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Military officer receives Queen’s Diamond Jubilee medal Ken White recognized for his service with the cadet program

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ast month Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class Ken White of Penhold, received the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal for his years of dedicated service to his community at a ceremony held in Calgary.

This commemorative medal was created to mark the 2012 celebrations of the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II accession to the Throne as Queen of Canada.

The Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal is a way for Canada to honour Her Majesty for her service to this country.

At the same time, it serves to honour significant contributions and achievements

by Canadians.

White was specifically celebrated for his “Exceptional service and dedication to the Cadet Program in the North from August 2007 to April 2012, bringing credit to the program and the unit in the local community.”

This award recognizes service, whether it is service to military or community.

“I did a little bit of both.

Service to country and service to community,” said White.

After living in Halifax White was posted to Yellowknife.

He did four years there followed by five years in Whitehorse.

He was the logistics officer in Whitehorse camp and he supported all three territories, The Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut, with materials and supplies such as camping equipment, weapons and ammunition.

He also took care of the financial side of the house for the original Cadet Support Unit North.

“I coordinated a lot of

DEDICATION – Penhold resident Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class Ken White received the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal at a prestigious ceremony in Calgary.

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events there and I ensured that the community got involved with the program. I ensured that the mayor and the commissionaire attended all of the ceremonies that the cadets had, whether it be a graduation parade.”

White has a long history when it comes to military service.

He started off as a sea cadet when he was younger.

His father was in the Navy for 30 years and White admits that part of the reason he joined the cadets was because of his family background being in the military.

Then, before he went to

the reserves, White served in the regular forces in the Navy.

He joined in 1975 when he had just turned 19 years old.

Now, many years later White has 38 years of service to date, 29 of which were served as a sailor and he did 17 years at sea as well.

The remaining years were spent in the Arctic where he worked with the cadet program.

He now works with the cadet program at the base in Penhold.

“I was attracted to the cadet program as a reserv-

ist because it’s a good program and I like working with kids,” said White.

“I WAS ATTRACTED TO THE CADET PROGRAM AS A RESERVIST BECAUSE IT’S A GOOD PROGRAM AND I LIKE WORKING WITH KIDS.” KEN WHITE With his work, because most of it is logistics, he doesn’t get to work directly with the kids however he knows that he still impacts

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“What I do supports all of their programs,” he said.

“I provide them with the materials they require to run events such as biathlons, marksmanship and drill competitions. I also provide the support here at the cadet camp over the summer.”

The cadet camp opens up in June and runs until August.

“At any given time we have about 800 cadets on the grounds here. We provide all the support for the kids for those three months.

“Feeding, uniforms,

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Group to run for City council under single banner

BY ERIN FAWCETT Red Deer Express

similar platform. “We have enough candidates ready to go to drastically change the face of council.”

A number of Red Deerians will run as a group in this year’s municipal election.

They are called Red Deer First.

Individuals associated with Red Deer First are set to begin announcing their candidacy in the coming weeks. Officials with the group said they have a number of candidates that will be supported by Red Deer First, but they hope to get up to eight candidates. Council hopeful Calvin Goulet-Jones is the first of the group to announce his intentions.

“It’s hard for an average citizen to figure out who to vote for so we’re hopefully providing a platform for these people to go and they can see a group of people who are like-minded, who have the same philosophies, same principles for governing a City,” said Ryan Handley, the driving force behind the group, who will not be seeking election. “These candidates who we have gathered together are going to run on a

“WE HAVE ENOUGH CANDIDATES READY TO GO TO DRASTICALLY CHANGE THE FACE OF COUNCIL.” RYAN HANDLEY Handley said he feels a need to try and change how the City is governed.

“For years I was quite content with the way our City was being run. The City’s taxes were fair and we had no debt and a rainy-day fund. These last few City councils have very quickly eroded the contentment that I felt,” he said. “I am frustrated with council ‘pet projects’ that appease small special interest groups, paid for by our hard earned tax dollars. When the bike lanes popped up at a price tag of $800,000, enough was enough.”

Handley said Red Deer First is a group

of diverse individuals who share the same principles regarding the role of Red Deer’s municipal government and seek to bring needed change to City council.

“The candidates will share resources, share time and campaign for each other,” said Handley. “The benefit for the community is that they can go to one place and see a group that does things the same and see what they believe. Because we don’t have a system in Red Deer that is easy for the voters to find out who is running and find out their platforms, this is a way they can go and find simply and easily what this group believes. We want to stress that we are not a party. And the candidates that we will support are individuals.”

Handley added one of the biggest things Red Deer First believes is the importance of having an accountable government.

“An excellent way to do that would in be a ward system. A ward system allows a person to distinguish between a smaller number of candidates,” he said. “Fiscal responsibility is also an important com-

ponent – the City is in far too much debt.

We need to look at the base budget and we think we can find ways to trim the budget.”

Goulet-Jones said he decided to be part of Red Deer First for the support.

“I could not hope to gain 10,000 votes with no one knowing my name and part of it is when I go to a door, I’m not just going to mention my name, I’m going to say these other candidates are great and they will stick with the principles I’m talking about,” he said.

Mayor Morris Flewwelling said he’s not sure the approach Red Deer First is taking for the election will be successful. “Unless they can demonstrate something that is vastly different or vastly superior, I really can’t see that they are advantaging themselves. I think they may be disadvantaging themselves,” he said. “It makes me wonder how many of them have experience as elected people because it kind of sounds like to me that there might be a thought that you get in and you can do whatever efawcett@reddeerexpress.com you like.”

Construction begins on new Francophone school

BY TANIS REID Red Deer Express A sod turning ceremony for the future new Ecole la Prairie, which is set to open in September 2014, was held yesterday at the site of the new school.

“This is a big accomplishment. Parents have been lobbying and working on this for a very long time,” Principal Jean Doyon.

Clark Builders has already begun to work on the site. This is going to help them stay on track for opening the school on time.

This school is beyond just Red Deer according to Karen Doucet, president of the school board. “We will have students coming from Innisfail, Blackfalds, Sylvan Lake and Lacombe,” she said.

This school will have a lot more space and will be

more conducive to a Kindergarten through Grade 12 school.

“We are looking forward to having some space, especially for our older students, middle school and high school students,” said Doyon. “We will have change rooms and a larger gymnasium, some labs, some CTS space for the option classes. That is what we are looking forward to.”

The school’s population has been continuing to grow over the years. The current elementary school has 140 students. The new facility will initially have the potential to have up to 250 students and this number can increase to 300 students if portables are brought in.

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right location. After much hard work the school is going to be located at 4810 35 St. “This is where the school should be,” said Mayor Morris Flewwelling. “This is a historic school site and it is a beautiful setting in the centre of town.

What more could a school want?”

The existing building was built in the 1950s and over the years has had many ad-ons done. “It is time for that old building to go and the new building to take its place.”

The current Francophone program has been in its current building in for approximately 18 years and, according to Flewwelling, is a great asset to the community. “We just want to see it grow and flourish and get a new building.”

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Officials react to loss of emergency dispatch

BY ERIN FAWCETT Red Deer Express Red Deer will lose its Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Dispatch Centre after the province accepted a recommendation from the Health Quality Council of Alberta (HQCA) last week to dissolve dispatch operations in Red Deer and consolidate it to two centres – one in Calgary and one in Edmonton.

“We are very disappointed with this decision. It discounts the value of local knowledge, and we believe consolidation of these services in the two metropolitan centres is the wrong move,” said City Manager Craig Curtis.

“We are well positioned to continue providing ambulance dispatch on an ongoing basis, and we strongly urge the province to reconsider this decision.

“One of the cases they have made is that they will have new technology to track ambulances across the province to be able to communicate between zones. I just wanted to make it absolutely clear that we believe that that is a little disingenuous because in fact we proposed to upgrade our service to that technology.

“We can already track – that’s a more advanced technology that they are going to put in Edmonton and Calgary. All they needed to do for the regional centres was to allow us to install and fund the new technology. We put in a written proposal to the province to do that and they rejected it because they had this overriding philosophy of consolidation. To use that as a reason -they need to consolidate because they need the new technology -- is misleading. These technologies can work just as effectively on a regional basis as they can on a consolidated metropolitan basis.”

The recommendations from HQCA and the province came in the form of a 350page report.

At this time, the City has not been con-

tacted directly from the province regarding the impact of the recommendations, and timing related to consolidation of emergency dispatch remains unknown.

“This is yet another example of centralization that hurts our region. I am extremely disheartened by some of the recommendations in this report and the decision to centralize ambulance dispatch.

I will advocate for this decision to be reversed; but regardless, we will ensure our EMS continues to provide the service Red Deerians expect and deserve,” said Mayor Morris Flewwelling.

The City of Red Deer has worked hard over the past five years to focus on regional dispatch operations for Red Deer and surrounding communities, and it’s all been done with efficiency and exceptional service in mind, officials added.

“Our EMS Dispatch Centre is familiar with the local and rural areas we serve,” said Curtis.

“The logistical and familiarity issues raised in 2009 still remain – a mapping system can’t entirely replace the local knowledge and expertise built into our current ambulance dispatch system.”

The HQCA report also outlines recommendations related to the 9-1-1 system, EMS delivery system, information and managing the quality and safety of the EMS system, and quality and safety management.

The report recommends a minimum basic life support system, which is a lower level of care than the City currently provides through its ambulance response.

However, at this time, the City is unclear on how that may impact its contract for ambulance or what level of service is provided by other ambulances to Red Deer residents.

For more information, or to read the full report, visit HQCA’s web site or www. health.alberta.ca/newsroom.html. efawcett@reddeerexpress.com

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Province slammed for Michener ‘transitioning’ plan Earlier this week the province announced that 125 adults with developmental disabilities will be transitioned into the community from homes in the south and north buildings at Michener Centre.

“Historically, institutional living was considered to be the best way to support individuals with developmental disabilities, but that’s just not the case anymore,” said Frank Oberle, associate minister of services for persons with disabilities. Planning is underway and community service providers have been identified that are equipped to support these individuals, he said.

Bruce Uditsky, CEO of the Alberta Association for Community Living, called the announcement a momentous day “As we complete the final stages of a 40-year transition from a past history of isolation and institutionalization to a meaningful life in community for every person with developmental disabilities.”

The Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) program will work with the residents to plan their transi-

tion into the community. The aim is to integrate residents into community settings by the spring of 2014.

But Alberta Liberal Human Services Critic Dr. David Swann said he was alarmed with the decision.

“The PCs are playing around with some of the most vulnerable members of our society just to save a few bucks,” he said in a release. “I’m not convinced that this new policy maintains or improves the quality of life for those who would be affected by this change.”

The Liberals would support a move from institutionalized care to community homes providing it is in the best interest of the individual and their families, and the level of care and support would not be hindered, officials said.

“This is a group of Albertans who must not be allowed to fall through the cracks,” said Raj Sherman, party leader. “When you introduce profit into the equation, there is always the risk that care will be compromised.”

Alberta Union of Provincial Employees’ President Guy Smith called the closure a betrayal to vulnerable Alber-

tans and “Another broken promise by the government.”

“Michener Centre is a well-respected facility that houses Albertans with developmental disabilities. The professional services vulnerable Albertans have received at the site for decades by caring and dedicated staff have now been ripped away in a cruel and merciless way,” said Smith. “We are concerned about the clients’ ability to receive quality care and appropriate services outside of the safe environment Michener Centre provides.”

He also added that as Michener Centre has been a major employer of Albertans, “This will be a significant blow to Red Deer’s economy.”

Wildrose Seniors Critic Kerry Towle said it made little sense to shut down an existing facility “When we need more assisted living space, not less.”

Jeff Wilson, Wildrose Human Services critic, also said more details are needed for families and patients about why they are losing additional space that exists in Mi-Weber chener Centre.

City to mark centennial with celebrations

BY ERIN FAWCETT Red Deer Express The City of Red Deer is hosting several events later this month in celebration of its centennial year.

“I am excited that we have chosen to do a mix of centennial events and capital projects that cover a broad range of interests for our community,” said City Manager, Craig Curtis.

“They reach all elements for our community includ-

ing recreation, downtown revitalization, history, arts and culture.”

The 100th birthday bash will be held on March 24 and will feature a day of free, family fun at all City of Red Deer recreation facilities.

Red Deerians are invited to the Collicutt Centre, G.H. Dawe Community Centre, Recreation Centre and Michener Centre for free general admission for drop-in activities during regular

business hours at each of the facilities. There will be free fun activities, crafts and entertainment for families to enjoy between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. There is also free transit all day.

There will also be a ‘Guns versus Hoses’ hockey game between the City’s RCMP and firefighters at 1 p.m. at the Collicutt Centre.

On the City’s official incorporation day, March 25, there will be a time capsule ceremony in City Hall Park

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at 10:30 a.m., and that evening Red Deer City council will gather for a centennial meeting of council.

Public is welcome to attend the time capsule ceremony, but due to limited space in Council Chambers, are asked to view the centennial meeting of council online at www.reddeer.ca.

A centennial tree will be planted at the site where the time capsule will be buried and a bench will be placed there as well allowing residents to sit and reflect, officials said.

“The time capsule contents will paint a picture of Red Deer in 2013. A plaque in the time capsule’s place will mark its spot and indicate it was placed in 2013 in hopes it will be opened by future Red Deerians in the year 2064,” said Lisa Perkins, director of Corporate Transformation for the City.

For more information on these and other centennial events, visit www.reddeer. ca/centennial.

“We are excited to kick off our centennial celebrations, which provide an opportunity to not only celebrate Red Deer’s past, but also to reference the

100 YEARS – Charlaine Rausch, corporate events specialist with the City of Red Deer, stands with the City’s time capsule that will be part of the celebration of Red Deer’s centennial. It Tanis Reid/Red Deer Express will be buried in City Hall Park. present and envision the future,” said Perkins. “We look forward to celebrating with residents, employees,

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OPINION Irish Eyes are smiling Shamrocks, green beer or Irish heritage.

All these things might make St. Patrick’s Day more special, but really it’s a lighthearted day that most people in some way recognize.

Many might wear green this Sunday, and others pinch those who aren’t wearing that particular colour.

An odd custom to be sure, but it somehow fits with this day which dates back centuries to a mysterious fellow by the name of – wait for it – Saint Patrick.

This man lived around the time of 387 to 461 AD, and is the most commonly recognized of the patron saints of Ireland.

St. Patrick’s Day originated as a Catholic holiday and eventually became an official feast day in the early 17th century.

It gradually became more of a secular celebration of Irish culture.

According to Wikipedia, originally the colour associated with Saint Patrick was blue.

But over the years the colour green and its association with Saint Patrick’s Day grew.

Of course this is fitting, with St. Paddy hailing from the Emerald Isle.

Green ribbons and shamrocks were worn in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day as early as the 17th century. “(St. Patrick) is said to have used the shamrock, a three-leaved plant, to explain

the Holy Trinity to the pagan Irish, and the wearing and display of shamrocks and shamrock-inspired designs have become a ubiquitous feature of the day.”

Today, it’s a holiday that has reached an international status that the humble St. Patrick himself couldn’t have possibly dreamed of.

Apart from wearing something green, one of the more common means of marking the holiday is by guzzling a pint of green beer for example.

But there are much more unique ways the day is commemorated as well. In the last number of years, the water in the White House fountain has been dyed green to mark the occasion.

As well, the Chicago River has been dyed green for that city’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.

Not to be left out, Japan is also increasingly marking the day.

The first parade, in Tokyo, was organized in the early 1990s.

The tiny island of Montserrat, known as ‘Emerald Island of the Caribbean’ because of its founding by Irish refugees from St. Kitts and Nevis, is the only place in the world apart from Ireland and the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador where St. Patrick’s Day is a public holiday.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Lessons learned on a dusty street in Mexico Recently I stood on a street corner in a village called Camalu in Mexico, a few hours south of San Diego on the rugged and beautiful Baja Peninsula.

It was a sunny, clear day and there was the typical commotion of life – people going about their routines, children popping in and out of shops, cars winding their way down dusty streets.

As part of a group organized by the Sherwood Park-based Amigo Relief Missions, I was helping with the establishment of what will be a community centre that would serve local families in a number of ways. Providing food will be one of those services, as the main goal is to tackle the pervasive impact of poverty. Plenty of families have precious little in this place.

I was taking a break from the project and wanted to see what things looked like in the area.

Directly across the street from where we were working was an immaculate, pink-coloured villastyled home. Stately palm trees

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WEBER added to the elegance. It seemed utterly out of place.

Across the street from that was a row of run-down buildings – one after another. Some were boarded up; others looked like they were barely standing. I wasn’t sure if these were homes or long-forgotten businesses – or a mix of both.

Welcome to the stark contrasts of a ‘developing’ country/community. There are a scattering of wealthy people for sure, but the number of those struggling to make ends meet is overwhelming. Sure there are the pristine resort communities in Mexico, but what most tourists never see are the harsh realities much of the population faces.

That’s what makes the work of ministries like the Erma Fennell

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Foundation, located in Vicente Guerrero, so inspiring. Fennell, who passed away two years ago, established her mission several years ago with the goal of reaching out to those who often don’t benefit from other frontline missions. Her daughter, Judy Jamieson, who today runs the Foundation with her husband Paul, works hard to provide people with their day-to-day needs – spiritually and physically.

It was a joy to get to know Paul and Judy, and be inspired by their hearts for the poor and needy. Originally from Calgary, the couple seem completely at home in Vicente Guerrero, although of course the needs are constant. But I was struck by their enthusiasm and passion for what they do. Even when they were tired by the demands of any given day, their caring personalities shone through. I couldn’t be more grateful for their genuine example of what it means to give so much.

I’ve always said that it would be

wonderful for every North American to spend a bit of time in a developing country or region of the world. It has a way of sharpening one’s perspective on what really matters. It’s not about how much money I have, or how many belongings I collect. Material things fade rapidly in value and let’s face it – we all quickly tire of even the most attractive new ‘toys’.

What matters are relationships. And as Judy pointed out to me, it’s her Christian faith that provides her with the strength for the everyday tasks she undertakes. She and Paul displayed a spiritual vitality and richness that I scarcely see.

One night I was emailing my sister about my experiences, and I explained how tough the work was, but how rewarding it was at the same time. “I feel like I’m coming to life again in ways where I’ve been kind of dead for a long time,” I wrote. “My eyes are watering as I even write those words. I guess I am overwhelmed on many levels. The needs are

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so great, but people seem content with little. Things are simpler here, I feel like it’s easier to hear God’s voice. I was thinking tonight what a privilege this trip really is.”

As Judy pointed out one day, people in prosperous countries often don’t feel like they need God. They may not care to admit it, but there it is. We feel secure, but really much of that is an illusion.

In her community, where scarcity and need are everyday realities, reaching out to one’s creator often comes a whole lot easier. As does reaching out to one’s neighbour - unlike what often is the case in our fiercely independent society.

For me, the trip solidified those realities. Faith and community matter – they are eternal in nature when nothing else in this world is. And they bring a joy and fullness to our lives that nothing else can even come close to providing. editor@reddeerexpress.com

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This week, Express reporter Erin Fawcett has asked Councillor Cindy Jefferies questions regarding the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Distinguished Artist Awards Gala.

The Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Distinguished Artist Awards Gala Artists (LGAAA) is coming to Red Deer in June can you tell us more about it?

“Absolutely. Imagine what a wonderful opportunity this will be to celebrate the arts and Alberta’s premier artists right here in Red Deer; I can’t wait! The stage has been perfectly set to host The Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Distinguished Artist Awards Gala, one of the most high-profile, prestigious events the City has seen,” said Jefferies. “We are fortunate to have a fabulous committee who have been working on hosting this event for the last two years. At the media launch for this event we had the pleasure of hearing Kimmy Beach read one of her poems and Randi Boulton performed too. It was wonderful to take in a little poetry and music as part of my day. As I listened and enjoyed I couldn’t help but think how rich life is here in Red Deer because we have so many people who share their artistic gifts with us. It gives me goose bumps when I think of all the talent we have here.”

She added the gala will take place on Saturday, June 15.

“Red Deer College will be the host venue for the event, with the dinner held at the innovative Cenovus Centre, to be followed by performances, the award gala, and a dessert reception at the Red Deer College Arts Centre. This elegant, black tie evening will celebrate the arts in Alberta and will showcase a variety of local and provincial performer,” said Jefferies.

Reader challenges fairness of maintenance program I’ve been reading Letters to the Editor for a while now. I must say there are really good letters, but here is a point that I don’t think is chatted much about for us single dads. That is child support or the MEP (Maintenance Enforcement Program).

I don’t mind paying child support for my daughter. How come our gross income is based on how much we pay? This year

I will be paying $631 per month for a oneyear-old child to live on. What child needs this high amount to live on? It’s not fair when we have bills to pay too and we need to be able to live as well.

I think or hope the federal child support table should be changed or viewed.

Troy Latham Lacombe

Spring demands pot hole discussion It is coming on spring so let us talk about potholes. They can destroy the suspension and the alignment of any car or truck and can be disastrous for motorcycles and scooters.

What about bicyclists riding in City designated bike lanes?

Those narrow rims on the front tires are no match for potholes. Loss of control is inevitable and the potential for tragedy is extremely high.

A bicyclist hits a pothole in a designated

bike lane, front wheel crumples and the bicyclist is thrown into on coming traffic less than a metre away, injuring or killing the bicyclist. Who is responsible?

The City has a moral and legal responsibility to ensure their safety, do they not?

Ultimately the taxpayer will be on the hook for maintenance of the bike lanes, the repairs for the bike and ultimately the health of the bicyclists.

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What kind of awards will be presented and who administers the award program?

“The Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Arts Awards Foundation was established in 2003 to celebrate excellence in the arts and to underline the importance of the arts in Alberta. The Foundation administers two programs of awards to Alberta artists.

The Distinguished Artist Awards program gives up to three awards of $30,000 each in recognition of outstanding achievement in the arts by Albertans or significant contribution to the arts in Alberta,” said Jefferies. “The Emerging Artist Awards program gives up to ten awards of $10,000 each to support and encourage promising artists early in their careers, who have created a modest body of work, and are recognized by established artists in the same field of artistic endeavour as having potential to achieve excellence in their discipline.”

She added the Awards Programs of the Foundation were established under the founding patronage of The Late Honourable Dr. Lois E. Hole, C.M., A.O.E., Lieutenant Governor of Alberta from 2000 – 2005, and continue under the patronage of His Honour Col. (Ret’d) the Honourable Donald S. Ethell, OC, OMM, AOE, MSC, CD, Lieutenant Governor of Alberta.

Are there other events planned in conjunction with the gala event?

“Oh yes, in fine Red Deer style, many groups have come together to present a week long celebration. A Week of Arts and Culture: June 10 – 16, 2013,” said Jefferies.

“The awards and gala will be the culmination of a week-long series of arts and culture events in Red Deer. These community-organized activities will celebrate all kinds of arts – from literary to visual to performing. From June 10 to 16, the public will be able to enjoy a wealth of free and low-cost arts events across the city. Go to www.reddeer.ca/artsawards for more details.

“This year is a special year, as Red Deer celebrates its 100th year as a City. Enjoy!”

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Last word on DBA controversy It is very easy to be pro council when you’re on the receiving end of City Hall’s spending.

As for the councillor being one of 10 on the board of directors of the Downtown Business Association - it is all the more reason she should never have allowed a budget covered with smoke and mirrors to be put forward.

Or one that allows it to go into debt as this budget does.

Now to people wanting to have lunch outside. There are several sidewalk patios downtown, as well as a park that cost the taxpayers over a million dollars and then we have City Hall Park.

Bryan seems to think these aren’t good enough, but then he’s a member of the board of directors for the DBA that only

libelous statements.

We prefer short concise letters, but will run letters unedited (for length) to a maximum of 250 words. Anything over this is subject to cutting. To be considered for publication letters must contain the name, address and phone number of the writer.

sees what it wants to see.

I have sat in on some public meetings.

If these are so open and honest why is so much of the meeting’s agenda in camera?

I also was here in the ‘80s.

And business downtown slowed to a crawl for most without the big name stores to draw people downtown.

Now as then the City does very little to promote downtown and the DBA does even less. I could go on but it’s obvious that downtown only one point of view is allowed. To the small group that think downtown is their playground and the DBA is their caretaker it’s “My way or the highway.”

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New co-chairs announced for 2013 United Way campaign United Way has announced that City Councillor Buck Buchanan, owner of X-Cops Inc. and Dustin Sundby, regional managing partner at MNP will be leading United Way of Central Alberta’s 2013 community fundraising campaign together.

“We are excited to have representatives from two of our strongest workplace campaigns. The City of Red Deer and MNP have both been involved with United Way for over 40 years combined, so we are very fortunate to have two dynamic people volunteer to lead this Campaign,” said Robert Mitchell, CEO of United Way of Central Alberta.

Buchanan returns for a second year in the co-chair role.

“Last year was a learning experience and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I am eager to step forward again with Dustin because I want to continue to spread the word that as a community we need you, not just those people who helped out in the past.

“We need to grow the support and we need to do

it with more people pitching in,” he said.

Sundby moves up from his role as natural resource chair, where he also demonstrated extraordinary commitment when he and other partners of MNP sponsored the Leadership Matching Challenge, along with Canadian Tire North and Warren Sinclair LLP.

“THE CITY OF RED DEER AND MNP HAVE BOTH BEEN INVOLVED WITH UNITED WAY FOR OVER 40 YEARS COMBINED, SO WE ARE VERY FORTUNATE TO HAVE TWO DYNAMIC PEOPLE VOLUNTEER TO LEAD THIS CAMPAIGN.” ROBERT MITCHELL “United Way plays an integral part in our community’s health and has a strong reputation for being a cost effective way to invest in the community.

“The Campaign is critical in ensuring that their work continues and I look

forward to working with Buck, and the rest of the Campaign volunteers to ensure that we can help those in need,” he said.

Last year the community raised $2,115,067 for the 2012 campaign which was the highest achievement for the organization.

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Skating rinks close Warm weather has prompted the closure of many of Red Deer’s skating rinks. Bower Ponds’ concession, washrooms and skate rentals closed last weekend. Portable washroom facilities are available to the public next to the concession building.

Many of the City’s other skating rinks are closed as well, as the temperatures rise.

A few community rinks remain open, including Riverside Meadows, Normandeau, Pines, and McLean facilities for this week.

Red Deerians are reminded that ice conditions on water bodies quickly become unstable during spring thawing, and to please observe and obey all warning signs in these areas.

Bower Ponds is scheduled to reopen again for the summer boat rental season in May depending on the weather.

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“We are asking people to do the same thing that we’ve committed to, which is engage our fellow community members and local businesses in supporting United Way and the programs and services that support those in need in Central Alberta.”

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Red Deer prepares for poverty reduction strategy Residents are invited to join the Central Alberta Poverty Reduction Alliance (CAPRA) for a facilitated conversation about creating a poverty reduction strategy for Red Deer.

On March 18th, CAPRA will host ‘Prosperity for all: preparing Red Deer for poverty reduction by creating a Vibrant Community.’ It runs from 8:30 a.m.

until 4 p.m. (lunch will be provided) at the Black Knight Inn. “The main goal of this event is for Red Deerians to assist CAPRA in creating a poverty reduction plan for Red Deer. Our group is looking for input from all citizens: faith groups, businesses, seniors, school districts, charities, parenting groups, volunteers, profes-

“WE ARE EAGER TO GET CENTRAL ALBERTANS INVOLVED IN MAKING OUR COMMUNITIES VIBRANT AND ACCESSIBLE FOR ALL CITIZENS.” AMANDA ENS sionals and citizens,” said Tricia Haggarty-Roberts, assistant executive director for the Safe Harbour

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Society and co-chair of CAPRA. “While the plan will be specific to Red Deer, re-

gional partners are also more than welcome to attend and are encouraged to bring a cohort along with them to learn from Red Deer’s community planning process.”

Haggarty-Roberts also said that in some communities, poverty reduction plans have included such varied aspects as access to recreation or affordable

transportation.

“Down east in the Maritimes when they started this a few years back, employment was their big thing so it was really business-driven,” she said.

“It’s really dependent on the communities and the needs.”

Guest speaker Liz Weaver, vice president of the Tamarack Institute and lead for Vibrant Communities Canada, will present on poverty reduction.

The event will also feature Leann Wagner and Lindsey Graham of Alberta’s Social Policy Framework project team.

“She brings a wealth of resources in terms of not only how to dig a little deeper, to find practical solution-focused topics.

That’s what Liz brings.

“It’s not a one-hit formula that works everywhere,” added Haggarty-Roberts, adding that Weaver is skilled at helping communities build grassroots strategies.

Meanwhile, those interested in attending are urged to RSVP to Capra@ reddeer.ca or call 403-3428102 as soon as possible.

“CAPRA has done a significant amount of research and planning for poverty reduction for Central Alberta. This event gives residents an opportunity to find out about the work that has been done on poverty reduction, to learn about best practices, and to get involved in making Red Deer a Vibrant Community,” said Amanda Ens, community facilitator for the City of Red Deer and coordinator for CAPRA. “We are eager to get Central Albertans involved in making our communities vibrant and accessible for all citizens.”

Residents unable to attend the event are encouraged to visit CAPRA on facebook at facebook.com/ CentralAlbertaPovertyReductionAlliance or Twitter @CAPoverty to offer their feedback and to learn more about what poverty looks like in Red Deer, Alberta, and Canada.

If you want to attend the event and cannot use regular transportation, Red Deer Transit’s Action Bus offers transportation services to citizens of Red Deer with special needs.

For more information, or to register for this service, phone 403-309-8400. editor@reddeerexpress.com

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Open house for area structure plans Residents are invited to attend an open house this month to view and comment on amendments to the East Hill Major Area Structure Plan (MASP) and Timberlands Town Centre Neighbourhood Area Structure Plan (NASP).

The event runs March 14 from 2 until 7:30 p.m. (presentations at 3 and 5 p.m.) at the Balmoral Bible Chapel (55 St. and Rutherford Dr.) The City is in the process of reviewing and updating the primary documents that provide direction to development in the east hill area. The City needs to update the East Hill MASP and Municipal Development Plan (MDP) in order to incorporate the 2009 annexation area to the east; complete a comprehensive review of the existing East Hill MASP; and incorporate policy direction as provided by the council adopted planning tools.

At the open house, citizens will be able to view changes to the town centre and main street commercial areas that were proposed in the Timberlands Town Centre NASP.

The proposed changes to the northern half of Timberlands will create a welcoming, more walkable, and environmentally sustainable community with less commercial and more residential and park space.

Proposed changes will introduce new housing types to Red Deer such as carriage homes, wide shallow lots, live work units, and laneless, single family homes. The commercial area will combine living alternatives with an attractive streetscape and commercial building design.

There will be no change to policies and land uses in the area where development is currently occurring and residents are living.

Public input will assist the City of Red Deer planning department in the preparation of amendments for the various planning documents and the land use bylaw. The City will be presenting a draft of each concept plan and proposed changes to the documents.

Residents unable to attend the open house are

encouraged to visit www. reddeer.ca/cityplanning to offer their feedback and to learn more changes proposed to the various plan-

ning documents and the land use bylaw. The survey will be available until March 22.

If you want to attend the

open house and cannot use regular transportation, Red Deer Transit’s Action Bus offers transportation services to citizens of Red

Deer with special needs.

For more information, or to register for this service, phone 403-309-8400.

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Homelessness fundraising event to be held

BY ERIN FAWCETT Red Deer Express The launch of a unique fundraising experience to benefit the Loaves and Fishes Benevolent Society was held in Red Deer yesterday.

‘Homeless for a Night’ will run June 22 from the Loaves and Fishes facility, which is located at 6002 – 54 Ave. Those signing up will spend an afternoon

and one night experiencing what it’s like to be new and homeless in the City. Participants are asked to raise support via pledges.

This year, organizers are hoping to see 50 participants. Last year 12 people participated in the first annual event.

To be eligible to participate, those interested must raise at least $250. However, the first three people to raise $1,000 will get a bed to sleep

in on the night of the event.

The rest of the participants will sleep on the floor.

“Folks are given a backpack and a toonie, because many homeless have some kind of small change, as well as a bottle of water. We ask that the participants leave their ID and money at home. They are also encouraged to buddy up with someone for the day as well,” said Halina Jarvis, executive director of the

Loaves and Fishes Benevolent Society.

“At the beginning of the day we’ll leave Loaves and Fishes and go downtown.

It’s up to the participants to find food, shelter and washrooms for the day.”

At 5 p.m. there will be a barbeque at Loaves and Fishes and at 7 p.m. the doors will open to the shelter where folks will spend the night. Participants are

free until 9 p.m. but will have to return to the shelter by that time. Lights go out at 11 p.m.

“In the morning we will have a breakfast and people can share their experiences with us.”

The Homeless for a Night fundraiser will raise money for operations at Loaves and Fishes. Officials are hoping that between $20,000 - $25,000 will be raised.

“The purpose of the event is to also bring awareness of homelessness, what we do as an agency and to allow people to understand the plight of homeless people and what they go through.”

For more information about the event contact Tammy or Halina at 403-3471844 or email admin@reddeerloavesandfishes.com. efawcett@reddeerexpress.com

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POLICE BRIEFS RCMP INVESTIGATE A HIT AND RUN On Feb. 27th, at 7:15 p.m. the Red Deer City RCMP responded to a call near the intersection of Munro Cresc. and Mackenzie Dr. for a pedestrian who was struck by a small car while crossing the road while with his dog.

The vehicle is described as a dark coloured, possibly a green or brown, small car.

The pedestrian was not seriously injured but did roll up on the hood potentially causing a dent in the suspect vehicle.

If you have information about this or any other crime, call Red Deer City RCMP at 403-343-5575.

If you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.tipsubmit.com.

INJURIES IN WEEKEND SNOWMOBILE ACCIDENT A 23-year-old Thorsby man was transported to the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton by STARS Air Ambulance after a single vehicle snowmobile accident south of Bentley over the weekend.

At 1 p.m. on March 9th, Sylvan Lake RCMP along with Bentley fire and associated ambulance from Sylvan Lake, responded to a snowmobile collision in a field east of RR 1-1 and north of Township Road 40-0.

Emergency crews had been called by two family members that were with the man at the time of the collision after the man had hit a snow ridge along a service road in a farm field with the snowmobile he had been operating.

There were no passengers with the injured man on the snowmobile.

The two family members had each been operating their own snowmobiles at the time of the collision.

Due to the severity of the injuries sustained to the victim in the collision, STARS was dispatched.

As a result of the collision, the victim has received serious injures to his spinal cord.

Alcohol is believed to be a factor in the incident.

Both family members that were with the victim at the time of the collision have been charged with refusing to provide a breath sample into an approved screening device.

The name of the persons involved are not being released at this time.

They are due in court in May.

RCMP INVESTIGATE TARGETED ATTACKS Since March 4th the Red Deer City RCMP have been called for service to investigate a series of four separate targeted attacks on individuals.

by Erin Fawcett These incidents have occurred over a three-day period.

Two of the four incidents resulted in victims requiring medical attention.

Those victims were treated and released from hospital.

These incidents are not believed to be random and are believed to be linked to the drug sub-culture.

The Red Deer City RCMP General Investigation Section continues to investigate and further information will be released as the investigation continues.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the Red Deer City RCMP at 403-3435575.

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 INVESTIGATE FRAUDS IN INNISFAIL The Innisfail RCMP are currently investigating multiple frauds that occurred at various businesses in Innisfail.

The suspects committing these frauds are using people’s credit card and banking information and uploading this information to fake credit cards.

The suspects then complete the transaction manually (they enter the full credit card number and expiry date on the pin pad) stating that their chip doesn’t work.

If asked for identification, the suspects provide an interim drivers licence that belongs to someone else or a fake ID card.

The suspects in the case are described as being Asian or Native, between 20-30

years old.

Anyone with information on these suspects are asked to contact the Innisfail RCMP at 403-227-3342.

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Mad Hatter Tea Party to be held this weekend

BY TANIS REID Red Deer Express The fifth annual Joyce deHaan Memorial Mad Hatter Tea Party will be held this Saturday in the Grand Ballroom at the Black Knight Inn. The Mad Hatter Tea Party is a fundraising event held annually in support of the Canadian Cancer Society. This event is unique from other fundraisers because it

is partnered with the Canadian Cancer Society and the funds raised are set aside to support two projects that have been established in Red Deer, the Cancer Centre Hat Room and the support and purchasing of wigs for the Cancer Society.

The Mad Hatter Tea Committee members have established a hat room in the Cancer Centre and are looking forward to their new allocated space in the new Cancer Centre that is set to open this spring.

This specialized room is open to all cancer patients so that they can “shop” for hats at no cost.

The hats are gathered from the Tea where guests attending make the donations. To date over 500 hats have been donated to this cause.

The second project is the monetary donation to the Cancer Society to support the purchase and maintenance of wigs. The funds raised at the Tea are donated and

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THE DISTANCE – From left, Carter Trautmann, 15, Josh Felt, 17 and Jay Hildebrand, 17, watch to see how far West Central High School’s FeLiNe team’s Popsicle Stick Catapult will launch their projectile at the APEGA Tanis Reid/Red Deer Express Science Olympics in Red Deer recently.

used in Red Deer. So far more than $10,000 has been donated.

“We are proud of what we have accomplished with the project,” said Sharon Schultz, founder and team member of the Mad Hatter Tea Committee. “We have been able to give generously to our community and cancer patients. The support of the general public by way of attending the Tea and their donations allows us to continue.”

“This project, although simple in concept, has touched many cancer patients.

It is about making someone feel better and look better at a time in their life when they need it most,” said Schultz.

In addition, another goal is to let a family share their story of how cancer has affected their lives. The committee honours someone different each year and allows a family the opportunity to share their story. This year the Embury family will be celebrating the life of Florence Embury as they share her story of her battle with cancer.

The main purpose of the event is to support the hat project, however education is also a big focus of the day. “The event was established to support the hat project but the main purpose is to share our message.

We have a goal of people coming to the event, being enlightened, being inspired and having a fantastic time. We really want people to come and have fun,” said Schultz.

Tickets for the event are $20 per person.

If you are ordering six or eight tickets please specify that you would like to reserve a table. Wear a hat. A prize will be awarded for the table with the best theme.

For more information or to order tickets send a request to madhatterrd@gmail.com or phone 403-347-4056. treid@reddeerexpress.com

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Albert Thorburn Stephenson’s commitment to community Since this year is the centennial year for the City of Red Deer, there has been a great deal of attention paid to our civic leaders who have helped make our City the community that it is today.

Quite naturally, those getting the most attention have been our municipal politicians, particularly our mayors.

However, equally important have been our City staff, administrators and managers. One of the most important early figures was Albert Thorburn Stephenson, affectionately nicknamed ‘Stevie’ who served as the City Commissioner for more than a quarter of a century.

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DAWE A.T. Stephenson was born on March 6, 1875.

He was educated in Orillia’s public schools, Portage la Prairie Collegiate and Regina Normal School (teachers’ college).

He was exceptionally bright. He was a provincial and national chess champion. He had aspirations of becoming a medical doctor.

However, in February 1900, he enlisted with the

Lord Strathcona Horse and served in the South African (Boer) War. While overseas, he came down with malaria, a malady from which he suffered for the rest of his life.

After the War, he moved to Red Deer to work as a surveyor with Major R.C. Laurie. However, he soon took a teaching position at Crossroads School and then one as principal at the Red Deer Public School.

After his marriage to Sarah Jenkins in December 1903, he went into the hardware business, partnering with A. H. Illsey.

He also became very interested in municipal politics and was elected to the Red Deer Town Council in 1905.

Stephenson was a strong advocate of the commission form of government as a means of strengthening the town’s administration. He was successful in having Red Deer adopt the model in 1907.

The value of the reform quickly became evident. It turned out that the longtime secretary treasurer of the Town had been mishandling public funds. Because of all his expertise, Stephenson resigned from Council and assumed the position of Town Commissioner and Secretary-Treasurer, a job he was to hold until 1935.

Red Deer adopted the model where the mayor and the town commissioner made up the Commission, thereby ensuring that both the political and administrative sides of the Town had an equal say in the running of the municipality.

This model ensured that Red Deer did not have any

significant municipal scandals for several decades.

In 1913, Mayor Francis Galbraith led the political push towards having Red Deer incorporated as a City, but it was A.T. Stephenson who carried out the crucial work of drafting the City Charter.

Over the succeeding years, Stephenson’s expertise was such that he was frequently consulted by the Department of Municipal Affairs for advice.

He successfully implemented the purchase of the Western General Electric by the City in 1926.

The acquisition of this utility allowed the City to cover all of its expenses while dramatically cutting taxes throughout the Great Depression. This gained Red Deer the international reputation as an ‘economic miracle’ among municipalities Stephenson was also active as the long-time

secretary-treasurer of the Red Deer Hospital, the first municipal hospital district in Alberta. He was twice president of the Alberta Hospitals Association and a member of the Alberta Taxation Commission.

He was a very active Mason and was a charter member of the Red Deer Rotary Club and the Legion.

Despite his health problems, he was an avid sportsman, being an excellent cricketer and golfer.

He loved fishing and was a crack trap shooter with the Red Deer Gun Club.

Ongoing bouts of malaria and the consequences of a stroke forced A.T. Stephenson to retire in 1935.

Despite the onset of paralysis, he was determined to fight back.

Within two years, he had virtually recovered. Unfortunately, a second stroke in the fall of 1945 proved more severe. He passed away on April 21, 1946.

Lacombe County Council has given first reading to Bylaw No. 1175/13 for the purpose of closing to public travel and disposing of a portion of a public highway in accordance with Section 22 of the Municipal Government Act, Being Chapter M26.1 of the revised statutes of the Alberta 2000 and amendments thereto: WHEREAS the lands hereafter described are no longer required for public travel, and WHEREAS application has been made to the County Council to have the highway closed for sale and consolidation purposes, and WHEREAS the Council of Lacombe County deems it expedient to provide for a bylaw for the purpose of closing to public travel certain roads, or portions thereof, situated in the said municipality, and thereafter selling and consolidating same with the title for the W ½ 4-39-25 W4M.

EARLY BUSINESS - Stephenson Hardware Store, 1905. In front, A. Hartwell Illsey, Dan Smith and A.T. Stephenson (with hat). The building still stands at 5005 Ross St. (west side). Since Stephenson was a strong member of the Masons, note the Masonic symbol on the front of the photo courtesy of the Red Deer Archives P2166 building.

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Anyone wishing to comment on the proposed amendments will have an opportunity to do so at a public hearing which has been arranged for: Date: Time: Place:

March 28, 2013 9:00 AM Lacombe County Council Chambers located 2½ miles west of Highway 2 at the intersection of Spruceville Road and Highway 12

If you are unable to attend the hearing, written submissions can be made to the County.

You will, however, need to ensure that your comments are received by the County prior to the date of the hearing. Your comments can be sent by email to info@lacombecounty.com, by fax to 403-782-3820 or by mail to RR 3, Lacombe AB T4L 2N3. All submissions will be public information.

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Our Mission: Since 2005, the Red Deer River Watershed Alliance (RDRWA) Society has promoted the good use and proper management of water within the Red Deer River basin.

Through project and program delivery, our non-profit strives to be an inclusive, collaborative partnership promoting a healthy watershed to ensure a legacy of ecological integrity and economic sustainability.

Watershed Management Plan Project

Our project focus is leading development of an Integrated Watershed Management Plan. It identifies problems and issues impacting our natural resources and recommends management solutions of benefit to the community, economy and environment. The plan is being developed co-operatively, so recommendations consider everyone’s needs; making healthy water everyone’s ambition!

Watershed Ambassador Program

A recent nominee for a 2013 Emerald Award, this unique program promotes watershed management by publicly recognizing and thanking individuals for changing their ways toward improving watershed health. Also, the program serves to fill information needs and raises awareness through speakers at monthly events. The RDRWA partners with others throughout the watershed to bring recognition and thanks through ambassador awards at their events too.

Watershed Education & Stewardship

Outreach Program

Outreach programs are a fundamental part of our work, as we try to bring about positive change in the actions of all people and organizations in the watershed. For example, in-class and in-field programs offer students in grade 5 the opportunity to gain hands on understanding of wetland ecology and grade 8’s on freshwater ecosystems.

Customized outreach programs are offered for summer camps, youth groups, service groups and community events.

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fyi EVENTS “An Evening of Entertainment” will take place at Normandeau School on March 14. Come out and join us at 7 p.m. for an evening of music by the RDC Symphonic Winds, the Red Deer Legion Pipe Band, the Aurora CUC Drum Line and the LTCHS Jazz Band. Tickets are $5 per person or $10 for a family of four. All proceeds go towards music programs at Normandeau School.

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

On March 16, the Blackfalds Field House Society will be hosting its third annual Goods, Services and Talents Auction.

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

About 200 quality goods, services and talents will be available for bidding at the live and silent auction. For more information, visit www. blackfaldsfieldhousesociety. com or contact 403-350-9388.

The Golden Circle is having a St. Patrick’s Day Tea on March 16th. Join us from 1 – 3 p.m. for tea and dessert. There will be entertainment by the Golden Circle Ho-Downers and the craft table will be set up if you would like to do some shopping. Tickets are $5 each and available at the front desk, 4620-47 A Ave. St. Leonard’s A.C.W. Irish coffee party and bake sale will take place March 16 from 9 a.m. to noon. Admission is $4.

The Central Alberta Poverty Reduction Alliance presents Prosperity for All – Preparing Red Deer for Poverty Reduction by Creating a Vibrant Community. The event runs March 18 at the Black Knight Inn from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information,

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The Central Alberta Historical meeting will be held March 20 at 7 p.m. at the Snell Auditorium in the downtown library. Historian Michael Dawe will tell the stories behind the history of Red Deer’s incorporation in 1913. Everyone welcome. For further information contact Iris 403-340-2588.

The Red Deer Symphony Orchestra continues its popular Choir Kids program for a 15th year, with performances scheduled for the evenings of March 18. Seventeen choirs from elementary schools in Red Deer and Central Alberta perform at the concerts,

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.’

will be held in tutor room of LDA, lower level (3757 43rd Ave.) from 7 - 8:30 pm. Prepaid registration requested, $15 non-members and members free. Phone Jeannette at 403-340-3885 or email programs@ldreddeer. ca for more information.

The Red Deer Branch of Alberta Genealogical Society will meet March 27 at 7 p.m at the LDS church at 3002 - 47 Ave. The topic will be Blogs and Genealogy.

Central Alberta Singles dance runs March 23 at the Penhold Hall. Music by Lost Highway.

Doors open at 8 p.m. with music starting at 8:30 p.m. Members and invited guests only; new members are welcome. Other dances are set for April 27 and May 25. For more information, call Elaine at 403-341-7653

Multi Church Seniors Luncheon on March 27 at 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall at Livings Stones Church. Guest singer is Laurisa Williams.

Cost is $8. Pay at the door.

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which are at 6 and 7:45 p.m. on March 18, at the New Life Fellowship Church. Each choir will perform two selections with the orchestra, which have all been orchestrated by Maestro Claude Lapalme. The concerts will end with a mass choir piece A World Of Difference. Tickets are available at participating schools, or the RDSO office at 403-340-2948. Adults are $10, Children $5, or family tickets are available for $25 (2 adults and 3 children/seniors).

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.

or Bob at 403-304-7440.

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.

Easter Bake Sale - St. Vladimir’s Ukrainian Catholic Church.

3932 - 46th St. on March 23rd from 10:00am - 2 p.m. Raffle for Ukrainian Easter Basket.

Tickets $5 each or 5 for $20.

The Learning Disabilities Association – Red Deer Chapter Speakers Series features Jeannette Davis, program director, who will explore strategies for helping elementary school age children learn basic math, on March 27th. The series

The Granny Cash Bonspiel runs March 27 at the Red Deer Curling Centre. Cost is $25 per person entry fee. This includes two, six-end games and lunch.

Deadline for entries March 15.

To register, phone Red Deer Curling Centre 403-346-3777.

The Lacombe Farmer’s Market is having a special Easter sale on March 28 between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the Lacombe Memorial Centre. Lots of home baking, crafts, eggs, jewelry, woodwork, honey, perogies and more.

For information or to book a table call 403-782-4772.

Photographic Event coming to Red Deer, CAPS (Central Alberta Photographic Society) is hosting an evening presentation for photographers. Landscape photographers Darwin Wiggett and Samantha Chysanthou will be giving a talk on Essential & Advanced Filters. Date is April 3rd from 7-9 p.m., doors open

at 6:30 p.m. at the Golden Circle 4820 47A Ave. Cost is $30. Tickets are available at McBain Camera. Visit www. centralalbertaphotographicsociety. com.

LINC- Employment Readiness Program for English Language Learners. Improve your English workplace communication skills. This two-level program for intermediate English language learners focuses on employability and workplace skills. Upon successful completion of both levels, you will be prepared to apply for, obtain, and retain employment or to seek promotion. Must be a permanent resident or hold refugee status. Classes run from April 9th – June 27, 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at Donald School of Business downtown Red Deer. For more information contact jayne.carlielle@rdc. ab.ca or call 403-343-4010.

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Frühlingsfest spring dinner and dance will take place April 6. The event, hosted by the German-Canadian Club of Red Deer, will take place in The Chalet at the Westerner Grounds. Cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. with the dance to follow at 9 p.m. Early bird tickets (before March 30) are $40 for adults, $20 for kids aged seven to 14 and $5 for kids under seven. Tickets purchased after March 30 are $50 for adults, $30 for kids aged seven to 14 and $10 for kids under seven. Call John at 403-342-1073 for more.

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. 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.

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Week of March 13 - March 20, 2013 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 Annual Dahlia Tuber, Gladiolus Corm and Mignon Dahlia Sale hosted by the Alberta Dahlia and Gladiolus Society (ADGS) will take place April 13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Bower Place Shopping Centre. There will be many varieties of dahlia tubers and glad corms as well as potted Mignon Dahlias for sale. Each tuber sells for $5 non-members, $4 members. Corms: 2 for $1.

Potted Mignon Dahlias: $5. New members to AGDS will receive two free tubers and two free corms. The ADGS is a non-profit society promoting the culture and development of dahlias and gladiolus. For further information contact Lorne McArthur at 403-346-4902 or visit our website at www. albertadahliaandgladsociety. com.

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 403347-5303 or 403-341-4672.

Sit and Be Fit is held every Wednesday from 10:45 – 11:30 a.m. There is a drop in fee of $2. Whist is held on the second and fourth Friday of each month starting at 1 p.m. There is a fee of $2. Bridge singles meet on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. There is a fee of $2. Bridge partners meet on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. There is a fee of $3.

Do you have an interest in singing for seniors? The Tony Connelly Singers celebrate their goal by preparing 10 programs each year filled with oldies, newer music, sing-a-long

and instrumental highlights with a friendly, easygoing atmosphere. We practice from 9:30 to 11 a.m. each Tuesday morning, September to June at the Downtown House Seniors Centre and average four to five sing outs monthly. We welcome anyone to take part. 403-346-7316.

Innisfail Town Theater’s spring production is Spirit by Peg Kehret. The Happy Hollow Rest Home brings together a variety of delightful characters, all of whom want more from life than their restricted existence allows. When 83-year-old Clara begins taking hula lessons, holding seances and sending out for pepperoni pizza, the other

Residents looking to gain a better understanding of suicide prevention are invited to attend a free community information session this month. Sessions will be held March 13 and March 19 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Cenovus Learning Centre, Red Deer College. The awareness sessions are being presented in partnership by Suicide Information and Education Services and supported by Alberta Health Services and a variety of community organizations. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn the warning signs of suicide, facts and myths about suicide, what resources and supports are available within the community, what people can do to help

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YARD Yoga Studio: Dedicated to Promoting YOGA in the Red Deer Area spring session registration is now open. Session runs March 18- June 2. Drop-ins are welcome. Call 403-350-5830.

Email: info@reddeeryoga.ca. On the web: www.reddeeryoga.ca.

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

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St. Georges Day Tea runs April 21 at 2 p.m. at the Red Deer Canadian Legion. The cost is $5 and tickets are available at Legion reception.

SEMINARS The Learning Disabilities Association – Red Deer Chapter is accepting registrations for ongoing multi-disciplinary tutoring, one-on-one developed specifically for learning disabilities, dyslexia, ADHD and other conditions.

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if they are concerned about someone. Help is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, through the Alberta Health Services Mental Health Help Line, 1-877-303-2642.

HIV and Related IssuesProfessional Development Workshop on March 26 - each workshop includes working with issues of confidentiality, criminalization, harm reduction, HIV prevention, living with HIV, stigma and discrimination, transmission and universal precautions. If you work with vulnerable populations including people with addictions, people living with or affected by HIV, people who identify as gay, bi-sexual or transgendered this is a great learning opportunity with our witty and wonderful outreach educator. The workshop runs March 26 at Turning Point Central Alberta AIDS Network Society (4611-50th Ave.) The event runs from 3 - 5 p.m.

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 day-to-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).

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

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

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

MEND (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition…

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

The program, offered through Alberta Health Services, is for children ages two to four and seven to 13. For more information, visit www.albertahealthservices. ca/MEND.asp.

MEETINGS Taoist Tai Chi Society has beginner classes running Monday/Friday from 11 a.m. to noon, Monday/ 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 call 403-346-6772 or email ttcsredd@telusplanet.net.

The annual general meeting of the Red Deer Action Group Society runs March 27 from 1 to 3 p.m. in the boardroom of suite 301, 4805 – 48 St. A special resolution is to be passed at the meeting. Everyone is welcome.

For more information, call Jean Stinson at 403-350-7260.

The Parkland Handweavers Guild meets the second Monday of the month (not July or August) at Sunnybrook Farm at 7 p.m.

New and experienced weavers welcome. For more information contact reddeerweavers@ gmail.com, Darlene 403-7493054, Margaret 403-346-8289, Amy at 403-309-4026.

The Red Deer Pottery Club meets Tuesdays from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Contour Studio at the Recreation Centre, downstairs.

New members always welcome.

For more information call Sharon at 403-347-8061 or Karen at 403-347-0600.

Central Alberta Pioneers: Meet old and new friends at the Pioneer Lodge on the second Wednesday of the month at 2 p.m. Entertainment and lunch. Call 403-309-4243 for more information.

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Provincial budget lands mixed reviews

BY MARK WEBER Red Deer Express Opposition parties – and some groups representing public interests – were quick to slam the recently unveiled budget put forward by the province last week.

Although there are no new taxes or tax rate increases, demands are increasing across the board with about 100,000 newcomers moving to Alberta each year as well.

But the reduction in bitumen royalties has led to a drop in resource revenue of $6.2 billion from the 2012 budget’s forecast for 201314.

“The Bitumen Bubble continues to a have a severe impact on our revenues,” said Doug Horner, president of Treasury Board and minister of finance.

“This budget is not just about this year, but about

what we need to do as a province to prepare for 20 years from now when our population will be over five million people,” said Horner.

“We need to spend smarter and focus on providing excellent public programs and services while expanding and maintaining our infrastructure for the future.”

The 2013-16 Capital Plan supports $15 billion in infrastructure projects, with $5.2 billion in each of the next two years and $4.7 billion in 2015-16.

There is also a 3% funding increase for Alberta Health Services. Although lower than the 4.5% previously planned, officials said it was expected and they have prepared for the change.

Other highlights include $500 million towards 50 new schools and 70 school modernizations, officials

say. There is also increased funding for AISH, Persons with Developmental Disabilities, homelessness programs and child intervention programs.

The province also announced post-secondary capital project funding of nearly $500 million over three years.

Funding for the Municipal Sustainability Initiative (MSI) will also be maintained at nearly $900 million this fiscal year, allowing municipalities to continue to meet local infrastructure priorities.

Red Deer South MLA Cal Dallas said that during the campaign for the last election, constituents told him they expected the province to meet the expanding demands for health care, education and to make sure vulnerable populations were appropriately provided for.

“But they also had a

strong message that the spending we were doing was responsible.

“As we worked our way through the process of building this budget, the first challenge was the rapid decline in royalty resource revenues. We made some commitments in respect to the budget, and the first one was to live within our means.”

He said people he talked to wanted assurance that infrastructure funding would be in place to continue to expand the economy. “That’s investment in education but it’s also investment in the hard infrastructure in how we move our products to market and that type of thing.”

On the local education front, officials say the budget will be tough but manageable, as increased enrollment will likely make up the difference.

Funding for the Alberta Initiative for School Improvement as well as transportation fuel subsidies will be eliminated effective April 1 resulting in an anticipated loss of $340,000 in the current year’s operations, officials say.

The province will maintain the per student allocation at existing levels and fund enrollment growth for jurisdictions. “In the end, enrollment growth will likely mitigate the anticipated loss in funding.

We expect to maintain our funding, but will have to do that serving more students,” said Board Chair Lawrence Lee. The District is also pleased that funding cuts for inclusive education will not proceed. “This had been a issue for districts across the province, with Red Deer Public anticipating a cut of up to $1.8 million in annual funding. We continue to make significant gains in inclusive education and this funding is essential to continue that work.

“We are pleased the minister heeded calls from many jurisdictions to maintain this funding and included a two per cent increase,” says Lee. Some critics floated the idea of introducing a sales tax would help bypass funding shortages, but Dallas said the province’s low taxes are a huge driver that makes things happen in Al-

For more information, go to: www.reddeer.ca/centennial

berta including the influx of 100,000 new people to the province every year.

Meanwhile, opposition leaders were quick to slam the budget – Liberal leader Raj Sherman called it the ‘bankrupt budget’.

“This is an intellectually and morally bankrupt budget,” says Sherman.

“Alison Redford is doubling down on trickledown economics - a failed economic theory. It leads to inadequate revenues to pay for public services, and the only things that trickle down to regular Albertans are burdens.”

Wildrose Finance Critic Rob Anderson said every last dollar spent on infrastructure projects for the foreseeable future will come from debt with no clear plan for how it will be paid back. “This government talks about living within its means, but it is spending so far beyond its ability that our children are going to forced to pay their bills. Premier Redford is taking Alberta down a dark path, one that we’ve been down before, and we know where it leads.” editor@reddeerexpress.com

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CITY BRIEFS PROPERTY ASSESSMENT APPEALS DUE MARCH 18 Property owners must submit their property assessment appeal on or before March 18.

Information on a Property Assessment Notice is used to calculate 2013 property taxes. If property owners believe there is an error in their property assessment, they should contact Revenue & Assessment Services at 403342-8126 and arrange an appointment to speak with an assessor.

If property owners aren’t able to resolve their concerns through a conversation with an assessor, they can submit a formal appeal to the Clerk of the Regional Assessment Review Board.

The appeal must explain why they think the information or assessed value on the property assessment notice is incorrect, and what assessed value and information they feel more accurately reflects their property.

Property Assessment Notice appeals must be received by the Clerk of the Regional Assessment Review Board no later than March 18.

Property owners are encouraged to submit appeals early

to ensure there is sufficient time for processing and review of the appeal. Appeals will be reviewed in the order they are received, and the filing fee shown on the owner’s Property Assessment Notice must be included in the package with the appeal form.

Revenue & Assessment Services is located on the fourth floor of City Hall at 4914 48 Ave. The Clerk of the Regional Assessment Review Board is located on the second floor of City Hall at 4914 48 Ave.; mail should be addressed to Box 5008, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 3T4.

For more check out www. reddeer.ca/tax.

NEW NOVA BUSES UNVEILED Red Deer Transit is getting greener with the addition of two new fuel-efficient NOVA buses. The new buses will replace aging vehicles in the fleet, and their modern design translates into a more environmentally-friendly way to travel.

“We’re very pleased to introduce this new style of bus into the fleet,” said Kevin Joll, transit manager with the City of Red Deer. “Each bus is built with lighter com-

by Mark Weber ponents than a traditional bus, plus the engine is cooled with an electric fan. When you combine all of these factors, it means a tremendous fuel savings of anywhere from 12 to 18 per cent.”

The 40-ft. bus is also quieter, as noise tests conducted by NOVA indicate the buses surpass industry requirements. In the category of acceleration, the exterior noise of the new buses is up to 20 decibels quieter than the required levels.

“There are so many positives about these new buses,” said Joll. “They’re fuel efficient, quiet, accessible and safe – they really tick all the boxes for what we’re looking for. Our plan is to add five more NOVA buses to the transit fleet in the next two years.”

The addition of the NOVA buses fits well into the City’s overall plan to ‘Green the Fleet,’ as identified in budget priorities. Through this initiative, City staff is working with a consultant to determine the most effective and appropriate technologies to improve its fleet.

“We’re looking to reduce fuel consumption and lower greenhouse gas emissions,”

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said Tom Marstaller, fleet superintendent with the City of Red Deer. “The new, more fuel efficient buses are a step forward, and we’ll continue to strategically incorporate vehicles that advance our overall mission to Green the Fleet.”

TICKETS ON SALE FOR ARTIST AWARDS GALA Tickets are now available for the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Distinguished Artists Awards Gala, which will take place on Saturday, June 15, 2013. This vice-regal event celebrates the premier artists in our province and the importance of the arts to Alberta.

“We’re thrilled that Red Deer was successful in its bid and that we’ve been given the honour of hosting these Awards,” said Melody McKnight, committee chair for the Red Deer Gala Planning Committee. “Red Deer is a vibrant cultural community, and hosting the Awards is a strong acknowledgement of the strength of our arts scene.”

The Distinguished Artist Awards will honour two Alberta artists for their contribution to the arts in the province. The evening celebration will also showcase Red Deer’s artistic talent, with a variety of performances by local and provincial artists. The City and Red Deer College are pleased to partner in hosting the Awards gala, with the dinner to be held at RDC’s innovative Cenovus Centre, followed by performances, the award ceremony, and a dessert reception at the beautiful Arts Centre.

Tickets are $125 for a full gala ticket, which includes an hors d’oeuvre reception, dinner, the awards gala and a dessert reception. Limited tickets are available for $50 for the awards gala and dessert reception only. Tickets are available at the Black Knight Ticket Centre at www. blackknightinn.ca.

To purchase a table for the gala, please contact Melody McKnight at melodymcknight@telus.net or at 403-896-8522.

POTHOLE CREWS TAKE AIM Pothole crews are now out and about on Red Deer roads. The main focus over the next few weeks is on repairing and filling potholes, but also ensuring that catch basins and manholes are free of any debris and ice to allow for proper drainage.

“We are trying to make repairs as quickly as pos-

sible to improve roadway conditions throughout the city,” said Jim Chase, roads superintendent. “At this time of year, when we are experiencing numerous freeze/ thaw cycles, the potholes are definitely starting to appear on city streets.”

Come spring, crews will ramp up efforts to repair potholes in conjunction with street sweeping. An estimated 13,000 to 15,000 potholes will be repaired by the pothole crew from April to August this year.

Potholes are caused when moisture enters a crack in the pavement, then freezes and expands in cold temperatures. The expansion puts pressures on the crack, causing the asphalt to break away, resulting in a pothole.

Vehicle traffic over the pothole can cause the edges to crumble, which increases the size. Some potholes in Red Deer will require repeated temporary patching until the street dries and permanent patching can be done.

Potholes that are determined to be a hazard will be given immediate attention.

“If a pothole is full of water, it’s impossible to tell how deep it is,” said Chase.

“Therefore, we ask motorists to please slow down whenever they encounter a pothole or pool of water to avoid the possibility of vehicle damage and splashing pedestrians.”

Residents are encouraged to help the City locate potholes by reporting them to the Public Works department at 403-342-8238. A foreman will determine the patching priority for each report and, if necessary, place a gate or cone to warn motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians of the location.

For more information on road repairs or spring melting, please visit www.reddeer.ca/publicworks.

GET YOUR NAME ON TWO PARKS Naming rights to Red Deer’s centennial spray and skate parks are up for grabs with the City accepting expressions of interest for title sponsorship of both parks.

The skate park, which will be located adjacent to Glendale School in Red Deer’s north end, and the spray park, which will be located in Rotary Recreation Park, are both Centennial Legacy Projects that will give businesses or organizations a chance to be part of well-designed, exciting hubs of activity in the community.

“We’re looking for proposals that are creative and in-

novative while supporting positive community relationships,” said Barb McKee, Recreation, parks and culture business supervisor. “We’re excited to work with sponsors in a mutually beneficial way that allows us to expand the range of invaluable recreation opportunities we can offer Red Deerians.”

In exchange for funding and other means of support, there will be opportunities for naming rights to the parks, as well as public recognition and promotion that appropriately reflects the impact of the sponsorship to the community.

“Each of these interactive new parks is designed specifically for Red Deer, and they’ll meet the unique needs of our community,” said Shelley Gagnon, recreation, parks and culture manager. “Both facilities are being constructed right now and are scheduled to open in the summer of 2013. This is a great opportunity for sponsors to connect their businesses or organizations to Red Deer’s vibrant new parks.” For more information on these two sponsorship opportunities, contact Barb McKee at barb.mckee@reddeer.ca or at 403-342-8291.

ALZHEIMER SOCIETY GALA A SUCCESS Between the ardent bidding on auction items and the celebrity waiters catering to guests’ almost every whim for funny money payment, the Alzheimer Society raised over $28,000 for local services and research initiatives. “It was a busy night, our biggest success so far in terms of the number of people attending, the number of celebrity waiters and the amount of funds raised,” says Janice Fogarty, manager, community relations for the Alzheimer Society of Alberta & NWT’s Red Deer and Central Alberta office.

“Our volunteers were fantastic and, together with MC Kevin Watson, made sure the evening ran smoothly and that everyone was having a great time.”

Special guest speaker Chris Nelson traveled from Stony Plain to share her story of living with Alzheimer’s, bringing home a different perspective on Alzheimer’s disease and dementia to many attending the event.

Nelson was subsequently stopped throughout the evening by guests hugging and thanking her for being brave enough to share her story and that of her mother with a group of strangers.

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Pedorthists are trained to deal with both common and complicated conditions of the human foot. In some cases internal or external footwear modifications (ie. sole lifts, rocker soles, balloon patches, changes to the shoe profile) may be indicated to treat foot deformities. A custom made foot orthotic may also be indicated to deal with specific biomechanical problems, pressure distribution or impact. Your Pedorthist is qualified to assess and treat these and many other conditions of the foot or lower leg.

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Indoor tanning use high among young Albertans: survey Alberta Health Services (AHS) has launched a public information campaign about artificial tanning, following new statistics that show a quarter of all young Albertans have used a tanning bed at least once in the past 12 months.

The survey, commissioned by AHS, shows half of Alberta women between the ages of 18-24 have used a tanning bed at least once in their lives.

Nearly a quarter of women in this age range report using artificial tanning at least once over the past year.

The survey also shows artificial tanning is popular among Alberta men aged 18-24, with almost one in three reporting they’ve used a tanning bed in their lives, and 28% saying they’ve used one at least once in the past year.

Those numbers concern

Dr. Laura McLeod, AHS Medical Officer of Health, who hopes the new public information campaign will raise awareness of the health risks of artificial tanning.

The campaign, which includes advertisements placed online, at movie theaters, and in restaurants and bars frequented

by Albertans in the 18- to 24-year-old demographic, illustrates how a little tanning now could cause significant health-related issues in the future.

“There is no such thing as tanning in moderation when it comes to indoor tanning. A tan is a sign of skin damage, which can lead to skin cancer,” says Dr. McLeod.

Indoor tanning beds emit artificial ultraviolet radiation, a known human carcinogen as cancer-causing as tobacco, asbestos and

arsenic, according to the World Health Organization.

Research shows more than 10 indoor tanning sessions can double a person’s risk of developing melanoma – the most aggressive and deadly of all skin cancers, and the most common cancer among young adults.

In 2010, 73 people died from melanoma in Alberta and 534 were diagnosed with the disease, according to the Alberta Cancer Registry.

“When we look at lung cancer, we see that the growing awareness of the dangers of tobacco is helping decrease lung cancer rates in Alberta,” says Dr. Paul Grundy, AHS Cancer

Care senior vice president and senior medical director.

“This survey shows that to begin decreasing the rates of melanoma, we need to similarly increase awareness of the dangers of artificial tanning.”

A key aspect of the public information campaign will continue to be TheBigBurn.ca web site, which provides a wealth of information about the various health risks associated with indoor tanning.

Ipsos Reid interviewed nearly 2,300 Albertans about their use of indoor tanning, their knowledge and beliefs about the risks involved, and their motivations to use it.

BIRDS AT THE MAG – Enjoying a family craft making session at the Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery are from left, Valerie Fitzgerald and her children Stella and Felix, and Michele Bieganek and her grandsons Adam and Luke.

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Volunteering in Central Alberta For more volunteer opportunities, visit Volunteer Red Deer at www.volunteerreddeer.ca or call 403346-3710.

Adult Literacy Program at the Dawe Library is looking for volunteer tutors to assist students with reading, writing and speaking English or basic math skills. Students are from all walks of life and from many countries. Contact Lois at 403-346-2533.

Arthritis Society Alberta and Northwest Territories is seeking leaders to present general and specific arthritis related information in their communities. Contact Liz at lkehler@ab.arthritis.ca.

Bibles for Missions is looking for new volunteers to join our current group of volunteers who are 60-plus to work in the Christian Thrift Store. Contact Joan at 403-342-2522.

Bethany Care Society is seeking volunteers to support various recreational programs, such as outings, birthday parties, entertainment or one-on-one visits.

There are also opportunities for pastoral care visitors. Positions available in Red Deer and Sylvan Lake.

Contact Doris at 403-3573702 or email mackinnd@ bethanycare.com.

2013 Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure Planning Committee is looking for

volunteer leaders to promote Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation’s CIBC Run for the Cure. The CIBC Run for the Cure takes place on Oct. 6. If you would like to be part of this rewarding committee contact Ellen Kobayashi at 403-209-2233.

gee Effort (C.A.R.E.) is recruiting for a variety of programs including connecting newcomers — make friends with a new immigrant to help them feel at home in our city; Spanish speaking translator/interpreters to help meet growing demand; public awareness to share your stories as an immigrant with school kids and adults. Contact Cristina Franco at 403-346-8818.

Canadian Blood Services needs hospitality volunteers for their blood donor clinics.

Contact Heather 403-755-4334.

Canadian Red Cross needs volunteers to promote ‘Preventing Violence in the Lives of Seniors’. All training and curriculum is provided. If interested contact Leigh Baker 403-3461241.

CNIB is looking for a passionate person who would be interested in being a Vision Mate, to be matched with someone with vision loss in your area to help with everyday activities like running errands and going for a walk. Training would be provided. Must be physically able to walk for up to an hour at a time.

Contact Wody 403-346-0037 or email wody.bergquist@ cnib.ca.

Centennial Committee needs volunteers for events throughout the year. Contact Sheila or Teresa at 403340-2013.

Central Alberta Brain Injury Society (CABIS) - We are looking for members for our board of directors. Meetings are held the last Monday evening of each month. CABIS provides support, advocacy and services for people with acquired brain injury, their family members and caregivers. Please contact the office for more information. Interest in making a difference in the lives of people affected by acquired brain injury. Contact Lorraine Irwin or Jean at 403341-3463.

Epilepsy Association of Calgary Central Alberta Office is looking for volunteers to distribute posters and letters/brochures to local business to promote awareness and provide resource information to our community. Contact Norma Klassen at 403-358-3358, toll free 1-866-EPILEPSY.

others. For more information contact Angie Judson, volunteer coordinator at 403-348-0340 (ext.214).

The Friends of the Kerry Wood Nature Centre invites persons to serve as a volunteer director on its board. The board serves as a support society for the objectives and operations of the Kerry Wood Nature Centre. Contact Marg Harper for more information at volunteers@ waskasoopark.ca or by calling 403-346-2010.

Golden Circle Seniors Resource Centre is seeking volunteers for their hot lunch program on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and supportive transportation programs. Contact Diane at 403-343-6074 ext. 108, or dlester@goldencircle.ca.

Learning Disabilities Association of Alberta, Red Deer chapter is seeking tutors for tutoring high school math, ESL and French. Call 403-340-3885 for more information.

Make-A-Wish Foundation Northern Alberta – Searching for a wish interviewer to understand what the true wish of the child is. If you are interested, please contact Amber Benders 780-444-9474.

Michener Services has many volunteer positions available: a sports buddy who has energy and likes to be active playing sports and games; a tech savvy, newsworthy individual who is able to share writing skills with a similar minded individual; a window shopper to enjoy a stroll around the mall with the company of others. Consider sharing a love of math and board games with a new friend, becoming a ‘water bug,’ relaxing in a warm pool with a new friend, sharing stories, talking, laughing, spending time getting to know the community by walking and signing with a friend, sharing your love for music with someone and watch your friendship grow. Contact Carmen at 403-340-7803 or Carmen. kostiuk@gov.ab.ca.

Extendicare Michener Hill is looking for volunteers for various positions i.e. bingo program assistant, porter partner, one to one social visitor, meal hour assistant, household assistant volunteer among

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Red Deer Public Library - The very popular Homebound Reader’s Service is expanding! A call is going out for volunteers to help with this very popular program. Call Jannie 403342-9100 or email jympa@ rdpl.org for further details and to sign up.

Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre - Lifeline Assist volunteer is needed to install Lifeline units, visit Lifeline clients in hospital, promote Lifeline services, and perform clerical duties for a five hour flexible shift, Monday to Friday for a period of six months; surgical family liaison worker is needed to work with operating room and recovery room to provide direction and support for families of surgical patients during the day of surgery for one four hour shift per week, Monday to Friday 7 -11 a.m. or 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For these and other RDRHC volunteer opportunities contact the Volunteer Resource Office at 403-343-4715 or email brenda.farwell@albertahealthservices.ca.

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BY MARK WEBER Red Deer Express Central Alberta band Punch Drunk Cabaret continues to shape its compelling approach to making music, and a growing legion of fans is taking note.

The guys play The Vat on March 16.

It’s been a busy few months since the band released their debut disc last year, and in the fall they had the opportunity strut their stuff at the Alberta Touring Arts Alliance in October.

“This was for people that manage theatres and various venues from all across the province,” explains Randy Bailer, who fronts the band and used to be the driving creative force behind another indie group called Screwtape Lewis for about a decade.

“There are about 200 people that you showcase for and it lasts a whopping 15 minutes,” he adds with a laugh. It’s indeed a challenge to capture the essence of what you are about as a band in such a tight time frame, but this gifted trio pulled it off.

“People were both thrilled and frightened,” he laughs. “Many were just not used to that level of energy.”

Some pointed out that there just wasn’t a stage big enough in their particular town for the band. “It was interesting how it was interpreted.”

Those who liked what they saw promptly started booking the band for shows in their respective communities.

Before long, Bailer, who teaches history and English as well as playing with Punch Drunk Cabaret, said the phone was ringing steadily.

“It’s been good, and it’s taken the band to a new level,” he says.

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months of 2013, we’ve booked as many shows as we played all of last year. I can’t tell you how rewarding it is to see this grow.”

It’s also no easy feat without the back-up of a label, or investors, sponsors or management services either.

“It’s three guys and a roadie.

But it’s growing because people are talking to others about what’s happening.”

Drawing on elements from ‘rockabilly, outlaw country and steampunk swing’, Punch Drunk Cabaret released their aforementioned self-titled debut disc early last year.

After Screwtape Lewis wrapped things up, Bailer found himself writing tunes not on behalf of a group, for primarily for himself.

It proved to be an enormously creative time, and he found himself exploring all kinds of new sounds and genres.

He also tapped into music he had first heard as a kid, and all kinds of inspiration began to surfaced.

Today he notes that he’s not so much attracted to what’s happening musically in the ever-shifting pop culture, but draws inspiration from a bevy of classic tunes from earlier eras.

Punch Drunk Cabaret’s debut CD was produced by the acclaimed Ross Nykiforuk (Sheepdogs, Northern Pikes), and their tremendously entertaining video for their first single, Two Brown Bottles of Beer, was shot at the historic Bailey Theatre in Camrose.

Rounding out the group are Reverend Robin Eklund on drums and Terry Sawbones Grant on 12-string bass.

They’re all veterans whose resumes include supporting high ranking acts like Nickelback,

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Meanwhile, there’s no place Bailer would rather be than taking the band’s music to the masses.

There are 10 cuts on their first CD, and he and the guys are busy building up a solid repertoire representing the terrific, bold sound that defines Punch Drunk Cabaret.

The band will essentially test out a new batch of tunes this year before heading back to the studio in the autumn.

Bailer said the guys have penned about 20 new songs, and

ultimately it’s up to audiences as to what ends up on the next CD. “We’ll be road testing those songs until the fall, which is exactly what we did with the first album. Basically it’s the people in the seats that choose the songs. So we’ll try to play a bit of everything that’s new to try and get a feel for what flies and what doesn’t.

“The best description I heard about songwriting is that it’s kind of like putting up an antenna or lightning rod, and something strikes it.

“You’re given something – that’s really what it’s like. It’s a mysterious process.”

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“It really is one of the deepest forms of fulfillment that I have ever experienced,” he says, reflecting particularly on performing and connecting with fans in a ‘live’ setting.

“To see (your music) affecting other people – you see how music is a language. That never gets old or tiring.

“It’s also all about growth and reinvention,” he explains.

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Bull Skit comedy runs March 22-23 Bull Skit hits the stage with more of the improv and sketch comedy local audiences have grown to love March 22-23rd at 8 p.m. at the Scott Block.

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This month, Bull Skit organizers are delighted to welcome musical guest Bradley Abel, a local singer songwriter. Abel has been a lover of music since the age of 16, when he picked up his first guitar. He has played across Alberta, and will set out in April on his Canadian tour.

This month, Bull Skit has 10 brand new sketches hitting the stage. Find out part two of the Hutterite Mafia. What life would be like with Reverse hipsters, and a superhero debate that will change the face of one man, the Epic battle; Batman vs. Superman.

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beloved nerdy characters will impart their dating advice to the audience.

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Production captures the Bible in two hours The Big Picture, by Toronto playwright Dennis Hassell, is a stirring drama that tells the story of God’s relationship to humankind as it is told in the Bible.

The production, presented by Burnt Thicket Theatre and the Arts Engine, runs tonight and Thursday evening at Scott Block Theatre (4816 - 50 Ave). Showtime is 7 p.m.

The narrative arc of this play follows God’s promise to humanity, starting with creation, through the Old Testament, to the gospel of Jesus and right through to Revelation.

The foundational stories of the Bible are distilled into this theatrical experience, that has garnered rave reviews from critics and audiences across the country.

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by Brookstone Performing Arts, the play has had a professional theatrical run in Toronto, and toured nationally under the sponsorship of the Canadian Bible Society.

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by Tom Carson, who directed the national tour 10 years ago.

In 2012 The Big Picture played at Fire Exit Theatre in Calgary, King’s University College in Edmonton, toured Ontario, and spent a week in the Walmer Centre Theatre in Toronto.

The story features Jason Hildebrand, a part storyteller and part creative catalyst who works as an actor, producer, filmmaker and communication coach.

He is most recognized for his solo performances Blue Like Jazz // Live

The Prodigal Trilogy, Life of David and Kingdom of Herod.

Currently he tours across Canada in Fish Eyes and is developing a new production with jazz pianist Mike Janzen based on author Greg Paul’s book, Close Enough to Hear God Breathe.

Arthur Wachnik is a graduate of the University of Windsor acting program. Last year marked his return to the stage after taking a break for several years to work as an urban missionary and a musician. He starred in last year’s Toronto Passion Play and most recently in The KJV: The Bible Show.

Arthur’s first music album, Least of These, garnered critical acclaim and he has performed around the world.

Andrea Cross’s film and television credits include the lead role in the feature film A Way From Here (Lofty Films), Shadow Government (Cloud Ten Productions, based on Grant Jeffery’s book), Following After (Moviola Channel), and Zero Hour: Flight 93 (Discovery Channel).

She was lead dancer in The Sun, Moon and Waves (BRAVO) and has appeared in numerous commercials.

Theatre credits include The Big Picture and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and the lead role in Fen (North York Performing Arts Centre).

Finally, director Tom Carson has appeared on stages from Montreal to Vancouver, winning the hearts of audiences and garnering critical acclaim throughout the country.

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There he meets three witches; played by Mila Kunis, Rachel Weisz and Michelle Williams. It takes awhile to sort out which witch is good and which are

evil. They seek a wizard to rule the kingdom, which is loaded with gold, and fight the forces of the evil witch.

Franco seems to be the closest thing to a wizard available, and while they battle among themselves, he uses trickery to win the day.

This is a mostly pleasant film. Like the original Oz movie, it starts out in boxscreened black and white, and then expands to normal screen size and glorious colour when the main character enters the emerald kingdom. The effects are colourful and impressive and the story is likable.

However, the movie overstays its welcome. Franco is enjoyable and Kunis has the most fun as a witch, but Williams comes across as a goody two shoes. Children of a certain age will like it, but most adults will be glad when it ends.

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LIFESTYLE

WINTER WARMTH - Enjoying the late season snow, two cross-country skiers glide along the trails at River Bend Recreation Area.

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The power of consistency in diet and exercise “Your body must be disciplined like a child, calmly but forcefully. You are, in fact, re-educating your body and as the various areas are convinced that you are serious, they will begin to obey.

Your body is your child.” -Richard Hittleman I think a challenge for a lot of people is consistency.

We see the yo-yo effect in the gym industry, mostly by people who sign up in January, then try for a bit on their own, and fall away as spring approaches and then summer. These folks find it hard to drop weight and keep it off, and the reason is simple – consistency.

As the yoga teacher I quoted above says the key is to realize that on a daily ba-

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McDERMOTT sis, you are teaching your body how to be. What are you teaching your body today? Are you teaching it to be stronger? Or allowing it to get weaker? Are you providing your body with solid nutritional basics with which to build and repair?

Or low quality junk that will give you a little energy, but allow your body to fall into disrepair?

Today the group I run

with went 26kms out on the highway. It was a tough run, being the longest one of the year so far. I go through this every year - rebuilding a base of running. In 2011 I ran a double marathon of 84kms during Ultraman Canada, so why was 26kms hard today?

Shouldn’t I be able to just do that? The human body doesn’t sit still, it is always changing to what we create.

I took much of 2012 off as my wife and I had our first child, so I lost a great deal of my running base.

So that puts me in a state of re-teaching my body how to run fast for a long time. As we age that gets harder to do, requiring more patience, more effec-

tive rest periods and better nutrition.

Something my run partner said today really struck a chord – “My Friday run lets me have a good Sunday run.”

That is a very powerful truth because it speaks to the fact that consistency brings about success. By running consistently four days a week, the body adapts, grows, changes and becomes better at running.

Through various things I have only been running two times a week, and I can feel it on my long runs. So to get better I have to run more often.

I was watching a client train on Saturday. This guy has gone from more than

350 lbs down to his current weight of 194 lbs - the lowest he has been since junior high school. Another client was working through the difficult Spartan training workout that we were doing and remarked that this other fellow was too happy during the suffer-fest. I observed that he was so happy because three years ago he could barely move. So yes, in spite of the difficulty of the current workout - the fact that he had taught his body to do such things, was a pure joy.

How did he do it? Consistency. No crash diets, no tricks or supplements, just good old, honest effort and consistency, coupled with good nutrition and a goal.

Five days a week of clean eating, two days of whatever the weekend brought.

Six days of strength or cardio training and a day off.

Consistently for two years brought him to a half marathon, then a Spartan race, a few 10km runs, and more.

It’s probably the hardest thing to teach people and the most rewarding to watch when they understand, that consistently teaching your body to be stronger and to feed it good clean food, will yield a powerful, amazing machine that will let you do whatever you choose to do with your life. And that is pretty cool.

Scott McDermott is a personal trainer and owner of Best Body Fitness in Sylvan Lake.

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‘Cooking’ the prostate gland for a cure How many angels can dance on the head of a pin?

No one knows. Nor has anyone found the answer

to treating prostate cancer.

Now, a treatment called high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) is avail-

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JONES able. In North America, every three minutes a man is diagnosed with prostate cancer and every 15 minutes a man dies from it. The problem has been, which men should be treated, and when should doctors follow a wait-and-see policy?

Waiting to see what will happen has never been a logical move anytime cancer is diagnosed.

The result is the spreading of the malignancy and eventually death. But prostate malignancy, unlike other cancers, doesn’t always follow this rule.

For instance, some prostate cancers are ‘pussycats’, only slightly cancerous, growing slowly and remaining localized for years.

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by that time he may have died of something else. So why should doctors subject him to the complications often associated with various forms of treatment?

The huge dilemma facing doctors and patients is that some prostate cancers are ravenous ‘tigers’, growing rapidly and out to kill.

Today, tests are available that help to separate tigers from pussycats, but they’re not 100% accurate.

Today, men who have prostate cancer face a number of confusing options.

Radical prostatectomy, in which the prostate gland is surgically removed, has been considered the gold standard of treatment. But it’s major surgery with the risk of urinary incontinence and impotence.

Urinary incontinence is encountered less frequently now than in the past as surgeons try to spare the nerves controlling urination during the operation.

Other therapies include external radiation therapy, insertion of radioactive seeds into the prostate gland, hormone treatment, chemotherapy and freez-

ing the prostate gland. But none are without complications.

So what is HIFU and how good is this therapy?

HIFU uses energy to destroy tissue. Today HIFU accomplishes the same thing, but uses complex computer-assisted equipment. Patients are given a spinal or general anesthesia. A rectal probe is then inserted which allows the doctor to outline the prostate gland. But the same probe also enables the surgeon to deliver intense thermal heat, up to 85 degrees celsius (185 degrees fahrenheit), to destroy the gland and its malignancy.

In effect, HIFU cooks malignant cells to death.

Following surgery patients are often sent home the same day. A urinary catheter to drain the urine is needed for a few days.

During that time destroyed prostate tissue is discharged through the catheter while healing takes place.

Patients who have an extremely enlarged prostate that has been causing obstruction of urinary flow,

may require an operation to remove the blockage. But this surgery, if needed, can be done at the same time as the HIFU procedure.

HIFU is not for every patient. The malignancy must be confined to the prostate gland and tests such as the Gleason score, (a scale to judge the severity of the cancer), should be low.

Critics say that not enough time has elapsed to know whether there will be a low or high recurrence rate of cancer.

There’s also insufficient data to know how many men will suffer from urinary incontinence and impotence. Currently HIFU is available in some Canadian cities, but is not covered by provincial medical insurance plans.

The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) in the U.S has not approved HIFU until more long-term data is available. But for those who can afford it, being able to pay $20,000 and go home the same day is an appealing prospect.

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VICTORY - Red Deer Rebels left wing Tyson Ness and Lethbridge Hurricanes defenseman Joel Topping chase a loose puck in their game last week. The Rebels triumphed 4-2 over the Hurricanes Brian McLoughlin photo to solidify their playoff position and clinch fourth place in the WHL Eastern Conference.

RDC soccer squad heading to futsal championships

BY JIM CLAGGETT Red Deer Express The Red Deer College Queens soccer team had a solid fall season this year but the team decided to kick around the idea of another sport to keep sharp and learn a bit more.

So far, so good as the Queens are one of four teams out of six headed to the provincial Futsal championships at Olds College March 15-16.

It’s the first year for the Queens in the sport which originated in Portugal and Brazil and coach David Colley says the girls are learning skills with this indoor sport which they can transfer to the outdoor game next season.

“The forwards appreciate this a lot more because they’ll find themselves outnumbered in tight areas, especially around the penalty box and this sport really does encourage the person playing the front posi-

tion to hold up the ball and feed it off to the wide players,” he said. “It’s also the quick movements, the quick treatment of the ball and take the player on.”

The game consists of two 20-minute halves and the clock doesn’t stop until the final two minutes of the game.

There are no throw-ins when the ball leaves the court.

Instead the players kick the ball back into play and three balls are used so when one goes out of play another is ready to be put into use almost immediately.

The ball used in futsal is also different being smaller and heavier than a regular soccer ball and Colley says this design also adds some more skill which can be applied when out on the soccer pitch.

“It doesn’t bounce much, it’s two bounces and it’s steady on the ground,” he said.

“It’s designed to encourage people to play quick passing moves along the ground which is how skillful players should play

the game outdoors too.”

First year Queen Tara Berger has played futsal before and really enjoys the fact this game is all about foot skills, something which is a strength of hers.

“It’s way more fast paced than outdoors and it really tests your endurance,” she added.

She also points out the quick movement off the ball in futsal is going to benefit the Queens when the outdoor season gets underway in the fall.

“It really tests your ability to think on your feet,” she said. “In the outdoor game the more movement off the ball, the more possession you have .”

Colley wants his girls to take away the vision and ability to think further down the line with or without the ball.

“It’s like chess. If you can think four moves away, then any player that thinks only two moves away is going to get beaten by you.”

With just five players aside in a gymnasium it can get crowded so your decision making needs to be fast, added Berger.

“Your team mates have to be quick for you too, be moving so you can get the ball to them,” she said.

Colley says the Queens have been working on their finishing around the goal because they get plenty of scoring opportunities but haven’t cashed in enough to his satisfaction.

“It’s just picking where we need to place the shots and following up on the rebounds,” he said.

The Queens finished third overall in the two tournaments leading up to the championship with four wins, three losses and three draws, scoring 27 goals while giving up 17.

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RED DEER HEALING ROOMS Imagine a Walk-In Clinic where Jesus is the Doctor. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a reality! Healing Rooms operate very much like a Walk-In Clinic, except itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

Visit: directenergy.com/vcoy or awna.com.

Nominations close Sunday, March 31, 2013

Oilfield

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BOW RIVER Gas Co-op seeking a Journeyman GasFitter. Permanent full-time. $27. - $32./hour, full benefits, Natural Gas Distribution experience an asset. Apply to Richard Thorne: rick.t@bowrivergas.ca Buying or Selling your home?

Check out Homes for Sale in Classifieds

Oilfield

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CENTRAL PEACE NATURAL Gas Co-op Ltd. requires full-time Gas Utility Operator.

Experience, safety tickets an asset. Clean valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licence required.

Forward resume: cpngc@telusplanet.net.

Fax 780-864-2044.

Mail: Box 119, Spirit River, T0H 3G0 NEWCART CONTRACTING LTD. is hiring for the upcoming turnaround season.

Journeyman/Apprentice; Pipefitters; Welders; Boilermakers; Riggers.

Also: Quality Control; Towers; Skilled Mechanical Labourer; Welder Helpers.

Email: resumes @newcartcontracting.com.

Fax 1-403-729-2396.

Email all safety and trade tickets.

NOW LOCATED in Drayton Valley.

BREKKAAS Vacuum & Tank Ltd. Wanted Class 1 & 3 Drivers, Super Heater Operators with all valid tickets. Top wages, excellent benefits.

Please forward resume to: Email: dv@brekkaas.com.

Phone 780-621-3953.

Fax 780-621-3959.

VAC & STEAM Truck Operator. Valid Class 1 or 3, Safety Tickets, Top Wage, Benefits, Camp Work, Experience an Asset. Email/Fax Resume: 780-458-8701, bryksent@telus.net

Sales & Distributors

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ELEMENTS is seeking 5 retail sales reps. Selling skin and body care in Parkland Mall. $12.10/hr, F/T position.

Please email: elementsreddeer@ gmail.com SOAP STORIES is seeking energetic retail sales reps for Parkland Shopping Centre in Red Deer. $12.50/hr. Email Resume to premierjobrd@gmail.com

Trades

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3RD/4TH YEAR, Journeyman Automotive Technician required.

Competitive wages.

Full benefits. Incentive programs, pension plan.

Wolverine Ford, High Level, Alberta. Fax 780-926-4204 or email: dave@wolverineford.com AGGRESSIVE BUSINESS NEEDS: Production Assistant to successful business owner, some travel required. Class 1 Driver; Semi retired Mechanic; Gravel Crusher Operators, possibly experienced Foreman. Competitive wages. Work area: East Central Alberta.

Email: fitzcons@telus.net.

Fax 780-842-5556.

EXCLUSIVE FINNING/ Caterpillar Mechanic training. GPRC Fairview Campus. High school diploma, mechanical aptitude required. $1000. entrance scholarship. Paid practicum with Finning.

Write apprenticeship exams. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview

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Trades

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GO TO YOUR next job interview with 2nd Year Heavy Duty Mechanic skills. GPRC, Fairview campus - Heavy Equipment Certificate program.

Hands-on training, safety courses, opportunity to write 1st and 2nd HET apprenticeship exams.

Gain 600 hours credit.

1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview HEAVY DUTY/Field Mechanic - RS Line, a steady growing Powerline Construction Company, is seeking skilled Heavy Duty/Automotive Field Mechanics located throughout Central Alberta.

Top wages, room and board, meal and clothing allowance with an excellent benefit package provided. Please apply to Loni: latkinson@rsline.ca or fax 780-960-3543.

MORGAN CONSTRUCTION & ENVIRONMENTAL LTD. - Looking for experienced Heavy Equipment Operators & Heavy Equipment Mechanics for work in oilfield & heavy civil construction projects.

Competitive wages, full benefits & opportunity for year round work.

Email resume: careers@mcel.ca.

Fax 780-960-8930 or apply in person: 702 Acheson Road, Acheson, Alberta PUT POWER INTO your career! As a Fairview Power Engineer.

On-campus boiler lab.

4th Class-Part A 3rd Class.

Affordable residences.

GPRC Fairview Campus.

1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

PYRAMID CORPORATION is now hiring! Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various sites across Alberta.

Send resume to: hr@pyramidcorporation.com or fax 780-955-HIRE CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS

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Trades

FAST TRACK to Parts and Materials Technician. New 34 week program at GPRC Fairview Campus. Fall, 2013. Write 1st and 2nd year apprenticeship exams. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview PARTS PERSON REQUIRED for Northern Alberta dealership.

Ford experience an asset.

Valid drivers licence required. Full benefits package. Fax resume to 780-926-4204 or email: ron@wolverineford.com

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Truckers/ Drivers

TIRED OF SEMI Truck Driving? Haul RVs from USA to Western Canada!

1 ton and 3 ton trucks required. 1-866-736-6483; www.speedwaymoving systems.com

Business Opportunities

870

80% COMMISSION TRAVELONLY has 500 agents across Canada.

Business opportunities with low investment, unlimited income potential, generous tax/travel benefits. Run your travel company, full-time, parttime from home.

Register for free seminar; www.mytravelonly.ca.

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HIGH LEVEL SUPER A is currently recruiting for: Full-time Meat Cutter.

Applicants must possess the people skills and work ethic required to maintain positive relations with employees and customers.

A minimum of two years retail meat cutting experience would be an asset. The successful candidate must have completed Gr. 12 (or equivalency) and must be able to provide a clean security clearance. If you have the skills and abilities to meet our expectations, forward your resume in confidence to: High Level Super A, 10300 - 103 Ave., High Level, AB, T0H 1Z0.

Fax 780-926-4620. Email: calvin.missal@tgp.ca SWAN HILLS Golf & Country Club looking for â&#x20AC;&#x153;workingâ&#x20AC;? golf course Groundskeeper/ Superintendent.

9 holes, grass greens, staff of 2 - 4. April to October.

Please send resume or qualifications to: swanhillsgolf@hotmail.com Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY

Auctions

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Auctions

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7TH ANNUAL COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION & SPEED SHOW, March 15 - 17/13, Red Deer Westerner Park.

Featuring Big Schwag & indoor car show!

Exhibitor space available.

Consign your car; estate today. 1-888-296-0528 ext.

102; EGauctions.com

BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS Phone:403-304-4791 NEW Location Moose Hall 2 mi. South of Ponoka on Hwy 2A *** Weekly Sales Wednesdays @ 6pm *** Antique Sales 1st Sun. of ea. month @ 1 pm Check web for full listings & addresses bigstrapperauctions.net Central Albertaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Largest Car Lot in Classifieds

COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION. 3rd Annual Edmonton Motor Show Classic Car Auction. April 19 - 21.

Edmonton Expo Centre.

Over 75,000 spectators.

Consign today.

1-888-296-0528 ext. 102; EGauctions.com

1 HOME QTR & 18 Parcels of Farmland - Davidson, Saskatchewan.

DELTA OILFIELD Sorgaard Ranches Ltd CONTROLS (Rocky) Ltd. - 2290+/- title acres.

Tuesday, March 19, Misc.

3 bedroom bungalow, 10 a.m., MAS Sales Centre, Help 30 X 50 ft. garage, selling Blackfalds, Alberta. at the Saskatoon Auction Selling picker & PU service $100 - $400 CASH DAILY March 19/13. Ritchie Bros. trucks, trencher, shop, Auctioneers: for landscaping work! construction & specialty 1-800-491-4494; Competitive, energetic, tools, new residential & rbauction.com honesty a must; oilfield electrical & instruPropertyStarsJobs.com. mentation stock, misc.; www.

75 QUARTERS LAND, montgomeryauctions.com.

Oyen, Alberta - Ritchie 1-800-371-6963 INTERESTED IN the Bros Unreserved Auction.

Community Newspaper 1HQ, 30 Parcels Celebrate your life business? Albertaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s weekly Farmland, 6 Parcels with a Classified newspapers are looking for Grazing Lease, $21,000 ANNOUNCEMENT people like you. Post your Surface Lease Revenue. resume online. FREE. Visit: Jerry Hodge www.awna.com/ 780-706-6652 resumes_add.php rbauction.com/realestate.

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Outstanding lifestyle, amazing business opportunities.

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Auctions

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NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds.

Reach over 1 million readers weekly.

Only $269. + GST (based on 25 words or less).

Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228.

UNRESERVED AUCTION. New surplus, siding, windows/doors, truck, tampers, furniture, tools, hardware, and more. 10 a.m., Saturday, March 16, 1235 - 1 Ave., Wainwright, Alberta. Scribner Auction 780-842-5666; www.scribnernet.com

Building Supplies

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LOOKING FOR a shop?

Post Frame Buildings.

AFAB Industries has experience, expertise, reliability and great construction practices.

For a free quote, contact Ryan Smith 403-818-0797 or email ryan.afab@gmail.com.

METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Best prices!

36â&#x20AC;? Hi-Tensile TUFF-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft. 40 Year Warranty.

ALTA-WIDE Builders Supplies 1-888-263-8254 STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% off!

20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed!

Call 1-800-457-2206; www. crownsteelbuildings.ca

Misc. for Sale

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SAWMILLS from only $3997. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD; www.NorwoodSawmills.com /400OT. 1-800-566-6899 ext. 400OT

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BULL & FEMALE SALE MARCH 10, MARCH 16,2012 2013 at the farm, Erskine AB

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Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Largest Angus Production Sale

LEE & LAURA BROWN Box 217, Erskine, Alberta T0C 1G0 Phone: 403-742-4226 Fax: 403-742-2962 llbangus@xplornet.com catalogue online www.llbangus.com

Careers

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LEARN TO TREAT and Care for Large and Small Animals. Animal Health Technology GPRC Fairview Campus.

On campus residences & farm. Fairview, Alberta.

1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

Offering over 700 head of Quality Angus Cattle 150 yearling â&#x20AC;˘Â&#x2021; 150 yearlingbulls bulls Â&#x2021; two year old bulls bulls â&#x20AC;˘ 100 Â&#x2021; fall two-year-old born yearling bulls 120 yearling yearlingheifers heifers â&#x20AC;˘Â&#x2021;150 Â&#x2021; commercial heifers â&#x20AC;˘ 300 commercial heifers

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Livestock

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ENGLISH RIDER Development Program - Level 1 & 2. Instructor - Certified Equine Canada Coach. Theory and hands-on. June 26 deadline.

GPRC Fairview, Alberta.

July 6, 12, 13, 14.

1-866-378-9675; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview INTRODUCTION to Equine Hoof Anatomy and Trimming. Theory and hands-on with specimen hooves. April 6, 7, 13, 14.

March 20 deadline.

GPRC Fairview, Alberta.

1-866-378-9675; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview

Livestock

2100

RITCHIE BROS Unreserved Auction.

Oyen, Alberta, March 23 at Noon. Red & Black Angus 230 mature cows, 25 replacement heifers, 12 mature bulls.

Bobby Miller: 403-358-1393 or rbauction.com SIMMERON SIMMENTALS, Fullblood Full Fleckvieh Bulls, yearlings and 2 year olds, polled and horned, A.I. blood lines, very quiet, muscled. 780-913-7963

Grain, Feed Hay

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DEALERS WANTED: Hannas Seeds need agents to sell alfalfas, clovers and grasses plus hay, pasture, turf, native and reclamation mixtures.

Contact Esther 1-800-661-1529 or esther@hannasseeds.com HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola.

Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed.

Buying damaged or offgrade grain. â&#x20AC;&#x153;On Farm Pickupâ&#x20AC;?

Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252

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Manufactured Homes

TWO ONLY! SRI 3 bedroom/2 bath, 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; X 76â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Promotional Homes. $10,000 less than market value! Free delivery (100 miles), skirting, over-range microwave.

Bonus: $1,000 Brick Certificate. Call now!

Dynamic, 1-877-341-4422; www.dynamicmodular.ca

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Out Of Town Property

ELINOR LAKE RESORT. 2.5 hours NE Edmonton.

Spring Sale, fully serviced lake lots reduced by 15% May 17-31, 2013.

Suitable for cabin/house, RV or investment.

1-877-623-3990; elinorlakeresort.com.

OKANAGAN REAL ESTATE ALL PROPERTIES â&#x20AC;&#x153;Best Buysâ&#x20AC;?, fastest & easiest way to check it all at no cost to you.

Check out our website: 2percentokanagan.com

Motorcycles

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THE ONE, THE ONLY authorized Harley-Davidson technician training program in all of Canada.

Manufactured Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll work on all types of HD bikes. Quality Homes instruction & state-of-the-art training aids.

THINKING OF SELLING? GPRC Fairview Campus, We need your 1990 or Fairview Alberta. newer manufactured or modular home (to be moved).

1-888-999-7882; For free evaluation contact www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview Terry at 1-877-347-0417 or terry REV UP YOUR ENGINE. @grandviewmodular.com. Now gain 1st and 2nd year Apprenticeship Motorcycle VOLUME PURCHASE Mechanic skills. on our new Alaskan GPRC Fairview campus.

Series! 1520 sq. ft.

Hands-on training - street, $129,900 until March 30. off-road, dual sport bikes.

Includes Arctic insulation Write AB MCM exams package and stainless gain 320 hours credit. steel appliances. Toll free 1-888-999-7882; 1-855-463-0084; www.jandelhomes.com www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview

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Financial

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Legal Services

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1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366); www.

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Looking for a Career Change?

s Journeyman Light Duty/Heavy Duty Mechanic background s Field experience with Industry machinery (trucks, cranes, diggers, etc) s Strong technical problem-solving, analytical, and trouble-shooting skills

Top wages, room and board, meal, clothing and living out allowance along with an excellent beneďŹ ts package. Please fax your resume attn. Loni to (780)960-3543 or email: latkinson@rsline.ca

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Call Bill Conroy or Keith Acheson @ 403-346-6655

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HOMES & LIVING

BACK FOR A LIMITED TIME Just like hockey, these interest rates won’t last

2.60% Variable O.A.C.

DOMINION LENDING CENTRES REGIONAL MORTGAGE

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COZY - This living room in a True-Line Homes show home in Red Deer is a great place to catch up with friends and family in front of a fire.

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Your home should be a reflection of you We have sprung ahead, wandered through the Red Deer Home show and the weather looks like it is smartening up!

After an extremely LONG winter, I have the feeling people are going to be renovation crazy this spring. Like bears coming out of hibernation, blinking and stretching – I see people coming into the store eager to brighten up their homes and let the sunshine in. I’m feeling the urge myself and have just hired a contractor (my dear friend Jason from Fresh Renovations in Sylvan lake) to start my basement.

I will be walking with you fellow renovators through the next

Kim

LEWIS few months.

There is nothing that can compare with the giddy feeling I get when I see the first daffodils or even notice the pastel hued Easter eggs in the store.

Last year I was in Victoria in April and got to see daffodils being harvested and the sight brought tears to my eyes. The promise of life, the end of bleak and grey always does amazing

things to my spirit as I welcome warmer temperatures.

This is the time to clean out the proverbial cobwebs and brighten up your life. Colour is the word of the season; the colours you live with have a profound impact on your emotional well-being.

I visit so many homes and time after time they are dark and bland. Leather, hardwood and plain neutral walls seem to be the popular choice of most people and they really lack personality.

Your home should be a reflection of you and the things you love.

Your sunny personality can be shown in many ways from artwork to fabrics.

If you love to travel, decorate your home with steamer trunks and passport stamp-inspired fabrics. Choose French toile and English herringbone to add classic patterns to your décor.

Your passion may be gardening, if so you should have brilliant colours and natural decorative items in your home. Take inspiration from a famous painting like Van Gough’s Water Lilies to help you choose fantastic colours for your home, it will seem like a garden all year round.

Are movies your thing? Rock out the Hollywood glam with beveled mirrors and glowing metallic finishes which will create an

old world celebrity interior.

When you design with your passions in mind, you will always create a successful interior.

The colours, hobbies and items which make you happy are always the perfect choice for your home, if you are surrounded by things that you love.

So get out there, shovel your driveway and take a look at what is being offered in home décor.

Take in the colours and new products and get some spring in your step and some colour in your home. There is life out there, life and amazing colour.

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

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like Canada is being sold as if we all live in Vancouver or Toronto. If you were to read about the Canadian housing market from abroad, you deďŹ nitely wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to place any bets in Canada, especially since there are only two cities in the nation, and they are extremely overvalued.

Since weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve lost our local TV station, and our own radio stations are all owned by national media companies itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tough to get

the message out there to even our local citizens that little olâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Red Deer is doing ďŹ ne and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great time to invest in a home if you can.

Albertaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s economy, along with Saskatchewanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s has led Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s economic engine with inter-provincial migrant citizens moving here for much of the past 25 years, and 2012 was no exception.

We had over 60,000 new Albertans show up looking to take advantage of our labour shortage and another 95,000 are forecast to show up in 2013.

We all know where our growth comes from, which is that of a geographic luck that 65 million years ago a lot of dinosaurs perished here, but our ingenuity is what makes us world leaders on the oil and gas stage and has brought our province vast wealth - that of which our government doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know how to handle.

While the oil and gas sector attracts migrants from all over the world, the trickledown effect also helps other segments of our economy, for instance

our retail sector also has 1.9% growth, while the rest of Canada has near ďŹ&#x201A;at indicators.

This explains why you cannot locate a parking spot at the mall!

In Red Deer, our housing market has become that of a balanced market, but some deals are leaning more favourably towards the sellers these days, which is a sign that housing values are increasing.

With all of these people showing up, they need places to live and landlords love it.

Rental vacancies in the City are at near zero, and many have to move out to the bedroom communities to ďŹ nd shelter for their families as it is either too difďŹ cult to ďŹ nd a place in Red Deer, or too expensive.

Governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tightening of mortgage rules hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t helped either, making it more difďŹ cult for Albertans to buy a home, but many arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t prepared to either.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not all coming up roses here either though, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got issues of our own, for instance we need not just one new pipeline

for whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coming online, but two, and thus we will have years of this depressed price of oil, but as our government tells us this is a new thing, it isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t, our oil has been priced 2040% lower for many years, and for many different reasons.

And if we cannot ďŹ gure that our sooner rather than later, then this pricing will hurt us for years to come.

Albertans often donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pay enough attention to national media as we are too busy working, but please when you are talking about Toronto and Vancouver, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t speak like those two cities represent the whole of Canada.

Jean-Guy Turcotte is an Accredited Mortgage Professional with Dominion Lending Centres-Regional Mortgage Group. jturcotte@regionalmortgage.ca.

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Why is a concrete construction better than wood?

North and south of the border, it is a Canadian company that is spearheading the common sense but revolutionary change in how a house, or any building, is erected.

For the past decade, Nudura Integrated Building Technology has been coaching builders in Canada and the United States on the switch from standard, wood framing to a post-modern system of preassembled, interlocking ‘insulated concrete forms’.

Compared to wood, ICFs deliver far more energy efficiency due to durability, insulation properties, fire protection, wind and sound resistance, indoor temperature stability, plus a variety of additional occupant comforts.

The planet wins too: an ICF building reduces the need for trees and wood; it produces far less waste at the construction site and your house will need far less energy to deliver the interior comforts.

“Of course, beauty, warmth, and design aesthetics are also top priority when building a dream home,” says Todd Blyth at

Nudura. It can be finished with smart-looking brick, or finished creatively with stone, stucco, or wood siding, just like a traditional wood home. If you’re wondering how concrete achieves such efficiencies, Blyth answers this way: Feature: An ICF house requires far less fuel for heating and cooling and will save significant money on your energy bills.

Why? ICF walls vastly reduce air infiltration to improve energy performance. When you combine thick foam with the structural strength and thermal mass of concrete, the R-Value ratings can be as high as R-50 (versus R-20 for wood walls), saving you up to 70% in energy costs.

Feature: Occupant comfort noticeably improves.

Why? Outside cold can easily travel through a typical wood-framed wall, causing drafts and cold spots.

Reinforced concrete walls prevent this discomfort due to better insulation. Occupants can rely on even temperatures throughout the house, plus air to breathe that is far less prone to the mould and

mildew associated with wood.

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View The Clues has changed!

We have decided to change up our contest. Rather than looking in the classifieds we want you to focus on the many local business advertisements in the paper.

Below you will find five phone numbers listed. What you have to do is match the phone number to the business.

We still offer the prize of a restaurant gift certificate from one of the City’s many great restaurants. You still enter the contest the same way, by filling out the contest form and dropping off at the Express office prior to entry deadline listed.

403-357-3701 403-782-2277 403-341-3366 403-346-5613 403-346-4259

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