NO SANDWICH SUMMIT
COVERAGE STARTS ON PAGE B1
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford has earned the wrath of The Iron Sheik after failing to break bread with the former wrestling star
PAGE A11
Red Deer Advocate MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2014
www.reddeeradvocate.com
Your trusted local news authority
Speed thrills BUT LONGBOARDING IS NO LONGER A NICHE PURSUIT BY MYLES FISH ADVOCATE STAFF The long and short of longboarding is that it need not be any more dangerous than any other athletic pursuit. But it certainly is faster than a lot of them. Longboards, like skateboards, were likely first created by surfers bummed out on waveless days in mid-20th century America. Whereas its shorter cousin rose to prominence with youth in the 90s and now every reasonably-sized community has a skate park or two, longboarding has long been a much more niche pursuit. That is changing. Longboards have become a preferred method of transportation for masses of youths; many may just use their one-to-1.5 metre long boards to get around town. Others, like Riley Sibbet, take to the hills inside or outside of Red Deer where they can reach the posted speed limits in a hurry.
Please see LONGBOARD on Page A2
Underground economy beats tax strategy
Photo by ASHLI BARRETT/Advocate staff
Ian Wheeliker the executive director of the Central Alberta Women’s Shelter (CAWES) sits in the midst of the Children’s Healing Room at the shelter.
BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — After a three-year effort, the Canada Revenue Agency has failed to produce a new national strategy to combat the underground economy — despite repeated requests to do so from cash-starved provinces. The provinces, especially Ontario and British Columbia, have been pressing the agency since late 2010 to update its strategy for extracting taxes from the underground economy, estimated to be worth more than $35 billion annually. The current guiding document is a decade old, and changes since then — including the advent of cash-register “zapper” technology that conceals sales — have made it increasingly out of date. The agency regularly audits offenders in three most-active underground sectors, that is, construction, retail trade and food services, including tablewaiting staff. In 2011-12, the last year for which statistics are available, the agency carried out almost 11,000 underground-economy audits, finding more than $300 million in unpaid taxes. But internal documents from last October show that an updated strategy for targeting the right businesses and workers, with enough resources and agency-wide co-ordination, has eluded officials. “A number of stakeholders have been consulted, all with varying opinions and suggestions as to what the focus and direction of the strategy should be, such that a strategy has not emerged,” says an Oct. 23 report to the CRA’s senior management.
Please see CRA on Page A2
WEATHER Cloudy, 60% showers. High 7, low 1.
FORECAST ON A2
INDEX Two sections Alberta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A3 Business. . . . . . . . . . . . . C8,C9 Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A5 Classified . . . . . . . . . . .B8-B10 Comics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A10 Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . .A11 Sports. . . . . . . . . .B1-B7,B11
GROUP THERAPY SESSIONS DESIGNED AROUND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HAVE SHOWN SUCCESS This is the third story in a three-part series looking at domestic violence in Red Deer and Central Alberta. BY JOSH ALDRICH ADVOCATE STAFF Domestic violence stains everything it touches with a dark cloud — but there is hope. For the victims and offenders, there are group therapy sessions designed around domestic violence that have shown success. There is also a movement for the healing of this segment of society with a stronger push towards prevention as opposed to just playing catch-up. To accomplish that, the generational cycle of domestic violence has to be stopped. Ian Wheeliker, executive director at the Central Alberta Women’s Emergency Shelter, believes the key battleground in this regard should be elemen-
tary schools. “The elementary schools know the kids and families that are having trouble, they’re already good at engaging families,” he said. “We’ve got to partner up with the elementary schools and develop an effective early intervention and prevention program that gets to families early and interrupts the generational cycle of violence. “The longer that these kids are exposed, the more likely it is they are going to be the next generation.” Red Deer has the highest rates of reported domestic abuse in the province. The vast majority of offenders and — IAN WHEELIKER victims of domestic abuse were victims of domestic abuse or witnessed it as children. According to a 2012 Justice Canada report, family violence costs Canadians $7.4 billion every year, taking into account everything from policing and health care to funerals and lost wages.
‘THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS KNOW THE KIDS AND FAMILIES THAT ARE HAVING TROUBLE, THEY’RE ALREADY GOOD AT ENGAGING FAMILIES.’
Please see DOMESTIC on Page A3
Stories of impaired driving go back decades. Bob Bell has 32 years of front-line policing experience filled with tales of destruction wrought by impaired drivers.
PLEASE
RECYCLE
Story on PAGE A3
Have Your Say WIN $1,000!
Complete the survey for your chance to…
three $1,000 cash prizes!
Scan the QR Code or Enter at www.pulseresearch.com/alberta
A2 RED DEER ADVOCATE Monday, April 28, 2014
Photo by MYLES FISH/Advocate staff
Riley Sibbet longboards down a hill in Balmoral Heights east of Red Deer on Sunday. Local enthusiasts of the burgeoning sport prefer the hills outside of Red Deer for their rides, on which they can reach high speeds.
STORIES FROM PAGE A1
LONGBOARD: Can be dangerous “We wait for a good gap in cars and we usually go about the same speed as them,” said Sibbet, 18, of when he and fellow riders head down the hill near Rotary Recreation Park. Last week, it was a ride down a municipal road in Sylvan Lake that spelled trouble for a group of riders. After hitting some gravel at high speed, two 22 year olds wiped out, with one hitting his head on the pavement. He was not wearing a helmet, and ended up in the intensive care unit at a Calgary hospital. Sylvan Lake RCMP had no update on the man’s condition over the weekend, which was last listed as stable. That accident, said Riley Stoiberg at Allrose Skateboards & Snowboards in Red Deer, has spurred a number of boarders to come into the store over the last week to buy helmets. Sibbet said all the people he rides with wear helmets when boarding, save for perhaps the odd short trip to the store. As it is for motorcyclists, this time of year when melting snow leaves gravel and other detritus on roads can be particularly dangerous. “We just have to be cautious and make sure we look at the hill before we go to it, and if we see gravel to stop,” said Sibbet. Mom Sandra, who has come to love watching the sport, said she realizes it can be a dangerous pursuit, but so can anything. “You still want them to have fun and push the
IN
The report suggests there were too many differing views among provinces and agency officials about exactly what constitutes the underground economy — and warns against bad targeting. “The risk of future non-compliance increases if compliance interventions are targeted at the wrong people or if taxpayers feel they are not treated respectfully,” it says. “The CRA has finite resources and deterrents such as audit are costly. As such, deterrents should be focused on the highest-risk UE (underground economy) participants.”
The document was obtained by The Canadian Press under the Access to Information Act. The failure to update a key guidance document echoes a similar finding by Canada’s auditor general last fall. Michael Ferguson’s Nov. 26 report to Parliament generally lauded the agency’s efforts to recover taxes from people who had hid their money in offshore accounts in Liechtenstein. But he criticized CRA for using an outdated guide that has failed to keep pace with modern banking practices, especially as they relate to hiding taxable funds offshore. “The current audit guide for offshore banking is from 2001 and was developed before the agency received large informant leads such as the (Liechtenstein) one in 2007,” says his report. Ferguson noted the agency was developing a “wiki-type” online page to enable its auditors to share information. A Statistics Canada report commissioned in 2012 estimated that the underground economy has been shrinking somewhat, to 2.3 per cent of GDP in 2009 from 2.9 per cent in 1992. The types of businesses failing to report taxes are also changing, with more emerging in mining, oiland-gas extraction and others. The Canada Revenue Agency, for example, has in recent years targeted the unregulated couriers, paramedics and drivers who work on contract for big resource firms in British Columbia’s remote Peace River region. That two-year probe into tax cheats working in the area’s resource sector uncovered almost $2 million in unpaid taxes, and officers levied another halfmillion dollars in fines and interest. “Zapper” technology, responsible for up to $3.25 billion in unreported sales, has also been a recent focus, with new sanctions recently implemented by Parliament to combat electronic suppression of sales software.
Also Sunday, homes in the north of the city went without power briefly due to a power pole fire.
She says it’s because of combination of debris, pooling water and unstable weather in the region.
No stopping in mudslide-hit area BY THE CANADIAN PRESS
Liquor to flow more freely after B.C. tears down beer garden fences
SALMON ARM, B.C. — A road affected by a mudslide in the Shuswap on Wednesday is now classified as a no-stop zone. Sunnybrae-Canoe Point Road in the McIntyre Creek area is open, but because of safety concerns the public is asked to keep clear if possible. Cathy Semchuk with the Shuswap Emergency Management program says the area is classified as “unstable.”
VANCOUVER — Free-range drinking at B.C. festivals will now be the norm after the provincial government announced it is tearing down beer garden fencing around the province. People at special events can now roam festival grounds while enjoying a cold one as of today. It’s one of many recommended changes being implemented to update the province’s old liquor laws. The government will now also allow the sale of mixed spirits such as gin and tonic at special events.
edge a little bit,” she said. Calum Anderson with the Allrose skate shop said more and more, parents are coming in to get longboards for their kids. Whereas doing tricks on a skateboard is more technically challenging, with longboarding a person can just push around and work one’s way up to hills. A few years ago, the store sold a dozen boards; this year it is ordering in 10 times that many. “It’s like having a bicycle for kids now,” said Anderson. Riding on city roads is illegal in hilly West Vancouver, but most municipalities do not have formal regulations for longboard use. In Red Deer, most sidewalks can be used by boarders, but in some areas they would have to ride on the street. Sibbet will travel to races in B.C. this summer, where speed is the name of the game. There is an international circuit for riders with races on different continents, with Sibbet hoping his talents will one day earn him some stamps in his passport. mfish@reddeeradvocate.com
CRA: Too many views
BRIEF Telus service restored Twelve hundred Telus customers in north Red Deer finally got their phone service back on Sunday evening. The customers had been without service since Wednesday, when a cable damaged by thawing ice was inundated with water. Telus technicians had to replace 220 metres of underground cable to restore service, per a company release.
SUNDAY Extra: 2745017. Pick 3: 787.
LOTTERIES
SATURDAY Lotto 6/49: 3, 11, 12, 19, 21, 29.
Bonus 9. Western 6/49: 6, 22, 32, 37, 47, 48.
Bonus 13. Extra: 1315989 Pick 3: 740.
WEATHER LOCAL TODAY
FOR
TONIGHT
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
HIGH 7
LOW -1
HIGH 14
HIGH 16
HIGH 12
Cloudy. 60 % chance showers.
Clearing
Sunny.
Sunny.
A mix of sun and cloud.
REGIONAL OUTLOOK
Nordegg: Cloudy. High 6, low -7. Edmonton : Cloudy. High 10, low 3. Banff: Cloudy. High 5, low -6.
LIMITED TIME ONLY
2014 CHEVROLET CAMARO 2LT
TONIGHT’S HIGHS/LOWS
Calgary: Cloudy. High 6, low zero. Lethbridge: Cloudy. High 9, low 2. Grande Prairie: Mainly sunny, high 12, low zero. Fort McMurray: Cloudy. High 11, low 1.
Jasper: A mix of sun and cloud. High 10, low -8.
WINDCHILL/SUNLIGHT
FORT MCMURRAY
11/1 GRANDE PRAIRIE
12/0
EDMONTON
10/3 JASPER
10/-8
RED DEER
Stk. # 30701. 3.6L, V6, Manual, Leather, Sunroof, RS Package, 20” Rims/Tires
$
223 Bi-Weekly*
7/-1 BANFF
5/-6 UV: 4 Moderate Extreme: 11 or higher Very high: 8 to 10 High: 6 to 7 Moderate: 3 to 5 Low: Less than 2 Sunset tonight: 8:56 p.m. Sunrise Tuesday: 6:08 a.m.
MONTHS
CALGARY
6/0
LETHBRIDGE
9/2
3110 GAETZ AVE., RED DEER
LOCAL 403-347-3301 TOLL FREE 1-800-661-0995
www.pikewheaton.com *0% financing over 84 months OAC.
46776D26
Ponoka, Innisfail, Stettler: Cloudy. 60 % chance showers. High 7, low -1.
0 84
% FINANCING
ALBERTA
A3
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2014 STORY FROM PAGE A1
DOMESTIC: Big return Just from a financial standpoint, Lana Wells, the Brenda Strafford Chair for the Prevention of Domestic Violence, and faculty of Social Work at the University of Calgary, completed a study in 2012 that says: “Investment in quality prevention and intervention initiatives can be very cost effective, returning as much as $20 for every dollar invested. Recent research on preventative programming in the context of domestic violence shows promising results in reducing incidents of self-reported domestic violence. The economic analysis of this preventative programming suggests that the benefits of providing the various types of programming outweighed the costs by as much as 6:1.” Prevention goes beyond just working at elementary schools. Support systems need to be beefed up to effectively help those who are trying to get out of abusive relationships. Victims have often been cut off from friends and family, and usually have little or no financial means due to the controlling nature of their partner who strives to keep them under their thumb. The judiciary process can further drain what’s left in the bank accounts for both parties. So even things like housing can be difficult to procure. Since 2005, Red Deer has changed how it deals with domestic violence through the Red Deer Collaborative Court Project, creating specialty units with the RCMP and the Crown prosecutor’s office, while working together with CAWES, probation officers and Jim Freeman Psychotherapy. Gary Gibbens is domestic violence specialist for the Calgary YWCA. His is one of the biggest domestic violence programs in Canada, and it deals with both men and women in 18 or 19 groups a week for 15-week runs. Between 200 and 300 people are enrolled in the program at a time. Gibbens says it comes down to a desire to change. First people must realize they have a problem and then be willing to work on their issues. “It’s not whose fault it is, it’s more about who’s going to make the changes,” said Gibbens, emphasizing that both men and women are susceptible to being victims or offenders — or sometimes both. He does say the program is not always 100 per cent successful. But internal studies have shown that offenders who complete the program are four times less likely to re-offend inside a year than those who drop out. Gibbens says there are also parenting groups within the domestic violence program to help retrain men and women in healthy, non-violent ways to raise their children. “Hopefully people will start learning that solving problems is not done through the use of force, especially in the family,” he said. “Really, we’re talking about power and control issues, and using power or using abuse to control or resolve problems doesn’t work.” The YWCA also integrates substance abuse programs when necessary. When Tiffany finally came to terms with her need for help and to get away from her abusive ex, it was under threat of having her kids taken away by children’s services. Even still, she did not think she really needed help but entered the Jim Freeman Psychotherapist group program for victims of domestic violence run by Sue Parcels in Red Deer. Tiffany (not her real name) admits that in the early stages she lied to therapists and took advantage of the program by just going through the motions. But working with others in the group, some of whom had been in abusive relationships for decades, it finally dawned on her that could be her if she didn’t do the work honestly. She learned how to disagree with people. That was formerly a foreign concept, since she worried that she would offend somebody. But most importantly, she is happy, and it’s been a long time that she has been able to say that. “I’m starting to talk about it, I’m comfortable talking about it,” she said, adding she will even be speaking at a conference in Edmonton about the program in the coming months. The total transformation did not really come into full view for her until she was finishing the program and there were new women just starting it who were in the exact same stage of denial she had been in. But it’s a journey they will have to go through, just as she did. “I don’t have advice for these women, only because you’re told so many things — ‘You can’t let someone treat you like that,’ or ‘You can’t be spoken to that way’ or ‘It’s not alright for him to hit you,’ ” she said. “Of course you know all those things, but until you learn how to be happy with yourself, your true values, there is nothing no one could have said to me the last three years that would have made me leave. It was my own growth and using my resources and wanting to be out of it and knowing you’ll be OK once you’re out of it.” jaldrich@reddeeradvocate.com
Photo by JEFF STOKOE/Advocate staff
With a few minuets to spare in his hour-long event, Russ Krachun mounts an unbroken horse in the ring during the trainers’ challenge at the Mane Event on Friday night.
Horse cooperation has Cossack ancestry RUSSIAN AND UKRAINIAN HORSE TRAINING TECHNIQUES SHOWN AT THE MANE EVENT BY MYLES FISH ADVOCATE STAFF For their superior horsemanship, military prowess, and fierce independence, Cossacks are celebrated by Russians and Ukrainians alike. If not necessarily passing on the swordsmanship talents of his Cossack (or Kozak) ancestors, Russ Krachun nonetheless seeks to show Canadian riders how, with a little independence and creativity, they too can get a horse to cooperate. Raised in the Black Sea port city of Odessa, Ukraine, Krachun got equine experience from a young age, being taught the ways of his Kozak ancestors. He learned trick riding and was a professional sabre fencer. After immigrating to Canada as an adult, Krachun established Kozak Horsemanship near Belleville, Ont. where his goal is to teach riders how to get their horses’ compliance without the use of force. “We don’t have to follow rules, because what I see in the market when they work these horses is following rules or books or famous people. People think they have to do exactly the same, but I think today there are much better ways to communicate with horses than to shake and hit and whip. The big-
gest message to people is to use your heart and soul and imagination, don’t follow just abusing merits,” said Krachun at the Mane Event Expo in Red Deer on Saturday. Cossacks were Slavic peoples who emerged to prominence around the 14th and 15th centuries in what is today southwestern Russia and eastern Ukraine.
pendence coming to the fore in Ukraine today, said Krachun. His mother and brother are still in the country, and he said the situation makes him sad. “Ukrainians are fighting against Ukrainians, it’s just wrong,” said Krachun. The horseman was in Alberta for the first time over the weekend, having come out to compete in the trainers challenge at the giant equine expo. He said he truly enjoyed being around so many horse people and experiencing Alberta’s equine environment. Show organizer Gail Barker RUSS KRACHUN e s t i m a t e d t h e show drew some 40,000 enthusiasts to Westerner Park from Friday to Sunday. The Mane Event has grown over the eight years it has been held in Red Deer; there is no longer enough space for all the exhibitors who would like to be at the expo. Barker is from Chilliwack, where another Mane Event is held annually. The exhibition company last year put on a equine-themed Christmas gift expo in Red Deer for the first time, something it will try again in mid-December 2014. mfish@reddeeradvocate.com
‘TODAY THERE ARE MUCH BETTER WAYS TO COMMUNICATE WITH HORSES THAN TO SHAKE AND HIT AND WHIP. THE BIGGEST MESSAGE TO PEOPLE IS TO USE YOUR HEART AND SOUL AND IMAGINATION.’ —
They tended to live in small collectives where they sought complete independence. As Krachun puts it, they were “very strongminded people.” They also made an excellent and feared cavalry and were commissioned to fight in a series of conflicts for the Russian state, expanding the Tsardom. There were many different subsets of Cossacks, with some seeking an independent Ukrainian state for themselves. Though true Cossacks, like true cowboys, do not really remain today, it is perhaps some of their traditional ideals for inde-
Environmental groups get funding Four Lacombe County environmental organizations received funding from the rural government helping them continue their activities. County council approved $7,500 in funding to four projects promoted by local organizations aimed at environmental improvement. A fifth proposal was denied because it focused on building a fence, which would allow
horse grazing to occur. The county determined that application did not fit with the aim of environmental improvement. However, projects by the Alberta Riparian Habitat Management Society, Lacombe Lake Watershed Stewardship Society, Medicine River Watershed Society and Friends of Chain Lakes Society were approved.
The Lacombe Lake project to continue monitoring the water quality of the lake received $2,000. The Alberta Riparian project to re-evaluate the health inventories of 19 areas in the Medicine River and Horseguard Creek received $2,000. The Medicine River project received $1,500 to undertake a tree planting program in the Medicine River watershed.
The Friends of Chain Lakes Society received $2,000 to measure riparian health on the shores of the lakes.
Largest Casin Casino in Central Alberta
NORTHWEST MOTORS • Ultimate Texas Holdem
Stk #W12113A. longhorn package, black MSRP $59,775 Priced to Sell at ...............
2013 RAM 1500 CREW 4X4
Stk #W14913A. longhorn package, black MSRP $60,255 Priced to Sell at ...............
2013 RAM 1500 CREW 4X4
Stk #W17613A. laramie package, mineral gray MSRP $59,715 Priced to Sell at ...............
2013 RAM 1500 CREW 4X4
Stk #W3213A. laramie package, maximum steel MSRP $57,505 Priced to Sell at ..............
2013 RAM 1500 CREW 4X4
Stk #W9613A. laramie package, maximum steel MSRP $57,675 Priced to Sell at ..............
$
47,940 $ 48,770 $ 47,940 $ 45,920 $ 46,970
2013 JEEP COMPASS 4X4
Stk #T2613A. limited package, winter chill MSRP $34,390 Priced to Sell at ..............
2013 DODGE DURANGO 4X4
Stk #T9013A. citadel package, black MSRP $60,570 Priced to Sell at ..............
2013 DODGE CHALLENGER
Stk #E113A. SRT8 performance, granite MSRP $54,515 Priced to Sell at ..............
2013 DODGE CHALLENGER
Stk #E613A. SRT8 performance, white MSRP $55,735 Priced to Sell at ..............
2013 DODGE AVENGER
Stk #B1213A. blacktop edition, billet metallic MSRP $23,445 Priced to Sell at ..............
3115 GAETZ AVE. • 403-346-2035 • 1-800-666-8675
www.northwestmotors.ca
31,980 $ 53,780 $ 48,690 $ 49,880 $ 21,500
$30 BEGINNERS TOURNAMENTS
• Mini Baccarat
$
• 4 Card Poker
APRIL 15TH & 19TH
• 3 Card Poker
$210 NLH DOUBLE STACK
• BlackJack
APRIL 26TH
• Cash Crib
$325 NLH DEEP STACK
Scan to view schedule 53704E31
2013 RAM 1500 CREW 4X4
• Roulette
APRIL 18TH
cashpoker.ca/RedDeer/
CALL TODAY
$120 GOOD FRIDAY NLH
403.356.2100
53125D28
2013 MODELS ARE PRICED TO SELL!!!!
6350-67 Street Red Deer
COMMENT
A4
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2014
The TFW backtrack KENNEY DROPS FOOD SERVICE SECTOR FROM FOREIGN WORKER PROGRAM Faced with an ugly trifecta of trouble with his temporary foreign worker program — anecdotal evidence and national perception followed by damning statistical evidence — Jason Kenney cut off Canada’s fast food industry. He could defend no more. He had to act, so he announced that the food services industry would be suspended from the program and that any pending applications are in limbo. In reality, the minister was following the industry, with McDonald’s and Tim Hortons taking their own disciplinary action and doing their own audits, leaving Ottawa trailing TIM and defending the indefensiHARPER ble. That might have been a bit much for even the legendarily indefatigable minister. He had tried to act tough but he had no stick. “Abuse of the temporary foreign worker program will not be tolerated,’’ he said. Then, finally, the late-in-the game stick: “Employers who are found to have lied about their efforts to hire Canadians could face potential criminal prosecution with sanctions that include fines and jail time.’’ He was reacting to series of revelations about small business in this country, those entrepreneurs the Conservatives have championed, who were uprooting Canadian workers and finding room for temporary foreign workers who would raise no problems with hours, holidays or conditions. On Thursday, into the thick soup of problems with the program, came a study from the non-partisan C.D. Howe Institute that went beyond the anecdotes and perception and concluded that the temporary worker program increased unemployment in two Conservative strongholds: Alberta and British Columbia. Author Dominique M. Gross of Simon Fraser University studied the period between 2007 and 2010, when the Conservative government eased the requirements and expedited the process of hiring temporary workers in the two provinces because of a reported labour shortage in Western Canada. She found there was little real evidence of shortages in many of the low-skilled occupations that were being fast-tracked, and the flood of foreign workers in the two provinces added a cumulative 3.9 percentage points to the unemployment rates in the West. The temporary foreign worker program has been around in different guises for four decades, initially a program for skilled workers, seasonal agricultural workers and live-in caregivers. In 2002, the program was extended to include lowskill jobs, the burger flipping and coffee slinging jobs that often pop up anecdotally about the problems with the program. But between 2002 and 2013, Ottawa eased the hiring conditions of temporary foreign workers several times, the study says, and during that period the number of foreign workers in this country ballooned from 101,000 to 338,000. In 2007, the expedited program allowed employers in Alberta and B.C., where the perceived labour shortages were most acute, to receive an opinion in
INSIGHT
five days on whether they could hire from another country, instead of the existing five months. By the following year, those two provinces had more than twice as many temporary foreign workers in their provinces than the rest of Canada combined. All of this appears to have opened the floodgates to temporary workers, blocking the entry into the workforce of some Canadians — a statistical confirmation of a widely held perception. Even with changes announced last year by the Conservatives, the C.D. Howe study says there is still not proper, up-to-date labour market data available and the price of the permit for an employer wishing to import a foreign worker, a paltry $275 (in the U.S. it can be as high as $2,325), offers no incentive to find a Canadian worker to fill the opening. That is infinitely cheaper than paying to relocate a qualified Canadian from another province. There is also no fee increase for employers based on how many temporary workers are hired and the fee is the same for a family-run business and large corporations. Gross argues that placing a cap on the number of temporary foreign workers allowed into this country in any given year would help ease the problem for Canadian workers. Because employers are allowed to continuously hire temporary workers over a number of years — instead of filling an emergency shortfall in available workers — the program can actually artificially re-
shape the labour market, she argues. That, too, jibes with the perception. Last week, I heard from boilermakers in Edmonton, bank employees in Toronto, greenhouse workers in the Niagara region, pipefitters in Alberta, a trucker from Brampton, a red seal plumber in Halifax and the owner of a roofing company in Ontario, among others. All had a variation on the same argument — they were either being denied jobs in their region or they believed they were being denied the right to migrate to jobs they wanted. Owners of companies believe they are being undercut by competitors who use temporary foreign workers. These are merely perceptions. Certainly not every anecdotal story can be verified and not everyone who says they are being denied a job would actually take one if it opened up. Kenney was hearing the same. A program that clearly had merit on paper was failing in reality. There is a body of evidence showing a program that mushroomed without proper safeguards, that removed the incentive for employers to hire Canadians, that relied on outdated or inaccurate data, that was speeded up without a proper rationale, was again in trouble. For the government, it is back to the drawing board. Tim Harper is a syndicated Toronto Star national affairs writer. He can be reached at tharper@thestar.ca.
Who will take charge of climate change? It’s fitting that the latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report was released during Earth Month. After all, the third chapter of its Fifth Assessment focuses on ways to keep our planet healthy and livable by warding off extreme climatic shifts and weather events caused by escalating atmospheric carbon. Doing so will require substantially reducing greenhouse gas emissions — 40 to 70 per cent by 2050 and to near-zero by the end of the century. We must also protect carbon “sinks” such as forests and wetlands and find ways to store or bury carbon. The good news is that weaning ourselves off fossil fuels, conserving energy and shifting to cleaner sources comes with DAVID economic and quality-of-life SUZUKI benefits. “There is a clear message from science: To avoid dangerous interference with the climate system, we need to move away from business as usual,” said economist Ottmar Edenhofer, co-chair of Working Group III, which produced the chapter. Doing nothing isn’t an option. That would lead to a significant increase in global average temperatures and extreme weather-related events such as storms, droughts and floods, wreaking havoc on our food systems, communities and the natural environment we depend on for our health and survival. Technological measures and behavioural change could limit
SCIENCE
CENTRAL ALBERTA’S DAILY NEWSPAPER Published at 2950 Bremner Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta, T4R 1M9 by The Red Deer Advocate Ltd. Canadian Publications Agreement #336602 Member of the Audit Bureau of Circulation Fred Gorman Publisher John Stewart Managing editor Richard Smalley Advertising director
global mean temperatures to less than 2C above preindustrial levels, but only with “major institutional and technological change.” Because we’ve stalled so long, thanks largely to deceptive campaigns run by a small but powerful group of entrenched fossil fuel industry interests and the intransigence of some short-sighted governments, we must also consider ways to adapt to climate change that’s already occurring and that we can’t stop. Although carbon emissions are rising faster than efforts to curtail them, there are glimmers of hope. A growing number of networks — including cities, states, regions and even markets — are working together to implement climate plans. And costs of renewable energy, such as solar and wind, are falling so quickly that large-scale deployment is practical. Putting a price on greenhouse gas emissions through carbon taxes or other methods is one critical way to shift investment from fossil fuels to renewables. Carbon-intensive fossil fuel economies will suffer as renewable energy technologies mature — especially those relying heavily on coal and unconventional oil such as bitumen from tar sands. Canada’s choice: take advantage of the growing worldwide demand for clean energy technology, transit infrastructure and sustainable building techniques or continue to focus on selling our non-renewable resources at bargain-basement prices until climate and foodsystem destabilization swamps global markets and the world rejects Canada’s high-carbon fuels. The IPCC found responsibly addressing climate change by pricing carbon and making needed investments is affordable: ambitious mitigation would reduce economic growth by just .06 per cent a year.
Scott Williamson Pre-press supervisor
403-314-4337 Website: www.reddeeradvocate.com
Main switchboard 403-343-2400 Delivery/Circulation 403-314-4300
Advertising Main number: 403-314-4343 Fax: 403-342-4051 E-mail: advertising@reddeeradvocate.com Classified ads: 403-309-3300 Classified e-mail: classifieds@reddeeradvocate.com
News News tips 403-314-4333 Sports line 403-343-2244 News fax 403-341-6560 E-mail: editorial@reddeeradvocate.com John Stewart, managing editor 403-314-4328 Carolyn Martindale, City editor 403-314-4326 Greg Meachem, Sports editor 403-314-4363 Harley Richards, Business editor
twitter.com/RedDeerAdvocate
Alberta Press Council member The Red Deer Advocate is a sponsoring member of the Alberta Press Council, an independent body that promotes and protects the established freedoms of the press and advocates freedom of information. The Alberta Press Council upholds
That’s not taking into account the many economic benefits of reducing climate change — from less spending on health and disease to reduced traffic congestion and increased activity in the clean-energy sector. Considering the costs and losses climate change and extreme weather impose on our cities, communities and food systems, we can’t afford not to act. A clean energy revolution is already underway and, as the world comes to grips with the need to change, it will inevitably spread. As Canadians, we can choose to join or remain stuck in the past. Tackling global warming will require all nations to get on board. That’s because greenhouse gases accumulate and spill over national boundaries. And, according to the IPCC, “International cooperation can play a constructive role in the development, diffusion and transfer of knowledge and environmentally sound technologies.” As a policy-neutral scientific and socioeconomic organization, the IPCC doesn’t make specific recommendations, but it reviews the available science and spells out in clear, albeit technical, terms that if we fail to act, the costs and losses to our homes, food systems and human security will only get worse. It’s been seven years since the fourth assessment report in 2007. We can’t wait another seven to resolve this crisis. As nations gear up to for the 21st climate summit in Paris in late 2015, where the world’s governments have pledged to reach a universal legal climate agreement, international co-operation is needed more than ever. Let’s urge our government to play a constructive role in this critical process. Scientist, author and broadcaster David Suzuki wrote this column with Ian Hanington. Learn more at www. davidsuzuki.org.
the public’s right to full, fair and accurate news reporting by considering complaints, within 60 days of publication, regarding the publication of news and the accuracy of facts used to support opinion. The council is comprised of public members and representatives of member newspapers. The Alberta Press Council’s address: PO Box 2576, Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 8G8. Phone 403-580-4104. Email: abpress@telus.net. Website: www.albertapresscouncil.ca. Publisher’s notice The Publisher reserves the right to edit or reject any advertising copy; to omit or discontinue any advertisement. The advertiser agrees that the Publisher shall not be
liable for damages arising out of error in advertisements beyond the amount paid for the space actually occupied by that portion of the advertisement in which the error occurs. Circulation Circulation 403-314-4300 Single copy prices (Monday to Thursday, and Saturday): $1.05 (GST included). Single copy (Friday): $1.31 (GST included). Home delivery (one month auto renew): $14.50 (GST included). Six months: $88 (GST included). One year: $165 (GST included). Prices outside of Red Deer may vary. For further information, please call 403314-4300.
facebook.com/RDAdvocate
CANADA
A5
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2014
Soldier taking his message about stress across nation Cpl. Jamie MacWhirter has been through the nightmares and angry outbursts of post-traumatic stress disorder, and he has a message for those struggling alone. “If you believe you have a problem, if your wife or spouse has said anything to you, it doesn’t hurt to go and talk to somebody.” MacWhirter chronicled his 2006 deployment in Kandahar and subsequent troubles with PTSD in his memoir, A Soldier’s Tale: A Newfoundland Soldier in Afghanistan. He’s now working on another book about his long journey back to better mental health. On May 5, MacWhirter will speak in St. John’s to help launch a cross-Canada tour aimed at raising awareness about how soldiers, emergency workers, police, correctional officers and others are affected by PTSD. The Heroes Are Human tour organized by the Tema Conter Memorial Trust in Toronto will include stops in 48 cities and towns. Two-hour community meetings will be free of charge for anyone wanting to learn more about how to cope with a still highly stigmatized condition. MacWhirter said it has been especially hard to learn of recent suicides involving soldiers and veterans of the Afghanistan mission. “People are afraid to come forward and admit that they need help,” he said in an interview. “Most soldiers, they’re taught to hide the pain. They’re taught to
Hate crime prosecution difficult THE CANADIAN PRESS An anti-immigration flyer has angered Ontario’s premier and prompted calls for charges, but a successful prosecution under Canada’s hate crime laws faces an uphill climb, a legal expert suggested Sunday. The flyers targeted the Sikh community in Brampton, a city just west of Toronto. The flyers prompted the head of an Ontario Sikh group to call Sunday for criminal charges against those responsible for distributing them. Ranjit Dulay said charges might deter others from distributing such literature in future. “Otherwise... in the future other people are going to start doing that. And they’re going to be hard to control,” said Dulay, chairman of the Ontario Sikhs & Gurdwara Council. Another Sikh group, the World Sikh Organization of Canada, also condemned the flyers but expressed doubt on whether they qualify as a hate crime. The leaflets show a black and white picture of a group of Caucasians above a separate photograph of a group of Sikhs with captions that read “from this...to this...” Underneath the two pictures is a caption: “Is This What You Want?” Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne railed against the flyers, calling them “hateful” in a statement issued late Saturday. She repeated her comments at a Sikh celebration in Toronto on Sunday. “They can’t be tolerated. That kind of divisive action really is not consistent with who we are as Canadians,” Wynne said at the Sikh Khalsa day event. She refused to speculate on whether the flyers could bring hate crime charges. Employment Minister Jason Kenney, who also attended the Sikh celebration, said the flyers are far outside mainstream Canadian opinion. “The fact that this is a story demonstrates how rare and how unacceptable such expressions are. I think this stuff is on the fringe of the fringe,” he said.
THE HEROES ARE HUMAN TOUR soldier on and continue work. “It’s hard to change your thought pattern and say, ‘I need help.”’ MacWhirter, 38, said he has heard stories of soldiers whose military careers have stalled after admitting to such problems. But his own experience has been one of support and, over time, healing. He first sought help through the military almost eight years ago when his symptoms began to escalate. “I tried to deal with it myself. But my wife, God love her, she pretty much told me: ‘You need help.”’ MacWhirter said finding a counsellor in St. John’s who could help him put in perspective and let go of the most rattling memories of his time overseas has made the difference. He expects to finish his mental health treatment in June. MacWhirter said he’ll likely deal with PTSD symptoms for the rest of his life but that he now understands what triggers to avoid and how to calm himself. “I believe now I’m ready to carry on with my life and carry on my career.” It’s a message of hope that Vince Savoia, founder and executive director of the Tema Conter Memorial Trust, wants to take across the country. Savoia’s own battle with PTSD began as a 27-year-old paramedic in 1988 when he was called to a
grisly murder scene in Toronto. Tema Conter, a 25-year-old woman, had been bound, raped, beaten and stabbed to death. Savoia, now 52, said he felt profound sadness, guilt and other symptoms that would not be properly diagnosed as PTSD until almost 12 years later. He quit emergency services in 1992 and was a financial planner for 18 years. He now works full-time for the trust founded in Tema Conter’s memory. “I think PTSD as a whole within our community is really, really misunderstood. It’s what we call the invisible injury. “What most PTSD sufferers want is to go back prior to that trauma and be normal again,” he said. “That’s really almost impossible to do because that traumatic event has happened and it has changed you to some degree.” Savoia said the key is to know there is help available and that it’s okay to seek it. Provincial governments should increase access to mental health services, he said. Wait lists for psychologists are often months long, and appointments costing at least $150 an hour are too much for many people, he added. MacWhirter and Savoia agree that non-judgmental guidance to find a focus or program that eases PTSD symptoms is crucial.
BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — National Defence is once again taking a look at establishing an around-the-clock 30-minute response time for Canada’s search-and-rescue squadrons, an idea the air force has long dismissed as too costly and manpower-intensive. The Harper government has been under pressure to address the issue since last year’s stinging critique by the auditor general and the high-profile death of a young boy in Labrador two years ago. Two research reports, which crunch the numbers on both search-and-rescue incidents as well as the cost of a 24-hour, seven-day posture for air crews, were recently delivered to the Canadian Joint Operations Command, the headquarters that oversees both domestic and out-of-country missions. A defence spokesman, Daniel Blouin, would not say what the studies have concluded or when a decision would be made on their findings. The research builds on a 2008 air force study that rejected the higher level of alert as expensive and only marginally better than the existing framework in terms of saving lives. In order to meet the around-the-clock posture, the military would need to add between nine and 11 extra crews to the rotations and buy extra aircraft — or reassign existing ones. The 2008 study projected the air force would need up to $2.6 billion more in aircraft and infrastructure and $314 million in additional sustained operations funding to make the plan work. The military planners, who penned the earlier report, pointed to data that suggested out of 1,054 rescue missions, nine were time sensitive. Of those, a 30-minute response time might have made a difference in three cases. Currently, rescue crews — operating from five main bases across the country — are able to get airborne within 30 minutes between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday to Friday. On weekends and holidays, the response time drops to two hours.
FINAL DAYS
ENDS THURSDAY, MAY 1
OUR LOWEST PRICES OF THE SEASON BONUS SENIORS DAY TUESDAY, APRIL 29 SENIORS 60+ SAVE AN EXTRA 15%
on regular, sale and clearance prices in the store. Some exclusions apply. No price adjustments on purchases made prior to Tuesday, April 29, 2014. See store for details.
Store Hours | Monday - Saturday 9:30 am - 9:00 pm | Sunday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
SHOP THEBAY.COM
47227D28
BY THE CANADIAN PRESS
DND examines 24-7 search-andrescue response
WORLD
A6
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2014
Abbas acknowledges the Holocaust BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS JERUSALEM — The Palestinian president on Sunday called the Holocaust “the most heinous crime” of modern history, voicing a rare acknowledgment of Jewish suffering shortly before Israel held its annual memorial for victims of the Nazi genocide. President Mahmoud Abbas’ announcement appeared to be aimed at reaching out to Israeli public opinion at a time of deep crisis in U.S.-backed peace efforts. Israelis frequently claim the Palestinians are not sincere about wanting peace. While Israel’s national Holocaust memorial said Abbas’ comments may be a step in the right direction, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu brushed them aside. He said the Abbas’ renewed attempts to reconcile with the Islamic militant movement Hamas raised doubts about the Palestinian leader’s intentions. Hamas, a movement sworn to Israel’s destruction, has questioned the Holocaust and blocked the subject from being taught in schools in the Gaza Strip. “President Abbas can’t have it both ways. He can’t say the Holocaust was terrible, but at the same time embrace those who deny the Holocaust and seek to perpetrate another destruction of the Jewish people,” Netanyahu told CNN.
For Abbas, however, conciliatory language marked a breakthrough of sorts. Denials or attempts to minimize the Holocaust, which saw the systematic killing of 6 million Jews by Nazi Germany in World War II, are widespread in the Arab world. Many Palestinians fear that if they acknowledge the Holocaust, they will diminish their own claims based on years of suffering, including their uprooting during Israel’s 1948 creation and decades under Israeli occupation. Abbas himself has been accused of minimizing the scope of the Holocaust in a doctoral dissertation in the 1970s, though in recent years he’s edged toward acknowledging Jewish suffering. Abbas’ office said he discussed the Holocaust in a meeting with an American rabbi, Marc Schneier, who visited Abbas’ headquarters in Ramallah last week. Abbas told Schneier that “what happened to the Jews in the Holocaust is the most heinous crime to have occurred against humanity in the modern era,” according to comments carried by the Palestinian news agency WAFA on Sunday. The agency quoted Abbas as expressing his “sympathy with the families of the victims and many other innocent people who were killed.” Abbas said the Holocaust was an expression of the idea of ethnic discrimination and racism, and connected it to the Palestinian suffering of today.
Military observers held in Ukraine speak under armed guard BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Eight European military observers held prisoner by pro-Russia forces in eastern Ukraine were marched out under armed guard on Sunday to give public assurances that they weren’t being mistreated. Germany’s foreign minister condemned the appearance as “revolting” and a violation of the men’s dignity. Four members of the team are German. One of the observers, a Swedish officer, was released later in the day for medical reasons. The insurgents in Slovyansk have taken a number of people hostage, including journalists and pro-Ukraine activists, as they strengthen their control in the east of the country in defi-
ance of the interim government in Kyiv and its Western supporters. On Sunday, they captured three Ukrainian security service officers, who were shown to Russian journalists bloodied and blindfolded. Also on Sunday, a crowd of several hundred pro-Russia activists stormed the television broadcasting centre in Donetsk, the regional capital of eastern Ukraine, to demand that Russian state channels be put back on the air. The Kyiv government last month blocked the broadcasts of the Russian channels, which serve as propaganda tools for the Kremlin. The crowd included several dozen men wearing camouflage fatigues and face masks, the standard uniform of the pro-Russia forces that have seized government buildings in at least 10 cities in eastern Ukraine.
Photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Pope Francis, right, embraces his predecessor Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, during a ceremony in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican, Sunday. Pope Francis has declared his two predecessors John XXIII and John Paul II saints in an unprecedented canonization ceremony.
Pope Francis declares John XXIII, John Paul II saints BENEDICT LOOKS ON IN DAY OF 4 POPES BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS VATICAN CITY — Two 20th-century popes who changed the course of the Catholic Church became saints Sunday as Pope Francis honoured John XXIII and John Paul II in a delicate balancing act aimed at bringing together the conservative and progressive wings of the church. As if to drive the message of unity home, Francis invited retired Pope Benedict XVI to join him on the altar of St. Peter’s Square, the first time a reigning and retired pope have celebrated Mass together in public in the 2,000-year history of the church. An estimated 800,000 people — many of them from John Paul’s native Poland — filled St. Peter’s, the streets around it and bridges over the Tiber River, a huge turnout but only half the size of the crowd that came out for John Paul’s 2011 beatification. John reigned from 1958-1963 and is a hero to liberal Catholics for having convened the Second Vatican Council. The meetings brought the church into the modern era by allowing Mass to be celebrated in local languages rather than Latin and encouraged greater dialogue with people of other faiths, particularly Jews. During his globe-trotting, quartercentury papacy, John Paul II helped topple communism and invigorated
a new generation of Catholics, while his defence of core church teaching on abortion, marriage and other hotbutton issues heartened conservatives after the turbulent 1960s. Benedict was one of John Paul’s closest confidantes and went on to preside over a deeply tradition-minded eight-year papacy. His successor Francis seems a pope much more inspired by the pastoral, simple style of the “good pope” John. Yet Francis offered each new saint heartfelt praise in his homily, saying John had allowed himself to be led by God to call the council, and hailing John Paul’s focus on the family. It’s an issue that Francis has asked the church as a whole to take up for discussion with a two-year debate starting this fall. “They were priests, bishops and popes of the 20th century,” Francis said. “They lived through the tragic events of that century, but they were not overwhelmed by them.” Benedict put John Paul on the fasttrack for possible sainthood just weeks after his 2005 death, responding to the chants of “Santo Subito!” or “Sainthood Now!” that erupted during his funeral Mass. John Paul’s canonization is now the fastest in modern times. John’s sainthood run, on the other hand, languished after his 2000 beatification.
Search for plane to be expanded CANBERRA, Australia — Australia’s prime minister said Monday that the underwater search for the missing Malaysia Airlines jet will be expanded. Prime Minister Tony Abbott told reporters in Canberra that the U.S. Navy’s Bluefin 21 has finished scouring the initial search area far off the
Australian west coast and has not yet found anything. “It is now 52 days since Malaysia Airlines Fight MH370 disappeared and I’m here to inform you that the search will be entering a new phase,” Abbott said at a news conference. Radar and satellite data show the jet carrying 239 passengers and crew veered far off course on March 8 for unknown reasons during a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing.
SPRING IS NOW HERE SPECIAL DEODORIZE YOUR A/C FOR
39.95
$
GARY MOE
VOLKSWAGEN
16995
142 Leva Avenue, Red Deer County
403-342-2923
Locally Owned and Family Operated
53235D5-28
$
- Front OEM windshield wiper replacement (some restrictions apply) - Lube, synthetic oil and filter replacement (up to 5L oil) - Battery and Charging system inspection - Tire rotation and visual brake inspection - Cooling system inspection - 50 point complimentary inspection - Exterior wash
Your family memories deserve Eventide
47837F19
BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
forward We are moving
to bring you more of what you want and need in a community newspaper. Beginning May 2nd, Red Deer Life will be moving to a Friday afternoon delivery, and relaunched as:
FRIDAYforward Bringing you more of what you want in a weekly paper, focusing on upcoming events, local columns and features, sports, and entertainment!
Choose the quality funeral services and facilities trusted by local families since 1929. Come celebrate and honour a special life in elegance and comfort.
Call today for information
Watch for the inaugural edition on May 2, 2014!
403-347-2222 eventidefuneralchapels.com
For advertising opportunities call
Arbor Memorial Inc.
Family Owned. Proudly Canadian.
53422D28
403-314-4343
4820-45 Street, Red Deer, Alberta T4N 1K5
LOCAL
A7
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2014
HOME
Death Café a lively idea
FRONT
BY MYLES FISH ADVOCATE STAFF
POTTERY SPRING SHOW AND SALE Red Deer’s pottery and art clubs will join forces for a Spring Show and Sale on Saturday, May 3. Handcrafted mugs, vases, ceramic artworks and paintings will be displayed from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Red Deer Recreation Centre. Everyone is welcome to come peruse the sales tables and have some refreshments. Photo by JEFF STOKOE/Advocate staff
TALK ABOUT WATER CONSERVATION Water conservation and efficiency is at the centre of the next Red Deer River Watershed Alliance ambassador breakfast. On May 16 from 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. at the Quality Inn North Hill, 7150 50th Ave. in Red Deer, Curt Horning, a water management co-ordinator with the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association, will talk about renewing AUMA’s water conservation and efficiency plan as well as targets and actions for the urban municipal sector. The breakfast costs $15 per person. To RSVP email info@rdrwa.ca or call Kelly at 403-340-7379 before noon on May 14.
CRIME PREVENTION WEEK KICKOFF Learn about neighbourhood safety at the kickoff to Crime Prevention Week on May 10. The Central Alberta Crime Prevention Centre is serving up an actionpacked barbecue from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the P9 city lot at 47th Street and 51st Street. Representatives from community program such as Crime Stoppers, Neighbourhood Watch, Citizens On Patrol, Victim Services, bylaw officers and the RCMP will be on hand to chat. Some featured attractions include the YIELD Roadster, RCMP Identification Kits and a Graffiti Clean Demonstration. There will also be face painting, balloon animals, tattoos and other activities for the children.
GIVE US A CALL The Advocate invites its readers to help cover news in Central Alberta. We would like to hear from you if you see something worthy of coverage. And we would appreciate hearing from you if you see something inaccurate in our pages. We strive for complete, accurate coverage of Central Alberta and are happy to correct any errors we may commit. Call 403-3144333.
Retired RCMP Sgt. Bob Bell now works for the City of Red Deer out of the City RCMP detachment.
32 years of policing saw many stories of impaired driving BY MYLES FISH ADVOCATE STAFF Bob Bell has decades worth of tragic stories to tell. From his 32 years of front-line policing, he can recount far too many experiences of witnessing destruction wrought by impaired drivers. But consider the 1,000 or so impaired drivers he pulled off the roads during his career, and it is clear there could be so many more tragedies to recall. “Just through the years, going to collisions and seeing the aftermath of people getting injured and dying, that was a major impact. You knew you could make a difference by getting the drunks off the road,” said Sgt. Bell, who retired from the RCMP in February. Bell spent eight years in charge of traffic services with the Red Deer detachment after stints in Grande Prairie, Three Hills, Ponoka and Canmore. During his time in Red Deer he emphasized the use of checkstops to get drunk drivers off the road, and from all those late night encounters come stories aplenty. Just about every night at a checkstop, he said, someone would try driving right through the barricade, nearly running down the stationed officers. Some imbibers who do stop can get creative to try to prove their sobriety — one young man thought his ability to do a backflip would get him out of the serious charge. It didn’t. “We can do an intersection in Red Deer say at two in the morning and pick up say four or five
impaired drivers at that one intersection in an hour or two. If we can go to one intersection and pick up five or six ... then you can imagine how bad drinking and driving is,” said Bell, 56. Based on 2011 crime statistics, Red Deer was found to have the second highest rate of impaired driving incidents — 847 per 100,000 people — among Canadian cities. Bell said he does not believe the scourge of drunk driving is any worse in Red Deer than in other cities, but he does believe enforcement here is superior.
their pyjamas,” he said. The Red Deer chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving presented Bell with a plaque of appreciation earlier this month for his work combatting impaired driving over the years. Chapter president Aleta Neville lauded Bell for the partnerships he made with MADD and other agencies to educate and encourage compliance. Bell threw the praise right back to the advocacy organization for the work it does supporting the families of victims years after collisions take place and cases make it to court. If progress is being made on reducing drinking and driving, Bell said he encountered an increase in drugged driving in his last few years, and dis— BOB BELL tracted driving incidents are ballooning. And with social meBecause Red Deer is a regional dia nowadays, people can alert hub where youth from outlying hundreds of other drivers as to communities come to party, he the location of checkstops in 140 said checkstops in the city reduce characters or less, something Bell crashes that can be more severe largely sees as positive. on rural roads. “Just the word getting out that And he said that thanks to grip- there are checkstops out makes ping presentations in schools and a difference.... If we set up a greater general awareness, police checkstop it might be for two or are booking fewer young people at three hours, then we move to antheir checkstops. other location. So if people are “Kids are taking it to heart made aware that ‘Oh, they’re donow. Man, it used to be a badge of ing checkstops tonight,’ they’re honour to get drunk and make it going to not be sure if we’re still home; not so much anymore. in that location we were at 20 “More and more often you see minutes ago or if we’ve moved,” a sober or designated driver and he said. everyone in the vehicle happy and Bell remains involved with the laughing and joking around, and RCMP, and he has set a goal to the driver saying ‘Oh, I’m the DD.’ bring to Alberta a B.C. program Or at checkstops quite often you’ll that honours police officers who see a parent. It’s three or four in get impaired drivers off the road. the morning; a parent, they’re in mfish@reddeeradvocate.com
‘MAN, IT USED TO BE A BADGE OF HONOUR TO GET DRUNK AND MAKE IT HOME; NOT SO MUCH ANYMORE.’
IN
BRIEF Final Little Gaetz touches to begin The final touches for Phase 1 and 2 of the Little Gaetz revitalization project will start this week with the installation of granite inserts, asphalt repairs, landscaping, pavement markings and banners. Crews will get started as early as possible depending on weather and could take up to three weeks to finish the job. Road closures are not expected. The upgrades will take place on Gaetz Avenue between 52nd and 46th Streets. Crews will work to maintain pedestrian and vehicle traffic to ensure access to all businesses during the project. The Little Gaetz revitalization project was launched in 2011 with the goal to create a vibrant, dynamic and walkable historic downtown while replacing aging underground infrastructure.
Lacombe County gravel site being remediated A former gravel site in Lacombe County is being remediated with plans to get youth and schools into the eco-friendly project. D&M Concrete Products Ltd. operated a gravel pit that was gifted to Lacombe County. Recognizing it is important to return landscapes to a more natural condition, the county and the concrete company have agreed to work together
to undertake a tree planting as part of the overall reclamation of the gravel pit located just north of Blackfalds. So far, nine acres of the site have been reclaimed back to hayland. Discussions between the county and D&M led to the plan to get area students involved in restoring the site back to its natural landscape. Two Grade 5 classes from Lacombe, about 60 students, will participate as community planters. The day’s agenda includes guest speakers on ecosystem and environmental topics, engaging in planting and watering seedlings, and a barbecue lunch. The field trip and planting project is scheduled for May 13 at the gravel pit from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Westerner Park invites input Westerner Park wants to know what its users and the community it serves thinks about what it does and what it could do, and they are asking people to fill out a survey. The entertainment, sports, agricultural and convention facility located at 4847A 19th St. has set up a survey asking many questions about the facility. “Information gathered in the research will be used for future decision making and planning,” said John Harms, Westerner Park CEO. “Westerner Park is committed to hearing what the community has to say and acting on any areas that may need enhancement.” The objective of the research include assessing the perceptions and opinions of Westerner Park and address perceptions of customer service from a number of different customer groups, including event stagers, event attendees and the general public. Everyone is asked to complete a survey online before July 21. To access the survey, go to https://www.surveymonkey.com/westernerpark.
Carolyn Martindale, City Editor, 403-314-4326 Fax 403-341-6560 E-mail editorial@reddeeradvocate.com
Tea? Cake? Death? All three will be on the menu next Sunday in Red Deer, though the third item is only to be discussed, not indulged in. The occasion is Red Deer’s second Death Café, an event that welcomes people of any age to come and talk in small group settings about all things death — from p a s t experiences to perspectives on Jean Bota o n e ’ s o w n mortality and how to ready for the occurrence that will come some day, whether we like it or not. Not meant to be morbid or sombre affairs, Death Cafés are forums for people to bat around philosophical musings in an informal, confidential setting. The concept emerged in Switzerland a decade ago, and has since spread around the globe. For Jean Bota, the idea of talking about death long before one may expect to encounter it is a recent revelation. As a child, she was not allowed to attend her grandfather’s funeral because her parents did not want her or her siblings exposed to death. When her husband passed away suddenly in 2001, though, Bota realized she could not avoid the subject anymore. “It’s knocking on the window: ‘Hello, I do want to come in and I want to have a little chat with you,’” said Bota, 59. She got involved with hospices and people dealing with grief, but after hearing about death cafés, realized a benefit to talking about death before it happens. The forums, she said, end up being as much about living as they are about dying. Some of the sample lead in questions for Death Café ask if one would write their own eulogy or plan their own funeral and whether death is merely sad and horrible, or whether there can be positive elements to the experience. Bota said in our society people are wary of speaking of death for fear it brings the certainty closer, but in some other cultures dying can be embraced. “It’s been a taboo for too long and I think we have to swing it around,” said Bota. The issue of euthanasia, for one, has been debated federally, albeit reluctantly, in recent years. The Supreme Court announced earlier this year that it would hear an appeal from B.C. to do with assisted suicide. Alberta Health Services encouraged citizens to talk about endof-life care and the associated crucial decisions through an online forum earlier this month. For her part, Bota said she will write her own eulogy and will ask her loved ones to remember her with laughter, not tears, when she goes. Red Deer’s Death Café will take place from 2-5 p.m. on May 4. All are welcome and it is free to attend. Space at the event is limited to 24 participants; RSVPs are requested. For more information, or to RSVP contact Bota at canyon28@hotmail. com. mfish@reddeeradvocate.com
WWW.REDDEERADVOCATE.COM
BUSINESS
A8 Citizenship proves too taxing
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2014
CAST AS TAX EVADERS, SOME DECIDE TO GIVE UP U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS MUCH FOR LIFE AS WEALTH BY ADAM GELLER THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Inside the long-awaited package, six pages of government paperwork dryly affirmed Carol Tapanila’s anxious request. But when Tapanila slipped the contents from the brown envelope, she saw there was something more. “We the people....” declared the script inside her U.S. passport — now with four holes punched through it from cover to cover. Her departure from life as an American was stamped final on the same page: “Bearer Expatriated Self.” With the envelope’s arrival, Tapanila, a native of upstate New York who has lived in Canada since 1969, joined a largely overlooked surge of Americans rejecting what is, to millions, a highly sought prize: U.S. citizenship. Last year, the U.S. government reported a record 2,999 people renounced citizenship or terminated permanent residency; most are widely assumed to be driven by a desire to avoid paying taxes on hidden wealth.
The reality, though, is more complicated. The government’s pursuit of tax evaders among Americans living abroad is indeed driving the jump in abandoned citizenship, experts say. But renouncers — whose ranks have swelled more than five-fold from a decade ago — often contradict the stereotype of the financial scoundrel. Many are from very ordinary economic circumstances. Some call themselves “accidental Americans,” who recall little of life in the U.S., but long ago happened to be born in it. Others say they renounced because of politics, family or personal identity. Some say signing away citizenship was a huge relief. Others recall being sickened by the decision. At the U.S. consulate in Geneva, “I talked to a man who explained to me that I could never, ever get my nationality back,” says Donna-Lane Nelson, whose Boston accent lingers though she’s lived in Switzerland 24 years. “It felt like a divorce. It felt like a death. I took the second oath and I left the consulate and I threw up.” When Americans do hear about compatriots re-
jecting citizenship, it’s more often people keeping their U.S. citizenship and dropping that of another country. Last year, Texas Sen. Ted Cruz acknowledged the Canadian citizenship he was born to, but said he would renounce it. In 2012, Rep. Michele Bachmann, R-Minnesota, saying she was “100 per cent committed to our United States Constitution,” announced she was giving up Swiss citizenship gained through marriage. One of the few times rejected U.S. citizenship has gotten significant ink was Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin’s 2011 decision to turn in his American passport after moving to Singapore. Saverin likely avoided millions of dollars in taxes by doing so shortly before Facebook’s initial stock offering. Other wealthy Americans also have relinquished U.S. citizenship. Denise Rich, the ex-wife of pardoned trader Marc Rich, expatriated in 2012 and lives in London.
Please see CITIZENSHIP on Page A9
ICONIC GHERKIN IN TROUBLE
TRADING OUTLOOK
Investors await profit reports BY THE CANADIAN PRESS
File photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
A view from Nelson’s Column shows the Gherkin building over central London’s skyline. Accountancy firm Deloitte LLP said Thursday, April 24, 2014 it has been appointed receiver of one of London’s most iconic buildings, the Gherkin. The high-rise office tower in London’s financial district is co-owned by Germany’s IVG Immobilien AG, which went into bankruptcy protection last year. Deloitte said that the building had run into difficulties due to its “complex, multicurrency capital structure.” The tower, nicknamed the Gherkin for its distinctive pickle-like shape, houses the headquarters of insurance company Swiss Re.
Bre-X lawyer headed to court in epic battle against law society BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — A prominent securities lawyer and the society that regulates the legal profession in Ontario are bound for court in the latest round of an epic battle started in the aftermath of the billiondollar Bre-X mining fiasco in the late 1990s. Closely watched by the legal profession, the contest pits Joe Groia, who successfully defended the only person charged in the history-making securities scandal, against the Law Society of Upper Canada. “There have been few cases, if any, where the (society) has been so dogged and determined to maintain a position that was so damaging to the public and profession as a whole,” Groia argues in court documents. How he behaved during the tumultuous Bre-X courtroom odyssey is what’s at issue. The society maintains Groia misbehaved to such an extent in defending Bre-X vice-president John Felderhof that he warranted a two-month suspension and ordered him to pay $247,000 in costs — reduced on initial appeal in March to one month and $200,000. Among other things, the panel faulted the Toronto lawyer for repeatedly slagging the prosecution. It also cited critical comments made by several judges involved in the labyrinthine hearings against Felderhof, a geologist, who was ultimately acquitted of fraud. One judge said Groia was “prone to rhetorical excess and sarcasm” and “petulant invective,” while another said he was engaged in “guerilla theatre.”
Groia denies any unprofessional conduct, maintaining he was simply defending his client against a no-holds-barred prosecution. The punishment handed him, he argues, follows an “unprecedented and dangerous” disciplinary proceeding and should be set aside or, at the very least, new hearings ordered. Most importantly, he asserts, if the society’s sanctions stand, it could have a chilling effect on the vigour with which lawyers defend their clients in tough cases and could undermine the independence of the courts. Both sides, claiming the legal and ethical high ground, are firmly dug in in the high-stakes fight involving some of the country’s top-drawer lawyers. Groia’s documents, now filed with Ontario Divisional Court, lay out his position in dramatic language. “If the appeal panel’s decision is allowed to stand, it will undermine the independence of the judiciary, interfere with the conduct of proceedings before the courts, and damage the public interest by allowing (the law society) to meddle in trials,” Goia’s factum states. “Lawyers now face the prospect of ruinous disciplinary proceedings based on alleged ’incivility’ with no benchmark against which to judge their conduct of a case on behalf of their clients.” In its cross-appeal filed last week, the society is calling for the initial two-month, $247,000 cost award to be reinstated, saying its own appeal panel made legal errors in reducing the punishment.
Please see BRE-X on Page A9
TORONTO — Investors will have their hands full this week amid a heavy roster of corporate earnings and top-drawer economic data, including the latest growth figures in Canada and the United States and American jobless data. Geopolitical concerns will also rank high as traders look to new developments in the Russia-Ukraine crisis. Worries about a worsening in tensions eroded market gains at the end of last week and indexes closed little changed with the TSX up 33 points and the Dow industrials down 47 points. Indexes had been modestly higher in the wake of a string of positive earnings reports. “Markets have reacted very well to (earnings),” said Gareth Watson, vice-president investment management and research, Richardson GMP Ltd., adding that it was particularly gratifying that there haven’t been any massive downgrades to corporate guidance. “Earnings are doing well; probably revenue not as well so there are still concerns over the top line growth to a large degree. But obviously bottom line growth has been coming in better than expected.” Oilpatch earnings will be closely watched since that sector is the best-performing group on the TSX year to date, up about 15 per cent. Companies reporting include Imperial Oil (TSX:IMO), Suncor (TSX:SU) Cenovus Energy (TSX:CVE) and Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ). Analysts say oilsands producers, in particular, will benefit from an improvement in pricing for the heavy oil known as Western Canadian Select. It currently has a discount of only US$18.68 compared with West Texas Intermediate crude, the North American benchmark, giving it a price of about US$83 a barrel. That is a huge improvement from a year ago when the price was US$69. One reason for the improvement is that a BP refinery in Whiting, Ind., that processes heavy crude has reopened after being taken offline for refurbishment. “Because of the shutdown, you didn’t have the demand and so, as a consequence of that, it’s one of the big reasons why Canadian feedstock fell,” said Bob Gorman, chief portfolio strategist at TD Waterhouse. “Now the refinery is back online, that supplydemand imbalance has diminished a lot and so the price the producers are getting for heavy oil is significantly better than it was. “So Canadian Natural Resources is quite big in this space (and) last year their quarter was about 37 cents (EPS). I think you will have a number that may be close to double that.” On the economic front, traders will look to a twoday meeting of the Federal Reserve’s Open Market Committee for the latest word on interest rates. Chairwoman Janet Yellen indicated after the last meeting that short-term rates currently near zero could start to increase six months after the central bank ends its bond buying program, meaning rates could start to rise in mid-2015. But that didn’t quite match the message in the Fed’s communique and markets will be looking for some clarification. “There was quite the mixed message between the statement and Yellen’s press conference, and speeches by other Fed officials,” said Doug Porter, chief economist for BMO Capital Markets.
Students getting poor tax grades TALBOT BOGGS
MONEYWISE
Canadian students qualify for a healthy menu of tax credits but the majority don’t have enough knowledge to confidently prepare and file their tax returns. A recent report for H&R Block found Canadian students are sadly deficient in their knowledge of taxes. More than three quarters said they didn’t have enough knowledge to confidently prepare and file their tax return even though 28 per cent file their own returns. When asked to rate their own tax knowl-
edge the students gave themselves a 2.8 on a scale of one to five. Forty-five per cent “have no clue” how long their unused tuition and education amounts can be carried forward. The majority of students said they wished they knew more about taxes and finances, and more than a third who prepared their own returns were disappointed by their tax refund. “Students qualify for some of the most generous tax credits available, so it’s impor-
Harley Richards, Business Editor, 403-314-4337 E-mail hrichards@reddeeradvocate.com
>>>>
tant they understand how to maximize their tax return and claim everything they’re entitled to,” said Cleo Hamel, senior tax analyst for H&R Block. “Even when asked fairly straightforward questions about tax returns, most students did not know the correct answer. This survey speaks to the financial literacy issue — parents and schools need to step up and help our youth get better informed.”
Please see TAXES on Page xA9
SEE MORE ONLINE AT WWW.REDDEERADVOCATE.COM
RED DEER ADVOCATE Monday, April 28, 2014 A9
Potential drone boom gives state hope ANOTHER GROWTH MARKET FOR NORTH DAKOTA, BESIDES ENERGY BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON — Forget the North Dakota energy boom. How about a drone boom? State and federal officials have big hopes for the growth of what are known as unmanned aircraft systems. And North Dakota has positioned itself well to take advantage of its unique attributes: A first-ofits-kind academic program, an established military presence, a strong commitment from state and federal officials to find funding, and even the weather. “North Dakota made a conscious decision, several years ago, that they wanted to focus on this,” said Ben Gielow, general counsel for the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International, a group that promotes unmanned systems and robotics. He added, “North Dakota is one of the leaders and a model that we point to.” The result is a growing footprint for a new and potentially lucrative business: According to a report compiled by AUVSI last year, drones have the potential to create more than 100,000 jobs and more than $80 billion in economic growth between now and 2025. Domestic drones could yield big rewards for states that invest now, said Greg McNeal, a law professor at Pepperdine University who researches drones. “Basically, you’re saying that you want to be a hub for technological development, that you want to be the new Silicon Valley,” McNeal said. “And that Silicon Valley might be in North Dakota, but it might not be in a state like Texas because of anti-drone legislation.” Becoming a nexus of drone research could build on the state’s oil prosperity. Drilling at the Bakken and Three Forks shale formations have led the state’s oil production to surge over the past several years, bringing economic stability, population growth and low unemployment. The push to make North Dakota a drone leader as well got a boost this month when Michael Huerta, the Federal Aviation Administration administrator, announced in Grand Forks that his agency had granted North Dakota a two-year certificate to begin flying small drone test flights. That’s the first of six FAA-selected test sites to get such approval. North Dakota is one of six states, along with Alaska, Nevada, New York, Texas and Virginia, picked to research integrating drones into the civilian airspace. The FAA does not yet allow the commercial use of drones, but is working on operational guidelines and has said as many as 7,500 small commercial drones could be flying within five years of getting widespread access to U.S. skies. Grand Forks, the location of the FAA’s approved test site, is at the centre of the state’s drone ambitions. The Air Force is expected in June to finalize a
STORIES FROM PAGE A8
TAXES: Goodies available to students Here’s a taste of the menu of tax goodies that are available to Canadian students. Students can claim a credit for textbooks. Post-secondary students can claim $65 for every month they qualify for the education amount and part-time students can claim $20 per qualifying month. The credit does not depend on how many textbooks you purchase, it is standard for every student who qualifies. Scholarships and bursaries are tax-free if the related program qualifies for the education amount. This includes scholarships at the elementary and secondary school level, but not post-doctoral. Students who depend on transit to get to campus can claim the transit tax credit. You need the receipts and transit passes to back up your claim. Students turning 19 before April 1, 2015, should file a 2013 tax return even if they had no income. This will allow them to collect the GST/HST credit for the first payment period following their birthday. No matter who paid the tuition, the student will receive a T2202A for the amount of tuition paid. If you do not receive a T2202A, you cannot claim tuition. The form allows you to claim tuition and education amounts as well as the textbook tax credit. A student must use their tuition and education amounts on their tax return first to reduce their tax payable to zero before deciding whether to transfer an amount to a parent, grandparent or spouse. The student can transfer up to $5,000 in one year and any amount remaining is carried forward to use in future years. Once the credits are carried forward, they cannot be transferred. If you have an RRSP, you can withdraw up to $10,000 per year without penalty to finance your post-secondary or post-graduate studies (to a maximum of $20,000). Students must be enrolled full-time to qualify for the lifelong learning plan or have a written offer to participate in a full-time program. Spouses and common-law partners can use the LLP for each other’s schooling. Once funds are repaid to the RRSP, a student can begin participating in the LLP again. If you move more than 40 km to take a summer job, you may be able to claim moving expenses against your employment income at the new location. Deductible expenses include
File photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
One of several small drones designed for use by law enforcement and first responders is shown at University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, N.D. Michael Huerta, the Federal Aviation Administration administrator, has announced his agency had granted North Dakota a two-year certificate to begin flying a small drone. 50-year lease at Grand Sky, an aerospace and technology park in the city. That facility will be anchored by defence contractor Northrop Grumman Corp. With the FAA’s designation, state officials and others hope to attract more investment and interest. Privacy issues tend to hover over any discussion of investment in domestic drones. North Dakota has largely avoided a backlash by working on the issue proactively. When Gov. Jack Dalrymple set up a committee to oversee the Grand Forks site’s operations, he included establishing public safety procedures and privacy restrictions as core goals. John Villasenor, a UCLA professor and nonresident senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, said privacy issues chilled drone investment in some states, “but drones have many applications, such as crop spraying, that don’t raise privacy concerns at all.” The first FAA-approved test flights next month will showcase that sort of use. The Draganflyer X4ES will fly over North Dakota State University’s Carrington Research Extension Center. Missions are scheduled for the summer over Sullys Hill National Game Preserve near Devils Lake. In both cases, they will avoid private property and
travel, transportation, storage and the cost of meals and temporary accommodation for up to 15 days. Interest on government and provincial student loans that you are repaying is deductible. Loans and credit lines outside of the government program are not deductible. “Understanding your tax return is an important part of your financial plan and you should be involved in the preparation,” said Hamel. “No one wants to pay the taxman more money than necessary, so spending time to make sure your return is completed correctly may mean a few extra dollars on your refund.” Talbot Boggs is a Toronto-based business communications professional who has worked with national news organizations, magazines and corporations in the finance, retail, manufacturing and other industrial sectors.
BRE-X: Fight goes on The decision by the disciplinary panel that heard the case was “reasonable and entitled to deference,” according to the society’s factum. Divisional Court is expected to grapple with the case in the fall but it seems unlikely it will stop there, no matter what the decision. “Joe looks forward to having the serious and important issues raised by this appeal, involving the independence of the judiciary, freedom of speech and the public interest in a vigorous and unfettered defence bar, aired and decided in a court of law,” said Groia’s lawyer, Earl Cherniak. Coincidentally, the last civil actions arising out of the Bre-X collapse, in which claims of an Indonesian gold find turned out to be bogus, ended with a whimper last week when lawyers for the investors gave up their fight.
focus on research of agriculture-related uses. NDSU’s extension service is examining how drones can be used to improve seed applications, fertilizer and pesticide, which could potentially reduce costs and improve crop performance. The drones will also collect data designed to help look at how they can be integrated into commercial airspace. While the state already had the University of North Dakota’s first-of-its-kind unmanned aircraft degree program. Gielow also cited the presence of the Air Force’s unmanned aircraft mission at the Grand Forks Air Force Base as a reason for the state’s strong position. North Dakota officials have also spent money to welcome drone research. The state put more than $14 million in the Grand Forks site, and the congressional delegation has consistently pitched federal officials that it would be a good home for drone research. Then there is North Dakota itself. The weather provides a variety of test conditions, and the relatively small population and lack of commercial air traffic make it an attractive location to run test flights. “For testing purposes, that is what you want,” Gielow said.
European banks to close accounts of U.S. citizens or deny them loans. But some of those surrendering citizenship say their reasons are as much about life as about taxes, particularly since the U.S. government does not tax Americans abroad on their first $96,600 in yearly income. Decisions to renounce “are driven by a whole range of emotional considerations. ... You’ve got anger, you’ve got fear, you’ve got a strong sense of indignation,” said John Richardson, a Toronto lawyer who advises people on expatriation. “For many of these people, this is not a tax issue at all.” Even some who acknowledge tax worries say decisions to renounce are far more complicated than a simple desire to avoid paying. Peter Dunn, born in Chicago and raised in Alaska, moved to Canada to pursue a graduate degree in theology. He met his wife, Catherine, and they made Toronto home when her work as one of the owners of an aviation maintenance firm made her the breadwinner. Dunn remained an American. But
he was alarmed by a change in U.S. law requiring those with more than $2 million in assets to pay an exit tax if they gave up citizenship. He didn’t have $2 million. But his wife was doing well enough that he imagined one day they could get there. The idea of the U.S. government taxing his Canadian wife’s money didn’t seem right. “When I learned about that, I decided that to protect my wife, I better expatriate,” he says. Corine Mauch arrived at the same decision by a different route. Mauch was born a U.S. citizen to Swiss parents who were college students in Iowa. They lived in the U.S. until she was 5, then again for two more years before she turned 11. Mauch maintained dual citizenship even after she was elected to Zurich’s city council. But when she became mayor, she reconsidered. During the last American presidential election, “I asked myself ‘Where do I feel at home?’ And the answer is clear: In Zurich and in Switzerland. My attachment to America is limited to my very early youth,” Mauch said.
Meet your 2014 Servus Credit Union
CITIZENSHIP: Hits nerve over scandals
Board of Directors
Last fall, singer Tina Turner, a resident of Switzerland since 1995, relinquished her U.S. passport. But Saverin’s decision, in particular, hit a political nerve, along with scandals surrounding UBS and Credit Suisse, which were caught matching wealthy Americans with offshore accounts. In recent years, federal officials have stepped up pursuit of potential tax evaders, using the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act which requires that Americans overseas report assets to the IRS or pay stiff penalties. Those trying to comply complain of costly fees for accountants and lawyers, having to report the income of non-American spouses, and decisions by some
(Front, L to R), John Lamb, Doug Hastings, Peter Elzinga
(Back, L to R) Jonathon Holt, Darcy Mykytyshyn, Alison Starke, Perry Dooley, Dianne Brown, William J. (Bill) Anhorn, Penny Reeves, Simon Neigum, Amy Corrigan
As a Servus member-owner, you have a say in how your credit union operates. Our 12 Directors are members themselves, and they’re elected by members like you. Their job is to guide Servus in our efforts to create value for all our member-owners, serving your needs and those of your communities. Servus Credit Union is a member-owned financial institution serving nearly 390,000 members from more than 100 locations in 62 communities. The credit union’s vision of building a better world—one member at a time inspires a commitment to provide sound, advice-based financial products and services; help members achieve personal satisfaction, enjoy financial stability and a good quality of life; and improve the communities where its members live and work. For more information, call toll-free 187SERVUSCU/1.877.378.8728 or visit servus.ca.
feel good about your money.
46542D26&28
D I L B E R T
A10 RED DEER ADVOCATE Monday, April 28, 2014 FOR BETTER OR FOR WORSE
HI & LOIS
PEANUTS
BLONDIE
HAGAR
BETTY
PICKLES
GARFIELD
LUANN APRIL 28 2001 — A Russian rocket launches from Central Asia with the first space tourist aboard. 1996 — Winnipeg Jets play their final game as a team, and are eliminated from the playoffs, losing to the Detroit Red Wings 4-1. The team would relocate to Phoenix the next season. A new Winnipeg Jets franchise would join the NHL for 2011-12 season 1972 — Ottawa starts building 1,690 km long
highway from Alberta border to Tuktoyaktuk, NWT. 1967 — Muhammad Ali refuses induction into the U.S. Army and is stripped of boxing title. He cited religious grounds for his refusal. 1945 — Truce arranged between Canadian and German forces in Holland. 1919 — Canada joins 41 other countries as they unanimously accept the Covenant of the League of Nations. 1868 — Finance Minister John Rose brings down the first Canadian budget after Confederation
ARGYLE SWEATER
RUBES
TODAY IN HISTORY
TUNDRA
SUDOKU Complete the grid so that every row, every column and 3x3 box contains every digit from 1 through 9. SHERMAN‛S LAGOON
Solution
ENTERTAINMENT
A11
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2014
No sandwich summit IRON SHEIK MAD ROB FORD A NO SHOW AT SUB SHOP DURING HOT DOCS FESTIVAL TORONTO — Rob Ford has earned the wrath of wrestling star The Iron Sheik after the Toronto mayor declined a request to break bread with him at a sandwich shop on Saturday. The Iranian-born champion of the ring and social media is the subject of The Sheik, which made its world premiere at Toronto’s Hot Docs film festival on Saturday night. Page Magen, one of the Sheik’s agents and a producer of the doc, said a Ford staffer had earlier texted him to say they’d try to free up the mayor to meet with the wrestler at a sub shop hours before the screening. But the embattled mayor didn’t turn up — annoying the 72-year-old moustachioed Sheik. “Rob Ford...we invited you to come to the Belly Buster’s (shop), you didn’t show up,” he said. But Ford’s chief of staff Dan Jacobs stiff-armed that account, saying in an email “there was never any plan in place for them to meet, nor was there even an invitation received.” “The story was nothing but a publicity stunt.” Ford’s mayoral-race rival Olivia Chow did arrive, however. She mugged for the cameras with the Sheik’s wrestling belt slung over her shoulder, and won the aging grappler’s endorsement. The last time the Sheik was in Toronto in November, he stopped by City Hall to chal-
lenge Ford to an arm-wrestling match. But he never got to meet Ford amid the media circus that erupted over the mayor’s admission that he had smoked crack cocaine while in office. In an interview at Hot Docs on Friday, the Sheik said he had some things to discuss with Ford at the subway shop, which Magen co-owns with twin brother Jian. “I want to let him know that ... it’s no good to smoke crack and come on national TV,” the Sheik, whose real name is Hossein Khosrow Vaziri. “He’s supposed to be a role model for Toronto. ... I wish I could see him to suplex him, put him in the Camel Clutch, make him humble.” The World Wrestling Entertainment hall of famer also tried crack during a dark period in his life following the murder of one of his three daughters in 2003. The Magen brothers started shooting footage of Vaziri for the doc at his Georgia home in 2006, and he’s seen on camera suffering from a drug and alcohol dependency, which he says he’s now over. “I worked very hard on the road all year round and I lost my daughter and I was depressed, and I had a bad friend and I made a mistake,” he said, sitting in a wheelchair flanked by the Magen brothers. “I paid for my dues, millions of millions of dollars I lost. But recently I saw the light, and Jesus and God helped me. “I’m sober and my two young agents, the Magen boys,
are helping me and made the movie for me, The Sheik movie, and I changed completely.” Directed by Igal Hecht, The Sheik outlines Vaziri’s life — from his time wrestling and working as a bodyguard for the Shah in Iran, to his rise to fame as a villain in the WWE in the U.S. and his struggle to become sober. Other wrestlers featured in the doc include Hulk Hogan, Jake Roberts, Mick Foley, Dwayne Johnson and Bret Hart. “Without Iron Sheik (there would be) no Hulkamania,” said Vaziri, wearing an Arab headdress and holding up his medals from the NWA Hall of Fame and Amateur Athletic Union Greco-Roman wrestling. Indeed, Vaziri is widely credited with helping launch Hulkamania in the 1980s after Hogan escaped his signature Camel Clutch chin-lock move and pinned him in Madison Square Garden to win his first WWF Championship. “I make Hulk Hogan to be Hulkamania,” said Vaziri. “Because I was a champion before him, I lost my belt to him.” Vaziri said someone offered him $100,000 to break Hogan’s leg during that match and “take the belt to the Midwest of Minnesota,” but he declined. “I didn’t do it because of my company boss, Mr. (Vince) McMahon. He is No. 1 promoter to me, nice to me.” Vaziri said Toronto is close to his heart as he had some big matches at the city’s now-shuttered Maple Leaf Gardens. “I beat Angelo Mosca, one of the great football players
Photo by THE CANADIAN PRESS
Former wrestler the Iron Sheik is pictured in Toronto as he promotes the new documentary, The Sheik on Friday. The Iron Sheik was promoting his latest project at the Hot Docs film festival. — nobody beat him — I beat him at Maple Leaf Gardens. I became champion and I cannot forget Maple Leaf Gardens. I cannot forget about Toronto.” These days, Vaziri is a grandfather and a hit on social media sites including Twitter, where he posts expletive-laden trash talk befitting his Iron Sheik persona. “Some days I’m in a good mood and sometimes I’m bad,” he said. “The knee bothers me, the ankle bothers me (from) many years of wrestling in the ring.” Vaziri credits the Magen brothers, who are seen in the doc, with helping revive his career and overcome his battle with addiction. The twins said Vaziri, who knew their father, was like a
Willie Nelson earns another bit of fame in Austin THE ASSOCIATED PRESS In this town, Oscar winner Matthew McConaughey takes a backseat to Willie Nelson. The country music icon who has an Austin street named after him and is celebrated with an 8-foot bronze likeness downtown added another backyard honour with a spot in the inaugural class of the Austin City Limits Hall of Fame on Saturday night. McConaughey, who last month won his first Academy Award for best actor in Dallas Buyers Club, inducted his friend and fellow Texan with simplicity. “There would be no Austin City Limits without Willie Nelson,” McConaughey said. Keeping the show roll-
ing later, McConaughey slipped in his signature “All right, all right, all right” — a segue that felt at home in this city that was the backdrop to the 1993 film Dazed and Confused and began the actor’s rise to stardom. Nelson, who will celebrate his 81st birthday next week by receiving his fifth-degree black belt in martial arts, was the first Austin City Limits performer in 1974 on what is now the longestrunning television music program in the U.S. Fellow country icons Emmylou Harris and Lyle Lovett joined the “Red Headed Stranger” on stage for a string of hits including On the Road Again and Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die. “It means a lot. It’s Austin City Limits and
“childhood hero” to them and they felt compelled to go to Atlanta to help him when they heard of his struggles. Jian noted the Sheik has outlived many of his peers and remarkably made a comeback. “He’s 72 years old, which in the wrestling world is like 150. This man has the heart and the motor of a ’67 Chevy. However, his bones are pretty beat up. “I think it’s a true testament for him and his perseverance and his athleticism growing up as to how he’s alive today.” Said Vaziri: “I talk to all my wrestling fans, Twitter fans, to let them know I’m still surviving. “ºGod bless Jesus or Muhammad or Allah to be behind me, and I’m still surviving.”
MONDAYS ARE
$
2 FOR 19 pmTUESDAYS - Close
Willie Nelson: a spot in the inaugural class of the Austin City Limits Hall of Fame. Austin — the music capital of the world,” Nelson said before the show. Also inducted were Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble, longtime show producer Bill Arhos and former University of Texas football coach Darrell Royal, whose “pickin’ parties” with guitar songwriters at his Austin home after games helped inspire the show. The ceremony was held in the show’s original intimate soundstage on the University of Texas at Austin campus, instead of a new 2,000-seat downtown venue where
39
“DATE NIGHT”
9 pm - Close - 2 games of Bowling - 2 Appetizers - 2 Adult Beverages
BUY 1 GAME OF BOWLING, GET 1 FREE Food and Beverage Specials
tapings moved several years ago. Austin City Limits will air its 40th season starting in the fall.
Easy To Learn ... Easy To Play Healthful Social Activity
403.309.6387 #8, 6200 - 67A St.
(Located in the Heritage Plaza behind and NE of Cash Casino)
54079D7-28
BY THE CANADIAN PRESS
www.heritagelanes.com
CENTRAL ALBERTA....
SHOW US YOUR PICTURES!
WESTERNER PARK (PARKING LOT) UNDER THE BIG TOP • MAY 23-25, 2014
The Red Deer Advocate in partnership with the Royal Canadian Circus is giving away One VIP package each day of the Circus May 23 - 25 and you could be a winner!
Submit your photos of your Central Alberta experiences for a chance to win a $100 GIFT CARD from McBain Camera.
EACH PACKAGE INCLUDES: • Back stage tour for 8 behind the scenes & meet Marie & Shelly the Elephants
• Elephant ride for 2 at the intermission
Entries can be mailed or dropped off at the Red Deer Advocate, 2950 Bremner Ave. Red Deer T4R 1M9
Mail or Drop photos off at: 2950 Bremner Ave. Red Deer, AB.T4R 1M9 or Email to: specialsections@ reddeeradvocate.com
Contest closes Monday, May 5. Winner will be contacted on Tuesday, May 6, 2014
Deadline April 30, 2013
Name _______________________________ Phone # ______________________________ Address ______________________________ _____________________________________ Email ________________________________ No cash value. No facsimiles will be accepted.
Please include your name and location of the photo for publication purposes.
48431D30
Special thanks to
• Being part of the Opening & Closing Ceremonies with the ringmaster
www.royalcanadiancircus.ca
46711D8
• 8 VIP Tickets
Photos submitted may be used in this year’s “Things to Do in Central Alberta” feature coming out May 10!
LIFESTYLE
A12
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2014
Husband needs ex-wife in his life for the kids Dear Annie: My husband and I have whatever she asks. They text back and been married for three years. He has forth for hours on end, and she calls three teenage children from a previ- daily and not about the kids. It has ous marriage. reached the point where my husband His ex-wife is manipuhides all communication lative and controlling. She with her and deletes her gets my husband to fix her texts so I can’t see them. I’m stairs, give her gas money sure it’s so we won’t fight and pay for the kids’ school about it. trips and extras, even My husband was emotionthough that is part of the ally abused by this woman child support. And somefor 15 years. He is a good how, we always end up with person with a heart of gold, the kids here. Every weekbut she’s taught the kids end, she coincidently “has that Dad is a mean, crabby to work.” My husband and person. Any discipline or I have no time to be alone rules he tried to enforce together. His ex has brainwere undermined by his ex MITCHELL washed the kids about me, in front of the kids. My hus& SUGAR convincing them I’m a horband now does the “guilt rible person and a threat to parenting,” not wanting to their existence. I’ve been upset the kids or the ex, so nothing but welcoming, posthe kids have no rules and itive and kind, and I attend all of their are given everything they want. I’m alactivities. so losing trust, because my husband is She is trying to destroy our mar- so secretive about everything pertainriage, and it has caused major stress. ing to her or the children. He refuses My husband always takes the path of counseling. He seems more concerned least resistance, which means doing about his ex than about our marriage.
ANNIE ANNIE
HOROSCOPES MONDAY, APRIL 28 ARIES (March 21-April 19): Deep down, CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DATE: you know your own truth - the question now Jay Leno, 63; Penelope Cruz, 39; Jorge Gra- is how to apply that knowledge to help you cia, 40 move forward. Today you will understand THOUGHT OF THE DAY: what this rightful path towards Today, will be one of those days more financial stability and comwhen you are very much in tune fort in your life is. Allow for more with the undercurrents happenpeace of mind to enter now. ing around you. You’ll be able TAURUS (April 20-May 20): to understand what needs to be Take a more relaxed pace to the changed in order to move forday, accept invitations to hang ward in practical ways. out with friends. A new start is Comfort and stability are inright around the corner and promtertwined with purpose now. Life ises to be very rewarding, but slows down a little in order for you must let go of the stubbornyou to make the necessary adness and allow for the positive justments towards more peace changes in order for your dreams and harmony. to come true. LARISA MAIRA HAPPY BIRTHDAY: If today GEMINI (May 21-June 20): OZOLINS is your birthday, this year will The vision you have for your cabe one of letting go of the past reer is slowly coming into fruihabits and redefining your truth. tion. Today take a slower pace This year will bring about a more to allow for more relaxation and practical approach and these changes will hard work later on. Comfort is your primary be long lasting and very rewarding, not only goal today and this will provide you with that financially but also with further development jump into the future soon. Make peace with of your natural skills. yourself. Some aspect of self will be let go in order CANCER (June 21-July 22): The reality to have a profitable year. Welcome in the of your dreams is coming true for you. abundance! Today will be a day to make time for
SUN SIGNS
Any advice? — Hurt and Confused Dear Hurt: Your husband is more concerned about losing his children’s affection (not his ex) than anything else. She is a nightmare, but he won’t stand up for himself. And when it turns into an argument with you, it only adds to the problem. We know you want “alone” time, but his kids are part of the package, and you must schedule around them, the same as any other parent. If you need counseling, please get it, even if your husband won’t go. Meanwhile, you can find help through the National Stepfamily Resource Center (stepfamilies.info). Dear Annie: My sister’s daughterin-law is pregnant with her first child, and my sister is in a dilemma about whether or not to host a baby shower. Her son and daughter-in-law never come to any family functions, and his wife has never attended any family bridal and baby shower. I seriously doubt that any family members would recognize her if they passed her on the street. Is it tacky to have a baby shower and invite family members who really don’t
know her? — Baby Shower Dilemma Dear Dilemma: Technically, showers should not be given by immediate family members (e.g., grandma-to-be). Nonetheless, we know many people do this anyway. A shower is about providing for the child. Your sister wants to do something nice for her daughterin-law and ensure a good relationship with the new grandchild. It’s OK to invite family members, and those who don’t wish to attend (for any reason) can RSVP that they won’t be there. Dear Annie: “Concerned Reader” wrote in response to the letter from “Need Help,” the teenager with mood swings, painful headaches and weakness. “Concerned” suggested testing for Lyme disease. I’d like to add to that excellent suggestion that if the regular test is inconclusive, it is important to get a Western Blot Test that is more thorough. I know because it saved a friend from being misdiagnosed. — Concerned Reader Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.
friends, and those at a distance. Letting go of stubbornness will allow new opportunities to grow so that you can prosper in the near future. Relax and take comfort that a solid path is ahead. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The bond you share with others now will help you build and develop your career beyond what you thought possible. If you feel like you are reluctant to take advice, make sure it is not an old belief clouding your vision. Your public status will take a profound step forward now. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You will feel inspired by those close friendships in your life. They will not only help you view life with new eyes, but will help you develop the practical vision you need in order to make it a reality. Love is the only source of pure inspiration in this world — open your arms to it now. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Visions of a better life for yourself and those significant relationships in your life are just around the corner. For now, relax and discuss your shared resources and how you will go about investing next. A new prosperous start is coming soon. Dream big and be inspired. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Today you are more in tune with others. There is a greater sense of self-expression as you are able to sort out where others stand on certain matters. Express yourself in the most beautiful
and poetic way possible today and watch one to one contacts flourish. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): A greater understanding of family and your roots will help you make the required adjustments to your daily life and work. It is a slower day while you are letting go of daily patterns that no longer serve you. Take time to adjust your sails towards practicality. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You are very much in tune with what you want to express and how to actually express it. The only real issue will be to let go of any past emotional upsets with others. A new vision is writing itself out. Focus on the practical assessment of getting your projects off the ground. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A greater awareness of your values towards family members and your roots is being seen today. This will not only allow you to understand your vision of family, but will give you a more grounded sense of wellbeing and personal worth within the family unit. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A greater awareness of how to get your point across to others will come about now. Today is perfect to sit and contemplate what you want to attract into your life. Your mind will be geared towards making long lasting changes to create more peace and stability in your vision. Larisa Maira Ozolins is an internationally syndicated astrologer and columnist. Her column appears daily in the Advocate.
ONLY
FOR ALBERTA’S RICHEST EARLY BIRD
340,352
$
2014
+ Trip to Italy + $10,000
EARLY BIRD DEADLINE:
47226D28
MIDNIGHT, THURSDAY MAY 8 TICKETS $ 100 each / 3 for $250 / 5 for $375 / 8 for $525
3 DREAM
HOMES TO WIN!
1-800-441-0465 | 780-424-6161 | fullhouse.ca EDMONTON & AREA
Full House Lottery is in support of the University Hospital Foundation and the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation. 4,000 prizes valued at over $6.4 million available with 55,552 tickets at $100 each, 19,712 sets of 3 for $250, 5,018 sets of 5 for $375 and 4,928 sets of 8 for $525. Loyalty draw April 9 and Early Bird Draw May 28 to be held at Calder Bateman 10241-109 Street, Edmonton. Final draws June 23 - June 26, 2014 at the Coast Edmonton Plaza 10155-105 Street, Edmonton, with the final live draws occurring at 640 Howatt Drive SW, Edmonton. If all tickets are sold before midnight, May 8, 2014, draws will begin May 28, 2014 (with approval from AGLC). All prizes must be accepted as awarded. All prizes may not be exactly as shown. 50/50 Extra tickets available are 10,490 at $10 each, 31,774 sets of 5 for $25, and 22,015 sets of 15 for $50. There will be a minimum guaranteed payout of $400,000 or 50% of 50/50 Extra ticket sales (whichever is greater). Purchasers are not required to purchase a Full House Lottery Ticket to be eligible to purchase a ticket in the 50/50 Extra Lottery. Please visit fullhouse.ca for a complete list of rules and regulations. Must be 18 years of age or older to purchase. Tickets may only be purchased or sold within Alberta. Full House Lottery Licence 370645 50/50 Extra Lottery Licence 372381
SPORTS
B1 St. Louis is singing the Blues
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2014
BLACKHAWKS DOMINATE GAME 6 TO SEND BLUES PACKING FROM PLAYOFFS BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Blackhawks 5 Blues 1 CHICAGO — First, it was Jonathan Toews on a power play, and then Patrick Sharp got loose on a breakaway. Andrew Shaw tipped one home, and it was all over. One dazzling stretch for the Chicago Blackhawks put an end to their tight first-round series against the St. Louis Blues. Duncan Keith had a goal and three assists, and the Blackhawks used a four-goal third period to finish off the Blues with a 5-1 victory in Game 6 on Sunday. “It feels good to contribute in a big game,” Keith said, “and I think just the main thing for me is just being able to move on and get a couple days to relax and just regroup and focus on the next round.” Chicago won four in a row after a slow start in St. Louis. The defending Stanley Cup champions will play the winner of the Minnesota-Colorado series in the Western Conference semifinals. The Avalanche lead the Wild 3-2 heading into Game 6 in Minnesota on Monday night. Toews, Sharp and Shaw scored in the first 7 ½ minutes of the third and Keith closed out the scoring as the Blackhawks improved to 14-2 in home playoff games over the past two seasons. Bryan Bickell scored in the first and Corey Crawford made 35 saves, keeping Chicago in a tie game when St. Louis controlled the second period. “They were dominating the first 40 minutes here and we came back with maybe the best period of the year,” coach Joel Quenneville said. T.J. Oshie scored for the Blues, who outshot the Blackhawks 36-27. Ryan Miller finished with 22 saves. St. Louis went 0 for 6 in 10 minutes of power-play time over the first two periods, wasting a chance to take the lead. The Blues went 2 for 29 with the man advantage for the series.
Photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chicago Blackhawks’ Patrick Sharp scores against St. Louis Blues goalie Ryan Miller during the third period in Game 6 of a first-round NHL playoff series in Chicago, Sunday. The Blackhawks won the game 5-1 and won the series 4-2. “I think both the PK and (Crawford) won the game and the series ultimately,” Quenneville said. “I think that was the big factor in us getting through.” The Blackhawks also struggled on the power play, but they scored when it mattered most. With Jay Bouwmeester in the box for tripping, Keith made a nice stop
to keep the puck in the St. Louis zone, and then sent a pass over to Toews. The captain beat Miller over his right shoulder for a 2-1 lead just 44 seconds into the third. It was Toews’ third game-winning goal of the series. He also scored on a breakaway in overtime of Friday night’s 3-2 win.
Toews’ 23rd career post-season goal seemed to take the air out of the Blues, and it got even worse for St. Louis. Sharp got loose for a breakaway, shook off a stick to the face by defenceman Kevin Shattenkirk and slid a shot past Miller.
Please see HAWKS on Page B2
Rangers push Flyers to edge of elimination BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Rangers 4 Flyers 2 NEW YORK — Henrik Lundqvist didn’t allow a bad ending to the second period wreck an otherwise good day for the New York Rangers. Lundqvist was the beneficiary of a three-goal lead that was trimmed to two when the Philadelphia Flyers got their power play to work in the closing seconds of the middle period. But the Rangers kept it together in the third, withstood a late surge, and pushed the Flyers to the brink of elimination with a 4-2 victory Sunday. “The biggest part to me was to calm down and not be too upset about it,” Lundqvist said of Vinny Lecavalier’s goal with 32.6 seconds left that made it 3-1. “It is really frustrating to sit here when you give up a goal like that late in the period. “It was just about letting it go and
being focused on the right things going into the third.” Brad Richards and Dominic Moore scored in the second to make it 3-0. Lundqvist stopped 24 shots and didn’t face more than 10 in any period. The only other puck that got past him was Claude Giroux’s goal with 1:29 left after the Flyers pulled goalie Steve Mason. Defenceman Marc Staal gave the Rangers the lead in the first, and Brian Boyle ended the drama with an emptynet goal with 15 seconds remaining. Moore helped seal the win when he raced up ice to negate an icing call and fed Boyle. New York leads the series 3-2 and can advance to the second round with a win Tuesday in Philadelphia. If necessary, a deciding seventh game would be back at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday. The teams have alternated wins this series. “We took back the advantage, and
we have to win one now,” Richards said. “We put ourselves in a good position. We were in control for most of the game. They got a little sneaky there at the end.” Mason wasn’t nearly as sharp in his second straight start following a lateseason injury. He stopped 18 shots after his 37-save effort in a 2-1 victory in Game 4 got the Flyers even. “As you go through a series, you have to keep elevating your game because the other side will,” Rangers forward Martin St. Louis said. “I thought we did that, and we got rewarded.” Giroux made things interesting with his first goal of the series. The Flyers went 0-2 during the season at the Garden and are 1-2 there during this series. “We’re playing well,” Giroux said. “It’s a tough building to play in. Game 6 is going to be huge. We are not looking at it like it’s our last game of the season. We’ve come back all season
long when it matters, and we’re going to stay confident.” New York is 13-2 in series it has led 3-2, but the Rangers have lost 11 straight games in which they had a series lead. Philadelphia is 7-10 in Game 6 when trailing 3-2. The Rangers increased their pressure in tight on Mason, a stated objective, and created multiple scoring chances in the second even though they managed only eight shots. New York thought it grabbed a 2-0 lead 2:14 in when St. Louis poked in a loose puck in the crease, but the play had been blown dead. The Rangers took their two-goal lead on Richards’ second of the series and 30th career playoff score. With a crowd around Mason, Richards tucked in a backhander at the left post off assists from J.T. Miller and Carl Hagelin.
Please see RANGERS on Page B2
Canadiens preparing for old rival in next playoff series BROSSARD, Que. — The Montreal Canadiens are ready to add another chapter to one of hockey’s greatest rivalries. After eliminating the Tampa Bay Lightning in four games, Montreal is preparing to face Boston in the second round of the NHL playoffs. It will be the 34th time the clubs have met in the post-season — more than any other two teams in North American pro sport — in a rivalry that dates back to 1929. “There’s been a rivalry between these two teams way before I was ever here and before I ever even knew about hockey,” Montreal defenceman Josh Gorges said Sunday. “When you look back at previous years, and you look at the history of the organizations,
those are two great organizations that have a lot of pride.” Though the second-round schedule has not been released, the series could start as early as Thursday. The teams will find out when they play once the other first-round series are complete. Boston will enjoy home-ice advantage since the Bruins finished ahead of Montreal in the regular-season standings. The Bruins had the best record (54-19-9) in the league and will play the first two games of the best-of-seven series at home. “When you play this team, you know you’re in for a tough night,” said Gorges. “Nothing comes easy against Boston.” This will be his fourth time facing the Bruins in the playoffs. “You have to fight for everything,” Gorges said. “They’re very well struc-
tured. They don’t give you much. You have to fight for your real estate, to get on the inside, to get second chances in front of the net. They have some big bodies and a lot of talented players on that team who can create things out of nothing.” Thomas Vanek, who was acquired by the Canadiens from the New York Islanders at the trade deadline in March, is new to the rivalry. However, he knows what to expect from one of the league’s toughest teams. “They have some big forwards who can really grind you out,” he said. “We need to stay positive on the bench. Against Boston especially, it’s a team that doesn’t give up much. We have to adjust to a big team that plays well and is coached well.” Vanek has been particularly successful against the Bruins in his ca-
Greg Meachem, Sports Editor, 403-314-4363 E-mail gmeachem@reddeeradvocate.com
>>>>
reer, collecting 62 points (30 goals, 32 assists) in 55 career games. “You have to beat some big teams to get the ultimate prize, and this is one of those teams,” he added. The Canadiens won three of four games against Boston in the regular season, including both games at TD Garden. The Bruins have taken seven of the last 11 playoff games between the two clubs. “What the Boston Bruins have done in the last few years in the playoffs is as good or better than any other team in the league,” said Gorges. “They’ve won a Stanley Cup in the last (three) years, they were there again last year, they won the Presidents’ Trophy ... we haven’t accomplished any of that.”
Please see HABS on Page B2
SEE MORE ONLINE AT WWW.REDDEERADVOCATE.COM
Depart from Red Deer and pick from a world of destinations. Earn Aeroplan® Miles on our 3 daily flights to Calgary. Plus, airport parking is free. Book now at aircanada.com or call your travel agent.
®
Aeroplan is a registered trademark of Aimia Canada Inc. Earn Miles for flights operated by Air Canada and the Star Alliance member airlines.
46722D28
BY THE CANADIAN PRESS
B2 RED DEER ADVOCATE Monday, April 28, 2014
Ducks fly away with series
STORIES FROM PAGE B1
HAWKS: Backbreaker “The third goal was really a backbreaker for us,” Blues coach Ken Hitchcock said. “That was really the one that hurt. We had been chasing them all series and able to catch up in games, but I thought the third goal really took the wind out of our sails.” Sharp’s first point of the playoffs sent a charge through the towel-waving sellout crowd of 22,144, and there were mocking chants of “Mil-ler! Mil-ler!” as Shaw added his second goal of the series and helped set up Keith for his second. It was an eerily similar playoff exit for St. Louis to a year ago, when the Blues also were eliminated by the defending Stanley Cup champions in six games in the first round. In that 2013 playoff series, St. Louis won the first two games at home against Los Angeles, and then lost four in a row. This year was supposed to be different, especially after the Blues acquired Miller from Buffalo on March 1. But they lost their last six games of the regular season, putting them in a first-round series against rival Chicago. St. Louis rebounded for two 4-3 overtime victories, but the Blackhawks found their stride when the series shifted to Chicago. Crawford had a shutout in Game 3, Patrick Kane scored in overtime in Game 4, and Toews’ breakaway score in St. Louis put the Blackhawks in position to advance. “It was one play here, one play there,” Blues captain David Backes said. “But it was on our stick and we needed to get the job done. We didn’t get it done and we’re going home too early.” Chicago defenceman Brent Seabrook returned from a three-game suspension. Seabrook was punished by the NHL for his hit on Backes in Game 2. “It was tough. I can’t watch hockey,” Seabrook said. “You’re hanging on every shot, every save, every play. You want to be out there helping the guys. It was obviously tough to watch it, but they did a great job.” Backes exacted a measure of revenge when he delivered a hard hit on Seabrook into the end boards in the second period. But Seabrook added two more assists and had six points for the series.
RANGERS: You make a mistake and it costs you Unlike in previous games in which the Flyers rallied after being down 2-0, New York pushed its edge to 3-0 later in the period with a big assist from Philadelphia defenceman Hal Gill, playing his first game of the series. Gill was unable to handle a rough pass at his blue line from defence partner Braydon Coburn. Moore swooped in to poke the puck behind him and skate in alone. Moore beat Mason for his second of the series and then leapt into the arms of Boyle, sending them both to the ice. “I tried to kick (the puck) up, and I kicked it back,” Gill said. “I have to make that play, and I didn’t. When you’re in the playoffs, you make a little mistake and it costs you.” Philadelphia took advantage on its fifth power play when Lecavalier scored his first of the series and 25th in 68 career playoff games. The Rangers had six shots on Mason in the first period, but Staal made it 1-0 with his first goal in 29 games, dating to Jan. 26 against New Jersey outdoors at Yankee Stadium.
HABS: Long series
• Powder Coating • Media Blasting • Over 250 Colors • Ovens up to 37’ Long
54076D2-28
In their most recent post-season encounter in 2011, the Bruins eliminated the Habs in the first round with a Game 7 overtime victory. Boston went on to win its sixth Stanley Cup. In 2008, the Canadiens beat Boston in seven games in the Eastern Conference quarter-finals, before being swept by the Bruins the following year. However, it’s less common for these rivals to face off in later rounds. The Canadiens haven’t played the Bruins outside the first round since 1992, when Boston swept Montreal in the division final. The last six meetings between the clubs have all been first-round matchups. “We’re expecting a long series,” said Canadiens forward Brendan Gallagher. “We’re playing the best team in the NHL. Every game is going to be a battle. Every game is going to be a grind. We’re putting together a game plan that can be successful.” The Canadiens have been waiting since last Tuesday, when they completed their sweep of the Lightning. So it will be a wait of at least nine days between rounds. Gallagher said the break is a little more challenging than he thought it was going to be. “You wake up every day and you just want to be playing,” he said. “The first couple of days were nice to get rested and recovered. But we’re there now. Now that we know who we’re going to play, we’re even hungrier for the puck drop. We just want to play games.” The second-round matchup was confirmed Saturday afternoon when the Bruins finished their firstround series in five games by beating the Detroit Red Wings 4-2. Boston dropped the opener before winning the next four games, scoring 14 times in the process. In order to find success, the Canadiens will have to contain Boston’s offence-minded blue-liners and an impressive power play that went 6-for-16 in the first round. Vezina Trophy finalist Tuukka Rask has been in form and forward Milan Lucic has been an offensive force with a team-high three goals against Detroit. “At the end of the day, we’re trying to win a Stanley Cup and Boston’s trying to win a Stanley Cup,” said Gorges. “That’s all that matters. That’s what you think about when you come into this series. “We want to beat these guys because we want to make the next step, get to the next level and continue fighting for the ultimate goal.”
403-343-3222 I 4617-63 St. Red Deer www.metalstripcoating.com
ERASE TWO-GOAL LEAD LATE THEN FINISH OFF STARS IN OVERTIME BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Ducks 5 Stars 4 DALLAS — Anaheim Ducks coach Bruce Boudreau was certainly trying to remain optimistic, even if he didn’t expect such a dramatic comeback. “I wasn’t confident at all,” Boudreau admitted. “You’re always hopeful. ... But deep down, you don’t really think it’s going to happen.” Well, it did. And the Ducks are moving on in the playoffs. The Ducks scored twice in the final 2:10 of regulation, and then Nick Bonino scored in overtime for a 5-4 series-clinching victory over the Dallas Stars in Game 6 on Sunday night. “It’s still hard to believe. I’ve got butterflies in my stomach,” said Bonino, who also scored one of those late regulation goals. “Scoring the winning goal in a playoff series is something you play in your driveway when you’re a kid.” Bonino got the game-winner on a wrist shot from in front of the net 2:47 into overtime after getting a pass from Andrew Cogliano, and made sure the Ducks didn’t need a Game 7 to advance in the playoffs for only the second time since winning their lone Stanley Cup title seven years ago. “We’ve done it all year. We had games when we clawed back, especially in the third period,” Cogliano said. “That’s what the playoffs are all about, to keep clawing.” The home team won in each of the first five games, but the Ducks wanted to take advantage of the first opportunity they had to end the series. Anaheim also led its openinground series 3-2 last year. But the Ducks then lost twice to Detroit, including Game 7 at home. Trevor Daley scored twice on breakaways for the Stars, , the first goal coming after he got the
Photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Anaheim Ducks centre Nick Bonino lands on Dallas Stars left wing Antoine Roussel during the third period of Game 6 of a first-round NHL playoff series in Dallas, Sunday. The Ducks won 5-4 in overtime. puck charging out of the penalty box. Daley, who also had an assist, is the only current player that was also on their last playoff team in 2008 for the Stars, who came so close to a deciding Game 7 in their first season under coach Lindy Ruff. “Sometimes hockey’s cruel,” Ruff said. “It was cruel, really cruel, to a group of guys that worked as hard as they possibly could tonight. There wasn’t one guy that was a passenger.” Bonino skated around the from behind the net and got a puck over Kari Lehtonen’s left shoulder to get the Ducks within 4-3 with 2:10 left in regulation. “After they got the first one, we were just kind of on our heels too much,” Stars forward Ryan Garbutt said. Anaheim got the overtime-forcing goal with 24 seconds left after
a wild scramble in front of the net with an extra skater and Lehtonen without his stick. When the puck trickled free, Devante Smith-Pelly pushed into the open gap for his second goal of the game for a 4-4 tie. ’I was just standing outside the net, and guys were whacking at it,“ Smith-Pelly said. ”You do what you’ve got to do to score. Not every goal is going to be tic-tac-toe.“ Corey Perry had the primary assists on both third-period goals for the Ducks, who will have to wait to see if they play San Jose or Los Angeles in the second round. Teemu Selanne assisted on the first two Anaheim goals, by SmithPelly and Ben Lovejoy. Ducks veteran goalie Jonas Hiller stopped all 12 shots he faced after replacing rookie Federick Andersen midway through the second period after Daley’s second breakaway put Dallas up 4-2. He stopped only eight shots.
Kings gaining momentum after staving off elimination for two straight games BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — The Los Angeles Kings have stared down playoff elimination twice without blinking. With two more wins over the San Jose Sharks, they would become the fourth team in NHL history to rally from an 0-3 deficit to win a post-season series. Jeff Carter still isn’t impressed. “It’s been done before,” the high-scoring forward said Sunday at the Kings’ training complex. “We’re halfway there. Halfway up the mountain.” Guys with Stanley Cup rings are difficult to dazzle in the first round of the playoffs, but Los Angeles has still made things awfully interesting on the way to Game 6 on Monday night at Staples Center. With two straight decisive wins after three mediocre games to start the series, the Kings are demonstrating why they’ve been such a good playoff team for the past few years. And with every failure to close out what could have been a tidy sweep just a few days ago, the Sharks are pouring a bit more cement on their reputation for coming up short in the spring. After two horrific games in San Jose and an overtime loss in Game 3, the Kings are back on track. “We’re a lot better than those first three games,” said forward Tyler Toffoli, who scored the Kings’ first goal in Game 5.
“We’ve got to keep moving forward. We’re still climbing. We’re still down here.” Los Angeles is a formidable puck-possession team with the NHL’s stingiest defence, and both aspects of its game were in full effect during the Kings’ 3-0 win in Game 5 on Saturday night, silencing the Tank early and pushing that sliver of doubt further into the Sharks’ minds. “It was disappointing for sure that we didn’t play better in front of our home crowd with what we had in front of us, an opportunity to close out a series,” Sharks forward Logan Couture said Sunday. “But we’ve still got an opportunity going into L.A. to do the same thing. We know it’s going to be difficult, so we’re going to need to be a lot better.” The Sharks could be without key defenceman Marc-Edouard Vlasic, who didn’t practice Sunday after getting injured in the first period of Game 5. Coach Todd McLellan wasn’t certain Sunday whether Vlasic would make the trip south, adding another complication to an increasingly awkward situation. “We’re still in the driver’s seat,” said McLellan, who hasn’t taken the Sharks to the Stanley Cup finals during six straight playoff seasons. “We like where we’re at. ... I still think we have a great opportunity in front of us. We’re in the same situation that Chicago and Anaheim and a lot of other teams are in. We’ve earned the right to be ahead, and now we have to make good on it.”
Have your Say
Complete the survey for your chance to…
WIN $1,000!
three $1,000 cash prizes!
Enter at www.pulseresearch.com/alberta
SCOREBOARD Hockey
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2014
Local Sports Wednesday, April 23 Columbus 4 Pittsburgh 3, OT Saturday, April 26 Pittsburgh 3 Columbus 1 Monday, April 28 Pittsburgh at Columbus, 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 30 x-Columbus at Pittsburgh, TBD
WHL PLAYOFFS Round 3 Edmonton vs Medicine Hat (Edmonton wins series 4-1) Friday, Apr. 18 Edmonton 8 Medicine Hat 3 Sunday, Apr. 20 Edmonton 3 Medicine Hat 1 Tuesday, Apr. 22 Medicine Hat 2 Edmonton 1 Wednesday, Apr. 23 Edmonton 4 Medicine Hat 1 Saturday, Apr. 26 Edmonton 4 Medicine Hat 3
2. St. Louis, Oshie 2 (Steen, Bouwmeester) 16:28. Penalties — Kruger Chi (hooking) 7:51, Kruger Chi (holding) 17:26. Second Period No Scoring. Penalties — Toews Chi (high-sticking) 3:50, Hossa Chi (high-sticking) 7:15, Steen StL (slashing) 8:23, Sharp Chi (tripping) 15:47, Bouwmeester StL (tripping) 19:05. Third Period 3. Chicago, Toews 3 (Keith, Seabrook) :44 (pp). 4. Chicago, Sharp 1 (Kane) 2:01. 5. Chicago, Shaw 2 (Keith, Rozsival) 7:30. 6. Chicago, Keith 2 (Shaw, Kruger) 17:05. Penalties — Sobotka StL (hooking) 2:56. Shots on goal St. Louis 11 17 8 — 36 Chicago 8 3 16 — 27 Goal — St. Louis: Miller (L, 2-4-0); Chicago: Crawford (W, 4-2-0). Power plays (goal-chances)St. Louis: 0-6; Chicago: 1-2.
N.Y. Rangers (2) vs. Philadelphia (3) (NY Rangers leads series 3-2) Thursday, April 17 NY Rangers 4 Philadelphia 1 Sunday, April 20t Philadelphia 4 NY Rangers 2 Tuesday, April 22 NY Rangers 4 Philadelphia 1 Friday, April 25 Philadelphia 2 NY Rangers 1 Sunday, April 27 NY Rangers 4 Philadelphia 2 Tuesday, April 29 NY Rangers at Philadelphia, 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 30 x-Philadelphia at NY Rangers, TBD
Kelowna vs Portland (Portland wins series 4-1) Friday, Apr. 18 Kelowna 5 Portland 4 Saturday, Apr. 19 Portland 5 Kelowna 3 Tuesday, Apr. 22 Portland 4 Kelowna 3 (OT) Wednesday, Apr. 23 Portland 5 Kelowna 1 Friday, Apr. 25 Portland 7 Kelowna 3 Saturday’s summary Oil Kings 4, Tigers 3 First Period 1. Medicine Hat, Doty 1 (Stanton, Langhamer) 8:49. Penalties — Sanford MH (roughing) 0:29, Becker MH (slashing), Petryk Edm (cross-checking) 1:53, Corbett Edm (interference) 2:50, Staples MH (holding) 10:56. Second Period 2. Edmonton, Kulda 6 (Irving, Pollock) 4:18 (pp). 3. Medicine Hat, Sanford 10 (Staples, Eisenschmid) 10:03. 4. Edmonton, Pollock 9 (Samuelsson, Petryk) 14:03. 5. Edmonton, Eller 2 (Kieser) 17:14 (sH). Penalties — Valk MH (checking from behind) 2:26, Eller Edm (slashing) 6:52, Samuelsson Edm (tripping) 15:19, Lewington MH, Kulda Edm (roughing) 19:41. Third Period 6. Medicine Hat, Sanford 11 (Koules, Valk) 1:57. 7. Edmonton, Pollock 10 (Orban, Lazar) 14:22. Penalties — Sanford MH (cross-checking) 17:33. Shots on goal Medicine Hat 6 6 7 — 19 Edmonton 15 24 13 — 52 Goal — Medicine Hat: Langhamer (L,9-9); Edmonton: Jarry (W,12-2). Power plays (goal-chances) — Medicine Hat: 0-3; Edmonton: 1-4.
Rangers 4, Flyers 2 First Period 1. NY Rangers, Staal 1 (St. Louis, Stepan) 11:53. Penalties — Hagelin NYR (slashing) 3:17, Hagelin NYR (cross-checking) 7:28, Lecavalier Pha (holding) 12:03. Second Period 2. NY Rangers, Richards 2 (Miller, Hagelin) 8:07. 3. NY Rangers, Moore 2 (unassisted) 16:20. 4. Philadelphia, Lecavalier 1 (Streit, MacDonald) 19:27 (pp). Penalties — MacDonald Pha (holding) 0:38, Klein NYR (unsportsmanlike conduct) 8:26, Hagelin NYR (hooking) 10:39, Read Pha (roughing) 13:01, Stralman NYR (goaltender interference) 18:16. Third Period 5. Philadelphia, Giroux 1 (Timonen, Simmonds) 18:31. 6. NY Rangers, Boyle 1 (Moore, Girardi) 19:45 (en). Penalties — None. Shots on goal Philadelphia 8 8 10 — 26 NY Rangers 6 8 8 — 22 Goal — Philadelphia: Mason (L, 1-1-0); NY Rangers: Lundqvist (W, 3-2-0). Power plays (goal-chances)Philadelphia: 1-5; NY Rangers: 0-3.
WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division Colorado (1) vs. Minnesota (WC) (Colorado leads series 3-2) Thursday, April 17 Colorado 5 Minnesota 4, OT Saturday, April 19 Colorado 4 Minnesota 2 Monday, April 21 Minnesota 1 Colorado 0, OT Thursday, April 24 Minnesota 2 Colorado 1 Saturday, April 26 Colorado 4 Minnesota 3, OT Monday, April 28 Colorado at Minnesota, 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 30 x-Minnesota at Colorado, TBD St. Louis (2) vs. Chicago (3) (Chicago wins series 4-2) Thursday, April 17 St. Louis 4 Chicago 3, 3OT Saturday, April 19 St. Louis 4 Chicago 3, OT Monday, April 21t Chicago 2 St. Louis 0 Wednesday, April 23 Chicago 4 St. Louis 3, OT Friday, April 25 Chicago 3 St. Louis 2, OT Sunday, April 27t Chicago 5 St. Louis 1
Ducks 5, Stars 4 (OT) First Period 1. Dallas, Daley 1 (Horcoff) 5:16. 2. Dallas, Eakin 2 (Seguin, Goligoski) 10:27 (pp). 3. Anaheim, Smith-Pelly 1 (Selanne, Rakell) 17:57 (pp). 4. Dallas, Garbutt 3 (Eakin, Daley) 19:01. Penalties — Daley Dal (high-sticking) 3:10, Fistric Ana (elbowing) 9:55, Koivu Ana (interference) 10:43, Cole Dal (interference) 16:37. Second Period 5. Anaheim, Lovejoy 1 (Selanne) 3:55. 6. Dallas, Daley 2 (Goligoski) 10:33. Penalties — Goligoski Dal (interference) 7:17, Beleskey Ana (roughing) 9:19, Dillon Dal (roughing) 9:19, Lovejoy Ana (hooking) 12:21, Fowler Ana (cross-checking) 15:04, Maroon Ana (tripping) 19:56. Third Period 7. Anaheim, Bonino 2 (Perry, Beleskey) 17:50. 8. Anaheim, Smith-Pelly 2 (Perry, Beauchemin) 19:36. Penalties — Garbutt Dal (diving) 2:41, Perry Ana (hooking) 2:41, Cogliano Ana (roughing) 17:34, Chiasson Dal (roughing) 17:34. Overtime 9. Anaheim, Bonino 3 (Cogliano, Maroon) 2:47. Penalties — None. Shots on goal Anaheim 8 6 15 1 — 30 Dallas 11 8 5 0 — 24 Goal — Anaheim: Hiller (W, 1-0-0); Dallas: Lehtonen (LO, 2-4-0). Power plays (goal-chances)Anaheim: 1-4; Dallas: 1-5.
Pacific Division Anaheim (1) vs. Dallas (WC) (Anaheim wins series4-2) Wednesday, April 16 Anaheim 4 Dallas 3 Friday, April 18 Anaheim 3 Dallas 2 Monday, April 21 Dallas 3 Anaheim 0 Wednesday, April 23 Dallas 4 Anaheim 2 Friday, April 25 Anaheim 6 Dallas 2 Sunday, April 27 Anaheim 5, Dallas 4, OT
NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs FIRST ROUND Division Semifinals EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division Boston (1) vs. Detroit (WC) (Boston wins series 4-1) Friday, April 18 Detroit 1 Boston 0 Sunday, April 20 Boston 4 Detroit 1 Tuesday, April 22 Boston 3 Detroit 0 Thursday, April 24 Boston 3 Detroit 2, OT Saturday, April 26 Boston 4 Detroit 2
San Jose (2) vs. Los Angeles (3) (San Jose leads series 3-2) Thursday, April 17t San Jose 6 Los Angeles 3 Sunday, April 20t San Jose 7 Los Angeles 2 Tuesday, April 22 San Jose 4 Los Angeles 3, OT Thursday, April 24t Los Angeles 6 San Jose 3 Saturday, April 26t Los Angeles 3 San Jose 0 Monday, April 28 San Jose at Los Angeles, 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 30 x-Los Angeles at San Jose, TBD x — if necessary.
Tampa Bay (2) vs. Montreal (3) (Montreal wins series 4-0) Wednesday, April 16 Montreal 5 Tampa Bay 4, OT Friday, April 18 Montreal 4 Tampa Bay 1 Sunday, April 20 Montreal 3 Tampa Bay 2 Tuesday, April 22 Montreal 4 Tampa Bay 3 Metropolitan Division Pittsburgh (1) vs. Columbus (WC) (Pittsburgh leads series 3-2) Wednesday, April 16 Pittsburgh 4 Columbus 3 Saturday, April 19 Columbus 4 Pittsburgh 3, 2OT Monday, April 21 Pittsburgh 4 Columbus 3
NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs Scoring Leaders G A Pts Nathan MacKinnon, Col 2 8 10 Paul Stastny, Col 3 5 8 Paul Martin, Pgh 0 8 8 Patrick Marleau, SJ 3 4 7 Ryan Getzlaf, Ana 3 4 7 Jonathan Toews, Chi 2 4 6 Joe Pavelski, SJ 2 4 6 Matt Niskanen, Pgh 2 4 6 Ryan Johansen, Clb 2 4 6 Zach Parise, Minn 1 5 6
Sunday’s summaries Blackhawks 5, Blues 1 First Period 1. Chicago, Bickell 2 (Seabrook, Keith) 4:12.
Baseball New York Baltimore Toronto Boston Tampa Bay
American League East Division W L Pct 15 10 .600 12 12 .500 12 13 .480 12 14 .462 11 14 .440
GB — 2 1/2 3 3 1/2 4
Detroit Minnesota Chicago Kansas City Cleveland
Central Division W L Pct 12 9 .571 12 11 .522 13 13 .500 12 12 .500 11 14 .440
GB — 1 1 1/2 1 1/2 3
Oakland Texas Los Angeles Seattle Houston
West Division W L Pct 15 10 .600 15 10 .600 11 13 .458 10 14 .417 9 17 .346
GB — — 3 1/2 4 1/2 6 1/2
Saturday’s Games N.Y. Yankees 4, L.A. Angels 3 Boston 7, Toronto 6 Minnesota 5, Detroit 3 San Francisco 5, Cleveland 3 Baltimore 3, Kansas City 2, 10 innings Houston 7, Oakland 6 Tampa Bay 4, Chicago White Sox 0 Texas 6, Seattle 3
NCruz, Baltimore, 25; Pujols, Los Angeles, 21; Donaldson, Oakland, 20; Lawrie, Toronto, 20; Moss, Oakland, 20. Pitching MPerez, Texas, 4-0; Buehrle, Toronto, 4-1; Britton, Baltimore, 3-0; Fien, Minnesota, 3-0; Otero, Oakland, 3-0; Outman, Cleveland, 3-0; Sale, Chicago, 3-0.
Atlanta New York Washington Philadelphia Miami
National League East Division W L Pct 17 7 .708 14 11 .560 14 12 .538 13 12 .520 11 14 .440
GB — 3 4 4 6
Milwaukee St. Louis Cincinnati Pittsburgh Chicago
Central Division W L Pct 18 7 .720 14 12 .538 11 14 .440 10 16 .385 8 16 .333
GB — 4 7 8 9
West Division W L Pct 15 10 .600 14 12 .538 14 12 .538 12 14 .462 8 20 .286
GB — 1 1 3 8
San Francisco Colorado Los Angeles San Diego Arizona
Sunday’s Games Toronto 7, Boston 1 Kansas City 9, Baltimore 3 Houston 5, Oakland 1 Chicago White Sox 9, Tampa Bay 2 Detroit at Minnesota, ppd., inclement weather San Francisco 4, Cleveland 1 Seattle 6, Texas 5 N.Y. Yankees 3, L.A. Angels 2
Saturday’s Games Washington 4, San Diego 0 San Francisco 5, Cleveland 3 Pittsburgh 6, St. Louis 1 Milwaukee 5, Chicago Cubs 3 Atlanta 4, Cincinnati 1 Miami 7, N.Y. Mets 6, 10 innings Philadelphia 6, Arizona 5 L.A. Dodgers 6, Colorado 3
Monday’s Games Oakland (Gray 3-1) at Texas (Darvish 1-0), 6:05 p.m. Tampa Bay (Odorizzi 1-2) at Chicago White Sox (Rienzo 1-0), 6:10 p.m. Cleveland (Masterson 0-0) at L.A. Angels (Skaggs 2-0), 8:05 p.m.
Sunday’s Games N.Y. Mets 4, Miami 0 Atlanta 1, Cincinnati 0, 10 innings San Diego 4, Washington 2 Chicago Cubs 4, Milwaukee 0 St. Louis 7, Pittsburgh 0 San Francisco 4, Cleveland 1 Colorado 6, L.A. Dodgers 1 Philadelphia 2, Arizona 0
AMERICAN LEAGUE LEADERS G AB R Viciedo CWS 23 79 11 RDavis Det 18 68 13 Joyce TB 24 60 12 AlRamirez CWS 26 103 16 MeCabrera Tor 25 113 17 Wieters Bal 19 74 10 Rios Tex 25 100 11 Trout LAA 24 100 18 Choo Tex 20 70 10
B3
H 29 24 21 36 39 25 33 32 22
Pct. .367 .353 .350 .350 .345 .338 .330 .320 .314
Home Runs JAbreu, Chicago, 10; Pujols, Los Angeles, 9; Bautista, Toronto, 7; NCruz, Baltimore, 7; Donaldson, Oakland, 7; Dozier, Minnesota, 7; Lawrie, Toronto, 6; Trout, Los Angeles, 6. Runs Batted In JAbreu, Chicago, 31; Colabello, Minnesota, 27;
1/2 1/2 1/2
1/2 1/2 1/2
1/2 1/2 1/2 1/2
24 24 25 25 24
93 79 77 95 93
17 20 7 7 10
32 27 26 32 31
.344 .342 .338 .337 .333
Home Runs AdGonzalez, Los Angeles, 8; Belt, San Francisco, 7; Stanton, Miami, 7; Trumbo, Arizona, 7; JUpton, Atlanta, 7; 7 tied at 6. Runs Batted In Stanton, Miami, 29; AdGonzalez, Los Angeles, 23; Morneau, Colorado, 19; Trumbo, Arizona, 19; Braun, Milwaukee, 18; ArRamirez, Milwaukee, 18; 5 tied at 17. Pitching Wainwright, St. Louis, 5-1; Greinke, Los Angeles, 4-0; Machi, San Francisco, 4-0; Lohse, Milwaukee, 4-1; Lynn, St. Louis, 4-1; Hammel, Chicago, 4-1; ESantana, Atlanta, 3-0. Sunday’s Major League Linescores AMERICAN LEAGUE Boston 010 000 000 — 1 6 1 Toronto 011 000 23x — 7 9 0 Lester, A.Miller (8), Badenhop (8) and D.Ross; Dickey, Delabar (7), Rogers (9) and Thole. W—Dickey 2-3. L—Lester 2-4. HRs—Toronto, Lawrie (6). Kan. City 101 020 401 — 9 13 1 Baltimore 000 002 001 — 3 5 1 Shields, K.Herrera (8), G.Holland (9) and S.Perez; M.Gonzalez, Meek (7), Stinson (7), R.Webb (9) and Clevenger. W—Shields 3-2. L—M.Gonzalez 1-2. HRs—Kansas City, Infante (2). Baltimore, N.Cruz (7). Tam. Bay 000 010 010 — 2 7 4 Chicago 000 005 40x — 9 11 1 Price, Lueke (7), H.Bell (8) and J.Molina; Carroll, D.Webb (8) and Flowers. W—Carroll 1-0. L—Price 3-2. HRs—Chicago, J.Abreu (10). Oakland 000 000 001 — 1 2 1 Houston 001 000 40x — 5 7 0 Milone, Otero (7), Ji.Johnson (8) and Jaso; McHugh, Valdes (9) and Corporan. W—McHugh 2-0. L— Milone 0-2. HRs—Houston, Altuve (1).
Monday’s Games Chicago Cubs (Samardzija 0-2) at Cincinnati (Simon 3-1), 5:10 p.m. Milwaukee (Gallardo 2-0) at St. Louis (Wacha 2-2), 6:15 p.m. Colorado (Morales 2-1) at Arizona (Miley 2-2), 7:40 p.m. San Diego (T.Ross 2-3) at San Francisco (Bumgarner 2-2), 8:15 p.m. NATIONAL LEAGUE LEADERS G AB R Blackmon Col 25 87 22 Utley Phi 22 89 14 Morneau Col 24 90 12 DGordon LAD 23 85 11 YMolina StL 23 90 11
Freeman Atl Tulowitzki Col Denorfia SD MaAdams StL Pagan SF
H 35 32 32 30 31
Pct. .402 .360 .356 .353 .344
Texas 020 300 000 — 5 8 0 Seattle 000 101 13x — 6 7 1 M.Harrison, Tolleson (7), Ogando (8) and Chirinos; Maurer, Luetge (4), Furbush (6), Wilhelmsen (7), Farquhar (8), Rodney (9) and Buck. W—Farquhar 1-0. L—Ogando 1-2. Sv—Rodney (5). HRs—Seattle, Seager 2 (5). Los Ang. 000 101 000 — 2 6 1 New York 000 010 11x — 3 3 0 Richards, Kohn (8), Maronde (8), Jepsen (8) and Iannetta; Tanaka, Warren (7), Dav.Robertson (9) and McCann. W—Warren 1-1. L—Kohn 1-1. Sv— Dav.Robertson (4). HRs—Los Angeles, Freese (2). New York, Teixeira (2). INTERLEAGUE Cleveland 000 000 010 — 1 3 0 San Fran. 000 100 003 — 4 8 0 Salazar, Rzepczynski (8), Allen (8) and Y.Gomes; Vogelsong, Casilla (8), Romo (9) and Posey. W— Romo 2-0. L—Allen 2-1. HRs—Cleveland, Y.Gomes (3). San Francisco, B.Hicks (3).
Transactions Saturday’s Sports Transactions BASEBALL American League CHICAGO WHITE SOX — Placed 3B Conor Gillaspie on the 15-day DL, retroactive to April 22. Activated RHP Hector Noesi. NEW YORK YANKEES — Signed RHP Chris Leroux and selected him from Scranton/WilkesBarre (IL). Optioned RHP Shane Greene to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Released LHP Nik Turley. National League ATLANTA BRAVES — Released 1B Ernesto Mejia. CHICAGO CUBS — Placed RHP Jose Veras on the 15-day DL. Recalled RHP Brian Schlitter from Iowa (PCL). CINCINNATI REDS — Placed C Devin Mesoraco on the 15-day DL. Recalled C Tucker Barnhart from Louisville (IL). PITTSBURGH PIRATES — Placed RHP Jason Grilli on the 15-day DL, retroactive to April 21, and C Russell Martin on the 15-day DL. Recalled C Tony Sanchez and RHP Jared Hughes from Indianapolis (IL). BASKETBALL National Basketball Association NBA — Suspended Washington F-C Nene one game for head-butting and grabbing Chicago G-F Jimmy Butler around the neck with both hands and attempting to throw him down during an April 25 game. FOOTBALL
National Football League DALLAS COWBOYS — Re-signed DE Anthony Spencer to a one-year contract. HOCKEY National Hockey League NHL — Fined Dallas F Ryan Garbutt $1,474.36 for spearing Anaheim F Corey Perry during and April 25 game. WASHINGTON CAPITALS — Fired coach Adam Oates. Announced the contract of general manager George McPhee will not be renewed. Sunday’s Sports Transactions BASEBALL Major League Baseball MLB — Suspended Minnesota INF Jonatan Hinojosa (Cedar Rapids-MWL) 50 games after a positive test for metabolites of Nandrolone under the Minor League Drug Prevention and Treatment Program. American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES — Placed 1B Chris Davis on the 15-day DL, retroactive to April 26. Recalled INF Jemile Weeks from Norfolk (AHL). CHICAGO WHITE SOX — Selected the contract of RHP Scott Carroll from Charlotte (IL). Transferred OF Avisail Garcia to the 60-day DL. DETROIT TIGERS — Placed RHP Anibal Sanchez on the 15-day DL. Recalled RHP Justin Miller from Toledo (IL). LOS ANGELES ANGELS — Selected the contract of RHP Michael Morin from Salt Lake City
(PCL). Optioned OF Brennan Boesch to Salt Lake City. Designated LHP Michael Roth for assignment. NEW YORK YANKEES — Recalled RHP Preston Claiborne from Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (IL). Placed RHP Bruce Billings on the 15-day DL, retroactive to April 26. TEXAS RANGERS — Activated LHP Matt Harrison from the 15-day DL. Optioned INF Luis Sardinas to Frisco (Texas). National League LOS ANGELES DODGERS — Recalled INF Carlos Triunfel from Albuquerque (PCL). Optioned RHP Jose Dominguez to Albuquerque. PITTSBURGH PIRATES — Recalled RHP Casey Sadler from Indianapolis (IL). Optioned RHP Jared Hughes to Indianapolis. WASHINGTON NATIONALS — Placed OF Bryce Harper on the 15-day DL, retroactive to April 26. HOCKEY National Hockey League DETROIT RED WINGS — Assigned F Tomas Jurco, F Riley Sheahan, D Xavier Ouellet and G Jake Paterson to Grand Rapids (AHL). American Hockey League CHICAGO WOLVES — Reassigned F Eric Kattelus to Kalamazoo (ECHL). SOCCER Major League Soccer SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC — Recalled MF-F David Estrada from Atlanta (NASL).
Wednesday
● Midget AAA baseball: Calgary Redbirds Black at Red Deer, 6:30 p.m., Great Chief Park.
Friday
● Junior B tier 2 lacrosse: Innisfail at Red Deer Renegades, 8 p.m., Dawe Centre. ● Women’s lacrosse: Sherwood Park at Red Deer, 9 p.m., Kinex.
Saturday
● Junior B tier 2 lacrosse: Okotoks at Lacoka, 7 p.m., Ponoka Culture and Rec Complex.
Sunday
● Junior B tier 3 lacrosse: Lethbridge at Olds, 1:30 p.m., Sports Complex. ● Junior B tier 2 lacrosse: Innisfail at Lacoka, 5 p.m., Ponoka Culture and Rec Complex.
Basketball Sunday, April 20: San Antonio 90, Dallas 85 Wednesday, April 23: Dallas 113, San Antonio 92 Saturday, April 26: Dallas 109, San Antonio 108 Monday, April 28: San Antonio at Dallas, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 30: Dallas at San Antonio, 5 or 7:30 p.m. x-Friday, May 2: San Antonio at Dallas, TBA
NBA Playoffs FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7; x-if necessary) EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlanta 2, Indiana 2 Saturday, April 19: Atlanta 101, Indiana 93 Tuesday, April 22: Indiana 101, Atlanta 85 Thursday, April 24: Atlanta 98, Indiana 85 Saturday, April 26: Indiana 91, Atlanta 88 Monday, April 28: Atlanta at Indiana, 6 p.m. Thursday, May 1: Indiana at Atlanta, 5 or 6 p.m.
Memphis 2, Oklahoma City 2 Saturday, April 19: Oklahoma City 100, Memphis 86 Monday, April 21: Memphis 111, Oklahoma City 105, OT Thursday, April 24: Memphis 98, Oklahoma City 95, OT Saturday, April 26: Oklahoma City 92, Memphis 89, OT Tuesday, April 29: Memphis at Oklahoma City, 7 p.m. Thursday, May 1: Oklahoma City at Memphis, 6 or 7:30 p.m.
Miami 3, Charlotte 0 Sunday, April 20: Miami 99, Charlotte 88 Wednesday, April 23: Miami 101, Charlotte 97 Saturday, April 26: Miami 98, Charlotte 85 Monday, April 28: Miami at Charlotte, 5 p.m. x-Wednesday, April 30: Charlotte at Miami, 5 or 6:30 p.m. x-Friday, May 2: Miami at Charlotte, TBA Brooklyn 2, Toronto 2 Saturday, April 19: Brooklyn 94, Toronto 87 Tuesday, April 22: Toronto 100, Brooklyn 95 Friday, April 25: Brooklyn 102, Toronto 98 Sunday, April 27: Toronto 87, Brooklyn 79 Wednesday, April 30: Brooklyn at Toronto, 5 or 6 p.m. Friday, May 2: Toronto at Brooklyn, TBA x-Sunday, May 4: Brooklyn at Toronto, TBA Washington 3, Chicago 1 Sunday, April 20: Washington 102, Chicago 93 Tuesday, April 22: Washington 101, Chicago 99, OT Friday, April 25: Chicago 100, Washington 97 Sunday, April 27: Washington 98, Chicago 89 Tuesday, April 29: Washington at Chicago, 6 p.m. x-Thursday, May 1: Chicago at Washington, 5 or 6 p.m. WESTERN CONFERENCE Dallas 2, San Antonio 1
L.A. Clippers 2, Golden State 2 Saturday, April 19: Golden State 109, L.A. Clippers 105 Monday, April 21: L.A. Clippers 138, Golden State 98 Thursday, April 24: L.A. Clippers 98, Golden State 96 Sunday, April 27: Golden State 118, L.A. Clippers 97 Tuesday, April 29: Golden State at L.A. Clippers, 8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 1: L.A. Clippers at Golden State, 8:30 p.m. Portland 2, Houston 1 Sunday, April 20: Portland 122, Houston 120, OT Wednesday, April 23: Portland 112, Houston 105 Friday, April 25: Houston 121, Portland 116, OT Sunday, April 27: Houston at Portland, late Wednesday, April 30: Portland at Houston, 7:30 p.m. x-Friday, May 2: Houston at Portland, TBA
Golf PGA-Zurich Classic Sunday At TPC Louisiana Avondale, La. Purse: $6.8 million Yardage: 7,425; Par: 72 Final Seung-Yul Noh, $1,224,000 65-68-65-71 Robert Streb, $598,400 67-66-68-70 Andrew Svoboda, $598,400 64-68-70-69 Jeff Overton, $326,400 67-68-67-70 Erik Compton, $248,200 66-68-72-68 Robert Garrigus, $248,200 73-69-68-64 Charley Hoffman, $248,200 68-67-68-71 Keegan Bradley, $197,200 69-66-65-75 Tommy Gainey, $197,200 71-66-67-71 Justin Rose, $197,200 71-67-69-68 Paul Casey, $149,600 71-68-64-73 Bud Cauley, $149,600 71-68-66-71 Peter Hanson, $149,600 65-69-71-71 J.B. Holmes, $149,600 71-65-69-71 Ben Martin, $119,000 62-67-73-75 David Toms, $119,000 73-68-67-69 Mark Anderson, $98,600 72-65-70-71 Stuart Appleby, $98,600 67-72-70-69 Rory Sabbatini, $98,600 69-72-69-68 Cameron Tringale, $98,600 73-69-66-70 Retief Goosen, $73,440 72-65-68-74 Brooks Koepka, $73,440 71-68-67-73 Bronson La’Cassie, $73,440 70-69-69-71 Daniel Summerhays, $73,440 72-66-68-73 Robert Allenby, $54,230 71-68-68-73 David Duval, $54,230 68-69-70-73 Danny Lee, $54,230 71-69-65-75 Bo Van Pelt, $54,230 74-63-73-70 Graham DeLaet, $44,200 69-68-71-73 Freddie Jacobson, $44,200 72-69-66-74 Alex Prugh, $44,200 70-68-70-73 John Senden, $44,200 70-70-69-72 Boo Weekley, $44,200 71-70-71-69 Sang-Moon Bae, $30,785 68-72-71-71 Greg Chalmers, $30,785 71-71-71-69 Derek Ernst, $30,785 71-71-71-69 David Hearn, $30,785 71-71-69-71 Charles Howell III, $30,785 68-73-70-71 Mark Calcavecchia, $30,785 71-70-69-72 Kevin Chappell, $30,785 72-67-69-74 Morgan Hoffmann, $30,785 70-68-70-74 Kevin Kisner, $30,785 69-68-69-76 Charlie Wi, $30,785 70-71-69-72 Will Wilcox, $30,785 68-68-71-75 Chad Collins, $21,080 66-71-76-70 Tag Ridings, $21,080 71-70-72-70 Andres Romero, $21,080 70-71-70-72 Max Homa, $17,544 71-71-71-71 Troy Merritt, $17,544 71-69-70-74 Kevin Tway, $17,544 70-72-69-73 Y.E. Yang, $17,544 72-70-69-73 Briny Baird, $15,477 71-69-70-75 Ricky Barnes, $15,477 70-72-69-74 Martin Flores, $15,477 72-68-69-76 Andrew Loupe, $15,477 71-70-71-73 Sean O’Hair, $15,477 71-69-71-74 D.A. Points, $15,477 73-68-69-75 Kyle Stanley, $15,477 71-67-71-76 Brendan Steele, $15,477 73-67-70-75 Shawn Stefani, $15,477 69-72-72-72 Tim Wilkinson, $15,477 70-70-65-80 Lucas Glover, $14,416 71-71-69-75 Fabian Gomez, $14,416 72-69-66-79 John Merrick, $14,416 69-72-72-73 Wes Roach, $14,416 74-67-71-74 Vijay Singh, $14,416 70-71-68-77 Joe Durant, $13,872 69-71-67-80 Padraig Harrington, $13,872 70-72-71-74 Michael Thompson, $13,872 66-71-75-75 J.J. Henry, $13,396 68-69-75-76 Doug LaBelle II, $13,396 68-73-72-75 Troy Matteson, $13,396 72-68-69-79 Jim Renner, $13,396 75-67-71-75 John Rollins, $13,056 74-66-73-76
— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —
269 271 271 272 274 274 274 275 275 275 276 276 276 276 277 277 278 278 278 278 279 279 279 279 280 280 280 280 281 281 281 281 281 282 282 282 282 282 282 282 282 282 282 282 283 283 283 284 284 284 284 285 285 285 285 285 285 285 285 285 285 286 286 286 286 286 287 287 287 288 288 288 288 289
LPGA Swinging Skirts Classic DALY CITY, Calif. — Scores Sunday from the $1.8-million Swinging Skirts Classic, played at the par-72, 6,507-yard Lake Merced Golf Club course: Final
a-amateur Lydia Ko, $270,000 68-71-68-69 Stacy Lewis, $163,551 69-69-68-71 Jenny Shin, $118,644 68-74-68-68 Inbee Park, $75,365 73-68-73-68 Line Vedel, $75,365 72-71-70-69 Shanshan Feng, $75,365 74-70-68-70 Hyo Joo Kim, $47,458 69-73-72-70 P.K. Kongkraphan, $47,458 74-68-70-72 Cristie Kerr, $35,257 73-75-70-68 Michelle Wie, $35,257 72-72-71-71 Brittany Lang, $35,257 71-71-72-72 Karine Icher, $35,257 66-73-73-74 I.K. Kim, $28,474 72-71-72-72 Haeji Kang, $28,474 72-70-72-73 Eun-Hee Ji, $24,594 73-71-74-70 Azahara Munoz, $24,594 76-69-73-70 Ashleigh Simon, $24,594 73-70-73-72 Caroline Masson, $21,371 74-75-72-68 Sun Young Yoo, $21,371 72-76-69-72 Hee Young Park, $21,371 70-73-68-78 Mina Harigae, $17,806 75-73-73-69 Haru Nomura, $17,806 75-73-71-71 Alison Walshe, $17,806 74-69-76-71 Mika Miyazato, $17,806 72-69-77-72 Ilhee Lee, $17,806 68-73-76-73 Catriona Matthew, $17,806 73-69-74-74 Pornanong Phatlum, $17,806 72-72-71-75 Mi Hyang Lee, $14,909 72-76-74-69 Suzann Pettersen, $14,909 70-72-79-70 Mirim Lee, $12,983 76-71-75-70 Dewi Claire Schreefel, $12,98368-76-77-71 Sandra Gal, $12,983 73-76-71-72 Ariya Jutanugarn, $12,983 73-73-74-72 Karrie Webb, $12,983 74-73-72-73 Xi Yu Lin, $10,357 77-72-74-70 Jeong Jang, $10,357 75-73-74-71 Paula Creamer, $10,357 76-72-73-72 So Yeon Ryu, $10,357 76-72-71-74 Wei Ling Hsu, $10,357 70-77-71-75 Mo Martin, $10,357 69-74-74-76 Julieta Granada, $7,813 71-77-74-72 Juli Inkster, $7,813 73-74-75-72 Beatriz Recari, $7,813 76-72-74-72 Caroline Hedwall, $7,813 76-72-73-73 Katherine Kirk, $7,813 74-73-73-74 Paola Moreno, $7,813 71-71-77-75 Christel Boeljon, $7,813 69-74-75-76 Jodi Ewart Shadoff, $7,813 73-72-73-76
— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —
276 277 278 282 282 282 284 284 286 286 286 286 287 287 288 288 288 289 289 289 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 291 291 292 292 292 292 292 293 293 293 293 293 293 294 294 294 294 294 294 294 294
Web.com-WNB Golf Classic Sunday At Midland Country Club Course Midland, Texas Purse: $600,000 Yardage: 7,380; Par: 72 Final Andrew Putnam, $108,000 66-66-64 Richard S. Johnson, $52,800 68-69-66 Rod Pampling, $52,800 66-69-68 Tom Gillis, $26,400 69-64-71 Mathew Goggin, $26,400 69-68-67 Jin Park, $20,100 74-67-64 Sam Saunders, $20,100 70-68-67 Harold Varner III, $20,100 68-69-68 Matt Fast, $14,400 73-68-65 Derek Fathauer, $14,400 71-67-68 Oscar Fraustro, $14,400 68-69-69 Jeff Klauk, $14,400 69-70-67 Trevor Murphy, $14,400 66-71-69 Carlos Ortiz, $14,400 67-68-71 Roberto Diaz, $10,200 71-68-68 Andy Pope, $10,200 73-67-67 Brett Wetterich, $10,200 72-70-65 Camilo Benedetti, $8,100 74-69-65 Ryan Blaum, $8,100 68-72-68 Ryuji Imada, $8,100 70-70-68 Scott Pinckney, $8,100 71-68-69 Blayne Barber, $5,189 74-68-67 Andres Gonzales, $5,189 71-71-67 Fernando Mechereffe, $5,189 68-74-67 Henrik Norlander, $5,189 70-71-68 Scott Parel, $5,189 72-69-68 Kyle Reifers, $5,189 73-68-68 Josh Broadaway, $5,189 70-67-72 Albin Choi, $5,189 68-70-71 Hunter Haas, $5,189 68-70-71
— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —
196 203 203 204 204 205 205 205 206 206 206 206 206 206 207 207 207 208 208 208 208 209 209 209 209 209 209 209 209 209
Soccer Major League Soccer EASTERN CONFERENCE W L T Pts GF Columbus 3 1 3 12 10 Sporting KC 3 2 2 11 9 D.C. 3 2 2 11 10 New England 3 3 2 11 7 New York 2 2 5 11 13 Toronto FC 3 3 0 9 6 Houston 2 4 2 8 8 Philadelphia 1 3 5 8 9 Montreal 1 4 3 6 7 Chicago 0 1 6 6 10
Wednesday’s Games New York 4, Houston 0 GA 7 6 8 9 12 7 13 11 14 11
WESTERN CONFERENCE W L T Pts GF GA Seattle 5 2 1 16 18 12 FC Dallas 5 2 1 16 18 14 Real Salt Lake 3 0 5 14 13 8 Colorado 3 2 2 11 9 9 Vancouver 2 2 4 10 12 10 Los Angeles 2 1 2 8 7 4 San Jose 1 2 3 6 6 7 Chivas USA 1 4 3 6 8 14 Portland 0 3 5 5 9 13 NOTE: Three points for victory, one point for tie.
Saturday’s Games Montreal 1, Philadelphia 0 Seattle FC 4, Colorado 1 D.C. United 4, FC Dallas 1 Columbus 1, New York 1, tie New England 2, Sporting Kansas City 0 Real Salt Lake 2, Vancouver 2, tie San Jose 1, Chivas USA 0 Sunday’s Games Houston 1, Portland 1, tie Saturday, May 3 New England at Toronto FC, 11 a.m. San Jose at Vancouver, 5 p.m. Real Salt Lake at Chicago, 6:30 p.m. Los Angeles at Colorado, 7 p.m. Philadelphia at Seattle FC, 8 p.m. Houston at Chivas USA, 8:30 p.m. D.C. United at Portland, 8:30 p.m. Sunday, May 4 New York at FC Dallas, 1 p.m. Columbus at Sporting Kansas City, 2 p.m.
Lacrosse National Lacrosse League East Division GP W L Pct. GF y-Rochester 18 14 4 .778 210 x-Toronto 18 9 9 .500 219 x-Buffalo 18 8 10 .444 190 Philadelphia 18 6 12 .333 202 Minnesota 18 4 14 .222 180
GA GB 167 — 213 5 200 6 218 8 219 10
West Division W L Pct. GF 16 2 .889 220 12 6 .667 237
GA GB 157 — 215 4
GP y-Edmonton 18 x-Calgary 18
x-Colorado 18 8 10 .444 201 228 8 Vancouver 18 4 14 .235 181 223 12 x — clinched playoff berth. y — clinched division. Saturday’s results Calgary 14 Vancouver 8 Toronto 8 Minnesota 6 Colorado 13 Philadelphia 12 Rochester 16 Buffalo 14 Friday’s result Edmonton 10 Vancouver 5 End of NLL regular season
B4 RED DEER ADVOCATE Monday, April 28, 2014
Raptors even series with Nets BY THE CANADIAN PRESS
Photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry drives past Brooklyn Nets forward Mirza Teletovic in the first half of Game 4 of an NBA first-round playoff series at the Barclays Center, Sunday, in New York. From there, the Raptors dug in with one of their best defensive efforts of the season, holding the Nets to just three baskets in the final 12 minutes. And when the final whistle blew, the Raptors fans in attendance at Barclays Center stood and applauded the Toronto players off the floor. “I think we’re just encouraged,” Lowry said. “We’re going home 2-2. We’re encouraged by that. We got a split, now it’s a three-game series, now we’ve got to take care of home. Our
As parity trickles into NBA playoffs, the pluses and minuses start to emerge BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS The NBA and many of its owners have long been in search of greater parity to thwart one of the enduring criticisms of the league’s playoffs — that the outcome is too predictable. That the kind of suspense that makes March Madness so compelling, and the kind of hope that gives fan bases across the NFL the belief that their team has a chance to win it all, doesn’t exist in the NBA. During the league’s lockout of the players in 2011, then-Commissioner David Stern and several high profile owners expressed a need for changes to the collective bargaining agreement to level the playing field between markets big and small. During a wild and crazy opening round, it appears that the league is closer to achieving that goal. Top-seeded Indiana is getting a huge challenge from Atlanta, a team that entered the playoffs with a losing record. Oklahoma City is knotted 2-2 with Memphis; Houston was beaten twice at home to open the series against Portland; and even the San Antonio Spurs have their hands full with eighth-seeded Dallas out West. “You see some of these teams that have the higher seed that have homecourt advantage losing games,” NBA TV analyst Grant Hill said. “I’m not sure that we’ve ever seen that many losing at one time.” The favourites went 7-9 in the first 16 games of the playoffs, the worst record since the league went to the
LOCAL
BRIEFS Central tops Calgary South in Alberta Cup C final STRATHMORE — Joel Ray of Red Deer County potted the winning goal with four minutes remaining to lift Central to a 4-3 victory over Calgary South in Sunday’s C event final of the Alberta Cup tournament. Also scoring for Central were Brent Trentham of Three Hills, Mitchell Visser of Didsbury and Braidon Westin of Condor, while netminder Dawson Weatherill of Red Deer made 23 saves. Central held a 31-26 edge in shots. The Central squad downed South 7-3 in opening-round playoff action Saturday, as Brendan Davidson of Clive potted three goals, Logan Ganie of Irma tallied twice and Visser and Jeremy Klessens of Red Deer County each scored once. Justin Travis of Red Deer made 18 saves for the winners, who outshot their opponents 45-21. Calgary North took top honours in the tournament with a 5-4 win over Northeast. Edmonton South blanked Edmonton North 4-0 in the B final and Northwest took D event honours with a 5-2 win over South. The Alberta Cup features the top
seven-game series format in 2003. The games have been exciting, tightly played and anything but predictable, with both conferences appearing to be as wide open as they have been in years. But that could come at a price. Some of the league’s most established stars and biggest brands are in trouble early in their series. For a star-driven league, the prospects of not having players such as Kevin Durant and Dwight Howard — the stars that the casual fan tunes in to see this time of year — or of not getting a heavyweight Indiana-Miami Eastern Conference finals that everyone has been salivating over for the entire season could be cause for concern. Add to it these playoffs are already missing three of the league’s most recognizable franchises — the Lakers, Knicks and Celtics — and that may not bode well for television ratings. “Obviously if you had some of the big names going far, that’s ideal,” Hill said. “Those are who the fans know and the casual fan knows and recognizes.” There is plenty of time for the Pacers, Thunder, Spurs and Chicago Bulls, another of the league’s marquee franchises, to turn things around. But their absences would open the door for a fresh-faced crop of players that fans don’t see on national television every week to show what they can do. Kyle Lowry and DeMar DeRozan are getting to soak up some of the spotlight after the Toronto Raptors were virtually ignored on the national television schedule all season. second-year bantam hockey players in the province.
U18 Queens finish seventh at Alberta championships The Red Deer Queens U18 team was consistently inconsistent and finished seventh in the first division of the Alberta club volleyball championships during the weekend. McKenna Barthel and Darby Dykslag of Lacombe were the best players for the Queens, who will compete in the Canadian championship May 9-11 at Edmonton.
confidence is high, we’re excited.” Lowry, who came away from Friday’s game with a bad right knee and a busted lip, was noticeably limping at times. “I’m OK,” Lowry said. “It’s something that’s controllable, we can do what we’ve got to do to get through the playoffs, it’s nothing where I need surgery. It’s definitely a pain, but I’m not going to worry about it, I’m not going to complain about it, I’m going to go out there and do my job.”
Red Deer Rage learning lacrosse as they go WOMEN’S JUNIOR LACROSSE TEAM HAS STARTED SLOW BUT IS GAINING EXPERIENCE WITH EVERY GAME BY DANNY RODE ADVOCATE STAFF With only two practices under their belts and a third of their roster in their first season, it was easy to see why the Red Deer Rage got off to a slow start to the Rocky Mountain Senior Ladies’ Lacrosse League regular season. “I have several new girls, who were playing for the first time,” said Rage head coach Harold Albrecht, following a 14-1 loss to the Edmonton Saints junior team at the Kinex Friday. “They’re trying to figure out the nuances of the game, which will take a little time, but they seem to be picking it up quickly,” he said. “Tonight for example we had a rough first period (trailing 7-0), but were much better in the second and third. “The thing is the girls seem to enjoy it.” The Rage do learn quickly as they turned around and played Sunday in Calgary, losing 9-4 to the junior Cardinals. Albrecht, who is in his 30th season with the Red Deer Lacrosse Association and 10th with the women’s program, does have several veterans, including Deanna Hume, Janelle and Janessa Sullivan, Leah Boucher and Sam Lissack. “They have to be our leaders and right now it’s hard for them as the new girls don’t get up on the attack as quickly as they expect,” said Albrecht. “But that’s something we’ll work on and besides early on we’re concentrating more on defence than offence. We want to keep the score down.” Albrecht also has three netminders in Lorae Couchman, Riley Acciaroli and Katey Cardswell, who played boys’ lacrosse last year. “That’s nice, it’s the first time I’ve ever had three goaltenders. It allows me a chance to move them around. Last year Lorae was the only goalie we
The Car Credit Cure
Corbett named Vipers’ MVP Justin Corbett was honoured as the Red Deer Vipers most valuable player during the Heritage Junior B Hockey League club’s year-end awards banquet Friday. Chris Robertson was presented with the players choice award, while Kale Lapointe won rookie of the year honours and Troy Klaus was named top defenceman. Brendan Dennis earned the scholastic player award, Kolton Gillett was named top forward and Nathan Dennis was recognized as the Vipers’ unsung player. The team also honoured graduating 21-year-old players Klaus, Robertson, Gillett and Nathan Dennis for their years of commitment to the Viper program.
had and she was a rookie.” Jessica Albrecht will also add experience to the roster once she recovers from an injury, while Amanda Waters, Jennifer Clarkson and Sam Sperber are also veterans. Dannell Aebly, Sandra Bibby and Jane Rider are in their second year with Deanna Hall, Skeeter Dixon, Sydney Winsnes, Janis O’Neill, Audrey Thorhauser and Carrie Galt rookies. Albrecht has 21 players on his roster, a big difference from last season, when the Rage struggled with numbers. “That’s nice as it gives us enough players to field a team, even when some can’t make it out. We do have mothers and girls who are working, so they can’t be out all the time. As well we have a number of younger players, who are enjoying it and will come back for several years and hopefully they bring a few others out. We can teach them the game.” Hume scored the Rage’s lone goal against the Saints, who are one of the top junior teams in the province. Scoring from the Cardinals’ game was unavailable.” The Rage are one of three senior teams in the province and play in a league with the five junior teams. The Rage return to action Friday then they host the Sherwood Park Titans at 9 p.m. at the Kinex. ● Tucker Dougherty fired five goals to lead the Lacoka Locos to a 16-12 win over the Calgary Wranglers in junior B tier 2 action Saturday. Dustin Bell sniped four goals and added nine assists for the winners, who got three goals from Logan Elliott and one from each of Brennon Elder, Carson Barnes, Tony Kozak and Connor Shantz. ● The host Blackfalds Silverbacks dumped the visiting Edmonton/Spruce Grove Tomahawks 16-10 in senior C men’s lacrosse action Saturday. Details were unavailable. drode@reddeeradvocate.com
• Quality vehicles all independently inspected and reconditioned.
View the complete inspection and repair reports for each vehicle on our inventory page - Warranty Included
• Our own Finance Plans that fit everyone’s needs.
Great credit, good credit, okay credit, bad credit or no credit, no problem. No need to shop your credit around town.
• Deal with one person; before, during and after the sale.
Build a relationship you can trust with experienced salespeople (average 13 years with Mac James)
• Honest, open dealings with no surprises, since 1994 See our testimonials
• Personal follow up after the sale
including help with unforeseen repairs. Just one of the reasons why thousands of our customers keep coming back. Gasoline Alley Westside, Hwy. 2 South, Red Deer
1-877-232-2886
403-309-3233
www.macjames.ca
53534D9-28
Raptors 87 Nets 79 NEW YORK — In the final dramatic couple of minutes Sunday night, offensively-gifted DeMar DeRozan turned into a defensive superstar, sent sprawling to the floor when he took two charges. Not to be outdone, hobbling sixfoot point guard Kyle Lowry dropped a lovely sky hook over 6-11 giant and future Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett. The final minutes of the Toronto Raptors’ 87-79 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday could define this young team and their season — fighting to the end, finding a way to win. “That’s just us, man,” DeRozan said. “We’re resilient. We’re not going to give up until the game’s over, we’re going to fight it through. . . We did it on the defensive end to win this game.” DeRozan scored 24 points and Lowry added 22 to lift the beaten-up Raptors to their first playoff victory on the road since Game 1 against Philadelphia way back in 2001. After the final whistle, a smiling coach Dwane Casey said it was the most proud he’s ever been of his team. “(But) we’re on a mission, it’s a marathon,” the coach added. “We can’t get too excited about a win, can’t get too down about a loss. That’s what the playoffs are about.” Amir Johnson, playing on the wonky ankle that has plagued him all season, finished with 17 points. Patrick Patterson and Greivis Vasquez finished with nine points apiece off the bench, and Patterson grabbed a team-high nine rebounds. The best-of-seven Eastern Conference playoff series heads to Toronto tied at two wins apiece. Game 5 is Wednesday at Air Canada Centre, while Game 6 will be back at Barclays Center on Friday. The Raptors led by as much as 17 points — the biggest lead by either team in this series — in the first half, but struggled through the second and third quarters, running into foul trouble and failing to hit shots. Still, the nailbiter went to the fourth tied at 67.
Lowry kept his composure despite playing the entire second half with five fouls. “He’s dealing with a lot right now, and he came through with flying colours,” Casey said. “Fought through foul trouble, a little bit of adversity throughout the game and still came through.” Lowry’s teammates heaped praise on their tough-as-nails point guard in the post-game dressing room. “I am not surprised at all that Kyle is limping around,” Chuck Hayes said. “Man, he was limping all four quarters. He’s a warrior. He’s everything to this team. The guy gives it his all. We just feed off him.” Lowry and DeRozan — the team’s leaders through this remarkable season — sat side by side at the podium after the game, addressing the media. They talked about the chemistry in this young team. “We’re a pretty close-knit team, we understand the situation that we’re in, it’s a stepping stone for us,” Lowry said. “We’re getting our feet wet. This man (DeRozan) is becoming a superstar in front of everybody’s eyes. He’s doing it on the defensive end, the offensive end.” They both chuckled when Lowry was asked about his late-game hook shot over Garnett that gave Toronto a six-point lead. “I think that was the first time (I’ve done that) in a game,” Lowry said. “That’s something I work on in the summertime. Kevin Garnett is 6-11, he’s a guy who can block shots, and I thought that was a shot I can go to. I took the shot to be aggressive. It looked good. It felt good.” There was more laughter when DeRozan was asked if the two charges he took down the stretch marked a career high. “Nah. I don’t think so. I hope it’s not,” DeRozan said. “With Kyle (being injured), I knew I had to pick up the offence early, so I did that, just come out aggressive and I knew they were going to change up and start trying to get the ball out of my hands. . . I knew I could do some things on the defensive end and that’s what I did.”
RED DEER ADVOCATE Monday, April 28, 2014 B5
Jays salvage win in series finale DICKEY CELEBRATES BOBBLEHEAD DAY WITH WIN OVER BOSTON RED SOX BY THE CANADIAN PRESS Blue Jays 7 Red Sox 1 TORONTO — R.A. Dickey, his knuckleball moving like the noggin on his bobblehead giveaway, gave the Toronto Blue Jays a sorely needed quality start Sunday. And the rest of the team also stepped up, with Brett Lawrie and Edwin Encarnacion combining to drive in four runs in a 7-1 victory over the Boston Red Sox. Toronto (12-13) leaves for an eight-game road trip, which starts Tuesday in Kansas City, having washed away the taste of a sour four-game losing streak at home. The Jays, who had given up 36 runs on 47 hits and 22 walks during the four-game slide, badly needed a change of direction. Dickey said a talk by manager John Gibbons after Saturday’s 7-6 loss, when a Jays comeback fell just short, had done the trick. “He was just so encouraging,” said Dickey, who got the win on his first major-league bobblehead giveaway day. “I think everybody left the clubhouse feeling at ease about who we are as a team. So we just needed to come out today and be ourselves. And we were able to do that. “We fought hard. Guys were getting dirty, diving for balls, taking the extra base. I was able to throw strikes and we had a great team win today.” Said Gibbons: “It was a much-needed win, I will definitely say.” On a weekend where racism in sports made headlines thanks to Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling, the Jays made Major League Baseball history with a record six Dominicans in the starting lineup: Encarnacion, Jose Reyes, Melky Cabrera, Jose Bautista, Juan Francisco and Moises Sierra. The Dominicans signed the
lineup card, which Bautista said was going to be sent to the Dominican Museum of Baseball. “It was an honour to be part of that today,” said Reyes. An announced sellout of 45,260 at the Rogers Centre saw Dickey outduel Jon Lester with Lawrie providing the early offence before the Jays put the game away with two runs in the seventh and three in the eighth. Lawrie, who entered the game hitting .165 but leading the team in RBIs, drove in two runs with a homer and double to increase his RBI total to 20. Dickey (2-3) scattered five hits over 6 1/3 innings, giving up one run and striking out six. Walks have been a thorn in the Jays side. Toronto pitchers had issued 108 free passes going into play Sunday — second-worst in the majors — with Dickey tied for the MLB lead with 18. But Dickey was in control Sunday. He threw 95 pitches, including 62 strikes, and didn’t issue a walk for the first time since October 2012. “When I have one to zero to two walks, it’s usually going to be a pretty good day,” he said. “And that’s what I have to get back to and today was a step in that direction.” Relievers Steve Delabar and Esmil Rogers closed out the game for Toronto, which outhit Boston 9-6. Lester (2-4) deserved better from his seven innings. He gave up four runs on five hits, striking out seven and walking none. He threw 120 pitches, 80 for strikes, as Boston (12-14) was denied its first sweep of Toronto since June 10-12, 2011. The Boston left-hander came into the game with a 15-7 career mark against Toronto, having held the Jays to a .199 batting average. It was the first win for Dickey since April 5 and came after three starts in which he
Photo by THE CANADIAN PRESS
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher R.A. Dickey pitches to the Boston Red Sox during second-inning baseball action in Toronto on Sunday. went 0-2 with 13 walks in 13 1/3 innings. He used his fastball more than usual, knowing that Boston led the league in pitches seen. “So I knew they were probably going to be patient. And nothing’s worse than seeing a fastball down the middle from a knuckleball pitcher and letting it go,” he added. Some observers thought Dickey seemed irked at being pulled in the seventh inning. The pitcher, who has faded in some previous starts, said he’s just “passionate” about what he does. He acknowledged he had told both Gibbons and pitching coach Pete Walker to keep a close eye on him in case he did falter. After the Jays went ahead
Canada stops Sweden to win bronze at U18 worlds BY THE CANADIAN PRESS Canada 3 Sweden 1 LAPEENRANTA, Finland — Canadian head coach Kevin Dineen knew it would be a stiff challenge to get his team back on track after a crushing semifinal loss at the world under-18 hockey championship. His team rose to the occasion Sunday with a 3-1 victory over Sweden in the bronzemedal game. “The sting from yesterday is not something we hid from or pretend didn’t happen,” Dineen said. “We accepted it and moved on. I think we take satisfaction that we worked hard and that things worked out today.” A day earlier, Canada erased a three-goal deficit before dropping a 4-3 overtime decision to the Czech Republic. The loss prevented the 2013 champions from returning to the gold-medal game. Determined to come home with a medal, the Canadians started off slowly Sunday before finding their form in the third-place game. Brendan Perlini, Lawson Crouse and Travis Konecny scored and goalie Mason McDonald made 38 saves. “We were not going to miss an opportunity to represent our country well,” Dineen said. “The unity that this group has shown to come together in this short little timeframe, I think there was a lot of encouragement within our
HIGH SCHOOL
Raiders come home double winners from handball provincials EDMONTON — Both Lindsay Thurber Raiders teams captured bronze for the second year in a row at the Alberta High School team handball Tier I championships during the weekend. In boys’ action, the Raiders defeated Frank Maddock of Drayon Valley 32-14 and lost 36-19 to J. Percy Page of Edmonton in their pool. They defeated Westwood of Fort McMurray 31-7 in the quarter-finals before losing 3421 to Eastglen in the semifinal. They stopped Bishop O’Byrne of Calgary 26-25 in the thirdplace game.
2-1 in the third, Dickey and Lester took turns mowing down the opposition. It took some time but Toronto bats finally came alive, welcome news for Dickey who had only got five runs in support before leaving in his five previous starts. Toronto increased its lead to 4-1 in the seventh on backto-back doubles by Encarnacion and Lawrie and an RBI groundout by Sierra. Lester had retired 10 straight prior to the inning. Reyes scored on an RBI single by Bautista — who extended his on-base streak to 25 games — in the eighth before Encarnacion drove in two more with another double. Dickey retired his first five hitters before giving up a run
Penguins go for clincher on road against Blue Jackets BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Team Canada’s Roland McKeown, center, celebrates with teammates after defeating Sweden in the Ice Hockey U18 World Championships 2014 in Lappeenranta, Finland, Sunday. group and a lot of very quick chemistry that made yesterday very disappointing. “But even so, I think we got great satisfaction from today’s win.” Sweden’s Henrik Tornqvist opened the scoring with a short-handed goal midway through the first period. Perlini answered with a power-play goal at the 17:02 mark. Crouse put Canada ahead at 11:57 of the second period and Konecny provided an insurance goal with less than five minutes to play in the third. “We’ve spent five weeks together and we’ve done a lot of work,” Dineen said. “Things didn’t end the way we wanted to but on the flip side of that,
that time could come down to the game today. They played extremely hard. “There’s one thing that we certainly won’t fault them (for) — we had great effort throughout this whole tournament.” Linus Soderstrom made 23 saves as Sweden settled for a fourth-place finish. “There was no guarantee how it was going to end,” Dineen said. “But in saying that, I think we all walk out of here — and I hope the boys do as well — (feeling) that they’re a little wiser about the game and a little better for the experience.” The United States won gold later in the day with a 5-2 victory over the Czechs.
Eastglen defeated J. Percy Page 34-32 in the final. In the girls’ division, the Raiders were 2-1 in pool play, beating Bev Facey of Sherwood Park 19-10 and host Eastglen 16-15 while losing 29-13 to Harry Ainlay of Edmonton, They then lost 20--18 to Eastglen in the semifinals and defeated Bev Facey 19-12 in the third-place game. Eastglen lost to Harry Ainlay 26-12 in the final. Ainlay downed Facey 36-14 in the semifinal. ● SYLVAN LAKE — The host Bentley Panthers downed Old Scona of Edmonton 23-19 to take the girls’ consolation title in the Tier II championships. The Panthers defeated Bonnyville Centralized 27-2, tied Clearwater Academy of Calgary 13-13 and lost 15-9 to Mayerthorpe in their pool. They then downed Bear-
spaw Christian of Calgary 18-7 in the consolation semifinal. Blessed Sacrament of Wainwright won the girls’ title with a 17-9 win over Clearwater Academy while Our Lady of the Snows of Canmore stopped Mayerthorpe 17-9 in the bronze medal contest. On the boys side, the Panthers downed the Notre Dame Wildcats of Bonnyville 29-16 and lost 20-19 to Master’s College of Calgary and 15-14 to Our Lady of the Snows in their pool. The Panthers also dropped into the consolation semifinal where they lost 27-26 to Clearwater, who then lost 21-20 to Central High of Sedgewick. Old Scona defeated Mayerthorpe 18-15 in the final while Our Lady of the Snows edged Masters Academy in a shootout after the two were tied 17-17 at the end of regulation time.
on three straight singles with the RBI going to Jackie Bradley Jr. Lawrie tied it up with one swing of the bat in the bottom of the second, depositing a 3-2 Lester delivery into left-centre for his sixth homer. Lawrie has just 17 hits this season but seven have been for extra-base hits. Toronto went ahead 2-1 in the third on Cabrera’s twoout RBI double, sending Josh Thole home. Thole, Dickey’s personal catcher, singled down the leftfield line and then advanced on Jonathan Diaz’s sacrifice bunt. Cabrera, who came into the game leading the majors in hits, now has 39 including 13 of the extra-base variety.
COLUMBUS, Ohio — R.J. Umberger, one of the few Columbus Blue Jackets with playoff experience, thinks he knows what the Pittsburgh Penguins are thinking as they go for a knockout in Game 6 on Monday night. “Oh, there’s no doubt they don’t want to go to Game 7,” Umberger said Sunday, a day after the Penguins grabbed a 3-2 lead in the first-round Stanley Cup series. “Before we even started, they were probably looking who they were going to play next anyway.” The Penguins, nursing a M.A.S.H. unit of injuries all season, could use an extra day or two to rest before Round 2. Star defenceman Brooks Orpik didn’t play on Saturday night. Pittsburgh is brimming with confidence coming off a 3-1 victory at home on Saturday night in which it played with more swagger, more physicality and more aggression than in the previous four games combined. “We had a great game last night and we’re going into a loud building in Columbus with a chance to close out the series,” Penguins forward James Neal said. “It’s going to be the toughest game — it always is — the fourth (win).” As for the Blue Jackets, what else is new? They’ll be desperate. They have faced playofflike games for more than a month, battling just to make the post-season when the odds were against them, and now battling just to stay alive. “When your backs are against the wall it’s the ultimate do or die,” defenceman James Wisniewski said. “We’ve probably used that term a lot during the season, but it really applies now. It’s either that or go home (for the off-season).” In taking Game 5, the Penguins locked down Columbus’ attack and denied the Blue Jackets any kind of flow with the puck. On top of that, for the first time in the series they were on relatively even terms in hits (a 37-34 Columbus advantage) and won 25 of 35 faceoffs in the final two periods. “They were trying to establish their forecheck, but on our end, our forecheck was much better,” said Pittsburgh defenceman Matt Niskanen. “They didn’t have energy in
the offensive zone or on the forecheck because of what we were doing.” Yes, the Penguins would love to take the loud and raucous crowd out of play early. Yes, they’d also love to get home and enjoy some R&R instead of playing in a pressurepacked Game 7 two days later in Pittsburgh against a team that has been a handful for them. They also know it won’t be easy to get rid of the Blue Jackets. “We fully expect a huge response from their team,” coach Dan Bylsma said. “They are going to give us their best. We have to match and exceed that.” Sergei Bobrovsky kept the Blue Jackets in Game 5 by stopping 48 of 50 shots. Meanwhile, his counterpart in gold and black, Marc-Andre Fleury, faced only 24 shots. The Blue Jackets are angry that the Penguins repeatedly made contact with or crowded last year’s Vezina Trophy winner. That’s something they vowed will not happen again. “We definitely need to be more physical and make them pay the price,” said centre Brandon Dubinsky. “They got away with a couple on Sergei.” Columbus, which has trailed 1-0 and 2-1 in the series, must adapt if it wants to survive. “We’ve dealt with adversity all year,” coach Todd Richards said. “We’ve had games where maybe we haven’t played our best, or maybe the other team has just outplayed us, and we’ve responded the next game. I’m looking at this as a rebound game.” The Blue Jackets have already collected the first playoff win in franchise history (Game 2) and the first home playoff win in the team’s 13 seasons. Even though they face elimination, they say the pressure’s still on the Penguins. “It’s always been on Pittsburgh,” defenceman Jack Johnson said. “They’re the ones the so-called experts said were supposed to win the series. I guarantee they don’t want to go back there for a Game 7.” Meanwhile, the Penguins just try to keep doing what they did Saturday night. “We played our best game of the series and this is the way we need to play Monday, too,” said forward Jussi Jokinen.
B6 RED DEER ADVOCATE Monday, April 28, 2014
Penalty kill crucial to playoff success
STATS SHOW ESTABLISHING A QUALITY PENALTY KILL DURING THE REGULAR SEASON IS STRONGLY ASSOCIATED WITH PLAYOFF SUCCESS With the playoffs a week in and one team already eliminated, it’s time to get ready for the randomly generated explanations most commentators will provide for why the outcome of each series was inevitable. The Habs have swept Tampa, and so for at least the next week the cloud of uncertainty over Canada’s only team in the playoffs has lifted. We’ll put aside Carey Price’s mediocre save percentage in the first round and instead talk about him as an Olympic gold medallist who ‘knows how to win games’ and credit his diminutive teammates for having ‘playoff sandpaper.’ Similarly, unless the Kings engineer an epic comeback, it looks like those prewritten narratives of the Sharks as notorious chokers will have to go in the shredder, or at least be put on hold for a round or two. We like stories as much as the next guy, but we like facts even better. So rather than just make things up, we decided to look at how a specific aspect of regular season performance might predict how a team will do in the playoffs. This week we’re looking at special teams. We started by analyzing every playoff series that has been played since 1998. That gave us a total of 225 series across 15 seasons. For each series we tracked each team’s regular season power play percentage (PP%), power play goals, penalty kill percentage (PK%), and power play goals given up. We then looked at the difference
between the two teams across each of these four variables. We looked at more than just PP% and PK% because we thought teams should get credit for being good at either drawing or avoiding penalties. For example, this season the Rangers were third in the NHL in PK% at 85.3 per cent. Their first round opponent, the Flyers, were close behind at seventh overall (84.8 per cent). At a mere difference of half a per cent point, it sounds like these two teams are really close in this regard. However, because they were penalized 84 times more (316 vs. 232), the Flyers gave up 14 more power play goals than the Rangers (48 vs. 34). As it turns out, establishing a quality penalty kill during the regular season is strongly associated with playoff success. On average, for every percentage point by which a team’s regular season PK% exceeds its opponent’s, that team increases its probability of winning the playoff series by 2.6 per cent (for an explanation why, go to www.depthockeyanalytics.com). So, where two teams have an identical PK%, all else being equal, we assign each of them a 50 per cent chance of winning. Using the example above, because
Wild focus on quality in elimination situation NHL BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS ST. PAUL, Minn. — Twice in the first five games, the Minnesota Wild have been less than 75 seconds away from a victory on the road that has been so rare in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs this year. Both times, the Colorado Avalanche got the tying goal late in regulation before winning in overtime, and the Wild have entered an elimination situation because of it. The Avalanche will visit for Game 6 on Monday, bringing a 3-2 lead in the series. “The ups and downs of the playoffs are tough,” Wild defenceman Ryan Suter said. “And it’s who can recover the fastest to get back to level.” If the Wild are not able to ignore the what-ifs of frustration from those bitter defeats in Games 1 and 5, they’ll be in trouble against an Avalanche team that perked up on Saturday after consecutive flat performances in Games 3 and 4. “It would be very easy for us to sit here and say we deserve better, whether that’s in the game or in the series,” Wild coach Mike Yeo said on Sunday. “But that’s a useless feeling to us right now.” For the first time in 10 matchups, including five in the regular season prior to the playoffs, the Avalanche put more shots (35) on goal than the Wild (32) in Game 5. By comparison, the Wild outshot the Avalanche a combined 78-34 in Games 3 and 4. With an uptick in the play of the second line flanked by Ryan O’Reilly and P.A. Parenteau, four goals on Saturday against Wild rookie Darcy Kuemper and the possibility of centre Matt Duchene being back in the lineup on Monday, the Avalanche have some mo-
mentum. They’ve spoken often over the past few days about needing to put more pressure on Kuemper, as if to try to intimidate the young goalie. “I don’t think we tested him much in Minny. He had it pretty easy,” Parenteau said. “We made life a little harder on him. We have to keep doing that.” Kuemper has stopped 78 of 83 shots in 3 ½ games since replacing Ilya Bryzgalov in the net. “We started to have better looks and we start to know we can beat this guy, which is very positive going there,” Avalanche coach Patrick Roy said. Being on the edge might work in the Wild’s favour, though. They played some of their best games this season while missing key players. After falling to 20-17-5 on New Year’s Eve, putting Yeo’s job in jeopardy, the Wild regrouped in January and February found the groove they’d been searching for. They did this while missing captain Mikko Koivu, star Zach Parise and defenceman Jared Spurgeon for 10 games or more each due to foot injuries. “This is a great challenge. We get to come home. Our fans are going to bring it, so let’s make sure we bring it,” said Yeo, who noted a dip in his team’s urgency level from Game 4 to 5 that he said the Avalanche played with. Even Suter said he was surprised to be so close to winning Game 5 because of the way the Wild played, worse in many areas than in Game 1. That’s why the Wild didn’t waste energy repeating complaints about some key calls by the officials on Saturday that hurt them; most notably Paul Stastny appeared to be offside while setting up Parenteau’s tying goal with 1:14 left in regulation. “We already put that behind us. Everybody’s making mistakes. So do we. It’s not really our job to worry about the refs. That’s the league, and I think they do a good job on that,” Koivu said.
New York has a 0.5 percentage point better PK% than the Flyers, the Rangers would have a 51.3 per cent chance of winning the series (50% + 0.5 x 2.6% = 51.3%). Of course, as we know from last week, all else is not equal. The Rangers’ superior regular season record and better regular season finish would tilt the odds further in their favour to the tune of around 1 percentage point for every additional regular season point and 2.2 percentage points for every additional point in their last 10 games, meaning the Rangers are now 59.9 per cent favourites to win (compared to 40.1 per cent for Flyers). When we looked at power play goals against instead of PK%, we found that for each regular season power play goal a team gives up more than its opponent, its chances of winning the playoff series goes down by 0.67 percentage points. Neither PP% nor power play goals scored during the regular season had any discernible correlation with playoff success during the 15-year period we looked at. So what can we learn from all this? To begin with, a team that gets its penalty kill in order during the regular season is positioning itself for post-
season success.In addition, because nearly all the value of power play goals against is accounted for by PK%, even if a team is good at avoiding penalties against regular season opponents, when playoffs start and competition becomes more fierce, they can’t count on that edge to win games. In other words, the Rangers’ 84 fewer penalities taken don’t tell us much about what to expect in their series against the Flyers (the math here is a bit complicated but an explanation, along with some other analysis, can be found at www.depthockeyanalytics. com). Last of all, while power plays may be exciting to watch, an advantage at drawing penalties and a potent PP% during the regular season doesn’t translate into playoff success. The Department of Hockey Analytics employs advanced statistical methods and innovative approaches to better understand the game of hockey. Its three founderfs ate Ian Cooper, a lawyer, former playeragent and WhartonBusiness School graduate; Dr. Phil Curry, a professor of economics at the University of Waterloo; and Ijay Palansky, a litigator in Washington, D.C., former high-stakes professional poker player and harvard law School graduate.
Noh wins first PGA Tour event after Bradley falters at Zurich Classic BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS AVONDALE, La. — As Seung-Yul Noh exhaled and tilted his head back in a skyward gaze on the 18th green, fellow South Korean players Y.E. Yang and Charlie Wi charged toward him, spraying him with bottled beer. Noh smiled, removed his hat, held both arms out and soaked it all in. The 22-year-old overcame windy conditions and the pressure that goes with attempting to secure a maiden PGA Tour triumph, shooting a 1-under 71 on Sunday to win the Zurich Classic by two shots. He also knew he achieved another goal of providing some joy to a nation that has been reeling since a passenger ship capsized April 16, leaving 300 missing or dead. “Hopefully, they’ll be happy,” said Noh, who wore black and yellow ribbons on his white golf hat to honour victims of the ferry accident. While Noh, the leader through three rounds, never fell out of first, he did make his first three bogeys of the tournament and briefly fell into a tie with Keegan Bradley, the 2011 PGA Championship winner who had the gallery behind him. But Bradley did himself in with a bogey on the fifth hole and a triple bogey on the sixth. “I actually played pretty well,” Bradley said. “Just made one bad swing on 6 and had a bunch of lipouts.” Noh remained steady enough— even
with wind gusting up to 30 mph — to hold off the remaining challengers. “Very challenging today out there, especially playing with Keegan, a major champion, and heavy wind,” Noh said. Noh needed a few clutch shots on the back nine, including a chip out of a grassy downhill lie on the edge of a bunker on 13, which hit the flag on a bounce, setting up a routine birdie putt. On 16, with wind in his face, Noh landed his approach 3 feet from the hole to set up his last birdie, then made a 14-foot par putt on 17 to assure a two-shot cushion on the final hole, uncharacteristically pumping his first afterward. “Yeah, that was a clutch putt,” Noh said, explaining that it left him “very comfortable” on 18. Noh had made 77 previous PGA Tour starts, never finishing better than tied for fourth at the 2012 AT&T National. He took the third-round lead in New Orleans while becoming the first to play 54 holes at TPC Louisiana without a bogey. The seventh first-time PGA Tour winner in the last 10 years in the New Orleans event, Noh finished at 19-under 269 and earned $1,224,000. He was playing for the first time with caddie Scott Sajtinac, who seemed awe struck by Noh’s combination of talent, wisdom and sense of calm for a player so young. “He’s going to be good,” Sajtinac said. “He was unflappable. You need to be unflappable to win on the PGA Tour.”
Ko wins first LPGA Tour title as a pro with victory at Swinging Skirts BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS DALY CITY, Calif. — With the 18th pin and a championship in sight, Lydia Ko found herself in the rough again in a day filled with off-target drives. The teen told herself she just needed one more important chip with the tournament on the line. Poised and unflappable, Ko made the perfect pitch up to the green and birdied the final hole for her first LPGA Tour victory as a professional and third in all, holding off Stacy Lewis and Jenny Shin on Sunday in the inaugural Swinging Skirts LPGA Classic. In one memorable week, Ko turned 17, earned a spot as one of the 100 most influential people in the world by
TIME magazine and captured her first LPGA Tour win as a pro — all while playing with a fill-in caddie from the local club. “Normally they would say sweet 16, but I would say it’s sweet 17,” Ko said. “I don’t think I could have any better birthday week.” It went down to the final shots, and the teen made a 6-foot birdie putt moments before Lewis knocked in a 4-footer of her own to finish one stroke back. After beginning the day a stroke behind Lewis, Ko birdied three of her final four holes on the front nine on the way to a 3-under 69 and 12-under 276 total at Lake Merced. Ko earned $270,000, celebrating on the 18th green three days after cel-
ebrating her birthday at the first tee box with the gallery singing “Happy Birthday.” Ko, born in South Korea and raised in New Zealand, will move up two spots to No. 2 in the next world ranking. Her father, G.H., got to see her win Sunday. “Tears nearly ran down my face. You may lose friends but you’re always going to have your parents,” Ko said. “I try to make myself not cry of happiness but it was coming to that point.” She won the Canadian Women’s Open as an amateur the last two years and took the Swinging Skirts World Ladies Masters in December in Thailand in her second start as a professional. She has six victories in pro events, also
winning in Australia and New Zealand. All three of Ko’s LPGA wins have come on courses most of the other golfers also played for the first time. The third-ranked Lewis finished with a 71 for her sixth runner-up finish since winning the Women’s British Open in August. She will head to her home state of Texas next week looking to build on a disappointing near miss in which she struggled all day with her short game. “I knew she wasn’t going away. Lydia played great,” Lewis said. “Every time I hit a shot in there, she answered.” Shin, still looking for her first tour win after her best finish this year, had a 68 to finish two shots behind.
RED DEER ADVOCATE Monday, April 28, 2014 B7
Hunter-Reay wins second straight race at Alabama
FOR MORE SPORTS SEE PAGE B11
Jordan Heather makes long trek back to Canada for BLG Awards UNIVERSITY SPORTS BY THE CANADIAN PRESS
Ryan Hunter-Reay kicks up cloud water spay as he leads a pack of cars down the backstrech during the Indy Grand Prix of Alabama on Sunday, in Birmingham, Ala. Photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
STAYED OUT OF TROUBLE DURING RAIN-SHORTENED RACE BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Ryan Hunter-Reay deftly guided his car around the rain-soaked track, stayed out of trouble and wound up with a much happier ending. Hunter-Reay coasted to his second straight victory at Barber Motorsports Park on Sunday when the rain-shortened IndyCar race finished under caution, with Andretti Autosport teammate Marco Andretti behind him. The win came two weeks after Hunter-Reay touched off what turned into a seven-car pileup with an ill-timed attempt to pass Josef Newgarden at Long Beach to end what had been a dominating performance. “The week after Long Beach was a pretty long one,” HunterReay said. “It was one where I just wanted to get back in a racecar as soon as I could. “We knew it would be tough here. When it came to race time, I had the car in the wet, I had the car in the dry. They gave me exactly what I needed. I knew it was going to be close to make it all work out because it was so easy to make a mistake today. Just thrilled. This victory feels real good.” A full-course caution came out for the final seven minutes of the timed race after rookie Mikhail Aleshin lost control and went off the track. That left Hunter-Reay unchallenged. Scott Dixon was third, followed by Simon Pagenaud and pole-sitter Will Power, a two-time winner at Barber who had a slight but costly misjudgment on a slippery track in the tight Turn 5. “He was out there cutting the grass,” Hunter-Reay said. “I had
to take advantage of that. It was so easy to do that today. I almost lost this race three times.” There was some slipping and sliding, especially in the minutes after the field switched from the wet tires with several drivers leaving the track. He passed Power on lap 16 when the Australian left the track and skirted by the tire barrier before pulling back on. “I kept creeping my braking point a little bit further and further, and I went too far,” Power said. “It’s tough to not push past the limits with wet patches everywhere. We really didn’t have the pace in the dry anyway, but that sure didn’t help our cause when I went off course.” The turn is called “Charlotte’s Web” because of a huge spider sculpture stationed there. “I almost threw it away three or four times there myself,” HunterReay said. “It was just tiptoeing around. It was a very fine line between getting it all right or getting it all wrong. “Any guy that’s been in an IndyCar on the Web will tell you that’s how it is. You’ve got to go up the risk side to the get the reward out of it, but it’s really easy to throw it all away.” It’s the 12th career win for Hunter-Reay, who was alone up front during the caution until Andretti pulled even at the finish line to savour the moment with his teammate. He led three times for a total of 40 laps. “They’ve given us great cars here, and a second win in a row for Ryan is awesome,” said Andretti, whose radio worked only sporadically down the stretch. Dixon said running a time race was “kind of annoying” and An-
dretti said it removed some strategy from the formula. They wound up going 69 laps, and Hunter-Reay was up front for the final time starting on No. 52. “The race should be the full distance,” Dixon said. “To have to shorten these races for TV, you know, I understand the difficult predicament that everybody is in, but these are championship races. They all pay the same amount of points. “You decide to take 30 laps off them ... I think it changes strategy a lot and you’re constantly chasing that window. Then ultimately you finish on a caution, too, which is also a bit of a bummer for the fans. In the future, hopefully we can find a way around that.” Drivers were focused on handling the track conditions, not payback from any lingering anger over Long Beach clashes. It ended badly for Aleshin, who walked back to pit road while the rest of the field finished. Earlier Sebastien Bourdais had spun the Russian from behind, leaving him stalled. Bourdais received a drivethrough penalty for avoidable contact. The race was a change-up for Dixon, who finished second in each of the first four races at Barber. “We went the wrong way, but it was an interesting day,” Dixon said. “Whenever you have a rain delay it sort of puts a strain on everybody trying to figure out what we need to do. “The cars were pretty good. The track suits wet conditions. There were a few troublesome areas with standing water and a few of the guys found those spots. But generally the race went fairly smoothly.”
Boutin scores in triple OT to lift Mintos over Grenadiers for Telus Cup gold BY THE CANADIAN PRESS MOOSE JAW, Sask. — Dakota Boutin scored 18:36 into the third overtime period to lift the Prince Albert Mintos over the Grenadiers de Chateauguay 4-3 for gold at the Telus Cup men’s national midget hockey championship on Sunday. Carson Cayer scored twice for Prince Albert, while Lance Yaremchuck added a goal and an assist. Tyler Hylland scored twice for the Grenadiers, and Martin-Olivier Cardinal scored a power-play goal to tie the game at three goals apiece 14:35 into the third. Cardinal also chipped in with two assists
for a three-point night. Mintos goaltender Connor Ingram made 60 saves through nearly six periods of action. Chateauguay’s Etienne Montpetit stopped 57 shots in the losing effort. Earlier Sunday, Linden Hora scored twice, including the winner 3:28 into overtime as the Okanagan Rockets defeated the Toronto Young Nationals 3-2 for bronze. Liam Finlay had the other Rockets goal while Reid Kilburn made 27 saves. Marco Bozzo had a goal and an assist for Toronto, and Steven Harland also scored. Izzy Benigno stopped 34 shots in the losing effort.
Wayburn edges Edmonton to win Esso Cup gold medal BY THE CANADIAN PRESS HAMILTON, Ont. — Bailee Bourassa scored the eventual winner 1:50 into the second period as the Weyburn Gold Wings edged the Edmonton Thunder 2-1 for gold at the Esso Cup women’s midget hockey champion on Saturday. Tessa Wilson opened the scoring for the Gold Wings (6-1-0-0) with a goal off a pass from Caitlin Dempsey at 16:01 of the first. Brett Campbell pulled the Thunder (2-4-1-0) to within one goal, scoring on the power play at 7:01 of the second frame. Weyburn goaltender Jane Kish made 29 saves for the victory. Edmon-
WEB.COM TOUR GOLF MIDLAND, Texas — Andrew Putnam won the WNB Golf Classic for his first Web.com Tour title Sunday when high wind wiped out the final round at Midland Country Club. The 25-year-old Putnam completed seven holes and had an eight-stroke
ton’s Tracie Kikuchi turned aside 23 shots in the loss. Earlier, Victoria Pitawanakwat scored the winning goal 12:57 into the third period to lead the Sudbury Lady Wolves to a bronze medal with a 3-2 victory over the host Stoney Creek Sabres. Sydney Walker had a goal and an assist for the Lady Wolves (4-3-0-0) while Karli Shell had the other Sudbury goal. Pitawanakwat picked up an assist for a two-point day. Stephanie Ayres and Jesse Bellamy scored for the Sabres (4-1-0-2). Lady Wolves goaltender Stephanie Pascal stopped 24 shots in the win, while Stoney Creek’s Hannah Miller made 24 saves in defeat. lead when play was stopped shortly after noon with sustained wind of 28 mph and gusts to 43 mph. Putnam, from Tacoma, Wash., shot an 8-under 64 on Saturday to reach 20 under and open a seven-stroke lead. Putnam earned $108,000 to jump from sixth to second on the money list with $248,273, more than enough to earn a spot on the 2014-15 PGA Tour.
Golf
Watch for
2014
in the Wednesday May 7 Advocate and enter our
O W T r o f E E T NTEST CO
The Lucky Winner will receive a round of Golf for 2 from each golf course that advertises in the Golf 2014 feature. Entry Forms will appear in the Wednesday, May 7 Golf 2014 feature.
TO ADVERTISE, CALL 403-314-4343
48432E5
BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
CALGARY — Jordan Heather wasn’t going to let anything stop him from attending Monday’s BLG Awards in Calgary. One of four nominees up for the Doug Mitchell Trophy to be awarded to the CIS male athlete of the year, Heather endured a nine-hour flight back to Canada from France, where he’s playing professional football for the St. Etienne Giants. “I had to talk to our team president to obviously come back,” said Heather, who missed a game on Sunday so he could be in Calgary. “They were very much on board with me coming over. They thought it was too big of an opportunity to miss.” Heather, from Oromocto, N.B., recently completed his fifth and final season as quarterback for the Bishop’s University Gaiters. He set a new Canadian university record by throwing for 3,132 yards in eight league games en route to claiming the Hec Crighton Trophy as CIS player of the year. “For me, winning the Hec Crighton was a huge honour,” said Heather during a Sunday afternoon reception for all eight male and female award nominees. “I never thought at all of ever being nominated in the class of athletes that we have here. We have people here that could potentially be in the Olympics one day. It’s a surreal moment and it’s the height of my athletic career so far.” Heather is aiming to become the second straight football player to win the men’s award after McMaster University quarterback Kyle Quinlan took home the trophy last year. In addition to being presented with white cowboy hats on Sunday, the eight nominees also each received a custom-made commemorative gold ring. “It’s nice to be in the same room with all these people and to be at this event is just incredible,” said sprinter Khamica Bingham from York University. “We’re treated like royalty. I’ve already done three interviews in a matter of two days and a lot of pictures. It’s kind of nice to get the publicity and feel like a celebrity.” Bingham, from Brampton, Ont., is in contention to win the Jim Thompson Trophy, which will be presented to the CIS female athlete of the year at Calgary’s Jack Singer Concert Hall on Monday night. “That would be the icing on the cake,” said Bingham, who’s aiming to be the first York athlete to win a BLG award. “It would be amazing. We work hard every day. It’s nice that BLG is supporting the CIS and showing that CIS athletes are great and recognizing them.” On the women’s side, the other nominees are McGill hockey player Katia Clement-Heydra from St. Bruno de Montarville, Que., UBC volleyball player Lisa Barclay from Brandon, Man., and St. Mary’s University basketball player Justine Colley. “They’ve been treating us like royalty,” ClementHeydra said. “It’s been really an amazing time. We’re really lucky to be here and get all that attention.” Barclay is aiming to become the second straight volleyball player from UBC to win the award after Shanice Marcelle accomplished the feat last year. “It would be amazing,” Barclay said. “I never thought I would be at the same level as her and Liz Cordonier also won it a few years back as well, so that would be incredible.” Colley was also nominated last year, but lost out to Marcelle. “It’s such an amazing group of athletes that they have here this year,” Colley said. “Just to be placed in the same conversation as them has been a huge honour for myself.” On the men’s side, the other nominees are University of Saskatchewan hockey player Derek Hulak from Saskatoon, Acadia hockey player Liam Heelis from Georgetown, Ont., and Carleton basketball player Philip Scrubb from Richmond, B.C. “An award of this magnitude is such a huge honour to just be nominated for,” Hulak said. “For me, win or lose, this weekend has already been such an amazing experience.” Heelis said that he’s “blown away” by all the attention the athletes are getting leading up to the awards ceremony. “It’s great to be here and I’m very, very thrilled,” Heelis said. “It’s such a prestigious honour.” The two BLG Award winners each will receive a $10,000 post-graduate scholarship. The awards date back to 1993 and are sponsored by and named for the law firm Borden Ladner Gervais.
CLASSIFIEDS Red Deer Advocate
announcements
Obituaries
CLASSIFICATIONS
CROMBIE HAZEL H.J. It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Hazel Crombie on Wednesday, April 16, 2014 at Haven Hill Retirement Centre. Hazel was into her 94th yearborn, Dec. 10, 1920 at Hespero, Alberta. Hazel leaves her loving family: daughter, Ramona Peterson (nee Lipka); son in law, Jim Peterson; granddaughter, Kim Peterson (Penticton); great granddaughter, Tessa Peterson (Vancouver); granddaughter, Leah Johnson (Dale); great grandson, Graham Johnson; great granddaughter, Sydney Johnson (Chilliwack); also half-sister, Violet Turner (Alastair) of Eckville, AB; step-daughter, Barbara Crombie of Gibsons, BC and many nieces and nephews in Alberta and British Columbia, cousins in Minnesota and Michigan, USA and in Finland. Hazel was predeceased by husbands, Henry Lipka in 1962 of Evergreen, AB; Laurie Brandson of Eckville, AB and John Crombie in 1979 of Calgary. She was pre deceased by her parents, Ida Amanda Maki (Weirimaa) in 1924 and Walter (Valto) Maki in 1954; also predeceased by infant brother, Jhalmer Maki and infant sister, Mary Maki; brothers, Walter Jr. Maki, Arthur Wayne Maki, William (Bill) Maki, and sisters, Elsie Kubik, Mildred Kujala, Florence Bailey and Linnea Lewis. After the untimely death of her husband, Henry Lipka in 1962, Hazel sold their farm in Evergreen, Alberta and attended the School for Nursing Aides in Calgary. She graduated Feb. 23, 1967. She had worked in the Eckville Hospital and in Calgary. After her husband John Crombie died in 1979, Hazel moved to Kelowna, BC. She worked as a Certified Nursing Aide at Oak Lodge Care Facility until she retired at 65. Hazel loved learning and going to school. Unfortunately, when she turned 15 she was not permitted to continue grade 8, because she was required to help on the farm. She studied at home, passed grade 8 and later completed upgrading her education with honours and was accepted at the School for Nursing Aides in Calgary. When Hazel retired she began painting; beginning with lessons from special teacher and special friend, Don Chamberlain, of Victoria, BC at Okanagan College in Kelowna. Then she continued painting with the Pleasure Painters at the Seniors’ Centre, Water Street in Kelowna with special teacher and friend, Elizabeth Gregory, of Peachland, for many years. Hazel had an active retirement with her painting classes, playing cards with friends, caring for others who could no longer drive - taking them shopping and to appointments. She visited her friends in the Care Homes in Kelowna and loved to go to garage sales. Hazel always had beautiful roses and a small garden. She loved her little house in Kelowna and never wanted to leave it. She lived there until June 21, 2013 when she came into care at Haven Hill in Penticton. Hazel travelled throughout Europe, Hong Kong, Macau (China) and Mexico with her sister, Florence Bailey; niece and nephew, Diane and George Radics. Then again, in July and Aug. 1998, they visited relatives in Finland, the homeland of both her parents. Her first trip to Europe, however, was with friends from Eckville, Alberta and at that time they met a lovely couple from Hawaii, Margaret and Walter Fugeta, and Hazel kept in touch with them until they passed, and then later continued corresponding with their daughter Carol. Hazel always had a sense of humour and even when moving to Haven Hill, she introduced herself as “Hazel Nut”. Hazel’s family, particularly Ramona, wish to thank the wonderful staff of Haven Hill Retirement Centre for their care. At times Hazel was challenging-even thinking she was still a Nursing Aide. Thank you also to Dr. A.B. Hignell in Kelowna and Dr. M. Lawrie in Penticton. Also a special mention about “Paws” the cat, resident on the second floor of Haven Hill who sat on Hazel’s windowsill and kept a lonely vigil on the morning of Hazel’s passing to comfort Ramona. And so to Hazel, our dear Mom, Grandma and Great Grandma - your “shift” is over and your “work load” done, thus we say farewell-we miss you and you will always be in our hearts. “As a well spent day brings happy sleep, so life well used brings happy death”- Leonardo da Vinci No service by request. A private family celebration of Hazel’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favourite charity. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.everdenrust.com
In Memoriam
50-70
52
Coming Events
EAST 40TH PUB SPECIALS Meatball Monday Rib Night Tuesday & Saturday’s Wing Night Wednesday Shrimp Night Thursday
60
Personals
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 403-347-8650 COCAINE ANONYMOUS 403-396-8298
wegot
jobs CLASSIFICATIONS 700-920
Caregivers/ Aides
710
P/T F. caregiver wanted for F quad. Must be reliable and have own vehicle. 403-505-7846
Clerical
720
BUSY INSURANCE CLAIMS OFFICE REQUIRES
DICTA-TYPIST / RECEPTIONIST for maternity leave position. Duties include reception, mail, courier & dicta-typing. The successful candidate must be motivated, organized with good Microsoft Office skills.† Please email resumes to: lroguski@rm-adjusters.com or fax 403-343-0167. BUSY MEDICAL OFFICE requires FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST Starting wage $16/hour. Computer skills a requirement. Please fax resume to 403-342-2024.
Farm Work
755
1ST RATE ENERGY SERVICES INC., a growing Production Testing company, based out of Sylvan Lake, is currently accepting resumes for the following positions:
* Experienced Production Testing * Day Supervisors * Night Operators * Experienced Production Testing Assistants If you are a team player interested in the oil and gas industry, please submit your resume, current driver’s abstract and current safety certificates to the following: Fax 403-887-4750 jjudson@1strateenergy.ca or contact Jeanine at 403-887-2147
760
We would like to thank all those candidates who apply, however only qualified personnel will be contacted. Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY
CLASS 1 driver w/5 yrs. exp. and oilfield tickets. Email resume: jkinsella @xplornet.com
LINE LOCATOR ASSISTANT First Aid, H2S and PSTS, valid driver’s licence req’d. Need to be physically fit. Resume by fax 403-227-1398 or email info@accutechcanada.ca LOCAL SERVICE CO. in Red Deer REQ’S EXP. VACUUM TRUCK OPERATOR Must have Class 3 licence w/air & all oilfield tickets. Fax resume w/drivers abstract to 403-886-4475
NOW HIRING Well Testing Personnel Experienced Supervisors & Operators Must have valid applicable tickets Email: lstouffer@ testalta.com
770
800
Day Supervisors, Night Operators & Testing Assistants F/T PLANT FIELD OPERATOR
In Loving Memory of Alex “Rusty” Rutherford April 6, 1931 - April 28, 2011 Until we meet again May God hold you in the palm of his hand ~Forever in our hearts Wife Shirley and Families
Clerical
Valid Candidates must have H2S, First Aid, PST &/or CSTS Please send resume to info@proflo.net or fax: 403-341-4588 RED Deer based acid hauling company looking for Class 1 truck drivers. Top industry wages and benefits package. Please fax resume and drivers abstract to 403-346-3766
720
Southside Dodge is looking for a new fulltime team member to join our great staff! The right candidate is punctual, can work independently and is computer savvy. You must be a quick learner. Experience with ADP and/or CTWIZARD is preferred but not required. Accounting experience would be an asset. Our company offers competitive wages and excellent benefits. If you think you can be an asset to the Southside family then please contact us with your resume via: pk@southsidereddeer.com.
Just had a baby boy? Tell Everyone with a Classified Announcement
309-3300
Woodlea SAT. Apr. 26, Apr. 28 & 29, 9-5. 5349-43 AVE (2 houses S. of 55 ST. on 43 Ave.) Cream pitcher collection, curios, spices and extracts, tools, hardware, bldg. supplies, good clean household, books galore!
must have all necessary valid tickets for the position being applied for. Bearspaw offers a very competitive salary and benefits package along with a steady work schedule. Please submit resumes: Attn: Human Resources Email: hr@bearspawpet.com Fax: (403) 258-3197 or Mail to: Suite 5309, 333-96 Ave. NE Calgary, AB T3K 0S3 Looking for a place to live? Take a tour through the CLASSIFIEDS
TR3 Energy is at the forefront of reclamation and remediation in the oil & gas industry We are currently recruiting for:
Heavy Equipment Operators & Labourers Requirements: Valid Driver’s License H2S Alive Standard First Aid WHIMIS and/or CSTS or PST Pre-Access A&D Testing Ground Disturbance Level 11
Full Time
CSR Must be licensed Salary is commensurate with experience. Please forward your resume:
Fax:
403-341-4270
Email: info@adanacinsurance.com #115, 5114 - 58 Street Red Deer, AB T4N 2L8
Buying or Selling your home? Check out Homes for Sale in Classifieds
Restaurant/ Hotel
820
RAMADA INN & SUITES req’s. Permanent Room Attendants. Exp. not nec. will train. Approx. 35 - 40 hrs/wk. Rate: $12.75 $14/hr. Duties incl’d but not limited to: vacuuming, dusting, washing floors, making beds, empty trash, disinfecting & cleaning bathrooms. Performance based bonus program. Must be fluent with verbal l& written English, be physically fit. Applicants may apply in person at 6853 - 66 St. Red Deer T4P 3T5 or fax 403-342-4433 or email: info@ramadareddeer.com
Please e-mail or fax your resume to: hr@tr3energy.com Fax: (403) 294-9323 www.tr3energy.com
SOUTHPOINTE COMMON and BOWER PLACE Mall Locations. Positions for SUPERVISORS. Looking Professionals for motivated and hard working individuals. Having your own transportation is IT NETWORK a plus. On the job ADMINISTRATOR training, but experience in required FULL TIME for fast food is an asset, and Red Deer Must have min 3 must be avail. to work all years HANDS ON store location hours. verifiable employment which is current. Own vehi- Please specify which store cle, clean drivers abstract, you are applying for, and if you require an LMO to criminal background check work in Canada. Email necessary. Please send resume to awbsp@ resume to: stevel@telus. xplornet.ca net at Longhurst Consulting or Fax: 403-309-3920 Looking for a new pet? Check out Classifieds to Start your career! find the purrfect pet. See Help Wanted
810
800
Oilfield
Join our award winning team and grow with us! Our Frac Flowback Division in Blackfalds, Alberta is seeking dynamic and motivated individuals for the following positions: Operators • Previous experience is an asset, but not necessary Day and Night Supervisors • Previous experience is required We Offer: • A competitive total compensation which includes group insurance and retirement savings plans • Flexible shift schedules • All necessary training to be successful • Opportunities for career progression You Possess: • A valid class 5 license • Current First Aid and H2S certi¿cation • Ability to pass pre-employment testing Please apply online at: www.cs.fmcti.com Fax: 403.885.5894
★
309-3300
810
Would you like to become an Optician?
A Star Makes Your Ad A Winner! CALL:
Professionals
Become An Optician
TO ADVERTISE YOUR SALE HERE — CALL 309-3300 Trudy M. Perreault June 2, 1950 - April 28, 2013 You left us beautiful memories Your love is still our guide, Although we cannot see you, You’re always at our side. Damien, Marc, Michael & families
810
**FMC Technologies Canada Ltd. is formerly known as Pure Energy Services Ltd. **
390707D30
LEWIS Evan, Kelsey and big brother Bodhi are thrilled to announce the arrival of Saffron Jean, born March 3rd, 2014 at 7:54 pm weighing 8lbs 5oz. Proud grandparents are Tom and Karen Lewis and Greg and Brenda Meachem. A special thanks to Dr. Derouin and the incredible nurses on Unit 25.
required for Ponoka, Sylvan Lake & Rocky Mountain House area. Must have min. 3 yrs exp. operating gas wells/plunger systems & field compression/dehydration. Contract operators need not apply. E-mail resume’s to: ken.webster@altagas.ca or fax 403-347-0855
Locally based, home every night! Qualified applicants
OIL & GAS OPERATOR
Bearspaw currently has a position in our Stettler field operations for an intermediate oil and gas operator. Applicants WE are looking for a F/T or must have experience as a P/T journeyman or heavy duty mechanic or apprentice hairstylist for journeyman instrument busy family salon in mechanic and possess Lacombe. Great wages strong mechanical skills, and benefits packages. be quick learners, motivated Bring resume to Hairapy at and hard working and live Lacombe Center Mall or be willing to relocate within a 20 minute commute to workplace location. This position offers a challenging Janitorial work environment, attractive benefits with competitive ARAMARK at (Dow pay and significant room Prentiss Plant) about for promotion. 20-25 minutes out of Red Please submit resumes Deer needs hardworking, reliable, honest person Attn: Human Resources w/drivers license, to work email:kwolokoff@ during shut down, $14/hr. bearspawpet.com Fax resume w/ref’s to Fax 403-252-9719 403-885-7006 Attn: Val Black Mail: Suite 5309 333 96 Ave. NE Calgary, AB T3K 0S3
Oilfield
SERVICE RIG Bearspaw Petroleum Ltd is seeking exp’d FLOORHANDS & DERRICK HANDS
Please specify position when replying to this ad.
CLASS 1 driver for mixed farm operation. F/T, Email: jkinsella@xplornet.com
Hair Stylists
Professionals
Adanac Insurance Services Ltd.
PROFLO is currently seeking
Over 2,000,000 hours St. John Ambulance volunteers provide Canadians with more than 2 million hours of community service each year.
800
Oilfield
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Obituaries
HALL Patrick God, life, the greater intelligence gave witness to the departure of our beloved brother in the early hours of April the 16th, 2014 in the aftermath of a lunar eclipse. Patrick, the warrior he was, had succumbed to mental fatigue; had fought his last battle on the world stage. Patrick was delivered into the world 50 years ago with a legacy of Acadian, Scottish and a dash of Irish blood in his DNA. Patrick’s acts of love and compassion are as humble as they are farreaching. He has served in soup kitchens, served as a life-line for his best friend of 20 years who was housebound, and served as the third adult in helping to raise his sister’s three wonderful children. Patrick had a passion and that was cooking. His colleagues, at the last restaurant he worked at said “how lucky we were to have met such a genuine and wonderful man as Patrick was.” In his youth, he was a dedicated boxer and won many fights, both inside and outside of the ring. Patrick, the form we remember him as, will disintegrate into the lap of mother earth; will perish into nothingness. The good he brought to the world is added to the pool of strength and love we can draw upon to purge our demons, get it right with those around us, and enjoy life as it is meant to be enjoyed - as when Patrick, engulfed in the joy of play, would box and goof around with his dear nephews and niece. Patrick leaves behind his mother and step father Mary and John Neeleman, his father and step mother Ray and Rita Hall, his sister Donna Hall and husband Sidney Jarratt with whom he lived for almost 25 years and their children Molly, Patrick, and Jason whom he loved, nurtured, and protected, brothers Peter and Steven and their wives and children. The grief felt for Patrick now comes and goes as the ebb and flow of the Bay of Chaleur, where he was born. From all of us, thank you Patrick for all you have done. Donation can be made to Landmark East under the Patrick Hall fund. Service will be held at Bethany Baptist Births Church on April 30 at 1:30 on street 3901-44st (north of Eastview middle school).
800
Oilfield
wegotads.ca
389937D20
2950 Bremner Ave. Red Deer, AB T4R 1M9
B8
390001E6
403-309-3300 classifieds@reddeeradvocate.com
Monday, April 28, 2014
Earn your Diploma in Optical Sciences at NAIT’s 2 year program
Requirements • Grade 12, GED, or assessed equivalent • Must be a Canadian Citizen Enrollment starts May 1 - Aug. 15, 2014 Course cost $3,000/yr. Employer will payroll deduction for assistance, if required. Earn While You Learn Full Time Employment 40hrs/wk Training & Practicum hours provided to successful candidate. Mon-Fri 10-7, Sat 9-6 Medical/Dental Benefits To arrange for an interview
Please call (403) 347-7889 EYEWEAR LIQUIDATORS 4924-59 Street, Red Deer, Alberta
391091E10
TO PLACE AN AD
RED DEER ADVOCATE Monday, April 28, 2014 B9
850
GRATIAE is seeking QUICKLINE CRANE INC. 5 Retails Sales reps in Blackfalds selling skin & body care is looking for a products in Parkland Mall MOBILE CRANE & 4747 67th St. Red Deer, HOISTING OPERATOR $12.10/hr + bonus & comm. with experience. F/T - P/T No Exp. Req’d. Must be a minimum third Email resumes: year apprentice & have gratiaereddeersr@ good knowledge of truck gmail.com mount & all terrain cranes. SOAP Stories is seeking 5 Competitive salaries F/T - P/T Beauty Treatincludes benefits. ment O/P, selling soap & Must have a Class 1 license. bath products $14.55/hr. + Please submit all resumes bonus & comm. Beauty by email to: cert. req’d. Location kyle@quicklinecrane.com Parkland Mall - 4747 67th W.R.SCOTT Equipment St. Red Deer. email a company dealing in premierjobrdbto@ compact equipment is gmail.com looking for a representative SOAP Stories is seeking 5 to handle equipment, retail sales reps. Selling soap parts, sales & equipment & bath products. $12.10 hr rentals. Applicant must + bonus & commission. have a valid driver’s F/T & P/T. No exp. req’d. licence, basic computer Parkland Mall 4747 67 St. knowledge is an asset. Red Deer. email resume to Please send resume to: premierjobrd@gmail.com dbevan@ wrscottequipment.com or fax 1-780-440-1771 W.R.SCOTT Equipment requires a driver yard person for small compact equipment yard. email resume to: dbevan@ wrscottequipment.com or fax 1-780-440-1771
C & C COATINGS in Innisfail is seeking F/T Sandblasters and Painters exp. with Endura an asset. Competitive wages and benefits. Fax resume to: 403-227-1165. Looking for apprentice or journeyman mechanic. Pipe bending skills would be a great asset. Wages depend on exp. Going concern shop. Fax resume to:403-346-9909 or drop off at 2410 50 Ave. Phone 403-346-7911 DAIRY equipment supplier looking for a detail oriented PARTS PERSON/ LABOURER Strong computer skills and clean Class 5 req. Competitive wage and benefits package. Email resume: lindsay@ prolineinc.ca FT MACHINIST – ROCKY MTN. HOUSE 4TH YR. APPRENTICE OR JOURNEYMAN Machinist W/ Red Seal Position requires a HIGH degree of skill operating manual Lathes, Milling Machines & Drill Press. Public/Co-worker communications a must; welding skills an asset. CNC experience NOT required. Competitve wages and benefits. Please fax: 403-844-2634 or email: gtdblh@telus.net Only successful applicants will be contacted. INDIVIDUAL REQUIRED to organize staff for jobs & projects. Work with the Fin Fan to organize & follow the transportation rules & regulations for maintenance of equipment & log books for Canada & USA. Please fax resume to 403-342-7447 LOOKING for Framers/ carpenters 403-357-9816
PAINTER F/T Commercial/Residential Brush/Roll Application. Exp. req’d. Vehicle req’d. Contact Drew at CCL 403-596-1829
SHUNDA CONSTRUCTION Requires Full Time
Carpenters & 2nd to 4th Yr. Apprentices Competitive Wages & Benefits. Fax resumes & ref’s to: 403-343-1248 or email to: admin@shunda.ca
Trades
ADULT CARRIERS NEEDED For morning delivery of the ADVOCATE Delivery by 6:30 a.m. 6 days/week in:
GLENDALE
Call Joanne 403-314-4308 for more info ADULT or YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED For delivery of Flyers, Express and Sunday Life
880
Misc. Help
880
Misc. Help
880
Misc. Help
Central Alberta Greenhouses Ltd Greenhouse Laborers required for our greenhouse operation located near Blackfalds, Alberta. Responsibilities include transplanting, watering, handling and caring for plant material and preparation of orders. This position is labor intensive and entails working in a cold/hot environment. Laborers are required to work a minimum 40 hours per week and must be available to work different shifts, 6 days a week. Positions are available starting April and last till mid June. No previous work experience or qualifications are required. Starting wage is $10.03/hr. Please email resume to acctcag@telus.net or fax resume to 403-885-4147 (Attn. Human Resources). Resumes may also be mailed to Box 100, Blackfalds, Alberta, T0M 0J0.
Family owned and operated since 1974, Trail Appliances is one of the leading independent appliance retailers in Western Canada. Trail offers excellent training & a competitive compensation & benefit plan. We are currently looking to expand our workforce at our Red Deer location 2823 Bremner Ave.
Service Coordinator Contract Sales Administrator Customer Service Representative-P/T
NEWSPAPER CARRIERS REQUIRED
WEED SPRAYER required. No experience necessary. Must have valid Class 5 Drivers License. Fax resume to 403-227-5099 or email to cdsprung@telus.net
To deliver 1 day a week in BOWDEN Please call Debbie at 403-314-4307 RENTAL STORE requires an employee for counter sales. Must have equipment and small engine knowledge. Retail and parts inventory experience are assets. Must be physically fit. Full time position with OT in busy season. sales@ parklandrentals.com or fax 403-347-7066
880
Misc. Help
wegot
stuff CLASSIFICATIONS 1500-1990
1590
Clothing
WOMEN’S SKETCHERS, Size 6 runners. Only worn twice. Stone/brown in colour. Low density workout shoe. Shape up while you walk or jog. Asking $50. 403-227-2976
Trail is always looking for people who want opportunities to grow, take ONLY 4 DAYS A WEEK initiative and work well TRUCKERS in within a team environment. Busy road construction If you are looking for a company looking for Class WOMEN’S SKETCHERS, challenging and rewarding 1, Class 3, and winch truck Size 6 runners. GREEN OASIS career with Trail Appliances, drivers. Work is throughout WestPark Only worn twice. please submit your resume Alberta. Must have at least F/T or P/T seasonal and Stone/brown in colour. 3 yr’s exp. Fax resume to year round lawn care positions and cover letter stating the Low density workout shoe. position you are applying 403-309-0489 avail. in our residential, Shape up while you walk for to: reddeerjobs Westpark Cres. & commercial divisions. or jog. Asking $50. SAFETY PERSON @trail-appliances.com Applicators are fully trained 57 Ave. 403-227-2976 Busy road construction Business or by fax: (403)342-7168. to apply fertilizer and/or control Wiltshire Blvd. & company looking for safety We thank all interested Opportunities products to various person. Work is throughout Welton Cres. applicants; only those landscapes. Applicators the province. Experience is Equipmentchosen for an interview are offered comprehensive Enjoy a career in the will be contacted. Security an asset but willing to train Heavy training, excellent wages gifting business with Call Joanne the right person. Must checks will be conducted The original basket boutique! 403-314-4308 info (Start at $17/hr w/no exp. + on have a valid Class 5 drivTRAILERS for sale or rent successful candidates. unlimited overtime if wanted). We are growing in er’s license. Fax resume Job site, office, well site or Red Deer and Alberta. Celebrate your life 403-309-0489 Please provide the following: storage. Skidded or 780.416.2530 or • An above average work with a Classified wheeled. Call 347-7721. www.obbgiftsfranchise.com SUMMER Receptionist ethic and people skills ANNOUNCEMENT Openings Something for Everyone • Class 5 operator’s license Local Red Deer Office with minimal demerits Everyday in Classifieds ATTENTION Students looking for appointment Tools SUMMER WORK flexible • Green industry experience setters during our busy is beneficial but not schedule, $17 baseMisc. season. Ideal for students required to succeed appointment, customer GAS powered pressure or someone searching for • Environmentally conscious Help sales/service, no exp. washer 3 gpm, 2000 psi, Part-Time. Pay starts at with an enthusiasm for necessary, conditions 5.5 Honda engine LABOUR $11.00/hr. Must be avail. the outdoors apply. Will train. Call ACADEMIC Express $199 403-755-2760 Busy road construction Sundays. Call 403-755-8163 Many BONUS 403-755-6711 www. company looking for ADULT EDUCATION to APPLY NOW. Opportunities Available. summeropenings.ca/rda Labours. Work is throughAND TRAINING Email resume to: out Alberta. Must have a Wanted: Hard Working Blown-in Attic reddeer@greenoasis.ca Class 5 license. Fax reindividual to work minimum Firewood Visit: www.greenoasis.ca SPRING START Insulation Installer sume to 403-309-0489 4 days a week for a local Blown-In Attic Insulation landscaping / deck, fence AFFORDABLE • GED Preparation Installers required, building company. Homestead Firewood must have experience driving Experience with power Would you like to take the Spruce & Pine - Split a 3 ton truck with van. tools an asset. Call GED in your community? 7 days/wk. 403-304-6472 Duties: Install attic 403 392-5124 insulation into houses, Carriers are Needed to Deliver • Red Deer TOO MUCH STUFF? shops and barns, etc., Misc. • Rocky Mtn. House Red Deer Express * Flyers * Sunday Life drive 3 ton trucks to and Let Classifieds • Rimbey Help from job sites, maintain help you sell it. • Hanna afternoons & evenings 4 days per week trucks and equipment. • Drumheller If you are reliable, take • Innisfail pride in your job and have • Paintearth your own transportation to MOUNTVIEW SUBDIVISION • Drayton Valley and from work with a clean class 5 driver’s license, Carriers are Needed to Deliver Gov’t of Alberta Funding please apply. may be available. 33 Street 33A Street We offer: 40+work week, Central Alberta Life 34 Street 35 St. Cres. benefits & safety program. 403-340-1930 afternoons & evenings one day per week Resumes will be accepted 36 Street 37 St. www.academicexpress.ca BY EMAIL ONLY, 38 Street 41 Ave. please no phone calls. Central Alberta’s Largest 42 Ave. 43 Ave. Only those SPRINGBROOK Car Lot in Classifieds 43A Ave. 44A Ave. selected will be contacted for an interview. Email: Bench Dog Ind is looking bbcowie@telus.net The papers arrive ready to deliver. for a landscape Laborer. Phone Loren at 403-314-4316 DISPATCHER REQ’D. Starting May 5. $17 per NO COLLECTING! Knowledge of Red Deer ************************** hour or higher depending and area is essential. To order your own home or office delivery on experience. Previous Verbal and written experience in landscaping, of the Red Deer Advocate Newspaper Phone Loren at 403-314-4316 communication skills are paving stones and Allan Phone our Circulation Department at req’d. Send resume by fax Block an asset. Must have 403-314-4300 ************************** to 403-346-0295 transportation and a NON To order your own home or office delivery SMOKER. Contact Richard Tired of Standing? of the Red Deer Advocate Newspaper at benchdogind@yahoo. Find something to sit on Phone our Circulation Department at com or fax resume to 403in Classifieds 782-2257 403-314-4300
870
WE ARE OPENING OUR NEW GROCERY STORE IN PENHOLD. Now accepting applications for
DELI MANAGER PRODUCE MANAGER Must have previous experience in these departments. Requires strong work ethics, be able to lead a team and work under direct supervision of store manager. Fax resume to 403-885-5231 or call Gerry 403-885-5223
Truckers/ Drivers
860
CLASS 1 or 3 drivers req’d for moving equipment. Resumes to be dropped off at Key Towing. 4083-78 St. Cres. Red Deer. DRIVERS WANTED RED DEER Hallcon is currently seeking qualified drivers to transport rail crews throughout the surrounding area. Drivers are ideally based out of RED DEER. No overnight stays required. This position is an on call position. Employees are responsible for taking trips during the period they have designated themselves available to do so. All transportation is done in Hallcon company vehicles. These vehicles are extensively and consistently maintained to ensure optimal safety for our drivers and clients. Drivers must possess a valid Class 1, 2, or 4 license, with a clean driver abstract. Assisted licensing upgrade to achieve a class 4 is available. Pay is based at a rate of $15.38. Earning potential is based on your availability, as our operation runs on a 24/7 on call basis. Both full time and part time employees are welcome. Semi-retired, retired, full time, and part time employees are welcome. Please forward resumes and current driver abstract to Shane Flack at asmabnorth@gmail.com. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
850
1630 1640
880
1660
* Adults * Youths * Seniors *
880
* Adults * Youths * Seniors *
Business Opportunities
870
CARRIERS NEEDED FOR FLYERS, RED DEER SUNDAY LIFE & EXPRESS ROUTES IN:
ANDERS AREA
for full-time permanent shop positions
Please fax resume to 403-227-7796, email to hr@bilton.ca
390731D29
We offer competitive starting Wages and benefits packages including Health, RRSP and Tool Allowance programs.
Success is closer than you think. “I never really felt the traditional
W\SH RI MRE Ζ ZDV ORRNLQJ IRU ȋ
BE JOB READY IN 6 TO 12 MONTHS
VANIER AREA Valentine Cres. / Vandorp St. Call Prodie @ 403- 314-4301 for more info
Call (403) 347-6676
**********************
2965 Bremner Avenue
TO ORDER HOME DELIVERY OF THE ADVOCATE CALL OUR CIRCULATION DEPARTMENT 403-314-4300
@AlbertaAOL
academyoflearning.ab.ca
wegotservices CLASSIFICATIONS 1000-1430
To Advertise Your Business or Service Here
Call Classifieds 403-309-3300
850
classifieds@reddeeradvocate.com
Accounting
1010
INDIVIDUAL & BUSINESS Accounting, 30 yrs. of exp. with oilfield service companies, other small businesses and individuals RW Smith, 346-9351
Antique Dealers and Stores
IS HIRING! We are currently seeking the following to join our team in
1027
4 POST car lifts and Classic Car Finders. We have the highest quality car hoists for your house or man cave avail. Also have car shipping from USA to Red Deer along with brokering, over 300 contacts worldwide for finding your classic car. Call Kyle 403-896-7258
Blackfalds for all shifts: - CONCRETE FINISHERS - STEEL REINFORCE LABOURERS - GENERAL LABOURERS Top wages paid based on experience. Full Benefits and Uniform Package included. Visit our website for more detailed job descriptions at
Contractors
1100
DALE’S Home Reno’s Free estimates for all your reno needs. 403-506-4301 389484D18-29
www.eaglebuilders.ca
We thank all applicants but only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
FRQȴGHQFH Ζ QHHGHG WR JHW H[DFWO\ WKH
Marion Cres / McKenzie Cres
SMITTY’S™ CANADA LIMITED 600 – 501 18th Ave SW Calgary, AB T2S 0C7 www.smittys.ca
or email: hr@eaglebuilders.ca.
PRUH $FDGHP\ RI /HDUQLQJ &DUHHU &ROOHJH JDYH PH WKH VNLOOV DQG
President 1-800-927-0366 cchan@smittys.ca
Applicants are able to apply online or fax resume to 403-885-5516 ATTN: Human Resources
&ROOHJH HQDEOHG PH WR OHDUQ VR PXFK
MORRISROE AREA
Chris Chan
Trades
XVHG E\ WKH $FDGHP\ RI /HDUQLQJ &DUHHU
Lancaster Drive
(SINGLE OR AREA FRANCHISE) Minimum Investment: Approximately $150,000 unencumbered We Provide: Site Selection & Design Lease Negotiations Construction Administration Training & Operations Support Menu Development Marketing For more information, contact:
Canada’s Largest Family Restaurant Chain serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner to Canadians coast to coast since 1960
IRXQG WKH ΖQWHJUDWHG /HDUQLQJȠ 6\VWHP
LANCASTER AREA
FOR APPROVED LOCATION IN
If you would like to be a part of our growing and dynamic team of professionals in your field, we are currently seeking both -
JOURNEYMAN AND B PRESSURE WELDERS
We Change Lives!
INGLEWOOD AREA
OHDUQLQJ VW\OH ZDV HHFWLYH IRU PH Ζ
FRANCHISE AVAILABLE!
We employ over 175 people and provide ample opportunities to employees to achieve their career goals. We provide handson training and an opportunity to work on some of the most interesting projects and applications in the energy sector.
900
Alwright Close
Ing Close / Ireland Cres.
RED DEER, AB
Recently winning the 2013 Business of the Year award, Bilton Welding and Manufacturing Ltd. designs, engineers and manufactures custom energy equipment. Since 1992, Bilton has worked with engineering firms and oil and natural gas producers around the globe to develop their own equipment standards for size, capacity and any number of technical specifications. We operate seven manufacturing facilities in Innisfail, Alberta and have recently expanded our facilities into Calgary Alberta.
Employment Training
LEGAL
CUSTOM MUFFLER
880
TECHNOLOGY
850
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. NEED EXPERIENCED Class 1 drivers for short and long haul. Full Time. Runs AB., SASK, Manitoba & BC. Please call PROMAX TRANSPORT at 227-2712 or fax resume w/abstract 403-227-2743 RED Deer based acid hauling company looking for Class 1 truck drivers. Top industry wages and benefits package. Please fax resume and drivers abstract to 403-346-3766
Misc. Help
BUSINESS
Trades
860
Truckers/ Drivers
ACCOUNTING
Trades
HEALTHCARE
830
390884D26-E2
Sales & Distributors
FENCES & DECKS 403-352-4034 RMD RENOVATIONS Bsmt’s, flooring, decks, etc. Call Roger 403-348-1060
Contractors
1100
SIDING, Soffit, Fascia and custom cladding. Call Dean @ 403-302-9210.
Massage Therapy
1280
FANTASY MASSAGE
International ladies
Eavestroughing
1130
VELOX EAVESTROUGH Cleaning & Repairs. Reasonable rates. 340-9368
Now Open
Specials. 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Private back entry. 403-341-4445 MASSAGE ABOVE ALL WALK-INS WELCOME 4709 Gaetz Ave. 346-1161
1165
VII MASSAGE #7,7464 Gaetz Ave. Escorts Pampering at its TAHNEE 392-0891 *BUSTY* BEST! INDEPENDENT w/own car 403-986-6686 Come in and see Handyman why we are the talk of the town. Services www.viimassage.biz
1200
ALL TRADES Home Maintenance 28 yrs. exp. Retired electrician. Call Rick 403-318-4267 ATT’N: Are you looking for help on small jobs around the house or renovate your bathroom, painting or flooring, and roof snow removal? Call James 403-341-0617
Misc. Services
1290
5* JUNK REMOVAL Property clean up 340-8666 CENTRAL PEST CONTROL LTD. Comm/res. Locally owned. BBB member. 403-373-6182 cpest@shaw.ca
Misc. Services
1290
COMMERCIAL Parking lot Vacuum Street Sweeping & parking lot assessments. 403-341-6900
Painters/ Decorators
1310
JG PAINTING, 25 yrs. exp. Free Est. 403-872-8888
Seniors’ Services
1372
HELPING HANDS Home Supports for Seniors. Est 1999. Cooking, cleaning, companionship. At home or facility. Call 403-346-7777 for information.
Yard Care
1430
JUNK/TREE REMOVAL, Yard/Care 403-358-1614 ROTOTILLING, power raking, aerating & grass cutting. Reasonable rates. 403-341-4745 THE ROTOTILLER GUY Garden Rototilling & Yard Prep. 403-597-3957
B10 RED DEER ADVOCATE Monday, April 28, 2014
1660
LOGS Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346 Now Offering Hotter, Cleaner BC Birch. All Types. P.U. / Delivery. Lyle 403-783-2275
Garden Supplies
1680
TREES: Windbreak, privacy screen, white spruce trees 5’-7’ delivered & planted $60 ea. on 25 or more. 20+ yrs experience (780)778-0223.
Household Appliances
1710
KENMORE White microwave oven 800W, $30. 403-352-8811
Household Furnishings
1720
ELECRIC fireplace, stone with brown wood trim. $150. 403-346-9635 CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS
WANTED
1760
2 INDIAN WAR SHIELDS in great cond. 4x2, $195. 403-347-7405 2 PRAIRIE TEEPEE ALL FUR FLOOR MATS. Great cond. $195. 403-347-7405 2 WOOL ACCENT MATCHING 5X7 CARPETS & 1 matching oval. $45 Clean, will sell separately. DAVID WINTER COLLECTORS HOUSES in original boxes. $10/ea. CANNON K920 Copier machine w/metal stand. Exc. cond. $60 403-352-8811 ALUMINUM 4’ ladder $8, 2/3 of 15kg. bag of Oil-Dri all purpose absorbent $8, hose reel cart portable $35, galvanized garbage can $10; Coleman cooler 22” x 13” alum., $15; power rake blades for lawn mower 2@15”, 1@16”, all for $10, 5 outdoor wrought iron brackets for hanging plants $4/ea, new 20 oz. wet mop $6, timer Mastercraft 24 hr. single cycle $5, desk fan, 3 spd, $10, 25 legal file holders $10, chrome plated wine rack holds 12 bottles $10, ice scraper $8, wallmount bike rack set of 2 $5. 403-314-2026 DOWNSIZING - Everything must go. 403-340-1347 HYDRAULIC jacks, 2 & 3 ton, $10/ea, oxygen acetylene Victor regulator set $35, chrome microwave $20, window air conditioner $35, scoop shovel $10, large scoop shovel $15 403-887-4981 JIG SAW PUZZLES & MISC. BOOKS. $2/ea. 587-273-3436
Houses For Sale
4020
BALINESE KITTENS (2) $50. ea. Burman Kittens (2) $50. ea. 403-887-3649
Cars
5030
Fifth Wheels
5110
Fifth Wheels
5110
1810
LARGE and medium dog kennel $75 & $40 403-506-7117 Classifieds...costs so little Saves you so much!
Holiday Trailers
5120
AVAIL. IMMED. large 2 2 SPEC HOMES 2007 ACCORD 1, owner, bdrm. in clean quiet adult Ready for your colours. full load. $8900. SOLD building, near downtown Can be shown at any time. Co-Op, no pets, 10 & 98 MacKenzie Cres. 403-348-7445 Lacombe. 403-588-8820 EASTVIEW, 1 bdrm. bsmt. BE THE 1ST. suite, fully furnished, n/s, no V.I.P. Access to all listings Sporting 2004 TITANIUM model pets, $750/MO, for single No more competing with Goods 2011 ALPINE 39’, 4 slides, 31E36MK. Loaded, many 2007 STARCRAFT, 30’, $875 for dbl. Utils. incld. other buyers. satellite dish, 7500 w slide, solar, air, walkextras. $24,500 obo. Avail. immed. www.JustListedInfo.com generator, king bed, 2011 403-347-1050 or 304-4580 around bed, sleeps 6, rear GUN SHOW 403-782-9357 or 352-1964 403-358-9999 text / call GMC 3/4 ton Denali, hitch, kitchen. $17,000. O.B.O. May 3 - May 4 Residential One GLENDALE reno’d 2 bdrm. matched to trailer, sell as 403-358-6765 UFA Agri Centre West at Holiday apartments, avail. immed, unit $105,000 obo, photos Info: 403-347-3767 www.garymoe.com avail, trailer only $54,900 CUSTOM BUILT rent $875 403-596-6000 Trailers NEW HOMES Auto MULE DEER head on obo 403 358-4031 LARGE, 1 & 2 BDRM. by Mason Martin Homes shield $150, antlers garybourne66@gmail.com 1982 TRAVEL Trailer. 19’, Wreckers SUITES. 25+, adults only Kyle, 403-588-2550 mounted on shield $50 n/s, no pets 403-346-7111 Something for Everyone dbl. axle, full bathroom, good 403-314-2026 cond. $3200. 403-346-3216 RED’S AUTO. Free Scrap FREE Weekly list of Everyday in Classifieds Vehicle & Metal Removal. properties for sale w/details, TAILOR MADE driver RH AMVIC APPROVED. prices, address, owner’s 320TI 360 10.5 degree Automotive We travel. May pay cash TS-100 shaft, very good 1 & 2 bdrm., Avail. immed. phone #, etc. 342-7355 for vehicle. 403-396-7519 Services Help-U-Sell of Red Deer cond, $60 403-346-0093 Adult bldg. N/S No pets www.homesreddeer.com 403-755-9852 TREADMILL Tempo 611. Vehicles $375 obo. Call 403-347-5306 Newly renovated bachelor, MUST SELL Wanted 1217 sq.ft. duplex. To Buy 1 & 2 bedroom suites 4 bdrm., $191,900. available in central location. Travel Locally owned and RED’S AUTO. Free scrap 403-588-2550 leasing@rentmidwest.com vehicle & metal removal. family operated Packages 1(888) 679-8031 We travel. May pay cash MUST SELL for vehicle. AMVIC New Home. 1335 sq.ft. TRAVEL ALBERTA APPROVED. 403-396-7519 bi-level, 24x23 att. garage. Alberta offers 403-588-2550 SOMETHING , Trucks 1 & 2 bdrm. adult building, for everyone. Misc. Take the Money! N/S. No pets. Make your travel 2001 SILVERADO LT 2wd, Automotive 403-596-2444 plans now. X cab, 5.3L, 166,600 kms, If you own a vehicle, contact us today! grey, tow pkg, $6800 obo FREE removal of scrap Buying or Selling Roommates 403-343-8206 vehicles. Will pay cash for RED DEER your home? some. 403-304-7585 403-754-5104 1995 GMC Cheyenne 1500, Check out Homes for Sale Wanted located in Bashaw. 4971 Phelan St. in Classifieds Start your career! 1 -4 pc bath, non drinking, 240,000 km. $3250 obo. www.thetitlestore.ca See Help Wanted no drugs, no parties, smoking Call 403-318-5799 ok. Household privileges, cable Waskasoo Creek internet, washer, dryer. Coronation Park Female pref. pet friendly. Executive 1/2 Duplex Serious enquiries only. Fenced back yard on creek $540/mo. Avail. immed. Lovely area near walking 403-356-1766 / 877-9177 paths, all amenities. AGRICULTURAL Hardwood floors, newly AVAIL. - 1 bdrm. w/full CLASSIFICATIONS developed basement. bath, $600/mo. incl. all 3 bdrms. up, 2 in bsmt. utils. + cable, washer & 2000-2290 Must sell, dryer. Call 403-350-4041, Buy now and move soon! 403-343-2636 $349,900 Agent selected. Horses Rooms 403-396-5516 or For Rent 403-314-4318 Mon-Wed. WANTED: all types of horses. Processing locally CLEAN, quiet, responsible, www.laebon.com in Lacombe weekly. Furn. $525. 403-342-2627 Laebon Homes 346-7273 403-651-5912 MOUNTVIEW Avail fully furn bdrms for rent. Student or Condos/ Grain, Feed Working M only. 403-396-2468
VIEW ALL OUR PRODUCTS
1860
MORRISROE MANOR
5120
5200
THE NORDIC
2140
5050
Keep the Car
Townhouses
3110
4040
EXCLUSIVE LUXURY TIMOTHY & Brome square Offices RIVERFRONT CONDOS bales, great for horses, apFOR SALE prox. 60 lbs. put up dry in Downtown Red Deer. 2 parking stalls, 4914-46 and covered, $5/bale Call Renee at Sylvan area. 403-887-2798 St. RD. 403-346-5885 403-314-1687 for Inquiries. 2000 SQ.FT. OFFICE, NEW CONDO 4836 51 Street. Parking is avail. $2400/mo. 1000 sq.ft. 2 bdrm., 2 bath. $192,000. 403-588-2550 403-343-9300
wegot
rentals CLASSIFICATIONS
FOR RENT • 3000-3200 WANTED • 3250-3390
Condos/ Townhouses
3030
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
4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes
3050
Mobile Lot
3190
PADS $450/mo. Brand new park in Lacombe. Spec Mobiles. 3 Bdrm., 2 bath. As Low as $75,000. Down payment $4000. Call at anytime. 403-588-8820
wegot
homes
4090
Manufactured Homes
BY OWNER Parkland Estates, 1500 sq. ft. incld’s addition, 3 bdrm., family rm., stone gas fireplace, 1 1/2 baths, 5 newer appls., new paint, water lines, skirting carpet & lino. $65,000. 403-348-5016
Lots For Sale
CLASSIFICATIONS
(Blackfalds) You build or bring your own builder. Terms avail. 403-304-5555
4000-4190
Realtors & Services
3060
3 BDRM trailer in Alix. Lrg fenced yard, shed. No pets. May 1st. 403-348-6594
4160
Pinnacle Estates
4010 wegot
wheels
ACROSS from park, 3 bdrm. 4-plex, 1 1/2 bath, 4 appls. Rent $1175/mo. d.d. $650. Avail. June 1st 403-304-5337
Suites
5240
3090
2190
Hay
5190
5010
1900
2 BDRM. w/fireplace, 4 appls, water/sewer/garbage incld, avail. May 1, SD $650 rent $1025 403-304-5337
OAKLEY Sunglasses model D Whisker Silver /00BLK IRID, polar, never used, $85. 403-352-8811
Pets & Supplies
3060
Suites
3080
Antiques, furniture and estates. 342-2514
Misc. for Sale
1830
Cats
391055D30
Firewood
CLASSIFICATIONS 5000-5300
HERE TO HELP & HERE TO SERVE Call GORD ING at RE/MAX real estate central alberta 403-341-9995 gord.ing@remax.net
Antique & Classic Autos
5020
1966 FORD Mustang Coupe appraised $15,500. Runs good. Would like at least $9500. 403-391-3456
Recently winning the 2013 Business of the Year award, Bilton Welding and Manufacturing Ltd. designs, engineers and manufactures custom energy equipment. Since 1992, Bilton has worked with engineering firms and oil and natural gas producers around the globe to develop their own equipment standards for size, capacity and any number of technical specifications. We operate seven manufacturing facilities in Innisfail, Alberta and have recently expanded by adding an office in Calgary Alberta. We employ over 180 people and provide ample opportunities to employees to achieve their career goals. We provide hands-on training and an opportunity to work on some of the most interesting projects and applications in the energy sector. We currently have career opportunities for a professional;
ESTIMATOR The successful candidate will prepare cost estimates, review, validate, and submit estimates for product manufacturing, projects, or other services as required. This position is responsible for a wide range of project cost estimating and all associated functions within a group of skilled professionals. Responsibilities; You will find success based on your ability to; • Interpret technical drawings to identify engineering specifications, evaluate and estimate materials, manpower, schedule and budget • Effectively analyze production benchmarks and historical costs • Obtain, review and maintain documentation of third party pricing • Interface and provide on-going technical support to customer • Support and comply with the policies, goals, efforts, and programs of Bilton Welding and Manufacturing Ltd. • Provide estimating support to various stakeholders at all stages of projects. • Interface with various stakeholders to ensure accuracy of all estimates. • Recognize key parameters such as equipment and material pricing guidelines, labour market updates, inflation, material take-off and other allowances, escalation philosophy, and site labour productivity factors. Job Requirements; As the ideal candidate you will possess: • Thorough understanding of business processes, stakeholders involvements and their role, information flow and project scope and also ensure that developed estimates covers the entire scope of the projects. • Thorough knowledge of estimating techniques and strategies • Thorough knowledge of oil and gas industry • Ability to calculate mathematical extensions, analyze and understand production drawings, associated documentation, contracts, cost coding systems, work breakdown structures, etc. • Excellent computer skills in Estimating Software and Microsoft Office • Minimum of 3-5 years industrial estimating experience required
PROJECT MANAGER The successful candidate will have the overall responsibility for the successful initiation, planning, design, execution, monitoring, controlling and closure of a project. The Project Manager must have a combination of skills including an ability to ask penetrating questions and resolve conflicts, as well as more general management skills.
We operate seven manufacturing facilities in Innisfail, Alberta and employ over 175 people. With your long-term interests in mind, we provide you with ample opportunities to achieve your career goals. We’ll provide you with hands-on training and an opportunity to work on some of the most interesting projects and applications in the energy sector. We currently have career opportunities for a professional;
CAD DESIGNER Essential Job Functions • • • • •
design/draft tanks, vessels and piping packages create detailed fabrication drawings using inventor software interpret customer and engineering markups and make changes to drawings create drawing files for parts to be cut by the plasma table administrate autodesk vault, inventor content center libraries and autocad plant 3d specs
The incumbent must possess the following; • diploma in Engineering Design and Drafting Technology or equivalent • certified Engineering Technologist (CET) • minimum 3 year’s experience designing/drafting piping packages, pressure vessels, tanks and skids • proficient with using AutoCAD, plant 3d, and inventor • experience with creating BOM’s and utilizing an ERP software (M2M preferred) • experience using a nesting software (ProNest preferred) We offer competitive wage and benefits packages Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted. Please forward your resume via fax to:
(403) 227-7796 or e-mail: hr@bilton.ca
Job Requirements; As the ideal candidate you will possess: • Completion of PMP certification, working toward completion or equivalent • Minimum 3 years previous experience in related industry or role • Microsoft Project experience is an asset • Thorough knowledge of oil and gas industry
PURCHASING ANALYST The successful candidate will be responsible for product procurement, vendor communication, and identifying cost saving opportunities, while working with various departments to ensure high levels of customer service internally and externally. Responsibilities; You will find success based on your ability to; • Ensure all purchase orders are accurate per required BOM items including material grade requirements and special specifications • Negotiate prices, credit terms, discounts and delivery arrangements with suppliers. • Expedite problems with suppliers and vendors regarding costs, quality, quantity or delivery of goods. • Effective use of historical data to ensure competitive pricing. • Perform on-going review of product, service, equipment, and expense usage to identify new opportunities for cost savings. • Keep informed of new sources of supply for materials and services Job Requirements; As the ideal candidate you will possess: • Experience in negotiating and contract formation of major supply chain agreements • Minimum of 3-5 years purchasing experience required • PMAC Certification, or work toward, is an asset but not required • Strong oral, written communication skills required, must be able to present material. • Strong attention to detail, follow work rules, and adhere to work schedules required • Work with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism • Previous experience with M2M is an asset
Career development, growth and unlimited possibilities – you’ll find it here! Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted. Please forward your resume with a cover letter indicating the position you are applying for via fax to
(403) 227-7796 or e-mail to hr@bilton.ca
47906D29
Bilton Welding and Manufacturing Ltd. designs, engineers and manufactures custom energy equipment. Since 1992, Bilton has worked with engineering firms and oil and natural gas producers around the globe to develop their own equipment standards for size, capacity and any number of technical specifications.
Responsibilities; You will find success based on your ability to; • Manage day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope • Monitor progress of each project while in production • Keep up-to-date with progress and plans on future stages • Constantly monitor and report on progress of the project to all stakeholders • Keep client updated with the current status of projects • Plan and schedule project timelines, update schedule • Manage project changes and budget • Effectively apply our methodology and enforce project standards
RED DEER ADVOCATE Monday, April 28, 2014 B11
Logano outruns former champs WATER COOLER CHATTER APLENTY AS NASCAR DELIVERS STIRRING DUEL AND THEN POST-RACE FISTICUFFS BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS RICHMOND, Va. — Joey Logano punched his ticket to NASCAR’S playoffs. Marcos Ambrose punched Casey Mears. Logano used a savvy move to get around three dueling former champions in the final laps Saturday night at Richmond International Raceway, and the classic short-track ending caused tempers to flare in a big way in the garage afterward. The biggest skirmish had Marcos Ambrose, who finished 18th, confronting Casey Mears, who was 19th. Mears first pushed Ambrose out of the way, and Ambrose retaliated with a thundering punch in the face that appeared to draw blood. It was unclear what caused the two to confront each other, but NASCAR vice-president of competition Robin Pemberton said the governing body would review the matter. Logano, meanwhile, needed 26 races and two trips to Richmond before putting himself in NASCAR’s playoff last season. There will be no such nailbiting this year, and it took just one Richmond race to make it so. The Team Penske driver took advantage of the late-race duel to grab the lead and then outran former champions Matt Kenseth, Jeff Gordon and Brad Keselowski. Logano’s second victory essentially assured him a spot in the 10-race Chase for the championship, which he only achieved on his last chance a year ago. Logano’s first career victory on the 0.75-mile oval came when Gordon, Kenseth and Keselowski raced in a triangle jockeying for position, and Logano went underneath all three and held off Gordon for his fifth career Sprint Cup victory. “I’m more surprised than anyone else here,” Logano said. “This is one
Photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Matt Kenseth (20), Jeff Gordon (24) and Brad Keselowski (2) race on the back stretch in the closing laps of the NASCAR Sprint Cup auto race at Richmond International Raceway in Richmond, Va., Saturday. of my worst tracks. ... What a crazy finish.” It got crazier afterward, with Keselowski vowing to remember how Kenseth blocked him from a chance at winning. “I had a shot at winning the race and felt like he ran me off the track,” said Keselowski, who was fifth on the final restart, but had the fastest car on short runs all night. “You race to win and he definitely was racing to win, but you hope when somebody races to win that they at least win the race if they’re going to wreck you or run you off the race track. “It was just a mind-boggling move to me, but I made sure I got him back and made sure my teammate could win the race. ... I thought it was uncalled for. ... Just got to put that in the bank and remember it,” Keselowski said. Gordon said Kenseth was just doing what he needed to do to try and hang on. “I think Matt did what he thought he had to do to win,” Gordon said. “He started making his car real wide. He probably didn’t make the guys behind him real happy.” Kenseth had come from nowhere af-
Jones takes down Teixeira for seventh straight title defence UFC 172 BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS BALTIMORE — Jon Jones had the Baltimore crowd roaring when he broke out the “squirrel” dance made famous by Ray Lewis. It was just the opening act of a dazzling performance. “I hope I got the dance right,” Jones said. He nailed it — then went out and punished Glover Teixeira. Jones flawlessly mixed jabs and elbows in one of the greatest fights of his career, winning a unanimous decision over Teixeira on Saturday night at UFC 172, successfully defending his light heavyweight championship for the seventh straight time. Jones (20-1) won 50-45 on all three scorecards and rolled to his 11th straight victory, the longest streak among active UFC fighters. “I think it was the best peformance of his career,” UFC President Dana White said. “I thought he never looked better than he did tonight.” He opened his pre-fight walk with the dance Lewis made his signature move. The former Baltimore Ravens linebacker had a cageside seat and stood several times to root on Jones. Chandler Jones and Arthur Jones, his NFL-playing brothers, also attended and sat near Lewis. Arthur Jones, who plays for the Colts, was a Super Bowl champion with Lewis and the Ravens. Often booed, the fighter nicknamed “Bones” turned Baltimore into a homecage advantage and showed Lewis that perhaps imitation was the sincerest form of battery. “It was great to have the crowd on my side again,” he said. “I practiced that dance all day today. Ray was happy.” Teixeira (22-3) ended a 20-bout winning streak that dates nine years. “To beat a guy who hasn’t lost in 20 fights, I can’t complain about that peformance,” Jones said. Jones was warned twice about eye pokes in the first two rounds and was threatened to have a point deducted if he did it again. No need. He battered and bloodied the challenger, opening a cut over Teixeira’s right eye, and sending his mouthpiece flying with a hard right. Jones took down Teixeira in the final seconds of the fourth and pounded away on his face before the horn sounded. He was in complete control in his latest dominant performance, something he vowed to do after he took a pounding the last time out against Alexander Gustafsson. Jones, one of UFC’s biggest active pay-per-view
draws, pinned Teixeira against the cage several times and wore him down with body shots. White said Gustafsson and Jones will have a rematch next. “I had to answer a lot of questions after my last fight,” Jones said. “Had I lost my mojo? I answered those tonight.” Just blocks away from Camden Yards, the real heavy hitters were inside Baltimore Arena for UFC’s debut in the city. In the co-main event, Anthony “Rumble” Johnson cruised to a unanimous decision victory over former Penn State wrestler Phil Davis. Johnson fought for UFC for the first time in more than two years after he was cut once before for repeatedly failing to make weight. White welcomed Johnson back with one caveat, he would never return if he failed to make weight for the Davis bout. Johnson made weight for the 205-pound bout — and made Davis pay. He busted open Davis near his left eye with a flurry of strikes early in the first, stopped all eight takedown attempts over three rounds and won 3027 on all three cards. Looking at White, Johnson expressed gratitude for his second chance. “Mr. Dana White, thank you for what you did,” he said. “He’s the man who changed me. He’s the man who turned me into a beast!” Earlier on the pay-per-view card, Max Halloway choked out Andre Fili in the third round and Jim Miller did the same against Yancy Medeiros in the first round. Luke Rockhold tapped out Tim Boetsch in the first round to keep UFC 172 humming along. “It’s the night of guillotines, I guess,” Miller said. With UFC bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey in her corner, Jessamyn Duke dropped a unanimous decision to Bethe Correia in the only women’s bout. Rousey, perhaps UFC’s biggest star, accompanied Duke to the octagon and shook her head in disgust after the scores were announced. “I thought I had it,” Duke said. “I knew it was going to be close, but I really thought the fight was mine.” Rousey coached Duke on “The Ultimate Fighter” and they train together with other female fighters known as “The Four Horsewomen.” Rousey’s appearance had fans standing and snapping pictures and was a highlight among the preliminary bouts. Chris Beal opened the card with a flying right knee that connected flush on Patrick Williams’ chin for a KO. “This might have been the most perfect flying knee I’ve ever seen!” White tweeted.
ter lurking in the back of the top 10 all race long, suddenly charging through the field and passing Gordon to grab the lead with 38 laps to go. It was his first lead. “I was trying to win the race. I think that’s what all five of us were trying to do,” Kenseth said. Logano, meanwhile, looks forward to the next 15 races knowing he’s already got a spot in the playoffs. “At this point, we really have nothing to lose,” Logano said of the remaining 15 races before the Chase field is set. “It’s all about going for wins and having fun out there and making sure we’re ready for when the Chase starts.” Gordon said the three-way battle helped create the opening for Logano. “I was really just trying to battle with those guys to get the best finish that we could,” Gordon said. “(Logano) was in a great position while we were all sitting there sliding around battling it out. To come home second is still a great finish.” Kyle Busch, never in contention, rose to finish third, followed by Keselowski and Kenseth. “That last restart was intense. ... I just drove by everybody,” Busch said.
Gordon, who led 173 laps, and teammate Earnhardt both seemed poised to challenge at the end, but after the final restart, Team Penske teammates Logano and Keselowski became the ones to watch. Their cars had easily been the fastest on fresh rubber all night, so much so that Gordon said, “I just had to let the 2 and the 22 go right by me because they were so fast” on fresh tires. Signs of the wild ending may have come very early. Clint Bowyer started third and hoped a return to one of his best tracks would allow him to put last September behind him. That was when Bowyer’s intentional spin late in the last race before the playoffs jumbled the finishing order, and the drivers who made the Chase, leading to a NASCAR investigation. Instead of a clean run, Bowyer hit rookie pole-sitter Kyle Larson on the opening lap, sending Larson spinning. He also twice pitted under a green flag, right before a caution flag came out, and was battling Danica Patrick for 38th place when a fire in his engine ultimately caused him to park for the night.
Man City back in Premier League title hunt with win ALSO GOT SOME HELP FROM CHELSEA WITH WIN OVER LIVERPOOL SOCCER BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS LIVERPOOL, England — The Premier League title race swung back in Manchester City’s favour Sunday as the team took full advantage of Liverpool slipping up against Chelsea. Liverpool still tops the standings despite losing 2-0 to Chelsea, which is now only two points behind with two games remaining. But it’s City that now has matters in its own hands after winning 2-0 at Crystal Palace. Despite still sitting third in the table, three points behind Liverpool, the 2012 champions have a game in hand and a superior goal difference. With City playing at Everton on Saturday, Liverpool needs a huge favour from its neighbours at Goodison Park to regain the initiative in the title race. It’s a race which is likely to go down to the final day on May 11. City has Yaya Toure back from a thigh injury at just the right time. The influential midfielder scored one goal and set up City’s second to overcome a Palace side that had secured its Premier League status by winning its previous five games, including against Chelsea. Toure whipped in a cross in the fourth minute in south London that Edin Dzeko headed into the net. Just before halftime, Toure started and concluded a collective attacking advance by sending a curling shot past Julian Speroni. “It was a tricky game but we did well,” Toure said. The match at Anfield wasn’t as live-
ly — despite the same score-line — as a resilient Chelsea side successfully nullified a team on an 11-game winning streak. Liverpool gifted Chelsea the opening goal in first-half stoppage time. Captain Steven Gerrard, usually the reliable heartbeat of the team and inspirational one-club player, slipped near the halfway line, giving away the ball to Demba Ba. With Gerrard unable to chase him down, the Senegal striker advanced unchallenged before slotting the ball past goalkeeper Simon Mignolet. After Chelsea withstood a series of attacks, Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge lost possession in the 90th minute to allow a rapid counterattack that Willian completed. It was Liverpool’s first league loss since a trip to Chelsea four months ago, and manager Brendan Rodgers was frustrated at the way counterpart Jose Mourinho set up his team. “They obviously sat very deep — I think there were two buses parked today, never mind one,” Rodgers said. “It was clear that they’d come certainly not wanting to win the game, with the time wasting.” Mourinho, who rested some players ahead of Chelsea’s Champions League semifinal second leg against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday, took on critics of his game-plan. “When a team defends well you call it defensive display,” he said. “When a team defends badly and concedes two or three goals you don’t mention a defensive display.” The day’s biggest-scoring game saw Sunderland rout 10-man Cardiff 4-0 to climb out of the relegation zone and send the Welsh club bottom.
Liverpool striker Suarez voted player of the year by fellow English pros BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS LIVERPOOL, England — Liverpool striker Luis Suarez has been voted player of the year by his fellow professionals in English football, capping a season in which his scoring prowess helped erase memories of previous bans for racism and biting. The 27-year-old Uruguay international became the first South American to collect the Professional Footballers’ Association accolade on Sunday, having led Liverpool’s unexpected Premier League title challenge with 30 goals. “The Premier League is full of really great players and so it is a great honour when these players recognize your work on the pitch,” Suarez said. “I always try my best for the team and it is nice to get awards but really this
is for my teammates and the staff at Liverpool because without their help I wouldn’t have this prize.” But it was a bittersweet day for Suarez, who flew to London from Liverpool after failing to score as the leaders’ title charge was halted by a 2-0 loss to Chelsea. Suarez missed the first five league matches of the season while completing his 10-match ban for biting Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic. He was previously suspended for eight games for racially abusing Manchester United defender Patrice Evra. After Liverpool fans backed Suarez as his reputation was repeatedly damaged, they could have turned against him for pushing to join Arsenal last year. But he was quickly forgiven, and even critics have started to warm to one of football’s most gifted players after a year free of misdemeanours.
HEALTH
B12
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2014
Aliens of the sea studied UNIQUE FLOATING LAB SEEKS CLUES ON REGENERATION BY LAURAN NEERGAARD THE ASSOCIATED PRESS FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Researcher Leonid Moroz emerges from a dive off the Florida Keys and gleefully displays a plastic bag holding a creature that shimmers like an opal in the seawater. This translucent animal and its similarly strange cousins are food for science. They regrow with amazing speed if they get chopped up. Some even regenerate a rudimentary brain. “Meet the aliens of the sea,” the neurobiologist at the University of Florida says with a huge grin. They’re headed for his unique floating laboratory. Moroz is on a quest to decode the genomic blueprints of fragile marine life, like these mysterious comb jellies, in real time — on board the ship where they were caught — so he can learn which genes switch on and off as the animals perform such tasks as regeneration. No white coats needed here. The lab is a specially retrofitted steel shipping container, able to be lifted by crane onto any ship Moroz can recruit for a scientific adventure. Inside, researchers in flip-flops operate a stateof-the-art genomic sequencing machine secured to a tilting tabletop that bobs with rough waves. Genetic data is beamed via satellite to a supercomputer at the University of Florida, which analyzes the results in a few hours and sends it back to the boat. The work is part conservation. “Life came from the oceans,” Moroz says, bemoaning the extinction of species before scientists even catalogue all of them. “We need a Manhattan Project for biodiversity. We’re losing our heritage.” Surprising as it may sound, it’s part brain science. “We cannot regenerate our brain, our spinal cord or efficiently heal wounds without scars,” Moroz notes. But some simple sea creatures can. Moroz accidentally cuts off part of a comb jelly’s flowing lower lobe while putting it into a tank. A few hours later, the wound no longer is visible. By the next afternoon, that lobe had begun to regrow. What’s more remarkable, these gelatinous animals have neurons, or nerve cells, connected in circuitry that Moroz describes as an elementary brain. Injure those neural networks and some, but not all, species of comb jellies can regenerate them, too, in three days to five days, he says, if they’re in a habitat where they can survive long enough. “Nature has found solutions to how to stay healthy,” says Moroz, who also studies human brains when he’s back on shore. “We need to learn how they do it. But they are so fragile, we have to do it here,” at sea. Two trial-run sails off the Florida coast showed that the shipboard lab can work. Moroz’s team generated information about thousands of genes in 22 organisms, including some rare comb jellies. Moroz’s ultimate goal is to take the project around the world, to remote seas where it’s especially hard
File photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
University of Florida molecular biologist Andrea Kohn in front of a genomic sequencing machine attached to a special tilting tabletop that bobs with rough waves in this shipboard laboratory during a sail in the Gulf Stream off the coast of Florida. The lab is part of a research project to decode the genomic blueprints of fragile marine life in real time — on board the ship where they were caught. to preserve marine animals for study. “If the sea can’t come to the lab, the lab must come to the sea,” says Moroz, who invited The Associated Press on the second test trip, a 2 ½-day sail. Flying fish zip alongside the 141-foot yacht Copasetic as it bounces across the giant ocean current known as the Gulf Stream. Inside the lab, the donated $50,000 genetic sequencer is rocking on its special tabletop. Molecular biologist Andrea Kohn wedges her hip against cabinets to stay upright, prepping the machine for the day’s first run. With a pipette in hand, she carefully drips precious samples from a comb jelly experiment onto a chip the size of a digital camera’s memory card. Graduate student Rachel Sanford had given a series of these animals a cut, and then biopsied the healing tissue 30 minutes, an hour and two hours later. She’s trying to tease out what genetic activity
spurs the steps of healing. She studies the comb jellies’ rudimentary brains in much the same way. “I work on these things that are kind of like jellyfish, but they’re not jellyfish at all. And I take out their brain. And then it grows back. And then I try to figure out how it grows back,” is Sanford’s simplified explanation. She’s looking for master regulators, key molecules that control that regrowth. If she can find some, a logical next step would be to investigate whether people harbour anything similar that might point to pathways important in spinal cord or brain injuries. A clue, Moroz says, probably will be found in the differences between comb jelly species. “Why does one regenerate, and another not? That is the milliondollar question.” Evolution shows “there is more than one design for how to make a cell, how to make a brain,” he adds.
FDA approves Pap smear alternative WASHINGTON — Federal health regulators have cleared a genetic test from Roche as a first-choice screening option for cervical cancer. It was a role previously reserved for the Pap smear, the decadesold mainstay of women’s health. The Food and Drug Administration approved Roche’s cobas HPV test to detect the human Papillomavirus, or HPV, in women 25 and up. HPV causes nearly all cases of cervical cancer. Doctors already use such DNA-based tools as a follow-up to confirm Pap test results. But Thursday’s decision means Roche can now market its test as a first-choice option for cervical cancer screening, ahead of the Pap test. Currently no major medical guidelines recommend HPV testing alone for cervical cancer screening. Dr. David Chelmow of Virginia Commonwealth University said physicians should hold off on using the test until medical societies can provide guidance on some key questions, including how frequently it should be used. Chelmow spoke on behalf of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the FDA’s meeting to review the test last month. Roche supported its bid for expanded marketing with study results suggesting genetic testing is more accurate and objective at identifying cancerous growths than the Pap smear, which requires doctors to examine cervical cells under a microscope for signs of cancer. The test detects 14 high-risk forms of HPV that can lead to cervical cancer. The FDA approval comes despite pushback from public health advocates, who warned regulators that approving the DNA test as an alternative to Pap could lead to confusion, higher costs and overtreatment. More than a dozen patient groups raised those concerns in a letter to the FDA last week. Specifically, they said HPV-only testing could lead to overtreatment of younger women who carry the virus but have little risk of developing actual cancer. Most sexually active young people contract HPV, though their bodies usually eliminate the virus within a few months. Only yearslong infections develop into cancer. FDA officials said in a statement Thursday that they approved the test because “Roche Diagnostics conducted a well-designed study that provided the FDA with a reasonable assurance of the safety and effectiveness.” The trial included over 47,000 women who underwent cervical screening using either Pap or HPV screening. The test results were then checked for accuracy against final biopsy results that confirmed whether they actually had cancer. For decades the Pap test was the only screening option for cervical cancer — and it’s had a remarkably successful track record. The number of cervical cancer cases reported in the U.S. has decreased more than 50 per cent in the past 30 years, primarily due to increased Pap screening. Still, an estimated 12,000 cases of cervical cancer are expected to be diagnosed this year, a fact that has spurred development of HPV tests like those from Roche, Qiagen and other test makers. HPV test costs generally cost between $80 and $100, about twice as much as a $40 Pap. Medical guidelines have been evolving rapidly
to try and incorporate both techniques. Under the latest guidelines from the American Cancer Society, a Pap test is recommended every three years for women 21 to 29 years old. Women 30 and older should have both a Pap test and an HPV test every five years, or a Pap test alone every three years. HPV screening is not recommended for women in their 20s because it increases the odds of more invasive testing that can leave the cervix less able to handle pregnancy later in life. But the FDA approval allows Roche to market its test for women as young as 25. Women who test positive for the most high-risk strains of HPV should be referred for a colposcopy, an invasive test in which doctors view the cervix with a magnifying device and often collect a tissue sample for testing. Groups including the Cancer Prevention and Treatment Fund, American Medical Women’s Association and Our Bodies Ourselves questioned why
Nancy Grey y
the FDA would approve labeling that goes against medical society recommendations. In its statement approving the test, the FDA staff suggested its decision would not change how doctors use HPV screening. “It does not change current medical practice guidelines for cervical cancer screening. These guidelines are developed, reviewed and modified by groups other than the FDA,” said Dr. Alberto Gutierrez, who oversees the FDA’s medical testing office. But patient advocates rejected that reasoning. “They imply that the FDA approval decision isn’t that important in deciding how this test will be used,” said Diana Zuckerman, president of the Cancer Prevention and Treatment Fund. “By claiming to pass the buck to the experts in the field, FDA is not taking responsibility for the agency’s influential decision to approve the test as a replacement of the Pap smear for women over 25.”
Rochelle Oakes R
The
Keep It Simple Team Has Helped over 350 People
Re-Establish Your Credit TODAY! WE CAN HELP GOOD PEOPLE WITH BRUISED CREDIT WE CAN HELP • • • •
Low Income New To The Country Bankruptcy Going Through A Divorce
RED DEER’S
2804 Gaetz Ave., Red Deer www.southsidedodgechrysler.com
• • • • •
Limited Credit No Credit New To The Province Credit Rebuilding Consumer Proposals
CERTIFIED DEALER
ON SITE FINANCING AVAILABLE* BE PREPARED FOR IMMEDIATE DELIVERY
53533D27
BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS