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‘What a win’ - Susan Samson is congratulated as she celebrates the news Sylvan Lake has long been waiting for — urgent care is finally coming to town. See story on pages 2 and 3.

STUART FULLARTON

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- Four-yearold Kolton Tarry enjoys an ice cream cone while soaking up the warm spring sun on Lakeshore Drive Tuesday afternoon.

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Sylvan Lake receives long-awaited urgent care confirmation STUART FULLARTON SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

Innisfail-Sylvan Lake MLA Kerry Towle discusses the province’s urgent care announcement with a small crowd of gatherers at the Sylvan Lake Library on Monday afternoon.

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Wednesday, March 25 - Sylvan Lake Saturday, April 4 - Easter Egg Hunt at the Seniors Bus to Argyll Casino in Edmonton, Library. Don’t miss your chance to sign up leaves at 8:30 a.m. For information, phone for this hoppin’ event! Stories, crafts and Joan at 403-887-7614. snacks, followed by an Easter Egg Hunt in Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28 the Library, 1-2 p.m. Call the Library at - 3-on-3 Fun Cross Ice Hockey Tournament, 403-887-2130 to register. All ages welFree Family Fight Like Mike Night at the come.

Community Centre. Visit Sylvan Lake Tuesday, April 7website - Central Alberta Council Minor Hockey online for details. on Aging general meeting at Golden Circle Friday, April 24 - Around the World with Resource Centre p.m. in Red 9 a.m. Inn Guest CARE, 5-10:30 at Deer, the Holiday on speakers and Linda Tierman, GasolineChad Alley.Ganske Experience international representatives of the Office of theexciting Public cuisine, live entertainment and Guardian.

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There isRefugee a $3 charge. ist. The Central Alberta Effort Contact at 403-343-0767.

(CARE) Shirley is holding this event to raise funds Saturday, April 18 Maritime Bash, a for much needed support services for Newfoundland immigrants andEvening, refugeespresented who settle by in Sylvan Lake Legion.

Featuring steak and Central Alberta.

Tickets $100 aper person, lobster Newfie or $750dinner, for tablean of 8.authentic Contact kerri.wilkie@care2centre.ca or 403-346-8818.

Screech In, The Atlantic Storm Band, and Elvis and Johnny impersonators.

Saturday, April 25 Cash - Shalom Counselling Tickets per person at the Center $60 Spring Dessert available Gala featuring Legion, 4916 50 Ave., Sylvan Lake.

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ProceedsLake to cover of counselling for Sylvan AA cost meetings take place individuals7:30 and families, Tuesdays pm Lions403-342-0339.

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Ave. Narcotics Anonymous meetings Thursday nights 7:30 pm Sylvan Lake Bethany Care, 4700 Ave. Centre: Mondays - Wii At the47th Seniors bowling; Tuesdays - Exercise Class, Dropin Crib, Drop-in Whist and other games; At the Seniors- Centre: Mondays Wii Wednesdays lunches, Bible -study, bowling; Tuesdays - Exercise Class,- DropBeginner art classes; Fridays Yoga, in Crib, Drop-in and and otherfoot games; forums, bridge. Whist Bus trips care Wednesdays lunches, Bible study, clinics.

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Beginner art classes; Fridays - Yoga, Mondays - Toastmasters Sylvan’s Slick forums, bridge. Bus trips and foot care Speakers meeting at Sylvan Lake Alliance clinics. For more information, call 403Church, 4404 47 Ave. from 7-8:15 pm.

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Club is open to everyone wishing to Mondays - Toastmasters Sylvan’s Slick improve communication and leadership Speakers meeting at Sylvan Lake Alliance skills. Call Ian Oostindie 403-887-0968.

Church, 4404 47 Ave. from 7-8:15 pm.

Tuesdays - Taoisttotaieveryone chi. New wishing class begins Club is open to January 13 , 6:30-8:30andp.m. at the improve communication leadership Anglican hall. For information, call skills. CallChurch Ian Oostindie 403-887-0968.

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Tuesdays - Taoist tai chi. New class begins Wednesdays Drama January 13 -, Seniors 6:30-8:30 p.m.Troupe at theat Sylvan Seniors Centre, 9:30 call a.m.

AnglicanLake Church hall. For information, Everyone welcome.

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After years of lobbying, rallying and fundraising, Sylvan Lakers on Monday finally heard the news they’ve all been waiting for.

Urgent care is coming to town.

The news arrived with the provincial government’s announcement on Monday that $3.4 billion is being budgeted for health facilities in the next five years. An urgent care centre for Sylvan Lake was part of that announcement, and the news spawned jubilation among those who have fought to see it move forward.

“What a win,” said Urgent Care Committee chair Susan Samson. “It’s been such a long journey, and it’s been all of us together. This is such a win for the community.”

Details of the facility’s construction and what it will look like are currently limited, but Samson said it will enable access to medical treatment for non-life-

threatening injuries.

“If you’re having a heart attack or if there’s been a bad vehicular accident, those people will still go to the nearest hospital for emergency treatment,” she said. “We’re non-lifethreatening medical treatment, and we will have lab

“It’s been such a long journey, and it’s been all of us together.

This is such a win for the community.” and X-ray, doctors on site and be open seven days a week with extended hours.

“We’ll also have observation beds, so for example if you’re dehydrated, or if they want to see if you have a reaction to the medicine they’re prescribing, they have a way to watch you, but it’s not any kind of long-term bed or

overnight bed.”

The announcement came just days after the province confirmed potential plans for a Family Care Clinic (FCC) in Sylvan Lake were scrapped.

Steve Buick, spokesperson for Health Minister Stephen Mandel, said urgent care was seen as an all-around better fit for Sylvan Lake.

“We’re not funding the Family Care Centres because we think that it’s just not a good approach to lock primary care into a particular structure for every community, but we are willing to look at alternatives, and in Sylvan Lake, there is one — it’s the urgent care centre,” he said before Monday’s announcement was made.

Innisfail-Sylvan Lake MLA Kerry Towle on Monday commended the many individuals whose hard work and dedication to the cause helped maintain its priority status for the area. continued on page 3

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continued from page 2 Annie Boychuk — whose husband Brent died from a heart attack in 2012 after being taken to two closed medical clinics in Sylvan Lake — deserved special recognition on the day, Towle felt.

“Annie really put her story out there. She made it public, and she didn’t have to,” said Towle. “Her passion and her dedication to this issue moved mountains, and moved a community, so a huge thank you to her.”

Towle added the announcement was positive news not just for Sylvan Lake, but also for the one million visitors it receives annually and nearby municipalities.

Changes in government, community collaboration and a solid business plan put forth by the Urgent Care Committee, she feels, are responsible for the positive outcome.

“You can ask the government for different things, but you have to give them a way to say yes, and I think this community did that,” she said. “The fact that they stayed with it —

$60,000 was given to urgent care when they didn’t even know if it was on the table — that’s amazing, and it just goes to show the passion of the community and surrounding areas.”

Sylvan Lake Mayor Sean McIntyre described Monday as “an incredible day for the Sylvan Lake area,” and felt the announcement provided some much-needed relief after it was confirmed Sylvan Lake would not receive FCC funding.

“We’ve been working so hard for this as a community — we’ve had a volunteer committee, our physicians, local governments from all five summer villages, both counties, the Town of Sylvan Lake, Bentley, Eckville and Benalto — and I think when you pair that up with an MLA who’s ready to represent us, and a government who’s ready to hear us, we see great successes like this,” he said. “It’s great to see the government paying attention to a community and a region that has great potential, is healthy, is growing, and now, will finally have the services that it needs.”

Sean McIntyre following the announcement said Monday was an “incredible day for the Sylvan Lake area.”

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sales1@sylvanlakenews.com LETTERS TO THE EDITOR POLICY The Sylvan Lake News welcomes letters to the editor on current issues and concerns from its readers. Letters must include the writer’s first and last names, address and phone number. Letters will be published with the writer’s name and city, town or country of residence (address and phone number not for publication). Letters signed with aliases, pen names or those left anonymous will not be used. The Sylvan Lake News reserves the right to edit all letters for length, clarity, legality, personal abuse, good taste and public interest.

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The diary of a rookie firefighter: Attending my first course JASMINE O’HALLORAN–HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

I have now been volunteering as a firefighter for four months, which is something I talk about every chance I get. Each time I attend practice, my mind is swimming in the thrill of learning new skills. I am literally a broken record afterwards as I make it a point to share my adventures with my co-workers the next day.

Heck, I bet my co-workers are right along with me in the journey, as my descriptions of the previous evening’s activities are explicit.

I absolutely love being at the fire department. It is my happy place where I get to chill out with the guys. I get to be a kid, and I am always taking selfies of my head against the backdrop of a bright, red fire truck. What more can I say — I am loving the journey of becoming a firefighter.

But the reality of what firefighter training consists of kicked me in the butt this past weekend when I attended my first course. Unlike practice nights, these courses are not all learning while having fun; they’re serious stuff, and in them, one wrong move can put my life in severe danger.

I still love the idea of becoming a firefighter later on in life, but as I study the essentials of what I need to know to battle fire and rescue people, I find myself looking through a completely different mask. My firefighter friends will understand that pun.

I always knew that my journey of becoming a firefighter wouldn’t by any means be easy, but what I may not have considered was how frightening it would be.

I have yet to enter a simulated smoked-filled burning building — unlike fog, you you can’t see through smoke.

I am curious to know how I will react when I cannot rely on my vision any longer, as I really don’t like the dark.

This is when you may ask me: “Don’t you have a flashlight?” I would reply: “Yes, I do have a flashlight on my helmet.” However, the beam from a flashlight won’t always be the lamp I need to see the dark path when searching for victims. In fact, the light may even make visibility worse.

Pushing the thought of entering dark, burning buildings out of my mind for a minute gives me the chance to talk about jumping into my gear in under one minute — literally.

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Strong, responsible opposition needed now more than ever Dear Editor, I hope that voters in Alberta will hold the Conservative government responsible for the mess that this province is in financially. They have been in power for over four decades, and they are the ones that have squandered, wasted and lost BILLIONS of dollars.

It was Ralph Klein, the worst premier this province has ever elected, that began to destroy the infrastructure

needed for the future. His short-term wisdom ruined the province for decades to come.

Do not let the Conservatives off the hook.

A solid, strong, responsible opposition is needed more than ever. I would love to say get rid of them, but pragmatically I know that will not happen.

Don't allow them to ruin the future again.

Barry Johns, Sylvan Lake

I found myself on the main level of the fire hall with my firefighter gear all set up and ready to be put on — again in one minute.

Setting my gear up with my boots pulled through the legs of my firefighter pants, with my balaclava, jacket, helmet and gloves right near by, I waited for the instructor to say go. That’s when we raced against the clock to have all of that heavy protective equipment strapped securely in place against our bodies.

As soon as I heard the instruction, I ripped my shoes off, tried to jump into my oversized boots, did my dance of pulling my pants up and my suspenders over my shoulders, inserted my arms into my jacket sleeves, individually fasted the hooks that secure my jacket closed — which really slows me down — and crowned myself with my helmet, not forgetting to secure it in place with the clip.

We practiced doing this as a group at least three times, and believe it or not, it is a lot of work practicing getting your gear on in one minute. By the time I had taken my gear off for good that day, the long hair on top of my head that I had worked hard to straighten into a

beautiful dirty blonde mane now looked like a rats nest sitting on my head. I looked, more or less, like a drowned rat as my naturally curly hair that I have fought with all my life had taken the opportunity to rebel and curl in the middle of my forehead.

My hair only acted more defiant the next day during our training of using a selfcontained breathing apparatus. This time we were given two minutes to climb into our gear and hook our oxygen tanks up to our masks.

Now, before you go off wondering how much weight I am actually carrying and whether I have any body strength for this type of work, I must say that, on average, firefighters will carry an extra 60 pounds of protective gear, including their oxygen tanks. So you can imagine that walking through a little bit of snow and just down the street felt a bit like I was just trudging while carrying the weight of the world on my back.

Doing two simple laps up and down the street, my brain started entertaining thoughts of: “Why are you doing this? You could be at home relaxing or even shopping right now.” These thoughts were followed by: “No, Jasmine. Don’t give up!

You have to be committed to this! You’re doing great.”

Finally making it back to the fire hall, I realized how low I was on oxygen and I was surprised my low-oxygen alarm didn’t sound.

Peeling off my gear and feeling the cold sweat that had accumulated on my back, I thought I would start floating towards the ceiling, but instead I just felt a sense of success. “Hey, look at that.

I did it,” I thought.

Filling up my oxygen tank was a piece of cake as it gave me a chance to chat with the rest of the rookie firefighters about volunteering. This is when I realized that even having an oxygen tank refilled takes time.

Training to be a firefighter and being a reporter is a life of balancing two different worlds. As a reporter, I have weekly deadlines that I try to meet but with no deadly consequences. As a firefighter, I have to achieve things in minutes, which isn’t easy, but it adds up to me knowing how to rescue and save lives and being able to avoid possibly deadly situations.

The life of a rookie firefighter — I may be just learning it all now, but with my committed heart, I won’t be just learning it forever.

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Town residents encouraged to participate in Rain Barrel Rebate Program JASMINE O'HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

The town is now accepting applications for its new Rain Barrel Rebate Program, which is meant to encourage residents to support the idea of conserving water.

The program offers residents a rebate of 50 per cent of the rain barrel cost up to $50 per barrel and a maximum of $100 total will be applied to a resident’s utility account, reads the application.

The rebate program is offered on a first-

come, first- served basis, said Town of Sylvan Lake communications officer Joanne Gaudet.

She said that if residents are interested in benefiting from the rebate program, all they have to do is buy a barrel from a local business, keep the receipt and fill out the rebate application form available at either the town’s public works facility or on online at sylvanlake.ca/programming/go-green. “You set the rain barrel up underneath an eavestrough and it collects the rain water,�

Gaudet said. “Rain water is better for your

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plants and better for your soil. It minimizes the amount of municipal water that you're using so you cut down on your water bill.�

Gaudet said conserving water is important in Sylvan Lake, and said if residents conserve water at home it will affect their utility bill directly. She said residents can used non-chlorinated rain water filled with oxygen to water their garden. “It's better to keep your plants happy and healthy,� Gaudet said. “It's not drinking water, but for your garden it's a great option.�

Gaudet said there is a high hope that the community will take a strong interest in going green with this rebate program. She said that using rain water to water soil, plants and flowers allows for municipal town water to be conserved for drinking, daily home use and emergency use. “The town has always been very committed to conservation and environmental initiatives, and this is one of those initiatives,� Gaudet said. “It's simple and not overwhelming for the public to get involved with. It makes a difference.�

Sylvan Lake 50th Street

FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Now in its second year, the Façade Improvement Program is designed to encourage retail and commercial building owners to invest in facade renovations and storefront upgrades by providing grants to cover a portion of renovation costs. Grants will be awarded to eligible applicants to cover up to 50% of the façade renovation costs, up to a maximum dollar value. The 2015-16 grant program will provide an incentive for 50th Street/Centennial Street buildings to complete façade upgrades that contribute to the Waterfront Area, by creating a more interesting and appealing street environment that attracts people and new businesses.

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To download the Program application, or to learn more about our Centennial Street Redevelopment Plan, visit

www.sylvanlake.ca/projects For More Information, Please Call One of our Project Contacts: Vicki Kurz, EDO vkurz@sylvanlake.ca 403-887-1185 ext 226 Martyn Bell, Planner mbell@sylvanlake.ca 403-864-5557

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News Hockeyville section named best in country NEWS STAFF SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

A special section produced by the Sylvan Lake News chronicling the town’s 2014 Hockeyville triumph was announced the best in

Canada for its class in Newspaper Canada’s 2015 Great Idea Awards on Friday.

Tragedy to Triumph: Our Story, a 34-page special section released on May 29 last year, quickly became the

definitive guide to the town’s Kraft Hockeyville journey.

Its three sections — the Past, the Present and the Future — explore that journey in depth, beginning with a look at the construction of the town’s recently

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“Immense credit must be given to (former News edi-

BOARD MEMBER The Sylvan Lake Foundation is looking for a member of the community to serve on its Board of Directors. This position is a volunteer 2-year term and will be of interest to those individuals who have experience working in a policy governance environment. The successful candidate must be a resident of Sylvan Lake and must be approved by the Sylvan Lake Town Council.

Mission Statement: The Sylvan Lake Foundation provides seniors of modest means with affordable, secure, home-like living through our Wellness Program enhanced through community partnerships.

tor) Steve Dills, who spent more than a few hours of overtime working on it, and (former News publisher) Michele Rosenthal, who oversaw its creation. Our production staff in Red Deer did a fantastic job of making it look good, and our sales staff worked hard to ensure the community’s involvement in it.

“We’re grateful to all of our advertisers who chose to be a part of this now award-winning publication.

As well, we feel this national recognition will help spread the town’s Hockeyville story even farther across the nation.”

The accolade, awarded through the competition’s Community Newspaper Special Section (circulation 4,000 to 24,999) category, was presented to the Sylvan Lake News for the second year in a row.

Happy 100th Birthday Sylvan Lake!, a special section celebrating the town’s centennial year in 2013, was crowned the country’s best in 2014.

Great Idea Awards are presented to publications across Canada whose entries demonstrate creativity and innovation in newspaper marketing and promotion.

The Hockeyville special section is still available free of charge at various locations throughout town, and at the Sylvan Lake News office on 50A Street.

If you are interested in serving the Seniors of Sylvan Lake in this capacity, please send your resume: Product availability varies by restaurant. Not valid with any other offer.

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THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015

Parents honour daughter’s legacy through yarn donation JASMINE O’HALLORAN–HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

Alanna Dextrase of Sylvan Lake and Area Community Partners Association models some of the items made from yarn donated by Frank and Joy Webb in honour of their daughter Natalie’s memory.

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The Sylvan Lake and Area Community Partners Association is giving sets of gorgeous hand-knit wool toques, scarves and mittens to those in need in the community.

The yarn used to knit these wool items was donated by Frank and Joy Webb to honour their daughter’s legacy of knitting and making things to help others.

Their daughter Natalie Webb passed away last September at the age of 42 from a ruptured appendix.

When Frank and Joy Webb were cleaning out their daughter’s home, they

found large amounts of yarn that was still in good condition, and chose to have it made into clothes that would benefit others.

“We’re trying to make sure that there are things constantly going into the Community Partners for people in need,” Joy Webb said. “People are taking Natalie’s yarn and spreading it, and it’s ending up in Edmonton, some of it has gone to Calgary. It just sort of keeps going. A lot of people are benefiting from the yarn, which is why I say it's her legacy.”

Joy said her daughter had a real knack for making crafts and would help other people by making things

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they needed. She said one of the things people will remember about Natalie is her smile and how she did things for other people all the time.

The yarn is helping people who may not have access to, or the ability to purchase, nice new things for themselves, Webb said.

That’s why Webb describes her daughter’s legacy as “traveling” — it keeps on going from one place to another.

“You just don't know where it’s going to end,” she said. “It’s great — it’s her legacy. It means she didn’t die for nothing.”

Webb said carrying on her daughter’s legacy helps make bearing the pain of her death a bit easier.

She said that knowing that her daughter’s kindness, love for people and love for crafts is still reaching people and making a difference in their lives makes the grieving process easier.

“It doesn't take away the loss or the pain, but it makes it somehow easier,” she said.

“Natalie wasn't just wiped away. She died, but there’s good things coming from it.

She had done a lot of things for people and she did what she could.”

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THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015

Stars

- Recipients of École Steffie Woima School Star Awards for March included Avery Fitch, Cruz Ouellette, Kennedy Hammond, Kierra Russell, Talina Currie, Kale Maxon, Blaire Campbell, Kaiya Berge, Katerina Williams, Indy Robinson, Landon Kerekanich, Brooklyn Potskin, Daniel Phillips, Jordyn Temoshawski, Gavin DeWolfe, Hailey Smith, Sophia Kurt, Bryce Dutka, Kira Main, Dallas Cunningham, Mya Maxwell, Ashlyn Goyan, Bria Nystrom, Eden Engel, Ethan Mackie, Landyn Sigfusson, Marek Hutchison, Andrew Warnick, Natalie Ginter, Kamryn Burton, Kendra Moelhoff, Sam Bender, Hayden Gladue, Kole Simpson , Amelie Healey, Benni Robinson and Ella Levac. These students were recognized at the school’s March Celebration of Learning assembly on Tuesday.

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THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015

Province announces Parent Link Centre for Sylvan Lake STUART FULLARTON SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

Sylvan Lake was one of three municipalities earmarked by the province last week for a new Parent Link Centre, which will provide support and resources to parents and caregivers in a bid to enhance early childhood development locally.

Community organizations in Sylvan Lake, Edmonton City Centre and Innisfail will receive $1.05 million in provincial funding to operate the centres.

That task in Sylvan Lake will be undertaken by Sylvan Lake Family and Community Support Services (FCSS).

Sylvan Lake’s Parent Link Centre will also serve Eckville and Benalto, and

will make up one of 53 municipalities around the province that host the centres.

More than 185 Albertan communities are serviced by the centres, whose services include numeracy and literacy programs, parent learning opportunities, language and speech resources and child development information.

“The Alberta government is committed to supporting early childhood development because the early years of a child’s life are crucial in laying a foundation for a successful future and preventing vulnerability later in life,” said Heather Klimchuk, provincial minister of human services in a statement March 27.

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Good Friday Prayer Walk & Community Service

April 3, 2015 Prayer Walk 10:00 am Starts at Our Lady of the Assumption Parish Catholic Church 5033 47a Ave. Community Service 11:00 am At Alliance Community Church 4404 47 Ave

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FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH NEW LOCATION Sunday Worship 10:30 am

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Pastor Larry Brotherton 403-505-4438 Church phone: 403-877-9634 lutheranchurchsylvan@hotmail.com

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Senior Pastor: Rev. Kevin Haugan Associate Pastor: Rev. Jim Rilling Youth Pastor Owen Scott Children’s Ministry Coordinator: Ashley Thomas

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FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH

Sunday School 10:00 am Church Services 11:00 am

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Service 10:00 AM Church open for Monday prayers 10 AM-11 AM

www.sylvanlakealc.org Contact Chairman Lyle Hilman 587-797-1269

Memorial Presbyterian Church

5020 48 Street, Sylvan Lake, AB, T4S 1C6 403-887-5702

Apr. 5 - Easter Sunrise Service 6:30 AM @ Centennial Park 10:30 AM - Easter Sunday Rev. Jin Woo Kim Nursery

403-887-5687 Pastor Barry Sigurdson at Steffie Woima School – 4720 45th Ave.

memorial_office@shaw.ca www.slmpc.ca A warm welcome awaits you at your town and country church

Sunday School 9:45 am Worship Service 11:00 am “Our passion is His presence, Our commitment is His will, Our pursuit is His way.”

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Our Location corner 49th St. & 50th Ave. Sunday Service at 10:30 am

Youth Services Friday at 7:00 pm Everyone is encouraged & welcomed to join us.

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Sunday Services & Sunday School

Anglican Church

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Worship Service • 9:15 am & 11 am

“Experience the unconditional love of God in Jesus Christ.” (John 3:16)

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Alliance Community Church

Mass Times Saturday Evening: Sylvan Lake 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Morning: Sylvan Lake 11:00 a.m.

(Last Sunday of each month 9:00 a.m.)

Rimbey 9:00 a.m.

Weekday mass Wednesdays and Fridays 9:00am

Parish Priest: Father Gabriel Udeh Email: ourloa@telus.net

Holy Thursday - April 2 • 7pm Good Friday - April 3 • 3pm Easter Vigil Saturday - Apr. 4 • 9pm Easter Sunday - April 5 • 11am 5033-47a Avenue Administration Office: Sylvan Lake 403-887-2398 or Rimbey 403-843-2126

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THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015

Cobb’s Clothing to open in new location JASMINE O'HALLORAN-HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

Cobb's Clothing will be packing up and opening in a new location April 13.

The store can be found at its new location at Bay 107, 5015 50 St. of the Cobb's Block Central building, right next door to Guys and Dolls Hair Studio.

The last day for staff at their current location will be April 7.

Retail manager and buyer Debbie Fisher said staff are excited to move to a bright location with a new look.

The store will be slightly smaller, but will focus on carrying more popular brands such as Joseph

Ribkoff, David Cline, Simon Chang, Tango Mango dresses and Carreli Jeans, Fisher said.

The move won't be that much of a change for the store, she said — it will simply be smaller in size.

“We're zeroing in on our best brands and what people want right now — the best of the best,” Fisher said.

Fisher said the store has been in operation for at least three generations and the move is a way to keep the store in town.

She said the store moved to its current spot about 30 years ago and has evolved over the years.

“There have been a lot of changes since 1928, but it's still alive,” she said.

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- Benalto Elementary School students Connor MacDonald and Grady Stauffer perform the story of ‘Ten on the Sled’ by Kim Norman for the school’s Reader’s Theatre last week.

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This is to advise that an appeal has been received appealing the Municipal Planning Commission’s decision of February 27th, 2015 to deny the applicaƟon for a development permit to construct an accessory building (shed) with a rear yard setback relaxaƟon of 83.3% on Lot 8, Block 2, Plan 2203 KS , being 195 Grand Avenue in the Summer Village of Norglenwold. The decision is being appealed based on the grounds that there is no other opƟon for placement.

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LOCATION: Bay 8, 14 Thevenaz Industrial Trail, Sylvan Lake, Alberta T4S 2J5 Documents regarding the development permit, the Municipal Planning Commission’s decision, and the noƟce of appeal are available for public inspecƟon at the Summer Village AdministraƟon Oĸce. The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will hear the appellant or any person acƟng on behalf of the appellant; the development authority or a person acƟng on behalf of the development authority; any person who received this noƟce and wishes to be heard or a person acƟng on behalf of that person; and any other person who claims to be aīected by the decision.

WriƩen submissions addressed to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Secretary and received at the AdministraƟon oĸce prior to the hearing will be submiƩed to the Board at the Hearing.

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Vehicle damaged in overnight industrial park theft

March 21 11:36 p.m. – A 911 call was received by an intoxicated female stranded on the outskirts of Bentley. A 32-year-old female told police that she was supposed to be staying at a friend’s house where she was involved in a verbal altercation and was told to leave. She advised that she was unable to drive and was sitting in her vehicle waiting for police. RCMP attended an address on Range Road 10 and located

the female. She was transported to cells where she remained until sober.

March 23 9:17 p.m. – Police attended an address on 50A Street in Sylvan Lake after a witness reported seeing two males fighting on the street.

The males appeared intoxicated and were seen walking together during which time a physical altercation ensued. One of the males left the area heading towards Lakeshore Drive and was tracked back to his residence. The other male who remained on the scene sustained non-life threatening injuries and was treated

by EMS. Neither male wished to pursue assault charges. A 22-year-old Sylvan Lake male, however, was charged with the unsafe storage of a firearm after a shotgun was discovered unsecured at the residence.

March 24 3:59 p.m. – A residential

alarm was received by RCMP dispatch at a residence on Birchcliff Road.

Police attended and confirmed with the owner of the residence that the main door to the home was damaged but no one was discovered on site and nothing appeared stolen. A second residence in the area was also entered into but nothing was stolen. An investigation is continuing.

March 25 7:05 p.m. – A youth has been charged with failing to comply with conditions of an undertaking in relation to an incident at a residence in Red Deer County.

The youth refused to abide by house rules as per conditions and left the residence. The 15-year-old was arrested by police a short time later and formally charged under the Criminal Code.

March 26 12:56 p.m. – RCMP

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received a call of an assault at the Incline Skate Park in Sylvan Lake. A 17-year-old youth was charged with assault after a verbal altercation ensued with a 15-year-old at the park.

The 15-year-old was thrown to the ground in front of witnesses but did not sustain serious injury.

March 27 8:46 a.m. – A complaint of theft was received from a business in the Sylvan Lake Industrial Park. A male reported that in the overnight hours, the lock on the gate to Carnwood Wireline Limited was cut and the yard was accessed.

A vehicle sustained damage and a stereo was stolen.

12:55 p.m. – RCMP attended a residence on 48th Avenue in Sylvan Lake for a structure fire.

Fire crews attended a portable garage where a small blaze was quickly extinguished. There was no

damage to the main structure or surrounding property. No injuries are

reported. The fire is believed to be suspicious in nature.

Saturday, April 25, 2015

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (CAO) Part Time

The Sylvan Lake Foundation is looking for a senior administrator for its Seniors Lodge and Self-Contained Program. This position is part-time and is reviewed on an annual basis.

JOB FUNCTION: The Executive director is responsible to the Board of Directors for co-ordinating the ¿nance, business and legal affairs of the Sylvan Lake Foundation and for managing directly the Lodge and Manor run by the Foundation. He/She is responsible for implementing and communicating, policies and procedures approved and/or recommended by the Board and for assuring the effective and ef¿cient day to day operation of the Foundation services and programs.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Post secondary education in related ¿eld • Ten (10) years of senior management experience • Strong ¿nancial background ie budget development • Experience in labor negotiations and working with a unionized workplace • Experience in liaisons with municipal and provincial government bodies • Strong communication skills both written and oral • Experience working in a non-pro¿t seniors housing environment Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please send resumes to: Dale Aasen Sylvan Lake Foundation 100 – 4620 – 47 Avenue Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1N2 No Phone Calls Please A preferred candidate has declared interest.

In doing so, we’re asking residents of Sylvan Lake to tell us about their idling habits, and awareness of the health and economic issues associated with idling. So, you may get this call from our research parner with a request to answer a couple questions... please, kindly spare us a minute!

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THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015

Search for missing Red Deer County woman reaches tragic end STUART FULLARTON SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

Roze Burk

The search for a missing Red Deer County woman reached a tragic end last Friday, when 68-year-old Roze Burk’s lifeless body was found near Evansburg.

Burk went missing on March 12, and was last seen at the Deer Park Co-op in Red Deer.

Her dog Jewel, who went missing with her, was found alive and transported to a shelter. Plans

were in place to have Jewel returned to Burk’s family on Monday.

Administrators behind a Facebook page dedicated to finding Burk said details surrounding her disappearance were scarce.

Evansburg RCMP on Tuesday, however, said Burk’s vehicle may have become stuck, at which point Burk may have left it in an attempt to seek help.

The remote area in which her vehicle was found, is “not frequented by travellers,” a

police statement read.

A Facebook posting expressed appreciation for those who helped in the search for Burk.

“The family would like to send out huge thank yous to all of the wonderful volunteers that helped at our searches. We definitely extend our deep appreciation and thanks to all you Facebookers who have been sharing and keeping your eyes peeled.

“We did our best, but didn’t quite reach her in time.”

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Yard/Kitchen Waste Collection begins on March 31

Upcoming Meetings UPCOMING MEETINGS

Yard/kitchen waste collection begins on Tuesday, March 31 and occurs weekly on the same day that your garbage is collected. Place your yard/kitchen waste (mixed) out for collection by 8 A.M. on your garbage collection day, in the same location as your garbage.

You may also bring your yard/kitchen waste to the Waste Transfer Facility 24/7 at no charge.

Please note that yard/kitchen waste must be in one of the following types of containers:

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Yard/kitchen waste in containers 100 litres or larger MUST be in biodegradable bags Yard/kitchen waste in containers under 100 litres may be loose Biodegradable compostable bags without containers are accepted but must be no larger than 65 cm. X 90 cm. (26” X 36”) The maximum weight per unit is 23 kg.

Containers (not bags) must have a “Yard Waste” decal affixed to the container. Decals are available from the Municipal Government Building located at 5012 48 Avenue or the Municipal Operations Building located at 1 Industrial Drive.

Decals can be delivered to you by calling Public Works at 403.887.2800. There is no charge for the decals.

The yard/kitchen waste collection program runs annually from late March until November. Please call Public Works at 403.887.2800 with your questions.

Waste Transfer Facility Summer Hours begin on March 30 Summer hours begin on Monday, March 30. The facility is open for summer hours from Monday to Saturday, 9 AM – 5 PM exclusive of statutory holidays. The yard/kitchen waste receiving area is open 24/7 at no charge. The facility is located 1 km. east of the roundabout on Highway 11A and .5 km. south on RR15.

Take Notice Good Friday Garbage/Recycling/Yard Waste Collection Notice Residences whose normal garbage/green box/yard/kitchen waste collection day is Friday, April 3 (Good Friday) will have their items collected as scheduled.

Green boxes are available at no charge from the Municipal Government Building (5012 48 Avenue), the Municipal Operations Building (1 Industrial Drive), or we will deliver one to you by calling 403.887.2800.

Waste Transfer Facility Easter Holiday Hours The Waste Transfer Facility Easter holiday hours are as follows: Friday, April 3: CLOSED Saturday, April 4: OPEN Sunday, April 5: CLOSED Monday, April 6: CLOSED Tuesday, April 7: OPEN The facility is open from Monday to Saturday, 9 AM – 5 PM exclusive of statutory holidays. The yard/kitchen waste receiving area is open 24/7 at no charge. The facility is located 1 km. east of the round-about on Highway 11A and .5 km. south on RR15.

2015 MUNICIPAL CENSUS APRIL 13- May 31, 2015 The Town of Sylvan Lake will be conducting a Municipal Census April and May 2015. All information gathered must be relevant to 12:01 a.m. on APRIL 14, 2015.

This Census is taken under the authority of the Municipal Government Act of the Province of Alberta. The annual Civic Census Information is used by the Town for a variety of planning and program service delivery purposes and by the Province for the determination of grants if available.

It is essential for the Town departments to have accurate and up-to-date statistical information on the residents of Sylvan Lake to make informed and appropriate decisions on the provision of population based town services, such as roads, affordable housing, fire protection, police services, utilities, recreation programming, childcare, etc.

All enumerators will be able to provide a letter identifying them as a Town of Sylvan Lake enumerator. They will be wearing identification badges and the actual enumeration should only take a few minutes per household.

The enumerators involved in the Census have sworn to an oath of secrecy and all information collected will be kept confidential

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and used only for the production of statistics. Your responses will remain anonymous –names will not be associated with the questionnaire responses.

Your cooperation in providing the required information is essential for completing a successful Census and is greatly appreciated. Any questions or concerns you may have regarding the Municipal Census can be directed to: Vangie Wiseman Census Coordinator Phone 403 887 1185 ext. 281 Email: census@sylvanlake.ca

CALL FOR MEMBERS Town of Sylvan Lake - Board/Committee Vacancies Industry Advisory Group (open) The group’s purpose is to liaise with the municipality and industry facilitating communication, problem resolution, and better relationships. This group is for local developers and others who are developing properties within the municipality.

Municipal Planning Commission (1 Vacancy) Responsible for providing direction to Council in the development of the Town. This is accomplished by giving direction in land use plans and by reviewing and critiquing developments submitted to the Town. (replacing vacancy position which expires October 2015)) Additional information regarding the mandates of the Boards & Committees and application forms can be found on our website at www.sylvanlake.ca or by contacting Mary Rose at the Town Office 403.887.2141.

Please forward a letter of interest with relevant information and completed application form by Monday, April 6, 2015 to: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 48 Avenue Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 Attention: Mary Rose Or via e-mail to: mrose@sylvanlake.ca

Community Programs The Spring/Summer Community Program Guide is now available online at www.sylvanlake.ca/programming/guide

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THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015

Easter traditions long celebrated in Sylvan Lake SUBMITTED SPECIAL TO SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

The following article and accompanying picture were submitted by the Sylvan Lake and District Archives Society as part of a series celebrating the society’s 20 years of existence this year.

The Archives Society is open to the public every Tuesday

and Thursday from noon to 4 p.m. at its new location in the lower level of the town’s Municipal Government Building.

In 1996, the church community in Sylvan Lake started a Prayer Walk. The walk began at the Catholic church and ended in a service at the Community Centre in the early days, and more recently at the Alliance Church.

The Prayer Walk begins at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, which is the oldest church building in Sylvan Lake, having been built in

1912 on land donated by Alexander Loiselle. Many of the participants take turns carrying a large wooden cross.

In 2001, Memorial Presbyterian Church began having an Easter Sunday morning Sunrise Service at Camp Kannawin. Other churches and members of the community expressed interest in attending, so the service was moved to the landfill along the lakeshore in the Town of Sylvan Lake.

Music and prayers along with fish, bread and coffee greet the Easter morning sunrise.

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Employment Opportunities SUMMER STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES - 2015 POSITION TITLE: Beach Ambassador – 4 required May 4 – September 7, 2015 REPORTS TO: Communications Officer SUMMARY OF FUNCTION: Under the supervision of the Communications Officer, the Beach Ambassadors will be responsible for providing friendly and positive community relations, and community & tourist information along the Sylvan Lake Provincial Park beach front, and other areas of town, as required. The Beach Ambassadors will tour the beach area on a regular basis and aid visitors by providing up-to-date and helpful information related to local businesses, parking solutions, directions and local attractions to improve the visitor experience. They will be responsible for maintaining the Beach Ambassador Booth by keeping it clean, presentable, and stocked with brochures and pamphlets. Beach Ambassadors may be required to assist in other initiatives.

TYPICAL DUTIES: 1. Either at the Beach Ambassador Booth or by regularly patrolling the beach area, provide up-to-date and helpful information to all visitors related to, but not limited to: a. Special Events such as 1913 Days, Fireworks, etc b. Town Amenities including Farmer’s Market c. Weather Conditions d. Facilities offered in the town, such as recreational, etc e. Parking, including presence in drop off zones to improve traffic flow, provide defined parking lot maps f. Business Locations dependent on visitor requirements g. Rules around beach and park conduct h. Accommodations of all types depending on visitor requirements i. Maps of town, trails, highways, etc j. Updates on lakeshore development, construction projects, etc k. Business promotions and information l. Regional attractions and amenities m. Directions to other locations within Central Alberta or farther.

2. Maintain beach cleanliness.

3. Welcome visitors and ensure the first interaction is highly positive 4. Promote the town and tourism within and around the town.

5. Provide basic first aid to visitors as required and as trained for.

6. Assist visitors who have special needs or disabilities, as well as those requiring particular support in accessing the park/beach.

7. Distribute brochures, flyers, and promotional information as required or directed by Communications Officer.

8. Contact the Parks and Recreation department should the washrooms or other areas require urgent cleaning or restocking.

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9. Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to uniform requirements.

10. Information Gathering a.

Conduct surveys such as visitor impressions, visitor needs, place of origin, etc, as designed by Communications Officer b.

Encourage visitors to participate in information-collecting initiatives c.

Record daily interaction with the public including types of inquiries received and how requests for assistance were managed 11. Contact appropriate parties such as the RCMP or Municipal Enforcement in order to provide solutions to problems incurred by visitors, ie. lost children, alcohol use, guidance to health care facilities, etc.

12. Perform all additional duties as directed.

13. Must be able to work most weekends.

14. Provide assistance at parking lots and drop offs including directions, vehicle unloading help, etc.

15. Perform gardening, landscaping and clean-up activities as directed.

16. Work cooperatively with Parks and Landscaping during inclement weather days and during May and June as required.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRMENTS: 1. Enthusiastic, friendly and outgoing personality.

2. Knowledge of town facilities, local attractions, area highways and current events.

3. Current First Aid and CPR training.

4. Physical ability to be on feet for a complete shift.

5. Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently or with limited supervision.

6. Excellent communication skills both written and oral.

7. Excellent public relations skills.

8. Ability to work outside in a variety of climatic conditions and be in good physical condition.

POSITION TITLE: Summer Parks Laborer – 20 Required May 4 – September 7, 2015 REPORTS TO: Parks Manager SUMMARY OF FUNCTION: 1. Assisting with maintenance of ball diamonds, soccer pitches, the skateboard park and other sport related facilities.

2. Assisting with parks cleanup, garbage control and park maintenance.

3. Painting equipment, buildings, waste containers, park benches, signs, etc.

4. Assisting in maintaining pathways and bridges that are associated within parks.

5. Landscape and grounds maintenance duties.

6. Assisting with flower garden maintenance and general horticultural concerns.

7. Assisting in preparations for community special events.

8. Reporting vandalism, maintenance and/or public concerns.

9. Assisting park users and tourists in the parks.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 1. Students should have a working knowledge of small equipment, farm implements such as mowers, weed eaters, trailers, and tillers.

2. Because of the responsibilities of this position, students should have physical strength and ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting, up to 50 pounds (22.73 kg), as well as working with landscaping material, refuse, etc.

3. Because of the environment this position will be working in, the successful candidate(s) will be required to submit an original Police Information Search (criminal reference check) prior to commencement of employment.

4. Current Standard First Aid/CPR is required.

5. Because of the responsibilities, this position requires the successful candidate(s) to have a valid driver’s license and provide a driver’s abstract upon hiring.

6. Previous experiences working in the Parks and Recreation field is an asset.

POSITION TITLE: Finance Summer Student – 1 required REPORTS TO: Finance Manager SUMMARY OF FUNCTION: Under the supervision of the Finance Manager, the Finance Student will work on special projects and process review within the Finance Dept.

They will also work cooperatively with the rest of the organization to cover other positions if and when required. An open and friendly attitude combined with an eye for detail are required in this position.

TYPICAL DUTIES: 1. Special projects that involve problem solving, researching and documentation of findings 2. Creating, modifying and designing excel working papers to make them more usable 3. Documenting and evaluating processes within the Finance Department 4. Periodically cover reception desk including answering telephones and directing calls, either to lines within the Municipal Government Building or transferring the calls to other Town buildings.

5. Other duties as required TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRMENTS: 1. Strong drive & initiative 2. Above average excel skills 3. Excellent working knowledge of the remaining Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Access, Outlook, and PowerPoint) 4. Strong organizational and time management skills 5. Ability to work unsupervised 6. Professional and courteous phone etiquette 7. Energetic personality 8. Motivated individual who is willing to assist other team members Please submit cover letter and resume specifying the position you are applying for before April 12, 2015 to: Town of Sylvan Lake 4926 - 50 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1A1 Attention: Human Resources Fax: (403) 887-3660, E-mail: dscott@sylvanlake.ca

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Sylvan Lake Lodge to be fitted with fire sprinklers STUART FULLARTON SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

Innisfail-Sylvan Lake MLA Kerry Towle, flanked by town councillors and Sylvan Lake Lodge Foundation staff and board members, announces $600,000 in funding to install fire sprinklers in Sylvan Lake Lodge last Friday.

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Sylvan Lake Lodge residents will soon be safer in the event of a fire thanks to $600,000 in provincial funding that will see the installation of fire sprinklers throughout the building.

Innisfail-Sylvan Lake MLA Kerry Towle made the announcement during a visit with Lodge residents last Friday, and said such safety measures are entirely necessary — as evidenced by the 2014 nursing home fire that killed 32 seniors in Quebec.

“Unfortunately we lost very valued members of Canadian society because they could not get out in time, and that’s just unacceptable,” she said. “In the event of a fire (at the Lodge), we now have the proper tools and mechanisms in place to make sure that (Lodge residents) are safe and that they can have a relatively safe time to get out of the building.”

The safety of seniors is paramount and must be kept at the front of people’s minds,

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“We need to be ever vigilant on the safety of our most vulnerable and on the safety of those who need a hand,” she said.

“We need to do what we can to make sure that they have the safest and healthiest environments to live in and that their homes are their homes.”

Towle was accompanied by town councillors and Sylvan Lake Lodge Foundation staff and board members, whom she thanked for working hard to advocate for Lodge residents’ safety.

Speaking to a small crowd of Lodge residents, she said: “Things like this don’t happen with one person — they happen with a team and a strong voice, and you have fantastic people speaking for you on your behalf to make sure that I can do my job the way I’m supposed to do it.”

Foundation board chair Laverne Asselstine said the funding for sprinklers at the Lodge was a case of money well spent.

“This funding is going to ... make things a whole lot safer for this facility,” he said.”

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Sylvan Lake Bantam AA Lakers celebrate their 2015 South Central Alberta Hockey League triumph.

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Bantam AA Lakers cap incredible season with league championship win SUBMITTED SPECIAL TO SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

The Sylvan Lake Bantam AA Lakers have captured the 2015 South Central Alberta Hockey League Bantam AA Championship. They beat the Lethbridge Hurricanes by three games to one in the final series.

The Hurricanes won the first game 6-3 in Lethbridge, but the Lakers came back and won three straight (3-2, 2-1

(3OT), 5-1) to clinch the series. Game 3 was pivotal as the Lakers came out on top 2-1 in triple overtime. Adam Sylvester tallied the game winner at 18:14 of triple overtime.

“To win a championship like this rare,” said head coach Pat Garritty. “Every player on this team contributed to this which makes it even more special. We preached team first from day one and that is exactly what we got in the end. I could not be more proud of these young men.”

Along the way, the Lakers had to defeat four teams: Olds (two games to one), Airdrie (two games to none), Bow Valley (two games to one) and Lethbridge (three games to one) and outscored their opponents 50-25 along the way.

The Lakers had an incredible season with a record of 41-11-4. They finished first in the North Division during the regular season, were Zone 4 Champions and won the League Championship.

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Goalkeeper Jordan Henderson helped the Red Deer-based team seal the Division 1 Central Alberta Men’s Indoor League

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INVITATION TO TENDER for Sylvan Lake Minor Hockey Association Administrator Position duties will consist of the following: • Data Entry • Registrations for Hockey Alberta • Processing documents and cash for SLMHA operations • Effectively act as a liaison between the SLMHA Board and members.

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Sealed tenders can be sent to: Sylvan Lake Minor Hockey Association Tender for bid - Administrator Box 9089 Sylvan Lake, AB – T4S 1S6 Attention: Blair Mack - President Or emailed to: president@sylvanlakeminorhockey.com All tenders must be received no later than 5pm MST on April 25/2015.

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Championship by defeating Canadian University College 3-1 March 15.

Synik ended its season with a solid 15 wins, two ties and one loss. Captain Cole Grantham felt Henderson’s contributions as a goalkeeper were integral to the team’s success.

“We have the best indoor keeper in Central Alberta with Henderson, and he gives a chance to win when we need it most,” he said.

Henderson joined Synik following a ten-year break from the game.

Following their league success, Synik players competed at provincial championships in Lethbridge later in the month, where they finished with a 1-1-1 record, beating Calgary, tying Edmonton and losing to Lethbridge.

The team’s showing at the tournament, Grantham felt, marked a respectable end to the season.

“We are still a relatively new organization in the Central Alberta soccer community,” he said. “We came together at the right time and played the best games when it counted the most.”

The team is recruiting for the upcoming outdoor season, with open tryouts taking place in April.

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Champions - The Sylvan Lake Atom A Lakers hockey team won the league championship after a 4-3 final game victory in Hughenden March 21. Back

row: Coaches Derek Weimer, Ryan Lucas, Blair Mack, Jody Junk, Zenon Komarniski. Middle row: Zachery Welsh, Jakob Weimer, Ethan Gress, Asher Michael, Kain Watson, Ethan Mackie, Justin Lucas, Seth Rosentreter, Luke Hadland, Thai Mack, Kai Stephansson. Front row: Aiden Komarniski, Landyn Sigfusson, Avery Weik, Brennan Stene, Jaxon Junk.

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Weekend Fight Like Mike fundraiser a major success JASMINE O’HALLORAN–HAN SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

A two-day fundraiser in support of Sylvan Lake resident Michael Arthur, who’s currently battling leukemia, proved a major success, raising over $40,000.

During the event, Novice, Atom and Peewee division hockey players played three-on-three hockey and wore jerseys all bearing the number six on the back and a Fight Like Mike ribbon on the front.

Silent and live auctions and a musical performance by West of the Fifth provided fundraising and entertainment on Saturday. Atom AA Lakers hockey coach Travis Brigley said the music, auctions and games for kids attracted about two hundred people. He said the live auction raised about $27,000.

“Everything ran very well and everything was smooth,” he said. “It was lots of fun and the kids had a blast. It’s amazing what this community can do in such a short period of time, and all the help and volunteers — it’s cool to see people come together.”

He added people came from both Sylvan Lake and out of town to support the event.

“It helped out a great family,” Brigley said. “It was a great time.”

Brigley said he’s heard how much fun people had and received a lot of positive feedback following the event. Volunteers were thanked for making it happen.

Seeing hockey players having a good time while wearing Arthur’s number was a particular highlight,

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“Watching those kids get those jerseys and understanding what they are playing for and why they are doing it was probably the coolest part for me,” Brigley said. “Seeing the kids smiling and playing and having fun — that’s the part that I liked.

That’s why you do it.”

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RDC working hard to mitigate impact of budget reductions Dear Editor, I could comment on cuts to post-secondary budgets over the last six years, but I won’t. I could comment on why an investment in postsecondary education is important in a time when those who have lost their jobs and wish to retrain or reskill may not have the opportunity to do so, but I won’t. I have a bias — I am the president of Red Deer College and it would seem self-serving to make the case for support when so many other sectors have been affected by cuts as well. We all have to do our part, and we at RDC understand and accept that.

What needs comment is the impact of budget reductions on our ability to achieve our mandate. Quite simply, we will serve fewer students, deliver fewer programs, and provide fewer services to our learners. As we make our decisions on what programs and services will be affected, we use a well-developed model of program and service review, consider the impact on learners, faculty and staff, the economic impact on the region we serve, and we consider the community and political implications.

Not everyone will agree with our decisions, and while we respect and encourage their passion to fight for what they believe, the reality is clear — we can’t afford to do everything we are doing and in the same way. Change is inevitable.

In spite of difficult financial times, the RDC Board of Governors, in collaboration with our communities, has articulated a powerful, future focused plan to position our college to transition to Polytechnic University status. This comprehensive university model builds on our offerings of trades and apprenticeship programs, one-year certificates, twoyear diplomas, university transfer, adult upgrading, continuing education and critically, the ability for us to offer our own degrees. The cost to people having to leave our region for degrees is not restricted to the loss of talent that doesn’t return.

There is also the heavy cost of having to move to the city.

This burden falls on families or takes the form of debilitating student debt. This

prospect deters many from even pursuing degree-level education in the first place.

The impact of the budget reductions won’t deter us

from our path. We will get through this; we always do.

More than 30,000 Albertans are predicted to lose their jobs this year. Job loss will

occur across all sectors of the economy. To those who lose their jobs, and to their families who will be impacted, no words will suffice to ease

their worries. It would be disingenuous to try. At RDC we will do our very best to mitigate the impact of the reductions to our budget on

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GARDNER Thelma Alberta Marie 1926 - 2015 Mrs. Thelma Alberta Marie Gardner (nee Kjorsvik) passed away after a brief illness at Bethany Sylvan Lake, Alberta on Friday, March 20, 2015 at the age of 88 years. Thelma, the youngest child was born to parents, Albert and Minnie Kjorsvik on December 26, 1926 at Olds, Alberta; and was raised at Eagle Hill, west of Olds.

Thelma’s first job was at the Olds Hospital, where she worked as a Nurse’s Aide. As she grew older, she attended Henderson College of Business at Calgary, Alberta. This introduced her to the Banking Business; a career which lasted twenty-five years in Calgary for the Bank of Montreal.

Thelma met her husband Don in March 1947 and they married on December 20, 1947. Together, they shared nearly sixty wonderful and happy years. Thelma and Don retired at the Fairmont Area of Invermere, British Columbia between 1981 and 1982. They greatly enjoyed living there and gave their heart and soul to their community; playing Bridge, Golf and Curling; as well as many other hobbies and passions.

Thelma moved back to Alberta early on in 2008 when her health began to fail and she needed extra care. Her final move was to Bethany Sylvan Lake, where she lived until her passing. Thelma will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Cheryl (Darcy) Platt, daughter-in-law, Dianne Gardner, five grandchildren, Amber, Peter, Brad (Tara), Cara and Natalie and eight great grandchildren. Thelma was predeceased by her husband, Don in 2007 and a son, Rick in 2003. A Celebration of Thelma’s Life was held at Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer, Alberta on Friday, March 27, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. If desired, Memorial Donations in Thelma’s honor may be made directly to the Alzheimer’s Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories at www.alzheimer.ca/ab. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to all the Doctors, Nurses and Staff at Bethany Sylvan Lake for their compassionate and respectful care and kindness to Thelma.

Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements in care of Rhian Solecki, Funeral Director at PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040.

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MEIDINGER Laura (Lorie) Augusta Jan. 11,1936 to Mar. 29,2015 Laura Augusta Meidinger of Sylvan Lake, Alberta passed away peacefully at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Sunday, March 29, 2015 at the age of 79 after a 4 year battle with heart complications.

Laura will always be remembered for her selfless caring and concern for others. She will be missed greatly by her son and daughter-in-law, Kylie and Valerie Merrill, grandson Landen, grand daughter Shauna, great grand daughters, Jenna and Neveah. Her daughter and son-in-law, Kim and Joe Puglia, grand son’s Domenic & wife Jennifer and Gabriel.

A Memorial Service for family and friends in Laura’s honor will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at St. Mary’s and St. Timothy’s Anglican Church, 4308 50 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, Alberta at 2:00p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Charity of their choice.

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Meats in Mirror, AB Requirements: Current non Req’s a BUTCHER immed. restricted ACP registration, MUST BE Valid Class 4 licence, EXPERIENCED Drivers abstract, ACLS, meat cutting, deboning, PALS, ITLS certifications, sausage making and kill Criminal Record check floor work. F/T (44 HRS) with vulnerable sector permanent position, check, Completion of $18/hr. Please call Alberta Health Services 403-391-6061 Emergency Medical Services Medical Control PEMBINA RIVER Natural Protocols is an asset. This Gas Co-op Ltd. is an excellent opportunity Employment Opportunity for an EMT Paramedic Natural Gas Utility who values work and life Operator. We are seeking balance and who wishes the right individual to join to be a leader within a our team as a full-time terrific team of dedicated employee. Experience in professionals. Please the operation of a Natural contact Margaret Cox, Pincher Creek Emergency Gas Distribution System is Services at 403-627-5333 preferred. Computer skills, or by fax at 403-627-3502. strong public relations and a willingness to learn are Email: also important for this posimargpcambulance tion. For those without @gmail.com. experience we are willing to train the right individual.

We offer a competitive salary, benefit package and pension plan. Only applicants selected for an Tell everyone with interview will be contacted. Please send a Milestone resumes to Pembina River Announcement Natural Gas Co-op.

Attention: General Manager. P.O. Box 122, Jarvie, AB, T0G 1H0 or email: pemgas@mcsnet.ca.

Fax 780-954-3844.

Deadline for resumes is 1.877.223.3311 April 6, 2015.

Just had a baby?

20 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Business Opportunities

THURSDAY, APR. 2, 2015

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SAWMILLS from only $4,397. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & dvd: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT. 1-800-566-6899 ext. 400OT.

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Help

INTERESTED IN the Community Newspaper business? Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. FREE. Visit: awna.com/ for-job-seekers.

Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY Caregivers/ Aides

880

Misc.

Help

710

The Sylvan Lake Foundation is currently hiring for casual positions at the Sylvan Lake Lodge.

Applicants must be available for all shifts including cooking.

A Criminal Record check is mandatory.

Please bring or fax application To Sylvan Lake Lodge Attention: Dale Aasen 100, 4620-47 Avenue Fax: 403-887-6039

Employment Training

900

MEDICAL TRAINEES needed now! Hospitals & doctor’s offices need certified medical office & administrative staff! No experience needed! We can get you trained! Local job placement assistance available when training is completed. Call for program details!

1-888-627-0297.

Looking for a new pet?

Check out Classifieds to find the purrfect pet.

Automotive

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Hours: M-F 8-5

Business Services #1000 - #1430

Accounting

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AUTO • RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL MOBILE SERVICE

Domestic, Import & Diesel Repair

403-887-2340

QUALIFICATIONS: • High School, including or supplemented by related training • Health Care Aide certificate from a program recognized by the Alberta Government (Alberta Health Services) is required • WHMIS training an asset • Some related experience in congregate living or care environment REQUIREMENTS: • Basic computer skills required, including ability to: open, read and send emails.

• Ability to access and utilize network information (internet and/or intranet) to access resource material and communication.

PAY RANGE: C L A C Collective Agreement $17.78 to $20.71 CONTACT:

Human Resources The Bethany Group 4612 - 53 Street Camrose, AB T4V 1Y6 Fax: 780-679-2001 Email: hr@bethanygrp.ca

WE ARE A NEW CAR WARRANTY APPROVED MAINTENANCE FACILITY

Imports • Domestic • Trucks • SUV • Diesel Repairs

403-887-0440 service@sylvanlakeautopro.com

1A Industrial Drive Directly behind our old location

Contractors

INNISFAIL Penhold Olds Sylvan Lake Please call Debbie for details 403-314-4307

Chain Link Fences Wood Fences Decks Interior Framing Finish Work

ART LAKE 403-304-0727 (cell) 403-887-3760 CLASSIFIED Want Ads do more things for more people than any other form of advertising. Phone 1-877223-3311

MÉTIS YOUTH SUMMER PLACEMENT PROGRAM

Squeezthee MOST out of your advertising dollars Place your ad in this newspaper and12345 province wide $

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Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association toll free 1-800-282-6903 x228 email andrea@awna.com or visit this community newspaper

CALL SHELLEY

403-340-8666 REFORESTATION NURSERY SEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Full boxes as low as $0.99/tree. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee.

1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca.

Legal Services

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CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon.

U.S. travel waiver.

Divorce? Simple. Fast.

Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000.

Calgary 403-228-1300/ 1-800-347-2540.

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Services

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Funded in part by the Government of Canada.

Are you a Métis student in the last year of post-secondary studies, or an apprentice in technical training? Now you can apply for financial assistance from the comfort of your couch/car/cafe.

Visit apply.rupertsland.org on your computer, tablet or mobile device!

Of if you’d still like to talk to us you can! Call toll-free at 1-888-486-3847 or visit metisemployment.ca to find the office nearest you.

Personal Services

1315

HIP OR KNEE Replacement? Problems with mobility? The Disability Tax Credit. $2,000 yearly tax credit. $20,000 lump sum refund.

For assistance call 1-844-453-5372.

Rental Equipment

1340

• General Equipment Rental • STIHL Products Dealer

920 Let us amplify your message!

#30 Industrial Drive 403-887-0012

WE CAN MAKE IT EASIER!

Roofing

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plus GST/HST

Value Ad Network

(Top Soil, Sand & Gravel)

Property Clean Ups & Junk Removal

NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds.

Reach GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228. over 1 million readers weekly. Only $269. +

ONLINE APPLIACTIONS APPLICATIONS ONLINE

870

5CustomStar Landscaping & Design

www.windoorinst.com

If you’re a Métis youth between 15 – 30 years old, and going back to school this fall, Métis Training to Employment Services can give you the assistance you need to land that summer job where you can gain employable skills and the pay cheque you deserve.

Call 1-888-48-MÉTIS (1-888-486-3847) online at: www.metisemployment.ca

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403-318-1760

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Career Planning

Len Campbell Owner/Operator 8 Cuendet Industrial Way, Sylvan Lake

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We sincerely thank all candidates for their application; however only those selected for interview will be contacted

with a combined circulation of over 800,000 for only...

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Funded in part by the Government of Canada.

Funded in part by the Government of Canada.

A current Police Information Check is a pre-employment requirement for new employees to The Bethany Group

Business Opportunities

• • • • •

To deliver the CENTRAL AB LIFE 1 day a week in:

CLOSING DATE: April 7, 2015

403-887-2200

Landscaping NEW FACILITY

Chartered Accountants & Business Advisors

CARRIERS REQUIRED

Employment Training

24 HOUR COMMERCIAL EMERGENCY SERVICE

www.rapidauto.org

Advocate Opportunities

POSITION SUMMARY: Lodge Support Aides, working in a health care aide capacity, will provide personal care, support and some housekeeping services for the residents in Designated Supportive Living.

They may be required to assist with residents in the Lodge in emergency or urgent situations.

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#6, 20A Sylvaire Close

403-887-3260 MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand #103 Railside Plaza, career in Canada 4505 – 50 Avenue ! Employers have work-at-home positions Sylvan Lake, Alberta available. Get the online www.strategisgroupca.com training you need from an employer-trusted program.

Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or FOR fast results: Classified 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at- Want Ads. Phone 1-877223-3311. home career today!

Casual - Lodge Support Aides Eckville Manor House - Eckville, AB

Glass Shops

Add this feature to your next career ad booking

Call for more details 1-800-282-6903 ext 235

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METAL ROOFING & SIDING. 30+ colours available at over 40 Distributors. 40 year warranty. 48 hour Express Service available at select supporting Distributors.

Call 1-888-263-8254.

Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990 Aircraft ..............................1510 Antiques & Art ..................1520 Auctions ............................1530 Bicycles ............................1540 Building Supplies ..............1550 Business Machines ..........1560 Cameras & Accessories ..1570 Children’s Items ................1580 Clothing ............................1590 Computers ........................1600 Concert & Event Tickets ..1610 Equipment - Misc. ............1620 Equipment - Heavy ..........1630 Tools ................................1640 Farmers’ Market & Food Basket......................1650 Firewood ..........................1660 Lumber ............................1670 Garden Supplies ..............1680 Lawn Tractors ..................1690 Health, Dietary, Beauty ....1700 Household Appliances......1710 Household Furnishings ....1720 TV’s, Stereos, VCR’s ........1730 Hot Tubs & Accessories ..1740 Jewellery ..........................1750 Kid’s Deals........................1755 Misc. For Sale ..................1760 Musical Instruments..........1770 Music Lessons..................1780 Piano & Organs ................1790 Office Supplies ................1800 Pets & Supplies ................1810 Pet Services ....................1820 Cats ..................................1830 Dogs ................................1840 Sports Cards ....................1850 Sporting Goods ................1860 Collectors’ Items ..............1870 Swap, Barter & Trade ......1880 Travel Packages ..............1900 Wedding Supplies ............1910 Recycled Products............1920 Wanted to Buy ..................1930 Items to Give Away ..........1940

Auctions

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COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION. 5th Annual Edmonton Motor Show Collector Car Auction.

April 10 - 12. Edmonton Expo Centre. Over 80,000 spectators. Over 80% sold last year. Consign today.

1-888-296-0528 ext. 102; EGauctions.com.

MEIER SPRING Classic Car & Truck Auction.

Saturday & Sunday, May 2 & 3, 11 a.m.

6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Consign today, call 780-440-1860.

UNDEVELOPED LAND in Okotoks, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, April 29 in Edmonton.

80+/- acres just North of Okotoks town limit.

Currently Zoned A Agricultural District. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; rbauction.com/realestate.

Central Alberta’s Largest Car Lot in Classifieds UNRESERVED AUCTION. Terarosa Antiques, furniture, oil & gas, slot machine, chuckwagon, advertising, collectibles and more. 10 a.m., Saturday, April 4; www.scribnernet.com or 780-842-5666. Location: Marsden, Saskatchewan.

WHEATLAND AUCTIONS Spring Consignment Auction. April 18, 10 a.m. in Cheadle, Alberta. Farm equipment, vehicles, heavy equipment, RVs, etc.

Consign now! Call 403-669-1109; www.wheatlandauctions.com

EquipmentMisc.

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A-STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers. Used 20’ & 40’ Seacans high cube & insulated containers 40’ HC. Winter Specials in stock now. Self CLASSIFIEDS Sell it Best! To unloading delivery. Phone place your ad phone 1-877- toll free 1-866-528-7108; 223-3311 www.rtccontainer.com.

THURSDAY, APR. 2, 2015

Firewood

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LOGS

Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar.

Price depends on location.

Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346

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

HOW can you make your phone ring and make some quick cash?

Place your ad here . . .

Phone 1-877-223-3311

Well Drilling

1400

Grain, Feed Hay

2190

HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola.

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

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

Condos/ Townhouses

3030

2 BDRM. Condo Sylvan Lake w/parking. $1200/incl. N/P, N/S, May 1. 403-630-8515 to view.

DO YOU WANT YOUR AD TO BE READ BY

For Rent #3000 - #3200

3030

Classified Advertising

2 BDRM. 1 1/2 bath condo townhouse unit in Sylvan, avail. now 403-341-9974

Well Drilling

1400

SERVING CENTRAL ALBERTA RURAL REGION

CALL 1-877-223-3311 Well Drilling

1400

4020

Houses For Sale

TRY

EXECUTIVE BUNGALOW - 3842+/- sq. ft. on 33.98 title acres & 5.50 Acre Lot w/32, 440+/- sq. ft.

Commercial Industrial Buildings. Ritchie Bros.

Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, May 7, Getkate Property near Lethbridge, Alberta. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; rbauction.com/realestate.

TELL it all! Tell it well! Make your ads sell for you by giving full description of goods or services offered. Include prices and terms. Phone 1-877-223-3311 for a friendly ad taker.

GRAND THEFT

AT THE LAKE Executive 5 bdrm., 3 bath, Att. 4 + Garage.

Secluded, Quiet. Boat Dock, Beyond affordable, BELOW Replacement @ $749k. Dori Westin, Coldwell Banker Ontrack Realty 403-357-9010

Condos/ Townhouses

4040

2 BDRM. Condo Sylvan Lake w/parking.N/P, N/S, May 1. $187,900 403-630-8515 to view.

Acreages

4050

HIGH and DRY

4 Acres, 1 Mile E of Caroline, Trees on N Property Line, Power to Property, $129,000.

Dori Westin, Coldwell Banker ONTRACK Realty 403-357-9010

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Acreages

4050

Cars

Financial #4400 - #4430

Buy it.

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

Realtors & Services..........4010 Houses for Sale................4020 Houses Wanted ................4030 Condos/Townhouses ........4040 Acreages ..........................4050 Acreages Wanted ............4060 Farms/Land ......................4070 Farms/Land Wanted ........4080 Manufactured/ Mobile Homes ..................4090 Income Property ..............4100 Commercial Property ......4110 Industrial Property ............4120 Cottages/Resort Property ..4130 Businesses for Sale..........4140 Buildings for Sale ............4150 Lots for Sale ....................4160 Out of Town Property ......4170 Investment Opportunities ..4180 Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190

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

100,000 Potential Buyers???

4020

Real Estate #4000 - #4190

3060

Suites

SELLING ORGANIC/ conventional Sweet Clover, Red Clover, Alfalfa, Smooth and Meadow Brome, Crestedwheat, Timothy, Sainfoin. Milk Vetch. Free delivery on larger orders! Pasture and hay blends. Birch Rose Acres Ltd., Star City, SK. Phone 306-863-2900; ivanaudrey@sasktel.net.

Condos/ Townhouses

Houses For Sale

309-3300 1-877-223-3311

Meticulous & Unique 2184 Sq. Ft. 2 Bdrm., 3 Bath, 2.69 Acres.

Heated Shop. Tranquil Crick trickles thru. Mins. to Sundre. $437,000 Dori Westin, Coldwell Banker ONTRACK Realty 403-357-9010

4090

Manufactured Homes

CHOOSE FROM 8 Brand New Triple M 20x76 kitchen special spec manufactured homes starting at $138,500 and save over $5000! For more information call United Homes Canada 1-800-461-7632 or visit our site at www.unitedhomescanada.com FINAL CLEARANCE SALE. Check out the discounts on all of our 2014 homes left on our lot. We have two 20 wide homes and one 16’ wide left. For information call Marg at Craigs Home Sales in Lethbridge.

1-855-380-2266. We deliver up to 300 km free.

SILVERWOOD LUXURY Modular Log Homes. Show Home 311 - 36 Ave. SE, Calgary. Discover how we can design, build & finish your custom log home in weeks. 1-855-598-4120; www. silverwoodloghomes.ca.

Businesses For Sale

4140

HIGH CASH PRODUCING vending machines. $1.00 vend = .70 profit. All on location in your area.

Selling due to illness. Call 1-866-668-6629 for details.

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

Money To Loan

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5030

2012 Mustang 6 spd. manual shift, 3.7 litre, upgraded tires and rims, sporty, black. 56,012KM, $14,000.00 obo. 843-6516

Motorcycles

5080

4430

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

GET BACK on track!

Bad credit? Bills?

Unemployed? Need money? We lend! If you own your own home you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420; www.pioneerwest.com.

2006 HONDA GOLDWING TRIKE

w/Lehman Monarch 2 trike kit. This unit is loaded with all options plus lots of extra chrome. 49,500 kms.

Bike was triked in 2011.

Asking $33,000 Call (403)318-4653

Misc.

Automotive

5240

FREE SCRAP and truck removal including farm machinery. We pay cash at our yard.

1-780-914-7560; www.sturgeonbusparts.ca.

Transportation #5000-5300 Automotive Services ........5010 Antique & Classic Autos ....5020 Cars ..................................5030 SUV’s................................5040 Trucks ..............................5050 Heavy Trucks....................5060 Vans/Buses ......................5070 Motorcycles ......................5080 Campers ..........................5090 Motorhomes......................5100 5th Wheels........................5110 Holiday Trailers ................5120 Tent Trailers ......................5130 Utility Trailers ....................5140 ATV’s ................................5150 Boats & Marine ................5160 Snowmobiles ....................5170 Tires, Parts & Accessories ......................5180 Auto Wreckers ..................5190 Vehicles Wanted ..............5200 Car/Truck Rental ..............5210 Recreational Vehicle Rental ..............................5220 Trailer Rental ....................5230 Misc. Automotive ..............5240 RV’s ..................................5300

Public Notice #6000 Public Notices ..................6010 Special Features ..............6050

AN EXCELLENT CHOICE WHERE YOUR AD REACHES RURAL READERS

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

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

JIM’S SEPTIC TANK Service

CUSTOM WINDOW FASHIONS FOR LESS UP TO 70% OFF! ✓Quality Fashions ✓Great Service ✓BEST Price custom to ďŹ t your windows

www.jimsseptic.ca

• Septic Tanks • Campgrounds

• Camps • RVs • Holding Tanks

• Barn Pits • Lagoons

We also oer PORTABLE TOILET RENTALS

403-748-2628

Toll Free 1-877-292-6777 sales@jimsseptic.ca • Residential 24 • Commercial OUR H • Farm RVICE SE • Snow Removal • Tree Cutting • Landscaping • Skid Steering Service • Parking Lot Sweeping • Site Prep & Clean up • Property Maintenance • Handyman Service • Trucking (Sand/Gravel/Top Soil)

Ron • 403.357.7875

Call or email us today for a free measure and quote.

A to Z Blinds

Angela Ziefie phone 403.864.0336 cell 403.358.0336 atozcustomblinds@gmail.com www.atozcustomblinds.com

A&R Handyman Service

• Bobcat work • Installation Windows & Doors • Snow Removal • Bathroom & Kitchen Renos • Basement Finishing • Vinyl Siding & much • Fence & Deck Building much more! • Garage & Shed Building & Finishing Ron Rustad Local Owner/Operator

780-872-9695

ron@arhandyman.ca • www.arhandyman.ca

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

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

Call Al for a free estimate:

403-782-2997

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& EXTERIORS

22 2 2 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015

Fight Like MIKE Head to head

Players went head to head in three-on-three hockey in support of Michael Arthur at the Multiplex over the weekend. Arthur is a young Sylvan Lake resident who was recently diagnosed with leukemia. The weekend fundraising hockey tournament and various events accompanying it raised more than $40,000 $ , in support pp of Arthur.

JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN

Supporting Mike

- Students took on teachers in a close game of hockey last Thursday in support of Sylvan Lake resident Michael Arthur, who’s currently battling leukemia. The Fox Run Hockey Academy Charity game saw students of École Fox Run School narrowly defeat the team of teachers from CP Blakely School, École HJ Cody School and École Fox Run School 9-8 at the Multiplex. About $300 was raised for Arthur through the event.

JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HAN

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Fundraising support

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THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015

BOWER PLACE EASTER COLOURING CONTEST Please return your entry in person at Bower Place Guest Services in the Food Court by no later than April 4, 2015.

Name

Age

Phone Number

Adult Contact

Email Address F Yes! I would like to

First Name: Age:

register for the new Bower Place Kids Club for exclusive access to special events for kids aged 7-14 at Bower Place, and of course, free giveaways including Bower Place swag and Bower Place Gift Cards!

Please ask your parents first.

We will award 25 Bower Place Gift Cards worth $25! Winners will be chosen at random. All entries will be displayed at Centre Court. Winners will be contacted on Monday, April 5, 2015.

HUDSON’S BAY, SEARS, TOYS ‘R’ US AND OVER 115 MORE STORES TO BRING COLOUR TO YOUR LIFE.

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THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015

LORNE THERRIAULT

ROBERT POPILCHAK

403.396.1584 lorne@isellsylvanlake.com

403.350.8708 robertpopilchak@remax.net

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21 Cole Way

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13 Hummingbird Lane, Half Moon Bay

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for more info and pictures

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