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Communities float talk of joint plan

Alleged members going to trial

BY PAUL COWLEY ADVOCATE STAFF

BY MURRAY CRAWFORD ADVOCATE STAFF A case involving two Red Deer-area residents with alleged ties to the Red Scorpions gang is heading straight to trial.

Cory James Lesperance, 30, and Robin Joseph Stewart, 53, waived their right to a preliminary inquiry Wednesday in Red Deer provincial court.

The two, as well as Amber Theresa McLeod, 26, of Red Deer, were scheduled for a five-day preliminary inquiry starting Wednesday.

Inquiries are held to test the strength of the Crown’s case to determine if there is enough evidence to head to trial.

Greg Gordon appeared on behalf of Lesperance’s counsel, Chady Moustarah of Edmonton, and Brad Mulder appeared on behalf of Stewart’s counsel, Akrim Attia of Edmonton. Mulder had previously been Lesperance’s counsel but was removed as counsel of record in early July.

Gordon and Mulder told Judge Jim Hunter the accused had chosen to waive their preliminary inquiries and set a trial date. In November 2014 they had elected to be tried by a Red Deer Court of Queen’s Bench judge alone.

Their trial date will be set on Oct. 5.

Stewart and Lesperance are charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking, possession of stolen property over $5,000 and possession of a prohibited firearm.

Stewart and Leseprance were arrested at a rural residence in the Balmoral Heights residence on July 23, 2014. Red Deer RCMP, Calgary Police, Airdire RCMP and the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team conducted a three-city raid on two residences and a storage locker in Alberta. The residences were in Balmoral Heights and in Calgary.

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‘It has been the most fun I have had on a lunch hour,’ said Darcy Ouellet, fund development officer with the Outreach Centre in Red Deer. Due to the efforts of Karen Mann, who came up with the idea of a social media campaign to get people to donate 60 backpacks in 60 minutes, The Outreach Centre in Red Deer will be able to help 70 young students get what they need to attend school this fall. Mann came up with the plan yesterday during the noon hour, said Ouellet, and it all came together today. People have pledged online, dropped off cash or texted their intention to donate, and MNP Red Deer donated 10 full backpacks, said Ouellet. The program to help those in need goes year round at the Outreach Centre. The biggest draw on resources happens in early September when parents and caregivers are getting set to send their children to school. This year the Centre expects to hand out about 2,000 backpacks.

Interest has been revived in creating a joint development plan for municipalities around Sylvan Lake.

It’s not the first time the idea has been floated. A similar effort in the late 1990s got bogged down and was dropped after lengthy discussions between Lacombe and Red Deer Counties, Town of Sylvan Lake and five summer villages failed to find consensus.

An updated Sylvan Lake Management Plan was eventually adopted.

However, critics argued it was toothless because it was not a statutory plan and could only offer guidance — not regulations — to municipalities when making planning decisions.

Lacombe County council recently agreed to support and participate in the creation of an Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP) that would provide a consistent set of regulations for municipalities.

The continued popularity of the lake for developers, and how residential growth could affect the lake, has reinforced the need to ensure all communities are on the same page when it comes to approving development.

A project to assess the impact of existing development and projections for the future is already underway by the Sylvan Lake Management Committee, comprised of representatives and staff from each lake-area municipality. The committee is overseeing what is known as the Cumulative Effects Management System (CEMS) project, which recently recommended new high-level development controls around the lake.

Dale Freitag, Lacombe County manager of planning services, believes the collaboration municipalities have shown on the cumulative effects project shows there is support for another stab at a joint plan.

“I believe an IDP is something that will be considered as we move forward with the CEMS document,” said Freitag.

Lacombe County has actively pursued intermunicipal development plans with its urban municipalities and a Sylvan Lake-based version makes sense, he said.

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Clubhouse a safe place to socialize, build confidence

BY CRYSTAL RHYNO ADVOCATE STAFF

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Glenda Carlson, 50, works in the kitchen with Mary Roy, a mental support worker, at A Gathering Place. The clubhouse for people living with mental illness has been changing lives in Red Deer since 2007.

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Most days Glenda Carlson can be found slicing and dicing vegetables in the kitchen.

Ray’mon Cole greets members as they enter the clubhouse while keeping a sharp eye on the concession stand for customers.

Over in the common areas, Jay Johnson put together a jigsaw puzzle between working on his latest art project.

The three friends are regulars at A Gathering Place in Red Deer, a safe place for people living with mental illness ranging from mild anxiety to schizophrenia and bipolar disorders.

It is where Carlson, 50, has added new meaning to her day.

Four years ago, Carlson had a breakdown while working as a trader in the markets.

She lost her mother, two sisters and father all within a short time frame.

She moved to Red Deer from Sundre after losing her mother, with whom she lived on an acreage in 2013.

Carlson said she doesn’t feel as depressed or as isolated as she did before becoming a member in November

A GATHERING PLACE 2013.

“I found a very safe place,” she said.

“It has given more, so much more direction and self-confidence. I don’t feel lonely. I don’t feel depressed. I have made so many friends here. My anxiety levels are right down.”

The clubhouse is based on models that operate internationally to ease people back into social opportunities and employment.

Mary Roy, a mental health worker, said Carlson is a wonderful asset to the clubhouse. She is one of the members who delivers presentations about the clubhouse at Unit 34 and Unit 36 the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre and other places.

“That’s really a sign of how far Glenda has come because she is perfectly comfortable sharing about her life and the things that she has experienced,” said Roy. “Because of the stigma with mental health, individuals are really reluctant to come forward or to speak up about their lives.”

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Groups want say as province looks to improve safety

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Two deer peer out from the forested area on the old Woodlea ski hill along 40th Ave. at 55th Street Tuesday afternoon. The pair were joined in the forest by at least two other adult females and their offspring.

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CLUBHOUSE: Adds structure to the day

TRIAL: Gang based in B.C. After the arrests, Police said they believed Lesperance to be a member of the Red Scorpions gang.

The gang is based out of the Lower Mainland area of B.C. and was linked to the murder of six people in Surrey, B.C. in April 2009.

The search warrants were as a result of a twomonth investigation. More than 1.4 kg of drugs as well as several firearms were seized by police.

The same Balmoral Heights residence was the scene of a violent gun fight on March 19, 2013. Police have said the matters are unrelated. Bradley Voykin, 25, and Joshua Cusler, 29, of Red Deer, are committed to stand trial on aggravated assault and weapons charges in this matter. Their trial date will be set on Oct. 5.

A fourth person was arrested with Lesperance, Stewart and McLeod on July 23, 2014. Nicholas David James White, 22, was arrested with McLeod at the Calgary residence. White pleaded guilty to two counts of possession of a controlled substance and one breach of an undertaking. He was sentenced to six months in custody.

In November 2013 White and Lesperance were arrested as part of a drug bust by Innisfail and Red Deer RCMP in both communities. Lesperance was found guilty of possession for the purpose of trafficking and sentenced to two years in jail. White, who was charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking, possession of a controlled susbtance, possession of a weapon obtained by crime and possession of a prohibited weapon, has a trial scheduled for March 2016. mcrawford@reddeeradvocate.com

PLAN: ‘It’s time has come’ “I do think it’s time has come.”

The county has suggested IDP work begin in 2017.

Support was also given to the CEMS committee to undertake a water quality research project and that a centralized information management system be developed. pcowley@reddeeradvocate.com

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Cole is one of the longest members of the clubhouse. He joined in 2007 when the club was run by the Canada Mental Health Association. Employment Placement Support Services has been running the centre for the last four years. The clubhouse is funded by Alberta Health Services.

Cole, 59, said his job is to keep the premises clean, run the concession stand and ensure the membership are respectful of one another and use appropriate language.

Part of the function of the clubhouse is to give members a place to learn new skills for their resumés and update their workplace skills. Through a “work-ordered day” members can volunteer in reception, clerical, cleaning and maintenance duties.

There’s even a couple of fish, Bob and Doug, who are cared for by the members.

Emmanuel Anigbogu, clubhouse manager, said the members find it difficult to secure employment because of their mental illnesses. Some members have gone on to work at places like McDonald’s or Superstore after learning skills at A Gathering Place.

“It gives me something to do,” said Cole. “It’s a reason to get out of bed in the morning. If you don’t have a job, you don’t have anything to get up for in the morning.”

Cole said the clubhouse adds structure to his day, something that was missing. In the past, Cole had difficulty keeping regular jobs because he could not handle the pressure.

“Many people come and go here,” said Cole. “It’s like a second family. It gives me something to do, and for anybody it’s good for their overall health.”

Jay Johnson, 30, has been a member for more than a year but he has already felt the positive impacts of the clubhouse.

When the clubhouse is closed, members sometimes meet for coffee, play cards or go to a movie.

“Coming here I made lots of new friends,” said Johnson, who has paid employment with the Clean Team. “It’s a really friendly place because a lot of the members like to sit down and have a lot of friendly conversations. They treat me with a lot of

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EDMONTON — Agriculture groups say they want to be at the table as Alberta’s new NDP government moves to include farm and ranch workers under provincial occupational health and safety rules.

Alberta is the only province that excludes farm employees from workers’ compensation coverage and employment standards laws.

The farmer-elected agriculture groups include the Alberta barley, canola, pulse and wheat commissions.

Some groups met with government officials on June 29, but want to ensure their views are included in coming months before final decisions are made.

Rob Davies, general manager of Alberta Barley, said groups have heard some new rules will be developed by 2017, but some people believe the government wants to move more quickly.

“To us, it makes the most sense that we would be the ones who are discussing with government as these rule changes are made,” he said Tuesday.

“We are more than willing to be actively engaged on this file and to work with the government on behalf of the farmers that we represent to make sure that what we do come up with makes as much sense as it can.”

Labour Minister Lori Sigurdson said the government wants to hear more from farmers. She declined to give any details or when any changes would be rolled out.

“It is really important for us to have discussions with the industry and anyone who is involved in that sector to make sure we understand,” she said.

respect as I for them.”

But the main goal of the clubhouse is not to help the members find a job.

Anigbogu said the main goal is to provide a safe place for them to socialize and give them some confidence. He said the members take the lead on running the clubhouse while the two staffers support them.

The clubhouse encourages “active participation in clubhouse programs, community inclusion, sustainable employment for members, self advocacy, personal growth and empowerment,” according to its website.

He said they encourage the members to socialize outside club hours to develop and strengthen friendships.

There are an estimated 46 active members out of the registered 147 members. About 70 per cent of the membership is male. The members are between the ages of 18 and 65.

Anigbogu said some statistics suggest one in five Canadians are living with a mental illness.

“It’s difficult to measure the money value that we are doing here,” said Anigbogu. “Listening to the members and creating a structure in a life is what they may need right now. That keeps them out of the hospital ... Without this program, I think there would be lots of members who would end up in the hospital or worse.”

The clubhouse has faced some challenges spreading the word about its work in the community and removing its perceived reputation since moving to the 5012 Ross St., from 48th Street in 2009. The clubhouse is located down the street from the Buffalo Hotel.

Anigbogu said some people think the house is full of “druggies or drunks.”

“That’s why we want to keep our doors open,” he said. “Come down and talk to our members. They are just like us. Because of that, we don’t get that many members given the population of Red Deer that this clubhouse should get. We want people to know who we are.”

Looking to the future, the clubhouse has considered moving to a new location. Recently it applied to the Bell Let’s Talk program but did not receive any grant funding. Anigbogu said relocating the clubhouse is not a priority right now.

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Partisans prep for climate battle BOTH SIDES OF DEBATE SEEDING GRASSROOTS BEFORE PANEL

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS EDMONTON — Advocates on both sides of Alberta’s climate change debate are mobilizing their grassroots in hopes of influencing the panel that will recommend how the province should address the issue.

In one corner, the “Energy Citizens,” a group created by the Canadian Association Petroleum Producers of people who, according to the group’s website, “play a role in spreading the word about the positive role energy plays in our lives every day.”

In the other, Greenpeace’s newly launched “Get Fresh” campaign, which says “The Government of Alberta is creating a fresh plan to address climate change in Alberta and needs to hear your voice!”

Both groups are urging as many of its supporters as possible to fill out an online survey the province hopes will offer insight into what average Albertans think.

Both sides want its members to turn out in numbers to government town hall and public input sessions.

Both groups are tweeting and Facebook-posting like crazy. And it’s nev-

er been easier to sign up for regular email updates from your chosen side.

“We are trying to get our members and the general public engaged in the consultation process,” Greenpeace spokesman Mike Hudema wrote in an email.

“This is a way for people to learn more, this is a way for people to do more and to speak up and have their voice heard,” said Jeff Gaulin of the

tion of Alberta wants.”

The Energy Citizens were created in 2014, inspired by an American Petroleum Institute program in the United States.

“Canada’s Energy Citizens brings like-minded Canadians together by building an online community that supports Canada’s energy,” its website says. “If energy issues get you talking, becoming an Energy Citizen means you

‘THAT’S A CHALLENGE IN ANY TYPE OF PROCESS LIKE THIS. YOU’RE GETTING A SELECTIVE SAMPLE OF THOSE WHO ARE MOBILIZED FOR ONE REASON OR ANOTHER. YOU HAVE TO KNOW THAT GOING IN.’ — ANDREW LEACH HEAD OF PANEL

petroleum association.

In the middle, heading the government’s panel and tasked with listening to both partisans and public, sits Andrew Leach.

“One part of our mandate was to provide an opportunity for Albertans to be heard,” he said. “That’s not the same as getting a statistically representative sample of what the popula-

will always be equipped with factual information to share with your friends and family.”

It offers badges boasting “I (heart) Canada’s energy.” It has 7,500 Facebook likes.

Greenpeace has its own Get Fresh Facebook page, loaded with links to stories about such topics as renewable energy or Greenpeace-approved

happenings like the Calgary Farmer’s Market. Just a couple of days old, it has 104 likes.

“The initial push is to try to get people to go to the forums and then to fill out the survey,” Hudema said.

Early indications suggest the consultations are drawing interest. More than 400 people turned out Tuesday night in Calgary, said Leach. Many were what he called “the usual suspects” — technical experts or those with a longstanding interest in the issue.

“If you said, ‘Who are my go-to people for information on a particular area within greenhouse gas policy?’, a lot of them were in the room last night.”

Partisans of all sides were present, he said.

“That’s a challenge in any type of process like this. You’re getting a selective sample of those who are mobilized for one reason or another. You have to know that going in.”

It’s still worth doing, said Leach.

“People would wait in line quite a long time to talk to a panel member — just to say ‘Thank you for doing this.’

People from both perspectives.”

A second meeting was scheduled for Wednesday night in Edmonton.

Parties push hard in first byelection since NDP win

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS CALGARY — Voters in northwest Calgary go to the polls Thursday in a provincial byelection that appears to have become bigger than the sum of its votes.

Polls and political observers suggest Calgary-Foothills is a three-way race among the governing NDP, the Opposition Wildrose and the Progressive Conservatives, who have held the seat since 1971, but gave it up when former premier Jim Prentice quit politics on election night last spring when the New Democrats swept the PCs from power.

“I guess it’s not surprising that it’s become hotly contested,” said Calgarybased pollster Janet Brown. “The NDP does really want to win this because they want to prove their honeymoon

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BRIEF Barriers on bridge hope to deter people wanting to commit suicide EDMONTON — Barriers have started going up on Edmonton’s High Level Bridge in an effort to prevent people from jumping off.

The Support Network played a big part in getting the new barriers approved by city council.

Director of programs Jennifer Jones says taking away the bridge as an option for suicide will make a big difference.

She says it is currently “sort of a destination place for people to attempt to take their lives.”

Emergency call boxes have also

isn’t over. They want to prove winning the general election wasn’t a fluke.

“And of course the Wildrose party wants to prove it can win an urban riding.”

Numbers released Wednesday showed that 4,146 voted in advance polls — about 12 per cent of those eligible. It’s a figure that is higher than the advance turnout in the May 5 general election and in a byelection in the constituency last year.

Premier Rachel Notley’s NDP has a comfortable 53-seat majority in the 87-seat legislature. She has stressed that Thursday’s outcome is not a “litmus test” for her government.

Nevertheless, she has paid multiple visits to the constituency during the month-long campaign to show support for her candidate, former Calgary city councillor and NDP member of the legislature Bob Hawkesworth. “(The campaign) has been to remind

people that priorities this government has focused on around health care and education are promises that have been kept,” said Hawkesworth in an interview.

Notley’s government recently committed $1.4 billion to reverse planned Tory cuts to health care and to fund higher student enrolment this fall.

But the campaign is set against a background of oilpatch layoffs, recent tax increases to wealthy Albertans and corporations, and a looming $6-billion budget deficit.

It’s been a nasty race at times.

The Wildrose, which doesn’t hold a seat in Edmonton or Calgary, has accused the NDP of trying to scare votes by suggesting the Wildrose backs sweeping and punishing civil service job cuts.

The NDP has fired back at the Wildrose for a campaign pamphlet, written in Cantonese, that compared the

government to communists. The Wildrose said it meant to say socialists and that was lost in translation.

Wildrose candidate Prasad Panda, an oilpatch executive, said voters he’s talked to are not convinced the New Democrats hold the compass to lead Alberta back to prosperity.

“They’re realizing the NDP tend to believe they have a mandate to implement their ideological agenda, whereas people are really worried about jobs and the economy,” said Panda.

PC candidate Blair Houston, a restaurant owner, said despite Prentice’s abrupt departure on election night before all the votes were even counted, he has not encountered residual anger at the Tories.

“I was very upset when Jim stepped down myself,” said Houston. “I want to show these people that I’m here for them.”

been installed on the bridge with a direct line to either the Support Network or police.

Jones says they are still in the testing phase with those.

“I know that the phones are functional and that they’ve been doing a little bit of testing to make sure that they’ll work really well to meet the needs of emergency service responders.”

The fence cost $3 million to install and was approved by city council late last year.

and eliminate noon-hour supervision charges.

But he says that won’t happen right away.

He says some boards wouldn’t have been able to cover their costs if changes had been made ahead of the start of the school year.

Eggen adds it’s been what he calls a “free for all’ with fees in the past.

Now the government needs time to pull together all the information from different school boards.

“No. 1, I need to have the numbers to come up with a coherent strategy,” Eggen said Tuesday during a visit to an Edmonton school. “No. 2, I need to run it through our budget.”

He admits it “involves a lot of money and we all know that our economy

is tight.”

Government still working to reduce school fees: education minister EDMONTON — Alberta Education Minister Dave Eggen says the government still plans to reduce mandatory school fees, but more information is needed.

Eggen says the New Democrats stand by their election campaign promise to cut school fees in half

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The update follows a fire over the weekend that damaged pipes, power and communication lines between two units of the Mildred Lake upgrader.

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Election boring by design For those who have trouble discernIn the U.S., political teams plot ing between Canadians and Ameri- timelines to get their boss on the air cans, here’s a difference you can’t with journalists for a half hour or more miss: how election campaigns are run. of intensive one-on-one. In their game, The American campaigns the more time and the more ahead of party primaries to valued the interviewer, the determine who will become more points awarded the the standard-bearer in the candidate. If the candidate presidential run are like ends up in a fight with a mereality TV. Canadian camdia personality, so much the paigns to form Parliament better, because that’s how are designed to be ... boring. you get the actual voting luBoth are geared to ennatic fringe behind you. sure known party stalwarts That’s how you get Donget out to vote. In America, ald Trump. And his imperthat is done by whipping sonators. up a frenzy on the extreme That’s how you get Wiswings (where the people consin governor Scott GREG who vote in large numbers Walker — who wants to be NEIMAN reside). In Canada, the stratthe Republican candidate egy is to nudge core supportfor president — to say that ers toward the polls, while building a wall between making sure everyone else Canada and the U.S. is “a has fallen asleep in front of their TV legitimate issue for us to look at.” On a screens. national network news program.

For our respective nations, both Because, you know, the fringe loostrategies work. nies still believe the 9/11 terrorists In Canada, candidates for the high- came in through Canada. And these est office in the land hire (using tax are the people who will pack the floor dollars) highly paid staff to ensure no at the various primaries, and vote. Ramedia gets clear access to the candi- tional people, who would be appalled date. All policy announcements are that a person could say that and then carefully crafted into packages re- actually run for president will stay far, leased as talking points for a whistle far away. stop somewhere, with only selected The Canada/U.S. Wall is purely a questions allowed, all of which must media issue. Because American canbe easily ducked and dissembled be- didates actually meet the press, they fore the next whistle stop. Repeat, ad will be forced to answer such stupid nauseum. questions. But as we have found, the

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candidates — even a respected moderate like Scott Walker — will not call the question of a Wall thousands of kilometres long stupid.

That’s why the question isn’t actually stupid, though. The question is being asked in counterpoint to Donald Trump’s assertion that he will build a wall between the U.S. and Mexico, and send Mexico the bill. Say it often enough, and it becomes “legitimate” in some people’s minds. The assertion is monumentally absurd, though. It is itself a counterpoint to a stated plan to deport undocumented aliens — along with their children born in the U.S., contrary to the U.S. Constitution.

Another plan — deemed “legitimate” — would task the CEO of Federal Express to design a system that will track the movement of illegal aliens like packages.

None of these things will ever happen. Or we should pray they never do.

But serious politicians planning to become president of the most powerful nation on Earth must avow things like this are “legitimate issues for us to consider.”

Why? Because they want to win the primaries. And in the Republican Party, the primaries are overpopulated by irrational zealots who would not shy away from invading Canada if they thought a teenage terrorist with a pocket full of exploding doobies might emerge from here.

Contrast that with our Canadian campaign. Top-of-mind issue? The def-

icit, or the surplus, whichever way you want to hire an accountant to interpret things.

Either way, all proposed budget deficits so far amount to less than a rounding error against the total budget. Less than half a per cent of total spending.

Likewise, any proposed budget surplus. Rounding errors all.

So while Canadian political leaders drone on about their respective managerial prowess in getting student loan defaults down to something manageable, we get to watch American candidates contemplate a space elevator from which they can more cheaply deport illegal aliens to a colony on the moon. That is what you do with aliens, isn’t it?

We get to watch Donald Trump call a supporter up from the crowd during a speech to tug on his hair, proving once and for all that he isn’t wearing a wig. Imagine Justin Trudeau or Stephen Harper doing that? Can’t see it.

Nice hair, though, for all of them.

Perhaps the job of a Canadian journalist is to try to keep everyone awake until election day. Since, in this election, we really have nothing else to do. After all, we can’t revoke people’s citizenship like they want to do Down South, or build walls to keep out terrorists and dirt-cheap labour.

Vive la différence.

Greg Neiman is a retired Advocate editor. Follow his blog at readersadvocate. blogspot.ca or email greg.neiman.blog@ gmail.com.

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Worried Canadians way ahead of StatsCan on recession Canadian voters anxious about their precarious sure wasn’t going to overreact to what he called a employment status or the future for their children couple of weak months with high taxes and permacan be forgiven if they felt they had hurtled Through nent deficits like “those other guys.’’ the Looking Glass with Alice Tuesday.

Those other guys had a different take.

Yes, Statistics Canada tells us, we are in a “techniLiberal Leader Justin Trudeau said Harper was cal” recession. out of touch with reality. New Democrats sprinted to It may have revved up economists and an Ottawa press theatre to lament Cananumber crunchers, and it certainly amda’s “lost decade” under Harper. ped up the spin and counterspin on the For Harper, there are positive signs campaign trail, but for Canadians recesto cherry pick. June looked good, setting sion is a state of mind. expectations for a recovery in the third And they got there well before well bequarter. Oil prices recently surged (but fore StatsCan weighed in Tuesday. couldn’t sustain that), housing prices in Canadians worried about their ecoCanada’s largest city continue their march nomic future, or those who have taken a skyward, a bellwether of voter mood.This pay cut to protect someone’s job, or have is not 2008 redux, the recession has not lost a good paying job in the oil patch been accompanied by any plunge in emknew we were in a recession before any ployment. technical data confirmed the fact.

But if you have money in the stock marThey don’t care that the Canadian Taxket, or are looking to retire soon or are TIM payers Federation labelled this a “baby” looking at the declining Canadian dollar, HARPER recession. there is ample reason for anxiety.

They could look to Alberta where the For the Conservative leader, who has NDP government projected a $6.5-billion repeatedly staked his electability on his deficit this year, or next door in Saskatcheconomic stewardship, seizing an uptick ewan, where Stephen Harper soulmate Brad Wall in June as a victory is a far cry from how he once reports a deficit edging toward $300 million. used his megaphone to tout Canada as something apConservative leader Harper celebrated this news proaching the economic miracle of the G7. by proclaiming the Canadian economy was back on Tuesday’s report tells us what has already haptrack based on a one-month snapshot, acknowledg- pened. Voters will decide who they trust for their ing only that we were facing “challenges.’’ future economic security.

In an echo of his 2011 campaign mantra, he is Do you trust the Harper stay-the-course message, again telling Canadians we must stay the course be- or is there enough anxiety out there that a fragile cause, wouldn’t you know it, here we are again, in a economy — along with other factors — will tip Canaperiod of “global economic turbulence.’’ dians in the direction of backing another horse after He would not use the word “recession,’’ but he a decade of Conservative rule?

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You can go to the well once too often and there is at least anecdotal evidence that there is less buy-in this time for the same message — global forces are washing up against Canadian shores and only his low-tax, boutique tax credit, budget-balancing ways can be trusted.

Canadians, though, also have reasons to be skeptical about the two men who would take his job.

NDP Leader Tom Mulcair has overreached in his hard and fast pledge to balance the budget in a first year of an NDP government. This has all the signs of a message for Ontario where pungent memories of the Bob Rae government can still, a quarter century later, raise fears among voters.

Mulcair risks his core support by trying to outbalance Harper even as polling data confirms that a deficit aimed at creating jobs and building infrastructure, would be tolerated by a majority of Canadians.

So where does that leave Trudeau?

The Liberal leader actually has the most realistic take on our economy and if you’re sitting on the Gardiner Expressway or stuck on Vancouver’s PortMann Bridge it should make sense, if it wasn’t so troubling that Trudeau has embraced deficits so suddenly after declaring the Liberals the party of balanced budgets.

But small deficits aimed at providing stimulus in uncertain economic times should cause no more hysteria than a 0.1 per cent monthly dip in the gross domestic product. This being an election campaign, both have generated hysteria, real or manufactured.

Canadians intuitively understand the state of the economy better than their leaders.

Tim Harper is a syndicated Toronto Star national affairs writer. He can be reached at tharper@thestar.ca.

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Harper, Mulcair share deficit views

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FEDERAL ELECTION

OTTAWA — Stephen Harper and Tom Mulcair found themselves in unfamiliar economic territory Wednesday — sharing the same page on when they think it is acceptable to plunge the country into a deficit.

The Conservative and New Democrat leaders, along with their Liberal counterpart Justin Trudeau, still expressed sharp differences on the economic way forward following Statistics Canada’s recession pronouncement a day earlier.

The three federal leaders attempted to put a bit more flesh on the bones of their respective economic positions after the agency reported on Tuesday that the economy had contracted for a second straight quarter — the technical definition of a recession.

But as they dealt with the fallout from the data, it was Harper and Mulcair who found themselves occupying the same position on an important, related question: when is it OK to run a deficit?

Both leaders are opposed to them, and are promising balanced budgets if elected. But when asked about deficits, separately, on the campaign trail Wednesday, they gave strikingly similar answers.

Harper and Mulcair both agreed on the need for stimulus following the Great Recession of 2008-09.

“Back in 2008-2009, we faced two circumstances we do not face today, both of them are important,” Harper said in North Bay, Ont., citing the drop in global output and the breakdown in the financial system.

“We are nowhere near those kinds of circumstances today,” he added. “I do not believe you would run a deficit on purpose if the economy is actually showing growth. Our economy will grow this year and that is why we will keep the budget in balance.”

Speaking in Kamloops, B.C., Mulcair said: “We might recall back in 2008 when the worst financial crisis since the 1920s hit, it was obvious then that

it was such a true head-on hit to the economy that spending was required and that’s what was done.”

As for the current situation, Mulcair said: “Right now, we are in a recession that’s been measured according to the definition accepted here, which is two consecutive quarters of negative growth.”

Trudeau, meanwhile, said Harper and Mulcair share the same future decision if they have any chance of honouring their balanced budget promises — budget cuts.

“They want to cut programs and they hope in vain that the same plan that has been in place for the last 10 years will still work and will kick-start the economy,” he said in Trois-Rivieres, Que. But the Liberal leader was also forced the defend the budget-cutting that his party undertook in the 1990s when Paul Martin served as former prime minister Jean Chretien’s finance minister.

Martin made the right decision when he cut provincial transfer payments back then because the Conservatives left the country’s books in bad shape, Trudeau said.

“Right now, we have a very different situation where for 10 years, even though we have a very good debt-toGDP ratio, we can’t seem to create growth,” Trudeau said.

Trudeau said only his plan to run deficits to 2019 and increase infrastructure spending will spur real growth in a slackening economy.

“Mr. Harper doesn’t understand that in order to grow the economy in the 21st century we need to invest in people and give them the tools they need to succeed,” he said.

“Confident, optimistic countries are always willing to invest in their own future rather than believe that cutting is somehow the path to growth and success.”

Harper and Mulcair disagreed, while still taking shots at each other.

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Esseghaier mentally ill but fit for sentencing, psychiatrist tells court TORONTO — The second psychiatrist to assess the mental state of a man found guilty in a terror plot to derail a passenger train told a Toronto court Wednesday that he likely suffers from a mental illness.

But, unlike the first expert who examined Chiheb Esseghaier, Dr. Philip Klassen said that the Tunisian national was still fit to be sentenced for his crimes.

Esseghaier and his co-accused, Raed Jaser, were found guilty in March of a terror-related conspiracy to commit murder — which carries a sentence of up to life in prison — and six other terror-related charges between them. Their sentencing hearing is currently under way.

During their last court session in July, the Toronto judge presiding over the case ordered a second mental health assessment for Esseghaier after concluding that an earlier one had “serious flaws.”

In that first assessment, Dr. Lisa Ramshaw said she believed Esseghaier was unable to participate in his sentencing hearing because he is likely schizophrenic.

Klassen testified that he also thought Esseghaier is likely schizophrenic but — unlike Ramshaw — he believes Esseghaier is legally fit to be sentenced.

“I would agree with Dr. Ramshaw that this gentleman suffers from a mental illness, in my opinion the best fit diagnostically would be schizophrenia,” Klassen told the court. “I am not persuaded that he is not fit.”

Klassen said that Esseghaier was aware of the nature of his court proceedings, understood their consequences and was able to communicate with the court in his trial.

HALIFAX — The defence lawyer for a man charged in the death of a Halifax university student says he’s shocked the alleged crime scene is already under renovation.

Eugene Tan said outside court today that he went to William Michael Sandeson’s former Henry Street apartment on Sunday and found the walls had been painted and that parts of the floor and some drywall had been replaced.

Tan says that has compromised the defence’s ability to commission an independent report on the alleged events in the case.

The case has been put over to Sept.

24 to give the defence time to get more disclosure from the Crown.

The 22-year-old Sandeson was charged with first-degree murder four days after Taylor Samson, a physics student at Dalhousie University, was reported missing last month.

Investigators searched two properties in Truro, N.S., saying they discovered several items of interest but that Samson’s remains have not been found.

Vancouver artists could carve some good out of recent powerful windstorm VANCOUVER — A windstorm that toppled trees across British Columbia’s south coast could fuel many fireplaces over the coming winter, but officials hope it will spark something creative, too.

The Vancouver Park Board estimates at least 500 trees came down in parks and along boulevards during the Saturday storm, with large canopied trees such as maples, among the losses.

The park board says chunks from several huge cedars will be donated to First Nations artists, but that still leaves plenty of wood that must be piled and removed.

Park board chairman John Coupar says several coveted species of hardwood are available.

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BLACK AND WHITE GAME

BY GREG MEACHEM ADVOCATE SPORTS EDITOR Team Black 6 Team White 5 With his free-agent appearance at the Anaheim Ducks rookie camp just over a week away, Wyatt Johnson got in some successful shooting practice Wednesday evening at the Centrium.

Johnson fired three goals in the third period, albeit in a losing cause, as Team White fell 6-5 to Team Black in the Red Deer Rebels intrasquad game before roughly 1,500 fans.

“Yeah, it was good to pot a few,” said the Rebels 20-yearold forward, whose team trailed 5-0 after 40 minutes before mounting a fierce thirdperiod rally. “We didn’t get the start we wanted but we made it close in the third.

“It’s always nice to see the fans come out for the Black and White game. We always get lots of support.”

Johnson, who joins forward Presten Kopeck and defenceman Kayle Doetzel as the Rebels’ three overage players heading into a season that will conclude with the team hosting the Memorial Cup tournament next May, will attend the Ducks rookie camp for a second year in succession.

“I’m really excited to get another opportunity there,” he said. “I can’t wait.”

He won’t have to wait long, with the Anaheim camp set to open Sept. 10.

The Saskatoon native is coming off a strong Rebels training camp, his third since joining the club as a 17-yearold in a mid-September of 2012 trade with the Vancouver

Giants.

“Camp went well,” he said.

“The older guys came in a few days ahead of the rookies and got all our fitness tests done. That was good, we had a couple of team building things and we’re all excited to get the season going.”

Jack McClelland, with two goals, Austin Strand, Lane Pederson, Ivan Nikolishin and 15-year-old Brendan Budy scored for Team Black, which opened a 3-0 lead after one period. Pederson added three assists and Nikolishin and Budy each picked up a helper.

Conner Bleackley and Evan Polei accounted for the other Team White markers. Polei also added two assists.

“I think there were some good individual performances tonight, although the white team didn’t get going until the last half of the game,” said Rebels GM/head coach Brent Sutter.

“But in the third they played well. I thought it was an entertaining game. There was a lot of different things that went on out there tonight.”

As expected, most of the veteran skaters stood out, but forwards Budy and fellow 15-year-old forward Eli Zummack — two of the smaller players on the ice — made their presence felt.

“I thought Budy was really good and I thought we had a quite a few younger defencemen who were pretty good, too,” said Sutter, who kept three 15-year-old rearguards — Jace Foskey, Jacob Herauf and Spencer McHardy — for the Black and White contest, as well as 16-year-old blueliners Carson Sass, Ethan Sakowich and Boo Grist.

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In Black, Austin Strand, left, and Nelson Nogier take Tyler Kirkup, 15, out of the play during first period action at the Black and White game at the Centrium on Wednesday night.

Trevor Martin pitched a shutout as the Team White netminder through the first 32 minutes of the game, before being replaced by Solomon Burk. Rebels veteran and projected starter for the 2015-16 Western Hockey League season, Rylan Toth, surrendered three goals while being bombarded with shots before giving up the crease to Dawson Weatherill. ● With Johnson added to the Ducks’ rookie camp roster, the Rebels have eight players attending NHL camps this fall.

As a result, icing a team with close to the preferred number of players will be difficult when the team plays two preseason games in the Tri-City Americans tournament Sept.

11-12 in Kennewick. Wash.

“It’s not going to be too bad this weekend,” said Sutter, referring to a Saturday outing versus the Edmonton Oil Kings at St. Albert. “But I’m not sure what we’re going to do the following weekend in Tri-City.

“We’ll be down to eight forwards and eight or nine defencemen. Some defencemen

might have to play up front.

You have to be able to ice a team for two nights and we’ll have to get as close to 19 or 20 players as we can.” ● The Rebels reassigned 10 players following the Black and White game, the list including Burk, defencemen Foskey, Grist, McHardy and Boedy Donald, and forwards Budy, Tyler Kirkup, Brayden Labant, Jack Langenhahn and Shane Sherban. gmeachem@reddeeradvocate. com

Cougars have nice mix going into season

BY GREG MEACHEM ADVOCATE SPORTS EDITOR The 2015 Notre Dame Cougars are built for the present and the future.

“We actually have a pretty good group of returnees and new guys this year,” defensive coach Ian Rattan said this week as the Cougars prepared for their Central Alberta High School Football League season-opener Friday at 7:30 p.m. versus the Hunting Hill Lightning at Great Chief Park.

“We have a solid group of Grade 10 kids who have moved up from our bantam program and a solid group of Grade 11s. It’s looking like a nice mixture of experience and new guys, which is great to see.”

Among the new faces are defensive/ offensive lineman Derek Friesen and cornerback Aidan Joly, both of whom suited up with the midget Prairie Fire earlier this year.

“Derek got some serious reps (with the Prairie Fire),” said Rattan. “Aidan is a little nicked up right now so we have yet to see what impact he’ll have with our team here, but he did play with the midget program which is a pretty good indicator of his ability.”

Rattan also has high expectations for Grade 10 linebackers Josh Chandler and Beau Meier.

“If we can continue to develop them they should be good players for us,” said the coach.

Among the club’s key returnees is Grade 11 running back Johannes Smith, who rushed for a league-high

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Notre Dame Cougar Beko Wande tackles teammate Taylor Vida during a practice Tuesday afternoon. The Ecole Notre Dame High School Cougars take on the Hunting Hills Lightning in the first game of the season for both teams at Great Chief Park Friday at 7:30 p.m.

884 yards on 151 carries last season and scored seven touchdowns.

Rattan noted that Smith brings more to the team than just his ability to shed tackles for big yardage. His enthusiasm for the game is second to none, said the

coach.

“The nice thing about Johannes is he runs a thousand miles per hour regardless of where you are on the field, regardless of what the score is or who is blocking,” said Rattan. “He always

has a smile on his face and is very easy to coach. It’s a treat to have guys like that, for sure.”

Receiver Payton LaGrange, Reiss Flunder, who will fill a position on defence, and running back/receiver Justin Fedun are other principal returnees, as are quarterback Devin Desormeau, last year’s back-up to graduate Keegan McDonald, and two-way lineman Jacob Plamondon.

“It’s kind of a treat having some of these guys now,” said Rattan. “I’ve worked with the bantam program a lot for the last five years and just to see some of these guys that I had as Grade 8s and 9s and getting to work with them as Grade 10s, 11s and 12s, is kind of cool.”

Desormeau will start behind centre in Friday’s season-opener.

“He’s the guy to beat out, for sure, he’s looking good,” said Rattan, adding that the coaching staff is in the process of deciding on a back-up quarterback.

Rattan wouldn’t predict what the Cougars might accomplish this season, but he sees a team that should progress with the season.

“We’re a little dinged up right now, but it’s a good-looking group of kids,” he said. “We have some good athletes and we have a team that should get better each and every day.

“If we can keep improving in practice and get better from every game going forward, I think we could have a team that will just grow as the season goes on. That’s what any team wants — just to get better every day.” gmeachem@reddeeradvocate.com

Donaldson, Dickey shine as Blue Jays take series over Indians

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS Blue Jays 5 Indians 1 TORONTO — Even in an MVP-calibre season, Josh Donaldson finds new ways to impress.

The Toronto third baseman drove in a run in the first inning and two in the second, upping his MLB-leading RBI total to 111 in the Blue Jays’ 5-1 win over the Cleveland Indians on Wednesday. He also showed off his hustle and athleticism, diving though the air to evade catcher Yan Gomes’ tag and score on a shallow sacrifice fly ball by Troy Tulowitzki in the second.

“It’s gotten to the point where nothing this guy does surprises you any more. I mean he’s a super-hero, really,” said Jays starter R.A. Dickey, who threw a complete-game four-hitter.

“He is in a special place right now.”

“He’s on a mission,” echoed Toronto manager John Gibbons.

Donaldson played down his secondinning heroics, saying he just saw the opportunity with second baseman Jason Kipnis back-peddling to get to the ball.

“So I took it,” he said.

With the sellout crowd chanting MV-P, Donaldson singled, doubled and doubled before Cleveland finally induced him to ground out in the seventh inning. And Donaldson made that play close at the bag.

In the third, he challenged Indians left-fielder Michael Brantley and won, turning a single into a double.

It was Donaldson’s 48th multi-hit game and 14th three-hit game this season. His RBI total is the most by a Blue Jay since Jose Bautista’s 124 in 2010.

The surging Jays (76-57) have won 10 of their last 12 and are 31-11 since the all-star break. They are 33-13 in their last 46 home games.

Still, the New York Yankees defeated Boston 13-8 earlier in the day to remain 1.5 games back of the Jays in the American League East.

Dickey (10-10) retired the Indians in order in seven of his nine innings, dispatching 14 straight batters at one point for his 99th career win and 15th complete game.

“Dickey was so good. ...He just threw a lot of strikes,” said Cleveland manager Terry Francona.

“First time through you saw him show the fastball and then go to the knuckleball. Once he got it rolling, man, for a ball to move that much and for him to command it that well, it was really impressive.”

Toronto continued its onslaught on opposition pitching, leading 5-0 after two innings with the Rogers Centre roof open on a sticky September night before 46,538 — the 15th sellout of the season. Cleveland was certainly sweating, using four pitchers in the first four innings.

Dickey, meanwhile, shut the door on Cleveland as the Indians (64-68) lost their second straight after a six-game win streak. The 40-year-old knuckleballer retired Cleveland’s first nine batters.

Dickey is the first Toronto pitcher to go 7-0 after the all-star break since Roger Clemens in 1998.

“I’ll tell you what’s worked is the bats have exploded when I pitch,” Dickey said with a chuckle. “And that’s always nice, to pitch with a lead.

“It’s such a gift to get to come and watch these guys play. It really is — to watch Donaldson and Bautista and

Greg Meachem, Sports Editor, 403-314-4363 E-mail gmeachem@reddeeradvocate.com

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Tulo (Tulowitzki). Everybody is playing a part and it’s really a rare gift to get to come to the park and see these guys perform.”

Tulowitzki drove in Toronto’s other two runs.

Toronto’s Edwin Encarnacion, who had his 26-game hitting streak snapped Tuesday, had a walk in four at-bats to extend his on-base streak to 33 games Toronto showed its teeth early, scoring twice in a first inning that required 30 pitches from Cleveland starter Trevor Bauer (10-11). In contrast, Dickey needed just 31 pitches in his first three innings.

Bauer, a 24-year-old right-hander, gave up four runs on six hits and a walk in 1 1/3 innings in a miserable Rogers Centre debut.

There was good news for the Jays elsewhere as Marcus Stroman, in his first rehab start since undergoing knee surgery in March, struck out seven and walked one in 4 2/3 no-hit innings for the Class-A Lansing Lugnuts against the Great Lakes Loons.

Toronto has an off day Thursday before hosting the Baltimore Orioles on Friday.

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SCOREBOARD Local Sports ● High school volleyball: Senior/junior boys and girls tournament at RDC. ● High school football: Lacombe Rams at Lindsay Thurber Raiders, 4:30 p.m., Great Chief Park; Hunting Hills Lightning at Notre Dame Cougars, 7:30 p.m., Great Chief Park. ● Midget AAA hockey: Red Deer Optimist Chiefs tryouts, 5-6:30 p.m., Arena. ● High school volleyball: Senior/junior boys and girls tournament at RDC.

Major League Baseball American League East Division W L Pct Toronto 76 57 .571 New York 74 58 .561 Tampa Bay 66 67 .496 Baltimore 64 69 .481 Boston 61 72 .459

Saturday

● High school volleyball: Senior/junior boys and girls tournament at RDC. ● WHL exhibition: Red Deer Rebels at Edmonton Oil Kings, 7 p.m., St. Albert Servus Credit Union Place.

Sunday

● Midget AAA hockey: Red Deer Optimist Chiefs tryouts, 2:45-6:15 p.m., Arena.

Football Miami

Hamilton Toronto Ottawa Montreal

CFL East Division GP W L T 9 6 3 0 9 6 3 0 9 5 4 0 9 4 5 0

PF 315 238 193 191

PA 182 245 241 171

Pt 12 12 10 8

Calgary Edmonton Winnipeg B.C. Saskatchewan

GP 9 9 8 8 9

West Division W L T 7 2 0 6 3 0 3 6 0 3 5 0 0 9 0

PF 255 238 166 179 218

PA 188 165 273 234 294

Pt 14 12 6 6 0

WEEK 11 Bye: Ottawa Thursday, Sept. 3 B.C. at Montreal, 5:30 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 6 Winnipeg at Saskatchewan, 2 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 7 Toronto at Hamilton, 11 a.m.

Edmonton at Calgary, 2:30 p.m.

WEEK 12 Bye: Montreal Friday, Sept. 11 Hamilton at Toronto, 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 12 Saskatchewan at Winnipeg, 4:30 p.m.

Calgary at Edmonton, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 13 Ottawa at B.C., 2 p.m.

Canadian Football League Scoring Leaders TD C FG S Pt J.Medlock, Ham 0 33 19 4 94 G.Shaw, Edm 0 19 21 8 90 B.Bede, Mtl 0 11 22 6 83 R. Paredesm Cgy 0 12 18 4 70 R.Leone, BC 0 12 15 6 63 L. Hajrullahu, Wpg 0 9 16 5 62 P.McCallum, Sask 0 10 16 1 59 R.Pfeffer, Tor 0 11 12 2 49 x-E.Rogers, Cgy 7 3 0 0 46 D.Alvarado, Ott 0 4 11 0 37 T.Gurley, Tor 6 0 0 0 36 A.Harris, BC 6 0 0 0 36 x-Je.Johnson, Ott 6 2 0 0 32 B.Banks, Ham 5 0 0 0 30 B.Banks, Ham 5 0 0 0 30 V.Hazelton, Tor 5 0 0 0 30

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National Football League AMERICAN CONFERENCE East W L T Pct Buffalo 2 1 0 .667 New England 2 1 0 .667 N.Y. Jets 2 1 0 .667

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PA 54 62 63

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Houston Indianapolis Jacksonville Tennessee

W 2 1 1 1

Cincinnati Baltimore Cleveland Pittsburgh

W 2 1 1 1

Denver Kansas City San Diego Oakland

W 3 3 2 1

2 South L 1 2 2 2 North L 1 2 2 3 West L 0 0 1 2

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Pct .667 .333 .333 .333

PF 60 45 52 61

PA 37 73 65 79

T 0 0 0 0

Pct .667 .333 .333 .250

PF 55 60 58 67

PA 45 98 38 99

T Pct 0 1.000 0 1.000 0 .667 0 .333

PF 55 82 54 53

PA 42 42 42 53

NATIONAL CONFERENCE East W L T Pct PF Philadelphia 3 0 0 1.000 115 Washington 3 0 0 1.000 72 N.Y. Giants 1 2 0 .333 50 Dallas 0 3 0 .000 27 South W L T Pct PF Carolina 2 1 0 .667 72 Atlanta 1 2 0 .333 62 Tampa Bay 1 2 0 .333 48 New Orleans 0 3 0 .000 64 North W L T Pct PF Minnesota 4 0 0 1.000 88 Chicago 2 1 0 .667 60 Detroit 2 1 0 .667 62 Green Bay 1 2 0 .333 67 West W L T Pct PF San Francisco 1 2 0 .333 45 Seattle 1 2 0 .333 49 Arizona 1 2 0 .333 68 St. Louis 0 3 0 .000 31

PA 53 47 63 68 PA 71 67 68 83 PA 45 42 41 74 PA 48 51 79 69

Thursday, Sep. 3 New Orleans at Green Bay, 5 p.m.

Baltimore at Atlanta, 5 p.m.

Cincinnati at Indianapolis, 5 p.m.

Philadelphia at N.Y. Jets, 5 p.m.

Tampa Bay at Miami, 5 p.m.

Jacksonville at Washington, 5:30 p.m.

Carolina at Pittsburgh, 5:30 p.m.

Buffalo at Detroit, 5:30 p.m.

N.Y. Giants at New England, 5:30 p.m.

Minnesota at Tennessee, 6 p.m.

Cleveland at Chicago, 6 p.m.

Houston at Dallas, 6 p.m.

Kansas City at St. Louis, 6 p.m.

Arizona at Denver, 7 p.m.

Oakland at Seattle, 8 p.m.

San Diego at San Francisco, 8 p.m.

Seattle 8, Houston 3 Texas at San Diego, late GB — 1 1/2 10 12 15

Kansas City Minnesota Cleveland Chicago Detroit

Central Division W L Pct 81 51 .614 69 63 .523 64 68 .485 61 70 .466 61 71 .462

GB — 12 17 19 1/2 20

Houston Texas Los Angeles Seattle Oakland

West Division W L Pct 73 61 .545 69 62 .527 67 66 .504 63 71 .470 58 76 .433

GB — 2 1/2 5 1/2 10 15

Tuesday’s Games Tampa Bay 11, Baltimore 2 Toronto 5, Cleveland 3, 10 innings N.Y. Yankees 3, Boston 1 Minnesota 8, Chicago White Sox 6 Detroit 6, Kansas City 5 Seattle 7, Houston 5 L.A. Angels 6, Oakland 2 Texas 8, San Diego 6 Wednesday’s Games L.A. Angels 9, Oakland 4 N.Y. Yankees 13, Boston 8 Baltimore 7, Tampa Bay 6, 11 innings Toronto 5, Cleveland 1 Minnesota 3, Chicago White Sox 0 Kansas City 12, Detroit 1

Thursday’s Games Chicago White Sox (Samardzija 8-11) at Minnesota (Gibson 9-9), 11:10 a.m.

Detroit (Boyd 1-5) at Kansas City (Volquez 12-7), 6:10 p.m.

Friday’s Games Tampa Bay at N.Y. Yankees, 5:05 p.m.

Baltimore at Toronto, 5:07 p.m.

Cleveland at Detroit, 5:08 p.m.

Philadelphia at Boston, 5:10 p.m.

Chicago White Sox at Kansas City, 6:10 p.m.

Minnesota at Houston, 6:10 p.m.

Seattle at Oakland, 8:05 p.m.

Texas at L.A. Angels, 8:05 p.m.

Wednesday’s Games Miami 7, Atlanta 3 Cincinnati 7, Chicago Cubs 4 N.Y. Mets 9, Philadelphia 4 Milwaukee 9, Pittsburgh 4 Washington 4, St. Louis 3 Colorado 9, Arizona 4 L.A. Dodgers 2, San Francisco 1 Texas at San Diego, late

New York Washington Miami Atlanta Philadelphia

National League East Division W L Pct 74 59 .556 67 65 .508 55 79 .410 54 79 .406 53 81 .396

GB — 6 1/2 19 1/2 20 21 1/2

St. Louis Pittsburgh Chicago Milwaukee Cincinnati

Central Division W L Pct 86 47 .647 79 52 .603 75 57 .568 57 75 .432 55 77 .417

GB — 6 10 1/2 28 1/2 30 1/2

West Division W L Pct 75 57 .568 69 64 .519 65 69 .485 64 68 .485 54 78 .409

GB — 6 1/2 11 11 21

Los Angeles San Francisco Arizona San Diego Colorado

Tuesday’s Games Arizona 6, Colorado 4, 1st game Miami 7, Atlanta 1 Philadelphia 14, N.Y. Mets 8 Chicago Cubs 5, Cincinnati 4 Milwaukee 7, Pittsburgh 4 St. Louis 8, Washington 5 Arizona 5, Colorado 3, 2nd game L.A. Dodgers 2, San Francisco 1 Texas 8, San Diego 6

Thursday’s Games Atlanta (Wisler 5-5) at Washington (Zimmermann 11-8), 5:05 p.m.

Pittsburgh (Liriano 9-6) at Milwaukee (Jungmann 8-5), 5:20 p.m.

San Francisco (Vogelsong 9-10) at Colorado (Rusin 4-7), 6:40 p.m.

L.A. Dodgers (Latos 4-9) at San Diego (Rea 2-2), 8:10 p.m.

Friday’s Games Arizona at Chicago Cubs, 12:20 p.m.

Atlanta at Washington, 5:05 p.m.

Milwaukee at Cincinnati, 5:10 p.m.

N.Y. Mets at Miami, 5:10 p.m.

Philadelphia at Boston, 5:10 p.m.

Pittsburgh at St. Louis, 6:15 p.m.

San Francisco at Colorado, 6:40 p.m.

L.A. Dodgers at San Diego, 8:10 p.m.

Transactions Wednesday’s Sports Transactions BASEBALL National League ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS — Placed 1B Paul Goldschmidt on maternity leave. Recalled LHP Keith Hessler from Reno (PCL).

COLORADO ROCKIES — Recalled RHP Brooks Brown and RHP Justin Miller from Albuquerque (PCL).

PITTSBURGH PIRATES — Selected the contracts of INF infielder Pedro Florimon from Bristol (Appalachian). Transferred RHP Deolis Guerra from the 15- to the 60-day DL. ST. LOUIS CARDINALS — Recalled LHPs Tyler Lyons and Nick Greenwood and RHP Miguel Socolovich from Memphis (PCL). Optioned LHP Marco Gonzales to Memphis.

SAN DIEGO PADRES — Recalled INF/OF Alex Dickerson, RHP Jon Edwards and C Rocky Hale from El Paso (PCL). Designated LHP Chris Rearick

for assignment.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS — Recalled RHP Rafael Martin and LHP Matt Grace from Syracuse (IL).

FOOTBALL National Football League ATLANTA FALCONS — Signed OL Eric Lefeld.

Waived WR Bernard Reedy.

CAROLINA PANTHERS — Signed QB Derek Anderson to a two-year contract extension.

CHICAGO BEARS — Acquired TE Khari Lee from Houston for a 2017 sixth-round draft pick. Waived TE Blake Annen.

CINCINNATI BENGALS — Placed WR Onterio McCalebb on the reserve/injured list.

NEW YORK GIANTS — Re-signed K Chris Boswell.

OAKLAND RAIDERS — Signed LB Lorenzo Alexander. Waived LB Horace Miller.

Canadian Football League CFL — Fined Winnipeg LB Jamall Westerman for unsportsmanlike conduct; Toronto CB Travis Hawk-

ESKIMOS TRADE The Winnipeg Blue Bombers acquired veteran quarterback Matt Nichols from the Edmonton Eskimos on Wednesday for a conditional seventh-round 2017 draft pick. The six-foot-two, 215-pound Nichols joined Edmonton as a free agent in 2010. He started 12 games with the Eskimos, posting a 5-7 record. All five victories have come this year, as Nichols was 5-2 as the

ins and Ottawa OT Colin Kelly for delivering blows to the head of an opponent in recent games.

EDMONTON ESKIMO — Traded QB Matt Nichols to Winnipeg for a conditional 2017 seventh-round draft pick.

WINNIPEG BLUE BOMBERS — Added RB Chevon Walker to the practice roster.

HOCKEY National Hockey League CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS — Agreed to terms with F Joakim Nordstrom on a one-year contract.

NEW JERSEY DEVILS — Announced the retirement of D Bryce Salvador.

ECHL MANCHESTER MONARCHS — Signed D Mark Adams.

LACROSSE National Lacrosse League BUFFALO BANDITS — Named John Tavares assistant coach.

Eskimos starter in 2015 after incumbent Mike Reilly suffered a knee injury in the club’s season opener. Nichols has completed 270-of-443 passes for 3,386 yards and 19 TD strikes during his CFL career but has also surrendered 18 interceptions. He certainly fills a need for the Bombers (3-6), who’ve dropped two straight since starter Drew Willy suffered a knee injury.

The initial diagnosis was Willy would miss sixto-eight weeks but there’s speculation it could cost him the remainder of the season.

Labour day games important for four teams CFL PICKS

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS The CFL season is only at the halfway point but it’s already crunch time for the Edmonton Eskimos and Toronto Argonauts.

Toronto (6-3) is tied with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (6-3) atop the East Division while Edmonton (6-3) is just two points behind the front-running Calgary Stampeders (7-2) in the West.

Toronto and Edmonton have chances to make hay against their arch rivals with the start of key home-and-home series on Labour Day Monday. The Argos visit the Ticats at Tim Hortons Field while the Eskimos are at McMahon Stadium to face the Stampeders.

Toronto will then entertain Hamilton at Rogers Centre on Sept. 11 before Eskimos face the Stamps at Commonwealth Stadium the following day.

Monday’s contests mark the first time in CFL history Labour Day will feature battles for first in both divisions.

The Labour Day games versus Calgary are especially important for the Eskimos. They were 0-4 last year against the Stampeders, which included a lopsided 43-18 loss in the West Division final.

A Labour Day sweep would not only boost the Eskimos’ confidence but move them atop the West Division and clinch the season series, the first tiebreaker if the two teams finished the season tied. A split would leave the standings unchanged and make the final head-to-head meeting Oct. 10 at McMahon Stadium a big one for both

sides.

Calgary could take command of the West Division with a home-and-home sweep. Overall, Edmonton leads the Labour Day series 29-24-1.

Rookie James Franklin is expected to make a second straight start after completing 29-of-38 passes for 335 yards and a touchdown while running for another in Edmonton’s 38-13 home win over Toronto. On Wednesday, incumbent Mike Reilly (knee) was expected to come off the six-game injured list and veteran backup Matt Nichols was dealt to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers for a conditional 2017 seventh-round draft pick.

Rookie receiver Derel Walker has been sensational for Edmonton with 472 receiving yards in his first three CFL games.

Calgary is the CFL’s hottest team, having won four straight. Grey Cup MVP Bo Levi Mitchell was 19-of-26 passing for 314 yards with two TDs and an interception in a 36-8 win over Winnipeg on Saturday.

It was Mitchell’s fourth 300-yard passing performance in five games.

Mitchell has won 22-of-26 career starts, tying him with the legendary Jackie Parker for the best start to a career by a quarterback.

Calgary’s Eric Rogers is the CFL’s leading receiver (46 catches, 812 yards, seven TDs) and has nine receiving touchdowns in his first 10 career games. That’s second all-time behind Curtis Mayfield, who had 12 TDs in 1994 with the Las Vegas Posse.

Pick — Calgary.

Tanner Marsh starts for Montreal (45) after completing 11-of-18 passes for 99 yards relieving the injured Rakeem Cato against Hamilton. But it was the Als defence that anchored the 26-23 win over the Ticats with six sacks, one pick and two fumble recoveries. B.C. (35) has dropped two straight and faces the unenviable task of having to make the trek cross country.

Pick — Montreal.

Winnipeg Blue Bombers vs.

Saskatchewan Roughriders Sunday afternoon Bob Dyce makes his CFL coaching debut with Saskatchewan (0-9), which fired head coach Corey Chamblin and GM Brendan Taman on Monday.

Dyce, the club’s special-teams co-ordinator, immediately installed rookie Brett Smith as the starter. Chamblin benched Smith after a costly first-half

interception against the Redblacks.

The Riders have won the last 10 Labour Day matchups against Winnipeg (3-6) and 33 of 51 overall.

Pick — Saskatchewan.

Toronto Argonauts vs.

Hamilton Tiger-Cats Monday afternoon It’s an important contest for Toronto (6-3) as Hamilton (6-3) can clinch the season series after winning the first meeting 34-18 at Rogers Centre on Aug. 3. The Ticats had their 10-game win streak at Tim Hortons Field halted last month by Montreal but still lead the overall Labour Day series with Toronto 30-14-1. However the Argos are 5-4-1 in the last 10 meetings.

Pick — Hamilton.

Last week: 2-2.

Overall: 23-17.

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CFL prepares for historic long weekend SECOND HALF OF SEASON HAS POTENTIAL FOR INTERESTING PLAYOFF RUNS

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — CFL commissioner Jeffrey Orridge’s first Labour Day weekend will be a historic one.

On Monday, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (6-3) host the Toronto Argonauts (63) while the Edmonton Eskimos (6-3) face the Calgary Stampeders (7-2). The winners will assume top spot in their respective divisions, the first time in league history Labour Day will feature battles for first in both conferences.

The second half of the season has the potential for some interesting playoff runs. Five of the CFL’s nine teams have records over .500 and in the West the B.C. Lions (3-5) and Winnipeg Blue Bombers (3-6) are tied for the third and final playoff spot. Even the Saskatchewan Roughriders (0-9) remain in playoff contention despite suffering six losses by four points or less.

The Montreal Alouettes (4-5) are last in the East Division but just two points behind third-place Ottawa (5-4) and four behind Hamilton and Toronto.

On Friday night, the Als snapped the Ticats’ 10-game win streak at Tim Hortons Field.

Amazingly, a whopping 63 per cent of CFL games this season have been decided in the final three minutes.

“Parity in the league and that unpredictability all lend to this kind of unprecedented excitement,” Orridge told The Canadian Press on Tuesday.

“The fact that everybody has something at stake keeps viewers glued to their televisions, iPads and smartphones.

“It also keeps them continuing to come to the stadium and enjoying that experience because it’s a ride from beginning to the very end.”

Orridge, 54, assumed the commissioner’s job April 29. The New York native immediately became a trailblazer as the first black commissioner among North America’s top five pro sports organizations — the CFL, NFL, NBA, NHL and Major League Baseball.

Since becoming the CFL’s 13th commissioner, Orridge has overseen the extension of the league’s TV deal with TSN through 2021, the naming of Shaw Communications as the presenting sponsor of this year’s Grey Cup, the sale of the Toronto Argonauts and the severing of the CFL’s partnership with the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sports to administrate its drug policy.

But Orridge said his biggest surprise has been Saskatchewan’s struggles. On Monday night, head coach Corey Chamblin and GM/vice-president of football operations Brendan Taman were fired

a day after a humiliating 35-13 road loss to the Ottawa Redblacks.

Special-teams coach Bob Dyce takes over as head coach while assistant GM Jeremy O’Day will assume Taman’s positions. Both appointments are on an interim basis.

“Who would’ve predicted that?” Orridge said. “They (Riders) have a storied history of putting great teams on the field and having major success . . . but you never know and once again it’s unpredictability of the season.

“More than half of the games they’ve lost have been by four points or less . . . we could be having a different conversation if the ball had bounced in a different way.”

Penalties were up substantially to start the season as teams adjusted to off-season rule changes aimed at boosting offence and scoring. Converts went back 20 yards to the 32 while two-point attempts moved up two yards to the three-yard line.

Also, defensive backs could no longer contact receivers more than five yards downfield and on punts the five interior linemen on the kicking team couldn’t leave the line of scrimmage until the ball was kicked.

The changes seem to have worked as Orridge said scoring has increased by almost 10 per cent. Defences have

BASKETBALL

Canada routs Cuba at Olympic qualifying tournament MEXICO CITY — Andrew Wiggins and Nik Stauskas each had 15 points to lead Canada to a 101-59 rout of Cuba on Wednesday at the FIBA Americas men’s basketball championship.

A day after losing their tournament opener to Argentina, the Canadians came back with a complete team effort to book a spot in the second round.

Canada got a huge contribution from its bench, with Brady Heslip and

also got in the act, scoring 22 TDs thus far.

“I couldn’t have predicted this kind of parity,” Orridge said. “The rule changes are exciting and innovative but they’ve prompted the game to be more fun-filled and entertaining.

“We didn’t know what impact these rule changes would actually have but so far so good. It has been stellar.”

Youth is also being served at quarterback, with Calgary’s Bo Levi Mitchell and Hamilton’s Zach Collaros — who led their clubs to last year’s Grey Cup game — both having solid sophomore campaigns. And injuries to veterans Mike Reilly (knee), Ricky Ray (shoulder), Darian Durant (Achilles), Kevin Glenn (chest), Jonathan Crompton (shoulder) and Dan LeFevour (shoulder) have given youngsters James Franklin, Brett Smith, Trevor Harris and Rakeem Cato the opportunity to play and shine.

“It’s really exciting,” Orridge said.

“There’s a recognition we go a lot deeper than the starters.

“I think it’s important to understand we have incredible talent within this league and the fact that given the opportunity emerging talent will certainly shine. Youth, enthusiasm, energy and talent and skills are really rising to the top right now.”

Dwight Powell scoring 12 and 10 points respectively and Aaron Doornekamp pulling down a game-high nine rebounds.

Wiggins, a member of the Minnesota Timberwolves and the NBA’s rookie of the year last season, added six rebounds and two blocks. Stauskas, a guard with the Philadelphia 76ers, added six rebounds and four assists.

Starting point guard Cory Joseph, a recent addition to the Toronto Raptors, had a team-high six assists for Canada while adding six points and four rebounds. Backup Philip Scrubb came through with nine points, five rebounds and five assists.

Jasiel Rivero had a game-high 20 points for Cuba (0-3).

Canada’s next game is Thursday against Venezuela.

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Eugenie Bouchard returns a shot to Polona Hercog, of Slovenia, during the second round of the U.S. Open Wednesday, in New York.

Bouchard, Raonic advance to third round at U.S. Open

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS NEW YORK — Milos Raonic was lying prone on the court while a trainer put the tennis star through a series of stretches.

He had tore through the opening set of his secondround match at the U.S. Open when a troublesome back injury caught up with him. For a while, the 10th seed wondered if he’d be able to finish the match.

Raonic rebounded and toughed out a 6-2, 6-4, 6-7 (5), 7-6 (1) win over Spain’s Fernando Verdasco on Wednesday to advance to the third round of the final Grand Slam of the season.

Later, Raonic was joined in the third round by fellow Canadian Eugenie Bouchard, who downed Polona Hercog of Slovenia 6-3, 6-7 (2), 6-3.

Raonic needed just 26 minutes to win the first set.

But it soon became clear 24-year-old from Thornhill, Ont., who has battled injuries this season, was playing in discomfort.

He received treatment during a medical timeout in the second set and also received massages during some of the changeovers.

“There were sometimes doubts, should I keep going or not,” Raonic said. “The worst part was it was sort of getting worse and worse.

“It is what it is. Deal with it and move on.”

He was able to fight through the injuries and, after dropping his first set of the tournament in the third, cruised to an easy win in the fourth-set tiebreak.

Raonic fired 18 aces to Verdasco’s 16 and broke the Spaniard on three of seven chances while saving all four break points he faced.

“When I saw that I was able to hold serve, I guess I was always going to give myself some kind of a chance,” Raonic said.

He said doctors have told him his recent discomfort is unrelated to the foot injury that kept him out of the French Open earlier this year.

Raonic will face another Spaniard, 18th-seed Feliciano Lopez, in the third round. Lopez advanced with a five-set victory over Mardy Fish in what turned out to be the last match of the veteran American’s career. Fish said he would retire after the U.S. Open.

In men’s doubles, Toronto’s Daniel Nestor and Edouard Roger-Vasselin of France dropped Australia’s Chris Guccione and Andre Sa of Brazil 6-4, 6-4 to advance to the second round. Meanwhile, Vasek Pospisil of Vernon, B.C., and American Jack Sock fell 6-4, 6-7 (10), 5-7 to Argentina’s Leonardo Mayer and Joao Sousa of Portugal.

Bouchard had 14 break-point chances against Hercog, converting seven of them. But she also saved just four of the nine break points she faced.

“I tried to put on more pressure because I felt like that’s when I did the best,” said Bouchard. “Try to attack her backhand a bit more, put more pressure on the second serve, but I think in general I actually returned well on the first and second.”

Bouchard will face Slovakia’s Dominika Cibulkova in the third round.

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The final First Friday Patio Party for the season is going to take you on a trip through Western Canada’s history while floating through many genres of music. Local up and coming band The Well Witchers will start the show off with some great originals from their new album. They’ll be followed by The Coal Creek Boys. Last year the Ross Street Patio Party was rocked by St. James’ Gate, shown above.

CALENDAR THE NEXT SEVEN DAYS

Friday ● First Friday’s lineup on Sept. 4 includes: Prairie Circus Series: Figurative Works by Dawn Saunders-Dahl from 6 to 8 p.m. at Kiwanis Gallery at Red Deer Public Library Downtown Branch; On My Way by Christine Karron from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Olive; Splashes of Colour by Red Deer Art Club at Corridor Community Gallery at Red Deer Recreation Centre from 4 to 6 p.m.; Flower Talk — Full Bloom by Jeri Lyn Ing from 4 to 6 p.m. at Coconut Room at Sunworks; Distorted Contradictions by Jim Westergard from 6 to 8 p.m. at the white gallery, main floor Sunworks. ● Summer Cinema Series free outdoor movie will be on Friday, Sept. 4, 8:15 p.m. with the film Tomorrowland at Centennial Park in Sylvan Lake. ● Red Deer Aboriginal Employment Services provides assistance to Aboriginal people including resumes, cover letters, research, and job postings. For more information call 403-358-7734 or drop in to #202, 4909 48 Street, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., closed noon to 1 p.m. or see www.rdaes.com ● Lacombe Farmers Market will be held at the Lacombe Arena parking lot on Fridays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. until Oct. 9. Features homemade baking, breads, fruit and vegetables when in season, crafts, jewelry, woodwork, honey, eggs, meats, jams, and much more. Phone 403-782-4772, or 403877-1280.

Saturday ● Lego Builders Saturdays meet at Dawe Branch of Red Deer Public Library from 12:30 to 2 p.m. on Sept. 5, Oct. 3, and Nov. 7. Children ages six and up are invited to participate in a free Lego build activity. Children under six may attend with an adult. ● Quilting 101 for beginners to complete a quilt top will be offered on Sept. 5, 12, 19, and 26 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Dawe Branch of Red Deer Public Library. There will be homework in order to complete a quilt top by month end. Pre-registration is required as the class size is limited to 10 participants. Email Tatiana at ttilly@rdpl.org. The supply list will be emailed to registered participants who will be responsible to bring the supplies to the class. ● Open House and reunion for The Stettler Branch of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, in celebration of more than 50 years in service. On Sept. 5, a public open house goes from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and a full weekend of events is scheduled for past and present members. For more information, visit the Stettler Branch Reunion Facebook page or contact Guy at 403-7420592. ● Popcorn for Parkinson’s Fundraiser will be held on Sept. 5 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Kernel Bliss Trailer at Red Deer Market. All profits will be donated to

Parkinson Alberta Step ‘n Stride Walk. Phone 403-346-4463. ● Good Sam Travelling Club breakfast is held on the first Saturday of every month at Albert’s Family Restaurant and Lounge in Co-op mall downtown Red Deer at 8:45 a.m.

Those interested in having fun and camping are invited to call Roy at 403-346-8546, or Roberta at 403-391-6557 and join the fun. ● Sierra of Taylor Drive Music Jam is held the first Saturday of every month from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Everyone welcome to play an instrument, dance or simply listen to the music. Next jam session is Sept. 5. Each session $2. Phone Chris at 403-341-3385.

Monday ● The Red Deer and District Labour Council will host a barbecue on Sept. 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 51 Street between 49 and 50 Avenues. The free event offers hamburgers and hotdogs as well as face painting and entertainment. Event will move indoors to the Potters Hands Soup Kitchen if poor weather. Call 403-341-4868 for more details. ● Ellis Bird Farm regular hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday and holiday Mondays. See, www.ellisbirdfarm.ca, or call 403-885-4477, 403-346-2211. Terre It Up Catering with Blake and Pavla are back at the Tea House offering delicious entrees, ice cream, treats and much more. Tea House reservations can be made by calling 403-5864547. Final day of the season is Sept. 7. ● Spruce View Country Market is held Mondays, 4 to 7 p.m. at the Spruce View Community Hall with the final sale on Sept. 7.

Explore the specialty foods, produce, flowers, meat, clothing and more offered by over 45 vendors. for more information, call Rhona at 403-728-3709. ● Danish Canadian National Museum now open for summer 2015 season until Sept.

7, Thursday to Monday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Located at RR 31, 700 m south of four-way stop at Dickson. Phone 403-728-0019.

Tuesday ● Red Deer Public Library branches have many drop in programs for preschool children and their parents and caregivers. See www.rdpl.org, or contact your local branch.

Programs begin week of Sept. 8. ● International Literacy Day Open House will be celebrated on Sept. 8 at Red Deer Public Library Dawe Branch from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and will feature a presentation by Michael Dawe. Learn about RDPL’s numerous literacy enhancing programs and resources. ● The Central Alberta Mopar Association (CAMA) Car Club meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Humpty’s Classic Restaurant in Gasoline Alley, next Sept. 8. Admirers and owners of Chrysler family vehicles are welcome. Yearly

membership is $20 for new members and $15 for current members. For more information contact Glen at 403-318-8388 or visit centralalbertamopar.com ● Writers’ Ink — Red Deer and District Writers’ group for authors of all genres 18 years and older — meets every Tuesday, 7 to 9 p.m., year round at Sunnybrook Farm Museum. First three visits free. Small membership and drop in fees apply. Call Carol at 403-350-7480 and email to studio2@telus.net for more information. ● CrossRoads Church Seniors Gems monthly luncheon is offered on the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 2 p.m. in the Chapel. All seniors invited. The cost is $8 at the door. Phone 403-347-6425. On Sept. 8, enjoy special speaker and music. ● Penhold Market Summer Market continues through September on Tuesdays, 4 to 8 p.m. at the Penhold Multiplex. For more details or to book a table, call Michael at 403886-3264, email thependholdmarket@gmail. com or find them on Facebook. ● Downtown Cruise Night will be held on Sept. 8 from 6 to 9 p.m. on Alexander Way (48 Street). Phone 403-340-8696.

Wednesday ● Art and More at Dawe Branch of Red Deer Public Library goes Sept. 9 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. for children ages seven and up.

On Sept. 9, the theme is zentangle. ● Cartoon-Off: Improv Cartooning for Adults is an opportunity to meet other cartoonists and bring Station Eleven, the graphic novel inside of Emily St. John Mandel’s apocalyptic novel, to life. Event takes place on Sept. 9 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Red Deer Public Library Timberlands Branch. All abilities welcome. ● Red Deer Legion Old-Time Dance with Allsorts is on Sept. 9 at 7 p.m. Cost is $7, or $13.95 with buffet starting at 5 p.m. Phone 403-342-0035. ● Find your stride program, offered

by Alberta Health Services, supports active, healthy living, with group sessions held once a week. Each session includes walking, running and stretching as well as discussions on topics for healthy living. The Red Deer program goes on Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. from Sept. 9 to Oct. 28 at the Bremner Ave. Community Health Centre. To learn more or to register call 1-855-943-6718. ● International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day will be commemorated with a barbecue and more on Sept. 9 at The Hub on Ross from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Volunteers needed. For more information call 403-342-7499. ● Boomtown Trail Cowboy Church meets the second and last Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Elnora Drop In Centre. Cowboy boots and hats welcome.

Next dates are Sept. 9 and 30. For more information, call 403-749-3361. ● The Ladies of the Sunnybrook Farm Museum present Lunch at the Farm between noon and 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept.

9. Relax in the 1889 Hanna Log House and enjoy lunch including home-made pie with ice cream and musical entertainment, followed by a guided wagon ride tour. The cost is $10 per person. Drop-ins welcome, larger groups should reserve a table by calling 403-340-511 or email sbfs@shaw.ca. ● Daytime Documentaries will be held

on the second Wednesday of each month from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Snell Auditorium at Red Deer Public Library Downtown Branch.

The documentary film Island of Lemurs: Madagascar will be shown on Sept. 9, followed by a library staff facilitated discussion. Free.

Those planning to bring groups, or for more information, phone Donna Stewart or Priscilla at 403-346-2100. ● Central Alberta Photographic Society (CAPS) meets the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 6:45 p.m. at Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. and socializing hour will be held following the meeting. First meeting is Sept. 9. Non-members welcome to attend a no-obligation meeting and decide if they want to join for a modest fee. Contact Leo at 403-748-3666 or go online to www.centralalbertaphotographicsociety.com for more information.

Thursday ● Thursday Story Fun at Parkland Mall presents Jungle Fun on Sept. 10 from 10 to 11 a.m. Enjoy free snacks, stories, puppet shows and songs for toddlers and children up five years of age with their adults. Presented by Red Deer Public Library. ● Red Deer Area Hikers meet on Sept.

10 at the Golden Circle west side parking lot at 8:45 a.m. to depart at 9 a.m. for an 11 km hike at Gull Lake West. Hike will be cancelled if weather unsuitable. Cook out. Phone Mavis at 403-343-0091, or Sharon at 403-340-2497. ● United Way’s 2015 Kick Off Luncheon will take place Sept. 10 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Sheraton Red Deer Hotel.

Tickets are $50 each, or $400 for a corporate table of eight. Be sure to wear red to show your support. Order tickets online at www. caunitedway.ca or call at 403-343-3900. ● St. Leonard’s on the Hill will hold an online auction to raise funds for an parishioner whose son has been diagnosed with Aplastic Anemia and is awaiting a bone marrow transplant. Online auction will run from Sept. 10 to Oct. 10. For information on the auction, contact Krista at 403-346-6769. To book an appointment at the honour blood donor clinic in Liam’s name, to be held on Sept.

10 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., call 403-309-3378. ● Double Tree Village Museum is located 10 km west of Spruce View, on Hwy 54 then turn north on RR 41 and follow the signs. The museum is open by chance or phone 403-728-3875 or 403-396-3545 year round. Take a wagon or sleigh ride pulled by Belgian Draft horses and enjoy the Danish historic homestead. The museum is a village with 25 homes and businesses of the past, with a picnic area and fire pit available to the public. Miniature horses and heritage chickens are also ready to view. Winner or Red Deer County Beautification Award, Red Deer County Heritage Award. School classes, bus tours, families, groups welcome. Visit www. doubletreevillage.com or email dbltreevillagegem@telus.net. ● Red Deer Legion Branch #35 offers karaoke at Molly B’s Pub on Thursdays at 7 p.m., and wing night on Thursdays from 5 to 10 p.m. Phone 403-342-0035. ● Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre dance, Sept. 10, 7 to 10 p.m. at the seniors’ centre. Dance to the music of Black Velvet. Admission is $7. Phone 403-3476165, 403-342-2875, or 403-341-4672.

Listings open to cultural/non-profit groups. Fax: 341-6560; phone: 314-4325; e-mail: editorial@reddeeradvocate.com by noon Thursday for insertion following Thursday.

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REGISTRATIONS LOCAL EVENTS AND ORGANIZATIONS p.m. at the Sylvan Lake Community Centre.

Session one is on the importance of caregivers and resources; session two is presented by a panel of representatives to discuss the process required to make supportive living arrangements in Central Alberta. Cost is $10 per session and $10 for supper. Register by Sept. 23 by calling Maryan at 403-887-5428. ● Weber Physio Harvest Run will be held on Sept. 13 featuring three km walk/run, and eight km along Maskepetoon trails. See www.harvestrun2015.eventbrite.ca ● Innisfail and District Historical Village Fall Festival and Art Walk goes on Sept. 12 from noon to 6 p.m. Tickets are $10 for the dinner and must be purchased before the event. Call 403-227-2906. ● Wing Fest, sponsored by the Rotaract Club, needs volunteers on Sept. 19 for one of two shifts, 3 to 8 p.m. or clean up shift from 7 to midnight. Volunteers are asked to wear jeans and black shirts and to buy tickets for the event if you want to taste the wings. To volunteer, call Erica at 403-849-0868 or email rotaractclubofreddeer@gmail.com Tickets for Wing Fest which takes place on Ross Street between Little Gaetz and 40h Ave., are $35 and include entrance to beer gardens, two dozen wings, a complimentary beverage and a ballot to vote for Best Overall Restaurant.

Tickets can be purchased online at http:// rotaractreddeerwingfest.ticketleap.com/wingfest-2015/ ● Light the Night Volunteers are needed to kick off the Christmas Season on Nov. 21 with the lighting of City Hall Park, the lighting of the tree, visits with Santa, a winter market, children’s activities and many more events.

About 75 volunteers are required. Contact Peter by email at peter.mcgee@reddeer.ca or call 403-348-5078. ● Alberta Youth Pheasant program will start another year of firearm safety, target shooting, and pheasant hunting for kids 12 to 20. This is a full day in September, of shotgun handling and clay bird shooting followed by a hunt for pheasants with trained hunting dogs.

No charge for Fish and Game members; $10 insurance fee for non-members. Space is limited so register early by calling Doug at 403347-7968 or email dwwood@xplorenet.com ● We Care — We Ride, in support of the Central Alberta Pregnancy Care Centre, takes place on Sept. 12. This motorcycle ride starts with registration and breakfast at 8 a.m.

Bethany Baptist Church in Red Deer followed by a scavenger hunt ride, a show and shine and barbecue in Rocky Mountain House.

Entry fees are $50 per rider and $35 per passenger. Contact 403-343-1611 or visit www. pregancycare.ca for forms and information. ● Bring back the fun dinner and dance goes on Sept. 18 at the Innisfail Legion Auditorium featuring the music of Randy Hillman and Jukebox Rock. Dancing starts at 5 p.m. followed by dinner at 6 p.m. with more dancing until midnight. Dinner and dance costs $35; dance only is $20. For tickets of information call Doug at 403-728-3333, Jim at 403887-7850 or email townandcountrydance@ airenet.com ● Red Deer College School of Creative Arts presents their 2015-2016 season of performances, concerts, screenings and exhibitions. Individual programs can be found at www.rdc.ab.ca/showtime — purchase tickets online at www.bkticketcentre.ca or by calling 403-755-6626. ● Simply Homemade — a show for local small business companies — will be offered on Sept. 27, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Radisson Hotel. Market your unique products be becoming a vendor at this showcase event.

Admission is $7, with a portion going towards the Red Deer and District SPCA. For details, email adelle@zelooevents.ca or call 403-8897665. ● Fright Night at the Site presents Halloween fun at Rocky Mountain National Historic Site, Oct. 9, 10, 16 and 18. The gate for this PG13 event opens at 7 and trail walks begin at 7:30 p.m. For tickets — $15 in advance or $20 at the gate if any are left— phone 403845-6680. ● Run with Heart Glow Run will be held on Oct. 17 starting at 7 p.m. This is a family fun run of 5 or 10 km, in the dark along some of the flatter trails of Red Deer. Wear bright, elaborate and colourful clothing to have fun while raising funds for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Registration fee is $50 online at events.runningroom.com ● Modern Western Square Dance lessons run on Mondays and Wednesday, Sept.

14 to Dec. 2 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Clearview Community Centre. First lesson is free; cost for 10 weeks is $120 per person.

Call Connie at 403-396-1523 to find out more. ● Albertans are invited to go online or attend public session to share their ideas on how the province can do its part to address the global issue of climate change. Get involved by going to alberta.ca/climate-leadership.cfm for links to the survey and public sessions. ● Yoga Alliance of Red Deer (YARD) registration is open now for the fall session.

Classes run Sept. 6 to Dec. 20 Yard offers a variety of classes and styles for all levels.

Visit www.reddeeryoga.ca, phone 403-3505830 or email info@reddeeryoga.ca. ● Rock and Roll Dance Party sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary, will take over the Red Deer Legion on Sept. 18, 8:00 p.m. Cost is $15 and includes food and fun. Wear your best rock and roll clothes and dance to Triple Nickel. Tickets available in advance only at Legion reception. ● Art of Friendship is a program for those who feel lonely or isolated and need to

brush up on their friendship skills. The course will be offered by the Canadian Mental Health Association for eight weeks starting Sept.

17 and runs weekly on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Canadian Mental Health Office, 5017 50 Ave. The nigh time course runs on Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m. at Dawe Branch of Red Deer Public Library. There is a $25 cost for materials; financial assistance may be available. For information see www. reddeer.cmha.ca Participants must speak with staff prior to enrollment at 403-342-2266. ● Eckville Country Gospel Weekend is set to go on Sept. 11 to 13 at the Eckville Community Centre. Friday night concerts run from 5:30 to 9:15 p.m., Saturday from 1 to 9:30 p.m. and Sunday worship starts at 9 a.m. with music at 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. More than 18 gospel groups are scheduled to perform. Admission is $20 per day, $30 for full weekend and free for children 15 and under.

Call Jim at 403-391-1397. ● Multi Church Seniors Luncheon will be offered at Living Stones Church on Sept.

23, 11:30 a.m. Tickets are $10 at the door.

Guest singer is Lisa Ellerby-Boomer. ● Harvard Historical Aviation Society will hold their supper, silent auction and speaker on Sept. 12 at the former Officers mess in Springbrook. Doors open at 5 p.m. with supper at 6, followed by Dr. Stephane Guevremont, who will present at talk on the History of the Japanese Kamikaze. Tickets are $60 per person in advance from Jodi at 403-358-8278 or Gary at 403-597-4187. ● Hard of Hearing Support Group meets the second Friday of each month from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. at abc Country Restaurant.

Discuss the highs and lows and laughs of living with hearing loss on Sept. 11. No charge, but please RSVP to speakupcentralalberta@ gmail.com, 403-356-1598. ● Pork Roast Supper at Senior Citizens Downtown House is on Sept. 18 at 5:30 p.m.

Cost is $15 in advance. Call 403-346-4043. ● Shalom Counselling Centre Fall FriendRaiser is on Oct. 3. Shalom is looking for volunteers. Helpers are required before as well as on the day and during the event.

Email bonnie@shalomcounselling.com or call Bonnie at 403-342-0339 for more details. ● Let’s Talk About the Arts — a lecture series on literature, music, visual and the performing arts presented by Friends of the Red Deer Public Library. On Sept. 15 series features Claude Lapalme, music director of the Red Deer Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are $10 each, available at any branch. ● Reading Tails is a six-week program for children ages six to 12 who would like to practice reading skills with a trained therapy dog and its handler at Red Deer Library Downtown Branch. For more information or to register contact 403-346-4688 or email lgrimes@rdpl.org. ● Red Deer Public Library’s book clubs talk about Station Eleven at various dates at each branch. Join the casual conversation and enjoy drinks and snacks. Any Book Club will meet at Timberlands Branch on Sept. 14,

7 p.m. Fireside Readers Book Club will meet on Sept. 16 at 6:30 p.m. Cover 2 Cover Book Club will meet Sept. 21 , 6:30 p.m. Online discussion will be at #RDReads. ● Tech Help Time is offered Wednesdays from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Level 2 at Red Deer Public Library Downtown Branch. Bring your device and get help. ● One-on-One Computer Instruction for Seniors is available through the Red Deer Public Library. Learn to use a laptop, eBook reader, or other devices. Contact Tatiana at 403-755-1143 to arrange an appointment. ● Red Deer Public Library is seeking enthusiastic college and high school students to volunteer as Reading Pals with elementary school students in Grades 1 to 6 who are struggling with reading and/or writing. College and high school students will work with one student for two one-hour sessions per week for a three week period at the Dawe Library.

To find out more contact Lucinda at 403-3093488, readingpals@rdpl.org. ● Adult Literacy Program needs volunteers who will be trained to work one-on-one with adults seeking help with basic literacy, math, or English as a Second Language. For details, contact 403-346-2533, or adultlit@ rdpl.org. ● Let’s Talk About The Arts lecture series at Red Deer Public Library presents Symphonic Music in Alberta with Maestro Claude Lepalme of Red Deer Symphony Orchestra on Sept. 15, 7 to 8:15 p.m. in Snell Auditorium of Red Deer Public Library Downtown Branch. Tickets are $10 each and are available at any branch of the library. ● Alberta Health Services offers free Infant Nutrition Classes in Central Alberta.

Dietitians will answer questions about introducing solids and textures to infants, and more. Parents encouraged to bring babies to class. To find out more, contact local your local Community Health Centre. Phone 403356-6300, or 403-341-2100. ● Alberta Society of Fiddlers Family Dance/Jam will be featured at First Christian Reformed Church Social Hall from 7 to 10 p.m. on Oct. 24. Admission is $10 per adult or $20 per family. Contact Art at 403-886-4609 for details. ● Masquerade Ministries presents Unmasked — a celebration and discovery into the dynamics of domestic abuse — on Sept.

11, 6:30 to 9 p.m. at First Church or the Nazarene. There will be a silent auction, followed by presentation of music, guest speaker Justin Flunder, president of Flundonian Group, and Masquerade Ministry founders Roy and Tiffany Mitton. Also Dora, from the first season and Christmas special of Master Chef Canada will have a selection desserts to enjoy at the event. Contact 403-352-9273, masqueradeministries@gmail.com. ● Green Energy Doors Open annual showcase is Oct. 3, and hosted by City of Red Deer. Innovators of green energy sought to show case their efforts at a one-day sustainability show and tell. For information and to submit to the event, visit www.gedo.ca.

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● Lace Up with Team Diabetes for a run or walk on Sept. 19 at 8 a.m. and help raise money for The Canadian Diabetes Association. Register, $10, by email to jackiemorrison@diabetes.ca ● Lacombe Dance Lessons, both social and choreographed ballroom dancing including basic Cha Cha, will be offered on Thursdays starting Sept. 24 from 7 to 8:30 at the Kozy Korner. Lessons are sponsored by the Lacombe Round Dance Club for $60 per couple. Call Cliff at 403-782-4094 for details and registration. ● Central Alberta Safe Harbour Society for Health and Housing will hold it annual general meeting and barbecue on Sept. 18, 4:30 p.m. at Fort Normandeau. RSVP by calling 403-347-0181 or email reception@ safeharboursociety.org ● Class of 1970 Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High School 45 year reunion will be held on Sept. 11 and 12 starting with a meet and greet event on Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. and continuing on Sept. 12 with a guided walking tour of downtown Red Deer followed by an evening banquet. Call 403-343-6547. ● Central Alberta Historical Society general meeting will take place on Sept. 16, 5 p.m. Pioneer Lodge followed by a fall supper and guest speaker Rob Porkka with a talk on World War I Remembered. Tickets are $25 for members and $30 for non-members.

To find out more, contact Faye at 403-3431881. ● Stettler Old Tyme Dance is held on the third Thursday of every month from Sept. to June at The Hub upstairs at Stettler Recreation Centre. Live bands each time. Dance from 5 to 6 p.m. and 7 to 10 p.m. Hot supper from 6 to 7 p.m. Tickets at the door cost $20 per person, $10 for dance only, $14 for supper only. Phone 403-742-5640. All ages welcome. On Sept. 17 dance to Ralph and Friends. ● Sundre Snake Hill Slam 5-km Obstacle Race takes place on Sept. 19 and is a fundraiser for Greenwood Neighbourhood Place and Sundre Call to Action. Runners, volunteers and sponsors are sought to participate in team challenges, family participation, don costumes, and more. Sign up as an individual or in a team of four. Cost is $30 for adults or $20 for youth ages 18 years and under, and includes event T-shirt, water bottle and finishing prize. Snake Hill Mini Slam Obstacle Race for kids will be offered free of charge. Battle of the Bands is a new event on the main stage. See www.snakehillslam, contact 403-638-1011, kim@mygnp.org. ● Red Deer Scottish Dancers will host a Ceildh — an evening of family friendly Scottish music and dancing — Sept. 11 at Pidhernery Curling Centre. This family friendly event goes from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Tickets at the door cost $5 and free for children 12 years and under. Cash bar. Contact Lily at 403-343-0975 or Donna at 403-346-4938. ● Red Deer Action Group is seeking volunteer board members to keep programs running. Volunteers should be willing to commit to two hours per month. See www.rdactiongroup.ca, or phone Lorrain403-343-1198 to find out more. ● Earl’s MS Golf Classic takes place Sept. 14 at the Red Deer Golf and Country Club. Check in at 8 a.m., tee off at 9:30 a.m.

Registration $250 per golfer or register for free with a minimum of $250 in fundraising.

For details see www.msgolf.ca or contact info@mssociety.ca. ● Nominations are open for the Stars of Alberta Volunteer Awards. Deadline for nominations is Sept. 15 with the awards to be presented in December. For criteria and nomination for, go to www.culture.ab/community events ● Central Alberta Brain Injury Society (CABIS) is seeking a volunteer familiar with accounting to serve as Treasurer on the Board of Directors. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month, (except July and August) at 5:30 p.m. at the CABIS office. CABIS provides support, information, advocacy and social events for people with brain injuries, their family and caregivers. Call CABIS at 403-341-3463 for more information. ● Parkinson Alberta Flexxaire Step ‘N Stride Walk will take place on Sept. 12 at Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre. Registration is at 9 a.m., and the walk is at 10:30 a.m. There will be a free family picnic, prizes, silent auction and more. Register online at parkinsonalberta.ca. Contact Moira at 403346-4463 for more information. ● Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation invites anyone expecting bone and joint surgery to make contact with local volunteers for peer support. The Ortho Connect program helps ease the fear, stress, and anxiety that go along with bone surgery and help patients prepare. Call Laurlee at 1-800-461-3639, ext.

4. ● Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories Red Deer and Central Alberta office offers support groups in various communities for those who care for, or offer support to family members with Alzheimer disease and related dementia, to rejuvenate, learn new information, share experiences, and more. Phone 403-342-0448 to find out more. ● Otis’ Extreme Home Makeover at Medicine River Wildlife Centre crowdfunding campaign is now on at Indiegogo to rebuild the wildlife hospital. See www.medicineriverwildlifecentre.ca or contact Carol at 403-728-3467. ● Where Do We Go From Here? — a symposium in celebration of National Seniors Day, will be held on Oct. 7, 4:30 to 8:30

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Cut through the NSAID confusion News about the Food and Drug Administration warning that NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) can be heart-risky has made lots of you worried about taking those pain-relieving pills for everything from a once-in-awhile headache or sore muscles to chronic arthritis pain. Here’s the detailed scoop you’ve been asking for, so you can stay safe and pain-free.

It’s true. NSAIDs — those ache-reducing drugs that include over-the-counter ibuprofen and naproxen as well as prescription versions like celecoxib (Celebrex), oxaprozin (Daypro) and diclofenac (Cataflam, Voltaren etc.) — can increase your risk for heart attack, stroke or heart failure. Studies actually have been shining a light on this serious side effect for about 15 years now.

There seem to be two reasons why these meds are risky: First, they reduce painful inflammation by inhibiting an enzyme called COX-2. But COX-2 also is beneficial; it relaxes arteries and discourages blood platelets from forming clots. So dialing down this enzyme’s activities can increase blood pressure and the risk for clots.

Second, NSAIDs interfere with the heart-and brain-protecting action of daily, low-dose aspirin.

NSAIDs block aspirin’s ability to reduce the risk of blood clots that can lead to heart attacks and strokes.

We’ll know more about the safest NSAID doses when results are released next year from a study of 24,000 people taking NSAIDs regularly. In the meantime, these strategies can keep you comfortable while keeping your risks low: Try aspirin. If your doctor says you’re not at risk for gastrointestinal bleeding or ulcers, try taking the dose recommended on the package with a half-glass

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DRS. OZ AND ROIZEN of warm water before and after. (Warm water helps dissolve the pills faster, decreasing chances for damage to your stomach lining and intestines.) That’s how we take daily, low-dose aspirin (two 81-mg aspirin, a total of 162 mg per day). Having your aspirin with a meal also may help.

Studies show that if you’re at high risk, low-dose aspirin can cut your chances for a first heart attack by at least 22 percent and at the same time lower risk for blood-clot triggered strokes (the most common kind) and for the leg pain associated with peripheral artery disease.

Aspirin also reduces by up to 40 per cent the risk and severity of cancer of the bladder, colon, breast, esophagus, kidneys, lungs, pancreas, prostate and stomach. If you need to take another nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory pain reliever (like ibuprofen), do it 24 hours before or after your aspirin.

Think low-dose/shortest time. If you really need an NSAID, go with the smallest dose for the shortest period of time. We think that means the occasional dose may be OK for most people ... but read on for an important warning.

At risk for a heart attack or stroke? Think twice about NSAIDs. The FDA says risk for problems is higher in people who already have heart disease or those who have high LDL cholesterol, high blood pressure or other issues, like diabetes. It’s also risky if you have already had a cardiovascular “event” — say, a heart attack. In one study, heart-attack survivors who took NSAIDs were more likely to die in the next year than those who didn’t.

Find ways to ease arthritis pain, headaches and sore muscles without taking NSAIDs. Research shows that physical activity can slash aches and prevent worsening problems for many people. So try the Arthritis Foundation’s “Arthritis Self Help” program (at www.arthritis.org), proven to reduce pain by 20 per cent. Practise stress reduction with mindful meditation; it really does work.

Rely on warm Epsom salt baths for sore muscles.

Eat an anti-inflammatory diet that includes lots of fruits, veggies and good fats.

Try a topical pain-reliever or acupuncture.

Creams and gels that contain capsaicin (derived from red peppers) can reduce joint pain 40 per cent if used regularly. If you need more help, ask your doc about NSAID creams or gels, which ease pain for about 60 per cent of those who try them. Acupuncture works for some of these conditions as well.

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A little self-betterment for your plate As summer slips away I hear the in- eat fast food, smoke cigarettes, and ternal dialogue of guilt amongst many. drink alcohol daily who live to be 100, I ate this. I drank that. healthy and happy.

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cancer.

And so our choices I’ve come to believe should never be a “should”.

Allowing yourself to go through the motions of allowing yourself to consume whatever you wish is an important one. I believe we should always feel our actions are out of desire not obligation. This can be tricky for some who want to make better choices and are trapped in the struggles of poor choices.

But with the acceptance of even poor choices you can give yourself more of an honest approach in your desired outcomes.

It is important to reflect on your own choices often. Ask yourself how you want to feel.

What kind of life do you wish to lead? Why do you feel the need to toxify your body would be the first question, without judging yourself for doing so.

Understanding there is always an underlying emotional component is important.

And without judgement towards yourself in any capacity, decide on an honest answer.

Throughout the day, reflect on your

choices. Have acceptance of every choice you make. For some this is the hardest part. Acceptance of self leads to accountability of choices. Rather than feelings of guilt, we should be feeling feelings of freedom to choose that which we wish. Every day a new day to create anew.

In order for some self betterment, we must first feel the feelings of inspiration! Inspired to make a choice that will bring us a desired result. A result beyond the feelings of the nonresults that we have been getting. Set an intention for yourself for the fall.

A workout intention, an intention to prepare more of your own food. The bottom line is this is our life to feel our best.

To live our truth. To wake up and enjoy the benefits that a healthy lifestyle can bring. To take in the self betterment of our plates out of choice and excitement for the results that will unfold. A true feeling of contentment and wellbeing.

Kristin Fraser, BSc, is a holistic nutritionist and local freelance writer. Her column appears every second Thursday.

She can be reached at kristin@somethingtochewon.ca.

Maintaining good nutrition means drinking lots of water If you’ve been reading about how to improve your nutrition plan, chances are good you have a handle on carbs, proteins, fats, and calories.

But, one often left out topic in good nutrition is that of hydration. More importantly, water.

Many people are walking around in a chronically dehydrated state, which is only working directly against their goal to get as healthy as possible.

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Municipalities find middle ground LACOMBE COUNTY AND SYLVAN LAKE SIGN MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

BY PAUL COWLEY ADVOCATE STAFF Lacombe County and Sylvan Lake have settled their planning differences.

A memorandum of understanding between the two municipalities was reached recently with help from a mediator.

The county appealed Sylvan Lake’s Municipal Development Plan — the over-arching plan guiding development — approved by town council last year.

At issue, were lake protection measures in the plan that the county felt were inadequate or overly vague.

County officials wanted to see a requirement for 30-metre setbacks from the lake and other water bodies and regulations requiring that 50 per cent

of land in new developments be maintained as open spaces and municipal reserves. The county also wanted to see it put in writing that new developments must tie into regional water and wastewater systems when they become available, and that outline plans be required for developments smaller than five acres in size.

All of those are requirements in county planning documents and consistency was sought among communities around the lake.

All of the county’s concerns were addressed in the memorandum of understanding and council agreed to sign off on the agreement last week. However, as soon as one planning issue was settled another arose this time with the Summer Village of Jarvis Bay. An updated Municipal Development Plan submitted to the county for its comment was met with concern by

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They want to see language tightened up to show a 30-metre setback from water bodies is required rather than “may” be required. A suggestion that a 30-metre easement be allowed was also questioned because easements remain private property and are not as easily regulated as lands under municipal control.

Also, the county wants to see environmental reviews or audits specifically required on sites up for development within conservation areas.

Requiring 50 per cent of developments be left as open space should also be added, as Sylvan Lake did, say planners.

Docks, piers and boat launches should also not be permitted uses in conservation areas, says the county, or at the very least they should be required to serve a number of lots to re-

Lacombe County creating Ag plan

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After being closed for weeks this summer 55th Street in Red Deer has reopened. This summer, contractors upgraded underground utility services, including water and sanitary sewer, which were at capacity and were approximately 60 years old. They also rebuilt 55 Street from 48 Avenue to 42A Avenue which was identified for maintenance and repairs by The City’s Roads in Need program. New sidewalks and a new multi-use pathway were also added along this stretch of the road to improve movement for all users.

duce the impact on the lake.

Lacombe County manager of planning services Dale Freitag said residents have made it clear they want high development standards set around the lake.

“In order for the lake to be adequately protected we want to make sure everybody is (meeting) the same levels of standards,” he said.

Freitag said while the Jarvis Bay plan has similar goals as the county, changes could be made to strengthen its regulations.

Council voted to forward the county’s concerns to the summer village.

Phyllis Forsyth, administrator for the summer villages, said the county’s letter has not yet been received and she could not comment. It will likely be discussed at Jarvis Bay’s next council meeting on Oct. 7. pcowley@reddeeradvocate.com

An Agriculture Plan is being created in Lacombe County to ensure its primary industry remains strong.

Feedback from about 300 residents was gathered through a mail-out and a public meeting at the county office in the spring.

A discussion paper was created using that input and went to council for a first look last week. It will be debated at more length at a Sept. 23 council committee meeting.

Five main areas are addressed in the plan: development and land use planning; agriculture communication plan; county infrastructure; weed, pest and crop disease management; and water management. Almost two dozen recommendations follow.

Many of the suggestions are often already practise, such as encouraging development on marginal farmland and ensuring new developments are designed to be sensitive to their surroundings.

County commissioner Terry Hager agrees the county is doing many of the things highlighted in the plan.

“But there are some things that have been identified that we could be doing better. That’s relative to some of our planning issues and how we protect agricultural land and accommodate the agricultural community,” he said.

The plan suggests protection measures by creating agricultural zones where most development would not be allowed.

Other ideas include: the creation of agricultural “hubs” for farm-related businesses and the creation of agricultural protection districts with restrictions on subdividing valuable farmland.

Other recommendations revolve around providing more education and public input opportunities around issues such as water and environmental management, and weed, pest and disease management.

A survey of county residents found widespread satisfaction with almost every aspect of the county and its operations.

Among the few exceptions, only 29 per cent of residents polled believe the county’s existing infrastructure is adequate to handle future commercial and industrial growth. Thirty five per cent believe it isn’t adequate and 39 per cent were neutral.

Asked whether infrastructure was adequate for future residential growth, 37 per cent agreed, 30 per cent disagreed and 33 per cent were neutral.

Not surprisingly, a recommendation going forward is to pave more roads, a common request in rural municipalities. County bridges should also be built stronger and wider to handle modern farm equipment and road capacities upgraded.

Hager said for a county of 10,000 people, Lacombe County has a good paved road network.

Bridges have also been high on council’s priority list. A $131 million bridge replacement program, which includes a replacement timetable for the municipality’s 161 bridges and culverts, including 11 major bridges, is already in place.

After next month’s council review, it is expected staff will be directed to come back with recommended policy changes early next year.

Once approved, the agricultural plan will then be used as the county develops its Municipal Development Plan. pcowley@reddeeradvocate.com

Lakeview Parent Link Centre opens in Sylvan Lake

BY SUSAN ZIELINSKI ADVOCATE STAFF Lakeview Parent Link Centre in Sylvan Lake officially opened Wednesday, but the fun for families started earlier this summer.

A total of $350,000 in provincial funding was announced in April for the centre and outdoor programs started in early July. The centre is located in the Sylvan Lake Community Centre.

Between 150 and 200 families have already registered for upcoming programming that begins Sept. 14.

“Parent Link has been a long time coming to Sylvan Lake,” said Giselle Campbell, Parent Link early learning supervisor.

“We got missed in the first draft 10 years ago when they opened the Parent Link centres. There is a big need in Sylvan. Our population is over 14,000 now so we have lots of young, young families,” Lakeview Parent Link Centre also operates a smaller site in Eckville which officially opened on Wednesday.

Lakeview will provide outreach services to Benalto as well.

Parent Link services are available for free and include parent education, early childhood development support, family support, information and referral, and developmental screening.

Darlene Beals, who visited the Sylvan Lake centre with her granddaughter Addison Beattie, 5, said she used to visit a Parent Link site in Edmonton with another granddaughter.

“It gives them a place to learn, to get along with other kids. I think it’s really good for them,” said Beals, while Addison flattened some Play-Doh. Campbell said the centre can also help parents connect to community

resources like information on lowcost housing, child care subsidies and more.

“We have a lot of new people to the community. They don’t know anybody so they come into the programs and they can connect with parents with children of similar ages. They set up play groups. They set up clothing swaps,” Campbell said.

Sylvan Lake Mayor Sean McIntyre said Parent Link will be a place parents can go for advice if they don’t have relatives or friends who live nearby.

“Our staff and people within our community have had to work so hard to get the facilities ready, to get the programs in place,” McIntyre said in the Parent Link play room where children focused on toys and parents mingled.

“To see it all happening now, to see the children here learning, is really incredible.”

Human Services Minister Irfan Sabir said the two Lakeview Parent Link sites are among more than 50 Parent Links serving 185 communities across the province.

Last year nearly 100,000 Albertans visited Parent Links.

He said focusing on early childhood development is essential for Alberta’s children.

“A strong foundation in a child’s first year increases their chance of success in their future lives,” said Sabir before taking part in the ribbon cutting ceremony for Lakeview Parent Link Centre.

“They are more emotionally resilient, develop stronger relationships, they are healthier, do better in school and are more successful in the work place,”“Strong families build strong communities and a strong province.” szielinski@reddeeradvocate.com

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At Wednesday’s official opening of Lakeview Parent Link Centre, Alberta Human Services Minister Irfan Sabir spoke with Darlene Beals who visited the new centre with her granddaughter Addison Beattie, 5, of Sylvan Lake.

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Court hears about arrest of armed break and enter suspect

BY MURRAY CRAWFORD ADVOCATE STAFF Alone and unable to tell fellow officers where he was, a Central Alberta Mountie came upon a suspect armed with two guns, a trial was told on Tuesday.

Const. John Szerve was testifying at the trial of Tyler Joseph Shaw, 30, in Red Deer provincial court. Shaw is on trial for part of an alleged Central Alberta crime spree. He is charged with break and enter, theft, possession of stolen property, possession of firearms contrary to a weapons prohibition and possession of stolen firearms.

Szerve drove onto the property on Sept. 11, 2014, after searching all afternoon in Red Deer County near Burnt Lake Trail as part of the manhunt for Shaw. He drove around the shop and finally found his quarry.

Szerve told Judge Darrel Riemer that Shaw was sitting on a quad, with his legs wrapped around a rifle and a shotgun.

Szerve radioed other officers that he had found the suspect, but he didn’t know the exact location. He got out of his vehicle and drew his sidearm, ordering Shaw to get off the quad.

Shaw tried to start the quad. When that failed, he got off the machine and was arrested.

Szerve and other members of the Blackfalds detachment were notified

by Sylvan Lake RCMP about a stolen vehicle and of a series of break-ins that morning.

At about 2 p.m., Szerve and Const.

Shane Mordeen were called to a rural property near Burnt Lake Trail to a report of a break and enter, and the thefts of a quad and a shotgun.

Brandon Hollman, 24, lived at the

property owned by his parents. He was about an hour away when he got a call from the alarm company of a break-in.

Hollman, a plumber, called his business partner Justin Verfaille — who was working nearby — and asked him to check it out.

When Hollman arrived home, he saw that the side door to the garage was kicked in, and his quad and shotgun were gone.

Sitting in the driveway was a blue tractor that didn’t belong to him.

Mordeen and Szerve and three other officers scoured the county, driving onto rural properties and asking people to be on the lookout for a man driving a quad and carrying a gun.

A tip led Szerve to Shaw.

Crown prosecutor Carolyn Ayre told the judge that he could convict Shaw of several of the offences, citing the evidence provided from Hollman, Verfaille and the officers.

Defence counsel Andrew Phypers pointed out that the Crown did not call the homeowner of the residence as a witness, calling Hollman instead.

Phypers said Hollman may not have known if his parents gave permission for Shaw to be there.

Concerns were also raised over the continuity of handling the firearms presented as evidence.

Szerve testified he returned the shotgun to Hollman shortly after his investigation. A week before the trial, Hollman returned it to Szerve.

A rifle that police say they recovered with the quad was not presented as evidence at trial because it had been sent away to be tested.

Riemer reserved his decision to Sept. 15. Shaw will be held in custody at the Red Deer Remand Centre until then. mcrawford@reddeeradvocate.com

B.C. man recovering after grizzly bear attack near Cranbrook

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS CRANBROOK, B.C. — A Cranbrook, B.C., man who was mauled by a grizzly bear is being treated for non-life threatening injuries in a Calgary hospital.

B.C. conservation officer Joe Caravetta said the bow hunter was looking for elk east of Cranbrook on Tuesday evening when he came across a sow grizzly with two cubs.

“At about 50 metres he stood up and made a noise to alert the bear that he was there and the sow at that point charged him, ran right towards him,” Caravetta said. “It knocked him down, it started clawing him, biting him and threw him around. He was able to get up, and with his bow and his arrow in hand, fight off the grizzly or hit it.”

The man has head and neck injuries, Caravetta said.

When the sow left the area with its cubs the man walked back to his vehicle and called for help.

Caravetta said conservation officers have closed the area and don’t believe the grizzly was badly injured.

He said it appears the bear was protecting its cubs and there are no plans to kill the animal.

“These bears are common there and he (the hunter) just happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time.”

“We do not feel that these bears are a public safety threat.”

Caravetta, the inspector in charge of the Kootenay Boundary region, said there have been a lot of bear sightings in the area because of the poor berry crop this summer.

On Tuesday, the City of Cranbrook issued a statement warning the public to be cautious while using a pathway near a rail trail.

It said a mother bear with three cubs had been spotted in the area.

“The cinnamon-coloured sow and her family were seen quite close to where a lone black bear had been spotted in the same area over the past day or two,” the release said.

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BRIEFS RCMP charge 11 people with impaired driving Local Mounties charged 11 people — including one that crashed into a police car — with impaired driving last month.

Eight men and three women were arrested on impaired driving offences in August, according to a release from the Red Deer RCMP. The month saw a province-wide enforcement focus on impaired driving.

Five of those arrested and charged were found by police officers who were on patrol and observed erratic driving and other infractions. Five more arrests were the result of public calls of drivers suspected to be impaired, who were then located and arrested by police.

The final case occurred on Aug. 29 at 10 p.m., when an RCMP member encountered a car driving the wrong way on Ross Street. The driver collided with the police cruiser at a slow speed and was arrested. The person was charged with impaired driving and driving while suspended as a result of a previous impaired driving charge.

“If you make the dangerous decision to drive impaired, your luck will run out and we will catch you,” said Red Deer RCMP Sgt. Al Nickolson.

“Red Deerians were fortunate these impaired drivers were taken off the road before innocent people were injured, or worse.”

Photo radar sites announced Red Deer City RCMP have released new photo radar sites from now to Sept. 15.

School zones: 39th Street, Nolan Street, 55th Avenue, Oleander Drive and 43rd Street. Playground zones: 57th Avenue, Oak Street, Allan Street, Boyce Street and Vanier Drive. Traffic corridors: 30th Avenue, 40th Avenue, 49th Avenue, 50th Avenue, Taylor Drive, 32nd Street and 49th Street.

The RCMP reserve the option of location changes without notice.

Air quality advisory lifted for Central Alberta An air quality advisory has been lifted for Central Alberta after days of smoky skies.

Alberta Health Services lifted the advisory in place since Aug. 24 on Tuesday.

“Air monitoring has shown that the Central Zone is no longer being impacted by smoke from the fires burning in the northwestern areas of the U.S. at this time,” say health officials.

That could change though depending on weather conditions and prevailing winds.

Tuesday’s air quality health index rated a two and the same is expected today. On Friday, it rated eight on a scale of 10. A score between seven and 10 is considered a high health risk.

Air quality in many areas of Alberta is updated regularly on the Alberta En-

Hearing put on hold after suspect failed to show up A preliminary hearing for a man arrested in a drug raid was put on hold when he failed to come to court.

David Twerdochlib, 39, of Red Deer, was scheduled for a preliminary inquiry on Monday in Red Deer provincial court on 30 drug, weapon and stolen property-related charges.

A warrant was issued for his arrest after he failed to attend court.

He was arrested in December 2014 at a trailer on Burnt Lake Trail when the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team, Blackfalds RCMP and Red Deer RCMP executed a search warrant. Police said they seized five firearms, including a Walther semiautomatic handgun, an Echasa semiautomatic handgun, a Ruger .22-calibre rifle, a pistol grip Ithaca shotgun and a Rossi .44-calibre handgun.

Twerdochlib faces several charges related to the firearms and possession of controlled substances, including crack cocaine and hydromorphone pills, and a variety stolen items.

Former Rebel pleads guilty to arson charges A former Red Deer Rebel has pleaded guilty to two arson charges when he tried to burn down a Langley home his father owned.

Stephen Boyd Peat, 35, entered the pleas Wednesday in Surrey provincial court. A pre-sentence report was ordered and a sentencing hearing is scheduled for Nov. 18 in Surrey provincial court.

Peat surrendered to Langley RCMP on March 19 and was charged with arson with a disregard for human life and arson causing damage to property.

Police said there was a dispute between Peat and his father on the afternoon March 17 and after his father went to bed at about 10 p.m. Peat lit the fire.

Peat played two full season with the Red Deer Rebels in 1996-97 and 199798, and parts of the 1995-96 and 1998-99 seasons. He was traded to the Tri-City Americans during the 1998-99 season.

He went on to play four seasons with the Washington Capitals in the NHL.

United Way kick off set United Way of Central Alberta will kick off its 50th annual campaign at a luncheon at the Sheraton Red Deer Hotel on Sept. 10 from noon to 1:30 p.m.

Tickets are $50 each or $400 for a table of eight. Tickets are available at www.caunitedway.ca by selecting the kick-off luncheon link under events, or by calling 403-343-3900.

Guests are asked to wear red in support of the 2015 campaign.

The 2014 campaign raised $1,889,620 to support over 60 programs and projects. Donations are collected through workplace campaigns, individual donations, and fundraising events across the region.

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Stephen Colbert participates in the ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’ segment of the CBS Summer TCA Tour in Beverly Hills, Calif. Colbert debuts his show on Tuesday.

Colbert feels liberated to play himself at last NEW YORK — Stephen Colbert is about to turn a corner in his career: onto Broadway at 54th Street.

Having split from cheeky Comedy Central a few blocks away, he will now hold court at old-guard CBS. He will inherit the theatre, time slot and series title (though with an added “The”) owned for 22 years by David Letterman.

Little wonder that Colbert’s disciples — his erstwhile Colbert Nation — wait anxiously to see what The Late Show With Stephen Colbert will be like: How beholden will it be to late-night talk-show conventions stretching back six decades? Will it abandon Colbert’s signature political edge? Can it build on the uniqueness of The Colbert Report, a sui generis concoction Colbert tailored to his skills and passions?

If the early guest lineups offer any clue, he’ll offer a rich blend of talk: Republican presidential hopeful Jeb Bush and vice-president Joe Biden will appear the first week, along with entrepreneurs Elon Musk (SpaceX and Tesla Motors) and Travis Kalanick (Uber), plus a show-biz mix including George Clooney, Amy Schumer and Toby Keith.

His online spoof of Donald Trump that was posted in June suggests he’s poised to lampoon the 2016 presidential race.

Does he have any marching orders for when he steps onstage on Tuesday?

“No one has asked me to do anything,” he says at a reporter’s intimation that CBS aims to plug him into a preexisting late-night hole. “They have said, ‘Do what you do, but give us more.”’

More is certainly on tap. Colbert will air for an hour five nights a week, more than double the Monday-through-Thursday half-hour output he maintained for nine years before exiting Comedy Central last December (and retiring his on-air character, aka The Character).

“Before, I had four acts,” he says. “Now I will have seven acts ... and a band (led by versatile Louisianabred musician Jon Batiste). But it’s not about the pieces. It’s about what you do with the pieces.”

Colbert, 51, comes to The Late Show after establishing himself in the guise of a messianic blowhard who spoofed Bill O’Reilly and his Fox News Channel show The O’Reilly Factor, with maybe a touch of Rush Limbaugh thrown in.

On The Colbert Report he played the host as a jerk, but endearingly “someone who wasn’t AWARE that he was a jerk; a well-intentioned, poorly informed, high-status idiot. I wasn’t sure that I could get all four of those rotations on the ball. But it worked out.”

His was a game of three-dimensional chess, especially with the interviews, which became his favourite part of the show (“the written pieces are invention, the interviews are discovery”). But they were also exhausting.

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Despite (or, more likely, because of) this Rube Goldbergian process, Colbert’s interviews were not just funny, but as incisive as anyone’s on TV. With his native observations and inquiries shining through the prism of his on-screen persona, he emerged as a stealth truth-teller. His doltish pronouncements, when decoded for their satirical intent, shrewdly analyzed politics, public affairs and the media as, without ever breaking character, he logged a marathon of performance art unmatched in TV history.

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NEW YORK — Don DeLillo is pleased to receive an honorary National Book Award medal for lifetime achievement, but a “little intimidated” by the citation for “Distinguished Contribution to American Letters.”

“The kid from the Bronx is still crouching in a corner of my mind,” the author of White Noise, Underworld and other novels told The Associated Press, responding to questions via fax.

The 78-year-old New York City native was praised Wednesday by the National Book Foundation, which presents the awards, for “a diverse body of work that examines the mores of contemporary Don DeLillo modern American culture and brilliantly embeds the rhythms of everyday speech within a beautifully composed, contoured narrative.”

The foundation told the AP that Pulitzer Prize winner Jennifer Egan will introduce DeLillo at the 66th annual National Book Awards ceremony, which takes place Nov. 18 in Manhattan.

Previous honorary winners include Toni Morrison, Philip Roth and Norman Mailer.

“Don DeLillo is unquestionably one of the greatest novelists of his generation,” Harold Augenbraum, the foundation’s executive director, said in a statement.

“He has had an enormous influence on the two generations of writers that followed, and his work will continue to resonate for generations to come.”

DeLillo has long been praised for his uncanny insights on technology, alienation and terrorism, even setting a Grief Management Council in the World Trade Center in his novel Players, which came out more than 20 years before the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks.

He told the AP that when he looks back on his work he thinks of it “as one writer’s shifting response to the challenges and public upheavals of the last 60 or 70 years.”

“The moments, hours, days and years of Sept. 11 were the terrible reality that shaped one of my novels Falling Man, but I don’t think of myself as a writer whose earlier work embodied that event,” he said.

“I’m reluctant to invoke another act of violence but it’s possible that the assassination of President (John F.) Kennedy began to shape me as a writer even before I began work on my first novel.”

DeLillo’s other books include Running Dog, The Names and Point Omega. Asked to name some young writers he feels an affinity for, he joked that at his age “they’re all younger.”

“Lists are a form of cultural hysteria so let’s just say that the strong work keeps coming and that the novel as a form continues to provoke innovation on the part of younger writers,” he said. “It’s true that some of us become better writers by living long enough. But this is also how we become worse writers. The trick is to die in between.”

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But in a statement Wednesday, Sony Pictures called the Times story “misleading” and noted it was written without the benefit of seeing the film.

“As will become immediately clear to anyone actually seeing the movie, nothing with regard to this important story has been ’softened’ to placate anyone,” said Sony.

Landesman, too, is standing by the film.

“We always intended to make an entertaining, hard-hitting film about Dr. Omalu’s David-and-Goliath story, which played out like a Hollywood thriller,” said Landesman.

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AIR CANADA GLITCH SETS OFF CLASS-ACTION LAWSUIT

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS VANCOUVER — A mistake by Air Canada in offering a package of flights at just 10 per cent of the value has triggered a proposed class-action lawsuit by customers who thought they got an amazing deal.

Court documents, filed in both Quebec and British Columbia, stated the flight pass was offered between Aug. 25 and Aug. 28 at just under $800, but customers were told days later the cost of 10 one-way businessclass flights in the western U.S. or Canada was actually $8,000.

The documents said Air Canada (TSX:AC.A) refused to live up to its contractual obligations and illegally removed the flight passes.

Garrett Munroe, a lawyer with Munroe and Company, the B.C. firm behind the legal action, said the lawsuit could involve thousands of people, but only Air Canada knows exactly how many people purchased the deal.

“Our view here is that Air Canada has made an enforceable contract, it delivered the flight packages to consumers and it has improperly taken them away,” he said in an interview.

“Air Canada is duty bound and legally obligated to honour its bargain.”

Nothing has been proven in court.

Air Canada spokeswoman Angela Mah wouldn’t comment on the lawsuit but released a previous statement that said a “computer-loading error” was responsible for the “temporary mispricing.”

“Air Canada has contacted purchasers to apologize and provided a refund,” the statement said.

The airline said any flights already booked with the pass would be honoured.

But Munroe said they want the courts to force Air Canada to live up to its original bargain.

“They say it’s a mistake, but how much recklessness is reasonable in terms of allowing the website to show an offer that they don’t intend to be bound by,” he said.

“It would create a significant amount of confusion and uncertainty in the marketplace if consumers were conducting business with the possibility that the merchant is going to come back and attempt to undo the deal that it made.”

It was an attractive price and people bought the package expecting to be able to use it, he said.

McDonald’s Canada not adding all-day breakfast

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — McDonald’s Canada has bad news for those looking to get their Egg McMuffin fix past 11 a.m.

Spokeswoman Lisa Hutniak said the company has no plans to offer an all-day breakfast despite the brand’s announcement that its American restaurants will introduce the option Oct. 6.

Hutniak said the company is keeping a close eye on the nationwide experiment by the Americans and are always looking to meet the needs and wants of their customers.

Twitter users were quick to decry the disparity.

“Y’all are monsters,” tweeted @MsLolaOh. A user from Scarborough, @60mg—Maija, summarized their reaction in two words: “Thug tears.”

Some even made it an election issue, calling on the leaders of all three parties to address the disparity.

William Norman shared the story on Twitter, adding a simple message: “Harper gotta speak on this.”

One Liberal supporter tweeted that NDP leader Tom Mulcair would promise to force McDonald’s to introduce breakfast at all hours in a order to get elected. And Deanne Kondrat tweeted to Liberal leader Justin Trudeau directly, asking him to bring the all-day breakfast to Canada.

“Be the PM this country deserves,” she wrote.

McDonald’s ran a pilot all-day breakfast program in select American markets earlier this year.

File photo by THE CANADIAN PRESS

An Air Canada passenger jet takes off from Halifax. A mistake by Air Canada in offering a package of flights at just 10 per cent of the value has triggered a proposed class-action lawsuit “It shouldn’t be up to the consumer to secondguess the merchant’s motivations in advertising a particular product for sale at a particular price.”

The next step is to ask the courts in both provinces to certify the class-action lawsuit that would represent all those who ask to be part of it.

“Rather than having tens-of-thousands of lawsuits, it can be dealt with as one,” Munroe noted.

Even if Air Canada decided to honour the agreements for the same price now, that doesn’t take care of the legal action because the consumer has lost out on potentially planned trips, he said.

Sears Canada says Q2 was a “turning point”

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — Sears Canada’s second-quarter revenue was down 9.1 per cent from the comparable period last year but the company says its core retail network showed positive sales momentum and the sale of some properties helped produce a profit.

For the second quarter ended Aug. 1, Sear Canada’s revenue was $768.8 million and net income was $13.5 million or 13 cents per share. Included in the profit was a $67.2-million gain, before taxes, from the sale and leaseback of three properties.

In the comparable period last year, Sears Canada had a loss of $21.3 million or 21 cents per share with $844.4 million for the quarter ended Aug. 2, 2014.

The struggling retailer says it had a “turning point” in the month of June when its core retail network grew sales compared with last year, but added that the company’s overall cost structure is too high.

“Although we have had significant cost reductions in the past two years, we still have an inefficient cost structure.”

Sears Canada Inc. (TSX:SCC) says it plans to bring down annual operating expenses by $100 million to $125 million compared with 2014 levels, and to implement cost reduction initiatives in the current quarter that began Aug. 2.

The company’s press release didn’t provide details on where it expects to make cost savings.

It announced it has reached agreements to “monetize” an additional $28 million of non-mall real estate but said that “at the current time, we do not have any plans to sell or exit any of our full-line stores.”

The core retail store network consists of Sears Canada’s 95 full-line stores and 45 Sears Canada Home stores, and excludes Outlet and Hometown

‘ALTHOUGH WE HAVE HAD SIGNIFICANT COST REDUCTIONS IN THE PAST TWO YEARS, WE STILL HAVE AN INEFFICIENT COST STRUCTURE.’ — SEARS Q2 REPORT

stores.

Sears Canada says it has 177 Hometown stores, over 1,200 catalogue and online merchandise pick-up locations, 84 Sears Travel offices and a nationwide repair and service network in addition to its corporate stores.

Sears Canada said it may be able to operate more profitably within smaller individual store sizes. It also said it will open a wave of branded shops within its stores by November under agreements with 12 vendors, including Haggar and Dockers.

Overall same-store sales, including non-core locations, fell 3.9 per cent for the quarter. But samestore sales at its core retail network were down just one per cent for the quarter and positive in the months of June and August.

The company said it’s continuing to search for a new chief executive to replace Ronald Boire, who announced in July that he was leaving to become president and CEO of the Barnes & Noble chain of bookstores in the United States, effective Sept. 8.

Boire became CEO of Sears Canada ilast fall. He followed Douglas Campbell, who left in September 2014, and Calvin McDonald, who quit suddenly in September 2013 in the midst of a multiyear turnaround plan.

Bublcam 360-degree camera raises $4.6 million

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — Bubl Technology Inc., the Canadian developer of Bublcam 360-degree cameras, is making changes to its executive structure after securing $4.6 million from a team of investors that includes technology giant Samsung.

The Toronto-based company announced Wednesday that its founder, Sean Ramsay, will leave his post as chief executive officer and assume the role chief innovation officer as he turns his attention solely to building the product and the technology.

Dan Mills, who also helped launch the startup, will become CEO on an interim basis, after serving as vice president of hardware for the past several years.

Bublcam takes both pictures and video in a spherical range which creates a new experience for photographers who feel constrained by panoramic shots.

The baseball-sized camera has four lenses, which grab images from all directions, and laces the information together to create a realistic 360-degree version of a natural environment.

Once it’s loaded onto a computer, viewers can scroll across the moving image, quite like exploring

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“We’ve got a proven, viable product now — both hardware and software — and we’re ready for prime time,” said Mills in an interview.

“It really is just getting it out there ... and building on some of the relationships that Sean has already put together.”

The move comes as Bubl closes financing from a group of private investors, which includes Samsung Ventures, a division of the electronics company which invests in small developers for an equity stake in the company.

The other key investor is J-Tech Capital, a consortium of Chinese investors who are looking to help Canadian startups enter Asian markets.

Bublcam is just one of many 360-degree cameras vying for a share of a niche part of the photography sales market.

Earlier this month, the company delivered its first round of shipments to customers who helped fund the company during its initial Kickstarter campaign.

“We really want to stay ahead any emerging competitors,” Mills said.

In the coming months, Bubl aims to ramp up manufacturing to make online inventory of its cameras more consistent.

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In the meantime, the board of directors is conducting a search for a permanent CEO, the company said. Bubl Technology was founded in 2011 and has about 30 employees.

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Toronto’s S&P/TSX composite index closed up 63.35 points at 13,545.25, following a 377-point decline on Tuesday.

The Dow Jones industrial average of 30 stocks ended the day up 293.03 points at 16,351.38, while the broader S&P 500 index advanced 35.01 points to 1,948.86 and the Nasdaq gained 113.87 points to 4,749.98. All three lost more than 2.8 per cent of their value on Tuesday.

Markets have seen wild swings over the last two weeks as investors have been roiled by volatility in the Chinese markets, which kicked off a worldwide stock slump last month. There is also uncertainty about an upcoming meeting of the U.S. Federal Reserve.

Gareth Watson, vice-president of investment management and research at Richardson GMP Ltd., said the volatility will continue while investors await the American central bank’s decision on interest rates, due Sept. 17.

The Fed is widely expected to raise interest rates before the end of the year, and Watson said there is anxiety about what will happen when rates do start to rise.

“We have been going one way on rates for so long now that I think you have a market now trying to deal with and embrace the fact that we’re finally going to go in the opposite direction,” he said.

As rates rise in a recovering American economy, borrowing money will become more expensive. Watson said that over the long term higher rates will dampen returns from the stock markets as businesses and in-

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“We’re going through that transition where investors have to change their expectations and that’s led to the increased amount of volatility over the past two weeks,” he said.

China remains in focus across financial markets. The Shanghai composite index opened more than four per cent lower, but turned positive by midday and eventually ended the day down just 0.2 per cent. The volatile trading led some analysts to suspect Beijing was intervening to support share prices before a two-day holiday.

Watson said some investors read the slide in Chinese markets as evidence that the country’s economy is lagging already lowered expectations.

“We’ve been talking about a slowing China for years,” he said. “But now there’s a conversation about a China that’s slowing down even more than expected.”

On commodity markets, the December gold contract fell $6.20 to US$1,133.60 an ounce, the October crude contract rose 84 cents to US$46.25 a barrel and the October contract for natural gas dropped 5.4 cents to US$2.648 per thousand cubic feet.

The loonie fell 0.28 of a cent to end the day worth 75.35 cents US. FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS Highlights at the close Wednesday at world financial market trading.

Stocks: S&P/TSX Composite Index — 13,545.25, up 63.35 points Dow — 16,351.38, up 293.03 points S&P 500 — 1,948.86, up 35.01 points Nasdaq — 4,749.98, up 113.87 points

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Barley (Western): Oct. ’15 unchanged $184.00; Dec. ’15 unchanged $184.00; March ’16 unchanged $186.00; May ’16 unchanged $187.00; July ’16 unchanged $187.00; Oct. ’16 unchanged $187.00; Dec. ’16 unchanged $187.00; March ’17 unchanged $187.00; May ’17 unchanged $187.00; July ’17 unchanged $187.00; Oct. ’17 unchanged $187.00.

Wednesday’s estimated volume of trade: 366,900 tonnes of canola; 0 tonnes of barley (Western Barley). Total: 366,900.

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IDAN HANEGEV INDUSTRIAL PARK, Israel — The chief executive of SodaStream, the beverage maker that is shuttering its West Bank factory in the face of international boycott calls, accused his company’s critics Wednesday of anti-Semitism and hurting the interests of the Palestinian workers they claim to protect.

SodaStream, which produces machines that allow people to make fizzy drinks, has been targeted by an international campaign calling for boycotting, divesting and sanctioning Israeli companies.

Citing financial reasons, SodaStream announced it was closing the West Bank factory last year, but the so-called BDS movement declared victory and said its pressure was behind the decision.

Standing in the sprawling new factory deep in Israel’s Negev Desert that will replace the West Bank facility when it shuts down in two weeks, CEO Daniel Birnbaum said the boycott movement has only had a “marginal” effect on his business. He accused the BDS movement of spreading lies and said Palestinian employees were given pay and benefits far higher than anything else they could find in the West Bank.

“It’s propaganda. It’s politics. It’s hate. It’s anti-Semitism. It’s all the bad stuff we don’t want to be part of,” Birnbaum said.

The BDS movement has grown into a worldwide network of thousands of volunteers lobbying corporations, artists and academic institutions to sever ties with Israel. It has three goals: ending Israel’s occupation of territories captured in the 1967 Mideast war, ending discrimination suffered by Arab citizens of Israel and promoting the rights of Palestinian refugees to return to family properties lost in the war surrounding Israel’s creation in 1948. Israel says the Palestinian “right of return” would lead to a massive influx of refugees that would mean the end of the country as a Jewish state.

For the BDS movement, SodaStream’s pullout from the West Bank was part of a domino effect that will see more companies sever interests to spare their bottom line.

“This is a clear-cut BDS victory against an odiously complicit Israeli company,” said Omar Barghouti, a cofounder of the movement.

He said it would continue to target SodaStream because its new factory is located in an area where Israel has in the past proposed to resettle Bedouin Arabs. The company employs more than 300 Bedouins.

SodaStream made headlines last year when actress Scarlett Johansson parted ways with the international charity Oxfam because of a dispute over her work as brand ambassador for the Tel Aviv-based company. Birnbaum said the relationship with Johansson was for a limited time and ended shortly after. After enjoying years of growth, SodaStream’s revenue dropped drastically in

2014 and its stock price continues to fall. Birnbaum rejected suggestions that BDS pressure has hurt the company, attributing the slump to a changing U.S. market that is moving away from sugary drinks. He said the company is trying to reposition itself as a provider of a healthy product, instead of a rival to heavyweights like Coca-Cola Co. The company sells its product in some 70,000 stores worldwide, with some of its deepest market penetration in countries where BDS appears to have the most support, including Sweden.

Birnbaum said the impact of the boycotters has been negligible.

He said chains with some 1,000 stores in Japan and France dropped his product, and Swedish retailers opposed to the West Bank facility insisted on selling machines made in China. Ahead of the West Bank factory’s closure in two weeks, the Israeli factory hummed with activity on Wednesday.

Palestinian managers watched as veiled Bedouin women and mohawksporting Ethiopian Jews toiled on an assembly line.

The whir and hiss of machines mingled with Arabic and Hebrew.

SodaStream employed up to 600 Palestinians at the West Bank factory and sought to transfer their jobs to the Israeli plant. But Birnbaum said Israel has granted only 130 work permits so far due to security issues. Many likely will lose their jobs.

“All the people who wanted to close (SodaStream’s West Bank factory) are mistaken. ... They didn’t take into consideration the families,” said Ali Jafar, a shift manager from a West Bank village who has worked for SodaStream for two years.

Palestinians, like other employees, are offered a bus service that brings them to the factory.

But what was once a short jaunt to the West Bank factory is now a twohour journey each way that involves crossing an Israeli checkpoint, where workers must show their permits and be screened for security checks. BDS has accused SodaStream of paying Palestinian workers less than their Israeli counterparts, but Birnbaum and employees at the factory said wages for Palestinians and Israeli workers are commensurate.

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announcements Obituaries BEISEL Ronald Wayne June 21, 1942 - Sept. 1, 2015 Ron’s family sadly said their farewell on Tuesday, September 1, 2015. Ron worked for Suncor, Union Carbide and Red Deer Transit. Ron is survived by his two loving daughters, Heather (Peter) Haseltine and Kathryn (Wayne) Scholer, his four adored grandchildren, Austin and Arden Haseltine; Myles and Maxwell Scholer; his surviving siblings, Doris, Murray and Sharon, and many nieces and nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his beloved son, Ryan, his Mom and Dad, three sisters and two brothers. A small private intimate burial is planned. He was a beloved father, the much loved Opa and a huge Blue Jays fan. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com.

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CRESSMAN Mr. Marvin A. Cressman, lifelong resident of Caroline, Alberta passed away peacefully surrounded by his family after a brief illness at the Peter Lougheed Hospital on Sunday, August 30, 2015 at the age of 67 years.

Marvin was born June 6, 1948, the third child of eight of Lyle and Evelyn Cressman.

He spent his life in Caroline which was always in his heart. He worked on the rigs of Alberta for 20 years but was always eager to be back home in Caroline with his horses.

He was an enthusiastic outdoorsman and horseman and spent his life sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm to anyone who was interested. He was a passionate, very direct and honest man. He loved everyone of his large extended family, numerous nieces and nephews, and their further generations. He touched the hearts of all those who knew him through his stories and non stop teasing. He was always generous and would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need. He is predeceased by his parents Lyle Melvin Cressman and Evelyn Edna Marie Cressman (nee Kerik) and numerous aunts and uncles.

Marvin will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his surviving siblings; Bertrice Maxwell, Melvin Cressman, Roma Swain, Velda (Jim) McQuiston, Cindy Busfield (Reg Nieberball), Emery (Lorraine) Cressman and Sandra (Greg) Hoffman; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, great great nieces and nephews, aunt Patsy Kerik, uncle Jim Cressman and many many friends. Funeral services will be held at the Caroline Church Of The Nazarene on Saturday, September 5, 2015 at 1:00pm. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Caroline Food Bank.

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SPENCE Georgia Karen Nov. 29, 1938 - Aug. 31, 2015 Georgia Spence passed away peacefully at the Red Deer Hospice on Monday, August 31, 2015 at the age of 76 years. She was born in Hanna, Alberta and raised in the Sunnynook District. Her travels lead her to her beloved acreage in Alix, Alberta where she resided for almost 50 years. One of her favorite activities was taking her coffee out on her deck in the morning to watch the hummingbirds and to scare off the deer from her apple tree. She worked tirelessly at grooming the yard and looked forward to the visits from many special friends and family.

Georgia worked as the Administration Assistant for the Mirror School and drove school bus for 30 years. She was well respected by the staff, students and parents.

Georgia was a competitive sports enthusiast. She played ball, curled, golfed and cultivated many friends through her activities. Curling was a strength. She won many bonspiels and competed at the provincial level. She was also a great fan of sport and her favorite Saskatchewan Roughriders and Calgary Flames were at the center of many good natured rivalries.

It was a sad day when Georgia left her acreage in 2012, but she quickly adapted to her new Red Deer home and made many new friends.

Mom taught us many life lessons including the value of hard work and most of all to treasure the gift of having fabulous friends and family.

She will be sadly missed by her children: Bryan (Carol), Karen (Ivan) Simon, Bill, and Neil (Bonnie). Also left to mourn are seven grandchildren: Amanda, Joel, Jordan, Danica Todd, Greg and Tracy; sisters: Elsie Munro, Barbara Cheney (Ralph) and Virginia Collins; numerous nieces and nephews; and many close friends. Georgia was sadly predeceased by her parents; two sisters: Jean and Gwen; one brother, David; and three brothers-inlaw. As per her wishes, no funeral service will be held.

Memorial donations may be made to Red Deer Hospice, 99 Arnot Ave., Red Deer, AB T4R 3S6. (403) 309-4344.

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TANGERMAN Shay Clark 1987 - 2015 Shay Clark Tangerman of Red Deer passed away suddenly on Saturday, August 29th, 2015 at the unfair age of 27 years. Shay is survived by his loving parents Daryl and Shauna Tangerman, beloved sisters Shelby Tangerman and Angela Linnell, treasured son Kolby Tangerman, his cherished grandma Norma Tangermann, brother-in-law Steve Bola and his loyal dog Mitzu. He will be greatly missed but always remembered by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and a nephew and countless friends and members of the community.

Shay had a wonderfully bright personality full of passion, charisma and the ability to make everyone laugh and smile. Shay was compassionate and volunteered his time with the Canadian Ski Patrol-Red Deer Division, the SPCA, the Festival of Trees, and other community events. Shay was always active and loved biking, rollerblading, snowboarding, swimming, mountain climbing, hiking, yoga and of course played hockey at the outdoor rinks.

Shay will be remembered for his witty humour, his passion for animals and the outdoors, his active lifestyle and his green thumb. Shay is predeceased by grandparents Lawrence Tangermann, George and Marion Clark, and his Uncles; Wally Jones, Dwayne and Gary Gillies. For those wanting to say goodbye to this amazing son, brother, father, nephew and friend please join us at Parkland Funeral Home, 6287 67A Street (Taylor Drive) Red Deer, on Saturday, September 5th at 1:00 p.m. for a Celebration of his Life.

In lieu of flowers, donations are welcomed for his son Kolby Tangerman’s trust fund at the Royal Bank of Canada, Pines location. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com.

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MACKENZIE Rev. George MacDonald Oct. 23rd, 1931 - Aug. 29th, 2015 Surrounded by family, George went to be with his Lord and Saviour on Saturday, August 29th, 2015 at the age of 83 years. He leaves his wife of 57 years, Mary, four children; Grace (Brian), John (Harriette), Andy (Rosie), and Anna (Ryon), seven grandchildren; David, Heidi, Mark, Iain, Jenna, Aksel, and Haakon, as well as six great-grandchildren.

He is also survived by his sister, Esther (Walter) of Kylesku, Scotland, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. George was born in Lairg, Scotland to Murdo and Elizabeth Mackenzie. At the age of 18, he was conscripted into HM Royal Air Force, serving as an engine mechanic for his two-year term. Upon returning home, he began work as a postman for HM Royal Mail. In his leisure time, he played football (soccer) for Lairg Rovers. His life changed irrevocably on July 16th, 1955 when he committed his life to Jesus Christ, and it became his life’s mission to minister the love of Christ to others.

George married Mary Megahy on March 14th, 1958, and continued in the postal service until 1966, when he entered the Bible Training Institute of Glasgow, Scotland. After graduating, he and Mary ministered as missionary / pastors to three small churches in Caithness, Scotland, until June of 1975 when the family immigrated to Canada, settling in the Blackfalds area in 1979. George served in, and was instrumental in planting, several churches in Western Canada. Pastor George will be remembered for his unconditional love of others, his commitment to serve others as best as he could to demonstrate the love of Christ, and his ability to encourage people, no matter how difficult the circumstances in which they found themselves. He was known to many as the “Mercy Man”, and will be sorely missed. The family would like to express heartfelt thanks to Dr. McKibbin and the staff of the Long Term Care unit at Lacombe Hospital for their care of our beloved Husband, Dad, and Granda over the last 2 years. For those who wish to pay their final respects to Reverend George Mackenzie, visitations will be held at Eventide Funeral Chapel, 4820-45 Street, Red Deer, on Friday, September 4th, 2015 between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. A Celebration of George’s Life will take place at Lacombe Pentecostal Church, 40331 Range Road 27-1, Lacombe, on Saturday, September 5th, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent directly to: Highways-Byways-Centre, 59 Clonmakate Road, Portadown, Craigavon, Northern Ireland, BT62 1T2 or www.highways-byways-missions.org.uk.

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WATSON, HAROLD Feb. 14, 1931 - Sept. 3, 2012 The days are long without you, The nights even longer.

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CLASSIFIEDS 16 Vacancies, $10.25/hr. + benefits. Start ASAP. 403-309-3300 Job description www.timhortons.com Education and experience not req’d.

Apply in person or fax resume to: 403-314-1303

TO ORDER HOME DELIVERY OF THE ADVOCATE CALL OUR CIRCULATION DEPARTMENT 403-314-4300 ADULT or YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED

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 Service Supervisor Req’d permanent shift weekend day and evening both full and part time.

4 Vacancies, $13.75 /hr. + medical, dental, life and vision benefits. Start ASAP. Job description www.timhortons.com Experience 1 yr. to less than 2 yrs.

Apply in person or fax resume to: 403-314-1303

For delivery of Flyers, Wednesday Sales & Distributors and Friday ONLY 2 DAYS A DHI FIELD WEEK TECHNICIAN CLEARVIEW RIDGE CanWest DHI has a Permanent CLEARVIEW Full Time Customer Service Representative position TIMBERSTONE vacancy in the Red Deer LANCASTER and Surrounding Area, Alberta.

VANIER The successful applicant will be responsible for the regular weighing WOODLEA/ and sampling of milk from cows WASKASOO in DHI herds, keeping records and statistical data, and promoting Dairy DEER PARK Herd Improvement.

GRANDVIEW Applicants should have a thorough EASTVIEW knowledge of the Alberta Dairy Industry and excellent interpersonal MICHENER skills. In view of our commitment MOUNTAINVIEW to Electronic Data Capture, PC skills would be a definite asset. A degree/ ROSEDALE

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Call Jamie at 403-314-4306

diploma in agriculture would also be an asset. The above position could require occasional heavy lifting up to 65 lbs.

ADULT or YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED

Written applications containing qualifications, experience and telephone number should be forwarded by September 11, 2015 to: MR. LARRY OUIMET DIRECTOR - HUMAN RESOURCES CANWEST DHI 660 SPEEDVALE AVENUE WEST SUITE 101, GUELPH ON, N1K 1E5 FAX: 1.519.824.1330

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BUSY Central Alberta Grain Trucking Company looking for Class 1 Drivers and/or Lease Operators.

We offer lots of home time, benefits and a bonus program. Grain and super B exp. an asset but not necessary. If you have a clean commercial drivers abstract and would like to start making good money. fax or email resume and comm. abstract to 403-337-3758 or dtl@telus.net

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Help

ACADEMIC Express ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING

FALL START Community Support Worker Program GED Preparation Would you like to take the GED in your community?

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Red Deer Rocky Mtn. House Rimbey Caroline Sylvan Lake Innisfail Stettler Ponoka Lacombe Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available.

403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca

Employment Training

900

SAFETY

Household Furnishings

COUCH with matching chair $100; good condition.

Can deliver in Red Deer area. SOLD LAMPS (2) $25; kitchen table with 4 chairs $125; oversized living room chair, $25. All items good condition.

Can deliver in Red Deer area. 403-304-4672 LARGE TV stand 2’ x 4’ x 18” w/doors and shelves $40 403-346-2192 LAZY Boy recliner, very good cond, green fabric, $200 403-346-3086 LAZYBOY power recliner w/heat & massage controls. Like new. was $1600. $500. obo SOLD LOVESEAT, exc. cond. $200. obo.

Call or text 403-348-3107

WANTED

Antiques, furniture and estates. 342-2514

Stereos TV's, VCRs

TRAINING CENTRE OILFIELD TICKETS

Industries #1 Choice!

403.341.4544

24 Hours Toll Free 1.888.533.4544

Available www.ads-pipe.com Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc., the world’s largest and most innovative manufacturer of HDPE drainage products is expanding and we are currently accepting applications for a certified Class 1 Driver, with a minimum of two (2) years experience.

ADS Drivers are required to safely operate company equipment and provide a high level of customer service, delivering our products within Alberta.

ADS Drivers are required to be drug free and maintain legal transportation paperwork and driving practices. This position requires a valid Class 1 License; with previous off road forklift and shipping /receiving experience a definite asset. We offer quarterly safety bonuses as well as a comprehensive medical plan.

Benefits include: * Company provided Canadian Benefits Package * Voluntary Dental Plan * Life Insurance Option Plan * Short-term/Long-term Disability Policy * Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) and Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP) * Paid Vacation * Quarterly Safety Bonus

R H2S Alive (ENFORM) R First Aid/CPR R Confined Space R WHMIS & TDG R Ground Disturbance R (ENFORM) D&C B.O.P. R D&C (LEL) #204, 7819 - 50 Ave.

1730

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

403-352-8811

“Low Cost” Quality Training

PROFESSIONAL Truck Driver Position

1720

Misc. for Sale

1760

100 VHS movies, $75.

403-885-5020 500 VHS MOVIES, $200.

403-352-8218 BBQ grill on wheels Electric Patio Caddy brand (across from Totem) (across from Rona North) 30” high. Like New. $60.

403-340-8199 COLLECTION of over 1,000 old buttons, $100.

403-885-5020 MOVING must sell all furniture, appls, and misc. items, taking offers CLASSIFICATIONS 403-346-2192 PATIO set, black, 2 chairs 1500-1990 w/arms and table $25 403-986-6321 TEAPOT with creamer & Bicycles sugar, salt & pepper in Cottage house design.

7 pieces. Avon collectible.

MOUTAIN Bike, 12 speed NEW $25. 403-347-5846 $75. 403-341-3099 VINTAGE Royal Doulton Beswick horse, brown shetland Pony, 3 1/2” high Clothing $40; Merrell Ortholite shoes, air cushioned, size LADIES Rieker, size 37 6 1/2, like new $25. white sling leather upper 403-352-8811 shoes, antistress, Dora style, worn once. Reg. $129, Office asking $85. 403-227-2976

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stuff

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Supplies

1800

MENS leather look jacket, size L $15; coveralls size COMPUTER DESK, $25; 44 $10 403-347-5316 can deliver in Red Deer NURSES’ uniforms, area. 403-304-4672 pants & tops. med. to large size. $5 each. (approx. 30) good shape.

Cats 403-347-2526

All applicants are subject to a pre-employment Equipmentphysical and MVR check.

Interested Applicants may Heavy submit a resume, along TRAILERS for sale or rent with a current drivers Job site, office, well site or abstract to: storage. Skidded or Advanced Drainage wheeled. Call 347-7721.

Systems Of Canada Inc. 4316 Gerdts Ave. Blindman Ind. Park Red Deer County, AB. Tools T4S-2A8 Fax: (403) 346-5806 JIG SAW, $25, and E-mail ken.mccutcheon router with bits, $90. @ads-pipe.com 403-782-3847 Position closing date: Sept.7, 2015 MITRE Saw, Delta, $60; Classifieds...costs so little BENCH saw, Delta motorSaves you so much! ized, $125. 403-341-3099

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2 Siamese, 1 Balinese, 1 Burman kittens $50/ea; 403-887-3649

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Sporting Goods

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2 MAN tent in a bag, Sears $30; classic Coleman stove w/stand, 2 burner, windblock, well used, $50 ; Coleman single burner SOLD 403-227-2976 AIR HOCKEY by Sportscraft was $900 new, exc. cond, $195. 403-352-8811 RAFT, rubber, NEW 78 x 48, $40. Propane heater, used 1 lb bottle., Central Alberta’s Largest SKIL saw with lazer guide, $20 ; Coleman coolers $50, and table saw $150.

Car Lot in Classifieds (2) $5. and $20; dartboard 403-782-3847 in wooden case, $15.

VARIETY of miscellaneous 403-341-3099 tools, $20. 403-885-5020

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For delivery of HR@CANWESTDHI.COM Only successful candidates for an Flyers, Wednesday interview will be contacted. and Friday AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ONLY 2 DAYS A EMPLOYER 7142882I5 WEEK TOO MUCH STUFF? ANDERS Let Classifieds help you sell it.

BOWER HIGHLAND GREEN Misc.

INGLEWOOD Travel Help Trades JOHNSTONE Packages Firewood F/T LABORER req., exp.

KENTWOOD GOODMEN with hydro-vac, backhoe, TRAVEL ALBERTA RIVERSIDE and direct drill preferred.

AFFORDABLE ROOFING LTD. Alberta offers Must have valid dr. licence Requires Homestead Firewood SOMETHING MEADOWS and ref. e-mail resume attn: Spruce, Pine - Split. Avail. for everyone.

PINES jason@ttlocates@gmail.com 7 days/wk. 403-304-6472 SLOPED ROOFERS Make your travel LABOURERS plans now.

SUNNYBROOK Looking for a new pet?

B.C. Birch, Aspen, & FLAT ROOFERS Check out Classifieds to Spruce/Pine. Delivery avail.

SOUTHBROOKE find the purrfect pet.

PH. Lyle 403-783-2275 Valid Driver’s Licence WEST LAKE preferred. Fax or email FREE POPLAR logs. You ROOFING LABOURER wegot WEST PARK info@goodmenroofing.ca pick up. Very close to Red REQ’D. 403-314-9516 or (403)341-6722 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!

Call Rick at 403- 314-4303

Sales & Distributors

ADULT CARRIERS NEEDED

Please leave a message or call 403-350-1520.

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Call Joanne at 403- 314-4308

CARRIERS NEEDED

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For CENTRAL ALBERTA LIFE 1 day a week INNISFAIL PENHOLD LACOMBE SYLVAN LAKE OLDS BLACKFALDS PONOKA

Recreation Vehicle Sales Associate We are looking to compliment our sales floor with an ambitious, energetic team player.

Experience in sales would be an asset but not required.

If you are a fit for our team, have the right attitude and follow our core values, we would like to give you the opportunity to grow with us!

Along with daily, weekly, monthly and yearly training, you will enjoy an extensive group benefit plan, allowable holidays in the summer months, and an aggressive pay structure featuring an above industry commission plan, bonus program and multiple incentive programs.

Our team at Vellner Leisure Products looks forward to you joining us.

Come see what we are all about... you will not be disappointed!

Please fax or email your resume to: ronanne.ashton@vellner.com Fax 403.340.8135 1890-49th Ave., Red Deer 7134662H29-I11

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CRAFTSMAN lawnmower Kohler 7.0 HP rear bagger, like new $125 403-347-5873 403-350-1077

Household Furnishings

1720

2 BROWN wooden end tables $100.; tall standing wicker lamp $20 403-346-7825

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GRANDVIEW 4 bdrm., 2 up 2 down, 3 bath 5 appls. large yard, N/S $1400./mo + util. 403-350-4230

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Condos/ Townhouses

SEIBEL PROPERTY 6 locations in Red Deer, 3 bdrms, 1 1/2 bath, appls, starting at $1100. For more info 403-347-7545 or 403-304-7576 CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS

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3 BDRM., no pets, $1000 mo. 403-343-6609 ACROSS from park, 2 bdrm. 4-plex, 1 1/2 bath, 4 appls. Rent $975/mo. d.d. $650. Avail. Sept. 15 or Oct. 1. 403-304-5337 ACROSS from park, Oriole Park, 3 bdrm.

4-plex, 1 1/2 bath, 4 appls.

Rent $1075/mo. d.d. $650.

Avail. Oct. 1 403-304-5337 NORMANDEAU 2 Bdrm. 4-plex. 1.5 bath, 4 appls. $1100. No pets, N/S Quiet adults. 403-350-1717 SYLVAN LAKE, 2 bdrm.

4-plex, 4 appl., rent/$980, dd/$980, adults with ref., n/s, no pets. 403-358-8586

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Suites

2 BDRM. bsmt suite avail. immed. $850 + 1/3 utils.

403-872-3400 2 BDRM. lrg. suite adult bldg, free laundry, very clean, quiet, Avail. now or Oct. 1 $900/mo., S.D. $650. 403-304-5337

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

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NOW RENTING 1 & 2 BDRM. APT’S. 2936 50th AVE. Red Deer Newer bldg. secure entry w/onsite manager, 3 appls., incl. heat & hot water, washer/dryer hookup, infloor heating, a/c., car plug ins & balconies.

Call 403-343-7955 SYLVAN: 4 fully furn. units avail. OCT 1. $1200 to $1400. 403-880-0210.

THE NORDIC

1 & 2 bdrm. adult building, N/S. No pets.

403-596-2444

60+ style of living

Like new $419,900, 3 bdrm. bungalow, huge great room w/wood burning fireplace, wheel chair friendly, all newly reno’d, one blk. from the lake, parking for 3.

Margaret Comeau RE/MAX 403.391.3399

EXCLUSIVE LISTING ON MICHENER HILL.

$450 MO/D.D. incl. every- Fully dev. raised bungalow thing. 403-342-1834 or w/3 bdrs, 2 full baths, hard587-877-1883 after 2:30 wood, recently painted, single garage, 6 appls, COZY Furnished room, $282,900 Call Dale Stuart n/s, $575. 403-466-7979 403-302-3107 Coldwell S.E. House, working M. Banker OnTrack Realty. $475./mo. 403-341-4664

Warehouse Space

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FOR LEASE

RIVERSIDE LIGHT INDUSTRIAL 2400 sq. ft. large 55 x 85 compound 403-350-1777

Mobile Lot

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PADS $450/mo.

Brand new park in Lacombe.

Spec Mobiles. 3 Bdrm., 2 bath. As Low as $75,000.

Down payment $4000. Call at anytime. 403-588-8820

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Acreages

$640,000 Springvale Mountain and city view, 2 storey split, 3 bdrms, 3 family rooms, 3 bath, huge deck, balcony off master, paved drive front/back, att.

28 x 30 garage, fully fenced. Margaret Comeau RE/MAX 403.391.3399

FOUR acres, 10 min. from Red Deer, 1,450 sq. ft. home with 3 car garage, 40’ x 60’ heated shop, exc. water, very well kept yard.

403-357-7635

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Realtors & Services

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FINANCIAL

CLASSIFICATIONS 4400-4430

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Money To Loan

CONSOLIDATE All loans with rates from 2.1% business or personal loan bankruptcy or bad credit ok. Call 438-992-5916

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Houses For Sale

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“COMING SOON” BY

CLASSIFICATIONS 5000-5300

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SUV's

1989 SUZUKI Sidekick 173,000 kms. C/W front winch and tow bar for motorhome. 403-877-1352

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

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309-3300 To Place Your Ad In The Red Deer Advocate Now!

$154,000 Investment or 1st BUYER Next to new! All new appls., flooring, paint.

2 bdrm. 1 bath, condo fee $230. New windows and shingles recently, Margaret Comeau RE/MAX 403.391.3399

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services To Advertise Your Business or Service Here

Call Classifieds 403-309-3300 classifieds@reddeeradvocate.com

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INDIVIDUAL & BUSINESS Accounting, 30 yrs. of exp. with oilfield service companies, other small 1/2 DUPLEX, 2 bdrm. c/w businesses and individuals RW Smith, 346-9351 stove/fridge, no pets, n/’s, 40+, $800 rent + utils., $800 s.d., 403-348-0241 EASTVIEW 3 BDRM. Contractors house, recently reno’d, fin. bsmt., 4 appls., no pets.

BLACK CAT CONCRETE 403-848-4618 Garage/Patios/RV pads Sidewalks/Driveways Dean 403-505-2542

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BRIDGER CONST. LTD. We do it all! 403-302-8550

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS

DALE’S Home Reno’s Free estimates for all your reno needs. 403-506-4301

STARS FOUNDATION

Massage Therapy

1280

BODY BALANCING, Hot Stone. 403-352-8269 TOO MUCH STUFF? Let Classifieds help you sell it.

FANTASY SPA

Elite Retreat, Finest in VIP Treatment.

10 - 2am Private back entry

403-341-4445

Misc.

Services

1290

5* JUNK REMOVAL

Property clean up 505-4777

Help Save Lives... Be a STARS Fundraiser

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FACE-TO-FACE FUNDRAISERS REQUIRED

Contact: 1.877.778.8288 or calendar@stars.ca or bdickson@stars.ca

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SERGE’S HOMES

FOR RENT • 3000-3200 WANTED • 3250-3390 Accounting

You have the chance to impact those in your community.... You can make a difference with STARS Calendar sales!

This position is for those who have a huge heart, articulate, goal oriented, and love meeting new people.

Sell calendars D2D (door to door) in your community with the annual STARS Air Ambulance Calendar Campaign. $14/hour plus bonus Flexible Hours • Local Territory

403.392.6751

GLENDALE reno’d 2 bdrm. apartments, avail. immed, rent $875 403-596-6000

CLASSIFICATIONS

Houses/ Duplexes

Brand new rental community.

Reserve now for your choice of suite!

1&2 BDRMs from $1170.

In-suite laundry. Dishwasher.

Balcony. Pet friendly.

Elevator. Parking avail.

Gym. Community garden.

Non-smoking. On-site mgmt.

39 Van Slyke Way, Red Deer

AVAIL. IMMED. large 2 bdrm. in clean quiet adult building, near downtown Co-Op, no pets, 403-348-7445

LARGE, 1 & 2 BDRM. SUITES. 25+, adults only n/s, no pets 403-346-7111

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Houses For Sale

VANIER WOODS NOW OPEN

Rooms For Rent

SOUTHWOOD PARK 3110-47TH Avenue, 2 & 3 bdrm. townhouses, generously sized, 1 1/2 baths, fenced yards, full bsmts. 403-347-7473, Sorry no pets. www.greatapartments.ca

4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes

3060

Suites

CLASSIFICATIONS 1000-1430

rentals

Deer. 403-392-8385.

Garden Supplies

JOIN OUR TEAM!

For early morning delivery by 6:30 am Mon. - Sat. INGLEWOOD ORIOLE PARK ANDERS

CallDebbie at 403- 314-4307

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Entertainment

DANCE DJ SERVICES 587-679-8606

Handyman Services

7137121H31-I11

850

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Houses/ Duplexes

1200

DUMP RUNS, ODD JOBS, METAL P/U 403 550 2502

Moving & Storage

1300

MOVING? Boxes? Appls. removal. 403-986-1315

Painters/

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BEAT THE RUSH! Book Decorators now for your home projects.

Reno’s, flooring, painting, small concrete/rock work, JG PAINTING, 25 yrs. exp.

Free Est. 403-872-8888 landscaping, small tree cutting, fencing & decking. Classifieds...costs so little Call James 403-341-0617 Saves you so much!

Personal Services

1315

INTERESTED in host/hosting an e-cigarette sales party? Call Doug 587-272-2543

Roofing

1370

PRECISE ROOFING LTD. 15 Yrs. Exp., Ref’s Avail.

WCB covered, fully Licensed & Insured.

403-896-4869 QUALITY work at an affordable price. Joe’s Roofing. Re-roofing specialist. Fully insured.

Insurance claims welcome.

10 yr. warranty on all work.

403-350-7602

Seniors’ Services

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HELPING HANDS Home Supports for Seniors.

Cooking, cleaning, companionship. At home or facility. 403-346-7777

Yard Care

1430

FALL cleanup. Tree/junk removal. Snow removal contracts welcome 403-358-1614

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THURSDAY, SEPT.3, 2015

Protecting bull trout It didn’t really need one more headline to convince anyone that we are into a plague of public and private vandalism against trout streams.

But the front page Mary-Ann Barr story, “Trout Stream at Risk,” and shocking pictures in the August 22nd issue of The Red Deer Advocate hit me hard, reviving long-lost memories of a former paradise that is now being destroyed.

The subhead to The AdBOB vocate’s story SCAMMELL offers a good summary: “People illegally driving their off-highway vehicles near Fall Creek are damaging an important bull trout spawning area.”

Ahhhh … Fall (or Falls) Creek. Many years ago, about this time of year, a few anglers would find their way in to the alpine meadow creek that is a tributary to the Ram River.

Once in a while someone would have to lug an early spawner, 10 lbs. or so, out of there.

The trick was getting in there … the first time.

Rumour had it that the odd gent or two had driven their 4WD rigs (ATVs had not yet been misbegotten) in there with only minor mechanical damage.

But most of us had to know from the sworn testimony of a trusted someone who had hiked in, exactly where it was that you parked your rig to get started on the maze of intersecting cut lines and trails.

I hiked twice into Fall Creek. On the two trips I averaged three hours each way, but that was because of the number of wrong turns and supposed

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“shortcuts” on the first trip. On the second trip in, I had spare time to catch dozens of juvenile bull trout, but no big spawners yet, in a gorgeous little bull trout stream that reminded me of Elk Creek (tributary to the Clearwater River) before they turned in the cattle and planted brown trout.

Now, aided and abetted by a Sunpine Forest Products logging road, the hopeless ATV addicts are easily, literally, and illegally getting into Fall Creek, disturbing and silting its spawning gravels, slowly, relentlessly and inevitably destroying an important bull trout spawning and rearing stream for the lower Ram River (below the falls) and the connected North Saskatchewan and Clearwater Rivers.

Alberta’s fish emblem, the bull trout, may be a big, tough, rough critter, but its fatal flaw is that, to survive as a species, it needs cold, clear water and silt-free gravels in which to spawn, and until we identify and protect the critical spawning streams, the ultimate extinction of the bull trout in Alberta is inevitable.

The bull trout has one other fatal flaw: appetite; he, or she’d swallow herself tail-first, but I’m aware of only one Alberta bull trout spawning and rearing stream where that became a problem. Back in the early ’50s too many people were taking 20 per day possession limits of 10-to-14 inch bull trout from the North Fork of the Belly River until few were left.

Eventually it was discovered that the North Fork was the key spawning and rearing stream for bull trout in the entire Belly River system, and several jurisdictions, Alberta, Parks Canada, Glacier Park, the state of Montana and the Blood Nation combined to close it to angling.

Recently Hidden Creek has been much in the news, the key bull trout spawning-rearing stream for the Oldman River watershed having been seriously damaged for those purpose by rapacious clearcut logging practices.

Photo by BOB SCAMMELL/Freelance

A juvenile bull trout from its spawning-rearing river.

Expect the ATV mud-bogging boneheads to move in and finish the job.

The Muskeg River, arguably Alberta’s finest bull trout river, has been destroyed, first by a government too gutless to stop native poaching, and now mindless energy and forestry is destroying the river, again to be followed by the ATV army.

Surely, if we know the relatively few small headwaters streams where our threatened and endangered provincial fish is spawned and reared, it is long past time that we totally closed them and their general areas to what is destroying them: rapacious energy and forestry practices and those who enjoy, but destroy our outdoors, but only while transported and enthroned on their Kamikaze 500s.

While considering closed areas and bans, we should not forget the jet boat-

ers who, with their nautical cocktail lounges, are churning up the spawning gravels and disturbing the peace of other users of our larger rivers, floaters, paddlers, and anglers.

I have accepted that there are cherished places I’ll never see again because I can’t walk. But I don’t even want to see — or fish — Fall Creek again in the shape it’s in: being destroyed by big-butted boneheads on noisy, smelly ATVs. We have to get back to where there are places so precious, known bull trout spawning streams, for starters, that they are reserved for upright outdoors people who get there by the tiny environmental footprint of their own muscle power.

Bob Scammell is an award-winning columnist who lives in Red Deer. He can be reached at bscam@telusplanet.net.

Gardening at the end of the summer As summer winds down, so does the and other insects. garden.

Morden mums, Chrysanthemum, Annuals will still provide colour if are a hardy hybrid that was developed they have been watered, fertilized and at the government research station in deadheaded when needed.

Morden, Man. There are perennials that look The plants, like all chrysanthemums, terrific at present time but not as many are light sensitive. as earlier in the season.

For the best blooms, plant in full Rosehips and berries also add sun and rich soil. colour and interest to the yard.

Expect the plants to form buds and The following are a few of the late begin to bloom near the end of August. blooming perennials: globe thistle, There are a variety of flower colours false sunflower, available, but yellow and purple golden glow, appear to be the most common. thyme, mums, Monkshood, Aconitum, comes in a monkshood and number of colours. Purple and white/ Joe-Pye weed. blue are heritage varieties.

Globe thistle, The plant will bloom in full sun or Echinops, shade the difference being the size of grows best in plant and the time of bloom. Plants full sun. It may are usually sturdy enough not to need occasionally to be staked. seed but is Monkshood grow in clumps similar most often to the globe flower. The plant is poipropagated in sonous if eaten or the juices pressed the garden by into an open wound. division.

Joe-Pye weed, Eupatorium purThe root pureum, is native to North America. It LINDA clumps should does best in moist, rich soil and does TOMLINSON be divided not tolerate drought. when the plants The pink/purple flowers appear become too in late August on stems that grow belarge or the tween 4 and 6 feet (1.2-1.83 metres) in center begins to die out. height.

The blue flowers are ball shaped When planning for late season and can be dried or left on the plant to colour, look at the berries and or rose add to the winter landscape. hips. Rosehips add colour throughout F a l s e s u n f l o w e r , H e l i o p s i s the fall and winter. helianthoides, has a large yellow Berries add colour until they are double daisy like flower with a brown eaten. center.

Some berries, such as the Nanking It begins blooming at the end of July cherry are quickly consumed by birds. and provides colour into September if At this time of year, the garden can deadheaded regularly. The plant grows still be inviting. best in a sunny spot in average soil.

Take time to enjoy it.

When the soil it rich the plant grows Linda Tomlinson is a horticulturalist that lives near Rocky Mountain House. taller and has weaker stems.

As with the globe thistle, split when needed.

Golden glow, Rebeckia laciniata, is an old heritage plant that grows Powered by up to 6 feet (2.7 metres) Central Alberta’s tall. career site The yellow blooms of choice. begin after the middle of August and continue until the snow or a hard frost kills the plant.

This plant spreads by underground rhizomes but is easily controlled by splitting it regularly or planting it in heavy soil.

Plant in full sun.

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LUANN Sept. 3 1999 — Mario Lemieux’s ownership group officially took over the NHL’s Pittsburgh Penguins. Lemieux became the first player in the modern era of sports to buy the team he had once played for.

1979 — CFMT-TV goes on the air, broadcasting in 26 languages to an audience of 4.5 million. It is the world’s first full-time, private multi-lingual TV station.

1962 — John Diefenbaker officially opens the Trans-Canada Highway at Rogers Pass. The highway stretches over 7,680 km from coast to coast.

1939 — Britain declares war on Germany two days after the Nazi invasion of Poland 1916 — Allies turn back the Germans in the First World War Battle of Verdun.

1894 — Labour Day officially celebrated in Canada for the first time.

1864 — John A. Macdonald and George-Etienne Cartier outline the arguments in favour of Confederation to the maritime delegates.

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Self-centered boss annoying employees Dear Annie: I work in an office with nine other people.

For some reason, my boss likes to share every boring detail of her personal life with us.

We smile, listen politely and laugh at her “hilarious” anecdotes.

This might be bearable if she showed any interest in our lives, but she MITCHELL doesn’t. & SUGAR Occasionally, with one foot out the door, she will ask, “How are you doing?” but it’s obvious she wants a quick answer at most. If she joins a conversation already in progress, she takes over and seems compelled to top whoever is speaking.

She always has a bigger, better, fun-

nier or more dramatic story, at least in her mind.

Why does she do this?

She is bright, talented and accomplished in many aspects of life.

Why the need to be the star?

She constantly has to send the message: “My life is exciting, your life is nothing.”

I hope people will read this and ask themselves how much time they spend talking about themselves compared to how much time they spend listening to others.

Is there anything we can do to change this?— Arizona Dear Arizona: Your boss, like many outwardly successful people, still harbors deep insecurities.

This is why she feels the need to prove that she is the most important and interesting person in the room.

And because she is so focused on her own behavior, she has few brain cells left to devote to her staff’s personal lives, nor, frankly, does she need to.

Your personal lives are not her business.

But she is still your employer and if this is the worst thing she does, we’d put up with it.

You are handling it perfectly —you smile, listen politely and laugh when called for.

It’s annoying, but harmless. Just try not to roll your eyes.

Dear Annie: In general, I agree that a guest should not put a bride or groom “on the spot” by asking to bring a date.

But I’d like to mention a time when it worked.

My partner and his daughter had been estranged for many years.

One of the best things to happen was when his daughter’s fiance, a wonderful man, facilitated a reconciliation.

Part of the reconciliation was an invitation to their wedding.

After receiving the invitation, we had dinner with the fiance.

We felt we hadlittle choice but to confirm that, as the father’s partner, I was included in the invitation because my name was not on it.

The fiance said yes.

We’ll never know if that was simply

his decision at the time, but had I not also been welcome, it would have undone all the work of reconciliation.

I attended with my partner, everyone was delightful, and a great, celebratory time was had by all. —A North Carolina Gay Partner Dear N.C.: Your situation is not the same as someone asking to bring a “plus one.”

Established partners should always be included in such invitations. Nor was your partner asking to bring you.

He was only clarifying the situation, which is perfectly fine. That fiance sounds like a gem. We are so glad he helped reconcile father and daughter, and that you are both welcome members of the family.

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Photography studio owner Joseph Gidjunis, was snapping photos of them in Dilworth Plaza, next to City Hall, when they heard the buzz of about 3,000 bicycles approaching.

Delson and Cohen decided not to wait for the cyclists to pass before continuing with their photos. She grabbed handfuls of her tulle and lace dress and scurried toward the cyclists half a block away, and he followed.

“We saw them,” Delson said Monday, “and I sprinted in my heels and my wedding gown and decided to get in on the action.”

Cohen lifted Delson and twirled her around, and together they high-fived the nude cyclists, who serenaded them with cheers.

“We thought it was hilarious,” Delson said.

Gidjunis, who used to take news photos and now primarily does events and portraits, took about 100 photos, many while bike riders were stopped at a red light. Cohen and Delson loved them.

“They captured the moment per-

fectly,” Cohen said.

The cyclists, some nude and others in body paint or underwear, seemed to have a good time, too, smiling and flashing peace signs for the couple.

Organizers of the annual bike event, which is related to the World Naked Bike Ride movement, say they hope it encourages people to bike more and to embrace nudity as a normal and enjoyable part of life.

Cohen and Delson, who are headed to Hawaii on Tuesday for their honeymoon, said they already know how they’ll explain the R-rated wedding photos to their kids one day: “When it’s your day,” Cohen said, “just love life and embrace the moment.”

the traditional Islamic call to prayer to mention Facebook.

Instead of saying “prayer is better than sleep” twice during the dawn prayer, Sheikh Mahmoud Maghazi of Beheira province allegedly said: “Prayer is better than Facebook.”

The issue drew nationwide attention when he defended himself against shouted accusations on one of Egypt’s most-watched television talk shows, called 10 PM. Talk show hosts play a major role in leading public opinion in Egypt, where a quarter of the population is illiterate. The Religious Endowments Ministry ordered an investigation after locals complained last week, senior ministry official Mohamed Abdelrazik said. That prompted Maghazi to go on hunger strike and deny that he made the reference.

“I don’t know what Facebook is and I don’t know how it is spelled,” he swore to the silver-haired host, Wael el-Ibrashy. Maghazi went on to charge his accusers with being members of the banned Muslim Brotherhood group.

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BRIEF 3,000 Philly Naked Bike Ride participants cruise through couple’s wedding day photo shoot PHILADELPHIA — Here comes the bride all dressed in white. And, don’t look now, but here come thousands of bicyclists not dressed in anything.

Nude and body-painted participants from this year’s Philly Naked Bike Ride cruised through the wedding day photo shoot of lovebirds Ross Cohen and Blair Delson. The couple, who got married Saturday evening, spent the afternoon before their wedding taking photos at romantic spots around the city. Their wedding photographer, JPG

HOROSCOPES Thursday, September 3 CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DATE: Garrett Hedlund, 30; Charlie Sheen, 49; Noah Baumbach, 46 THOUGHT OF THE DAY: Strive to communicate carefully and creatively today.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: You are incredibly versatile with a wide variety of talents.

The next 12 months is the time JOANNE to include friends MADELEINE and family in your MOORE creative plans and projects.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Relationship issues can be worked through, as long as you keep the lines of communication open.

When it comes to a child, you may have to listen to something over and over again.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): The Moon’s travelling through earthy Taurus so it’s a wonderful day to cook, garden, do craftwork or tackle DIY jobs around the house. Take the time to communicate clearly and concisely.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): All talk and no action will annoy others today Twins.

By all means discuss your ideas but then the Taurus Moon encourages you to be productive and actually put your ideas into practice.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): It’s a battle between head and heart today Crabs, as you

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sort through conflicting information.

Venus is still in retrograde mode, so handle relationship misunderstandings with extra tact.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Expect a personal project to go somewhat haywire, as retrograde Venus leaves you wondering what on earth is going on!

A pinch or two of patience will help you muddle through.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Has someone criticized you unfairly?

Don’t worry and obsess about it — just take it on the chin Virgo. Then put your head down and get on with the job at hand. There’s so much to do!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): With Venus in retrograde mode, comfort eating is a danger at the moment so try to employ some restraint.

Nurture yourself in other ways via a relaxing massage or getting your hair done.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Do you feel under increasing pressure?

It’s time to walk the middle path, as you strive to get the ratio right between work demands and relationship responsibilities. Balance is the key.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You know what you want to do, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll do it!

Mysterious motivations are driving you at the moment, so who knows what road you’ll end up travelling on.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The productive Taurus Moon helps you power through work projects, and impress others with your professional persona.

But keep a personal project under wraps until it’s more concrete.

Cleric accused of mentioning Facebook in traditional call to prayer CAIRO — Egyptians in a Nile Delta province were outraged on Sunday after a cleric allegedly changed a line in AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Aquarians love nothing better than a vigorous and volatile debate.

With fiery Mars and retrograde Venus both visiting your relationship zone — you’re even more controversial than usual!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You’ll make the most of the day if you are creative, curi-

Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@ comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.

ous, cooperative and kind.

Things won’t go according to preconceived plans so keep your Piscean adaptability muscles well-flexed.

Joanne Madeline Moore is an internationally syndicated astrologer and columnist. Her column appears daily in the Advocate.

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