Meridian Source - December 13, 2018

Thursday, December 13, 2018

VOLUME 1 I ISSUE 24

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CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN

... only 12 more days to go!

Videre by Jason Whiting Downtown Lloydminster came alive on Saturday for one of Border City youth’s favourite events of the year, Here Comes Santa Clause Day, which celebrated 11 years of excitement this year.

With events spread out across the downtown core such as visits from Santa and the Grinch, hotdogs roasted by members of the Lloydminster Fire Department or gingerbread house making at The Olive Tree, it was another successful day that wrapped up with fireworks and the weather was fully cooperative.

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Border City to see yellow vest rally

TAYLOR WEAVER

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Some Albertans are fed up with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the economic waves he’s been creating in the province since taking office in October 2015, and they’re starting to take a stand.

Last week protesters dawning yellow vests and homemade signs took to the streets in Edmonton and Calgary to make a stand on issues such as the United Nations’ migration pact, carbon tax, and decisions surrounding pipelines, something that hits very close to home in the Border City.

These rallies, rooted in France, are expected to take place in Lloydminster this Saturday at 11 a.m. in front of City Hall, as well as across neighbouring provinces.

“Locally we’ve got an awful lot of unemployed people in Lloydminster and surrounding areas,” said Border City resident and rally organizer Charlie Boe Medlicott on Tuesday.

“What Justin Trudeau has done regarding our pipelines and regarding Albertans in general is disgraceful. People are fed up and they’re tired of losing their jobs, their homes, their money,

their minds … everything is falling apart and he’s not doing anything to help us out.

“We need change in our country. There are rallies being held all over Alberta on Dec. 15.

There have been rallies in Brit ish Colombia, and they’re starting to go nation wide.”

Medlicott explained the Lloydminster rally will take place on the corner of Hwy. 16 and Hwy. 17 in front of city hall and that she is also expecting supporters from smaller surrounding communities.

“I’m watching my friends lose everything. Young people are being forced to move back into their parent’s homes … people can’t afford to raise their children and are losing their apartments because they’re losing their jobs,” she said.

“Oil is in the tank and that impacts everyone because we are an oil town, always have been, always will be.

“Oil prices affect

everything because it doesn’t matter if you own a restaurant, a grocery store, if you have a clothing store, it’s all combined into one big global mess and Justin Trudeau is selling us out and everybody is fed up with it.”

With her Facebook post spreading like wildfire, Medlicott said she is hoping to see a large turnout for Saturday’s rally to help get Alberta’s message back to Ottawa.

“I would like to see a couple hundred people at least, but at the end of the day if people want to see change happen in this country they’re going to have to stand up and make it happen,” she said. “God helps those who help themselves.”

“I think the people of Canada, not just Alberta, need to stand together and find a way to have Trudeau removed.”

For more information visit the Yellow Vests Canada Facebook page

City to get status update on SRO program TAYLOR WEAVER

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S i nc e t h e p r o j e c t ’ s inception in September Student Resource Officers (SRO) have been doing their best to have a positive impact on the lives of young Border City residents.

What started out as a partnership between the City of Lloydminster and the Lloydminster Catholic and Public School Divisions, the SRO has grown into a way for members of the RCMP to build positive relationships with students while providing

early intervention and unsafe situations from developing in the school environment.

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You can’t put a cost on it.

The Monday Dec. 17 meeting of city council will provide members with an update as the program is over a third of the way through the year with Const.

Grant Kirzinger working with the LPSD and

Const. Michael Hagel with the LCSD. “I think there were questions asked earlier on by council when we looked at this from a budgetary perspective and there’s always hesitation about spending additional monies but I think this clearly indicates it was money well spent when y ou hear the stories of our SRO officers in schools about the impact they’re having, the relationships they’re building, and hopefully the lives they’re changing,” said Mayor Gerald Aalbers

following Monday’s GPC meeting.

“You can’t put a cost on it. It’s to the greater value than the SRO officers I believe because we know the cost to have an RCMP officer deal with crime and the process and the cost to the community ... if we can turn someone that’s having challenges and help them stay out of jail or help their family situation, or social costs we would incur if they weren’t there, I think it’s money well spent.

That’s really what it comes down to.”

or search Yellow Vest on What’s Happening

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City looking into DMAF TAYLOR WEAVER

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Look for the NINE LADIES DANCING & TEN LORDS A LEAPING in today’s paper for the 12 Days of Christmas Contest.

After months of planning and research the City of Lloydminster will be looking into moving forward with an application for the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund (DMAF) at Monday’s upcoming council meeting.

Originally launched by the federal government in May, the DMAF invites cities to apply for funding to assist in protection projects when it comes to floods, storms, erosion, earthquakes, wildfires etc.

The City of Lloydminster submitted interest in the program and on Oct. 12 was invited to submit a full application for funding due Jan. 11, 2019.

After reviewing the city’s Stormwater Masterplan a total of nine system improvement projects were identified with two already

File Photo underway.

Projects include: - Northwest Drainage Channel — Currently underway and not included in application - East Drainage Channel — Currently underway and not included in application - Hill Industrial - West Lloydminster/ Central Business District - Larsen Grove - Colonial Park/ Southridge - Wallacefield - Steele Heights - College Park One complexity of the

DMAF funding is it’s up to 40 per cent but no city is guaranteed 40 per cent.

As explained by Mayor Gerald Aalbers, flooding is more of a concern here in the Border City when compared to other disasters.

“I think that one of the challenges we have when we apply for federal grant funding, and we’ve got experience with that right now on the wastewater treatment plant, and in this case the grant was up to 40 per cent, so that

leaves us holding the proverbial cat and saying ‘OK how much are you going to come to it with,’” said the mayor.

“This one is really tough because if they come back and say ‘we’re only going to give you five per cent’ and we commit to a $20 million project that’s great and the federal government’s contributing five per cent, but then the tax payers will pick up the rest of it.”

More information will be published as it becomes available.

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Green students Sri Lanka bound

Geoff Lee Meridian Source

Lakeland College applied science degree students in environmental management Cayden Spady, Quinn Hlus and Tamara Lindstrom took their turn last week selling cash raffle tickets at Sobeys to help raise a portion of a class study trip to Sri Lanka in February. The tickets will be drawn today for $1,000, $500 and 10 $50 prizes.

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It’s been Sri Lanka or bust since September for applied science degree students in environmental management studies at Lakeland College in Vermilion.

The class hopes to wrap up the bulk of fall fundraising for the upcoming study trip today with a cash raffle ticket draw for $1,000, $500 and 10 prizes of $50 for lucky supporters.

Students Cayden Spady, Quinn Hlus and Tamara Lindstrom took their turn selling tickets at Sobeys last week while chatting about the 10-day trip Feb. 15-25 to study environmental impacts in Sri Lanka.

“There are two dams in Sri Lanka that disperse water to the entire country, so we’re going to take a look at that and study how that works,” said Hlus.

“Other than that we are doing a few more things to understand their environmental practices and kind of compare them to the ones that we have here in Alberta.”

Specifically, students will evaluate the environmental impact of the Accelerated Mahaweli Development Scheme of phased hydroelectric

dams and reservoirs.

Their studies will focus on issues such as soil erosion within the ecosystem and national parks and the social impacts of the development.

The tour will also provide plenty of opportunities for plain old fun.

“We are going on a safari; I’m very excited,” said Hlus who did her diploma in conservation and reclamation.

The trip may help her decide on either a career in oil and gas reclamation or an agricultural based environmental job.

“It’s going to be a good experience to put on my resume being aware of other practises in other countries and having that experience is really valuable,” said Hlus.

Students will also be participating in a joint research activity with the Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Jayewardenepura to discuss environmental management issues in both Canada and Sri Lanka.

The itinerary includes trips to places like Galle, Dambulla, and Habarana, the Sinharaja rain forests and Peradeniya University in Colombo.

Students will also tour the famous Tha-

walanthenna Temple and the 5th century Sigiriya Rock Fortress that Lindstrom can’t wait to explore.

“That rock it’s going to be awesome to hike; I love to go places; I love to go and explore,” she said.

Lindstrom has sampled life and the environment before in Hawaii, Mexico and Cuba with her family but never in Sri Lanka.

“I’m more excited to eat fresh fruit than anything,” she said about the island nation off the coast of India.

Ironically, her upcoming experience in Sri Lanka could help her land a career job in Lloydminster where she feels most at home.

“I’ve gotten a real connection and this feels like home. An environmental job in Lloyd would be the ultimate goal,” said Lindstrom.

The Sri Lankan schedule is coordinated

by Mal Dissanayake, dean of environmental sciences who has family ties in Sri Lanka where he’s offered to take students the last few years.

“It was an opportunity proposed to us; the majority of us wanted to go so we made it happen,” said Hlus.

“We had to pay $1,700 each to cover our flight; other than

that I believe the trip will cost $20-30,000 on top of flight costs.”

The cash raffle will bring in $8,000 if all tickets sell to add to about $3,400 raised in a recent steak dinner at Canadian Brewhouse in Lloydminster.

Lindstrom says it’s great of Sobeys to allow them to sell the raffle tickets for the studies part of their trip in the store where so many people shop.

“Sobeys is so community minded, so to allow us to do this is great,” she said with a nod from Spady.

Spady says he did some research on Sri Lanka and joked that he assumes it will be a little warmer than it is Canada.

“There’s not going to be any snow there so it should be a pretty interesting trip,” he said, with the exception being snakes.

“I don’t really like snakes,” he said adding he hopes to keep his learning focus on the dams and the local culture.

Spady took his diploma at Olds College before transferring to Lakeland to earn his degree.

He eventually hopes to land a career in the oilfield and do land reclamation and reclaim old oilfield sites.

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Here comes Santa Claus!

Taylor Weaver Meridian Source

The 11th Annual Here Comes Santa Claus Day took over downtown Lloydminster this past Saturday as the Border City gets ready for the Christmas season.

Lloyd tops in land sales MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF

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The Lloydminster area of Saskatchewan stole the spotlight in the December public offering of Crown petroleum and natural gas rights.

The Dec. 4 sale generated $20.1 million in revenue for the Province, the most for a single sale since June 2017 with most of the revenue generated in the St. Walburg and Wilkie areas.

Three exploration licences surrounding the Town of Wilkie were purchased for about $13,533,909.

Two of those licences were purchased by BASM Land & Resources Ltd. with a third purchased by NRG LandSolutions Inc.

The total bonus received in the Lloydminster area was about $15,535,790, an average of $1,012.83/hectare.

The top bidder in the area was BASM Land & Resources Ltd., who spent more than $1,032,256 to acquire seven lease parcels and about $11,225,264 to acquire two exploration licences.

The highest bonus bid for a parcel in the province was approximately $9,126,103 for 5,568.5 ha.

This parcel is located east of Wilkie and was purchased by BASM Land & Resources Ltd. The top dollar per hectare in this public offering was $5,036.780/ha for a 64.750-ha parcel located

north of St. Walburg. This parcel was also purchased by BASM Land & Resources Ltd. and is prospective for oil in the Mannville Group.

The top price paid for a single lease in the Lloyd area was approximately $529,366, paid by Vertex Professional Services Ltd. for a 129.5-ha parcel situated 20 kilometres north of the Spruce Lake North Colony Oil Pool, 17 kilometres north of St Walburg.

The latest sale is the fifth of six public offerings scheduled throughout the fiscal year, with the 2018-19 revenue total now at $47.3 million.

The scheduled date for the next and final offering for the fiscal year will be Feb. 5.

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Howell wears oil PR cap at Rotary

Geoff Lee Meridian Source

Darrel Howell updated an old presentation to promote the need for a positive public relations image of Alberta’s heavy oil industry to counteract misleading perceptions projected by interest groups.

GEOFF LEE

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Darrel Howell did his part to tip the public relations scale in favour of Alberta’s oil industry during a presentation for the Rotary Club of Lloydminster.

Howell is the chair of the Lloydminster Region Health Foundation board of directors and a 40-year veteran of the heavy oil industry who worked for compa-

nies such as Syncrude, the Lloydminster Husky Upgrader and Canadian Natural Resources.

He spoke Monday about the need to counter misleading perceptions of the industry such as the idea that pipelines are dangerous.

“I felt for a number of years that we are not doing enough to promote our oil industry.

At one time I thought it’s not that serious, but

the last two years have indicated how serious it is,” said Howell.

He says there are so many people out of work because of really bad public relations.

“We’ve got a wonderful industry, most environmentally responsible in the world in my opinion, and we need to get that message out there.”

The province’s heavy oil sector has been hit hard by steep discounts on Canadian crude due to lack of new pipelines to ship oil to tidewater ports.

Alberta Premier Rachel Notley has announced a temporary 8.7 per cent oil production cut, or decrease of 325,000 barrels a day, starting Jan. 1 to cut the glut of oil in storage.

Howell thinks lasting change and a positive PR shift will come about if Albertans elect the United Conservative Party in 2019 and its leader Jason Kenney.

He thinks Kenney will be able to apply the economic and political pressure needed to get new pipelines built that Notley hasn’t been able to.

“He also has some very good plans to promote the oil industry, but also to counteract negative things that come out about the oil industry in the media to take a stance on things,” said Howell.

Howell thinks misinformation by special interest groups is a well managed campaign with money primarily that’s come in from the U.S. into Canada.

“A lot of groups have used the funds to campaign against the industry,” he said.

He notes there is no logic to it and the industry needs to get the point across the industry in Canada is one of the most responsible in the world.

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One man thanks 100 Men

Geoff Lee Meridian Source

Tyler Lorenz program director of Residents in Recovery is thrilled the 100 Men charity choose to donate more than $4,000 towards the cost of renovations for their office at 4804-50 Ave. GEOFF LEE

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Tyler Lorenz, program developer for Residents in Recovery, thinks the number of clients they have helped to recover from addiction earned them a donation from the 100 Men Lloydminster charity.

The 100 Men group chose to donate more than $4,100 to Residents in Recovery over Furbabies Forever after hearing presentations from both non-profits at the Hampton Inn and

Suites on Dec. 4.

“It was great. Furbabies did an amazing presentation, so I was a little nervous,” said Lorenz.

“We’re really helping a lot of people and it’s great to see that the community is behind us.”

The deciding point may have been the knowledge Residents in Recovery has helped over 50 individuals since they opened their doors on Sept. 4 and see walk-ins on a daily basis.

Programs offered include pre and post treatment Sober Living, Daily Life Skills programs as well as education on combating addictions.

“I gave some numbers on the number of people we’ve helped so far; I think it just resonates with people that we are actually making a difference in the community,” said Lorenz.

The funds donated will include additional dollars to be collected from 100 Men members who could not attend but want to contribute.

The money will go towards renovations at the facility located at 4804-50 Ave. Additional money has been donated by 100 Women Who Care Lloydminster area chapter to help create new spaces including a larger boardroom in the back.

“We can use the money from the 100 Men to expand our lunch room and serve

hot meals here for anyone in the program,” said Lorenz.

Residents in Recovery helps individuals and families that have loved ones in addiction and supports them through either daily programming or sober living programs.

“A lot of what we do is navigational support getting individuals appointments, doing treatment plans and getting them into treatment or detox; that’s where a lot of our work here happens,” said Lorenz.

Looking ahead, Lorenz says his organization has some expansion plans in mind for 2019 including securing a Sober Living house for women.

We have a long waiting list of females in the community that are looking for our support,” he said.

He’d also like to see another Sober Living house for men that’s

kind of transitional.

Lorenz says it’s a house for guys who are coming out of jail or detox or have completed the treatment to have a healthy environment to start recovery or to continue their recovery.

“It’s a place for them to stay between after they finish detox and before they get into treatment so it bridges that continual care gap.

They can stay there for up to a year after treatment,” he said.

The December meeting of 100 Men was their 15th since the chapter was formed from the idea they would give all of their available money to just one of the non-profits requesting funds at each session.

Taryn Black, the adoption manager/ foster co-ordinator of Furbabies Furever Homes, a rescue and adoption agency for dogs, requested a donation to purchase addi-

tional storage.

She noted the number of adoptions has been increasing yearly from 36 in 2012 to 187 in 2017 and 214 to date in 2018.

In other news, the Blackfoot Fire Department reported they used their $4,500 donation from the 100 Men Sept. 11 meeting to buy a truck.

The vehicle will be outfitted with a service body to carry tools and equipment they will need to handle emergency calls.

The Lloyd 100 Men group has donated a total of $92,200 to groups who do great service to the community.

Some of the previous recipients include Big Brothers Big Sisters, Lloydminster HandiVan Society (renamed Border City Connects), Lloydminster Community Youth Centre, Mount Joy Snow Resort and the Lloyd Rescue Squad.

Rider Express bus tickets to go GEOFF LEE

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Rider Express Transportation is now providing passenger pickup service in Lloydminster with fast food on site.

Lloydminster travellers can purchase a bus ticket to head east or west on Hwy 16 from the Tim Hortons parking lot at 5401-44th Street adjacent to Safeway.

A bus to Saskatoon and Regina and another bus to Edmonton will pull into the lot at 1:15 p.m. daily except Saturdays on a new service by Rider Express.

The Regina-based company, owned by Firat Uray launched the Hwy 16 routes including stops in North Battleford and Vermilion

on Nov. 19.

“It’s going really good; we are running two vans with the one van leaving Edmonton at 10:30 a.m. and the other leaving Saskatoon at 11:30 a.m.,” said Uray.

The two wheelchairaccessible vans meet at the same time to enable the drivers to switch vehicles.

The company is currently operating with 14-passenger vans with plans to provide a full size coach as ridership picks up.

“We are putting this 55-foot bus on in the summer,” said Uray.

The Hwy 16 service began the same day that rival KCTI Travels from Saskatoon started their Saskatoon to Edmonton schedule,

but competition doesn’t scare Uray.

“What is different with ours – Rider Express is an experienced bus company I can say and we’ve been operating for a long time,” he said.

Uray started Rider Express initially between Regina and Saskatoon after the government put the brakes on its Saskatchewan Transportation Company on May 31, 2017.

“Most of the province knows about Rider Express right now. It’s competition. When we started this route we had five companies started with us, but we are the only one right now from Regina to Saskatoon,” said Uray.

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left by the recent closure of Greyhound.

The company also provides coach service along the Edmonton to Calgary highway corridor with connections to Vancouver and other destinations in British Columbia.

Rider Express is also selling one-way tickets for the Lloydminster to Edmonton or Lloydminster to Saskatoon trip for $50 each along with parcel delivery.

Lloydminster passengers can buy an online ticket or they can call Rider Express toll free at 1-833-583-3636 or alternately call 306309-3636 or go online at Riderexpress.ca.

Passengers in Lloydminster can also pay when they board the bus at Tim Hortons.

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Leave it to Weaver Are we getting too soft or am I being insensitive EDITOR Taylor Weaver

Now if it’s just me and I come off as a complete insensitive jerk, please let me know, but at this point it’s getting a little hard to ignore all of the craziness being found on the Internet when it comes to people feeling’s getting hurt ...

If you keep up with my columns you may have noticed a pattern ... there can be a positive spin to basically any and every situation, right?

Although I do believe this is the case because it takes more muscles in your face to frown than smile, there has to come a point where you stop and say ‘really, that really offends you or upsets you in some way?’

At this point it’s almost hard for me to come up with examples of such cases due to the

fact I’m reading about a new “situation” on a daily basis.

But for those playing at home, here we go: - a sign outside a business near a school read “This is not a drop off zone. Children left here will be eaten. I discussed this case with some friends over the weekend (one of whom is a teacher) and there were more laughs in the room than looks of shock.

- the Grinch principal in Nebraska who banned everything Christmas at her school, including items like candy canes explaining “the shape of J is for Jesus. The red is for the blood of Christ, and the white is a symbol of his resurrection. You might be going a little too literal with this one there teach, but hey, it got you some administrative leave.

- watching the CEO of Google have to explain to Congress how the search engine works and why Trump comes

up in searches for “idiot” was just comical really ... and now with the story out there that search result isn’t going anywhere fast.

- OK now to the Christmas stuff ... there are too many to name, let’s be honest here and it’s wayyyy to easy to list them.

What isn’t considered offensive now, really?

Pretty soon Frosty will be banned because someone will figure out he hasn’t been wearing pants and smoking a pipe around children since 1969.

But hey, at least that insane Irish woman who married the 300-year-old ghost of a Haitian pirate earlier this year is back on the market after the couple split. Maybe it didn’t work out because he could never find his wallet on date night or just wasn’t there enough?

Shiver me Tinder!

All that said, I’m off to Ireland!

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Leeway from Lloyd: Carbon taxes a riot STAFF WRITER GEOFF LEE

Nobody likes to be told they are part of the problem. That might help explain why there is so much emotional volatility over carbon taxes on consumers.

Yellow vested protesters in France rioted recently over a scheduled rise in diesel and gas fuel taxes in that country in 2019 causing the government to cancel the increase.

There is also a yellow vest protest schedule this Saturday morning in Lloydminster over the economy and politics that are hurting Albertans in the pocketbook.

Carbon taxes are supposed to gradually reduce our reliance on fossil fuel-guzzling cars and curb the effects of man-made climate change.

I think what makes people mad about a carbon tax is that they see it as directly hurting their pocketbook with no evidence it is helping the environment or creating jobs.

Getting a tax credit once a year doesn’t help either, since most people budget weekly or monthly.

Personally, it would make more sense to give me a gas voucher so I can afford to drive to work with taxation already being the biggest portion of the price of a litre of gas.

The biggest bone of contention is that taxation seems to be the only solution governments come up with to balance their own budgets for whatever program they initiate while not caring about ours.

I want a green planet too, but where is my green car and green fuel?

Putting a carbon tax on fuel seems like punishment for a transportation solution not available to the masses or folks on low incomes.

Other than park my car, I can’t really do much to cut emissions, until I have an alternative nonpolluting source of fuel to drive my car.

The government needs to help create a demand for electric vehicles with tax incentives until these vehicles become the major part of the market.

They also need to intensify emissions reduction targets on car manufacturers of gas and diesel vehicles.

If there is a good side to a carbon tax, it’s that just about every government that implements one is in danger of not being reelected. I might need to buy a yellow vest to be protest ready sooner than I thought!

Through the reader’s lens

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS The Meridian Source Calendar of Events is a free service provided for non-profit organizations located within our coverage area. All events are in chronological order, as space permits and at the editor’s discretion.

EVERY TUESDAY — VOLLEYBALL Drop in volleyball from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Takes place at the Servus Sports Centre and everyone is welcome, noncompetitive and no experience is necessary. Come for fun and exercise and meet some great people.

EVERY TUESDAY — ADAPTED YOGA From 10 – 11 a.m. at the Community Service Centre. For more information please contact AnnDee at 780-871-0513.

EVERY TUESDAY — DIABETES 102 The new schedule for PNRHA Diabetes Education Classes is ready! Everyone starts with Diabetes 101 and then follows up with Diabetes 102 (people on diabetes pills) or Diabete s 103 (p e o p l e on insulin). All classes are scheduled on a Tuesday morning from 8:15 a.m. to noon. Please contact Nancy Johnston at 306-820-6096 or Helen Rogers at 306-820-6291 to pre-register.

EVERY TUESDAY — SENIORS MEET The Lloydminster Concerned Citizens for Seniors Care Society meets at the Legacy Centre from noon - 1:30 p.m. Lunch is available for $8. Please reserve before Tuesday morning at 780-

Passport to YLL

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875-4584. Everyone welcome.

EVERY TUESDAY – DIABETES CLINICS The new schedule is out for Diabetes Education Classes with Saskatchewan Health Authority. Everyone starts with Diabetes 101 and follows up with Diabetes 102 and 103. All classes are scheduled on a Tuesday morning from 8:15 a.m. until noon.

To register call Janis at 306-820-4887.

EVERY WEDNESDAY — CRAFTERNOON Join Midwest Family Connections at the lower level of Prairie North Plaza and bring your budding artist to explore and create with materials in the craft centre.

EVERY TUESDAY & SATURDAY — FARMER’S MARKET Downtown Farmer’s Market at the Fred North Community Centre (5002 51 Avenue, Lloydminster) from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Tues) 10 a.m. 4 p.m. (Sat) We’re on Facebook.

DEC. 13–OPEN HOUSE

The Thorpe Recovery Centre, located at 21060 Tranquility Way, Blackfoot Alberta, is hosting an open house on Dec. 13 from 2-4 p.m. that will include coffee, tea, tours, treats, fellowship and a door prize. Everyone is welcome to come out and see what’s new.

To place an event, email taylor@meridiansource.ca or fax 306-825-5147

DEC. 14 – SOCIAL DANCE

There will be a social dance at the Legacy Centre on Dec. 14 from 7:30-10:30 p.m. at a cost of $12 for adults and $5 for teens. Lunch is provided and the band is Barb” Wire Live.

DEC. 15 – CHRISTMAS BAKE SALE

There will be a Christmas Bake Sale at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 5120 - 54A St, on Saturday, Dec. 1 5 f r o m 1 0 a .m . t o 2 p.m. with Peroghies, Cabbage Rolls, Baked Goods. Hot Lunch Available.

DEC. 16 – MOOSE BREAKFAST

There will be a Moose Breakfast at 5213 - 57 Street, Lloydminster, Alberta, on Sunday Dec. 16 from 8:30-11 a.m. at a cost of $8 per plate.

Come and enjoy a good breakfast prepared by the men of the Loyal Order of Moose.

DEC. 17 – GENERAL MEETING

The Lloydminster Senior Citizens Society is hosting a general meeting at the Legacy Centre on Dec. 17 at 10:30 a.m. in the boardroom. All members are encouraged to attend. Call Legacy office for more details at 780-875-4584.

DEC. 19 – FREE PUBLIC EDUCATION CLINIC

FREE Public Education Presentations by Community Legal Clinic, 4419-52 Avenue, Lloydminster on December

Teresa Larre Photo 19, February 21, April 18, June 20, September 19 and November 21, 2019. Call 1-587-7890727 for eligibility and bookings. Watch our Facebook page for more details.

DEC. 20 – WHIST TOURNEY The Legacy Centre is hosting a Whist Tournament on Dec. 20 with play starting at 10 a.m. It’s $10 play and $10 for lunch. Call the Legacy Centre for more info 780-875-4584.

DEC. 21 –MY CITY CHRISTMAS Join us for a free community WHOBILATION!! MyVictory presents a “Grinchmas” experience.

Come tour Whoville and maybe even meet the “Mean One” himself. Enjoy a feast o f G ri n c h g o o d i e s , cotton candy and hot chocolate, with Grinch Games for the whole family. As well there will be WhoMusic and a brief message of Christmas cheer! Gather your little “Whos” and get ready to sing, sing, sing! Tickets and more information available at https:// mycity.christmas/

lloydminster-tickets/ DEC. 21 – CHRISTMAS PUBNIGHT

Christmas Public night is being held at the Legacy Centre on Dec. 21. Doors open and dancin’ at 5 p.m. with supper at 6 p.m. then dance the evening away to the tunes of “Melody Lane.” Cost of admission is $15/person at the door. All members and guests welcome.

Call the Legacy office at 780-875-4584 for more information.

JAN. 8 – CHILDREN’S GRIEF SUPPORT

Walking Through Grief Society is offering children’s grief support, Hope After LossAudra’s Legacy. Sessions for 10 weeks will begin Jan. 8 Lloydminster, Mid West Family Connections Tuesday 6:30-8 p.m. and Vermilion Monday 6:30-8 p.m. or Tues. 4-5:30 at J.R Robson school. Pre Registration necessary.

Registration deadline Dec. 14. Registration cost $20. individual or family subsidy available. To register contact 780-846-2576 or 780871-1750

JAN. 9 – FUN WITH NUMBERS

Lloydminster Learn-

ing Council will be offering Fun With Numbers, Jan 9 - Feb 13, 2019, Families come together once a week for 6 weeks. A program for parents/caregivers of children (4-6 years) which uses stories, games and rhymes to develop numeracy skills in a fun and meaningful way. Free Call 780875-5763 to register for classes.

JAN. 17 – FREE LEGAL CLINIC

FREE Legal Advice Clinics by Community Legal Clinic, 441952 Avenue, Lloydminster, January 17, March 21, May 16, July 18, August 15, October 17 and December 19, 2019.

Call 1-587-789-0727 for eligibility and bookings.

Watc h o u r Fac e bo o k page for more details.

DEC. 31 – NEW YEARS AT THE LEGACY

New Years Eve Dance at the Legacy Centre on Dec. 31. Doors open and cocktails at 7:30 p.m. with dancin’ to start at 8 p.m. Band is “Memory Lane.” Lunch served a t 10:30 p .m. D a nc e into 2019 at midnight ... ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY PLEASE! Cost is $35/person ... purchase tickets early as we sell out fast for this event! Call Legacy office for more info at 780-875-4584

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Small businesses face 2019 tax hikes

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It may not be a very

happy new year ahead for small businesses in the Border City that

face a host of new taxes starting in January.

The new taxes include Canada Pension increases, new passive investment rules and an expected federal carbon tax in several provinces including Saskatchewan.

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) asked finance ministers who met in Ottawa on Monday to delay CPP expansion, federal carbon taxes and reject changes to passive investment rules.

“We’re on the precipice of an affordability crisis for small businesses,” said CFIB president Dan Kelly in a news release.

“In fact, 84 per cent of small businesses in the four affected provinces say they can’t afford the federal carbon tax announced last month on top of the CPP increases starting on Jan. 1, 2019.

“This is on top of the incoming passive

investment rules that will make it harder for small business owners to save for retirement, economic uncertainty or upgrades to their equipment.”

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We’re on the precipice of an affordability crisis for small businesses.

CFIB said encouraged by a letter released Sunday in which the Ontario and Saskatchewan governments called on the federal government to reconsider these initiatives and study the impact on small and independent businesses.

CFIB reminds Canadians of the following tax changes: CPP premiums will rise for five years for all Canadians starting Jan.1 and seven years for those earning over $56,000.

This will reduce an employee’s take home pay by up to $1,050 per year when fully phased in, and reduce the payroll budget of every employer.

Federal carbon taxes will begin to hit taxpayers in Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario and New Brunswick starting in the spring of 2019, rising each year for an additional three years.

Alberta carbon taxes will remain at $30 per tonne until 2021.

That’s when carbon prices will track with expected federal taxes and move to $40 per tonne.

On top of higher taxes in 2018 for many family businesses due to new income sprinkling rules, small businesses with passive investment income above $50,000 per year will pay significantly higher corporate taxes starting in 2019.

Passive income is

earnings derived from a rental property, limited partnership or other enterprise in which a person is not actively involved.

“While CFIB supports the federal government’s decisions to introduce accelerated depreciation, drop the small business tax rate to nine per cent and reduce EI premiums, the tax increases will eclipse any savings for most firms,” Kelly noted.

“Small businesses need a break. CFIB is calling on other provinces to join Ontario and Saskatchewan in calling on the federal government to reconsider the increase in CPP premiums set to begin in a few weeks.”

CFIB is also calling on all provinces to follow Ontario’s lead and the electoral commitment of the New Brunswick government by rejecting the new federal passive investment rules.

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Lloyd’s latest jobless rate steady

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Lloydminster’s unemployment rate fell to 6.9 per cent3 in November in sync with the lowest national jobless rate of 5.6 per cent in the past 40 years.

The Statistics Canada Labour Force Survey for November released Dec. 7 noted Canada’s

unemployment rate is the lowest since comparable data became available in 1976.

In the 12 months to November, employment grew by 219,000 or 1.2 per cent, reflecting gains in full-time work (+227,000) or +1.5 per cent).

Employment increased in six provinces, led by

to November, employment in Alberta rose by 59,000 (+2.6 per cent).

In the Camrose Drumheller region, which includes Lloydminster, unemployment fell from 7.0 per cent to 6.9 per cent year over year to November.

Employment in the region declined from 61.9 per cent to 61.8 per cent in the 12 month period.

There were 5,500 more employed people in Saskatchewan year over year in November.

File Photo The provincial unemployment rate declined Quebec and Alberta, and b y 0 . 7 p e r c e n t a g e was little changed in the points to 5.5 per cent, the second decrease in four Atlantic provinces.

In Alberta employ- three months.

Compared with ment grew by 24,000 in November, boosted N o v e m b e r 2 0 1 7 , by gains in full-time e m p l o y m e n t g r e w by 15,000 (+2.7 per work.

A t t h e s a m e t i m e , cent).

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jobs in November was 10,400, an increase

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of 7,500 (+266 per cent) from 12 months earlier.

CARING for our COMMUNITY The Olive Tree Community Centre is a charitable organization located in Lloydminster. We aim to reconnect isolated people and families to communities of support by providing services in the areas of homelessness, hunger relief and education.

We offer food-focused services and are able to serve anyone in the community that is in need of support. We are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, single parents and seniors.

Our Free Community Meals program runs from 5-6pm on Monday, Wednesday and Friday nights. Free transportation is available and can be booked on the same day by calling (780) 205-1666 before 3pm.

For up to date information on our programs, volunteer forms or donation information be sure to visit our website

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Proud Members of Food Banks Canada and Food Banks Alberta (780) 870-1060 5002-51 Avenue, Lloydminster AB T9V 0Y3 facebook.com/TheOliveTreeLloyd theolivetreelloyd@gmail.com

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Winter weights are n o w i n e ffe c t o n RM of Wilton municipal roads.

The weight limits, approximately equal to

the provincial winter weight limit, came into effect on Friday and will remain in effect unless posted otherwise.

The limits include the following restrictions: - Travel on roads

with permanent weight restrictions is still permit t ed at t he post ed limit, unless a Letter of Permission is obtained from the NWMS permit office.

- Tri Steer permits are available by special permission only. Please call NWMS permit office for more information.

- Please be aware that steer axle weight will be part of GVW for penalty purposes.

Visit www.nwroad-

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daily updates or call the RM at 306-387-6800

from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays.

The positives on oil public relations FROM PAGE 7

Howell is an engineer who says technical people like him don’t think very much about public perception while acknowledging the oil industry is run by technical people.

“You’re not thinking about our image in the press—also my profession and my industry are very under repre-

sented in politics,” he said.

Howell says that was one of the reasons he ran for the UCP nomination in the Lloydminster-Vermilion-Wainwright riding that went to Garth Rowswell in vote on Nov. 28.

“We kind of take it for granted that all these things are going to work out and I think

the last few years have proven they don’t work out. You have to get involved,” he said.

Howell thinks he was preaching to the choir at Rotary, but he hoped his presentation swayed a few people to the oil industry side.

One of the persuasive points he likes to stress to doubters is an accurate statistic about

the oilsands producing just 0.1 per cent of the world’s total carbon emissions.

“But my coffee group, four or five years ago, a bunch of them wouldn’t believe me and I had to bring a bunch of documentation to show them,” said Howell.

“If I converted one or two people that’s good.”

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A Christmas carol PRAIRIE WOOL HELEN ROW TOEWS

If, during time spent with family and friends this holiday season, you find yourself playing a rousing game of Trivial Pursuit, please take heed.

It may seem unlikely now, but the follow ing question could well be posed: How many times can the first two lines of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer be heard before a perfectly sane individual goes mad? I have the answer. Exactly 83.

I gain this knowledge, of course, from personal experience.

As the first 22 performances were warbled aloud, I smiled indulgently into the school

bus mirror at the reflection of Lelu, the sweet little girl who sang serenely behind me; her soft brown eyes aglow with the love of Christmas.

What a pretty voice she had. Then, as a further 26 renditions were sung without pause, my smile became somewhat wooden and my eyes began to bulge.

However, it was that final 35 that tipped me over the edge into a realm of near hysteria.

Well—not really, but it was close.

I find kids don’t know Christmas carols as they once did. Oh sure, they know the aforementioned refrain, immortalizing the plight of an

unpopular deer and his fickle companions.

And they’re well acquainted with one following the antics of a snowman on a harrowing afternoon spent in the company of some rowdy kids, a lot of sunshine and a traffic cop, but I’m referring to the old carols we used to sing.

During the last two weeks of school before break, kids are treated to a little game called, “Name That Tune”.

One verse from a Christmas song is played over the intercom and children are invited to guess what it is.

Carefully they scrawl the most outlandish ideas onto bits of paper and submit them to the office where the correct ones are entered in a draw.

Titles like “Littel Poor Jeesis” and “Yo, Babee of God” are a couple of dandy examples.

Naturally, children in the younger grades are at a disadvantage, and there’s always a selection of easy ones played for them.

Several years ago I was standing in the Grade 1 classroom when a few lines of, Away in a Manger, was played, but no one knew it.

Small bodies shuffled uneasily and pencils began to scratch out the usual wild guesses. A lot was at stake since the winner walked off with a chocolate treat.

One pint-size fellow sat at his desk, agonizing over a scrap of paper.

“MAN! What is it?”

Jade fussed, squinting heavenward as if seeking divine intervention.

Finally, as time ran out, he hastily scribbled a few words, folded the paper, and sent it off to be judged with faint hope.

When the bitter blow arrived (in the form of a correct answer) he flopped backward on his seat dramatically.

Deeply aggrieved, he punched his fist into a chubby little hand and shook his head regretfully, “I just gotta get out to church more!” he

ASK THE EXPERTS Ask the Expert Audiology I don’t have a hearing problem.

Why should I get a hearing test?

There may be nothing wrong with your hearing, but just as you make it a point to get your eyes checked, you should get your hearing tested as well, (annually if you are over 60.) Our hearing is known to decline as we age, and age-related hearing loss is so gradual that by the time you notice it, you may not realize how much of a negative impact your hearing loss has had Pam Wolfe on your personal relationships and your Clinic Manager, overall quality of life. Plus, a baseline RHAP, BC HIS hearing test can serve as a personalized point of reference every time you get your hearing tested in the future, making it easier for your hearing professional to track the progression of your hearing health. While you’ve taken an interest in your hearing, why not be a part of the Campaign for Better Hearing? The campaign’s Give-Back program raises hearing awareness and encourages everyone to test their ears at 60 years. For every hearing test taken, Lloydminster Hearing Centre and other campaign sponsors donate $4.00 towards hearing aids for those who can’t afford them. It’s a great way to give back to the community, it’s free to participate and you’ll be taking control of your hearing health all at once.

A hearing appointment can be made by calling toll-free: 1-888-478-1572. Lloydminster Hearing Centre is located in Lloydminster at 5114 46 Street.

Visit campaignforbetterhearing.org to learn more about the Campaign for Better Hearing and it’s award recipients.

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exclaimed with a frown.

“I coulda used that chocolate.”

Of course, we can always keep the old carols alive as individuals and families, should we so choose.

I cherish times spent with my loved ones and a guitar, as we gather together to sing on a cold winter’s night during the Christmas season. Just one fervent request – no Rudolph this year – OK guys?

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Five questions we get asked all the time

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MIDWEST MINUTE VERN McCLELLAND

I arrived at the office last Friday morning after two days of meetings in Saskatoon and was greeted with a large 15-year plaque sitting on my desk courtesy of our western Canadian

regional office.

Man, time flies! I still remember how nervous I was walking into the building the first time with only my Alberta license in hand, only to find out there was no

formal training program waiting for me.

You see, the RE/MAX brokerage model was designed specifically for experienced Realtors; men and women who already knew the business but wanted the freedom to build their own practice.

I may have had thirty years experience in other fields, but I only

had text book learning about real estate.

Thank goodness for the patience of my colleagues, who let me shadow them on a few client visits, though I suspected later they just wanted someone to hold the other end of the tape when we measured houses in snow up to our knees!

This has been a great

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career choice; but certainly not the easiest.

In fac t, th e re h a ve been many days when it has been downright frustrating, but I don’t know of any job that doesn’t have its share of ups and downs.

My success is directly attributable to the clients who took a chance on this country boy, and close to 2,500 listings later, I am still learning something new every day.

Thank you, one and all!

So, it’s a time for a little reflection on what are some of the main questions we get on a regular basis.

Question One - If I want to sell my property, where do I start?

In my opinion, you need to understand what the current mar-

ket value is and how your property is positioned in respect to the competition.

As has been clearly demonstrated in the last four years, real estate can go down as well as up. Like any commodity, it all comes back to supply and demand.

Looking at a property for the first time and analyzing its present worth is one of the most interesting aspects of my work.

Question Two – How long will it take to sell my home?

The answer is “it depends”. Each community has a different buyer pool; there are some with a three-year supply of housing at the current rate of sales!

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New investments in Alberta’s Indigenous tourism industry will enable Indigenous stories, authentic cultural offerings and experiences to flourish, while strengthening job creation and economic growth in Indigenous

communities throughout the province.

The Government of Alberta is providing a grant to fund the startup of Indigenous Tourism Alberta (ITA) with $575,000 over three years. The grant will provide the association the start-up support it needs to grow Indige-

FROM PAGE 19

Whenever I go through a property for the first time, I am not only looking at its specific attributes (size, condition, location, etc.) but also start to form an opinion about the demographic profile of the potential buyer it would appeal to.

For example, families with young children prefer three bedrooms on one level, while those with tweens and teens like the separation of living space provided by a bi-level.

So, length of time on market is in direct relationship to how many buyers are active ly looking for what

nous tourism in Alberta.

“Travellers to Alberta want to experience authentic Indigenous culture,” said Minister of Culture and Tourism Ricardo Miranda.

“This funding will help Indigenous entrepreneurs meet the growing demand. We are thrilled to help

your house has to offer.

Question Three – How much should we allow between our asking price and where we would like to land?

One of my mentors used to say, “price it right, and price it tight!” Personally, I prefer to allow three to five percent for negotiation, although that won’t stop someone coming in with an offer two thirds of the asking price.

Question Four – We have been given a “low ball” offer; should we ignore it or attempt to negotiate?

Offers unsubstantiated with comparable sales make sellers angry, especially

share Indigenous stories and grow Alberta’s suite of tourism offerings.”

Travel Alberta signed a three-year agreement with Indigenous Tourism Alberta to promote indigenous tourism.

Travel Alberta is investing up to $65,000 during fiscal 2018-19 to

with “hit and run” buyers who are just fishing to see if there is enough distress in a household to take whatever they can get.

I recommend responding with a counter closer to asking price and see if the buyer will act in kind.

If they don’t, thank them for their interest and move on. If they do, methodically exhaust the negotiation and then decide if you want to sell at the final price point.

Question Five – I’m leasing my property out until it sells, and the new tenant wants me to enter into a “rent to own” agreement. Is this a good idea?

I will probably anger some

support this effort.

“Travel Alberta continues to support initiatives designed to grow and promote Indigenous tourism throughout the province and work with individual tour operators to develop new experiences and share them with the world,” said

readers but most of the time I believe this to be a very poor business practice for owners.

The tenant knows you want to sell and if they can convince y o u to k e e p t h e property off the market then they don’t have to move as often.

Almost all the pitches I hear the landlord is asked to put aside a portion of the rent until it accumulates into a suitable down payment.

So, the owner must save a portion of his/her income to benefit the tenant who apparently can’t?

Why would anyone give up their right to sell a property to a person who can’t

Royce Chwin, CEO, Travel Alberta.

“This is an important part of Travel Alberta’s ongoing work with our tourism partners to sustain industry momentum and support the Government of Alberta’s goal to grow the provincial tourism economy.”

afford to buy it?

Only way this arrangement makes sense to me is when the tenant provides a monthly payment over and above the market rent based on a schedule with a clear end date and sale price.

Even then, I always counsel sellers to seek legal counsel first. It’s a risky proposition, even with family and friends.

Vern McClelland is an associate broker with RE/ MAX of Lloydminster. He can be reached at (780) 808-2700, through www. vernmcclelland.com or by following the Midwest Group Lloydminster on Facebook.

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Rustlers fall shy of a provincial berth JAMIE HARKINS WRITER

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The Lakeland College Rustlers came within inches of sending a team to the Curling Alberta Junior Provincial Championships.

The Rustlers alternate men’s foursome of skip Carte r Babij , t h ird Jared Mason, second Triton Nott and lead Layne Carlson earned an opening day win against a strong Aaron Power rink during the Junior Men’s Provincial Qualifier at the Lloydminster Golf and Curling Centre on Saturday evening.

The local boys then fell to the Evan Van Amsterdam squad in the A Event qualifier on Sunday morning only to dust themselves off for another crack at a provincial berth a few hours later against Saville’s Desmond Young team.

Babij and crew battled back and forth with Young’s rink through the opening five ends with the Rustlers skip wiring a shot off his team’s own rock onto the button for a deuce and a 4-3 lead before the break. Young got the markers and a couple more back in the seventh wh e n h e nai l e d a h it and stick on the four foot to jump ahead 7-4.

The Rustlers earned one point with hammer in the

Jamie Harkins Meridian Source

Rustlers sweepers Layne Carlson, middle, and Triton Nott follow a stone thrown by skip Carter Babij.

eighth, but their attempts to steal into a tie during the ninth and 10th ends fell short. Young took the match and the Curling Alberta provincial berth on a 9-5 score.

“We’re actually pretty happy,” said Babij, who also skips the regular Rustlers men’s rink. “All these teams have played together since September or longer, a few years some of them have been together, and this is our fourth game. So, I thought it went well. We held our own

most of the time, so we feel good about it.”

Young said the decisive seventh end was a comp l e t e t e a m e f f o rt as e a c h member of the rink, namely first Gabriel Dyck, second Jacob Libbus and third Dustin Mikush, made their shots to draw the Rustlers in before capitalizing on the opponent’s misses. He said they switched to a defensive strategy from that point on and simply limited the amount that the Rustlers

could score during the final three frames.

“It’s always fun to have some good opportunities out there and they played well,” said Young. “They had a lot of good shots out there. We were fortunate to come out on top at the very end, but it was a great battle. It was fun to play in for sure.”

Catherine Clifford’s Saville team and Edmonton’s Thistle Curling Club rink led by Veronica Maschmeyer captured the women’s B and

C Event qualifiers, respectively. The University of Alberta Pandas rink of first Paige Papley, second Kate Goodhelpsen, third Abby Marks and skip Selena Sturmay took the A Event with an 8-4 victory against Clifford on Saturday night.

“Coming out with the win is nice, but we played a really great team,” said Sturmay, whose team finished fourth at Junior Provincials last year. “It was a great game and, obviously, we’re happy with the win and happy to be going to provincials.”

While Babij may see regular time as a skip with the Rustlers men’s curling team, his foursome at the provincial qualifiers is another story. Mason normally plays lead for the Rustlers men’s squad, while Nott and Carlson are alternates.

Babij noted they played one men’s league game together before this tournament. He added the weekend action of three threehour games in a less-than 24-hour span tired everyone out, but it definitely helped them gain a few new skills and a motivation to work even harder.

“It’s good competition,” said Babij. “You’re curling against some of the best junior teams in Alberta, so it was a good challenge.”

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First Nations welcome Team Canada West

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Canada West centre Mathieu Gosselin lines up to take a faceoff against Russian forward Daniil Tesanov during a World Junior A Challenge exhibition contest at Frog Lake’s New Horizons Centre this past Friday.

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An unusual occurrence heralded the on-ice action of the 2018 World Junior A Challenge.

Thunderous applause from hundreds of hockey fans greeted players from Canada West and Russia when they skated onto the ice at Frog Lake’s New Horizons Centre this past Friday for the opening pre-tournament game of the Dec. 9-16 competition that is being held at Bonnyville’s R.J. Lalonde Arena.

The cheers celebrated the start of Can-

ada West’s attempt to defend their 2017 gold as well as Hockey Canada’s foray into hosting a World Junior A Challenge game in a First Nations community.

“We want to put it out there that First Nations are part of Canada, we’re part of this land, so we want to make it known that we’re here to join Hockey Canada,” said William Quinney, a councillor with Frog Lake First Nation.

“We’re hockey players too. We’re part of the culture and this is a good reminder to Hockey

Canada as well that First Nations are ready to join in the fun.”

Quinney said the municipality of Bonnyville first approached them with an idea of hosting a World Junior A Challenge game in midOctober.

He said council jumped at the opportunity and Cliffton Cross’ youth recreation group made it a reality through their work in planning the event and soliciting the needed sponsorships.

“This isn’t normal across Canada, so being the first is a huge hon-

our,” said Quinney.

“Leading up to today you could feel the buzz in the community. They were really excited to get here, to get this game going and to watch Team Canada.”

Team Canada West centre Mathieu Gosselin rewarded the fans with the game’s opening marker 6:02 into the first period when the Merritt Centennials star wired a shot short-side on Russian keeper Yaroslav Askarov from the faceoff dot.

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Lloydminster’s T.J. Lloyd is captaining Canada West at this week’s World Junior A Challenge.

Lloyd captains Canada West FROM PAGE 24

Team Russia captain Vasily Podkolzin showed why he’s projected to be an NHL 2019 top-five pick about five minutes later when he drove to the net off a rush down the right side before popping the puck over Canada West goalie Matthew Davis.

Podkolzin then gave Russia a 2-1 lead late in the second only to see Victoria Grizzlies forward Alexander Campbell tie the contest early in the third. The speed and tenacity of the Russian side came to the forefront from that point on as Ilya Nikolaev and Aleksandr Gordin, with two, found the back of Canadian backup Matthew Radomsky’s cage making the final 5-2.

“We just took a little too long dipp ing our toes in instead of just jumping right in,” said Te am Can-

ada West captain T.J. Lloyd. “After the feeling out process, things started to go our way.

The bounces weren’t there, but we’re going to come out flying against the U.S.A. (on opening night).”

Lloyd, a Spruce Grove Saints defenceman and Border City product, said it is an honour to represent Canada West in this second go-round at the World Junior A Challenge. He said the short-term competition presents a strong test in terms of adjusting to the new coaches along with the superior pace and skill on the ice, but it’s one definitely worth taking.

“As soon as I got the invite to camp I was so excited,” he said.

“The guys have bonded really well.

Hopefully, we’re going to chase that gold medal again this year.”

Rick Swan, head coach of Team Canada

West, said there were a lot of good lessons learned by the boys against Russia and the hope is they took away a few tidbits from playing in a First Nations community as well. He said they’re privileged, proud and lucky to have this opportunity.

Quinney said there is a stigma about it being a little rough when on First Nations land, but the players all seemed relaxed and the fans definitely enjoyed their presence. He said the people of Frog Lake are very welcoming and the families lining the stands of the New Horizons Centre proved that true.

“One of my favourite things is walking around here listening to dads talk to their sons and pointing out things that these next professionals are doing,” said Quinney.

“They’re really getting into it with their boys.

That’s great to hear.”

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Slow start burns the Bandits JAMIE HARKINS WRITER

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A lackadaisical start left the Lloydminster Bandits looking up at the St. Paul Canadiens.

“Out of the gate, we were a little slow,” said Bandits right wing Lindsay Gibbons. “We didn’t have our feet mo vi ng a n d w e w e re short guys, so that made us tired through the game. But, it started with warm-up.”

The Bandits (10-8-1) surrendered two unanswered first period Canadiens goals to put themselves behind the eight ball. A delay-ofgame penalty at the start of the second frame then led the way to Canadiens leading scorer Alex Astasiewicz making it 3-0 less than a minute in.

Bandits forward Tyler Musgrave brought the club back to life when he batted in a Jack Bygrove

rebound on a drive to the net, but Astasiewicz provided the reply w hile sh o rth an de d a few minutes later on a backdoor tap in courtesy of an Arron Gagne feed.

The hometown crew kept battling for an equalizer through the remainder only to see Canadiens goalie Seth McKay shut the door, apart from a Gibbons wire midway through the third, on the flurry of shots aimed toward his net.

“We were 5-1 coming into this game with a n e w c o ac h an d the boys have all banded together,” said Bandits goalie Eric Cook, who brought the crowd to its feet with a highlight-reel blocker save on a Orrie Wood breakaway attempt early in the third. “We have a good culture going in the room and it’s helped us out on the

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Bandits centre Jaxon Payne deflects a point shot at the top of Canadiens goalie Seth McKay’s crease.

ice. But, today we came in a little slow and they took it to us.”

The Canadiens (117-1) won the contest 5-2, which gives the team sole posses-

sion of fourth place in the North Eastern Alberta Junior B Hockey League standings. The Bandits will look to right the ship this Thursday and Fri-

day when they welcome the Vermilion Tigers (4-14) and Frog Lake T-Birds (6-11-2) to the Centennial Civic Centre for their final two games before the

Christmas break.

“We’ll have to use this to our advantage now,” said Gibbons.

“We’ve got to get back into the winning column.”

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Parksey always stood up for his reporters SPORTS EDITOR JAMIE HARKINS

His name was Norm and he was my friend for almost two years.

Norm was the editor of the Estevan Mercury and I was the paper’s sports reporter.

He was forced out of the position by management, while I handed in my resignation on his last day at work.

Norm had no plans on taking over the editor position at the Mercury two weeks after I first walked through its doors.

He was in his late 60s and had been there and done that, but the previous editor was moving on and there was no one else qualified to take on the role.

The hope was it would just be temporary, he admitted. The job should belong to a young person with ambition, noted Parksey, and someone who was intent on tackling the difficult stories that come along with covering crime and politics in a small city.

During his 30-plus years as a reporter/editor for the Mercury, he had once covered the investigation and trial of a former mayor of the city who was

convicted of sexually assaulting children.

I asked him how hard it was to get the story and he replied they faced opposition from many along with the prospect of lawsuits throughout, but that didn’t stop them from doing their job.

Norm left the crime and court beat to the Mercury’s newest reporter, while council was covered by its senior news hound during my time at the paper. He took on various human interest stories, reports on the school division and editorials along with other work.

Standing up for all three of his reporters, including me, provided another of his tasks.

I only had to seek his advice once on a difficult issue concerning something that I had written.

The local peewee football team played an away game against their rivals in Weyburn and, since I skipped travelling to the match in order to cover something closer to home that afternoon, relied on a phone interview done with the coach shortly afterwards.

The Estevan boys lost and actually left the field before the final whistle in order to bring one of their

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I wrote the story using his sole account of what happened, which, despite his view of the event in question, didn’t actually occur. A series of emails from representatives with Weyburn minor football followed.

They demanded an apology and a retraction in the Mercury.

The Weyburn newspaper, which was owned by the same company as our paper, also requested an apology and a retraction for their pages even though their sports reporter never covered minor football.

I was ready to write a small correction knowing that I should have contacted the Weyburn coach before printing the story, but there were no ideas about putting an apology into my paper or theirs. I approached Norm to ask for his advice.

“Forget it,” he said.

“I read your story before it went to print.

Stand with it.”

“But, what about the emails they’re sending me,” I asked.

“I get complaints about something every week,” said Norm. “It’s part of the job.”

You can’t please everyone in this business.

Some people, including colleagues at another paper, in

another medium or working for an organization that you regularly cover, may try and bring you down.

Norm helped me understand that you just have to shake it off, do your job and stand by it.

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Agriculture

Building public trust means being open to change: Farms at the Table Conference

T

he fifth annual ‘Farms at the Table’ Conference took place Dec. 6 in Saskatoon with

representatives from crops, livestock, horticulture, retail, education and government in attendance.

This annual event hosted by Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan (FFC Sask) and is designed to encour-

age the agriculture sector to work together to share strategies and information to increase public trust in food and farming.

“This year we focused on being open to change,” says Clinton Monchuk, FFC SK Executive Director, “With so many views, production practices and food choices it is important to remember we all have a choice. A choice on how we listen and a choice on how we view other opinions. This conference is intended to help those in agriculture to engage in meaningful conversations about food and farming.”

Tamar Haspel, a correspondent with The Washington Post, challenged attendees to ask themselves: “when was the last time I changed my mind on something

important?”

Three producers, Travis Heide, Adrienne Ivey and Ross McDonald, discussed different production methods, such as organic cropping and raising beef using hormones and without hormones. The panel generated a considerable amount of discussion.

“Obviously, there’s many different ways to grow food,” said Lane Stockbrugger, a conference participant and farmer from Englefeld, Sask.

“We need to talk more to each other so we get to know more about these production methods and share with consumers that it doesn’t have to be a food fight.”

Terry Tyson, General Manager with Grain Millers of Canada, explained how his

company has adapted to meet consumer demands.

Patricia Chuey, a well-known dietitian and food commentator, spoke about food fads, consumer trends and Canada’s new Food Guide. “Food is so personal for most people,” Chuey said.

“No wonder it gets emotional at times!

Most people are simply looking for peace of mind around their food choices.”

“It really brought home that farmers and the agriculture industry need to connect with consumers first about the values we share,” Monchuk observed.

“We all have values that are near and dear to our heart, so we need to recognize that change starts with listening and understanding.”

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FCC contributes $114,250 to 4-H clubs across Canada MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF

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The Farm Credit Canada (FCC) 4-H Club Fund is providing $114,250 to 233 4-H clubs across Canada to support local events and various activities.

In Alberta, 60 4-H clubs received a combined total of $29,585.

The fund is part of FCC’s $1 million contribution committed over four years to 4-H Canada.

This contribution, in ad ditio n t o s up p o rt ing local 4-H activities, supports national as well as provincial 4-H initiatives.

“This is a long-term investment in a national organization dedicated to developing leadership, confidence and values in young people who want to contribute to this vibrant and dynamic industry,” said Todd Klink, executive vice-president and chief marketing officer at FCC.

“By supporting 4-H clubs across Canada, the FCC 4-H Club Fund is helping plant the seeds for the next generation of successful farmers, agri-food and agribusiness entrepreneurs.”

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This is a long-term investment in a national organization dedicated to developing leadership, confidence and values in young people who want to contribute to this vibrant and dynamic industry

The FCC 4-H Club Fund awards up to $500 for a wide range of projects including achievement days, skill-building workshops, field trips, public speaking competitions, and the purchase of club supplies, just to name a few.

The next application period opens in summer 2019.

Helping to develop t hr iving and vibr ant agricultural communities is a shared goal of FCC and 4-H Canada, reflecting an enduring partnership that has supported Canadian communities for more than 25 years.

With this funding, 4-H Canada can continue to offer programs and activities that help develop responsible, caring and contributing young Canadians who will effect positive change in the world around them.

“4-H Canada is extremely grateful for our longstanding partnership with FCC, and for its continued support of the 4-H Club Fund,” said 4-H Canada CEO, Shannon Benner.

“The 4-H movement in Canad a cont inu es to thrive through the generosity of visionary partners like FCC,

who share the same values and commitment to engaging young leaders at the grassroots level in communities across Canada.”

“Canadian agriculture provides a multitude of exciting career opportunities for anyone who wants to be part of a growing and dynamic industry,” said Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.

“For many young people, 4-H clubs across Canada open the doors to possibilities and provide a clear path for a successful career.

The future of Canadian agriculture depends on our ability to attract innovative and energetic young people, who will contribute to an industry that produces among the safest and highest-quality food in the world.”

To view the list of recipients, visit www. fcc.ca/4-H.

For over 100 years, 4-H Canada has been one of the most highly respected positive youth development organizations in Canada.

4-H Canada has close to 25,000 members and more than 7,700 volun-

teers, providing young Canadians with the tools and guidance to build leadership skills in a safe, fun and inclusive environment.

To learn more about 4-H Canada, visit 4-h-canada.ca.

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Careers

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By Monday night, you are hoping it is miraculously Friday because you already feel so drained.

Combat the midafternoon slump by integrating a few simple, healthy habits to boost your productivity.

Catch some z’s Those who consistently get less than the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep a night may start to experience mild sleep deprivation.

Start shifting your schedule to go to bed 30, 20 or even 15 minutes earlier.

Making this little change will help with productivity and your

overall performance.

Stay hydrated Drinking a sufficient amount of water can alleviate the mid-afternoon slump because your heart is able to pump blood more efficiently when you are properly hydrated.

Here’s a quick tip: keep a bottle on your desk to remind you to drink more water. You can even put lines on the bottle to indicate where the water level should be by a certain time to ensure that you are staying hydrated throughout the day.

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If your office doesn’t have an attached gym, you can still make time for mini workout breaks during the day.

Try scheduling walking meetings, take a couple of minutes to stretch or opt to take the stairs rather than the elevator. Remember that little changes go a long way.

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Obituaries & Memoriams

MCFADYEN: It is with great sadness that the McFadyen family say goodbye to their husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and uncle.

But it is with great joy that Bruce is now reunited with his son, Gerry.

Robert “Bruce” McFadyen passed away peacefully in Lloydminster Hospital on Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at the age of 82 years.

Bruce is lovingly remembered by: his wife of 57 years, Mary; his daughter, Brenda (Rodney) Marfleet; his three sons, Murray McFadyen, Angus (Wendy) McFadyen and Roy (Denice) McFadyen;

his ten grandchildren, Teddy (Amy Lamb) Marfleet, Travis (Danielle Gutter) Marfleet, Troy (Julia Darling) Marfleet, Paige (Keenan MacNab) McFadyen, Brody McFadyen, Ashley McFadyen, Jenna McFadyen, Callie (Jordan Sears) McFadyen, Kristen (James) Marin, Tyler McFadyen; his two great granddaughters, Brooklynn and Addalyn Sears; his great grandson, Hank Marin; and numerous sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews.

Bruce was predeceased by: his son, Gerry McFadyen; his mother, Jenny Brown; his brothers, Don McFadyen and Jack Fadyen.

The funeral service was conducted from Waseca Memorial Hall, Waseca, Saskatchewan on Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 2:00 pm with Brennan Becotte officiating.

The bagpiper was Jim

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The hymn was Amazing Grace.

The honorary pallbearers were Callie McFadyen, Kristen Marin, Paige McFadyen, Ashley McFadyen and Jenna McFadyen.

The active pallbearers were Teddy Marfleet, Travis Marfleet, Troy Marfleet, Tyler McFadyen, Brody McFadyen and Dale Axley.

The interment was held at the Maidstone Cemetery.

Donations in memory of Bruce may be made to STARS (Saskatchewan), Pine Island Suites or a charity of the donor's choice.

McCaw Funeral Service Ltd. Of Lloydminster, Alberta administered the funeral arrangements.

CARD OF THANKS The McFadyen family would like to thank Dr. Spangenberg, Dr. Tabrizi, nurses, lab techs and ambulance crew from Maidstone Hospital, Dr.

“What is lovely never dies, but passes into other loveliness.”

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Akerman and nurse from Lloydminster Hospital for their care and compassion for Bruce during his short illness. A special thank you to Louise Hume for all your skills, kindness, and compassionate care given to Bruce and your sister Mary.

Thank you to all our family that attended the funeral service. Sincere thanks to all that took part in the service, bag piper Jim Ramsay, honorary and active pallbearers and Mr. Brennan Becotte for officiating and his heartfelt eulogy. Larriette catering for the delicious lunch. Donald LeGoffe and McCaw Funeral Home for your compassion and professionalism shown to our family.

Thank you to all our family and friends for all the cards, flowers, memorial donations received, food brought to our homes, phone calls and visits.

Mary and family.

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STREMBICKE: Adolphe Peter born September 30, 1935, Rama, SK; Eternal Rest November 25, 2018, Lloydminster, SK. Adolphe’s many fond memories will be cherished by his loving wife Grace of 59 years; daughter Bonnie Luopa (Charles Horn) of Amisk, AB, grandchildren Shaun and Robyn; daughter Norine (Toni) Ost of Lacombe, AB, grandchildren Cole and Katlyn; sister Agnes McAllister, brothers Fernie (Bert), Henry (Linda), Raymond

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(Chris) and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

He was predeceased by his parents Samuel and Bernice Strembicke, infant sister Alice, infant brother Herman and brother Florian.

A private family service was held at McCaw Funeral Chapel, Lloydminster, AB on Friday, November 30, 2018 at 11:00 am with Joyce Dickson officiating.

The reading was given

by Christina McGinnis (godchild).

The eulogy was presented by grandchildren Katlyn Ost and Shaun Luopa.

The guitarist/soloist was Catherine Lewons.

The honorary pallbearers were Robyn Luopa, Agnes McAllister, Fernie Strembicke, Bohdan Danyliw and Randy McGinnis.

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The pallbearers were Henry Strembicke, Shaun Luopa, Cole Ost, Katlyn Ost, Toni Ost, Charles Horn and Tammie Ebl. The interment was held at the Lloydminster City Cemetery.

CARD OF THANKS We would like to thank all of our family, friends and neighbors for their support during this time of loss.

A sincere heartfelt thank you to Dr. Tinesha Govender for providing phenomenal care for Adolphe’s wellbeing and comfort.

To the staff at the Jubilee Home, many thanks for your compassionate care. Also to Brett McCaw and staff, thank you for your help and guidance.

Grace Strembicke Bonnie, Charles, Shaun & Robyn Norine, Toni, Cole & Katlyn

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HOROSCOPES CAPRICORN

December 22 – January 19 You’ll be tempted to buy yourself something expensive and luxurious, but your Christmas gifts may blow your budget. You’ll be spending your energy as well as your money this week.

AQUARIUS

January 20 – February 18 Take time to think an important decision through. You’ll start to develop your spirituality in a way that aligns with your personal values. You’ll consider making a pilgrimage.

PISCES

February 19 – March 20 If you work closely with people, don’t forget to take the necessary precautions to avoid getting sick. Your immune system is fragile right now, so carve out some time to rest and regain your strength.

ARIES

March 21– April 19 Time will be in short supply this week, so you’ll have to choose between business and pleasure. Finding a balance will allow you to bring harmony to your life.

TAURUS

April 20 – May 20 There’s travel on the horizon. Even if you’re not leaving for a few months, it’s not too early to start preparing things like passports and vaccines.

GEMINI

May 21 – June 21 Expect some minor annoyances this week.

It’s time to take care of things you’ve been putting off. You’ll be able to have some fun once you’ve accomplished what you’ve been postponing.

CANCER

June 22 – July 22 You’ll close a big deal that will change your life. Your perseverance will allow you to reach great heights, at work and in your personal life. Your audacity and warrior’s spirit will be on display.

LEO July 23 – August 22 You have a lot of work to do and many small details to take care of, both at work and at home. Let your loved ones help you so that you can take some time to appreciate your life.

VIRGO

August 23 – September 22 You’ll be very popular this week. You’ll be the only one who can accomplish an important task, and your superiors will recognize the work you do.

LIBRA

September 23 – October 22 Breaking old routines will be good for you and your relationships. Say yes to invitations from friends; you’ll be pleasantly surprised, especially if you’re single.

SCORPIO

October 23 – November 21 If you have any interest in real estate, you’ll make some profitable decisions this week.

You’ll want to redecorate your home right before Christmas to make a good impression.

SAGITTARIUS

November 22 – December 21 You’ll want to say what’s on your mind, but it’s important to think before you speak to make sure your meaning is understood. You may want to rethink a message or text to avoid confusion.

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725,000

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MLS 62202

SK

499,900

$

MLS 61413

SK

$

CITY SIDE REALTY Jennifer Brad Jackie Gartner Gartner Jennifer Gilbert Gilbert Jackie Brad Gilbert Gilbert Broker/Owner Associate Broker Broker Associate Broker Broker Associate Broker/Owner Associate

Louis Pattie Sandy Louis de de Kock Kock Pattie Todd Todd Sandy Hardy Hardy Associate Realtor Associate Broker Broker Associate Broker Broker Associate Realtor

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780.875.3343

3812 - 51 Avenue, Lloydminster, AB T9V 3M7 www.lloydminsterrealestate.ca www.coldwellbankercitysiderealty.com www.facebook.com/coldwellbankercitysiderealty

Real Estate, Rentals & Property Management

Rick Schesnuk Realtor Rick Schesnuk Realtor

Judy Bexson Realtor Judy Bexson Realtor

Amanda Warner Realtor Amanda Warner Realtor

Kirby Renton Kirby Renton Realtor Realtor

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