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June’s flood has left Sundre-area residents with a heck of a mess to

Clean up STORY AND PHOTOS BY

PAUL COWLEY ADVOCATE STAFF

After weathering three “once-in-a-century floods” in eight years, Coyote Creek Golf and RV Resort general manager Bruce Johnson has had enough.

“We’re not going to sit quiet this time,” Johnson vows, as a dozen staff work behind him clearing silt from around a tee box on one of the resort’s two ninehole courses.

See CLEANUP on Page A2

Gerry Provencal shows how high the water got on his property at Coyote Creek Golf and RV Resort. Inset: Coyote Creek Golf and RV Resort general manager faced a monumental cleanup task after last month’s flood.

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A2 RED DEER ADVOCATE Saturday, July 13, 2013

Province to encourage people to move from extreme flood-prone areas

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS HIGH RIVER — A new Alberta flood plan will encourage people to move away from zones prone to high water and will set better protection standards for areas less at risk, says the leader of the province’s disaster task force.

Municipal Affairs Minister Doug Griffiths says it doesn’t make sense for people to rebuild in areas hit by damaging floods every few years and have the government pick up the extensive cost of repairs.

“We can’t — when we are responsible for taxpayers’ dollars — allow people to be in spots that continually flood,” he said in an interview Friday.

“If their home or business has been destroyed, this is the opportunity to say that you are not building there again. Build somewhere else.”

Griffiths said details of the province’s strategy are still being worked on and will be rolled out in the next few days.

The minister suggested the plan will include a measure to not cover damage costs in extreme floodways in future if people choose to rebuild there.

There could be incentives for people to leave high flood-risk zones.

And legislation already on the books that restricts the building of subdivisions in floodways needs to be strengthened and enforced, he added.

“Even though right now, in law, it says you can’t build in a floodway, we have some municipalities that have built subdivisions in floodways. We don’t monitor. We don’t check that. But maybe it is time that we did monitor and check that,” Griffiths said.

“We don’t want to remove autonomy of municipalities, but maybe we need stronger wording in legislation that says, ’Thou shalt not build where the water flows.”’

The town of High River was hit hardest by extreme flooding in southern Alberta last month that destroyed or damaged many homes and businesses in the community of 13,000. The city of Calgary also suffered extensive damage.

The region was hit by serious but less destructive floods in 2005. A government report completed the next year recommended that development on flood plains be restricted. It also suggested that buildings in high-risk flood zones not be eligible for disaster

recovery payments.

The province didn’t act on the recommendations.

The Alberta government has already released an initial $1 billion to deal with the most recent flood disaster, but the final cost is expected to be much higher.

Griffiths said the focus will be on better mitigation for communities and areas where extreme flooding is less of a risk.

The policy will spell out that municipalities in “flood fringe” zones will have to work toward protecting themselves to a standard called a one-in-100 event, a term that means there is a one per cent chance of a flood happening in any given year.

It will be up to communities to decide how to meet this standard, with help from the province and some federal government funding.

“In some circumstances, it might be best to build a dike or a berm. In some other circumstances, it might be better to build a spillway or something that controls the water. In other circumstances, it may be better to raise the houses up or build them up on higher plains of dirt,” Griffiths said. “Every circumstance is going to be unique.”

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CLEANUP: Land covered in thick layer of silt Alberta Environment has long been aware of the flooding risks posed by the nearby Red Deer River, especially after 2005’s major flood. Yet the berm that many believe is the quickest way to protect vulnerable properties remains unfunded, he charges.

“As far as I’m concerned, if that was there we’d have been totally protected,” he said, although he admits nothing is for sure when it comes to Mother Nature. “(Mountain View County) or Alberta Environment or someone has to get something done. We just can’t go through this every year.”

After this June’s flood waters receded, low-lying areas of one of the golf courses were left with a thick layer of silt that dried into a crust that had to be scooped up and hauled away — about 2,000 loads worth. Roads at the rental RV park were washed away, and had to be re-gravelled and graded.

“Disbelief” is how Johnson describes his reaction to the mess when he was finally allowed back into the area days after the June 20 to 21 flood.

“I couldn’t believe the power of the river and what the river can do.”

In the last three weeks, the transformation has been impressive, thanks to his small army of 40 workers who have been putting in 12-hour days. RV rental spots are ready to go again. The Coyote ninehole course is expected to be ready within a week and the Deer course will be taking golfers in two to three weeks.

In the condo RV section of the development, residents are also looking for government action.

A river of water 60-cm high ran down the street and through Gerry Provencal’s backyard, stripping gravel and piling it in windrows.

Only a couple of doors down, Johnson’s patio was dismantled by the surging water and the stones deposited many metres away.

In Phase 1 of the development, the 90 RVs and park models have been without sewer and water now for more than three weeks, and likely won’t get services for another two weeks. Residents have had to make do with bottled water and portable toilets.

“We went from a resort to a campground,” he joked grimly. Fortunately, the 90 Phase 2 lots fared better and still have running water.

Provencal was asked by frustrated residents to become their liaison with all three levels of government and lobby for an action plan to fix the flooding problem.

“Our issue is we want to know what has happened since 2005,” he said.

Municipal, provincial and federal officials keep passing the buck, residents complain.

Adding to residents’ concerns were letters they received from the province in January telling them they had been designated as living on a flood plain and must tell buyers that when selling their properties.

They wouldn’t be living in a flood plain if the river had been properly managed and not allowed to carve a new channel to the north, they argue. A 2001 engineering study done before the resort was approved said the river was likely to move south and flooding was considered a one-in-100-year event.

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Yet eight years after the 2005 flood, three times as much water hit the resort and damage was tripled.

New homeowners Mike and Nikki Reardan were told about the 2005 flood, and its once-in-a-century rating, when they bought their acreage home just south of the golf course on a quiet gravel road featuring a half dozen homes.

Lured by the quiet of the area, the Rimbey couple, who live with six of their 10 children from their combined families, had only been living there two months when last month’s flood hit.

Adding to the stress, Nikki was with her six-day old daughter when they were ordered to evacuate.

When they returned they found a yard covered in silt and a basement ruined by water.

“We had about five feet of water and things moved around the yard that shouldn’t be,” said Nikki. “We lost everything in the basement. It’s very disheartening.”

Mike believes a berm could be the answer to protecting their property and others in the area. Better drainage along the one road into the area would also help.

The couple thought would want to be sure that a berm would not shift the problem onto someone else’s property.

“My concern is that someone else would get nailed,” said Nikki.

The Reardans, like all of those interviewed in Sundre, were grateful that local flooding wasn’t worse and expressed sympathy for more hard-hit communities such as High River.

Alberta Environment promised this spring to undertake long-sought flood hazard mapping of the Red Deer River near Sundre.

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The study, which was lobbied for by area politicians and the Red Deer River Quality Control Committee, will involve gathering data to determine the areas most at risk from flooding.

The assessment is expected to support the committee’s case for funding for flood control measures, such as berms, along the river south of Sundre.

Some have also argued the best solution would be to build another dam upstream. But few expect a bigticket item like that will get provincial support at a time when budgets are tight.

Alberta Environment says managing erosion and flooding risks must be balanced against maintaining healthy river ecosystems and recreation opportunities.

“Flood hazard mapping studies help to alleviate river-related concerns by identifying flood vulnerable areas, and is the first step in advancing potential river management and flood mitigation solutions,” says information provided by government spokesperson Jessica Potter.

Alberta Environment points out that it has undertaken a number of projects to control flooding, including three dikes that were built near Sundre in 1980-81 — none of which was topped in this year’s flood.

The town also got $2.4 million in 2011. That money was used to build a series of rock-reinforced spurs to prevent erosion. They helped reduce damage from this year’s flooding.

Mountain View County was also given approval for a 500-metre berm on the Red Deer River that was completed in 2011. A smaller berm has also been built since. pcowley@reddeeradvocate.com

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Nordegg residents can’t catch a break TWO MONTHS OF FIRES, FLOODS AND LEAKY PIPES CAUSING PROBLEMS IN COMMUNITY 100-metre section,” said Leaf on Friend.

BY PAUL COWLEY ‘SO WE’RE NOT IN THE day afternoon. “We’re continuing to An upgrade was underway on the ADVOCATE STAFF PLACE WHERE WE’RE work. We’ll work until dusk if it is not main service road through Nordegg repaired by that time. just prior to the June flooding and the CONCERNED ABOUT In Nordegg lately, it seems like if “But we have not interrupted serroad is still under repair. A portion of HAVING TO IMPLEMENT A it’s not one thing, it’s another. vice.” road to the Nordegg mine site was also In the last two months, the commuThe county has been hauling water BOIL-WATER ADVISORY OR washed away. nity has coped with fires, floods and to the reservoir to compensate for the Leaf said staff are working to fix the ANYTHING LIKE THAT.’ leaking water pipes. leak as best as possible.

Clearwater County crews were still on scene Friday after two water leaks were detected in an old section of the hamlet’s water system the previous day. It was shut down overnight Thursday so as not to drain the reservoir, said Ron Leaf, county chief administrative officer.

Two small “weeping” leaks have been located but water is still leaking.

“We’ve narrowed it down to a

“We’ve been able to maintain water in the reservoir. So we’re not in the place where we’re concerned about having to implement a boil-water advisory or anything like that,” he said.

The problem is much smaller than the full rupture that occurred in a water line on April 19 that left residents without potable water for over a week.

County staff delivered five-gallon jugs of drinking water to residents and two

Charges of perjury and accessory to murder have been laid against a woman who was among the witnesses at a grisly trial held in Red Deer Court of Queen’s Bench more than five years ago.

Janessa Desiree Eliuk, 24, was called to testify on Feb. 19, 2008, in the trial of a Blackfalds man who was accused of killing a Red Deer man in a fit of rage.

The lifeless body of Grant Shoemaker, 21, was discovered by a friend and neighbour in his West Park townhouse on June 8, 2008. Shoemaker had suffered 34 knife wounds in the attack.

White, 18 at the time, was arrested later that day and charged with second-degree murder.

He was found guilty during his 2008 trial and sentenced to life in prison with no parole for 13 years. However, the conviction was later overturned and a new trial ordered by the Alberta Court of Appeal.

A second trial was set for Edmonton in 2011, but was declared a mistrial and a third

trial was ordered.

White pleaded guilty at the outset of his third trial to a lesser charge of manslaughter, for which he was sentenced to 18 years in prison.

Conditions of a sentencing agreement between the Crown and his defence counsel include a provision that he serve at least half of the sentence before becoming eligible for parole.

Eliuk was arraigned in Red Deer Court of Queen’s Bench on Friday on one charge of perjury in connection with her testimony in White’s first trial.

She is also charged with two counts of accessory to murder in connection with bloodied evidence alleged to have been hidden from police investigating Shoemaker’s death.

Red Deer lawyer Brad Mulder, acting as agent for the lawyer who will represent Eliuk, entered a plea on her behalf along with her election to be tried by Queen’s Bench judge and jury.

Eliuk is to return to court on Aug. 9 to set dates for her trial. bkossowan@reddeeradvocate.com

portable fresh water stations were set up so residents could fill water jugs until the water was restored eight days later.

Shortly after that, a wildfire led to a forced evacuation of Nordegg for six days just prior to the May long week-

latest problem as quickly as possible.

“From a staff standpoint we’re obviously extremely sensitive to disrupting service any more than is necessary.

We’re doing what we can to mitigate the impact on businesses,” he said. “(In) that community, 2013 is truly living up the last two digits in the year,” he said, referring to 13’s unlucky reputation. pcowley@reddeeradvocate.com

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Murder witness accused of hiding evidence, lying on the stand

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Ivan Chen, 6, enjoys the sun and new sand near the pier at Sylvan Lake on Friday afternoon. Few people were making use of the new sand that had been laid down, preferring to lay their towels and beach blankets out on the grass.

Reports of food shortage at Jamboree greatly exaggerated SCOUTS CANADA JAMBOREE the social media sites to reassure the parents that everyone is being fed. She said the food distribution adheres to the Alberta Health Services requirements and to the Canada Food Guide.

“So when they say they only got one hamburger, there’s other things that go with it,” she said. “There’s salad, deserts, juices and everything else.” crhyno@reddeeradvocate.com

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Canada’s largest Scout jamboree was prepared to feed its troops.

Despite social media and news reports of food shortages at Camp Woods, Sheila Carruthers-Forget, a Scouts Canada public relations team leader, said the Scouts have not gone hungry.

“There is no food shortage,” said Carruthers-Forget. “Everyone is fed.

Everyone is fine. Everyone is getting food.”

The jamboree with roughly 6,500 Scouts started west of Sylvan Lake on July 6 and wraps up today.

Some media reports and social media sites on Thursday quoted some parents and Scouts who said there were problems with food storages.

Carruthers-Forget said it takes one person to say they are not happy with the food. She said organizers are cater-

ing to the Scouts with the various dietary needs as best as they can. Some people did not provide their diet information ahead of time and they have had to make adjustments.

She said it can take a few days to ensure everybody is getting the meal they need and to ensure the logistics are sorted out. She said there may have been an incident where one Scout leader brought a box of food intended for two people for a group of eight people.

“They just needed to take it back and get the right box,” said CarruthersForget.

“When you have a large group of people, it happens. So then what do they do? One person posts it on social media before the circumstances are managed by just going back to the distribution stage and getting the correct amount of food for them.”

Carruthers-Forget said they have been responding as best as they can to

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Work continues on Friday in Lac-Megantic, Quebec, at the crash site of a train that derailed igniting tanker cars carrying crude oil that killed 50 people.

Witness says suspended train driver raced to help

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS

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LAC-MEGANTIC, Que. — A description has emerged of the frantic moment when the train driver at the centre of the Quebec derailment disaster rushed to the fiery scene in the hope of saving lives.

One of the men who risked his life alongside Tom Harding said the railman’s knowledge played a role in removing several oil-filled cars before they, too, could go up in flames in downtown Lac-Megantic.

Serge Morin told The Canadian Press that the group of men were trying to detach a few unscathed wagons from the end of the derailed train when Harding suddenly appeared at their side amid the chaos, wearing a firefighting suit.

He doubts their efforts made a difference in the tragic result: 50 people are feared to have been killed. But he saluted the bravery of the railman in helping steer scorching-hot tankers from the area.

“He really helped us,” Morin, who didn’t catch Harding’s name that night and only learned later that he was the train’s driver, said in an interview Friday.

Morin credited Harding with guiding the group though the process of depressurizing the train’s airbrakes, which enabled them to move some of the cars to safety.

Harding’s role is a central question in ongoing investigations into the tragedy; his own company called him a hero one day, then announced the next that he had been suspended amid concerns about his role in the disaster.

Morin, who has some experience fighting fires at the nearby plant where he works, said the group towed a total of nine cars about 500 metres from the blaze using the combined horsepower of a loader and a mobile rail-car mover.

He had brought the rail-car mover from his fac-

tory. Another local, Pascal Lafontaine, overheard their conversations on a radio and offered up the services of a loader from his family’s excavation business.

But after the crew had moved the first string of five tankers, the rail-car mover was unable to find a level crossing to re-enter the tracks.

And the loader, Morin said, was not equipped with a tool designed to deactivate the wagons’ airbrakes.

That’s around the time Harding appeared.

He came wearing a firesuit, helmet and visor he had borrowed from the municipal fire department.

Morin said he was surprised to see a railway worker arrive at their side amid the chaos and intense heat around them.

Harding, Morin added, told them to break the tubing on the wagons with the loader to release the air.

The team pulled the remaining four tankers, two at a time, away from the blaze with the loader.

“What is certain is that he knew this stuff and, yes, at first glance, he was needed because we wouldn’t have been able to move (the tankers) with the loader,” said Morin, who, looking back, doesn’t think their efforts changed much.

“Everything we did there that night didn’t change anything — 50 people disappeared. And whether (Harding) helped us or not, there would have still been 50.”

He said Lafontaine rushed to help even though he already knew his wife, brother and sister-inlaw had been inside Le Musi-Cafe bar, close to the epicentre of the crash.

Lafontaine, Morin added, only told him about his missing loved ones after they’d moved the wagons.

CALGARY — The Calgary Zoo says accredited Canadian zoos have offered assistance in the wake of the devastation caused by the flooding.

Several have offered to give new homes to most of the animals forced out by the closure of the flooddamaged South American building.

Zoo spokeswoman Trish Exton-Parder says Winnipeg’s Assiniboine Park Zoo will take the prehensiletailed porcupines and cotton-topped tamarins, while Vancouver will take the Amazon parrots.

Safari Niagara will give new homes to the gibbons, Goeldi’s monkeys and Amazon parrots, while the two-toed sloths will go to Riverview Zoo in Peterborough, Ont. Magnetic Hill Zoo in Moncton, N.B., will take the giant anteaters, and hyacinth macaws.

The animals will be shipped to their new homes starting next week, thanks to WestJet, CargoJet and Fed-Ex. Homes are still needed for the zoo’s spider monkeys, Debrazza’s monkeys and Andean condors.

“This kind of heart-felt co-operation further emphasizes the importance of the relationships we have with other professional institutions in North America,” Jamie Dorgan, general curator of the Calgary Zoo, said in a news release.

“It makes a very difficult time for the Calgary Zoo a little easier knowing that the animals that must move on will receive excellent care.”

Conservatives reschedule convention for Halloween, keep it in Calgary OTTAWA — The federal Conservatives have rescheduled their flood-delayed national policy convention to begin on Halloween.

The gathering had originally been set to begin June 27 in Calgary, but was postponed as the Alberta city

was under siege from floodwaters.

It is now slated to run from Oct. 31 until Nov. 2.

Officials say rescheduling the convention in Calgary reaffirms the party’s commitment to the city and follows consultations with authorities and local businesses to ensure there is enough space for the threeday policy fest.

In a statement, Conservative party president John Walsh says the biennial convention will help the Tories prepare for the next general election, scheduled for 2015.

It will be held in the BMO Centre at Stampede Park.

Gas scare at Easter Seals camp COCHRANE — Children from an Easter Seals camp had to evacuate during a gas scare in the Alberta foothills Friday, but returned hours later after the smell was traced to a flood-damaged propane tank.

Crews originally responded to reports of a gas smell along Highway 66, just south of the Trans-Canada Highway near Cochrane.

Area administrator Shawn Polley said about 50 people were told to leave Camp Horizon, an outdoor get-away for children with disabilities.

“We requested they were evacuated to Bragg Creek Community Centre,” he said. “They were able to muster very quickly and move in a safe and orderly fashion to that site.”

Highway 66 was closed as a precaution.

About three dozen workers from the provincial government, industry, police and fire crews responded to the report. Using a gas detector, they were soon able to trace the source of the gas smell.

“They found out it was a (1,400-kilogram) propane cylinder that had been interrupted during the flooding of the Elbow River and had perched itself between a tree and rock bed,” said Polley. “It just appears that a valve had opened up and some product was venting.

“They closed the valve.”

The highway was reopened and an emergency alert lifted within two hours of its being declared.

Torrential rains in southern Alberta in June caused extensive flooding.

Missile, machine gun and bayonets turn up in B.C. gun amnesty MISSILE KEPT AS SOUVENIR OF OVERSEAS MILITARY SERVICE committed suicide with a firearm, and wondered if he’d still be alive today had the weapon been turned in during an amnesty.

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RICHMOND, B.C. — A British Columbia gun amnesty appeared to be the perfect solution for the person who had a 1.8-metre missile hidden away in storage for years.

The missile and other notable weapons included bayonets from the 1800s, a machine gun, rifles, handguns, shotguns and 31,000 rounds of ammunition were collected in the month-long amnesty program.

The missile was turned into the Abbotsford, B.C., police by the relatives of an individual who had reportedly kept it as a souvenir following some military service overseas, said Attorney General Suzanne Anton in Richmond Friday.

The amnesty ran from June 1 to June 30, and allowed people to turn in documented or undocumented firearms not used in a criminal offence without being charged, and was endorsed by the ministry and the B.C. Association of Chiefs of Police.

“We have to not lose focus of the public safety aspect of the amnesty,” said Anton.

“These firearms are dangerous and deadly devices, and gun amnesties over the years have taken thousands out of circulation so that they can’t be stolen or misused with tragic consequences.”

Anton said the military has taken possession of the missile, adding the amnesty also recovered historic firearms like a Lee-Enfield .303 — a weapon used by Canadian soldiers during the Second World War and Korean War and is still in use with the Canadian Rangers —and even a Russian sniper rifle.

Over 1,800 guns and 155 other weapons were obtained during the amnesty.

Anton said the weapons will be destroyed so they can’t be misused or fall into the hands of children.

That was a point underscored by Const. Jeff Palmer of the West Vancouver Police Department who said halfway through the campaign, children found a 1914 Webley, six-shot, .45-calibre revolver on a local greenbelt.

“Although it wasn’t surrendered as part of the amnesty, it illustrates some of the risks if you have unattended firearms that you are not keeping close track of, who knows maybe a family member, a child of the person who owned it had it out, playing with it, loses it in the forest.”

Palmer said police haven’t been able to track the revolver to an owner or connect it to an offence.

As successful as Anton said the program was, this year’s numbers fell below previous amnesties.

The Ministry of Justice announced an average of 2,500 firearms and 100,000 rounds were surrendered during amnesties in 1997 and 1998, and 3,200 firearms and 725 other unwanted weapons were handed over in 2006.

Insp. Brad Haugli, president of the B.C. Association of Chiefs of Police, said there’s no way to know how many lives have been saved or how many injuries, crimes or accidents have been prevented.

“There is no question that our families, our homes and our communities are safer thanks to the 2013 gun-amnesty program,” he said.

In fact, Haugli talked about an uncle who had

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Protestant marches in Belfast end in mayhem POLICE FIRE WATER CANNON, PLASTIC BULLETS

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS BELFAST — Protestant hardliners attacked lines of Belfast riot police Friday as Northern Ireland’s annual mass marches by the Orange Order brotherhood reached a furious, chaotic end with running street battles at several conflict zones.

In north Belfast, police in flameretardant suits and helmets deployed a half-dozen armoured cars to block a road so that Protestant Orangemen could not march past the edge of Ardoyne, a militant Catholic district that has become the most bitterly contested spot on the city map.

Men jumped on top of the armoured barricade and, as hundreds of marchers and supporters formed a sea of often alcohol-fueled fury behind them, wielded pipes, golf clubs, wood planks and even ceremonial swords to vandalize the police vans.

Emboldened, some threw bottles and bricks point-blank into police lines.

Many in the mob cheered as one policeman, struck and knocked semiconscious, was dragged to safety by colleagues.

Officers responded by firing a massive mobile water cannon at the rioters, propelling at least one shirtless man sideways off the roof of an armoured car and on to the pavement, his forehead split open.

But the Protestant crowd kept swelling and hurling objects into police lines, forcing officers to respond with volleys of snub-nosed plastic bullets in a failed bid to force the crowd to disperse or retreat.

During melees that lasted for hours, police said at least 23 officers and several rioters were injured, as was the Protestant politician who represents north Belfast in British Parliament, Nigel Dodds.

Dodds was struck in the head with a brick and knocked unconscious while talking to Orangemen standing near the police barricade. His Democratic Unionist Party, the largest in Northern Ireland, later said he had regained

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Riot policemen come under an attack from petrol bombs thrown by loyalists in North Belfast, Northern Ireland, early Saturday, July 13, 2013. Protestant hardliners attacked lines of Belfast riot police Friday as Northern Ireland’s annual mass marches by the Orange Order brotherhood reached a furious, chaotic end with running street battles at several conflict zones. consciousness in Belfast’s Royal Victoria Hospital.

Leaders of the Orange Order vowed to keep Protestants rallying to the confrontation zone until police caved in and permitted the march past Ardoyne.

The police commander, Chief Constable Matt Baggott, said his force would stand its ground and gather video evidence against the many hundreds of rioters.

Police were enforcing a surprise decision by a British-appointed Pa-

rades Commission to bar the Orangemen from using the main road beside Ardoyne to return Friday night to their nearby lodge, the first time such an order had been given.

The cross-community commission said it wanted Orangemen to stay away from that 300-yard stretch of road because, for the previous four years, Irish Republican Army splinter groups based in Ardoyne had attacked police with gunfire, grenades, firebombs and other weapons and wounded more than 250 officers in clashes that always

followed the Orangemen’s passage.

Orangemen accused the commission of surrendering to IRA violence and warned that both sides could play that game.

More than 4,000 Northern Irish officers and 630 reinforcements imported from Britain were deployed to keep control of the streets for this year’s “Twelfth,” Northern Ireland’s official sectarian holiday, when the British Protestant majority commemorates a 17th-century military victory over their Irish Catholic foes.

Snowden meeting a propaganda platform says White House RUSSIA CRITICIZED FOR ALLOWING NSA-LEAKER TO MEET WITH HUMAN RIGHTS ACTIVISTS

WASHINGTON — The White House criticized Russia on Friday for allowing National Security Agency leaker Edward Snowden to meet with human rights activists, calling it a “propaganda platform” for the man who seeks to avoid prosecution for leaking classified information about secret U.S. electronic surveillance programs.

A Russian lawmaker who was among the officials who met privately with Snowden in the transit zone of Sheremetyevo airport on Friday said Snowden wants asylum in Russia and is willing to stop sharing the secrets in his possession in exchange for such a deal.

White House spokesman Jay Carney said Russia should instead send Snowden back to the U.S. to face the felony charges that are pending against him.

“Providing a propaganda platform for Mr. Snowden runs counter to the Russian government’s previous declarations of Russia’s neutrality and that they have no control over his presence in the airport,” Carney said. “It’s also incompatible with Russian assurances that they do not want Mr. Snowden to further damage U.S. interests.”

State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki used similar language to express disappointment over the meeting.

“We are disappointed that Russian officials and agencies facilitated this meeting today by allowing these activists and representatives into the Moscow airport’s transit zone to meet with Mr. Snowden despite the government’s declarations of Russia’s neutrality with respect to Mr. Snowden,” Psaki said.

“Our concern here is that he’s been provided this opportunity to speak in a propaganda platform.”

President Barack Obama and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed Snowden, among other issues,

during a telephone call on Friday, the White House said in a terse statement that provided no specifics of their conversation about the NSA leaker. Carney said the call was planned several days ago, suggesting that it was unrelated to Snowden’s meeting with the activists.

Carney said Snowden is not a human rights activist or a dissident. “He is accused of leaking classified information, has been charged with three felony counts and should be returned to the United States,” the spokesman said.

Carney also urged the Russian government to “afford human rights organizations the ability to do their work in Russia throughout Russia, not just at the Moscow transit lounge.”

Snowden is believed to have been staying at the airport transit zone since June 23, when he arrived by air from Hong Kong. He fled to Hong Kong from the U.S. before his revelations were made public. Snowden had been expected to transfer in Moscow to a Cuba-bound flight, but he did not get on the plane.

He made an initial bid for asylum in Russia, but Putin said Snowden would have to agree to stop leaking the classified information in his possession before asylum would be considered.

Snowden then withdrew his bid.

It was not immediately clear whether Russia would take Snowden up on his latest request for asylum. The Kremlin has signalled that it wants him out of the country. Granting asylum could further test U.S.-Russia relations.

Venezuela, Bolivia and Nicaragua recently offered Snowden asylum.

At the State Department, Psaki denied that the U.S. ambassador to Russia, Michael McFaul, had telephoned a representative from Human Rights Watch. The anti-secrecy organization WikiLeaks, which has been assisting Snowden, said in a statement that Mc-

“Ambassador McFaul did not call any representative from Human Rights Watch,” she said. “An embassy officer did call to explain our position ... but at no point did this official or any official from the U.S. government ask anyone to convey a message to Mr. Snowden.”

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Strange love for colonial past STEPHEN HARPER’S DESIRE TO RETURN TO ROYAL ROOTS COUNTER TO VIEWS OF MOST CANADIANS

BY BOB HEPBURN SPECIAL TO THE ADVOCATE For all of his alleged political smarts, Stephen Harper is surprisingly out of touch with most Canadians when it comes to his fascination with Canada’s former days as a British colony.

In recent years, Harper has unilaterally imposed measures that reinforce an image of our prime minister as a man who loves our outdated colonial roots, loves the monarchy and loves all things British.

It’s an image that stands in stark contrast to how most Canadians want to see our country in the 21st century — independent, proud and one that has cast off its last ties to a foreign power.

Importantly, Canadians are actively urging Ottawa to distance itself from Britain, not embrace it more closely as Harper is doing.

The latest slap at Canada’s independent image came this week when the Harper government announced our army will be tossing out the Canadianstyle Maple Leaf rank designation on the shoulders of officers’ uniforms and restoring the traditional British Armystyle stars, or “pips,” that existed until the 1960s.

Harper also is expected to restore British insignia and rank designations to our air force and navy.

“This takes nothing away from the Maple Leaf,” Defence Minister Peter MacKay said defensively in making the official announcement.

“There are other places which the Maple Leaf is honoured,” he added, insisting the move is merely a return to tradition and in no way diminishes Canada’s image as an independent nation. How does this not hurt our image?

With this change, Harper has taken the main distinctive Canadian symbol off our military uniforms, the one the world would instantly recognize as “Canada.”

And why order the change at all?

There was no obvious pressure either from the public or the military to make the switch, especially after 45 years of having our own insignia and military ranks.

It’s especially odd given all the issues facing the military at this time, particularly the huge budget cuts that are coming and the growing concerns

over the military’s handling of personnel returning from Afghanistan.

The real answer likely lies with Harper’s love affair with British symbols and traditions. In just the last two years, he has restored the word “Royal” to the official name of our navy and air force, ordered our embassies abroad and federal offices at home to display the Queen’s portrait prominently and agreed to have Canadian diplomats share office space in British embassies.

When “Royal” was put back into the navy and air force names, MacKay said it was done to correct a “mistake,” a reference to the 1968 decision made by the Liberal government as part of its program to unify the forces.

As Harper moves to promote our outdated British ties with silly moves such as ridding the army of the Maple

Leaf insignia, most Canadians have long tired of honouring the British royalty and traditions.

On Friday, for instance, lawyers argued in a Toronto courtroom that it is against the Charter to force applicants for citizenship to swear or affirm allegiance to the Queen and her heirs based on their belief that the “monarchy is an anti-democratic relic of the past.”

Also, Democracy Watch, a non-profit citizens’ group, launched a national petition two weeks ago to elect U.S. comedian Stephen Colbert as “King of Canada.” The gimmicky campaign is aimed at getting Canadians to think seriously about replacing the Queen with an elected head of state.

A national poll conducted in February indicated 55 per cent of Canadians want to dump the British Royal family

as Canada’s head of state. And barely 15 per cent of us consider the Queen an important symbol of Canada.

Given these trends, it’s time Harper realized most Canadians no longer care about British traditions, British royalty or British military insignias.

Harper may feel he’s being a smart politician by appealing to his established older, conservative, Anglo base of supporters with his love for the British.

By doing so, though, he has shown a stunning lack of understanding for how much Canada has changed in recent decades — and how far we have come from the days when we were British subjects.

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Spies and whistle-blowers

This image provided by Human Rights Watch shows NSA leaker Edward Snowden during a press conference in Moscow on Friday.

Snowden wants to seek asylum in Russia, according to a member of parliament.

NO GOOD DEED GOES UNPUNISHED Edward Snowden, a former contractor to the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency, has been trapped in the transit lounge of Sheremetyevo airport in Moscow for the past two weeks, while the United States government strives mightily to get him back in its clutches.

Last week, it even arranged for the plane flying Bolivian President Eve Morales home from Moscow to be diverted to Vienna and searched, mistakenly believing that Snowden was aboard.

Former U.S. army intelligence analyst Bradley Manning is already in the U.S. government’s clutches. Having endured 1,100 days of solitary confinement, he is now on trial for “aiding the enemy” by GWYNNE passing a quarter-million U.S. DYER embassy messages, Afghanistan and Iraq war logs, detainee assessments from Guantanamo and videos of U.S. attacks in Afghanistan and Iraq to the WikiLeaks website.

These two American whistle-blowers have a lot in common. They are both young idealists who had access to the inner workings of the U.S. “security community” and were appalled by what they learned.

Their intentions were good, but their fate may be harsh. (Bradley faces life in prison without parole.)

And there is one big difference between them.

Bradley, the more naive of the two, was shocked by facts that more experienced observers take for granted: that governments, including the U.S. government, routinely lie to their citizens, their allies, and the world, and that armies at war, including the U.S army, sometimes commit terrible crimes.

So he published a mountain of evidence that substantiated those lamentable truths. That greatly angered the U.S. government, and he will probably pay a heavy price for it. The U.S. government wants its secrets, especially the most shameful ones, to stay secret, and its extraordinary vindictiveness towards

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Bradley is intended to deter others from blowing the whistle.

Edward Snowden, on the other hand, has exposed something that even experienced observers did not take for granted: that the U.S. government has created a massive apparatus for discovering everybody else’s secrets. Under the cover of the “war on terror,” it has been secretly trawling the telecommunications networks of the whole world for information not just on terrorism, but on any other subject that affects its interests.

Never mind the hypocrisy of this. (American secrets are sacred, but the United States has the right to know everybody else’s.) It’s the sheer scale and brazen arrogance of the operation that are so stunning. Exhibit A is the PRISM program, whose very existence was a secret until Snowden spilled the beans early last month.

This program, run by the National Security Agency, began in 2007. It collects data from all nine major American internet giants — Microsoft, Apple, Facebook, Google, Skype,Yahoo, etc. — and they are not allowed to reveal the fact that they are passing the data to the U.S. government.

In the first instance, it’s mostly traffic analysis: who is talking to whom? But if the traffic pattern sparks the NSA’s interest (or if the U.S. government wants to know the content of the messages for other reasons), then the spies can read the actual messages. And, as you would expect, PRISM didn’t just stay focused on “terrorism” for very long.

The NSA started using its new tools, and some older ones, to spy on foreign governments and companies, including those of America’s allies. “We hack network backbones — like huge Internet routers, basically — that give us access to the communications of hundreds of thousands of computers without having to hack every single one,” Snowden told the South China Morning Post in late June.

U.S. citizens resident in the United States are allegedly exempt from having their messages read without a court order (but the court is secret, too).

Unless, of course, American citizens communicate with people living outside the U.S., in which case

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Americans, on the whole, are remarkably untroubled by the NSA’s actions. Almost a million people work in the U.S. security industry, and most of those jobs would disappear if Americans did not believe that “terrorism” is the greatest threat facing their country. So the industry works very hard to sell them this fiction, and most of them accept it.

Foreigner governments, by contrast, are very angry. The countries targeted by the NSA included not just obvious candidates like China and Russia, but U.S. allies like France, Italy, Greece, Japan and South Korea.

The European Union’s embassy in Washington, its office at the United Nations, and even its headquarters in Brussels have been hacked. Latin American targets include not just Venezuela, but Mexico, Chile, Colombia and Brazil. (It’s those pesky Brazilian terrorists.)

French President Francois Hollande responded to Snowden’s revelations by demanding that the spying “stops at the earliest possible date — that is to say immediately.” Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff said that the NSA’s actions, if proven, would represent “violations of sovereignty and human rights.”

But foreign protests will not force a shut-down of the PRISM program. At most, it will be renamed and re-hidden. The U.S. government gains major advantages by knowing everybody else’s secrets, and the million people in the “security community” are a huge domestic lobby.

Manning and Snowden have done the world a service by exposing the U.S. government’s illicit actions past and present, but Manning’s future is probably life imprisonment, Snowden’s a life in exile (if he’s lucky). No good deed goes unpunished.

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New bank chief just cheerleader?

Stephen Poloz, the new governor of the Bank of Canada, not surprisingly was the subject of much attention when he gave his first speech, in southern Ontario, recently.

While it was uncritically received, it was at times less the speech of a central banker and more the speech of a politician, contending we are on the right track, pursuing the right policies and, if we are patient, the universe shall unfold as it should.

Poloz, to be sure, has been franker than his predecessor on the impact of the Great Recession on manufacturing DAVID sector. The Great Recession, CRANE he acknowledged, “put many companies out of business, especially small and exporting firms.

Many of those that survived dramatically reduced their operations, shuttering plants and dismantling equipment.”

While Alberta focused on boundless riches from the oilsands, Ontario suffered an economic tsunami in its manufacturing industries.

Moreover, despite central bank support for the banking system, “we know that otherwise solvent and creditworthy firms were left with considerably less credit than they needed.

In too many cases, temporary plant shutdowns were not sufficient to match the fall in demand or the decline in financing. Some firms reduced their operations. Others simply closed their doors.”

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also lagged. The banks preferred to finance condominiums, or even Florida vacations.

While Poloz was realistic in describing the major setbacks to Canadian companies from the Great Recession, he shifted gears then to a more political message, talking up what he saw as positive changes in the economy, with the business sector sitting on record levels of cash ready to invest.

Just be patient, Poloz was saying to Canadians — we are on the right track. We are set to rebuild Canada’s economic potential.

Poloz argued that “the gathering momentum in foreign demand, especially in the United States, should help lift the confidence of Canada’s exporters,” adding that “the sequence we can anticipate is the following: foreign demand will build; our exports will strengthen further; confidence will improve; existing companies will expand; companies will invest to increase capacity; and new ones will be created.”

And we will be back to prosperity for all.

Yet the trade data shows that for the first four months of this year, total exports are jut 2.7 per cent higher than the same period last year. Moreover, all of the increase, and more, is due to the resource sector. Gains in natural gas and lumber more than account for the total increase in exports. Industrial machinery, motor vehicles and parts, and electrical and electronic equipment exports are all down from last year.

Poloz cites the automotive sector as one poised for growth, where, he says, the firms that survived the Great Recession have adopted “more innovative processes and accelerated new product development.

These elements improve the competitiveness of Canadian firms and position them well to go headto-head with U.S. and global parts-sector firms. They also help Canadians to gain a foothold in global sup-

ply chains.”

Yet Canada is losing badly in the competition for new investment in the automotive industry, with the U.S. and Mexico the North American winners. Moreover, as a recent Statistics Canada report shows, investment in the automotive sector is lagging — in 2012 it was $1.6 billion, compared to $4.2 billion in 2007, and is projected to decline further this year.

And whereas the industry employed 152,600 Canadians in 2007, it employed just 115,000 last year.

Poloz sees much innovation and entrepreneurship in the business sector. And clearly there are companies large, small and in between that fit this description.

Yet there are also many underachievers. A recent report from Deloitte Canada found that “a significant portion of Canadian firms mistakenly believe they are making competitive levels of investment when they are not — causing them to slip behind their peers.”

Companies, it said, are spending too little on research and development, leading-edge machinery and equipment, and information and communications technology systems.

Companies are not investing to sustain growth.

Many small and midsize companies get off to a fast start, then disappear and die.

This contrasts with Poloz’s cheerleading.

Canadians are entitled to expect a more realistic assessment of the state of affairs, and less cheerleading from their central bank governor.

Perhaps we will get that on July 17 when the bank reviews monetary policy and indicates future direction.

answers that we finally come up with after much intense, meaningful and sober contemplation really constitute a study in human nature, developmental psychology and intellectual aberration.

Also, in the view of many left-brained, non-comic book reading persons, a colossal waste of time.

But aside from sadly missing out on the obvious joys of wanting to be a superhero, those left-brained people are also wrong.

As I shall soon prove.

Meantime, it would be flying. My choice, that is.

For the one super power I’d like to have.

I mean, you can still get those X-ray glasses at novelty stores, so that’s covered, so the one super power that would be the absolute best, in my considered opinion, would be the ability to fly. Also, the ability to land would help.

Just think, you wouldn’t have to put up with completely incomprehensible airline charges that are determined by a Ouija board so overpriced flight fees can be altered (upward) every 30 minutes.

You wouldn’t have to pay extra fees for having the audacity to bring a suitcase with you on your trip.

You’d miss out on sitting in a lumpy seat designed for a skinny eight-year-old child and never again have to pay eight bucks for a cardboard sandwich that was made in 1989.

And if flying is half as good as it is when I dream about flying, then who needs heat vision or super sensitive hearing, or the ability to blow air out of your mouth really, really hard?

It remains one of the more fascinating and meaningful campfire conversations, along with what’s your favourite planet, and how come everybody knows the words to Puff the Magic Dragon off by heart?

Which brings me to the good news — there is now

proof that we can all soon have at least one superpower, in spite of all those left-brainers out there.

You see, telescopic vision is now a reality.

I was on the highway listening to the radio the other day (I was also in a car, driving) when a California university engineering professor by the name of Joseph Ford came onto CBC and explained that they had developed the world’s first telescopic contact lenses. You pop these things in and — voila — you can fly!

I’m just kidding about that last part, but Prof.

Ford wasn’t kidding about the first part.

These lenses give you about three times magnification — about the same as a 100-mm lens on a camera, and they are developing a functionality whereby all you do is blink and you have magni-vision!

Blink again, normal vision. Blink again magnivision. Blink again. ... OK, I think you get the gist.

Superman look out! This is only the beginning for us mere Earthlings.

Officially, of course, these lenses are meant primarily for helping those with degenerative eye disease — never mind looking for a super power — a chance to see again would be the most super thing of all.

But by the way, you only get one guess as to who actually funded the research and development of the super telescopic magnification contact lenses.

Apparently the U.S. military gave up on several million pairs of cardboard X-ray specs and set their sights on superhuman zoom vision instead.

Supersoldiers, anyone?

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Your very own super power Ever since I started reading comic books, I’ve wanted to have X-ray vision.

Oh, it wasn’t the stories of superhuman super heroes with super powers that did it. No, it was those wonderfully cheesy ads at the back of the comics that told me I should have my very own X-ray glasses.

All I had to do was send $1 (plus 25 cents for postage and handling) and/or several thousand comic coupon points to some place in New Jersey or Ripoff, Conn., or somewhere an impossible distance away, and it was promised that I would (possibly in my lifetime) receive my very own X-ray specs whereupon I could see right through the skin and observe, with “amazing X-ray vision” the bones in my very own hand!

And there was always a HARLEY drawing of a kid wearing big HAY honking black horn-rimmed glasses with lightning bolts coming out of them and he’s staring at his hand, which is just an outline with bones inside.

And the kid is smiling in amazement, but the thing is, in the background there’s a drawing of a lovely young lady in a dress presumably waiting her turn to be observed through the amazingly astounding X-ray specs!

Which is really why he’s smiling, of course.

Only none of us comic book nerds put two and two together to get five and realized that if you could see the bones in your hand with the amazing X-ray glasses, then bones were all that you would see if you were lucky enough to find a lovely lady to stare at with magical nerd glasses.

Really though, it was the thought of having even one little super power that captured our imaginations, and X-ray vision seemed almost an actual possibility for any kid with $1.25 and a serious case of pathological gullibility.

Superman, the iconic invincible everyman’s superhero, is still popular to this day, 75 years after he was invented in a comic book, as evidenced by yet another Superman movie that is currently making loads of dough faster than a speeding bullet — able to become No. 1 in the box office in a single bound.

This from a British actor playing an alien American superdude co-invented by a Canadian in 1933.

Superman, of course, is super cool on account of he has it all.

Superhuman vision, strength, speed, invulnerability, and the ability to eat nothing but cheeseburgers and beer and never have to work out to keep looking superhuman studly in his skin tight Spandex suit.

Which was pretty amazing in itself since Spandex hadn’t even been invented when Superman was.

Which brings up the universal question pondered by every X-ray vision superhero wannabe this side of Bizzaro World: if you could have only one super power, what would it be?

I know this has probably been a burning question for all of us for many years, and our individual

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Putting human faces on taking the leap In our back yard we have a custom bird house built by my cousin with no birds in it. Oh, the odd sparrow family would take up residence, but not for long. So it just sits there as part of the backyard decor.

Often in the evenings or during the day (whichever comes first), we would sit outside weather permitting and relax, listening to the birds at the feeder or coming for a drink.

Once the rains stopped, we were sitting outside when behold, a squirrel pops out of the bird house!

This particular squirrel has been at the bird feeder before CHRIS so we knew we had one in the vicinity.

SALOMONS As we watched, a baby squirrel came out of the house onto a small platform right below the hole.

As we approached the birdhouse, the mama grabbed her young one by the scruff of the neck and for the next five minutes tried desperately to stuff the reluctant kit back into the house; all the while providing us with a bit of humorous entertainment.

Then one evening when we were watching again,

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my wife said there’s more than one! So she grabbed the camera (supper can wait, she said) and started taking pictures. Over the next day or two, we discovered not one but five young ones!

Obviously mama was in the process of teaching the kids how to jump the metre from the bird house to the oak tree.

The kids, of course, were not paying attention as they were scrambling all over the house playing tag while the mother would jump from the house to the tree and back again. She must have done it at least a dozen times or more, until finally one of the young ones jumped; falling short and landing in a branch but able to scramble to where mama was.

Over time, two more jumped, one scrambled down the support post, leaving one who never did jump — at least not while we were watching.

Many times it sat on the edge, making the motions to jump, but never going ahead with it, eventually crawling back into the house; poking its head out, and watching the world go by.

But the mother must have persisted and eventually the remaining kit jumped, because the next day we saw all five of the young under mom’s supervision, playing in the trees.

I find it rather amusing how nature affords us a glimpse of ourselves.

And the parallels we can observe in raising families and such. I could go on and on about these parallels, but there is one thought that struck me about

the reluctant kit. It was almost like I could put many human faces on that one child afraid to jump.

Because they are the faces of some of the people who come to the kitchen and we get a chance to interact with.

And it’s only through this interaction that one can see these traits.

In the animal world, they are called the runt of the litter. But in the human world they are called by a number of names, including rejected, different, slow, challenged, abused and the list goes on. Sadly, a lot of times the results are what often puts these people on the street.

A nephew who raised pigs once told me that a farmer can always tell a runt even after it has grown to maturity, and in the same way we are sometimes able to tell which of those we serve have been raised in a less than favourable condition.

Not all are in this category, of course; some have just opted to live as they do. But there are quite a few who, through no fault of their own, have turned to the only option that they could see at the time they made their choices.

Aware of this, it makes it really difficult to judge these people who were afraid to jump and throw them into the same category as the ones who constantly and through substance abuse act in such a way as to turn society against them.

Chris Salomons is kitchen co-ordinator for Potter’s Hands ministry in Red Deer.

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All of these houses had a central courtyard where women would hang laundry, children would play and people would go to use the three outdoor toilets.

In some ways, the courtyards were the heart of the community and even though people who lived in the back to backs had low incomes, they developed a unique sense of community thanks to these shared courtyards.

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Birmingham, England’s back to back houses weren’t exactly slum housing, but they were about as close as you could get in 1850. Built to accommodate a rapidly growing population of industrial workers, the houses were constructed literally back to back around a central courtyard, with multiple families sharing a single

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residence and an average of 60 people sharing the three communal outdoor toilets in the courtyard area.

Although former residents likely never would have imagined it, the last surviving court of back to back houses is today the second most popular tourist site in Birmingham, according to Tripadvisor ratings.

At one time, thousands of these types of houses could be found in Britain’s industrial towns and tens of thou-

sands of people lived in this type of housing.

Britain’s working poor were highly motivated to come to Canada in search of better opportunities and many Canadians can trace their ancestry to individuals who lived in this type of housing.

Unfortunately, little remains to tell the story of how the working poor lived in Britain. The Birmingham Back to Back Houses are one of the few sites operated by the National Trust that provide insight into the lives of those who lived and worked in English factories and industrial sites.

This is what the entrance to a back to back home would have looked like in the 1840s.

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Left: One of the other interesting businesses was a glass eye maker. The demand for glass eyes was much higher in the 1800s than it is today. In addition to making human eyes, the craftsman would have made eyes for dolls and for stuffed animals. Right: A tailor shop was also one of the home businesses that was found in the back to backs.

Things were looking up for this Jewish family living in the back to backs in the 1900s. Wedgewood China was highly sought after and a sign that you were better off financially. The walls would have been stenciled to look like wallpaper, because there was at that time a wallpaper tax that made wallpaper out of reach for most of the working poor.

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Over the years, more than 500 families lived in the 11 back to back houses still standing in Birmingham and hearing their stories is one of the most interesting aspects of a tour.

The average stay in the back to backs was only 18 months and in many cases, the inexpensive housing was a way to get a leg up and move on.

Living in such cramped conditions had its hazards and our tour guide stated that the average life expectancy in Birmingham during the early years was only 23 years. Bed bugs, vermin, bacteria and viruses spread quickly and took many lives.

Besides these hazards, there was a stigma that came with living in the back to backs. There was even a stigma associated with living in an industrial town.

Although Birmingham is only about an hour outside London by train, people from Birmingham had their own unique way of speaking and were called Brummies around the rest of the U.K. The tour begins inside a typical home in 1840. In 1840, there was no running water and residents carted water from a well that was located very far away and cooked everything over a wood burning stove.

Despite their humble circumstances, the home was not without its charms and residents did their best to adorn their homes and make them appealing places to live. In each home, you can see the efforts that were made to make the back to backs livable.

As time went on, many of the homes also served as small shops as well as residences and the tour allows you to see how different tradespeople worked and lived in the back to backs. The bedroom workshop of a clockmaker named Mr. Levi and George Saunders’ tailor shop are considered highlights, but I liked the handiwork of Mr. Herbert, the glass eye maker best.

There was a nice collection of glass eyes for human as well as some for dolls.

When you see how small the places are, it is hard to imagine how families were able to fit into the space together. In one house, two adults and seven children slept in a bedroom with one double bed and one single bed. Our guide said that people spent as much time in the courtyard as possible. At nighttime, four children slept on the top half of the double bed, two children slept on the bottom half and the baby slept in a drawer. Sleeping in a drawer was considered a rite of passage for many poor people. The last baby was born in the back to backs in 1966.

There are many heartbreaking stories of the lives of people who lived in the back to backs and also some inspiring stories of those who developed trades, worked hard and had the good fortune to be able to move on.

The family with seven children did not fare so well. Not long after the seventh child was born, the mother passed away. Although the father married again, his second wife died shortly afterward of the same lung disease that had taken his first wife.

This was likely due to the effects of poor nutrition, overcrowding and poor sanitation. Eventually, the father put his oldest son Herbert in the workhouse.

This was common practice among the working poor and Charles Dickens’ novel Oliver Twist accurately depicts the harsh conditions under which many children worked and lived. Herbert did not survive long.

The tour ends on a light note in a 1930s candy shop and as I stood inside the shop gazing at the shelves of vintage style candies, I couldn’t wondering what sort of unusual tourist sites might pop up in my hometown a century from today.

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BASEBALL FEVER Cubans are just as crazy for “beisbol� as Americans, and Spanish-speaking fans won’t want to miss the Central Park’s “esquina caliente,� or “hot corner.� Named after the baseball term for third base, this shady spot is a favourite place for Havana residents, mostly men, to engage all comers in

passionate arguments about the sport during the November-June season.

Still haven’t gotten your fill of Cuba’s national pastime? A ticket to the raucous bleachers of El Latino Stadium, home to Havana’s most storied ball club, Industriales, costs just a few pennies’ worth in the local currency.

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From $6 daiquiris at El Floridita, Ernest Hemingwayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favoured watering hole, to the ubiquitous hustlers looking to con visitors into buying knock-off cigars, much about the Cuban capital seems geared toward separating travellers from their money.

Fortunately some of Havanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most charming details can be experienced free of charge. Here are five great ways to explore this city stuck in time, without adding to the hefty fees charged by tour companies.

(Note: While millions of tourists visit Cuba each year from Canada, Europe and elsewhere, Washingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 51-yearold economic embargo still outlaws most American travel to the island.

However, tens of thousands of U.S. citizens are now visiting legally each year on cultural exchange trips.

These so-called people-to-people tours are rigidly scheduled to comply with embargo rules, but thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s almost always a little free time to go off on your own, and some of these attractions may also be part of official itineraries.)

THE MALECON Begun in 1900 during U.S. occupation and completed in 1958 under strongman Fulgencio Batista, the Malecon, or seawall, stretches 4 miles (6 kilometres) from old town to the Almendares River.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no bad time of day for a stroll along whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s known as â&#x20AC;&#x153;the great sofaâ&#x20AC;? for being Havanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 24/7 centre of social activity.

At dawn, fishermen dip lines into the gentle waves as the city rouses itself from slumber. In the afternoon, when the sunlight seems impossibly bright â&#x20AC;&#x201D; donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget the sunblock! â&#x20AC;&#x201D; kids keep cool by doing somersaults into the water.

Weekends at 23rd Street and Malecon are a real party atmosphere; for a

more mellow experience and the best sunsets in town, pull up some concrete where Paseo Boulevard meets the Florida Straits.

OLD HAVANA No visit is complete without a leisurely walk through the cobblestoned Spanish colonial quarter, much of it patiently rehabilitated by the Havana City Historianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office.

A tour of four public squares is enough to hit the highlights: intimate Cathedral Square, home to the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main Roman Catholic temple; leafy Plaza de Armas, where vendors hawk books, coins and Ernesto â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cheâ&#x20AC;? Guevara memorabilia at a daily flea market; sun-drenched Plaza Vieja, where uniformed children from a local school play rollicking games of tag; and breezy Plaza San Francisco, the jumping-off point for tour buses to Old Havana.

The latter teems with colorfully dressed, cigar-chomping women who make a living as what you might call officially licensed â&#x20AC;&#x153;greeters,â&#x20AC;? attaching themselves to the arms of male travellers and leaving lipsticky kiss marks on their cheeks.

A tip is expected if you have your picture taken with them, but a polite, preemptive â&#x20AC;&#x153;no graciasâ&#x20AC;? before they can pucker up should keep you on budget.

OLD CARS Havana doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t disappoint on its reputation as a living automotive museum, with finned 1950s Chevrolets, Fords and Cadillacs rarely seen elsewhere still cruising the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s avenues.

While some are barely held together by makeshift parts and creative soldering, many have been maintained with surprising amounts of TLC. For a four-wheeled blast from the past, head to the streets around the wedding-cake-like Capitol building, where classic car owners park their antiques so nostalgic tourists can gawk.

Motorcycle enthusiasts will delight in the weekly gathering of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;hogsâ&#x20AC;? just down the hill from the Hotel Nacional.

Members of Havanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tightly knit Harley-Davidson club meet informally here each Saturday afternoon to show off their vintage rides, nearly all of

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BRUINS SIGN BERGERON BOSTON — Patrice Bergeron was just 22 years old when a serious concussion jeopardized his career. Now, less than two weeks before his 28th birthday, one of the NHL’s best twoway forwards is under contract for the next nine seasons and hopes to retire with the only team he’s played for, the Boston Bruins.

Bergeron signed an eight-year, $52 million extension Friday that starts once his current three-year, $15 million deal expires after next season. “We don’t want to go anywhere else and so it was an easy decision for me and my family,” the Bruins alternate captain said in a conference call.

Bergeron’s extension came two days after the Bruins re-signed goalie Tuukka Rask, a restricted free agent, to another eight-year contract. It’s worth $56 million even though he just completed his first full season as the team’s No. 1 goalie.

General manager Peter Chiarelli was eager to keep two core players who were instrumental in Boston’s run to the Stanley Cup finals.

“We want to try and get these guys locked up,” he said, “the pillars of the team.”

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PARADES NAILS FIVE FIELD GOALS IN VICTORY THE CANADIAN PRESS Calgary 22 Montreal 14 MONTREAL — Backup quarterback Kevin Glenn and quarterbackturned-receiver Brad Sinopoli had a lot to smile about after leading the Calgary Stampeders to victory.

Glenn, filling in for the injured Drew Tate, passed for 268 yards and hit Nik Lewis for a touchdown pass. Sinopoli made five grabs in his debut as a receiver as the Stampeders downed the struggling Montreal Alouettes 22-14 on Friday night.

The Montreal defence did well to hold Calgary mainly to field goals, but even there, Rene Parades went 5-for-5 to stretch his string of successful boots to 25, the third longest in CFL history.

“It was a gutsy effort,” said Calgary coach John Hufnagel. “I thought Kevin played a heck of a game.

“He extended plays and moved the ball down the field.”

And the Stampeders (2-1) and Alouettes (1-2) get to do it all over again when they complete a back-to-back series next Saturday in Calgary.

The Alouettes were marginally better than in their 19-11 loss last week to Winnipeg, but still laboured to move the ball after the opening drive, which ended with Anthony Calvillo’s TD pass to Brandon London.

Their only other score came late in the game on a punt block and recovery by defensive back Ed Gainey.

The loss was extra painful as veteran guard Scott Flory left in the third quarter with what appeared to be a serious biceps injury and did not return. Montreal had placed their other starting guard, Andrew

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Chris Davis hit his major-league leading 35th home run, and Adam Jones and J.J. Hardy each had a three-run shot to provide Baltimore with a five-run cushion in the sixth inning.

“That’s what they do in a great park to hit home runs,” Toronto

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Woodruff, on the ninegame disabled list earlier in the day, reportedly with a concussion.

“We’re trying to improve but we’ve got to get our act together,” said Calvillo, who completed

22 of 36 passes for 205 yards. “We just lost two (in a row) at home and I can’t remember the last

time we did that (September 2006).

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Buehrle gives up three homers, eight runs in loss

SUNDAY

● Major women’s soccer: Calgary Alliance at Red Deer Renegades, noon, RDC pitch. ● Junior B tier 2 lacrosse: Calgary Wranglers at Innisfail Yetti, 1 p.m. ● Junior B tier 1 lacrosse: St. Albert Crude at Red Deer Rampage, 4:30 p.m., Kinex,

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Montreal Alouettes defensive end John Bowman leaps over the pile as Calgary Stampeders wide receiver Brad Sinopoli is hauled down by Alouettes linebacker Chip Cox, top, and defensive end Aaron Lavarias during second quarter CFL football action Friday in Montreal.

manager John Gibbons said. “They had the two big three-run homers, but you’ve got to expect here that’s going to happen. You have to go toe to toe. We had a lot of hits, but we just didn’t score a lot.”

The Blue Jays got homers from Edwin Encarnacion and J.P. Arencibia, and they outhit the Orioles 14-9.

“But we got some big hits with people on base,” manager Buck Showalter said.

Davis hit a two-run drive in the second inning, Jones connected in the third and Hardy provided the clincher in the sixth.

Buehrle (5-6) surrendered eight runs and nine hits in six innings to

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Baltimore Orioles’ Adam Jones, left, greets teammate Chris Davis at home plate after Davis batted Jones in on a home run in the second inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays, Friday, in Baltimore. fall to 0-5 against the AL East this season. The last time the left-hander allowed eight earned runs in a game was July 12, 2009, against Minnesota.

“It was obviously a bad pitch to Davis in the second inning, (but) anybody else doesn’t hit that ball out,” Buehrle said. “That’s why he’s

so good. He’s strong as a beast. Yeah, I’d like to have that back, but if it was against somebody else it’s probably a fly ball out.”

And the other two?

“The one to Jones, it was in the dirt,” Buehrle said.

“And obviously the one to Hardy, it was

meant to be a sinker but it really didn’t sink too much.”

Such is life when pitching in Baltimore.

The Orioles lead the majors with 128 homers and are 22-15 at home when going deep.

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Eskimos offensive line getting nothing but respect this season THE CANADIAN PRESS EDMONTON — In training camp last month, the Edmonton Eskimos offensive line was criticized by both general manager Ed Hervey and head coach Kavis Reed.

How things have changed. Just two games into the CFL season, the line is getting nothing but respect.

“Saw a brilliant performance last week (in Hamilton),” Reed said

of the line that opened some big holes for running back Hugh Charles and provided quarterback Mike Reilly with plenty of protection.

“Saw a pretty good performance against Saskatchewan (in Week 1).

Not what we expected but we really feel this group, if they stay healthy and we’re patient with them, they will be one of the best offensive lines in this league at year’s end. That’s our expectation. We feel those guys have the tal-

ent. They definitely have the drive to be able to get to that level.”

Positive reinforcement for a hard-working group as it prepares for Saturday’s meeting with the B.C. Lions, but the words are taken with caution by the linemen themselves.

“Hey man, that’s yet to be seen,” cautioned rookie right tackle Cliff Louis. “We’re working hard to work together.

Hopefully we will become one of the most dominating lines in the

league.”

They did take a big step last week in Edmonton’s 30-20 win over the Tiger-Cats in Hamilton, especially after opening space for Charles to run 70 yards for a touchdown on the Eskimos first offensive series.

“Oh man that was phenomenal,” Lewis said of the TD run. “It feels awesome to open up holes for a running back and then get him into the end zone. It’s a momentum booster, it brings the morale up, and it brings the

cammerardie together.

We’re already amped up ready to play and it adds on to that feeling.”

Besides providing the opportunity for Edmonton to rush for 177 yards, the O-line also didn’t allow a quarterback sack versus Hamilton.

“That was huge for us,” right guard Simeon Rottier said of the no-sack performance.

“We’ve been focusing all week on being sharp.

We’re still building that chemistry and that helps.”

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Jeter’s return short lived as quad strain sidelines shortstop

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK — Derek Jeter was not going to take it easy, not after spending 91 agonizing games sidelined with a broken ankle. That’s not Jeter.

At 39 years old, the New York Yankees captain might not have been ready to return to the team at his desired level of play.

In his first game this season, Jeter strained his right quadriceps in his third at-bat Thursday. He will now miss the weekend series against Minnesota, and New York will not rule out a return to the disabled list.

“It’s frustrating. I don’t know what else you want me to say,” Jeter said in a statement Friday. “I worked hard to get to the point of rejoining the team yesterday. It’s not how you draw it up, but hopefully I’ll be back out there soon and help this team win some games.”

After just four rehabilitation games, the Yankees pushed up the star shortstop’s return a day when Brett Gardner and Travis Hafner got hurt Wednesday night. Jeter had been telling the team he was ready to return, and general manager Brian Cashman said reports from Triple-A Scranton/WilkesBarre were positive.

So Jeter returned to a huge ovation and beat out an infield hit in his first at-bat. He also scored a run and had an RBI on a groundout that ended in a close play at first. He was pinch hit for in the eighth inning.

“The way the game unraveled in his first two atbats, they were go get’em situations and Derek’s going to do everything he can to succeed, and his body said not yet,” Cashman said. “Is that because of his age or more so maybe what he’s coming back from? ...It’s hard to say.”

Either way, Jeter is out again. An MRI showed a grade one strain.

Jeter, of course, was against going straight to the disabled list. The plan is to keep the shortstop out for the three-game series against the Twins, and then he’ll have four days for the All-Star break to receive further treatment before the Yankees reevaluate. After the break, they start a series at Boston on July 19.

“We’ll have to give it some time and see how he responds,” said Cashman, who said Jeter’s ankle was fine.

Cashman wouldn’t blame age as a factor for Jeter’s latest injury: “I don’t want to say it’s Father Time knocking on his door.”

But manager Joe Girardi was realistic about how he uses the Yankees all-time hits leader.

“I don’t think it’s a guy that you can run out there 40, 50 days in a row like you used to,” Girardi said.

“You’re going to have to manage that.”

In a season full makeshift lineups because of absent former All-Stars, the Yankees appear to have been sankebit twice.

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New York Yankees’ Derek Jeter singles during the first inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Yankee Stadium.

Call it DL 2.0.

Jeter joins Mark Teixeira (wrist surgery), outfielder Curtis Granderson (broken pinkie) and catcher Francisco Cervelli (broken hand), who’ve been hurt and then had setbacks or second injuries.

Teixeira returned briefly before season-ending surgery. Cervelli developed a stress reaction and is shut down for now.

Granderson, who broke his forearm in his first atbat in spring training only to be hit again after eight games back, was just cleared Thursday to take dry swings, Cashman said.

Alex Rodriguez (hip surgery) was due to play seven innings for Class-A Tampa on Friday night. He’s just 2 for 15 in his rehab assignment with one RBI. Cashman was eager to get his stars back but with all the setbacks and uncertainty, he can expect to explore trades as the deadline approaches July 31.

“When they’re healthy they’re getting plugged in,” Cashman said. “And we’ll be willing to sink or swim with them but don’t misunderstand that we’re not going to try to reinforce other aspects when we can, if we can. But we really do look forward to getting those guys back.”

Either way, Girardi thinks the team, which is 50-42 despite all the missed time, will do just fine.

“This group has been pretty good about moving on,” he said.

Franchitti in drivers seat for Honda Indy Toronto after winning pole position

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — Dario Franchitti was delighted after winning yet another pole at the Honda Indy Toronto.

That didn’t ease his anxiety about what will be an unusual start to the race.

Franchitti led qualifying for the second straight year Friday, marking the fifth time he will start first at the race as he chases a fourth career win at Exhibition Place.

But winning Saturday’s 85-lap race, the first of weekend doubleheader, will mean surviving IndyCar’s first standing start since 2008. Several drivers expressed anxiety about the change, which is different from the rolling starts drivers are used to.

Just being on pole isn’t calming Franchitti’s nerves.

“If you stall, you’re screwed anyway,” said Franchitti. “But we’re starting in the right place, I would say.”

Franchitti, who led qualifying with a lap of 59.6756 seconds on the 1.75-mile street track, previously won the event in 1999, 2009 and 2011. He’ll start ahead of Sebastien Bourdais, who won Toronto in 2004 and was second in qualifying with a lap of 59.7701. Will Power starts third.

“It feels good to get our third pole of the year,” said Franchitti, who opened the day by popping his front tire after brushing the wall during practice. “I made it difficult this morning, I made a little mistake at Turn 5 there, took the right side off the car so the guys had to repair the car.

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CFL: Alouettes struggling to find offensive game “It’s an improvement from last week, but we’ve got a long way to go.”

The Alouettes are used to winning, especially at home. But they are struggling to find their offensive game under a new coaching staff led by Dan Hawkins, who had no pro coaching experience when he succeeded Marc Trestman.

The defence has been mostly solid, and the special teams are better than last year’s squad, whch at least keeps the scores close.

The offence did a better job of preventing sacks and letting Calvillo throw the ball, and the running game was somewhat better, but there were far too many two-and-outs. Montreal had possession for only 23:42 compared to 36:18 for Calgary.

“Of course I’m upset, being in this locker room and seeing the guys on defence and special teams and with us (the offence) just devastated,” Calvillo said. “The defence say they have our back, and we have to contribute more. We just have to.”

Glenn was good on 22 of 28 passes, including six to Lewis and five to Sinopoli, for 81 yards each. Jon Cornish carried 18 times for 90 yards.

Sinopoli, whose performance included a spectacular one-handed catch for 42 yards in the third quarter, did his best to make it in the CFL it as a Canadian quarterback until this season. His future is now as a receiver. And he certainly looks up to the task.

“I’ve always had confidence in myself and I guess it was matter if proving it when I got my opportunity,” he said. “I made mistakes like anyone would, but I want to learn from those and hopefully go up from here.”

“He’s catching balls in the dark part of the field, fighting for yards, and he extended drives,” said Hufnagel. “So I was very pleased with Brad.”

“But the Target car was good ... I was able to find it a little bit every lap.”

It was a disappointing day for Canadian drivers.

James Hinchcliffe of Oakville, Ont., just missed out advancing past the first round of qualifying and will start 14th. Alex Tagliani of Lachenaie, Que., who also failed to get past the first round, starts 17th.

“This is certainly not the way we wanted qualifying to go,” said Hinchcliffe, who will get another shot Saturday morning during qualifying for Sunday’s race.

“I feel bad for all the fans here. (They) deserved better than that, but we’ll put our heads down tomorrow. It’s a long race, and I know we’ll have a good car.”

Concern and confusion over the standing start dominated what should have been relief among the top qualifiers.

Tony Kanaan, who qualified fourth, was surprised to find out the standing start — wherein cars begin the race from a stationary position on the grid and is best known for its use in Formula One — was scheduled for Saturday. The popular Brazilian said he hadn’t participated in the format since 1993.

He’s not a fan.

“Because IndyCar for me, it’s always been about rolling starts,” said Kanaan. “We’re talking about tradition and stuff. Maybe tomorrow I’ll end up in the end of the race saying I love it. That’s just because of the tradition. That’s my preference.

“I’m not against it. It’s just you guys asked my opinion. I said I don’t like it.”

The regular rolling start returns Sunday.

Lewis caught his 63rd TD pass to move into second place in Stampeders’ history behind Tom Forzani.

The Alouettes looked their old selves as they scored on their first possession, marching 81 yards on 11 plays capped by Calvillo’s 19-yard TD pass to London 7:50 into the game.

They didn’t get another first down until late in the half, while Glenn led drives topped by Paredes’ field goals of 20 and 22 yards.

Another drive aided by a long pass interference call ended with Glenn’s nine-yard TD pass to Lewis, which was tipped at the line and dropped into the veteran receiver’s hands. It gave Calgary the 13-7 halftime lead.

Paredes’ boots of 18 and 39 yards were the only scoring in the second half until Gainey blocked a Rob Maver punt and ran it in from 38 yards with 3:48 left in the game, which finally got the 23,184 at Percival Molson Stadium on their feet.

But two late possessions stalled and Parades added another from 39 yards in the final minute.

Since their return to Montreal in 1996, the Alouettes have only lost their first two home games of a season twice, in 1996 and 2007.

Calvillo threw a TD pass in a 20th straight game, one short of his personal best, and he passed the 79,000-yard mark in career passing yards, stretching his own record.

The Stampeders lost linebacker Malik Jackson to an injury in the first quarter.

Notes: The Alouettes wore a black sticker on their helmets for victims of last week’s train disaster in Lac Megantic, Que. They also collected funds for the Red Cross at the gates... Montreal guard Woodruff was replaced by American Michael Ola, while backup Kristian Matte took over when Flory was hurt...

Linebacker Jonathan Hefney was among Calgary’s scratches.

JAYS: Have lost 12 of 18 since winning streak “They’re a good team and they’ve got everything

GOLF

BRIEFS Allen with record lead at US Senior Open OMAHA, Neb. — Michael Allen raised his arms and looked skyward.

The long, hard-breaking eagle putt that defined his round of 7-under 63 Friday had just finished its uphill journey to the back of the cup on the 14th hole.

“The miracle shot,” he called it.

Allen said he wanted to lag the ball to within 10 feet. That it went in was a bonus.

“It wasn’t about me,” he said. “Obviously, something else happened. What do you say? The Lord did it or whatever. It was nice it went in, and it was kind of out of my control.”

Just about everything else went right for the 54-year-old Allen, too. His best round of the year put him at 10 under after the second round of the U.S. Senior Open and allowed him to break away from the pack for a five-stroke lead.

The cushion was the largest after 36 holes in the tournament’s 34-year history.

“Man, oh, man. The biggest lead?” Allen said with a smile. “So I can blow the biggest lead. Is that what you’re telling me?”

Rocco Mediate was Allen’s closest pursuer after he shot a bogey-free, 3-under 67. Jeff Sluman also had a 67 and was another shot back.

“We’ve got to go out and get him,” Mediate said.

“He ain’t going to come back, more than likely.”

Allen was short with his birdie putt on the last hole, ending his bid to match the U.S. Senior Open record of 62 by Loren Roberts at Prairie Dunes in 2006. His two-round total of 130 was lowest in tournament history.

Three share lead at John Deere Classic SILVIS, Ill. — Zach Johnson has evolved into one of the most consistent players the John Deere Classic has ever seen.

Johnson put together another steady round Friday, maintaining a share of the lead despite standout efforts from rookie Patrick Reed and Lucas Glover.

Johnson, the defending champion, shot a 5-under 66 to join Reed and Glover atop the leaderboard at 12-under 130 following second-round play.

It “was a day of just hanging in there and letting things come. But I like the fact that I don’t have to be perfect and I can still play here,” Johnson said.

Reed shot a 63 in the morning session, just one year after missing the cut at TPC Deere Run — and Glover finished a shot better at 9 under on Friday.

Australia’s Matt Jones is a shot back at 11 under.

Troy Matteson leads a pack at 10-under, while threetime winner Steve Stricker is among those contending at 9 under.

Two Canadians remain in the field. Brad Hearn (73), from Brantford, Ont., is tied for fifth while Mike Weir (176), from Brights Grove, Ont., is tied for 51st.

Brad Fritsch of Edmonton, and Calgary’s Stephen Ames did not make the cut.

Given how well Johnson has played this course of late, it could take a spectacular weekend to beat him. Johnson has shot 18 consecutive rounds in the 60s at Deere Run — largely by avoiding big mistakes and scrambling out of small ones — and his ninth bogey-free round Friday was a tournament record.

Matthew leads by three in Manulife Financial LPGA Classic WATERLOO, Ont. — With the greens soft and weather conditions ideal, Catriona Matthew was aggressive from the start of her round Friday at the Manulife Financial LPGA Classic.

She nearly holed her approach shot on the opening hole before settling for par. The eagle she barely missed out on would come four holes later.

Five birdies followed in her bogey-free round, vaulting Matthew into top spot at 15-under-par 127 at the tournament’s midway point.

“It feels really good, I’ve holed a lot of putts but I’ve given myself a lot of chances,” Matthew said. “I wouldn’t really say I’ve holed many super-long ones but just every time I’ve given myself a chance I’m kind of taking advantage of them.”

The 127 total blew away her previous career-best 36-hole mark on tour by five strokes.

Matthew was three shots ahead of American Angela Stanford (67). Anna Nordqvist of Sweden shot a 64 and was tied at 11 under with American Ryann O’Toole (65), Spain’s Belen Mozo (66) and South Korea’s Chella Choi (65) and Meena Lee (66).

Matthew, who hit a 25-foot-putt for eagle on the par-5 fifth hole, birdied two of the next three holes for a 32 on the front nine. She was at a loss to explain her comfort level on the southwestern Ontario course.

going for them right now,” Buehrle said. “What do you do? You’ve just got to get ready for the next start.”

The Blue Jays have lost 12 of 18 since an 11-game winning streak. Jose Bautista struck out four times, three against Tillman.

Orioles right-hander Chris Tillman (11-3) gave up three runs and eight hits in six innings. He has won seven of his last eight starts, thanks in part to some solid backing from the Baltimore offence.

“These guys grind out at bats all ballgame long, every day. It’s fun to watch,” Tillman said. “I’ve said it a hundred times — the quicker you get these guys back in the dugout and in the batter’s box, the more is going to happen.”

After Adam Lind hit a two-run double off Tommy Hunter with two outs in the ninth, Jim Johnson needed one pitch to get his 32nd save.

Toronto went up 2-0 in the second inning when Colby Rasmus doubled and Arencibia connected for his first homer in 18 games since June 18 and No. 16 on the season.

Davis answered in the bottom half with an opposite-field drive to left after Jones led off with a double for the first of his three hits. The home run gave Davis 88 RBIs, breaking Boog Powell’s franchise record of 86 before the All-Star break.

In the third, Encarnacion snapped a 1-for-11 slump with his team-leading 24th homer, a solo shot to left.

Again, the Orioles responded in the bottom half.

After Manny Machado and Nick Markakis singled with one out, Jones hit his 17th homer to put Baltimore ahead for good.

Hardy hit his 16th of the season after Jones and Davis singled to open the sixth.

NOTES: Toronto failed to sign Phil Bickford, the 10th overall selection in last month’s amateur draft.

That means the Blue Jays will get a No. 11 pick next year . . . . The Orioles selected the contract of RHP Jairo Asencio and designated RHP Jair Jurrjens for assignment . . . . Jason Hammel, who is 4-1 lifetime against Toronto, will start for the Orioles on Saturday. Todd Redmond will pitch for the Jays . . . . Twelve of the 50 runs allowed by Tillman this year have come in the second inning . . . . The Blue Jays have lost eight of 11 on the road.

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Chicago White Sox (Joh.Danks 2-6) at Philadelphia (Pettibone 5-3), 1:05 p.m., 1st game Toronto (Redmond 1-1) at Baltimore (Hammel 7-5), 2:05 p.m.

Houston (Keuchel 4-5) at Tampa Bay (Ro.Hernandez 4-10), 2:10 p.m.

Kansas City (Guthrie 8-6) at Cleveland (Kazmir 4-4), 5:05 p.m.

Texas (D.Holland 7-4) at Detroit (Scherzer 13-0), 515 p.m.

Chicago White Sox (H.Santiago 3-5) at Philadelphia (Lannan 2-3), 6:15 p.m., 2nd game Boston (Lester 8-5) at Oakland (Griffin 7-6), 8:05 p.m.

L.A. Angels (Weaver 3-4) at Seattle (F.Hernandez 9-4), 8:10 p.m.

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Colorado (Chatwood 5-2) at L.A. Dodgers (Greinke 7-2), 5:15 p.m.

N.Y. Mets (C.Torres 0-1) at Pittsburgh (A.J.Burnett 4-6), 5:15 p.m.

St. Louis (Lynn 11-3) at Chicago Cubs (Garza 5-1), 5:15 p.m.

Washington (Haren 4-10) at Miami (Fernandez 5-5), 5:15 p.m.

Chicago White Sox (H.Santiago 3-5) at Philadelphia (Lannan 2-3), 6:15 p.m., 2nd game Milwaukee (Lohse 5-6) at Arizona (Delgado 1-3), 8:10 p.m.

San Francisco (Lincecum 4-9) at San Diego (Volquez 6-7), 8:10 p.m.

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Texas at Detroit, 11:08 a.m.

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Houston at Tampa Bay, 11:40 a.m.

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L.A. Angels at Seattle, 2:10 p.m.

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Cincinnati at Atlanta, 11:35 a.m.

N.Y. Mets at Pittsburgh, 11:35 a.m.

Colorado at L.A. Dodgers, 2:10 p.m.

Milwaukee at Arizona, 2:10 p.m.

San Francisco at San Diego, 2:10 p.m.

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PF 52 63 83 54

PA 49 74 97 69

Saskatchewan Calgary B.C. Edmonton

WEST DIVISION W L T Pts PF 3 0 0 6 114 2 1 0 4 87 1 1 0 2 56 1 1 0 2 48

PA 67 82 60 59

Thursday’s Games Saskatchewan 39, Toronto 28 Friday’s Game Calgary 22, Montreal 14 Saturday’s Games Winnipeg at Hamilton, 4:30 p.m.

B.C. at Edmonton, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, July 19 Toronto at Winnipeg, 6 p.m.

Saturday, July 20 Montreal at Calgary, 5 p.m.

Edmonton at B.C., 8 p.m.

Sunday, July 21 Hamilton at Saskatchewan, 5 p.m.

Friday’s summary Stampeders 22, Alouettes 14 First Quarter Mtl — TD London 19 pass from Calvillo (Whyte convert) 7:50 Cal — FG Parades 20 14:27 Second Quarter Cal — FG Parades 22 4:59 Cal — TD Lewis 9 pass from Glenn (Parades convert) 11:04 Third Quarter Cal — FG Parades 11 6:06 Cal — FG Parades 39 13:32 Fourth Quarter Mtl — TD Gainey 38 blocked punt return (Whyte convert) 11:12 Cal — FG Parades 39 14:13 Calgary 3 10 6 3 — 22 Montreal 7 0 0 7 — 14 Attendance — 23,184 at Montreal.

TEAM STATISTICS

Cal

First downs 22 14 Yards rushing 108 53 Yards passing 268 205 Total offence 376 258 Team losses 62 13 Net offence 314 245 Passes made-tried 22-28 22-36 Total return yards 111 91 Interceptions-yards by 1-0 0-0 Fumbles-lost 2-1 1-1 Sacks by 2 6 Punts-average 6-42.5 8-39.3 Penalties-yards 6-55 13-143 Time of possession 36:18 23:42 INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS Rushing — Cal: Cornish 18-90, Glenn 2-10, Mitchell 2-4, West 1-4; Mtl: Whitaker 8-42, Calvillo 3-7, Bruce 1-4.

Receiving — Cal: Lewis 6-81, Sinopoli 5-81, Arthur 3-38, Taylor 2-29, McDaniel 2-24, Cornish 3-10, West 1-5; Mtl: Bruce 5-80, London 4-37, Green 3-36, Whitaker 5-26, Deslauriers 2-17, Richardson 2-6, Lavoie 1-3.

Passing — Cal: Glenn 22-28, 268 yards, 1 TD, 0 ints; Mtl: Calvillo 22-36-205-1-1.

Mtl

Transactions HOCKEY National Hockey League BOSTON BRUINS — Signed C Patrice Bergeron to an eight-year contract extension through the 2021-22 season.

CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS — Agreed to terms with F Marcus Kruger on a two-year contract.

LOS ANGELES KINGS — Agreed to terms with D Jake Muzzin on a two-year contract.

MINNESOTA WILD — Agreed to terms with Ds Jonathon Blum and Jon Landry on one-year, twoway contracts.

OTTAWA SENATORS — Re-signed F Erik Condra to a two-year contract.

ECHL SOUTH CAROLINA STINGRAYS — Re-signed D Kevin Quick.

BASEBALL MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL — Suspended San Francisco RHP Paul Davis (Augusta-SAL) 50 games for a second violation and N.Y. Mets RHP Estarlin Morel (Savannah-SAL) 25 games for violating the Minor League Drug Prevention and Treatment Program.

American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES — Optioned RHP Josh Stinson to Norfolk (IL). Designated RHP Jair Jurrjens for assignment. Selected the contract of RHP Jairo Asencio from Norfolk.

CLEVELAND INDIANS — Agreed to terms with RHP Adam Plutko on a minor league contract.

Optioned RHP Danny Salazar to Columbus (IL).

Recalled RHP C.C. Lee from Columbus.

HOUSTON ASTROS — Recalled RHP Jarred Cosart from Oklahoma City (PCL). Agreed to terms with SS Frankeny Fernandez and OF Felix Lucas.

NEW YORK YANKEES — Agreed to terms with OF Aaron Judge on a minor league contract.

OAKLAND ATHLETICS — Assigned INF Adam Rosales outright to Sacramento (PCL).

SEATTLE MARINERS — Announced RHP Jeremy Bonderman declined outright assignment and chose free agency. Optioned RHP Erasmo Ramirez to Everett (NWL) and RHP Blake Beavan to Tacoma (PCL). Recalled LHP Bobby LaFramboise

and RHP Hector Noesi from Tacoma.

TORONTO BLUE JAYS — Agreed to terms with RHP Brett Barber, LHP Jacob Brentz and 1B Rowdy Tellez. Sent OF Melky Cabrera to Dunedin (FSL) for a rehab assignment.

National League ATLANTA BRAVES — Sent C Evan Gattis to Gwinnett (IL) for a rehab assignment.

CHICAGO CUBS — Agreed to terms with 3B Kris Bryant on a minor league contract.

COLORADO ROCKIES — Optioned OF Tyler Colvin to Colorado Springs (PCL). Reinstated SS Troy Tulowitzki from the 15-day DL. Assigned RHP Joe Gardner outright to Tulsa (TL).

MIAMI MARLINS — Agreed to terms with SS Colin Moran on a minor league contract.

NEW YORK METS — Sent RHP Scott Atchison to Binghamton (EL) for a rehab assignment.

PITTSBURGH PIRATES — Traded RHP Tim Alderson to Baltimore for 1B/OF Russ Canzler, and optioned Canzler to Indianapolis (IL). Tranferred RHP James McDonald to the 60-day DL. SAN DIEGO PADRES — Placed INF/OF Kyle Blanks on the 15-day DL. Optioned RHP Miles Mikolas to Tucson (PCL). Designated INF Pedro Ciriaco for assignment. Reinstated INFs Yonder Alonso and Jedd Gyorko from the 15-day DL. Selected the contract of RHP Sean O’Sullivan fromi Tucson. Transferred LHP Clayton Richard to the 60-day DL. SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS — Optioned LHP Mike Kickham to Fresno (PCL). Recalled RHP Jean Machi from Fresno.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS — Sent RHP Ryan Mattheus to the GCL Nationals for a rehab assignment.

American Association AMARILLO SOX — Signed RHP Chandler Barnard.

FARGO-MOORHEAD REDHAWKS — Signed INF Nick DelGuidice.

LAREDO LEMURS — Signed LHP Jon Jones.

LINCOLN SALTDOGS — Released RHP Ben Henry.

SIOUX CITY EXPLORERS — Signed RHP Jonathan Rodriguez.

WICHITA WINGNUTS — Sold the contract of LHP Ryan Hinson to the Atlanta Braves. Signed RHP Ryan Scoles.

Atlantic League LONG ISLAND DUCKS — Reinstated LHP Matt Way to the active list.

Can-Am League NEWARK BEARS — Signed INF Joe Poletsky and RHP Aaron Tullo. Released OF Danny Lackner.

Frontier League FRONTIER GREYS — Signed C Michael Allen.

LAKE ERIE CRUSHERS — Signed RHP Adam Beach.

NORMAL CORNBELTERS — Signed C Alex San Juan. Released C Luis De La Cruz.

RIVER CITY RASCALS — Signed 2B Brian Aanderud. Released INF Andy Scott.

BASKETBALL National Basketball Association BOSTON CELTICS — Traded Fs Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and D.J. White and G Jason Terry to Brooklyn for Fs Gerald Wallace, Kris Humphries and Kris Joseph, Gs MarShon Brooks and Keith Bogans and 2014, 2016 and 2018 first-round draft picks.

MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES — Agreed to terms with Fs Chase Budinger and Corey Brewer on three-year contracts and F Shabazz Muhammad on a two-year contract.

OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER — Signed C Steven Adams and G/F Andre Roberson.

FOOTBALL National Football League DALLAS COWBOYS — Released FB Lawrence Vickers.

Canadian Football LeagueEDMONTON ESKIMOS — Released PR Phillip Livas.

Red Deer Ladies Fastball W L T 13 1 1 10 2 3 6 6 3 6 7 2 4 8 2

Pts 27 23 15 14 10

TNT Athletics Snell/Oslund Badgers U18 Rage N Jensen Bandits Stettler Heat

Lac Physio Shooters Conaco/Phillips Threat

2 1

8 10

1 2

5 4

Thursday Games Rage 6 Heat 1 Badgers 8 Bandits 8

Men’s baseball Red Deer Senior Men’s League Hideout 13 Gary Moe Volkswagen 5

Hideout 14 Gary Moe 4

Golf JOHN DEERE CLASSIC At TPC Deere Run Silvis, Ill. Purse: $4.6 million Yardage: 7,268; Par: 71 Second Round a-denotes amateur Patrick Reed 67-63 Zach Johnson 64-66 Lucas Glover 68-62 Matt Jones 66-65 Troy Matteson 68-64 Kevin Streelman 66-66 Jerry Kelly 68-64 David Hearn 66-66 Daniel Summerhays 65-67 Chris Kirk 67-66 Chez Reavie 72-61 Brendon de Jonge 65-68 Steve Stricker 67-66 J.J. Henry 68-65 Martin Flores 67-67 Charles Howell III 68-66 Jim Herman 66-68 Steve LeBrun 67-67 Kevin Sutherland 70-65 Tom Gillis 67-68 Nicholas Thompson 69-66 Boo Weekley 66-69 Scott Langley 68-67 Jordan Spieth 70-65 Lee Williams 67-68 Ken Duke 69-67 Bryce Molder 70-66 Joey Snyder III 72-64 Chad Campbell 69-67 Y.E. Yang 70-66 Roberto Castro 68-68 Brandt Jobe 69-67 David Mathis 70-66 Joe Affrunti 69-67 a-Patrick Rodgers 67-69 Michael Letzig 68-69 Nick Watney 67-70 Gary Woodland 69-68 Jonathan Byrd 69-68 Justin Hicks 71-66 Vaughn Taylor 66-71 Dicky Pride 68-69 Ryan Moore 67-70 K.J. Choi 67-70 Brian Gay 68-69 Carl Pettersson 70-67 Ryo Ishikawa 68-69 Camilo Villegas 64-73 Steven Bowditch 69-68 Andrew Svoboda 68-69 Greg Owen 71-67 Tim Petrovic 70-68 Kevin Stadler 70-68 Morgan Hoffmann 74-64 Harris English 69-69 Scott Brown 71-67 Stuart Appleby 70-68 John Kimbell 69-69 Heath Slocum 71-67 Erik Compton 72-66 Nick O’Hern 69-69 Matt Bettencourt 65-73 Robert Streb 66-72 Davis Love III 67-71 Keegan Bradley 69-69 Mike Weir 69-69 Jason Bohn 69-69 Brian Davis 70-68 Darron Stiles 71-67 Andres Romero 71-67 Rod Pampling 69-69 Doug LaBelle II 69-69

— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —

130 130 130 131 132 132 132 132 132 133 133 133 133 133 134 134 134 134 135 135 135 135 135 135 135 136 136 136 136 136 136 136 136 136 136 137 137 137 137 137 137 137 137 137 137 137 137 137 137 137 138 138 138 138 138 138 138 138 138 138 138 138 138 138 138 138 138 138 138 138 138 138

Failed to qualify Tag Ridings John Huh Derek Ernst John Senden Fabian Gomez D.H. Lee Justin Peters Gary Christian a-Justin Thomas Andres Gonzales Ted Potter, Jr. Russell Knox Cameron Percy Seung-Yul Noh Charlie Beljan James Hahn Paul Haley II

— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —

139 139 139 139 139 139 139 139 139 139 139 139 139 140 140 140 140

70-69 73-66 72-67 70-69 69-70 73-66 69-70 74-65 72-67 70-69 70-69 71-68 72-67 69-71 68-72 71-69 71-69

U.S. SENIOR OPEN At Omaha Country Club Omaha Neb. Purse: TBA ($2.75 million) Yardage: 6,711; Par: 70 Second Round a-denotes amateur Michael Allen 67-63 Rocco Mediate 68-67 Jeff Sluman 69-67 Fred Funk 67-70 Jeff Brehaut 69-68 Tom Lehman 67-71 Mark O’Meara 67-71 Gary Koch 71-68 Duffy Waldorf 70-69 Peter Fowler 70-70 Esteban Toledo 71-69 Fred Couples 71-69 Steve Elkington 70-70 Tom Watson 70-70 Kenny Perry 67-73 Jeff Freeman 73-68 David Eger 70-71 Gary Hallberg 67-74 Bart Bryant 72-69 John Riegger 72-69 Steve Pate 72-69 Steve Lowery 69-72 Jay Don Blake 67-74 Peter Senior 68-73 Chris Williams 70-72 David Frost 72-70 Kirk Triplett 70-72 Corey Pavin 69-73 John Cook 72-70 Walt Chapman 69-73 Joe Daley 72-70 Bernhard Langer 68-74 Colin Montgomerie 69-73 Eduardo Romero 69-73 Tom Pernice Jr. 74-69 Gene Sauers 73-70 Loren Roberts 76-67 Joe Ozaki 71-72 Hale Irwin 74-69 Brian Henninger 71-72 Chien Soon Lu 68-75 Willie Wood 75-68 Larry Mize 71-72 Kohki Idoki 69-74 Don Pooley 74-69 Gil Morgan 73-70 George Forster 70-73 a-Doug Hanzel 74-70 Mark McNulty 72-72 Dan Forsman 70-74 Andrew Morse 74-70 Joel Edwards 73-71 Stan Utley 70-74 Gary Wolstenholme 72-72 Barry Lane 73-71 Jeff Hart 71-74 Gene Jones 73-72 John Huston 77-68 Mark Calcavecchia 72-73 Tim Thelen 74-71 Lance Ten Broeck 74-71 Jay Haas 73-72 Tom Kite 70-75 Larry Nelson 73-72

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130 135 136 137 137 138 138 139 139 140 140 140 140 140 140 141 141 141 141 141 141 141 141 141 142 142 142 142 142 142 142 142 142 142 143 143 143 143 143 143 143 143 143 143 143 143 143 144 144 144 144 144 144 144 144 145 145 145 145 145 145 145 145 145

Failed to qualify Dick Mast Paul Wesselingh a-Michael McCoy Rod Spittle Scott Hoch Mike Goodes Bruce Zabriski Mark Wiebe Kevin Coombs a-Jack Hall Pete Busch J.K. Kim Greg Bruckner Kym Olsen a-Sean Knapp Craig Stevens Mark Mielke Vic Wilk Kirk Maynord Jack Ferenz a-Jeff Wilson Bruce Vaughan a-George Zahringer D.A. Weibring a-Gerry Simoni Jeff Roth

— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —

146 146 147 147 147 147 147 147 147 147 147 147 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 149

74-72 71-75 74-73 73-74 76-71 73-74 72-75 75-72 69-78 74-73 71-76 71-76 73-75 75-73 72-76 71-77 71-77 73-75 79-69 73-75 74-74 72-76 73-75 72-76 76-72 74-75

Soccer Major League Soccer EASTERN CONFERENCE GP W L T GF Montreal 17 9 4 4 31 Philadelphia 20 8 6 6 32 Kansas City 19 8 5 6 26 New York 19 8 7 4 25 Houston 18 7 6 5 20 New England 17 6 5 6 21 Columbus 19 6 8 5 23 Chicago 17 6 8 3 19 Toronto 17 2 8 7 17 D.C. 19 2 13 4 8 WESTERN CONFERENCE GP W L T GF Salt Lake 19 10 5 4 29 Dallas 19 8 4 7 27 Portland 18 7 2 9 28 Los Angeles 19 9 7 3 29 Vancouver 18 8 5 5 29 Colorado 20 7 7 6 23 Seattle 16 7 6 3 21 San Jose 20 5 9 6 20 Chivas USA 18 3 11 5 16 Note: Three points for a win, one for a tie.

GA 25 30.

19 24 18 14 23 25 24 29

Pt 31 30 30 28 26 24 23 21 13 10

GA 18 24 17 22 25 22 19 32 32

Pt 34 31 30 30 29 27 24 21 14

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

Los Angeles at Portland, 9 p.m.

Sunday’s game Chicago at Vancouver, 5 p.m.

GOLD CUP GROUP STAGE

Panama Martinique Mexico Canada

GP 2 2 2 2

GROUP A W D 2 0 1 0 1 0 0 0

L 0 1 1 2

GF 3 1 2 0

GA Pts 1 6 1 3 2 3 3 0

Thursday Seattle Panama 1, Martinique 0 Seattle Mexico 2 vs. Canada 0

El Salvador Haiti Honduras Trinidad

GP 0 0 0 0

GROUP B W D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

L 0 0 0 0

GF 0 0 0 0

GA Pts 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

GP 0 0 0 0

GROUP C W D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

L 0 0 0 0

GF 0 0 0 0

GA Pts 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

SOCCER Major League Soccer TORONTO FC — Announced the retirement of D Danny Califf who will remain with the club as a scout.

Friday’s game Philadelphia 3 Chivas USA 1 Today’s games Montreal at New York, 5 p.m.

Houston at New England, 5:30 p.m.

Toronto at Kansas City, 6:30 p.m.

Salt Lake at Dallas, 7 p.m.

Belize Costa Rica Cuba United States

Tenth Pace, purse $7,500 (EX, SF, TR).

1 Cloud Nine (K. Clark) 2 Easterpromise (J. Campbell) 3 Overnight Success (P. Giesbrecht) 4 Millbanks Ariel (T. Redwood) 5 Feelin Flush (T. Cullen) 6 Blue Star Beauty (W. Tainsh Jr) Eleventh Pace, purse $2,300 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Notacent Tobemade (G. Schedlosky) 2 Skirmish (K. Clark) 3 Modern Man (C. Brown) 4 Outlawclassichrome (T. Redwood) 5 Blue Star Charger (J. Chappell) 6 K B Hercules (W. Tainsh Jr) 7 Hes Country (Q. Schneider) 8 Connors Cam Bo (P. Giesbrecht) 9 Bomber Brown (J. Campbell) ae Canbec Hooligan (T. Cullen)

4 Barndougle (G. Clark) 5 Whosurhero (J. Jungquist) 6 Modern Cowboy (G. Hudon) 7 Western Shoot Out (R. Grundy) 8 Lefty Malone (J. Gagne) 9 Timely Promise (J. Campbell) ae Artability (Q. Schneider) Fourth Pace, purse $3,000 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Arctic Wireman (P. Giesbrecht) 2 Get Thereovernight (K. Clark) 3 Cenalta Alert (T. Cullen) 4 Burntoastformyles (J. Campbell) 5 Newport Place (T. Redwood) 6 Conspirator (B. Clark) 7 Lo Tengo (D. Monkman Jr) Fifth Pace, purse $3,500 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Capablenrewarding (D. Mcleod) 2 Modern Look (P. Giesbrecht) 3 Bob Watts (T. Cullen) 4 Mjjz R Us (P. Davies) 5 Remarkable Cam (J. Campbell) 6 Red Star Tiger (W. Tainsh Jr) 7 Gaucho Hanover (R. Hennessy) 8 Brandon Bey V (T. Redwood) 9 Dees Promise (K. Clark) ae Western Chrome (R. Goulet) Sixth Pace, purse $4,500 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Rascal Shark (P. Davies) 2 Blistillmyheart (J. Gagne) 3 Little Bit Faster (T. Redwood) 4 Life On Homicide (J. Jungquist) 5 Burn The Floor (R. Hennessy) 6 Newcrackofdawn (B. Watt) 7 Play Me Right (J. Campbell) 8 Cenalta Octane (R. Grundy) Seventh Pace, purse $3,200 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Cams Wizard (W. Tainsh Jr) 2 Willie Go Mjjz (T. Redwood) 3 Swing Away (T. Cullen) 4 Bettor In The Bank (K. Clark) 5 Arctic Artist (J. Campbell) 6 Westcoast Son (C. Brown) 7 Broadies Dancer (P. Davies)

8 Justabitcrazy (G. Hudon) 9 Caleo Bay (H. Haining) Eighth Pace, purse $10,000 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Brenin (J. Gray) 2 Tip Top Tap (R. Hennessy) 3 Masada Rocks (K. Hoerdt) 4 Senga Nanjeing (R. Grundy) 5 American Venture (K. Clark) 6 Big N Bad (J. Campbell) 7 Medicine Hat (P. Giesbrecht) Ninth Pace, purse $10,000 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Aerial Time (J. Chappell) 2 Tatsu (T. Cullen) 3 Gotta Bad Attitude (G. Clark) 4 Blue Star Admiral (W. Tainsh Jr) 5 Premium Attaction (K. Hoerdt) 6 Lisvinnie (R. Hennessy) 7 Pedal Steel (J. Campbell) 8 Beren Hanover (K. Clark) Tenth Pace, purse $7,500 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Hilldrop Shady (P. Giesbrecht) 2 Playbook (K. Clark) 3 Cowboy Caper (K. Hoerdt) 4 Kg Explorer (R. Goulet) 5 Bachelor Pad (B. Clark) 6 Gts Jake (J. Gray) 7 Kg Art Dreamer (G. Hudon) 8 Revoler (J. Campbell) 9 Loneridge Shannon (T. Cullen) Eleventh Pace, purse $2,300 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Me Myself And I (B. Clark) 2 G I Joan (K. Clark) 3 Caracas (W. Tainsh Jr) 4 Comeshomeearly (K. Hoerdt) 5 Truly Cruisin (B. Watt) 6 Barona Java (G. Hudon) 7 Yankee Mystique (P. Giesbrecht) 8 Major Ziggy (P. Davies) 9 Js Honeybet (G. Clark) ae Minettaszoombyyall (T. Cullen)

Alberta Downs Today’s Entries Post time: 1:15 p.m.

First Pace, purse $4,000 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Rummys Command (B. Clark) 2 Shark Festival (K. Clark) 3 Kinda Funky (H. Haining) 4 Barona Lite (B. Piwniuk) 5 Youre Away (R. Hennessy) 6 Bettor Dreams (J. Jungquist) 7 Cenalta Dynasty (B. Watt) Second Pace, purse $3,700 (EX, PX, SF, TR).

1 Brave Rustler (P. Giesbrecht) 2 Hollywood Monroe (G. Hudon) 3 Whos In The Hat (T. Cullen) 4 Sharon Blew Bye (B. Watt) 5 Liz Lover (J. Jungquist) 6 Baja Beach (J. Gray) 7 Hollywood Jubilee (J. Chappell) Third Pace, purse $2,800 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Stiletto Spur (T. Cullen) 2 Alcars Britefriday (P. Giesbrecht) 3 Best Out West (G. Hudon) 4 My World (K. Hoerdt) 5 Wrangler Hitech (T. Redwood) 6 Silent Rescue (J. Campbell) 7 National Interest (K. Clark) 8 Red Star Chance (D. Mcleod) 9 Dreamway Confed (J. Gray) ae Domino Theory (T. Cullen) Fourth Pace, purse $4,900 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Chatter Box (J. Campbell) 2 Outlaw Terra Gold (T. Redwood) 3 Cenalta Fireworks (R. Goulet) 4 Freedoms Treasure (W. Tainsh Jr) 5 Nitrous Force (T. Cullen) 6 Blazing By (J. Gray) 7 Keystone Maddie (P. Giesbrecht) Fifth Pace, purse $3,400 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Artninspiration (K. Hoerdt) 2 Cracklin Millie (G. Hudon) 3 Westwood Chaos (J. Jungquist) 4 Flawless Art (D. Mcleod)

5 Dickies Motel (J. Campbell) 6 Westcoast Royal (C. Brown) 7 Doda Gig (P. Davies) 8 Drinkin Her Pretty (K. Clark) 9 Eternal Grace (T. Cullen) Sixth Pace, purse $5,600 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Shirley Girl (G. Hudon) 2 Minettas Gidget (J. Chappell) 3 Popcorn (J. Gray) 4 Ruths Shadylady (J. Jungquist) 5 Cool One (D. Monkman Jr) 6 Outlaw Blue Danube (J. Campbell) 7 As Seely Promised (T. Redwood) 8 Born With A Grin (P. Giesbrecht) Seventh Pace, purse $3,500 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Cinderella Smiles (P. Giesbrecht) 2 Brendons No Fly (T. Redwood) 3 Glitteronthebeach (T. Cullen) 4 Such A Night (G. Hudon) 5 Carro Avro (R. Starkewski) 6 Regal Sage (P. Davies) 7 Tu Wong Fu (J. Chappell) 8 Crafty Cracker (W. Tainsh Jr) Eighth Pace, purse $10,000 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Fire Dance (D. Monkman Jr) 2 Skade (J. Campbell) 3 Kim Chee (K. Clark) 4 Outlawlookslikrain (C. Kolthammer) 5 Sheezgotdawoogies (To Be Announced) 6 Barona Lilac (K. Hoerdt) 7 Isle Of Shoals (W. Tainsh Jr) 8 American Passion (G. Hudon) 9 Blue Star West (J. Gray) Ninth Pace, purse $10,000 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Artprize (J. Campbell) 2 Kiss My Crouper (R. Grundy) 3 Emotions Run Wild (K. Hoerdt) 4 Outlawcherishafool (C. Kolthammer) 5 Contesta Hanover (K. Clark) 6 Crackers Hot Shot (W. Tainsh Jr) 7 Beach Baby (B. Clark) 8 Real Pretty (J. Gray) 9 Shadow Time (G. Hudon)

Sunday Entries Post time: 1:15 p.m.

First Pace, purse $4,000 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Say Again (K. Clark) 2 Whosurboo (R. Hennessy) 3 Incognito Cowboy (B. Clark) 4 Jacksons Spin (P. Giesbrecht) 5 Bettor To Be Free (J. Jungquist) 6 Metajka Road (J. Gagne) 7 Cool Eyes (D. Monkman Jr) 8 Tinhorn Creek (G. Hudon) Second Pace, purse $3,000 (EX, PX, SF, TR).

1 Meadowlark Tsunami (C. Brown) 2 Cigar Party (K. Clark) 3 Two Pack Habit (T. Redwood) 4 A Pride Day (P. Giesbrecht) 5 On A Rocket (J. Jungquist) 6 Mjjz Shannon D (Q. Schneider) 7 Presidential Pass (R. Hennessy) Third Pace, purse $3,400 (EX, PF, SF, TR).

1 Arctic Muscles (C. Brown) 2 Classy Cracker (T. Redwood) 3 Hesacountryboy (W. Tainsh Jr)

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WESTRIDGE CABINETS PLEDGES $100,000 TO FLOOD RELIEF A Red Deer County cabinet manufacturer is extending a hand to victims of the flooding in Southern Alberta.

Westridge Cabinets has pledged $100,000 in cabinetry and services to families affected by the flood and who do not have insurance. It will provide support based on submissions from renovation and restoration companies, as well as homebuilders.

Requests will also be accepted by email (operation_restoration@ westridgecabinets. com), twitter (@ YourNextKitchen) and Facebook (facebook@ westridgecabinets.com).

“As a company, we determined that the best way to give back is to use our specific area of expertise and utilize the resources at hand to assist in the rebuilding effort,” said Westbridge CEO Ron Goss. Founded in 1983, Westridge is Alberta’s largest fully-integrated cabinet manufacturer.

It operates out of a 140,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Gasoline Alley.

The business was purchased by Signal Hill Equity Partners of Toronto in 2011.

BESTY BUY CUTS PRICE OF BLACKBERRY Z10 SMARTPHONES TORONTO — Electronics retailer Best Buy has slashed the price of the BlackBerry Z10 touchscreen smartphone at its U.S. stores.

According to the U.S. website Friday, Best Buy is now selling white- and black-coloured BlackBerry Z10 smartphones for $49.99 under a two-year contract with carriers Verizon or AT&T. The touchscreen models were priced for $199.99 when they first appeared in the U.S. market in March. Analysts have generally considered sales of BlackBerry’s new touchscreen smartphones underwhelming in the United States, though some have noted that most BlackBerry users seem to prefer keyboard devices like the BlackBerry Q10 model.

— The Canadian Press

B7

BUSINESS

Saturday, July 13, 2013

Harley Richards, Business Editor, 403-314-4337 E-mail editorial@reddeeradvocate.com

Work in progress DESPITE STALEMATE, FAST ’ABSOLUTELY CONFIDENT’ OF TRADE DEAL WITH EUROPE

BY JULIAN BELTRAME AND MIKE BLANCHFIELD THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — Trade Minister Ed Fast is shooting down European claims that the federal government’s stalling prevented a trade deal from coming together as early as last February, saying he remains convinced the two sides will eventually reach an agreement.

In an interview Friday prior to an expected cabinet shuffle next week, Fast said negotiators were in touch this week and are expected to meet face to face shortly to work out a short list of unresolved issues.

Last week, EU ambassador Matthias Brinkmann blamed Canada for the pro-

tracted nature of the talks that have involved several missed deadlines, including during last month’s G8 summit in Ireland.

Canada’s quota demands for beef exports remained a sticking point after Europe made a generous offer, Brinkmann said.

The statement was seen as an effort by Europe to apply pressure on Canada at a time when the EU is shifting its attention and resources to the higher-stakes talks with the U.S., which got underway this week.

“I’m sure Mr. Brinkmann would have been happy with the deal in February because it would have been in the EU’s favour, but what was on the table was not in Canada’s interest and we will not sign that kind of agreement,” Fast said.

Since February, the two sides have come

closer together on a number of issues, he added, suggesting that the deal’s state of play is now closer to Canada’s liking.

Fast said he does not believe the European-U.S. free trade talks will sideline Canada. Given how close the two sides are, Canada is dealing with only a handful of European negotiators, a spokesman for his office said.

“We have every indication that the European Union negotiators remain 100 per cent committed to concluding their negotiations with Canada,” Fast said.

“I’m absolutely confident that at the end of the day we’ll be able to come up with an agreement that is clearly in Canada’s best long-term interest.”

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SCOTIABANK

‘Changing conditions’ end bid for Chinese bank

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — Scotiabank may have withdrawn its bid to acquire a minority stake in the Bank of Guangzhou, but analysts say that’s unlikely to dampen the Canadian institution’s interest in Chinese acquisitions.

“The size and growth potential of the Chinese market is clear, and that’s going to continue to draw the attention of management,” said Rob Sedran, an analyst at CIBC World Markets.

“I think even Scotia is not ruling out doing something in the future. It’s just that this deal, for whatever reason — and we don’t actually know the reason — just didn’t come to pass.”

Canada’s most international bank (TSX:BNS) announced its intention to acquire a 19.99 per cent stake in the Bank of Guangzhou — the maximum allowed under Chinese law — in September 2011.

But after nearly two years, Scotiabank announced Friday it has withdrawn its application, citing “changing conditions.”

“Scotiabank will continue to consider future opportunities for investment in China that are in line with our strategy and footprint in the region,” Dieter Jentsch, Scotiabank’s group head of international banking, said in a statement.

“The bank also remains focused on our existing operations in the country, including the recently announced Bank of Beijing Scotia Asset Management joint venture and a 19 per cent stake in the Bank of Xi’an.”

In May, Brian Porter, who has been tapped as the bank’s next chief executive, said a change of government in the City of Guangzhou was likely the cause of the delay.

Scotiabank’s primary international focus will continue to be in Latin America, but new acquisitions in Asia remain a “distinct possibility,” said John Aiken, an analyst at Barclays.

“From our standpoint, this does not reflect a changing desire for growth in Asia or China in particular for Scotia,” Aiken said in a note.

“However, with the lengthening timeline, it was quite likely that the structure and terms of the deal were not as attractive for either party at this juncture.”

Earlier this year, chief executive Rick Waugh hinted the bank’s patience was wearing thin, saying there were a “world of opportunities” for the bank and that it would find another place to put its capital if needed.

Photo by ASHLI BARRETT/Advocate Staff

Marcee Will touches up some of the lines on her painting on the Mooney Insurance window on Friday afternoon. The painting, which usually spans both sets of windows on the building, is only on the right hand side this year, but will be up for the duration of Westerner Days.

Demand for window decoration in decline

BY HARLEY RICHARDS ADVOCATE BUSINESS EDITOR

WESTERNER DAYS

Local residents with an interest in window art might recognize Marcee Will’s name. The Red Deer resident has been decorating shop windows for nearly 30 years, including 23 in the city.

Westerner Days has traditionally been a busy period for Will, who has done as many as 30 businesses for the city’s annual summer celebration. But demand for window decorating services has been in decline.

This year, Will has only done a handful of jobs. Work commitments have limited her decorating time, but she’s also noticed that fewer businesses are dressing up their premises.

Will thinks this may be due in part to the discontinuance of the Best Dressed Business competition that used to be held as part of Westerner Days.

Brian McLoughlin, a marketing and communications consultant with Westerner Park, has a different take.

“The reason that there isn’t awards for best decorated business was just lack of interest. As time went by, fewer and fewer businesses were doing it.”

That doesn’t mean Red Deer business

operators have lost their Westerner Days spirit, he added. Instead, they’re focusing on other projects — like entering floats in the parade and organizing pancake breakfasts and barbecues.

“What is really amazing this year is we have 24 off-site events that have registered through Westerner Park.”

Not only do such events help people get into the Westerner Days spirit, they raise money for local charities and draw traffic to the businesses organizing them, pointed out McLoughlin.

“It keeps the businesses front and centre with people.”

Lynn Gauthier, personal lines manager at Mooney Insurance Agency — which puts on a frontier face for Westerner Days every year — said the Best Dressed Business contest used to be a big motivator. Now, Mooney hires Will each year to decorate its windows so that it can raise public awareness about the charity pancake breakfast it hosts every year.

That said, Will’s art does draw compliments, added Gauthier.

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S&P says Ireland ahead of expectations

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS BELFAST — Standard and Poor’s raised its outlook on Ireland and forecast Friday that the bailed-out country’s debt levels could improve more quickly than expected as the export-focused economy recovers and government income grows.

The ratings agency kept its risk grade on Irish debt securities at BBB+ but improved its outlook from stable to positive, suggesting a possible rating hike that would drive down Irish borrowing costs. S&P cited Ireland’s commitment to austerity as a key reason for the decision.

S&P often has been the most optimistic among the big three ratings agencies on Ireland’s prospects to recover from a crippling bank-bailout program that forced the

country to negotiate a 2010 emergency loan package from European partners and the International Monetary Fund.

Moody’s, in stark contrast, has graded Ireland’s debt securities as Ba1 junk bonds and kept the country on negative outlook.

Fitch, like S&P, gives Ireland an investment-worthy BBB+ grade but retains its stable outlook.

S&P said it expects Ireland’s cumulative government debt to peak this year at 122 per cent of gross domestic product and decline to 112 per cent by 2016, reflecting hopes of modest GDP growth and strengthening government revenues amid continued budget cuts. It noted that unemployment has already declined to 13.6 per cent from a 2012 peak of 15.1 per cent.

And it cited the possibility that Ireland’s

state-run “bad bank,” which is responsible for handling the toxic debt of six rescued Irish banks, could prove unexpectedly successful in selling off its mammoth portfolio of half-built housing developments, shopping malls and derelict development land.

The National Asset Management Agency has sold off assets conservatively over the past three years due to Ireland’s shellshocked property market, where prices are stabilizing at roughly half of their peak 2007 levels.

The S&P report offered Ireland a boost after government figures last month revealed that the country in the first quarter of 2013 slipped back into recession, albeit by a narrow margin, for the first time since 2010.

B8 RED DEER ADVOCATE Saturday, July 13, 2013

MARKETS COMPANIES OF LOCAL INTEREST Friday’s stock prices supplied by RBC Dominion Securities of Red Deer. For information call 341-8883.

Diversified and Industrials Agrium Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . 95.30 ATCO Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . 44.01 BCE Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43.82 Blackberry. . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.59 Bombardier . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.91 Brookfield . . . . . . . . . . . . 38.36 Cdn. National Railway . 104.95 Cdn. Pacific Railway. . . 131.73

Cdn. Utilities . . . . . . . . . . 36.56 Capital Power Corp . . . . 20.99 Cervus Equipment Corp 20.13 Dow Chemical . . . . . . . . 34.17 Enbridge Inc. . . . . . . . . . 45.94 Finning Intl. Inc. . . . . . . . 23.80 Fortis Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 32.36 General Motors Co. . . . . 36.40 Parkland Fuel Corp. . . . . 18.31

MARKETS CLOSE TORONTO — The Toronto stock market closed lower Friday as traders took some profits from a sharp runup in beatendown resource stocks and oil prices continued to hover around 15-month highs.

The S&P/TSX composite index fell 31.09 points to 12,462.17. The tepid showing followed a jump of nearly 200 points the previous session in the wake of reassurances from U.S. Federal Reserve chairman Ben Bernanke that the central bank was in no hurry to curtail key economic stimulus measures.

The Canadian dollar was off 0.1 of a cent at 96.19 cents US after gaining 1.2 cents Thursday.

U.S. indexes were off the best levels of the session after the Dow industrials and S&P 500 hit fresh record highs Thursday after Bernanke said the U.S. needs a “highly accommodative monetary policy,” or low interest rates, for the foreseeable future.

The Fed is buying $85 billion a month in bonds to keep interest rates low The Dow Jones industrials inched up 3.38 points to a fresh, record high close of 15,464.3.

But the blue chip index was pressured in large part by a slide in Boeing Inc. shares after news of a fire on board an empty Boeing 787 Dreamliner plane forced Heathrow Airport to temporar-

ily close both its runways Friday.

Also, Thomson Airways says one of its Boeing 787 Dreamliner planes travelling from England to the U.S. had to turn back after experiencing a technical issue.

Boeing’s new Dreamliners were cleared to fly again in April after a four-month grounding amid concerns about overheating lithium-ion batteries.

Boeing shares fell as much as seven per cent as the news first came in but later were down $4.97 or 4.65 per cent to US$101.91.

The Nasdaq gained 21.78 points to 3,600.08 and the S&P 500 also moved further into record territory, up 5.17 points to 1,680.19. “(Bernanke) is very consciously trying to avoid a repetition of the mistakes made in 1994 (when) his predecessor Alan Greenspan took the markets by surprise, increased rates and the bond and stock markets had a very difficult year,” said Robert Gorman, chief portfolio strategist at TD Waterhouse.

“And I think Bernanke knows the U.S. economy could ill afford (that sort of a surprise) at this stage.”

Traders also took in earnings from American banking giants JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo that beat expectations.

JPMorgan Chase, the biggest U.S. bank by assets, made

Sirius XM . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.63 SNC Lavalin Group. . . . . 44.30 Stantec Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 45.56 Telus Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . 31.80 Transalta Corp.. . . . . . . . 14.61 Transcanada. . . . . . . . . . 47.14 Consumer Canadian Tire . . . . . . . . . 82.46 Gamehost . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.26 Leon’s Furniture . . . . . . . 12.00 Loblaw Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . 47.55 Maple Leaf Foods. . . . . . 14.93 Rona Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.33 Shoppers . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.40 Tim Hortons . . . . . . . . . . 58.75 Wal-Mart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77.63 WestJet Airlines . . . . . . . 21.75

US$6.1 billion in the second quarter after stripping out payments to preferred shareholders.

That was up 32 per cent from the same period a year ago and amounts to $1.60 per share, beating estimates by 16 cents.

Revenue in the period grew by 14 per cent to $25.2 billion, higher than the $24.9 billion forecast by analysts.

Despite the surge in profits, JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon said in a statement that loan growth remained soft. The bank’s shares edged 17 cents lower to $54.97 but still near their highest level in more than a decade. The stock has gained 25 per cent this year.

And Wells Fargo posted earnings of US$5.5 billion or 98 cents a share, beating estimates by five cents. Revenue was $21.4 billion versus $21.18 billion a year ago. Wells Fargo is the biggest U.S. mortgage lender, but with mortgage rates rising sharply in recent weeks analysts are concerned about the potential impact on the bank’s mortgage business.

Its shares were ahead 74 cents to $42.63.

Elsewhere in the financial sector, Scotiabank (TSX:BNS) said Friday it has withdrawn its application to acquire a 19.99 per cent stake in China’s Bank of Guangzhou. The bank said in a statement that “since announc-

Mining Barrick Gold . . . . . . . . . . 15.49 Cameco Corp. . . . . . . . . 22.80 First Quantum Minerals . 15.78 Goldcorp Inc. . . . . . . . . . 26.72 Hudbay Minerals. . . . . . . . 6.83 Kinross Gold Corp. . . . . . . 5.04 Potash Corp.. . . . . . . . . . 41.13 Sherritt Intl. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.06 Teck Resources . . . . . . . 22.85 Energy Arc Energy . . . . . . . . . . . 28.02 Badger Daylighting Ltd. . 49.77 Baker Hughes. . . . . . . . . 49.16 Bonavista . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.12 Bonterra Energy . . . . . . . 50.31 Cdn. Nat. Res. . . . . . . . . 33.11 Cdn. Oil Sands Ltd. . . . . 20.12 ing the proposed investment in September of 2011, Scotiabank and the City of Guangzhou have re-evaluated the proposed partnership in light of changing conditions.” Scotiabank shares added 11 cents to C$57.05.

The gold sector led decliners with a slide of about 2.5 per cent as August bullion backed off $2.30 to US$1,277.60 an ounce.

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX) faded 36 cents to C$15.49 and Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G) gave back 48 cents to $26.72.

The base metals sector was down 1.94 per cent with copper prices depressed after China’s finance minister suggested that growth could come in at seven per cent for this year, which is below the government’s official forecast.

China releases April-June growth figures on Monday morning and that could well determine trading next week.

The September copper contract on the New York Mercantile Exchange lost two cents to US$3.15 a pound and Teck Resources (TSX:TCK.B) declined 46 cents to C$22.85 while HudBay Minerals (TSX:HBM) slipped 16 cents to $6.83.

The energy sector drifted 0.45 per cent lower as signs of higher demand in the U.S. pushed the August crude contract on the Nymex up $1.04 to US$105.95 a barrel, up 2.6 per

Canyon Services Group. 11.59 Cenovous Energy Inc. . . 32.31 CWC Well Services . . . . 0.740 Encana Corp. . . . . . . . . . 17.80 Essential Energy. . . . . . . . 2.57 Exxon Mobil . . . . . . . . . . 93.40 Halliburton Co. . . . . . . . . 44.64 High Arctic . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.06 Husky Energy . . . . . . . . . 29.15 Imperial Oil . . . . . . . . . . . 43.56 Pengrowth Energy . . . . . . 5.32 Penn West Energy . . . . . 12.02 Pinecrest Energy Inc. . . . 0.700 Precision Drilling Corp . . . 9.62 Suncor Energy . . . . . . . . 32.44 Talisman Energy . . . . . . . 11.90 Trican Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . 13.95 Trinidad Energy . . . . . . . . 8.32 Vermilion Energy . . . . . . 53.12

Financials Bank of Montreal . . . . . . 62.91 Bank of N.S. . . . . . . . . . . 54.89 CIBC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75.92 Cdn. Western . . . . . . . . . 29.12 Carefusion . . . . . . . . . . . 10.02 Great West Life. . . . . . . . 30.19 IGM Financial . . . . . . . . . 46.46 Intact Financial Corp. . . . 59.72 Manulife Corp. . . . . . . . . 17.96 National Bank . . . . . . . . . 76.17 Rifco Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.98 Royal Bank . . . . . . . . . . . 61.80 Sun Life Fin. Inc.. . . . . . . 32.90 TD Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84.90

cent for the week.

In other corporate news, paper company Domtar Corp.

(TSX:UFS) says it expects to post an operating loss of between US$30 million and US$35 million when it reports its secondquarter results later this month.

Its shares fell $1.66 to $74.59.

Canadian Fine Silver Handy and Harman: $21.445 per oz., down 13.8 cents $689.46 per kg., down $4.43

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS Stocks: S&P/TSX Composite Index — 12,462.17 down 31.09 points TSX Venture Exchange — 898.42 up 4.51 points TSX 60 — 714.45 down 1.71 points Dow — 15,464.30 up 3.38 points, record high S&P 500 — 1,680.19 up 5.17 points, record high Nasdaq — 3,600.08 up 21.78 points Currencies at close: Cdn — 96.19 cents US, down 0.10 of a cent Pound — C$1.5701, down 0.77 of a cent Euro — C$1.3589, down 0.16 of a cent Euro — US$1.3070, down 0.28 of a cent Oil futures: US$105.95 per barrel, up $1.04 (August contract) Gold futures: US$1,277.60 per oz., down $2.30 (August contract)

Canola: July ’13 $ 6.30 lower $602.80; Nov. ’13 $6.30 lower $530.80; Jan. ’14 $6.20 lower $536.70; March ’14 $6.50 lower $541.50; May ’14 $6.10 lower $539.50; July ’14 $5.70 lower $537.60; Nov. ’14 $5.70 lower $509.30; Jan ’15 $5.70 lower $509.30; March ’15 $5.70 lower $509.30; May ’15 $5.70 lower $509.30; July ’15 $5.70 lower $509.30.

Barley (Western): July ’13 unchanged $244.00; Oct. ’13 unchanged $194.00; Dec ’13 unchanged $199.00; March ’14 unchanged $199.00; May ’14 unchanged $199.00; July ’14 unchanged $199.00; Oct. ’14 unchanged $199.00; Dec. ’14 unchanged $199.00; March ’15 unchanged $199.00; May ’15 unchanged $199.00.

Friday’s estimated volume of trade: 233,260 tonnes of canola; 0 tonnes of barley (Western Barley) Total: 233,260.

ICE FUTURES CANADA WINNIPEG — Closing prices:

Portuguese leaders vow to reach consensus

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS LISBON, Portugal — Portugal’s main political parties pledged Friday to try to negotiate a joint economic strategy that aims to spare the country a second international bailout.

But the obstacles to an agreement were clear during the annual State of the Nation debate in Parliament as parties traded accusations over who is to blame for the financial crisis and 10 straight quarters of economic contraction.

Portugal’s president appealed to the parties Wednesday to find broad political consensus after a dispute over austerity measures tore the coalition government apart and raised questions about whether the country can abide by the terms of the 78 billion euros ($102 billion) rescue it received two years ago.

Portugal’s difficulties over the past two weeks sent a chill through financial markets as investors feared that Europe’s debt crisis could flare up again. In recent months, there had been signs that the 17 European Union countries that use the euro, including Portugal, had got over the worst of their three-year debt problems.

The political upheaval in Lisbon has forced the postponement of the bailout lenders’ latest assessment on the country, which was due to begin next week but is now due to take place at the end of August.

As in Greece, the debt inspectors have to assess whether Portugal is complying with the terms of the bailout agreement — in return for the loan, Portugal has to enact a long list of spending cuts and economic reforms.

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People shout slogans during a protest by main Portuguese workers union General Confederation of Portuguese Workers, CGTP, in Lisbon, Saturday, July 6, 2013.

If it doesn’t, the creditors can potentially stop disbursing the money due from the bailout fund.

Though Portugal has enough cash to see it through the end of this year, it has to issue bonds worth 14 billion euros and 15 billion euros in 2014 and 2015, respectively, to service maturing loans. The three major international ratings agencies still classify Portugal’s credit worthiness at junk status.

The political uncertainty took its toll on the Lisbon stock exchange which closed down 1.1 per cent Fri-

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DEAL: ‘Not very promising’ Still, observers say the entry of Washington has complicated the process not only in terms of logistics and European motivation, but also because any concession the EU makes to Canada, it likely will have to make tenfold to the U.S. International Chamber of Commerce secretary general Jean-Guy Carrier noted he hasn’t witnessed a major trade deal in more than a decade, and given the current difficulties in the Canada-EU talks, he is not convinced there’s a good outcome down the road.

“Under current circumstances, I think it’s not very promising,” said Carrier.

One side will have to make further concessions to serve the greater interest of getting a deal, he said, suggesting Prime Minister Stephen Harper might want to consider blinking first.

“It seems to me if Canada went ahead and was able to reconcile some of the differences with Europe, this would be a tremendous sign of leadership in terms of trade negotiations,” he said.

“At some point, the cost of not getting an agreement outweighs the cost of getting it because there’s always going to be some political sell.”

But another official close to talks took the opposite view, saying Canada has already offered the Europeans concessions on intellectual property and agriculture.

The official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the tone of the negotiations has shifted in recent months with the Canadian team becoming more stressed and the Europeans feeling more confident.

“Rightly or wrongly, they see that they have Canada over a barrel,” the official said.

“I’m afraid that in the desperation to get a deal that the Canadian government will move beyond what the negotiators are advising.”

Fast insisted the government will not bend to political pressure on what he calls artificial deadlines.

He is also taking the same stance in talks with

day at 5,364, after losing 2 per cent the previous day. The interest rate on Por-

tugal’s 10-year bonds, an indicator of how risky investors see the country, climbed to 7.38 per cent from 6.79 per cent Thursday. A rate of more than 7 per cent is regarded as unaffordable and exceeding that threshold compelled Portugal to seek a financial lifeline from its euro partners and International Monetary Fund.

President Anibal Cavaco Silva, who has no executive powers but is tasked by the constitution with ensuring stable government, said the ruling coalition had lost its credibility after last week’s resignations of the finance and foreign ministers in a spat over the scale of planned spending cuts.

Saying a snap election would make things worse, Cavaco Silva urged the three main parties to find common ground on financial policy which would last beyond the end of the bailout program in June 2014. That, he said, would restore the political stability financial markets want.

Prime Minister Pedro Passos Coelho told lawmakers during Friday’s debate that parties must “put Portugal first” and thrash out an agreement.

“To reach a deal we just need to focus on the country’s needs and the common interests of the Portuguese,” he said.

D I L B E R T

Japan, which concluded their third formal round on Friday, but are still a long way off from completion.

The minister said the two pacts would be a major stimulus for the Canadian economy — a combined gross domestic product boost of about $16 billion a year and an additional 105,000 jobs — but only if the are the right deals.

Canada is also part of a multilateral negotiation for a Trans-Pacific Partnership, which also includes the U.S. and Japan.

In theory, the Canada-Japan negotiation should go smoother than the EU talks because it involves twoway bargaining, whereas the European talks pitted Canada against a group of 28 nations with different interests and positions. Analysts also suggest Canada’s and Japan’s economies share more complimentary sectors, suggesting fewer areas of conflict.

“On food security and energy security, that is a relationship that has every prospect of growing over the next decade,” Fast said.

Fast, who was appointed trade minister 14 months ago, refused Friday to speculate about whether he will still be on the file following the cabinet shuffle.

“I love my job,” he said.

DECORATION: A unique image on every window “She does a really good job.”

Will said she spent about seven hours on Mooney’s windows this year, which were fewer than her norm. She recalled one year decorating the fronts of a number of businesses around Mooney’s 4910 45th St. location.

“I think that took me a week to create that whole little corner.”

Will said most clients leave the design work to her, and she tries to create a unique image on every window she does.

“I like everything to be original.”

She got her start decorating windows in her hometown of Winfield, with her mother’s sewing shop providing her first glass canvass.

“My mom had seen window painting in Edmonton when she was picking up supplies and said, ‘Let’s try it.’”

Then 11, Will was soon painting the fronts of other Winfield businesses.

“It became sort of a seasonal thing out there,” she remembered.

“Eventually, I started doing full-scale murals and by the time I moved to Red Deer I had a little portfolio book.”

In addition to art for Westerner Days, Will does Christmas window decorations. She also paints children’s murals and other projects. hrichards@reddeeradvocate.com

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Crossing upgraded CELEBRATE OFFLEASH PARK Although Oxbow Dog Park has been open for a while, the City of Red Deer is throwing a party where the guests of honour are pooches. On Tuesday at 11 a.m., the opening ceremonies of the park, located on 40th Avenue south of the 19th Street intersection, get underway. “Oxbow is a great facility for dogs of all sizes with everything from trails and open spaces to an agility park and an area for small or timid dogs,” said parks superintendent Trevor Poth. Opening ceremonies include a free barbecue and free doggie bags for the first 200 dogs through the gate. Red Deer residents can also enter a contest for a chance to win door prizes, including a two-hour booking in the private portion of the park.

LACOMBE PROJECT WILL EASE TRAFFIC, IMPROVE SAFETY AT INTERSECTION

BY PAUL COWLEY ADVOCATE STAFF A busy railway crossing in Lacombe will be closed for nearly three weeks for longawaited safety improvements.

The Hwys 12 and 2A crossing will be off limits to traffic beginning July 22 until Aug. 9, assuming the weather co-operates.

Traffic will be detoured south to the Hwy 2A and 46th Avenue intersection or north to Hwy 2A and Wolf Creek Drive.

Matthew Goudy, City of Lacombe infrastructure services director, said the latest improvements are the final stage of a

$19.3-million project to upgrade Hwy 2A. The province picked up $16 million of the cost and the city $3.3 million.

Work on the 46th Avenue intersection involves repaving and realigning the road with 47th Avenue, which previously did not line up. Pedestrian crossings have also been added.

At Hwy 12, the crossing will be repaved and a small change made to alignment.

Pedestrian crossings will be added and westbound vehicles will no longer be able to squeeze into a small space between the tracks and Hwy 2A. “Certainly with so many trucks on the highway it’s been a concern of ours in the

past and it will be nice to eliminate that,” Goudy said.

Canadian Pacific Railway has also installed track sensors to improve the co-ordination of traffic lights and railway crossing barriers.

“There will be a lot more warning when the arms are coming down and a train is coming,” he said.

“Safety and efficiency are the main goals here.”

Adding the pedestrian crossing will be a big improvement because the amount of foot traffic at the crossing has increased as the area to the east develops. pcowley@reddeeradvocate.com

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GULL LAKE AQUIFER TALK Learn about Gull Lake aquifers while enjoying your breakfast at the Red Deer River Watershed Alliance’s Friday Ambassador Program breakfast.

Trevor Wannop of the Gull Lake Water Quality Management Society will present at the morning event, talking about the society’s aquifer mapping project. The project is aimed at mapping the aquifers to inform on better planning and management to ensure the lake remains healthy into the future. The breakfast will run from 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. at the Quality Inn North Hill at 7150 50th Ave. in Red Deer. The cost to attend is $15 per person. RSVP by noon on July 17 to info@rdrwa.ca or call Kelly at 403-340-7379.

KOREAN WAR CEREMONY In honour of the ceasefire that ended the three-year war in Korea, people can honour those who served with a ceremony in Red Deer.

On July 26 starting at 10:45 a.m., Ross Street will be blocked off as the ceremony will take place at Veterans Park. The service is traditionally short, with only one speaker and maybe a few words from a distinguished visitor. The service will start at 10:50 a.m. and conclude with the laying of poppies at 11:15 a.m.

About 27,000 Canadians served during the Korean War and another 7,000 for the two years following in a peacekeeping role. A total of 516 Canadians were killed.

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Edmonton-based artists Angie Brooks (top) and Lyne Gosselin entertain the crowds at the grand opening of the renovated Little Gaetz Avenue on Friday. A strip of Little Gaetz will be turned into a makeshift open air barn on Tuesday. Hay bale benches will line Little Gaetz Avenue for the open air barn dance, which runs from 6 to 10 p.m. Patrons can buy food from local vendors and purchase Red Deer centennial souvenirs. Entertainment at the Scott Block (4818 50th Ave) will occur between dance sets. The barn dance is on the eve before Westerner Days, which runs in Red Deer from July 17 to 20. The barn dance is one of a series of events to mark Red Deer’s centennial year. Little Gaetz Avenue is a one-way street that runs south through downtown Red Deer.

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BRIEFS Taylor Drive narrowed for retention pond work One southbound lane on Taylor Drive between Jewell Street and Grant Street will close to traffic as crews start work on the Johnstone Park detention pond on Monday.

The lane closure will be in effect between Monday and July 29 and again between Aug. 15 and Aug. 20. Residents are reminded to watch for construction signage and construction crews.

Trial months away in fraud case Trial is still 15 months away for two men accused of a fraud scheme in Consort.

Samuel Skinner, 57, of Edmonton and Patrick Gramlich, 56, of Consort were charged in May 2012 with multiple counts of theft and fraud arising from an investigation in Consort.

Co-accused on the charges, Skinner and Gramlich have asked to be tried by judge and jury in Red Deer Court of Queen’s Bench. Their trial is set for three weeks, opening with jury selection on Nov. 3, 2014.

Bashaw woman negotiates plea Plea negotiations are underway for a Bashaw woman accused of setting her house on fire in an attempt to kill her husband and children.

The 43-year-old woman, whose name is withheld to conceal the identities of her children, was arrested on charges of attempted murder just before Christmas in 2010.

The woman had earlier pleaded not guilty and asked to be tried by Court of Queen’s Bench judge alone.

Setting of trial dates has been adjourned to accommodate a series of psychiatric tests.

Defence counsel Brian Beresh of Calgary, represented by a lawyer from Red Deer, has asked that his client’s election be changed to provincial court judge to accommodate plea negotiations.

Beresh and his client are scheduled for an appearance in Red Deer provincial court on Nov. 19.

Kidnapping suspect faces trial A Red Deer man accused of kidnapping and robbing three victims in Red Deer on May 14 will go to trial in Red Deer Court of Queen’s Bench in September.

David James Kertesz, 27, pleaded not guilty in Red Deer Court of Queen’s Bench on Friday to charges including kidnapping with a firearm, armed robbery, extortion using a firearm, forcible confinement, uttering threats, possessing a handgun for a dangerous purpose and pointing a firearm at his alleged victims.

Kertesz was among a number of people arrested by Red Deer City RCMP after they were called to investigate a series of events starting with reports of an armed robbery outside an apartment building on Parke Avenue.

Police investigating the original reports were then involved in a standoff outside a home on Halman Crescent.

Represented by Red Deer lawyer Lorne Goddard, Kertesz asked be tried by judge alone. He remains in custody pending the outcome of his trial, set for the week of Sept. 9 to 13.

Guilbault case put over Court proceedings against an Innisfail man accused of killing his father were adjourned for another month on Friday.

Aaron Guilbault, 32, is charged with second-degree murder in the death of his father Tim Guilbault, 58, whose body was discovered in a family residence west of Bowden on Nov. 5.

Tim Guilbault served a number of terms on Red Deer city council before moving to Calgary for a new job.

Along with the second-degree murder charge, Aaron Guilbault is also facing charges of criminal harassment and unlawful harassment. He remains in custody but was not brought into court for a scheduled appearance on Friday.

His matters were adjourned for another month at the request of his defence counsel, Patty MacNaughton.

Drug suspects’ trial next year Two men arrested during an RCMP drug raid two years ago will go to trial in 2014.

Ahmed Mahdi Nur, 30, and Raed Abdulla, 31, were arrested on July 12, 2011, after police raided three homes in Red Deer and a storage unit in Edmonton.

Police seized large quantities of drugs and cash as well as eight firearms in the series of raids.

Nur and Abdulla have chosen to be tried by judge alone in Red Deer Court of Queen’s Bench on multiple counts of possessing proceeds of crime; careless use and storage of firearms; possession of loaded, prohibited firearms; drug trafficking; and possession of drugs for trafficking.

Their trial was set on Friday to 15 days, starting on Sept. 29, 2014.

Psychiatric report still needed One more psychiatric report is needed before a trial date can be set for an Edmonton man accused of killing an Fort Saskatchewan woman and dumping her body in a ditch near Innisfail.

Mark Damien Lindsay, 26, is charged with second-degree murder, performing an indignity to human remains and obstruction of justice in connection with the death of Dana Jane Turner, whose body was found on Oct. 9, 2011.

Adopted son of John Lindsay, former chief of the Edmonton Police Service, Lindsay was arrested in Port Coquitlam, B.C., on March 15, 2012.

He has elected to be tried by judge and jury in Red Deer Court of Queen’s Bench, represented by defence counsel Robert Shaigec of Edmonton.

A date for his Lindsay’s trial was to be set during arraignments in Red Deer on Friday, but was adjourned for another month while the court awaits a letter from one of the psychiatrists who has examined him. Lindsay, who has remained in custody since his arrest, is due back in court on Aug. 9, when Shaigec is to address his trial dates.

Bank robbery case delayed Setting of trial dates for a man accused of robbing a Red Deer credit union last fall was adjourned on Friday after he confirmed that he has fired his lawyer.

Defence counsel Norm Clair of Wetaskiwin was representing Dustin Aaron Clark, 36, accused of using bear spray and wearing a disguise to rob the Servus Credit Union at 67th Street and Taylor Drive on Thursday, Sept. 13.

Clark, who remains in custody while awaiting trial, told Justice Monica Bast that he has hired Denise Lightning of Hobbema in Clair’s place. Lightning was not in court to confirm that she will represent Clark or that she would be available for his trial, set for Nov. 19 to 22.

Clark is to return to court with counsel on Aug. 9 to either confirm those dates or reschedule his trial.

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Pope overhauls laws for Vatican City CRIMINALIZES LEAKS OF VATICAN INFO AND CHILD SEX ABUSE

VATICAN CITY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Pope Francis overhauled the laws that govern the Vatican City State on Thursday, criminalizing leaks of Vatican information and specifically listing sexual violence, prostitution and possession of child pornography as crimes against children that can be punished by up to 12 years in prison.

The legislation covers clergy and lay people who live and work in Vatican City and is different from the canon law which covers the universal Catholic Church.

It was issued at a critical time, as the Vatican gears up for a grilling by a U.N. committee on its efforts to protect children under a key U.N. convention and prevent priests from sexually abusing them.

The Vatican signed and ratified the U.N. Convention on the Rights of the Child in 1990 yet only now â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 23 years later â&#x20AC;&#x201D; has it updated its legislation to reflect some of the treatyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s core provisions.

The bulk of the Vaticanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s penal code is based on the 1889 Italian code, and in many ways is outdated.

Much of the hodge-podge of laws passed Thursday â&#x20AC;&#x201D; which range from listing crimes against humanity to the illicit appropriation of nuclear material â&#x20AC;&#x201D; bring the Vatican up to date with the many U.N. conventions it has signed over the years.

Others were necessary to comply with international norms to fight money-laundering, part of the Vaticanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more recent push toward financial transparency.

And still others were designed to update the Vaticanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legal system with contemporary practice: The new law cancels out lifetime prison sentences, for example, and instead imposes maximum sentences of 30-35 years in prison.

One new crime stands out as an obvious response to the leaks of papal documents last year that repre-

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Celebrant: Rev. Gary Sinclair

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sented one of the gravest Vatican security breaches in recent times.

Paolo Gabriele, the butler for then-Pope Benedict XVI, was tried and convicted by a Vatican court of stealing Benedictâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s personal papers and giving them to an Italian journalist.

Using the documents, journalist Gianluigi Nuzzi published a blockbuster book on the petty turf wars, bureaucratic dysfunction and allegations of corruption and homosexual liaisons in the highest levels of Catholic Church governance.

Gabriele was convicted of aggravated theft and sentenced to 18 months in the Vaticanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s police barracks. Benedict eventually pardoned him, but his crime devastated the Vatican, shattering the confidentiality that typically governs correspondence with the pope.

In an indication of how serious the Vatican considers such confidentiality, the penalties for violations of the new law are stiff.

Anyone who reveals or receives confidential information or documentation risks six months to two years in prison and a (euro)2,000 euro ($2,500) fine; the penalty goes up to eight years in prison if the material concerns the â&#x20AC;&#x153;fundamental interestsâ&#x20AC;? of the Holy See or its diplomatic relations.

Sexual crimes did exist in the previous law, but in a general form in the archaic code as a crime against â&#x20AC;&#x153;good customs.â&#x20AC;?

The new law defines crimes against children under age 18, including the sale of children, child prostitution, recruiting children, sexual violence, sexual acts with children and the production and possession of child pornography.

In the old code, such general crimes would have carried a maximum penalty of three to 10 years, the Vatican said.

Under the revision, the punishments go from five to 10 years, with aggravating circumstances bringing the maximum up to 12 years and a fine of 150,000

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Codifying that law answers one of the questions posed to the Holy See last week by the U.N. Committee on the Rights of the Child, which will evaluate the Holy Seeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s implementation of the core U.N. treaty protecting children in early 2014.

Other questions will be more problematic for the Holy See to answer, including a request for â&#x20AC;&#x153;detailed information on all cases of child sexual abuse committed by members of the clergy, brothers and nunsâ&#x20AC;? that have been brought to the Vaticanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attention over the years.

The Vatican has long considered cases of clerical sex abuse to be the responsibility of local bishops, not the central authority of the Catholic Church.

Vatican officials said it would be wrong to assume that just because these new laws criminalize certain behaviour that the behaviour previously was legal. It merely means that, 100 years ago, child pornography was not specified as a crime in either the Italian legal code or the Vaticanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The introduction of the new regulation is useful to define the specific cases with greater certainty and precisions, and to thus satisfy the international parameters, calibrating the sanctions to the specific gravity of the case,â&#x20AC;? the Vatican foreign minister, Monsignor Dominique Mamberti, wrote in Thursdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Vatican newspaper Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Osservatore Romano.

LOCAL EVENTS UPCOMING EVENTS Redeemer United Reformed Church will hold a vacation school for children entering kindergarten to Grade 5.

Bible school takes place from Aug. 12 to 16, at Church of the Nazarene. To register call Val at 403-789-7787 or Nicole at 403-885-5867.

Centre for Spiritual Living 11:00 a.m.

Celebration Service Rev. Judy Andersen www.cslreddeer.org

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Loving God . . . Loving People 10:15 am Worship Service Encountering God

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Toronto-based 1980s hit-makers Glass Tiger: 30 years later, fans still love the music. Glass Tiger performs at Westerner Days on Thursday.

The big hair is long gone GLASS TIGER IS MORE THAN UNFORTUNATE 1980S FASHION — A STRING OF HITS STILL RESONATES WITH FANS

BY LANA MICHELIN ADVOCATE STAFF It can’t be the big, gelled hair or the football-sized shoulder pads, but something is fuelling an 1980s revival.

And Glass Tiger is certainly riding that wave.

The Toronto-based pop group best known for the infectious hits Don’t Forget Me (When I’m Gone) and Someday is benefiting from ’80s nostalgia, along with fellow bands Roxette and Platinum Blonde. All of these groups are touring again and discovering a big response to their music.

It’s exciting to look into a crowd and see fans singing along to songs that are now nearly 30 years old, said Sam Reid, the keyboardist for Glass Tiger.

“When I hear our old stuff being played (on radio), I am definitely grateful our music has stayed and not faded away,” added Reid, who will perform along with the rest of the Juno Awardwinning group on Thursday at Red Deer’s Westerner Days.

“I’m going to be a little biased but I think a lot of wonderful music has come out of the ’80s, with a lot of great melodies. I don’t see it ever fading out, just like the great music of the ’60s and ’70s is still holding.”

Most music from the ’80s suits family-friendly events such as Westerner Days, since swearing and in-your-face suggestive language is not included.

“Now there’s a certain shock factor, where everything has to be an extreme, whereas we were more about lyrics and the melodies,” said Reid.

While the 49-year-old had a great time touring Canada as a successful musician in the mid 1980s, when Glass Tiger was even nominated for a Grammy Award, he figures “we’re having as much or even more fun now than we did then.”

Glass Tiger not only plays the standards people expect to hear in concert, but also some new original songs, such as Take It Back and Love Is On the Way, which were written for a 2012 tour with Roxette. While these new tunes haven’t received nearly the radio play that’s

ON STAGE AT WESTERNER DAYS still devoted to the band’s early hits on oldies stations, Reid still feels he’s “living the dream” as a middle-aged father of four, who’s been married for 25 years but still gets to regularly perform in a pop-rock band.

These days, band members — including singer Alan Frew, guitarist Al Connelly, bassist Wayne Parker and drummer Chris McNeill — are enjoying a lighter schedule and “less extreme pacing.”

Most Glass Tiger gigs happen on summer weekends, then taper off as the weather cools, leaving the musicians with more time to work on their other projects during the winter.

For Reid, this means running his own recording studio in Newmarket, Ont., where he produces albums for new bands, as well as taking on corporate videos, voice-overs and other nonmusic projects.

Every spring, the band members gear up for another summer of per-

forming at fairs and festivals. And Reid, whose brother Robert is in the heavy equipment parts business in Red Deer, is particularly looking forward to playing at Westerner Days, since it will be something of a family reunion.

When the musicians do meet-andgreets with fans after concerts, “the best compliment you can receive is when somebody tells you, ‘I like Someday because that’s exactly how I felt.’

“They ask, ‘How did you know how I was feeling?’ ” Reid said, with a chuckle.

Today, members of Glass Tiger are regularly introduced to children of their fans. Someday it might their grandchildren. “When I hear, ‘My grandma thought you were hot,’ we’ll be packing it in. We’re done!” Reid joked.

The 8:30 p.m. concert (doors open at 7:30 p.m.) in the Centrium is free with fair admission. Rush seating. lmichelin@reddeeradvocate.com

A gross, lazy flop ADAM SANDLER’S GROWN UPS 2 MAY WIN THE PRIZE FOR WORST MOVIE SO FAR IN 2013

BY LINDA BARNARD SPECIAL TO THE ADVOCATE Grown Ups 2 Zero stars (out of four) Rated: PG Adam Sandler scrapes the bottom of the barrel — and then he pukes into it — with Grown Ups 2, a lazily cribbed-together swamp of pointless and unfunny sketches that makes 2010’s Grown Ups look like Citizen Kane.

There’s no explanation why Rob Schneider isn’t back for the further adventures of five high school pals from the class of 1978 who reunited to prove how little they’ve matured. An attack of conscience, perhaps? So now they are four: Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade and their shameless ringleader, Sandler.

Dennis Dugan (Jack and Jill) is back to direct for round two but there’s little direction going on in this threering circus of cinematic torture.

With only the barest excuse for a plot, something about standing up to bullies and let’s have an 1980s-themed costume party, Sandler and former SNL writers Fred Wolf and Tim Herlihy have created a script in name only. Gags written by a troupe of Ritalin-addicted monkeys are funnier — and likely include fewer feces jokes.

In fact, bouncing boobs, urine, projectile vomiting, hits to the crotch, testicles and the contents of diapers seem to be an endless source of fascination for Sandler, who opens Grown Ups 2 by being sprayed in the face by an enthusiastically peeing male deer. And he seems to have a

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Chris Rock, left, and Adam Sandler in Grown Ups 2: a swamp of pointless and unfunny sketches. sudden appreciation for inflatable rafts: paging Dr. Freud.

Selfish wiseasses who end up with audacious babes, Sandler’s Lenny is married to curvaceous Roxanne (Salma Hayek), who always appears to be one sneeze away from popping her buttons. She’d like to have another baby but Lenny wants to stick to the three kids he has.

It’s a good policy. The cutesy annoyances that populate Grown Ups 2 are already too much to bear.

Sally (Maria Bello), married to James’ underachiever Eric — whose claim to fame is he can burp, sneeze and fart at once, creating a “burpsnart” — and Deanne (Maya Rudolph), wed to tricky cable guy Kurt (Rock), also partake in the crudity. Rudolph can’t seem to believe the leering line she’s given to purr to a buff fitness instructor. The joke, like many others, falls flat as an anvil.

Weedy looking Marcus (Spade) is still understandably single. He discovers he has a son, a hulking lug who shows up to spend the summer with his pop.

At the

Women are ill used throughout, either set up as the butt of jokes or something to be ogled. Witness Paulina Gretzky, playing a drunken college co-ed, slurring and prancing about in a bikini. A career is born.

The guys don’t fare much better. Spade is stuffed into a tractor tire and rolled around until he vomits a green geyser. Meanwhile Twilight’s Taylor Lautner plays the most unlikable character onscreen this year (and I’m including the World War Z zombies) as a trash-talking frat boy.

“Why is this never ending?” Eric wonders at one point. We feel his pain as the obligatory car-wash scene begins with soapy vixens and Cherry Pie blasting. But wait! It’s SNL’s Will Forte and Andy Samberg rubbing their short-short-clad fronts on the windshield. Hilarious!

The huge cast appears to cover off all those Sandler owes a favour to from his SNL days, plus a ragtag bunch of cameos from Steve Austin to wrinkly ’70s rockers The J. Geils Band.

The original night screening for Grown Ups 2 was cancelled due to a power outage at SilverCity Yorkdale caused by the massive storm that slammed Toronto. Perhaps the universe was trying to tell Sandler something.

Linda Barnard is a syndicated Toronto Star movie critic.

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Travis suffers stroke, undergoes brain surgery NASHVILLE — Country music stars and fans joined together to urge prayers for Randy Travis on Thursday after he underwent brain surgery following a stroke at a Texas hospital.

Travis remained in critical condition after surgery to relieve pressure on his brain Wednesday night, publicist Kirt Webster said. The 54-year-old Grammy Award-winning singer had been improving while being treated for heart failure caused by a viral infection when he had the stroke.

Nancy Jones, the widow of Travis’s lifelong hero George Jones, paid a visit to Travis on Thursday.

Stars including Hillary Scott of Lady Antebellum and Martina McBride and the Grand Ole Opry used Twitter to express their concerns and join Webster’s call for prayers for the singer, a popular and pivotal figure in country music. Hundreds posted messages with the hashtag PrayforRandy.

“We’re all pulling for you Randy,” Brad Paisley said via Twitter.

The setback occurred hours after doctors said Travis was showing signs of improvement since the start of treatment Sunday for congestive heart failure and the insertion of a pump to help his heart increase blood flow.

His doctors said Wednesday in a video statement that his heart problem stemmed from an upper respiratory infection caused by a virus, but they have not released any information since.

Infections, both viral and bacterial, may start elsewhere in the body but sometimes can affect the heart, either because the infection itself spreads or because immune cells that are fighting it enter the heart and cause inflammation.

About 20 different viruses, including the flu, can lead to this so-called myocarditis, and there’s no way to predict who is at particular risk, said Dr. Justine Lachmann of Winthrop University Hospital in Mineola, N.Y. When younger people develop heart failure, it’s usually for this reason.

Most people recover from myocarditis, but a small number rapidly develop life-threatening illness — experiencing a domino effect as the inflammation weakens the heart muscle, leading to congestive heart failure, in which the heart can’t pump properly.

Doctors treat them with supportive care, trying to allow the heart muscle to rest and recover, sometimes by inserting devices such as the one Travis received to help the heart pump.

Heart problems can lead to a stroke and can cause other complications.

It was not clear what kind of stroke Travis suffered.

The most common type of stroke is caused by a blood clot that travels to the brain. The other kind happens when a blood vessel in the head bursts or leaks.

Stroke patients who get treatment quickly are usually given a drug to dissolve the clot that caused the stroke.

Drs. William Gray and Michael Mack of the Baylor Health Care System in Texas described Travis’ condition and hospitalization for the first time in a video statement earlier Wednesday, noting his condition had stabilized and he had “shown signs of improvement.”

Hours later, he was in the operating room. Doctors had not yet addressed Travis’ current condition publicly Thursday and Webster said in an email he had no further information to release.

The Three Wooden Crosses singer was in good health until three weeks before he was hospitalized, when he contracted a viral upper respiratory infection, Gray said.

Travis was admitted to Baylor Medical Center McKinney near his home in Tioga, about 100 km north of Dallas, through the emergency room Sunday.

He was transferred to The Heart Hospital Baylor Plano after having the pump installed via catheter.

Travis’ illness comes as he’s been trying to put his life back together following a series of embarrassing public incidents involving alcohol.

Travis pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated in January following an arrest last year and received two years of probation and a $2,000 fine. He was required to spend at least 30 days at an alcohol treatment facility and complete 100 hours of community service.

He recently made several public appearances, including a spot on the Country Music Association Festival’s nightly concert lineup and a poignant performance at George Jones’ funeral.

Nancy Jones flew to Plano from Nashville to be with Travis and his fiancee, Mary Beougher, Webster said. She played a CD of some of Jones’ classic songs for Travis.

“Randy and George Jones were good friends,” Nancy Jones said in an email to The Associated Press.

“When I was dealing with George’s issues a few months ago, both Randy and Mary were right there for me. I had to get on a plane and come see him. I love him and I know that George is looking over him during this time.”

Webster said Travis is surrounded by family and friends, including his brother, Dennis Traywick, and his pastor, Jeff Perry.

Kenny Rogers, the Oak Ridge Boys, Chuck Norris, Lyle Lovett, Ray Price and several others have called to check in on Travis.

The North Carolina-born Travis is a traditional

Leah Remini breaks with Scientology

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES — Actress Leah Remini is expressing appreciation to fans and others following word of her decision to leave the Church of Scientology.

In a statement issued Thursday by her talent agency, the former King of Queens star said she was grateful to the media, her colleagues and fans around the world for their “overwhelmingly positive support.”

The statement made no mention of Scientology, and the APA talent and literary agency said Remini had no further comment.

But a person familiar with Remini’s decision said the statement referred to her break with the church and public reaction to it. The person, who wasn’t authorized to comment publicly, spoke on condition of anonymity.

A message seeking comment from the Church of Scientology International in Los Angeles was not immediately returned Thursday night.

Remini has been a longtime member of the church.

When she joined CBS’s daytime program The Talk in 2010 as an original co-host, she told a news conference that she didn’t intend to make her religion part of the show.

“I love to make people laugh, entertain them. That other thing is something that is not even part of my discussion,” said Remini, who was with The Talk for a season.

She co-starred in the freshman sitcom Family Tools, which ended a brief run this week, and in the 2007-08 comedy In the Motherhood, and starred opposite Kevin James in the long-running King of Queens that aired from 1998-2007.

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Randy Travis performs at the June 7 CMA Music Festival at LP Field in Nashville Tenn. Travis has been hospitalized in Texas with viral cardiomyopathy.

He subsequently suffered a stroke and now has undergone brain surgery. country purist known for hits Forever and Ever, Amen and I Told You So. His 1986 Warner Bros. debut album Storms of Life sold three million copies, and helped return country music to the sound of Hank Williams and George Jones.

“I always feel like he’s part of our family, he’s in our family,” Keith Urban said in an interview in Nashville.

“And I was one of those guys in Australia that bought Storms of Life and became a Randy fan very quickly in late ’80s, and I really feel for him right now.”

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TORONTO — After reaching international success with the Grammy-winning The Suburbs, Arcade Fire is blazing back with a new album scheduled for an Oct. 29 release.

The Montreal-based indie rockers announced the news on Twitter in response to a random fan, also tweeting a digitally edited image of the band.

Arcade Fire’s third album, The Suburbs, topped charts in the U.S., Canada and around the world en route to double-platinum sales here.

It also shocked many by winning the Grammy Award for album of the year in 2011, as well as a host of other recognitions including the Polaris Prize for best Canadian album of the year.

There has been little news about the hotly anticipated follow-up.

However, in an interview with Rolling Stone, former LCD Soundsystem frontman James Murphy says the group recorded with him at DFA Records’ studio in March.

“I think it’s going to be a really great record, actually,” said Murphy in the May interview.

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Legal Aid Alberta is a not-for-profit organization that provides quality, innovative, and cost effective legal services across Alberta. This year marks our 40th Anniversary in delivering a broad range of services to improve access to justice for Albertans in need.

The Red Deer Legal Services Centre is looking to fill a part-time permanent Administrative Support II position.

Job Duties: Reporting to the Regional Administrator, the Administrative Support II provides administrative support to the Legal Services Centre and Lawyers involved in the Criminal Resolution Unit in Red Deer. The Administrative Support II processes incoming and outgoing mail, maintains schedules, accepts payments and makes bank deposits, assists with meeting preparations, greets in person clients and uploads documents they provide for assessment, answers local phone line, purchases office supplies, and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: The successful candidate will possess a certificate or diploma in office administration. Preference will be given to those with experience in a legal and/or social work environment. Knowledge of criminal/civil law and the criminal justice system is a definite asset. Computer, typing skills and good telephone manner are necessary as well as the ability to work in a high volume, demanding environment with minimal supervision. A satisfactory criminal record check must be provided by the successful applicant.

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CHICAGO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Drew Miller clearly remembers the day his father was laid off.

Miller, now 25, was a freshman at an Ohio college, full of hope and ready to take on the world.

But here was this â&#x20AC;&#x153;red flag ... a big wake-up call,â&#x20AC;? he says.

The prosperous years of childhood were over, and his future was likely to be bumpier than heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d expected.

Across the country, others of Millerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s generation heard that same wake-up call as the Great Recession set in. But would it change them?

And would the impact last?

The full effect wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be known for a while, of course.

But a new analysis of a long-term survey of high school students provides an early glimpse at ways their attitudes shifted in the first years of this most recent economic downturn.

Among the findings: Young people showed signs of being more interested in conserving resources and a bit more concerned about their fellow human beings.

Compared with youths who were surveyed a few years before the recession hit, more of the Great Recession group also was less interested in big-ticket items such as vacation homes and new cars â&#x20AC;&#x201D; though they still placed more importance on them than young people who were surveyed in the latter half of the 1970s, an era with its own economic challenges.

Either way, it appears this latest recession â&#x20AC;&#x153;has caused a lot of young people to stop in their tracks and think about whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important in life,â&#x20AC;? says Jean Twenge, a psychology professor at San Diego State University who co-authored the study with researchers from UCLA. The analysis, released Thursday, is published in the online edition of the journal Social Psy-

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Analysis shows shift in youth attitudes during Great Recession chological and Personality Science.

Its data comes from â&#x20AC;&#x153;Monitoring the Future,â&#x20AC;? an annual survey of young people that began in the mid-1970s.

The authors of the study compared responses of high school seniors from three time periods â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 1976-1978 and 2004-2006, as well as 2008-2010, the first years of the Great Recession.

They found that at the beginning of this latest recession, more of the 12th-graders were willing to use a bicycle or mass transit instead of driving â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 36 per cent in 2008-2010, compared with 28 per cent in the mid-2000s.

However, that was still markedly lower than the 49 per cent of respondents in the 1970s group who said the same.

There were similar patterns for other responses, such as those who said they: â&#x2014;? Make an effort to turn heat down to save energy: 78 per cent (19761978); 55 per cent (20042006); and 63 per cent (2008-2010). â&#x2014;? Want a job directly helpful to others: 50 per cent (1976-1978); 44 per cent (2004-2006); and 47 per cent (2008-2010). â&#x2014;? Would eat differently to help the starving: 70 per cent (19761978); 58 per cent (20042006); and 61 per cent (2008-2010).

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world permission to not know me. I let people misunderstand me. I trusted the ones worth knowing would get to know me over time.

I put myself in situations where I could get to know people and they could get to know me. It worked. Try it. We are all misunderstood. Once we understand it, the world becomes a much more forgiving place.

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Question: Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been spending time with a girl and it feels completely comfortable. I feel that she is meant for me and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m meant for her.

The problem is that she is pregnant, but not with my child. Right now we are friends, but I want to be more. She isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t with the babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s father anymore. What can or should I do?

Answer: My wife just had a baby. She was pregnant for 10 months (41 weeks).

This is our third kid. I can tell you from experience â&#x20AC;&#x201D;pregnant women get tired, emotional, uncomfortable, miserable and vulnerable.

I wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to date a pregnant woman â&#x20AC;&#x201D; especially one carrying another manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s baby.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be friends with her, be there for her, get to know her over time, understand her relationship with her babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s father, and see if I still want to date her once she has the HARLAN baby.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just me. But you COHEN might like instability and uncertainty. If you are meant to be together, there is nothing wrong with being there for her as a friend and dating her in the future.

While her babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s father isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t in the picture today, he might pop in later. And even if it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t change, she might change.

Becoming intertwined in her life at this moment is a lot for any man to handle. My suggestion is to be a close friend and see where she is once the baby is born.

If you do date her, make sure you anticipate that life is about to be turned upside down. Once the baby is born, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll become No. 3. She needs to be a mom first and a girlfriend second â&#x20AC;&#x201D; thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot for any man to handle.

Question: Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m extremely shy and in my early 20s.

Once I get to know someone, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have any problems. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a great friend. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the time before where I have problems.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m told Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m attractive and that can be intimidating. Because Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m quiet, people (especially men) think Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m snobby. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m tired of it.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m neither of these things. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m just quiet. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know exactly what advice you can offer, but I needed to vent. Just because a woman is quiet doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean that she is snobby.

Answer: I used to have the opposite problem. I talked too much. Shy women would find me annoying. But Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not annoying, right? When Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d get nervous, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d talk a lot and make jokes. I thought it was charming.

I think it just scared shy girls. So, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to tell all the shy women who found me annoying â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m really a good guy who was totally misunderstood. And that leads me to my advice. We are all misunderstood.

We all make assumptions based on our own insecurities. You assume everyone thinks youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a snob; I assumed all pretty shy girls thought I was annoying.

The truth lies somewhere in between.

Life changed for me when I learned to give the

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Saturday, July 13, 2013 ognized for your mastery skills. You move progressively with the hope that others will notice you as well.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You Saturday, July 13 CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS exude both enthusiasm and restlessDATE: Harrison Ford, 71; Patrick ness and you certainly want to get out of your comfort zone. Being darStewart, 73; Ashley Scott, 36 THOUGHT OF THE DAY: The ing allows you to surpass your own ruler of the solar system, the Sun expectations and test your potentials. and the ruler of our emotions, the Invest your energies into some higher Moon meet each other amicably to- studies or a trip overseas.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. day. There is a balance between our needs and our personal objectives. 21): You are highly stimulated and This beautiful synchronicity between you won’t hide your desires. You long our mind, body and spirit gives us to connect with a mate on anything a soothing appeal to our conscious but superficial levels. You honour intimacy and you strive to mind. get to the bottom of any Almighty Mars issue. You are not afraid moves into caring Canof profound experiences. cer today. We tend to CAPRICORN (Dec. fight endlessly for what 22-Jan. 19): Your relationwe are emotionally conships are starting to benected to. come vivacious. Don’t let HAPPY BIRTHego conflicts push away DAY: If today is your those that you respect the birthday, this year your most. Your buoyant attiwants and needs will be tude may be interpreted in sync with each other. by others as a personal You have a great sense challenge against the rest. of where you would like ASTRO Don’t be afraid to seek to go in life. help if need be.

DOYNA You manifest great AQUARIUS (Jan. 20enthusiasm and vitalFeb. 18): Get back on ity throughout the entire track and take charge of year. You are decisive your wellbeing. Take adand you know how to be initiative.

Your confidence is well recognized vantage of the prosperous energies that allow you to pick yourself up and by others.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You follow through a fitness routine. You are gradually shifting your energies have so much support at your disinto more introspective projects. Your posal. Use it wisely.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): family has been on your mind and you will exert sufficient effort to maintain it. You are on fire! You don’t want to be Your defensive nature kicks in when it reminded about self-discipline now when you are completely inclined tocomes to protecting your loved ones.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your wards being entirely yourself. Passocial life picks up quite fast. You are sionate times will bring you some beginning to be on a rollercoaster of guaranteed sizzling moments. Light vast interactions as you become more up some candles. articulate and more concise. Allow Sunday, July 14 yourself to be extra patient and ignore CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS any possible verbal confrontations.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You DATE: Matthew Fox, 47; Jane Lynch, are highly motivated to make extra 53; Vladimir Kulich, 57 THOUGHT OF THE DAY: Take cash and you’ve got the energy to do a deep breath and make the most to so. Take advantage of your wealthy approach to increase your cash flow go through today’s planetary game. and let it prosper into something re- Maintaining peace and harmony is sourceful. Issues of ownerships may today’s motto.

A somewhat nerve-racking vibe become a problem. comes from a tense aspect to both CANCER (June 21-July 22): You dispose a great amount of stamina Mars and Jupiter today. Debates and nothing seems to get in your way. and negotiations could go in circles You are ready to stand your ground and our affinity for one another may and assert yourself in a protective decrease as a consequence of this manner. Let your enterprising spirit stressful position. We will require more tact and relationship will need prove others of your assertiveness.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Take a extra support if we are willing to make good look at your life goals. See if them work.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: If today is there is anything that needs to be alyour birthday, your patience will be tered from your plans. Take it easy today and let everything happen on its tested by the ongoing circumstances. own. Don’t be surprised if past actions You may require taking fast decisions within a short span of time. might reappear into your present.

A change or relocation may be in VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Use store for you this year. If you know your cooperative efforts into increasing your revenues. You know you are how to remain flexible and openskilled at what you do, so don’t let minded to the upcoming changes, your ego intimidate others in your field you will succeed in carrying them out of expertise. Be the leader of your without too much fuss.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): A group without imposing your own inlittle patience never hurt anyone. This terests and ideas on them.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You applies especially to you today, dear have no time to waste but use it to the Aries.

You may feel that everyone’s your maximum capacity. You are highly worst enemy today, but that is not the ambitious and you want to be rec-

case. It’s one of those days where most of the problems arrive at the same time. Stay put.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Watch out not to engage into an unintentional fight with your loved ones.

Don’t let gossip or false rumours get in between you two. You will derive the maximum pleasure out of this relationship if it’s kept under tight wraps.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your desire to live your life without taking control of your life may cost you a bit more than you have planned for.

Watch out for unforeseen expenses.

Do not act out of desperation or simply to please everyone around you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your heart is where your home is. When it comes to your emotional security, you will defend the ones you respect and cherish just like a loving mother protects its children. Employ equality and justice into our domestic dealings.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You need to speak your mind today, however, pay special attention to what you are sharing. You might unintentionally slip something personal or revealing that could backfire your credibility. Keep your privacy intact.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Expenses run though your fingers like water. You sense some opposing views when it comes to your usual supporters and fans. Don’t take anything to heart as your humble nature might easily get irritated.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): If you allow yourself to stay in control of your emotions today, you will allow yourself to cultivate the most positive energy you can get. Your appreciation for other’s point of view will make you today’s frontrunner.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Words can heal and they can definitely sting. Whoever is playing this tricky game, you would do better by agreeing to disagree and step out of this foreign territory. Try not to become the victim of your own beliefs.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may stumble upon issues of give and take that will not be to your liking.

Codependency within your partnership may play as a risk factor. Be careful as to not go over the extremes today where your relationships reside.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may want to prove yourself right, but then you will realize that you both are not going anywhere. The solution seems harder to come by. Allow to give yourself and the other person more freedom.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Any overindulge that you get into today may have adverse effects on you.

Your system is weaker than usually and it won’t be able to sustain an excess of sugar or rich foods and substances. Spend that driving energy into an outdoor adventure.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your personal lava life may need a fire extinguisher to stop any issues you might be enduring at this point. If anything seemed too good to be true, chances are that that was your case.

Give yourselves more space for the time being.

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Lady looking for gentleman who stole her heart Dear Annie: I’m a senior citizen. My companion of 16 years passed away a few years ago. I’ve had a few dating lunches since then, but nothing serious.

Several weeks ago, while looking over the hot dishes at a local health store, I heard a voice behind me saying, “I can’t eat some of the choices because they are a little too spicy.” I turned around and said, “I didn’t know there were other people with those issues.”

He grasped my hand, shook it and we chatted a bit.

When I saw him again at the cash register, he said, “Maybe we’ll see each other at lunch sometime.” I said, “I hope so.

It’s been a pleasure.”

I wish I had taken more notice of his features. Thereafter, I looked for him at the store, but then my sister was hospitalized, and I was always running around, too busy to spend too much time

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there.

I’m fairly certain he tried to get my attention a couple of times — at least I think it was the same man — but I was too flustered and preoccupied to pay attention.

I am so sad now, because his handshake was that of a gentleman, and it stole my heart.

I hope he reads your column and tries again. — Annie Fan in Vermont Dear Vermont: While we are not running a matchmaking service, we can see that you are distraught at having missed an opportunity. But also, if you weren’t interested enough to pay more attention to this gentleman the first time, it is possible that you are over-romanticizing the encounter in hindsight.

So, recognizing that you may be disappointed, we recommend you spend a little more time at the health store, since you know he frequents the place.

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We hope your buffet has visible signs posted telling people to use the tongs.

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‘Upcycling’ the new recycling NEW WAY TO LOOK AT HOME DECOR If swapping with your neighbors makes you think of kinky 1970’s parties, then think again.

Witness Colin and Justin’s Street Swap, an alternative source of decor and design shopping that’s literally on your doorstep.

When it comes to environmental safe-guarding, we endeavour to care for our fragile world in whichever way we can.

We’re not saints, of course, but our growing conCOLIN & science makes JUSTIN us “think forward” as we set foot upon our daily path.

It’s fair to say we do our best by buying green, blue-bagging salvageable waste and researching “geographical derivation” — and ingredient listing — to favor made-in-Canada products that might just reduce our carbon footprint.

It’s a modest start, but if everyone followed suit, we’d quickly and positively impact our collective future.

Every little bit helps, right? Does it sound like we’re jumping on David Suzuki’s bandwagon?

As one of Canada’s pre-eminent leaders in sustainability, Suzuki certainly appears to make a lot of sense.

We’ve enjoyed the passionate outpourings of Canada’s pre-eminent leader in sustainability since landing on North American shores.

And we follow his lead, where possible, as far as recycling, reusing and repurposing are concerned.

Which brings us neatly to Colin and Justin’s Street Swap, an exciting HGTV Canada project which sets about unveiling the mysteries of ‘upcycling’ while demonstrating that second-hand shouldn’t mean second-best.

Our TV experiment clearly underlines the fact you can have a seriously stylish home on a strict, nay, strangulated budget.

It’s just a matter of knowing where to start and setting your priorities, accordingly.

So what’s the gist of our special?

In a word: Fun. By the summertime bucket load. A show so full of affordable projects (and easy decorative counsel) that your design gene will feel immediately liberated.

It’s not rocket science but rather a welcome return to good old-fashioned DIY values and unbridled creativity.

At the start of the show we spout our Triple T maxim — Trash! Treasure!

Trade! — to encourage Bonnie and Ritchie, our adorable home owners, to build three separate piles: One for dumpable items, one for kit they’d like to keep and the last for pieces which could be swapped with neighbours.

Simple, thus far?

Not so.

Let’s just say some of the items our erstwhile pair wanted to trash were things we thought made better trades or treasures.

As our wee Scottish grannies would say, “Waste not, want not.”

Finally concurring what should go where (cue laughter, tears and a sprinkling of drama) we moved to the next stage of our master plan: that being the exchange element of Colin and Justin’s Street Swap.

Yup, with a respectful nod to the economy and a lavish bow to the environment, we knocked on doors, bartered items for trade then exchanged our way to a brighter future for Bonnie and Ritchie.

And yes, that literally meant giving to, and taking from, nearby homes.

First to get the C&J treatment was an ugly black cord sofa, lovingly revived with a Gustavian paint job and dreamy linen upholstery.

Next, we updated a mid-century credenza, donated by Barbara, a kindly neighbour who seemed thrilled her diamond in the rough was going to a new, deserving home and similarly thrilled with the Vegas-themed drinks cabinet we gave in return.

If you can’t wait till tomorrow evening’s broadcast to savour the action, here’s a sneak peak to keep you going.

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Choose wisely When buying second-hand or using family discard, think about where the item might work best and properly analyze to which particular style your subject piece might lend itself.

Bear in mind, too, that every piece saved is one less mouthful for your greedy local landfill site.

One of our favourite Toronto stores is Frontier Sales (http://www.frontiersales.ca/frontiersales.ca) and in the bulging mecca you’ll find jaw-droppingly good second-hand pieces, many of which are ripe for reversion — just like today’s project.

Above: To make this sideboard truly unique, Colin and Justin unscrewed the original legs and replaced them with custom Lucite panels, positioned at either side to create an almost invisible, floating effect. Below, a subtle grey finish and new hardware updates this credenza.

Preparation is key First things first. We repaired a couple of deep gouges using wood filler, then sanded the entire unit for paint.

The smoother everything feels, the smoother and more professional your efforts will seem.

We used a Milwaukee hand sander for this job — these guys have a super range that is well designed and sensibly priced.

Visit http://www.milwaukeetool.com/ milwaukeetool.com for more info.

Colour changes everything There’s no simpler way to transform than with a lick of paint.

Satin finish is ideal for application upon wood and its low-sheen finish is attractive and durable.

Simply pour paint into a small tray and use a foam gloss roller to build up a slick finish.

But remember the classic C&J rule: Several light coats are always better than one gloopy application.

Benjamin Moore’s low odour Advance paint is perfect for a job such as this — http://www.benjaminmoore.com.

Add special touches To make our sideboard truly unique, we unscrewed the original legs and replaced them with custom Lucite panels, positioned at either side to create an almost invisible, floating effect.

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IDEAS: One piece, several looks Alternative ideas could include wheeled castors, chrome peg legs from Ikea or, if feeling particularly adventurous, wall mounting.

One simple piece, several potentially different looks.

Mix the rough with the smooth Mixing textures is a great tactic when it comes to transformative spells.

This in mind, and to provide visual, touchy feely depth, we carefully measured the doors and affixed grass-cloth wallpaper sections using spray adhesive.

Carefully sealed in position, they play in perfect contrast to the silky paint finish and the Lucite side panels.

Find grass-cloth wallpaper in a huge range of genus at Thibaut — http://thibautdesign.com

Dress to impress We’re all about the big finish.

Positioned centrestage and embellished with a cluster of frames and artwork, Barbara’s once plain-Jane credenza is reborn as Bonnie and Richie’s dazzling — yet understated — prom

cian and sawing it in half to create two dog-legged consoles was a major success, as was a rickety coffee table we transformed into a padded ottoman.

And the baby change table which became a cocktail cabinet.

Oh, and the carpet scraps we used to create a banded floor rug.

Blimey, we could go on!

We guess, in summation, it’s fair to suggest you don’t have to overspend to achieve dropdead gorgeous designer aesthetics.

All you have to do is sweet talk your neigh-

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Both items had a dated, cluttered appearance before being ‘upcycled.’ queen.

When adding decorative ‘jewelry’, play around with different configurations before settling on a contextual look that’s perfect.

Check out your local branch of HomeSense for accessories with a difference — http://homesense.ca./ en/index.asphomesense.ca.

Also brought to life during our HGTV special show was a dining table that was hauled from a garage in pieces.

Making like a magi-

bours, and then swap your way to a supremely stylish home.

One person’s trash, after all, is another person’s treasure.

Colin McAllister and Justin Ryan are the hosts of HGTV’s Colin & Justin’s Home Heist and the authors of Colin & Justin’s Home Heist Style Guide, published by Penguin Group (Canada). Catch them every Monday on Cityline (9 a.m. on City).

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ANDERSON Barry Edward Mar. 3, 1936 - July 11, 2013 Barry Anderson of Bentley, AB passed away peacefully at the Red Deer Regional Hospital on July 11, 2013 at the age of 77 years old, with his wife lovingly at his side.

Barry will be dearly missed by his wife of 53 years, Ruth, their son Martin (Verda), daughter Kerrine Azougarh (Hassan), and grandsons Jared and Jeremie. Barry is also survived by his siblings Ritchie (Ruth) of Calgary, Carole Enns (Karl) of Edmonton, Vern, and David (Martha) of Mexico and beloved cousin Ron (Charlotte) Tonks of Nashville. Barry was predeceased by his mother Dorothy (Kion) Anderson in 1993. Barry will be remembered for his “punny” sense of humour, his quiet, easy going, calm and compassionate demeanour, and his unceasing faith in the Lord. Barry was born in Vancouver, went to bible school at Canadian Bible College (CBC) in Regina where he met the love of his life, Ruth, and completed a degree in theology. He then completed an Education degree from University of British Columbia before they wed in 1960. Barry started his first career as a school teacher in Montreal, then Canmore, Calgary and finally Red Deer (Mountview Elementary School). His second career was as a realtor in Red Deer and then farm realtor in the Bentley area. Their final career together was running a bed & breakfast in their home before finally retiring in their 70s. Barry and Ruth enjoyed their retirement years together in their countryside home outside Bentley. Although Barry’s pancreatic cancer and kidney failure was sudden, a shock to him and the family, his suffering was very brief. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, July 16th, 2013 at the Alliance Community Church Sylvan Lake, AB 4404 47 Ave. Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1P1.

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CAMERON Ronald Glen Jan. 11, 1926 - July 3, 2013 Ron passed away hours after a massive stroke. Ron was born in Delburne, Alberta to Lillian Carter and George Cameron. He joined the military at seventeen and was shipped out to Ontario for training. He never saw action in World War II but made a lifelong friend in a fellow Albertan, John Vlchek. In 1944, he married Alice Grace Blades and they traveled with Gulf Oil completing geological maps of Alberta and their first child, Douglas was born in Pincher Creek. In 1958, Ron and Grace settled down to farm in the Delburne area and had two more children, Diane and Robin. Ron moved with his family from Delburne to Red Deer in 1973 and worked at the Alpha Dairy plant until he retired. He was an avid hunter and displayed his trophies in the front porch of his Ross Street home. He was a member of the Trochu Rifle and Pistol Club and the Red Deer Rock and Gem Club.

Ron participated annually in the Alberta Black Powder Cannon Shoot. In later life his interest in Western Canadian history led him to participate in historical re-enactments of the Riel Rebellion at Fort Normandeau and in other locations in Western Canada. Throughout his life, Ron enjoyed working in his shop where he made knives and was an amateur gunsmith. He embraced his Scottish heritage and hosted many a Robbie Burns party at his home. Through these activities he made many friends and acquaintances who supported him into his senior years. Ron is survived by his son; Douglas of Red Deer; his daughter Diane, h e r h u s b a n d D r. P e t e r Fawcett and his grandsons John and William of Albuquerque, New Mexico; his sisters Mary Pengelly of Delburne and Audrey and her husband Harvey Shaw of Calgary. He was predeceased by his son Robin in 1986 and his beloved wife Grace in 1990. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am on Sunday, July 28, at t h e D e l b u r n e C e m e t e r y, followed by a Memorial at the Balmoral Hall, East of Red Deer, at 2:00 pm with Open House until 7:00 pm. Your condolences can be shared at that time, or via email at dianecam98@gmail.com

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ROBINSON (nee Eden) Joyce June 21, 1930 - July 8, 2013 Joyce passed away peacefully in her sleep, at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre after a brief battle with cancer. She was born in Haydock, Lancashire, England to Harry Eden and wife Esther (Stockley). She is survived by her son Paul, granddaughter Shannon, extended granddaughters Megan (Jeremy), Lindsey and their mom Lee; sisters Dorothy (Eric), Audrey (Stan) and her brother Derek (Eileen). She is also survived by numerous nephews, nieces and cousins from a large family in England.

Joyce was predeceased by her husband Joe, and was never quite the same after his passing. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother and will be sorely missed. Joyce had a difficult childhood as a curved spine required for her to have 3 vertebrae fused and to be kept in body casts in a sanitarium for 5 years of her life beginning at age 3.

She did heal well and was released from the hospital at age 8 just as WWII began in Europe. At age 14 she began working in a textile mill, weaving material for parachutes and barrage balloons during WWII. After t h e w a r, a y o u n g s a i l o r named Joe Robinson was de-mobbed and started also started work in the mill. The two fell in love and were married in 1950. In 1954 they immigrated to Canada with their then 3-year-old son Paul Robinson and settled in Stettler, AB. Joyce loved Stettler and made many lifelong friends. In 1965 they moved to Red Deer where Joyce managed the “Betty Shop” women’s clothing store, once again making many friends along the way.

Many thanks to the E.M.T.’s and the staff at Ward 32 for all their care and help. R.I.P. Nana. In honor of Joyce’s life, a funeral service will be held at Parkland Funeral Home, 6287- 67A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer on Tuesday, July 16, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of fowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 200, 325 Manning Road N.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2E 9Z9. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com Funeral arrangements in care of Maryann Hansen, Funeral Director at PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer.

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ZINKEN WILCOCK, Christopher A. Marion Kathleen Feb. 3, 1969 - July 14, 2003 1923 - 2013 Always loved, never forgotten.

Marion Kathleen Zinken Ma, Dad, Kathy, Robin, passed away peacefully at & families the Southwood Hospice in Calgary on Friday, July 5th, 2013, three days after her ninetieth birthday. Marion was born in Galt, Ontario on Births July 2, 1923. At the age of seven, she moved with her family to Kitchener, Ontario.

Upon completing high school, she began a career as a photographer’s assistant with Charles Belair Studios.

Marion married Kenneth Zinken in February of 1946.

After the birth of four children, she moved with Ken and her family to Regina in 1956. A fifth child, Thomas was born in 1960. In 1961, her family moved to Saskatoon and ANDERSON then settled in Red Deer in Proud parents Darren and 1964. She remained in Red Megan Anderson along with Deer until 2003, when she big sister Mirrica are pleased moved to Calgary. Marion to announce the birth of our was an active member of the little miracles Annica and I.O.D.E., Kiwanians and the Amaira Anderson on April 30.

Legion. She was also an A special thanks to doctors active member of the Gaetz Wiebe, Du plooy and Thompson.

U n i t e d C h u r c h a n d t h e Along with all staff at the Red Sunnybrook United Church. Deer NICU. She worked for a brief time at Yvonne’s Fashions when her WAPPLE - MALCHOW children were grown. She Proud parents, was known for her kindness Nicole Wapple and and compassion with everyJeff Malchow and siblings one she met. She loved Peyton and Greyson, are playing bridge, gardening, happy to welcome baby boy golfing, sewing, baking and Paxton Jeffrey, traveling. She leaves to born Tuesday, June 25, mourn two daughters; Susan 2013 weighing 7 lbs., 4 oz.

Hunter of Delta, B.C. and PaProud grandparents are tricia Spruyt (Bob) of Rocky Dean and Kim Wapple of Mountain House, AB, one Blackfalds and Scott and son, Bob Zinken (Linda) of LeAnne Malchow Innisfail, a daughter-in-law, of Lethbridge.

Bonnie (Don) Zinken of Calgary, six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, whom she loved dearly and who brought a sparkle to her Card Of Thanks eyes whenever they visited.

She also leaves to mourn KENZLE f i v e n e p h e w s a n d t h e i r I would like to thank everyfamilies. She was prede- one who came to my birthday ceased by her son, Thomas party and for all the cards in 1968, her husband, Ken in and gifts. It made my 100 th 1991, and her son, William in Birthday a very special day!

2007. She was also prede~Wilfred ceased by her parents and two sisters. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandThe family of the late mother, great-grandmother, HERBERT FIELDING Q.C. aunt and a wonderful friend.

Would like to sincerely thank She will be sadly missed by all of those great folks for all who knew her. Thank you your acts of generosity, to the staff in Calgary at both kindness, visits, prayers, the Chinook Care Center and Southwood Hospice for the flowers, cards, and donations following the unexpected wonderful care and support passing of our beloved given to Marion and her Herbert. We thank you for family. A Memorial Service your attendance at Herbert’s will be held at the SunnyCelebration of Life Service brook United Church, 12 and the Wake. Our family’s Stanton Street, Red Deer, grief and the magnitude of on Wednesday, July 17th, our loss has been lessened 2013 at 2:00 p.m. If friends by the public outpouring of desire, memorial tributes may be made to the South- love, prayers and well wishes from our friends and wood Hospice, 211 Heritage business associates.

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BROCHU Rodney Feb 8, 1957- July 6, 2013 Rodney with his wife by his side passed away after a long struggle with mesothelioma at the Red Deer Hospice on Saturday July 6th 2013 at the age of 56 years. He will be remembered and forever loved by his wife Marie Brochu and children Carlis (Cobralin) Brochu, Oran (Laura) Brochu and Lacey (Bradley) Brochu. Rodney will also be sadly missed by his siblings Dwight (Nancy) Brochu, Garry (Trudy) Brochu, Russ (Michelle) Brochu, Shirley (Mike) Stapleton and Jennifer Brochu. Also Four precious grandchildren Tenzen, R o r i , R y l e e a n d Ta l o n .

Rodney was predeceased by his parents Norman and Muriel Brochu. Rodney enjoyed life to the fullest. He loved hunting, fishing, boating, quading and huge bonfires with family and friends. He was very proud of his children and grandchildren and enjoyed every moment he could with them. The family wishes to express their appreciation for the loving care Rodney received on Unit 32 Palliative Care at the Red Deer Regional Hospital and the Red Deer Hospice. A `Celebration of life’ will be held at Burbank Campground July 14th 2013 at 3:00pm for anyone wishing to attend.

Memorial Donations may be made to The Red Deer Hospice society at 99 Arnot Ave, Red Deer, AB T4R 3S6

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PITCHERS WANTED RD men’s hardball league Age. 30+ 403-302-7778

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PureChem Services Red Deer is seeking a detailoriented, high energy, enthusiastic individual for full time Admin/AP/ Inventory Clerk position.

Qualifications: 2 yrs related experience, computer skills, adaptable, able to work on own without direct supervision. We offer competitive salary & benefits package commensurate with experience. Please send your resume & cover letter to hr@ceslp.ca or drop off in person at 13B, 7459 Edgar Industrial Bend Red Deer AB.

invites applications for a full time

Payroll Specialist

working at Division Office in Rocky Mountain House.

The successful candidate will be responsible for payroll and benefit functions for all employee groups in the Division.

Please refer to the Classification Manual on the Employment Opportunities page of www.wrsd.ca for details and requirements.

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ARAMARK at (Dow Prentiss Plant) about 20-25 minutes out of Red Deer needs hardworking, reliable, honest person w/drivers license, to work 40/hrs. per week w/some weekends, daytime hrs.

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We are currently seeking motivated hardworking personnel to join our busy oilfield trucking division.

Top wages. Email or fax resumes to 403-782-0913 kelly@downtons.com JAGARE ENERGY PRODUCTION TESTING now hiring Day Supervisors, Night Operators, and Helpers. Must have valid Class 5 drivers license.

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Core Laboratories Canada Ltd. Field Technician Trainee Core Laboratories Petroleum Services Division is the world’s most recognized and highly respected rock and fluid analysis laboratory serving the oil and gas industry. We require an individual for a field technician trainee in the Red Deer area. The successful candidate will be responsible for sampling gas/oil wells and gas plants and be part of a team responsible for developing and maintaining markets in the Reservoir Fluids Division.

The individual will possess excellent interpersonal skills, be self starter and team player and have strong mechanical and problem solving skills. A BSc/College graduate or related industry experience and valid driver’s license is required.

Interested applicants should forward their resumes to: Core Laboratories Canada Ltd. 2810 12th Street N.E. Calgary, Alberta T2E 7P7 Fax: 403-250-5120 Email: ps.calgary. recruiting@corelab.com

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Stonewall Energy Corp., is a fast-paced growing oilfield rental company in Red Deer. Currently Stonewall supplies fracheads to Central Alberta and will be expanding its product line in the fall.

Responsibilities include directing all rental activities including: * Review customer orders to identify and plan customer rental requirements * Completion of all customer field tickets / billing * Equipment inventory control * Providing leadership and scheduling to the field technicians * Ensure health and safety regulations and requirements are met Qualifications * 5 years progressive experience in an oilfield rental environment * Knowledge of frachead configuration and valves Stonewall offers a competitive salary, rewards, and an opportunity to utilize your skills in a challenging and rewarding environment. Please forward your resume to resumes@ stonewallenergy.ca CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS

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JOB FAIR – CALFRAC WELL SERVICES Join our Calfrac Team If you’re like most people you want to be part of a winning team.

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Operators, Fracturing and Coiled Tubing (Class 1 required) Transport Operators (Class 1 required) Supervisor, Fracturing and Coiled Tubing Heavy Duty Mechanics Electronics Technicians All interested applicants are encouraged to attend our upcoming job fair. Don’t forget your resume, Class 1 drivers license and 5-year drivers abstract; you will be interviewed on the spot!

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Strong interpersonal and Please submit resumes: leadership skills Attn: Human Resources Strong organizational and Email: computer skills hr@bearspawpet.com A desire to work within a Fax: (403) 258-3197 or sales environment and be Mail to: Suite 5309, on-call 333-96 Ave. NE To apply: e-mail resume to Calgary, AB T3K 0S3 hr@apexoil.ca by July 16, Start your career!

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A position for an RN, LPN or RDA is avail. for one day a week ( Wed.). We offer a friendly working environment and staff.

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RAELEEN NOVAK Graduated with Distinction, achieving her Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree from BCIT. She was also presented with the Margaret Neylan Memorial Achievment Award. Love, Nanna, Mom, JIm, Erin & Bryan

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PC skills and a degree/diploma in agriculture will be considered a definite asset. This position could require the occasional heavy lifting of up to 65 lbs. If you possess the right qualification for this position, please fax or email your resume by August 2, 2013 to Larry Ouimet, Head of Human Resources at:

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31 ANQUETEL ST July 11 & 12, 4-8, July 13, 11-6. Girsl items, toys, decor, household, lots of misc. items.

Bower FRI. July 12, 5 pm. - 8 pm, Sat. July 13, 9-3. 20 Bunn Cres. Housewares perfect for students going back to school

KITCHEN HELPERS For (Thai Cuisine) wage $12 hr. Please apply in person w/resume to: BLACKJACK LOUNGE #1, 6350 - 67 St. Phone/Fax: 403-347-2118

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Alberta LTD 1693338 Extreme Energy o/a Hiring Sales Supervisor -retail at Parkland Mall, Red Deer, AB. Exp. min. 2 yrs. Good English. Supervise and co-ordinate sales staff. F/time, perm, shifts, weekends. Salary - $19./hr Reachiesales@gmail.com CARPET SUPERSTORE Gasoline Alley is looking for highly motivated commission based sales person. Must be personable and good team player. Start beginning of Aug. Send resume to carpetsuperstoresreddeer @hotmail.com

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1/2 MI. WEST of UFA Burnt Lake July 12, 13 & 14 Fri. 5-9, Sat. & Sun. 9-4 Camping supplies, garden ornaments, misc. tools, clothes, trailer, vehicles

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Morrisroe 28 MARION CRES. HUGE MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE JULY 11, 12 & 13 Thurs. 1-9, Fri. 1-9, Sat. 9-5 Furniture, kitchen, household, books, vinyls, x-mas, office, clothing, (baby, toddler, kids, adult & western) toys, tools, and much more.

Timberland SAT July 13, 9-4 9 Thomas Place Everything from small toys to furniture.

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CUSTOM Energized Air is a leader in compressed air technology and requires an

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for our solutions driven sales team. Experience in air compressors and pneumatics a definite asset. Base + commission + mileage + benefits. For Red Deer & area. Apply: del.trynchuk@cea-air.com RED Deer based Acid hauling company looking for a Salesperson. Fax resume to 403-346-3766

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WESTERN CANADA FLEET MANAGER Reporting to the Vice President of Operations Responsible for maintaining fleet, fleet inspections and troubleshooting problems with operators/Managers.

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CTS TEACHER Chinookâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Edge School Division No. 73 invites applications for a full-time CTS - Shop Teacher at Didsbury High School (Grades 9-12) effective the 2013-2014 school year.

The successful candidate will teach 0.6 FTE Shop as well as 0.4 FTE (CALM and Math 10-3).

The shop is a multidisciplinary shop including wood work, metal fabrication and a possibility for small motors.

Preference will be given to individuals who possess strong construction /fabrication and set design skills, instructional capabilities, and the ability to work in a collaborative environment with related experience. Journeyman certification and/or experience would be an asset.

Cover letter and resume, complete with the names and telephone numbers of three current work related references, are accepted by email only and should be forwarded to: Shawn Russell, Associate Superintendent People Services Chinookâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Edge School\ Division No. 73 Email: careers@ chinooksedge.ab.ca For information on Chinookâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Edge School Division No. 73, please check our website (www.chinooksedge.ab.ca) Applications will be accepted until 12:00 noon, Wednesday, July 17, 2012 or until a suitable candidate is found. The successful applicant will possess a valid Alberta Teacher Certificate and be required to provide a criminal record check.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

Resumes of individuals not granted an interview will not be kept on file.

Major Duties include: - Further develop the Fleet Management system.- Train others plus provide troubleshooting including 24 hour on call service in assisting operators and Managers in repairs of down units.

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Looking for a Journeyman Welder with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bâ&#x20AC;? Pressure certification or Journeyman Welder interested in pursuing â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bâ&#x20AC;? Pressure Certification to become a part of our Stainless Steel Hose Production line.

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403-347-0009 Please submit resumes to: * Basic mechanical knowledge of Hydraulic and Electrical Systems . * Experience using hand No phone calls please. and power tools in all Professionals phases of repair work. * Exceptional interpersonal, communication and organizational skills * Able to work effectively under pressure, unsupervised and meet deadlines * Some field work and on call required * Must have own set of basic mechanics tools * Valid Class 5 Drivers license Stinger Wellhead (Red Deer location) is accepting applications for a: We offer competitive pay, benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Email: careers@ The position will support three districts Red Deer, Medicine Hat, Grand iroccorp.com Mail:AERO RentalServices Prairie and international operations. The Sr. HR Advisor will perform 6525-67th Street as a strategic business partner to management and serves as an Red Deer, Alberta T4P 1A3 employee advocate when necessary.

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Baker Hughes is an equal opportunities employer

WWW BAKERHUGHES COM CAREERS

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SLOPED ROOFERS LABOURERS & FLAT ROOFERS

4301 Will Rogers Parkway, Ste. 600, Oklahoma City, OK 73108 (Attention Gwen Yates) OSES Offers a Competitive Salary & Bonus Structure Along With a Comprehensive Benefit Package We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

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is accepting applications for the following positions:

DO YOU WANT YOUR AD TO BE READ BY

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Valid Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Licence preferred. Fax or email info@goodmenroofing.ca or (403)341-6722 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!

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Industrial Sewing Personnel

850

STAIR MANUFACTURER Req’s F/T workers to build stairs in Red Deer shop.

MUST HAVE basic carpentry skills. Salary based on skill level. Benefits avail. Apply in person at 100, 7491 Edgar Industrial Bend. email: earl707@telus.net. and/or fax 403-347-7913

Previous retail management experience, Full Time & Part Time preferably in a Bakery Responsibilities include: Department 1) Interact with clients to Certified journeyman baker understand their needs an asset. Also needed: for custom products made P/T Bakery, from industrial fabrics.

2) Operate industrial sewing grocery, machines to manufacture produce, custom products for clients and deli ala cart in negotiated timelines. staff 3) Provide support to the TRUE POWER ELECTRIC Forward resumes to diversified business Requires operation. sby1147villagemall@ 4) Positive working sobeys.com or fax: QUALIFIED (403) 347-4588 relationship with minimum supervision.

JOURNEYMAN 5) Other duties may be 4rd and 3th yr. assigned as required to ELECTRICIANS operate the business.

CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS

Qualifications include: 1) Experience (an asset) in sewing products made from patterns & designs.

2) Portray a positive, honest, JEETS PLUMBING & & open communication style.

HEATING Wages based on work EXP’D FRAMERS/ Service Plumbers. experience & qualifications.

CARPENTERS WANTED. Journeyman, w/service Excellent working Must have own transp. & exp. Competitive wages. conditions & business proper safety apparel. We Fax resume: 403-356-0244 environment. pay weekly. Competitived Submit resume to: wages. Multiple teams for Kovac’s Manufacturing & placement. Call John Repairs 403-597-7004 or email to JOB HUNTING? Read the 100-5009-49 Street jon@canuckframing.com Classifieds. 309-3300.

Red Deer, AB T4N 1V4 Phone: 403-346-2150 Fax: 403-346-2115

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OUTSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE We are seeking an outside sales representative who is self motivated with strong interpersonal skills to join our team.

Duties & Responsibilities: • Account development and management • Provide customer service from the beginning of a quote through to the delivery of product.

Qualifications: • Possessing superior customer service, the ideal candidate will have 2 years sales experience.

• Excellent English oral/written communication skills • Proficient computer skills • Knowledge of construction and related equipment is a must.

Please submit resumes by fax to 403-347-9615 only. No phone calls please. Attn: Mike Guignard

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We Offer: • Salary plus commission • Benefit package: Medical/Dental Plan • Pension

Journeyman Electrician required for Red Deer Public Schools.

Qualifications: high school diploma, journeyman electrician certification with 5 years exp. in a commercial setting, valid AB class 4 drivers license, knowledge of building management systems, heating and ventilation systems, and occupational and safety precautions of the position. WHMIS and first aid training preferred.

Starting wage is $30.23 hourly with a comp. benefit and pension plan.

Further information can be found at www.rdpsd.ab.ca, employment opportunities.

Please submit resumes to humanresources@rdpsd. ab.ca

With Residential roughin exp. Competitive wages & benefits.

Fax resume to: 403-314-5599

Trades

Trades

850

860

WATER WELL DRILLING COMPANY IN BENTLEY REQ’S EXPERIENCED

with class 3, air. All safety tickets required.

Meal and Accommodation provided when out of town.

Fax resume with drivers abstract: 403-748-3015

Truckers/ Drivers

860

RONCO OILFIELD HAULING Sylvan Lake. Openings for winch tractor, bed truck drivers and swamper’s.

Top wages and benefits.

Email resume tom@ roncooilfield.ca or fax. 403-887-4892 F/T TRUCK drivers req’d.

Minimum Class 5 with air and clean abstract. Exp. preferred. In person to Key Towing 4083-78 St. Cres.

Red Deer.

850

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Central AB based trucking company requires

Owner Operators

& Company Drivers in AB. Home the odd night. Weekends off. Late model tractor pref.

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Looking for Class1A driver to haul crude oil in the Central Ab. area. Must have Off Road experience.

Email resume: haulingcrude@live.ca TRUCKING company based out of Red Deer looking for experienced Class 1 drivers for winch tractor used for heavy hauling and tank truck operators. Top wages and exc. benefit pkg. Fax resume and driver’s abstract to 403-346-3766

is looking for concrete truck drivers. Call Gary 403-396-5993

Central Alberta LIFE

AN EXCELLENT CHOICE WHERE YOUR AD REACHES RURAL READERS

CALL 309-3300 CLASSIFIEDS WHATEVER YOU’RE SELLING...

WE HAVE THE PAPER YOU NEED!

Central Alberta LIFE

850

EQUIPMENT MECHANIC Year-round 8-5 Shop Work

Diversified medium-sized oilfieldservices company requires dedicated heavy duty technician for Red Deer shop.

Pumps & Pressure Inc. Hydraulic Division is currently accepting applications for

HYDRAULIC TECHNICIANS JOURNEYMEN or APPRENTICE MECHANICS MILLWRIGHTS Mechanically inclined individuals will also be considered.

Please forward resume to Brent via: Fax: 403.340.3646 or Email: brent@pumpsandpressure.com

- Successful candidate will have shown dedication and precision in their work.

- Must have over 5 years heavy duty experience.

- Some fabrication/welding experience preferred.

- Priority will be given to licensed journeyman.

Scheduled time off. Typically 8-5 hours. Huge variety of tasks/equipment. Competitive compensation in a low pressure environment working with a great team.

Reply with resume.

Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Send resume to:

pumpingcompany@gmail.com or fax: 403-342-0226 Attn: Charlie Re: Mechanic Position

We’re Hiring!

LACOMBE BASED BUSINESS Seeking Shop Hand For fabrication & mechanical shop. Individual with direct experience in welding, fabrication, and power tools needed. Must be reliable, punctual and have a valid drivers licence.

Applicants with a Class 1 Drivers Licence preferred.

Applicants will be req’d from time to time to work outside of Lacombe for periods of up to a week in refineries. Please fax resume including two references to: 403-342-7447

Allan Dale Trailers & RVs is GROWING fast and we are seeking

NEW EMPLOYMENT Opportunity Central City Asphalt Ltd.

Experienced Class 1 Driver Email resume to office@ccal.com Fax resume to (403) 885 5137

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Inside Sales Person Required for Rimbey Oilfield Supply Store

Please Send Resume to: Email: rick.davies@meridianvalve.ca Fax: (403) 843 - 3775 In Person: 5618 – 44th St, Rimbey

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Duties to include: Clerical Duties Deliveries Inside Sales Customer Service Operating Forklift Shipping & Inventory Control Heavy Receiving Lifting involved

FULL TIME SALES POSITION

One of Alberta’s premium used vehicle operations is looking for a full-time sales consultant.

Sales Experience is a requirement.

Here’s what we offer: • Large Inventory – 2 locations to sell from • Flexible Hours • Excellent Reputation • Excellent Pay Structure • Excellent Benefit Plan

Responsibilities: • Maintain equipment in accordance with preventative maintenance program • Assist operations with plant optimization and troubleshooting • Work in close collaboration with maintenance and production • Provide technical support on new projects and designs • Assist with installation, commissioning, startup and maintenance of new equipment • Maintain and perform minor configuration changes to existing control systems. Current systems are Fisher DeltaV, Allen Bradley Control Logics, Wonderware and RS View • Work with, coordinate and supervise contract personnel as required • Participate in review process for establishing PM work orders for electrical/instrumentation • Assist in identifying cause of failure and making appropriate recommendations or upgrades • Provide input into turnaround and project planning and execution • Troubleshoot process and equipment problems over the phone and in person • Respond to afterhours maintenance/ operations calls • Journeyman instrumentation technician Requirements: • Must possess a class 5 drivers license • Willing and able to travel to other locations, in Western Canada and USA • Ability to read and understand electrical and P&ID drawings • Possess good troubleshooting skills for both instrumentation and control systems, previous configuration and programming experiences would be an asset • Willing to share knowledge and train others • Preference will be given to; Allen Bradley PLC and HMI Experience, DeltaV DCS experience, Foundation Fieldbus and DeviceNet experience and Dual Ticket (I&E)

We thank you for your interest; however only those applicants considered for the position will be contacted.

FALL START

Community Support Worker Women in Trades Math and Science in the Trades GED classes days/ evening

ONLY 4 DAYS A WEEK

in GRANDVIEW 40A Ave & 47 St. area & N. side of Ross St. MOUNTVIEW 43 Ave & 35 St. & area. $67/mo.

ROSEDALE AREA Rowell Close & Ritson Close $98/mo.

Call Jamie 403-314-4306 info

Maintenance Electrician

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Joffre Plant

NO EXP. NECESSARY!!

F.T. position available IMMEDIATELY in hog assembly yard in Red Deer. Starting wage $12/hr. Call Rich or Paul 403-346-6934

Ferus Inc. specializes in the production, storage, supply and transport of liquid nitrogen and liquid carbon dioxide for the energy industry. www.ferus.com Ferus requires a Maintenance Electrician to join the team at our Joffre facilities. The ideal candidate must perform all duties in a safe, environmentally friendly and cost effective manner. Ferus is looking for a dynamic individual who is able to work alone, with minimal supervision.

CARRIERS NEEDED FOR FLYERS, RED DEER SUNDAY LIFE AND EXPRESS ROUTES IN:

Responsibilities: • Perform planned & breakdown maintenance • Installing, troubleshooting & maintaining equipment based on manufacturer’s recommendations & specifications • Conducting equipment inspections & detecting potential problems

ANDERS AREA Archibald Cres.

Armitage Close INGLEWOOD AREA

Requirements: • Journeyman Certificate; interprovincial certificate is required • Basic computer skills; maintenance database knowledge if preferred • Ability to travel within Alberta with occasional travel outside of province • Industrial experience would be considered an asset • Medium Voltage Experience (4160v) is a benefit

Inglewood Drive LANCASTER AREA Logan Close Lees St./ Lawrence Cres.

SUNNYBROOK AREA

Ferus offers a competitive compensation package including a competitive base salary, bonus incentive plan & an excellent Benefits Package, including a Group RSP Savings Plan.

Sherwood Cres./ Stanhope Ave. Call Prodie @ 403- 314-4301 for more info

If you are interested in working in a positive and dynamic environment, please fax resume to: (403) 342-5268 or email humanresources@ferus.ca

by July 15th, 2013.

Please reference: JFME-0713

If you are interested in working in a positive and dynamic environment, please fax resume to:

(403) 342-5368 or email: humanresources@ferus.ca

by June 17th, 2013.

Please reference: JFIT-0613

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DEER PARK AREA Dodge Ave, Donald Cl., & Dentoom Cl. $97.00/mo.

Ferus offers a competitive compensation package including a competitive base salary, bonus incentiveplan & an excellent Benefits Package, including a Group RSP Savings Plan.

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Contact Wayne or Daryl at 403-227-4456 for an interview. Or send your resume to wkarach@truckranch.ca

www.ferus.com Ferus requires an Instrumentation Technician to join the team at our Joffre facilities. The ideal candidate would be prepared to travel and able to work alone, with minimal supervision. They must be an open, honest team player, willing to work with other trades.

ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING

ADULT or YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED For delivery of Flyers, Express and Sunday Life

• full time, year round employment • premium pay for experience • group employee benefits • excellent hours working in a fun, supportive environment • opportunity to grow and advance within an excellent company

Joffre Plant

Academic Express

403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca

As a valued member of the Allan Dale team, we offer you:

Ferus Inc. specializes in the production, storage, supply and transport of liquid nitrogen and liquid carbon dioxide for the energy industry.

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Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available.

• mechanical, electrical and electronics aptitude • troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities • good communication and organizational skills • good physical condition as some lifting is required • one to two years related experience and/or training • Journeyman RV Technician certification would be considered a definite asset

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• examine, troubleshoot and diagnose units needing repair and maintenance • install, repair and maintain interior and exterior components on various RV makes & models • perform pre-delivery inspections • install trailer and RV accessories • read and follow instructions on repair orders to ensure quality control

If you are interested in becoming part of a successful team, please forward your resume to: Suzette Binnie Allan Dale Trailers & RVs 3 Queens Drive, Red Deer, Alberta T4P 0K1 Fax: 403.346.3116 Email: suzette@allandale.com

www.ads-pipe.com Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc., the world’s largest and most innovative manufacturer of HDPE drainage products is currently accepting applications for Full-Time Employment for certified Class 1 Drivers with a minimum of two (2) years experience. ADS Drivers are required to safely operate company equipment and provide a high level of customer service, delivering our products within central Alberta. ADS Drivers are required to be drug free and maintain legal transportation paperwork and driving practices. This position requires a valid Class 1 License, with previous off road forklift experience a definite asset. We offer quarterly cash safety bonuses as well as a comprehensive medical plan.

Benefits include: Company provided Group Canadian Benefits Voluntary dental Life insurance Short-term and long-term disability Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) and Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP) Paid Vacation Safety Bonus All applicants are subject to a pre-employment physical and MVR check.

Interested Applicants may submit a resume, along with a recent drivers abstract to: Advanced Drainage Systems Canada Inc. 4316 Gerdts Ave. Blindman Ind. Park Red Deer County, AB. T4S-2A8 Attn: Ken McCutcheon Fax: (403) 346-5806 E-mail ken.mccutcheon@ ads-pipe.com Position closing date: July 22nd. 2013

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As an active member of the Allan Dale team, you will be required to:

INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN

Professional Truck Driver

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4 Experienced RV Technicians

The successful candidate should possess the following:

a custom metal fabrication business in Innisfail has an employment opportunity for a fabricator.

Preference will be given to someone with shear and brake experience. The successful applicant will receive full time employment, Monday to Friday 8:00 to 4:30.

We offer employee benefits and work environment with plenty of variety. Apply in person with resume 5 kms.

West of Innisfail on Highway #54, fax resume to 403-227-4831 or email to metform@ metelformalberta.com.

860

Truckers/ Drivers

Spanky’s Transit Mix

Trades

Hydraulic Division

Truckers/ Drivers

THREE Class 3 w/airbrake endorsement needed immed. for new contract.

Email resume to canpak@xplornet.ca or call 403-341-9300

Drillers & Helpers to Drill for Pilings

METAL FORM INDUSTRIES (2006) INC.

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Truckers/ Drivers

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Bakery Manager

850

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We thank you for your interest; however only those applicants considered for the position will be contacted.

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Nexus Engineering is currently looking for Afternoon shift C.N.C operators/ Machinists. Duties include, set up of Mazak C.N.C lathe and mills, running production runs, min 3 years experience.

We offer competitive wages, company paid benefits and a RRSP matching plan.

Please forward resumes to resume@nexusengineering.ca

850

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Afternoon Shift CNC Operators/Machinists

Trades

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Trades

TO ORDER HOME DELIVERY OF THE ADVOCATE CALL OUR CIRCULATION DEPARTMENT 314-4300

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CROSSMARK wants MERCHANDISERS! E-mail your resume to Kimberly.smith2@ crossmark.com.

Currently seeking reliable newspaper carrier for the

Ferus Inc. specializes in the production, storage, supply and transport of liquid nitrogen and liquid carbon dioxide for the energy industry.

BOWER AREA Delivery is 4 times per week, no collecting.

www.ferus.com

PROFESSIONAL

Perfect for anyone looking to make some extra $.

DRIVERS WANTED

Ferus requires experienced Professional Class 1 drivers with three years or more experience to operate a variety of late model liquid carbon dioxide and liquid nitrogen equipment out of our Blackfalds base.

We offer: • Industry competitive wages based on an hourly pay schedule • Automatic pay increases • Training Completion Bonus • Daily per diem allowance • Recognition and incentive programs • Mechanic-maintained equipment • Travel Compensation PLUS: • Flexible Spending Account • Group RSP Savings Plan • Comprehensive Health and Dental Plan • Career Advancement Opportunities We offer a work rotation of 15 days on & 6 days off.

Preference will be given to applicants with off-road experience.

If you are interested in working in a positive and dynamic environment please send your resume & driver abstract to

Please reply by email: qmacaulay @reddeeradvocate.com or phone Quitcy at 403-314-4316 DISPATCHER req’d.

Knowledge of Red Deer and area is essential.

Verbal and written communication skills are req’d. Send resume by fax to 403-346-0295

Fluid Experts Ltd.

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Is seeking to hire Shop Supervisor for our Red Deer location. This position is a fulltime and is a salary based position with company benefits upon hire. Duties include maintain shop, minor repairs of units and equipment, monitor inventories, loading of fluid trucks with various products for the Oil & Gas industry and will be trained to blend KCl fluid in humanresources@ferus.com or by fax shop utilizing specialized equipment. Ideal candidate to 1-888-879-6125 will have a mechanical Please Reference: Driver #0513 background with a class 1 Thank you for your interest; however only those license with fluid hauling experience. Fax resume applicants considered for the position will be contacted. w/all tickets and current drivers abstract to: 403-346-3112 or email to: Misc. roger@fluidexperts.com Help GRAYSON EXCAVATING LTD. requires experienced foremen, pipelayers, FOR fast results: Classified PLACE an ad in Central equipment operators, Want Ads. Phone 1-877- Alber ta LIFE and reach Class 1 drivers, topmen over 100,000 potential buy223-3311. and general labourers for ers. 309-3300. installation of deep utilities (water and sewer). Fax Real Pets, Real People, resume to (403)782-6846 or e-mail to: info@ Real Passion graysonexcavating.com For over 100 years, Nestle Purina PetCare Company has dedicated itself to creating innovative, nutritious products – all designed to enhance the well being of pets. Nestle Purina PetCare is the world’s largest producer of dry dog food and softmoist and dry cat foods, as well as being a leading producer of Looking for reliable cat box filler in Canada and the United Sates. In Canada, Nestle newspaper carrier Purina’s leading brands include Dog Chow, Cat Chow, Pro Plan, Purina One, Fancy Feast, Friskies and Purina MAXX. for 1 day per week delivery of the We currently have a position available at our Innisfail, AB plant.

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WAREHOUSE OPERATOR If you have a passion to succeed in a stimulating work environment with excellent wages and benefits we would like to hear from you. This position will be responsible for the movement of finished product through the distribution system while ensuring product integrity, and superior customer service.

INNISFAIL Packages come ready for delivery.

No collecting.

As the successful candidate, you will have a minimum grade 12 education, forklift experience, and be able to work shift work.

Contact Quitcy at 403-314-4316

Starting Wage $18.00 / hr

Quick Lube Technicians

We have a new ultra modern quick lube facility.

Successful candidates must be: • Customer service oriented.

• Energetic and physically fit.

• Occasional Saturday

Please call Debbie at 403-314-4307

Journeyman and Registered Apprentice Auto Technicians

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Successful candidates must be: • Mature and energetic.

• Physically fit.

• A team player with a pro-active attitude.

• Able to work occasional Saturdays.

We Offer: • Possibility for advancement • Ongoing professional training.

• Competitive remuneration.

• Excellent medical and dental benefits.

Fax resume to: Joy Chamberlain or Brent Ohara 403-340-8420

PERSON req’d for shipping and receiving for busy HVAC contractor.

Requires inventory exp., good organizational skills, clean Drivers License, n/s, $15/hr. Apply in person to Comfortec Heating & AC or email: brad@ ComfortecHeating.com.

REG COX FEEDMIXERS Req’s In Service Shop, exp’d with farm equipment and the ability to weld.

Apply fax 403-341-5622 RESIDENTIAL APT MANAGER 23 suite apt. complex.

Live-in role. Responsibilities incl. cleaning, maintenance, yard care, administration.

Fax to 403-346-5786 Summer Work $14.50 base appt, FT/PT summer openings, customer sales/svc, conditions apply, training given Call Today 403-755-6711 work4students.ca

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BOYS Hiking shoes, size 13, Columbia, like new. $20. 403-314-9603

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Now Offering Hotter, Cleaner BC Birch. All Types. P.U. / del. Lyle 403-783-2275

Duties to include fabrication prep, hydro-testing, general SHRINK Wrapped DRY shop maintenance, SPLIT PINE. 16” lengths. 1 operation of new product cu. ft. bundles average 25 line manufacturing lbs. Perfect for campers or equipment and occasional for resale. Also have some on-site work with our poplar bundles, all under mobile hydro-testing trailer roof and off ground. Disunit. Pre-Employment Drug counts for large volumes, / Alcohol screening and a also have bulk wood. background check will be 403-729-2594 required. Hours of work are Monday - Friday, Garden 7:30am to 4:00pm (with sporadic overtime) Supplies Excellent benefits package and RRSP plan are also FISKARS Stay Sharp + available. Please Email reel lawnmower, 2 mo. old Resumes to: Borsato.linda $120 403-346-7321 @arthomson.com OR Fax Resumes to: 403-341-4243 Household

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1900

Travel Packages

THE Central Alberta AIDS Network is looking for a Program Manager.

For more info: www.caans.org

Employment Training

900

OILFIELD SERVICES INC.

offers a variety of

SAFETY COURSES to meet your needs.

Standard First Aid , Confined Space Entry, H2S Alive and Fire Training are courses that we offer on a regular basis.

As well, we offer a selection of online Training Courses.

For more information check us out online at www.firemaster.ca or call us at 403 342 7500.

You also can find us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter @firemasterofs.

SAFETY

403.341.4544 24 Hours Toll Free 1.888.533.4544

R H2S Alive (ENFORM) R First Aid/CPR R Confined Space R WHMIS & TDG R Ground Disturbance R (ENFORM) B.O.P. R D&C (LEL) #204, 7819 - 50 Ave.

AGRICULTURAL

CLASSIFICATIONS 2000-2290

2010

Farm Equipment

FUEL TANK: 500 gallon with Stand. $50. or offers 403-813-8956 MACDON 5000 Hay Bine 12’ hrydo-swing.

403-347-5431

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Horses

WANTED: all types of horses. Processing locally in Lacombe weekly.

403-651-5912

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rentals

(across from Totem)

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Houses/ Duplexes

PS1 w/10 games. $70 obo; PS2 w/10 games $60; Nintendo DS $50 obo 403-782-3847

CLASSIFICATIONS 1500-1990

1520

TWO large (45 inch) antique wooden wagon wheels. $85 for one, $65 f o r t h e o t h e r.

Call (403) 342-7908

Auctions

1530

Bud Haynes & Co. Auctioneers

Certified Appraisers 1966 Estates, Antiques, Firearms.

Bay 5, 7429-49 Ave. 347-5855

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PSP w/13 games and 6 movies $140 403-782-3847

Misc. for Sale

1760

7 FOOT wooden bench.

Painted light blue. $35.

Call (403) 342-7908 GE ANSWERING MACHINE $20 403-341-3099 GLOBE 12”, great cond. $15.

BOX full of misc. household items. $20.

403-314-9603 LAGOSTINA stainless steel pasta pot, exc. cond, $60; humidifier, filter free $40; carbon monoxide alarm, exc. working order $35; smoke detector $20 403-227-2653 NEW right hand bathtub, white $200 403-746-2962

Musical Instruments

1770

VIOLIN, Instruction cassette and book.

Good value for $120.

SOLD

Cats

- Concrete Finishers - Overhead Crane Operators - General Labourers

FREE kittens to give away, 7 wks. old, ALL GONE SIAMESE (2) kittens and Also 1 BURMAN kitten. $50/ea.

403-887-3649

Top Wages paid based on experience. Full Benefits and Uniform Package included.

Dogs

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Playful Pomeranian male puppies, 12 weeks old, have 2 shots. $300 Ph. 346-5756 or 746-3001

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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.

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BEAUTIFUL spotted kittens need new home, quiet, great with children, exceptional immune system due to diet of blue/green algae, litter trained, FREE to right home 403-782-2397

We are currently seeking the following to join our team in Blackfalds for all shifts:

2 Bdrm Townhouse for adults 55+. Single garage, on trails, close to rec center. Rent $1250 & utilities SD $1000 No Smoking.

Open House July 15 5-7pm 403.341.9905

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ANTIQUE golf clubs, 2 woods, 9 irons, 1 putter, faux wood shafts, $150 403-346-0093

Bldg located on a quiet close backing onto treed area.

C/W Dishwasher. Short walk to schools and Parks.

Starting at $995/mo. Heat & Water incl. Call Lucie at 403-396-9554 Hearthstone 403-314-0099 SOUTHWOOD PARK 3110-47TH Avenue, 2 & 3 bdrm. townhouses, generously sized, 1 1/2 baths, fenced yards, full bsmts. 403-347-7473, Sorry no pets. www.greatapartments.ca

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FREE Shaw Cable + more $950/month Sharon / Wanda 403-340-0225

ORIOLE PARK

3 bdrm., 1-1/2 bath, $1075. rent, s.d. $650, incl water sewer and garbage.

Avail. Aug 1.

403-304-5337

3060

Suites

2 Bdrm. Apartment for the Budget Minded!

This bldg. offers a central location near downtown and all amenities in Woodlea. With assigned parking for just $856./mo. you can’t beat the price. Call Kristina at 403-896-8552 to take a look and see your new home. Hearthstone 403-314-0099

BOWER

Avail NOW 1 bed, 1 bath condo suite, 2 appl, laundry in bldg, $945 + pwr, $895 SD, N/S, small dog ok with fee, PM 412~ 305, 19 Bennett St ~ Sim Mgmt & Realty 403-340-0065 ext 412 ~ www.simproperties.ca

CLEARVIEW

Avail Aug 1st 3 bed, 1 bath, 4-plex, 4 appl, $925 incl water, $875 SD, N/P, N/S, PM 100 ~ 52C Cosgrove Cres ~ Sim Mgmt & Realty 403-340-0065 ext 412 ~ www.simproperties.ca

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4310

309-3300

SERGE’S HOMES 17 VINTAGE CLOSE BLACKFALDS Thurs. & Fri. 2 - 5 Sat. & Sun.1 - 5 1980 sq. ft. 2 storey walk out. Contact Robert @ 403-505-8050

CLASSIFIEDS

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services CLASSIFICATIONS 1000-1430 To Advertise Your Business or Service Here

Call Classifieds 403-309-3300

WANTED

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Antiques & Art

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Condos/ Townhouses

classifieds@reddeeradvocate.com

Antiques, furniture and estates. 342-2514

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LARGE 2 & 3 BDRM CONDOS

Newly Reno’d Mobile

STAND up lamp, gold plated; matching table lamps $50 obo 403-347-0104

COLOR tv’s older style, 27”, two 21”, all work exc. $25/ea. 403-341-3099

newer exec. 3 bdrm. bi-level townhouse 1447 sq. ft. 5 appls, 1 1/2 bath, blinds, lg. balcony, fenced in rear, front/rear parking, no dogs, rent $1445 SD $1000. n/s Avail. Aug. 1 403-304-7576 / 347-7545

Manufactured FOR RENT • 3000-3200 Homes WANTED • 3250-3390

MAYTAG dryer $75; recliner, white $50, 403-347-1050

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CLASSIFICATIONS

DRESSER, 6 drawers wide 3/small drawers in middle $20; B & D breadmaker $10; brass desk top lamp $5 ** SOLD **

Stereos TV's, VCRs

3050

4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes

HALMAN Heights

1720

COUCH, chocolate brown velour, with wood trim.

Good clean condition. $25.

2 SMALL WHITE CABINETS, can be used for end tables, night tables, or printer stand. $15. ea. or 2 for $25. 780-884-5441 (Red Deer)

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3 level 3 bdrm. townhouse 5 appls, 1 1/2 bath, blinds, no pets, n/s, rent $1445 SD $1000 avail. Aug. 1 1.

403-304-7576 or 347-7545

LANCASTER 1/2 duplex, close to shopping & Appliances schools. 3 bdrm. with ensuite, 5 appls. & security APPLS. reconditioned lrg. system incl., fenced yard, selection, $150 + up, 6 mo. front & back decks. warr. Riverside Appliances $1200/mo./d.d. 1 yr. lease, 403-342-1042 N/S, no pets. Call for appt., 403-505-7649 FRIDGE, nice and big, in exc. working cond.

NEWER WEST PARK fully Almond, $100. dev. 1/2 duplex on quiet 780-884-5441 (Red Deer) street, backs onto green area, 3 bdrms., 2 baths, all WASHER & DRYER appls. incl., main floor Working cond. $150. laundry, fully fenced, shed, 403-346-4307 front & back parking, 1 yr. lease, N/S. $1300 + d.d. + Household utils. avail. Aug. 1, no pets, n/s Call 403-505-7649 Furnishings COUCH & chair, antique, French Provincial, teal blue with gold design. In usable cond. or can be re-upholstered. $150. set.

780-884-5441 (Red Deer)

Condos/ Townhouses

2 BDRM. 4 appls, no pets 32 HOLMES ST. 1 1/2 blocks west of mall, $875/mo. 403-343-6609 3 bdrm. bi-level, blinds, lg. balcony, 4 appls, no pets, CAYON SKI RESORT n/s, rent $1245 SD $1000 1 & 2 bdrm. avail. in quiet Avail. Immed. adult 5 plex. N/S, no room403-304-7576 or 347-7545 mates, no pets. $750. & $800. incld’s utils.

403-346-7003

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1710

OILFIELD TICKETS

To deliver 1 day a week in OLDS BOWDEN RIMBEY

1590

1660

Industries #1 Choice!

NEWSPAPER CARRIERS REQUIRED

Clothing

Food Counter Attendants EquipmentAre you looking for a career Heavy opportunity with excellent benefits, a mature working TRAILERS for sale or rent environment and opportunity Job site, office, well site or to advance? If so, Subway storage. Skidded or has a position for you! wheeled. Call 347-7721.

Please apply online @ mysubwaycareer.com or Drop resume off in person at 180, 6900 Taylor Drive Firewood Or email to careers@rdsubway.com AFFORDABLE or Call us at 403-342-0203 Homestead Firewood The A.R. Thomson Group Spruce, Pine, Spilt, Dry. is recruiting applicants that 7 days/wk. 403-304-6472 are looking for a stable career opportunity with FIREWOOD. Pine, Spruce, our growing Manufacturing Poplar. Can deliver group. Increased product 1-4 cords. 403-844-0227 demand, and the addition FREE FIRE WOOD of new product lines to our Bring your own saw. manufacturing division has 403-346-4307 required that we actively increase our workforce LOGS with the addition of the Semi loads of pine, spruce, following positions: tamarack, poplar.

4 positions avail.

Price depends on location. for manufacturing Lil Mule Logging shop technicians 403-318-4346

“Low Cost” Quality Training

REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY

2804 Gaetz Ave., Red Deer Visit our website: southsidedodgechrysler.com 403-346-5577 1-800-882-7178

SUBWAY All Red Deer Locations Hiring Immediately

TRAINING CENTRE

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Please send your resume to: Nestle Purina PetCare 5128 – 54th Street, Box 6160 Innisfail, Alberta T4G 1S8 Attention: Human Resources Fax: (403) 227-4245 E-mail: InnisfailHR@purina.nestle.com

Central Alberta Life in the town of

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Truckers/ Drivers

1010

Accounting

INDIVIDUAL & BUSINESS Accounting, 30 yrs. of exp. with oilfield service companies, other small businesses and individuals RW Smith, 346-9351

1060

Massage Therapy

1280

WINDOW / EVESTROUGH CLEANING. 403-506-4822

International ladies

Yard Care

MASSAGE

Now Open

Specials. 11 a.m.-3 a.m.

Private back entry. 403-341-4445

1070

VINYL SIDING CLEANING Eaves Trough Cleaned, Windows Cleaned. Pckg.

Pricing. 403-506-4822

Contractors

1100

BLACK CAT CONCRETE Garage/patios/rv pads sidewalks/driveways Dean 403-505-2542

CONCRETE???

We’ll do it all...

Call E.J. Construction Jim 403-358-8197 or Ron 403-318-3804 DALE’S Home Reno’s Free estimates for all your reno needs. 403-506-4301 MAMMA MIA !!

Soffit, Fascia & Eaves.

403-391-2169 SIDING, Soffit, Fascia and custom cladding. Call Dean @ 403-302-9210.

Eavestroughing

1130

EVESTROUGH / WINDOW CLEANING. 403-506-4822 GUTTERS CLEANED & REPAIRED. 403-391-2169

Escorts

1165

CURVY all natural Korean early 20’s. Daytime only 587-377-1298 LEXUS 392-0891 *BUSTY* INDEPENDENT w/own car

Massage Therapy

1280

Executive Touch Massage

(FOR MEN)STUDIO 5003A-50 st. Downtown 9 am - 6 pm. Mon. - Fri. 403-348-5650 MASSAGE ABOVE ALL WALK-INS WELCOME 4709 Gaetz Ave. 346-1161

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Complete Janitorial RED DEER’S BEST www.performancemaint.ca 403-358-9256

Window Cleaning

Misc.

Services

1290

5* JUNK REMOVAL

Property clean up 340-8666 GARAGE door service.

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1430

LAWNS, hedges, & Junk Removal, 403-358-1614

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Moving & Storage

1300

BOXES? MOVING? SUPPLIES? 403-986-1315

Painters/ Decorators

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1310 Sell it.

JG PAINTING, 25 yrs. exp.

Free Est. 403-872-8888 LAUREL TRUDGEON Residential Painting and Colour Consultations.

403-342-7801.

PAINTING BY DAVE Interior, Exterior, New Construction. Comm/Indust.

2 Journeyman w/over 50 yrs exp. %15 discount for seniors. Free estimates.

All work guaranteed. We carry WCB & Liability Insurance. 403-307-4798

Seniors’ Services

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1372

ATT’N: SENIORS Looking for help on small jobs, around the house such as yard landscaping, bathroom fixtures, painting, concrete or flooring. James 403-341-0617 SENIORS need a HELPING HAND? Cleaning, cooking companionship - in home or in facility.

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3060

DOWNTOWN

Avail Aug 1st 1 bed, 1 bath suite, 2 appl, laundry in bldg, ADULTS ONLY, $750 + pwr, $700 SD, N/P, N/S, PM 19 ~ 7, 5340 - 47 Ave ~ Sim Mgmt & Realty 403-340-0065 ext 412 ~ www.simproperties.ca

DOWNTOWN

Avail Aug 1st 1 bed, 1 bath suite, 2 appl, FREE laundry, ADULT ONLY bldg, $750 + pwr, $700 SD, N/P, N/S, PM 19 ~ 5, 5340 - 47 Ave ~ Sim Mgmt & Realty 403-340-0065 ext 412 ~ www.simproperties.ca

EASTVIEW

Avail NOW 2 bed, 1 bath main floor suite, 5 appl, fresh paint, new flooring, $975 + shared util, $925 SD, small dog possible, N/S, PM 81~ 3723 - 50 St ~ Sim Mgmt & Realty 403-340-0065 ext 412 ~ www.simproperties.ca

y

3255

SEEKING reasonably priced 2+ acres fully serviced to rent in the Lacombe, Clive or Joffre areas. Would prefer already set up for horses but willing to fence.

Possible future option to purchase would be a bonus. Please call, or text with price and features.

Leave a message if no answer. 403-350-9094

Houses For Sale

4020

Acreages

4050

2 Acres +/-

Zoned AG SE of Red Deer 26 kms. $194,500 403-505-6240 You can save thousands!

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Houses HIGHLAND GREEN For Sale

Avail Aug 1st 2 bed, 1 bath, 6-plex, newer carpets, lino & paint, 4 appl, $900 incl water, $850 SD N/P, N/S, PM 522 ~ 1, 6328 - 59 Ave ~ Sim Mgmt & Realty 403-340-0065 ext 412 ~ www.simproperties.ca

HIGHLAND GREEN Avail NOW 1 bed, 1 bath, 2 appl, $775 + pwr, $725 SD, N/P, N/S, PM 526 ~ 4, 5920 - 63 St ~ Sim Mgmt & Realty 403-340-0065 ext 412 ~ www.simproperties.ca

INNISFAIL

Avail Aug 1st 2 bed, 1 bath main floor of ї duplex, 4 appl, newer flooring, $825 + 60 % util, $775 SD, N/P, N/S, PM 261 ~ 4803A - 46 Ave ~ Sim Mgmt & Realty 403-340-0065 ext 412 ~ www.simproperties.ca

INNISFAIL

Avail Aug 1st 2 bed, 3 piece bath, ї duplex bsmt suite, 4 appl, $700 + 40% util, $650 SD, N/P, N/S, PM 261 ~ 4803B - 46 Ave ~ Sim Mgmt & Realty 403-340-0065 ext 412 ~ www.simproperties.ca

4020

48 GILLESPIE CRES. spacious bi-level, 4 bdrms., 2 full baths, fully fin. mature yard, fully fenced. $299,900.

Margaret Comeau Remax Real Estate Central AB 403-391-3399

LARGE 2 & 3 BDRM. SUITES. 25+, adults only n/s, no pets 403-346-7111 LARGE, 1, 2 & 3 BDRM. SUITES. 25+, adults only n/s, no pets 403-346-7111

MORRISROE MANOR

1 & 2 bdrm., Avail. immed.

Adult bldg. N/S No pets 403-755-9852

OPPOSITE HOSPITAL Large adult 2 bdrm. apt., balcony, No pets. $800 rent/SD, heat/water incld., 403-346-5885

ORIOLE PARK

Avail Aug 1st 3 bed, 1.5 bath, 4-plex, 4 appl, $950 + gas, pwr, and 25% water, $900 SD, N/P, N/S, PM 147 ~ 38C Onaway Ave ~ Sim Mgmt & Realty 403-340-0065 ext 412 ~ www.simproperties.ca

ORIOLE PARK

Avail Aug 1st 3 bed, 1.5 bath, 4-plex, 4 appl, $1000 + 25% water, 100% pwr & gas, $950 SD, N/P, N/S, PM 506 ~ 42A Onaway Ave ~ Sim Mgmt & Realty 403-340-0065 ext 412 ~ www.simproperties.ca

Money To Loan

Great for retirement. 2 bdrm., 2 Bath 1/2 duplex in Olds.

Attached garage. $239,900. 403-507-0028

PRIVATE LENDER: Mortgage money available on all types of real estate.

We lend on equity.

Fast approvals Ron Lewis 403-819-2436

4 Bdrm., 3 bath, office, finished heated garage.

Many upgrades. Very clean. A Must see! $371,900. Call Lloyd Fiddler 403-391-9294

development. $449,900.

Blackfalds bi-level. 5 bdrm, 2 bath walkout. Kitchenette

BRAND NEW IN TIMBERSTONE

Move right into this 1,145 sq.ft. Bi-level with attached double garage.

4 stainless steel appliances, 2 bdrms, 2baths & much more.

Contact Chris 403.392.7118

BY OWNER Beautiful, newly reno’d 4 level split. 5 bdrm., 2.5 baths, office, many extras, beautifully landscaped.

A must to see.

OPEN HOUSE July 13 & 14, 2 - 4 pm.

23 DAVISON DR. R.D. or call 403-342-1530 to view FREE Weekly list of properties for sale w/details, prices, address, owner’s phone #, etc. 342-7355 Help-U-Sell of Red Deer www.homesreddeer.com

LIVE THE BEACON HILL LIFESTYLE

SYLVAN LAKE 3 bdrm, 2 baths, open concept floorplan, stainless steel appliances $304,200 Call Jennifer 403.392.6841

down. $299,900 Fully finished exec. 1/2 duplex in Innisfail. Lots of upgrades, 3 bdrm., 2 bath,

MASON MARTIN HOMES New bi-level, 1400 sq.ft.

Dbl. att. garage. $409,900.

403-588-2550

MASON MARTIN HOMES

OPEN HOUSES

MUST SELL New 2 Storey 1550 sq.ft 3 bdrm, bonus room, 2.5 bath, $379,900. Dbl. att. garage. 403-588-2550

SUNNYBROOK

3090

ROOMS FOR RENT, close to uptown. Employed gentleman Rent $350/mo, s.d. $250, 403-350-4712

Mobile Lot

3190

$259,900 403-347-5244 Anders 1/2 duplex!

4 bdrm., 2 bath, many upgrades, dble. garage.

NEW 3 BDRM HOME

Great family home, 3 bdrms, 2.5 baths, desirable Red Deer location close to trails & shopping $359,000.

Call Chris 403.392.7118

5030

2007 CRV EX, 61,000 kms $18,500. 403-342-0308

2001 FORD Expedition 237,000 kms, well maint, have receipts, good mileage, safetied, Kevin 403-872-1472

2010 MERCEDES BENZ GLK 350 lthr., sunroofs, 98295 kms., $29,888 348-8788 Sport & Import 23 acres west of Rimbey.

4 bdrm. home, 24x32 barn, 32x64 shop, 3 wells. $475,000. 403-843-6182

2009 Acadia SLE FWD V6 6 spd. auto, leather, DVD BOSE stereo, 91,000 kms $18,500 obo. call starting Saturday (403) 348-2106

Cottage across from lake access close to boat launch. $219,900.

2008 SMART Passion convertible, $8,888.

348-8788 Sport & Import

2001 DODGE Durango 4x4, $5000 o.b.o.

403-348-1634 1989 JEEP Loredo, auto, 4x4. Good cond. 318-3040

MOBILE HOME PAD, in Red Deer Close to Gaetz, www.laebon.com 2 car park, Shaw cable incl.

Sharon / Wanda 403-340-0225 Laebon Homes 346-7273

5050

2006 CHEV 2500 4x4, crew cab, loaded blue nice shape in and out. $9350.

403-348-9746

4090

Manufactured Homes $254,900.

4 Bdrm., 3 bath in the PInes. Huge mature lot.

10x42 deck. 26x28 heated garage, $305,000

HELP-U-SELL OF RED DEER

Condos/ Townhouses

4040

MUST SELL

By Owner.

Sharon / Wanda 403-340-0225

Income Property

2008 MERCEDES BENZ CLK 350 sunroof, nav., 20,415 kms, $32,888.

348-8788 Sport & Import

NEW DUPLEX, 2 suites, for $389,900. 2000 sq.ft.

2 bdrm., 2 bath. Mason Martin Homes 403-588-2550

Commercial Property

3 Bdrm., 2 bath townhome.

Immed. Possession.

Close to parks. $188,500.

403-392-5881 Help-U-Sell Red Deer 403-342-7355 MASON MARTIN HOMES New condo, 1000 sq.ft.

2 bdrm., 2 bath, 5 appls., $189,800. 403-588-2231

4100 4110

CLEAN and ready to move into 30x80 warehouse bay with large yard for lease in great location. Help-U-Sell Red Deer 403-342-7355

1990 VANGUARD 28’ 460 Ford, air, cruise, sleeps 6, rear bed, full shower & bath, 73,500 kms. $12,000.

403-302-8061

Tires, Parts Acces.

If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by August 18, 2013 with

If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

SIMPLE!

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5180 5190

RED’S AUTO. Free Scrap Vehicle & Metal Removal.

Enviro. Canada Approved.

We travel. May pay cash for vehicle. 403-396-7519

Vehicles Wanted To Buy

5200

A-1 WILLY’S Parts Place Inc. Will haul away salvage cars free in city limits. Will pay for some.

Only AMVIC approved salvage yard in Red Deer 403-346-7278 RED’S AUTO. Free scrap vehicle & metal removal.

We travel. Enviro. Canada Approved. May pay cash for vehicle. 403-396-7519

2004 ACURA MDX awd loaded, leather, heated seats, p. sunroof, new Bridgestone tires, back up camera, DVD, GPS, hitch 176,000 kms, $7900 obo 403-505-3113

2003 CHEV 2500, 4x4 S/C, loaded, leather. very nice shape in and out. sunroof. $4950. ***SOLD***

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2008 LUCERNE CX, 131,000 kms., well maint. $12,500. 403-346-1623

2007 INFINITY G35X, lthr. sunroof, nav., $20,888.

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RISER HOMES

A must See to Appreciate 2 storey, att. garage, 3 bdrm., 2.5 baths.

LOADED! $397,900.

-----------------------------------BUNGALO, 2 bdrm., 2 bath, front att. garage, $319,900.

Prices include all legal fees, GST, sod & tree.

Lloyd Fiddler 403-391-9294

5040

2007 HONDA CRV EXL, awd, lthr., sun roof, command start, 134,000 kms. $16,500. obo. 343-6156

CLASSIFICATIONS

Beautiful views overlooking scenic river valley. Only 6 miles from Red Deer on pavement.

Starting at $259,000

HELP-U-SELL OF RED DEER 403-342-7355

MASON MARTIN HOMES New bi-level, 1320 sq.ft.

3 bdrm., 2 bath. $367,900.

Dbl. att. garage.

403-588-2550

1-5, Sat. 13th & Sun. 14th 23 Voisin Cres., Red Deer & 639 Oak St., Springbrook Help out our local food bank & bring a food donation.

403-588-2231

Rooms For Rent

SUV's

Trucks

STYLISH 2 Bdrm. just South of the Hospital

1 & 2 bdrm. adult building, N/S. No pets.

403-596-2444

Locally owned and family operated

wheels

Cars

Estate of Artthur William Sivacoe of Red Deer, Alberta who died on April 23, 2013

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Auto Wreckers

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Executive acreage just north of Olds. 3750 sq ft.

6.84 acres. 30x40 shop. $774,000

84 LANCASTER DR.

MASON MARTIN HOMES New bungalow 1350 sq.ft.

Dbl. att. garage.

403-588-2550

THE NORDIC

4430

Borrow up to 20K and pay $387./mo. at 8%. Personal & small business loans.

Bad credit OK. Call Toll Free 855-331-5322 Buffalo Lake.3/4 acre with lake views, 4 bdrm, 3 bath. $334,900. 403-741-6190

6010

CHALLENGER tool box, checker plated $150 403-347-1050

5000-5300

Avail Aug 1st 3 bed, 1 bath 4-plex, 4 appl, $900 +, $850 SD, N/P, N/S, PM 31~ 6014B - 58A St ~ Sim Mgmt & Realty 403-340-0065 ext 412 ~ www.simproperties.ca

2 bdrm. avail. July. Water & heat incld, clean and quiet, great location, no pets. 403-346-6686

at www.garymoe.com

4400-4430

LOW INTEREST FINANCING

104x353 lot in the heart of Sylvan Lake. Excellent location for future

Riverside Meadows

This 2nd flr. 2 bdrm., apt. is in a quiet, adult only bldg. With a great location, assigned off street parking and a dishwasher, these never last long. Call Kristina at 403-896-8552 while you can. Hearthstone 403-314-0099

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Pine Lake acreage! 4 bdrm., 3 bath, attached garage.

Lake view. $329,900.

403-318-4448

Family oriented acreages w/rolling hills, pristine ponds and poplar woodlands. $150,000-$160,000

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2005 VOLKSWAGEN Jetta GLS diesel, $9,888 348-8788 Sport & Import

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INNISFAIL

Avail NOW 2 bed, 1 bath suite, 2 appl, laundry in bldg, $750 + pwr, $700 SD, N/P, N/S, PM 34 ~ 203, 5604 - 50 Ave ~ Sim Mgmt & Realty 403-340-0065 ext 412 ~ www.simproperties.ca

Motorhomes

2005 Gulf Stream 40’

HOSPITAL NORTH

(VICTORIA APTS) Avail NOW 1 bed, 1 bath suite, 2 appl, laundry in bldg, $775 + pwr, $725 SD, N/S, N/P, ADULTS ONLY, PM 479 ~ 4 & 10, 5110 - 43 St ~ Sim Mgmt & Realty 403-340-0065 ext 412 ~ www.simproperties.ca

4140

2006 VOLKSWAGEN Jetta 2010 DODGE Journey RT GLS diesel, $9,888. sunroof, leather, $18,888.

348-8788 Sport & Import 348-8788 Sport & Import

FAST GROWING firewood business. Incl. most equipment 2002 VOLKSWAGEN Jetta GLS diesel, $9,888 needed. $125,000.

348-8788 Sport & Import 403-887-2428 Help-U-Sell Red Deer 403-342-7355

Perfect family home!

Blackfalds 5 bdrm., 2 bath near park. $287,900

HELP-U-SELL OF RED DEER 403-342-7355

5070

TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS

4010

Avail Aug 1st 2 bed, 1 bath, lower duplex, 5 appl, $875 + shared util, $825 SD, N/P, N/S, PM 257 ~ 51B Gibson Cl ~ Sim Mgmt & Realty 403-340-0065 ext 412 ~ www.simproperties.ca

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Acreage with art studio awaiting your imagination.

3.09 acres of lush trees and 2 homes. $549,900

GLENDALE

Avail NOW 3 bed, 1 bath, main floor of ї duplex, 5 appl, deck, fenced yard, $1050 + 100% pwr, 55% gas, 50% water, $1000 SD, N/S, N/P, PM 257 ~ 51A Gibson Cl ~ Sim Mgmt & Realty 403-340-0065 ext 412 ~ www.simproperties.ca

DEGRAFFS RV Resort Blow Out Special. Lot and park model. 2013 General Coach w/bunk beds, covered front deck, $165,000 inclds. GST. One only! Call Lloyd 403-391-9294

Businesses For Sale

New spacious fully developed open plan in Penhold 4 bdrm. 3 bath bi-level $339,900

5030

Cars

2 SHOPS, 24 x 64, 30 x 39 plus residence, office, etc. $275,000 Offers? Tees, AB. Century 21 403-348-3339

4130

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Cottages/Resort Property

wegot

homes

Industrial Property

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38312B25

Suites

Acreages/ Farms

403-314-4394