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Polar Bear Dip, sleigh rides, ice marathons and games make Winterfest a delight BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Winterfest took place on the frozen lake this past weekend and proved to be a huge success as always. The warm weather attracted crowds around where people took the plunge during the Polar Bear Dip. Families enjoyed a wide variety of activities as well as watched the Sylvan Lake Ice Marathons where participants strapped on their skates and raced their hearts out. All events were very popular. Spectators were lined around the square that had been cut into the ice where courageous jumpers lept into the water to complete their fundraising challenges. Among the jumpers were Chrystal Belanger and Denae Hussey who raised $2,040 for the Sylvan Lake and Area Serenity Pet Shelter Society and Central Alberta Women’s Emergency Shelter; Ivanka Tucker who raised $1,650 for Chinook’s Edge School Division for the new Beacon Hill School play ground; and Brandon Debler, Nicholas Bateman, Brad Long and Evan Spielman who raised $980 for the Central Alberta Ronald McDonald House. The total raised from the dip was $12,718.86. To ensure the jumpers were safe going in and coming out of the water the Sylvan Lake Fire Department firefighters and ice rescuers were there to help them out of the water. A captain on the fire department and an ice rescuer trainer David Spencer assisted the jumpers and said the fire department has been doing it for around the past 12 years. The ice rescuers in the water are trained, in their appropriate gear and are

properly secured to keep themselves safe. Spencer said it is great being able to help out with the dip every year. “Once you’re in a suit you can flounder around in the water and it’s great,” he said. “That’s not an experience many can have.” The most fun being in the rescuers position is not only hanging out in the water but seeing how the jumpers react to getting in the cold water. “Jumping in the water initially is always a good thing, the guys really enjoy that,” Spencer said. “But being right in there with the jumpers and seeing their expressions and then extreme panic to get out of there, it’s really quite funny to be part of that.” Corrie Brown, programmer for the Sylvan Lake Municipal Library was one of the jumpers and raised $300 for the library. This is her fifth year fundraising and jumping. She said it is worth jumping. “It is fun,” Brown said. “The only downside is getting out of the hole, otherwise it’s great.” When the Polar Bear Dip was finished the crowds ventured off to see what was set up in the area between the Polar Bear Dip and the Ice Marathon.

Trish Donnelly took the plunge in support of the Sylvan Lake and Area Serenity Pet Shelter Society. Jenna Swan/Sylvan Lake News This included a Tim Horton’s station of coffee for adults and several fun game stations such as golf, bowling and other family fun games. Before reaching the marathon, families could hop on for a sleigh ride pulled by horses. The marathon was packed with spectators cheering the

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BY SCOTT MCDERMOTT SYLVAN LAKE NEWS COLUMNIST Well, the short answer is, it doesn’t. There are a lot of reasons for this, but I’m not saying you can’t have any fun. I’m just saying you need to be aware of your choices. Let’s start at the facts. Carbohydrates and proteins both have four calo-

ries per gram. Fat has nine calories per gram. That means every time you eat one gram of fat, you get nine calories of fuel. This is fine if you utilize it but it will make you overweight if you over consume it and that is true of anything - whether it’s carbohydrates, proteins or fats. If you eat too much, you gain. That is a nonnegotiable rule of being a human being. So where does alcohol fit in? It’s just less than fat, coming in at seven calories per gram. Yes, sadly that big glass of beer might as well be 8% butter. There are other challenges with consuming alcohol while you are trying to get fit and lean too. It goes way beyond the 200 calories per wine or beer that will add to your waistline. In fact it goes way beyond

that. Protein such as chicken, fish, beef or tofu will make you feel full. Carbohydrates such as grains, fruits or vegetables will also make you feel full. Fatty foods will make you feel full even faster. This all has to do with caloric density. Alcohol has the opposite effect. Alcohol makes you feel like eating and the more alcohol you consume, the less you give a crap about your diet or the fact that you were trying to be fit in the first place. Add to the fact, that you might likely be in a bar or at a party and the idea of a large plate of nachos with extra cheese will seem like a really good idea. As your judgment becomes more impaired, you lose track of how many desserts you’ve had - five, six or seven will

go by without any memory that you have done so. After enough beverages it’s like somebody else is in control and all of your goals are irrelevant. Sadly from there, it gets worse. Alcohol has been shown to impair protein synthesis meaning all that work you did in the gym today is going to waste. Not only that but it also reduces the body’s ability or preference to burn fat as a fuel source. When you do wake up the next day after having maybe indulged a little or maybe you indulged a lot, you decide to get to the gym. Your muscles are dehydrated and less effective. You will have less strength, recover less quickly, make little or no gains and basically be going through the motions of your workouts for the next three days until your

body recovers. Of course I’m not saying that people should cross alcohol completely off their list, but you need to be aware that if your goal is to be fit and lean, it will probably have the opposite effect. Awareness is key. Plan a day when you are going to indulge, and try to minimize the damage. The day after, you will need to get going immediately on electrolytes and re-hydration to get your body back in shape. Do some extra cardio to help your body sweat out the toxins. Understand that you will be set back a few days and that’s fine - it’s just a choice. I am a big believer in the saying,“Everything in moderation, especially moderation.” Happy training! Scott

enthusiasm and open to new ideas. Did you know that students involved in sustainability projects/clubs are more likely to consider sustainability second nature for the rest of their lives? Have a look at these photos from around our community. I think you would agree there is a need for environmental awareness. Raising environmental

awareness is about creating social change. Are you ready to change the way you think? Help your community to reduce, reuse and recycle. Everyone impacts the environment. By creating a green team in our community we will make a difference. Please call myself if you are interested in finding out more at 403318-4991.

Why I couldn’t just turn a blind eye and walk away BY LEANNE BERTRAM SYLVAN LAKE NEWS COLUMNIST Well I found myself dumpster diving the other day. I was at this point I realized I have a bit of an obsession with recycling. It’s crazy I know. I had been driving around picking up recycling from customers when I noticed a large amount of fluorescent light bulbs sticking out of a dumpster. Why don’t people recycle fluorescent lights I found myself wondering? It really is not that difficult to do. Maybe it’s pure laziness or just not knowing where they can properly dispose of the lights? Why is it important to recycle fluorescent lights? Alberta Environment recognizes that fluorescent bulbs are an environmental and waste management issue and encourages all Albertans to divert fluorescent bulbs from the landfills to other end-of-life management options such as recycling. Most lights contain harmful mercury and no viable replacement has been found for the element,

an essential component, in fluorescent lights. Cardboard boxes sticking out of dumpsters is something I see on a regular basis and the sad thing is most of the time there is a cardboard bin right next to the dumpster. Yes I know - right beside it. Come on people can we please put a little effort into changing our recycling habits. I find myself hauling them out, breaking them down and - you guessed it - recycling them. Yes I’m a little crazy about recycling. I’m curious

to know what exactly is going through their minds when tossing the cardboard into the trash bin when the cardboard bin is only steps away. I am well aware that separating recyclables can be a pain. That’s why I try to make it as pleasant as possible for local business owners who want to recycle. Making a recycling program that is simple as well as convenient is key. If it’s too difficult and takes up too much of your time, it’s not gonna happen. If anyone in our community could use a little help with diverting their waste or just needs information or to ask a simple question, please don’t hesitate to call myself. I feel there is a need to promote environmental awareness and green thinking in our community. I am starting a Green Group in our community, Enviro Force. So my first step is to recruit members, kids, students, adults really anyone who is interested. I’m focusing on gaining students who are interested in making a difference and who are full of energy,

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Comment on Sylvan Lake’s graffiti issue Dear Editor, I’d like to comment on the Town of Sylvan Lake’s graffiti and vandalism topic. I agree vandalizing property with measly tags is disrespectful to the property owner but the artists that create beautiful work on a train car and avoid the tracking numbers and weights or even tunnel overpasses shouldn’t be attacked and called criminals. continued on page 7

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Volunteers needed for victim services unit BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Securing a rewarding volunteer position can be a challenging endeavour. Thankfully the Sylvan Lake and District Victim Services Unit is always recruiting more advocates and board members. Volunteering for this organization is a way to give back and serve your community. It comes with the satisfaction of helping people who are victimized. Anybody can apply to volunteer for the unit. Filling out an application form, passing an RCMP clearance and being interviewed by the RCMP are all required before volunteering. The interview with the RCMP determines whether individuals are capable candidates for the position. This process can surprise some people desiring to vol-

unteer immediately, but they must be able to handle the responsibilities. The unit’s volunteers are on call 365 days a year, with volunteers rotating weeks. “We want somebody to take a week rotation. They don’t have to do during the day because we are here during the day,” said program coordinator for the Sylvan Lake and District Victim Services Unit Jennifer Plotnikoff. “It’s more nights and weekends that we want covered.” Volunteers are responsible for following the unit’s protocols, policies, procedures and being called out by the RCMP and fire department. The volunteers do not need any previous training. They are trained being on the unit. Getting volunteers on board is difficult especially in the current economy when people are looking for paid positions. “Volunteer positions are hard to fill because people have their own work and life,” Plotnikoff said.

It is also hard to find volunteers because people don’t want to see their community in a different light. “It’s a hard job to do. It’s hard to tell someone that their loved one has passed away,” Plotnikoff said. Even though the job is challenging it provides volunteers with good experience. They may experience dealing with sudden death, domestic situations, then dealing with something else in the same week. “It is a hard job for somebody to do, but it’s quite rewarding when you can at least try and help somebody,” Plotnikoff said. The unit is there to offer support, information and referrals to victims. They are not counsellors. Plotnikoff further explained that they are there to help victims know what the next step is and how the court system works. She re-emphasizes how anybody can do it with newer recruits being trained and not working by themselves. New recruits are paired up with a senior advocate to get them get comfortable with the position and responsibilities. “It’s giving back to the community and helping people,” she said. “You treat people the way you would want to be treated and you try and help somebody. Whether it’s sitting there listening to somebody or giving information for domestic violence and stuff like that.” reporter@sylvanlakenews.com

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FCSS Sylvan Lake receives funding increase from province BY JENNA SWAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) of Sylvan Lake was recently given a funding increase from the provincial government of $92,040. FCSS Sylvan Lake program manager, Kelly Smith, gave a special report to Town Council recently detailing what the organization plans to do with the funds. Smith explained that FCSS organizations all across the province were receiving funding increases with the FCSS provincial budget not having seen an increase since 2009. The increase in funding will see the Volunteer Centre receiving an additional $10,360, Youth Services receiving an additional $29,194 and $52,484 going towards increased availability to short term family, marriage and grief counselling. Smith explained the funding for counselling services will have the capacity to help approximately 130 families, individuals or couples. She added the need for additional counselling services was identified within the 2015 Sylvan Lake Social

Needs Assessment. “We are experiences family constructs that are more complex, ” said Smith to Town Council. “With unemployment on the rise and the economic forecast we are facing challenges related to divorce, separation, reduced income for households, single parent families and blended families.” The $10,362 allotted for the Volunteer Centre is set to help fund enhancements to existing programming with the end goal to increase volunteerism in Sylvan Lake. The Youth Services Mentoring Program will be the main benefactor of the allotted $29,140. Smith added she believed this increase will help to kick start a formal mentoring program that would address issues such as family violence, bullying, drug use and mental health. She added a strong mentorship program will help Sylvan Lake’s children and youth to develop strong confidence, self esteem and many other skills they will need to be successful in life. editor@sylvanlakenews.com

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Community Standards Enhancement Program keeping momentum BY JENNA SWAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Sylvan Lake Town Council is furthering their fight against vandalism around the Town. Following the last regular meeting of Council they are one step closer to the formation of a Community Standards Enhancement Program and the creation of a task force. During the last regular

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once up and running could include offering graffiti removal kits and implementing photo wraps around utility boxes so they are less likely to be tagged by graffiti. Some of the funds will also be used to advertise for members of the task force as well to ensure those passionate about the initiative are found. The task force is set to begin work in April 2016.

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Graffiti issue continued from page 4 If our communities would follow suit with other communities and hire these artists to paint murals on buildings that are tasteful or represent the business, show no parking areas or even build a few walls in parks near the skate parks so these artists can practice their art form. Our society needs to learn to work together and accommodate everyone. Provide an outlet for these artists and your so called vandalism will decrease. One idea for an outlet could be a old warehouse with big walls spaced through out where artists can sign up and classify their skills. Section certain areas for novice, intermediate and professional - eventually it will turn into an art gallery. I admire some work as well as frown upon those that wreck opportunities for others. My skills are more mechanical and hands on. I just keep it in my sketch book and practice until a facility or place is available. My friends are artists and I have allowed for my garage walls to be graffitied as a group collaboration. Everyone that sees the artwork admires it and wishes their garage, basement or even their office space was like it. Sean M. Red Deer, Alberta

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403-887-5687 Pastor Barry Sigurdson Ecole Steffie Woima School 4720 45th Ave. Sunday School 9:45am • Service 11:00am

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Grade 2 students present Readers Theatre to their Bethany Care Society friends BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS The Grade 2 class at École Our Lady of the Rosary School presented their Readers Theatre to their friends from the Bethany Care Society. Each student read their characters from a script in front of eight seniors. It was quite obvious that the students had prepared for their presentation as they all read very well. As the students read, the seniors smiled. It is part of Bridging The Gap, a program that aims to bring older and younger generations together. The school’s counsellor Lynda Gamroth said the stu-

dents love connecting with their friends at the Bethany Care Society. “They love it,” she said. “They look forward to it every time we connect.” The children try and do something special with their friends, include reading and colouring. The feedback the teachers have been getting from the society workers have been great. Gamroth said both the children and the seniors really look forward to it. “Today is a big outing,” Gamroth said. “It’s something they look forward to. The energy our kids bring, it’s something they look forward to in their day.”

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Readers Theatre – École Our Lady of the Rosary School Grade 2 students Shay-Lynn Harkins, Jake MacLeod, Avery Musser, Isabella Lush, Jack Orich and John-Paul Robin read to their friends from the Bethany Care Society Tuesday. Jasmine O’Halloran–Han/Sylvan Lake News

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Young reading encouraged through library program BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Ella Banning, a young Sylvan Lake reader has officially completed the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program for the second time. This program is offered at the Sylvan Lake Municipal Library. When a child has read 1,000 books, by themselves or with their parents they get a prize from the library. The program has been in place for around three years. It is meant to encourage children five and younger to read either by themselves or with their parents. To complete the program a sheet is given to parents and their children to keep track of the books the child has read. Each time a book is read, it is marked out. A book can be read multiple times and still count towards the overall amount of reading required. When the sheet is filled out that child can bring it in and pick out a prize. These prizes include little goodies such as books, stickers, bubbles, toys, a new backpack and a free library membership. “It keeps the kids motivated to keep reading and the parents as well,” said the Library’s programmer Corrie Brown. “Especially at a younger age because they are the ones reading with them.” She said they are not too strict when it comes to whether a child has started Kindergarten, they can still participate. The program has just over 50 children signed up. So far there have been two children who have completed the program. It is an easy program for parents and their children to be involved in. Parents can start reading to their children at quite a young age. “You can start reading with your kids pretty well as soon as they are born,” Brown said. The books children tend to read are the books they have at home or the books they sign out from the Library. If the children attend one of the Library’s programs where the children are read to, that book counts towards the program. Brown said children get excited about this program, especially when they get to pick out a prize for all their reading. This program is free and parents are welcome to sign

their children up whenever they can. The sooner the children start reading, the sooner they love to read - one of the many benefits of this program. “It really fosters literacy early on,” Brown said. “It also gives great quality time with mom and dad who are reading with them.”

Furthermore, this program helps children to become independent in their reading as they get older. “The program is very passive and go at your own pace,” Brown said. “We’re not too strict - we just want kids to read.” reporter@sylvanlakenews.com

Pro-Reader – Ella Banning has recently completed the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program offered at the Sylvan Lake Municipal Library twice. Submitted/Sylvan Lake News

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Rodney Arens gets new trial BY ERIN FAWCETT COURTESY OF THE RED DEER EXPRESS The Alberta Court of Appeal has ruled that Rodney Arens will get a new trial. Justice Kirk Sisson sentenced Arens to five years and six months in prison in June 2014. He was given credit for 185 days for time served before and during the trial. His sentence also included a driving prohibition for 10 years. Arens was found guilty of impaired driving causing death, impaired driving causing bodily harm, dangerous driving causing death, dangerous driving causing bodily harm and breach of recognizance. Those convictions was overturned last week in the Alberta Court of Appeal after initially being heard last September. Justice Ronald Berger, Justice Peter Martin and Justice Barbara Lea Veldhuis delivered their decision last Friday. Berger and Veldhuis both ruled Arens’ conviction be overturned and that a new trial be ordered, while Martin ruled the appeal be dismissed. According to court documents reason for grounds of appeal included there was insufficient evidence to support a guilty impairment charge. Other reasons included that Sisson misapprehended and misapplied the law on proof of impairment and that Aren’s Charter rights were violated. A final reason was because of Sisson’s reversal of his voir dire ruling on the basis there was reasonable and probable ground for arrest. Prior to trial, Arens filed a notice that his section eight and nine Charter rights had been violated by the RCMP when he was arrested, asked

to give breath samples, and then taken to the detachment to be held overnight. A voir dire (which is a trial held within a trial to determine if evidence is admissible) was held to determine if Aren’s Charter rights were breached and whether the evidence obtained as a result of the alleged breaches should be admitted. The evidence consisted of the observations by officers made after Arens was arrested and video recordings of him at the station. The crown conceded a section eight Charter violation in a letter dated May 8th, 2014, and conceded a section nine Charter violation during oral argument. These concessions were made on the basis the arresting officer lacked reasonable and probable grounds to arrest the appellant and to make an evidentiary breath demand. There was a great deal of discussion between counsel and the court with respect to whether some evidence of alcohol consumption is required to form reasonable and probable grounds for an arrest for impaired driving. Sisson ruled at trial that there was enough evidence to convict Arens without the Charter rights violation. Ultimately the Alberta Court of Appeal said Sisson used that inadmissible evidence to support his decision. Meanwhile, the crown may appeal the decision to overturn Aren’s conviction and order a new trial to the Supreme Court. If they do decide to move forward with that appeal, they have 30 days to do so. Arens will return to the Court of Queen’s Bench in Red Deer on March 7th. efawcett@reddeerexpress.com

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@Sylvan100 THE SYLVAN LAKE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN WE NEED YOUR FEEDBACK

Upcoming Meetings UPCOMING MEETINGS MPC Meeting March 7, 2016 Municipal Government Building 6:00 pm

Your municipal government is conducting a short public survey to better understand what Sylvan Lakers feel are important environmental assets within the Town boundaries. Your feedback will help identify environmentally significant areas, and develop an inventory of those areas- This will eventually lead to the creation of a Management Plan that will address the environmental concerns of our community. Please visit www.sylvanlake.ca/public-notices and take our two minute survey.

Regular Meeting of Council February 22, 2016 Municipal Government Building 6:00 pm

Committee of the Whole March 2, 2016 Municipal Government Building 6:00 pm

Take Notice DEVELOPMENT OFFICER APPROVALS As of January 1, 2016 the Town of Sylvan Lake will no longer advertise permitted use permit approvals in the Sylvan Lake News. All permitted use decisions will now be advertised on the Town’s website @ www.sylvanlake.ca/government/approvals

Public Notice PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF SYLVAN LAKE WATER ACT NOTICE OF APPLICATION Notice is given that the Town of Sylvan Lake has filed an application under the provision of the Water Act for a licence to divert groundwater up to a maximum of 73594.33 cubic metres annually from a well for the purpose of Municipal (Water Supply for Town) at Plan 8121585, Lot A, SW 28-038-01-W5. The production interval of the water well is from 51.8 metres to 57.9 metres. Any person who is directly affected by the application may submit a statement of concern to Environment and Parks Regulatory Approvals Centre Main Floor 9820 - 106 Street Edmonton AB T5K 2J6 Telephone: 780-427-6311 Fax: 780-422-0154 within 30 days of this notice.

Community Programs COME SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY BY SITTING ON A COMMITTEE OR BOARD We are seeking public members for the following: Community Services Committee (1 Vacancy) Provides recommendations related to community opportunities and challenges. The committee meets the third Wednesday of each month at the Municipal Government Building. (2 year term) Additional information regarding the mandates of the Boards & Committees and application forms can be found on our website at www.sylvanlake.ca or by contacting Mary Rose at the Town Office 403.887.2141.

Please quote file number: 19727. Further information regarding this application may be obtained from: Aziz Shaikh Tetra Tech EBA Inc. 11 200 Rivercrest Drive SE Calgary AB T2C 2X5 Telephone: 403-723-3262 Fax: 403-203-3301 Statements filed regarding this application are public records which are accessible by the public. Statements should explain why the filer is directly affected and provide the full name, postal address and legal land location of the filer. Failure to file statements of concerns may affect the right to file a notice of appeal with the Environmental Appeals Board.

Please forward a letter of interest with relevant information and completed application form by Wednesday, February 29, 2016 to: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 48 Avenue Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 Attention: Mary Rose Or via e-mail to: mrose@sylvanlake.ca

EMERGENCY SIREN TEST: MARCH 2 AT NOON Please be advised that on March 2, for five minutes starting at noon, the Town of Sylvan Lake will test a new Emergency Siren. The siren has the potential to get very loud, and may more directly affect those in the neighbourhoods near or next to the new Fire Hall. For more information, please visit www. Sylvanlake.ca/public-notices Again, on March 2, the Town will TEST an emergency siren at noonthis is just a test. “

BRANDING, DEVELOPMENT, & MARKETING ACTION PLAN SURVEY:

Massage – Massage Therapist Natasha Nielson gives Katherine Kochanski a massage at the Ladies Only XOX Valentine’s Party at the Sylvan Lake Municipal Library last Friday. Jasmine O’Halloran–Han/Sylvan Lake News

Help the Town of Sylvan Lake find its “Place”, and attract new businesses, citizens, and visitors, while developing and maintaining a clear sense of community for current residents and businesses. What do YOU think Sylvan Lake should be known for? Take our two minute survey at www.sylvanlake.ca/public-notices

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Town of Sylvan Lake is seeking proposals for the development of a multi-faceted “Place” Brand. Proposals marked “Sylvan Lake ‘Place’ Branding Project” shall be received at the following address to the attention of: Vicki Kurz Economic Development Officer (EDO) Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 – 48 Avenue Sylvan Lake AB T4S 1G6 Completed proposals must be received no later than Friday, March 11 2016 at 4:00 pm MST. Late proposals will not be accepted. Proposals (3 copies) must be presented in a sealed, clearly marked package. Faxed or other electronically transmitted proposals will not be accepted.

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RCMP News Release: January 30 - February 5

January 30th 1:15 a.m. – RCMP were dispatched to the Eckville Hotel after a complaint of a disturbance. A patron inside the bar was attempting to fight other patrons. When members arrived, several males ran from the building. One male became confrontational with police and was arrested for public intoxication. No further issues were reported. 1:51 p.m. – A 38-yearold Sylvan Lake male is facing an assault charge in relation to an incident at a residence on 43rd Street in Sylvan Lake. A 34-year-old female from Edmonton was in distress

and attempting to hitchhike home from Sylvan Lake when she was assisted by a passerby. The female was transported to the RCMP detachment where she reported being assaulted by a male at his residence. The victim did not sustain life threatening injuries. January 31st 11:34 a.m. – A Ford F350 truck was stolen from an address on Wildrose Drive in Sylvan Lake. The welding truck was locked and the complainant was in possession of the keys at the time of the incident. The vehicle was later recovered in Red Deer with the door lock punched out and the ignition damaged. 11:42 p.m. – RCMP attended the Macs store on Sylvan Drive in Sylvan Lake after reports of an intoxicated male bleeding from the head inside the location. A 42-year-old male from the Red Deer County area was assessed by police and EMS for superficial injuries. He was then transported to his residence as a safety precaution.

February 1st 4:21 p.m. – A break and enter at the Sunny Siesta Campground is being investigated by RCMP. A trailer was pried open with a crowbar but it was unknown if anything was stolen. The campground is closed for the winter season. 6:01 p.m. – A trailer and an ATV were stolen from an address in Red Deer County. A Polaris Razor and a utility trailer were taken from a residential driveway on Township Road 384. An investigation continues. 8:00 p.m. – RCMP attended an address in Red Deer County to assist fire crews at the scene of a vehicle fully engulfed in flames. Crews attended a location at Highway 11 and Range Road 12 where a BMW had caught on fire. The apparent cause of the blaze was mechanical issues. February 2nd 2:39 p.m. – Vandalism to mailboxes at various locations was reported to police. Locks on mailboxes were either cut or pried off in the Red Deer County

area along Highway 11A at Range Road 22 and on Township Road 381 at Highway 781. Access was gained to the mailboxes. Mailboxes on Range Road 15 at Grand Avenue in the Norglenwold area were also accessed. In all instances, Canada Post was notified. February 3rd 6:13 p.m. – A domestic dispute in progress on Range Road 12 in Red Deer County was dispatched to RCMP. A child custody issue resulted in a verbal and physical confrontation between two parties. A 32-year-old female told police that she had been assaulted and locked out of a residence by her for-

mer spouse with her son still inside the home. A 34-year-old male was arrested without incident and is charged with assault. February 4th 6:24 a.m. – A Chevrolet Camaro was reported stolen from an address on Hinshaw Drive in Sylvan Lake. The vehicle was found abandoned a short time later in the parking area of Hinshaw Heights Apartments with the keys still inside. 6:37 p.m. – A Dodge Ram was stolen from an address in Sylvan Lake. The owner reported the vehicle taken from outside a location on Erickson Drive. An investigation continues.

10:36 p.m. – RCMP received a report of stunting on Sylvan Lake. A complainant advised that a group of males was racing vehicles up and down the lake. A fire had also been started on the lake. Police attended and issued a warning to the individuals. The fire was extinguished and the group departed the area without further incident. February 5th 11:15 a.m. – A Ford F250 truck was stolen from the Sunnyside Camp retreat on Birchcliff Road. The vehicle was recovered two days later on Township Road 414 in the Rimbey area with two tires missing.

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17 QUARTERS OF FARMLOGS LAND near Brant, Alberta. Semi loads of pine, spruce, Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers tamarack, poplar, birch. Unreserved Auction, Price depends on location March 24 in Lethbridge. of delivery. Lil Mule Quality land, good perimeLogging 403-318-4346 ter fences, lots of water & surface lease revenue. Garden Jerry Hodge: Supplies 780-706-6652; rbauction.com/realestate.

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COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION. 10th Annual Red Deer Collector Car Auction & Speed Show. March 11 - 13, 2016, Westerner Park. Special Guests: Dan & Laura Dotson - Storage Wars; “Horny” Mike - Counting Cars; Chris Jacobs - Overhaulin’. Consign today. 1-888-296-0528 ext. 103; egauctions.com.

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LOCATION: Ridgewood Community Hall Partial List only 2007 Chevy Silverado, 2008 Pacific Coach Tango, Spurs, Collector Books, Mossberg Mod 146B 22 cal. (Valid PAL Required), Victorian Sofa, Antiques, Furniture, Driveway Gates, Tents, Misc., AND MUCH MORE. Complete list and Directions visit www.cherryhillauction.com Next Sale April 3 CHERRY HILL AUCTION & APPRAISALS Phone 403-342-2514 UNRESERVED BANKRUPTCY AUCTION. Tuesday, February 23, 10 a.m. Rural Lloydminster, Saskatchewan. Hufnagel Transport Ltd. Oilfield Trucking and Complete Repair Facility. Full details: www. foothillsauctions.com or call 780-922-6090.

PASTURE & HAY LAND. 400 - 8000 acres of year round water supply. Full operational with management available. Central Saskatchewan. Crossfenced & complete infrastructure. Natural springs excellent water. Shortly ready to locate cattle. Other small & large grain & pasture quarters. $150k - $2.6m. Call Doug Rue 306-716-2671; saskfarms@shaw.ca. REFORESTATION NURSERY SEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca.

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WANTED - SHED ANTLERS. Buying shed antlers all sizes and conditions. Paying top dollar for elk, deer, moose. Buying all the time. Phone, text, email: 403-352-9397 or donovanh@telus.net. WANTED/BUYING Alberta Antler. Buying shed antler of all species/grade. Competitive pricing & fair grading. Will buy deer, elk, moose - all grades & all amounts. Keep this ad buying all the time. Herb 780-385-0076.

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Agricultural #2000 - #2290 Farm Equipment ..............2010 Haying Equipment ............2020 Tractors ............................2030 Combines & Headers ......2040 Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Farm Custom Work ..........2080 Farm Auctions ..................2090 Livestock ..........................2100 Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Pasture Wanted ................2180 Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Seed Grain ......................2200 Seeding & Tillage ............2210

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WANTED PASTURE TO RENT unsupervised or supervised. Interested in long term rent. 403-740-5197 CLASSIFIED Want Ads do more things for more people than any other form of advertising. Phone 1-877223-3311

6,000 CONCRETE PAVERS. 24” X 30”, 22 per pallet, $100. SM Insulation, 2’X4’X3”, R15, $3. School lockers, 12” X 15” X 72”, single tier $50. Double tier $75. Sustainabuildcanada.com. 780-707-4791. SAWMILLS from only $4,397. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & dvd: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT. 1-800-566-6899 ext. 400OT

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250 LARGE SQUARE Barley straw bales 3X4, 900 lbs. No rain. $29 each. 403-335-9881, 403-466-9881. Centrally located. FOR SALE: Alfalfas, Clovers, Grasses plus Hay, Pasture, Reclamation and Lawn Mixtures. Early order discount - Book now! No charge custom blending. Call 1-800-661-1529 or esther.stigter@ hannasseeds.com.

CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS

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HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas Real Estate for feed. Buying damaged #4000 - #4190 or offgrade grain. “On Realtors & Services..........4010 Farm Pickup” Westcan Houses for Sale................4020 Feed & Grain, Houses Wanted ................4030 1-877-250-5252. ROUND HAY BALES, self unloading, bulk oats. New truck tires. Cheap - starting at $285. Cheap undercarriage new & used. No Sunday calls. Phone 403-704-3509 or 403-704-4333.

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

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LARGE, Clean 2 bdrm. APT. in downtown Sylvan Lake, avail. now. Strictly N/S, no pets. Seeking stable, employed tenant able to provide ref’s. Rent $800./mo. + power & gas. Inquire/view 403-887-3021

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Manufactured Homes

NO MATTER WHO you are, we have a home that fits your lifestyle at United Homes Canada. Over 40 years of experience in providing the best value in quality modular and manufactured housing. Call 1-800-461-7632 or visit www.unitedhomescanada.com to discover how we can help you find your new home.

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Public Notices ..................6010 Special Features ..............6050

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PO Box 634 Rimbey, AB T0C 2J0

Lowest tender will not necessarily be chosen. DEADLINE FOR TENDERS MARCH 15, 2016

JUDICIAL SALE OF MORTGAGED LANDS The following property is offered for sale by the Court of Queen’s Bench of Alberta by soliciting tenders to purchase, subject to the restrictions in the existing certificate of title, namely: PLAN 9423396 BLOCK 1 LOT 68 EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS The property is located at 4 Westwood Court, Sylvan Lake, Alberta, T4S 1P7 . The following encumbrances will remain on the land following the sale: 932 285 082 17/09/1993 Utility Right of Way 932 358 151 17/11/1993. The land is being offered for sale, as is, where is, on possession. Prospective purchasers ARE NOT entitled to inspect the property and MUST NOT disturb the Occupants of the property. Prospective purchasers may obtain a copy of the filed appraisal of the property by contacting leahanne by email at leahanne@hendrixlaw.ca. No representations or warranties of any kind are made with respect to the lands, or the condition of the lands and premises on closing. Please note that the highest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted. The deposits of unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to you by the Clerk of the Court after the hearing of the application. Tenders in sealed envelopes referencing the Court file number 1501 - 11706, accompanied by your address for notification and a bank draft or money order for 10% of the amount of the tender must be in the hands of the Clerk of the Court at the Calgary Courts Centre, located at 601 - 5th Street SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P 5P7 by 12:00 noon on Monday, February 29, 2016. The next hearing in this action will be held on Monday, the 7th day of March, 2016, at the courthouse located at the Calgary Courts Centre at 9th Floor North Tower, at 601 - 5th Street SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P 5P7 at 10:00 A.M. or so soon thereafter as counsel for the plaintiff may be heard, at which time the plaintiff may apply for a foreclosure order, an order for sale to plaintiff, an order accepting any tender received, and /or an order rejecting any tender received. If your Tender is being sought to be accepted, you will be notified of the date and time when the Court will consider your tender. If your tender is accepted and you do not complete the purchase by the closing date listed in the Court Order, your deposit will be forfeited. The solicitor for the Plaintiff is Hendrix Law, Attention: Denise M Hendrix of #500, 707 -7 Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2P 3H6, 403-269-9400, dhendrix@hendrixlaw.ca. APPROVED this 8th day of February, 2016. K Laycock _______________________________ MASTER IN CHAMBERS

Winterfest Fun A horse drawn carriage made multiple runs around the lake on Saturday and members of the community were excited for the experience. Jenna Swan/Sylvan Lake News

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Winterfest Fun

An individual dressed as Hulk Hogan takes the plunge on Saturday as part of the annual Polar Bear Dip.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2016

Amy James and Marinna, 8, dye the snow using a stencil and environmentally friendly colouring for the snow. Jenna Swan/Sylvan Lake News

Jenna Swan/Sylvan Lake News

Caroline Vandriel and Corrie Brown took the polar bear dip plunge in support of the Sylvan Lake Municipal Library. Jenna Swan/Sylvan Lake News

Speed skaters push along the oval during the Sylvan Lake Ice Marathon on Saturday during the 25 km race.

Kids happily jump in a unique life sized snow globe. Jenna Swan/Sylvan Lake News

Jenna Swan /Sylvan Lake News

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Lakers defeated by Storms despite all efforts BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS The Midget A Hockey Central Lakers showed a fierce score streak at the start of their game against the Stettler Storm Friday at the NexSource Centre. In the first period Laker, Khale Skinner scored at 19 minutes and 21 seconds, assisted by Adam Sylvester and Austin McGregor. Sylvester then pegged on himself at 16 minutes and 49 seconds, assisted by Blake Carrick. The game was looking good for the Lakers. They were the first to score the first two goals, giving their teammates a big group hockey hug and high fives. But the Storms soon caught up. At 16 minutes and 42 seconds Storms Brad Fulford scored his team’s first goal, assisted by Chase Dolliver. Then to close off the first period Storm’s Scott Verhoeven scored his team’s second goal at two minutes and 50 seconds, assisted by Brenden Tucker. This meant both teams would leave the ice with an equal 2-2 on the scoreboard after the first period. Nevertheless it was a strong first period for the Lakers. They were not only the first to score the first two goals, they were also smooth on the ice, showed great passing, and the ability to send the puck down the ice to the other side. Right from the start the players showed they had each other’s backs and there was a constant positive atmosphere on the bench. The Storms were the first to score in the second period

Puck Move – Hockey Central Lakers Trysten Sylvester moves the puck before Stettler Storms Scott Verhoeven grabs it during thier game at the NexSource Centre Friday. Jasmine O’Halloran–Han /Sylvan Lake News

with James Switenky sending the puck into the Lakers net at 17 minutes and 16 seconds. The Lakers kicked up the intensity of the game speeding up their pace with Austin McGregor putting one behind the Storm’s goalie at five minutes and 21 seconds, assisted by Khale Skinner and Michael Draeger. Following the second peri-

od the game was once again tied with each team grabbing another goal in the second period. The third period proved to be more challenging than expected. At 18 minutes and 47 seconds the Storm’s, Switenky scored his team’s fourth goal, assisted by Riley Cornelssen. It was no longer a tied game

and for the first time in the game the Storm were in the lead. The Lakers stepped their playing up a notch and gave it their all to score on the Storms, with the puck seemingly refusing to go into the Storm’s net. Even with all of the Laker’s efforts - luck just wasn’t on their side. The game ended in a score of 4-3 for the Storms.

This was the Laker’s last regular season home game. Even with the loss the coaches still felt the boys still played well. “They played really well,” said Laker’s assistant coach Rob Gringhuis. “They had a couple mental lapses and the puck went in our net.” “They just have to work the full 60 minutes,” he added. He said the positives of the

game were how the team played well and were in control. “Our goalie played pretty well,” Gringhuis said. “Over all we controlled the game but we had a couple lapses in our end and the puck gets in our net. They got four and we got three.” reporter@sylvanlakenews.com

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Tigers players to celebrate graduation before game time BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Just before the Midget AA West Central Trilliant Tigers step onto the ice to play against the Central AB Selects on Feb. 20 at 8 p.m. on home ice, 10 Tiger 2016 graduates will be recognized. The graduates include Graydon Larson, Carter Boothe, Logan Neal, Ryan Chambers, Bradyn Adams, Braden Bystrom, Wyatt Fleming, Kolton Muyres, Kyle Cornford and Kade Garritty. Even though Tiger’s head coach Pat Garritty said the ceremony will be fairly quick - it will still be special to the team. Not only will the players be acknowledged for graduating minor hockey, there will be Tiger alumni present from the past four decades who will acknowledge the graduates. “The ceremony will be fairly quick but it will be really good. The parents and kids will really enjoy it,” Garritty said. Graduating from the Tiger’s hockey program is something to be proud of and is no small deal added Garritty. He continued by saying he was proud of these players who have spent their childhood and teenage years improving on their playing performance to get where they are today. “I want to acknowledge these kids graduating from the minor hockey program. It’s a big deal,” Garritty said. As a coach Garritty said seeing the players graduate is pretty special. He has coached them for many years some since their earliest years of playing hockey. He said he is very fortunate to have coached them. “Just to see them grow up and become men and be ready to move onto the next level - it’s very special,” Garritty said. Garritty has coached midget hockey since 1991. He said the graduation ceremony will be even more sentimental to him because his son Kade has played for the Tigers just as he did. “When your son has the opportunity to play on the same team as you did it’s pretty special,” Garritty said. “Especially when he has the same pride that I did. It’s a tonne of pride to finish your minor hockey career.” He adds throughout their hockey career the players have been through countless ups, downs, heart break and jubilation. “It’s always sad to see people move on but at the same time it’s a proud moment,” he said. “They are extremely proud to wear that jersey and to be a Tiger and hopefully the generations of kids that come behind them feel the same way.” reporter@sylvanlakenews.com

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Wave do well over Family Day weekend The Ponoka Warriors hosted 18 teams for their annual Family Day tournament. This was the 10th year for this tournament that Sylvan has attended many times. Normally this tournament is for the 15U and 16U age groups but this year they added the 13U teams as well. Teams from Red Deer, Drayton Valley, Ponoka, Wetaskiwin, Delia, Battle River and Edmonton were all present. The Wave 13U team was the first to play with the early draw of 8:30 AM. The team is mostly first time players. They started the day winning

the first two sets, then split sets with the next two teams. You could actually see their skills and abilities starting to improve throughout the day. Unfortunately the last game was lost 2 sets to 0 against the really strong Central Rage. During the game the girls had some amazing rallies and really began playing some great volleyball to finish their day on a high note despite the loss. The Wave 15U team Coached by Taylor Delaire started the day with a win, then lost one set and rallied to come back and not lose another set all day. They won 7 out of 8 sets

Avery Burger wins the battle at the net against her opponent for the point. Photo submitted throughout the day. There was very consistent setting by the only setter Alyssa throughout the day. The team had some great blocks and hits by Jenna, Avery and Casey playing mid-

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dle. Powerful hits and tips by Kate, Deni , Ashley and Lacey and Madelyn in back row or power at any given time. The team really had an extremely solid day, in one of the games they only missed 4 serves in two sets. The Wave 16U team coached by Wayne Halliday had an incredible day staying consistent and upbeat all day, winning 8 straight sets in their age group. Their last game was a really strong 2 sets with some amazing rallies against the home team the Ponoka Warriors. The sets were 26-24 and 25-23 making for some very exciting volleyball to end the day for the players and parents alike.

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Alberta’s Best Indoor RV Show!

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Great savings, convenient indoor shopping and fun for the whole family can be found at the 40th annual Red Deer RV Show and Sale. The show is on until February 21st at Westerner Park – it’s the Ärst year since its inception that the show has run for 10 days. “The show Ärst started before the Westerner was here,” said Marty Vellner, chair of the Red Deer RV Show and Sale. “We used to run the show down in the arena and the Kinex building. “The show has always been run as a cooperative effort amongst the dealers as opposed to most other shows which are run by either a promoter or an association.” For the last number of years there have been two shows put on in Red Deer – the Red Deer RV Show and Sale and the Central Alberta RV Show and Sale. This year, both shows have been combined. The show and sale is presented by the six RV dealers in Red Deer including Woody’s RV World, Vellner Leisure Products, Go Uncle Ben’s RV and Marine Red Deer, Southside RV Centre, Allan Dale Trailers & RV’s and Western R.V. Country. Attendees to the show can visit the latest and greatest in RV models and technology all while indoors. In addition to a variety

of new RVs that will be on display, there will also be a number of booths, which will be showcasing RV accessories and all that comes with living the RV lifestyle. “The show features roughly 120,000 square-feet of brand new RV models in a comfortable indoor setting. We’ll have everything that the industry has to offer in terms of products. It will encompass motor homes of all types, diesel pushers, gas Class A & Class C motorhomes, Äfth wheels, travel trailers of all sizes & Toy Haulers. All of the innovations the industry has to offer will be on display. People can come and shop and compare, all under one roof,” said Vellner. “We’ll have about 200 new 2016 products and that is roughly $12 million in terms of value of product.” To accompany the RVs on display, there will be 30 exhibitors who are selling products, services and accessories complimentary to the RV lifestyle. Meanwhile, Vellner said now is the time to look at getting into the RV lifestyle. “Supply and demand is a fairly fundamental economic driver. Typically in the off-season, like we are now, the demand is lower, so there’s more motivation on the part of dealers to get product moving. The timing of these shows is geared to kicking off our season,” said

FINAL DAY Sunday, February 21st 10am – 6pm Vellner. “There’s always price increases coming into the selling season from the manufacturers. Typically the product that you can buy early in the season will be less money than what you would buy later in the season.” He added from a vacation opportunity the RV business is a lifestyle choice. “It offers more Åexibility and more creativity than any resort-type environment. It’s your house on wheels. It’s the most cost-effective way to take a family on a holiday,” said Vellner. “This type of lifestyle has always had an appeal with a section of the market. Where it’s gaining appeal is amongst young, overworked, busy people. The problem with the pace of life that we have now is that it separates families and doesn’t allow for family time. The types of things that can relieve that is the ‘get out and breathe the fresh air and sit around the Äre with your kids’ type thing. It keeps families in close quarters together and it builds bonds.” Hours for the Red Deer RV Show include Feb. 18th from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Feb. 19th-20th 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Feb. 21st from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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