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Stolen vehicles in Red Deer are on the rise and they are being used by criminals to commit other crimes, many of which include drugs and weapons. The RCMP is urging residents to be vigilant. “Stolen vehicles are on the increase, not just in Red Deer, but in Central Alberta, as well as property crimes. People committing property crimes use the stolen vehicles to commit further crimes,” said Cpl. Karyn Kay with the Red Deer RCMP. “That is common anywhere you look. No one wants to do bad things in their own car. They don’t mind destroying someone else’s car. “Part of that is they not only commit other property crimes, but they also commit offences in the drug trade and you get a nasty ring of offences that are caused by stolen vehicles.” She added it only takes a matter of seconds for a criminal to steal a vehicle. “People are out there and they are watching for it. If you leave your vehicle unlocked and running or have a spare key in-
side, you are giving criminals an easy way to wreak havoc in the community. They’re going to use your vehicle to rob people, to break into homes and businesses, to deal drugs and to transport firearms.” One example is when police found a stolen Ford F150 and a snowmobile located behind a residence. When Red Deer RCMP began to investigate, they found four loaded rifles, two shotguns and a loaded pellet handgun inside. “Those weren’t in the vehicle when they were stolen. The people we are arresting associated with these incidents have a property crimes history, they usually have some sort of warrant for their arrest.” In another incident, RCMP patrolling a ‘hot spot’ in the City located a stolen truck. The suspect fled, police dogs tracked him and he was arrested for possession of stolen property over $5,000, obstruction, break and enter, and 13 outstanding warrants. In another investigation, a suspect was also arrested after fleeing from police twice in a stolen vehicle and damaging police cruisers and private vehicles.
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where a suspect was arrested while attempting to commit fraud (in one instance the suspect was arrested attempting to get a payday loan using stolen ID), the ID had been left in a stolen vehicle. Meanwhile, Kay said over the past number of months, Red Deerians have done an excellent job in calling in suspicious vehicles they see in the City.
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Red Deerian educates about Lyme disease Two events coming up as May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month
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Armstrong said prevention tips are the big key, one of the main ones being insect repellent. She added it can also help to wear long pants or long sleeves when hiking. “If you’re wearing long pants and you’re in grass or in the bush or hiking, tuck your pants into your socks.” She said the ticks are so small, with some of them the size of a poppyseed, so one might not feel it in the skin. Wearing a scarf around your neck or hat on your head can also help, she said. “Try and give them no avenues up and in your clothes.” Lastly, she said doing tick checks is important after a hike to make sure you or those around you are okay. To help spread awareness and prevention tips, the Lyme Disease Association of Alberta will be hosting two events in May to help put this disease on people’s radar. On May 14th, they will be featuring a double feature matinee of two Lyme disease documentaries called Under Our Skin and Emergence. That will be held at the Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery from 1 - 5 p.m. Tickets are $10 each or two for $15 and are available in advance by calling 403-896-4284 or at the door. Popcorn and beverages will also be provided. The other event will be held May 25th from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery. This will be an information and fundraiser night, with two keynote speakers. Dr. Shaun Riddle and Dr. Ralph Hawkins will be there to share information on Lyme and its co-infections. For more information visit albertalyme.org.
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City council gave the go-ahead to a City-wide roll-out of the Cart Pilot Project for waste and recyclables on Monday. In April of 2018, residents will receive green carts to dispose of organics, such as yard waste, food scraps and pet waste for year-round, regular pickup and composting. In early 2019, residents will also receive blue carts for recycling and black carts for regular garbage collection. “This is part of our long-term plan to reduce waste, associated greenhouse gas emissions and prolong the life of our landfill,� said Janet Whitesell, waste management superintendent with the City of Red Deer. “Automated waste collection is evolving from an industry best practice to an industry standard and we are excited to be moving in this direction.� Council passed the motion with an amendment adding that a communication and education campaign will be launched in the fall for residents. Also, that, “An implementation plan responding to citizen feedback (would) come back to council for information in eight month’s time.� Mayor Tara Veer had noted that council is committed to engagement with the community, and therefore it was important to note that there are some 29,000 households - not a part of the pilot - that hadn’t had that ‘robust engagement’. “We want to be in a position to be responsive to that,� she said. City Manager Craig Curtis also noted that, “Essentially, the pilot project was a ‘real-time’ engagement of the plan, not just a theory of how it might unfold.� Councillor Lawrence Lee said he felt there had been significant public dialogue to date. “Change is difficult, but also it’s an opportunity. It’s an opportunity to make things better, and I think that’s
our job as council - to do things everyday that make Red Deer a better community to be a part of,� he said. Councillor Paul Harris’ residence was a part of the pilot project, and he said it was a success from the get-go. “It changed the appearance of our street really quickly, and we really appreciated that,� he said. “We had absolutely no trouble with it at all.� Meanwhile, looking ahead, an automated truck will pick up the carts with a hydraulic arm. Council was also told that residents will be able to choose the size of cart that best suits their needs and that cart collection schedule for all three carts will alternate. Green carts will be picked up every week, and waste and recycling carts (blue and black) will be picked up every other week. Under the pilot program, which involved 2,000 households, participating households were chosen to match the demographics of the City as a whole, said Whitesell. The pilot was about reducing waste and testing the details to put together the best recommendations for a City-wide program. Councillor Dianne Wyntjes said she felt that those households in the City who hadn’t been a part of the pilot project needed to be more aware of the details before full implementation took place. “I can’t help but think we are doing this ‘to’ our 29,000 households who weren’t in the pilot instead of ‘with’ them.� Whitesell said that since the pilot program began, households involved have set out an average of 27 kg of garbage per household per month. During the same time period, non-pilot households set out an average of 44 kg per household per month. This represents a 39% reduction in garbage, she said. “When this data started coming in, it was really exciting for us because it was directly inline with our pre-pilot (program) estimate of how much waste we thought could be diverted from the garbage into the green cart program.�
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Red Deerians face 1.1% tax increase BY CARLIE CONNOLLY carlie.connolly@reddeerexpress.com
Red Deerians face a 1.1% tax increase this year after City council approved the rate at this week’s meeting. The combined tax increase required to fund the municipal tax requirement as well as the requisitioned amounts from Alberta Education and the Piper Creek Foundation result in total tax increases of 1.1% for each residential, multi-family and non-residential property types. “City council finalizes property tax rates every spring after the Government of Alberta announces the education tax. The City is required to collect to support the education system in Alberta,” said Joanne Parkin, revenue and assessment services manager. “This year the City will collect $44.8 million in property taxes on behalf of the Government of Alberta. This comprises of 29 per cent of the typical residential tax bill.” The approved $128.3 million municipal property tax requirement will fund the programs and services provided to City of Red Deer residents every day, officials said. Councillor Tanya Handley was happy about the proposed rate. “I think this was a positive step when we were landed with the tax rate options that were presented to us that we stuck with seeing the same increase across all types of properties. I think that was a good step for fairness in the community and I was pleased to see our final tax increase number as low as it was,” she said. Handley said although they continue to hear from
the community about having a 0% tax increase, the reality is there are inflationary costs to take care of, and she thinks the City has covered that. “It was a battle but we got there and the City administration and council worked very hard to get it to that number and I’m pleased to support this,” she said. Mayor Tara Veer said by the time council deals with the Tax Rate Bylaw it shows just how fluid their budget really is. “When we were first contemplating the projected budget we were looking at a 3.5 per cent proposed (tax increase) and where we’ve ultimately ended up is 1.12 per cent . Even though it’s a long process in terms of budget, this is the final number among council adoption for 2017 and it’s not in addition to all those other numbers that have been out in the community,” said Veer. The tax increase means a typical house assessed at $325,000 will pay $2.69 per month more in total property tax. This brings the total annual tax bill to $2,914 from $2,882 in 2016, which is an increase of $32 annually. “Our municipal taxes are essential to maintaining the services the City provides from the upkeep of our roads and parks, to providing police and emergency services,” said Parkin. “It’s about delivering necessary services for our growing City.” Property tax notices will be mailed on May 19th. Taxes are due on June 30th. Penalties will be applied to outstanding balances on July 1st (those enrolled in the Tax Installment Plan are exempt). Property tax payments can be made at City Hall, online, at financial institutions, by mail, or through the City’s Tax Instalment Plan.
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Red Deer City council made a step in the right direction earlier this week as they voted in favour of a City-wide roll-out of the Cart Pilot Project. Yes, Red Deerians have to wait a year until we begin to see the carts on our doorsteps, but the change is definitely a welcome one. For many of us, this means a change in behaviour, much like when the City made a policy change that saw the residential waste collection program unit limit reduced from five units to three. However, council recently heard this change resulted in positive feedback from residents and ultimately less waste.
Red Deerians will begin to see the cart roll-out next April when residents will receive green carts to dispose of organics, such as yard waste, food scraps and pet waste for year-round, regular pickup and composting. It’s a great time to introduce the new system as residents are out preparing their yards for summer. In early 2019, residents will also receive blue carts for recycling and black carts for regular garbage collection. Education will be needed for residents and council showed commitment to that on Monday night as they
expressed interest in some sort of public engagement campaign. Changing behaviour is not always an easy task. Red Deerians will have to get used to not only a new way of waste disposal, but new a pick up routine as not all of the waste will be picked up weekly like we’re used to. Green carts will be picked up every week, and waste and recycling carts (blue and black) will be picked up every other week. The Cart Pilot Project began a couple years ago when 2,000 households received the carts. Since the pilot project began, households involved have set out an average of 27 kg of garbage per
household per month. During the same time period, non-pilot households set out an average of 44 kg per household per month. This represents a 39% reduction in garbage. This number is huge and the pilot proved to be a success. Imagine what that number will represent when the whole City takes part. Not only will Red Deerians be doing their part, it will lengthen the lifespan of the current waste management facility and landfill site. A win-win for residents and officials alike. We applaud City council for this initiative.
This time, Canada must secure new softwood markets Here we go again. Canadian softwood lumber exports are once again subject to a U.S. countervailing duty. In June, an additional anti-dumping duty will be imposed. The news from Ottawa this week that trade missions are being organized to help build markets in the Asia Pacific for Canadian wood products is encouraging. Yet, we are always keenest to diversify when the U.S. causes us trade grief – over any commodity. Unfortunately, we’ve been all too willing to run back into the welcoming arms of the U.S. as soon as conditions approve. Let’s not make that mistake again this time around with softwood. Attracting new customers for Canadian softwood is possible; recent successes in China provide a roadmap for doing so. Canada went from sending less than 1% of total softwood exports to China in 2006, to a high of 21% in 2011. Recently, however, exports to China have been declining while exports to the U.S. are increasing as its housing sector recovers. Last week’s trade mission to China by the federal trade and finance ministers and softwood sector representatives is an attempt to once again increase exports to that country. Growing market share in the markets
outside the U.S. where Canada is already a player (China and Japan) will help Canadian softwood exporters – particularly those in B.C. and Alberta with access to west coast ports – pivot some exports from the U.S. to Asia to avoid U.S. duties. There are also markets beyond China with an increasing demand for softwood lumber. Vietnam, Thailand and Indonesia, for example, have booming packaging and furniture sectors that use softwood. Our competitors, including Chile and New Zealand, are way ahead of us in aggressively targeting these markets. There is no reason Canada cannot also compete here – we already hold a majority market share in the Philippines. Expanding our customer base obviously makes us less reliant on the U.S. It also gives us more leverage with the U.S when we sit down to negotiate a new softwood lumber agreement – or push for softwood to be included in NAFTA. The U.S. does not have enough domestic softwood production to meet demand; it relies on imports to fill the
gap, with 96 per cent of those coming from Canada. It has always been our number one softwood customer, so when duties are imposed, exporters have had little choice but to pay the extra charges – or go out of business. This time, our customer base for softwood is more diverse than the last time the U.S. slapped duties on our lumber in the early 2000s. But even better than two strong customers outside the U.S. would be five or 10. The downside to market diversification is that it takes time, and Canadian softwood exports are facing extra charges on their shipments into the U.S. right now. There are a couple other lines of defence that Canada can pursue in the more immediate term: appeal the latest duties and work with our allies within the U.S. put a spotlight on the impact softwood duties will have on American consumers. Ottawa has already signaled its intent to litigate this most recent round of export taxes, and history is on our side. Since the 1980’s, Canada has won every appeal of U.S. duties we have made to
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NAFTA and World Trade Organizations fighting U.S. But this also takes time – the appeal process will drag on for at least two years. In the meantime, Canadian companies exporting lumber to the U.S. must pay the U.S. duties. Our best hope for a quick resolution is to get the new U.S. administration onside. At first glance, this may seem like a pipe dream, but softwood duties have noticeable economic impacts on both sides of the border. Canada should be working with our natural allies in the U.S. such as the home builders and lumber retailers to reiterate that message. In the U.S., it is the consumer that will be hardest hit – the family that can no longer afford to buy a new home, and workers in construction, real estate, and mattress bed frame manufacturing who will face jobs and wage losses as the dispute runs on. Canadian softwood plays a role in U.S. economic growth, and restricting its import through duties will hurt most the very people who voted President Trump into office. We have only just begun the latest softwood battle, but Canada has multiple weapons to use in the fight. Victory will only be achieved if we use them all. Naomi Christensen is the senior policy analyst at the Canada West Foundation.
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Red Deer Catholic suspends ties with pro-life group BY ERIN FAWCETT efawcett@reddeerexpress.com
gogical strategies used to achieve our intended outcome, including our students and parents/ guardians,” said Board Chair Guy Pelletier. After students at Notre Dame High School The new set of procedures will clearly align a were shown a video comparing abortion to the third party presentation with the intended outHolocaust, Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools comes within the district’s classrooms, and ensure (RDCRS) has suspended its invitation to Red the strategies used to achieve these outcomes Deer & Area Pro-Life to present in their class- are appropriate and respectful to the students rooms. of the division. ▾ The presentation was shown The professional teaching staff to Grade 10 students in March. will be provided clear direction “WE FEEL THAT WE A student reportedly recorded on how they will be involved beDID NOT PROVIDE the presentation with their phone fore, during and after any presenCLEAR ENOUGH and sent it to Alberta Education. tation to ensure the integrity of EXPECTATIONS Officials with Red Deer the lesson is retained. Regional Catholic Schools say FOR THE RED DEER “Our teachers have estabthey remain committed to teachlished positive relationships & AREA PRO-LIFE ing students that, “Human life with students and they know PRESENTER.” must be respected and protectthe curriculum best. This ed absolutely from the moment makes them the person who Guy Pelletier of conception,” as described in can most effectively deliver the ▴ the Catechism of the Catholic curricular outcomes in a way Church. that respects the individual After introspection, the leadership of RDCRS needs of the students,” said Superintendent is developing a guiding set of procedures for Dr. Paul Mason. including third party presentations in their reSenior leaders are currently developing these ligious instruction. procedures and working with the school-based “We feel that we did not provide clear enough administration teams to vet any future presenexpectations for the Red Deer & Area Pro-Life tations until these procedures can be formalpresenter. We apologize to this organization, as ly included in the division’s Administrative well as anybody that was offended by the peda- Procedures.
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Man charged with manslaughter to head to jury trial BY ERIN FAWCETT efawcett@reddeerexpress.com
The man charged in the death of a 25-year-old woman will be tried by a judge and jury in Red Deer’s Court of Queen’s Bench. Lyndon William Grant Olsen, 34, was arrested in February and charged with manslaughter using a firearm after a 25-year-old woman died in hospital on Feb. 1st. He appeared in Red Deer’s Provincial Court via CCTV from the Edmonton Remand Centre on Wednesday morning. His lawyer, Maurice Collard, said Olsen was electing to have his case heard in the Court of Queen’s Bench by a judge and jury. Olsen’s charges stem after Red Deer RCMP responded to a report of shots having been fired in the area of a townhouse complex located near the intersection of 43rd St. and 54th Ave. at 6:13 a.m. Feb. 1st. A short time later, police received a report of a pickup truck having collided with a power pole on 42nd St. leading up to the hospital. Police have confirmed the two crime scenes on that morning were linked to the homicide.
LYNDON OLSEN Officials said minutes after a report of shots fired on Feb. 1st in the area of 43rd St. and 54th Ave., RCMP located an injured woman in a vehicle near the hospital. The woman was taken to hospital, where she later died of her injuries. The autopsy conducted by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Calgary on Feb. 2nd determined that the death of the 25-year-old woman was a homicide. Olsen was arrested on Monday shortly after 10 a.m. in the area of 39th St. and 43rd Ave. after a minor collision be-
tween the vehicle he was a passenger in and a police vehicle. Meanwhile, Olsen does have a history with Red Deer police. On Dec. 12th, 2016, RCMP issued a warrant for Olsen, a third suspect in the armed robbery at Bell Fever Lounge at 4620 50th St. on Nov. 23rd, 2015, after the investigation revealed that a third man drove the truck the suspects fled in. During the course of the ongoing investigation, Red Deer RCMP also identified Olsen as a suspect in an attempted armed robbery at Post Time Lounge on Nov. 23, 2015. That attempt failed, as the lounge was closed when two armed men were caught on surveillance cameras trying to enter the building. Olsen was arrested regarding these matters on Feb. 11, 2016. He was charged with unauthorized possession of a firearm, two counts of robbery using a firearm, two counts of extortion using a firearm, disguise with intent, two counts of failing to comply with recognizance and possession of stolen property over $5,000. Olsen remains in custody. He will appear in Red Deer’s Court of Queen’s Bench June 5th to have trial dates set.
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‘Sing Into Spring’ features several local community choirs BY MARK WEBER mark.weber@reddeerexpress.com
Featuring several stellar local choirs, ‘Sing Into Spring’ takes place May 5th at the First Christian Reformed Church.
Performance time is 7 p.m. Audiences will be able to take in the engaging and sweet sounds of Brioso (a children’s choir), ihana (a youth choir) and Soliloquy (a mixed adult chorus). Tickets are $20, and
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“Several of the selections that I have chosen for our program are by Canadian arrangers and composers, so it’s also about celebrating our talent - our country - and with all the turmoil in the world today, I thought that I really wanted to have a concert that reflects on home. What does that mean? Almost every piece of music in one fashion or another ties into that theme, because home isn’t just about the actual physical structure that we live in. Sometimes, it’s the place where we feel like we belong,” she explained. “And I think that in our choirs, we have built that kind of community.” Some of the musical highlights include The Flowers That Bloom in Spring, A Children’s Rhyme Hand Jive and Everlasting Melody by Brioso; All Night, All Day, Sweetest Love and When It Comes My Turn by Soliloquy; and He Lives in You, The Lover’s Chant and Even When He Is Silent by ihana among several other favourites. From the get-go, the performance is really about diversity. Ward said the songs touch on a number of genres as well, so ultimately there really is something for everybody. “I think there is something in there that everyone can relate to.” Ward said that while there
is an audition process for the choirs, she would encourage folks to take that step and see if it might be something they would enjoy. “It’s not set up to be exclusive, it’s set up to make sure are they coming in feeling comfortable,” she said of auditions. “It’s about making sure we have a place for everybody, and that the expectations are realistic.” There are two auditions coming up - the first runs May 25th from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (40 Holmes St.) The second runs June 20th from 5 to 8 p.m. there as well. Ward asks that those interested in dropping by for an
audition first contact her at lisaward@me.com or csusociety@gmail.com. Auditions must be booked in advance. As to her work with the choirs, Ward doesn’t look at it as ‘work’ at all. “I don’t feel like I am actually working. It’s like what I’m doing works through me; it’s not because of me. “It becomes effortless at that point,” she added, pointing out that it’s certainly not challenge-free. “But I think music has enabled me for a long time to work with people who are searching for their voice. It’s a place to belong - a place to feel safe and to communicate.” Check out www.csusreddeer. com.
SPRING SHOW - Pictured here is the ihana Youth Choir which will be performing May 5th at the First Christian Reformed Church. Also set to perform are Brioso (a children’s choir) and photo submitted Soliloquy (a mixed adult chorus).
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Police Briefs MEN SOUGHT IN QUICK CHANGE SCAM Red Deer RCMP are warning businesses about a team of male ‘quick change’ scammers who stole more than $3,000 in gift cards and cash during a series of transactions at a local business on April 25th, and ask the public to contact RCMP if they recognize any of the three men in the photos. Quick change scams are done when the scammers make a purchase and then ask retail staff for a specific combination of bills as their change. The scammers then change their minds and ask for different combinations of bills, and repeat this process until the staff person becomes confused and the scammer walks away with extra cash as well as the product they were pretending to buy. Red Deer RCMP believe this team of three male scammers may currently be travelling through the province hitting multiple businesses. If anyone recognizes these suspects or has information about this investigation, contact the Red Deer RCMP at 403-343-5575. 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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Do you have concerns about your local air quality? If you do or want to learn more, this meeting is for you. The Parkland Airshed Management Zone (PAMZ) is seeking public input on air quality issues it should be addressing with its regional air quality monitoring program. This is a public meeting, held annually, to receive suggestions and concerns from residents in central Alberta about their air quality to help PAMZ select monitoring locations for its Martha Kostuch Portable Air Monitoring Station in 2018. Everyone is Welcome! Refreshments will be provided. No pre-registration is required and attendance is free. For further information, contact: Kevin Warren, PAMZ Executive Director at (403) 862-7046. PAMZ is a multi-stakeholder non-profit organization consisting of industry, government, environmental organizations and the general public. It was formed in 1997 to monitor and manage air quality within the Parkland Region. For more information about PAMZ, visit our website at www.pamz.org
Boardroom accommodates those with hearing loss BY CARLIE CONNOLLY carlie.connolly@reddeerexpress.com
Hearing Loops Canada and the Red Deer & District Chamber of Commerce recently announced the opening of the City’s first boardroom equipped to help those with hearing aids and the pubic were given the opportunity to give it a try. The JA Boardroom, open for rent to members, is a pilot project aimed to create a more inclusive working area for Chamber members and the public. “Hearing aids work well when the wearer and the speaker are in close proximity,” said Duane Melchert, president of Hearing Loops Canada. “When it comes to boardroom and public areas, though, there are simply too many background noises that get in the way. The ‘sound boosting’ hearing loop system we installed in the Chamber’s boardroom eliminates the noise clutter.” Hearing Loops Canada installs and maintains a unique range of induction loop, speech transfer, queue management and cash handling systems to enable service providers to interact easily with every customer. Melchert said induction loops is an old technology from the 30s, and nowadays it’s called a hearing loop. It’s a piece of copper wire, the one he showed at the Chamber that’s in the ceiling which then comes back to the device. “If you know someone with hearing loss and they have a telecoil, you want their life to be en-
hanced, you don’t want them to be stuck in their room because they don’t want to go out because they don’t understand what’s going on or what’s being said,” he added. Hearing loops are essentially a wireless sound projection system for hearing aids. Sound is sent via a microphone in the boardroom and is delivered to the telecoil in the hearing aid. The hearing loop enables those with hearing aids to hear the desired sound directly in the ear without any ambient noise included. “This is a tremendous opportunity to fill a void for an under-serviced population as well as an added benefit for our members,” said Rick More, interim CEO for the Red Deer & District Chamber of Commerce. “It allows us to showcase a new and innovative technology and our JA boardroom at the same time, it is a win-win”. He said it’s not about promoting any particular piece, it’s about giving Chamber members the tools to say ‘wow, this is innovative, this is the future.’ Approximately 75% of hearing aids are built with telecoils inside. Those in the boardroom not using a hearing aid will notice no change in the sound quality in the boardroom. “We’re proud to partner with the Chamber on this project,” said Melchert. “Through this project, we’re hoping many will use the space and experience the hearing loops’ effectiveness. These systems can help so many people and are applicable in multiple settings, from pharmacy counters to churches and even sports stadiums.”
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A look back at the provincial election of 1930 The year 1930 was a brutal year for Alberta and all across North America. The stock markets had crashed in October 1929. Many financial experts had initially predicted a short term blow to the economy. However, over the following months, the spiralling increases in unemployment indicated that things were going to get much worse. Not only the economy went bad; even the weather turned bleak. There was a severe cold snap across the prairies on May 15th, 1930. On May 20th, a tremendous spring blizzard hit. There were high winds and a heavy dump of snow. The wet snow in Central Alberta provided some benefits to the farmers with some badly-needed spring moisture. Southeastern Alberta did not get the snow, but the high winds created enormous dust storms. It was the first indication of the terrible dust bowl conditions that would soon plague the prairies. For most of the preceding decade, the United Farmers of Alberta had governed Alberta. In 1921, the U.F.A. had shocked the political world by plunging into direct electoral politics and winning the provincial election. However, the U.F.A. had struggled through much of its first term. The post-First World War depression was long and painful. Moreover, the government was inexperienced and often inept. Nevertheless, the U.F.A. man-
aged to win re-election in 1926. A series of cooperative initiatives, most importantly the creation of the Alberta Wheat Pool, seemed to pay off for Alberta farmers. John Brownlee replaced Herbert Greenfield as premier and was more skilled at politics than Greenfield had been. Moreover, the traditional Liberal and Conservative parties were still widely discredited after the upheavals of the First World War and subsequent postwar depression. Turning back to either of those parties was not an appealing alternative. Late in 1929, Premier Brownlee secured the enormous political victory of negotiating the transfer of control over natural resources from the federal government to Alberta. In normal times, that should have been enough to ensure a comfortable re-election. However, 1930 was anything but a normal year. No one was prepared for the accelerating collapse of the economy. Brownlee organized an unemployment ‘summit’ with the mayors of Calgary and Edmonton. However, the proposed solutions were limited to some public works projects and asking the federal government for a lot of money. The election was finally called for June 19th. Brownlee quickly realized that re-election was going to be a much bigger challenge than he had thought just a
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Community Calendar Volkssport Walkers of Central Alberta is a non-profit organization providing its members and other interested individuals with an opportunity to enjoy Volkssporting activities. Come join us for walks in Red Deer, Sylvan Lake, Lacombe and surrounding areas. Our club will host walks on Wednesdays from May 3rd to Sept. 27th. You can view the Walking Alberta Event Calendar at http://www.walkalberta. ca/. For further information contact either Connie 403 309-5589 or Sheila 587 877-7546 or email our club: vwcaclub@gmail.com. Walking for Fun, Fitness and Friendship!
The Red Deer Flying Club/COPA Flight 92 will be hosting a pancake breakfast and rust remover seminar at the Sky Wings Aviation hangar, Red Deer Airport starting at 8 a.m. on May 7th. For details, visit www. reddeerflyingclub.org or call 403-450-5511.
Piper Creek Lodge annual Strawberry Tea and Entertainment runs May 11th from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Cost for the tea and Strawberry Angel Food cake is $4. There will be entertainment, a 50/50 draw, raffle prizes, and free door prizes. For more information, call 403-343-1066. The Piper Creek Lodge is located at 4820 - 33rd St.
Now We Are Stronger Conference – A Provincial Conference Advancing Community Mental Health will be held on May 9th and 10th at the Sheraton Hotel in Red Deer. With a focus on peer support, suicide prevention and engagement and inclusion in communities across the province, mental health leaders, researchers, people with lived experience, service providers, and front-line workers come together to advance thinking and practice in mental health. Please visit http://alberta.cmha.ca/events/ now-we-are-stronger-conference/ to register.
Author Reading at Sunwork’s on May 13th 7 p.m. 4924 Ross St. Emily Ursuliak will read from her book Throwing the Diamond Hitch. In 1951 two intrepid women, Phyllis and her best friend, Anne, set off on a journey from Victoria, British Columbia, to Red Deer and back again. Travelling first by 1927 MG Roadster to Alberta, and then on horseback on the way home, the journey took months and would test the women?s wits and resourcefulness at every turn. Throwing the Diamond Hitchan inventive, poetic retelling of the Phyl and Anne’s journey crackles like the starter of an old roadster, and kicks like a stubborn pack pony.
prizes, music, poetry, the fashion show, gift bags and henna tattoos. $10 per person or per family. For tickets and more information, call Zainab Mohamoud at 403-550-4067. Check out www.educationforsomalia.org.
Canadian Mental Health Association will be offering evening courses starting in May. Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP) will run weekly on Thursday evenings from 5:30 to 8 p.m., May 11th to June 29th. WRAP is an eight week course that helps people discover, develop, and use wellness tools and strategies that can decrease dayto-day difficulties at home, school and work. Feel free to take either course with a friend or family member. The courses will be held at the CMHA Learning Annex (ATB Building), 4911 – 51 St., Suite 404, Red Deer. Each course has a $25 fee and bursaries may be available to people with limited incomes. Please call 403-342-2266 to register.
Parkland Mall May 12th and May 13th. It will run from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on the Friday and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the Saturday. Closing bids will be at 5 p.m. on Saturday.
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The Senior Citizens Downtown House is hosting a fashion show and live entertainment event on May 6th. Cost - by donation. A roast beef supper runs May 12th at 5:30 p.m. Cost is $15 - Dutch auction to follow. A jam session runs May 13th at 1:30 p.m. Cost is $2.50. On May 13th, check out the Mother’s
Day Tea from 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. at the Cronquist
Lacombe) on May 4th at 7:30 p.m. to hear Creation Ministries International speaker, Gus Olsthoorn, on the topic: I Can See Clearly Now: Making Sense of the Creation/Evolution Question, followed by a Q&A forum and refreshments. Resources will be available for purchase. Free admission! All are welcome. For more information, call 403-789-9035.
House. Call 403-346-0055 for reservations!
Now We Are Stronger Conference – A Provincial Conference Advancing Community Mental Health will be held on May 9th & 10th at the Sheraton Hotel in Red Deer. With a focus on peer support, suicide prevention and engagement and inclusion in communities across the province, mental health leaders, researchers, people with lived experience, service providers, and front-line workers come together to advance thinking and practice in mental health. Please visit http://alberta.cmha.ca/events/now-weare-stronger-conference/ to register.
night dances - admission is $7 per person and everyone is welcome. For more information, call 403-341-4672, 403-347-6165 or 403-3422875. Purt’near Country plays May 4th; Black Velvet Hawaiian Dance runs May 11th; R.R.4. plays May 18th; Allsorts performs on May 25th.
The Ladies of Sunnybrook Farm Museum are presenting their delicious old-fashioned ham and scalloped potatoes dinner on May 4th in the historic Hanna Log House on the Museum grounds. There will be two sittings per night at 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. The cost is $15 for adults and $10 for children 10 and under. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Call 403-340-3511 for more information or to order by phone.
The May 4th First Thursdays in the Snell at the Red Deer Public Library presents students from the Sweetie Kadz studio of Dr. Ted Isenor 12:15 - 1 p.m. in the The Snell Auditorium. No admission charge. A free will donation will be accepted at the door. Coffee and Tea provided by Cafe Noir.
Mac and Cheese for a Cause Luncheon presented by GrammaLink- Africa runs May 17th from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Gaetz United Church 4758 Ross St. Enjoy homemade mac and cheese, coleslaw, buns, squares, coffee or tea. Eat in or take out - $15 for a delicious lunch. Tickets at the door. Visa and MasterCard accepted. All proceeds to the Stephen Lewis Foundation to support African Grandmothers raising grandchildren orphaned by HIV/AIDS. For further information, contact Diane 403-346-2174.
The Red Deer Area Hikers have a full slate of treks planned for the season. Departure location - gather at 8:45 a.m. at the Golden Circle parking lot. Fees - donations
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Independent Achievers Business Women Luncheon May 11th, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. features Jordan Baptie, Sales Superstar, as a Presenter: As a student Jordan Baptie joined Vector Marketing in 2014 where she led the crowd with over 40K in sales (#2 Student across all of Canada)! The meeting will be held at Baymont Inn and Suites (Formerly The Red Deer Lodge) 4311 - 49 St. Red Deer in the Tropical Indoor Courtyard! Please pay at the luncheon, cash or cheque, but pre-register on the web site: http://www.independentachievers.com.
The Central Alberta Brain Injury Society is holding a silent auction at the
do our part to protect our most vulnerable members. Stewards of Children is an organization whose goal is to teach you effective strategies for protecting children from sexual abuse. Join Stewards of Children on May 13th, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the Redeemer United Reformed Church of Lacombe (4519 46 Avenue, Lacombe). To register, contact Aaron Beukema at 780-982-8902 oraaronjbeukema@hotmail.com by May 7th.
Daytime Documentaries runs May 10th
Golden Circle continues with Thursday Join us at Redeemer United Reformed Church (4519 46 Ave.
Hosted by Education for Somalia Girls and Boys Funds, the second annual Mother’s Day Tea Party and International Fashion Show runs May 13th from 1 to 4 p.m. at 4324 - 46A Ave. Enjoy tea and healthy snacks, door
of $1 per hike or a $10 membership for the season. Bring a lunch if return time is later than noon. For more information, call Mavis at 403-343-0091 or Sharon at 403-340-2497. Other hikes include Kerry Wood/McKenzie Loop on May 4th; Blackfalds/Lacombe on May 11th; River Bend Golf Course Loop on May 18th and Deer Valley Meadows on May 25th. Also coming up is the Ellis Bird Farm/ Nova on June 1st and Alix Lake on June 8th.
from 2-4 p.m. at the Red Deer Public Library, Downtown Branch, Snell Auditorium. A Lego Brickumentary: If you thought you knew the world of LEGO, you don’t know brick. Step into the amazing real-life world of the global phenomenon that will captivate fans of all ages. Join us in the Snell Auditorium for this entertaining and enlightening presentation and enjoy light refreshments. If you are planning to bring a group, please contact us at 403-346-4576 ext. 1500.
The Red Deer Bike Swap 2017 runs May 12th at the Prairie Pavilion in Westerner Park. Bike drop-off runs from 4 to 7 p.m. and the sale runs from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. We provide a valuable service by providing a safe place to buy or sell a bike, but, that’s not all we do. We are also a conduit for bike donations in Red Deer and we provide funding for safe cycling as well. We donate half the profit back to the community, the other half stays in the bank to fund more bike swaps.
Join us for the annual Investors Group Walk for Alzheimer’s on June 17th at Bower Ponds. Registration is at 9 a.m. with the walk/run to start at 10 a.m. Check out www. walkforalzheimer.ca for more information.
Dance for the health of it. Try it out - first lesson is free. Working in a team, learn easy dance steps while enjoying a variety of music. Everyone is welcome – families, couples, solos and teens. No dance experience necessary. $120 for 20 lessons. Sessions run Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Contact Connie at 403-3961523. Sessions will be held at the Clearview Community Centre (93 Cornett Dr.)
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.
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Kenny ‘Blues Boss’ Wayne plays Red Deer May 5 BY MARK WEBER mark.weber@reddeerexpress.com
Kelowna-based pianist Kenny ‘ Blues Boss’ Wayne truly has the world as his stage. Presented by the Central Music Festival Society, the acclaimed musician – a master in the boogie, funk and New Orleans-influenced R&B – performs at the International Beer Haus on May 5th. Showtime is 8 p.m. Along with his six-piece band, he’ll be serving up the top-notch cuts from his latest project, Jumpin’ and Boppin’ which was released last year. Indeed Jumpin’ and Boppin’ enjoyed a stretch at number one on Canadian and U.S. Blues charts, and marks Wayne’s third recording on Stony Plain Records. The disc is a rollicking ride from start to finish, starting off with the aptly-titled Blues Boss Shuffle. From there, highlights are aplenty from the swagger of Bankrupted Blues, Blues Stew, Ciao Ciao Baby and the slow-down smoky charm of You Don’t Know Me. Wayne produced the CD, and said that he wanted to incorporate many of the styles and personal influences that have meant the most to him over the years into the final mix - folks like Ray Charles, Fats Domino among several others. “My plans were to have the people that I have really respected and loved, to have their influences on this particular recording,” he explained. “While I’m making this wonderful journey through life and having the opportunity to record my own songs, I try to make every recording better than the last,” he said. Born in Spokane and now based in British Columbia, Wayne has built a stellar reputation within Canada and abroad for his lively attire and energetic concert performances. Wayne released his first solo album Alive & Loose, which featured Shuggie Otis, on Andy Griggs’ Real Blues Records in 1995. It marked the start of Wayne’s blues journey and was followed by four albums for Canadian label Electro-Fi Records: 88th & Jump Street, Juno Award winning Let It Loose, Can’t Stop Now and the live recording Piano-Rama. Wayne also recorded in Paris for Isabel Records at the same studio that Memphis Slim frequently re-
was playing dozens of gigs in the early ’60s and in 1974, Wayne moved to San Francisco to work with R&B band Earth Rise. Stints with other bands continued but disco was starting to impact the live music scene. Wayne then put together an R&B revue called The Mighty Ken Explosion and headed to Canada.
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CLASS ACT - Kenny ‘Blues Boss’ Wayne brings his extensive collection of hits to the Elks Lodge on May 5th. photo submitted
corded. Since joining Stony Plain Records in 2011, he has released An Old Rock On A Roll, which earned him a Blues Foundation nomination for the Pinetop Perkins Piano Award, and Rollin’ with the Blues Boss. For Jumpin’ and Boppin’, special guest Duke Robillard proved the perfect guitarist and Russell Jackson, B.B. King’s long-time bassist, locks in the rhythm section alongside (and former Red Deerian) Charlie Jacobson, Joey
DiMarco, Sherman Doucette and Dave Babcock who have contributed their talents to this recording as well. Wayne laughed as he recalled having a cold during some of the recording, and that it was done on a comparatively tight timeline. Still, the results are spot-on and Wayne, in his typically relaxed and humble manner, is certainly pleased with the results and the ‘spirit’ of the project.
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Born in Spokane in 1944, Wayne’s family settled in Los Angeles where the West Coast blues scene was bubbling over. Showing a gift for playing piano early on, Wayne was encouraged by his preacher dad to play gospel. With folks like Lloyd Glenn, Amos Milburn and Floyd Dixon ruling the airwaves in the early 1950s, it was a tall order for the youngster to steer clear of ‘the devil’s music’. But by his early teen years, Wayne
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The band broke up in the late 1980s, and Wayne settled in Vancouver. His full transformation into ‘Blues Boss’ came following a 1994 tour of Europe. His longtime passion for boogie-woogie and blues paid off in the form of star treatment from piano-loving European music fans, particularly while in Spain. That period also opened up so many doors internationally – a huge unexpected blessing, he adds. Wayne also noted that his life has a musician has been one of non-stop inspiration and amazing opportunities to both travel the world and meet some of the finest musicians on the scene both yesterday and today. He’s also as joyful and energized as ever to pursue his craft. “The other day I saw Tina Turner on a video. She was going to sing Proud Mary, and first she said, ‘People ask me when I’m going to quit. I tell them, I’m just getting started!’ “I also love what I’m doing - I’m able to meet a lot of great people,” he said reflectively. “This music business has taken me to places I probably would never have seen otherwise. There are people welcoming you, waiting for you and exciting about you coming to perform. Music has definitely kept me going and it’s kept me intrigued. I also love to see the joy in people’s faces - that keeps me going, and it keeps me happy.” Tickets for his Red Deer show are available online at www.centralmusicfest.com or at the door.
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Entertainment Tree House Youth Theatre presents Into the Woods BY MARK WEBER mark.weber@reddeerexpress.com
Tree House Youth Theatre is prepping for their final show of the season - the highly-acclaimed Into the Woods. Shows run May 4th, 5th and 6th and 11th, 12th and 13th at the Scott Block with curtain at 7:30 p.m. There are also some matinee performances at 2 p.m. Nicole Leal, artistic director for Tree House Youth Theatre, said this version of Into the Woods is
a junior version, and features a condensed telling of the popular, magical musical story. “A baker and his wife find out that they can’t have children,� she explains of the plot. A witch comes along and tells them of a potion that would help them, and directs them to the ingredients they would require for the potion. “They set off into the forest to find all of these ingredients to make this potion. The witch can get what she wants - which
is to be young again, and then in return she would break the curse and they could have a child.� The play features a cast of 18, with the actors ranging in age from 12 to 17. With the production running in two blocks, the cast members also switch roles for the second week, allowing those with the smaller roles in the first week to tackle the larger roles the second time around. As to Into the Woods, Leal said that she loves how the story brings a lot of familiar characters into the mix. “There’s Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood and the wolf - the baker and the baker’s wife, the witch — all those kinds of fun characters,� she said, adding that she really encouraged her young actors to really find their own
interpretations of the iconic set of characters. “They still have room to create that character for themselves they aren’t stuck having to be a certain way,� she said. “There’s lots of flexibility for them to have fun with it and to really make it their own.� Looking ahead, the troupe is also gearing up for the ‘Stuart Little Summer Camp 2017’ which runs July 17th to 28th, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Join the gang for a fun-filled mini production with rehearsals running at the Scott Block where the production will be presented on our last day of camp. Campers will also have the chance to perform at both the Scott Block and on the stage at
Bower Ponds during Prime Stock Theatre’s Shakespeare Festival. Even further down the road, organizers are also planning at registration night in September for the 2017/18 season. The winter season is open to all youth ages nine to 17 and there are two programs lined up Program 1 for ages nine to 12 and Program 2 for ages 13 to 17. Registration forms will be available here on the Tree House web site in August. Meanwhile, Leal took over leadership of Tree House Youth Theatre last year. She is a talented actor in her own right, having completed theatre studies at Red Deer College back in 2013. She was featured in several shows, including The King is the King, A Midsummer Night’s Dream and
Peter Pan. Tree House Youth Theatre was created in 1988 and was the brainchild of Richard O’Brien who was head of the Theatre Arts Program at Red Deer College. Tree House Productions ran during the College off-season using RDC theatre staff and students to support most elements of the production. With the hiring of Matt Gould in 2005, Tree House entered a new era of exploration and creation, building a love of the theatre arts in the youth of Central Alberta. In 2009, Gould was instrumental in securing a rehearsal and performance space in the Scott Block downtown. Meanwhile, to purchase tickets for Into the Woods, go to www. treehouseyouththeatre.ca.
Okilly Dokilly brings their Howdilly Doodilly Tour to City
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oung people: they’re creative, curious, colourful, engaging, and dynamic (well, most days!). But here’s something important to consider – in the voluntary and non-profit world, youth represent an essential demographic. They are the future of volunteerism. While the cohort of seniors spends more hours volunteering than any other age group, teenagers are the most likely to volunteer. Many teens are required to volunteer as part of their school work load, and others are mandated for community service. While, as a demographic, they have the highest numbers of volunteers, they don’t contribute the same number of overall hours as their senior counterparts. As they approach higher education opportunities, young adults discover that volunteering plays a valuable role in networking, gaining work experience, skills, and references for a resume, as well as for entry into employment and careers. However, a 2010 Canadian study undertaken by Volunteer Canada revealed that while young people acknowledge the benefits of volunteering, and the positive impact on the community, they also question why they would do this work at a time when they are beginning to look for paid employment. How, then, can volunteer organizations appeal to youth with the long-term view of building and nurturing an essential future cohort of volunteers? The Youth Volunteer Drop-In Program at Red Deer Public Library is an after-school program
where young people can learn about local organizations, opportunities, and resources in their community as a springboard to encourage a lifetime habit of volunteerism. The program, a joint initiative of Volunteer Central and the Red Deer Public Library, meets twice a month in the Mezz, during the regular Monday afternoon youth dropin program. Through a bursary program provided by the Government of Alberta and Volunteer Alberta, two interns plan and facilitate the sessions. Local non-profits are invited to provide appropriate tasks for the group to undertake and act as resources in letting the youth know about the kinds of opportunities available for volunteers in the community. This program, and the inclusion of youth in local volunteer programs, will hopefully inspire a future cohort of dynamic, engaged, and life-long volunteers. Youth represent a particularly important demographic because they are the future of volunteering. Youth make up a relatively small percentage of the total number of volunteers in Canada, but their recruitment and engagement is critical to ensuring the future sustainability of the voluntary sector. Seniors are currently the most active volunteers in Canada, but as they age, they will begin to reduce their volunteer participation. Effective youth recruitment techniques are crucial to maintaining a strong voluntary sector as Canada’s most engaged volunteer cohort – seniors – begins to retire from their volunteer careers.
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Landing in Red Deer on their Howdilly Doodilly Tour, Okilly Dokilly will be performing at the International Beer Haus on May 7th. Okilly Dokilly is described as the world’s only Nedal band. (Think neighbour Ned from The Simpsons). Nedward ‘Ned’ Flander, Jr. is a recurring fictional character in the series. He is described as the good-natured, cheery next-door, evangelical Christian neighbour to the Simpson family and is generally loathed by Homer Simpson. He’s also described as among the friendliest and most compassionate of Springfield’s citizens and is generally considered a pillar of the community. Meanwhile, hailing from Phoenix, a majority of the band’s lyrics are direct Ned quotes. The band’s members include Head Ned, Red Ned, Thread Ned, Stead Ned and Bled Ned. Established in 2015, the band found success before ever playing their first show, becoming a viral phenomenon after releasing just a few press photos and a four-song demo. Within just two weeks, the band had nearly 30,000 facebook fans and was featured by numerous publications including Billboard, Time, The Independent, BBC,
Esquire, Vice among others. In November of 2016 the band released their debut CD Howdilly Doodilly, a 13-track catalog filled with ‘Flanderisms’. Okilly Dokilly’s live shows are high energy affairs that weave together ‘comedy and brutality’. “Guttural screams and pounding drums provide a soundtrack for the pummeling of an inflatable donut as green sweaters and round glasses blur across the stage.� There is certainly plenty of Simpsons’ material for them to explore. According to Wikipedia, since its debut on Dec. 17th, 1989, 615 episodes of The Simpsons have been broadcast. Its 28th season began on Sept. 25th, 2016. It is the longest-running American sitcom and the longest-running American animated program, and, in 2009, it surpassed Gunsmoke as the longest-running American scripted primetime television series, according to Wikipedia. Last November, the series was also renewed for 29th and 30th seasons of 22 episodes each, extending the show to 2019. - Weber
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Five screening tests every man needs If you’re like most men, you hate going to the doctor. After all, you can probably tough it out, right? And more than likely, there’s some over-thecounter medicine to treat your condition at home. But throughout history, it’s been known that prevention is the best medicine. Catching a disease or unwanted condition in its early stages is the best way to ensure successful treatment. This is why regular medical screenings are so important. Which tests you should have depend on your age and medical history. Be sure to talk with your doctor about which tests are recommended and how often you should be screened. Here are five screenings every man should have, regardless of past health or lifestyle. Screening 1: prostate cancer. It’s estimated that one out of every seven men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point in life. Prostate cancer is rarely seen in men younger than 40, with 60% of cases occurring in men older than 65. Like all cancers, prostate cancer should be taken seriously, but most diagnoses aren’t fatal. Beginning at age 50, all men should have a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test as well as a digital rectal exam (DRE) each year. Men with family history who have had prostate cancer should be tested earlier. Screening 2: high cholesterol. High levels of LDL cholesterol in your blood lead to a buildup of plaque in the arteries. This narrowing of the arteries makes blood flow difficult and can lead to the formation of a blood clot, putting you at risk for heart attack, angina, heart failure, stroke and gallstones. Beginning at age 35 and every five years after that, men should have their cholesterol levels checked through a sim-
ple blood test. Men who smoke or who have high blood pressure, diabetes, kidney problems, or heart disease may need more frequent screenings. Screening 3: colorectal cancer. Not including skin cancer, colorectal cancer ranks as the third most-commonly diagnosed cancer in men. One in 24 men can expect to get colorectal cancer in his life. Like other
cancers, early detection is key to successful treatment. Beginning at age 50, all men should be screened for colorectal cancer. There are several forms of screening, so talk with your doctor about which is best for you. A stool test may be done or a colonoscope. Men with a family history of polyps, inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis, or colon cancer may need more
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frequent screenings. Screening 4: high blood pressure. Also called hypertension, high blood pressure is another serious risk factor for heart disease, heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, and eye problems. The problem with high blood pressure is it often has no apparent symptoms and many people don’t even know they have the condition until it’s too late. Hence why it’s called a ‘silent killer’. Starting at age 20 and every two years after that, men should be tested for high blood pressure. The test
is quick, painless, and involves no blood samples. Even some pharmacies have these testing booths available for free, check it out. Screening 5: Type 2 diabetes. Did you know you could have diabetes and not know it? One out of three people with diabetes don’t know they have the disease. Living with untreated diabetes can lead to serious health consequences including kidney disease, blindness, heart disease, stroke, impotence, and nerve damage. This is why beginning at age 45 and
every three years after that, all adults should be tested for diabetes through a simple blood sugar test. Worldwide, women live an average of five years longer than males. Could it be because they’re willing to seek medical attention? Don’t ignore your body fella’s, it’s the only one you have. And leave the ego at the door if you are seeking medical attention - it takes a true man to ask for help. Jack Wheeler is a personal trainer and the owner of 360 Fitness in Red Deer.
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Seniors Information Fair set for the Golden Circle BY MARK WEBER mark.weber@reddeerexpress.com
Various agencies across Red Deer are collaborating for the first annual Seniors Information Fair set for May 18th at the Golden Circle. Highlights of the event, which is being hosted by the Professionals Serving Senior’s Team, include a trade show with information booths which will run from 9 a.m. to noon. A talk on the continuing care placement process and continuing care access is also set for 11 a.m. with Jody Barrett of Alberta Health Services. Artist Helen Draper will be onhand as well, said Leanne Landry, manager of
adult day services with Family Services of Central Alberta. Draper’s appearance at the event is particularly meaningful, as she’s proof a person can learn a new skill at virtually any age. “She’s very inspirational for the older adult population because she didn’t pick up a paint brush until she was 65,” she said. “It’s about aging well in place, living well and living with purpose.” Also, a presentation on dementia awareness will take place at 9:45 a.m. with Laurie Grande from the Alzheimer’s Society. “Laurie is wonderful at what she does, and she’s also a very engaging speaker.” As organizers point out, “The information fair will provide a great oppor-
tunity to meet over 20 exhibitors from the ‘Not for Profit’ sector who support older adults in the communities from Central Alberta.” There is no charge to attend the information fair, and it’s open to the general public as well. “We also have a huge gift basket to give away,” explained Landry. Several local businesses have contributed to the basket, and Landry hopes that more will come onboard in years to come, too. Meanwhile, with all of the features to the Seniors Information Fair, she said it’s clearly not a regular, run-of-the-mill type of trade show event. “The Professional Serving Senior’s
LITERACY FUN - Kendall Newfield, 4, worked on writing her name at the Kindergarten Here I Come event at Parkland Mall last week. The event allowed for Carlie Connolly/Red Deer Express kids to get prepared to enter the world of Kindergarten. Team has been around for about 10 years, and we have had different people and different types of organizations around the table,” she said of the host group which is made up of government reps, not-for-profit
workers and other agencies. “We are serving the community not only in our personal portfolios but also as a whole, as a community. I’m really happy with a lot of the work that we’ve been doing.”
I really always did hate picking peaches The worst summer I ever endured was during World War II. We all had to contribute to the war effort and my job was to pick peaches on a farm. But for years I had suffered from hay fever! Peaches and their fuzz were a perfect storm! Could I have avoided this allergy today? It’s estimated that 40 million North Americans now suffer from mild to severe allergies.
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summer was the worst experienced in Canada this is easier said than done. For instance, three for many years. One day 3,000 pollen grains per ounces of unprocessed plant food contains 4,200 cubic meter were recorded in several regions of milligrams of sterols. But when companies convert the country. this into flour, 90% of sterol is lost! It’s another price Such days are good for allergists, but the rest of us we pay for civilization. would prefer to be living at the North Pole. We can obtain sterols by eating increased amounts The bad news is that studies show allergies and sen- of grains, vegetables, fruits, legumes and seeds. sitivities have increased in our lifetime. Research has also shown that regular exercise can bolster the immune system So, apart from reaching for Kleenex, Dr. Gifford by stimulating the body’s natural killer what can you do? cells. Some people are lucky that they can move to a better climate. But when Today, I could also reach for a natural you’re picking peaches all you can do remedy called Immuno-Care available is rub your eyes, keep sneezing, wish in health food stores. One capsule conyou were anywhere else and hope the tains 400 milligrams of plant sterols. It also contains powerful antioxidants day will soon end. with high levels of proanthocyanadins So what creates this hell? Symptoms start when mast cells in and flavonoids to temper pollen and the blood release a cascade of chemiother irritants. cals, including histamine, in response The prescribed dosage of Immunoto pollen. So, one of the time-honoured Care is one capsule daily with water or treatments has been the use of antihistamine drugs. fruit juice 30 minutes before a meal. But these can cause drowsiness, so I might have And to ensure that plant sterols are not destroyed fallen off the ladder while picking peaches. by the acidity of the stomach, Immuno-Care capDr. John Wilkinson, senior herbal medicine lec- sules are enteric coated to provide maximum abturer at Middlesex University, London, England, sorption. And there’s an added benefit. This remedy says the answer to our toxic world is plant sterols. also blocks the absorption of cholesterol. Today, there are more hazards than picking But, like Vitamin C, they are not manufactured peaches as we all live in an increasingly toxic by the human body. Could I have ingested plant sterols to boost my im- world. munity against this allergic reaction? Unfortunately, For more information, check out docgiff.com.
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Red Deer curling team brings home silver national medal BY ERIN FAWCETT efawcett@reddeerexpress.com
A group of Red Deer curlers are national silver medallists. Fred Armstrong (skip), Keith Glover (third), Bob More (second) and Rick More (lead) represented Alberta at the 2017 Canadian Masters Curling Championships last month in Guelph, Ontario. It is quite the journey to get to the championships, especially in Alberta. First, the Red Deer team had to win the district league, followed by southerns and then provincials before making it to the Canadian Masters. And the men did just that. Lowell Peterman, whose daughter is Jocelyn Peterman, was the original skip on the team. Jocelyn was part of Team Canada in this year’s Scotties Tournament of Hearts and Lowell went
to watch her in action, leaving the op- cials but not together, and this time portunity for Rick to join the team we went together and won it, so that just before the provincials match-up. was really special,” said Rick, adding “When we played that wasn’t the only special aspect of in the provincials, it ▾ winning provincials. was the first time as “WHEN YOU GO TO ANY that team,” said Rick, “For us being in whose twin brother NATIONALS IN CURLING, Olds (where the provincials was held), Bob was part of the ALBERTA IS ALWAYS emotional team right from the ONE OF THE RECOGNIZED itfor was beginning. “We have my brother and TOP TEAMS BECAUSE all curled lots, but we myself. Our whole IT’S SO HARD TO GET TO family was there. meshed as a team. You have to want to “But Lindsey OUT OF PROVINCE.” (Rick’s late daughwin as a team too in ter), she had won curling.” Rick More In the provincial her provincial crest ▴ there. When we won and national competitions combined, it, obviously there is the team saw 16 wins and four losses. emotion, but then there is a realism “Part of one of my dreams was to that we won provincials.” play with my twin brother and win a Rick said the team was excited to provincial crest. We’ve gone to provin- move on to the national competition.
BIG WIN - From left, Fred Armstrong (skip), Keith Glover (third), Bob More (second) and Rick More (lead) pose together at the 2017 Canadian Masters Curling Championships. The team brought home the silver medal. photo submitted
“When you go to any nationals in curling, Alberta is always one of the recognized top teams because it’s so hard to get out of province,” said Rick. “We just wanted to do well. We were wearing the colours and we met some great people. We got hot at the right time.” The team lost their first game to Ontario and won their second game against the Northwest Territories. The team then lost again to Quebec before winning their next seven games in a row. “We knew the tough teams like Northern Ontario and Saskatchewan were our last games, and we ended up in first place there. We ended up in the gold final and we played Northern Ontario. We were tied up coming home in the eighth end and then Al (Hackner) made his shot for gold.”
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Rick said earning a silver medal was the icing on the cake. “I think it’s gravy to win it but it’s the experience of being around all the different people from the provinces who you sit down with after at the events - it’s pretty cool.” Rick said the experience was especially meaningful for him and his twin brother Bob. “It was neat. We savoured the moment and we always wanted to do that, it was a dream of ours,” said Rick. Meanwhile, Rick began curling when he was in Grade 7. He plays Wednesday and Fridays in Red Deer in a men’s and senior league. “When you get into this serious stuff, all those years of important shots - you do get better in different circumstances. I love competition like that.”
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Sports Notre Dame High School athlete Zackary Jansen recognized BY CARLIE CONNOLLY carlie.connolly@reddeerexpress.com
team handball, hockey and badminton. Jansen is a member of Notre Dame’s junior volleyball team, and he and his team captured Grade 10 Notre Dame High School student the league championship. Zackary Jansen has received recognition as a Both his parents played a lot of sports, his mom track and field athlete. in track and his dad being a big hockey player, He was named athlete of the month in April by which helped him to become interested in sport. The Alberta Sport Development “My mom would take me out Centre-Central (ASDC-C) for ▾ back and we’d do running drills his participation in sports, while we’d practice running.” “I REALLY LIKE of course maintaining his grades. What attracts Jansen most to THE STRAIGHT UP ASDC-C provides sport dethe sport of track and field is the COMPETING. A LOT OF velopment opportunities for competitive aspect of it. athletes and coaches in Central OTHER SPORTS IT’S “I really like the straight up Alberta. Jansen was recognized competing. A lot of other sports MORE TECHNIQUE for his emergence in track and it’s more technique whereas in WHEREAS IN TRACK field. track it’s a lot of just pure athletic IT’S A LOT OF JUST As a track athlete, he competability.” ed at the 2016 Alberta Summer PURE ATHLETIC ABILITY.” Through track Jansen does the Games and received a gold medal hurdles, sprints, long, triple and Zackary Jansen in three events, including penhigh jump. tathlon, triple jump and 200 ▴ He will be competing in his metre hurdles. school’s track meet in regionals “It’s a real honour to get that opportunity and and then provincials. He will then have some I’m really glad that I’ve joined ASDC and having summer track meets with the Titans coming up. the support from them really brought a lot of Although heavy into the world of sports, that acknowledgement to my achievements in the doesn’t mean Jansen slacks in his academics. It’s Summer Games I didn’t have before,” said Jansen. actually quite the opposite. Jansen maintains an This track season he will be training with the honours with distinction grade point average of Red Deer Titans Track Club with goals to make 90 plus at school. it to provincials. After high school he hopes to get a scholarship The 16-year-old student is also active com- to university and hopes to continue participating peting in athletics including volleyball, baseball, in the sport of track and field.
RECOGNITION - The Alberta Sport Development Central announced track player, Zackary Jansen of Notre Dame High School, as the Male Athlete of the month of April.
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Be prepared for any type of home renovation Imagine you are renovating your home, you have big dreams and plans and you begin tearing out walls and creating a dusty mess in your home. It is very exciting! Those first steps – demo days as the home and garden TV people like to call them, are alive with possibility and can be more exciting than the actual finished product. Your resolve is strong and energy is high, it is time to do this! The days between demo day and what I observe is a mystery that I have yet to understand. Various life circumstances can thwart a renovation project and stop it dead. When this happens, the quick fix is usually the answer and the results are
always less than I’m sure the homeowner intended at the start. There have been some eyebrow raising finishes I have observed over the years which make me scratch my head and wonder what happened? One home had a beautiful new bathroom installed with flooring, fixtures and beautiful custom tile work except for the shower. With all the beautiful finishes in this room, they chose vinyl flooring for the tub surround. Oh wait, it gets worse! The vinyl wasn’t long enough to enclose the entire shower so they added a different piece on the end. Vinyl flowing isn’t a suitable surface for a wet area and what happened that this beautiful reno-
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vation found its demise with a cheap piece of plastic for a tub surround? Picture a beautiful, bright new bathroom. Pretty white tub and tiles, new flooring and modern lighting fixtures. All the bells and whistles applied and the client loved it! Sealed the deal and he moved in. The next morning when he was showering in his new bathroom the white tub began to run down the drain! Here this poor man is standing in a puddle of latex paint while his lovely teal bathtub is revealed all around him. This is the kind of surprise you don’t want to see in your new home. I have seen drywall ‘repairs’ so large you could fit a person through the wall. What makes me scratch my head is why a person wouldn’t add a new piece of drywall rath-
UNWIND - A modern style upstairs living room is one of the many features of this Mason Martin Homes on Lindman Avenue. Carlie Connolly/Red Deer Express er than try to hide it with layers and layers of patch and spackle. The time, effort and money it takes to try to fill in a large hole with filler makes no sense when a piece of drywall and a little patch would be less expensive and less time consuming. Also, it is far more stable and there is less chance of someone falling into your patch work mess when they lean on the wall.
Carry on with your renovations and your dream projects but make sure to plan all the way through until the end. Your quick fix generally becomes the headache of someone else. The amount of time and energy it takes to rig up a poor substitute could be better spent by doing things the right way. Slow down and try to quell the panic that may arise when
you run into a roadblock and make informed decisions towards all aspects of your renovation. You will never regret walking away from a job well done and personal satisfaction feels great compared with shame and regret. Kim Wyse is a Central Alberta freelance designer. Find her on facebook at ‘Ask a Designer/Ask a Realtor’.
Are you ready for ‘Sharknado’? By now you have all heard of this splendidly silly series of made for TV movies about man eating shark infested tornados hitting the city of Los Angeles. I am certainly not going to debate the merits of the films but all the chaos and mayhem did start me thinking. Who is going to pay for all that damage caused by the whirly gigging sharks? Can that poor guy who just got partially eaten afford the time off to recover? This week we are going to look at the types of insurance you want to have to protect yourself in case of a Sharknado or other life event. 1. Life insurance - there are two things guaranteed in life namely death and taxes. The truth of the matter is that death takes us all and on its own schedule. The greatest final gift you can give to your family
is to ensure they are taken care of in the event of yours. Here are a few things to consider though I can not stress enough that you really should seek out the services of a great insurance agent. This is what they do and they will make sure you have the proper insurance • Do you have significant coverage? • Is your beneficiary correct? • If your coverage is through your employer, what happens if you leave? If you have developed a health issue then you may not qualify for a new policy. Consider third party coverage so that this won’t affect you.. 2. Disability - do you know that the number one reason for mortgage default is disability? Well now you do so it’s time to make sure you have the right coverage. Most
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employers cover you while you are on the job but do you know if that coverage extends to a fall off the roof while putting up Christmas lights? You need to know and again, third party coverage means you and your family are protected no matter where you work. 3. Critical illness - this coverage will pay for expenses not covered by your regular health plan should you become critically ill. Even in Canada there are a multitude of things not covered and the last thing you need to be worried about at such a time is how you are going to pay for them. 4. Home insurance - I am pretty sure that there is no coverage for an actual Sharknado but you can prepare for as many other events as possible. Again, talk to your qualified insurance broker to make sure you have the correct coverage. Consider asking how best to document your possessions in case of a fire? Just think. If you
had a video walk through of your home, with a complete list of possessions including receipts for large purchases which you had kept in a fire proof safe, how much easier would it be for you and your insurance company to get you back on track? I recommend reading the policy, asking the questions and ensuring your coverage is what you need it to be. Okay so let’s face it, if you stop for one moment and think I bet you will be able to recall family and friends who have gone through life issues which would have been made easier by having sufficient insurance coverage. Don’t let a Sharknado get you my friends. Take a couple of hours and make sure you have the coverage you need and if you do not then get it. Have a great week! Pam Pikkert is a mortgage broker with Dominion Lending Centres - Regional Mortgage Group in Red Deer.
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RADISSON Red Deer is looking for an Executive Chef Ideal candidate is working hands-on Executive Chef with great knowledge and passion for food. Please submit your resume to General Manager at 1-403-342-6567 6500 - 67 Street, Red Deer T4P 1A2 or Fax 403-357-1116.
Trades
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A MAJOR OIL and Gas Company is looking for Plant and Field Operators in the Slave Lake/Wabasca area. This is a camp 7/7 shift, 12 hour days. Must have minimum 5 years operating experience, heavy oil is preferred. Email resume to: delproltd@gmail.com.
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CHIEF Executive OfÀcer for Habitat for Humanity Red Deer. HFHRD is looking for a dynamic leader who will be responsible for the leadership, general management and act as a key advisor to the governance board. Experience in real estate, construction, HR or nonproÀt organizations considered assets. All interested applicants please submit resumes to hr@habitatreddeer.ca by 05/15/17.
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GREEN ACRES CAMPGROUND on Pine Lake is looking for a MAINTENANCE MAN that can work on his own and has knowledge to be able to work on a variety of different projects and repairs that are within a camping environment. This would be a full time seasonal job running from the beginning of April to the end of October. Please stop in for a visit or email your resume to itsfun@ campinggreenacres.com or fax to 403-886-2250
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Red Deer’s most modern 5 pin bowling center req’s permanent F/T & P/T front counter staff and servers for (eves. and wknds). Please send resume to: htglanes@telus.net or apply in person JOURNALISTS, Graphic Artists, Marketing and more. Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. Free. Visit: awna.com/for-job-seekers. MATURE person req’d. once per week to clean small seniors apartment. Refer’s & criminal record check req’d. Pls. call 403-309-4554
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BLACK PEARL CONCRETE Removal & replace concrete work, garage pads, driveways, remove/delivery of soil/gravel, bobcat services. 403-352-7285 BRIDGER Const. We do it all! Lic. & Ins. 403-302-8550
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1 GRAZING LEASE Boyle, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, June 14, Edmonton. 428.01 +/acres. $3000 surface lease revenue. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; Brokerage: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate. 2 PARCELS OF FARMLAND - Fawcett, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, June 14, Edmonton. 302.8 +/- title acres. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; Brokerage: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate. 24 FULLY SERVICED LAKE PROPERTIES Buffalo Lake, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, June 14 in Edmonton. Lots range from 0.2 +/- to 0.32 +/acres. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; Broker: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate.
FAMILY NURSE Our Family Nurses are excited about being part of an innovative organization that puts patients first. Continuous quality improvement is in our DNA. A day in the life of a Family Nurse at the Red Deer Primary Care Network includes: x Working collaboratively with patients/families and other PCN professionals to address chronic disease and other complex healthcare needs as well as connecting pregnant women to community resources. x Collaborating with a team of RDPCN family physicians and other health care professionals x Prevention and health promotion If you: are a Diploma or Baccalaureate Nurse hold membership in good standing with CARNA and have 5-10 years Nursing experience, have recent clinical experience with patient self-management and/or chronic disease are interested in a 0.8-1.0 FTE position
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Administrative Support 4 $23.37 - $28.65/Hour Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, Stettler: Do you have a passion for providing exceptional client service? Are you strongly interested in supporting Alberta’s agriculture industry? Reporting to the Director of the Ag-Info Centre (AIC) and as a part of the Extension and Communication Services Division, you will be the first point of contact at the AIC for Alberta’s agriculture industry. You will provide information to internal and external clients on resources, programs and services provided by the department and the Government of Alberta. As the successful candidate you will demonstrate excellent client service skills and an ability to clearly communicate with various clients primarily via phone. Your capacity to be able to transfer knowledge to clients and colleagues within a fast paced, highly responsive environment will be key. Also, your ability to work independently, as well as part of the team will enable you continued success in this role. Qualifications: High School Diploma and two years related experience working in a client service office environment, as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) is required. Experience within the agriculture industry is essential. NOTE: This competition may be used to fill future vacancies and candidates with lower qualifications may be considered at a lower level. Closing Date: May 12, 2017 Please email your resume to Carmen.Andrew@gov.ab.ca or mail to: Alberta Agriculture & Forestry Carmen Andrew Ag-Info Centre Postal Bag 600 Stettler AB TOC 2L0
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AUCTION FOR Duane BEAUTIFUL SPRUCE Nickolson & Guest TREES 4-6 feet, $35 each. Consignors. Saturday, Machine planting: $10/tree May 13 - SW of Cherhill, (includes bark mulch and Alberta. Skidsteer, track fertilizer). 20 tree minimum hoe, farm house, house order. Delivery fee trailer, storage sheds, $75-$125/order. household, much more. Quality guaranteed. View details at www. 403-820-0961. spectrumauctioneering.com. 780-967-3375 / SAWMILLS from only 780-903-9393. $4,397. Make money & MEIER-2 DAY Classic Car save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any & Truck Auction. Saturday dimension. In stock ready & Sunday, May 6 & 7, to ship. Free info & dvd: 11a.m. both days. 6016 www.Norwood 72A Ave., Edmonton. Sawmills.com/400OT. Consign today, 1-800-566-6899 ext. call 780-440-1860. 400OT. RETIRING Tired of Standing? GUIDE/OUTFITTER Find something to sit on Auction for Leo & Patricia Peredery. Sunday, May 7, in Classifieds Athabasca, Alberta. RiÁe collection, hunting, Sporting trapping, guiding tools, equipment, machinery. Goods View details at www. spectrumauctioneering.com RED DEER GUN SHOW 780-967-3375 / UFA Agri Centre West 780-903-9393. (Westerner), May 6 -7, 2017 Info: 403-347-3767
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Travel Packages
1900
GRIZZLY BEAR TOUR & Whale Watching on the Westcoast. This one day Áy & cruise charter to Khutzeymateen, BC departs Edmonton on Father’s Day, June 18 & Calgary on Canada Day, Sunday, July 2. 1-866-460-1415; www.classiccanadian tours.com
Wanted To Buy
1930
WANTED TO BUY: old lead batteries for recycling 403-396-8629
Grain, Feed Hay
2190
EARLY VARIETIES. Go Early HRS Wheat. AC Juniper Oats. Busby & Sundre Barley. AAC Peace River Field Peas. Early One Polish Canola; mastinseeds.com. 403-556-2609.
Condos/ Townhouses
3030
GREAT location: Downtown 1 bdrm + den, laundry, parkade, elevator. $975 mo. 403-357-0053
4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes
3050
2 BDRM., no pets, $850. mo. 403-343-6609
Suites
3060
Recently reno’d., lower main HEATED CANOLA buying Áoor bi-level, 1 lrg. bdrm & den, separate entrance & Green, Heated or Springheating, lrg. yard. $950 thrashed Canola. Buying: incl. utilities. 403-302-0820 oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Warehouse Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, Space 1-877-250-5252.
3140
JOURNALISTS, Graphic Artists, Marketing and more. Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. Free. Visit: awna.com/for-job-seekers.
Houses/ Duplexes
3020
2 BDRM. Blackfalds, duplex, 4 appl., $1000/mo. + utils., 403-318-3284 3 BDRM., main Ár. no pets, no kids, no drugs, mature, quiet adult, fully employed preferred. $650 rent/dd, 1/2 util. 403-348-0530
WAREHOUSE OFFICE SHOP SPACE COMPOUND
STEEL BUILDING SALE. “Mega Madness Sale!” 20x23 $5780. 25x25 $6312. 30x31 $8175. 33x35 $9407. One end wall included. Check out www.pioneersteel.ca for more prices. Pioneer Steel 1-855-212-7036. Classifieds...costs so little Saves you so much!
4160
SERGE’S HOMES
4070
PRIVATELY OWNED pasture, hayland and grainland available in small and large blocks in Saskatchewan. Please contact Doug at 306-716-2671 or saskfarms@shaw.ca for further details.
LOGS Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar, birch. Price depends on location of delivery. Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346
Lots Available in Lacombe, Blackfalds, Springbrook Custom build your dream home on your lot or ours. For more info. call OfÀce - 403-343-6360
Cars
5030
2001 CHEV Impala, $1000 obo. 403-304-1077
Fifth Wheels
5110
2008 Montego Bay 35 ft 5th wheel, 3 slides, A/C, TV, Àreplace, awning, front power jacks. 19,900. PH 403 340-4147
23. Wands 27. Musical style 29. Camouflaged 31. Risk 32. ____ Curtain 34. Hall and Oates, e.g. 36. Teenage problem 37. Scatter 39. Corrode 41. Cut down 42. Self-____ 44. Stand up to
46. College VIP 48. Ravioli, e.g. 51. Unwritten 54. Relics 56. Take a gamble 57. Bikini part 58. Downturn 59. Gazed at 60. Offbeat 61. Babbles
DOWN 1. ____ up (make lively) 2. Cattle 3. Large sofa 4. Grin 5. Hem’s partner 6. Manipulates 7. Pulse 8. Cold brew: 2 wds. 9. Doze 10. Yuletide drink 11. Stars’ site 16. Engrave on glass 20. Race unit 22. Baby goat 24. Band 25. Lineup number 26. Large amount 27. Float upward 28. Liberal ____ 30. Fitting 33. Teased 35. Klutz 38. Petite 40. Measuring device 43. Caribbean dance 45. Bonbon, e.g. 47. Dull person 49. Grabbed 50. Venomous snakes 51. Solemn lyric poem 52. Beam 53. Have being 55. Loony
ANSWER
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ACROSS 1. Seed containers 5. Cabin 8. Hotels 12. Huge quiz 13. Fire leftover 14. Chef 15. Roger Ebert, e.g. 17. Fidgety 18. Bowed 19. Already purchased 21. Stick one’s ____ out
4150
5,600 +/- SQ FT SHOP & OfÀce Building Whitecourt, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, June 14 in Edmonton. Roszko Construction Limited. 1.38 +/- Title Acres. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; Brokerage: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate.
Lots For Sale
4440 main Áoor 795 ofÀces on mezz 4619 - 63 Street 403-350-1777
Farms/ Land
Buildings For Sale
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5114 - 48 Street, DRAW DATE: Red Deer JUNE 2ND @ NOON 403-406-6592 April Winner: Ken Enion Name: _______________________________________ Phone: _______________________________________ #121, 5301 - 43 St.
403-346-3356
Multimedia Reporter The Sylvan Lake News has an opening for a full-time multimedia reporter. The successful candidate will have: - Excellent skills in social media, photography, and video shooting and editing. Regular video production is a must. Broadcast journalism is an asset. - A demonstrated ability to cover breaking news and a strong understanding of the urgency of online news. - A good understanding of SEO and how to apply it. - The ability to adhere to deadlines and take direction while contributing original story ideas.
Candidates should have their own cell phone, digital camera, a vehicle and a valid driver’s license. We offer a great working environment with a competitive remuneration plan coupled with a strong benefits package. The Sylvan Lake News is owned by Black Press Community News Media, an independent and international media group with more than 190 community, daily and urban publications, 14 press facilities and over 160 websites in Alberta, B.C., Washington, Hawaii and Ohio. Interested? Send your resume, cover letter and samples of your work by Monday, May 2, 2017 to: Samuel Macdonald, Editor Sylvan Lake News #103-5020 50A Street Sylvan Lake, AB, T4S 1R2 samuel.macdonald@sylvanlakenews.com
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Red Deer Express
Suprise Mom this Mother’s Day 2015 Dodge Ram 2500 SLT
2016 Buick Encore CXL
2013 Chevrolet 1500 Ext Cab LTZ
#17P012
#17N076A
Crew Cab, Bluetooth!
33,900
$
2015 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ
#16N135A #17N060A
Loaded, Leather, Nav., Sunroof, only 23,000kms!
31,900
$
2016 GMC Terrain SLE AWD
$32,900 2016 GMC Acadia AWD SLE2
#16P019
2.4L, XM, Onstar, Bluetooth
28,960
2011 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT
#16N226A #17N053A
7 Passenger, Sunroof!
39,660
$
2016 Chevrolet Impala LT
13,900
2014 Chevrolet
1500 Double Cab LTZ
Loaded, 3.6L V6, Remote Starter!
24,900
$
2016 Chevrolet Equinox 1LT
30,900
#16P011
AWD, 17 wheels, 2.5 4Cyl, LE Edition!
AWD, Leather, Sunroof!
26,360
41,860
$
$
2013 Chevrolet Trax LTZ AWD
2015 BMW X1 XDrive28i
#16P021
Leather, Sunroof!
25,900
2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
$
AWD, Heated Leatherette Seats, Power seats!
19,999
2006 Chevrolet Colorado Extreme
#16N135B #16P016A
135000km
$
19,900
2015 Cadillac ATS Premium Coupe
2016 Toyota Rav4
$
# 16N108A
31,900
$
#16N140A
Loaded, Leather!
$
$
FWD, True North Package!
#16N227A
#17P016
25,900
#17P008
AWD, Heated Seats, 8 Passenger!
$
$
Loaded, Bluetooth, 5.3 V8!
Loaded, Leather, 86,000kms!
#16P025
Premium Package, Leather!
$
#7N074A
#17P010A
2014 Ford Mustang Convertible
#16P012
#16P024
Loaded, V6, AWD, Leather!
Pre-Owned Vehicle Blowout on Now!
2010 Chev Silverado 1/2 Crew Lt
10,900
$
31,960
2016 Buick Verano
#17N052A
Sunroof, Leather, 3.5L!
11,900
$
Remote Start, Rear Camera!
$
18,900
*Cash prices are plus tax. See dealer for full details.
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5640 Hwy 2A, Lacombe, AB 403.782.3626 • 1.888.259.6950