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Homicides, property crimes and robberies increase in Red Deer BY ERIN FAWCETT Express staff
Red Deer’s new officer in charge said the Red Deer area has unique challenges when it comes to combating crime as statistics show homicides, property crimes and robberies continue to increase. “Certainly the economic situation isn’t helping,” said Supt. Ken Foster. “It is a transient area and it’s a population and area where when there’s money, there’s lots of money, but with that comes the social ills and addictions. When there’s no money, the social ills and addictions don’t go away. So they have to be fed somehow, which is sad.” Foster added a challenge is how to get people off that roller coaster. “It’s not just a policing issue, it’s not just a health issue, it’s not just an education issue,” he said. “The challenge is that - if you remove a whole bunch of those addiction issues and social issues, you can eliminate an awful lot of crime - not some of the
hardcore stuff with the biker gangs and things like that, but you eliminate that and you go a long way in freeing up resources to work on other things.” Foster said it is a challenge that takes a collaborative approach. “The upside of that is there is a real appetite here for that. Folks are really interested in getting involved in doing some of that stuff and that is an exciting movement to be part of,” he said. “But these are not fixes that will happen in six months or a year; some of these are generational fixes that take time and a sustained effort.” On Tuesday, the City of Red Deer released the third quarter crime stats of 2016 which shows that property crimes and robberies continue to drive the overall increase in Criminal Code offenses, while persons crimes remain consistent with last year and traffic collisions decreased in both injury and property damage categories. “We have seen right across the province there has been an increase in crime. The coun-
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try this year suffered the first up-tick in the Crime Severity Index with Alberta leading the way,” said Foster. “The increase in property crimes is consistent across the province and beyond, and our Project Pinpoint crime reduction strategy targets those individuals who are responsible for much of that increase in Red Deer. Our focus is on identifying prolific criminals, problem addresses and crime hot spots and putting career offenders before the courts in higher numbers than ever.”
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New conductor joins RDC’s Symphonic Winds Karen Gustafson has enjoyed a long and varied career in music BY MARK WEBER Express staff
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here is a new conductor at the helm of Red Deer College’s Symphonic Winds concert band. “We are very pleased to have Karen Gustafson take on the conductor role, following Steve Sherman’s retirement,” said Jason Frizzell, dean, School of Creative Arts. “Dr. Gustafson has taught at universities throughout Canada and the United States, and she has extensive performance experience, so she brings a wealth of experience to lead the Symphonic Winds and to teach in our school.” For Gustafson, a passion for music came early. “I grew up in Saskatoon, and I started playing in band when I was in Grade 6,” she recalls. “I loved it - and I’ve always loved music. So playing in the band just seemed like the right thing to do.” Her instrument of choice? The trumpet. “I’ve now been a professional trumpet player for over 40 years,” she said. “It’s always a challenge - every day is a new day,” she said of the instrument’s uniqueness. “It’s like you have to build a new house everyday.” Looking back, when it came time to choose an area of study for post-secondary, she opted for computer science and mathematics. “I realized after about my second year that that wasn’t really my calling,” she added with a laugh. “So then, I went into music.” From then on, her focus was squarely on honing her skills and delving further into the world of music, and of learning to increasingly express herself via music as well. “The love of music won out.” So she transferred from the University of Saskatchewan to the University of Victoria to earn her bachelors degree in trumpet performance. Then it was off to Toronto. “I then got a position at the Royal Conservatory in the Royal Conservatory Orchestra where I did an orchestral training program,” she said. “It was a paid program through the Canadian government, which was terrific.” Another wonderful event that came about during that time was that she met current Red Deer Symphony Orchestra music director Claude Lapalme there as well. “He was the assistant conductor of the orchestra there,” she said, adding that when she landed her new position at RDC this past summer, he was one of the first people she called with the good news. But back to those earlier days. Gustafson went on to join the NEW LEADER - Dr. Karen Gustafson has been named the new conductor of the Symphonic Winds concert band. photo submitted Niagara Symphony Orchestra. “I then decided to go and do my master’s degree.” She headed she said. “This position was offered to me, and it was right up was drawn to RDC. “The school format here allows the different avenues of arts to down to Chicago’s Northwestern University for further studies, my alley.” and then returned to Toronto where she taught and The couple just settled in Red Deer this past work together, and this is important for students to learn now, as continued to play for many years. they’ll be able to apply this to their future careers.” August. ▾ Gustafson is also looking forward to connecting with the larger It was also during this season in her life that she Gustafson and her husband also belong to a “I’VE ALWAYS SAID community. found that she truly loved to teach in the post-secgroup called the Borealis Brass. TO MY STUDENTS “Central Alberta really is ‘band central’ in Canada,” she said. “There ondary setting as well. “We have toured all over the world - Australia, AND MY FRIENDS She earned her doctorate at the University of Japan, Porto Rico, Italy and Germany. We also do are so many bands in schools and in the community. As the new conTHAT MUSIC IS A Minnesota so that she would be able to see that residencies at a university in Malaysia,” she said. ductor for Symphonic Winds, I certainly feel there is a lot of support, dream realized. “I completed a double degree in “We’ve performed concert tours all over, and we and I look forward to giving back through community collaboration.” WAY TO EXPRESS trumpet and in conducting.” love it. It’s also just something in me, I love traveling, That includes touching base with local schools, too. “Or having the MYSELF IN A WAY That led to a full-time teaching gig in Oklahoma. I love exploring and I love being adventurous.” schools come to us so we could do some educational concerts. THAT I CAN’T But the north was calling, and she headed up to Meanwhile, the Symphonic Winds is made “I think this group has a lot of potential to make it big in Central POSSIBLY DO Alaska - where she also met her husband. up of students, community members and RDC Alberta.” Looking to the future, Gustafson is excited about taking on her “He’s actually the one who hired me,” she added. staff and faculty. THROUGH WORDS.” Gustafson is thrilled to be settling into her new new role as conductor, trumpet instructor and instructor for a “He’s a trombone player - and he was a professor of the trombone and a conductor. So when I got Karen Gustafson role, and has an exciting vision for the Winds as variety of music courses. there, I thought maybe I’d stay for one year, but I they move forward. “I’ve always said to my students and my friends that music is ▴ ended up staying for 12 years. Her husband, James “I’ve always believed that it’s so important for a way to express myself in a way that I can’t possibly do through Bicigo, had called Alaska home for 18 years and Gustafson had musicians to be versed in many different genres. For the students, words,” she explained. “I can say things that are meaningful, and in particular, learning these skills is a big part of their growth that hopefully mean things to people through my playing or stayed for 12. And then it was time for a change. “When I got this position in Red Deer, we felt we had been in and development,” she said, adding that this diversity and the conducting to make it a heartfelt experience.” mark.weber@reddeerexpress.com Alaska long enough and I had wanted to come back to Canada,” opportunities for collaboration were some of the reasons she
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Provincial conservatives talk policy at convention BY MARK WEBER Express staff
Provincial Progressive Conservatives met in Red Deer this past weekend for the 2016 Policy Convention & Special General meeting. “After the election loss, we did a total 360 about where the party was and what we needed to do,” explained Katherine O’Neill, PC Alberta president. “We didn’t even have a policy book. Because we were in government so long, what was being passed in the legislature was considered basically our policy book. “But the party members didn’t have policy book that they worked on.” O’Neill said last weekend was the culmination in ways of the work that has gone towards developing party policy since then. “They held regional policy meetings across the province and talked about what is important to Albertans - the economy, the environment, education and health care - and they talked about what also would be good policy areas that we should be working on.” From there, the policy was essentially pushed up to last weekend’s meeting where the delegates voted on it.
“It’s really exciting, because the last time we met was 2013 for a policy conference, and 300 people went to it,” she said. This time around, 850 were in attendance. There were also a number of workshops on topics including fiscal responsibility, health care, education and rural issues among others. “For me, being the party president, that tells me that we are on the right track, that we are listening to people, that people want to be engaged and that when we give them a place to come, they come,” she said, adding on top of that, the ongoing leadership race is also helping to bolster momentum as well. The leadership election is set for March 18th, 2017 in Calgary. A leadership forum was held last Saturday evening which attracted 1,200 people as well. “They talked about everything from the carbon tax to Bill 6,” she said, adding that concept of unifying the right also surfaced. “I’m on the record having said that it’s up to our membership to make these decisions,” she said. Meanwhile, O’Neill said some people had asked why the policy convention was happening prior to the leadership selection. “We made the very conscious decision that
no - the leader won’t define the party like it has been in the past,” she explained. “We want to be at the table making the decisions.” That way, following the leadership convention it will be very clear where the party is heading, she said, adding with changes that have made to the process, every single riding will have equal say on who the party selects as its next leader. “We needed to make sure there were more people at the table making these decisions,” she said. “We also have some of our strongest ridings in Central Alberta, and I think that this policy conference will be able to show Albertans that we aren’t just waiting for a leader. We are hard at work and we want people to join us and to help us do this work,” she added. “The issues are so significant. I think people are very stressed out about the economy and where the province is heading. If they are really worried, there is a place to come and do the work and help us. “Before, I think that a lot of the time we let the MLAs do all the work. But now the membership - the grassroots — are saying, ‘We want to help’. mark.weber@reddeerexpress.com
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Christmas Kettle campaign in need of volunteers BY MARK WEBER Express staff
With the annual Salvation Army Christmas Kettle campaign soon to kick off, staff are putting the call out for more volunteers to sign up. A two-hour shift, with flexible hours, will help the Christmas Kettle Campaign meet the 2016 target of $220,000. There has already been a substantial spike in demand for services, said Major Larry Bridger of the Salvation Army Church & Community Services. “At every location, you are looking at about four people to volunteer for each day - although once in a while, someone will
take a double shift,” he said. So it’s basically four people per location per day - about 40 people per day for the campaign. “A lot of those folks can do multiple days, but still technically at 10 locations, we need a lot of people,” he said. “We always need those volunteers to help us get through. “And of course, the Kettle Campaign is vital because really, it supports all of our programs and services that we provide, whether it’s the food bank, or clothing, furniture, our kids’ feeding program, services for seniors, the Adopt-A-Family program (at Christmastime). There is a whole host of things that we help with, and the money
is used locally,” he said. “It’s our biggest fundraiser of the year.” Last year, the Kettle Campaign brought in just over $234,000 which marked the best year ever for the campaign, Bridger said. But with the continued sluggish economy, he added that could be a more challenging place to reach this year. Also, the requests for help have increased by about 25% to 30% on a monthly basis over the past year as well. “Numbers have increased and our costs go up - we’re also increasing the number of children we help through our school feeding program as well.” Meanwhile, the Kettle Campaign officially launches
Nov. 17th with a special event at Bower Place Shopping Centre. The Christmas season marks one of the busiest times of the year for staff at the Red Deer Salvation Army, with the Kettle Campaign and an array of other events and fundraising initiatives. This year, kettles will be set up at Wal-Mart (north and south locations), Co-op (Deer Park), Parkland Mall, Bower Place Shopping Centre, Save-On Foods (East Hill), Superstore, Costco and the Independent Grocery Store in Clearview Ridge. Anyone interested in signing up for a two-hour shift can call Debbie Lang, the Christmas Kettle coordinator, at 403-346-2251. As for the campaign’s history,
it started in 1891 when Salvation Army Captain Joseph McFee was distraught because so many poor individuals in San Francisco were going hungry. According to the Salvation Army web site, “During the holiday season, he resolved to provide a free Christmas dinner for the destitute and poverty-stricken. He only had one major hurdle to overcome — funding the project. “He lay awake nights, worrying, thinking, praying about how he could find the funds to fulfill his commitment of feeding 1,000 of the city’s poorest individuals on Christmas Day. As he pondered the issue, his thoughts drifted back to his sailor days in Liverpool, England.
“He remembered how at Stage Landing, where the boats came in, there was a large, iron kettle called ‘Simpson’s Pot’ into which passers-by tossed a coin or two to help the poor. “The next day Captain McFee placed a similar pot at the Oakland Ferry Landing at the foot of Market Street. Beside the pot, he placed a sign that read, ‘Keep the Pot Boiling.’ He soon had the money to see that the needy people were properly fed at Christmas.” Again, for more information about volunteering for the annual Christmas Kettle Campaign, call the church office at 403-346-2251 and ask for Debbie Lang. mark.weber@reddeerexpress.com
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Lending Cupboard releases Community Needs Assessment Report BY MARK WEBER Express staff
With a reach that extends to clients in Red Deer and across Central Alberta, The Lending Cupboard is needed now more than ever, according to a newly-released Community Needs Assessment Report. But with that comes the very real demand for sustained support both from the community and the province. It is to everyone’s benefit that The Lending Cupboard and other community supports remain strong and well-positioned to meet the needs of Red Deer and Central Alberta, according to the report which was compiled by local consultant Danielle Klooster. The report was unveiled Tuesday morning at the Golden Circle. According to the report, the parameters cov-
ered by the organization (with Red Deer as the central hub), run north to Wetaskiwin, east to Stettler, south to Drumheller/Carstairs and west to Rocky Mountain House. These boundaries result in a catchment area of about 65 communities of various sizes. “Certainly some of the material (in the report) we have seen from the increased traffic that we’ve been seeing at the Lending Cupboard from the time that I arrived,” explained Dawna Morey, executive director. “We knew the facility wasn’t meeting our needs. “So where do we go from there? Well, we didn’t want to be going into another facility and then two years later we outgrow that, too. So it was really about wanting to take a serious look at what the ‘curve’ is; what is coming at us.” The Needs Assessment also sought to answer several questions including what is Central
Hundreds affected by Finning closure BY ERIN FAWCETT Express staff
Finning Canada has announced the closure of the Centre of Excellence facility in Red Deer. The closure will affect nearly 200 people. “As part of our quarterly earnings reporting on November 3rd, we announced our decision to exit the Centre of Excellence (COE) facility in Red Deer in early 2017,” said Hilary Anaka, communications manager for Finning Canada. “By redistributing activity from the COE to other locations, we will be able to make more efficient use of our facilities across our network and improve customer service delivery. “It’s important to note we are not
leaving the community as we have a customer-facing branch in Red Deer that will continue to serve customers in the area. This was a difficult decision and we are doing our best to retain and relocate as many employees as possible.” The announcement of the facility closure came the same day Finning Canada released its Q3 report which showed a 12% decline in revenues. The report said this was, “Due to lower product revenues in Canada and South America, as well as lower new equipment sales in Canada. New equipment sales decreased by 9% due to timing of equipment deliveries in the oil sands, as well as weaker market activity in Alberta and Saskatchewan.” efawcett@reddeerexpress.com
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n Friday millions of people around the world will take a few moments to remember those lost in battles or who have fought and lived to tell of their war experiences. Remembrance Day is becoming more meaningful with the never-ending conflicts around the globe. With these deaths there is a reminder of how vigilant we must be to guard the gift of peace and stability we enjoy here at home. When the world is a relatively calm place, Remembrance Day can be a difficult day for the younger set, not to mention many adults, to relate to. Services may be well attended but the realities of war and loss are hard to connect with in times of relative calm. Unfortunately, often young people have little to bridge themselves to the wars of the past. Even young adults and ‘baby boomers’ can be estranged from what it felt like to witness the horrendous realities of war. The importance of never forgetting the sacrifices of those who have served in the war is that much more greater. The younger generations need to be informed of those men and women who fought for the freedoms we enjoy today. As for the poppy, a writer first made the connection between the poppy and battlefield deaths during the Napoleonic wars of the early 19th century, remarking that, “Fields that were barren before battle exploded with the blood-red flowers after the fighting ended.” After John McCrae’s poem In Flanders Fields was published in 1915 the poppy became a popular symbol for soldiers who died in battle. According to Wikipedia, McCrae was born Nov. 30th, 1872 in McCrae House in Guelph, Ontario to Lieutenant-Colonel David McCrae and Janet Simpson Eckford; he was the grandson of Scottish immigrants. Though various legends have developed as to the inspiration for the poem, the most commonly held belief is that McCrae wrote In Flanders Fields on May 3rd, 1915, the day after presiding over the funeral and burial of his friend Lieutenant Alexis Helmer, who had been killed during the devastating Second Battle of Ypres. The poem was written as he sat upon the back of a medical field ambulance near an advance dressing post at Essex Farm, just north of Ypres. The poppy, which was a central feature of the poem, grew in great numbers in the spoiled earth of the battlefields and cemeteries of Flanders. Three years after McCrae’s poem was written an American, Moina Michael, was working in a New York City YMCA canteen when she started wearing a poppy in memory of the millions who died on the battlefield. During a 1920 visit to the United States a French woman, Madame Guerin, learned of the custom. On her return to France she decided to use handmade poppies to raise money for the destitute children in war-torn areas of the country. In November, 1921, the first poppies were distributed in Canada. On Remembrance Day we’re all united in a common cause to consider what has been given for us – both recently and in the years before many of us were even born. The relevance of the day must never be forgotten. The point is, it’s just not another day off, too much has been lost and too high a price has been paid for anyone to have careless attitudes about such an important day. Show your appreciation for the sacrifices these men and women have given for us.
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Celebrating the joy of giving on National Philanthropy Day M
any people associate the word individual is now a community institution. The philanthropy with the wealthy, when in Community Foundation has three distinct roles in reality; the essence of the word is love. the community. It is a steward of people’s charitable We give because we love. We give because we care. gifts - serving as a vehicle for grateful citizens to Philanthropy is the act of manifesting that love. demonstrate their vision beyond a lifetime. I was brought up knowing that it is very importIt is a locally-based grant maker - providing ant to help, to give and to be of service to others. much needed resources to ALL sectors, from arts I was born and raised in Manila, Philippines and and culture, the environment, health and wellness in that part of the world; poverty and all forms of and learning to social justice issues by providing social injustice are palpable. It is in your face, you much needed support to charitable organizations cannot escape it. in Central Alberta. When I was 11 years old, we had an It is also front and center in commuoutreach exposure trip. We were brought nity leadership - making sure that issues Kristine and concerns of area residents are put to one of the slum areas close to our school. I was assigned to a family with Bugayong forward and addressed. both parents and three children living in Nov. 15th is National Philanthropy a small shanty. It was close to the lunch Day, celebrated annually around the hour and the mom told me that they world in recognition of the impact of did not have anything to eat. I asked philanthropy on our global community her to take me to one of the small food and our community’s quality of life. stalls across the street. I had about 20 This day is a perfect opportunity to highlight the importance of giving and pesos that day so I decided that instead of buying lunch and an afternoon snack what the community has achieved befor myself, I would buy three cups of rice cause of this. As Central Albertans and and some chicken broth to share with everyone. Canadians, we have a strong culture of giving and That was all I could afford. The family was so engagement. appreciative of the gesture, the mom cried. We We truly care for our community and we make spent the rest of the day sharing stories, laughing sure that we show it! The Community Foundation and understanding each other’s way of life. I re- invites Central Alberta to celebrate this day dedimember leaving their home with the feeling and cated to honor valuable contributions in building knowing how fortunate I am to be able to eat three community. times a day, and sometimes even more. As your Community Foundation, we underI guess the reason I am sharing this story is to stand the value of giving and the desire to give demonstrate that philanthropy is simply the ges- or to give back — every gift, regardless of size is ture we do to express that we care by giving - of important to us. We invite you to call our office or stop by; we are ourselves, of our time and our resources. ready to talk with you, not only about your reasons Central Alberta is a very giving community. From the countless hours that we share with the for making a gift, but about various methods of causes we believe in, to donating our hard-earned giving. As a skilled gift planner, we are able to money and demonstrating community engage- provide tax-wise gift illustrations and other helpful ment, Central Albertans embody what giving is information. Chatting with us entails no cost or obligation all about. The Red Deer & District Community Foundation whatsoever and may be well worth your time. Kristine Bugayong is the CEO of the Red Deer & is a clear example. What started as a gesture of generosity from one District Community Foundation.
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Red Deer’s Living Wage has risen over the past two years BY ZACHARY CORMIER Express staff
The Living Wage in Red Deer has risen by an average of $0.71 per hour since 2014, according to a new report released by the Central Alberta Poverty Reduction Alliance (CAPRA) last week. During a community discussion at the Pidherney Centre last Thursday, CAPRA released a report detailing the Updated Living Wage in the City for 2016. According to the report, the new living wage for a couple with two children is $13.86 per parent per hour, $14.10 for a single parent with one child and $13.68 for a single adult. When compared to the report from 2014, the living wage calculation for families of four and single adults rose from $13.11 per parent per hour and $11.59 per hour respectively. Meanwhile, the Living Wage rate decreased from $14.75 for the lone parent family, largely due to increased government support from the Canada Child Benefit and Family Employment Tax Credit. “The calculation is based on a set of expenses that we figured out
as being a reasonable standard of living while also being conservative,” explained Harrison Blizzard, a member of CAPRA’s Living Wage Action Committee, which compiled the report. Blizzard explained the calculation takes into account things like shelter, food costs, transportation and other household expenses but excludes things such as special dietary needs, RRSP contributions, hobbies and other expenses unique to each individual. During the meeting, community members from various areas and sectors had a chance to discuss various benefits and barriers to providing a Living Wage for employees, especially in Alberta’s current economic climate. “We just wanted to get an idea in their area of work or who they’re affected by or who they employ what type of things would be a benefit of having a Living Wage and what would be a challenge of implementing a Living Wage in their place of work,” Blizzard explained, adding the CAPRA Financial Literacy Committee will be compiling notes from the discussions to identify key themes and explore their next steps.
One of the challenges noted by employers at the event was the budgeting problems that would come with what amounts to providing a wage increase for employees, and discussed a number of possible solutions to that problem. “Some of the things that were brought up were really interesting. Like instead of having just the wage per hour, what other benefits could you give your employee to help them subsidize some of the costs they have?” Blizzard said. The report stresses that a Living Wage can have many benefits both outside and inside the workplace, including a better quality of life for employees, fewer individuals living in poverty, increased spending in the local economy, improved productivity, decreased employee turnover and improved customer loyalty. “We really highlight that there’s more to a Living Wage than that dollar number,” Blizzard said. The full 2016 Living Wage Update can be found on CAPRA’s web site at www.capovertyreduction.com. zcormier@reddeerexpress.com
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Jack and Joan Donald donate Y $3 million to RDC Donation to go towards the Gary W. Harris Centre in Red Deer Erin Fawcett Express staff
Red Deerians Jack and Joan Donald will donate $3 million towards the construction of the Donald Health & Wellness Centre, a wing in the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre. The announcement was made yesterday at Red Deer College. The Donald Health & Wellness Centre will be dedicated to teaching and learning in the fields of health and wellness. “Some years ago Jack and I decided to help our community financially wherever we could make a difference,” said Joan. “The Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre is going to be a wonderful asset to Red Deer and Central Alberta. The Centre is important for many reasons. First, it will be used for several sports during the Canada Winter Games here in Red Deer in February 2019. The Canada Winter Games will be important for the economy, for the fact that volunteers will be involved, we will be on TV and it will make a definite difference in Red Deer. I think we all have to put our shoulder to the wheel to make this happen the best we can. Our young Canadian athletes deserve this opportunity . Jack said he and his family are proud to be able to give back to the community. “We’re proud to help Central Alberta who has been good to us for so many years. We’re happy to participate in this construction project that is going to mean so much to all of us,” he said. “There is so much benefit not only for the Winter Games, but it’s also going to be very important for many of
us for years to come not only in Red Deer but in Central Alberta. “Joan and I age, we get older, and health becomes more and more important to us, so we are so happy to be able to do something to help and train people to provide the health care that we are all going to need some day.”
▾ “WE’RE PROUD TO HELP CENTRAL ALBERTA WHO HAS BEEN GOOD TO US FOR SO MANY YEARS. WE’RE HAPPY TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS CONSTRUCTION PROJECT THAT IS GOING TO MEAN SO MUCH TO ALL OF US.”
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RDC President Joel Ward said the Donalds are invaluable community builders. “Their latest gift will play a key role in continuing RDC’s presence in our communities, expanding program opportunities and supporting the growth and wellness needs of Central Albertans.” The new facility will welcome learners in the fall of 2018. The Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre will also host five events during the 2019 Canada Winter Games. The centre has an estimated cost of $88 million, funded through a combination of donations, partnerships and government funding. efawcett@reddeerexpress.com
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Local charity targeted by thieves One local not-for-profit organization has been targeted by thieves and a clothing drive will be held this month to help replenish the agency’s supply. Dress for Success was broken into and raided sometime on Sunday. Thieves gained access through the back door of the facility. Many items from the boutique were stolen including
shoes, clothes, nearly all of the jewelry on site, purses, cosmetics and more. “I feel violated. It hurts my heart,” said Dagmar Hargreaves, founder of the Central Alberta chapter, which is located in the lower level of 4917 – 48th St. “We are a not-for-profit who is trying to help women move on in their lives, and then someone does this?
“I just feel so sad that someone would target a charity.” Dress for Success is a not-forprofit organization that offers services for women who require clothing to return to work. Their mission statement says its purpose is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the
career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Meanwhile, a clothing drive will be held at the boutique on Nov. 19th between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. “It is a targeted clothing drive. The items that we lost are what we need the most,” said Hargreaves. Those items include winter coats, winter shoes and winter boots, purses, jewelry, wallets,
unopened shampoos and conditioners, foundation garments and belts. “We also need winter clothes in general.” She added ultimately it’s the clients who the organization serves that will suffer because of the brazen act. “Someone had a kind heart and donated this to us, and now
it’s been taken. I feel bad for the donors, I feel bad for the women we won’t be able to serve properly for a while. It makes me very sad and I’m really angry, too. We’ve only ever tried to reach out and help in the community.” Fittings will not be available at Dress for Success until the beginning of December. efawcett@reddeerexpress.com
Donate blood for Remembrance Day in honour of veterans To commemorate Remembrance Day, Canadian Blood Services encourages more Canadians to #givelife by donating blood, a gift in honour of the contributions of the women and men of the Canadian Armed Forces. Members of the armed forces are themselves some of the most generous donors. In 2006, the Department of National Defence became Canadian Blood Services first national Partner for Life organization. Since then, they have provided more than 30,000 blood donations to our national blood supply. In 2016, National Defence is aiming to contribute at least 600 new donors and 6,000 donations from Canadian Armed Forces and civilian employees across the country. Besides pledged support, partners can also adopt specific clinics, arrange group donations, and help raise awareness of the need for donors.
“There are many different ways to serve your country. Canadians can contribute by working in the line of duty like our members of the Canadian Armed Forces, or by rolling up their sleeves to help patients in hospitals across Canada,” said Susan Matsumoto, director of donor relations in the Prairie and NWT region. “We need more Canadians to experience the feeling you get from serving your country and saving a life.” This year alone, 100,000 new donors are needed across the country; that’s up markedly from the 85,000 new donors who have been stepping forward the last few years. The increased need for new donors is in part due to recent updates to donation rules addressing travel and health-related matters. Also, approximately 160,000 donors stop donating each year for a variety of reasons.
In order to meet anticipated patient needs, Canadian Blood Services looks to welcome close to 2,000 brand new blood donors each and every week. Donors in Red Deer can #givelife by visiting a clinic this week, making blood donation a part of their regular activities, and inviting family and friends to donate with them in support of those who protect our lives every day. To book an appointment, use the Give Blood App or visit blood.ca. Upcoming clinics at the Red Deer blood donor clinic (#5, 5020 – 68 St.) include Tuesday and Wednesday from 3 – 7 p.m., Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. On Remembrance Day on Nov. 11th there are 36 appointments available to meet hospital demand. - Fawcett
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hen it comes to creating and ordering promotional items for your business, there’s only one place to go in Red Deer. “Anything you can imagine, we can get it in,” said Lori Gillan, graphic artist and owner of the Trophy Loft Ltd. The Trophy Loft, which is located at #1, 7429 49th Ave., has been the top choice in the City for engraving, promotional products, embroidery and screen printing services since 1976. “The nice thing about Trophy Loft is we’re a one stop shop. So come in for a trophy or an award for employee of the month and c then you can order your Christmas gifts all at once,” said Gillan, t who w has 17 years of graphic design experience, which allows her h to help customers create something to fit their needs. “If they come in and they don’t know exactly what they want, we w can help them shop, help them design it right from scratch, whatever they need.” w From creating a team or corporate logo to finding the most effective way to put it in front of your desired audience, Gillan e and att th Trophy Loft can help you every step of the way. an nd th the e team team a the eT r “We offer digitizing, embroidery, silkscreen, vinyl t-shirt printing and decals in house. So we can offer that to our customers at a lower cost than most can, because we do the work ourselves.” In fact, about the only thing they don’t do in-house is the actual printing and production of large-quantity promotional items. According to Gillan, there are about 200 Canadian companies the Trophy Loft can order from when it comes to promotional materials. “I prefer to keep local suppliers, so we order as local as we can for products promoting Alberta’s economy.” she said. The showroom at the Trophy Loft bursting with different trophies, medals, plaques, signs, pens and pretty much everything under the sun, all of which can be customized and personalized for your needs. “I’m very artistic, so I try to help customers find unique ways to help them advertise their company. So we’re bringing in more unique products than ever.” They stand behind their products, too. “If we won’t buy it, we wouldn’t want them to buy it. We offer them our favourite products knowing that they’re great.” For those looking for some fun Christmas gift ideas, the Trophy Loft has got you covered for that as well. “This year for Christmas we’re working with different artisans around Red Deer and bringing their art into the store so we can offer that to our customers as well as great gifts for Christmas,” Gillan said. To see a full selection of products the Trophy Loft offers you can visit their web site at www.trophyloft.com or Facebook page. Advertorial written by Zachary Cormier, Red Deer Express
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Looking back at Red Deer’s Soldiers’ Hospital There has been a lot of attention given recently to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This increased attention to PTSD may give people the impression that it is a condition that is relatively new. In fact, it is something which has existed for generations, albeit generally under different names. Not surprisingly, some of the most significant and serious cases arise during times of war, particularly from combat situations. During the Second World War, the term often used for soldiers suffering from PTSD was ‘battle fatigue’. However, one of the first instances of people becoming aware of the seriousness and widespread nature of wartime PTSD came during the horrific First World War. Men were pitted against technologically advanced weapons. The result was catastrophic losses of life and incredible wounds to both the body and mind. The latter cases were referred to as ‘shell shock’. The Canadians were often at the forefront of the horrific carnage. Their first major battle was in April 1915 at St. Julien during the Second Battle of Ypres. They bore the brunt of the first mass use of poison gas as a weapon. While the Canadians miraculously held the line, they used cloths soaked in urine in a desperate attempt to fend off the lung-searing effects of the gas. The Battle of the Somme in 1916 was equally horrific.
Some 1 million Allied soldiers became casualties in that prolonged battle. Central Alberta’s ‘B’ Company of the 89 Battalion was heavily decimated by shellfire as the men prepared to go into combat. Many platoons of the local 12 Canadian Mounted Rifles were all but wiped out by the time the battle finally ended. Many of the Canadian casualties were listed as missing in action because they were directly hit by shellfire and there was really nothing left of them to find. Other men were literally buried alive during bombardments. If rescued, they were often in deep and permanent shock. Meanwhile, in the summer of 1916, the Alberta Government purchased the Alberta Ladies College in Red Deer with plans to turn it into a facility for the care and education of mentally handicapped children. However, the waves of veterans coming home with shell shock had become overwhelming. Hence, a decision was made to turn the College building into a special hospital for those shell shock victims. The College was extensively renovated during 1917. The Soldiers’ Sanitorium, which could care for more than 100 patients, officially opened in March 1918. Dr. D.L. Dick, a military doctor, was the medical superintendent. Many of the first patients were shell shocked veterans transferred from the overcrowded Ponoka Mental Hospital.
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PLACE OF HEALING - The Red Deer Soldiers Sanitorium (Hospital) for the treatment and care of shell-shocked veterans of the First World War, 1920. The building had originally been the Alberta Ladies College. Note the extensive gardens around the building. Gardening and farming were considered good therapeutic treatments for the patients. Red Deer Archives P9093 Medical treatments for PTSD patients were still very rudimentary. However, the medical staff found that agricultural and horticultural programs seemed to have a positive therapeutic effect. Hence, the new Soldiers’ Sanitorium had very extensive floral and vegetable gardens around the building. Crops and livestock were raised in the fields to the east. When the new hospital first opened, the news articles stated, “These soldiers will fully recover, it is expected,” and that “One would hardly know that there is much wrong with them.” However, many of the shell shocked veterans did not recover.
Moreover, there was a substantial mortality rate amongst the patients as they succumbed to their physical and mental injuries. In 1923, the Provincial Government built the Oliver Mental Hospital northeast of Edmonton. The new institution was felt to be better suited for the treatment and care of chronic, long-term care patients. The veterans at the Red Deer Sanitorium were transferred to the new facility. The Red Deer building was then converted to the original intended purpose – the Provincial Training School (P.T.S.) for mentally handicapped children (the facility now known as Michener Centre).
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Local man making the trip of a lifetime BY ZACHARY CORMIER Express staff
For Kix Marshall, there is nothing better than heading out on the open road and escaping to somewhere new and exotic. The Red Deer writer, traveller and speaker hit the road for the adventure of a lifetime late last month as he plans to travel by motorbike from the City all the way down to the small town of Ushuaia, Argentina at the southernmost tip of South America. “I planned this trip about four years ago. Some buddies had planned a trip to go around the world in vehicles but it didn’t really pan out, so I just revamped the trip by myself on my bike and made it as simple as possible. I just wanted to know if I could do it or not, really,” said Marshall, who plans to take about a year to make the journey, which is about 12,615 kms as the crow flies. But by road, it’s a much longer journey as Marshall will have to travel through
the U.S. and Mexico before traversing the whole of South America. “Depends on who you talk to but there could be drug lords or banditos or getting robbed in your sleep. My parents listed off 100 things before I left but I was like well a couple of beaches and beers, so we had differing opinions about what would be concerns,” Marshall said about some of the challenges he might face along the way. So why make the trip at all then? “It’s way warmer than here,” Marshall laughed before adding that being from North America the two biggest road trips you can take are north to Alaska or south to South America and he decided on the latter. “This is, essentially, the longest one I can pick from here so it’s going to be a good trip I hope.” A veteran traveller, Marshall said he hasn’t done a whole lot of pre-planning for this particular trip. “I just planned the destination point
and that was it. I was like I need to make it to the southern tip and that’s it. That’s my only concern.” This won’t be Marshall’s first time making the trip south; when he was 25 he drove down to Guatemala and came back. But this time he plans to take things a whole lot further. And as far as living accommodations go, things are going to be pretty spartan. “Well I’ve got a tent in the back of this thing,” he laughed, gesturing towards his motorcycle. “And if I’m lucky there’ll be a hostel but I don’t see a lot of hotels in my future.” But in the end, Marshall said he thinks it will all be worth it. “This is like a test, man. I want to see if I can actually do it or not because it’s a lot of mental stuff if you’re on the bike all day by yourself. So I figure if I can do this, I can do anything.” To follow his journey, visit www.kix- JOURNEY - From right, Kix Marshall and Glenn Turple posed for marshall.com. a photo before Marshall hit the road on a year-long road trip to zcormier@reddeerexpress.com Ushuaia, Argentina at the end of October. Zachary Cormier/Red Deer Express
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The Red Deer Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Campaign is in need of volunteers. The struggling economy has hit our neighbours and our community hard. The Salvation Army in Red Deer is looking for volunteers for its most important fundraiser of the year. A two-hour shift, with flexible hours, will help the Christmas Kettle Campaign meet the 2016 target of $220,000. There has already been a substantial spike in demand for services. Volunteers will help raise money to provide programs, food and clothing year-round to those in the Red Deer area. To sign up, or for more information, please call the Salvation Army at 403-346-2251 or e-mail kettles9@telus.net. The Senior Citizens’ Downtown House has cribbage every Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Cost is $3. Tournament is on Nov. 10th at 1:30 p.m. Cost is $6. Whist is every Friday at 1:30 p.m. Cost is $3. Tournament on Nov. 28th at 1:30 p.m. Cost is $6. Fun contact Bridge runs every Wednesday at 1 p.m. Cost is $3. YARD (Yoga Alliance of Red Deer) is now taking registrations for our second fall session. The next Advanced Yoga & Teacher Training monthly workshop is Nov. 12th, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Mantras for Dispelling Negativity with Ann Waschuk on Nov. 13th, 2-5 p.m. and don’t forget Yoga Nidra on selected Saturdays, 1-2:15 p.m. Please register early. Full schedule and details at: www.reddeeryoga.ca. 403-5509240. info@reddeeryoga.ca. Riverside Meadows Community Association’s annual general meeting runs Nov. 15th at 7 p.m. at the Riverside Meadows Activity Center (6021 – 57 Ave). Please come out and support the Association and bring your ideas and voice so we can make difference in the community. The improvements and playgrounds have been built by the Association working with the City. Do you want a community block party or community programs? We need your help. Need more information? Please email: riversidemeadowsca@gmail.com. Annual Ski Board and equipment swap – Westerner Park.
Canadian Ski Patrol – Red Deer Zone, consignment starts at 4 p.m. Friday Nov. 18th; sale starts Saturday Nov. 19th at 10 a.m. and Sunday Nov. 20th at 11 a.m. A great way to trade up your old equipment for something new. Contact Glenda at 403352-7310 with any questions. You are invited to the Christmas Wish Breakfast presented by the Black Knight Inn. Bring a new, unwrapped toy to the Black Knight Inn on Nov. 20th between 8 and 11 a.m. and enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast in support of the Red Deer Christmas Bureau and the Salvation Army. For more information, call 403-392-9523 or find them on facebook.
member groups. There will be two sittings: 12:45 p.m. and 2:30 p.m., the cost is $12 per person. Please call 403-346-0055 for tickets. Victorian Christmas Dinners: Dec. 2nd & 9th at 6:30 pm. Relax and enjoy a sumptuous six course Christmas dinner in the Cronquist House beautifully decorated for the season. Cost is $45 person, call 403-346-0055 for tickets. Lacombe Christmas Farmers’ Market will be held every Friday morning from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting Nov. 18th through to Dec. 16th at the Lacombe Memorial Centre. Also, there is a special Moonlight Madness sale on Nov. 24th from 5 to 10 p.m. Great chance to do your
financial help along the way. The Central Alberta Brain Injury Society will be offering guitar lessons with Dean Ray every Tuesday at 1 p.m. For more information, call Lorraine at 403-341-3463. Whisker Rescue’s has an adoption event the third Saturday of the month at Petsmart from noon - 3:30 p.m. If you have any questions, contact Diane at 403-347-1251. Golden Circle has Thursday night dances continuing from 7 to 10 p.m. For more information, call 403-341-4672, 403-347-6165 or 403-342-2875. Admission is $7 per person. The Allsorts play Nov. 3rd; RR4 on Nov. 10th, Black Velvet on Nov. 17th and
Dr. Ted Fenske will be presenting Countering Euthanasia with Care and Compassion, Thursday, Nov. 24th at 7 p.m. St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 6 McMillan Ave. Red Deer, as part of Red Deer Pro-Life’s 2016 AGM. Everyone welcome. The Ladies’ Auxiliary annual pot luck supper runs Dec. 5th at 6 p.m. at the Red Deer Legion. On Dec. 10th, there is a bake and craft sale at 1 p.m. at the Red Deer Legion as well. The Cronquist House continues to operate the Tea House but will close soon due to lack of customers, please help us to keep the Cronquist Tea House open for the rest of the year! All we need are about 15 – 20 people a day, visit our website at www.rdchs.com for more information. On Dec. 6th, we will be hosting our International Christmas Tea, enjoy finger foods, sweet and savoury from the many cultures of our
Christmas shopping with a huge variety of baking, homemade crafts, local honey, perogies, woodwork, jams, fall veggies, meats, clothing, Philippine spring rolls, jewellery and lots more. Call 403-782-4772 for more information. Our vendors are proud to make it, bake it and grow it just for you! SHOP to Support PEO Scholarships on Nov. 11th from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at the Golden Circle. Come have tea/coffee and enjoy homemade baking and amazing fellowship and accomplish some early Christmas shopping! The proceeds will support women in your community by sponsoring scholarships for women’s education. Epicure, Six Week Boutique, Discovery Toys, Stella and Dot, Pampered Chef, Magnolia and Vine and Thirty-0ne are our wonderfully supportive vendors this year. Chapter O – PEO helps women achieve their educational goals with a little
The Allsorts return on Nov. 24th. Are you looking after a friend or family member who is living with challenges due to a disability, illness or old age? Then you are a caregiver and we can help! The Alberta Caregivers Association and the Central Alberta Brain Injury Association is holding ‘Compass for the Caregiver’ which is a caregiver orientation for mobilizing personal assets and strengths for self care. This nine module workshop provides a safe environment to help caregivers reduce stress, lessen guilt and get the most out of the system. If you are interested, call or email us and if there are at least six people attending we will try to organize a meeting in your area. Call CABIS at 403-3413463 or email cabis@telus.net. FLK Taoist Tai Chi Health Recovery The practice of Tai Chi improves balance, enhances cognitive ability, improves circulation,
provides pain relief, improves mobility and boosts immunity, thus improving many health issues and quality of life. Come experience the benefits for yourself. Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi ™ is a volunteer charitable organization located at 4419-50th Ave (behind Scotia Bank in the Safeway parking area) in downtown Red Deer. Health Recovery classes are held on Saturdays from 11:00-1:00. Call 403-346-6772 or visit us at www.taoist.org. Central Alberta Historical Meeting - Nov. 16th at 7 p.m. at the Red Deer Museum. The topic: Women’s Suffrage on the Prairies with speaker Dr. Carter, department of history, University of Alberta. For further information, contact Sheila at 403-347-7873. Comedy Night with comedian Brad Muise along with a live and silent auction, 50/50 draw and raffles to raise funds and awareness for Canadians living with diabetes. There will also be dinner and music by Bradley Abel. The event runs Nov. 10th from 7:30 to 11 p.m. at Heritage Lanes Bowling. Cost: $50/ticket or two for $90. To purchase tickets, call 403-597-2507 or email eopdendries@gmail.com. The Canadian Diabetes Association (CDA) is the registered national charity that helps the 11 million Canadians with diabetes or pre-diabetes live healthy lives, and educates those at risk. Bazaar and Coffee Party on Nov. 19th from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. at Sunnybrook United Church (12 Stanton St.) Crafts, bake table, white elephant sale. For further information, call Linda at 403-347-6073. Canadian Diabetes Association and Heritage Lanes host Comedy Night during Diabetes Awareness Month. Comedy Night with comedian Brad Muise along with a live and silent auction, 50/50 draw and raffles to raise funds and awareness for Canadians living with diabetes. There will also be dinner and music by Bradley Abel. The event runs Nov. 10th from 7:30 to 11 p.m. at Where: Heritage Lanes Bowling (6200 67a St.) Cost - $50/ticket or two for $90. To purchase tickets, call 403-597-2507 or email eopdendries@gmail.com.
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city COMMERCIAL BUILDING DOUBLES FROM LAST YEAR The number and value of building permits in the commercial sector doubled in October compared to the same month last year. Values were estimated at $3.6 million last month compared to $1.3 in October 2015, with commercial permits year-to-date valued at $55.9 million. Several projects contributed to a strong October, including an addition to the Covenant Health Villa Marie on Carrington Drive, estimated at $1.9 million; an Elephant and Castle restaurant on Timberlands Drive, estimated at $279,000; First Red Deer Place tenant improvements, estimated at $240,000; and construction of a Domino’s Pizza in Lancaster, estimated at $195,000. Residential, industrial and public sectors lagged in October.
STANTEC PRESENTS RED DEER LIGHTS THE NIGHT Come downtown to celebrate the holiday season with the annual lighting spectacular, Red Deer Lights the Night on Nov. 19th, presented by Stantec and hosted by the City of Red Deer, Red Deer Public Library and the Downtown Business Association.
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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23rd 6:00pm Preview Dinner Gala evening for Platinum to Silver THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24th 11:30am Festival Business Lunch ($62.50) 12:30am Senior Appreciation 1:00pm Volunteer Appreciation 6:00pm Taste of Red Deer General admission plus food coupons FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25th 8:00pm Festival of Wines SOLD OUT SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26th 10:00am Festive 5K Walk/Run ($40pp or $100 per family of 4, max 2 adults) 11:30am ‘Tis the Season Luncheon’ ($65) 6:00pm Mistletoe Magic SOLD OUT SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27th 9:00am Breakfast with Santa ($40) MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28th 9am-4pm Pick-up of Auction Purchases
Tickets now on SALE through Ticketmaster Online (24 Hours) www.ticketmaster.ca Charge by Phone 1-855-985-5000 Will Call (Mon-Fri: 8:30am-4:30pm) (for tickets purchased by phone or online) Donald Administration Building, Westerner Park *Event tickets include general admission. *Westerner Park parking fee is not included All events take place at Westerner Park, Red Deer
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“This event has become a family favourite in Red Deer and we’re looking forward to its return,” said Annette Scheper, community and program facilitator. “There’s something about those twinkling lights that sparks a joyful holiday spirit in kids and adults alike.” Red Deerians are invited to take a stroll through the colourful lights in City Hall Park, visit the vendors in the winter market, and cozy up in the warming tent while enjoying some free popcorn and hot chocolate. There will be crafts and games for the kids and, of course, a visit from Santa. The event runs Nov. 19th at City Hall Park, Ross Street and Red Deer Public Library from 4 – 7 p.m. “We’re excited about this opportunity to support an event that brings the community together,” said Russ Wlad, Stantec senior vice president. “Community is at the heart of what we do at Stantec and this partnership allows us to participate in an event that brings families together to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season.” Guests are reminded that pets are not permitted in City Hall Park or the event site. Parking is available at Sorenson Station, 4830 48th St., P4 at 49th Ave. and 49th St., and P8 behind Gaetz Memorial United Church. For more information, visit www.reddeer.ca/reddeerlights or view the Facebook event. #RDlights16
FOUNDATION ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS The Red Deer Games Foundation is now accepting applications for financial assistance for Red Deer and area athletes. The Foundation provides financial assistance to individuals demonstrating a high level of ability and strong devotion to their sport. Information brochures and application forms outlining the guidelines and criteria of the program are available at the Alberta Sport Development Centre or online at http://asdccentral.ca/rdgf Previous recipients of RDGF financial assistance include local sport luminaries such as Jeremy Wotherspoon (Olympian – Speedskating), Danielle Wotherspoon (Olympian – Speedskating), Regan Lauscher (Olympian – Luge), Drew Goldsack (Olympian – X-Country Skiing), Deirdre Dionne (Olympian – Freestyle Skiing), Elliott Moskowy (3x World Champion) as well as many others, who were supported by the RDGF during their years as emerging athletes. The deadline for applications is Nov. 23rd. For further information on Red Deer Games Foundation grants contact Miles Kydd at 403-342-3231 or miles.kydd@rdc.ab.ca. For more information on the Red Deer Games Foundation or the Alberta Sport Development Centre please contact Miles Kydd at 403-342-3231 or check the Alberta Sport Development Centre’s web site www.asdccentral.ca.
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NEW GALBRAITH PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE OPEN The new Galbraith pedestrian bridge is open after the old bridge was removed in September. A new bridge was required to improve safety for pedestrians, and crews began constructing the new structure earlier this fall. All pathways in the park are now open and the detours are no longer in effect. Galbraith Park is one of three small parks along Waskasoo Creek to the south east of downtown, off Waskasoo Crescent. The pedestrian bridge takes path users across the Waskasoo Creek near where the creek enters the Red Deer River and connects to the pathway from Kerry Wood Nature Centre.
UPDATE ON 67 STREET/JOHNSTONE DRIVE ROUNDABOUT Drivers are now able use the 67 Street/Johnstone Drive roundabout. The roundabout is not complete, but one lane will open in all directions. In addition, the single-lane roundabout at 66th St. and Orr Drive is fully open. Weather permitting, work will continue until the end of this construction season and will resume next spring as needed to complete road construction on 67th St. as well as trails and landscaping. Lane restrictions on 67th St. will also continue until construction is complete. Drivers are reminded that the area is still an active construction site, and to obey all posted signage, including speed limits and temporary roundabout signage. Drivers should follow these basic steps for navigating single lane roundabouts - slow down, as you approach the roundabout, signal like you would at a regular intersection: signal left if you’re turning left, signal right if you’re turning right; yield to pedestrians at the crosswalks; look left and yield to traffic in the roundabout; only stop if necessary. Signal right as you approach your exit and yield to pedestrians. Pedestrians are reminded to cross only at designated crosswalks and use caution when crossing at the roundabout, especially while construction is underway. For more information about using roundabouts, visit www. roundabout.how.
COMMUNITY CULTURE DEVELOPMENT FUND The City of Red Deer is accepting applications for the Community Culture Development Fund grant program (Culture Development category). The program, formerly known as the Culture Fee for Service grant program, has been in place for 16 years and provides financial support to not-for-profit organizations that deliver arts, culture and heritage initiatives in Red Deer. “Our community’s unique culture is conveyed through artistic expression, creative citizens, public art, natural and built heritage features, cultural heritage, festivals, special events, and more,” said Tara O’Donnell, culture superintendent. “The Community Culture Development Fund is designed to support these initiatives and build the kind of vibrant community that Red Deerians have expressed is important to them.” The intake period for the Culture Development category for the 2017 funding year will run from Nov. 1st – Dec. 15th. Intake for the culture opportunities category is year-round, until funds have been fully expended. To access funding application forms, visit http://www.reddeer.ca/ recreation-and-culture/arts-and-culture/culture-in-the-community/ community-culture-grants/.
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Remembrance 11.11.2016 Day Veterans Voices of Canada an important initiative BY ERIN FAWCETT Express staff
Remembrance Day is especially meaningful to one Central Albertan who runs an organization that documents the experiences of Canadian military veterans. Allan Cameron, executive director and producer of Veterans Voices of Canada, and an admitted history buff, started the organization so the experiences of veterans could be documented and used for education. He started the organization in 2005. “I had my first interview 10 years ago in October of 2006 in Calmar and I’ve been going steady ever since. I have interviewed over 1,100 veterans so far and I have a list of veterans waiting to be interviewed. I continue to receive calls from across Canada to document our veterans.” Cameron researches veterans and once he contacts them, he sits down with them one-on-one in front of a camera. “We talk about their military experience. I also like to talk about their family life and where they grew up as well. But 80 per cent of it is about the military experience. I also like to get to their post-war experiences but I find that there is so much going on with the war experience, that we mostly talk about that.” Cameron added veterans are generally quite open about their experiences and are willing to share their stories. “Sometimes when we talk about what they have gone through and what they have seen – it’s an emotional day for the both of us. When you sit there and listen to these men and women unload
everything that they have been through – you well up for sure. If we don’t record it than it’s gone. If the Korean and World War II veterans aren’t documented now than we won’t have a chance to document it again straight from them,” he said. “I personally have sat with, thanked, documented and heard hundreds of stories from people who have sacrificed so much for us. “We need to let them know we are thankful for their sacrifices while they are here with us now by helping them where and when they need it. Just buying them a coffee and saying thank you goes far,” he said. “We must also give tribute, honour and remembrance to those who have now gone through initiatives like what we at Veterans Voices of Canada do, as well as what many other organizations are striving to do. It’s so important not only to families, but to us all collectively as a nation to remember the sacrifices of those who serve us in so many different ways.” When Cameron first started, he interviewed Second World War and Korean War veterans, but as time progressed he began to interview peacekeepers, Afghanistan, Vietnam and UN NATO veterans as well as ‘war witnesses’. “War witnesses are mostly people who experienced what it was like to be under the rule of the Axis forces and on the other side of the coin to be liberated by the Canadians and the allied forces.” The idea and motivation to interview war veterans came after Cameron and his uncle, who was a World War II veteran,
were getting ready to talk about his experiences in 2001. “My uncle was just starting to open up and he thought it was important that kids today know what war veterans did. We never had a chance to talk because he died before we could. That is the major thing that sticks in my head,” said Cameron. “The purpose is to let people know, especially younger people, the history. I find the Canadian military history is going further and further from our general knowledge. It’s great that it’s written down and that we hear the second and third-hand stories, but something gets lost there. I think it’s important if we put on a DVD and watch the veterans talk about their experiences and we see it coming directly from them. You get the emotion, you hear their voices and you can see their faces. That’s the most important thing.” Once Cameron completes an interview and edits it, the family of the veteran gets a copy of the DVD and Cameron keeps it not only for archive purposes, but also to put them up on the Veterans Voices of Canada web site as well as donating copies to educational institutions and museums. “Every week I try to get two profiles up on the web site. This is something that if the veteran sees and the families see, they can be proud of.” With Remembrance Day around the corner, Cameron said it’s the perfect time to reflect on the sacrifices veterans have given for Canadians. “It’s important to know why we’re here and why we have the freedoms we have. Their expe-
riences are still relevant today and are still important today. It’s important to thank our veterans.” In addition, in recent years, Cameron has began an initiative that is now seen across Canada called the Flags of Remembrance. Flags of Remembrance sees more than 100 Canadian flags erected for two weeks in honour and tribute of the men and women of the Armed Forces. The local ceremony took place on Oct. 1st along Hwy. 11 with flags being raised simultaneously across the country at noon sharp in Sylvan Lake, Edson, Ponoka, Okanagan Valley, Kingston, Ottawa, Riverview, Charlottetown and also Cameron’s hometown of Sydney, Nova Scotia. “This organization has been growing substantially over the years, and it’s thanks to the people I have who believed in what I am trying to do and who are now a part of the team with me. I’m fortunate to have an amazing group of people who make up the Veterans Voices of Canada board, other committees as well as amazing support from generous businesses and people from across Canada,” he said. “Along with our main mission of continued veteran documentation and our now annual and cross-country Flags of Remembrance, we will again begin our successful and highly anticipated Veteran Appreciation Day in 2017. “We truly want to make remembrance and give tribute to our veterans (past and present) an every day event as much as possible though our remembrance and tribute initiatives. All of the people within our organization
across Canada truly understand the meaning of remembrance and of giving tribute - it’s a prerequisite to being a part of this organization.” Veterans Voices of Canada is a registered charity and runs
mainly on donations and sponsorships. Tax receipts are available for donations over $25. For more information, including opportunities to volunteer, visit www.vetvoicecan.org. efawcett@reddeerexpress.com
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IN HONOUR - The annual Flags of Remembrance ceremony took place last month at Meadowlands Golf Course. About 50 people braved the cold and rain on the Saturday morning to attend the event, which saw 128 Canadian Flags unfurled on Hwy. 11 in remembrance of Canada’s fallen soldiers. The Flags of Remembrance is a Veterans Voices of Canada initiative. Express file photo
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Remembrance 11.11.2016 Day Annual Poppy Campaign helps local veterans BY ZACHARY CORMIER Express staff
The poppy. It’s a symbol of remembrance that is held very near and dear to the hearts of many Canadians. Every year in the month of November, thousands of people in Red Deer don the poppy over their hearts and remember those who fought and died for our freedom. But the poppy has another significance as well, because each year funds raised through the Royal Canadian Legion’s annual Poppy Campaign go to support veterans in need and their families. “The Poppy Campaign raises funds that we use here within the Red Deer area. Last year we raised over $90,000,” said Neil St. Denys, the vice-chair of the Poppy Committee at the Red Deer Legion branch. According to St. Denys, all of the money raised from donations for poppies and memorial wreathes goes to local veterans and causes which may assist them through the course of their work. “Part of the money we’ll donate to Meals on Wheels, St. John’s Ambulance, those kinds of places because they’ll deal with veterans in the course of their work. It’s a very worthwhile project for us, it happens every year.” With money from the Poppy Fund, the Legion also supports various health care services for medical equipment, community drop-in centres and Veteran Transition Programs. They also provide direct support to veterans
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in the form of grants for food, heating costs, clothing, prescription medication, medical appliances and equipment, essential home repairs and emergency shelter or assistance. “It’s quite entailed. Our Poppy Campaign in Red Deer is two-fold - we do what we call a blitz and that’s where we set tables in major grocery stores and the malls and we get two volunteers to sit there and answer questions if people want to come in. That lasts for two days. Then we have business routes. We have people who go out and put poppy trays in most of the businesses within Red Deer,” St. Denys said. This year, the blitz ran on Oct. 28th and Oct. 29th, with tables housed in many high-traffic areas in the City such as Bower Mall and Parkland Mall. “We don’t sell poppies, people take poppies and they make donations. Donations range anywhere from pennies all the way up to $60, $70, $80,” St. Denys said. According to St. Denys, the Red Deer Legion alone distributes around 70,000 poppies per year on average throughout the City. In fact, if you walk in the Red Deer Legion’s board room at any point from mid-October you’ll find boxes upon boxes stacked against the wall, each of which holds around 1,000 poppies. “We send out 20,000 to public and Catholic schools and then there’s the private schools as well,” St. Denys said, noting that distributing that number of poppies is no small task. In fact, each year volunteers put in around 2,000 hours
REMEMBERING - Neil St. Denys, the vice-chair of the Red Deer Legion branch’s Poppy Committee, holds a poppy at the Legion branch. Zachary Cormier/Red Deer Express to make the project a success. “If you start adding it all up, it’s a lot of people that happens within a very short period of time.” In addition to the annual distribution of poppies throughout the community, the Poppy Campaign also helps to promote and coordinate a number of other events in that time, including the annual Remembrance Day Ceremony, which this year will be held at Crossroads Church, and the
annual Literary and Poster Contests for Canadian school children. “We get some gorgeous things coming in. The posters come in black and while or coloured. And some of the essays are really good,” St. Denys said with a smile. The poppy campaign always starts on the last Friday of October and runs until after Nov. 11th. zcormier@reddeerexpress.com
Red Deer Remembrance Day ceremonies The Remembrance Day ceremony, annually held at the former Red Deer Arena, has been relocated due to the construction of the new arena. This ceremony, organized by the Red Deer Legion, will be held at CrossRoads Church (3105 Range Road 275) for the next two years while the new downtown arena is being constructed. Alternatively, residents may attend the ceremony hosted by the Korean
War Veteran’s Association at Veterans’ Park (49 Ave. and Ross Street). Both ceremonies start at 10:30 a.m. on Nov. 11th. For residents attending the ceremony at CrossRoads Church, free transit is being offered from Sorensen Station every 15 minutes from 9 a.m. with the last bus leaving Sorensen Station at 10:15 a.m. The bus will pick-up at the former Red Deer Arena en route to CrossRoads. Buses
will depart CrossRoads Church following the ceremony and will continue until demand is over. Action Buses may be booked to go to either CrossRoads Church or Veterans’ Park, up until Nov. 9th. For more information, visit: http://www. reddeer.ca/whats-happening/remembrance-day-ceremonies-2016/ -Weber
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2016 Remembrance Day Poetry Contest Winners
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The Express appreciates the efforts of everyone who submitted poems for our poetry contest. Unfortunately we could only print the winners however, we have posted all entries on our website at www.reddeerexpress.com under our community section.
Never Forget
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For all our brave soldiers that have died, And for all the grief stricken families that have cried, We honour you within our hearts, You have played a courageous part
This war we shall never regret For all our soldiers that have died For all the families that have cried We paid the price with loss and grief We hope the soldiers found relief
The poppies that grow in Flanders’ Fields Honour our soldiers and the dark story they reveal They grow in memory of our fallen ones Who fought until the war was won
Within our hearts you shall remain All your deaths weren’t in vain You won the war and paid the price Now you rest in the hands of Christ
They fought for freedom, they fought for a cause And with it came such a big loss But these people we shall never forget
We thank you for what you’ve done We thank you for fighting the war we won Our fallen soldiers we shall honour You shall remain in our hearts forever
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Always Remember Anna Tapp
A day where we remember, Lots of soldiers, in November. Was everyone ready for what was coming? All those people who didn’t come home running. You and I can’t imagine what those people felt. So that’s what I’m writing this poem about.
Remember the soldiers who gave their lives,
Eternally with God may they thrive Mighty were the soldiers who passed on Everyone who did now sings God’s song. Memories of those who passed, Beloved memories that are in the past. Everyone who gave a ray of hope, Remember the people who had to cope.
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The Soldier’s Gift Kathy Dillman
As I stand watching, my eyes are wet And I make a promise that I will not forget. I feel the poppy on my chest In honour of those laid to rest. So many lives were lost And I see their names beneath the frost. Do their spirits hear the bugle call? As it plays, more tears fall. They deserve more than just a moment’s pause To remember their fight for our cause. On this cold November morning, I am free Because soldiers gave their lives for me. Not just me, but everyone, And this is what I’ll teach my son. We will not forget, not now, not ever, This gift that came from their last endeavor.
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Chamber Singers founder Sadie Braun leaves rich legacy BY MARK WEBER Express staff
Truly dedicated to the betterment of the Red Deer community, Sadie Braun passed away last week. Braun launched the Red Deer Chamber Singers just over 40 years ago after directing the all-women’s musical troupe The Waska-Sues. She passed away Nov. 2nd. A Remembering Sadie gathering is set for Nov. 12th at Red Deer College, said her daughter Sharon Braun. “It’s open to anyone who wants to come.” It will run from 1 to 4 p.m. in the lobby of the Red Deer College Arts Centre. A spring memorial is planned as well. “She had a great joy of family and her music,” said Sharon. “I’ve had so many people, many who I don’t know, who tell me, ‘Your mom taught me, or my brother or whoever - so she was a very busy woman, and she was very dedicated to being part of life and of society - she wanted to give as much as she could. “She was so involved in the community, and she just wanted to participate. She wanted to share her joy of music.” Sharon is also thankful that her mom was able to attend the 40th anniversary celebration this year, too. “It was a living tribute to her, too.” Just this past spring, the Chamber Singers marked a tremendously significant milestone, presenting ‘40 Years Singing with Sadie’ in May at Gaetz Memorial United Church. Looking back to those early days, eventually
Sadie wanted to start up a singing group for men and women, and The Madrigal Singers began. They later became The Chamber Singers under her direction. From the start, Sadie found such joy in directing the group and made many friends over the years through both the choir and her teaching career in the community as well. Currently, the group has about 20 members and is under the direction of Sharon - a wonderfully accomplished and respected musician and opera singer in her own right. Sadie passed the baton back in 2007, but she remained an integral part of the group of course. Sadie originally hailed from southern Manitoba. And it was during her early years that a passion for music was born. Along with the flourishing gift for music was a love for nursing, too. So over the years, she certainly had her hands full with a nursing career while also raising a family (three children) and of course growing her remarkable musical abilities as well. Sadie’s mom taught her a few melodies as well. “Music has always been part of my life,” she commented this past spring prior to the anniversary concert. When the family came to Red Deer in 1971, Sadie started working at the local hospital. She worked on the obstetrics ward for 10 years or so. She had also said that seeing the transformative powers of music amongst choir members over the years was also rewarding, said Sadie. Sometimes, folks would come to rehearsal saying they were feeling tired, and nearly stayed home. “But when
REMEMBERING - Pictured here are Sadie Braun and her daughter Sharon Braun earlier this year. Sadie, the founder of the Red Deer Chamber Singers, passed away Nov. 2nd. Express file photo they finished the rehearsal, they’d go home singing. It puts them in a different world. “It would revive them, and that’s the beauty of music.” Indeed. For Sharon, directing the choir provides another rich means of tapping into the wonders of music. She teaches voice at RDC as well, but finds balancing the two areas a continually fulfilling venture. As to her mom, she’s proud of her legacy and the impact that Sadie had on so many lives. “She did it because she wanted to do it, not because she wanted any kind of glory or anything like that,” she said of her mother’s active role in the Red Deer and Central Alberta community. “She was quite the remarkable lady.” Nellie Radomsky, a friend of Sadie’s, agreed.
“I first knew Sadie on a personal level when she taught piano lessons to our daughter and remember her skill and passion and always her ongoing interest even when the lessons stopped,” she said. ”Sadie started a music group many years ago and I had the pleasure of joining over 10 years ago. During that time Sadie was an incredible inspiration to all of us, not only with her playing but with the encouragement she gave to all of us. “I was fortunate to play a number of two piano works with Sadie, and the time I spent in her house practicing was a profound blessing for me and a memory I will always cherish. “Her leadership in the community with her church and the Chamber Singers is really immeasurable. She will be missed by so many.” mark.weber@reddeerexpress.com
Sheraton celebrity dancers announced The dancers for the Sheraton Celebrity Dance Off have been revealed. Eight community leaders will step onto the dance floor in support of Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre (CACAC) and Central Alberta Sexual Assault Support Centre (CASASC).
The dancers include former NHL player Sheldon Kennedy, as well as Rollie Cyr and Jodie Schreiner, who are leaders in Calgary’s sports world. Local dancers include Colleen Manning, owner and manager of Studio Pilates, Dustin Snider, manger of Earls Red Deer, Jesse
Wallin, former NHL player, Karen Goranson, CACAC board member and Sherri Ryckman, district manager for Central Alberta at The Co-operators. Christine Moore, co-chair of the 2017 event says, “We are delighted to partner with the CACAC and CASASC. This
innovative partnership honours CASASC 30-year long history of service to our community and welcomes the groundbreaking vision that CACAC brings to our region. This collaboration embodies the spirit of the Sheraton Celebrity Dance Off in so many ways. A vision of building com-
munity by intentionally working together for the good of all. “The Sheraton Celebrity Dance Off has evolved into a celebrated community builder. It brings together the professional dance community, community leaders, the business community, and many talented volunteers. And once again, eight communi-
ty leaders are willing to step out of their comfort zone to make a real difference in the live of others.” The Sheraton Celebrity Dance Off 2017 will take place on April 7th at the Sheraton Red Deer Hotel. Tickets will go on sale on Jan. 23rd. - Fawcett
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police ECKVILLE STORE BROKEN INTO On Nov. 7th at 10 p.m., the Eckville Super Service gas station located at 5119 50th St. in Eckville was broken into when two males smashed the front door and one masked male made entry into the business where he stole a large number of cigarettes before fleeing with a second male in a white 2005 - 2007, F250 F350 model pick up truck. Both male suspects described as 25 - 30 years of age, with medium builds and between 170 - 180 lbs. Sylvan Lake RCMP are asking anyone who may have information regarding this occurrence to contact the Sylvan Lake RCMP at 403-858-7200. Those wishing to remain anonymous tipsters can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or at www. tipsubmit.com.
ARRESTS MADE AFTER SHOTS FIRED Red Deer RCMP arrested three men after shots were fired in the Riverside Meadows neighbourhood last week. At 12:30 a.m. on Oct. 28th, RCMP received a report of shots fired in the area of 59th St. and 58th Ave. Police contained the area and located a number of shell casings. Shortly after 4:30 a.m., RCMP were called to the same location in response to a group of males reported to be causing a disturbance, with one reported to be in possession of a handgun. Police arrested two
men without incident, and the third was taken into custody after a brief foot chase. Police officers seized a loaded handgun at the scene. At this point in the investigation, RCMP believe the shots were fired after an altercation between two groups of people who knew each other, and that this was not a random event. No one was injured, and RCMP continue to investigate and to look for witnesses. The names and charges against the three arrested will be released once those charges have been sworn before the courts. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Red Deer RCMP at 403-343-5575. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477 or report it online at www.tipsubmit.com.
MAN WITH MULTIPLE WARRANTS ARRESTED Red Deer RCMP have arrested a Red Deer man who was wanted on 22 outstanding warrants after he attempted to flee police officers on foot and was located by a police dog. At 10:30 p.m. on Oct. 25th, RCMP responded to a report of a suspicious van in the area of 77th St. and 47th Ave. Close, where they located a 29-year-old man and a 17-year-old female. The male suspect, who was wanted on 22 outstanding warrants, fled on foot. RCMP contained the area and brought in Police Dog Services, who quickly located the suspect. The
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2005 Dodge Caravan had been reported stolen out of Red Deer earlier the same day. Chad Allen Brown, 29, has been charged with identity fraud to avoid arrest, two counts of obstructing/resisting a police officer, possession of stolen property under $5,000 and three counts of failing to comply with conditions. Brown was further wanted on 22 warrants, all out of Red Deer, for three counts of possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, five counts of failing to attend court, two counts of possession of methamphetamine, six counts of failing to comply with court-imposed conditions, possession of stolen property, possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose, obstructing/resisting a peace officer and three traffic violations. The female youth was released without charge.
MAN CHARGED WITH CARELESS DRIVING A Red Deer man has been charged with careless driving under the Traffic Safety Act after a three-vehicle collision shut down Taylor Drive at Grant Street for more than an hour last month. The collision occurred at 8:45 a.m. when a 58-year-old Red Deer man in a gold Ford Explorer Sport Trac drove the wrong way on southbound Taylor Drive, colliding at Grant Street with a Ford Escape and pushing it into a second Ford Escape that was behind it. The male driver was not injured; the female drivers
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POLICE INVESTIGATE SHOOTING Red Deer RCMP are investigating the shooting of a 36-year-old man in Red Deer last month. At 11:30 p.m. on Oct. 14th, RCMP received a report that a man was at the hospital with a gunshot wound. RCMP attended the hospital and located a 36-year-old man who had suffered a non-life-threatening injury after being shot in the abdomen with buckshot pellets. RCMP have conducted multiple interviews with the victim, who was conscious and lucid and a witness. Red Deer RCMP have not yet determined the location of the shooting and do not have descriptions of the suspects at this time. Red Deer RCMP do not believe this was a random act, and continue to investigate and to look for witnesses. Anyone with information about this incident can contact the Red Deer RCMP at 403-3435575. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or report it online at www.tipsubmit.com.
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First annual Christmas Wish Breakfast set for this month BY MARK WEBER Express staff
Organizers are gearing up for the first annual Christmas Wish Breakfast, to be held Nov. 20th at the Black Knight Inn. The event runs from 8 to 11 a.m. and the focus is on helping children in need, said Lynn Iviney, Christmas Wish Breakfast chair. When a new toy is brought to the event, generous Red Deerians will be treated to a free hot breakfast buffet, some Christmas entertainment, and the ‘feel-good’ spirit of helping those in need at Christmastime. Cash donations to these agencies will also be accepted, and a charitable receipt provided if requested, she said. Special entertainment will feature local choirs including Soliloquy and the Wildrose Harmonizers among others, and, of course, Santa will visit. “This is something that I have wanted to do for a number of years,� said Iviney, adding how critical the support and sponsorship of the Black Knight Inn, Stantec and IFR Workwear has been to putting the event on in the first place. “I couldn’t do this without my sponsors and my amazing committee,� she said. “My opening line to everyone has been, ‘I don’t have the money to pay for this’ - and everyone has just stepped up to the plate.
“Everything has been wonderful - and it’s just getting a life of its own now.� Ultimately, the community is invited to kick off the season by bringing a new unwrapped toy and enjoying breakfast and some Christmas spirit at the event. “This is the first annual, but I’m sure it will go beyond the first one. I’m really hopeful.� Red Deer continues to grow, and with that growth the community sees an increasing number of families that could use some help at Christmastime, she said. Last year the two main agencies helping Red Deer families at Christmas, the Red Deer Christmas Bureau and the Red Deer Salvation Army, served over 4,500 people. That number is expected to grow this year. “It can be a really challenging time.� Iviney said the Christmas Wish Breakfast will support both these agencies via the proceeds and by gathering donations of new toys for children. “They both are very beneficial to the community.� For more information, call Lynn Iviney at 403-392-9523 or find them on facebook at ‘1st annual Christmas Wish Breakfast in Red Deer’. Iviney did add that while their is no cost, there are tickets available at the Black Knight Inn to help staff with planning in terms of the numbers of guests. mark.weber@reddeerexpress.com
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• Holiday meals and gifts: Combating hunger and isolation that winter and poverty can bring. • Out of the Cold programs: Providing hot meals and/or beds to the homeless and hungry. • Winter coats, socks and boots: Keeping everyone warm through the cold of winter. • Support for the homeless: Providing clothing, shelter, boots, sleeping bags and care kits. • Meals on Wheels and transportation assistance: Helping seniors and the disabled eat well through the winter and make it to critical medical appointments in any weather. • Friendly visits and calls: Keeping seniors connected and offering cheer during the holidays. • Recreation opportunities:
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Neon Dreams heads to Cowboys on current tour BY MARK WEBER Express staff
Ever since the gifted fellows of Neon Dreams met back in their high school days, they have been on a mission to ‘bridge the worlds of pop and electronic dance music’. So far, they’ve made a significant amount of progress, with two Top 40 Billboard singles, over 40 TV placements on shows ranging from Keeping Up With The Kardashians to Silicon Valley, and beating out dozens of Canada’s top emerging acts to win the 2016 Juno Awards Masterclass competition. The guys play Cowboys on Nov. 10th. “Performing for me just creates such an energy and an interaction with people who are experiencing your music,” explained DJ/vocalist Corey LeRue. “To create it and then to be able to perform it in a way that really gets people excited, and seeing those reactions.” And hearing folks relate how the music has affected them. “That’s the stuff that’s really cool.” Currently, the guys are in Toronto for Juno Master Classes - the guys were selected by a super jury of Juno alumni, and during their stint in TO they are landing support from Canada’s premier artist development program to help them take their careers to the next level and get ‘Juno ready’ before heading to the 2017 Juno Awards in Ottawa. “They made this true artist development program, which they call Master Class,” he said. “This is the second year it’s been running. What happens is that applicants from across the country apply, then they are broken down to a top 10.” From there, it was down to choosing the top three - of which Neon Dreams was one. “It’s been amazing. It’s pretty much a full week of development on the creative side and the business side. You work with industry leaders, professionals and get the inside scoop on the business, how to grow your business and how to get better,” he explained. “It’s an all around development class, and the goal is to take these acts and make them Juno-ready. So you are accelerating yourself and accelerating your business to get to that next level. “The inspiration - and the information that we have also taken in this week - has been phenomenal.” Rounding out the band are lead vocalist Frank Kadillac, guitarist Matt Gats and drummer Adrian Morris. The four hail from Halifax and as they lay down plans for a full-length CD release at some point in 2017, these days they are riding high on the success of their tremendous seven-song EP To You, led by the fabulous single Marching Bands featuring Toronto hip-hop legend Kardinal Offishall. Other standouts include Best of Your Heart,
AND THEY’RE OFF - East coast band Neon Dreams performs at Cowboys on Nov. 10th featuring a range of tunes from their latest EP To You. photo submitted
the reggae-tinged charms of Find a Way and the steady and enticing clip of If I Say. To You unveils yet another kind of sonic stamp from this extraordinary band - progressive pop with that starkly unique Neon Dreams twist. Wrapping up the project is the relatively slowed-down, thoughtfully-rendered Wallpaper. As for Marching Bands, the track has racked up over two million Spotify streams and counting. “It was released in May, and it’s really starting to gain traction right now,” he said, adding they want to give the spectrum of songs on the project to be featured as single cuts in and of themselves. As to the early days, the guys’ history stretches back, as mentioned, to high school. “I met Adrian in band class,” he recalls. “He was playing percussion and I was playing trumpet. “He later joined a rock band with the other two guys - Frank and Matt - who also went to
school together in another high school. We all eventually connected and found we were making hip-hop and dance music, and all of a sudden we started creating a project. And Neon Dreams was eventually created three years ago. “Our approach to music is also a lot different - we are very ‘single’ focused. Our focus is on making the best song, and having a song that can stand on its own and be able to shine,” he explained. “That’s kind of our mentality, is that singles focus.” Beats the old days of CDs which, aside from the gems, always had those predictable filler cuts. “That just makes no sense - it’s the worst thing,” he said with a laugh. “It’s like, why even put it out?” Meanwhile, things shifted into high gear at the start of 2015 when they caught the ear of Waka Flocka Flame, who signed the band to his man-
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These days, Jacobson is recording a single in Toronto with his Ontario band - Steve Thomas on drums and Bryant Didier on bass. “Didier is Gifted local musician Charlie Jacobson is gearing producing the track. The new single will be availup for a show at the Elks Lodge on Nov. 12th, able for Christmas as a ‘B Side’ to my Christmas presented by the Central Music Festival Society. single that I am recording called Christmas at The Showtime is 8 p.m. with doors opening at 7 p.m. Commercial Hotel. Jacobson, an accomplished musician and song“This is also the third year in a row that I am writer, serves up tunes that span a number of genres scheduled to perform for seven nights at Blues on from blues and funk to rock and R&B. He’s been a Whyte in the Commercial Hotel in Edmonton.” busy guy this past year, continuing to Looking ahead, a full length make a name for himself nation-wide Charlie Jacobson release is set for ▾ via his own unique interpretation of January of 2017. “MUSIC HAS a range of genres. The project will include original ALWAYS BEEN “In 2016, I have travelled across songs written and performed on Canada twice as The Artist on Board PRESENT IN MY the road including Train Bridge, CN rail performing for the passengers LIFE. IT’S NOT SET Streetcar, Bluesmobile, Train Whistle on the train,” he said. “I’ve also flown and Goin’ To Dawson to name a few. ASIDE FOR ANY back and forth to Ontario seven times Jacobson was exposed early to CERTAIN TIME; this year for performances. Otherwise diverse styles as a child, attending I’ve been on the highway performing MUSIC IS A PART folk festivals, rock shows, musical over 100 dates with my band, solo theatre, community classical, jazz OF EVERYTHING and backing up Kenny ‘Blues Boss’ and bluegrass concerts and sleepFOR ME.” Wayne, Russell Jackson and Sherman ing above rehearsals of his parents’ ‘Tank’ Doucette.” rhythm and blues and folk bands. Charlie Last February, he also tracked the With his guitar and suitcase drums Jacobson guitar for the latest Kenny ‘Blues Boss’ always packed in the car, his nomadic ▴ Wayne album ‘live off the floor’ with lifestyle takes him to shows ranging the rest of the band. “The album from music festivals, house concerts, Jumpin’ and Boppin’ for Joy went to number one large blues clubs to community halls and theatres. on American and Canadian Blues and Roots Fans might see him fronting the Charlie Jacobson charts. And currently Kenny, Sherman Doucette Band or recreating that full sound on his own, and I are performing regularly in Kelowna for playing his suitcase drums with his heels, ripping School of Blues at the Rotary Arts Centre as well on the guitar, singing and dancing. as the Lake City Casino, the Capri Hotel, Hotel “Music has always been present in my life. It’s Eldorado, Wineries, events and festivals.” not set aside for any certain time; music is a part
ON THE ROAD - Charlie Jacobson brings his extensive collection of tunes to the Elks Lodge on Nov. 12th. The show is being presented by the Central Music Festival Society. Nate Osborne Photography
of everything for me,” he added. “As a child, I would fall asleep to the sound of my parents band rehearsing in the kitchen. My parents write original music, performed at music festivals and released original recordings on vinyl, tapes and CDs. My sister is also a great singer and performed in musical theatre and choirs.” His success at such a young age isn’t surprising given the fact he comes from talented stock to be sure. As mentioned, his parents - Bruce Jacobson and Teresa Neuman - are both musicians as well. He’s been performing onstage since he was four or five years old. Over the years as a youth, he studied piano and guitar - largely self-taught and taught by his parents as well. He also started taking fiddle lessons at age seven. “We had our last official family band performance at the Central Music Festival as The Jacobson 4.
There is nothing better than getting together with your family and playing music together especially original songs.” For the show here in the City, Jacobson has enlisted his father Bruce to perform with him at the Elks Lodge on second guitar as well as his old band mates - Andy Hamilton on bass and Kent Cadman on drums. Jacobson released his solo debut EP Live from the Chop Bin in 2013. He also released his first full length project self-titled album The Charlie Jacobson Band last year. “The most fulfilling part about being a musician is playing music for an appreciative audience,” he explained. “Travelling, seeing new places and hearing new music continues to inspire me creatively.” Buy tickets online at www.centralmusicfest.com. mark.weber@reddeerexpress.com
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The four letter word we need more of It’s not the four letter word you’re thinking of - that word is used far too often. I am talking about a different word, a much more powerful word. A word that can get a family through the worst crisis imaginable, through a war or famine. Without this word, all is lost and people give up. The word is hope. When it comes to mental health, some times hope is all we have. In Alberta, with all that is happening in the economy, young men especially are choosing to end their lives at an alarming rate because, among other things - they have lost hope. There has been a rise of over 30% in suicide in our province in the past year leading to an average of one suicide a day. That breaks my heart. Although I am supposed to write a weekly health, lifestyle and fitness article today I have been moved to write about this trend instead.
When I was a young teenager I went down this dangerous road. Thankfully, I failed at my chosen task. Speaking to a close friend this week who has recently lost his son, I tried to be supportive and share that it was not his fault. Having been in a similar situation once myself, I felt the need to stress the importance of this. It is not your fault. I will get back to fitness and health, but before I do, I ask that you be on the watch for signs of a suicidal person. According to the government’s Mental Health site one should watch for these things: - Talking about wanting to die or to kill oneself. - Looking for a way to kill oneself. - Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live. - Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain. - Talking about being a burden to others.
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- Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs. - Acting anxious or agitated. - Behaving recklessly. - Sleeping too little or too much. - Withdrawing or feeling isolated. - Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge. - Displaying extreme mood swings. Maybe, just maybe, if we can talk about this as a society we can in turn stop someone from losing hope. For those of us not in that place, hope is still critical. Hope is often all we have. Any time you start something new, like an exercise program, you start with hope. Hope that your dreams and goals will come true or at least your pants will fit again. With this tough economy and our ‘interesting’ government, losing hope is pretty easy. Lots of us are really digging deep to find a way through and hope is what we need. So how do you find hope when it seems all is crashing down around you? Everyone is different, but here’s what keeps me
going some days: 1. Make a list of all the great things you have done in your life so far. Shoot for 100 at least. Remember to include all the things that were really hard, where it seemed you would not succeed, but you did. 2. Go outside. Nature is amazing and has no awareness of economy, politics, bad drivers or anything. Check Jarvis Bay trails and stare out at Sylvan Lake. The lake is truly full of hope. 3. Find yourself a ‘battery’. You know, those people that charge you up. They say great things and are always inspirational. Hang out with those people or just give them a call. Ask them how they are doing and what they are up to. Don’t talk about your problems yet. Then maybe bring them up and ask if they have a fresh perspective. Ask what they would do. Maybe there’s something you haven’t thought of. On the other end of this spectrum, you can also be someone’s battery. 4. Read inspirational material. Go to the library and get the book
Unstoppable by Cynthia Kersey. It’s a book of 45 stories from people that overcame ridiculous odds to succeed. You can also download it for free. Just Google it. Or grab Amanda Lindhout’s book A House in the Sky. It’s amazing. 5. Write out what you wish your life was like a year from now, six months from now, three months from now and then go do anything that brings you closer to that. It could be a $1 lottery ticket or reading about starting a home business, doing 10 push ups, clearing out some junk from your cupboards. It doesn’t matter, so long as it fosters hope. With hope, we can literally do anything. If you or someone you know is at risk of suicide, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273TALK (8255). Trained crisis workers are available to talk 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Scott McDermott is a personal trainer and owner of Best Body Fitness in Sylvan Lake.
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Curl for a Cure event to raise funds for ALS Society BY MARK WEBER Express staff
things they wanted to, she said. According to the ALS Society of Alberta, ALS (also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease) is a progressive neuromuscular disease in which nerve cells die and leave voluntary muscles paralyzed. Everyday, two or three Canadians die of the disease. ALS can strike anyone. It most often occurs between the ages of 40 and 70 but can also occur in older and younger adults, and rarely in teenagers. ALS is usually fatal within two to five years of diagnosis.
The seventh annual Judy Schweitzer ALS Curl for a Cure is set to run Nov. 12th at the Michener Hill Curling Club. Organized by Judy Schweitzer’s daughter, Carrie Mello, the event is also a chance to celebrate the life of Schweitzer, who passed away from ALS in March of 2013. The event runs from 10 a.m. until around 6 p.m. Mello began the Funspiel in honour of her mom, who was passionate about curling. Other highlights of the day include a 50/50 raffle, plus donations will be accepted with all proceeds going to the ALS Society of Alberta. More than 30 curlers have signed up to take part this year, and Mello encourages anyone interested in next year’s Curl for a Cure to email her in September to notify her. Her email address is ALScurlforacure@hotmail.ca. “At this point in time, we are full - but there are raffle prizes and the 50/50, and they can donate and just come on down to join,” she said, adding the goal this year is to raise $2,500. “There are other teams playing that have been touched by ALS in other ways, too, not through my mom.” It’s the ideal means of honouring Schweitzer, who was an avid curler as was her family. “Curling was her thing,” explained Mello, adding that her mom was diagnosed about four years prior to her passing. “It was very hard to watch. My mom was the kind of person who was strong for our family growing up, so to watch her lose those abilities (was hard),” said Mello. The one bright spot was that the family was able to spend time together and express the
Meanwhile, the massive popularity of the annual Ice Bucket Challenge has gone a long way to bolstering awareness about ALS, but there is still a ways to go, said Mello.
It’s also important as knowledge of the disease in general (it used to be called Lou Gehrig’s disease) isn’t always very well known. And as generations come and go, fewer people know who Lou Gehrig – the famed baseball play who died of the disease in 1941 – even is. “More people do know what I’m talking about now - before the Ice Bucket Challenge happened, if I said ‘ALS’ not many people knew what I was talking about. If I mentioned Lou Gehrig’s disease, they might recognize it.” But there is more awareness, “But there will always be room to learn more about how it affects people and how difficult it is both for someone going through it and the family and friends around them.” Mello said the ALS Society of Alberta was a huge help to her and her family throughout her mom’s illness. “They really supported us with anything that we could have possibly needed.”
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How can hospitals and doctors be so cruel? Years ago I wrote that, “The have no right to refuse MAID. problems of the world are caused And if they continue to do so by supposedly intelligent people they should lose public funding. who are largely fools.” But some doctors I haven’t changed Dr. Gifford also refuse to be asmy mind as I look sociated with this at the problems procedure. And surrounding the even if there are new law that allows willing physicians, Medical Aid in Dying obtaining the nec(MAID). I will never essary legal docuunderstand how mentation creates some hospitals and another hurdle. doctors can be so So, being able cruel to those who to die the way you cry out for mercy. want to is not easy. Recently, an But why must it be 84-year-old man, a patient in so difficult? a Vancouver hospital, was afIn 2001 the Dutch parliament flicted with failing kidneys, heart became the first in the world to disease and spinal stenosis, a legalize euthanasia for those narrowing of the spinal canal suffering from incurable disease causing pressure on sensitive and unbearable suffering. cord tissue. Aware of his agonizAs you would expect, this ing future, he asked his doctor liberal approach has been critto apply for MAID. But Catholic icized by those who oppose hospitals and some non-Catho- assisted death. lic facilities do not allow doctors Now, Dutch authorities have or nurse practitioners to assist gone a step further, and I can already hear critics howling. patients in dying. So what happened? He had to They will charge that this latest be transferred to another hospi- act proves Holland is now well tal. This is difficult for anyone on the road to moral ruin. near the end of life, particularly What have they done? if you’re in severe pain. They believe that MAID does His daughter reported, “My not meet the needs of all people. Dad yelled out in agony as they In effect, they state there is more lifted him from his bed to the to suffering than dying from stretcher. He cried out at every terminal cancer pain, or other single bump in the ambulance.” debilitating diseases. I, and some legal experts, beAnd that older people have lieve that no one should have a right to end their lives when to endure such an experience. faced with suffering they find A lawyer recently argued that unbearable. if hospitals were funded by pubHow many of us have seen lic funds to practice religion, the utter despair of a man or they would have the right to woman when a partner of 60 make religious decisions. years suddenly dies? But tax dollars are provided for Or, witnessed the lonely, health care. Hospitals, therefore, forlorn, look of those in nurs-
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Notre Dame Cougars take City championship BY ZACHARY CORMIER Express staff
Revenge wasn’t the first thing on the Notre Dame High School Cougars’ minds heading into the Red Deer High School Football City Final against the Hunting Hills High School Lightning last Saturday afternoon but, after a dominating victory, revenge is exactly what they got. After falling to the Lightning in the final a year ago, the Cougars pulled off the comeback that was a full season in the making, dethroning the defending champions with 39-15 victory at MEGlobal Athletic Park in Lacombe. “The bottom line is we are a good team and the kids played well and they came today to play, which was nice to see,” said Cougars’ Head Coach Gino Castellan after the victory. It was the culmination of a near perfect season for the Cougars, who came into the game as the heavy favourites with a 7-1 record. And it didn’t take long for the ‘Dame boys to draw first blood in the contest either. Before the first quarter had even expired, the Cougars had jumped out to a 16-0 lead thanks to a safety and two majors within the last minute of the first quarter. “We prepped hard last week and I thought we did a good job and we took advantage of what they gave us,” Castellan said of the early lead, which turned out to be a huge boost for the Cougars, especially in the late stages of the game as the Lightning started trying to mount a comeback. In fact, it was pretty much all Cougars throughout the first half. Just five minutes into the second quarter, quarterback Devin Desormeaux tossed an easy pass to a wide open Jacob Palmondon, who took it to the house for a score. Palmondon had a trio of touchdowns on the day to lead his team to their first City title since 2009. “We’ve been waiting for this for a long time and I think just this week we pulled together and we knew what we were capable of doing and we just did it,” said a beaming Palmondon after the game. The Cougars, who normally rely on their running game to pick apart opposing defenses were able to find a lot of success through the air in Saturday’s matchup.
CHAMPS - The Notre Dame High School Cougars hoisted the Red Deer City title after defeating their rival the Hunting Hills High School Lightning 39-15 in the Red Deer High School Football City championship at MEGlobal Athletic Park on Saturday afternoon. Zachary Cormier/Red Deer Express “Hunting Hills is a very aggressive team and we took advantage of that and when you’re very aggressive you’re suceptible to the pass,” Castellan said. Meanwhile, the Notre Dame defense put on a stifling performance throughout the game. Rarely did they let the Hunting Hills offense string together more than a few successful plays as they forced fumble after fumble and turnover after turnover. It took the Lightning until the third quarter to get on the board. “We had a good run. Seven straight
years in this game, four wins in a row. I’m proud of our guys and I’m proud of the character they showed at the end of battle. I know it’s kind of tough
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in a lopsided game and they may have let off a little bit but our guys battled right to the end and that’s going to lead us into next weekend here in the provincial quarter final,” said Lightning Head Coach Kyle Sedgwick of his team’s play. Despite a couple of touchdowns in the final two quarters, a turnover in the last three minutes which turned into a touchdown spelled the final nail in the coffin for Hunting’s fouryear run as champions. Final score: 39-17. With the City final out of the way,
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both teams will now turn their attention to the Football Alberta provincial tournament, which gets underway next week. The Lightning will be competing in the Tier II provincials and will play the Robert Thrisk Comets this Saturday at 1:30 p.m. Later that day, Cougars will kick off their Tier I provincials as they host the Harry Ainley Titans from Edmonton at 4 p.m. Both games will be played at MEGlobal Athletic Park in Lacombe. zcormier@reddeerexpress.com
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Jocelyn Peterman excited to return to Red Deer BY ZACHARY CORMIER Express staff
When the Red Deer Curling Classic gets underway at the Red Deer Curling Club later this month, one curler in the field will be coming home. “It’ll be nice to be back in Red Deer. It’ll be a little bit of a smaller event for us but it’s always nice to come back to the hometown and have that support from everyone there,” said Red Deer’s Jocelyn Peterman, who grew up in the Red Deer Curling Club. “My dad was the ice maker at the Red Deer club for a long time, so it brings back a lot of memories. I spent a lot of hours in that curling club.” Peterman, who was born in Red Deer but now resides in Calgary, plays third for Team Carey, who will be making an appearance at Red Deer’s largest bonspiel of the year in a couple of weeks. Last year marked an impressive debut for the newly-formed team as
they marched all the way to win the Scottie’s Tournament of Hearts. Now the question is whether they’ll be able to put on an encore performance, but Peterman said the quartet of top-notch curlers is aiming even higher this season. “We have the Canada Cup coming up at the end of the month, so that’s a big one for us. If you win that event you get a direct birth to the Olympic Trials, so our goal this year is definitely to earn our Olympic Trials spot.” In order to do that, though, the team will either have to win the Canada Cup, no easy feat, or earn enough points by playing well in the World Curling Tour and Grand Slam of Curling events. So far, she said, the Calgary-based team has been doing pretty well in the latter category as they kicked off their season with a win at the Hokkaido Bank Curling Classic in Hokkaido, Japan in early August. “It’s been pretty good. We won our first event we played in in the sum-
mer in Japan and we had a few little disappointing results but we qualified at the last Grand Slam event,” said the 23-year-0ld University of Calgary grad, who is in Cranbrook, B.C. this week for another Grand Slam of Curling event. “Our season started a lot sooner than it typically would but it was nice to get the opportunity to travel with the team. The four of us hadn’t done any events overseas so it was kind of fun and a good bonding experience. Japan was amazing, we all loved the trip and we won the event, so that was a nice cherry on top.” Then, of course, there’s the matter of trying to defend their Scottie’s title. As the defending champions, Team Carey has a bye into the annual National Women’s Championship as Team Canada, which Peterman said is almost a relief of sorts. “It’s kind of nice to have our whole season planned out knowing that we’re already going to the Scotties as Team
HOMECOMING - Alberta second Jocelyn Peterman is looking forward to curling in the Red Deer Curling Classic later this month. Andrew Klaver/Curling Canada Canada. There’s a little bit of added pressure being Team Canada but we’re more excited about it, I think,” she said, adding that the opportunity to don the maple leaf jerseys for the prestigious
tournament will be a dream come true. “It’s really surreal that we get to go to the Scottie’s again as Team Canada. I’m really looking forward to it.” zcormier@reddeerexpress.com
Musings on the current NHL situations What is happening right now? As a hockey fan, I feel like reality has decided to take me on a little holiday to opposite land, where Gary Bettman is cheered everywhere he goes and where Sean Avery is the most beloved man in hockey (wow, that was a dated reference). Maybe those first two aren’t really true, but perhaps more implausibly, the Montreal Canadiens and Edmonton Oilers are currently among the top five teams in the NHL. Remember a few months ago when we were all laughing at the Habs and Oilers for making what
we thought were the two dumbest trades in history? Seems like a long time ago now, doesn’t it? All of a sudden we’re just a few months away from those teams playing each other in the Stanley Cup final. Ok, let’s not go that far. Habs fans don’t get too smug. This happened last year, remember? Then Carey Price got hurt and suddenly it became apparent that your team was essentially a house
of cards in a wind tunnel. Also how do you lose 10-0 to the Colombus Blue Jackets of all teams? I mean if you’re going to get spanked that badly at least do it against the Blackhawks or something. Yes, you’ve got Weber and I’m sure that feels very good, but he’s got the worst contract in the league so tell me how that’s going in like five years. I’m sure he’ll definitely still be contending for the Norris.
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And Oilers fans, wipe that smug grin off your faces. Connor McDavid’s been freaking great and all. In fact, he might be the best player in the league and he’s only 19. But just ask Mike Babcock what happens when you try to make a 19-year-old sophomore play 18 minutes of ice time. “You jam a guy out there like every shift and like three in a row, stuff like that? It’s hard to have the same pop man,” Babcock told reporters after his Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Oilers 3-2 in overtime after McDavid gave the puck away to Nazem Kadri of all people. (Note: I am writing this before Crosby and McDavid play each other on Tuesday night, so if McJesus somehow scores five goals please disregard the previous point).
Also, you signed Kris Russell so you might be laughing now, but wait until you have to talk to some CORSI nerd in a sports bar. You’ll get your comeuppance for that, I guarantee it. What, bitter? Me? Nah. My Flames signed Kris Versteeg from right under your noses! What would I be bitter about? *starts crying* Ok, deep breaths. Sorry about that, just needed to get that off my chest. This latest California road trip’s been tough on me. (How is it possible to lose 24 straight games in a particular building? I don’t understand!) In all seriousness, it’s still early in the season and we’ve still got a long ways to go before it’s time to start seriously talking about teams who are going to be cup
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competitors this year. That being said, it’s still kind of nice to see two Canadian teams on top of the standings for once. Even if the Flames aren’t one of them (just give them time, they’ll be great - I’m sure of it). So, Oilers and Habs fans, I say enjoy the early success. To be honest, I think both of your teams have the potential to be Cup contenders in the near future. And how much fun is the Battle of Alberta going to be for the next few years? Gaudreau and McDavid playing against each other? That’s awesome. But even with a great start, it’s still hockey and anything can happen. Please don’t burn my house down. zcormier@reddeerexpress.com
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NATURAL LIGHT - This bright, spacious living room in a Krest Homes show home in Loretto showcases an elegant design and tasteful decor.
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Getting the ‘wow’ factor out of your home There is a struggle that is real when it comes to our homes. Do we give into whimsy and forget about value or do we stay the course and make the practical decision? I have been working with two clients this week; one who is practical and all about numbers and the other is a little more fanciful and wants the wow factor. I always recommend buying a good house for the dollar but sometimes charm and character can cloud our vision. One client of mine wanted a home that her friends and family would enter and have an immediate positive reaction to even though the home didn’t have the square footage she required for her children. So, what is a person to do? We know not all houses have that ‘wow’ factor and that some are
just square boxes set on a square piece of land on a square block in a square neighbourhood. How do you get that ‘wow’ factor into a home that fits your budget but doesn’t fit your personality? Décor and colour are the way to go, especially if you live in a plain, boring box. A friend of mine put up a picture on Instagram on Halloween showing off her kids costumes and me being me, I zoomed right past the kids in the photo and focused on her fabulous, new misty green cabinets. They were beautiful! I made some comment disregarding her children and praising her cabinets but she didn’t seem offended and told me that they had renovated and loved the cabinet colour. Is the kitchen a spectacular layout and are they custom cabi-
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What exactly is a mortgage broker? We are inundated constantly with so much information on so many topics that it can be exhausting to keep it all straight. Add this to the fact that realistically most of us only go through the mortgage process a few times in our lives so you only have to know it very briefly before getting back to real life. On top of both of too much information and not doing it often is the fact that a mortgage involves your home and your finances making it it a potential hotbed of stress. It really is no wonder that many Canadians are not totally familiar with what exactly a mortgage broker does and why they should even consider them. Let’s take a look and why you should give them a call next time you are in the mortgage process. 1. What is a mortgage broker? A mortgage broker is an individual who has taken their provincially administered course and passed an exam allowing them to deal in mortgages. From there they are watched forever by their provincial regulatory association to make sure your best interests are always protected. You as a consumer can file a complaint should you need to and I can assure you it is taken very seriously by these associations.
2. What do they do exactly? They take your application and gather all the necessary documentation for the mortgage lender. They submit to the lender they see as having the best product for you and work as a go between you and the lender until they know you have full approval for the mortgage. 3. Who pays them? Usually it is the banks and the mortgages lenders but in some cases you pay them directly though you would know this well ahead of time. The commission a mortgage broker makes is budgeted for by these companies. It is a normal cost of business and can be paid to the broker or to the bank employee and the net effect is the same to you the consumer. 4. Why would you consider using a mortgage broker? They have access to a wide variety of mortgage lenders. Considering that every situation is slightly unique, it can be a relief knowing that if ‘Bank A’ says no to your application that there are many more the mortgage broker can present your application to without you having to make appointments with each. 5. What if you want a bank you know? Mortgage brokers deal with many of the main banks in Canada but often do a much higher volume than you
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doing just your own mortgage. They can get better rates and often faster turnaround. 6. Are they safe? You bet! This group is watched carefully by the regulators. 7. Aren’t they just for people with bad credit? Heck no! • Self employed • Owning more than one property
• Normal folks looking for their best mortgage • Going through the separation process • Investors • Builders • Credit challenges • And on and on… Mortgage brokers have made the Canadian mortgage market competitive which means
lower rates for you and more money in your pocket at the end of the day. According to a CMHC survey, approximately 51% of first time home buyers chose to go through a mortgage broker. They know the pitfalls you need to avoid. Mortgage brokers are a great resource to save you money both now and down the road as well as sav-
ing you time and reducing your stress overall. Considering your debt is the largest debt you will ever take on, it just makes sense to ensure you are getting the best mortgage rate and terms possible for your situation. Pam Pikkert is a mortgage broker with Dominion Lending Centres - Regional Mortgage Group in Red Deer.
The mother of all doors: the garage door The garage door is the biggest door of the house and it is the one that requires the most attention. In the first place, it has to be chosen well, since it can increase the value of your home by up to 4 percent. Second, it has to be well maintained in order to avoid many of the inconveniences that can arise with a poorly cared-for garage door. The right choice A garage door represents up to 30 percent of your home’s frontage. It is therefore extremely important that it blends with the overall style of the house. Wooden doors are perfect for country-style houses; coated or embossed steel doors blend well with conventional styles; and aluminum doors with transparent, matte, coloured, or frosted glass options are ideal for a modern look. There are two main types of doors on the market. Up-and-over garage doors are available with a canopy gear or retractable gear mechanism. These doors come in one piece and roll on rails towards the ceiling. Then there are sliding doors, whose panels slide on rails, either on the ceiling or wall. Square, rectangular, or arched windows can be added to all these models. You just have to match the colour and texture of the windows to the house, according to your taste. Another aspect that should not be overlooked is the door’s insulation. It helps to keep a stable temperature in the garage and also increases the insulation of adjacent rooms. Proper maintenance A thorough inspection of the garage door should be done once a year. Open and close the garage door manually so that a broken wheel or misaligned panel, which usually results in friction on
the rails, will be more obvious. This exercise will also allow you to check the tension in the springs. Any misalignment of this type prevents the door from remaining at a standstill when it is ajar and makes it very heavy to lift. Such a problem puts a strain on the door’s motor and shortens its lifespan. At the same time, check the solidity of the door’s anchorage and assembly. And don’t forget to take a look at the weather stripping; it should follow the contour of the door perfectly. The next step is to lubricate all moving parts of the door hardware, track, and weather stripping with silicone oil; avoid petroleum-based products. These parts should also be washed, along with the door panels, using a mild soap such as that used for cars. Adjusting the lifting system of a garage door (springs, cables, and other parts) is a delicate task with certain inherent dangers. If you decide to tackle the job yourself, be sure to purchase parts that are marketed as easy and fast to install. But, before starting the work, think carefully about your abilities. It is, in fact, recommended to entrust this task to a professional. After all, for only a few more dollars you might avoid a lot of headaches.
ESCAPE ROOMS Desi gning IN CENTRAL ALBERTA SINCE 1978
UP KEEP - A garage door should always be well maintained. photo submitted
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To place an ad call 403.309.3300, toll free 1-877-223-3311 or email classifieds@reddeerexpress.com Computer Personnel
Births
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Misc. Help
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MICROAGE Senior Computer Technician
The successful candidate must be a team player with strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to mentor junior technicians. Exp. in customer service, good organization skills, self-starter and exp. working in the computer industry. Salary based on exp., company beneÀts. For further details visit www.microage.ca/red-deer Please forward resume to HR@microage.cc
ARE YOU EXPECTING A BABY SOON?
Welcome Wagon
has a special package just for you & your little one! For more information, Call Lori, 403-896-6100
Arts & Crafts Shows
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ANNUAL COOKIE WALK CRAFT, BAKE AND QUILT SALE Saturday, November 19 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 18 Selkirk Blvd. Red Deer (Across from 32nd Street Fire Hall) Cookie boxes $7/each Everyone welcome!
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All Visits are Free. No Obligation. Compliments of Local Businesses. Are you new to the neighbourhood? Expecting a Baby? Planning a Wedding? Call or visit us online! 1-844-299-2466 welcomewagon.ca Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY
Lost
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KEYS, lost at Parkland Mall on Monday, Oct. 31. Key for a Chrysler Van as well as house and garage keys. Has name Dale, also War Amp tags. If found please call 403-347-3792
ONE treasured keepsake, 45 yr. veteran jewel, engraved Shirley Boese. Reward offered. Lost in Red Deer. 403-791-9078
Found
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BACKPACK with some personal items, found in Fairview area on old railway tracks. Must identify to claim. 403-346-7235
Personals
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IMAGINE a Walk-In Clinic where Jesus is the Doctor. Red Deer Healing Rooms operates like a Walk-In Clinic, except it’s Free and open to all! Open Tuesdays from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at: The Space, 5305 - 50th Ave., Red Deer Open to anyone needing healing. No appointment necessary. Ph 403-350-8954 SECRET SALE ~ 50 % off For Lovers Only
Medical
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MEDICAL TRAINEES needed now! Hospitals & doctor’s ofÀces need certiÀed medical ofÀce & administrative staff! No experience needed! We can get you trained! Local job placement assistance available when training is completed. Call for program details! 1-888-627-0297.
Restaurant/ Hotel
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Greenhouse workers wanted for Blue Grass Nursery & Garden Center in Red Deer, Alberta We are looking for 10 full time seasonal employees. No experience needed, training will be provided Starting in February 2017. Duration is for 4 months Wage is $12.20 per hour at maximum 44 hrs./week. Please fax resume to 403-342-7488 Or by email: edgar.rosales@bg-rd.com
HERITAGE LANES BOWLING
Red Deer’s most modern 5 pin bowling center req’s permanent F/T & P/T front counter staff for (eves. and wknds). Must be 18+ yrs. Please send resume to: htglanes@ telus.net or apply in person
HERITAGE LANES BOWLING
Red Deer’s most modern 5 pin bowling center req’s a SPECIAL EVENTS CO-ORDINATOR Please send resume to: htglanes@ telus.net or apply in person
SPRUCE POINT PARK Association is accepting JJAM Management (1987) applications for the Ltd., o/a Tim Horton’s position of Park Manager Caregivers/ Requires to work at these (Seasonal May 1 Aides September 15). Spruce Red Deer, AB locations: Point Park campground #3, 5111 22 St. FT in-home caregiver for and marina facility is 37444 HWY 2 S 7:30 to 4:30/OT. Duties: located on Lesser Slave 37543 HWY 2N cooking, housekeeping, Lake approximately 285 700 3020 22 St. laundry, care for 5 & 10 yr. kms northwest of Food Service Supervisor old. Wage $12.20/hr. CareEdmonton, Alberta near Req’d F/T & P/T the Hamlet of Kinuso. giver or babysitting course, permanent shift, early For complete package and CPR, police clearance. morning, morning, day, details call 780-775-3805 Send resume with ref. to eves. shift weekend day or 780-805-0801 or email: louieandpamie night. 40 - 44 hrs/wk @yahoo.com. 8 Vacancies, $14.00 /hr. + sprucepointpark@gmail.com Closing date: medical, dental, life and December 15, 2016. vision beneÀts. Start ASAP. Job description Clerical www.timhortons.com Employment Experience 1 yr. to less Training than 2 yrs. Education not SERVICE Writer / Parts req’d. Apply in person or Person BVT Truck and MEDICAL fax 403-314-1303 Trailer Repair is a diverse TRANSCRIPTION! mechanic shop specializing In-demand career! in custom aluminum Employers have Business fabrication, repairs and work-at-home positions maintenance for all types Opportunities available. Get online of trucks and trailers. We training you need from an are currently looking for a employer-trusted program. GET FREE vending Service Writer / Parts Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or machines. Can earn Person to join our team in 1-855-768-3362 to start $100,000.00 + per year. Red Deer on the day shift! training for your All cash-locations proResponsibilities: vided. Protected territories. work-at-home career today! ~ Parts sales for current Interest free Ànancing. customers. ~ Opening and Full details call now Advocate closing of work orders. ~ 1-866-668-6629. Website Opportunities ConÀrming technicians www.tcvend.com time and work explanations. ~ Distributing parts CARRIERS Misc. to technicians and billing NEEDED out to correct work orders. Help ~ Shipping and receiving TO DELIVER FLYERS duties. ~ Inventory counts 2 DAYS A WEEK. FOR FEMALE for cleaning, and control. ~ Estimate MORE INFORMATION shopping, assist senior male. parts costs for repairs CALL 403-314-4394 Paid daily. Resume & ref’s when required. ~ Cost conreq’d. 403-342-6545 trol Desired Skills & GREENHOUSE Experience. ~ Proven cusFinancial WORKERS wanted at tomer and driver service. Meadowbrook Green~ Heavy Duty parts experihouses, Penhold. 40 Full ence. ~ Structured and GET BACK on track! Time Seasonal Positions. detail oriented. ~ Good Bad credit? Bills? No experience necessary, communication skills. Unemployed? Need training provided. Starting ~ Ability to multi-task in a money? We lend! If you Feb. 2017. $12.20/hr, 44 fast paced environment. own your own home hrs, 5 days per week, 3 To join our exciting team, you qualify. Pioneer please submit your resume month period. Fax resume Acceptance Corp. Member to 403-886-2252 or email to: P: 800.667.8869 BBB. 1-877-987-1420; www.pioneerwest.com. to sales@mbrook.ca Email: hr@slt.ca
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Legal Services
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CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon. U.S. travel waiver. Divorce? Simple. Fast. Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300/ 1-800-347-2540.
Misc. Services
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A-1 GARBAGE PICK-UP & Recycling avail. weekly or occasional basis. (403) 505-4777. CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll free 1-888-511-2250 or www.canadabeneÀt.ca /free-assessment.
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SECOND 2 NONE Fall Clean-up ~ Trim brush, clean eavestroughs, snow removal. 403-302-7778 SNOW/junk/tree removal, and garage door services. 403-358-1614
Auctions
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17 INDUSTRIAL LOTS West Hill Business Park, Peace River, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction on November 22 in Grande Prairie. Contact Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; rbauction.com/realestate. All West Realty Ltd., Broker.
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METAL ROOFING & SIDING. 32+ colours available at over 55 Distributors. 40 year warranty. 48 hour Express Service available at select supporting Distributors. Call 1-888-263-8254
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Tools
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BOOSTER Cables, #2, Copper clad, $40; Metric Socket Set & Ratchets, extensions & tools and tool box, $100. 403-343-6044
Firewood
1660
LOGS Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar, birch. Price depends on location of delivery. Lil Mule SNOW REMOVAL Logging 403-318-4346 Call Ryan @ 403-348-1459
Snow Removal
1700
INVERSION Table, H.D. $200. 403-343-6044
INTERESTED IN the Community Newspaper business? Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post ADVANCE NOTICE your resume online. BUD HAYNES & WARD’S FREE. Visit: Firearms Auction awna.com/for-job-seekers. 50th Anniversary Sat. & Sun. Dec. 10 & 11 MEDICAL CONDITION? @ 10 A.M. Get up to $40,000 from 11802-145 St. Edmonton the Government of Over 800 Lots, Modern & Canada. Do you or someone you know have Collectable Firearms, ammo Featuring Ken Wardlow’s any of these conditions? Life Time Collection of ADHD, anxiety, asthma, Antique Knives & Tobacco cancer, COPD, Memorabilia. depression, diabetes, On Line Pictured difÀculty walking, Catalogue & Bidding Àbromyalgia, irritable To Consign: bowels, overweight, Linda @403-597-1095 trouble dressing and hundreds more. All ages & Brad Ward 780-940-8378 medical conditions qualify. www.budhaynesauctions.com www.wardsauctions.com Call the BeneÀts Program 1-800-211-3550. LOG HOME & EQUESTRIAN FACILITY PRAIRIESKY ROYALTY Lacombe, Alberta. Ritchie LTD. is a publicly-traded Bros. Auctioneers company in Calgary that Unreserved Auction, April acquires oil & gas fee title 26, 2017 in Edmonton. and royalty interests at fair 4879+/- sq. ft. log home market value. To receive a with 65,850 +/- sq. ft. cash offer, call equestrian facility. 587-293-4055 or visit 158+/- title acres www.prairiesky.com/ $6260+/- surface lease Selling-Your-Royalties . revenue. Jerry Hodge: REACH OVER 1 Million 780-706-6652. Broker: Readers Weekly. Advertise All West Realty Ltd.; Province Wide ClassiÀeds. rbauction.com/realestate. Only $269 + GST (based on 25 words or less). EquipmentCall now for details 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228; Misc. www.awna.com. A-STEEL SHIPPING Painters/ CONTAINERS. 20’, 40’ & 53’. 40’ insulated Decorators reefers/freezers. ModiÀcations possible JG PAINTING, 25 yrs. exp. windows, doors, walls, Free Est. 403-872-8888 as ofÀce, living work-shop, LAUREL TRUDGEON etc., 40’ Áatrack/bridge. Residential Painting and 1-866-528-7108; Colour Consultations. www.rtccontainer.com. 403-342-7801.
Roofing
Health & Beauty
Household Appliances
1710
WANTED: Dead or alive major appliances. Cash for some. 403-342-1055
Misc. for Sale
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100 VHS movies, $75 for all. 403-885-5020 BREADMAKER, $55; Rotisserie Oven, $100; Almost new deep fryer, $45. 403-342-6880 EASTMAN outdoors stainless steel 28L turkey cooker. $75. 403-346-7825
SAWMILLS from only $4,397. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & dvd: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT. 1-800-566-6899 ext. 400OT. WHITE metal table stand, $10; recorder with lesson book and music stand, $5; stove top popcorn popper, $10; personal room humidiÀer, $10; 45” Oval braided rug, green, $10; frosted base table lamp with beige shade, $20. 403-343-1266 WOODEN shelving, $75. 403-885-5020
Piano & Organs
1790
ARE you a family interested in taking piano lessons? I have a lovely piano that I would like to see going to a serious, sincere family. My piano needs a loving home. $200 obo. 403-347-8697 or 403-396-8832.
Sporting Goods
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ELLIPTICAL sports crosstrainer, rpm speed time, distance, pulse, and calories. $200. 403-346-7094
Travel Packages
1900
FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH SPA RV Resort is your winter destination for healing mineral waters, Five-Star Facilities, activities, entertainment, Àtness, friends, and youthful fun! $9.95/day for new customers. Reservations: 1-888-800-0772; foyspa.com.
Wanted To Buy
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WANTED ~ Trip hammer. 403-728-3454 WANTED: Old Tonka toys or parts. 403-318-5310
Grain, Feed Hay
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HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252.
Acreages/ Farms
3010
RURAL Farm home to rent, 20 min. SW of Red Deer. 403-396-7862 Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY
Houses/ Duplexes
3020
SYLVAN LAKE fully furn. rentals, incld’s all utils. & cable. $1200 - $1500./mo. NEG. Call 403-880-0210
Warehouse Space
3140
WAREHOUSE or SHOP SPACE
for lease Riverside Light Industrial, 4614 - 61 St., Red Deer (directly south of Windsor Plywood), 2400 sq. ft. warehouse space with 1,200 sq. ft. mezzanine 55’ x 85’ fenced compound. Chuck 403-350-1777
Farms/ Land
4070
2 AND A 1/2 QUARTERS of land near Prince Albert, SK with nice full yard & beautiful garden. Grows good crops. Great opportunity for starter farmer. Call Doug for further details 306-716-2671.
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Manufactured Homes
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Tires, Parts Acces.
5180
15” STEEL wheel rim, $25. 403-885-5020
Misc. Automotive
5240
ListMaster security garage door opener, (971LM), March 2012, $20. 403-346-7825
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Below are five phone numbers that appear inside our clients’ ads in this week’s Express (includes Special Features & Supplements) Simply match the phone number to the business, fill out the contest form and drop it off at the Express office prior to draw deadline listed. Note: Express office is closed between noon and 1pm daily. 403-334-9766 403-347-2202 800-565-8132 403-314-9628 403-347-3149
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DRAW DATE: DECEMBER 6TH @ NOON
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We will be closed Friday, November 11th for Remembrance Day *Cash prices do not include applicable tax. See dealer for full details.
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