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Border City runs into Canadian sports history

Taylor Weaver Meridian Source

A team of torchbearers, including Coun. Michael Diachuk and MLA Dr. Richard Starke, made their way from City Hall to the Servus Sports Centre last Wednesday evening as part of the 2019 MNP Canada Games Torch Relay for the 2019 Canada Winter Games. TAYLOR WEAVER

EDITOR

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The Border City was among 48 communities across the country to make history as the MNP Canada Games Torch Relay made a stop in town last Wednesday on it’s way to Red Deer to kick off

the 2019 Canada Winter Games on Feb. 15. “For the first time in the history of the Canada Games the MNP Torch Relay is travelling from coast to coast, so today we make history as the torch visits Lloydminster on its journey across

Canada,” said emcee Heather Klages to an e xcit e d cr ow d at t he Servus Sports Centre. Among the torchbearers was Coun. Michael Diachuk and MLA Dr. Richard Starke, who both wore their red and white Torch Relay jackets

with pride. “I look at Rusway Arena and think of the oval outside, and I think of the hours I spent working with young athletes, and their goal in many cases was to get to the Canada Winter Games,” said Starke.

“Those games were awarded to Red Deer back in September of 2014 and I was honoured to be the Minister of Sport and announced Red Deer as the host city, so for me this is a special personal honour and I couldn’t tell you how

proud I was to carry the torch today and wish success to all the athle te s, organize rs, and Red Deer Mayor Tara Veer.” The Canada Winter Games kick off on Feb. 15 with closing ceremonies scheduled for March 3.

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Co-op re-opens with pre-travel clinics GEOFF LEE

WRITER

.................................. Medical travel advice and prescriptions are now being dispensed at the Lloydminster Co-op Pharmacy. The pharmacy launched new Travel Health Clinics during the grand re-opening of their renovated space inside the Co-op Marketplace on Tuesday. The clinics will be held inside the redesigned pharmacy with the addition of two private patient counselling rooms and modernized dispensing equipment. The travel health service is being provided by pharmacy manager Michelle Teasdale and pharmacist Natasha Krahn, who have recently earned a special Certificate in

Travel Health. They are the only certified travel health pharmacists in Lloydminster to have received the designation from the International Society of Travel Medicine. “I think it’s something that’s really important. That certification gave us specialized training,” said Teasdale. “We’re able to do a proper assessment on the patient, provide recommendations that are very specific to the patient, so based on where they are going and what they might be are doing and their health situations.” They can also discuss with a client their personal medical history, current prescriptions and prescribe and adminis-

Geoff Lee Meridian Source ter travel vaccinations and medications. “There is a fee, but that fee does include the injection and administration fee for that first consult,” said Teasdale, with rates depending on how many people are travelling together and their destination. “There is a lot of training behind this and a lot of information provided so there is a charge for that service.” “It’s a nice one-onone education piece both with the customer

and the pharmacist to prepare them before they travel.” The two consulting rooms are also for ad minist ering injections or vaccinations or for just sitting down with clients for medication reviews. Teasdale thinks the biggest change with this new space is the new sit down booths for customers to drop off prescriptions and have a private consultation. CONTINUED ON PAGE 5

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Yellow vest protest avoids NCA

GEOFF LEE

WRITER

.................................. You’re not welcome. That’s the message yellow vest protesters in Lloydminster issued to members of the right wing National Citizens Alliance party over the weekend. Local protest organizers moved their main rally from Saturday to Sunday to avoid a potential conflict

with the NCA that was expected to show up, but didn’t. “Our yellow vest movement doesn’t want anything to do with it,” said protest organizer Charlie Medlicott, who was at the Sunday rally. “We thought just to avoid conflict we decided we would change our rally. If they wanted to have the floor yesterday they could;

we just thought we’d do ours today,” she said. Sean Domes, an oil patch worker from Dewberry, showed up on Saturday in case the NCA tried to disrupt the yellow vest protest. “They are going to try to come here and try to ruin these rallies—I’ve seen it on the news. They show up with batons and weapons and we’re showing up with our signs and peaceful protests,” said Domes. “That’s why I showed up to make sure that didn’t happen today.” A few Lloydminster RCMP officers mingled with the small group of yellow vest protesters on Saturday in case the NCA turned up with their anti-globalization agenda. “They didn’t show up. They were told not to come. Stephen Garvey leader of NCA declined to show up,” said Medlicott. She says she was con-

tacted by the RCMP earlier in the week regarding everything and explained to them they don’t want conflict. “We have peaceful rallies. People bring their kids and we didn’t want to have any potential for that and we decided we were going to change our rally date to Sunday and let the NCA do their thing Saturday,” said Medlicott. “Apparently, it didn’t go so well for them and we’ve got a pretty good turnout today so I think we did the right thing.” Daniel Vick, who owns a hotel in Dewberry, made the point that yellow vest protests are not affiliated with any political party. “What we are is for political reform. We’re out here; we want to make changes. We want our government to be held accountable to the citizens of Canada,” said Vick. Vick says he came out for many reasons

including showing support for oil workers in his community who are out of work. “That’s a big part of the issue too. We need to get our people back to work and get our resources to market. A lot of people in Alberta are suffering,” he said. About 30 people came to protest on Sunday with many carrying placards denouncing everything from carbon taxes, stalled oil pipelines, the UN Migration Pact and the leadership of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Medlicott said Lloydminster can expect to see more rallies in the future. “We need a change in government. We need changes all the way around,” she said. “Our pipelines are still not getting built, there’s still more people out of work, 17,000 people lost jobs in Alberta in December so until things start mov-

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ing we’re going to be out here as often as we can.” S u nd a y ’s r a l l y w as the fifth one at City Hall since protests were launched in communities across Canada in December with a grab bag of national and international issues voiced by the movement. “We want our people back to work; we want jobs, we want our pipelines built; we want our carbon tax scrapped. We’re completely against the UN Migration Pact, it’s not doing a th i ng f o r Cana d a ,” said Medlicott. The UN pact is a sweeping yet non-binding accord meant to ensure safe, orderly and humane migration and to crack down on dangerous and illegal movements across borders.

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Tom Cochrane and band to rock Lloyd GEOFF LEE

WRITER

.................................. Tom Cochrane’s life will continue to be a highway when he and Red Rider take Highway 16 to perform in Lloydminster during a spring tour. Cochrane, who is known for his careerdefining single Life Is a Highway, will play at the Vic Juba Community Theatre with the Red Rider band and a special guest the evening of March 26. The Lloydminster show is part of a tour to small theatres in Alberta and British Columbia. Cochrane has won eight Juno awards and numerous other industry honours, including a

Grammy nomination. He is best known for his breakthrough 1991 album Mad Mad World and its anth emic h it Life Is A Highway that achieved diamond status with sales. The audience can sing along to the song’s famous chorus line, “Life is a highway, I want to ride it all night long.” Cochrane celebrated the 25th anniversary release of the album in 2016 by launching a cross Canada tour in 2017 in keeping with his well travelled roots. The native of Lynn Lake Manitoba scored initial success as a folk based singer/songwriter playing the coffeehouses

Co-op reopens pharmacy FROM PAGE 3

“So whereas before it was just a counter; they dropped off their prescription and now we can sit down,” said Teasdale. “There is always a pharmacist there at first contact to assess the prescription. It’s more private; it’s more of a conversation versus just a quick drop off.” Leanne Hawes, the Coop’s vice president of operations, explained they have been planning this pharmacy renovation for just over a year with the work finished in December following an early September start to construction.

“It’s a new space, a professional space for our team to offer the high quality services and products that our Co-op members have grown accustomed to receiving,” said Hawes. The renovations complete a modernization of the Marketplace beginning in 2014 with new refrigeration equipment, a reworked storefront and additional square footage for both the sales floor and warehouse and staff offices. The grand re-opening was celebrated with a ribbon cutting in front of the pharmacy.

of Toronto’s famed Yorkville scene in the early ‘70s before teaming up with Red River and playing to larger venues. Cochrane is member of the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and the Canadian Music Industry Hall of Fame. He has received multiple songwriter awards from the Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada, the Composers, Authors and Publishers Association of Canada and the American

Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. CONTINUED ON PAGE 7

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Dip into astrology at the spa GEOFF LEE

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.................................. Star gazing and hair dressing go hand in hand at Vivid Salon and Spa in Lloydminster. A personal astrology chart reading is one of the wellness services that Vivid hairdresser Katie Thackeray can provide for clients looking to better understand what makes them tick. Thackeray briefly touched on individual and group benefits of chart readings with her presentation of astrology and the elements of earth, air, water and fire during the Rotary Club of Lloydminster’s Monday lunch. She says like a snapshot of the planets at your birth, your astrology chart can show personality traits, struggles and strengths. “I myself use the elements and astrology to work with my staff, seeing what people’s strengths are, how to play them into the workplace and how they conflict with each other and work together,”

said Thackeray. “Me, I’m a Libra and it’s an air sign, so I like to talk and I like to connect to people and I like information and I like to learn.” Thackeray says she was introduced to astrology by world renowned American astrologer Debra Silverman during a visit to a spa in Sedona Arizona in 2013. “I was really taken with her. I liked her approach. I liked that it was practical and applicable,” she said. “I took a course for about a year just with the intent to understand myself better.” Now Thackeray teaches Silverman’s courses online and provides astrology readings at Vivid or online via video conference. “I’ve looked at hundreds of birth charts and it’s amazing how accurate the information can be,” she said. In astrology language, your sun sign dictates your zodiac personality and helps determine

what job you are best suited for. “The water people are intuitive and empathic. If you’re a water person you should be helping people and working with the public on a very emotional basis,” said Thackeray. Earth people she says are good at structure and work best with methods and systems. “They are very practical,” she said. “If you’re an earth person at work you should be in charge of lists and keeping inventory under control.” Fire people on the other hand are fun, impulsive people who like to party. “They are here to get us moving. They can inspire people and get things going,” said Thackeray. She says air people like her like information and they like to talk and communicate and hunger for learning. “Air people are the teachers and they like talking to people,” said Thackeray.

Servus savers vie for $1M windfall GEOFF LEE

WRITER

.................................. A Lloydminster member of Alberta’s Servus Credit Union network could win a $1 million this spring in a membership contest. Interest in entering the company’s The Big Share Contest is beginning to pick at the Atrium Centre and 18 Street Crossing branches in Lloydminster since the event launch in Edmonton on Jan. 7. “We do talk to quite a few people on the phone with regards to the Big Share,” said Dianna Miller, a member associate at the Atrium branch. “T h e y j us t w a n t t o know how it works and how much money they

need to bring in.” The winner of The Big Share will be announced June 3 with the odds of winning depending on the number of entries. A corporate spokesperson said the chances are good that it will be someone outside of a big centre with 59 Servus branches in Alberta serving about 380,000 members. “If you have an account here before December of last year then you are entitled right away to be entered into the draw,” said Miller. All existing Servus members receive one entry for every $1 of the company’s profit share rewards cash received in December 2018.

Member-owners of Servus Credit Union received a record $52.4 million in profit sharing programs such as share dividends in December. Commercial and agricultural members receive a cash rebate on their service charges. Additional contest entries will be given for every $500 that member Servus savings balances grow between Jan, 1 and April 30. With tax saving time just around the corner, savings can be put towards any kind of savings deposit including a chequing account, Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) or a Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA).

Cochrane to rock Border City FROM PAGE 5

Cochrane also holds an honorary doctorate, has a place on Canada’s Walk of Fame, and has been honoured with both the Order of Manitoba and the Order of Canada.

Along with his music, Cochrane has dedicated his time to philanthropic work over the past few decades leading to his acceptance of the 2013 Allan Waters Humanitarian Award.

The Lloydminster concert is presented by Crabby Productions in Cranbrook, B.C., Tickets to the Lloydminster concert are on sale at the Vic Juba ticket office and online.

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The Big Share contest is an incentive for members to become more financially fit in the new year. “It gets you thinking about your future and retirement,” said Miller. “It’s trying to get Albertans to save a little bit more.” Miller says she wishes she had a crack at winning $1 million contest too. “Unfortunately, I can’t enter it because I work here, but it would be nice,” she said. “I dream about it every day for years.” Meanwhile, both local branches are gearing up for the seasonal tax saving crunch. “I’m thinking in the next two to three weeks it will be really crazy,” said Miller.

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Fish and gamers target January GEOFF LEE

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.................................. The Lloydminster and District Fish and Game Association plan to interrupt winter hibernation for the second time this month for their annual Family Wildlife and Awards Banquet. The banquet will take place at the Stockade Convention Centre the evening of Jan. 26 to kick off a new season with a fundraising and membership drive in a

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party atmosphere. The popular event will follow the association’s annual Lloydminster Gun and Outdoor Sportsman Show this weekend at the Servus Centre. The banquet also follows the re-election of Dwayne Davison to his sixth year as association president during their annual general meeting at Grace United Church on Jan. 9. “In all honesty, I enjoy doing it. It’s all about the cause. We’re all about wildlife and habitat conservation. That’s why we do all this stuff,” he said. The AGM executive also elected Reid Ballek as vice-president in advance of the banquet. “January is always exciting for us getting prepared for this,” said Davison. “It takes a lot of preparation by a lot of people to serve that many people at the banquet.” Both the gun show

and the banquet are major fundraisers for the association with Exsile Reloaded being the major sponsor of the banquet this year along with Wildside Outdoors and Shep’s Sports. “We’re still doing the fundraising now so if anyone is out there and can support us we’d certainly like that,” said Davison about sponsorships and donations. Several other companies have also stepped up to donate items for a live and silent auction with Kurt Price to act as master of ceremonies. “We’ve got a hunting rifle for the ping pong auction. We’ll also be drawing for a rifle as the door prize from the gun show,” said Davison. Awards will be prese nte d for birds and various big game categories for moose, deer, elk and antelope, including awards for archery hunts over the past year. “We also have our

fishing awards for the largest whitefish, pike and walleye and perch,” said Davison, who notes the spring bear season is next for members in 2019. He said this year’s fall moose and waterfowl season should also be as good as the last one. “The moose populations are still right up there. The daily limit for snow geese is quite high due to a lot of snow geese,” he said. Davison expects up to 480 people to attend and support this year’s membership drive. “Our target will be in that 1,500-1,600 range again and hopefully we can increase that a little bit,” said Davison, who added the economy always plays a big role. “Our membership over the last few years has remained fairly steady. We’re going to work on getting that up a little bit.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

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Leave it to Weaver An artistic weekend celebrating love EDITOR Taylor Weaver

I decided this week to recycle an old habit of mine and write about what I was up to over the weekend because 1) I had an absolute blast, and 2) I enjoying sharing these experiences with others. So, this past weekend I had the amazing opportunity to be a second shooter for a wedding with Jessie Mann Photography. Wedding photography is something I haven’t done in a while, and the weddings I have done in the past have mainly been for families. That said, I do have formal training in photography and spent eight months as a photographer on a cruise ship, which basically boiled down to a team of 10 shooters taking upwards of 10,000 pic-

tures a week. On the ship, if the photo wasn’t up to snuff, the customer didn’t buy it and we didn’t get the commission for prints ... so you always wanted to make sure ties and necklaces were straight! That said, my attention to detail kicked into high gear on Saturday and by the end of the day the bridal party was posing like pros thanks to some tips from lead shooter Jessie and myself. I haven’t done any really serious portrait work since the cruise ship but I proved to myself on Saturday that I still had it and had a lot of fun in the process. I think the whole experience for me was so enjoyable because I really enjoy interacting with people, and as I’m sure you can guess, an introvert wouldn’t make a very exceptional portrait photographer, covering hockey games

would be a great job for one though! The whole “work” day was roughly 10 hours and between the three cameras Jessie and I were using I’m pretty sure there was over 4,000 images. I put work in quotes because it really didn’t feel like work at all, just fun with a camera. Congratulations to Ryan and his lovely bride Shaylene, you guys both looked amazing and were a blast to photograph. Thank you very much Jessie for putting your faith in me and giving me this awesome opportunity (and for bringing extra coffee!), you may have even almost converted me to the dark side that is Canon. Y ou re ally ne e d to tru st a photographer for a wedding, so thank you everyone on the other side of the lens that day for that trust and I hope the lovely couple enjoys their honeymoon! Weaver, out.

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Opinion

Leeway from Lloyd: Flu is no friend of ours STAFF WRITER GEOFF LEE

So much for flu shots. The dreaded virus seems to be infecting a lot of people in the Lloydminster area this winter. According to a recent update from Health Canada overall influenza activity in Canada continued to increase in weeks 51 and 52 in 2018 and is carrying over into January. It found me on the last week of the year along with hordes of others. This is the first time I’ve gotten the bug in the past few years as I always get a flu shot in the fall. I guess some vaccines are better than others

at preventing the flu. This year’s common strain is influenza with A(H1N1)pdm09, the most prevalent in Canada. This influenza virus leads to respiratory disease that results in a variety of symptoms in humans, including nasal secretion, barking cough and a decreased appetite. The Saskatchewan Health Authority reported 64 lab confirmed cases for week ending Dec. 29 with six deaths since September. Anyone six months of age and older can receive the flu vaccine in Lloydminster and is encouraged to get vaccinated early in the season. The flu vaccine is

usually a safe, effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent illness and save lives.

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It’s not worth buying a lot of off the counter stuff that just temporary masks symptoms until the next killer cough attack sets in—Dr. Tim knows best.

It’s obviously no coincidence that colds and cou g h r e me d ie s are dominating TV commercials lately. I am one of those people who believes Tim Hortons coffee is

doctor recommended and my three cups a day intake isn’t doing me any harm. It’s not worth buying a lot of off the counter stuff that just temporary masks symptoms until the next killer cough attack sets in—Dr. Tim knows best. I am not a very good patient who gets easily sick of being sick, although I do have a shoulder injury that is getting better since I didn’t drag myself to the pool while in sick bay. Staying home for more than one day isn’t really an option either as the flu tends to be a week-long trial by ordeal with time on its side. Maybe if we all

sneezed in unison we could will blow this

virus out of town once and for all. Achoo!

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS The Meridian Source Calendar of Events is a free service provided for non-profit organizations located within our coverage area. All events are in chronological order, as space permits and at the editor’s discretion.

EVERY TUESDAY — VOLLEYBALL Drop in volleyball from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Takes place at the Servus Sports Centre and everyone is welcome, non-competitive and no experience is necessary. Come for fun and exercise and meet some great people. EVERY TUESDAY — ADAPTED YOGA From 10 – 11 a.m. at the Community Service Centre. For more information please contact AnnDee at 780-871-0513. EVERY TUESDAY — DIABETES 102 The new schedule for PNRHA Diabetes Education Classes is ready! Everyone starts with Diabetes 101 and then follows up with Diabetes 102 (people on diabetes pills) or Diabete s 103 (p e o p l e on insulin). All classes are scheduled on a Tuesday morning from 8:15 a.m. to noon. Please contact Nancy Johnston at 306-820-6096 or Helen Rogers at 306-820-6291 to pre-register. EVERY TUESDAY — SENIORS MEET The Lloydminster Concerned Citizens for Seniors Care Society meets at the Legacy Centre from noon - 1:30 p.m. Lunch is available for $8. Please reserve before Tuesday morning

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at 780-875-4584. Everyone welcome. EVERY TUESDAY – DIABETES CLINICS The new schedule is out for Diabetes Education Classes with Saskatchewan Health Authority. Everyone starts with Diabetes 101 and follows up with Diabetes 102 and 103. All classes are scheduled on a Tuesday morning from 8:15 a.m. until noon. To register call Janis at 306-820-4887. EVERY TUESDAY & SATURDAY — FARMER’S MARKET Downtown Farmer’s Market at the Fred North Community Centre (5002 - 51 Avenue, Lloydminster) from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Tues) 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Sat) We’re on Facebook. EVERY THURSDAY AND SATURDAY – FARMER’S MARKET

The Border City Farmer’s Market takes place every Thursday and Saturday at the Servus Sports Centre (5202-12 st.) from 12-6 p.m. on Thursday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday.

JAN. 17 – FREE LEGAL CLINIC

FREE Legal Advice Clinics by Community Legal Clinic, 4419-52 Avenue, Lloydminster, January 17, March 21, May 16, July 18, August 15, Octo-

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Contact Tara 780-8724425 or Angie 780808-6619.

The Lloydminster Gun & Outdoor Sportsman Show is being held on Jan. 19 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. at the Servus Sports Centre. Admission is $10 and children 12 and under are free when accompanied by an adult.

trict Historical Society is sponsoring the 31st annual Robbie Burns Nite at the Edgerton Agricultural Hall. Happy Hour and Silent Auction begin at 5:30 p.m. Supper - 6:30 p.m. Ceilidh - Scottish entertainment to follow. Tickets at the Edgerton Village Office 780-755-3933 or Toys & Treasures - Wainwright - 780-842-3903. Adults - $25, children 12 and under - $5. Contact Louise at 780-7552189 for more info.

JAN. 19 – MINOR HOCKEY DAY

JAN. 26 – TRANSPLANT TROT

There will be a Suicide Awareness Steak Dinner at the Canadian Brewhouse on Feb. 7 starting at 6 p.m. There will be a 50/50 draw and silent auction. Cost is $25 and include steak dinner with your choice of fries, soup, salad or rice. Also includes a domestic bottle of beer, pop, or hiball. Gratuitity not included. For tickets call 306-307-1489.

ber 17 and December 19, 2019. Call 1-587789-0727 for eligibility and bookings. Watch our Facebook page for more details.

JAN. 19 – GUN & OUTDOOR SHOW

Minor Hockey Day at the Neilburg Arena is being held on Jan. 19 and will feature a sledge hockey game between the Neilburg Monarchs and the Cut Knife Sledge Hammers. Team Canada’s Steve Arsenault and Derek Whitson will also be attending and will be signing autographs and taking photos with fans. All proceeds from the game will be towards Saskatchewan Wheelchair Sports. There will be games all day but the main puck drop is at 5 p.m.

JAN. 19 – TEXAS HOLD’EM TOURNEY

There will be a Texas Hold’em Tournament at the Maidstone Legion Clubroom, 102-108-1st Ave. W, on Jan. 19. Tickets are $50 with registration at 6 p.m. and play starts at 7 p.m. There are only 40 entries. To register call Royal Canadian Legion Clubroom at 306-893-4048. License # TH18-0024.

JAN. 25 – ROBBIE BURNS NIGHT

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Please join us for the 4th annual Canadian Transplant Association LLOYDMINSTER TRANSPLANT TROT 2019 on Satu r d ay Jan. 26 at t he Servus Sports Centre walking track 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Register online at www.events. runningroom.com/ site/?radeId=15801. See you there!

JAN. 26 – ROBBIE BURNS NIGHT

The Cross Border Highland Dance Association (CBHDA) is hosting a Robbie Burns Night fundraiser on Jan. 26. There will be a traditional roast beef supper, Haggis and a ticket bar. Featured entertainment is the Studio Encore Highland Dancers. Everyone is Welcome! Lloydminster Civic Center, upper hall for 5:30 p.m. cocktails, 6:30 p.m. dinner and program. DJ dance to follow program, Robin’s DJ Service. Tickets are $35 adults and $20 children (under 12), 2 & Under free. Corporate tables available.

JAN. 27 – CRIBBAGE TOURNEY

A Cribbage Tournament will be held at the Hillmond Hall on Sunday, Jan. 27 starting at 11 a.m. MST. Lunch will be served at noon. You do not need a partner to participate. Hope to see you there.

FEB. 7 – STEAK FUNDRAISER

LLOYDMINSTER LEARNING COUNCIL

- Registration Night for English Language Programs, Monday January 21, 2019, 6:30-7:30pm, Community Services Building, Workshop Room, 4419 - 52 Ave. Fee: No Charge, Call 780-8755763 for any questions - Keyboarding, Wed. Jan 30, 2019, 6:308:30pm, Learn proper hand positioning to touch type to improve speed & accuracy, Fee: $40.00, Call 780-8755763 to register - Technology Series for Adults, 5 Wednesdays, Feb 6-Mar 6, 2019, 6:30-8:30pm, Fee: $125.00, Call 780875-5763 to register

- English Language Classes being offered: Beginner, Advanced, Intermediate, 10 weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, January 29 - April 4, 2019, 7:00-9:00pm, Fee: No Charge, Call 780-8755763 to register - English Language Classes for Women, 10 weeks, Wednesdays, January 30 - April 3, 2019, 1:00-3:00pm, Learn day to day conversational English, pronunciation, reading and writing for everyday activities (work, doctor appointments, children’s school), Fee: No Charge, Call 780-8755763 to register

Fish and Wildlife prep for banquet FROM PAGE 8

The recruiting drive should be helped by the expected appearance of celebrity Brendon Labatte, an offensive lineman for the Saskatchewan Roughriders who is also an avid hunter. “Brendon is affiliated with the Saskatchewan Wildlife Association and he goes to various banquets around the province—he’s definitely a star attraction being with the Riders,” said Davison. “He’s very open to the public and will chat with anybody; he’ll fit in quite well here—he’s all about habitat and wildlife.” Entertainment will be provided by comedian Kelly Taylor. “I didn’t see any hunting jokes in his video, but in this kind of environment he may have something like that,” said Davison.

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Thanks for the memories PRAIRIE WOOL HELEN ROW TOEWS

What did you do over the Christmas holidays? It’s such a wonderful time of year that passes by all too quickly.

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During the festive season, gatherings on our farm often seem dominated by toothsome treats.

So, before we slump into the January blahs, where winter seems to stretch onward into a frozen eternity (or so it feels) take time to remember a few happy moments. During the festive season, gatherings on our farm often seems dominated by toothsome treats. However, we did at one point force ourselves upright, struggle into heavy winter clothes and stride outdoors for amusement and exercise. In a pasture to the north of us lies a long, deep dugout. With all the rain last year, it was full to the brim, which got my brother Bill thinking. He decided to clean

it off and flood it, effectively creating a regulation size ice rink. Of course, things never go as well in reality as they do in theory. The area was simply too large, proving impossible for Bill to transport enough water to cover it properly and create a nice surface. Nonetheless, he isn’t a man to give up easily. Next plan was to slice a hole into the ice with his chainsaw, lower a submersible pump into the swirling black depths, and using 50 feet of hose, cover the rink with frigid water gleaned from beneath his feet. This worried me. As I’ve written before, I have an unreasonable fear of water, frozen or otherwise. What if his efforts created some weird vacuum? What if this vacuum caused the ice to cave in and sucked him to a watery grave? As any good sister might do, I rang numerous times during this process to assure myself he was still among the living. Eventually, I was instructed tersely to, “Quit bloody calling and let me finish the job!” and reluctantly I gave it up. Soon, he had the rink ready for a skating party, and we wound our way

through a tangle of willows near the shore, swinging our skates in anticipation.

My son Chris and his family were there too, and together we strapped on our blades

before gliding forth.

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It was a bit uneven in spots and ominously crunchy in others, but over the course of the afternoon a wonderful time was had. Unfortunately, one of the older adults tumbled heavily to the ice with a loud screech â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and by an older adult I mean me, but Chris kindly assured me I had fallen gracefully, almost with artistic finesse; displaying none of the flailing and ungainly

flopping Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m pretty sure was closer to the truth. Later, we learned our family in England had been skating that very same day in the city of Lancaster. A beautiful ice rink had been built in the town square surrounding a memorial of Queen Victoria. Stately trees that rim the area were twinkling with lights, making the evening scene quite magical as their two families enjoyed a

time of laughter and fun on a rink 6,300 kilometers and an ocean apart from ours. All in all, whatever we do or however we choose to celebrate the holidays is immaterial. What matters are the people we love (wherever they may be) the precious moments we have with them, and the memories made, both new and those from a past we hold dear in our hearts. Thanks for the memories.

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Sports

Junior Steelers storm past the Royals JAMIE HARKINS WRITER

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The Lloydminster bantam elite Junior Steelers are learning how to win. The Steelers (123-1) out-hustled and outscored the Alberta Female Hockey League’s first place Sherwood Park Royals (12-2) through the opening 40 of their match at the Servus Sports Centre on Saturday afternoon. The girls the n battened down the hatches when faced with a Royals onslaught in the third to walk away with a hard-fought 3-2 win. “This was really big especially since we lost to North Central the other day,” said Steelers captain Allee Isley. “It was big for us to come back from that loss and beat the best team in the league.” Steelers right wing Kori Paterson opened the scoring 3:01 into the first period when she picked up a Harper Krauss breakout pass in the neutral zone, dashed to the Royals net and roofed the puck top corner glove side on netminder

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Junior Steelers centre Kaylee Hill attempts to carry the puck around Royals forward Taya Denney.

Teegan Fedoruk. Royals speedster Emerson Jarvis tied the contest at ones on a zigzag move through the Steelers defence about 12 minutes later only to see Kaylee Hill restore the lead by swiping in a Taylor Robinson centering pass at the 16:59 mark.

Isley brought the advantage to 3-1 midway through the second period when she deflected a Lexi MacLeod point shot past Fedoruk. Jarvis backhanded the puck high on Steelers goalie Shaye Thompson late in the frame, but the tender refused to let

another get past her in the third. “It was stressful especially with that No. 7,” said Isley, in reference to Jarvis’ dangerous rushes. “We had to stay on her and make sure she didn’t get the puck. Stressful, but it was fun.” Mervin Mann, head

coach of the Steelers, said different players step up for them on any given night to get the job done and that proved itself again this afternoon with leading scorer Lana Duriez sidelined. He said the coaching staff places emphasis on effort and the girls continually

bring it to their games. “Then we coach on focus,” said Mann. “It’s not good enough to come and skate around as hard as you can. You’ve got to think through the process too and stay in the moment. They’re still kids. At times they lose that focus. It’s our job to keep them on top. They’ve consistently gotten better with it. We’re very happy with the direction they’re taking.” Isley said they all get along really well, their communication on the ice is good and they seem to win the puck races. She said they need to work on capitalizing on their chances over the next monthand-a-half to get ready for a long playoff push. “Sherwood Park was a good measuring stick,” said Mann. “They moved the puck a little better than we did, so it’s going to be a continued emphasis on breakouts and passing and a little bit on the power play. The learning never ends. Whoever is still learning at the end is probably the one who is going to finish on top.”

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Scrappy play leads Rustlers to victory JAMIE HARKINS WRITER

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The post-Christmas blues have been given a hard shake by the Lakeland College Rustlers women’s volleyball team. The Rustlers (14-2) battled the Concordia University of Edmonton Thunder (4-12) to a scrappy 25-18, 25-20, 25-23 win at the Lakeland College gym on Friday night. The Thunder carried the momentum during the majority of the first set and fought tooth-and-nail with the Rustlers in the third frame, but the home side’s superior defense proved the difference in the end. “Basically when it comes down to it the stronger side defensively is going to win because you’re getting those big digs and those points that other teams aren’t getting,” said Rustlers middle Brooklyn Boehm. “Scrappy teams that are able to

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Olivia Thomson receives the ball during the first set of the Rustlers 25-18, 25-20, 25-23 win against the Thunder on Friday.

get those digs definitely have an upper hand.” Boehm, who was a force at the net blocking Thunder attacks throughout the match, said they were a little slow coming off the Christmas break resulting in a 1-1

record against the University of Alberta Augustana Vikings in early January. She said there were some highs and lows against the Thunder as well, but the feeling is they’re on an upward slope and should con-

tinue to get better as the season progresses. “We’re still working on things, but I think we’re going to peak at the right time for provincials,” noted Rustlers outside Ahnika Kuse. “We’re just working hard right now.” Kuse said hitting the gym and giving their all on the court during practice helped them pull out the win this weekend. She said continued emphasis on improving their defensive block systems and serving will then get them where they want to be once the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference playoffs roll around late next month. “We’re just training hard, trusting in o u r s y s t e ms and o u r players and doing to the best of our abilities whatever we can to win,” said Boehm. “That would be training every day and putting in as much work as we can.”

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Rustlers earn needed win against Thunder JAMIE HARKINS WRITER

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Two straight kills by Cole Sutherland followed by a Tyler Williamson block propelled the Lakeland College Rustlers men’s volleyball team to a needed five-set home win against the Concordia University of Edmonton Thunder on Friday. “Playoffs is such a huge goal for this group and we feel it’s right there,” said Rustlers libero Matt Peck. “I think we potentially have the danger of clutching at it. But, to get that win to separate us from fifth place is just huge.” The Rustlers (9-7) battled back from a 25-22 first set loss to take the second and third periods 25-16 and 25-22, respectively, from the Thunder (3-13). Their opponents an s w e r e d t h e be l l i n the fourth frame with a 25-23 win setting up the back-and-fourth final set that eventually ended 17-15 in the home side’s favour. Peck said they had a strong game plan heading into the match, but a failure to execute it cost them the opening set. He said they regrouped for the second frame, made a few little changes and played better in following stanzas despite

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Rustlers middle Tyler Williamson serves against the Thunder.

the Thunder throwing a few unexpected plays their way. “That’s a team that we think we’re better than,” he said. “We expect to beat a team like that, so it’s a bit frustrating for us not being ahead (and them) not letting it be easy. But, huge credit to the guys for how they showed in the last five minutes there. It was just awesome.” The win, coupled with a 3-2 victory at Concordia the following evening, put the Rustlers up 12 points on the Thunder for the fourth and final Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference North Division playoff spot with eight

games remaining. Getting to this point is a result of a lot of hard training in the gym and on the court, noted Peck, but the hope is that effort will pay off at provincials. “We feel that we’re one of the fittest teams this season in the whole league,” said Peck. “We just have to keep looking after our bodies, keep working out, keep practising the way we’ve been practising and good things will happen for us. I’d love to see come playoffs us being one of the fitter, more fresh teams in the league. That was a huge goal for us back in September and we’re really working toward that.”

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Bobcats break ground at deadline JAMIE HARKINS WRITER

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The walls are coming down. The Lloydminster Bobcats (8-34-1) moved out the present for a chance at a better future during the Canadian Junior Hockey League trade deadline on Jan. 10. Gone are sophomore defencemen Reid Irwin and Zach Ziegler as well as captain Zach Kaiser, while incoming are veteran junior goalie Justin Vertesi, rookie blueliner Andrew Smiley, local forward Chase Anderson and a host of future considerations. “The biggest thing when I was brought here is to make change and that was a big part of the deadline,” said Bobcats head coach and general manager Nigel Dube. “The moves that we made are to better our organization moving forward.” Dube said this is a complete on-ice and off-ice product recon-

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Lloydminster product Chase Anderson was acquired by the Bobcats at last week’s CJHL trade deadline.

struction designed to make this team what it deserves to be. He said the players who remain and the new acquisitions need to come to work in order for the club to finish the season strong. “Our guys have to look in the mirror and say are they contributing every night and doing what they can do individually,” he said. “I think there is an I in team and the I is the

individual who works (for) the team.” The Bobcats started the knockdown on Jan. 4 when they traded feisty left wing Tucker Scantlebury to the Manitoba Junior Hockey League’s Swan Valley Stampeders for future considerations. Five days later, the club acquired Vertesi, who had posted a .914 save percentage in 19 games with the Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League’s Elliot

Lake Wildcats, as a replacement for former starter Curtis Meger who decided to sign with the WHL’s Kootenay Ice. The team then made three moves at the trade deadline. The Bobcats first cut a deal with the Melfort Mustangs of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) for Anderson, a 19-yearold left wing who recorded three goals and nine points in 28 games this season. Dube then sent Ziegler to the SJHL’s Nipawin Hawks for Smiley, who is a year younger than his trade counterpart, before pulling the trigger on a deal that brought in future considerations from the Sherwood Park Crusaders for Kaiser and Irwin. “It’s not a renovation,” said Dube. “We’re knocking the walls down and we’re building it from ground up.”

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Brothers stand atop national motocross rankings JAMIE HARKINS WRITER

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The sport of motocross has been kind to a couple of local athletes. Ethan and Brendan McKee captured third and first place finishes, respectively, in the 2018 Canadian Kawasaki Motors standings. The feat marked Brendan’s third straight year atop the national motocross points list and the first time that his little brother joined him on the podium. Brendan, 15, won the national title by taking the top spot in the Supermini, Junior MX2 and Junior MX3 classes with both the Saskatchewan Motorsport Association (SMA) and Midwest Amateur MX Series. As a Kawasaki rider, he also took the grand prize for Team Green. The strong finish is a testament to the hard work and thousands of miles he and his family dedicate to the sport each year. Their schedule starts with a winter camp trip to California in February for training sessions with renowned Supercross racer Donnie Hansen and culminates in a busy April to September season that sees the family travel to meets across Saskatchewan and Alberta. Brendan noted he spends a good portion of his downtime from this motocross trek practising with a pit bike on his parent’s backyard track. He added the training has provided him an opportunity to move up to the intermediate ranks this com-

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Ethan, left, and Brendan McKee captured third and first place finishes, respectively in the 2018 Canadian Kawasaki Motors standings.

ing summer. “Junior is first year on a 250 (engine bike),” said Brendan, a Grade 9 student at Holy Rosary High School. “You ride junior and if you get enough points through the year you move up to intermediate. Intermediate is more skilled and stuff. If

I get enough points in intermediate I can get my pro license.” Ethan, 11, brought home second place finishes in the SMA 65 and 85 classes as well as a 65 championship, 85 silver and Supermini bronze in the Midwest Amateur MX Series.

The sixth-grader at St. Mary’s Elementary School said achieving these results was a pretty big accomplishment considering a lot of the kids in his division were older than him. “The class that I’m in, it’s an age limit,” said Ethan. “It’s seven to 11 and then if

you’re 12 you have to go up to 12 to 16. I’m 11 now, so all the kids that I was battling with last year for 85 they’re going to be going up.” Being the first rider to pass under the checkered flag matters most to the boys, but that doesn’t stop them from taking care of each other on the track. This was proved in a meet that both brothers were competing in last year when Brendan stopped mid-race to start up Ethan’s stalled bike before going on to win the event. Brendan said the goal in every race is to reach the opening corner first and then just push through as hard as you can. He said a rider can do tricks like whips where you throw your bike sideways on jumps during a race, but they’re more focused on finishing first. Success on the track allowed Brendan to supplement his purchase of a new 250 bike this off-season and buy Ethan a ride last winter. Kawasaki also awarded Brendan a 250 for his initial championship in 2016, first place prize money in 2017 and a new 450 to celebrate his victory this past season. Brendan said the hope is this next trip to California will give him a taste of Supercross racing. He said the focus from then on is to just keep improving and see where the sport takes him. “I don’t know,” said Ethan, about what the future holds for him. “I’ll just keep on pushing, trying to get better and make a living out of it.”

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Agriculture

SSGA Scholarships now open for 2019 T

he Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association (SSGA) is

now accepting applications for its SSGA Zone Scholarships and SSGA

Rangeland Scholarship for 2019. Altogether, six schol-

arships are available valued between $500 and $1,000 to outstanding students pursuing post-secondary education in agriculture, the livestock industry and rangeland management. The deadline to apply for all scholarships is February 1. “With these SSGA Scholarships, we are ensuring the future of the beef industry by fostering the leaders of tomorrow,” stated SSGA President Bill Huber. “It is rewarding to see the children of our members receive ad vanced ed u cat ion, then return to their communities and make their contribution to the industry.” Applicants for the SSGA Zone Scholar-

File Photo ships must be in Grade 12 and be pursuing post secondary studies or must be already enrolled in a post-secondary institution. They must also have a family member who is a member of SSGA and resides in the Zone in which they are applying. The Zone Scholarships will be awarded at the annual meetings in each Zone. SSGA is also seeking applicants for its

annual Rangeland Scholarship valued at $1,000. Applicants must be a Saskatchewan resident and be enrolled in a post-secondary institution in a program related to range management. They also must have a family member who is a SSGA member. The Rangeland Scholarship will be presented at the SSGA Annual Meeting in June.

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Saskatchewan Winter Cereals invests in new research in the Canadian National Wheat Cluster

he Saskatchewan Winter Cereals Development Commission is pleased to announce it is partnering with the Canadian Wheat Research Coalition (CWRC) to support the Canadian National Wheat Cluster. The Whe at Cluster was announced this morning by the Honorable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food (AAFC). Funding for the Wheat Cluster will come from AAFC through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership’s AgriScience Program and 10 producer and private organizations from across Canada. “The Saskatchewan Winter Cereals Development Commission is pleased to be part of the Wheat Cluster to support conti n u e d r e s e a r c h i nt o winter cereals,” said

File Photo Mark Akins, Chair of SWCDC. “Producer funds are being wisely invested to make fall cereals more profitable with a sustainable acreage base.” SWCDC is investing $185,000 of producer funds over 5 years in the winter cereal research activities with additional industry funding being provided by the Alberta Wheat C o mmissio n, Winter Cereals Manitoba and

the Western Grains Research Foundation. Saskatchewan Winter Cereals Executive Director Carol Ann Patterson says, “This investment will cont r ibu t e t o t he d evelopment of agricultural production practices and superior winter wheat cultivars to enhance economic benefits to winter cereal producers.” The SWCDC will provide financial support to

the following 2 activities: Development of improved field ready CWRW wheat cultivars for western Canada which will be led by Dr. R. Graf and Delivery of an innovative winter wheat agronomic package to achieve sustainable wheat production in the Canadian prairies which will be led by Dr. B Beres, both researchers at the AAFC Lethbridge Research and Development Centre.

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Real Estate

Variety is the spice of life MIDWEST MINUTE VERN McCLELLAND

The last four weeks have been quite hectic, especially considering the mainstream real estate market generally goes quiet around the holiday season. In my practice, it

starts with the return of the “snowbirds” for Christmas with their families. They usually also want to check in with their accountant, lawyer, and Realtor. It’s fun to reconnect with these folks and hear about their adventures in Spain, Hawaii,

Mexico, Arizona, Florida, and California. Maybe someday I can join them! Seriously though, we do take some time to talk business. I update them on market conditions, and if we are working on a part of their portfolio, plan our strategy for the

next four to six months. Then there are the panic calls from adult children who come home for a visit with mom or dad and find them in deteriorating health. Planning relocation to a more supportive living environment, or simply one without a lot of maintenance concerns, begs the question about what to do with the parental home? Here is where I find my background in health care to come in very handy, as I participated in hundreds of family conferences over the years, albeit for a different reason. Sometimes, sons and daughters need to be reminded to not worry so much about the ups and downs of the local housing market and place their energy instead in assisting their parent to adjust as comfortably as possible to a new environment. I guess it is easier to concentrate on tangible things than to worry about what the future will inevitably bring to the family dynamic. Early to midwinter is prime time for farmland activity with valuation requests, estate planning discussions, lease

contract renewals, and the occasional market placement. Not all brokerage services are on the Multiple Listing Service or by sealed tender. Personally, I spend a surprisingly amount of time acting as a facilitator between sellers and buyers who want to do a deal but need some assistance in pulling it all together. My term for this is private brokerage. You could call it consulting. And not just for farmland either, there is a fair amount of commercial work as well including share sale agreements or business transfers. A new wrinkle is the commercial / industrial tenant requesting a discount in rents in their existing multi-year contract. They want the landlord to recognize the pressures of the present economy and do their part to help reduce fixed costs. Most landlords gained their wealth through hard work themselves, running businesses in good times and bad. My role is to provide them with an independent perspective on the

market including current lease rates, competitive space availability, and generally help them think it through. Of course, in an investment property, any reduction in lease revenue also erodes capital value, so in a very real sense the owner must come to grips their property isn’t worth what it was before. I like to advocate trading a reduced rental rate for an extension of term, providing something of value to the owner as well as the tenant. Homeowners in the midwest face these same facts daily, I’m afraid, and with 9 per cent of the last six months residential sales being on foreclosed property, it is not going to get better soon. All in all, this can be a very busy time. Professionally challenging, yet interesting. Vern McClelland is an associate broker with RE/MAX of Lloydminster. He can be reached at (780) 8082700, through www. vernmcclelland.com or by following the Midwest Group Lloydminster on Facebook.

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This year, Alberta’s economic recovery will reach more kitchen tables as new legislation makes life easier and more affordable for the province’s most vulnerable. An Act to Combat Poverty and Fight for Albertans with Disabilities came into effect on Jan. 1, and enacted the first increase to Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) benefits since 2012. Benefit rates for

these individuals will increase annually by the Alberta Consumer Price Index rate. “This historic legislation provides greater protection and predictability for Albertans – so they can pay rent and put food on the table,” said Minister of Community and Social Services Irfan Sabir. “We are committed to providing better supports and ensuring people on AISH and lowincome Albertans won’t struggle to afford the basics.”

Additional changes to program eligibility for AISH and Income Support allow recipients to save more money. As well, increases to AISH income exemptions al l ow re c ip ie nt s and their spouses to earn more income from other sources without reducing their AISH benefits. “Low asset limits meant that when I applied for Income Support I needed to liquidate my savings just to get the support I needed. If I had been allowed

to keep what was in my savings I could have been back on my feet sooner,” said Income Support recipient and poverty activist Amber Cannon. This asset limit change, along with increased benefits and indexation, will help so many Albertans who just need a little help.” Quick facts - An Act to Combat Poverty and Fight for Albertans with Disabilities came into effect on Jan. 1, 2019. - Benefit recipients

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Obituaries & Memoriams

SYMES: Douglas “Doug” Basil Symes passed away suddenly at his home on December 4, 2018 at the age of 74 years. Doug leaves to mourn his passing: his wife of 52 years, Sharon; his son, Michael (Colleen) and

granddaughters, Morgan and Natalie; his daughter, Connie (Ted) Adams and granddaughters Jade, Katlyn and Hayley; and their father Mark Wilkinson; two sisters, Peggy (Ian) McKenzie and Lois Hogg; his brother, David; his brother-in-law, Narcisse Caffet, his sister-in-law, Marion (Joe) Eddleston; several nieces and nephews; two special adopted granddaughters, Kelsey (Jesse) Collins-Girard and Taylor (Andrew) CollinsGrossklaus. Doug was predeceased by his father, Archie (1977); his

mother, Kathleen (2001); his sister, Joan (2006); his niece, Sandra (2005). The Memorial Service for Doug was held on Tuesday, December 11 at 2:00 PM, conducted from the E. H. Walter School, Paradise Valley, Alberta with Don Bergquist officiating. The eulogy was presented by nephew, Darcy Eddleston. A tribute to Grandpa was given by Jade, Katlyn and Hayley. The pianist was Sandra Babcock and the soloist was Art and Deanna Block. The interment was held at the Paradise Valley

Cemetery, Paradise Valley, Alberta. Donations in Doug’s memory may be made to the Paradise Valley Fire Department, Paradise Valley Ag Society or to a charity of the donor’s choice. McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster, Alberta administered the funeral arrangements. CARD OF THANKS The Symes family would like to thank all those that came to the service. We are overwhelmed by the amount of people who showed their support. Thank you for all the phone calls, text messages,

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Make Your Move! NEW LISTINGS

COMMERCIAL LISTINGS

NEW PRICE

#40 2715 - 73 AVENUE

• Beautiful fully finished bi-level in Lakeshore Estates. • Includes high end finishes, completely landscaped and insulated, heated double attached garage.

534,924

7213 - 40 STREET

1,300,000

MLS 62900

MARSDEN HOTEL

LASHBURN INDUSTRIAL PARK

HIGHWAY 16 FRONTAGE

car garage. • Two-tiered deck with the top one covered.

494,000

MLS 63261

• 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, triple

TURTLE GROVE

4202 - 66 AVENUE SALE $ 1,800,000 MLS 62601 LEASE $ 18.00 sq. ft. MLS 62599

MLS 63234

2006 - 47B AVENUE CLOSE

989,000

MLS 61450

675,000

MLS 62758

• 4 bedroom / 3 bathroom home ready for immediate possession. • Excellent cul-de-sac location with RV parking & fully finished yard.

389,900

MLS 63225

209,000

MLS 61451

8.00 sq. ft.

12.50 sq. ft.

MLS 60713

339,900

MLS 63122

255,000

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229,900

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199,900

MLS 62947

MLS 63005

GLEN E. NIELSEN INDUSTRIAL PARK

LEASE SPACE

FOOT INDUSTRIAL PARK

286,000

MLS 61673

4910 - 58 AVENUE • 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, garage & large deck. • $4000 allowance to buyer for renovations.

239,900

MLS 63238

349,900

MLS 62929

298,000

MLS 63039

233,000

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209,900

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289,900

321,900

MLS 62032

199,000

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169,900

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MLS 62742

169,924

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128,900

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319,900

MLS 62503

250,000

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212,500

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199,900

MLS 62649

CITY SIDE REALTY Brad Gilbert Broker/Owner

Jennifer Gilbert Associate Broker

Jackie Gartner Pattie Todd Associate Broker Associate Broker

780.875.3343

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