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Week-long Camp Quality provided lifetime of memories by Stuart Fullarton Sylvan Lake News

A group of children affected by cancer went home with a variety of fun, new memories last Friday, following their one-week, action-packed stay at Camp Quality. They took part in a variety of activities, including hot air balloon rides, laser tag, and horse back riding. They also carried out a number of traditional camp-related activities, such as campfires and singalongs, before exploring Sylvan Lake in limousines. “Everything we can think of that might be unique, we try and cram it in,” said camp director Ian Campbell. The camp, one of seven across Canada, was held at Camp Kannawin near Jarvis Bay Provincial Park, and is open to children between the ages of 4 to 18 who either have

cancer, are in remission, or are the sibling of another child affected by cancer. According to Campbell, the camp is “just about letting kids be kids”. “The word cancer is almost never really brought up,” he said. “It’s about just being loud, crazy and having the most amazing time.” Attending the camp were children from all over Alberta, including Eckville, Spruce View, Camrose, Blackfalds and Airdrie. Others came from as far as Canmore and Fort McMurray. Campbell said numbers this year were up for the camp, which last week received seven first-time visitors. Campbell said that some people see more children attending the camp as a sad reminder of cancer’s devastating effects. He, however, sees an increasing attendance as a good thing. “The way I’m choosing to look at it is the

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name is just getting out a lot more,” he said. “You go around, and you hold events, and you hear families say they hadn’t heard about Camp Quality.” About 18 of this year’s 25 campers returned from last year, with some having attended the camp for as many as ten consecutive years. Campbell said some children experience nervousness about being away from home for a week. Often, those are the same children who don’t want to go home by the time it’s over. “It’s amazing to watch. Once you convince them to come to this camp, you see a little nerves, because it’s summer camp and you’re leaving mom and dad. “By the time you come back, you’re exhausted, and your parents are all recharged.” Each child who attends Camp Quality is paired with a counsellor, or a ‘companion’.

These companions act as big brothers or big sisters to campers, and spend most of the week with them, said Campbell. “It’s our hope that, after the week, that friendship continues, and that it adds another support network for those families who have gone through so much.” Camp Quality is a non-profit organization run entirely by carefully-screened volunteers. All funds raised through the camp go directly to children and camp programming, said Campbell. The camp is funded completely “by the generosity of corporate Alberta and personal donations”. “It takes a lot of money to put it on, and we couldn’t possibly do it without the help of our sponsors and our community groups.” More information on the camp is available at www.campquality.com.

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Special Events Saturday, August 31 - Taber corn roast and Karaoke at Sylvan Lake Legion. Corn roast begins at 4 pm, Karaoke by Gerry’s Karaoke at 7 pm. Everyone welcome. Saturday, August 31 & Sunday, September 1 Canadian Miniature Bull Riding Finals at Benalto Rodeo Grounds. Something for kids of all ages. Bull riders riding for the championship, pig scramble, chicken scramble, barrels (12 & under, 13-18 carded), wild pony races, pony scramble. Aug 31 kicks off at 4 pm, Sept 1 at 2 pm. More info 403-7222509 evenings. Sunday, September 1 - Sylvan Lake Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary breakfast at the Legion. 4916 50 Ave. 9 am to 1 pm. Everyone welcome. Sunday, September 1 - Fireworks will Light Up The Sky at Sylvan Lake at dusk. Wednesday, September 4 - 55+ Club Pot Luck at Sylvan Lake Legion 12 noon. $2 admission. Jam session to follow. Everyone welcome. Saturday, September 7 - Sylvan Lake Beach Volleyball tournament at the pier and Slo-Pitch tournament at Four Seasons Park. Both events involve Calgary and Edmonton Sport & Social Clubs competing against each other. Saturday, Sept. 7 and Sunday, Sept. 8 - End of Summer Hummer, Sylvan Lake Sailing Club. sylvansailing.ca. Saturday, September 7 - Family movie matinee at Sylvan Lake Municipal Library from 10 am to 3:30 pm. We are watching Sky High, MegaMind and Incredibles. Drop-in. Free juice and popcorn. For more info call 403-887-2130. Sunday, September 8 - Crib tourney at Sylvan Lake Legion, open at 9:30 for registration, play begins 10:30. Includes lunch. Sunday, September 8 - Centennial Picnic By The Lake. Centennial celebrations continue as our Sylvan Lake Ministerial Association hosts a good old fashioned community picnic by the lake from 12:30 to 4 pm in Centennial Park. Bring your lawn chairs, bring your neighbours, bring your friends. Pack a picnic basket for your family or partake in a barbecue provided lunch. Entertainment and games. Dress any era as we celebrate 100 years of Sylvan Lake. Sunday, September 8 - Dickson Store Museum’s 22nd annual harvest festival from 12:30-4:30 pm. Family event features Danish and traditional food, continuous entertainment, kiddies corral and ven-

dors. Please bring a non-perishable food bank donation. Everyone welcome. For info or to book table call 403-728-3355. Monday, September 9 - Sylvan Lake Community Partners’ Association annual general meeting at 6:30 pm at SLCPA office, 4936 50 Ave., Sylvan Lake. Anyone interested is invited to attend. SLCPA is recruiting new board members. Contact the office 403-887-9989 for info. Tuesday, September 10 - Mystery Book Club at Sylvan Lake Library reading lounge from 7-8 pm. September’s book is Mysterious Affair at Styles by Agatha Christie. Drop-in. Info call 403-887-2130. Wednesday, September 11 - Seniors’ bus going to Sunnybrook Farm for lunch and museum tour. Pickup starts at 11 am. Only 15 tickets available. Call Lenore ASAP. 403-887-5272. Thursday, September 12 - Family & Community Information Fair from 5-8 pm at the community centre, 4725 43rd Street. Discover more about community volunteer opportunities, register in programs and find out more about Sylvan Lake service clubs and community organizations for families, children, youth, adults and seniors. BBQ outside from 5-6:30 pm with proceeds to Sylvan Lake Youth Centre. Saturday, October 19 - All aboard, dinner theatre, Benalto. Enjoy an evening of great fun, great food and great entertainment by Say It Ain’t So Theatre Group as they present “A Bench in the Sun” at Benalto Community Hall. Proceeds to Benalto Train Station. Supper 6 pm, theatre 8 pm. Tickets available at Benalto General Store (403-746-3775) or call Gloria Murphy 403-746-5494.

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Support Programs Sylvan Lake Al-Anon (for families and friends of alcoholics) 8 pm Sundays, Presbyterian Church (north door), Kathy 403-887-4470 or Robyn 403887-2961. Sylvan Lake AA meetings. Tuesdays 7:30 pm Lions Hall; Sundays 8 pm Presbyterian Church (north door). For more information call male 403-8874470, 403-588-5491 or female 403-887-4297. Narcotics Anonymous meetings Thursday nights at 7:30 pm at Sylvan Lake Bethany Care, 4700 47th Ave. Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? Overweight? Underweight? Obsessed with weight or dieting? You are not alone. No dues, no fees, no weigh-ins. Everyone is welcome. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a 12 step recovery program. For info call Joan at 403-396-9371.

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Survey generated variety of ideas for businesses downtown by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News

Overwhelmingly, people who answered a town survey about shopping in the downtown area would like more food related businesses there. Top on the list of retail businesses was bakery, followed by butcher or meat shop, grocery and natural foods market. Others in the top 10 list were a fish and seafood shop and a delicatessen. A book store, coffee shop, shoe store, family clothing and women’s clothing were also listed in the survey answered by

499 residents online. One hundred visitors answered in-person surveys. A second question asked about service businesses people would like downtown. Top on the list was dinner theatre, followed by bar/grill/chain restaurant, ethnic food restaurant, comedy club, amusements and arcade, yoga and aerobics studio, movie rental, arts and culture instruction, fast food restaurant, fitness centre and movie theatre. The 28 page report provides a plethora of information gleaned through survey questions and includes individual comments related to the downtown, busi-

ness and lakeside environments. Sylvan Lake councillors got their first look at the final ‘Downtown Revitalization Engagement Surveys and Supply and Demand Analysis’ report earlier this week but were reticent to accept it for information because they hadn’t had enough time to review it. Instead they voted to defer discussion on the report to their next meeting, Sept. 9. Councillor Dale Plante said it’s a great report, but complained he just got it that day. “From your perspective what is it telling us,” Plante asked Economic Development Officer Vicki Kurz.

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collaboration among this group, and it is so good to have all these strong connections. It’s fantastic how approachable and friendly everyone is in this division. It is a highly professional atmosphere, but it’s also friendly and energetic. “My goal and passion is to make a positive difference in the life of every child I come into contact with. I’m excited to work alongside my students and witness their new discoveries, and set them up with strong foundations for learning. I hope they’ll come to love school and to love all learning as much as I do.”

The annual New Teacher Orientation, part of what is considered to be one of the most extensive mentorship programs in the province, took place in Chinook’s Edge School Division last week. Twenty teachers who are either new to the profession or new to the division took part. The fourday program is meant to increase their understanding of the culture and expectations at Chinook’s Edge, and to provide time and support as they begin mapping out specific plans and goals for the school year. As part of an ongoing mentorship program, each new teacher is also invited to be paired with a seasoned Chinook’s Edge teacher to share ongoing support, encouragement and professional development. “They establish strong connections with one another and create networks of support that will ensure their first year in Chinook’s Edge is highly successful,” said Dr. Lissa Steele, Associate Superintendent of Learning Services. “We really Accepting Registration now want to make sure our new teachers have the best for the upcoming playschool start possible. One of the most rewarding aspects year 2013-2014. of the program is the sense of community that is created, so that they can launch their teaching At Benalto Playschool we offer: careers knowing they are part of a strong and supA fun, energetic learning environment portive school division.” A great program for children ages 3, 4 & 5 Jaleesa Hallgren is one of the teachers who took Only 10 minutes from Sylvan Lake and part in the program and, although she taught for Eckville two years in a different Low enrollment fees school division, she Offered two mornings a week Tuesday & was impressed with the Thursday amount of new infor1st rate, licensed 3 hour program mation and resources Established and professional teacher that she discovered at returning once again the orientation. Mostly, And much more ... 1-800-222-TIPS she was excited by the (1-800-222-8477) Contact Lisa for more information at We want your INFO... level of enthusiasm in 403-746-3819 ...NOT your name the room. “I’m so impressed by how meaningful and helpful the orientation program has been, I really wish every new teacher could have the experience they provide in Chinook’s Edge,” said Hallgren, who will be teaching Kindergarten at C. P. Dr. Faye Inglis Blakely School in 403 Registered R Reg i t istered Psychologist Psyc sych sy hologii t Sylvan Lake. “I love the 837.2786 finglis@missionbridge.com Registere

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“A younger population completed the poll,” she said. “They’re looking for certain types of businesses, restaurants that are not pub related, activities, healthy outdoor activities, there’s a need for a public boat launch. Food is required in the downtown, a grocery store, bakery, fish market, family restaurant.” Asked by Councillor Laverne Asselstine how the information will be distributed, Kurz said it would be on the town’s website Tuesday morning and a media release would be sent from the town. She also provided councillors a copy of an ‘opportunity profile’ which would be used to create interest. Kurz said she’ll pursue businesses in categories represented in the survey to promote opportunities in Sylvan Lake. Councillor Sean McIntyre agreed with Plante’s comment about lack of time to read the document. “Bring it back to the next meeting. I’m not

prepared to make a recommendation on a report I haven’t had time to review.” “The report’s overall theme focused on creating a unique shopping and activities environment that caters more towards families, cultural experiences and niche products,” Kurz said in Tuesday’s media release. The same document quoted Mayor Susan Samson. “Residents, in general, were pleased to see the improvements made to Lakeshore Drive and many would like to see this theme carried through to 50th Street. There was a strong indication for the need for planned or designed outdoor healthy living activities along the lakeside including a public boat launch accessible for community members.” Survey results and the final report are on the town’s website at www. sylvanlake.ca under “What’s Happening”.

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Thanks volunteers; celebrate summer’s end, school’s beginning Partly sunny 27, partly sunny 25, mostly sunny 23, partly sunny 26, mostly sunny and very warm 27. That’s the weather forecast for today through Monday. Then as the youngsters head back to school, it’s predicted to be mostly cloudy and very warm 26. And next Wednesday we can expect “a stray afternoon shower” followed by a “passing morning shower” the following day. We could say something about the juxtaposition of “mostly cloudy” and “back to school” in the same sentence but we don’t believe the coming year is going to be anything but great for our students. The forecast sounds like a fantastic way to wrap up the summer season at the lake although we’re not sure why that “stray” shower is going to pick Sylvan Lake to dump on. All humour aside, though, it’s been a fantastic summer with some magnificent weather and great events. At this time, it’s fitting to say thanks to all those who have been involved in creating those events, putting in massive amounts of volunteer hours for the enjoyment of others. Listening to the organizers, they express real passion for what they’re doing and for their visions for making Sylvan Lake the best place on the planet to live. We applaud those positive comments

Dear Editor, Re: Letter to the Editor – Water Levels & Aerial Fire Trucks I have been reading with a great deal of interest the Letters to the Editor as we enter “silly season” better known as “civic election time”. Two letters from the August 22 edition really caught my attention and so I felt it was time to respond. The first letter was from David Spencer in reply to a letter written by Lyle Dressler the week previous regarding an aerial truck for Sylvan Lake Fire Department. It seems that Mr. Dressler prefers to search the internet for what he feels are bargains rather than researching some good solid information and determining the client’s needs, in this case

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and the extensive followings they’ve built for various activities in Central Alberta and, in fact, throughout the country. As school begins, people start to think of the fall season and getting more involved again in their community after a summer of relaxation, socializing and rejuvenating themselves. Many youth organizations — from sports to Brownies and Scouts to churchbased groups — are beginning again. And there’s lots of opportunities to become involved in the groups your children join. There are many other opportunities to get involved in your community and prosper socially from new acquaintances and new experiences. Perhaps you should attend the community information fair on Sept. 12 at the community centre to learn about some of those opportunities and the organizations which are the lifeblood of our active community. Volunteer involvement is one of the most rewarding aspects of our lives and we encourage people new to the community to get out and find the types of things they’d enjoy, then to get involved.

which is hosting the event because the “traditionally more elaborate” Canada Day fireworks show was “compromised” when the contractor, Big Bang Fireworks Inc., fell victim to flooding in High River where they had stored their equipment. It’s going to be a great end to the summer and a great kick-off for the next year of school, sports and other involvements.

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In the immediate future, however, let’s spend this last weekend enjoying life at the lake. And don’t forget the ‘Farewell to Summer” fireworks display that’s taking place Sunday night at 9:30 p.m. from the pier. “The sky will be darker and the night will be cooler, we will all need a reason to come together and celebrate the coming of autumn,” stated a notice from the town

It could only happen at Sylvan Lake! Sid Byers, Bob McCallum and Tanner Staples were exchanging nickels on the local golf course recently. Play was pretty even when they arrived at the sixth tee. Here, Sid’s drive was not as good as usual, and

Sylvan Lake Fire Department. Thank goodness for the well thought out and very factual letter from David Spencer. I would hope that that when tenders are called for new fire equipment, Mr. Spencer and his company are invited to submit tenders and that before any tenders are awarded town administration do a solid apples-to-apples comparison or even better invite Mr. Spencer to help write the specifications. My second comments are directed toward the letter written by Al Hallgren regarding lake levels. His reference first of all to “Lady Mayor” was demeaning and totally uncalled for. Our mayor is Susan Samson and her gender should never be an issue. Mr. Hallgren might also want to do a little research. The his second shot was disappointing. Bob and Tanner commenced to gloat, (you should not do this Bob and Tanner, it may still cost you a nickel). Then it happened. A seagull swooped down and picking up Sid’s ball, started off with it. Sid gave chase and threw a club at the bird, which dropped the ball. However, the gull picked it up again and flying by, dropped the ball near the edge of the green. Sid made a par. It would be nice to have a gull trained to catch your ball in flight and droop it in the cup. ♦ ♦ ♦ Marjorie and Mildred Walker are spending two weeks furlough visiting their parents Mr. and Mrs. L. B. Walker. Both young ladies are serving in the R.C.A.F. Their sister Elizabeth,

mayor on council has only one vote, the same as any other councillor, and can’t determine the direction of council or any vote held at council meetings. They are council and mayor decisions with equal votes by all! The mayor and all council members should be working towards consensus on all issues. Case in point is Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi — while very popular on his own he has never been able to build consensus with Calgary council members. Secondly ALL water in Canada falls under the jurisdiction of the federal government and then the provincial government with civic governments at the bottom of this list. Now add in that there are at least five summer villages around also serving with the R.C.A.F., is at present stationed at Dayton, Ohio.

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As of September 4, pupils registered at Sylvan Lake School totalled 537, an increase of about 60 over last June. Principal R. W. Blick stated that a few more are expected in some of the grades, and that some redistribution of pupils per room will be made. All elementary grades require two rooms, except Grade 1 which is divided into three rooms. Junior High and High School grades up to Grade 10 are each two rooms, Grade 11, with 24 pupils, requires one room. Including the typing room, there are 23 rooms in use. ♦ ♦ ♦

Sylvan Lake, plus Lacombe and Red Deer counties. Any vote on what actions might be taken for Sylvan need a positive vote by all and Sylvan Lake has only ONE vote. Further to all this is of course cost and what everyone might have to pay. There was an exhaustive study done on Sylvan Lake water levels. It showed that the outflow is working as it should be. Secondly was the idea of a weir with a cost somewhere north of $2 million dollars and no guarantee it would be effective. And finally Cygnet Lake landowners have put all levels of government on notice that any increase to that body of water that would take away agricultural lands would be met with objection and/ or compensation needs. Continued on Page 5 Fine fall weather has speeded harvest on its way, and it is estimated that by the end of this week combining will be about 50 per cent completed. Yields of barley are as high as 45 bushels to the acre and some has been making malt grade. However grades in some areas are disappointing as the kernels are thin and immature. The first carload of malt barley was shipped by Alberta Pacific agent Johnny Martin for J. O. Bystrom. The carload was graded 3 C.W. This was shipped August 26, which is probably the earliest date malt barley has ever been shipped from Sylvan Lake. Yields of oats are as high as 50 bushels per acre but little combining has yet been done. Cutting of the small wheat acreage in the district is just getting under way.

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Last thing we need is parking meters installed; public being gouged enough Dear Editor, I was sorry to read the comments of Paul Jackson in your recent issue. I believe Sylvan Lake town council should go ahead and expand and enhance our beautiful community’s beach, for the benefit of all men, women and children who live here. I can remember when families looked forward to going to the lake, as it was the one thing you could do and enjoy because it didn’t cost a lot of money. The family picnic was the highlight which could be a potluck of mom’s potato salad, fried chicken and goodies all homemade. As for the out-of-towners not supporting the town, that is not altogether true. Since when are visitors to our area obligated to

spend money? Many are struggling in these hard economic times just to drive here what with the price of gas. In some cases families would like to eat out, but when you look at the menu and the cheapest plate is $10 if you’re lucky, and there are four or fourteen of you, do the math. Maybe town council’s tax on vendors should be reduced, so that they could come down on these prices. Then if you want to launch a boat it costs $40 to put it in. There has been talk of making Sylvan Lake a private lake. If they keep building the way they are, soon you won’t be able to see the lake. The last thing we need is parking meters installed. I think that the public is being gouged enough.

Thanks for bringing reason and clarity to fire truck issue Dear Editor, Thank you, thank you David Spencer for your letter to the editor in the Aug. 22 edition of Sylvan Lake News. Mr. Spencer, you brought reason and clarity to the issue of the town’s purchase of an aerial fire truck and there are many issues in this community that require the same sort of careful thought and consideration. Leaping in with an uninformed opinion, as some do, simply muddies the waters. And speaking of muddy waters, Mr. Al Hallgren,

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Slow down — you could start a trend Dear Editor, At the end of the school year, last June, there were a few articles about drivers speeding in schools zones and youths with skateboards on the road. As a citizen of this community and driver it is your responsibility to abide by the speed limits. School zones 30km/h or less and in town 40 Km/h — slow down you could save a life or prevent great injury to a youth or relative. Youth should be taught the rules of the road but remember they are youth and they don’t always pay attention so as a driver you need to watch out for them. If you kill someone with a vehicle I don’t think it really matters who was at fault. As for skateboarders or bicycles on the road in front of your vehicle

they usually will move aside as soon as they known you are behind them. Even if it takes a minute or two, is that really a big deal compared to injuring someone? There is nothing so important that a few minutes late will matter as how late you will be if you are stopped for speeding or have injured someone. If we all start to slow down and do the speed limits, then the drivers behind us will also slow down it could catch on. If you slow down and the person behind you speeds past you ,then two blocks later pulls in front of you and turns left, it’s like Forest Gump’s mother said, “stupid is as stupid does”. So think about it. Garth Wood, Sylvan Lake

Public Notice PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE COUNTY’S LAND USE BYLAW

Bylaw No.1184/13

Water level... Continued from Page 4 The lake level is a very complicated issue without any apparent solutions at this time. I remember the wide sandy beaches of the past and would like them back the same as everyone but know that the best solution is time. Lake levels were almost this high in the ’50s and were also quite high in the ’80s. Let’s hope that with time and hot weather with little precipitation we see a return to the sand beaches of yesterday. I must also add that this seems to be more an adult issue than a children’s issue. When I am at the lake and watch all the children playing in the water or on the grass, they all seem quite happy. When I ask parents what they think, everyone seems happy just to spend family time at Sylvan Lake. One more point in Mr. Hallgren’s letter was a comment that said the lake was dirty. Some research would have shown him that Sylvan is today and has always been one of the cleanest lakes in Alberta. It’s been crystal clear every time I have been down there. Best of all NONE of the blue green algae of Pigeon, Gull or Pine Lakes. In the coming election I have looked at all the mayoralty candidates and will put my support solidly behind our curGROUP rent mayor, Susan Samson. Do I have issues with our current mayor? Yes! However I have learned that keeping all the people happy all the time ends up keeping nobody ever happy. It’s a reality! As for council members I haven’t seen all the candidates, but Karen will be looking closely at Dorval everyone. A strong coun403 cil is every bit as important as a strong mayor so

I hope that those visiting will not take offence at the narrow selfish comments that have been expressed.

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Lacombe County Council has given first reading to Bylaw No. 1184/13 the purpose of which are to amend the uses, definitions, general regulations and policies in the County’s Land Use Bylaw. The amendments are being proposed to provide: • Additional commercial opportunities in the County’s various commercial land use districts; • Flexibility for the Development Officer to make decisions on larger shops in the Country Residential District; and • Eliminating the requirement for Minor Home Based Businesses that have no outside storage (except farm equipment as outlined in the Bylaw), non-resident employees or visiting of clients to the site in the Agricultural District to require Development Permits from the County. A copy of the Bylaws with the proposed amendments may be obtained from the County’s Planning and Development Department or by visiting the County’s website at www.lacombecounty.com. Anyone wishing to comment on the proposed Bylaw amendments will have an opportunity to do so at a public hearing which has been arranged for: Date: Thursday, September 12, 2013 Time: 9:00 AM Place: Lacombe County Administration Office located 2 1⁄2 miles west of Highway 2 at the intersection of Spruceville Road and Highway 12 If you are unable to attend the hearing, written submissions can be made to the County. You will, however, need to ensure that your comments are received by the County prior to the date of the hearing. Your comments can be sent by email to info@lacombecounty.com, by fax to 403-782-3820 or by mail to RR 3, Lacombe AB T4L 2N3. All submissions will be public information. For more information, please contact the Planning and Development Department. Dale Freitag, RPP, MCIP Manager of Planning Services Lacombe County, RR 3, Lacombe AB T4L 2N3

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Tourism Strategy OPEN HOUSE The Draft Town of Sylvan Lake Tourism Strategy: 2013-2018 will be open for community discussion at an open house in the Family & Community Centre meeting room from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Thursday, September 5th, 2013. Community volunteers have been working on the draft plan since May of this year, discussing community tourism issues and opportunities, setting priorities and identifying strategies for success. Steering Committee members will be on hand to talk with interested community stakeholders about the draft plan, the planning process, and the next steps in moving Sylvan Lake forward to realize the priorities of the draft Plan.

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Light up The Sky with the Town of We promised weâ€™d make it up to you, now come and bid farewell to summer with the kind of fireworks show that Sylvan Lake is known for! Sunday, September 1 9:30pm on the Pier

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A Sylvan Lake man if facing a number of driving, drug and firearm charges after he fled from police near Whitecourt and then eluded them for five hours in the forest. Whitecourt RCMP and Alberta Sheriff Integrated Traffic Unit tried to stop a 2001 Jaguar on Highway 43 west of Whitecourt about 11:25 p.m. Aug. 19. The driver didnâ€™t stop and a short pursuit ensued where speeds were in excess of 230 km/hr. At some point the Jaguar left the road and went down a sharp decline getting stuck at the end of a road off Highway 32 north, reported RCMP Cst. Michael Hibbs. An RCMP police service dog was dispatched to the area after the male driver and only occupant of the vehicle fled into the forest. He was located about five hours later and taken to hospital as he â€œsuffered minor injuries due to the elements and not as a result of his encounter with the police dogâ€?. A search of the vehicle uncovered 434 grams of cocaine, 639 grams of methamphetamine, one gram of heroin as well as paraphernalia for the use and traffic of drugs. Also discovered was a loaded 45 calibre handgun and a number of Oxycodone pills. Brian Buxton, of Sylvan Lake, faces numerous charges including dangerous driving, possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking, possession of a stolen firearm and unsafe storage of a firearm. He was also wanted on a number of warrants out of Blackfalds, Innisfail, Red Deer and British Columbia.

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- Towering above her is one of the sunflowers in the front garden at Nancy Gagnonâ€™s Wildrose Dr. home. Itâ€™s 12 feet tall and still growing, according to measurements taken Friday. â€œI get lovely comments every day,â€? she said. The leaves are so large, she said sheâ€™s got her own â€œlittle oasis behind them on the porchâ€?. The stocks on the plants are â€œlike tree trunksâ€?. The sunflowers, which face south, were grown from organic seeds she bought two years ago but she doesnâ€™t give them any special attention â€” just rain water out of her barrel. She grew other tall sunflowers last year from the same package of seeds. STEVE DILLS

Town has no jurisdiction over lake level Dear Editor, Once again, I feel the need to respond to a letter in the paper, where a â€œlittle common senseâ€? and some research could have saved us all some time. We moved to Sylvan Lake in 2003, hot on the heels of two very dry years. Yes, there were miles of beach to play on, but we heard nothing but lament of how low the water level was. Fast forward 10 years, hot on the heels of several very wet years, and hey, we have nothing but lament of how high the water is. This is the natural cycle of a lake folks. Give it another 10 years and it will likely be low again. I am sure Mr. Hallgren, having been here â€˜on and off since 1931â€™, has seen this many times. Complaining about it to town council is of no

value, other than fodder for Letters to the Editor. The town has no jurisdiction, or authority, over the waters of the lake. That solely belongs to the Department of Oceans and Fisheries Canada. So, lay off council. There is nothing they can, or will, do about the level of the lake, and badgering them isnâ€™t going to change that. For those concerns, please feel free to contact the Honourable Gail Shea, Minister for Oceans and Fisheries. The phone number for the Central and Arctic Office in Sarnia is 866-290-3731, or check out their website at www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca. Waters are a federal matter, not municipal. David Spencer, Sylvan Lake

Sylvan prime example of modern vision Dear Editor, I would like to commend the Sylvan Lake town council on its investment in Lakeshore Drive and Centennial Park upgrades. I attended the fabulous Shake the Lake event, and was impressed â€” and frankly jealous â€” at the design decisions made throughout the waterfront area. As a resort municipality, Sylvan Lake needs to

continue to invest in this type of community infrastructure to attract and retain its valuable tourism industry. Tourism generates almost triple that of agriculture to Albertaâ€™s GDP, and Sylvan Lake is a prime example of a modern vision for its most valuable asset. Regards, North Darling, Deputy Mayor, Town of Peace River

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Join us for a BBQ outside the Community Centre from 5:00 to 6:30, with the proceeds going to the Sylvan Lake Youth Centre.

Waste Transfer Site Labour Day Weekend Hours The Waste Transfer site will be CLOSED on Monday, September 2 for Labour Day. The Waste Transfer site is open through the summer from Monday to Saturday from 9 A.M. until 5 P.M. exclusive of statutory holidays. The facility is located 1 kilometer east of the roundabout on Highway 11A and .5 kilometers South on RR12.

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USE TEMPORARY FACILITY The recreational vehicle septic dump station has been closed. Please use the temporary facility located adjacent to Tim Hortonâ€™s at 1 Erickson Drive in the Industrial Park. No commercial users permitted.

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Manyluk’s The Farm With The Good Food participated in Open Farm Days by Stuart Fullarton Sylvan Lake News

Alberta residents became much better acquainted with farmers over the weekend, during the province’s first Open Farm Days Aug. 24 and 25. On Saturday, “farm-to-table” culinary activities were held at farms throughout the province. Then over 40 farms welcomed curious visitors

to explore their operations on Sunday. The event was held to bring farmers together with the people who enjoy their products, and farmer Susan Manyluk is in favour of it being held again next year. “This whole concept is, I think, excellent,” said Manyluk, who owns The Farm With The Good Food on Range Road 282 east of Sylvan Lake. “They haven’t had it before, but this MacGregor Manyluk helped show people around his family’s farm east of Sylvan Lake Sunday.

Ducks enjoyed the sunshine during Alberta Open Farm Days at The Farm With The Good Food Sunday.

Elliesana and Sophia Ingenhaag enjoyed being outside for Open Farm Days on Sunday.

is what we need to do.” Manyluk’s farm was one of the host farms people were able to visit and explore free of charge. She admitted she didn’t receive as many visitors as she would have liked, but felt the lack of community participation was justified, given that the program is still in its first year. “It’s the first Open Farm Days, and I think it has potential,” she said, adding that it will likely be “a couple of years” before the program fully takes off. “I suspect that’s what it’s going to take before people really get it.” Manyluk first learned of Alberta Open Farm Days during a tourism conference in Camrose, and was eager to get on board to help raise awareness of her own farming operation, as well as others like it. New highway signs have helped advertise her

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farm, but Manyluk feels that the program, should it continue and grow, will raise more awareness among people who may otherwise not consider visiting farms. “They’re what I call small adventures,” she said. “It’s lovely to climb on a plane and go somewhere exciting, but we often can’t do that. We don’t have the time, or the money, or even the inclination, for that matter, and there is so much in Central Alberta and Alberta in general.” Visitors to The Farm With The Good Food were able to take in all the sights and sounds of a traditional mixed farm, said Manyluk, who has farmed on the property since 1977. They were also able to visit Holmehus Antiques, an antique store owned and operated by Manyluk on the farm, and find out how the farm came to be referred to as The Farm With The Good Food. The farm, while not organic, is “about as natural as you can get”, according to Manyluk. Its products, like other farms in the area have attracted interest from consumers beyond Central Alberta. “The whole point is, if you know your farmer, why wouldn’t you shop there?,” she said, referring to nearby Sylvan Star Cheese as an example. “What they do, they do really well.” Manyluk said she intends to contact other participants in Alberta Open Farm Days to find out how the event went for them. She also plans on participating again should the program continue. “I see really good potential in this,” she said. “They’ll learn from the things that maybe could have worked better.” Dr. Richard Starke, Minister of Tourism, Parks and Recreation noted the potential economic implications of Alberta Open Farm Days, in a media release. “Tourism in Alberta’s rural communities contributes more than $1.5 billion to our economy each year, and Open Farm Days is a positive step towards seeing that figure grow,” he said. “Whether you’re from around the corner or around the world, Alberta offers the authentic, hands-on experiences that visitors are looking for.”

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Concluding a Western Canada album release tour at Sylvan Lake was the Jessica Stuart Three of Toronto who played at Fireside Restaurant and Lounge. Stuart performed several tunes on a 13 stringed Koto, a traditional Japanese floor harp.

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Amidst an always intriguing background on the patio of Pete’s At The Beach, the Alex Goodman Trio of New York City performed. STEVE DILLS PHOTOS

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Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. 4:00 pm Services Last Sunday of each month. Pastor Fred Albert 403-391-8773 lutheranchurchsylvan@hotmail.com “Experience the unconditional love of God in Jesus Christ.” (John 3:16) SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:45 a.m.

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Mass Times Parish Priest: Saturday Evening: Email: ourloa@telus.net Sylvan Lake 5:00 p.m. Sunday Morning: 5033-47a Avenue Sylvan Lake 11:00 a.m. (Last Sunday of each Administration Office: month 9:00 a.m.) Sylvan Lake 403-887-2398 Rimbey 9:00 a.m. Rimbey 403-843-2126 Weekday mass Emergency Cell: 403-963-0954 Wednesdays and Fridays 9:00am

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Three youths detained for questioning in fire at library a blood alcohol level over .08. Saturday, August 17th 2:21 a.m. – A patrol in the 12:31 a.m. – A 24-year-old RCMP Eckville area resulted in impaired Sylvan Lake male is facing charges Notes driving charges being laid against a in relation to an impaired driving Special to Sylvan Lake News 36-year-old Red Deer male. RCMP offence on 47th Avenue in Sylvan conducted a traffic stop on 53rd Lake. The man was observed travelStreet at 54th Avenue in Eckville ling westbound on 47th Avenue from Highway 20 accelerating to 100 km/hour in a and found the male to be grossly impaired. His 40 km/hour zone. The driver was stopped and vehicle was towed at the scene and the male is facalcohol was detected on his breath. He was given a ing charges of impaired driving and having a blood breathalyzer and failed resulting in an impaired alcohol level over .08. 3:25 a.m. – A 28-year-old Sylvan Lake male is driving charge and operating a motor vehicle with

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facing numerous charges in connection with a police operation early Saturday morning. RCMP members were pursuing a vehicle containing two males believed to be involved in a recent break and enter in Caroline as well as ATM thefts and liquor store robberies in the Central Alberta rural area. The pursuit was initiated in Innisfail and ended in Sylvan Lake on Herder Drive at Harrison Road where the vehicle was stopped by a spike belt. The two male occupants fled on foot whereby RCMP conducted containment in the area. One male was detained by police after he was observed running near a fence in the area. During questioning, the male fled from officers and was subsequently tasered and arrested. He was found not to be one of the parties involved in the pursuit, however, he was found to be under house arrest. He is now charged with obstructing a peace officer, assault to resist arrest and escaping lawful custody. A charge of breaching his Conditional Sentence Order will also be laid. 3:40 a.m. – RCMP attended a residence on 43rd Street in Sylvan Lake to attend to an intoxicated 20-yearold female. The homeowner contacted police after the female advised her that she was being followed by a group of males. The young woman was allowed inside the home for her safety until RCMP arrived. The female from St. Paul, who was visiting Jarvis Bay campground, was subsequently placed in the care of a friend. Tuesday, August 20th 1:43 a.m. – RCMP dispatch received a call from a taxi driver regarding a suspicious fire on 50th Avenue at

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44th Street in Sylvan Lake. A garbage can was set ablaze in a back alley at that location. The taxi driver poured water on the fire but fire crews were required to completely extinguish the blaze. The fire is currently under investigation. Wednesday, August 21st 3:35 a.m. – Another fire was reported at the Sylvan Lake Library located at 4715 50th Avenue. A resident on Northstar Drive called dispatch advising that the fire appeared to be located in the drop box for the newspapers located near the main doors. Smoke was seen coming from the box and three youths were observed fleeing the area heading toward the railway tracks. Three youths, aged 13 and 14, were detained for questioning but so far no official charges have been laid. Anyone with information on these fires is asked to contact Sylvan Lake RCMP. Thursday, August 22nd 8:30 p.m. – Two 16-year-old females are charged with several offences in relation to a vehicle and residential break-in on Lakeshore Drive in Sylvan Lake. A female homeowner advised that her dog was barking at the back door of their house and she went to check when she observed two females going through their truck. She advised her husband who chased after them and brought them back to the residence where police arrived and arrested the pair. Upon questioning, the females also admitted to breaking into a cabin two doors down the street. They are facing charges of breaking, entering and committing, possession of property obtained by crime less than $5,000 and mischief under $5,000.

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A habitual offender who’s wanted for violating parole conditions may be in the Sylvan Lake area. Hinton RCMP Cst. Michael Kublkanski issued a news release last Wednesday stating they’re looking for 47 year old Clayton William Gosney. “Gosney is unlawfully at large and wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for violating conditions of his parole. Gosney is a habitual offender who received a 31 month jail sentence in 2011 for numerous charges including stolen property, resist arrest and drug offences,” according to the release. Gosney was most recently seen in the Hinton area but is also known to frequent the Sylvan Lake, Lacombe and Edmonton areas. RCMP reminded the public to take no action to apprehend this subject themselves. Report any information to the nearest RCMP detachment or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Inspiring stories teach Spencer how fortunate she is to have strong, healthy body by Coreen Spencer Special to Sylvan Lake News

The message I sent

to friends on Facebook and my Twitter feed: “Mission Accomplished!” They all knew what

that message meant. I’d only been talking, texting, posting and tweeting about the Alberta Ride to Conquer Cancer

Inspired by courage and dedication, Grant will continue doing part by Julie Grant Special to Sylvan Lake News

The 2013 Ride to Conquer Cancer is a weekend I will never forget. I was more determined than ever this year to cross that finish line, after the disappointment of not finishing in 2012 due to technical problems with my bike. Following a short training season and a change in dates due to Southern Alberta’s flooding, we were finally at the start line. It was a honour to be standing not only with my riding partner, Coreen Spencer, but also with the rest of my team “Karla’s Krew” which includes myself and four of my cousins, one being Karla Foisy who is recently in remission from breast cancer — as well as 1,600 other riders. The start of the ride is very emotional. It includes a minute of silence while a bike is walked up through the crowd honouring all of those who have lost their battle with cancer, the “silent rider”. I couldn’t help this year but be especially saddened by this gesture, as I had lost my father to brain cancer 20 years ago and this year at the ride my five month old daughter was with me. Through

tears, I told her that the bike was for grandpa, that we are doing this for grandpa. And so the journey began. Day one to sum up was 120 kms. in hot, hot sun, many hills, one fall off my bike (which equalled one good bruise), a very sore butt and pure mental, physical and emotional exhaustion. A good night sleep got us ready for day two which included 110 kms, the most intense hills I have ever seen, hot, hot sun, no wipe outs but one huge sense of accomplishment as I finally crossed the finish line. My family was there to see my complete this feat and I felt like a rock star. To have been part of a cycling event that raised $7.6 million for cancer research was amazing. To ride among cancer survivors and fighters was a honour. The stories that I got to hear from other participants will stay with me forever. These strangers have changed my life and I am inspired by the courage and dedication of everyone involved in the weekend to continue to do my part to help fund cancer research. While I draw an immeasurable amount of strength from my father, I truly believe in my heart, for my daughter’s sake, that we

will find a cure in my lifetime. Coreen and I are both so thankful for the support we received from our friends, family, the community of Sylvan Lake and the businesses who sponsored and supported our Ride of Your Life event in February and donated so many great door prizes. Every dollar raised goes directly to Alberta Cancer Foundation and is put to work immediately. Thank you Sylvan Lake for helping in the fight against cancer.

for the past eight months. Julie Grant and I had also done a big fundraiser for it in February. Ride weekend had finally happened. The original date was June 23 & 23, just as flood waters were devastating everything to the south of us. All the communities we were to ride through were under water. A day and a half before the ride, the decision was made to postpone it — indefinitely. While it was very disappointing for us to put the brakes on when we were so ready to ride, we felt absolutely heartbroken for the people in the areas affected. But within a week

Coreen Spencer held her bike aloft as she celebrated completion of her third Ride to Conquer Cancer. SUBMITTED PHOTOS

The Ride office sent out a notice that the event was rescheduled for August 10 & 11. I was anxious about this because I would not be able to train at all for almost the entire month of July due to commitments that took me far away from anywhere I could ride my road bike. Continued on Page 13

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Inspiring stories teach Spencer . . . Continued from Page 11 stress that this ride is something anyone unteer positions for people wanting to be I went out for a celebratory lunch a couBut as soon as I arrived back in Sylvan Lake, I can take on. It is to raise funds and to involved in some way. ple days after the ride. We shared stories put on my gear and hit the roads to remind my honour those we have lost, as well as This year I visited with a two time and our experiences. We also contembody and mind what was in store. Thankfully, it those who are fighting. We also hope that cancer survivor — riding even while still didn’t take long to remember. by doing all we are doing now, our chil- going through radiation treatments. Also plated registering for the 2014 Ride. I The Friday before the ride, husband David and dren and their children will never have to a young lady who just finished her treat- made the comment, “If I ever get cancer, I headed to Calgary for meetings as he had com- deal with cancer. ments for breast cancer, and her husband I hope somebody would ride for me”. mitted to being Gear Captain for the third year There is every fitness level on this ride who was riding his first ride for her. Their Julie, without skipping a beat, said, “I and organizing needed to happen before Saturday (and just about every type of bike you can gratitude for all the cancer centres and morning. This crew loads all of the riders’ gear imagine), from elite, to casual, to riders staff, as well as all the people who take would ride for you”. and camp gear, transports it to camp, unloads it, like Julie & I who are active, but know part in the fundraisers, is evident. They Spencer and Grant raised $8,100 for then does the same the following day back at the this ride will challenge us. Some might have such a positive and new outlook on this year’s Ride to Conquer Cancer. finish line. need to walk their bike up a hill, or take a life. It’s inspiring and teaches me how If this ride sounds like something you Saturday saw us back at the starting venue sweep vehicle to the next pit stop. It is fortunate I am to have a strong healthy before sunrise. David loading and organizing gear really about each individual doing the body to be able to do these things to help might like to take part in, or volunteer trucks. Me, just taking in the grounds, visiting best they can along with raising funds others. with, check out www.conquercancer.ca or with fellow riders, having breakfast and mentally and awareness. There are also lots of volJulie, her mom, her daughter Elle, and contact Julie Grant or Coreen Spencer. preparing for the ride ahead. After listening to opening ceremonies and being inspired by stories from cancer survivors who were also riding, we were off for the first day. We rode 120 km. through Bragg Creek, Millarville, Priddis, Black Diamond and into Okotoks to camp for the night. It is awesome to arrive to fanfare at camp after a tiring day of hills, hot sun Shingles is caused by the reactivation of the roughly 30% in the general population. and wind, followed by varicella-zoster virus (VZV), a type of herpes Zostavax, a shingles vaccine, is available and some yoga and a showvirus that causes chickenpox. Shingles is an recommended in patients 50 years and older er! Supper and tent extremely painful condition characterized by to decrease the occurrence of shingles and open sores and rash that occur on one side of time came early even PHN. the body. 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Sylvan Lake RCMP are looking for people involved in damage and mischief at Four Seasons Park, last Wednesday night or Thursday morning. Cst. Sandra Noble reported the gate had been lifted off its hinges and a shed door damaged. Items from the area were scattered throughout the skate park and the playground “causing a great amount of clean-up work” for town employees. If you have any information about this, please contact Sylvan Lake RCMP detachment at 403-887-3333.

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Survey to gauge residents’ further education interests by Stuart Fullarton Sylvan Lake News

Sylvan Lake residents are being asked to provide input on continuing education courses they’d like to see offered in town. Through a survey being circulated by Sylvan Lake and Area Community Partners Association, on behalf of Henday Association for Lifelong Learning, they may indicate which courses, if offered locally, would interest them. “The Henday Association wants to bring more continuing education courses into the Sylvan Lake area so that people won’t have to travel to Red Deer to get these courses,” said Jennifer Lemega of Sylvan Lake

Community Partners. “It’s a totally anonymous survey, it doesn’t ask your name or anything like that.” The survey is available in two different formats — one for community residents, and one for employers. Questions on the resident survey seek find out respondents’ education level, whether they are currently employed or enrolled in an education program, educational goals and desired programs. “It’s what type of courses the residents themselves want to see brought into Sylvan Lake to further their job opportunities,” said Lemega. Respondents may indicate their desire to see courses

offered in business administration, health services, hotel and tourism management and graphic design, among other areas. On the employer survey, questions revolve around employee training and education, anticipated employee turnover, and staff hiring requirements. Both surveys are in multiple choice format, and are available online and in print. Lemega said Community Partners won’t necessarily be involved with the outcome of the surveys. Instead, the organization is simply facilitating them for Henday Association, which is based in Innisfail. “Because they don’t have the

manpower to get out there, and since we’re here, they asked us to hand out the surveys for them.” Both surveys may be accessed at www.campusalbertacentral.com by clicking the ‘what we do’ tab. The surveys may also be filled out and submitted in person at the Community Partners office, Sylvan Lake town hall, tourist information booth and community centre. The surveys aren’t aimed at one particular demographic, according

to Lemega, and may be completed by people of all ages and at various stages of their careers and educational pursuits. “Everybody should have a word in what educational courses are available here,” she said. “It would be so good if people could take these here.” For further information contact Community Partners at 403-8879989. Deadline for completing the survey is the end of August.

Collision claimed life of well known resident by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News

A two vehicle collision last Wednesday night resulted in the death of motorcycle driver Craig Seifert of Sylvan Lake. The collision occurred at the intersection of Highway 781 and Highway 592 south of Sylvan Lake about 11:10 p.m and involved a 2006 Dodge Caravan and the motorcycle. At press time yesterday (Wednesday) morning, Innisfail RCMP Cpl. Jeff Hildebrandt reported investigation of the crash is almost complete and they expect to release new information in the near future. Emergency medical personnel, along with police officers from both Sylvan Lake RCMP detachment and Innisfail Integrated Traffic Services attended the scene. The 17-year-old female driver of the minivan, from Penhold, was transported to hospital with non-life threatening

injuries. Seifert died at the scene. At the time of the collision the weather was clear and traffic was light, said an RCMP news release from Cst. Miles Hayden. “Early indication is that neither speed or alcohol were a factor in the collision.” Seifert was well known in Sylvan Lake and Facebook messages were posted last week mourning his loss on both the Shake The Lake page and that of Sylvan Lake Football. The “Shake The Lake Volunteer Army” wrote, “it is with the deepest regret and the heaviest of hearts that we address the passing of our dear friend. Craig Seifert was a co-founder of Shake The Lake, bass player in the band Slack Jaw, avid motorcycle rider, minor football coach, and way more, all in addition to being a loving husband to his wife and an awesome father to his three kids. Craig was instrumental in co-founding Shake The Lake in 2008 and helped to set the vision for the festival’s future.”

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- This photo, provided to Sylvan Lake & District Archives by Ran White, shows his mother, Alpha Parke, and a friend sitting on the sandy beach with the boathouse in the background, circa 1920s. This is one of a series of historic photos we’ll publish during Sylvan Lake’s 100th anniversary. If you’ve got a photo you’d like us to print, please contact editor Steve Dills at 403-887-2331 or email it to editor@sylvanlakenews.com along with as much information as you can provide. Photo courtesy Sylvan Lake & District Archives Society

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MEGlobal ups contribution to Ellis Bird Farm by Brian Vossen Lacombe Express

MEGlobal has helped to make the vision of Ellis Bird Farm a reality. The company announced it would be doubling its initial $225,000 pledge to $450,000 for construction of a new visitors’ centre, during a ceremony at Ellis Bird Farm (EBF) Aug. 11.

Rocco Schurink, vice-president of operations at MEGlobal, said that, as EBF’s chief supporter, MEGlobal felt they had some responsibility to help make the new visitor centre a reality. “Part of being a responsible care company is actually to return value to the Ellis Bird Farm community,” said Schurink. He added the farm was the first initiative MEGlobal supported when it started at the Prentiss site and so it holds a special

significance. “It is very important for us to continue to support the bird farm and strengthen its future as well,” said Schurink. In addition, he said it is clear, just by looking, that Ellis Bird Farm is an important facility to keep around. From the hard work and passion that the board, EBF team and everyone else involved with Ellis Bird Farm puts into the place, it is obvious that it is a worthwhile initiative to invest in, he stated. - Jim Lande, site leader for ME Global at the Prentiss Schurink added there is clearly a need for it as site, displayed a cheque for $450,000 as Myrna Pearman, site services manager 12,000 visitors take advan- at Ellis Bird Farm, expressed her gratitude to Rocco Schurink. BRIAN VOSSEN tage of Ellis Bird Farm’s displays, programming and information each year. There is a need for nature personally would like to see the project, or at least those conservancies such as this in Central Alberta. steps of it, completed by next April. Ken Wigmore, chair of Ellis Bird Farm board, said The centre will house more washrooms, offices, a that with a few other smaller donations, they now have staff room, a gift store and enough room to seat 100 the full amount needed to begin the project. He added people, said Wigmore. that MEGlobal has helped Ellis Bird Farm move closer All these facilities are needed to improve Ellis Bird to a goal that was set a long time ago, before he even got Farm’s utilization as it is lacking any kind of indoor involved with the board three years ago. facilities making it difficult to operate on rainy days or “We have been working with this for quite a length during other inclement weather. of time,” said Wigmore. Now that finances are in place, “We want the place busy.” there is a long road and a lot of work still ahead for Ellis Wigmore added that he hopes this project will lead Bird Farm to construct the visitor information centre it to further expansion of Ellis Bird Farm, something he has been working towards for such a long time. personally supports. Initial drawings of the centre were graciously donatSchurink agreed. ed by George Berry of Berry Architecture & Associates. “I think this is an essential step for the future of Ellis The next steps are to get blueprints drawn up, find con- Bird Farm to attract even more people to this beautiful tractors and get shovels in the ground. Wigmore said he site.”

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Parker earned gold in final race at Canada Summer Games by Stuart Fullarton Sylvan Lake News

Sylvan Lake swimmer Marshal Parker came home from the 2013 Canada Summer Games in Sherbrooke, Quebec earlier this month with a much heavier suitcase than when he left. He brought home silver medals in 4x200 free relay, 4x100 free relay and 4x50 free relay, before earning gold in 4x50 medley relay.

After coming second three times, winning gold was a huge relief, he said. The feat, he feels, was the highlight of the competition for him. “It was my last race to get it, and everything just went perfect,” said the 17-year-old, who swims with Catalina Swim Club in Red Deer. “I already had three silver, and I was getting a little angry.” Parker arrived in Montreal two weeks prior to the start of the games and took part in other competitions in the area. Although he admitted he didn’t do “as great as I would have wanted”, those competitions, he feels,

Miller and Pole enjoyed doubles success at summer games by Stuart Fullarton Sylvan Lake News

Tennis doubles partners Ken Miller and Tony Pole didn’t need to know each other very well to achieve success at the 2013 Alberta 55 Plus Summer Games in Westlock and Barrhead July 25 to 28. Miller, of Sylvan Lake, and Pole, of Red Deer, earned a silver medal in men’s doubles, despite having never played with each other before the start of the tournament. “We just sort of met by chance, and we were both looking for a partner to go into these games,” said Miller. “So we sort of fell on each other, and we played well together.” Miller and Pole, although they come from very different tennis backgrounds — Pole has played the sport for more than 40 years, Miller for five — didn’t take long to get to get to know each other’s playing style. A loss in zone finals to Innisfail, however, meant their hopes of playing in the summer games looked as though they would go unrealized.

It was then that they received notice of a vacancy for Zone 6 and were asked if they still wanted to compete at the games. “They asked us if we wanted to go and we said yes,” said Miller. “Because they had space for another team from Edmonton, they were able to get us in.” At the tournament, Miller and Pole defeated the Innisfail team that they lost to at zone finals. That team was one of several the pair faced over the course of the competition. “We played quite a few games of tennis,” said Miller. “There was some really good competition, and it was just fun to get out and play that much tennis with people that you haven’t played with.” Miller had good things to say about the tournament and the towns in which it was hosted. “It was extremely well organized,” he said. There was a lot of administrative, logistical things that go into making these things happen, and a lot of volunteers. “They had a really good showing for that.” Miller assured that he and Pole, thanks to their summer games success, will definitely team up on the court again in the future.

helped him prepare for the summer games. His recent training schedule, which saw him swim in Red Deer nine times a week, also contributed to his success. “I’ve been just pretty much working my heart out and it’s really nice when everybody pushes you in practice,” he said. “I couldn’t do it without all of my coaching and my parents.” Despite the competitive nature of the summer games, Parker said he had “lots of fun” participating. After swimming competitively for

about seven years, he’s now ready to take the next step in his career, and will soon relocate to Vancouver, where he will train with elite swimmers. He described the move as being both exciting and nerve-wracking. “I’m a little nervous, but it should be pretty fun,” he said. The prospect of continuing his participation in the sport he loves is what he is looking forward to most. “I just like the atmosphere,” he said. “Everybody around is just really supportive and it just makes you feel really good.”

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Twelve-year-old Elizabeth Moore of Sylvan Lake Nauticals, along with coaches Sharon and Trevor Burns attended the

Canadian Age Group Championships (national swim meet) July 24-27th in Montreal, Quebec. For Elizabeth this was her first national level swim meet and Trevor and Sharon’s first national level meet as coaches. What a great experience for all three of them along with the Moore fam-

Elizabeth Moore swimming in the 50m butterfly finals. ily. Elizabeth joined the Nautical swim club when she was seven years old and had Sharon as her coach for two years. Sharon taught her the fundamentals of swimming and introduced her to competition. She moved up through the levels and now has trained under Coach Trevor for the past three year finetuning her strokes and getting in peak condition. With her determination and the coaching of Trevor and Sharon she is now a national level swimmer. Elizabeth has qualified for provincials the past three years and qualified this year for the 2013-2014 Western swim meet in New Westminster, B.C. next March. She

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has also qualified already for 2014 Nationals in Winnipeg, Manitoba next summer. This was the first time that athletes were required to qualify in a minimum of three events in order to attend the National meet. Elizabeth qualified in seven events, making her one of the top qualifiers in Alberta. She competed in six of the seven events. It was a long meet with great competition and a vast array of weather conditions as an outdoor pool was used for the competition. Swimmers had to deal with cool and windy temperatures to sunny and 30 degrees to pouring rain. Elizabeth swam the 50m, 100m, 200m breaststroke, 50m and 100m butterfly and 400m individual medley events. She made it into the top 10 finals for the 50m and 100m breaststroke and the 50m butterfly. They were exciting races as the swimmers raced for the finish line with very little distance between first and last place. Elizabeth is now ranked in the top 10 in Canada in 200 and 100m breaststroke and 50m butterfly. Coach Trevor has watched Elizabeth with her teammates as she now mentors other swimmers and is continually encouraging them to do the best they can in both practice and competition. He said that he was very proud of her accomplishments, proud to be with her at Nationals and is looking forward to the next season. Both he and Elizabeth hope to have company in Winnipeg next year. Over all, this has been an outstanding season for our small Sylvan Lake swim club. Throughout last year’s season we had lots of firsts. Chase Murdoch qualified for 2012-2013 Western’s in Saskatoon. Chase Murdoch, Amber Carson and Elizabeth Moore all qualify for 2013-2014 Western’s in New Westminster, B.C. and as previously mentioned Elizabeth has qualified for the 2014 summer Age Group Championships (Nationals) in Winnipeg, Manitoba. We also had five of our up and coming swimmers make it to provincial trials this season for the first time. While at trials Emily Girard and Michael Carson qualified for provincials for their first time. Good luck to all of our swimmers in the 2013-2014 season.

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SIEFERT Craig January 23, 1973 - August 21, 2013 Craig Seifert was born in Northern Ireland the youngest of four children on January 23, 1973 to Stan and Rachel Seifert. The family immigrated to Abbotsford, BC in August of 1974. It was here that he received his education and graduated from MEI in 1991 and married his high school sweetheart Shawna in 1992. Craig began his career in the lower mainland of BC working as a carpenter for Mierau Construction. In June 1996 Craig moved his family to Sylvan Lake, AB to start his own construction company. He was energetic and not afraid to try something new so he went to work as a Sales Rep for Home Hardware and later Woodland Supply. He currently was employed by United Oilfield as a Service Technician Field Hand. Craig was predeceased by two brothers Karl and Garry and father Stan. He leaves to mourn his loving wife of 21 years Shawna; three children Kayla, Nolan and Amy; mother Rachel; sister Ingrid (Dave Nickel); nephew Jonathan (Karleigh) Nickel; niece Ashley (Dana) Mann and baby Hamish Mann; along with his extended family and countless friends. A Celebration of Craig’s life will be held at the Alliance Community Church, Sylvan Lake, AB on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 At 2:00 P.M. Cremation entrusted to the Rocky Mountain Crematorium. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made in Craig’s name to a Trust Fund that has been set up at the Servus Credit Union “Seifert Family Trust Fund” Acct # 58558594. Condolences may be forwarded it to www.sylvanlakefuneralhome.ca SYLVAN LAKE AND ROCKY FUNERAL HOMES AND CREMATORIUM your Golden Rule Funeral Homes, entrusted with the arrangements 403-887-2151

ILCISIN, Nick 1924 - 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing o f o u r h u s b a n d , f a t h e r, grandfather and great grandfather. Nick passed away peacefully with his family by his side on August 23, 2013 at the Red Deer Regional Hospital. Nick was born on August 19, 1924 in Legnava, Czechoslovakia. He immigrated to Canada in 1948 and in 1956 married Joyce Cody. They lived in Red Deer for 5 years where he worked as a carpenter. They moved to Sylvan Lake where they farmed until June of this year when they moved into Red Deer. His love of the farm and his cattle kept him working hard right up to the end. He is survived by Joyce, his wife of 57 years; three daughters, Marilyn and Joe Reiswig, Marion and Ray Miller, Helen and Dean Hughes; one son, Mike and Jayne Ilcisin. He is also survived by ten grandchildren and 9 3/4 great grandchildren. Nick left his family and friends with many wonderful memories. A mass celebrating a long life well lived will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Saturday, August 31, at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to “Ronald MacDonald House”, 5002 39 St. Red Deer, Alberta T4N 2P2

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403-887-6661

Well Drilling

1400

Auctions

1530

AUCTION SALE. Dispersal for Double B Logging. Saturday, September 7, 2013, 10 a.m., Whitecourt, Alberta. Check website for listings: www.rainbowauctions.ca. Sale conducted by: Rainbow Liquidators and Auctions, Stony Plain, Alberta, 780-968-1000 MEIER GUN AUCTION. Saturday, August 31, 11 a.m., 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Over 150 guns - Handguns, rifles, shotguns, wildlife mounts, hunting and fishing equipment. To consign 780-440-1860

Well Drilling

1400

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View our 29 patented and patent pending inventions online at

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is currently seeking Misc. for Sale

1760

WHAT ARE THEY GOOD FOR? ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING.

OilďŹ eld Safety CertiďŹ cates required.

Please apply with resume to:

Midwest Propane Rimbey, AB. Call: 403 843-8430, Fax: 403 843-8460 or by email to: ken@midwestpropane.ca

1530

BANKRUPTCY AUCTION. Swarm Enterprises Printing & Embroidery Shop. High volume copying, large format printing & laminating. Thursday, September 5, 81 Ave. - 45 Street, Edmonton, Alberta. Foothills Equipment Liquidation, 780-922-6090; www.foothillsauctions.com. Bidspotter online bidding & live. COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION 6TH Annual Red Deer Fall Finale. September 20 - 21, Westerner Park. Last year sold 77%. Only 100 spaces available. Consign today. 403-396-0304. Toll free 1-888-296-0528 ext. 102; www.egauctions.com. MEIER-2 DAY Classic Car & Truck Auction. Saturday & Sunday, September 21 & 22, 11 a.m. both days. 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Consign today, call 780-440-1860. SUNTAIRA GROWERS INC. Greenhouse Auction, Trochu, Alberta. Sat., September 7, 10 a.m. 11 greenhouses, equipment & supplies, 2010 Case 430 skid steer, 2011 T/A 18â€™ trailer, White 1370 tractor, acreage & lawn equipment, vehicles, grain bin, coal boilers, shop tools & more. See montgomeryauctions.com or call 1-800-371-6963

Building Supplies

1550

METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Very competitive prices! Largest colour selection in Western Canada. Available at over 25 Alberta Distribution Locations. 40 Year Warranty. Call 1-888-263-8254 STEEL BUILDING - Sizzling Summer Savings Event! 20x22 $4,188. 25x24 $4,598. 30x36 $6,876. 32x44 $8,700. 40x52 $12,990. 47x70 $17,100. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed Call 1-800-457-2206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Firewood

1660

LOGS

Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346

To operate in central Alberta. Class 3 Drivers license andÂ all relevant

Auctions

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MIDWEST PROPANE

GasďŹ tter

1260

12345 Customizable and secure. From storage to workspace. Steel containers from 8' to 53'. 20' & 40' skids with optional 4' landings available. Mount with twist locks.

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Misc. for Sale

1760

BLACK DRESSER SET, 3 piece. $200. Excellent condition. KING SIZE BED, Well maintained, clean, N/S home, incl. bed skirt, feather top mattress cover & quilt. $500. COUCH & CHAIR, burgundy, leather look, great condition w/little wear, $300. TEMPO Fitness 621T treadmill, exc. condition, $400. 403-872-2411

3060

Suites

Agricultural #2000 - #2290 Grain, Feed Hay

BACHELOR SUITES FOR RENT ranging $550-$650 $300 d.d. All rooms above Hazzard County Bar & Grill. Call 403-887-5235 ask for Char

2190

HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. â€œOn Farm Pickupâ€? Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252

Real Estate #4000 - #4190 Houses For Sale

4020

For Rent #3000 - #3200 Drive a little save a lot

Acreages/ Farms

3010

FAMILY ACREAGE!

BEAUTIFUL country setup. Rambling 5 bedroom - 2.5 baths. 5 appliances. Garden area. Very Close to Sylvan Lake. Excellent space to settle your family. Call to view. Hearthstone 403-314-0099 Or 403-358-0802

Houses/ Duplexes

3020

FOX RUN HOUSE

Large 3 bedroom bi-level home. Deck off kitchen area facing yard. Full unfinished bsmnt. $1695 + Utilities. Huge DOUBLE GARAGE! Avail Sept 1. Sorry No Pets - No Smoking. Hearthstone 403-314-0099 Or 403-358-0802 RIMBEY, 4 bdrm. 1/2 duplex 2 bath, big living rm., lrg. kitchen, lots of storage, family rm., cold rm., deck, big yard, close to schools & shopping. Avail. Oct. 1st or earlier. $1000 rent/d.d. + utils. 403-843-3684

Brand new Laebon home in Sylvan Lake. Many stunning features, 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 1,342 sq.ft. $363,300 Call Jennifer 403.392.6841

Live in Beacon Hill...

Open concept floor plan, stainless steel appliances, 2 bdrms, 2 baths all for under $300,000. Call Jennifer 403.392.6841

Modern New Laebon Home 2 bdrms, 2 baths, stainless steel appliances, open concept floor plan. Call Chris 403.392.7118 RIMBEY,

WESTWOOD COURT! INVESTMENT PROPERTY, Great 2 bedroom duplex in quiet neighborhood! Single GARAGE. Full Unfinished bsmnt. 5 Appliances. Deck in back yard facing park. Sorry No Pets - No Smoking. Avail NOW! Hearthstone 403-314-0099 Or 403-358-0802

Condos/ Townhouses

3030

2 BEDROOM + DEN $1400 & 2 BEDROOM, $1325. + Gas & Elecrtic. Avail. Sept. 1. RENTED

LAKEWAY LANDING

Large 3 bedroom 1.5 bath townhouse. Deck in back yard - Off-street parking. Full unfinished bsmnt. Near parks & schools. Avail Sept 1. Sorry No Pets - No Smoking Hearthstone 403-314-0099 Or 403-358-0802

4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes

Full duplex. 4 bdrm., 2 bath, each side. Decks & more. On large lot in residential area. Close to schools & shopping. Has been renovated. Asking $325,000 obo. 403-843-3684 No Agents Please.

3050

LARGE 3 Bedroom UPPER Unit

Family oriented 4 plex. Includes Washer/Dryer. Large shared yard, close to schools & park. Avail NOW. Sorry No Pets - No Smoking. Hearthstone 403-314-0099 Or 403-358-0802

WOW. Brand New Home in Timberstone with many stunning features. Open concept, tray ceilings, 3 bdrm, 2 baths $426,100. Call Chris 403-392-7118

Farms/ Land

4070

LAND FOR SALE

- Central AB. 1 km off Hwy 12. SW21-40-23-W4. Natural subdivision, creek, oil revenue. Call 403-747-2168

LAND FOR SALE - Central AB. Power & well. SE24-40-24-W4. Oil revenue. 1 km off Hwy 12. Call 403-747-2168

SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013

Suites

3060

4090

Cottages/Resort Property

AWESOME NEW SRI PLAN! 3 bedroom/2 bath. Huge utility room/bedrooms. Lots of options. 20’ X 76’! Omg only introductory pricing = $121,900. (delivered 100 miles). Call now! 1-877-341-4422; www.dynamicmodular.ca

ELINOR LAKE RESORT. 2.5 hours NE of Edmonton. Fully serviced lake lots for sale. Suitable for cabin/ house, RV or investment. Unserviced lots available for lease. 1-877-623-3990; www.elinorlakeresort.com.

FACTORY DIRECT Wholesale CSA certified modular homes. Manufactured/mobile homes and park model homes. We ship throughout western Canada. Visit us online at www.hbmodular.com or 1-877-976-3737

Spacious 2 Bedroom

APARTMENTS

•Heat & Hot water included!

GRANDVIEW MODULAR HOMES now open in Red Deer & Airdrie! Showcasing high-end homes from Grandeur Housing and Palm Harbor Homes. Inquire about opening specials; www.grandviewmodular.com; 1-855-347-0417; 7925B - 50 Ave., Red Deer.

•5 appliances! •On–site management! •Elevator! •Window coverings! •Off street parking!

4130

Manufactured Homes

LOT FOR SALE Large pie lot in Lakeway Landing. West rear exposure, quiet crescent, size allows many plan options. Best lot available on west side of town. Will sell lot or build to suit. 403-505-9982

Mortgages Bought/Sold

403-887-5908

www.woodsmere.ca

THE ROSE PEAK. 2223 sq. ft. Four bedroom with family room and living room. Large country kitchen with island. Starting at $199,900. Delivered.; www.sshomes.ca. 1-877-887-2254

4190

BANK SAID NO? Bank on us! Equity Mortgages for purchases, debt consolidation, foreclosures, renovations. Bruised credit, self-employed, unemployed ok. Dave Fitzpatrick: www.albertalending.ca. 587-437-8437, Belmor Mortgage

HOMES, COTTAGES & More. RTMI - Ready to Move in. Call 1-888-733-1411; rtmihomes.com. Red Tag Sale on now!

59 Hinshaw Dr. SYLVAN LAKE, AB

4160

Lots For Sale

Money To Loan

4430

DO YOU NEED to borrow money - Now? If you own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits will lend you money - It’s that simple. 1-877-486-2161.

Transportation #5000-5300

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REDUCED!!

2006 HONDA CIVIC LX

2 Door, 84,202 km., original owner, great condition. Keyless entry, iPod aux. jack, brand new battery. Asking $10,900. 403-302-1138 (Red Deer)

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 loan and +. No credit refused. Fast, easy, 100% secure. 1-877-776-1660.

AN EXCELLENT CHOICE WHERE YOUR AD REACHES RURAL READERS

Utility Trailers

Investments ......................4410 Money Wanted ................4420 Money to Loan ................4430

WHATEVER YOU’RE SELLING... WE HAVE THE PAPER YOU NEED!

5140

HEAVY duty 4 x 8 box, large wheels, needs some repairs $200 403-748-2114

CALL 1-877-223-3311 CLASSIFIEDS HOT-LINE

Financial #4400 - #4430

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Cars

Auto Wreckers

5190

WRECKING AUTO-TRUCKS. Parts to fit over 500 trucks. Lots of Dodge, GMC, Ford, imports. We ship anywhere. Lots of Dodge, diesel, 4x4 stuff. (Lloydminster). Reply 780-875-0270. North-East Recyclers truck up to 3 tons.

SYLVAN LAKE BUSINESS DIRECTORY Ward Graham Construction BASEMENT DEVELOPMENTS • DECKS FENCES • LANDSCAPING • RENOVATIONS

403-350-1969

x ROOFING x SIDING If you choose us as your contractor we will: • • • •

Listen to your needs and concerns Provide high quality products Show attention to detail Carefully clean up, leaving your yard the way we found it • Provide you with the best warranty in the business We are manufacturer certiﬁed and have over 20 years experience. We work all seasons of the year.

Call Al for a free estimate:

• 30 Ton & 18 Ton Pickers • Bed & Winch Trucks • Rig Matting

403-887-7706

www.primorooﬁng.com

403-588-6470 – SECOR CERTIFIED –

& EXTERIORS

THIS COULD BE YOUR Top Quality Installations BUSINESS CARD Need something layed?

$37.00+GST per week

Based on a 12 week commitment. Does not include the $2.25 per week web surcharge

CALL CATHY OR JOE

403-887-2331

• Affordable Rates

SPECIALIZING IN ALL TYPES OF FLOORING Residential/Commercial

Randy 403-877-4661 Have Kicker ... Will Travel Personal Satisfaction Guaranteed

RVs • Trailers • Boats • Cars • Motorbikes • Quads/ATVs • Snowmobiles • Furniture/ Household Goods

403.843.7705 403 843 7705 www.glstorage.ca Located corner of Hwy 771 and Parkland Beach Road, west side of Gull Lake

GTI SYLVAN LAKE DRY CLEANING SERVICE

Shirts - From $3.50 Pants - From $7.60 Coveralls - From $11.00

Stuart Carde

Proud to oﬀer Safe, Honest & Reliable Service!

SECURE INDOOR & OUTDOOR STORAGE Perfect for:

•Eco Friendly •Drop Off/ Pick Up @ GTI

ONE STOP SHOPPING • GAS • CONVENIENCE

403-887-2333

Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

www.hewlettparklanding.ca

In need of a little retail therapy... Come in & try out our couches! JOIN US FOR OUR

Summer Sensation Sale SUNDAYS | 11 - 4 PM

UNTIL AUG. 31

Open Monday through Friday 9:30 am -6:00 pm Saturdays 10-5

We fill any bottle any size $4.00 5 gal. refill

The Best Water In Town!

Reverse Osmosis and Spring Bottled Water Locally processed and owned

NOT ONLY WATER: • Water Softeners • Iron Filters • Coolers • Reverse Osmosis Systems • Hot Tub Supplies

4-40 Hewlett Park Landing - Sylvan Lake

403-887-0733

www.thelakehousefurniture.ca #1, 160 HEWLETT PARK LANDING •

Hours: Monday - Saturday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm 120 Hewlett Park Landing

403-887-8847

403 - 887- 8857

Save $5.00

Sleemans Selections 12pk Cans

Join us on

Beautiful Fall Clothing & JewelLery Arriving Daily!

Sale

Reg. $24.99

OPEN: 10AM-MIDNIGHT, 7 DAYS A WEEK

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Sale ends Sept. 12th

Prices do not include tax & deposit deposit. No rain checks or substitutions. su No limits. While quantities last. 75 Hewlett Park Landing (Next to No Frills) • 403-887-8433

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24 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013 5004 45 Street MLS #0019671

22 Ravenscrag Cresc. 560B Moonlight Bay MLS # 0021047 Pigeon Lake MLS # 0008298

#1, 4914-50 Sylvan Lake

$215,000

$749,900

112 Wilkinson Circle

24 Hrs Ph: 403-887-2217 Fax: 403-887-3165 Toll Free: 1-877-373-6296

www.remaxsylvanlake.com

$349,900

5131 47A Ave.

MLS #0017628

MLS #0009467

Robert Popilchak

403-350-8708

$284,900

$159,900

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5 Ramsay Link 7 Rosewood Rise

$459,900

SOLD

CA0011822

19 L Leaside id Cresc.

$538,000 $465,000

CA0018891

Gord Steinbach

gordsteinbach@remax.net 4624 - 48A Avenue Close

403

505-2004

CA0015543

#111, 5823 57 Street Red Deer

0018980

$349,000 $147,000

A Alf Moore Mo

Sandi Hallgren

sandi@palmbay.ca

$147,000

$699,000

CA0015052

114 Jarvis Bay Drive

0021234

47 Falcon Cresc.

403

350-6193 35

403-887-2217

0015043

#9, 96 Holmes St. Red Deer

0016975

"Your Y Trusted Real Estate Advisor"

$239,900

4444-50 St.

3609 50 Ave.

$492,500

CA0017132

$1,499,000 0

CA0015574

www.alfmoore.ca www alf lfmo

PHASE 2 NOW SELLING!

The Perfect Home for Your Family!

New sizes, new prices, call Carl for details!

$329,900

6 HILLMAN WAY

Carl Stepp Caroline Boivin

Hurry before they are all gone! Everybody needs their own space

403-358-9300

403-896-8500

FREE MARKET EVALUATIONS

www.cbrealestate.ca

www.sylvanlakehouseguy.com 5 Lincoln Street

5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Double attached, heated garage. Walking distance to schools. Kitchen with upgraded modern appliances.

THIS WEEKS FEATURE LISTING!

4537 46 Street

Willard Morris

5 Hansen Close

Experience More!

$264,900

$389,900 Spinnakers Coffee Bar

Talk To Lorne!!!

$120,000

Lorne Therriault

403-396-1584

lorne@isellsylvanlake.com

CA0017028

REDUCED!

$284,900

willardm@remax.net

Visit www.willardmorris.com for more info and pics!

403-318-4547