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Cosplay community flourishing in Central Alberta Popular international trend involves the ‘performance art of costume play’

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osplay is the performance art of costume play – wearing costumes and accessories to capture the image of particular characters from books, movies, comics and TV shows.

Gaining momentum since the 1990s, cosplay is now a huge part of popular culture. Comic expos, costume expos and competitions have pushed the hobby into the public eye.

“I actually got into it before I knew this was a thing. I made a pink power ranger costume that I wore for I think three years in a row. As for bigger stuff, I started doing special effects makeup. I did a lot of zombies and wounds and things like that,” said Brittany Hurst, creator and owner of Banshee Cosplay.

Hurst said she looked into new ideas for zombie costumes and saw people creating elaborate character costumes and thought that she could do that, too. She said she enjoys the challenge of creating a costume and working towards the end result.

Cosplay has evolved from a select few fans dressing up in costumes to tens of thousands of people gathering to express their ‘fandom’ through costumes, accessories and mastering the mannerisms and attitudes of the characters they are representing.

“I think I started realizing that this was a big thing when Heroes of Cosplay started on TV. It’s got different artists making the costumes, competing and winning titles and money. As soon as that hit TV, I knew this was getting really big.”

Careers can now be made out of cosplay, thanks mostly in part to Internet videos.

YouTube tutorials and displays of costuming have also blown up with cosplay superstars such as Yaya Han, Jessica Nigri, and Jessica Merizan.

Conventions such as ComicCons and Comic Expos are the primary spots to meet other cosplayers and share your creations off the Internet. Canada used to host precious few expos but with the spike in popularity over the

last eight to 10 years, expos and conventions are popping up more and more frequently in major cities.

Hurst attended the 2012 Calgary Comic and Entertainment Expo (commonly known as Calgary ComicCon) with a group of friends, all dressed up in zombie digs. This was her first experience where she actually had people come forward to take her photo, because of the costumes that she and her friends had made.

“I don’t think I’ll ever stop doing it because it’s something I really enjoy. Even if two people know who I am and they know what I do, that’d be cool,” said Hurst.

“I think one of the biggest things that people have to understand about the community is that if you do try to get into it, you have to do it and have to have fun with it. The moment that it stops being fun is when you should consider what you’re in it for.”

Hurst is not the only cosplayer in Red Deer. A friend of hers, Felicia McComb, has also started her own cosplay business, Stealthy Cosplay. Together, the two take on orders and help others by creating accessories or pieces for costuming.

For McComb, cosplay plays a large role in her sense of community. She has many friends who gather together, support each other and are constantly comparing and sharing ideas.

“I always made my Halloween costumes growing up, and was involved in theatre since I was nine.

It’s always been kind of a big part of my life to dress up and get into character,” said McComb.

“My friend took me to the Calgary Comic Expo one year and I saw all the other cosplayers and I just knew I had to go bigger and keep doing this.”

McComb’s first major creation was the costume for the character of Lady Sif from the Thor comics.

She put nearly two months of effort into making the costume, and after posting photos online she was able to meet other people whose interests aligned with hers. “I was walking around a convention floor and it was the first time somebody stopped me

EXPRESS YOURSELF - Felicia McComb embodies the attitude of her character Lady Sif from the Thor comic series as a tough girl who is ready for anything. and asked for a photo. It was unreal – it was way more than I’d ever expected,” said McComb.

This summer, she was given the opportunity by the Dawe Library to host a workshop where she taught kids about cosplay and how to make their own costumes.

Cosplay is most definitely in pop culture, and is a hobby that will likely be around for quite awhile. A generation is growing

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up and expressing their love for comics, books, TV shows, movies and games in a fun, artistic manner, she said.

McComb has advice to anyone who wants to express him or herself in this manner, which is essentially to just have fun with it.

“People don’t have to be super talented, and don’t have to spend a lot of money. They just have to put on a costume – buy it, make

it, throw it together – but just put it on and go out there and have fun,” she said.

“I find that a lot of cosplayers think you have to dress for your body type and you can only play certain characters based on how you look. And in my opinion, people should just go out there and have fun and dress up as whoever they want to.” kmendonsa@reddeerexpress.com

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Alleged gang associates appear in court

BY JENNA SWAN Red Deer Express All of the accused in a recent drug bust allegedly related to the Red Scorpion gang made their first court appearances in Red Deer last week.

Robin Joseph Stewart, 52, Cory James Lesperance, 29, Nicholas David James White, 21, and Amber McLeod, 23 appeared in Provincial Court last Thursday.

Lesperance, originally from B.C., is an alleged member of the Red Scorpions and is alleged to be at the centre of a drug trafficking network operating in Alberta. Lesperance faces a total of 14 drug and weapons related charges.

He was arrested at a residence last month in the Balmoral Heights neighbourhood just outside Red Deer city

limits, where two firearms were found, along with a large amount of drugs.

Lesperance will return to court Aug. 7th.

In addition to the Red Deer County home, search warrants were executed at a Calgary home and residence in Airdire. The search warrants were executed by RCMP “K” Division Emergency Response Team and CPS Tactical team.

The search warrants yielded a number of firearms and drugs, including 512 grams of methamphetamine; 517 grams of cocaine; 52 grams of heroin; 264 grams of marihuana, 80 grams of psilocybin, 13 vials equaling 130 milliliters of anabolic steroids, a cocaine conversion lab, scales, packaging, and other drug paraphernalia, a loaded semiautomatic handgun, a stolen shotgun with ammunition,

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White has been charged with possession of cocaine, psilocybin and magic mushrooms for the purpose of trafficking, possession of proceeds of crime under $5,000 and breaching his recognizance by being in possession of a controlled substance.

White will re-appear in court Aug. 14th.

Stewart has been charged with four counts of possession for the purpose of trafficking, one count of unauthorized possession of a firearm, one count of possession of property over $5,000 and one count of possession of a restricted firearm.

McLeod has been charged with three counts of trafficking and possession of stolen property.

Federal crown prosecutor David Inglis stated that all of the accused will be tried separately.

Police say investigation was initiated in June by the Red Deer RCMP Street Team and expedited between the partnering agencies to address public safety concerns relating to gang activity.

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The woman was hired by a company that claimed to be based out of the United States; the company offered her a job working from home in a customer service position, then asked her to use her personal bank account to funnel electronic money transfers.

The woman reported the incident to RCMP because of the suspicious nature of the requests; she was not defrauded of money. However, a second company soon contacted her, asking her to do similar work; this company claimed to be based in Russia and also approached her as a result of her online résumé.

RCMP would like to remind people to carefully screen any online employment offers they may receive, and not to get involved with a company until you are certain it is legitimate. No legitimate business will ask an individual to use their personal bank account for company business.

The Canadian AntiFraud Centre web site contains useful information on how victims can avoid getting unintentionally involved in criminal money laundering, including reports that criminals have targeted job seekers in Canada, the U.S. and the UK in order to recruit them as money laundering mules.

The criminals post or email fake job offers under a variety of titles, including customer service positions or titles such as ‘money transfer agent’ or ‘payment processing agent.’

They ask employees to receive large sums of money in their personal bank accounts and to then make international wire transfers of the money. They offer employees a small portion of the money as payment.

Money laundering mules are committing criminal offences and facilitating the destructive work of organized crime syndicates.

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Father-daughter team set for Ride To Empower

BY JENNA SWAN Red Deer Express

Local activist Emily Falk along with her father Don Falk are set to head out on their Fourth annual Ride To Empower on Aug. 20-21st.

The dynamic duo will embark on a 300km round-trip from Rimbey to Linden over the course of two days with all funds going towards the Somali Women’s Scholarship fund, the flagship initiative by the Global Enrichment Foundation – an organization started by Amanda Lindhout after her experiences in Somalia.

“It was October 2010 and I heard Amanda Lindhout speak at Red Deer College and I was super inspired by her story and moved by what she was doing coming out of the experience she had in Somalia,” explained Emily.

“I was really passionate about making a difference and so while I was coaching a basketball team at Hunting Hills High School I organized a free throw fundraiser to sup-

port the Somali Women’s scholarship fund which provides a four-year scholarship to women living in Somalia, including a living stipend to provide for housing accommodations and school supplies. We were able to raise over $4,300.”

The following year, Emily was still passionate about raising money for the scholarship fund and from this passion sprouted the Ride To Empower.

“A friend and I organized the first ride where we road our bikes from Red Deer to Canmore and we raised around $8,000 providing two young women with opportunities to go to university,” she said.

“The idea behind the scholarship is to provide quality education to women and girls in Somalia, because currently the literacy rate for women ages 15 and up is only 25.8 per cent and fewer that one in four girls has the opportunity to go to primary school and less than one per cent

have access to post secondary education.”

The last two years of the ride has included Emily and Don who train on evenings and weekends in the warmer months and will ride anywhere from 30-60 km per training trip.

Falk explained that her motivation comes from, “Knowing the money you are raising can go so far and knowing that it has the potential to empower someone on the other side of the world to follow their dreams and achieve their goals.”

The pair has been accepting both flat pledges as well as per kilometer pledges, where individuals and organizations can pledge a dollar for every kilometer completed on the trip. Any one wishing to pledge to the Ride To Empower may contact Emily at emily@globalenrichmentfoundation.com. jswan@reddeerexpress.com

International call to action reaches City

BY JENNA SWAN Red Deer Express The 20th International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2014), the world’s largest HIV and AIDS conference, took place in Melbourne, Australia from July 2025th. The conference takes place every other year in a different location around the world, with the 2016 21st International AIDS Conference scheduled for Durbin, South Africa.

Executive Director for the Central Alberta AIDS Network Society (CAANS), Jennifer Vanderschaeghe, explained how each conference includes the signing of a different declaration.

AIDS 2010 hosted by Vienna asked attendees to sign the Vienna Declaration. The conference featured a theme of ‘Knowledge and Commitment for Action’ with an emphasis on the need for the general community to commit to use the knowledge gained through science and experience to take action.

Vanderschaeghe has signed the last three declarations on behalf of herself and CAANS with the City of Red Deer having also committed to sign the Vienna Declaration in 2010.

The City was the fourth in Canada to sign the declaration after Toronto, Vancouver and Victoria. It focused largely on providing a health-based approach to addiction, as opposed to criminal action.

Around the same time as the signing of the declaration, City council also endorsed the development of a specific drug strategy in the City that focuses on the four pillars approach - prevention, treatment, harm

reduction and enforcement. It’s set to be released later this fall.

“The declarations are always very big picture, so not everything talked about in them pertains to Canada or Red Deer because we are so much further ahead when talking about HIV/AIDS treatment and prevention,” said Vanderschaeghe. “So this is why when we came back from Washington in 2012 and the Melbourne conference finished up we decided not to ask the City to sign either as we felt the Vienna Declaration was really working for us at a local level.”

The Melbourne Declaration from last week’s conference focused largely on the topic of discrimination stating, “To defeat HIV and achieve universal access to HIV prevention, treatment, care and support – nobody should be criminalized or discriminated against because of their gender, age, race, ethnicity, disability, religious or spiritual beliefs, country of origin, national status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a sex worker, prisoner or detainee, because they use or have used illicit drugs or because they are living with HIV.” The declaration asks individuals to call for the, “Immediate and unified opposition to these discriminatory and stigmatizing practices and urge all parties to take a more equitable and effective approach.”

To sign the declaration and learn more about the calls to action from AIDS 2014 visit http://www. aids2014.org/. jswan@reddeerexpress.com

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Never judge someone until you have walked a mile in their shoes.

The men of Central Alberta did just that; they came, they walked, and they showed everyone what they were made of.

On May 22, 2014 over 160 men helped raise over $41,000 in the third annual Walk a Mile in HER Shoes Red Deer event.

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this event such a success, We look forward to seeing everyone next year.

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The Outreach Centre Charity Golf Tournament was a great success once again.

The weather was great and everyone had an awesome time.

A special thank you to everyone who participated and sponsored this event.

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On July 24 we kicked off the new year with a BBQ hosted by The Realty Store and raised just over $1900.

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OPINION Leadership deficiencies It’s getting more challenging to figure out what is going on in the minds of some of our politicians these days.

It’s no secret – or surprise – when we learn of constant overspending, misspending, and foolish errors in judgment. This is becoming commonplace on today’s scene, and perhaps always has been.

But things have taken an even more outrageous turn in a couple of political instances – here in Alberta and in B.C. – and it makes a person wonder if there is a point of no return for some people.

For one, the Progressive Conservative’s recent about-face on wage freezes.

Not only did that end way before schedule, but some landed a raise to boot.

This is where they seem so blind to reality – of what it means to really connect with the electorate in a meaningful and ‘real’ way. And whatever excuses are spun for what they must think an extremely gullible public, it’s getting tiresome to hear about this ‘culture of entitlement’ that seems to know no end and no bounds.

Then, a few days ago, members of the Kwikwetlem First Nation in B.C. were reportedly calling for their chief’s resignation after learning he was paid nearly $1 million last year.

A salary disclosure revealed Ron Giesbrecht made $914,219 and claimed $16,574 in expenses in the fiscal year that ended in March, news reports said. Apparently,

about $800,000 came from a bonus he took home in his role as economic development officer.

The question is – how could he ‘take home’ this much money without, we are guessing, a hint of questioning in some tiny part of his brain. Where is the reflection on how this is honestly a ridiculous amount of money?

Where is the accountability, and more disturbingly, how are these things able to happen in the first place? Who signs the cheques? Who, behind the scenes, just doesn’t care anymore?

We think Albertans have pretty much had it with politicians who apparently deem themselves worth so very much.

They show a contemptible and extremely ‘out-of-touch’ attitude to the public when they act like this. And to top it off, former premier Alison Redford is the name that just won’t fade away as so many had hoped.

Her antics continue to follow her and sadly plague all of us as Albertans. What a legacy.

Ultimately, a true, honest commitment to leadership (without first thinking about all the cash and perks one will get) seems to have slid away and taken a back seat to an attitude of blatant opportunism, greed and – let’s face it – shameless behaviour in a time when many ordinary Albertans are struggling to find their economic footing.

Surely we deserve better than this.

Community spirit makes a world of difference This year I learned the difference between a city and a community and I’m happy to say that I finally feel connected to a true community.

Kalisha

MENDONSA As I attended SAIT Polytechnic in Calgary, I often had to travel outside of my comfortable southwest neighbourhood for interviews. I’ve had family in the city my whole life, and thought that I had a good sense of the ‘community’.

I didn’t.

I didn’t realize that until the summer break between my first and second years when I came back home to Red Deer.

In Calgary, I would drive

around the city to areas I had no idea even existed, and truthfully would probably never need to be in again.

I knew the southwest because my family had lived there my whole life, and a little bit of downtown. The rest was a totally different city to me. It felt strange to drive through a town that seemed so unfamiliar, even though I’d spent years living there myself.

When I had interviews, I often felt as though I was impeding on someone’s oh-so-tight schedule, and found that the offices and buildings I went into were not nearly as warm as those in Red Deer. I’m not saying every interview was cold and terrible, but generally speaking, I often felt rushed, and noticed that not many people knew what was going on in the areas outside of their own.

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these places. I’ve had several interviews where people tell me that they enjoy their job that much more because they know their customers and clients as part of their community.

They feel accountable to these people and generally have a lot of pride in the city in which they reside.

Lacombe especially has a great sense of community. Each time I introduce myself at an interview, people comment on the efforts of our Lacombe editor, Brian Vossen, regarding how hard he works to make a genuine connection with the local businesses.

I’ve had people come into my office and personally compliment me on an article, or email me to welcome me to part of the news team and as a new part of Lacombe. The very first day I worked in Lacombe, I was introduced to members of the fire and police departments, members of

City Hall and given a tour of the town.

I love that citizens are so involved with the pride and development of their City. I enjoy the familiarity and welcoming nature when I walk into a business for an interview.

Red Deer has been just as welcoming. I find that even as a bigger city, there is a sense of connection here, regardless of the great diversity in residents.

When I introduce myself, I don’t feel rushed or unwelcome. I often end up chatting with interview subjects simply because I am genuinely interested in their ideas, views and how they are a part of this community.

Working between Red Deer and Lacombe is something I consider to be a privilege. I think these cities are a fantastic way to build a rapport and hopefully, a readership, because I know that people are interested in what is going on

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around them.

When I cover events in either city, I’m often greeted by members of other news groups and am treated very kindly by the professionals and citizens of the area.

I’ve found that this new sense of community I have really engages me to do my best for every piece of work I create. I feel like I owe my community the respect and pleasantries that are extended my way, and I want to be known as a member of these communities.

To each person who has helped create that sense of welcoming, thank you. I truly believe that community value is something each city, town or metropolis ought to seek out from its residents.

It makes a world of difference to be proud of where you reside, where you work and where you grow. kmendonsa@reddeerexpress.com

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Gord Bamford Charity Golf Classic runs next week

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Red Deer Express Canadian country singer Gord Bamford is back again to host a unique charity golf classic and gala, an event that has been going strong for seven years.

The two-day event features a gala at the Sheraton Hotel Exhibition Hall on the evening of Aug. 13th.

The golf tournament will see 42 teams playing at the Lacombe Golf and Country Club on Aug. 14th.

“WE JUST WANT TO HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OTHER PEOPLE’S LIVES AND BE ABLE TO USE MY SUCCESS TO RAISE MONEY FOR DIFFERENT SORTS OF ASSOCIATIONS.�

GORD BAMFORD Last year, over $355,000 was raised through the Gord Bamford Charitable Foundation, which put the money earned just shy of $1.5 million. “We just want to have an opportunity to make a difference in other people’s lives and be able to use my success to raise money for different sorts of associations,â€? said Bamford. “Ninety-ďŹ ve per cent is catered to youth and children, which is a big part of my life. I just want to do

something good and give back to the people that are in need and make a difference.�

The event is highly successful, with many of its attendees returning year after year. The invitationonly gala will host over 750 people, including big names such as Canadian country star Aaron Pritchett, Nashville songwriter Buddy Owens, NHL legend Curtis Glencross and iconic Canadian rock band Trooper. “At the end of it, it’s amazing how we seem to keep raising more and more money. It’s always amazing to be able to take part in all of the stories that we come across or we get to share at the gala,� said Bamford. “When you get to see how it really changes things for (the recipients of donations), it can get pretty emotional at times, but it’s great to see. It just wouldn’t happen without all the support we have, and it’s been tremendous that way.�

The organizations that receive the donations of funds raised include the Make a Wish Foundation, children’s hospitals, Ronald McDonald House and Big Brothers & Big Sisters.

Bamford said that it is difďŹ cult to set a goal for monetary donations, but that he hopes they will equal or surpass last year’s total. He adds that each year organizers try to make

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the event bigger and better, especially for the people that have been attending the event since its inception seven years ago. “We raise a lot of money and have a great core of people involved. It’s a sought after event, and any time you have that kind of demand for something it feels great. As far as a goal goes, we’re just trying to keep going and keep improving.�

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He says he feels like the event is deďŹ nitely moving in the right direction after seeing the immense support that it carries year after year. “I really can’t tell you how it’s gotten to be where it is – I kind of shake my head everyday.

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Community prepares for impact of First World War War! It was a cataclysm that had not touched Central Alberta for a dozen years since the end of the South African (Boer) War. However, that conflict had been limited to a distant part of the British Empire.

Now, all the world’s great powers, their colonies and allies were about to plunge into a global war.

The declaration of war

by Great Britain and its empire, on Aug. 4th, 1914, was sudden, but not totally unexpected. On June 28th, the Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie had been assassinated by a Serbian radical in Sarajevo, capital of Austro-Hungarian province of Bosnia-Herzegovina. It was the spark that ultimately caused the start of the Great War. However, few people realized at first the significance of the assassination.

No senior member of the European royal families, other than Hapsburgs of Austria, attended the Archduke and Duchess’s funeral. No head of state was present either. The reports of the murder of the royal couple only appeared on

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DAWE page four of the Red Deer News and page six of the Red Deer Advocate.

Nevertheless, the AustroHungarian Empire was in trouble. Senior members of the Empire’s government were determined to use the pretext of the assassination to put Serbia and other ‘problem’ states in the Balkans in their place, thereby showing the world that the Empire was not as weak as it appeared to have become.

Hence, the summer was spent making threats and ultimatums.

Both Austro-Hungary and Serbia called on their allies to back them in the diplomatic brinkmanship.

Consequently, more and more countries got pulled into the dispute. By the end of July, although everyone insisted that they were

DARK DAYS - Men of the 12 Canadian Mounted Rifles marching from the Armouries on Mann (49) St. to Red Deer’s C.P.R. station photo from the Red Deer Archives P2147 and departure for service overseas, May 1915. still dedicated to ensuring peace, the outbreak of war seemed inevitable.

On Aug. 4th, German troops entered neutral Belgium on their way to invading France. Great Britain immediately declared war on Germany and a few days later on Austro-Hungary.

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Word of the outbreak of war reached Red Deer around 8 p.m. on Aug. 4th, 1914. The community responded to the news with a large spontaneous demonstration. The Red Deer Community Band, out for their weekly practice, got the rally started.

They were rapidly joined by the Sons of England who had been holding their regular meeting at the Anglican Parish Hall.

Soon all kinds of people were rushing to join the demonstrations – members of the Central Alberta Light Horse militia, veterans of the Boer War, downtown businessmen and a great many members of the general public. Flags appeared everywhere. A num-

ber of people brought their automobiles. Soon there was a kilometre-long procession moving from the Parish Hall on Gaetz Ave. near McLeod (54) St. to the Armouries on Mann (49) St. southeast of City Hall. The Community Band led the informal parade with lusty renditions of marching and patriotic songs.

Finally, the crowd gathered on the City Square, on the west side of the Armouries and City Hall. Hiram Hadley started things off with the singing of The Veteran. After more choruses of patriotic songs and enthusiastic cheering, the speeches by various dignitaries began. There were assurances that victory over the enemy would be swift. Many men in the crowd announced that they

were willing to enlist right away.

Major Carlyle Moore of the 35 Central Alberta Horse wired the Minister of the Militia to indicate the local squadron’s willingness and readiness to serve immediately. He also posted notices that the squadron would assemble every evening at 8 p.m. at the Armouries for drill and rifle practice.

Despite these eruptions of patriotic excitement, there were some public cautions about what was happening. The Red Deer News printed the prediction that the world faced, “The most terrible war since the Fall of the Roman Empire.”

Tragically, it was a prediction that was to prove to be all too true.

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CITY BRIEFS

RON MACLEAN AT RDC CLASSIC

Following the recent announcement that he and his wife Cari are the honorary chairs of the Red Deer is

Ready 2019 Winter Games bid, Red Deer College is proud to announce that Ron MacLean will join as special guest for the 29th annual RDC Golf Classic on Sept. 2122.

by Mark Weber MacLean, who launched his career in media right here in Red Deer, has hosted 10 Olympic Games and is the long-standing cohost of Hockey Night in Canada’s Coach’s Corner.

Join RDC on Sept. 21st for an evening gala and Sept.

22nd for a day of golf at the Red Deer Golf & Country Club.

Funds raised from this event contribute to RDC’s

Athletics Leadership Fund to help augment costs for student athletes in all programs, allowing them to excel in academics and sport, with as little financial pressure as possible.

Those interested in sponsorship opportunities and/or wishing to golf in the Classic can call 403-314-2430 or visit www.rdc.ab.ca/golf_classic.

DRIVERS REMINDED OF SCHOOL ZONES St. Patrick’s Community School will begin its school year Aug. 7th and drivers are reminded of speed limits in school zones as classes get underway.

St. Patrick’s is Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools’ year-round school that begins in August with the uniqueness of having more frequent breaks throughout the year.

Students will be at bus stops and crossing streets therefore staff would like the public to be aware students are from all parts of the City.

RESIDENTS ASKED TO CUT POWER The warm weather Alberta has been experiencing is resulting in higher than normal power consumption.

The City is requesting residents to reduce their power use to alleviate stress on the system.

“As good practice, we ask people to attempt to limit their power use during the day,” said Jim Jorgensen, electric light & power manager.

“The grid is seeing high demand and we all need to be aware of what we can do to help minimize the power consumed.”

Residents can help conserve by turning off unnecessary lights and appliances, minimizing the use of air conditioning, closing blinds, shades or drapes during the hottest part of the day; and running major appliances outside of peak periods, specifically after 7 p.m.

MEGLOBAL SPONSORS UNITED WAY PROGRAM United Way Central Alberta has announced that MEGlobal will be sponsoring the 2014 Loaned Representative for a third year.

The sponsored Loaned Representative allows United Way Central Alberta to bring on an additional staff member during the campaign season, without using donor dollars.

When a company chooses to sponsor a Loaned Representative they have the option to provide the funding

for United Way to hire someone, or to lend an employee, who will gain invaluable skills in public speaking, teamwork, and time and project management.

There are still sponsorship opportunities available for many events, such as the annual Kick Off Luncheon, Sockey Night and the Leadership Matching Challenge.

Anyone interested in applying for the position can go to www.caunitedway.ca.

For more information on sponsorship opportunities and packages, contact 403343-3900.

NEW ED FOR THE HEALTH FOUNDATION The Red Deer Regional Health Foundation (RDRHF) has announced the appointment of Iaian Park as the executive director of the RDRHF effective Aug. 11th.

Park is a long-time resident of Central Alberta. He and his wife started Ignite Fitness in Red Deer in 2008 and his wife is the general manager of the business.

Park was most recently managing a health workplace action plan for AHS.

CALL FOR BOARD NOMINATIONS The Red Deer Downtown Business Association seeks board members interested in the future of downtown, and willing to make the commitment to serve as a member of the board of directors for a three-year term from Jan. 1st, 2015 through Dec. 31, 2017.

Supported by staff, the board is responsible to set policy, review progress and provide direction for the Association.

Directors are expected to participate in monthly board meetings, the annual meeting, as well as organizational events and committee responsibilities as required.

Interested candidates are encouraged to check out the 2013 Annual Report and 2013 - 2015 Strategic Plan which is available online at www.downtownreddeer.com or contact the Downtown Business Association office for copies.

Please take the time to fill out the candidacy form with your signature and email, fax or drop off a copy.

Candidates must be operators or employees of businesses who pay the Business Revitalization Zone levy within Red Deer’s downtown region.

Nominations to be a board member must be received no later than 5 p.m. on Aug. 29th.

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City student lands research opportunity of a lifetime

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Red Deer Express Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High School student Shawn Matthies, 17, took six weeks this summer to take part in an extensive research program under a mentor at the University of Calgary.

The program offers 50 students across Alberta the chance to be paired with a mentoring researcher in a world-class laboratory to explore what a career in researching health sciences looks like.

“It seemed like a really interesting opportunity.

It’s amazing to be accepted and to be in Calgary, paired with an amazing researcher and the other top students in the province,” said Matthies.

Grade 11 students are spread among top research facilities including the University of Alberta in Edmonton, the University of Calgary and the University of Lethbridge.

During his six-week experience, Matthies is working on analyzing data about child behaviour. He is working on an evaluation of an early intervention program with the Calgary Urban Project Society, commonly known as CUPS. Early childhood intervention is a support system for children typically six years and younger who have been victims of or are at high risk of neglect or abuse.

Usually, these programs are put in place to help these children have access to healthy physical, cognitive and social development in safe environments.

“We’re finding out if kids are affected and if (abuse, neglect) affects child behaviour and academic performance. I help analyze data, and then I will be helping write the background for their research paper and their abstract,” explained Matthies.

He was paired with

CUPS through the Heritage Youth Researcher Summer Program (HYRS program) based on his application and interests.

“Going to the CUPS location has been interesting, seeing what all they do and how much they help families in Calgary. They have pre-school programs, and parenting classes and they have a whole bunch of different health-related areas for counselling. They can even deliver babies there, which I thought was really cool. It’s an excellent building.”

He says that he is thoroughly enjoying his experience through the HYRS program, and that it has helped him explore new career possibilities in research that he’d never considered or even heard of before.

Matthies is also enjoying the experience he has gained from working in a lab – an opportunity that few people his age could receive.

The HYRS program is six weeks long, finishing on Aug. 14th. Through the program, students get to tour such facilities as hospital research labs and behind the scenes areas of hospitals that only staff are generally permitted to see.

There are a variety of tasks, meetings and tours that give breadth and depth to the experience.

“The HYRS program takes us on tours of places like Foothills hospital and research centres. We saw the Nero arm, which is basically like a surgery robot. And we have a talk every week that gives us information on scholarships and universities and things like that.

“We’ve got more tours coming up which look amazing. I really enjoy sciences and math and my lab placement lets me do both at the same time, so that’s great.”

The events and opportunities are bountiful and of-

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Another interesting tour includes the Einstein Brain Project, a collaboration of research in the fields of psychology, neuroscience, art and biological theory.

The project is an immersive experience that looks

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fyi EVENTS Choral Singers Unite Society - CSUS is currently holding auditions for placement in next year’s choirs. (Sept 2014 to May 2015) We are looking for singers of all ages for the following choirs: Brioso Children’s Choir, ihana Youth Choir, Soliloquy adult choir and a bass for It’s Time vocal ensemble. Please contact Artistic Director, Lisa Ward to set up your time for an informal audition. Next audition dates Aug. 21st and Sept. 4th. Phone 403-3093032 or contact lisaward@ me.com. For more information go to www.csusreddeer.com.

A Red Deer Aboriginal Services Directory and Aboriginal Resource Fair and Showcase is being coordinated and developed by Courtney Hitchcock, a participant in the Indigenous Women in Community Leadership program offered by the Coady International Institute at St. Francis Xavier University. The Aboriginal Resource Fair and Showcase will take place on Aug. 7th from 1 to 4 p.m. at The Hub on Ross (4936 50th St.) Information will be available on Aboriginal programs, resources, training opportunities, employment services, and the Metis Nation of Alberta will be in attendance! The release of the 2014 Red Deer Aboriginal Services Directory will also be available.

The event is free of charge and everyone is welcome.

Do you love to sing? Join our adult choir, the Red Deer Chamber Singers, where you will enjoy an environment of positive learning and quality music. Practices commence Sept. 2nd at Sunnybrook United Church, 12 Stanton St. at 7 p.m. We will be preparing for our annual Renaissance Feast performances, to be held at the end of November.

Contact Sadie at 403-3475166 for more information.

The Ladies of Sunnybrook Farm Museum are presenting their annual Lunch at the Farm event between noon and 3 p.m. on alternating Wednesdays. Aug. 6th and 27th and Sept. 10th.

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Red Deer Arts Council and Red Deer Public Library are pleased to present ‘GlassEarth: Mixed Media’ by Larissa Blokhuis, which runs in the Kiwanis Gallery to Aug. 24th. 403-348-2787.

The Centre for Spiritual Living has Mind, Body and Soul Book Club on Aug. 20th at 7 p.m. The

be held at the Dickson Store Museum on Aug. 7th from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. There will be crafts, games, music, homemade lemonade making, a picnic and of course a bear hunt. Participants must pre-register by calling the museum at 403-728-3355.

It’s Viking Days at the Danish Canadian National Museum on Aug. 16th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Aug. 17th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for children under 10. Come and experience through reenactments the daily lives of Vikings a thousand years ago. Hear their stories, see their crafts and cooking methods, marvel over their armour and battle skills. See how the Vikings maintained their

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Bingo schedule for the Learning Disabilities Association of Alberta - volunteers need to be at the Red Deer Bingo Hall by 10:30 a.m. Evening bingos: volunteers need to be at Red Deer Bingo Hall by 4:30 p.m. The schedule is as follows – Aug. 28th, Sept.

22nd, Oct. 2nd and Nov. 12th (evenings). Bingo coordinators are Karen Gough: 403-340-3249 or by email kgough@shaw.ca or Emily Hillis at 403-342-6602 or by email at ehillis@shaw.ca.

Gaetz and Sunnybrook United Churches present United Kids Camp 2014 ‘ It’s a Beautiful Day in Our Neighbourhood’ Aug. 11th15th from 9 a.m. to noon for kids ages five to 11. It takes place at Gaetz Memorial United Church.

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The Red Deer Public Library presents First Thursdays in the Snell featuring students of Dr. Ted Isenor’s Sweetie-Katz Music Studio. The program consists of a broad selection of works and will include compositions by Mozart, Chopin, Debussy, and Rachmaninov. Aug. 7th, 12:15 – 1 p.m. No admission charge. Donations accepted at the door. Coffee and tea provided by Café Noir.

Pine Lake Country Fair and Sports Days run Aug. 8th-10th at the CrossRoads Ag Park. This year’s theme is A Salute to the Family Farm. On Aug. 8th enjoy a Shania tribute. For tickets, call 403-773-2271 or email crossroadsagsociety@gmail.com.

Annual Teddy Bear Picnic will

ships. Also, there is a Feast With the Vikings on Aug. 16th from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Limited number of tickets are now on sale at the museum for this event. For tickets, call 403-728-0019 or email joanne@danishcanadians.com or kari@danishcanadians.com.

The Pioneer Days Festival at Sunnybrook Farm Museum runs Aug. 16th-17th from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $5 or $15 per family. The antique tractors are fired up for Red Deer’s 19th annual Pioneer Days Festival and tractor pull competition, including two days of entertainment. Featured activities include a pancake breakfast, silent auction, Parade of Power tractor parade, Agrium tractor exhibition, antique toy display, and a children’s pedal tractor pull.

Also featured will be a cowboy church service, homemade cookie walk, food concessions, live music, face painting, pony rides and children’s activities.

Join us for five half-days packed with games, crafts, Bible stories and music as we discover ‘Who are our Neighbours?’ To register call 403-347-2244 or 403-3476073. Cost is a freewill offering.

Annual dance sponsored by the Central Alberta Singles Club will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall at Innisfail on Aug. 16th. Music by Randy Hillman and Hot Spur from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.

This dance is open to everyone, married or single. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $20 per person at the door. Lunch will be provided. For information, call Jim at 403-638-6563 or Murray at 403-357-8022.

Cruizin’ 2 Cure Cancer’s second annual event ‘Springbrook Shakedown’ will be held Aug. 23rd starting at 1 p.m. This year’s event will be held at the Springbrook Multiplex. (Red Deer Airport). As well as Vintage Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles & RV’s there

will be bands, vendors, family activities and displays (Buffalo Air). There is also onsite camping (no open fires) or hook ups.

The evening closes with a drive in movie. For more, contact Jerry Anderson at jganderson@ shaw.ca or call 403-986-2445.

Check out the Garden Party Art Show and Sale Aug. 23rd from 1 to 7 p.m. at 30 Manning St. Enjoy a beverage and snacks while taking in the ceramics, jewelry, paintings, fire pits, baking, felt work, photography and much more. All original, hand made high-end work.

And all while listening to the sounds of our local musicians.

Call Suzanne at 403-342-6344 or spiritofclay@hotmail.com.

‘Country Gospel in the Park’ Music Weekend is planned for Sept.

5th-7th at Blackfalds All Star Park and is hosted by Blackfalds United Church. Scheduled performances start Friday night at 5 p.m. and a church service goes on Sunday at 9 a.m.

Performances are in a heated tent (bring your lawn chairs) and food is available on site.

Performers include Visions Country Gospel, Ben Kellert, RR 4, Freedom Seekers, The Tapleys, Joshua Ridge, Re Newed, R&J, Strings N Things, Victoria Street, Potters Clay, New Song Band, Gospel Trubadors, Joyful Melody Trio, Debbie Bergeron, Revive and Gospel 792. $30 for a weekend pass.

Day passes are also available.

For more information contact John at 403-885-4857, Moe at 403-357-6678 or Jim at 403-391-1397 or go online at blackfaldsunitedchurch.com.

Parkinson Alberta’s Flexxaire Step ‘n Stride Walk runs Sept 6th at The Golden Circle, 4620 - 47A Ave. Registration is at 9 a.m., walk at 10:30 a.m. Free family picnic, door prizes, top walker prizes, silent auction, jelly bean count. Register online at parkinsonalberta.ca. For information call 403-346-4463 or email tkozak@parkinsonalberta.ca.

The Annual Dahlia and Gladiolus Show hosted by the Alberta Dahlia and Gladiolus Society (ADGS) will take place Aug. 23-24th at Bower Place Shopping Centre. Judging of exhibits will begin Saturday at 11 a.m. The ADGS is a non-profit

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Week of August 6 - August 13, 2014 society promoting the culture and development of dahlias and gladiolus. Visit our web site at albertadahliaandgladsociety.com for show booklet and staging times. For further information, contact Larry Quinitilio at 403-346-8401, email larryquintilio@gmail.com.

Looking for a stress-buster for clients, employees and friends?

How about an evening of non-stop laughs, buffet dinner and drinks with great prizes?

Three world-acclaimed - HBO and Comedy Central - stand-up comedians are set to take the stage at the Red Deer & District SPCA Raise the Woof event, Sept. 13th at the Red Deer Curling Centre. It will be a howling good time! There will be a cash bar, buffet dinner and great prizes! Tickets available from the Red Deer & District SPCA go to www.reddeerspca.com.

Tickets for Red Deer Hospice’s Second Sunflower Ladies’ Lunch on Sept. 24th are now on sale at www.reddeerhospice.com or from Hospice directly. The luncheon, which runs from noon to 2 p.m. at the Sheraton Hotel, has been renamed Sunflower Ladies Bag Lunch but lunch will not come in a bag. Rather the event will feature a table auction of handbags and purses - because what is a ladies’ event without shopping! Each table will feature a new designer handbag as a center piece and guests will have the opportunity to bid on the bags in a silent auction format. All unsuccessful bids will be considered donations to Red Deer Hospice and the bidder will receive a charitable tax receipt in the amount of their bid. Funds raised will go towards the Hospice’s Fund a Day program supporting day-to-day resident care. Tickets are $40 each and lunch will be a threecourse sit down meal of soup, salad and dessert. There will be a brief Hospice speaker but focus will be on the handbags!

Handbag and corporate sponsors are still being sought. To donate phone Lori at 403-3094344. Tickets are also available at www.reddeerhospice.com.

Sept. 22-23 – The Leadership Centre of Central Alberta presents the second annual Leadership Conference. Included in the cost of this two-day event are live

speakers, leadercast presenters, meals and the Monday evening gala ticket. To check out the schedule of events and to register online visit www.theleadershipcentre.ca. For additional information call The Leadership Centre at 403-340-0324.

Real Men Sing Barbershop! The Wild Rose Harmonizers Barbershop Chorus is a chorus for males of all ages who love to sing four-part a cappella harmony. We are a proud member of the Barbershop Harmony society providing entertainment at seniors’ lodges, hospitals and numerous community and private functions throughout the year. No experience is required, just a love to sing. Join us on Tuesday evening,

7 p.m. followed by Basic Social Dance at 8 p.m. Classes run for six weeks in Red Deer. Only $35 per person. For more information call Doug or Doris at 403-7283333 or email doris@airenet.com.

Central Alberta Singles Dances run Aug. 23rd, Aug. 30th, Sept.

27nd, Oct. 18th, Nov. 29th, Dec. 13th and Dec. 27th. Dances run at the Innisfail Legion Hall.

Doors open at 7:30 p.m., with music starting at 8 p.m. For information, call Jim at 403638-6563 or Murray at 403-3578022. Everyone is welcome.

MEETINGS Overeaters Anonymous meets Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. at Mighty

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our annual SUMMER Unlimited. mited.

Classes run through to Aug. ug 22nd. A variety of classes and styles for all levels. Yoga for EVERY-Body! Special three-month and one-month rates. 403-3505830. Email info@reddeeryoga. ca or visit www.reddeeryoga.ca.

The Red Deer Celiac Support Group will holding our meetings the third Tuesday of the month at Sobeys South, 5211–22 St. in Red Deer. We offer information and support on celiac symptoms, diagnosing, gluten-free diet and products. 2014 meeting schedule Sept. 16th, Oct. 21st, Nov. 18th.

The group also has an awareness table set up at the Red Deer hospital the fourth Tuesday of every month as well. For informa-

church located at 16 McVicar St. at 7 p.m. for our regular scheduled meetings. If you are widowed or know of someone who is widowed and looking for place to connect, you can email us at widowedsupportnetwork@gmail.com or call 403-755-0977 or drop in on a Friday as mentioned above.

Are you having problems with someone else’s drinking?

We are an anonymous group of men and women who can offer encouragement and support. Call Al-Anon Family groups at 403-346-0320 for a list of meetings in Red Deer and the surrounding area.

Writers’ Ink, the Red Deer and District writers group for authors of all genres 18 years and older meets every Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. at Sunnybrook Farm Museum. Small membership and drop-in fees apply.

First three visits free. For more info contact Carol Ritten Smith at 403-350-7480 or by email at studio2@telus.net.

Gamblers Anonymous meetings are Wednesdays’ at 7 p.m. in the Red Deer Regional Hospital (3942-50 Ave.) south complex, lower level rooms 503 and 504.

Gamblers Anonymous phone number is 403-986-0017.

rehearsals from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Davenport Church of Christ (#68 Donlevy Ave.) For information, call David at 403-342-1318 or email crozsmit@telusplanet. net. Visit www.harmonizers.ca.

Love to sing? Hearts of Harmony, a chapter of Sweet Adelines International, is an a cappella chorus for women of all ages who love to sing and harmonize. Rehearsals are Monday nights from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Davenport Church of Christ (68 Donlevy Ave.) Join us any Monday night, you will be welcomed. Experience the joyful sound of four-part harmony with a group of wonderful women. For more information, call Nancy at 403-357-8240, or our director, Sheryl @403-7424218 or check out our web site at www.heartsofharmony.ca.

Learn to foxtrot, two-step, polka, waltz, and more. Town and Country Dance Club has started dance lessons. A Step Above Basic at

Fortress Lutheran Church, 51 Alford Ave. This 12-step program of recovery is for individuals experiencing difficulty with eating behaviours. No dues or fees. See www.oa.org, or phone Phyl at 403-347-4188.

The Red Deer Players Society meets weekly on Monday evenings from 7 to 9 p.m. (for the time being) at the Red Deer Culture Services Centre (3827 – 39th St.) This new and emerging theatre group invites anyone to join us and read plays, perform scenes or skits, work on improv and share ideas and generally have a bit of fun. We will be auditioning for the murder mystery and for the Christmas Pantomime during the summer holidays (so keep posted).

For more information, email Carole at cforhan@shaw.ca.

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tion call Fay 403-347-3248 or Clarice at 403-341-4351. There are also support groups in Rocky Mountain House and Stettler.

TOPS – Take off Pounds Sensibly – we meet every Monday in the basement of the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd. Weigh-in occurs between 6 and 6:45 p.m., program starts from 7 to 8 p.m. Drop in for a free evening or call Kathleen at 587-272-2727.

There seems to be support groups for just about anything these days, however when searching for a support group for widows and widowers five years ago, there was nothing in place...so a few of us started one. We meet twice a month. The first Friday of every month we meet at the Black Knight Inn at the restaurant at 6 p.m. for a chance to eat and socially engage. The third Friday of each month we meet at the First Christian Reformed

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a 12-step support group offering a solution for all forms of food addiction. No dues, fees or weigh-in. Central Alberta groups meet in Red Deer, Lacombe and Rimbey.

For locations and dates, call Joanne at 403-314-1972.

‘Friends Over 45’ is a group for ladies. Members may be new to the Red Deer area or have made a recent lifestyle change, or just wish to meet new friends. Our meetings are held at various restaurants in the Red Deer area. New members are welcome. For information please call Pat at 403-341-9606 or Heidi at 403-346-1718.

The Red Deer Art Club meets Thursdays at l p.m. at the Golden Circle. Individuals are welcome to drop in and participate in mini art classes. Drop in fee $1 applies. Phone Marianne at 403-986-2600 for information.

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New program helps offset Red Deer College fees Red Deer College has joined HigherEdPoints.com, a special program that will help students offset some of their school fees through rewards points from participating loyalty programs.

For example, students can now convert Aeroplan Miles into credits at HigherEdPoints which can be used to offset education fees.

RDC’s participation in the program

opens another door for students to manage tuition costs.

“Students across the country will tell you that every dollar counts. So we felt this was a great opportunity to help our students offset some of the costs tied to their investment,” explains Charity Tonkin, coordinator for RDC’s Student Funding and Awards.

Other participating post secondary in-

stitutions in Alberta include SAIT, the University of Lethbridge, Concordia University College of Alberta and Lethbridge College.

To promote the program, HigherEdPoints has launched a contest open to Red Deer College students, as well as students of other participating institutions.

The Found Money contest launched earlier this month. Entrants have the chance

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PUBLIC NOTICES Notice is hereby given that at its meeting to be held on Tuesday, August 19, 2014, the Council of Red Deer County will consider the following bylaw.

AMENDMENT TO LAND USE BYLAW 2006/6

A PUBLIC HEARING prior to further consideration of the proposed bylaw WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2014, at 1:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, in the Council Chambers, County Office, 38106 Rge Rd 275, Red Deer County, Alberta (west of Hwy 2 on 32 Street / C&E Trail Overpass).

The hearing will be conducted under the chairmanship of the County Mayor for the purpose of hearing comments on the proposed bylaw.

The hearing will be informal with persons wishing to speak being recognized through the Chair. Presenters will be requested to state their name and address for the record.

If you prefer to submit comments on this bylaw in writing, the information you provide may be made public, subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The public may inspect: - a copy of the amending bylaw - a copy of the Land Use Bylaw No. 2006/6 by visiting our website at www.rdcounty.ca or at the County office located at 38106 Rge Rd 275, Red Deer County, Alberta, during regular office hours 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MONDAY through FRIDAY.

DECISIONS OF THE DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY On the 28th day of July, 2014, under provisions of the Land Use Bylaw 2006/6, the Development Authority issued a decision approving the following application: Permitted Use MARKERVILLE 1.

Bylaw No. 2014/2.04 - to redesignate Pt SE 26 38-25 (0.81 ha / 2 acres) from Agricultural District “Ag” to Medium Industrial District “MI” as indicated below: The property is located approximately 3 miles west of the Town of Sylvan Lake on the north side of Hwy 11 between Rge Rds 21 and 22. The proposal will facilitate the construction of a rail spur line that will be used to serve a proposed storage facility located within the Medium Industrial parcel (CFR Chemicals) located directly west of this property.

The permitted and discretionary uses and other matters presently applicable to “Ag” and “MI” districts are contained in the Red Deer County Land Use Bylaw No. 2006/6

D. Rand – 6.21-metre front yard setback relaxation for an existing barn on Lot 1, Blk 1, Plan 142-3139, NE 36-36-2-5.

The Municipal Government Act provides that any person(s) may appeal a Discretionary Use approval within 14 days of the date of the decision being advertised by paying the required appeal fee and by filing an appeal in writing against the decision with the Red Deer County Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, 38106 Rge Rd 275, Red Deer County, Alberta. A Permitted Use approval may not be appealed unless the decision involves a relaxation, variance or misinterpretation of the Land Use Bylaw. For further information, contact Planning & Development Services at 403-350-2170.

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to win one of 10, $250 prizes to be drawn randomly.

The contest closes Sept. 30th. Details about the contest can be found at higheredpoints.studentlifenetwork.com.

For more information about the contest and the new savings opportunities now available to RDC students, visit www.higheredpoints.com.

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COUNCIL COMMITTEES / BOARDS RED DEER COUNTY invites letters of interest / applications from residents of Red Deer County who may be interested in sitting as a member at large on the following Council Boards: SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT APPEAL BOARD - This is a Quasi Judicial Board hearing appeals arising from Development and Subdivision Applications within the County. This five (5) member Board meets as required and the meetings are normally held on Thursdays during the day. Appointments to this Board are for a two-year term.

Members of this Board are also appointed as the members of the NUISANCE ABATEMENT COMMITTEE - this committee reviews and has discretion with regard to further action on any nuisance and unsightly condition complaints as per the conditions of the Nuisance Abatement Bylaw No. 2006/26.

INTERMUNICIPALSUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT APPEAL BOARD - This is a Quasi Judicial Board hearing appeals arising from Development and Subdivision Applications for properties located within the City of Red Deer and Red Deer County Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP) area. This seven (7) member Board meets as required and the meetings are held during the day on weekdays. Appointments to this Board are for a three year term.

RED DEER REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY - The Authority owns the Red Deer Airport and is responsible for the operation and maintenance of this facility. Red Deer County appoints six members to the 12-person Authority and is presently seeking applications for members with the appointments to be for a four-year term.

Experience in air transportation, industry, commerce, finance, administration, law or engineering would be an asset. Authority meetings are held once a month. Further information regarding the Airport Authority is available at www.flyreddeer.com Additional information regarding these Boards is available on the County’s website, www.rdcounty.ca General inquiries may be directed to Legislative Services at (403) 357 2366. Interested persons can forward letters of interest highlighting his/her qualifications by Friday, September 26, 2014, to Legislative Services Red Deer County 38106 Rge Rd 275 Red Deer County, AB T4S 2L9 Fax (403) 350-2164 e-mail cao@rdcounty.ca

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Former City resident is reunited with family

BY MARK WEBER Red Deer Express A reunion for a local family held a very special significance recently.

Former Red Deer resident Wayne Colban, 73, who now lives in Calgary, was reunited with his brothers after many years of searching for loved ones.

“I was just shocked,” said Colban. He said he feels a sense of fulfillment after finding his family and learning more about his own past. It’s not just connecting with brothers, but making new friends as well.

“I’ve got all their phone numbers,” he laughs.

A gathering was held this past spring in Red Deer, and it was the first time all the men were together since 1945, said Colban’s friend Jim Adamchick who had been helping him over the years in the search for his family.

“It’s been a wonderful, wonderful journey,” said Adamchick.

As for Colban, he’s still adjusting to the reality of finding so many members of his family. He said he’s enjoying keeping in touch with all of them, and he even visited brother Neil at his home in Maine.

For Neil, the gathering in Red Deer was an unexpected gift.

“There was a lot of joy.” He recalled hearing the news he had another sibling.

“I got a call from my brother Roger saying that we had another brother,” he said.

“He told me how Wayne had been searching for his roots and he would travel to different provinces and even to some of the United States. Every time he went anywhere, he would look in the phonebook to see if he could find a Colban.

“If he found one, he would call them and talk to them.”

He eventually asked Adamchick to help him out in his search. “So they started looking,” explained Neil. “They went back to Edmonton where he was born and looked through birth records.”

The eventually found the obituary of the brothers’ father, Gordon, which of course listed the surviving sons. “They then

called the oldest – Roger – and explained the whole situation to him.”

Neil said his father had gone to war in the fall of 1939.

“While dad was over there, he got a congratulatory note from the Canadian government about the birth of his son. And of course, he hadn’t been home, so it really caused quite a problem – when he came back home, he was filing for divorce.”

He headed out to the west coast. But during the divorce filings, the boys’ grandmother went out to see him and convinced him that he had four other sons that loved him very much despite what had happened with his wife.

“She had a good talk with him and he said, ‘Alright, let’s get the family back together’.”

The family reconnected with him.

Wayne, meanwhile, had been placed in foster care, and for about 20 years lived off and on at the Michener Centre as well.

“So when Wayne started searching, that’s when everything came to light about his relationship with the family.”

Needless to say, the brothers all wanted to meet Wayne as soon as they could.

Neil recalls calling him for the first time and introducing himself. “That was very exciting. Very exciting for me to have another brother,” he said.

As mentioned, arrangements were soon made for Wayne to visit Neil in Maine.

“We had a wonderful four days and it didn’t seem like there was a moment when we hadn’t known each other, which is really, really good.”

Another brother, Murray, who lives near Red Deer, said meeting Wayne was indeed a fantastic experience.

“The reunion was quite exciting because all the brothers were there, and their wives.”

He remembered the moment when Wayne came into the gathering. “We all stood and applauded.”

An unexpected sense of completion is now a reality.

“We are all together.”

Thank You To

Our Donors!

RDC CONTINUES TO RAISE FUNDS FOR STUDENT SUPPORT, PROGRAMS AND FACILITIES. These are just some of RDC’s supporters who are helping us reach our goals and serve our communities better:

APEGA Education Foundation Cash Casino Cenovus Energy Inc. Collicutt Energy Services Ltd. David M. Manning Professional Corporation D.J. Will Holdings Limited/David Will Edmonton Community Foundation EZ Core Ltd. Follett of Canada G.M. Pharmacy Services Inc. Gord Scott Nissan Inc. Hex-Hut Shelter Systems HSBC Investors Group Manulife Financial OnX Enterprise Solutions Red Deer & District Community Foundation Red Deer Curling Classic Fundraiser Scott Builders Inc. Spartan Controls

TD Insurance Meloche Monnex Tervita Corporation TOMCO Production Services True-Line Contracting Ltd. Uncle Ben’s RV & Auto A. Lynn Biluk Alice Ho Alison J. McMullen Christopher Rickards & Donna Purcell David Ho Estate of B.A. Snider Estate of G. Harold Dawe Estate of Peter Raffa Jim Ulrich Kim Schumacher Kirk & Lisa Kelley Ronald Kostyniuk Ron Rowbotham

editor@reddeerexpress.com

The continued growth of RDC hinges on significant investments from government, as well as major commitments from community partners, corporations, foundations and individual donors and philanthropists.

Dedicated to fulfilling the intent and purpose of each donation, RDC honors its donors who are integral to meeting the needs of our learners.

Over the past few years, private supporters have committed more than $20 million to RDC, helping to expand our programs, our student support and our facilities. As we celebrate our 50th anniversary, we remain committed to building relationships with our donors and partners to increase the sustainable support for RDC students, programs and facilities.

REUNION – Former Red Deer resident Wayne Colban (fourth from left), enjoyed reuniting with his brothers Roger, Murray, Neil and Brian during a get-together in Red Deer this past spring.

Wayne had been searching for family members for years and the gathering marked a special time photo submitted of reconnecting with family.

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Volunteer opportunities in Central Alberta For more information about volunteering in Central Alberta or if you are an organization or an event needing volunteers, visit Volunteer Central at www.

volunteercentral.ca, email info@volunteercentral.ca or call 403-346-3710.

Canadian Diabetes Association will be holding

the ‘Lace Up with Team Diabetes 3 or 5 km walk or run’ on Oct. 4th. Volunteers are needed to join the planning committee or volunteer on the day of the event.

Contact Helen Robertson at 403-346-4631.

cruiting volunteers to work bingo shifts for the positions of chair, paymaster, card cash controller and card sellers. Contact Janice Fogarty at 403-342-0448 or email jfogarty@alzheimer. ab.ca.

Central Alberta AIDS Network Society (CAANS) is looking for a volunteer to assist with data entry. Contact Aisley Miles at 403-346-8858.

CNIB is looking for volunteers to work evening Bingos 4:30–9:30 p.m. up to one per month. Contact Wody at 403-346-0037 or wody.bergquist@cnib.ca.

Lending Cupboard is looking for volunteers to provide customer service to clients and to help clean the medical equipment.

Contact Audrey at 403-3561678 x 22 or email audrey. lendingcupboard@shaw.ca.

Red Deer Food Bank has volunteer opportunities at our Fundraising events. Contact Alice at 403-342-5355.

Tour of Alberta 2014 will take place on Sept. 4th, volunteers are required for a variety of positions for the day of the race and a few volunteers for the day before the race. Contact Wendy Cawson at 403-3477285 or email wcawson@ telus.net.

SASKATOON SEASON - It’s Saskatoon season and they are ready by the bucket load at Denise Bott’s, of Bott’s Berry Farm, stand at the Downtown Farmer’s Market held every Wednesday on Little Gaetz Ave. from 4-7 p.m.

Kerry Wood Nature Centre and Waskasoo Environment Educational Society are looking to recruit volunteers to help with occasional special events. We offer a friendly supportive working environment and somewhat flexible hours!

Contact Marg at 403-3462010 or email marg.harper@waskasoopark.ca.

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Adult Literacy Program at the Dawe Library is looking for volunteer tutors to assist students with reading, writing and speaking English or basic math skills. Students are from all walks of life and from many countries. Contact Lois Prostebby at 403-3462533 or email lprostebby@ rdpl.org.

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Canadian Cancer Society is seeking leadership volunteers to organize and implement annual special events. For more information call the Society at 403347-3662 or email reddeer@ cancer.ab.ca.

Canadian Mental Health Association is looking for volunteers to help out at the Bargain Treasures thrift shop, various roles available. Contact Terri McIntosh at 403-3422266 or email tmcintosh@ reddeer.cmha.ab.ca.

Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF) is looking for mentors to help a young entrepreneur (18-39) get their start-up business off the ground.

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Central Alberta Refugee Effort (C.A.R.E.) is recruiting for a variety of programs including

Central Alberta Victim & Witness Support Society needs crisis support workers to provide services 24/7 free of charge. Training will be provided. This is a flexible volunteer opportunity with on-call shifts available - days, evenings and weekends. For more information or to request a volunteer application form please contact admin@victimsupport.ca or 403-8853355.

CNIB is looking for a passionate person who would be interested in being a vision mate, to be matched with someone with vision loss in your area to help with everyday activities like running errands and going for a walk.

Training would be provided. Must be physically able to walk for up to an hour at a time. Contact Wody 403-346-0037 or email wody. bergquist@cnib.ca.

Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre is currently looking for volunteers to help with our Supportive Transportation Program as we provide transportation to clients who need to go to medical appointments and to clients who attend lunch on Wednesdays at the Golden Circle. Contact Diane at 403-343-6074 ext. 108.

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ENTERTAINMENT Master musicians featured at annual Jazz at the Lake Event runs Aug. 14-17 with shows at venues around Sylvan Lake There’s a top-notch line-up for this year’s rendition of the 12th annual Jazz at the Lake Festival, which will be held from Aug. 1417 in Sylvan Lake.

Jack Semple, who performs Aug. 16th, plays with the soul and fire of a Mississippi Delta blues man.

He has spent decades honing his craft and establishing himself as one of North America’s premier guitar virtuosos. His CD In the Blue Light won a 2013 Western Canadian Music Award for Best Blues Recording.

“IT’S IMPORTANT TO BRING MUSIC TO THE COMMUNITY, AND THE COMMUNITY HAS REALLY EMBRACED THE FESTIVAL.” ERIC ALLISON He launched his career playing with Regina-based bands, and later relocated to Toronto in the late 1980s to become the lead guitarist of The Lincolns, a popular funk and rhythm and blues band.

He left the band after two years and returned to Regina to pursue a solo career and to spend more time with his family.

He commenced a career that has resulted in the release of 10 albums. In 1992, he also came to national prominence through winning the MuchMusic ‘Guitar Wars’ contest.

Semple has been twice nominated, in 1999 and 2000, for a Gemini Award for his soundtrack work on the television series Incredible Story Studio. He also won a Juno award in 1991 for Best Roots Recording. He has won two Western Canadian Music Awards for Qu’Appelle and In the Blue Light.

He continues to perform as a solo artist and with The Jack Semple Band across Canada.

Meanwhile, event organizers

Eric Allison and Cheryl Fisher have lined up more than 100 international, national, provincial and local musicians to perform throughout the event.

“One of our goals is always to make jazz accessible to people, so we work hard to bring in a variety of highly-talented musicians, at a reasonable price for the audience,” says Allison.

“It’s important to bring music to the community, and the community has really embraced the festival.”

Audiences will be treated to 14 events held at locations throughout Sylvan Lake. With everything from free outdoor performances to the Friday and Saturday night headliners, there will be swinging and sultry jazz for everyone to enjoy.

This year’s line-up includes the aforementioned Semple, international jazz legends Tuck and Patti and local favourites Johnny Summers, The Alberta Playboys and Caravana, among others.

The Johnny Summers Little Big Band, which performs Aug. 14th, is an eight-piece ensemble with a smoking horn section that has been the featured band by public demand for the last eight consecutive years at the festival kickoff Swing Dance.

Summers is a multi-faceted musician, trumpet player, vocalist, arranger and bandleader. He recently won the Global Music Award for Best Male Vocalist.

Tuck and Pattie perform Aug. 15th.

Tuck Andress is a world-class guitarist, but he’s also imbued with the rare gift of good taste.

His musical partner and wife, Patti Cathcart is a soulful and inventive jazz stylist and among the best scat singers since Ella Fitzgerald.

On Aug. 17th, The Caravana Gypsy Quartet is slated to perform.

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The Alberta Playboys perform Aug. 17th. Flashy guitar licks played by Aaron Young, swingin’ beats brushed on skins by drummer Jon May, virtuoso melodies bowed by fiddler Jonathan Lewis and thumpy bass notes woofed

by Jason Valleau on upright bass creates the province’s super group: The Alberta Playboys.

The Beatles Bash runs Aug. 16th.

With 2014 marking the 50th anniversary of the Beatles’ only appearance on Canada’s west coast, Jazz at the Lake is celebrating the occasion by presenting a Beatles Bash 50th Anniversary Tribute.

The ‘Gala Under the Stars’ runs Aug. 17th, and will feature a group of guests who will return

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to the heyday of Las Vegas in the 50s and the 60s when the Rat Pack was king. Held at the Meadowlands Golf Course in the big tent under the stars, this dinner, dance and silent auction event hopes to raise $10,000 towards the continuation of Jazz At The Lake, its performances and programs.

Another highlight this year will be ‘Project Discovery’, a provincially-recognized performance program.

Through this project, students get to play in the festival and learn from Semple.

“This program is so important, because students get a chance to learn and gain confidence while doing something that they love,” said Fisher. “For some, it’s their

first time performing on stage, and they’re just thrilled to have an audience.”

Program participants include winners from Alberta Kiwanis Festivals and from the Sylvan Lake Celebration of Music, as well as local students who are considered especially talented by their schools and teachers.

“In the past, we’ve seen unbelievable things from students as young as six or seven years old.

“These young musicians can really break your heart - and bring the house down.”

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Monster X Tour coming this weekend monster truck show before it is certainly something you need to cross off your bucket list.”

Complete with the option to purchase a $5 pit party pass when buying tickets, attendees can attend a pre-show party in the driver’s pit.

Monster X invites all local quad racers to sign up for the event for their chance to take home cash prizes, too. Those wishing to register for the Quad Wars should contact Jim by calling 514-324-9504.

Attendees also have the choice of purchasing VIP passes for $25 which includes a pit pass, or a general admission ticket for $20. Pit party passes can be purchased for an additional $5 with the pit parties starting each night an hour and a half before each show.

Two performances will also be held Saturday with gates opening and pit parties starting at noon and the show starting at 1:30 p.m. then again later in the evening with gates opening and pit parties starting at 6 p.m. and the last performance beginning at 7:30 p.m.

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BY JENNA SWAN Red Deer Express The high-energy show that is the Monster X Tour is set to hit Westerner Park Aug. 8-9th for three shows of ‘monster truck mayhem’.

Boasting a monster truck lineup with drivers such as Rock Star, California Kid, Mega Merc, Identity Theft and Ironman, the company has been providing family fun for over 25 years. Run by Monster Truck Entertainment, which officials say is the fastest growing monster truck company in the industry since its inception in 2007, the show is packed with adrenaline.

The combination of owner Danny Torgerson’s knowledge of the industry and his team’s decades of experience equal an event that is unparalleled to any other in the market today.

“We’ve received a great response from the community this far, and we just want Red Deer to come out and experience the show firsthand,” explained Nikki Zimmerman, director of media and public relations for Monster Truck Entertainment.

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Prime Stock Theatre marks 20th anniversary with cabaret Prime Stock Theatre is celebrating 20 years of theatre by launching the ‘Prime Stock Cabaret – The Suite Life’ (a musical revue).

Performances run at the Scott Block Theatre downtown, with preview night tickets $20 on Aug. 20th at 7:30 p.m. Performances tickets are $25 each for Aug. 21st at 7:30 p.m., Aug. 22nd at 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. and Aug. 23rd at 7:30 p.m. Organizers hope to see the event become an annual fundraiser for the Society.

A cabaret, in this sense, is a collection of song and dance numbers from musical theatre shows and popular music, in a setting where people can enjoy a drink with friends and an unapologetically fun evening in the theatre, organizers say. The songs can be strung together with a theme - which this year will be urban living: The Suite Life.

Prime Stock Theatre Co. Society is a professional live theatre society based in Red Deer and serving the Central Alberta region.

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While the world considers him a popular demigod, and he is something of a celebrity, there are nasty rumours that he murdered his wife and three children.

The king of Thrace (John Hurt) hires him and his band of professional fighters to put down ferocious rebels in a civil war.

Our hero carries the day in some action-packed but surprisingly gore-free battles. They may be the best thing in the movie. However, it turns out the Thracian king has another agenda and Herc and his crew have more battles to fight. While the movie’s plot is simple and the acting and dialogue are somewhat wooden, it

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also displays an enjoyable sense of humour. Some of the best lines come from Ian McShane, who plays one of Hercules’ buddies and sees his forthcoming death in a battle.

The effects are often hokey, but those battle scenes are well done. It’s not an outstanding sword and sandal movie, but in a comic book sort of way, Hercules is fun to watch.

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The goal is also to have graduates of local high school drama departments and the Red Deer College performance and live production programs to have work available to them in Red Deer - and not all have to continually move to larger cities to pursue them.

Meanwhile, The Suite Life is being directed by Lynda Adams with musical direction by Morgan McKee and choreography by Elisa Nixon. The production has been designed by Patrick Beagan and it’s being stage managed by Marnie Rath. The cast includes Chantel Huchison, Andres Moreno, Dan Vasquez, Nevada Banks and Jennifer Engler with special guests each evening.

There will also be a cash bar and the performances contain mature content.

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The superiority of compound vs. isolation exercise Get ready for some fitness science today.

In order to get great results for our clients at the gym we not only have to work hard but we need to work smart.

Today, we are going to chat about the benefits of using compound movements over isolating movements in exercise routines.

A compound exercise in the world of fitness constitutes a full body movement, which typically engages at least two joints and demands a large amount of energy.

Compound movements then, would engage more muscles during one repetition than an isolating exercise. This would create an increased response of the nervous system on the acting muscles, inhibiting greater results. Compound movements also mean you work your stabilizing muscles to a much greater extent. Overall a compound movement can help develop more athleticism and control in one’s body.

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Part of the reason for this is determined by the number of muscle fibers that your body is activating, and the hormones this stress releases.

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The efficiency of this workout and demand of this workout work hand in hand.

By simplifying your training routine you’ll free up time to work on other crucial aspects of fitness, including your cardiovascular health, your flexibility and other recovery techniques.

Compound exercises are absolutely fantastic but like all other exercise techniques and programs, it means nothing without proper nutrition, sleep and overall recovery.

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Salt: could too much cause autoimmune disease?

What comes crashing down with excessive salt? Dr Stephen Havas, professor of epidemiology at the University of Maryland says, “The number of deaths from excess salt is equivalent to a commuter jet crashing every day in the U.S.”

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JONES During a recent visit to the Harvard Medical School, I also learned that too much salt may be causing autoimmune diseases such as Type 1 diabetes, multiple sclerosis, Crohn’s Disease and psoriasis.

For years doctors have linked excessive amounts of salt to high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. Dietary guidelines suggest no more than 1,500 milligrams (mgs) of salt daily. But the majority of North Americans consume a whopping 4,000 mgs daily.

Studies show that one in two North Americans over the age of 65 suffers from hypertension. Moreover, the massive Framingham study in the U.S. reported that, at age 75, nine out of 10 people have high blood pressure.

A high salt diet has also been linked to the risk of stomach cancer. Salty foods may affect the stomach lining making it easier for the bacterium, H pylori, a cause of stomach ulcers and cancer, to infect tissues. And too much salt has been proven to increase the amount of calcium excretion in the urine. Calcium is removed from bone

and increases the risk of bone fractures.

During an alumni meeting at The Harvard Medical School in Boston, Dr. Vijay K. Kuchroo, professor of neurology and an expert in immunology, reported that a high salt diet may increase the risk of autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis, Type 1 diabetes and psoriasis.

Autoimmune diseases occur when the body’s immune system, the TH17 cells that normally help the body clear infections, start to attack normal cells.

It’s as if soldiers, rather that shooting the enemy, suddenly decided to shoot themselves.

But the big question asked by Dr. Kuchroo is why there’s been such an increase in autoimmune disease.

For instance, according to the American Diabetes Association, Type 1 diabetes increased 23% between 2001 and 2009. The incidence of psoriasis has also doubled. And according to Dr. Kuchroo pediatric multiple sclerosis, virtually unheard of 20 years ago, is now being seen more and more.

So how could an increased intake of salt trigger autoimmune disease? Researchers discovered that mice, with the gene SGK1, were predisposed to developing a form of multiple sclerosis when fed a high salt diet. But mice without the gene, when fed the same diet, showed a lesser form of the disease.

Other researchers at Yale University performed experiments on human immune cells and mice and found the same results.

Dr. Kuchroo says more research is needed, but the solution may be due to

the SGK1 gene present in the gastrointestinal tract and kidney, which helps to regulate absorption of salt.

So will hiding the saltshaker on the table make a difference in developing rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease and other autoimmune problems? It may be that some people have a genetic susceptibility to these diseases so it’s prudent to limit salt intake.

Remember what I’ve said in the past, that too much of anything is rarely a good idea. This is why one study showed that those who frequent fast food restaurants had elevated levels of TH17 cells, the ones that attack their own normal cells.

Today excessive salt intake has become a way of life. Restaurant meals and packaged foods are loaded with salt. But don’t hold your breath waiting for TV ads to warn about the dangers of excessive salt. Pharmaceutical companies make billions warning us about the hazards of cholesterol. But there’s no pill to correct this salty problem.

Rather, you have to be a smart shopper and read labels.

Dr. Kuchroo’s talk brought back many memories for me. It was 68 years ago that I sat in the same amphitheater listening to my first lecture at The Harvard Medical School.

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Football player lands in Kuwait for World Championship

BY JIM CLAGGETT Red Deer Express Play football. See the world. A branch of the military used that slogan once upon a time but football wasn’t part of the hook.

For Red Deer’s Joe McQuay however, it’s the scenario which played out for him, playing football for the U-19 Team Canada squad and visiting places like Arlington, Texas, Milan, Italy and Kuwait within the span of several weeks.

The loss against the United States in Texas wasn’t the outcome the team was looking for and the same could be said for McQuay as he wasn’t picked to be on the roster headed overseas for the World Championship in Kuwait.

“The list came out and I wasn’t on the list so I figured, ok, it was a great experience,” said the recent graduate of Notre Dame High School.

But then he received a phone call which

changed his summer plans slightly. A player on the national team roster was injured and he was added to the team.

“I was actually up in Edmonton with the Golden Bears workout and they called my house and my mom called me and she said ‘Joe, what are you doing this weekend?’ and I said not too much and then she said ‘Well, let’s go to Kuwait’.”

Training camp for the team was in Milan for six days of two-a-day practices in temperatures reaching the low 30s Celsius.

“We didn’t get to see much of Italy,” said the six ft. six-inch, 260 lb offensive lineman who went through the ranks of Red Deer Minor football and is a graduate of the Notre Dame high school system. “We just called it a business trip so just practice, eat and sleep.”

While the location changed, the weather didn’t cool off as the players stepped off the plane at 7 a.m. and into a blast furnace of 38C.

“That was a struggle but it was really nice because our hotel was a five star hotel because the Prince of Kuwait covered all of the fees for the tournament.”

The Prince is apparently very interested in growing the game in his country and there was a local team entered in the tournament but Canada wasn’t such a polite guest, thrashing the Kuwati team 91-0.

“We couldn’t do anything (about the score),” said McQuay.

“We’d run a play and then we’d score.

We pulled back as much as we could without actually quitting.”

The Kuwati players were game to keep going but the level of their play was much closer to a Bantam program or maybe a lesser high school program and not close to the international game, he said.

On a personal level, McQuay says it really helped him with his outlook on the game, being the youngest player on the team and it was some good preparation for

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when he steps onto the field this fall at the University of Alberta.

He added, the speed of the game and the strength of the older players was a real eye-opener.

“It was also different because we were playing American rules while we were over there so there is no yard on the line,” he said. But he prefers the Canadian game more.

This was the last time he will be ageeligible for the international game but there is a push to get football into the Summer Olympics so he might get to wear the maple leaf another time but for now he’ll cherish this lasting memory.

“Representing my country was something I loved doing. It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and my goal when I was over there was to seize the moment and I think I did winning a silver medal.”

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Coyote Creek looking to expand

BY JIM CLAGGETT Red Deer Express Coyote Creek Golf and RV Resort near Sundre has been in operation for almost 10 years and presents a solid challenge for any level of player.

But the 2013 golf season may have been the biggest obstacle the golf course itself faced with flooding on more than a dozen holes putting the brakes on the season.

Things shutdown on June 20th when the Red Deer River paid a visit to the golf course and left behind a calling card in the form of water and heavy silt.

“Every hole on the Deer nine had some damage on it and there were a few holes on Coyote as well and there were a few holes that were fine,” said head professional Dean McBride.

“Luckily when we opened the course this spring it wintered really well. Unless you knew what

you were looking for you wouldn’t even know that it flooded here.”

The flooding put a crimp in the summer plans of many people at Coyote Creek but through hard work of the staff and some members, the course reopened on 18 holes Aug. 9th to host an interclub tournament.

But the past winter with all the snow in the mountains, residents and members of the resort were on pins and needles waiting to see if there would be a repeat performance.

The course escaped Mother Nature’s wrath this spring but just in case there is a repeat, there are plans to mitigate any flooding in the future.

“There is funding in place, the government is putting in a berm west of us here that is going to protect us down the road,” said McBride. “I’m not sure of the status of that but the good news is that we’re back at it and we’re fully recovered.”

Not only is Coyote Creek back on its feet, the course is moving forward in order to enhance the experience at this very playable golf course.

Drawings are on the table to build a 3,600 sq. ft. clubhouse and transform the current building into a pro shop and offices, said McBride.

“With the new building being kind of all restaurant we will still have a tournament tent facility so as not to disrupt the day-to-day operations of the clubhouse.”

McBride says he hopes the planned berm will ease the threat of flooding and in the meantime he’s pleased to see operations back to normal.

“To see it rolling again, to see people smiling again, out golfing again, just enjoying themselves as opposed to what was happening a year ago at the this time - that’s a great thing for us.” sports@reddeerexpress.com

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NFL’s culture of entitlement I have no problem with professional sports personalities claiming they are role models for young boys and girls when it comes to how they train and play a sport.

When you see players like Derek Jeter, Tim Duncan, Patrice Bergeron or an Anthony Calvillo go through a career and not have a huge scandal associated with them, well that is impressive.

Yes, you will get some athletes who mess things up and pay a price but rarely is the price anywhere near what the crime was.

Case in point - Ray Rice of the Baltimore Ravens beats his wife into an unconscious state and drags her from an elevator.

He gets a two-game paid vacation and a stern talking to by the NFL commish who says, presumably with a straight face, his behavior is not consistent

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Uh, Mr. Commisioner, you need to take a closer look at your league. When people mockingly describe the NFL as the National Felon League, they may be closer to the mark than they realize.

Two games for domestic violence is the going rate in the NFL? It is most certainly a head scratcher but it does fall in line with other American sports decisions of late.

An ESPN announcer got silenced for a week after he essentially claimed Rice’s wife provoked the incident

and should shoulder some of the blame. Yeah, digest that one for awhile.

If the NFL really wants to send a message about an issue, any issue, then take a stance and forget about how much money you might lose when a high profile player shoots himself in the foot.

Of course, that actually happened and even though the player missed his foot with his gun he paid a price handed down by the law and not the league.

They just hitched a ride with the time off from the game.

Take the gloves off and stop cultivating the culture of entitlement the NFL has hanging around its neck. This latest incident is proof the league has no intention of cleaning up its backyard and now the litter is right on the front lawn.

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Lacombe golfer wins tour event Jeremy Rietze, 18, of Lacombe was dressed up like a million dollars on July 23rd in Olds at a stop on the McLennan Ross Junior Tour, presented by Crowe MacKay. Rietze and Jacob Thomas of Edmonton Country Club battled it out over the immaculate fairways and slick, sloping greens of the Olds Central Highlands Golf Club.

Rietze broke out of the gate like Usain Bolt, going four under par through his first seven holes, but after a mid-round streak of three consecutive bogies and some fine play by Thomas, Rietze found himself two shots back of Thomas with only a few holes to go.

Still down a shot on their last hole, the tough 392- yard par four 12th, Rietze went clutch by rolling in a 15-ft. downhill speeder for birdie to force a sudden victory playoff after both players tied with one under par at 71.

Earl Grey’s Peter Slade narrowly missed making it a three-way playoff, finishing one shot back in solo third on even-par 72.

Rietze and Thomas returned to the 527yard par-5 18th hole for the playoff, and Rietze made another pressure putt, sinking a

10-footer for birdie to earn his first suddendeath playoff win and also secure a spot in the field for the season-ending Tour Championship coming up at Wolf Creek Golf Resort on Aug. 25th.

Thomas also qualified for Wolf Creek and they will be joined by Carter Graf of Red Deer (82) from the flight for boys born in 2000 and later, along with Wild Card qualifiers Curtis Reynolds (80) of the PPC and Justin Loro (79) of Country Hills.

Another solid field of 11 junior girls was on hand as well, but the end result was much like many of the tour events so far this summer.

Clare McMahon of Balmoral continued her fine play with a bounce-back round of 7-over par 80. McMahon had stumbled early in her round with a 44 on her front 9, but rebounded beautifully with an even-par 36 on her back nine for the 80.

The long-hitting McMahon finished three shots clear of Innisfail’s Courtney Dickson, with Annabelle Aykroyd of Silver Springs and Alicia Easthope of Sandpiper tied for third on 84.

Dickson and Aykroyd snagged the two Tour Championship spots up for grabs.

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Melding old and new styles for décor perfection I have just returned from a reunion with some college girlfriends and we reunited at a lovely private home in Oyama B.C. The mixture of modern elements and roosters waking you up at 6 a.m. was delightful to me as I took in every inch of this restored rancher.

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Everything was completely matched yet completely unique and it has made me stop and think about how I decorate.

Have I gotten too safe and am I willing to break out of my comfort zone?

Sometimes it takes travel to revive your creativity and help you view things in a different light. One inspiring thing this homeowner did was to take antique dressers and side boards and have them fitted with

Kim

MECKLER custom granite tops for bathroom fixtures.

The rich wood and classic dentil details were the perfect juxtaposition to the polished stone tops and chrome taps. The blending of old and new in her home was bold and gutsy and it looked absolutely perfect and makes me think that maybe we need to dig deeper when it comes to products for our home.

Possibly brand new isn’t always the best way to go.

Also this house was the perfect blend of hard contemporary edges and warm, rich elements.

Too often when a client decides on con-

temporary it turns into an all or nothing approach.

This home was able to blend the modern greys, chrome and polished elements with the warmth and hominess of wood, cork, leather and cozy chenille and grey flannel furniture.

The blending of grey and cool with brown and warm was refreshing and inspiring and I can’t wait to try this concept out on one of my next spec homes!

It is a delicate balance to successfully combine farm house meets Manhattan loft but when it is pulled off it is one of the homiest and sophisticated interiors you can imagine.

Merging soft fabrics and textures with polished features still allows for comfort while being surrounded by furniture and pillows that make you want to snuggle in and watch the sunset. Despite this home having four (yes four) living rooms, the hostess still had closets full of large sheep-

skin and cowhide floor pillows inviting us to toss and lounge in any area of the house – I refrained from reclining in the kitchen as I would have been underfoot.

So, even if you have a hard core contemporary style, don’t be afraid to blend those down home accents into your life.

A wire basket of eggs and a glass picture of sun tea warming on the window ledge will wrap your guests in that homey feeling better than an egg carton and a frozen can of lemonade!

Bake up some homemade muffins and place them in a wicker tray lined with a cheery red tea cloth and while you are at it, shake up some homemade butter.

The pioneer in you may surprise and delight and I know it will enchant your friends and family as you carve time out of your busy lives to get back to the basics of entertaining.

Kim Meckler is an interior designer in Red Deer with Carpet Colour Centre.

HOMES & LIVING

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Navigating the mortgage world with new Canadians Let me be the first to say welcome to Canada.

We are pretty darn proud of this amazing country and we know you will love it too.

Pam

PIKKERT Now that you have successfully navigated the immigration process, your thoughts have likely turned to owning your own home.

The mortgage lenders and insurers have come up with a few way to help you do this as soon as possible. That being said, it is a special program so there are a few things you should know.

Borrower qualifications for all new to Canada programs - you must have

immigrated or relocated to Canada within the last 60 months. You must also have three months minimum full time employment in Canada and you must have a valid work permit or obtained landed immigrant status.

A full 5% of the down payment must come from your own resources, and all your debts outside of Canada will be included in your affordability ratios.

We cannot use a guarantor, and you must pay Canadian taxes. Also, documentation requirements for all New to Canada applications are required as are valid work permits or verification of landed immigrant status.

Income verification includes down payment verification, purchase and sale agreement with 10% or more down and a letter of reference from a recognized financial institution or six months of bank statements from your primary account.

With less than 10% down you must have an international credit report demonstrating a strong history, two alternative sources of credit demonstrating timely payments, such as a letter from your landlord after 12 months stating you have never been late, a 12-month history of another alternative source such as your insurance, utilities or cell phone.

Here in Canada, our mortgage lenders are willing to proceed with mortgage financing to people who have less than 20% down.

All of these mortgages must be insured through the insurers and this is a cost that you will have to pay. It is added onto your mortgage loan so it is not an upfront expense. Legal fees can be up to $2,000, title insurance ($249 plus taxes), appraisal fees $350, and property taxes owing to the current owner. It will be calculated by

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your lawyer. Given the more stringent guidelines for the New to Canada borrower, I would highly recommend that you start the process well in advance.

A letter from a bank in another country can take up to three weeks to arrive if their regulations do not allow it to be faxed or emailed.

Or maybe you are here ahead of your spouse? In that case we may be required to obtain spousal consent which is legally prepared. Again the delay can be lengthy.

The CMHC web site offers information in a variety of languages on all of this information to help you

understand your rights and obligations and as always a qualified mortgage professional is invaluable to help you navigate the tricky world of Canadian mortgages.

Pam Pikkert is a mortgage broker with Dominion Lending Centre - Regional Mortgage Group in Red Deer.

Tips for summer entertaining The backyard in summer is everything to a host. It’s the bar, a restaurant, living room and the centre of fun and activities.

If you’re inviting your friends and family over for cocktail hour or for a casual barbecue, here are some helpful tips to throw the ultimate bash: Grill creatively: not all guests are meat and potato salad kind of people. Use the grill creatively for items like pineapple and shrimp skewers, tilapia fillets or even pizza. That way, the variety of choices becomes friendly for all guests, and keeps the indoor stove and kitchen space clean.

Make a playlist: nothing can ruin a party like the stop and start of a song. Make guests feel at ease by creating a playlist or streaming from a site that creates party playlists for you. This will keep the vibe of the party going and help set the mood.

Loud music is great to kick-off, whereas classical music is a good way hint to guests

that it may be time to head for home.

Find the right design: whatever your backyard looks like, outdoor entertainment is as easy as picking a guest list, and adding a few decorations. Whether it’s a party on a condo balcony, or a backyard bash, be sure to decorate the space so that guests enter the environment in a seamless way.

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For up-to-date photos & details, please check our website: rbauction.com/realestate Owner – Wilf Dunne: 403.350.0714

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Ritchie Bros. Territory Manager – Jerry Hodge: 780.706.6652 800.491.4494

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Broker – Muller Realty Inc.

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Sporting Goods

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Beautiful gun, like new, $1,500. (403)843-6007

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Grain, Feed Hay

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

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Please call Main Office for details. 403-317-1365 HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola.

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HEALTH CREW, PEN CHECKERS. Immediate permanent full-time positions available.

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BOULEVARD Restaurant & Lounge Gasoline Alley, 37471 Hwy 25, Red Deer County is seeking Cook $14.00/hr.

To prepare and cook all food up to standard, clean kitchen and maintain hygiene, follow recipes, assist in receiving and storing.

Kitchen Helper $11.00/hr.

To clean kitchen following safety and hygiene standards.

Clean utensils, cutlery, crockery and glassware items.

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All positions are permanent, Full-time/Part-time, shift work & Weekends.

Education: Above Secondary Work experience not essential, training provided.

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HOLIDAY INN Red Deer South Gasoline Alley, 37471 Hwy 25, Red Deer County is seeking Front Desk Clerk $14.00/hr.

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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS Red Deer 2803 - 50 Avenue, Red Deer is seeking Front Desk Clerk $14.00/hr.

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