Prairie Oasis Park Online Reservations Back for 2022 Season
Camping season will be here soon, and Special Areas is busy getting municipal parks and campgrounds ready for the 2022 season. Online reservations are back - and better than ever! The online reservation system for Prairie Oasis Park will begin accepting reservations on Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at 9 am MST. There will be a $12 non-refundable reservation fee for online reservations. For the 2022 season, Special Areas has added more sites to the online reservation system, including the large group Camp Kitchen Site. For 2022, there are 55 reservable sites and 44 non-reservable sites at Prairie Oasis Park.
“In the past online reservations did not always work as well as they should have for Prairie Oasis Park. We have listened to these concerns and committed to making visitors have a simple and positive experience when they make reservations online for Prairie Oasis. For the 2022 season, we have contracted a new service provider to manage our online reservations. Campspot is an industry leader in campground management software, managing over 130,000 campsites across North America. We are excited to be partnering with them for Prairie Oasis Park.” - John Armstrong, Parks Supervisor
Online reservations can be made for reservable sites at www.campspot.com/book/prairieoasispark. Non reservable sites will continue to be managed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Reservations can be made for camping dates between May 17 to September 9. Outside this period, all campsites in the park will be managed on a first-come, first-serve basis.
The Bullpound Loop large group site will no longer be reservable as a group site, instead only the individual sites can be reserved. Smaller group sites – sites which can host between 2 to 4 units – are available to be booked online using the reservation system.
Anyone planning to make reservations online will be able to set up an account on Campspot ahead of
reservations opening; however, sites will not be able to be viewed prior to the online reservation period opening at 9 am on April 13. Once reservations open, users will be able to search available sites based on camping dates, site type, and other amenities. Once a reservation has been confirmed, a confirmation email will be sent.
Beyond the new reservations system provider, there will be a few other changes at Prairie Oasis Park this season. One of the main changes is the use of a registration booth at the entrance to the park. This booth will be staffed by Special Areas Parks Staff and will manage campsite registrations and park access throughout the summer. When the booth is staffed, all overnight campers will have to stop at the booth prior to entering the park. This will include
campers with online reservations as well as those looking for a first-come, first-serve site. Overnight campers already at a first-come, first-serve site who want to extend their stay will need to check-in at the registration booth by 10 am. When the booth is not staffed, a sign will be visible which directs overnight campers that self-registration is in effect. Campers and trailers will not be allowed to enter the park without a registered campsite permit, including in the day-use area.
You can learn more about parks and campgrounds in the Special Areas by going to https://specialareas.ab.ca/visit/parks-campgrounds/. Visitors to the park are also able to speak with a Parks Staff member by calling the SAB Parks Info Line at 403-779-2155.
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Friendship Liberal-NDP deal will mean major tax hikes
Ralph Waldo Emerson, wrote, “The only way to have a friend is to be one. Take a moment and ask yourself if you are a good friend? Do you have a good solid relationship with oneself? Look at your relationships around you? Are they healthy? Are you seeking more connection and belonging?
The Oxford dictionary defines relationships as the way in which two or more concepts, objects, or people are connected, or the state of being connected. We are social creatures and we need human interaction and relationships. Healthy relationships are a vital component of health and wellbeing. There is compelling evidence that strong relationships contribute to a long, healthy, and happy life.
Roy Baumeister and Mark Leary (1995) argue that the need to belong is primitive human need to form and maintain lasting, positive, and significant interpersonal relationships. The lack of belongingness causes various undesirable effects, including a decrease in the levels of health, happiness, and adjustment. People who lack belongingness suffer higher levels of mental and physical illness and are more susceptible to a range of behavioral problems.
Research also suggests that, in many cases, people are resistant to terminate even the most destructive and abusive relationships. The need to belong goes far beyond the need for superficial relationships or sexual interactions; it is a need for
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meaningful, profound and intimate bonding. A sense of belongingness is essential to our well-being. At Canadian Mental Health in Medicine Hat, The Recovery College program offers an eight- week course called “The Art of Friendship”.
Strong friendships give us the power to be our true selves; when we have strong friendships, we feel respected and valued and we work hard to find ways to show our friends that we respect and value them. Strong friendships take work! This 8-week course will help you learn about yourself, what you say, the way you act, and how all of your actions can affect relationships with others. Focusing on these aspects, helps us gain confidence in our relationships and we will be more likely to achieve our friendship goals.
Life can be challenging at times, especially over the last few years and if you are looking to find that connection and belonging and seeking to make those changes to transform, please reach out and contact us. We looked forward to hearing from you here at Canadian Mental Health, Recovery College.
Michelle Deminick is the Recovery Trainer at Canadian Mental Health Association, Alberta Southeast Region and can be reached at recoverytrainer@cmha-aser.ca or 403504-1811. To find out more about CMHA programs and/ or events visit www.cmha-aser. ca. If you are in crisis, call the Distress Centre at (403) 1-800784-2433.
ONE YEAR GRAZING Available By Tender
• 39 pairs and a bull from June 1 to Sept. 30 Tender closes at 11:59 p.m. on April 15. Visit: www.ducks.ca/resources/landowners/alberta-haygraze-tender-program/ for details and bid forms or contact Megan McGlynn at m mcglynn@ducks.ca or 403-857-8125
Now that the years-long Liberal-NDP courtship has turned official, Canadians should brace themselves for an unwelcome raft of higher taxes and unsustainable spending.
With Prime Minister Justin Trudeau inking a deal with the NDP to keep him in power until 2025, Canada’s finances are headed from bad to worse. To help justify overspending, the Trudeau government might impose an NDP-favoured wealth tax to pay for some of the commitments the Liberals have made to the NDP.
Thanks to six years of the Trudeau government’s reckless fiscal mismanagement, Canada has a $1 trillion debt tab and a deficit this year of $60 billion. Taxpayers are forced to pay more than $2 billion per month to bondholders on Bay Street simply to pay for interest on the national debt.
With the Bank of Canada set to raise interest rates several times this year, that interest number will surely worsen. Now that the Liberals will be on the hook to push through expensive NDPfavoured big government programs, the Trudeau government will be searching for new ways to tax Canadians to deal with nation’s burgeoning credit card bill.
The Liberal-NDP agreement is full of big-ticket items, but it offers
no plan for how to pay for any of it. That’s like planning a trip to Disneyland when you can’t afford to make rent.
Wealth taxes have long been pushed by politicians who assure people that someone else will always pay. Those politicians would have you believe that there’s a money tree growing in the prime minister’s backyard to cover the tab.
The NDP told Canadians during the last federal election that only the ultrarich would feel the effects of a new federal wealth tax. But wealth taxes don’t work that way. Even if wealth taxes are only directly imposed on wealthy Canadians, the ultimate outcome is economic pain for taxpayers across the board.
If Trudeau caves to the NDP on wealth taxes, Canadian taxpayers at every point on the income spectrum will pay the price.
The Trudeau government has already made Canada a less attractive place for entrepreneurs and businesses to invest by doubling the national debt, introducing a costly carbon tax, and pursuing a fiscal agenda of run-away spending. In a world with over two hundred countries and tax systems, a wealth tax may be the final straw for potential entrepreneurs, who can pick up and move in a heart-
beat. Why invest in Ontario when entrepreneurs can affordably invest in Ohio instead?
For those who argue that the rich won’t just get up and leave if a new wealth tax is introduced, consider the experience of France. France lost 12,000 millionaires in a single year thank to its wealth tax regime. The country’s socialist government scrapped the tax less than a decade ago, with present French President Emmanuel Macron declaring that the wealth tax had turned France into “Cuba without the sun.”
For those Canadians who believe wealth taxes will never hit them personally, think again. When the federal income tax was introduced, it only applied to the top two per cent of income earners. Now we’re all stuck paying an annual income tax bill. Wealth taxes could start the same way but follow a similar path.
When it comes to wealth taxes, Trudeau needs to draw a line in the sand. He should look for ways to make tax dollars go further rather than soaking Canadians with a new tax that would make Canada a much less attractive place to invest and do business.
Jay Goldberg is the Ontario Director for the Canadian Taxpayers Federation.
Lori Peacock receives Women in Agriculture award
The Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) announced its Women in Agriculture Award recipients. Lori Peacock, Client Services Representative at the Oyen Branch Office of AFSC, is one of the recipients.
Lori’s passion for AFSC’s clients is strong and comes from her own farming background. She shares that passion with her women colleagues and helps to inspire them to be advocates for themselves and their industry. During team meetings, she shares her own farming (crop and cattle) operations trials and helps the rest of the team look at things from the producer’s perspective. She supports her younger teammates with her knowledge and passion for farming and for producers.
Lori also contributes to the family’s multi-generational farming operation. She regularly shares the duties of the farming operation with her son and daughter. Lori is happiest when her weekends are full of tasks supporting those she loves with things like calving, seeding and harvest. Her excitement and passion for agriculture are contagious, and she is making the ag industry a better place for women.
AFSC is recognizing the women who make a difference in the agriculture industry with our Women in Ag Award. The annual award acknowledges and honours women’s passion, dedication, and commitment to agriculture and agribusiness in Alberta. It also celebrates the growing presence of women in this industry. Each year the award recognizes seven phenomenal individuals - four from anywhere in the province and three from within AFSC - who are improving this industry.
POSITION POSTING
Reports To: Public Works Foreman (CAO in their absence)
Hours of Work:
Full Time, normal hours 8:00 am. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Overtime hours may be required. Daily hours may fluctuate due to operational requirements.
Remuneration: Salary Grid - Based on qualifications.
Position Summary:
The primary purpose of the position is to facilitate the delivery of public works and water and sewer services to the Town of Oyen. The position performs a wide variety of duties, including but not limited to: installation, maintenance and repair or upgrade of all municipal infrastructure, including roadways, sidewalks, water and sewer lines, water distribution system, wastewater system, airport, and signage. A detailed job description is available upon request form the Town Office.
Experience/Assets:
- Heavy Equipment Experience - Air Brake Endorsement - Willing to be on call
- Team Player - take directions - Capable of heavy lifting
- Public Works Experience preferred (or willing to take courses)
Closing Date: Until position is filled.
Please forward resumes to: Debbie Ross, Chief Administrative Officer Town of Oyen, Box 360, Oyen, AB T0J 2J0 Phone: 403-664-3511 • Fax: 403-664-3712 • email CAO@oyen.ca
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Town of Oyen is currently seeking proposals from interested waste contractors for the collection and removal of waste. The current Agreement for waste collection and hauling within the Town of Oyen expires June 30, 2022. Contractors are to base their proposals in regards to the following:
• Removal and hauling of residential and commercial waste to the waste transfer station located on Township Road 27-4 between Main Street and Secondary Highway 895 (approximately 2.5 kilometers south of Oyen).
• Waste to be picked up once each week from all residences and businesses. Some businesses under agreement with the Town of Oyen require waste picked up and removed three (3) times each week.
A residential and commercial waste collection contract shall be awarded for a three (3) year period (July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2025).
Proposals must be submitted to the Town Office prior to 4:30 pm on May 27, 2022. Lowest or other proposal not necessarily accepted.
Please mail in a sealed envelope marked as “Town of Oyen Waste Proposals” to: Town of Oyen, PO Box 360, Oyen, Alberta T0J 2J0
Tender packages are available on our website, Facebook, or in office.
If further clarification is required for this proposal, please feel free to contact the Town Office at (403) 664-3511.
Debbie Ross, CAO - Town of Oyen
Before presenting the financial statement to his boss, the office manager asked, “Before I continue, you’re not one of those guys who blames the messenger for bad news, are you?”
Similarly, a cartoon illustrated Moses, preparing to read the Ten Commandments: “The first commandment is: Thou shalt not shoot the messenger.”
We’re hearing messages from a wide variety of sources, and everyone is using whatever platform they have to voice
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Truth can’t be hidden
their opinions. Even if you don’t watch Hollywood awards ceremonies, you will have likely seen Chris Rock on that platform, doling out his unique brand of humour. You also will have witnessed Will Smith’s response of punching him in the face.
Immediate online comments validated Will Smith’s actions, since his wife suffers from an autoimmune disease that caused temporary baldness. Hollywood appears to be sending a mixed message; Chris Rock’s
humour was labeled as violent, unacceptable speech, while Will Smith’s punch in the face was an acceptable, physically violent response. But don’t try to figure out the rationale; you’ll only get more confused.
Meanwhile, other Hollywood celebrities are using their status to try and stop the Coastal GasLink pipeline, in spite of the fact that it’s sixty percent complete, would help reduce emissions, and lower dependency on gas from Russia. Unfortunately, those comments
made by celebrities are often uninformed and attempt to smear Canadian energy.
On the other hand, Sonya Savage, Alberta’s Minister of Energy, expressed different views during an interview on the show Full Measure.
“If you don’t look at energy security, you’re going to be looking at supply from places like Russia, Iran, Venezuela, places where we know we should be weeding out those barrels, not increasing their production,” she said. Her reasoning holds a lot of common sense value, as she continued to explain that Canada has the ability to supply an additional 400,000 barrels of oil a day to our neighbours.
Savage also said, that when the greater share of oil and natural gas production comes from autocracies, the security of supply is as important
as the environment. It’s an observation that holds much truth; nevertheless opinions are divided.
Division in society and discrediting of messengers are not new in our world. Many years ago a wise man astounded his peers with his wise words. As a result the government sent undercover agents who failed at trying to trap him in his speech. They even attempted to throw him off a cliff. Eventually his opponents caused his brutal death, but later discovered his grave was mysteriously empty.
Those were days of a divided society; a time when people were discredited and tortured because of what they said. Yet those words are preserved to this day, and during this season of Easter, that wise man, Jesus continues to be honoured by many people.
Although we all are entitled to our opinions, truth has a way of rising to the top and being preserved throughout history. Buddha once said, “Three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon, and the truth.” On that note, I hope you enjoy preparing for the upcoming Easter holiday. I hope it includes Easter egg hunts for the kids, lots of chocolate, fun, sunshine, and a blessed time with family and friends.
We will be CLOSED on Good Friday, April 15th and Monday, April 18th.
Acadia Valley News
By Yolanda Kuhn yakuhn@hotmail.com
It’s a beautiful sunny day here today. They’re calling for a high of plus 16 today. Freddie turned on the slushy machine’s at The Store yesterday, if that’s not a sign of Spring I don’t know what is!
This past weekend The Breaking Ground Dance Studio attended a festival in Medicine Hat. There was also a 3 on 3 hockey tournament in Medicine Hat that many attended.
The Warren Peers School Elementary Students held their curling bonspiel last week for the first time since covid. The students enjoyed the day curling and hanging out with their friends. Thank you to the many parent volunteers who helped supervise the games. W.P.S. Also hosted mini basketball for grades 4-6 this week. There will also be games April 6th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm and spectators are welcome! W.P.S Students will be selling hanging baskets again this year between March 25th and April 14th. The delivery date will be May 6th (just in time for Mother’s Day).
The Curling Rink is now closed for the season. It was nice to have a regular year of curling finally. Hopefully next year we will be able to host The Ladies bonspiel as well.
The Acadia Valley Knights of Columbus Club has decided to put their building up for tender. Stay tuned for more information.
The Sunset Seniors Club held
their first supper meeting in 2 years this past Monday. The newly elected president is Susan Grudecki. Thank you to Bev Niwa for her years as president. Pat Niwa stayed on as secretary and Gwen Gustafson as treasurer. The Club is always open to new members aged 50 and older. Membership is $10 annually. Watch their Facebook group Acadia Valley Sunset Club for the most up to date information.
The Rec. Club will be holding their annual Supper Meeting on April 11th, 6:00pm at the hall. New members are welcome, please come and bring a friend and find out what the Rec. Club is all about. A FREE steak supper will be provided.
Mark your calendars for the 1st Movie Night in the new hall! It will be on Friday April 22nd at 7:00pm. We will be showing Sing 2. This is a FREE Family event with FREE popcorn and water. There will also be other snacks available for purchase.
The Rec. Club. Is selling 50/50 tickets again this month. The next draw will take place on April 11th. You can purchase your tickets at The Store, Skappak’s Farm Supply or a Rec. Club member.
Thanks for reading this week. I will leave you with this, I’m not sure who said it but it’s worth repeating. “Be the reason someone smiles today”
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Breakfast • Sunday Service Community Jam Session • Farewell BBQ
Skylar Brown was one of the Warren Peers students competing in the curling bonspiel.
Relief at the pumps is here for Albertans
Alberta’s government is no longer collecting the provincial fuel tax while oil prices are high.
Drivers will save the 13-cent provincial fuel tax on every litre of gasoline or diesel they purchase.
With the corresponding reduction in GST, this amounts to total savings of about $6.80 per tank for a compact car (50 litres), $7.21 for a small SUV (53 litres), $12.65 for a mid-size SUV (93 litres), $18.50 for a large pickup truck (136 litres) and $185.50 for a semi-trailer (1,364 litres).
The measure is in effect now and will remain in place until at least June 30. The government will consider the future of the tax, based on a sliding scale of the price of West Texas Intermediate crude.
“Alberta’s government is pleased to implement a measure that will provide real economic relief to Alberta families and businesses alike. Elevated fuel prices don’t just impact Alberta drivers, they influence the price we pay for almost every service and product that relies on transportation to be rendered or delivered. With the
provincial government’s intervention, all Albertans will now reap the benefits of money saved at the pumps and beyond,” said Jason Kenney, Premier.
“We recognize the significant challenges rising inflation and high energy costs create for Alberta families and businesses. Alberta is already one of the most affordable provinces to live in, and this relief measure serves to reaffirm the Government of Alberta’s commitment to maintaining that affordability for anyone living or doing business here,” commented Travis Toews, President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance
“Keeping commercial vehicles on our roads has been challenging because of factors like supply chain issues and driver shortages. Eliminating Alberta’s fuel tax will provide much-needed relief for industries so they can keep moving, remain profitable and help our economy grow.” - Rajan Sawhney, Minister of Transportation
In providing relief at the pumps to Albertans, the government will see an estimated $100 to $115 mil-
lion decrease in fuel tax revenue for each of the first three months.
Albertans will see further relief through other cost-saving measures to be introduced in the coming months:
Alberta’s government will provide $150 in electricity rebates to more than one million eligible homes, farms and businesses that have been affected by above-average consumption costs over the past several months.
A natural gas relief program, announced as part of Budget 2022, will see eligible consumers receive a rebate when natural gas prices exceed $6.50 per gigajoule starting in October.
Further details about both programs will be announced in the coming weeks.
Enhancing and maintaining affordability remains a key component of Alberta’s Recovery Plan, developed to foster and facilitate the province’s economic recovery in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The Acadia Foundation has an Exciting Opportunity to Sublease an Apartment for one year!
Exciting opportunity to sublease a Life Lease apartment for one year. This will allow seniors the opportunity to experience life in Life Lease apartments before purchasing. Applications to apply to sublease are now available through Gloria Jorgenson, Manager, Oyen Lodge. Two units are available to sublease as of May 1, 2022 with very reasonable rental rates. The first unit is 875 sq. ft. with an open concept floor plan featuring new paint, flooring and a private balcony overlooking the courtyard. The second unit is 720 sq. ft. and also has a recently renovated open concept floor plan, with new paint and flooring.
Make an appointment to see these spacious units attached to the Oyen Lodge by calling Gloria Jorgenson –403-664-3661.
The Acadia Foundation has a Life Lease unit for sale. This unit is recently renovated, has an open concept floor plan and comes with a garage.
For further information about purchasing a Life Lease unit, which is similar to condo living without relator fees and a guranteed buyback, please contact Sandy Kelts at 403-577-7940.
Mini-basketball at Acadia Valley.
Oyen & District Seniors’ Assoc. News
By Sarah Smith
Hello everyone! We hope everyone is enjoying the bright sunshine and warmer weather. We are sure looking forward to hotter days, so we can get outside and go for walks, even play some games outside.
This week at the lodge we started out our Monday with some exercises and a fun game of bingo in the afternoon! On Tuesday the art class made Easter garlands, with little bunnies, birds, eggs and butterflies. We then finished off the afternoon with a round of dominos, and a game of crib! Wednesday we kicked up our mornings with some fun exercises and in the afternoon we played some shuffleboard. Thursday we got to play a whist tournament and on Friday we started out our morning with a few rounds of horse racing, and finished the week with another game of bingo!
We hope everyone had a wonderful week and we are looking forward to April as it’ll bring lots of fun new activities and hopefully some really great weather!
Oyen Golf Club gets a fresh look
JOAN JANZEN
Your Southwest Media Group
The Oyen & District Golf Club has a fresh new look, thanks to a lot of hard work by volunteers and donations from community businesses. In 2021 the Oyen & District Golf Club Board approved a renovation budget, which ushered in a busy time of renovations during the spring and summer of 2021.
Manager Deb Hryciw, not only took charge of the renovations but contributed many volunteer hours. She was assisted by Tera Dziatkewich, who donated her time to help Deb remove the old kitchen cabinets and flooring.
“Randy Barrack donated his time to give me a hand moving the
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office furniture and pulling up the old carpet,” Deb said.
Brent Hryciw of Hryciw Holdings Ltd. donated his dump trailer for garbage removal and ordered the new kitchen cabinets. He also levelled and installed the sub-floor, built two islands in the kitchen, installed the kitchen cabinets and helped install flooring. Brent was assisted by Jayce Smigelski, who was a very willing helper.
Craig Marzoff of DunRite Contracting looked after the flooring purchase and installation. He generously donated the quartz countertop for the islands, which were valued at $3,000.00.
Derek Kauppinen of D-Lite
With the increased temperatures over the the past few days, it appears as though spring may have finally arrived in the Youngstown area. In light of the dry conditions, however, please note there is a fire advisory for SA 2,3, and 4 effective March 21. Hopefully we receive some much-needed moisture in the coming weeks and months.
At the last Town Council meeting on March 1, there was discussion regarding decreased MSI capital funds and vehicle charging units. New bylaws were passed, and it was decided that a new snowblade would be purchased from Venture Fabrication. Also, the bulk water fill coin slot will not be upgraded to a card unit due to financial considerations. The next meeting is April 5.
We are also excited to introduce a new business to the area - A Diamond N Farrier Services! Please contact Ainsley Nelson at 403-854-8031 for all your farrier needs. Also, just a reminder that the Small World Cafe is open 9:30 - 4:30 Tuesday and 9:30 - 5:30 Wednesday through Friday. If you’re in town, be sure to stop in and enjoy the daily special and a variety of other items. Call 403-435-0089 to order.
As summer approaches, many people are starting to plan camping trips. If you are thinking of spending some time at Prairie Oasis Park this year, online reservations open April 13, 9 AM at https://www. campspot.com/book/prairieoasispark. 55 reservable sites are available this year.
Thanks for reading. Have a good week everybody.
Electrical Inc. was hired to do the electrical upgrade.
A new windbreak for the barbecue was built and installed by Darren Opheim of TriO Welding, who generously donated both his time and material. Meanwhile, Bryce Waters of Waters Plumbing and Heating donated his time to move the gas line for the new barbecue area.
The Oyen Ladies Golf League donated $1,700.00 for the purchase of new countertops for the til area and kitchen. Thanks to this combined group effort, the Oyen Golf Club has a fresh new look and is ready for the upcoming 2022 season.
Reducing cancer risk with nutrition
April is Cancer Awareness Month. Living a healthy lifestyle can help to reduce your risk of getting cancer. A healthy lifestyle includes many factors: not smoking, being sun safe, having a healthy body weight, staying active, limiting alcohol and eating well. You can reduce your risk of cancer by following the tips below.
Fill half your plate with vegetables and fruit
Choose different kinds and colours of vegetables and fruit every day. Challenge yourself to fill half your plate with non-starchy vegetables or fruit at each meal. Choose cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, kale, turnips, and collard greens. You may lower the risk of some types of cancer.
Eat a diet rich in fibre
Try to eat 30 grams of fibre each day. Eat plant foods such as whole grains and pulses, including chickpeas, kidney beans and white beans.
Limit red meat
If you eat red meat (pork, beef, lamb and veal, for example), eat only moderate amounts.
If you do eat red meat, eat it no more than three times each week. Choose a portion size that is about 3 oz (85 g), roughly the size of a deck of cards. Limit how much processed meat (deli meats, sausages and smoked or cured meats) that you eat.
Not every meal has to include meat. Beans, peas and lentils are good protein choices and will increase your fibre intake, too. Try eating beans, peas, or lentils instead of meat in some of your favourite dishes.
Avoid alcohol
Drinking alcohol may increase your risk of certain types of cancer. If you choose to drink alcohol, keep it to less than one drink for women each day and less than two drinks for men each day.
One standard drink of alcohol is 12 oz (341 mL) of five per cent beer or 5 oz (142 mL) of wine, or 1.5 oz (43 mL) of 40 per cent distilled alcohol.
Start with small changes. They add up to help lower your risk of cancer.
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RATES (25 words or less). $10.00 plus GST. Additional words are 20¢ each. Deadline is Thursday noon. 306-463-2211
COMING EVENTS
April 9 & 10: Wilson School of Dance presents their annual recital, Oyen Legion. 7pm Saturday evening, 2 pm Sunday afternoon. Adults - $15, Students - $5.
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FOREFRONT INSURANCE is hiring external brokers and processors/ data entry positions. Broker partnership opportunities for the right candidates. Call / email Michael 403-501-8013 / mhollinda@excelrisk.ca Hiring Care Companion for resident living in Long Term Care facility in Oyen. This is a contracted position with the Community Access for Persons in Continuing Care (CAPCC) program. Care Companion will assist resident to access their community and provide opportunities for meaningful social interaction. For full job description and details call the CAPCC Coordinator, Adele @ (403) 526-5742 or email a.dieterle@redi.ca
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