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WEST PARK ESTATES RESIDENTS WARY OF PROPOSAL TO REBUILD POWER LINE NEAR TRAIL SYSTEM

Left: The proposed rebuild of an existing 80L transmission line in Red Deer. The red line signifies AltaLinks preferred route for the transmission line, while the green line is an alternate route.

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AltaLink’s plans to rebuild a major transmission line through Red Deer within the next three years is raising red flags by some residents living near the Waskasoo Park trail system.

A busload of staff from the Calgary based transmission company came to speak with more than 50 Red Deer area residents during Tuesday’s four hour session at BowerKin Community Centre. AltaLink proposes to rebuild 29 km of the transmission line running from the southwest corner of Red Deer to south of Joffre.

Several residents from West Park Estates are particularly concerned that one proposed route in their neighbourhood would cut through a swath of mature trees just west of Wiltshire Boulevard.

“You start taking down those trees and it’s a major eyesore,” said Sarah Cormack, before attending Tuesday’s open house. “From a community perspective, it’s part of the beauty of the park system.”

AltaLink reports tree removal is required where Wiltshire Boulevard meets Warwick Drive where lines run directly overhead the trail system on the Red Deer River escarpment.

The existing transmission line runs diagonally from Cronquist Drive to Warwick Drive.

After attending the open house, Cormack remained concerned about the loss of trees within the Waskasoo Park system.

“The impact will be quite severe when you take away those trees,” said Cormack.

Bob and Margaret Stevenson are concerned as well and say it will affect anyone who likes to use the trails in the area.

They would like the “preferred” route, which would entail rebuilding of the existing line, instead of the “alternate” route through the trees.

AltaLink spokeswoman Leanne Niblock said the rebuilding of the existing line, and the proposed route through the trees, are still both con-

Below: Mature trees on the Waskasoo Park’s trail system in West Park Estates might need to be removed under one proposal to rebuild an existing 80L transmission line.

sidered possibilities since applications haven’t been filed through the Alberta Utilities Commission.

“We don’t plan on filing until next year on the entire Stage 2,” said Niblock, referring to the transmission rebuilding project within Red Deer to south of Joffre.

AltaLink is proposing two different transmission structures in the Red Deer area.

Option 1 combines two separate transmission lines onto one double circuit structure for about 6.5 km. It uses Hframe structures for about three kms and is the costlier of the two options.

Option 2 replaces existing structures with new ones and primarily uses H-frame transmission structures.

Jim Saltvold, a resident of Lancaster Green, said he would like to see Option 1 because it would involve only

two transmission lines instead of three as proposed under Option 2.

“I thought it would look better in Red Deer,” said Saltvold.

Albert Kondrat said there is a transmission line across his property right now east of Red Deer. He’s glad that he won’t be affected by this latest transmission project.

“They say that nothing is going to change other than upgrading the poles because it’s a feeder line,” said Kondrat.

The work in Red Deer is part of the Red Deer Area Transmission Development project which will reinforce the electric transmission development system between the Wetaskiwin and Didsbury areas.

If all approvals are met, then Stage 2 (the transmission line rebuild in Red Deer and area) could be finished by De-

cember 2014, said Niblock.

If all stages are approved, then the entire $350-million project would be done by 2015.

Stage 1 involves substation upgrades in the Red Deer area, Stage 3 involves new substations and transmission lines in the Ponoka, Innisfail, Dids-

bury areas and 15 kms of transmission lines east of Lacombe.

Stage 4 involves removing some existing transmission lines from Wetaskiwin to Lacombe, and Red Deer to Innisfail. Stage 1 was approved for go-ahead. ltester@reddeeradvocate.com

Two mayoral hopefuls jump into race

BY CRYSTAL RHYNO ADVOCATE STAFF The race is on to become Red Deer’s 26th mayor.

Two mayor hopefuls have declared their intentions to run in the October 2013 municipal election.

Matt Chapin, a 26-year-old student, confirmed his intentions in October.

And Chad Mason, also 26, who works at Manor Management, recently voiced his political aspirations.

Chapin says he is no longer the little-known “Joe candidate” who first threw his hat in the mayoralty ring in 2007.

Chapin earned 559 votes when he ran for mayor in 2007. He received 1,625 votes in 2010 when he ran for city councillor and 2,439 votes for Red Deer Public School District board trustee.

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with no incumbent running,” said Chapin. “I can make a voice for myself for the younger people in the city.”

Mayor Morris Flewwelling will step down at the end of the current term after 21 years in politics.

Chapin said he would represent the needs of the younger generation in Red Deer, something he says is missing on the current council.

He said one of the issues in his platform is to change the way the city spends its money on capital projects. He noted renovations to the G.H. Dawe Matt Chapin Community Centre were too costly and the backtracking on the bike lanes was a

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waste of money.

“This is a big worry,” said Chapin. “Since 2008, there has been a worldwide recession. The city, however, wants to spend more and go further in debt.

That’s a concern if we keep going in debt, it will take more years to pay it off.”

Chapin has worked to increase voter turnout in past elections.

He was a member of the Red Deer Royals Marching Band and is an active community volunteer.

“I care about this city and I want to see it grow in the future,” said Chapin.

There has been speculation that veteran councillors Cindy Jefferies and Tara Veer will also vie for the top job. Jefferies said she will announce her intentions in early January while Veer has said it’s too early to start talking about the next election.

Mason was not available to comment. crhyno@reddeeradvocate.com

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Greens buoyed by showing in byelections

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BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — Three federal byelections Monday night failed to alter the party standings in the House of Commons — returning two Conservatives and a New Democrat — but the results gave a clear boost to Green party fortunes.

Despite the low voter turnout that is typical of byelections, three Green candidates actually managed to increase their cumulative vote count in the byelections from the 2011 general election — the only party to do so Monday — while playing an influential role in both the Victoria and Calgary Centre outcomes.

The Conservatives lost vote share in all three ridings they contested and, despite their success, their vote totals were down dramatically.

Conservative candidate Joan Crockatt hung on to Calgary Centre but her share of the popular vote dropped 21 percentage points in the face of a surprise surge by the Liberals and the Greens. A Conservative handily won the central Ontario riding of Durham, but came a distant third in Victoria, where the NDP eked out a slim victory over the Greens.

While byelection results are notoriously fickle, the Green surge is enough to raise some interesting questions about vote splitting and inter-party co-operation as Canadians look ahead to the real contest in the general election of October 2015.

Just ask Green party Leader Elizabeth May. “I hopes it says, look, the Greens have arrived,” a jet-lagged May said Tuesday after returning from Victoria.

If so, it also says that new and interesting vote splits are on the horizon that could benefit the ruling Conservatives immensely. That’s a point May is eager to make.

“I don’t worry about how the byelections went, but I think it should be an object lesson to the Liberals and the New Democrats that it’s time to start talking to each other,” she said, after noting her party’s official policy position is one of co-operation.

Liberal leadership candidate Joyce Murray also said the Calgary Centre outcome demonstrates the need for co-operation among Liberals, New Democrats and Greens.

“This was, I think, a good illustration of what happens when we split the progressive vote, election after election,” said Murray, a Vancouver MP. “Over 60 per cent of the votes were cast for progressive candidates who probably agree on more than half of the issues.”

Murray is the only Liberal leadership contender so far to broach the idea of co-operation among socalled progressive parties. For the next election only, she is proposing run-off nominations to choose a single progressive candidate in ridings where a united opposition front could defeat the Conservatives.

NDP Leader Tom Mulcair has adamantly ruled out any co-operation with the Liberals.

A source involved in last night’s campaigns who requested anonymity said the Greens reached out to the NDP in an effort to make a deal for two of the three byelection ridings: the Greens would ease up in Victoria if New Democrats backed off in Calgary Centre.

They were rebuffed, said the source, causing the Green party to redouble its efforts in Victoria.

However, interim Liberal leader Bob Rae said there’s no guarantee Green voters wouldn’t have migrated to the Tories or NDP or just stayed home had they been given no Green option in the byelections.

“I have no doubt that there’s an element of a protest vote that went to the Green party in Calgary and in Victoria,” he said.

Donn Lovett, Liberal campaign manager in Calgary Centre, said Harvey Locke’s near-win was primarily the result of appealing to disaffected red Tories. Hence, Lovett said, any alliance with left-wing parties aimed at ganging up on the Conservatives would likely have done more harm than good.

Keith Beardsley, a former senior Harper adviser who now pens a closely watched politics blog, wrote Tuesday there were warning signals for the Conservatives in the byelection results.

“It would also be interesting to know where the moderate Conservative or Red Tory vote went,” wrote Beardsley.

Furlong sues newspaper for abuse allegations

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS VANCOUVER — John Furlong, whose reputation as the face of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics was tarnished earlier this year by decades-old allegations of abuse at a school in northern British Columbia, has filed a lawsuit targeting the weekly newspaper that first published the claims, a spokeswoman says.

Furlong’s lawyers filed a statement of claim Tuesday targeting the owner of the Georgia Straight newspaper, reporter Laura Robinson, publisher Daniel McLeod and editor Charlie Smith, according to an emailed statement from Furlong spokeswoman Catherine Locke.

The free, weekly newspaper published a story on Sept. 27 that quoted eight former students who claimed Furlong hit, kicked and verbally abused them and other students during his time as a physical education teacher in the late 1960s and early 1970s.

Within hours, Furlong held a news conference with his lawyer to announce legal action and deny he abused anyone. He was also forced to deny a news

Tories’ law-and-order agenda challenged in court

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — The Quebec Bar Association has launched a legal challenge against parts of the federal Conservatives’ law-and-order agenda.

In a case that could ultimately find itself before the Supreme Court, the association has filed a motion in Quebec Superior Court seeking to strike down sections of Bill C-10.

The targeted sections involve so-called mandatory minimums — penalties that set minimum sentences and leave judges with little latitude if they want to convict someone and proffer a lesser punishment.

The bar association says that not only do mandatory minimums not wind up protecting the public but that they represent an unconstitutional interference from one branch of government, the legislature, in

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the business of another, the judiciary.

Bill C-10, the Safe Streets and Communities Act, passed earlier this year despite resistance from some provincial governments who called its measures costly, ineffective and a recipe for prison overcrowding.

The omnibus bill sets mandatory minimums for child exploitation and some major drug offences. It stemmed from older bills proposed by the Harper Tories and promised in their 2011 election platform.

The office of Justice Minister Rob Nicholson, responding to the bar association challenge, sent an email Tuesday saying the government firmly believes that mandatory minimums are justified for some infractions.

It says there are 40 cases of mandatory minimums in the Criminal Code and that the recent legislation merely extends an existing practice.

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report published by the CBC, which quoted a former female student who said she had recently recovered memories of sexual abuse.

Furlong accused Robinson of having a vendetta against him and claimed she did not attempt to contact him to hear his side.

The Georgia Straight responded then by defending the story. Robinson said she attempted to contact Furlong repeatedly and she threatened her own lawsuit over Furlong’s claims to the contrary, though she has not yet filed any legal action.

Furlong’s statement of claim was not yet available from the B.C. Supreme Court registry late Tuesday afternoon and his lawyers declined to provide a copy. The statement said Furlong would not be commenting now that the case was before the court.

The defendants named in the lawsuit did not return calls seeking comment, nor did a lawyer who provided the Georgia Straight with written affidavits that were used in the original article.

The allegations involved Furlong’s time as a volunteer teacher at Immaculata Catholic School in Burns Lake, a remote northern community located about 1,000 kilometres north of Vancouver.

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St. Francis of Assisi Middle School Grade 7 student Aimee Skinner, dressed in a buckskin, beaded jacket and a fur hat, struggles to pick up what represents a 90-pound bale of furs at the Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery Tuesday. Skinner and her Challenge Group classmates were touring the fur trading exhibit at the museum and got the chance to see what it took to be a voyageur.

The students taking part in the enrichment program head out on monthly educational field trips through Alberta and are exposed to experiences they would not otherwise get a chance to see, said their teachers. The exhibit, on loan from the Canadian Museum of Civilization, is entitled Profit and Ambition: The Canadian Fur Trade, 1779-1821. It will be on display until Dec. 9.

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Ruling on election boss called critical NDP DEMANDS SANCTIONS FOR CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICER FOR GIVING THE PC’S HIS RECOMMENDATIONS ON HOW TO CHANGE ELECTION LAWS

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tee, but said he made an honest mistake by failing to pass the recommendations on to Notley and to others.

Fjeldheim said he would have passed the report on to the committee once he realized members didn’t have it, but wasn’t sure of the procedure.

Denis then used the recommendations to draft and table the new elections law. Opponents say as a result they have not had time to make reasoned amendments or suggestions to law, compromising their ability to represent constituents.

On Monday, Notley asked Zwozdesky for a ruling, saying Fjeldheim had stepped way over the line.

Denis and Government House Leader Dave Hancock disagreed.

Hancock told the house that Fjeldheim must report nuts-and-bolts election issues to the legislature through the all-party committee.

But Hancock said the government party also needs to rely on, and has a right to ask for, Fjeldheim’s advice on

Helicopter pilot killed in crash not experienced enough: safety board THE CANADIAN PRESS

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS CALGARY — A Calgary reservist charged with manslaughter in a training accident in Afghanistan admitted Tuesday he could have prevented the death of a fellow soldier.

Under cross-examination at his court martial, Maj. Darryl Watts conceded that if he had ordered his soldiers into nearby armoured vehicles during the firing of an anti-personnel mine, it is likely Cpl. Josh Baker would still be alive.

“Would you say if the men were inside they would have been uninjured and Cpl. Baker would not have died?” asked prosecutor Maj. Dylan Kerr.

“Correct,” replied Watts.

Watts maintained he was not in charge of the firing-range safety that day in February 2010. But as platoon commander, he said, if he had any concerns about the firing exercise, he had the authority to call it off.

“If I had decided it needed to be done, it would have been done,” said Watts.

“As a platoon commander, the order would have been mine — yes.”

But with the soldiers dressed in full combat gear, Watts said he was con-

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BY THE CANADIAN PRESS EDMONTON — Alberta’s opposition Wildrose party has put out an old Wild West-style wanted poster on Premier Alison Redford.

The Wildrose says they want to call attention to the fact Redford’s frequent absences during question period show disrespect to Albertans who deserve answers to the questions of the day.

Redford has missed about half the legislature question periods since the spring because of out-of-town meetings or other functions.

Deputy Premier Thomas Lukaszuk has become the go-to person in the legislature, answering questions on Redford’s behalf, sometimes while she is sitting beside him in the house.

Lukaszuk says Redford is using her time wisely, drumming up contacts and business to keep the province prosperous.

NDP Leader Brian Mason says Redford has answered two of the last 17 questions put to her in the house, adding that Redford refuses to be accountable.

Liberal critic wants end to private schools EDMONTON — Liberal education critic Kent Hehr says it’s time to stop funding private schools once and for all.

He says the schools are divisive and are taking away dollars that could be better spent in the public system.

He also doesn’t believe taxpayers should fund a particular group’s “private wants and wishes.”

He says the schools “divide children and families on the basis of race, religion, ability ... and the ability to pay.”

Education Minister Jeff Johnson says the province funds private schools for up to 70 per cent of the basic grants they receive.

Duane Platinga of the Association of Independent Schools and Colleges in Alberta says the idea that private schools are for the rich is “totally misconception.”

vinced neither he nor his men were in any danger.

“I did not think that would be a risk to us ... a risk to anyone. At no point did anyone suggest anything was unsafe or wrong,” he said.

Watts, 44, faces six charges, including manslaughter, unlawfully causing bodily harm, breach of duty and negligent performance of duty.

Baker, 24, died when the C19 Claymore anti-personnel mine, packed with 700 steel balls, raked the Canadian Forces platoon on a range four kilometres north of Kandahar.

He was struck four times and one of the steel balls penetrated his chest.

Four other soldiers were seriously injured.

The defence has wrapped up its case. Final arguments are scheduled for Wednesday morning.

“I thought the testimony of Maj. Watts was compelling,” said his lawyer, Balfour Der. “I think it put his position pretty squarely before the panel that he did everything he could to ensure safety by turning the matter over to someone who was an expert when he knew nothing about it.”

The matter could be in the hands of the five-member military jury by Thursday.

“The parents and the communities provide a lot of the funding,” he says.

“So in an average year, I would estimate about $140 million is a saving to taxpayers.”

About 24,000 Alberta students attend private schools.

Johnson says the schools fill a void, especially for special needs and underprivileged students.

“Why shouldn’t we invest in that education?” he oaks. “At the end of the day, every Albertans has a stake in that child’s success.”

drafting legislation.

Denis echoed those remarks, suggesting that Fjeldheim must wear two hats — as the elections referee but also as an elections adviser.

In the case of the recommendations, said Denis, he was an adviser.

“This was not a formal report to the assembly,” Denis told Zwozdesky.

“There’s no obligation on the part of the chief electoral officer to provide that.”

Hancock, however, admitted it’s a bit of a gray zone.

“Going forward it would be useful to clarify,” said Hancock.

Hancock said that on a couple of occasions the rules have been cloudy on how to craft legislation involving an independent officer of the legislature while also making sure that officer’s independence was not compromised.

“We may wish to follow that up and set up a process to be followed, but in fact there is not one now,” said Hancock.

DRAYTON VALLEY, Alta. — The Transportation Safety Board says a helicopter pilot killed in a crash in central Alberta was not experienced enough to be flying in bad weather.

The Bell 206 Jet Ranger departed from Whitecourt on Oct. 5, 2011, when it went down in a hay field near the air strip at Drayton Valley, about 150 kilometres southwest of Edmonton.

The pilot, the only person on board, worked for Rotorworks Inc., a small flight school out of Whitecourt that owned the chopper.

In its final report into the crash, the safety board said the unnamed pilot had logged 390 hours of flight time, but was required to have 500 hours to fly in reduced visibility.

There was low cloud cover that day and the pilot had used his cell phone during the flight to tell a friend that he was encountering poor weather.

The pilot “would not have been eligible to operate in these conditions,” the board said in its report released Tuesday.

It said the pilot had to descend through cloud in order to land and lost awareness of the aircraft’s height above the ground.

“The pilot did not arrest the rate of descent, resulting in a collision with terrain in which the impact forces were not

survivable.”

The board said the pilot cancelled a trip two days earlier due to deteriorating weather. But there was no indication the day of the crash that he tried to turn back towards Whitecourt, where the weather was better.

The pilot also had a habit of flying without shoulder harnesses attached to a lap belt, and wasn’t wearing the harnesses or a helmet when he died.

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EDMONTON — Alberta opposition politicians say an upcoming ruling by Speaker Gene Zwozdesky will set the tone on who runs the province’s elections — the people or the governing Progressive Conservative party.

Zwozdesky was expected to rule later this week on a motion by NDP critic Rachel Notley to sanction Chief Electoral Officer Brian Fjeldheim for giving to the PC’s his recommendations on how to change election laws while denying the release of those same recommendations to the opposition.

Notley said a ruling for Fjeldheim will erase even the pretence of a line separating the PC party and independent legislature officials.

“If (Zwozdesky) gives his blessing for that, then quite frankly we’re in a situation where officers of the legislature are almost indistinguishable from senior bureaucrats,” Notley told

reporters Tuesday.

“That would be a serious problem for the whole credibility of the assembly.”

The Fjeldheim recommendations now form the spine of the Election Accountability Amendment Act. Introduced last week, the act promises controversial changes to how elections are financed and reported to the public.

Notley, along with the opposition Wildrose and Liberals, are criticizing Fjeldheim’s behaviour, given he is an independent officer of the legislature and therefore reports to an all-party committee, not the government.

Notley argues Fjeldheim broke his mandate of impartiality earlier this fall when he denied the recommendations to committee members, despite repeated requests and instead delivered them to Justice Minister Jonathan Denis and David Xiao.

Xiao, a backbench Tory, chairs the all-party Legislative Offices Commit-

Job agencies accused of collecting illegal fees EDMONTON — Two employment agencies in Edmonton are accused of collecting illegal fees from foreign workers in exchange for a job in Canada.

The Alberta government says in one case, people from the Philippines paid more than $26,000 in fees with the belief that their family members could come to work in Canada.

In the other, it’s alleged $10,800 in prohibited fees were collected from Filipino workers and that employment opportunities were misrepresented.

Jonalyn Gandeza and Ira Nadnaden face a number of charges under the Fair Trading Act and the Employment Agency Business Licensing Regulation.

Both will make court appearances in Edmonton in January.

Calgary mayor sports white and blue CALGARY — Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi (nah-HEAD’ NEHN’-shee) is feeling blue about wearing white and blue.

Nenshi sheepishly showed up Tuesday for city council budget talks sporting a Toronto Argonauts jersey with his name emblazoned on the back.

On Monday, he went to work in his red Calgary Stampeders sweater, saying he needed time to mourn after the team’s Grey Cup loss to the Argos on Sunday.

Nenshi had made a wager with Toronto Mayor Rob Ford over the game and must also donate his weight in food to the Toronto Food Bank.

Nenshi said he planned to honour the bet despite Ford’s removal from office.

A judge ruled Monday that Ford violated the city’s conflict of interest rules but Ford is appealing the decision.

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Carney’s checkered past EVEN FOR SOMEONE AS EXALTED AS THE BANK OF CANADA GOVERNOR, WORDS ALONE ARE NOT ENOUGH

BY PHILIP CROSS SPECIAL TO THE ADVOCATE Mark Carney’s departs from governor of the Bank of Canada with a sterling reputation based on the Bank of Canada’s deft handling of the onset of the financial crisis and his recent ascension as head of the G20’s Financial Stability Board.

However, 2012 has proven that, even for someone as exalted as Carney, words alone are not enough to change the behaviour of households and investors.

Carney was appointed as governor of the Bank of Canada early in 2007, just before the global financial crisis began to unfold that summer, which then mutated into the global economic crisis of 2008, the most dangerous moment in economic history since the Great Depression. Under Carney’s leadership, the Bank of Canada’s initial handling of the crisis was impeccable. It lowered interest rates to record low levels in response to the onset of the crisis and helped co-ordinate the global response of central banks that mitigated the risk of contagion.

Alone among the major industrialized nations, Canada’s financial system emerged unscathed from the crisis, although this largely reflects steps taken by federal agencies before his ascension to governor, notably regulations by the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions and the Department of Finance (which rejected proposed bank mergers). As the recovery unfolded, Canada’s image as a safe haven helped to attract billions of dollars of investments from countries with more troubled financial systems.

However, recently Carney learned the limits of the bully pulpit, even one bathed in his aura. The bank has regularly scolded households for borrowing too much, when its record low interest rates created the very circumstances for record indebtedness. In the end, it was concrete actions taken by the Department of Finance and the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation to tighten lending standards and shorten amortization periods that blew the speculative froth off the housing market. Even then, households continue to borrow more for other durable goods, with auto sales at their highest level

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Traffic problems in Red Deer require far better planning A recent Red Deer Advocate article has compelled me to do something I rarely do these days, express myself in print. It is unfortunate that while I am going to the effort of expressing my opinion I am sure that it will have little or no effect on the decision making of the “powers that be.” Be that as it may, I hope you will indulge me.

First of all, the matter of the Molly Banister Drive extension. The City of Red Deer has done a magnificent job of building roads to ... nowhere.

Ross Street from 30th Avenue to nowhere, 32nd Street from 30th Avenue to nowhere, Molly Banister Drive from Gaetz Avenue to nowhere are the most glaring examples.

The Molly Banister Drive extension should have been completed 20 years ago, contrary to what former councillor Watkinson-Zimmer thinks. The recent reconstruction of 32nd Street, while badly needed considering the disrepair, has done very little to alleviate the bottleneck of traffic heading east out of downtown. (Just try turning left off of 32nd Street westbound onto 40th Avenue southbound during rush hour or any other hour for that matter.)

The improvement of 19th Street has helped but people are inherently lazy and will take the shortest, easiest route on everything from walking to doing homework, despite what Cindy Jefferies says about it not being that far between 19th and 32nd Streets.

One only needs to look at the map to see that 32nd Street is servicing twice as many communities as 19th Street ever will, considering the Anders configuration.

Molly Banister would not only relieve pressure on 32nd Street but Gaetz

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since the recession, as households continued to take advantage of low rates.

Carney may have worn out his welcome with corporate Canada by hectoring it for not spending enough and holding too much ‘dead money,’ as he inelegantly put it. In particular, he pointedly singled out the energy sector for not investing aggressively, citing the “massive opportunities” provided by emerging markets.

The problem is, almost all of our energy exports go to the U.S., where prices for both oil and gas were much lower than elsewhere in the world and access was blocked by a lack of pipeline capacity, compounded by U.S. President Barack Obama’s rejection of the Keystone pipeline. The rapid growth of shale oil production in the U.S. added to the air of uncertainty.

ARC Financial Corp. of Calgary projects a 10 per cent to 15 per cent drop in cash flow for the oil and gas sector next year, making lower capital spending inevitable, no matter what

the wishes of the central bank. In these circumstances, it is not surprising that Carney’s exhortations to spend more were met instead by project deferrals and cancellations.

Carney’s legacy as a sound steward of monetary policy has not yet stood the test of time. After five years of record low interest rates, Carney has been reduced to words as the main tool of monetary policy. This reinforces the image of monetary policy being ‘out of bullets’ in the minds of many.

A much more sophisticated critique of ultra-easy monetary policy was offered recently by former Bank of Canada deputy governor William White, who noted that, while a central bank could never run out of ammunition, low interest rates were now causing more damage to certain areas of the economy than they were preventing elsewhere. His concerns centred on some sectors gorging themselves on debt, while others, like pension funds and insurance, were starved for capi-

tal due to low interest rates.

Carney was courageous in denouncing the so-called Dutch Disease caused by high commodity prices, saying they were “unambiguously” good for Canada.

Yet he was timid in explaining to Canadians the virtues of a high exchange rate, which probably was why he hesitated to raise interest rates.

Like Alan Greenspan, Carney has proven adept at implementing a stimulative monetary policy in response to shocks.

Looking forward, as is always the case for central bankers, taking away the punch bowl after the party is getting started, by raising interest rates and unwinding the extraordinary stimulus of recent years, will prove the difficult part. When that is done, then we will know the true legacy of Mark Carney.

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Avenue as well, since traffic from Bower Place Shopping Centre could travel east immediately rather than funneling back to Gaetz Avenue, whether it is northbound or southbound.

I disagree with Dorothy Dickson on her opinion of the “wildlife corridor” through the Piper Creek area.

You can’t tell me that deer are staying huddled between 32nd Street and 19th Street indefinitely. They are obviously crossing these roadways at will (although not always without mishap) and one more roadway surely could not disrupt things for them any more than they already are.

Next on my hit list is 20th Avenue. I must temper my arguments by stating that I am fully aware of the enormous costs and time constraints of building any road these days. (Which begs the question: how did they build the Alaska Hwy so quickly in the middle of a war?)

Range Road 270 is quickly becoming the collector road that 20th Avenue should be. Workers leaving town are using 39th Street to exit Red Deer (without traffic lights) and using the narrow, under-constructed road to access Hwy 11. 39th Street is another huge oversight of the city by creating a bottlenecked exit out of the city by reducing 39th Street from four lanes to two, placing backyards within a slowpitch throw from a busy street and then wondering why people are upset about speeding traffic 50 feet from their deck.

Had the city completed Ross Street and 32nd Street to Range Road 270 or RR 271 and co-ordinated with the county to upgrade RR 270 or RR 271, there would not have been the uproar created a few years ago with the resulting “bulbous speedbumps” made to capture unwitting snowplow operators and city bus drivers, not to mention distracted teenagers. I refer back to my comment about lazy people taking the shortest, easiest route as proof of

the need for the Ross Street and 32nd Street extension.

Finally, I see city planners have decided to make Alexander Way and Taylor Drive an all-turns access intersection.

Have you lost your collective minds? Do you see the amount of traffic backed up to 45th Street waiting to get across Taylor Bridge? And you guys want to add another traffic light from a street that features a raised crossing/speed bump through an area of heavy foot traffic from the water park from a part of downtown nobody travels through?

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So one has to waste their Sunday morning driving around Red Deer to try to find a police station open, to report this damage, which is extensive — to be feeling let down and frustrated.

Does no one else in Red Deer wonder why our RCMP stations are shut to the general public, who they are supposed to be serving?

Everywhere else is open on a Sunday in Red Deer — even the doctors’ surgeries have opening hours for a Sunday.

Tracy Dodd Red Deer Editors note: The RCMP returned Dodd’s call on Sunday and informed her that there is a button to push for assistance after hours.

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Where are city RCMP on the weekend?

Can someone explain why our police stations are shut on a Sunday?

Are the RCMP frightened of the general public now, the public who pay their wages, the public who the RCMP are always wanting more money from?

My son was at a downtown nightclub on Saturday and had his car keyed — very bad, maybe $3,000 worth of damage.

So as a responsible Red Deer resident, I try to phone the club he was at on a Sunday morning, thinking maybe cleaning staff would be there. I received no answer and have tried twice since.

I also Facebooked the club, with still no reply.

As a Red Deer taxpayer I think this needs reporting to the RCMP — and there is no station open on a Sunday You have to phone them and you may receive a phone call back today or tomorrow.

Never mind that the person may have a job to be at on a Monday and not be able to answer their phone.

What a joke.

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For one thing, Mr. Stephan should understand that although he represents what he perceives as a majority viewpoint, there are opposing views held by many citizens and they have a right to voice those opinions.

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Emissions rules for autos touted

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — On the eve of global climate talks that will put Canada’s contentious policies under the microscope, Ottawa has introduced its next set of rules to cut greenhouse gas emissions from cars and light trucks.

Under regulations proposed on Tuesday, vehicles built between 2017 and 2025 will be required to cut emissions by an average of five per cent a year, every year.

Environment Minister Peter Kent said these rules should cut annual gasoline costs by about $900 per auto, compared with today.

The regulations are designed to match U.S. standards first proposed more than a year ago and will build on existing regulations that cover models built between 2011 and 2016.

“We will see emissions at 50 per cent of what they were in 2008,” Kent said in an interview.

Light trucks won’t have to meet the new standards as quickly as cars because manufacturers need extra time to make sure they can perform the work required by the farmers and construction workers who drive them, Environment Canada said in a background document.

Unlike previous rounds of industrial regulations that pitted industry against environmentalists, this set is expected to meet little resistance. The federal

NDP denounced the measures as “recycling” from the United States, but auto manufacturers welcomed the government’s decision to view North America as a single market and clearly set out expectations for the next decade.

Environmentalists said the stiffer standards will help clean the air and save consumers money at the same time.

“It’s fairly welcome that Canada will continue to follow the U.S. administration’s ambitious lead on fuel efficiency,” said P.J. Partington, a climate policy analyst with the Pembina Institute. “It’s great for drivers. They’ll be saving a lot of money on gas.”

The announcement comes more than a year after the United States floated a similar plan, but the timing is no accident. Kent leaves this weekend for a week of United Nations climate change talks in Doha that, as usual, will put him on the defensive.

“We wanted to make the announcement before Doha because it is another step forward in our sector-by-sector approach,” he said.

While the Harper government has been vociferous in its attack against other approaches to controlling emissions, Canada’s policy of regulating industry by industry has drawn scorn not just from environmentalists but also other countries.

In Canada, the federal environmental commissioner and the now-defunct National Roundtable on the Environment and the Economy have both said this approach is not enough to meet the country’s

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2020 emissions target.

Environmental organizations say Canada lacks credibility at the bargaining table as countries seek to replace the expiring Kyoto protocol with another binding international treaty to limit global warming.

“Right now (we’re) well on path for global pariah, heads too buried in the tar sands to see the coming storms,” Cameron Fenton, national director of the Canadian Youth Climate Coalition, said in a blog this week.

Canada has an “enormous gap” between its global commitment to reduce emissions and the plans it has introduced so far, Partington added. Since Ottawa has already included emissions from the tailpipe regulations in its tally, Tuesday’s announcement won’t actually take Canada any closer to meeting its 2020 promise to reduce emissions by 17 per cent below 2005 levels, he said.

But Kent said he will tackle his critics head-on in Doha.

“There’s an awful lot of misinformation out there and no little amount of disinformation about Canada’s commitment towards climate change, both in terms of mitigation and adaptation,” he said. “We’ll be meeting with the media, we’ll be meeting with our colleagues in the major economies’ forum, to talk about the things we are doing.

“We’ll refresh the memory of folks who don’t know or who don’t want to know that our sector-by-sector approach has taken us halfway to our 2020 targets.”

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it is entitled to independent constitutionally protected status under the Charter,” the ruling said.

In May 2011, a B.C. Supreme Court judge agreed with Pratten, giving the province 15 months to amend its Adoption Act, saying people who are deprived of their genetic backgrounds suffer psychological harm.

Judge Elaine Adair also ordered a permanent injunction against the destruction of donor records, which can be disposed of in six years, but the B.C. government appealed the ruling.

In February, a lawyer for the Attorney General’s Ministry told the appeal court that adoption laws don’t apply to people who were born using donated sperm or eggs if they want to learn the identity of a biological parent.

Some information collected about biological parents by adoption agencies and the government can be accessed when those children turn 19, unless the parents don’t want it disclosed.

Pratten, who now lives in Toronto, was born in Nanaimo, B.C., in 1982 using sperm from an anonymous donor, and her parents knew the donor’s identity would be shielded.

She spent a decade trying to learn her biological father’s identity, but her parents’ Vancouver fertility specialist destroyed the records in keeping with rules of the B.C. College of Physicians and Surgeons, which was also named Pratten’s lawsuit.

VANCOUVER — A woman who wanted to know the identity of her sperm-donor father is taking her case to Canada’s top court after the B.C. Court of Appeal threw out an earlier decision that sided with her.

Olivia Pratten wanted offspring like herself to be treated the same as people who are adopted and argued that the B.C. government should change its laws accordingly.

But the appeal court ruled Tuesday there is no legal right for offspring to know their past and providing such information would amount to state intrusion into many people’s lives.

“It’s very disappointing,” Pratten said of the appeal court ruling.

“All we were asking for is the same benefits of adopted people. They’ve basically said, ‘No, you can’t have that.’ And they’ve basically said that it’s OK for the government to discriminate. It’s failing to protect the health and safety of donor-conceived people, that’s what this court has done. We’ll be appealing it to the Supreme Court of Canada.”

The appeal court concluded that contrary to Pratten’s argument, it is not her constitutional right to know her biological past.

“There are many non-donor offspring who do not know their family history or the identity of their biological father because of decisions taken by others, or because of the circumstances of their conception,” Justice David Frankel said in the written ruling on behalf of the three judges.

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TORONTO — A contrite Rob Ford finally offered a qualified apology on Tuesday for the way he had handled his conflict of interest situation, but said he would fight to stay on as mayor.

At a news conference, Ford said his appeal of a judge’s decision to boot him from office should not be construed as criticism of the courts.

“Looking back, maybe, I could have expressed myself in a different way,” Ford said.

“To everyone who believes I should have done this differently, I sincerely apologize.”

Playing an emotional trump card, the embattled mayor said the “entire matter” started because he “loves to help Rob Ford kids play football.”

“I was focused on raising money to help underprivileged youth.”

To that end, Ford solicited donations from lobbyists for his private football foundation using city letterhead.

He repeatedly refused the integrity commissioner’s orders to repay the $3,150, and was booted Monday for conflict because he voted at a council meeting on the repayment.

“I never believed there was a conflict of interest because I had nothing to gain, and the city had nothing to lose,” Ford said.

He said he took part in the council vote because he considered it important to answer the accusations made against him.

The mayor’s comments came after the city’s top lawyer said Ford could not run in any byelection if one is called to choose his successor and his lawyer said he is seeking a stay of the judge’s ruling.

The stay application will be heard Dec. 5.

City solicitor Anna Kinastowski told council that a judge’s ruling booting Ford from office for the “current term” precludes that option.

“It is my opinion that that word ’term’ means 2010 to 2014,” Kinastowski said.

“That is our interpretation of that particular fact.”

On Monday, Ontario Superior Court Justice Charles Hackland ordered Ford removed from office for violating conflict of interest rules.

Ford, Hackland found in a scathing ruling, was “wilfully blind” in taking part in the council vote on whether to repay the $3,150 he had solicited.

Hackland could have barred Ford from running again for seven years, but instead opted to disqualify him for the “current term.”

Ford said he would fight the decision and planned to run in any byelection — estimated to cost about $7 million — that council calls to fill his seat.

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Thousands attend anti-Morsi rally

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS CAIRO, Egypt — Thousands flocked to Cairo’s central Tahrir square on Tuesday for a protest against Egypt’s president in a significant test of whether the opposition can rally the street behind it in a confrontation aimed at forcing the Islamist leader to rescind decrees that granted him near absolute powers.

Waving Egypt’s red, white and black flags and chanting slogans against President Mohammed Morsi and his Muslim Brotherhood, the protesters joined several hundreds who have been camping out at the square since Friday demanding the decrees be revoked.

Even as the crowds swelled, clashes erupted nearby between several hundred young protesters throwing stones and police firing tear gas on a street off Tahrir leading to the U.S. Embassy. Clashes have been taking place at the site for several days fueled by anger over police abuses, separately from the crisis over Morsi.

The president’s declaration last week of new powers for himself has energized and — to a degree unified — the mostly liberal and secular opposition after months of divisions and uncertainty while Islamists from the Muslim Brotherhood and other groups rose to dominate the political landscape.

The turnout for Tuesday’s protest call is key to whether the opposition can keep a movement going against Morsi. While the edicts last week sparked the protests, they have also been fueled by anger over what critics see as the Brotherhood’s monopolizing of power after its election victories the past year for parliament and the presidency.

“We want to change this whole setting. The Brotherhood hijacked the revolution,” said Rafat Magdi, an engineer who was among a crowd of around 2,000 marching from the Cairo district of Shubra to Tahrir to join the rally.

“People woke up by his mistakes, and any new elections they will get no votes.”

Morsi’s decrees, issued Thursday, placed him above any kind of oversight, including that of the courts, until a new constitution is adopted and parliamentary elections are held — a timeline that stretches to mid-2013.

The opposition says the decrees give Morsi near dictatorial powers by neutralizing the judiciary at

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Egyptian protesters chant slogans against President Mohammed Morsi in Tahrir Square in Cairo, Egypt, Tuesday. a time when he already holds executive and legislative powers. Leading judges have also denounced the measures.

Morsi says the decrees are necessary to protect the “revolution” and the nation’s transition to democratic rule.

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Satirical Kim story trips up Chinese paper THE ASSOCIATED PRESS BEIJING — The online version of China’s Communist Party newspaper has hailed a report by The Onion naming North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un as the “Sexiest Man Alive” — not realizing it is satire.

The People’s Daily on Tuesday ran a 55-page photo spread on its website in a tribute to the round-faced leader, under the headline “North Korea’s top leader named The Onion’s Sexiest Man Alive for 2012.”

Quoting The Onion’s spoof report, the Chinese newspaper wrote, “With his devastatingly handsome, round face, his boyish charm, and his strong, sturdy frame, this Pyongyang-bred heartthrob is every woman’s dream come true.”

“Blessed with an air of power that masks an unmistakable cute, cuddly side, Kim made this newspaper’s editorial board swoon with his impeccable fashion sense, chic short hairstyle, and, of course, that famous smile,” the People’s Daily cited The Onion as saying.

The photos the People’s Daily selected include Kim on horseback squinting into the light and Kim waving toward a military parade. In other photos, he is wearing sunglasses and smiling, or touring a facility with his wife.

People’s Daily could not immediately be reached for comment. A man who answered the phone at the newspaper’s duty office said he did not know anything about the report and requested queries be directed to their newsroom on Wednesday morning.

It is not the first time a state-run Chinese newspaper has fallen for a fictional report by the just-for-laughs The Onion.

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Colombian rebels say peace talks going well HAVANA, Cuba — HAVANA (AP) — A senior commander of Colombia’s main rebel group said Tuesday that days of intensive peace talks with the government are going well, the clearest signal yet that the half-century-long conflict may eventually be resolved.

Jesus Santrich noted that negotiators from the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia and the government, meeting in Havana, have already agreed to support a broad forum in Bogota in December to discuss agrarian development, which has been an issue in the class-based conflict. “Up until now we have had good results,�

Santrich said upon entering the seventh day of talks at a convention centre in the Cuban capital. “There has been agreement. We are on the same wavelength.�

Participants say the forum agreement is significant because it means both sides have accepted a basic framework for the negotiations centred upon six themes including land reform, victim compensation, drug trafficking and reinsertion of the rebels into society.

It is also hoped that the forum — which is being organized by the United Nations and the National University of Colombia — will give Colombian society a greater stake in the success of the negotiations, making an eventual agreement more likely.

The two sides are expected to break for Christmas, and restart talks in January armed with a report on the forum’s findings.

Experts exhume Arafat’s remains SEARCHING FOR CLUES TO HIS DEATH

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Yasser Arafat’s political heirs on Tuesday opened his grave and foreign experts took samples of the iconic Palestinian leader’s remains as part of a long-shot attempt — eight years after his mysterious death — to determine whether he was poisoned.

Arafat died in November 2004 at a French military hospital, a month after suddenly falling ill at his West Bank compound, at the time besieged by Israeli troops.

The immediate cause of death was a stroke, but the underlying reasons were unclear, leading to widespread belief in the Arab world that Israel poisoned the 75-year-old symbol of Palestinian nationalism.

Israel has denied involvement in Arafat’s death.

The exhumation began before dawn Tuesday, under the cover of huge sheets of blue tarpaulin draped over Arafat’s mausoleum in his former government compound in the West Bank city of Ramallah. By midmorning, the grave was reclosed, and officials from Arafat’s Fatah movement and the Palestine Liberation Organization laid wreaths at the mausoleum.

Palestinians had launched an investigation after Arafat’s death, but made no prog-

U.S. soldier in WikiLeaks case to testify about confinement FORT MEADE, Md. — The U.S. Army private charged in the biggest security breach in U.S. history and accused of sending documents to the secret-spilling website WikiLeaks was expected to testify Tuesday that he’s been punished enough after being locked up alone in a small cell for months and forced to sleep naked for several nights.

Pfc. Bradley Manning’s pretrial hearing was set to run through Sunday in a military court.

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to another location.

The exhumation was attended by experts from Switzerland, France and Russia who will examine the samples in their home countries, said the official, speaking on condition of anonymity to discuss the exhumation. Earlier, samples were also taken from Arafat’s bedroom, office and personal belongings, he said.

Dr. Abdullah Bashir, a member of the Palestinian investigative team, said it would take at least three months for results to come back.

Public reaction in the West Bank was mixed.

Nidaa Younes, a Palestinian government employee, said it was unnecessary to dig up the remains. “Our religion forbids exhuming graves. It is not nice at all to do this, even if religion permits it in some cases,� she said, adding that she believes Israel was responsible for Arafat’s death.

Ramallah resident Tony Abdo said he supports the exhumation, expecting it to prove that Arafat did not die a natural death.

Suspicions about Arafat’s death flared again over the summer, when the Arab satellite TV channel Al-Jazeera took some of Arafat’s belongings, provided by his widow Suha, to a Swiss lab for testing.

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Shiite mosques in Baghdad were main targets, along with a city claimed by squabbling ethnic groups in a disputed northern region.

The conflicts threaten the stability of Iraq following the final pullout of U.S. military forces nearly a year ago.

Car bombs exploded near three mosques shortly after nightfall in the capital, killing 12. Police and hospital officials said the first exploded near a Shiite mosque following evening prayers in Hurriya neighbourhood, killing six worshippers and wounding 20 others.

Minutes later, another car bomb went off near Gaereat mosque, killing three people.

Later, police said a third car bomb exploded, killing three Shiite worshippers and wounded 14 others in northern Baghdad.

ress. The probe was revived this summer when a Swiss lab detected elevated traces of a lethal radioactive substance, polonium-210, in biological stains on his clothing.

The lab said the tests were inconclusive and that it needed to examine the remains for a clearer picture.

Arafat’s successor, Mahmoud Abbas, authorized the exhumation despite strong cultural and religious taboos against disturbing a gravesite, apparently to avoid any suggestion that he was standing in the way of a thorough investigation.

Abbas was absent during Tuesday’s proceedings, instead heading to the United Nations to seek a General Assembly acceptance of Palestine as a non-member observer state. Abbas has said the request, strongly opposed by the U.S. and Israel, is meant to strengthen his leverage with Israel.

In Ramallah, workers have been drilling through thick layers of concrete encasing the tomb since mid- November. The grave was opened before dawn Tuesday, said Tawfik Tiraqi, head of the Palestinian team investigating Arafat’s death.

A Palestinian official initially said some of the remains were moved to a nearby mosque. However, Palestinian Health Minister Hani Abdeen later said samples were taken without having to move the remains

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trade 0.4 per cent lower at $1.2941. The interest rate charged on Greece’s benchmark 10-year bonds, an indicator of investor confidence in a country’s finances, fell 0.2 percentage points to 14.47 per cent on the news of the debt deal.

“There remains the potential for this deal to fall apart in the medium term as there are a lot of moving parts and it is a long way away from the permanent fix that the IMF had been insisting upon,” said Gary Jenkins, managing director of Swordfish Research.

“It is just one more big kick of the can down the road.”

For three years, Greece has been struggling to convince markets as well as its creditors that it can get a grip on its public finances, which had spiraled out of control.

The country is predicted to enter its sixth year of recession and is weighed down by an unemployment rate of 25 per cent.

The so-called troika of the European Central Bank, IMF and the European Commission has twice agreed to bail out Greece, pledging a total of C240 billion in rescue loans — of which the country has received about C150 billion so far.

Canada’s economic expansion is continuing, but governments should be prepared to respond to possible foreign and domestic shocks that could send the recovery off track, a leading global organization warns.

The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development gives mostly a passing grade to Canada’s economy in a new outlook Tuesday, despite noting growth has been soft in the second half of 2012 and will remain so until mid-2013.

However, it warns Canada is not out of the woods yet. Beside the usual risks from Europe and elsewhere, the OECD says the domestic economy has become somewhat unbalanced since the 2008-09 recession.

The two big domestic risks, the OECD says, are the record level of debt Canadian families hold and their dependence on house prices remaining firm.

“Continuing high household debt levels could lead to a sharp deceleration in household spending, while a sudden weakening of the housing market could have sizable negative spillover effects,” the OECD says.

Should the risks materialize, or Canada be hit from an outside shock, policy-makers should respond by increasing government spending if necessary, it said.

“Federal and provincial budget consolidation is needed and welcome, but if new shocks were to weaken underlying growth materially, the pace of debt reduction should be slowed,” the OECD recommends.

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Corporate profits up in Q3: $72-billion OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says corporations earned $72.2 billion in operating profits in the third quarter, up 3.7 per cent from the previous quarter.

The increase during the July to September period follows a 7.0 per cent decrease in the second quarter.

The agency says operating profits increased in 14 of 22 industries, with manufacturing leading the overall rise, accounting for nearly 30 per cent of the $2.6 billion rise in operating profits over the second quarter. On a year-over-year basis, operating profits for corporations were 3.1 per cent higher in the third quarter.

On that basis, profits fell 2.5 per cent in the non-financial sector, while they rose 22.7 per cent in the financial sector.

Apple to start selling new, slimmer iMacs CUPERTINO, Calif. — Apple says the smaller version of its new, slimmed-down iMac desktop computers will go on sale Friday.

It will also start taking orders for the larger model, but the units won’t ship until next month. The model with the 21.5-inch (54.6-centimetre) screen will cost $1,299 and up, depending on the configuration. The model with a 27-inch (68.5-centimetre) screen will start at $1,799. The iMac tacks the computer components to the back of a large LCD screen. The new models have no disk drive, helping make the edges one-fifth the thickness of the old model. They bulge considerably toward the middle of the back, however.

Apple revealed the new models a month ago.

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Jim Bauer, right, of Anchor JB Ranch Ltd. at Acme, and his friend Ian Murray set up their booth at the the Western Canadian Grazing Conference and Trade Show that kicked off Tuesday evening at the Sheraton Red Deer Hotel. The conference runs through Thursday, with speakers and panel discussions on a variety of grazing topics.

Debt relief delivered to Greece

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS ATHENS — European and global financial leaders have agreed to release C44 billion ($57 billion) in critical loans to Greece and provide billions in additional debt relief in order to help the country stabilize its ailing economy.

After three weeks of negotiations, Greece’s euro partners and the International Monetary Fund agreed early Tuesday morning to release the loans in four installments beginning next month.

The leaders also settled on a raft of measures — including a debt buyback program and an interest rate cut on loans — that will reduce the country’s debts by about C40 billion.

Greek Prime Minister Antonis Samaras hailed the agreement in Brussels as a victory that heralds “a new day for all Greeks.” But the country will still face years of economic pain as austerity measures agreed to as part of the bailout package are implemented.

Most stock markets in Europe were modestly higher on the news out of Brussels with the Stoxx 50 index of leading European shares closing up 0.2 per cent.

Meanwhile the euro gave up earlier gains to

HONEYBEE ART STUDIO

Passion for art, kids in one place

BY HARLEY RICHARDS ADVOCATE BUSINESS EDITOR A local mother has combined her passion for art and commitment to children into a neat, 630-square-foot package.

Ashley Skjaveland recently opened Honeybee Art Studio in downtown Red Deer.

There, parents and children can work on art projects from watercolour paintings to elaborate crafts.

A professional photographer with three young daughters, Skjaveland has long used art to help her children express themselves.

She believes there are advantages to creating alongside your children, instead of leaving them alone with paper and crayons at the kitchen table.

“It’s a really important process for children to see their parents engaged in the same sort of activity as they’re doing. To have that interaction and connection is really a phenomenal thing.”

Honeybee Art Studio, said Skjaveland, involves more than “just come and do art and leave.”

She plans to offer a variety of artistic media, including acrylics and charcoal.

“Watercolour painting is going to be a staple that will always be here, because I think it’s a really fabulous medium for all

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Art teacher Ashley Skjaveland works in her studio with her three year old daughter Ever.

Skjaveland has opened her studio at 4909 48 Street in Red Deer and is now open for dropin clientele 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday. ages.”

Handcrafts will also be available, with hand-warmers and dream pillows among the options available in the weeks leading up to Christmas.

Customers pay by the project, with prices starting at about $12. Skjaveland supplies all the materials, with these of artist quality.

She also provides complimentary loose teas, coffees and juices.

Skjaveland came up with the idea for Honeybee Art Studio about two years ago, but it wasn’t until this past spring that the

busy mother and businesswoman began planning in earnest. She modified her photography studio to accommodate the new venture, and opened quietly on Nov. 10.

“It’s a cozy setting,” she said, describing how pillows and cushions are scattered about, and small wooden tables provide parents and children with the option of working on their own or in a group with others.

Currently, Skjaveland is operating the art studio on a drop-in basis.

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Don’t join the ‘planning to fail’ club

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Where do you want your business to be in five years? What are your one-year goals? Have you scheduled key strategies and KPIs for the upcoming quarter?

If you can’t answer these questions, then you may be member of the “not planning to fail, but failing to plan” club.

Experience and best practices have proven that thinking ahead by a minimum of three years is necessary in order to focus your busi-

ness over the next 12 months, and more specifically, in the upcoming 90 days.

Many ideas may be doable, but can be short-sighted without considering the bigger picture. A multi-year plan will identify critical issues and help you address the key areas that require focus, energy and action.

Begin by writing down what your vision for the business would look like in three to five years. Develop

an organization chart that reflects your anticipated staffing needs.

What infrastructure changes will be needed in order to support growth? Will you have to consider a move to a larger site to accommodate the staff you expect to employ and the products you anticipate you will sell?

What revenue and profits do you expect?

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STUDIO: Raisin profile is next challenge She plans to fine-tune her programming in the new year, hopefully with scheduled gatherings for specific age groups and interests.

“I want to hear what parents have to say. Then I can start to customize what I offer.”

Private bookings for events like birthday parties are accepted.

So far, Skjaveland’s young clientele have ranged from two to eight, but she welcomes older youths as well.

The challenge now is to raise the profile of her new business. She’s hoping word-of-mouth promotion will draw customers.

That approach worked well for Ashley Skjaveland Photography, which specializes in newborns, babies and children.

That photography business been operating for more than six years and will continue alongside Honeybee Art Studio.

Honeybee Art Studio is open Tuesday through Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Its website can be found online at ilovehoneybee.com. hrichards@reddeeradvocate.com

VISION: Success

In return for its bailout loans, Greece has had to impose several rounds of austerity measures and submit its economy to scrutiny.

Without the bailout money, the country would be facing bankruptcy and a possible forced exit from the 17-country eurozone. This would have potentially chaotic repercussions for the world economy.

Nonetheless, the spending cuts and reforms insisted on by the troika have been painful. Ordinary Greeks are struggling to make ends meet as wages have been cut and taxes increased.

The country is routinely shut down as strike after strike is called in protest of yet more austerity. Meanwhile, extreme political views on both the left and right are enjoying increased popularity.

The eurogroup and IMF agreed to release in December C34.4 billion in loans originally scheduled for June.

The remainder will be issued in three installments in the first quarter of 2013.

The money will be used to help recapitalize Greece’s struggling banking industry and pay back suppliers, including its pharmacists which have gone for months without any payment from the Greek state welfare system.

Greek Finance Minister Yannis Stournaras said the deal was “very important for it keeps Greece in the euro, offers it a significant opportunity to exit the vicious cycle of recession and over-indebtedness, and contributes to its debt reduction.”

But Germany’s finance minister, Wolfgang Schaeuble, warned that Greece still has to stick to its side of the bargain for the bailout loans and debt relief to work.

“We can do what we want, from the IMF to the eurogroup, if Greece itself doesn’t implement the necessary, difficult reforms and adjustment measures step by step, then it’s a mission impossible,” he told reporters in Berlin.

The meeting in Brussels was the third time in the three weeks that eurozone finance ministers had tried to hammer out a deal on the next installment of bailout money for Greece.

BANK: May need to raise rates As things stand, the organization said the Bank of Canada may need to start raising interest rates from near record lows by the latter half of 2013.

The report was written before the announcement Monday by Mark Carney that he was leaving his post as governor of the central bank next June for the top job at the Bank of England.

Scotiabank economist Derek Holt says the move makes it more likely the Bank of Canada will become hesitant to change course during the transition period.

“The Bank of Canada has a very strong team, but it is difficult to imagine a bias change amid leadership uncertainty and in the early going for Carney’s successor,” Holt said in a note to clients Tuesday morning.

“This is a further factor in favour of our view that the BoC will remain on hold until 2014 with the bigger risk being later rather than sooner as housing comes off the boil and the trade picture remains under pressure.”

Overall, the OECD projects Canada’s economy will grow by 1.5 per cent in the final three months of this year and advance only 1.8 per cent in 2013.

Next year’s projection is half a point below the Bank of Canada’s official forecast, although the two institutions agree that 2014 will see an improvement to 2.4 per cent growth.

Mostly, the report mirrors assumptions of the Bank of Canada in its last policy review in October in putting most of the blame on Canada’s snailpaced economy on the export front, with soft demand outside Canada, low commodity prices and the high dollar undermining activity and corporate profits. “(Export) activity moderated in the second half of 2012 to below the estimated potential growth rate,” the OECD said.

“This reflected a softening of commodity prices, which curtailed profits and investments in the fast-growing resource sectors.”

Last week, Finance Minister Jim Flaherty cited lower commodity prices for taking some of the air out of tax revenues, delaying Ottawa’s return to balance budgets by a year.

Since then, however, both Flaherty and Prime Minister Stephen Harper have said the government can still eliminate the deficit by 2015-16, barring any unforeseen shocks that throw Ottawa’s best estimates off course.

Despite the diminished expectations, Canada’s expected growth rates remain above the average of the 34 countries measured by the OECD, which includes most of the industrialized world.

China and India are not part of the grouping.

The report’s outlook for the world is decidedly bleaker than for Canada, pointing out that after five years of crisis the global economy is again weakening and risks proliferate.

“The risk of a new major contraction cannot be ruled out,” said Pier Carlo Padoan, the OECD’s chief economist, citing the ongoing recession in the euro area, a below-par economy in the U.S. and a slowdown in many emerging markets.

Referring to the problems in Europe, he said it is “not difficult to imagine a situation in which something goes wrong.”

BUT FISCAL CLIFF THREATENS GAINS

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON — American consumers are growing more confident about the job market, companies are ordering more equipment and home prices are rising in most major cities.

The latest batch of government data suggests that the economy is improving just as the holiday shopping season begins.

The only threat is a package of huge spending cuts and tax increases that will kick in unless Congress strikes a budget deal by year’s end.

Rising home values, more hiring and lower gas prices pushed consumer confidence in November to the highest level in nearly five years. And steady consumer spending appears to have encouraged businesses to invest more in October after pulling back over the summer.

Those trends could boost economic growth slightly in the final three months of the year.

But the real payoff could come early next year — if the automatic tax increases and spending cuts known as the “fiscal cliff” can be averted.

Businesses that have postponed expansion plans could move forward with projects. That could lead to more hiring.

“Right now, households don’t seem to be letting the fiscal threat control their urge to spend,” said Joel Naroff, president of Naroff Economic Advisors.

“The first weekend of holiday sales was great, vehicle sales are holding up and housing is strong.”

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IROC, which is headquartered in Red Deer, had revenues of $24.9 million for the three months ended Sept.

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However, its earnings — which reflected continuing operations only — were actually down 30 per cent from the $4.3 million earned in the third quarter of 2011.

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The company said in a release that

Reports Tuesday showed: ● The Conference Board’s consumer confidence index rose to 73.7 in November from 73.1 in October. Both are the best readings since February 2008. The index is still below 90, the level that is consistent with a healthy economy. It last reached that point in December 2007, the first month of the Great Recession. But the index has increased from the all-time low of 25.3 touched in February 2009. ● The Standard & Poor’s/Case-Shiller 20-city index of home prices rose 3 per cent in September compared with the same month last year. Prices also gained 3.6 per cent in the July-September quarter compared with the same quarter in 2011. Prices increased in 18 of 20 cities over the 12-month period. ● Companies ordered more industrial machinery and other large equipment in October. Orders for core capital goods, considered a proxy for business investment, rose 1.7 per cent in October, the Commerce Department said. That’s the largest increase since May and it follows sharp declines over the summer.

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Once you’ve developed this new vision for your business, develop a similar picture of what your personal life will look like when your company reaches its potential. What does success feel like and how will it influence your family?

This picture attaches emotion to your vision. Very few goals are reached without some level of emotion.

What do you have to accomplish in the next year to take the next step to ensure long-range success? Remember, progress will not be linear. The first year sets the foundation; the second and third years should accelerate growth.

Then review your current vision and mission documents to see if they are still relevant.

Do you have a USP (unique selling proposition) and a solid guarantee?

Did you accomplish your goals over the past year? Are there goals that you need to carry forward, or discard completely?

You should be able to answer the following five key questions. ● What are my revenue goals for the upcoming year? ● How will I retain my existing clients? I recommend reading the book Raving Fans. This is an excellent book that teaches how to not only hold onto clients, but to make them raving fans of your business. Learn about the loyalty ladder and how to move your clients up the ladder until they become “raving fans.” ● How will I attract new clients?

Break this into two areas; attracting prospects, and converting them to clients.

When you focus on attracting prospects (marketing), consider several strategies such as strategic alliances, host beneficiaries and referral programs. Test and measure to determine what works, then repeat those that get the desired results.

Focus on converting prospects to clients (sales). Define your uniqueness and include a meaningful written guarantee.

Document your sales process for consistency, print a benefits list and educate on value, not price. Several strategies will involve your team, such as a product and sales training, and setting individual and team goals (with bonuses). ● How will I control costs and maintain my margins? Be proactive with you financial/tax planning. Establish some strategies for team incentives based on margin goals.

Ensure you’re paying for marketing that works. Some companies now sell products over the Internet.

Rate your clients A, B, C and D. Fire your D clients, the ones that chronically pay 60 to 90 days late and the whiners that take an extraordinary amount of staff time.

You’ll be surprised how quickly you will replace Ds with better clients, plus retain staff. ● How will I retain staff while controlling costs? Start by analyzing what you, as owner and leader, need to do.

What do you need to improve: leadership skills, financial literacy, time management?

Get your team involved; they can contribute insight and ideas. Increase product and other types of training for staff.

Keep staff in the loop.

Have regular meetings with defined agendas.

After you have answered these five questions create SMART (specific, measured, achievable, reasonable and time-oriented) goals for each area.

You must include the activities you need to complete in order to meet each goal.

Assign and schedule activities to the appropriate people, including you.

Completed activities add up to completed goals.

You’re now ready to develop your first 90-day plan. Completing and adhering to a 90-day plan takes practice, but will increase your success in the short term and long term.

So, “plan your work and work your plan.”

ActionCoach is written by John MacKenzie of ActionCoach, which helps small- to medium-sized businesses and other organizations. He can be contacted at johnmackenzie@actioncoach.com or by phone at 403-340-0880.

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Diversified and Industrials Agrium Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . 99.60 ATCO Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . 75.70 BCE Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42.02 Bombardier . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.37 Brookfield . . . . . . . . . . . . 34.01 Cdn. National Railway . . 88.00 Cdn. Pacific Railway. . . . 92.05 Cdn. Satellite . . . . . . . . . . 5.88 Cdn. Utilities . . . . . . . . . . 66.00 Capital Power Corp . . . . 22.19 Cervus Equipment Corp 18.10 Dow Chemical . . . . . . . . 29.71 Enbridge Inc. . . . . . . . . . 39.48 Finning Intl. Inc. . . . . . . . 22.80 Fortis Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 33.12 General Motors Co. . . . . 25.01 Parkland Fuel Corp. . . . . 17.65 Research in Motion. . . . . 10.70 SNC Lavalin Group. . . . . 40.91 Stantec Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 36.50 Telus Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00 Transalta Corp.. . . . . . . . 15.42 Transcanada. . . . . . . . . . 45.13 Consumer Brick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.31 Canadian Tire . . . . . . . . . 67.01 Gamehost . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.52 Loblaw Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . 33.37 Maple Leaf Foods. . . . . . 11.01 Rona Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.76 Shoppers . . . . . . . . . . . . 41.32 Tim Hortons . . . . . . . . . . 46.40 Wal-Mart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69.50 WestJet Airlines . . . . . . . 18.93 Mining Barrick Gold . . . . . . . . . . 34.40 Cameco Corp. . . . . . . . . 17.53 First Quantum Minerals . 21.14 Goldcorp Inc. . . . . . . . . . 38.95 Hudbay Minerals. . . . . . . . 9.35 Inmet Corp.. . . . . . . . . . . 52.80 Kinross Gold Corp. . . . . . 10.19 Potash Corp.. . . . . . . . . . 38.18 Sherritt Intl. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.95 Teck Resources . . . . . . . 32.27

Energy Arc Energy . . . . . . . . . . . 24.42 Badger Daylighting Ltd. . 28.86 Baker Hughes. . . . . . . . . 41.62 Bonavista . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.16 Bonterra Energy . . . . . . . 41.50 Cdn. Nat. Res. . . . . . . . . 27.92 Cdn. Oil Sands Ltd. . . . . 19.99 Canyon Services Group. 10.00 Cenovous Energy Inc. . . 32.55 CWC Well Services . . . . 0.690 Encana Corp. . . . . . . . . . 20.98 Essential Energy. . . . . . . . 1.95 Exxon Mobil . . . . . . . . . . 87.35 Halliburton Co. . . . . . . . . 32.04 High Arctic . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.88 Husky Energy . . . . . . . . . 27.15 Imperial Oil . . . . . . . . . . . 42.51 IROC Services . . . . . . . . . 2.41 Nexen Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.10 Pengrowth Energy . . . . . . 5.02 Penn West Energy . . . . . 10.66 Pinecrest Energy Inc. . . . . 1.66 Precision Drilling Corp . . . 6.92 Suncor Energy . . . . . . . . 32.89 Talisman Energy . . . . . . . 11.48 Trican Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . 11.73 Trinidad Energy . . . . . . . . 6.77 Vermilion Energy . . . . . . 48.99

MARKETS CLOSE TORONTO — The Toronto stock market closed lower Tuesday as positive economic data was trumped by growing uncertainty surrounding negotiations aimed at steering the U.S. economy away from a fiscal crisis at the end of next month.

The S&P/TSX composite index moved 73.42 points lower to 12,111.63.

The TSX Venture Exchange was down 19.58 points to 1,206.17.

The Canadian dollar declined 0.09 of a cent to 100.53 cents US. U.S. indexes were also lacklustre despite a string of positive data and relief that eurozone officials have agreed on getting the next instalment of crucial bailout money to Greece.

The Dow Jones industrials gave back 89.24 points to 12,878.13 with fiscal cliff worries picking up during the afternoon after Senate Majority leader Harry Reid lamented there has been “little progress” made in talks about resolving the imposition of tax increases and spending cuts at the end of the year.

The Nasdaq composite index was down 8.99 points at 2,967.79 and the S&P 500 index fell 7.35 points at 1,398.94.

Economists say the combination of tax increases and spending cuts would represent a shock sufficient to send the U.S. back into recession.

“Overall, people are just risk averse — until we get some sort of a deal it’s probably going to stay this way,” said Ian Nakamoto, director of research at MacDougall, MacDougall and MacTier.

“The longer we wait, the more uncertainty this means.

Businesses clamp down, they don’t expand, they don’t hire.”

The U.S. Commerce Department says that orders for core capital goods, which are considered a proxy for business investment, rose 1.7 per cent in October, the largest amount in five months. Orders in this category had slowed beginning in the spring, acting as a drag on overall economic growth.

Total orders for durable goods were unchanged in October against a 0.4 per cent drop that economists had expected.

Also, there was more evidence of a housing recovery as Standard & Poor’s/Case-Shiller reported that home prices increased in September in most major U.S. cities.

And U.S. consumer confidence rose this month to its highest level in almost five years, pushed up by steady improvement in hiring. The Conference Board says its consumer confidence index rose to 73.7 in November from 73.1 in October.

Both are the best readings since February 2008.

The gold sector was down about 2.4 cent as commodities shed early gains and the December bullion contract on the New York Mercantile Exchange declined $7.30 to US$1,742.30 an ounce. Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G) faded $1.83 to C$38.95 while Agnico Eagle Mines (TSX:AEM) fell $1.87 to $55.02.

The energy sector was down 1.05 per cent as the January crude contract on the New York Mercantile Exchange moved down 56 cents to US$87.18 a barrel. Talisman Energy (TSX:TLM) slipped 17 cents to C$11.48 and Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) was 46 cents lower to $27.92.

The mining sector was off 0.76 per cent with December copper unchanged at US$3.54 a pound. First Quantum Minerals (TSX:FM) declined 32 cents to C$21.14 and Major Drilling Group (TSX:MDI) fell 36 cents to $9 as the company reported lower earnings and revenue for the latest quarter. It also noted that “many mining companies did not extend their activities be-

yond their original budgets.” It also warned of weakness in the third quarter, which is seasonally the weakest of the year.

Weakness was offset somewhat by a gain of eight per cent in Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) shares to $3.37.

The transport giant announced what it calls the biggest sale of business aircraft in its history — a firm order by charter company VistaJet for 56 Bombardier Global jets valued at $3.1 billion along with options for 86 others. The deal could potentially be worth up to $7.8 billion if all options are exercised.

Meanwhile, Research in Motion Ltd. (TSX:RIM) (NASDAQ:RIMM) stock moved down 10 per cent to $10.70 on heavy volume of 104 million shares after soaring more than 25 per cent over the previous six sessions. The latest smartphone sales data from Kantar Worldpanel ComTech showed BlackBerry market share in the U.S. has fallen to 1.6 per cent in the 12-week period ending Oct. 28, compared to 8.5 per cent in the three-months ended last October.

RIM had found lift from a variety of analyst upgrades amid optimism about the launch of its new BlackBerry 10 operating system, which will be unveiled at a Jan. 30 event along with its new line of smartphones.

It’s viewed as a make-or-break product launch for Research In Motion.

Meanwhile, after three weeks of negotiations, Greece’s euro partners and the International Monetary Fund agreed early Tuesday to release loan payments totalling C44 billion and introduce a series of measures designed to reduce the country’s massive debts to a more manageable level within a decade.

These include reducing the interest rates Greece has to pay on the loans and a still-vague bond buyback program.

Without the bailout money, the country would be facing bankruptcy together with a possible exit from the 17-country eurozone, with potentially chaotic repercussions for the world economy.

Traders also digested a new forecast warning the world’s economic recovery will be “hesitant and uneven” next year. The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development adds that the 17-country eurozone is expected to struggle further next year despite recent positive steps to stabilize its government debt crisis.

It forecasts a 0.4 per cent contraction this year in the eurozone and a 0.1 per cent fall next year.

Financials Bank of Montreal . . . . . . 59.10 Bank of N.S. . . . . . . . . . . 54.50 CIBC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79.64 Cdn. Western . . . . . . . . . 28.72 Carefusion . . . . . . . . . . . 27.77 Great West Life. . . . . . . . 23.40 IGM Financial . . . . . . . . . 39.90 Intact Financial Corp. . . . 62.96 Manulife Corp. . . . . . . . . 12.49 National Bank . . . . . . . . . 76.77 Rifco Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65 Royal Bank . . . . . . . . . . . 58.03 Sun Life Fin. Inc.. . . . . . . 26.57 TD Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81.46

ICE FUTURES CANADA WINNIPEG — Closing prices: Canola: Jan ’13 $9.60 higher $592.00; March ’13 $9.80 higher $591.40; May ’13 $9.20 higher $590.70; July ’13 $9.00 higher $588.00; Nov. ’13 $10.00 higher $542.00; Jan. ’14 $10.00 higher $544.70; March ’14 $10.00 higher $545.00; May ’14 $10.00 higher $545.00; July ’14 $10.00 higher $545.00; Nov. ’14 $10.00 higher $545.00; Jan ’15 $10.00 higher $545.00.

Barley (Western): Dec. ’12 $5.00 lower $245.00; March ’13 $5.00 lower $248.00; May ’13 $5.00 lower $249.00; July ’13 $5.00 lower $249.50; Oct. ’13 $5.00 lower $249.50; Dec ’13 $5.00 lower $249.50; March ’14 $5.00 lower $249.50; May ’14 $5.00 lower $249.50; July ’14 $5.00 lower $249.50; Oct. ’14 $5.00 lower $249.50; Dec. ’14 $5.00 lower $249.50.

Tuesday’s estimated volume of trade: 250,680 tonnes of canola; 0 tonnes of barley (Western Barley) Total: 250,680.

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Forestry companies have profitable quarter Alberta’s forestry sector relied on strong lumber and panelboard prices to build a profitable quarter.

The Alberta Forest Products Association said the combined values of lumber, panelboard, and pulp and paper manufactured by its member companies during the three months ended Sept. 30 totaled $615 million.

That was up $66 million or 12 per cent from the same period last year, and $33 million or six per cent from the second quarter of 2012.

“These numbers are great news for communities in Alberta that depend on the forest industry,” said AFPA president and CEO

Brady Whittaker in a news release. “The industry is in a healthy and sustainable position.”

On a product-by-product basis, lumber posted the greatest gain.

The 763 million board feet produced in the third quarter by AFPA members, including secondary manufacturers, marked a six per cent increase from the third quarter of 2011.

But with prices up sharply, the total value of lumber products sold hit $248 million — a $75 million or 43 per cent jump from the previous year.

In the case of panelboard, production hit 265 million square feet in the third quarter of 2012.

That was down three per cent

from the same period in 2011, but higher prices allowed sales values to jump $24 million, or 36 per cent, to $92 million.

Pulp and paper was the one area that experienced reduced values in the third quarter.

Total production of 393,800 metric tonnes was up four per cent from a year earlier, but softer prices resulted in values slipping by $33 million, or 11 per cent, to $275 million.

The Alberta Forest Products Association represents lumber, panelboard, pulp and paper, and secondary manufacturing wood products companies operating in Alberta.

CNOOC, Nexen resubmit takeover proposal

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS CALGARY — Calgary’s Nexen Inc. and the Chinese state-owned company seeking to buy it have withdrawn and resubmitted a notice about the proposed $15-billion acquisition to the U.S. Committee on Foreign Investment.

Nexen said Tuesday that the company and its bidder, China National Offshore Oil Co., did so under “mutual agreement” with the committee.

“Discussions with CFIUS continue, with a view to completing the CFIUS review process as expeditiously as possible,” Nexen said in a brief statement.

Although Nexen (TSX:NXY) is based in Canada, it has offshore holdings in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico and CNOOC said the deal requires approval from regulators in the U.S. U.S. politicians on both sides of the aisle have cautioned Ottawa against turning over natural resources to a Chinese state-owned company.

Critics fear that CNOOC may answer more to Beijing than it does to the market.

Industry Minister Christian Paradis is in the midst of deciding whether the deal would be of net benefit to Canada.

The review period, which has

been extended twice so far, is to end on Dec. 10, though it can be extended again with CNOOC’s consent.

The Conservative government has said it will clarify its foreign investment guidelines shortly.

In an apparent bid to ease Ottawa’s concerns, CNOOC has pledged to keep the head office in Calgary, seek a listing on the Toronto Stock Exchange and place some $8 billion of its assets under the control of Nexen’s management in Canada.

It has also promised to carry on Nexen’s social responsibility programs in Canada and around the world.

RIM shares down 10% amid BlackBerry’s loss in market share in key U.S. market THE CANADIAN PRESS WATERLOO, Ont. — Research In Motion shares took a substantial step back Tuesday from recent gains, closing down 10 per cent amid a report that BlackBerry’s share of the U.S. market has fallen to just two per cent.

Shares in the Waterloo, Ont.,-based tech company closed down $1.20 to $10.70 in heavy trading of 10.4 million shares on the Toronto Stock Exchange.

Until Tuesday, the stock had risen about 50 per cent in November as several analysts upgraded their views of the company after it set a firm launch date for its upcoming BlackBerry device.

But the latest smartphone sales data from Kantar Worldpanel ComTech showed BlackBerry market share in the U.S has fallen to 1.6 per cent in the 12-week period ending Oct. 28.

That’s compared to 8.5 per cent in the threemonths ended last October.

The loss came as Apple’s iPhone made a 25.7 per cent gain, now capturing 22.4 per cent of the crucial consumer market. The iPhone’s gain also came at the expense of Android phones, whose market share fell 16.6 per cent to 46.7 per cent of the market.

Apple launched its hotly anticipated iPhone 5 in September, on the same day BlackBerry users in Europe, the Middle East and Africa experienced a massive outage.

The research firm

said six per cent of iPhone 5 sales came from former BlackBerry users switching devices.

RIM has under 10 per cent of market share in the tech-savvy North American market.

Its new operating system, expected to better

browse the web and be app friendly, is considered a make-or-break product for RIM. Its market share also fell in other countries studied in the report. It was down 11.1 per cent in the U.K., nine per cent in France, 20.3 per cent

in Spain and six per cent in Brazil. There was no data on market share in Canada.

RIM is scheduled to release its next financial report on Dec. 20, for the fiscal third quarter ending on Dec. 1.

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Raptors blasted by Rockets HARDEN SCORES 24 AS ROCKETS TOO MUCH TO HANDLE FOR RAPTORS PATRIK BARTOSAK

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

BARTOSAK NAMED CHL GOALIE OF THE WEEK

Rockets 117 Raptors 101 HOUSTON — The Houston Rockets took care of Toronto, then looked ahead to a long, emotional Wednesday.

James Harden scored 24 points and matched a career high with 12 assists to lead Houston over the Raptors 117101 on Tuesday night. Patrick Patterson added 22 points for the Rockets, who have won four in a row. Omer Asik had 13 points and 18 rebounds, his seventh double-double of the season.

Now comes the hard part.

The Rockets planned to fly to Minneapolis immediately after the game to attend Wednesday’s memorial service for Sasha McHale, the 23-year-old daughter of coach Kevin McHale.

Sasha McHale died on Saturday from complications of lupus.

The team will then fly from Minneapolis to Oklahoma City to face the Thunder on Wednesday night.

“I think we’re strong enough to get through it,” Harden said. “We’ve got to be there for Coach. He’s going through a lot right now. Our biggest thing is just supporting him, and making sure we comfort him.”

It was going to be an emotional day for Harden anyway.

The reigning Sixth Man of the Year will return to Oklahoma City for the first time since he was traded to Houston on Oct. 27.

“It’ll be good to see some faces, some old teammates and coaches,” Harden said. “I look forward to every game I play.

It’s another game.”

Andrea Bargnani scored 21 points and Terrence Ross added a career-high 19 for the Raptors, who have lost five straight.

The Rockets scored 27 points off 16 Toronto turnovers.

Red Deer Rebels netminder Patrik Bartosak is the finest in the land, or at least he was for the week ending Nov. 25.

Bartosak was named the Canadian Hockey League goaltender of the week on Tuesday, an award that recognized his stellar stretch in which he led the Rebels to three straight victories while allowing just two goals on 110 shots.

His goals-against average during the three-game run was a miniscule 0.63 and his save percentage was a soaring .982.

Bartosak, a 19-yearold from Koprivnice, Czech Republic, is in his second season with the Rebels and currently holds a 13-7-1-0 record with a GAA of 2.35 and league-high save percentage of .933.

Thursday

● College women’s hockey: NAIT at RDC, 7 p.m., Arena. ● Peewee AA hockey: Red Deer Parkland at Lacombe, 7 p.m. ● Men’s basketball: Carstar vs. Tiffany’s Fatboys, Investors Group vs. Rusty Chuckers, 7:15 and 8:30 p.m., Lindsay Thurber.

Friday

● College basketball: King’s at RDC, women at 6 p.m., men to follow. ● WHL: Medicine Hat at Red Deer, 7:30 p.m., Centrium. ● Heritage junior B hockey: Mountainview at Stettler, 7:45 p.m. ● Midget AAA hockey: Edmonton Maple Leafs at Red Deer, 8 p.m., Arena. ● Major bantam hockey: Grande Prairie at Red Deer White, 8 p.m., Collicutt Centre. ● Midget AA hockey: Innisfail at Red Deer Pro Stitch, 8 p.m., Kin City A. ● Chinook senior hockey: Sylvan Lake at Innisfail, 8:30 p.m.

Saturday

● Bantam AA hockey: Red Deer Steel Kings at Red Deer Ramada, 12:30 p.m., Kin City A. ● Peewee AA hockey: Wheatland at Red Deer TBS, 12:45 p.m., Collicutt Centre. ● Minor midget AAA hockey: Calgary Gold at Red Deer Northstar, 2 p.m., Arena; Airdrie/ Cochrane at Red Deer IROC, 4:45 p.m., Arena. ● WHL: Saskatoon at Red Deer, 7:30 p.m., Centrium. ● Heritage junior B hockey: Okotoks at Red Deer, 8 p.m., Arena; Banff at Ponoka, 8 p.m.; Airdrie at Three Hills, 8 p.m. ● Midget AA hockey: Red Deer Elks at Innisfail, 8 p.m.

Sunday

● Major bantam hockey: Grande Prairie at Red Deer Black, noon, Arena.

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Houston Rockets’ Jeremy Lin drives to the basket past Toronto Raptors’ Jonas Valanciunas for a layup in an NBA basketball game Tuesday, in Houston. Houston won 117-101.

“Houston outran us down the floor and our turnovers killed us,” Raptors coach Dwane Casey said. “Houston shot the heck out of the ball, but we caused some of that by our turnovers.”

Jeremy Lin had 16 points and 10 assists for Houston. Lin went 7 for 9 from the field, his best shooting game of the season.

He was 6 for 12 from the field in Friday night’s win over New York, and interim coach Kelvin Sampson thinks Lin may have finally found his touch after struggling early this season.

“This is the best game Jeremy has played, no question,” Sampson said. “I thought he got his swagger back against New York. He’s been working hard with his shooting.”

Lin swished a 3-pointer and finished a fast break with a jumper from the wing in the opening 6 minutes.

Bargnani kept Toronto close for a while, starting 7 for 9 from the field and hitting three 3-pointers in the first half. The Rockets shot 51 per cent (26 of 51) in the half and led 61-51 at the break, even though their minds were on McHale’s tragedy.

“Right now, it’s an emotional time for the whole team,” Lin said. “We’re missing our leader.

Right now, we’re just focused on coming out and playing the way we’re supposed to play. Hopefully, when he is watching, he can be proud of us.”

Chandler Parsons, who scored 18 points, got a text message from McHale after Tuesday’s game that said, “Thank you.”

“So you can tell he is down,” Parsons said. “But just watching us get these wins is helping him and I think that should give us more incentive to keep playing together, keep playing hard and being a product of him.”

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Argos parade Grey Cup through Toronto THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — Chad Owens danced onstage with his young son while Jalil Carter rode shirtless in the back of a pickup truck sipping from a Tim Hortons cup, and Adriano Belli planted a smooch on Toronto’s embattled mayor.

Cornerback Evan McCollough arrived late, running to catch up to the parade at Yonge Street.

The Argonauts and their fans celebrated a rare treat Tuesday — a championship party in their own backyard.

And all the crazy antics culminated with the common refrain of “Repeat!” from a CFL team and its fans that could certainly get used to winning.

“All the ups, the downs, the stretches we went through, when we lost five out of six games, just knowing that we stuck together, persevered through and never lost sight of our dream and our goal and we made it through,” said Owens, the wide receiver who won the league’s

Most Outstanding Player award this season.

“It’s so special. The 100th Grey Cup. In our city. Never going to forget that.”

The Argonauts paraded the venerable trophy through downtown Toronto, arriving at Nathan Phillips Square to a festive lunchtime crowd of several thousand to celebrate Sunday’s 35-22 victory over the Calgary Stampeders in the 100th Grey Cup. Fans — clad in jerseys and tuques in the Argos’ double blue — lined the streets and packed into the square, bouncing up and down top the blaring pop music.

Some blew on horns, others waved Argos flags or white towels in celebration of the team’s first championship since 2004.

“This is awesome,” said quarterback Ricky Ray. “It feels like a oncein-a-lifetime experience.

Not everybody gets to win the Grey Cup, and experience what we got to today, and just to come here and share it with our fans is awesome.”

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Toronto Argonauts Jordan Younger hoists the Grey Cup for fans as he and his teammates take part in a parade celebrating their Grey Cup victory in Toronto on Tuesday. ers came ready to party.

Carter, a rookie defensive back, danced shirtless atop a truck despite the numbing 3 C temperature, hollering at fans “Man, it’s hot out!”

One fan yelled back, about the Tim Hortons he clutched: “Carter, what’s in your cup?”

It was the first championship celebration in Toronto since the Argos

won the Grey Cup eight years ago and will be a shot in the arm for the city’s long-suffering sports fans.

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Ponto getting adjusted to the college game Coming out of Hunting Hills High School lard has asked her to play both the twoTeighan Ponto wasn’t sure what her future guard position and the post. held.

At six-foot and with one of the She was looking at attending best verticals on the team, she DANNY college and while she was refits in at post, but is more comRODE cruited to play basketball, she fortable on the outside. wasn’t sure that’s something she “Really I’m not big enough to wanted to do. play the post as I’m up against During the summer that some big girls,” she said. changed. Ponto decided to accept an offer But on the outside she’s facing some of to attend RDC and play for the Queens, and the premier players in the league. it’s been a move that’s benefitted both par“It’s a lot different at this level as the ties. guards are a lot faster, but I do have my “I realized I wasn’t ready to stop play- quickness, which actually helps me inside ing competitive ball and I’m enjoying it,” as I’m more mobile than some of the post she said. “It’s been a big change from high players. It just takes different skills at the school as every girl here wants to play, two positions.” they’re just not students from school . . . evPonto got into basketball in Grade 8 eryone is competitive.” while at Camille J. Lerouge.

Ponto has adjusted to the speed, size and “It was then I figured out I liked the intensity of the college game and is averag- sport,” said Ponto, who decided to attend ing a respectable 4.13 points per game and Hunting Hills instead of Notre Dame.

3.75 rebounds.

“All my friends were going to the Hills, “It’s taken some time to get used to it, and I liked their team,” she said. but it’s coming,” she said.

Woollard likes what he sees from Ponto.

One of the difficulties in adjusting to the “I’m really happy with what I’ve got college ranks is that head coach Mike Wool- out of Teighan,” he said. “She’s a positive

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young lady who works hard. No matter if she starts, like she did earlier, or comes in off the bench, she has a great attitude and is getting better every day, every week.

“A couple of weeks ago she had a tough weekend, but she Teighan Ponto worked hard and this weekend she got rid of those mistakes. That’s a testament to her work ethic. She’s in the gym a couple of times a week working on some things and it’s starting to show.”

Ponto is one of 12 rookies on the team, so it’s been a slow process for the team, which is 0-8 on the season.

“We’re a whole team of rookies and everyone has their rookie mistakes,” she said.

“It’s a little frustrating and tough to get out of that, but we have to grow up fast.”

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Canadian junior roster not set in stone The loss of defenceman Ryan Murray to shoulder But this year’s lockout might force Canada to resurgery notwithstanding, Canada’s national junior think those rules, at least if it wants to try and send team could, in theory, still ice the most powerful the best team possible to Ufa, having already seen squad next month in Russia it’s been able the impressive quality of the Russian ento cobble together since 2005 in Grand try during the recent CHL Super Series.

Forks, the last time the NHL was locked The primary problem may revolve out. around Edmonton Oilers centre Ryan NuOn the other hand, if the NHL were to gent-Hopkins. strike a deal with the NHL Players AsEven after playing in the NHL last seasociation in the very near future, Team son, RNH is still eligible for the world juCanada would probably be seriously niors. Right now, he and other Oiler prosweakened as top juniors headed to NHL pects are ripping it up with the Oklahoma camps.

City Barons of the AHL, but there seems to Then there’s the in between, the gray be a sense Nugent-Hopkins could be made area. available to Team Canada.

What happens if the Canadian junior However, that might come with a conditeam begins its selection camp Dec. 10 in tion, specifically that if the NHL lockout DAMIEN Calgary, and then the NHL lockout ends? ends before Canada’s first game against COX It could get a little messy.

Germany on Dec. 26th, the Oilers would Normally, at least in recent years, the have the choice of yanking Nugent-Hoprule has been that once a player is loaned kins back for full-time NHL duty. Techto the junior team by his NHL club, he’s nically, Canada would still have time to there from the beginning of camp to the end of the summon a replacement, but it would surely be a tournament. It’s been this way ever since Eric Lin- major distraction. dros, Trevor Kidd and Kimbi Daniels were airlifted Theoretically, Canada could be awfully strong into Germany just a few days before the beginning of down the middle with RNH, Mark Scheifele, Jonthe ‘92 tournament and the result was a disaster. athan Huberdeau and Ryan Strome, not to men-

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tion 17-year-old Nathan MacKinnon of the Halifax Mooseheads. If the NHL were to start up before the selection camp, the guessing is that Nugent-Hopkins, Scheifele, Huberdeau and Strome would be NHL bound, at least temporariliy.

However, if they attend the selection camp, right now the speculation is that all would stay regardless of the NHL labour situations with the exception of Nugent-Hopkins.

So if you’re Kevin Prendergast and Steve Spott, do you take RNH knowing you might lose him on the eve of the tournament, and knowing it could set a precedent for the future?

Or do you forge ahead with the selection camp without him knowing that its possible the NHL might not solve its lockout woes before Dec. 26 and he might have been available all along?

It’s a tricky call, particularly knowing that if special consideration is given to the Oilers in terms of being able to pull Nugent-Hopkins back, it might be difficult to deny the Boston Bruins the same rights with Dougie Hamilton, or Carolina with Ryan Murphy, or the Maple Leafs with Morgan Rielly.

Every time the NHL shuts down there’s the potential of a big upside for Canada’s national junior team. This time, however, it could come with serious complications.

Glenn feels he can still lead a team to the Grey Cup

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS CALGARY — Kevin Glenn would like nothing more than to have another shot at winning a Grey Cup. Whether that’s with the Calgary Stampeders or not remains to be seen, but the 12-year Canadian Football League veteran believes that he still has what it takes to be a starting quarterback in the CFL. “I would be lying if I didn’t say that I think that I’m a starting quarterback in this league,” Glenn said. “I think I am.

If you’re a quarterback and you don’t think that, then something’s wrong.”

Just two days after the Stampeders lost 35-22 to the host Toronto Argonauts in the 100th Grey Cup, Glenn spoke the media at McMahon Stadium for the final time this season.

“It’s been tough, just going back and trying to figure out where it went wrong and how come we’re not celebrating as Grey Cup champs right now,” Glenn said. “You’ve got to give Toronto credit and they were better than us on that day. We couldn’t get into a rhythm.

When we did put drives together, we came out with three points instead of seven.”

With Drew Tate out of the lineup with a fractured bone in his right arm, Glenn guided the Stamps to a 34-29 road win over the defending Grey Cup champion B.C. Lions in the West final on Nov. 18.

“If Kevin wasn’t here, you never know how the season would have went,” said receiver Marquay McDaniel, who was also Glenn’s teammate

CALGARY STAMPEDERS ‘I WOULD BE LYING IF I DIDN’T SAY THAT I THINK THAT I’M A STARTING QUARTERBACK IN THIS LEAGUE.’ — KEVIN GLENN STAMPEDERS QUARTERBACK

in Hamilton. “It’s good to have that veteran guy who’s been playing for a long time with a lot of experience. You definitely need it because you never know what could happen.”

After throwing three touchdown passes against the Lions, Glenn couldn’t duplicate that feat on the CFL’s biggest stage against the Argos.

“I don’t think that takes anything away from the season that we had and us getting to that point,” said Glenn, who completed 14-of-27 passes for 222 yards, no touchdowns and one interception against the Argos. “We’ve just got to come back stronger, tougher and fight for it again next year.”

Still under contract with the Stamps, Glenn said he’s expecting to return to Calgary next season.

“At this point, I leave as a Calgary Stampeder and hopefully come back as a Calgary Stampeder,” he said. “If not, then that’s just the way the business rolls.”

Calgary head coach and general manager John Hufnagel is also counting on Glenn to be back in the fold next year.

“Right now, he’s under contract to come back and I expect Kevin to be at training camp,” Hufnagel said. “A

lot of things can happen, but I have no preconceived thoughts of him being anywhere else except a Stampeder.”

Tate also has no qualms with Glenn returning next season.

“I hope he is back,” said Tate, who missed the majority of the regular season after dislocating his left shoulder during the second game of the season in Toronto against the Argos. “I hope everyone on this team is back.

“It would make us pretty tough, because we’ve got a lot of good guys on this team and a lot of them are really young too. I don’t think the white horse is too worried about anything really.”

After having missed so much time to injury, Tate said he realizes that he’ll have to prove himself all over again starting at training camp.

“We just had the exit meeting and Huf made it pretty clear on how it works,” Tate said. “Win or lose the Grey Cup, we’re still starting at the bottom of the mound on June 1. It doesn’t matter what we did this year, it’s over.

It’s in the past.”

Whether it was Glenn or Tate at the helm of Calgary’s offence, running back Jon Cornish had his best CFL season, so he has no problem with both of them returning.

“If Kevin Glenn returns, in the event Drew can stay healthy, we’ll have a great second option,” said Cornish, who was honoured as the league’s outstanding Canadian prior to the Grey Cup. “Having both of those guys around could only be a benefit to us.”

As a result of the injuries to Tate, rookie quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell spent most of the season backing up Glenn.

“Really, it was just a huge blessing,” said Mitchell, who threw two touchdown passes in the regular season and rushed for five more. “Every break you can get whether it’s mental or actually getting in there and playing is huge.”

With the Argos well in control of Sunday’s championship game, Hufnagel rewarded Mitchell with some playing time in the Grey Cup and the rookie responded by tossing a 12-yard touchdown pass to Maurice Price.

“It just makes you want to go out there and work even harder to where, if I get in that situation again, I can keep doing the same thing,” Mitchell said. “It’s obviously not a good feeling losing it, but to get in there and get some playing time, throw a touchdown to Mo, it’s motivational.”

Mitchell said his plan is to prepare in the off-season to fight for the starting job, but added he’s willing to accept whatever role he’s given.

“Whatever it is coming into training camp, I’ll come out here fighting,” he said. “Whatever they tell me I’m going to be, that’s what I’m going to be. I’ll do my best to help the team in that situation.”

Two major winners say they Bonds, Clemens and Sosa appear won’t contest putter changes on Hall of Fame ballot for first time MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL THE ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK — Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens and Sammy Sosa are set to show up on the Hall of Fame ballot for the first time, and fans will soon find out whether drug allegations block the former stars from reaching baseball’s shrine.

The ballot will be announced Wednesday.

Craig Biggio, Mike Piazza and Curt Schilling are certain to be among the other first-time eligibles. Jack Morris, Jeff Bagwell and Tim Raines are the top holdover candidates.

Longtime members of the Baseball Writers’ Association of America will vote through next month.

The much-awaited results will be announced Jan. 9, with players needing to be listed on 75 per cent of the ballots to gain induction.

The upcoming election is certain to fuel the most polarizing Hall debate since career hits leader Pete Rose’s betting problems put him on baseball’s permanently ineligible list, barring him from the BBWAA

ballot.

Bonds, Clemens and Sosa each posted some of the biggest numbers in the game’s history, but were all tainted by accusations that they used performance-enhancing drugs.

Bonds is baseball’s all-time home runs leader with 762 and won a record seven MVP awards.

Clemens ranks ninth in career wins with 354 and took home a record seven Cy Young Awards. Sosa is eighth on the home run chart with 609.

Fans, players and Hall of Fame members have all chimed in about whether stars who supposedly juiced up during the Steroids Era should make it to Cooperstown.

Many of those opposed say drug cheats should never be afforded baseball’s highest individual honours. Others on the opposite side claim the use of performance-enhancing drugs was pervasive in the 1980s and 1990s, and shouldn’t disqualify candidates.

If recent voting for the Hall is any indication, the odds are solidly stacked against Bonds,

Clemens and Sosa.

Mark McGwire is 10th on the career home run list with 583, but has never received even 24 per cent in his six tries.

Big Mac has admitted using steroids and human growth hormone.

Rafael Palmeiro is among only four players with 500 homers and 3,000 hits, yet has gotten a high of 12.6 per cent in his two years on the ballot. Palmeiro drew a 10day suspension in 2005 after a positive test for performance-enhancing drugs, and said the result was due to a vitamin vial given to him by teammate Miguel Tejada.

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THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — Webb Simpson and Keegan Bradley, two of the major faces in the debate over belly putters, said Tuesday they would not fight a change in the rules if golf’s governing bodies decide to outlaw putters anchored to the body.

That doesn’t mean they’re in favour of a ban.

“I’m obviously not happy with the ruling, but I respect the USGA, and especially Mike Davis,” Bradley said.

“They make the rules, and I’ll adjust appropriately. But I’m going to accept the challenge and hopefully do well when they do ban it.”

Davis, the USGA executive director, and Royal & Ancient chief executive Peter Dawson have scheduled a press conference Wednesday morning to announce their conclusions on the future of long putters. All indications point toward a ban on anchoring the club.

At issue is not the putter itself, but whether it can be anchored to the body, such as the stomach (belly putters) or the chest (long putters).

The long putters have been in vogue for the better part of 25 years, though a recent surge in use got the attention of golf’s two governing bodies. Bradley became the first major champion with a belly putter when he won the PGA Championship last year. Simpson won the U.S. Open using a belly putter, and Ernie Els won the British Open with a belly putter, rallying to beat Adam Scott, who uses a long putter he anchors to the top of his chest.

Guan Tianling, the 14-year-old from China, used a belly putter to win the Asia-Pacific Amateur earlier this month to earn a spot in the Masters.

Dawson spoke in July about looking at the anchored putters as a rules issue instead of an equipment issue. If that’s the case and it is banned, it would not take effect until 2016 because the Rules of Golf are only updated every four years.

While a change would affect players like the recent major champions, Carl Pettersson and Tim Clark, several others are opposed to putters stuck into the body. They argue it takes away nervous hands and allows for a smoother stroke.

Tiger Woods is opposed to long putters, and he stated his argument clearly on Tuesday.

“I just believe that the art of putting is swinging the club and controlling nerves, and having it as a fixed point — as I was saying all year — is something that’s not in the traditions of the game,” Woods said. “We swing all oth-

er 13 clubs. I think the putter should be the same. It should be a swinging motion throughout the entire bag.”

Woods said his biggest concern was not so much the major champions, but junior players.

“There have been some guys who had had success out there, and obviously everyone always copies what we out here, and that’s something that I think for the greater good of the game needs to be adjusted,” he said.

Simpson first switched to a belly putter in 2004 to help with consistency.

He found one in a pro shop, gave it a try and noticed immediate improvement. But for all the attention on belly putters, he said it was the accuracy with his driver that helped him win the U.S. Open at Olympic Club this year.

“My argument the whole time is to change something that drastic, it needs to be based off facts and not what certain people think the tradition of the game looks like,” Simpson said. “But look, I’m not going to be one of those guys that says this is a terrible decision. I’m just saying to make a change this big, show me the facts. And hey, they’re the governing body, so we’ll see what happens.”

Simpson already has been practicing with a conventional putter, preparing for such a ban. He said if there is a ban, he would use the conventional putter at home, and then in pro-am rounds and make the switch when he’s comfortable with it.

“I’m just going to take it one step at a time until my comfort level gets better and better,” Simpson said. “If I feel ready by Hyundai (the start of the 2013 season), I’ll be putting with a short putter. And if I don’t feel ready for two years, I’ll wait.”

Bradley said he would be in no rush to make the change if there is a ban.

Graeme McDowell and Ian Poulter were among those who lined up against anchored putters earlier this month in Australia. McDowell said the rule should have been changed years ago, and that using an anchored putter “takes one extraneous movement out of the putting stroke,” which he feels is an advantage under pressure.

Poulter, as usual, was more blunt.

“Ban it. End of story,” Poulter said.

Steve Stricker, regarded as one of the best putters in golf, has picked up a belly putter to see what the rage was all about. And it concerned him.

“It was pretty scary how fast I picked it up, to tell you the truth,” Stricker said. “I went and anchored it just right below my sternum. It was a little different feel for me, but I got pretty consistent pretty quick with it.”

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Hockey

Basketball

Central Division GP W LOTLSOL Calgary 25 17 5 1 2 Edmonton 25 16 5 2 2 Red Deer 28 15 11 1 1 Lethbridge 29 13 13 1 2 Medicine Hat 28 11 15 2 0 Kootenay 23 7 15 1 0

GF 82 84 73 87 91 60

Bonnyville Drayton Valley Sherwood Park Fort McMurray Lloydminster

Moose Jaw at Victoria, Late

WHL EASTERN CONFERENCE East Division GP W LOTLSOL GF GA Prince Albert 27 18 7 0 2 89 74 Saskatoon 25 12 12 0 1 76 94 Regina 27 11 13 1 2 73 87 Swift Current 27 10 12 3 2 76 77 Moose Jaw 26 8 11 3 4 66 85 Brandon 27 10 14 2 1 80 110

Pt 38 25 25 25 23 23

GA 71 59 80 86 94 80

Pt 37 36 32 29 24 15

WESTERN CONFERENCE B.C. Division GP W LOTLSOL GF GA Kamloops 28 20 6 1 1 105 70 Kelowna 25 15 8 1 1 103 61 Victoria 25 13 12 0 0 74 84 Prince George 25 9 12 1 3 71 94 Vancouver 24 7 17 0 0 69 102

Pt 42 32 26 22 14

U.S. Division GP W LOTLSOL GF GA Pt Portland 25 20 4 1 0 116 53 41 Spokane 25 17 7 1 0 97 71 35 Tri-City 26 16 8 1 1 82 69 34 Seattle 24 11 12 1 0 76 93 23 Everett 28 10 16 0 2 68 104 22 Note: Two points for a team winning in overtime or shootout; the team losing in overtime or shootout receives one which is registered in the OTL or SOL columns.

Monday’s results No Games Scheduled.

Wednesday’s games Swift Current at Brandon, 6 p.m.

Lethbridge at Prince Albert, 7 p.m.

Edmonton at Kootenay, 7 p.m.

Moose Jaw at Vancouver, 8 p.m.

Tri-City at Kelowna, 8:05 p.m.

Tuesday’s results Saskatoon 5 Lethbridge 3 Swift Current 5 Brandon 3 Everett at Seattle, Late

Friday’s games Regina at Prince Albert, 7 p.m.

Spokane at Swift Current, 7 p.m.

Saskatoon at Calgary, 7 p.m.

Kootenay at Edmonton, 7 p.m.

Medicine Hat at Red Deer, 7:30 p.m.

Tri-City at Kamloops, 8 p.m.

Seattle at Portland, 8 p.m.

Victoria at Prince George, 8 p.m.

Moose Jaw at Kelowna, 8:05 p.m.

Vancouver at Everett, 8:35 p.m.

9 10 11 12 17

4 3 4 3 5

81 83 84 75 76

85 69 97 87 113

34 33 30 29 21

Monday’s results No Games Scheduled.

Tuesday’s games Brooks at Calgary Canucks, 7 p.m.

Bonnyville at Spruce Grove, 7 p.m.

Canmore at Calgary Mustangs, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 1 Spokane at Regina, 7 p.m.

Brandon at Swift Current, 7 p.m.

Lethbridge at Medicine Hat, 7:30 p.m.

Saskatoon at Red Deer, 7:30 p.m.

Moose Jaw at Kamloops, 8 p.m.

Victoria at Prince George, 8 p.m.

Tri-City at Vancouver, 8 p.m.

Portland at Everett, 8:05 p.m.

Kelowna at Seattle, 8:05 p.m.

Wednesday’s game Grande Prairie at Drayton Valley, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday’s games Grande Prairie at Lloydminster, 7:30 p.m.

Drumheller at Camrose, 7:30 p.m.

Friday’s games Sherwood Park at Bonnyville, 7 p.m.

Fort McMurray at Okotoks, 7 p.m.

Brooks at Canmore, 7 p.m.

Spruce Grove at Drayton Valley, 7:30 p.m.

Calgary Canucks at Camrose, 7:30 p.m.

Whitecourt at Calgary Mustangs, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 2 Kootenay at Calgary, 2 p.m.

Lethbridge at Edmonton, 4 p.m.

Prince Albert at Regina, 6 p.m.

Brandon at Medicine Hat, 6 p.m.

Kamloops at Seattle, 6:05 p.m.

GA 86 69 107

15 15 13 13 8

South Division GP W L OTL GF GA Pt Brooks 25 24 1 0 123 49 48 Okotoks 28 15 11 2 74 75 32 Camrose 27 14 11 2 77 74 30 Drumheller 26 13 12 1 82 76 27 Olds 29 13 15 1 88 98 27 Cal. Canucks 28 12 15 1 78 92 25 Canmore 26 10 12 4 71 86 24 Cal. Mustangs 30 10 16 4 90 115 24 Note: Two points for a win, one for an overtime loss.

Thursday’s games No Games Scheduled.

AJHL North Division GP W L OTL GF Spruce Grove 30 17 9 4 96 Grand Prairie 26 17 7 2 85 Whitecourt 29 14 8 7 115

28 28 28 28 30

Pt 38 36 35

Saturday, Dec. 1 Olds at Okotoks, 7 p.m.

Fort McMurray at Canmore, 7 p.m.

Sherwood Park at Drayton Valley, 7:30 p.m.

Whitecourt at Drumheller, 7:30 p.m.

Miami Atlanta Charlotte Orlando Washington

Milwaukee Chicago Indiana Detroit Cleveland

Southeast Division W L Pct 10 3 .769 8 4 .667 7 6 .538 5 8 .385 0 12 .000

GB — 1 1/2 3 5 9 1/2

Central Division W L Pct 7 5 .583 6 7 .462 6 8 .429 4 11 .267 3 12 .200

GB — 1 1/2 2 4 1/2 5 1/2

WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W L Pct GB Memphis 10 2 .833 1/2 San Antonio 12 3 .800 — Houston 7 7 .500 4 1/2 Dallas 7 8 .467 5 New Orleans 4 9 .308 7

Oklahoma City Denver Utah Portland Minnesota

Northwest Division W L Pct 11 4 .733 8 7 .533 8 7 .533 6 8 .429 5 7 .417

GB — 3 3 4 1/2 4 1/2

NFL AMERICAN CONFERENCE East W L T Pct PF New England 8 3 0 .727 407 Miami 5 6 0 .455 211 N.Y. Jets 4 7 0 .364 221 Buffalo 4 7 0 .364 243

PA 244 226 290 319

Houston Indianapolis Tennessee Jacksonville

W 10 7 4 2

South L T 1 0 4 0 7 0 9 0

Pct .909 .636 .364 .182

PF 327 230 238 188

PA 211 273 335 308

Baltimore Pittsburgh Cincinnati Cleveland

W 9 6 6 3

North L T 2 0 5 0 5 0 8 0

Pct .818 .545 .545 .273

PF 283 231 282 209

PA 219 210 247 248

Denver San Diego Oakland Kansas City

W 8 4 3 1

West L 3 7 8 10

Pct .727 .364 .273 .091

PF 318 245 218 161

PA 221 237 356 301

NATIONAL CONFERENCE East W L T Pct PF N.Y. Giants 7 4 0 .636 305 Washington 5 6 0 .455 295

PA 226 285

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NBA: Good shots The Raptors started a modest 5 for 12 from the field in the second half, but still couldn’t keep up. Patterson converted a three-point play after a dunk, then sank another 3-pointer for an 89-64 Rockets lead and a new individual season-high point total.

Houston hit a season-high 14 3-pointers in Friday’s 131-103 win over New York and had 12 through three quarters on Tuesday night. The Rockets shot 53 per cent (44 of 83) and finished 13 for 26 from 3-point range against Toronto. Houston’s 30 assists matched a season high.

“We’re finding each other better, we’re making the extra pass better,” Sampson said.

“We’re playing as a team, guys are taking good shots.”

But Sampson was at a loss trying to explain how he can prepare Houston for Wednesday’s game against the defending Western Conference champions. The Rockets are cutting it close, scheduled to arrive only 3 ½ hours before tipoff.

“I don’t pretend to know what to do there,” Sampson said. “As long as we get there by 7, we’ll be OK.” NOTES: Toronto point guard Kyle Lowry, who played for Houston from 2009-12, got supportive applause when he was introduced before the game. He finished with seven points on 3-for-10 shooting. ... The Raptors have lost six straight games in Houston. ... Houston’s 38 thirdquarter points were a season high. ... The Rockets recognized Sasha McHale’s death with a moment of silence before the announcement of the starting lineups.

CFL: What you work for Canada’s largest sports market has been its most underachieving. Baseball’s Blue Jays haven’t won a championship since 1993, hockey’s Maple Leafs have been shut out since 1967 and basketball’s Raptors and soccer’s Toronto FC haven’t even come close.

“This is what you work for, this is what these guys put all their hours in for, and to have it in your own city, it doesn’t get any better than that,” said rookie head coach Scott Milanovich.

“It’s been awesome, we’ve felt the love all week, we could kind of feel the city turning and seeing the people wearing Argos gear outside and the chants

Dallas Philadelphia

5 3

6 8

0 .455 0 .273

242 184

262 282

Atlanta Tampa Bay New Orleans Carolina

W 10 6 5 3

South L T 1 0 5 0 6 0 8 0

Pct .909 .545 .455 .273

PF 294 310 308 214

PA 216 254 304 265

Chicago Green Bay Minnesota Detroit

W 8 7 6 4

North L T 3 0 4 0 5 0 7 0

Pct .727 .636 .545 .364

PF 277 273 248 267

PA 175 245 249 280

San Francisco Seattle St. Louis Arizona

W 8 6 4 4

West L 2 5 6 7

Pct .773 .545 .409 .364

PF 276 219 205 180

PA 155 185 254 227

T 1 0 1 0

Week 13 Thursday, Nov. 29 New Orleans at Atlanta, 6:20 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 2 Seattle at Chicago, 11 a.m.

Minnesota at Green Bay, 11 a.m.

San Francisco at St. Louis, 11 a.m.

Carolina at Kansas City, 11 a.m.

Houston at Tennessee, 11 a.m.

Arizona at N.Y. Jets, 11 a.m.

Indianapolis at Detroit, 11 a.m.

Jacksonville at Buffalo, 11 a.m.

New England at Miami, 11 a.m.

Tampa Bay at Denver, 2:05 p.m.

Cleveland at Oakland, 2:25 p.m.

Cincinnati at San Diego, 2:25 p.m.

Pittsburgh at Baltimore, 2:25 p.m.

Philadelphia at Dallas, 6:20 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 3 N.Y. Giants at Washington, 6:30 p.m.

NFL Odds (Favourites in capital letters; odds supplied by SportsBetting.ag) Spread O/U Thursday New Orleans at ATLANTA 3.5 56 Sunday Seattle at CHICAGO 4.5 38 HOUSTON at Tennessee 5.5 47 NEW ENGLAND at Miami 9 51 Jacksonville at BUFFALO 6 45 Indianapolis at DETROIT 4.5 51.5 Arizona at NY JETS 4.5 36.5 SAN FRANCISCO at St. Louis 7 40 Minnesota at GREEN BAY 9.5 46.5 Tampa Bay at DENVER 7 50.5 Cleveland at OAKLAND 1.5 NA CINCINNATI at San Diego 1 46.5 CAROLINA at Kansas City 2.5 40.5 Philadelphia at DALLAS 9.5 43 Monday NY GIANTS at Washington 2.5 51

going on downtown, it’s been fun and hopefully that’s going to carry over to next year.”

The Argonauts seemed destined to break Toronto’s sports curse since the beginning of the CFL season when they acquired Ray in a blockbuster trade with the Edmonton Eskimos, announcing they were serious about playing for the Cup in their hometown.

“When you take a job, you’ve got two or three years to do it or they fire you,” said general manager Jim Barker. “We were fortunate, things fell our way, we were able to make some deals, we were able to sign some players. . .things just kind of fell into place.

“Now we can take off and move forward. It’s like this is the beginning, it really is.”

The players danced onto the Nathan Phillips Square stage one by one — Owens, preceded by his nine-year-old son Chad Jr. The crowd exploded when defensive captain Jordan Younger hoisted the Grey Cup aloft.

Mayor Rob Ford, wearing an Argos jersey with No. 1 on the front, didn’t get nearly as much love, despite declaring it “Toronto Argonauts Day.” “This is what you call a dream come true folks. We said they could do it and they did it,” said Ford, who was greeted with a mix of boos and cheers one day after a judge ordered him removed from office in 14 days on conflict on interest charges.

Ford got a better response when defensive tackle Adriano Belli — known as the “Kissing Bandit” — grabbed him around the neck to plant a kiss on his cheek.

A fleet of 28 pickup trucks and one convertible carried quarterback Ray, running back and Grey Cup MVP Chad Kackert, Owens, and the rest of the players of their families — and, of course, the Grey Cup itself — along the parade route.

“I can’t cry again, I’m starting to become that guy,” said defensive end Ricky Foley, a native of nearby Courtice, Ont., who was named the Grey Cup’s most valuable Canadian.

“There were a lot of Argos jerseys out there — a lot of double blue — but there was guys in business suits and people in cabs, and people from all walks of life celebrating what we did for this city and what they helped us accomplish.”

Foley told the crowd: “We love you guys, My city, my teams, my family” then launched into a chant of “Repeat!”

Led by the 39-year-old Milanovich, the Argos started to come together late in the season and took that momentum into the playoffs, where they easily handled Edmonton in a East Division semifinal before winning

Golden State L.A. Clippers L.A. Lakers Phoenix Sacramento

Pacific Division W L Pct 8 6 .571 8 6 .571 7 7 .500 7 8 .467 4 9 .308

GB — — 1 1 1/2 3 1/2

Monday’s Games San Antonio 118, Washington 92 Brooklyn 96, New York 89, OT Detroit 108, Portland 101 Milwaukee 93, Chicago 92 Memphis 84, Cleveland 78 Oklahoma City 114, Charlotte 69 Utah 105, Denver 103 New Orleans 105, L.A. Clippers 98 Tuesday’s Games Phoenix 91, Cleveland 78 Philadelphia 100, Dallas 98 Houston 117, Toronto 101 Minnesota at Sacramento, Late Indiana at L.A. Lakers, Late Wednesday’s Games San Antonio at Orlando, 5 p.m.

Portland at Washington, 5 p.m.

Brooklyn at Boston, 5:30 p.m.

Charlotte at Atlanta, 5:30 p.m.

Phoenix at Detroit, 5:30 p.m.

Dallas at Chicago, 6 p.m.

Toronto at Memphis, 6 p.m.

Utah at New Orleans, 6 p.m.

Houston at Oklahoma City, 6 p.m.

New York at Milwaukee, 6 p.m.

Minnesota at L.A. Clippers, 8:30 p.m.

Thursday’s Games San Antonio at Miami, 6 p.m.

Denver at Golden State, 8:30 p.m.

Transactions Tuesday’s Sports Transactions

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National Basketball Association EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division W L Pct GB Brooklyn 9 4 .692 — New York 9 4 .692 — Philadelphia 9 6 .600 1 Boston 8 6 .571 1 1/2 Toronto 3 12 .200 7

BASEBALL COMMISSIONER’S OFFICE—Suspended Philadelphia C Carlos Ruiz 25 games for a violation of the Major League Baseball’s Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program.

American League BOSTON RED SOX—Assigned 2B Ivan De Jesus outright to Pawtucket (IL).

CHICAGO WHITE SOX—Named Daryl Boston first base coach, Bobby Thigpen bullpen coach and Harold Baines assistant hitting coach.

CLEVELAND INDIANS—Assigned RHP Fabio Martinez outright to Columbus (IL). Announced 2B Brent Lillibridge refused outright assignment and elected free agency.

National League CHICAGO CUBS—Agreed to terms with RHP Scott Feldman on a one-year contract.

HOUSTON ASTROS—Agreed to terms with OF Trevor Crowe, LHP Sergio Escalona, RHP Edgar Gonzalez and RHP Jose Valdez on minor league contracts. Announced the resignation of vice-president of marketing and strategy Kathleen Clark.

American Association AMARILLO SOX—Sold the contract of RHP Chase Johnson to the Baltimore Orioles.

EL PASO DIABLOS—Sold the contract of RHP Marcel Prado to the Baltimore Orioles.

FARGO-MOORHEAD REDHAWKS—Sold the contract of OF Buddy Sosnoskie to the Baltimore Orioles.

FOOTBALL BALTIMORE RAVENS—Placed DB Anthony Levine on injured reserve.

CAROLINA PANTHERS—Placed DT Ron Edwards on injured reserve. Signed DT Frank Kearse from the practice squad.

CHICAGO BEARS—Signed OL Andre Gurode.

a tight East final over the rival Alouettes in Montreal.

RDC: Next steps Despite the losses, she feels the team is headed in the right direction.

“For sure. You can see it in practice. We just have to figure out what the next steps are.”

That could be learning to win, as the Queens have been right there on more than one occasion this season, but just fell short.

“We want to win but we still need to figure each other out and our strengths.”

The Queens will be in for another tough weekend as they finish the first half of the season. They host the undefeated Kings University College Eagles Friday and visit Lakeland Saturday. The women tip off at 6 p.m. with the men to follow.

The Kings head into the weekend looking to forget about their first loss of the season — 79-76 to SAIT — that saw them drop out of the No. 1 ranking in the nation down to No. 4.

• The volleyball Queens took a jump in the national rankings following their weekend sweep of the NAIT Ooks. The Queens moved up to No. 7 while the Ooks dropped to 11. Grant MacEwan, who split a weekend doubleheader with Briercrest, dropped from No. 1 to No. 3.

The Kings are ranked No. 1.

The volleyball squads have finished the 2012 portion of their schedule.

• The hockey Queens have a tough test this week as they face the league-leading Ooks, who are one point up on RDC, in a home-and-home series — Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Arena and Friday at NAIT. • The ACAC curling season opens this weekend at Grande Prairie with RDC having teams in all three divisions — women, men and mixed.

• Volleyball swept the Boston Pizza RDC athlete of the week voting with left side Chris Osborn taking top honours for the men and setter Kirsten Sorensen for the women.

Osborn was the Kings most consistent player in a sweep of NAIT, finishing with 31 kills, 10 digs and three blocks.

Sorensen played a major role in the Queens sweep of NAIT with her leadership and contributed five kills, five aces, 24 digs and a block.

Basketball Kings Sam Lolik and hockey Queens Jade Petrie were in the running.

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Waived DT Amobi Okoye. Released WR Raymond Radway and G Chris Riley from the practice squad.

Signed OL Derek Dennis and WR Dale Moss to the practice squad.

CINCINNATI BENGALS—Released C Scott Wedige and LB Ben Jacobs from the practice squad. Signed OT Dan Knapp and TE Bryce Davis to the practice squad.

JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS—Signed DE Ryan Davis to the practice squad.

HOUSTON TEXANS—Released RB Davin Meggett. Signed LB Cameron Collins.

MINNESOTA VIKINGS—Signed RB Jordan Todman from the practice squad and RB Joe Banyard to the practice squad.

NEW ORLEANS SAINTS—Placed OT Bryce Harris on injured reserve. Signed TE Michael Higgins from the practice squad.

NEW YORK GIANTS—Signed RB Ryan Torain and RB Kregg Lumpkin. Released OL Selvish Capers. Terminated the practice squad contract of RB Joe Martinek.

NEW YORK JETS—Waived G Hayworth Hicks.

PHILADELPHIA EAGLES—Released DE Jason Babin.

SAN DIEGO CHARGERS—Placed S Atari Bigby on injured reserve. Signed LB Bront Bird. Signed S Sean Cattouse to the practice squad.

SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS—Agreed to terms with LB NaVorro Bowman on a five-year contract extension.

SEATTLE SEAHAWKS—Released QB Josh Portis from the practice squad. Signed WR Phil Bates to the practice squad.

TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS—Placed S Cody Grimm and T Jeremy Trueblood on injured reserve.

Claimed WR/KR David Gilreath off waivers from Pittsburgh. Released G Chris Scott from the practice squad. Signed S Sean Baker to the practice squad.

TENNESSEE TITANS—Re-signed OL Kyle DeVan. Placed RB Darren Evans on injured reserve.

Seguin lighting up Swiss league

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS It is awfully hard to miss Tyler Seguin these days.

Not only is the locked-out NHL forward tearing up the Swiss hockey league, he’s doing it in style. Seguin stands out among his EHC Biel teammates on the ice because of the bright yellow helmet he wears — an honour bestowed on the top-scoring player for each team in Switzerland.

The 20-year-old has been an offensive force with 20 goals in 20 games, making him the most productive NHLer plying his trade in a league that includes Jason Spezza, Joe Thornton, Rick Nash, John Tavares and Logan Couture, among others.

In fact, Seguin has even managed to exceed his own expectations so far.

“I had no idea what to expect when I came to Switzerland,” he told the Tages-Anzeiger newspaper recently. “The league is very competitive — the speed and the talent level of the players has surprised me. It took me some time and effort to get used to it.

“Scoring goals is never easy; I didn’t do very well at the beginning. Now I just hope to continue playing well like I have been lately.”

The trip abroad has also come with new opportunities.

After seasons of 22 and 67 points with the Boston Bruins, it was reasonable to expect that Seguin would have made another leap forward during his third year in the NHL. However, he likely wouldn’t have been relied upon by Boston as much as he is in Biel, where he’s been used in virtually every situation.

That was seen over the weekend in a game against Bern when he blocked a shot while killing a penalty and scored on a short-handed breakaway.

Seguin has seen virtually no time on the penalty kill during his young NHL career and made reference to his new role on Twitter on Monday: “Got a short handed goal the other night. Wonder if (at)NHLBruins will see it. blockshots” The time away could really benefit Seguin if the NHL lockout is brought to a resolution and a compressed regular-season schedule begins quickly. He’s clearly in game shape — something many NHLers won’t be — and should have plenty of confidence after a stint in Switzerland that has seen him score three hat tricks.

Seguin was one of the first players to sign in Europe once the work stoppage came into effect back in September.

Asked by Swiss journalists recently why he chose Biel, he replied: “I just wanted to play hockey.”

More than 200 locked-out NHL players have signed deals in Europe, with varying results. Here’s a look at three notable performers: Patrik Berglund, Vasteras (Sweden): Patrik Berglund is giving his hometown team more than its money’s worth.

Much, much more. That’s because the St. Louis Blues centre chose to play for free during the lockout in an effort to give back to the hockey organization that helped him reach the NHL. Berglund is more than doing his part with 16 goals and 25 points in 20 games — putting him among the league leaders in the second-tier Allsvenskan.

Jaromir Jagr, HC Kladno (Czech Republic): Is there anything the 40-year-old winger can’t do? Already the owner and president of his hometown team, Jagr is also its leading scorer with 36 points in 22 games. That is the highest total of any locked-out NHLer currently playing in Europe.

Paul Bissonnette, Cardiff Devils (Great Britain): The Twitter star is showing that he has some game — at least when playing a few rungs below the NHL. Known primarily as a fighter with the Phoenix Coyotes, Bissonnette is an offensive star in Cardiff, where he put up six goals and 16 points in his first seven games. That was good enough to see him named player of the week. Just as surprisingly, the sixfoot-three heavyweight has yet to drop his gloves and fight.

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Vonn aims to win at Lake Louise AFTER BEING DENIED A CHANCE TO RACE WITH THE MEN, VONN IS LOOKING TO TAKE WOMEN’S RACES AT MOST SUCCESSFUL VENUE

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS LAKE LOUISE — Lindsey Vonn returns to the ski resort dubbed “Lake Lindsey” determined to add to her wins, and also to compete against the men in the future.

With 11 victories, no other woman has won more World Cup ski races at Lake Louise than the American star.

Vonn has also finished on the podium here 17 times since her first win in 2004.

The world governing body of skiing, FIS, denied her request to race in the men’s World Cup downhill and superG on Saturday and Sunday.

Vonn must content herself trying to add to her pile of victories in the women’s downhills this Friday and Saturday and in Sunday’s super-G. She swept all three in 2011 for Lake Louise hat trick.

The 28-year-old won Tuesday’s first training run by almost a second over runner-up Maria Riesch-Hoefl of Germany. Dominique Gisin of Switzerland was third.

After clocking a top speed of 136.36 kilometres per hour, Vonn was wistful about what might have been has FIS given her the green light.

“You’d think in the year 2012 we can figure out a way to make it work,” she said. “Gender isn’t really an issue in pretty much all aspects of life now. I think there’s got to be a way to put aside gender and put aside pride and ego and do something I personally would love to do, but also I think would be great for the sport.”

The defending overall World Cup champion says her father Alan, a lawyer, is helping her look into legal avenues to racing against the men.

“We’re kind of trying to see if there’s another way to approach the situation,” she said. “It was definitely disappointing that FIS came out and said absolutely there’s no way.

“They pretty much shut me down on the basis of gender, so maybe there’s something to be found there. I’m doing some research, doing my homework, and we’ll see. It’s going to take a little time to get everything organized and figure out how to we approach it.”

Alpine Canada president Max Gartner was a vocal supporter of Vonn racing at Lake Louise. He said he’s had preliminary discussions with her sponsor Red Bull about the possibility of staging an exhibition mixed gender race.

“I’m really thankful Max has come out and supported me so strongly,” she said. “I’m really excited about the idea to do an exhibition, but to be honest, I really want to race in a real race.

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Lindsey Vonn of the United States speeds down the hill during the first women’s downhill training run at the Lake Louise Winterstart World Cup in Lake Louise, on Tuesday.

“I want to actually compete in a normal situation where the same points are on the line. If my only option is to race an exhibition I will 100 per cent do that, but I’m still hoping to race in the actual World Cup.” Vonn says that in hindsight, she might not have been able to compete in the men’s races at Lake Louise last weekend.

A recent intestinal ailment hospitalized her for two nights and kept her off snow for several days.

She finished 21st in a giant slalom in Aspen, Colo., on Saturday and skipped the following day’s slalom to prepare for Lake Louise.

“When I cross the finish line, I’m still more out of breath than I normally would be and my legs are a bit more tired than normal.” she said Tuesday.

“All in all, I’m still able, at least in downhill, to ski the way I want to. Aspen definitely didn’t go that well. I think by the weekend, I should be 100 per cent.”

Vonn has raced to victory at Lake Louise through trials and tribulations.

Her sweep last year came a few days after she announced her divorce from Thomas Vonn, her husband of four years.

In 2009, Vonn crossed the finish line with blood dribbling from her mouth.

Her knee connected with her chin during the race, yet Vonn still won the first of her two downhills that year.

Vonn executed an incredible piece of skiing in 2010 in a race she didn’t win. She went down on her left hip entering a section of the course named Fall Away, but made an impressive recovery on the slope’s face and actually made up time on the bottom section.

Vonn finished second in that downhill to Riesch-Hoefl. It was Vonn’s second runner-up result to the German in as many days, but Vonn wasn’t leaving Lake Louise without a victory.

She won the super-G on the final day.

The confidence Vonn has in her

abilities at Lake Louise can help her compensate for less-than-optimum health.

“I feel like no matter who the season starts or how I’m feeling, I can always come to Lake Louise and have a good race,” she said.

“I know what I’m doing and I trust myself a lot more here than I do anywhere else. It’s nice to stand in the start gate and know ’hey, I’ve won here a lot of times and I know what I’m doing and you just have to go.’

“I think that’s going to help me a lot this weekend despite being sick and not getting much training in. I know how to ski here and I know I can win.”

Larisa Yurkiw of Owen Sound, Ont., was 28th in the first training run. She’ll be the lone Canadian racing the downhills Friday and Saturday.

Marie-Pier Prefontaine of Saint Saveur, Que., and Marie-Michele Gagnon of Lac-Etchemin, Que., are both slalom specialists and will compete in Sunday’s super-G.

Goodell says very hard for NFL to judge Chan qualifies for intent of Suh’s kick to Schaub’s groin Grand Prix finals

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS DETROIT — NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and league officials looked at Ndamukong Suh’s latest infamous act on the field from several angles, trying to understand why the Detroit Lions defensive tackle kicked Houston Texans quarterback Matt Schaub in the groin area.

“Intent is something that is very difficult for us to ever try to make a judgment on,” Goodell told reporters before speaking at a Lions charity event Tuesday night.

Goodell said he hasn’t spoken to Suh about what he did in last Thursday’s game, adding that the league’s football operations staff is in the process of speaking to him about it. Suh was on his chest after being taken down by an offensive lineman and extended his left foot to hit Schaub below the belt, dropping the QB to his knees doubled over in pain in the first quarter of Houston’s 34-31 overtime win.

“They’re still going through the process of whether it should be a fine,” Goodell said. “They’ll probably make that decision in the next couple days.”

In a few weeks, Goodell said the NFL’s competition committee will meet and might suggest changing a rule for the playoffs that hurt Detroit’s chances of beating the Texans last week.

“We may evaluate it as it relates to the post-season,” Goodell told reporters.

Officials didn’t blow their whistle when two Lions tackled Justin Forsett, allowing him to get up and run for an 81-yard touchdown in the third quarter. Detroit coach Jim Schwartz negated an automatic review by challenging the play.

“It’s unfortunate because the officials on the field made an obvious error and it could’ve been reversed,” Goodell told hundreds of fans at Ford Field during a question-and-answer session. “That’s what we want to correct.”

Goodell was at the 19th annual Detroit Lions Courage House dinner that team officials say has raised $1.8 million for HAVEN, a suburban Detroit facility that tries to prevent and treat victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse.

Lions running back Jahvid Best was at the event because teammates voted him their Ed Block Courage Award winner, an hon-

our each team in the league gives a player annually for overcoming an injury or adversity.

Best hasn’t played since he was knocked out of a game against the San Francisco 49ers on Oct. 16, 2011, with what he has said was his third concussion.

“For the past year he has endured countless hours of cognitive rehabilitation and therapy with enthusiasm and eagerness without complaint anger or impatience,” Lions athletic trainer Dean Kleinschmidt said. “I have never pulled harder for an injured athlete to return to the field of play.”

Detroit drafted Best in the first round in 2010 and he accounted for 1,000-plus yards and six touchdowns. Best was limited to six games last season and is hopeful he can make a comeback next year.

He hadn’t spoken publicly since the team announced earlier this month that he would stay on the physically unable to perform list for the year.

“They told me I can’t play this season, but they didn’t shut the door,” Best told the crowd. “I’m a glass-half-full kind of guy. If you don’t shut the door, there’s still a way.”

Many mourn slain boxer Camacho in Puerto Rico

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Family, fans and fellow boxers said goodbye Tuesday to Hector (Macho) Camacho at a memorial and wake for the slain former world champion fighter known for his flamboyance in and out of the ring.

Hundreds of people took pictures and filed past Camacho’s open casket, displayed inside a gymnasium decked out for the occasion with black carpet and curtains. The boxer wore white, along with a large gold crucifix and a necklace spelling out his nickname, “Macho,” in capital letters.

First up were members of his immediate family, including his mother, Maria Matias, who wept and caressed her son’s face in the coffin, which was draped in a Puerto Rican flag. “They killed him,” she wailed at one point.

Camacho was shot Nov. 20 while sitting in a parked car with a friend outside a bar in Bayamon, his hometown. The friend died at the scene and the boxer three days later after doctors removed him from life support. Police have said they have suspects but have not yet arrested anyone for the shooting.

After the family came a cross-section of Puerto Rican society that included parents with children in strollers, the elderly, road crew workers in neon

safety vests, U.S. soldiers in uniform and a who’s who of Puerto Rican boxers.

As the service began, hundreds of people stood and clapped for nearly a minute. “What time is it?” someone in the crowd yelled. “It’s Macho time!” the crowd responded.

“Everybody loved him here in Puerto Rico,” said Henry Neumann, the secretary of the U.S. island territory’s sports and recreation department. “He is one of those athletes who transcended the barriers of his country not only for his skill inside the ring but for his personality.”

Hundreds of people waited patiently outside as officials closed the doors temporarily for the service.

Loud salsa music pounded from speakers nearby, and a couple of vendors handed out Puerto Rican flags. Inside, people took advantage of the more than 30 former and current world boxing champions from Puerto Rico, yelling at them to come over for a picture or an autograph.

Above Camacho’s casket was a large screen that showed some of his most famous bouts, along with clips of TV shows in which he appeared.

Camacho, who was 50 when he died, left Puerto Rico as a child and moved to New York. He went on to win super lightweight, lightweight and junior welterweight world titles in the 1980s and fought highprofile bouts against Felix Trinidad, Julio Cesar Chavez and Sugar Ray Leonard.

FIGURE SKATING

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS SOCHI, Russia — Canadian two-time world champion Patrick Chan and U.S. national champ Ashley Wagner are among the skaters who have qualified for the Grand Prix finals.

The finals will be held Dec. 6-9 in Sochi, Russia, site of the 2014 Winter Olympics.

Chan, from Toronto, and world bronze medallist Yuzuru Hanyu and Takahiko Kozuka, both of Japan, each won one event and finished second in the other to advance from the six-event international series.

Chan won Rostelecom Cup, Hanyo won NHK Trophy and Kozuka won Skate America.

Also in the men’s finals will be Tatsuki Machida of Japan, world silver medallist Daisuke Takahashi of Japan, and Javier Fernandez of Spain. Machida is the only newcomer to the finals.

Wagner and Japan’s Mao Asada each had two victories to qualify, with Wagner winning Skate America and Trophee Bompard. Asada won Cup of China and NHK Trophy. Other women’s finalists are Kiira Korpi of Finland, who won the Grand Prix event in Moscow, Akiko Suzuki of Japan, and Julia Lipnitskaia and Elizaveta Tuktamysheva, both of Russia.

Americans Meryl Davis and Charlie White and 2010 Olympic gold medallists Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir of Canada have made the dance finals. Davis/ White won Skate America and NHK Trophy. Virtue and Moir struck gold at Skate Canada and in Russia.

Nathalie Pechalat and Fabian Bourzat were victorious in China and in France to also make the finals.

Joining them will be Ekaterina Bobrova and Dmitri Soloviev and Elena Ilinykh and Nikita Katsalapov, all of Russia, along with Anna Cappellini and Luca Lanotte of Italy.

In pairs, the finalists include two couples from Canada, Meagan Duhamel and Eric Radford, and Kirsten Moore-Towers and Dylan Moscovitch.

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RED DEER RIVER WATERSHED QUALITY IMPACTED BY SURROUNDING LAND

BY MURRAY CRAWFORD ADVOCATE STAFF Covering nearly 100,000 hectares of land from its headwaters near Banff to the Saskatchewan border, the Red Deer River watershed is a vital vein in the surrounding ecosystems.

But there are parts of the watershed where the surrounding land use impacts water quality.

A new report, the second technical background report commissioned by the Red Deer River Watershed Alliance and researched and written by O2 Planning + Design of Calgary, covers wetlands, riparian areas and land use in the region.

The alliance held workshops on Monday and Tuesday talking with the public and local government officials about the report’s implications.

Tracey Connatty, a planner with Mountain View County, said she was better able to understand the alliance’s goal after attending the meeting.

“What it’s going to do, I hope, is give us some guidelines as to protection of the

‘WHAT IT’S GOING TO DO, I HOPE, IS GIVE US SOME GUIDELINES AS TO PROTECTION OF THE WATERSHED AND GIVE US A BASELINE FOR THE STATE OF THE WATERSHED AS IT IS NOW.’ — TRACEY CONNATTY, A PLANNER WITH MOUNTAIN VIEW COUNTY

watershed and give us a baseline for the state of the watershed as it is now,” said Connatty.

“And a move-forward point so we can set some goals for the management of those facilities within the county.”

The alliance is a non-profit organization aimed at promoting a healthy watershed. It receives funding from more than 40 municipalities, the province, as well as industry and agricultural organizations.

Dug Major, integrated watershed management planning steering committee cochair, said the workshops were a way to get feedback as well as present the content of the extensive report.

“These are the people representing municipalities throughout the watershed that are going to be tasked with implementing

the provisions and recommendations of this management plan.”

Among the report’s recommendations were: ● Priorities for improved monitoring and data acquisition for wetlands, riparian areas and land use. ● Research needs to improve knowledge, understanding and management of wetlands, riparian areas and land use. ● Key beneficial management practices for wetlands, riparian areas and land use.

Representatives from the alliance are scheduled to meet with the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers today to focus on the industrial sector aspect of the report and answer questions.

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HUNTING HILLS WINTER CELEBRATION Celebrate winter with a variety of performances

by Hunting Hills High School students on Tuesday. The school’s fine arts and modern languages departments present A Winter Celebration at 7 p.m. at Crossroads Church. The jazz, concert and rock bands will all perform, as will the drumline and dance and drama students. The work of art students will be showcased and dessert will be offered at intermission. Tickets are $10 each and available from the school office or at the door.

ALZHEIMER SOCIETY ON THE MOVE The Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories is moving to new quarters on Thursday. The new office is located at No. 105 4419 50th Ave. in the Port ’O Call building. The society is moving space in the Community Information Referral Society Community Village on Ross Street. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays.

A Christmas Memories open house will be held in the new office from 3 to 6 p.m. on Dec. 12.

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From the left, Marg Stauffer, Pat Setters and Joan Barker were busy at the Sunnybrook Farm and Museum Tuesday selling pies and tarts during the annual pie sale fundraiser. Volunteers at the museum made 480 tarts and 212 pies for this years sale which continues today (Wednesday) while quantities last. Funds raised this year will go towards funding programs at the museum. The pies were selling fast Tuesday so it is best to call ahead if anyone wants to buy a pie today (Wednesday) 403340-3511.

Officials not comfortable Coun. Harris advocates with reality TV proposal for airport in Ottawa PRODUCERS REFUSE TO MEET LEADERS AHEAD OF MEETING

BY LAURA TESTER ADVOCATE STAFF

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A reality television show that could see Lacombe residents managing municipal services to save money is raising some concerns from Mayor Steve Christie.

Christie, speaking during Monday night’s break of a city council meeting, said that council has asked to meet with the producers from Force Four Entertainment in advance of a town hall meeting.

But he said the producers have refused to meet with leaders ahead of the 7 p.m. meeting on Dec. 5 at the Lacombe Memorial Centre. The meeting is being held to gauge the interest of the community and answer any questions.

“We have a lack of information,” said Christie.

“But as far as reality TV goes, I can’t see it being a good thing, either way for a community. Nice neighbours getting along, that doesn’t sell.”

Lacombe and the Town of Penhold have been shortlisted for the show, which revolves around residents being given the opportunity to manage municipal services for themselves, like snow removal, to see how much money

could be saved. A name for the show hasn’t been released.

Coun. Peter Bouwsema said the Dec. 5 meeting should provide a lot of answers to council’s concerns and any others from the public.

“I want to know how it’s going to work and how are they really going to make it going to happen,” said Bouwsema.

“I understand there’s some funding which cannot come from the municipality, but from the television production company.”

Coun. Grant Creasey said he thinks that Lacombe being profiled on national television would be positive.

“It might be interesting,” he added. “I look forward to receiving more information about the project.” ● First reading was given to amend the dog control bylaw.

One amendment concerns having no more than three dogs in a household, as opposed to the administration recommendation of six. Anyone with more than three dogs now would be grandfathered into the bylaw, so they wouldn’t have to get rid of their dogs. ltester@reddeeradvocate.com

BY CRYSTAL RHYNO ADVOCATE STAFF Red Deer city coun. Paul Harris took the opportunity to advocate for the Red Deer Airport at the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Advocacy Days in Ottawa last week.

Harris said on Monday that one of the challenges the airport faces is federal funding tied to the number of passengers.

In Red Deer’s case, 1,000 scheduled passengers is required.

“One year it’s 980 (passengers), which cuts off our funding,” said Harris.

“There have been a couple of years that we have been over that but we don’t get our funding back.”

Harris said that’s a bit of a challenge when you cannot rely on that funding considering the airport is one of the largest and most successful regional airports in Canada.

The airport is looking at applying for customs designation through CanPass, a series of Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) programs expediting the border clearance process for frequent, low-risk, pre-approved travellers into Canada. Harris brought this up at the committee meetings, too.

“Other municipalities faced

similar challenges with regional airports,” said Harris.

“Three of the committees had brought this idea forward that we need to review our regional airports and put together some lobbying efforts together to help the federal government serve us a little better.”

Harris joined more than 100 other municipal leaders for meetings with MPs and senators to discuss Canada’s long-term infrastructure plans and other issues, including the gas tax fund and the Building Canada Fund, which ends in 2013.

Harris said the municipalities have been working for more than a year to create a proposal to replace the funding.

“We have been working with (Transport, Infrastructure and Communities Minister) Denis Lebel,” said Harris.

“He has said to us numerous times he’s expecting something will be in the (federal) budget but he wants to make sure we do our consultation work right across the country.”

Another key issue was the gas tax fund that is distributed to municipalities across the country.

Harris said because the fund is not indexed, it is losing value.

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BRIEFS New college position to help international students Olds College is looking for someone to help international students on campus and send students abroad.

The newly created co-ordinator of international engagement will support international students who come to Olds College and create opportunities for Olds College students to get international experience through study tours and projects. “(This) is a new position although the college has been doing international work for decades,” said Toby Williams, the International and Business Development acting director in an email.

The college is seeking candidates for the contract position.

The co-ordinator would start mid December and work until the end of August 2013 with a possible contract extension.

Municipal heritage award set up

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Pianist Vernon Murgatroyd accompanies the Golden Circle Singers as they prepare for their Christmas concert.

The Golden Circle will host the show December 5th at 7 p.m. Anyone who wanted to attend the concert and does not already have a ticket however will be dissapointed to find out the show is already sold out. On December 6th at 1 p.m. however the Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre is hosting their annual Cookie Walk and Christmas Tea where the Grandview Elementary School will entertain.

Elder to teach bannock making Learn to make bannock with an aborignal elder at the Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery on Thursday.

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GAS: Tax use for anything “Our proposal is to increase the gas tax funding by $2 billion to municipalities, plus indexing so we can rely on it year after year,” said Harris.

“The gas tax we can use for anything in the municipality for infrastructure. We can use if for the 2019 Canada Winter Games. That kind of advocacy work is really important. Municipalities really rely on it.” crhyno@reddeeradvocate.com

WATER: Huge area “You have this huge area contributing things into both good water quality and areas of lesser quality in the main stem of the Red Deer River,” said Major.

“The condition of the main stem is the report card of how well we’re doing as a community. If the water is in good shape and good quantity and quality, then the associated land use can sustain that, then we know we’re doing what we can in terms of good conservation practices.”

Major said the report card right now indicates the head waters by Banff are in good shape, because there is very little development.

“As we go through some of the more populated areas, where there is both industry and residential, there are some areas of concern,” said Major.

“There are some things we might need to focus on, trying to improve the situations.”

The water quality report card could be improved by perhaps adjusting land use practices by ceasing or reducing their contribution of contaminants into the river systems.

“There are, for example, heavy accumulations of nutrients,” said Major. “Phosphorus is a nutrient on everyone’s mind. With rural and urban runoff, that’s an element that can be managed.”

A report on surface water quality was published previously and in early 2013, the alliance will start work on a third, focusing on groundwater and water quantity.

The fourth report centres on terrestrial and aquatic biodiversity.

“At some point our vision is to get all the different interest groups in one room and say ‘OK guys, collectively what do you see and where do we go?’ ” said Major. mcrawford@reddeeradvocate.com

Man gets 16 years for killing businessman THE CANADIAN PRESS CALGARY — One of two men involved in the fatal shooting of a Calgary company president has been sentenced to 16 years in prison.

Robert Deer was convicted of manslaughter in the death of Jack Beauchamp in January 2006.

Beauchamp was shot six times in a hallway of his company’s offices, Morbank Financial.

Deer sent Mohamed Karim to “send a message” to Beauchamp after a multimilliondollar property deal fell through, but both said they didn’t intend for Beauchamp to die.

Karim was found guilty of second-degree murder and will be sentenced in January.

Deer only has to serve 4 ½ years of his 16-year sentence after getting

credit for time already served.

His lawyer, Jim Lutz, says they were expecting a less severe sentence, and he had previously pushed for Deer to be let out on time served.

Outside court, Beauchamp’s widow Debra said it was good news that Deer would be spending more time behind bars.

With Karim facing a mandatory sentence of life in prison, the only thing left is to determine parole eligibility, so Debra said “it ends here.”

Bertha Poor whose made bannock for a number of past museum events will share her secrets starting at 7 p.m.

The class is part of the musuem’s Curious Thursdays presentations.

The class is limited to 10 spots, although two people can work together.

Cost is $8 for museum members, $10 for non-members.

Contact the museum at 403-3098405.

Anti-Alberta comments probably affected Calgary byelection: Redford

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — Anti-Alberta comments by Liberal leadership frontrunner Justin Trudeau and MP David McGuinty likely had an impact on a tight byelection race in Calgary, Premier Alison Redford said Tuesday.

“It may have had an impact — I would expect it probably did had an impact,” she said after speaking at a conference on public-private partnerships in Toronto.

“But more importantly, on a moving-forward basis, I would just suggest to anyone in politics that it’s better to be constructive than divisive.”

Trudeau apologized last week for comments he made in a 2010 interview, where he blamed Canada’s problems on Albertans controlling “our community and socio-democratic agenda.”

McGuinty — brother of Ontario

Premier Dalton McGuinty — resigned his critic’s portfolio after being quoted calling Alberta MPs “shills” for the oil industry and suggesting they “go home” and run for town council if they want to be so parochial.

The comments, particularly those by Trudeau, appeared to stall Liberal momentum in Calgary Centre.

The party’s hopes for an upset victory in that riding were dashed Monday night when Conservative Joan Crockatt won by a margin of just over a thousand votes over Liberal challenger Harvey Locke.

The divisive comments likely influenced voters in Alberta, who want leaders who can show that they can work with people across the country, Redford said.

Anyone seeking a national leadership role shouldn’t be promoting divisions among Canadians, she added.

But that doesn’t necessarily mean that the Liberals are mori-

bund in Western Canada.

There are a number of “interesting” candidates in the Liberal leadership race, Redford said.

“There’s always room, I think, for new ideas and new perspectives and we’ll see what happens in the next year,” she said.

“I think it’ll be an exciting year for politics in Canada.”

But the Tory premier, who represents a Calgary riding, said she was happy to see Crockatt win the byelection.

Crockatt will be a “fantastic” MP, having been a strong advocate for the community, the city and the province, Redford said.

“And I think she’s very thoughtful with respect to issues on the national stage,” she added.

“From my perspective, I see it as electing someone who will be able to participate in a national conversation.”

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Grapefruit are shown in an orchard in Harlingen, Texas on Nov. 8, 2005. Eating a grapefruit or drinking its juice can be a great way to get vitamin C, but it can also be dangerous when taking certain prescription drugs.

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“But the biggest problem that we have facing us is that the science is there, but it sits on the shelf; it’s not being applied, which is very frustrating,” he said.

“It’s gone from this curiosity — ’It’s interesting, but what does it mean in real practice?’ — to the point where everybody needs to know about this.”

Bailey hopes that by alerting doctors through the CMAJ article, they will make sure patients prescribed an affected drug will be told not to ingest grapefruit or its juice.

As well, the information could help physicians trying to diagnose a serious health event in a patient without knowing grapefruit is part of their diet, he said, and where the person hasn’t thought to mention the fact.

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Eating a grapefruit or drinking its juice can be a great way to get vitamin C, but it can also be dangerous when taking certain prescription drugs, researchers warn.

Grapefruit juice can interact with more than 85 oral medications, with about half of them potentially leading to severe — even deadly — consequences, finds a comprehensive review by a research team affiliated with Western University in London, Ont. “Many of the drugs that interact with grapefruit are highly prescribed and are essential for the treatment of important or common medical conditions,” authors of the review write in Monday’s issue of the Canadian Medical Association Journal.

Lead researcher David Bailey, a clinical pharmacologist at the Lawson Health Research Institute, said that in the last four years, the number of medications with the potential to interact with grapefruit and cause severe adverse effects has increased from 17 to at least 43.

“Half of these drugs actually can cause sudden death,” Bailey said from London, Ont., noting that interactions can result in acute kidney or respiratory failure, gastrointestinal bleeding, or other serious effects.

Medications altered by grapefruit include highly prescribed cholesterol-lowering statins, some key heart drugs, and certain anti-psychotic and pain medicines.

That’s because grapefruit contains a chemical that interferes with an enzyme that controls how drugs are absorbed through the intestines, resulting in a potentially toxic dose of medication.

“We know it boosts drug levels in blood,” Bailey said.

“Now you’re seeing so many drugs where the levels get boosted that the consequences are really quite dire.”

Other citrus fruits that contain the chemical, at least to some degree, include limes, pomelos and Seville oranges, an ingredient frequently used in marmalades.

Commonly prescribed statins like atorvastatin (Lipitor), simvastatin (Zocor) and lovastatin (Mevacor, Altoprev) have a high to very-high risk of interacting with grapefruit and causing rhabdomyolysis, a breakdown of muscle fibres that can lead to acute kidney failure.

“Your urine looks like wine,” said Bailey. “You can be in such extreme pain that you literally can’t walk across the room and your kidneys have totally shut down.

“You don’t have to take an awful lot of grapefruit.

You can be taking one grapefruit a day or just drinking 250 millilitres. But the magnitude of the increase (of the drug) in some individuals can be so large that you can precipitate this adverse event.”

The anti-clotting agent clopidogrel (Plavix), taken to prevent a heart attack or stroke, “doesn’t work at all if grapefruit is eaten,” he said, pointing out another medication often taken by older Canadians.

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Mother neglects family for any man that pops into her life Dear Annie: I am a woman who fol- children, she replies, “I don’t know. lows a strict diet.

I might get a better offer.” When we It has nothing to do with weight or invite her to the kids’ events, she says, any medical condition. I don’t “I’m not sure. I am hoping care about calories. It’s about someone will ask me out.” eating organic, and there are Now we don’t call as a lot of things I do not tolermuch because it hurts to ate, such as corn syrup, food know we’re second best to coloring, table sugar, unfilany guy she just met. tered water, etc.

Mom is often lonely If I do not approve of a because she waits by the treat someone has made, is phone for “him” instead it appropriate to politely deof doing things with other cline to accept it? people.

On occasions where I’m We wish she would given something I don’t have also remember to make to eat in front of them, I gratime for the family who MITCHELL ciously accept it and then give loves her and the friends & SUGAR it away later. who want to spend time What if I’m on a date and with her. the guy wants to take me Instead, she neglects where I wouldn’t ordinarily us for any man who pops eat? Should I insist on sticking to my into her life. What can we do? — Never diet? the Better Offer I can handle a few splurges here Dear Never: There’s not much and there, but how do I avoid constant- you can do if your mother insists on ly eating junk without being rude or behaving like an adolescent girl. weird?

Try to accept this behavior as best I live in a rural area, so there are you can. It isn’t intended to hurt you. not many restaurant choices. — Up- Mom’s self-worth is tied to having a state Dieter man in her life, and without one, she Dear Dieter: If someone offers you doesn’t feel she has value. food that you prefer not to eat, don’t Dear Annie: I read the letter feel obligated to stick it in your mouth. from “Just Wondering,” whose daughSay “thank you” and put it aside, or ter-in-law has an overly close relationif you are feeling expansive, explain ship with her 20-year-old son. that you have difficulty tolerating cerMy son was 4 years old when his fatain foods. ther and I divorced. A few years later, When out on a date, you will need to his dad left his life for good. be flexible if your choices are limited.

My son has struggled throughout his Most restaurants have options that, years with social anxiety and many while not ideal, are tolerable on occa- other mental issues, and we have been sion -- plain baked chicken or fish, for to counseling. He is also abnormally example. close to me and doesn’t like to leave On subsequent dates, when you my side. know each other better, let the guy Now that he is a teenager, people know that you only eat organic. Then comment that it is not normal and he offer to cook him dinner. should be out with his friends. It is Dear Annie: My mom is in her 60s very easy for people to judge without and has been both divorced and wid- knowing what it’s like to have a child owed. who struggles with life. I do agree with She would love to find someone to your answer, though, that the family spend time with, and we want her to be needs ongoing counseling. — SFIP happy.

Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy The problem is, Mom has devoted Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime ediherself to this “man search” to the tors of the Ann Landers column. Please point that nothing else is important. email your questions to anniesmailbox@ When she meets a man, she be- comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, comes totally absorbed in him. When c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, we ask her to do things with her grand- Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.

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The Lindsay Thurber Raiders captured both the girls’ and the boys’ CWAJHAA 3J volleyball championship. The Raiders beat H.J. Cody of Sylvan Lake 25-16, 25-11 in the boys’ final and stopped Lacombe 25-18, 26-27, 15-10 in the girls’ final. They also won their league titles. The boys are coached by Jackie Smith and Louis Cheeseman, while the girls are coached by Cal Coolen and Dwayne Lalor.

TAKING HOME TOP PRIZE

HOROSCOPE Wednesday, Nov. 28 CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DATE: Ryan Kwanten, 36; Jon Stewart, 50; Ed Harris, 62; THOUGHT OF THE DAY: A Lunar Eclipse in Gemini will reveal something hidden.

It is a culminating point in our lives. Sometimes, knowing more is beneficial to our chosen course in life. Patterns will become clearer even if sometimes they can seem rather emotional to deal with.

This eclipse happens close to the planet of abundance, Jupiter, thus elevating our emotions. Luckily, a beautiful union between Venus and Pluto; romance and love will be so significant today that it greatly impact us.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: If today is your birthday, the year ahead will mark an important emotional culmination. Something relating to your partner or a business union will ask of you to face a rather impromptu situation which you will have to face upfront. A revelation will help you shape the direction of your future decisions.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You have to maintain strong beliefs in your convictions and keep faith in your destiny. Information and news of all kinds will come your way and you will have to make an important decision between your personal freedom, your own standing and money shared with other sources.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Partnership issues will come into focus as you will have to deal with a few of its facets. Setting realistic expectation for your long-term goals and balancing your true feelings for each other will be primordial. Your corevalues, abilities and money will increase.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): A change within your personal appearance can occur. A culmination within

ASTRO DOYNA

SUN SIGNS the path of your career and the attention needed towards your marriage partner will ask you to make a few choices or sacrifices on your part.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Something hidden from under the rocks will reveal itself. It could be relating to something from your past or it can affect your own health.

Sudden changes can occur and there will be a need to balance your partnership issues with the needs of your children.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your popularity increases among your circle of friends.

More acquaintances can be made at this time and it will be hard to please everyone.

Your emotional needs are not equal to your wants. You need your own time to enjoy yourself as well.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept.

22): Career decisions or a higher up will both have strong influences on you at this time. You are expanding your reputation and you are quite the talk of the office or within your chosen field or vacation. Multiple opportunities arise and only a decision can be made.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): At this lunar eclipse, your personal belief system will make you think in broader terms and you will want to give yourself a break and step out of your comfort zone

and smell the fresh scent of freedom.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Issues revolving around your shared resources or the resources stemming from your partner will highlight your next days. You will want to eliminate the unnecessary in your life and rid yourself of unpromising wishes.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Personal relationships will demand your total attention today. Past issues will ask you now to be true towards each other and make the necessary changes in order to bring the positives in it from both sides.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22Jan. 19): A work situation or assignments can flourish from every corner. It is also important to keep a close eye on your health and just do a check up, if you have been in doubt. You can never go wrong with a second opinion.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20Feb. 18): Your pleasure and self-expression sector will be highlighted during this lunar eclipse. It indicates a multitude of fun activities and a variety of choices that will be available to you. A new love interest can occur now.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your household will be the main focus during this eclipse. It indicates a highlight of some sort relating to your parents, perhaps your mother. It will also concern your own emotional well-being.

Astro Doyna — Internationally Syndicated Astrologer/Columnist.

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Members of the team are from left to right; back row, Coach Derek Michnik, Manager Gerry Eberle, Coach Darren Zinger, Braiden Michnik, Shea Thomas, Carter Graf, Rylan Eberle. Third row; Caden Depta, Cade Mason, Blake Coe, Ty Moline, Jager Larsen, Hunter Brewster. Second row; Sawyer Senio, Josh Zinger, Warner Schultz, Nikola Dopudj, Jake Simpson. Front row, goalies Daryan Smith, Devon Carroll.

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Will.i.am tries again SEES MISTAKES MADE IN SOLO CAREER, WANTS TO CORRECT

BY NICK PATCH THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — For all his zeitgeist-tapping chart-conquering as leader of the Black Eyed Peas, Will.i.am’s solo career has been curiously lacking in commercial success.

Songs About Girls, his third solo record released in 2007, just cracked the U.S. top 40 album chart but failed to ignite, and that was the highest any of his records has ascended.

And it’s unlikely anyone has spent more time thinking about that than Will.i.am himself.

“There’s reasons why it didn’t connect — I’ve spent many nights thinking about that,” the 37-yearold said during a recent interview in Toronto.

According to the pop-rap star, the album failed for a myriad of reasons: he began experimenting with dance music too early without collaborating with any credboosting electronic stars, he didn’t yet understand how to properly promote the record internationally and he chose the wrong song as the album’s first single, opting for the upbeat “I Got It From My Mama.”

“I didn’t listen to my gut — I listened to executives saying, ’We like this song! It’s catchy!”’ he said, relaxed but animated on the couch of a Toronto hotel room.

“That’s part of the reason why Songs About Girls didn’t do (more), because I didn’t really understand the science of how things worked at that point in my life.”

On this day, Will.i.am is in town to promote his fourth solo album, willpower.

It’s since been delayed until 2013 due to leaks, but Wednesday will mark the release of a new video for the icy Britney Spears club collaboration Scream & Shout, premiering during the evening broadcast of The X Factor.

Talking to the fashion-forward rap star, whose real name is William Adams, it’s clear that he has a deep understanding of the ebb

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Will.i.am at the 40th Anniversary American Music Awards. For all his zeitgeist-tapping chart-conquering as leader of the Black Eyed Peas, Will.i.am’s solo career has been curiously lacking in commercial success. and flow of pop trends.

At one point, he delves with almost overwhelming detail into the unique marketing needs of various countries — including France, Canada, the U.K., Japan, Brazil and Australia — rhyming off which press outlets in which countries are crucial for promotion.

He’s similarly strategic about monitoring the tide of pop music in general, hoping to hone in on which waves are worth riding.

“I like to be a sponge. Travel, sponge up culture,” he said, smiling. “I’m an anthropologist (of) pop culture ... so I will be a popthropologist.”

Goofy wordplay aside, he’s entirely serious about the art of music commerce.

But the group’s success is impossible to deny. They’ve won six Grammy Awards and racked up more than 18 platinum plaques in Canada, while sending five singles including I Gotta Feeling and Boom Boom Pow to the top of the charts.

And the influence of their trend-setting 2010 smash The E.N.D. — infused as it was with electronic dance music — cannot be denied. Will.i.am says that album wouldn’t have been possible without the lessons learned on Songs About Girls.

But he also says it took an understanding of general hip-hop trends over the past 25 years. According to the California native, rap music went through a cycle of hardened street material in the late ’80s — headlined by N.W.A. — then segued into a period of blithe, danceable material in the early ’90s.

He saw the pattern repeat with the popularity of such gritty rappers as 50 Cent and Ja Rule toward the beginning of the last decade, and was confident the pendulum would swing back.

“It was just bombardment — gangsta gangsta gangsta, hard hard hard. Where’s the release?

Oh shucks, it’s coming from this electro stuff,” he said.

LOS ANGELES — The Black Keys told a federal judge the band has settled copyright infringement lawsuits against Pizza Hut and The Home Depot claiming misuse of their music in commercials.

The band alleged the song Lonely Boy was improperly used to sell power tools, and Gold on the Ceiling to sell pizza.

The Grammy-winning band sued in June and both companies denied copying the songs.

Attorneys for the band informed a federal judge in Los Angeles of the Pizza Hut settlement on Monday. The settlement agreement with The Home Depot was reached earlier this month.

No details of the settlements were included in court filings. Stephen Holmes, a spokesman for The Home Depot, didn’t have an immediate comment.

Representatives for Pizza Hut and the band did not immediately return message seeking comment.

Attorneys expect to file formal dismissals.

Both songs appeared on the rock group’s seventh album, El Camino, which was released last year and has sold nearly 840,000 copies.

The Black Keys are comprised of Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney. Musician-producer Brian Burton, who is known as Danger Mouse, also sued the companies. Lonely Boy and Gold on the Ceiling both topped the Billboard alternative music chart after being released.

Vagina Monologues interviews planned Women wanting to take part in local Vagina Monologues performances are encouraged to apply for an interview by Monday.

The casting call for Eve Ensler’s play by the Central Alberta Aids Network Society includes potential planners and technicians as well as monologue readers and acting or media experience isn’t necessary.

Women are wanted from all cultural and ethnic backgrounds and who support ending violence against women and raising money and awareness.

Casting will be done by interview rather than audition. Book an interview by detailing why you’re interested and want to be involved and emailing it to events@caans.org. Interviews will be done next week.

The Vagina Monologues will take place on Feb. 8 and 9 at the Memorial Centre.

More information about The Vagina Monologues is available online at www.vday.org or by callings CAANS at 403-346-8858.

Eight bands to perform for Rock 4 Santa charity

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Comedy acoustic group The Dirrty Show will be part of Rock 4 Santa to benefit charity on Friday.

Unique gifts at juried show, sale One-of-a-kind Christmas gifts can be found at the Red Deer Arts Council’s Members Only, juried show and sale.

The exhibit that runs from Thursday to Jan. 1 at the Kiwanis Gallery at the Red Deer Public Library shows some of the best art that’s created locally.

The show features ceramics and paintings from 15 artists, both emerging and professional.

An opening reception will be held on First Friday, Dec. 7, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. with the artists in attendance.

Night at the Chelsea and seven other bands will Rock 4 Santa this week to benefit charity.

Each year, area rock bands donate their talents to play for a different non-profit.

All admission proceeds from this Rock 4 Santa event on Friday at the Vat will be donated to the Red Deer Food Bank, said Melody Wiklund, the singer with Night at the Chelsea.

Her Red Deer heavy rock group will play an acoustic set during Rock 4 Santa.

Music fans will also hear origi-

nal tunes from the comedy acoustic group The Dirrty Show, southern hard rockers Diesel May and punk/pop band Oldbury from Red Deer.

As well, gritty blues rockers The Frank from Blackfalds will perform, along with melodic/progressive rockers Looking East from Edmonton and metal band Silo from Calgary.

Tickets to the 8 p.m. show are $10 in advance from The Vat, The Soundhosue or Living Nutrition, or $15 at the door.

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Contest Closes: Midnight, Sunday, December 16, 2012 Draw Date: Wednesday, December 19, 2012

As an added feature, the music pauses at the end of each melody. Then, a simple “clap” starts the next song playing!

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Contest will run from November 15, 2012, to midnight, December 16, 2012. All entries must be received by closing date. Limit one entry per person per day to a maximum of 32 entries per person per location. Draw date is Wednesday, December 19, 2012. Photocopied entry forms will not be accepted. Prize winners will be notified by telephone. Prizes must be accepted as awarded and have no cash value. The contest is open to everyone except employees of participating businesses and of the Red Deer Advocate.

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KAHLER 1943-2012 Lawrence Walter Kahler was suddenly called home to be with his Savior Wednesday, November 21, 2012.

Lawrence was born in Trochu, Alberta, March 28, 1943 to Walter and Elsie Kahler. He married Janette Kramer on October 31, 1964.

They settled east of Trochu to farm and raise their three children. Shortly after retiring to Trochu in 1998, Janette passed away and then he met and married Donna Kinsey in 2002. He leaves to mourn his wife Donna, sons Bradley; Russell and Teresa (Allyson Nicole,Taryn); daughter Corrine and Marlin (Benett, Clayton, Jillian); Leanne (Denver, Zoe); Tyson and Sarah (Easton, Meegan); one sister Irene and Jim. He was predeceased by his first wife Janette Kahler, parents Walter and Elsie Kahler.

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The family wishes to thank t h e s t a ff a n d c a r e g i v e r s at Michener Centre for their dedication over the years. Cremation entrusted to Red Deer Funeral Home.

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SPIRIT OF SYLVAN YULETIDE FESTIVAL Fri. Nov. 30th 4:30-10pm & Sat. Dec. 1st 10am-6pm at the Medican Multiplex in Sylvan Lake.

Unique Christmas gifts/ goodies at the 45 Farmers’ Market vendors.

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Legal Assistant Experience in Real Estate and Corporate Commercial McElhaney Law office (403 ) 346 -2026 Web Developer & Tech Support Agent - Software company based in Red Deer hiring two FT positions.To apply, please see www.visual-eyes.ca/en Buying or Selling your home?

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IMMEDIATE OPENINGS Oil & Gas Well Testing Supervisors, Night Foremen, Exp’d/inexp’d Junior Day/Night Operators.

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Picker Operator Bed Truck Operator Winch truck operators All candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen. We offer exceptional wages and benefits for exceptional people. Fax resume and abstract to 403-314-2340 or email to safety@ providencetrucking.ca Looking for a new pet?

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Sawyer Oilfield Hauling

is looking for experienced RDA LEVEL II. class 1 drivers with winch Experience required.

WE are looking for experience. Please fax We need an outgoing LOOKING for a few good Rig Managers, Drillers, resume complete with dental assistant to assist Apples! Hiring part time Derrick and Floor hands abstract to (403)343-1922. a solo practitioner in our and full time kitchen line for the Red Deer area. restorative and cosmetic cooks... great flexibility, Snow Cat Operators Please contact dental practice. weekends a must!

Must have tickets and Steve Tiffin at Our emphasis is on Apply in person between equipment experience. stiffin@galleonrigs.com comprehensive dental 2 pm and 5 pm and ask for 403-348-1521 or or (403) 358-3350 care for our clients.

Angie or Amy. 403-391-1695 fax (403) 358-3326 A four day work week with COLTER PRODUCTION 4 weeks paid vacation TESTING SERVICES INC and a generous bonus plan makes this an Join Our Fast Growing excellent opportunityfor an Team and Secure Your outgoing dental assistant Future with our Optimum who is excited to provide Benefit Package quality comprehensive & RRSP’s!! dental care.

To arrange for an interview, please submit Production Testing resume and contact Personnel: Dr. Brian Saby Day & Night #100 3947-50a Ave. ASSOCIATIONS HEALTH & FITNESS Supervisors Red Deer. www.centralalbertahomebuilders.com www.antlerhillelkranch.com Phone 403-340-3434 & Field Operators Central AB Home Builders 403-346-5321 Peak Performance VA 227-2449 Fax 403-347-1377, www.reddeer.cmha.ab.ca E-mail: brian@saby.com • Qualified Day & Night www.liveyourlifebetter.com Canadian Mental Health Assoc.

Supervisors Lose weight naturally with Z-Trim www.realcamping.ca - (Must be able to provide LOVE camping and outdoors? www.dontforgetyourvitamins.net own work truck.) www.diabetes.ca The greatest vitamins in the world Farm Work • Field Operators Canadian Diabetes Assoc.

- Valid First Aid, H2S, www.matchingbonus123.usana.com www.mycommunityinformation.com driver’s license required!

CENTRAL AB FEEDLOT the best...just got better!! /cawos/index.html seeking year round F/T www.greathealth.org www.reddeerchamber.com Please see your website employee. General farm Cancer Diabetes DIET 350-9168 Chamber of Commerce 403-347-4491 @ www.colterenergy.ca work and farm machinery or contact us at operation.

BALLOON RIDES JOB OPPORTUNITIES 1-877-926-5837 Phone 403-556-9588 www.workopolis.com www.air-ristocrat.com fax 403-638-3908 or email Red Deer Advocate - Job Search Gary 403-302-7167 Your application will be dthengs@hotmail.com PET ADOPTION BUILDERS kept strictly confidential

TO LIST YOUR WEBSITE CALL 403-309-3300

755

Fluid Experts Ltd.

710

Fluid Experts of Red Deer is seeking experienced

Class 1 Operators

LPNs and CAREWORKERS NEEDED SERVERS & COOKS NEEDED

to haul clean fluids for the Oil & Gas Industry. Home every night, company benefits with exceptional pay structure. Must be able to work on their own with minimal supervision.

Compensation based on experience. Fax resume w/all tickets and current drivers abstract to: 403-346-3112 or email to: roger@fluidexperts.com

Send resume to Attention: Linda Robinson gmar@symphonyseniorliving.com or drop off in person at: 3100 - 22nd Street SENIOR LIVING In concert with your life

ASPEN RIDGE & INGLEWOOD

LINE LOCATOR ASSISTANT

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COWAN Debra May 1956-2012 Mrs. Debra May Cowan, of Alix, Alberta, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, November 23, 2012.

Debra was born February 22, 1956 in Red Deer to Ernie and Lillian Wilson. She was predeceased by her parents; Ernie and Lillian Wilson, and her brothers; Ben and Melvin Wilson. Debra is survived by her husband of 39 years, Randy Cowan of Alix, her sons; Dale (May) Cowan of Eckville, Darren (Lindsey) Cowan of Stettler and Jeremy (Colette) Cowan of Blackfalds, a n d h e r d a u g h t e r, H e i d i Cowan and girls of Blackfalds.

She also leaves behind her g r a n d c h i l d r e n ; Ty l e r a n d Reece Cowan, Jordyn Cowan, Morgan and Damian Cowan, Eden and Marlie Cowan.

Debra was a wonderful loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend, who had a huge unselfish heart and ear to match and would listen to and help anybody who needed her. She always had a smile and a wave for everybody she encountered and she always put family and friends first and herself last.

Debra had an amazing ability of absorbing people’s pain and sorrows and would always give back a loving hug and smile for you to wear. She was a dog lover, an avid camper and loved to read. She always supported local organizations that were dear to her heart. A celebration of her life will be held at the Alix Community Hall, Friday, November 30th, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Alto Reste Cemetery, on Hwy 11 East, R e d D e e r. I f y o u w i s h , donations in Debra’s name may made directly to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada, 600-60 St. Clair Avenue East, Toronto, ON M4T 1N5. Condolences for the late Debra Cowan may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.eventidefuneralchapels.com Arrangements entrusted to Rebekah Sealock EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPEL 4820 - 45th Street, Red Deer.

Phone (403) 347-2222.

720

CCCSI is hiring sanitation workers for the afternoon and evening shifts. Get paid weekly, $14.22/hr.

Call 403-348-8440 or fax 403-348-8463

Oilfield

First Aid, H2S and PSTS req’d. Need to be physically fit. Resume by fax 403-227-1398 or email info@accutechcanada.ca

www.reddeerspca.com Many Pets to Choose From

www.fantahomes.com 403-343-1083 or 403-588-9788 www.masonmartinhomes.com Mason Martin Homes 403-342-4544 www.truelinehomes.com True Line Homes 403-341-5933 www.jaradcharles.com BUILDER M.L.S

www.homesreddeer.com Help-U-Sell Real Estate5483

www.laebon.com Laebon Homes 403-346-7273 www.albertanewhomes.com Stevenson Homes. Experience the Dream.

www.lonsdalegreen.com Lonsdale Green Apartments

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES www.ultralife.bulidingonabudjet.com MLM’ers attract new leads for FREE!

CLUBS & GROUPS www.writers-ink.net Club for writers - meets weekly

REAL ESTATE RENTALS www.homefinders.ca Phone 403-340-3333

SHOPPING www.fhtmca.com/derekwiens Online Mega Mall 403-597-1854

VACATIONS www.radkeoutfitting.com AB Horseback Vacations 403-340-3971

COMPUTER REPAIR

WEB DESIGN

www.albertacomputerhygiene.com

affordablewebsitesolution.ca

AB, Computer Hygiene Ltd. 896-7523

Design/hosting/email $65/mo.

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TO PLACE AN AD

D2 RED DEER ADVOCATE Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012

is looking for

Assistant Manager, and 1st. Key starting wage 14/hr. plus monthly bonus, and health benefits. Also accepting for Full Time (40 hrs. a week) $12-$13 Part Time (20-30 hrs. a week) Apply in person or e-mail careers@metalsmiths.ca

850

Trades

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNICIANS

(Volkswagen Master Technician Required) Two full time, permanent positions in Red Deer, AB From $29.75/hr to $33.00/hr Vehicle maintenance, service, replace, fix, adjust systems and components, steering, brakes, suspension, transmission, electronics, electrical, engines and accessories.

Apply in person with resume and Volkswagen certification to: Dave @

Gary Moe Volkswagen 272136K28

Hwy 2, West Side Gasoline Alley

403.342.2923

DRYWALL helper req’d.

Exp. an asset. Must have own transportation.

403-341-7619

850

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850

Trades

Trades

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EXP’’D drywall tradesmen & laborers req’d, immed Phone 403-348-8640 EXP’D OPERATOR req’d MACHINIST/ for furnace and duct cleaning truck. Good cus- AREA SUPERVISOR tomer skills req’d. Good AFTERNOON SHIFT commission and opportuThe ideal candidate would nity for advancement in CNC Operators have knowledge of Oil this exciting growth DAYSHIFT Country Tubular Products, industry. supplemented with previous CNC Operators Email resume to brad@ pipe manufacturing DAYSHIFT comfortecheating.com or experience in a unionized QC Person fax 403-309-8302 industrial environment.

CNC Lathe experience EXPERIENCED repair Nexus Engineering is would be an asset. person req’d for local truck Currently looking for company. Work involves C.N.C OPERATORS. This position would be of all aspects of heavy truck interest to individuals who and trailer repair and disDUTIES INCLUDE, have 3 - 5 years of manteling. Must be • Set up of Mazak C.N.C previous supervisory l a t h e a n d r u n n i n g physically fit. HD Mechanexperience, possess production runs, min. 3 ic or equivelant experience strong communications We offer competitive years experience. skills, be a people-person, wages, benefits weekends possess strong computer off. Fax resume to Also currently hiring skills, be extremely well1-855-784-2330 or call a dayshift organized and be able to 1-877-787-2501 QC PERSON, mentor and coach members • Must be able to read Fluid Experts Ltd. of a production team. measuring devices Is looking a n d b l u e p r i n t s f o r for experienced Trucking inspection of machined Dispatcher to start immed. Salary will be commensurate with education & experience. parts.

Good Verbal, Writing, Texting and Computer Interested candidates may We offer competitive skills. Company Pickup, submit a resume to: wages, benefits and benefits, above avg. salary reddeerhr@evrazincna.com a RRSP plan. and great atmosphere.

Please forward resumes to Shipper / Receiver Clean Class 1 drivers resume@ AES INDUSTRIAL license c/w abstract. nexusengineering.ca SUPPLIES LTD. Completed Basic Training looking for an energetic/ Courses.

Will train the right CURRENTLY SEEKING enthusiastic individual for individual.

Heavy Duty our receiving department.

Fax Resume w/all tickets Fax resume to Mechanic and Driver`s Abstract to 403-342-0233 CVIP license a must 403-346-3112 or email to .Manufacturing and roger@fluidexperts.com SHUNDA Hydraulic system experience GOODMEN CONSTRUCTION an asset. Good hours, Requires Full Time ROOFING LTD. competitive wage & benefit Requires package. Fax resume to: Carpenters Helpers, 403-309-3360. and Labourers.

SLOPED ROOFERS Competitive Wages LABOURERS ESTABLISHED well known & Benefits. Fax resumes & & FLAT ROOFERS company looking for perref’s to: 403-343-1248 manent f/t hourly tapers or email to: Valid Driver’s Licence and p/t piece work tapers. admin@shunda.ca preferred. Fax or email Please fax resume to info@goodmenroofing.ca 403-782-0610 email: or (403)341-6722 ben@tpil.ca Truckers/ NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! Drivers

860

TANKMASTER RENTALS req’s FULL TIME

APPRENTICE MECHANIC

Invites applicants for:

JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN Red Deer Public Schools Please see:

Send resume to m.morton@tankmaster.ca or fax 403-340-8818

850

Trades

www.rdpsd.ab.ca

BUSY CENTRAL AB company req’s exp’d. Class 1 drivers to pull decks.

Assigned truck, exc. wages and benefits pkg. Paid extras. Family orientated.

Resume and abstract fax to 403-784-2330 or call 1-877-787-2501 Mon,. - Fri,. 8 a m to 6 pm F/T. Class 1 drivers to haul NGL butane Super B’s, must be over 25 yrs., EMAIL: dreaddriving@gmail.com

860

Truckers/ Drivers

EXPERIENCED

Vacuum & Water Truck operators req’d. to start immed.

CLASS 1 or 3 WITH Q All oilfield safety tickets req’d. Clean drivers abstract. Must comply with drug and alcohol policy.

References Req’d.

Exc. salary & benefits.

Fax resume to: 403-742-5376 hartwell@telus.net LOCAL ACID Transport company looking for exp’d’ F/T Class 1 truck driver & pressure truck operator.

Top wages and exc. benefit pkg.

Fax resume and driver’s abstract to 403-346-3766 CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS

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Gary Moe Volkswagen Hwy 2, Westside Gasoline Alley

FULL TIME PARTS PERSON Required Immediately Competitive plus renumeration Great Benefits Team Atmosphere

daveturnbull@ garymoe.com Gary Moe Volkswagen

273845L1

Invites applicants for:

JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER

Journeyman Technician

Red Deer Public Schools Please see:

www.rdpsd.ab.ca - Caretaking and Maintenance Staff for complete posting.

Successful candidate must be: • Customer service oriented.

• Energetic and physically fit.

We Offer: • Possibility for advancement.

• Ongoing professional training.

• Competitive remuneration.

• Excellent medical and dental benefits.

Fax resume in confidence to:

273845L1

Employment Opportunities

ADULT CARRIERS NEEDED for early morning delivery of Red Deer Advocate 6 days per week in MOUNTVIEW 83 Advocate $435/mo. $5229/yr 1-1/2 hrs. per day

Welding and Manufacturing Ltd. continues to grow!

ALSO

We are currently expanding staff levels in all of our departments to meet the demand of our productions facilities.

SOUTH HILL 83 Advocate $435/mo. $5229/YR. 1 Hr. per day.

If you would like to be a part of our growing and dynamic team of professionals in your field, we are currently seeking:

403.340.8420

JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN

2804 Gaetz Ave., Red Deer www.southsidereddeer.com

This is a full-time permanent shop position with competitive starting Wages and benefits packages including Health, RRSP and Tool Allowance programs.

Please Fax resume to 403-227-7796, or Email to hr@bilton.ca

Call Karen for more info 403-314-4317 273865K26-L1

273593K30

Extensive experience with the maintenance and repair of the electrical systems in buildings and general shop equipment is an asset.

Truckers/ Drivers

CLASSIFICATIONS

Call Classifieds 403-309-3300 classifieds@reddeeradvocate.com

INDIVIDUAL & BUSINESS Accounting, 30 yrs. of exp. with oilfield service companies, other small businesses and individuals RW Smith, 346-9351

Contractors

1100

BRIAN’S DRYWALL Framing, drywall, taping, textured & t-bar ceilings, 36 yrs exp. Ref’s. 392-1980

COUNTERTOPS

Wes Wiebe 403-302-1648 DALE’S Home Reno’s Free estimates for all your reno needs. 403-506-4301 RMD RENOVATIONS Bsmt’s, flooring, decks, etc.

Call Roger 403-348-1060 SIDING, Soffit, Fascia Prefering non- combustible fibre cement, canexel & smart board, Call Dean @ 302-9210.

Escorts

1165

*LEXUS* 403-392-0891 INDEPENDENT BEAUTIFUL college girl ROXY 403-848-2300

EDEN

587-877-7399 10am- 2am LEXI, Blonde, Babe, 27. No Agency Fees 403-396-8884

Escorts

1165

EROTICAS PLAYMATES Girls of all ages www.eroticasplaymates.net 403-598-3049 Need a playmate?

403-550-0732 mydiamondgirls.org

Fireplaces

1175

TIM LLOYD. WETT certified.

Inspections, installs, chimney sweeps & service 403-340-0513

Handyman Services

1200

F & J Renovations. We do it all. Good rates and references available so call John at 403-307-3001 jbringleson@shaw.ca GREYSTONE Handyman Services. Reasonable rates. Ron, 403-396-6089

Massage Therapy

1280

* NEW * Executive Touch.

Relaxation massage for men. 5003A - Ross St. Mon-Fri 11am-6pm 348-5650 CHINESE MASSAGE new owner, free parking, 4606 48 Ave. Open 7 a.m.9 p.m. 7 days a wk.

Phone 403-986-1691

Massage Therapy

1280

Gentle Touch Massage 4919 50 St. New rear entry, lots of parking 403-341-4445 MASSAGE ABOVE ALL WALK-INS WELCOME 4709 Gaetz Ave. 346-1161

VII MASSAGE

Feeling overwhelmed?

Hard work day? Come in and let us pamper you.

Pampering at its best. #7 7464 Gaetz Ave.(rear entrance if necessary) www.viimassage.biz In/Out Calls to Hotels 403-986-6686

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Services

LANCASTER AREA 77 papers $412/mo.

Adams Close/ Adair Ave.

DEER PARK Dempsey St. area $45/mo.

ALSO Duston St. Donnelly Crsc., area Densmore Crs. Dale Close $270/mo.

LANCASTER 1/2 of Lampard Crsc $65/mo.

ALSO Lenon Close, Lacey Close, Landry Bend area $76/mo.

ALSO Logan Close Lee St. & Lawrence Crsc. area $158/mo.

MICHENER West of 40th Ave. North of Ross St. area $245.00/mo.

Good for adult w/a small car .

ROSEDALE AREA 72 papers $386/mo.

DEER PARK Dempsey St. area 79 papers $423/mo.

ALSO Davison Dr. area 101 papers $541/mo.

Something for Everyone Everyday in Classifieds

ADULT & Youth Carrier Needed For Delivery of Flyers, Express & Sunday Life in

1290

5* JUNK REMOVAL

Property clean up 340-8666 CENTRAL PEST CONTROL LTD. Comm/res. Locally owned.

403-373-6182 cpest@shaw.ca FREE removal of all kinds of unwanted scrap metal.

No household appliances 403-396-8629

IRONMAN Scrap Metal Recovery is picking up scrap again! Farm machinery, vehicles and industrial.

Serving central Alberta.

403-318-4346

Painters/ Decorators

Isbister Close Issard Close

ALSO Clearview Ridge Timberlands area 59 papers $376/mo.

Call Jamie 403-314-4306 for more info

LANCASTER AREA Lancaster Drive Lindsay Ave. Lagrange Crsc SUNNYBROOK AREA Scott St./Somerset Close.

Sunnyside Crsc.

CARRIERS REQUIRED to deliver the Central AB. Life Within the towns of Blackfalds Lacombe Ponoka Stettler

VANIER AREA Viscount Dr./ Voisin Crsc Call Prodie @ 403- 314-4301 for more info

Call Rick at 403-314-4303

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CIRCULATION Service Runner (Part Time)

Do You: - Want extra income - Possess a clean, valid drivers license - Have a friendly attitude - Enjoy customer service - Want part-time work (12 to 22 hours per week)

Top wages paid based on experience Assigned units Scheduled days off Valid safety tickets an asset

LAUREL TRUDGEON Residential Painting and Colour Consultations.

403-342-7801.

Fax resume to Human Resources 403-845-5370 Or E-mail: hr@pidherneys.com

Start your career!

See Help Wanted CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS

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TO ORDER HOME DELIVERY OF THE ADVOCATE CALL OUR CIRCULATION DEPARTMENT 314-4300

Community Support Worker Accepting registrations for 6 mo. Community Support Worker Program. Incld’s

GED, Career Planning & Work Experience.

As part of our customer service team, you will be Funding may be avail. dispatched in response to which incl. tuition, living service concerns to delivallowance, and books. ery newspapers and flyers 403-340-1930 to customers or carriers. A RIVERSIDE Academic Express delivery vehicle is proMEADOWS Adult Education & vided.

Training Hours of shifts are Monday www.academicexpress.ca 59 & 60 St. through Friday 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. or longer, and/or CUSTOMER SERVICE afternoon shifts Monday to A locally owned industrial ********** Friday 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.. supply company is looking Please call Joanne Saturday and Sunday, 7 for an energetic person for a.m.-11 a.m. or longer inside sales. E-mail at 403-314-4308 resume to mark@ Submit resume, indicating aesreddeer.com “Service Runner Position”, F/T Cashier/Postal Clerk. along with your drivers Apply in person abstract immediately to: w/resume: Highland Green ADULT & YOUTH careers@ Value Drug Mart.

CARRIERS reddeeradvocate.com or mail to: NEEDED GREENHOUSE Workers Human Resources wanted at Meadowbrook for delivery of 2950 Bremner Avenue Greenhouses, Penhold Red Deer, AB. T4N 5G3 Flyers 14 F/T seasonal positions. or fax to: 403-341-4772 Training provided. Start Red Deer Express Feb. 2013. $9.75/ hr, & Red Deer We thank all applicants for 44 hrs./ 5 days per week, Life Sunday in their interest, however, 4 month period. Fax only selected candidates resume 403-886-2252 will be contacted.

MOUNTVIEW LOOKING for a dynamic WEST LAKE DISPATCHER req’d. individual with superior Knowledge of Red Deer organizational skills to fill and area is essential. a position within a fast Call Karen Good communication, paced business environfor more info skills both verbal and writment. A person with 403-314-4317 ten. Must have effective Simply Accounting, Parts, time management skills Shipping & Receiving an Classifieds...costs so little and able to multi task in a asset. Fax resume to: Saves you so much! fast paced environment.

403-314-9011.

Experience preferred, but Celebrate your life will train suitable applicant. with a Classified Send resume by fax to 403-346-0295 ANNOUNCEMENT

ORIOLE PK WEST Oberg, Orchid, Oscar Cr & Overand Place

NEWSPAPER CARRIERS REQUIRED for Afternoon delivery in Bowden & Innisfail.

Please contact QUITCY

at 403-314-4316 or email qmacaulay@ reddeeradvocate.com

End Dump Drivers Truck and Wagon Drivers Super B Drivers Lowbed Drivers

1310

Baile Cl. /Boyce St. Beatty Crs./Barrett Dr. Brown Cl./Baird St Barrett Dr./Baird St INGLEWOOD AREA

ONLY 4 DAYS A WEEK

Call Jamie 403-314-4306 for more info

ANDERS AREA

BOWER AREA

DRIVEN TO EXCEL FROM START TO FINISH

• • • •

To Advertise Your Business or Service Here

1010

FOR FLYERS, RED DEER SUNDAY LIFE AND EXPRESS ROUTES IN:

Pidherney’s is growing and requires experienced Class 1 drivers to work out of our NEW Blackfalds facility:

1000-1430

Accounting

For delivery of Red Deer Advocate by 6:30 a.m.

Mon. through Fri. & 8:00. .am. on Saturday in

860

wegotservices

880

For delivery of Flyers, Express and Sunday Life in

JOHNSTONE PARK Jacobs Close James, Johns St. & Jewell St.

daveturnbull@ garymoe.com

Misc.

Help

CARRIERS NEEDED

Required Immediately

Please send resume to:

880

ADULT CARRIERS NEEDED

GLENDALE Gunn St. & Goodacre Close

We require a process driven person for this position.

Misc.

Help

ADULT or YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED

SERVICE ADVISOR

Great Benefits

REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY

880

Please send resume to:

Competitive plus renumeration

Employment Opportunities - Caretaking and Maintenance Staff for complete posting.

Misc.

Help

SUBWAY All Red Deer Locations Hiring Immediately

Food Counter Attendants Are you looking for a career opportunity with excellent benefits, a mature working environment and opportunity to advance? If so, Subway has a position for you!

Please apply online @ mysubwaycareer.com or Drop resume off in person at 180, 6900 Taylor Drive Or email to careers@rdsubway.com or Call us at 403-342-0203

880

PAINTING BY DAVE Interior, Exterior, New Construction. Comm/Indust.

2 Journeyman w/over 50 yrs exp. %15 discount for seniors. Free estimates.

All work guaranteed.

403-307-4798

Seniors’ Services

1372

ATT’N: SENIORS Are you looking for help on small reno’s or jobs, such as, new bathroom sink, toilets or safety bars in bath tubs. Call James 403- 341-0617 HELPING HANDS For Seniors. Cleaning, cooking, companionship in home or in facility.

Call 403-346-7777 Better For Cheaper with a Low Price Guarantee. helpinghandshomesupport.com TOO MUCH STUFF? Let Classifieds help you sell it.

is expanding its facility to double production.

We are currently seeking the following to join our team in Blackfalds for all shifts:

- Concrete Finishers - Carpenters/Woodworkers Top Wages paid based on experience. Full Benefits and Uniform Package included.

Visit our website for more detailed job descriptions at www. eaglebuilders.ca. Applicants are able to apply online or fax resumes to Human Resources 403-885-5516 or e-mail: k.kooiker@eaglebuilders.ca.

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METALSMITHS Bower Mall

850

Trades

273147K28

830

Sales & Distributors

RED DEER ADVOCATE Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012 D3

FAST TRACK PHOTOS Call 403-309-3300 get your Call 309-3300 toto get your vehicle vehicle pictured pictured here here

DO YOU HAVE AN ATV TO SELL? ADVERTISE IT IN THE FAST TRACK, Call 309-3300.

DO YOU HAVE A TENT TRAILER TO SELL? ADVERTISE IT IN THE FAST TRACK, Call 309-3300.

2003 FORD 150 Lariat, 4x4 tow pkg., new tires, $5900 1992 18FT. TRAVEL Trailer, dual wheels, both in exc. cond. $5000. Both for $9900.

403-843-6858

2005 HONDA ACCORD EXL sunroof, $12888, 348-8788 Sport & Import

2007 LINCOLN MARK LT 4x4, lthr., nav., $26,888 403- 348- 8788 Sport & Import

2009 CAMRY XLE V6, loaded, leather, GPS, keyless locks, like new. $19,975. 403-782-3690

1967 CHEVY PICKUP 5000 km on complete restoration. $9500.

403-340-8407 or 403-877-2909

1999 POLARIS RANGER 6X6 one owner, low hours, 3500 warn winch, $7888 403-348-8788 Sport & Import

2003 Hyundai Tiburon FWD 106,300 kms., $7888 7620-50 Av Sport & Import 403-348-8788

TWO 2005 HONDA quads, 4x4, 400/500. $4500 each, nice shape, 4000/4600 kms 403-348-9746

2007 PONTIAC G6 SE sedan. Lady driven, loaded.

103,000 km. $7300.

403-348-9746

DO YOU HAVE A DIRT BIKE TO SELL? ADVERTISE IT IN THE FAST TRACK, Call 309-3300.

1984 CORVETTE new engine alum. heads, $11,888 7620- 50 Ave, Sport & import

DO YOU HAVE A SPORTS CAR TO SELL? ADVERTISE IT IN THE FAST TRACK, Call 309-3300.

2004 BMW 330 convertible leather, ,$13,888 7620 - 50 Ave Sport & Import

2005 MINI COOPER FWD, 77,596 kms., $17,888 348- 8788 Sport & Import

2008 CHARGER 3.5L Exc. cond. 84,000 careful kms.

Service & fuel economy records avail. Asking $10,750. 403-346-8299 or 403-506-9994

2009 F250 HD 4x4 XLT Super crew, loaded, command start, great shape inside & out $10,900.

403-348-9746

1993 FORD Ranger, paint like new, 4x4, s/b, V6 auto., $3500. obo.

403-347-5500

2000 TOYOTA 4Runner 196,000 kms., $10,400. obo 403-597-5972

2004 CELICA GT FWD, lthr., sunroof, $12,888 348-8788 Sport & Import

2006 CADILLAC CTS -V L- S2 engine, lteather., nav., 100551 kms., $22888 348-8788 Sport & Import

DO YOU HAVE A TRUCK TO SELL? ADVERTISE IT IN THE FAST TRACK, Call 309-3300.

DO YOU HAVE A CAR TO SELL? ADVERTISE IT IN THE FAST TRACK, Call 309-3300.

1996 FORD TAURUS mint, loaded, 125,000 miles, senior lady driven $2000 obo, 403-887-4981

2001 CADILLAC Deville Sunroof, heated seats, leather, DVD, 126,500 kms exc. cond. in/out. $6500. 403-342-0587

DO YOU HAVE

DO YOU HAVE A BOAT TO SELL? ADVERTISE IT IN THE FAST TRACK, Call 309-3300.

2008 FORD F-350 LARIAT 4x4, turbo diesel, htd.nav., $35,888, 348-8788 Sport & Import

2010 DODGE Power Wagon 2500 SLT 4x4, winch $26,888 403-348-8788 Sport & Import

1997 FORD Ranger

DO YOU HAVE A TRUCK CAMPER TO SELL? ADVERTISE IT IN THE FAST TRACK, Call 309-3300.

2004 DODGE 1/2 ton quad cab 4x4. New tires. Great cond. $7000.

403-506-9632

2006 LAND ROVER HSE AWD, leather, nav., $28888 7620-50 Av Sport & Import 348-8788

2008 Ford F150 4X4 Supercrew XLT 143,600 km $17,900 obo.

Tow pkg. backup camer Very Good Condition.

403-358-9646

DO YOU HAVE A HEAVY TRUCK TO SELL? ADVERTISE IT IN THE FAST TRACK, Call 309-3300.

1998 GMC Safari.

153,503 km. AWD, V6, tow pkg. Exc. cond. $4500.

403-343-9366

2001 DODGE Ram 1500. Q/cab. loaded 403-596-6995

2004 ESCAPE LTD. leather, AWD, sunroof, $9888 348-8788 Sport & Import

2006 PONTIAC Montana All wheel drive SV6 7 pass. loaded, automatic side door DVD, just like new, only 147,000 km. $6850. 403-348-9746

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WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is taking his case to the American people as he pressures Republicans to allow tax increases on the wealthy while extending tax cuts for families earning $250,000 or less in order to avoid the looming austerity crisis known as the fiscal cliff.

The White House said Tuesday that the president wants to build support for his approach to avoid the acrossthe-board tax increases and steep spending cuts in defence and domestic programs that will take effect Jan. 1 if Obama and a divided Congress can’t reach a deal to avoid it.

The “fiscal cliff” was the result of last summer’s budget and debt deal between Obama and congressional Republicans. They were intended to drive the supercommittee — evenly divided between Democrats and Republicans — to strike a compromise. But the panel deadlocked and the warring combatants have spent more time since then blaming each other for the looming cuts than seeking ways to avoid them.

Experts warn the “fiscal cliff” could send the U.S. into another recession, and both Obama and Congress agree that it could harm the country’s economic recovery, but an agreement still appears far from assured.

Obama will meet with small business owners at the White House on Tuesday and with middle-class families on Wednesday. The president’s visit to a small business in Pennsylvania on Friday will cap a week of public outreach and mark Obama’s first public event outside the capital since winning re-election.

Obama’s approach this week was quickly criticized by Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell, who said that “rather than sitting down with lawmakers of both parties and working out an agreement, he’s back out on the campaign trail, presumably with the same old talking points we’re all familiar with.”

House of Representatives Speaker John Boehner, a Republican, has pushed for raising additional revenue through reducing tax loopholes instead of raising tax rates on wealthy Americans. He and other Republicans argue that the higher rates would also hurt some small businesses and hinder economic growth.

The White House has countered that the president will not sign legislation that extends current tax rates for the top 2 per cent of income earners, or those households with incomes over $250,000.

White House officials have expressed a willingness to discuss changes to the programs that provide health insurance to the poor and elderly, but they oppose addressing Social Security, the government pension program, as part of the fiscal discussions.

Boehner and Republican leaders planned to meet Wednesday with members of a bipartisan coalition of former members of Congress and business leaders that has advocated cuts in spending in major health care programs as well as changes in the tax code to raise more money but also to lower rates.

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First section of shelter for Chornobyl plant raised

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS CHORNOBYL NUCLEAR POWER STATION, Ukraine — Workers have raised the first section of a colossal arch-shaped structure that eventually will cover the exploded nuclear reactor at the Chornobyl power station.

Project officials on Tuesday hailed the raising as a significant step in a complex effort to clean up the consequences of the 1986 explosion, the world’s worst nuclear accident. Upon completion, the shelter will be moved on tracks over the building containing the destroyed reactor, allowing work to begin on dismantling the reactor and disposing of radioactive waste.

Suma Chakrabati, president of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, which is leading the project, called Tuesday “a very significant milestone, which is a tribute to the ongoing commitment of the international donor community, and an important step towards overcoming the legacy of the accident.”

The shelter, shaped like a gargantuan Quonset hut, will be 257 metres by 150 metres (843 feet by 492 feet) when completed and at its apex will be higher than the Statue of Liberty.

The April 26, 1986, accident in the then-Soviet republic of Ukraine sent a cloud of radioactive fallout over much of Europe and forced the evacuation of about 115,000 people from the plant’s vicinity. A 30-kilometre (19-mile) area directly around the plant remains largely off-limits and the town of Pripyat, where the plant’s workers once lived, today is a ghostly ruin of deteriorating apartment towers.

At least 28 people have died of acute radiation sickness from close exposure to the shattered reactor and more than 6,000 cases of thyroid cancer have been detected in people who, as children or adolescents, were exposed to high levels of fallout after the blast.

Officials who showed reporters around the construction site Tuesday were clearly delighted at the colossus taking shape before them, but concerned about the challenges ahead.

The shelter is to be moved over the reactor building by the end of 2015 — a deadline that no one wants to miss given that the so-called sarcophagus hastily built over the reactor building after the 1986 explosion has an estimated service life of about 30 years.

The arch now under construction is only one of two segments that will eventually form the shelter, and so

Photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Construction workers assist in the assembly of a gigantic steel-arch to cover the remnants of the exploded reactor at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Chernobyl, Ukraine, Tuesday. The new safe confinement, a structure that is being built over reactor 4 damaged in 1986 as a result of the world’s worst nuclear accident, will cover a hastily built sarcophagus, which was erected shortly after the explosion. far it’s only been raised to a height of 22 metres (72 feet). More structural elements have to be added before it reaches its full height of 108 metres (354 feet), and the work so far has taken seven months.

“There’s no room for error ... the schedule is very tight,” said Vince Novak, director of the EBRD’s nuclear safety department, who added that staying within budget is also a concern.

The overall shelter project is budgeted at C1.54 billion ($2 billion) — C1 billion ($1.3 billion) of that for the structure itself — and much uncertainty lies ahead. One particular concern is dismantling the plant’s chimney, which must be taken down before the shelter is put in place.

The chimney is lined with radioac-

tive residue that could break up and enter the atmosphere as it is taken apart. Laurin Dodd, managing director of the shelter project management group, said some sort of fixative will have to be applied to the chimney’s interior.

“This is one of the most challenging parts, because it’s an unknown,” he said.

Other possible delays could come if excavations for the shelter’s foundation uncover radioactive waste or even buried machinery. Dodd said other excavations unearthed several bulldozers and cranes that had to be decontaminated.

Even when the shelter is in place, the area around the reactor building will remain hazardous. The shelter is aimed only at blocking radioactive

material from escaping when the reactor is being dismantled; it won’t block radiation itself.

But when the dismantling and cleanup work is complete, the radiation danger will decline.

How long that would take is unclear, but officials on Tuesday allowed themselves to envision a happier Chornobyl a century from now, with the plant’s director speculating that the huge shelter may even become a tourist attraction.

Plant director Igor Gramotkin drew a parallel between the shelter and the Eiffel Tower.

“Originally, that was intended to be destroyed. But I think this (shelter) will be so impressive that even in 100 years people will come to look at it,” he said.

Mexican soldiers say beauty Ireland to decide on new legal queen used as human shield framework for live-saving abortions James Reilly said the government next month would choose an option outlined in the experts’ report. “We will not allow this issue to drag on,” he said.

Reilly then accidentally appeared to show the government’s hand, saying legislation would be passed “as quickly as possible.”

The point is politically significant, because the experts said the government could choose to draft medical regulations that did not require lawmakers’ approval.

A legislative bill would require the government to deliver a parliamentary majority.That could be difficult in the mostly Catholic country, which has a constitutional ban on abortion.

Reilly’s own party, Fine Gael, broadly opposes abortion rights. After he twice denied saying what he had just actually said, Reilly conceded, “Well then that’s obviously a slip of the tongue.”

The long-avoided issue has become a matter of public urgency following international outrage

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In this April 26 photo, Maria Susana Flores Gamez poses for a story about her upcoming participation in a beauty pageant in China, in Culiacan, Mexico.

Flores, who was voted the 2012 Woman of Sinaloa in a beauty pageant in February, was killed in northern Mexico on Nov. 24 during a running gun battle between soldiers and the gang of drug traffickers she was traveling with. and friends,” the statement said.

Neither the state nor national pageants responded to requests for comment on Flores Gamez’s death.

It was at least the fourth documented case of a beauty queen or pageant contestant becoming involved with Mexican drug traffickers, the theme of the critically acclaimed 2011 movie “Miss Bala,” or “Miss Bullet,” Mexico’s official submission to the Best Foreign Language Film category of Academy Awards.

The film tells the story of a young woman competing for Miss Baja California who becomes an unwilling participant in a drug-running ring, finally getting arrested for deeds she was forced into performing.

In real life, top Si-

naloa cartel drug lord Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman married local beauty queen Emma Coronel, who later crossed into the United States to give birth to twin girls in 2011.

In 2008, former Miss Sinaloa Laura Zuniga was stripped of her crown in the Hispanoamerican Queen pageant after she was detained that year on suspicion of drug and weapons violations. She was later released without charges.

In 2011, a Colombian former model and pageant contestant was detained along with Jose Jorge Balderas, an accused drug trafficker and suspect in the 2010 bar shooting of Salvador Cabanas, a former star for Paraguay’s national football team and Mexico’s Club America. She was also later released.

DUBLIN, Ireland — Ireland published an experts’ report Tuesday recommending that the government define when a woman in a life-threatening pregnancy can receive an abortion, a major national issue since the death last month of an Indian woman in an Irish hospital.

The report represents Ireland’s slow official response to a 2010 European Court of Human Rights ruling that existing Irish laws did not ensure that women in life-threatening pregnancies could receive an abortion. Ireland has a constitutional ban on abortion, but such terminations have been technically legal in Ireland since a 1992 Irish Supreme Court ruling.

Several governments since have refused to pass backing legislation, leaving doctors unsure when they actually can perform them without facing lawsuits or criminal prosecution for murder. Health Minister

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CULIACAN, Mexico — A Mexican beauty queen killed over the weekend in a shootout between suspected drug traffickers and soldiers likely was being used as a human shield, a federal official said Tuesday.

Maria Susana Flores Gamez, crowned 2012 Woman of Sinaloa in February, came out of the car first with a gun in her hands during the confrontation, with the other gunmen hiding behind her, according to the official from the attorney general’s office.

He spoke on condition of anonymity because of the ongoing investigation.

The official said he read the military report of Saturday’s shootout in Flores Gamez’s hometown of Guamuchil in western Sinaloa state, home to Mexico’s most powerful cartel of the same name. The attorney general’s investigators are still trying to determine if the 20-year-old fired the gun she was holding.

The report said she went down in a hail of gunfire. She was found dead near an assault rifle along with two others.

“They used the woman as a human shield,” the official said.

The slender, 5-foot-7inch brunette had competed with seven other contestants for the more prestigious state beauty contest, Miss Sinaloa, but didn’t win. Miss Sinaloa state winners compete for the Miss Mexico title, whose holder represents the country in the international Miss Universe pageant.

Mexico’s Ximena Navarrete was crowned Miss Universe in 2010.

Local media outlets continue to misidentify Flores Gamez on Tuesday as Miss Sinaloa.

The organizers of the Miss Sinaloa pageant issued a statement on the pageant’s Facebook page, seeking to make clear Flores Gamez was not their queen.

The misidentification “damages the image and tranquility of our queens, their families

over the case of Savita Halappanavar, a woman 17 weeks pregnant who died Oct. 28 one week after being admitted to a Galway hospital suffering from severe pain.

Halappanavar was quickly diagnosed with an imminent miscarriage but doctors refused her pleas for an abortion because the doomed fetus still had a heartbeat.

The fetus died Oct. 24, its remains were removed, then Halappanavar fell gravely ill within hours and her organs gradually failed. A coroner determined she died from blood poisoning and the contraction of e.coli bacteria. Two governmentordered investigations are trying to determine whether the Galway hospital failed in its care and whether Halappanavar’s life could have been saved had she received an abortion.

Mark Kelly, director of the rights lobbying group, said the government “should seize the opportunity to thoroughly overhaul Ireland’s antediluvian laws on abortion.”

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