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Ambulance arrived in 15 minutes: records RESIDENTS CLAIM IT WAS NEARLY HALF AN HOUR

BY PAUL COWLEY ADVOCATE STAFF Alberta Health Services says dispatch records show an ambulance arrived to help a man in Sylvan Lake who had collapsed and later died in 15 minutes, not the nearly half hour a local resident claims.

“We know that the initial response did take 15 minutes,” said Lyle McKellar, executive director EMS Central Zone.

“We are certainly able to track the time the calls came in to the 911 centre, to the time the ambulance is dispatched to the time the ambulance arrives on scene.”

Garry Virag, who went public with his concern about the length of time it took for an ambulance to arrive after the March 19 incident in Ryder’s Ridge, disagrees the ambulance was there that soon.

“That’s impossible, “ he said. “I know what 15 minutes is. I know time sees to drag when something like this happens. It was way more than 15.”

Virag said a man who had been shovelling snow had collapsed and stopped breathing on March 19.

Residents went to his aid and performed CPR on the man until help arrived. The man, who had been visiting family, later died.

A cellphone held by one of those who came to help the unconscious man showed it was 27 minutes before the first of two ambulances arrived, he said.

McKellar said it is “highly unlikely” that the automated dispatch system would be in error.

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Pressed up as close to the stage as they can get, fans of Marianas Trench take in the concert singing along with the band Wednesday night at the Centrium. The Canadian Punk/Emo pop rock band from Vancouver played one show in Red Deer along with the band Down With Webster.

Look for Red Deer Advocate arts reporter Lana Michelin’s review of the concert in Friday’s Advocate.

Speaker offers students wisdom about surviving tough times

BY LAURA TESTER ADVOCATE STAFF Josh Shipp hopes his hard knocks life as a youth will speak life into at least one troubled Red Deer student.

Over a span of a couple of days, the 30-year-old Californian was expected to speak to about 7,200 middle and high school students about what it’s like to live a tough time and yet come through it all as a better person.

While talking to a crowd of students assembled from several schools at Memorial Centre on Wednesday, Shipp encouraged them to smile at a fellow student because one never knows what they may be going through. They can’t expect to change the world, but they can somebody’s world for the better.

He threw out other words of wisdom: Don’t be average. Don’t let anyone define who you are, that’s your job. None of us are perfect.

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Runners gather for moment of silence to remember marathon bombing victims

BY PAUL COWLEY ADVOCATE STAFF

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Marathoner Liz Benson was numbed by the carnage she saw online from the Boston Marathon, a race she had run only a year ago.

On Monday afternoon, she checked her iPad for race results, but was confronted by the horrible images and news stories about the twin explosions that killed three and injured about 180 others.

“It was complete shock. Not in my wildest, wildest imagination did I expect to see anything like that,” said the Red Deer registered nurse.

“I basically just spent the entire afternoon feeling very numb and very, very sad.”

She so clearly remembers her own much happier experience crossing the same finish line last year.

“It was the most incredible day, and to think it was so, so sad this year.”

Benson was one of about 30 runners who gathered at Red Deer’s Running Room on Wednesday for a moment of silence to remember of the victims of Boston. Each runner donned a yellow arm band to show

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their support and their training runs were dedicated to the participants, their families and fans in Boston.

The tragedy has strengthened Benson’s resolve to run the historic race again.

“This morning I decided I really, really want to get back to Boston. I wasn’t sure up until today I wanted to run more marathons.

“But this has just given me that extra bit of drive.”

Running Room co-manager Jen Phillips, like so many others, was deeply affected by the images she saw from Boston.

“Just my heart sank. I had goose bumps. I just thought how could anybody do this at a run. (They’re) harmless.”

She knew about five people who were in Boston for the race, all of whom were safe.

Melissa Schulze, of Blackfalds, said, “I couldn’t imagine having that happen. I couldn’t imagine being there.”

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Provinces agree to press for national inquiry

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WINNIPEG — Nine of Canada’s provinces pressed Wednesday for a national inquiry into missing and murdered aboriginal women across the country.

The action came after a meeting in Winnipeg of aboriginal affairs ministers from every province and territory except British Columbia.

“We jointly call upon the federal government to call a national inquiry into this matter of missing and murdered aboriginal women and girls,” said Manitoba’s Aboriginal Affairs Minister Eric Robinson, chairman of the working group of the provincial and territorial aboriginal affairs.

The ministers included three premiers who hold aboriginal affairs portfolios: New Brunswick’s David Alward, Northwest Territories’ Bob McLeod and Nunavut’s Eva Aariak.

British Columbia, where Liberal Premier Christy Clark’s party is fighting for re-election, was not represented at the Winnipeg meeting. Robinson said B.C.’s absence did not weaken the stand Wednesday.

The 2012 B.C. Commission of Inquiry into Missing Women was raised by name as a model of best practices in the minister’s joint communique yesterday.

The Assembly of First Nations, the Métis National Council, the Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami and the Native Women’s Association of Canada have made repeated calls for such a national public inquiry into the cases of 600 aboriginal women across the country.

“This is really significant move,” Robinson said.

‘EVERY PROVINCE AND TERRITORY IS DOING SOMETHING ON ITS OWN BUT . . . WE’VE NEVER GONE DOWN THIS ROAD TOGETHER WHERE WE’RE COLLECTIVE IN OUR VOICE.’ — ERIC ROBINSON MANITOBA’S ABORIGINAL AFFAIRS MINISTER

“Every province and territory is doing something on its own but as aboriginal ministers and leaders of national aboriginal organizations, we’ve never gone down this road together where we’re collective in our voice,” Robinson said.

Up to now the provinces have shied away from an inquiry, agreeing only to consider a task force, which has a narrower scope of inquiry, at a meeting last fall in Saskatchewan.

Ontario Aboriginal Affairs Minister David Zimmer said it was hearing personal stories of so many families who’d suffered the loss of relatives compared to non-aboriginal families that made the difference.

And the shift was emotional, he said.

“We get into these meetings and people quote statistics and percentages but when you hear a story like that, it drives it home, viscerally for people. And it was that kind of visceral emotion that impelled the

provinces to support this issue,” Zimmer said.

Michele Audette, president of the Native Women’s Association of Canada, welcomed the call and described it as shift she didn’t expect.

“I even cried. My God, politically there is a major step here. The premiers and the ministers across Canada agree with the national (aboriginal) leaders.”

As chairman, Robinson said he will make the call to Ottawa in a formal letter on the minister’s behalf.

Parliament agreed to appoint a Special Committee on the matter of missing and murder aboriginal women, but so far the federal government has resisted demands for a national public inquiry.

In Ottawa on Thursday, Justice Department spokeswoman Julie Di Mambro didn’t quite shut the door on it.

But she cited government’s agreement to the Parliamentary committee and added the Conservatives have a raft of related anti-crime initiatives that encompass the concerns of missing and murdered aboriginal women.

“Our government has taken concrete action to address the tragic issue of missing and murdered aboriginal women,” Di Mambro said.

“We have made significant investments to give new tools to law enforcement and to improve the justice system. This includes creating a new National Centre for Missing Persons, improving law enforcement databases and developing community safety plans specifically designed for aboriginal communities.”

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RESPONSE: Still under review Alberta Health Services is still reviewing why it took 15 minutes for the ambulance, which was in Sylvan Lake when the call came in, to arrive on scene.

“That’s really what we’re trying to understand now,” he said.

There was some difficulty finding the address on Rafferty Court, which is a new part of town about a year old.

“Our investigation has revealed it has been a difficult address to locate and now we’re trying to understand why that is the case.”

Alberta Health Services will look at what maps are available, what directions may have been given by dispatch or the 911 caller and other factors.

The street is so new it did not show up on the GPS in the ambulance.

Health officials plan to interview Virag as part of their review. pcowley@reddeeradvocate.com

WISDOM: Share his story Shipp was in Red Deer on Wednesday and again on Friday after Eastview Middle School teacher Monique Stennes-Koot and her son Jacob Stennes, 14, raised money to bring him here in the wake of six suicides reported in the last year.

Shipp, author of The Teen’s Guide to World Domination and host of television’s Teen Trouble, was in and out of foster homes and suffered emotional, physical and sexual abuse while growing up in Oklahoma.

“Whether it’s worse than my situation or better than when I was a kid, I really feel I can share my story and lend my courage to kids — that they can face their own struggles, their own battles.”

Shipp said it’s so important that youth know they aren’t alone, that they aren’t messed up. They should find a caring adult to talk to. Shipp had a Big Brother to talk to through the youth mentor organization.

Shipp said the question used to be for parents: Is my kid at risk? But now, every single child lives in an at-risk culture, so that whether they live in the most ideal situation, they can still head down that road to regret, he said.

“The social pressures of schools used to be confined from 8 to 3 and now it follows you home to Facebook, Twitter,” said Shipp. “So I think the bar is a little bit higher, but it doesn’t mean doom and gloom, that kids don’t have a shot at this. My whole point is that kids need to have adults who know what they are up to, that kids will open up to them about these things.”

He’s met a number of youth across North America

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Teen motivational speaker Josh Shipp, left, meets with Jacob Stennes, MacKenzie Greene and Monique Stennes-Koot after his presentation at the Memorial Centre on Wednesday. who feel their lives won’t get any better and so they think that suicide is the right solution. It’s a permanent solution to a temporary problem, Shipp said. A caring adult has perspective and remembers those incidents in school where they felt it was the end of their world, but they found that things got better.

“At the end of this (Wednesday afternoon) presentation, I had several kids come up and say, they had been in and out of hospital and had been struggling with these kinds of thoughts,” Shipp said.

“They were encouraged that things can get better for them.”

Shipp had a rough upbringing, but during that time he decided he wanted something different. His foster parents left him in jail overnight, instead of bailing him out. It was a rock-bottom moment for him.

“I’ve been doing this for more than a dozen years and this is one of the more remarkable stories I have seen,” said Shipp, regarding Stennes-Koot and her son. “They saw a situation in their own community and said, ‘we have to do something.’ If one student feels like their life is worth it, then this was worth it.”

City schools will get anti-suicide resources from Shipp, thanks to a $5,000 donation by the Red Deer

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Shipp will attend schools in the Smoky Lake area today before returning to Red Deer to speak on Friday. An anti-bullying bullying picket rally will be held in front of Eastview Middle School from 8:15 am to 9:00 am. All students will wear pink to show their support for victims of bullying, and to stand up against bullying. ltester@reddeeradvocate.com

REMEMBRANCE: Gestures of support The day after the explosions she wore her Vancouver marathon finisher shirt as her own private gesture of support.

Les Simpson, of Blackfalds, who is training for his first half-marathon, also felt for those in Boston.

“People are out there, they were training hard, and what they should be doing is enjoying it as they come across that line, instead of running for their lives.” pcowley@reddeeradvocate.com

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Southern Alberta university sharpening axe after provincial funding cuts CALGARY — Several programs may be cut as a southern Alberta university copes with provincial cuts in postsecondary education funding.

Officials with Calgary’s Mount Royal University say they are looking at suspending three diploma programs, four certificate programs and an engineering transfer program with the University of Calgary.

As well, student intake for the nursing program may also be slashed by a third.

The proposed cuts were announced at a town hall meeting on the campus Tuesday afternoon, and will go before Mount Royal’s General Faculties Council Thursday.

Norma MacIntosh, dean of the Faculty of Continuing Education, says in a staff memo that Tuesday was a difficult day at Mount Royal.

The university was left with a $14-million funding shortfall after the government’s March budget included a $147-million cut in postsecondary operating costs.

About 700 Mount Royal students marched on Alberta Premier Redford’s Calgary constituency office last Wednesday and presented a petition, demanding reinstatement of the funding.

Executive test expenses spark fireworks in the legislature EDMONTON — Alberta’s legislature erupted in shouts and accusations Wednesday after the Opposition Wildrose party said it found evidence that another health executive got fasttrack private care at public expense.

Premier Alison Redford’s government, however, said the case of Alison Tonge is no such thing.

Wildrose Leader Danielle Smith told the house in question period that documents from a freedom of information search showed that Tonge was reimbursed $1,160 by Alberta Health Services last year for diagnostic tests at a private Edmonton clinic.

“This is two-tier, queuejumping expense account abuse all wrapped up in one offensive package. Someone needs to lose their job,” Smith told the house.

“The culture of entitlement that we saw with other executives under the former health regions and under previous health ministers is still alive despite this premier’s claim to having eradicated it.”

Redford fired back that the Wildrose was off base.

“The purpose of question period is not to come up with false allegations, mischaracter-

expenses for people who are coming from out of country who want to be permanent residents in Canada,” said Horne.

It was the second time this week the minister has had to deal with accusations of lavish and inappropriate spending by health executives prior to or after 2008, when all health regions were merged into the current AHS superboard.

On Tuesday, Horne admitted he found it “offensive” that former Edmonton region vicepresident Michele Lahey was reimbursed more than $7,000 by taxpayers to get cancer followup care at the prestigious private Mayo Clinic in 2007.

Lahey now works at a private hospital in England and Horne said there’s no way to recoup the money.

Last summer, the chief financial officer of AHS, Allaudin Merali, resigned when documents came to light showing that when he worked for the old Edmonton-area Capital Health Region he charged taxpayers almost $370,000 for pricey restaurant meals, to fix his Mercedes Benz and to hire a butler.

Horne said the government tightened up the rules and oversight on executive spending last fall to eliminate the recurrence of such expense claims.

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izations, and undermine public health care,” she said.

The Tonge tests were completed in December 2011 and the expenses approved by Dr. Chris Eagle, president of Alberta Health Services, in January 2012.

Alberta Health Services, also known as AHS, directs day-today care in the province, and is ultimately answerable to Health Minister Fred Horne.

Tonge has since left AHS, receiving $426,576 in severance according to the Wildrose, and now works for the National Health Service in England.

Tonge said she believes the costs were related to blood and urine tests required under federal rules as part of her citizenship application.

“The government provides a list of accredited providers of immigration medical exams and you are obliged to use these,” Tonge said in an email to The Canadian Press.

The test costs are normally borne by the applicant, but Tonge said the province agreed

to pay for them as part of a recruitment package to bring her and her family over to Alberta from the United Kingdom.

AHS spokesman Roman Cooney confirmed Tonge’s statement and explained that the tests are provided and administered outside of the public health system.

“It would not be correct to suggest that somehow Ms. Tonge used this to get access to services that other Albertans would not have access to,” said Cooney.

Cooney said AHS does not always cover test costs for applicants, but will if it deems it necessary.

“We do it for strategic reasons and in this case that was the decision that was made.”

Horne said outside the house that it is OK in principle for AHS to agree to pay citizenship costs if necessary, including mandatory tests, for top-end talent it is trying to recruit from abroad.

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Riding to a workable solution I agree with the people disappointed by some of the changes city council made to the bike lane pilot project — there hasn’t yet been one complete summer season upon which to judge the project’s merits, and major links along the route have now been removed.

But politics — especially civic politics — is the art of the possible. From my seat on the bike, I’d rather our pilot project with bike lanes ended with tangible GREG successes than have the entire NEIMAN experiment condemned out of hand and abandoned, with not even one season of use to measure its value.

I’m writing now as president of the Red Deer Association for Bicycle Commuting and as a volunteer on the steering committee that came up with the suggested changes council adopted on Monday.

Everyone in council chambers on Monday agrees that the biggest disappointment in this whole process has been the way it evolved into a contest of wins and losses.

You won’t find anyone on council or city staff who is against seeing more people using their bikes as a regular means of getting around the city — something beyond going out to ride for fitness or to tour our parks. I see no dispute anywhere that putting more bikes on our streets, as traffic, is a desirable goal.

The unhappiness comes from an ever-growing population of cyclists (and many more would-be cyclists) who see their right to the road being made unsafe.

The habits of drivers — the vast majority of whom are courteous and accommodating — do not always include looking out for human-powered traffic on the streets. The habits of cyclists — some of whom obey one set of regu-

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lations when they drive and another when they ride — can infuriate drivers.

And our city infrastructure is simply not designed to accommodate arterial traffic that moves at two widely different speeds.

Yet we all seem to agree that more cycling in our transportation mix is a very good idea.

I don’t hear any reasonable voice that disagrees with any of that.

So a group of concerned citizens used their democratic right to convince council that we ought to seriously explore ways to match our goal with reality. Nobody disagrees with that, either.

Contrary to what some are saying, there was indeed a period of public consultation. The people who paid attention came to broad consensus that some arterial roads should contain separate bike lanes, to keep cycle traffic from mixing with vehicular traffic in places where connecting regions of the city is important, and where those connections can be dangerous.

Routes were argued and eventually lines were drawn on a map. Council then put money into seeing how it would work.

This is a process identical to that followed with great success in cities all around the world.

This includes something that happens when large groups try to match new goals with existing reality: a resistance to change.

So now the lines are being altered in some places. But the goal remains — and I still see no evidence that people disagree with the goal.

For myself, I never liked riding a bike on 55th Street. The feeling of safety improved for the few days there was a bike lane on that section, but I use alternate routes that are far more pleasant, safer and efficient enough to get me where I want to go.

Likewise the route along 40th Avenue. I’ve ridden it for many years, and with or without a bike lane on it, it’s never been fun. I like to think I’m a hard-core urban rider, but I’m not so hard-core that I would insist on depriving other citizens of their safe passage, just to ensure mine.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

We need to educate critical thinkers They say that there is a difference between being smart and intelligence. In our present day, we have (primarily young) people who can do almost anything with their cellular phones — except actually talk.

We used to talk about certain young ladies who could talk 30 words per minute with gusts up to 70.

Times have changed.

With the recent funding cuts announced by the provincial government, we now have a few ‘sky is falling’ panic scenarios about higher education. Anyone reading this undoubtably knows what I am talking about, so I won’t repeat them.

In many ways, I am in agreement with what the government is trying to accomplish. Our educational system has to be more in line with the needs of society and the world as a whole. Otherwise, we (figuratively) will be playing our fiddles as Rome burns.

It would seem that some in the academic community would argue that there should be an autonomy in higher education, or even a similar separation as in the church and state relationship. If this is the case, then funding should come from the same source.

Thusly, as government is acting as agent for the taxpaying public, it should have some direction in the final product.

That said, we do need to ensure that we are also educating the student rather than merely training them for a job.

Similar to the smarts vs. intelligence debate, we need to teach students how to think for themselves, rather than try to fill their heads with information.

We need creative thinkers who can adapt to changing realities and obstacles and overcome problems with a common-sense approach.

Our present model of specialization only seems capable of solving one problem by creating three more. So, while we need more people with highly technical and specialized skills, we also need people who can see how their field relates to and ties in with the whole.

One such example was on a program I watched on the television a few days ago. The subject was about building “artificial trees” to capture carbon dioxide to pump underground into rock formations. Some sort of catalyst would cause the CO2 to form into crystals and remain underground forever. There was also some discussion about how it would change the geography of the area above. Does this not just typify what I have been discussing?

One thing I was incredulous about and glad that it didn’t come to pass was our government’s willingness to hand corporations a couple of billion dollars for just such a scheme. Would not an educated, common-sense mind simply propose that you plant a couple billion dollars worth of trees to process the carbon dioxide and produce good old oxygen?

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dential streets that make my commute a few blocks longer. But I appreciate the exercise and there are many pretty yards and houses to see along the way.

This is in contravention of the stated goal of Red Deer Association for Bicycle Commuting, which is that major arterial traffic routes ought to have separate lanes for bikes. That’s still a reasonable goal, and I do not think the association should set it aside. Especially since there are big changes coming in infrastructure, like the ring road from the north entrance to the city to the south.

If safe passage is not planned for bikes along that route, with safe, separate crossings east and west, then we can talk about losers.

For now, we push our pedals toward

As far as funding, should not those who directly benefit from the publicly-funded educational system also contribute to its well-being? Maybe some of those corporate dividends should instead be donated to benefit society as well as shareholders bottom line.

If you were to also take the view that higher education is also a product, should not that which is exported come at a higher cost to those purchasing that education?

A two-tier system may not seem fair, but neither is it fair that our children should be denied access to higher education based upon grade point average.

After all, the goal is to educate our students, not create some academic elite.

A more business-oriented model of higher education would even look for opportunities to export our product to new markets — in other words, set up shop in other countries. That way, we would not have a glut of academics asking the question: “Do you want fries with that?”

Jeff Hanson Red Deer County

Life is better outside Michener Centre Re: Support for the closure of Michener Centre Our family supports the closure of Michener Centre! Everyone can live in community!

Our uncle lived most of his childhood and adult life in Michener Centre and his life was much better once he moved into community! For almost 50 years, he was denied that opportunity — the same opportunity that most of us take for granted. And now, we have an adult son with developmental disabilities, living a great life in community with his family and friends, being fully included in school, work, postsecondary and community clubs.

There are thousands of families who have sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, cousins, aunts and uncles living in community who can help those who are anxious about the closure.

To remain open for 125 individuals who could be moved and live in community, just like our uncle, is morally unjust.

To remain open, requiring a significantly disproportionate share of government funds in comparison to other Albertans with developmental disabilities and their families living in community, many of whom are as vulnerable and complex, is economically unjust.

We are dismayed by a union that creates fear for families and misinforms the public to protect jobs over and above the interests of the very individuals they claim to serve — individuals with developmental disabilities who will never thrive in an institution as they will in community, where their needs can be so much better met.

Those opposing the closure are willing to risk future lives by acting with such little understanding and regard for how keeping the institution open will impact the thousands of other Albertans with developmental disabilities who do not want to be

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success. The sun will eventually shine here. Get your bike tuned up and show the city that there needs to be room for everyone to get around safely. You’ll have lots of friends along the way.

You can also join a national challenge to record your distance as a bike commuter during Environment Week June 2 to 8. Go to www.commuterchallenge.ca and see how you can register yourself, and your workplace for a national contest on sustainable commuting.

There will be more information on that, coming soon. I’m on that committee, too.

Greg Neiman is a retired Advocate editor. Follow his blog at readersadvocate. blogspot.ca or email greg.neiman.blog@ gmail.com.

torn from their families and communities to keep the institution open. The only way Michener Centre can continue to exist is to fill beds and we never ever want another bed filled with another family member, friend, neighbour, colleague or community member with developmental disabilities.

We are thankful for this government’s leadership in closing this institution. It is the right thing to do and truly demonstrates the promise to care for our most vulnerable citizens.

Please support our family and the thousands of Albertans with developmental disabilities and their families so we can stop living in fear of our loved ones ever being sent to an institution. Send the message to the premier and your MLA that you support the decision to close Michener Centre.

Barb and Russ MacIntyre Slave Lake

Councillors focus on pet projects As is obvious by recent Red Deer city council actions, the main concern for most of them is still personal gain and pet projects.

There are four things this city needs to do before this administration forces us to go bankrupt. ● Have a full police investigation and forensic audit into this administration. ● Have a ward system that makes council more accountable and given residents someone to call rather than getting the run around they get under the current system. ● A recall system so if a councillor is not doing his or her job, the residents of the ward can have the councillor removed from office and replaced. ● Everyone authorized to spend city money should be bonded and held to account for every penny they have spent.

People running for office who wouldn’t support measures that insure this type of credibility shouldn’t be in such an elected or hired position to start with.

I’ve been asked by several friends, neighbours and even customers to consider running myself.

I would consider it a privilege to work with Coun.

Chris Stephan. But I don’t know if I could work with most of the rest of them if they got re-elected because of the lack of respect they show for this city and the people who live here.

I like a lot of what I’m hearing from the Red Deer First Group, But I worry about it being led by someone out of the public eye.

The list of best places to live in Canada has shown Red Deer has dropped 30 spots, The mayor’s response: “I’m not worried they’ve just moved us to our more traditional ranking.”

It’s good to see so many letters and stories showing the voters in Red Deer are taking more of an interest this time around. Hopefully we’ll get more people in office like Coun. Stephan who are worthy of a city paycheque.

Jerry Anderson Red Deer

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It’s that time of year again when the Canada geese are building their nests in the sloughs that lie between the Word of Life Church and the Sears-Winners-Best Buy buildings.

There is nothing worse or more hazardous when traveling northbound on Hwy 2, then to be going under the on-ramp overpass and around the corner and to be attacked by an enraged Canada goose.

Year after year, these poor geese try to protect their young from our roaring vehicles, often causing many to swerve madly but more often they end up lying in a heap on the side of the road.

How much would it cost to put up a snow fence along this section of the highway during this time of the year to protect not only the geese but the drivers?

Is this a request that is going to be bantered between city and county and province — everyone turning pockets out saying they don’t have enough money or manpower to unravel a few feet of snowfence now that they have put them all away as, let’s face it, it’s spring?

Will what’s left of the young geese and their valiant defenders have grown enough to fly have done so by the time a decision is made?

Or will someone just go out and put up some fencing so we don’t have to watch as bird after bird ends up massacred by the huge trucks that dare not and cannot swerve on that deadly curve for some defending parent.

Even if it is just a bird.

Aims Abson Innisfail

Genetic modifications raise risks Re: Farmers protest genetically modified alfalfa, Laura Tester, Red Deer Advocate, April 10, 2013 This was an excellent report of the event and explained the concerns of the protesting farmers and consumers very well. What shocked me were the comments made by our MP, Earl Dreeshen, in regards to the protesters’ concerns.

Dreeshen was reported as saying, “These genetically modified crops have great value.”

In truth, there is a lot of controversy regarding the safety of GMOs (genetically modified organisms).

There are research studies supporting both views, but the great majority of the studies supporting the safety of GMOs are funded by the people who benefit from those results, mainly Monsanto and a few other GMO producers.

The American Academy of Environmental Medicine has stated that, “Several animal studies indicate serious health risks associated with genetically modified food,” including infertility, immune problems, accelerated aging, faulty insulin regulation, and changes in major organs and the gastrointestinal system.

Also, there have been no studies so far, on the long-term health effects of consuming GMOs. There are also serious environmental concerns with the GMO promoting monocrop system encouraged by Monsanto, which instead of using the traditional farming methods of crop rotation and fallow, relies on commercial pesticides and fertilizers that allow intensive farming of a single crop on the same land year after year.

Monocropping advocates claim that it allows for maximum yields, but evidence over the last 50 years show that this method is increasing vulnerability to diseases, insects and drought.

Data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows that GM crops do not really increase yields and may even decrease them. Also, recently, Reuters, an international news agency, reported in an article published on Oct. 1, 2012, that, “U.S. farmers are using more hazardous pesticides to fight weeds and insects due largely to heavy adoption of genetically modified crop technologies that are sparking a rise of ‘superweeds’ and hard-to-kill insects, according to a newly released study.”

This is a direct contradiction of the statement of support for GM crops put out by the Grain Growers of Canada (according to the April 10 Advocate article), which claims that weeds, insects, and diseases are controlled with fewer pesticides with GM crop methods. I wonder if Monsanto has any influence over this group and its media releases.

Monsanto is notorious for its relentless lobbying and strong-arm tactics to get its GE seeds through the approval process and out onto the market. There are documented cases of farmers being sued by Monsanto for having its patented GMOs in their fields, even when those fields have been contaminated via natural means such as pollination by insects (who strangely enough do not know they should stay out of the non-GMO fields). Many farmers in the U.S. have had their farm operations destroyed by Monsanto, if they chose not to go along. This happens in Canada too — an actual documentary (David Versus Monsanto) has been made about the ordeals of Saskatchewan farmer, Percy Schmeiser.

Maybe this is what Earl Dreeshen is afraid could happen to him, if he does not support GMOs. According to the April 10 article, he has farmed GM canola on his Pine Lake area farm.

Also, he may be in need of a refresher course on the facts of life, as he was reported as saying that “it should be farmers’ choice to grow crops with altered genetic traits.” Since alfalfa is pollinated primarily by bees and neither bees nor the wind are under Monsanto’s or federal control, it is only common sense that there are concerns with pollination.

What about the choice of the farmers who do not want GMOs? What about the democratic principle that we have our freedoms, as long as they don not infringe upon the freedoms and rights of others?

If we respect this principle, then only if GMOs were required to be properly labelled (to protect the consumer’s right to choose), and if Monsanto could

their own well-being. Consequently, their health goes down hill and they succumb to many serious, stress-related illnesses. It’s a fact that 78 per cent of the caregivers die before their spouses!

Dementia will kill everyone it touches if we let it.

As the care provider, you must take care of yourself. This is not being selfish but survival!

What will your partner do if you are not around?

In a crisis situation, they will be moved to a care facility and you could be critically ill and unable to help either of you.

Your health must come first so you can help the both of you! You are important too!

You must believe that a long-term care facility is a safer and a happier location for your spouse. Indeed we could be called selfish for not moving them to a care facility sooner.

We all wait to long to act for a placement for we believe we are indestructible and we love our partner.

The things you must do first (in my opinion): ● Have your partner get a thorough medical examination and queried for the possibility of dementia by your doctor. You should now also consider your own health and get a complete medical exam. Be honest with your physician on how you feel. Stress kills! ● Contact the community health centre, they will arrange home care after an evaluation of need. Also inquire about respite (time away for you) care. In my case, our health centre also conducted a dementia assessment and contacted our physician with their results. Should their assessment of your spouse be positive for dementia, they will get you into the system for eventual long-term care placement. ● See your lawyer and make certain all your paper work is in place such as signing authority and the personal directive. This must be a priority. ● Deal with driving cessation and with the drivers licence as driving safely is no longer possible after there is a diagnosis of progressive dementia. Talk to your doctor as to how to handle this. ● When you feel overwhelmed, contact your doctor for help. If you are not sleeping and not eating properly, you are overwhelmed. Get help! Consider joining a support group. ● You should start thinking about care placement for your spouse. Community health care and your physician will complete the necessary paperwork to apply for the placement. He or she will not get any better! You must survive and placement is inevitable. ● Your finances through your credit cards and cheque book can also be at risk. Take immediate steps to safeguard yourself from possible fraud or inappropriate spending. The PIN number is not necessary for phone purchases.

Should your partner suffer from dementia, you will soon know how very engaging your spouse can be when others are around. Others, including possibly some of your family, will say there is nothing wrong.

None of them have been through your struggles, do not be side-tracked, keep pushing for placement.

Do not feel guilty — you, community health care and your physician are not wrong!

Unfortunately, some people will always be in denial. Stick to your guns.

I have written this critique hopefully to help others. I am no authority and have not been trained on the subject of dementia, I am just a survivor.

Personally, I was blessed by having my son and daughter introduce me to the Red Deer Alzheimer’s Society for help. They saved my life!

I cried and stumbled then cried and stumbled some more and then miss-stepped again. I still have my bad days, even writing this is giving me tears.

However, I have survived and my wife is happy and very well cared for in a long-term care facility.

Please, heed my words: Dementia will kill you if you do not regard its danger and react promptly.

Be a survivor!

D. Murray Mackay Ponoka

manage to keep insects and wind in GMO fields only (to protect the farmer’s right to choose non GMO or organic), would Dreeshen’s argument be legitimate.

Lori Curran Red Deer

Personal experience, not ideology The column that Bruce Uditsky submitted to the Advocate on April 5 also appeared as an op-ed in two other major papers. Omitted on this occasion was his self proclaimed title as author, researcher and international lecturer in the study of developmental disabilities.

Unfortunately, my parents can not claim such expertise, but they did have the experience of raising a son who was developmentally disabled. Long before Uditsky appeared on the scene, my parents were fully involved in David’s life. They also chose to make Michener Centre his home. They judged David’s happiness by smiles and laughter, not studies and reports. They did not ask Uditsky to speak for them. This self-proclaimed “expert” has no right to pass judgment on decisions made by my parents.

Uditsky presents himself as the only voice that speaks for individuals with developmental disabilities. In reality, he represents a small, albeit vocal group. Uditsky is only one voice among many.

Until recently, the government has chosen to acknowledge Uditsky’s opinion for what it is, strictly an opinion.

The issues surrounding the government’s decision to close Michener Centre cannot be hijacked

by Uditsky and his ideology. The issue at hand is one of a basic moral principle: when a promise is made, it should be kept. The government promised my brother that “No one currently living at Michener Centre would be forced to move away from Michener Centre” (Moving Ahead Report, 2008).

Uditsky’s opinions of Michener Centre are those of a self serving interest group and should be taken as that, self-serving.

Government policy should not be dictated by such groups.

Bill Lough Society of Parents & Friends of Michener Centre

Don’t lose opportunity for real change Who did you vote for in the last federal, provincial and municipal election? Why did you vote for him/ her? What guide did you use to determine your vote?

Contrary to what Cameron Kennedy, John Stewart, Mayor Morris Flewwelling, certain council members and Lorna Watkinson Zimmer’s personal opinions and comments, there is no short and fast rule or anything that prohibits municipal politics and candidates from running and aligning themselves with whomever they choose.

Do not be fooled by their comments and shenanigans.

It is not past or present politicians or journalists who will reveal and determine if the group, Red Deer First, is a necessary want and need to reinvent and realign how Red Deerians want to be governed and who they want governing them. It is the voting and democratic process that will determine that outcome.

It is, of course, quite predictable these past and present politicians and journalists will do and say anything to stop any group that does not want to play by their rules and support their way of doing things in Red Deer.

This is what those do, when their own dictate is challenged. This is what those do, when their status quo is challenged. This is what those do, when they want to preserve things exactly the way they are.

But one needs to ask why? Better yet, ask yourself — to whose advantage will keeping everything exactly the same benefit?

The interesting part of politics and democracy is having one challenge the dictate of a group who believe their dictate is sacrosanct. But the most interesting part of this process, is when it is challenged to its limits in our own backyard.

Remember the Reform Party and Preston Manning, challenging the disproportionate politics of East versus West in Canada? If the time was not ripe, the Reform Party would not have come to fruition. Let’s not forget what the Reform Party did and achieved as an Alberta protest party and how it synthesized the Progressive Conservative Party of Canada into the party it is today. If the Reform Party never had come about, would Stephen Harper be our prime minister today?

Think about it.

I wish Red Deer First, FRP BUCKS those courageous trail blazers, the best of luck in forging new pathways in municipal politics.

F.J. Guedoud Red Deer and Calgary

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Bike shop owner feels ‘misled’ by Flaherty

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Bill to deal with fallout of robocalls affair on hold

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — The Conservative government’s planned legislation to stop electoral dirty tricks is now on hold.

The legislation was to be tabled Thursday in the House of Commons. But Tim Uppal, the minister of state for democratic reform, says his office discovered an unspecified problem with the proposed bill at the last minute.

“In our desire to rapidly incorporate recent recommendations made by the chief electoral officer, we discovered a last-minute issue in the proposed Elections Reform Act,” Uppal said in a statement.

“Therefore, we are postponing the introduction of legislation. We will take the time necessary to get the legislation right.”

Uppal’s office isn’t saying how long the bill will be delayed.

The long-awaited legislation was to incorporate recent recommendations by Marc Mayrand, the chief electoral officer, aimed at addressing problems that arose from the so-called robocalls affair.

Mayrand has warned there could be another wave of false or misleading telephone calls in the next election if tough new rules and punishments are not in place by the end of next year.

An Elections Canada report last month offered a number of ideas aimed at preventing another rash of robocalls in future campaigns.

They included penalties for impersonating election officials, wider investigative powers for elections officials and increased voter privacy.

Mayrand’s office is still investigating fraudulent robocalls reported by complainants living in dozens of ridings across the country.

So far, only a junior Conservative campaign worker in Guelph, Ont., has been charged under the Elections Act in relation to fraudulent robocalls made during the 2011 election campaign.

Michael Sona, who worked on the campaign of local Conservative candidate Marty Burke, was charged earlier this month “with having wilfully prevented or endeavoured to prevent an elector from voting at an election.”

B.C. man shares 6-49 jackpot THE CANADIAN PRESS VANCOUVER — B.C.’s latest lotto millionaire says he feels like he’s been hit over the head after winning a share of last Saturday’s record 6-49 jackpot.

Chad Seguin won $15.8 million out of the total jackpot of $63 million, which was the largest single lottery prize in Canadian history.

He says he checked his ticket at a gas station the morning the numbers came in and could barely call his wife to tell her the good news.

Sequin, a retail salesman with two children, says his family still needs time for the big win to sink in.

He says he’ll pay off his mortgage, and maybe buy a Porshe.

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Jose Bray, owner of Ottawa-based Joe Mamma Cycles, speaks to the media in his bicycle store as NDP MP Murray Rankin criticized the Conservative government over tariff hikes in Ottawa on Wednesday.

The Tories, however, called the New Democrats hypocritical when it comes to tax increases.

“The NDP has a lot of nerve,” said Dan Miles, a spokesman for Flaherty.

DNA link found between ethnicity and immunity

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS VANCOUVER — A team of North American scientists have cracked a particularly complex genetic code that reveals ethnicity may determine how well a person is able to fend off diseases like HIV or the common flu.

Five scientists from Simon Fraser University are among those who have found a link between race and antibodies, the culmination of years of research that could have implications for the way doctors treat patients.

One of the team’s researchers, Corey Watson, says the scientists found that certain ethnicities have

missing or added DNA links, a factor that could influence their immunity to certain diseases.

But Watson says the study is the tip of the iceberg when it comes to this kind of genetic research and it’s too early to tell how the findings will effect drugs, vaccines and treatments that have typically been used to treat whole populations.

He says the discovery also has implications for scientists who do ethnicity research in future, because they’ll need to take the ethnicity of DNA samples into account for accurate results.

The study of 425 people of Asian, African and European descent was published last month in The American Journal of Human Genetics.

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OTTAWA — The owner of a bicycle shop where Finance Minister Jim Flaherty last year trumpeted the benefits of his budget says he feels misled.

Despite what the federal Conservatives say, they are raising consumer taxes by increasing tariffs on goods imported from dozens of countries, Jose Bray told a news conference at his Joe Mamma bike store on Wednesday.

“It was a little misleading and I think calling it a tariff and saying we’re not raising taxes is trying to pull the wool over the eyes of the consumer,” he said.

“I feel misled more than anything.”

Bray’s shop was the backdrop last October for a Flaherty news conference, where the minister announced measures to be included in his 2012 omnibus Budget Implementation Act. Flaherty declared at the time that he would not raise taxes and would give small businesses a tax credit.

But the Conservatives have increased taxes, said Bray, by way of the tariffs, which will increase prices for a number of consumer products, including bicycles.

NDP critic Murray Rankin said the Conservatives are raising tariffs on bicycles to 13 per cent from 8.5 per cent, an increase the Opposition estimates will cost Canadian cyclists between $5 and $6 million annually.

The New Democrats say Canada annually imports $125 million in bicycles from the dozens of countries covered by the increase.

“Stephen Harper promised Canadians that he would not impose new taxes on them,” said Rankin.

“But he is raising taxes on bicycles and over 1,200 types of consumer goods.”

“The Harper government has been cutting taxes since it was elected in 2006, and the NDP opposed every single tax cut,” he said.

“If it were up to the NDP, Canadians families would be sending thousands more in taxes to Ottawa each year.”

The rise in tariffs came in Flaherty’s most recent budget in March.

The document contained a notice that, starting in 2015, Canada is “graduating” 72 countries previously classified as developing to full developed status for the purpose of tariffs.

The increases are in contrast to the removal of all import duties on sporting and athletic equipment and a few other items that Flaherty highlighted in his March budget.

Those changes could mean lower prices for such things as hockey pants and gloves, as well as baby clothes.

The government estimates that the elimination of duties on sports equipment and baby clothes will cost $76 million a year, while the treasury will gain $333 million annually through increasing other tariffs.

NDP Leader Tom Mulcair was asked to explain how the NDP, the traditional party of organized labour, could support continued tariff relief for countries with low wages and poor labour and environment laws, such as India and China.

Mulcair acknowledged it’s an issue, particularly the trade advantages conferred by lax environmental laws. He said his party wants “reciprocity and a level playing field when we’re dealing with our partners.”

So would New Democrats actually roll back the tariff increases if they took power? Mulcair wouldn’t say.

“When the NDP forms a government, we’ll make sure that we make it a priority to deal with countries on an even footing.”

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They say the donations poured in after two backto-back mass email solicitations that urged Liberals to fight back against Conservative attacks.

The first, sent out just as Trudeau was leaving the stage Sunday after delivering his acceptance speech, urged Liberals not to let the coming barrage of “negative and misleading attacks” drown out the new leader’s “positive message of change.”

The second was issued Monday evening — shortly after the Conservatives launched three television ads featuring video from 2011 of Trudeau doing a mock strip-tease for a charity event.

The Tory ads, set to carnival music and voiced in a mocking tone, assert that the new Liberal leader has neither the experience nor judgment to be prime

LONDON — Margaret Thatcher’s life began in a simple grocer’s shop but it was the complexity of her legacy that was marked Wednesday at a funeral that drew thousands from around the world.

“If you seek his monument, look around you,” reads the epitaph to Christopher Wren, architect of St. Paul’s Cathedral. And the 2,300 guests gathered for Thatcher’s funeral were a living monument to Thatcher’s influence, much as the protesters who lined the streets were proof of the divisiveness of her time as British prime minister.

Among the assembled were the Queen and her husband, Prince Philip, seated on red-cushioned chairs with their feet resting on a carpet specially laid on the marble floor, facing the simple altar and bier that held Thatcher’s flag-draped coffin.

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Response to the email solicitations, sent out under his name, suggests he may be right.

“The Conservatives are already back in the gutter,” he said in the Monday evening email blast.

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Nine Conservative MPs so far have come out to defend their parliamentary privilege of speaking their minds.

The debate was sparked after British Columbia colleague Mark Warawa complained he was prevented from speaking during the 15-minute period allotted for statements before question period.

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Above: Light level geolocator attached to the back of a male Purple martin.

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urple martins, the largest members of the swallow family, are among our most beautiful and fascinating avian neighbours.

Interestingly, martins and humans have been connected for at least 7,000 years; scientists believe that purple martins first started nesting in the long-necked gourds used as drinking utensils by SouthMYRNA ern-dwelling PEARMAN American Indians. Fascinated, the villagers put up additional gourds to encourage the birds to nest close by.

European settlers, equally enthralled, carried on the gourd tradition and also began building multicompartment wooden houses. The use of gourds and apartment-styles houses became so widespread that, by the early 20th century, martins had forsaken woodpecker cavities and other ancestral nesting cavities. Today, thousands of purple martin “landlords”

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host colonies of these birds all across the continent. Interestingly, the Eastern subspecies (Progne subis subis) has the singular distinction of being totally dependent on human-supplied nesting sites.

Ironically, purple martin popularity increased dramatically in the early 1960s because a few overzealous martin house manufacturers claimed that each bird would consume over 2,000 (even up to 14,000) mosquitoes daily! However, subsequent scientific studies confirmed that martins do not eat mosquitoes; rather, they consume dragonflies, damselflies and other larger insects. Mosquitoes — which fly low, hang out in the shade and are not active when the martins are feeding — are hardly worth the chase. The relentless marketing campaign was obviously successful because the mosquito myth is still widely believed.

Purple martins are birds of Alberta’s Parklands, and those nesting here are at the northern limit of their breeding range. Our Ellis Bird Farm colony is one of dozens around Central Alberta. Although the martin population is decreasing overall, farm numbers continue to grow. We hosted a record 70 nesting pairs last year and their melodious chatter has become the signature sound at our site.

Last summer, the farm embarked on a purple martin research project in conjunction with Toronto’s York University, the Purple Martin Conservancy of Pigeon Lake and the Camrose Wildlife and Stewardship Society. Twenty two farm birds were “outfitted” with small light level geolocator backpacks.

These geolocators detect and record maximum light intensities at set intervals, data from which researchers can reconstruct migration routes and identify wintering locations. No one knows where “our” Northern-nesting martins overwinter, so these geo’d martins carry critically important scientific

information on their backs!

The challenge this season is to find all the “backpacked” birds that return to Alberta. This spring, we are asking martin landlords in Central Alberta to carefully check all the martins that show up at their colonies. The antennae of these units are difficult to see, but the aluminum leg bands put on all geo’d birds will be fairly easy to spot (some geo’d birds also have green or black coloured leg bands).

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An early snow fall in October was the start of winter and late snowfalls are keeping the ground covered and blooming plants dormant.

Trees and shrubs are more exposed to the elements than are perennials or bulb allowing them to react to the warmer temperatures and longer days.

Look closely at any deciduous plant and see that the buds are swelling in preparation of flowering or leafing out.

Take advantage of trees and shrubs that are waiting to bloom by cutting stems and bringing them into a warmer environment.

Given the correct conditions the buds will break dormancy sending forth flowers and leaves before their counterparts that are still outside.

The trees and shrubs that are easiest to force into bloom LINDA are the ones that bloom first TOMLINSON in the spring.

Double Flowering Plum, Flowering Almond, Nanking Cherry, May Day along with Apple and Crab Apple Trees are good choices for forcing. Other shrubs such as Forsythia, Azalea and Daphne also force very easily but their flower buds are not reliably hardy in this climate.

Pussy Willow and poplars will also force and add a different dimension to arrangements; catkins and leaves. To start the forcing process, choose branches that have plump buds.

The bigger the bud, the quicker the plant will come into flower.

Keep the plants shape in mind when removing branches. It is better to have fewer forced flowers than a misshapen tree or shrub.

Make all cuts with a sharp tool, cutting back to another branch. Do not leave stubs as they are unsightly and will harm the plant.

Once the branches are cut take them in the house and submerge them in water.

A large tub or bathtub works well. Leave them submerged in the water for up to 24 hours.

The theory is that the stem and buds should absorb all the moisture possible making it more likely they will bloom.

After the branches are removed from the water, re-cut the bottom of the stem and slit the stem upwards twice forming an X or star shape.

The cut should be 1-2 inches (3- 5 cm) in length.

Remove all buds that will be below the water line as they will rot.

Adding floral preservative to the water will reduce the risk of a bacterial build up keeping the branches hydrated longer.

Place all branches cut side down in water and move the container to a cooler area.

Changing the water in the container every couple of days will also increase the branches life span.

After 3-5 days in a cooler part of the house the size of the flower buds should have increased. At this time they can be moved into a warmer area.

How long it will take the flowers to bloom is dependent on the variety of branch and how dormant it was when it was cut. It will take plants that bloom later in the season longer to flower than early blooming ones.

Caution should be taken in moving the branches inside directly into the warm home. The shock of a large temperature change can cause the flower buds to open improperly.

Once in bloom continue to change the water every few days to prolong the flower’s life.

In a year where winter seems to want to stay, the sight and smell of spring is welcomed.

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Linda Tomlinson is a horticulturalist that lives near Rocky Mountain House. She can be reached at www.igardencanada.com or your_garden@hotmail.com

Critters can help gardens

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Looking for some help in the garden?

Many of nature’s most useful critters lie literally at our feet, underappreciated and ignored despite their ability to eliminate insects, condition soils and pollinate plants.

Turtles, moths, moles, dragonflies, snakes, toads and spiders are among the many wild things that can help maintain a landscape. The payback is minimal — food, water, shelter, and easing off on harsh lawn and garden chemicals.

“I believe in teamwork, using all the creatures that live in your garden,” said Sharon Lovejoy, author of Trowel and Error (Workman Publishing, 2003).

“Start from the ground up with night crawlers as part of your workforce.”

Add to the earthworms already in your plant beds with commercially available red worms.

“Build a worm bin or a place where they can’t get out,” Lovejoy said.

“Use all of your leftovers — your kitchen compost.

Worms can process up to 6 pounds of garbage in a week.”

“Grow an assortment of native plants, which will draw a great many bird species,” Lovejoy said. “Add plant hosts as food for butterfly and moth larvae.”

That list would include milkweed (monarch butterflies), borage (green lacewings), sunflowers (ladybugs) and yarrow (hoverflies). Many insects in the larval stage are voracious predators. Green lacewings as juveniles are aptly named “aphid lions” because of their appetite for the sap-sucking pests.

Also great garden helpers are: ● Toads. “Harmful insects make up 62 per cent of a toad’s daily food supply,” said Lovejoy, who stacks rocks and wood in secluded spots to shelter toads, frogs, turtles, salamanders and lizards. ● Dragonflies that can capture over 400 mosquitoes a day. ● Moles. “They eat their body weight in insects, slugs and grubs while aerating the soil,” Lovejoy said. ● Sphinx wasps that can pollinate 200 flowers in less than seven minutes, Lovejoy said. ● Snakes. “Most snakes — about 99 per cent of those found in gardens — are harmless helpers, and eat rodents and insect pests,” Lovejoy said. Garter and gopher snakes top her “beneficial” list. ● Box turtles that feast on slugs, snails, insects, larvae and grubs. “They’re slow but sure,” Lovejoy said. ● Bats. These nocturnal aerialists pollinate flowers, spread seeds and devour upwards of 600 mosquitoes an hour.

‘Petro-state’ decried Never, in 47 years of these columns, has it received the volume and quality of reader response as has the r e c e n t two-parter showing how badly Alberta has been governed for the past four decades, at least.

All responses agree with that thesis BOB and add SCAMMELL poignant detail.

T h e words “petro state” are used often for Alberta and Canada and several readers assert that a characteristic of petro states world-wide is that they do not properly tax their citizens, which results in the citizenry not holding the government to account for its bad governance, including waste, mismanagement and destruction of the country’s resources, both renewable and non-renewable.

Several emails come from former Alberta government employees, and many others are touching, even painful mea culpas from present oil patch workers, bemoaning the environmental destruction they see — and cause — every day in our formerly most pristine — and protected -- parts of the province.

The word “fracking” appears often: the practice of taking pure water — generally for little or no payment — from many of our best trout streams, and pumping it down wells underground to increase oil and gas production. ● Good, or bad news, depending on how you look at it, is that the Canadian Pheasant Company, sited at the former government pheasant hatchery east of Brooks, is gone, out of business, and is selling off its pheasant stock.

Most cogent reason is that the owners and managers were unable to get a new five-year commitment from our bankrupt government to buy birds for pheasant stocking in Alberta.

Some possible wild pheasant help is found in the 2012 report of Partners in Habitat Development, based with the Eastern Irrigation District in Brooks, which shows that the spring count of wild pheasant numbers showed they were up18 percent over 2011, but still 38 percent below the 35-year average, and Hungarian partridge numbers were up just slightly 2012 over 2011.

But there are fears that this year’s counts, starting soon, will be down again; it has been a long, hard on birds winter in pheasant country, and I suspect it isn’t even over yet.

Another really critical factor for hunters of wild pheasants is the absence of heavy rainfall in late May, early June, which sickens and kills so many of the hatch that would provide most of the wild pheasant hunting in October and November. ● Jason Peck of Sylvan Lake emails that he would love to hear the thoughts of me, Barry Mitchell and Jim McLennan on possible highly-scientific and technical recovery of extinct species of North American trout.

Not speaking for the other two gents, or any other North American jurisdiction, I am not satisfied that any species of Alberta trout are now extinct.

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Above: Hunting with the Canadian Pheasant Company — a thing of the past? Below right: A big, pure-strain bull trout.

Bottom: Kelsey Kure’s “bullkie.”

As a general principle, I believe that there are reasons for extinctions, founded in evolutionary laws and environmental conditions.

If we cloned an extinct species from DNA, etc., where would we put them?

Evolutionary and habitat conditions virtually everywhere in North America will be worse than what they were when the species became extinct.

Besides, we seem to be fighting a losing battle with big oil and gas in our Alberta petro state, not to mention big forestry and recreational ATV terrorists to save two native Alberta trout species that are now in danger of extinction: our provincial fish, the bull trout, and the west slope cutthroat.

Part of the program is educating anglers to identify Alberta trout species and part of the endangerment of both species is that they hybridize with two nonnative species: rainbows with cutthroats and brook trout with bull trout.

Being able to identify RB-Cutt hybrids is relatively easy, but the bull-brook cross is a visual puzzle.

In my day I have caught hundreds of bulls and brookies, but can never recall seeing in the flesh what I thought was a hybrid of the two; in fact I’d never even seen a picture until reader, friend, and hyper-angler, Kelsey Kure, sent a picture of what he calls a “bullkie” that he caught recently doing some early-spring, or late-winter fishing in the upper Red Deer River.

Accurate identification is crucial if you want legally to keep the fish, because a bullkie is neither bull nor brook trout and would not be subject to the province-wide zero limit on bull trout. Hybrids

are generally sterile, and removing them is unlikely to deplete the fishery.

Kelsey has caught these hybrids before and has studied the excellent bull trout identification guide of the state of Montana, online at: http//fwp.mt.gov.education/ angler/bullTroutIdProgram/default.html.

Kelsey explained to me the main features he looked for and found in identifying his latest bullkie: a distinct lack of wormlike markings on the dorsal fin and back (a brookie characteristic), lighter-colored fins, with some black spots on the dorsal and caudal fins (no black on a bull), and large white spots on the flanks with slight pink haloes around them (brook trout have haloes; bulls never).

Bob Scammell is an award-winning columnist who lives in Red Deer. He can be reached at bscam@ telusplanet.net.

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Wellness in the workplace According to the Mental Health Commission of Canada’s chairman, the fastest growing disability claim in the Canadian workplace is mental illness.

Absenteeism and lost productivity are on the rise and it’s being related back to mental health disorders.

Canada is the first country in the world to launch a voluntary standard that allows employers to promote prevention of mental health problems to their employees through audits.

But is the implementation of audits to determine what stress is being put on an employee only a matter of assessing and not actually addressKRISTIN ing the issue?

FRASER First things first I suppose.

And while there are more severe psychological disorders that require special attention, isn’t there room to act on some of the precursor symptoms with nutrition?

Stress, burnout, anxiety, no passion, poor memory, irritability or stagnation — how does an employer find the balance of challenging, but not overworking an employee, keeping him or her engaged but not

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over-stressed?

And even more importantly, how does an employer encourage the employee to take necessary steps in caring for themselves?

Food is often overlooked when it comes to matters of stress and the mind, but the Mental Health Foundation in the U.K. has some excellent tables on the correlation between mood and food. Link to the site is posted at www.somethingtochewon.ca.

From folic acid found in bok choy, broccoli, avocados and salmon, which may help with symptoms of anxiety, to lentils and sunflower seeds containing vitamin B1, which may assist with poor concentration and attentiveness, the list goes on.

Your brain requires the proper nutrients to function, just like every other organ in your body.

Companies like Google are certainly on board with the understanding that nutrition improves performance by providing their employees with complimentary fresh juices, and wholesome food.

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Sometimes taking care of yourself gets put aside

due to lack of time, but if it’s not made a priority it’s easy to soon see the implications of the neglect you have put on yourself.

Drinking in excess or the consumption of cigarettes or drugs may feel like a good coping mechanism at the time.

But rather than solve any problems, they are actually more likely creating them.

Don’t be afraid to regularly reflect on your own choices and look for ways of improvement in your own life.

Not just to improve your productivity at work, but also to improve your overall enjoyment of your job and your days or nights spent at your place of employment.

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Kristin Fraser, BSc, is a holistic nutritionist and local freelance writer. Her column appears every second Thursday. She can be reached at kristin@somethingtochewon.ca.

Colic, migraine link studied

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS CHICAGO — The distressing nonstop crying in babies with colic is often blamed on tummy trouble, but a new study says the problem could be linked with migraine headaches in at least some infants.

Children and teens treated for migraine headaches at three hospitals in Italy and France were much more likely than other kids to have had colic in infancy.

The link has been suggested in other research, and if it can be proven, it could offer new hope for treating colic, the researchers said.

“Infantile colic causes pain in babies and high levels of stress in parents. Preventive therapies for migraine could therefore be an option in the future,” said study co-author Dr. Luigi Titomanlio, chief of a pediatric migraine clinic

at Robert Debre Hospital in Paris.

More research is needed to prove any link between colic and migraines, and Titomanlio said studies would need to be done before anyone would recommend using migraine treatments for babies’ colic.

The study appeared in Wednesday’s Journal of the American Medical Association.

Among about 200 children and teens who got emergency treatment for migraines in the study, 73 per cent had colic as infants, versus 27 per cent of children in a control group.

That group — 471 kids — got emergency treatment for minor trauma and had no history of recurrent headaches.

An editorial in JAMA calls it important research and says if colic really is an early form of migraines that might explain why digestive treatments typically don’t help colic.

Definitive causes are uncertain for both colic and migraines.

Roughly 20 per cent of U.S. infants have colic — intense crying spells lasting more than three hours a day, at least three days a week, for more than three weeks in an otherwise healthy baby. It usually starts a few weeks after birth.

The symptoms are sometimes blamed on digestive problems including gas but experts say the true cause is unknown.

Migraine headaches are rare in very young children but by middle-school and teen years as many as 10 per cent or more experience them.

The throbbing headaches are thought to be inherited and may be caused by some sort of irritation in nerve cells in the brain interacting with brain blood vessels.

The researchers said it could be that colic is caused

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Janelle Valore plays with her daughter, Alena Valore, five months, who has colic, at their home in Mount Joy, Pa. by similar changes in nerves and blood vessels in the gut.

Janelle Valore of Mount Joy, Pa., said she was intrigued by the results. Her mother, sister and cousins all have migraines and were colicky as babies. Valore was spared both, but her 5-month-old daughter, Alena, just got over a nearly three-month bout

with colic, and now she wonders if the baby will develop migraines later on.

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Thursday, April 18, 2013

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THE NEXT SEVEN DAYS

Friday ● The Ponoka Farmers Market is being held in conjunction with the Ponoka Trades Show in the small hockey rink area on April 19 from 3 to 9 p.m. and April 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For a table or booth, call 403-783-6776. Regular Ponoka Farmers Market’s resume May 1 in the Curling Rink from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. ● Widowed Support Network meeting is held the third Friday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. at New Life Fellowship Church and provides a safe place for men and women who have lost their spouse through death to interact and support each other. Next on April 19. Email to widowedsupportnetwork@gmail.com. ● The Provincial Chapter of the Alberta IODE are holding their annual meeting at the Red Deer Lodge April 19 to 20. This years theme is Cherish the Past, Embrace the Future. Monthly meetings are held at the Sunnybrook United Church. Visit www.iode.ca for more information. ● Central Alberta Theatre presents Neil Simon’s Last of the Red Hot Lovers at Nickel Studio located on the third floor of Red Deer Memorial Centre. Show dates are April 11 to 13, April 18 to 20, and April 25 to 27. Show time is 7:30 p.m. and the lounge opens at 6:30 p.m. Tickets available from Black Knight Inn Ticket Centre or at the door, www.blackknightinn.ca, 403-755-6626. ● Red Deer College Theatre Program present Charles Mee’s romantic comedy Summertime April 17 to 21 in Studio A. Showtime at 7:30 p.m. with a matinee on April 20 at 1 p.m. Contains mature subject matter and coarse language. Tickets available from www.bkticketcentre. ca, or by phone 403-755-6626. ● Cancer Awareness Family Night will be held at Pine Lake Hub Community Centre on April 19 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Sarah Hawkins will be the guest presenter at 7 p.m. Support Kayden’s Krusade. There will be children’s entertainment, door prizes, and light refreshments. To find out more, contact Sandra at 403-886-2767. ● Multiple Sclerosis Society Caring Partners is offering free chair massages for caring partners on April 19 with Alberta Institute of Massage, and an afternoon coffee break. Contact Terri at 403-346-0290 to register and for details. ● Red Deer College Annual Wine Festival will be offered on April 19, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Cenovus Energy Learning Common, Four Centres (east end of main campus, second floor). Enjoy jazz music and a wide variety of locally provided gourmet hors d’oeuvre tastings, and the chance to win prizes including a cooler filled with a selection of wines featured in the festival. Proceeds will support scholarships and alumni programs. Guests can also purchase their favourite selections at an onsite liquor store. Tickets are $50 each and include all tastings and are available at Sunworks, RDC Campus Store, or by telephone at 403-343-4016. ● Encore: Annual Art Sale and Celebration of Creative Expression will be hosted by the City of Lacombe at the Lacombe Memorial Centre on April 19 to 21. The event will showcase the creative talents of over 75 emerging and professional artists from across Alberta including the 2013 feature artist Norma Barsness from Birchcliff, Alta. Art of the Corset Arts Benefit Fashion Show on Friday night will benefit the Lacombe Arts Endowment Fund.

Guests at this event will receive a commemorative wine glass, enjoy artwork, fine wines and hors d’oeuvres and more. Other highlights include Red Deer Lettering Arts Guild event on Saturday in the LMC County Room, a Strawberry Tea hosted by Anna Marias Cafe on Sunday from noon to 2 p.m., live musical performances and much more. See www.heartoflacombe.ca. ● Food Security Information Session will be held at Sunnybrook United Church on April 19 with three speakers from 7 to 9 p.m. Contact Linda at 403-347-6073. ● Art Show Sale at the Gallery on Main — April 19, 20 and 21. Event will be held upstairs. For more information call 403-782-3402. ● Blackfalds United Church upcoming events include the following: Ham, Bean, and Scalloped Potato Supper, April 19 from 5 to 7 p.m. Admission for adults is $10, $5 for children ages six to 12 years, and free for children five years and under.

Includes coffee, tea, juice and dessert. Proceeds to United Church Mission and Service Fund. Drumming Circle will be offered at the church on April 28 at 2 p.m. Cost is $10 and includes a drum. No experience necessary. Contact Karen at dkolfert@ telus.net, or phone 403-885-4151, or see blackfaldsunitedchurch.com or call 403-885-4780 for more information. ● A Red Deer River Watershed Alliance (RDRWA) Wartershed Ambassador Program Breakfast will take place April 19 from 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. at Quality Inn North Hill. Presentation by Larry Wright, Director of Operational Services with the Town of Olds. They hope to raise the profile of the watershed, its stewards and celebrate stewardship achievements throughout the watershed. For more information visit www.rdrwa.ca or call 403-3407379.

Saturday ● Girlz Club! will take place on April 20 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Dawe branch of the Red Deer Public Library. Girls age seven and up can learn fun ways to write poetry and more. For more information call 403-341-3822. ● Ponoka Moose Lodge Old-Time Dance will be held on third Saturday of each month, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. — next on April 20 with Randy Jones and the Reflections. Cost is $12, ($10 for Moose members.) Potluck finger food lunch. Top name bands. See www.AlbertaDanceNews.com, or call Jean or Fred at 403-783-8587 for more information. ● Pottery and Art Sale will take place on April 20 in the foyer of the Red Deer Recreation Swimming Pool. Members of the Red Deer Pottery Club and the Red Deer Art Club will be displaying and selling their artwork. Free admission. Drop in for coffee and to meet the members. Information will be available for those wishing to join. For more information call Jean at 403-346-6248. ● The Great Cloth Diaper Change — Guinness World Record Diaper Changing Challenge — will be held April 20 at 10:30 a.m. on the main stage in the Grand Ballroom of at the Black Knight Inn. Pure and Simple Babies, in conjunction with the Mommy Connections Rock Your Bump Mom and Baby Expo are hosting this event to raise awareness about cloth diapering and break the World Record for the most cloth diapers being changed at one time. Expo hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a free vent for all participants.

Visit www.facebook.com/PureAndSimpleBabies#!/ events/315605261895022/ or email pureandsimplebabies@live.com or call or text Michelle at 403597-2984 or Chantrelle at 403-896-1831. ● Ponoka Senior Drop-In Centre jam sessions are held Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m. Admission is $2 at the door and includes refreshments and snack. For more information phone Linda at 403-783-8461.

● Norwegian Laft Hus is offering a painting class instructed by Karen Westly, April 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the log house with the sod roof in downtown Red Deer. Bring a journal or sketchbook to paint some rosemaling on. Email norwegianlafthus@gmail.com, or phone 403-347-2055 to register. ● Delburne/Ardley Royal Canadian Legion #142 will have a pot luck supper on April 20 at 6 p.m. Members and guests welcome. ● Nature Savvy Saturdays at Kerry Wood Nature Centre are offered from 1 to 4 p.m. each week. Enjoy a nature-themed craft or activity. All ages invited to drop in and for a seasonal natureinspired craft or activity. Phone 403-346-2010. ● Spring Fling 2013 Tradeshow will take place April 20 at Victory Church, 98 Oberlain Ave. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Admission by donation to the Food Bank. Over 20 vendors including Young Living, Pampered Chef, Steeped Tea, Partylite, Scentsy and more. Hourly door prizes. ● Push to Open Nature Society Trail Ride and Open House will take place April 20 at Crimson Lake Day Use Area from 1 to 3 p.m. Two trail riders will be available for use in local provincial parks just in time for the 2013 camping season. For more information call Michelle at 403-845-4080 ext.

115 or visit www.pushtoopen.ca ● Visit the Environmental Services booth at Let’s Talk at Bower Place Shopping Centre on April 20 and you will receive a coupon for $10 off the next-day purchase of a rain barrel at Kerry Wood Nature Centre. For more information visit www.reddeer.ca/healthyyards or call Environmental Services at 403-342-8750.

Sunday ● Rain Barrels are available for purchase at Kerry Wood Nature Centre on April 21 as part of Earth Day. Conserve water, save on your monthly bill, and reduce your environmental footprint. ● Cowboy Church Service will be held on April 21 at 10:15 a.m. at Great Bend Church of Christ, located 13.5 km north of Delburne on Highway 21. Enjoy worship music by Steve and June Potter. Message will be given by Ken Ferguson.

Bring a dish to share at pot blessing lunch. for more information call Bonnie at 403-749-3251. Everyone welcome. ● Gospel concerts at Ponoka Drop-In Centre are held the third Sunday of each month at 7 p.m. Admission is $5 at the door and includes light snack. Next concert is April 21 with the New Song Band. Contact Leo at 403-783-6704. ● Earth Day at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre is on April 21 from noon to 4 p.m. Join in for all things earthy, including rain barrel sale, nature walks, tree-planting, eco-crafts, green building tours, and more. Get to the Nature Centre via people-power and win a prize. Co-presented by the City of Red Deer. Call 403-346-2010 for more information. ● Discovery Sundays are offered at Kerry Wood Nature Centre from 1 to 4 p.m. to learn something new about the natural world around us. Drop in, or phone 403-346-2010 to find out more. ● National Volunteer Week (NVW) takes place April 21 to 27, and Volunteer Canada wants to support organizations in their celebrations and efforts to thank volunteers. For an extensive suite of tools available to support your NVW campaign planning, visit http://volunteer.ca/campaign-kit. Volunteer Canada would love to hear your NVW campaign plans and stories, share them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/VolunteerCanada or Twitter at https://twitter.com/VolunteerCanada ● Ladies Auxiliary of Red Deer Royal Canadian Legion Branch #35 St. Georges Day Tea will be held April 21 at 2 p.m. at the Red Deer Canadian Legion. The cost is $5. Tickets are available at the Legion Reception. ● Young Naturalists Club Explorer Day will be held on April 21. at Red Deer College. The theme is bones. Children up to 10 years of age and their families are invited. Cost is $15 per family per year and includes various materials and involvement in future participation days. Phone 403- 3478200 and leave a message, or e-mail to rd.rn@ hotmail.com (attention Judy). Sponsored by Red Deer River Naturalists.

Monday ● Cover to Cover Book Club will meet at the Dawe Branch of the Red Deer Public Library on April 22 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The theme is Animal Books. For more information call 403-341-3822. ● Red Deer Festival of the Performing Arts will take place April 22 to 26 at the Red Deer College Arts Centre from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. During the Festival Week, the best participants are selected to take part in the Performance Showcase, a special variety show, which is held on May 4 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Living Stones Church. Admission by donation. ● Innisfail and District Garden Club meets the fourth Monday of each month, except for Dec., in St. Mark’s Anglican Church Hall. Please use the back door. Meetings feature speakers, tours, films, contests, plant exchanges and more. Next meeting April 22. Call Davina at 403-598-9481. ● MAGsparks is an inclusive and accessible visual art program for everyone offered on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1 to 3 p.m. until April 26 at Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery. Professional artists are on hand to help with projects. Materials are supplied. There is a drop-in fee of $3. Memberships are available for persons with disabilities. For information or to ask questions, contact Janet at 403-309-8443, janet. cole@reddeer.ca. ● The Golden Circle Singers hold practices on Mondays at 1:30 p.m. If you love to sing, please join them. These singers perform in local nursing homes and lodges and other venues. For more information call Rose at 403-342-4047. ● Alberta School Board Association’s candidate information session will be held April 22 at 7 p.m. at the Sheraton Hotel. This is a free event for those who would like more information about running for your local school board. The election will be held Oct. 21, and nomination day is Sept.

23. For more information visit the ASBA website at www.asba.ca/trustee_election13.asp ● In honour of National Volunteer Week, Menchie’s is rewarding teens for their volunteer efforts by launching its Community Smiles Program in Canada. From April 22 to 26, Menchie’s Canada will give away a free cup of frozen yogurt between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to any teen who presents evidence of their great volunteer work.

Also anyone is eligible to enter the My Menchie’s Creation Contest. For more details visit menchiescanada.wordpress.com.

Tuesday ● Senior Citizens Downtown House dance, Tuesday, April 23 at 7:30 p.m. with live music by

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Catherine Yates, right, and Edie Madden, both members of the Red Deer Pottery Club work some clay in the club’s studio space in the basement of the Recreation Centre this week. This Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m, the Red Deer Pottery Club and the Red Deer Art Club will host their annual Spring Show and Sale in the Foyer of the Recreation Centre. A winters worth of work by artists will be on display and offered for sale at the show.

Swing Kings. The cost is $6. Phone 403-346-4043.

Lunch provided by donations. ● Benalto Train Station is returning to Benalto on April 23. Arrival to be announced. Contact Dave at 403-746-3429, or dyben@telus.net. ● Central Alberta Historical Society Meeting will take place April 24 at 7 p.m. at the Snell Auditorium of the Downtown Red Deer Public Library.

The topic is Nature Study: Red Deer Through 100 Years, with speaker Jim Robertson, Waskasoo Park Naturalist and Director Waskasoo Environmental Education Society. Everyone welcome. For more information call Iris at 403-340-2588. ● Seniors’ skating will be offered at the Red Deer Arena on Tuesdays from 2:30 to 3:30, $3.

Ages 50 years plus. Warm up with a coffee following the skate. Phone 403-347-6883.

Wednesday ● Red Deer Legion Old-Time Dance with Five Plus One is on April 24 at 7 p.m. Cost is $7, or $13.95 with buffet starting at 5 p.m. Phone 403342-0035. ● Red Deer Branch of Alberta Genealogical Society meeting will be held on April 24, 7 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Bower neighbourhood. Contact Mary-Joan at 403-346-3886. ● Living Stones Church seniors monthly luncheon will be offered on April 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. The cost is $8 per person at the door. Guest singers are the Johnson Family. Phone 403-347-7311. ● Stettler Art Group meets every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the C.E. Wing of Stettler United Church. Bring your own supplies and lunch.

New artists welcome. Next meeting is April 24.

Contact Donna Lea at 403-742-5690. ● Ponoka United Church Thrift Shop is open every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come in and shop for your whole family, including your teenagers. Check out our books, videos, puzzles, also the bedding selection. For more information call 403-783-2493 or 403-783-8627. ● Follow the Money: What’s Really Happening with Alberta’s Wealth — A free presentation

by Fair Vote Canada (Red Deer Auction Team), Public Interest Alberta and the Red Deer Public Library — with speaker Kevin Taft — Taking place April 24 at 7 p.m. in the Snell Auditorium of the Red Deer Public Library Downtown. ● Lacombe Rotary Trip to Kenya/Rwanda will happen Oct. 21 through Nov. 8. An informa-

tion session will take place April 24 at 7 p.m. at the Lacombe Memorial Centre, North Country Room.

Visit www.a-better-world.ca or email info@abwcanada.org.

Thursday ● Annual Red Deer Centre Constituency Handicraft Tea and Dessert Event will be held at the Leslieville Hall on April 25 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Come for tea, raffle basket and bake sale. Various crafters displaying articles. The cost is $5. Phone 403-347-0308. ● Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre dance, Thursday, April 25, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the seniors’ centre. Dance to the music of Country Gold North. Admission is $7. Phone 403-347-6165, 403-986-7170, or 403-346-3896. ● City of Lacombe 20-minute make-over held in conjunction with Pitch-In Canada Week will be held on April 25 from 2 to 2:20 p.m. Please register by calling Sandy at 403-782-1267 or sbeauclair@lacombe.ca. ● Red Deer River Naturalists present Grizzlies and our Headwaters — an illustrated talk that explores the links between grizzly bear conservation and the restoration and protection of Alberta’s precious headwaters. This free event takes place on April 25 at 7:30 p.m. at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre. ● Red Deer Art Club has ongoing painting sessions every Thursday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre. Everyone is welcome. These sessions are free time and offer opportunity to meet artists in the community.

For more information call Elise at 403-346-5645 or Lucille at 403-309-2130. ● After School Club invites teens and tweens to come to the Dawe Branch of Red Deer Public Library for games, crafts, movies, music and more after school every Thursday at 3:30 p.m. Program length will vary by activity. Phone 403-341-3822. ● Moose Lodge Garage Sale will take place Thursday, April 25 from 5 to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday April 26 and 27 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday, April 28 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the lodge located at Willow Street and Petrolia Dr., four blocks south of the Westerner Grounds. Donations of clean, good condition items are welcome, and pick up is available by calling 403-347-1505. Drop off is available starting on Wednesday, April 24 in the morning. Goods not sold at the end of the sale will be donated to charity, unless donor makes other arrangements.

REGISTRATIONS LOCAL EVENTS AND ORGANIZATIONS ● Wildrose Harmonizers Spring Show — Celebrate Harmony — will be a tribute to Red Deer’s Centennial and the Barbershop Harmony Society’s 75 Anniversary. It will take place on April 26, 7 p.m. at Living Stones Church. There will performances by the Wildrose Harmonizers Chorus, and special guest performances by The Executives and Cornerstone — both barbershop quartets, Hearts of Harmony (Sweet Adeline Chorus), and Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High School CHS Chamber Choir. Tickets are $20 and are available from David at 403-342-1318, Rob at 403-782-3744, or Ron at 403-789-6489, or at the door. For more information visit www.harmonizers.ca ● Blackfalds Fun Run and Walk is taking place May 11 at the Blackfalds Community Hall.

Registration is from 9 to 9:30 a.m., warm up is at 9:45 a.m. and start time is 10 a.m. sharp. Pancake breakfast to follow. Join in for a three km, five km, or ten km route. Registration fee is $10 for school age and 55 years plus; $20 for adults over 18; $50 for a family, 2 adults, 2 school age, with each additional child being $5. Cash or cheque payable to Blackfalds Youth Optimist Club accepted. Please pre-register. Forms and fees can be returned to Blackfalds School office or Tamara Read, Box 1626, Blackfalds, AB T0M 0J0. For more information call 403-885-4304. ● The Town and Country Dance Club will host their 6th Festival of Music and Dance on June 1 at Spruce View Community Hall. Featuring The Reflections and The Diamonds Band. Doors open at noon, dancing from 1 to 11 p.m. Beef dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. Free camping. Tickets are $35 per person. For advance tickets call Doug or Doris at 403-782-3333 or Cliff or Joan at 403-342-4317 or email doug140@airenet.com. ● Paul Brandt will stop in Red Deer on May 22 at CrossRoads Church for his Just As I Am Canadian Tour. Showcasing a collection of well-known gospel songs. For more information visit www.paulbrandt.com. For ticket information can outlets visit www.uniteproductions.com ● Freedom Run in support of Afghanistan Schools will take place April 28 at 10 a.m. Starting and finishing at Canadian University College in Lacombe. Runners can register for a two km, five km, or 10 km run to benefit A Better World’s 100 Classroom Project. Runners can register online and obtain pledge sheets through the Running Room website or at the A Better World Office in Lacombe, #103, 5033 52 Street. Race day registration for the

two km walk/run only will be available. Contact Azalea for more information at alehndorff@abwcanada. org or 403-872-7789. ● Parkland Regional Library in Lacombe has partnered with the Central Alberta Chapter of Trout Unlimited Canada to develop a new travelling book display, which has begun touring libraries across Central Alberta. Library patrons in Lacombe will be able to borrow from a selection of 11 new books and two DVDs on topics of river and ocean ecology, with a special focus on fish and insects. For more information call 403-782-3850 or email mbratland@prl.ab.ca. Visit www.prl.ab.ca and www.tucanada.org/index.asp?p=1982 ● Bull Skit improv and sketch comedy runs April 26 and 27 at 8 p.m. at the Scott Block. Tickets are $23 for adults and $18 for students and seniors, and are available in advance at Sunworks or by calling 403-341-3455 and online at Eventbrite.com. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. Cash bar. Please note that Bull Skit contains mature language and adult themes. Visit www.BullSkitComedy.com ● Scripts at Work will close their ninth season with Brave New Plays — public readings of new work by local playwrites mentored through SAW. Event will be held in Studio C at the Red Deer College Arts Centre on April 27 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door. For more information email info@scriptsatwork.com. ● Central Alberta Theatre (CAT) will be hosting auditions for casting adult one act plays on April 22 and 23 from 7 to 9 p.m. at CAT Studios. Auditions are for the One Act Play Festival (Anything Goes) that runs June 13 through 22 on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. Experience is not necessary. Please write to cforhan@shaw.ca or phone 403-346-1514 for more information or to book an audition. ● National Volunteer Week runs April 21 to 27. Volunteer Red Deer will hold a kick-off BBQ at Cool Beans Coffee on April 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. RSVP not needed, but appreciated. Mayor Flewwelling will be in attendance at 12:30 p.m. for the proclamation. If you are interested in joining Volunteer Red Deer at Parkland Mall, please fill out the form or email Danielle. Volunteer Red Deer will be set up from April 22 to 26 all day.

Listings open to cultural/non-profit groups. Fax: 341-6560; phone: 314-4325; e-mail: editorial@reddeeradvocate.com by noon Thursday for insertion following Thursday.

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Caribous finish in first CARIBOUS EARN BYE TO SEMIS AFTER COME-FROM-BEHIND WIN OVER EAGLES ADAM LOWRY

ALLAN CUP

LOWRY AWARDED

BY DANNY RODE ADVOCATE STAFF

Swift Current Broncos forward and captain Adam Lowry is the beast of the east.

The Western Hockey League announced Wednesday that Lowry, who this week signed an entry-level contract with the Winnipeg Jets, is the Eastern Conference finalist for the league’s player of the year award for the 2012-13 season.

Lowry appeared in all 72 games with the Broncos, scoring a team-leading 45 goals and adding 43 assists for 88 points. He also racked up 102 minutes in penalties and had a plus-18 rating. The two finalists for the WHL award are determined through voting by general managers, coaches, broadcast and media representatives of all member clubs.

Red Deer Rebels netminder Patrik Bartosak was in the running for player of the year honours and is the Eastern Conference finalist for goaltender of the year. The WHL Western Conference finalist for the player of the year will be announced today. The recipients of all WHL individual awards will be announced at the league’s awards luncheon May 1 in Calgary . . . Meanwhile, Rebels forward Turner Elson and defenceman Mathew Dumba have joined teams in the American Hockey League. Elson, who has graduated from the junior ranks, will make his season debut with the Abbotsford Heat Friday against the host Oklahoma City Barons, while Dumba, 18, could be in the Houston Aeros lineup for a Friday date versus the host Texas Stars.

Caribous 3 Eagles 2 When Clarenville Caribous defenceman David Victor slammed Stony Plain Eagles forward Justin Cox into the boards midway through the second period of the Allan Cup round-robin contest at the Arena Wednesday, it was a play that could well have spelled the end of the Caribous chances of taking first place in their division.

The Eagles already held a 2-0 lead and with Victor being assessed a five-minute major and a game misconduct for boarding all the momentum appeared to be on the Eagles side. Cox was injured on the play and they even brought the stretcher out before he regrouped and skated off. He later took a regular shift.

On the hit the boards broke to the right of the Clarenville net on the south end and had to be replaced forcing a delay of an hour.

By the time the teams got back on the ice to play the final 9:18 of the period the Caribous were a different team.

They allowed only three shots during the power play, and 13 seconds after it was over Ryan Desrosiers beat Eagles netminder Wade Waters to

make it 2-1.

“During that break we got a chance to sit down and change our plan,” said Caribous head coach Ivan Hapgood, who had to give his penalty killers credit. Much like he gave the power play credit when they scored five times on a five-minute power play during a 9-3 win over the Fort St. John Flyers Tuesday.

“All special teams are important in a tournament like this,” he said. “We rolled straight through (the major) with eight guys and then later killed off another minor penalty. And in between we ended up getting a goal.

“I can’t say what was wrong the first half of the game . . . I just don’t know, but then give the other team credit as well.

They came at us real, real hard. They work hard and any time you play a team that works that hard they’re tough to play against.”

Eagles head coach Mike Thompson agreed with Hapgood.

“The first period and a half we were excellent, but that break killed us, it absolutely took all our momentum away and it swung the other way.

Then we had no traction in the third.

“In the first two periods, five-on-five we were good, giving up only 11 shots and five or six of those came when

Photo by JEFF STOKOE/Advocate staff

Clarenville Caribous Blake Gallagher, left, and Ryan Desrosiers celebrate a second-period goal against the Stony Plain Eagles at the Allan Cup in Red Deer on Wednesday afternoon. they had a two-man advantage. But during the break they got energized and started to generate some chances. As well we had seven minutes of power play in the final 9:18 of the second period and couldn’t get one goal. We needed one goal for sure. All that was the turning point in the game.”

The Eagles held a 128 edge in shots in the first period and took a 1-0 lead with a power play goal at 3:41 when

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gles within sight of first place in the three-team pool. If they won 3-0, or even 4-1 they would have won the three-team tie-breaker. However, that’s when everything changed.

“We knew that the magic number was three, but we didn’t discuss it at all,” said Hapgood.

“There was no need. We wanted to go out and win plus if we stayed close we knew we were safe.”

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Schwabe leads Redwings over Thistles

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● Senior AAA hockey: Allan Cup tournament at Red Deer Arena — Quarter-final games at 4 and 8 p.m. ● Men’s ball hockey: Hammerhead Oilfield vs. Crystal Wellsite, 7 p.m.; Braves vs.

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Joel Andresen’s weak unscreened shot from the left point trickled between Jason Churchill’s legs.

“It must have hit something,” said Hapgood. “He said he seen it all the way and just couldn’t pinch his pads together.”

The second Stony Plain marker came at 8:09 of the second period when Tate Locke’s pass went in off a Caribou defenceman’s skate.

The goal put the Ea-

Rosetown Redwing, JJ Hunter tries to shovel a backhand shot past Kenora Thistle Mike Garrow during second period Allan Cup action Wednesday night.

BY GREG MEACHEM ADVOCATE SPORTS EDITOR Redwings 8 Thistles 0 The Rosetown Redwings took flight Wednesday at the Red Deer Arena, then mowed down the Kenora Thistles at the Allan Cup. Led by Evan Schwabe’s three-goal performance, the Redwings rolled to a convincing 8-0 victory before roughly 1,300

fans. Despite being outshot 3022, the Saskatchewan/Manitoba champions were in control of the contest after scoring a pair of goals 40 seconds apart midway through the first period.

“We played well and it was important that we got our offence back clicking,” said Redwings head coach Keegan McAvoy. “We were stuck in a bit of a chess match with Bentley in our first game (a 2-0 loss to the

host Generals Monday) but we got our offence cycling again tonight.”

The Redwings opened the scoring when Shane Endicott looked off on a three-on-one break and picked the top corner behind Thistles starting netminder Ryan Person nine minutes into the game. Just 40 seconds later, Mark Hinz chipped home his own rebound and Rosetown took a 2-0 lead into the first intermission.

Rosetown added two more goals late in the middle frame, courtesy of JJ Hunter (power play) and Schwabe and closed out the scoring with four in the final frame.

“We definitely have some depth up front and the guys have executed the game plan both games,” said McAvoy.

“I actually didn’t think we played too badly in the first game, but now we’re going into the playoffs and it’s important that everyone peaks at the right time.”

The Redwings, 1-1, finished second in their three-team pool — behind 2-0 Bentley and ahead of 0-2 Kenora — and will face the 0-2 Stony Plain Eagles in a quarter-final tonight at 8 p.m.

The 1-1 Fort St. John Flyers will take on the Thistles in the first quarter-final at 4 p.m.

The winners will meet the Newfoundland champion Clar-

enville Caribous, 2-0, and the Generals in Friday’s semifinals at 4 and 8 p.m. The championship game, to be televised by TSN, is set for 5:30 p.m. Saturday.

“It’s a great tournament, a real grind with some good teams here,” said McAvoy. “Tomorrow we’re going to have a big test, we have Stony Plain and they work their can off. We look forward to that match-up and we’re going to be ready tomorrow night.”

With the Wednesday evening contest pretty much decided after 40 minutes, the Redwings added insult to injury by firing four goals in the third period.

Schwabe connected at 5:14 with Kenora’s Kyle Turgeon serving a roughing infraction and Jason Wager notched his first of the tournament just over three minutes later. From there, Schwabe completed his hat trick at 14:47 and Dean Beuker scored at 15:24.

“We hadn’t played for three weeks prior to the tournament, so it took awhile to get the offence rolling,” said Redwings defenceman and former Red Deer Rebel Derek Endicott.

Redwings netminder David Spooner stopped all 30 shots he faced, while Person and Tyler Gordon combined to make 14 saves for the Thistles. gmeachem@reddeeradvocate.

A bow of appreciation to the new kid in town Might as well enjoy the Munenori Kawa- awaiting with an appreciative Japanesesaki era for as long as it lasts. style bow at home plate.

Which may not be long. But it should be Perhaps that should be the approach of fun.

Jose Bautista the next time he gets a pitch The Blue Jays, word on the street says, call he doesn’t appreciate. are looking for a better replacement for the Kawasaki tripled off Chicago starter injured Joses Reyes at shortstop.

Gavin Floyd in the fourth, beneKawasaki, at 31, probably isn’t a fitting from a missed cutoff man short- or long-term solution for by the visitors, and scored what anything based on his career so turned out to be the winning run far. on Emilio Bonifacio’s sac fly.

But he’s sure interesting to He and Izturis turned a douwatch. His new teammates seem ble play in a game that, given to be getting a kick out of the the erratic nature of the Jays fidgety, unbridled joy with which season to date, might have been he approaches the game based the cleanest and most balanced on the pictures that filtered out team performance of the season of Rogers Centre on Monday thus far. night after a 4-3 win over the Kawasaki, who spent the bulk White Sox. of his career in the Japanese DAMIEN There are the constant deep leagues before joining Seattle COX knee bends, whether at bat or in a year ago, is no Reyes. But he the field, and an overall imprescan sure run the bases and likes sion this is a fellow who abides to steal a few, seems to be more by the dance-like-nobody’sthan capable in the field and has watching school of life. Someover a few days been a band-aid times he’ll just lie on the field to get the over the wound left by the injury to Reyes. necessary stretch.

He is the fourth Japanese player to wear When Maicer Izturis hit a home run a Blue Jay uniform, and if GM Alex Anthoagainst the Pale Hose, there was Kawasaki poulos can find a better shortstop, Kawa-

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saki will be a Buffalo Bison again soon.

But on a team that was clearly pressing, he seems to have been somewhat of a ray of sunshine. This team was greeted by great expectations, but he sure wasn’t.

His acquistion in mid-March was hardly heralded, what with all the springtime commentary over the health of Brett Lawrie and pitching problems of Ricky Romero.

When he was called up from the minors last week it was treated almost like an accounting memo, not really a significant player move by an organization facing a lineup problem.

And maybe that was exactly the way it should have been treated. Three games and seven ABs do not a Reyes replacement.

But Kawasaki is here, and based on his apparent interaction with his new teammates, he’s not behaving as though he doesn’t belong. The Reyes smile isn’t in the active lineup for now, and Kawasaki’s upbeat demeanor may be able to fill that part of the void.

Improved starting pitching in recent days has started to settle the Jays.

But maybe a little injection of energy from a player who wasn’t supposed to be part of this season’s narrative has also been a soothing balm.

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Flames take advantage of mistakes to down Red Wings

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS Flames 3 Red Wings 2 CALGARY — Steve Begin scored a pair of strange goals in the third period to lead the Calgary Flames to a 3-2 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday.

Begin took advantage of a pair of blunders by Detroit goalie Jimmy Howard to score his third and fourth goals of the season.

Lee Stempniak also scored for the Flames (17-224), who won all three games they played against the Red Wings this season.

Gustav Nyquist and Johan Franzen scored for the Red Wings (20-16-7), who had gone 2-1-2 in their previous five games.

Miikka Kiprusoff stopped 36-of-38 shots he faced in the Calgary net to record his first win since he making 36 saves in a 3-2 win at home to St. Louis on March 24. Joey MacDonald had started the previous

three games in net for the Flames.

Howard, who the Red Wings signed to a US$31.8million, six-year contract on Tuesday, made 14 saves in a losing cause. Early in the third period, Howard played the puck behind his net and attempted to pass it off to defenceman Jonathan Ericsson. Begin noticed that the puck instead got tied up in Howard’s feet and he alertly poked it off the Detroit goalie’s right skate and into the net. Later in the final frame, with Calgary defenceman Dennis Wideman in the penalty box for cross-checking, Howard mishandled the puck while again trying to play it behind his net.

Begin was once again the beneficiary as he picked up the loose puck and deposited it into the empty net to give Calgary a 3-1 lead.

Franzen pulled the Wings to within a goal with an unlikely goal of his own at 17:18 of the third. Franzen backhanded the puck into the Calgary zone from centre ice and it took a odd bounce right through Kiprusoff’s legs.

The veteran Calgary goalie then made a great

glove save with 16.6 seconds left in the game to stop a shot off the stick of Detroit defenceman Jakub Kindl and preserve the victory.

Howard had to be sharp in the early going and he stood his ground to turn aside a pair of shots fired his way by Calgary forward Matt Stajan. It took the Red Wings until just after the five-minute mark for Valteri Filppula to record Detroit’s first shot on net, which Kiprusoff easily turned aside. The Finnish goalie then stopped quality shots by Damian Brunner and Henrik Zetterberg before making a great save with his left pad to deny a scoring attempt by Joakim Andersson.

The Flames opened the scoring at 13:28 of the first when Stempniak swatted a rebound past Howard.

Calgary defenceman Cory Sarich took the initial shot on goal, but the puck bounced right to Stempniak, who was driving hard to the net.

Calgary outshot Detroit 10-8 in the first period before the Red Wings turned the tables and outshot the Flames 11-2 in the second.

Blue Jays at a loss for excuses after being stomped by White Sox

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS White Sox 7 Blue Jays 0 TORONTO — Yet another loss by the Toronto Blue Jays has their manager disappointed and at a loss for excuses.

The Blue Jays dropped nine of their first 15 games after losing 7-0 Wednesday to the Chicago White Sox, a result that manager John Gibbons found disheartening.

“We haven’t really put it together yet, it’s frustrating,” said Gibbons. “The guys are trying. It’s one of those things, you’ve just go to fight through it. You can’t say it’s early anymore, really.”

Catcher Tyler Flowers hit a three-run home run in the second inning and Jose Quintana pitched 6 2-3 innings to earn his first win of the season as the White Sox (78) won their second in a row over the Blue Jays (6-9) after winning the opener of the four-game series Monday.

Toronto left-hander J.A. Happ (2-1) allowed six hits, including two home runs, and five runs in 5 2-3 innings to take his first loss in three starts and end a string of four consecutive quality starts by the Blue Jays in front of a crowd of 15,684 at Rogers Centre.

Injuries have been a problem for the Blue Jays who will try for a series split Thursday.

They played their third game in a row without right-fielder Jose Bautista, who has a sore back and is listed as day-to-day.

Shortstop Jose Reyes is out for about three months with a severely sprained ankle.

“They’re two of our top players,” Gibbons said. “Reyes has been gone a while but (Munenori) Kawasaki (who had two hits on Wednesday) has done a heck of a job taking his place, he really has. And Jose anchors the middle of the lineup and with him missing that’s a big bat.”

Former Blue Jay Alex Rios also homered as Quintana (1-0) held Toronto to five hits and two walks while striking out seven

in his third start of the season.

“Tonight they just basically kicked our ass all the way around,” Gibbons said. “(Quintana) was really good. We were chasing that ball up, a lot of popups. They came right at Happ and the big blow was that home run early. We were never in it. We were overmatched tonight both sides.”

Chicago took a 3-0 lead with two out in the second when Flowers hit his third homer of the season on a 2-1 fastball that he drove to right centre. It followed a two-out double by Dayan Viciedo and a walk to Alexei Ramirez.

“The offence was great, Tyler (Flowers) coming through like that, I think it was big for him,” White Sox manager Robin Ventura said. “When you hit a home run like that, that’s a big relief because you know you’re helping out.”

Happ said he felt good during his outing, but that his pitch to Flowers just hung over too much of the plate.

“I felt I was making pitches, making several in a row and they’d make you pay. So it’s frustrating in that sense to put us down early. It’s tough as you saw,” he said.

“Obviously those guys (Bautista and Reyes) are a huge part of our lineup. It changes our lineup quite a bit. But I wasn’t thinking about it. I was trying to go out and execute. It just wasn’t happening.”

The White Sox went ahead 4-0 in the fourth on doubles by Paul Konerko and Ramirez.

Konerko extended his hit streak to nine games with a leadoff double to right. Davis had his glove on the ball but could not hold it as he ran into the wall.

Happ struck out Adam Dunn and Viciedo before Ramirez drove a double to left centre.

The Blue Jays had another threat when Kawasaki walked with two out in the fifth after fouling off five pitches with a 3-2 count and took third on a double by Davis. But Cabrera grounded out to end the inning.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher J.A. Happ looks down while playing against the Chicago White Sox during sixth inning baseball action in Toronto on Wednesday.

Rios led off the sixth with his fifth homer of the season, hitting a 1-1 slider against the facing of the second deck in left centre.

Viciedo’s two-out single chased Happ and brought in right-hander Ramon Ortiz.

Ortiz ended the sixth but gave up two runs in the seventh. Flowers, Tyler Greene and Alejandro De Aza singled and Jeff Keppinger hit a sacrifice fly. Rios walked to reload the bases and Konerko hit a sacrifice fly.

NOTES: Toronto right-hander R.A. Dickey (1-2, 5.82 earned-run average) will try for his second win in a row Thursday in the finale of the four-game series when he faces left-hander Chris Sale (1-1, 5.21 ERA).

The Caribous tied the game at 7:46 of the third period when Steve Yetman one-timed a loose puck in the slot and went ahead at 10:39 when Brad Cann beat Waters from the right faceoff circle on a scramble during the draw.

The Caribous held a 17-5 edge in shots in the third period but Stony Plain finished with a 3128 edge.

The win gave Clarenville first place in the division and a bye into Friday’s semifinals, along with the Bentley Generals, who won the other division. Stony Plain will face the Rosetown Redwings tonight at 8 p.m. in quarter-final play.

“It’s a grind now,” said Thompson. “But we have to take it one elimination game at a time. Game 1 is tomorrow (today) and if we don’t win we’re going home. So we worry about it, then worry about the next day.” ● The other quarterfinal at 4 p.m. sees Fort St. John facing Kenora . . . Bentley goes into the semifinals as the top seed with Clarenville second . . . The final is set for 5:30 p.m. Saturday. drode@reddeeradvocate.com

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EASTERN CONFERENCE Edmonton (1) vs. Calgary (3) Thursday’s game Calgary at Edmonton, 7 p.m.

Friday’s game Calgary at Edmonton, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Apr. 23 Edmonton at Calgary, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Apr. 24 Edmonton at Calgary, 7 p.m.

Friday, Apr. 26 x-Calgary at Edmonton, 7 p.m.

Sunday, Apr. 28 x-Edmonton at Calgary, 4 p.m.

Tuesday, Apr. 30 x-Calgary at Edmonton, 7 p.m.

WESTERN CONFERENCE Portland (1) vs. Kamloops (3) Friday’s game Kamloops at Portland, 8 p.m. (Memorial Coliseum) Saturday, Apr. 20 Kamloops at Portland, 8 p.m. (Memorial Coliseum) Tuesday, Apr. 23 Portland at Kamloops, 8 p.m.

Wednesday, Apr. 24 Portland at Kamloops, 8 p.m.

Friday, Apr. 26 x-Kamloops at Portland, 8 p.m.

Sunday, Apr. 28 x-Portland at Kamloops, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Apr. 30 x-Kamloops at Portland, 8 p.m. x — If necessary.

National Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE GP W L OT Pts y-Pittsburgh 43 33 10 0 66 x-Boston 42 26 11 5 57 d-Washington 43 24 17 2 50 x-Montreal 43 26 12 5 57 Toronto 43 24 14 5 53 Ottawa 42 22 14 6 50 N.Y. Islanders 43 22 16 5 49 N.Y. Rangers 42 21 17 4 46 Winnipeg 43 22 19 2 46 Buffalo 44 19 19 6 44

GF 147 118 134 135 131 104 124 102 113 114

GA 106 94 119 113 118 91 124 100 126 130

43 42 43 42 42

19 15 17 17 13

21 17 22 23 23

3 10 4 2 6

41 40 38 36 32

119 96 136 109 101

131 115 135 134 147

WESTERN CONFERENCE GP W L OT Pts GF GA z-Chicago 42 33 5 4 70 139 87 x-Anaheim 43 27 10 6 60 127 108 d-Vancouver 43 24 12 7 55 118 104 Los Angeles 43 24 14 5 53 122 107 San Jose 43 23 13 7 53 109 104 Minnesota 43 24 16 3 51 114 109 St. Louis 42 24 16 2 50 112 105 Columbus 44 21 16 7 49 109 112 Detroit 43 20 16 7 47 108 110 Dallas 42 21 18 3 45 118 126 Phoenix 42 18 17 7 43 110 114 Edmonton 42 16 19 7 39 106 120 Calgary 43 17 22 4 38 116 147 Nashville 44 15 21 8 38 100 123 Colorado 43 14 22 7 35 103 135 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. d-division leader x-clinched playoff spot y-clinched division z-clinched conference Tuesday’s Games Winnipeg 4, Tampa Bay 3, SO St. Louis 2, Vancouver 1, SO San Jose 3, Los Angeles 2, SO N.Y. Islanders 5, Florida 2 Washington 5, Toronto 1 Ottawa 3, Carolina 2 Philadelphia 4, N.Y. Rangers 2 Minnesota 5, Edmonton 3 Wednesday’s Games Buffalo 3, Boston 2, SO Pittsburgh 6, Montreal 4 Calgary 3, Detroit 2 Columbus 3, Anaheim 2, OT

Columbus at Los Angeles, 8:30 p.m.

Minnesota at San Jose, 8:30 p.m.

Friday’s Games Pittsburgh at Boston, 5 p.m.

N.Y. Rangers at Buffalo, 5 p.m.

Dallas at St. Louis, 6 p.m.

Nashville at Chicago, 6:30 p.m.

Edmonton at Colorado, 7 p.m.

Anaheim at Calgary, 7 p.m.

Wednesday’s summary Flames 3 Red Wings 2 First Period 1. Calgary, Stempniak 9 (Sarich, Baertschi) 13:28 Penalties — none.

Second Period 2. Detroit, Nyquist 3 (Andersson, Cleary) 12:31 Penalties — Cleary Det (hooking) 1:20, Giordano Cal (tripping) 2:19, Stajan Cal (tripping) 9:19.

Third Period 3. Calgary, Begin 3 2:28 4. Calgary, Begin 4 (Horak) 12:53 (sh) 5. Detroit, Franzen 10 (Quincey, Smith) 17:18 Penalties — Calgary bench (too many men, served

by Baertschi) 6:54, Wideman Cal (cross-checking) 12:03, Glencross Cal (hooking) 19:30.

Shots on goal Detroit 8 11 19 — 38 Calgary 10 2 5 — 17 Goal — Detroit: Howard (L, 17-13-6); Calgary: Kiprusoff (W, 7-13-2).

Power plays (goals-chances) — Detroit: 0-5; Calgary: 0-1.

Attendance — 19,289 at Calgary.

Allan Cup standings Division One Team GP Clarenville Caribous 2 Fort St John Flyers 2 Stony Plain Eagles 2

Thursday’s Games N.Y. Islanders at Toronto, 5 p.m.

Florida at N.Y. Rangers, 5 p.m.

Tampa Bay at Montreal, 5:30 p.m.

Washington at Ottawa, 5:30 p.m.

New Jersey at Philadelphia, 5:30 p.m.

Carolina at Winnipeg, 6 p.m.

Phoenix at St. Louis, 6 p.m.

Vancouver at Dallas, 6:30 p.m.

W 2 1 0

L PTS GF 0 4 12 1 2 6 2 0 4

GA 5 11 6

W 2 1 0

L PTS GF 0 4 7 1 2 8 2 0 2

GA 2 2 13

Division Two Team GP Bentley Generals 2 Rosetown RedWings 2 Kenora Thistles 2

Baseball Boston New York Baltimore Toronto Tampa Bay

American League East Division W L Pct 10 4 .714 8 5 .615 7 7 .500 6 9 .400 5 9 .357

Detroit Kansas City Chicago Minnesota Cleveland

Central Division W L Pct 8 5 .615 8 6 .571 7 8 .467 6 7 .462 5 8 .385

Oakland Texas Seattle Los Angeles Houston

West Division W L 12 4 9 5 6 9 4 10 4 11

Pct .750 .643 .400 .286 .267

GB — 1 1/2 3 4 1/2 5 GB — 1/2 2 2 3 GB — 2 5 1/2 7 7 1/2

Tuesday’s Games N.Y. Yankees 4, Arizona 2 Boston 7, Cleveland 2 Baltimore 5, Tampa Bay 4 Chicago White Sox 4, Toronto 3 Atlanta 6, Kansas City 3 Texas 4, Chicago Cubs 2 Minnesota 8, L.A. Angels 6 Oakland 4, Houston 3 Detroit 6, Seattle 2

1-1), 5:05 p.m.

Chicago White Sox (Sale 1-1) at Toronto (Dickey 1-2), 5:07 p.m.

Friday’s Games L.A. Dodgers at Baltimore, 5:05 p.m.

N.Y. Yankees at Toronto, 5:07 p.m.

Kansas City at Boston, 5:10 p.m.

Oakland at Tampa Bay, 5:10 p.m.

Seattle at Texas, 6:05 p.m.

Cleveland at Houston, 6:10 p.m.

Minnesota at Chicago White Sox, 6:10 p.m.

Detroit at L.A. Angels, 8:05 p.m.

Atlanta Washington New York Philadelphia Miami

National League East Division W L Pct 12 2 .857 9 6 .600 7 6 .538 6 9 .400 3 12 .200

St. Louis Cincinnati Pittsburgh Milwaukee Chicago

Central Division W L Pct 8 6 .571 8 7 .533 7 7 .500 5 8 .385 4 9 .308

Colorado San Francisco Arizona Los Angeles San Diego

Wednesday’s Games Kansas City 1, Atlanta 0 Oakland 7, Houston 5 N.Y. Yankees 4, Arizona 3 Boston 6, Cleveland 3 Tampa Bay 6, Baltimore 2 Chicago White Sox 7, Toronto 0 Texas at Chicago, ppd., rain L.A. Angels at Minnesota, ppd., rain Detroit at Seattle, Late Thursday’s Games Texas (Ogando 2-0) at Chicago Cubs (Villanueva 0-0), 12:20 p.m.

Detroit (Verlander 2-1) at Seattle (Iwakuma 2-0), 1:40 p.m.

Arizona (Corbin 2-0) at N.Y. Yankees (P.Hughes 0-2), 5:05 p.m.

Boston (Lester 2-0) at Cleveland (McAllister 1-1), 5:05 p.m.

Tampa Bay (Price 0-1) at Baltimore (Mig.Gonzalez

West Division W L 10 4 9 6 8 6 7 7 4 10

Pct .714 .600 .571 .500 .286

GB — 3 4 6 9

1/2 1/2 1/2 1/2

GB — 1/2 1 2 1/2 3 1/2 GB — 1 1/2 2 3 6

Tuesday’s Games Colorado 8, N.Y. Mets 4, 1st game N.Y. Yankees 4, Arizona 2 St. Louis at Pittsburgh, ppd., rain Atlanta 6, Kansas City 3 Philadelphia at Cincinnati, susp.

Miami 8, Washington 2 Texas 4, Chicago Cubs 2 Milwaukee 10, San Francisco 8 Colorado 9, N.Y. Mets 8, 10 innings, 2nd game San Diego 9, L.A. Dodgers 2 Wednesday’s Games Kansas City 1, Atlanta 0 Cincinnati 1, Philadelphia 0, comp. of susp. game N.Y. Yankees 4, Arizona 3 Pittsburgh 5, St. Louis 0 Cincinnati 11, Philadelphia 2

Washington 6, Miami 1 Texas at Chicago, ppd., rain Milwaukee 4, San Francisco 3 N.Y. Mets at Colorado, ppd., snow San Diego at L.A. Dodgers, Late Thursday’s Games San Francisco (M.Cain 0-1) at Milwaukee (Gallardo 0-1), 11:10 a.m.

Texas (Ogando 2-0) at Chicago Cubs (Villanueva 0-0), 12:20 p.m.

N.Y. Mets (Niese 2-0) at Colorado (Garland 1-0), 1:10 p.m.

Arizona (Corbin 2-0) at N.Y. Yankees (P.Hughes 0-2), 5:05 p.m.

Atlanta (Teheran 0-0) at Pittsburgh (Locke 1-1), 5:05 p.m.

St. Louis (Wainwright 2-1) at Philadelphia (Hamels 0-2), 5:05 p.m.

Miami (Fernandez 0-0) at Cincinnati (Cingrani 0-0), 5:10 p.m.

Friday’s Games Atlanta at Pittsburgh, 5:05 p.m.

L.A. Dodgers at Baltimore, 5:05 p.m.

St. Louis at Philadelphia, 5:05 p.m.

Miami at Cincinnati, 5:10 p.m.

Washington at N.Y. Mets, 5:10 p.m.

Chicago Cubs at Milwaukee, 6:10 p.m.

Arizona at Colorado, 6:40 p.m.

San Diego at San Francisco, 8:15 p.m.

Wednesday’s Major League Linescores AMERICAN LEAGUE Chicago 030 101 200 — 7 11 0 Toronto 000 000 000 — 0 6 0 Quintana, Crain (7), Veal (9) and Flowers; Happ, R.Ortiz (6) and Arencibia. W—Quintana 1-0. L— Happ 2-1. HRs—Chicago, Flowers (3), Rios (5).

Houston 100 000 301 — 5 11 1 Oakland 600 100 00x — 7 11 0 B.Norris, X.Cedeno (1), W.Wright (4), Ambriz (6), Veras (8) and J.Castro; Colon, Resop (7), Cook (7), Balfour (9) and D.Norris, Jaso. W—Colon 2-0. L—B. Norris 2-2. Sv—Balfour (3). HRs—Houston, C.Pena (2), Ankiel (3).

Boston 300 011 010 — 6 15 0 Cleveland 000 003 000 — 3 7 1 Aceves, Tazawa (6), Uehara (8), A.Bailey (9) and Saltalamacchia; Masterson, Kluber (6), R.Hill (7), J.Smith (8), Pestano (9) and C.Santana. W—Aceves 1-0. L—Masterson 3-1. Sv—A.Bailey (1). HRs— Cleveland, Swisher (2), Giambi (1).

Armitage close to locking up playoff spot at world senior curling championships

BY AL CAMERON SPECIAL TO THE ADVOCATE Rob Armitage’s Canadian men’s team is on the verge of nailing down a playoff spot at the 2013 World Seniors Curling Championships in Fredericton, N.B. Armitage and his team from Red Deer — that includes third Keith Glover, second Randy Ponich, lead Wilf Edgar, alternate Lyle Treiber and coach Bill Tschirhart — racked up their sixth straight victory on Wednesday night at the Grant-Harvey centre, doubling Denmark’s Bent Juul Kristoffersen 6-3.

With the victory, Canada improved to 6-0, good enough for second place in its 10-team round-robin pool, behind only the 8-0 Sweden squad skipped by Karl Nordlund.

The two unbeaten teams will go head to head on Thursday at 9 a.m. It will be Sweden’s final round-robin game, so a Swedish victory would lock up first place and last-rock advantage in Saturday’s 5 a.m. semifinals against the second-place team from the other pool (the firstplace team in the other pool plays the secondplace finisher in Canada’s pool).

Canada, meanwhile, has two round-robin games remaining on Friday, against Wim Neeleman of the Netherlands (3-4) at 5:30 a.m. and Gert Messing of the United States (2-4) at 12:30 p.m.

A victory in any of Canada’s three remaining games would lock up a playoff spot.

“I would rather be in first place,” said Edgar. “I don’t want to go in the playoffs in second place. Let’s keep the momentum and don’t give anybody a chance. Keep winning, don’t let them get any rocks in play, and next time you play them,

probably they remember that.”

Wednesday’s game against the Danes (5-3) was another example of that. Canada gave up a stolen point in the first, but played air-tight defence the rest of the way, and jumped on Danish miscues to score deuces in the second, fourth and seventh ends, all on draws by Armitage.

“That seems to be the key,” said Edgar.

“We’re keeping things fairly open because we can hit and draw as well as anybody here.

We’re just trying to get ahead and keep things clean.”

Al Cameron is the Director of Communication & Media Relations for the Canadian Curling Association

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Tuesday’s Games Toronto 113, Atlanta 96 Indiana at Boston, Cancelled L.A. Clippers 93, Portland 77 Wednesday’s Games Denver 118, Phoenix 98 Dallas 99, New Orleans 87 Chicago 95, Washington 92 Memphis 86, Utah 70 Minnesota 108, San Antonio 95 Milwaukee 95, Oklahoma City 89 New York 98, Atlanta 92 Brooklyn 103, Detroit 99 Charlotte 105, Cleveland 98 Toronto 114, Boston 90 Miami 105, Orlando 93 Philadelphia 105, Indiana 95 Houston at L.A. Lakers, Late Golden State at Portland, Late L.A. Clippers at Sacramento, Late Thursday’s Games No games scheduled

Curling World Senior Men’s Curling Championships FREDERICTON — Round-robin standings for Canada and results Wednesday at the 2013 world senior men’s curling championship, Apr. 13-20 at the Grant Harvey Centre (all times Eastern): ROUND ROBIN Group B Country W L Sweden 8 0 Canada 6 0 Australia 5 3 Denmark 5 3 Finland 5 3 Netherlands 3 4 U.S. 2 4 England 3 5 Russia 0 7 Germany 0 8 Wednesday’s results Draw 13 England 1 Sweden 9 Netherlands 7 Germany 4 Finland 4 Russia 1 Denmark 6 Australia 1 Draw 14 Czech Republic 6 Norway 5 Scotland 5 Italy 2 New Zealand 8 Latvia 2 Switzerland 5 Japan 2 Ireland 8 France 1 Draw 15 Netherlands 5 Russia 4 Finland 7 U.S. 5 Australia 6 England 2 Canada 6 Denmark 3 Sweden 6 Germany 4

Draw 18, 4 p.m.

New Zealand vs. Switzerland; Norway vs. Japan; Czech Republic vs. Ireland; Latvia vs. Scotland.

Friday’s games Draw 19, 5:30 a.m.

Russia vs. U.S.; Netherlands vs. Canada; Japan vs.

New Zealand.

Draw 20, 12:30 p.m.

Canada vs. U.S.; Scotland vs. Norway; France vs.

Italy; Czech Republic vs. Latvia.

End of round robin World Senior Women’s Curling Championships THE CANADIAN PRESS FREDERICTON — Round-robin standings for Canada and results Wednesday at the 2013 world senior women’s curling championship, Apr. 13-20 at the Grant Harvey Centre (all times Eastern): ROUND ROBIN Group A Country W L Canada 4 0 Austria 3 1 Japan 3 2 New Zealand 2 2 U.S. 2 2 Ireland 1 3 Russia 0 5 Wednesday’s results Draw 10 Scotland 4 Switzerland 3 New Zealand 10 Ireland 1 Japan 10 Russia 0 Sweden 11 Czech Republic 2 Austria 11 U.S. 2 Draw 11 Australia 11 Finland 10

Tuesday’s results Draw 10 New Zealand 6 Norway 5 Latvia 4 Japan 3 France 8 Czech Republic 7 Italy 5 Ireland 3 Switzerland 7 Scotland 5 Draw 11 Italy 4 Latvia 3 Switzerland 15 Czech Republic 1 Norway 5 Ireland 4 Scotland 8 France 3 Draw 12 Canada 6 Russia 4 England 8 Germany 6 U.S. 6 Denmark 5 Sweden 7 Australia 2 Finland 12 Netherlands 1

Tuesday’s results Eighth Draw Canada 19 New Zealand 1 Japan 5 U.S. 4 Scotland 11 Finland 4 Switzerland 9 Italy 2 Ireland 8 Russia 4 Ninth Draw Sweden 6 Australia 4 Thursday’s games Draw 10, 12:30 p.m.

Czech Republic vs. Switzerland; New Zealand vs.

U.S.; Austria vs. Canada; Ireland vs. Japan; Italy vs. Australia.

Draw 11, 4 p.m.

Sweden vs. Finland.

Thursday’s games Draw 16, 5:30 a.m.

Scotland vs. Czech Republic; France vs. New Zealand; Ireland vs. Japan; Switzerland vs. Latvia; Norway vs. Italy.

Draw 17, 9 a.m.

Sweden vs. Canada; Australia vs. Netherlands; Denmark vs. Finland; Russia vs. Germany; U.S. vs. England.

Friday’s games Draw 12, 5:30 a.m.

Russia vs. New Zealand.

Draw 13, 9 a.m.

Austria vs. Ireland; Switzerland vs. Australia; Scotland vs. Italy; U.S. vs. Canada; Finland vs. Czech Republic.

End of round robin

Transactions Wednesday’s Sports Transactions BASEBALL Major League Baseball MLB—Suspended Boston RHP Gerson Bautista (DSL-Red Sox) 50 games after testing positive for Metabolites of Stanozolol and Boston LHP Miguel Pena (Carolina) 50 games after a second positive test for a drug of abuse under the Minor League Drug Prevention and Treatment Program.

American League CHICAGO WHITE SOX—Recalled OF Jordan Danks from Charlotte (IL). Optioned RHP Deunte Heath to Charlotte. Placed LHP Charlie Leesman on waivers for the purpose of granting his unconditional release.

CLEVELAND INDIANS—Placed OF Michael Bourn on the 15-day DL. Recalled RHP Corey Kluber from Columbus (IL).

MINNESOTA TWINS—Placed OF Darin Mastroianni on the 15-day DL. Recalled OF Oswaldo Arcia from Rochester (IL).

National League MILWAUKEE BREWERS—Agreed to terms with RHP Francisco Rodriguez on a minor league contract.

SAN DIEGO PADRES—Activated INF Chase Headley from the 15-day DL. Placed OF Cameron Maybin on the 15-day DL, retroactive to April 16.

SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS—Placed LHP Jeremy Affeldt on the 15-day DL. Recalled RHP Jean Machi from Fresno (PCL).

BASKETBALL National Basketball Association MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES—Signed F Donte Greene and F-C Willie Reed to multiyear contracts.

NEW YORK KNICKS—Announced the retirement of F Rasheed Wallace. Signed C Earl Barron for the remainder of the season.

FOOTBALL National Football League GREEN BAY PACKERS—Signed LB Clay Mat-

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thews to a five-year contract extension.

SEATTLE SEAHAWKS—Signed CB Antoine Winfield.

Canadian Football League HAMILTON TIGER-CATS—Agreed to terms with QB Brian Brohm.

HOCKEY National Hockey League NHL—Suspended Montreal F Ryan White five games for a check to the head of Philadelphia D Kent Huskins during an April 15 game.

ANAHEIM DUCKS—Reassigned G John Gibson to Norfolk (AHL) from Kitchener (OHL).

NEW YORK RANGERS—Recalled F Chris Kreider from Connecticut (AHL).

ST. LOUIS BLUES—Recalled F Andrew Murray from Peoria (AHL).

WINNIPEG JETS—Assigned D Zach Redmond to the St. John’s (AHL).

American Hockey League CONNECTICUT WHALE—Signed D Charlie Dodero and F Michael Kantor to amateur tryout agreements. Announced F Jason Wilson, F Danny Hobbs, F Jordie Johnston and G Scott Stajcer have been assigned to the team from Greenville (ECHL).

MOTORSPORTS NASCAR—Suspended seven members of Penske Racing for bringing unapproved parts to Texas Motor Speedway on the cars of Brad Keselowski and Joey Logano last weekend. Suspended Keselowski’s crew chief Paul Wolfe, car chief Jerry Kelley, team engineer Brian Wilson and Penske competition director Travis Geisler for the next six points races, including the non-points Sprint All-Star race, and fined Wolfe $100,000. Suspended Logano’s crew chief Todd Gordon, car chief Raymond Fox and team engineer Samuel Stanley for the next six points races, and fined Gordon $100,000. Fined Martin Truex Jr. and owner Michael Waltrip six championship points, and crew chief Chad Johnston $25,000 for having a front end that was too low.

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Oilers start looking towards future as playoffs slip away EDMONTON — With their playoff hopes virtually ended, Edmonton head coach Ralph Krueger said the Oilers must use their final six games to learn valuable lessons for the future.

The day after their sixth straight loss, Krueger admitted the team “still didn’t have the foundation” to truly be a playoff team this year and the players now must focus their attention on upcoming seasons.

“It’s now having to understand what we do in this final stretch, this is very, very important for us heading into the future,” the first-year head coach said Thursday. “To play teams that are division champions, three of them a is a huge test of our character. It’s going to be very important to look these division champions in the eye and try to understand in every single game what we’re missing. And try to play these teams even up.

“We have the opportunity to really learn lessons that will take us into the summer so we can begin immediately, one day after the season, working on where we can get better, what is this gap (between themselves and division champions) about.”

The Oilers were in eighth place and riding a five-game winning streak two weeks ago but have lost their last six to fall to 12th in the western conference, eight points out of a playoff spot. They travel to Denver to play Colorado Friday night before returning home for four of their final five games, four of those against division leaders Vancouver, Anaheim (twice) and Chicago.

Edmonton’s home record is the third worst in the NHL at 8-8-4.

Coming after the Oilers appeared on its way to achieving a major goal of making the playoffs, the losing streak has been shocking for the players and the coaching staff.

“We were totally on plan at Game 35,” Krueger said. “You get to Game 35 everything worked out, with all the setbacks we had a. so to be where we are today is why it’s difficult to regroup.

We reached quite high, from 29th place, to truly believe the possibility of making the playoffs and to have that taken away the reality is extremely painful. And it should be painful and we should feel that.”

Krueger said it’s vital the players and management figure out why they were a playoff team at the 35-game mark and also-rans six games later.

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“What happened to us, why didn’t we have the energy to sustain that?

Why didn’t we play those games in Vancouver and L.A. at a different level and figure out what that gap is, how we can close that gap?”

Shawn Horcoff and Ryan Smyth have suffered through the agony of a lot of Edmonton’s non-playoff seasons — this will be their seventh straight — and both admit this may be the most disappointing of them all.

Horcoff, the team captain in his 11th season with the Oilers, said this year has “probably been the toughest because we were right there six games ago.”

Horcoff admitted part of the reason for the current losing streak is partly because the Oilers played top-tier teams — Vancouver, Anaheim and Los Angeles — and then couldn’t recover from the shock of losing all three games and seeing their playoff hopes fading.

“We played some good, playoff teams, league leading teams,” Horcoff said. “They upped their game and we couldn’t find a way to respond to that.”

The team captain said the players’ attitude is that they want to finish the season strong but because there’s been such a “mass disappointment, a huge emotional let down. We’ve had trouble getting over that.”

Smyth, a 16-year NHL veteran — 13 of those with Edmonton — said the finish is particularly disappointing “because of the assets we have here.”

“We thought we were a playoff type of team and not to be there is so disappointing,” he added.

Also Wednesday, the Oilers agreed to terms with Yale Bulldogs right-winger Andrew Miller on a one-year entry level contract. He led Yale this season with 18 goals and 41 points and was named Ivy League player of the year.

Raptors finish season with win over playoff-bound Celtics THE CANADIAN PRESS Toronto 114 Boston 90 TORONTO — The Toronto Raptors prefer to think of this as a beginning rather than an ending.

To be continued next season.

DeMar DeRozan poured in 24 points as the Raptors beat the playoff-bound Boston Celtics 114-90 in their season finale Wednesday, capping a rollercoaster campaign that coach Dwane Casey called “a tale of three different seasons.”

“Three different teams, three different seasons,” Casey said.

“We are disappointed. I am disappointed. But if you disregard the 4-19, then we are knocking on the door of the playoffs.”

Toronto staggered out to a horrible 4-19 start but won seven of its last eight games to finish 3448, and the way the Raptors fought down the season stretch filled Casey with pride.

“These guys held onto the rope,” the coach said.

“That is all I preached after the 4-19 start, and that is all you can ask for as a coach. We had a lot of mountains to step over, we had a lot of hurdles, but guys held onto the rope and kept going.

I am proud of the way they fought.

“As a coach, my goal is to get into the playoffs.

I have been there, and I know what it tastes like.

I want our guys to taste it too.”

That will have to wait another year at least as the Raptors had been mathematically eliminated two weeks earlier, sending them into the off-season without a playoff appearance for the fifth consecutive year.

Rudy Gay, acquired in the mid-season trade

that sent Jose Calderon to Detroit, addressed the crowd before the game thanking fans for their support, and summing up the team’s optimism.

“Wait for next year,” Gay told them.

Gay added 19 points in the finale, while Jonas Valanciunas had 18 and Alan Anderson finished with 16.

Jordan Crawford scored 16 points to top Boston (41-40). Paul Pierce had 11 first-half points, and took the second half off to rest up for the playoffs, in which the seventh-place Celtics take on the New York Knicks in the opening round. Kevin Garnett didn’t play (sore left ankle).

The Raptors drained 12 three-pointers and led for most of the night, taking a 96-70 lead into the fourth quarter in front of 17,690 Air Canada Centre fans — about 2,000 shy of a sellout.

By the time Landry Fields went up for a dunk with two minutes left that put Toronto up by 27, both teams had their reserves on the floor and many fans had already left the building.

“All season, every game, we tried to figure where we were comfortable at, what would help us win games,” DeRozan said.

“Sucks that it took us this long to figure it out.

It was just understanding what style of basketball we feel comfortable at. And now we know how to win.”

Casey said there are plenty of reasons for optimism. “Everyone has seen it,” Casey said.

“The growth of DeMar DeRozan with him shooting the three-point shot, the growth of Valanciunas and Rudy Gay integrating in. There are so many positives. I see so much growth.”

The night was billed as “Fanapalooza,” and

cheerleaders chucked Tshirts up into the crowd and handed out everything from signed jerseys to gas vouchers — small reward for a loyal fan base that saw Toronto’s season go off the rails virtually from opening night.

The Raptors stumbled with the second worst start in the NBA, digging themselves a hole so deep that even their 3029 finish couldn’t salvage the season.

“Disappointing I think for the overall aspect of trying to make the playoffs,” Lowry said, summing up the season. “But this last month has been very encouraging, finishing off 7-1 is very encouraging going into the offseason.”

Casey said there were several reasons the season went awry early.

Newcomers Lowry and Valanciunas missed training camp, Valanciunas’s calf injury lasting through the pre-season.

Plus, the Raptors had a gruelling early schedule, including a killer west coast trip.

“Woulda coulda shoulda,” Casey shrugged.

The Celtics, meanwhile, wore a strip of black on their jerseys in their first game since Monday’s Boston Marathon bombing that killed three people and injured more than 170.

Both teams gathered at centre court, and the fans stood for a moment of silence.

The bright red Raptors sign that rings the inside of the Air Canada Centre was green, with the words “Tonight, we are all Boston fans.”

Gay scored 12 points in the first quarter, his pull-up three-pointer with 3:19 left putting Toronto up by seven.

Crawford threw up a 40-footer at the buzzer and the Celtics pulled to within 31-30 to end the frame.

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EXPLORER DAY Learn about bones with the Young Naturalists Club on Sunday. The club’s Explorer Day runs from 1 to 4 p.m. at Red Deer College.

Membership to the club, a program of the Red Deer River Naturalists, is open to children 10 and under and their families. It costs $15 and includes participation in club events, plus a package of supplies and activity booklets for children and parents. Get more information by calling 403-347-8200 or emailing Judy at rd.rn@ hotmail.com.

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Bar compliance improves TEAM CHECKS LOCAL DRINKING ESTABLISHMENTS

BY MURRAY CRAWFORD ADVOCATE STAFF No charges were laid in the Red Deer Public Safety Compliance Team’s latest check of local drinking establishments.

The team, whose investigations led to the shutdown of one nightclub, Tequila, has been performing unannounced checks of businesses since 2012.

RCMP Cpl. Sarah Knelsen said there has been a noticeable improvement in businesses adhering to the rules and protocols relating to over serving of alcohol, serving under-aged people, fire code violations and exceeding occupancy.

Most recently, the compliance team checked 13 local drinking establishments last Friday.

“In the past there have been charges laid that were fairly minor,” said Knelsen, adding this

‘IT’S NOT ALWAYS ABOUT LAYING CHARGES, IT’S ABOUT EDUCATING THE BUSINESS OWNERS.’ — RCMP CPL. SARAH KNELSEN

time there were no serving alcohol to minors charges laid.

The team was assembled in mid-2012 in an attempt to prevent violence and other illegal activity that could be related to the targeted offences within the drinking establishments.

Another goal was to decrease the amount of times the compliance team is called to the establishments.

“That was our first public safety compliance team check,” said Knelsen. “We had received some information that they were serving minors, so the team went in and sure enough they located several minors in the establishment.”

This resulted in the shut-

down of Tequila.

Although there was a bit of a learning curve at first for bar owners, Knelsen said the team has met with them and told them more about the purpose of the compliance team.

“We encourage the owners when we’re in these establishments, if they are there, to ask us any questions they have and we can let them know what they can do better for the next compliance check,” said Knelsen.

“It’s not always about laying charges, it’s about educating the business owners.”

Knelsen said they typically get a good reception from business owners when the team shows up.

“In some cases we don’t get the reception we would like, but that’s also educating them on why we are there,” said Knelsen.

The safety compliance team is a partnership between the Red Deer City RCMP, Red Deer Emergency Services, Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission Red Deer branch, City of Red Deer Inspections and Licensing Department and Alberta Health Services.

“We can’t say when, obviously that would ruin the point, but the compliance team will conduct checks throughout the year,” said Knelsen.

“Even though we’ve seen improvements and no charges were laid, we’re going to be out there ensuring businesses are adhering to laws and regulations.” mcrawford@reddeeradvocate. com

Want to learn what it takes to be a school trustee? The election is Oct. 21 and nomination day is Sept. 23. Gear up for the Oct. 21 school board election by attending the Alberta School Board Association’s free session. It will be held on Monday, April 22, at the Sheraton Hotel in Red Deer, at 3310 50th Ave. Experienced trustees will talk about the rewards and challenges of serving on a school board.

The session will also discuss basic eligibility requirements for school board candidates. A more detailed session, Running to Win: Campaign School for Trustees, will be held on June 4 and 5. For more information, go online at www. asba.ab.ca/trustee_ election13.asp.

SYLVAN CENTENNIAL TICKETS Tickets are now available to celebrate Sylvan Lake’s centennial at a Jubilee Ceremony and Barbecue on June 8. The event runs, which from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Lakeshore Drive and Centennial Drive (50th Street) corner, is one of many to mark the community’s 100 years.

Tickets are $5 for adults and $2 for children aged three to 12 and seniors over 60. The event is free for children under three and adults 100 or older. A limited supply is available from the Sylvan lake town office and aquatic centre. A full list of centennial events can be found online at www. sylvanlake.ca.

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Member services manager Kareena Fulton directs staff moving in materials behind the new member services desk at the Red Deer Public Library downtown branch Tuesday.

Library ‘refresh’ worth the money

BY RANDY FIEDLER ADVOCATE STAFF

RENOVATIONS

A new set of library renovations is underway just as another ends.

The Red Deer Public Library downtown branch closed its fourth floor this week for installation of new lights and ceiling.

The project is expected to take until June. Some of the non-fiction collection has been

moved downstairs for public access.

The new member services desk in the Link entry area opens to the public today.

“There’s a lot of open space now. It was so cluttered it had become an accessibility issue,” said library director Dean Frey.

“You have to refresh a space

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walk patio.

“It will face south out of the wind and extend the café’s outdoor season by about three weeks.”

The fourth floor’s new LED lights will reduce the building’s carbon footprint and lower electricity costs, said Frey, adding the new ceiling will appear higher than the old.

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this busy and we really got our money’s worth.”

The Friends of the Library have a new nook beside the north doors to sell used books and conduct other fundraising.

Frey said the main foyer’s open area can now host library events and community gatherings.

New furniture will arrive later this week, with the old tables being moved outdoors and umbrellas added to make a side-

A Red Deer seniors housing foundation will receive more than $600,000 towards upgrading its three lodges as part of a larger provincewide financial investment.

Piper Creek Foundation will be among Central Alberta housing management bodies to receive dollars through an Alberta Municipal Affairs investment of $30.9 million.

Foundation executive director Geoff Olson said the money would be used for its Piper Creek Lodge, Parkvale Lodge and Pines Lodge in town.

Some of the money would be applied to installing a second elevator inside Parkvale Lodge, he said.

Olson said they are looking at where the rest of the money could go, but this is definitely welcome news.

“Boiler systems, new windows — anything to extend the life of the lodges, that’s where we want to put our money,” said Olson on Wednesday.

The lodges range in age from about 25 years old to 55 years old, so the upgrades are needed, he added.

In total, the three lodges have 220 units.

Each housing management body will receive $3,000 for every unit it owns or manages.

The money can be used for various building repairs and mechanical and plumbing upgrades; fire and safety upgrades; and kitchen, dining room and resident room expansions/renovations.

Municipal Affairs Minister Doug Griffiths said these lodges are essential accommodations for seniors who wish to stay close to their families and neighbours as they age, especially those who live in rural Alberta.

Up to 153 senior lodges, 11 cottages and eight unique homes could benefit from the cash injection. Of these, 60 per cent are owned by housing management bodies and 40 per cent are owned by the Alberta Social Housing Corp.

Doug Mills, president of Alberta Senior Citizens’ Housing Association, said the investment is needed.

“Many of the lodges are owned by the government so it’s partly their responsibility to get them redone,” said Mills. ltester@reddeeradvocate.com

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The Red Deer Child Care Society has not given up its efforts to buy its Johnstone building.

Despite being turned down for a loan from the City of Red Deer on Monday, society executive director Rob Elliott said the non-profit will explore other options.

The lease on its building is set to expire on June 30 and the society feels it makes more sense to own the building.

Elliott said owning the building would provide stability for the non-profit and ultimately improve child care out of the facility.

The society has qualified for a mortgage for most of the $550,000 asking price for the facility but is about $150,000 short.

The society hoped the city would contribute to the cause.

Council turned down the request, citing that the city is no longer in the child-care provision business and that this would open the door to more financial requests.

Elliott said the society will look at other options and will renew the lease if all else fails.

The society has provided child care in Red Deer since 1970.

Fifty children ranging in age from newborns to 12 years old are in the programs.

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BRIEFS Lacombe citizens surveyed Lacombe has launched its first citizen satisfaction survey.

Edmonton-based Banister Research Inc. has been hired to undertake the $15,000 survey to gather statistical information, opinions and insight from local residents.

The goal is to give municipal leaders a more balanced and objective understanding of how businesses and residents feel about programs and services, the city’s leadership and local civic issues, says the city.

A telephone survey began on Monday and a web-based survey aimed at businesses will be on the city’s website until April 26.

Deven Kumar, the city’s communications co-ordinator, said 400 resident telephone interviews evenly split between males and females will be done, plus 205 business surveys.

“This survey will provide both businesses and residents an opportunity to provide feedback to us on what’s working and what is not,” said Mayor Steve Christie in a statement announcing the survey.

“It will also help identify resident

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Library director Dean Frey surveys the fourth floor renovations underway at the Red Deer Public Library downtown branch Tuesday. priorities for community planning and resource allocation as part of the city’s budgeting and planning processes.”

Researchers will present survey findings to council on May 27.

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Enerflex walk and Run Get fit and raise money for the Multiple Sclerosis Society Central Alberta chapter on May 26.

The Enerflex MS Walk and Run takes place at the Kiwanis Picnic Shelter with registration at 8:30 a.m.

The organization’s primary annual fundraiser supports local programs and services, as well as research into the debilitating nervous system disease that robs multiple sclerosis sufferers of physical and cognitive abilities.

Last year, 517 participants raised $144,875 and nearly 250 participants are already registered for this year’s event.

New this year is a Results Canada timed run in response to requests from Central Alberta runners.

The run of five- and 10-km distances begins at 9 a.m., while the walk of two-, seven or eight-km distances begins at 9:15 a.m. Participants should come prepared since the event goes regardless of weather.

Register by calling the local MS Society chapter at 403-346-0290 or online at www.mswalks.ca.

Dart fundraiser

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Darts will be the game in the name of fundraising on Saturday at the Innisfail Legion.

From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, the Legion will host the third annual Charity Dart Shoot in support of the Ronald McDonald House — Central Alberta.

The event was first held back when the Red Deer facility was in the construction phase, and continues to be organized by Marilyn Olsen and her family to support the 11-suite house’s mission.

Twenty teams of three, sporting costumes, will play darts on the day.

The public is welcome to stop by to watch and donate to the cause. Approximately $1,000 has already been raised, with more to come from the event.

In addition to the darts, Paper Cuts will be in the parking lot from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., offering its paper shredding services in exchange for donations to the Ronald McDonald House.

“I think everybody has a story of someone that has stayed in a (Ronald McDonald House) and how important it is,” said Olsen.

Time for a For more information or to donate to the cause, contact Olsen at 403-886-

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The woman, who was from Duchess, died at the scene but police have not released her name.

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A new air movement system will provide more comfort for patrons and staff.

Those renovations will cost about $200,000.

The member services desk project cost about $100,000.

The children’s department received new flooring, paint and furniture worth about $150,000 last fall.

The $450,000 total came from a federal $225,300 Community Infrastructure Improvement grant, a provincial $100,000 Community Facility Enhancement grant, and the remainder from the City of Red Deer and the library’s operating reserve.

Future renovations might include a new second storey ceiling and fourth storey flooring.

The downtown branch was built in 1967 with a second floor added in 1979.

The Link was built in 1993, joining old Firehall No. 1 to the library to become the Piper Creek Optimist Children’s Library.

Frey thanks patrons for their patience and is pleased the renovations will be done before the library marks its centennial next year.

“We have a board and staff team planning for it already.”

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Tributes pour in for Rita MacNeil UNLIKELY STAR HAD POWERFUL VOICE

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Mimi, played by Victoria day, lounges near a tree until she’s approached

by Francois, during a scene from the play Summertime. Performances of the play begin April 17 st 7:30 p.m. in Studio A at Red Deer College.

The plot gets more convoluted when it’s revealed that François has other romantic entanglements besides Maria, and that Frank has mixed feelings about the whole shebang, including his affair with Edmund.

Mee’s wordy, often over-intellectualized script eventually tackles all of the ambiguities of love — from the physical thrill of it, to the lies, jealousy and combative struggles love can produce, to the longing caused by unrequited love, to the “awful pain” the end of a relationship can cause, even while reinforcing with strong emotions that we are alive.

“You can’t blame anyone for love. We can weep for them but we can’t blame them,” says a character, using the kind of sweeping, didactic narrative that Mee favours.

Watching Summertime is challenging, make no mistake. The script can ramble on and sometimes go off on bizarre tangents (cue entry of murderous pizza delivery guy).

But the ideas expressed by Mee are always interesting to contemplate, so this play is never dull.

Much credit goes to Adams, for successfully working out wellpaced staging for so many players.

She has obviously allowed each actor to explore his or her own reaction to the script, so that one Maria might react angrily to a line, for instance, while another Maria cries and the third acts appalled.

The resulting interactions are fascinating to watch, while maintaining the authentic emotional

resonance needed for various scenes to work.

The entire cast is to be commended for fine performances and great timing, particularly actors playing Tessa (Jessie Muir, Constance Isaac and Taylor Pfeifer), James (Dustin Funk, J.P. Lord and Lucas Hackl), François (Chase Cownden, Richard Leurer and Tyler Johnson), Maria (Julia VanDam, Megan Einarson and Brittany Martyshuk), Frank (Jake Tkaczyk) and Edmund (Bret Jacobs).

Set and costume designer Sheena Haug and sound designer Sui-Fan Wong also helped create a delightfully quirky universe in which all of this messy love could unfold.

Audience members will undoubtedly come away discussing the various philosophies that Mee sets out.

For example, early on, François suggests that everyone has to watch out for their “one great love. ... If you let the moment pass, it is gone forever. ...”

Later Frank suggests there are different kinds of love — the frightening kind “that makes our knees buckle,” or a more tranquil love that risks becoming static.

Summertime makes it clear that neither come with guarantees, nor are possible without a courageous leap of faith.

Summertime, which runs to Sunday, April 21, is definitely worth viewing — especially for romantics.

It contains strong language and adult themes. lmichelin@reddeeradvocate.com

Westerner nabs Down With Webster Down With Webster will play this year’s Westerner Days.

The Toronto rap rock band performs at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, July 19, on the Centrium’s Hampton Inn and Suites Main Stage.

The six-man ensemble, which formed in 1998 for a middle school battle of the bands, was nominated for a 2010 Juno Award for best new artist and for pop album and group of the

year at the 2011 and 2012 Junos.

It won best video at the 2011 MuchMusic Video Awards for Whoa is Me and a 2012 post production award for

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The band, also known as DWW, has toured the country extensively and performed as an opening act for Marianas Trench at the Centrium

on Wednesday night.

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Rita MacNeil, a singer-songwriter from smalltown Canada whose powerful voice explored genres from country, to folk, to gospel, died Tuesday night following complications from surgery. She was 68.

Always seeming an unlikely star, MacNeil worked tirelessly over decades to gradually become a beloved fixture in Canadian culture, with her greatest success coming only after she was in her 40s.

Her spotless, astonishingly full voice carried a light Celtic lilt that only sweetened her dulcet tones, but she was a versatile singer who could produce grittier notes as well.

She was painfully shy and admitted to battling self-confidence issues, largely stemming from her weight. Yet she was a Rita MacNeil renowned live performer who sold out gigs around the world.

“I am deeply saddened by the loss of a dear sweet woman and a gifted singer-songwriter who represented women and her beloved Nova Scotia so eloquently in her songs,” singer Anne Murray said in a statement.

Country music legend Tommy Hunter said his “one vivid memory” of MacNeil was when she was a guest on his show.

“Coming from a coal mining area she had a soft spot in her heart for those miners. When she sang Working Man there wasn’t a dry eye in the house.”

Added Prime Minister Stephen Harper: “Saddened to hear about the passing of one of Cape Breton and Canada’s finest voices, Rita MacNeil.”

Born in Big Pond, N.S., in 1944, MacNeil grew up with three brothers and four sisters. She fell in love with singing by the age of six, despite her shy disposition and a cleft palate that eventually required surgery.

She relocated to Toronto at age 17 in 1962. Once there, she endured a succession of low-paying jobs, including a retail gig at Eaton’s and a stint as a cleaning woman.

Meanwhile, she turned heads with appearances at Toronto’s famed Riverboat folk club and performances at the Mariposa folk festival, but wasn’t earning enough to pay the rent.

While struggling to make ends meet, she found comfort in the fledgling women’s movement. She began attending meetings in Toronto in the early ’70s that she found out — years later — were being monitored by the RCMP. “If you wanted to see a bunch of women sitting around talking about issues and going on demonstrations that are peaceful and non-violent, then so be it, but I don’t think there was a reason to do that,” MacNeil said in 2008.

“What’s radical about equal pay for equal work?

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“Love these days: it’s such a strange and difficult terrain,” observes Frank from the surreal comedy Summertime. “So often we don’t know where we are, or whether our hearts ... are lost.”

With teacups hanging from tree branches and tea trays suspended from the sky, Charles Mee’s comedy, as presented by Red Deer College’s Theatre Studies, LANA takes place MICHELIN in a wonderland that more resembles a dreamscape than a tangible cottage location on Martha’s Vineyard.

Multiple actors take on various roles in this intriguing intellectual vehicle that opened on Wednesday in Studio A of the Arts Centre.

And all three Tessas, Jameses, Marias and François are on stage at the same time, sometimes overlapping lines like small Greek choruses, and sometimes taking turns delivering the scripted dialogue.

Although this highly stylized presentation was not envisioned

by Mee (it’s director Lynda Adams’ way of giving more stage exposure to first-year actors), it worked surprisingly well with his abstract comedy on the realistic theme of love.

For instance, in the engaging opening scene, the three Tessas, dressed in identical blue skirts, coral tops and rainbow socks, meet for the first time three Jameses, who are all carrying umbrellas and attache cases.

The Tessas observe the Jameses curiously, even defensively, as the males circle around.

The effect is hypnotic, like experiencing déja vu, or watching the same scene unfold multiple times in parallel universes.

The well-timed interactions between the six actors appear to reinforce the idea that maybe it’s inevitable that these two characters should meet and fall in love.

There’s a dreamy sense of connected destiny, that all of this has transpired before and will probably happen again.

On the surface, the character of James wants Tessa to translate some photo captions into Italian.

But below the surface, he is feeling a different need.

In surprisingly short order, he reveals he’s experiencing love at first sight.

Tessa doesn’t believe this is possible and makes it clear she isn’t interested in what he’s offering.

It turns out she’s confused about love, and no wonder.

Her married parents, Maria and Frank, are openly entertaining at the cottage their respective lovers, François and Edmund.

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Co-op returning millions ALLOCATION TOTALS ‘$6.2 MILLION

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Members of Central Alberta Co-op Ltd. can expect $2.9 million in their mailboxes next month.

The money represents the cash portion of the Co-op’s 2012 patronage allocation, which totalled $6.2 million.

The $3.3 million difference will be retained in members’ equity accounts.

Central Alberta Co-op came into existence on Feb. 1. It resulted from the merger of Red Deer Co-op, which operated in Red Deer, Lacombe, Stettler and Elnora; and Central Alberta Co-op, which had operations in Innisfail and Spruce View.

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Ski-Doo files for IPO The maker of SkiDoo snowmobiles is launching an initial public offering.

BRP Inc. says it is planning an offering of subordinate voting shares in the Quebecbased maker of snowmobiles, personal watercraft and allterrain vehicles.

The company said it believes the outlook for the industry is positive due to the improving economic environment, growth in new product lines and growth in international markets. “Things are reshaping after the crisis. We think people will want to renew with new technology and new vehicles, what not,” said Pierre Pichette, vice-president of communications and public affairs for BRP. In addition to Ski-Doo, BRP also makes Lynx snowmobiles, Sea-Doo watercraft and boats, Can-Am all-terrain vehicles and Evinrude outboard engines.

Enivar to adopt company’s name Montreal-based Genivar Inc. (TSX:GNV) plans to adopt a new name and corporate structure, reflecting its growth into 35 countries with last year’s acquisition of a U.K.-based engineering services company.

Genivar’s head office will remain in Montreal but the public company’s name will change to WSP Global and its corporate structure will be adjusted to enable regional operations to become distinct subsidiaries, the company announced Wednesday. The proposal has the support of the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and the Caisse de depot et placement du Quebec, which together own about 30.2 per cent of Genivar’s outstanding shares. The change requires approval by two-thirds of votes cast at a shareholder meeting scheduled for May 23, as well as approval by the Quebec superior court.

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two co-ops, because they’ve ceased to exist, and the new Co-op won’t require one until after its first year of operation, said general manager Larry Parks.

However, an information meeting took place Wednesday evening in Red Deer.

Parks said the two member-owned retail organizations combined to generate $221.2 million in sales last year, which translated into net earnings of $10.9 million.

That included receipts from Federated Co-operatives Ltd., which both the former Red Deer and Central Alberta co-ops were members of and earned patronage refunds from.

Earnings from the sale of fuel and crop inputs like fertilizer and chemicals were very strong last year, said Parks.

Meanwhile, revenues from grocery stores, and home and garden centres, were both up slightly.

Patronage allocations to members were

calculated on the basis of 1.94 per cent of sales in the case of food and pharmacy products, 5.9 per cent on fuel sales, one per cent in the case of home and garden centre sales, two per cent on sales of agro products, and six per cent on oil and grease sales.

Parks said the merger resulted in some one-time expenses and write-offs, but generally has gone well.

“From the customer side, we haven’t heard a whole lot of negativity at all.”

Red Deer Co-op operated two grocery stores, two gas bars, two liquor stores, a home and garden centre and a bulk fuel station in Red Deer; a grocery store, a gas bar, a liquor store, a bulk fuel and cardlock station in Lacombe; a gas bar and cardlock and bulk fuel station in Stettler; and a cardlock station in Elnora.

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PIZZA NEWS

Famoso Neapolitan Pizzeria coming

BY HARLEY RICHARDS ADVOCATE BUSINESS EDITOR There are plenty of pizza restaurants in Red Deer, but Justin Lussier thinks the next one will be unique.

Lussier is one of the founders of Famoso Neapolitan Pizzeria, which operates at 13 locations in Alberta, plus several more in British Columbia and Ontario.

Red Deer is scheduled to join the list in July, operating out of the former Blockbuster video store at 5016 51st Ave., where renovations are currently underway.

Neapolitan refers to Naples, Italy, which is considered the birthplace of pizza. There, said Lussier, pizzas are a world apart from what most Canadians are used to.

“Everything about Neapolitan pizza is done differently than North American pizza, so the final product is something that’s very unique.”

Famoso uses “00” Caputo flour from Naples, tomatoes from the volcanic soil at Mount Vesuvius, and whole milk mozzarella — or fior-di-latte, said Lussier.

Dough is hand-stretched and pizzas baked in bellshaped ovens from Italy.

“They cook at about 900 degrees and the pizza is cooked in about 90 seconds.”

Lussier was introduced to Neapolitan pizzas while travelling in Italy in 2005. He was so impressed with their texture, taste and history, that he felt compelled to share his discovery with longtime friends Jason Allard and Christian Bullock back in Alberta.

“I actually found a pay phone and called them right after one of my experiences.”

The trio decided to bring Neapolitan pizza to their home province.

They trained with the Associazione Verces Pizza Napoletena in Italy, and opened their first Neapolitan Pizzeria in Edmonton in May 2007.

Other locations followed, with the chain really taking off in 2012.

This year is shaping up to be busy as well.

“We’re opening quite a few in B.C.,” said Lussier.

“We’re opening a couple more in Calgary and more in Ontario as well.”

The Red Deer Famoso will be operated by Ryan Curtis and Randy Webber, both of whom have undergone the training required of franchisees and even spent time in Naples — learning about the Neapolitan pizza tradition.

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Looking good behind their shades, staff of the new International Beer Haus & Stage in Red Deer take a break from their preparations for opening.

Plenty of —beer — at Beer Haus INTERNATIONAL BEER HAUS & STAGE OPENS TODAY

BY HARLEY RICHARDS ADVOCATE BUSINESS EDITOR With a name like International Beer Haus & Stage, it shouldn’t be a surprise that Red Deer’s newest drinking spot will offer some 55 types of bottled beer — or that it’s set up nicely for musicians and other performers.

But it will also be a good place to interact with others, including strangers, said Peter Kaz, one of the partners in the business.

Scheduled to open to the public today, International Beer Haus & Stage will boast a couple of long “European-style” tables, as well as large leather sectionals and generous seating at the bar.

This will encourage patrons to chat and mingle, instead of clustering in small groups behind artificial barriers, said Kaz. “We wanted to be an open layout, where if you’re coming in with your friend, you’re hopefully going to be sitting to the right or left

or across from complete strangers that you’re going to be chatting with and either cheering on the same game or talking about something in the news together, or talking about a wonderful beer that you’re experiencing.”

Beer should be the topic of many conversations, with a broad mix of domestic and international products on the menu. These will come in an array of shapes, colours and tastes — with the selection changing over time.

There will also be draft options, and even beer floats: a scoop of ice cream with chocolate and caramel sauce in a glass of Guinness, or ice cream mixed in with strawberryflavoured Früli beer, said Kaz. “One of the fun things we’re going to be doing eventually is some sampling nights,” he added.

The food will include the standard burgers, salads, flatbreads and sandwiches, but also some interesting alternatives — such as a cone of frites, or french fries,

stuffed with lobster or Montreal smoked meat.

“We’re trying to take people on a trip, whether it’s a type of food, whether it’s the way the food is presented . . . and the same with the beer — a different taste, a different look.”

The decor will also offer an international flavour, said Kaz. The stage is a large one with good sightlines, he said.

Musicians will be brought in regularly and will include up-andcoming artists as well as established performers.

Kaz and another partner, Quan Diepp, plan to draw from their connections through Electric Music Group Inc., an artist management company they operate.

Located in the former premises of Tequila Nightclub, International Beer Haus & Stage will operate from 2 p.m. to 2 a.m., Monday to Saturday. hrichards@reddeeradvocate.com

Bank lowers growth forecast, Carney rejects doom and gloom

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada sharply downgraded its expectations Wednesday on economic growth for the first half of this year, but held the line on offering more stimulus because it says it still believes better times are just around the corner.

As anticipated, the central bank kept the trendsetting policy rate at one per cent while chopping its growth forecast for 2013 by half a point to 1.5 per cent.

The economy was expected to speed up next year and in 2015 to 2.8 and 2.7 per cent growth respectively, but the slow start means that the economy won’t return to full capacity until mid-2015 — six months later the previously predicted.

That’s an unusually gloomy outlook for a bank known for its rosy forecasts, and markets reacted by immediately dropping the loonie.

The Canadian dollar closed down 0.58 of a cent to 97.41 cents U.S. Some economists had urged the bank to back away from its tightening bias that still points to higher rates in the future as a way to further depress the dollar and boost exports to foreign markets, but the bank stuck to its guns.

Appearing at what is likely his last full news con-

ference in Canada before departing for London, governor Mark Carney — flanked by his likely successor Tiff Macklem — explained they were not buying into the doom and gloom.

“We need to go back to the context,” Carney said.

“Interest rates are at one per cent, we have a financial sector as resilient as any in the world, there is slack in the economy, but it’s not that big and it’s not that big, relative to other major economies.”

Macklem elaborated that the bank is counting on strong economic growth in the United States to eventually lift Canada as well, in terms of boosting exports of lumber and other housing-related products, as well as energy. In turn, that should convince Canadian businesses, including those in the oil patch, it’s time to start investing for the future.

“The two say the weakness will be temporary. Following a stall in the latter half of 2012, the economy will only grow 1.5 per cent in the first quarter of 2013 and 1.8 in the second.

But after that, they see it expanding by 2.3 in the third and 2.8 in the fourth. For 2014, the expansion continues with an average 2.8 bounce before tapering off to 2.7 in 2015.

That is still too rosy for many economists, although the 1.5 prediction for this year puts the bank below the 1.6 per cent consensus used by Finance Minister Jim Flaherty in last month’s budget.

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Apple stock falls below $400 as iPhone production cuts hinted

MARKETS COMPANIES

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

OF LOCAL INTEREST Wednesday’s stock prices supplied by RBC Dominion Securities of Red Deer. For information call 341-8883.

Consumer Canadian Tire . . . . . . . . . 72.29 Gamehost . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.20 Leon’s Furniture . . . . . . . 12.66 Loblaw Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . 41.40 Maple Leaf Foods. . . . . . 13.96 MARKETS CLOSE TORONTO — The Toronto stock market sold off Wednesday as worries about the pace of global growth raised concerns about demand for commodities and sent prices for energy and metals lower.

The S&P/TSX composite index lost 172.64 points or 1.42 per cent to 11,947.29, the market’s first close below the 11,000-mark since November 15.

The Canadian dollar lost 0.58 of a cent to 97.41 cents US as the Bank of Canada announced it was leaving its key rate unchanged amid continued economic weakness. The central bank also cut its 2013 economic growth forecast to 1.5 per cent from an earlier estimate of two per cent.

An earnings disappointment from Bank of America and sliding resource stocks also punished New York markets.

The Dow Jones industrials fell 138.19 points to 14,618.59, the Nasdaq composite index dropped 59.96 points to 3,204.67 and the S&P 500 index lost 22.56 points to 1,552.01.

U.S. indexes moved off the worst levels of the session mid-afternoon after the U.S. Federal Reserve’s latest economic snapshot for late February and March showed economic activity expanded at a moderate pace. The central bank added that real estate construction is improving markedly in most districts.

The dismal showing on markets followed a sharp selloff Monday, triggered by lower than expected growth data from China.

The Toronto market hasn’t fared nearly so well, up about 3.5 per cent year to date earlier this month and now down for the year by about the same amount. However, a full-scale retracement isn’t expected.

Oil and copper prices retreated a day after the International Monetary Fund lowered it global economic growth projections. The IMF cut its forecast for global growth to 3.3 per cent this year from its forecast in Jan-

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The base metals component led decliners, down 7.34 per cent as copper, viewed as an economic bellwether, slid 12 cents to US$3.19 a pound.

Worries about how lower commodities will impact corporate profits sent Teck Resources (TSX:TCK.B) fell $1.33 to C$25.42 while First Quantum Minerals (TSX:FM) declined $1.60 to $15.43.

Both oil and copper sustained steep declines on Monday after data showed that the Chinese economy grew at a 7.7 per cent rate in the most recent quarter, crushing hopes for growth of around eight per cent.

The industrials component backed away 1.46 per cent as Canadian Pacific Railway (TSX:CP) dropped $1.92 to $121.92.

In New York, shares of Apple Inc. dropped 5.5 per cent to US$402.80 after earlier going as low as $398.11, the lowest level since Dec. 2011 after a supplier hinted at a slowdown in iPhone and iPad production.

The decline means Apple has, for now, lost its position as the world’s most valuable publicly traded company to Exxon Mobil Corp., which has a market capitalization a few billion dollars above Apple’s $380 billion price tag.

The TSX Venture Exchange gave back 36.40 to 923.60.

MARKET HIGHLIGHTS Highlights at the close of Wednesday at world financial market trading.

Stocks: S&P/TSX Composite Index — 11,947.29 down 172.64 points TSX Venture Exchange — 923.60 down 36.40 points TSX 60 — 685.83 down 8.89 points Dow — 14,618.59 down 138.19 points S&P 500 — 1,552.01 down 22.56 points

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Nasdaq — 3,204.67 down 59.96 points Currencies at close: Cdn — 97.41 cents US, down 0.58 of a cent Pound — C$1.5642, down 0.41 of a cent Euro — C$1.3375, down 0.76 of a cent Euro — US$1.3028, down 1.53 points Oil futures: US$86.68 per barrel, down $2.04 (May contract) Gold futures: US$1,382.70 per ounce, down $4.70 (June contract) Canadian Fine Silver Handy and Harman: $24.943 per oz., down 32.3 cents $801.92 kg., down $10.38 ICE FUTURES CANADA WINNIPEG — Closing prices: Canola: May ’13 $4.00 higher $626.50; July ’13 $3.80 higher $614.10; Nov. ’13 $1.70 higher $558.50; Jan. ’14 $2.90 higher $558.10; March ’14 $4.20 higher $552.80; May ’14 $4.20 higher $550.70; July ’14 $4.20 higher $548.80; Nov. ’14 $4.20 higher $524.40; Jan ’15 $4.20 higher $524.40; March ’15 $4.20 higher $524.40; May ’15 $4.20 higher $524.40.

Barley (Western): May ’13 unchanged $243.50; July ’13 unchanged $244.00; Oct. ’13 $10.00 lower $204.00; Dec ’13 $9.00 lower $208.00; March ’14 $9.00 lower $208.00; May ’14 $9.00 lower $208.00; July ’14 $9.00 lower $208.00; Oct. ’14 $9.00 lower $208.00; Dec. ’14 $9.00 lower $208.00; March ’15 $9.00 lower $208.00; May ’15 $9.00 lower $208.00.

Wednesday’s estimated volume of trade: 313,400 tonnes of canola; 0 tonnes of barley (Western Barley) Total: 313,400.

CO-OP: Plans for coming years

Canada Post says it expects to lose money in the 2013 financial year as it grapples with a combination of “rapidly declining mail volumes” and a growing number of new addresses.

The Crown corporation says in the shorter term, it managed to return to a profit of $127 million before taxes last year.

That’s an improvement over the $253 million loss before taxes posted in 2011, which was the first time the postal service had reported a loss in 16 years.

The main Canada Post operations were also profitable in 2012, with net income of $98 million, though it was from $152 million of adjustments related to the recognition of lower future sick leave and health benefits.

Without the new collective agreement, Canada Post would have

lost $54 million before taxes, it said, while the entire group of companies would’ve lost $25 million.

Canada Post says it needs to continue reworking its operations to help substitute the decline in mail volumes.

Nearly one billion fewer pieces of mail were sent within Canada last year than in 2006, it says.

The post office and CUPW reached a collective agreement late last year after the union launched a series of rotating strikes in 2011, which the corporation countered by locking out its workforce.

The labour disruption was ended when the Harper government introduced back-to-work legislation.

One of Canada Post’s largest financial problems is a solvency deficit in its employee pension plan.

The deficit climbed to $5.9 billion in 2012 from $4.7 billion a year earlier. The agency is, by law,

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“It’s one of our bigger locations,” said Lussier.

Famoso customers place their orders at the counter but thereafter are served at their tables. They’re able to watch their meals being prepared.

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“Our oven is front and centre in the pizzeria, the stretching is front and centre, we toss the dough every once in a while.”

Famoso’s other offerings include sandwiches made with oven-baked dough, salads, custom-made gelato, tiramisu from Italy and specialty coffees. First-timers are urged to eat their pizza on site, said Lussier, explaining that the taste is far superior to that of a boxed pizza carried home. hrichards@reddeeradvocate.com

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“This places greater pressure on the financial position of Canada Post Corporation going forward,” the agency said.

The company has been focusing more on a digital initiative that includes an electronic mailbox that helps organize ebills.

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The former Central Alberta Co-op had a grocery store, home and agro centre, gas bar, cardlock and bulk petroleum station, and a fertilizer supply facility in Innisfail; and a grocery store, home centre, gas bar and cardlock station in Spruce View.

The new Co-op has more than 65,000 members, said Parks, and increased resources that should allow it to be more aggressive in its growth plans.

Projects planned for 2013 include a liquor store in Stettler and a cardlock fuel station near Castor, both of which could be completed by fall.

“We have all kinds of plans for the next two or three years,” added Parks, listing a gas bar in Blackfalds and a cardlock in Red Deer as among these.

One of the projects completed last year was redevelopment of the Co-op’s gas bar and convenience store at Deer Park Shopping Centre.

The resulting disruption in service hurt sales, said Parks, but customers are coming back.

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NEW YORK — Shares of Apple Inc. fell below $400 for the first time in a year and half on Wednesday, after a supplier hinted at a slowdown in iPhone and iPad production.

The stock was down $21.89, or 5.1 per cent, at $404.35 in early afternoon trading.

Earlier in the day, it hit $398.11, the lowest level since Dec. 2011.

The decline means Apple has —for now— lost its position as the world’s most valuable publicly traded company to Exxon Mobil Corp., which has a market capitalization a few billion dollars above Apple’s $380 billion price tag.

Late Tuesday, Cirrus Logic Inc., which supplies audio chips for the iPhone and iPad, said sales of a particular chip are slowing down as an

unnamed customer moves to a newer component.

Analyst Peter Misek at Jefferies & Co. said Cirrus’ news suggests a big decline in Apple sales in the April to June period.

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Apple does not comment on its suppliers’ announcements or its product plans.

It’s set to report results for the January to March quarter on Tuesday.

The latest decline in the stock comes after a bruising winter for Apple. The company’s stock is down 42 per cent from its all-time high of $705.07, hit on Sept. 21 when the iPhone 5 went on sale.

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COOK Robert J. 1939 - 2013 Robert J. Cook passed away suddenly in Red Deer on Thursday, March 14, 2013 at the age of 73 years. Bob will be lovingly remembered by Pat Cook and their children Bobby and Ronald of Red Deer, brother Grant (Sharon) and their children Jennifer and Rachel of Edmonton and brother-in-law Richard Bennett and his son Jaime. Bob was predeceased by his parents Jack and Eleanor and sister Linda. In honor of Bob, a memorial service will be held at Parkland Funeral Home, 6287 - 67A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer on Monday, April 22, 2013 at 1:00 p.m.

Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com Arrangements in care of Joelle Valliere, Funeral Director at PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer.

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LONG Sidney Bernard 1917-2013 Sid Long was born in Medicine Hat, Alberta on May 20, 1917. He passed away April 16, 2013 at the Lacombe Hospital’s Long Term Care Unit. Sid lived in Lacombe for 61 years where h e w o r k e d i n t h e C . P. Railway Station. He was a quiet man who enjoyed his family, sports and reading.

He is survived by his loving wife June of Lacombe, two sons; David and Douglas (Sharon), grandchildren Bradly, David and Nissa as well as his twin brother Stanley. At Sid’s request there will be no funeral service. If friends desire memorial contributions may be made to the Lacombe Ambulance Service 5432 56th Avenue, Lacombe, AB T4L 1E9. Expressions of sympathy may be made by visiting www.wilsonsfuneralchapel.ca WILSON’S FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM in charge of the arrangements.

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BARROS Velma Irene April 9, 1920 - April 11, 2013 Velma Irene Barros of Chateau Lac St Anne, Onoway AB passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, on April 11, 2013, at the age of 93. Velma was formerly a member of the Eastern Star and the United Church in A c a d i a Va l l e y, A B . S h e enjoyed farming with Leonard in Acadia Valley district until 1966. They moved to Lacombe, AB where she worked at Juniper Lodge and Juniper Emblems in many positions but liked accounting which she did until she retired in 1988. Velma and Leonard enjoyed camping at Wilderness Village, near Rocky Mountain House, for over 25 years.

She will always be remember for her caring ways and her lovely smile which lit up many rooms. She is survived by her children, Garry ( Ly n n e ) B a r r o s , A l b e r t a Beach; Geraldine Barros, Edmonton; Gwen (Tim) Hall, Edmonton; Gail (Gerry) Stuber, Innisfail; ten grandchildren, Daryl (Patty) Farnham, Darcy (Rose) Farnham, Brad Barros, Lori (Earl) Brooks, Lindsay (Kristen) Barros, Erin (Evan) Neil, Lee (Treena) Zelyck, Lorne (Kristin) Zelyck, Randy (Angela) Willson, and Carla McCrae. She is also survived by 23 great grandchildren, three sisters, Florence Gust, Hazel Hall, Betty Scarlet, 2 sisters in law, Florence Marr, Penny Barros. She was predeceased by her husband Leonard and parents Barney and Isabella Kreller. Velma will be laid to rest at a graveside service at Hillside Cemetery 580 - 1st Street SE Medicine Hat on April 20, 2013 at 1pm, next to her husband and parents. In lieu of flowers memorial tributes may be made directly to Heart and Stroke Foundation #202 5913 - 50 Ave Red Deer, AB 403-342-4435 Condolences to parklandfuneralservices.com PARKLAND FUNERAL SERVICES, Stony Plain, AB in care of arrangements.

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VIALA, Elisabeth Marie May 14, 1917 - Apr. 15, 2013

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ONOFRIECHUK Wes 1959 - 2013 Wesley “Wes” Allan Michael Onofriechuk of Red Deer, Alberta passed away at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre on Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at the age of 53 y e a r s . We s w a s b o r n i n Winnipeg, Manitoba and was raised in Olds, Alberta with two older brothers and one younger sister. After a severe accident at the age of 19 years, Wes took up residence at the Buffalo Hotel where he was known and loved by many in the downtown area.

In his younger years, Wes volunteered a lot of his time with the Boy Scouts and had a great love of trucks, snow machines and heavy equipment. Wes had a great sense of humor yet was very humble.

The humility he taught those in his life will forever be cherished. Wes’ love of the 70’s… the music, the trends; the carefree life will always be remembered, as well as his smile and contagious laughter. Wes will be lovingly remembered and sorely missed by his daughter Lacey Dulaney of Innisfail, brothers Sidney and Phil (Loreen) of Olds, sister Darlene (Aaron) Anderson of Red Deer as well as by his nieces and nephew, numerous extended family and m a n y, m a n y w o n d e r f u l friends.

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Wes’ life will be celebrated at the Buffalo Hotel, 5031 Ross Street, Red Deer on Friday, April 19, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. with interment to take place at Alto Reste Cemetery, Red Deer. Cremation has been entrusted to Parkland Funeral Home. Memorial contributions in Wes’ name may be made directly to the Buffalo Wellness Fund, Attention Sarah, 5031 R o s s S t r e e t , R e d D e e r, Alberta, T4N 1Y2. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com Arrangements in care Joelle Valliere, Funeral Director at PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer.

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Elisabeth Marie Viala passed away at the Red Deer Hospice on Monday, April 15, 2013. Our beloved “little mommy” was a loving, generous and supportive mother who made enormous sacrifices to ensure the success of her family.

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MEL KOENIG March 6, 1935 - Jan. 18, 2013 We are having a celebration in honor of Mel on April 19, 2013 at Red Deer Golf & Country Club from 2-4.

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In Memoriam POTTER In loving memory of Arlene who passed away April 17, 2012.

In my heart your memory lingers, Always tender, fond and true There’s not a day, dear mother I do not think of you.

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Elisabeth is survived by her daughters, Rita Innes (Rick) and Michelle Crothers (Dan); daughter-in-law, Marg Viala; grandchildren, Todd Innes (Heather), Sean Viala, Erin Viala and Rhiannon Crothers; great grandchildren, Sarah and James Innes; and by her brother, Marcel Perthuis.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Elisabeth’s honor may be made directly to the Red Deer Hospice Society, 99 Arnot Avenue, Red Deer, AB T4R 3S6 or to the Piper Creek Foundation, #301, 4719 - 48 Avenue, Red Deer, AB T4N 3T1. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.reddeerfuneralhome.com.

Peggy passed away peacefully surrounded by her f a m i l y. S h e i s l o v i n g l y remembered by Jack McCarty o f R e d D e e r, d a u g h t e r, Marilyn (Barry) Roche of Airdrie, son, Larry (Kristi) Lindholm of Calgary and daughter, Debbie (Dave) Miller of Beaumont, step-children; Ly l e ( C i n d y ) M c C a r t y o f Blackfalds and Cindy Wood of Red Deer. Peggy was a grandmother and great grandmother to eight grandchildren, six great grandchildren, and five step grandchildren. She is also s u r v i v e d b y h e r b r o t h e r, Herbert Keith, sister-in-law, Ethel Keith, both of Rimbey as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends. Peggy was predeceased by her grandson, Jason Argue in 2010. She was born and raised in the community of Rimbey but also lived for many years in Calgary then in Red Deer. She graduated from the Calgary School of Nursing in 1952 and spent many years providing loving care at the Rimbey Hospital.

She has a great love for rodeos and was very musically inclined. The family acknowledges the compassion and support of the staff in Unit 31 at the Red Deer Regional Hospital. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Black Knight Inn, Main Stage Second Canopy, 2929 50th Avenue, Red Deer, on Saturday, April 20th, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Peggy’s name may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 100-119 14 Street NW, Calgary, Alberta, T2N 1Z6. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.eventidefuneralchapels.com Arrangements entrusted to EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPEL 4820 - 45 Street, Red Deer.

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Our visits to local parks and events were enhanced by people who came forward to fondly reminisce about the role she played in their children’s lives. Elisabeth’s final years were greatly enriched by the friends she made while residing at Waskasoo Towers and the Parkvale and Pine Lodges.

Her deep Catholic faith was a source of strength and comfort throughout her life.

A Private family Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Reverend Father Martin Carroll presiding. Interment will follow at Alto Reste Cemetery.

LINDHOLM (nee Keith) Margaret (Peggy) Pauline Apr. 24, 1933 - Apr. 14, 2013

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Elisabeth was born on May 14, 1917 in Assiniboia, Saskatchewan to Camille and Philomene Perthuis, and spent a most happy childhood on the family farm. She married Joseph Viala in 1941; together they raised their three children on a farm near Willow Bunch, Saskatchewan and in Newton, British Columbia. Throughout her long life, Elisabeth was a homemaker, farm wife and co-owner of a motel/trailer park, but she often said the “best job in the world” was as a daycare operator. She just loved children.

She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph; son, Paul Viala; grandson, Guy Innes; and brothers, Gaston, Bernard and Richard.

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FROM Rose Lee (Staley) Jan. 2, 1934 - April 8, 2013 Loving wife, sister, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, teacher and dear friend to many, went to be with her Lord and Saviour on Monday night. Reunited with her Daddy and Mom, she now sings in a heavenly choir, songs of rejoicing. Rose Lee will be dearly missed, but her love and prayers will forever continue to touch our lives. A memorial service will be held at Bethany Baptist Church 3901 - 44 St., Red Deer, 1:30 pm, Saturday, April 20th. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations in Rose Lee’s name to Samaritan’s Purse, which was always dear to her heart, and/or the Red Deer Hospice Society, which provided a place of peace, love and support for us all. Special thanks to the staff and volunteers of Unit 32 at the Red Deer Regional Hospital and the Red Deer Hospice Society.

LUTZ Daniel Glen 1936-2013 Daniel Glen Lutz passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family at Red Deer Regional Hospital on Monday, April 15, 2013 at the age of 76 years. Dan was born in Red Deer, June 9, 1936 and enjoyed a career with the City of Red Deer Fire Dept. for 34 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Marion; son Greg (Deborah), Rick (Donna); grandchildren Derek, Dustin, Spencer, Robbie and Danny.

Dan was predeceased by his granddaughter Brittany in 1993. Dan is also survived by his sister Sharon (Roger) F r a s e r ; b r o t h e r s Wa y n e (Helen), William (Marjorie), Douglas (Dianne), Melvin (Tracy). It was Dan’s wish that there be no funeral service. A tea in Dan’s honor will be held at the Red Deer Legion Hall on Friday, April, 19, 2013 at 1:00 pm. If friends desire memorial donations may be made to Red Deer Firefighters Children’s Charity PO Box 535 Red Deer, AB. T4N 5G1.

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Janitorial

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Oilfield

800

Obituaries SERVICE RIG

CCCSI is hiring sanitation workers for the afternoon and evening shifts. Get paid weekly, $14.22/hr.

Call 403-348-8440 or fax 403-348-8463

Medical

790

CHEERFUL P/T Receptionist for intermittent shifts incl., most wknds.

Must be a multi tasker w/good mobility. Fax resume to 403-314-5307 F/T or P/T Pharmacy Technician position. IDA Pharmacy. Call Fran 403-392-6488 Celebrate your life with a Classified ANNOUNCEMENT

CALNAN, Mike Jan. 9, 1961 - Apr. 11, 2013 Michael Shaun “Mike” Calnan passed away at the University of Alberta Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta on Thursday, April 11, 2013 at the age of 52 years. Mike was born in Toronto, Ontario. He arrived to Red Deer, Alberta from Belleville, Ontario in the early 1980’s. Mike was ALWAYS a salesman. Customer satisfaction was extremely important to Mike in his business. He was more concerned with customer satisfaction rather than financial gain when conducting his business. Mike was an excellent pool player, loved horse racing, baccarat, and blackjack. He was a HUGE SPORTS FAN!!! Who loved watching football, baseball and especially the Los Angeles Kings NHL hockey club. He loved to sing and was a great guitar player, as well as, a wonderful cook, who enjoyed looking up new recipes and trying new foods.

He was an avid Christian, a firm believer in the word of God, and he worked towards becoming an ordained minister, he loved to spread the word of God. He was a very selfless man, and he was always putting others before his own needs.

Mike was a dog lover and he loved spending cherished time with his grandsons. Mike is survived by son; Robert (Jennifer) Calnan of Edmonton, daughter; Melanie (Jared) Buettner and their two sons Korbin and Kohen Buettner of Red Deer. Mike is also lovingly remembered by his Mother; Hazel Calnan and his brother; Pat (Sharon) Calnan, niece and nephew Ashton and John Calnan, his sister; Kathy, all of Belleville, Ontario, as well as his girlfriend Aicha of Edmonton. Mike was predeceased by his Father; James Calnan. A Celebration of Mike’s life will be held at the Word Of Life Centre, south end of Taylor Drive on England Way, Red Deer on Saturday, April 20, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. Memorial donations can be sent to the care of Melanie Buettner 40 Jones Crescent, Red Deer, AB T4P 4A8. Condolences may be sent or viewed at: www.parklandfuneralhome.com Arrangements in care Gordon R. Mathers, Funeral Director at PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040

Oilfield

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Restaurant/ Hotel

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HOLIDAY INN Red Deer South, Gasoline Alley Is Seeking

FRONT DESK CLERK * Answer phone calls * Take reservations * Check in/out Guests Locally based, home every * Balance cash out night! Qualified applicants & Attend to guest needs must have all necessary $ 14.00/hr valid tickets for the position HOUSEKEEPING ROOM being applied for.

ATTENDANT Bearspaw offers a * Clean and vacuum rooms very competitive salary public areas pool etc. and benefits package * Replenish amenities, along with a steady linens & towels work schedule. * Adhere to Holiday Inn Please submit resumes: safety standards Attn: Human Resources $ 14.00/hr Email: All positions are hr@bearspawpet.com Shift Work & weekends Fax: (403) 258-3197 or Fax resume Mail to: Suite 5309, 780 - 702-5051 333-96 Ave. NE LUAU Investments Ltd. Calgary, AB T3K 0S3 (O/A Tim Hortons) Food Counter Attendant WANTED F/T shift work (open 24 hrs) EXPERIENCED Must be avail. weekends CLASS 3 $11.00 per hour.

VAC/steamer Truck driver.

4217 - 50 Ave. Lacombe area, 6721 - 50 Ave. HOME EVERY NIGHT. 7111 - 50 Ave. Fax resume to 403-704-1442 timhire@telus.net Bearspaw Petroleum Ltd is seeking an exp’d FLOORHAND

850

Trades

* Concrete Finishers * General Labourers Top Wages paid based on experience. Full Benefits and Uniform Package included. Visit our website for more detailed job descriptions at www. eaglebuilders.ca. Applicants are able to apply online or fax resumes to Human Resources 403 885 5516 or e-mail: HR@eaglebuilders.ca.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES CENTRAL CITY ASPHALT LTD.

Class 1 & 3 Drivers Tractor Operators Loader Operator Labourers Flag People Fax resume: 403-885-5137 Email resume: office@ccal.com

Requires

* F/T Safety Officer with oilfield experience * F/T Structural and Apprentice welders with tank manufacturing experience Please email: Darryl@furixenergy.com or fax to 403-348-8109.

is now hiring for the following positions:

* Downhole Tool Supervisors * Coil Tubing Rig Managers * Crane Truck Operators * Nitrogen Pump Operators * Fluid Pump Operators * Mechanics

SLOPED ROOFERS LABOURERS & FLAT ROOFERS LUCKY’S LOUNGE located in Jackpot Casino, requires Experienced F/T Servers.

Please apply in person at 4950 47 Ave. No phone calls please TDL GROUP CORP O/A TIM HORTONS 6020 67th Street, Red Deer, AB T4P 3M1 Food Counter Attendants Full Time/Shift Work Nights/Overnights/Early Mornings/Weekends $11.00/hour Email resume applyab@timhortons.com or fax 403-203-7430

850

Eagle Builders is expanding its facility to double production. We are currently seeking the following to join our team in Blackfalds for all shifts:

GOODMEN ROOFING LTD. Wise Intervention Services Inc.

Trades

Valid Driver’s Licence preferred. Fax or email info@goodmenroofing.ca or (403)341-6722 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!

IMMEDIATE OPENING

ARMOR INC

Phoenix Oilfield Rentals Ltd. is a progressive well funded and growing company with an excellent reputation for reliable equipment as well as safe and professional work standards. Phoenix is currently seeking a field/shop apprentice mechanic for our Red Deer branch. Phoenix also has branches in Grande Prairie and Ft. Nelson serving Alberta and B.C. A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license are required. The ability to multi task in a fast paced environment, proven ability to organize tasks and manage time, willingness to learn and strong interaction skills as well as First Aid and H2S tickets would be an asset. Knowledge of gensets and pumps would be an advantage. This fulltime permanent position would begin immediately, competitive wage depending on experience with benefit package after 3 months. e-mail resumes and copy of tickets to: humanresources@ phoenixrentals.ca or fax to:(780) 986-0763

Tar-ific Construction has a F/T position avail. for a 1st or 2nd yr.

H.D. Mechanic. We offer competitive wages, combined with a deluxe benefit pckg. Drop resume at 7809 48 Ave. or fax to 403-340-1246 email tarific@telusplanet.net

is looking for licensed diesel Competitive wages and & suspension mechanic benefits. Priority given to for light duty automotive applicants with relevant performance shop. experience, Class 1 Diesel and transmission Drivers license and valid exp. preferred.

Core Laboratories Petroleum oilfield tickets.

Top wages offered.

Services Division is the Bring resume to: world’s most recognized Wise is a leading oilfield 106 -6439 67 St. RD and highly respected rock services provider that is Phone 403-346-9188 or email and fluid analysis laboratory committed to quality and donavan@armorinc.ca serving the oil and gas safety excellence. By emTRUE POWER ELECTRIC industry. We require an powering positive attitudes, Requires LOOKING for individual for field beliefs, perceptions and bricklayer/stone mason. sampling in the Red Deer values, our employees 403-302-0797 QUALIFIED area. The individual will be care for the success of one based Red Deer. The another.

LOOKING for Experienced 3rd and 4th yr. successful candidate will Please forward all resumes Framers for framing and JOURNEYMAN be responsible for to: jobs@wiseisi.com or by THE RUSTY PELICAN is metal farm commercial ELECTRICIANS sampling gas/oil wells and fax to 403-340-1046 buildings. 403-318-6406 now accepting resumes for gas plants and be part of a a well experienced LOOKING for Framers/ With Residential roughin team responsible for F/T SERVER ALSO carpenters 403-357-9816 exp. Competitive wages developing and maintaining F/T BARTENDER. & benefits. markets in the Reservoir Professionals Must have experience!

OPPORTUNITIES FOR Fax resume to: Fluids Division.

Apply within: 2079-50 EMPLOYMENT WTIH TJ 403-314-5599 Ave. 2-4 pm. Mon.-Fri. PAVING. Looking for EYEWEAR The individual will possess Start your career!

Fax 403-347-1161 Phone Exp`d Class 1 Driver to LIQUIDATORS excellent interpersonal See Help Wanted calls WILL NOT be accepted. move equipment and haul requires skills, be self starter and material. Exp`d Asphalt WATER WELL DRILLING OPTICAL ASSISTANT team player and have Roller Operator. Exp`d Sales & COMPANY IN BENTLEY Training provided. strong mechanical and Skid Steer Operator. Comp.

REQ’S EXPERIENCED Apply in person with problem solving skills. A Distributors Wages. Great working resume to: 4924 59 St. BSc/College graduate or WATER WELL atmosphere. FAX Resume Red Deer, AB. related industry experience to 403-346-8404 or email 1693338 Alberta LTD o/a DRILLERS HELPER and valid driver’s license is tjpaving@hotmail.com Xtreme Pinook Hiring with class 3, air. All safety ZEN MASSAGE CLINIC Sales required.

Supervisor-retail at tickets required.

Opening soon.

PERMOLEX Please respond Parkland Mall, Red Deer, Meal and Accommodation Looking for registered is looking for a referencing #52133.

AB. Experience - min 2 provided when out of town. massage therapists.

Journeyman years, Good English.

Fax resume with drivers 403-348-5650 Interested applicants Supervise and co-ordinate abstract: 403-748-3015 Electrician should forward their sales staff F/Time, Perm, You have: resumes to: Shifts, Weekends Plant Maintenance experiCore Laboratories Canada Ltd. Restaurant/ Salary - $19.00 hourly ence with Allen Bradley Hotel 2810 12th Street N.E. E-mail: PLC, Motor diagnosis, Calgary, Alberta T2E 7P7 Reachiesales@gmail.com VFD and Soft starters and Fax: 403-250-5120 BOULEVARD Scale systems.

L&N Your No.1 Supplier Ltd. Email: ps.calgary.recruiting Restaurant & We are currently seeking o/a Himalayan Secret @corelab.com Ability to work safely in a full time Lounge in Red-Deer, team environment with LOCAL SERVICE CO. Req’s F/T Shift sales people Site Managers.

Gasoline Alley other Trades people, REQ’S EXP. VACUUM for Cosmetics Responsibilities include; Red Deer County Operators, Contractors TRUCK OPERATOR & Make-Up. $14/hr. supervision and coordinaFood & Beverage and Apprentices.

Must have Class 3 licence & Supervisor with 1 to 2 tion of all site activities.

Server w/air & all oilfield tickets. years experience $17.50/hr.

Maintaining schedules, Able to recommend $12.25/hr.

Fax resume w/drivers Email: multiple site personnel and To provide Food & Bever- himalayancanada@gmail.com changes for improvements abstract to 403-886-4475 trades, enforce safety and provide input for age service, handle policy and ensure the projects. cashiering, arrange and project is completed within setup the outlet. maintain contract specifications and Trades Must be a pro-active cleanliness and hygiene. scope. The successful individual with a sense of candidate will have excepCook ownership to all the duties tional communication, $14.00/HR. Carpenters/ with Safety as the priority. interpersonal and To prepare and cook all Cabinet Makers organizational skills. They food up to standard, clean PRESSURE F/T P/T Piecework or Hrly Must have a strong work will be able to handle a fast CONTROL SPECIALIST kitchen and maintain hyon site & in millwork shop. ethic, with a solid troublepaced work environment giene follow recipes, assist Nexus Engineering is admin@ davcointeriors shooting ability on a wide and be a team player. in receiving and storing currently seeking a .com F: 403.887.7589 variety of systems.

Applicants must have a Kitchen Helper mechanical individual for min. of 3-5 yrs. exp. and $11/hr their shop to perform Successful applicant will Journeyperson Certificate.

To clean kitchen following testing of all BOP’s and need a strong desire to Email your cover letter safety and hygiene Pressure Control continually learn about the and resume to Equipment. Duties include standards. Clean utensils, position, and apply yourinfo@tcdi.ca cutlery, crockery and heavy lifting, manual labour, self to the improvement of Application deadline: glassware items. operating forklift and all areas of the plant on April 24th, 2013.

Clean floors.

COOK Contracting Ltd. overtime as necessary. daily basis.

Assist in prep. is now hiring the following: We offer a competitive wage, All positions are benefits and RRSP plan.

Must be able to work in a Truckers/ Shift Work & Weekends. • Steel Stud Framers Experience is not mandatory, fast paced environment Fax resume 780-702-5051 • D r y w a l l B o a r d e r s & where decisions must be Drivers but a definite asset.

Tapers Email resume to: resume made, and actions must be DAD’S PIZZA • Apprentices & Labourers taken in a timely, safe and DO you want regular home @nexusengineering.ca times, dedicated truck, a PART/FULL TIME COOK professional manner company that cares, beneQ-TEST Apply at East 40th Pub. For commercial construcfits, exc. wages, safety 3811 40th Ave. tion projects in Red Deer & INSPECTION LTD. Strong organizational Fort McMurray. Must have abilities with planning work bonus, year round steady Is now accepting applicawork? We are looking for a valid drivers license and tions for CEDOS tasks on a daily, monthly CLASS 1 drivers for flat be reliable. Please fax Better than average and annual basis. deck work. Must know your resumes and include wages. Benefits after 3 cargo securement, be hard references to mos..Phone 403-887-5630 Ideal candidate will be a working and enjoy driving 403-341-3717. You can Fax : 403-887-3297 or journeyman electrician with as you visit the 4 western also call the office at email: qtestltd@telus.net plant, emergency system, provinces. Please contact 403-347-9909, Bruce cell plc and/or instrumentation 1-877-787-2501 or fax reF/T & P/T RATTRAY Reclamation or Barry cell experience.

KITCHEN HELPERS 403-598-6670 Ltd is seeking a versatile sume to 1-855-784-2330 403-598-6671 Wages $12./hr. individual with a backPlease fax your resume to TOO MUCH STUFF? Apply in Person ground in farming duties.

Permolex at fax number Let Classifieds w/resume to: The position will involve (403) 346-2662 attention help you sell it.

BLACKJACK LOUNGE minimal disturbance lease Ray or email #1, 6350 - 67 St. construction and reclamarweleschuk@ NEED experienced Class Phone/Fax: 403-347-2118 tion in the central Alberta permolex.com 1 drivers for short and long area. Duties will include haul. Runs AB., SASK, HOLIDAY INN operating tractors and Manitoba & BC various attachments, EXPRESS DAYSHIFT Please call fencing and other manual RED DEER PROMAX TRANSPORT QC Person labour, Competitive wages Is seeking at 227-2712 or fax resume and benefits are available, FRONT DESK CLERK w/abstract 403-227-2743 Nexus Engineering is current oilfield safety * Answer phone calls Currently looking for tickets are an asset. * Take reservations SIDING INSTALLER DAYSHIFT QC PERSON Please email resume to * Check in/out Guests with or without trailer & drattray@rattrayrec.com or Balance cash out tools. F.T. year round • Must be able to read fax to (403)-934-5235 & Attend to guest needs m e a s u r i n g d e v i c e s work, must have truck and $14.00/hr. a n d b l u e p r i n t s f o r 2 yrs. exp. 90 cents - $1 per sq.ft. 403-358-8580 inspection of machined HOUSEKEEPING ROOM THE TASTY BAKERY parts.

WANTED Apprenticeship ATTENDANT DELIVERY PERSON Welder, 1st or 2nd year. * Clean and vacuum Permanent P/T required We offer competitive Good hours, competetive rooms, public areas, pool SERVICE RIG 3-4 hrs. per day 4 days/wk wages, benefits and wage & benefit package. etc.

Bearspaw Petroleum Ltd Apply in person Bay #1, a RRSP plan.

Fax resume to: Replenish amenities, is seeking a DRILLER. 2319 Taylor Drive, Please forward resumes to 403-309-3360 linens & towels Locally based, home every night! (directly behind Nutters) resume@ * Adhere to Holiday Inn Qualified applicants must nexusengineering.ca safety stardands have all necessary valid Misc. $14.00/hr. tickets for the position DSM INC. Help All positions are Shift work being applied for. looking for laborers, & weekends Bearspaw offers a in the Innisfail area.

Fax Resume to: very competitive salary Salary is $14.75/hr. Fax 780-702-5051 and benefits package resume to: 403-314-0676. along with a steady work schedule.

Restaurant/ Please submit resumes: Hotel Attn: Human Resources Email: hr@ Duties include: bearspawpet.com - Service Writing Fax: (403) 258-3197 or Mail to: Suite 5309, - Warranty Administration 333-96 Ave. NE - Service Scheduling Calgary, AB T3K 0S3

Core Laboratories Canada Ltd. Field Sampler

810

830

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WHAT’S HAPPENING

CLASSIFICATIONS

CLASSIFICATIONS

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700-920

Coming Events

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LOST mans wallet, beige with brown trim, downtown Ask for Sam 403-346-8858 LOST: GERMAN SHEPHERD, mostly black with some tan. Approx 40-42 kg (90-95 lbs), slim build with a slight limp on his rear left leg. 2 1/2 year old neutered male wearing a dark grey collar with Pathways Animal Clinic rabies tag #1 and has a tattoo in one ear (YPW 31).

He went missing from his farm yard north of Markerville April 11. He is a bit shy of unfamiliar males, but is generally friendly.

His name is Kannuk. If you see him please contact me at ****FOUND***

Companions

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WANTED A GIRLFRIEND for fun times,. between the ages of 30-50, slim F, very discreet, reply to Box 1038 c/o The Red Deer Advocate, 2950 Bremner ave. Red Deer, T4N 5G3

Personals

60

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 403-347-8650 COCAINE ANONYMOUS 403-304-1207 (Pager)

Legal

780

Caregivers/ Aides

710

P/T F. caregiver wanted for F quad. Must be reliable and have own vehicle. 403-348-5456 or 403-505-7846

PHOENIX OILFIELD RENTALS LTD is a privately owned company which offers a wide variety of rental equipment and servicing of that equipment by certified mechanics.

Phoenix is safety conscious, while striving for an ambitious and progressive attitude towards customer satisfaction.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Phoenix is moving to Red Deer in the spring.

We have an immediate opening for a

Billing Administrator

Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY

DUTIES: - Collect current billing days from customers.

- Prepare and review rental invoices for customers.

- Obtain necessary Clerical approvals and follow up on outstanding invoices.

- Track company equipment.

- Enter invoices into customer’s databases.

(For select customers) Downton’s Transport Ltd. - Perform clerical duties is currently seeking a receptionist/administrative such as maintain filing and assistant for their office in record system.

- Relief Reception.

Lacombe. This is a QUALIFICATIONS: permanent full-time position, available immediately. - Oilfield administration experience.

The ideal candidate will have a friendly, outgoing - Accounts receivables experience. personality and personable, professional - Computer experience.

Able to work independently phone manner. Strong & with minimal supervision. attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability - Detail oriented, team player & have a positive attitude. and willingness to take initiative and multitask Please send resume to: when necessary are humanresources@ required attributes. phoenixrentals.ca.

Responsibilities will Please state salary include basic bookkeeping expectations in your reply duties such as accounts Looking for a new pet? payable and receivable and the reconciliation of Check out Classifieds to related accounts.Candifind the purrfect pet. dates must demonstrate strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook). Dental Please deliver resume in person to 4514 46 Ave, DAY DENTAL, Innisfail, Lacombe, AB. requires a F/T RDA for a Looking for a place maternity leave, with the to live? possibility of a permanent Take a tour through the position. Please email CLASSIFIEDS resumes to admin@ daydental.ca

720

740

F/T RDA req’d at

Southpointe Dental to work with our new dentist Dr. Baker.

Please drop off resume or email spdental@telus.net

Tired of Standing?

Find something to sit on in Classifieds

LEGAL ASSISTANT Johnston Ming Manning LLP has a full time Legal Assistant position available in our Real Estate Department.

This position requires someone who displays a team player outlook, effective communication skills, the ability to multi-task, and the ability to work in a fast paced environment. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working in a law firm, and a minimum of 3 years experience working as a Legal Assistant in residential real estate.

We offer an excellent working environment, a great benefit package, and the opportunity for personal and professional growth.

Please respond in confidence with a cover letter and resume to:

JOHNSTON MING MANNING LLP We would like to thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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3rd Floor, 4943 50th St., Red Deer, AB.,T4N 1Y1 Fax: (403) 342-9173 Email: hr@jmmlawrd.ca

IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR EXP’D. DENTAL RECEPTIONIST. We offer competitive wages & flexible hours.

Please drop off resume ATT’N: Marina at Bower Dental Centre or email: marina@bowerdental.com

850

860

880

UNC

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760

ADAM & EVE UNISEX REQ’S F/T HAIR CUTTING PERSONNEL. Above average earnings.

Submit resume in person at Parkland Mall.

Buying or Selling your home?

Check out Homes for Sale in Classifieds

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SERVICE WRITER

KFC requires

Water management company looking to hire a qualified

Foreman/Supervisor

Hair Stylists

BEN

Experience preferred but willing to train the right candidate. Must be able to organize crews and get things done in a timely matter. The right candidate will start out at $100,000.00+/year, with company truck, benefits and bonuses. Work is in the Edson, Fox Creek, Whitecourt area. Hiring immediately. Please forward resumes for review to hrmng@hotmail.ca

DELIVERY DRIVERS

Daytime and Evening Shifts Available

Apply by: Fax: (403) 341-3820 or in person at Downtown KFC 4834-53 St., Red Deer

- Maintaining Paper Flow Attributes: - Outgoing - Organized - Mechanically Inclined - Computer Proficient - Previous Experience A Must

• This is a career position.

• Salary based on experience and ability.

• Profit sharing and company benefits.

Apply by: Email: bill@unclebensrv.com Fax: (403) 346-1055 or drop off resume, Attn: Bill/Service

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880

ADULT or YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED For delivery of Flyers, Express and Sunday Life in Michener Area West of 40th Ave. North Ross St. to 52 Street. $236/monthly Good for adult with small car.

ONLY 4 DAYS A WEEK

Call Jamie 403-314-4306 info Classifieds...costs so little Saves you so much!

ADULT or YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED For delivery of Flyers, Express and Sunday Life in ROSEDALE AREA Richards Crsc.

Richards Close Ray Ave. $58/mo.

ALSO Russell Crsc. and part of Richards Crsc. $63/mo.

Timberstone Area Timothy Drive Towers Close Turner Crsc.

Tobin Gt. $110/mo.

Lancaster Area East half of Lampard Crsc. $61/mo.

ALSO Landry Bend Lacey Close & Lenon Close area $76/mo.

Good for adult with small car.

ONLY 4 DAYS A WEEK

Call Jamie 403-314-4306 info

ADULT & YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED for delivery of Flyers Red Deer Express & Red Deer Life Sunday in GRANDVIEW MORRISROE MOUNTVIEW WEST PARK Call Karen for more info 403-314-4317 ALBERTA SPRINGS GOLF RESORT Req’s Full and Part Time outside grounds staff.

Fax resume to 403-342-5995 stephen@ albertaspringsgolf.com

Carriers Needed Oriole Park Morning delivery 6 days /wk by 6:30 a.m.

Misc.

Help

880

Misc.

Help

Currently seeking Newspaper carrier for morning delivery

NEWSPAPER CARRIERS REQUIRED

6 DAYS PER WK. ( Monday - Saturday)

For afternoon delivery once per week

in the town of Olds Earn $500+ for hour and a half per day.

Must have own vehicle.

18+ Needed ASAP

Central Alberta’s Largest Car Lot in Classifieds

Bicycles

and looking for P/T & F/T Staff to work in the garden centre. Should have knowledge of plants.

Able to work weekends.

Apply in person w/resume to Dentoom’s Greenhouses Hwy 11A 1/2 km west of Hwy 2 corner of Range Road 275 FT CASHIER required Heritage Esso. Cash handling, receiving, stocking, cleaning washrooms, store, carwash, parking lot.

Some high school, computer literate, some experience. Able to work w/o supervision, any shift. $10-$12 Mail resume to 6020-67 St, RD T4P3M1 Fax 403-348-0972 FULL TIME MAINTENANCE AND LABOUR PERSON REQUIRED ASAP. Knowledge of Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Painting.

Must have own tools, own vehicle an asset with valid drivers license.

Monday - Friday 8 - 5.

Come and join our team.

Please fax resume 403-346-1086 GRAYSON EXCAVATING LTD. requires experienced foremen, pipelayers, equipment operators, Class 1 drivers, topmen and general labourers for installation of deep utilities (water and sewer). Fax resume to (403)782-6846 or e-mail to: info@ graysonexcavating.com

Cameras & Accessories

1570

SONY handicam, exc. cond. $200 obo 403-307-1586

The Town of Olds No collecting!

Packages come ready for delivery!

Also for the afternoon in Town of Penhold!

Also afternoon delivery in Town of Springbrook 1 day per wk.

No collecting!!

Please contact QUITCY

at 403-314-4316 or email qmacaulay@ reddeeradvocate.com

Competitive starting wages plus regular increases.

Hours: M-F 7:30am-4:30pm Excellent benefits package. Opportunities to advance. Must be dependable, hardworking and seeking a long-term career. Apply in person, or email to: hartleytj@eecol.com 4747 - 61st Street

900

OILFIELD TICKETS

Industries #1 Choice!

“Low Cost” Quality Training

403.341.4544

(across from Totem)

CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS

Career Planning

THE BURNT LAKE GENERAL STORE is looking for F/T Customer Service person for shift work. Please apply in person, Hwy. 11 West.

No phone calls please.

920

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INDIVIDUAL & BUSINESS Accounting, 30 yrs. of exp. with oilfield service companies, other small businesses and individuals RW Smith, 346-9351

Cleaning

1070

ANN’S Cleaning Services - Weekly & bi-weekly.

Homes & Offices 302-0488

Contractors

1100

Black Cat Concrete Garage/patios/rv pads sidewalks/driveways Dean 403-505-2542

CUSTOM HOMES

Wes Wiebe 403-302-1648 DALE’S Home Reno’s Free estimates for all your reno needs. 403-506-4301 OVERHEAD DOORS & operators installed 391-4144

Escorts

1165

EDEN 587-877-7399 10am-midnight EROTICAS PLAYMATES Girls of all ages 598-3049 www.eroticasplaymates.net LEXUS 392-0891 *BUSTY* INDEPENDENT w/own car

1165

The Ultimate Playmates.

Misc.

Services

1290

5* JUNK REMOVAL

Property clean up 340-8666

Never rushed. Come in and get the attention you have been missing in your life. #1 body rub in Red Deer. 403-986-SEXY (7399)

Handyman Services

1200

IRONMAN Scrap Metal Recovery is picking up scrap again! Farm machinery, vehicles and industrial.

Serving central Alberta.

403-318-4346

BUSY B’S HANDYMAN SERVICES LTD. Moving & Spring & summer bookings.

Res./com. Your full service handyman. Brian 403-598-3857

Massage Therapy

1280

FANTASY MASSAGE International ladies

Now Open

Specials. 11 a.m.-3 a.m.

Private back entry. 403-341-4445 MASSAGE ABOVE ALL WALK-INS WELCOME 4709 Gaetz Ave. 346-1161

VII MASSAGE

Feeling overwhelmed?

Hard work day?

Pampering at its best. #7 7464 Gaetz Ave. www.viimassage.biz In/Out Calls to Hotels.

403-986-6686

Storage

1300

BOXES? MOVING? SUPPLIES? 403-986-1315

Seniors’ Services

1372

ATT’N: SENIORS Are you looking for help on small jobs, around the house such as roof snow removal, bathroom fixtures, painting or flooring Call James 403- 341-0617 HELPING HANDS For Seniors. Cleaning, cooking, companionship - in home or in facility.

Call 403-346-7777 or visit helpinghandshomesupport.com for information.

Yard Care

1430

New South location SPRING LAWN CLEANUP 5003A -50 St. 348-5650

1620 1630

TRAILERS for sale or rent Job site, office, well site or storage. Skidded or wheeled. Call 347-7721.

Farmers' Market

1650

ALBERTA LAMB! Fresh, frozen. Locally grown.

Locally butchered.

Phone 403-782-4095

Firewood

1660

Spruce, Pine, Spilt, Dry. 7 days/wk. 403-304-6472 FIREWOOD. Pine, Spruce, Poplar. Can deliver 1-4 cords. 403-844-0227

LOGS

Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar.

Price depends on location.

Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346 Now Offering Hotter, Cleaner BC Birch. All Types. P.U. / del. Lyle 403-783-2275

Garden Supplies

1680

60 TOPPING onion sets, also called winter onions,potted, ready to plant 2/$1, lawn sprinkler $5; box of assorted flower pots $8 403-314-2026

Household Appliances

1710

APPLS. reconditioned lrg. selection, $150 + up, 6 mo. warr. Riverside Appliances 403-342-1042

Household Furnishings

1720

CHAIR, Queen Anne, rose color, $50; bench chair, $25. Both like new.

403-343-6772 LOVE SEATS (2), 2 end tables, 2 lamps. Exc. cond.

All for $150. 403-343-6772

WANTED

1730

PS 2 w/6 games $60 obo SONY mini stereo w/remote $40 obo.

403-782-3847

CLASSIFICATIONS 1000-1430

Escorts

Call 403-304-0678

1760

1840

Dogs

F1 LABRA DOODLES, F1B GOLDEN DOODLES puppies. Visit www.furfettishfarm.ca text 306-521-1371 or call 403-919-1370

Sporting Goods

Misc. for Sale

1760

2 BOXES of assorted authors (Western) books $50 obo 403-782-3847 2- Cree Indian Medicine man’s sheild 26x36” , $85 each, 403-347-7405 handmade 4’ D very decorative composed of tiny pieces of furs must see and handled to believe the b e a u t y $ 1 9 5 ; 403-347-7405 4 GLASS goblets diamond pattern on pedestals 4/$16; oval bowl, mother of pearl antique, $45; Chinese evergreen $4; X-mas cactus, $10; 8 pc. sets cup/saucer bone china rose pattern all/$16; 12 ramekin dishes, clear glass diamond cut all/$9; 8 water glasses diamond cut all $6; 6 tall sherry style glasses all/$4/50 403-314-2026 HANDMADE 4’ D very decorative composed of tiny pieces of furs must see and handled to believe the beauty $195; 403-347-7405 LIFETIME treasure you must see to appreciate the beautiful museum type showcase relics, time relics, Sioux Indian Holyman shield, 29” L x36W $125; one Blackfoot Indian Medicine man’s sheild, 33”x 25” $95; 403-347-7405 MOVING - Must sell ultramafic adjustable bed, air hockey table, china cabinet, 2 single bed frames, deep freeze.

403-986-3206 for info.

PLACEMATS 6 cream coloured, cloth. $12. 403-314-9603 SINGLE comforter with bedskirt and sham $20 obo 403-782-3847

1860

ROLLER Skates ladies size 7, inclds. helmet, elbow/knee pads $10 403-340-1120

Travel Packages

1900

TRAVEL ALBERTA Alberta offers SOMETHING for everyone.

Make your travel plans now.

AGRICULTURAL

CLASSIFICATIONS

FORK LIFT, Komatsu. 2000 lb. rating $3500. 403-347-6455

Stereos TV's, VCRs

services 1010

EquipmentMisc.

Antiques, furniture and estates. 342-2514

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Accounting

JEAN JACKET Tommy Hilfiger, size Medium. Good cond. $30 403-314-9603 NEW ladies Power Walk runners size 9 $20 403-340-1120 SUEDE JACKET, chocolate brown.

From Boutique of Leathers, Large. Good cond. $40.

403-314-9603

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TRAINING CENTRE

24 Hours Toll Free 1.888.533.4544

mencing immediately and ending June 1, 2013.

Duties include planting seedlings, watering plants, moving plants from one area to another, loading plants onto carts and loading trucks. This position is labor intensive and includes working weekends and some evenings (approx.

65 hrs./wk.). Must have own transportatin. We will train. Wage is $11.50/hr.

Fax resume to 403-885-4147 or email to: ar-cag@telus.net.

Please note that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

1590

AFFORDABLE

SAFETY

R H2S Alive (ENFORM) R First Aid/CPR R Confined Space GREENHOUSE WORKERS R WHMIS & TDG BLACKFALDS R Ground Disturbance Central AB Greenhouses We have some seasonal R (ENFORM) B.O.P. positions available com#204, 7819 - 50 Ave.

Clothing

EquipmentHeavy

Warehouse Shipper/ Receiver

Employment Training

1540

NORCO aluminum frame mountain bike, large frame Used 2 mos. New $875.

Asking $425. 403-740-0070 SPORTEK bike, 1 spd. balloon tires. Almost new. $125. 403-740-0070

NEWSPAPER CARRIERS REQUIRED for DENTOOMS GREEN HOUSES OPENING MAY 1

Misc. for Sale

1810

Call Rick for more info 403-314-4303

reddeer advocate.com

1520

3060

Suites

1530

Blackfalds Lacombe Ponoka Stettler

Call Quitcy 403-314-4316 qmacaulay@

Antiques & Art

MAKE UP TABLE, maple, TIM Horton Bunn coffee 2 BDRM. adult bldg, free o a k s i d e t a b l e , o a k maker sold; large cockatiel laundry, very clean, quiet, dresser, 403-346-4307 cage with stand $25; new- lrg. suite, Avail now or May er plastic canary cage 1 $900/mo., S.D. $650. sold, small bird cage sold Call 403-304-5337 403-340-1120 Auctions 2 BDRM. bsmt, suite, avail WEBBER bbq, good cond. immed. $825 + 1/3 utils. asking $100, 403-872-3400 Bud Haynes & 403-346-4307 2 BDRM., Anders. legal Co. Auctioneers bsmt. suite, separate ent., Certified Appraisers 1966 Pets & sep. laundry, central vac.

Estates, Antiques, N/S, no pets, $900. + D.D. Supplies Firearms.

Incl. utils. & internet.

Bay 5, 7429-49 Ave. 403-598-3516 LARGE bird cage on stand 347-5855 incl. accessories, $45 obo 47A AVE, 403-347-0293

In the towns of:

LIVE in caretaker req’d. for 13 unit condo in Red Deer.

Reply to mmccrd@yahoo.ca

Please call Joanne at 403-314-4308

880

278950A5

Misc.

Help

2000-2290

Farm Equipment

2010

MF 5465 tractor, fwd, 100 hp, 650 hrs. like new 403-347-5431

Poultry

2130

LIVE YEAR OLD LAYING hens for sale, Phone 403-782-4095

Horses

2140

WANTED: all types of horses. Processing locally in Lacombe weekly.

403-651-5912

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rentals CLASSIFICATIONS FOR RENT • 3000-3200 WANTED • 3250-3390

Acreages/ Farms

3010

5 BDRM. house acreage, 10 min. S. of Pine Lake & 40 min. SE of Red Deer. $1650, $800 d.d. utils. incl., 1 month last month rent, 1 yr. leasing, references & record of employment. No house pets. Avail. June 1 403-442-2631 or 357-9909

Houses/ Duplexes

3020

Lots For Sale

4160

112 ACRES of bare land, located in Burnt Lake area structure plan, great investment property with future subdivision potential. Asking 1.2M 403-304-5555

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME in Clive, 60’x140’ serviced lot with alley access. .19 acre in newer dev. neighborhood, great location. Less than 15 mts. to Prentiss. Joffre and Lacombe. Offered at $59,900.

Phone 03-782-1879 or close to downtown 4403-357-2533.

2 bdrm, 1 bath. w/ balcony.

Coin-op laundry, Family FULLY SERVICED friendly. NO PETS. May 1st res & duplex lots in Lacombe. $895 & Power, SD $895 Builders terms or owner Hearthstone 403-314-0099 will J.V. with investors or Or 403-396-9554 subtrades who wish to become home builders. Great returns. Call 403-588-8820

Pinnacle Estates

ADULT 2 BDRM. spacious suites 3 appls., heat/water incld., Oriole Park.

403-350-1620 Gloria FULL, newly reno’d bsmt. suite, 2 bdrms, inclds. utils, washer/dryer, some furniture, 1.5 blks. from Bower Mall, tenant employed, cat friendly 403-347-7817 LARGE, 1, 2 & 3 BDRM. SUITES. 25+, adults only n/s, no pets 403-346-7111

(Blackfalds) You build or bring your own builder. Terms avail.

403-304-5555

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wheels CLASSIFICATIONS 5000-5300

MODERN SUITE FOR Automotive MATURE ADULTS Services Lower walk-out suite 2 bdrms, 1 bath, 6 appls. No pets.

N/S. In-suite laundry. $1150 & UTIL; SD $1150; Avail May 1st.

Hearthstone 403-314-0099 Or 403-396-9554

MORRISROE MANOR

1 & 2 bdrm., Avail. immed.

Adult bldg. N/S No pets 403-755-9852

THE NORDIC

1 & 2 bdrm. adult building, N/S. No pets.

403-596-2444

Warehouse Space

3140

WAREHOUSE FOR SALE OR LEASE

5010

3190

LACOMBE new park, animal friendly. Your mobile or ours. 2 or 3 bdrm.

Excellent 1st time home buyers. 403-588-8820

2010 MAZDA 3 GT sunroof 33986 kms., $15888.

348-8788 Sport & Import

Antique & Classic Autos

5020

1983 FORD Mustang convertible, 5 L, 5 spd. p.w., cruise control, red/white. 79,000 kms. summer driven only. $6500. 403-728-3427

Cars

5030

homes

2007 MERCEDES BENZ GL320 4matic, lthr., nav., sunroof, $31888.

348-8788 Sport & Import Something for Everyone Everyday in Classifieds

4020

2005 MINI COOPER lthr., 5 FREE Weekly list of spd, 77596 kms., $17888. properties for sale w/details, 348-8788 Sport & Import prices, address, owner’s 1/2 DUPLEX, 2 bdrm. c/w phone #, etc. 342-7355 2005 FORD Focus 4 dr, stove/fridge, no pets, n/’s, Help-U-Sell of Red Deer 101,900 kms $4900 SOLD adults only, $750 rent, www.homesreddeer.com $500 s.d., 403-348-0241 MASON MARTIN HOMES 3 FLR, 3 Bdrm house w/3 New 2 Storey 1500 sq.ft bath, new paint & carpets 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, & deck at 7316-59 Ave. $399,900. Dbl. att. garage.

Avail. to over 40 tenants.

403-588-2550 No pets. Off street parking MASON MARTIN HOMES for 3 vehicles. Rent $1600, New bi-level, 1320 sq.ft.

D.D. $1600. 403-341-4627 3 bdrm., 2 bath. $367,900. 2005 CHRYSLER Crossfire BEAUTIFUL Executive 80,954 kms, $12,888 Dbl. att. garage. home avail. May 1.

403-348-8788 Sport & Import 403-588-2550 Located central S. Sylvan MASON MARTIN HOMES 2000 PONTIAC Grand Am Lake, close to schools, 2 dr. Clean 403-318-3040 New bi-level, 1400 sq.ft.

6 bdrm., dining rm. living room, large master bdrm., Dbl. att. garage. $409,900.

403-588-2550 3 1/2 baths, 2 car garage, $1850./mo. + utils.

MASON MARTIN HOMES 780-887-4430 New bungalow 1350 sq.ft.

Dbl. att. garage.

DUPLEX Michener Hill 3 403-588-2550 bdrm., Avail. Immed., $1350/mo./dd utils. incld. www.laebon.com RENTED Laebon Homes 346-7273 1999 FORD Crown Victoria LX. 206,000 km.

Condos/ Exc. Cond. 403-309-2410 Condos/

Townhouses

3030

Townhouses

4040

TOWNHOUSE IN SUNNYBROOK

MASON MARTIN HOMES New condo, 1000 sq.ft.

Open concept 3 bdrms,1.5 2 bdrm., 2 bath, 5 appls., bath, In-suite laundry. $189,800. 403-588-2550 Unfinished bsm’t. No pets.

N/S. $1245 & UTIL; SD $1245; Avail May 1st.

Hearthstone 403-314-0099 Acreages Or 403-396-9554 SOUTHWOOD PARK 4 ACRES, bare land, 3110-47TH Avenue, LAKE KOOCANUSSA, 2 & 3 bdrm. townhouses, $79,900 403-350-0345 generously sized, 1 1/2 baths, fenced yards, full bsmts. 403-347-7473, Sorry no pets. www.greatapartments.ca NEW 3 BDRM. 2 baths townhouse in Sylvan lake, avail May 1, 5 appls., fenced yard, n/s, $1450, 7 ACRES $330,000. 20 min. d.d., $1450, 403-848-3641 to Red Deer 403-350-0345

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Manufactured Homes

3040

Newly Reno’d Mobile FREE Shaw Cable + more $950/month Mauricia 403-340-0225

4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes

3050

8-PLEX In Highland Green

2 bdrms,1 bath, 5 appls.

No pets. N/S. In-suite laundry. $950 & Gas & ELECT; SD $950; Avail MAY 1st.

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Suites

3060

1 BDRM. $740; N/S, no pets, no partiers, avail immed. 1-403-200-8175

ACREAGES FOR SALE BY OWNER, 5+/- ACRES EACH: 1 mile west of Clearwater Trading Store, Caroline.

Treed w/pine, poplar & spruce, offering scenic views of the Clearwater valley & Rocky Mountains. $175,000. Natural gas & power on property, Telus on property lines. One acreage incl. a rustic 2 storey log cabin & water well for $250,000. For more info call 403-722-4076.

Manufactured Homes

4090

MUST SELL

By Owner.

Mauricia 403-340-0225

Income Property

Locally owned and family operated

SUV's

5040

CAR DOLLY. Never used.

403-347-6455

Tires, Parts Acces.

5180

CHALLENGER aluminum 1/2 truck TOOL BOX. Used 1 season. $275. obo.

403-740-0070

Auto Wreckers

5190

CARS & TRUCKS - Cash for some. 403-391-4144 RED’S AUTO. Free Scrap Vehicle & Metal Removal.

We travel. May pay cash for vehicle. 403-396-7519

Vehicles Wanted To Buy

5200

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6010

Notice To Creditors And Claimants

If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by May 18, 2013 and provide details of your claim with: J. MacDonald Johnston, Q.C. at Johnston Ming Manning LLP Barristers and Solicitors 4th Floor, 4943 - 50 Street Red Deer, AB. T4N 1Y1 If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have. 295087D11,18

Notice To Creditors And Others Re: The Estate of

Sean Desmond Carrigan, deceased, late of 2565 Jeanine Drive, Victoria, British Columbia, V9B 4X8 NOTICE IF HEREBY GIVEN THAT all persons having claims against the Estate of the abovenamed deceased are required to send them to the undersigned Executor,

c/o Mullin DeMeo at 1626 Garnet Road, Victoria, British Columbia, V8P 3C8, before the 9th day of May, 2013, after which date the Executor will distribute the Estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to the claims of which they then have notice.

NOTICE To Creditors And Claimants Estate of

Chelsea April Stigings

FOR SALE:

2008 Lexus RX 350

In very good condition, equipped to be towed behind a Motorhome,64,000 km’s Asking price $23,000 Ph. 403-347-6817 2001 DODGE Durango 4x4, $5000 o.b.o.

403-348-1634

4100

NEW DUPLEX, 2 suites, for $389,900. 2000 sq.ft.

2 bdrm., 2 bath. Mason Martin Homes 403-588-2550

5140

Estate of Mary Margaret Moore who died on October 20, 2012

4000-4190

2 BDRM., 2 bath Lancaster condo. $1150 incl. all utils. HORIZ0N VILLAGE N/S, No pets. Text or call Senior condo, 1 bdrm. up, 780-885-7351 1 bdrm. down,. 1050 sq.ft. bsmt., $285,000. Call CLEAN & BRIGHT dev.

403-302-0904 to view.

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2003 KING Ranch 150 Loaded, Leather, DVD 4 Door, exc. shape in and out. $6600. 403-550-0372

2007 TOYOTA Camry LE sunroof, $9888 403-348-8788 Sport & Import

MOBILE HOME PAD, in Red Deer Close to Gaetz, 2 car park, Shaw cable incl.

Mauricia 403-340-0225

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2012 PLATINUM Ford F150 Supercrew 4x4 fully loaded, inclds. Navigation, 17,900 kms, $46,500 403-318-3354

A1 RED’S AUTO. Free scrap vehicle & metal removal. We travel. AMVIC approved. 403-396-7519

4860 sq. ft., new, bright, two 14’ O.H. doors, heated, fans, can be divided into 2 bays. Call 403- 318-4848 to view

Mobile Lot

5050

Trucks

1996 GMC Jimmy, red, new trans. $2500 obo 596-0391

who died on June 18, 2012 If you. have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by May 21, 2013 and provide details of your claim with Carolyn J. Tulloch, Barrister & Solicitor at 5030 50 Street P.O. Box 6099 Innisfail, Alberta T4G 1S7 Phone 403-227-5591 Fax 403-227-1230 If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

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U.S. nerves frayed amid Boston bombing, ricin letters

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS WASHINGTON — America’s frayed nerves found little by way of relief on Wednesday as news emerged of a poison-laced letter addressed to U.S. President Barack Obama while investigators endeavoured to close in on a suspect in the Boston Marathon bombings.

Federal agents arrested a man Wednesday in Tupelo, Miss., in connection with letters sent to Obama and a Republican senator from Mississippi. They have tested positive for ricin in preliminary analyses.

Earlier in the day, officials said they doubted the letters were linked to the bloody bombings that killed three people and injured nearly 180 others Monday at the famed marathon.

The suspect was identified as Paul Kevin Curtis, 45, of of Corinth, Miss. Both letters carried an identical sign-off: “I am KC and I approve this message.” They were intercepted at off-site mail facilities and were undergoing additional testing.

With Americans anxious for a break in the bombing investigation, information was being leaked to various media outlets at a fast and furious pace in an operation involving hundreds of law enforcement officials from an array of federal, state and local agencies.

At one point mid-afternoon, The Associated Press cited an anonymous law enforcement official as saying investigators had a suspect in their sights and an arrest was imminent.

Other officials immediately shot down that report.

CNN went further, saying an arrest had been made. Several news outlets said investigators had identified a suspect from a surveillance video provided to them by a Lord and Taylor store located between the sites of the two explosions

that rocked Boston two days ago.

CBS News, meantime, reported that the bomber was on the phone when he dropped off a second backpack containing a bomb near the finish line. Citing unnamed investigators, the network reported cellphone records resulted in the suspect’s identification.

But NBC reported police had a face, but not a name, of someone dropping off a black bag near the bomb sites who was captured on the Lord and Taylor video. The network was lauded by media watchdogs as being one of the few major news outlets that managed not to get anything wrong on Wednesday.

The FBI, and the U.S. attorney’s office in Boston, were reportedly rattled by the flood of media leaks. The FBI released a statement disputing some of the stories, but didn’t specifically say which ones were wrong except those suggesting an arrest had been made.

“Over the past day and a half, there have been a number of press reports based on information from unofficial sources that has been inaccurate,” the FBI said in a statement.

“Since these stories often have unintended consequences, we ask the media, particularly at this early stage of the investigation, to exercise caution and attempt to verify information through appropriate official channels before reporting.”

The official who spoke to the AP, however, stood by the information even after the FBI statement. An FBI news briefing was planned for later Wednesday, but was postponed by hours and eventually cancelled.

It was all sickly familiar to the tense, nerve-wracking atmosphere in the United States in the days following the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, when traumatized Americans

Photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Emergency personnel carry a wounded person away from the scene of an explosion at the 2013 Boston Marathon in Boston, Monday. People across the country echoed strains of defiance, tenderness and wariness as Americans try to make sense of Boston bombings. grappled with the aftermath of the worst such attack on U.S. soil.

At the same time, Capitol Hill offices found themselves on the receiving end of deliveries that contained anthrax spores. The perpetrator was later discovered to be unrelated to the 9-11 culprits.

The Boston bombings, about 10 seconds and 90 metres apart, showered bystanders with nails, ball bearings and other shards of metal that had been packed into at least one kitchen pressure cooker

and detonated at the finish line.

The blasts tore the limbs off some victims and left a downtown Boston street soaked with blood. They also propelled shrapnel so far that police were collecting fragments from rooftops along the marathon’s route on Wednesday.

The lid of a pressure cooker was reportedly among the recovered rooftop debris.

A federal courthouse in Boston was evacuated Wednesday afternoon amid conflicting reports that a suspect was in

custody inside. The U.S. Marshals Service said the building was cleared out due to a bomb threat, and a security sweep was under way.

In a jittery U.S. capital, meantime, authorities revealed that Obama was the second politician to be sent ricin in a letter postmarked from Memphis.

The newest letters touched off a scare in the U.S. capital.

They read, in part, “to see a wrong and not expose it, is to become a silent partner to its continuance.”

Obama says ‘shameful day for Washington’ as gun controls nixed

Thatcher laid to rest as UK honours the Iron Lady

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS LONDON — Margaret Thatcher was laid to rest Wednesday with prayers and ceremony, plus cheers and occasional jeers, as Britain paused to remember a leader who transformed the country — for the better according to many, but in some eyes for the worse.

Soaring hymns, Biblical verse and fond remembrances echoed under the dome of St. Paul’s Cathedral, as 2,300 relatives, friends, colleagues and dignitaries attended a ceremonial funeral for Britain’s only female prime minister.

Queen Elizabeth II, current and former prime ministers and representatives from 170 countries were among the mourners packing the cathedral, where Bishop of London Richard Chartres spoke of the strong feelings Thatcher still evokes 23 years after leaving office.

“The storm of conflicting opinions centres on the Mrs. Thatcher who became a symbolic figure — even an -ism,” he said. “It must be very difficult for those members of her family and those closely associated with her to recognize the wife, the mother and the grand-

mother in the mythological figure.

There is an important place for debating policies and legacy ... but here and today is neither the time nor the place.”

Security for the funeral — the largest in London for more than a decade — was tightened after bombings at the Boston Marathon on Monday.

More than 700 soldiers, sailors and air force personnel formed a ceremonial guard along the route taken by Thatcher’s coffin to the cathedral, and around 4,000 police officers were on duty.

But while thousands of supporters and a smaller number of opponents traded shouts and arguments, there was no serious trouble. Police said there were no arrests, and the only items thrown at the cortege were flowers.

Before the service, Thatcher’s coffin was driven from the Houses of Parliament to the church of St. Clement Danes, about half a mile (0.8 kilometres) from the cathedral, for prayers. From there the coffin — draped in a Union flag and topped with white roses and a note from her children Mark and Carol reading “Beloved mother, always in our hearts” — was borne to the cathedral on a gun carriage

drawn by six black horses.

Spectators lining the route broke into applause as the carriage passed by, escorted by young soldiers, sailors and airmen. A few demonstrators staged silent protests by turning their backs on Thatcher’s coffin, and one man held a banner declaring “rest in shame.”

An honour guard of soldiers in scarlet tunics and bearskin hats saluted the coffin as it approached St. Paul’s, while red-coated veterans known as Chelsea Pensioners stood to attention on the steps.

Guests inside the cathedral included Thatcher’s political colleagues, rivals and her successors as prime minister: John Major, Tony Blair, Gordon Brown and David Cameron. Former U.S. Secretary of State Henry Kissinger and former Vice-President Dick Cheney were among the American dignitaries, while notable figures from Thatcher’s era included F.W. de Klerk, the last apartheid-era leader of South Africa; former Polish President Lech Walesa; exCanadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney; and entertainers such as “Dynasty” star Joan Collins, singer Shirley Bassey and composer Andrew Lloyd Webber.

the seriously mentally ill from purchasing firearms, are mandated only for sales handled by licensed gun dealers The NRA told lawmakers it intended to keep track of how the votes were cast and consider them in making decisions about whom to support in the midterm elections for Congress next year.

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WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama’s push for tighter gun controls faced likely failure after the measure with the best chance of getting through Congress was blocked in the Senate. An angry Obama, surrounded by shooting victims and families of victims, said the powerful gun control lobby “wilfully lied” to the American people.

“All in all, this was a pretty shameful day for Washington,” the president said Wednesday evening.

“Who are we here to represent?”

After giving little attention to the always sensitive issue of gun control during his first term, Obama made it a top priority for his second after a string of mass shootings capped by the December attack at a Connecticut school that left 20 young children dead. .At the time, Obama called the attack the worst day of his presidency.

Supporters of gun controls knew they had to act quickly before too much time passed after the shooting. Obama travelled the country urging people to contact their lawmakers, many of whom are under pressure by the National Rifle Association to follow its lobbying goals.

The measure that failed Wednesday was the result of a rare bipartisan effort by a handful of senators who put together a proposal to tighten background checks for gun buyers — a gun-related issue on which polls say a majority of Americans agree.

But the Senate vote of 54-46 was well short of the 60 votes needed to advance the measure. An attempt to ban assault-style rifles failed as well, along with a ban on high-capacity ammunition magazines.

The defeat in the Senate was especially stinging because the chamber is controlled by Obama’s own Democratic Party.

Aware of Americans’ passions for the constitutional right to bear firearms, key supporters of stricter gun controls had made an effort to show that they, too, were gun owners and had no intention — despite the NRA’s warnings — of taking away guns that were purchased lawfully.

The Obama administration even circulated a photo of the president firing a gun while skeet shooting at Camp David.

Families of victims of the Connecticut shootings joined Obama on several occasions and lobbied lawmakers on their own in Washington.

“Our hearts are broken,” Mark Barden, who lost his 7-year-old son, Daniel, in the Connecticut shooting, said after Wednesday’s vote. “Our spirit is not.”

Some senators said afterward that they had not wanted to meet with the mothers and fathers of the dead, or said it was difficult to look at photographs that the parents carried of their young children.

“I think that in some cases, the president has used them as props, and that disappoints me,” Sen. Rand Paul said before the vote. Obama later responded to such criticism: “Do we really think that thousands of families whose lives have been shattered by gun violence don’t have a right to weigh in on this issue?” the president said.

Some of those parents watched as the gun measure died in the Senate on Wednesday, along with relatives of victims from other recent mass shootings.

Also watching was former congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, a gun owner who has become a vocal gun control supporter since being shot in the head two years ago.

Forty-one Republicans and five Democrats sided together Wednesday to kill the background checks proposal. It would have required background checks for all transactions at gun shows and online. Currently the checks, designed to prevent criminals and

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Central Alberta’s Daily Newspaper

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Thursday, April 18, 2013

Hypochondria keep mother-in-law from enjoying golden years

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Photo by KURT C. THOMPSON/freelance

These osprey are nesting at Three Mile Bend dog park, getting ready for spring. The large raptors are a fish-eating bird of prey and share a unique trait only with owls. They are the only raptor species whose outer toe is reversible, allowing them to grasp their prey with two toes in the front and two toes in the back.

Caroline Shaw wins 2013 Pulitzer Prize for music with Partita for 8 Voices THE ASSOCIATED PRESS NASHVILLE — Caroline Shaw has won the 2013 Pulitzer Prize for music for her “Partita for 8 Voices.”

The award, one of seven given in the arts, was announced Monday afternoon by the Pulitzer foundation.

Shaw is a violinist and vocalist originally from North Carolina now based in New York.

She says on her website she wrote the a cappella piece for her vocal octet Roomful of Teeth.

It was released on Roomful of Teeth’s self-

titled debut album last October on New Amsterdam Records.

Shaw writes of the four-part suite on her website: “Partita is a simple piece.”

Born of a love of surface and structure, of the human voice, of dancing and tired ligaments, of music, and of our basic desire to draw a line from one point to another.”

She says the piece was inspired by Sol LeWitt’s “Wall Drawing 305.”

It is the first Pulitzer for Shaw, who did not immediately respond to messages left Monday, and breaks a string of

two straight opera winners.

She will receive $10,000.

Other finalists included previous winner Aaron Jay Kernis for classical composition “Pieces of Winter Sky” and jazz musician Wadada Leo Smith for “Ten Freedom Summers,” a 10-part examination of the civil rights movement.

The Pulitzer committee wrote of Shaw’s work: “a highly polished and inventive a cappella work uniquely embracing speech, whisphers, sighs, murmurs, wordless melodies and novel vocal effects.”

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This is a year where you will work entirely on As long as you find the right confidant you yourself. find it natural opening up and putting into ARIES (March 21-April 19): A wave of words complex issues that have been heavily nostalgia hits you today. You long to connect weighted on your subconscious. with your family roots and spend more time LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Mutual agreearound the domestic environment. A part of ments and cooperation may be hard to come you wants to enhance your general appearby today. Cope with whatever challenging caance and you can successfully succeed in reer issues you may have to deal with without doing so by opting for a new style. letting them impact your current state of mind.

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Dear Annie: My husband’s parents good guy. are in their mid-70s. They are both in We all get along, but I’m extremely good health and financially stable. jealous that he has her. I’m pretty sure The problem is, my mother-in-law he knows how I feel. I’m still heartbrohas a bit of hypochondria along with ken about the breakup. I think about it some anxiety. all the time.

She has self-diagnosed herself with I’m considering talking to Lucy to many “syndromes” (such as fibromyal- see whether there is any chance of us gia, restless leg, irritable bowel), and getting back together someday. she refuses to exercise.

Should I? — Lover Boy Her syndromes, which Dear Lover Boy: Not are exacerbated by her unless you are absolutely anxiety, keep her from certain that Lucy wants getting out of the house, the same thing. unless it involves an activOtherwise, you will ity that she truly enjoys, only be hurt again. like shopping.

We assume the reaMy in-laws don’t have sons for the original a wide social circle, and breakup still exist. Also, Mom refuses to try to she has someone else in make new friends. her life now, and it is not You can’t have a conappropriate to make a versation with her withplay for his girl. out the topic turning to If he is aware that you her various maladies. are still interested in LuMITCHELL I believe this is causcy, rest assured, she is, & SUGAR ing her some depression. too. If she wanted to get Our town has many great back together, she would programs for seniors, and let you know.

I know both of my in-laws We recommend you would benefit from them. spend a lot less time in I have repeatedly suggested to my her company so you can learn to get mother-in-law that she get outside over her. more, get some exercise, volunteer, Dear Annie: I read the letter from take classes at the senior center, etc., “Rocky Mount, Va.,” about allowing but she refuses. dogs at funerals.

Annie, I understand that Mom may When my sister was in hospice for have some physical ailments, but be- four months, we told the staff how her ing home all day and inactive surely dog, “Abby,” was searching the house can’t be making her better. and waiting at the door of her home It’s so important to remain physi- every day. cally and mentally active, and it’s frusThe wonderful staff suggested we trating to see a wonderful couple, a bring Abby in. The dog would check wonderful woman, throw her “golden on my sister first, then greet everyone years” away. — Frustrated Daughter- else and finally lie down on the floor in-Law beside my sister’s bed.

Dear Daughter-in-Law: Your heart She did this every day we brought is in the right place, but please don’t her. Toward the very end, Abby pressure your mother-in-law to take seemed to know that her wonderful care of herself the way you would. master was dying.

While exercise would be great, it Now, she is a happy well-adjusted only works if she’s willing to do it. companion to another sister.

To some extent, she likes her variIf at all possible, I recommend peoous maladies and isn’t ready to get rid ple let pets be with their masters at of them. the end.

The best you can do right now is Instinct seems to ease their minds, suggest that she see her doctor to be and even though the animals grieve, properly tested, evaluated and treated. they are no longer waiting for them at And if you find a program at the senior the door. — Getting Better center that you think she would like, Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy offer to pick her up and go with her.

Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime ediDear Annie: I’m in love with a girl tors of the Ann Landers column. Please who said she loved me, too. email your questions to anniesmailbox@ We dated for a while last summer, comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, and we’re still best friends. But “Lucy” c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, has another boyfriend now, and he is a Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.

ANNIE ANNIE

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Both will offer you a sense of growth and expansion. Unleash your inner philosopher.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Co-dependency scares you and you strive to do whatever it takes to avoid relying on another.

You realize that mixing logic and emotions within your closest associations is a lesson that seems too enduring to learn at times.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): If your

schedule overwhelms you then it’s time to lessen the number of activities you carry out throughout a day. Trying to execute too much at the same time may make you lose your sense of direction. Remain grounded and stay put.

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Astro Doyna is an internationally syndicated astrologer/columnist.

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