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Ronald McDonald House Central Alberta celebrates one year More than 210 families accommodated at facility in first 12 months of operation

BY ERIN FAWCETT Red Deer Express

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ne year ago today the first families were moving into the Ronald McDonald House in Red Deer as the facility officially opened its doors.

Since then, 212 families have stayed at the House.

“It’s surprising that it has been a year.

It feels like we were just doing the opening not too long ago,” said Larry Mathieson, executive director of Ronald McDonald House Central Alberta.

The 11-suite, 27,000 sq. ft. facility, located at 3908 50 Ave., is built to hospital standards to ensure the wellness of children who are recuperating from illness as well as the family members staying with them. The charge for a family to stay in the House is $12 per night.

There is also a room in the House for families who live close by but are spending their days at the hospital with loved ones.

Each floor is equipped with washers and dryers as well as a sitting area with a television. There is also a ‘magic room’ where kids can forget about their family’s stresses and play in the secret toy room. A large kitchen is the focal point of the main floor, which also showcases a library and sitting area as well as a playroom and a craft room.

Twelve million dollars was raised to build the facility. Operating costs are about $1.1 million annually and fundraising is ongoing to raise that money.

One of the surprises that the staff has seen in the first year of operation at the Ronald McDonald House is that families who require the facility are coming from all over Alberta.

“We do get a lot of families from Central Alberta but it has surprised us with the number of families we’ve had from outside Central Alberta as well. It’s kind of an Alberta resource when we typically thought it would be a Central Alberta resource,” said Mathieson.

Mathieson said compared to the Ronald McDonald House in Calgary, the Red Deer facility has a little bit more of a quicker turnover.

“The families are staying for a shorter period of time in Red Deer which of course is good news. A lot of the families we’re seeing are in the special care nursery or the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit) and when those babies can go home it means they are hitting good birth weights and they’re eating on their own. The average in terms of days is probably just a few days less in Red Deer. The average stay is 11 days or so.”

Mathieson said since the beginning

CELEBRATION – Ronald McDonald helps volunteer Shawna Allwright prepare a meal for guests at the House. The Ronald McDonald House is Tanis Reid/Red Deer Express celebrating its first year anniversary today. there has also been overwhelming support from volunteers and supporters.

“Before we even built the House we had people wanting to sign up as volunteers.

Central Alberta has been tremendously supportive even for a couple of years before we opened when we started raising they money.

“A charity like ours relies on some big donations and certainly we’ve had those, but the number of schools collecting pop can tabs or collecting pennies, the small business raising funds or the 4-H Clubs donating to us – those groups have been amazing and they’ve just continued.”

Looking ahead, Mathieson said they expect to serve even more families in their second year than they did in their first.

“One of the things is to continue to continuing the programs in the House like

the Home for Dinner program. It allows the families to spend more time at bedside with their children in the hospital as opposed to worrying about meals. We’re hoping to max that program out this year.”

Julie and Justin Roth, who live in Consort, stayed at the Ronald McDonald House after their twin boys Carson and Connor were born six weeks early. They are now four months old.

“We delivered at the Royal Alex (Royal Alexandra Hospital) and I was there for about a week. The day I was discharged they said they were going to transfer us to Red Deer without really any warning.

They said we could stay at the Ronald McDonald House,” said Julie.

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“Our experience was great. It was so much better than a hotel and you didn’t have to worry about the cost of a hotel. We had our own room with comfortable beds and there were home-cooked meals. The staff there would ask how your day was everyday and they had craft night and other activities if you needed a distraction from all that was going on,” said Julie. “The staff are very compassionate, friendly and supportive.”

She added she is grateful for the Ronald McDonald House and for the opportunity to stay at the facility.

“I’m so glad we had our babies when we did and there was a place for us and that it wasn’t booked up yet. It’s a pretty amazing place.”

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Education minister visits City and hears concerns

BY KIRSTEN PALARDY Red Deer Express

Alberta Education Minister Jeff Johnson was in Red Deer Monday as a part of his cross-province tour to meet with school boards

and find out what is important in each community. “(The school boards) don’t have much time to spend one-on-one to talk about what’s important to them and their community.

Over the last three months

I’ve travelled the province to meet with every school board and ask how we can help them and what’s on their minds,” said Johnson.

He said a common concern for school boards is the budget.

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“When most of the provincial budget is education and health you can’t come out with a tight budget and constrain costs without impacting those two ministries.”

Johnson said local school boards are experiencing what some other communities have and that is the challenges of growth.

“Some of those growth pressures bring a lot of demand. The school boards want to make sure the province, in these fiscal times where we’re going to have to show some constraint, is not

going to sacrifice the investment in infrastructure.”

He said what impressed him about the Red Deer school boards is the willingness to develop partnerships not only with each other but with others in the community to create the best programs and services possible for the kids in the community.

At present, Johnson has given a proposal to the Alberta School Board Association and the Alberta Teachers’ Association but he was unwilling to com-

ment on the specifics.

“I won’t comment on the terms of that proposal out of respect for those two groups to give them time to digest it and talk with their members about it.”

He added he hopes to see a long-term provincewide deal to help ease the concern of fiscal restraint impacting the quality of service within Alberta’s school systems.

Johnson expects a decision to made in regards to his proposal by the end of week.

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BY ERIN FAWCETT Red Deer Express A new speaker series at the Donald School of Business is set to launch next week and officials are excited about the first keynote speaker.

Jim Harris, author of Blindsided, and a leading Canadian futurist, is set to talk to students and the City’s business community March 5th.

Harris, who hails from Toronto, will speak to students during the day, and the public is encouraged to listen to his presentation in the evening at City Centre Stage (4922 49 St.). Networking and refreshments will take place at 4:30 p.m. followed by Harris’ presentation of ‘Leadership & Change, Innovation & Creativity’ at 5:30 p.m.

Harris teaches business people how to identify early warning signs and to put in place systems to prevent their organization from being blindsided by their competition. He works with leading businesses and Fortune 500 companies, and writes regularly for a number of publications, including the Globe and Mail and Profit magazine.

“The talk is really going to be based on the book. How companies can avoid being blindsided because we are seeing it happen all the time.” He added an example of that would be when Netflix came out Blockbuster eventually closed its doors because it couldn’t compete.

In addition, he will also give advice to business students who are set to enter the workforce in the near future. He added

they are facing a number of obstacles as they graduate.

“The students face a big challenge in the sense that in general across Canada graduating students are finding it challenging to not just find a job in their area but to find a job. And so the advice I give is to focus on what I call the funnel theory,” he said.

“When I came back to Canada after traveling for four years after finishing university I wanted to have a job. I got a job but it was in telemarketing. I had this terrible job for six weeks. During those six weeks it gave me cash to tread water. During those six weeks I applied to 300 different jobs. From those 300 applications I got 12 interviews.

That is a 96 per cent failure rate. I only got four interviews per 100 applications.

“Firstly I think for job seekers they can’t take things personally. And secondly is to put a lot into the funnel to get stuff out that is going to be of value to you.”

Meanwhile, the event marks what will be a bi-annual series that will bring leading business thinkers into downtown Red Deer to the City Centre Stage that RDC recently acquired. “This is a great opportunity for businesses in our community to network and it fits into our vision to connect learners and businesses in our region through marquee events,” says Darcy Mykytyshyn, dean of the Donald School of Business.

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Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Petition to circulate to allow plebiscite on ward system

BY KIRSTEN PALARDY Red Deer Express

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PUBLIC NOTICES Notice is hereby given that at its meeting to be held on Tuesday, March 5, 2013, the Council of Red Deer County will consider the following bylaw.

CLOSURE OF ROAD ALLOWANCE Bylaw No. 2013/1 – a bylaw for the closure of Range Road 21 located between NE 11 and NW 12, 39-2-5 at the shoreline of Sylvan Lake to provide for the installation of a barrier to restrict vehicle access to the lake at this location; foot access to Sylvan Lake will continue to be provided.

After a Notice of Motion regarding a plebiscite on a ward system in Red Deer failed at City council, local resident Garfield Marks has taken it upon himself to see that Red Deerians are given a voice in the matter.

“I’ve heard from a lot of people that they want a plebiscite to decide on this matter, and after it was defeated in council they said a petition with 10,000 signatures was the only way to go,” said Marks.

He said the idea started because he saw a lack of communication between council and the public. He wrote the letter last fall and “Started hearing from 300 plus people that they were dissatisfied.”

One of the big issues people mentioned was the bike lane project. Many people speaking to Marks said they felt if Red Deer had a ward system that

they would have someone directly accountable in their community or ward, he said.

“Right now as it is you have nine people to contact and hope one gets back to you.”

City Councillor Buck Buchanan was one of the three councillors who brought forward the original Notice of Motion wanting to proceed with a plebiscite.

Councillors Chris Stephan and Frank Wong were also involved in the Notice of Motion.

“If you have a councillor from a ward it’s like having your own personal voice in the community,” said Buchanan.

He also said that he doesn’t feel like the current system is bad or that either system is better than the other.

“The whole nuts and bolts of it was that I wasn’t adverse to asking the people what they thought they wanted through a plebiscite,” said Buchanan.

Marks suspects that some council members don’t feel they would have a strong enough platform to win in their ward and that may be why they are against the idea of changing systems.

The petition, in order to meet all legal standards, can only be available to sign for 60 days and Marks said he feels it’s important to do things properly so that council sees how serious the community members are about wanting a plebiscite.

“A lot of people have said council doesn’t communicate well with the public and that they appear to exist inside a bubble. Right now we have about 400 people in favour of the ward system and willing to sign,” said Marks.

Buchanan added the benefits of a ward system are that councillors would each have their own area to look after. He did, however, say that he is not necessarily in favour specifically

of a ward system over the present system.

“I’m just not against asking the people. I am all for giving the public that voice and making sure they have the best representation they can have. I don’t think anybody sitting at council is any different,” said Buchanan.

If the plebiscite were done outside of the election ballot it would cost the City between $150,000 and $200,000. Buchanan said he would rather see it happen on the election ballot, which would only cost the City about $5,000.

Marks said the petition will begin circulating April 1 and will close May 30.

“We are going to get as many volunteers as possible and signs and hold the petition in public areas. It should all work out if we just keep plugging away at it.”

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A PUBLIC HEARING prior to further consideration of the proposed bylaw WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 2013, at 1:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, in the Council Chambers, County Office, 38106 Rge Rd 275, Red Deer County, Alberta (west of Hwy 2 on 32 Street / C&E Trail Overpass).

The hearing will be conducted under the chairmanship of the County Mayor for the purpose of hearing comments on the proposed bylaw.

The hearing will be informal with persons wishing to speak being recognized through the Chair. Presenters will be requested to state their name and address for the record.

If you prefer to submit comments on this bylaw in writing, the information you provide may be made public, subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The public may inspect: - a copy of the Bylaw No. 2013/1 by visiting our website at www.rdcounty.ca or at the County office located at 38106 Rge Rd 275, Red Deer County, Alberta, during regular office hours 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MONDAY through FRIDAY.

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Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Red Deer Rotary Club celebrates 90th year

BY TANIS REID Red Deer Express The Red Deer Rotary Club recently achieved a milestone in their club when they celebrated their 90th anniversary on Monday.

When the club was founded in Red Deer in 1923, it was the smallest city in Canada to have a Rotary Club. According to Ken Johnston, current president of Rotary Club of Red Deer Downtown, Rotary in Red Deer has been special from the beginning.

Now with 105 full-fledged members and about 15 honourary members, this Rotary Club is the biggest service club in the City.

This allows for a fair bit of activity in the community.

“Being a large club has its advantages. There are a lot of backgrounds, a tremendous cross-section of the community here -politicians, bankers, real estate agents, lawyers, selfemployed people, teachers, principals, even the mayor.

It is a broad representation of the community.”

Rotary clubs are an international organization that focuses on ‘service above self’ and is committed to enhancing local communities as well as the global community.

The Red Deer Rotary Club has been a pinnacle contributor to the local community through the various organizations they support. In 2012 the Club supported a selection of local organizations mak-

ing six cheque presentations to the Central Alberta Women’s Emergency Shelter, Red Deer Food Bank Society, Safe Harbour Society, Red Deer Christmas Bureau Society, Central Alberta Women’s Outreach Society and Youth and Volunteer Centre of Red Deer.

Throughout the years there have been many major projects that are attributed to the dedication of Rotary Club of Red Deer.

Each year, Rotary helps 22-25 students with their secondary schooling by providing scholarships off of the 50/50 program.

“Another accomplishment would be the inbound and outbound foreign exchange students. Our student from this year is from Finland and we have young man in Japan. We have been doing this for 25 plus years that has created a lot of international goodwill.

This has been a tremendous accomplishment.”

In order to have achieved such great success in the past nine decades, Rotary recognizes the importance of all the community members that support them.

“We have had fantastic participation by the community and support by the community in all our fundraisers. You couldn’t do that in a city that isn’t as generous as Red Deer,” said Johnston. “I think the community values our logo, our reputation and our standing. If we put on a fundraiser such as the hockey games, people un-

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With the arrival of the 90th anniversary the club continues to look to the future with their centennial in 2023. “I can see the boards over the next few years saying in 2023 to mark the anniversary with some community legacy that still has to be estabtreid@reddeerexpress.com lished.” ww

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Wednesday, February 27, 2013

OPINION Building awareness Nobody likes to think about being checked for cancer, it can be a scary thing, but organizers behind Colon Cancer Awareness Month are hoping fears will be set aside as it’s all about saving lives and of course continuing to build awareness.

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month across Canada, and one of the goals is also to encourage folks to undergo screening. We all know the sooner it’s detected; the greater chances are it can be cured.

There’s no question it’s a frightening thing to think about, not to mention the procedures one may have to undergo to settle the issue. Colonoscopies aren’t anyone’s idea of a pleasant experience, but they are certainly necessary and for the moments of discomfort it is ultimately worth it.

The statistics demand attention. Colon cancer is the second leading cause of both male and female cancer-related deaths in Canada. In 2012, about 23,3000 Canadians were diagnosed with colon cancer. Almost half of those diagnosed died. On average, 64 Canadians will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer every day. And on average, 25 Canadians will die of it daily.

One in 13 men is expected to develop colorectal cancer during his lifetime and one in 28 will die of it. One in 16 women are

expected to develop it during her lifetime and one in 32 will die of it.

According to the Canadian Cancer Society, there is no single cause of colorectal cancer, but some factors appear to increase the risk of developing it. These include being 50 or older, having polyps, a family history of colorectal cancer - especially if the relative developed colorectal cancer before the age of 45. But there is some good news amidst the grim statistics -- according to Colon Cancer Canada, colon cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer.

And if caught early, over 90% of these cases could result in a full recovery.

This statistic really emphasizes the importance of being screened. There is hope if it’s caught early, and that cannot be stressed enough. That means undergoing screening, which of course means having an open discussion with one’s doctor about what steps to take in that direction.

Screening options depend on different factors, including age of the patient and how at risk they happen to be.

Whether you are average risk or considered high-risk, the place to start is to be open about talking about it. Too many people avoid the topic altogether, and it’s sometimes too late when they are forced to face facts. The time to open the discussion is now.

Are crime rates in Canada really falling?

Canadians can be excused for being confused about the amount of crime in their society. Last year produced horrific scenes of people being murdered and their bodies dismembered, several executions in public places in Toronto, and the media reporting that shootings and stabbings in different cities are on the increase.

These headlines contradicted all of the articles that ‘crime is falling’ published after the release of Statistics Canada’s recent annual Juristat survey of crime. What is a person to think?

Some of the answers are to be found in the Macdonald-Laurier Institute’s just-released review of the Juristat reports. Many people think that measuring crime is a straightforward exercise, but it is not.

The first question is simply, how do you count crime? Besides its survey of police-reported crime, Statistics Canada also conducts a survey of whether Canadians were a victim of crime.

These results for 2009 show a huge discrepancy with the amount of

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NEWARK crime reported to police. In 2009, 7.4 million Canadians reported they were the victim of at least one of the eight specific crimes covered by the survey, compared with the police count of only two million total crimes.

This discrepancy mostly reflects that people say they report only 31% of crimes to the police.

The public is reluctant to report crime to the police, partly out of fear of retribution from criminals and partly out of frustration with falling rates of crime being solved by the police. For example, over the past four decades, the solve rate for murders has fallen from 95% to 75%, and is less than 50% for gang-related killings.

This growing reluctance to report crime to police leads to erroneous headlines that ‘crime is

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down’. The real headline should read “Canadians’ reporting of crime hits an all-time low”.

There are other questions about how to count crime. Is a crime spree one crime or several?

Statistics Canada selects only the most severe crime, but police services across the country increasingly are adopting the ‘all violations’ method of counting.

It is also important to note that Statistics Canada excludes the 113,100 drug crimes committed in 2011 from its overall crime count, which reduces the crime total.

There is also the question of whether to measure crime in absolute terms, or as a rate relative to the population. Crime rates could fall just because the population is growing faster than crime itself, which could still be rising in absolute terms. The latter is what the public experiences and perceives as the true volume of crime.

The next question is what is the severity of crime? Statistics Canada has concocted a subjective Crime Severity Index that

weights crime by the sentence handed down by the judge. The problem with this measure is that more lenient sentences by judges could falsely lead to a drop in this measure of severity. This is not a hypothetical scenario.

Parliament itself is increasingly legislating mandatory minimum sentences for some crimes. Additionally, if the sentence handed down is reduced by awarding credit for pre-trial custody, then the reported severity of the sentence may be reduced as well.

Finally, society must ask who commits the crime? It is known in the justice system that a small number of repeat offenders commit much of the crime in this country, yet Statistics Canada fails to present statistics on this phenomenon. Collecting data on how many crimes were committed by persons with extensive criminal records or who were on bail or parole, or who were already subject to deportation for past crimes, would be a powerful accountability measurement for the justice system and could

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inform policy reforms to reduce crime. Recent Juristat reports ignore the long-term trend in crime, and focus more on the change from the previous year. The longterm trends are alarming. For example, the rate of violent crime in Canada has soared from 221 to 1,231 per 100,000 people over the past 40 years. It is this upward trend that is most relevant to Canadians, not whether crime is up or down a few percentage points from the previous year.

Understanding crime is itself a tool to enhance public safety.

That is why Statistics Canada, in association with the Canadian Association of Police Chiefs and other interested bodies, should review and improve its collection and reporting of crime statistics.

Scott Newark is a former crown prosecutor and executive officer of the Canadian Police Association. He is the author of the Macdonald-Laurier Institute’s recent study Police-reported Crime Statistics in Canada: Still More Questions than Answers. His column is distributed through www. troymedia.com.

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Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Letters to the editor

Local reader responds to letter regarding City’s downtown core I believe it’s been about 20 years since I last had the urge to respond to a ‘Letter to the Editor’ but Jerry Anderson’s submission on Feb. 20 containing a litany of negative charges towards City council struck me as both heartfelt yet wildly misinformed.

I have worked in downtown Red Deer since 1984, most of that time operating the now transformed Uptown Cinema Centre. I have served on the Downtown Business Association twice over the years, currently working on my sixth and final year. I have also attended many council meetings over the years.

I have an immense amount of respect for any independent businessman who has the initiative to hang up a shingle like Jerry has. His viewpoint of the City’s spending is entirely within his right to express and I would be the last to speak in defense of council.

What struck me as mean-spirited and misinformed were his attacks on one current and one former councillor. He infers that the City council rep currently sitting on the DBA Board somehow submitted an ‘improper budget’ to City Hall. I know nothing about an ‘improper budget’ and in any case that rep is only one of 10 people that contribute input to a budget which is overseen by both the City and an independent auditor.

He also slams the rep for supporting the Ross Street Patio. I will be the first to admit that when it started last summer, I too wondered about the six or eight parking spaces being lost. As the summer progressed I noticed the tables and chairs all being used every lunch hour, weather permitting. I believe it adds a reason for people to shop and work

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downtown enjoying the few short months we have of outdoor diversion. Jerry would prefer everyone stay inside? Just get your business done and get out of the downtown? The person you refer to is probably the hardest working and most committed City rep I have ever experienced on the DBA Board, which includes a former mayor.

He then goes on to slam another former councillor who he claims somehow must have received special treatment because they now have a parking space in front of their downtown store. They had one before! I strongly suggest Jerry attend a City council meeting or two and see for himself how ludicrous it is to suggest they somehow collude in secret to benefit any one person. It is engineering and a host of other City departments that put forth a plan such as the past downtown improvements. Council only votes on the total expenditures. They do not decide who gets a parking spot.

In truth councillors rarely agree on anything unanimously and if he attended some public meetings he would see they operate as distinct individuals with different ideas and agendas. Not all perfect, not all correct but highly driven by their own ideologies and opinions.

As for leaving downtown, only you can make that informed decision. I would only say that I was here in the 80’s when The Bay, Eatons and Kresges all left and I operated one of the only reasons people had to come downtown in the evenings. There were no big complaints about parking because there were few reasons to come downtown. Compared to those times we are in a very good state overall in the City centre with great occupancy and yes, high traffic sometimes. Complaining about City Hall is a great idea and I wholeheartedly endorse it. I just think you should not attack personalities without having your facts correct.

Bryan Balderson Red Deer

BUCK This week, Express reporter Erin Fawcett has asked Councillor Buck Buchanan questions regarding the Child and Youth Friendly organization.

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What is Child and Youth Friendly in Red Deer?

“Child and Youth friendly in Red Deer is a group of local professionals and citizens at large with support from the early childhood development mapping,” said Buchanan. “This initiative was mobilized to create an early childhood coalition to address gaps and issues affecting the outcomes for children in our community.”

What do we know?

“We know that there is strong evidence from many years of research that the years from zero to six years are the most significant time in an individual’s life.

These years set the stage for literacy, health, high school completion, employment and behaviour and quality of life,” said Buchanan. “Alberta Education has launched the Early Childhood Development (ECD) mapping initiative. This is a five years research tool that looks at factors that influence healthy childhood development. The Early Development Instrument (EDI) is a questionnaire completed by Kindergarten teachers on children’s development. The EDI measures children’s readiness to learn in five general domains. They are physical health and wellbeing, social competence, emotional maturity, language and thinking skills and communications and general knowledge.”

He added the majority of children in Red Deer are doing appropriately however a large percentage are experiencing difficulty or great difficulty in the area of communications skills and general knowledge.

“Communities shape the early environment that young children grow up in and that influences their development. Vibrant communities with accessible high-quality resources can help create the safe, enriching environments that these young children need to flourish and grow,” said Buchanan. “Resources can range from services/programs to facilities to physical features or organizations and informal supports.”

What do we as a community need to do?

“Communities have an important role to play in this process. We need to provide safe walkable neighbourhoods, we have to have recreational facilities and sports programs and we need parks and green spaces which are meeting places for young families,” said Buchanan. “We have to have affordable high quality child care and preschool centres, kids should have access to enrichment programs for infants and preschoolers such as music, library or play programs and families need access to affordable healthful food.

“Families and parents need training and information on parenting skills, nutrition and children’s health, we need caring adults throughout the community who value and contribute to positive early development, we need literacy programs and an inclusive, caring community spirit.”

He added he believes that as a community the City is doing very well however there is always room for improvement. Those looking for more information on Child and Youth Friendly Red Deer can contact Shelley Dallas-Smith at Shelley.dallassmith@albertahealthservices.ca or Judy Scott at fsca.ca.

Award for bike lanes may prompt more lanes, citizen suggests Red Deer has recently received an award from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) for the bike lane pilot project. It is important to note that one of Red Deer City councils most vocal supporter of the bike lanes, was a member of the FCM board from 2011 to 2012. The award was given by a group of people who don’t have to drive in Red Deer and apparently have never visited our City in the winter.

What worries me is this award will serve as a green light for council to continue to spend our tax dollars on pet projects like this that the majority of citizens believe we don’t want or need. City council moved forward on this program with approximately 250 online responses from the citizens of Red Deer, most of which were from the local bike club. After council voted to take away driving lanes and spend $800,000 on bike lanes (which have proven largely unused, especially during the six to seven months of winter), I set up an online petition asking them, in essence, to rethink the program. In 10 days the petition received approximately 3,000 names and comments, and this with mostly word of mouth promotion.

Most residents of our City are not aware

that our City will be $258 million in longterm debt at the end of this year and plan to spend over $1.3 billion in the next 10 years. Also important to note, there is no rainy day/contingency fund left and taxes get raised above inflation and population growth every year.

The other thing that worries me is council voted down a motion to let the citizens of Red Deer vote on how we want to be governed during the next election. Holding a plebiscite on a major issue during an election is an inexpensive method of getting feedback from the citizens, and yet council is afraid of letting the people decide.

The good thing that comes out of the whole bike lane issue is that citizens are now aware of how City council has spent and wasted our tax dollars over the last number of years. They are now realizing it is time for a more fiscally responsible council. I hope the citizens are still concerned enough in October to do some research and find this type of new candidate, get out and vote, and bring common sense back to the governing of our City.

Ryan Handley Red Deer

WE WANT READER INPUT Letters to the editor are welcomed by the Red Deer Express. We attempt to publish a cross section of opinion and letters criticizing or praising our writers or content. However we reserve the right to edit every letter if necessary for length, taste, clarity and to eliminate inaccurate or libelous statements.

We prefer short concise letters, but will run letters unedited (for length) to a maximum of 250 words. Anything

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We publish the letter writer’s name and home town at the end of the letter.

Please send your letters by fax to 347-6620, email to editor@ reddeerexpress.com or mail to Editor, #121, 5301-43 Street, Red Deer, AB, T4N 1C8.

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CITY BRIEFS CLASSICAL CARTOON MUSIC OF ANIMATION ORCHESTRATION Remember running to the TV with excitement when you heard the opening bars of the Magical World of Disney as a kid? How about the early morning antics of Bugs Bunny, Tom and Jerry and other Looney Tunes?

You can bring back those great memories of simpler times by joining us for a fun

by Erin Fawcett

and fantastical evening of music. The event will take place March 7 at 7:30 p.m. on the Arts Centre mainstage.

Red Deer College’s Music Program presents Animation Orchestration, an evening of classical favourites made popular by Warner Brothers, Disney and MGM. The Symphonic Winds and the Red Deer Youth Orchestra will delight audiences with nostalgic cartoon music.

Highlights of the program

will include What’s Up At The Symphony? (Bugs Bunny’s greatest hits) by Jerry Brubaker, William Tell Overture and The Barber of Seville by Gioachino Rossini, Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 by Franz Liszt and many more.

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this fall that will prepare graduates to work in the health care industry. The Occupational Therapist & Physiotherapist Assistant program is a response to the need for health care professionals in the province.

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Celebrating a milestone of the International Committee of the Red Cross February 2013 marks a milestone in international history. It was 150 years ago, on Feb. 17, 1863, that Henri Dunant, a Swiss businessman, helped to found a volunteer commission that evolved into the International Committee of the Red Cross.

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DAWE The origins of the Red Cross go back a bit more than 150 years. On June 24, 1859, Dunant was in Solferino in Northern Italy, after a bloody battle. Dunant was appalled by the suffering of wounded left on the battlefield, with little in the way of medical relief for them.

Dunant wrote a book on his experiences. He pushed for independent organizations that would help the victims

of war. He also advocated that a binding international agreement be adopted that would obligate armies to assist the wounded and sick, regardless of which side they had been on.

Hence, a committee was formed in February 1863 in Dunant’s home city of Geneva, Switzerland to advance these ideas. In October 1863, an international convention was held to formalize the creation of national societies. In August 1864, an international conference was convened to create the legal framework for humanitarian care in times of war. This is now known as the Geneva Convention. It was essential in the turmoil of war that a simple, but visible symbol be used so that those assisting the injured and sick could be identified. Hence, a red cross on a white background was adopted as the distinctive emblem.

The organization and its national affiliates took the name ‘Red Cross’. In 1896, Dr. George Sterling Ryer-

son founded the first overseas branch of the British Red Cross in Canada. In May 1909, the federal government incorporated the Canadian Red Cross as the official organization “To provide volunteer aid in Canada in accordance with the Geneva Convention”.

A branch of the Red Cross was established in Red Deer on Sept. 3, 1914, a month after the First World War broke out. One of the first matters of discussion was whether the local Red Cross should assist ‘the poor of the town’ as well as the men who had volunteered for active service and their families.

Since the local Salvation Army and the Women’s Institutes were supporting those in distress, the Red Cross decided to concentrate on help to those connected with the military.

Membership fees were set at 25 cents, but members were encouraged to donate more if they were able to do so. In less than a week, more than $100 was raised.

On Nov. 13, 1914, the Red Deer branch of the Red Cross was given its charter.

Several other branches were organized in almost every rural community in the district. Support for the Red Cross came from such organizations as the local Women’s Institutes, I.O.D.E. and local church groups. Bandages and medicines were collected for the overseas military hospitals as well as for the Red Deer Memorial Hospital and the

Soldiers’ Sanatorium on the east hill. The most important activity, however, was the assemblage of care packages for those overseas. For a few years following the end of the First World War, the Red Cross continued its work of supporting the Red Deer Hospital and assisting those in need. However, gradually the Red Deer and other local Red Cross branches fell dormant. They were quickly revived in October 1939,

shortly after the outbreak of the Second World War. Again, the Red Cross provided support for those on active service and particularly for those who were interned in Prisoner-of-War camps. Unlike the situation in the 1920’s, the Red Cross remained active locally after the Second World War ended. Currently, the local Red Cross provides disaster support and services and numerous other vital services for those in need.

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POLICE BRIEFS RCMP INVESTIGATES THEFT OF VEHICLES Five youth have been arrested after a rash of vehicles were reported stolen.

On Feb. 23rd between 6 a.m and 10 a.m. Red Deer RCMP responded to seven complaints of stolen vehicles.

During this time additional calls for service were received for erratic driving and gas and dash complaints, all believed to be associated to the stolen vehicles. On four occasions, while the police were patrolling the City for the stolen vehicles, RCMP located the vehicles but the suspects fled from police and once hitting a police vehicle.

Eventually, one of the vehicles, while trying to evade the police, lost control and hit a snow bank and a female young offender was arrest-

ed. A subsequent investigation resulted in the arrests of three young offenders and a warrant was issued for a fourth. No injuries were sustained over the course of these events.

The vehicles stolen were targets of opportunity. They were either left unlocked and running or unlocked with the keys left in the ignition.

One of the males arrested, who cannot be named under provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act, is facing charges of three counts of possession of stolen property over $5,000, two counts of theft over $5,000, seven counts of breach of undertaking/recognizance and one count of failing to comply.

Charges are pending against the other three young offenders involved in

by Erin Fawcett these vehicle thefts.

Since Jan. 1st there have been 104 reported stolen vehicles in the City. Police are advising the public not to leave vehicles running with the keys in the ignition. If any citizen witnesses a theft of a motor vehicle, police are instructing them to report it immediately to the RCMP with a direction of travel noted. Police are advising to never take ‘chase’ after these suspects.

Investigators ask that anyone with information regarding this crime contact the RCMP at 403-343-5575.

Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or report it online at www. tipsubmit.com. If the information leads to an arrest, tipsters are eligible for a

cash reward of up to $2,000.

POLICE ARREST SUSPECTS IN BANFF ARMED ROBBERY Red Deer City RCMP have arrested two suspects who are believed to be involved in an armed robbery in Banff.

On Feb. 23nd at 1 a.m Red Deer RCMP received an update from Banff RCMP advising they believed two males suspected in an armed robbery with a firearm, which occurred on Feb. 22nd at 9 p.m. were currently in Red Deer. Through investigation Red Deer RCMP were able to locate an address where the suspects allegedly were. Police attended to that address and arrested Cody De Coteau of Camrose. Further investigation revealed another male was in the residence, however, he would not come out of the residence willingly.

A police dog was utilized and the second suspect, Maxime Banville, was located hiding in a closet and apprehended.

Both men are charged with several offences including robbery with a firearm.

MAN IS CHARGED WITH POSSESSION OF STOLEN FIREARMS Police have arrested and charged a Central Alberta man after conducting a traffic stop in Red Deer recently.

On Feb. 18th at 10:15 a.m.

Red Deer City RCMP conducted a roadside traffic stop near Gaetz Ave. on 22nd St. The license plate on the vehicle did not match.

Upon approaching the vehicle, police observed numerous firearms in the backseat. The firearms were improperly stored for transportation and determined to be stolen. The male driver

was arrested. Upon seizure of the vehicle, police also located two hunting knives that were in proximity of the driver’s seat, over 28g of marijuana as well as stolen personal identification cards.

Police have charged Stephen Richmond, 27, of Ponoka with 29 counts of weapon and firearm related offences, three counts of possession of stolen property, one count of possession of a controlled drug and substance as well as additional charges under the Traffic Safety Act.

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The show runs March 1517 in the Prairie and Parkland Pavilions at the Westerner.

“We have Ian Roussel coming up this year. He is a car builder out of Los Angeles and a hot rodder too. He is pretty famous for some of his work in the creation of many hot rods and has starred on a number of television programs,” said Todd Schwindt, owner of E.G. Auctions, formally known as the Electric Garage.

Schwindt said Roussel’s involvement will be to meet and greet people as they attend and to talk about some of his car builds. It is currently in the works that Roussel may have a car to work on restoring during the three-day show.

“He’s just a really great guy to have here because there are so many enthusiasts in the area and he is a pretty big name in the industry.”

The plans for the threeday show are different every year and Schwindt said that is part of the excitement.

“There is another outfit called Piece of the Past and they will be here this year too. They are the number one authorized memorabilia outfit in North America.”

He said Piece of the Past will have signed celebrity prints, electric guitars and other product for sale at the show. The product is being sold on all three days.

Brett Wagner will also be in attendance at the event and Schwindt said a neat piece of information for the public is that Wagner has starred on the hit television show Sons of Anarchy.

In addition, Schwindt said they are always looking for new exhibitors.

“It’s just a great atmosphere and venue for companies and businesses in the vehicle industry.”

He said many people are not aware that the show is a three-in-one type of weekend.

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“A lot of people don’t realize that it is a car show with $6,000 in cash prizes to be given away.”

Some of the categories include ‘Best in Show’, which is voted on by the public, ‘Best Hot Rod’ and ‘Best Competition Vehicle’.

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BY KIRSTEN PALARDY Red Deer Express

A Centennial print by Dennis Moffat

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fyi EVENTS The A.C.F.A (Red Deer’s Francophone Association) presents the Carnaval de Red Deer Carnaval on March 1st from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and March 2nd from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bower Ponds. Maple sugar, live entertainment, exhibits, circus acts, games and activities for children and adults. Friday is mostly for bilingual school students while Saturday is open to the general public. March 3rd a story time in French at RDPL from 12 to 3 p.m. For more information visit www.carnavaldereddeer. com or phone 403-986-4350.

The Canadian Mental Health Association and the Red Deer Public Library have joined forces to talk about books and to discuss characters (and stories) that move us, challenge us, or change how we view ourselves or our world.

When: the first Tuesday every month (except December and July) from 6-8 p.m. Where: Red Deer Public Library, Downtown Branch. March 5 Life of Pi by Yann Martel April 2 - Lighthousekeeping by Jeanette Winterson May 7 - Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf and on June 4 - The Center Cannot Hold by Elyn R. Saks.

Fabric donations accepted - 1m or more - also wool, notions and patterns for the second Fabulous Fabric Sale April 13 at Gaetz United Church 4758 Ross St. For pick up of donations or information call Millie at 403-346-4225 or Shirley at 403-347-5958.All donations gratefully accepted until April 5. All proceeds support the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s Grandmother Campaign.

The Red Deer River Watershed Alliance will be holding a spring forum, general meeting and special meeting on March 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Rosebud Community Hall. Cost is $15 per person.

The topic will be ‘One Mind, One Heart, One Watershed – Our Interconnectivity with Earth, Air and Water.’

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St. Leonard’s A A.C.W. Irish coffee party and bake ba sale will take place March 16 from 9 a.m. to noon. Admission is $4.

A Free women’s event -- Fellowship with a purpose. How Red Deer is helping those in need will take place March 21 from 7 - 9 p.m. at Deer Park Alliance Church- (2960-39 St.). We will be hearing from a number of community agencies about their services to help those in need. RSVP to winkbev@ telus.net or call Beverly at 403-347-4733. Dessert and coffee will be served.

A roast beef dinner and silent auction will take place at Gaetz Memorial United Church on

Red Deer College welcomes members of the community to enjoy Conversations with the Collection, a public exhibition of Visual Art by RDC faculty and staff. For this year’s installment of the annual exhibition, each of the 11 artists has chosen to display one piece of art from the Red Deer College Permanent Art Collection that they feel relates to their own work. It runs to March 8th. Conversations with the Collection is one unique way that RDC is highlighting the Permanent Collection in the lead up to our 50th Anniversary celebrations this June. Staff and faculty included in the exhibition include: Avery Andrykew, Daniel Anhorn, Marnie Blair, Ian Cook, Michael Flaherty, Jason Frizzell,

by B.C. artist, Robert Dmytruk, formerly of Edmonton.

Dmytruk is influenced by the way we map the landscape. His paintings are a grid of loose calligraphic gestures moving between being broken and whole, a way to order and make sense of the push and pull between nature and the machine. Urban Mapping runs until March 23. A reception will be held on March 1 from 6 to 8 p.m. as part of Red Deer’s First Fridays. The Harris-Warke Gallery is situated in Sunworks in downtown Red Deer at 4924 Ross St. For more information contact Paul Boultbee at 403-346-8937.

The Red Deer Public Library presents First Thursdays in the

Building Homes & Communiti x Red Deer x Penhold x Innisfail x Sylvan Lake x Ponoka x Wetaskiwin x Rocky Mtn House

Visit us at www.laebon.com March 14. The event will run from 5:30 – 7 p.m. Adults are $12, chil-dren under 10 years are $6. Limit 150 tickets. The cut off date is March 11. For tickets call 403-347-2244 or pick up at the church office.

Recreational group and couple dance classes for adults and children will be offered by the Fanatullen Scandinavian Dancers eight Monday evenings until April 22nd, with the exception of April 1st, at Festival Hall (4214 58th St.). Children’s classes will run from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., adults from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cost is $40 per person or $60 per family of three or more. To register call 403-347-5303 or 403-341-4672.

The Red Deer River Watershed Alliance (RDRWA) will be holding their monthly ambassador breakfast on March 15 from 7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. at the Quality Inn North Hill (7150 50 Ave.). Cost is $15 per person.

Trudy Golley, Robin Lambert, Dave More, James Trevelyan and Tanya Zuzak-Collard.

The Parkland Airshed Management Zone (PAMZ) is holding a photo contest for cash prizes. The deadline for photo submissions is March 1. The contest is open to all amateur Central Alberta photographers in the PAMZ region (south of Rimbey to Carstairs and from Hwy. 21 in the east to the B.C. border in the west.) There are six categories for entry submissions; Atmosphere, Nature, Urban Environment, Industry, and People and a special prize category for Youth under the age of 18, who may compete in all five categories. For details and entry forms, go to www.pamz.org.

Questions and submissions can be emailed to sue@ pamz.org.

The Harris-Warke Gallery announces its next exhibit, Urban Mapping, a series of paintings

887-1137 ext. 222. The deadline for nominations is April 15.

Red Deer Arts Council and Red Deer Public Library present When the City Isn’t Looking: Photographs by Bill Peters which runs in the Kiwanis Gallery of the Red Deer Public Library until April 25. Our First Friday Red Deer March 1st is from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Refreshments will be served.

Holy Week Services: March 25 at St. Leonard’s on the Hill (4241 44 St.), March 26 at Gaetz United Church (4758 Ross St.), March 27 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church (5508 48A Ave.), March 28 at Knox Presbyterian Church (4718 Ross St.). All services begin at noon followed by soup lunch.

For further information contact Linda 403-347-6073.

The Canadian Diabetes Association has a free educational expo and trade show on March 12 from 6 to 9 p.m. Register by calling 403346-4631. There will be exhibits on healthy living, nutrition, stress, food care, eye health, cardiovascular health, insulin pumps and more. It will be held at the Sheraton Exhibition Hall.

‫ٻڎڒڍڒډڑڏڎډڎڋڏ‬ Snell Auditorium. The March program, entitled ‘The Blackbird Sings’, will feature flautist Mathew McGuigan and pianist Kathleen van Mourik performing works by Debussy, Messiaen and Copland. The event will take place March 7 from 12:15 – 1p.m. No admission charge (free will donation at the door).

Every year, to celebrate National Volunteer Week, The Sylvan Lake Volunteer Centre hosts the Volunteer Impact Awards Gala. The Centre is calling out to Sylvan Lake residents asking them to nominate an exceptional volunteer in their community.

This year the evening will take place on April 26 from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., at the Sylvan Lake Community Centre and will include entertainment, awards, and a dinner banquet. To nominate an individual for their volunteer work, or to purchase tickets to the Awards Gala, contact Brittney Buehler at 403-

The Black Field House Society will be hosting its third annual Goods, Services and Talents Auction. Longtime auctioneer Rick Horn will call at this live auction set for March 16.

Doors open at the Blackfalds Community Hall at 5:30 p.m. for the viewing of the items and so individuals may register for their bid numbers.

For more information about supporting or attending this event, call 403-391-2310.

The Elnora Pioneer Club is presenting a performance of Lorne Elliott’s The Upside of the Downturn on March 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the Elnora Community Hall. For tickets, call 403773-2270 or email elwest@ wispernet.ca. Elliot’s concert performance is a selection of his current monologues and songs dealing with life experience, melding dry humour with musical parodies and skits.

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Week of February 27-March 6, 2013 Creek. There will be several performances at the Light house Christian Academy (4290 50 St.) in Sylvan Lake March 13th at 7 p.m., March 14th at 1:30 and 7 p.m. and a final performance on March 15 at 7 p.m.

There will be a free will offering taken during the intermission, as well as a concession table to help cover the costs of the production. There is no assigned seating so arrive early to ensure you get your choice of seating.

The Senior Citizens Downtown House has cribbage every Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Cost is $3. Whist runs every Friday at 1:30 p.m. and Fun Contact Bridge runs every Wednesday at 1 p.m. Cost is $3 as well for both of these activities.

Tuesday night dances start at 7:30 p.m. The cost is $6 and everyone is welcome. There is a jam and dance on Jan. 26 at 7 p.m. For more information, call 403-346-4043.

SEMINARS Winter term 2013 Evening Extensions classes for Adult Students with Intellectual Disabilities – classes held at Red Deer college. Examples are Smart Bodies Fitness to April 1. Smart Bodies Fitness will provide an overall top to bottom cardio, strength and conditioning workout with an emphasis on fun and safety.

There is also Be a Better Reader to April 9. This ongoing literacy program is designed for individuals wanting to improve their levels of Reading skill and comprehension. Math and Money Skill and Budget Smarts runs to April 11. This ongoing course focuses on practical dayto-day use of Math and Money skills. Finally, there is also Putting Your Best Foot Forward in Relationships to March 27.

(Contact Karen at 403-342-3114 for further course details and to register. Classes are $55 each).

Registrations are now being accepted for Living Well with a Mental Illness. The eightweek course will take place at the Red Deer Public Library, Downtown Branch, on Saturday mornings, between 10 a.m. and noon, through March 23. Living Well with a Mental Illness is for people interested in learning

more about mental health and wellness. Participants will learn how people experiencing emotional distress or psychiatric illness can live satisfying and productive lives. The course addresses a broad variety of topics including effective communication, understanding diagnosis, navigating the system, relapse prevention, mental ill-ness and the family, recovery principles, and crisis plans. Living Well with a Mental illness is open to anyone in Central Alberta with an interest in mental health. Attendance is limited to 15 participants.

To register call the Canadian Mental Health Association at 403-342-2266 and ask to speak to education program staff. This

classes meet from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Dawe Branch of the Red Deer Public Library at 56 Holt St. The RDPL is a co-sponsor of the February course. The second course meets weekly on Wednesday afternoons, 1 to 3 p.m. from March 6 through April 24. The daytime course takes place at the Canadian Mental Health Association office at 5017 50th Ave. For more information, call the Canadian Mental Health Association at 403-342-2266.

The fee for the course is $25 and scholarships may be available for people with limited incomes.

MEND (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition…

Do it!) is a free community program – aimed at promoting healthy weights and lifestyles.

call 403-346-6772 or email ail ttcsredd@telusplanet.net.

Red Deer Public Schools Community Programs is hosting several classes on everything from teen make-up and belly dancing to an employment workshop and self-help Jin Shin. Register online at communitypro-grams.rdpsd. ab.ca or call 403-342-1059.

MEETINGS Benalto & Area Rural Crime Watch Society general meeting Feb. 28 at 7 p.m., Benalto Leisure Centre, Ag. Grounds. Guest Speaker & Topic: Ric Henderson, director of emergency management,

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free course is co-sponsored by CMHA, Central Alberta Region, and the Red Deer Public Library.

YARD Yoga Studio: Dedicated to Promoting YOGA in the Red Deer Area WINTER Session registration is now open.

Session run through to Mar. 17. Drop-ins are welcome.

Call 403-350-5830. Email: info@reddeeryoga.ca. On the web: www.reddeeryoga.ca.

Art of Friendship is an eight-week course designed to help people who feel lonely or isolated learn and practice the skills that help people make and keep friends. Both an evening and a day time course will be offered this winter. Art of Friendship is particularly helpful to people who have lost friends because difficult experiences or disability have affected their confidence level and self-esteem. The first course begins Feb. 28 and runs weekly through April 11. The

The program, offered through Alberta Health Services, is for children ages two to four and seven to 13. Through MEND, children and their families learn about healthy eating and mealtime routines, nutrition labels, portion control, setting goals to encourage healthy habits as a family, building self-esteem and active play.

For more information, visit www.albertahealthservices. ca/MEND.asp.

Taoist Tai Chi Society has beginner classes running Monday/Friday from 11 a.m. to noon, Mon-day/ Wednesday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Tuesday/Thursday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. The first week is free; costs are $45 or $25 per month for seniors and students for four months of classes at Bay 16, Building C, 5580 45 St., Cronquist Business Park.

Classes are also available in Lacombe, Rocky Mountain House and Innisfail. For information

showcasing Red Deer County Technical Rescue Task Force and Livestock Response.

For more info, please call: Yvette @ 403-746-3429.

Legion Ladies Auxilary monthly meetings run the first Monday of every month at 7 p.m. in the Alberta Room, Red Deer Legion.

If you require a ride, please call Harry - 403-598-5331 before noon on meeting day.

Are you having problems with someone else’s drinking? We are an anonymous group of men and women who can offer encouragement and support. Call Al-Anon Family groups at 403-346-0320 for a list of meetings in Red Deer and the surrounding area.

Blackfalds United Church Youth Group takes place from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Fridays. Youth from Grade 4 up are welcome to attend. Check our web site at blackfaldsunitedchurch.

com or phone 403-8854780 for more information.

Red Deer Celiac Support Group - our meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month at Sobeys South, 5111-22 St. in the Coffee Lounge at 7 p.m.

Information on Celiac disease, symptoms, diagnosing, gluten free diet, gluten free products, recipes, coffee and samples.

Meetings for 2013 – March 19, April 16, May 21, June 18, Sept.

17, Oct. 15 and Nov. 19. For more information, call Fay at 430347-3248, Clarice 403-341-4351 or email Red DeerCeliacs@ yahoo.ca for information.

Air Force Association of Canada.

The aims and objectives of the Association are to preserve and perpetuate the traditions of the Royal Canadian Air Force and to advocate a proficient and wellequipped Air Force in Canada.

703 Wing in Red Deer provides a forum for serving and former participants in military and civil aviation to meet and enjoy the company of like-minded people. 703 Wing members meet at noon every second Saturday of the month at the ABC Country Restaurant, 2085 50th Ave. in Red Deer for a luncheon and business meeting.

Contact President Al Low at 403-341-3253 or amlow@ shaw.ca for more information.

Writers’ Ink, The Red Deer & District Writers Club has weekly meetings (every Tuesday) in the old farmhouse at Sunnybrook Farm (4701 30 St.) from 7 to 9 p.m. We meet, share our writing, and offer constructive criticism to one another. Our professional library is increasing as is our knowledge gained from members who are constantly seeking new challenges and sharing successes and failures with the group. Guests are welcome!

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a 12-step support group offering a so-lution for all forms of food addiction.

No dues, fees or weigh-in.

Central Alberta groups meet in Red Deer, Lacombe and Rimbey. For locations and dates or more information, call Joanne at 403-314-1972.

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RDC receives large art donation Red Deer College received a large art donation at a reception held on campus Tuesday evening.

Central Alberta artists Les Graff and his wife Jacqueline Stehelin donated more than 100 pieces of art to the College. The artwork has an appraised value of $286,000.

Graff, the former director of Alberta Culture, also gave a lecture to attendants on surviving as an artist.

“My message to the students was to be positive when they leave this institution and also give them advice on what they can do to help themselves,” he said.

“I’m very much aware of how students begin. I’m very much aware of the

problems after they leave town. They step out of their fourth year and they say ‘now what’?

“One of the other pieces of advice to students is that once they graduate, they don’t need a whole lot of space to work. They can get by and you can do things without a lot of resources and facilities that have been offered by the institution. The resources offered to students in the institution are great while they are learning, but afterwards students won’t have that.”

Graff also had a presentation on Stehelin’s work, which has spanned more than three decades, that showed her progress over that time and how she dealt with the challenge of that.

Graff and Stehelin stud-

ied at the Alberta College of Art and Design in Calgary. They were married

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“Then we went to Cranbrook, Michigan and I studied there for the year.

During that time Jacque-

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line became a mother and a homemaker,” said Graff, adding the couple ended up having four children all together.

“The children grew up and finally the last one was in school. Jacqueline decided to retrain herself as an artist. She went to the University of Alberta because at this point we were living in St. Albert.”

Graff, who is an abstract artist, has been painting for more than 50 years while Stehelin, who is a figurative artist, has been painting for 35 years.

“Over those years we have accumulated a lot of inventory. I am past 5,000 works of art. That’s a lot of drawings and a lot of paintings – big and small. Jacqueline has done 1,500. We have an awful lot on hand.”

As for the donation to RDC, Graff added he thought it could serve as an example to students.

“The work chosen by the College was basically the work that would appeal to the training of the students. This is education by example and that is really what the donation is all about,” he said. efawcett@reddeerexpress.com

Review your property assessment notice Property owners who did not receive their 2013 property assessment notice should contact the City of Red Deer.

Information on a property assessment notice is used to calculate 2013 property taxes. Tax bills are not disputable, so it is important to carefully review your assessment before March 18 – the appeal deadline.

Property owners who did not receive their property assessment notice can call Revenue & Assessment Services at 403-342-8126 or come into the Revenue & Assessment Services office on the fourth floor of City Hall at 4914 48 Ave. For more information about property assessments and taxes visit www. reddeer.ca/tax.

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Mother of All Shoots set for weekend

BY KIRSTEN PALARDY Red Deer Express Another year has passed for the Central Alberta Archers Association (CAAA) and they are once again looking forward to the Mother of All Shoots.

The event runs in the UFA Agricentre at the Westerner March 1-3.

“The Central Alberta Archers Association is a club devoted to just that -- archery. We’ve got our lanes which are close to 40 yards where people can come in and shoot whether they just enjoy the sport or happen to be hunters,” said Mike Screen, CAAA secretary treasurer.

Screen said the CAAA sees kids getting involved as young as nine and they have competitors right up to the age of 70 and beyond in some cases.

“There are just some things that people love about shooting a bow and arrow whether it’s a traditional recurve bow or the now popular compound bows.”

Screen said the lanes see upwards of 5,000 kids a year through a number of different programs including school trips and kids clubs.

“It gives them a chance to try it out and if for some reason it catches on then they join into the juniors programs in the fall or winter.”

Screen said there are entire families that get in-

volved including one such example of a peewee archer who will attend the Mother of All Shoots with not only his parents but also his grandparents.

“They will all come out and shoot and just enjoy the weekend as a family. The archery community in Alberta is a pretty tight-knit good group of people.”

ages as it helps with personal development and satisfaction.

“It’s the self confidence in knowing you can do something well, just like any other sport. There are opportunities, too, to not just be practicing but also taking part in competitions.”

While Screen said archery is really not a spectator sport, he said last years addition to the Mother of All Shoots went over very well.

Competitors in the ‘Shoot the Tube’ event have one shot and one arrow, to try and get through a hole just 5/8” in diameter from an unspecified distance.

“Last year they were shooting from 80 yards. Everyone was in the stands for that one.”

Screen said that archery is not just about professionals’ playing field, but that anyone can take part.

“We had some pro-shooters last year that weren’t coming close and than an older retired gentleman with a beat up old hunting rig shot. You could not have put the arrow more centred in the hole if you’d walked up and placed it by hand.”

For more information on the Central Alberta Archers Association or the Mother of All Shoots event visit www.centralalbertaarchers.ca.

“THERE ARE JUST SOME THINGS THAT PEOPLE LOVE ABOUT SHOOTING A BOW AND ARROW WHETHER IT’S A TRADITIONAL RE-CURVE BOW OR THE NOW POPULAR COMPOUND BOWS.” MIKE SCREEN Screen said he recalls an outdoor 3D shoot he attended in a field and people were camping and he said it was just an enjoyable weekend with strangers who have now become lifelong friends.

“There’s not only a community aspect to it with everyone competing but also a personal aspect where everyone is trying to do their own best to hit that bulls eye.”

Screen said archery is beneficial for people of all

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TRAVEL An authentic experience awaits in beautiful, majestic Alaska For anyone seeking a truly authentic experience in Alaska, an Alaska cruise is a must. An Alaska cruise allows you to connect with Mother Nature like never before as you experience the breathtaking fjords, majestic wildlife, and beautiful scenery while you sail along the waters of this magnificent land.

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In Juneau, you’ll find the history of the gold rush still alive and well amidst its breathtaking scenery.

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Take a deep breath of fresh crisp air as you step into Juneau on your Glacier Northbound cruise.

The capital city of Alaska boasts the honour of be-

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PICTURESQUE – Pictured here is a cruise ship in the beautiful surroundings of Alaska. to truly stunning glaciers.

Glacier Bay has long inspired intellectuals, artists and travelers alike, and continues to be one of the most picturesque places in the world. It provides striking views of glaciers, alpine lakes hinged with sandy rocks that lay within the clear blue waters, and is surrounded by deep fjords that are made all the more beautiful by the snow laced mountains.

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On your Alaska Roundtrip cruise, you can spend your days kayaking through alpine lakes.

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BY MARK WEBER Red Deer Express Acclaimed singer/songwriter Stephen Fearing is back on the road to showcase new tunes from his latest CD Between Hurricanes.

Presented by the Central Music Festival Society, Fearing performs March 7 at the Elks Lodge. Showtime is 8 p.m.

Fearing, a multiple Juno award-winning Blackie and the Rodeo Kings member, returns with his first solo disc in seven years.

Between Hurricanes is a follow-up to 2006’s Yellowjacket and was co-produced by Fearing and John Whynot in Toronto.

As he explains, the disc is both the document and result of many changes in his life.

His last CD, Yellowjacket, came out in 2006 and shortly after its release, his marriage of 14 years ended.

Then his record company changed hands, so he decided to move on.

“Around the same time, my dear friend and manager Bernie Finkelstein started to make noises about cutting back on his workload. Bernie and I had been together through thick and thin for over 16 years, but I realized that it was time to let go of the old ties and step out into the brave new world of true independence.”

A little while later, he also decided to make a fresh start on Canada’s east coast. In 2008, Fearing moved from Guelph, Ontario to Halifax. All the while, he was busy, working on both Blackie and The Rodeo Kings’ Kings and Queens and his own album with Belfast’s Andy White, Fearing & White.

He also got remarried, became a father, and kept up a relentless touring schedule.

New songs had begun to emerge and plans were finally made to return to the studio.

Between Hurricanes’ 11 tracks were shaped with the idea of crafting a solo record while not employing a traditional ‘folk music’ approach, he points out. The minimal arrangements range from the finely honed piano, bass, and drum accents on As The Crow Flies to the ethereal synths on Cold Dawn. As always, Fearing nails it on tune after tune – capturing the sensibilities that fans have grown to so appreciate.

Meanwhile, the name of the disc was inspired by the sometimes severe weather patterns on the east coast during the late summer and autumn months.

“August and September are hurricane season – they come regularly and can be fe-

rocious like Hurricane Juan which was so devastating. And then when I was actually in the studio recording this CD, Hurricane Sandy came.”

While laying down tracks for the new project, he recalls telling a friend about juggling the record production with the ongoing work of painting his house.

“I was joking with him about the disc’s working title which was ‘50’ – which is the age I just turned – and saying I was worried I wouldn’t get the jobs done between the hurricanes. He wrote back and said ‘There’s your title – between the hurricanes’.

“In some ways, 50 and Between Hurricanes have a lot in common, and it seemed to sum up the record in a lot of ways – a man at the mid-point in his life. If I’m lucky,” he laughs.

Born in 1963 in Vancouver, Fearing spent most of his growing up years in Dublin. After a short stint in the U.S. he returned to Canada, and is now long-established as a fixture on the folk club and festival circuit in North America and the U.K. Music was an intrinsic part of the Fearing household from the get-go.

His mom has been working on recording her memoirs, and he’s been reading about her life. Fearing said it’s amazing how a love for music is so pervasive in his family, and it stretches way back over the generations as well. “I hadn’t realized the extent of the showbiz background in my family.”

Opera singers, vaudeville and classical singers and music teachers pop up here and there on the family tree. “It was always something everyone took quite seriously around the house,” he explains. “As a kid I remember going with my mom to recitals where she was either onstage or in the audience. I also clearly remember sitting beside my father on the organ bench during church services.

“So there has always been, from an early age, a feeling of being ‘backstage’. And when I started down this road, I felt like I was the black sheep of the family, but I’m actually quite deeply into the family tradition.”

Not surprisingly, his career – thanks to his musical giftedness - unfolded naturally. It was simply second nature. And as a young adult, he became increasingly familiar with the singer/songwriter, coffee house folk world.

“I just found myself doing it more and more,” he says of honing his craft. “At some point I realized this is what I do, and this is

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International prize-winning organist Cockburn has been a central figure in the development of a musical culture on the pipe organ in Calgary and western Canada since 2000 when he became head of organ studies at Mount Royal University, according to concert notes by RDSC Music Director Claude Lapalme.

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It’s based on the true story of a Spanish family on vacation in Thailand when it was hit by the December 26, 2004 tsunami that killed thousands. The couple and their three young sons arrive on Christmas Eve and are staying at a gorgeous, exotic resort in paradise, when the big waves hit.

The mother, played by Naomi Watts in a courageous, Oscar-nominated

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The visuals are impressive. The tidal wave seems very real on the big screen and the producers don’t leave much to the imagination as the after effects and carnage are graphically displayed. But the random acts of kindness from strangers, how ordinary people do extraordinary things during a crisis, and the heart-warming display of family affections are very powerful. It is very moving emotionally and the leads and the three young English actors playing the boys, are all excellent. Rating: five deer out of five.

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Peavoy has studied many instruments over the years including piano, classical accordion, trombone, baritone and French horn.

Rounding out the special guests is Kure, who enjoys performing with her family and as a member of the Red Deer Youth and Community Orchestra.

As Lapalme points out, variety in a concert is a terrific way to capture and maintain an audience’s attention. “We have a variety of high quality gems to present and it is our belief that this eclecticism will keep this concert an entertaining one.”

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LIFESTYLE Regaining perspective of how lucky we are Scott

McDERMOTT I am in Mexico right now on a humanitarian trip with our local Rotary Club.

We are flying home tomorrow. Clubs from around Central Alberta (and one club in Illinois – connected through a friend in our Club) purchased and shipped over 500 wheelchairs here to Huatulco on the extreme southend of Mexico.

For two weeks, we delivered chairs in Crucecita, Pochutla, Candelaria Loxicha, St. Felipe Lochiso, and Oaxaca City.

During this time we have seen some amazing stuff – some heartwarming, some tragic and everything in between.

I have to say that one of the reasons that I love to do this work to regain perspective.

We have so much in our beautiful Canada and it is easy to forget what it can be like elsewhere. We watched people bring their mothers, fathers and children to the delivery site on plastic lawn chairs, pieces of wood, and wheelchairs that had lost the rubber of the wheels, riding only on the plastic or steel rims.

One of my favourite moments involved a man missing a leg, with his ‘good

leg’ bandaged up and oozing from the knee. I bent down, gave him a hug and lifted him out of the old, broken chair he was in (not a wheelchair, just an old) and set him into the brand new deluxe wheelchair we brought.

He was happy and thanking us profusely and then ‘the moment’ occurred -one of my Rotarian friends Trevor grabbed his own new Rotary hat (a serious necessity for us bald guys in the Mexican sun) and handed it to the man while saying “Here, looks like you need to retire that hat you’ve got there.” Well that was it. Sure, a wheelchair, but that new hat off your head? The man started to cry. Trevor had to walk away. I sniffed and smiled and wheeled the man over for his photo to document his registration number and set him free with his new chair.

We got to experience moments like this for hours on end and it never gets old.

It’s worth the trip, worth the fundraisers, the time and all it takes to make this happen.

Yes, there are plenty of charities back home and we support those too. I was proud at Christmas to support the Christmas Bureau - it was great to give the gift of toys to make Christmas fun. I also noted the kids on the lists wanted iPods, Game Boys and fancy toys.

That’s not a bad thing, it was Christmas and getting cool stuff is awesome.

Here in Mexico they want

food, basic supplies and a wheelchair, so they have a chance to go to school like the other kids. It’s a different kind of warm, fuzzy feeling.

I have been told I have a crazy sense of optimism and I am ‘always so positive’. (I will be the first to admit I’m not always), but when I get to be here and see things like this, my perspective changes, just like it did 10 years ago on my first visit here to deliver chairs.

I think we should complain less, do more, and enjoy our privileged life.

When people tell me it is hard to follow a meal plan filled with vegetables, fruits, rice and clean proteins, I picture the little girl I saw a few days ago up in the mountain town of Candelaria Loxicha. She was selling handmade tortillas at the side of the road. No shoes, tattered and torn clothes and a terrible, hacking cough, with open sores on her knees and bare feet.

We bought tortillas, gave her some extra money and wished her well.

I am willing to bet she wouldn’t complain about a meal plan. One of our Rotarian friends brought his 11-year-old daughter with him.

She stared at that little girl in silence. I wonder how that will change her world when she gets home.

Listen, I am not trying to make you feel bad or guilty, I just hope that through my experience and maybe someday your own that we

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How our problems, though real for us, are maybe not so great.

So this week if you would, train a little harder, eat a little better and remember that we are the

lucky ones.

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How to decrease the risk of pain relievers “Remember, you never get anything for nothing.” That’s a caution I’ve repeated over to patients. Why? Because some people believe it’s possible to get health benefit without risk. Today, millions are popping a variety of over-the-counter pain relievers while ignoring red flag warnings that may result in death.

Heart and stroke risk The American Heart Association reports that, with the exception of acetylsalicylate acid (Aspirin) and possibly naproxen (Aleve), non-steroidal anti-inflammatory

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This is a huge price to pay for popping pills that in many cases are not needed.

Liver risk Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is a good pain reliever and does not pose the same danger to the cardiovascular system or gastrointestinal tract. But like any medication it must be taken correctly. Since several other pain relievers contain acetaminophen, people may consume more than they realize. The best precaution is to always read the labels on pain medication to make sure you’re not doubling or tripling the dose.

A fact many consumers don’t know Today, many people are taking an 81mg Aspirin tablet to decrease the risk of coronary attack. Aspirin works by making platelets slippery so they are less likely to form a fatal blood clot. It accomplishes this by attaching itself to an enzyme called cyclooxygenase that controls the level of thromboxane A2. It, in turn, controls platelet stickiness. But naproxen and ibuprofen also seek out this enzyme and if they arrive first there’s no room for Aspirin. So it’s prudent to take Aspirin 30 minutes before these medications or eight hours after.

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Red Deerians encouraged to attend World Day of Prayer

BY KIRSTEN PALARDY Red Deer Express Immigration and diversity are two of the main themes this year during World Day of Prayer which will take place in the City on March 1st.

Churches globally will celebrate the day by offering services speaking on the theme of ‘I was a stranger and you welcomed me’ and encouraging people to take part and hear the different stories.

“The World Day of Prayer is in regards to women throughout the world and is just a day to make people aware of women and the fact that in some countries they are relatively fortunate, and in others they are not,” said Shirley Gehman, president of one of the United Church Women groups.

Gehman spearheaded this year’s service, which will be hosted at Gaetz Memorial United Church at 2 p.m. on March 1st.

The service is open to the public and is considered a non-denominational event as Gehman said anyone of any religion is welcome to come and listen to the guest speakers and take part in the event.

“We have women from five different places speaking this year including an immigrant woman from the Ukraine, another with a French background, one from Brazil and one from Rwanda.”

The idea of the service is to include everybody whether

they be man or woman or of any specific denomination, said Gehman.

“We have some different hymns that we have chosen.

We just want to make people aware of the difficulties the people coming from around the world face when immigrating to a new home.”

“THE WORLD DAY OF PRAYER IS IN REGARDS TO WOMEN THROUGHOUT THE WORLD AND IS JUST A DAY TO MAKE PEOPLE AWARE OF WOMEN AND THE FACT THAT IN SOME COUNTRIES THEY ARE RELATIVELY FORTUNATE, AND IN OTHERS THEY ARE NOT.”

its humble beginnings in 1887. It is an international ecumenical Christian laywomen’s initiative.

Gehman said she has attended the service for many years and said attendance usually is around 100 or 125 people but they welcome more.

There is a light lunch after the service and a collection will be taken during the service as well. Money raised in the collection plate will go to aid women in need.

Gehman said she would like to see everybody come and feel welcome and said she recently read a quote that expressed the idea of mass participation rather well. “The quote said we are all human beings no matter where we were born or what race we are or country we come from,” she said.

SHIRLEY GEHMAN Gehman said there will be a DVD shown during the service, as is done most years. The focus country this year is France so the short film will show what struggles women face when moving into France.

“Because this is a worldwide event they like to focus on a different country each year. But neither you nor I will see all of the countries involved be featured in our lifetimes.”

There are 170 countries involved in World Day of Prayer and it has been running formally since 1932 though it got

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Find inner guidance at seminar next month

BY KIRSTEN PALARDY Red Deer Express An upcoming event in Red Deer will present to citizens different techniques for following their ‘inner

guidance’. The seminar by the Inner Peace Movement of Canada (IPM) will be held March 19 at both 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the Cronquist business centre at 4, 5579 – 47 St.

“It’s about personal development and following your inner guidance which most people don’t know how to access or use to their benefit,” said Inner Peace Movement representative Donna Fuechtman.

Fuechtman said the seminar is aimed to teach people how to trust their

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“It is innate within all of us and is really about when we are relaxed and following our intuition without second guessing ourselves or over-thinking things.”

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Fuechtman said it is a relaxed and casual atmosphere of sharing, caring, and learning where no one person is singled out or made to feel like they are in the wrong.

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“It’s a lot like learning a second language.”

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Part of the belief of the IPM is that there are no mistakes in life, simply stepping stones to the next phase and that people’s ambitions and desires are real and must be acted upon to make dreams reality by giving them direction.

“We invite everybody to just come out and listen.”

Fuechtman said people will ultimately make their own decisions but the IPM is simply here to share what they have found works for them.

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SPORTS

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Local golfers shake off winter rust with new program

BY JIM CLAGGETT Red Deer Express Athletes, no matter what the level they are playing their sport at, are always looking for an edge within the rules to get a leg up on the competition.

For golfers, technology seems to be the main source to get ahead in the game but the Continuing Education department at Red Deer College is giving those walkers of the fairways a little something right from the core in order to improve your game.

It’s called ‘Swing Into Yoga-For Golfers’ and it may provide you with a way to enter the golf season in 2013 prepared, said yoga instructor Suzanne Blackwell, who brings with her a lengthy resume of working with athletes from other sports, instructing them on how they can use yoga to their advantage. The course is designed to shake off the winter rust with a combination of

golf and yoga. “Not just having them hit some golf balls which they would do on one night but also to get their body ready to go for golf,” she said, about the yoga component.

Blackwell will get the golfers on the mat one night and RDC golf coach Scott Bergdahl will take you through the swing aspect of the game.

The course will see both instructors look at your swing and what physical ailments you might have which could be preventing you from getting the most out of your game, along with maybe adding some more power and mobility, said Blackwell.

“A lot of golfers don’t realize that their power comes bio-mechanically from the ground up,” she said, about the swing sequence involving the foot all the way to your hands and everything in between. “So all those areas have to be mobile and stable and strong to be able to maximize your per-

formance.” Golfers at the higher levels of the game have known how flexibility and physical fitness is a valuable asset to have in the bag, said Bergdahl.

“So the more limber your body is the better it is just to make consistent contact.”

After the five-week program wraps up you can continue to use the knowledge for the rest of your life, she said.

“Once people are introduced to the specifics of how yoga can apply they may not need a specific class anymore.”

Working with a golf professional is the perfect combination as Bergdahl sees things in the player which are golf specific while Blackwell is picking up information from her fitness instructor viewpoint.

“I can see he might need to work on his hip alignment or that his shoulder stability might need some work,” she said. “My perspective might be a little more holistic.”

Bergdahl added if a golfer doesn’t have

basic strength in their lower back or their abdomens, then there is a good chance they will stand up out of that shot or lift up and top the ball. “You can go right down to swing flaws. If a persons hips or ankles have problems it may be difficult for them to get into that finish position.”

Both instructors are excited to be able to offer this combination for the first time in Central Alberta. “Anytime you can bring science into golf it’s a good thing. The more you can give the student the better in theory they’re going to become,” said Bergdahl.

Blackwell added this is something golfers can do in their off-season as well when the snow is on the ground.

The class, which begins March 4th, is filling up quickly. For more information on the program check out the RDC Continuing Education web site. sports@reddeerexpress.com

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Wrestling meets boxing

BY JIM CLAGGETT Red Deer Express It has been tried before with varying levels of success. Take a professional boxer and put him in the squared circle with a professional wrestler and see what happens.

One of the first was Muhammed Ali going up against Antonio Inoki with the wrestler spending most of his time on his back kicking at Ali. On Feb. 28th in Red Deer fans will get to see CNWA Wrestling’s version of the spectacle as amateur boxer

P.J. Swales goes head to head with ‘Mr. Beefy Goodness’ Vance Nevada in the confines of Festival Hall.

“I’ve never challenged a boxer before,” said Nevada.

Apparently the animosity between the two has been building in advance of the showdown so now each man will be able to settle any differences using the skills they have learned.

For Nevada, he can draw from almost 20 years in the wrestling industry and is coming up on his 1,500 professional match.

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Nevada, for his part, is all about the wrestling game as over the years he has done his best to be a part of the industry in areas like publishing, mentoring along with being an advocate for wrestling in general. “A lot of people dismiss professional wrestling because of what they perceive - real or fake,” said Nevada.

This test against a boxer will be interesting for both him and the fans, he said.

“Kind of like when Corn Flakes rebranded a few years ago,” said Nevada.

“Taste it again for the first time.”

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Taking issue with remarks made When it comes to our sports fans will always be ready with an opinion on a subject, a game, a certain play.

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CLAGGETT Sports fans are never shy about telling others what they think and while most do so in a courteous fashion there are those who make it a point to use a decibel level above a jet taking off to ensure you don’t miss anything.

But even those boisterous buffoons can be tolerated to an extent greater than the keyboard cowards who crawled out from under their rock last week to say what they had to say about a pair of sports broadcasters.

The targets of these mouth breathers were Gurdeep Ahluwalia and Nabil Karim, anchors for TSN who co-hosted the sports show last Tuesday night.

For some reason these backwoods bozos decided it was just fine to post some very racist twitter remarks about these two men.

Now I know I have been vocal about certain national sports commentators in the past and I’m not alone in expressing my thoughts on how they have performed but I always have and always will attach my name to my comments - right or wrong.

I have never made it a personal issue

with these announcers nor will I ever but I will still express my opinion (sometimes I do get a little excited about it though, just ask anyone who knows me).

These twitter twits however have chosen to hide behind the wall of anonymity in order to save face for the crude remarks they felt a need to share with the twitter universe.

The positive thing about this travesty was the fact many people responded in defense of Gurdeep and Nabil so there is a silver lining to this in that maybe people aren’t so tolerant of racism anymore and are willing to stand up for people they have likely never met.

The sad fact is this still exists here in 2013 and we can only hope the gene pool which is home to these narrow-minded individuals is getting shallower.

If there is any justice in the world then some of those who know these not so brave hearts should make a quick call to the police in order to bring them before the court system so they can explain the reason for the unsolicited attack on two men doing their job.

I for one would be interested in hearing the explanation for slamming a person based on their nationality or colour of their skin.

I think maybe these folks likely couldn’t string together a complete sentence so maybe we could arm them with a crayon so they could jot down their thoughts on the issue.

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Taking a look at your personal style How do you find your style?

What are the criteria you personally subscribe to when it comes to fashion for you or your home?

I find that people generally fit into three style categories -- traditional, trendsetters or fusion (eclectic). I met the most perfect example of eclectic style today at a consultation.

Traditional folks tend to be very safe and classic. Either in their personal style of dress or designing their homes they stay on the beige side of things and choose products with good reputation and longevity. Traditionalists are not as concerned with trends as they are with quality and results.

If they are wearing designer labels, you may not be aware of it as they choose classic styles as op-

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know and trust. They aren’t always looking for that wow factor.

Trendsetters are an abundant category in absolutely every way.

These fashionistas are all about the latest trend. They have looked on the Internet and texted their friends and checked out all of their friends’ homes to see what everyone else is decorating with.

They covet the thing that gets them the jaw-dropping jealousy and awe of their peers. You will see them coming in their beautiful, colourful SUV’s, sports cars and funky crossovers. They will burst onto the scene wearing the latest colours and designers boldly displayed for all to see. These stylish clients know what they want and may just need a little guidance here and there – they

are confident and not afraid to spend money on what is hot now.

They want to make a statement in how they dress and especially in their homes, they are not afraid of bold, bright and blingy!

True fusion (eclectic) styles are rare but refreshing and challenging to work with. Generally the artistic and creative spirit will be far more eclectic in their fashion and home décor choices. Instead of hitting Pier One for the latest styles the fusionist hunts through antique auctions, estate sales and unearths rare and beautiful pieces that speak to them. Their wardrobe is interesting and vast with a harmonious blend of wellmade designer pieces thrown together with a beautiful vintage scarf and colourful pieces of

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When people ask ‘what is in style’ I want to respond, it depends on you. Everyone has their own personal sense of style, everyone knows what they like and don’t like and everyone deep down inside understands how certain colours and styles make them feel.

Kim Lewis is an interior designer in Red Deer with Carpet Colour Centre.

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Home mortgage renewals – it’s worth consideration If you are like most Canadians your mortgage renewal won’t take up much of your time. Usually, we get the renewal form from

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RED DEER HEALING ROOMS Imagine a Walk-In Clinic where Jesus is the Doctor. It’s a reality! Healing Rooms operate very much like a Walk-In Clinic, except it’s Free and open to all! Open Tuesdays from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at: THE PRAYER HOUSE 4111-55A Avenue, Red Deer. Open to anyone needing healing. No appointment necessary. Ph 403-350-8954 DO YOU KNOW a great volunteer? The Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association (AWNA) and Direct Energy are now accepting nominations for the Alberta Volunteer Citizen of the Year award to recognize someone who goes above and beyond to help others in the community. Nominations are open to all residents served by AWNA newspapers. As a reward for giving so much, the winner will get a $1000 cash prize from Direct Energy and a $5000 donation to their community organization of choice.

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Oilfield

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CENTRAL PEACE NATURAL GAS CO-OP LTD. requires full-time Gas Utility Operator.

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Sales & Distributors

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Grain, Feed Hay

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