a passionate reader,” said Tietzsch. “She has been very discouraged this year because she cannot read small print. In school they have to enlarge the words. Last year she had lots of good grades. She is probably used to living her life in blurriness.

With these glasses she will be able to see everything in detail. She is going to be able to have a semi-normal life.”

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Dream home up for grabs

BY SUSAN ZIELINSKI ADVOCATE STAFF

Photo by ASHLI BARRETT/Advocate Staff

Red Deerians browse through the kitchen of the Kinsmen Dream Home located at 77 Lalor Drive, on Saturday afternoon. Early bird ticket sales for the Kinsmen Dream Home Lottery ended on Sunday.

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Dreamers — it’s time to wake up and buy a ticket or two for the 2015 Kinsmen Dream Home Lottery.

Red Deer’s longest running dream home lottery is in its 34th year and features a stunning three-bedroom home and lot worth $850,000 in Lancaster as its grand prize.

“We sell a total 14,100 tickets on the dream home. That’s it. That’s the smallest number for any dream home lottery that’s in Alberta,” said Len Sisco, 2015 Kinsmen Dream Home chair.

The dream home, located at 77 Lalor Dr. built by Larkaun Homes, opened to the public on Oct. 3. The grand prize and auxiliary prizes, will

be drawn Dec. 31.

“It’s not a cookie cutter house by any stretch of the imagination.”

The 2,369-square foot home has twoand-a-half bathrooms, custom maple cabinets, double attached garage, a double-sided gas fireplace, and mainfloor laundry.

About 70 per cent of tickets were purchased for last year’s dream home and 88 per cent in 2013. A separate 5050 lottery is always a sell-out.

“Somebody is going to win the house. For a $100 investment, they’ve got an $850,000 home so it’s a good return on that investment,” Sisco said.

So far ticket sales have been soft in this economy.

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Service packed for tribute to MLA killed in crash Mourners packed a public memorial service for a provincial politician killed while helping a motorist in a snowstorm.

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THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE

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The evil White Witch (Jade Grimes) confronts Edmund Pevensie (Madisyn Matheson) in Narnia during a scene from Joy’s School of Dance’s production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Saturday afternoon at the Welikoklad Event Centre.

Notley says many ways to have success at Paris climate talks EDMONTON — While the focus is expected to be on greenhouse gas emissions targets at the Paris climate summit, Alberta Premier Rachel Notley says there are many ways to achieve success.

Notley says she wants to see member countries agree on a number of significant policy changes that will lead to GHG emissions reductions worldwide.

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SHELTER: Stretching nickels into dimes “Essentially what we’ve recognized is that our future is outside the walls of the shelter. Somewhere between 20 and 30 per cent of domestic violence gets reported to police and a very small percentage than proceeds through the criminal justice system. So it leaves about 70 or 80 per cent of families that are experiencing domestic violence out in the community and there’s still an enormous amount of silence about that.”

In September, the province announced $15 million for community groups around the province helping women and children fleeing domestic violence. CAWES is getting $380,442 in new annual funding for operational costs and support for its crisis team.

Wheeliker said he’s never seen such a big injection of cash in his 30 years working in the sector and the funding matches the shelter’s focus IAN WHEELIKER on community crisis intervention.

“It’s a big chunk of money and we can do an awful lot. That’s one thing that we’re good at in the charitable sector. We we get a nickel, we can stretch it into a dime,” he chuckled.

It brings government funding up to about $1.7 million for CAWES which operates with an overall budget of $2.5 to fund all its services and programs.

Fundraising is needed to fill in the gap.

Now the shelter is waiting for provincial funding for high-risk, second-stage housing for the Central Alberta region to include 35 two and three-bedroom affordable units in a high security complex.

He said the building could have a mixed population, for example with seniors, and still be able to provide the necessary security for women and chil-

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She adds that Canada’s renewed commitment to taking action on climate change is in itself a step forward.

Notley made the comments just before boarding a plane Saturday to take her to Paris for a UN-sponsored summit of more than 160 countries seeking commitments to cut C02 emissions.

Federal Environment Minister Catherine McKenna has said no one expects Canada to submit its emissions cut targets at Paris, adding that Canada will craft its framework strategy in the three months following the conference. dren. Similar projects, like one in Fort McMurray, is a great example of how well they work.

“That combined with the crisis team would go a long way in terms of meeting the immediate and short-term future. This could be a great year for us even though we’re in a tough economic time.”

Early in November, CAWES staff were in The Hague, Netherlands to make a presentation at the 3rd World Conference of Women’s Shelters on CAWES evolution of care, moving from an isolated program to collaboration and community integration.

In 2012, CAWES and Red Deer RCMP presented at the 2nd World Conference in Washington, D.C. to speak about successful collaboration.

Wheeliker said conferences are all about finding and sharing best practices and making global connections to further efforts to address domestic violence.

“I think we are building a reputation both provincially and internationally as a shelter of excellence.

That’s what we want to be.” szielinski@reddeeradvocate.com

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He said a lot of people don’t realize how many programs and projects, large and small, receive help from the Kinsmen, like Fairview Elementary School who needed funding for new sports equipment.

“The basketballs were so old and worn out they wouldn’t bounce. Rackets with holes in them. Netting for goals, totally destroyed just from being so old and being used so much,” he said about the school’s equipment.

Some organizations ask for a small donation, while others need more, so the number of organizations Kinsmen fund vary each year. Funding is given out year-round, he said.

“When it’s all said and done and we’ve awarded the home, and paid the bills, I have these different groups and people coming in. They’re looking for assistance and I can look at our accounts and say, ‘yeah, absolutely we can help,’” Sisco said.

The dream home is open 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Tickets can be bought on site, or by calling 403356-3900, or online at https://reddeerkinsmen.com/ dream-home-lottery. szielinski@reddeeradvocate.com

DREAM HOME: Time for GLASSES: Hope to raise someone in need to win awareness But now is the time for someone in need to win big, he said.

“Last year’s winner is a perfect example. He was going through a separation. He was actually living in a rented townhouse. Being able to have his ticket drawn, it changed his life.”

Sisco said many people also buy tickets year after year as a way just to give back to the community.

About 50 volunteers made up of Red Deer Kinsmen, Red Deer Kinettes and retired Kinsmen run the community lottery.

“We’re not paid volunteers. We run every single aspect of this lottery ourselves. We’re not hiring out people to do that for us. Because of that, all the profit stays here.”

He said a sell out would give the Kinsmen more than $200,000 after expenses to distribute to community organizations, and lately more groups have been approaching the Kinsmen for money.

Tietzsch said there is no cure and they hope to also raise awareness about this condition and other rare diseases.

“We are trying to do everything we can and spreading the word,” she said.

If Francesca gets her glasses, she will give a presentation focusing on treating everyone the same regardless of differences at her school. She is in Grade 5 at Holy Family School.

Last week the family went to Edmonton so Francesca could try on the glasses but they cannot order them until they have the full amount.

Hoping for a little Christmas magic, Francesca wrote a letter to Santa Claus asking for support to buy the glasses. crhyno@reddeeradvocate.com

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The flu has yet to rise up and infect many Albertans so far this fall.

As of Nov. 14, the latest data from Alberta Health Services, there have only been 49 lab-confirmed flu cases in the province, with 13 admitted to hospital.

No flu-related deaths were reported.

In AHS Central Zone, three cases of influenza A and six cases of influenza B have been confirmed.

Three people have gone to hospital.

Only one outbreak has happened so far, earlier in the season and outside Central Zone.

“In terms of influenza, we haven’t started our season yet. There’s still not that many cases occurring each week so we’re a bit off from climbing up to the peak,” said Dr. Digby Horne, Central Zone medical officer on Thursday when the data was released.

Last year influenza peaked around Christmas.

Horne said it might mean the peak will happen some time after Christmas. Having a better vaccine match to the N3N2 strain may also lower the peak.

“It’s just so hard to say, but I don’t think it’s a bad thing that the rise to the peak is being delayed.”

And it’s not too late to be immunized, he said.

“Influenza B can typically be circulating in March and April too. Even if you miss influenza A, you still have a chance to get protected against B. So now is the time to get it.”

The vaccine is available free of charge to all Albertans six months of age and older at AHS public influenza immunization clinics, as well as pharmacist and physician offices around the province.

So far 770,817 doses of vaccine have been administered in Alberta. That includes 75,054 doses in Central Zone.

Children who have never been vaccinated against the flu before require two doses which should be administered a minimum of four weeks apart.

Last season, Central Zone had 652 laboratory-confirmed cases of the flu and 179 people ended up in hospital. A total of 11 people died.

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Service packed for tribute to MLA

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS CALGARY — Former Alberta premier Jim Prentice took the stage as master of ceremonies and Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi also paid tribute at a packed public memorial service for an provincial politician killed while helping a motorist in a snowstorm.

Prentice told mourners at Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium on Sunday that Manmeet Bhullar would have been “surprised and humbled at the response to his death.”

But he said Bhullar’s life inspired Canadians in every corner of the nation.

Bhullar, who represented the riding of Calgary-Greenway in the legislature as a Progressive Conservative, was on his way to Edmonton from Calgary last week when he stopped to help after coming across a motor vehicle accident north of Red Deer.

As the 35-year-old got out of his vehicle he was struck by a semi that had lost control, and he later died in hospital.

Bhullar served in three cabinet portfolios — Service Alberta, Human Services and Infrastructure — under the previous PC government.

“He did not fear death. His faith was absolute. He always said that

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Tarjinder Kaur Bhullar and brother Appy Singh Bhullar speak at a state memorial service for their brother, Alberta MLA Manmeet Bhullar, at the Jubilee Auditorium, in Calgary, on Sunday. he would return to God when he was needed,” Prentice said, paying tribute as other speakers did about Bhullar’s

Hollande gives Trudeau a pass on ending bombing campaign PARIS — French President Francois Hollande appeared to give his blessing to Canada’s proposed withdrawal of its fighter jets from the bombing campaign against Islamic militants after meeting Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Sunday at the Elysee Palace.

The fight against the Islamic State in Syria and the Levant, known variously as ISIL, ISIS and Daesh, has taken on new urgency in France after terrorists claiming to be inspired by the movement killed 130 people earlier this month in Paris in seven co-ordinated attacks.

Hollande has been travelling the world drumming up support for a massive military response, including more air strikes by more countries, at ex-

actly the same time Trudeau’s government says it will remove Canada’s six CF18s from Iraq and Syria and step up military training instead.

The issue threatened to create some turbulence as Trudeau arrived in Paris for the start of UN-sponsored climate negotiations that formally get underway Monday.

“Canada must stand shoulder-to-shoulder with France,” Conservative critic James Bezan said in a release Sunday.

“Prime Minister Trudeau has not yet explained how withdrawing Canada’s CF18s from the air combat mission will help our coalition partners defeat ISIS. None of our coalition allies asked us to leave the air combat mission.”

It’s a valid question, but Hollande very publicly declined to roil those waters.

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Fate of Botha to be determined next spring

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS

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Murder charge laid in stabbing death A 31-year-old man has been charged with second-degree murder following the the death of a man in the Village Mall parking lot on Nov. 18.

Daniel Boyd Sawyer of Red Deer turned himself in on Friday. He remains in custody while police hunt for a second suspect in relation to the homicide of Alan Beach. Beach was stabbed around 9 p.m. and later succumbed to his injuries.

The second suspect is described as approximately 30-years-old with short dark hair, clean shaven, fivefoot-ten and about 200 lbs. On the night of the murder he was wearing a dark-coloured jacket, dark pants and a baseball cap with a white logo. RCMP believe the man may be travelling in a black pickup truck. The suspect is considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached. The RCMP have obtained a still image of the second suspect from the Blarney Stone Pub. Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information should contact Red Deer RCMP at 403-4062300 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-2228477.

Taxes and more administrative support were among the issues behind a viability drive in Botha.

Eric Jerrard, village chief administrative officer, said a delegation, about 20-strong, approached council last year asking for a review.

“They just felt we would be better off if the village became part of he county,” he said, adding the village office is only open three days a week and Jerrard is the only paid staff member.

“They just felt they needed something more.”

Taxes, and the prospect of paying lower taxes as part of a larger municipality, was also an issue in the community of 175.

Council voted in favour of asking for a formal review in October last year.

The process was kick-started again last week with a meeting between village and County of Stettler officials and representatives for the province and various municipal organizations.

Some time ago, Municipal Affairs representatives interviewed local officials and council members, who also had to fill out a detailed questionnaire and attend a seminar on roles and responsibilities.

The process was later interrupted by the provincial election before it recently got going again.

Municipal Affairs said a determination of Botha’s viability is expected next spring. If creating a viability plan is chosen as the best option, that would take another five to eight months.

Sikh faith.

Nenshi, meanwhile, talked about how Bhullar’s turban has been an in-

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spiring message to other Canadians.

“It says to every single kid in this community that it doesn’t matter what you look like, or where you come from, or what you wear on your hear or who you worship or whom you love, it doesn’t matter,” Nenshi said.

As human services minister in 2014, Bhullar took action following a newspaper’s investigative series revealing that 45 children had died in government care over a 14-year period.

Bhullar put through changes allowing names and cases to be made public in the future.

“He stood up for the most vulnerable people in our society, for children in care. He said ‘We’re not doing right by them,”’ Nenshi said. “That was the point where I saw those broad shoulders soften a little bit.”

Tributes were also read from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Alberta Premier Rachel Notley, and a video eulogy was played from Canadian Defence Minister Harjit Sajjan.

Bhullar’s sister, Tarjinder Bhullar, thanked family, friends and Canadians during the service for the large outpouring of condolences.

“Never when my parents immigrated to this country over 40 years ago, would they have imagined that one day their son would be this loved by Calgarians, Albertans and Canadians as one of their own,” she said.

The party has decided to proceed with its regular convention this May in Vancouver and the principal task there will be to elect new party officials, including a president.

It will also be the first Conservative convention since its inaugural policy gathering in 2005 where Stephen Harper and his team will not be pulling the levers — a power vacuum the ambitious will look to fill.

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Conservatives eye 2017 leadership vote OTTAWA — Familiar, experienced Conservatives will take their places on the opposition benches this week in the Commons, but behind them is a party that is exhausted, in organizational limbo, and only slowly beginning to plan for a leadership race.

A consensus has begun to emerge inside the caucus that the party should take time to regroup and put off a leadership vote until early 2017. Recent signals that Ontario MP Kellie Leitch was on the verge of announcing her candidacy went over poorly among weary colleagues and party members, insiders say.

“People are just tired and nobody wants it to start now,” said one longtime Conservative activist who has ties to a potential contestant but was not authorized to speak publicly.

That’s not to say that leadership interests won’t play out over the year to come.

Rookie Winnipeg MP withdraws from Speaker race WINNIPEG — A Liberal member of Parliament who was vying for the Speaker’s chair has dropped out of the race after comments he made at a town hall meeting in his Winnipeg riding.

Robert-Falcon Ouellette told constituents at the event on Saturday that former Speakers told him the job allows for “great influence” with the prime minister.

Ouellette said they told him that if Speakers have an issue in their ridings which require funding or action, they can call the prime minister to their chair.

He also said Speakers have influence because they control debate, and prime ministers want to keep them happy.

A Community Energy and Emissions Plan is in the works and The City looked to community partners this week to explore what we, as a community, can do to reduce our emissions and energy use.

A big thank you goes out to the following local organizations, businesses and representatives who came together on Tuesday to help us do just that. But this is just the beginning.

We will be looking to the rest of the community early next year to help us dig even deeper into potential focus areas and determine how we can find ways to produce and use energy more wisely.

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Alberta needs to switch to renewables You can understand that mayors shuttered and local businesses close, and councils of towns that rely on coal one by one.

But if you believe that Alberta mining for economic activity are conneeds to do its part in recerned about the province’s ducing greenhouse gas polrecently-announced prolution — and to be seen by gram of carbon taxes and the world as doing its part the 15-year phase-out of — something’s got to give. coal fired electricity. That’s It’s totally ironic; accordtheir job, their duty, to ading to government figures, vocate for the interests of there is twice as much entheir communities. ergy in Alberta’s coal reBut it’s something else serves than there is in all for groups like the Canadiour other non-renewable an Taxpayers Federation to energy sources. As fossil declare the planned phasefuels go, coal is energy in out a “war on coal” and the it’s densest form. You have carbon tax as an attack on GREG to burn a whole lot more Alberta families. “clean” natural gas to get That’s far too narrow a NEIMAN the same energy release as view. In the big picture, the OPINION you get from burning coal. plans are meant to save the More, we know exactly oilsands industry by makwhere all the reserves are ing it politically possible for new pipelines to be built to carry our located. Getting the coal out and turnbitumen to new markets. Oh, and to re- ing it into electricity results in cheapduce the province’s carbon footprint in er power than you can get from pretty the face of science declaring it would much any other power source. In Alberta, anyway. be advisable to do so.

Until you put a price on the polluCommunities whose economic lives revolve around coal mining and coal tion it causes.

By 2018, the current Alberta plan power generation recently sent a joint letter to the province outlining their will price carbon dioxide equivalents at $30 a tonne. That’s on all the carbon concerns for their towns’ future.

They have every reason to do so. we consume — natural gas, auto fuels, There are many towns in Canada that electricity, everything. What does that in our history have withered and died mean to us?

Well, groups like the CTF warn when the local mine closed, or the local industry was shut down. It’s not a that’s going to be $900 a year on averpretty picture. One day, you’re a vi- age for Alberta families by 2030, when brant community, the next, the jobs the last coal-fired plant is to be shut disappear, people leave, homes get down. The government puts the figure

at just under $500, to be reduced by rebates from the $3 billion per year the government expects to receive from carbon taxes.

What’s that mean in a city like Red Deer?

Currently, the city is in the process of creating its own greenhouse gas reduction plan. I was pleased to be invited to help with the creation of that plan, representing that part of Red Deer interested in more sustainable and active transportation. A wide variety of representatives from government, business, power regulators, and citizen groups are at the table.

Here’s a bit of what we know so far.

Every person in Red Deer is responsible for about 17.5 tonnes of CO2-equivalent gas emissions per year. In 2010, the start-point for the plan, that came to 1.77 mega-tonnes of CO2 equivalent every year, most of which will remain in the atmosphere for many decades.

The goal, as set by the International Protocol on Climate Change, is to reduce that number to 30 per cent below what it was in 1990, which is the global goal required to avoid temperatures rising by more than the “tipping point” of two degrees.

How can we possibly get there? By everyone ditching their cars and biking or walking to work? Nope, not even close.

The largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Alberta cities is not from our cars, but from our buildings. That’s because they’re 55-per-cent powered by coal, and almost all heated by natural gas.

There will be no approaching our share of the GHG reductions, without switching away from coal-fired electricity. In British Columbia, where there is so much hydro power, the balance is much different. In Norway, where almost all electricity is hydro, the government wants the entire country to eventually run all its automobiles on electricity.

But Alberta needs a giant technology switch from coal to renewables for electricity, or we will forever be known as a “dirty” producer of energy, which will hurt growth in our most valuable resource industry, the oilsands.

That’s both the rock and the hard place the province is in.

Robin Campbell a former Alberta energy minister and former environment minister, is now president of the Coal Association of Canada.

He says a significant portion of that $3 billion in carbon taxes should be directed toward technologies to reduce the emissions from burning coal. Good luck with that.

In a province that has always done the easy thing when it comes to everything from energy production to urban planning, the easiest thing is a technology switch to renewables.

You can’t get there without charging a price for carbon emissions from everyone that creates them. Whining about the short-term cost doesn’t help, either.

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Foreign workers should get the same opportunity refugees will The new government is now rushing a promise to bring in 25,000 Syrian refugees before the end of February. I assume it will cost the taxpayers millions. More money will be spent in housing, training, finding jobs for these refugees. It is a noble cause giving them an opportunity for a better future in Canada.

Canada is known for giving everybody equal opportunity to achieve a better life. I hope our new government will also give all foreign workers equal opportunity they are giving these refugees.

These foreign workers came to Canada spending their own money. They came complete with a criminal background check, health check, and must be fluent in English. Most of them have good work ethics. But unfortunately with the drastic changes made to the program, a lot of hardworking foreign workers will be sent home after their contracts expire. But not the refugees.

Changes were made based on complaints that foreign workers were taking away jobs from Canadians. So how many jobs will be taken away from Canadians to accommodate all these refugees?

In closing, give these foreign workers the chance we are giving these refugees. Let these foreign workers stay until they become permanent residents

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Red Deer to have 200 Syrian refugees by Dec. 31, 2015. Really? When did the citizens of Red Deer give their consent for this invasion?

A consequence of a civil war started and aided by the Obama government when Hillary Clinton was U.S. Secretary of State. For it was Obama in 2011 who said Assad had to go. It is now 2015 and Assad is still in power. But now Assad has Putin militarily backing him.

Where are all the leftists in Canada screaming for the U.S. to get out of the Middle East? Silent. Is it because a leftist is in the White House? It is not by accident that the Democrat Party is the U.S. is known as a war party. The war in Afghanistan is now the longest war that the U.S. has engaged in. And it was Obama who called for the hit on Libya’s leader.

And now we have Trudeau helping Obama for the consequences of Obama’s wars.

Alberta has a budget deficit that is now spiralling out of control. We have the city of Red Deer spending money that it doesn’t have. There are homeless people walking the streets of Red Deer.

And now we will have hundreds more added to the

The above headline brings to mind a joint U.S.-Canadian pipeline of long ago.

In 1942, when the Japanese had landed troops on the Aleutian Islands, the U.S. was desperately trying to provide a secure source of petroleum for its armed forces in Alaska. This resulted in the proposal for a pipeline (The Canol Pipeline) from Norman Wells, NWT, to Whitehorse, Yukon, where a small refinery would be constructed. The refinery products would then be made available to the U.S. forces.

The Canadian government could have rejected this proposal, as it crossed the pristine MacKenzie Mountain Range and potentially could cause significant damage to the flora and fauna of the region. In addition, the pipeline had the potential to disturb the animal population which the natives in the area relied on as a source of food.

However, the Canadian government did not reject the proposed pipeline.

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Refugee centre opens in Jordan AIMS TO SEE 500 PEOPLE A DAY

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS AMMAN, Jordan — A trickle of Syrian refugees seeking to leave Jordan flowed into Canada’s processing centre in Amman on Sunday, the first day of operations at what will eventually become the hub of much of the Syrian refugee resettlement program.

Ninety people were put through a multi-step process, some under the eye of three federal cabinet ministers who travelled to the Jordanian capital to see first hand how their plan to bring 25,000 Syrians to Canada by the end of February actually looks.

“We have learned also there is positive things to report in terms of progress,” said Immigration Minister John McCallum as he stood in the cavernous military exhibition facility now being leased to Canada by the Jordanian government.

“The processing centre had its first day of operation today, that will ramp up over time and get more intense.

We also heard the good news that exit permits are not an issue in Jordan, so that’s positive.”

McCallum was joined by Health Minister Jane Philpott and Defence Minister Harjit Sajjan. They flew to Amman late Saturday, spending the day meeting international aid and UN officials and Jordanian leaders on Sunday and then flying straight back to Ottawa.

Canadian reporters were not permitted to report on their visit until they left the country, for what officials said were security reasons, but both the UN and Jordan’s King Abudllah II posted word and photos of the trip on Twitter during the day.

Refugees whose cases are being

Paintings a poignant picture of Syrian refugee life for Canadian ministers MAFRAQ, Jordan — Propped against the plywood and metal walls of a community centre in Jordan’s largest refugee camp, dozens of paintings provide a glimpse into the minds of some of the thousands of children who call Zaatari home.

An idyllic lakeside scene complete with palm trees and flying birds. A portrait of a mother with her arms wrapped around a child, their eyes wide. A beige United Nations refugee agency tent, flames burning out the sides, and “help us” written in blue across the sky.

Last fall, the World Food Program ran out of money to help feed

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Canadian Minister of National Defence Harjit Sajjan chats with members of a Syrian refugee family being interviewed by authorities in hope of being approved for passage to Canada at a refugee processing centre in Amman, Jordan, on Sunday. processed at the Jordanian facility represent only some of the 15,000 Syrians the government is seeking to resettle itself. Applicants are being told to expect travel by the end of February, the deadline the government has set.

McCallum said it’s still an achievable goal.

“Let’s be optimistic,” he said.

Flights will depart from a civilian airport across the way from the centre carrying not just Syrians from Jordan, but also those from Lebanon.

But all the final details of how many and when are still being hammered out, he said. the 80,000 people who live at Zaatari, a camp about 10 kilometres from the Syrian border that was set up in the early days of the war.

Without the prepaid Mastercards with the $28 U.S. per person, per month, to buy food at the two official supermarkets in camp, people pulled their children out of school so they could work for grocery money and rates of child marriage rose as a way for families to provide for their daughters.

An influx of cash from international donors — Canada among them — helped alleviate the immediate crisis, a delegation of federal cabinet ministers were told Sunday by WFP and UNICEF officials as they stood on at the centre of the camp, overlooking thousands of homes.

“This being the first day there are a few kinks to work out and we also want to look at how to improve things,” he said.

An immigration official who briefed the ministers repeatedly noted how plans continued to change and develop, suggesting that while the centre’s goal is to process 500 people a day, that workload will be a challenge.

The reception point is ready, lined with rows upon rows of grey plastic chairs. The interview booths are set up with white tables and blue banquet chairs flecked with gold. The military has 10 biometric machines ready to go,

though on day one only four were in operation.

But one key problem right now is capacity for medical screenings.

Officials are currently only scheduling medical appointments elsewhere until they can beef up availability of services on site. One option is getting the International Organization for Migration or the Red Cross to run clinics the other is to have the military deploy a field hospital.

Privately-sponsored refugees — who make up the majority of the 10,000 people the government says it will resettle by year’s end — will not have their cases flow through the registration centre but are likely to depart on flights from the same airport. Those planes could begin leaving as soon as next week.

Those whose cases are being handled by the hundreds of Canadian civil servants and soldiers now in Jordan, Lebanon and Turkey, are refugees selected by the United Nations refugee agency from a pool the international body is actively looking to resettle. An estimated 4 million people have been declared refugees from the Syrian war.

Some will come from the Zaatari refugee camp, which the ministers visited earlier Sunday. They were briefed by the camp manager and aid organizations on the challenges at hand, including ensuring adequate water supplies and food for the camp’s 80,000 residents.

Philpott said she was struck by the scope of the issue.

“While obviously we’re all thinking about 25,000 who will come to Canada, we need to remember there are more than a million refugees living here in the country,” she said.

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LATE TOUCHDOWN LEADS EDMONTON TO GREY CUP WIN OVER OTTAWA

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS Eskimos 26 Redblacks 20 WINNIPEG -- Jordan Lynch’s one-yard touchdown run with 3:22 remaining rallied the Edmonton Eskimos to an exciting 26-20 Grey Cup win over the Ottawa Redblacks on Sunday night.

Lynch successfully converted the third-and-one situation to cap a five-play, 78-yard drive. Quarterback Mike Reilly’s three-yard pass to Akeem Shavers for the two-point convert erased a 20-18 advantage.

The drive was aided by Edmonton head coach Chris Jones challenging an incompletion that was ultimately changed to pass interference against Ottawa’s Brandon Sermons. That gave the Eskimos the ball at the Redblacks’ 10-yard line.

Jones thought he noticed the pass interference and threw a challenge flag, which was not a tactic that went well for him this season. He had lost every challenge he attempted this year before finally winning one during Edmonton’s victory over Calgary in last week’s West Division final.

“I had to call a time out, and I said: ‘Look at this because it’s too big a situation, and if it is (pass interference) then we need to throw a flag,” Jones said.

“That’s how it transpired.”

It was a dramatic finish for the Investors Group Field sellout of 36,634, the second-smallest Grey Cup attendance since 1975. It was the fourth time the CFL title game was played in Manitoba, and the first since 2006.

Edmonton secured its first Grey Cup title since ‘05 and 14th overall in a record 25th appearance. Only Toronto (16) has won more.

The Eskimos also finished the season registering their 10th straight win, all coming after Reilly returned as the club’s starter. He suffered a knee injury in Edmonton’s season-opening loss to Toronto.

Reilly, who was named the Grey Cup’s most valuable player, said getting to a championship game is “an opportunity you get to have a handful of times if you’re lucky.”

“It’s certainly special,” he added. “It’s something that I’ll never take for granted. It’s memories that I’m happy I’ll have for the rest of my life.”

It was a bitter ending to the season for Ottawa, appearing in its first Grey Cup since a 26-23 loss to Edmonton in 1981. The city’s last CFL championship came in 1976 with the former Rough Riders.

“It’s not anger it’s disappointment,” Ottawa head

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Edmonton Eskimos’ quarterback Jordan Lynch scores a touchdown during the second half of the 103rd Grey Cup against the Ottawa Redblacks in Winnipeg, Man. Sunday coach Rick Campbell said when asked about his mood following tough loss for the Redblacks. “This is definitely not a business to be in if you don’t like highs and lows. That’s part of what you sign up for when you’re in this business. But obviously heartbroken, disappointed, all those things. I’m so proud of those guys and so proud to coach them. And that’s what make it so disappointing to get this far and not get it done.”

The contest was a defensive battle, especially in the second half as Edmonton outscored Ottawa just

9-4.

But after falling behind 13-0 early in the first quarter, the Eskimos outscored the Redblacks 26-7.

Edmonton players receive $16,000 for the win while the Redblacks get $8,000 apiece.

The game-time temperature was -5C but the 15-kilometre-an-hour wind created a windchill of -10C. Jones compiled a 26-10 regular-season record over his two seasons as Edmonton’s head coach.

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Rebels double-up on pesky Pats

BY GREG MEACHEM ADVOCATE SPORTS EDITOR Rebels 2 Pats 1 Tyler Brown nearly stole the show again.

For the second time in a five-night stretch, the Regina Pats netminder was a thorn in the side of the Red Deer Rebels. But unlike Tuesday, when Brown made 35 saves in a 3-2 Pats win, the Rebels prevailed 2-1 Saturday at the Centrium despite another heroic performance from the Regina second-year stopper.

Brown turned aside 37 shots, including 16 in a dominant opening period for the Rebels, who went into the first intermission with a 1-0 lead thanks to a late short-handed breakaway goal from Jeff de Wit. “I was hooked by one of their guys at the start,” said de Wit, who created a turnover at the Red Deer blueline, “then I kind of broke free from him.

Right when I was on top of the goalie the same player kind of lifted my stick and then I got a second chance at it and put it upstairs.

“He (Brown) did a good job, for sure. I thought we owed theses guys one and our whole team came out with a collective effort tonight. We just kept firing pucks at the net.”

The Rebels, in front of 6,081 fans, were the beneficiaries of a multitude of Pats penalties, but finished a mere one-for-nine on the power play despite an overwhelming advantage in zone time. Again, Brown was the visitors’ best penalty killer.

“We generated a lot of opportunities, we just didn’t capitalize on most of them,” said Rebels GM/head coach Brent Sutter. “But I thought we played a real good 60 minutes tonight, a really sound game. I thought our work ethic was outstanding and our forecheck was very good.”

The Rebels’ power play — zerofor-three in the opening frame — finally connected early in the second period, with Conner Bleackley credited with the eventual winning goal.

Brown made an excellent toe save on a Bleackley snap shot, but Pats defenceman Sergey Zborovsky knocked the rebound into his own net.

“There was a lot of penalties called (against Regina) but we created those penalties by moving our feet,” said Sutter. “I was proud of the way we played, right from our goalie on out.

“Tonight we had plenty of opportunities but their goalie stood tall. He made some unbelievable saves, especially early in the game. He was the difference in the score being what it was after the first period.”

While nowhere as busy as Brown, Rebels goalie Rylan Toth nevertheless turned in a solid performance and among his 19 saves were several of the difficult variety. Toth lost his shutout bid when Lane Zablocki cashed a rebound at 13:56 of the third period with Rebels captain Wyatt Johnson serving the second half of a double high sticking infraction.

“He (Toth) made the saves when we needed them. Again, that’s what you want from your goaltender,” said Sutter. “When you play the game the right way you don’t give up a lot of shots and you need a goalie who’s very strong mentally, keeps his focus and stays in the game. Tother did a good job of that.

“He was probably a little upset after last night (in a 6-4 win at Medicine Hat) when he gave up a couple of goals he probably wishes he could have had back. We wanted to go right back with him tonight and he responded really well.”

The Rebels had all four lines going forward Saturday, a welcome sight for Sutter.

“That’s the way we want to play, we want to be a four-line team for the most part,” he noted. “We want to be a hard-forechecking team. When we play that way, when we’re on our toes, we have success.”

Regina GM/head coach John Paddock credited Brown for keeping the game within reach for his squad. The Pats, like the Rebels, were playing their fourth game in five nights.

“He was very, very good — gave us a chance to win,” Paddock told Greg Harder of the Regina Leader-Post.

“When you take that many penalties and give up one that you put in your own net, the goalie had to be pretty good. He was excellent.

“We didn’t match their intensity,” continued Paddock. “They seemed like

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ESKIMOS: Best teams Now the question remains how long he’ll remain with reports the Saskatchewan Roughriders will ask permission to speak with Jones about their vacant head coach and GM positions.

This Grey Cup game was indeed a matchup of the best teams in the East and West Divisions. Ottawa (12-6) finished atop the Eastern conference after winning just two games in its inaugural 2014 season while Edmonton (14-4) finished tied with Calgary for the league’s best record but secured top spot in the standings based after winning the season series with the Stampeders.

The Redblacks’ Grey Cup appearance capped an amazing transformation for the franchise, . On Thursday, head coach Rick Campbell (coach of the year), quarterback Henry Burris (outstanding player), receiver Brad Sinopoli (top Canadian) and SirVincent Rogers (lineman) were honoured at the league’s awards banquet.

But Ottawa finished 0-3 versus Edmonton this year, the first two losses coming in July with Reilly on injured list.

Following a half-time performance by the band Fall Out Boy, Edmonton took the ball to start the second half after deferring to open the game. Despite having the ball for 10 minutes in the third quarter, Edmonton was outscored 3-1 as Ottawa took a 19-18 advantage into the fourth.

The Eskimos had a shot to take a two-point lead on the final play of the quarter but Sean Whyte’s 35-yard field goal hit the right upright

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Edmonton Eskimos quarterback Mike Reilly hoists the Grey Cup after his teams win over the Ottawa Redblacks during the 103rd Grey Cup in Winnipeg, Man., Sunday Patrick Lavoie and Earnest Jackson had Ottawa’s touchdowns. Chris Milo added a convert, single and two field goals. Adarius Bowman and Shavers scored Edmonton’s touchdowns. Whyte booted a convert, single and field goal while Grant Shaw added another single. Reilly’s two-yard TD strike to Shavers at 14:48 of the second gave Edmonton a 17-16 half-time lead. While

a two-point convert was unsuccessful the 10-play, 88-yard drive was huge as it erased a horrid start for the West Division champions, who fell behind 13-0 before the game was seven minutes old. Burris hit Lavoie on a three-yard TD pass at 11:38 as Ottawa opened the game with a seven-play, 73-yard scoring march. Then Burris found Jackson on a seven-yard touchdown toss set up

by Domaso Munoz’s recovery of Kendial Lawrence’s fumble on the ensuing kickoff. Milo missed the convert.

Following Whyte’s 24-yard field goal at 9:14, Reilly hit Bowman with a 23-yard touchdown pass 12:41. Whyte’s single off a missed 45-yard field goal 10:33 of the second pulled Edmonton to within 16-11.

Grey Cup win thrills fans after decade-long drought WINNIPEG — They came with cowbells, painted faces and layers of long underwear under their parkas to watch the Canadian football showdown of the year.

Hearty Grey Cup fans bundled in their seats, prepared for a relatively mild November evening at around -5C in Winnipeg — a city better known for its frigid temperatures and high windchills.

But after days of friendly trash talk and high hopes, Edmonton Eskimo fans left the CFL’s championship game with bragging rights as they beat the Ottawa Redblacks in a nail-biting game by a score of 26-20.

Bill Aldred, from Grande Prairie, Alta., said the victory was a long time coming — 10 years to be precise.

“It’s about time. We’ve had some tough years,” he said, a huge grin accompanying his Eskimos poncho.

“They finally got it done. It was exciting.”

Sarah Mackintosh, from Winnipeg, cheered on the Eskimos — her dad’s team — after the Winnipeg Blue Bombers’ disappointing season.

“I obviously chose the right team this year,” said Mackintosh, one of the 36,634 fans in the sold-out stadium.

“We’re going to go singing ‘We Are The Champions’ out those doors.”

The game was a disappointment for Redblacks fans who thought their team might be crowned champions at the end of their second season. Raj Khanna, from Ottawa, left the stadium with mixed feelings.

“It was a close game. I feel bad that we lost but that’s the way it goes. We are proud that we qualified for the finals,” he said.

“Next time, for sure.”

Jay Ferguson, a 28-year-old from Edmonton, has been waiting for this moment for years.

Ferguson and his friends, Peter and Matthew Machado, bought their tickets in April hoping that this was going to be Edmonton’s year.

“We were down in the dumps for a

OLDS GRIZZLYS OLDS — The Olds Grizzlys suffered through a 0-2 Alberta Junior Hockey League weekend that included Sunday’s 7-3 loss to the visiting Grande Prairie Thunder.

Chase Olsen, Nicholas Sutter and Cole Plotnikoff scored for the Grizzlys, while the Thunder got two goals from Michael Clarke and singles from each of Chase Bell, who added four assists, Brendan Montgomery, Josh Zablocki, Luke Mahura and Tristan Crozier.

Grande Prairie, which led 2-0 and 4-1 by periods, got a 36-save performance from Tate Sproxton. Olds goalie Ben Giesbrecht stopped 27 shots.

The Thunder were three-for-eight on the power play in front of 340 fans at the Sportsplex.

The Grizzlys were zero-for-seven with a man advantage.

Mike Reilly named most valuable player of Grey Cup WINNIPEG — Edmonton Eskimos quarterback Mike Reilly has been named the most valuable player of the 103rd Grey Cup. Reilly completed 21-of-35 pass attempts for 269 years, two touchdowns and no interceptions in Edmonton’s 26-20 win over the Ottawa Redblacks in Sunday’s CFL championship game.

He also connected with Akeem Shavers for a two-point convert on the game-winning touchdown.

Reilly also led the Eskimos in rushing with 66 yards.

The Eskimos won their 14th Grey Cup, but their first since 2005.

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On Saturday, the visiting Brooks Bandits shrugged off a 1-0 first-period deficit and rolled to a 6-2 win over the Grizzlys before 401 fans at the Sportsplex.

Olsen potted both goals for Olds.

The Bandits spread their scoring around as Taylor Karel, Shane Bear, Derek Lodermeier, Dylan McCrory, Hayden Ursulak and Will Conley each had a goal.

Giesbrecht and losing netminder Kurtis Chapman combined to stop 48 shots for Olds and Josh Davies made 19 saves for Brooks. Each team was zerofor-three on the power play.

The Grizzlys return to action Thursday against the host Calgary Mustangs, then take on the Mustangs Saturday at the Sportsplex.

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decade so it’s nice to be back on top,” Ferguson said.

The trio say they have been a bit put off by the “pro-Ottawa” sentiment in Winnipeg but that’s not enough to dampen their spirits.

Ken Macinnes, 40, from Ottawa, admitted he’s been feeling the love in Winnipeg as well.

“I think it’s probably due to the fact that people are probably cheering against Edmonton as much as it is for the Redblacks,” he laughed.

“All the restaurants you go to, people are wearing Redblacks hats or jerseys.”

Macinnes bought his tickets in the spring, not expecting his team to make the final game.

He lost his voice “for about a week” because he was screaming so much at the eastern final.

To make it this far after only two years in the CFL is a dream come true, he said. But he said it’s just “one game.”

He knew going in that “anything can happen.”

● The Sylvan Lake H.J. Cody Lakers were defeated 13-25, 25-23, 6-15 in a quarter-final match of the provincial 3A boys tournament at Grande Prairie.

Sherwood Park Strathcona captured gold with a 22-25, 25-23, 15-11 victory over Barrhead. ● The Rimbey Spartans fell just short in the bronze medal game of the 2A girls provincials at Vauxhall, losing 22-25, 20-25 to Spirit River.

Rimbey opened the playoff round with a 22-25, 27-25, 11-15 loss to Fort Macleod, who then fell 21-25, 25-27 to Edmonton Christian in the gold-medal match.

The Lacombe Central Alberta Christian Knights settled for silver in the Alberta high school 2A boys provincial volleyball championship Saturday at Okotoks.

The Knights fell 18-25, 20-25 to Edmonton Christian in the final. Earlier in the day, the eventual silver medalists were 25-11, 22-25, 15-12 winners over host Strathcona-Tweedsmuir in a quarter-final and defeated High Prairie 25-17, 27-25 to advance to the championship match. ● The Red Deer Lindsay Thurber Raiders fell 3-1 (set scores were unavailable) to EdRED DEER MINOR HOCKEY COMMISION monton Strathcona in the bronze-medal match of the 4A girls provincials at Edmonton Jasper Place.

The Raiders dropped a 3-0 decision to eventual gold-medal winner Cal$5,000 Early Bird Draw Dec. 5, 2015 gary William Aberhart in a Saturday morning semifinal.

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Midget AAA Tanner Zentner’s third-period goal allowed the visiting Red Deer Optimist Chiefs to gain a 2-2 Alberta Midget Hockey League draw with the Calgary Royals Sunday.

Regan Doig also scored for the Chiefs. Dawson Weatherill made 29 saves for Red Deer, which held a 39-31 advantage in shots and was assessed eight of 16 minor penalties.

Minor midget AAA Steven Arthur made 40 saves for the Red Deer Strata Energy Chiefs in a 2-1 road win over the Lethbridge Hurricanes Sunday.

Elijah Johanson and Rylan Burns accounted for the Strata goals. Lethbridge held a 41-38 edge in shots.

Meanwhile, the host Red Deer North Stars Chiefs got goals from Hayden Clayton, Landon Leipnitz and Ethan Schlag in a 4-3 loss to the Calgary Blue.

North Star held a 36-29 advantage in shots while getting a 25-save outing from Justin Verveda.

On Saturday, Strata Energy lost 3-1 to the Southeast Tigers at Medicine Hat and on Friday North Star fell 5-2 to the visiting Calgary Bruins.

Burns notched the lone Strata goal and Duncan Hughes turned aside 25 shots. Each team had 28 shots.

Clayton and Lynden Kidd scored for North Star in Friday’s setback.

Brayden Laturnus made 18 saves for the Chiefs, who outshot their guests 41-23.

Major midget girls The Red Deer Midget AAA Sutter Fund Chiefs earned silver in the Wickenheiser World Hockey Festival at Calgary during the weekend.

The Chiefs posted a pair of 3-0 shutouts over Team Mexico, blanked St. Albert 3-0 and lost 3-0 to the Czech Republic in roind robin play. Sutter Fund took an early lead on a goal from Shae DeMale, but dropped a 2-1 decision to the Czechs in the final.

Major bantam Deegan Moffard tallied twice and Bretton Park turned aside 33 shots as the Red Deer Rebels downed the visiting Lloydminster Heat 6-1 Sunday.

Also scoring for the Rebels were Cole Muir, Noah Danielson, Walker Stevenson and Jace Paarup. Red Deer, which took seven of 11 minor penalties, outshot Lloydminster 46-34.

The Rebels were 3-1 winners over the host Calgary Royals Saturday as Kyle Gerrits tallied twice and Danielson added the other Red Deer goal.

Winning netminder Jason Very made 43 saves as the Rebels were outshot 44-42.

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Oilers edge Pens, Flames fall to Sharks THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Oilers 3 Penguins 2 (SO) PITTSBURGH — The Edmonton Oilers gained some much-needed momentum on a difficult trip and a rare win in Pittsburgh.

Matt Hendricks and Jordan Eberle scored in a shootout and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 on Saturday night.

Hendricks deked around Penguins goaltender Jeff Zatkoff to start the shootout, and then Eberle put a quick shot between Zatkoff’s legs. Oilers goaltender Anders Nilsson stopped David Perron and Sidney Crosby.

Leon Draisaitl scored his eighth and Lauri Korpikoski his third and the Oilers ended a five-game road losing streak and three-game skid overall.

Edmonton, playing nine of 13 November games away from home, opened its current five-game trip with regulation losses against Washington and Carolina, followed by an overtime setback Friday night at Detroit.

“It feels good to win,” Oilers coach Todd McLellan said. “I thought we had a good effort from a lot of players and the guys got a good reward. We buckled down when we needed to.”

After Edmonton led 2-0, Pittsburgh’s Evgeni Malkin scored his 10th and 11th goals early in the second period, but the Penguins dropped their second straight and have lost three of four.

Sharks 5 Flames 2 SAN JOSE, Calif. — The San Jose Sharks needed to start winning at home and they needed help from their special teams. They got both.

Joel Ward and Patrick Marleau scored power-play goals 50 seconds apart in the second period and the San Jose Sharks beat the Calgary Flames 5-2 on Saturday night.

Tommy Wingels, Tomas Hertl and Marc-Edouard Vlasic also scored and the Sharks won at home for the first time in over three weeks. They had lost five of their previous six at home.

“We were desperate right from the start,” Sharks centre Joe Pavelski said.

“We had everyone going and that was important. We’ve got to start winning a few games at home, and that was kind of our talk, is win tonight and go from there.” Markus Granlund and Micheal Ferland scored for the Flames. Calgary dropped all three games of its western trip. It won all three games it played in San Jose last season. Wingels and Hertl were benched for the final period of the Sharks’ 5-2 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks on Wednesday night and both responded with big games. Wingels scored his first goal in 14 games and Hertl scored his first in 19 games.

Wingels opened the scoring by tipping Vlasic’s point shot in 9:03 into the first. Hertl scored just over 3 minutes later by firing a tough-angle shot from the bottom of the right faceoff circle.

RED DEER INDY CHIEFS

Photo by ASHLI BARRETT/Advocate staff

Damon Loiselle of the Red Deer Indy Chiefs sends a puck past Niklas Lewis of the Calgary Stamps during Midget AA action at the Red Deer Arena Saturday evening. The Chiefs fell to the Stamps 4-3.

Kings end solid first half with loss to Thunder

BY DANNY RODE SPECIAL TO THE ADVOCATE Thunder 2 Kings 1 PENHOLD — The RDC Kings have to be fairly satisfied with the first half of the Alberta Colleges Men’s Hockey League.

The Kings posted a 10-6-0-2 record and sit in third place. However, it could have been even that much better without the Concordia University of Edmonton Thunder.

The Thunder are in a fight to stay out of second-last place in the league, but they’ve enjoyed success against the Kings — especially at the Penhold Regional Multiplex. Two of their five wins have come at the Kings home arena, the latest a 2-1 decision Saturday.

Overall the Kings have a 5-4 record at home, something that head coach Trevor Keeper finds hard to explain.

“It was the same as last year,” he said. “All our stats seem to be better

on the road. We love this arena, we practice here and it’s a great facility yet for some reason we’re better on road trips. All we can do is try to figure it out.”

The Kings may have been a little complacent early on Saturday as they were coming off a 6-3 win over the Thunder in Edmonton Friday.

“They played better than they did Friday, but possibly we thought we’d have to be good, but not excellent,” said Keeper. “We got off to a slow start in that first period. The third period we played hard, then Riley Simpson finishes his check, the guy goes down and is hurt and it’s a five-minute boarding penalty. It’s tough to score when you’re killing off five minutes late in the third period.”

The Kings trailed 1-0 in the first period when Filip Kejdana rifled a shot from the slot past RDC netminder Devon Fordyce at 17:15.

Jordan McTaggart tied the game at 17:15 of the second period, deflect-

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ing in a Ben Williams pass, but 1:19 later Chase Fallis scored the winner when a rebound deflected up and over Fordyce and landed in the net. ”We make a couple of uncharacteristic mistakes and they pounce on them and that’s their two goals,” said Keeper. “But that’s not the reason we lost. We lost because one whole period (the first) we didn’t have one shot from the slot. That’s the prime scoring area and we had nothing. We have seven shots on goal and nothing from in close. That was a wasted period.”

The Kings also ran into a hot goaltender in Connor Dobberthien, who finished with 38 saves, several on the spectacular side. His best was a miraculous stick save when he lunged back when the RDC forward had an open net.

“He played well and got some confidence going when we didn’t score early. We let him get on a roll,” said Keeper, who wasn’t upset with his team’s work ethic.

“Not at all. Still two mistakes cost us and we didn’t make up for it by shooting the puck enough in that one period.”

The Kings go into the break three points back of Augustana and one ahead of Keyano.

“We can be satisfied, but we also know what we have to do in the second half. We want to finish in the top two and receive a first-round bye in the playoffs. What we have to do is learn to win these close games and not play down to teams below us.”

Fordyce, who also make a number of outstanding saves, especially in the third period, finished with 26 saves.

The Kings are off until they visit Briercrest Jan. 8-9.

Their next home game is Jan. 15 against undefeated NAIT.

that this is something we likely needed. If we treat this loss the right way we should go into the break very motivated and with a bit of a chip on our shoulder.

“Even though we sit atop the ACAC south with an 11-1 record it is evident that we still have a lot of work to do.”

Libero Mike Sumner was the RDC player of the match with 16 digs and was the Kings most consistent passer.

Nic Dubinsky led the team with 20 kills, eight digs, an ace and one block.

Adam Turlejski had 12 kills and three blocks, Tom Lyon 11 kills and two blocks and setter Luke Brisbane 43 assists, six digs and two blocks.

Queens 3 Kodiaks 0 The Queens put the finishing touches on a weekend sweep over the Kodiaks with a 25-22, 25-21, 25-16 victory.

The Queens won 3-1 Friday.

“A better second day for sure,” said Queens head coach Talbot Walton.

“We served and passed well, and got a high work rate out of middle attackers.”

Whitney Zylstra finished with nine

kills while Taylor Wickson had eight kills, four digs and three blocks.

Miranda Dawe had eight kills and 11 digs, McKenna Barthel seven kills and two blocks, setter Maegan Kuzyk 31 assists, two aces and five digs and libero Olivia Barnes 10 digs.

The win left the Queens with a 7-5 record and tied with Olds for third place in the South Division,.

Briercrest, who is ranked No. 1 in Canada, is 10-2 with SAIT at 9-3.

“Our first half of the season went well, we knew we would take a while to learn the new systems, but once we did we could really see us playing at a new level,” added Walton. “Our growth will continue over the break, and we will definitely be ready for the second half.”

The RDC squads are off until they visit Medicine Hat Jan. 15-16.

They have a very important home weekend when they host Briercrest Jan. 22-23.

Danny Rode is a retired advocate reporter who can be reached at drode@reddeeradvocate.com. His work can also be seen at www.rdc.ab.ca/athleticsblog.

Queens Hky against us and we even had Ian (Tevis) Queens 1 Trojans 0 (SO) back in the lineup and still only scored CALGARY – For the second time in 77 points,” said Pottinger. “But we dethree days the RDC Queens and SAIT fended well again which I was more Trojans went to a shootout to deter- than pleased with. mine the outcome of their Alberta Col“We did a good job against them. leges Women’s Hockey League contest. Some of their points came late on And for the second time the Queens some deep threes and tough shots.” came out victorious, winning 1-0 on The Kings led by at least 10 most of Kaely McMurtry’s shootout marker. the game and by as much as 23. Tevis, McMurtry was the first RDC shooter, who is the top scorer in the league, led beating Laticia Castillo for the only the Kings with 26 points while Matt goal needed. At the other end Jen West Matear was the player of the game for turned in a brilliant performance for the second straight night - Kings won the Queens. She made 32 regulation 90-51 Friday – with 13 points and 15 saves and stopped Madison Fjellstrom, rebounds. Anthony Ottley was in foul Tessa Hare and Kira Streliev in the trouble most of the night and finished shootout. with 10 points while Dallas Hancox The win left the first-place Queens had 10 points and nine boards. with a 10-1-1 record and seven points “It’s a good way to finish the first up on the 7-5-0 Grant MacEwan Grif- half (at 9-0) but we still have things to fins and 6-6-2 Trojans. The NAIT Ooks work on. The guys know we can’t get defeated the Olds Broncos 4-2 Satur- complacent.” day and slipped into fourth place at The RDC squads are off until they 5-6-1 with Olds at 4-9-1. host Medicine Hat Jan. 15 and 16.

The Queens are now off until Jan. 6 Volleyball when they visit NAIT. They host NAIT Kodiaks 3 Kings 2 Jan. 7.

LETHBRIDGE – Looking at the RDC Basketball Kings undefeated record and talent Queens 69 Trojans 63 it would be hard to think of them not CALAGRY – Twenty-four hours af- winning against a team that’s fighting ter turning in one of their more dis- to reach the .500 mark in the Alberta appointing performances of the first Colleges Men’s Volleyball League. half of the Alberta Colleges Women’s But that’s why games are played and Basketball League season the RDC the Lethbridge Kodiaks, 6-6, won their Queens turned in one of their best. biggest game of the season Saturday The Queens put the finishing touch- afternoon, recording a 21-25, 21-25, 25es on the 2015 portion of their sched- 21, 25-23, 15-12 victory over the Kings, ule with a 69-63 victory over the SAIT who were ranked No. 2 in Canada.

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Lacombe All Sports Cresting down Monstars Matt Edwards hooped 20 points and Jeremy Purviance chipped in with 17 as Lacombe All Sports Cresting slipped past the Monstars 8076 in Central Alberta Senior Men’s Basketball Association action Sunday.

Eric Dartman scored 18 points for the Monstars, while Ryan Wachter netted 17.

Robertson OT goal lifts Generals over Chiefs Brett Robertson connected in overtime to push the visiting Bentley Generals past the Fort Saskatchewan Chiefs 4-3 in a Chinook Hockey League game Saturday.

Robertson also scored in regulation time. Curtis Austring and Kyle Bailey notched the other Bentley goals, while Andre Herman with two, and Brett Holmberg replied for the Chiefs.

The Generals led 1-0 after one period and the score was deadlocked at 2-2 after 40 minutes. Dustin Butler made 29 saves as the winning goaltender and Troy Trombley stopped 33 shots for the hosts. ● Robert Smith recorded a hat trick to lead host Innisfail to a 6-5 win over Stony Plain in a battle of the Eagles Friday night.

Greg Moore, Chad Ziegler and Pete Vandermeer notched the other Innisfail markers.

Burke Gallimore scored twice for the visitors and Spencer Galbraith, RJ Reed and Tanner House each had a goal.

Travis Ziegler made 24 saves for the winners. Stony Plain netminder Sean Cahill blocked 35 shots.

Sting fall to Mission in ringette action McKenna Smalley made 33 saves in a losing cause as the Central Alberta U16 AA Sting dropped a 7-4 decision to the St. Albert U16AA Mission in weekend Black Gold Ringette League play.

Scoring for the Sting were Kailyn Smalley, Colby Wagar, Kianna Doyle and Brianna Abell. ● The Red Deer U12 C2 Elite dominated the Rockyford tournament during the weekend, finishing at 4-0.

The Elite crushed the Strathmore Electric Ice 17-3 and doubled the host Ringers 12-6. From there, the Red Deer squad melted the Ice 13-1 in a rematch and pounded the Calgary NW Panda Warriors 14-3.

Collegiate defeat Spartans in high school football final Carson Lukocs rushed for 234 yards on 22 carries and scored three touchdowns, but the Rimbey Spartans fell 46-28 to Brooks St. Joseph’s Collegiate in the Alberta sixman high school football final Friday.

Cory Cech accounted for the other Rimbey touchdown, while Bryce Sargeant converted all three majors.

Spartans quarterback Naithan Schultz completed seven of 21 passes for 33 yards.

Lukocs was one-for-one passing for 20 yards.

Cameron Tanner caught two passes for 24 yards. Lukocs and Keaton Lapointe each hauled in three balls.

Also Friday, Ardrossan captured the provincial tier 4 title with a 30-21 win over Willow Creek.

St. Francis defeated Notre Dame 38-280 in an all-Calgary tier 1 final Saturday, while Okotoks Foothills buried Grande Prairie St. Joseph’s 6915 to take tier 2 honours and Cochrane blasted Lloydminster Holy Rosary 55-0 in the tier 3 championship game.

Basketball Sunday’s Games Charlotte 87, Milwaukee 82 L.A. Clippers 107, Minnesota 99 Memphis 92, Philadelphia 84 Phoenix 107, Toronto 102 Brooklyn 87, Detroit 83 Orlando 110, Boston 91 Houston 116, New York 111, OT Indiana 107, L.A. Lakers 103 Today’s Games Boston at Miami, 5:30 p.m.

Houston at Detroit, 5:30 p.m.

San Antonio at Chicago, 6 p.m.

Denver at Milwaukee, 6 p.m.

Oklahoma City at Atlanta, 6 p.m.

Golden State at Utah, 7 p.m.

Dallas at Sacramento, 8 p.m.

Portland at L.A. Clippers, 8:30 p.m.

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Hockey WHL EASTERN CONFERENCE EAST DIVISION GP W L OTLSOL GF GA Pt Prince Albert 26 16 7 2 1 87 80 35 Brandon 25 15 8 0 2 88 68 32 Moose Jaw 27 13 9 4 1 93 88 31 Regina 25 12 11 2 0 74 87 26 Saskatoon 25 10 12 3 0 79 101 23 Swift Current 26 8 15 3 0 64 81 19 CENTRAL DIVISION GP W L OTLSOL GF GA Pt Red Deer 27 19 8 0 0 106 74 38 Lethbridge 26 17 9 0 0 105 78 34 Calgary 28 16 10 1 1 86 87 34 Edmonton 28 11 14 3 0 80 96 25 Medicine Hat 23 7 13 2 1 77 95 17 Kootenay 27 6 19 2 0 55 110 14 WESTERN CONFERENCE B.C. DIVISION GP W L OTLSOL GF GA Pt Kelowna 26 19 6 1 0 104 77 39 Victoria 27 17 8 1 1 93 62 36 Prince George 24 13 9 1 1 73 70 28 Kamloops 23 11 9 3 0 83 79 25 Vancouver 26 6 16 2 2 69 102 16 U.S. DIVISION GP W L OTLSOL GF GA Pt Seattle 25 16 7 2 0 91 69 34 Spokane 27 14 10 2 1 89 92 31 Everett 23 14 7 0 2 62 44 30 Portland 23 12 11 0 0 79 70 24 Tri-City 27 10 16 1 0 81 108 21 z-league title y-conference title d-division leader x-clinched playoff berth. Note: Division leaders ranked in top two positions per conference regardless of points a team winning in overtime or shootout is credited with two points and a victory in the W column the team losing in overtime or shootout receives one point which is registered in the OTL or SOL columns Sunday’s results Everett 5 Spokane 1 Saturday’s results Vancouver 2 Portland 0 Prince Albert 2 Swift Current 1 Edmonton 3 Saskatoon 1 Red Deer 2 Regina 1 Lethbridge 3 Kootenay 2 Brandon 4 Medicine Hat 3 Prince George 7 Kamloops 3 Moose Jaw 3 Seattle 2 (OT) Victoria 5 Kelowna 1 Spokane 6 Tri-City 4 Tuesday’s games Kootenay at Kamloops, 8 p.m.

Portland at Prince George, 8 p.m.

Medicine Hat at Victoria, 8:05 p.m.

Wednesday’s games Brandon at Swift Current, 6 p.m.

Regina at Saskatoon, 6:05 p.m.

Calgary at Lethbridge, 7 p.m.

Medicine Hat at Vancouver, 8 p.m.

Portland at Prince George, 8 p.m.

Kootenay at Kelowna, 8:05 p.m.

Tri-City at Everett, 8:05 p.m.

Thursday, December 3 Prince Albert at Calgary, 7 p.m.

Friday, December 4 Saskatoon at Moose Jaw, 6 p.m.

Regina at Brandon, 6:30 p.m.

Prince Albert at Lethbridge, 7 p.m.

Portland at Kamloops, 8 p.m.

Medicine Hat at Kelowna, 8:05 p.m.

Seattle at Spokane, 8:05 p.m.

Kootenay at Vancouver, 8:30 p.m.

Prince George at Everett, 8:35 p.m.

Saturday, December 5 Regina at Moose Jaw, 6 p.m.

Saskatoon at Brandon, 6:30 p.m.

Swift Current at Edmonton, 7 p.m.

Red Deer at Lethbridge, 7 p.m.

Medicine Hat at Kamloops, 8 p.m.

Kootenay at Victoria, 8:05 p.m.

Vancouver at Everett, 8:05 p.m.

Portland at Kelowna, 8:05 p.m.

Tri-City at Seattle, 8:05 p.m.

Sunday, December 6 Swift Current at Calgary, 4 p.m.

Prince Albert at Red Deer, 5 p.m.

Prince George at Vancouver, 6 p.m.

SATURDAY’S SUMMARIES Rebels 2, Pats 1 First Period 1. Red Deer, De Wit 4 (unassisted) 16:09 (shorthanded-SH).

Penalties — Berg Reg (tripping) 4:17, Cooper Reg (roughing) 8:14, Hobbs Reg (boarding) 10:38, Kopeck RD (tripping) 15:39.

Second Period 2. Red Deer, Bleackley 5 (Nikolishin, Spacek) 5:42 (pp).

Penalties — Knyzhov Reg (hooking) 4:14, Hobbs Reg (tripping) 6:23, Hobbs Reg (interference) 16:06, Cooper Reg (high-sticking) 19:34.

Third Period 3. Regina, Zablocki 6 (Hobbs, Harrison) 13:56 (pp).

Penalties — Leschyshyn Reg (tripping) 5:20, Richards Reg (high-sticking) 8:57, Johnson RD (high-sticking) 11:28, Johnson RD (high-sticking) 11:28.

Shots on goal by Regina 4 5 10 — 19 Red Deer 17 9 13 — 39 Goal — Regina: Brown (L, 5-8-0) Red Deer: Toth (W, 14-6-0).

Power plays (goal-chances) — Regina: 1-3 Red Deer: 1-9.

Referees — Chris Crich, Adam Bloski.

Linesmen — Chad Huseby, Cody Huseby.

Attendance — 6,081 at Red Deer.

Montreal Ottawa Detroit Boston Tampa Bay

NHL Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts 25 18 4 3 39 23 12 6 5 29 24 12 8 4 28 22 13 8 1 27 25 11 11 3 25

GF 88 76 56 73 59

GA 56 68 60 64 58

Florida Buffalo Toronto

23 10 9 4 24 60 24 10 12 2 22 54 23 7 11 5 19 53 Metropolitan Division GP W L OT Pts GF Washington 23 17 5 1 35 75 N.Y. Rangers 24 16 6 2 34 70 Pittsburgh 23 13 8 2 28 52 N.Y. Islanders 24 12 8 4 28 67 New Jersey 23 12 9 2 26 56 Philadelphia 24 9 10 5 23 45 Carolina 23 8 11 4 20 47 Columbus 25 10 15 0 20 60 WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts GF Dallas 24 19 5 0 38 85 St. Louis 24 15 6 3 33 65 Chicago 24 13 8 3 29 67 Nashville 23 12 7 4 28 59 Minnesota 22 11 7 4 26 63 Winnipeg 25 11 12 2 24 67 Colorado 23 9 13 1 19 68 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF Los Angeles 23 14 8 1 29 58 San Jose 23 14 9 0 28 66 Arizona 23 13 9 1 27 65 Vancouver 24 9 8 7 25 69 Anaheim 24 8 11 5 21 47 Calgary 24 8 14 2 18 56 Edmonton 24 8 14 2 18 62

59 62 66 GA 51 50 54 59 57 65 66 76 GA 62 58 62 60 61 80 70 GA 50 58 65 65 65 87 74

NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss.

Saturday’s Games Edmonton 3, Pittsburgh 2, SO Philadelphia 3, N.Y. Rangers 0 Washington 4, Toronto 2 New Jersey 3, Montreal 2, OT N.Y. Islanders 3, Tampa Bay 2 St. Louis 3, Columbus 1 Buffalo 4, Nashville 1 Dallas 4, Minnesota 3, OT Colorado 5, Winnipeg 3 Arizona 4, Ottawa 3 San Jose 5, Calgary 2 Los Angeles 3, Chicago 2, OT Sunday’s Games Florida 2, Detroit 1, OT Today’s Games Colorado at N.Y. Islanders, 5 p.m.

Carolina at N.Y. Rangers, 5 p.m.

Edmonton at Toronto, 5:30 p.m.

Vancouver at Anaheim, 8 p.m.

Tuesday’s Games Colorado at New Jersey, 5 p.m.

Columbus at Montreal, 5:30 p.m.

Philadelphia at Ottawa, 5:30 p.m.

Buffalo at Detroit, 5:30 p.m.

Florida at St. Louis, 6 p.m.

Arizona at Nashville, 6 p.m.

Minnesota at Chicago, 6:30 p.m.

Dallas at Calgary, 7 p.m.

Vancouver at Los Angeles, 8:30 p.m.

Pittsburgh at San Jose, 8:30 p.m.

SUNDAY’S SUMMARIES Panthers 2, Red Wings 1 (OT) First Period No Scoring.

Penalties — Green Det (holding) 6:43, Green Det (Embellishment) 9:53, Huberdeau Fla (interference) 9:53, Barkov Fla (holding) 10:49.

Second Period 1. Detroit, Larkin 10 (unassisted) 7:02.

Penalties — Jurco Det (tripping) 0:27, Green Det (hooking) 7:23, Helm Det (tripping) 7:56, Campbell Fla (tripping) 14:55, Gudbranson Fla (roughing) 15:13, Abdelkader Det (roughing) 15:13, Tatar Det (unsportsmanlike conduct) 15:13, Jokinen Fla (unsportsmanlike conduct) 15:13.

Third Period 2. Florida, Smith 6 (Ekblad) 14:38.

Penalties — Helm Det (high-sticking) 4:16, Shaw Fla (tripping) 7:25, Bjugstad Fla (hooking) 9:57.

Overtime 3. Florida, Campbell 2 (Huberdeau, Jokinen) 1:20.

Penalties — None.

Shots on goal by Florida 9 13 9 1 — 32 Detroit 10 7 11 1 — 29 Goal — Florida: Luongo (W, 8-8-3) Detroit: Mrazek (LO, 6-4-3).

SATURDAY’S SUMMARIES Kings 3, Blackhawks 2 (OT) First Period 1. Chicago, Kane 14 (Keith) 11:10 (pp).

Penalties — Toffoli LA (holding) 10:17, Desjardins Chi (interference) 19:48.

Second Period 2. Chicago, Hjalmarsson 1 (Keith, Kane) 12:56.

Penalties —None.

Third Period 3. Los Angeles, Carter 10 (Lucic, Ehrhoff) :52.

4. Los Angeles, Gaborik 4 (Kopitar) 14:05.

Penalties —None.

Overtime 5. Los Angeles, Gaborik 5 (Kopitar) 2:04.

Penalties — None.

Shots on goal by Chicago 6 8 5 3 — 22 Los Angeles 8 12 11 5 — 36 Goal — Chicago: Darling (LO, 2-2-2) Los Angeles: Quick (W, 11-7-1).

Coyotes 4, Senators 3 First Period 1. Arizona, Boedker 7 (Stone) :38.

2. Ottawa, Hoffman 9 (Ryan, Turris) 7:28.

Penalties — Vermette Ari (hooking) 2:42.

Second Period 3. Arizona, Boedker 8 (Vermette, Stone) :41.

4. Arizona, Jeffrey 1 (Rieder) 4:00.

5. Ottawa, Hoffman 10 (Karlsson, Stone) 17:57 (pp).

Penalties — Jeffrey Ari (tripping) 1:53, Chiasson Ott (interference) 10:28, Murphy Ari (hooking) 17:30.

Third Period 6. Arizona, Boedker 9 (Domi, Vermette) 13:29.

7. Ottawa, Stone 5 (Karlsson, Methot) 14:45.

Penalties — Turris Ott (slashing) 19:25.

Shots on goal by Ottawa 18 8 12 — 38 Arizona 4 10 5 — 19 Goal — Ottawa: Anderson (L, 10-5-3) Arizona: Lindback (W, 3-4-0).

Sharks 5, Flames 2 First Period 1. San Jose, Wingels 2 (Vlasic, Hertl) 9:03.

2. San Jose, Hertl 3 (Dillon) 12:36.

Penalties — None.

Second Period 3. San Jose, Ward 9 (Pavelski, Thornton) 10:04 (pp).

4. San Jose, Marleau 9 (Pavelski, Burns) 10:54 (pp).

Penalties — Marleau SJ (hooking) 1:39, Mueller SJ (charging) 4:23, Engelland Cgy (roughing) 8:16, Wideman Cgy (high-sticking) 9:51.

Third Period 5. Calgary, Granlund 1 (Brodie, Giordano) 9:42.

6. San Jose, Vlasic 3 (Wingels, Nieto) 10:07.

7. Calgary, Ferland 1 (Jones) 18:43.

Penalties — Colborne Cgy (fighting) 9:01, Mueller SJ (fighting) 9:01, Dillon SJ (hooking) 11:40.

Shots on goal by Calgary 10 7 10 — 27 San Jose 11 12 6 — 29 Goal — Calgary: Hiller (L, 2-4-0) San Jose: Jones (W, 12-6-0).

Avalanche 5, Jets 3 First Period 1. Colorado, Comeau 3 (unassisted) 6:35.

2. Colorado, Landeskog 7 (Duchene, Beauchemin) 11:01.

Penalties — None.

Second Period 3. Colorado, Soderberg 4 (Duchene, Landeskog) 5:55.

4. Winnipeg, Ladd 6 (Trouba, Lowry) 9:05.

5. Winnipeg, Wheeler 9 (Burmistrov) 13:37 (sh).

Penalties — Beauchemin Col (high-sticking) 6:09, Lowry Wpg (fighting) 11:33, Iginla Col (fighting) 11:33, Peluso Wpg (tripping) 11:46, Enstrom Wpg (holding) 14:40.

Third Period 6. Colorado, Wagner 2 (Skille, Martinsen) 2:48.

7. Winnipeg, Trouba 2 (Byfuglien, Perreault) 10:54.

8. Colorado, Duchene 12 (Landeskog, MacKinnon) 19:43 (en-pp).

Penalties — Holden Col (tripping) 6:58, Trouba Wpg (tripping) 19:14.

Shots on goal by Winnipeg 11 11 6 — 28 Colorado 11 9 5 — 25 Goal — Winnipeg: Hutchinson (L, 5-6-1) Colorado: Varlamov (W, 5-6-1).

Blues 3, Blue Jackets 1 First Period 1. Columbus, Johansen 6 (Savard) 14:46.

Penalties — None.

Second Period 2. St. Louis, Tarasenko 14 (Shattenkirk, Steen) 2:09 (pp).

Penalties — Jenner Clb (tripping) 0:24, Bouwmeester StL (slashing) 4:43, Hartnell Clb (holding) 15:58, Campbell Clb (delay of game) 16:45.

Third Period 3. St. Louis, Upshall 4 (Backes) 6:02.

4. St. Louis, Steen 9 (Tarasenko) 19:05 (en).

Penalties — None.

Shots on goal by Columbus 6 8 10 — 24 St. Louis 6 18 8 — 32 Goal — Columbus: Bobrovsky (L, 10-11-0) St. Louis: Allen (W, 11-4-2).

Sabres 4, Predators 1 First Period 1. Nashville, Fisher 5 (Neal) 11:42 (pp).

Penalties — Smith Nash (delay of game) 1:08, Reinhart Buf (tripping) 11:38.

Second Period 2. Buffalo, McGinn 4 (O’Reilly, Franson) 13:09 (pp).

3. Buffalo, Reinhart 5 (Moulson, Legwand) 16:13 (pp).

Penalties — Girgensons Buf (holding) 9:09, Arvidsson Nash (Cross Checking Major) 11:43, Arvidsson Nash (game misconduct) 11:43.

Third Period 4. Buffalo, Reinhart 6 (McCabe, Kane) :58.

5. Buffalo, O’Reilly 8 (Kane) 17:47 (en).

Penalties — Franson Buf (cross-checking) 10:49.

Shots on goal by Buffalo 9 10 5 — 24 Nashville 13 7 9 — 29 Goal — Buffalo: Johnson (W, 6-7-1) Nashville: Saros (L, 0-1-0).

Stars 4, Wild 3 (OT) First Period 1. Minnesota, Vanek 10 (Brodin, Coyle) 5:52.

2. Minnesota, Coyle 6 (Vanek, Fontaine) 13:27.

Penalties — Pominville Minn (slashing) 19:04.

Second Period 3. Minnesota, Pominville 1 (Granlund) 1:11.

Penalties — Roussel Dal (unsportsmanlike conduct) 1:17.

Third Period 4. Dallas, Goligoski 2 (Jo. Benn, Nichushkin) 4:57.

5. Dallas, Ja. Benn 18 (Eakin) 9:43 (sh).

6. Dallas, Klingberg 5 (Eakin, Seguin) 14:34.

Penalties — Suter Minn (cross-checking) 2:40, Oduya Dal (cross-checking) 8:33.

Overtime 7. Dallas, Seguin 13 (Ja. Benn, Klingberg) 3:57.

Penalties — None.

Shots on goal by Dallas 7 19 16 2 — 44 Minnesota 9 8 7 2 — 26 Goal — Dallas: Niemi (W, 10-4-0) Minnesota: Kuemper (LO, 0-0-2).

Oilers 3, Penguins 2 (SO) First Period 1. Edmonton, Draisaitl 8 (Hall, Purcell) 2:02.

2. Edmonton, Korpikoski 3 (Sekera, Nugent-Hopkins) 7:30 (pp).

Penalties — Scuderi Pgh (tripping) 7:25, Pouliot Edm (tripping) 17:29.

Second Period

3. Pittsburgh, Malkin 10 (unassisted) :48.

4. Pittsburgh, Malkin 11 (Letang, Crosby) 3:29 (pp).

Penalties — Fayne Edm (hooking) 3:23, Clendening Pgh (slashing) 10:52, Hall Edm (high-sticking) 17:36, Schultz Edm (delay of game) 18:40.

Third Period No Scoring.

Penalties — Dupuis Pgh (interference) 7:28.

Overtime No Scoring.

Penalties — Crosby Pgh (holding) 2:45.

Shootout — Edmonton wins 2-0 Edmonton : Hendricks goal, Eberle goal.

Pittsburgh : Perron miss, Crosby miss.

Shots on goal by Edmonton 13 9 11 3 — 36 Pittsburgh 14 11 11 5 — 41 Goal — Edmonton: Nilsson (W, 5-6-1) Pittsburgh: Zatkoff (LO, 2-1-1).

Islanders 3, Lightning 2 First Period 1. Tampa Bay, Killorn 4 (Stamkos, Stralman) 16:20.

Penalties — Boychuk NYI (interference) 11:16, Namestnikov TB (hooking) 17:31, Okposo NYI (fighting) 18:05, Callahan TB (fighting) 18:05.

Second Period 2. Tampa Bay, Stralman 2 (Stamkos, Filppula) 1:39.

3. NY Islanders, Bailey 5 (Nelson, Strome) 3:51 (pp).

4. NY Islanders, Clutterbuck 5 (unassisted) 16:51.

Penalties — Namestnikov TB (high-sticking) 2:59, Coburn TB (fighting) 4:15, Martin NYI (fighting) 4:15, Bailey NYI (cross-checking) 17:57.

Third Period 5. NY Islanders, Tavares 11 (Nielsen, Leddy) 16:24 (pp).

Penalties — Hickey NYI (hooking) 2:47, Okposo NYI (hooking) 11:47, Condra TB (hooking) 15:31.

Shots on goal by NY Islanders 6 7 9 — 22 Tampa Bay 9 17 5 — 31 Goal — NY Islanders: Greiss (W, 6-3-2) Tampa Bay: Bishop (L, 9-8-2).

Capitals 4, Maple Leafs 2 First Period 1. Washington, Chimera 7 (unassisted) 3:43.

2. Toronto, Holland 4 (Phaneuf) 6:13.

Penalties — None.

Second Period 3. Washington, Wilson 1 (Niskanen, Latta) 4:06.

4. Toronto, Komarov 8 (Phaneuf, van Riemsdyk) 6:26 (pp).

5. Washington, Johansson 5 (Ovechkin, Carlson) 11:08 (pp).

6. Washington, Williams 7 (Chimera, Backstrom) 13:26 (pp).

Penalties — Carlson Wash (interference) 6:17, Kadri Tor (high-sticking) 10:46, Phaneuf Tor (interference) 12:15, Rielly Tor (hooking) 17:34.

Third Period No Scoring.

Penalties — Ovechkin Wash (cross-checking) 10:08.

Shots on goal by Washington 4 11 8 — 23 Toronto 16 4 14 — 34 Goal — Washington: Holtby (W, 15-4-0) Toronto: Bernier (L, 0-8-1).

Devils 3, Canadiens 2 (OT) First Period No Scoring.

Penalties — Galchenyuk Mtl (holding) 10:55, Zajac NJ (holding) 16:04.

Second Period 1. Montreal, Galchenyuk 6 (Beaulieu, Eller) 9:06.

Penalties — Pacioretty Mtl (hooking) 14:47.

Third Period 2. Montreal, Galchenyuk 7 (Pacioretty, Plekanec) 8:50 (pp).

3. New Jersey, Elias 1 (Larsson, Zajac) 11:01.

4. New Jersey, Palmieri 8 (Moore, Henrique) 19:38.

Penalties — Elias NJ (interference) 8:41.

Overtime 5. New Jersey, Moore 2 (Henrique) 2:31.

Penalties — None.

Shots on goal by New Jersey 5 12 12 2 — 31 Montreal 10 8 12 2 — 32 Goal — New Jersey: Schneider (W, 11-6-2) Montreal: Condon (LO, 8-2-3).

Flyers 3, RANGERS 0 First Period No Scoring.

Penalties — L. Schenn Pha (fighting) 10:58, McIlrath NYR (fighting) 10:58, L. Schenn Pha (instigator) 10:58, L. Schenn Pha (misconduct) 10:58, Gudas Pha (unsportsmanlike conduct) 18:57.

Second Period 1. Philadelphia, Simmonds 4 (Read, Del Zotto) 12:24.

Penalties — None.

Third Period 2. Philadelphia, Couturier 2 (Simmonds, Laughton) 3:06.

3. Philadelphia, Simmonds 5 (unassisted) 19:10 (en).

Penalties — McIlrath NYR (hooking) 6:46, Stoll NYR (slashing) 7:43.

Shots on goal by Philadelphia 4 18 12 — 34 NY Rangers 10 7 7 — 24 Goal — Philadelphia: Mason (W, 4-7-4) NY Rangers: Raanta (L, 4-1-0).

Football CFL PLAYOFFS Sunday, Nov. 29 103rd Grey Cup At Winnipeg Edmonton 26 Ottawa 20 Sunday, Nov. 22 Division Finals East Division Ottawa 35 Hamilton 28 West Division Edmonton 45 Calgary 31 Sunday, Nov. 15 Division Semifinals East Division Hamilton 25 Toronto 22 West Division Calgary 35 B.C. 9 SUNDAY’S SUMMARY Eskimos 26, Redblacks 20 First Quarter Ott — TD Lavoie 3 pass from Burris (Milo convert) 3:28 Ott — TD Jackson 7 pass from Burris (convert failed) 6:09 Edm — FG Whyte 25 9:14 Edm — TD Bowman 23 pass from Reilly (Whyte convert) 12:41 Second Quarter Ott — FG Milo 26 7:26 Edm — Single Whyte 44 10:33 Edm — TD Shavers 2 pass from Reilly (two-point convert failed) 14:48 Third Quarter

Thursday’s Games Detroit 45, Philadelphia 14 Carolina 33, Dallas 14 Chicago 17, Green Bay 13 Sunday’s Games

Houston 24, New Orleans 6 Kansas City 30, Buffalo 22 Oakland 24, Tennessee 21 Cincinnati 31, St. Louis 7 Minnesota 20, Atlanta 10 Washington 20, N.Y. Giants 14 Indianapolis 25, Tampa Bay 12 San Diego 31, Jacksonville 25 N.Y. Jets 38, Miami 20 Arizona 19, San Francisco 13 Seattle 39, Pittsburgh 30 New England at Denver, 6:30 p.m.

Monday’s Game Baltimore at Cleveland, 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 3 Green Bay at Detroit, 8:25 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 6 Arizona at St. Louis, 11 a.m.

Seattle at Minnesota, 11 a.m.

Jacksonville at Tennessee, 11 a.m.

San Francisco at Chicago, 11 a.m.

N.Y. Jets at N.Y. Giants, 11 a.m.

Atlanta at Tampa Bay, 11 a.m.

Houston at Buffalo, 11 a.m.

Baltimore at Miami, 11 a.m.

Cincinnati at Cleveland, 11 a.m.

Denver at San Diego, 2:05 p.m.

Kansas City at Oakland, 2:05 p.m.

Carolina at New Orleans, 2:25 p.m.

Philadelphia at New England, 2:25 p.m.

Indianapolis at Pittsburgh, 6:30 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 7 Dallas at Washington, 6:30 p.m.

Connor Knapp to Reading (ECHL). Returned F Cam Reid to Reading.

ROCKFORD ICEHOGS — Returned F Josh Brittain to Indy (ECHL).

ST. JOHN’S ICECAPS — Returned F Luc-Olivier Blain to Brampton (ECHL).

STOCKTON HEAT — Returned F Pat Nagle to Fort Wayne (ECHL).

UTICA COMETS — Returned D Drew Daniels to Fort Wayne (ECHL).

WILKES-BARRE/SCRANTON PENGUINS — Assigned D Clark Seymour to Wheeling (ECHL).

Recalled G Brian Foster from Wheeling.

ECHL FORT WAYNE KOMETS — Released D Nicho-

las Kuqali and G Alex Vazzano.

IDAHO STEELHEADS — Released G Alex Kangas.

READING ROYALS — Released G Brent Troyan as emergency backup.

COLLEGE GEORGIA — Announced the resignation of football coach Mark Richt.

IOWA STATE — Named Matt Campbell football coach.

KENTUCKY — Announced QB Patrick Towles will transfer.

NORTH CAROLINA — Suspended senior DB Tyreece Jiles indefinitely from the football program for a violation of team rules.

PENN STATE — Fired offensive co-ordinator and tight ends coach John Donovan.

PURDUE — Fired offensive co-ordinator John Shoop, defensive co-ordinator Greg Hudson and defensive tackles coach Rubin Carter.

RUTGERS — Fired football coach Kyle Flood and athletic director Julie Hermann. Named Patrick Hobbs athletic director.

VIRGINIA — Announced the resignation of football coach Mike London.

VIRGINIA TECH — Named Justin Fuente football coach.

Cameron Smith, Australia John Senden, Australia David Klein, Germany Brett Rankin, Australia Rohan Blizard, Australia Lee Westwood, England Nicolas Colsaerts, Belgium Jinho Choi, South Korea a-Ryan Ruffels, Australia Nathan Holman, Australia Stephen Allan, Australia Stephen Dartnall, Australia Richard Green, Australia Alistair Presnell, Australia Pan Cheng-tsung, Taiwan David Bransdon, Australia Daniel Valente, Australia Ryan Fox, New Zealand Daniel Pearce, New Zealand

a-Bryson DeChambeau, US a-Yu Chun-an, Taiwan Aaron Pike, Australia Daniel Fox, Australia Wade Ormsby, Australia Gareth Paddison, New Zealand James Nitties, Australia Darren Clarke, Northern Ireland Oliver Goss, Australia Mark Brown, New Zealand David McKenzie, Australia a-Jordan Niebrugge, US Anthony Houston, Australia Callan O’Reilly, Australia Matthew Guyatt, Australia Peter O’Malley, Australia Adam Blyth, Australia Geoff Drakeford, Australia Stephen Leaney, Australia

Neven Basic, Australia Vincent Covello, United States Jake Stirling, Australia Matthew Millar, Australia Michael Moore, Australia Jarrod Lyle, Australia Mathew Goggin, Australia Li Xinyang, China Grant Thomas, Australia Paul Hayden, Australia Michael Sim, Australia George McNeill, United States Harry Bateman, New Zealand Tim Hart, Australia Anthony Brown, Australia Matthew Giles, Australia Rory Bourke, Australia Scott Strange, Australia Choi Joon-woo, South Korea

Ott — FG Milo 33 7:57 Edm — Single Shaw 69 10:00 Fourth Quarter Ott — Single Milo 72 5:59 Edm — TD Lynch 1 run (two-point convert: Shavers 3 pass from Reilly) 11:38 Ottawa 13 3 3 1 — 20 Edmonton 10 7 1 8 — 26 Attendance — N.A. at Winnipeg.

NFL AMERICAN CONFERENCE East W L T Pct New England 10 0 0 1.000 N.Y. Jets 6 5 0 . 545 Buffalo 5 6 0 .455 Miami 4 7 0 .364 South W L T Pct Indianapolis 6 5 0 .545 Houston 6 5 0 .545 Jacksonville 4 7 0 .364 Tennessee 2 9 0 .182 North W L T Pct Cincinnati 9 2 0 .818 Pittsburgh 6 5 0 .545 Baltimore 3 7 0 .300 Cleveland 2 8 0 .200 West W L T Pct Denver 8 2 0 .800

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PA 260 234 299 257

PF 297 266 226 186

PA 193 230 249 277

PF PA 222 183

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PA 267 273 274 261

PF 332 260 248 261

PA 205 234 279 339

PF 231 262 231 230

PA 194 215 264 288

PF 355 267 186 152

PA 229 222 230 271

Transactions HOCKEY National Hockey League ANAHEIM DUCKS — Recalled D Shea Theodore from San Diego (AHL).

DETROIT RED WINGS — Assigned D Richard Nedolel from Grand Rapids (AHL) to Toledo (ECHL).

TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING — Reassigned F Mike Angelidis to Syracuse (AHL).

American Hockey League BINGHAMTON SENATORS — Returned F Darian Dziurzynski to Greenville (ECHL).

GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS — Recalled D Derek Docken from Toledo (ECHL).

LEHIGH VALLEY PHANTOMS — Assigned G

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RED DEER ADVOCATE Monday, Nov. 30, 2015 B5

RDC curlers start season off strong

NFL ROUNDUP are the other members of the mediocre division.

RAIDERS 24, TITANS 21 NASHVILLE, Tenn.

(AP) — Derek Carr threw a 12-yard touchdown pass to Seth Roberts with 1:21 left, and Oakland ended a three-game losing streak.

The Raiders (5-6) handed the Titans (29) their ninth loss in 10 games.

CHIEFS 30, BILLS 22 KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Alex Smith threw for 255 yards and two touchdowns, Spencer Ware ran for 114 yards and a score, and the Chiefs won their fifth straight. Jeremy Maclin had nine receptions for 160 yards and a touchdown, and Cairo Santos hit three field goals for the Chiefs (6-5).

CHARGERS 31, JAGUARS 25 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Philip Rivers threw four touchdown passes, two to Antonio Gates, and the Chargers ended a six-game losing streak. Rivers passed Joe Montana (273) and tied Vinny Testaverde (275) for 11th on the NFL’s TD pass list.

Rivers completed 29 of 43 passes for 300 yards. He was sacked twice and had his left ankle checked in the locker room at halftime.

BY DANNY RODE SPECIAL TO THE ADVOCATE Last season didn’t finish the way RDC women’s skip Marla Sherrer would have liked.

Sherrer finished fourth in the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference playdowns, missing an opportunity to go to the nationals. However, Sherrer along with returning third Julie Selvais and second Courtney Smith used that experience to their advantage and opened the 2015-16 season in impressive fashion.

The RDC crew, which also includes two newcomers in lead Ashlyn Wozny and spare Sara McMann, posted a 5-1 record in the ACAC Fall Regional at the Red Deer Pidherney Curling Centre during the weekend.

Their only setback was a 7-6 loss to undefeated NAIT in their final draw Sunday afternoon.

“That was disappointing, but it was a good start to the season,” said Sherrer. “After the way last year finished we put a little more pressure on ourselves to do better. I think the fact there’s three of us returning helps. It’s nice to be familiar with each other. We know our personalities and what shots we like and how we handle each situation.

“We didn’t really talk that much about last year, but we did say we wanted to come out and win as much as we could and get back to the provincials.”

The fact Sherrer is now in her second season also helps.

“For sure … I have that experience and know what to expect.”

Sherrer got off to a slow start against NAIT, giving up triples in the first and third ends while scoring one in the second.

“We played this morning and there was a difference between sheet three and seven and it took us a while to adjust,” said Sherrer.

Earlier RDC defeated Olds 6-1, Augustana 9-0, Lakeland 7-1, Grant MacEwan 11-3 and Portage 6-2.

Grant MacEwan, Lakeland and Augustana finished at 3-3 with Olds at 1-5 and Portage at 0-6.

“The ladies played great,” said RDC head coach Brad Hamilton. “When you start 5-0 you want to make it 6-0, but the weekend went well. They may have ran out of gas a bit in that final draw as they started slow, but they’re still in a good position.”

The RDC men’s team of skip Ryan Dahmer, third Ty Parcels, second Jeff Ireland and lead Jordan Smith got off to a slow start, losing 6-3 to Olds and 4-3 to Lakeland in their first two games Friday. They then downed Augustana 6-4, Portage 10-2 and NAIT 6-5.

“It looked as if they were nervous to start,” said Hamilton. “Not sure why expect they do have two new players (Parcels and Smith) this year and college is different for sure. But once they started to come together they played well and beat the firstplace team (in NAIT).”

Lakeland finished at 4-1 with NAIT, RDC and Augustana at 3-2, Olds 2-3 and Portage 0-5.

The mixed team made a change in their lineup for their last game against Olds, which turned out to be perfect in a 7-4 win.

They switched third Brett Day and skip Shayne Copeland and obviously also switched second Cyril House and lead Chloe Logelin. Calvin Kashuiba is the spare.

“There was no real reason expect we were struggling a bit and wanted to try something different,” said Hamilton. “Brett was involved in the shot calling anyway and Shayne is a great sweeper and throws a heavier rock.

“As well Brett skipped her junior team in Saskatchewan and has no issue calling the game and is comfortable throwing last stone. Twice she made great tap backs against three to keep us ahead.”

RDC’s other win was a 14-1 decision over Portage while they lost 8-1 to Concordia, 6-2 to NAIT and 10-5 to Lakeland.

Lakeland finished first at 4-1 with Olds, Concordia and NAIT at 3-2 and Portage at 0-5.

The Winter Regional goes Jan. 29-31 at the Avanair Club in Edmonton, which will be hosted by Concordia University. The top teams advance to the ACAC finals, Feb. 26-28 in St. Paul and hosted by Portage.

Danny Rode is a retired Advocate reporter and can be reached at dorde@reddeeradvocate.com. His work can also be seen at www.rdc.ab.ca/athleticsblog.

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BRONCOS 30, PATRIOTS 24 DENVER — Tom Brady lost yet another one of his trusted targets and this time he also lost a game.

C.J. Anderson scored on a 48-yard run with 12:32 left in overtime, powering the Denver Broncos past the New England Patriots 30-24 on a snowy Sunday night.

Now, the Carolina Panthers (11-0) are the NFL’s only remaining unbeaten team.

SEAHAWKS 39, STEELERS 30 SEATTLE (AP) — Russell Wilson threw a career-high five touchdown passes, including two TDs to Doug Baldwin in the final 8:12, and Seattle held on for a wild victory over Pittsburgh and Ben Roethlisberger.

Wilson threw three touchdowns to Baldwin, including an 80-yard catch-and-run score with 2:01 left after Pittsburgh had trimmed Seattle’s lead to 32-30.

CARDINALS 19, 49ERS 13 SANTA CLARA, Calif.

(AP) — Carson Palmer ran for a go-ahead 8-yard touchdown with 2:28 left and tumbled after spiking the ball, and Arizona squeaked by San Francisco.

It was the Cardinals’ fifth straight win and first road victory in the series since September 2008.

TEXANS 24, SAINTS 6 HOUSTON (AP) — Brian Hoyer threw for 205 yards and two touchdowns and the Texans held Drew Breese and New Orleans without a touchdown for the first time in 10 years in a win.

The Texans (6-5) have won four games in a row for the first time since winning six straight in 2012.

BENGALS 31, RAMS 7 CINCINNATI (AP) — Andy Dalton threw three touchdown passes — two of them to A.J. Green — and the Bengals ended their brief slide.

After dropping a pair of prime-time games, the Bengals (9-2) were back in sync against a team that struggles to score.

The Bengals’ 31 points equaled the second-most against St. Louis this season VIKINGS 20, FALCONS 10 ATLANTA (AP) — Adrian Peterson ran for 158 yards and a pair of touchdowns, Matt Ryan threw two more interceptions for the Vikings.

Bouncing back from a 30-13 loss to Green Bay, Minnesota (8-3) jumped ahead on Peterson’s 1-yard run in the opening quarter, and clinched it when he got loose on a 35-yard scamper down the sideline with 4:15 remaining in the game.

C O L T S 2 5 , BUCCANEERS 12 INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Matt Hasselbeck threw for 315 yards and two touchdowns and Adam Vinatieri made four more field goals for the Colts. The Colts (6-5) won their third straight to remain tied atop the AFC South with Houston.

Tampa Bay rookie Jameis Winston threw for 245 yards and a touchdown, but was sacked five times — four coming during a second half in which the Bucs (5-6) were shut out.

JETS 38, DOLPHINS 20 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Ryan Fitzpatrick threw four touchdown passes, two to Brandon Marshall, and the Jets gained some traction in the AFC wildcard race.

Fitzpatrick also connected with rookie Devin Smith and Eric Decker in New York’s fourth win in the last five meetings with Miami. The Jets (6-5) had lost four of their past five overall.

REDSKINS 20, GIANTS 14 LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — Kirk Cousins threw a 63-yard touchdown pass to DeSean Jackson and scored on a quarterback sneak, Washington intercepted Eli Manning three times, and the Redskins pulled into a tie for the NFC East lead.

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Bryant to retire after this season LOS ANGELES — Kobe Bryant has decided to retire after this season, ending his 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers.

The 37-year-old Bryant made the announcement in a post on The Players’ Tribune on Sunday. The third-leading scorer in NBA history wrote a poem entitled “Dear Basketball” to announce his decision.

“My heart can take the pounding.

My mind can handle the grind. But my body knows it’s time to say goodbye,” Bryant wrote. “And that’s OK. I’m ready to let you go. I want you to know now. So we both can savour every moment we have left together. The good and the bad. We have given each other all that we have.”

Bryant went straight from high school in suburban Philadelphia to the Lakers in 1996, and he earned five championship rings and 17 All-Star selections during two decades with the franchise — the longest tenure with one team in NBA history. Bryant also won two Olympic gold medals.

But Bryant’s last three seasons have ended early due to injuries, and he played in only 41 games over the previous two years. He has struggled mightily in the first 15 games of this season with mostly young teammates on a rebuilding roster, making a career-worst 32 per cent of his shots and dealing with pain and exhaustion every day.

The Lakers (2-13) hosted the Indiana Pacers on Sunday night, and fans arriving at Staples Center received a letter from Bryant in a black envelope embossed with gold.

“What you’ve done for me is far greater than anything I’ve done for you,” Bryant wrote. “I knew that each minute of each game I wore purple and gold. I honour it as I play today and for the rest of this season. My love for this city, this team and for each of you will never fade. Thank you for this incredible journey.”

In recent months, Bryant repeatedly said he didn’t know whether he would play another season, clearly hoping for a rebound in his health and the Lakers’ fortunes.

Neither has happened, and the ever-impatient Bryant didn’t wait any longer to decide his future.

“Kobe Bryant is one of the greatest players in the history of our game,” NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said.

“Whether competing in the Finals or

hoisting jump shots after midnight in an empty gym, Kobe has an unconditional love for the game. I join Kobe’s millions of fans around the world in congratulating him on an outstanding NBA career and thank him for so many thrilling memories.”

Even during his late-career struggles with the foundering Lakers, Bryant’s fans have remained devoted to the 6-foot-6 star who won titles alongside Shaquille O’Neal in 2000, 2001 and 2002 before teaming with Pau Gasol for two more in 2009 and 2010. Only 13 players in league history played on more championship teams than Bryant.

And even with the Lakers already likely to miss the playoffs for the third straight season — a first in franchise history — Bryant intends to keep going. He decided to suit up against the Pacers on Sunday even after playing 34 minutes at Portland on Saturday night.

“He kind of shocked me when he told me,” said Lakers coach Byron Scott, Bryant’s teammate during the 1996-97 season. “I’m just sad, more than anything. He’s somebody who I truly care about and have a lot of respect for. It’s always hard when greatness like Kobe decides to hang it up. … I thought he probably had at least another year, but this year isn’t over.

We’ve still got a lot of games left, so I know his purpose is to finish out the season.”

Bryant is the NBA’s highest-paid player this season with a $25 million salary bestowed on him by grateful Lakers owner Jim Buss despite his recent injury problems.

Bryant’s presence guarantees wild crowds wherever the Lakers play. He has been tirelessly devoted to the franchise, repeatedly declaring he would never play for another NBA team in his final seasons despite the Lakers’ wholesale rebuilding process following the disastrous 2012-13 season with Dwight Howard and Steve Nash.

But Bryant’s departure will allow the Lakers to split between the past and the future, with young prospects Julius Randle, D’Angelo Russell and Jordan Clarkson taking on leading roles rather than deferring to their superstar teammate.

Bryant repeatedly declared that he didn’t want a farewell tour in the style of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar or Derek Jeter, his friend and The Players’ Tribune founder. Yet the Lakers’ eightgame road trip beginning next week is almost certain to begin a prolonged

Last play Van Gylswyk boot lifts UBC to Vanier Cup win

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS Thunderbirds 26 Carabins 23 QUEBEC — It was Vanier Cup euphoria for first year quarterback Michael O’Connor, kicking ace Quinn van Gylswyk and the rest of the underdog University of British Columbia Thunderbirds.

The 19-year-old O’Connor passed for 389 yards and van Gylswyk’s fourth field goal with no time left was the game-winner as UBC edged the defending champion University of Montreal Carabins 26-23 in a thrilling Vanier Cup final on Saturday afternoon.

“I knew they weren’t going to let us run the ball so I had to play well for my teammates if we were going to win this game,” said O’Connor, considered by many to be Canada’s best quarterback prospect since another Ottawa native more than a decade ago, Jesse Palmer.

“We came out hot in the first half. A bit sloppy in the second half when I’d like to have some throws back, but hey, we pulled out the W.” It was a stunning performance from a team that was 2-6 last season and went 6-2 in Canada West conference play this season under veteran coach Blake Nill, who was lured to UBC after building a powerhouse at the University of Calgary.

Nill, who coached St. Mary’s to Vanier Cups in 2001 and 2002 and who became the first winner with two different teams, had to choke back tears.

His Dinos had lost Vanier Cups at the same field, Telus Stadium at Laval University, three times.

“We made it tough on ourselves but

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that’s what you expect from a young team,” said the 53-year-old Nill. “This group of guys, I don’t even think they were picked to make the playoffs in Canada West this year.

“What they have done is one of the most amazing things I’ve seen. I can’t grasp it right now.”

The Thunderbirds shot out to a 16-0 lead in the second quarter only to see the Carabins roar back to tie the game 23-23 on Samuel Nadeau-Piuze’s diving catch in the end zone with 7:15 left to play. UBC had a chance to kick the go-ahead points with just over a minute to play, but holder Trevor Casey dropped the snap to turn over the ball on downs. But two plays later, Anthony Blackwell intercepted at the Montreal 52 to give UBC a second chance.

It came down to a last-play field goal from the 20. Montreal won the 2014 Vanier Cup by blocking a final minute kick by the McMaster Marauders and did the same to beat Laval in the Quebec Conference final. This time, van Gylswyk made no mistake.

“We’ve been saying it would come down to me to end the game,” said van Gylswyk, who was four for four on field goals. “It’s just unbelievable.”

It was a heartbreaker for fifth-year Montreal quarterback Gabriel Cousineau, who is normally not a prolific passer but, in his final college game, completed 31 of 45 passes for 391 yards and nearly engineered a comeback win.

“They came to stop the run so we knew we could throw it,” said Cousineau. “They did a great job at the end stopping us. We fell short just by a little bit, but we had some fun out there for sure.”

The Red Deer Vipers jumped out to a 3-0 first-period lead Saturday and cruised to an 8-1 Heritage Junior Hockey League win over the visiting Blackfalds Wranglers.

Drew Joslin scored twice and added an assist for the winners, who got additional goals from Bailey Lawson, Anthony Neurauter, Avery Weenink, Dustin Spearing, Declan Johnston and Jonathan Finnigan, who also picked up two assists.

Mitch Morrison chipped in with a trio of helpers.

Jeff Boese notched the lone goal for the Wranglers, who were zero-for-six on the power play.

The Vipers were three-for-seven with a man advantage and got a 28-save performance from Rylan Bardick. Klay Munro and Nicolas Herrebrugh combined to stop 33 shots at the other end.

The Red Deer victory helped take the sting out of a 2-1 loss to the host Cochrane Generals Friday.

Colton Weseen notched a third-period power-play goal for the Vipers, while Bardick made 25 saves. The Vipers fired 34 shots at Cochrane netminder Ty Robinson.

Both teams were one-for-six on the power play.

In other weekend Heritage League action involving Central Alberta teams: ● The Stettler Lightning outshot the host Strathmore Wheatland Kings 3933 Saturday but dropped a 5-2 decision.

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Travis Green and Taylor McLaughlin combined to make 28 saves in a losing cause.

The Lightning were also 7-3 losers to the Thrashers Friday night in Three Hills, where the winners got a hat-trick effort from Ryan Spiller.

Also scoring for the Thrashers were Tom Vanderlinde with a pair, Rylan Plante-Crough and Tyler Newsham, who also picked up two assists. Kieran Rost, Derek Muhlbach and Logan Davidson replied for Stettler.

Greg Pols was the winning netminder, making 33 saves. McLaughlin blocked 37 shots for the Lightning. ● The Thrashers cruised past the host Medicine Hat Cubs 8-3 Saturday as Newsham sniped three goals and added an assist, Cody Phillips had a goal and two helpers and Spiller, Patrick Fougere, Jesse Morrison and Thomas Campbell also scored for the winners.

Aiden Doel made 24 saves for Three Hills, which held a 39-27 advantage in shots. ● The visiting Ponoka Stampeders got goals from Nate Higgins and Brendan Scott in a 4-2 loss to the Okotoks Bisons Friday.

The Stamps led 2-1 after two periods before giving up three unanswered goals in the final frame.

Ponoka held a 44-32 advantage in shots while getting a 30-save effort from Lanny Blitt.

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Jenna Dudar, right, chats with others as she admires the trees in the tree room at the Festival of Trees Saturday afternoon.

“Santa has Entered the Building” was a popular tree with the kids at the 22nd annual Festival of Trees, having been made to look like the jolly old elf himself.

STORY AND PHOTOS BY ASHLI BARRETT/ADVOCATE STAFF Red Deerians gave their holiday spirit and creativity a boost this past weekend as they took in the city’s most anticipated winter festival.

With Christmas less than a month away, it couldn’t have come at a better time.

The 22nd Annual Festival of Trees transformed Westerner Park’s Stockmens Pavilion into a win-

ter wonderland, with more than 60 elaborate and uniquely decorated trees, wreaths and holiday displays to admire. Residents had opportunity to get a little help with their own decorating by bidding on trees, artwork and other displays, as well as browse gift and sweet shops.

Patrons were also treated to a steady lineup of performances, featuring choir groups and bands, as well as dancers and gymnasts.

On the other half of the pavilion, Candy Cane Lane bustled with children, glitter and a few sticky

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fingers. Cooking decorating, games and crafts were all available for kids, as well as a phone where children could dial up Santa Claus himself. Santa’s Secret Shoppe returned for another year, giving children a chance to do some Christmas shopping of their own for parents and family members.

Proceeds from the festival will be used to enhance patient care and services in the Medical Specialty Clinics at the Red Deer Regional Hospital. In the last 22 years, over $11,870,513 has been raised for different departments in the hospital.

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Climate countdown GATES SPARKS MULTINATIONAL PLAN TO SPEND BILLIONS ON CLEAN-ENERGY TECH

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS PARIS — Government and business leaders are banking on clean energy technology to fight global warming, kicking off this week’s high-stakes climate change negotiations by pledging tens of billions of dollars for research and development.

Microsoft founder and philanthropist Bill Gates, President Barack Obama and French President Francois Hollande will announce the new initiative on Monday, committing to spend tens of billions of dollars for a technological fix to the planet’s climate woes, three current and former officials have told The Associated Press.

“It’s quite a big deal,” said Jennifer Morgan, global climate director for the World Resources Institute. “It brings a new kind of burst of energy into the conference right at the beginning on something very important.”

The U.N. climate summit formally opened Sunday afternoon with a minute of silence for the victims of this month’s Paris attacks and vows not to let terrorism derail efforts to slow or stop climate change.

The “ambitious” effort to develop clean energies initially involves eight countries — France, the U.S., India, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Canada and Norway — according to a French official, who asked not to be named for lack of authorization to speak. These countries would pledge to double their spending on low or no-carbon energy, according to an early version of a document obtained by the AP. President Barack Obama revealed no details Sunday as he travelled to the talks, but wrote on his Facebook page that “we’ll work to mobilize support to help the most vulnerable countries expand clean energy and adapt to the effects of climate change we can no longer avoid.”

The money would focus on research and development of technologies such as energy storage, which could make better use of clean power from wind and solar regardless of the vagaries of weather.

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Kristin Cook, right, of Potomac, Md., joins a rally outside the White House in Washington, Sunday, in support of the climate talks in Paris. Government and business leaders are banking on clean energy technology to fight global warming, kicking off this week’s high-stakes climate change negotiations by pledging tens of billions of dollars for research and development.

Led by Gates, about 20 private business leaders have signed on to the initiative, making their pledges conditional on governments also pledging more money, said a former U.S. government official who is familiar with the plan.

“They are committed to making increased investments in existing technologies and new breakthrough technologies to lower the cost of emissions reductions,” the former U.S. government official said, adding that Gates is particularly concerned about alleviating the “energy poverty” that denies power to millions of people in India and elsewhere.

But a multinational research effort combining the investments of govern-

ments, corporations and private individuals could create intellectual property problems. It also remains to be seen how much of this money is new and how much will involve repackaging old promises.

“The Obama administration recognizes that this is a fundamental competitive advantage for the United States,” the former U.S. official said, but getting such funds approved by a Republican-controlled Congress could be difficult.

Storing electricity is especially crucial for wind and solar power, which can be intermittent because of the weather. Improving batteries is key, and there have been breakthroughs both in technology and production an-

Banks expected to highlight cost containment as they report earnings Q4 REPORT

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — Grappling with a perfect storm of economic and operating challenges, Canada’s biggest banks are expected to emphasize their efforts to rein in costs as they report their fourth-quarter earnings this week.

“They need a catalyst to grow earnings, and increasingly I think the focus is on expenses,” said Edward Jones analyst Jim Shanahan.

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) and Scotiabank (TSX:BNS) will kick off the earnings parade on Tuesday, followed

by Royal Bank (TSX:RY) and National Bank (TSX:NA) on Wednesday. CIBC (TSX:CM) and TD Bank (TSX:TD) will wrap up the quarterly reporting period on Thursday.

Analysts will be looking for signs of cracks stemming from continued low oil prices on the banks’ loan books.

The first such indications of trouble began to crop up last quarter, when

most of the lenders reported higher impaired loans — loans that are unlikely to be repaid in full — to companies in the oil and gas sector.

Despite the spike, the credit problems that have so far surfaced have proven to be manageable for the banks.

Analysts say the brunt of the pain is more likely to be on the consumer loan side — for example, when laid-off workers are unable to pay back their credit cards, consumer loans and mortgage debts.

However, analysts say it may still be too soon for those broader effects to be reflected in the banks’ results, as there is usually a lag period between job losses and loan defaults.

“We do not believe this is the quarter,” CIBC analyst Robert Sedran said in a note to clients, predicting that loan losses will start rising in 2016 and could climb by about 20 per cent on average.

Although analysts are anticipating a quiet quarter as far as credit is con-

cerned, there are a number of other headwinds likely to weigh on the banks’ results.

Rock-bottom interest rates have reduced the profit margins that banks make on loans, overburdened consumers have become hesitant to take on more debt and sustained low oil prices have dampened the country’s economic growth, making it hard for the banks to generate new business.

All of that means growing revenue will be challenging for the lenders in the foreseeable future, and the institutions have been emphasizing expense control as their main lever to grow earnings.

Several of the banks have already announced that they will book restructuring charges in the fourth quarter, and Shanahan predicts there could be others, as well. CIBC said in October it will record a restructuring charge of up to $200 million in the upcoming quarter, while National Bank announced plans to slash roughly 400 jobs, or 2.3 per cent of its staff, and book a $64 million after-tax restructuring charge.

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nounced this year, including by space and electric car tycoon Elon Musk, whose Gigafactory has begun producing large batteries for home power storage to make solar and wind power more viable.

The conference centre where more than 140 nations will be meeting for two weeks began to bustle Sunday as lower-level negotiators arrived, and U.N. climate chief Christiana Figueres expressed optimism about the outcome.

World leaders were expected to arrive on Monday, including Obama and the leaders of China, India and Russia, to discuss commitments to reducing ever-rising carbon dioxide emissions from the burning of fossil fuels.

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Alexis Tsipras, who didn’t back moves by other governments while he was in opposition, had hoped to get the opposition parties to agree on a statement that called for no further pension cuts and present this as a bargaining chip in talks with Greece’s creditors.

Tsipras’ left-led government last summer signed Greece’s third bailout deal since 2010, agreeing to deep spending cuts, including on pensions, in return for financial assistance to keep the heavily indebted country afloat.

The leaders did agree Sunday to demand more EU assistance to help it with the migrant crisis.

Keeping finances up while you’re down south With the winter fast approaching Canadian snowbirds are preparing to flap their wings and take off for the warmth of the sunny southern United States and other popular vacation destinations.

Before they take flight, however, they should make sure their financial and estate affairs are in order and are properly planned so they TALBOT can be managed BOGGS in their absence.

MONEYWISE “There are two critical things to think about before you go to ensure you’ll be in good financial shape while you’re away from home,” says Andrea Andersen, a financial adviser with Edward Jones in Calgary.

“The first is access to cash and your investments and the second is that you’re prepared in the event of a catastrophic event. These are essentials.”

Before you leave take an inventory of bills that must be paid while you’re gone. These would include credit cards, loans, income and property taxes, subscriptions and membership dues. Make sure you can pay them while you’re outside the country, have someone do it for you, or arrange for them to be paid through preauthorized payment or automatic withdrawal from your account. Internet banking is a great way to keep track of expenses and bill payments.

Before heading off, it’s a good idea to identify the most convenient ATM locations near where you’re staying so you will be able to withdraw funds from your U.S.-based account. You want to be sure you have easy access to your cash and investment accounts. If you’re going to be spending an extended period of time in the U.S. you can open a U.S. dollar account at a Canadian financial institution that will allow you to write cheques. You also may want to consider holding U.S. dollar investments that can provide you with income in U.S. dollars while you’re there.

“With some much volatility in the financial markets recently it’s really important to stay connected and on

top of what is happening with your investments so that if you need to make changes or adjustments you can,” Andersen says.

It’s probably a good idea to meet with your financial adviser before you leave home to make sure your portfolio is in good shape and to make arrangements for investments that mature while you’re away such as Guaranteed Investment Certificates, term deposits and bonds. Make sure your adviser knows how and where to reach you while you’re away and vice versa.

“You need to have a plan of action in place before you leave home,” Andersen says.

And then there are legal, insurance and estate issues to consider and cover. Your powers of attorney should be up to date in the event that something happens to prevent you from managing your affairs.

Have a current will in place and let someone know where your legal documents are kept.

Know what kinds of insurance and health plans you have and how they work together. Many people will have health insurance from their employers but coverage may not be adequate and you may require more. Without proper

coverage your financial life could be threatened if you become ill or suffer a major injury in a foreign country.

The older you get the more complex and costly insurance can be, so ensure your needs are being met with the policy you select.

You also should be very aware about how long you stayed in the U.S. Canadians are permitted to spend 183 days in the U.S. over a 12 month period, not just in a calendar year. If you exceed that limit, even if only for a day during a stopover in the U.S., the government considers you a U.S. citizen and you could become eligible to pay U.S. tax and could be subject to tax on your worldwide income in both Canada and the U.S. “The U.S. is cracking down on this and a lot of people have had problems in the past, so it’s advisable to talk to a U.S. tax specialist about your situation,” Andersen says. “With your financial affairs in good order you can head south and enjoy a relaxing winter.”

Talbot Boggs is a Toronto-based business communications professional who has worked with national news organizations, magazines and corporations in the finance, retail, manufacturing and other industrial sectors.

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Participants listen to a speaker during Iran Petroleum Contracts Conference in Tehran, Iran, Saturday. Iran has unveiled a new model of oil contracts aimed at attracting foreign investment once sanctions are lifted under a landmark nuclear deal reached earlier this year. Portraits of the late Iranian revolutionary founder Ayatollah Khomeini, left, and Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei hang on the wall.

Iran unveils upgraded oil contract model HOPING FOR INVESTMENT AFTER SANCTIONS ARE LIFTED

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS TEHRAN, Iran — Iran unveiled a new model of oil contracts Saturday aimed at attracting foreign investment once sanctions are lifted under a landmark nuclear deal reached earlier this year, and said U.S. companies would be welcome to participate.

The new Iran Petroleum Contract replaces a previous buyback model, in which contractors paid to develop and operate an oil field before turning it over to Iranian authorities.

Iran has sweetened the terms, hoping to bring in $30 billion in new investment. The new contracts last 15-20 years and allow for the full recovery of costs. The older contracts were shorter term, and investors complained of heavy risks and suffering losses.

Investors who produced more than planned amounts received no compensation for the additional barrels. But under the new model, the more they produce, the more they will earn. Foreign investors will also have an option to extend contracts an additional five years, up to 25 years.

Some 50 upstream oil, gas and petrochemical projects are being introduced during a two-day conference in Tehran that began Saturday. Iran will pay foreign oil companies larger fees under the new contracts to provide greater incentives to investors.

Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zanganeh told the conference that under the new contracts, foreign investors will be required to form a joint company with an Iranian partner to carry out exploration, development and production operations.

“To continue to play the role (as a major oil supplier), we hope to enjoy working with reputable international

oil companies under a win-win situation,” he told the conference.

Zanganeh welcomed U.S. investment in Iran’s energy sector.

“We have no objection to and problem with the participation of American companies. The way for the presence of these companies in Iran’s oil industry is open,” he said.

Mahdi Hosseini, a senior official in charge of the new contracts, told the conference that the new model is an attempt to repair Iran’s relations with the industrialized world.

Iran is hoping to attract over $150 billion in foreign investment in five years to rebuild its energy industry.

Iranian hardliners, however, condemned the new contracts as “unconstitutional”, saying they will open the way for “infiltration” of the energy sector by Iran’s enemies.

“Zanganeh today unveiled contracts that effectively transfers the rights of exploration, extraction, exploitation and sale Iran’s oil to foreign companies for 25 years,” the conservative news website, rejanews.com, said.

International sanctions on Iran’s oil industry were tightened in 2012 over its controversial nuclear program.

Western nations have long suspected Iran of secretly pursuing nuclear weapons, charges denied by Tehran, which insists the program is entirely peaceful.

Under the agreement reached in July with the U.S., Britain, France, Germany, Russia and China, Iran will curb its nuclear activities in exchange for the lifting of sanctions. Oil Ministry officials said 137 foreign companies attended Saturday’s conference, including Repsol, BP, Royal Dutch Shell, Total, Technip, Schlumberger, Eni, Enel, Rosneft, Lukoil, Gazprom, Inpex, Statoil and Daewoo.

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BANKS: Record a restructuring charge TD Bank, meanwhile, said it was expecting to record a restructuring charge of similar magnitude to the one it saw in the second quarter, which was $337 million, or $228 million after tax.

Scotiabank analyst Sumit Malhotra says the banks seem to be highlighting head count and branches in their discussions around cost-containment.

CIBC, Royal Bank, TD Bank and

Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) all reported that their number of employees shrank in the third quarter compared to the same period in 2014, according to Malhotra.

“As an increasing proportion of banking transactions are conducted outside of the traditional physical footprint of the system, it stands to reason that the industry will reduce the infrastructure that was in place to service this business,” Malhotra said in a note to clients.

“To some extent this has been seen in the disclosure from the banks over the past year, as on an aggregate basis we see a reduction in the branch count of the sector (particularly outside of Canada) and a decline in the head count at four of the banks.”

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WASHINGTON — Black Friday shopping is shifting from hours spent in line to more time online.

Sales at retail stores on Black Friday fell to $10.4 billion this year, down from $11.6 billion in 2014, according to preliminary figures from research firm ShopperTrak.

And sales on Thanksgiving dropped to $1.8 billion from just over $2 billion. ShopperTrak has 1,200 members, including retailers and malls, in the U.S and overseas. Their figures don’t include e-commerce.

A big reason for the declines is increased online shopping, as Americans hunt down deals on their smartphones, tablets and computers. Another key factor: Many retailers are offering bargains long before Thanksgiving, limiting the impact of Black Friday specials.

Still, most analysts expect this year’s holiday sales to show stronger growth than last year’s. Americans are starting to see early signs of pay increases, hiring has been solid in the past year, and low gas prices are leaving more money in shoppers’ pockets.

“There’s a lot of strength in the consumer,” said Bill Martin, co-founder of ShopperTrak. Even with the slip in sales, “Black Friday will end up being the number one sales day in retail this year.”

Gerri Spencer and her daughter Jasmine Hansen were enthusiastic participants in Black Friday shopping this year.

They left Spencer’s home at 4 a.m.

Friday and were at Cabela’s, a hunting and outdoor equipment store, in Kansas City, Kansas, an hour later.

“There was a very long line, a few tents and a lot of lawn chairs,” Spencer said. “They posted signs saying you can’t have a fire.”

Spencer said she spent a little more than normal this year. “I feel the econ-

omy has picked up in a few areas, and I felt the pull of the holiday spirit,” she said.

Online retailers have been bombarding customers with email discounts for weeks. Online sales jumped 14.3 per cent on Friday compared with last year, according to Adobe, which tracked activity on 4,500 retail websites. Email promotions drove 25 per cent more sales compared with 2014, the company said.

Chris Christopher, director of consumer economics at consulting firm IHS, predicts that holiday season e-commerce sales will jump 11.7 per cent this year to about $95 billion, up from last year’s 10.9 per cent gain. IHS considers the holiday shopping season to include both November and December.

That’s a much larger increase than the 3.5 per cent gain Christopher forecasts for total holiday retail sales, including both online and in traditional retail stores. Overall, about $1 in every $7 in holiday shopping sales will occur online this year, IHS predicts.

Retailers have also started offering deep discounts as early as Halloween, even advertising them as “Black Friday” deals, Martin said.

Auto dealers have gotten in on the game and are offering “Black Friday” discounts.

“Consumers have shifted and started earlier,” Martin added. Americans are doing more of their holiday shopping in November, he said, a decade-long trend, even though December remains the month in which consumers spend the most.

The move toward earlier discounts was intensified this year because many retailers struggled with overstocked warehouses and store shelves heading into the fall, Christopher said. That prompted many to offer deep discounts as early as the beginning of this month.

“The price discounting has been creeping toward Halloween,” he said.

Five things to watch for in the business world in this week

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — Five things to watch in Canadian business this week: Climate confab: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Paris that kicks off Monday. His appearance comes on the heels of a Liberal government announcement of a fiveyear, $2.65 billion contribution to help developing countries tackle climate change.

Newfoundland and Labrador votes: People in Newfoundland and Labrador go to the polls on Monday. According to public opinion surveys, Dwight Ball’s Liberals will either win by a big landslide in Monday’s provincial election in Newfoundland and Labrador — or by a modest one.

GDP: Statistics Canada releases the

GDP numbers for the third quarter and September on Tuesday in an ever-reliable gauge of the health of the Canadian economy.

Banks bonanza: Scotiabank and BMO report their fourth-quarter results on Tuesday, the National Bank of Canada and the Royal Bank report on Wednesday, and TD and CIBC report on Thursday. Also this week: the Bank of Canada announces its decision on the target for its critical overnight rate on Wednesday. The central bank is expected to hold steady on its key lending rate.

Oilpatch: Canadian Oil Sands, the largest partner in the Syncrude oilsands project and the takeover target of Suncor Energy, announces its 2016 spending plans on Tuesday. Enbridge, the Calgary-based energy delivery company, does the same on Thursday.

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BANGUI, Central African Republic — Flanked by Vatican bodyguards in flak jackets and machine-gun-toting U.N. peacekeepers, Pope Francis plunged Sunday into conflict-wracked Central African Republic and urged the country’s Christian and Muslim factions to lay down their weapons and instead arm themselves with peace and forgiveness.

Francis issued the appeal from the altar of Bangui’s cathedral after arriving in the badly-divided capital on the final leg of his three-nation African tour.

Schoolgirls dressed in the yellow and white of the Holy See flag and women wearing traditional African fabric dresses emblazoned with the pope’s face joined government and church authorities to welcome Francis at Bangui airport amid tight security.

Cheering crowds lined his motorcade route — about five kilometres (three miles) of it in his open-sided popemobile. The crowds swelled again at a displacement camp, where children sang him songs of welcome and held up hand-made signs saying “Peace,” “Love” and “Unity.”

“My wish for you, and for all Central Africans, is peace,” Francis told the nearly 4,000 residents in the St. Sauveur church camp. With the help of a Sango translator, he then led them in a chant: “We are all brothers. We are all brothers.”

“And because we are brothers, we want peace,” he said.

Sunday’s visit was a rare moment of jubilation in Central African Republic, where Muslim rebels overthrew the Christian president in early 2013, ushering in a brutal reign that led to a swift and horrific backlash against Muslim civilians when the rebel leader left power the following year.

Throughout the early months of 2014, mobs attacked Muslims in the streets, even decapitating and dismembering them and setting their corpses ablaze. Tens of thousands of Muslim civilians fled for their lives to neighbouring Chad and Cameroon. Today, the capital that once had 122,000 Muslims has only around 15,000, according to Human Rights Watch.

Overall, 1 million people in a country of 4.8 million have been forced from their homes.

While ecstatic crowds celebrated the pope’s visit and message of reconciliation, thousands of Muslims remained essentially blockaded in their neighbourhood of PK5, unable to leave because of the armed Christian militia fighters called the anti-Balaka who

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS WASHINGTON — Jeb Bush expressed exasperation when asked yet another question Sunday about yet another outrageous utterance from the man dominating the Republican presidential discussion.

The one-time-favourite-now-longshot voiced frustration over all the news-media attention still being hoovered up by Donald Trump, with the primaries fast approaching.

The catalyst for his comment was a query about one of several controversial statements made by Trump in the last few days alone: this one about the ominous-sounding idea of a national database tracking Muslims. Trump appeared to consider the idea when asked about it, then later declined to rule it out when repeatedly invited to do so.

A Bush adviser likened it to fascism — so the issue was put to the former governor of Florida and struggling presidential candidate in the midst of an interview on CBS’s “Face The Nation.”

“He knows what he’s saying. He’s smart,” Bush replied.

“He’s playing you guys like a fiddle — the press — by saying outrageous things, and garnering attention. That’s his strategy — to dominate the news.”

Bush went on to describe Trump as misinformed at best, preying on people’s fears at worst said he wasn’t a serious candidate for serious times and called it “scary” to listen to him.

His analysis of Trump’s political success might be on the mark.

Political scientist John Sides has written several times about how the media have covered Trump far more extensively than other candidates, and demonstrated the close correlation between his poll numbers and his ratio of mentions in media stories.

He’s retained a big advantage in both departments: media attention, and in the national Republican polls with the initial primaries two months away.

In recent days he’s floated the Muslim-database idea told a story about Muslims dancing in New Jersey to celebrate 9-11 insisted he saw that incident on TV although nobody can find a record of it appeared to mock the physical handicap of a reporter who questioned his memory and then denied being aware of the reporter or his

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Young fans of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump attend a campaign rally Saturday outside of Robarts Arena in Sarasota, Fla. handicap — despite the fact that they’d spoken for numerous stories and, according to the reporter, they were on a first-name basis.

Trump himself explained — years ago — that his recipe for success includes getting attention.

Being outrageous is a key ingredient.

“You can have the most wonderful product in the world, but if people don’t know about it, it’s not going to be worth much. There are singers in the world with voices as good as Frank Sinatra’s, but they’re singing in their garages because no one has ever heard of them. You need to generate interest,” Trump wrote in his 1987 book, “The Art of The Deal.”

“One thing I’ve learned about the press is that they’re always hungry for a good story, and the more sensational the better. It’s in the nature of the job, and I understand that. The point is that if you are a little different, or a little outrageous, or if you do things that are bold or controversial, the press is going to write about you.”

Trump boasts that the book is the No. 1 selling business book of all time.

Which is completely untrue. It’s far behind others and barely sold a fraction of the 15 million copies of Dale Carnegie’s 1936, “How to Win Friends And Influence People.”

That’s another thing that’s flummoxed Trump’s critics: the flood of falsehoods emanating from him, and

their inability to counter them. A couple of the Sunday talk-show panels reflected on the sturdiness of his support — despite the billionaire being exposed as perpetually chintzy with the truth.

One of several other nose-stretchers he’s been telling lately is that the Obama administration plans to bring in 225,000 Syrian refugees. The actual number is 10,000 — less than half of what Canada is doing.

But Trump says he has sources to the contrary.

“Nothing seems to matter,” conservative commentator Brit Hume said on Fox News Sunday, and then quoted Abraham Lincoln: “You can fool some people all the time.”

RECLUSIVE SUSPECT’S WORDS DRAW FOCUS IN HUNT FOR MOTIVE

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Pope Francis comforts a child during a brief, unscheduled stop at a pediatric hospital on his way to Bangui cathedral, Central African Republic, Sunday. Pope Francis is in Africa for a six-day visit that is taking him to Kenya, Uganda and the Central African Republic. surround its perimeter.

Francis plans to enter this highly volatile neighbourhood on Monday morning to meet with the local imam and Muslims in the mosque before returning to Rome.

In his inaugural Mass on Sunday night, Francis reminded the faithful that their primary vocation was to love their enemy and be courageous in forgiving and overcoming hatred, violence, persecution and injustice.

“To all those who unjustly use weapons in this world, I appeal: Put down your weapons of death arm yourselves instead with justice, love, mercy and authentic guarantees of peace,” he said to applause.

The precarious security in Bangui, which is awash in weapons, had raised the possibility in recent weeks that the pope could cancel his visit or at least

trim it back. While sectarian clashes have left at least 100 people dead over the last two months, in recent days Bangui has been relatively free of gunfire.

Welcoming Francis at the presidential palace, President Catherine Samba-Panza thanked him for his “lesson in courage” in simply coming, saying his presence showed the “victory of faith over fear.”

In a nod to Francis’ appeal for personal soul-searching, she offered a public confession.

“In the name of the entire governing class of this country and also in the name of all those who have contributed in some way to its descent into hell, I confess all the evil that has been done here over history and ask forgiveness from the bottom of my heart,” she said.

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Robert Lewis Dear told authorities “no more baby parts” after being arrested for the shooting of a Colorado Planned Parenthood clinic, according to a law enforcement official, part of a rambling statement that investigators are parsing to understand the reasoning behind an assault that left three dead.

Colorado Springs police on Sunday said they would not disclose any information on the motive for the attack, a move that guarantees further speculation over the intention of Dear, whom acquaintances described as an odd, reclusive loner, as he prepares for his initial appearance in state court on Monday.

Planned Parenthood cited witnesses as saying the gunman was motivated by his opposition to abortion. He killed a police officer and two civilians, one of whom was identified by family members Sunday as Colorado Springs woman who had accompanied a friend to the clinic. The father of Jennifer Markovsky, 36, spoke to The Denver Post.

The law enforcement official who recounted Dear’s statement spoke on condition of anonymity because the official was not allowed to publicly discuss the ongoing investigation.

The official said the “no more baby parts” comment was among a number of statements he made to authorities after his arrest, making it difficult to know his specific motivation.

Still, U.S. Attorney John Walsh said investigators have been in touch with lawyers from the Justice Department’s Civil Rights and National Security divisions, suggesting officials could pursue federal charges in addition to state homicide ones. One possible avenue is the 1994 Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act, which makes it a crime to injure or intimidate clinic patients and employees.

The attack thrust the clinic to the centre of the debate over Planned Parenthood, which was reignited in July when anti-abortion activists released undercover video they said showed the group’s personnel negotiating the sale of fetal organs.

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Potatoes au gratin two ways

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS To Ruth Reichl, recipes are a conversation and should serve as a stepping stone for readers to adapt them to their own taste.

In keeping with that, she uses a relaxed tone in her new cookbook “My Kitchen Year,” directing home cooks to add a glug of olive oil, season with a shower of pepper or toss in a hefty dollop of bourbon.

“I was really clear that I wanted the whole book to have a narrative arc and that I wanted the recipes to be kind of like stories too,” she says.

Rather than a standard list of ingredients common in most recipes, she includes a shopping list of items that likely need to be purchased and a list of staples most people probably have on hand.

“That’s how I shop. When you go to the market you don’t really need to know that you need sugar. You do need to know that you need a butternut squash. It’s just done, for me, intuitively. It’s how I cook,” she says.

She also wants readers to experience the smells and feel of their ingredients, encouraging them to mix with their hands.

“There are things I love, like the butternut squash or when you’re peeling a peach or there’s this wonderful effect when you run the banana leaves across the flame where you can watch the colour ripple and change and I thought it would be a shame that people didn’t stop to notice that.”

“My Kitchen Year” is also available in an audio version.

“I thought they were crazy when they asked me to read it,” says Reichl.

But with the recipes written in a conversational style and the ingredients incorporated into the directions, “it really does work.”

“In fact, AudioFile magazine put me on the cover because as a cookbook it really does work. You can stop it. It is like I’m standing there with you.”

Here are some recipes from “A Kitchen Year” to try: POTATOES AU GRATIN Reichl calls this side dish an “extravagant classic,” which she’s served at Christmas with a prime rib roast.

She writes: “The secret to these potatoes is that they’re cooked twice.

First you plunk them into a big bath of milk and cream that’s been infused with a touch of garlic and bring them gently to a boil. Then you dump them into a baking dish, grate a bit of fresh nutmeg over them, and sprinkle the entire top with Gruyere before putting them into the oven where they drink up all the liquid as the cheese turns into a crisp crust.”

SHOPPING LIST 375 ml (1 ½ cups) cream 1.15 kg (2 ½ lb) boiling potatoes (such as Yukon Gold) 250 g (½ lb) Gruyere cheese (grated) STAPLES 500 ml (2 cups) milk 2 cloves garlic, smashed 5 ml (1 tsp) salt Pepper Whole nutmeg Butter Pour cream and milk into a large pot. Peel potatoes and slice as thinly as you can, putting them into the pot as they are ready. Add garlic, salt and a few good grinds of pepper and bring it all slowly to a boil.

Meanwhile, butter a gratin dish or a rectangular baking pan. When milk comes to a boil, remove from heat and pour contents into buttered gratin dish. Grate a bit of fresh nutmeg over top and cover with grated Gruyere cheese.

The baking is pretty forgiving you can bake at anywhere from 150 C to 200 C (300 F to 400 F), depending on what else you have in the oven. The timing is forgiving too at the lower temperature it will take about an hour to absorb the liquid and turn the top golden at 200C (400 F) it will take about 35 minutes.

Let it rest for at least 15 minutes before serving. But this, too, is forgiving.

If the potatoes have to wait an hour,

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LINZER TORTE Reichl writes: “Every Christmas my father went uptown (in New York) to purchase a linzer torte it reminded him of his Berlin childhood. The year I was 12 I surprised him by baking one myself.

“Much later I learned that the classic recipe requires considerably more effort than mine, but to this day I prefer this super-easy version. To me it will always be the taste of Christmas.”

SHOPPING LIST 250 ml (1 cup) icing sugar 425 ml (1 ¾ cups) almonds 125 ml (½ cup) raspberry preserves (the best you can find) 75 ml (1/3 cup) red or black currant jam STAPLES 175 ml (¾ cup) unsalted butter, softened (1 ½ sticks) 2 eggs 425 ml (1 ¾ cups) flour Pinch salt 5 ml (1 tsp) ground cinnamon 1 lemon Cream butter with icing sugar. Beat in 1 egg and 1 egg yolk (save leftover white).

Toast almonds and grind very fine.

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Separate one-third of the dough from the rest and lightly roll out larger piece on a floured surface so that it fits into a 20-cm (8-inch) tart pan with a removable bottom, pressing it up the sides. Don’t worry if the dough falls apart just patch and press it into the pan. Brush with reserved egg white and set aside.

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starts to look a little lazy. After all, this is the studio that in Monsters, Inc. took something that terrifies kids — monsters —and made a instant classic about them. And just earlier this year with Inside Out, Pixar even turned something as scary as adolescent emotions into lovable characters. Now that’s bold. ● The protagonist is an unco-ordinated underdog Arlo, an apatosaurus, is the runt of his family. He’s teeny and frightened of everything, even chickens. Plus he can’t seem to walk more than a few yards before taking a spill. He just doesn’t fit in.

Where have we seen this before?

You name it! Dumbo, with his huge ears and Kung Fu Panda’s obese martial artist, the snail who dreams of being an Indy 500 racer in Turbo and Nemo with his tiny tattered fin. The list goes on …

TRENTON, N.J. — Chicago was his kind of town, L.A. was his lady and he certainly was a big part of New York, New York. But despite a love-hate relationship, the mile-square New Jersey city where Frank Sinatra was born is finding the centennial of his birth to be a very good year.

Throughout 2015, Hoboken has remembered its native son, who died in 1998 at age 82, with outdoor screenings of his movies, a “Sinatra Idol” competition and concerts that will be capped by a centennial birthday bash on Dec. 12 at the Stevens Institute of Technology, which awarded the high school dropout an honorary degree in 1985.

The small-scale event is not generating the same buzz as Sinatra 100 — An All-Star Grammy Concert on Dec. 2 in Las Vegas, featuring Tony Bennett, Lady Gaga and Celine Dion.

Even so, the Hoboken Historical Museum has seen a 300 per cent jump in visitors since opening a Sinatra exhibit in early August and has hired extra staff, director Robert Foster said.

“Whenever we do something on Sinatra, people come out of the woodwork,” Foster said. “We enjoy the fans because they are so loyal and he means so much to them.”

Lacking any major items that belonged to Sinatra, the museum tells his story through media displays and visitors receive a map with their $4 admission that features Sinatra sites.

Greta Wilson, who was born and raised in Hoboken, said Sinatra is “always the first thing” people ask her about.

“They always wanted to know if I had seen him in a store or a movie theatre or some other place in town, and if he was like a regular person or if he acted like a stuck-up movie star,” she said.

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Arlo and Forrest Woodbush (aka The Pet Collector) in ‘The Good Dinosaur.’

Derivative dinosaur IS ‘THE GOOD DINOSAUR’ THE LEAST IMAGINATIVE PIXAR MOVIE?

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It feels sacrilegious to speak ill of Pixar. This is the studio behind Toy Story, Inside Out, WALL-E, Up, Monsters, Inc. and Finding Nemo, after all — the kinds of funny, clever tearjerkers that appeal to everyone regardless of age, sex, race and political affiliation. Pixar was basically the original Adele.

And yet, the studio’s most recent release feels different than its predecessors, because “The Good Dinosaur” is - is it OK to say this out loud? - totally derivative.

That’s not to say it isn’t beautifully made; the visuals are spectacular. And the premise is promising: The movie takes place in an alternate reality where dinosaurs weren’t wiped out.

Instead, they evolved and even co-existed with humans. So far, so good — right?

In the end, though, the movie seems

like it was made more to show off Pixar’s technical capabilities than its storytelling. The photorealistic rivers, mountains and streams do look amazing. But everything else looks like something we’ve seen in another animated movie. Here’s why. ● The movie is about dinosaurs Is there any species that delights small children more than dinosaurs?

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BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES — Despite some mighty competition, Katniss and her crew dominated the box office once again.

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 2 held on to its first-place spot in its second weekend in theatres, earning $51.6 million to top The Good Dinosaur and Creed, which both debuted Wednesday, according to Rentrak estimates on Sunday.

The fourth and final installment in Lionsgate’s highly successful series has grossed $198.3 million to date.

Audiences had their pick of genres over the crowded Thanksgiving weekend. Disney and Pixar’s animated dinosaur movie took second place, bringing in $39.2 million Friday through Sunday, while Creed, a new entry into the Rocky Balboa canon, came in third with $30.1 million.

Families accounted for 79 per cent of The Good Dinosaur’s audience. The film, which cost a reported $175 million to $200 million to produce, grossed $55.6 million in its first five days in theatres.

“This Pixar group has just been so consistent with high-quality storytelling that appeals to all audiences. This weekend’s result is another testament to the way they do things,” said Dave Hollis, executive vice-president of distribution for Disney. “We are off

and running in a great way and also set up for a very, very long run.”

Creed, meanwhile, came out swinging. The critically acclaimed Ryan Coogler-directed film focuses on the character of Apollo Creed’s son, Adonis (Michael B. Jordan) who wants his own shot in the ring with the help of Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone).

The film cost $35 million to make and has earned $42.6 million over five days.

Its audience has been largely male and over age 25, according to exit polls.

“This is a movie that played broadly everywhere.

You expect it to do well in the big markets and even the medium-size markets, but the small markets were just fantastic,” said Jeffrey Goldstein, executive vice-president of domestic distribution for Warner Bros. “The boxing element really resonates.”

Paul Dergarabedian, senior media analyst for Rentrak, said the indie sensibilities, critical response and stellar cast has made Creed the movie to see right now.

“This is a movie that’s going to go the distance,” Dergarabedian said.

James Bond film Spectre, with $12.8 million, and The Peanuts Movie, with $9.7 million, rounded out the top five.

Victor Frankenstein was not so lucky. The $40 million revival of Mary Shelley’s monster classic, starring James McAvoy and Daniel Radcliffe, proved

lifeless in theatres, earning just $2.35 million from Friday to Sunday.

Awards hopeful The Danish Girl, starring Eddie Redmayne as the transgender artist Lili Elbe, also opened in four theatres with a solid $185,000.

No records were broken this Thanksgiving weekend, but that’s more of a sign of a crowded slate than the health of the box office, Dergarabedian said.

“Rankings are not as important this weekend as how these films can play for the long haul,” he said.

“I haven’t seen this crowded of a marketplace in years. … I don’t know how anyone would have time to see everything.”

Estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian theatres, according to Rentrak.

Final domestic figures will be released Monday.

1. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 2, $51.6 million.

2. The Good Dinosaur, $39.2 million.

3. Creed, $30.1 million.

4. Spectre, $12.8 million.

5. The Peanuts Movie, $9.7 million.

6. The Night Before, $8.2 million.

7. The Secret In Their Eyes, $4.5 million.

8. Spotlight, $4.5 million.

9. Brooklyn, $3.8 million.

10. The Martian, $3.3 million.

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DINOSAUR: Hardly original ● It’s a hero’s journey Arlo gets washed away from home during a storm and spends most of the movie trying to hike home to reunite with his family. What are the odds he’ll overcome his debilitating fears and return a changed dino?

To answer that question, we need only to recall Arlo’s countless forebears who all made nearly identical treks, such as Fievel in An American Tale, Simba in The Lion King and Littlefoot in The Land Before Time. ● A parent dies This is the crutch to end all crutches, and has showed up in so many Disney movies, people have started posing psychological theories to explain the trend. Like in Bambi, The Lion King, Frozen, The Jungle Book and Hunchback of Notre Dame, Arlo starts out with two loving parents, but one of them bites the dust.

There are reasons to include this plot point in a movie, and the turn of events will certainly get an audience to feel sympathy for the main character.

But in the case of The Good Dinosaur, the event seems oddly shoe-horned in. If Arlo’s parents had both survived, the narrative wouldn’t have changed significantly. Arlo could have just as easily been washed away and returned home without offing his dad. ● There’s an offbeat sidekick savior Arlo ends up accompanied by a little cave boy named Spot. This twist is mildly amusing given that the ragamuffin kid growls, barks, fetches and generally acts like a loyal dog. In this reality, dinosaurs are the evolved ones — they’re cattle-herders and farmers. Humans are the pets, but Spot is more than a companion, he’s also Arlo’s protector.

In other words, he’s a lot like other animated accomplices, such as Timon and Pumbaa (with less annoying singing), the Seven Dwarfs, the dapper Jiminy Cricket and Finding Nemo’s Dory, who was so beloved she’s getting her own movie. ● There’s a psychedelic interlude One of the most amusing moments in The Good Dinosaur is when Arlo and Spot accidentally eat psychedelic fruit and end up transported to a surreal world where they float through the air wearing each other’s heads.

It’s amusing, but it’s hardly original. You don’t see this often anymore, but there was a time when inserting trippy footage into kid-friendly cartoons was fairly standard.

Like, when Dumbo gets drunk off champagne. And Alice eats those special cookies. And Winnie the Pooh has what amounts to a bad trip while dreaming of heffalumps and woozles, whatever those are. ● T. Rex turns out to be a hero In The Good Dinosaur, Arlo befriends a family of T. Rexes, who look intimidating with their huge sharp teeth, but it turns out they’re just kindly cowboys.

It’s actually a pretty imaginative turn of events,

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Robert Foster, second from far right, and volunteers Dennis English, second from far right, and Maria Lara, right, work on putting up a poster with a star for singer Frank Sinatra at the Hoboken Historical Museum in Hoboken, N.J. The museum is hosting an exhibit celebrating Sinatra’s upcoming 100th birthday on Dec. 12.

At left, volunteers Steve Brylski, left, and Jim Corio work correspondence which will be sent out to museum members. but another movie beat The Good Dinosaur to the punch. What are the odds that two blockbusters would turn the most dangerous, blood-thirsty dino into a hero in the same year? But so it goes — Jurassic World had the same twist.

SINATRA: A great representative of Hoboken A plaque marks the former building at 415 Monroe St. where Sinatra was born in 1915 to middle-class parents.

“He had a nice life,” said Chuck Granata, who co-produces and engineers the Nancy for Frank satellite radio program with Sinatra’s oldest daughter, Nancy. “Frank was not poor and was probably one of the more fortunate kids growing up.”

His mother made sure her son had nice clothes and even a car, which helped him gain a spot in 1935 with the singing group the Hoboken Four. They won first prize on a national radio program for amateur entertainers, and Sinatra started along a path that led to big bands, bobby soxers and fame.

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However, some Hoboken residents felt Sinatra had forgotten them, reflected in the reception he got when he rode on a float in a 1947 parade and was pelted with tomatoes, according to biographer Ed Shirak. Sinatra later called Hoboken a sewer.

Urban blight plagued the city until the 1970s, when New Yorkers started crossing the Hudson River to renovate brownstones and build condominiums. The icy relationship began to thaw in 1979 when the city changed River Road to Sinatra Drive.

A park and the city’s main post office would also bear his name.

Hoboken these days reflects Sinatra cool, where fashionable young hipsters roam the city’s bars and restaurants after spending the day working in Manhattan.

Wilson, 68, who now lives on Long Beach Island, said she thought Sinatra was a great representative for Hoboken.

“People unfamiliar with Hoboken seem to think of it as a dumpy small Jersey town, filled with people who really want to live in New York City,” she said.

“Frank helped put Hoboken on the map, and people still come there to this day just see ‘his town’ and learn more about him. Hoboken owes Sinatra a lot.”

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tore aisles are filled this time of year with every must-have gift retailers can advertise. Children often plead and beg for the hottest toys weeks ahead of the holidays, hoping to find their requests wrapped up come the big day.

But once the gift wrap is torn away and kids have played with their presents for a day, some already grow bored with their new belongings and cast them aside. Certain toys are not engaging enough to warrant extended periods of play — no matter what the advertisements boast.

No gift-giver wants to spend money on a present only to have it collecting dust days later. With that said, employing these strategies can help anyone select a gift that will continue to inspire and excite children long after the holiday season has come and gone.

Don’t believe the hype It’s easy to fall hook, line and sinker for ultra-popular trendy gifts. While such gifts may have popular appeal, that does not mean they’re a perfect fit for your child. When shopping for youngsters come the holiday season, choose a gift because your child will truly enjoy it and not because it’s the trendy item of the year.

Focus on the play factor Too often shoppers get caught up in toys’ appearances. Instead, think about how the toys will work

with imaginative play. The more a child can envision himself doing with a particular toy, the more likely he or she will exhibit a continued interest in that toy.

Look for minimal bells and whistles Kids often find toys that leave more room for imagination more interesting than toys that are loaded with gadgets. Children prefer to make up their own stories and create modes of play that are more about what they like rather than the “right” way to play or win.

Choose gifts that grow Shoppers want to select gifts that are age-appropriate for children so they will be safe during play time. But shoppers also should look for toys and activities that can be modified and grow with the child as he or she ages. A game that gets progressively harder through levels or a toy set that can be supplemented as kids grow older may make good gifts. Musical instruments also can grow with a child, as the instruments become easier to master with practice.

Figure out the child’s interests Toys that cater specifically to a child’s interests will be the most warmly received. It may take going the extra mile to find a gift that matches a child’s interest rather than picking up the first trendy gift you see, but the results will be well worth it.

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The realities of getting older often mean the body slows down and activities may not be as easy as they used to be. Many active seniors are not ready to live sedentary lives, nor should they be forced to do so. Plenty of products exist that can make life easier and more comfortable for older adults.

Television amplifying headphones are one product that can be a great fit for seniors, particularly those having difficulty hearing their televisions. The headphones amplify the sound of the programming without disturbing others in the room, and many such headphones even allow users to mute their televisions. This feature is perfect for someone who likes to watch TV while

a spouse is sleeping or reading in the same room.

Other devices that can make life easier for seniors include magnifying products or bookholders. In addition, gel seat cushions can take pressure off of the spine in the car or at home.

Food

Food is always a handy gift because it doesn’t take up much room and can be enjoyed at a recipient’s leisure. Perhaps there is something the senior in your life used to enjoy as a child but now finds hard to come by. A search of the Internet may uncover that special treat. You may be able to ship a specialty soft drink or favorite cookie that is not available in a nearby store. Otherwise, ask a store manager if a particular item that’s not in stock in the store can be a special order.

Photos

What grandparent does not enjoy looking at his or her family members? Computer-savvy men and women can use photo software to design personalized photo books, calendars, mugs, and other photo-related gifts. Just about anything can be emblazoned with a photo, including tote bags and pillows.

Another idea is to collect old photos and compile a memory book. Scan the images so they are preserved digitally and then print out the images in a book that includes the family history.

Time

Seniors who truly do not want or need anything probably will likely jump at the opportunity to spend time with loved ones. Treat a friend or family member to a meal out or simply spend a few hours chatting at his or her home. Sometimes the company of a new face and good conversation is the ideal gift.

How to approach your holiday spending he holiday season can be both exciting and expensive. The excitement stems from chances to see family and friends, while the expenses often stem from holiday shopping for those very same loved ones.

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Come to a consensus on a reasonable limit and urge family members not to exceed that limit no matter what.

Determine how much you can spend

Many people find themselves overextended financially come the holiday season because they never bother to sit down before the season begins to determine how much they can afford to spend.

Set some time aside before your first holiday shopping excursion to examine your finances.

Such an examination should give you a ballpark figure of how much you can spend. Keep a tally of all of your purchases with you whenever you go shopping, updating the list with each new purchase you make. Tracking spending can help you stay within your budget.

know money will be tight come the holiday season, begin your holiday shopping early. Doing so allows you to stretch your spending out over several months as opposed to several weeks. Shopping early also gives you more time to comparison shop and find the best price.

Resist the temptation to put it all on plastic

Credit and debit cards are more convenient than cash, especially now that you can buy everything from cups of coffee to big-ticket items with the swipe of a card. But cash can be

your friend when holiday shopping, especially if you have a history of overspending during the holiday season. Leave cards at home when holiday shopping, spending only the cash you have in your pocket. While this may be a less convenient way to shop than you’ve grown accustomed to, it will save you the grief of large credit card bills come January.

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appreciate some new camping gear, a new fishing pole or even some comfortable hiking boots.

When shopping for the outdoorsman in your life, consider which outdoor activity is his favorite (i.e., boating, fishing, kayaking, etc.) and try to find the latest useful gadget or newest product made for such enthusiasts. If you don’t share the same passion for the great outdoors and are hesitant to buy something you’re unsure about, a gift certificate to an outdoorsman or sporting goods store will suffice.

hristmas is right around the corner, and the time has come once again to begin searching for a gift for dear old dad. Christmas gift shoppers have long since abandoned the notion that a new necktie is what dad really wants, but finding a gift that expresses your love and appreciation for the old man can still prove somewhat challenging.

Oftentimes, the best gifts are the ones that fulfill a need or want, and Christmas gifts are no exception. The following are a handful of Christmas gift ideas for dads whose hobbies run the gamut.

The Sports Nut

The Doting Grandfather

The Movie Mogul

Dads who can’t get enough of their favorite teams would no doubt appreciate some new gear or even tickets to see their favorite teams play.

If you opt to buy tickets to a ballgame, make it a family affair, as dad would no doubt appreciate an afternoon at the ballpark with his kids and/or grandkids. For a father who no longer lives in the market where his teams play, consider purchasing a streaming service or television package that allows the old man to see his favorite team no matter where he’s living.

Some dads simply can’t get enough of the silver screen, and a streaming service that allows dad to watch many of his favorite movies on demand from the comforts of home might make the perfect gifts for film-loving fathers. Services like Netflix and Amazon Prime offer hundreds of titles, and monthly or yearly subscriptions cost relatively little money.

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Some men simply want to spend more time with family, especially grandfathers who never tire of afternoons with their grandchildren. If dad has retired and moved away, a trip to see his grandkids might make the ideal gift this Christmas. Arrange the dates with mom so you are not surprising dad with a trip at a time when he already has plans, and make sure to schedule some fun activities for those days when dad is in town.

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HILL Helen 1926 - 2015 Mrs. Helen Ivy Hill of Red Deer, passed away peacefully at Sunset Manor at Innisfail, Alberta on Thursday, November 26, 2015 at the age 89 years.

Helen will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Lynn (Dave) Hollman; two grandsons; Jason (Iska) and Murray (Rachel), six great grandchildren; as well as nieces and nephews. Helen was predeceased by her last husband, Clifford Hill, a son, Mac, and a grandson, Mark.

The family would like to thank the staff at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre, Dr. and Mrs. Rattan, Dr. Chauhan of Innisfail, Alberta, and the staff at Sunset Manor of Innisfail for all their compassion, caring and support for Helen and her family.

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WOIT Patricia Anne Marie (nee Thielen) It is with great sadness and heavy hearts the loving family of Patricia Anne Marie Woit announces her passing after a brief struggle with cancer on Friday, November 27th, 2015.

Patricia leaves to mourn her husband of 48 years, Ivan, son, Jeffrey (Charlene), daughter, Lisa (Dion) Zukiwsky, grand-children; Boston and Chloe Woit, and stepgrandchildren; Dyson and Spencer Zukiwsky. She also leaves to mourn brothers; Garry (Kathy) Thielen of Reno, Nev., and Roger Thielen of Milk River, her aunt, Ada Emard of Lethbridge, sisters-in-law; Cheryl Beitel of Regina and Bernadette Woit of North Vancouver, along with numerous cousins, aunts and uncles. Patricia was born in Lethbridge, AB, on June 13, 1944 and was raised on the family farm at Masinisin where she took her early schooling and then completed her high school in Milk River. Patricia began a career in hair dressing in Regina, SK, and later joined P. Lawson Travel and subsequently began working for Air Canada which is where she met her loving husband, Ivan.

They married in 1967 and one year later they moved to Red Deer with Burritt Travel and later she became a partner with her husband in Vista Travel. On first arrival in Red Deer, she became the second employee of Parkland Credit Union, she was extremely proud watching this organization grow knowing she played a part in its beginning. After raising her children, Patricia worked alongside her husband in the travel business and for many years they escorted many groups to destinations all over the world. Cruising was Pat’s passion and enjoyed more than 30 in her lifetime. Fulfilling her passion for travel, Patricia, along with her daughter Lisa, visited Kenya and Tanzania, Vietnam and Cambodia along with the last few winters spent in Cabo San Lucas and Palm Springs. Her biggest passion however was her grandchildren who she loved to take to Sunnybrook Farm, nature hikes in Kin Canyon and the various playgrounds throughout the city. Her leisure time was spent reading, doing crosswords, playing canasta on the computer with opponents from all over the world and golf with her two golf buddies; Val and Nassim, providing there wasn’t a cloud anywhere in the sky. A Memorial Service will be held at Eventide Funeral Chapel, 4820-45 Street, Red Deer, on Thursday, December 3rd, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a contribution be made in Patricia’s honor to Sunnybrook Farms, 4701 30th Street, Red Deer, AB T4N 5H7 or the Canadian Cancer Society, 101 6751 52 Avenue, Red Deer, AB T4N 4K8. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.eventidefuneralchapels.com.

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PETERSON Doreen Joyce 1926 - 2015 Doreen Joyce Peterson passed away peacefully at the Red Deer Regional Hospital on Thursday, In Memoriam November 26, 2015 at the age of 89 years. Doreen was born in Edmonton on August 26, 1926 and grew up in the Mellowdale and Barrhead areas. Doreen, lovingly known as Oma, was an adventurous cook who delighted her family with her detailed meals and desserts. Her warm bread fresh from the oven, cookies and cabbage rolls were anticipated favorites.

Always ready for adventure, STEWART Doreen and Vern loved Christina Jean travelling the world, her 1974 - 2014 favorite destination being Christina Jean Stewart passed away on November 30, 2014 Hawaii. Doreen was a talented after a battle with diabetes for years. Christina touched many seamstress and crafter, always people with her thoughtfulness and her kindness, but most of creating special gifts for her all she loved her three children more than life itself. Christina family. Doreen will be lovingly is predeceased by her mother Judy Stewart, and she is remembered by her husband survived by her three beautiful children, Casha, Steven and of 58 years, Vernon; her four Raymond; her father Raymond; and her brother Jason. children: Brian (Sharon), Christina will be missed greatly by her family and friends.

Brenda, Carole (Ron) Villeneuve, and Gordon (Shannon); six grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; as well as her sister, Shirley (Tom) Roddick; and her brother, Howard (Carmen) Bender. She was predeceased by her first husband, Thomas Richmond (1955); brother George; grandson Ben; and parents: Matthew and Grace Bender. The family would like to thank the staff of the Red Deer Regional Hospital for the care and comfort they provided Doreen in her last days. A Memorial Service will be held at Eventide Funeral Chapel, 4820 - 45 Street, Red Deer, on Wednesday, BETSY McLUHAN December 2, 2015 at 1:00 June 19, 1930 p.m. Memorial donations in November 30, 2012 Doreen’s honour may be We love you and miss you. made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 202, Bruce, Jean, Jo-Anne, Sandy and families 5913 - 50 Avenue, Red Deer, AB, T4N 4C4. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.eventidefuneralchapels.com.

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SERVICE Personals PH. Lyle 403-783-2275 COORDINATOR-F/T FIREWOOD. Pine, Spruce, ALCOHOLICS Duties: Can deliver ANONYMOUS 403-347-8650 CENTRAL AB based • Schedule customer 1-4 cords. 403-844-0227 trucking company requires service calls COCAINE ANONYMOUS FIREWOOD: Spruce & CONTRACT • Schedule service techs 403-396-8298 • Order/receive/return Pine - Split 403-346-7178 DRIVERS parts in AB.Super B exp. req’d.

LOGS Home the odd night. WeekSemi loads of pine, spruce, CHEF-P/T ends off. 403-586-4558 tamarack, poplar, birch.

The schedule for this Price depends on location CLASS 1 & 3 Drivers in position includes of delivery. Lil Mule Central AB. Min 3 yrs off Thurs., Fri. and Sat. Logging 403-318-4346 road BJ/Pup experience.

Oilfield tickets required.

SEASONED Firewood.

Duties: Email: • Prepare food live in a Poplar, Pine/Spruce mix, CLASSIFICATIONS haulingcrude@live.ca Birch.

Delivery avail. and display kitchen avail 700-920 • Provide cooking classes mobile processing Classifieds • Provide product knowl- Brian (403)845-8989 or Your place to SELL Lawrence 403-844-1078 edge to customers Your place to BUY

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FULL TIME Nanny req’d for employer Christina, Red Deer County, AB for 6 children: 6m.-15 yrs. old.

Duties: bath, dress, feed, meal prep, light housekeeping. $12-$16.00/hr. 44 hrs. per wk. Completion of high school, 1-2 yrs. exp.

Call 403-754-3369 or email anderson-christine@ hotmail.com Optional accommodation avail. at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is not a condition of employment.

LIVE IN caregiver req’d. $11.50/hr. 44 hrs./wk, free accommodation with light housekeeping duties.

Contact Joel or Maria at 587-877-3452 or email resume to: parialmarie38 @gmail.com

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1699960 Alberta Ltd is looking for 2 F/T permanent shift supervisors, varied schedule. At 120 47 Clearview Market Red Deer, AB. Must have exc. customer service, cash handling, and more supervisory related. Starting wage $13.75. College education, 1 + years experience req’d. email: restuarantbusiness@hotmail.ca

ACADEMIC Express ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING

JANUARY START

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NANNY needed for elderly Would you like to take the with disability. Must assist GED in your community? personal care, accompany to doctors appointments. • Red Deer Red Deer $15.56/hr. Email • Rocky Mtn. House amal.hamdan0@yahoo. com • Rimbey • Caroline • Sylvan Lake • Innisfail Medical • Stettler • Ponoka • Lacombe

790

Executive Director, Central Zone.

The Executive Director is responsible for the start-up and overall management, operation, and community engagement for our Central Zone. This position is based out of Red Deer. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership skills to direct and support the team.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Degree in nursing, or related field additional education in leadership, business an asset.

• A minimum of five (5) years experience in Healthcare and hospitality services.

• Experience in a progressively responsible role with demonstrated ability in leadership, sales and marketing, and financial manager.

• Experience working with seniors, family, and the community.

• Vulnerable sector criminal record check required.

Email resume to: staceys@cdlhomes.com

Restaurant/ Hotel

820

Trail is always looking for people who want opportunities to grow, take initiative and work well within a team environment.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with Trail Appliances, please submit your resume and cover letter stating the position you are applying for to: reddeerjobs@ trail-appliances.com or by fax: (403)342-7168.

We thank all interest applicants; only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Security checks will be conducted on successful candidates.

Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available.

403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca F/T DISPATCHER REQ’D. Knowledge of Red Deer and area is essential.

Verbal and written communication skills are req’d. Send resume by fax to 403-346-0295

CLASSIFICATIONS 1500-1990

Antiques & Art

1520

H. duty single burner Coleman stove from 1950’s, stainless steel, $150 firm 403-896-9246

Clothing

1590

LADIES long leather coat, brown with fur collar, quilted lining, size 10.

Selling because too small. $100. 403-347-3741

WANTED

Antiques, furniture and estates. 342-2514

Misc. for Sale

1760

100 VHS movies, $75.

For All 403-885-5020 Looking for a place to live?

Take a tour through the CLASSIFIEDS 20” ELECTRIC snow blower $200 403-302-1300 4 METAL and glass bookcase, 5 shelves, will deliver $35; hinged room divider, triple wood, white, exc. cond., $25; Panasonic microwave oven, like new 1000W, $20; Danby microwave like new 700W, compact size $15; sewing machine exc. working order $40 403-755-2760 8 X 10 AREA RUG, green, beige and burgundy tones, clean, $55 obo.

403-755-2760 BOX of Christmas decorations $15 403-348-0201 LARGE button telephone (RDRH) allows; can be used in hospital. $40 obo.

403-347-3741 PROPANE heater for inside travel home, works good $150 obo 403-314-0804 WATER cooler $50.

403-885-5020

services CLASSIFICATIONS 1000-1430 To Advertise Your Business or Service Here

Call Classifieds 403-309-3300 classifieds@reddeeradvocate.com

1010

Accounting

Handyman Services

1100

Apply in person with resume 3811 40th Ave.

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BOOK NOW! INDIVIDUAL & BUSINESS CALKINS CONSULTING For help on your home Accounting, 30 yrs. of exp. o/a Tim Hortons req’s. projects such as bathroom, with oilfield service FOOD SERVICE main floor, and bsmt. renocompanies, other small SUPERVISORS businesses and individuals vations. Also painting and 1-2 yrs. exp. an asset. flooring.

RW Smith, 346-9351 $13.75/hr., 40 hrs./week, Call James 403-341-0617 4 positions, F/T and P/T. Permanent shift, weekend, Massage Contractors day, night, and evening.

Therapy Education not req’d. Start ASAP. Benefits. Apply at BRIDGER CONST. LTD. 6620 Orr Drive. Red Deer We do it all! 403-302-8550 or call Kerry at 403-848-2356 for complete DALE’S Home Reno’s job description Free estimates for all your reno needs. 403-506-4301

EAST 40TH PUB REQ’S F/T or P/T GRILL COOK

Household Furnishings

1280

FANTASY SPA

1160

Entertainment

DANCE DJ SERVICES LITTLE Caesars Pizza is 587-679-8606 now hiring a F/T Food Service Supervisor. $13.75/hr.

40 hrs/wk. Flexible time including weekends. Must Flooring have at least 1 - 2 yrs. food service exp. Email resume allan_barker25@yahoo.ca NEED FLOORING DONE? or apply in person @ 9, Don’t pay the shops more.

6791 50 Ave. Red Deer.

Over 20 yrs. exp.

Call 403-346-1600 for info.

Call Jon 403-848-0393

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Services

SANTA’S LITTLE HELPERS Christmas light installation.

Call for free quote.

403-596-3341

Seniors’ Services

403-341-4445

Misc.

Services

1290

5* JUNK REMOVAL

Property clean up 505-4777 GARAGE Doors Serviced 50% off. 403-358-1614 Snow shoveling/dump runs/odd jobs 403-885-5333

1372

HELPING HANDS Home Supports for Seniors.

Cooking, cleaning, companionship. At home or facility. 403-346-7777

Snow

Elite Retreat, Finest Removal in VIP Treatment.

10 - 2am Private back entry

1290

1380

SNOW SHOVELLED 587-377-5034

Yard Care

1430

TREE / JUNK / SNOW removal. Contracts welcome. 403-358-1614 Looking for a new pet?

Check out Classifieds to find the purrfect pet.

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Cats

1830

TO GIVE AWAY Mature, well-trained, affectionate, Male Cat. Grandchildren have allergies. To Good Home!

403-598-5576

Sporting Goods

1860

MEN’S Ski-Doo brand boots, size 12, like new, $150. 403-347-3741

AGRICULTURAL

CLASSIFICATIONS 2000-2290

Farm Equipment

2010

24” HEAVY DUTY Panels and Windbreaks.

Call 403-704-3828

1900

Wanted To Buy

NOW RENTING 1 & 2 BDRM. APT’S. 2936 50th AVE. Red Deer Newer bldg. secure entry w/onsite manager, 3 appls., incl. heat & hot water, washer/dryer hookup, inÁoor heating, a/c., car plug ins & balconies.

Call 403-343-7955

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2 bdrm. apt. w/balcony, adults only, no pets heat/water incld. $875.

403-346-5885 Classifieds...costs so little Saves you so much!

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1930

WANTED TO BUY: old lead batteries for recycling 403-396-8629

Houses/ Duplexes

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1 & 2 bdrm. adult building, N/S. No pets.

403-596-2444

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GRANDVIEW 5 bdrm. 2 Rooms bath $1800 + utils. + same SD, small pets ok, n/s, For Rent 403-741-7442 FULLY furn. bdrm. for rent, SYLVAN Lake, 3 fully $500/mth - $250 DD. furn. rentals, 1 w/garage, Call 403-396-2468 inclds. all utils, $1100 Looking for a place $1500. Details 403-880-0210 to live?

Take a tour through the Condos/ CLASSIFIEDS

TO ORDER HOME DELIVERY OF Townhouses THE BDRM., 2 bath condo, in ADVOCATE 2Anders $1300 rent & d.d. + utils. Avail. Dec. 1 no pets.

CALL OUR Ref’s. req’d. 403-728-8240 CIRCULATION SEIBEL PROPERTY locations in Red Deer, DEPARTMENT 6well-maintained townhouses, lrg, 3 bdrm, 403-314-4300 1 bath, 4 + 5 appls.

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Westpark, Kentwood, Highland Green, Riverside Meadows. Rent starting at $1100. For more info, phone 403-304-7576 or 403-347-7545 SOUTHWOOD PARK 3110-47TH Avenue, 2 & 3 bdrm. townhouses, generously sized, 1 1/2 baths, fenced yards, full bsmts. 403-347-7473, Sorry no pets. www.greatapartments.ca

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Warehouse Space

3140

BAY for lease. Burnt Lake Industrial Park. Shop area, 4,381 sq. ft.; ofÀce area, 2,372 sq. ft. Call 403-588-7120.

HERE TO HELP & HERE TO SERVE Call GORD ING at RE/MAX real estate central alberta 403-341-9995 gord.ing@remax.net

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4020

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Lots For Sale

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Lots Available in Lacombe, Blackfalds, Springbrook Custom build your dream home on your lot or ours.

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Cars ONLY 2 DAYS A WEEK COLD storage garage, CLEARVIEW RIDGE 2006 TOYOTA Camry 14’ x 24’, $200/mo.; heated XLE, fully loaded, leather, big truck space, $775/mo.

CLEARVIEW 4 Plexes/ 103,000 km, $5,500.

VARIETY SHOP SPACES TIMBERSTONE 403-346-5969 6 Plexes ~ ofÀces ~ fenced yards ~ Big or small, different LANCASTER locations. 403-343-6615 3 BDRM., no pets, VANIER $1000 mo. 403-343-6609 Something for Everyone Everyday in Classifieds WOODLEA/ ACROSS from park, 2 bdrm. 4-plex, 1 1/2 bath, WASKASOO 4 appls. Rent $925/mo.

Mobile d.d. $650. Dec. 1.

DEER PARK 403-304-5337 Lot GRANDVIEW 2003 OLDS Alero, good ACROSS from park, cond., 240,000 kms.

EASTVIEW PADS $450/mo.

Oriole Park, 3 bdrm. $1500. 403-309-0614 4-plex, 1 1/2 bath, 4 appls. Brand new park in Lacombe.

MICHENER Spec Mobiles. 3 Bdrm., Rent $1025/mo. d.d. $650.

MOUNTVIEW Avail. Dec. 1 403-304-5337 2 bath. As Low as $75,000. Tires, Parts Down payment $4000. Call ROSEDALE NORMANDEAU at anytime. 403-588-8820 Acces.

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MORRISROE Your place to SELL Quiet adults. 403-350-1717 205-70R15 with Alessio

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Suites

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2 BDRM. N/S, no pets. $875 rent/d.d.

403-346-1458 ADULT 2 BDRM. spacious suites 3 appls., heat/water incld., ADULT ONLY BLDG, no pets, Oriole Park. 403-986-6889

ADULT or YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED For delivery of Flyers, Wednesday and Friday ONLY 2 DAYS A WEEK ANDERS BOWER HIGHLAND GREEN INGLEWOOD JOHNSTONE KENTWOOD RIVERSIDE MEADOWS PINES SUNNYBROOK SOUTHBROOKE WEST LAKE WEST PARK Call Sandra at 403-314-4306

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CITY VIEW APTS.

Clean, quiet, newly reno’d adult building. Rent $925 S.D. $800. Avail. immed.

Near hospital. No pets.

403-318-3679 GLENDALE reno’d 2 bdrm. apartments, avail. immed, rent $875 403-596-6000 LARGE, 1 & 2 BDRM. SUITES. 25+, adults only n/s, no pets 403-346-7111 LIMITED TIME OFFER: First month’s rent FREE! 1 & 2 Bedroom suites available. Renovated suites in central location.

Cat friendly. leasing@ rentmidwest.com 1(888)679-8031

MORRISROE MANOR 1 & 2 bdrm., Adult bldg. only, N/S, No pets. 403-596-2444

sports rims , plus 1 brand new spare tire w/rim.

Rims could also be put on winter tires. $200 for all 403-346-4263

6010 SENTINEL SELF-STORAGE NOTICE of SALE

Goods will be sold by online Auction at ibid4storage.com on Monday December 7, 2015 for Sentinel Self-Storage, 5433-47 Street, Red Deer, Alberta to satisfy outstanding charges for storage rental incurred by the following: Julien Scott Robyn Kuzio Michelle Comerford Ashley Ross Cecilia Thunderchild Chadwick A. Mathurin Jerrod Wolkowski Christina Jans Christopher Jenson-Jenner Bids will be accepted from Monday December 7, 2015 to Wednesday December 9, 2015.

If interested in bidding, for more info and to view units, register at www.ibid4storage.com.

Dated in the City of Edmonton, in the Province of Alberta this 16 day of November, 2015, Sentinel Self-Storage Corp., #1970, 10123 – 99 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 3H1 7304583K23,30

Russian strikes kill 18, wound dozens

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS BEIRUT — Airstrikes believed to have been carried out by Russian warplanes killed at least 18 civilians and wounded dozens more on Sunday in a northern Syrian town held by insurgents, Syrian opposition media reported.

The Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said the airstrikes struck the town of Ariha, killing at least 18 people, including four children, and wounding dozens more. The Local Coordination Committees, an activist collective, said the airstrikes struck a busy market, inflicting heavy casualties.

The Observatory, which relies on a network of activists inside Syria, said the airstrike destroyed three buildings in the centre of Ariha.

Ariha Today, a Facebook page that covers events in the town, said the airstrikes were carried out by Russian warplanes, killing 40 people and wounding more than 70. Conflicting tolls are common in the chaotic aftermath of violent incidents in Syria.

If Russian warplanes carried out Sunday’s strikes it would be one of the deadliest incidents since Moscow began launching airstrikes in Syria two months ago. Opposition activists say more than 400 civilians have been killed by Russian strikes since the air campaign began on Sept. 30.

An amateur video posted online showed several men being treated on the floor of what appeared to be a clinic. Blood stains could be seen on

BRUSSELS — European Union leaders and the Turkish prime minister sealed a joint summit with a commitment to re-energize Turkey’s long-stalled membership talks and bolster their common resolve to deal with the Syrian refugee crisis.

The 28 EU leaders were leaning hard on Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu to stem the flow of migrants seeking a better future in Europe’s heartland and European Council President Donald Tusk said the latest estimate showed that “approximately 1.5 million people” had illegally entered the bloc this year, a lot coming through Turkey.

It left the EU in need of help from Ankara, even if their recent relations have been sown with discord.

On Sunday, it was hugs all around as Tusk and Davutoglu completed what they called a breakthrough summit to put relations on an even keel again.

“Turkish membership will be an asset,” said Davutoglu after “no disagreements emerged” during the hastily-called emergency meeting.

Both sides got concessions: The EU desperately needs Turkish help to contain the flow of migrants into the bloc, and Turkey resuscitated

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the floor’s white tiles. On the street outside, four men could be seen lying near the building, with several young men weeping over them.

Shortly afterward, an ambulance arrived and a wounded man in a wheelchair was carried into the clinic.

The video appeared genuine and corresponded to other AP reporting of the event.

The Observatory reported several other strikes in the northwestern province of Idlib believed to have been carried out by Russian warplanes on Sunday. It said that an office of the Turkistan Islamic Party, a group that consists mainly of fighters from Asian states, was hit in the town of Jisr al-Shughour and that planes struck a relief office for the ultraconservative Ahrar al-Sham group in the town of Saraqib.

The LCC reported airstrikes on a hospital in Idlib, the provincial capital, and other targets in Saraqib.

Russia says its airstrikes are aimed at the Islamic State group and other “terrorists,” but Western officials and Syrian rebels say most of the strikes have focused on central and northern Syria, where IS does not have a strong presence.

In the capital Damascus, state media quoted President Bashar Assad as saying that he is determined to continue fighting “terrorism in all its forms” because Syria and its allies are “confident that eliminating terrorists is the main step in bringing about stability to the region and the entire world.”

EU, Turkey seek better relations at summit

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Masked Kashmiri protesters hold stones and rest during a protest in Srinagar, Indian controlled Kashmir, Friday. Police fired teargas and rubber bullets to disperse Kashmiris who gathered after Friday afternoon prayers to protest against the continuous arrests of youth and separatist activists in the Kashmir valley.

long-mothballed hopes to join a bloc in which it would become one of the biggest member states.

The refugee crisis has reminded European leaders just how much Turkey is a pivotal partner for the EU and a buffer state from the bedlam rocking much of the Middle East in recent years.

French President Francois Hollande said Sunday that the EU will need to monitor Turkey’s commitments “step-by-step,” deal with the migrant crisis, fight extremism and help end Syria’s political crisis. He said any funds for a 3 billion-euro ($3.2 billion) package to help Turkey deal with the migrants on its territory will be released progressively as the commitments are checked.

Davutoglu said that money wasn’t earmarked for Turkey per se but for the refugees on Turkish soil. Yet the hundreds of thousands of migrants coming into the EU this year have caused the worst refugee crisis in Europe since the Second World War, and EU nations have been at pains to draw Turkey in as part of the solution.

“Turkey must do its utmost to contain the illegal immigration into Europe and the number of refugees has to decline substantially,” Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte said.

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HIV remains focus of many criminal laws ADVANCES IN TREATMENT HAVENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T QUELLED MANY FEARS

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Charlie Sheenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recent revelation that heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s HIV-positive served as a reminder that his home state of California remains among a large group of states with HIV-specific criminal laws that activists consider outdated and that the U.S. Justice Department says should be revised.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, 33 states have HIV criminal laws, generally making it a crime to expose others to HIV or fail to disclose HIV-positive status. Sheen, who says his sexual partners knew of his diagnosis, has not been charged, and thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no indication he would face prosecution under Californiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s laws.

The earliest of the laws â&#x20AC;&#x201D; in Florida, Tennessee and Washington state â&#x20AC;&#x201D; date back to 1986 when fears about AIDS were intense. Most of the measures were enacted over the next several years, before antiretroviral therapies sharply reduced the risk of transmission and transformed HIV â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the virus that causes AIDS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; into what is now considered a manageable chronic medical condition.

The laws vary from state to state.

According to the CDC, 24 states require people who know they have HIV to disclose their status to sexual partners and 25 states criminalize one or more behaviours now known to pose a low or negligible risk for HIV transmission â&#x20AC;&#x201D; such as oral sex, spitting and biting.

In recent years, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a growing push by advocacy groups, health experts and others for states to modify or eliminate those laws. Critics have formed task forces in several states â&#x20AC;&#x201D; including Colorado, Ohio, Georgia and Tennessee â&#x20AC;&#x201D; to lobby for changes and draft new legislation.

In California, a coalition of 14 groups has drafted a bill that would reform several criminal laws, though they are still seeking a lawmaker to lead the effort to enact it.

The overarching theme would be to remove HIV-specific language in several laws to bring them in line with the current understanding of the virus, said Craig Pulsipher of AIDS Project Los Angeles.

The proposed changes would address five laws on the books in California.

One, in place since 1939, makes it a misdemeanour

NEW YORK â&#x20AC;&#x201D; U.S. abortions continue to fall, according to a new federal report released Wednesday.

Federal statistics show abortions have been in a general decline for about 25 years.

The number of reported abortions dropped 4 per cent in 2012, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported.

About 699,000 abortions were reported to the federal government that year. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about 31,000 fewer than the year before.

Experts offer various reasons for the recent drop: Better use of birth control and the lingering effects of the economic recession. Others argue thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a cultural shift and more women opt to continue their pregnancy.

In 2012, the abortion rate fell 5 per cent to 13 abortions per 1,000 women of child-bearing age.

That is about half what it was in 1974, the year after the landmark Supreme Court decision that established a nationwide right to abortion.

The CDC data is not a complete national picture. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s based on reports from health departments in 47 states, Washington and New York City.

California, Maryland and New Hampshire donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t report abortion numbers.

Earlier this year, The Associated Press surveyed health departments in 45 states, gathering more recent data, mostly from 2013 and 2014.

The AP found that abortions continued to fall in those years.

Declines were seen in states that have passed anti-abortion laws as well as in more liberal states.

Photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Charlie Sheen, 50, said he tested positive four years ago for the virus that causes AIDS. Sheenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recent revelation that heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s HIV-positive served as a reminder that his home state of California â&#x20AC;&#x201D; despite its many liberal policies - remains among a large group of states with HIV-specific criminal laws that activists consider outdated and long overdue for revision.

HIV. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These laws serve only to breed fear, distrust and misunderstanding,â&#x20AC;?

Lee said.

With similar goals in mind, the U.S. Justice Departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Civil Rights Division issued a â&#x20AC;&#x153;best practices guideâ&#x20AC;? in July 2014 encouraging states to reconsider laws that no longer reflect contemporary medical understanding of HIV transmission and thus perpetuate unwarranted stigma affecting HIV-positive people.

Both the Justice Department and the CDC say such stigma can dissuade some people from learning their HIV status, disclosing their status to others, and accessing medical care.

The Justice Department recommended that states eliminate HIV-specific criminal penalties except in two distinct circumstances applying only to people who know they are HIV positive. These instances would be sexual assault where there is risk of transmission, or when an HIV-positive individ-

ual clearly intended to transmit the virus. â&#x20AC;&#x153;While HIV-specific state criminal laws may be viewed as initially well-intentioned and necessary law enforcement tools, the vast majority do not reflect the current state of the science of HIV,â&#x20AC;? said the Justice Department.

Thus far, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been little legislative response to the Justice Department initiative, though two states took action earlier.

Illinois revised its HIV law in 2012, stipulating that prosecutors would have to prove that an individual specifically intended to transmit HIV to another person.

The revised law also says there can be no criminal charges if the HIV-positive person wore a condom during sexual activity.

Iowa modified its law in May 2014, lessening the penalties for people who unknowingly expose someone to HIV with no intention of infecting them.

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to wilfully expose someone to a contagious, infectious or communicable disease. Another, enacted in 1998, makes it a felony punishable by up to eight years in prison to intentionally try to transmit HIV through consensual unprotected sex.

California also has laws that target HIV-positive prostitutes and people with HIV who donate blood, organs, tissue, semen or breast milk. Another law adds three years to a prison sentence for exposing a victim to HIV through a sex crime. None of the laws currently requires HIV transmission for a conviction.

In general, the proposed reforms would remove HIV from the language so the laws could apply to all serious communicable diseases. The changes would also require transmission of a disease. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What this does is eliminate these laws that single out HIV from other diseases,â&#x20AC;? Pulsipher said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to make sure we have statutes that take into account things that may come down the line later that arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t on our radar currently.â&#x20AC;?

The misdemeanour law would be revamped to require that someone intentionally transmit a disease, Pulsipher said.

Requiring proof of intent has made prosecution under the felony law a rarity in California, said Ayako Miyashita, a UCLA law professor. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Intent makes it harder to bring a case,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a step above negligence.â&#x20AC;?

The most recent prosecution in California was in a case in which a man falsely claimed to be HIV-negative and urged his boyfriend at the time to have unprotected sex, according to San Diego city prosecutors. The other man later was diagnosed HIV-positive.

Thomas Guerra pleaded no-contest to a misdemeanour health code violation and was sentenced to six months in jail, the maximum.

The judge called the term a â&#x20AC;&#x153;travestyâ&#x20AC;? and said she wished she could give him more prison time.

On the national level, Rep. Barbara Lee, a California Democrat, has been trying for several years to build support for a bill in Congress that seeks to modernize federal and state laws that can discriminate against people with

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D8 Egotistical co-worker aggravating

Dear Annie: My co-worker, “Carl,” has been at his job for 8 years. I’ve been here for 10. We’ve never been friends, but that hasn’t really mattered until now.

Recently, Carl and I were put together on a team. It turns out, he is one of the most uncaring, egotistical, self-centered, small-minded individuals with whom I have ever dealt. He makes my job more difficult, and I can see that he does the same for others.

Everything Carl does aggravates me to no end. The boss knows he is a troublemaker, but refuses to deal with the situation. Please don’t suggest I look for another job. For financial reasons, I cannot do that at this point in time.

Any advice? — Incredibly Frustrated Dear Frustrated: Since you cannot leave and your boss will do nothing to alleviate the situation, you have to find a way to deal with Carl. First find out if it’s possible to be put on another team or ask to have your assignment changed. That would be the easiest

way to avoid Carl. If that isn’t an option, try to ignore the things that most irritate you.

His egotistical, small-minded personality is not necessarily relevant to getting the job done. Focus on the work and imagKATHY MITCHELL ine him as a AND MARCY SUGAR small annoying ANNIE’S MAILBOX fly that keeps buzzing around your head. But please don’t swat him.

Dear Annie: I know you’ve covered this topic before, but I think my situation is a little different.

I was invited to a family wedding by cousins in another state with whom I am not in close contact. My boyfriend

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and I have been together for many years, but this segment of the family was unaware of him and so he wasn’t included in the invitation. We are as “together” as any husband and wife, but when I RSVP’d and said that we would be coming together, I was told that I couldn’t bring him because of limits on the guest list. I would have liked to go to renew family connections, but this meant I could not attend either.

Would it have been better to refer to him as my fiance? Would he then have been automatically included? A fiance implies that you plan to marry and we don’t. We need a new vocabulary to cover the many variations people have for coupledom. — Confused in the South Dear Confused: It’s no one’s business whether you intend to marry or not. Established couples that are not engaged — those who are living together or who have been seeing one another exclusively for several months

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or longer — should be included together in invitations. However, since your cousins didn’t know you had a serious boyfriend, it is only natural that they would not have invited him. Instead of informing them that you planned to bring another person, it would have been more appropriate to explain the situation and ask whether it would be OK to bring him. Then the bridal couple has the choice of including him or not, followed by your choice to attend without him or not.

Nonetheless, it would be nice for you to reacquaint yourself with your cousins and allow them to get to know your boyfriend. We suggest you plan a visit together at another time.

Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@ creators.com, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.

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Philly Zoo Baby red pandas get names PHILADELPHIA — Two baby red pandas at the Philadelphia Zoo have been named after two of the city’s most famous residents: Betsy and Benjamin.

Zoo officials said Friday that the monikers received overwhelming support in a public naming contest. The names pay homage to American revolutionary figures Betsy Ross and Benjamin Franklin.

Officials say the cubs’ birth on June 26 was important for red panda conservation, since the species is considered vulnerable in the wild. The brother and sister made their public debut Nov. 18.

Unlike giant pandas, red pandas are not members of the bear family. They are slightly larger than domestic cats and look similar to raccoons. They are native to Asia.

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Lion cubs Kalu, left, and his sister, Kamara, stand together at the Denver Zoo, the day they made their public debut in Denver. The cubs were born at the zoo on Sept. 10 and have been bonding with their mother and getting accustomed to zoo life. They weigh 20 pounds and are growing by up to four pounds a week.

HOROSCOPES Monday, Nov. 30 CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DATE: Ben Stiller, 49; Elisha Cuthbert, 32; Billy Idol, 59 THOUGHT OF THE DAY: The Sun/ Saturn link up favours working hard and being disciplined.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Funny and dynamic, you continually surprise others with your tempestuous nature. 2016 is the year to calm your over-reactive nervous system with some regular relaxation.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Stern Saturn cramps your style today Rams, as your work is criticized or others fail to appreciate your creative genius.

Just remember you are fabulous — even when people aren’t applauding.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Saturn demands that you get some serious work done today! Projects involving study and research are favoured but — if you donít check all the facts thoroughly — then mistakes are likely.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): There may be some conflict between work and relationships, as professional responsibilities take precedence. You think you know how someone is feel-

ing — but are you way off the mark?

C A N C E R (June 21-July 22): Work or home life will be challenging today Crabs, as someone expects you to complete a task on a very tight timeline. Don’t JOANNE MADELINE complain — just MOORE put your head SUN SIGNS down and get on with it.

LEO (July 23Aug. 22): Communicating with a child or friend will be difficult, and misunderstandings are likely. It’s also not a good time to make an expensive purchase for your home, as you may regret it later on.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Loved ones may be distant or demanding today Virgo, so don’t try to second-guess what they say or do. Keep yourself occupied with interesting projects and

ATLANTA — Grammy-nominated rapper Jeezy went from handing out meals to performing in front of a sold-out crowd in Atlanta.

Jeezy took the stage at the Tabernacle on Wednesday night hours before he helped handout 200 boxes of food. The meals included turkey or ham, corn green beans, stuffing, rolls and cranberry sauce at Mt. Sanai Baptist Church. He held the event through his Street Dreamz Foundation.

Through Jeezy’s event, many also received a bouquet of flowers and two tickets to an Atlanta Hawks basketball game.

Jeezy performed several hits including “Put On,” “Go Crazy” and every song from his new album “Church in the Streets.” Rapper T.I. made a brief appearance with Jeezy on stage.

T.I. helped Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed hand out 500 turkeys Wednesday at the Adamsville Recreation Center.

plenty of physical activity.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): There’s no substitute for hard work today Libra — and no clever short cuts — so roll up your sleeves and get to it. And is there someone in your local community who needs a helping hand?

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Is money too tight to mention? The stars encourage you to come up with a clever and creative plan to boost cash flow. Financial improvements you make now will serve you well in the future.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): If you slow down and pace yourself Sagittarius, then you’ll uncover information that others miss. The devil is definitely in the detail, as you research a topic that has always fascinated you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You won’t feel like being very sociable to-

day Capricorn. If you are travelling, make sure you double-check all arrangements. The more organized you are, the less stressful the day will be.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Proceed cautiously today Aquarius. Forethought and planning will take you far, as you process information carefully before you take action. Keep working towards a long-term goal.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): There’s a tendency to get carried away with unrealistic schemes today, especially at work. To avoid disappointing yourself — and others — stay on top of facts and leave fantasy for the movies.

Joanne Madeline Moore is an internationally syndicated astrologer and columnist. Her column appears daily in the Advocate.

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