Powell campaigns on bylaw overreach

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Powell wants to know why the province is wasting resources penalizing law-abiding citizens on bylaws while criminals go about their business with impunity.

He also says every riding in Alberta needs someone who is going to speak out for them.

“We are seeing a lot of motions they push forward with the United Conservative Party that aren’t necessarily conservative in value,” he added.

He doesn’t want to hitch his wagon to any party fearing they are too restrictive.

“Basically, once you’re elected into a major party, they have a set level of direction, so you can’t represent your people. You have to stay within their bounds,” said Powell.

He found that out a few years after talking with the former Freedom Conservative Party about running as a candidate.

His current campaign strategy is just to let people know they will get full representation from him if elected to the Legislature.

“The people I am beholden to are the people that elect me,” said Powell.

“It doesn’t matter what party you are with, my office is open to everybody. It isn’t about me, it isn’t about a specific group of people; it’s about everybody within this area.”

Powell says being an independent is tough since Elections Alberta won’t allow indepen - dents to announce they are officially running until the Writ drops.

“You can’t put signs up, because mine don’t even come in until today,” said Powell.

“It looks like I am coming in on the last seat, when in all reality, I was the first one to register.”

Powell says getting name recognition with media interviews is his best bet given the short campaign and his job.

“I am somewhat busy right now trying to keep my truck running. With spring break-up ending, I am ready to go out,” he said.

“I accepted the invitations and helped create them.”

Patey was invited to LCHS to prepare some Drama 30 students for the Last Laugh Improv Show, held last Thursday night at the Baron’s Court Theatre.

That was a fundraiser to keep the theatre program going.

Patey was also hoping to win some students over to the idea of making a career in acting like he has during his improv workshop.

“I always tell them, I was a student living in Lloydminster and wanted to access drama classes,” he said.

“I loved when someone came from out of town and made this for a living. It made it seem possible and achievable.”

Patey says even if they don’t want to do this professionally, it’s communication skills, and listening skills that are important for what everyone needs in life for across-the-board careers.

“Today’s a lot of improv stuff. A lot of listening skills, a lot of communication skills. Getting them out of their shells. I kind of adapt as I go,” he said.

Acting as a profession may not be in the cards for Emry Marchand in Grade 11, but it could be a side hustle of sorts.

“I plan to go into plastic surgery, but I’d love to do acting on the side. Performance-wise, it’s a wonderful outlet. I just love the idea of being able to play pretend as I get older,” she said.

The teen says she has performed in many plays, including the Freaky Friday musical and some One-Act Festivals.

She says what she learned from the workshop is keeping up the energy.

“Keeping your energy levels there, keeping the flow and not blocking,” is how she put it.

As for Patey and Stang, she said, “They’ve definitely prepared us to this point to perform.”

Stang says it’s really good to work with an old friend, an old colleague.

“It’s really good to see him come in and inspire the younger generation of people who may want to be actors or just do this for fun,” he said.

“He just brings a new energy and perspective coming from someone who’s been doing this all his life. It’s super exciting.”

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