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Clarkson Cup makes stop in Sylvan Lake Kathy Desjardin and the Calgary Inferno bring home Clarkson Cup BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN–HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Kathy Desjardins, goalie for the Calgary Inferno women’s hockey team proudly showed off the Clarkson Cup at Best Body Fitness last Thursday. The final game for the Clarkson Cup was held at the Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa on March 13. The Inferno played against the Montreal Canadiens and won 8-3 making them the 2016 Canadian Womens’ Hockey
League Clarkson Cup champions. Winning the Cup has been a dream come true for Desjardins and is a victory she will never forget. Originally from Quebec City, she has been in western Canada for four years. During her time with the Calgary Inferno she has played alongside Meagan Mikkelson, Hayley Wickenheiser, Rebecca Johnston and Brianne Jenner. Desjardins has been a goalie since her early days in minor hockey.
Clarkson Cup – Kathy Desjardins, goalie and player number 1 for the Calgary Inferno team holds the Clarkson Cup at Best Body Fitness last Thursday. Jasmine O’Halloran–Han/Sylvan Lake News
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Playing for the Infernos was different this year as she suffered a concussion after her second year on the team. “It’s a big thing to come back for the cup and to actually win it. It was the dream year,” she said. She proved a concussion would not stop her from doing what she loved. When she returned to the team, she wasn’t sure if she would make it. However, in training camp she was told she would be playing alongside her good friend and the team’s other goalie Delayne Brian. “Deciding to come back was easy because I wanted it so much. I got on the ice for training camp and I was like ‘whoa’ this team is way stronger than when I left, this is another game,” Desjardins said. She realized she had lost some of her skills and confidence on the ice, but knew she would gain it all back. The question she remembers asking was when she would gain it all back. “It did come back, the girls supported me 100 percent and knew what I had been through,” Desjardins said. During the final game against Montreal, Desjardins accepted being the back up goalie something new as she had always been first goalie. “I came back and I accepted my role as a second goalie and I think that did make a difference in the team,” Desjardins said. “To see that the second goalie is driving from Sylvan Lake to Calgary and is committed to that team like everybody else. The girls see that you’re there for them and they want to play for you.” The night before the final game the team met up and the players were asked what it meant to be a Calgary Inferno and what it would mean to win the cup. “The other goalie said I want to win just for Kathy, she has been around for four years,” Desjardins said. “She said ‘I want to win this for her’. Just to know that there are players who would do this for you - we cried.”
Desjardins was on the bench that game, ready and willing to back the other goalie up in case something happened. During the game she felt all the emotion and the game momentum. She said when they won it was the best feeling she has ever felt. “When you see all the girls doing this for you it’s the best thing ever,” Desjardins said. She said in a big game like that one you try to do your job and you don’t think too much about being famous for that game or being the most valuable player. The girls are in it together as a complete team. “We are the Calgary Inferno family here and in the end you feel like we are all sisters,” Desjardins said. “Everybody has their back, everybody was playing for the girl right beside them and I think that’s what brings us together to win that cup.” What may surprise people is how even though Desjardins is a professional hockey player she doesn’t get paid to play hockey. “I have comments about ‘hey now you’re rich’, but we don’t get paid to play hockey,” she said. The fact that she doesn’t get paid to play hockey doesn’t matter because she says she is helping to pave the path for young girls who want to be just like her. “We’re building a league now for those little girls that want to be just like us so maybe they will be paid one day,” Desjardins said. Now that she is retiring from playing on the Calgary Inferno team and from the Canadian Women’s Hockey League, she plans to move back home to Montreal, Quebec. Even though she is retiring from the league she would still possibly take up an opportunity to play in the U.S.A. If it turns out this is the end of her hockey career she will be happy as well. “If I retire and don’t play hockey anymore I will be happy that I finished on a great note,” Desjardins said. reporter@sylvanlakenews.com
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Veterans Voices of Canada receives Community Initiative Grant BY JENNA SWAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Thanks to the provincial government’s Community Initiatives Program, Veterans Voices of Canada received funding to help purchase new production gear to help them continue video documentation of Canadian veterans. Executive director of Veterans Voices of Canada, Allan Cameron received a cheque for $30,394 from MLA Don MacIntyre on Friday afternoon at the Sylvan Lake constituency office stating the funds will go a long way in helping him further his work. “These kinds of successful grant applica-
tions are our life blood – without them we can’t operate and we are gone,” said Cameron adding they have been successful three time overs the past seven years and have received a total of $136,000 from the program. MLA MacIntyre added Veterans Voices of Canada is a very important community initiative and that not only are they making an impact on a local level, he added he feels they are a ‘Canadian community builder’. “They are building a sense of national pride,” said MacIntyre on the work Veterans Voices is doing. Cameron said he
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as 10 communities. “At this point we have documented over 1,000 veterans on video and that’s not enough. There are so many stories out there to tell yet,” added Cameron. “It’s been an amazing day and I really want to thank Mr. MacIntyre for being a part of this and for presenting us with this.” editor@sylvanlakenews.com
COMMUNITY BUILDING - Veterans’ Voices of Canada was recently awarded a grant from the Community Initiative Program. (L-R) Debby Stevens, Sylvan Lake Legion Branch #212; Sean McIntyre, Mayor of Sylvan Lake; Don MacIntyre, MLA Innisfail-Sylvan Lake; Allan Cameron, Executive Director of Veterans’ Voices of Canada; and Gord Graham, President of Sylvan Lake Legion Branch #212. Jenna Swan/Sylvan Lake News
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Rising concerns for the safety of pedestrians along 47 Ave. has Sylvan Lake resident and former mayor, Ted Iverson advocating for a pedestrian crossing light at the corner of 48 St. The intersection is currently home to a crosswalk that is said by Iverson to often leave pedestrians hidden by vehicles parked along 47 Ave. Iverson himself has witnessed pedestrians, occasionally small children and the elderly, wait at the crosswalk for extended periods of time without traffic stopping as the drivers are unable to see. “Several times I have witnessed kids standing on the corner crying because the vehicles won’t stop for them,” explained Iverson. “Then when I would try to cross they wouldn’t stop for me either.” “In the dark and the winter – you just can’t see the kids standing on the corner well when you’re driving by as the parked vehicles block the view of the crosswalk,” he added. Iverson explained one solution for pedestrian safety would be for the Town to consider some kind of a crossing at the corner of 48 St. and 47 Ave. “Something so the kids can push the button and traffic will stop. It’s just a crossing light
– it seems affordable and I’d like to see something done,” said Iverson. He explained much of the hazard along the road comes from the on street parking and while he would like to see parking removed from the street altogether, it would likely not be possible. Particularily due to the nature of 47 Ave. containing residences as well as the Bethany Care Centre. In addition to being mayor for a term, Iverson also served as a Town Councillor. He recalls a time when the Council of the day was lobbying extensively for an extended care facility. Following extensive lobbying, the provincial government designated funds for the facility. “They found some money for us for an extended care facility – so what we as the town did was throw in the land next to the lodge to help,” said Iverson. “So what happened was when Bethany agreed to be managers they said in order for their economical model to work the facility needed to have a certain number of suites in it.” “That piece of land was short and there wouldn’t be room for a parking lot also. So the council of the day voted to relax the parking restrictions for the facility.” This meant visitors and even some staff of
the Bethany would be parking on the street. “In my own mind, when we made that decision – we didn’t think it would be permanent and that some how over time we would find a way to correct the shortage of parking,” said Iverson. Over the years Iverson has watched as traffic steadily increased on 47 Ave. following the changes made to the intersection of Highway 781 and Highway 11, which funneled traffic instead along Highway 20 and down 47 Ave. “We also took the dangerous goods route off Lakeshore Drive and put it on 47 Ave. a – so all these incremental changes have just steadily made the traffic here much more significant, especially at peak times of the day,” said Iverson who used to act as director of Disaster Services for the town. “I’m concerned now with the Nexsource Centre coming in on 48th, the danger is increasing with more and more kids using that as a hub,” “I’d like to see the community recognize there is a problem at hand and that it is only going to get worse when the Nexsource Centre is complete.” ***Do you think there is a rising concern for safety along 47 Ave. let us know by emailing editor@ sylvanlakenews.com***
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Wanted: A Premier One of the hardest things for novice political leaders or first-time governments to grasp is that they can’t implement their favourite policies without consequence. Whether any of us like it or not, policies change the way people behave, the way they invest, and even where they may want to live. Some years ago, a major economic report in the U.S. calculated which states maintained the highest and lowest overall tax rates, and then compared the results to shifting population patterns. Interestingly, the ten states with the lowest overall taxes were the states with the highest percentage of population growth. The study shows how human behaviour, the flow of financial investment, and even population patterns respond to government policy. Investment and jobs are
fluid. They move easily over the economic landscape—the same way that water flows to where it is least obstructed. Many North American businesses can easily go to Saskatchewan, North Dakota, or Texas to invest and create jobs. Even Alberta businesses don’t have to invest in Alberta. There is nothing compelling them to create jobs here. Unfortunately, our Alberta government doesn’t seem to understand this, and is therefore sending all the wrong signals. It has deliberately created an unfriendly climate for business. Our premier and governing MLAs are on public record opposing pipeline construction. They openly support hefty and untimely tax increases on private investment. They also want to follow Ontario’s lead in the elimination of low-cost coalfired electrical generation,
which has given Ontario some of the highest industrial electrical rates in North America. Right n o w, Saskatchewan’s premier is vehemently fighting a federal carbon tax proposal, defending jobs and investment for his province. In Alberta, the government has declared itself a carbon tax champion. It wants a carbon tax that will cost $3 billion per year. It has hiked business taxes, income taxes, regulation, and the minimum wage, even as it presides over massive job losses. This past week, the Quebec government sought to further impede the Energy East pipeline. Saskatchewan immediately spoke out to defend jobs, the energy sector, and the Canadian economy. Others pointed to how silly it is for Quebec to spend roughly $13 billion per year importing oil from Saudi Arabia and elsewhere, while fighting
an initiative that would allow western Canadian petroleum to flow east. Alberta’s response was essentially muted, with the premier saying she’d keep her gun in its holster. One Calgary writer has observed that Notley seems stuck in the mindset of an NDP leader in Opposition when, in fact, her duty as premier is to stand tall, on guard for all Albertans, their jobs, and the economy. Policy and the attitude that a government conveys absolutely matter. An MLA in a small opposition party can be indifferent to many things and spout off about others, experiencing no immediate or long-term consequence. But the minute that this same individual moves into genuine leadership, the rules change. There are things about which a genuine leader cannot be muted, silent, or indifferent. The office of the premier
is bigger than the ideology of a single political party—any political party. And the fact is that the man or woman who occupies that office has an obligation to speak for the entire province of Alberta, not just for his or her own political party, its ideology, and supporters. The following article was co-compiled by a small group of Official Opposition MLAs who each week, get together to talk through a legislative policy issue. As part of the process, a short commentary is compiled and then edited. The editorial committee members include Grant Hunter, Cardston-TaberWarner; Rick Strankman, Drumheller-Stettler;; and Dave Schneider, Little Bow; Wes Taylor , Battle RiverWainwright; Ron Orr, Lacombe-Ponoka, Mark Smith Devon-Drayton Valley, Dave H anson Lac La Biche-St. Paul-Two Hills, Don Macintyre InnisfailSylvan Lake.
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Dear Editor, I don’t know if you go to the 60th street dog park. It is disgusting. I go there at least three times a day and noticed that some dog owners don’t know what pick-up after your pet means, they just don’t do it. Our dog is a small bison shitsu and eight years old. All the years we have had her, we have always pick-up after her, even when we lived on an acreage in the country. It is just common courtesy for other walkers. What laying around the park is from ‘BIG DOGS’ deposits spread all over the park and the dog owners ignoring the rules and dog park policies. It’s complete laziness of the dog owners and they have absolutely no respect for the common (dog park) property. We all pay dog licence fee but the town is not responsible to pick up after the dogs. The town provides us with dog bags which would be part of the licence fee and still, irresponsible dog owners could not care less. What are the options; increase licence fee, and have a by-law officer here to monitor the dog owners, $1000.00 fine (unconditional) for the dog owner(s) who refuse to pick-up or worst scenario, the town could sell the park since it is prime real estate property and if that happen, the irresponsible dog owners can only blame themselves. Hopefully, you can write a strong letter for your local newspaper preferable front page so that the dog owners take notice as what is going on in the dog park. Something needs to be done. It need to be cleaned up because it is disgusting as it is now. Hopefully, you will take a look at the park to see for yourself on what I am talking about. Looking forward to your response of this letter. Sincerely, Hendrik de Jong
Dear Editor, The NDP Government in Alberta has recently provided guidelines to the province’s school to recognize and promote the transgendered. These guidelines are entitled ‘Guidelines for Best Practices: Creating Learning Environments that Respect Diverse Sexual Orientations, Gender Expressions and Gender Identities’. The government has mandated
that these guidelines give the transgendered special privileges in all schools in Alberta, including private, public, charter, separate (Catholic) and francophone schools. There is no scientific or medical basis to support the belief that an individual can change his/her gender from that with which they were born. These individuals require compassionate counselling, rather than surgery or hormone treatments to deal with their delusional belief. This will prevent later sad conse-
Re: Thank You Dear Editor, On March 11 I went for blood work at the Sylvan Lake Lab. As I was waiting a young man entered. We started a conversation about (I guess there is no other way to put it) life. He asked me why I was there and he hoped it wasn’t serious. It was just my yearly blood test so I answered, and ask him the same question. I am here for a blood test but I have to come more frequently. I hoped it wasn’t serious and then he told me history. This young man was badly injured in Afghanistan. He
Re: Thank You Dear Editor, We would like to acknowledge and thank the Sylvan Lake Fire Department, Sylvan Lake RCMP and Red Deer Regional Hopsital for all
quences to their lives, as the suicide rate in post-surgical transgendered patients has been reported to be 20 times higher than in controls matched for birth year and birth sex. Further, ‘sex reassignment’, surgery is only superficial by way of an artificial, non-functioning vagina or penis. It does not change that person’s DNA nor their reproductive system. The reality is that their gender remains exactly what it was at birth. Eileen Mydland
had a lot of scares on his head, but not any you would guess what he had gone through. It was when I saw his left leg when I imagined the pain he was in and had been for a long while. He almost lost his leg but fought it and stay strong. He is a husband and a father. God bless this faimly. I usually wear a poppy every day but the one day I didn’t I met a true hero. I believe these men and women should be honoured everyday. They stand on guard and keep us free. Never think we don’t appreciate it. Thank you soldier. Brenda Anderson
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Community Income Tax Program being offered BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS It is tax time again and there is a program being offered in town to help those with modest incomes file their taxes efficiently. The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program has been running in Sylvan Lake for years and serves individuals, couples and families of modest income. The income threshold for an individual is around $30,000, for a couple around $40,000, an individual with a dependent $35,000, if it’s more than one dependent an extra $2,500 is added on, said FCSS senior services coordinator Brittney Wells. Volunteers help run the program and have been serving the same clients for years, but are willing to help new ones. Tax returns are filed electronically. Volunteers use UFile through Canada Revenue Agencies (CRA). Wells said the volunteers can do returns from 2008 to 2015. Taxes between 2008 and 2014 must be mailed in. The program also does returns year around. “The bulk of our returns come from the tax season, but we are able to do them all year,” Wells said. “That’s the big thing that people don’t know. If they are late doing their income tax, they can still bring it by and I am able to help them with it.” Proving income level is not mandatory. Wells said many clients don’t remember to bring in their past income tax returns and the program does not keep their past returns on file. “I will have a quick peek at their paperwork and if I can see that they are really high then I will send them other places like H&R Block,” Wells said. She does consider their situation as well as their income. Most are repeat clients, but the program does accept new clients, some who have been recommended to the program.
Clients will fill out and sign forms, drop off their tax information and wait for a phone call to be notified on when the volunteers have finished filing their information. Wells said it takes about half an hour to process one tax return, with it being longer if a couple are doing it together. The taxes processed by the volunteers have to be kept simple and basic. Wells said they are able to process returns including student loans, taxes for newcomers, aboriginals, seniors, individuals and families. “Most of our clients have one to five tax slips,” she said. “They are easy. “They are either RRSPs, investments, pensions or student loans.” Some of the more complicated tax returns that the volunteers don’t do are returns for deceased people, self employed and bankruptcy. “They are classified as a complicated return,” Wells said. “We try to serve everyone who fits into the criteria. I don’t send away a lot of individuals.” Wells said their clients keep coming back to the program because it is free, as long as they fit the criteria. People don’t have to go to a business or try to do it online themselves when they have never done it before. “People come to us because there are trained and qualified people doing their returns for them and it’s free,” Wells said. She said people are unaware of how to do it themselves and it is easier for them to utilize the program because they know the program and service. “We do have a lot of referrals from CRA telling them to come see us in Sylvan Lake because it is a free service,” Wells said. The turn around time is usually around one or two weeks and volunteers process around 200-250 returns per year. Clients are not just from Sylvan Lake but also come from nearby places such as Rocky Mountain House,
Benalto, Eckville and Bentley. “They know that Sylvan does this service so they keep on coming back,” Wells said. “It’s the same people helping them each year at the Sylvan Lake FCSS. They know us, they trust us, it’s easy and convenient for them.” Wells gave tips on how clients can help the process run smoothly. This includes the client ensuring that they have all their tax slips and going to their pharmacy for a print out of what they can claim medically instead of handing in a bunch of little slips. Dental receipts and hearing aids can also be claimed. The office is open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 12, and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Clients need to see someone before they drop their tax return information off to fill out the paperwork. For further information call 403 887 1137. reporter@sylvanlakenews.com
Rosary and St. Patrick’s Day – École Our Lady of the Rosary School students practiced praying with their rosaries while wearing green to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day last Thursday. Jasmine O’Halloran–Han/Sylvan Lake News
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Liz Taylor, Executive Director, Tourism Red Deer, liz@tourismreddeer.com What do we need from your licensed business in order to develop a profile? 1 JPEG Logo, 5-10 JPEG Photos (Exterior, interior, facilities, food, people interacting, etc), 500Word Description of Organization, Contact Information, Address, Phone, Email, Website, Hours of operation, Social Media links, and if available, Latitude & Longitude – This will allow us to map your business location!
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COME SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY BY SITTING ON A COMMITTEE OR BOARD We are seeking public members for the following:
Upcoming Meetings UPCOMING MEETINGS MPC Meeting April 4, 2016 Municipal Government Building 6:00 pm
Regular Meeting of Council March 28, 2016 Municipal Government Building 6:00 pm
Committee of the Whole April 6, 2016 Municipal Government Building 6:00 pm
Community Services Committee (1 Vacancy) Provides recommendations related to community opportunities and challenges. The committee reviews Special Event applications and makes recommendations on approval to Council. It reviews and approves Community Grant applications. 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 forward a letter of interest with relevant information and completed application form by Wednesday, April 20, 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
YARD/KITCHEN WASTE COLLECTION BEGINS ON MARCH 29 Yard/kitchen waste collection begins on Tuesday, March 29 and occurs weekly on the same day that your garbage is collected. Place your yard/kitchen waste (mixed) out for collection by 8 A.M. on your garbage collection day, in the same location as your garbage. You may also bring your yard/kitchen waste to the Waste Transfer Station during business hours at no charge.
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ROAD BANS 75% AXLE WEIGHT RESTRICTIONS MARCH 1 – JUNE 1 Axle weight restrictions at 75% are now in effect for all Sylvan Lake roads with the exception of the East End and Beju industrial parks, which have no axle weight restrictions. Please contact Public Works at 403.887.2800 for permit inquiries.
GOOD FRIDAY GARBAGE/RECYCLING COLLECTION NOTICE Residences whose normal garbage/green box collection day is Friday, March 25 (Good Friday) will have their items collected as scheduled. Green boxes are available at no charge from the Municipal Government Building (5012 48 Avenue), the Municipal Operations Building (1 Industrial Drive), or we will deliver one to you by calling 403.887.2800.
Yard/kitchen waste in containers 100 litres or larger MUST be in biodegradable bags Yard/kitchen waste in containers under 100 litres may be loose Biodegradable compostable bags without containers are accepted but must be no larger than 65 cm. X 90 cm. (26” X 36”) The maximum weight per unit is 23 kg. Containers (not bags) must have a “Yard Waste” decal affixed to the container. Decals are available from the Municipal Government Building located at 5012 48 Avenue or the Municipal Operations Building located at 1 Industrial Drive. Decals can be delivered to you by calling Public Works at 403.887.2800. There is no charge for the decals. The yard/kitchen waste collection program runs annually from late March until November. Please call Public Works at 403.887.2800 with your questions.
WASTE TRANSFER STATION SUMMER HOURS BEGINS ON APRIL 4 Starting on Monday, April 4 the facility is open from Monday to Saturday, 9 am – 5 pm, (Wednesdays until 8 pm) exclusive of statutory holidays. There is no after hour access to the facility. The facility is located 1 km. east of the round-about on Highway 11A and .5 km. south on RR15.
WASTE TRANSFER STATION EASTER HOLIDAY HOURS The Easter weekend holiday hours are as follows: Friday, March 25: CLOSED Saturday, March 26: OPEN The facility is open from Wednesday to Saturday, 9 am – 5 pm, (Wednesdays until 8 pm) exclusive of statutory holidays. There is no after hour access to the facility.
INVITATION TO SUBMIT PROPOSAL Call for Proposal to provide consulting services for the development of a Cultural Master Plan for the Town of Sylvan Lake. The RFP will engage, communicate and couple the potential of Sylvan Lake’s art and culture to ensure a significant contribution to the Town’s community planning. The Town will receive Proposals, in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Proposal for the Development of the Cultural Master Plan for the Town of Sylvan Lake” until Friday April 15, 2016 at 1:00p.m. MST (“Tender Closing”). Faxed Proposals or Proposals submitted by email will not be accepted and will be returned to the Bidder.
Community Programs VOLUNTEER CENTRE
Volunteer Gala & Awards Evening tickets will be going on sale March 8th at the Community Centre for $20.00 per/ticket. Tickets will be on Sale until April 3rd, 2016. For further information please go to www.sylvanlake.ca.
Inquiries can be directed to: Rick Ladouceur Recreation & Culture Manager rladouceur@sylvanlake.ca 403-887-2199 Full Proposal Packages including Proposal Forms are found on The Town of Sylvan Lake’s website.
Employment Opportunities POSITION TITLE: RECREATION AND CULTURE PROGRAMMER Under the direction of the Recreation and Culture Manager, the Recreation Programmer will be responsible for the administration of all Town of Sylvan Lake Recreation programs (inclusive children, youth and adult programs) and to assist with special event activities. The incumbent provides energy, leadership and initiative in developing, growing and maintaining programs within the Town of Sylvan Lake. This is balanced with strong customer service ability, team leadership and business acumen. The development and implementation of high quality safety oriented programs. SUMMARY OF FUNCTION: • Ability to plan, implement evaluate and organized, recreational programing, sports, leagues and cultural programs for a wide variety of age groups and backgrounds. • Identify recreational needs, trends and interests of residents and plan diverse programs, leagues and cultural programming to meet the demand • Responsible for overseeing all recreational planning; assisting with program, league creation and implementation; • Planning and implementing seasonal sports programs, camps, leagues and in-house tournaments; • Educates the consumer on program offerings and articulates relevant suggestions/recommendations to customer and secure enrollment; • Assist in the content and design of promotional & marketing plans; • Identify and recruit qualified instructors & volunteers for the various programs; TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: • Diploma or Degree in Business, Recreation or a combination of experience and education or a related field would be an asset. • Two years successful experience in a Sports related business in a supervisory level position. • Good communication skills, both written and oral, along with strong customer service skills. • Experience working with recreation committees, non-profit and local businesses; • Knowledge of working with program budgets; • Experience interpreting statistics for program usage & coordination; • Experience with school/educational programs, schools, community groups and dealing with parents; • Experience in securing program sponsorship; • Provides positive feedback and recognition for solid performance by instructing team; • Able to attend required meetings and job related seminars; • Willingness and ability to work flexible hours as scheduled; • First aid certificate is a must, and Background and criminal check will be required. This is a terrific opportunity to work in a professional, team focused environment. You have a strong desire to build a team and be major contributor to the success of a vibrant and growing organization. If you are up to the challenge of taking ownership and wanting to make a difference, this is an ideal situation. We offer competitive rates and an excellent benefits package, including a wellness component. If this position intrigues you, please submit your resume in confidence specifying which position you are applying for by March 27, 2016, to: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 – 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 Attention: Human Resources Fax: (403) 887-3660 E-mail: dscott@sylvanlake.ca
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Employment Opportunities SEASONAL JOB POSTINGS POSITION TITLE: SUMMER PARKS LABORERS – 20 REQUIRED Rate of Pay - $15.12/hour May 2 – September 5, 2016 REPORTS TO: Parks Operators SUMMARY OF FUNCTION: • Assisting with maintenance of ball diamonds, soccer pitches, the skateboard park and other sport related facilities. • Assisting with parks cleanup, garbage control and park maintenance. • Painting equipment, buildings, waste containers, park benches, signs, etc. • Assisting in maintaining pathways and bridges that are associated within parks. • Landscape and grounds maintenance duties. • Assisting with flower garden maintenance and general horticultural concerns. • Assisting in preparations for community special events. • Reporting vandalism, maintenance and/or public concerns. • Assisting park users and tourists in the parks. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: • Students should have a working knowledge of small equipment, farm implements such as mowers, weed eaters, trailers, and tillers. • Because of the responsibilities of this position, students should have physical strength and ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting, up to 50 pounds (22.73 kg), as well as working with landscaping material, refuse, etc. • Because of the environment this position will be working in, the successful candidate(s) will be required to submit an original Police Information Search (criminal reference check) prior to commencement of employment. • Current Standard First Aid/CPR is required. • Because of the responsibilities, this position requires the successful candidate(s) to have a valid driver’s license and provide a driver’s abstract upon hiring. • Previous experiences working in the Parks and Recreation field is an asset.
POSITION TITLE: BEACH AMBASSADOR – 4 REQUIRED Rate of pay - $15.92/hour May 9 – Sept 5, 2016 REPORTS TO: Communications Officer SUMMARY OF FUNCTION: Under the supervision of the Communications Officer, the Beach Ambassadors will be responsible for providing friendly and positive customer service, and community & tourist information namely along the Sylvan Lake Provincial Park beach front; though throughout other areas of the community, as needed. The Beach Ambassadors will tour the beach area on a regular basis, and aid visitors by providing up-to-date and helpful information related to local businesses, parking solutions, directions, and local attractions to improve the visitor experience. They will be responsible for maintaining the Beach Ambassador Booth by keeping it clean, presentable, and stocked with brochures and pamphlets. TYPICAL DUTIES: 1. Either at the Beach Ambassador Booth, or by regularly patrolling the beach area, provide up-to-date and helpful information to all visitors related to, but not limited to: a. Special Events such as 1913 Days, Fireworks, etc. b. Town Amenities including Farmer’s Market c. Weather Conditions d. Facilities offered in the town, such as recreational, etc. e. Parking, including presence in drop off zones to improve traffic flow, provide defined parking lot maps f. Business Locations dependent on visitor requirements g. Rules around beach and park conduct h. Accommodations of all types depending on visitor requirements i. Maps of town, trails, highways, etc. j. Updates on lakeshore development, construction projects, etc. k. Business promotions and information l. Regional attractions and amenities m. Directions to other locations within Central Alberta or farther.
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2. Maintain beach cleanliness. 3. Welcome visitors and ensure the first interaction is highly positive 4. Promote the town and tourism within, and around the town. 5. Provide basic first aid to visitors, as required and as trained for. 6. Assist visitors who have special needs or disabilities, as well as those requiring particular support in accessing the park/beach. 7. Distribute brochures, flyers, and promotional information, as required or directed by Communications Officer. 8. Contact the Parks and Recreation department should the washrooms or other areas require urgent cleaning or restocking. 9. Maintain a professional appearance, and adhere to uniform requirements. 10. Information Gathering a. Conduct surveys such as visitor impressions, visitor needs, place of origin, etc., as designed by Communications Officer b. Encourage visitors to participate in information-collecting initiatives c. Record daily interaction with the public including types of inquiries received and how requests for assistance were managed 11. Contact appropriate parties such as the RCMP or Municipal Enforcement in order to provide solutions to problems incurred by visitors, i.e. lost children, alcohol use, guidance to health care facilities, etc. 12. Perform all additional duties as directed. 13. Must be able to work most weekends. 14. Provide assistance at parking lots and drop-offs, including directions, vehicle unloading help, etc. 15. Perform gardening, landscaping, and clean-up activities as directed. 16. Work cooperatively with Parks and Landscaping during inclement weather days and during May and June, as required. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRMENTS: 1. Enthusiastic, friendly, social, and outgoing personality. 2. Knowledge of town facilities, local attractions, area highways, and current events. 3. Current First Aid and CPR training. 4. Physical ability to be on feet for a complete shift. 5. Ability to work effectively in a team environment, as well as independently, or with limited supervision. 6. Excellent communication skills both written and oral. 7. Excellent public relations skills. 8. Ability to work outside in a variety of climatic conditions and be in good physical condition.
POSITION TITLE: TOURISM BOOTH CLERK – 1 REQUIRED Rate of pay - $15.92/hour May 9 – Sept 5, 2016 REPORTS TO: Communication Officer SUMMARY OF FUNCTION: Under the supervision of the Communication Officer, the Tourism Booth Clerk will be responsible for providing friendly and positive customer service to all visitors, phone callers, e-mailers, etc. who either visit, or contact the Visitor Information Centre. They will provide up-to-date and helpful information related to local businesses, parking solutions, directions, and local attractions to improve the visitor experience. They will be responsible for maintaining the Visitor Information Centre by keeping it clean, presentable, and stocked with brochures and pamphlets. The Tourism Booth Clerk will also assist in the creation and presentation of Town promotional materials. TYPICAL DUTIES: 1. Welcome visitors and ensure the first interaction is highly positive 2. Promote the town and tourism within and around the town. 3. Distribute brochures, flyers, and promotional information as required or directed by Communications Officer. 4. Maintain a professional appearance, and adhere to uniform requirements. 5. Information Gathering 6. Conduct surveys such as visitor impressions, visitor needs, place of origin, etc., as directed by Communications Officer 7. Encourage visitors to complete comment cards or guest book 8. Contact appropriate parties such as the RCMP or Municipal Enforcement in order to provide solutions to problems incurred by visitors, i.e. lost children, guidance to health care facilities, etc. 9. Perform all additional duties as directed. 10. Must be able to work most weekends. 11. Creating visually appealing displays for souvenir merchandise and brochures. 12. Collecting and recording the number of visitors and types of requests. 13. Responding to email requests for information.
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14. Maintaining cleanliness of the center at all times. 15. Selling souvenirs and ensuring daily cash records/transactions are accurate. 16. Maintaining Sylvan Lake Tourism social media sites, and support Tourism Website. 17. Act as an ambassador for the community and project an image of hospitality at all times. 18. Work closely with Beach Ambassador staff. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRMENTS: 1. Enthusiastic, friendly, social, and outgoing personality. 2. Knowledge of town facilities, local attractions, area highways and current events. 3. Current First Aid and CPR training. 4. Social Media knowledge and familiarity including Facebook, and Twitter 5. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. 6. Ability to work independently or with limited supervision. 7. Excellent communication skills both written and oral. 8. Excellent public relations and customer service skills. 9. Excellent organizational abilities 10. Accurate and precise keyboarding skills, 11. Sales and money transaction skills, 12. Some familiarity and skills with Microsoft programs.
POSITION TITLE: COMMUNITY BYLAW OFFICER - 1 POSITION REQUIRED MAY 16 – SEPTEMBER 5, 2016 REPORTS TO: Manager of Municipal Enforcement The Town of Sylvan Lake employs Community Bylaw Officers for the preservation and maintenance of the public peace, by enforcing specific Municipal Bylaws. This position supplements the work of Community Peace Officers and Police Officers, performing functions that assist in maintaining peace in the community. The Town of Sylvan Lake designates Bylaw Officers with a specific job function that includes responding to and enforcing Municipal Bylaw complaints and conducting administrative responsibilities. This position requires flexibility, discipline, professionalism, and good character. SUMMARY OF FUNCTION: • Preserving and maintaining the public peace, by enforcing Municipal Bylaws. • Investigating Municipal Bylaw complaints, and submitting reports, files, letters, and legal documents. • Performing lower risk enforcement and making frequent contact with the public. • Operating non-emergency equipment, including town vehicles, electronics, computers and radios. • Liaising and working effectively with law enforcement agencies, including the RCMP. • Liaising and working effectively with other departments of the Town of Sylvan Lake. • Attending meetings, if or when required. • Performing assigned duties, functions, and responsibilities as directed by the Manager of Municipal Enforcement. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS • A minimum age of 18 years, with a High school diploma or equivalent qualification. • Successful completion of Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Check. • Must be resourceful and show initiative. • Demonstrated proficiency in writing, verbal and communication skills. • Able to work both independently and cooperatively. • Must be able to work in a variety of conditions including flexible hours and extended periods outdoors. • Related enforcement experience would be an asset For all of the above positions, please forward a resume by April 17, 2016, indicating which position you are applying for, to: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 Attention: Human Resources Fax: (403) 887-3660, E-mail: dscott@sylvanlake.ca
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THURSDAY, MARCH 24, 2016
RCMP say beware of scammers impersonating the Canada Revenue Agency
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The RCMP and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) are warning Canadians about an ongoing scam in which taxpayers across the country receive phone calls or emails from individuals impersonating CRA employees. These people are scammers. The scammers tell taxpayers that they either owe money to the CRA or have a tax refund. Taxpayers are threatened with arrest or jail time if they do not take immediate action and provide money or personal or financial information. “The CRA takes these matters very seriously and provides substantial information to Canadians about how to protect themselves from scams undertaken using the CRA’s name. Informing yourself is particularly important during the tax filing season, when such scams peak,” said the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue. This information, including examples of real scam telephone calls and e-mails, can be easily found on the CRA web site. “Scammers are always looking for new ways to get your money or your personal information,” warns Assistant Commissioner Todd Shean, who leads the RCMP’s Federal Policing Special Services. “The RCMP works every day to track down
fraudsters and bring them to justice, but raising awareness about fraud is also important as it is one of the most effective ways of protecting Canadians from scammers. The more you know about a specific fraud, the less likely you’ll be a victim of that fraud.” The RCMP plays a crucial role in educating the public about scams, and has a number of programs in place to track fraud, including one run by the Canadian AntiFraud Centre (CAFC). The CAFC monitors all types of scams, and warns Canadians to be on the lookout for scammers during the upcoming tax season. The RCMP also works closely with the CRA to raise awareness about tax-related scams. When CRA employees call taxpayers, they follow established procedures to ensure personal information is protected. To confirm the authenticity of a call, contact the CRA by using its official telephone number for individual tax enquiries: 1-800959-8281. You can also verify your individual tax account through a secure CRA portal: My Account. If you believe you may be the victim of fraud or have given personal or financial information in error, contact your local police service and your financial institution.
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St. Patrick’s day celebrated at École Mother Teresa School BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN–HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Our Lady of the Assumption Parish hosted an Irish Stew Supper at École Mother Teresa School to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on Thursday. The room was decorated to theme and everyone wore green. Stew, buns and salad were served for dinner. The icing on the cake was children winning cakes in the cake walk. This event helped bring the catholic community together said Valerie Steckler, chair of the land and building committee at Our Lady of the Assumption Parish. There were a good number of people who showed up to enjoy the supper and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. This included many young children and young families. Steckler said they were happy with the turn out. There were many beautifully decorated cakes to be won and it was made sure that the cakes were all gone by the time the event was over. “We want to make sure people did take them home and that people did bid on our silent auction,” Steckler said. This event is first and foremost a community social event. Now that there is a need for a new parish the proceeds will go towards the funding for building a new parish. “I am hoping we maintain both of those things – keep the catholic community together and socializing and as a sideline raising some money to build our parish,” Steckler said. The catholic community in town has grown significantly and has out grown the current parish. The parish is also an older building. “We need more space and we are looking at building a hall to have more social space also,” Steckler said. The Catholic parish does own land which they plan to build a new parish upon.
Having a Bad Day? “You know it is going to be a bad day when …your horn sticks on the freeway behind the Hell’s Angels …the worst player on the golf course wants to play you for money …the boss tells you not to take your coat off …you have to sit down to brush your teeth in the morning.” You also know it is a bad day when your friends desert you and you are falsely accused, mocked and spit on. Furthermore you get punished for a crime you didn’t commit by being tied to a post and having Roman soldiers whip you with the likes of “a cat of nine tails”. The result is your back has been ripped to shreds and the pain is excruciating. Then you have a crown of thorns forced on your head and are forced to carry a cross to the place of your own execution. Finally you are nailed to that cross and hung out to dry and die. And yet we call this “Good Friday”? “Why?” Because it is the means by which God’s just judgment for our sins and the
righteousness of Christ might be granted to us believing sinners. But, I dare to say that the emotional, social and physical sufferings of Christ were the lesser part of His suffering. “Why?” Because on the cross Christ cried out in a loud voice: “My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?” (Matthew 27:46). Herein we have a glimpse of the spiritual suffering Christ endured when he took on all my sin, your sin and the world’s sin. His sinless soul endured all our inhumanity to each other including: disobedience, deceit, lust, adultery, murder, anger and abuse to list a few. And for the whole world’s transgressions. No wonder the fellowship with his Father was broken. The unimaginable happened! The Father forsook him. There was discord in the Trinity! What a bad day for Him! What a great day for us! Good Friday to you! By Pastor Jim Rilling of Alliance Community Church
GOOD FRIDAY INTER-CHURCH COMMUNITY SERVICE 11:00 am ~ Hosted at: Alliance Community Church 4404 - 47 Ave
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FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH #2-21 Beju Industrial Drive Pastor Larry Brotherton 403-505-4438 Church phone: 403-877-9634 info@lutheranchurchsylvan.com www.lutheranchurchsylvan.com
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Anglican Church Rev. Chris Roth “In Full Communion with the ELCIC.”
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Worship Services • 9:00 am & 10:45 am Senior Pastor: Rev. Kevin Haugan Associate Pastor: Rev. Jim Rilling Youth Pastor Rev. Owen Scott Children’s Ministry Coordinator: Kristine Looy
Sylvan Lake Apostolic Lutheran Church 3 miles south, 2 1/2 miles west of Sylvan Lake
Sunday School 10:00 am Church Services 11:00 am www.sylvanlakealc.org 403.887.2450
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Green And White – Deziree Hewson, 7, happily wins a cake at the Irish Stew Supper held at École Mother Teresa School to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day last Thursday. Jasmine O’Halloran–Han/Sylvan Lake News
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Students finish medieval learning in kingly fashion BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS The Grade 5 students at C.P. Blakely Elementary School have been learning about medieval culture and celebrated what they learned during a recent medieval evening. They had recently studied
11th and 12th centuries and were eager to show what they had learned. Students and teachers were dressed in theme. The night started out in the school’s gymnasium with many different medieval games such as stilt walking, sword fighting, jousting and arm wrestling.
Then it was time to head over to the Sylvan Lake Community Centre where the students and their families would wine and dine like people would have in the medieval era. The room was decorated with the artwork the students had done - as well as shields, masks, portraits of
King And Queen – C.P. Blakely Elementry School students Will Rattray and Milena Kasha sit at the head table and act as a king and queen during the school’s medieval night held at the Sylvan Lake Community Centre Thursday. Jasmine O’Halloran–Han/Sylvan Lake News
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NOTICE OF A NON-STATUTORY PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PROPOSED BYLAW NO. 1701/2016 Being a Bylaw of the Town of Sylvan Lake, Alberta to provide for the control, regulation and licensing of mobile vending businesses and performance of buskers within the Town.
kings, jokers and knights. Dinner included bread and stew and other medieval nibbles. A head table of queens and kings were seated on the stage, dressed in their finest royal attire. Guards were positioned on the stairs to ward off ‘invaders’. The head table was served their food first. A taster brought out the first plate of food and performed his duty to his disposal. The food just so happened to be poisoned and the student acted as though he was choking and pretended to die on the spot. A second taster then came
Sword Fight – Charter Foreman and Rhys Fischer-Lynn act out a sword fight as entertainment during C.P. Blakely Elementary School’s medieval night held at the Sylvan Lake Community Centre Thursday. Jasmine O’Halloran–Han/Sylvan Lake News
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WHEREAS pursuant to section 7(a) of the Municipal Government Act, a council may pass bylaws for municipal purposes respecting the safety, health and welfare of people and the protection of people and property; and
WHEREAS pursuant to section 8 of the Municipal Government Act, a council may in a bylaw: regulate or prohibit; deal with any development, activity, industry, business or thing in different ways, divide each of them into classes and deal with each class in different ways; and provide for a system of licenses, permits or approvals, including any or all of the matters listed therein; and WHEREAS Council has deemed it expedient to provide for the permitting of mobile vending units to operate and buskers to perform on public land within the Town. NOW THEREFORE Council of the Town of Sylvan Lake, Alberta, duly assembled, hereby enacts as follows: A Non-Statutory Public Hearing regarding the proposed Bylaw will be held on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Town Office at 5012 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, Alberta. All persons in favor or opposed to the Bylaw will have the opportunity to be heard. If you are unable to attend personally, written submissions must be submitted to the Municipal Office no later than 4:00 pm on the day of the hearing. If you submit comments on this bylaw, either orally or in writing, the information you provide may be recorded in the minutes of the Public Hearing, or otherwise made public, subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. A copy of the proposed Bylaw can be seen during regular office hours from 8:00 am to 11:30 am and 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm at the Town Office located at 5012 – 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, Alberta. The style of the hearing will be informal and persons wishing to speak will be requested to state their name and address for the record upon being recognized by the Chairperson. Date of first publication of this notice: March 17th, 2016 edition of the Sylvan Lake News. Date of the second publication of this notice: March 24th, 2016 edition of the Sylvan Lake News.
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in. The food she carried had not been poisoned. After eating, everyone enjoyed the acrobatics that were performed, along with sword fights. The students learned about knights, castles, food and siege stories through different writing activities. “It has been a great time of engagement for the majority of the kids,” said Grade 5 teacher, Regan Lynn. “We have discussed the pride and quality of work that we have seen from the kids. Most stuff has been really well done. It has been neat to see the kids work diligently and put forth their
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Attention All Residents & Land Developers within Sylvan Lake: The Town of Sylvan Lake is pleased to solicit your input on the proposed Off-Site Levy Policy Framework which will address the following key areas: • Exemptions from off-site levies and associated thresholds • Procedures for developer front-ending of infrastructure • Procedures for deferral of off-site levy payments • Offsetting of off-site infrastructure costs paid for by the developer against off-site levies payable • Financial management of the off-site levy reserves The purpose of the policy framework is to provide clear expectations for developers and guidelines for consistent application of the Off-Site Levy Bylaw #1666/2015. Offsite levies are the fees payable from land developers to the Town under the Municipal Government Act for the provision of transportation, water, waste water and storm water infrastructure required to service a development. Please submit your feedback via email to dbrand@sylvanlake.ca. The policy framework is available for viewing / download at www.sylvanlake.ca/public-notices Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 – 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6
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best efforts.” When learning about castles, Lynn said the children were interested to learn about their many different parts, as they had not realized there were so many. They also learned that it could take around 15 years to become a knight. “They just thought it was the castle walls but then you talk about the sieges and how they protected themselves - it’s quite ingenious,” Lynn said. “We bring a variety of different parts of the castle up to make it more informative for them.” The children learned how castles were cold and damp with their main purpose being to protect those within. Comfort wasn’t a priority. Learning how to write calligraphy style was another aspect of the medieval era the students learned and tried out for themselves. They learned about sealing the letters with wax. “Times were treacherous and that was their way of protecting their messages,” Lynn said. Overall the most valuable lesson learned was about the social inequality present during this time period, in particular the sexism that occurred. “Women were important but weren’t considered equals,” Lynn said regarding the medieval culture. “Then you had peasants who couldn’t really get into the nobility. If you were born poor, too bad for you.” “Now you can be rich, poor and have opportunities to do anything you want. Back then you really didn’t have that option. You were born into a station,” he added. Education was also discussed; including how boys were the ones who had the opportunity and that it was considered a waist of time and money to educate a noble girl. This raised a reaction in some of the girls. “I said ‘hey that’s not my message, that was the thought process back then’,” Lynn said. “Things have changed and that’s awesome but that’s just how females were viewed back then.” Lynn made sure to point out how things have changed for the better. reporter@sylvanlakenews.com
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Former Sylvan Lake resident excelling in post-secondary BY JENNA SWAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS The University of Alberta Augustana campus recently honoured a former Sylvan Lake resident with both a studio art scholarship as well as the Jason Lang Scholarship for her exemplary artistic abilities and exceptional grade point average. Christine Fontaine, who grew up in Sylvan Lake and graduated from Ecole Notre Dame High School in Red Deer, said there was a time when university seemed out of the question. However, as she finishes her third year at Augustana University in Camrose, she has not only settled into her education – she is excelling. A sociology major, with a minor in visual arts, ‌. said school hasn’t always been easy. In her early elementary and middle school years she needed an assistant to learn to read. She remembers always finding school challenging, with her school at the time thinking she may have been dyslexic. needed assistant in elementary to learn to read – school was always challenging initially the school thought she was dyslexic. “Even in high school I struggled – I would do well with class work but come test time I froze,â€? she explained. “I was very worried that I wouldn’t even be able to graduate or write the diploma exams.â€?
In her high school years she was allowed to write her exams in separate rooms in order to help quell the test anxiety she experienced. When it came time to apply for universities, she was anxious about how her condition would affect her studies at a post secondary level. She chose Augustana for the smaller class sizes, adding she hoped it would allow her more time with her professors if need be. The university required her to have a formal diagnosis in order for her to be able to test in a separate room. “I was then diagnosed after being evaluated by a psychologist who explained I have a math disability, ADD and test anxiety,â€? said ‌ “Now, after knowing why I struggled for so many years, I do really well in school - I just wish I would have figured it out sooner.â€? Despite her struggles with math and reading, the arts are where she has truly always flourished. She added the scholarships will go towards helping to pay for her studies as art classes are typically the most expensive university courses due to the supplies needed. “Ultimately, these scholarships are more than the money – they are a positive affirmation that I’m on the right path,â€? said ‌. editor@sylvanlakenews.com
EXCELLING - Former Sylvan Lake resident, Christine Fontaine was recently awarded a number of scholarships while attending Augustana University in Camrose. Photo submitted
Should the Town of Sylvan Lake require out-of-town visitors Should the Town of Sylvan Lake require out-of-town visitors to pay for parking within our waterfront commercial district? to pay for parking within our waterfront commercial district?
+LJKOLJKWV RI 3URSRVHG 3D\ 3DUNLQJ 3ODQ The Town would only require visitors from out-of-town to pay for parking. The Town would use revenue from the parking fees to maintain the downtown & waterfront area, particularly upkeep of the park spaces. Centennial Park lots, Lakeshore Drive (40 Street to 50 Street), 49 Street Couplet, and Centennial Street & 50 A St., are all currently recommended as areas for paid parking. The parking lots along the railway would remain FREE. The Paid Parking Program would only run May 15 to September 15 of each year. “Resident Only Zones� are planned for the areas known as the Cabin District & West Village, as well as homes within the downtown. Homeowners in these zones would receive residential parking passes. Pay parking is receommended for both weekdays & weekends, and would operate between the hours of 10:00 am and 9:00 pm. Hourly and Daily rates available.
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www.sylvanlake.ca/public-notices www.sylvanlake.ca/public-notices *Those unable to attend the live event, will have an opportunity to review the Pay-for-Parking Plan, and share feedback, commencing on April 1. Follow our website under “What’s Happening� for updates.
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Everything you need to know about the proposed Pay Parking Program Director of Community Services for the Town of Sylvan Lake, Ron Lebseck, shares town vision for parking program BY JENNA SWAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS With the open house for the proposed Pay Parking Program approaching on March 30 from 2-7 p.m. at the Municipal Building, Sylvan Lake News staff asked Director of Community Services, Ron Lebseck to tell us everything Laker’s need to know before attending. SL News: Ron, what can you tell us about the history behind and the reasons why the Town of Sylvan Lake wanted to implement a Pay Parking Program? “I think the rational really goes back to the upkeep and maintenance of the downtown. We do have so many visitors from out of town coming that we don’t see it as strictly a Town’s or resident’s responsibility. One way to generate some revenue to back into the downtown maintenance, for things like landscaping and up keeping Centennial Park, is to ask visitors to pay for parking and help cover some of the cost of that. What else can you tell us about where that money is going and how much revenue will be generated? “We have estimated somewhere between $120150,000 a year in revenue per year and the pay off for the program is estimated to
be somewhere in year four or five then the majority of the revenue will start going towards maintenance and upkeep of the downtown and the rest will go towards maintenance and upkeep of the Pay Parking Program itself.” With this specific proposed Pay Parking Program, will residents be paying for parking in the downtown or Centennial Park areas? “No, the one we are proposing right now will see residents be able to register their license plates with the Town. All residents will be able to have free parking in those downtown parking zones.” What will be the proposed pay parking rates and hours associated with them for visitors? “Pay parking rates would be $1.50 per hour or $7 a day from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., 7 days a week. This program would be in affect from May 15 – Sept .15 each year. So again, just looking at that tourism season for the downtown.” I see the Town also lists a maximum of three hours parking for both visitors and residents, what can you tell us about that? “Yes, that’s for in the downtown core but if you
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are in the Centennial Park lot you can park all day, but on street parking in the downtown is limited to three hours.” In addition to the proposed Pay Parking Program there has also been talk of the Residential Permit Parking Zones, where did the decision to implement the zones come from? “The rationale behind that is simply that if we charge for parking on the street in the downtown area then the natural reaction is that visitors will just move over a block and park in the residential area on the streets. Residents in the Cottage, Downtown, and West Village will register their license plates with us. They will have two parking permits issued per residence at no charge. If they do need or require more, they can purchase an additional two per residence. They will be given
a tag with a code on it to hang from their vehicle mirror. There would be no parking allowed in those areas except for residents and their guests if they have the passes on their mirrors.” What does the Town hope to see at the Open House being held on March 30? “We are proposing the program as it sits right now and we are hoping to get feedback from the public on that. Do they like all of the parts of the residential parking program? Is there something we missed or should change? Do they like what we’ve suggested and what else might residents recommend? This still has to go back to Town Council before it is finalized, as this is the proposed program. Following the Open House there will also be an online survey circulated with 4-6 questions.”
Ron Lebseck - Director of Community Services, Town of Sylvan Lake For more information on the proposed Pay Parking Program or the Residential
Parking Zones Program visit www.sylvanlake.ca. editor@sylvanlakenews.com
Comedian Ken Valgardson set to visit H.J. Cody for fundraising event BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Ken Valgardson, internationally acclaimed comedian will be visiting H.J. Cody School April 8 at 7 p.m., to make a crowd of adults and teenagers laugh their faces off. Valgardson is a retired school teacher and keeps his acts clean yet hilarious. Alana Routhier, Rotarian and coordinator for H.J. Cody Interact Club said Valgardson is the perfect comedian for the event because he keeps it clean enough for students. “He makes fun of a lot of real life situations,” Routheir said. “It’s not vulgar which is necessary when you have
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kids. It’s appropriate for Grade 9 and up.” “I have seen him a couple times and he is really awesome,” she added. Routhier said the club wanted to do a big evening event and thought it would be fun to bring in a comedian. “It’s awesome,” she said. “He is going to be hilarious. It’s a really good date night. It’s a lot of fun and supports a worthy cause.” This event is a fun way to fundraise with proceeds going towards building a school in a developing country as part of the Free The Children campaign. Students have raised around $2,000of their goal and are working to raise another $8,000. If the students have to continue to raise money next year they will. Tickets are $25 and are available at the school’s main office. The night will start off with a pre-show, run by the H.J. Cody Interact club. Guests can enjoy some Hors D’oeuvres and bid on silent auction items. reporter@sylvanlakenews.com
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• Sylvan Lake AA meetings. Tuesdays 7:30 pm Lions Hall; Sundays 8 pm Presbyterian Church (north door). For more information call male 403-887-4470, 403-588-5491 or female 403-887-4297.
• Wednesday, March 30, Sylvan Lake seniors Bus to Argyll Casino, Edmonton. Leaves at 8:30 am. Phone Joan 403-887-7614. • Bibles for Grads Committee needs name submissions for all Grade 12 students living in the Sylvan Lake area. Please contact Naomi Hilman at 887.5058 with names so that the committee can have Bibles engraved for the ceremony and dinner in April. • The annual meeting for the 19th year of the Red Deer Ramblers Hiking Club will be held Wednesday April 6, 2016 at Kerry Wood Nature Centre 6300 45 Ave. Red Deer. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. to buy memberships, see displays and photos. Memberships are $10 per person or $20 per family. The Red Deer Ramblers Hiking Club are a non-profit hiking club who meet in Red Deer and do scheduled hikes including the mountains and other areas. For more information contact Bertha at 403-343-8126 or email rdramblers@gmail.com • Volkssport is coming to Central Alberta. The new walking club will hold an organizational meeting on Monday April 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the Golden Circle in Red Deer, 4620 47a Ave. For more information contact Connie Simmons 403 309 5589. • Volunteer Appreciation Open House Wednesday, April 13 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Sylvan Lake Seniors Lodge, 4620-47 Ave. All Ages event with Flashback Freddy entertaining from 1:30-2:30 p.m. and refreshments to follow.
• Sylvan Lake Al-Anon (for families and friends of alcoholics) 8 pm Sundays, Presbyterian Church (north door), Kathy 403-8874470 or Robyn 403-887-2961. • Narcotics Anonymous meetings Thursday nights at 7:30 pm at Sylvan Lake Bethany Care, 4700 47th Ave. • T.O.P.S. weight loss support group meets at St. Mary’s and
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• First Sunday every month Sylvan Lake Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary breakfast at the Legion. 4916 50 Ave. 9 am to 1 pm. Everyone welcome. • Welcome Wagon: If you are new to the area, have a new baby, are a bride to be, new grandparent, or new executive/ business professional you may be eligible to request a basket. Contact the organization online at www.welcomewagon.ca VOLUNTEERS WANTED • Sylvan Lake Meals on Wheels is looking for drivers Monday - Friday. Contact Candis at 403 887 2555 ext. Kitchen.
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St. Timothy’s Anglican Church Hall every Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m. Anyone welcome. Please call Joanne at 403887-5200 for more info. WEEKLY EVENTS • Mondays - Toastmasters Sylvan’s Slick Speakers meeting at Sylvan Lake Alliance Church, 4404 47 Ave. from 7-8:15 pm. Our club is open to everyone wishing to improve their communication and leadership skills. For info call Shawn Palm at 403-887-2577. •• At the Seniors Centre: Mondays-Wii bowling;
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• Fridays - Meat draw at the Sylvan Lake Legion beginning at 6:30 p.m. MONTHLY EVENTS • First Wednesday of every month - 55+ Club Potluck at Sylvan Lake Legion starting at 12 noon. Jam session to follow. Everyone Welcome. • First Wednesday every month - The first Wednesday of every month is devoted to teen art projects at the Library! Everything from baked clay art to graffiti! 4-5 p.m. See you there!
• Light Haven Wellness Retreat Society is looking for volunteers to assist in establishing a community based wellness centre for cancer patients and their supports. The main goal of this organization is to ensure that no one has to face cancer alone. If you are interested in volunteering please email: info@lighthaven.ca • Sylvan Lake Seniors Bus looking for volunteer drivers. Call Don at 403-864-2230 or Rae 403-887-6226 • Volunteers are required for Friends of the Library
committee. Do you enjoy the library? Would you like to make a difference? We are looking for enthusiastic friends to support the library in many different ways. Please join us and have fun, meet like-minded people, volunteer and feel good about supporting a service that benefits everyone in the community! Call Debbie at 403-887-0968. • Are you organized and dedicated and want to be part of a great team? Veterans Voices of Canada is now searching for volunteers to fill a variety of volunteer positions within our organization. Be a part of our upcoming annual events and tributes such as our Veteran Appreciation Day and Flags of Remembrance. Also needed are interview transcribers and committee members. Help us in our mission of keeping history alive by volunteering with us. Thanks in advance. Contact us at info@vetvoicecan.org. GROUPS & ACTIVITIES • Sylvan Lake Quilters Guild meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at the Seniors Centre at 7 p.m. New members welcome. For information, please contact Joyce Thrush at 403-887-3287. • C.H.I.P.S - Children’s Indoor Play Space is a non-structured playtime for children 0-5 years old. Riding, climbing and bouncing toys provided and parents and caregivers can socialize. Mondays 9-11am, Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30-11:30am, Thursdays 12:30-2:30pm at the community centre. Contact Kari for info 403-392-0323.
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The three C’s of having a better life
BY SCOTT MCDERMOTT SYLVAN LAKE NEWS COLUMNIST
I am willing to bet you have a bunch of wonderful dreams for what your life should look like - just like me. I would wager that you imagine great things in everything from the stuff
you want to get done this week, to all the things you hope your family will achieve someday, to what you will do when you can finally retire and so much more. A great job you love, a wonderful home, amazing vacations, a fantastic healthy body, supportive friends and all that good stuff. I bet some people reading this even have all of that going on… gosh…. I sure hope so. You give the rest of us hope! If like me, you aren’t there yet, then I know there are some things we could all do better. While at a conference this weekend, one of my favourite speakers/ writers, Craig Ballantyne said some pretty power-
ful stuff that I would like to expand on. Like any conference, I take a tonne of notes and I can hardly wait to get home and share all that I have learned with my clients, friends and people like you. I love going to conferences for that very reason. One of my favourite sayings is from Einstein, ‘The same mind that created the problem, cannot solve the problem.’ This is why I have a business coach, a triathlon coach and a nutrition accountability partner to help me see things I cannot see. The first ‘C’ is control. To succeed in life, you need to control the things you can. The list
of these is long, but powerful. You can control when you go to bed and when you get up and that is SO important as adults. We tend to think it only applies to young children, but that is not true. Last year training for the world championships, I started to regulate my bed time and waking time. I stopped working really late and hitting that useless, stupid snooze button. I have never had such a profound improvement in my performance and recovery. We can also control what we eat and that too is critical. Eat a good breakfast that has proteins, fats and carbs - every morning. Start the day right with fuel for your brain and your body. You can
control that. You can choose to eat well every morning. If you also choose to prepare food once a week and have it ready to bring with you, then you can control your meals all day. That will skyrocket your success. Drink water, avoid junk food, go to your workout - all things you can control. The next ‘C’ is cope. This comes to coping with the things you cannot control. There are lots of these on a daily basis. You cannot control other people, the weather, traffic, things breaking, what people say on Facebook that isn’t true and a whole list of stuff. You just need to be strong enough to cope with those things. Tackle them one at a time as best you can, delegate or
ask for help and just get through it. Finally we have the third ‘C’, which is concentrate. This one is my favourite. Concentrate on who you want to be. Stay focused on what matters to you, where you want to go in life and what decisions will take you in the right direction. Make choices that take you where you want to go and keep you on your path. Of course, in order to do this, it helps to have a vision of your future and I highly recommend you do that. For example, if someone wants you to go out and eat a bunch of crap or drink a bunch, is that really who you want to be? If not,then make a choice. Happy Training! Scott
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Children and seniors team up for bowling tournament BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Six teams got together for a junior and senior bowling tournament at Railside Bowl on Monday. The six teams included one junior bowler and one senior bowler playing together as a team. The tournament is typically held once a year – usually towards the end of March. There are usually 10 teams in this tournament. People come from as far away as Eckville. With the recent snowy conditions, only six teams made it. There were first, second and third prizes from local restaurants who sponsored the tournament. Numbers for the junior bowlers are down this year. Next year the league hopes to up the numbers said Sylvan Lake senior bowling president, Cinzia Cappella. The junior bowling league is open and accepting children ages five to 18 years old. The league meets Monday nights at Railside Bowl. The seniors meet Tuesday afternoons. “We thought we would do it on a Monday night since it was convenient for the kids to come out and their parents are the ones that have to drive them,” Cappella said.
The tournament was a blast and Cappella said the children love bowling with the seniors, especially when they get a higher score than the seniors do. “The children feel really important, we have had a few here that have had strikes,” said Cappella. The tournament also provides a good learning opportunity. The seniors enjoyed spending time with the children and teaching them different skills. Cappella said the seniors gave encouragement to the children. The children get advice from the seniors on how to bowl that may be different than how they have been taught by a coach in the past. When bowling with the children, the seniors may see how they have gotten some bad habits over the years that they may need to fix. Cappella said, “They love getting the high fives from someone other than their coach it means a lot to them.” The tournament is meant to be fun more than competitive and that is exactly what it turned out to be. “It’s not that they are here for the prize, that’s not all they are looking at,” Cappella said. “A lot of the kids love being able to share stories with the seniors that don’t normally hang out with them.” reporter@sylvanlakenews.com
FAMILY FUN – Sylvan Lake senior bowling president Cinzia Cappella bowls with four year old Sophia New during a tournament at Railside Bowl on Monday. Jasmine O’Halloran–Han/Sylvan Lake News
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Hockey Exploration now offered as option class at École Mother Teresa BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Grade 8 and 9 students were on the ice mid day last Friday fine-tuning their hockey skills. The hockey exploration option, offered at École Mother Teresa School, teaches 14 students different hockey skills, two of those students being girls. The majority of these children have played competitive hockey this season. Being on the ice during school time has helped these children to be better players on their different teams, some in town, some in Red Deer. Teacher of the program Jordan Koopmans said the students really enjoy it. His aim was to offer a variety of activities on and off the ice to help his students develop into whole athletes. “The on ice focuses on their individual skills like skating, stick handling and shooting,” Koopmans said. “The off ice is offering the yoga, dry land training, breaking down game clips and specific skills - they develop as a whole athlete.” Students also do other assignments where they analyze hockey to see the whole picture, not just on the ice. It is Koopmans aim to develop the students into not just hockey players but into whole student athletes. This includes putting a high focus on school. “If they are falling behind in class or if they are missing assignments, that does take precedence,” Koopmans said. The students are also learn leadership and time management skills. “It’s a short period of time to get changed and get onto the ice,” Koopmans said. “They are making sure they have all their equipment, getting changed quickly and they are completing all their work.” This is the first semester the program
has run and it has been highly successful. Koopmans said he has had a lot of great feedback from parents and students. Zach Jurak, 14, is one of the boys in the program. He played on the Sylvan Lake Bantam ‘A’ Lakers this season. He said it is really fun getting some extra ice time in, adding they’ve learned a lot and they get to do yoga - which he finds really fun. “I’ve learned how to properly stretch, properly eat on game days and proper nutrition,” he said. “Out here I am becoming an all around better player.” Jurak has learned about carbohydrates, protein and how long it takes for foods to digest. He also learned how not to have undigested food in his stomach while playing as well as how to get the most energy out of the food he eats. The reason why players don’t want to have undigested food in their stomachs during a game is because they don’t have anything to build energy off of. The food just sits in their stomach as extra weight. During on ice training Jurak said they practice their shooting, passing, skating and other skills they might use in a game. “My skating has gotten better, my shooting is harder, passing is better, getting more assists and more points,” he said. Elizabeth Fonda, 14, played on the West Central Wildcats this year and said she has had a great experience in the program. “It’s a great opportunity, you get to mix with everybody else,” she said. “I am on a girls team, but I like playing with the boys more than the girls.” She said she loves the competitiveness of hockey and that it can be a rough sport to play. “I have learned different drills, different techniques and more shots,” she said. “I have gotten better on my slap shot. It has
Hockey – École Mother Teresa School student Jordan Karcha pratices his hockey skills in the hockey exploritory programoffered at the school Friday at the NexSource Centre. Jasmine O’Halloran–Han/Sylvan Lake News
given me more confidence. When I am on a breakaway I know what I can do and all my options.” Principal of the school Jodi Smith said the Hockey Exploratory option is about not only gaining new skills but also about being a part of a community and looking at all of the aspects of being a great athlete. “We look at creating a well rounded athlete,” Smith said. “You also have to be well rounded and know other sports as well. Jordan has done a great job about making it more than just on ice time.” A sports psychologist was also brought
in to talk about the mental game and the reality of any sport. The students have also learned to be a good sport when they are gifted at something and not to be arrogant about it. “These are gifts from God,” Smith said. “We are blessed with the gifts that we have and it’s about being humble and also being really helpful.” With the success of this program hopes are to expand the program to Grades 6 to 9 in the fall and winter semesters next year. reporter@sylvanlakenews.com
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Atom AA Lakers – Atom AA Lakers team completed their regular hockey season took home the Zone 4 Champion for 2016. They recently journey to Provincials in Bonnyville where they were defeated in the semi-finals. Team players include Mathis Perron, Aiden Komarniski, Keith McInnis, Annalisa Trieber, Matthew Nielson, Jacob Selent, Dylan Ruff, Logan Yanick, Landon Green, Caleb Hadland, Jaxon Junk, Bode Dakin, Zachery Welsh, Jakob Weimer, Talon Brigley, Ethan Gress and Carlin Liivam. Photo Submitted BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS The Sylvan Agencies Atom AA Lakers
played their semi-final game against Stony Plain Predators in Bonnyville last weekend during Provincials losing 6-1. In reflection of the game Lakers head
coach Zenon Komarniski said the team didn’t get the results they wanted but they still played well. “The score didn’t indicate the game but none the less we lost the game and the season is over,” Komarniski said. Even though the score ended up in the Predators favour the Lakers controlled the game. “Usually when you control the play that much you would anticipate a 4-3 game or 5-3 game, not a 6-1 spread,” Komarniski said. “We just ran into a goalie who stopped most of our shots.” This is why he said the score doesn’t reflect on how hard his players were working to score goals. “The score didn’t reflect at all the effort in the game,” Komarniski said. “I thought we out worked them, but we just couldn’t get the puck in the net.” The players, coaches and parents were all excited to have journey to the Hockey Alberta 2016 Provincial Championship games. In the game against the Predators they worked as hard as they could for 60 minutes to try and win. “They gave it everything they had right from the drop of the puck,” Komarniski said. “They did everything they possibly could and that’s all you can ask for.” Komarniski said at the end of the game
when the players were in the dressing room not one player was upset and in tears which he said is a good sign. “The kids played their hardest, the best they can and that’s all you can ask of them,” Komarniski said. “I wouldn’t say they were okay with losing, but I think they were okay with the effort they put in right until the end of the game.” Throughout the whole season Komarniski said they were a great group of athletes to coach. He said he and the coaching staff asked a lot of the players this year. With half of the team being first year players, it was a lot for them to take but they still managed to do extremely well. “It’s just a great group of kids,” Komarniski said. “Five or six months goes by really quickly when you’re playing every week. The reality is you’re practicing once, maybe twice a week. They did the best they could and we couldn’t have asked for anything better.” “As coaching staff we did the best we could to lay a foundation for success,” he added. “The players executed it to the best of their abilities and hats off to them for their work effort.” reporter@sylvanlakenews.com
Minor ball getting set for another season BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS The minor ball season kicked off with the registration night recently. The season starts in the beginning of May and goes till the end of June, giving children time to play ball in the summer sun. The bulk of the registrations took place during the recent sign up night but there will be more people registering all the way up to
the deadline, April 3, sometimes even past the deadline. For those registering after the deadline will try to be accommodated. “We have seen a huge increase in numbers which is really good,” said diamond coordinator for the Sylvan Lake Minor Ball Association, Chris Levac. Last season there were 26 teams, with 20 teams in the season before that. Levac estimates this year the association will see about
the same number of teams as what last year had. He said it is one of the more affordable sports to play in. “It’s fun and it gets you out of the house,” Levac said. “Baseball isn’t as competitive and aggressive as some other sports, it’s a lot of fun.” Now Levac faces the challenge of coordinating ball games in what seams to be limited diamond availability. The association has some access to playing at the dia-
SYLVAN LAKE MINOR FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION 2016 REGISTRATION NIGHT Wednesday April 6, 2016, 7-8 pm H.J.Cody School Common Area
monds at the Four Season’s Park, and the elementary and middle schools in town. Levac said the biggest goal this year is seeing if another diamond can be made. “Our town needs more diamonds,” Levac said. “Last year with 26 teams my plate was pretty full with trying to accommodate everybody.” Getting another diamond would be a huge help for the
association. Everything else is currently looking good Levac said. He also said that more coaches are always being sought out. This is why the registration forms ask if parents are willing to help coach. “People are very helpful and donate their time and energy,” Levac said. “Parents helping out with coaching
when a coach can’t make it. There’s usually a parent that steps up to help out. It’s a very strong organization.” Sponsors are also being sought out for the Tee Ball and Rookie teams. Registration forms can be found online at http://www. sylvanlakeminorball.ca. reporter@sylvanlakenews.com
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TAKE NOTICE THAT on March 18, 2016 an order was made for service on you of a Petition to the Court issued from the Nelson Registry of the Supreme Court of British Columbia in proceeding number NEL-S-H-19107 by way of this advertisement. In the proceeding, the Petitioner claims the following relief against you: 1. A declaration that a mortgage (the “Mortgage”) dated December 16, 2008, which was registered in the Nelson Land Title Office on December 22, 2008 under number CA1006602, is a charge on the lands and premises located at ,Strata Lot 2, Kootenay Lake Village, Proctor, British Columbia, more particularly described as: Parcel Identifier No. 027-735-869 Strata Lot 2 District Lot 873 Kootenay District Strata Plan NES3578 together with an interest in the Common Property in proportion to the Unit Entitlement of the Strata Lot as shown on Form V (the “Lands”) ranking in priority to the interests in the Lands of the Respondents and the heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns of the Respondents and all persons claiming by, through, or under them, except the interests in the Lands of the Respondent, The Owners Strata Corporation NES3578 which rank in priority to the Mortgage under the British Columbia Strata Property Act (the “Strata Priority Charges”).
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2. A declaration that the Mortgage is in default. 3. A summary accounting of the amount of money due and owing to the Petitioner pursuant to the Mortgage, and a declaration of the amount of money required to redeem the Lands (the “Amount Required to Redeem”). 4. An order that the last date for redemption of the Mortgage be set. 5. An order that, if the Lands are not redeemed, the Petitioner shall be at liberty to apply for an order absolute, and on pronouncement of an order absolute, then the Respondents and the heirs executors, administrators, successors, and assigns of the Respondents, and all persons claiming by, through, or under them shall be foreclosed of all right, title, interest, estate and equity of redemption in and to the Lands, except the Strata Priority Charges, and shall immediately deliver to the Petitioner vacant possession of the Lands. 6. An order that the Lands be listed for sale, and that the Petitioner have exclusive conduct of sale. 7. Judgment in favour of the Petitioner against the Respondents, STEVEN JAMES BOOTH and MANDY SHIRLEY BOOTH. And such further relief as set out in the petition. You must file a response to petition within the period required under the Supreme Court Civil Rules failing which further proceedings, including judgment, may be taken against you without notice to you. You may obtain, from the Nelson Court Registry, at 320 Ward Street, Nelson, BC a copy of the Petition to the Court and the order providing for service by this advertisement. This advertisement is placed by the Petitioner, Kootenay Savings Credit Union whose address for service is: c/o Ryan R.W. Sookorukoff, Thompson, LeRose & Brown, Suite 202 – 605 20th Street, Castlegar, BC V1N 2P2, Fax: 250-365-7730.
Left: Crowned – École Our Lady of the Rosary School Jayda Gouldhawke is Irish Princess for St. Patrick’s Day last Thursday. Right: Shamrock Hat – École Our Lady of the Rosary School student Matea Gajardo celebrates St. Patrick’s Day in wearing her green hat Thursday. Bottom: Rosary and St. Patrick’s Day – École Our Lady of the Rosary School students practiced praying with their rosaries while wearing green to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day last Thursday. Photos by Jasmine O’Halloran–Han Sylvan Lake News
THURSDAY, MARCH 24, 2016
SYLVAN LAKE NEWS 23
RCMP News Release: March 5th – March 11th
March 5th 8:40 a.m. – RCMP received a report of a stolen vehicle on Hallgren Drive in Sylvan Lake. A 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe was reported stolen in the overnight hours from a garage. The keys were kept in the garage and a purse inside the vehicle was also stolen. 9:56 p.m. – A noise complaint was reported at a residence on Ross Close in Sylvan Lake. A group of youths were reportedly consuming alcohol and causing a disturbance. The party was shut down and a 15-year-old female was issued a fine under the Sylvan Lake noise bylaw. 11:39 p.m. – Police attended a bonfire in Lacombe County. The fire was located at a bridge on Range Road 12 at Township Road 400. The party was dispersed and the fire extinguished without incident. March 6th 2:01 p.m. – A snowmobile was stolen from an address in Norglenwold. A 2014 Polaris was taken from the front yard of the complainant’s property. There were no witnesses to the incident. March 8th 2:22 a.m. – RCMP were dispatched to a complaint of an intoxicated driver leaving a liquor establishment on 46th Street in Sylvan Lake. Police located the vehicle and the 42-year-old male driver was arrested at the scene for signs of impairment. The Sylvan Lake resident was subsequently charged with possession of crystal meth and transporting liquor within easy reach of the occupant. March 9th 1:06a.m. – A resident of Eckville escaped injury after he followed his own stolen vehicle. A 2003 Ford F250 truck was taken from an address on 54th Avenue. The owner followed the truck in his car from Highway 766 up to Highway 53 near Range Road 30 where the suspect then proceeded to ram the victim’s car disabling it. The stolen truck was recovered a short time later
after being abandoned in a ditch. 10:12 a.m. – A report of a suspicious vehicle on Hallgren Drive in Sylvan Lake resulted in RCMP attendance. A 21-year-old male was located smoking marijuana in his vehicle. A 24 hour suspension was issued. The male was also charged with possession of marijuana under 30 grams. 8:16 p.m. – A 911 call was received of a domestic dispute in progress in Bentley. Police were called to an address on 53 Avenue
Close after a 27-year-old female reported that she had been assaulted inside the residence and wanted him removed. A 30-yearold Bentley male has been charged with assault. March 10th 4:30a.m. – A two vehicle collision on Highway 20 near Memorial Trail has resulted in charges against a 25-year-old Sylvan Lake female. A complainant advised that another female had rear-ended her vehicle while both vehicles were in transit southbound on Highway 20. Police attend-
ed and arrested the suspect driver at the scene. She is charged with impaired driving; having a blood alcohol level over .08; and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle. 11:15 a.m. – A 39-yearold Penhold male is facing charges in relation to breaches of a peace bond. A 31-year-old female advised police that she had been receiving communications from her ex-spouse which was in contravention of his conditions. He is charged with two counts of disobeying a court order.
2:36 p.m. – RCMP received a complaint of vandalism at the Bentley Hall. The building had been spray painted with various profanities. The incident occurred sometime in the overnight hours. March 11th 9:28 a.m. – A 2013 Jeep Wrangler was stolen from an address in Sylvan Lake. The incident occurred outside an address on Forest Drive. A key to the vehicle is believed to have been under the vehicle at the time of the incident. 10:28 p.m. – An impaired
driving complaint originating out of the Blackfalds area has resulted in charges against a 27-yearold Sylvan Lake male. The erratic driving pattern of the accused was tracked to Highway 11 near Sylvan Lake where the driver was stopped. The male is facing several charges including impaired driving; having a blood alcohol level over .08; driving an uninsured motor vehicle; failing to remain at the scene of a collision; and illegal consumption of alcohol in a vehicle.
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THURSDAY, MARCH 24, 2016