Red Deer Express, April 03, 2013

RAISING AWARENESS: A local mother

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World Hemophilia Day to be marked this month ‘Manny’s Mission’ to help raise awareness of rare bleeding disorder

BY ERIN FAWCETT Red Deer Express

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local fundraiser is being held this month to bring awareness to a rare bleeding disorder.

Jill Bryar’s son Manny, 2, was diagnosed with hemophilia, a rare bleeding disorder in which the blood doesn’t clot normally.

This means Manny may bleed for a longer time than others after an injury.

They also may bleed internally, especially around the knees, ankles and elbows.

“When Manny was about five months old he started getting these bruises all over his stomach. We just weren’t sure what they were and we went to the doctor a few times and the doctor said it was just because he’s moving on the floor and on toys. But we knew that wasn’t normal,” said Jill.

“He went for a blood test and he kept bleeding all night long from being poked. The next day he woke up and his arm wouldn’t fit into his shirt because it was so big.

“They rushed us up to the Stollery Children’s Hospital and they diagnosed him with hemophilia.”

Those born with hemophilia have little or no clotting factor, which is a protein needed for normal blood clotting.

There are several types of clotting factors. These proteins work with platelets to help the blood clot.

The two main types of hemophilia are A and B. Hemophilia A is caused by a mutation occurring in the F8 gene and hemophilia B is caused by a mutation in the F9 gene.

Most are diagnosed with hemophilia A. One in 10,000 boys are born with hemophilia type A each year, said Jill.

After Manny was diagnosed with hemophilia he started once a week treatments where he would be infused through his arm or foot intravenously with the clotting factor he is missing.

He now has an intravenous access device under the skin on his stomach that helps to administer the factor easier.

FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN – Jill Bryar sits with her son Manny, 2, in their Red Deer home. For the month of April Jill is fundraising for ‘Manny’s Mission’ in hopes of bringing awareness to a rare bleeding disorder that Manny was diagnosed with.

He has treatments every second day.

Manny is just like any other child, but Jill said they have had to make adjustments.

“Boys will be boys and they will climb on things, jump off the couch and we can’t completely stop him from doing those things, but we are definitely more careful. Any bump if he hasn’t been infused recently we have to assess and see how serious it is, determine if we have to infuse now, or if he starts limping it could be an internal bleed,” she said.

“Anything we do now like going to the playground or going to a birthday party we have to be

a little more careful. If we have something to go to I will infuse him earlier in the day. Once he goes to school it will be really hard because I won’t be there with him.

“MY GOAL IS TO NOT ONLY RAISE MONEY, BUT TO RAISE AWARENESS AS WELL.” JILL BRYAR “You have to be careful but you don’t want to put them in a bubble either. We now treat to prevent bleeds instead of treating a

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bleed,” she added.

Before the diagnosis, Jill said she didn’t know what hemophilia was.

“I went to high school with someone who had hemophilia. I knew the word, but I had no idea what it was.”

The disease is usually inherited, however, there is no genetic link in Jill’s family.

“I’m a carrier, but I am a new mutation. No one in my family has it.”

For the month of April, Jill is holding a raffle called ‘Manny’s Mission’.

There are a number of door prizes up for grabs including

box seat tickets and a $300 food and beverage voucher for eight people to any Rebels game next season, an iPad, a $200 gift card for groceries from Sobey’s South and spa packages, among many others.

Tickets for the raffle are $5 each and can be purchased through the ‘Manny’s Mission’ facebook page under ‘Manny’s Mission’.

All money raised will be going towards the Hemophilia Research Million Dollar Club. Cash donations are welcome.

“My goal is to not only raise money, but to raise awareness as well.” efawcett@reddeerexpress.com

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Local hoop dancer performs for elementary schools

BY TANIS REID Red Deer Express Teddy Anderson, a professional hoop dancer, recently visited Mountview Elementary School to show students his craft and to talk about issues relevant to them.

Anderson focuses on issues including racism, bullying, violence, the importance of education, human rights and youth peace building. This has been a focus of his since high school.

“With my message everything stems from the one central theme of the oneness of mankind,” said Anderson. “No mater what religion, or culture you come from it’s comparable to a garden. Having diversity in the garden is like the diversity in the world. With only one flower it would be very

simple and would become boring after a while. But with the multitude of diversity in cultures it makes us beautiful as a society.”

Anderson graduated from high school at Maxwell International School in Shawinigan Lake where he received the highest award that Maxwell has to offer, the Eagle Award.

The Eagle Award is given to students who demonstrate outstanding leadership, scholarship and service to the community.

Anderson fulfilled these requirements by being a part of a dance troupe and by facilitating the workshops for the troupe. His group did dances on social issues and they travelled around the community of Shawinigan Lake on Vancouver Island, sharing their message and increasing awareness around these issues.

“IT WAS THE DEPTH OF SYMBOLISM IN THE FIRST NATIONS’ CULTURE THAT DREW ME TO HOOP DANCING AS WELL AS THE ABILITY TO EXPRESS MYSELF IN SUCH A POWERFUL WAY THROUGH DANCE.” TEDDY ANDERSON The hoop dance is a First Nation’s cultural art form and many First Nation’s culture have different styles and customs around the dance. Today, each hoop dancer develops, builds and grows their unique performance as a reflection of their life story however, hundreds of years ago the traditional healers of various tribes used the hoop dance as a way to pray, meditate and become stronger in spirit.

Anderson began his hoop

dance training 10 years ago at the age of 15 under the guidance of Scott Ward, a Métis Salteaux seasoned in the traditional art of the hoop dance. Anderson s love for the art quickly grew into a passion and his abilities rapidly increased.

Anderson began working with nine hoops. Today he has such a master of the dance that he can use as many as 30 hoops in one dance, which is more than most dancers.

In 2003, Ward gave Anderson the permission to perform that all students must receive from their teachers before they can do so. This is what allows Anderson to reach out to people in his community to share his message of peace and oneness.

Anderson has a very diverse cultural background.

His mother is Turkmen and his father is of Euro-

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“It was the depth of symbolism in the First Nations’ culture that drew me to hoop dancing as well as the ability to express myself in such a powerful way through dance,” said Anderson. treid@reddeerexpress.com

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Red Deer First names another candidate

BY ERIN FAWCETT Red Deer Express

people,” she said.

“I have been following politics for a very long time The third candidate to on all different levels and associate themselves with three years ago I sent a letRed Deer First has an- ter to the City expressing nounced their intentions my displeasure with the to run for City council this overspending on the civic fall. yards. I received two letters Tanya Handley, wife of back from councillors and Ryan Handley, spokesper- one defended the whole son for Red Deer First, said thing and said it was an she has inexpensive been infaçade and terested defended the in poliproject. The tics for a second letter number said ‘If you of years don’t like and reit, you run cently one then.’ issue in “I thought particular about that pushed for a long her to run time and at in the upfirst I was coming upset at municipal such a curt election. response, “ T h e and then I bike lane thought that “I BELIEVE I AM THE implemenmaybe he had RIGHT PERSON TO MAKE the right idea. tation was a tipping THOSE TOUGH DECISIONS “At the time point for AND HOPE TO BECOME my kids were me.

The a little young A SUCCESSFUL CITY m a j o r but now that COUNCILLOR.” ity of citithey are a zens were little more TANYA HANDLEY not conindependent sulted and I thought I the project was pushed would just go for it.” through anyway.

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“I personally feel that every dollar that our council spends is my money.

Just going back to the civic yards there are pillars that go above the building and extra windows and fancy brick.

“In my opinion every one of those bricks was paid for by my tax dollars. I don’t think that was a good use of taxpayers’ money,” she

said. “I believe my background balancing a family budget and my work experience would help me in making decisions that would benefit the most possible citizens of our great City.

“I have a strong belief in fiscal responsibility and in accountable, transparent government.

“We need to bring our spending levels down so we can leave the City in a re-

sponsible position for our children.

“I believe I am the right person to make those tough decisions and hope to become a successful City councillor.”

Tanya added she decided to align herself with Red Deer First because of the support and like-mindedness of the other candidates.

“I noticed very quickly that one fiscally conserva-

tive voice on council just gets outvoted over and over.

A group of us sat down and talked about how we could make a change in the City.

“We just all decided we needed to get more than one person that has the same idea about putting the brakes on spending that is out of control.

“That’s really how I ended up aligning myself with Red Deer First.” efawcett@reddeerexpress.com

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New partnership hopes to help Canadian Cancer Society

BY TANIS REID Red Deer Express The Canadian Cancer Society will be hosting the annual Relay For Life and this year is special because they are celebrating their 75th anniversary.

In honour of this milestone, Kipp Scott GMC has partnered with the Canadian Cancer Society.

“For the 75th anniversary of the Canadian Cancer Society we have decided to team up with them and we will be offering up a vehicle as a prize,” said Garrett Scott general manager of the dealership.

Participants will receive one entry to win the vehicle for every $750 they raise. The winner will have the choice between two vehicles: the GMC Terrain and the Buick Encore each worth approximately $30,000.

“We are very excited for this year and this incentive prize and we are thrilled to be partnered up with Kipp Scott GMC,” said Trish King, revenue development coordinator with the Canadian Cancer Society.

This year for the Relay for Life the goal is to have 750 participants in the four relays, in Red Deer, Innisfail, Rocky Mountain House and Stettler,

to raise $750 each and to reach a final total of $750,000 raised.

This is a much loftier goal than those in past years. Last year Red Deer raised $207,881, Innisfail raised $74,950, and Stettler raised $148,673.

Rocky Mountain House did not participate last year, however, Ponoka held an event and they managed to raise $5,000 which brought the total for Central Alberta to $436,505.

However King is hoping the donat-

“THE REMEMBER CEREMONY IS VERY, VERY POWERFUL WHEN WE LIGHT THE LUMINARIES AT DUSK. THERE ARE LOTS OF TEARS AND LOTS OF KLEENEX.” TRISH KING ed vehicles will help beat last year’s numbers. “Hopefully the incentive prize will bring participants back who haven’t done it in a few years, and get people to raise more money.

Ideally that is the biggest goal is to raise more funds in Central Alberta and become one of the top Relay For Life fundraisers in the division.”

Relay For Life will be in Rocky Mountain House on May 24th, Innis-

fail will have theirs on June 7th and Red Deer and Stettler will have their Relays on June 14th. In Red Deer registration will start by 5 p.m. and the walk will commence at 7 p.m.

“We will have the celebration ceremonies of course with the Survivor’s Victory Lap which is pretty powerful.

You see all of the yellow shirts worn by people who have survived and beaten cancer or are fighting cancer,” said King.

“The Remember Ceremony is very, very powerful when we light the luminaries at dusk. There are lots of tears and lots of Kleenex. And then there is Fight Back in the morning where you just gear up for how you are going to fight cancer for the next 364 days.”

People wanting to participate in this fundraiser are now able to sign up online. “The captain can sign up and send out an email to everyone they want on their team and people can join at a later time,” said King.

The Canadian Cancer Society’s web site www.relayforlife.ca allows participants to get their team started, to send emails to people asking for pledges. Registration fees are online for $15 per person and $20 per person in person.

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Filmmaker to be honoured at international festival

BY MARK WEBER Red Deer Express Local filmmaker Lori Ravensborg is off to Vancouver for the Canada International Film Festival to receive a special honour.

She was notified that The Long Road, which she wrote, produced, and directed is set to receive a Rising Star Award in the short film category at the Festival’s closing night Awards Gala.

The Festival runs April 5-6.

“I feel thrilled that it is still garnering some recognition - I think the fact that it is a human story based on a family’s emotional time makes it connect with people,” she explains. “We’ve all felt pain and grief and somehow have to learn to navigate through. I know there are many films that are ‘slicker’ and have great special effects and the like but The Long Road has heart, delivered by some fine actors.”

The film tackles tough subject matter about the choices people have to face at the end of life and how those choices bring families together and pull them apart. The story focuses on an Alberta farmer who tragically loses his wife of 41 years.

When the adult children reassemble at their fam-

ily acreage, they bring not only their grief but their emotional baggage as well.

Ravensborg’s cast and crew consisted of long-time professionals in the industry like cinematographer Don Armstrong, actors John Treleaven and Kim Faires as well as produc-

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Emmy-nominated casting director Rhonda Fisekci also jumped onboard after reading the script.

“The work was very emotional and difficult in nature,” said Ravensborg.

“I am very proud of this work and so happy with the outcome.”

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As for future projects, Ravensborg said she definitely got ‘the directing bug’ through the meaningful experience of bringing The Long Road to fruition.

“I never thought I would love something as much as I love acting, but I do,” she explains. “In a way it’s taking the love of teaching - the thrill of seeing actors

connect and feeling the energy travel - to a greater level. I also am a bit of a control freak so it was nice to be at the helm of the ship.

I have one script in process and another idea floating in my head but I’ve been busy this year teaching, raising my babes as well as the occasional audition.”

Meanwhile, The Long Road is in submission process for the AMPIA awards - Best Dramatic Narrative (under 30 minutes), Best

Director, Best Cinematographer - Don Armstrong and Best Performance by an Alberta Actor (John Treleaven). “Notification is in a few weeks so I hope for something to come from that. I also hope for it to screen again in Red Deer.”

These days, in spite of her busy schedule, Ravensborg is committed to maintaining a constant creative output. “It is very easy to allow the flame of your creativity to be put out with

the realities of daily life,” she said. “Jobs and family details and raising kids and paying bills.

“It was so important to see that project through from beginning to end, to feel my creative power and see it make something beautiful. It is imperative to the truth of who I am. It pushes me to never give up, never forget and believe in myself. I wish that kind of experience for everyone.” editor@reddeerexpress.com

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OPINION Remembering Klein Albertans are mourning the loss of one of the province’s most popular premiers.

Ralph Klein passed away last Friday. He was 70.

A celebration of life will be held at the Jack Singer Concert Hall this Friday at noon. The family was offered a state funeral but declined saying it was important for Klein to be honoured in his hometown of Calgary and where he first stepped into City Hall at the age of 26 as a reporter.

Klein was Alberta’s 12th premier. He served 1992 to 2006. Before that he was mayor of Calgary from 1980 to 1989.

Whether Albertans liked his policies and style or not, one cannot argue that he didn’t leave his mark on the provincial political landscape.

Klein, a journalist before entering the world of politics, knew how to communicate to Albertans and he was always very relatable to the average citizen – even when he made headlines for his controversial decisions and sometimes controversial behaviour.

Other political foes have acknowledged his influence and input over the years despite of their significant differences of opinion.

On the ground level for media he was always very quotable and entertaining and a lot of times humourous and relaxed. He took his time carefully answering questions and you never wanted

to miss an interview opportunity because you never could predict what he would say.

That accessibility is one of the things Klein will be remembered for. Politicians these days are often very guarded and closed off. Media is lucky to get a few questions in before they are whisked off by their handlers.

Klein was one of us. He didn’t try to hide his imperfections or personal problems and he was never afraid to say sorry or admit that he wrong.

At his passing, Klein was surrounded by family and close friends at a Calgary care centre. He had been in hospital and later receiving continuing care since September 2011 for frontotemporal dementia, complications from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and, more recently, complications from pneumonia.

In a statement from the Klein family, his wife Colleen said “The nature of his illness made it very difficult to express his thoughts these past years which I know was a real challenge for him, but Ralph very much knew and appreciated the well wishes and warm messages he received. I want to thank everyone for their support and especially of the caregivers who helped us throughout. It has all made a tremendous difference.”

An online tribute page has been created for Albertans to share their memories of the former premier at http://alberta.ca/ralphklein.cfm.

Waskasoo Park and beyond - preservation of a natural resource In 1981 the Province announced an Urban Parks Program for Red Deer and four other middle-sized cities in the province.

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One of the requirements of the funding was the preparation of a master plan showing how the Province’s investment would enhance the City.

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The Waskasoo Park Master Plan was completed in 1982 following public consultation.

As the proposed park system extended beyond the City’s boundaries, the policy committee included

City and County councillors, and the master plan was adopted by both City and County councils.

The final master plan followed earlier planning documents and presented a bold vision of an integrated river valley and creek park system of over 2,500 acres stretching 12 km along the Red Deer River valley from what is now River Bend to Fort Normandeau.

The park would be linked by 75 km of trails as well as a designated area for equestrian use.

Although there were controversies during development, Waskasoo Park today closely follows the 1982 blueprint.

Land acquisition was a key component, and about 60% of the land base was obtained from private landowners.

The overriding principle of the plan was to preserve the river valley as a unique natural resource for public access and maintain a continuous migration corridor for wildlife through the City.

With the acquisition of critical parcels of land from private landowners and the Province, residents reclaimed access to the river along its entire length within the City.

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Today Waskasoo Park is listed in all surveys as Red Deer’s greatest asset.

However, it was built 30 years ago when the City had a population less than half it has today.

At the time, it was recognized the park would serve a much larger population, and much of the land including Heritage Ranch and River Bend have been incorporated within the City.

However, use of the park has expanded, with cyclists using the trail system.

The master plan was updated in 2005 through the Waskasoo Park Special Gathering Spaces Master Plan which proposed improvements at Three Mile Bend, Bower Ponds, Heritage Ranch, and River Bend.

City council endorsed the plan and upgrades have included a new playground and gazebo at Bower Ponds and canoe and trail facilities at Three Mile Bend.

In 2007, the City and County adopted an Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP) which includes a proposal to establish a continuous ‘intermunicipal park system’ focused on the floodways, flood fringes, and natural areas of Waskasoo Creek, Piper Creek,

and the Red Deer and Blindman Rivers.

This policy resulted in a new River Valley and Tributaries Park Concept Plan adopted by both councils in 2010.

The plan provides a broad vision for an extended park system within the City’s future growth area. The plan includes proposed park areas north of River Bend focused on the confluence of the Red Deer and Blindman Rivers, as well as an extended linear corridor west of Fort Normandeau.

New nodes are also proposed at Cameo and Hazlett Lakes.

As the City celebrates its centennial, new initiatives are underway that expand the park system.

Maskepetoon Park, south of Oriole Park was part of the original master plan which was not completed.

In 2007, a plan was developed including nature trails and natural history interpretation of the Tamarack forest. The park has been under development for the past four years and will be officially opened on Sept. 22, this year’s National Tree Day. With the development of the area south of the Red Deer College,

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named Southpointe Junction, an agreement has been reached to acquire and protect a large tree stand and escarpment known as the Bower Natural Area.

From its inception, Waskasoo Park has included two interpretive centres that focus on the built and natural environment: Fort Normandeau and the Kerry Wood Nature Centre. Centennial funding has been approved for major upgrades to each centre, and major federal funding was also received.

When considering the planning and urban design of the City, one can ask the following questions: What is unique about Red Deer? What distinguishes Red Deer from other cities?

In my view, Red Deer’s character is in large measure provided by its natural setting and topography.

The natural features give Red Deer a character that has been recognized and built upon. It is appropriate that the initial investment was part of a provincial vision funded through the Heritage Savings Trust Fund and supported by every subsequent municipal council.

Craig Curtis is Red Deer’s City manager.

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Letters to the editor

Courage of political convictions vs. focusing on political perks The greatest issue facing our politicians today is the quandary whether their courage of their convictions can stand up to their enjoyment of the perks of privilege.

There are very few people who run for office with the sole purpose of lining their pockets, abusing their entitlements, and corrupting our democracy.

There are many who are just career-politicians working their way up the political ladder.

Some start with serving on the school board and then go onto council.

Then they move onto mayor then onto being a provincial or federal member and ultimately striving to be a member of ministry or the leader.

There are many who do have pureness of heart when they enter politics and of those many are

lured into the dark side unintentionally, but fearing the wrath of party leaders and the enjoyment of the perks they end up crossing over.

The populace is treated as a consumer shepherded with advertisements and proclamations. They are continuously being sold a bill of goods with little or no input.

Facades of democracy sprout up as town hall meetings, committees, and surveys often with pre-ordained results.

Here are but two recent examples.

The Federal Boundaries commission with no apparent influence. The Finance Committee had 800 witnesses and not one amendment was produced.

Apparently there are now only two goals once you enter in politics.

Number one - getting

re-elected and number two – enjoy your perks before you leave.

Getting re-elected means doing everything the boss man or woman says.

Reading scripts, meaning: saying what you are told to say when you are told to say it.

Vote how you are told, whether it goes against your conscience or the wishes of your constituents or not, (as your conscience and your electors can be converted with money and ads).

If not, then your nomination papers will not be signed.

There are many politicians who know they will never be in cabinet, never be prime minister, never be premier, never be mayor, and they know that they are seat warmers and/or puppets with perks and they will take full advan-

tage of their perks and entitlements while they mindlessly cut ribbons and vocalize vetted speeches.

How many people leave politics wishing they had been more of a lapdog?

There are those who only think of their future pension checks.

And there are those who are lacking in conscience and convictions with the silver tongue talent guaranteeing political wins, but most regret not standing their ground at least once in their political career.

At what point do you realize that your perks of privilege, and your entitlements have eroded your strength of conviction?

At what point did your political ambitions supplant your ambition to represent all of your constituents?

Granted there are times for consensus building,

moderations, and negotiations but is the ultimate political goal at times, only to get re-elected?

Municipally, provincially and federally politics, I believe, is approaching the tipping point where the voters will demand real representation, real input, and real opportunities to voice their views.

They are weary of party politics run with autonomy at whim of a dictatorship minded leader.

They are weary of being treated like uninformed sheep, only to be consulted on voting days.

I may be an optimist but I believe that people are wanting people of conviction willing to step up to the plate, perhaps risking their perks, their entitlements and their gold-plated pensions and support their constituents.

I believe that there are

those who have strengths of convictions that are more prevalent than their greed, their sense of entitlement.

There are politicians who have trust in the people, who believe that the populace is intelligent enough to know what they want and need.

I know there are those who believe that their ambitions are not more important than the needs of the populace. They are out there and I believe that they will eventually be supported.

The question still remains of every trustee, councillor, mayor, chair, legislator and parliamentarian: “Is your courage of conviction stronger than your enjoyment of your perks of privilege?”

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Why Canadians need more ‘real world’ research on drug safety Pharmacovigilance.

It’s a fancy word, but means a very simple and important thing to all of us – it’s about keeping a watch (being vigilant) on the safety of the pharmaceutical supply. Researchers in this area try to find signals from large data sets, looking for adverse drug reactions which point toward better and safer ways of using drugs.

Ever since the Vioxx debacle of a decade ago, when one of the biggest selling drugs in the history of the world came crashing down after it was shown to cause heart attacks and deaths, there has been a huge demand for stronger levels of pharmacovigilance in this country.

Luckily, Canada’s federal government responded, too slowly and with too few dollars perhaps, but at least the creation of the Drug Safety and Effectiveness Network (DSEN) about five years ago was a start. Finally we had a home-based network of Canadian researchers doing solid pharmacovigilance research in this country, carrying out the kind of serious drug safety evaluation we desperately need.

For proof of concept, a DSEN study published this week in the British Medical Journal found that people taking higher strength statins (drugs to lower cholesterol, like Lipitor, Crestor or Zocor) face an increased risk of kid-

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ney injury. It found that patients on high potency statins were more likely to be hospitalized for acute kidney injury within 120 days of starting treatment compared to those taking low-potency statins.

This class of drugs has been under a dark cloud for a long time, especially due to the muscle-weakening, and cognitive effects that people in the ‘real world’ (that is, outside the bounds of clinical trials) experience. That’s why real world research is so valuable – it can measure through large administrative data sets what kind of experiences people can have.

The absolute risk of kidney injury seemed small (about one in 275 high-dose

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statin patients were hospitalized for acute kidney injury, versus one in 375 for those on low-dose statins) but when you consider the millions of Canadians swallowing a statin every day, the overall number harmed is likely large.

This study reminds us that taking a drug for one thing (lowering cholesterol) can have consequences of doing other, unexpected things (injuring your kidneys). Kidney damage can be profound and devastating, which is a high price to pay for someone who is otherwise perfectly healthy, but told by their doctor they need a drug to lower their cholesterol.

Over the years, realworld experiences of

statins have started to seep into general practice, largely by those who report adverse drug reactions such as nagging muscle weakness and pain.

Since about a third of statin users are taking higher potency statins, we now have some credible proof that more people are being harmed than need be.

The Canadian researchers who did this work looked at health records of two million patients in Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom, sifting through a pile of patient data to find drug safety signals that would be impossible to do in smaller trials.

All, however, is not rosy, when you consider how

libelous statements.

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political drug safety evaluation work can be. And how threatening it can be to the pharmaceutical industry.

For example, an investigation in the B.C. Ministry of Health, followed by an inexplicable spate of firings of drug safety evaluators, has disrupted B.C.’s participation in DSEN, and halted much of B.C.’s other provincial pharmacovigilance work.

Theories about pharma’s influence on the B.C. government are swirling, but no one knows for sure what is going on.

Alan Cassels is a pharmaceutical policy researcher at the University of Victoria and an expert advisor with EvidenceNetwork.ca. His column is distributed through Troy Media.

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Acclaimed comedians aim to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer

BY ERIN FAWCETT Red Deer Express Comedy for a good cause is the goal of a tour coming through the City later this month.

Comedians with ‘The Boob Tour’ are gearing up for a Red Deer show on April 19.

The performance, which takes place at the iHotel 67th St., features James Uloth, Gabriel Rutledge and Dan Taylor. Showtime is 8 p.m.

A past winner of the prestigious Seattle International Comedy Competition, Rutledge has made television appearances on Comedy Central’s Live at Gotham, the nationally syndicated Comedy.TV, and Nickelodeon’s Nickmom Night Out while Taylor is a pastor from Edmonton and offers good clean comedy, Uloth said.

Uloth got his own start in comedy at an early age.

For starters, he was pretty

much always the funny kid in class and after making the other kids crack up, he spent his share of time in the hall. After working as a paramedic for a while, he chose to pursue stand-up and within just three years he was working in it full-

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As a teen, his best friend’s mom passed away after a battle with breast cancer, and even at that young age, Uloth knew he wanted to do something to help the cause.

The idea to use comedy as a fundraiser was sparked years later, and since the first tour back in 2010, more than $250,000

has been raised for breast cancer research in particular and various cancer programs in general.

Meanwhile, Uloth said the two main goals of the The Boob Tour are to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer and all cancer charity, and to promote comedy and the power of laughter.

“It’s going to be a great night. We appeal to a broad audience. If you come out, you’re going to be laughing,” he said. “We want people to come out and communicate the power of laughter. Cancer is sad and if you don’t laugh, you cry.

We really wanted to have a fundraiser that’s not going to be a gloomy evening. We can all share in laughter.”

In 2007, the ‘I Love Boobs’ logo was born and from its inception it was a fundraiser tool. Originally being branded on stickers and tshirts that were being sold after shows and online, Uloth said it was time to

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April is Parkinson Awareness Month, when Parkinson organizations around the world draw attention to Parkinson disease, a neurodegenerative brain disorder that has no known cause or cure.

This year, Parkinson Alberta is kicking off its awareness campaign with news of a name change and a new charity walk.

‘Albertans helping Albertans’ is the focus of the re-branded Parkinson Alberta Association. Organizers say the charity has strong roots in the province and has been serving as the voice of Albertans affected by Parkinson disease since 1973.

With a renewed focus on broadening its reach in the province, it is now positioned to become an even stronger advocate for the thousands of Albertans living with the disease, officials say.

This past January, the Parkinson Alberta Society board of directors voted to disaffiliate from Parkinson Society Canada. Independence from a national body ensures 100% of funds raised in Alberta will stay in Alberta.

“The core of who we are and what we do has not changed and will not diminish,” said John Petryshen, Parkinson Alberta CEO. “In fact, we are excited to share that we are now better situated to provide more of the exceptional services Albertans expect from us and to fulfill our full mandate of serving our province.”

Parkinson Alberta provides educational resources, support groups, counselling, speech, movement and art therapy programs among a host of other services at

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Albertans can also look forward to the Parkinson Step ‘n Stride: Moving Albertans Forward. The fundraiser walk is expected to draw more than 1,500 participants across eight communities on Sept.

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It’s the second most common neurodegenerative disorder after Alzheimer’s disease.

Parkinson disease affects both motor and non-motor functioning caused by a loss of dopamine in the brain.

The average age of diagnosis with Parkinson disease is 60 years, but about 10% of individuals are diagnosed before the age of 40. More than half are diagnosed before retirement age. Men and women are equally affected. Approximately 100,000 people in Canada and 8,000 in Alberta have Parkinson disease.

It is the mission of Parkinson Alberta to provide hope for people living with the disease, their families and caregivers through support, education and the designation of funds for research. Parkinson Alberta receives no government support.

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CITY BRIEFS FUNDRAISER WRAPS UP With over $22,000 raised for three local charities, Shades of Ambition 2013 campaign has wrapped up for another year.

Red Deer River Watershed Alliance with their media partner Sunny 94 raised the most money selling 474 tiles, earning them the top prize of $7,500 plus $4,740 in sales.

Red Deer Regional Health Foundation came in second with their media partner The River, selling 213 tiles, earning them $5,000 plus $2,130 in sales Canadian Cancer Society sold 44 tiles with their media partner Kraze 101.3, earning them third prize of $2,500 plus $440 in sales.

“Parkland Mall is thrilled to host this event for the third year,” says marketing director Krista Dunstan. “We appreciate all the efforts our local charities make for our community and want to support them with added exposure and fundraising assistance through a fun and colourful campaign.”

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Over 30,000 people will line the streets of downtown Red Deer on July 17 to enjoy the floats and vehicles, collector vehicles, local celebrities, marching bands and livestock entries.

The 2013 Westerner Days Fair & Exposition Parade Manual is now available on the Westerner Park web site at westernerpark.ca/images/ Parade_Manual.pdf and applications will be accepted until June 17.

In celebration of the 100 Anniversary of the City of Red Deer, all entries declaring they will have a ‘Centennial’ theme will be judged in both their designated category as well as the ‘Centennial Award’ category to determine an overall Centennial Award winner.

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REPAIRS NEEDED AT KINSMEN ARENA Mechanical infrastructure at the Kinsmen Community Arenas A-side requires repair.

Staff closed the A-side on March 24 to evaluate the scope of the repair and begin the work. The building and B-side will not close at this time.

by Mark Weber The Kinsmen Arenas were built at different times, with different materials. It appears that the materials used in the A-side arena have reached their life expectancy and require replacement.

“Once we have more information as to the extent and timelines for the repairs, we will be sure to communicate with both the user groups and the public,” said Kay Kenny, recreation superintendent.

BUILDING PERMITS VALUES PICK UP The value of year-to-date permits for all sectors continues to grow in 2013.

With new developments expected in the coming months, the City of Red Deer anticipates stronger levels of new investment throughout 2013 than reflected in January and February of this year.

Contributing to overall

permit values in February was a permit issued to Clark Builders valued at $930,380 for the structural component of a new public school at 300 Timothy Dr. Highlights in the industrial sector include a permit issued to Starsand Holdings Inc. for a new building in the Burnt Valley Industrial Park valued at $600,000.

For commercial permits, Apex Contracting (2003) Inc., received a permit for tenant improvements in Clearview Market Way for a new restaurant valued at $795,000.

Monthly permit statistics are posted on the City’s web site at www.reddeer.ca/inspections.

MODIFICATION TO THE WARNING FLASHERS The City is changing the operations of the Advance Warning Flashers (AWF) at

Highway 11A and Gaetz Avenue for southbound motorists.

The AWF flashes all the time indicating the presence of traffic signals ahead. With the new operations, AWF will start flashing a set amount of time before the signal light changes from green to amber, and will continue flashing until the start of next green light. This means that the AWF will only flash when the signal light is red or is about to turn to red.

Drivers are asked to be aware of this change and be ready to stop when approaching flashing AWF at Highway 11A and Gaetz Ave.

BOARD SEEKS NAME FOR A NEW SCHOOL The Board of Trustees of Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools is inviting students, teachers, staff, parents and friends of Catholic Education

to help find a name for its new high school in Red Deer.

“Although the school board has yet to be given approval for a new high school, it is the number one priority for our school facilities capital plan in our recently developed Three-Year Education Plan.

“We know that it is just a matter of time before approval is granted,” said Adriana LaGrange, board chair.

Those wishing to submit a name for the high school can do so online. People can also cast a vote and make comments on submitted names.

Anyone can participate in the project by going to www. yourschoolyourvoice.ca or call the School Board Office at 403-343-1055. The group with the winning submission will win a pizza party for the group or classroom; an individual who submits the winning name will win an iPod.

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fyi EVENTS Central Alberta Theatre present On Golden Pond at the Memorial Centre April 3-6.

For ticket information, check out www.blackknightinn.ca.

The Red Deer Public Library presents First Thursdays in the Snell. The April program, features two young pianists from Edmonton performing works by Beethoven, Liszt, Brahms, and Prokofiev on April 4, 12:15 – 1 p.m. Coffee and tea provided by Café Noir no admission charge (free will donation at the door).

Come help us celebrate the achievements of this year’s third year Red Deer College visual art students. The event runs April 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Gallery at the City Centre Stage (4922-49th St). This year students are pleased to be presenting their show in the newly acquired City Centre Stage Gallery in downtown Red Deer. Their show will feature the artists’ efforts from this past year. Please join us on April 5th from 6 - 8 p.m. to explore the curiosities developed by these artists. Food and refreshments will be provided.

Medicine River Wildlife Centre is looking for the following items to support the growing wildlife hospital and education programs: A 90’ cell tower, floating dock (length can vary), a portable car shelter and a barrel style composter. The Centre is also looking for expertise, donated materials or cash donations to help with the facility upgrade. All donors will receive a fair market value income tax receipt and the Centre’s sincere appreciation. For more information contact Carol at 403-728-3467 or carol.kelly@ mrwc.ca or visit www.mrwc.ca.

Whisker Rescue, a non-profit organization, is looking for a 1,500-2,000 sq. ft. building space for their annual garage sale. It is for the whole month of July. If you can help, please call Diane at 403-347-1251.

Bruce Jacobson will perform at First Friday Red Deer, April 5 at

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6:30 p.m. in the Snell Auditorium, Kiwani rium Kiwanis Gallery, Red Deer Public Library. Jacobson is a Red Deer based musician who teaches, performs and records.

He plays many styles using a variety of instruments. He is looking forward to sharing his inspirations with the audience and hopes they enjoy his music.

A folk concert will be presented at The Hub on April 5 at 7 p.m. with Saskia and Darrel. Tickets are $15/person and $30/families; and are available at the door. (Cash only). Saskia and Darrel performed at the Festival Hall with Gary Fjellgaard last November for a full house during a fundraiser for the Red Deer Cultural Society and hope you will come and

Check out the Bakeless Bake Sale benefitting the Lacombe Hospital Auxiliary. The campaign runs through to April 12. Proceeds to directly to equipment for the comfort and care of patients in the Lacombe Hospital and Care Centre. For more information or to donate, call the David Thompson Health Trust at 1-877-895-4430 or email davidthompsonhealthtrust. com/lacombebakesale.htm.

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. May 7 - Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf and on June 4 - The Center Cannot Hold by Elyn R. Saks.

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 suc-

Fabulous Fabric Sale runs April 13 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Gaetz United Church - 4758 Ross St. Unused fabric, yarn, notions, patterns, embellishments- everything for the knitter, quilter, fibre artist and home sewer. Cash only.

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The Senior Citizens Downtown House has a potluck supper April 5 at 5:30 p.m. A fashion show runs April 6, a jam session on April 13 and a ham supper on April 19. Tuesday night dances continue at 7:30 p.m.

Fun contact bridge runs every Wednesday at 1 p.m. For more information, call 403-346-4043.

On April 16 at 1 p.m. & 7 p.m. the Hunting Hills Rock Band will finish their phenomenal year with two concerts: a 1 p.m. show for students and schools ($2 per ticket) and a 7 p.m. show for public admission ($10 per ticket). Come and join us for some of the very best music Central Alberta has to offer. anita.kennedy@rdpsd.ab.ca. An RSVP is required for the 1pm show. Please contact Alison Lemire - alemire@rdpsd.ab.ca.

Frühlingsfest spring dinner and dance will take place April 6. The event, hosted by the GermanCanadian 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.

Tickets 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

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 nonmembers, $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.

The Red Deer Air Cadet Squadron is having their annual auction and wine and cheese reception on April 20 at the IHotel on 67 St. with our host and auctioneer Jack Daines. Next year we are hoping to take about 70 cadets and officers to Ottawa for an educational trip and also to celebrate our 70 years as a squadron in Red Deer.

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cessful 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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All proceeds to the Stephen Lewis 30/11/12 28/02/13 10:17 2:51 AM PM Foundation’s Grandmothers Campaign. For information contact Millie 403-346-4225.

Noah’s Ark Playschool is celebrating its 10-year anniversary and is proud to present Mary Rice Hopkins Live in Concert featuring Darcie Maze on April 13th, at 6:30 p.m. With over 30 years of entertaining and teaching through song, Rice Hopkins has touched the hearts of many with her simple yet profound melodies. For more details, visit www.facebook.com and search ‘Mary Rice Hopkins in Red Deer’.

Tickets will $5 each. Children under 2 are free. Call 403-3465659 to reserve your tickets today. For more information, call Elsie at 403-346-5659.

Art in the Garden Red Deer Spring Show and Sale at Parkland Garden Centre runs April 13 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Location is three miles east

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.

Love to sing? Hearts of Harmony, a chapter of Sweet Adelines International, is an a cappella chorus for women of all ages who love to sing and harmonize. Rehearsals are Monday nights from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Davenport Church of Christ (68 Donlevy Ave.). Join us any Monday night, you will be welcomed. Experience the joyful sound of four-part harmony with a group of wonderful women. For more information, call Nancy at 403-357-8240, or our director, Sheryl @403-7424218 or check out our web site at www.heartsofharmony.ca.

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Week of April 3 - April 10, 2013 Zumba Gold is held on Monday mornings from 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. at the Golden Circle.

This is a senior-friendly entry level dance fitness class. A drop in fee of $4.50 applies.

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.

The Senior Citizens Downtown House has cribbage every Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Cost is $3. Whist runs every Friday at 1:30 p.m. and Fun Contact Bridge runs every Wednesday at 1 p.m. Cost is $3 as well for both of these activities. Tuesday night dances start at 7:30 p.m.

The cost is $6 and everyone is welcome. For more information, call 403-346-4043.

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 are overjoyed . . and the manager is dismayed. Endearing characters and a few unexpected twists make for a delightful story full of insight and heartwarming humor. Nine performances between April 11-27 at the Ol’ Moose Hall, 5103-49 St. Innisfail. Tickets available at The Legman, Innisfail. For ticket information call: 403-227-5966.

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.

Golden Circle dances continue Thursday nights from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Admission is $7. Everyone welcome. 403347-6165 or 403-986-7170.

Meat draw every Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. at the Red Deer Elks Lodge. 403-346-3632.

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

Contact Jeannette at 403-3403885 or by email at programs@ LDRedDeer.ca for more information. Visit www.LDRedDeer.ca.

SEMINARS Art of Friendship is an eight-week course that teaches individuals the skills needed to develop and maintain healthy friendships.

The course also teaches how to create positive social connections with co-workers, employers, family members, and friends.

Tuesday evenings, between 6:30 and 8:30 on May 14, 21, 28 June 11 and June 18. Participants will learn how people experiencing emotional distress or psychiatric illness can live satisfying and productive lives. The focus of every session will be on developing knowledge, strategies, and skills that promote wellness, recovery, and resilience. Living Well with a Mental illness is open to anyone in Central Alberta with an interest in mental health.

To register call the Canadian Mental Health Association at 403-342-2266 and ask to speak to education program staff. This free course is co-sponsored by CMHA, Central Alberta Region, and the Red Deer Public Library.

tion topics will help to promote mote orientation to Canadian culture ulture and life in our community. For ESL Level 1 and 2 the sessions are held on Tuesdays from 10:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; for ESL Level 3 and 4 on Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Location is the Immigrant Centre #202, 5000 Gaetz Ave. Contact Elzbieta at 403-346-8818 to register or for more information.

MEETINGS Benalto & Area Rural Crime Watch Society general meeting runs April 17 @ 7 p.m. Sylvan Lake RCMP Detachment. Guest Speaker: Sgt. Michelle Boutin, Ops NCO, Sylvan Detachment; Topic: Identity theft, Pay-

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The course will take place on Wednesday afternoons from 1 to 3 p.m. beginning on May 8 and ending June 25. It will take place at the Canadian Mental Health Association office at 5017 50th Ave. in downtown Red Deer.

Art of Friendship is particularly helpful to people who have lost friends or have had trouble making friends because their experience with mental illness or other disabling conditions have affected their confidence level and self-esteem. There is a $25 fee for the course which includes the manual and other written materials. Scholarship money may be available to people on fixed incomes. For more information, call the Canadian Mental Health Association at 403-342-2266.

Registrations are now being accepted for Living Well with a Mental Illness. The five-week course will take place at the Dawe Branch of Red Deer Public Library at 56 Holt St. The course is taught on

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

Cosmos Rehabilitation Society, which supports individuals living with a developmental disability, mental illness, brain injury, physical disability, and or sensory impairment, has lots of free workshops coming up including Personal Safety, Stress Management, Grief, Handling Change, Communication and Self-Esteem. 403-343-0715.

The Central Alberta Refugee Effort (C.A.R.E.) offers opportunity for immigrants to practice speaking English in a fun way.

Weekly conversation groups are organized at different times in the coming months and are free for immigrants. Conversa-

ment card fraud and current trends. For more information, call Yvette@ 403-746-3429.

The annual meeting for the 16th year of the Red Deer Ramblers Hiking Club will be held April 3 at 7 p.m. at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre. Sylvia Baran will speak on ‘Ground Rules’ and Valhalla Outfitters will have a display of hiking gear. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call Bonnie at 403-347-6146.

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.

Legion Ladies Auxilary monthly meetings run the first Monday of every month at 7 p.m. in the

Alberta Room, Red Deer Legion.

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

Red Deer Celiac Support Group our meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month at Sobeys South, 5111-22 St. in the Coffee Lounge at 7 p.m. Information on Celiac disease, symptoms, diagnosing, gluten free diet, gluten free products, recipes, coffee and samples. Meetings for 2013 – April 16, May 21, June 18, Sept. 17, Oct. 15 and Nov. 19.

For more information, call Fay at 430-347-3248, Clarice 403-3414351 or email Red DeerCeliacs@ yahoo.ca for information.

Writers’ Ink, The Red Deer & District Writers Club has weekly meetings (every Tuesday) in the old farmhouse at Sunnybrook Farm (4701 30 St.) from 7 to 9 p.m. We meet, share our writing, and offer constructive criticism to one another. We also do our utmost to improve our craft

by Skyping professionals in the field of writing, by inviting guest speakers to our Spring Workshop and to the occasional meeting. Our professional library is increasing as is our knowledge gained from members who are constantly seeking new challenges and sharing successes and failures with the group. Guests are welcome!

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a 12-step support group offering a solution for all forms of food addiction. No dues, fees or weigh-in. Central Alberta groups meet in Red Deer, Lacombe and Rimbey.

For locations and dates, call Joanne at 403-314-1972.

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 403309-4243 for more information.

‘Friends Over 45’ is an organization for women who are new to the Red Deer area or who have experienced a lifestyle change, and would like to meet new friends. New members are welcome. For information phone Shirley at 403-346-7160.

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Alfred G. Ayres – influential to City’s beginnings On Monday, March 25, 2013, Red Deer celebrated the centennial of its incorporation as a City. While a great deal of attention has been given to some of the key figures in the City at the time of incorporation, one person who unfortunately has been largely overlooked is Red Deer’s first City clerk, A.G. Ayres.

Alfred George Ayres was born on Oct. 18, 1873 in Cambridge, England. In September 1897, he married Hanna Beresford in the famous St. George’s Church in Campden Hill, London.

They were to have two daughters, Theodora and Evelyn. In 1907, the Ayres decided to immigrate to Red Deer.

Alfred worked for a while at the Red Deer Advocate.

In 1909, he was able to secure a job as the assistant to Town Commissioner A.T. Stephenson. His title was soon changed to town

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DAWE clerk and assistant secretary-treasurer.

As soon as they arrived in Red Deer, the Ayres became active in community affairs. In particular, they became active with St. Luke’s Anglican Church.

Alfred was elected to the vestry. He served as a lay reader and joined the church choir.

Hanna was equally active in the Church.

She joined the Ladies Guild (later known as the Women’s Auxiliary) and the Chancel Guild. She served as president of the former group for a great many years. Alfred was a founding member of the

Brotherhood of St. Andrew, serving as the first secretary-treasurer.

The Brotherhood decided to merge with the Rose of Red Deer Lodge of the Sons of England when that organization was formed in 1910. Alfred then became a very active member of the S.O.E. He was also very active with the Canadian Order of Foresters, serving as the financial secretary for more than 40 years.

Shortly after coming to Red Deer, Alfred joined Red Deer Lodge #12 of the Masons. He served as master and was secretary for 28 years.

For his many years of work with the Lodge, he was made a life member.

He served as first principal of the Keystone Chapter of the Royal Arch Masons and was later grand superintendent.

He was also secretary of the chapter for more than

20 years. Hanna joined Venus Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star.

She served as matron and secretary and became the Grand Chaplain in the Grand Chapter of Alberta.

She was a charter member of the Admiral Sir Christopher Craddock Chapter of the Imperial Order of the Daughters of the Empire (I.O.D.E.) and served as both regent and secretary.

When Red Deer became a City in 1913, Alfred had a hand in the drafting of the new City Charter.

His attention to detail ensured that the document was drawn up correctly, without any omissions or

even any grammatical or spelling errors.

When the First World War broke out, both Hanna and Alfred became very active with the Red Cross in Red Deer. Alfred later became president of the Red Deer branch. Hanna served as a provincial president of the Red Cross and was later honoured as a life member of the Canadian Red Cross Society.

In June 1946, Alfred retired as City clerk after 37 years. In the tribute printed in the Red Deer Advocate, it was stated that he had been “a conscientious public servant” who had “spared neither time nor strength in the ratepayers’ service”.

Alfred did not really retire. He took a new position as a local magistrate. He was an active member of the Red Deer Horticultural Society and won a great many prizes in the Society’s annual flower shows.

A hard blow came in July 1949, when Hanna died suddenly of a heart attack while on her way to see her first great-grandchild.

Alfred continued to live in Red Deer for many years, but eventually moved to Kelowna, B.C. to live with his daughter Evelyn.

Alfred passed away on his birthday on Oct. 18, 1968 at the age of 95. He and his beloved Hanna are buried in the Red Deer Cemetery.

77th Annual Ponoka Stampede Parade 2013 THEME: Big Brothers Big Sisters

CITY PIONEERS - A.T. Stephenson, the first City commissioner and A.G. Ayres, the first City clerk, on the steps of Red Deer City Hall, 1913.

Friday, June 28, 2012 Starting at 10:00 a.m.• Judging at 9:00 a.m.

STAMPEDE PARADE ENTRY FORM Name: _____________________________________ Mailing Address: ____________________________ ____________________________________________ Phone: _________________ Fax: _______________ Contact Person: _____________________________ Category You Are Entering: ____________________ ____________________________________________ Brief Description of Your Entry: ________________ ____________________________________________ ___________________________________________ Registration deadline; June 26, 2013 Mail entries to: Greg Gordon, Parade Director Box 4336, Ponoka, AB T4J 1R7 or fax to 403-783-5858 or phone cell 403-704-3541

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NEW LISTINGS: Red Deer Cultural Heritage Society is looking for volunteers to cover different positions at Cronquist House. Cronquist House interpreter, prep help and catering help. Email rdchs@ telus.net or call 403-3460055 if you have any questions or would like to apply.

Blackfalds & District Victim Support Society needs Crisis Support Workers to provide services 24/7 free of charge. Training will be provided. This is a flexible opportunity with on-call shifts available - days, evenings and weekends. For more information or to request a volunteer application form contact Gloria Derksen at admin@victimsupport.ca or call 403-8853355.

CNIB is looking for volunteers to make a difference in the community as a CNIB Peer Support Group Facilitator! Facilitators are needed in Red Deer, Rocky Mountain House, Stettler, Three Hills, and Lacombe.

Contact Wody at 403-3460037 or wody.bergquist@ cnib.ca.

The Red Deer Canadian Paraplegic Association (Alberta) is looking for 30 volunteers for our 15th Annual Golf Classic on Aug. 16 to be held at River Bend Golf and Recreation Area.

For more contact Heather Nelson at 403-341-5060.

ONGOING LISTINGS: 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 lprostebby@rdpl.org.

Alzheimer Society is seeking to recruit volunteers to support them in the design of an online environment program that will provide information, education and support to people living with dementia, care partners and families of people living with dementia in Alberta. For more information email Rachel Sumner at rachel. sumner@me.com.

Arthritis Society Alberta and Northwest Territories is seeking leaders to present general and specific arthritis related information in their communities. Contact Liz at 1-800-321-1433 or 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.

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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 or email leigh.baker@ redcross.ca.

Canadian Cancer Society is seeking leadership volunteers to organize and implement special annual special events. For more information call the Society at 403-347-3662 or email reddeer@cancer.ab.ca.

Central Alberta Brain Injury Society (CABIS) We are looking for board 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. 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 403-341-3463 or cabis@telus.net.

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.

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 or email at epilepsy.nklassen@telus.net.

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 or amber.benders@makeawish.ca.

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Natalie MacMaster includes City on spring tour Legacy of east coast music enriches Canadian fiddler’s life and art

BY MARK WEBER Red Deer Express Acclaimed Canadian fiddling sensation Natalie MacMaster is bringing her fiddling mastery to Red Deer this month as part of a spring tour.

She performs at the Memorial Centre on April 12.

The tour will feature her traditional Cape Breton fiddling style, foot-stomping jigs as well as new favourites from her latest CD Cape Breton Girl.

“Music is very ingrained,” she says reflecting on her growing up years in Nova Scotia. Communities hold countless events where music is simply woven into the mix, and that goes for home life as well.

Kitchen parties are a fixture, with relatives bringing out the instruments for lively times of playing all kinds of traditional melodies.

“Those events are all around you. Every time there was any family function – and there were a lot of them – there was always music.”

Having been performing herself from such a young age, MacMaster of course knew music would always be a major part of her life.

But the career she enjoys today has unfolded in the most natural way. She didn’t set out to be a musical celebrity.

“I didn’t know it was possible to have a career in it – I wasn’t that analytical at the age of nine. I just started playing because I loved it, and I always knew I’d be playing.

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or work. This career found me, I did not find it.”

Married to Donnell Leahy of the Canadian Celtic band Leahy, MacMaster is also a busy mom to five children. She laughs when asked about how well she handles the demands.

“Well if there is something worth doing, we just do it and we figure it out as we go,” she says of balancing the demands of her career and family life.

“My life has taken on this form slowly. You don’t start with five kids, you start with one. With one pregnancy, I had a three month tour and I played until I was nine days away from giving birth,” she chuckles.

The couple is planning to record at some point this year – something they haven’t done in the 10 years they’ve been married.

Details about the project are scant, but MacMaster is clearly excited about teaming up with her husband on what promises to be a particularly creativelyrich season in their lives.

“We have a lot of stuff that we have written, and that we haven’t done anything with.

“It’s wonderful to be part of the Leahy clan – they are incredible people,” she adds, noting that Donnell has 10 siblings. “I’m real proud to say I’m part of them.”

Of course, she’s got plenty to be proud of with her own family. Her uncle, Buddy MacMaster, is also a well-known east coast fiddling genius.

Cape Breton Girl marks her 11th record – described

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as a ‘straight-ahead, traditional’ project. She describes it as embracing the values she holds close family, tradition, home and faith.

MacMaster has also established herself as an electrifying performer all over the world, thrilling Carnegie Hall audiences and Massey Hall crowds; captivated radio audiences with appearances on the CBC and Garrison Keillor’s A Prairie Home Companion, and warmed TV viewers with spots on Christmas specials like Rita MacNeil’s Christmas and Holiday Festival On Ice. Over the years, she has branched out with comparatively experimental sounds on some of her project – but there is always that foundation of traditional fiddling charm.

“For my crowds, they’ve been there for so many years – they just keep building and hanging on. I think they’ve watched me grow from a youthful new musician into a mature and confident performer.

I also think they receive whatever it is that I give, not through me trying, but only through the nature of music itself. I always get the sense from them that they deeply understand the unspoken essence of what I do. That’s probably a combination of the Cape Breton tradition and personality.”

And she’s not simply sticking to her roots.

“I love music, and I don’t just love Cape Breton fiddling, although it’s my favourite. I love pop, rock, country, classical, jazz,

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Her love of music continues to shine through in each project and performance. “It’s awesome. It’s the music, the music, the

music,” she stresses. “I love to play, and I love to create.

It’s an exciting thing to create and make arrangements with the band, and perform them.”

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Strawberry Shortcake adventure heads to City Get ready for a ‘berry, berry good time’ with the most spirited red-haired girl - Strawberry Shortcake.

The iconic sweetheart makes her theatrical debut at Red Deer’s Memorial

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Follow along as Strawberry Shortcake and her best friends Orange Blossom, Lemon Meringue, Blueberry Muffin, Raspberry Torte, Plum Pudding and Cherry Jam prove that little girls can do big things.

But Strawberry Shortcake and the girls won’t be the only ones stepping into the limelight – this musical adventure will introduce the happy-go-lucky Huckleberry Pie live on stage for the very first time, said Caplette.

Adventure will abound as audiences enter the whimsical land of Berry Bitty City where the whole town is buzzing with anticipation for the Glitzy Glaze Talent Show.

Audiences will be able to sing and dance with Strawberry Shortcake and friends as they each prepare for their moment in the spotlight, but not without some misguided mishaps along the way.

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The Strawberry Shortcake show features new songs co-written by Lorelei Bachman and her father Randy Bachman (The Guess Who, BachmanTurner Overdrive); plus original and fan favourite songs from the hit television program.

Scenic design and productions are created by F & D Scene Changes Ltd., whose resume includes past Broadway shows such as Wicked, Mary Poppins and Les Miserables.

The theatrical production is based on the hit CGI-animated preschool television program Strawberry Shortcake’s Berry Bitty Adventures.

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CRYDERMAN The Host Entertainment One Rating: PG 125 minutes Trying to avoid the latest G.I. Joe movie this reviewer unfortunately went to see The Host instead, but probably should have gone to see The Croods, which is at least getting some good reviews as well as audiences.

Based on a novel by Stephenie Meyer, who also wrote the Twilight series, The Host is a science fiction/love story in which alien souls have taken over most of the people in the world, taking on their bodies but controlling their minds. You can tell them apart from the surviving humans by the white circles in their eyes.

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None of this is believable and the movie is also uninteresting, despite some nice art direction and some shots of Monument Valley.

The best thing in the film is Ronan. She is a wonderful actress and manages to make her two characters in one body work most of the time. But even she is defeated by a poor script.

Hopefully, fans of the novel will enjoy it more.

Rating: two deer out of five

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Wednesday, April 3, 2013

LIFESTYLE So you’ve decided to go gluten-free?

You’ve probably noticed food packages at the grocery store labeled as ‘gluten-free.’

A gluten-free diet seems to be gaining popularity among consumers and celebrities these days as a new fad diet.

So what’s the big deal?

What is gluten and why are people trying to avoid it?

Does a gluten-free diet have health benefits?

A gluten-free diet is just that: free of gluten.

Gluten is a food protein found in grains such as wheat, rye, barley, and triticale (a combination of wheat and rye). Gluten gives dough its elasticity, helps it to rise and thickens its consistency. It also gives food a chewy texture and enhances its flavour.

Many foods have gluten added to them for extra protein.

Found in most breads, pastas, and cereals, gluten is also found in most processed foods.

Additionally, it is often added to broths, soups, salad dressings and sauces as a thickening agent.

Careful study of ingredient labels is essential for those on a gluten-free diet.

Not only must one avoid the obvious ingredients such as wheat and other grains, but ingredients such as hydrolyzed vegetable protein (may contain wheat), malt (made from barley) and other wheat derivatives must also be watched out for.

Check your pantry and you’ll realize how difficult it is to find gluten-free packaged foods.

A gluten-free diet is a treatment for people with celiac disease or for those

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WHEELER who are allergic to gluten.

Those with celiac disease suffer an immune reaction when they eat gluten. This reaction causes intestinal damage, chronic diarrhea, bloating, fatigue, weight loss, bone pain, and an inability to absorb vital nutrients.

A gluten-free diet is also important for those with a gluten allergy. Exposure to gluten for these people causes hives, digestive problems or difficulty breathing.

Besides obvious medical reasons, a gluten-free diet is gaining popularity for its other possible health benefits.

A gluten-free diet may lead to weight loss, lowered cholesterol, improved digestive health and increased energy - and as far I am concerned, that’s pretty awesome.

Gluten itself is not the devil though. It does not cause you to gain weight and it is not high in cholesterol. However, many people might be sensitive to it and on top of that many of the processed foods containing gluten do just those things. When you cut gluten out of your diet, you eliminate practically all of the unhealthy, processed foods that often contain unhealthy oils, simple carbs and fat.

A gluten-free diet consists of many organic prod-

ucts, fruits, and vegetables, all of which are high in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. These nutrients promote health and wellness.

Keep in mind that despite its possible health benefits, a gluten-free diet isn’t the healthiest diet out there. If you don’t choose your foods well, gluten-free products can be just as unhealthy as their gluten-filled alternative.

In addition, by eliminating certain grain product from your diet, you may be eliminating vital nutrients as well, so make sure you take a multi-vitamin.

Naturally gluten-free foods include beans, nuts, seeds, eggs, meats, poultry, fish, most dairy products, fruits, and vegetables.

These foods must be unprocessed and free from any preservatives or additives.

While certain grains come with gluten naturally, there are grains that are naturally free of gluten.

These include buckwheat, flax, gluten-free flours made from soy, rice, or potato; millet, quinoa and sorghum.

Unless the package says ‘gluten-free,’ those on a gluten-free diet must avoid foods such as beer, cakes, breads, cereals, crackers, French fries, imitation meat, lunchmeat, gravy, sauces, salad dressings, chips, cookies, and soups.

Also, be aware that certain medications, vitamins, and Play-Doh may also contain gluten.

Initially, going glutenfree may be difficult and frustrating.

If you’re a pasta or bread lover you will have to find alternatives. Thankfully,

there are an increasing number of food substitutes processed in gluten-free facilities.

And while it may take a little more effort to plan meals or eat out, it is possible to do both - even when

avoiding gluten.

Jack Wheeler is a personal trainer and owner of 360 Fitness in Red Deer.

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Ten things to know about the fire in your belly Nietzsche, the German philosopher wrote, “The belly is the main reason why man does not mistake himself for a god.”

Heartburn reminds us we are quite human.

It should also remind us that ignoring this common symptom can also be dangerous. So what should you know about it?

One – it’s common and expensive. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases reports that, in the U.S., 50 million people suffer from heartburn every month. And the average person spends $3,355 a year on medication.

Two – if you have heartburn you’re doing something wrong. Don’t blame the restaurant for the fire in your stomach. You’re eating too much and often the wrong foods. This puts too much pressure on the lower esophageal sphincter muscle (LESM) that normally slams shut and prevents gastric juices from entering the lower end of the food pipe. Large meals trigger amounts of gas and the laws of physics say

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JONES something has to give.

Three – gastric crutches are not a long-term solution. Everyone wants a quick fix and there are many over-the-counter remedies such as TUMS, Maalox, Mylanta and Rolaids to name a few. People suffering from heartburn usually get relief from these remedies that decrease the amount of stomach acid. Others may need stronger medication such as Pepcid Ac or Zantac 75.

But if you’re constantly taking them, you’re pushing your luck.

Four – alarm bells that indicate trouble.

It’s not good news if you have heartburn twice a week or more, or if it recurs after weeks or months. You may have progressed from garden-variety heartburn to GERD (gastro-esopha-

geal reflux disease). Now it’s time to see the doctor.

He or she may prescribe a proton pump inhibitor, such as Nexium and Prevacid, that stop acid secretion.

Five – GERD can be dangerous. The constant irritation of stomach juices can result in inflammation of the esophageal lining. Most cases are mild, but if left untreated can cause scarring and narrowing of the lower end of the food tube.

Using a flexible, lighted, endoscope, doctors can assess the damage and, if needed, take a biopsy to determine if the changes can lead to cancer, a condition called, Barrett’s esophagus.

Six - so what should smart consumers do?

Realize that just as some people live beyond their economic means and squeeze their wallets too hard, others ask their stomachs to do the impossible. The only good solution is to change lifestyle.

It’s shocking that one PPI drug racked up sales of $6.2 billion in 2011, usually due to faulty habits.

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I’m convinced that fasting for a day now and then is a good routine. Or begin by eating smaller, less challenging meals. This means staying away from fatty, spicy and acid foods.

So limit the amount of fruit juice, French fries, raw onions, garlic, chicken nuggets, high fat brownies, liquor, wine, coffee and tea to name a few. This routine should shed pounds and put less stress on the lower

esophageal muscle. And stop smoking!

Eight – relax. Avoid tension at the table. Pent up emotions impede the normal workings of the stomach. Loosen your belt after eating. This puts less strain on the esophageal sphincter muscle. Remember that gastric juices, like water, do not flow up hill. So remain upright after a meal and forgo the post-dinner nap.

Nine – When can medication be stopped? Some

patients remain on PPIs for long periods of time and have a life-long battle with GERD. I believe the solution is to get off meds as soon as possible.

Ten – keep in mind the risk of heart attack.

It may be difficult during a severe attack of heartburn to know if the symptoms are due to this problem or a coronary attack. If there’s any doubt, call 911.

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SPORTS

SWEEP – From left, Bob Ireland, David Hall and Kramer Thompson from Team Evanesz send a rock down the ice at the Red Deer Curling Centre Club Championships earlier this week. They were defeated by Team Peterman in this match.

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Popularity of team handball gaining momentum

BY JIM CLAGGETT Red Deer Express It’s a combination of hockey, lacrosse and soccer with a little basketball and football tossed in for good measure and it’s a sport picking up steam in Central Alberta.

“Team handball is an Olympic sport which a lot of people in Canada probably aren’t aware of,” said Dale Henderson, head coach of the newly-minted Notre Dame High School squad. “But in Europe and Asia it’s a huge game.”

Here in Central Alberta

the sport has been played by teams from Lindsay Thurber, Hunting Hills and Bentley.

The Alberta Schools Athletic Association brought in team handball as a provincial sport a few years back and Henderson explained it’s played during many Phys. Ed. classes but not at the competitive level.

In fact, the Bentley coach has been around the game for many years and was the driving force behind a push to get the provincial backing of the ASSA, said Henderson who has been involved in team handball

for about 20 years himself.

“A lot of kids were bugging me to give it a shot so I said fine.”

The season is very short for team handball with zone playoffs coming up in the third week of April, followed by provincials the next weekend.

“We don’t even have a league,” he said. “So we’re hopefully going to have an exhibition tournament with everybody and the zone tournament and the winner goes to provincials and that’s it basically.”

The sport is played in a school gym, using the en-

tire area and players are allowed to take three steps, dribble the ball then take three more steps followed by more dribbling.

There is also plenty of passing in order to move the ball up the floor in this very quick paced game.

“Like hockey you substitute on the fly,” he said.

“The other side of it, defensively it’s a bit physical which some of the boys like because they get to push and shove within reason.”

The net resembles a cross between a hockey and an indoor soccer net with the crease area measuring

about 6 m out from the goal line and is considered forbidden territory.

“Nobody is allowed in there except the goalie, not even the defenders so it gives the goalie the opportunity to defend his area without someone really close to him.”

Players can leave their feet before entering the crease to release a shot which adds to the enjoyment of the high scoring game. “It’s not a goalies’ game, it’s a scorers’ game.”

It has caught the attention of plenty of players for the first season at Notre

Dame and Henderson says to this point the students are really enjoying the challenge of a new sport.

“One of the common comments I get from them is how hard it is. A few of them have been on twitter saying they can’t believe how hard it is, how complicated and difficult it’s been but it’s a great sport.”

Henderson hopes to see schools from surrounding areas like Innisfail, Sylvan Lake and Lacombe try to form teams to expand the local league and grow the sport. sports@reddeerexpress.com

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Williams relishes season success Injury won’t dampen Ware’s spirit

BY JIM CLAGGETT Red Deer Express A script writer for a major Hollywood studio couldn’t have come up with a better first year for an athlete than the one written by Olds College Bronco Jylisa Williams.

The outstanding player born in Atlanta, Georgia grabbed her share of headlines being named ACAC Women’s Basketball Player of the Year, ACAC Women’s Basketball Championships Tournament MVP, ACAC First-team all-conference, two-time ACAC Athlete of the Week and then CCAA Women’s Basketball Player of the Year.

“I had been off of play-

ing basketball for two years and I didn’t know what to expect getting back into action so I really came here and gave my all.”

She credits her success on the court to being a little older than her teammates and having had previous experience playing Division One ball in the NCAA at Georgia State where she netted 399 points in 41 games. “That kind of helped me focus,” she said about shaking off the rust and getting back to form.

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“It started like any year for a team trying to come together and find the chemistry but after Christmas everybody came back focused for the playoffs,” she said.

The desire to do well is something Williams says burns deep inside and it showed up big time on the court throughout the season. “I have the most competitive spirit you would see in a person. I basically wanted to be the best in every category,” she said.

“That’s kind of how I was since I was little.”

She certainly left her stamp on the game as she is the owner of a pair of ACAC records - the most points in one game at 52 and hauling down 18 rebounds in a single game.

Williams is currently exploring her options about moving into the CIS ranks but the goals she set for herself in the ACAC will follow her to the next level.

Injuries are a part of sport.

They have been for years and in spite of the massive amounts of training and preparing an athlete does these days it seems not one can prepare for an injury which could easily change a career forever.

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CLAGGETT I have seen some horrific injuries to athletes over the years on TV as well as in person and each one has formed the road for that individual to follow.

The ones which come to mind for me are San Francisco Giants pitcher Dave Dravecky snapping his arm after delivering a pitch to Tim Raines of the Expos.

Clint Malarchuk receiving a six-inch gash to his neck after the Sabres goalie was involved in a goal-mouth collision and of course I will have imprinted in my mind Joe Theismann of the Redskins getting sacked by Lawrence Taylor, the result being Theismann’s leg being snapped in half.

We can add the name Kevin Ware to the list of YouTube videos which the weak of heart will not be able to watch anytime.

The Louisville Cardinal forward was enjoying his team’s run at the NCAA March Madness tournament when all went wrong for this kid in one split second.

He attempted to block a shot Sunday afternoon, just like he had done hundreds of times during practice and games over his time as a basketball player.

This time when he landed on the court, his right leg snapped in two places above the ankle and below the knee.

Players of both teams reacted in shock and horror after witnessing this freak accident and will have that scene etched into their memories forever. Many were crying and visibly shaken after seeing this young man’s leg splintered and possibly his sports playing career ended.

But out of all this comes the courage of this athlete who forgot about his intense pain and reminded his teammates that he would be fine and they should go win this game and the national championship.

The Cardinals did manage to keep together and posted a 13-2 run in the second half ending with an 85-63 win over Duke and a spot in the final four.

The Cardinal players say the focus and determination to win came from Ware.

Here’s hoping this young man can come back and inspire his team from the court next season. sports@reddeerexpress.com

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Gretzky makes impression at RDC breakfast

BY ERIN FAWCETT Red Deer Express Red Deer is still buzzing after last week’s visit from Wayne Gretzky.

Gretzky was the keynote speaker at the Red Deer College 10th annual Kings and Queens Scholarship Breakfast. He, along with Kelly Chase, a former NHL hockey player turned sports radiocaster, spoke to the crowd of 1,400 about some of the highlights in their hockey careers. “It was a wonderful event. To announce $350,000 worth of donations towards the athletic leadership fund you can understand why I say this is one of the best mornings I’ve ever had,� said Keith Hansen, director of athletics at RDC. Although what was raised is still not known, Hansen said it was a success. “I can safely say this was our most successful breakfast ever.�

During his talk, Gretzky touched on highlights of his career but also had some advice for athletes. “Whatever you do you have to be selďŹ sh and what that means is your focus and your passion has to be what you’re doing,â€? he said. “Your responsibility is be ready for each and every game and to prepare

that way. As I tell my own children you have to go to school and you’ve got to have an education. I was fortunate enough that my education, my schooling was being a professional hockey player, but the right route to go is to make sure you ďŹ nish high school and make sure you go to college and it will make you a better person for that.â€?

He also spoke about the joys of being able to be at home more. “As a parent with my older kids when I was playing, I was traveling and I wasn’t around a whole lot. When I did retire, we have a 12-year-old and a 10-year-old, I get more of an opportunity now to be home and be around things that I didn’t get a chance to before as a parent. It’s been fun and very enjoyable.�

He added he enjoys attending events like the RDC Scholarship Breakfast. “I love hockey and people want to hear your stories and people want to hear obviously in this area the days playing for the Edmonton Oilers and playing for Team Canada and things like that. It’s easy for me to come and enjoy myself and talk the game of hockey because I can talk hockey all day long. We’ve had a wonderful time,� said Gretzky. “I used to come here when I was an Edmonton Oiler

and we practiced here a few times in Red Deer as a team so it’s always enjoyable to come here. I remember half of the city wears blue and half wear red.�

Gretzky added he only gets on the ice once a year now during the fantasy hockey camp he runs. “Every year when I’m done those four days I say that I’ve really enjoyed this and I’m going to start playing a little bit more and every year I put my hockey

equipment back in the garage and I get it the next year when I go back to my hockey camp,� he said. “It’s the greatest game in the world. I got a chance to play in the NHL and got a chance to play with and against the greatest players but I’m not very good anymore so maybe the passion because I’m not as good as I used to be has sort of gone out of me a little bit but my love for the game is still there.� Meanwhile,

more than 60% of RDC athletes received an academic award this year.

Amber Regnier, 24, who plays on the RDC Queens soccer squad, received the BMO Student Athlete Leadership Award during the breakfast. “As student athletes, it’s amazing the community support we receive and there’s no way we would be able to play without the scholarships,� she said. “It’s a big commitment because there is a lot

of pressure on academics as well. We are not just here to play soccer or volleyball or whatever it is, we’re here to be academic athletes.�

Trent Schmidt, 21, a volleyball player with the RDC Kings, who was also given the BMO Student Athlete Leadership award said he is honoured to have received a scholarship. “It gives you some pride of being in the school and being a part of the team.� efawcett@reddeerexpress.com

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CLASSIFIEDS 403.346.3356

Index

Announcements .....................................0005-0030 What’s Happening .................................. 0049-0070 Garage Sales ............................................ 0100-0650 Employment ............................................ 0700-0920 Service Directory ..................................... 1000-1430 Items to Buy/Sell ..................................... 1500-1940 Agricultural .............................................. 2000-2210 For Rent ................................................... 3000-3200 Wanted to Rent........................................ 3250-3390 Real Estate ...............................................4000-4190 Open House Directory ........................... 4200-4310 Financial ..................................................4400-4430 Transportation ........................................ 5000-5240 Legal/Public Notices .............................6000-9000

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or

Fax: Email: Online: Mail: Hours:

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Oilfield

800

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

Experience, safety tickets an asset. Clean valid driver’s licence required.

Forward resume: cpngc@telusplanet.net.

Fax 780-864-2044.

Mail: Box 119, Spirit River, T0H 3G0.

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: www.mcel.ca.

Fax 780-960-8930 or apply in person: 702 Acheson Road, Acheson, Alberta

In memory of Tyson Blake Vanderzwaag April 3, 1994 – April 6, 2012 One year ago Tyson was taken from us by an impaired driver.

We cry because he’s been taken away, We smile because he lived.

They say there is a reason, They say time will heal, But neither time nor reason Will change the way we feel.

No one knows the heartache That lies behind our smile, The times we break down and cry.

We cherish the memories you left behind, Your picture in a frame, Your memory our keepsake.

God has you in his keeping; We have you in our heart.

You’re so wonderful to think of, So very hard to be without.

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.

Forever loved and missed by your family and friends

Coming Events

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CONSORT GUN & HOBBY SHOW - Lions 38th Annual.

April 13 & 14, Sportex, Consort, Alberta.

Saturday, 10 - 5:30.

Sunday, 10 - 3:30. 2000’ of display & trade tables in the arena & curling rink.

Firearm licence testing & boating exams available.

Admission: $5 adult; $3 youth. Info: 403-577-3818.

HELP SHOWCASE your community’s vibrant culture during Alberta Culture Days. Funding is available. For more information, visit www.

AlbertaCultureDays.ca.

Deadline to apply is May 3, 2013

Personals

60

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CALL:403-346-3356 To Place Your Classified Ad.

Weekly deadline: Monday @ Noon

Personals

60

RED DEER HEALING ROOMS Imagine a Walk-In Clinic where Jesus is the Doctor. It’s a reality! Healing Rooms operate very much like a Walk-In Clinic, except it’s Free and open to all! Open Tuesdays from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at: THE PRAYER HOUSE 4111-55A Avenue, Red Deer. Open to anyone needing healing. No appointment necessary. Ph 403-350-8954

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.

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 WANTED - Water & Vacuum Truck Operators. Class 3 w/Q-endorsement, H2S, First Aid, PST, CSTS. Mechanically inclined.

Day-rate benefits.

Fax 403-934-3487.

Email: reception @mjswaterhauling.com

deadline: Monday @ Effe

* No cancellations, refunds or exchanges. Please read your ad the first day it appears. We will accept responsibility for 1 insertion only.

Sales & Distributors

830

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

850

16 WEEKS TO WELDER 1st Year Apprentice!

GPRC Grande Prairie and Fairview Campuses.

12 weeks theory, 4 weeks practicum. On-campus residences.

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

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, part-time from home.

Register for free seminar; www.mytravelonly.ca.

1-800-608-1117 ext. 2020.

DO BUSINESS in Yukon!

1,831 sq. ft. prime ground floor retail space on the Main Street in Whitehorse, Yukon, next to Starbuck’s.

For floorplan/photos, call 1-867-333-9966.

Misc.

Help

880

$100 - $400 CASH DAILY for landscaping work!

Competitive, energetic, honesty a must; PropertyStarsJobs.com

EXCLUSIVE FINNING/ INTERESTED IN the CATERPILLAR Community Newspaper MECHANIC TRAINING. business? Alberta’s weekly GPRC Fairview Campus. newspapers are looking for High school diploma. people like you. Post your $1000. entrance scholarship. resume online. FREE. Paid practicum with Finning.

Visit: www.awna.com/ Write apprenticeship exams. resumes_add.php On-campus residences.

POSITIONS REQUIRED 1-888-999-7882; for new outdoor aquatic www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview centre in Spirit River, INTERIOR Alberta. Pool Manager, HEAVY EQUIPMENT Lifeguards; OPERATOR SCHOOL. http://townofspiritriver.ca.

No Simulators. In-the-seat Contact Bonnie at training. Real world tasks.

780-864-3998 Weekly start dates.

WANT TO GENERATE Job board! Funding options. some extra revenue this Sign up online! spring? We are hiring short iheschool.com term, seasonal brokers for 1-866-399-3853 4 - 6 weeks contracts in MILLWRIGHT AND May to pull our hopper MACHINIST PROGRAM bottom trailers. Enjoy COMBINED. excellent rates on all kms 16 week course gives and loading/unloading. entry level skills. Write 1st Interested? Visit period millwright and/or www.westcanbulk.ca machinist apprenticeship or call 1-888-WBT-HIRE exam. GPRC for further details.

Grande Prairie Campus, 1-888-539-4774; Employment www.gprc.ab.ca.

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PYRAMID CORPORATION IS NOW HIRING! Instrument Technicians & Electricians for various sites across Alberta.

Send resume to: hr@pyramidcorporation.com or fax 780-955-HIRE

Truckers/ Drivers

860

Tired of semi truck driving?

Haul RVs from USA to Western Canada! 1 ton and 3 ton trucks required.

1-800-867-6233; www.roadexservices.com

Training

900

COMMERCIAL BEEKEEPING CERTIFICATE PROGRAM. GPRC Fairview Campus.

Extensive study of beekeeping, queen rearing, and honey business.

Paid work experience.

Affordable on-campus residences.

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

COMPUTING CAREER = Great Career.

Study computer technology programs at GPRC, Grande Prairie campus.

Novice to expert. Circuit design and robotics lab, data communications and networking lab.

Diploma/University transfer.

1-888-539-4774; www.gprc.ab.ca.

Employment Training

900

FAST TRACK to Parts and Materials Technician. 36 week program at GPRC Fairview Campus includes work practicum. Challenge 1st and 2nd period apprenticeship exams in both trades.

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

GRANDE PRAIRIE Regional College Collaborative Degree Programs in Nursing, Computing and Education.

Complete on Grande Prairie campus.

Small class sizes.

Excellent instructors caring about you and your future, small town atmosphere with city amenities. Or start your chosen degree in Engineering, Fine Arts, Music, Arts, Business or Commerce - great transition from high school to university.

1-888-539-2911; www.gprc.ab.ca MASSAGE CAREER. Train full-time or part-time at our highly regarded, progressive school.

Small classes, individual attention, confident graduates!

1-877-646-1018; www.albertainstitute ofmassage.com MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION RATED #2 FOR WORK-AT-HOME. Train with the top-rated accredited school in Canada. Financing and student loans available.

Contact CanScribe today at 1-800-466-1535; www.canscribe.com OFFICE ADMINISTRATION Specialty Programs in Oil and Gas, Dental, Bookkeeping, Legal Secretary. GPRC, Grande Prairie campus. Or take Microcomputer Office Specialist Diploma online.

1-888-539-4774; www.gprc.ab.ca

Auctions

1530

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

Auctions

1530

BUD HAYNES Spring

Antique Auction SATURDAY April 20 @ 11 AM Bay 4, 7429 - 49 Ave. RD ****** Estate of Laurie Alho of Lethbridge Over 40 Ant. Radios, 1000 Tubes & Access.

Furniture, Clocks, Glassware. ****** Accepting Consignments ****** Phone: 403-347-5855 budhaynesauctions.com COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION! 6th Annual Calgary Collector Car Auction, May 10 - 11, Grey Eagle Casino.

Over 100 pieces of memorabilia selling No Reserve. All makes & models welcome.

Consign today 1-888-296-0528 ext. 102; EGautions.com Celebrate your life with a Classified ANNOUNCEMENT Central Alberta’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 MEIER - 2 DAY CLASSIC CAR & TRUCK AUCTION. Saturday & Sunday, May 4 & 5, 11 a.m.

Both days.

6016 72A Ave., Edmonton.

150 Classics.

Consign today, call 780-440-1860.

THREE QUARTERS LAND & HOUSE FOR SALE BY TENDER. SE-11-55-13-4; NE-14-55-13-4; NW-13-55-13-4 (includes bungalow).

Submit tenders by April 15/13: Box 401, Two Hills, AB, T0B 4K0.

Phone 780-657-2627 / 780-603-1505.

Building Supplies

1550

METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Best prices!

36” Hi-Tensile TUFF-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft.

40 Year Warranty.

ALTA-WIDE Builders Supplies 1-888-263-8254

Building Supplies

1550

STEEL BUILDING - Blowout Clearance Sale!

20x22 $4,188 25x26 $4,799 30x34 $6,860 32x44 $8,795 40x50 $12,760 47x74 $17,888 One end wall included.

Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca.

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

Household Furnishings

1720

AMISH FURNITURE. Handcrafted. Lifetime guarantee! Choose your wood, design, style, dimensions, stain and finish. Heirloom quality.

Online catalogue: www.

SimplyAmishEdmonton.com Visit our gallery store at 2840 Calgary Trail in Edmonton. 780-701-0284

Misc. for Sale

1760

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

Livestock

2100

LOVE ANIMALS - Love your career as an Animal Health Technologist. Treat large and companion animals. On campus full working farm & residences.

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

SIMMERON SIMMENTALS, Fullblood Full Fleckvieh Bulls, yearlings and 2 year olds, polled and horned, A.I. blood lines, very quiet, muscled. 780-913-7963.

Start your career!

See Help Wanted

Grain, Feed Hay

2190

FOR SALE: Alfalfas, Clovers, Grasses plus Hay, Pasture, Reclamation and Lawn Mixtures.

Early order discounts - Book now! No charge custom blending.

Call 1-800-661-1529 or esther@hannasseeds.com

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Grain, Feed Hay

2190

HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola.

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

Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup�

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

4090

Manufactured Homes

ARDON HOMES. Come see our new 29’ X 56’ show home that will truly impress. Or view our many other homes that are priced to move! Visit us North of Sherwood Park on Hwy 16. 780-801-1166; www.ardonhomes.com.

4090

Manufactured Homes

CROSS COUNTRY HOMES. Check out our brand new modular show home “The Inspire� that truly lives up to its name.

Customizable to match your own inspiration!

Visit us in Acheson.

780-470-8000; www. crosscountryhomes.com

TWO ONLY! SRI 3 bedroom/2 bath, 20’ X 76’ 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 THINKING OF SELLING? We need your 1990 or newer manufactured or modular home (to be moved).

For free evaluation contact Terry at 1-855-347-0417 or terry @grandviewmodular.com

Out Of Town Property

4170

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

Motorcycles

5080

Service Directory To advertise your service or business here, call 403.346.3356

Financial

1170

DO YOU NEED to borrow money - Now? If you own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits will lend you money - It’s that simple. 1-877-486-2161 DROWNING IN DEBTS? Cut your debts in half & payback in half the time.

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Legal Services

1260

CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon.

U.S. travel waiver.

(24 hour record check).

Divorce? Simple. Fast.

Inexpensive. Debt recovery?

Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300 or 1-800-347-2540; www. accesslegalresearch.com

Misc.

Services

1290

HOME PHONE RECONNECT. Toll free 1-866-287-1348.

Cell phone accessories catalogue. Everyone welcome to shop online at www. homephonereconnect.ca

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Moving & Storage

1300

Complete Moving and Supplies Boxes, Packers & Movers (403)986-1315

Personal Services

1315

DATING SERVICE. Long-term/short-term relationships. Free to try!

1-877-297-9883.

Live intimate conversation, Call #7878 or 1-888-534-6984. Live adult 1on1 Call 1-866-311-9640 or #5015.

Meet local single ladies.

1-877-804-5381. (18+).

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Check out Classifieds to find the purrfect pet.

Careers

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We would like to introduce the newest member of our advertising sales team,

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The best part of my job

is helping you complete yours.

Because working here is about more than helping customers choose the right product. It’s about making a difference in their lives. We call it “unleashing your inner orange� and it’s my ability to tap into my inner potential to help customers create a space worth calling home.

That’s the power of The Home Depot.

TWO WHEELIN’ EXCITEMENT! Motorcycle Mechanic Program. GPRC Fairview Campus, Alberta.

Hands-on training for street, off-road, dual sport bikes. Write 1st and 2nd period Apprenticeship exam. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

The Home Depot, the world’s largest home improvement retailer, is currently hiring quick learners who are customer service focused to work in our stores across Canada. Many positions available including: • Cashiers • Sales Associates ‡ )XOÀOOPHQW $VVRFLDWHV Join us on the following date at the location listed, and learn to unleash your inner orange.

THE ONE - THE ONLY - The One and Only in Canada! Only Authorized Harley Davidson Technician Program at GPRC Fairview Campus.

On-campus residences.

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

RED DEER HOME DEPOT JOB FAIR: Thursday, April 11, 12pm, 3pm & 6pm 2030 50th Avenue If helping people comes to you as naturally as smiling, then our customer-facing career opportunities may be D SHUIHFW ÀW IRU \RX 7R H[SHGLWH WKH DSSOLFDWLRQ SURFHVV SOHDVH EULQJ \RXU DSSOLFDWLRQ FRQÀUPDWLRQ HQGV LQ %5

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Careers

BRANDT is hiring for the following full-time permanent positions: SERVICE MECHANICS – responsible for performing routine mechanical and preventative maintenance duties in the inspection, maintenance and repair of construction, utility, forestry and rail equipment. Previous heavy duty or agricultural mechanic experience required. Positions will be located in Fort McMurray, Grande Prairie, Edmonton, Red Deer and Calgary, AB. The wage range is $27.00/hr. - $52.00/hr.

RESIDENT FIELD MECHANIC – responsible for the repair and maintenance of construction and forestry based equipment and attachments. Positions will be located in Brooks/Hanna, Bonnyville/Cold Lake, Drayton Valley, Edson, Whitecourt, Peace River, High Prairie, AB and Yellowknife, NWT.

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HDD FIELD MECHANIC – dedicated to Horizontal Directional Drilling, this position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of the Ditch Witch product lines. Position will be located in Edmonton, AB.

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FOREMEN – responsible for scheduling and supervising the work of Service Mechanics to repair and maintain construction equipment and attachments. Previous leadership and mechanical experience in a heavy equipment environment is considered an asset. Positions will be located in Calgary, Edmonton and Grande Prairie, AB. Applicants will require a minimum of 3 to 5 years experience and wages vary depending on qualifications and experience. Premiums are available for shift and field work.

Please visit www.brandtjobs.com to apply for a career opportunity or call (306) 791-8923 for more information.

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We are currently seeking a well-organized and reliable individual to join our Fleet department out of Red Deer Alberta.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Credentials: Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic Trade CertiďŹ cation, 3rd period apprentice, 4th period apprentice, Heavy Duty Equipment Red Seal Endorsement, Commercial Vehicle Inspection CertiďŹ cate an asset, must have a valid Class 1 or 3 Driver’s License.

Job Overview • Diagnose/troubleshoot & complete repairs on all company equipment which includes, diesel/gas powered automobiles, Heavy Trucks, OilďŹ eld Well Servicing Equipment, Cranes, loaders, forklift and trailers. • Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts. • Test repaired equipment for proper performance, clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work, verify and repair emission control systems. • Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times and streamline work processes. • Use of computer to input information on the units and for the company maintenance program regarding work/purchase orders. • Order material/parts that are required to complete the repairs. • Be able to work under pressure in certain situations that require a quick turnaround process. • Must be able to read, write, spell and verbally communicate clearly in English.

BeneďŹ ts: • Excellent hourly wage • Lucrative Quarterly Safety Bonus and Christmas Bonus • Excellent beneďŹ t plan • Retirement plan

Fax or email your resume and driver’s abstract to: Att: Lori Enzie Fax: (403) 347-3406 Email: l.enzie@isolationequipment.com or drop by #239-37428 RR #273 Clearview Industrial, Red Deer County

Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.

Must supply driver’s abstract.

Returning Of¿cer Position Chinook’s Edge School Division No. 73 is now accepting applications from quali¿ed individuals for the contract position of Returning Of¿cer for the 2013 School Board Trustee Election commencing August 12, 2013. The successful contractor must understand and act in accordance with the Local Authorities Election Act. Duties will include as per the Local Authorities Election Act in accordance with Section 14 as follows; - the appointment of deputies and other persons as required - the establishment of voting stations - the designation of at least two deputies to work at each voting station, one of whom shall be designated as the PDRO and the training of same - to provide for the supply and delivery of ballots, ballot boxes, instructions to electors and other necessary supplies to all voting stations - to give notice of nominations - to receive nominations - to declare acclamations - to give notice of elections - to do all things necessary for the conduct of an election.

Cover letter and resume, complete with the names and telephone numbers of three current work related references are accepted by email only and should be forwarded to: Allan Tarnoczi, Associate Superintendent Chinook’s Edge School Division No. 73 Email: careers@chinooksedge.ab.ca

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COMPLETE - The layout of the kitchen and dining room in the Landmark Homes show home in Red Deer makes the transition from the kitchen to the table a breeze as the rooms flow into each other.

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A few tips for your home renovations I was just searching for bathroom vanities online and the choices are overwhelming. Clients express the frustration in choosing products all the time, as we are inundated with hundreds and hundreds of choices. I’ve noticed now when I search for a particular item, three or four more web sites pop up in the corner giving me even more options for that one product. You can spend days online or worse, driving from store to store to find what you need.

Design is as much about what already is as it is about what it will be. I have witnessed people tearing their hair out in frustration over choices they often don’t have to make. Take my basement

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LEWIS for instance (yes, you will probably be hearing about my renovation for a few months) when I am looking for items for the space I am conscious about the limitations I have. I am looking at what already is. The bathroom is roughed in and I have space restrictions unless I want to rip out concrete and re arrange the plumbing. I’m not really cool with that seeing it’s a bathroom that will be used occasionally when the kids come to visit so I have a

restriction of a 36” vanity. This isn’t the vanity of my dreams and yet it frees up a lot of time searching for the right one.

Often when I am dealing with a renovation client it takes a few fact finding questions to discover some of the limitations to their projects. I know people start off with a huge vision and I think they sometimes get carried away with that and wear themselves out before the project is finished.

For someone to search in my store for hours for the right colour of carpet when they have already painted the room seems like a waste of precious time, I try to not let people do that. One client was so insistent on a back splash in her bathroom that when

she discovered that the vanity she had bought had a granite splash already attached, she hacked it off so she could have the tile she fell in love with.

It is a good idea to work this out beforehand so you can avoid problems or frustrations during the renovation process. Make a comprehensive list of what you have, what is non-negotiable and currently staying in your home.

The more you are aware of what already is, the less time you will have to spend searching for items or colours you may not even be able to use. Time is precious and most of us do not have enough of it to spare. I have renovated hundreds of spaces (many of them my own) and I see over and over

again the frustration in peoples faces when they have to make choices for a home renovation because the here and now changed their direction.

So get out there and be prepared, make your lists and gather your information to carry with you while you shop. Have at the ready paint colours, furniture swatches or countertop and cabinet samples.

I get so excited when a client comes in with pictures on their iPad or phone, it makes searching for new items such a breeze when we know the products we need, combined with the stuff we already have.

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

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Spring has sprung early in housing market The long-awaited spring market has seemingly sprung. Flowers are blooming, birds are singing and the pothole crews are out in full force. Wait…what?

Ok, so none of that is actually true…yet. The only spring-like event that feels ‘spring-like’ is the amount of active clients seeking mortgage advice on my desk right now as they are looking to upgrade or enter the market.

Many realtors and new home builders are quite surprised by the amount of activity that’s sprung.

They are all excited but are unaware of the answer as the national news only speaks of the slumps of the average home in Canada, and in Toronto and Vancouver, our “Centres of the universe.” it’s not going so well. Fortunately, we aren’t in an average part of Canada.

Our geographic location has provided our province with wealth unseen in many parts of the world and our people have found ingenious ways of obtaining these vast resources.

Fuelled by Alberta’s

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TURCOTTE healthy labour market, Alberta’s population surged by 3.0% in the 12 month period between December 2011 and December 2012, which equates to 115,843 people, the strongest since 2006.

According to Alberta Finance and Enterprise (AFE), 2013 has already seen an increase of 42,000 new migrants, both interprovincial and international whereabouts.

And they all need places to live. The statistics below tell the story of how they are driving up the value of homes.

Conferring back to AFE, while 2011 had slumping ‘new home starts’ statistics, 2012 saw an increase of 29.9% from then, and so far 2013 is showing an increase of 7.8% above that figure.

Average new home prices

have increased 2.2% so far this year.

Meanwhile on the resale side, the average home is selling on the MLS, in Alberta for $373,800 which is an increase of 5.5% over this time last year.

Central Alberta is also firing on all cylinders with February 2013 MLS statistics showing single family homes have a median sale price of $339,000 compared to February 2012’s of $312,000 which equates to an increase of 8.5% over same time the previous year.

Now I’m not going to say that this value difference is significant to that fact all homes have risen by this amount; this is a historical look back of this statistic during that same month year over year. But looking at these figures does show that our homes have risen substantially over the previous year.

The strange thing is that our market has taken off before the spring run-up.

Typically we don’t see the value increases until late March or April, however with the increased demand

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Now don’t expect that our houses will keep increasing like this, there’s only so much house that the average Albertan can afford. And we won’t ever be seeing any throwbacks to the housing rage of 20062008.

These times are more stringent with tougher qualifying regulations, shorter amortizations and a government hell-bent on keeping prices at bay.

Regardless of any of the rhetoric from the past, our growth is more organic in meaning rather than in pure speculation such as the events of pre-2009.

With a healthy labour market attracting new people and a rosy outlook for the price of our commodities, Red Deer and Central Alberta’s home market will be showing gains for some time to come.

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

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