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Reyes wins reprieve

Lightning season puts the zap on region

SHOOTING VICTIM ALLOWED TO STAY IN CANADA FOR THREE MORE YEARS

BY MARY-ANN BARR ADVOCATE STAFF With peak lightning season in Central Alberta only about two weeks away, Environment Canada is reminding everyone to head indoors when thunder roars.

July is the month that most lightning occurs and the last two weeks of June is second highest.

Red Deer saw a total of 22,098 lightning strikes (within 25 km) from 1999 to 2013. That compares with Edmonton, which had 32,894, and Calgary at 22,121. Victoria, B.C., had a mere 843 strikes in the same period, according to Environment Canada, noting also that this week is Lightning Safety Week.

Meteorologist Kirk Torneby said Tuesday that one of the busiest areas in Canada for lightning is Alberta’s foothills, where on average there are about 300,000 strikes per year.

The big driver of thunderstorms in Alberta is the uneven heating of the terrain to the west, which also leads to moisture changes. A little moist air at low levels is usually one of the main trigger points, Torneby said.

Crops are another bigger contributing factor as during the day they add moisture to the air through evapotranspiration, Torneby said.

Thunderstorms are starting to pop up again, he said, adding that there is some potential this week for scattered ones in the area. Environment Canada’s Lightning Danger Map was showing activity late Tuesday afternoon northwest of Red Deer.

“Any electrified storm has that potential to cause safety issues for people,” said Torneby.

BY MARY-ANN BARR ADVOCATE STAFF A temporary foreign worker severely injured when he was shot during an attempted robbery in Red Deer three years ago no longer has to leave Canada and return to the Philippines this summer.

Jaysen Arancon Reyes, 28, said Tuesday that he was very happy that he was recently granted a three-year work permit by Citizenship and Immigration Canada.

Reyes had come to Red Deer in May 2013 under a two-year Temporary Foreign Worker permit to work at the Fas Gas in West Park. But that September, a would-be robber fired a sawed-off shotgun into Reyes’ face.

Reyes suffered permanent injuries to his hands and face, setting off numerous surgeries as well as psychological counselling for the trauma and depression. His employer, Parkland Fuel Corp., has been by his side for much of the way since, offering legal and other help. The man who shot Reyes was eventually sentenced to nine years in prison.

Since Reyes was unable to work after the shooting, he was granted a temporary visitor visa that was to expire this Aug. 30. However, he said that after his story appeared in the Red Deer Advocate in March, he was contacted by an Immigration officer and eventually granted a new three-year temporary foreign worker permit.

File photo by JEFF STOKOE/Advocate staff

Jaysen Reyes was shot during an attempted robbery Sept. 11, 2013, at the Fas Gas at 55A Ave. and 43 Street in Red Deer.

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Drunk driver gets 60 days in jail for third offence

BY BRENDA KOSSOWAN ADVOCATE STAFF An alcoholic who caused a three-vehicle crash near Sylvan Lake two years ago will serve weekends in jail and lose his driving privileges for two more years.

Sylvan Lake business owner Robert Ritchie, 41, was arrested at the scene on June 12, 2014, when RCMP were called to a collision on Hwy 20 at the Aspelund Road, three kilometres north of Jarvis Bay. Police determined that a Porsche Carrera was speeding north on Hwy 20 when it slammed into the back end of a Volkswagen car, pushing it into the path of an oncoming semi.

In an agreed statement of facts read for Judge John Holmes in Red Deer provincial court on Tuesday, Crown prosecutor Randy McDonald said that

there were no major injuries as a result of the collision.

Tested for blood alcohol levels back at the detachment, Ritchie blew .320 — four times the legal limit of .08 (80 milligrams of alcohol per 100 millilitres of blood).

He was charged with impaired driving, driving while over the legal limit and dangerous driving. In court on Tuesday and represented by defence counsel Will Willms, he pleaded guilty to the second charge. The other two were withdrawn as a result. In Canada, people arrested for impaired driving and driving over the legal limit can be convicted of either offence, but not both.

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MacDonald noted in offering the recommendation that Ritchie had two prior convictions for similar offences in Ontario, dated in 2003 and 2006, and had served 21 days in prison for the second offence.

While those two convictions are “somewhat dated,” they should be considered in sentencing, said MacDonald.

Speaking on his client’s behalf, Willms said Ritchie has recognized that he has a serious addiction and has taken steps to change his life, including joining Alcoholics Anonymous, making regular contact with his sponsor and taking treatment from a private psychologist based in Calgary.

“He is well aware that his days of alcohol consumption are over,” said Willms, explaining that Ritchie would benefit from a period of probation to

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help him get the counselling he needs to deal with his addiction.

In his address to the court, Ritchie apologized for his actions, said he was thankful that no one was seriously hurt and admitted that he had slipped up twice since the collision.

Ritchie said that besides being the sole income earner for his wife and child, he has seven employees who rely on him for their livelihood.

Holmes said he found the sentencing submissions to be reasonable, sentencing Ritchie to 60 days in jail to be served on weekends, starting July 1. He prohibited him from driving in Canada for two years, placed him on 18 months of probation and, as a condition of his probation, ordered that he pay $1,500 by Dec. 31 in restitution to the driver of the Volkswagen for costs not covered by insurance. bkossowan@reddeeradvocate.com.

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Shoeboxes a ‘warm welcome’ OPERATION WELCOME TO CANADA GAVE 80 CARE PACKAGES TO SYRIAN REFUGEES

BY SUSAN ZIELINSKI ADVOCATE STAFF Operation Welcome to Canada distributed 80 care packages for young Syrian refugees and other immigrants who arrived in Red Deer since January.

Donations to the project, developed

by Grade 9 student Kaitlyn Borchers, filled a total of 250 shoeboxes for babies to 18-year-olds with age-appropriate personal items like toothbrushes and toothpaste, along with small toys, story books, colouring books, journals, scarves and more.

Remaining shoeboxes will be distributed by Catholic Social Services and Central Alberta Refugee Effort throughout the year as immigrants arrive.

Borchers, a student at St. Francis of Assisi School, said she wants to continue the project again next January and hopes to expand it to include more immigrants moving into communities outside Red Deer.

She said the boxes are like “a warm welcome to them and show them that we appreciate that they’re here.”

Borchers started the project when she learned more about the crisis in Syria and that some Syrian refugees were coming to the city.

Red Deer was quick to respond, she said.

“The generosity from people and citizens and businesses is quite overwhelming and shows that people think of (Syrians) as equals,” Borchers, 15, said on Tuesday.

About $1,330 was also raised to purchase items for the boxes.

Some students decorated shoeboxes that they donated before filling them up. Borchers recalled that one young girl wrote “You are as beautiful as a flower” on the shoebox that she donated.

Some students included handmade

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Kaitlyn Borehers with two of the many boxes she has put together for refugee children that have resettled in Central Alberta.

Lacombe home named a municipal historic resource A 1948 home in Lacombe has been designated a municipal historic resource.

The house located at 5450 49th Ave. was built for Ormiston and Margret Young and is still owned by the family.

The bungalow is considered an example of a modest post-Second World War home that would have been a typical house for the average family in the 1950s. It has Colonial Revival influences and was considered a modern design in its day.

“Such homes were popular with

notes that said things like: “I hope you love Canada as much as I love Canada.”

Borchers said because of some of the negative attitudes surrounding the Syrian refugee effort a few people did

question her project, but that didn’t discourage her because everyone deserves to be helped.

“If we were fleeing to another country because there was something wrong with ours, we would want peo-

ple to welcome us with open arms.”

middle-class families after the Second World War due to their affordability and modern and comfortable style,” says city planner Jennifer Kirchner.

This home is the first residence to be designated a historic municipal resource. Other sites include the historic downtown blacksmith shop and St. Andrew’s United Church.

Lacombe has been documenting and cataloguing its historic buildings since 2009 through the creation of the Municipal Heritage Survey and a Municipal Heritage Inventory. Council adopted a Heritage Management Plan in 2013.

Fifty-five significant sites were identified for the inventory.

Two other sites are expected to be named as historic resources soon, including a commercial building known as the Kanngiesser Building that was built in 1907 at 4923 50 Avenue as part of the triangular flat iron block.

The other is the Michener House, at 5036 51st Street. Originally built in 1894, an addition was added in 1918 and a porch sometime before 1940.

The Michener House is the oldest remaining documented building in Lacombe today and is open to visitors as a museum.

Once designated a Municipal

Historic Resource, a building or site’s key “character defining elements” are protected.

Any alterations must be approved by the Heritage Resources Committee.

ally start looking at yourself as a whole human being rather than just fixating on this one aspect of your life. That goes equally for the person with the eating disorder or the family members.

When you have an eating disorder in your family it can become all consuming and really take over every aspect of everyone’s lives.”

She said self care is an important part of surviving the illness because it typically takes people about seven years to recover from an eating disorder.

“That’s a long haul. People really need to make sure they’re practising compassionate self care, taking time for themselves and exploring other ways to fulfill those needs.”

Six different Red Deer facilitators will be teaching the program. Cost is $60 for all six sessions that will be held from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Red Deer Public Schools administration office, 4747 53rd St. A support group for people with eating disorders will also run in Red Deer this summer. Six weekly meetings will be held Wednesdays from June 29 to Aug. 10 at the Family and Community Support Services, 5409 50th Ave. Cost is $60 for all six sessions.

For more information or to register online go to www.edsna.ca.

Eating disorder support network promotes healthy coping strategies A new Red Deer program for those battling eating disorders as well as their parents, partners or loved ones focuses on developing healthy coping strategies.

Six Approaches to Self Care, offered

by Eating Disorder Support Network of Alberta, introduces participants to music, yoga, mindfulness, journaling, art and drama. Six weekly two-hour meetings will be held Wednesdays from July 6 to Aug. 10.

“Hopefully by introducing people to these six different approaches, with six different facilitators who are all very skilled, they can find something that might work for them,” said Sue Huff, EDSNA executive director.

She said support group goes beyond eating disorders.

“It’s a chance to kind of step away from focusing on the illness and actu-

For more information about the project visit http://rdcrs.ca/faith/operation-welcome-to-canada. szielinski@reddeeradvocate.com

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BY PAUL COWLEY ADVOCATE STAFF

Firefighters from Lacombe and Ponoka are in Paraguay to provide training on a donated truck.

A former Mirror fire truck was previously shipped to the South American country along with bunker gear, tools and other equipment.

It’s the second time the Lacombe Firefighters Association has organized a fire engine donation to Paraguay. Last year, a truck from Clive went to the community of Caazapá and was followed by a pair of Lacombe firefighters, who provided training.

When Mirror’s engine was due to be retired, local firefighters saw another opportunity to help their Paraguayan comrades. Ths truck will go to Artigas, a community about 100 km further down the highway from Caazapá.

Lacombe Fire Lieut. Uwe Kurth, who was born and raised in Paraguay, has been a key organizer and is returning to his former homeland to act as interpreter and trainer. Drayton Bussiere, deputy fire chief in Lacombe, and Ponoka Fire Department’s Deputy Chief Kelsey Hycha are also making the trip.

The firefighters will train their Paraguyan counterparts over the next couple of weeks before returning to Canada in late June, says Lacombe Fire Department Chief Ed vanDelden.

Having a relatively modern fire engine will be a huge improvement for Artigas. Firefighters there often have to battle blazes in their street clothes armed with power washers and hand tools.

Kurth said previously the goal is to train Artigas’s firefighters like their Caazapá colleagues so both fire departments can work together while responding to the dozens of calls a year on the highway between the communities that is being paved.

Central Alberta firefighters raised thousands of dollars and collected donated equipment to outfit the truck. Artigas raised thousands of dollars to cover the cost of shipping the truck to South America.

Ponoka Fire Department has some additional fundraising events planned this summer to cover travel and other expenses from the project. pcowley@reddeeradvocate.com

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Province organizes centralized donation Edmonton doctor’s appeal of sex assault drive for residents of Fort McMurray conviction on patient turned down EDMONTON — Alberta is organizing a centralized donation program for residents of fire-ravaged Fort McMurray and says it will avoid mistakes from the Slave Lake fire when new clothes ended up in the garbage dump.

Municipal Affairs Minister Danielle Larivee said Tuesday that if Fort McMurray receives more donations than needed, items will be redirected to other charities.

“We certainly would work with other charities to do that, recognizing that everyone would like to see those in the hands of people who need them,” she said. “If for some reason Fort McMurray residents do not need those, we’ll make sure someone who does gets them.”

Residents of Fort McMurray were allowed to return earlier this month, four weeks after a wildfire cut the city in two and forced more than 80,000 residents to flee.

The fire destroyed one-tenth of the city, including homes, businesses and schools.

A similar fire destroyed one-third of Slave Lake in 2011. In the months that followed, some donations, including new clothes for children, were found in the landfill after they went unclaimed.

Larivee said the province will work with the Adventist Development and Relief Agency to coordinate the collection and distribution of donations as the focus shifts to long-term aid.

EDMONTON — The Alberta Court of Appeal has denied a doctor’s appeal of his sexual assault conviction.

Ismail Taher voluntarily stopped practising medicine after he was found guilty of groping an 18-yearold woman who went to a medicentre in Sherwood Park about a possibly infected nose piercing in August 2013.

The woman said he massaged her breasts and touched her buttocks while looking at her other piercings.

Taher was sentenced to 12 months probation and told to pay $500 in restitution.

The trial judge ruled the woman’s testimony was credible and he rejected the doctor’s version of events due to “sparse notes, his failure to respond directly to critical questions, and his manner of responding that left her with “the impression that he was being evasive on certain critical points.”

The justices ruled there was no errors in the judge’s ruling and dismissed Taher’s appeal.

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Cenovus significantly scales up caribou protection efforts with $32M project CALGARY — Cenovus is planning a $32-million project that aims to restore the habitat of dwindling caribou populations around its oilsands sites in northeastern Alberta over the next 10 years.

Decades of industry activity in the region have sliced up the boreal forest where the animals live, creating openings that make them more vulnerable to predators.

The Calgary-based company has been working since 2008 on pilot projects to help protect the threatened species.

The new project aims to replant forests along old access roads and seismic lines in an area covering 3,900 square kilometres — more than 10 times what the company has accomplished through its earlystage work.

The company’s move comes a week after the Alberta government released a draft plan that calls for the protection of an additional 18,000 square kilometres of caribou habitat, bringing the provincewide total to 49,000 square kilometres.

The provincial plan also involves working with industry to ensure the restoration of 10,000 kilometres of industry-caused land disturbances in caribou habitat the western part of the province.

The population of the Cold Lake caribou herd in northeastern Alberta, whose habitat range overlaps with Cenovus oilsands sites, is estimated at 150 animals and numbers are dropping.

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for young grasses to munch on and that, in turn, attracts predators such as wolves and bears, said Jon Mitchell, the company’s vice president of environment and sustainability.

“And it just so happens that they stumble across caribou as well and that’s caused a lot of the issue,” he said in an interview. “Caribou aren’t used to having that kind of predator density there and their strategy tends to be to hide and that hasn’t worked very well.”

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Harrison Choy and Natalia Ganson played together as part of a tuba quartet, which also included Lane Friars and Evan Schollie, at Lindsay Thurber High School on Tuesday night. The four musicians were performing at the school during an evening of Chamber Ensemble music in the band room. Also included in the evening performances was the percussion ensemble, which included students Daniel Berday, Chad Lorrain, Lane Petrosenko, Ethan Rose and Evan Schollie.

Tonight the final dance performance will take place in the drama studio of the school. Contemp.

Dance 25/35 and Tech 15/35 will present their final performance of the year. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., performance begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 at the door.

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Sylvan Lake council wants more time to review a committee’s recommendations for major boosts to mayor and councillor pay cheques.

The independent committee in charge of reviewing council pay recommended the mayor’s total compensation, including per diems and benefits, be boosted by 20 per cent to $66,885 from $55,411.

Councillors’ compensation would increase just under 15 per cent to $34,604 from $30,100.

Town communications officer Joanne Gaudet said after lengthy debate council asked staff on Monday to review its SEAN MCINTYRE remuneration policy and report back at the July 11 meeting.

Much of the debate focused on the mayor’s position and whether compensation — even with the proposed pay hike — reflected the workload for what amounts to a full-time job although it still considered part-time work.

Gaudet said while there is support for a pay increase council still has questions about what it should be and how it should be determined.

The committee recommended the increases after comparing salary scales in 11 similar-sized communities. Mayor Sean McIntyre’s compensation is significantly below the market average and ninth of 11 communities. Only the mayors of Beaumont and Strathmore made less in total compensation with the average being $63,458.

In its analysis, the committee recommended the mayor’s base salary be increased 30 per cent to $48,830.

“Even though the increase to the mayor’s base salary may represent a high percentage to achieve the market average, it was noted the demands of the position are always increasing, as Sylvan Lake continues to grown and evolve at a rapid pace,” says the minutes of the remuneration committee’s meeting.

The committee said the increase was warranted but its members were “also aware of the difficult current economic climate.”

It is important that compensation reflect the position’s workload and responsibilities to continue to attract qualified applicants, the committee says.

A similar rationale was applied to proposed councillor compensation increases.

Councillors took home less than all but four communities; Beaumont, Lacombe, Camrose and Strathmore. Total councillor compensation of $30,100 was below the average of $33,295.

Sylvan Lake council’s compensation is reviewed in the year before an election by a group of citizens appointed from the community. pcowley@reddeeradvocate.com

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THE ADVOCATE Wednesday, June 15, 2016

Taking aim at rampant gun ownership JOHN STEWART OPINION

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uns don’t kill people — in a peaceful society, idiots, thugs, the demented, the horribly afflicted, the dangerously confused and fanatics pull the triggers.

But any society that allows miscreants, misfits and the disturbed easy access to guns must carry a significant portion of the blame.

And no society that values its citizens above some twisted and archaic sense of liberty would allow assault weapons to be easily obtainable. Allowing people to have tools that can rob others of their lives is hardly a philosophy of freedom. It is simply fatally flawed logic.

Yes, the most desperate and the most determined will find ways to kill people.

And yes, even in the most careful of nations, where guns are strictly controlled, weapons are still obtained and used to kill people. Desperate people are resourceful.

But no nation is as arrogantly insistent that its path is correct in the face of such wanton violence as the United States.

The human loss just keeps growing, linked inextricably to a blind devotion to the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution: the right to bear arms.

The mass shooting in Orlando is the most recent and the most overwhelming in terms of numbers. But every American shooting death is an indictment of a tragically twisted system.

So when certain Albertans try to assert that we are or should aspire to be little America, we should sound the alarm.

We are not and can never allow ourselves to be a society where anyone can go into a nightclub, a school, a movie theatre or to a picnic and kill with voracious intent.

Nor should we be a society where organizations like FreeAlberta.com (“For an Independent Alberta”) espouse dangerous nonsense and gain any traction. Their presence should make us all wary. “Firearm regulation is taking away Albertans’ freedoms,” the group’s website says. “Firearm ownership is a right that derives from the right to property and the right to self-defense. Gun control does not reduce crime, and it hurts Alberta culture.”

Nothing could be further from the truth. A civil society must count on its police and its rule of order to protect property, reduce crime and defend its citizens. The kind of anarchy this group proposes takes us further from

freedom, not closer.

We need to be similarly alarmed when an Airdrie mother posts a photo of her two-and-a-half-year-old holding a gun, bragging about how she and his father taught him to shoot. “He did great,” the mother boasts on Facebook.

The perspective that guns should be part of normal life at any age simply courts disaster.

Last year, the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team (ALERT) seized 126 firearms, including 21 handguns, 81 long rifles and 24 shotguns. This is likely just the tip of the iceberg. And Alberta police say they encounter guns in the hands of the wrong people more frequently.

Of course, when it comes to gun ownership, we pale when compared to the U.S., where there are as many as 97 firearms per 100 people. In Canada, there are roughly 25 firearms per 100 people, and assault weapons are not easily obtained.

But Albertans still own 261,000 firearms, according to RCMP statistics compiled in 2014. Only B.C., Ontario and Quebec — all with much higher populations — have more guns. And when it comes to restricted or prohibited firearms that are registered, only Ontario (335,000) surpasses Alberta (175,000).

Of course, in comparison to our closest neighbour, firearm deaths in Canada are not extraordinarily high.

We average 1.97 gun-related deaths per 100,000 people. That’s .38 homicides, 1.52 suicides, .05 unintentional deaths and .02 undetermined. The United States averages 10.54 gun-related deaths per 100,000 people; 3.43 homicides, 6.69 suicides, .18 unintentional and .08 undetermined.

But we can do better. Australia has .93 gun-related homicides per 100,000 people and the United Kingdom’s rate is .23.

The Jean Chretien government’s ill-fated long-gun registry was costly and unwieldy, so the Conservative government dismantled it. But the intent, to closely monitor and managed gun ownership, was prudent and the Conservatives had no good alternative.

Justin Trudeau’s Liberals say they will introduce measures to limit the sale and transport of handguns and assault weapons, and ramp up border screening. They will not, however, reintroduce the long-gun registry.

Ultimately, we need to get guns out of the hands of people who are intent on putting themselves before a peaceful society. We can’t give them the chance to pull the trigger.

Troy Media columnist John Stewart is a born and bred Albertan who doesn’t drill for oil, ranch or drive a pickup truck – although all of those things have played a role in his past.

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Canada’s patchy history with LGBTQ rights CHANTAL HÉBERT OPINION

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ere hours after the Orlando mass shooting it was already clear that its political fallout in the United States would be both divisive and significant. The tragedy is inflaming an already polarized presidential contest. It may yet turn out to be a watershed moment in the campaign.

The echo effect of this tremor, if any, on the Canadian political landscape will be mild.

It is not that Canada is immune from hate crimes or from terrorism.

Parliament Hill was the scene of a shooting less than two years ago. An Orlando-style tragedy could happen here. In fact, it did. I am writing this column in the city that was the site, 26 years ago, of a shooting that cost 14 young women their lives at Montreal’s Polytechnique.

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rorism. Nor are Daesh (also known as ISIS or ISIL) the first propagandists to glorify unspeakable acts of violence or to use them for their own benefit. But while the Orlando episode has struck a multitude of politically raw nerves in the U.S., it has mostly highlighted the fundamentally consensual nature of Canadian politics.

Take the issue of gay rights. Almost two dozen American states are currently attempting to pass legislation to restrict them. Parsing through presidential hopeful Donald Trump’s early comments on the Orlando mass shootings, one would be hard-pressed to find more than a passing acknowledgement of the fact that the victims of this weekend’s massacre were members of the LGBTQ community.

Just last month in this country, Canada’s Conservatives voted by a margin of two to one to strike the heterosexual definition of marriage from their policy book. The would-be and declared candidates for Stephen Harper’s succession all came out in support of accepting — if only implicitly — the decade-old marriage rights of same-sex couples.

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it was considered an overdue move.

The federal Conservative party may have been the last mainstream political organization to jettison the notion that access to marriage should be restricted to heterosexual couples.

The current consensus on gay rights in Canada did not emerge overnight, nor did it come easily.

When former prime minister Jean Chrétien set out to ban discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation in 1996, a pitched battle ensued in the House of Commons.

So divided were his own MPs that Chrétien had to allow a free vote to avoid a rebellion of the social conservatives within his caucus. In hindsight, it is hard to believe that 53 MPs voted against protecting Canada’s LGBTQ community from discrimination or that about the same number believed the risks to freedom of speech offset the need to protect gay Canadians — as a group — from hate speech.

At second reading of the bill, more than one Reform MP brought forth a riding poll to illustrate how overwhelmingly voters opposed the legislation.

There were dire warnings that Chrétien’s move would eventually lead to granting marriage rights to same-

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sex couples with attending damage to the institution. (A majority in the House subsequently voted to affirm the man-woman definition of marriage.

That stance was only overturned after the courts found it to breach the charter of rights and freedoms.)

No one in 1996 imagined that the issue of gay rights would one day soon come up in the context of a global war against Islamic fanatics. As it happens, the steps taken over the past two decades in Canada are making for a sturdier social fabric today.

In the U.S., Trump has been using the Orlando shooting to bolster his anti-Muslim, anti-immigration rhetoric.

In Canada, in the wake of the Orlando shootings on Sunday, Don Valley West Liberal MP Rob Oliphant tweeted: “Needs to be shared: I am an openly gay MP elected by the largest Muslim community in Canada.”

By coincidence, two reports urging Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to issue an official apology for the discrimination long endured by Canada’s LGBTQ community have just landed on the government’s desk. Post-Orlando, it may be hard to ignore those calls.

Chantal Hébert is a national affairs writer syndicated by Torstar.

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Family of slain hostage backs ransom policy

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — Relatives of a Canadian man whose expansive, romantic life was cut short by terrorists in the Philippines say despite the tragic end to his story, they agree with Canada’s policy of not paying ransom for hostages.

Robert Hall, an adventurous nomad in his late 60s who called his new home a paradise on earth, was captured by a militant group called Abu Sayyaf in September 2015 and was beheaded earlier this week after a deadline for a ransom payment passed.

In a statement distributed by the press gallery in Ottawa on Tuesday, Hall’s family said the efforts to free

him were “vast and exhaustive” but in the end, they agree with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s directive that money not be paid to hostage takers.

“Our family, even in our darkest hour, agrees wholeheartedly with Canada’s policy of not paying ransom to those who would seek to undermine the fundamental values with which my father lived his life,” said the statement.

“We stand with the ideals that built this country: strength of character resilience of spirit and refusal to succumb to the demands of the wretched, in order to satisfy the bloodlust of the weak.”

Strength and resilience were certainly part of Hall’s own character.

Described by his family as a self-made man who rose up from “the hardships of his own youth,” he led a life many might envy.

Hall was born in Calgary but lived in various parts of Western Canada. He ran a series of businesses — a small engine repair shop, a pizza stand, a home renovation company, and a consulting firm — but spent 25 years at his custom welding and fabrication business.

Along the way he experienced many adventures, from building and competing with his own racecars to learning to become a pilot. A gifted athlete, he was a championship wrestler, played football and hockey, and coached soccer and hockey teams. Later in his life,

Ottawa rejects decorated Halifax veteran’s application for community care

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS HALIFAX — The son of a decorated 94-year-old war veteran says he’s shocked after receiving word that Petter Blindheim has been rejected once again in his bid to stay in one of 13 beds available at the federally funded Camp Hill Veteran’s Memorial hospital in Halifax.

Peter Blendheim, whose first and last names are spelled differently from his father’s, said Monday’s decision leaves him wondering how to provide safe care for the frail veteran of the Norwegian Royal Navy, who is set to receive Norway’s Commemorative Medal in a ceremony on Thursday.

“The sad end to this might be that he does break his hip. … It’s ridiculous,” he said.

The family has conducted a lengthy public battle to gain entry to the hospital for the former merchant mariner, who has recently sustained a series of falls and has a broken arm.

Family members say Blindheim was initially rejected because Ottawa said it didn’t admit people who served in “resistance” forces, but Veterans Affairs officials later retreated from that position and told the son that the Norwegian veterans qualified as full allied veterans.

The son says he was then informed Blindheim had to show he required specialized care that couldn’t be provided by a provincially operated nursing home. Blendheim says he was told Monday his father failed to meet that standard.

Instead, the family is being told to apply to enter a provincial long-term

care facility, with Ottawa reimbursing the province for the daily costs.

A spokesman for the Nova Scotia Health Authority said the current median wait for a nursing home bed in the Halifax area is 285 days.

A spokesman for the provincial Health Department said Nova Scotia wants Ottawa to reconsider.

“Mr. Blindheim wants to be in Camp Hill with other veterans. We understand there are about a dozen vacancies at Camp Hill and encourage Veterans Affairs Canada to take another look at Mr. Blindheim’s situation,” said the emailed statement from spokesman Tony Kiritsis.

Blendheim worries now that his father may fall or hurt himself at night as he’s waiting for approval for a bed and begins an appeal process to enter Camp Hill that could take months.

RCMP probe sex New NDP leader to be chosen over assault allegations course of a month, say tentative rules against SFU student from the 95 they held going into an

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OTTAWA — The New Democrats are thinking about adopting a completely different process for choosing a new leader, forgoing a traditional leadership convention in favour of a series of smaller-scale events over the course of a month.

The NDP executive is recommending a new leader be chosen sometime between Oct. 1 and Oct. 31 of next year, with rounds of voting through a preferential, ranked ballot taking place about once a week until a candidate reaches the threshold of 50 per cent of the vote plus one required to be declared the winner.

The proposed rules — still subject to change as they have not yet been debated or adopted by the NDP’s federal council — would be a marked departure from the way the NDP chose Tom Mulcair to succeed Jack Layton in 2012.

Then came the 2015 electoral result, when the NDP dropped to 44 seats

VANCOUVER — Simon Fraser University says it acted swiftly on sexual assault allegations against a male student, but a professor is accusing the school of mishandling the case and causing two young women to drop out.

Officials at the Vancouver-area university said Tuesday that RCMP were investigating after three allegations of sexual assault were made last semester by three female students against a male student.

Jon Driver, vice-president of academic and provost, said the male student who is the subject of the allegations is not on campus, but he did not say if he was suspended or expelled.

“As soon as university personnel became aware of these allegations, the university took action to support the students concerned without interfering with the police investigation,” he said in a statement.

“In addition, both the RCMP and the university conducted safety assessments. Measures were taken to ensure the safety of the campus community.”

But Marjorie Griffin Cohen, a professor emeritus of political science and gender, sexuality and women’s studies, said not nearly enough was done.

She said she knows one of the female complainants. The young woman reported her alleged assault to campus security and police, but the university did not remove the male student from campus at that time, said Cohen.

“Everywhere she went, she was seeing him, which was quite terrifying to her,” Cohen said.

Later, Cohen learned that another young womGREAT an had earlier reported being sexually assaulted by the same male student.

election campaign that early polls suggested was theirs to lose.

At the party convention in Edmonton this April, Mulcair lost a vote to remain on as leader for the 2019 election, although caucus decided to keep him on as interim leader until a successor can be chosen.

The grassroots membership had sent a clear signal they were looking to try something different for upcoming leadership race, said one party source, and the proposed rules released Tuesday are an attempt to answer that demand.

It is also a way to move away from the artificial suspense at a leadership convention that uses a one-member, one-vote system, engage more grassroots party members across the country and keep costs down.

Here’s how it would work: Anyone who is a member in good standing of the NDP as of Aug. 17, 2017, can cast a vote.

he discovered archery, fencing, and sailing.

“A romantic to the very core, Robert believed in controlling his own destiny, and that hard work and a desire to succeed were the two main ingredients to any successful endeavour,” said his family.

“He has been described as a `dreamer,’ which he certainly was, but more than that he was an achiever.

He didn’t sit around and dream about sailing the world he got up and did it, made it happen.”

They said he eventually moved out west and started living on a boat while pursuing part-time acting jobs, joking that he was “only a marlin trophy away from the full Hemingway.”

Canada BRIEFS Only one fighter jet met Canada’s overseas needs, Tory cabinet was told OTTAWA — A 2014 memo to the Conservative cabinet said only one fighter jet could meet all of Canada’s needs.

Four aircraft were under consideration and officials from the Industry, Defence and Public Works departments were called upon to present their choice to cabinet.

Their recommendation was that while all could handle domestic requirements, only Lockheed Martin’s F-35 could handle overseas needs.

A partial copy of the memo was obtained by The Canadian Press and dates back to when the Conservatives were mulling options on purchasing a new plane after years of political wrangling.

Mountie concerns fuel changes to bill OTTAWA — RCMP members could soon have the clear right to negotiate key issues such as discipline, harassment and equipment purchases following Senate committee changes to a government bill.

Rank-and-file Mounties were concerned these important issues would be off-limits when members sit down with management to work out their first contract.

Last year, the Supreme Court of Canada affirmed the right of RCMP officers to collective bargaining and gave the government time to create a new labour-relations regime.

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FBI dig into gunman’s background

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS ORLANDO, Fla. — The murky picture of Orlando gunman Omar Mateen grew more complex Tuesday with word that the FBI is investigating whether he had been a regular at the gay dance club he attacked and had been leading a secret life as a gay man.

As victims described the bloody horror of the massacre during a riveting hospital news conference, investigators continued to gather information on the 29-year-old American-born Muslim — and t o o k a c l o s e OMAR MATEEN look at his wife, too — for clues to the attack that left 49 victims dead.

An official who was briefed on the progress of the case but insisted on anonymity to discuss a continuing investigation said authorities believe Mateen’s wife knew about the plot ahead of time, but they are reluctant to charge her on that basis alone.

A number of possible explanations and motives for the bloodbath have emerged, with Mateen professing allegiance to the Islamic State group in a 911 call during the attack, his ex-wife saying he was mentally ill, and his father suggesting he was driven by hatred of gays.

On Tuesday, a U.S. official said the FBI is looking into a flurry of news reports quoting patrons of the Pulse as saying that Mateen frequented the nightspot and reached out to men on gay dating apps. The official was not authorized to discuss the investigation and spoke on condition of anonymity.

Some psychologists raised the possibility that Mateen was sexually conflicted and lashed out against gays, or that he was casing the nightclub for an attack and trying to find victims online.

Jim Van Horn, 71, told The Associated Press that he saw Mateen repeatedly at the bar and talked to him once.

“He was a homosexual and he was trying to pick up men,” Van Horn said.

“He would walk up to them and then he would maybe put his arm around ‘em or something and maybe try to get them to dance a little bit or something.”

The attack early Sunday ended with Mateen being shot to death by a SWAT team. Of the 53 people wounded, six were listed in critical condition Tuesday and five others were in guarded condition.

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Jean Dasilva, left, is comforted by Felipe Soto, as they mourn the loss of their friend Javier Jorge-Reyes while visiting a makeshift memorial for the victims of Sunday’s mass shooting at the Pulse Orlando nightclub Tuesday in Orlando, Fla.

Obama blasts Trump’s Muslim plans

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama angrily denounced Donald Trump’s anti-Muslim rhetoric on Tuesday, blasting the views of the presumptive Republican presidential nominee as a threat to American security and a menacing echo of some of the most shameful moments in U.S. history.

Obama’s rebuke was his most searing yet of the man seeking to take his seat in the Oval Office.

While the president has frequently dismissed Trump as a buffoon or a huckster, this time he challenged the former reality television star as a “dangerous” threat to the nation’s safety, religious freedom and diversity.

“That’s not the America we want.

It does not reflect our democratic ideals,” Obama declared in remarks that had been scheduled as simply updating the public on the count-

er-Islamic State campaign.

Obama walked listeners through a familiar litany of battlefield successes, but then came another message.

Growing more animated as he spoke, Obama said Trump’s “loose talk and sloppiness” could lead to discrimination and targeting of ethnic and religious minorities.

“We’ve gone through moments in our history before when we acted out of fear and we came to regret it,” Obama said. “We’ve seen our government mistreat our fellow citizens and it has been a shameful part of our history.”

Trump responded by suggesting that Obama is too solicitous of enemies.

“President Obama claims to know our enemy, and yet he continues to prioritize our enemy over our allies, and for that matter, the American people,” the candidate said in a statement. “When I am president, it will always be America first.”

At a fiery rally hours later in

Greensboro, North Carolina, Trump said the president appeared angrier at him than he was at the Orlando gunman. “That’s the kind of anger he should have for the shooter and these killers that shouldn’t be here,” Trump told the crowd.

Sunday’s mass shooting in Orlando, Florida, has set off a new round of debate over counterterrorism, gun control and immigration — one that has exposed the political parties’ starkly different approaches to national security. The presumed gunman was an American-born citizen whose parents came to the U.S. from Afghanistan more than 30 years ago.

Trump has used the carnage to renew his call to temporarily ban foreign Muslim from entering the country, and added a new element: a suspension of immigration from areas of the world with a proven history of terrorism against the U.S. and its allies.

Hillary Clinton wins DC primary, as she meets with Sanders

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON — Hillary Clinton brought a close to the presidential primary season with a win Tuesday in the nation’s capital and a meeting with dispatched rival Bernie Sanders, hoping to set a tone of Democratic unity heading into next month’s party convention in Philadelphia.

Clinton’s win in the District of Columbia, the final primary of 2016, had no bearing on her role as the presumptive nominee, but it nevertheless marked a transition in the lengthy pri-

mary fight between the two rivals.

The two met for about 90 minutes Tuesday night at a Washington, D.C., hotel, but neither spoke to reporters after the session. Clinton’s campaign described the meeting as a “positive discussion” about the primary campaign, the Democratic Party and “the dangerous threat that Donald Trump poses to our nation.”

A Clinton campaign aide said the two talked about “a variety of progressive issues” like raising wages, eliminating undisclosed money in politics and reducing the cost of college. They agreed to continue working on their

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The Vermont senator had said the private meeting would help him determine how committed Clinton will be to the policy issues he has staked out during his 13-month campaign.

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Dress for Success helping women put their best foot forward

BY CRYSTAL RHYNO ADVOCATE STAFF Boxes of Kleenex are always within reach.

There’s lots of crying but it’s always happy tears, said Dagmar Hargreaves.

“So often we help women transition into a person that they didn’t think they were capable of being,” said Hargreaves, Dress for Success Central Alberta board chair. “They will look and say, ‘I didn’t know I could look so pretty. My kids aren’t going to recognize me.’ We’re all about building self-esteem and self-confidence.”

Since 2008 the not-for-profit agency has been outfitting women for job hunting, interviews and the first week of work at no cost. Over the years, they have helped hundreds of women put their best foot forward.

And the need continues to grow.

Hargreaves said they receive, on average, 20 referrals each month from employment agencies, women’s shelters, employers and other groups.

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Hargreaves, an employment counsellor, said she is finding more and more women are in a position where they have the skills but they didn’t have the presentation when it comes to interviews or job searching.

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“We do get referrals from the women’s shelter,” she said. “We do get highly skilled women who just find themselves in a highly unfortunate situation through no fault of their own.

When you are starting over this is one less burden for them to have to have.”

Dress for Success Central Alberta is run completely by volunteers and accepts donations.

On June 26, Dress for Success Central Alberta will host A Day at the Races, its annual fundraiser, at the Black Knight Inn. The goal is to raise $12,000 in order to expand its services to include a women’s resource and career centre for those women who do not qualify or cannot access mainstream services.

“I see a bit of a void,” she said.

“Some of that is for women who are underemployed conceivably working two part time jobs and needing a little resume help. Our vision to be able to offer some classes for the ladies that come through our program — things like budgeting and work life balance and good self care.”

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REYES: Hoping for permanent residency Reyes said he was hoping to be granted permanent residency on humanitarian and compassionate grounds but that did not happen. It’s still in the process, he said, as he wants to become a Canadian citizen.

He also wants to get back to work, probably in Cochrane where he now resides, but his doctor recently decided to perform one more surgery on his left hand. The doctor at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary also removed another shotgun pellet near his right eye.

Reyes still has nine pellets in his face.

His physical injuries included damage to an eye, the loss of a thumb on one hand and a finger on the other, facial scars and arm deformities. He had raised his hands to protect himself as the man pointed and fired the gun at his face.

The latest surgery was two weeks ago, and Reyes continues to receive physical therapy in Calgary four days a week. He hopes to be working again in about two months.

He said he is very bored and frustrated that he cannot earn money yet, and he works at putting the “bad memories” behind him. He attends his appointments and walks two hours a day.

Reyes had come to Canada to work and send home money to help his mother and siblings who are poor. He said he will do that again once he gets back to work.

Reyes said Workers Compensation will help him find a job in a “safe place.” He said he is afraid to work at another gas station.

His mother had come to help him but she has now returned home to the Philippines where she is working on

getting her home repaired after it was damaged in an earthquake.

After Reyes was shot, many people in the community reached out to support him and some have become his good friends.

The soft-spoken Reyes said earlier that because he was given a second chance at life, he wanted the man who shot him to have a second chance too, and he forgave him. barr@reddeeradvocate.com

LIGHTNING: Causes fatalities Research show that two-thirds of lightning strikes actually occur when the storm is not directly overhead but rather when lightning is just approaching or passing by.

On average, 10 people are killed each year in Canada and 100 to 150 are injured and not necessarily by a direct flash. Often it’s from ground current that strikes near someone and travels through the ground, or it’s a secondary leader flash with the main lightning strike far away.

Torneby said the Canadian Lightning Detection network of remote sensing devices in towers tracks whether lightning hits the ground or travels between the clouds.

The safest place to be when there is lightning is indoors, but if you are outdoors and cannot get indoors, find a low-lying area and avoid tall objects such as trees or get inside an all-metal car, he said.

The most frequent time of day for lightning is between 1 and 6 p.m. Lightning season in Alberta usually ends around Sept 15.

The Canadian Lightning Danger Map and more information about lightning can be found online at weather. gc.ca/lightning barr@reddeeradvocate.com

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FATALITY INQUIRY

CAMROSE — A fatality inquiry into the death of a mental health worker who was killed in a client’s home in 2011 has been told that the client had a long history of aggressive, violent incidents with caregivers.

Valerie Wolski, 41, was alone and providing care to Terrence Wade Saddleback in February 2011 when she was strangled in Camrose, Alta.

Saddleback was charged with manslaughter but was found mentally unfit to stand trial.

Marilyn Conner, executive director of a Wetaskiwin-area community organization that cared for Saddleback for 19 years, described hundreds of incidents where he pulled hair and was “volatile and explosive.”

Conner said his actions sometimes did not seem to be provoked by anything, adding he could be fine one moment and lunge at someone the next.

Conner told the inquiry it was “really scary” walking into a room with the man, who was six-foot-five.

“For me, I felt there was something else going on with him that was beyond our capacity,” she testified.

In 2009, a staff member was working with a client when Saddleback picked her up by the hair and threw her onto a table. Conner said eventually, all but two staff members refused to work with him.

The organization told the province it could no longer care for Saddleback because he was too dangerous and staff were afraid of him. Staff members offered to share their experiences and knowledge of working with Saddleback with whoever took over his care, but Conner said that meeting never happened.

Graham Jones, Saddleback’s legal guardian, previously said he warned the Canadian Mental Health Association that they needed to be careful with him, but his concerns were shrugged off.

A preliminary report released prior to the inquiry by Occupational Health and Safety said the province’s Persons With Developmental Disabilities Board failed to warn Wolski or her employer that Saddleback was violent and dangerous.

Suncor restocking Petro-Canada stations

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS CALGARY — Suncor Energy says its Edmonton refinery is working to restock Petro-Canada stations after fuel shortages across Western Canada.

A company spokeswoman said it will be a matter of days before fuel stocks are replenished after the refinery outage on May 27 led to significantly reduced production of diesel and

particularly gasoline.

The company said supply disruptions from the Fort McMurray wildfire added to the shortages, which resulted in Petro-Canada stations from Winnipeg to the B.C. Interior showing zeros as the pumps ran dry.

Suncor starting bringing in extra fuel supplies by truck and rail to help ease the shortage that had at some points spread to Shell and other competing stations as well.

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Household debt near record level

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — The amount Canadians owe compared with how much they earn edged down in the first quarter, but remained near a record level as mortgage debt continued to pile up.

Statistics Canada said Tuesday that the ratio of household credit market debt to disposable income was 165.3 per cent for the first three months of 2016 as both income and debt grew at nearly the same rate.

That means households owed roughly $1.65 in credit card, mortgage and other loan debt for every dollar they earned after taxes and other fees paid to government.

The ratio was down a hair from 165.4 per cent in the fourth quarter of last year.

Bank of Montreal senior economist Benjamin Reitzes said the dip in the ratio of debt to income was the smallest first-quarter drop in seven years and predicted it would rise again in the second quarter.

“Home sales pick up a lot in the second quarter and so you get a lot more mortgage debt … in the second quarter and that pushes up that ratio that much more,” Reitzes said.

The Bank of Canada warned last week that home prices in Vancouver and Toronto have outpaced local eco-

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Consumer credit cards are posed in this photo. Statistics Canada says the ratio of household credit market debt to disposable income edged down in the first quarter. nomic fundamentals and are rising at

joined a chorus of other voices that

an unsustainable pace.

have already raised concerns about

The comments by the central bank

the Canadian housing market.

TD Bank economist Diana Petramala noted that mortgage borrowing is starting to accelerate and the risk that rapidly rising home prices will encourage a deeper accumulation of debt through 2016 is rising.

“The fear of missing out, referred to as “FOMO,” is a developing trend amongst first-time homebuyers who may choose to jump into the market despite the high prices rather than risking being priced out in the future,” Petramala wrote in a note to clients.

“This could leave them with too much debt, particularly in Toronto and Vancouver housing markets where homes are increasingly expensive.”

The flip side of rising home prices is rising net worth due to higher home values. Statistics Canada said household net worth rose 1.2 per cent in the first quarter to $9.633 trillion, boosted by gains in the value of real estate.

Reitzes said asset growth is strong and noted that Canadian households have $5.92 in assets for every dollar of debt.

“Overall it suggests that households are in OK shape,” he said. “It is not necessarily as dire as the headline (number) would suggest.”

“There are vulnerabilities there … but as long as you don’t get a meaningful negative shock to the economy, households are in decent shape overall.”

Pipeline leak fouls creek in Northwestern Alberta NEAR GRIZZLY MANAGEMENT AREA

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Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Navdeep Bains speaks during a news conference, Tuesday.

Liberals seek public input on perennial quest for improved innovation

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — The Liberal government is embarking on another round of public consultations, this time on the issue of fostering innovation in the economy.

It’s an old theme that governments of various stripes have wrestled with for at least two decades: how to improve the competitiveness and international clout of Canadian entrepreneurs.

Navdeep Bains, the federal minister of innovation, science and economic development, says the Liberal government will focus on six policy areas, including supporting research excellence, competing in a digital world, building business and research clusters and making it easier to do business.

Bains says ensuring government procurement supports smaller companies, cutting barriers to interprovincial trade and making it easier for Canadian firms to hire foreign “C-suite” executives are all part of the potential policy mix.

Bardish Chagger, the Liberal minister for small business and tourism, said the goal is to double the current 169 Canadian companies with sales of more than $1 billion — although she didn’t set a time frame.

The Conservative opposition treated the government announcement with disdain, pointing to the involvement of progressive think tank Canada 2020 in the consultations and noting the Liberal-connected group’s principals include a lobbyist who is registered to lobby Bains’s department.

Consulting the public through an online portal and a series of round tables headed by eminent Canadians is the latest attempt to goose the country’s entrepreneurial spirit.

A news conference Tuesday announcing the public consultation

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opened with a short video advertisement touting famous Canadian inventions such as the telephone and insulin, with a we-can-do-it tag line.

“Innovation is a mind-set,” Bains told the news conference.

“It’s the desire to challenge the status quo, it’s about finding solutions to problems and the outcome of innovation fundamentally is improving one’s quality of life, standard of living.

“It’s about good quality jobs.”

It’s also the Holy Grail of modern Canadian governments.

The 1997 federal Liberal budget, for instance, referred to making “strategic investments that will strengthen job creation in the long term by helping Canadians undertake the higher education, training and innovation needed to make the most of the opportunities provided by globalization and technological change.”

“Canada’s Entrepreneurial Advantage,” said the 2008 Conservative budget, “means creating a competitive business environment that supports innovation, rewards success and reduces unnecessary regulations and red tape.”

Bains acknowledged that more than 15 years after Canadian governments began cutting corporate tax rates, the promised research and development spending has not materialized.

“We in the past have looked at tax policy to spur R&D investment, but we ranked 22 out of 34 OECD countries,” said the minister.

“We have 11 per cent (in cash holdings) on the balance sheets of the large companies in Canada and the number has grown and that money is not being invested in R&D and that is a challenge.”

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CALGARY — A pipeline leak has spilled an estimated 380,000 litres of light petroleum within five kilometres of a provincially designated grizzly bear management zone in northwestern Alberta, and an undetermined amount of it has reached a nearby creek. Producer ConocoPhillips Canada said in a statement posted on its website Tuesday that the leak of condensate, a liquid produced with natural gas, was seen at a pipeline right-ofway near its Resthaven gas plant about 65 kilometres northeast of Grande Cache last Thursday afternoon.

It said its staff also observed condensate in nearby Webb Creek.

The Alberta Energy Regulator said condensate was visible as a sheen on the surface of the creek for about 4.5 kilometres below the pipeline leak.

The creek flows to a beaver dam and then into the Simonette River.

While no sheen was visible on the river, an analysis indicated hydrocarbons present at slightly above minimum detection limits, the provincial agency said.

Meanwhile, the company said the pipeline, which along with the gas plant is jointly owned by ConocoPhillips and Calgary producer Paramount Resources (TSX:POU), has been shut down and isolated and the company has activated its emergency response plan.

“We have deployed over 150 responders to the site with equipment to contain the release and mitigate any environmental impact,” the company said, adding that it had reported the leak to the regulator after discovering it last Thursday.

Fencing and amphibian barriers have been erected to keep wildlife away and a wildlife biologist is on site,

it said.

Spokeswoman Michelle McCullagh defended the five-day lag between discovering the leak and beginning what it promises will be daily updates on its website.

“Our first priority was making sure there were no residents in the area, notifying the trappers, the First Nations and all the authorities and then, of course, our continued safety for all of our responders on site and then protecting the environment,” she said.

No residents were found in the isolated area and the company has seen no evidence of animals or fish hurt by the spill as yet, McCullagh said, adding that the company doesn’t know how long it will take to clean up the spill.

The gas plant is still operating, she said.

Mike Hudema of Greenpeace Canada described the number of pipeline spills in Alberta as “alarming.”

“While we learn the details of this latest incident we need to ask ourselves how many more spills will it take before we begin to move away from pipelines and make the renewable energy transition other countries are already implementing,” he said in a email.

The regulator said in a statement Tuesday that staff members were at the site, which is in the Little Smoky caribou range and near a core grizzly bear management zone.

It said it has issued an environmental protection order to ConocoPhillips directing the company to contain the release and prevent it from spreading, while controlling access, collecting water and soil samples and submitting a final report to the AER. The regulator said no cause has been established and an investigation is underway. One of the key uses of condensate is to dilute raw Alberta oilsands crude to allow it to flow in a pipeline to market.

WOOD TOWER

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A new building is being built at the University of British Columbia campus in Vancouver, B.C., Monday. The 18-storey Brock Commons is intended to show developers and the public that wood can be equally as effective as steel or concrete, better for the environment and support the country’s forestry industry.

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Diversified and Industrials Agrium Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 120.80 ATCO Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . 44.47 BCE Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59.12 BlackBerry . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.80 Bombardier . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.96 Brookfield . . . . . . . . . . . . 42.80 Cdn. National Railway . . 74.99 Cdn. Pacific Railway. . . 163.52 Cdn. Utilities . . . . . . . . . . 37.32 Capital Power Corp . . . . 19.50 Cervus Equipment Corp 11.65 Dow Chemical . . . . . . . . 52.13 Enbridge Inc. . . . . . . . . . 53.39 Finning Intl. Inc. . . . . . . . 21.45 Fortis Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 41.59 General Motors Co. . . . . 28.83 Parkland Fuel Corp. . . . . 22.41 Sirius XM . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.53 SNC Lavalin Group. . . . . 51.22 Stantec Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 32.56 Telus Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . 40.76 Transalta Corp.. . . . . . . . . 6.92 Transcanada. . . . . . . . . . 55.13 Consumer Canadian Tire . . . . . . . . 137.15 Gamehost . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.53 Leon’s Furniture . . . . . . . 15.31

MARKETS CLOSE TORONTO — Jitters over the possibility that Britain may exit the European Union continued to weigh on equity markets Tuesday, with North American indexes on both sides of the border adding to multi-day retreats.

The S&P/TSX index in Toronto declined 109.65 points to 13,884.23 as Canada’s main stock market fell for the fifth consecutive session, with most sectors finishing in negative territory.

Metals and mining and the materials sectors were the biggest drags, while the telecom, health-care and consumer discretionary sectors managed minimal gains.

New York markets were also lower for a fourth consecutive day amid polls showing a growing possibility that Britain may vote to break away from the EU in next week’s referendum.

“The Brexit situation really was up and alive over a month ago,” said Sadiq Adatia, chief investment officer at Sun Life Global Investments.

“But no one really reacted to it until just recently. People are now realizing, there is a chance that the U.K. could leave.”

On Wall Street, the widely-watched Dow Jones industrials pulled back 57.66 points to 17,674.82, while the broader S&P 500 composite fell 3.74 points to 2,075.32 and the Nasdaq composite shed 4.89 points to 4,843.55.

Adatia said the outcome of the two-day policy-rate meeting of the U.S. Federal Reserve also looms over traders. The central bank will deliver its decision on interest rates on Wednesday, although most believe it will wait at least another month before a hike.

“What people are watch-

Loblaw Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . 69.80 Maple Leaf Foods. . . . . . 28.16 Rona Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.99 Wal-Mart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.95 WestJet Airlines . . . . . . . 21.19 Mining Barrick Gold . . . . . . . . . . 25.45 Cameco Corp. . . . . . . . . 14.51 First Quantum Minerals . . 8.17 Goldcorp Inc. . . . . . . . . . 22.74 Hudbay Minerals. . . . . . . . 6.30 Kinross Gold Corp. . . . . . . 6.55 Labrador. . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.15 Potash Corp.. . . . . . . . . . 21.63 Sherritt Intl. . . . . . . . . . . . 0.740 Teck Resources . . . . . . . 14.13 Energy Arc Resources . . . . . . . . 21.03 Badger Daylighting Ltd. . 21.48 Baker Hughes. . . . . . . . . 45.61 Bonavista . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.12 Bonterra Energy . . . . . . . 26.39 Cdn. Oil Sands Ltd. . . . . 37.14 Canyon Services Group. . 5.21 Cenovous Energy Inc. . . 18.76 CWC Well Services . . . 0.1700 Encana Corp. . . . . . . . . . 10.36

ing to see what is the statement going forward. Is it going to lean toward a July rate hike or a September rate hike or more economically driven data? Are they going to be more hawkish or dovish?” he said.

Bond yields continued to decline as investors sought safety ahead of the Fed meeting and the vote in Britain. The yield on the 10-year Treasury note fell to 1.60 per cent from 1.61 per cent Monday, trading at yields not seen since 2012.

In Europe, benchmark German government bond yields fell below zero per cent for the first time in history, a signal that skittish investors are willing to pay to park their money in investments they consider super-safe.

Meanwhile, the oil-sensitive loonie was down for the fourth straight day, dipping 0.28 of a U.S. cent to 77.80 cents US as the July contract for North American benchmark crude lost 39 cents to US$48.49 a barrel.

Elsewhere in commodities, July natural gas rose two cents to US$2.60 per mmBtu, while August gold added $1.20 to US$1,288.10 a troy ounce and July copper slipped a penny to US$2.04 a pound.

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS Highlights at the close Tuesday at world financial market trading.

Stocks: S&P/TSX Composite Index — 13,884.23, down 109.65 points Dow — 17,674.82, down 57.66 points S&P 500 — 2,075.32, down 3.74 points Nasdaq — 4,843.55, down 4.89 points Currencies: Cdn — 77.80 cents US,

Essential Energy. . . . . . . 0.600 Exxon Mobil . . . . . . . . . . 90.43 Halliburton Co. . . . . . . . . 43.99 High Arctic . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.07 Husky Energy . . . . . . . . . 15.12 Imperial Oil . . . . . . . . . . . 39.73 Pengrowth Energy . . . . . . 2.47 Penn West Energy . . . . . 1.680 Precision Drilling Corp . . . 6.49 Suncor Energy . . . . . . . . 34.15 Trican Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.93 Trinidad Energy . . . . . . . . 2.52 Vermilion Energy . . . . . . 42.66 Virginia . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.1800 Financials Bank of Montreal . . . . . . 81.48 Bank of N.S. . . . . . . . . . . 64.55 CIBC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101.31 Cdn. Western . . . . . . . . . 25.91 Great West Life. . . . . . . . 34.50 IGM Financial . . . . . . . . . 35.98 Intact Financial Corp. . . . 87.16 Manulife Corp. . . . . . . . . 17.85 National Bank . . . . . . . . . 44.49 Rifco Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.400 Royal Bank . . . . . . . . . . . 77.11 Sun Life Fin. Inc.. . . . . . . 43.13 TD Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.86

down 0.28 of a cent Pound — C$1.8131, down 0.97 of a cent Euro — C$1.4402, down 0.67 of a cent Euro — US$1.1205, down 0.93 of a cent Oil futures: US$48.49 per barrel, down 39 cents (July contract) Gold futures: US$1,288.10 per oz., up $1.20 (August contract) Canadian Fine Silver Handy and Harman: $23.206 oz., down 2.5 cents $746.07 kg., down 81 cents ICE FUTURES CANADA WINNIPEG — ICE Futures Canada closing prices: Canola: July ‘16 $0.60 lower $526.30 Nov. ‘16 $0.90 higher $530.00 Jan. ‘17 $0.60 higher $534.40 March ‘17 $0.10 higher $535.80 May ‘17 $0.30 lower $537.00 July ‘17 $0.40 lower $538.50 Nov. ‘17 $2.60 lower $512.80 Jan. ‘18 $2.60 lower $512.80 March ‘18 $2.60 lower $512.80 May ‘18 $2.60 lower $512.80 July ‘18 $2.60 lower $512.80.

Barley (Western): July ‘16 unchanged $171.50 Oct. ‘16 unchanged $171.50 Dec. ‘16 unchanged $171.50 March ‘17 unchanged $173.50 May ‘17 unchanged $174.50 July ‘17 unchanged $174.50 Oct. ‘17 unchanged $174.50 Dec. ‘17 unchanged $174.50 March ‘18 unchanged $174.50 May ‘18 unchanged $174.50 July ‘18 unchanged $174.50.

Tuesday’s estimated volume of trade: 544,980 tonnes of canola 0 tonnes of barley (Western Barley). Total: 544,980.

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Various brands of beer are seen on display inside a store in Drummondville, Que.

House of Commons debates Opposition motion on interprovincial trade

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — Members of the House of Commons are debating an Opposition motion arising from the recent ruling on cross-border beer shopping in New Brunswick.

The motion tabled by the federal Conservatives calls on the federal government to refer the ruling to the Supreme Court for review, given the implications for interprovincial trade.

New Brunswick provincial court Judge Ronald LeBlanc tossed out all charges against Gerard Comeau, who was charged with illegally importing 14 cases of beer and three bottles of liquor from a Quebec border town in 2012.

Dan Albas, the official Opposition critic for Interprovincial Trade, says the ruling needs to be referred to the Supreme Court so that Section 121 of the Constitution can be clarified.

“The Fathers of Confederation intended Canada not just to be a political union but an economic one, and it’s an inherent constitutional right,” Albas said Tuesday.

The motion also calls on the House to recognize that it is a constitutional right for Canadians to trade with Canadians.

“We know that there are Canadian producers that want to sell their products,” Albas said.

“We know there are consumers right across this great country that

“WE KNOW THAT THERE ARE CANADIAN PRODUCERS THAT WANT TO SELL THEIR PRODUCTS.” — DAN ALBAS, THE OFFICIAL OPPOSITION CRITIC FOR INTERPROVINCIAL TRADE want to buy Canadian and support Canadian and we want these trade barriers torn down. The most effective way to do that is to have a Supreme Court ruling.”

Last month, the New Brunswick government filed a notice of appeal saying the judge in the Comeau case erred in his interpretation of Section 121, which deals with the movement of goods between provinces.

Defence lawyer Arnold Schwisberg described the ruling in the Comeau case as “groundbreaking” and said it will have national impact far beyond saving Maritimers money on the cost of their beer.

He said the ruling could have the power to shift a host of laws across the country governing everything from selling chickens to how engineers and other professionals work across provincial lines.

Parka maker comes out swinging in ‘Made in Canada’ battle MONTREAL — The maker of Moose Knuckles parkas is ready to fight the Competition Bureau’s claim that its high-end winter coats shouldn’t boast the “Made in Canada” label.

The parkas sport an image of two fighting hockey players with a small red maple leaf and can retail from $595 to more than $1,000 each.

A filing from Moose International says at least 51 per cent of its production costs — and up to 85 per cent — were incurred in Canada at either its head office in Montreal or factories in

Winnipeg.”

It also says it consulted with the Competition Bureau on two occasions — in October 2011 and March 2012, when it revised its production process.

The company says it was told by officials both times that the process complied with the federal agency’s guidelines.

Moose International is asking the independent Competition Tribunal to dismiss the bureau’s case and award costs to Moose.

In April, the Competition Bureau said it was seeking a $4 million penalty from Moose International, alleging that only the finishing touches to its

jackets were done in Canada.

Under bureau guidelines, at least 51 per cent of total direct costs of producing or manufacturing should incur in Canada for products claiming to be “Made in Canada.”

They should also be accompanied by a qualifying statement such as “Made in Canada with imported parts,” or even more specific information such as “Made in Canada with 60 per cent Canadian content and 40 per cent imported content.”

Moose’s official response, released Monday, says the company has in fact met the terms of the bureau’s guidelines and alleges it’s being

used as a test case about whether the agency can force Canadian manufacturers to comply.

Moose’s 20-page filing argues that the bureau’s guidelines are “not the law,” and the law doesn’t give the competition commissioner power to impose conditions “Even applying the commissioner’s Canadian production ‘conditions,’ Moose’s parkas labelled ‘Made in Canada’ were made in Canada due to the substantial skilled labour, Canadian design, Canadian components and other work done in Canada to make them,” the company said.

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The true meaning of sport WORKING WITH THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS HELPS ELITE ATHLETES RECONNECT WITH ROOTS

BY MURRAY CRAWFORD ADVOCATE STAFF Working with Special Olympic athletes reminds those who have found success in sports of the joy they had when they started the sport.

“It’s so inspiring to see them,” said Jocelyn Peterman, Scotties Tournament of Hearts and Canadian mixed curling champion. “When my own competitions were getting so competitive and we would show up to practice and not want to be there. The Special Olympic athletes were just the opposite. They would show up with big smiles on their face and excited to play.”

Peterman, a Red Deer native, joined figure skater David Pelletier, an Olympic gold medalist and member of the Special Olympics Champions Network, to be the special guest speakers of the 10th annual Special Olympics Breakfast Tuesday at the Westerner.

“There’s nothing like the purest form of sports,” said Pelletier. “It’s the best way to be active for the right reasons. We get caught up wanting to be popular, win a gold medal, make money and be famous.

None of this exists in the Special Olympics. They’re just people being active for the right reasons.”

Every year the event raises money for the local Special Olympics program. Jerry Tennant, Special Olympics Red Deer Chairman, said they have about 250 to 300 athletes locally and they make sure every one gets to compete in an event outside of Red Deer every year.

“Athletes can progress up to the international level, but for most of them its just a weekly program where they come out, have fun and compete and practice with their friends,” said Tennant. “For a lot of them it’s their social life.”

The breakfast typically raises about $15,000 for the local program, Tennant said their annual budget is about $115,000 and about 70 to 75 per cent is fundraised. The money raised goes towards buying uniforms, paying for facilities, transportation, coaches and competitions.

The athletes train and compete every week. Provincials are scheduled for 2017 in Medicine Hat, followed by nationals in 2018 in Nova Scotia. Internationals take place in 2019 at a yet to be determined place.

Peterman has coached Special Olympics softball in Red Deer and curling in Calgary while she completed her degree at the University of Calgary. It started as a course requirement, but she was hooked.

“It was hard to squeeze it in to my schedule when I’m competing, but it’s so much fun,” she said. “Each time I left feeling happy I went and happy I was able to fit it in my schedule. They’re so inspiring.”

Pelletier’s figure skating gold medalist partner, Red Deer native Jamie Sale, compared the Special Olympics to her experience in the ‘generic Olympics.’

“That’s what we call it,” she said. “When we watch the Special Olympic athletes it really brings us back to being kids and why we started playing sports. The true meaning of sport is started by the play, the joy and the fun you have doing it. They all exemplify that.”

Sale’s father coached Special Olympic athletes in Red Deer, and Sale was hooked when she went to her first event. From there she joined the Alberta Special Olympics board, before moving onto the national board where she sits today.

For more information on the local Special Olympics visit www.specialolympics.ab.ca/red-deer. mcrawford@reddeeradvocate.com

Photo by MURRAY CRAWFORD/Advocate Staff

Red Deer’s Jocelyn Peterman speaks at the Special Olympics breakfast fundraiser on Tuesday at the Westerner. Peterman was on the rink that won the Scotties Tournament of Hearts and the Canada mixed curling championship.

NHL set to expand to Vegas: source

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Photo by JEFF STOKOE/Advocate staff

Red Deer Rigger shortstop Jason Chatwood pulls in a ground ball as he plays his part in a double play at Great Chief Park during a game against the Edmonton Cubs on Tuesday.

Riggers hold on to take down Cubs

BY MURRAY CRAWFORD ADVOCATE STAFF

SUNBURST BASEBALL LEAGUE

Riggers 11 Cubs 10 It was a long time coming for Red Deer Riggers second baseman Denver Wik. He hadn’t hit a home run in two seasons, but in the fifth he was given a golden opportunity. Derek Chapman and Shayne Courte drew walks in front of Wik and with two on, the Innisfail native stepped to the plate.

“It felt good,” said Wik. “He left it up and in and I just drove it.”

The three run shot was part of the Riggers 11-10 win over the Confederation Cubs Tuesday at Great Chief Park.

“It was cold, it was windy, we had some rain,” said Chatwood. “We had to grind that one out. Everybody played a part and we had some big hits when we needed them and big plays and some big pitching when we needed it.”

The win follows a 13-0 over the Parkland White Sox at a tournament in Spruce Grove. That was the only game they would get in, as the rest were rained out. The Riggers have yet to lose this season and now sport a 6-0 record.

Wik was one of three Riggers batters to send the ball out of the park as player-manager shortstop Jason Chatwood and third baseman J.P. Wilner also hit home runs. Wilner’s came in the first inning with one runner on base while Chatwood hit his two-run blast in the fourth.

Wik went two-for-three on the night with a single to go with the home run, a walk and four RBIs. The Riggers combined for 11 runs on 12 hits. But nipping at their heels throughout the game were the Cubs, who kept it close with 10 runs on 15 hits. But the fifth inning is when it all fell apart for the Cubs.

Four walks in the inning put the two runs Wik drove in on and left more on base to threaten.

The winning Riggers run came an inning later as Kerry Boon scored on a Derek Chapman single. Boon finished the game going three-for-four at the plate with a double and driving in 2 runs.

Down 11-7 in the eighth inning, the Cubs rallied to pull to within a run as two runners scored on wild pitches and a third on a fielders choice.

The Riggers got out of the inning with a one-run lead and turned the ball over to Joel Peterman to pick up the save. He settled in right away and retired the side, picking up the save.

“He got ahead and pounded the zone,” said Chatwood. “He was efficient with his pitches and when you’re standing out there in the rain, that’s what you want.

“It was a big team win.”

A doubleheader is on tap for the Riggers as they attempt to make up games that were rained out. They will face the Cubs on Sunday starting at 3:30 p.m. at Great Chief Park. mcrawford@reddeeradvocate.com

Murray Crawford, Sports Reporter, 403-314-4338 E-mail mcrawford@reddeeradvocate.com

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The NHL is ready to roll the dice on Las Vegas.

A person with direct knowledge of the NHL’s decision says the league has settled on Las Vegas as the home for its next expansion franchise, provided organizers can come up with a $500 million fee.

The person spoke Tuesday on condition of anonymity because details of the plans have not been released by the league ahead of its Board of Governors meeting on June 22 in Las Vegas.

Quebec City was also strongly considered for expansion.

A second person who had been briefed on the decision said Las Vegas was a “done deal” following the recommendation of the NHL’s executive committee.

The Vegas franchise is expected to begin play in the 2017-18 season, which is the earliest the league could expand, according to a third person who has been briefed on the decision.

The franchise would be the NHL’s 31st team and the first major professional sports franchise in Las Vegas, the rapidly growing gambling centre of the American West.

The NHL hasn’t expanded since 2000, when Minnesota and Columbus paid $80 million each to join the league.

Prospective Vegas owner Bill Foley is a wealthy businessman who isn’t likely to blink at the elevated price tag previously proposed by NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman as an expansion fee.

The Las Vegas bid says it has secured more than 14,000 season-ticket deposits for the new team, which will play in T-Mobile Arena, the sparkling new multipurpose building on the south end of the Las Vegas Strip.

The arena, which seats 17,500 for hockey, was built entirely with private money by MGM Resorts International and Anschutz Entertainment Group, the owners of the Los Angeles Kings.

The Las Vegas area had nearly 2.2 million people in the 2010 census, making it the largest population centre in the U.S. without a major pro sports franchise.

Public support for Foley’s bid has been robust, and the NHL has noticed the appeal of being the only major sports show in a town that loves a big event.

“This could be a watershed moment for our community and sports in Southern Nevada,” said Jonas Peterson, president and CEO of the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance. “Having a professional hockey team will not only boost our economy, but also our sense of community pride.”

Mayor Carolyn Goodman said she couldn’t confirm the expansion, but said she senses a “great probability” for the decision because of a shift in the conversation in the last two weeks.

“H-E double-hockey-sticks yes!” said Clark County Commission Chairman Steve Sisolak, the first person to make a deposit on season tickets.

“I’m excited, but I’m waiting for the official announcement from the NHL. Las Vegas has been waiting for this for decades. We’re a major league city.

We deserve major league sports. I can’t wait to see that first championship parade down the Las Vegas Strip!”

The days when sports leagues were wary of the potential corruption in Vegas’ massive sports betting scene are apparently finished, making the growing, multicultural city an attractive candidate for sports looking to get in on the market.

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Fans line up to pay respects to Howe

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS DETROIT — Old hockey gloves, jerseys and framed photos were displayed on one side of Gordie Howe’s flower-draped coffin, friends and family members were seated on the other.

Standing nearby were some of hockey’s biggest names — Wayne Gretzky, Scotty Bowman and Steve Yzerman to name a few — who swapped stories and shared memories of the man known as Mr. Hockey.

“Somebody said it best this morning that (Jean) Beliveau, the Rocket (Maurice Richard) and Gordie — they were the three people that probably could change a hockey rink into a cathedral,” Gretzky said.

“And when you walked in, it was more like a church today. It’s really special.”

The Joe Louis Arena doors opened Tuesday morning for the 12-hour public visitation to honour Howe, who died Friday at age 88.

A steady stream of fans and well-wishers shuffled slowly down a red carpet towards Howe’s coffin for the chance to say goodbye to the man many consider to be the greatest player ever.

“There won’t be another equal to Gordie Howe in my mind,” said Red Wings fan Jim McIntyre of Chatham, Ont. “In my mind, he was the king of hockey and he was also a prince of man.”

Howe was a star forward for the Red Wings during much of his NHL career, which started in 1946 and ended in 1980. Howe, born in Floral, Sask., played 32 pro seasons and won both the Art Ross Trophy as top scorer and Hart Trophy as MVP on six occasions.

But he could do much more than score. Howe was quick with an elbow and was as tough as nails. Opponents crossed him at their peril.

It was in stark contrast to his style off the ice.

Howe was soft-spoken, friendly and had a gentle demeanour.

“Wherever I go — anywhere in the world — and people talk about the Red Wings, they talk about Gordie Howe,” Yzerman said. “They really do.”

Howe set NHL marks with 801 goals and 1,850 points. Those records were eventually eclipsed by Gretzky.

“He’s the nicest man I ever met,” said Gretzky, his voice cracking with emotion. “I’ve been lucky in my lifetime. I got to be part of hosting the Queen, my wife and I got to meet Pope John Paul, I got to light the torch at Vancouver at the Olympic Games and they’re all great honours. But when the boys asked me to be a pallbearer today, it was pretty special.”

Bowman was also among the pallbearers along with former Detroit Tigers outfielder Al Kaline.

A few dozen fans lined up outside the arena 90 minutes before the opening to be among the first to pay their respects. Others wrote messages of sympathy on two large banners outside the entrance.

Inside the arena, with soft red light shimmering against a black backdrop, the four Stanley Cup banners Howe won with Detroit in the early 1950s were displayed with his retired jersey banner.

Howe’s No. 9 was also projected on the arena floor and two screens ran slideshows of old photos.

“He always felt a need to perform each and every game and each and every practice,” said Gretzky, who attended with his father Walter. “That’s what separated Gordie Howe. That’s why he was Gordie Howe. “He had a definite ambition that he was going to be the best player every night and every year and that’s how he lived. He never changed.”

Red Wings fan Bud Somerville spent the night on a folding chair outside the rink so that he’d be the first in line. The 60-year-old from Westland, Mich., said he was a teenager when he first met Howe at the old Detroit Olympia arena.

“He’s always been my favourite player, just nobody compared to him,” he said.

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Toronto Blue Jays Josh Donaldson hits a grand slam home run as Philadelphia Phillies catcher Cameron Rupp watches for the ball during the third inning of MLB Interleague baseball action in Toronto, Tuesday.

Donaldson leads Jays to big win over Phillies

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS Jays 11 Phillies 3 TORONTO — Josh Donaldson and the Toronto Blue Jays gave Zach Eflin a rough welcome to the big leagues.

Donaldson hit a grand slam while driving in five runs Tuesday as the Blue Jays blew out Philadelphia 11-3 in the second game of the four-game home-andhome interleague series between the squads.

“Today, I felt like it was a total team effort, up and down the lineup, we did a great job of driving the ball and getting some guys on base and doing a good job with runners in scoring position,” said Donaldson.

The 2015 American League Most Valuable Player went 3-for-4 with two doubles to go along with his grand slam while scoring three runs.

Toronto’s bats came alive, pounding out 14 hits after being shutout by Philadelphia 7-0 on Monday night.

At the receiving end of the offensive barrage was Elfin, a 22-year-old making his first major-league start.

Elfin gave up nine runs (eight earned), and nine hits in an appearance mercifully cut short at 2 2/3 innings. Still, the former first-round pick of the San Diego Padres found positives in the shelling.

“It was awesome,” Eflin said. “I was obviously leaving some pitches up and big-league hitters are going to capitalize on that. It still was a dream come true. I was out there in front of 50,000 people playing the game that I love.”

Toronto starter Marcus Stroman (6-2), who had a 7.58 earned-run average in his past three starts, gave up just give six hits and two runs, while striking out six over seven strong innings.

“I felt a lot better there, I think the work we have been putting in starts, over the last few starting to take shape,” Stroman said. “It’s not exactly where I

want to be, but looking forward to the next one.”

Toronto (36-31) has now won four of their past five, scoring 36 runs in the process while looking more and more like last year’s playoff team.

Philadelphia (30-35) has lost five of its last six games.

Eflin started off strong by striking out Jose Bautista in the first. However, the Florida native followed that up by giving up an opposite field double off the wall to Donaldson, who came around to score on a two-out RBI single by Martin.

More runs came in the second. Eflin gave up a home run to Kevin Pillar to start the inning, and Donaldson later drove in Bautista with his second double of the day, making it 3-0.

The Blue Jays continued their domination of the right-hander in the third, as Ezequiel Carrera hit a two-run home run that just cleared the right-field wall. After singles by Pillar and Devon Travis and a Bautista walk, Donaldson hit his second grand slam of the season and 15th homer of the year into the second deck.

“This was his major-league debut and I suppose was a little nervous,” said Phillies manager Pete Mackanin. “He just made a lot of bad pitches, he normally locates a lot better than he did. He was just up in the zone with all his pitches and got hit. Sorry to see his debut turn out that way but this is a good lineup and he can’t make mistakes to them.”

Darwin Barney pinch-hit for Michael Saunders later in the inning. Saunders left the game for precautionary reasons due to right hamstring tightness, the Jays said.

Ryan Goins, who was playing shortstop, moved to left field to replace Saunders. It was the fifth time Goins played outfield at the major-league level.

Stroman’s only blemishes came in the sixth and seventh innings. Former Blue Jay Jimmy Paredes knocked in an RBI double cutting the lead to 9-1 in the sixth, while Phillies No. 9 hitter Cesar Hernandez hit a solo home run in the seventh making it 9-2.

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David Beckham met with the group in April, and the English soccer superstar suggested Vegas would be a candidate for an MLS team with that new field.

But Foley and the NHL have been working much longer to bring hockey to the city — with the enormous advantage of an NHL-ready building freshly opened in town.

T-Mobile Arena had its grand opening April 6 with a concert featuring Wayne Newton and the Killers, and Canelo Alvarez knocked out Amir Khan in a middleweight title bout on May 7 in its first competitive sporting event.

The NHL has debated expansion for a few years, with Seattle and the Toronto suburbs also generating interest for another team. Foley has always been the leader, with the league accepting a $2 million deposit and thoroughly vetting his financial plans last year.

Quebec City still has a strong bid for expansion, but owners have expressed concerns about the strength of the Canadian dollar and a geographical imbalance if they add another team to the Eastern Conference, which currently has 16 teams to the West’s 14.

Bettman has said he doesn’t worry about the league’s product suffering from dilution.

Even with the serious financial woes of the Arizona Coyotes, who were owned by the league for four years while losing money and struggling to find permanent ownership, the NHL remains opposed to relocation of any franchise, and confident in its belief that hockey can thrive in a non-traditional Southwest market.

Vegas is in the middle of the Mojave Desert, but it has grown as a hockey town over the past 20 years since local youngsters like Jason Zucker, now with the Minnesota Wild, had to practice on one of the three rinks in town.

The IHL’s Las Vegas Thunder attracted large crowds in the 1990s when they played at the Thomas and Mack Center, and the ECHL’s Las Vegas Wranglers took the Thunder’s place until 2014 while playing at the Orleans Arena.

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Iceland keeps Ronaldo at bay PARIS — Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal was upstaged by a team of Icelanders and Hungary beat Austria on a day of surprises at the European Championship on Tuesday.

The smallest country ever to play at a European Championship, with its population of 330,000, Iceland made its major tournament debut in style with a 1-1 draw.

Having recently helped Real Madrid win the Champions League in Milan, Ronaldo lacked his usual accuracy in front of goal, miskicking a great chance in the first half with only Hannes Halldorsson to beat and then sending a powerful header straight at the Iceland goalkeeper from close range in the second.

Even his trademark free kicks came to nothing on a night he’d rather forget in Saint-Etienne.

“Iceland … just defend, defend, defend and play the counterattack,” Ronaldo said. “They had two chances and they scored one goal. It was a lucky night for them.”

It fell to Nani to put Portugal ahead with a neat finish in the 31st minute, only for Birkir Bjarnason to level in the 50th on one of Iceland’s few attacks.

“So many things are happening for the first time to Iceland,” the team’s co-coach Heimir Hallgrimsson said.

“This is another first-time achievement. It was fantastic to play here.”

Portugal coach Fernando Santos was left to rue the missed chances in a game that followed Hungary’s 2-0 vic-

tory over 10-man Austria in the other Group F match.

“We should have scored more goals, there is no secret about that,” Santos said. “We are to blame for that.”

Aleksandar Dragovic was partly to blame for Austria’s defeat in Bordeaux after being shown a red card in the 66th minute.

At the time, his team was only trailing to Adam Szalai’s opening strike.

But Hungary substitute Zoltan Stieber added the second after a rapid counterattack in the 87th to put the result beyond doubt.

Victory over a team ranked 10 places higher by FIFA made it an even more special match for Hungary goalkeeper Gabor Kiraly, who set an age record by becoming the first 40-yearold player to feature at a European Championship.

“He contributed to this victory,” Hungary coach Bernd Storck said. “He was rewarded for all of his hard work over the years.”

The second round of group matches starts Wednesday, with police in northern France braced for possible trouble after violence last week involving supporters from England and Russia in the southern city of Marseille.

Russia plays Slovakia in Lille, while England fans will be gathering in nearby Lens for their team’s Group B match the following day against Wales.

Police reinforcements have been sent in, and more than 2,500 security personnel including police officers and soldiers will fan out across Lille on Wednesday.

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Theodorou looks to put first UFC loss behind him

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — It can be billed as a battle of good hair and a winning smile.

But for both Toronto middleweight Elias (The Spartan) Theodorou and American (Smile’n) Sam Alvey, Saturday’s UFC fight in Ottawa is more a chance to put a loss behind them than flaunt their looks.

Theodorou (11-1-0) suffered his first defeat in December, beaten by tough Brazilian Thiago Santos via unanimous decision after three straight wins in the Octagon.

Alvey (25-7-0 with one no contest) saw his three-fight win streak — all first-round knockouts — snapped in August when he was stopped by Derek Brunson in the first round.

Alvey, 30, was then forced to drop out of a planned February fight against Daniel Sarafian after suffering a broken jaw in training.

Theodorou and Alvey will meet in the featured bout on the segment of the card streamed on Fight Pass. Rory MacDonald, a B.C., native who now fights out of Montreal, faces Stephen (Wonderboy) Thompson in a clash of top welterweight contenders in the main event of the televised show at The Arena at TD Place.

The 28-year-old Theodorou is a colourful character who uses his creative advertising degree from Humber College to good use in self-promotion. He likes to boast he has the best hair in MMA and sports an eclectic resume that includes stuntwork, an appearance on “The Amazing Race Canada” and stints as a romance novel cover boy.

“I’m a very big extrovert,” he told The Canadian Press in 2014. “A stranger is just a friend you haven’t met.”

The UFC has high hopes that the gregarious Theodorou can help carry the company flag in Canada.

But the Santos loss reinforced there is more work to do in the cage despite a seemingly endless gas tank.

A late-comer to the sport after his first year in college, he has acknowledged being behind in the fundamen-

tals.

“I’m always playing catchup,” he says.

Theodorou used kicks to fend Santos off in the first round in Las Vegas, then fell back into his normal strategy of looking to grind down his opponent at close quarters.

“I doubled down on trying to take him down,” he said.

It didn’t work. Theodorou’s face was a bloody mask by the end of the fight and he needed 30 stitches to close a cut over his eye.

“Going forward it just motivated me in the sense that I know the difference between defeat and victory now. And victory is so much sweeter, especially in Vegas,” he said of the loss.

The loss also showed him he can fight through tough times.

While his strategy failed him, Theodorou kept plugging away against Santos.

“Obviously not only did I show everyone else but I showed myself. Because up until now I’ve been able to just win.”

Theodorou, winner of the “The Ultimate Fighter Nations” in 2014, has moved his training base around in the past often spending a few weeks here and a few weeks there.

This time he has been at Montreal’s Tristar gym since the end of February to train for Alvey.

Living in the dorm at the gym, he says this camp reminded him of his time on the reality TV show. “I love it … It’s like MMA university,” he said.

Alvey’s omnipresent smile was seen on Season 16 of “The Ultimate Fighter,” when he was coach Shane Carwin’s first pick but lost a majority decision to Joey Rivera in his first bout.

He went on to fight in Bellator and the Edmonton-based Maximum Fighting Championship, where he won the middleweight title, before signing with the UFC. Alvey’s corner includes his wife Brittany (McKey) Sullivan, who has won kudos from Alvey for her hand-wrapping skills. Sullivan has other talents, having won a season of “America’s Next Top Model.”

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Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo, bottom, vies for the ball with Iceland’s Kari Arnason during the Euro 2016 Group F soccer match between Portugal and Iceland at the Geoffroy Guichard stadium in Saint-Etienne, France, Tuesday. will be deployed in Lens, about 30 kilometres (20 miles) away.

On the pitch, the four Group A teams will be in action, with Switzerland bidding to become the first team to qualify for the knockout stages with

a victory over Romania.

Host nation France, a 2-1 winner over Romania in the tournament opener, will also aim to qualify with a victory over Albania in the late match.

Ducks re-hire Caryle as coach

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS ANAHEIM, Calif. — Randy Carlyle walked back into Honda Center and discovered he still knew just about everyone, from the guard at the front door to the accountants in the Anaheim Ducks’ offices.

“Everybody welcomed me back with open arms,” Carlyle said, a grateful smile on a frequently stony face. “This is a special place.”

The veteran coach is home again, and the Ducks are betting their Stanley Cup hopes on a fruitful reunion.

The Ducks re-hired Carlyle on Tuesday, welcoming back the franchise’s only championship-winning coach 4 ½ years after firing him.

Carlyle replaces Bruce Boudreau, who replaced Carlyle on Nov. 30, 2011.

After firing Boudreau in April and conducting a lengthy search, Ducks general manager Bob Murray decided to go back to the winningest coach in franchise history to guide his veteran core’s probable final chances at another title banner.

“I know in my heart that this is the right move at this time for this hockey team,” said Murray, Carlyle’s close friend.

“We all know this group has got a little window here. Three years, maybe, whatever. And you had to get a guy in here that knew some of the players and knows that it’s time — that knows how to win.”

The 60-year-old Carlyle led the Ducks to the 2007 Stanley Cup title during parts of seven seasons in charge, going 273-182-61. After his tumultuous stint in charge of the Toronto Maple Leafs ended in January 2015, he moved back to Encinitas, California, and attended many games in Anaheim, usually sitting in the press box and taking notes while waiting for another NHL job.

He was grateful when the next one was down the freeway.

“I don’t think you could come into a better hockey club, on ice or off,” Carlyle said, wearing a new orange tie.

“It’s hard to find teams of this quality, and I feel very fortunate that I’m the guy they trusted and are showing confidence in to coach this group.”

The Ducks’ decision to re-hire a coach is rare, but not without precedent: Michel Therrien is in his second stint behind Montreal’s bench, and Carolina re-hired Paul Maurice in December 2008, five years after firing him.

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Washington 4, Chicago Cubs 1 Philadelphia 7, Toronto 0 Cincinnati 9, Atlanta 8 Arizona 3, L.A. Dodgers 2 Miami 13, San Diego 4 San Francisco 11, Milwaukee 5 Tuesday’s Games Toronto 11, Philadelphia 3 Chicago Cubs 4, Washington 3 Cincinnati 3, Atlanta 1 Pittsburgh 4, N.Y. Mets 0 Houston 5, St. Louis 2 Colorado 13, N.Y. Yankees 10 L.A. Dodgers 7, Arizona 4 Miami at San Diego, late Milwaukee at San Francisco, late Today’s Games N.Y. Yankees (Nova 5-3) at Colorado (Bettis 4-5), 1:10 p.m.

L.A. Dodgers (Kershaw 9-1) at Arizona (Corbin 3-5), 3:40 p.m.

Miami (Nicolino 2-3) at San Diego (Perdomo 1-2), 1:40 p.m.

Milwaukee (Nelson 5-5) at San Francisco (Cueto 9-1), 1:45 p.m.

Chicago Cubs (Hammel 7-2) at Washington (Strasburg 10-0), 2:05 p.m.

Toronto (Estrada 4-2) at Philadelphia (Hellickson 4-4), 5:05 p.m.

Cincinnati (DeSclafani 0-0) at Atlanta (Norris 2-7), 5:10 p.m.

Pittsburgh (Locke 5-4) at N.Y. Mets (Syndergaard 6-2), 5:10 p.m.

Houston (McHugh 5-5) at St. Louis (Wainwright 5-4), 5:15 p.m.

Thursday’s Games Cincinnati at Atlanta, 10:10 a.m.

Toronto at Philadelphia, 5:05 p.m.

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

Milwaukee at L.A. Dodgers, 8:10 p.m.

Washington at San Diego, 10:10 p.m.

Football Toronto Ottawa Hamilton Montreal

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WEEK ONE Monday’s result Ottawa 18 Winnipeg 14 Saturday’s results B.C. 28 Saskatchewan 16 Edmonton 23 Calgary 13

Toronto 25 Hamilton 16 Wednesday’s result Winnipeg 36 Montreal 13 WEEK TWO Friday’s games Toronto at Montreal, 5:30 p.m.

Ottawa at Hamilton, 5:30 p.m.

Calgary at B.C., 8 p.m.

Saturday, June 18 Saskatchewan at Edmonton,2 p.m.

SOCCER UEFA Euro 2016 At Sites in France Group Stage

France Switzerland Romania Albania

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Wales England Russia Slovakia

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Germany Poland N. Ireland Ukraine

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Group F MP W L T GF GA Pt Hungary 1 1 0 0 2 0 3 Iceland 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 Portugal 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 Austria 1 0 1 0 0 2 0 Note: Three points awarded for a win, one for a tie.

Tuesday’s matches Group F At Bordeaux, France Hungary 2 Austria 0 At Saint-Etienne, France Portugal 1 Iceland 1 Monday’s results Group D At Toulouse, France Spain 1 Czech Republic 0 Group E At Saint-Denis, France Republic of Ireland 1 Sweden 1 At Lyon, France Italy 2 Belgium 0 Wednesday’s matches Group A At Paris Romania vs. Switzerland, 10 a.m At Marseille, France Albania at France, 1 p.m.

Group B At Lille, France Russia vs. Slovakia, 7 a.m.

Thursday’s matches Group B At Lens, France England vs. Wales, 7 a.m.

Group C At Lyon, France

Ukraine vs. Northern Ireland, 10 a.m.

At Saint-Denis, France Germany vs. Poland, 1 p.m.

Friday’s matches Group D At Saint-Etienne, France Czech Republic vs. Croatia, 10 a.m.

At Nice, France Spain vs. Turkey, 1 p.m.

Group E At Bordeaux, France Italy vs. Sweden, 7 a.m.

Saturday, June 18 Group E At Bordeaux, France Belgium vs. Ireland, 7 a.m.

Group F At Marseille, France Iceland vs. Hungary, 10 a.m.

At Paris Portugal vs. Austria, 1 p.m.

Sunday, June 19 Group A At Lille, France Switzerland at France, 1 p.m.

At Lyon, France Romania vs. Albania, 1 p.m.

Monday, June 20 Group B At Saint-Etienne, France Slovakia vs. England, 1 p.m.

At Toulouse, France Russia vs. Wales, 1 p.m.

Visit to elementary track meet shows De Grasse the impact he’s had in the sport

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — Andre De Grasse stood against the track railing Tuesday while a throng of schoolchildren a dozen deep thrust articles of clothing at him with tiny hands. The Canadian sprint star seemed like he’d happily sign autographs all day before a handler eventually ushered him away.

The Canadian sprint star has raced on the world’s biggest stage. But it was at a children’s track meet that he realized how much of an impact he’s having on the sport.

“This is the first time (I’ve seen anything like this),” said De Grasse, the most successful sprinter Canada has had in almost two decades. “I never thought I was such an inspiration like this, and that kids looked up to me. It’s pretty cool, I’m speechless about it.”

The 21-year-old from Markham, Ont., is coming off back-to-back Diamond League victories, winning gold in both the 200 metres in Birmingham, England, and the 100 last Thursday in Oslo, Norway.

The young star is getting his first taste of the prestigious international circuit in his rookie season as a professional athlete. But the bright lights of the global meets, he said, don’t compare to coming back home.

“It’s totally different. This is my country, this is Toronto, this is Canada, these kids look up to me, you never really see that in other places as much as here, so it’s pretty cool,” De Grasse said. “They inspire me right now to keep it going, because they’re just telling me ‘Go Andre, go Andre!’ That’s kind of cool to me.”

De Grasse chatted with Toronto Mayor John Tory before the two were introduced to the crowd at the TDSB (Toronto District School Board) elementary school championships. The kids packed the railing clamouring for autographs, shoving T-shirts and hats at the smiling sprinter.

“That’s so cute,” said his mom Beverley, watching the

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Canadian track athlete Andre De Grasse signs a shirt as school children gather around him at the TDSB Elementary School Track and Field Championship in Toronto on Tuesday. mini-mob scene.

“I was surprised when we got here, with the young kids, how they were screaming his name, how much they know about him. I think it’s good, I think he can have a really big impact on young kids. That’s what I would like to see.”

De Grasse is in a transitional season. He turned pro last winter and then swapped his training base at USC for Altis in Phoenix.

“It’s totally tough, training environment has changed, coaching has changed, I’m just trying to get used to it,” he said. “But it’s going well now, I can’t complain.”

By this time last year, the wiry runner had raced over 30 times as part of a taxing NCAA season.

He would eventually run a whopping 54 races, culminating in his pair of world championships bronze medals, in the 100 metres and 4x100 relay.

This season?

He can almost count the races on one hand.

“I feel good, my body feels way better than before,” he said. “Coming back from last year, running 50 races, it was really tough on my body, now I’ve only run six or seven races, so I’m feeling pretty good going into (Olympic) trials, and

then I’m going to be fresh for the Olympics.”

Being in top form in August in Rio has been coach Stuart McMillan’s plan all season.

But it was a tough test of De Grasse’s patience, especially when he opened the outdoor season with an eighth-place finish in the 100 at the Prefontaine Classic late last month.

“It was pretty tough in the beginning of the season, I lost a couple of races, but now I’m starting to find my form, and starting to win a couple of races now and starting to find myself,” he said.

“It messes a little bit with your confidence. But me, I know I’m a confident athlete, I know I’m going to always bounce back, there’s always going to be those tough losses. But talking to my coach, talking to my family and friends, they give me motivation all the time to keep it going and don’t worry about your last race, it’s always about your next race.”

His next race is Friday at the Harry Jerome International Track Classic in Burnaby, B.C. Canada’s Olympic trials are July 7-10 in Edmonton.

His goal for Edmonton is to run sub-10 seconds in the 100, and sub-20 in the 200 — feats he accomplished last season, but has yet to do this year.

Thursday ● Red Deer Senior Men’s Baseball League: North Star Sports at Play It Again Sports Athletics, 6:30 p.m., Printing Place Padres at Gophers, 7 p.m. and Play It Again Sports Athletics at Phantoms, 8:30 p.m., Great Chief Park ● Ladies Fastball: U16 Rage vs. Bandits, 7 p.m., and Rage U16 vs. Badgers, 8:45 p.m., Great Chief Park, Stettler vs. U18 Rage, 7 p.m., Stettler

Friday ● Rugby: Hornets vs. Red Deer Titans, 8 p.m., Titan’s Rugby Field

Saturday ● Alberta Major Soccer League: Edmonton Northwest United at Red Deer Renegades, 2 p.m., Edgar Park

Sunday ● Alberta Major Soccer League: Calgary Rapids FC at Red Deer Renegades, 12 p.m., Edgar Park ● Sunburst Baseball League: Doubleheader — Confederation Cubs at Red Deer Riggers, 3:30 p.m., Great Chief Park, second game to follow first

Basketball Thursday’s game Golden State at Cleveland, 7 p.m.

Sunday, June 19 Cleveland at Golden State, 6 p.m.

Game One — Thursday, June 2 Golden State 104 Cleveland 89 Game Two — Sunday, June 5 Golden State 110 Cleveland 77 Game Three — Wednesday, June 8 Cleveland 120 Golden State 90

2016 NBA Playoffs Fourth Round THE FINALS (Best-of-7) Golden State (W1) vs. Cleveland (E1) (Golden State leads series 3-2) Monday’s result Cleveland 112 at Golden State 97 Friday’s result Golden State 108 Cleveland 97

Hockey Thursday, June 9: San Jose 4, Pittsburgh 2 Sunday, June 12: Pittsburgh 3, San Jose 1

NHL Playoffs FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) EASTERN CONFERENCE N.Y. Islanders 4, Florida 2 Tampa Bay 4, Detroit 1 Washington 4, Philadelphia 2 Pittsburgh 4, N.Y. Rangers 1 WESTERN CONFERENCE Dallas 4, Minnesota 2 St. Louis 4, Chicago 3 Nashville 4, Anaheim 3 San Jose 4, Los Angeles 1

2016 National Hockey League Playoff Scoring Leaders

SECOND ROUND EASTERN CONFERENCE Tampa Bay 4, N.Y. Islanders 1 Pittsburgh 4, Washington 2 WESTERN CONFERENCE St. Louis 4, Dallas 3 San Jose 4, Nashville 3 CONFERENCE FINALS EASTERN CONFERENCE Pittsburgh 4, Tampa Bay 3 WESTERN CONFERENCE San Jose 4, St. Louis 2 STANLEY CUP FINALS Pittsburgh 4, San Jose 2 Monday, May 30: Pittsburgh 3, San Jose 2 Wednesday, June 1: Pittsburgh 2, San Jose 1, OT Saturday, June 4: San Jose 3, Pittsburgh 2, OT Monday, June 6: Pittsburgh 3, San Jose 1

TORONTO — Official 2016 NHL playoff scoring leaders following Sunday’s clinching sixth game of the Stanley Cup final: G A Pts Logan Couture, SJ 10 20 30 Brent Burns, SJ 7 17 24 Joe Pavelski, SJ 14 9 23 Phil Kessel, Pgh 10 12 22 Joe Thornton, SJ 3 18 21 Nikita Kucherov, TB 11 8 19 Sidney Crosby, Pgh 6 13 19 Evgeni Malkin, Pgh 6 12 18 Nick Bonino, Pgh 4 14 18 Tyler Johnson, TB 7 10 17 Carl Hagelin, Pgh 6 10 16 Vladimir Tarasenko,StL 9 6 15 Jamie Benn, Dal 5 10 15 Robby Fabbri, StL 4 11 15 Kris Letang, Pgh 3 12 15 David Backes, StL 7 7 14 Jonathan Drouin, TB 5 9 14 Jaden Schwartz, StL 4 10 14 Victor Hedman, TB 4 10 14 Patric Hornqvist, Pgh 9 4 13 Troy Brouwer, StL 8 5 13 Joel Ward, SJ 7 6 13

Transactions BASEBALL American League CHICAGO WHITE SOX — Optioned RHP Tyler Danish to Charlotte (IL). Recalled RHP Michael Ynoa from Charlotte. Agreed to terms with OF Slade Heathcott on a minor league contract.

DETROIT TIGERS — Optioned RHP Bobby Parnell to Toledo (IL). Recalled RHP Buck Farmer from Toledo.

HOUSTON ASTROS — Placed RHP Luke Gregorson on family medical emergency leave.

Selected the contract of INF Danny Worth from Fresno (PCL). Designated RHP Juan Minaya for assignment.

KANSAS CITY ROYALS — Claimed LHP Tyler Olson off waivers from the N.Y. Yankees and assigned him to Omaha (PCL). Transferred 3B Mike Moustakas to the 60-day DL. OAKLAND ATHLETICS — Placed LHP Sean Manaea on the 15-day DL. Recalled LHP Eric Surkamp from Nashville (PCL).

TEXAS RANGERS — Optioned RHP Tom Wilhelmsen to Round Rock (PCL). Recalled RHP Nick Martinez from Round Rock. Agreed to terms with LHP Cole Ragans, RHP Alex Speas and 3B Kole Enright on minor league contracts and assigned them to the AZL Rangers.

TORONTO BLUE JAYS — Designated LHP Scott Diamond for assignment. Optioned LHP Aaron Loup to Buffalo (IL).

National League ATLANTA BRAVES — Optioned RHP Ryan Weber to Gwinnett (IL). Selected the contract of LHP Dario Alvarez from Gwinnett.

CHICAGO CUBS — Extended their player development contract with Eugene (NWL).

CINCINNATI REDS — Optioned RHP Daniel Wright to Louisville (IL). Placed C Jordan Pacheco on the 15-day DL, retroactive to June 3 and sent him to Louisville for a rehab assignment. Recalled SS Jose Peraza and RHP J.J. Hoover from Louisville. Sent RHP Michael Lorenzen to Louisville (IL) for a rehab assignment. Agreed to terms with 3B Nick Senzel, 2B Colby Wright, 1B Bruce Yari, C Chris Okey, OF Taylor Trammell, LHP Andy Cox and RHPs Patrick Riehl, Aaron Quillen, Lucas Benenati, Alex Webb and Nick Hanson on minor league contracts.

COLORADO ROCKIES — Optioned C Dustin Garneau to Albuquerque (PCL).

LOS ANGELES DODGERS — Released OF Carl Crawford. Sent OF Yasiel Puig to Rancho Cucamonga (Cal) for a rehab assignment. Signed OF Will Venable to a one-year contract. Optioned C/OF Austin Barnes to Oklahoma City (PCL).

MILWAUKEE BREWERS — Reinstated RHP Matt Garza from the 15-day DL. Sent RHPs Zack Jones and Michael Blazek to Colorado Springs (PCL) for rehab assignments.

PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES — Optioned RHP Luis Garcia to Lehigh Valley (IL). Selected the contract of RHP Zach Eflin from Lehigh Valley.

PITTSBURGH PIRATES — Placed RHP Gerrit Cole on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Saturday. Recalled RHP Jameson Taillon from Indianapolis (IL).

SAN DIEGO PADRES — Designated C Hector Sanchez for assignment. Selected the contract of INF Ryan Schimpf from El Paso (PCL).

SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS — Placed RHP Matt Cain on the 15-day DL. Activated OF Angel Pagan from the 15-day DL. Recalled RHP Chris Stratton from Sacramento (PCL).

WASHINGTON NATIONALS — Placed RHP Jonathan Papelbon on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Monday. Reinstated RHP Matt Belisle from the 15-day DL. American Association FARGO-MOORHEAD REDHAWKS — Released RHP Tanner Dahl.

JOPLIN BLASTERS — Signed LHPs Frank Del Valle and Axel Johnson and RHP Evan Bell.

LAREDO LEMURS — Released OF Reggie Wilson.

LINCOLN SALTDOGS — Released C Josh Mazur.

SIOUX FALLS CANARIES — Released INF Glen Walker.

ST. PAUL SAINTS — Released RHP Chris Peacock.

WINNIPEG GOLDEYES — Claimed Texas LHP Ethan Carnes off waivers from Texas.

Can-Am League NEW JERSEY JACKALS — Signed LHP Jose Jose.

OTTAWA CHAMPIONS — Traded INF Ryan Brockett to Trois-Rivieres for a player to be named.

Released INF Robert Garza.

TROIS-RIVIERES AIGLES — Released INF Eric Grabe and RHP Luis Munoz.

Frontier League EVANSVILLE OTTERS — Signed OFs Jeff Gardner and Tommy Vitaletti.

FLORENCE FREEDOM — Signed RHP David Adkins.

LAKE ERIE CRUSHERS — Signed LHP Michael Gomez.

NORMAL CORNBELTERS — Released RHP Eddie Cody.

FOOTBALL National Football League DENVER BRONCOS — Signed LB Brandon Marshall to a four-year contract extension.

HOUSTON TEXANS — Claimed CB Terrance Mitchell off waivers from Dallas.

HOCKEY National Hockey League ANAHEIM DUCKS — Named Randy Carlyle coach.

CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS — Agreed to terms with G Mac Carruth on a one-year contract.

ECHL IDAHO STEELHEADS — Sent D Andrew Panzarella to Quad City to complete an earlier trade.

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Brown joins sub-10 second club, giving Canada two stars in marquee event TORONTO — When Aaron Brown broke the 10-second barrier in the 100 metres last weekend, he became only the second Canadian sprinter in the last 17 years to do so.

He had hoped to be the first. Andre De Grasse beat him to it last summer.

But De Grasse’s breakout season lit a fire under Brown, who is running faster than ever. And suddenly Canada has two stars in track and field’s marquee event.

“I always wanted to be the first one to bring it back, but I said ‘OK, if someone else is doing it, I don’t want to be left behind, I don’t want to be left knocking at the door,”’ Brown said. “I had to look at myself in the mirror and say: ‘OK, you can do it too, there’s no reason why you can’t if this person’s done it.’

“It’s actually helped me a lot, in training to get through hard workouts, having somebody in my own country that runs that fast, it keeps me humble and puts things in perspective as far as knowing that I have really stiff competition within my own country. And I have to step my game up. It’s no longer something that I’m wishing for, it was a must.”

The 24-year-old from Toronto ran 9.96 in Saturday’s heats of the Star Athletics Meet in Montverde, Fla. Much like the four-minute mile once was, a sub-10 100 metres is among the most acclaimed and recognizable achievements in sports. Only about 100 men on the planet have done it. When De Grasse first cracked the 10-second barrier last summer, he became the first Canadian to do so since Bruny Surin in 1999, and along with Donovan Bailey, just the third Canadian to record a sub-10. Ben Johnson’s sub-10 times were officially erased from the record books due to doping.

De Grasse was happy for Brown.

“Me and him, we go way back… it’s pretty awesome because it’s been a long time, he should have been running 10 seconds last year, but now that he’s done that, I’m pretty happy for him,” De Grasse said in Toronto on Tuesday.

“When you’re the best in Canada, you’re kind of laid back, relaxed, you kind of forget that there’s other goals you need to accomplish, and I think that was good for him to see that I came in and ran sub-10, and he’s motivated now to do the same thing, and he believes in himself that he can do it.”

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THE ADVOCATE Wednesday, June 15, 2016

OVERCOMING SELF-SABOTAGE KRISTIN FRASER SOMETHING TO CHEW ON Why is it that your desire to be healthy doesn’t follow suit with your actions? You are not alone my friend - as the internal saboteur is real and so is the multitude of the subconscious mind, keeping you from ultimate health and achieving more of the things you truly desire. Overcoming this resistance is the first step to act in a more healthful way. You have to get to the bottom of the subconscious mind.

If you stay in the “struggle” of seeking health… you will be on an endless path. Although health is always a journey… it’s important to shift focus from

“needing to get healthy” to a consistent and ever growing “I am healthy.”

Just remember: Your biography is not your destiny.

Each day you have a chance to start new. To try a new mind frame. To attempt a new practice. The more effective practices I have found that work for me personally and with my clients are the following: 1. Reflection. Take a step back and reflect on the ways you are actually nourishing yourself. Write them down. As many of the greatest teachers around law of attraction will tell you, “You do not attract what you want.

You attract what you are.” This is also true when it comes to health. Go easy on yourself and ease into this idea that you are in fact already healthy. You must start by focusing on the healthy attributes you already have. (Yes, even if the healthiest thing you’ve done for yourself today is smoke under a pack

of cigarettes) 2. Affirmations don’t necessarily work. But consistent reflection on how you want to feel does.

This is an act of subconscious persuasion, which is an important step in planting new seeds. It takes daily commitment. This is where a journal comes in handy. Give yourself a seven day “challenge” to write out how grateful you are for your newfound health.

Feel excited when you reflect.

3. Implementation of a yoga or meditative practice to align the subconscious mind with the conscious mind.

It is one of the more powerful practices that can take effect within a few days. Losing connection to “spirit” is probably one of our greater problems we suffer from today. We want the gifts, but are not willing to engage in the practices required to attain them.

Relaxing. Taking time in nature. Reconnecting to your breath. These “spir-

itual” practices are simply just the inner work it takes to find true happiness. You have to do the inner work to have the external results.

4. Audiobook on positive affirmations. I personally like the one “Feel free to prosper” It focuses on financial abundance, but can easily be translated to your health mindset. Take a week to listen to this audiobook and implement the practices.

Try re-writing your destiny. Rewrite the destiny of your health by journaling over the next seven days.

Try a test of not “changing” anything other than perhaps a little self reflection time and journaling how healthful you are and lets see where you are at in 7 days.

Kristin Fraser, BSc, is a holistic nutritionist and local freelance writer. She can be reached at kristin@somethingtochewon.ca.

WHO says delaying pregnancy an option for women in Zika areas

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON — The World Health Organization says women who live in areas where Zika is spreading should consider delaying pregnancy, since there’s no other sure way to avoid the virus’ devastating birth defects.

The WHO stopped short of recommending that couples put pregnancy on hold.

“It’s not saying they should delay.

They should be given the information about it and offered that as an option,” WHO spokeswoman Nyka Alexander said Thursday.

Zika is rapidly spreading through Latin America and the Caribbean, and health officials in several affected countries have made similar recommendations. But the WHO’s guidelines, updated last week, could affect millions of couples who live in outbreak areas.

Zika causes only a mild and brief illness, at worst, in most people. But it can cause fetal death and severe brain defects in the children of women infected during pregnancy.

There is no vaccine. In outbreak areas, the main defence is to avoid mosquito bites. But Zika also can be spread through unprotected sex with a man who was infected.

Around the world, health officials have advised pregnant women not to travel to areas where Zika is spreading. And the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has additional advice for non-pregnant travellers: Women should wait at least eight weeks after a Zika illness, or possible exposure to the virus, before trying

to conceive. Men who had symptoms should wait at least six months before trying, the CDC recommends.

In response to the WHO’s new guidelines, the CDC said health care providers should discuss Zika’s risks and how to prevent infection, and provide information about contraception.

“As part of their pregnancy planning and counselling with their health care providers, some women and their partners residing in areas with active Zika virus transmission might decide to delay pregnancy,” the agency said in a statement.

Zika also can be a hazard to the scientists studying it. The University of Pittsburgh said Thursday one of its researchers accidentally stuck herself with a needle during a Zika experiment and went on to develop symptoms. Pitt officials said the lab accident occurred last month and the researcher has recovered and returned to work.

Nearly 700 infections have been reported in U.S. states. All were people who had travelled abroad, or who had sex with someone who did.

The virus is spreading in Puerto Rico and health officials say clusters of illnesses are likely in the mainland U.S. as mosquito season heats up. On Thursday, CDC Director Tom Frieden made another plea for Congress to quickly provide funding needed to battle Zika.

“Give us the money so we can work with American women and children and families to monitor the effects of Zika, so we can do a better job at killing mosquitoes to protect American women, and so we can develop better tools to diagnose Zika, to control mosquitoes and ultimately, with NIH in

FILE Photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Three-month-old Esther Kamilly has her head measured by Brazilian and U.S. health workers from the United States’ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) at her home in Joao Pessoa, Brazil, as part of a study on the Zika virus and the birth defect microcephaly. the lead, to find a vaccine to protect women,” Frieden said.

The White House on Thursday hosted a video teleconference involving administration officials, the CDC and Southern governors such as Rick Scott of Florida to go over Zika response planning as the likelihood of Zika cases is increasing with the summer heat.

“We are likely to see single cases of transmission and we could certainly see clusters in some at-risk communities, and we want to make sure we do everything possible to get ahead of them,” Frieden told reporters later.

Frieden said a key element of the federal response is CDC rapid response teams when cases arise.

The Obama administration requested $1.9 billion in February, to allow officials to continue Zika prevention efforts and begin studying long-term effects of people infected by the disease.

In Congress, the House and Senate each passed Zika bills that would provide funding at levels lower than the administration’s request. The Senate voted late Wednesday to begin talks with the House on compromise legislation.

The Senate proposal includes $1.1 billion without spending cuts to offset the expense, while the House has backed a $622 million measure with cuts elsewhere.

Getting real about adult asthma DRS. OZ AND ROIZEN YOU DOCS Asthma’s not just for kids. More and more adults are developing this lung-damaging condition that steals your breath, zaps your energy and even can threaten your life. Trouble is, warning signs of adult asthma are tough to spot, and a new survey shows plenty of people overlook them!

Nearly 1 in 13 American adults has this breathing problem, and there’s evidence that even more are living with it. For half, it kicks up in adulthood, sometimes without the classic symptoms like wheezing and shortness of breath.

A stubborn cough, sleep problems and chest pain are red flags missed by 35 to 49 per cent of people in a brandnew poll from Colorado’s respected respiratory health center, National Jewish Health.

Asthma sends millions of people to the emergency room and kills thousands each year. Controlling asthma

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with a smart medication plan and a healthy lifestyle can help you feel like yourself again — and get you back to doing what you love, keeping your RealAge younger. Here’s what you need to know about spotting and easing this grown-up breathing problem: Adult asthma’s got grown-up triggers. Lung irritants such as tobacco smoke and airborne chemicals like oil fragrances and air fresheners can set off adult asthma. So can inflammation from lung infections like pneumonia or chronic sinus problems, along with factors you might not associate with your lungs, including emotional stress, extra pounds and chronic sinus problems. Women are 20 per cent more likely to develop it than men.

You and your doctor might overlook it. That age-related loss of muscle mass that begins in our 30s doesn’t just affect your abs and thighs. Lung muscles weaken, too, leading to a gradual drop in lung power (great reason to keep on exercising!). Breathing a little harder after a walk around the block, doing simple chores out in cold weather or when you’re around pets, pollen, dust, fumes, strong odors or tobacco smoke might seem like normal aging, but it could mask asthma. Same goes

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for breathing problems that wake you up at night.

Asthma management means medications (and more). If you are diagnosed, work with your doctor to create an asthma action plan, then stick to it. For some reason (likely because nobody’s nagging and tracking), adults are more likely than kids to get lax about controlling their asthma. An estimated 30 to 70 per cent don’t use their meds the way their doc recommended, boosting risk for severe asthma attacks and trips to the ER. Know which meds to take when, including daily controllers and emergency rescue drugs. Keep tabs on lung capacity with home breathing checks, too. If you’re confused about your plan or can’t afford your asthma medications, don’t delay. Talk with your doc about ways to make things simpler and more affordable.

But don’t stop there. Healthy meals and regular exercise can help, too. A diet packed with colorful fruits and vegetables, whole grains and omega-3 fatty acids (from salmon, wild trout, walnuts, avocados) fuels the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory defenses that help keep your lungs strong. Take a daily, 30 minute walk (talk to your

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doc about the meds to take along if you have exercise-induced asthma); in one recent study, aerobic exercise made asthma symptoms milder. In another report, people who exercised for 30 minutes a day were 2 ½ times more likely to have their asthma under control than those who didn’t.

Stress-soothing yoga also helps improve daily life for people with asthma.

Get tough about your triggers. Allergy-inducing irritants like pet dander, dust mites, pollen, mold spores, fumes from cleaning products and air-fresheners (they’re really air blockers), and smoke from your neighbor’s cigars all could set off an asthma attack. But too often, adults with asthma aren’t sure what set off their symptoms. ID your personal triggers (an allergist can help), then steer clear. And be prepared to deal with common adult-asthma triggers you can’t avoid, like air pollution and weather changes.

Mehmet Oz, M.D. is host of “The Dr. Oz Show,” and Mike Roizen, M.D. is Chief Wellness Officer and Chair of Wellness Institute at Cleveland Clinic. To live your healthiest, tune into “The Dr. Oz Show” or visit www.sharecare.com.

SHILOH LINDSEY PLAYS FRATTERS SPEAKEASY Seasoned songwriter and storyteller Shiloh Lindsey is a most unique character in Canadian music.

Hard-raised on a ranch in south central Alberta, she has also lived in Vancouver and Halifax, she pairs open country authenticity with big city sensibilities, for a complex blend of prairie, mountain and coastal textures.

She will be playing Fratters on Thursday at 8:30 p.m. with a $5 cover.

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HANNIN 1945 - 2016 Terrance (Terry) Herbert Hannin of Red Deer, passed away June 13, 2016, after a courageous fight with cancer.

He is survived by his loving wife Wanda, his son Chad (Aleah) grandkids Ayden and Abby. Stepchildren Mike, Marlina (Lori) and Mark (Brandy). Terry was born in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan to parents Herbert and Loretta. He went on to become a member of the pipefitters union where he worked in pipeline construction for most of his days. Terry was passionate about sports, particularly football and was happy to sit in his black recliner on a Sunday, watching the games and discussing them with his son Chad. His true passion though was family and friends. He enjoyed nothing more than 4 p.m. happy hour in the backyard with Wanda by his side and whomever else could stop by. Listening to The Eagles, playing cards and a cold beer surrounded by those he loved was a great day for him. Terry will be missed for his incredible sense of humour, his smile that lit up a room and his love for his family and pets. An open celebration of Terry’s life will be held this Friday June 17th at 4:00 pm at the Red Deer Legion, 2810 Bremner Ave., Red Deer AB. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Red Deer Hospice Society, 99 Arnot Ave. Red Deer AB T4R 3S6 or to the Central Alberta Cancer Centre, PO Bag 503, Red Deer AB T4N 4E7.

Condolences to Terry’s family may be emailed to meaningfulmemorials@yahoo.ca MEANINGFUL MEMORIALS Funeral Service Red Deer 587-876-4944

RILEY Michael Charles Michael Charles Riley of Red Deer, Alberta and formerly of St. Thomas, Ontario passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 12, 2016, at his residence at the age of 61.

Dearly loved son of Edna (McDonald) Riley and the late Raymond “Ray” Riley (2004) and dear brother of Susan Riley (Randy Caldwell) of St. Thomas.

Sadly missed by a number of cousins and friends in Red Deer and St. Thomas. Mike was born in St. Thomas on December 13, 1954. He worked over 33 years at the Michener Centre in Red Deer and retired in November, 2014. He played the guitar and had a collection of guitars.

Mike enjoyed jamming with his friends in Red Deer. A private family service will be held in St. with Thomas.

Cremation, interment with his father in Elmdale Cemetery.

WILLIAMS FUNERAL HOME, 45 Elgin St., St. Thomas in charge of arrangements.

Remembrances may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of choice.

SCOTT Arlyn Merle Feb. 11, 1962-June 3, 2016 It is with great sorrow and a heavy hearts that we have to announce the sudden and tragic loss of a great man, Arlyn Merle Scott. Born February 11,1962 to Ida and Leslie Scott, Arlyn was only 54 at the time of his passing on June 3rd, 2016. He had just started out on his second bicycle tour across Canada.

He was only a few short hours into his trip when the good Lord called him home.

Arlyn was not a stranger to the road, and was familiar with almost every Province across this great country of ours, having previously cycled across almost all of them. The only one he had left to conquer was Newfoundland, and although he finally made it there, his journey was cut tragically short. In addition to Canada, Arlyn spent three months cycling around Australia, although cycling was not his only passion. He spent a great deal of time outdoors, camping & kayaking as well.

But his most important love was the love he had for his two children Leslie Scott and Linda Scott (Darrel). While his family and friends mourn the loss of a brother, son, uncle and friend, Leslie and Linda mourn the loss of a teacher, a role model, a hero, a confidant and their biggest source of inspiration. The youngest of eight children, Arlyn is pre-deceased by his parents, Ida and Leslie Scott and his eldest brother Lloyd Scott.

He is survived by Hazel Rauch (Werner), Marjorie Rutschke (Allan), Harvey Scott (Sheila), Lila McClurg (Ken), Wendell Scott (Pauline) and Trilla Scott. A memorial service is scheduled for Friday, June 17, 2016 at the Chapel of The Sylvan Lake Funeral Home, 5019 47A Ave, Sylvan Lake at 11:00am. A small gathering for friends and family to follow.

Arrangements entrusted to SYLVAN LAKE FUNERAL HOME. SYLVAN LAKE AND ROCKY FUNERAL HOMES AND CREMATORIUM, your Golden Rule Funeral Homes, entrusted with the arrangements. 403-887-2151

TASH It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Don Tash. Donald Francis Tash was born February 4, 1939 in Dillon, MT to Cora Frances (Sapp) Tash and Donald Raymond Tash. Don taught school in Harlowton, Montana for 3 years and in 1967 he accepted a teaching position in Stettler, Alberta.

The move to Canada was an adventure and was only meant to last 2 years, but became home for 48 Ω years. Don will be dearly remembered and missed by his wife Penny of 57 years; his children: Kevin (Kate), Scott (Jenny), Dawn Rene’ (Les) Finnigan, Selene, Trevor (Chi) and “divinely sent” daughter Stephanie Prytuliak. His very sad grandchildren include: Danysia and Arianne Tash, Cheillah and Stefan Kranic, Shirdi Tash, and Vinh and Thao Tash. “Papa” or “Pa” was a huge part of their lives. Also mourning his passing, his beloved sister Carol Walter (Gary) of Great Falls, Mt; special cousin Carl Robertson of Bozeman, MT; brother in law Jack Nichols (Crystal) of Kennewick, WA; sisters-in-law Jill Mathisen (George) of Brighton, CO and Samantha Fetveit (Steve) of Kalispell, MT; numerous nieces and nephews; former daughtersin-law Natalia Filipchuk and Pam Thursby; and former son-in-law Andy Kranic. He and Penny have also been blessed with the best and most generous friends imaginable. Donations are kindly accepted for the Palliative Care Room at Stettler Hospital and Care Centre or St. Peter Lutheran Church. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.stettlerfuneralhome.com A “Celebration of His Life” will be held June 18, 2016, at Wm. E. Hay High School Gymnasium at 2:00 p.m. with lunch to follow at St. Peter Lutheran Church.

STETTLER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM entrusted with the care and arrangements. 403-742-3422

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TIU Liong Chi Mr. Liong Chi Tiu passed away in Red Deer on June 12, 2016 at the age of 95 years. He leaves to mourn his wife, Lay Chun Chua; children, Lily (Narciso) Lim, Peter (Rose), Antonio (Bella) and Julie (Sandie) Aseron; 11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. A visitation will be held on Friday, June 17, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at Red Deer Funeral Home, 6150 67 Street, Red Deer. A prayer service will follow at 7:00 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.reddeerfuneralhome.com Arrangements entrusted to RED DEER FUNERAL HOME 6150 - 67 Street, Red Deer.

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Caregivers/ Aides

710

FULL-TIME live-in caregiver needed for elderly lady.

Please call 403-392-0711 LOOKING for a Live-in Caregiver w/exp. to care for 5 & 8 yr. old. Email resume to: jeannette. lobaton@yahoo.ca

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WADEY (Nee Duckworth) Winnifred (Winnie) Winnie was born on April 17, 1929 and passed away peacefully, Thursday June 09, 2016. She is predeceased by her husband Elmer, and survived by her four loving daughters; Terry, Lorna (Bob), Cheryl and Brenda, five grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, and one precious great great grandson.

A funeral service for Winnie will be held Friday June 17, 2016 at 1:30pm at the Blackfalds United Church (4707 Broadway Avenue, Blackfalds, Alberta). Interment to follow at the Blackfalds Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Lacombe Foundation (4508 C&E Trail, Lacombe, Alberta, T4L 1V9) or to The Canadian Diabetes Association (6874 52 Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 4L1). Condolences may be made by visiting www.wilsonsfuneralchapel.ca Wilson’s Funeral Chapel & Crematorium serving Central Alberta with locations in Lacombe and Rimbey in charge of arrangements.

Phone: 403.782.3366 or 403.843.3388 “A Caring Family, Caring for Families for 40 Years”

in the Classifieds 309-3300

ARAMARK at (Dow Prentiss Plant) about 20-25 minutes out of Red Deer needs hardworking, reliable, honest person w/drivers license, to work 40/hrs. per week w/some weekends, daytime hrs. $15/hr. Floor skills would be an asset. Fax resume w/ref’s to 403-885-7006 or e-mail: lobb-black-valerie @aramark.ca. Attn: Val Black

Restaurant/ Hotel

820

EAST 40TH PUB REQ’S F/T or P/T GRILL COOK Apply in person with resume 3811 40th Ave. Start your career!

See Help Wanted

JJAM Management (1987) Ltd., o/a Tim Horton’s Requires to work at these Red Deer, AB locations: #3, 5111 22 St. 37444 HWY 2 S 37543 HWY 2N 700 3020 22 St. Food Service Supervisor Req’d F/T & P/T permanent shift, early morning, morning, day, eves. shift weekend day night. both full and part time. 40 - 44 hrs/wk 8 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. Education not req’d. Apply in person or fax 403-314-1303

Trades

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P/T Carpenter needed, will work into F/T seasonal. mmurphy@decks.ca

TO ORDER HOME DELIVERY OF THE ADVOCATE CALL OUR CIRCULATION DEPARTMENT 403-314-4300 ADULT or YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED For delivery of Flyers, Wednesday and Friday ONLY 2 DAYS A WEEK CLEARVIEW RIDGE CLEARVIEW TIMBERSTONE LANCASTER VANIER WOODLEA/ WASKASOO DEER PARK GRANDVIEW EASTVIEW MICHENER MOUNTVIEW ROSEDALE GARDEN HEIGHTS MORRISROE Call Prodie at 403-314-4301

ADULT or YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED For delivery of Flyers, Wednesday and Friday ONLY 2 DAYS A WEEK ANDERS BOWER HIGHLAND GREEN INGLEWOOD JOHNSTONE KENTWOOD RIVERSIDE MEADOWS PINES SUNNYBROOK SOUTHBROOKE WEST LAKE WEST PARK Call Tammy at 403-314-4306

CARRIERS NEEDED For CENTRAL ALBERTA LIFE 1 day a week INNISFAIL PENHOLD LACOMBE SYLVAN LAKE OLDS BLACKFALDS PONOKA STETTLER Call Sandra at 403- 314-4303

ADULT CARRIERS NEEDED INNISFAIL 6 DAYS A WEEK BY 6:30 AM Call Joanne at 403- 314-4308

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Household Furnishings

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KITCHEN Chairs, (4), $40; Chesterfield & Chair, French Provincial, Beige Satin $150.; 403-309-3045

CLASSIFICATIONS 1500-1990

EquipmentHeavy

WANTED

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Misc. for Sale

2 ELECTRIC LAMPS, $20.

403-885-5020 50 - BRAND NEW turn buckles, hook and eye, 9-3/8” $1.00 each call 403-728-3485

BENCH Grinder, 1/3 HP, $25.; Dremel Tool Kit with base, $40.; Metal Folding table, $15. 403-346-6539 METAL STORAGE shelves, (2) metal 3’ x 6’. $30.

Wind speed Indicator, $15.; CB Radios (2), w/accessories. $25.

403-346-6539

SHOES, ladies size 37, summer flat slingback, Rieker, anti-stress. Off white leather. Sides are open weave, worn once.

Regular $185. Asking $80.

587-876-2914

1680

VIDEO Photo Tripod, extended height, 143 cm. $40. 403-346-6539

MOWER, rear bag. $85.

403-347-5873, 350-1077

Household Furnishings

WATER HOSE REEL, $35. 403-885-5020

1720

Travel Packages

GLASS TOP metal end tables (2) and coffee table w/glass. $50. each.

403-341-9050

Restaurant/ Hotel

1900

TRAVEL ALBERTA Alberta offers SOMETHING for everyone.

Make your travel plans now.

HOSPITAL Bed, single, Exc. cond. $60. obo.

But you pick up.

403-343-8662

VINTAGE Wedding Dress XS, (approx. size 2), Ivory embossed, satin broquet, Full length. $200.

587-876-2914

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3 BDRM main fl. house for rent, avail. imm., $1150/mo. + 2/3 util. Call Bob 403-872-3400 SYLVAN: fully furn. rentals incld’s all utils. & cable. $550 - $1300. By the week or month. 403-880-0210

Condos/ Townhouses

3030

SEIBEL PROPERTY ONE MONTH FREE RENT 6 locations in Red Deer, well-maintained townhouses, lrg, 3 bdrm, 11/2 bath, 4 + 5 appls.

Westpark, Kentwood, Highland Green, Riverside Meadows. Rent starting at $1000. SD $500. For more info, phone 403-304-7576 or 403-347-7545

3050

GLENDALE 2 Bdrm. 4-plex, 4 appls., $925. incl. sewer, water & garbage. D.D. $650, Avail. now or July 1.

403-304-5337

ORIOLE PARK 3 bdrm., 1-1/2 bath, $975. rent, s.d. $650, incl water sewer and garbage.

Avail. now or July 1st.

403-304-5337

Apply in person or send resume to: Email:kfcjobsrd@yahoo.ca or Fax: (403) 341-3820

TWO WEEKS FREE CLEARVIEW, 4 plex 2 bdrm. + den (bdrm), 1 1/2 baths, $975.mo. n/s, no pets, . 403-391-1780 WESTPARK 2 bdrm. 4-plex, 4 appls.

Rent $925/mo. d.d. $650.

Avail. now or July 1 403-304-5337 7642688F7-20

• Very Competitive Wages • Advancement Opportunities With medical Benefits • Paid training • Paid Breaks

LARGE, 1 & 2 BDRM. SUITES. 25+, adults only n/s, no pets 403-346-7111

Suites

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Mobile Lot

3190

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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Industrial Property

4150

WatersEdge Marina

SMALL office storage etc.

Unit approx., 8x20, not on skids, all steel & insulated w/power & furnace.

8x12 Calf shed w/floor & doors. Call 403-347-6455

Boat Slips Available For Sale or Rent Sylvan Lake, AB 403.318.2442 info@watersedgesylvan.com www.watersedgesylvan.com

Buildings For Sale

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Realtors & Services

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MORRISROE MANOR

Antique & Classic Autos

NOW RENTING SELECT 1 BDRM. APT’S. starting at $795/mo.

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

Opposite Hospital 2 bdrm. apt. w/balcony, adults only, no pets heat/water incld. $875.

403-346-5885 PENHOLD 1 bdrm., 4 appls., inclds. heat & water, no pets, $760/mo. 348-6594 PENHOLD, deluxe 3 bdrm., hrdwd. flrs., inclds. heat and water, $1100. 403-348-6594

5020

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Houses For Sale

4020

1/2 DUPLEX, 2 storey 1600 sq. ft. 3 bdrms., 2 1/2 baths, main flr. laundry, att. dble. garage, close to playgrounds, schools & shopping. Serious buyers only, no realtors.

403-342-0813

Farms/ Land

4070

WORKING TREE Farm, Shop, Living Space, Cabin, Pond, Beach, and more on 17 acres with beautiful mountain view! 5000 trees plus oil revenue. West of Sylvan Lake. MLS CA0080467 $889,900.

Call Sandra Knoll Craig, Realty Executives Red Deer 403-358-8203

for sale by Auction, Saturday June 18 @ 1pm MAS Sales Centre, Blackfalds, AB: 1980 Corvette LS 454 2 Dr. Coupe S/N 1Z878A5431125, 1986 Chevy Camaro Z28 Car W/305 Motor, 3 Speed Auto W/Performance Cam & New Paint, New Tires & Wheels, New Dual Exhaust New T-Tops. www.montgomeryauctions.com 403-885-5149 Looking for a place to live?

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Trucks

5050

1997 GMC Sonoma, 175,000 kms. $1800. obo 587-377-5034 Celebrate your life with a Classified ANNOUNCEMENT

5120

4090 4100

3090

ROOM TO RENT very large $450. 403-350-4712 WEST PARK, $500. rent DD $250. smoking ok, Must have job or steady income 403-392-1499

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Offices

2 BDRM. lrg. suite adult bldg, free laundry, very clean, quiet, Avail. now or JULY 1. $900/mo., S.D. Pasture $650. 403-304-5337 PASTURE GLENDALE, 2 bdrm., North Red Deer. 10 $800/mo., D.D. $850, N/S, cow/calf pairs, no bulls, no no pets, no partiers. yearlings. 403-346-5885 403-346-1458

Open House

3180

Call Classifieds 403-309-3300

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1010

Accounting

INDIVIDUAL & BUSINESS Accounting, 30 yrs. of exp. with oilfield service companies, other small businesses and individuals RW Smith, 346-9351

1070

Cleaning

CLEAN FREAK FOR HIRE Avail. to start cleaning houses on July 2. Call: Sharla at 403-357-7801 leave msg Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY

Handyman Services

1200

BOOK NOW! For help on your home projects such as bathroom, main floor, and bsmt. renovations. Also painting and flooring.

Call James 403-341-0617

1280

Massage Therapy

FANTASY SPA

Elite Retreat, Finest in VIP Treatment.

10 - 2am Private back entry

OPEN HOUSE SERGE’S HOMES June 16 & 17, 2 - 5 June 18 & 19, 1 - 5 6325 61 AVE RED DEER

1085

Contractors

1100

BLACK CAT CONCRETE Garage/Patios/RV pads Sidewalks/Driveways Dean 403-505-2542 BRIDGER CONST. LTD. We do it all! 403-302-8550

CONCRETE???

We’ll do it all...Free est.

Call E.J. Construction Jim 403-358-8197

1290

Misc.

Services

5* JUNK REMOVAL Property clean up 505-4777

Painters/ Decorators

Drywall, tape, texture, Fully licensed & insured.

Free Estimates. Call anytime Dave, 403-396-4176

1160

Entertainment

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A Star Makes Your Ad A Winner!

CALL:

309-3300

DANCE DJ SERVICES 587-679-8606

1310

JG PAINTING, 25 yrs. exp.

Free Est. 403-872-8888 TUSCANY PAINTING 403-598-2434

1370

Roofing

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

DAMON INTERIORS Seniors’

Tour These Fine Homes

4210

Construction

DALE’S HOME RENO’S Free estimates for all your reno needs. 403-506-4301

Directory North Red Deer

CALL NOW TO FIND OUT MORE

To Advertise Your Business or Service Here

COUNTERTOP replacement.

Kitchen reno’s.

Wes 403-302-1648

Downtown Office Large waiting room, 2 offices & storage room, 403-346-5885

CLASSIFIEDS 403-309-3300

CLASSIFICATIONS 1000-1430

HICKORY DICKORY DECKS For all your decking needs.

Wood or low maint. composite. Warranty. mmurphy@decks.ca (403) 348-1285

2011 SPRINGDALE by 2 BDRM. mobile home, Keystone 31’ travel trailer stove fridge, washer, dryer in mint cond., 3’ x 14’ slide, in Rimbey Mobile Home electric awning, jacks & Rental incentives avail.

Park. Good cond. $19,500. hitch lift, rotating tv - to 1 & 2 bdrm. adult building, obo. 1-780-465-7107 view in living room or bdrm.

N/S, No pets.

2 - 30 lb. propane tanks, 403-596-2444 equalizer hitch, REDUCED Income to $16,750 obo.

VICTORIA PARK lwschroh@hotmail.com or Property STUDIO 403-347-9067 APARTMENT SALE! RARE OPPORTUNITY All inclusive senior living.

You can sell your guitar Avail. for immed. occupancy 2 CLEARVIEW MEADOWS for a song...

4 plexes, side by side, from $1849. Call to book a or put it in CLASSIFIEDS $639,000. ea. 403-391-1780 tour 403-309-1957 and we’ll sell it for you!

Rooms For Rent

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Call GORD ING at RE/MAX real estate central alberta 403-341-9995

Rental incentives avail.

1 & 2 bdrm. adult bldg. only, N/S, No pets.

403-596-2444

CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS

wheels 5000-5300

One free year of Telus internet & cable AND one month’s rent FREE on 2 bedrooms! Renovated suites in central location.

Cat friendly. leasing@ rentmidwest.com 1(888)482-1711

5160

Boats & Marine

QUEEN’S BUSINESS PARK New industrial bay, 2000 sq. ft. footprint, $359,000. or for Rent. 403-391-1780

LIMITED TIME OFFER:

2BDRM. Lacombe condo NEW Glendale reno’d 1 & 2 in 45+ bldg, ground flr. bdrm. apartments, rent 1250/mo w/some utils. $750, last month of lease No smkg/pets. Avail July free, immed. occupancy.

1 780-484-0236 403-596-6000 3 BDRM. 2 full baths, 4 appls., avail. now or July 1. SD $800. Rent $975 403-304-5337

ACROSS from park, 2 bdrm. 4-plex, 1 1/2 bath, 4 appls. Rent $925/mo. d.d. $650. Avail. now or July 1. 403-304-5337

FULL TIME and PART TIME SHIFTS AVAILABLE

CITY VIEW APTS.

rentals

4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes

GASOLINE ALLEY LOCATION

ADULT 2 BDRM. spacious suites 3 appls., heat/water incl’d., ADULT ONLY BLDG, no pets, Oriole Park. 403-986-6889

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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

Now Hiring

3060

Suites

2 bdrm in Clean, quiet, newly reno’d adult building.

Rent $900 S.D. $700.

DOUBLE Mattress and box Avail. immed. Near hospital. No pets. 403-318-3679 spring Clean, Good condition. 403-342-6545 DOWNTOWN well-managed, quiet adult bldg., avail. now, 1 & 2 bdrm. with balcony, $850 and $895/mo. Heat and water incld. 2 wks. free with 6 mo. lease. No pets.

403-348-1262 or 403-347-3213 CLASSIFICATIONS

Houses/ Duplexes

MAKEUP, from New York, red hot crocodile bag, 12 eye shadows, 2 blush, 1 nail polish, 1 lip gloss. NEW!! Valued at $195. Asking $75.

587-876-2914

FIREWOOD seasoned & split $50.00 1/2 ton load.

403-728-3485

Garden Supplies

Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY

GAZEBO, hardtop, new in box. 12’x9’x8’, $500.

403-341-9050

B.C. Birch, Aspen, Spruce/Pine. Delivery avail.

PH. Lyle 403-783-2275

1910

FOR RENT • 3000-3200 WANTED • 3250-3390

Electric Bar-B-que $50.

403-309-3045

1660

Firewood

1760

100 VHS movies, $75 for all. 403-885-5020

1640

Wedding Supplies

Wanted To Buy

Antiques, furniture and estates. 342-2514

TRAILERS for sale or rent Job site, office, well site or storage. Skidded or wheeled. Call 347-7721.

Tools

1720

Services

1372

HELPING HANDS Home Supports for Seniors.

Cooking, cleaning, companionship. At home or facility. 403-346-7777

1430

Yard Care

1180

SECOND 2 NONE, reg. and res. grass cutting/yard clean-up/trim hedges, brush/ rock and sod jobs/eaves.

NEED FLOORING DONE? Free est. 403-302-7778 Don’t pay the shops more.

YARD CARE Over 20 yrs. exp.

Call Ryan @ 403-348-1459 Call Jon 403-848-0393

Flooring

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Sol 1971 CORVETTE, 454 big block. $16,500.

403-598-4131

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

403-350-6695

2006 Harley Davidson Dyna Super Glide, 10,800 kms, mint cond. $11,000.

Call 403-896-1620.

2009 Grand Caravan, exc. cond, extra set winter tires, DVD, extras $12,500 obo 403-505-5789

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Bee madder than a hornet ‘FULL FRONTAL’ HOST RESPONDS TO MASS SHOOTING WITH RAGE

BY STEPHANIE MERRY ADVOCATE NEWS SERVICES

Photo by ADVOCATE news services

This image released by Disney shows the characters Hank, voiced by Ed O’Neill, left, and Dory, voiced by Ellen DeGeneres, in a scene from ‘Finding Dory.’

DeGeneres just keeps swimming

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — Finding Dory isn’t just about a little blue fish looking for a home. The long-awaited sequel to Finding Nemo ” also reflects the journey of the woman behind the gills, Ellen DeGeneres.

Like Dory, DeGeneres had been feeling a little lost 13 years ago, when she first voiced the happy little fish with short-term memory issues. DeGeneres had publicly come out as gay a few years earlier, and had the title character on her namesake sitcom do the same.

It was a cultural flash point then the show was cancelled. About the same time, DeGeneres’ three-year relationship with Anne Heche suffered a painful ending.

“For a while, I didn’t imagine that I would have anything again,” DeGeneres said, her blue eyes bright and direct. “So then I just kept swimming.”

She returned to the standup circuit and started over. Soon, DeGeneres was launching her daytime talk show .

“Just keep swimming” is Dory’s motto. The little fish may not always know where she is or what she’s doing there, but she can keep moving forward.

“It was weird that (writer-director Andrew Stanton) was writing that at the same time that I was really wondering what was going to happen to me,” DeGeneres said.

Now her Emmy-winning show is in its 13th season. She’s a CoverGirl spokeswoman she hosted the Oscars, Emmys and Grammys twice each and introduced her own lifestyle brand, ED, last year. Everyone knows what

happened to DeGeneres: she became an A-list star.

She had been lobbying on her talk show for a sequel to Nemo for years, but she was still shocked when the call came in — especially when Stanton said Dory was the main character.

“That’s a day I’ll never forget,” DeGeneres said.

Finding Dory introduces the blue tang fish as a baby, long before she meets her clownfish pals Marlin and Nemo. Little Dory’s doting parents are helping their ELLEN DEGENERES daughter develop skills for dealing with her memory troubles when an undertow whisks her out to sea. Dory quickly forgets why she’s in the open ocean, and just keeps swimming until she makes new friends.

Along the way, she discovers that what she thought were liabilities are actually strengths. Her spontaneous way of approaching challenges inspires her fish friends to ask themselves, “What would Dory do?”

The role represents DeGeneres’ first major acting gig since Nemo. She spent three years recording bits of Dory’s vocals alone in a sound booth — the same one where Nemo taped a decade earlier.

“She walked in and we picked up exactly where we had left off,” Stanton

said.

Like when she agreed to host the Oscars a second time, DeGeneres was ready for a challenge when Stanton called. Could she move audiences with nothing more than her voice?

“This is, to me, harder than acting with your body and our facial expressions,” she said. “It’s challenging to act with only your voice.”

In a scene where Dory cries, DeGeneres says she shed real tears.

“I love being able to express myself in different ways and be emotional and not just be funny all the time,” she said.

The 58-year-old entertainer is also expressing herself through her latest passion, her ED brand of clothing, accessories and home decor. On this day, she is sporting yet-to-be-released sneakers from the collection that say “love” on the sides. Her black-andwhite floral blouse is from ED, too.

She’s expanding the line to include jeans, menswear, furniture and pet items.

All of these things — the talk show, the brand, Finding Dory — seemed impossible when the Ellen sitcom was cancelled in 1998.

“To launch my talk show at the same time Nemo was coming out, and then to end up where the sequel is now about Dory — I’ve got so many good things going on,” said DeGeneres, who married actress Portia Di Rossi in 2008.

“It’s really weird timing that Dory is looking for her home and I’m in a place where I am home,” DeGeneres added. “I feel really, really amazed that I was able to come back to this point.”

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Larry David returning with more Curb Your Enthusiasm NEW YORK — No need to curb your enthusiasm at this news: Larry David is bringing back his HBO comedy series for a ninth season.

No further details were announced

by HBO on Tuesday, but word that Curb Your Enthusiasm will live again should be enough to thrill its fans for now.

The eighth season aired in 2011, and, since then, David has remained tight-lipped over whether there would be more.

Premiering in 2000, the series was created by and stars David in a fictionalized version of himself as he stumbles into socially awkward situations.

Curb has logged 80 episodes to date, which makes it HBO’s longest-running scripted series.

Among David’s projects since curbing his series: a hit Broadway play, Fish in the Dark, which he wrote and starred in last year.

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Samantha Bee started Monday night’s episode of Full Frontal with an explanation of what a late-night host is supposed to do in the wake of yet another mass shooting: Give some well-meaning words, offer sympathy and be a beacon of optimism with a platitude about love conquering hate.

“You know what? (Expletive) it,” she said. “I’m too angry for that. Love does not win, unless we love each other enough to fix our (expletive) problems.”

Seth Myers tried to help his audience “process” the tragedy, because he didn’t think we could ever fully understand it. Stephen Colbert lamented having to rehash the same tired post-massacre script, and Trevor Noah lamented having to rehash the same tired post-massacre process of disbelief followed by mourning followed by another shooting.

Bee took a different approach and, ultimately, a more cathartic one.

“Is it OK if, instead of making jokes, I just scream for seven minutes until we go to commercial?” she asked. And then she let flow a brilliant and withering tirade against the policies and politicians that got us here.

“Mass shootings have become so frequent in this country, it seems like the only thing that will stop a bad guy with a gun is another bad guy with a gun who coincidentally came to shoot up the same place,” she said.

Maybe Myers couldn’t make sense of this tragedy, but Bee certainly could. She broke it all down, starting with “mass shooter du jour” Omar Mateen, a guy who beat his ex-wife, was known for erratic, hateful behavior and was questioned by the FBI more than once.

“But none of these things disqualified him from legally buying a gun that shoots 45 rounds a minute — not even his terrible mirror selfies,” she said. “I think we can all agree that if you don’t have one friend to hold the phone for you, your lone wolf ass doesn’t get a gun.”

Next, she went on to shame the people in power. Her first target was Marco Rubio, who appeared in a clip saying, “This could happen anywhere in the world. Unfortunately, today it was Orlando’s turn.”

“Orlando’s turn?” Bee spat. “Mass shootings are so normal now that we’re taking turns?”

She also shot down his claim that this could happen anywhere. After five mass shootings, Australia passed strict gun laws in 1996, she explained, and it hasn’t had a mass shooting since.

She reserved her most pointed commentary for Florida Gov. Rick Scott, who was shown in a clip dodging a question about how policy might help this increasingly dire problem. He told CNN that, if people want to help, they should pray.

“You heard the man,” Bee said, disgusted. “The biggest, most helpful thing you can do to ensure this never happens again is sit quietly in a room with your eyes closed talking to nobody. Wait a minute, we pray after every mass shooting — and they keep happening!”

Bee is more interested in action: what we can actually do about someone like Mateen, who could have easily been on a no-fly list, given his terrorist leanings, and yet still had no trouble buying an AR-15-type gun, or as Bee calls them, “high-capacity penis substitutes (which) are a (lousy) choice for hunting and home protection but perfect for portable mayhem.”

“Until we as a nation find the political will to reject a mass shooting per day as the price of freedom, I’m just going to pray,” she said. “Are you there God? It’s me, Sam. Please bless the victims and their friends and families in their time of unspeakable pain. Give us the courage to say, ‘no more’ and, while you’re at it, please send the NRA a plague of boils. Amen.”

In one seven-minute clip, Bee presented a well-reasoned argument, and she did it with sorrow and humor. Most importantly, though, she did it with righteous anger. This wasn’t a lament, which is what every other late-night host offered up. It was a call to action.

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Need clearer instructions from doctors KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR ANNIE’S MAILBOX

Dear Annie: I’ve seen several doctors recently, and each time I noticed that they gave a lot of information so quickly that I could not absorb it all, nor could I remember it entirely.

I also received written instructions after a recent surgery, but those weren’t particularly good, either. Part of the instructions included a form that was filled out by the doctor, whose handwriting I had difficulty reading.

Ideally, all information would be typed up and handed to the patient.

Granted, it takes time for someone to do this, but it’s the patients’ health we are dealing with.

If the doctor refuses to provide this, I suggest bringing a voice recorder.

Turn it on when you’re told “the doctor will see you shortly,” and make sure the doctor speaks clearly. Ask them to repeat anything if you don’t think it came across.

Ask the doctor to explain medical terms that are used routinely, but that you may not understand.

Are there any legal issues involved in doing this? Of course, doctors should be informed that they are being recorded. — Get It Right Dear Get: If you are recording the doctor’s instructions for your personal and private use, there should be no objection — legal or otherwise. But most doctors have computerized systems, and in many instances, test results and instructions can be sent to patients via email.

Ask your doctor about this. Hospitals also should be handing you typed post-surgical instructions.

Of course, it is important to read through everything and to call your doctor if you do not understand some-

thing.

Too many patients are reluctant to phone or email their doctor, because they don’t want to be a nuisance. But it is important to be proactive about your health care.

Doctors don’t want you to misinterpret their instructions, either.

Dear Annie: I don’t enjoy going to movies any longer.

Why? Because anything rated PG-13 and up is usually laced with gross profanity. I simply don’t enjoy listening to this kind of language.

I recently agreed to accompany my husband to a movie that received good reviews and starred two well-known actors.

When I left the theater, I was convinced that the writers of this movie must have not gone further than the fourth grade. Nearly every sentence had the f-word. Are these writers so limited in their knowledge of our language and vocabulary? All of that profanity distracted from what could have

been an interesting movie.

We have become desensitized to all the profanity around us. I’d love to see a sophisticated film for adults that doesn’t offend my ears. Am I the only one who feels this way? — No Movies for Me Dear No: We can assure you that others find the vulgar language (not to mention the gratuitous violence and sex) equally objectionable. T here are movies that do not pander to the lowest common denominator. You can look online for various websites that list clean-language films, some of which may also be sophisticated adult films.

Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@ creators.com, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. You can also find Annie on Facebook at Facebook.com/AskAnnies

Forest bathing embraces healing properties of trees TORONTO — It’s no secret that a walk in the woods can be great for boosting your mood.

But a burgeoning group of nature enthusiasts say it can do much more — including strengthen immunity, lower blood pressure, increase your ability to focus, and ultimately lower healthcare costs if done regularly.

This is the forest bathing movement, a growing eco-trend that has nothing to do with water and is all about immersing oneself in the healing properties of trees and plants.

The concept is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, which translates to “taking in the forest atmosphere.”

It involves simply walking — quietly, slowly and deliberately — in a forest, and taking in the sounds, scents, colours, forms and general vibe of nature.

Although physical, it’s not about exercise. The goal is to wind down and

JOANNE MADELINE MOORE HOROSCOPES Wednesday, June 15 CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DATE: Jim Belushi, 62; Courteney Cox, 52; Helen Hunt, 53 THOUGHT OF THE DAY: Strive to be more cooperation and collaborative today.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: You are charming and compassionate, but it’s not up to you to save everyone else. Far better that you help them to help themselves. Learn to live with life’s uncertainties.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Aries can come on too strong, and scare others away.

So turn down your motor and cool your heels, as today’s Venusian energy encourages you to be much more cooperative and inclusive.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Attached Taureans — it’s a terrific time to strengthen your love and commitment to your partner.

If you are single, you’ll have to be patient — and kiss a few frogs before you find your soul mate.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The Sun is powering through your sign until June 21. So it’s time to sparkle and shine, express yourself and entertain others, as you showcase your long list of Gemini talents to the world.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You’re in the mood for some DIY as you paint, polish, design, garden, clean or cook up a storm. But expect to feel under pressure, as you strive to

tune in to the natural world, explains certified forest therapy guide Ben Porchuk.

“You really take time to notice things that you take for granted and as you do that, this is where the relaxation comes in,” says Porchuk, based in London, Ont. “You start to breathe more regularly and your cortisol production lowers, which means you feel de-stressed.”

He notes that forest bathing is a cornerstone of preventive health care in Japan, where Shinrin-Yoku emerged in the 1980s as stress associated with living in larger cities mounted.

Studies in Japan and Korea found forest bathers after their walks had an increased number of “natural killer cells,” immune system cells that combat disease and may even help prevent some kinds of cancer. The researchers believe natural killer cells are boosted when people breathe in organic compounds called phytoncides released by trees.

The data is still largely focused on Japan and Korea, but it’s neverthe-

less spurring similar studies around the world and spawning growth in forest bathing tours, says Amos Clifford, founder and director of the California-based Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs.

There are currently five certified forest therapy guides in Canada — all of them in Ontario — but more are on the way, Clifford says from Gort, Ireland, where he was leading a weeklong training course.

Canada has another five guides-intraining and Clifford expects up to 15 new recruits will attend a training session next month just outside Toronto.

“We’re going to easily triple, maybe quadruple the number of Canadian guides who are certified, probably about seven months from now,” says Clifford.

But do you really need to pay a forest therapy guide $50 to take a walk in the woods?

Clifford says these are more than just walks — they’re guided experiences geared to getting stressed-out city dwellers to slow down and connect

with their surroundings.

“That’s very difficult for most people,” says Clifford.

“I can help you get out of your head and into your senses. And through your senses I can help you re-establish an almost kind of remembered way of connecting relationally with the forest.”

A session with Clifford can last three-and-a-half hours, but might only cover 400 metres. Guides suggest specific exercises along the way, such as watching leaves sway in the breeze or honing in on the furthest sound you can detect. Porchuk keeps participants focused on introspection by playing a flute intermittently as they wander. He ends his sessions with a tea ceremony, in which he serves a brew made from leaves and flowers collected during the walk.

“When you move into nature this way and you disengage your mind you get heightened senses,” says Porchuk, head of the Canadian chapter of the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs.

balance professional and domestic responsibilities.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Lions are still feeling restless! You want to do your own thing but be aware that your actions affect those around you. Aim to contribute your substantial talents to a local group, club or organization.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Slow down Virgo! Take the time to appreciate and enjoy the people, places and activities that you value the most. Plus Venus helps you build bridges with a recalcitrant work colleague.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Today’s Venusian vibes highlight your diplomatic side, as you play peacemaker and calm down a potentially volatile situation. Others will appreciate your calm and considered perspective.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You need to be more disciplined with your money. If you are extravagant or irresponsible with your cash — or credit card — then your financial chickens will come home to roost.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Today will work well if you balance group activities with time alone. Some splendid solitude is just what the doctor ordered Sagittarius, as you slow down and re-charge your depleted batteries.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Colleagues are looking to you for leadership.

Being the boss won’t work so well in your personal life though. A loved one desires more independence, so make sure you listen to their needs.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You’re in the mood to say controversial things, just for the sake of it — and for the reaction you get from others. Smart Aquarians will find more

harmonious ways to have fun today.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You need to be clear and straightforward in your dealings with others today — no Piscean pussy-footing around! Friendships, family matters and

social networking are especially favoured.

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Ask The Dentist! by Dr. Michael Dolynchuk, DDS

My Dentures Seem to Have Triggered Canker Sores Dear Dr. D: I had my teeth pulled late last year, and was fitted with dentures. The upper one seems to fit pretty well, and it has good suction without too much of that magic goo. Horrible stuff, really. But at least it doesn't move around so I can live with it. The lower denture is another story. It hasn't fit perfectly since day one, even though I have had it adjusted a couple of times. Had I known it would have been like this I wouldn't have gone for that option. Eating hasn't been much fun for years, but this is the worst. To top it all off, I'm getting recurring canker sores under the edges of that denture. It seems that just as one is healing another one opens up right beside it. They seem to last for up to two weeks or so, and are beastly when it comes to the pain. It's difficult to eat or drink, even if I'm not trying to chew with the blessed denture. Help! What do you suggest?

A: Canker sores that are small usually are categorized as 'minor' and typically heal in a week or two without scarring. Usually they're oval shaped, with a red edge. The large ones are deeper and are often round but with an irregular edge. These are the ones causing the most discomfort, and can take a month or two to heal up.

Depending on age, there are some very small ones called 'Herpetiform' canker sores which frequently arrive in clusters and heal in a week or two. Note that the name is similar to Herpes – but these have no relationship to that virus. If you are feverish with these sores, or they extend into the lip area, or are simply persistent – see your doctor immediately. Researchers say that injury from dental work, overenthusiastic brushing, cheek bites, or sports injuries can all be triggers. Some hormonal shifts and emotional stress are triggers. Intestinal disorders, food sensitivities to coffee, chocolate, eggs, cheese, spicy and acidic food may contribute. It is more prevalent in females than males, and occurs more often in young adults. Expect your doctor to ask about severity, when first noticed, stress, typical diet, medications (including natural products), and also family history and medical history.

As for the denture situation – an ill-fitting denture (upper or lower) can cause sores which will mimic a canker sore or worse. If your denture has worn down your ridge, it may be riding right on your bone. See a dentist who is trained to identify these pathologies, rather than self-diagnosing. It may be masking more serious concerns. Also, anchoring your denture with some implants will stabilize it and may eliminate your problem. All points to consider!

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