Sylvan Lake News, June 26, 2014

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- Coryn Tardif impressed with her vocal skills during École Our Lady of the Rosary School’s talent show last Friday.

See more pictures from the show inside.

STUART FULLARTON

Soared - École Mother Teresa

School student Renn Bryck soared through the air in long jump at the school’s Elementary Sports Day Tuesday.

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Volunteers Wanted Sylvan Lake Seniors’ Bus Association is looking for volunteer drivers approximately 3-4 times per month. For info call Don Lanterman 403-864-2230 or Rae Verity 403-887-6226.

Sylvan Lake Seniors’ Lodge is looking for volunteer drivers for the Meals on Wheels program. Call Pat at 403-864-8285.

Canadian Cancer Society needs volunteer drivers in Sylvan Lake to ensure cancer patients always have a safe ride to and from their treatments at the Central Alberta Cancer Centre. If you can spare one weekday per week, please become a volunteer driver today. To get involved call 403-347-3662 or email volunteer@cancer.ab.ca.

Volunteers are required for Friends of the Library committee. Do you enjoy the library? Would you like to make a difference? We are looking for enthusiastic friends to support the library in many different ways. Please join us and have fun, meet like-minded people, volunteer and feel good about supporting a service that benefits everyone in the community!

Call Debbie at 403-887-0968.

Veterans Voices of Canada is a non-profit charity producing and documenting on camera interviews with Canadian military veterans for history and education. Volunteers are needed to fill positions such as interview coordinators, special fundraising team coordinators and interview transcriptionists.

Please visit the website www.vetvoicecan.org. If you would like to help in keeping history alive contact Allan Cameron at 403-887-7114 or email acvetvoice@gmail.com.

Special Events Thursday, June 26 - École H. J. Cody High School Grad 2014. Picture on the pier at 10:30, the grad march to multiplex followed by convocation ceremony at 12 pm.

Saturday, June 28 - Sylvan Lake Library. Watch Captain America: the Winter Soldier before it comes out on DVD. 3-5:30 pm. Movie, popcorn and punch are free. Donations graciously accepted.

Tuesday, July 1 - A variety of events around town celebrating Canada Day. Visit the pier where the Rotary Club will have tents set up, flags and tattoos among other things. March of Canadians from the Legion at 2 pm. Fireworks by the Town of Sylvan Lake in the evening. Watch for more details.

Tuesday, July 1 - Canada Day celebrations in Eckville at Eckville Arena grounds 6-8 p.m. Free hot dogs, watermelon, cake, refreshments. Children’s activities including bouncy structures, face painting and more. Fireworks at dusk north of the water tower. Splash park grand opening 3-5 p.m. Free ice cream will be served.

Friday, July 4 to Sunday, July 6 - 97th annual Benalto Fair and CPRA Pro Rodeo. Three days of hall exhibits, trade show, vendors and fun for the family.

Includes junior rodeo, wild pony races and horse showing classes. www.benaltoagsociety.ca.

Saturday, July 5 - Tailgate sale by Benalto Booster Club from 10 am to 3 pm in downtown Benalto.

Book a street spot now for $10. Then tell your friends to come shopping. Phone Benalto Store for info 403-746-3775.

Saturday, July 5 - Sylvan Lake Library. Family movie matinee, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Disney’s African Cats, Chimpanzee and Wings of Life. Drop in. Popcorn and juice provided. For more info, call 403-887-2130.

Saturday, July 5 - Art At The Lake from 10 am to 4:30 pm at the Best Western Hotel, 5027 Lakeshore Drive. Featuring hand blown glass art, watercolour, oil and acrylic paintings, raku-fired and functional ceramics, forged metal work and lots more by leading Central Alberta artists and artisans. For info call 403-748-2557.

Saturday, July 12 - Sylvan Lake Legion fun golf tournament at Top O’ The Hill. Tea times begin at 1300 hours. To register drop by the Legion or call 403-887-2601. Deadline to register July 6. Open to first 40 golfers.

Tuesday, July 15 - Seniors, do you love golf? Join us for a day of golf at Top O’ The Hill golf course. Call Maryan at Sylvan Lake Seniors’ Centre to register 403-887-5428 before July 8th.

Thursday, July 24 - Thrilling Thursday at Dickson Store Museum 1-4 p.m. Rain or shine. Super hero theme. Come out and enjoy super hero-themed games, crafts and other fun activities. No registration necessary. For more info, call (403) 728-3355.

Support Programs Wednesdays - Sylvan Lake Community Food Bank issues hampers from 9:30 am to 12 noon. Located in basement of Seventh-day Adventist Church, 4607 47th Ave., Sylvan Lake. Contact 403-887-4534 in you are in need of assistance.

Sylvan Lake Al-Anon (for families and friends of alcoholics) 8 pm Sundays, Presbyterian Church (north door), Kathy 403-887-4470 or Robyn 403887-2961.

Sylvan Lake AA meetings. Tuesdays 7:30 pm Lions Hall; Sundays 8 pm Presbyterian Church (north door). For more information call male 403-8874470, 403-588-5491 or female 403-887-4297.

Narcotics Anonymous meetings Thursday nights at 7:30 pm at Bethany Sylvan Lake, 4700 47th Ave.

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- Raising money for Jumpstart, a program designed to assist youngsters participate in organized sports, were cooks and servers Jackson Hummel, Stephanie Verbeek, Hannah Hummel, Kerry Hummel and Matthew Ventura, during Canadian Tire’s Jumpstart Day May 31. Besides selling burgers, hot dogs and refreshments, the store had a large selection of merchandise which was offered at 50 per cent off the last marked price with all proceeds for the Jumpstart program. The barbecue raised about $700.

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Weekly events At the Seniors’ Centre: Mondays - Wii bowling; Tuesdays Sit & Be Fit, Whist, Beginner Bridge, Scrabble; Wednesdays - Drama troupe, lunches, Bible study, Beginner painting with oils; Thursdays - Alberta Senior Benefit Program; Fridays - Yoga, forums, bridge. Bus trips and foot care clinics. For more info call 403-887-5428.

Mondays - Toastmasters Sylvan’s Slick Speakers will remain active during the summer. Meeting at Sylvan Lake Alliance Church, 4404 47 Ave. from 7-8:15 pm. Our club is open to everyone wishing to improve their communication and leadership skills.

For info call Ian Oostindie 403-887-0968.

Tuesdays - Health Moms & Healthy Babes (newborn to 12 months), from 10-11:30 am. Childcare provided for older siblings. Community Partners office.

For info 403-887-9989.

Thursdays - Sylvan Lake Seniors Bus to Red Deer.

Pick-up starts at 9:15 am. Returning to Sylvan 1 pm from Parkland Mall. Call Don/Lydia Lanterman at 403-864-2230.

Thursdays - Community Bingo at Sylvan Lake Seniors’ Centre. Precall at 6:30 bingo starts at 7 pm.

Canteen opens at 5:30 pm.

Groups & Activities C.H.I.P.S. - Children’s Indoor playspace is a nonstructured playtime for children 0-5 years old.

Riding, climbing and bouncing toys provided and parents and caregivers can socialize. Mondays 9-11:30 am; Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30-11:30 am; Thursdays 12:30-2:30 pm. at the community centre. Contact Kari for info 403-392-0323.

Sylvan Lake Spray Park - Keep informed on the project and volunteer opportunities at facebook. com/SLSprayPark.

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Secondary suites authority bylaw rejected

BY STUART FULLARTON SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

Sylvan Lake town councillors on Monday rejected second reading of a land use bylaw amendment that would have seen secondary suite authority delegated to the development officer.

Several residents spoke at the bylaw’s public hearing, noting their disapproval of the proposed amendment.

Some councillors felt it would be better to address the issue as part of a land use bylaw review.

“It seems to me like we’re trying to make a decision on something that we’re going to be reconsidering when we review the land use bylaw,” said Councillor Jas Payne. “It almost seems like the sort of decision that we should be putting off until we have that land use bylaw review.”

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Members of the Sylvan Lake and Area Urgent Care committee were presented with a cheque for $12,547 by the Spirit of Sylvan Yuletide Festival and Market committee last Wednesday evening.

The money was raised from last November’s festival. This was the second donation from the festival which last year contributed $12,256.

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Ambulatory Care Committee new name for urgent care initiative

BY STEVE DILLS SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

There’s a new name for Sylvan Lake area’s urgent care initiative, but the goals of the committee, which has been working for three years, have not changed.

Susan Samson, chair of the committee, used a cheque presentation last Wednesday to update the group’s largest contributor about what’s happening.

She and members of her committee attended a Spirit of Sylvan Yuletide Festival and Market meeting and accepted a cheque for $12,547, proceeds from the second annual festival last November.

“We’ve been going with urgent care,” she said, “but it’s apparent the province is not going to build urgent care”.

As a result they’ve changed their name to Ambulatory Care Committee, Sylvan Lake Area.

“The name was changed to fit the model available to us under Family Care Centres,” Samson said.

Last month, the Alberta government set aside $45 million in funding for Family Care Centres that could be used for an ambulatory care clinic. Sylvan Lake was identified as one of nine in Alberta to move to the next stage of the Family Care Centre proposal process.

With the name change, Samson assured their goals haven’t changed. They’re for a facility which provides service seven days a week for extended hours (7 a.m. to 10 p.m.); medical attention for nonlife threatening injuries, health services provided by doctors, nurses and other appropriate health professionals, examination and observation spaces and convenient access to lab and diagnostic imaging.

“There are lots of options where the site may end up being,” said Samson. “We’re going into the com-

Lacombe County man dead following single-vehicle ATV collision

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munity to talk to core groups — physicians, special interest groups — to ask what’s missing. Once we figure out that it will determine space.”

The committee has engaged JLT Management to consult and help them through the process. “We expect to have a business plan on the desk of the minister (of health) by mid-September. In a perfect world I would suggest we could have something happening in the summer of 2015,” said Samson The business case will identify a location, space required, services provided and operational costs for an

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A helmet was found near Tudhope when RCMP arrived. He was believed to have been wearing it during the incident.

RCMP are continuing to investigate.

A man is dead following an ATV collision near Bentley over the weekend.

Sylvan Lake RCMP were dispatched to the scene of the single-vehicle collision north of town on Range Road 12 early Saturday morning, where they found an ATV lying in the ditch.

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With the most recent donation, the committee now has slightly over $45,000 from major donations by groups such as the Yuletide Festival and businesses like Tim Hortons, as well as donations from individuals around the community and region.

The money is being held in trust and will be spent to augment medical equipment required to provide extra or enhanced services one a new facility is in place.

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Summer is a time to play in great outdoors Summer’s here and it seems like the days should be taken advantage of, used and grabbed up quickly in handfuls of happiness, before they slip away like grains of sand in an hourglass.

It is a sad but true fact, that all too quickly, the season, for all its lush beauty and fragile good looks, can disappear in a blinding snowstorm, hidden once again under the bleak harshness of winter.

I love the way summer arrives.

It’s not like it makes a big announcement. It’s more like simply waking up one morning and being surprised because it is here.

Branches heavy with fragrant lilac blossoms, grass so green it shimmers in the sunshine, and roses, shy, gentle roses playing with the wind in roadside ditches seem to be all over the place.

But for me at least, driving back and forth to work, simply absorbing all this amazing beauty through my cracked windshield is not enough.

summer’s day to not do very much at all but have fun.

I liked being with my brother and if I could have one minute of that day back again, I would, in a heartbeat.

I think about this as I watch my daughter come up to the clubhouse lugging her clubs in a faded pink bag.

“I got them for $5 at a garage sale,” she said with a shy smile. “The bag was included.”

And so it began.

The game.

We didn’t talk much. We didn’t have to.

The sun was happy and so were we.

Once again I was grateful for one moment in time granted me to be with someone I loved; just laughing, playing and hanging out.

It was great, actually it was better than great. It was perfect!

Even though she beat me!

Guns are not the issue Dear Editor, After reading the June 12th Letter to the Editor, written by Ian Mclean, entitled “Need stricter gun control; remember what generation sacrificed 70 years ago,” I have determined that his call for stricter gun control has more to do with promoting class distinction and less to do with protecting the individual. In fact, I contend he is really calling for the end of guns among the citizenry.

If this was really about saving the lives of common citizens and not just protecting police officers, I suspect Mclean would have submitted a Letter to the Editor, two months ago, calling for the banning of knives when Matthew de Grood, son of a Calgary police officer, stabbed and killed five University of Calgary students in what was called the city’s worst mass-murder in history?

Since Mclean suggested we honour our forefathers for their sacrifice on Juno Beach, let me say why I agree with that by explaining what their purpose

69 years ago ...

From the issue of June 20, 1945

Red Deer, Alberta Published every Thursday by PNG Prairie Newspaper Group in community with: Publisher Fred Gorman

I want more.

I want to do stuff.

I want to golf. I want to tee up my golf ball and feel the satisfying smack of the ball as it sails into the air, finally landing impossibly close to the green.

Okay. I would be happy to walk down the fairway, feeling the happy face of the sun smiling all over me. A good shot is a bonus and an excellent shot is a fantasy. Just being out there playing means I’m in the game, not on the sidelines and that is quite good enough for me.

I want to play ball. I want to stand at home plate and hear the staccato smack of the bat as it connects with a ball that goes flying way out past the centre fielder.

Okay, I would be happy with a plastic bat and a few grandchildren on my team in the middle of a field somewhere yelling ‘hit it, grandma’.

But, seriously, even though fantasy and reality are usually quite a distance from each other, summer is a time to play in the huge playground Mother Nature has obligingly lent to us for a very short time.

Last Wednesday I did just that. I did more than talk the talk. I walked the walk.

I went golfing.

“I golfed with your brother years ago,” the guy behind the counter at the clubhouse said. “He was a very good golfer.”

I smile.

My brother was a good golfer, I muse. I had golfed with him at this very course, but I don’t remember his awesome shots on the fairway or his great putting skill on the green.

I just remember being perfectly and absolutely happy because the two of us had sliced out a piece of a

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During the council meeting June 11, it was decided the price of a single lot at the cemetery be raised to $10.

Owners of lots will receive letters asking them to clean up their lots.

The village foreman was instructed to make a slide for lower camp.

was. On D-Day, they joined our allies to fight against Hitler and his National Socialist Party who oppressed the Germans, murdered the Jews, and was attempting to take total control over neighbouring parts of Europe.

One might ask how Hitler gained so much power over such a short period.

Well, before Hitler even came into power, the existing democracy was called the Weimar Republic. With seemingly the best of intentions, those in power ordered all guns registered; naively thinking it would ensure the protection of its people. The people were assured that all the personal information gathered in the process, would be guarded and would not fall into enemy hands. Shortly afterward, Hitler was democratically voted into power and, with that, all personal information fell into his hands and his new National Socialist Party.

Continued on page 5 It was agreed to drill a well on 9th Street East as soon as possible.

At a special meeting June 20, it was decided to enter into an agreement, becoming effective July 1, with Red Deer Memorial Hospital. Rates were set at $3 for single persons and $4.50 for married persons for the balance of the year. The rate for 1946 will be $6 and $8. ♦ ♦ ♦ Marking their 12th anniversary with the addition of three new supercoaches, Sorensen Bus Lines reach a new milestone in service to the travelling public of Alberta. Over the years since business was started with two 7-passenger cars, operating between Red Deer and Sylvan Lake, the continued introduction on their lines of more comfortable conveyances has

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50 years ago ...

From the issue of June 25, 1964

A meeting has been arranged with Mr. Livingstone of the Federal Dept. of Public Works, for Thursday evening. The meeting will deal with proposals for reconstruction of the breakwater, which was damaged by ice this spring. ♦ ♦ ♦ Following Monday evening’s council meeting, a letter will be sent to the County of Red Deer expressing the town’s willingness to co-operate in setting up a Rural Fire Protection Unit with a truck based at Sylvan Lake. ♦ ♦ ♦ The IODE Conference of Zone 5

was held in the Presbyterian Church Hall June 17. Members attended from Carstairs Didsbury, Innisfail, Lacombe, Rocky Mountain House and Sylvan Lake, Olds being the only chapter unable to attend this year. ♦ ♦ ♦ Long’s advertised their first anniversary sale. ♦ ♦ ♦ Kuusamo Ladies Club met at the home of Mrs. L. Stinn.

A community picnic will be held July 1st at Kasota Beach at 6 pm. ♦ ♦ ♦ At the regular IODE meeting Mrs. McClean reported that they have now moved into the new library but are still in need of many items for the library and would be very grateful for any cash donations.

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Guns are not the issue

Continued from page 4 Having all those records at his disposal made taking firearms from those whom Hitler deemed a threat to his agenda easy. That was the tyranny and oppression that so many of our freedom-loving soldiers fought against and lost their lives over.

I want to honour their sacrifice.

We are, now, soldiers on the battlefield of ideas, laying the foundation for our future generations.

We are currently a country of benevolent people, in general, led by a benevolent prime minister who has been opposed to long-gun registration; however, we do not know what type of regime will govern us 50 or 100 years from now. If Mr. Mclean gets his way, we will most certainly be laying groundwork that has the potential to oppress and enslave us and our posterity. Mclean is unwisely suggesting we allow tragedy to trump our God-given natural rights.

Mclean’s suggestion that “we need to move away from a society where we think in first person singular,” and his opinion that “there is no reason for anyone in Canada outside of the military, law enforcement, or security to have a side arm,” sound more like the ideology our forefathers were fighting against 70 years ago. Mclean is boldly suggesting we embrace collectivism, which is reminiscent of Socialism, Fascism, and Communism. Individualism was a unique idea conceived by the American Founders that shed the light of absolute freedom for the first time in the world’s history. Mclean also adds, “A large clipped rifle is not a hunting weapon used for filling the family freezer. It is for the purpose of killing people.” Actually it is used for both, and I am not ashamed to say that when a criminal breaks into my house threatening me and my children, I want my gun to kill my attacker!

Who walks into a den of lions? Now, if those lion’s mouths are muzzled and their paws are declawed, the threat is removed. When our guns are taken from us or regulated so heavily that they are rendered ineffective or unaffordable, what government does not recognize the obvious power they possess

over their unarmed citizenry — what criminal does not see the obvious vulnerability of their victim? What do we have to equalize the situation and give us a fighting chance? When our ability and right to defend ourselves is taken from us, our human dignity is taken from us — at the very least.

I am surprised with Mclean having been demoted from ‘privileged member of the R.C.M.P.’ to ‘ordinary citizen’ not seeing the flaw in his logic.

What was once his privilege to protect himself in the battlefield of drugs and violent crime, has been stripped from him. Where once in a crisis he reached for his gun, now he must reach for a phone. Tell me he sleeps better at night knowing he has his phone and that the police will respond within 10 or so minutes after he has completed the call — if he was able to reach the phone or if he didn’t misdial.

Personally, I prefer hiding quietly around the corner with a loaded gun, over whispering loudly to a phone operator.

Mclean says “target practice is fun, but so is riding a bike or bowling. Get over it.” So, perhaps he won’t have a problem defending his home and family with a bike helmet or bowling ball. Frankly, firearms were a blessing to me and my family. We were desperately poor and my father was able to sustain a family of eleven by hunting and trapping wild game. Also, my dad’s life was spared thanks to his .22 shotgun and the gun his partner was holding. When an angry black bear attacked him in our back yard, it required all of their combined ammunition to finally stop the bear in its tracks.

Statistically, higher gun ownership results in fewer violent crimes. Such is the case in Kennesaw, Georgia, where it is law that each householder own at least one firearm. The resulting statistics show that crime against people in that city dropped 74 per cent compared to the previous year and fell another 45 per cent the following year while the city continues to grow. The reverse is seen when we look at the 1996 Dunblane Massacre? In the

aftermath of the tragedy, Great Britain instituted a handgun ban in an attempt to protect the public.

Immediately after the ban, crimes soared 300 per cent.

Anyway, it isn’t really about the weapon so much as the person who decides to pick it up — after all it was a ten year-old boy who took a match to his Chicago school house in 1958, killing the 95 children and nuns trapped inside. In 1927, a man used dynamite to blow up a school in Michigan, killing 44 and injuring 58.

Islamic terrorists used planes and box-cutters to kill 3,000 people.

There were no guns involved in the Rwandan genocide.

So, this is really a matter of the moral state of society and what drives a person to kill another human being. In the case of the mass-killings in California, Columbine, Newtown, and Norway the murderers were reportedly heavy into violent video games. Elliot Roger confessed in his manifesto that a piece of him died when he played violent video games and that he couldn’t feel any more. The two killers from the Columbine massacre were obsessed with Doom. On the news, we heard

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that the Newtown killer got his motivation from violent video games. A year before the Norwegian killer struck, he was often playing Call of Duty and World of Warcraft up to sixteen hours per day. We do not need to ban video games; we just need to educate ourselves on their effects on our children.

I do not believe the government can fix our problem. I believe we, as individuals, wield that power. I believe we would do ourselves a huge favour by putting down the violent video games and the mind-numbing stimulants and, instead, do something kind for our neighbour. I believe the solution is a return to our Christian-Judeo roots which taught us to love God and each other … not to covet, steal, lie, bear false witness against our neighbour, or murder.

You don’t even have to believe in God to adhere to those principles; and, if we truly want to honour our forefather’s sacrifice, let’s remain vigilant for the same cause.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2014

Awards

- École Mother Teresa School celebrated its elementary award winners at the school May 29. Recipients included, in no particular order, Wyatt Bouting, Ryley Carnie, Nadja Bergstrom, Tyson Campbell, Hayden Cairney, Caleb Fowler, Madison Cunningham, Brooklyn Cann, Ayla Jaap, Ashley Karcha, Adam DeGannes, Aryauna Cardinal, Connor Katterhagen, Julia Lowes, Callum Keating, Connor Cunningham, Declan Labelle, Alyssa Olsen, Kian Killoran, Bryce Hamilton, Tanner Lavallee, Hayden Siemens, Kya Pritchard, Ethan Murphy, Brooklyn Springinatic, Sebastian Reinhart, Trissa Tait, Avery Weik, Kaylie Wood-Stone, Shelby-Lynn Battenfelder, Adonis Bullecer, True Baker, Abbi Adair, Kyus Jardine, Ella Gulayets, Dylan Hobbs, Ethan Armeneau, Karlee MacMillan, Jaden Klumpenhower, Malina Renaud, Gabe Conway, Karlee MacMillan, Jessica Kraft, Rylee Resendes, Eraca Dolan, Sofia Neilsen, Jory Neish, Huxley Scherger, Taylor Martin, Paris Rabchak, Madison Ruff, Mackenzie Siemens, Matteo Montalto, Seth Rosentreter, Taylor Wilson, Isabel Wilson, Luke Wilcox and Tyson Tisdale.

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New look for counties’ websites

BY STUART FULLARTON SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

Websites of two Central Alberta counties recently received fresh, modern new looks.

Ease of access to information is the focus of Red Deer County’s new website.

“Although the previous version of our municipal website served the organization well, the new rdcounty.ca will be a big step forward in keeping our residents informed,” said county manager Curtis Herzberg in a media release. “There are several new tools that residents will be able to access. Each of these tools is aimed at making information accurate and easy to find.”

Features added to the new site include an enlarged search box, mobile compatibility, a scrolling news bar and menus containing frequently accessed subject

matter.

The website has received more than 85,000 visits over the last year, according to the county. Visitors were seeking information on everything from county programs to council information.

As well as the addition of new practical features, it’s also undergone significant aesthetic changes. Large font and the integration of screen reading technology formatting make it easily usable for the visually impaired.

Lacombe County communications co-ordinator Lantry Vaughan described

changes to that county’s website as “more of a software upgrade than an actual redesign”.

“It’s kind of like a new version of Windows: It’s kind of the same, but it’s kind of different,” he said.

New hosting means administrators will benefit from enhanced tech support, he added.

The counties’ respective websites can be viewed by visiting www.rdcounty.ca and www.lacombecounty.com.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2014

get connected.

What’s Happening at the Town of Sylvan Lake

Unique Elevations for a single family dwelling with a deck on Lot 199, Block 7, Plan 132-3636 (83 Reynolds Road) Windward Homes Ltd. for a rowhouse (4 units) on Lots 158 to 161, Block 7, Plan 132-3636 (35 to 38 Reid Court) Jim Lawrence for a deck on Lot 139, Block 7, Plan 132-3636 (59 Reynolds Road) Jason Steenbergen for a detached garage on Lot 34, Block 7, Plan 122-2463 (25 Richfield Crescent)

BEACON HILL Laebon Developments Ltd. for a detached garage on Lot 93, Block 11, Plan 122-4336 (7 Brookstone Drive)

CANADA DAY WASTE COLLECTION NOTICE Residences whose normal waste collection day is Tuesday July 1,2014 (Canada Day) will have their trash, yard/kitchen waste, and recycling collected as scheduled.

Green boxes are available at the Municipal Government Building, the Municipal Operations Building, or have one delivered by calling 403.887.2800.

WASTE TRANSFER SITE CANADA DAY HOURS The Waste Transfer Site will be open Monday June 30,2014 CLOSED Tuesday July 1,2014 for Canada Day and will re-open Wednesday July 2,2014.

The facility is located 1 kilometer east of the roundabout on Highway 11A and 0.5 kilometers south on RR12.

The Waste Transfer Site is open Monday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. exclusive of statutory holidays.

LIGHTHOUSE POINTE Dwight Ross Construction for a detached garage on Block 29, Plan 052-6291 (5 Baywood Link) Shelley & Henry Laturnus for a manufactured home and attached garage on Block 33, Plan 052-6291 (14 Baywood Link)

FOX RUN Jennifer Forrester for a Home Occupation Type ‘A’ – Interior Design Home Office on Lot 18, Block 10, Plan 012-4752 (9 Fir Close)

THE VISTA AT RYDER’S RIDGE Sylvan Lake Homes Ltd. for a single family dwelling, detached garage and deck on Lot 16, Block 2, Plan 132-5350 (12 Vanveller Way) Melcor Developments Ltd. for a sign permit on Lot 113MR, Block 3, Plan 132-3636 (4376 Ryders Ridge Boulevard)

STREETS Carson Nielsen for a Home Occupation Type ‘A’ – Boat Rental Office on Lot 32, Block 10, Plan 952-3185 (5027 48 Avenue) Brenda & Robert Zunti for a rear addition on Lot 17, Block 6, Plan 8037AO (3815 Lakeshore Drive)

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Development Permits

2000 Chapter M-26, as amended, allows such road closure; AND WHEREAS this portion of road will be closed, converted into clear title and then redeveloped as land for a new Town facility; AND WHEREAS routing of traffic from this identified portion of roadway will be accommodated on existing roadways;

Proposed Closure of part of Road, PLAN 772 0972 ALL THAT PORTION OF ROAD TO BE CLOSED IS SHADED THUS DESCRIPTION: ALL THAT PORTION OF ROAD AS SHOWN ON PLAN 772 0972 AND CONTAINING 0.21 ha. (0.53 Acs.) MORE OR LESS

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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PROPOSED BYLAW NO. 1646/2014 OF THE TOWN OF SYLVAN LAKE A BYLAW OF THE TOWN OF SYLVAN LAKE FOR THE PURPOSE OF CLOSING A PORTION OF A PUBLIC ROAD WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES OF THE TOWN OF SYLVAN LAKE WHEREAS Section 22 of the Municipal Government Act, R.S.A.

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PUBLIC NOTICE PROPOSED BYLAW NO. 1645/2014 TO AMEND OFF-SITE LEVY BYLAW NO. 1428/200 TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Town of Sylvan Lake, in the Province of Alberta, has given first reading to amending Bylaw No. 1645/2014 which will, upon final passage and approval, amend Off-Site Levy Bylaw 1428/2007 to increase off-site levy amounts collected for water, sanitary and storm systems by 25%.

A copy of the proposed amending Bylaw No. 1645/2014 and any related documents may be reviewed at the Municipal Government Building located at 5012-48 Avenue in the Town of Sylvan Lake, during regular office hours (Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon; and 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.).

NOW THEREFORE NOTICE is hereby given by the Council of the Town of Sylvan Lake will consider second and possibly third reading of amending Bylaw No. 1645/2014 at their July 14, 2014 regular Council meeting.

Questions and comments regarding proposed amending Bylaw No. 1645/2014 to: Jolene Tejkl, RPP MCIP Senior Planner

Krest Homes for a sign permit on Lot 10, Block 5, Plan 072-9246 (37 Beju Industrial Drive) AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT you may appeal Discretionary approvals to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, as provided for in Part 17, of the Municipal Government Act. Written statements relevant to the development and reasons for the appeal may be submitted to the Town of Sylvan Lake, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, 5012 48 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 within 14 days following this publication.

You may not appeal a Permitted Use unless it involves a relaxation, variation or misinterpretations of the Land Use Bylaw. For further information please contact the Development Officer at 864-5557.

Dated at Sylvan Lake, Alberta, this 26th day of June, 2014.

Development Officer, Town of Sylvan Lake

Date of first publication of this notice: June 26, 2014 edition of the Sylvan Lake News.

Date of second publication of this notice: July 3, 2014 edition of the Sylvan Lake News.

Date of third publication of this notice: July 10, 2014 edition of the Sylvan Lake News.

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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING July 2, 2014 Municipal Government Building 6:00 pm

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MPC MEETING July 7, 2014 Municipal Government Building 6:00 pm

TAKE NOTICE THAT on June 16, 2014 the Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) for the Town of Sylvan Lake approved the following application(s): UNIQUE ELEVATIONS for a Secondary Suite at Lot 199, Block 7, Plan 132 3636 (83 Reynolds Road) Cedo Modo Inc. for a Commercial Building “Indoor Merchandise Sales and Offices and Personal Service” on Lot 4, Block 13, Plan 082-3644 (49 Hinshaw Drive) AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT on or before June 23, 2014 the Development Officer for the Town of Sylvan Lake approved the following application(s):

AND WHEREAS Council has given the opportunity for any person who claims to be prejudicially affected by the Bylaw to be heard by Council; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED the Council of the Town of Sylvan Lake does hereby close the following described road allowance, subject to rights of access granted by other legislation: All that portion of Road (48 Street) within SW 33-38-1-W5M Lying north of 48 Avenue and south of 49 Avenue as shown on Plan 772 0972 containing 0.21 ha (0.53 acres) more or less Excepting thereout all mines and minerals as shown on Schedule A, attached to and forming part of this Bylaw.

Bylaw No. 1646/2014 has received first reading only. A Public Hearing regarding the proposed Bylaw will be held on Monday, July 14, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Government Building at 5012 48 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, Alberta.

The Public Hearing is an integral part of the decision making process for Council. Representations made at the Public Hearing will be considered by Council to assist them in determining whether or not the Bylaw receives their approval (in the form of second and third reading).

If you submit comments on this bylaw, either orally or in writing, the information you provide may be recorded in the minutes of the Public Hearing, or otherwise made public, subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. A copy of the proposed Bylaw and any related documents can be seen during regular office hours from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Municipal Government Building. The style of hearing will be informal and persons wishing to speak will be requested to state their name and address for the record upon being recognized by the Chairperson.

Any person wishing to submit a written presentation may do so, provided that these are received in the Town of Sylvan Lake Municipal Government Building prior to 4:00 p.m. on Monday, July 14, 2014.

Persons may make oral presentations at the Public Hearing regardless of whether or not they have made a written presentation. The time limit of oral presentations shall be at the direction of the Chairperson.

DOCUMENTATION: Copies of the proposed Bylaw are available at the Town of Sylvan Lake Municipal Government Building during regular office hours.

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Phone: 403-887-1185 ext. 278 Fax: 403-887-3660 Email: jtejkl@sylvanlake.ca Date of first publication of this notice: June 26th, 2014 edition of the Sylvan Lake News.

Date of second publication of this notice: July 3rd, 2014 edition of the Sylvan Lake News.

COUNCIL MEETING July 14, 2014 Municipal Government Building 6:00 pm

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THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2014

Four temporary classrooms approved for Blakely School

BY STEVE DILLS SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

During their regular meeting May 20, members of Sylvan Lake’s Municipal Planning Commission: • approved a development permit to allow

Chinook’s Edge School Division to locate four new prefabricated classrooms and one moved-in prefabricated washroom facility at C. P. Blakely School for a maximum of a four year period.

The buildings are to be placed to the rear of the school abutting the playground.

Discharging Your Sump Pump into the Sanitary Sewage System is Unlawful, and Harmful to Community Resources.

Home owners are reminded that sump pumps must discharge onto their own private property, and that discharge must be a minimum of 1 meter from the home’s foundation. Additionally, in cooler months, home-owners are responsible for ice that may build up on sidewalks as a result of sump pump discharge.

• passed a motion recommending town council approve a development permit for Sylvan Bay Resort Inc. to build a 124 person second storey open-air sundeck addition and an accessory building at the water slide property.

Among conditions were that hours of operation of the second storey patio be the same as Wild Rapids Waterslide facility (12-8 p.m. daily, weather permitting). This property is in the Lakeshore Direct Control District meaning town council is the final approving authority.

• passed a motion recommending town council approve a demolition permit for a cottage at 4414 50A Avenue to make way for plans for intensification of the area. The property is one of three side by side on which three bedroom row houses with one bedroom basement suites are planned. Each lot would also include a detached garage in the rear with two bedroom garage suite above. Council is the final approving authority since this property is in the Waterfront Direct Control District of the Land Use Bylaw.

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Please contact Public Works with any questions or comments regarding sump pump discharges. 403 887 2800

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THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2014

RCMP NOTES

Domestic dispute results in assault charge Saturday, June 14th 3:25 a.m. – RCMP received a 911 call from a residence on Fox Close in Sylvan Lake. A 23-year-old female advised that she had been assaulted as a result of a domestic dispute with her 28-year-old spouse. An infant was in the home at the time of the incident and alcohol was a factor. Further investigation resulted in an assault charge being laid against both parties.

8:58 p.m. – A collision has resulted in charges being laid against a 30-year-old Edmonton male. A 911 call was received of a truck speeding through the area of Lakeshore Drive in Sylvan Lake. The complainant advised that the male driver appeared to be intoxicated. The vehicle was located by RCMP a short time later and the driver was arrested and charged with impaired driving. The male is also charged with refusing to provide a breath sample.

Monday, June 16th 3:57 p.m. – RCMP made a patrol along 50th Street near Saks Shoes after a complaint of indecent exposure. Employees reported seeing the male walk up and down the street in front of the store and expose what appeared to be breast implants. The male continued to do so approximately six times. Police made an extensive patrol of the area and questioned other businesses in the area but the male had departed the location.

4:15 p.m. – A two vehicle collision on Township Road 372 at Highway 781 resulted in injuries. A female driver was southbound on Highway 781 when she stopped to turn west onto Township Road 372. Another female driver traveling in a Terrain struck her truck from behind pushing it into the ditch. The 26-year-

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Thursday, June 19th 10:30 p.m. – RCMP received a complaint of males shooting a pellet gun in the vicinity of 46th Street in Sylvan Lake. A 12-year-old female and a friend were walking down the street when two males in a light colored vehicle shot what appeared to be a pellet gun from the vehicle.

The female was hit by a pellet but was not seriously injured. No plate was obtained from the vehicle. Several patrols were made by police but the suspect vehicle had left the area.

Friday, June 20th 1:04 a.m. – A 911 call was received by police after a witness reported seeing a vehicle drive into Sylvan Lake. The caller who was in a paddle boat on the lake advised that a truck was

speeding and drove into the lake near the Half Moon Bay boat launch.

When members arrived, the truck was approximately 60 feet into the lake. Fire and EMS were called to the scene and the vehicle was towed out of the lake. A 32-year-old Calgary female is facing charges.

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Fantasy genre books, TV series likely the source of baby names in 2013; 5,980 different names for boys; 7,191 distinct names for girls SUBMITTED SPECIAL TO SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

Liam held on as the top baby name for boys, but Olivia edged out Emma for girls in the third straight record year for births in Alberta.

Alberta parents welcomed 53,090 babies — 25,789 girls and 27,301 boys — in 2013, ahead of 2012’s total of 52,439, and 2011’s tally of 50,844.

Names chosen in 2013 suggest Albertans like fantasy genre books and TV series, with several monikers from George R.R. Martin’s Game of Thrones franchise given to Alberta children. For

girls, Arya, Brienne, Catelyn, Daenarys, Osha, Sansa, and Talisa made the list; while Tyrion, Theon, Robb, Martell, Jory, and Rayder appeared for boys.

For the second year running The Hunger Games trilogy may have provided inspiration for babies named Peeta, Cato, Rue, Primrose, Seneca, and Gale.

Some parents took inspiration from J.R.R. Tolkien, naming their boys Rohan and Thorin and girls Arwen. The Harry Potter series was also represented with Hermione, Ginny and Draco.

The science fiction and fantasy genre may also have credit for other names including Inara, from Joss Whedon’s Firefly; Lyra, of Philip Pullman’s

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Greek mythology also appeared to have an influence on Albertans who welcomed babies last year. Aries, Atlas, Orion, Midas, and Adonis made the list for boys. Athena, Artemis, Pandora, Hera, and Persephone were chosen for girls.

Several baby girls were named after precious stones including Diamond, Amethyst, Emerald, Opal, and Sapphire. While for boys, parents were inspired by brand names: Stetson, Oakley, Dyson, Kindle, Tesla, and Wrangler.

A number of interesting compound names also appeared on this year’s list: Heavendip, Goodluck, Godbless, and Thunderheart for boys; and Godwill and Violetrose for girls.

Some of the more stand-out names

for boys include Urban, Sir, Canyon, Hurricane, Logic, One, Alias, and Jixxr. While for girls, these creative monikers made the list: Eunique, Conshens, Barbie, Diva, Tempest, Siri, Arrow, Glamour, and Lava.

Albertans who are trying to choose the perfect name for their little bundles of joy can download the free Alberta Baby Names app for the iPhone, iPad and Android devices.

The app has more than 95,000 Alberta baby names and their popularity going back to 1980.

The Vital Statistics branch of Service Alberta recorded 5,980 distinct boy names and 7,191 distinct girl names in 2013. The figures are based on reports to date from hospitals and birthing centres. Final numbers and a complete list of names will be available once all the information is collected and compiled later this year.

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Entertained

- Brandon Broks and Landon Green entertained with their hockey skills.

Talent

- Brielle Simonot performed belly dance during École Our Lady of the Rosary School’s talent show last Friday.

Students showcased their many talents on stage in front of an audience of family members, teachers and school staff throughout the afternoon.

Magic

- Magic performed by Regan Goacher and Parker Sola had the audience in

amazement.

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- Grace Brouilette showed her strong ability as a roper.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2014

Conservation Partners going strong heading into second year

HOMECOMING

By Jim Rilling Associate Pastor at Sylvan Lake Alliance Community Church

“Welcome home” is all she said. Her words and the tone of her voice immediately let me know everything was going to be all right. I was where I belonged. I was home.

One of the greatest home coming stories we have is the one about the Prodigal. After squandering his wealth with wild living he ends up feeding pigs and longing to eat with them just to survive. Fortunately he came to his senses and said, I will set out and go back to my father and say to him: Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son; make me like one of your hired servants. (Luke 15:18,19) While he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed

him. To top it all off his father threw one of the biggest parties ever to welcome his son home.

What a wonderful picture of our gracious heavenly Father. When we genuinely turn from our sin and return to Him, he gladly welcomes us home. He invites you to be at home with him today. For example Jesus says: “Come to me all you who are weary and burdened and I will give your rest” (Matt.

11:28).

And regarding the future He says: “I am going to prepare a place for you, so that you may be with me forever” (John 14:3).

Don’t you think it is time to “come home”?

– SERVICES THIS WEEK – sponsored by churches of sylvan lake ministerial association

FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH Worshipping at Seventh–day Adventist Church 4607-47 Avenue

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

4:00 pm Services Last Sunday of each month.

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Worship Service 9:15 am & 11:00 am Sunday School during 9:15 am service Nursery provided

Senior Pastor: Rev. Kevin Haugan Associate Pastor: Rev. Jim Rilling Children’s Ministry Coordinators: Stacia Dyck & Lindsay Haugan

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FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH Anglican Church

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Sunday School 10:00 am Church Services 11:00 am www.sylvanlakealc.org Contact Chairman Lyle Hilman 587-797-1269

Memorial Presbyterian Church

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Rev. Jin Woo Kim 403-887-2416 June 29 Service

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Our Lady of the Assumption Roman Catholic Church Father Gabriel Udeh

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Sunday Morning: 5033-47a Avenue Sylvan Lake 11:00 a.m.

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BY STUART FULLARTON SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

One year after it was introduced, Red Deer County’s Conservation Partners program is going strong.

Created as a way of connecting donors with landowners and their environmentally-beneficial projects, it’s continuing to pick up steam as it heads into its second year.

“This year, we’ve already had $60,000 for projects,” said conservation co-ordinator Ken Lewis.

“We got a grant from Alberta Conservation Association for $30,000, and our county council approved us for $30,000.”

“For the most part, it’s benefitting wetlands, rivers, creeks, groundwater and riparian areas,” Ken Lewis

All of that funding has already been allocated, he added, such is the program’s popularity among environmentally-conscious county landowners.

Eligible landowners must be situated within the county with projects that in some way benefit the environment.

“For the most part, it’s benefitting wetlands, rivers, creeks, groundwater and riparian areas,” said Lewis. “As long as you can show that, or we can see that, then that makes it eligible.”

With the groundwork season now underway, the county is beginning to approach potential donors to solicit funding for the many landowners who have expressed an interest in participating.

If there isn’t enough funding to meet the program’s high demand, projects will be put on a waiting list until more money becomes available.

“Probably our greatest challenge (has been) finding donors,” said Lewis. “Part of that is that this is a new thing for us.”

To that end, increased efforts will be made to market the program to potential donors, with businesses and service groups among the first to be approached.

The county is also making use of online resources such as social media and its website to provide information on the program.

“We’ll be reaching out to (potential donors) through that,” said Lewis.

Examples of projects that have been a part of the program include portable livestock shelters, tree planting and off-stream livestock watering systems.

As well as improving the environment, the program also aims to give recognition to landowners that do their part, Lewis said. “(It’s about) getting more great projects out on the land, and acknowledging all the stuff that landowners do for the environment. If we can help them do even more with this program, that’s great.”

Both landowners and donors are being sought to participate in the program. They’re able to do so by phoning Lewis at 403-505-9038. Those who aren’t eligible for Conservation Partners funding may be directed to other more applicable programs.

The county also launched its Green Acreages initiative last month. Lewis described that program as being similar to Conservation Partners, but specifically for acreage owners.

In it, participants undergo a self-assessment process, with help from a conservation assistant, before identifying risks and issues they wish to address. They can then apply for funding to help cover associated costs.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2014

Celebrated

- Boyz Unlimited had their year end party May 29. They watched X Men during their movie night, thanks to the theatre here in Sylvan Lake. They extended a big thank you to Sylvan Lake McDonalds for providing all the boys and leaders free dinner and supporting the program all year.

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Plans for annexation moving forward

BY STEVE DILLS SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

During their regular meeting May 26, Sylvan Lake councillors: • directed staff to formally notify Red Deer County of the town’s intention to proceed with an annexation proposal to acquire land for residential, commercial and industrial growth.

The Sylvan Lake-Red Deer County Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP) outlines that an annexation application be submitted by the town by October 2014. The process commenced in 2012 but is still in preliminary stages.

In February council established the area the town is interested in annexing on the east and west sides of current boundaries.

The IDP committee, which includes representatives from both municipalities, held a meeting May 9 and “agreed to the proposed annexation area and anticipated process for moving forward”,

Local input made priority in beach enhancement project

BY STUART FULLARTON SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

Sylvan Lake town councillors have decided against spending up to $25,000 to engage input from Albertans in the town’s beach enhancement project. They approved a motion Monday night to instead hire an outside consultant to gauge local interest in the project at a cost of no more than $15,000.

Councillors questioned the $25,000 earmarked for a provincial public engagement plan, and felt it would be beneficial to obtain local input first.

Public consultation is made mandatory by Alberta Parks, which holds the authority to either approve or deny project applications.

Potential enhancements include creating a sand beach area either above or below the seawall.

Removing grass and in-water dredging along the lakefront are options, although the latter is unlikely, based on the outcome of previous meetings held between Alberta Parks and Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development.

according to a report prepared by planner Kim Devlin.

• approved a development permit for a second storey open-air sundeck and an accessory building at the Wild Rapid Waterslides property.

Among conditions of the approval are that hours of operation of the patio are to be limited to that of the waterslides (12-8 pm daily, weather permitting). It will seat up to 124 people.

• approved a motion from Councillor Matt Prete directing staff to research other municipalities using a system for protection of mature trees and present a plan to council for implementing that in the Municipal Development Plan.

He wants to have something in place so they can make sure they

have a plan for mature trees on lots that come up for redevelopment.

“What I appreciate about the intent is to create a tree plan, not to say you can’t cut down trees, but there is a plan in place,” said Councillor Chris Lust.

• awarded a contract to Banister Research & Consulting Inc., in the amount of $29,825 plus GST, for the “Tourism Economic Impact Assessment Project, Survey of Visitors to Sylvan Lake, Summer 2014”.

The economic impact assessment was identified as one of the first initiatives in the corporate tourism strategy and implementation plan completed in 2013, reported Vicki Kurz, the town’s economic development officer.

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In addition to the town’s $30,000 budget, she indicated, “Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation will contribute $30,000 to conduct the modelling exercise utilizing the weighted data collected by the consultant”.

• approved roof repair work at the Protective Services building with a project budget of $65,000.

Since the building was opened in May 2012 there has been periodic water leakage “especially during wind-drive rain events from the east direction”, wrote David Yee, project manager, in his report to council.

The deficiency was identified and a holdback on the contract was retained. The general contractor is reportedly no longer active, so money from the holdback will be used to correct the problem.

Public Notice PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE COUNTY’S LAND USE BYLAW Bylaw No.1193/14 Lacombe County Council has given first reading to Bylaw No. 1193/14 the purpose of which is to amend the uses, definitions, general regulations and policies in the County’s Land Use Bylaw.

The amendments are being proposed to: • Provide clarity on the definitions for campgrounds, where campgrounds can be located and the regulations surrounding their development; • Outline regulations for the level of fire protection services that need to be provided in all higher density and/or serviced multi-lot developments; • Create a High Density Residential District that will allow for smaller lot sizes and a greater variety of multi-unit housing in areas identified by Plan for this purpose; • Strengthen the policy regarding tarp/canvas covered buildings, clarifying that they are not allowed in any residential districts; and • Provide a definition of a nonresident onsite employee to specify when an employee would be considered in the total onsite employee numbers for a business.

A copy of the Bylaws with the proposed amendments may be obtained from the County’s Planning and Development Department or by visiting the County’s website at www.lacombecounty.com.

Anyone wishing to comment on the proposed Bylaw amendments will have an opportunity to do so at a public hearing which has been arranged for: Date: Friday, July 11, 2014 Time: 9:00 AM Place: Lacombe County Administration Office located 2½ miles west of Highway 2 at the intersection of Spruceville Road and Highway 12.

If you are unable to attend the hearing, written submissions can be made to the County. You will, however, need to ensure that your comments are received by the County prior to the date of the hearing. Your comments can be sent by email to info@ lacombecounty.com, by fax to 403-782-3820 or by mail to RR 3, Lacombe AB T4L 2N3. All submissions will be public information.

For more information, please contact the Planning and Development Department.

Dale Freitag, RPP, MCIP Manager of Planning Services

Lacombe County, RR 3, Lacombe AB T4L 2N3 Phone: 403-782-6601; Fax: 403-782-3820

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New curling, ice surfaces to be joined with existing rec. facilities

BY STEVE DILLS SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

Plans were unveiled and fundraising success celebrated during the NexSource Centre Reveal Party at Railway Park Promenade, last Wednesday.

The committee raising money for Sylvan Lake’s newest recreational complex, announced over 60 per cent of the target $2 million goal already raised through various corporate and personal donations.

The overall project is estimated to cost between $20 and $25 million with about $13-18 million borrowed. Another $4 million will come from a recreation levy on property tax bills, Money collected through that has been building for several years. The town also projects using funds from other levels of government and adjacent municipalities.

Preliminary plans for the new NexSource Centre were unveiled during a community barbecue near the site of the enhanced recreational complex. Included are a five sheet curling rink, an additional ice surface with running track above, senior citizens centre and connections to the current multiplex and aquatic centre. The proposal will require closure of part of 48th Street between 48 and 49 Avenues.

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“There are really exciting opportunities in this project” Amy Kormarniski, co-chair of the fundraising committee

The ‘reveal’ was the first look the public had of the project which includes a five sheet curling rink, new ice facility, running track, senior citizens’ centre, connections between the existing multiplex and aquatic centre with the new buildings and much more. It will require closure of part of 48th Street.

The concepts presented were the result of an intensive three day charette process led by CEI Architecture in late May with stakeholders, town staff and councillors.

Mark Hentze, of CEI, explained the seniors’ space has the ability to host 400-450 people in a seated event. There are a series of multipurpose rooms, an indoor playspace area, an area for 350400 people in banquet style, a lounge area that will connect between the multiplex and curling rink and a walking or jogging track on a second floor around the new ice surface.

He talked about “proper public presence of the architecture so it looks important”. Lots of windows and translucency are included. There are “prominent, obvious entries to the building”. The colour palette has been selected with “sensibility to what the town is trying to do on the lakefront”.

Amy Kormarniski, co-chair of the fundraising committee, said “Sylvan Lake has been waiting for a true and central gathering place to congregate and celebrate … This community facility will serve Sylvan Lakers for generations to come.”

Snow from the collapse of the roof on the old arena “had hardly settled”, she said, before presenting sponsor NexSource stepped up with a $500,000 sponsorship for naming rights on the new facility. Other business and community members were quick to follow.

Now the committee “would appreciate the help of business owners and community members in connecting with other business and community members” to spur their fundraising efforts.

“There are really exciting opportunities in this project,” she concluded, after announcing their progress towards the $2 million fundraising goal.

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SHOW YOUR CANADIAN SPIRIT! Proudly display the Canadian Flag that is on the back of this page.

Place it on your front door, window, car or business!

Spend Canada Day with your family and enjoy a round of golf at is Bring in th E E R F ad for on ls ta n club re ! y a Canada D

Canada Day on the Lake NSA slo-pitch ball tournament. www.nsacanada.ca

Family of 3 Golfs for $60 GST INCLUDED Family of 4 Golfs for $75 GST INCLUDED

Call today for your tee time! 403-887-2766 www.topothehillgolf.ca

Pl Planning i on being out in the Sun? Located in Ryders Square 800 - 3715 - 47 Ave., Sylvan Lake

TUESDAY, JULY 1

• Sunscreen • Sunglasses

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Canada Day at the pier organized by Rotary Club of Sylvan Lake. Bouncers, face painting, tattoos, balloon clowns, cake and lots of family fun!

Kraft Hockeyville trophy on display.

(With the participation of the Government of Canada.

Avec la participation du gouvernement du Canada.

And from the Town of Sylvan Lake.)

• Snacks

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FRIDAY, JUNE 27

Steak and chicken barbecue in conjunction with the regular meat draw at Sylvan Lake Legion, beginning at 6:30 p.m.

OPEN 9 AM - 10 PM • 7 DAYS A WEEK • EASY CONVENIENT PARKING

Like us on Facebook!

A D A D A N Y A C Festivities FRIDAY, JUNE 27- MONDAY, JUNE 30

MON - SAT: 10AM-6PM SUNDAY: 11AM-4PM

5012 – 50th Street | Sylvan Lake | 403.887.0388

CANADA DAY! ...

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THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2014

NEW LOCATION

CafĂŠ & Bakery

In-House Bakery: Breads, Pastries, MufďŹ ns... & more Sandwiches • Salads • Soups • Quiches • Pastas • Coffees, Smoothies, Hot Cholocate... & much, much more Open Daily 9 am - 6 pm | Breakfast 9 am - 11 am.

Eat-In or Take Out

Catering • Party Trays • Private Functions

GIFT CARDS

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TUESDAY, JULY 1 - CONTINUED

6 p.m. Shotgun Start Two person mixed modiďŹ ed Scotch Ball tournament.

9 holes; beat the pro hole; dinner and prizes to follow.

At Meadowlands Golf Club. 403-887-5100.

10:15 p.m.

Light up your power, sail or pontoon boat for the boat parade.

(This is not an organized event.)

11 p.m.

Canada Day Fireworks display courtesy of Town of Sylvan Lake. Fireworks will be shot from the pier.

PLEASE STAY BACK A MINIMUM OF 500 METRES AWAY FROM THE LAUNCHING AREA!

Earl Dreeshen, MP

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12-1:30 p.m.

Kid’s Craft Station at the tourist booth.

5500 Hew He Hewlett eww Park Landing

Happy Birth

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

March of Canadians. A parade in celebration of Canada led by Sylvan Lake Legion’s Colour Party and Innisfail Legion Pipe Band. Begins at Sylvan Lake Legion and ends at the pier, where a huge 4’ x 6’ birthday cake will be served by Rotarians.

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WiFi INTERNET ACCESS

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Canada!

SE SERVING SYLVAN LAKE FOR 12 YEARS!

Contact us for all of your residential property needs!

403.887.8552 • www.hpman.ca Sylvan Lake • Red Deer • Innisfail • Blackfalds • Lacombe

Swimwear in men’s, ladies and kids

ALL ON SALE

just in time for summer fun!

25-70 % off 5015 Main St | www.cobbsclothing.com | 403-887-2727 Like us on Facebook!

Hours: Mon to Wed 10-6 | Thurs 10-8 | Fri & Sat 10-6 | Closed Sunday

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First book release fulfilling for Kimball

BY STUART FULLARTON SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

In the works for the past year-and-a-half, a book of fiction by Sunbreaker Cove-based writer Brenda Kimball was published recently, fulfilling a goal she’s had since taking a writing course about eight years ago.

Lost Memories, published earlier this year by Xlibris, follows the story of a girl determined to find out the truth about a family member lost several years prior, and the fallout of her investigative pursuits.

Kimball began writing it while she was working full-time. After retiring almost two years ago, she found herself with more time to write, and eventually completed and published her work.

“I always wanted to write, but when you’re working full time and have things, life gets in the way, and you just really don’t have time,” she said.

Having more time allowed her to edit and reedit her work, adding and removing things along the way.

It’s an experience she enjoyed so much, she’s already begun writing a follow-up.

Part of her immersion into the book’s subject matter — based on a 20-year-old murder — comes from her own experience with violence, which she feels is something almost everyone can relate to.

“Everybody is affected by violence, no matter what your gender or age,” she said. “Years ago, when I was growing up, I had a nephew that succumbed to violence, and (Lost Memories) is not really based around him, but it’s the idea that violence can affect everybody.”

Kimball began writing the book as a hobby, with no intentions of publishing it. Not even members of her family knew she was writing it.

A positive critique from a friend, however, prompted a change of heart.

“I thought, if this is as far as it goes, that’s fine,” she said. “You always think your work is not good enough, and I think that was my biggest challenge.”

With already more than 100 copies sold, her initial doubts have been overcome.

And with the book’s availability online and in stores, there’s a chance that number could grow even further.

“If it goes further, then that’s great,” she said.

“I’m happy with what I’ve done, and where it’s gone so far.”

More information about Kimball and the book is available online at www.lostmemorieskimball.com.

Brenda Kimball recently published her first book, Lost Memories.

Lost Memories by Brenda Kimball; now available online and in stores.

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Attention

Sylvan Lake Summer Residents

Due to recent developments and concerns regarding what happens in Sylvan Lake during the winter months, when we are not present to comment, I am considering the formation of a Summer Residents Association.

OUR DOOR TO YOURS – MOBILE GLASS SERVICE Sylvan Lake: 403-887-6661

Eckville: 403-746-2975

If you see merit in this idea and would like to be involved, please contact me:

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THANK YOU ATB Financial – Sylvan Lake would Like To Thank all the Supporters of our Teddy for a Toonie Campaign!

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Long service

- A number of members of The Royal Canadian Legion’s Sylvan Lake branch were recognized for their lengthy membership and other contributions to the branch during an Honours and Awards luncheon May 8 (marking V-E Day). Pins are given to mark each five years of membership while a medal is presented with 50 years of continuous membership and bars are provided to add to the medal for every five years after that. In the back row are Gordon Graham (1st Vice President bar for his Past Office medal), Rosemary Gerdts (30 year pin), Millie Little (Certificate of Appreciation), Laverne Asselstine (30 year pin), Victor Maris (35 year pin), Dale Mannix (Certificate of Appreciation), Gerri Stewart (30 year pin), and life member Marjorie Mellott (30 years). In the front row are William Baird (65 year bar), Gerald Moseley (55 year bar), Larry Neis (55 year bar) and Al Hughes (45 year pin). Another event is planned for June to present pins to those with less than 30 years of membership and those who may have been unavailable to attend this event.

STEVE DILLS

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Library kick-off party marks summer SUBMITTED SPECIAL TO SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library will launch the TD Summer Reading Club 2014 ‘Eureka!’ at a kick-off party on July 3.

Children of all ages are invited to bring their family to participate in a scavenger hunt, enjoy snacks and refreshments and even take part in a cookie decorating activity!

At the finish, children can pick up their reading kits which include a magazine, stickers and an activity book so they can continue exploring all summer long!

The event will take place between 1 and 2 p.m. on the lawn beside Sylvan Lake Municipal Library. Registration is not required as this is not a drop-off program.

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Attempt

- École Mother Teresa School student Keagan Cooper made his best attempt to clear the rope in high jump.

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Raced - Peyton Chu, Sarah Dayman and Seth Rosentreter raced for the finish line in a sprint race during École Mother Teresa School’s Elementary Sports Day Tuesday.

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Poverty, lifelong slavery designed into economic system Dear Editor, I read your comments in regards to the sale of electrical transmission lines a few weeks back and I had a chance to Google whatever information was available.

Every man woman and child in Alberta will loose $1,000 each on this deal. For me that’s $5,000 and we will all have to pay the owners a return of nine per cent.

People always wonder where poverty comes from and why — it’s designed into the economic system to ensure lifelong slavery. Will the people of Alberta ever be able to escape paying higher electricity to live? No. Where else can you get power?

If the private sector owns your basic needs of survival you will have no options. That’s why we built government — to protect our basic needs.

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The existing government is betraying the people. This should be closely examined and I thank this newspaper for being an independent source of vital information. Thank you Lyle Dressler, Sylvan Lake NEED A

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Tournament

- Sylvan Lake Blizzard soccer yearend tournament was a fun-filled day for the Sylvan Lake soccer teams at Leader Field June 21. The chilly Saturday morning didn’t stop the kids from having a blast playing soccer and the sun made its way out just in time to enjoy the hotdogs and the rest of the beautiful day.

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More from the 1913 Days Parade

The day was perfect June 14 for residents of Sylvan Lake Lodge and Bethany Sylvan Lake to sit outside on the lawn and watch the parade.

Some of Sylvan Lake’s Cubs and Scouts walked the parade route.

The Arashi Do Martial Arts float captured third place in the best commercial float category. A group of students walked ahead of the float as well, demonstrating their skills.

Sidewalks were crowded with people who enjoyed the variety of the 1913 Days parade.

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Sylvan Toastmaster acknowledged for flood recovery efforts

BY STUART FULLARTON SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

A member of Sylvan Lake’s Toastmasters Club has been recognized for his efforts in last year’s flood recovery in High River and Calgary, recently receiving the province’s Hero of the Flood

Award.

Dr. Dave Cartledge, a Red Deer-based veterinarian and member of Sylvan’s Slick Speakers Toastmasters, said he wasn’t expecting the award, but was honoured to receive it, nonetheless.

“I didn’t volunteer for the award, I volunteered because people needed help,”

he said. “I just received it in the mail; it was a complete surprise.”

Cartledge initially planned to help friends in High River affected by the flooding, but ended up helping anyone he possibly could.

His efforts saw him travel between Calgary and High River over two week-

ends, providing help wherever it was needed. He cleared mud and water out of yards, garages and homes, and removed damaged furniture and household appliances.

“There was a lot of mud, and we had masks to keep on our faces, because all the water was contaminated,” he said. “They were hot days, and we were down in the basement the first day I was in High River. It was sunny, so we had small windows to let the sunlight through so we could see what we were doing, but when the clouds came over, we couldn’t see a thing.

“Somebody showed up with a couple of headlamps, so then we got back to work.”

Cartledge decided to take action after fellow Toastmasters told him stories of the devastation caused by the flood.

Through contact with Calgary members of the communication- and leadership-focused club, he learned where his efforts would be best directed.

Upon arriving, he joined forces with droves of other volunteers eager to help.

He now hopes his own story will encourage others to consider volunteer work.

“You don’t do things for awards,” he said. “You just do things to help other people.”

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Solid weekend for Sylvan duo at Edmonton beach volleyball tournament SUBMITTED SPECIAL TO SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

Erin Matthews and Morgan Lockyer played their second Alberta Beach Volleyball tournament at the John Fry Park in Edmonton Saturday. There were teams from all over Alberta in different age groups — U14, U16 and U18 — and both boys and girls. Matthews and Lockyer played in the U16 age group as first-years of this age group.

The day started early with a 7:30 a.m. check-in, and the wind howling at 50 km/hr. Serves into the wind stopped mid-air before hitting the net, and if you were hitting with the wind you had to adapt your serve so it wouldn’t fly out the back of the court.

Lucky for Matthews and Lockyer, there were five matches to watch before they played their first game, so they had time to figure out the wind strategies. The wind never let up the whole day proving to be a challenge for all the players in the tournament.

Matthews started the day serving first and got three aces. The other team had the ball for only one serve as Matthews received the serve passing to Lockyer and then Lockyer made a perfect pass back to Matthews, who placed it just right to score a point and get the ball back.

Lockyer served next doing the same as Matthews and scored three aces. The girls were just beaming at this point as they had a fantastic start to the day. They won this game 25-12, lost the next one 25-20, then won the last roundrobin game 25-15.

Heading into the playoffs, the girls won their first game 25-10. The next game they played was against second-year girls who were 16, which they lost 25-9. They both had a couple of really good digs trying to hang on, but were just out-skilled in this match.

Overall the girls had an incredible day, winning four of six games, and finishing the tournament in sixth-place out of 36 teams. Great job!

Good luck to all the Sylvan players in the next tournament July 5 and 6, held right here in Sylvan Lake down at Sylvan Lake’s Erin Matthews and Morgan Lockyer fared well at a beach volleyball tournament in Edmonton over the the pier on the beach volleyball courts.

SUBMITTED weekend.

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Coming Events

HAUK Donald “In God’s Time” It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the sudden passing of Donald Hauk of Sylvan Lake, Alberta on Friday, June 20, 2014.

Don and his wife Judy moved to Sylvan Lake from Brooks, Alberta and Don was proud to call Sylvan Lake his home.

Funeral Service for Don will be held at the Memorial Presbyterian Church at 2:00 p.m. in Sylvan Lake, Alberta on Friday, June 27, 2014.

Sylvan Lake Funeral Home is in trust of the arrangements.

Expressions of sympathy or donations to the Heart Fund may be made at www.sylvanlakefuneralhome.ca

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Red Deer Advocate for Tues.July 1 Deadline is Mon. June 30 @ 5 Red Deer Advocate for Wed. July 2 Deadline is Mon. June 30 @ 5 Central Alberta Life for Thur.July 3 Deadline is Fri. June 27 @ 5 Bashaw Star for Wed. July 2 Deadline is Thur. June 26 @ noon

5th ANNUAL ART AT THE LAKE One day only!

Sat. July 5, 2014 10 am - 4 pm.

Best Western Hotel 5027 Lakeshore Dr. (across from Water Slide) Show and sale of fine arts and crafts by leading Central Alberta artists.

Free admission. For more info call 403-748-2557

Rimbey Review for Tues. July 1 Deadline is Thur. June 26 @ noon Stettler & Weekender for Wed.July 2 & Fri. July 4 Deadline is Thurs. June 26 @ Noon Castor Advance for Thurs. July 3 Deadline is Thurs. June 26 @ Noon Ponoka News for Wed. July 2 Deadline is Thur. June 26 @ 5 Sylvan Lake News & Eckville Echo for Thur. July 3 Deadline is Fri. June 27 @ Noon

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Rental & Real Estate

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EMAIL: admin@sylvanlakenews.com Coming Events

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THE CANADIAN BADLANDS PASSION PLAY returns to Drumheller, presenting the greatest story ever told.

The story of the birth, life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ in a stunning natural amphitheater.

Performances: July 11 - 27. Tickets & info: www.canadianpassionplay.com 1-888-823-2001.

Discount Code 15% off: “Alberta14”. Exp. July 10.

Personals

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CANADA BENEFIT GROUP. Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll free 1-888-511-2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca.

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Find something to sit on in Classifieds

Trades

Garage Sales

Employment #700 - #920

Sylvan Lake Farm Work

1 WHITECAP CLOSE June 28 & 29 Sat. & Sun. 8 - 4 Clothing & household items.

GARAGE SALE, June 27th 4-7:30 pm, 28th 9 am-4 pm.

7 LAUREL ROAD, SYLVAN LAKE Household Items, ladies clothes (size 14-16), outdoor metal arch, golf cage, Limited Edition Calvin Cornish Pencil Art.

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HEALTH CREW, Pen Checkers. Immediate permanent, full-time positions available.

Wages are negotiable and will commensurate according to qualifications and experience. Lakeside offers an excellent benefit package. Will train the right candidate. Fax resume to: Duke Joy - JBS Lakeside Feeders 403-362-8231.

No telephone inquiries.

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IS HIRING! EVRAZ Red Deer is accepting applications for JOURNEYMAN RED SEAL MILLWRIGHTS & ELECTRICIANS to work at our pipe making facility in Red Deer, Alberta. Individuals must be at least 18 years of age, safety conscious, able to work overtime and shift work, and able to perform some heavy lifting. All selected applicants will be required to attend and pass a medical/physical assessment, as well as drug and alcohol screening arranged by EVRAZ Red Deer.

Wages range from $32.68 to $35.40/hr. In addition; employees are eligible for shift premiums, performance, attendance and safety bonuses. Evraz offers an excellent benefit and pension package.

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Applications may be completed in person at the Security office; 27251 Township Road 391, Red Deer, AB, or resumes can be emailed to reddeerhr@evrazna.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program.

Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888-528-0809 to start training for your work-athome career today!

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THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2014

Oilfield

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WINCH TRACTOR OPERATORS. Must have experience operating a winch.

To apply fax, email or drop off resume at the office.

Phone 780-842-6444.

Fax 780-842-6581. Email: rigmove@telus.net. Mail: H&E Oilfield Services Ltd., 2202 - 1 Ave., Wainwright, AB, T9W 1L7.

For more employment information see our webpage: www.heoil.com.

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EXPERIENCED OILFIED HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS. Must have all safety tickets.

Competitive wages.

Fax-403-749-3367 LOOKING FOR

Oilfield Maintenance Labourer /Swamper Must have safety tickets.

No experience necessary.

Will train. Fax resume to 403-746-5919 or email smittysoilfield@gmail.com

HD LICENSED TECHNICIAN for several Alberta areas.

Must have or willing to obtain CVIP licence. Please email or fax applications to: Carillion Canada Inc.; dlefsrud@carillionalberta.ca.

Fax 780-336-2461.

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for a Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician (Mechanic) with truck experience and also a trailer mechanic. Fax or email resume and references to: Calnash Trucking, Lac La Biche, 1-780-623-4051; calnash@telusplanet.net.

Employment Training

REGISTER FOR JULY SESSION of the Online Mental Health Counsellor Training Course at www.ctihalifax.com.

Graduates are eligible to receive client referrals.

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OPERATOR

WATER TRUCK DRIVER REQUIRED FOR RED DEER AREA. Potable experience, Class 3 and oilfield tickets required. Send driver’s abstract and resume to: blueridgewaterhauling @shaw.ca.

Fax 403-507-2368.

Truckers/ Drivers

Truckers/ Drivers

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Employment Training

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Scott’s nofrills is now hiring for all positions.

Please drop off resume at the store during business hours marked ‘Attention Danielle’.

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PARKING LOT ATTENDANTS needed immediately

BADGER DAYLIGHTING Calgary Inc. is hiring Drivers (C3+Q) and Swampers in Calgary, Alberta. Full-time, year-round work with OT & benefits. Must be willing to work weekends.

Email: resumes @badgercalgary.com to apply.

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THERE IS STILL a huge demand for Canscribe Medical Transcription graduates.

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Advocate Opportunities

Store Manager Possible Business Partner Opportunity The Lake House Furniture & Décor in Sylvan Lake is seeking a full-time store manager.

Experience in retail management, interior design, and computer knowledge is an asset.

Applicant must be personable and outgoing.

Only serious and motivated applicants please.

• Benefits Package • Guaranteed Salary • Incentives Please send your confidential resume to:

Please call Debbie at 403-314-4307

Do you have a passion for uncovering interesting stories in your community?

Talking to people and crafting compelling articles which provide information to our readers?

Sylvan Lake News/Eckville Echo requires one or more people to write stories and take pictures for holiday coverage, throughout the summer.

We¹re looking for post secondary or retired people who can work on their own to cover assigned news and feature stories or events in the Sylvan Lake/Eckville region.

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Email resume to: pickerservices@gmail.com

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AN ALBERTA OILFIELD company is hiring experi- Trades enced dozer and excavator operators, meals & lodging FOURLANE FORD SALES provided. Drug testing in Innisfail, Alberta is looking required. 780-723-5051. for a Diesel Technician.

Signing bonus and up to $45./hour depending on experience. Email: sdavis@fourlaneford.com.

Phone 403-227-3311.

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Accounting

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Chartered Accountants & Business Advisors

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Automotive

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CLEANING SERVICES Specializing in eaves trough cleaning, window cleaning & gentle washing of vinyl siding.

Pricing packages available.

Free quotes, senior discounts.

403-506-4822

Financial

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Financial strategies with personal advice Josh Welton

FINANCIAL ADVISOR 3715-47th Avenue Bldg E Unit 445, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 0C8 | 403-887-7099

Member - Canadian Investor Protection Fund

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Glass Shops

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Roofing

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Roofing

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Firewood

1660

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Well Drilling

1400

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BEAUTIFUL SPRUCE TREES. 4 - 6 ft., $35 each.

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Well Drilling

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1760

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Ask about modifications eg.

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Agricultural #2000 - #2290 Farm Equipment ..............2010 Haying Equipment ............2020 Tractors ............................2030 Combines & Headers ......2040 Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Farm Custom Work ..........2080 Farm Auctions ..................2090 Livestock ..........................2100 Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Pasture Wanted ................2180 Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Seed Grain ......................2200 Seeding & Tillage ............2210

Livestock

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RURAL WATER TREATMENT (Province Wide) Tell them Danny Hooper sent you

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GREENHOUSES

2100

ANGUS BULLS. Large selection of quality 2 year olds and yearlings.

Performance info available.

Fully guaranteed.

LLB Angus, 403-742-4226.

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Enjoy our cozy greenhouses. 5 minutes south of Sylvan Lake.

3.6 km south of the lights at the intersection of Hwy 11 & 20 on Range Road 13 Hwy 596 (Burnt Lake Trail)

The easy way to find a buyer for items you want to sell is with a Classified want ad. Phone 1-877-2233311

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FEED BARLEY. Paskal Cattle Company in Picture Butte area is looking for Feed Barley.

Put more $ in your pocket.

Sell direct to us. Please call Main Office for details.

403-732-5641.

HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola.

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

Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup� Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252.

For Rent #3000 - #3200 Acreages/Farms ..............3010 Houses/Duplexes ............3020 Condos/Townhouses........3030 Manufactured Homes ......3040 Four Plexes/Six Plexes ....3050 Suites ..............................3060 Cottages/Seasonal ..........3070 Roommates Wanted ........3080 Rooms for Rent................3090 Motels/Hotels ..................3100 Offices ..............................3110 Stores/Commercial ..........3120 Industrial ..........................3130 Warehouse Space............3140 Garage Space..................3150 Storage Space ................3160 Land ................................3170 Pasture ............................3180 Mobile Lot ........................3190 Misc. for Rent ..................3200

Wanted to Rent #3250 - #3390 Acreages/Farms ..............3255 Houses/Duplexes ............3260 Suites ..............................3270 Rooms..............................3280 Manufactured Homes ......3290 Housesitting Wanted ........3300 Garage Space..................3310 Storage Space ................3320 Stores/Commercial ..........3330 Office Space ....................3340 Industrial ..........................3350 Warehouse Space............3360 Resorts & Cottages..........3370 Pasture/Land....................3380 Mobile Lot ........................3390

SYLVAN LAKE BUSINESS DIRECTORY Get your business out there! Call Shannon or Joe at 403.887.2331!

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If you choose us as your contractor we will: • • • •

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THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2014

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SUBMITTED SPECIAL TO SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

A University of Alberta research team has some simple advice for Albertans bound for the lake, campground or remote areas this summer: wrangle your worms.

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