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Homes
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17 Market Overview
Fireplaces are the hearth of the home Today’s fireplaces come in so many shapes and sizes
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Native son Connecting cultures what it’s all about for local artist
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Okanagan wine adventure Go ahead and try something different for a change
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Colouring It Forward Winners of colouring contest announced
35 Getting to Know
Jillian Little. Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce
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What’s your favourite type of candy?
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Lies, damn lies, and statistics New home numbers tell a complicated story
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KCB Cabinets and Renovations Family-owned business celebrates 35th Anniversary
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Reduce, re-use, recycle Green Carts rolling their way to Red Deer homes this spring
Storm! Make sure you’re covered, before and after
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C & S Custom Homes. Passion for building quality homes, and it shows
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Message from the Chief Executive Officer
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Get inspired! At the Red Deer Home Renovation & Design Show October 20–22
Central Alberta and Red Deer new communities
29 Industry News Junior achievement Local businesses, schools partner in youth work experience
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Legends of the Fall Hello. Or, as the Blackfoot would say, “o-gyee” (pronounced oki). Welcome to the Fall edition of Central Alberta Homes & Lifestyles magazine, Central Alberta’s only full colour glossy source for information on the people, places and things to do that make our part of the province special. And this time we’ve outdone ourselves with a mix of stories and photos that should truly have something for everyone. Our front cover feature tells the life journey of local aboriginal artist Ryan Jason Allen Willert, who is making a name for himself across the province and country with his unique art
CANADIAN HOME BUILDERS’ ASSOCIATION – CENTRAL ALBERTA represents professionals in the housing industry. CHBA – Central Alberta has been in existence for over 60 years and is a network of professionals that manages industry issues to provide value to our members. #200, 6700-76 Street Red Deer, Alberta T4P 4G6 Tel: 403.346.5321 Toll-free: 1.888.346.5329 Fax: 403.342.1301 Toll-free: 1.877.342.1301 E-mail: eo@chbacentralalberta.ca www.chbaca.ca Denie Olmstead | Chief Executive Officer eo@chbacentralalberta.ca
as well as his one-person narrative presentations on native story-telling and culture. A hint, if you’re
Joan Butler | Administration & Event Co-ordinator admin@chbacentralalberta.ca
looking for Ryan, the two places to check first are his in-home studio at his condo in Asooahum Crossing and the closest native sweat lodge. Not only do we
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profile Ryan starting on page 10, but he also donated a limited edition print to the winner of last edition’s colouring contest (page 31). Under the ‘things to do’ category, the Red Deer Renovation Show is at the Westerner Centre from October 20 to 22, offering homeowners and would-be homeowners the chance to check out literally hundreds of different home-related products and services all under one roof. It’s one-stop shopping at it’s finest! And the kids can meet Peppa Pig. Check the story on page 14 and the website listed there for details. There’s helpful information on Red Deer’s recycling program, being weather-wise, choosing the right wine, and even the right fireplace to drink it in front of. Advertiser features focus on KCB Cabinets, celebrating their 35th anniversary, and C&S Custom Homes, while for pure fun we’ve included a knowledge-testing Central Alberta Word Search and, wrapping things up as always, our You Said It question with the Halloween-related query: What’s your favourite candy? Mine is dark chocolate! Until next time, have a great Central Alberta Fall!
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Denie Olmstead Chief Executive Officer CHBA – Central Alberta
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Mr. Fireplace is definitely not your grandparent’s fireplace store. Today’s fireplaces come in so many shapes and sizes that there’s something to fit virtually any room, lifestyle or budget. All items on these pages are available at Mr. Fireplace, drop by the show room today and make sure you’re ready for another Central Alberta winter. P H OTOS BY D O N M O LY N E AUX
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1 Revillusion electric log set, large. $599.99 2 Opti-V Aquarium. $3,249.99 3 Wickson 34 inch Landscape Firebox with LED Flame technology. $699.99 4 Five-piece Toolset, Black and Nickel. $92 5 Prism Series 50 inch colour linear with glass ember bed. $1,299.99 With Cohesion Frame $399.99
6 Opti-V duet. $55,349.99 7 Ignite XL 74 inch linear electric fireplace plus driftwood log set. $2,499.99 + $149.99 8 Misson Log Bin. $138 9 Opti-Mist Willow Ridge. $799.99 10 Ash Bucket with Shovel. $62
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Native son Connecting cultures what it’s all about for local artist
BY J I M Z A N G P H OTOS BY A M B ER C A S E Y
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hey gave me four names,” says Ryan Jason Allen Willert, smiling, “so I like to use them all.” I’m just a stone’s throw from the river at Ryan’s new loft-style condo in Asooahum Crossing, a cultural housing project developed by the non-profit Red Deer Native Friendship Society where residents must sign a sobriety contract before moving in. We’ve met before, so I know about his art, his spirituality, and some of his life story, but something tells me there’s more story there, lurking beneath the surface, so I’m back for a full-on personal profile interview. “We should probably start with a smudge,” says Ryan, preparing a traditional mix of sage and sweetgrass. He lights it and a pungent aroma fills the room, reminding me a little of a ‘70s rock concert. Ryan rubs his hands over the smoke, bends and rubs the smoke on his face, his eyes, ears, mouth, hands, legs and then heart — to make sure all are cleansed and pure. I clumsily do my best to emulate him. Ryan was born in Olds hospital on January 27, 1984, making him 33-years-old. “My mom is a white woman, she’s a hairdresser and lives here in Red Deer. My father has since passed but was a full-blood native Blackfoot from the Siksika Nation. I actually didn’t meet him until I was 18. He sold art on the street.” Ryan grew up in Innisfail, attending the Lutheran church with his mom, two sisters and a brother. On his dad’s side, he says, there’s too many siblings to count, listing at least 10 before stopping. “My childhood was beautiful,” he says. “There were many children living on our block, all around the same age. It was a great childhood. My mother lived very clean and it was a very positive upbringing.” As a teenager, he admits, he struggled with his identity and finding his way in life, as many teens do. For Ryan, with his native blood and looks, but white Anglo-saxon protestant upbringing, it was a troubling time though, he says, there was lots of fun mixed in as well. Not all of it fit for print in a family magazine. “While everyone else was in high school,” he laughs, “I hitch-hiked across North America. I hitch-hiked down to San Diego when I was 17 and lived there for a bit. I actually hopped a freight train across the border! “At 18,” he says, “I was living on the street when I went to meet my native family on my father’s side for the very first time. They sold native
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art on the street, and at the time I was panhandling. I helped them sell artwork for a year, but I felt guilty about selling other people’s work so I started trying to do my own. I have no formal training at all, just what I learned from other native artists. I started selling my own art when I was 19 or 20, mainly in Calgary, and was doing quite well at events like the Stampede and various smaller art shows.” For Ryan, it all begins and ends with understanding his culture. “I have to know, I have to understand, or I don’t paint it.” Traditional Blackfoot art was on things like drums, tee pees and rattles, he says, not canvas. “It’s hard to avoid that,” he says, “but I still have to know the meaning behind things.” In the past four years, Ryan has lived on the Blood Reserve near Lethbridge, Edmonton, Victoria, and Calgary before finally settling back in Red Deer full time. He keeps very busy both with art and continuing to re-connect with his native heritage. In fact, he says, “I’ve only been home six or eight days in the past 40.”
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He’s been organizing a lot of sweat lodges lately, and earlier this summer took his first-ever airplane trip to attend the Adaka Cultural Festival in Whitehorse, a celebration of First Nations arts which draws Indigenous artists from around the world for performances, workshops, and to sell their art. “I’m proud to have been one of the featured artists,” he says. “Now, with my sobriety, I’m two years sober now, I’m able to do a lot of things — like travel. I work hard and good things seem to keep coming my way.” He recently finished a huge mural project for Tuscany Elementary School in Calgary, working with the students on not just their art, but their understanding of traditional native ways. That’s where I first met Ryan, working on the art with the kids, who absolutely adored him. Last year he finished a mural for Mount Royal University, “their first native-themed art on display”, which he is very proud of. Earlier this year he was one of the artists contributing to the Colouring it Forward colouring book project promoting both native art and cultural understanding. “It was the second best selling non-fiction book in Calgary for a while,” he says, “both the mayors of Calgary and Red Deer have a copy.” In 2010, he was named Artist of the Year by New Tribe magazine His current project, which should be complete by the time this magazine comes out, is a mural commissioned by the City of Red Deer as part of their Art Alley project. “They only choose a couple of artists a year,” he says, “so it’s quite an honour.” F A L L 2 017
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“My happiness is growing a strong love for myself, being comfortable with myself, doing the things I need to do to heal myself so that I’m more confident in my actions and words so that I can be a positive role model to both myself and others.” Lately, he’s also been doing lots of live performances, including one at Red Deer College. “It’s story-telling,” he says, “mostly about me trying to find my way in both the native and non-native communities. “The last actual job I had?” he laughs. “I was an art instructor for the Native Friendship Centre and Cultural Advisor for the Spirit Seekers program at the middle schools here in Red Deer.” He absolutely loves being based back home in Central Alberta. “The key word is ‘central’,” he says. “It’s easy to get to Edmonton or Calgary in under a couple of hours, plus living in Red Deer it’s really quick and less crowded getting out of town
— something Ryan, a nature lover, does whenever he can. “I lead a pretty simple life. I like to skateboard. I like to swim in the river and sleep in the open under the stars. I’ve got a game system upstairs, but I’m really a nature person. I’m either with people, or out in nature, or both. Even the books I read are mostly on native culture, spiritualism and survival. I like to eat natural foods, like meat and berries. I don’t cook much and go out a lot. I really like Vietnamese soup and, of course, here in Central Alberta, steak.”
He likes watching movies and listening to music. “I love all kinds of music,” he exclaims, listing off ABBA, Simon & Garfunkel, the Bee Gees, Black Sabbath and Radiohead as some of his favourites. His first ever vehicle was a 1989 Buick Century, he recalls fondly. “A huge fourdoor luxury sedan,” he smiles. “Buick is still my favourite.” Now he tools around in an old Dodge Caravan with enough space for him to haul around all his art. As for Ryan’s search for himself, the journey continues. “Red Deer is surrounded by such beauty within just a few miles — mountains, lakes, hills, forests — we have it all,” he says. “My happiness is growing a strong love for myself, being comfortable with myself, doing the things I need to do to heal myself so that I’m more confident in my actions and words so that I can be a positive role model to both myself and others. “I’m just trying to be a better person.”
IN THE BEGINNING … Like many native cultures, the Blackfoot have their own version of a creation story. “As part of the Sundance Society,” says Ryan, “I work for The Creator.” There’s also Grandfather Sun, Grandmother Moon, Morning Star, Grandmother Earth, Scarface, Grandmothers and Grandfathers, and everything the Sun touches. “That’s the order traditional prayers go in,” he says. “Our people were brought down by the Star People. We lived on the prairies, but made many mistakes and were a troublesome people. It was so until Scarface met with the Higher Spirits who taught him their ceremonial ways and he came back with rituals like sweat lodges and smudging, among other things.”
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Get inspired! At the Red Deer Home Renovation & Design Show October 20–22 S TO R Y BY S H EL L E Y N E WM A N
T Throughout the show, visitors can learn from the exhibitors and presenters, and the Ask an Expert booth will be returning again this year.
he colder months are an ideal time to renovate your home — a way to freshen things up inside when the world is looking bleaker outside. Whether you have a plan in mind or perhaps just a dream about what could be possible, the Red Deer Home Renovation & Design Show is the perfect place to connect with experts and get advice. The third annual show, which will take place from October 20th to 22nd at Westerner Park in Red Deer, will have over 80 exhibitor booths with everything you need to help you with your fall renovation projects. “There is such huge value to this show, as people can get ideas and find solutions for any renovation project, all under one roof,” says Dorinda Gallant, president of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Central Alberta (CHBA–CA) and new home sales consultant with Larkaun Homes. “From learning how to complete do-ityourself projects to connecting with local trades about renovating
your entire home, there are representatives from all areas of the home building industry to assist visitors.” Throughout the show, visitors can learn from the exhibitors and presenters, and the Ask an Expert booth will be returning again this year. “This booth provides a great opportunity for people to connect one-on-one with experts from different fields,” explains Brandon Bouchard, past president with CHBA–CA and project manager — exteriors with Paul Davis Restorations. “There will be a schedule for when the different experts are available, so people can ask specific questions and know they’re getting advice that’s tailored just for them.” Aside from their participation in the Ask the Expert booth, these specialists will also be part of the speakers’ presentations throughout the weekend, and audience members will be able to ask questions at these interactive sessions.
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Bouchard describes how this year, the CHBA–CA has also partnered with a diverse group of local designers to enhance the show. “We’re excited to have the involvement of the Design Alliance-Central Albera Group, as they’ll provide even more educational, informative elements throughout the weekend,” he says. “They will give presentations and have displays, and they’ll also be involved in a friendly design competition to help raise funds for a local non-profit.” While the grown-up guests will have ample opportunity to connect with experts and get advice, the event isn’t just for adults. On Saturday and Sunday,
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children will have a special treat when Peppa Pig is there to meet them and take pictures, included with the price of admission. “When we were planning the show, it was very important for us to stay true to our intent of making this a familyfriendly event,” says Gallant. “Having Peppa Pig as a special guest will be a highlight for children, and we’re proud to make this something that the whole family can enjoy.” The Red Deer Home Renovation & Design Show will be an enjoyable event for Central Albertans, and renovations, as a whole, have an important impact on the region. In 2016, there were 739 jobs in Red Deer related to home renovation and repair, creating a major source of employment in the community. Plus, people who invest in their homes through renovations create spaces that are more functional and enjoyable, “while increasing the value of their property, which can be very beneficial when it comes to resale,” Gallant says. The Red Deer Home Renovation & Design Show provides a friendly, personalized atmosphere for people to get ideas and information for their upcoming projects — and it’s a great complement to the CHBA– CA’s annual Home Show held each spring. For more information, visit www.reddeerhomerenoshow.ca
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Lies, damn lies, and statistics New home numbers tell a complicated story BY J I M Z A N G
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e’ve all heard the rumours — not just the NDP spin — that Alberta is climbing out of our economic slump of recent years, which is great news! But what will that mean for the housing market in Central Alberta? Recent data collected from Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation(CMHC) shows that, in Red Deer proper, the recovery is still slow, with July 2017 housing starts still lagging behind last year’s numbers. A quick glance at the year-to-date statistics in the accompanying chart would have it appear that this year’s grand totals are way behind 2016, but don’t be so quick to judge. In fact, when you take out the 154 multi-family apartments started in 2016, what’s left is just 110 starts, which is actually below this year’s non-apartment total of 139. That’s how much difference one or two big condo projects can make. Olds is another special case where one multi-family housing project consisting of 22 units was started. Which is why the year-to-date total for 2017 is so much higher than the previous year. Looking around the rest of the region, it’s kind of a mixed bag. Lacombe looks good, with 2017 way ahead of last year’s pace to-date. Lacombe County too. Sylvan Lake, where homes are more expensive than anywhere else in the area, hasn’t caught up to last year’s numbers and probably won’t, unless a couple of huge condos break ground before winter — which isn’t likely. Depending on where you live, the housing market in Central Alberta is a lot like the weather: it can be totally different less than a half hour away, and if you wait a few minutes, it’s likely to change.
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Final 2016
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Apartment 0 0 0 0 0 Total
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Go ahead and try something different for a change BY B J T U M A N U T
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ould you choose just one flavour of ice cream to enjoy for the rest of your life? What if you could only wear one outfit? Or dance to only one song? Sounds ridiculous, right? Your favourite ice cream would soon become unpalatable. That great outfit would go out of fashion and you would quickly be desperate for that song to two-step its way out of your life. So why do so many of us commit to only one type of wine? It’s most likely because wine can be a real mystery. So here we
If you like Pinot Noir try Zweigelt (TSVEYE-g lt) Roche Rosé This dry, bold blend of Zweigelt and Schonberger grapes is made in an attractive rosé style that is perfect for new wine drinkers or white wine drinkers venturing into red wines. This rosé smells like wild red berries and grapefruit with flavours of cherries, pomegranate and a hint of spice. Enjoy this charming rosé with most any dish.
are, held hostage to buying bottle after bottle of “old faithful”. If you’re overdue for a wine adventure, here are three Okanagan wines I recommend based on a trio of well-loved grape varietals. They may be hard to say, but they’re easy to drink and are excellent choices to invite to Thanksgiving dinner.
If you like Riesling try Ehrenfelser (ayr-en-FELZ-er) Gehringer Brothers Ehrenfelser This easy-drinking white wine has a touch of sweetness that highlights lush apricot and honey flavours while the wine’s tangy acidity and unique tannins leave a dry impression on the finish. Ehrenfelser makes an excellent aperitif or as an accompaniment to poultry, simple salads and lightlyspiced dishes.
If you like Sauvignon Blanc try Grüner Veltliner (GREW-ner VELTlee-ner ) Culmina ‘Unicus’ Grüner Veltliner With expressive notes of grapefruit, lemon, minerality and racy acidity this Grüner Veltliner is a great wine for enterprising Sauvingon Blanc devotees. The hallmark white pepper character found in Grüner lends itself well to pair with arugula salads, goat cheese, asparagus dishes and traditional holiday turkey.
BJ Tumanut is a Wines and Spirits Education Trust Level Three and Canadian Wine Scholar graduates. She is part of the management team at JoieFarm Winery in Naramata Bench and owns Chocolaterie Bernard Callebaut Red Deer and teaches wine and chocolate classes. 18
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KCB Cabinets and Renovations Family-owned business celebrates 35th Anniversary
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CB Cabinets and Renovations has a lot to celebrate! For starters, it’s their 35th anniversary. As well, Carl Sauvé joined the Sauve team three years ago in the family-run business. Rick and Amy Sauvé purchased KCB Cabinets & Renovations just over 13 years ago, and they’re busy expanding. There are nine full-time employees including experienced designers and renovation specialists. Soon the showroom space will increase with an entirely new area being developed upstairs. The main floor showcases their beautiful cabinetry, displaying kitchen and bathroom selections to help provide ideas for customers and builders alike. There is nothing like seeing and experiencing the feel of all the newest cabinet options (like pull-out shelving) to understand what
might be useful and contemporary in their own personal designs. Countertops are prominently shown, featuring the top-of-theline Cambria quartz. “The upstairs showroom will give more options to the customers,” says Rick, “and will help them understand the renovation side of our company better. Customers will get an opportunity to see a few ideas of the shower options available to them, whether a tiled shower or a popular acrylic surround. There will be more bathroom options and vanities on display.” The KCB team invite everyone to come in to see the showroom as their first step in the renovation process of their homes. “People are very visual,” says Carl. “The customer can come here and actually see, touch and feel. Our talented staff can explain the quality of the products we use and the excellent warranties available through our suppliers and for our workmanship. We back all of our work.”
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KCB is a “One Stop Shop” in the truest sense. Not only can they design, supply and install KCB’s time-honoured cabinetry, but their team of pros can also renew and remodel your entire home thanks to their talented and trusted renovation trades. “Customers often come in looking for kitchen or bathroom cabinets,” Carl says, “but once they’re here, and realize we cover the full scope of renovations — any job from start to finish, we set them up with one of our project managers and away we go! We have chosen the most reputable sub-trades, those who will stand behind their work… and we’ve learned over the years who are the best. We hire only local people who are bondable and have gone through police checks.” KCB has its origins 35 years ago, in 1982, when the company was established by Nestor Soroka as a Kitchen Cabinet Brokerage. Now, as an established company with a good reputation, the Sauves have retained the well-recognized brand name of
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KCB in Red Deer, but have limited the suppliers to two excellent Western Canadian manufacturers who have a wide selection of cabinetry styles and price levels to choose from. “Our cabinet suppliers,” says Carl, “are Kitchen Craft, the largest cabinet manufacturer in Canada, and Columbia Cabinets, who specialize in custom sizes for renovations. Cabinetry for anything between a starter home and a luxury home can easily be accommodated. Both Canadian companies have the best warranties in the industry but this has been a non-issue for us, as we have very few callbacks.”
WINNING LINE-UP Personalized service meets brand name products. When customers come into the office on Riverside Drive, they will soon dis-
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cover that KCB can build to suit individual needs. Beginning with a wish list, often some pictures — perhaps from a magazine — and some measurements, one of the interior designers will sit down and discuss what will work in the home — what style, what colours, what wood species and so on. Working through a sheet, the trained designer creates computer drawings which can be shared on a large screen to aid in visualization. The wish list needs to fit with the measurements and the budget so there aren’t unnecessary surprises. “One change over the last decade or so,” says Rick, “are more drawers and less doors. Pull-out drawers make life easy.” Carl adds, “And now we have more options for cabinetry where virtually all space is useful and accessible.” Countertops? Quartz is now the number one material; once it’s in, you forget about it — no sealing necessary. KCB has been
“We strive to simplify renovations for our clients, and understand that there are many variables and decisions to make. We are here to help, and guide people through this process.” chosen as the “Premier Dealer” for Cambria Quartz, the leader for quartz in Canada. What that means to our customers is they will always get the BEST prices for Cambria at KCB. Cambria has rich and lively quartz detailing, unmatched by other suppliers. Softer colours and less pattern are also part of their inventory — anything you want to complement your cabinetry. They are topnotch when it comes to warranty of their product as well. Also available at KCB are granite, laminate or acrylic like DuPont Corian. Even rich wood countertops are now frequently used for warm and luxurious accents. A trip to the showroom is highly recommended. Far better than a phone call, a personal visit will show the wide variety of options for everything to do with cabinetry and renovations. The customer is able to see and touch and compare. Expanded
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showroom catalogues provide even more choices and web sites more still. Not only will an interior designer be on hand for every customer, so will a renovation expert, a journeyman carpenter who has spent a lifetime in the business. “We strive to simplify renovations for our clients, and understand that there are many variables and decisions to make. We are here to help, and guide people through this process.” Establishing a relationship and building rapport is important to the Sauvés, as they feel that this relationship develops a deeper understanding of the customer’s needs and helps the renovation process through to its final outcome…a happy customer! KCB Cabinets and Renovations belong to Canadian Home builders Association, Central Alberta Renomark Association, Red Deer Chamber of Commerce, and Better Business Bureau where they hold an A+ rating. All associations require them to abide by a code of ethics which in turn is piece of mind for customer protection.
KCB Cabinets & Renovations are open Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, visit www.kcbcabinets.com
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C & S Custom Homes Passion for building quality homes, and it shows
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evin Ranger, who formed C & S Custom Homes with his wife Brooke several years ago, can’t remember a time in his life when he didn’t work with tools. “I always had this passion for seeing something take form and being built,” he says. However, it wasn’t until 2010 the husband and wife team decided to take a huge leap of faith and start their own company, which they named C & S Custom Homes after their children, Cassidy and Spencer. Since that time, they haven’t looked back. Slowly and steadily their company has gained a foothold in the housing industry as their solid reputation of providing superior craftsmanship became well known with clients and other builders. Kevin stands behind his company one hundred per cent. “I don’t put in anything that I wouldn’t want in my own home,” he says. “At C & S Homes we take the one on one approach. We like to give you and your home our personal attention by being the ones on site daily to ensure that your home is being built to our standards of quality.” C & S employs a team of trained professionals ranging from sub contractors to designers and interior designers. The majority of the team has been with them since the inception of the company.
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“I like to think they have grown up with us,” says Kevin. An electrician, who holds a master’s ticket in the trade, Kevin’s passion and dedication to excellence is obvious in every project C & S Homes takes on, whether it be a new home or renovations. C & S Custom Homes have built homes and completed renovation projects in Blackfalds, Red Deer, Trochu, Springbrook and Alder Flats. They have also completed building projects on acreages in the area. “We will build anything from a spec home to custom homes and multi-family developments to complete renovations,” he says. From its humble beginnings, C & S Custom Homes has expanded to include building four to six homes a year with Spruce Street Landing, a project which includes 11 units of four multi-family developments, in Springbrook now in the process. Units in Spruce Street Landing are presently a hot item on the housing market and five of the cozy, affordable multi-family homes have already been sold.
…the two and a half bath, three bedroom homes at Spruce Street Landing are a true testament to C & S Custom Homes superior craftsmanship, efficient use of space and attention to detail.
Located in Springbrook, a picturesque family friendly neighbourhood located just minutes away from Red Deer, the two and half bath, three bedroom homes at Spruce Street Landing are a true testament to C & S Custom Homes superior craftsmanship, efficient use of space and attention to detail. The exterior of the homes feature crisp white vinyl siding with stone accents, highlighted by a large high efficiency living room window. The curb appeal is enhanced by a fully landscaped front yard. A covered rear deck provides convenient access to the fully fenced backyard. Eye catching, easy care linoleum flooring is used in the front and back foyers. Three carpeted steps lead to the main floor where the open floor design and vaulted ceilings easily spill over into an inviting atmosphere of warmth and hospitality.
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The open concept and comfortable, spacious setting on the main floor lends itself well to family gatherings and to entertaining friends. The kitchen area features a large island suitable for the most creative chef as well as lots of cupboards and a good sized dining area. Ceiling pot lights are used to create the gentle effect of soft lighting. The stainless steel double sink, fridge, stove and microwave add to the modern decor and pair perfectly with the subtle warm shades of the vinyl/ hardwood floors. Homeowners have their choice of four colour palettes for the cabinets, counter tops, main paint, accent, trim/doors, laminate, carpet, lino, and back splash for the kitchen and bath or they can select their choice of colours. Upgrades are also available. A powder room is conveniently tucked neatly into the back area of the main floor, while large closets and a spacious pantry provide plenty of additional storage space. The large master bedroom features a walk-in closet and ensuite. Two smaller bedrooms suitable for a growing family or overnight guests, and another full bathroom, complete with a one-piece fibreglass tub/shower unit, are featured on the lower floor as is the laundry room. Vanity mirrors, chrome towel bars and toilet paper holders are included in all bathrooms. Spruce Street Landing units are built with the utmost attention given to detail and quality workmanship. All homes are warranted by Progressive New Homes Warranty program and built to meet the standards set out by the New Home Buyer Protection Act. Located close to a playground, on a quiet family friendly street, Spruce Street Landing units are the ideal choice for a family or a single individual who is looking for the perfect home to enjoy for many years to come.
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“When Green Carts are delivered to homes, we will ensure that residents understand the changes, know how to collect their organics and properly set them out, and know who to ask if they have questions.”
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fter a successful pilot project, The City of Red Deer will be rolling out Green Carts to homes in Red Deer this spring. Green Carts are an easy way to reduce garbage, turning your food and yard waste into nutrient-rich compost rather than being tossed out. “The Green Cart program will help protect the environment and avoid future landfill costs,” said Tim Ainscough, Environmental Services Manager. “The food and yard waste residents put into their Green Cart will be turned into a high quality compost to enrich the soil in gardens, parks and local farms.” The City of Red Deer’s Green Cart pilot program was a two-year project that involved approximately 2,000 households. Chosen households were able to deposit their organics, such as yard waste, food scraps, and pet waste in a City-provided Green Cart for year-round, regular pickup and composting. The results? In 2016, Green Cart pilot households 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 per cent reduction in garbage at pilot households. In the first full year of the pilot 628 tonnes of Green Cart material were collected and composted, and this increased to 731 tonnes in the second year. Through participant surveys, we found: • 79 per cent of participants notice putting out less garbage for collection. • 87 per cent of participants used the Green Cart to collect food scraps. • 95 per cent of participants are very satisfied or satisfied with their cart. Now, Red Deerians city-wide have the chance to work with a Green Cart, diverting their organic waste from the landfill and reducing overall greenhouse gas emissions. Red Deerians are already great recyclers who effectively and readily use the blue box program — the Green Cart is an awesome way to take our recycling game to the next level. The program is estimated to add two years of life to the landfill, representing more than 200,000 tonnes of material diverted over the life of the landfill. The additional diversion expected from the Green Cart program represents approximately seven per cent of
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the annual amount of waste tossed in the Waste Management Facility. Organic waste represents nearly half of everything we toss in the garbage every day! “About 40 per cent of household waste is organic and can be composted,” said Ainscough. “When buried in a landfill, organics decompose to produce methane, which is at least 20 times more potent of a greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide, so diverting these materials from landfill greatly reduces emissions.” Green Cart collection will begin in Red Deer in April 2018. The Blue and Black Cart program roll out will follow in the spring of 2019. The implementation of the project was designed to be phased over several years to make sure residents have the time and tools to adjust to the new collection system. The launch of the Green Carts will also bring with it a new way of collecting waste in our city — the automated cart
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system. The contractor will use a different style of truck, equipped with a hydraulic arm that can pick up the cart from a few feet away. This means that cart placement will be important for residents. “When Green Carts are delivered to homes, we will ensure that residents understand the changes, know how to collect their organics and properly set them out, and know who to ask if they have questions,” Ainscough continued. “Watch for us out in your community sharing information and delivering materials to make using Green Carts as easy as possible.” Residents have a year to get used to using a cart for organics, which will be picked up the same day as their regular garbage schedule, until the Blue and Black Carts come out in 2019. The blue will replace the blue box system that is currently in place, and the black will be for all other garbage. Arriving with residents’ Green Carts will be a kitchen catcher to conveniently hold kitchen scraps before moving them out to the cart, a comprehensive information package with tools and tricks to make recycling organics easy, and contact information for more information. Residents will also be able to set out more yard waste than fits in their Green
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Carts, like in the summer months when there is typically a lot of organics from yard clean up. This will follow similar requirements with the current yard waste collection program (i.e. loose in a can labelled with a yard waste sticker, in a compostable paper bag, or bundled small branches).
Why Green Carts? Approximately 40 per cent of household waste is organic and can be composted. Sending these materials to be composted and used on local agricultural land diverts material from the landfill. The Green Cart goes beyond backyard composting and you’ll be amazed at all the items that can go in. Even small amounts add up, so remember to include the food from meal preparation, cleaning out the fridge and plate scrapings too.
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Junior achievement Local businesses, schools partner in youth work experience
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undreds of students in 28 schools across Central Alberta benefit from their association with Junior Achievement, a non-profit youth-education organization that delivers programming to school-age students (grades 5-12) on financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. “All in-school programs are interactive, include digital components, use both group work and independent exercises, and are volunteer-led,with lots of student input,” says Stephanie Jones, JA Regional Coordinator for Central Alberta. And, she says, it’s equally rewarding for the many volunteers. Junior Achievement has existed since 1919 — almost 100 years! But in their case getting older definitely doesn’t mean slowing down. In fact brand new this fall for Red Deer’s three high schools is a project called “Company Program.” Students work in teams to start up, run, and then shut down their very own business. In this 18-week program, students work with advisors from the community, volunteers who want to invest in the development of local entrepreneurship throughout every stage. Meeting weekly at the Donald School of Business at RDC, the students will truly get to experience what it is like to run their own business, including some of the challenges and triumphs. Students are looking forward to another specific JA program known as World of Choices. Teacher Tracy Ray from Delburne Centralized School was so pleased with last year’s program, she’s signed up to do it again.
“It was a great day for 35 of our students,” she says. “We took a bus to the Westerner Centre, listened to an opening address by a Red Deer College athlete, and then spent the entire day learning about the world of work. It was all free, including lunch, thanks to the sponsorship of local businesses. They get mentors from the community: a real estate agent, a journalist, a forest ranger, a pipeline person, an MMA guy who’d opened his own gym, someone from the UFA. Some of them even brought stuff to show the kids. A man who had something to do with overhead lines brought a big pole to show them what it was like. Each mentor has a table and can take about eight students. The mentor explains his or her job, the students ask questions, and after the allotted time is up, the students move to another table. I was really impressed with the variety of mentors. At Red Deer’s Aspen Heights Elementary School, Junior Achievement is for all of the Grade Four and Five students. “We have two two-hour sessions for each class,” says teacher and MicroSociety Program Co-ordinator Allan Baile. “The program is called ‘Business Basics.’ People come from business and talk about finance, entrepreneurship, and production and introduce the students to those concepts. This is our ninth year; it’s a super program! Gregg Broks, Regional Manager for Melcor Developments, is the Chairman of the Rural Leadership Council of Junior Achievement in Central Alberta. “When a business person volunteers it’s because of a desire to give back to the community and to society in general. There’s an interest in sparking that entrepreneurial spirit in our youth. About ten years ago, when I started, I wanted to improve my public speaking skills and be able to think on my feet and
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“Now that I’ve been involved, I enjoy the interaction with students; I love the moment when the light bulb goes on I love the moment when the light bulb goes on.” react to a crowd when they wanted to know things. It was a path to leadership. Now that I’ve been involved, I enjoy the interaction with students; I love the moment when the light bulb goes on. I’ve seen the whole gamut of students who want to start a small business — taking care of pets, snow shovelers, ice cream vendors, YouTube sensations. There was even a 12-year-old boy in Sylvan Lake who lobbied town council to allow mobile vending and they did! There are lots of great stories like that. I’m excited that financial literacy may now be taught by successful business people in our schools.” Because of what Broks calls the “Career Speed Dating” of the World of Choices, to the Company Program to Business
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Basics, hundreds of students benefit from having Junior Achievement give them “real life” experiences. Everyone can be involved — from those in traditional careers to those who have started their own careers, those who have made something out of nothing. The Canadian Home Builders’ Association — Central Alberta Region is a supporter and provides volunteers as do numerous other individuals and companies. Of course, more would always help. For further information, please contact Stephanie Jones, Regional Coordinator at sjones@jasouthalberta.org
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Colouring It Forward Winners of colouring contest announced
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ongratulations to the winners of the Colouring It Forward colouring contest published in the Summer 2017 edition of Central Alberta Homes & Lifestyles magazine. Grand prize winner Shayne More or Red Deer receives a $100 Visa gift card courtesy Canadian Home Builders’ Association Central Alberta, a limited edition print from artist Ryan Jason Allen Willert, and a
copy of the Colouring It Forward colouring back courtesy of Source Media Group, the publishing company for Central Alberta Homes & Lifestyles.
WINNER: Shayne More
RUNNERS UP ARE: Anna Bolt, Susie Heinrichs, Kathleen Price
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Storm! Make sure you’re covered, before and after BY T R EEN A M I EL K E
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hunderstorms, lightening strikes and punishing winds can be as much a part of the landscape of Alberta’s weather as sunshine, clear skies and gentle breezes. Brandon Bouchard, exteriors manager at Paul Davis Restoration Red Deer said Mother Nature can be cruel. “In 27 years I’ve seen it all — tornadoes that have destroyed entire homes, trees that have crashed through roofs, and extensive hail damage caused by golf sized hail stones.” Whether the damage is extensive or minimal, Paul Davis Red Deer is there to help. Working hand in hand with the insurance company a team of well equipped professionals is ready to step in and provide high quality restoration services. “It can be very confusing and unsettling for the homeowner and we can walk them through the restoration process so they can get their life back to normal as quickly as possible. We are a one stop shop providing fast, efficient service.” The winner of the Red Deer Chamber of Commerce 2017 Business of the Year Award and the Canadian Home Builders’ Association — Central Alberta Supplier of the Year(Large Category) Award, Paul Davis Red Deer’s stellar reputation speaks for itself.
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To be prepared for a change in the weather, which can happen in a New York minute, homeowners would be wise to heed the old saying, ‘an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.’ When the big storm hits, it is important to have a plan in place. Jim Jorgenson, manager of Electric Light and Power for the City of Red Deer suggests that residents experiencing a power outage should call the Electric Light & Power Department at 403-342-8274 immediately. After hours residents should call 403-3485700. “Please be prepared to describe the problem and your location. This will help us identify necessary actions so that our crews can restore your electricity as quickly as possible. Service is often restored without further interruptions, but sometimes power may flicker on and off as crews work to make the necessary repairs, he adds. Random equipment failures and external
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forces such as weather, animals, vehicles and construction activities can cause unexpected outages. Jorgenson says in the majority of cases, the impact to residents regarding power outages is minimal. However, if significant events occur such as the June 20th windstorm, the city will initiate its emergency operations centre. “Usually we are able to address the outage before it becomes more of an issue, but the city is typically ready just in case,” Jorgenson notes. To provide a safety net for residents when an emergency occurs, the city offers a mass notification system which lets residents choose how they wish to receive information. All registrants will receive emergency updates as it pertains to them on such issues as flood warnings, evacuation, or shelter in place. A link to the Notify Red Deer page where residents can sign up for the services is www. reddeer.ca/whats-happening/notify-red-deer Weather proofing building envelopes
To be prepared for a change in the weather, which can happen in a New York minute
provided by Qualistat Building Performance is one sure way homeowners can protect their homes against storm damage. Owner Darrell Paul says his company specializes in designing buildings to perform when subjected to our environment, and to the many changes the new energy requirements bring. “The ‘building envelope’ states Darrell, “is the system of components that together, allows the house to perform, even if at times certain unforeseen events mean moisture gets through into the walls or attic space. That means designing the building to accommodate rare occurrences of moisture ingress and evacuate that out, either through drainage or drying.” Paul advises homeowners to keep downspouts clean and away from the house and to regularly check caulked joints, shingles, windows and flashings and be sure your sump pump runs. Homeowners should be sure surfaces are dried immediately if they notice water ingress and keep their humidity low on cold days. We all know the old saying ‘if you don’t like the weather in Alberta, wait an hour’, so, it is important to be prepaired for any change in weather.
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Jillian Little Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce BY T R EEN A M I EL K E
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illian Little’s first job growing up in Red Deer was a paper route, but she doesn’t remember the job as well as she remembers the reward. “I would spend all my earnings at the Little Ice Cream and Soda Shop almost every day when I finished. That shop is still there, and it still serves the best ice cream.” Jillian, who is a Mobile Mortgage Advisor and Builder Specialist with CIBC, divides her time between Red Deer and Sherwood Park. Her parents still live in the Red Deer, and she has three sisters who live in Edmonton, Red Deer and Calgary. After finishing high school here in town, Jillian attended Universite Laval in Quebec before taking some time off and backpacking through Central America. She then attended the University of Alberta — receiving a Bachelor of Science Specialization in Molecular Genetics. Attending university while holding down jobs, and traveling to a foreign country helped mould her into the person she is today. She recalls traveling fondly: “It (traveling) was an eye opener and an unforgettable experience, which is similar to university. I loved every part of my degree. It was very interesting, challenging and I learned a ton.” After attending university, Jillian worked with Ahmed Osman at Nucryst Pharmaceuticals where, she says, “I learned a lot about the job and myself during my time there, and I am lucky enough to still call Ahmed a good friend.” In her current role, Jillian is assisted by Cariann Poettcker and Edwin So. “They are the foundation of what happens
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behind the scenes,” she says. Her manager, Gary Shelley, director Kelly Robinson, and mentors Louisa Tennant, Zar Karanjia and Mark Haupt all offer support, encouragement and are truly inspirational. Even more important is the daily support that comes from her husband and her mom. “I can always count on them. I lean on my husband the most and he consistently pushes me to be better.” Jillian and her husband Colin have been together 11 years and have two children, Reece and Ella. An elderly cockapoo named Charlie and a fish, named, what else, but Fish complete the family circle. “My children are amazing humans with whom I share the best experiences,” Jillian said. “ They have brought the most laughs and exciting moments to our lives. Colin and I are so blessed to know and raise them.” When it comes to work, dealing with clients and experiencing the satisfaction
that comes from helping them purchase their new homes is Jillian’s favourite part of the job. “There is a surprising amount of creativity that is required in this role. I also enjoy all of the opportunities that present themselves in this career.” Jillian lists Wonder Woman as a true hero film starring a woman who is strong, brave and beautiful. “I love, love, love this and so does my daughter, Ella.” Spending time with family and friends is important to Jillian, as is being involved in the community. She’s worked with the Edmonton Down Syndrome Society to support their fundraising efforts, and participates in various triathlons and running events. Her future goals include completing a half ironman. In her downtime, she says, “being at the lake and on the beach or paddle board is total bliss.” Just one more great reason to call Central Alberta a great place to live.
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What’s your favourite type of candy? BY A M B ER C A S E Y
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Dinosaur Gummies!” Ryan - Operator
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Skittles — taste the rainbow.”
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