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Officials with a Red Deer high school are under fire this week for allowing a presentation to students from Red Deer & Area Pro-Life who compared abortion to the Holocaust. Last month during a class at École Secondaire Notre Dame High School, Red Deer & Area Pro-Life presented to Grade 10 students. Red Deer Catholic School officials have said the intended outcome of this presentation was to teach students that, “Human life must be respected and protected absolutely from the moment of conception,” as explained in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. A student reportedly recorded the presentation with their phone and sent it to Alberta Education.

“It has come to our attention that the presentation by Red Deer & Area Pro-Life contained controversial resources that did not achieve the intended teaching outcome in a suitable manner,” a release from the Red Deer Catholic School Division stated. Students were shown a video, entitled Abort 73: The Case Against Abortion, Personhood, that compared abortion to the Holocaust. Joel Soodsma, board member with Red Deer & Area Pro-Life said they have received criticism over the presentation. “We got quite a bit of criticism from the minister of education and I think what it was called was hateful propaganda. What we did in that video is compared the people in the past who have also been denied human rights one of the examples of that was the Holocaust - different people

DANCE OFF - Brett Speight and Sherri Ryckman hit the dance floor at the Sheraton Celebrity Dance Off last week. See our story on page 19. For a slideshow of the event, visit www.reddeerexpress.com. Carlie Connolly/Red Deer Express groups in the 1930s and 40s who were not given human rights,” he said. “I can understand why they thought it was disturbing. When you compare it to the Holocaust, certainly those pictures are very disturbing. When you compare the pictures of abortion, they are very disturbing as well. We didn’t show any pictures of abortion, we just showed developing babies. It would only make sense that any normal person would certainly

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find that very disturbing, which is what abortion is. “The whole topic of abortion is quite a touchy subject.” Soodsma said as a group, they frequently give presentations to schools and school officials do have the opportunity to review the material beforehand. “We are there to educate to get the word out that babies are people.” In a release sent to the media, officials with the Red Deer Catholic School Division said,

“Upon review, our division has requested that Red Deer & Area Pro-Life make adjustments to their presentation to ensure it is more appropriate for students.” They added Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools has implemented additional steps in the screening process for outside agencies. Presenters and their materials will be more thoroughly reviewed by school staff and administration. “With more careful screening

practices, our administrators will ensure the contents will be the most suitable for our students. We apologize for any issues this particular presentation may have caused for our students,” said Chairperson Guy Pelletier of Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools’ Board of Trustees. Red Deer Catholic officials declined requests for further comment on the issue. efawcett@reddeerexpress.com

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Local singer/songwriter looking to help grow City’s music scene Curtis Phagoo focused on other musicians while expanding his own vision BY MARK WEBER Express staff

really settled - is in the growth of this kind of scene in Red Deer.” For Phagoo, music was always something of an ocal band the Heartbroke Heroes will be show- interest, but originally not what he aimed to tackle casing their superb musical strengths during as a career. a show at The Vat on April 14th. The show After completing high school, he signed up for marks something of a new chapter for the band, theatre studies at Red Deer College with an eye on whose members are working on new music with a the technical aspects of theatre. But one day, he saw new CD release in sight. a Thursday afternoon concert at RDC and promptly Frontman Curtis Phagoo couldn’t be happier with knew he was in the wrong program. what the guys are up to, and fans will enjoy hearing He dropped out the next day and switched to cuts from the past several years plus perhaps a sam- music studies. pling or two of what will no doubt be some stellar These days, the married and busy father of two tunes for coming projects. pointed out that having a family only serves to enHe said they are also honoured to have their good hance his creative output. To a degree, it’s about friend Tyler Allen and his band kick off the evening time management and that can make for a higher as well. quality in the work. For his part, it is frankly almost astonishing how “It almost makes it easier, because now you have much Phagoo has been up to in pursuing his craft to prioritize,” he explained of being a husband and lately. But it’s not just about his own artistic vi- father as opposed to the single life. sion - Phagoo is committed to help grow the local “Your job is to support your family. So when it music community through a number of ventures, comes to music, it’s not about playing every weekend including monthly Behind the - it’s about being at home, writing Grind Songwriter Showcases, the music, writing grants and produc▾ next of which runs tonight at the ing.” “I’M TRYING TO International Beer Haus featuring He’s been also working and menCREATE EVEN MORE toring with some musicians on the Denver Swainson, Boots Graham, Mitchell Chase and Joe Matthews. local scene, including Tyler Allen OF A COMMUNITY Phagoo sees the showcases as a who is joining the Heartbroke IN RED DEER FOR means to help artists connect, create Heroes at the coming show at The MUSIC.” and rejuvenate. “I’m trying to create Vat. “I just did a four-song EP for even more of a community in Red him that he’s just releasing online,” Curtis Phagoo Deer for music,” he explained. “So he said. ▴ for, the Behind the Grind Songwriter Adding to an already busy schedShowcases have been all Central ule, Phagoo also books jazz shows Alberta-based. I’m pulling musicians from differ- for the One Eleven Grill here in Red Deer. Oh yes, ent genres and different backgrounds and different and he works full time as a goldsmith in the family circles into shows together, to try and bring these business. And he’s part of another popular local circles together. band the KlamDaggers. “And it’s working,” he said with a smile. The first Ultimately, Phagoo manages to balance it all exshowcase was held back in January and indeed, it’s tremely well while staying fresh and creative. Last been proven to be something of a magical experience. fall, he spent a month at the Banff Centre to work The idea for the showcase was sparked following on music and just soak in the tremendous sense of the Red Deer Entertainment Awards which were creativity that resonates through that extraordinary held this past January. place. Phagoo was nominated in the singer/songwriter “I applied with a project which I was going to category along with several others. And although do the pre-production for. I had the songs written he didn’t land the award, he was inspired to get and everything. But once I got there, I realized that together with the other nominees and put on a it was all going to be about songwriting, so I just singer/songwriter type of show. continued to write,” he said. “So I went there to do “What a great opportunity to do a showcase! Let’s all this work, and I did do a lot of work - but none take these five songwriters who have been nominated of it was what I had intended to do. And the Banff and put on a show. We did it and it was fantastic,” Centre was totally fine with that.” He penned about he recalled. “We decided then to do it again. And eight new tunes - some of which will ultimately be at that moment, I said let’s not just do this again - recorded by the Heartbroke Heroes, too. Their first let’s look ahead six months and let’s do this.” Since disc was released back in 2011. then, for the monthly event, various artists have That sense of support he received there is now been featured. something he all the more wants to provide here in “It’s been amazing - there has been lots of collab- Red Deer to other musicians. “That’s kind of what oration onstage, and storytelling - we talk about I brought home from Banff.” being songwriters and being band leaders. This Meanwhile, Phagoo couldn’t imagine a more fulone tonight will really be quite fun because I’ve filling path. taken four frontmen out of their bands and will be “It’s about being more ‘collective’ as a community,” putting them onstage with an acoustic guitar. “This he said. “The songwriters’ shows themselves are way, they can maybe explore some of their catalogue about being a collective - it’s about a group of people that they don’t usually play,” he said. who can encourage each other.” “Right now, this is where my music career has mark.weber@reddeerexpress.com

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Labour and delivery expansion at Red Deer Hospital BY MARK WEBER Express staff

Welcome news to local expectant families, Red Deer Regional Hospital has opened new obstetrical operating rooms and a recovery area. Officials say the labour and delivery unit expansion, budgeted at $9.7 million, ensures greater access for high-risk pregnancies and scheduled and emergency Caesarean sections. A new recovery area near the operating rooms means parents can also spend time with their newborn babies more quickly following delivery. “The project was delivered on time and on budget,” said Allan Sinclair, executive director of the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre. “We also know that babies don’t always arrive on schedule which is one of the reasons having these ORs is especially important and critical to the quality of care that our physicians and staff provide every day,” he said. The addition of two dedicated obstetrical operating rooms also offers greater privacy as labouring mothers requiring an emergency delivery were previously transported to a general operating room in another part of the hospital. A dedicated anesthesiology service will also support patient care and the medical team in the new obstetrical operating rooms. The new obstetrical operating rooms are also expected to free up space in the general operating rooms, allowing approximately 330 more general surgery cases per year. “Today is a great day of celebration for expectant moms and their families who come to the Red Deer Hospital to welcome the newest member of their families,” said Brandy Payne, associate minister of health. “Prior to this expansion, women who were delivering scheduled or emergency Caesarean sections had to

be transported through the hospital to a general operating room. Now, with the recovery room right next door to these dedicated ORs, parents can precious time bonding with their newborns more quickly after delivery,” she said. For one local mom, the expanded area really made all of the difference with the recent birth of her daughter. Veronica Clark was the first mother to deliver in the new dedicated operating room at the hospital. “Being able to nurse my baby and enjoy skinto-skin contact with our tiny newborn was a wonderful experience for my partner and me. The difference between bringing Ilandra into the world and my previous deliveries was night and day as it was so great to be able to enjoy those moments so soon after the birth of our third baby,” she said. During a prior birth, she said she was shocked to learn the mothers and babies could be separated after birth for up to one hour. “Mothers would go to the recovery room alone while the father and baby would go and wait on a ward for the mom to return.” That separation also interfered, she said, with breastfeeding success initially. For her most recent birth however, she described it as nothing short of a dream come true. “Knowing I would be with my baby and able to bond with her immediately after birth helped to calm my nerves,” she said, she said. “I cannot tell you how long I was in recovery for - it didn’t matter to me. I had my baby and I had James, the two people that mattered most in that moment were there so time stood still.” About 2,700 babies are born at the Red Deer Regional Hospital each year, including about 480 emergency C-sections and 420 elective C-sections. Red Deer Regional Hospital is also the only

EXPANSION - Officials, local politicians and Red Deer Regional Hospital staff gathered Monday morning to mark the opening of two new dedicated obstetrical operating rooms and a recovery area. Mark Weber/Red Deer Express referral centre for obstetrics in Central Alberta. Dr. Christopher Cham, clinical head for obstetrics and gynecology at the hospital, said the project is the result also of years of contributions from planners, consultants and, “Over 50 members on the design team alone. “From a care provider’s perspective, it’s an amazing place to work. It really does add to the morale and to the joy of getting up and coming to work when you have facilities like this to support that,” he said, adding that before, it took five to 10 minutes to get to ORs downstairs; now it’s a total of 30 seconds to the operating table.

The Red Deer Regional Health Foundation donated $1.2 million for equipment including baby warming centres, fetal monitors, physiological monitoring equipment and anesthetic machines. “We knew this project was important because of its broad impact on overall health care for Central Albertans,” said Bob Bilton, chair, Red Deer Regional Health Foundation. “We promise our donors that we will direct funding to projects that enhance health care for everyone in the central zone and today we have really delivered on that promise.”

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Red Deerians commemorate 100th anniversary of the battle of Vimy Ridge BY MARK WEBER Express staff

Red Deerians showed their respect for the 100th anniversary of Vimy Ridge during a special event held at Veterans’ Park on Sunday morning. Several speakers detailed the events of Vimy Ridge, while also showing how the pivotal battle was also a key, defining moment in Canadian history. “The battle of Vimy Ridge is internationally recognized and respected as when Canada became our own sovereign nation,” said Mayor Tara Veer following the ceremony. “There is often reference to it - that it was really the birth of a nation. And that’s when the international community first recognized all that Canada had to offer on the international stage,” she said. “There were 100,000 Canadian soldiers who served in the battle of Vimy Ridge, which gives us sense of the magnitude of it as a community today that numbers 100,000. You can picture that that is the equivalent of every man, woman and child in Red Deer.” The cenotaph, located at Veterans’ Park, was unveiled in 1922 in recognition of all of those who had made sacrifices in the First World War as well, she said. “It was positioned in the heart of the community to daily remind Red Deerians about the sacrifices that were made in the Great War,” she said. “And it faces west to also remind us all of the democratic principles that the Allied forces were fighting for.” According to City historian Michael Dawe, locally, 12 young men from Red Deer and area lost their lives in the first day assault on the Ridge. Sixteen more were killed during the rest of the battle. Lloyd Lewis, master of ceremonies for the event and Honorary Lieut. Col. 41 Signal Regiment in Alberta, thanked the military members that were onhand for the ceremony and the public at large for taking part in the morning’s ceremony. “We are here to commemorate the battle of Vimy Ridge 100 years ago. The battle raged in France from April 9th to April 12th of 1917,” he said. “The battle is noteworthy for a number of reasons - including it being the first time when all four Canadian divisions fought together. Capturing Vimy Ridge from the Germans was in fact the largest territorial advance of any Allied force to that point in the war. “When the four day battle was over, and Vimy Ridge was finally in Allied hands, it was a stunning but costly victory,” he said. “The fighting left 3,590 dead and another 7,000

wounded. There were an estimated 20,000 casualties on German side. Another 4,000 Germans were taken prisoner. “It’s sobering to know that this represents a small fraction of the more than 66,000 Canadian soldiers who died in World War I,” he said. “The victory of Vimy Ridge was greeted with much enthusiasm in Canada - after the war, the battle became a symbol of an awakening in Canadian pride and spirit,” he said. “One of the prime reasons is that soldiers from every region of Canada fighting together for the first time as a single

force in the Canadian corps had taken the ridge together,” he said. Bev Hanes, president of the Red Deer Legion branch, said that it was a time when a lot of Canadians enlisted and fought in that battle. “In some communities, it was almost all of their young men,” she said. “Any time a country as large as ours gets together like that - all four divisions were in it - that is quite significant,” she said. Dave Clemens, a Legion member from Olds who also serves as the branch’s historian, came to the ceremony to

honour the event as well. He said he traveled to such historic sites overseas as Normandy and Flanders’ back in 2009, which made quite an impact on him as well. “We spent about two and one-half weeks in that area,” he said. “Vimy was also one of the places we visited. It’s a very impressive monument, and the remains of trenches are still there. There’s a German trench that is maybe only 20 or 30 feet away - so close,” he said. “Remembrance Day certainly means a whole more to us now.” mark.weber@reddeerexpress.com

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Wishing you a Happy Easter Easter time is hear again, and with it the promise of spring, warmer temperatures and sunnier, brighter days. It really can’t help but be a happy occasion, and of course, different people celebrate it in different ways. Of course there is the emphasis on candy – chocolate bunnies, carefully decorated Easter eggs, Easter egg hunts and so forth. There is nothing wrong with any of this – it’s always fun to watch kids enjoy themselves not just with the treats but with all the fun activities that are planned during the Easter season. Egg rolling is also a traditional Easter egg game played with eggs at Easter, although not so much in Canada. In the United Kingdom, Germany, and other countries children traditionally rolled eggs down hillsides at Easter. This tradition was taken to the new world by European settlers and continues to this day each Easter on the White House lawn, for example. Different nations have different versions of the game. Many families also gather to mark the occasion by having special meals together. Some observe the religious aspects of Easter by attending Sunday Mass or services in the morning and then participating in a feast or party in the afternoon. Some families have a traditional Sunday roast, often of either roast lamb or ham. Again, that’s always a good thing in a busy age when it’s tough for family members to seem to find the time to get together for any length of time. An occasion to enjoy the company of friends and loved ones is always a welcome break in an increasingly busy and disconnected society. Ultimately, Easter is of course a Christian festival and holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day after his crucifixion as described in the New Testament. Easter is the culmination of the Passion of Christ. Also, Easter is the oldest Christian holiday and the most important day of the church year. The last three days before Easter are Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday. All the Christian feasts and the entire liturgical year of worship are arranged around Easter. Easter is preceded by the season of Lent, a 40-day period of fasting and repentance culminating in Holy Week, and followed by a 50-day Easter season that stretches from Easter to Pentecost. Easter is also described as a ‘moveable feast’, meaning it is not fixed in relation to the civil calendar. The First Council of Nicaea established the date of Easter as the first Sunday after the full moon following the March equinox. The date of Easter therefore varies from March 22nd to April 25th inclusive, according to Wikipedia. So this weekend, however you choose to celebrate Easter, we wish you a joyful time with family and friends.

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Hello Albertans! My name is Carlie Connolly to Alberta, a place I already feel at home. and I’m excited to announce that I’m the newest Looking ahead I thought about not only what I want out of my career, but where I want to be in my addition to the Red Deer Express. I’m originally from Oakville, Ontario, and at- life. That answer was Alberta. I’ve always been a tended the University of Kings College in Halifax, country girl at heart, having done horseback riding Nova Scotia to study journalism for four years. all my life (both English and Western). When I Once I graduated I worked at the entertainment saw the Red Deer Express was hiring, I without magazine Hello! Canada downtown Toronto for a doubt jumped at the opportunity and applied. my three-month internship, which was part of our Even though I’ve just arrived, I’ve really enjoyed school’s requirement. Working at Hello! was defi- the big sky and the sun, something Vancouver nitely glamorous, having heard those Island didn’t have much of. I also enjoy around me talk to celebrities daily. I the open roads, and getting to drive too got my small star-studded moment over 80 kms an hour. I might be thinkCarlie as I was sent off to a studio downtown ing differently when I slip on black ice to interview HGTV’s Property Brothers Connolly or feel that -40 degree weather! for the Most Beautiful issue. Talk about One of the things I’ve enjoyed most a fun start to journalism! about my career as a journalist is the While at Hello! I applied every lunch sense of community. I love meeting hour to jobs across Canada, eager to new people and hearing their stories. enter the world of journalism. I finally To me, community news is the best got a call, and it was for a small paper kind of news as it appeals to the local based out in Medicine Hat called the audience and hometown heroes. Cypress Courier. While there, I got to I should also say, I didn’t come out return to my country girl roots, attendhere alone. My incredibly supportive ing rodeos and fun outdoor concerts, and loving boyfriend, Brandon, is here while of course covering both town councils in too, which helps a lot as he can be my tour guide, Redcliff and Cypress County. It sure was a blast. having lived in Red Deer for a few years. After almost a year, I made my way out to British This leads me to one of the many reasons I Columbia to beautiful Sidney, another small area, decided to come back to Alberta - family. The but one that covered a much larger area known two of us have some family in the area, which is as the Saanich Peninsula. It was at the Peninsula important, as sometimes you just need that support News Review that I started really honing my skills system. And family to me is number one on my as a reporter and learning the ins and outs of my list of importance. My immediate family unfortunately is out in career by covering a wide range of topics. While there I had the great privilege of photographing the Ontario, but I Skype and call them regularly. Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince William Although the drive from B.C. to Alberta was very and Kate Middleton as they arrived for their Royal harrowing with snow on the Coquihalla Hwy. to Tour of Vancouver Island. I’ve also had a great transport trucks coming from every which way, experience interviewing the likes of Jann Arden, we made it, and I couldn’t be happier to be back George Canyon, Brett Kissel, Valdy and more. I in Alberta. was there for almost two years before deciding it I look forward to meeting you all! was time to take that next leap, which led me back carlie.connolly@reddeerexpress.com

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Servus Credit Union is the name sponsor for Red Deer Arena BY CARLIE CONNOLLY Express staff

On Monday the City of Red Deer announced that Servus Credit Union will be the name sponsor for the new downtown Arena. The facility’s name will now be the Servus Arena. “Today we mark the next milestone in the arena’s proud history as we recognize a community partner who is committed to our shared values of community, family, health and sport,” said Mayor Tara Veer. Through its history, she said, the arena has been the backdrop to several major community and sporting events. “It has been the official home of Red Deer minor hockey, RDC Kings and Queens Hockey and Remembrance Day ceremonies among many others,” said Veer. She said although the building is changing, its foundation is not, positioning them for new opportunities to come together as a community to create new

memories and new community history. Among City councillors and representatives of the community, was President and CEO of Servus Credit Union Garth Warner who couldn’t be happier about the opportunity. “I can tell you that we believe it will be a real source of pride for our local owners and for our employees as well as the citizens of Red Deer,” said Warner. The Servus Arena, he said, will provide affordable access and first class recreational amenities for youth, families and seniors. It will also serve as one of the venues for the 2019 Canada Winter Games. “This is the latest example of Servus’ continuing commitment to Red Deer where we employ nearly 500 people and last year contributed $200,000 to a variety of community projects and initiatives,” said Warner. Pat Quesnel, one of Servus’ senior executives, added in his comments of excitement. Born and raised in Red Deer, Quesnel

told some of his personal stories and history with the arena, as it was key in terms of his family. “Through the years as kids, this was the meeting place,” he said. This was the gathering place, he added, for events in the community, and now it’s the next generation’s turn to enjoy it. “Personally I’m looking forward to the walking track, particularly in the wintertime. It’s certainly going to be a lot warmer.” He added, the new Servus Arena will be a source of pride for Red Deer Minor Hockey, the community Servus members and employees. The sponsorship and naming rights of the facility is worth $1 million over 15 years. The Servus Arena is currently under construction and is expected to be completed in the fall of 2018. For more information about the proj- ANNOUNCEMENT - President and CEO of Servus Credit Union Garth ect, visit redder.ca/servusarena. Warner talks about the opportunity of the Red Deer Arena being named carlie.connolly@reddeerexpress.com the Servus Arena. Carlie Connolly/Red Deer Express

police briefs by Erin Fawcett SUSPECTS STILL AT LARGE On Jan. 5th, the Blackfalds RCMP sent a media release on an armed robbery that occurred in the Town of Blackfalds at the the Co-op gas bar. The Blackfalds RCMP is requesting anybody that has any

further information that would assist us in apprehending the persons responsible for this crime to contact the Blackfalds RCMP. Two male suspects entered the store with long barrel firearms at about 6:40 a.m. and pointed them at the store em-

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where we are today without them. Our volunteers are passionate about making a difference in the life of children and youth. One such individual who exemplifies this is Sue Barthel. She has been an outstanding volunteer with us for 20 years and epitomizes our mission statement - to empower children and youth to develop confidence and skills for life through knowledge, healthy relationships and quality experiences. She has been a Big Sister, In-School Mentor, and a mentor in the Youth Employment Program. She also volunteers as our receptionist a minimum two days each week and at our fundraising events. We can count on Sue to be there when we need her, and all she asks for in return is a smile and maybe some chocolate! Sue became a Big Sister in October of 1998 and an In-School Mentor in 1999. Through these experiences, she has brought magic into the lives of eight young people. Her positive impact, strong resolution to help young people and personal integrity makes her someone we all want to be around. She is a priceless role model. Sue states about her mentoring experience, “Close friends are hard to come by, and although we are both adults now, we have a friendship that will last a lifetime. I have found peace in my life by volunteering for such a ‘cool’ position as a Big Sister.” Youth HQ salutes our volunteers and are honoured they make Youth HQ their place to volunteer.

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ployees, demanding cash and cigarettes. The suspects left with an undisclosed amount of money and cigarettes which was put in a black backpack. They fled the scene in a dark grey four door vehicle, possibly a Mazda, last seen heading northbound on Broadway Avenue in Blackfalds. The first suspect is described as male, between 12-16 years of age with a slim build. He was wearing a red hoodie with a emblem on it containing a deer. The second suspect is described as male, between 17-19 years of age, with a slim build. He was wearing a black Canada

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FIREARMS AND EXPLOSIVES SEIZED Red Deer RCMP seized 14 firearms, explosives, thousands of rounds of ammunition and numerous credit and debit cards during a search warrant at a residence in the Normandeau neighbourhood on April 6th. At 7 a.m. on March 6th, Red Deer RCMP responded to a report of a break and enter at a commercial yard in north Red Deer. Police located the suspect and initiated a traffic stop, taking him into custody without incident. As the investigation continued, shared intelligence between Sylvan Lake RCMP and Red Deer RCMP regarding recent property crimes, including firearms thefts in the area, led Red Deer RCMP to apply for a search warrant for the suspect’s residence. Red Deer RCMP executed the search warrant at a residence in the Parkside Estates mobile home park at approximately 9 p.m. on April 6th. A number of the 14 fire-

arms that police seized had been illegally modified; RCMP also seized six replica firearms, numerous stolen credit and debit cards, tools, thousands of rounds of ammunition and various other items. When police located the fireworks and explosive materials, the RCMP Explosive Device Unit was consulted to ensure the safe handling and disposition of those items. RCMP continue to investigate. An update will be issued as more information becomes available and when charges have been sworn before the courts. Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to contact the Red Deer RCMP at 403-343-5575. Those wishing to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477 or report it online at www.tipsubmit.com.

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We invite you to come discover what Easter is all about! Good Friday Reflective Service April 14th at 7pm Easter Sunday Celebration Service April 16th at 9am,11am and 6pm

Maundy Thursday, April 13th, 2017 7:00 pm @ St. Leonardâ€™s Anglican Church â€“ Holy Eucharist with Foot washing

Good Friday, April 14th, 2017 11:00 am @ St. Lukeâ€™s Anglican Church

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Holy Thursday April 13@ 7:30pm Mass of the Lordâ€™s Supper Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament until Midnight

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Easter Services at Gaetz Memorial United Church Good Friday April 14 10:30 a.m. Tenebrae ServiceÂ Music with Sanctuary Choir, Lisa Palmer - Soprano & Heidi Baumbach â€“ Violin Coffee and hot cross buns following the service Easter Sunday April 16 7:00 a.m. Sunrise service with light Breakfast to follow 10:30 a.m. Intergenerational Service with CommunionÂ Â Music with Brass Trio: Jim Bicigo â€“ Trombone Karen Gustafson â€“ Trumpet Louise McMurray â€“ French horn

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SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH 5508 - 48A Avenue, Red Deer. 403-346-2618 HOLY WEEK AND EASTER SCHEDULE Holy Thursday (April 13) 7:00 p.m. Good Friday (April 14) 10:30 a.m. & 3:00 p.m. Easter Vigil (Sat., April 15) 8:30 p.m. Easter Sunday (April 16) 9:00 a.m.,11:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m.

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Wildrose Leader Brian Jean suggests new seniors’ care model cost of care is a fraction of the care in a institutionalized setting and it’s been proven, there is tons of research on this. Brian Jean, leader of Alberta’s Official When you have seniors who have issues Opposition, met with residents and and they are in a home environment, their family members of a private- where their family can come and see ly-owned seniors’ them, where there are home in Red Deer on ▾ caregivers right in the Friday afternoon. home, they do much “WE WOULD Jean was joined by better - they are healthENCOURAGE THE MLA for Innisfailier, longer.” GOVERNMENT TO Sylvan Lake Don He said another factor SET ASIDE THEIR MacIntyre and with what they believe is MLA for Lacombewrong with the current IDEOLOGICAL VIEW Ponoka Ron Orr at ON THIS AND WORK system is, “Divorce by Community Care nursing home.” WITH THE EXPERTS Cottages in Red Deer, “In this kind of an THAT ARE ON THE a private long-term environment here, we care residence. GROUND, WORKING have couples staying Their message to the here. They have difWITH THE SENIORS NDP government was fering need levels, but RIGHT ACROSS THE to look at alternative nevertheless, they are PROVINCE AND FIND both in this facility. ways to provide better care for seniors which THE BEST OUTCOME These husbands and they believe includes a wives have been toFOR THE SENIORS.” partnership between gether for 50-60 years the private and public and without this kind Brian Jean sector. of environment, they ▴ “There is a prowould be split up. gram here in the “The issue seems to be province regarding Home Care. It’s a that because this is operated as a private program that allows seniors to be in entity, it’s not a government-run facility, a home facility like this (Community there are some gatekeepers within the Care Cottages). It is an actual home bureaucracy that are impeding families’ environment,” said MacIntyre. “The ability to access the funding that already BY ERIN FAWCETT Express staff

exists for this program.” Jean added there are about one million new seniors a year in the country, so now is the time this needs to be addressed. “It’s a demographic that’s rising at an alarming rate - somewhere in the neighbourhood of 70,000 (new seniors) in Alberta alone every single year,” he said. “This is a group of individuals that we are going to see a higher and higher demand - not only in health care in particular, but in finding alternatives to having seniors stay in health care facilities and health care beds. The fraction of the cost is as staggering - I have heard figures as startling as $11,000-$15,000 a day in a health care system, a hospital, versus $3,000 a month to be in a facility like this. “We would encourage the government to set aside their ideological view on this and work with the experts that are on the ground, working with the seniors right across the province and find the best outcome for the seniors.” Moving forward, Jean said the NDP government needs to be made aware the private sector can be a good partner with the public sector to provide the best quality of care for seniors. “That is to make sure that when they need health care, when they need a hospital, they are close a proximity to it and they get to a hospital. But they certainly

SEEKING CHANGE - From left, MLA for Lacombe Ponoka Ron Orr, Leader of Alberta’s Official Opposition Brian Jean and MLA for Innisfail-Sylvan Lake Don MacIntyre spoke to seniors in Red Deer on Friday afternoon. Erin Fawcett/Red Deer Express

shouldn’t be staying in the hospitals longer than necessary - as you are aware, sick people stay in the hospital and seniors are very susceptible to that. Unless they are particularly ill, they should not be in the hospital,” said Jean, adding a public/private sector partnership would benefit the province. “It is because it creates opportunity for people to be able

to have choice in where they want to go, instead of having the state assign them to a particular home and to be ‘divorced by nursing home’. The government is not very good at running facilities such as this and they don’t offer any alternatives which means it costs more money and provides less services.” efawcett@reddeerexpress.com

English faculty member awarded international fellowship When Red Deer College’s winter term comes to a close in a few weeks, English instructor Dr. Jenna Butler will conclude her instructional activities and transition into scholarly projects outside the classroom. Butler, an award-winning writer who has been a faculty member with RDC’s School of Arts and Sciences for the past three years, will join a handful

of other writers from around the globe as part of the prestigious Hawthornden Castle Fellowship for Writers. “The application process for this fellowship is quite involved, and I feel very grateful to be one of the writers who has been awarded this opportunity,” Butler said, adding that the month-long fellowship will take place 45 minutes outside of

Edinburgh in Scotland. “The location doesn’t have any cell or Internet service, and there are strict no-talking rules from breakfast to supper, so it will provide dedicated time for me to really delve into my projects.” While at the international fellowship, Butler will be working on three main projects, all of which include topics with global relevance.

“My first priority will be to complete the final edits for my fifth book, a travelogue that connects the endangered Norwegian Arctic with the environmentally sensitive northern Canadian boreal,” she said. “This project came out of a writer in residence position I held onboard a sailing ship at the Norwegian Arctic Circle in 2014. I’ll also be researching

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and planning for a sixth book, which looks at how women beekeepers build community and explores their reasons for taking up the trade. I hope to incorporate stories from women in Alberta, Cameroon, Nicaragua and Turkey.” Her thirdarea of focus involves her work with a second-year science student from RDC as they undertake what they hope will be a reconciliatory book project involving the Dene people who were impacted by uranium mining near Great Bear Lake. Butler explained how people from the Dene community of Délįne mined the uranium in the early 1940s and, without their knowledge, this uranium was used in the atomic bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II. “It’s a real pleasure to work with Mandy Bayha, who is from Délįne herself, as we look to share the stories of the elders and the community as a whole,” she said. “We are hoping to respect and acknowledge the traumatic uranium-mining history of the area, while also looking to the future. Right now, there is so much hope manifest in initiatives being undertaken by the community, such as self-governance and traditional knowledge projects. It feels like the right time to use these stories to build a bridge between Délįne and the rest of Canada, and one that perhaps even reaches as far as Japan.”

JENNA BUTLER The projects Butler will be working on during her fellowship represent inter-cultural, international and inter-generational perspectives, and the outcomes will have far-reaching impacts. “Jenna’s writing is grounded in Alberta and the Canadian North, and she makes global connections in order to explore issues that affect people from all over the world – indeed, that may affect us all,” said Dr. Steve Lane, associate vice president Academic with Red Deer College. “Her work represents the type of RDC scholarly activity that faculty from across the College are engaged in. As faculty continue to build upon their expertise, they may have the opportunity to connect directly with students for projects, as Jenna is doing, and they also bring their extensive knowledge into their classrooms for the benefit of all learners.” - Weber

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Castor resident recalls grandfather who fought at Vimy Ridge (Part 2) BY MOUSH SARA JOHN Courtesy of the Stettler Independent

On a cold April 19th, 1916, Archie MacDonald answered the call for his country. He joined the 228th Northern Fusiliers Battalion, CEF (Canadian Expeditionary Force) out of North Bay, Ontario. In October, he sailed for England with the Canadian Railway Troops, which would be later renamed the 6th Battalion. From England they went to France where they prepared for the war zone. By the end of February 1917, five units of Canadian Railway Troops (CRT) were in France with more to arrive in April. Before the war would end there would be 16,000 men with the CRT that would provide construction of railway lines to transport the troops to the front lines. “The men that fought alongside them could escape to the trenches, but the men building railway lines were not armed and out in the open and my grandfather was one of them,” Castor resident Beth Elhard said. “Many were shot and killed and hit with bombs.” Over 1,100 miles of broad-gauge and 1,400 miles of light track were laid with over 8,000 men building line under fire. “So many never made it home and countless came home injured,” Elhard said. “What the bombs and bullets didn’t get, the mustard gas eventually killed. Polluting the battlefields and trenches, the gas would blister the skin of those in contact with it and attack the mucus membranes of their bronchial tubes.” If they survived, they would cough the rest of their lives, just as Elhard’s grandfather did. “He always had a cough,” Elhard recalled. On Easter Sunday, April 9th, 1917, as the snow and sleet came down, hundreds of men were building and maintaining the spur lines that brought the ammunition and bombs to the soldiers at Vimy Ridge. “All around them there was shelling and bombing and rifle fire, with the spur lines also bringing back the wounded,” Elhard narrated. “So many of them were fellow Canadians. As they repaired the lines to keep the supplies coming forward, screams of pain and a terrible world of carnage swirled around the railroaders.” The men of the 6th Battalion had the small satisfaction of knowing that their job was important to the battle. “Cold, muddy and exhausted they laboured on beside the men in the trenches until Vimy Ridge was captured,” Elhard recalled from what she had been told earlier about this momentous victory. “Canada came into its own after 100,000 Canadian soldiers of four divisions came together and stormed The Pimple on April 12, 1917.”

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In four days, the Ridge was captured but at a terrible cost – Canada had lost 3,589 men and more than 7,000 had been injured. “Sixty miles of narrow gauge lines made it to the top of the Ridge a week after its capture,” Elhard commented. “From Vimy Ridge to Ypres to Passchendaele they built train tracks. The CRT lost over 1,900 men, and on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918 in a railway car in the forests of Compiègne France, north of Paris, ‘the war to end all wars’ was over.” Elhard said she was told that although the physical part was over – the tracks had been laid, the war won – for many, the battles would never end. “For my grandfather, laying track in the future would never be the same,” Elhard added. “In his mind he would always hear the guns and shouts of pain and the bombs falling around him, even when he returned to the peaceful forests of northern Ontario.” Elhard said that her grandmother recalled how for months when MacDonald first came home he would wake up screaming and be covered in sweat and she would sit with her arms around him, holding him and rocking him as though he were a baby.

“My grandmother said he was not the same man who left to fight for his country. Though he had no visible wounds, he was injured.” Elhard said these men who had no “visible injuries” were called “shell shocked” and their loved ones didn’t know what to do with them. “It took him awhile before he could work and then he began to use the bottle to help get him through. He would miss work. They would fire him and rehire him,” Elhard narrated. “Some days grandmother said she did not know where the food was going to come from. His children learned not to ask about the war but in time three sons would serve their country in World War Two.” The CRT who laid track in World War One were disbanded shortly after they returned home, their job, though not military in nature, was forgotten. “I will not forget what my grandfather and many like him sacrificed,” Elhard said. “On April 9th please take a moment out of your lives and remember them all. After all they are the reason you can live your freedom as a Canadian.”

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Yoga YARD: Yoga Alliance of Red Deer. Register for our Spring Session. Classes run to May 28th. All levels of practitioners welcome - beginner to advanced. Please register early. Full details at: www.reddeeryoga.ca . 403550-9240. info@reddeeryoga.ca. A Day @ the Museum: Tracking and Mapping - April 13th 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Explore map making art activities and map your own scavenger hunt while trekking through Heritage Park. Play guessing games of explorers while learning stories of some or our local discoverers. Our Day @ the Museum: Day Camps run on select Red Deer Public & Red Deer Catholic school PD Days. Cost is $25 per child/day for museum members and $30 per child/day for non-members. Children will create their own art work. Supervised outdoor time is also included, as well as free time to explore our galleries and Remarkable Red Deer. Please provide your own lunch, and bring appropriate outdoor clothing. For more information or to register, call us at 403-3098405; visit our web site at www. reddeermuseum.com or drop in to the MAG at 4525 – 47a Ave. Royal Canadian Air Force Association - the aims and objectives of the Association are to preserve and perpetuate the traditions of the Royal Canadian Air Force and to advocate a proficient and well equipped Air Force in Canada. 703 Wing in Red Deer provides a forum for serving and former participants in military and civil aviation to meet and enjoy the company of like-minded people. Wing members meet at noon on the second Saturday of the month at the ABC Country Restaurant, 2085 50th Ave in Red Deer for a luncheon and business meeting. Guests are welcome. Contact: President Al Low at 403-3413253 or amlow@shaw.ca Red Deer Readers’ Theatre enables you to participate in theatrical performances without memorizing scripts, building complex stage sets, using special costumes or stage make-up. We recognize that good

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performances can result from using only our voices to transport audiences to where we want them to be. We invite you to join the growing group of “Readers” who meet to learn the technique of ‘anticipated reading’. We are currently previewing playscripts and selecting those suitable for presenting entertaining performances in and around Red Deer. Everyone is welcome – there is no charge to participate in the group. We meet 6:30-8:30 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays each month at the Timberlands

www.independentachievers. com and pay at the event $28 Guests;$25 Members. Central Alberta Historical Society Program - April 19th at 7 p.m. at Red Deer Museum 4525 47A Ave. Topic: a documentary on the Camsell Hospital in Edmonton with speaker Miranda Jimmy, heritage project development officer. For further information contact Shelia at 403- 304-0742. Seniors’ Lunch runs April 19th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Living Stones Church in the Fellowship

Canada’s history, and compiled through a national poll of industry professionals. The Reel Movie Mondays screening will take place at Carnival Cinemas on April 19th at 7 p.m. Tickets are free to pick up in advance at the Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery, reserve by phone 403-309-8405 or online at www.reelmoviemondays. ca or https://www.eventbrite. com/e/canada-on-screenatanarjuat-the-fast-runnertickets-32300963050 . There are limited seats available so make sure to grab a ticket early!

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403-342-1101 Branch of The Red Deer Public Library (300 Timothy Dr. in the Timberlands neighbourhood – attached to the Barrie Wilson School). Come early and make yourself a free cup of coffee/ tea/hot chocolate. If you have a favourite play bring it along and we will try it out. For more info call Lionel at 587-679-6222, or e-mail to bensar@shaw.ca. Independent Achievers Business Women’s group is proud to present our speaker for April 13th luncheon 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Glenn’s Restaurant, 37424, 125 Leva Ave. (Gasoline Alley): Carolyn Bondy of Gablehouse Farm & Gardens giving us a visual presentation on her daylily growing operation, and on the value of a strong Mission Statement in any business. We will have the usual self-intro around the room, and of course Glenn’s will serve up a wonderful lunch with specialty tea/coffee. Please preregister on the website at http://

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Hall. $10 at the door. Special guests are The Johnson Family. The Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery’s Reel Movie Mondays program is excited to partner with TIFF, the Toronto International Film Festival, to screen ATANARJUAT: THE FAST RUNNER as part of Reel Canada’s National Canadian Film Day 150. On April 19th across the country Reel Canada will present over 150 free screenings at Film Circuit locations celebrating Canada 150. Canada on Screen is a co-production between TIFF, Library and Archives Canada, the Cinémathèque québécoise, and The Cinematheque in Vancouver for Canada’s sesquicentennial in 2017. Beginning in January and running throughout the year, this free program will present moving-image installations, special events and guests, an extensive online catalogue, and screenings across the country, all based on a list of 150 essential moving-image works from

Low or no income? There are always benefits to filing your taxes. You could be eligible for Alberta and Canada Child Benefits, Carbon Tax benefits and disability tax credits. There is free year-round assistance to file your income taxes and it is available by appointment. Need help filing your taxes? If eligible, you can participate in the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program. Call the Golden Circle at 403-343-6074, Deacon’s Outreach at 403346-5659 or the John Howard Society at 403-343-1770 for more information about the CAPRA (Central Alberta Poverty Reduction Alliance) initiative. Canadian Mental Health Association will be offering evening courses starting in May. Art of Friendship will run weekly on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. May 2nd to June 20th. Art of Friendship helps people who feel lonely or isolated learn and practice the

skills that help people make and keep friends. Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP) will run weekly on Thursday evenings from 5:30 to 8 p.m., May 11th to June 29th. WRAP™ is an eight week course that helps people discover, develop, and use wellness tools and strategies that can decrease day-to-day difficulties at home, school and work. Feel free to take either course with a friend or family member. The courses will be held at the CMHA Learning Annex (ATB Building), 4911 - 51 St., Suite 404, Red Deer. Each course has a $25 fee and bursaries may be available to people with limited incomes. Please call 403-342-2266 to register. Canadian Mental Health Association is pleased to be offering Living Life to the Full. Want to know how to feel happier, more confident and worry less right now? Would you like to learn new ways of dealing with what life throws at you? Living Life to the Full offers you enjoyable and interactive courses that will help you understand your feelings, thoughts and behaviors, and what to do about them! The course will run April 19th through June 7th on Wednesdays from 10:30 - 12:00. Please call 403-342-2266 to register. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a 12-step support group offering a solution for all forms of food addiction. No dues, fees or weigh-in. Central Alberta groups meet in Red Deer and Lacombe For locations and dates, call Joanne at 403-314-1972. FLK Taoist Tai Chi offers Health Recovery Classes on Saturdays from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at our branch behind the Scotia Bank in the Safeway parking lot in downtown Red Deer. FLK Taoist Tai Chi is a volunteer non-profit organization whose goal is to make the health benefits of Taoist Tai Chi available to all. There is a substantial body of research supporting the Health Benefits of Tai Chi for numerous health issues including fall prevention in older adults,

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Parkinson’s disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, osteoarthritis, improving cognitive function and stress reduction. Come and experience the benefits of improved health through the practice of Tai Chi. Bring flat soled shoes and wear comfortable clothing. Notice of the annual general meeting for Shalom Counselling - come celebrate with us on April 24th at 7 p.m. at Balmoral Bible Chapel. Annual St. George’s Day Tea, April 23rd, 2 p.m. Red Deer Legion, ADVANCE Tickets only - $5.00 available at Legion reception. Volkssport Walkers of Central Alberta is a non-profit organization providing its members and other interested individuals with an opportunity to enjoy Volkssporting activities. Our club is host to scheduled events throughout the year, view our calendar at http:// www.walkalberta.ca/. Come join us on April 15th for a walk in Red Deer, starting at the Pioneer’s Lodge 4324 46A Ave., registration at 2 p.m. This walk will precede a potluck supper at the historic Pioneer’s Lodge and our Annual General Meeting. Yearly memberships can be purchased or renewed. This event is open to everyone, join us for any part of the day. Come out and socialize, fun for the whole family! For further information contact either Connie 403 309-5589 or Sheila 587 877-7546 or email our club: vwcaclub@gmail.com. Walking for Fun, Fitness and Friendship! The Red Deer Area Hikers have a full slate of treks planned for the coming season, starting April 20th at Kin Canyon/ Bower Woods. Departure location - gather at 8:45 a.m. at the Golden Circle parking lot. Fees - donations of $1 per hike or a $10 membership for the season. Bring a lunch if return time is later than noon. For more information, call Mavis at 403-343-0091 or Sharon at 403-340-2497. Other hikes include Bower Ponds/Heritage Ranch loop on April 27th; Kerry

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Wood/McKenzie Loop on May 4th; Blackfalds/Lacombe on May 11th; River Bend Golf Course Loop on May 18th and Deer Valley Meadows on May 25th.

Knights of Columbus, charity fund raising event at St. Mary’s Church on 39th St. Two evening sittings at 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Friday April 28th. Tickets available at St Mary’s office during office hours, After all church services on the weekends at St. Mary’s or call Ron 403-304-6272. Price is $15 per person, children six and under free or $45 per immediate family (children

Stanton St.) for seven Thursdays during Lent from 7 to 9 p.m. Contact church office 403-3476073 for further information. Here are a list events that are happening at the Cronquist House in 2017 - on April 21st, there will be a spring tea from 2 – 4 p.m. and on May 2nd, the Cronquist Tea House opens and will run from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Fridays. On May 13th, check out the Mother’s Day Tea from 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. Call 403-346-0055 for reservations!

Church on 39th St. Red Deer. Two evening sittings at 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 28th. Tickets are available at St Mary’s office during office hours, After all church services on the weekends at St. Mary’s or call Ron 403-304-6272. Price is $15.00 per person, children six and under free or $45 per immediate family (children 17 years of age or younger living at home). The supper is full roast supper and dessert. Every one is welcome. Funds raised are used to support local charities in the Red Deer Area.

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How can you incorporate this fun springy pop of colour into your space? My wrst instinct is to tell you to introduce this with accessories and interchangeable items around your home. Since this is a trendy colour, I wouldn’t suggest adding it in permanent installations (for example a bold lime green tile backsplash might not be the best choice because even if you initially love it, you might grow tired of it over time). If you are stumped on how to incorporate this invigorating colour into your home, stop by & see the ladies at Rave Designs - they have a ton of fun accessories in store, and have even more selection available by order. Stop by our showroom and then swing into Rave for some extra inspirationyour custom decor will leave your friends green with envy!

17 years of age or younger living at home). The supper is full roast supper and dessert. Every one is welcome. Funds raised are used to support local charities in the Red Deer Area. Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre is celebrating 40 Years. To start the Celebration we are having a kick-off party on April 28th. The evening will start with a roast beef dinner at 6 p.m., silent auction, music and dancing, door prizes, fun and friendship. Tickets are now available for purchase at the front desk - $25 per person. For information, call the Golden Circle at 403-343-6074. Painting the Stars: Science, Religion and an Evolving Faith. The goal of this study series is to explore the relationship between science, particularly evolution and religion. A 20-minute video followed by guided discussion at Sunnybrook United Church (12

and notions for GrammaLinkAfrica Fabric Sale April 22nd at Gaetz United Church. Call Gloria 403-342-6482 or Jane 403-343-1073 not later than April 11th for pick up of donations or further information. FLK Taoist Tai Chi Beginner Classes started in February. It is not too late to come and play Tai Chi with us. We have daytime and evening classes in Red Deer, and Innisfail, as well as evening classes in Sylvan Lake, Lacombe and Rimbey. Check out our web site at www.taoist. org to find a time and location that works for you. FLK Taoist Tai Chi is a non-profit volunteer organization whose goal is to make the Health Benefits of Tai Chi available to all. Come and try it out with no obligation. Wear comfortable clothing and bring flat soled indoor shoes. Knights of Columbus, charity fund raising event at St. Mary’s

Central Alberta Singles Club is sponsoring a dance. Lost Highway plays on April 29th. Everyone is welcome. Call Elaine at 403-341-7653 or Mattie at 403-307-1751. Randy Hilman and Hot Spur play on May 27th, and Triple Nickle performs June 24th. Runaway Train performs on July 29th. Randy Hillman and Hot Spur perform on Aug. 26th and Lost Highway plays on Sept. 30th. Golden Circle continues with Thursday night dances admission is $7 per person and everyone is welcome. For more information, call 403-341-4672, 403-347-6165 or 403-342-2875. AllSorts - Easter Dance runs April 13th; RR4 plays April 20th and Silver & Gold plays April 27th. Just in time for Easter! The Ladies of Sunnybrook Farm are selling pies again this year with funds raised going to support Sunnybrook Farm Museum and their 2017 educational programs.

Ready to bake pies are available in apple, blueberry, cherry, raisin, rhubarb/strawberry and rhubarb/saskatoon. Pies cost $12 each and are available for purchase between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the Museum (4701 30th St.) Pre-orders available by calling Phyllis at 403-342-7337. Fabulous Fabric Sale April 22nd from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Gaetz United Church 4758 Ross St. Suggested admission is $2. Door prizes. From 10 - 11 a.m. check out ‘maintaining your sewing machine’ presented by R.D. Sewing Centre. Sale of unused donated fabric,yarn and notions being sold at bargain prices. Cash,Visa or Mastercard. All profits to the Stephen Lewis Foundation to support African Grandmothers raising orphaned grandchildren whose parents have died from HIV/AIDS. For further information, contact Shirley at 403-347-5958 or Mary Ellen at 403-340-1365. Annual St. George’s Day Tea, April 23, 2017, 2 p.m. Red Deer Legion, ADVANCE Tickets only - $5 available at Legion reception. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is an intensive, interactive, and practice-dominated course from the Canadian Mental Health Association designed to help caregivers recognize and review risk, and intervene to prevent the immediate risk of suicide. It is by far the most widely used, acclaimed and researched suicide intervention training workshop in the world. It runs April 27th and April 28th from 8:30 – 4:30 both days. Cost is $250. This course is designed for 19+. It will be held at the CMHA Learning Annex, 4911 – 51 Street, Suite 404, Red Deer, AB T4N 6V4. Please call 403-3422266 and speak to education staff or email workshops@ reddeer.cmha.ab.ca to register. Red Deer Native Friendship Society presents their first annual Vocal Talent Show & Fundraiser featuring Comedian Ryan McMahon following the vocal talent show. It runs at the Scott Block Theater (4816 50 Ave).

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city briefs by Mark Weber OVERALL PERMIT VALUES LAG Despite strong residential building, overall building permit values were lower last month compared to March of 2016. Residential permits were valued at $2.5 million in March compared to nearly $3 million the same time last year. Commercial permits were valued at $5.5 million, down from $12 million in March of 2016. Significant projects include improvements to Great Chief Park for the 2019 Canada Winter Games, including a new recreation facility addition complete with pavilion, garage, artificial turf field and a skating oval, set at $3.5 million. Interior renovations to the Real Canadian Wholesale Club on 67 S. and upgrades to the interior and exterior of the McDonald’s on 52 Ave. are also notable.

STREET SWEEPING IN RED DEER The annual street sweeping program has started to clean up sand and other debris from City roads. As part of the program, all City streets, boulevards, medians and sidewalks adjacent to arterial roadways are swept of sand and debris that accumulated during the winter. This is necessary to minimize the amount of dust in the air, to prevent sand from contaminating soil and to stop excess sand from entering the Red Deer River. Pedestrians and motorists are asked to be

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cautious around street sweeping equipment by staying at least three car lengths away to avoid injury or damage from flying debris. Once arterials are complete, crews will begin sweeping the downtown area before sweeping residential streets. The street sweeping program typically continues into June as these operations are weather dependent.

RAIN BARREL REBATE PROGRAM The City’s Environmental Initiatives team is ready to help residents save water and earn money with the annual Rain Barrel Rebate Program. Residents can apply for a rebate of 50% of the cost of the rain barrel, up to a maximum of $50, which is applied to the household’s utility account. Residents are encouraged to apply to the program early as there are a limited number of rebates available and they are awarded on a first come, first served basis. “We want to make it easy for Red Deerians to conserve water by offering the Rain Barrel Rebate Program,” said Katina Tam, environmental program specialist. “The program helps residents with the cost of the rain barrel by applying a rebate to their utility bill. Residents can continue to save money on their utility bills by using the collected rain water on their lawns and gardens, reducing the amount of treated tap water

COMMUNITY - The annual Let’s Talk event, hosted by the City of Red Deer, was held at Parkland Mall this past weekend. Red Deerians were able to chat with the mayor, City councillors, and other City departments. photo submitted used.” Rebate application forms are available online through reddeer.ca/rainbarrels; in person – pick up an application form from the first floor of City Hall (4914 - 48 Ave.) or from the Environmental Services front desk at Civic Yards (7721 - 40 Ave.) “Collecting rainfall runoff in a rain barrel is great to maintain healthy soil because it is free of chlorine which is used in tap water,” said Tam.

“In the summer months nearly 40 per cent of a household’s water use is for lawn and yard maintenance. ”Reducing the use of treated water saves you money on your utility bills and saves energy that would normally be used by the City water treatment plant.” For more information and guides to set up and maintain your rain barrel, visit reddeer.ca/ rainbarrels.

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A big achievement for Red Deer student Sheldon Steinhauer is the winner of the Indigenous Shining Student Award BY CARLIE CONNOLLY Express staff

man who demonstrates tenacity, a positive attitude and commitment in all he does,” she said. Vice Principal Brian Plastow was also very pleased Grade 12 Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High with Steinhauer’s win. School student Sheldon Steinhauer is honoured “Sheldon has truly been one of the most impresto be this year’s recipient of the 2017 Indigenous sive students I have met. He is thriving at Lindsay Shining Student Award. Thurber, excelling in the arts and demonstrating “I feel proud of myself. It’s really great. It’s hard high academic achievement. Sheldon is so deserving to describe in words,” he said. of this recognition,” said Plastow. The award celebrates First Nations, Métis and With a big interest in the arts, Steinhauer has put Inuit students who are ‘shining examples in their his passion to work, taking part in the school’s drama communities’. There were also three program, and landing the lead role other students who were honoured in last year’s musical, Winnie The ▾ as finalists for the annual award. Pooh. “I FEEL PROUD OF Originally from Saddle Lake, “I was Winnie The Pooh, so it MYSELF. IT’S REALLY was really awesome,” he said with Steinhauer heard about the award GREAT. IT’S HARD from First Nations Métis Inuit a smile. Services’ Coordinator Denene This year marks his third year TO DESCRIBE IN Schawalder, who he talked with being in the jazz choir, and he’s in WORDS.” about his past and culture. two of the three school’s choirs. He “I believe Sheldon is an excelalso started doing IB Art 20, an Sheldon lent representative of a Shining honours class dealing with a more Steinhauer Indigenous Student,” said advanced curriculum. ▴ Schawalder. He said winning the award is a “He is a very resilient young man, recognition for him. who is creative and passionate with his life. He “Me receiving this award is like proving to myself has managed to maintain a healthy balance be- that I can achieve things that I never thought I could tween his emotional, spiritual, mental and physical ever achieve,” he said. well-being.” Steinhauer will attend a student leadership conSchawalder said he shows pride in his Cree her- ference, and details are still in progress. itage and often speaks openly about his traditions, After graduation, Steinhauer hopes to get into the always happy to share his knowledge of the Cree world of performing arts. He will take a gap year language. next year, and will take more classes at the school, “At our school’s Winter Concert, Sheldon per- including more of the music programs. formed a bilingual version of O Canada in English “Within that time I can work and think of what and Cree which was amazing. He is a brave young I want to do,” he said. carlie.connolly@reddeerexpress.com

HONOUR - Grade 12 student at Lindsay Thurber High School, Sheldon Steinhauer is this year’s recipient of the 2017 Indigenous Shining Student Award. See our video at www. reddeerexpress.com. Carlie Connolly/Red Deer Express

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The zoning change has been requested to allow for a 14 lot residential subdivision with lot sizes ranging from 1.25 acres to 1.33 acres. The proposed development is known as "Sandhill Estates". The concept plan and other technical documents that were provided as part of this application may be viewed on the County's website at www.lacombecounty.com

Change from ‘R-CR’ to ‘R-CRE’

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PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE COUNTY’S LAND USE BYLAW Bylaw No. 1236/17 - To change the zoning of approximately 10.47 hectares (25.87 acres) of land legally described as Pt. SE 24-39-27-W4M, in the Burbank subdivision, south of the Town of Blackfalds from Country Residential 'R-CR' District to Country Residential Estate 'R-CRE' District.

Anyone wishing to comment on the proposed zoning change will have an opportunity to do so at a public hearing. If you are unable to attend the hearing, written submissions can be made to the County. You will, however, need to ensure that your comments are received by the County prior to the date of the hearing. Your comments can be sent by email to info@lacombecounty.com, by fax to 403-782-3820 or by mail to RR 3, Lacombe AB T4L 2N3. All submissions will be public information. For more information, please contact the County’s Planning and Development Department at 403-782-8389 or visit the County’s website at www.lacombecounty.com

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2018 MAYOR’S MESSAGE

CITY MANAGER’S MESSAGE

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While we continue to face economic challenges, we need to ensure we can continue to maintain the quality of life Red Deerians desire and expect, while minimizing the tax impacts for citizens.

This past year was a year of both challenge and progress, a defining year as we navigated our new economic normal and started to ramp up for the 2019 Canada Winter Games.

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It’s your opportunity to chat with City Council and administration candidly about where you think your tax dollars should (and shouldn’t) be spent. What you tell us at the budget open house helps drive the 2018 operating and capital budgets, and ultimately the future of Red Deer. It’s your chance to learn about the services provided by The City. You also have the opportunity to help shape our city. Tell us what you like most and least about your neighbourhood, and how we can make them even better.

For more information check reddeer.ca/budget

Balancing the needs of Red Deer within the current economic climate is a priority when planning for our community’s prosperous future, and working with our citizens is an imperative part of our decision-making on behalf of Red Deerians. As we move into the budget planning process for 2018, City Council will continue to focus on being a citizen focused government that aims to enhance the quality of life of all Red Deerians and to build community life with you.

This event gives you the opportunity to help us plan Red Deer’s future. We are asking you to provide input to ensure The City’s agenda reflects our community’s needs. The feedback we receive at this open house will help drive the 2018 operating and capital budgets for the City and ultimately the future of Red Deer. Open house attendees will also have the opportunity to provide feedback on what they like most and least about their neighbourhoods and how we can make them even better. ō

On behalf of The City of Red Deer, I want to encourage all Red Deerians to join us for the Budget 2018 Open House, an event designed to show residents how tax dollars are budgeted to be spent in 2018, and invite input as to where you would like to see us do things a little bit different. While we did face challenges in 2016 with respect to economic conditions, with a strong strategic vision set by City Council, we stayed the course and remained focused on our priorities and continued to deliver programs, services and initiatives that strengthen our community and improve quality of life for residents. As a City, we continue to weigh and balance the needs of our residents, while providing the services needed for our growing community. This event is your chance to tell us your needs, what you feel we should focus on, and what the future of Red Deer looks like to you.

As such, we want to invite you, and members of your organization and staff to join us at the Budget 2018 Open House on Wednesday, April 19, 2017 from 4 until 7 p.m. at Festival Hall (4214 58 Street).

At this year’s Budget Open House, residents will also have an opportunity to begin to explore and provide feedback on neighbourhood values, and changes they would like to see made. Community collaboration is what really brings our vision of innovative thinking, inspired results and vibrant community to life, and it is through events like this one that we are able to hear from you and make sure our vision is in line with your vision for Red Deer. We are excited to work through this process, hear all your ideas and integrate them into the development of The City’s 2018 operating and capital budgets. On behalf of all City of Red Deer staff, we look forward to talking with you at Festival Hall on Wednesday, April 19. ō

HOW SATISFIED WERE RED DEERIANS IN 2016 The Citizen Satisfaction Survey was administered by Ipsos in July 2016. It was conducted by telephone to a randomly selected sample of 300 residents aged 18 years or older. This is the tenth consecutive year The City participated in the survey.

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Said to: Increase taxes to maintain service levels and/ or enhance/expand service level.

Said to: Cut services to maintain current taxes and/or reduce taxes.

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Worst loss of life from flooding in City’s history Springtime is generally the period when Central Alberta experiences at least some flooding as the local rivers and streams fill up with the run-off from the melting snow. The worst flood in Red Deer’s history, in terms of a loss of life, occurred 70 years ago on March 19th, 1947. The winter of 1946-47 had been cold and snowy, but not exceptionally so. There was a period of very cold weather at the beginning of March with temperatures dropping to –35C. A strong warm spell set in a week later on March 12th. The snow began to melt very rapidly. According to the news reports, the City’s Public Works department was soon hard at work clearing slush from City streets, pumping out low spots and thawing out catch basins to keep the drains and sewers flowing. On Tuesday, March 18th, the ice went out on the Red Deer River. Nothing looked too serious until the wee hours of Wednesday morning when ice began to jam on an island downstream from the City (close to where the 67 Street Bridge is now located). Because of the ice dam, the

water levels began to rise very rapidly. Within two hours, the river had risen more than 3m (10 ft.) and shortly thereafter, it rose another 1.5m (5 ft). Water quickly inundated the low areas along the river and backed up along Waskasoo Creek. Some of those along the river were hard hit. George Best’s house, where the Lion’s Campground is today, was soon filled with 1.8m (6 ft.) of water. Jack Teasdale lost 40 head of cattle and 60 sheep at his feedlot. The greatest tragedy struck at small shacks which were located at the foot of the Gaetz Avenue traffic bridge. These shacks had been built by some of the men who had been working on the construction of the new bridge during the summer of 1946. One of those shacks had been built by Gordon Harps in August 1946. He and his family lived in the cabin until the bridge construction shut down in January with the onset of very cold weather. The family then moved to Canyon Creek to be with relatives, while Gordon got a new job at Notikewin in the Hay River district

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of northern Alberta. While at Canyon Creek, Gordon’s wife, Wilma, gave birth to a little girl, Sharon Margaret. The baby had some medical problems and had to have an operation in the University Hospital in Edmonton. On March 13th, Wilma Harps with her children, Stanley Gordon, aged 4½, Ronald Lyle, aged 18 months and baby Sharon, decided to move back to Red Deer as Gordon was expecting to get back on the bridge crew very soon. Her sister Thelma Donald came along to help with the move as Gordon was still up north. The two women and the children stayed at the Auditorium Hotel (later the Park Hotel) for a few days, but moved into the shack on Tuesday, March 18th. Wilma ordered furniture from George Best’s furniture store and also made arrangements to have milk delivered starting Wednesday morning. Around 5 a.m., the women awoke to find water flooding into the shack. They decided to quickly gather up the children and to run for higher ground. They appeared to be making good progress when they slipped into the deeper water of one of the gravel pits. They plunged down into the icy water and were drowned.

TRAGIC CHAPTER - The Harp house, where it had floated to a spot along the bank of the Red Deer River, March 19th, 1947. Five people lost their lives when they tried to flee from the house to safety during a sudden ice dam on the River. J.H. Gano photographer, Red Deer Archives 2000-113-06 Meanwhile, residents of the nearby houses on higher ground heard the screams and called the police. A search was commenced immediately, but was hampered by the high water, ice and lack of light. The ice dam was finally broken up late Wednesday by provincial public works crews using dynamite and men

from the Vocational Training School using a bulldozer. The water then quickly receded, but the bodies of four of the flood victims were not found until early Thursday morning. The body of the baby was not found until early Friday. It was the worst loss of life in a flood in the City of Red Deer’s history.

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Organizers thrilled with Sheraton Celebrity Dance Off turnout BY CARLIE CONNOLLY Express staff

The dance floor was on fire at this year’s Sheraton Celebrity Dance Off which took place Friday night with over 1,000 guests in attendance. Community leaders partnered with professional dancers to strut their stuff, all for a good cause. Local celebrity Karen Goranson and her dance partner Dale Tosczak won the Mirror Ball Award after a spectacular dance. This year’s event was in support of the Central Alberta Child Adovcacy Centre and the Central Alberta Sexual Assault Centre. “From the SCDO inception, there has been a dream that more than one organization would work together, that we could bring more awareness to great causes, that we could all learn more about each other and work together. That’s the beauty of community. This year our dream came true,” said Co-Chair Christine Moore. “We selected our two partners because of their strengths and shared vision. It’s a unique situation because we have 30 years of history, of hard work serving the community in the Central Alberta Sexual Support Assault Centre, com-

bined with the vision of something better for Central Alberta in the Child Advocacy Centre, both organizations embracing a shared vision to serve vulnerable children and families. “From a logistical side, it’s made our event bigger because we have the supporters of both organizations, and we have engaged another city, Calgary, with three of our celebrity dancers. They have brought a whole wealth of support, in fundraising and participation, and in building awareness for our causes. It has definitely raised the profile of our event! We’ve made many new friends in Calgary.” This year’s pairings saw de-

fending Mirror Ball Award winner Natalie Brooks with Dustin Snider, Brett Speight with Sherri Ryckman, Bryan Senn with Colleen Manning, Tosczak with Goranson, David Joseph with Jodie Schreiner, Jena Smith with Sheldon Kennedy, Jody Liptak with Jesse Wallin and Olya Joseph with Rollie Cyr. As to Friday night’s event, Moore said it was unprecedented in attendance and money raised. This year dancers raised $515,000 in pledges and donations before the event even began, while last year saw $150,000 raised at the same time. “It was just a resounding success so we’re very, very grateful,”

said Moore. Although the total amount raised this year hasn’t yet been announced, Moore believes it to be the best yet. “We’re optimistic it’s going to

be a banner year, the best we’ve ever raised.” Last year a total of $265,000 was raised. “We just want to thank the community, our donor, our

sponsors, our dancers, our professionals and all our volunteers. Our volunteers made it happen.” carlie.connolly@reddeerexpress.com

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NICE MOVES - Dale Tosczak and his dance partner Karen Goranson claimed the Mirror Ball Award at this year’s Sheraton Celebrity Dance Off held Friday night. See our slideshow of the event at www.reddeerexpress.com. Carlie Connolly/Red Deer Express

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MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION DECISIONS On the 11th day of April, 2017, under provisions of the Land Use Bylaw 2006/6, Red Deer County Municipal Planning Commission issued a decision approving the following application: Permitted Use SOUTH of RED DEER 1. Construction Capital Corp./2000834 Alberta Inc. â€“ 599.5m2 (6,454ft2) Commercial Recreation Facility-Indoor for the operation of an archery tag sports business on Lot 32, Blk 1, Plan 082-9620, SE 33-37-27-4 (Piper Creek Business Park). A person may appeal a Discretionary Use approval prior to 4:30 p.m. on April 26, 2017, by paying the required appeal fee and by filing an appeal in writing against the decision with the Red Deer County Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, 38106 Rge Rd 275, Red Deer County, Alberta. A Permitted Use approval may not be appealed unless the decision involves a relaxation, variance or misinterpretation of the Land Use Bylaw. For further information, contact Planning & Development Services at 403-350-2170.

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Red Deer Mayor Tara Veer is responding to proposed changes to the Municipal Government Act. The provincial government tabled proposed changes to the MGA on Monday in the legislature. â€œToday has been many years in the making. After five years of hard work and consultation, forward-thinking and relationship building, today the third and final round of amendments, under the MGA review were tabled in the legislature,â€? said Shaye Anderson, minister of municipal affairs. A comprehensive review of the MGA started in 2012. Proposed changes include collaboration with Indigenous communities, parental leave for municipal councillors, environment well-being, notifications of amalgamations and annexations and municipal enforcement of directives. â€œThere are a couple of areas that we feel are responsive to Red Deer. The previous amendments had 30 per cent allocated to it (the City) for off-site levies but Alberta Mayorâ€™s Caucus had requested that be removed and that no longer appears in this round of amendments,â€? said Veer. Currently, the MGA does not apply to First Nations lands (federal legislation applies) and the planning and development components of the MGA do not apply to MĂŠtis settlements. Members of these Indigenous communities intersect with municipalities through regular interactions for a variety of reasons, such as utility service delivery. Under the proposed changes, municipalities will be allowed to invite neighbouring Indigenous communities to collaborate on future regional service delivery and enter into agreements with them. Municipalities will also be required to notify neighbouring Indigenous communities of any new municipal development plans or area structure plans. In terms of parental leave, municipal councils currently have the authority to permit extended councillor absences without disqualification on a case-by-case basis, but they do not have clear authority to establish ongoing standards that would provide for extended parental leave on a system-wide basis. Under the proposed changes, municipalities will be enabled to provide for extended councillor parental leave by bylaw. The MGA will be amended to exempt councillors from disqualification when absent under the provisions of a local parental leave bylaw. Also, the MGA currently identifies municipal purposes as providing good governance; providing services, facilities and other things necessary or desirable for the municipality; and to develop and maintain safe and viable communities. Many municipalities consider environmental elements as part of their decision-making, but the MGA does not include fostering environmental well-being as a municipal purpose. The proposed changes call for fostering environmental well-being to be included in the MGA as a municipal purpose. In addition, the MGA currently indicates a municipal authority initiating an amalgamation

or annexation must notify any local authority it considers would be affected by the proposed amalgamation or annexation. Local authorities include school divisions, regional health authorities and regional services commissions. The proposed changes state the municipality initiating an amalgamation or annexation will be required to notify all local authorities operating or providing services within the affected municipalities. For the purposes of an amalgamation, the notice must also include proposals for consultation with all local authorities operating or providing services within the affected municipalities. The municipality initiating an annexation will also be required to notify the Minister of Municipal Affairs. As well, the Municipal Government Act recognizes that municipal councils are elected to represent their residents and make decisions that benefit their communities. As a result the Act only authorizes the minister to intervene in local governance in very specific circumstances of significant concern. The minister may issue directives in response to an inspection of a municipality that finds irregular, improvident, or improper governance and to ensure compliance with an Alberta Land Stewardship Act (ALSA) regional plan. There is no time period for notice of a court application set out in the MGA. With the proposed changes the minister will be provided with the same remedies to address municipal non-compliance with a Ministerial directive as are currently available to address non-compliance with an ALSA regional plan. The MGA will continue to limit the use of these powers to extraordinary circumstances. â€œWeâ€™re listening to Albertans and responding to their ideas for how our government can make practical changes that make their lives better. These changes will make a real difference for how municipalities collaborate on what is important to families and communities. I am very proud to be proposing the final touches to this legislation as we approach the finish line for the MGA review,â€? said Anderson. An Act to Strengthen Municipal Government proposes amendments to the MGA that would augment relationships between municipalities and Indigenous communities, including a notification requirement that Alberta would be the first province to legislate. The bill would also make Alberta the first province to let neighbouring municipalities collaborate on off-site infrastructure, such as recreation centres and libraries that benefit Albertans in a region. The amendments also include changes to strengthen collaboration between school boards and municipalities. â€œThe City always reserves judgment until we see the regulations and weâ€™ll be watching closely for the regulations so we can adequately determine their local impact,â€? said Veer. efawcett@reddeerexpress.com

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Red Deer College presents Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding BY MARK WEBER Express staff

Local audiences are in for a real treat with Red Deer College’s latest production Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding - opening tonight in Studio A. Additional performances run April 13th - 15th with curtain at 7:30 p.m. There are also matinees April 14th and 15th at 1 p.m. Calgary-based actor/director/educator Karen Johnson-Diamond is guest directing the show, which was conceived by Nancy Cassaro. Incidentally, Johnson-Diamond was the very first grad of the theatre arts program at RDC back in 1987. She had attended there through 1985 and 1986 taking drama classes, but the actual theatre arts diploma program wasn’t set up quite yet. “When I enrolled, I already had all of the first year classes,” she explained during a recent chat. Nevertheless she was enrolled as a second year, and come 1987, she graduated by herself. “It’s my claim to fame around here,” she added with a laugh. It’s also certainly part of what makes being back at RDC such a joy - along with working with the students who will be featured in Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding, a shining example of what’s known as ‘environmental/immersive theatre’. That means that the audience is essentially a part of the show; they are guests at the ItalianCanadian wedding and reception. And the magic flows from the interactive and improvisational nature of the show, too, which features a cast of 18. Meet Tina, the headstrong 20-something party girl bride with an attitude; Tony, the handsome yet rowdy groom-to-be; Connie, the pregnant maidof-honour; Father Mark, a priest who thinks he’s hip and a whole wedding party on the edge. “Twenty years ago, it was a huge, huge thing so I love that we are re-introducing it to this generation which is great. It’s like no other theatre piece that I have seen or been involved in,” explained Johnson-Diamond. “I’ve seen a number of (plays like this), but this one stands out. It’s considered environmental theatre and immersive theatre - the event is going to this wedding, and the audience members are treated like wedding guests for the ceremony and the reception. “During the reception, we hope that they will have a party and get up and dance, as will all of the actors,” she said. “The theatre happens in and amongst them; with them and around them. About 60 per cent of it is also completely improvised also,” she added. “It’s one-on-one interaction with the audience. “There is no ‘us and them’. We are all in this together,” she added with a laugh. “There are some scripted moments, but they are few and far between.” As Johnson-Diamond pointed out, the production has proven to be a smash around the

YOU’RE INVITED - From left, Jayden Baldry as Tony Nunzio Jr. and Kai Hall as Tina Vitale rehearsed a scene from Red Deer College’s production of Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding. The show runs April 12th-15th in Studio A at RDC. Zachary Cormier/Red Deer Express world. The piece has also been staged in over Theatre), and Forsooth, My Lovely (Hoodlum 100 locations worldwide, including cities in Theatre). For Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding, it’s been a delight Canada, Japan, Germany, the United Kingdom, not only re-connecting and Australia. ▾ with old friends and col“It ran in New York for 22 years or something crazy “TWENTY YEARS AGO, IT WAS leagues but also sharing like that, and then it was in A HUGE, HUGE THING SO I LOVE her extensive experience a new generation of Las Vegas for a long time.” THAT WE ARE RE-INTRODUCING with actors. Johnson-Diamond has IT TO THIS GENERATION WHICH “It’s about helping the indeed enjoyed an amazing kids figure out what imcareer in the industry since IS GREAT. IT’S LIKE NO OTHER prov draws the audience graduating from RDC. THEATRE PIECE THAT I HAVE in, and the best way to She is the co-founder/ SEEN OR BEEN INVOLVED IN.” schmooze with a crowd,” producer of Calgary’s she said. “I think the secret improvisational theatre Karen Johnson-Diamond to improve is just thinkcompany Dirty Laundry, ▴ ing - how can you make and has appeared on your scene partner look many stages including most recently, Verb Theatre (HEART) and The even better?” Also, looking at the other actors in a positive light and considering their ideas as Chemainus Theatre Festival: (Hilda’s Yard). Previous directing credits include Footloose great ones serves to only strengthen the overall (Keyano Theatre), A New Brain (Storybook impact of improvising, too, she said. “You also

never think of trying to be funny - the ‘funny’ happens on its own.” Meanwhile, Johnson-Diamond also serves as the administrative director for Artstrek, a summer theatre camp for teens which happens every summer at RDC. “It’s my Disneyland - it’s my favourite place to be in the world,” she noted of the annual camp. Of course, being back at RDC has been a terrific experience as the halls hold lots of great memories for Johnson-Diamond. “For me, I’m seeing myself onstage - I see myself at 21, my first year of drama class - at Red Deer College,” she said of guiding this particular cast through the paces. “Also, just being back around people that have been such a big part of my career. “Seeing the potential in these kids, and knowing this is the next generation of theatre, is one of my favourite parts of this.” For tickets, check out www.blackknightinn.ca.

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‘got’ me as a singer and a songwriter which is the most important thing for a producer, that they understand what you are trying to do. There’s nothing quite like forging your own “They are also really challenging guys - for path through the crowded world of today’s music the first time I felt really, truly challenged to be scene. better and to rethink things.” But that is precisely what Toronto-based indie American Love is described as being a nod rockers, the Fast Romantics, have managed to do to, “The type of cinematic storybook romance in a relatively short period of time. Their latest American pop culture has conditioned us to CD, American Love, will be released April 28th, search for, but also explores the realities at play and they perform at the International Beer Haus off the silver screen that can wreak havoc on on April 26th. burgeoning love.” As described, “American Love features 12 Angus recalls that in the early days of the band, anthemic ‘heart-on-your-sleeve’ and lyrically he wanted to take a lot of time to write and figure relevant tracks, including the new single Why out what he wanted the group to be about, and We Fight which hit #1 on the CBC Radio 2 chart that he also wanted to take the band out on the knocking out Adele, as well as their infectious road before they even had put out a record. SOCAN Award-winning breakthrough song “That way, we could figure out who we wanted Julia,” which exudes a kind of charming, ‘retro’ to be and get to know everybody and get really feel but is clearly a polished, modern rocker at tight. And that was the plan. the same time. “What actually hapWhy We Fight captures pened is that it also Enter to win tickets so much of the what this influenced the songs band is really about - an in an amazing way,” he to the show at unmistakable sense of aurecalled. “We did a first thenticity built on a bold, www.reddeerexpress.com batch of songs and then compelling and innovawent out and toured tive sound. America and Canada, Produced by Gus Van Go and Werner F, and then I came back and thought these songs American Love is the follow-up record to the aren’t really relevant anymore. band’s 2013 release Afterlife Blues. “So that’s why we ended up taking so long (with “On a whim I called them up and showed them this record). The songs really became a proda demo for Julia, and they were ecstatic. We just uct or a reflection of us traveling around both connected,” said frontman Matthew Angus of countries and experiencing all of the changes joining forces with the producing team. “They that were happening, and all of the political stuff understood exactly what I wanted to do - they that was happening,” he said. “The songs also

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CARVING A PATH - Toronto band the Fast Romantics will be performing at the International Beer Haus April 26th. Their new CD, American Love, launches April 28th. Jen Squires photo ended up being paintings of what it felt like to fall in love while the rest of the world went mad. The American election went bizarre and took over the Canadian one, everybody’s obsession with social media hit some kind of peak, and suddenly everyone - everywhere - was talking about America.” Still, he said American Love is by no means a political protest record. Rather, he described it as, “A series of reflections by a non-American songwriter living so close to the border, hyper-aware of America and its influence on Canada and the people around him.” Angus said the band’s history stretches across the country to Calgary, where it was initially formed. “That was the first band - Jeff, the bass player and I along with some other guys played out there. We decided to move to Toronto and over the course of making some records and things, it just kind of fizzled out about three and onehalf years ago.” It was time to re-evaluate. “We ended up starting a new band but keeping

the old name.” In his own life, an introduction to music came early with his piano teacher mom and and his dad who was a huge music fan in his own right with a terrific taste in music. Angus also found the guitar after awhile (“all of my idols were playing it”) and he also discovered his voice - although he wasn’t thrilled with his vocal abilities at first. “It’s one of those voices that fell down the stairs and ended up being something decent,” he said with a laugh. Hailed as an ‘Artist to watch’ in 2017 (Google Play), the Fast Romantics is today comprised of Angus, Jeffrey Lewis (bass), Kirty (vocals, acoustic guitar, synth), Kevin Black (guitars), Lisa Lorenz (keyboards) and Nick McKinlay (drums). Known for their incredible live shows and songwriting prowess, the band has also received many accolades over the past few years including ‘Pop Group of the Year’ at the Sirius XM Indies (2014) and more recently their song Julia won the ‘SOCAN National Songwriting Prize’ in 2016. mark.weber@reddeerrexpress.com

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Coming back to top shape from an injury Seems more and more people are coming to me with injuries and asking about getting back in shape, or at least back to function. If you are following my articles then you know I broke myself in November of 2015 and have been working to get back to my old healthy self. Obviously injury repair has been a major focus for me in the past 18 months, but the truth is that focus goes back to - well, always. Seems I am quite an injury creation professional by now. I have broken, sprained, tore, ripped, smashed, cut, punctured and wrecked all sorts of myself. My poor wife had never set foot in a hospital before she met me, now she is quite clear on how they work, in several countries and provinces. I don’t do it on purpose or anything, but being a risk taker, it comes up. Currently I know of people with torn ankle ligaments, broken collar bones, a torn knee cartilage, dislocated toes, inflamed achilles, patellar femoral tears (knee ligament), a shoulder rotator cuff tear, sprained ribs. On and on. So of course, the big question is always: what do you do now? And the answer as always is - it depends. If it’s broken, or you think it might be, you need an xray of course. Do not wait, get that done. From there it gets fuzzy. A good doctor is a great step one as always, and in Canada, we are so lucky to say that! I have wrecked myself in the good ole USA, and an infected toe was $18,000 to treat (thank goodness for travel insurance!) While I hope none of us abuse our amazing medical system, I encourage you to make use of it when you need it! From there, we have physiotherapists, chiropractors and massage therapists as the next likely steps. A great physio, and we have many in town, can really cover a lot of bases related to soft tissue like muscles, ligaments and tendons. They have so many tools to not only help repair the damage but to assess it and prevent further issues. My physio in Sylvan helped get my arm range of motion from 90 degrees (can hardly reach the steering wheel of my truck) to 145 degrees (above my head) in six months. That may seem like a lot, but it brings to bear another aspect of injury rehab – time. It takes a while to heal and the older we are, the longer it can take. Another asset we have in abundance in town is massage therapy and that itself comes with many options. From aggressive deep tissue, ART, trigger point therapies all the way to a nice stress release ‘feel

wonderful’ massage, all of these have their place. As we move and challenge our bodies we create adhesions in the fascia and massage can really help to get us moving again. Of course, if it is a structural limitation, then the chiropractor is the place to go. Life happens with its bumps, bruises and more and sometimes we get things a little misaligned. When the body senses a joint outside of its range, the surrounding soft tissue forms a sort of ‘cast’ and gets rigid and stiff. Now your neck doesn’t turn, or your back won’t bend and you need to get ‘well adjusted’.

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Beyond those more obvious choices we get into things like acupuncture and one of my personal favourites, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT). That was one of the key things that brought me back, not only from my multiple surgeries and inflammation, but from my brain injury. HBOT was instrumental in getting my concussion to heal in record time and get me back to my old self. It is brilliant that we have an HBOT clinic here in Red Deer, and if you have had a concussion, damaged a ligament, or had surgery I highly recommend you check that out. Above all, the thing you must do is prioritize your

injury repair. Instead of being mad, or cursing out your damaged body, I would suggest that you treat it like a hurt and scared little kid - with love, attention and all the effort you can manage in helping things be right again. The worst thing you can do with an injury is ignore it and think it will go away. The body doesn’t work that way in many cases. It will just find a way to adapt. So you will limp, or have reduced range or just compensate. That’s going to help you survive, but I would rather thrive. Scott McDermott is a personal trainer and the owner of Best Body Fitness in Sylvan Lake.

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Are you really informed of all the risks? If I were a patient, what would I want Wealth and power are no guarantee to know about the risk of treatment? against disaster. For instance, Sir Anthony Eden, Since I’ve been one a few times, let me tell you what I worried about be- the Prime Minister of England, had a fore past medical procedures. And will serious complication during routine there ever be truly informed patients? removal of his gallbladder. It eventuLet’s start with the major fear, death. ally killed him. A surgeon may perNever forget that death lurks in form 1,000 gallbladder operations, but the background, ready to then commit one technical strike. Surely, anyone who error. So, even in the best is scheduled for coronary Dr. Gifford of hands, there is no such bypass surgery realizes thing as zero risk surgery. there’s a greater risk of But not only surgery can dying in this case than cause trouble. As a patient I’ve also been when treated for an ingrown toenail. concerned about post-opBut never underestimate erative wound infection, the hazard of even minor one that is resistant to antisurgery. There’s always the biotics, another ‘Act of God’. possibility, though rare, of Or, that I might be given the wrong post-operative death from anesthesia. It’s usually what we call an ‘Act medication. of God’ in which neither Years ago a patient of the surgeon nor anesthetist is at fault. mine was dressing to go home after But regardless of the cause, you have an uneventful major operation. Within minutes she collapsed, dead, still left this planet. Moreover, even the best of doctors due to a pulmonary embolism, a blood clot in her lungs. It was another ‘Act can have a bad or unlucky day. I recall watching a renowned Harvard of God’, and no surgeon forgets those surgeon who started an operation to terrible heart-breaking moments over remove a large uterine tumour. He which he has no control. was shocked to discover the patient So is ‘informed’ consent ever possiwas also pregnant! A horrible way to ble? It could happen, I suppose, when start the day. a brain surgeon operates on another

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brain surgeon. They both know the risks. But I could talk all day with a nuclear physicist and be misinformed. Only if he told me that simply mixing A with B would cause an explosion, I’d understand. So doctors must also learn to talk in terms that patients understand, as most patients are not doctors. In doing so they must be truthful but not scare the patient half to death about complications that rarely happen. But surgeons and physicians should prevent patients from surprises. For instance, readers have complained to me that they would never have agreed to a radical prostatectomy for prostate cancer if they had been told they might end their lives in diapers. Let’s not forget, however, that such medical procedures are often associated with great benefits. There are untold numbers of men whose lives have been saved by prostate surgery. Others are now able to walk without pain following knee and hip replacements. This good list goes on and on. So what’s the bottom line? It’s that anyone, unless they’ve been living on Mars, must realize that life is risky, and more so if and when a medical procedure is necessary. The decision then must be whether

TRYING IT OUT - Young Red Deerians tried out yoga during a special Kid’s Yoga Day session at the Treehouse Indoor Playground on Friday. The free session was hosted by local kid’s yoga teacher Jamie de Koning. Zachary Cormier/Red Deer Express the benefit is greater than the risk. What’s most tragic is when unexpected complications occur and the procedure should not have been done in the first place. This may happen when surgeons too readily pick up the scalpel. But, today, my input from readers indicates they’re often their own worst enemies, those who demand instant pain relief from surgery rather than live with minor inconvenience. The end result is often not the

perfect outcome they had hoped for. Sometimes it’s better to live with the devil you know than the one you don’t know. The Gifford-Jones Living Will with Advanced Directive can be obtained by sending $10 in a self-addressed stamped envelope to 65 Harbour Square, Suite 1110, Toronto, Ontario, M5J 2L4. See the web site at www.docgiff.com. For comments, email info@ docgiff.com.

Eighth annual Heart’s Desire Ladies Gala coming up BY CARLIE CONNOLLY Express staff

Putting your heart to good use goes a long way for the 8th Annual Heart’s Desire Ladies Fundraising Gala held April 28th. The event will take place at the Black Knight

Inn and focus on women’s heart health. So far, $550,000 has been raised over the past seven years. The volunteer-initiated event supports The Heart and Stroke Foundation. Callie Leshchyshyn, area manager for Alberta, NWT and Nunavut for the Heart and Stroke

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Foundation, said for they’re most known for the designer purse raffle at the event. “We get a whole bunch of purses and then you basically buy your raffle tickets and you can win some really amazing purses, and that tends to be what the women really love at the Gala,” she said. The event also has other raffles and a 50/50 draw. This year the Dueling Pianos will also be there as a source of entertainment for the ladies. “We had them last year, and they were very

well received so we’re bringing them back,” said Leshchyshyn. The event will also feature a four-course appetizer dinner and more. Doors open at 6 p.m. with the main event beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Black Knight Inn. Tickets can be purchased through the Black Knight Ticket Centre either through their web site at tickets.blackknightinn.ca or in person. carlie.connolly@reddeerexpress.com

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IT’S GONE! - From right, Red Deer Riggers third baseman JP Wilner drove a three run home run into left field while Jacob Senkoe of the Parkland White Sox looked on in this photo from last season. The Riggers are gearing up for the start of the 2017 Sunburst Baseball League season. Express file photo

Riggers set sights on nationals as they prepare for new season BY ZACHARY CORMIER Express staff

A surprise invite to the 2017 Baseball Canada Senior Men’s National Championship has put an extra spring into the step of the Red Deer Riggers as they gear up for the start of the Sunburst Baseball League season. Even though the Riggers fell to the Sherwood Park Athletics in last season’s provincial championship series, the boys in red and white are still going to get a chance to play on the country’s biggest stage for Senior AAA baseball this coming summer, after Baseball Alberta received an invite from Baseball Canada to enter a second team to replace Quebec’s representative at this year’s tournament. Because of the way that Senior Men’s provincials are structured in Canada, the team that wins the provincial championship in a given year earns the right to represent their province at nationals the following season, meaning the athletics would

be Alberta’s representative this year. However, because Alberta gets to send two teams to nationals this season, Red Deer got the call as last year’s provincial runner-ups. “I think guys obviously were disappointed last year, which is pretty understandable. But I think guys also, once we got the call from Baseball Canada, were pretty excited about the opportunity to go on to Victoria for nationals this summer,” said Riggers’ Player/Coach Jason Chatwood of how his team reacted when they heard the news. And with the Sunburst League’s Opening Day less than a month away, the City’s resident Senior AAA baseball team has started dusting off the cobwebs as they get ready for the long season ahead. “It’s been good. We’ve had a few indoor workouts already at the Collicutt and stuff like that. The guys are getting ready,” said Chatwood, noting that even though nationals are in the back of their minds, the Riggers are trying to stay focused on the season ahead. “You don’t want to look too, too far ahead. Just

kind of take things one game at a time. I think that’s kind of the thing that we’ve been pretty good at and pretty consistent at is just kind of focusing on the game that we’re playing.” Although the team doesn’t play their first regular season game until May 2nd, they won’t have to wait that long to see their first game action of the spring as they prepare to take on the University of Alberta’s new baseball team for an exhibition series at Telus Field in Edmonton on April 22nd and 23rd. “For us it’ll be nice to play a different team. We get three games to play before the season even starts, so just kind of work out some of the rust and get your timing down and get pitchers some innings and guys some swings before the season actually starts,” Chatwood said. While the Riggers’ lineup this season is shaping up to be largely the same as last year, there are a couple of major gaps to fill after veterans Curtis Bailey and Jordan Weinkauf decided to retire at the end of last season.

“They’ve been two huge, huge pieces to the Riggers for a lot of years. Those guys are kind of irreplaceable for all of the things they did on and off the field, so they’ll be missed big time,” Chatwood said, adding the team has brought in a couple of new players to sure up their roster ahead of their May 2nd home opener against the Confederation Park Cubs. “We’re kind of trying to build a strong team for the season and obviously going into nationals.” He also said the team is hoping to see the same level of support from Red Deer baseball fans as they did during last year’s playoffs. “Last year was awesome with the City supporting us and getting behind us for the season and playoffs, so hopefully just continue that and hopefully guys stay healthy for the year.” The Sunburst Baseball League season kicks off on May 2nd when the Red Deer Riggers host the Confederation Park Cubs at Great Chief Park in Red Deer. First pitch on that game is at 7:30 p.m. zcormier@reddeerexpress.com

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Rebels look to the future after early playoff exit BY ZACHARY CORMIER Express staff

The Red Deer Rebels’ season is over. Despite at one point holding a 3-1 lead over the Lethbridge Hurricanes in the WHL Eastern Conference Quarterfinal play-off series, the Rebels couldn’t come up with the final win that they needed to complete the upset, as they fell 6-2 in Game 7 in Lethbridge Tuesday night. A rabid crowd and a surging Lethbridge power-play proved to be too much for the young Rebels team in the win-or-go-home showdown. “I thought some of the inexperience did catch up to us, especially on the back end as the series went on. I thought our young players wore down in the series and that’s why finishing the series when you’re up 3-1 like that was important, to end it as quick as possible in your favour. But

the longer it went the more difficult it seemed to be for us,” said Rebels Head Coach/GM Brent Sutter during locker clean-out day at the ENMAX Centrium on Wednesday morning. The Hurricanes’ offence and special teams put on a show for the sold-out crowd of 5,244 at the ENMAX Centre, converting on four of six power play opportunities on their way to their first play-off series win since 2009. Lethbridge didn’t waste much time getting on the board as they took advantage of a 5-on-3 opportunity seven minutes into the first period to notch two power-play goals just a minute apart to take an early 2-0 lead. Rebels forward Lane Zablocki gave the visitors a glimmer of hope with a goal late in the first period but any momentum the Rebels gained quickly evaporated when Red Deer Minor Hockey product Ryan Vandervlis notched the eventual

game-winning goal just 22 seconds later. It was Lethbridge’s only even strength goal of the game. From there it was pretty much all Hurricanes, as the home side added a short-handed goal and two more power-play markers to close out the game. Sutter said that while the loss is disappointing, it was a good experience for a team that has been in rebuild mode since hosting the Memorial Cup last year. “When you bring in a lot of young players, you hope they develop, you hope they grow into what they can be now but also where they can be at down the road and I think we took a lot of great strides in that, too.” Sutter noted that the team is planning to continue that rebuild into next season. “Next season is going to be pretty well — outside of (Brandon Hagel) and (Grayson Pawlenchuck)

— you’re basically starting a whole fresh new group again. We’re definitely going to be bringing in some more kids this coming season. There’s some young kids that we feel really good about that can even push for jobs that some of the older guys have right now,” he said. Overagers Evan Polei, Colton Bobyk and Austin Glover all graduate from the team this year and they will likely be joined by captain Adam Musil, who is set to join the Chicago Wolves of the AHL. However the team will get a number of key players back next season, including all of their defensemen (sans Bobyk) and goaltenders Riley Lamb and Lasse Petersen. “It was a year that was about development, it was a year about progression, it was a year about putting these young players through some experience that we thought could really, really help down the road,” Sutter said. zcormier@reddeerexpress.com

Sports reporter reflects on time in Red Deer A year and a half sure flies by quick when you’re in a hockey rink. As a rule, I’m not a huge fan of farewell columns. They’re always full of clichés, mushy thank yous and what Gary Bettman would probably call “emotional human nonsense.” So before I go any further, I want to apologize in advance for all of the sentimental cliches in

this column. There are going to be a lot of them, and they’re going to be mushy, but I think it’s worth doing, if for no other reason than to fry Bettman’s logic board on the off chance he reads it. As you probably guessed from that opening, this was my last week at the Red Deer Express. After lots of agonizing and thinking about my future, I’ve

made the decision to move on and pursue a degree in communications at the University of Calgary this fall. That’s not to say I’m leaving sports journalism entirely, but it does mean that you won’t be seeing my smiling face in the masthead of the Express anymore. (Tragic, I know.) The past year and a half has been a heck of a ride. It’s not

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often that a rookie reporter fresh out of journalism school gets the opportunity to write what they’re passionate about in a city like Red Deer. That goes double for an aspiring sports writer because the athletic community in this city is so incredibly diverse and amazing. In my time here I’ve had the chance to cover everything, from fencing to rowing. I’ve even written a story about Quidditch. I had the opportunity to witness and capture the closing of the the old Red Deer Arena and to sit in the sold-out ENMAX Centrium during the Memorial Cup tournament, which was definitely a highlight both in my personal and professional life. I’ve also been privileged to watch as this community builds towards the 2019 Canada Winter Games. With the passion that this City brings to any project, I know that you guys are going to put on one heck of a show two

years from now. With all of that said, I feel that there are a few people and organizations I need point out for their help over the past 20 months. First of all, I need to say a huge thank you to Brent Sutter, Cam Moon and everyone at the Red Deer Rebels organization. From the moment I first walked into the ENMAX Centrium media room as a fresh-faced 20-yearold reporter, I have always been treated with professionalism and respect. Mooner always did his best to accommodate any request I threw at him and he always did it with a joke and a smile. I also need to thank Rebels photographer Rob Wallator for always making room for me at one of the Centrium’s prime shooting positions, sometimes at his own expense. Even during the Memorial Cup last year, Wally always found a good spot for me to shoot from.

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To Jeff McInnis and the Lacombe Generals for being so incredibly cooperative, despite the fact that I wasn’t able to make it to every game and to Generals’ Coach Curtis Austring for always answering my phone calls early on Wednesday mornings when I needed a story. To the Red Deer College Athletics department for always keeping me in the loop about everything going on with the Kings and Queens, you guys made my job infinitely easier with your weekly updates and recaps. Finally, to the Red Deer Vipers, Blackfalds Wranglers, Central Alberta Buccaneers, Red Deer Riggers and the myriad of coaches, parents, athletes and sports organizations who made themselves available for interviews over the past year and a half, thank you for making me part of your community and sharing your stories with me. You are what makes this job so fulfilling. To paraphrase this City’s favourite Major Junior hockey coach - keep playing the game the right way, Red Deer. It’s been fun. zcormier@reddeerexpress.com

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Be ready for the ‘unexpected’ in home designing or purchase Today on facebook I saw a video of a friend of mine returning from buying a box of baby chicks. Her daughter was holding the box and dozens of the little chirpers were wiggling around inside the box, some climbing the sides and trying to get out. Life can sometimes feel like a wiggling, squirming box of chicks and just when you think you have one situation under control, another can come squirming out of the box in the blink of an eye. If you look at the whole box from a distance, it can seem like a fluffy and pleasant situ-

ation until you get a bit closer and realize that each tiny soul is doing its best to escape and cause havoc or injury. The view of a home purchase or renovation is very similar as the broad picture looks wonderful and blissful yet when a closer look is taken it can show pockets of chaos and destruction! When I deal with clients I am constantly playing the go-between from one partner to another. Generally men and women are looking at the same situation (home purchase, decorating project) with completely different viewpoints.

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INVITING - This dining area in an Asset Builders show home in Laredo shows how decor can be used to blend two rooms together into a coherent space. Zachary Cormier/Red Deer Express Last night I was sitting with a couple in the living room of a home they want to purchase and the age-old battle was as expected; she loved the finishes and beautiful backsplash and he was looking for a wall to remove or a room to paint. My lady buyer was soaking in the emotion and feeling of the home and my man buyer was creating projects for himself to keep busy. While wanting to downsize, this couple will have a big shift in lifestyle without a large home to manage and maintain.

From the outside, they both liked the property very much but upon closer inspection they both had very different reasons for liking the home. When we got right down to the details of living there, they were both on opposite sides of that box squirming to get a peek over the edge to see what was on the other side of this purchase. She wanted the turn key, settle-in home and he was eyeballing expanding the garage and scraping the popcorn ceilings. When they talked TO each other and realized that one’s dreams

would mess up and get a great deal of dust on the other’s dreams, it was a true light bulb moment. A home can look delightful from the outside yet when you get in and start to open doors and look in corners you can see that there may be some unexpected costs or considerations in the future and it is always a good practice to counter balance your emotional responses with a practical voice of experience. That box of chicks is wonderful to look at and delightful to listen to, but look closely at the potential chaos and make

sure you can handle the things which are coming your way. The fun end to this story is that all the chicks got home safely and disaster was averted even though it took a watchful eye and quick hand to keep everyone safe. There might be unexpected experiences in your home buying or renovating journey but things can be extremely successful if you are on the lookout for the wiggly parts. Kim Wyse is a Central Alberta freelance designer. Find her on facebook at ‘Ask a Realtor/Ask a Designer’.

Pre-approvals aren’t what they used to be Although going through the pre-approval process is important, the actual term ‘pre-approval’ is often misunderstood. An important point to be clear on is that while you may be pre-approved for a certain mortgage amount, there are several variables that can derail a final approval once you write an offer on a property. As such it is imperative that offers include a condition (or ‘subject’) clause along the lines of ‘subject to receiving and approving satisfactory financing’. This is arguably the single most important clause in a contract (an inspection being a close second), because without the financing, how will you complete

your purchase? The pre-approval process should be considered more of a personal pre-screening process than anything. It should include a lender review of a current credit report and review of all required income and down payment documents. You should have a clear understanding of the maximum mortgage amount you qualify for along with clarity on the various related costs involved in your specific transaction. With most lenders pre-approvals involve no formal live review of documents, but your mortgage broker can preview them to catch any significant areas

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of concern such as: • unfiled taxes • unpaid taxes • employment still in a probationary period • clarity around down payment origins Ultimately the property forms are a significant part of a mortgage approval, and so until an offer is written on a specific property, no true approval can be offered. Also, if you require mortgage insurance, CMHC, Genworth, and Canada Guaranty do not pre-approve applications. So even though you have a pre-approval comfort letter from a lender but you require mortgage insurance then you may have to find alternative solutions. Furthermore, government changes to lending guidelines and policies can render a pre-approval

invalid just a few days later, without warning. Pre-Approvals are not always grandfathered when the lending rules change. So yes, request a pre-approval, as it gives you a good idea as to your maximum mortgage amount and locks down a rate for you - always a worthwhile endeavour. It may also allow you to address a few smaller issues with ample time prior to writing your offer. Small issues today can be big issues when in the middle of a live transaction. Bottom line, please be aware that aside from these key advantages, a pre-approval is not a guarantee of mortgage financing. Jean-Guy Turcotte is a mortgage broker with Dominion Lending Centres - Regional Mortgage Group in Red Deer.

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ARE YOU EXPECTING A BABY SOON?

CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS

Welcome Wagon

has a special package just for you & your little one! For more information, Call Lori, 403-896-6100 welcomewagon.ca

All Visits are Free. No Obligation. Compliments of Local Businesses. Are you new to the neighbourhood? Expecting a Baby? Planning a Wedding? Call or visit us online! 1-844-299-2466 welcomewagon.ca

Employment Training

710

F/T In-home caregiver for 30 yr. old M. quad. Duties: cooking, housekeeping, laundry, personal care/grooming, mech. lifting. $16.10/hr. 44 hrs./wk. 403-986-2860 Looking for a place to live? Take a tour through the CLASSIFIEDS

Oilfield

BRIDGER Const. We do it all! Lic. & Ins. 403-302-8550

CONCRETE???

CLASSIFIEDS EASTER Hours & Deadlines OfÀce & Phones CLOSED Friday, April 14, 2017

Caregivers/ Aides

BLACK PEARL CONCRETE Removal & replace concrete work, garage pads, driveways, remove/delivery of soil/gravel, bobcat services. 403-352-7285

800

NEEDED Class 1 drivers must have 3 years experience in oilÀeld hauling Áuid hauling an asset. Must be able to pass D&A test! Clean abstract & tickets are needed. EMAIL: steve@haulinacid.com Call Steve @ 403-896-3644

900

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

USER-FRIENDLY ONLINE COUNSELLOR Training Course for the CertiÀcate of Mental Health Counselling and Therapy. Student Comments Available. Materials provided. $100 Tuition rebate www.ctihalifax.com

Advocate Opportunities CARRIERS NEEDED TO DELIVER FLYERS 2 DAYS A WEEK. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 403-314-4394

We’ll do it all...Free est. Call E.J. Construction Jim 403-358-8197

Eavestroughing

1130

VELOX EAVESTROUGH Cleaning & Repairs. Good rates. 403-340-9368

Financial

1170

CREDIT700.CA. $750 loans - or more. No credit check - same day deposit. Toll free number 1-855-527-4368. Open 7 days from 8 am to 8 pm.

Misc. Services

1290 Auctions 1530

COLLECTOR CAR CANADA BENEFIT AUCTION. 7th Annual GROUP - Attention Alberta Edmonton Motor Show residents: Do you suffer Collector Car Auction. from a disability? Get up April 21 - 23. Edmonton to $40,000 from the Expo Centre. Over 80,000 Canadian Government. Toll free 1-888-511-2250 spectators. Over 85% sold last year. Consign today. or www.canadabeneÀt.ca 1-888-296-0528 ext.102; /free-assessment. EGauctions.com. REACH OVER 1 Million Readers Weekly. Advertise Province Wide ClassiÀeds. EquipmentOnly $269 + GST (based Misc. on 25 words or less). Call now for details A-STEEL SHIPPING 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228; CONTAINERS. 20’, 40’ & www.awna.com. 53’. 40’ insulated reefers/freezers. ModiÀcations in ofÀces, Painters/ windows, doors, walls, as Decorators ofÀce, living work-shop, etc., 40’ Áatrack/bridge. JG PAINTING, 25 yrs. exp. 1-866-528-7108; Free Est. 403-872-8888 www.rtccontainer.com.

1620

1310

LAUREL TRUDGEON Residential Painting and Colour Consultations. 403-342-7801. TUSCANY PAINTING 403-598-2434

Roofing

1370

METAL ROOFING & SIDING. 37+ colours GET BACK on track! available at over 55 Bad credit? Bills? Distributors. 40 year Unemployed? Need warranty. 48 hour Express money? We lend! If you Service available at select own your own home supporting Distributors. you qualify. Pioneer Call 1-888-263-8254 Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420; QUALITY work at an www.pioneerwest.com. affordable price. Joe’s RooÀng. Re-rooÀng specialist. Fully insured. Insurance claims welcome. 10 yr. warranty on all work. 403-350-7602

Handyman Services

1200

YARD & lawn care, eaves trough cleaning, household repairs, deck, steps, fence repair & construction. Call Zone Maintenance: 403-505-3935

Health Care

1210

DISABILITY? ADHD? Do you have a DISABILITY? We can help you get up to $50,000 back from the Canadian Government. FOR DETAILS CALL US TODAY Toll-Free 1-888-875-4787 or Visit us at: disabilitygroupcanada.com.

Yard Care

1530

1 PARCEL OF PASTURE - Breton, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, April 26 in Edmonton. 161 +/- title acres. Suitable for recreation, ranching or building. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652. Brokerage: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate.

1260

3 QUARTERS OF FARMLAND - Boyle, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, April 26 in Edmonton. 480 +/- title acres. 180 +/- cultivated acres. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652. Brokerage: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate.

CRIMINAL RECORD? Why suffer employment/ licensing loss? Travel/ business opportunities? Be embarrassed? Think: Criminal Pardon. US entry waiver. Record purge. File destruction. Free consultation 1-800-347-2540.

AUCTION Thursday, April 20. Edmonton. Live & on-line bidding. Excavators, dozers, graders, transport trucks, trailers, heavy & light duty trucks, misc attachments & more! AeroAuctions.ca. 1-888-600-9005.

Legal Services

1660

1680

HARDY TREE, SHRUB, and berry seedlings delivered. Order online at www.treetime.ca or call 1-866-873-3846. New growth guaranteed.

Misc. for Sale

1760

INFANT car seat with base, made in 2014-2022, very clean, $30 obo. 403-341-4465

Misc. for Sale

1760

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

Travel Packages

1900

JOIN OUR 5th annual sightseeing tour to Germany, Austria, Czech, Slovakia and Iceland from November 16-29, 2017. Optional Hannover AgriTechnica farm trade show. website: azorcan.net

Wanted To Buy

1930

WANTED TO BUY: old lead batteries for recycling 403-396-8629

Grain, Feed Hay

2190

HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252.

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

RURAL WATER TREATMENT )RON &ILTERS s 3OFTENERS s 2EVERSE /SMOSIS Tell them Danny Hooper sent you

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1-800-BIG IRON (244-4766)

1430

SPRING LAWN CLEANUP Call Ken 403-304-0678

Auctions

Firewood

Garden Supplies

www.1800bigiron.com

MAJOR ANNUAL SPRING R.V. REPOSSESSED & CONSIGNMENT AUCTION SALE selling all manner of RVs: trailers, boats, quads, motorcycles and miscellaneous items

SATURDAY, 12345 MAY 6TH, 2017 Sale at 10:00 am VIEWING: FRIDAY MAY 5th, 2017 FROM 1:00 PM TO 4:00 PM

Call today for info on consigning your RV units

GARY HANNA AUCTIONS LTD.

11303 Yellowhead Trail NW, Edmonton • 780-440-1075

Check our Website for Photos & Listings @ www.auctions.ca

28TH ANNUAL SPRING EQUIPMENT CONSIGNMENT

AUCTION

Saturday, April 22, 2017 @ 9am Montgomery Auction Sales Centre

4 Miles South of Lacombe on Hwy 2A, 2 Miles East on Lakeside Sargent Road Selling Farm Dispersals, Tractors, Farm Machinery, Irrigation & Liquid Manure Equipment, 3pt Equipment, Skid Steer Attachments, Trucks, Vehicles, RV’s, RTV’s, Equipment & Enclosed Trailers, Collector Cars, Commercial Storage Canopies, C-Cans, Livestock Equipment, Lumber & Trusses, Lawn & Garden Equipment and Supplies, Trees, Automotive Equipment, Tools & Misc.

MONTGOMERY AUCTION SERVICES LTD.

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AVAIL. immed., 3 bdrm. house, newly reno’d, full bsmt, 2 bath, fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher, in Parkvale (downtown area). 4614 47 St. R.D. No pets, n.s. - Responsible person. 403-347-2943 IMMEDIATE possession newly reno’d 1/2 duplex, Normandeau, $1250 m.o., DD$900 + utilities. 403-342-6603 (After 5 p.m.)

Condos/ Townhouses

3030

3 BDRM. condo. 403-318-7597

LACOMBE, 3 bdrm., 1 1/2 bath, single garage, $1395. 403-782-7156, 403-357-7465

4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes

3050

$425. MO/D.D. incld’s everything. 403-342-1834 or 587-877-1883 after 2:30

Condos/ Townhouses

4040

+40 Maintenance Free ї Duplex, Low Condo Fees Double Att. Garage $459,900 Call Melissa For Info 403-318-5665

Acreages

4050

Businesses For Sale

GULF ISLAND FARM. 4 bedroom/3 bathrooms, 2 sunrooms, 2 car garage, 5 acres. Ocean view fully serviced Gabriola Island, BC. Orchard, horse stables, paddocks, riding ring. $850,000.; www.explorethemaples.ca.

4070

Farms/ Land

4140

FULLY EQUIPPED FAMILY RESTAURANT FOR LEASE IN LACOMBE. Please Contact: Lacombe Motor Inn 403-596-3450 E-mail: lacombemotorinn@ hotmail.com

5040

SUV's PRIVATELY OWNED pasture, hayland and grainland available in small 2007 Lincoln MKX and large blocks in 34,000 km, senior owned, Saskatchewan. Please white, beige int., exc. cond., contact Doug at no accident, n/s, $19,600 306-716-2671 OBO 403-347-5947 for further details.

4090

Manufactured Homes

LACOMBE private bdrm shared bath, kitchen & other facilities. $650 m.o 403-782-7156/403-357-7465

A day in the life of a Support Nurse at the Red Deer Primary Care Network includes: • Identifying patient panels with physicians and clinic staff and working with them on strategies and processes for routine screening • Collaborating with a team of RDPCN family physicians and other health care professionals to engage, encourage and support patient health

If you: are a Licensed Practical Nurse hold membership in good standing with CLPNA have experience with panel management are interested in full time work

Act now. APPLY Submit your curriculum vitae to hr@rdpcn.com or by fax to 403.342.9502 Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Open until April 12, 2017.

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the Red Deer Express is available online in full page, easy to read format.

The successful candidate should have: Knowledge of the Glazing business. Enthusiasm to take on the challenge of maintaining quality standards, developing employees and serving the general public Sales training and/or business management education or experience an asset Employees of AWG will receive a highly attractive salary to be negotiated with the successful candidate, PLUS the following outstanding benefits: • Possible Equity in the company • Full Health Plan Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) • Company Vehicle • Company cell phone • Paid training costs, seminar attendance and course enrollment • Profit sharing • 3 weeks vacation (negotiable) to start • Relocation Assistance Please forward resume in confidence to: Curtis Ankerstein, Regional Manager (AB) All-West Northern Glass 9606-108 Street Grande Prairie, AB Phone: 780-532-4711 Fax: 780-539-0252 E-mail: curtisa@all-west.ca www.all-westglass.com

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DAYS A WEEK

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RETAIL GLASS MANAGER

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established full service glass business. All-West Glass is a privately owned, familyoriented company that has been serving Northerners for over 40 years. We have a Management position available in Chetwynd, British Columbia.

24 7 HOURS A DAY

Our Support Nurses are excited about being part of an innovative organization that puts patients first. Continuous quality improvement is in our DNA.

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LACOMBE 1 bdrm. suite $795 close to all amenities 403-782-7156/403-357-7465

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CAREERS • Prevention and health promotion through routine screening according to guidelines

WE ARE “Your Total Rural Housing Solution” - It’s time to let go & clear out Vehicles our Inventory. Save on your Modular/ Wanted Manufactured Home. To Buy Visit: www.Grandview FREE Removal of modular.com or unwanted vehicles. www.Unitedhomes 403-396-8629 canada.com.

2 BDRM., no pets, $850. mo. 403-343-6609

Suites

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40+ ADULT CONDO, on 4th Áoor, located in Sierras of Taylor Drive. 1 bdrm., one den, 2 bath., covered deck. Many advantages with condo fees. Asking $310,000. Private Sale, no realtors. Contact Gerda @ 403-314-9035

4090

Manufactured Homes

2017 Readers’ Choice Awards

3 BDRM. townhouse in Red Deer for rent or rent to own. 403-887-4670 or 403 350-6194

3090

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Red Deer Express

Read to Win!

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Below are five phone numbers that appear inside our clients’ ads in this week’s Express (includes Special Features & Supplements) Simply match the phone number to the business, fill out the contest form and drop it off at the Express office prior to draw deadline listed. Note: Express office is closed between noon and 1pm daily. Sundays at 9am, 11am and 6pm 403-392-4202 Children’s _______________________________ programs weekly for infants to grade 10 403-986-6820 ________________________________ Street & Hwy 2, Red Deer County 403-347-642532 ________________________________ 403-347-6425 403-596-1958 ________________________________ www.CrossRoadsChurch.ca AFFILIATED WITH THE EVANGELICAL MISSIONARY CHURCH OF CANADA 403-346-5577 ________________________________

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