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Democracy in our hands BILL BANNING POLITICAL DONATIONS FROM CORPORATIONS, UNIONS PASSES BY THE CANADIAN PRESS EDMONTON — The flagship first bill of Alberta’s new NDP government that bans corporate and union donations to political parties has passed in the legislature. Opponents, however, say much work remains to be done to close the loopholes.

Bill 1, An Act to Renew Democracy in Alberta, passed unanimously in third reading late Monday night, and when signed into law will ban donations retroactively to June 15. “It puts the power back in the hands of Alberta citizens rather than those with the deepest pockets in terms of determining the political future of this province,” Justice Minister Kathleen Ganley said Tuesday. Ganley acknowledged there was criticism of the

retroactive cutoff date, tied to when the bill was introduced in the house. But she said the NDP had signalled for months that it wanted to end the donations, and it was crucial to not give anyone unfair advantage through a last-minute rush of donations. “I think there was sufficient notice,” said Ganley. “I think it was the right way to put it through.”

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‘Somebody out there knows something’ PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR REFUSES TO GIVE UP SEARCH FOR CLUES BY CRYSTAL RHYNO ADVOCATE STAFF Private investigator Ray Michalko is not convinced the infamous Highway of Tears cases of missing or murdered women will ever be solved. But the former North Vancouver Mountie is not giving up his search for clues that may one day lead to what happened to Red Deer’s Nicole Hoar and eight other women along Hwy 16 between Prince George and Prince Rupert. Hoar, 25, vanished while hitchhiking on the remote highway west of Prince George in June 2002. Bound for Smithers, B.C., to visit her sister, Hoar was last seen in front of a gas station. This month Nicole Hoar marks the 13th anniversary of her disappearance. Police confirm her case remains as part of the RCMP’s Project E-Pana, a special task force charged with reviewing and investigating missing women in northern and central British Columbia. Seventeen of the 18 cases remain unsolved. Michalko says he’s been a thorn in the police’s side over the years. A few years ago, he was sent a letter from the RCMP that he may be charged with obstructing justice. “They are very territorial,” he said. “As far as they are concerned, I have no business doing this.” But he will continue to send them tips when he comes up with solid evidence or leads. Since 2005, Michalko has been investigating the nine missing and murdered women on his own dime. Michalko, who worked as an RCMP officer for nearly 10 years before quitting, decided to get involved because he felt he could do a better job than the police. The tips have slowed down in recent years and there has been little progress. However, Michalko believes there are still clues to be found. “In many cases, people have died since then,” he said. “I am a firm believer that somebody out there knows something.” In the early days, Michalko believed a serial killer was responsible for the all disappearances. But now he believes two or three cases may be the work of a serial killer and the majority of the women were simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. Michalko finds Hoar’s case particularly interesting because she went missing close to where teenager Leah Germaine’s body was found in 1994.

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Eastview Middle School Grade 6 student Austin Mitchell climbs to the top of the pyramid net structure in the new activity centre at the school on Tuesday. The new activity centre has been three years in the making and was finally erected last week by volunteers. Disc golf, tether ball, an outdoor gym, and several other apparatus are included in the site to help promote physical activity. The $200,000 project came about after some Eastview Middle School students told the school’s parent council there wasn’t enough to do on school grounds. Up until last week, only basketball and beach volley ball courts were available for students.

Mother denies abusing children BY PAUL COWLEY ADVOCATE STAFF A Red Deer mother denied in court on Tuesday that she sexually assaulted one of her sons or regularly abused all four of her children. Taking the stand in her own defence, the 63-yearold said she had no idea why one of her sons would accuse her of climbing into his bed and sexually assaulting him between 10 and 15 times when he was between the ages of 12 and 15. He first accused her of the sexual abuse in 2004 and then stopped speaking to her, she testified in Red Deer provincial court. Asked by defence lawyer Dave Inglis if her son provided any details of the alleged abuse. “Not to me,” she answered. The former licensed practical nurse admitted she once punched her other son in the face when he was about nine years old giving him black eyes. But that was the only time something like that happened, she said. “I felt so ashamed of myself for hitting my own boy,” she said, choking back emotion. “I apologized to him many times about that.” The only punishments her two sons and two daughters received was to be paddled on the buttocks with a wooden or plastic spoon or spatula, she testified. It was part of a discipline plan that she and her husband had agreed on. The woman faces charges of sexual assault, sexual interference, assault causing bodily harm, aggravated assault and assault. The charges are in relation to

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what the Crown says was a long series of abuses during the 1980s and 1990s. They lived for most of that period on a Bentley-area farm. The accused’s identity and the identity of her children are protected by a court-ordered publication ban. The mother denied the litany of beatings described by her children during earlier testimony, including striking them in the head, dragging them by their hair and beating them on their backs and legs. One son testified about being cut with a knife and hit with a butcher knife, which she denied. “In my mind, it did not happen.” Another son’s claims in testimony earlier that day that she hit him almost daily? “Not true,” she said. The children’s father, the accused’s husband of 43 years, also took the stand and described a home where he dealt out spankings with a couple of swats on the youngster’s clothed buttocks with a spoon. A retired police officer and firefighter, he said that other than the one incident with the black eyes he didn’t see any other injuries on the children other than red marks from being spanked on the buttocks.

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BY THE CANADIAN PRESS VANCOUVER — A woman who was sexually assaulted by David Pickton, the brother of serial killer Robert Pickton, has testified she was told to leave town or she would be chopped into pieces. B.C. Supreme Court heard Tuesday that David Pickton was convicted in criminal court in 1992 of fondling the woman inside a trailer at a Burnaby, B.C., construction site, east of Vancouver. He’s now being sued for compensation for psychological harm, lost income and punitive damages over the 1991 assault. The woman told the trial that Pickton touched her crotch through her clothes before threatening rape. The now 55-year-old woman testified that a coworker operating an excavation machine called her over and gave her a warning she believes was on Pickton’s behalf. “’If you take this to court, they’re going to cut you up and chop you in so many pieces you’re never going to be found,”’ the woman recalled the man saying. “And I said, ‘That’s ridiculous, everybody’s going to know it was David Pickton, why would he do that? That’s stupid.’ And he said, ’What does it matter to your son, if you’re already dead?”’ She covered her eyes with one hand, while recalling being advised she “better get out of town.” The Canadian Press is not naming the woman because she is a sexual assault victim. A bearded and hefty Pickton, sitting in court dressed in a wrinkled short-sleeved shirt, rubbersoled shoes and gelled hair, snickered at the same moment the woman mentioned the murder threat. Two plainclothes police officers attended the site after she reported the sex assault, court heard. But once she received the death threat, she felt her only option was to leave. “I thought they were going to spread me in the concrete,” she said, explaining her interpretation at the time. “I didn’t know anything about them, I didn’t know anything about their place, about Piggy’s Palace, none of that.”

The bill received all-party support, including votes from the opposition Progressive Conservatives, who have traditionally received most of their donations from corporations. The NDP has accrued about 10 per cent of its contributions from unions. PC Leader Ric McIver said an amendment, proposed by the Wildrose and passed by the house, to block a loophole allowing unions and corporations to make loan payments to political parties, made the bill more palatable. A week ago, McIver denounced the bill during a news conference. At that time, he told reporters the bill would tilt the fundraising playing field in favour of the NDP. He also said the bill would not stop corporate donations but would simply see business people use loopholes to get around the rules. Wildrose party Leader Brian Jean said Tuesday the bill still allows unions and corporations to make loan guarantees to political parties and to donate their employees’ paid time. “We were pleased that the bill passed. It will strengthen the democratic process for all Albertans,” said Jean in a statement. “However, we are very concerned that the NDP government left two significant loopholes.” Government house leader Brian Mason said the bill is just the first step toward broader democratic reforms that will soon be examined by a new legislature committee. “There will be plenty of time on an all-party basis to examine all of those issues,” he said. The bill keeps individual donation limits at $15,000 a year. Alberta Party Leader Greg Clark tried to get that donation limit reduced to $5,000 a year, but the motion was defeated.

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Germaine and teens Roxanne Thiara and Ramona Wilson were killed over the span of six months near Hwy 16 in 1994. Hoar is also the only non-Aboriginal who vanished on the Highway of Tears. Michalko said this does not meet the patterns of the other missing women. “There is somebody out there who knows something,” Michalko. “It’s just a matter of plugging away and maybe somebody will get lucky and solve one of these cases. Maybe one of these perpetrators will decide, for whatever reason, to clear their conscience and come forward.” He does hold out hope there will be some breaks in the cases but the more the time passes, the more remote that possibility. Michalko does not like to involve the families in his investigations. “Over the years I talked to a few of them,” he said. “I talked to Nicole’s family but it’s been out of necessity. I don’t want to get involved with the families because I didn’t want to give them any false hope. It was such a long shot that I would come up with anything in the first place.” Hoar’s parents, who continue to live in Red Deer, declined to be interviewed. Two years after she went missing, the family set up the Nicole Hoar Scholarship at Red Deer College.

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ABUSE: Children feared mom would kill them In morning testimony, the son who got the black eyes said he received black eyes from being hit by his mother three other times. Growing up, the children were so afraid of their mother they feared she was capable of killing them, he testified. Questioned by the defence about why he didn’t go to the authorities, he said he didn’t think he would be believed. Teachers and church leaders didn’t seem interested in what he had to say when he was young. Asked why no one seemed to notice the bruising from beatings, he said they were kept home from school when they were fresh. The Crown prosecutor and defence lawyer will make their closing submissions to provincial court Judge James Glass today. pcowley@reddeeradvocate.com

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It started as a $500 scholarship in 2004 and increased to $1,000 in 2006. Eleven students have since received the scholarship. Hoar spent two years at RDC in the bachelor of fine arts transfer program before transferring to the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design, where she earned her degree in fine arts with a major in ceramics. Hoar was accepted into the master of fine arts program just before she went missing. “She made an outstanding impression on us,” said RDC instructor Ian Cook, who helped set up the scholarship with the family and Hoar’s former instructor. “She was a very young and outgoing woman. She valued friends and made a strong impression on her friends and instructors in the program.” He said the Nicole Hoar Scholarship is a lasting legacy that keeps Hoar’s memory alive in the minds of the students and the program. For more information on Project E-Pana, visit www. bc.cb.rcmp-grc.gc.ca crhyno@reddeeradvocate.com

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There was also debate over who fostered the idea of political donation reform. Premier Rachel Notley told the house late Monday that Wildrose is wrong to claim the idea was theirs. Notley said it was NDP policy when she joined up in 2008. “I’m pretty sure the Wildrose didn’t exist then,” Notley told the Wildrose. “Unless you’ve entered a whole new space-time continuum, I think you really, truly have to rethink this notion that the idea was yours and we took it because, in fact, that is not the case.”

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Minister downplays climate talk pire at the end of June,” she said. However, she wouldn’t say if the coming announcement would contain new rules for greenhouse gas emissions from the oilsands. “We are going to be talking with industry over the coming weeks on exactly what our framework looks like. This is the beginning of our process to renew the regulation and to outline our chart forward and our blueprint for how we’re going to proceed in the weeks and months coming up to Paris.” Nations around the world are to meet in Paris next December to table their plans and targets for reducing climate change-causing carbon dioxide emissions. Phillips said this June’s announcement will lay out how the new government plans to develop its strategy. “(We) will be unveiling the plan that moves forward on how we are going to involve Albertans and industry, environmental groups and others in our

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS WINNIPEG — Alberta is still consulting on its much-anticipated new climate strategy just days before a major announcement on it is expected. “We are going to be talking with industry over the coming weeks on exactly what our framework looks like,” said Shannon Phillips, speaking at a meeting of provincial environment ministers in Winnipeg. “We have not yet completed those consultations.” Alberta’s recently elected New Democrat government has promised an announcement on a new strategy to fight climate change by the end of the month. The timing coincides with the expiration of the province’s Specified Gas Emitters Regulation, which lays out the rules for its carbon-pricing scheme. Phillips confirmed Tuesday that rule will be extended. “We are renewing the regulations before they ex-

conversation,” she said. In Winnipeg, the ministers agreed to set up a climate change committee to compare best practices and collaborate on the issue. Provinces have taken varying approaches to the problem, from the capand-trade models in Quebec and Ontario to British Columbia’s carbon tax. Phillips said Alberta’s mind is still open. “We are deliberating on these matters and we are examining all of our alternatives right now so that we can do better on the issue of climate change. These are early days for us, but we are taking a close look at the various models that prevail across the country.” The New Democrats have also promised a review of the royalty rates it imposes on its energy sector. Premier Rachel Notley recently said that the province’s climate change strategy will be linked with that review. The royalty review has not yet begun.

Hunt on for man who rode moose BY THE CANADIAN PRESS A man who jumped onto the back of a moose as it swam across a lake could face animal-harassment charges in British Columbia, but would likely escape the threat of prosecution for a similar stunt in another province given Canada’s patchwork of animalrights laws, an expert said Tuesday. While B.C.’s chief conservation officer said the culprit appears to have committed a serious offence that carries a hefty fine, the Animal Alliance of Canada said the province is one of the few Canadian jurisdictions to have clearly defined rules against harassing animals. Similar rules are in place only in Alberta, Ontario and the Yukon, while Manitoba and Nova Scotia have less stringent regulations, said alliance director Liz White. Other provinces and territories do not address the issue in their various wildlife acts, she said. Punishment would be unlikely to come through the Criminal Code either, White said, since it deals only with the more serious offence of animal cruelty and riding the back of a moose would likely fall short of that high threshold. Still, the man’s actions would be seen as harassment by nearly any standard, she said. “We’re trying to teach people to respect (animals),” White said. “Care for them, love them, observe them, enjoy them, but don’t harass them and don’t get near them. It sounds like this person who did this should heed that advice.” Wildlife authorities in B.C. said they were on the hunt for the man, who was captured on video leaping out of a boat and onto the moose while his companions laugh from a nearby boat. The video, shot at an unknown time and location, was posted to YouTube on Saturday.

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A man is shown swimming away from a moose he chased and mounted in a B.C. lake in this screengrab from an online video. While B.C.’s chief conservation officer said the culprit appears to have committed a serious offence that carries a hefty fine, the Animal Alliance of Canada said the province is one of the few Canadian jurisdictions to have clearly defined rules against harassing animals. Chief Conservation Officer Doug Forsdick said authorities were fielding tips and trying to identify the man, who could face a fine ranging from$345 to $100,000 under harassment legislation designed to distinguish between legitimate hunting activities and those that could cause an animal undue stress. The B.C. Wildlife Act forbids anyone from behaviour that would “worry, exhaust, fatigue, annoy, plague, pester, tease or torment” an animal. Trapping and hunting, however, are explicitly allowed. Some provinces take a different approach: Manitoba, for example, only prohibits harassment from vehicles, while Nova Scotia’s laws apply primarily to dogs. names won’t be released.

Lethbridge supports API Labs proposal to build opium poppy processing plant

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LETHBRIDGE — The City of Lethbridge is supporting a proposal by a company that wants to open Canada’s first commercial opium poppy production facility. API Labs Inc. wants to refine the plants into medicinal opiates such as morphine, codeine and oxycodone. The company was licensed by Health Canada in 2011 to conduct research, but RCMP have expressed concerns that the plan could attract criminals. Glen Metzler, API’s managing director, says it wants to locate the processing plant in Lethbridge, with local farmers growing the poppies on a contract basis. He says the processing plant could create up to 300 jobs and would include a security plan to keep out organized crime. Lethbridge city council has agreed to send a letter of support for the project to the federal government.

Two men die after falling off cliff at scenic lookout spot in western Alberta

EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Rachel Notley and Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi agree that time is of the essence for building infrastructure to reduce the impact of future floods. But after meeting with Nenshi in Edmonton today, Notley says her government is not yet ready to roll out a timeline on getting projects built. Notley’s NDP government is considering the merits of a number of projects to prevent a repeat of the 2013 floods that swamped sections of Calgary and forced thousands from their homes. The premier wants to visit affected communities in southern Alberta and meet with stakeholders, and says she’ll get recommendations to cabinet soon. She says that a review of all infrastructure spending by former Bank of Canada governor David Dodge will not delay decisions on flood mitigation. Dodge is to file his recommendations before the province brings in its budget in October.

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Rise of Harper-phobia WHERE WILL THE DECLINE IN CONSERVATIVE SUPPORT LEAD US? Stephen Harper’s Conservatives went into the last parliamentary stretch of their majority mandate last January with a breeze in their backs in public opinion and amid long-awaited signs that Justin Trudeau’s honeymoon with voters was finally at an end. With a budget replete with tax cuts and a popular piece of anti-terrorism legislation in the making, all seemed to be in place for a timely pre-election realignment CHANTAL of the stars in HÉBERT their favour. Six months later, the budget has fallen flat. Support for the government’s anti-terrorism legislation has steadily declined. Some of the more able members of the caucus have bowed out — including, as of Friday, Industry Minister James Moore. And while the Liberals have consistently bled support over the first half of the year, their decline has not benefited the Conservatives.

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An uptick in party fortunes in Quebec early in the year is increasingly looking like a mirage. In Ontario and British Columbia, the NDP has been on the move in the polls while Conservative support has stalled or declined. Ditto in Atlantic Canada. The New Democrats and the Liberals have long been communicating vessels for opposition votes but there is more than the usual opposition arithmetic at play behind the deficit in support of the Conservatives. By all indications, a sizable proportion of the 2011 supporters that they expected to come home as disenchantment with the Liberals set in are keeping their options open and/or are checking out the New Democrats. That Harper will be campaigning next fall in an environment more hostile than four years ago has always been a given. Like his predecessors, the Conservative leader has become a more polarizing figure with each passing mandate. Having reported from Ontario at the tail end of Pierre Trudeau’s reign in the mid-1980s I saw first hand how rampant fatigue with his ruling party had become by the time he retired. Now as then, regime change has become an overriding incentive for a re-

cord number of voters. Bloc Québécois Leader Gilles Duceppe has been getting a taste of that since his return to the fore. Some otherwise sovereigntist-friendly voters have been questioning the wisdom of potentially facilitating Harper’s reelection by further dividing the opposition vote. With the NDP on the rise nationally, back-to-back visits to Atlantic Canada, Alberta and southeastern Ontario over the past month have confirmed that Quebec is no longer an isolated pocket of anti-Conservative opposition. Those visits elicited a lot of more Harper-phobia than Mulcair-mania. But perhaps what struck me most was how few people were willing to speak up in defence of the government. As opposition to Harper has become more vocal, support for his re-election has become more discreet. That stands in stark contrast with the immediate lead-up to the last campaign when even non-Conservative voters would often readily concede that they felt Harper had managed the global economic crisis with competence. That sentiment was omnipresent in Ontario - where he subsequently won his majority. Four years later, many diehard Conservatives privately admit that they

expected more from their party’s first majority government in almost two decades. They are underwhelmed by the sum of Harper’s third mandate. More than a few of them find it hard to take pride in a team that has chosen to dumb itself down by making ultrapartisan MPs such as Pierre Poilievre and Paul Calandra its poster boys in the House of Commons. Over the past few months Canadians have been more likely to catch a glimpse of some of the more solid members of Harper’s caucus as they take their leave from politics than in action in the House of Commons. Moore’s decision to follow John Baird, Peter MacKay, Christian Paradis and James Rajotte out the door only adds an extra touch to the end-of-reign climate that has attended the last week of the parliamentary sitting. And there is the Senate mess and the unwillingness of the prime minister to make it his job to address it. On that score, the silence of so many otherwise committed Conservatives is eerily reminiscent of the embarrassment that drove many federal Liberals in Quebec to stay home or jump ship to another federalist party in the wake of the sponsorship scandal. Chantal Hébert is a syndicated Toronto Star national affairs writer.

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We’ve climbed the population summit, now we need a pool to match Congratulations to the city and citizens of Red Deer on reaching a goal of over 100,000 residents We can boast now being the third largest city in Alberta population wise. But we are missing a lot of amenities our other sister cities possess. On May 30, I had the privilege of attending our Red Deer Synchronized Swim Club 2015 water show, the finale for the season. I was very impressed by the professionalism of these young ladies. From the coaches to the youngest contenders, they show great potential for winning medals at the 2019 Winter Games. Let’s give them a chance. Our current pool is too small. One of the requirements is that they never touch the bottom of the pool — if they do touch it is a very costly penalty. Could any of you swim and do the synchronize manoeuvre in three feet of water and not touch the bottom? That is one example our swimmers have to overcome in a small pool. They practise in this pool and have to compete in the larger Olympic size pool, which is another disadvantage they have in competition. Our Red Deer swimmers all need an Olympicsized pool; they grew out of this pool long ago. The 100,000-plus citizen would be proud to have a first-class pool for our Canada Winter Games in 2019. Let’s keep all our competitive swimmers at home, where the people who mean the most to them can be there to watch the highs and the lows and the metals being won! Just imagine what an Olympic-size pool will do for Red Deer. Eva Jensen Red Deer

Embracing socialist change sabotages a functioning economy Re: Minimum wage column (Invert economic pyramid, June 22, Advocate) by Greg Neiman: While it was interesting to peruse Greg Neiman’s passionate defence of his beloved NDP’s deeplyflawed plan to increase Alberta’s minimum wage by half in the span of a few years, it was profoundly disappointing to note that the esteemed writer is so ideologically blinded that he can’t get beyond trotting out the usual left-wing tropes. Where to start? How about looking a little deeper into the how and why that has resulted in years of flatlined take-home pay for millions of North American workers. Neiman conveniently failed to address the fact that increased government debts and or taxation over the last several decades have managed to erase the massive productivity gains created by both business and labour in the post-Second World War period, and instead blames “big business.” No mention is made of how massive governmental intrusions into how virtually any product gets made, or how it performs in the marketplace, or even how a service is delivered has completely erased the ability of the free market to build anything cheaper, faster or better. For example, 25 to 30 per cent of the price of any new vehicle purchased goes towards the cost of emissions, safety and fuel economy regulations that have been put in place just since 1995, not to mention past and future regulatory hurdles. It’s worth noting that the current Obama admin-

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istration added 2,185 new regulations to everything from the workplace to marketplace in 2013 alone, with projections towards at least 18,000 new regulations against the American people during his presidential term. Many of those regulations will be aped by Canadian federal or provincial governments. Each has a cost, and that cost is only borne by those who are employed in the private sector, and the cost of meeting those regulations is often job and income losses. Does Neiman assume that there is no economic cost for the fact that there is a literal raft of regulations concerning the sizes of canned food containers allowed on the Canadian market? If so, I would love to have him make a cogent case as to why it’s illegal to sell honey in an 800-gram container, and why my life is better because of it. Better yet, why should I be forced at gunpoint to pay a federal employee to enforce such regulations? While he’s at it, why am I forced, again at gunpoint, to pay provincial employees to intrude on places of lawful commerce and harangue the employees on the evils of running with scissors? I’m sure McDonald’s is hiring, and the work would be more meaningful to the people these regulators would encounter. The point is that the list of meaningless and unnecessary government agencies draining the pockets of the workforce is longer than a Russian novel. Neiman also fails to delve into how structural government debt and unchecked taxation is the single biggest pressure point holding private sector incomes down. Everything has a market value and the price of government is not immune to that. If it were, there would be no public debts and budgets would always balance. Unfortunately, despite the fact that

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governments can confiscate at will, and send armed men to deprive the recalcitrant of their liberty and property, there is an increasing inability of the taxpaying public to conform to the wishes of the tax spenders. Thus, ever more Byzantine tax schemes require ever more acrobatic explanations as to why they fail to achieve the revenue goals of those who wish to feed at the public trough. Instead, the taxes are increasingly deferred until such point as the tax spender of the day has collected his or her bag of gold and ridden off to an Arizona sunset. Nor did Neiman mention how, in spite of his admiration for socialism, the path to wealth is increasingly paved with socialist bricks. The kinds of wealth that Neiman et al disparages are increasingly reserved for administrators of socialist enterprises (I’m looking at you, Red Deer College). Lastly, let’s do the math on minimum wage and a typical, big name fast-food franchise. One, in particular, requires at least $250,000 in unencumbered cash just to buy in. The turn-key operation runs to over $1 million, and employs 16 staff. Annual sales run to roughly $3 million. If those staff are paid minimum wage, and that wage increases by 50 per cent, that’s $160,000 per year that will come right out of the bottom line, and the pocket, of the franchisee. What it really means is that the average franchisee, having invested $250,000, plus assumed another $750,000 and more in risk, will have to work for less than what he pays his employees. I’m sure that will work. Sorry Greg Neiman, but your socialist sympathies are getting increasingly in the way of rational thought. Bill Greenwood Red Deer

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An OPP officer attends the scene of an accident where dozens were injured, several seriously, when a tractor trailer and double-decker bus en route from Montreal to Kingston collided on highway 401 near Cornwall, Ont., on Tuesday. on site, Ontario Provincial Police Sgt. Kristine Rae said Tuesday night. Nineteen people were taken to hospital with minor injuries. Those who were not hurt were shuttled to an arena in nearby Williamstown where a Red Cross centre had been set up. Many were headed back to Montreal or continued their trip to Toronto on Tuesday night, just wanting to get home. Most didn’t have their luggage as it was still on the wrecked bus. Kelly, for instance, wanted to get a family heir-

loom back: an old banjo the musician took with him for a gig in Montreal. Kelly described what felt like the bus braking hard or the feeling of a blown tire. Several passengers said people were thrown from their seats, as the bus sped into a ditch on the side of Highway 401 before coming to a crashing halt among the trees lining the westbound lanes. Katalia Percivao said the passenger next to her was thrown from her seat. “I was trying to help people, but then I just see blood running every-

What is at stake, she says, is the quasi-constitutional right of Canadians to access government documents. There’s also the “perilous precedent” of allowing the RCMP and the government to simply ignore the jurisdiction of independent officers of Parliament, and to retroactively rewrite that officer’s powers when they are called out for breaches of the law. Bill C-59 rewrites the way the Access to Information Act applies to the old gun registry, removing Legault’s jurisdiction and granting immunity, retroactively, to anyone who broke the old law as it applied to registry documents. The charter challenge, however, never got off the ground Tuesday before Ontario Superior Court Judge

OTTAWA — A bitter legal battle between the Conservative government, the RCMP and the federal information commissioner over the right of Canadians to access government records has arrived at a legal standoff that may not be resolved before this October’s election. The Mounties on Tuesday delivered an external hard drive containing a complete set of Quebec long-gun registry records to the Federal Court, in compliance with an emergency court order. By preserving a copy of the only remaining records from the longdefunct gun registry, the court helped ease the immediate urgency behind the legal challenges — and thus set the stage for a potentially lengthy constitutional fight. It wasn’t the only significant development Tuesday. Information commissioner Suzanne Legault is launching a charter challenge to elements of Bill C-59, the ConservaGREAT tive omnibus budget bill that formally became the law of the land Tuesday.

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where so I got scared and I jumped through the window,” Percivao said. “The windows were all cracked so I went jumping out.” The bus itself, passengers said, was leaning on one side with the trees keeping it propped up. Max Borcuti, 17, said he saw gas and smoke coming from the crashed bus. Tweeted photos showed a white tractor-trailer with a badly damaged back end pulled over on the side of the highway. “I saw the white truck smash the window and the second thing that I realized was that the glass ... was in my mouth,” said Paradis Lashgari, who was sitting near the front on the upper floor of the bus. As she tried to get out through the rear doors, she slipped on the stairs going down — blaming the fall on blood on the steps — and fell forward into another passenger who stopped her fall. Once outside, she and other passengers hopped a fence lining the ditch and waited for help. “I was expecting explosions and stuff, but thanks God it didn’t happen.” About 45 passengers were on the Megabus travelling along the major highway just west of the border between Ontario and Quebec at the time of the crash. Sean Hughes, director of corporate affairs for Megabus.com North America, confirmed in an email to The Canadian Press that a Toronto-bound bus from Montreal was in a crash. He added that, “Safety is our No. 1 priority and Megabus is fully co-operating with the authorities with their investigation into the incident.” Hughes would not elaborate.

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Saskatchewan, Alberta split on carbon capture BY THE CANADIAN PRESS CALGARY — As the government of Alberta considers how to shift away from plans to capture and store carbon, the head of a similar program in Saskatchewan has one word of advice: don’t. Mike Monea, president of carbon capture initiatives at the provincial utility SaskPower, said carbon capture and storage, which involves trapping carbon dioxide and pumping it into the ground, is essential to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. “In a simplistic way some people say, ’Well, just get rid of fossil fuels and go to renewables.’ Well, that’s absolutely impractical,” said Monea. “What we’re saying is keep fossil fuels in the mix but reduce its emission, make a very low emission product, and that’s what we’re doing. “So to stop that or to stop funding that kind of technology is going to be harmful.” One of the Alberta NDP’s election commitments was to end what it called the “costly and ineffective carbon capture and storage experiment” and reinvest this year’s share of funds allocated for the technology into public transit. Since getting elected, the government hasn’t explained how it plans to follow through on that commitment. Matthew Williamson, a spokesman for the province’s energy minister, said in an email that the government will announce details in the coming months. Previous Alberta governments committed to spending $1.3 billion over 15 years on two projects — Enhance Energy Inc.’s Alberta Carbon Trunk Line, which would capture carbon from a fertilizer plant and an upgrader, and Royal Dutch Shell’s Quest project, which would trap carbon from the company’s Scotford upgrader. The projects under development are both sched-

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Pipes and tanks snake around the inside of a carbon capture and storage facility at the Boundary Dam Power Station in Estevan, Sask. on Thursday, October 2, 2014. Saskatchewan’s power utility has a major carbon capture and storage project, touted as the world’s first commercial-scale operation of its kind. uled to start operating by the end of next year, after which they’re expected to reduce the province’s emissions by 2.76 million tonnes a year, the equivalent of taking 550,000 cars off the road. So far the projects are unaffected, with Shell spokesman Cameron Yost saying in an email that all aspects of the Quest project and agreements including funding are proceeding as planned. But going forward, the NDP has indicated it will take a much broader approach to reducing emissions by including energy efficiency, renewable energy and carbon pricing. Duncan Kenyon, program director of unconventional oil and gas at the Pembina Institute, says carbon pricing would let the government still encourage capturing carbon without public funds. “You create a price for carbon and you start to address some of the economic issues,” said Kenyon.

“Instead of providing $750 million to one project, you might have a lot more value in creating a stronger carbon policy.” Kenyon said that capturing, transporting and storing carbon now costs somewhere between $60 and $90 a tonne, but costs drop if that captured carbon is put to work in enhanced oil recovery, where carbon dioxide can be used to force more oil out of the ground. Add in a carbon price, and the economics could start to make sense, he said. “At the end of the day, you could probably have a $30 to $50 carbon price and you’d see traction on action.” Meanwhile, Saskatchewan is forging ahead with its publicly-funded projects to capture carbon. Just last week, the province opened a $70-million facility to test new carbon capturing techniques.

Questions persist over BlackBerry’s future BY THE CANADIAN PRESS WATERLOO, Ont. — Whatever enthusiasm still existed for Blackberry’s recovery in the smartphone market appears to have faded, at least for now. From financial analysts to BlackBerry investors, few seemed impressed with the latest details on Tuesday as the company delivered another quarter of losses that sparked a new round of questions about how quickly it hopes to recover. The annual shareholders’ meeting in the company’s hometown of Waterloo, Ont., didn’t do much to raise spirits either, despite CEO John Chen’s occasional attempt to lighten the mood. “Please turn off any device which is not BlackBerry,” Chen quipped as he opened the meeting, a subtle reminder that even the company’s most loyal supporters might not be carrying a BlackBerry smartphone any longer. Wherein recent years the annual meeting was an epicentre of passion — generating bursts of applause from supporters and moments of tension between

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Chief executive John Chen answers questions following the BlackBerry Ltd. annual meeting in Waterloo, Ont., on Tuesday. executives and a few shareholders — this year the audience almost seemed exhausted. After all, it has been a long and turbulent journey

towards what Chen hopes will be a turnaround of BlackBerry’s fortunes, though he admits there are still many hurdles to overcome. Some of the biggest ones were laid bare in the first-quarter financial results, as the company grew its software and licences business, but at a pace that would not offset the decline of its smartphone sales. BlackBerry (TSX:BB) posted an adjusted loss of US$28 million or five cents per share, worse than analyst expectations of a three-cent per share loss, according to a survey by Thomson Reuters. Revenues of $658 million were about $21 million softer than analysts anticipated. Investors made their dissatisfaction clear in the company’s stock price, which dropped about 3.9 per cent, or 44 cents, to C$10.88, while on the Nasdaq market its shares were down 39 cents to US$8.81 Chen was hired in late 2013 to reshape BlackBerry, cut costs and lead an effort to find a better footing in the highly competitive technology industry. Before he took the job, he helped turn software company Sybase into a profitable operation focused on mobile business technology.

Work less, accomplish more There is a big difference between being busy and being productive. Most business owners are very busy, but not necessarily busy doing the right things. It’s critical that you have clarity about what your role demands, then focus on the activities that fit that role. My last column highlighted the Pareto Principle, often referred to as the theory of productivity. The Principle states that just 20 per cent of focused effort actually results in 80 per cent of the optimum results. If you are an owner/manager, it is particularly important to know the essential 20 per cent of activities that contribute to significant outcomes. JOHN When was the last time you MACKENZIE evaluated your personal proBUSINESS ductivity? It’s worthwhile tracking BASICS your tasks/time usage for a week. Just go through the day as you normally would. Note how much time you spend on various activities, like meetings, emails, and interruptions, and total at the end of each day. This exercise will reveal your top time wasters, those things that divert your attention and time from important activities. Be honest with yourself; the results are personal. You’ll be astonished at how those extra minutes surfing the Internet, or unscheduled visits in the next cubicle, can actually add up. A variety of organizing systems are available that can help manage your activities. There are numerous tools to choose from - smart phones, diaries, calendars and daily planning sheets. However, all the extra features are useless unless you have the discipline to use them effectively. Although technology has improved efficiency, it has also created unique issues. There is that constant urge to look and respond to every item immediately. It’s so easy to get distracted by things that are not urgent, and not important. Responding to unnecessary emails and texts sap your time and attention, and eat up minutes and even hours of your day. Learn to say “No” nicely. This can be the most effective way to maximize your time, but is often the hardest word to say. It’s critical that you evaluate re-

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quests in context of your role before you divert your time to an issue that should be handled by someone else paid to do that job. It also pays to be realistic with your “to do” list. It’s rare you get to the end of the list, and it’s even less productive to stay those few extra hours to finish. Keep the list, but determine your priorities. End each day highlighting the one thing you must deal with the next day, then tackle that item first. Many studies have been done over the years to quantify the optimum productivity formula. Some are very scientifically-based. A recent Stanford University research paper reported that productivity per hour actually declines after 50 hours of work. In fact, those that work up to 70 hours weekly achieve the same amount of work as those that are working 55 hours. Apparently, there is no additional gain in productivity as a result of working those 15 extra hours. For some, it may be unrealistic to think that an average work week will be reduced to 50 hours. However, it’s valuable to be aware of the time of day that you are particularly productive. Structure your day, free from interruptions, to focus during that time. There are always “crunch times” when extra time, or overtime, is required to meet a deadline. However, working long hours shouldn’t be the norm. Fatigue and stress not only reduces productivity, but can lead to more mistakes, more sick time, and even serious accidents. Best practices show that accomplishing the most challenging thing first – that task that hangs over your head – alleviates stress and boosts energy and momentum. Develop personal strategies to help organize your time, fight procrastination and tackle the tasks that have the most impact on your day. It’s just as important to schedule uninterrupted time to plan, create and review long-term goals and key strategies. Review the successes/challenges. Reinforce your “Why” – the vision of what you are trying to accomplish, and how important it is to you. Being successful isn’t hard work, but it requires discipline. You can choose to create an environment that helps boost your personal productivity. John MacKenzie is a certified business coach and authorized partner/facilitator for Everything DiSC and Five Behaviours of a Cohesive Team, Wiley Brands. He can be reached at john@thebusinesstraininghub.com.

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BRIEF Deal in the works to buy struggling wireless carrier Mobilicity: source TORONTO — Struggling wireless company Mobilicity has accepted a buyout offer, according to a source familiar with the negotiations. The source refused to identify the purchasing company or provide any other details, including the price. The Globe and Mail, citing three unnamed sources it said were familiar with the negotiations, reported late Tuesday that Mobilicity has accepted an offer from Rogers Communications. The newspaper reported that the bid was worth more than $400 million, according to two sources. Rogers Communications declined to connment on the report. The Globe and Mail has reported that Telus was the other bidder. Representatives of Mobilicity, which is under creditor protection, are expected to be in Ontario Superior Court on Wednesday to seek court approval for the deal. After that, it would require the approval of the federal government, which has previously blocked attempts by Telus (TSX:T) to acquire the company. A major stumbling block in the Telus deal was the proposed transfer of wireless spectrum licences, something Ottawa has opposed as it tries to promote competition in the cellphone industry. Mobilicity is in five urban markets — Ottawa, Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver — but has not made inroads against the industry main players .

TransCanada confirms 185 jobs cut Pipeline company TransCanada Corp. has laid off 185 people in its major projects department, most of them in Calgary. The positions terminated Tuesday included about 100 full time employees while the rest were contract workers. TransCanada (TSX:TRP) cut the positions as part of a restructuring of the department as the company looks to control costs and remain competitive, according to company spokesman Mark Cooper. Cooper said in an email that the company needs to provide low-cost services as its customers have been deeply affected by the current low-price environment that has left companies in the oilpatch struggling.

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Volunteers make the difference The fair and rodeo season is underway in Central Alberta. Everyone enjoys taking in the festivities. But they don’t ‘just happen’. They take a lot of organizing and participating. It’s the volunteer spirit behind these events that always inspires me. It seems like much of my ‘in the field’ time over the past month has been involved in either attending or being in on the ground floor of planning some of these summer DIANNE happenings. FINSTAD Folks come for the fun, but don’t always realize it’s taken a lot of behind the scene effort to create that opportunity for visitors. While the big push is just before things take place, there’s a lot of time put in throughout the year too. When organizing committees work effectively, it’s like watching a welloiled engine humming along. Everyone has their role and tasks, and often the members very familiar with the work because they’ve been doing it for so long. The ongoing dedication to a suc-

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cessful community happening keeps many coming back, year after year. When I think of volunteers, I see faces. While attending the Rocky Rodeo, I got visiting with the friendly folks at the contestant’s gate. I’d seen Walter Atchison over the years, but he was so excited to tell me the wonderful year it had been for him on the volunteering front. Along with his annual stint at the Rodeo, he also volunteers for the Airshow, and has been a big contributor of volunteer time to the Central Alberta Antique and Model Club. At the Rocky Mountain House Museum alone, he put in 237 hours of his time! Atchison was one of six Albertans honored provincially in 2014 for the outstanding work they do in their communities, by Direct Energy and the Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association. The award included a $1000 cheque to a charity of choice, and Atchison chose the Museum. A volunteer’s work is never done, and while we chatted, Atchison was sure to promote upcoming events in Rocky, telling me how we needed to get the word out, and come out to take them in! Also at Rocky, the chairman of the Rocky Ag and Stampede Association, Ernie Closs, was presented with a buckle. It’s his 29th year of working with the rodeo, and he was honored as Committee Person of the Year by the group. He was thrilled to have a year with no rain on their event, and ener-

gized by some changes made to parking and set up, which worked smoothly. I also enjoy talking with Bruce Roy of Cremona. He’s the longest serving volunteer at the Calgary Stampede, and plans to be at the microphone of the Heavy Horse show for the 56th year in July. His background in writing for horse magazines and helping at auction sales, plus his passion for heavy horses, especially Percherons, keeps him ever young. He’s such a wealth of information on the gentle giants and he shares it all during the show, helping to educate as well as entertain the audience. At our own Red Deer Westerner, I wish I had as much energy as our ‘Golden Girls’. I call May Johnson and Yvonne Roberts ‘golden’ because they are truly gold star volunteers. They attend meetings in all kinds of weather, and don’t let any bumps and bruises or health problems get in the way of their serving the organization. They’ll pitch in for whatever is asked, and that can be everything from providing a valuable voice of experience, or stuffing volunteer packages. They’re always willing, and such an inspiration to have around. Those are just a few of the countless volunteer faces, and stories, in our region. But as the group who has counted volunteering as a ‘privilege’ gets on in years, will there be younger people moving in to take their place? Will they

come in time to learn from these experienced folks, who could be mentors to those serving after them? I guess that’s where I found the weekend Daines Ranch Rodeo so encouraging. It was great to see the next generation ‘Daines cousins’ pitching in and carrying on the torch Jack Daines lit in the family for hosting a pro rodeo on the ranch. When it comes to ‘payback’ for volunteering, the two words seem at odds. And those who make time to be involved will tell you at times, it can be thankless, patience-testing, backbreaking, weather-challenging work. But they wouldn’t trade places, because of the people they’ve met, and the friends they’ve made while volunteering. There’s something special about stepping out of our safe ‘me’ busy bubbles, to work together for a common cause or to benefit others. Making a contribution to community is always worth it. So when you’re out at a volunteerserved, community organized event this summer, take a moment, smile and thank the person you’re dealing with. As a volunteer, they’re giving you the gift of their time. Be grateful, and consider doing the same yourself. Dianne Finstad is a veteran broadcaster and reporter who has covered agricultural news in Central Alberta for more than 30 years. From the Field appears monthly in the Advocate.

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VICTORIA — British Columbia’s politicians are being recalled for a summer sitting to debate legislation designed to pave the way for a $36-billion liquefied natural gas plant on the north coast near Prince Rupert. Liberal House Leader Mike de Jong said Tuesday the legislative session will start July 13 and members will debate one bill, the discussion of which could last more than a week. The bill will ratify a project-development agreement between B.C. and Pacific NorthWest LNG, a joint venture largely backed by Malaysian state energy-giant Petronas, and enable future agreements on other potential LNG deals. “The corporate ratification process is complete with Pacific NorthWest LNG and their member companies,

CIBC President and CEO Victor Dodig speaks to the Empire Club of Canada in Toronto on Tuesday, The chief executive of CIBC says the bank is studying the technology underlying digital currencies such as Bitcoin, as traditional lenders face disruption from new entrants in the financial services space.

BRITISH COLUMBIA including Petronas, and we are now intending to introduce our legislation and that will occur on July 13,” de Jong said. However, the summer session could see a showdown between the Liberals and the Opposition New Democrats over potential economic benefits and fair public returns on resources. The Liberals are expected to accuse the NDP of attempting to challenge a project worth $36 billion, while the NDP will levy accusations of selling out taxpayers to a corporate giant. Premier Christy Clark said last month when the legislature adjourned after more than four months of budget debate that progress on the massive $9-billion Site C hydroelectric dam and the Petronas LNG agreement were the government’s greatest achievements of the spring sitting.

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TORONTO — The chief executive of CIBC says the bank isn’t afraid of new entrants and technologies that threaten to shake up the financial services sector. Instead, the lender is closely studying everything from peer-to-peer lending platforms to the technology underlying digital currencies such as Bitcoin, looking for ways it can use these innovations for its own benefit. “We can play in that space,” Victor Dodig said Tuesday when asked whether he feels threatened by financial technology startups that seek to disrupt the traditional banking sector. Dodig says “doom and gloom” reports about technology companies snatching away market share from the banks are largely overblown. “Will clients move in droves to these new technology platforms to do their lending? I don’t think so,” Dodig said following his speech to the Empire Club of Canada after the bank announced it is backing mobile payment app Suretap. “It won’t happen that quickly.” However, it is possible that increased competition from new entrants such as peer-topeer lenders — online marketplaces where borrowers can secure loans without going through a bank — could drive bank fees lower, he said. “Competition always changes the dynamic on pricing,” Dodig said. “Will there be pressure over time? Of course there will be.” Dodig said the bank is closely studying blockchain technology — computer code that makes up the underlying architecture of virtual curren-

cies such as Bitcoin. A recent report from Canada’s Senate said the technology, which can be used to securely transmit information, has many promising applications. The report urged both private and public sector agencies to explore the technology and consider implementing it to enhance the protection of personal information. Dodig said it’s hard to predict whether blockchain technology will play a central role in how the banks do business, but it’s important for the banks to understand how it works and the level of security it offers. Innovation in the financial services sector has been a common theme among bank CEOs in recent months as a number of new tech-inspired startups encroach. OnDeck Capital, a U.S. online marketplace where small businesses can secure loans, recently announced it is expanding its services north of the border, and the number of “roboadvisers,” or online investment advisers, in Canada has been growing. Some of the CEOs at Canada’s biggest banks have expressed concerns in recent months that nimble new tech entrants are not subject to the same regulations as traditional financial services companies, which gives them a competitive advantage. “The regulation is still evolving as to whether they’re securities companies,” said Dodig. However, Dodig said traditional lenders enjoy some competitive advantages themselves, such as their longstanding relationships with their customers and their reputation as being stable institutions. “Clients that

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Diversified and Industrials Agrium Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 127.86 ATCO Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . 40.78 BCE Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53.71 BlackBerry . . . . . . . . . . . 10.88 Bombardier . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.47 Brookfield . . . . . . . . . . . . 44.45 Cdn. National Railway . . 75.23 Cdn. Pacific Railway. . . 206.98 Cdn. Utilities . . . . . . . . . . 35.98 Capital Power Corp . . . . 23.04 Cervus Equipment Corp 16.16 Dow Chemical . . . . . . . . 53.57 Enbridge Inc. . . . . . . . . . 59.53 Finning Intl. Inc. . . . . . . . 23.84 Fortis Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 36.95 General Motors Co. . . . . . 36.3 Parkland Fuel Corp. . . . . 25.81 Sirius XM . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.22 SNC Lavalin Group. . . . . 45.11 Stantec Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 35.92 Telus Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . 42.29 Transalta Corp.. . . . . . . . 10.16 Transcanada. . . . . . . . . . 53.61 Consumer Canadian Tire . . . . . . . . 134.78 Gamehost . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.95 Leon’s Furniture . . . . . . . 15.46 Loblaw Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . 64.66 MARKETS CLOSE TORONTO — The Toronto Stock Exchange posted a solid advance for a second consecutive session Tuesday, with almost all sectors higher as oil prices rose and prospects improved for a deal on Greek debt. The S&P/TSX composite index closed up 114.43 points at 14,904.91, adding to Monday’s 137-point gain as the heavyweight mining, energy and financials sectors all trended higher. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial closed up 24.29 points at 18,144.07, while the Nasdaq gained 6.12 points to a record 5,160.09 and the S&P 500 rose 1.35 points to 2,124.20. Allan Small, senior investment adviser at Holliswealth, said the markets are trending higher as investors begin to bet that the Greek government will make a last-minute deal with creditors to stave off default and a potential exit from the euro. “The markets, for a long time, have kind of anticipated that there would be a deal, but every time we heard some negative news it was an opportunity for the market to sell off,” he said. “What you’re seeing is that the markets are happy because of what’s happening in Europe.” Greece faces the possibility of falling short on a 1.6-billioneuro loan repayment to the International Monetary Fund due by the end of the month if it doesn’t reach an agreement to extend its current bailout deal with the European Union, which expires June 30. The loonie was down 0.05 of a U.S. cent at 81.08 cents, and Small said the Canadian dollar could move even lower if the U.S. increases interest rates in the fall as is expected by many analysts. “I don’t believe an interest rate increase has been factored into the exchange rate as of yet,”

Maple Leaf Foods. . . . . . 23.92 Rona Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.25 Wal-Mart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72.57 WestJet Airlines . . . . . . . 26.81 Mining Barrick Gold . . . . . . . . . . 13.77 Cameco Corp. . . . . . . . . 18.76 First Quantum Minerals . 17.59 Goldcorp Inc. . . . . . . . . . 20.46 Hudbay Minerals. . . . . . . 11.08 Kinross Gold Corp. . . . . . . 2.82 Labrador. . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.51 Potash Corp.. . . . . . . . . . 37.87 Sherritt Intl. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.16 Teck Resources . . . . . . . 13.81 Energy Arc Energy . . . . . . . . . . . 22.08 Badger Daylighting Ltd. . 27.50 Baker Hughes. . . . . . . . . 62.89 Bonavista . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.26 Bonterra Energy . . . . . . . 32.53 Cdn. Nat. Res. . . . . . . . . 35.93 Cdn. Oil Sands Ltd. . . . . . 9.86 Canyon Services Group. . 6.23 Cenovous Energy Inc. . . 21.15 CWC Well Services . . . 0.2850 Encana Corp. . . . . . . . . . 14.79 Essential Energy. . . . . . . . 1.15 he said. “I think it’s very possible that you could see our dollar fall more in the second half of this year.” In commodities, the August crude contract was up 63 cents at US$61.01 a barrel. Small said the price of oil seems to have found an equilibrium that satisfies investors and doesn’t have a significant impact on production. “There’s this point for the price of oil whereby you have a happy medium where the taps are not being opened and not being closed,” he said. August gold fell $7.50 to US$1,176.60 an ounce and July copper advanced almost five cents to US$2.61 a pound. Amaya Inc. enjoyed a nice bounce on the Toronto Stock Exchange a day after chairman and CEO David Baazov was reelected to the company’s board at its annual general meeting despite an ongoing insider trading investigation by Quebec’s securities regulator. The stock (TSX:AYA) rose $1.29 or 3.63 per cent to $36.85 with more than one million shares changing hands, much heavier than its usual daily volume of some 650,000 shares. FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS Highlights at the close of Tuesday at world financial market trading. Stocks: S&P/TSX Composite Index — 14,904.91, up 114.43 points Dow — 18,144.07, up 24.29 points S&P 500 — 2,124.20, up 1.35 points Nasdaq — 5,160.09, up 6.12 points (record high) Currencies: Cdn — 81.08 cents US, down 0.05 of a cent Pound — C$1.9397, down one cent

Exxon Mobil . . . . . . . . . . 85.07 Halliburton Co. . . . . . . . . 44.49 High Arctic . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.94 Husky Energy . . . . . . . . . 24.33 Imperial Oil . . . . . . . . . . . 48.77 Pengrowth Energy . . . . . . 3.09 Penn West Energy . . . . . . 2.26 Precision Drilling Corp . . . 8.48 Suncor Energy . . . . . . . . 34.78 Trican Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.23 Trinidad Energy . . . . . . . . 4.38 Vermilion Energy . . . . . . 54.90 Virginia . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.3000 Financials Bank of Montreal . . . . . . 75.12 Bank of N.S. . . . . . . . . . . 65.90 CIBC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94.79 Cdn. Western . . . . . . . . . 29.17 Great West Life. . . . . . . . 36.94 IGM Financial . . . . . . . . . 41.88 Intact Financial Corp. . . . 87.15 Manulife Corp. . . . . . . . . 24.00 National Bank . . . . . . . . . 48.01 Rifco Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00 Royal Bank . . . . . . . . . . . 77.94 Sun Life Fin. Inc.. . . . . . . . 4.36 TD Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54.14

Euro — C$1.3770, down 2.04 cents Euro — US$1.1165, down 1.72 cents Oil futures: US$61.01 per barrel, up 63 cents (August contract) Gold futures: US$1,176.60 per oz., down $7.50 (August contract) Canadian Fine Silver Handy and Harman: $20.317 oz., down 30.1 cents $653.19 kg., down $9.68 ICE FUTURES CANADA WINNIPEG — ICE Futures Canada closing prices: Canola: July ’15 $7.30 lower $506.30; Nov ’15 $2.40 lower $513.10; Jan. ’16 $0.30 lower $509.80; March ’16 unchanged $506.40; May ’16 $0.50 higher $502.50; July ’16 $0.90 higher $497.90; Nov. ’16 $6.50 lower $455.50; Jan. ’17 $6.50 lower $456.60; March ’17 $6.50 lower $458.30; May ’17 $6.50 lower $458.30; July ’17 $6.50 lower $458.30. Barley (Western): July ’15 $3.00 lower $201.00; Oct. ’15 $3.00 lower $196.00; Dec. ’15 $3.00 lower $201.00; March ’16 $3.00 lower $201.00; May ’16 $3.00 lower $201.00; July ’16 $3.00 lower $201.00; Oct. ’16 $3.00 lower $201.00; Dec. ’16 $3.00 lower $201.00; March ’17 $3.00 lower $201.00; May ’17 $3.00 lower $201.00; July ’17 $3.00 lower $201.00. Tuesday’s estimated volume of trade: 743,640 tonnes of canola; 500 tonnes of barley (Western Barley). Total: 744,140.

U.S. online mattress firm hopes to confound Canadian retailers with bed-in-a-box BY THE CANADIAN PRESS MONTREAL — A U.S. company that relies exclusively on the Internet for sales of its bed-in-a-box mattress is looking to expand its Canadian reach and confound the country’s largest mattress retailer. Founded 14 months ago, Casper Sleep began to sell into Canada last November. The startup hopes a new $55-million infusion of capital — including from celebrities Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Adam Levine — will support its Canadian growth and international expansion, as well as research and development. The stars are joining Nas, Ashton Kutcher and designer Steven Alan who, along with institutional investors, have infused US$70 million into the company since it was formed. Casper plans to introduce pillows and sheets later this year and will use some capital to boost production to keep up with demand and avoid running out of stock. Chief executive and co-founder Philip Krim wouldn’t say how many Casper beds have been sold in Canada — only that they represent a “meaningful” part of its $100-million-a-year business. The Canadian mattress market is

estimated to be worth $1.4 billion a year while the global market is about US$50 billion. “The sales in Canada have been stronger than we ever expected and continue to ramp up every month,” he said Tuesday from New York City. Casper ships its patented memory and latex foam mattresses in box that arrives two days after ordered online. All-in prices range between C$650 for a twin to C$1,150 for a king. They come with a 100-day trial period and 10-year warranty. The company is banking on consumers being lured by lower prices and a willingness to order online instead of testing mattress comfort in a showroom. Sleep Country Canada, the country’s leading mattress retailer, told potential investors in regulatory filings for its planned public offering that online sales have gained limited traction because consumers primarily use the Internet for research but go to stores to feel the differences between mattress. Sleep Country claims a 23 per cent national market share, ahead of Sears and The Brick, and says that in Quebec its Dormez Vous banner competes as well with Brault and Martineau and IKEA. Krim said Casper didn’t invent the bed-in-a-box concept but the combination of materials provide a very comfortable sleep.

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GOVERNMENT SAYS HAD NO CHOICE BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS ATHENS, Greece — Greece’s government on Tuesday defended the billions worth of “harsh” new budget savings it has offered in talks with creditors, as some of the governing party’s own lawmakers spoke out against them. Greece has proposed measures worth 8 billion euros ($9 billion), including increases to company and consumer taxes, to persuade the country’s bailout creditors to release new loans it needs to avoid defaulting on its debts next week. A decision is expected this week: eurozone finance ministers are to meet Wednesday evening, followed by a European Union summit Thursday and Friday. Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras will also travel to Brussels Wednesday, for midday talks with European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker, European Central Bank chief Mario Draghi and International Monetary Fund head Christine Lagarde, his office said. Greece needs a decision before June 30, when its current bailout expires and it also faces a 1.6 billion-euro ($1.8 billion) loan repayment to the International Monetary Fund. The government is also under pressure from other left wing parties and trade unions, who say its proposals will place further burdens on austerity-weary Greeks. Late Tuesday, 7,000 members of a Communist Party-affiliated trade union and 3,000 pensioners held a peaceful protest march through Athens, demanding that the government withdraws its proposals and restore pensions to pre-crisis levels. Tsipras’ radical left Syriza party won in January on a promise to repeal the harsh budget cuts and tax increases that previous governments had imposed since 2010 in return for bailout loans. Tsipras says such measures have been focusing too closely on healing public finances while worsening the economic plight of Greeks. But with creditors withholding 7.2 billion euros ($8 billion) worth of rescue loans and Greece’s state coffers running dry, Tsipras has been forced to backtrack on many pledges. A debt default by Greece could result in much greater economic pain for the country — a potential run on the banks and even an exit from the 19-nation euro currency union. On Tuesday, Tsipras’ government found it had some explaining to do to its own party and backers. “There is full comprehension that there are measures in the proposal that are harsh, and they are measures that under different circumstances, if it was up to us, there was no way we would have taken,” government spokesman Gabriel Sakellaridis told the private Greek television station Antenna. Sakellaridis noted the proposed measures seek to increase taxes on those with higher incomes rather than on low-income families, salaried em-

ployees and pensioners. But some party members were not swayed. The proposals “cannot be supported, cannot be voted for,” Syriza party lawmaker Eleni Sotiriou was quoted as telling the weekly Dromos tis Aristeras. “The responsibility for the political developments regarding the submission of such measures will lie with those who made these choices.” Another lawmaker, Dimitris Kodelas, echoed the sentiment. “Such an agreement cannot be voted on,” he told To Vima radio. “The deal toward which we are moving is a deal which, by common admission, has nothing to do with our program.” Labour Minister Panos Skourletis insisted the proposal, if accepted by the creditors, was a good one for Greece that included beneficial measures for workers. A deal that will ensure Greece remains in the eurozone is likely to have enough parliamentary votes to pass, as some opposition lawmakers will almost certainly vote in favour. But significant losses from the governing coalition of Syriza and its coalition partner, the small ANEL nationalist party, would be a blow to Tsipras and could lead to early elections. ANEL said Tuesday that any agreement with Greece’s creditors should be linked with some form of debt relief. “Clearly a government that doesn’t have the confidence of its deputies can’t stand up. But I don’t think we’ll get to this point,” Sakellaridis said. The uncertainty of the past few months has further hammered the Greek economy, while worried Greeks have pulled billions out of domestic banks for fear of restrictions being imposed on banking transactions, or of the country leaving the euro. The government’s proposal “is clearly moving in the right direction” to ensure the country can maintain international funding “and avert a disorderly path towards bankruptcy,” said Simos Anastasopoulos, the head of the American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce. “On the other hand the proposed measures put the burden on the private economy,” he said, adding that the new taxes are certain to “lead to recession and an increase in unemployment.” After a series of meetings in Brussels on Monday, European creditors say Greece’s new reforms proposals offer a good basis to break a nearly five-month deadlock in talks over new loans. Greece’s new proposals “are tangible elements we can work with in an efficient way to reach an agreement,” French Finance Minister Michel Sapin said. “We need one last push (Wednesday) night so that the heads of state can sign off on the agreement.” The IMF sounded less optimistic, with Lagarde describing the proposals as “still short of everything that we expected.” Hopes that a deal was at hand nevertheless boosted markets. The Stoxx 50 index of European shares was up 1.1 per cent, adding to the previous day’s big gains of 4.1 per cent

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Sherwood Park Athletics Dan Zinger was unable to make the catch here as Red Deer Rigger Greg Lebranche steals second base during second inning action at Great Chief Park on Tuesday. Lebranche also stole third base on the same play.

Riggers struggle against Athletics BY JOSH ALDRICH ADVOCATE STAFF Athletics 10 Riggers 4 The Red Deer Riggers found themselves on the rare wrong end of a sound beating on Tuesday night. The club lost 10-4 to the Sherwood Park Athletics in Sunburst Baseball League action at Great Chief Park, their worst defeat in almost two full years, going back to an 8-0 loss to the A’s on July 10, 2013. “We were just flat,” said Riggers player coach Curtis Bailey. “We score in the third and the ninth, that’s not going to win you games.” Davin Gulbranson took the loss for the Riggers as he struggled early in the contest. He allowed nine runs, six earned on 10 hits, four walks and three strikeouts in six innings of work. Joel Peterman finished out the final three

innings, allowing one run in the ninth. Kiel Vertz was outstanding on the bump for the A’s, scattering seven hits and two walks with four strikeouts over seven innings while allowing two runs, neither of them earned. Dylan Theraux relieved him in the eight inning, but lasted just three outs, walking one batter, hitting another and strikeout out one. Brett Kirkpatrick closed out the game allowing one walk and one hit and two runs on three wild pitches. The A’s took a 6-0 lead through the top half of the third inning before the Riggers got back into the game. They scored two runs in the bottom half of the third and loaded the bases with one out, but Greg Lebranche struck out and Mark Fay flew out to centre field to end the rally. The Riggers never really threatened again. The A’s added three runs in the sixth inning to put the game out of

reach. “We’ve struggled with guys on base,” said Bailey. “We’ve scored probably one run in our first 10 games with two outs, you can’t do that in baseball.” Kerry Boone led the Riggers at the plate, going 3-for-5 at the plate with a double and two singles and a run scored while Jaret Chatwood was 1-for2 with a sac fly and an RBI. Curtis Bailey was 0-for-2 with two RBI. Defensively the Riggers were still mostly sharp as shortstop Jason Chatwood made a couple of highlight reel plays to gun down batters at first while Boone made several big digs at first base. The Riggers have now lost an uncharacteristic five of their last eight games and had ace pitcher Wylie Cunningham leave the team this week. But Bailey is confident they can turn things around. “It’s something where we’ve got

to sit back and re-evaluate where we are,” said Bailey. “We’ve got to figure something out and each guy’s got to do it. I can’t just go in the clubhouse and tell guys, they know what they need to do. It’s got to be some responsibility on everyone, myself included. If we’re going to be a national championship contender, what are we doing? Because we’re not playing like it at all.” The Riggers head out on the road this weekend to play the St. Albert Tigers on Friday and the As on Monday. ● The Riggers are hosting Day with the Riggers on Tuesday at Great Chief Park, a free baseball camp geared for kids 9-12 and 13-18, with a hot dog roast. The camp is put on by Sutter Fund and will start at 4:30 p.m. for the younger group with the older group after supper. Though it is free, people are asked to register at riggerscamp@ gmail.com. jaldrich@reddeeradvocate.com

Price to get his due at NHL awards HABS GOALTENDER UP FOR THREE AWARDS BY THE CANADIAN PRESS LAS VEGAS — Carey Price spent his first night in Las Vegas watching the Michael Jackson Cirque du Soleil show. It was fitting, as the Montreal Cana-

diens would have been a high-wire act without him. Price got through the mourning period of the Canadiens’ playoff exit but still hasn’t had the chance to appreciate his superb season that got his team there. On Wednesday night he could very well become the first goaltender since Dominik Hasek in 1997 and 1998 to win the Vezina Trophy, Hart Trophy as NHL MVP and Ted Lindsay Awards as most outstanding player voted by the NHLPA. No goalie has won the Hart and

Vezina in the same season since Jose Theodore in 2002. But his teammates and opponents feel Price is deserving of that honour. “What’s special about Carey is you don’t have to talk about it because his play did all the talking for him,” Habs defenceman and Norris Trophy finalist P.K. Subban said Tuesday. “It’s about time now that he starts getting this type of recognition.” In winning 44 games, Price broke Jacques Plante’s franchise record and has been mentioned in Habs history along with Ken Dryden, too.

His 1.96 goals-against average and .933 save percentage led all goalies this season. Down the hall from the trophies he could be picking up at the league’s annual awards show, including the William H. Jennings for the lowest GAA, Price said he hasn’t thought much about his place in history or what he accomplished. “To be honest it hasn’t really hit me yet,” Price said. Awards will help tell Price’s story.

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Buccaneers look to get better as season progresses BY JOSH ALDRICH ADVOCATE STAFF Buccaneers 37 Drillers 16 Three games in and the Central Alberta Buccaneers are about where most people had them pegged. The Bucs bounced back on Saturday from their previous week’s whooping at the hands of the Calgary Gators to beat the Grande Prairie Drillers 37-16 in Grande Prairie. The win leaves the Buccaneers tied with the St. Albert Stars in third place in the Alberta Football League at 2-1. However, head coach Devon Hand says they are only going to get better as the season progresses. “The season is still early, we have a lot of work to do,” he said. “We’re a little banged up on both sides of the ball so we have to work with that. I’m content but by no means pleased, there’s still so much to do.” The biggest challenge the Bucs have faced this year is integrating a brand new offence. They went from a groundand-pound system in previous years to attempting to go to more of a spread offence this year, and it has been a struggle. With two brand new quarterbacks in Pascal Plante and Jamie Fox, neither has managed to go the distance in a game this year. Plante started the first two games but after ineffectiveness was replaced in both games by Fox who had more success. Fox got the start in Grande Prairie but was replaced by Plante in the second half. “It was by design (on Saturday) it wasn’t because of performance,” said Hand. “We figured out there’s some

things the different quarterbacks do better. As opposed to taking a square peg and putting it into a round hole, we’re going to modify the offence to suit their strengths and go with that.” One big change on Saturday is the Bucs started to lean more heavily on their ground game which was all but ignored in their 50-6 Week 2 loss to the Gators in Lacombe. Through two games, they had ran the ball for just 132 yards. This effectively took their biggest weapon, AFL offensive rookie of the year and defending rushing champion Junior Rivera, out of the game. On Saturday, he combined with Tanner Green to run for more than 200 yards. “When we got there, they had a short bench so with our physical attack on the ground it opened things up and we were able to kill their will and impose our will on them,” said Hand. Defence, as expected, has been their biggest strength all season, but are now starting to get banged up. On the weekend back up defensive back Riley Raines stepped to the forefront and broke up a couple of passes and had a big one-handed interception that set up a key touchdown for the Bucs. “It was good to see the next-man-up philosophy work,” said Hand. Perhaps the biggest improvement from Week 2 is they did not panic when they struggled to get much going early. Against the Gators they went into selfdestruct mode in the second quarter once Calgary started get some momentum going their way. “It wasn’t a perfect game, we were still sloppy in some facets, but we were

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Red Deer Buccaneers running back Junior Rivera (2) is tackled by Grande Prairie Drillers Brian Savoia (91), Will Quintal (15) and Chad Wiebe (24) In Alberta Football League action at MEGlobal Athletic Park in Lacombe last season. Last weekend the Buccaneers went to Grande Prairie and won 37-16. composed when we were challenged,” said Hand. “When the offence wasn’t moving the ball or we gave up a big play and we faced some adversity, we were able to maintain composure and then persevere when it mattered. “ The Buccaneers are in Edmonton to play an improved Stallions club on Saturday. The Stallions (1-1) have struggled in recent years to compete with the top teams in the AFL, but their rebuilding program is starting to bare fruit and are coming off a decisive 28-14 win over the expansion

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Airdrie Irish. “We’re not going to take anyone lightly at this point, we’re not good enough to do that,” said Hand. “We’re going to show up and be as physical as possible and we’re going to try and steal a win in Edmonton.” The AFL has a league-wide bye week for the first week of July, but the Bucs return to play on July 11 with their second home game of the year at Lacombe ME Global Athletic Park against the Lloydminster Vandals (0-3). jaldrich@reddeeradvocate.com

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SCOREBOARD Baseball Major League Baseball American League East Division W L Pct Tampa Bay 41 32 .562 New York 38 33 .535 Baltimore 37 33 .529 Toronto 38 35 .521 Boston 31 41 .431 Central Division W L Pct Kansas City 40 28 .588 Minnesota 38 33 .535 Detroit 37 34 .521 Cleveland 32 38 .457 Chicago 31 39 .443 West Division W L Pct Houston 41 31 .569 Texas 37 34 .521 Los Angeles 36 35 .507 Seattle 33 39 .458 Oakland 32 41 .438

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2015

Local Sports Tuesdayâ€™s Major League Linescores AMERICAN LEAGUE Detroit 001 060 000 â€” 7 9 1 Cleveland 001 000 002 â€” 3 12 1 Price, Alburquerque (7), Gorzelanny (8), A.Wilson (9) and J.McCann; Salazar, McAllister (5), A.Adams (7), Hagadone (8) and R.Perez. Wâ€”Price 7-2. Lâ€” Salazar 6-3. HRsâ€”Detroit, Romine (2).

Oakland at Texas, 12:05 p.m. N.Y. Yankees at Houston, 6:10 p.m. GB â€” 2 2 1/2 3 9 1/2

Washington New York Atlanta Miami Philadelphia

GB â€” 3 1/2 4 1/2 9 10

St. Louis Pittsburgh Chicago Cincinnati Milwaukee

GB â€” 3 1/2 4 1/2 8 9 1/2

Los Angeles San Francisco Arizona San Diego Colorado

Mondayâ€™s Games Philadelphia 11, N.Y. Yankees 8 Detroit 8, Cleveland 5 Toronto 8, Tampa Bay 5 Minnesota 13, Chicago White Sox 2 L.A. Angels 4, Houston 3 Kansas City 4, Seattle 1

National League East Division W L Pct 38 33 .535 36 36 .500 35 36 .493 30 42 .417 26 47 .356 Central Division W L Pct 46 24 .657 40 30 .571 39 30 .565 32 37 .464 26 46 .361 West Division W L Pct 39 33 .542 38 33 .535 34 36 .486 34 38 .472 31 39 .443

GB â€” 2 1/2 3 8 1/2 13

Toronto 000 010 101 â€” 3 4 1 Tampa Bay 010 020 01x â€” 4 9 1 Dickey, Delabar (8) and Ru.Martin; Archer, Boxberger (9) and Rivera. Wâ€”Archer 9-4. Lâ€”Dickey 3-7. Svâ€”Boxberger (19). HRsâ€”Toronto, D.Navarro (2), Encarnacion (14). Tampa Bay, A.Cabrera (5).

GB â€” 6 6 1/2 13 1/2 21

Baltimore 040 101 000 â€” 6 11 0 Boston 001 110 001 â€” 4 8 0 U.Jimenez, Brach (6), Roe (7), Oâ€™Day (8), Britton (9) and Wieters; J.Kelly, Ross Jr. (4), Ogando (6), Breslow (8) and S.Leon. Wâ€”U.Jimenez 6-3. Lâ€”J. Kelly 2-5. Svâ€”Britton (20). HRsâ€”Baltimore, Lough (4).

GB â€” 1/2 4 5 7

Oakland 001 014 200 â€” 8 11 1 Texas 010 040 100 â€” 6 11 0 Chavez, Scribner (6), Oâ€™Flaherty (7), Fe.Rodriguez (7), Pomeranz (8) and Phegley; Ch.Gonzalez, Kela (6), S.Freeman (7), Bass (8), Claudio (9) and Chirinos. Wâ€”Chavez 4-6. Lâ€”Ch.Gonzalez 2-2. Svâ€” Pomeranz (1). HRsâ€”Oakland, Phegley (4), Zobrist (5). Texas, Odor (2).

Tuesdayâ€™s Games Washington 3, Atlanta 1 Pittsburgh 7, Cincinnati 6 Philadelphia 11, N.Y. Yankees 6 St. Louis 4, Miami 3 Chicago Cubs 1, L.A. Dodgers 0, 10 innings Milwaukee 3, N.Y. Mets 2 Colorado 10, Arizona 5 San Diego at San Francisco, late

Tuesdayâ€™s Games Philadelphia 11, N.Y. Yankees 6 Baltimore 6, Boston 4 Detroit 7, Cleveland 3 Tampa Bay 4, Toronto 3 Oakland 8, Texas 6 Chicago White Sox 6, Minnesota 2 Houston at L.A. Angels, late Seattle 7, Kansas City 0

Wednesdayâ€™s Games Philadelphia (Hamels 5-5) at N.Y. Yankees (Nova 0-0), 11:05 a.m. Atlanta (S.Miller 5-3) at Washington (Zimmermann 5-5), 5:05 p.m. Cincinnati (Leake 4-4) at Pittsburgh (G.Cole 11-2), 5:05 p.m. St. Louis (Jai.Garcia 2-3) at Miami (Latos 2-4), 5:10 p.m. L.A. Dodgers (Bolsinger 4-2) at Chicago Cubs (Hendricks 2-3), 6:05 p.m. N.Y. Mets (B.Colon 9-5) at Milwaukee (Nelson 3-8), 6:10 p.m. Arizona (Webster 1-1) at Colorado (Hale 2-2), 6:40 p.m. San Diego (Kennedy 4-5) at San Francisco (Vogelsong 5-5), 8:15 p.m.

Wednesdayâ€™s Games Detroit (Farmer 0-1) at Cleveland (Carrasco 8-6), 10:10 a.m. Toronto (Estrada 5-3) at Tampa Bay (Karns 4-3), 10:10 a.m. Philadelphia (Hamels 5-5) at N.Y. Yankees (Nova 0-0), 11:05 a.m. Chicago White Sox (Sale 6-3) at Minnesota (P.Hughes 5-6), 11:10 a.m. Houston (McCullers 3-2) at L.A. Angels (Shoemaker 4-5), 1:35 p.m. Baltimore (B.Norris 2-5) at Boston (Buchholz 4-6), 5:10 p.m. Oakland (Graveman 3-4) at Texas (W.Rodriguez 4-2), 6:05 p.m. Kansas City (D.Duffy 2-3) at Seattle (Elias 4-4), 8:10 p.m.

Thursdayâ€™s Games N.Y. Mets at Milwaukee, 12:10 a.m. L.A. Dodgers at Chicago Cubs, 12:20 a.m. Arizona at Colorado, 1:10 p.m. San Diego at San Francisco, 1:45 p.m. Atlanta at Washington, 2:05 p.m. Cincinnati at Pittsburgh, 5:05 p.m. St. Louis at Miami, 5:10 p.m.

Thursdayâ€™s Games Chicago White Sox at Detroit, 11:08 a.m. Baltimore at Boston, 11:35 a.m.

Chicago 000 101 112 â€” 6 15 0 Minnesota 100 100 000 â€” 2 9 1 Samardzija, Duke (8), Petricka (8) and Soto; Pelfrey, Fien (7), A.Thompson (9), Pressly (9) and K.Suzuki. Wâ€”Samardzija 5-4. Lâ€”Pelfrey 5-4. Svâ€”Petricka (2). HRsâ€”Minnesota, E.Rosario (4). Houston 130 322 002 â€” 13 16 0 Los Ang. 000 200 001 â€” 3 11 2 McHugh, R.Hernandez (9) and Conger; C.Wilson, Bedrosian (4), Salas (6), C.Ramos (7), J.Alvarez (9) and C.Perez. Wâ€”McHugh 8-3. Lâ€”C.Wilson 5-6. HRsâ€”Houston, Correa (4), Valbuena 2 (19). Kan. City 000 000 000 â€” 0 4 0 Seattle 000 330 01x â€” 7 10 2 Guthrie, Hochevar (6), Mariot (7) and S.Perez; Montgomery and Zunino. Wâ€”Montgomery 2-2. Lâ€” Guthrie 5-5. HRsâ€”Seattle, Ackley (5), Morrison (9). INTERLEAGUE Phila. 001 500 005 â€” 11 11 1 New York 111 030 000 â€” 6 13 1 Oâ€™Sullivan, Araujo (5), J.Gomez (6), L.Garcia (7), Giles (8), De Fratus (9) and Rupp; Sabathia, Pinder (5), Shreve (6), Ju.Wilson (7), Betances (8), Rumbelow (9) and B.McCann. Wâ€”Giles 3-1. Lâ€”Betances 4-1. HRsâ€”Philadelphia, Rupp (1), Franco (10). New York, G.Jones (4), Gardner (9), Headley (7), A.Rodriguez (15).

Rebels preseason schedule set The Red Deer Rebels released their fivegame Western Hockey League pre-season schedule on Tuesday. Their annual rookie camp begins on Aug. 29 and will conclude with the Black and White game on Sept. 2 at 7 p.m. The Rebels open the pre-season on Sept. 5 in St. Albert against the Edmonton Oil Kings,

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AWARDS: He makes it look easy Wednesday night could be a great one for the Habs if Subban captures his second Norris Trophy, but it almost certainly will be a good one for Canadaâ€™s teams. Mark Stone of the Ottawa Senators and Johnny Gaudreau of the Calgary Flames are up for the Calder Trophy as rookie of the year, and Flames coach Bob Hartley is considered the favourite for the Jack Adams Award. If Subban doesnâ€™t win the Norris, it very well could go to Senators captain Erik Karlsson, who like Subban is a better defensive player than when he got the award the first time. â€œI think I have improved as a player, an allaround player,â€? Karlsson said. â€œObviously with experience you get every year, every player develops into something better. Iâ€™m happy where I am right now. I think Iâ€™ve made progress since my season three years ago.â€? Price has made progress through his eight NHL seasons and will likely win the Vezina over Devan Dubnyk of the Minnesota Wild and Pekka Rinne of the Nashville Predators. Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals scored a league-best 53 goals, and John Tavares led the

but will take off for Kennewick, Was., for two games, one against the Tri-City Americans on Sept. 11 and then against the Spokane Chiefs on Sept. 12. The Rebels return to Red Deer on Sept. 18 for a game against the Oil Kings at the Centrium at 7 p.m. and then conclude the exhibition season in Stettler against the Medicine Hat Tigers. New York Islanders back to the playoffs, yet Price has been the Hart front-runner since the midway point of the season. On the eve of the awards show, a handful of his Canadian Olympic teammates from Sochi expressed an appreciation for his season for the Habs. â€œIf it wasnâ€™t for him they wouldnâ€™t have been where they were,â€? Norris finalist Drew Doughty of the Los Angeles Kings said. â€œI think his season overall was just amazing, really.â€? Rival Patrice Bergeron of the Boston Bruins was impressed at just how many 1-0 and 2-1 games Montreal won because of Price. Tavares paid Price an even bigger compliment as a shooter trying to score on him. â€œSometimes you think you let one rip and you feel like you got some pretty good wood on it and you got the target that youâ€™ve looked at and picked off and he kind of just gloves it like it was a bouncing tennis ball going in there,â€? Tavares said. â€œHe just makes it look easy.â€? Price, Ovechkin and Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn are up for the Ted Lindsay Award, which is voted on by players. Tavares said itâ€™s a different kind of award that the league MVP, but no one would be surprised if Price wins that, too. When Price is not on the stage, stars from the Sochi Olympics will be. Bergeron, Jonathan Toews of the Stanley Cup-champion Chicago Blackhawks and Slovenian superstar Anze Kopitar of the Kings are up for the Selke Trophy.

Today

â—? Parkland baseball: Rocky Red Dogs at Lacombe Dodgers at 7 p.m.

Thursday

â—? Ladies fastball: TnT Athletics at Snell & Oslund Badgers at Great Chief 1 at 7 p.m.; Collins Barrow Rage at Stettler at 7 p.m.; N. Jensen Bandits at Topco Oilsite Panthers at Great Chief 2 at 7 p.m. â—? Senior menâ€™s baseball: Gary Moe Volkswagen Legends at Play it Again Sports at 7 p.m. at Great Chief 1; Lacombe Stone and Granite at Printing Place Padres at 7 p.m. at Great Chief 2.

Saturday

â—? Midget AAA baseball: Red Deer Carstar Braves at Okotoks Dawgs White at Okotoks at noon and 3 p.m. â—? Bantam AAA baseball: Fort McMurray Oil Giants at Red Deer Servus Credit Union Braves at Great Chief Park at 3 and 6 p.m. â—? Peewee AAA baseball: Red Deer Braves at Sherwood Park Athletics at 1 and 4 p.m. â—? Alberta Football League: Central Alberta Buccaneers at Edmonton Stallions at 7 p.m. â—? Junior B tier II lacrosse: Lacoka Locos at Strathmore Venom at 6 p.m.

Friday

â—? Junior B tier I lacrosse: Red Deer TBS Rampage at Sherwood Park Titans at 8:30 p.m. â—? Sunburst baseball: Red Deer Riggers at St. Albert Tigers at 7:30 p.m. â—? Parkland baseball: Innisfail Indianst ar Red Deer Razorbacks at 7 p.m. at Great Chief.

Sunday

â—? Bantam AAA baseball: Fort McMurray Oil Giants at Red Deer Servus Credit Union Braves at Great Chief Park at 10 a.m. â—? Peewee AAA baseball: Spruce Grove White Sox at Red Deer Braves at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Football Winnipeg at Saskatchewan, 6 p.m.

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WEEK ONE Bye: B.C. Thursday, June 25 Ottawa at Montreal, 5:30 p.m. Friday, June 26 Hamilton at Calgary, 7 p.m. Saturday, June 27 Edmonton vs. Toronto (at Fort McMurray, Alta.), 3 p.m.

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Soccer At Edmonton China 1 Cameroon 0

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QUARTER-FINALS Fridayâ€™s games At Montreal Germany vs. France, 2 p.m. At Ottawa China vs. U.S., 5:30 p.m. Saturday, June 27 At Edmonton Australia vs. Japan, 2 p.m. At Vancouver Canada vs. England, 5:30 p.m.

Tuesdayâ€™s game At Vancouver Japan 2 Netherlands 1 Mondayâ€™s results At Ottawa England 2 Norway 1 At Edmonton U.S. 2 Colombia 0 Sundayâ€™s results At Vancouver Canada 1 Switzerland 0 At Moncton, N.B. Australia 1 Brazil 0 At Montreal France 3 South Korea 0 Saturdayâ€™s results At Ottawa Germany 4 Sweden 1

SEMIFINALS Tuesday, June 30 At Montreal Ottawa winner vs. Montreal winner, 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 1 At Edmonton Edmonton winner vs. Vancouver winner, 5 p.m.

MIDGET AAA BASEBALL The Red Deer Carstar Braves split their midget AAA baseball games in Sherwood Park against the Dukes on Sunday. The Braves won the first game 6-3 with Ty Wagar pitching a complete game, allowing three runs on four hits and three walks with one strikeout. Jordan Muirhead led the way offensively with a two-RBI single while Zach Olson and Austin Hammond both had two singles. The second game on Sunday went the other way, as the Duke won 6-1. Michael Ozga went 6 2/3 innings on the mound for the Braves and allowed six runs on nine hits, seven walks and two hit batters. Griffin Moline had an RBI single for Red Deer. The Braves are in Okotoks on Thursday to play the Dawgs White and are back there again this Saturday for a double-header also against the Dawgs White. the whole child approach

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Archer helps Rays hold off Blue Jays BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Rays 4 Blue Jays 3 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Tampa Bay’s Chris Archer won his sixth straight decision, allowing three hits over eight innings in a 4-2 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday night. Brandon Guyer and Joey Butler had RBI singles for the Rays, with a wild pitch and passed ball setting up both runs off knuckleballer R.A. Dickey (37). The Rays scored a third run off the Toronto starter with help from centerfielder Kevin Pillar ’s throwing error and Asdrubal Cabrera hit a solo homer off Steve Delabar for a 4-2 lead in the eighth. Edwin Encarnacion’s solo homer off Brad Boxberger, who earned his 19th save, trimmed Toronto’s deficit to one run in the ninth. Archer (9-4) improved to 3-0 against Toronto this season, allowing two runs and seven hits while striking out 25 over 22 innings in those games. He is 6-1 in 12 career starts against the Blue Jays and held them hitless Tuesday until Dioner Navarro homered with one out in the fifth. Navarro went deep against his former team for the second straight night, ending the Blue Jays’ string of consecutive scoreless innings against Archer at 18. Pillar singled leading off the sixth for the second hit off the Rays starter, and Navarro singled in the seventh to set up a Blue Jays run that scored on first baseman Jake Elmore’s error.

Archer’s winning streak is the longest of his career. It spans nine starts since his last loss at home against Texas on May 7. TRAINER’S ROOM Blue Jays: RHP Aaron Sanchez (strained lat) has resumed playing catch. Rays: LHP Matt Moore (elbow ligament replacement surgery) could make his final minor league rehab start Friday night for Triple-A Durham and return to the rotation next week. “If all goes well, he’ll be with us,” manager Kevin Cash said. ... RHP Erasmo Ramirez (groin) will have a bullpen session in the next few days and may be back for a start June 30. BATTER UP: Steven Stamkos and four other members of the NHL’s Eastern Conference champion Tampa Bay Lightning — Ben Bishop, Alex Killorn, Brian Boyle and Braydon Coburn — took batting practice before the game. Bishop caught the attention of early arrivals in the crowd of 11,474, hitting four home runs. He joined Stamkos, Killorn and Coburn in throwing ceremonial first pitches. The Chicago Blackhawks defeated the Lightning in the Stanley Cup Final in six games. BULLPEN SHUFFLE Blue Jays manager John Gibbons said LHP Brett Cecil is out as closer, which could lead to RHP Roberto Osuna taking over the role. Osuna struck out five over two innings in Monday night’s 8-5 win over the Rays, picking up his first career save. Cecil has allowed 10 earned runs over his last 5 2-3 innings.

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Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Munenori Kawasaki forces Tampa Bay Rays’ Brandon Guyer (5) at second base and turns a double play on Jake Elmore during the eighth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, in St. Petersburg, Fla.

NHL salary cap set at $71.4 NHL going to 3-on-3 OT, million for next season assuming board approval BY THE CANADIAN PRESS

LAS VEGAS — The salary cap will be higher next season than some NHL teams had feared. The league and Players’ Association announced Tuesday that the cap will be US$71.4 million for 2015-16. That’s a $2.1-million increase from this season’s $69 million, more than expected a few months ago. The weak Canadian dollar led projections to be in the $70-71 million range. “I had heard rumours it was going to be lower,” Detroit Red Wings general manager Ken Holland said. “I think it’s a little higher than I’d expected, but it was a tight window regardless.” What helped push the cap to $71.4 million was the NHLPA triggering its five per-cent escalator clause to increase the cap. Players have the option of raising the cap five per cent each year, but because of escrow there’s reason for those with contracts to vote against it. After a lot of debate, they decided to do it.

“That’s what we felt had the most benefit, obviously for us as the players and I think for the overall game and the growth of our game,” New York Islanders captain John Tavares said, citing the weak Canadian dollar as the big reason. “It’s the one thing us and the league don’t have any control over, so you’ve got to kind of deal with what’s presented to us, and that’s why we felt the escalator was important to use.” The NHLPA using the escalator puts more money into the system and gives cap-strapped teams a bit of relief this summer. Teams up against the cap like the Chicago Blackhawks and Philadelphia Flyers will benefit the most, though they’ll still need to shed salary before October. “It’s going to be tough for our team and tough for some of our teammates,” Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews said. “Obviously not an enjoyable moment knowing that we might have to lose a few (players).” On the other side, the likes of the Arizona Coyotes, Buffalo Sabres and Nashville Predators will need to spend to reach the new cap floor of $52.8 million.

Respecting the game means respecting the course

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS LAS VEGAS — Four-on-four is out and three-on-three is in as the NHL will make a change to overtime for next season. Assuming approval from the board of governors Wednesday, overtime will be three-on-three instead of four-onfour for the full five-minute period. The aim is to have more games decided in overtime and reduce the number of shootouts. Players preferred that instead of the AHL format — three minutes of threeon-three followed by four-on-four until the end of a seven-minute period — according to Detroit Red Wings general manager Ken Holland. “Basically our feeling was that whatever the players wanted we were comfortable with, and that’s basically what we agreed to today,” Holland said Tuesday. “We want a higher percentage of games determined in overtime, and we think three-on-three is going to do it.”

Construction starts on Mickelson National Golf Club near Calgary BY GOLF CANADA

JUSTINE DECOCK GOLF CANADA With summer starting, many courses are completing spring maintenance to prepare for the busy season ahead. The grounds crews at golf courses around the world work tirelessly to have their courses in prime condition for golfers and tournament play. The Etiquette section in the Rules of Golf aim to assist maintenance departments and help in caring for the course; the rules serve as guidelines for play and are not there to penalize players. Decision 1-2/07 provides guidance on the meaning of ‘sole purpose of caring for the course’ in respect to Rule 1-2: Decision 1-2/0.7 “The phrase “sole purpose of caring for the course” in the Exception refers to the performance of acts that are encouraged in the Etiquette Section of the Rules of Golf provided they are taken at the appropriate time and manner permitted by the Rules. The provisions of Rule 1-2 do not prevent a player from taking acts that conform with the Etiquette Section, so long as the player does so for the sole purpose of caring for the course and without intentionally influencing the movement of a ball, or the physical conditions affecting play, of a player in the player’s group or match.” One of the more popular questions we are asked is whether a player whose ball lies in a bunker is allowed to rake footprints near the ball before playing his shot.

The Rules of Golf book touches on ‘Care of the Course’ in the Etiquette Section, and simply put, it encourages all players to rake their footprints (and nearby footprints made by others) before leaving a bunker. In this situation, the player will not be penalized if his purpose for raking footprints is for the sole purpose of caring for the course. However, doing so on the player’s line of play to affect his stance, the lie of the ball or the area of his intended swing will result in a penalty. The game of golf relies on players conducting themselves in a respectful, disciplined manner. It is important to remember that the course must also be respected. Whether made during the normal course of play, in practice or otherwise, players should avoid causing damage to the course by replacing divots – no matter when or how they are created. Although caring for the course is encouraged by the Rules of Golf, a player must ensure their actions do not breach the following Rules: ● Rule 1-2 Exerting Influence on Movement of Ball or Altering Physical Conditions ● Rule 13-4 Ball in Hazard; Prohibited Actions Putting greens are no different. This video demonstrates the effect your shoes can have on your competitors and the course itself. Don’t forget to respect the game and the course whenever you play. Justine Decock is Coordinator, Rules and Competitions for Golf Canada

Last season, 170 games (13.82 per cent) went to the shootout. In 2013-14, 178 games (14.47 per cent) went to the shootout. GMs agreed in March to recommend some sort of overtime change, and players had their say at the competition committee meeting earlier this month. That committee did not reach a consensus, so there was more conversation leading up to this week before three-on-three was the decision. “We think it’s a good thing,” Brad Treliving of the Calgary Flames said. “It highlights the skill in the game, so we’ll see how it goes.” The board of governors is expected to green-light three-on-three overtime as well as a coach’s challenge system for goals scored on goaltender interference and offside plays. A coach will be able to use a challenge only if he has his timeout left, but not in the final minute of regulation or overtime as those will be decided by the referees. Expansion was not on the docket for GMs, but there was a sense of pride that the long-talked-about overtime changes are almost set.

Calgary – Windmill Golf Group has announced that construction has begun on its newest championship golf course, Mickelson National Golf Club, just west of Calgary in beautiful Rocky View County at the foothills of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Barry Ehlert, Managing Partner of Windmill Golf Group, is developing Mickelson National Golf Club as a centerpiece of Harmony, a 1,750-acre community built by partners Qualico Communities and Bordeaux Developments. “This announcement has been seven years in the making” said Ehlert “It’s a dream come true and to have Phil Mickelson and his team involved makes that wait absolutely worthwhile.” The gently rolling foothills are being transformed, with shaping reflective of the mountains, water features and sensational landscaping to accentuate the golf course design. The goal is to open the course for play in fall of

2017. “I’m thrilled that we’ve begun work on a project we’re confident will be one of the outstanding courses in Canada,” said Mickelson. “The land and setting give us a great opportunity to create a versatile course that will both challenge the world’s best players and be great fun for amateurs of all levels.” Mickelson’s first design was Whisper Rock in Scottsdale, Az. PMD has completed successful projects in Kunming and Shanghai, China. “At Mickelson National Golf Club,” said Ehlert, “our goal is to set new standards in providing a vibrant and exciting golfing experience – we’re investing in creating Canada’s flagship club.” Harmony Developments Inc., Birol Fisekci said, “When you’re talking about a place as special as Rocky View County, you really do need to build projects that do it justice. Having a golf facility of such a high caliber, built by the best and that will attract and potentially create the game’s top players, only makes sense in Harmony and Springbank.”

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Legion falling on lean times AGING AND DWINDLING MEMBERSHIP HAS RED DEER BRANCH LOOKING AT OPTIONS BY MARY-ANN BARR RED DEER ADVOCATE The Red Deer Royal Canadian Legion’s first attempt at a lottery hasn’t been going all that well. While it’s the second local lottery that has had to get an extension recently, the problem may not be the slowing economy so much as the nature of the Legion. Bev Hanes, president of the Red Deer Legion, said on Tuesday that they have received an extension to continue selling the cash lottery tickets until Dec. 31. They were supposed to end sales on May 28. But with an aging and declining membership, not a lot of volunteers, and limited locations where they can sell, they are behind even the break-even point. Last week, the 2015 Hospitals Lottery had its cutoff extended by one week to June 28 because it was only 85 per cent sold out. People are buying smaller ticket packages and fewer tickets, possibly because of the current economic situation. In the Legion’s case, Hanes said they weren’t able to get the lottery up and running until January. That meant they missed the Remembrance Day and Christmas periods to sell tickets. The funds raised will go directly to the local Legion, but half must ultimately go back into the community. The cash prizes include one $25,000 and two $5,000 prizes. Hanes said that people may not realize the local Legion does not receive any of the money raised through the annual sale of poppies. As well, 95 per cent of the Legion’s membership fees is sent on to the provincial and national Legion levels. The local Legion, which makes regular donations to groups such as the Red Deer Hospice Society, St. John Ambulance and Meals on Wheels, has been running an operating budget deficit for a few years now. Many of the people who use the Legion don’t have a lot of disposable income, she said. The Legion, located at 2810 Bremner Ave., is a prime piece of real estate but they are not talking about selling it. “It’ll be a long time in the future” but it is one of their options, said Hanes, adding it would require a special meeting of members. In 2007, the branch sold an apartment building it owned, providing it with some cash. It also rents out space to two businesses although one is moving out soon.

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Red Deer Legion general manager Jim Bourgoin is hoping a cash lottery will payoff for the Legion this year. The lottery is offering up two prizes of $5,000 and a grand prize of $25,000 to be awarded December 31, 2015. She said the Red Deer Legion is no different than other Legions, which are facing aging memberships and fewer new members. Many branches have moved to smaller locations but this tends to have a negative affect on membership, Hanes said. Most of the members in Red Deer are older, many in their 80s and some in their 90s, so a lot of them aren’t volunteering to sell raffle tickets, she said. The Red Deer and Innisfail branches are in the top five in terms of membership in Canada. Red Deer has about 1,700 members. Hanes wants to be proactive and put some funds into improving the building so they can have an open house to let people know what the Legion has to offer. “You can bring your family in there ... there’s games there they can come in and play with their grandchildren, you don’t have to make reservations,

Investigation clears RCMP of shooting last year Red Deer RCMP did nothing wrong in an incident that led an officer to discharge his firearm at an accelerating Ford Escape near Hwy 11A and Taylor Drive last year, concluded an Alberta Serious Incident Response Team investigation. The ASIRT investigation concluded the officers were lawfully placed and the use of force, in this case the discharge of the firearm, was reasonable in the circumstances. The report said there are no reasonable grounds to believe that the conduct of the officer constituted a criminal offence. The officers acted to preserve the lives in their care and their own lives in an objectively dangerous situation, said the report released on Tuesday. ASIRT investigates incidents involving Alberta’s police that have resulted in serious injury or death to any person, as well as serious or sensitive allegations of police misconduct. It was directed to investigate the incident that led an officer to discharge is firearm near Red Deer on Oct. 4, 2014. Police attempted to stop two suspicious vehicles on a gravel road, north of Hwy 11A, west of Taylor Drive. Around 11:30 p.m., one of the vehicles was stopped and two men were apprehended without incident. A police vehicle was parked in order to block the roadway during the stop. Three marked police vehicles with activated emergency equipment located the second vehicle, a stolen Ford Escape, further down the road.

It did not stop but continued to accelerate towards police. The vehicle was forced into the ditch but it was able to bypass the three police vehicles and get back to the road, accelerating rapidly towards where two officers and the two men in custody from the first vehicle were on the road. Both officers saw the truck rapidly approaching and were concerned that it would ram either the police vehicle or the stopped truck, propelling the vehicles into the officers and the truck’s occupants. One officer grabbed one man, pulling him away from the potential collision scene. The second officer, while attempting to move the second person to safety, drew his service gun and fired one shot towards the driver of the oncoming vehicle. At that point, the vehicle was very close and on a course to strike the parked police vehicle. It drove into the field around the officers and fled the scene. Shortly, after the stolen vehicle was involved in a collision with another vehicle. Police apprehended the driver and a passenger who fled the vehicle. RCMP charged both the driver and passenger with multiple offences arising out of the incident. It was later determined that the police officer’s shot had struck the vehicle in the front grill. There were no injuries as a result of the shooting. The investigation is complete.

it’s there to enjoy, you don’t have to drink.” The Legion has a canteen that offers meals and drinks, but it also runs Molly B’s Lounge, open to the public. Anyone can become a Legion member now as long as they accept the Legion’s values. Historically, the membership was comprised of military and RCMP veterans and their families. Legions offer various services to veterans. As for new veterans, Hanes said they simply aren’t in the same numbers that Second World War veterans were, and they aren’t seeing much interest from them. “Overall, I want it to continue as a gathering place for people. ... World War One and Two and Korean vets fought for freedom that was probably different in that time, because the whole world was engaged in those conflicts. Now it’s more than one conflict

all over the world and I think people just kind of tuned out a bit. ... “It’s like when you look at an election, how many people go to vote? If they only realized what they’re giving up by not getting out there and getting involved.” Hanes, whose father came from Manitoba to the A-20 Army Camp in Red Deer during the Second World War and met and married a local girl, believes there’s definitely a place and need for the Legion but “how do you get that across to people?” Although here are many restrictions as to where they can sell, Hanes said they have started selling their lottery tickets at the Red Deer Cruise Nights and the Red Deer Market. They can also be purchased at the Legion. Tickets are $25 each, with 5,000 tickets printed. For more information, call 403-342-0035. barr@reddeeradvocate.com

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Andriy Hrebnyk runs up against a much larger opponent as he works hard to get control of the ball from teacher Tom West during a student vs. staff soccer game at St. Patrick’s School in Red Deer on Tuesday. The Teachers held on to claim a close 4-3 victory over the students in a hard fought game.

Former city RCMP officer charged Sylvan Lake man killed after with assault after public complaint motorcycle collision in Jasper A former Red Deer RCMP officer is facing three assault charges following an incident that occurred three years ago in the city. Const. Eric Pomerleau was charged after a public complaint was submitted to the RCMP about an on-duty incident on Aug. 19, 2012, involving a civilian in police custody in Red Deer. A public complaint was submitted to the RCMP last November and an in-

vestigation ensued. Pomerleau is charged with assault with a weapon (OC spray, also known as pepper spray), assault causing bodily harm and common assault. He was working in Red Deer at the time. He will make his first appearance in Red Deer provincial court on July 14. Pomerleau is currently on administrative duties at another Alberta detachment.

A 28-year-old Sylvan Lake man is dead after his motorcycle collided with a pickup truck in Jasper National Park on Monday. Jasper RCMP responded to the scene of the two-vehicle collision on the Miette Hot Springs Road around 11:40 a.m. Police say the truck was travelling near the hot springs when it collided with the motorcycle.

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After the motorcycle crossed the centre line on a curved portion of the road, the driver lost control and collided with the oncoming pickup. The motorcycle driver was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity has not been released. The driver and sole occupant of the truck did not suffer any injuries. The collision is under investigation.

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BRIEFS Paulette Hanna new RDC vice-president academic A former local school superintendant with ties to the University of Calgary is the new vice president academic at Red Deer College. Paulette Hanna will step into the position on July 2. She replaces Brad Donaldson, who accepted a position at SAIT in Calgary earlier this year. Hanna was hired by the college last year as associate vicepresident academic. Hanna, who has Paulette Hanna a doctor of education from the U of C and a masters of arts from San Diego University, was formerly superintendant for Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools, and a member of the board of governors for Red Deer College from 2003 to 2010. Currently, she is also the academic co-ordinator for the master of education interdisciplinary program, instructional leadership and a sessional instructor at the U of C. Hanna’s role at RDC will be to continue to create a teaching and learning environment with RDC programs that respond to the needs of students and surrounding communities. The college is pursuing polytechnic university status.

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Mayor Rick Pankiw gets a lesson in track hoe operation from operator Blake Beelby of Bluffton during the cutting of the sod ceremony at the site of the new skatepark in Rimbey. Ground was broken by Kenzle Ventures Ltd. on the $500,000 project on Monday. The town hasn’t had a skatepark for two years after the old wooden park had to be torn down. The new cement park will be built just south of the Rimbey Lions Park. The Rimbey Kinsmen have raised half of the nearly $500,000 cost, with funding also coming from the town, Ponoka County and the Lions Club. A number of local businesses have also donated equipment. The project should be completed in early September. ing of June 13. If you are missing a post-hole digger, you are asked to call the Exhibits staff at Red Deer RCMP at 403-406-2574 from Monday to Friday between 8 am and 4 p.m. You will be asked to provide proof of ownership in order to claim it, such as the serial number or some specific identifiers.

Offsite levy rates on rise for new city development Offsite levy rates are going up on new developments in Red Deer on Monday. City council set a rate of $213,225 per hectare, up 4.9 per cent from the 2013 rate of $203, 301 per hectare. The city charges offsite levies on new development lands to cover the costs of extending water, sanitary and storm and trunk systems and arterial roadways to service the new areas. The rates are reviewed annually and adjusted as required.

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Police look for owner of industrial post-hole digger Red Deer RCMP are looking for the owner of a post-hole digger. The large orange industrial posthole digger was abandoned on a residential street in the Fairview neighbourhood sometime during the morn-

Vehicle found by police in assault investigation

The victim was able to fight off the attacker and flee the scene. However, he suffered serious injuries and was transported to hospital, where he remains. Blackfalds RCMP sought assistance in identifying a vehicle seen in the area around the time of the assault. The vehicle was described as a dirty green mini van with the side rear windows missing. The investigation into the assault is ongoing and if anyone has information regarding this incident, they are asked to contact the Blackfalds RCMP 403885-3333 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477 (TIPS).

Lacombe flushes hydrants to maintain water quality The City of Lacombe has contracted Aquatech Services to conduct a citywide fire hydrant flushing program beginning on July 2. The program is designed to maintain water quality by removing sediment and minerals from the distribution pipes, and to test the hydrants to

ensure that adequate water flow and pressure are available. “This operation may cause discolouration and a decrease in water pressure for short periods of time for affected homes and businesses; however, the water is still safe to drink,” said Utilities manager Chris Huston. People experiencing discoloration are advised to flush the lines by turning on their cold water taps until the water runs clear. Do not use the hot water tap to flush your system. When hot water is used, discolored water can enter the hot water tank, which can cause issues due to the higher-thannormal mineral content. Avoid using your washing machines during this period, as the discoloured water can stain clothes. If the water pressure or volume seems low, check your faucet screens for mineral deposits. The hydrant-flushing program is vital to the maintenance of the municipal water distribution system. It enhances water quality by removing sediments from the mainline; and identifies any system malfunctions and weaknesses.

Blackfalds RCMP say they have found the vehicle of interest during an investigation of a rural assault. Police thanked the public for help in identifying the vehicle. Police say that about 7:15 p.m. on Sunday, they received a report that an elderly man had been assaulted while at his residence, a rural property in Lacombe County.

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the weekend in the embattled Donetsk and Mariupol regions. The U.S.-led training regime takes presumably battle-hardened national guard units off the line where they’ve been fighting Russian-backed separatists and puts them through remedial basic military training. The plan is to instruct up to six battalions. The U.S. is hoping the program will train more than 700 troops every six months. Canadians, according to one published report, could very well be tasked with focusing on strengthening the cadre of non-commissioned officers, who are considered the backbone of western armies. The intent is to shake the Ukrainians out of the rigid, old Soviet-era Red Army mindset, which relied heavily on officers calling the shots, rather than sergeants and corporals, who are closer to the fighting. Two officials in the European diplomatic community here, also speaking on background, said the Americans and British have been surprised at how “acutely unready” the Ukrainian units are for fighting a war. The regular army, after years of cuts and neglect, found itself outmatched and out-foxed by separatists at the beginning of the campaign last year, in the aftermath of the Russian annexation of Crimea. That forced the government to reinstate conscription in 2014, deploy national guard units and rely heavily on volunteer battalions, including extreme nationalists.

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — Three decades on, the RCMP says its investigation into the Air India bombing — the worst terrorist act in Canadian history — remains “active and ongoing.” On June 23, 1985, an explosion ripped apart Air India Flight 182 en route to New Delhi, killing all 329 people aboard, most of them Canadians of Indian descent. Authorities believe Sikh extremists fighting for an independent homeland sabotaged the Boeing 747, which crashed into the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Ireland. A federal commission of inquiry would conclude that a “cascading series of errors” by police, intelligence officers and air safety regulators allowed the attack to take place. The complex investigation of the crime was hampered by difficulty raising the wreckage from the ocean floor, agency turf wars and challenges persuading witnesses to come forward. Talwinder Singh Parmar, a prime suspect, died in 1992. In 2003, Inderjit Singh Reyat pleaded guilty to manslaughter. Two years later a British Columbia judge found Ajaib Singh Bagri and Ripudaman Singh Malik not guilty. But police have not closed the file. A “dedicated team” of Mounties continues to probe the attack on the jetliner and a related explosion at Tokyo’s Narita airport, said Sgt. Annie Linteau, an RCMP spokeswoman. “Over the last 30 years, the Air India investigation is the longest and certainly one of the most complex domestic terrorism investigations that the RCMP has undertaken in the history of the Canadian judiciary,” Linteau told The Canadian Press. “We have continuously worked with various international police agencies in Europe, Asia and North America, who have been extremely co-operative.” The Mounties rarely discuss ongoing investigations, and Linteau declined to provide additional details. Bal Gupta of the Air India Victims Families Association said he had not heard from the RCMP in more than a year. “I don’t know anything about progress,” said Gupta, who lost his wife in the bombing. “In principle, any murder file is not closed unless the culprits are sentenced.”

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BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — Muslim families gathered at 24 Sussex Drive to break the Ramadan fast Monday night, the first time it’s believed such an event has been held at the prime minister’s official residence. During the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims fast daily between dawn and sunset. The break-the-fast dinner, called the iftar, is traditionally a festive and spiritual event. U.S. President Barack Obama hosts an iftar annually at the White House, as has the British prime minister at his official residence. But Canada’s prime minister has never had one — until now. “This house belongs ultimately to all Canadians,” Prime Minister Stephen Harper told a crowd of 40 people who gathered to pray and break the fast late Monday night. “And I hope all Canadians, especially our Muslim friends and neighbours, share in these blessings tonight.” But in addition to the historical importance of the event, it was also highly symbolic, as Harper himself noted. “(It) has been said: host who shares iftar brings goodness upon himself,” he said, according to the text of his prepared remarks. The Conservative government’s relationship with the Muslim community has been tense, with major flare-ups over issues such as a new bill banning face veils during citizenship ceremonies. Harper has also been criticized for focusing more on radical elements within Islam than on reaching out to mainstream Muslims in the aftermath of terrorist attacks linked to radicalization. But the mood on Monday night was described as warm. The call to prayer — held in the Harper’s living room — was led by a young Muslim doctor from Toronto.

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Early stage breast cancer patients getting too many imaging tests: study BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — Women with early stage breast cancer are getting unneeded follow-up imaging tests which are clogging the health-care system and wasting millions of dollars, a new study reports. Canadian and international guidelines say that most women diagnosed with Stage 1 or Stage 2 breast cancer don’t need additional MRIs or CT scans because the risk that their cancer has spread is very low. And yet a study of all early stage breast cancer diagnoses in Ontario between 2007 and 2012 found that 86 per cent of those women had at least one additional scan after their diagnosis and most had multiple scans. In fact, the average was nearly four scans per woman. The scans were to see if the cancers had moved into the bones, lungs, abdomen or pelvis. “I think the bottom line really is that this massive provincial data set tells us that the system has gone astray and now is the time to really help enhance patient care,” Dr. Mark Clemons, the paper’s senior author, said in an interview. Clemons is a professor of medicine at the University of Ottawa and a clinician at the Ottawa Hospital. The study is published in this week’s Canadian Medical AssociaFILE photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS tion Journal. Multiple evidence-based guidelines that are issued to help doc- In this May 6, 2010 file photo, detection lead mammographer, Toborcia Bedgood, tors make decisions about the appro- left, prepares a screen-film mammography test for patient Alicia Maldonado, at priate way to practise advise against The Elizabeth Center for Cancer Detection in Los Angeles.Women with early doing additional tests on women with Stage 1 or 2 breast cancer to see if their stage breast cancer are getting unneeded follow-up imaging tests, which are cancers have spread. Those guidelines costing millions of dollars, a new study reports. don’t apply if the women have symptoms that would suggest their cancers have concluded the risks associated “It actually shows that doing more have progressed — things like back with additional imaging tests outweigh is certainly not better,” Clemons said ache or shortness of breath. the benefits women might get from of the study. “We’ve actually shown But methem. harms are being done to these patastasis — F o r t h e tients, harms such as delaying starting ‘WE’VE ACTUALLY SHOWN HARMS i n d i v i d u a l treatment. It means more radiation exspread — is rare when w o m e n , posure, more anxiety for patients. The ARE BEING DONE TO THESE breast canthose risks costs are millions of dollars a year. PATIENTS, HARMS SUCH AS cer is deinclude un“And also another interesting harm tected in the DELAYING STARTING TREATMENT.’ n e c e s s a r y is the fact that by patients having scans early stages, exposure to that they don’t need, we’re actually Clemons delaying other patients with other dis— DR. MARK CLEMONS r a d i a t i o n said. PROFESSOR OF MEDICINE, UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA — which is eases from getting investigation they In fact, itself a can- require.” the chances cer risk — as Clemons said the researchers canthat a Stage 1 patient will have metas- well as the fact that their treatment not tell from the data why women are tases that can be picked up on a scan might be delayed as their doctors wait getting so many tests against the advice are remote — 0.2 per cent, the study for the results of the additional tests. of the practice guidelines. says. For Stage 2 breast cancer, the The unneeded tests also create probThe group is conducting a study in rate is just 1.2 per cent. lems for the health-care system and for which they are talking to women and Given how unlikely it is that the can- patients with other diseases who need doctors to uncover what is behind the cer will have spread, expert groups MRIs and CT scans. decisions to order the extra testing.

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Eight is What does cancellation Enough star even mean anymore? dies at 86 BY EMILY YAHR ADVOCATE NEWS SERVICES On Monday afternoon, NBC announced that after Hannibal airs its final 10 episodes in the summer, the grisly, absorbing drama will be canceled. Who cares? Let’s be real: It no longer makes any sense to get upset when something is “canceled.” After all, The Mindy Project was canceled. So was Community. Same with The Killing, and even Degrassi. Then, just as swiftly as they were pulled from the TV schedule, online streaming providers — Hulu, Yahoo!, Netflix — swooped in, renewing the shows to live another day. So why shouldn’t Hannibal, another ratings-challenged but niche-favorite show, expect the same treatment? It played out predictably: Within hours of NBC’s announcement, Hannibal executive producer Martha DeLaurentiis said the show is “exploring other distribution options.” Creator Bryan Fuller confirmed the show will still have a panel at San Diego Comic Con in July, and urged fans to watch the remaining episodes. BuzzFeed TV reporter Kate Aurthur pointed out that the show has an exclusive streaming deal with Amazon, now in the market for its own original programming. Draw your own conclusions about what could happen. Unlike days past, when fans fruitlessly bombarded networks with angry letters, calls and random objects in hopes that a miracle would happen and executives would listen, a show being pulled now just isn’t as dire for a low-rated yet beloved series. If a program has a loyal fan base, cancellation truly means nothing. It’s more just waiting to see where it will end up next. However, is that a good thing? (Except for the people getting paid to create it, of course.) For an increasingly entitled TV culture, maybe not so much. Just look at the upcoming year of TV: Coach, The X-Files and Full House will all be resurrected. Audiences may soon have “rescued show” fatigue, thanks to the reboots that only reinforce the fact that nothing stays gone anymore. Plus, after a show is rescued, the

BRIEF Nickelback cancels tour; singer Chad Kroeger to get vocal cord surgery TORONTO — Nickelback is cancelling the rest of its North American tour because singer Chad Kroeger needs vocal cord surgery. The band says in a statement that the 40-year-old has an operable cyst on

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NBC announced on Monday that it didn’t have the stomach for another season of Hannibal. Within hours of NBC’s announcement, ‘Hannibal’ executive producer Martha DeLaurentiis said the show was “exploring other distribution options.”

COMMENT excitement is all used up during the initial announcement. There might be a bit of frenzy in the days leading up to the premiere, but by the time the show launches in its new home, the enthusiasm level inevitably plummets. Arrested Development, Season 4, lost all steam pretty much immediately. his voice box and will undergo surgery in three weeks. The Hanna, Alta., rockers had initially cancelled their weekend gigs in the hopes of a quick recovery. The cancelled dates include shows in Quebec City and Ottawa, along with dozens of cities in the United States. The band expects Kroeger to be ready for a European run beginning in Finland on Sept. 30. Nickelback is also expected to tour North America again next year. “I am sorry I have to interrupt the party this summer and I am definitely not thrilled with the prospect of being silent for many weeks to come when I could be out there playing for our fans,” Kroeger said in a release. “I am relying on my doctor and his

Longmire didn’t make much of a splash. And do you know anyone who watched Community, Season 6? So really, for everyone tweeting #SaveHannibal: No reason to panic. There’s a pretty good chance that something will work out. But seeing how these things have worked out in the past, this is just a warning to be careful what you wish for. team to help get my voice back in good form as quickly as possible.” The band’s most recent album, No Fixed Address, was released last year and has racked up platinum sales in Canada.

NEW YORK — Dick Van Patten, the genial, round-faced comic actor who premiered on Broadway as a child, starred on television in its infancy and then, in middle age, found lasting fame as the patriarch on TV’s Eight is Enough, has died. Van Patten died Tuesday in Santa Monica, California, of complications from diabetes, said his publicist, Daniel Bernstein. He was 86. Born in New York, the veteran entertainer began his career as a model Dick Van Patten and child actor, making his Broadway debut in 1935 at the age of seven, billed as “Dickie Van Patten.” He would go on to appear in 27 other Broadway plays, acting alongside such giants as Melvyn Douglas, Tallulah Bankhead and, for three years, as the son of Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne in O Mistress Mine. In 1949, he began a seven-year run on one of TV’s earliest series, the CBS comedy Mama, playing one of the sons of a Norwegian-American family in early 1900s San Francisco. Van Patten’s greatest TV success was as Tom Bradford, a widower and father of eight who met and married Abby (played by Betty Buckley), with whom he set up a loving if chaotic household. The ABC comedy-drama aired from 1977-1981. “Every day on set he was a happy, jovial person, always generous and ready to play, tease and always keep us all laughing,” said Buckley. “He was the consummate professional, a wonderful actor, master of comedy, and a kind and generous human being.” “He was truly a gem and will be missed,” tweeted Willie Aames, who, now 54, played the Bradford son Tommy on the series, which launched him as a teen heart-throb. “As Dick always said: Remember our time together gang... Cause these ARE the good ole’ days.” Van Patten’s many other TV appearances included Sanford and Son, The Streets of San Francisco, Adam-12, Happy Days, The Love Boat, Touched By An Angel, Arrested Development and, most recently, Hot in Cleveland.

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HEIGHINGTON DR. JOHN MCLUHAN Edna Euphemia July 28, 1927 - June 24, 2014 May 16, 1918 - June 21, 2015 We love you and miss you Edna Euphemia Heighington passed away peacefully in Bruce, Jean, Jo-Anne, Sandy and families Red Deer at the age of 97 years. Edna was predeceased by her husband of 51 years, Oliver James Heighington, brothers; Alan, Ivan, Tommy, Lloyd, and Murray, sisters; Fanny and Mary, daughter, Irene, and grandson, Kent. Left to mourn are her sons; Keith (Marilyn), Dale (Evelyn), and Larry (Maureen), as well as grandchildren; Lea, Derek, Koryn (Gordie), Vincent (Sherry), Janice (Dan), Lori, Desmond, and her greatgrandchildren; Alexandra, Rebecca, Jillian, Ashely, Brandon, Matthew, and Heather. Edna was born in DAN MCKINNON Whitewood, Saskatchewan. Oct 26 1929 - June 21 2005 Her mom passed away at a young age so Edna took the We love and miss you! role of caregiver to her dad and siblings. This is a role AnnaBelle, Murray, that she loved and carried Eleanor, Dale, Duncan forward her entire life with and families. her family and everyone she met. When she was 18 years of age, she traveled across Canada to Victoria, British Columbia, to become a nanny first, then worked as a Card Of Thanks dietician in Victoria General Hospital. This is where she TENSEN met her husband, Oliver, who We would like to thank the was serving in the army. following Organization’s and Years later, they moved to people who made it possible Calgary where they had a for Winnie Tensen stay in her general store. After having own home for the last their first son, they decided to 14 years. settle down and buy a farm in Home Care, Family Services, the Breton area. They moved Meals-On-Wheels, Life-Line, to Red Deer in the 1980’s. Paramedics, Parkvale Estate Throughout her life, Edna Residents, her Church spent many hours family, her many adopted volunteering for her local daughters who faithfully Elks Club and Ladies Legion walked with Winnie every Auxiliary. She was an avid day. Doctor’s and especially bowler and won numerous the Nurses on Unit 33 who trophies. Edna had the luck cared for Winnie the last few of the Irish! If she wasn’t weeks with compassion and winning at bingo, she was tender care. winning the meat draw at her favorite table in the Legion A heart-felt thank you from surrounded by friends and the Tensen family. family. As lucky as she was, God Bless you all! she didn’t get a 29 hand in cribbage until she was 96 years of age. Edna will be sorely missed by all those THE RIGGINS FAMILY who knew her and whose would like to thank everyone lives she touched. Special for all the phone calls, cards, thanks to the staff at Bethany flowers and food that was CollegeSide for taking such sent to the families. good care of her during her It was greatly appreciated stay there. A Funeral Service Lorraine, Brian, Grant, Judy, will be held at Eventide and Kim Funeral Chapel, 4820-45 Street, Red Deer, on Thursday, June 25, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. Memorial tributes in Edna’s honour may be Over 2,000,000 made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 202, hours 5913-50 Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 4C4. St. John Ambulance Condolences may be volunteers provide forwarded to the family by visiting www.eventidefuneralchapels.com.

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JJAM Management (1987) Ltd., o/a Tim Horton’s Requires to work at these Red Deer, AB locations: 5111 22 St. 37444 HWY 2 S 37543 HWY 2N 700 3020 22 St. FOOD ATTENDANT Req’d permanent shift weekend day and evening both full and part time. 16 Vacancies, $10.25/hr. + benefits. Start ASAP. Job description www.timhortons.com Education and experience not req’d. Apply in person or fax resume to: 403-314-1303

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EXP’D PIPELAYERS & OPERATORS JJAM Management (1987) req’d for Water/Sewer Ltd., o/a Tim Horton’s Line Utility Installation. Requires to work at these A.I.C. Construction Ltd. Red Deer, AB locations: Exc. wages/benefits. 5111 22 St. Fax: 403-207-4055 37444 HWY 2 S or email: 37543 HWY 2N r.nolet@aicconstruction.ca 700 3020 22 St. GOODMEN Manager/Food Services Permanent P/T, F/T shift. ROOFING LTD. Wknd, day, night & eves. Requires Start date ASAP $19.23/hr. 40 hrs/week, + benefits , SLOPED ROOFERS 8 Vacancies, 3-5 yrs. exp., LABOURERS criminal record check req’d. & FLAT ROOFERS Req’d education some secondary. Apply in Valid Driver’s Licence person or fax resume to: preferred. Fax or email 403-314-1303 For full job info@goodmenroofing.ca description visit www. or (403)341-6722 timhortons.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!

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WASHINGTON 1932 - 2015 Mr. David Llewellyn ‘Lew’ Washington, beloved husband of Mrs. Mariam Washington, of Red Deer, Alberta, passed away at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre on Friday, June 19, 2015 at the age of 83 years. At Lew’s request, a Private Family Service will take place at a later date. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com Arrangements in care of Sonya Henderson, Funeral Director at PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040.

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BROUWER Willem Jacob Sept. 4, 1935 - June 20, 2015 It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of a beloved husband, incredible father, amazing Opa, special uncle, brother and good friend, Willem “Bill” Jacob Brouwer. Bill leaves behind his wife, Gerda of 58 years, six children; Sigmund (Cindy), Marcella (John), Geraldine, Marina (Mike), Robert (Janet), and Lisa (Jim), fifteen grandchildren; Kerri Lynn (Brian), Colette (Darren), Justine (Derek), Peter John (Cali), Billy, McKenna, Teagan, Sarah, Nikki, Olivia, Savannah, Alfreda, Samantha, Jayse, and Jakob, and five great-grandchildren; Delaney, Isaac, Charlie, Emersyn, Ellie, and Judah. A Celebration of Bill’s Life will be held at the First Christian Reformed Church, 16 McVicar Street, Red Deer, on Friday, June 26 at 1:00 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.eventidefuneralchapels.com. Arrangements entrusted to EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPEL 4820 - 45 Street, Red Deer. Phone (403) 347-2222

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is hiring for the upcoming season JOURNEYMAN/ APPRENTICE: PIPEFITTERS WELDERS BOILERMAKERS RIGGERS SCAFFOLDERS INSULATORS ALSO: QUALITY CONTROL TOWERS SKILLED MECHANICAL LABOURERS WELDER HELPERS Email resumes, trade tickets & safety tickets to: resumes@ newcartcontracting.com OR FAX (403) 729-2396 Start your career! See Help Wanted TOO MUCH STUFF? Let Classifieds help you sell it.

JOURNEYMAN H.D. MECHANIC req’d immed. in Innisfail. Wage dependent on exp. Preference will be given to those with previous exp. with Genie and JLG products. Fax resume to 403-227-5701 or email: bouvier9@telus.net

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F/T TOW TRUCK drivers req’d. Minimum Class 5 with air and clean abstract. Exp. preferred. In person to Key Towing 4083-78 St. Cres. Red Deer.

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F/T Cashier/Postal Clerk. Apply in person w/resume: Highland Green Value Drug Mart.

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F/T DISPATCHER REQ’D. Knowledge of Red Deer and area is essential. Verbal and written communication skills are req’d. Send resume by fax to 403-346-0295

Now Hiring In-Home Caregiver $11/hr 40 hrs/wk Care of a 7 yr. boy. Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is not a condition of employment. Email resume: delmundot4r@gmail.com

SHOP HAND / BUS CLEANER Must be avail. to work eves./wknds. and have own transportation. Fax resume to 403-347-4999 email: frontbus@platinum.ca

GAETZ SOUTH F/T MEAT CUTTER. Apply within 5111 22nd St. Red Deer IMMED. POSITION for F/T owner/operator Courier for local delivery company. Successful candidate must have reliable vehicle incl. commercial insurance. Individual must have excellent customer relations. Forward resume to denw70@hotmail.com

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(2) antique copper/leaded glass windows. All glass pieces are beveled. Unframed. Measurements: 40” x 16”. In excellent condition. $150 for the pair. Will sell separately. Call (403) 342-7908.

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BENCH/SEAT CHILD’S toy, wood with black. $40. 403-986-2108

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SKILL SAW, Craftsman 7.25, $50. 403-314-0804

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AFFORDABLE Spruce, Pine, Birch -Split. avail. 7 days/wk. 403-304-6472 B.C. Birch, Aspen, Spruce/Pine. Delivery avail. PH. Lyle 403-783-2275

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CHOPPED POPLAR - free, you pick up. Very close to Red Deer. 403-392-8385. FIREWOOD. Pine, Spruce, Can deliver 1-4 cords. 403-844-0227

If so, we are currently looking for Host Families to provide a supportive and nurturing home environment for teens. Our goal is to support teens to get back on track personally and academically, establish better relationships and rediscover their capabilities. We help teens to face life’s challenges and guide them in pursuing new and positive directions. Our encouraging, compassionate and caring Host Parents work with and are supported by our therapeutic, multidisciplinary team. If you possess basic computer skills, have a valid AB driver’s license and a vehicle, a clean background check (Criminal Record, Drivers Abstracts etc) and live in Alberta’s Central Region. This position is ideal for those who have flexible work schedules (stay at home parent, home based business) and families looking for a second income. If this is something that you feel would be a great fit for you and your family please email: abva.recruitment@gmail.com for more information

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

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2007 DODGE Nitro 4x4, SLT V6, auto., loaded w/sunroof, low kms., clean, $7995. obo. 403-352-6995

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2004 CORSAIR 26.5’, 1 large slide, well maint., Ready to Go 403-227-6794

2008 DODGE Nitro, 4x4 V6, auto., very clean, $7500. obo. 403-318-3040

1995 34’ Winnebago diesel pusher $19,900. o.b.o. 403-872-3010

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1995 TRAVELAIRE, 25.5’, very good,cond., sleeps 6, new awning, full size fridge, 3 burner stove/oven, micro., queen bed, x-long couch, $7000. 403-347-1997

2001 VOLVO S60. Loaded, very good cond. 182,000 km. $3500 obo. 403-343-2058

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1957 FORD SKYLINER Retractable Hardtop $42,500. 403-742-9417

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2012 CANAM Outlander 800 R XT, power steering, winch, 2 quad boxes. 900 kms. $9000. 403-347-6344

cruise, running lights, back rest, 44,500 kms. Mint Cond. $7990. o.b.o. 403-318-4653

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2010 BUICK Enclave CXL 124,000 kms, absolutely like new, Gold Mist $24,000 403-845-3292

2010 OUTBACK Keystone Superlite 28’, 31’ w/hitch, 2 slideouts, good cond., $21,500 403-844-7970

2012 ZINGER trailer, Thor built, 27’ , hard wall, large slide, air, elec. awning, $17,900 obo 403-896-8860

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ARMOIRE (Custom made) $120. 403-346-9169 BLONDE veneer wall unit with glass doors, approximately 32” wide x 72” high. $100 obo, and blonde 60” long dresser with mirror and one matching nightstand, $75 obo. 403-348-5544 or 403-990-9223 BOAT MOTORS, Electric Shakespeare, small size. $50. & $75. 403-887-5891 COFFEE table, Sims medium, wood, with bronze glass accents, $75.; table lamps, (2) brass with dome shades, $75. 403-755-7570 CURIO CABINET, walnut wood, $150., 3 pce. floor and table lamp set, cream fabric shades, $50. 403-755-7570

NICELY finished, higher end 2 bdrm., lower unit bi-level duplex. Underfloor heating, 5 appls, 2 car cement parking pad, coded locking door, N/S, no pets, prefer quiet tenant. Avail. immed. $1200. rent/dd, + utilities. Call Don 403-742-9615

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2 bdrm. townhouse w/garage in Parkvale 4603-44 St. no pets, must be 50+, avail. July 15. eves. 403-309-7707 days 403-506-0265 PARKVALE, 55+ condo, 2 bdrm., 2 bath, garage, $1450. + utils. Avail. Aug. 1, min. one year lease. 403-347-5387

SEIBEL PROPERTY www.seibelproperty.com Ph: 403-304-7576 or 403-347-7545 Starting at $1195

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SONY Trinitron tv 26” w/remote, used little $75, also black glass tv stand, bought at Sims $125. 403-352-8811

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100 VHS movies, $75. 403-885-5020 BROWN CHINA cabinet $50; apartment size kitchen oak table w/2 chairs $50; electric Toro gas trimmer $25; ox-acet Victor regulator set $45 403-358-5568 KEROSENE space heater, $50; Apt. Christmas tree, 5 ‘ with lights; $20; horseshoes, $20. 403-346-9169 LAMPS, (2) small 15”, blue shade, marble type base, $20; 403-986-2108 LOVESEAT, willow for out doors. $60. 403-309-5494

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OVER 100 LP records, (45 & 78). $100. 403-885-5020 PAINTINGS pencil (2) framed Male and Female Elk, plus Cougar. $40. 403-986-2108 PICINIC table, 39” round with 4 heavy chairs and pads, umbrella (never used). $135. 403-309-5494 STORAGE shed, tent style, 6’ x 4’ x 6’, full front door roll-up, spare roof and wall cover, set up to view. $55. o.b.o. NEW was $109. 403-346-2192 THE FOSTER FACTORY by David Learmont. Paperback, kindle and nook book. Witty, stylish writing. $14. 403- 283-5162 VINTAGE Royal Doulton Beswick horse, brown shetland Pony, 3 1/2” high $50; Merrell Ortholite shoes, air cushioned, size 6 1/2, like new $35. Lazy Boy, recliner, tall style, beige, $95. 403-352-8811

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1 BDRM. N/S, no pets. $790 rent/d.d. 403-346-1458 ADULT 2 BDRM. spacious suites 3 appls., heat/water incld., Oriole Park. 403-986-6889 GLENDALE reno’d 2 bdrm. apartments, avail. immed, rent $875 403-596-6000 LARGE, 1 & 2 BDRM. SUITES. 25+, adults only n/s, no pets 403-346-7111 LIMITED TIME OFFER: First Month’s Rent FREE! 1 & 2 bedroom suites available in central location. Heat & water included. Cat friendly. 86 Bell Street, Red Deer leasing@rentmidwest.com 1(888)679-8031

MORRISROE MANOR 1 & 2 bdrm., Adult bldg. only, N/S, No pets. 403-596-2444

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AIR HOCKEY by Sportscraft was $900 new, exc. cond, $200 403-352-8811 BUSHNELL (golf) range finder. Older model but still works fine. $40. Call (403) 342-7908. Right-hand KZG driver (12 degree), 4-wood, 7-wood. Senior/”A” flex graphite shafts. Golf Pride Tour Wrap grips. $125 for all three together. Call (403) 342-7908. VARIOUS golf clubs, with bag, $20. 403-314-0804

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BLACKFALDS $600 all inclusive 403-358-1614 COZY Furnished room, n/s, $575. 403-466-7979

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SERGE’S HOMES Duplex in Red Deer Close to Schools and Recreation Center. For More Info Call Bob 403-505-8050

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MICHENER Hill condos Phase 3 Red Deer New 4th flr. corner suite, 1096 Sq. ft., 2 bdrm, 2 bath, a/c, all appls, underground parking w/storage, recreational amenities, extended care center attached, deck 403-227-6554 to 4 pm. weekdays or 588-8623 anytime. Pics avail. on kijji CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS

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2006 VW JETTA, gas, 2.0 turbo, leather, sunroof, 189,000 km, $7,900. 403-318-1010

2002 CHRYSLER Seibring LXI 87,000 kms, loaded + $5200 403-340-9494 or 403-346-4600

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The ideal candidate will have a history of successful sales experience, with a preferred emphasis on media sales.

The successful candidate must be a self-starter who thrives in a high-pressure position in a fast-paced environment. Problem solving, interpersonal and organization skills as well as the ability to drive sales will set you apart. You will have the ability to motivate and lead in a unionized environment.

As a successful candidate, you will be an integral part of a dynamic sales team. You will be resourceful, effective and capable of partnering with new clients in the development and growth of their business.

The Red Deer Advocate is an award winning daily newspaper that has been publishing in the heart of Central Alberta for over 100 years.

The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing existing accounts with an emphasis on developing and growing new accounts.

We are part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private independent newspaper company with more than 100 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii.

Forward resume and cover letter stating Display Advertising Consultant by July 5, 2015 to: Mary Kemmis mkemmis@reddeeradvocate.com Publisher Red Deer Advocate 2950 Bremner Avenue Red Deer, AB T4R 1M9

Please send your resume with a cover letter by July 1 to Mary Kemmis mkemmis@reddeeradvocate.com The Red Deer Advocate 2950 Bremner Avenue Red, Deer, AB T4R 1M9

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only selected candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

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The Red Deer Advocate has an opening for an experienced

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The ideal candidate will have a passion for all aspects of multimedia journalism including newspaper, on-line publications and social media channels.

The ideal candidate will have a successful track record leading a senior sales team to success in a competitive media environment.

The Red Deer Advocate is an award winning daily newspaper that has been publishing in the heart of Central Alberta for over 100 years.

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Please send your resume with a cover letter by July 1 to

Mary Kemmis mkemmis@reddeeradvocate.com The Red Deer Advocate 2950 Bremner Avenue Red, Deer, AB T4R 1M9

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only selected candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only selected candidates will be contacted.

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NOW RENTING 1 & 2 BDRM. APT’S. th SAMICK digital baby grand 2936 50 AVE. Red Deer piano like new, Newer bldg. secure entry w/onsite manager, $9000 403-346-1704 3 appls., incl. heat & hot water, washer/dryer hookup, infloor heating, a/c., car plug ins & balconies. Cats Call 403-343-7955

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RECREATIONAL 3 BDRM. 4 plex, Innisfail, ACREAGE FOR SALE: 2002 CHEV Cavalier, 2 dr., heat included, $795 545 Raven Rise Nordegg 96,000 kms. 403-318-3040 w/laundry connection Hamlet. $859,900. 4 bdrm. 403-357-7817 2001 BMW Z3 Convertible 3 bath, 3547 sq ft. W/O Bsmt. 17ft vaulted ceiling. 5 spd, 120,000 miles, 3 BDRM., no pets, $11,000 obo 403-200-1307 For info: Ernie Sandstra $1000 mo. 403-343-6609 RE/MAX real estate central 1993 CADILLAC STS like ACROSS from park, alberta 403.877.9144 new 240,000 kms, $4000 Oriole Park, 3 bdrm. 4-plex, 1 1/2 bath, 4 appls. erniesandstra@remax.net obo 403-358-1614 Rent $1125/mo. d.d. $650. Avail. now or July 1. The Red Deer Advocate has an opening for 403-304-5337 an experienced CLEARVIEW MEADOWS 4 Plex, 2+1 bdrms., 1.5 baths, $1100 avail. July 1 N/S, no pets. 403-391-1780 NORMANDEAU 2 Bdrm. 4-plex. 1.5 bath, 4 The ideal candidate will have a successful track appls. $1100. No pets, N/S Quiet adults. 403-350-1717 record driving circulation sales and managing

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2 bdrm., 1-1/2 bath, $1075. NEW apartment size Dan- rent, s.d. $650, incl water by 5000 btu air conditioner sewer and garbage. Avail. now or July 1. 403-304-5337 $50 403-358-5568 NEW apartment size electric fireplace $150 403-358-5568

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will not bring in measures for conscription of Canadians for service overseas.” 1918 — Royal Flying Corps Capt. Brian Peck inaugurates the first airmail service in Canada, piloting a biplane loaded with mail sacks to Toronto. 1904 — King Edward VII confers the right to use the prefix ‘Royal’ on the North-West Mounted Police, in recognition of 30 years of loyal service. 1880 — Calixa Lavallée first performs his O Canada at a St-Jean Baptiste Day banquet attended by the governor general.

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Tellers taking advantage of elderly dad Dear Annie: My father is starting to have trouble managing his banking. He has a decent fixed income, but somehow, he is now living from one cheque to the next and he’s getting costly overdrawn notices. I have started to write out his bills, and I try to keep his chequebook balanced. MITCHELL Last week, I went to the & SUGAR bank with him for the first time. He could not remember his account number. He knew nothing about how much was in his account and it was obvious that the tellers were aware of this. They called him by

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name, trying to help him. When he finished his depositing a cheque, he tipped the teller $30. He said he tips them all the time because they help him. Annie, I know he makes withdrawals every Friday to “make it through the weekend,” but I didn’t realize he was tipping the tellers. Is this permitted? I had no idea tellers could accept tips. My father doesn’t have a great deal of money and my brother and I often help him out so he can balance his chequebook. How should we handle this? — Senior Banking Issues Dear Banking: We don’t know what bank your father patronizes, but every bank we checked said that tipping is absolutely not permitted. Your father obviously has some memory issues and unless the bank tellers are depositing those tips back into Dad’s account, they are taking advantage of him. Complain to their supervisors. And if Dad is living cheque-to-cheque, it

sounds as though it is time for someone else to manage his banking. Discuss this with your brother, so there are no arguments, and then approach Dad, explaining that you want to be sure his money lasts. Make him a part of the process. It would be best if you could limit how often he goes to the bank, so have his cheques deposited automatically and give him a weekly allowance in cash. We know it’s extra work for you, but this is what responsible, caring children do for their parents. Dad should be evaluated by his physician for signs of dementia, and if he is living alone, you might start looking into retirement communities that will provide a safe environment, as well as companionship, conversation and community. Dear Annie: I read the responses to “Expecting,” who was asked thoughtless and intrusive questions about her pregnancy. I once asked a friend something un-

intentionally rude and he responded to me by asking, “What did you say?” I repeated my question and he again asked, “What did you say?” It took a third time before I caught on that he wasn’t hard of hearing. I actually appreciated the polite comeuppance and got a good laugh out of it. That kind of response would really pull a person up short if they asked something that was none of their business. — N.N. Dear N.N.: Thanks for providing a polite but effective way to avoid answering personal, intrusive questions. Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@ creators.com, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. You can also find Annie on Facebook at Facebook. com/AskAnnies.

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HOROSCOPES Wednesday, June 24 CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DATE: Carla Gallo, 40; Iain Glen, 54; Nancy Allen, 65 THOUGHT OF THE DAY: There may be some conflict between what you want and what you need. H A P P Y BIRTHDAY: You are a magical person to be around. The next 12 months is the time to follow your passions — but don’t neglect JOANNE your relationship MADELEINE responsibilities in MOORE the process. ARIES (March 21-April 19): Rams are restless, as the planets stir up your impulsive and reckless side. And the pull between relation-

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ship responsibilities and domestic duties may leave you feeling guilty and frustrated. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): If you are too stubborn or possessive, you could find yourself deep in a disagreement or misunderstanding with a loved one. Clear communication is the secret to a reasonably stress-free day. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Slow down Twins! Don’t sell yourself short by being too hasty and skipping over details, especially at work. The only person who’s likely to undermine your efforts today is you. CANCER (June 21-July 22): With the Sun visiting your sign, you’re keen to pour plenty of energy into a personal project. But realize that you may have to compromise, as a loved one demands more of your precious time. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Avoid taking on too much, as irritability levels are high while energy levels are low. Plus steer clear of vexatious people and sensitive topics, as it will be difficult to conceal your true feelings. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Are people aware of all the work you’re doing behind the

scenes? Your efforts will be noticed further down the track, so don’t be disappointed if others don’t show their appreciation at the moment. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your delicate diplomatic skills are needed, as someone around you is irritable and spoiling for a fight. Step in and play the Libran peace-maker — but don’t get caught in the cross-fire! SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Communicating with others will be complicated, as you dig beneath the surface and get to the bottom of old emotional issues. Don’t make any big financial moves until you’ve done all the research first. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): If you say the first thing that pops into your head you’ll find yourself in hot water. Current relationships are more complicated — and situations more complex — than they appear on the surface.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Keep your head screwed on tightly today Capricorn, and don’t let family and friends push your emotional buttons. Channel your energy into challenging tasks and enjoyable personal projects. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Home and work are a messy mix and, the more impatient you are, the more difficult the day will be. When it comes to a close relationship, listen intently to what your intuition is telling you. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Have you been avoiding relationship issues? Neglect loved ones at your peril today Pisces! If others believe you’re not pulling your weight, then they will let you know exactly how they feel. Joanne Madeline Moore is an internationally syndicated astrologer and columnist. Her column appears daily in the Advocate.

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Syrian Kurds hand IS another setback northeastern city of Hassakeh. The YPG’s official Facebook page said “dozens of Daesh mercenaries were killed” at the Brigade 93 base, using an Arabic acronym for the extremist group. The Observatory said that Islamic State militants transferred the corpses of 26 of its fighters to Raqqa after they were killed in Ein Issa by airstrikes. “Operations will continue, but it is imperative that we first attempt to secure areas under our control,” said Nawaf Khalil, head of the Germanybased Kurdish Center for Studies. “Raqqa is a vast area and attacking it will need a great deal of co-ordination with other groups and the international alliance.” The United States has found a reliable partner in the YPG, which has been the main force in the battle against the Islamic State group in Syria. The Kurds are moderate, mostly secular fighters, driven by revolutionary fervour and deep conviction in their cause. They are backed by Arab tribesmen, Assyrian Christian gunmen and members of the rebel faction known as Burkan al-Furat — Arabic for the “Volcano of the Euphrates.” It remained unclear whether the Kurds will try and push farther toward Raqqa. Also, despite the recent Kurdish gains, the Islamic State militants still have another supply line from Turkey, this one running through northwestern Syria to Raqqa.

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS BEIRUT — Syrian Kurdish fighters and their allies on Tuesday captured a town once held by the Islamic State group, inching closer to the main IS stronghold in Syria and the de facto capital of the militants’ selfproclaimed caliphate. The capture of the town of Ein Issa — hours after the Kurdish troops took the nearby Brigade 93 military base — further squeezes the IS extremists, especially after they lost a major supply line when the Kurds captured the town of Tal Abyad on the Turkish border last week. The advance put the Kurdish guerrilla within about 50 kilometres (30 miles) of the Islamic State’s stronghold of Raqqa. But even with the aid of U.S.led airstrikes, battling even closer to Raqqa the could prove costly for the Kurds and allied Syrian rebel factions. The Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights and Kurdish activist Mustafa Bali said Kurdish fighters from the People’s Protection Units, or YPG, captured the military base on Monday night. Later Tuesday, the Observatory and YPG spokesman Redur Khalil said Kurdish fighters and their allies took over the nearby town of Ein Issa, the last major residential area north of Raqqa, which the Islamic State group considers the capital of its self-de-

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Syrian refugees gather at the Turkish border as they flee intense fighting in northern Syria between Kurdish fighters and Islamic State militants in Akcakale, southeastern Turkey on Monday, June 15, 2015. these areas because they know that the IS will strike back. The Observatory said the YPG and its allies are also trying to gain control of a highway linking the northern city of Aleppo, Syria’s largest, with the

clared “caliphate” or Islamic state that spans across Syria and Iraq. “Ein Issa and dozens of villages around it are under our control,” Khalil said over the telephone. He said the next task is to enforce and protect

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Inspectors find rotted beams after balcony collapse BERKELEY, Calif. — A balcony that snapped off an apartment building and led to the deaths of six students was supported by wooden beams that had been badly rotted by water damage, building inspectors in Berkeley, California, said Tuesday. The city Building and Safety Division issued a summary of initial findings from the investigation of the fatal balcony failure a week ago. Five of the students who died were from Ireland. The inspectors noted that joists underlying the concrete balcony were extensively rotted at the place where the structure broke off, flinging 13 young adults five stories down to the street. The inspectors did not specifically say the rotten beams caused the collapse. But they are calling for more frequent inspections and several changes in the local building code to prevent balconies from being exposed to moisture.

Retailers remove Confederate merchandise, but manufacturers expect surging sales NEW YORK — Major retailers are halting sales of the Confederate flag and related merchandise after the shooting deaths of nine black church members in South Carolina refuelled the debate over the flag’s meaning. On Tuesday, Sears Holding Corp. said it would begin removing Confederate flag merchandise from its website as did the online retailer eBay. Sears does not sell Confederate merchandise inside Sears or Kmart stores. The announcements follow that of Wal-Mart Stores Inc., which said that it would remove all Confederate-themed items from its store shelves and website after the shooting suspect, Dylann Storm Roof, appeared in photos holding the flag. However, companies that make Confederate flags and Confederatethemed products say that sales have already begun to surge and they have no plans to stop producing them.

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THAT’S LIKE

APR

LEASE FOR ONLY

119 25,449 215

BI-WEEKLY FOR 60 MONTHS WITH $2,250 DOWN PAYMENT OR EQUIVALENT TRADE. OFFER INCLUDES $1,700 FREIGHT AND AIR TAX.

OFFER INCLUDES $1,700 FREIGHT AND AIR TAX

PER MONTH

THAT’S LIKE

APR

OR OWN FOR ONLY

99 21,397

BI-WEEKLY FOR 48 MONTHS WITH $1,195 DOWN PAYMENT OR EQUIVALENT TRADE. OFFER INCLUDES $800 RCL CASH WHEN LEASED THROUGH FORD CREDIT AND $1,665 FREIGHT AND AIR TAX.

OFFER INCLUDES $1,665 FREIGHT AND AIR TAX

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SYNC ® VOICE-ACTIVATED COMMUNICATIONS AND ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM REAR VIEW CAMERA

ADVANCETRAC® WITH ESC AIR CONDITIONING CRUISE CONTROL

RECYCLE YOUR RIDE IS BACK ***

Bring in your eligible 2008 or older vehicle and get between

1,000 - $2,500 towards most new 2015 Ford Vehicles.

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SEARCH OUR INVENTORY AT ALBERTAFORD.CA AND VISIT YOUR ALBERTA FORD STORE.

Vehicle(s) may be shown with optional equipment. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. Offers only valid at participating dealers. Retail offers may be cancelled or changed at any time without notice. See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. For factory orders, a customer may either take advantage of eligible raincheckable Ford retail customer promotional incentives/offers available at the time of vehicle factory order or time of vehicle delivery, but not both or combinations thereof. Retail offers not combinable with any CPA/GPC or Daily Rental incentives, the Commercial Upfit Program or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP).‡‡ Until June 30, 2015, receive $750/ $1,000/ $1,250/ $1,500/ $1,750/ $2,000/ $2,750/ $3,500/ $4,500/ $5,250/ $6,000/ $11,000/ $11,250/ $12,250 in Manufacturer Rebate (Delivery Allowances) with the purchase or lease of a new 2015 Explorer/ 2015: Taurus SE, Expedition, Transit Connect/ 2015 C-MAX/ 2015: Flex, F-250 Gas Engine, F-350 to F-450 (excluding Chassis Cabs) Gas Engine/ 2015 Edge/ 2015: Taurus (excluding SE), E-Series Cutaway, Transit Van/Wagon, Transit Cutaway/Chassis Cab, F-350 to F-550 Chassis Cabs/ 2014: Edge, F-150 Regular Cab XL 4X2 (Value Leader)/ 2015: F-150 Regular Cab (excluding XL 4X2), F-250 Diesel Engine, F-350 to F-450 (excluding Chassis Cabs) Diesel Engine/ 2014: Focus Sedan, Focus ST, Focus BEV, 2015: F-150 SuperCab and SuperCrew/ 2014 Focus Hatch (excluding S, ST and BEV)/ 2014 Flex/ 2014: F-150 SuperCrew 5.0L, F-150 Super Crew 4x4 non-5.0L, F-150 Super Crew 4x4 XLT 300A/ 2014 F-150 Regular Cab (excluding XL 4X2)/ 2014 F-150 SuperCab -- all stripped chassis, cutaway body, F-150 Raptor and Medium Truck models excluded. Manufacturer Rebate is not combinable with CPA, GPC, CFIP, Daily Rental Allowance and A/X/Z/D/F-Plan programs. Delivery allowances are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives.† Until June 30, 2015, receive 0% APR purchase financing on new 2014 Edge and 2015 Mustang (excluding 50th Anniversary, Shelby GT350), Flex, Escape, and F-350 to F-550 (Chassis Cabs) models for up to 60 months, and 2015 Focus, Fiesta, Fusion, Taurus, F-250, and F-350 to F-450 (excluding Chassis Cabs) models for up to 72 months to qualified retail customers, on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest interest rate. Example: $25,000 purchase financed at 0% APR for 36/60/72 months, monthly payment is $694.44/ $416.66/ $347.22, cost of borrowing is $0 or APR of 0% and total to be repaid is $25,000. Down payment on purchase financing offers may be required based on approved credit from Ford Credit. **Until June 30, 2015, lease a new 2015 Focus SE 4DR Automatic /2015 Edge SE FWD/2015 Fusion SE and get as low as 0%/0.99%/1.49% lease annual percentage rate (APR) financing for up to 48/48/60 months on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest APR payment. Lease a vehicle with a value of $22,114/$33,789/$26,099 at 0%/0.99%/1.49% APR for up to 48/48/60 months with $1,195/$2,100/$2,250 down or equivalent trade in, monthly payment is $215/$342/$259 (Comparison payments are for reference purposes only and are calculated as follows: the monthly payment is annualized (multiplied by 12) and then divided by the comparison period (26 weeks for bi-weekly). For example ($214 X 12) / 26 bi-weekly periods = $99.)/($342 X 12) / 26 bi-weekly periods = $157.85)/ ($259 X 12) / 26 bi-weekly periods = $119.54) total lease obligation is $11,467/$18,516/$17,790 and optional buyout is $9,067/$13,516/$8,874. Offer includes $0/$1,750/$1,700 in manufacturer rebates, $800/$0/$0 Ford Credit Lease Cash, and $1,665/$1,790/$1,700 freight and air tax but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Taxes payable on full amount of lease financing price after Ford Credit Lease Cash and manufacturer rebate deducted . Additional payments required for PPSA, registration, security deposit, NSF fees (where applicable), excess wear and tear, and late fees. Some conditions and mileage restrictions of 64,000km/64,000km/64,000km for 48/48/48 months apply. Excess kilometrage charges are 12¢per km for Fiesta, Focus, C-Max, Fusion and Escape; 16¢per km for E-Series, Mustang, Taurus, Taurus-X, Edge, Flex, Explorer, F-Series, MKS, MKX, MKZ, MKT and Transit Connect; 20¢per km for Expedition and Navigator, plus applicable taxes. Excess kilometrage charges subject to change, see your local dealer for details. All prices are based on Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price.*Until April 30,2015, purchase a new 2015 Focus SE 4DR Automatic/2015 Focus Titanium/2015 Edge SE FWD/2015 Edge Titanium/2015 Fusion SE/2015 Fusion Titanium for $21,397/$27,914/$31,189/$40,099/$25,449/$34,999 after manufacturer rebates of $0/$0/$1,750/$1,750/$0/$0 is deducted. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after total manufacturer rebate has been deducted. Offers include $1,665/$1,665/$1,790/$1,790/$1,700/$1,700 freight and air tax but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. ▲ Program in effect from May 1, 2015 to June 30, 2015 (the “Program Period”). To qualify, customer must recycle their vehicle through a Ford dealership by turning in a 2008 model year or older vehicle that is in running condition (able to start and move and without missing parts) and has been properly registered/plated or insured for the last 3 months (the “Criteria”). Eligible customers will receive $1,000 towards 2014/2015 Edge, Flex and 2015 Fusion, Fusion Hybrid, Fusion Energi, Mustang (excluding 50th Anniversary, Shelby GT350), Explorer, Escape and Expedition, $2,000 towards 2015 Taurus, Transit Connect, E-Series Cutaway, Transit Van, Transit Wagon, Transit Cutaway, F-150 (excluding XL 4x2), and $2,500 towards 2014 F-150 (excluding Raptor) and 2015 F-250 to F-550 (each an “Eligible Vehicle”). Vehicles of 2014 model year may qualify for the offer depending on available inventory– see dealer for details. Taxes payable before incentive amount is deducted. To qualify: (i) customer must, at the time of the Eligible Vehicle sale, demonstrate to the dealer / provide the dealer with sufficient proof of Criteria and a signed original ownership transferring his/her vehicle to the authorized recycler; and (ii) the Eligible Vehicle must be purchased, leased, or factory ordered during the Program Period. Limit one (1) incentive per Eligible Vehicle sale, up to a maximum of two (2) separate Eligible Vehicle sales if valid proof is provided that the customer has 2 separate qualifying recycled vehicles. Offer is transferable only to persons domiciled with the owner of the recycled vehicle. ***Based on year-end 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014 total sales figures for light vehicles in Canada from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants Inc.©2015 Sirius Canada Inc. “SiriusXM”, the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and are used under licence.©2015 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved. 53473F24 Available in most new Ford vehicles with 6-month pre-paid subscription