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BY KALISHA MENDONSALacombe Express
Seniors in Lacombe will soon be able
to take part in a class that will help
with everyday movements, range
of motion, balance and strength training
through the Legends CrossFit program.
CrossFit Lacombe is offering the ‘leg-
ends’ program with the aim of catering
specifi cally to the needs of elderly persons.
It will break down exercises into easy-to-
learn movements that will help those in
their golden years move through life a
little bit easier.
“We want to make the ‘Legends’ pro-
gram because I know that there is a popu-
lation for it here, and there weren’t simi-
lar senior fi tness programs. There aren’t
many options, and I think we can provide
something that is very different,” said
Ryan Staal, one of the owners and coaches
at CrossFit Lacombe.
“We defi nitely have the knowledge to
give those strengths to anyone, but I know
that seniors are a population that really
need that activity.”
Staal and Brendan Aspenes, the other
CrossFit Lacombe owner, have been work-
ing to make connections in the community
with other groups that facilitate senior fi t-
ness programs.
Facilitating a seniors’ fi tness program
has been a goal for Staal since he and his
co-owner opened their gym. Staal said that
when he worked in Stettler, he facilitated
a fi tness class called ‘Senior Strength and
Balance’ and that he enjoyed it very much.
“It was one of the busiest classes I
taught, and I loved it. The older ladies like
to have fun and they are really just there
to learn. Everyday it got a little bit better.
Seniors are just a really fun crowd to be
around,” he said.
To make the class appropriate for se-
niors, Staal and Aspenes would break
down movements of exercise and build
up strength in easy-to-understand terms,
so that anyone can participate, no matter
their previous fi tness experience.
“We’re adapting it by just essentially
taking what we’d do for a regular class,
and do what we do for anyone who has
some diffi culty or who are beginners: we
will take the movement that we want to
teach the people and break it down into ba-
sic components,” Staal said.
“That could be things like extending
from the hip, reaching overhead, or bend-
ing over. We want to be taking what they
can do and move people within their limita-
tions, but properly. That way everyone gets
the same workout but we can specialize it
to the degree that they’re able to move.”
For anyone with injuries or problem ar-
eas, the program can be altered to address
those problems. The idea is that the train-
ers would present a person with a small
amount of exercise that would help them
move around during day-to-day activities.
“They don’t need any other fi tness histo-
ry. They can come in, even if they haven’t
done anything for a long time. All we care
about is getting them healthy. We have no
outside judgements, we just want people
to come in and give some effort. We want
to get them to move and hopefully teach
them something that they can take outside
of the gym, and apply to day-to-day lives,”
Staal said.
“The main goal of this is to be able to give
practical skills, as well as being healthy
and fi t. We want these people to go home,
and not have trouble picking things off the
ground, or getting up and off the toilet eas-
ily. As you get older, simple tasks become
increasingly more diffi cult. We’re going
to mimic the everyday movements so that
they can get stronger and so that outside of
the gym, they are able to do more.”
Staal added although there are other op-
tions for senior fi tness, CrossFit might be
something worth looking into, as it offers a
variety of exercises and expertise in move-
ment.
“I think that everyday people weren’t re-
ally looking at the proper ways to move be-
fore things like CrossFit, where each mo-
tion and range of motion is broken down
so carefully. It’s getting so much better
now. With things like running and stand-
ing up from sitting, we think that we au-
tomatically know how to do those things
well but we forget them over time, and our
bodies have more trouble doing them prop-
erly,” he said.
For those unfamiliar as to what CrossFit
is, Staal and Aspenes would describe it as
fi tness training for everyday life. They ex-
plained the difference between attending
a CrossFit session versus a gym would be
the change of focus. Aspenes said that they
focus on health benefi ts rather than physi-
cal appearance, and practical application
in life.
“Even something as simple as standing
up from a chair (a squat) can hurt you lat-
er. If you’re not taught how to do it proper-
ly, and you do it wrong over and over, that’s
going to take a toll on your joints as you get
older. If you can do it perfectly every time,
it’s a lot better.
“We teach you that with bar bells, or ket-
tle bells, or just body weight. Eventually,
that practice translates to you standing up
properly every time.”
kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com
RE-LEARNING – Ryan Staal helps out Bonnie Hunt as she learns a few simple movements through the Legends CrossFit program, which is aimed to help seniors move better and feel stronger. Kalisha Mendonsa/Lacombe Express
‘Legends’ CrossFit helps seniors to stay in shapeNew local program aims to strengthen those in their golden years
4 Lacombe Express Thursday, April 23, 2015
ELECTION 2015
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BY SARAH MAETCHELacombe Express
Trustees from 19 school boards
across Alberta announced on
Monday that parents should ex-
pect class sizes to grow in the
wake of last month’s provincial
budget.
School boards from St. Thomas
Aquinas Roman Catholic Schools
(STAR), Red Deer Catholic Region-
al Schools and Wolf Creek Public
Schools share concerns about the
effects the budget will have on stu-
dent success in school divisions
with growing populations.
They are asking voters to pres-
sure local candidates and politi-
cians during the campaign to re-
consider the education cuts and
hopefully affect change.
For STAR Catholic, the 2015-16
school year is projected to have a
growth of 5%.
With the continued and con-
sistent enrollment growth also
comes the need for new schools
and more funding to support the
student growth. This in itself
leaves an imbalance between
school divisions that are not ex-
periencing growth, compared to
those which are, offi cials say.
“This provincial election bud-
get creates a two-tier education
system penalizing the divisions
across Alberta that are experi-
encing especially strong growth,”
said STAR Catholic Board Chair
John Tomkinson.
The more challenging aspect of
the provincial budget for STAR is
the three-year funding freeze on
any enrollment growth, which
will be a devastating blow to the
school division, he said.
STAR has seen a substantial
increase in enrollment over the
past fi ve years with student num-
bers jumping from 2,669 to 3,517.
“Because of that growth, di-
visions such as STAR Catholic
shoulder a much greater percent-
age of the education cuts than
others, creating inequality in
education funding,” said Tomkin-
son.
STAR predicts a funding short-
fall of $1.8 million next year. With
the carried defi cit, increased
growth and two new planned
schools, the budget shortfall will
grow and create dire circum-
stances.
“With the recent capital proj-
ects we are blessed to have re-
ceived, STAR Catholic will have
the capacity and facilities to add
nearly 1,400 students in the next
two years,” said Tomkinson. “In
this election budget, those are
now all unfunded students and
that is completely unattainable
and unsustainable.”
To maintain current service
levels and to accommodate the
increased number of students,
STAR is looking at a cost of $41.5
million, which leans toward $1.8
million in anticipated cuts. To
cover the shortfall, in the future
STAR could be looking at reduc-
ing classroom support, enlarging
classroom sizes and making cuts
to programs that affect the most
vulnerable types of students.
“It’s still to be determined,”
said Tomkinson. “But without
acting on the enrollment growth,
it will reduce our stability and
with limited resources, it leaves
us in an undesirable position.
“For the future of an equal,
adequate and sustainable edu-
cation system that serves all
children, now is the time for all
concerned about our children’s
future to speak out. This election
campaign we are asking everyone
concerned about education in Al-
berta to discuss this issue with
the candidates in your area and
send a clear message to the gov-
ernment that our kids should be
a priority.”
The PC government also re-
leased a response on Monday,
stating the school boards were
not providing the full picture to
Alberta parents.
“This year, my department
reduced its operating budget by
nine per cent and directed these
savings to the front lines,” said
Minister of Education Gordon
Dirks. “I’ve been clear all along
that school boards will be per-
mitted to use their reserve funds
if needed to meet front-line ser-
vice needs in the coming fi scal
year while they fi nd savings in
non-teacher costs — that is what
this money is there for. These are
school boards, not school banks.”
Dirks added that the 2015
provincial budget asked school
boards to fi nd 2.7% cost reduction
in administrative and non-teach-
er savings, without affecting
teacher positions. School boards
are expected to use their reserve
accounts if needed in the coming
year during the transition.
Wolf Creek Public Schools
could not be reached for com-
ment at the time of publication.
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BY SARAH MAETCHELacombe Express
The new police facility planned for the
City of Lacombe is already anticipated to
be over budget. City councillors received
an update on the design progress of the fa-
cility earlier this month.
Council directed administration to ten-
der the project using a cost estimate and to
utilize a portion of the 2014 budget surplus
to meet the anticipated funding shortfall.
“I am pleased that council is allowing the
estimated $391,600 overage to be funded
from the projected 2014 budget surplus,
as it helps meet our objective of attain-
ing the 25-year usable life of the building
while demonstrating fi nancial prudence,”
stated City of Lacombe CAO Norma Mac-
Quarrie.
Development of the project began in
March 2014, with the Police Facility Design
Committee touring four police facilities
within the province. A section of land in
the Wolf Creek Industrial Park was also
selected as the location for the facility.
Through the City’s 2014 and 2015 bud-
gets, a total of $8 million was set aside
for the facility. The initial estimate of $8
million was compiled in 2007. After more
design refi nements, a new estimate was
crafted based on completed architectural
drawings and totaling $7,818,000.
The Committee, identifying the impor-
tance of accurate cost projections, collabo-
rated with the Lacombe Police Service, ar-
chitecture and design fi rm to reduce costs
in areas where possible, while ensuring
the facility will suit the future needs of the
police service, offi cials said. “Wherever
possible, we found cost reductions to assist
in this project,” said MacQuarrie. “It cer-
tainly is refl ective of what is to come.”
Cost reductions were made by minimiz-
ing the number of cameras, revising gen-
erators sizes, eliminating exterior storage
areas and reducing the number of interior
walls, among other architectural tweaks.
With the reductions, savings of $500,000
were realized, bringing the estimation for
the construction of the facility to $7,307,000
for a project total of $8,391,600. Although
the cost is not set in stone, council’s en-
dorsement was required to utilize the 2014
budget surplus towards the project.
“I commend the Police Facility Design
Committee for a job well done in keep-
ing our overall budget in mind when the
cuts to the facility design and keeping the
increasing costs within the fi ve per cent
range,” said Mayor Steve Christie. “I’m
also pleased that council recognizes the
importance of this state-of-the-art facility
to our community.”
MacQuarrie said the project will be sent
out to tender at the end of April with con-
struction anticipated to start shortly after.
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GOOD TIMES – Roberta Luttmer, left, and Brian Reis of the Blackfalds Cheemo Senior’s Club enjoyed some fl oor curling with other members of the group. Each week, the group meets sev-eral times to play games and enjoy each other’s company over coffee. Kalisha Mendonsa/Lacombe Express
Thursday, April 23, 2015 Lacombe Express 7
OPINION
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Supporting victimsThis week in April is
marked by the Government
of Canada as National Vic-
tims of Crime Awareness
Week. The 10th annual
Victims Week is observed
across the nation from
April 19th to 25th.
It’s a time used to raise
awareness about the many
issues victims of crime
face, the services and pro-
grams provided to them
and the various laws in
place to help victims and
their families.
The theme for this year
is ‘Shaping the Future To-
gether’, which recognizes
the actions made by vic-
tims, advocates, criminal
justice professionals and
volunteers, who continue
to shape the future that
will give victims of crime
a voice within the criminal
justice system.
The government has
also introduced a concrete
legislative measure in 2014
to ensure that these voices
are heard. Bill C-32, the
Victims Bill of Rights Act,
was introduced which gives
distinct rights to victims of
crime at the federal level.
It recognizes that victims
should have the right to in-
formation, protection and
participation as well as the
right to seek restitution.
Other measures have
already been enacted that
continue to recognize the
important rights of vic-
tims of crime including
Bill C-53, which ensures
heinous criminals are kept
behind bars for life and Bill
C-26, that protects children
from sexual exploitation
and online crimes.
Throughout Canada
there are countless dedicat-
ed professionals and volun-
teers who actively support
making the future brighter
for victims of crime.
Many of us may have
been a victim of crime
ourselves or have a fam-
ily member who has been
affected. As a victim of
a crime, it can often be a
confusing time right after
the police leave, especially
when it comes to navigat-
ing the criminal justice
system. “What is the fi rst
step?” many may ask.
Since 1993, the Lacombe
Victim Services Unit has
offered support, informa-
tion and referrals to people
in crisis. The vital local or-
ganization has trained vol-
unteers on hand who can
assist victims and help to
lessen the impact of crime.
Each victim’s circum-
stances are unique, but
the advocates can often act
as someone to talk to after
the police fi rst leave, pro-
vide advice on community
resources, information on
restitution and fi nancial
benefi ts, the status of a
case, input into sentencing
by a Victim Impact State-
ment and court prepara-
tions. The Lacombe Victim
Services Unit provides as-
sistance to primary vic-
tims, as well as to those
who are beyond the victim
who may receive repercus-
sions of a crime.
Campaign rhetoric usually
translates policy into options vot-
ers understand. Wildrose em-
phasized the connection between
higher taxes, increased spending,
greater defi cits and why Alber-
tans should vote for them. The
NDP, with a personable and decent
leader, has an easy task explaining
why ‘Albertans deserve better.’ We
surely do.
What about the PCs?
The machine is well-oiled. “We
have a campaign strategy and a
well-organized campaign,” said
head mechanic Kelly Charlebois.
“Certainly everything is falling
into place exactly the way we an-
ticipated.”
The fi rst thing in place was re-
branding. This practice, all cow-
boys know, is highly favoured by
cattle rustlers. It worked in the
past. Randy Dawson, running the
current campaign, fi rst tried it out
when former Premier Ed Stelmach
promised “change that works.”
Next election, another former Pre-
mier, Alison Redford, promised
“change from within” because the
Tories were, “Not your father’s PC
party.”
Here is Premier Jim Prentice’s
version: “Albertans were very dis-
appointed by their government. So
was I.”
To assuage our common dis-
appointment, we should vote for
Prentice and his plan, a plan with-
out intelligible content. The budget
that so offended fi scal conserva-
tives is the fi rst step in restructur-
ing the entire economy: no more
dependence on oil and gas. What
will replace oil and gas, Jim, toma-
to production? Nobody knows.
According to the premier, “Ev-
erywhere I go people agree that we
need a plan.” Right. Plans are just
the ticket. Commissar Jim has a 10-
year plan. Even Commissar Stalin
only went in for a fi ve-year model.
For Prentice, professing a plan is
evidence of competence and real-
ism.
“It’s fi ne for those on the extreme
right and extreme left to criticize,
but it’s incumbent upon them to
put forward a plan that’s realistic.”
Why should they play the plan-
ning game rather than remind
electors of what the PCs have done
over the last decade?
Dawson pulled the extremist
gambit last time and it worked.
But no one considers the remain-
ing Wildrosers extremist, so much
as honest. And the leftiness of the
NDP, as one wag said, has always
been more gauche than sinister.
Prentice’s remarks betray a deep
Tory anxiety.
For good reason. Just before Jim
McCormick, a former party presi-
dent, resigned from the PC board,
cryptically citing looming legal
problems, seven (maybe nine) PC
nominations were beset with se-
rious scandals —well-publicized
allegations of illegality, bribery
and tampering by “the boys on the
third fl oor,” which is to say by the
premier’s offi ce in the middle of
which sits Dawson.
The dilemma faced by Prentice,
Dawson, Charlebois and the lesser
mechanics is common to all oligar-
chies: more money than support-
ers. Under modern circumstances
this forces them into a PR cam-
paign, into an ‘air war,’ to use the
contemporary image. Specifi cally,
they must dominate the airwaves
hoping no one else can get a mes-
sage across. If only nonsense about
a meaningless 10-year plan is avail-
able, perhaps Albertans will forego
their common sense and vote for
them.
What these cup-bearers to the
oligarchy have overlooked is that
every time they put Prentice or the
PC logo in front of a voter, it turns
them off. It makes people angry,
not supportive. Because the entire
process is bogus, from recruit-
ing Prentice to purging Danielle
Smith, every exposure of slick Jim
just confi rms that judgment.
Randy, you can’t make a silk
purse from a sow’s ear, even in Al-
berta. To retain the porcine imag-
ery so appropriate to an organiza-
tion with two feet in the trough for
a generation, lipstick on a pig does
not hide the pig. It draws attention
to it.
“Choose Alberta’s future,” the
PC slogan instructs. Let’s do just
that.
Barry Cooper is a research fellow at the Canadian Defence and Foreign Af-fairs Institute. His column is distributed through Troy Media.
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proaches, party leaders were hot on the
campaign trail for the third week.
Re-instating government programs, di-
versifying the economy and hospital park-
ing rates were all topics up for debate on
Tuesday.
Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley an-
nounced that the NDP would help create
summer jobs for approximately 3,000 stu-
dents by restoring the provincial Summer
Temporary Employment Program (STEP),
which was eliminated in 2013.
“Alberta’s students deserve to have the
best job opportunities this summer,” said
Notley. “That’s why the NDP will help
open the doors for young Albertans by
restoring STEP and undoing the damage
caused by the PCs’ reckless cut. By invest-
ing in young Albertans, we will help stu-
dents take their fi rst step up the ladder and
we will help build our province’s future.”
STEP was established by the Govern-
ment of Alberta in 1972 to create summer
job opportunities for students.
Notley announced STEP would be re-
stored by investing $10 million annually to
create the 3,000 jobs each year.
“By reversing the PCs’ cut and restor-
ing STEP, we will create new opportuni-
ties for students to gain the experience and
skills they need to enter the workforce and
continue their learning outside the class-
room,” she added.
Wildrose Leader Brian Jean announced
a Wildrose government would make it
mandatory for hospitals to offer two-hours
free parking.
“Visiting a sick family member or loved
one in the hospital comes with a heavy
emotional cost,” he said. “We shouldn’t
add fi nancial costs to what is already a dif-
fi cult time. This refl ects our commitment
to make lives more affordable for Alber-
tans and help them keep more of their
money in their pockets.”
Jean stated Alberta Health Services
(AHS) generates around $70 million in rev-
enue from current hospital parking fees.
The Wildrose move towards two-hour free
parking would put an end to AHS profi ts
from parking and make it more affordable
for those to be a part of their loved ones’
care and recovery, he said.
He also responded to PC comments
about the Wildrose low-tax balanced bud-
get and savings plan.
Alberta Party Leader Greg Clark an-
nounced the PCs have failed to diversify
the province’s economy. “During the last
forty-four years the PCs have been saying
that we need to diversify Alberta’s econo-
my,” he said. “Forty-four years later the
PCs are saying exactly the same thing with
no results.”
Clark stated the Alberta Party plans to
diversify the economy with market-driven
solutions that will make it easier to start
and grow business.
“The Alberta Party believes in market-
driven economic diversifi cation where
entrepreneurs and the free market, not
the PCs decide the future direction of Al-
berta’s economy,” he said.
Premier Jim Prentice announced that
after hearing from Albertans during the
course of the campaign, he would recon-
sider reducing the charitable donation tax
credit in the 2015 provincial budget. He
added the PC government would maintain
the previous rate.
“I’ve said during this campaign that
leadership is about diffi cult and sometimes
unpopular choices,” said Prentice. “Hear-
ing from Albertans during this campaign,
it’s become clear that this choice was more
than simply unpopular. Rather, Albertans
have told me it was seen as contrary to our
values as Albertans — values of generos-
ity, community and looking out for one an-
other. These are the leaders who manage
your charitable dollars to deliver critical
services and cultural excellence. These
are the people we turn to, to help build and
support our communities and we cannot
tolerate even the impression that we might
put that in jeopardy.”
He noted that the previous measure
would have saved the province $90 million
annually, but rescinding the change would
not affect the three-year timeline for bal-
ancing the budget.
“Our plan has fi scal discipline at its
core,” said Prentice. “This is a small
change but an important one and one must
take to respect what Albertans have told
us. We will continue to move forward with
a realistic plan, taking immediate action
on challenges we face, while breaking the
boom and bust cycle and saving for future
generations.”
The provincial election is set for May
5th.
Polling stations will be open from 9 a.m.
to 8 p.m. the day of the election.
Advance voting will take place from
April 29th to May 2nd from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Advance polls in the Lacombe-Ponoka con-
stituency are located at the Offi ce of the
Returning Offi cer: 117, 5001 52 St. Lacombe
and the Rimoka Seniors Lodge at 5608 57
Ave. Ponoka.
Visit www.electionsalberta.ca.
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Week three of election campaign draws discussion
The Lacombe and Dis-
trict Chamber of Com-
merce will be hosting an
all candidates forum for
the provincial election on
April 27th. The forum will
be held in Centennial Hall
at the Lacombe Memorial
Centre (LMC). The forum
will begin at 7 p.m.
Candidates from four
parties within the La-
combe-Ponoka constituen-
cy will be present including
Doug Hart for the Alberta
NDP, Ron Orr for Wildrose,
Tony Jeglum for the Alber-
ta Party and Peter DeWit
for the PC Party.
The forum will be car-
ried out under the supervi-
sion of the 2015 Chamber
Board and Political Action
Committee with the help of
volunteers who will act as
timekeepers, greeters and
scrutinizers. The public is
invited to submit questions
on paper provided. The
questions will be read by
scrutinizers to the candi-
dates on behalf of the pub-
lic. No political signs will
be allowed inside the LMC
or Centennial Hall.
Complete forum rules
and regulations can be
obtained through the La-
combe and District Cham-
ber of Commerce offi ce.
Additional questions can
be directed to info@lacom-
bechamber.ca or by calling
403-782-4300.
Another provincial can-
didates forum for the La-
combe-Ponoka constituen-
cy will also be held on April
29th at the Stagecoach Sa-
loon in Ponoka. Doors will
open at 6:30 p.m.
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Candidates forum to be held in Lacombe
CHOOSE YOUR CANDIDATE - The 2015 provincial election begins to heat up with many can-didate signs visible around Lacombe and area. Voters will head to the polls on May 5th.
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Thursday, April 23, 2015 Lacombe Express 9
BY SARAH MAETCHELacombe Express
Approximately 200
grandparents and grand-
friends visited the La-
combe Christian School on
Monday.
The annual Grandpar-
ents and Senior Supporters
Day was a day for the stu-
dents to show their appre-
ciation for the seniors in
their lives.
“It is one of our biggest
social events of the year,
and we always have a great
turnout,” said Fiona Prins,
development offi cer for La-
combe Christian School.
The day began with a
special lunch in the West
Campus gym just for the
230 grandparents. Attend-
ees were treated to a lunch
of soup and many desserts,
all which were made by
parents and families from
the school.
After lunch, the grand-
parents and senior sup-
ports watched a short
presentation put on by the
Kindergarten to Grade 6
students.
As the students took to
the stage, they were eager
to wave at their grandpar-
ents and showcase some of
their skills.
The two Kindergarten
classes performed two songs,
10,000 Reasons and The But-
terfl y Song. The Grade 1
classes recited Psalm 1.
The Grade 2 students
performed two poems they
presented during the La-
combe Music Festival last
month called God Thinks
You’re Wonderful and Noise
Day.
The Grade 2/3 class
sang Thank You, Jesus.
The Grade 2 class sang
On Top of Old Spaghetti,
a new take of On Top of
Old Smokey. The Grade 4A
class presented We Love our
Grandparents, an original
presentation with lettered
signs noting the many rea-
sons as to why they love
spending time with their
grandparents.
The Grade 5 classes per-
formed two songs titled
Holy, Holy, Holy and The
Penguin Dance they also
presented at the Lacombe
Music Festival. The Grade
6 class rounded off the
performances by reciting a
poem called Grandparents,
We Love You.
After the presentations,
the grandfriends were in-
vited to visit the students in
their classrooms in either
campus.
Each classroom was a
bustling place, with the stu-
dents playing games, read-
ing, drawing or participat-
ing in some type of activity
with their special visitors.
Grandparents spent the
afternoon bonding with
the students and building
community across multiple
generations.
National Grandparents
Day, a day usually set aside
in September, began in
Canada in 1995.
The government de-
clared the second Sunday
in September of each year
as Grandparents Day to
acknowledge their impor-
tance in the structure of
the family in the nurturing,
upbringing and education
of children.
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VERY SPECIAL VISITOR - Grandparent Trudy Kuipers visits with her grandson LiamVanderPlaat in the Kindergarten classroom of the Lacombe Christian School during the annual Grandparents and Senior Supporters Day. Sarah Maetche/Lacombe Express
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fyifyi Your weekly Community Events Calendar
EVENTSThe Annual Pancake Supper Fund-
raiser will be held at Lincoln Hall on April 25th. This year all pro-ceeds will go to Lucas Wilhelm, a young boy that has recently been diagnosed with a tumor and is undergoing treatments in the Stollery. See the ‘Hope For Lucas’ page on facebook to learn more. Supper will be served anytime between 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Attendance by donation. All are welcome.
Community BBQ fundraiser, April 25th, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the No Frills parking lot in Lacombe. 100% of the proceeds go to the victims of the April 12th fi re.
The Lacombe Palliative Care So-ciety invites you to join them in celebrating their 20th Anniver-sary. The event on Tuesday, May 5th will be held at St. Andrew’s United Church Hall 5226-51 Ave. Lacombe. Dinner at 6 p.m. At 7 p.m. speaker Kimberly Rideout, a cancer survivor, will speak of her journey following a cancer diagnosis. A freewill offering will be taken. RSVP by May 1st to Marg at marglink@shaw.ca, Irene at 403-782-4314 or Diane at dlind@hotmail.com or call 403-782-4554.
Gideon’s Banquet hosted by Wolf Creek Chapter: Friday, May 1st at 6:30 p.m. at Kozy Korner 5024-53 St. Lacombe. Join us as we embark on a creative journey to reach Canada with the gospel of Jesus Christ. Contact Ray or Elenor Merkus for tickets at 403-782-1490 or email emerkus5@gmail.com.
Pine Lake Singers and Friends Spring concert runs Sunday, April 26th at 2:30 p.m. at the Pine Lake Hub Community Centre. Lunch provided. Admis-sion $5. Everyone welcome.
Mother’s Day Tea: Saturday, May 9th from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Elnora Museum. Shortcake, coffee and ice cream. All pro-ceeds will go to the museum.
Bentley School Staff Reunion: Thursday, Aug. 6th to coincide with the Town of Bentley’s 100th Anniversary this sum-
mer. Any former Bentley School staff members are asked to contact Arnie MacAskill at 403-782-7183 or email amacaskill@telus.net so the committee can establish names and contact information for the reunion. More information to follow.
Friends of the Library will be pleased to hear a local natu-ralist and conservationist, Dr. Bird - presenting the his-tory of the J.J. Collett Natural Area, 7 p.m. on April 23rd at the LMC in the County Room. Light refreshments will be served, free admission.
Friends of the Library Garage
Sale: May 22nd and 23rd from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It’s time for spring cleaning. Due to fl ood restoration at the library, please bring your donated items to 5805-52 Ave., one block south of the Christian School, a white with green trim home. It would be appreciated that you phone 403-782-6485 before bringing garage sale items and before May 21st. No furniture, TVs or large appliances. Thank you for your supports during many years.
Friends of the Library will have a book sale during Lacombe Days in July. Further informa-tion will be available towards the beginning of June.
Lacombe Walking Group meets Wednesdays from 12-12:30 p.m. at the Medcombe Walk-In-Clinic. No Registration required.
Kozy Korner — Tuesday Dinners every week at noon. Sunday Mu-sic April 12th and 26th at 1 p.m.
Lacombe Dance Lessons – social
and choreographed ballroom dancing. Traditional Two-step or Cha Cha/Jive. For details, phone Cliff at 403-782-4094.
St. Andrew’s United Church Jr. Choir for ages fi ve to 18. Meets Thursdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. con-tact Jessica at 403-352-5486.
St. Andrew’s United Church Adult Choir for those 18 and older. Practices on Wednesdays from 7:15 – 8:30 p.m. Contact St. Andrew’s United Church of-fi ce at 403-782-3148 for more details about the choir.
Quilting and crafts held at Black-falds United Church on Mon-
days at 9:30 a.m. Help make quilts or bring your own quilt/craft to work on. Check out our website at blackfaldsunited-church.com or call 403-885-4780 for more information.
The Lacombe Legion has bingo on Mondays at 7 p.m. in the upstairs hall. Coffee time runs Wednesdays from 9:30-11 a.m. ($2 for coffee, tea and cook-ies). On Fridays, there are four meat draws and tickets are $2/set of three tickets. Draw starts at 6:30 p.m. On Saturdays, there are four meat draws which start at 4:30 p.m. Chase the ace starts after meat draws.
Parkinson Alberta Education offers supports groups for persons with Parkinson disease, fam-ily members and caregivers at the following Central Alberta locations: Red Deer, Lacombe, Innisfail, Olds, Three Hills and Castor. Visit www.parkinsonal-berta.ca for more information.
New to Lacombe? Contact La-
combe Welcome Wagon at 403-348-9567 for free maps, information about the City & area, as well as free gifts from local businesses. New baby in the family? Contact Lacombe Welcome Wagon at 403-782-0475 for free information, baby product samples as well as free gifts from local businesses.
Youth Unlimited Drop-in Activi-ties: Drop-in activities now run every Tuesday from 6 – 9 p.m. with ball hockey on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 – 9 p.m. Girls only drop-in is also Wednesdays from 6 – 9 p.m. Thursdays Grade 3-6 drop-in program runs from
3:30 – 5:30 p.m. and Grade 4 and up program from 6 – 9 p.m. Cost is 2$ for drop-in and ball hockey with drop-in 10 passes at $10 and ball hockey season pass at $50.
Taoist Tai Chi a relaxing, low impact exercise; continuing classes year round, for those who have completed beginners or have learned Taoist Tai Chi before. Participate in classes of your choice. Available in Red Deer, Lacombe, Rocky Mountain House, and Innisfail. Contact 403-346-6772 for more information.
Affi rm – providing safe and confi -dential support to people of all sexual orientation and identity, their families and friends. We meet in Lacombe. For more in-formation, call Marg at 403-782-1887 or Ross at 403-782-3671.
Imperial Daughters of the Em-pire is a non-profi t women’s volunteer program that raises money in support of numerous initiatives supporting educa-tion. Meetings are held on the
fourth Tuesday of every month and begin at 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church. For more information about the group, feel free to contact Mary Lou Wilson 403-782-3923.
Lacombe Art Guild – the guild meets regularly on the sec-ond and third Tuesday of each month. A variety of workshops are provided for developing art-ists. Membership is $15 per year. Contact Betty Peers at 403-782-9968 or blog lacombeart-clubwordpress.com. Meetings run in LMC Credit Union Room at 5214 50 Ave. in Lacombe.
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society Table Talk Coffee Group: Meets the second Friday of each month at Demi’s Restaurant (Lacombe Motor Inn) at 10 a.m. If you or someone in your life has been affected by MS, join us for a fun, casual and supportive coffee chat. For more info, please contact Terri Blanchard at 403-346-0290.
Stay and Play – Gull Lake Hall, Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Bentley Town Offi ce Fridays 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Stay and Play is designed to encourage families to spend time together in play, while having the op-portunity to socialize and learn about the community and exter-nal resources. $2 drop in fee per family is suggested. For more information call 403-748-2160.
Bentley TOPS- Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Every Tuesday in the basement of the Bentley Town Offi ce at 7 p.m. Con-tact Carolyn 403-396-1002 for more information.
Carpet Bowling, Wednesdays at 10 a.m. at the Bentley Com-munity Hall. New and returning players welcome. No experience necessary. Call Arnold at 403-748-2744 for more information.
Clive TOPS – Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Every Thursday at the Clive Christian Fellowship Church 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Clive Seniors’ Drop-In – 1:30 p.m. every Monday at the Clive Meeting Room. Contact Allan Street at 403-784-3884 for more information.
Mirror Jolly Seniors — pancake breakfasts are held every sec-ond Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Encore Art Sale celebrates artistsART ON DISPLAY Donna McLaren and Denise Schrauwen browse Gordon Hiebert’s booth.
UNIQUE CREATIONS - Lacombe-based visual artist Danielle Folkerts arranges some of the wa-tercolour works at her booth.
GOOD VIBRATIONS - Craig Gomez and Dominique Adams treated attendees to their relaxed music styles.
ARTISTIC WONDERLAND - Red Deer-based artist Christine Karron stands among many of her illustrations and animal-inspired art pieces.
From vibrant acrylic paintings to photography, live music and pottery, the Encore
Art Sale and Celebration held this past weekend truly was a celebration of artistic
expression in Central Alberta.
The 16th annual sale encompassed visual and musical arts, providing a unique
cultural experience to all who walked through the doors of the Lacombe Memorial
Centre.
“It was an excellent weekend,” said Maureen MacKenzie of the City of Lacombe.
“It was very well attended both days. We received many comments and people really
enjoyed the new artists.”
Featured artist Marg Metcalf, a well-known artist from Sylvan Lake who depicts
fl orals and panoramas from her travels, was on hand both days meeting with guests
and providing a few special presentations.
On Friday night, attendees of Date Night spent the evening out enjoying art, fi ne
wine and beer, appetizers and a variety of live music.
This year, the show boasted 14 new exhibiting artists who brought a splash of
colour and artisan works to the show.
On Saturday afternoon, artisan Arne Handley demonstrated how he creates his
beautiful pottery works. The Lacombe Art Guild was also present on both days and
encouraged attendees to paint a stroke or two on a community piece of art.
Fifty-one students from the Wolf Creek School Division participated in the Stu-
dent Art competition.
The emerging artists entered an astounding 78 pieces of art and were competing
for three awards from the Lacombe Arts Endowment and Art Exhibit and Sale Com-
mittees.
Kasandra Calkins of Lacombe won the Dustin Peers Memorial Drawing Award.
Elli Young of Mirror was presented with the Jan Holoboff Junior High School Art
Award and Sofi a Capettini of Lacombe received the Charlie Donald Memorial High
School Art Award.
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MUSIC TO OUR EARS - Kayleigh McMann played a lovely piece on the piano while attendees cruised the displays.
Story and photos by Sarah Maetche/Lacombe Express
12 Lacombe Express Thursday, April 23, 2015
City Council DatesLacombe City Council Meetings are open
to the public and all are encouraged to attend.
Meeting agendas are posted online at www.lacombe.ca by
3:00 p.m. the Friday before every Council Meeting.
The next scheduled Regular Council Meeting dates
and times are:
Monday, April 27, 2015, at 5 p.m.Monday, May 4, 2015, at 5 p.m. (Committee Meeting) Monday, May 11, 2015, at 5 p.m.
City Pagelacombe.ca
Kinsmen Aquatic Centre News The Canadian Swim Patrol program provides enriched training
for kids who are ready to go beyond the AquaQuest program.
Swim patrollers can work on content appropriate to their ability,
no matter what level they’re enrolled in. Ability is the only
prerequisite for the Canadian Swim Patrol program.
This program consists of three levels: Rookie, Ranger and Star.
Spring sessions are as follows: April 10-May 8 (Fridays 4pm -
6pm) and May 22- June 19 (Fridays 4pm - 6pm). Program cost is
$65. Please call (403)782-1278 for more information or to
register.
Looking for courses to become a lifeguard? We off er them all at
the Kinsmen Aquatic Centre. Call (403)782-1278 to fi nd out
how to become a lifeguard before summer starts.
Speed Awareness Month The Government of Alberta and the Lacombe Traffi c
Safety Committee would like to remind residents that
April is Speed Awareness Month. Did you know:
• Speeding doesn’t always kill. Brain injuries are one of the
most common injuries that results from speed-related
collisions
• Speeding reduces the eff ectiveness of seatbelts and
other safety devices such as air bags and side impact
beams
• Demerits for speeding range from two points (exceeding
the posted limit by less than 15 km/h) to six points
(exceeding the posted limit by more than 50 km/h);
Council Meeting Highlights
2015 Recreation and Culture Grant Program – approved community projects
Reminders
Public Notice
Below are some highlights from the April 13 Regular Council
Meeting. For detailed information about Council Meeting
proceedings, please go to www.lacombe.ca to access the
Meeting Agenda.
Street NamingCouncil approved Wagon Close, Pioneer Crossing, Sagebrush
Crescent, Horseshoe Crescent, Settler Avenue, Hacienda Crescent,
and Harvest Point as the new road names to be located in
Mackenzie Ranch. Council also approved Strawberry Plains Way
and Harrison Drive as the amended road names to be located in
Metcalf Ridge.
Award of Contract for Hydraulic ExcavatorCouncil awarded the 2015 Hydraulic Excavator RFP to Rocky
Mountain Equipment (Red Deer), for the purchase of a brand
new 2015 Case CX210C Hydraulic excavator. Council also
recommended that the 2001 CAT 320CL be traded in as part of
this transaction, for a total purchase price of $211,500.
Police Facility UpdateCouncil directed Administration to tender the Lacombe Police
Facility as contemplated in the most recent “Class B” cost
estimate, and fund the previously unidentifi ed estimated cost
from a portion of the forecasted 2014 budget surplus, which is
anticipated to be $409,121.
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CongratulationsCanadian University College, On Obtaining
University Status And On Your Impending Name Change To Burman University!
Public Notice As of May 1, 2015, Maple Drive and Maple Close will be changing to UNIVERSITY DRIVE in recognition of CUC’s change to Burman University!
All addresses for properties within the University Campus have been changed accordingly.
For Information Contact:City of LacombePlanning and Development Department403-782-1264 EXT 220
UNIVERSITY DR
Community Group Project Title Grant Approval ($)
Lacombe Performing Arts Centre Foundation
Canada Day Concert 2,800
Wolf Creek Primary Care Network
Aging Well 2,721.24
Wolf Creek Primary Care Network
Prescription to get Active 1,251.38
Maddox Dance Co Local-Motion 3,516
Canadian University College – Physical Education Centre
“Never Leave the Playground”by Stephan Jepson
1,500
Central Alberta Youth Unlimited
Unlimited Fun Run 711.38
Total Grant Allocations 12,500
The City of Lacombe is pleased to announce the list of projects
approved to receive funding from the 2015 Recreation and Culture
Grant Program. This is the second year of the grant program,
which supports new recreational and/or cultural programs and
services that seek to enhance the quality of life of local residents.
The City has provided qualifying groups with additional funds
to facilitate the 2015 Recreation and Culture Grant Program. The
available grant funding for 2015 was $12,500, an increase of $2,500
over last year.
“The City of Lacombe is pleased to partner with local organizations
to provide fun new recreation and culture opportunities through
this program,” said Recreation and Culture Manager Sandi
Stewart. “The 2015 projects will benefi t many in our community:
local seniors through the Wolf Creek Primary Care Network and
Canadian University College programs; families will be able to
enjoy the Lacombe Performing Arts Centre Foundation and
Central Alberta Youth Unlimited events; and Maddox Dance Co.
will bring everyone together with their inter-generational dance
classes.”
The Lacombe and District Recreation, Parks and Culture Board
reviewed a record number of requests for funding – totaling over
$54,000 – on behalf of the municipality.
Below is a list of organizations chosen to receive funding through
the 2015 Recreation and Culture Grant Program:
Thursday, April 23, 2015 Lacombe Express 13
City Pagelacombe.ca
Library opens temporary kiosk What’s New? Lacombe Police Service seeks community feedback The Lacombe Police Service is looking for input and feedback
from residents via an online survey on how they as a police
service are meeting the needs of our community, and how the
citizens of Lacombe gauge the safety of our city.
Every few years, the police service conducts this type of survey,
and then uses the results to plan service level strategies and
priorities for the next business cycle. The survey only takes a
few minutes and all Lacombe residents are encouraged to
provide their input and feedback, as this is an important tool of
helping ensure police service strategies align eff ectively with
community needs.
The online survey can be found at the City of Lacombe website
(www.lacombe.ca) under the Lacombe Police Service tab. Paper
copies of the survey are available at both the Lacombe Police
Station and at City Hall.
PUBLIC NOTICE
For Information Contact:
PHONE: 403-782-12
E-mail: @Lacombe.ca
www.lacombe.ca
Where do I get more information?
A copy of the may be viewed at
www.lacombe.ca or at the City of Lacombe City Hall at
5432 56th Avenue during office hours.
When is the Public Hearing?
If
How do I get involved?
Any person or group wishing to express their views on the
proposed road will be given the opportunity to
make a presentation.
All written letters or petitions regarding this amendment are to:
(a) be filed with the Chief Administrative Officer no later
than 4:30 PM on
(b) contain the names and addresses of all persons making the
presentation, and
(c) state the name and address of all persons authorized to
represent a group of persons or the public at large.
DATE of First Publication:
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Planning and Development PermitsCurrent to April 16, 2015
DATE PERMIT# LOCATION DEVELOPMENTApril 16 61/250.69 71 Ebony Street Semi-Detached Dwelling
April 16 61/250.70 73 Ebony Street Semi-Detached Dwelling
April 16 61/255.07 30 Estella Crescent Home Occupation 1
DATE PERMIT# LOCATION DEVELOPMENTApril 16 61/250.64 13 Liberty Close Existing Deck and Shed
April 16 61/250.56 13 Ebony Street Sunroom
Documents pertaining to the development permits may be inspected at City Hall, 5432-56 Avenue, during regular business hours. Anyone claiming to be aff ected by
the approval of the Permitted Uses with Variances or Discretionary Uses may submit an objection within 14 days from the date of notice. The appeal must be in writing,
accompanied with a $50.00 fee and be directed to: Lacombe Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, Attn: Secretary to the SDAB, 5432 - 56 Avenue Lacombe, AB T4L 1E9
Discretionary Use Take notice that the following Discretionary Use Permits have been approved:
Permitted Use Take notice that the following development permits have been approved as PERMITTED USES in that they conform in every respect to the Land Use Bylaw
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DATE PERMIT# LOCATION DEVELOPMENTApril 16 61/250.73 5030 Highway 2A Restaurant 5030 Highway 2A
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The Mary C. Moore Public Library has established basic library
services at a temporary kiosk in the Lacombe Memorial Centre
(LMC), and it will stay open until the library reopens in its
permanent location.
The temporary library kiosk will be located under the staircase in
the LMC foyer, and its hours of operation are as follows:
• Monday, Wednesday and Friday – 11 am – 4 pm
• Tuesday and Thursday – 4 pm – 8 pm
“The kiosk will allow library members to speak with staff , have us
place holds, and pick up their library materials,” said Head Librarian
Christina Petrisor.“We look forward to serving our members at
this temporary location while the library is undergoes repairs
and renovations. On behalf of the Library Board, I want to thank
everyone in the community for their continued support during
this difficult period.”
The kiosk has no phone at the present time, and there is no public
computer access. For library related inquiries, please contact
Christina Petrisor at (403) 598-2495.
14 Lacombe Express Thursday, April 23, 2015
As spring cleaning season begins, Alberta Health Ser-
vices (AHS) is reminding Albertans to take steps to protect
themselves from Hantavirus. Hantavirus — a potentially
fatal illness that primarily affects the lungs and respira-
tory system — is caused when humans inhale particles
of urine or feces from an infected rodent, which become
airborne when disturbed. As such, anyone who disturbs
areas of mice or mice droppings can be at risk.
To protect yourself and reduce your risk of illness, fol-
low these precautions whenever cleaning areas of mice or
mice droppings. Open doors and windows for ventilation,
and keep out of the area for at least 30 minutes prior to
commencing clean up.
Wear rubber gloves and thoroughly soak droppings,
nests and dead mice with a bleach and water solution (one
part bleach to nine parts water) or a household disinfec-
tant. Let the bleach water solution sit for fi ve minutes.
Never disturb any droppings, nests or dead mice, pri-
or to soaking with this bleach solution. Mop up bleach-
soaked droppings, nest and/or dead mice, or pick up with
paper towels, and place them in a plastic bag.
Seal the bag and put in a garbage container with a tight
fi tting lid. Wash your gloves before removing, and then
wash your hands.
Never vacuum or sweep droppings, nests or dead mice.
This can create dust that can be inhaled. The dust may
contain Hantavirus. If dealing with signifi cant mouse in-
festations or with mouse infestations in enclosed spaces
with poor ventilation, contact Health Link Alberta (1-866-
408-5465) to discuss necessary precautions.
Although rare, Hantavirus can be fatal. Infected indi-
viduals typically show symptoms one to two weeks follow-
ing exposure; however, symptoms can appear up to fi ve
weeks after exposure. Symptoms resemble severe fl u, in-
cluding fever, body aches, chills, abdominal problems and
severe breathing problems. Any Albertan who has recent-
ly been in an area contaminated by mice and subsequently
develops severe fl u-like symptoms or diffi culty breathing
should see a doctor immediately.
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BY KALISHA MENDONSALacombe Express
Last week bronze medal
Olympian Lyndon Rush
joined the Town of Black-
falds during the Volunteer
Appreciation event, where
two citizens were acknowl-
edged for their community
impact. Rebekka Flyer, 15,
was awarded the Dylan
Stork Youth Ambassador
Award for her dedication to
the Central Alberta Home
School Choir, a group that
hosts concerts to support
an orphanage in Mwanza,
Tanzania.
Jeanette Edwards was
presented with the Carol
Simpson Volunteer of the
Year Award for her engage-
ment in the town of Black-
falds, particularly with the
seniors’ Cheemo Club. As
well, Edwards has been in-
volved in a number of oth-
er volunteer opportunities
in her community.
“Volunteering is some-
thing that I’ve always want-
ed to do. When my kids
were growing up I volun-
teered with their bowling
and other things like that.
In Blackfalds, it’s such a
small community and you
get to know people that you
want to help. I just love to
help people the best I can.
I was overwhelmed being
given this award.”
After the awards were
presented, Rush took to the
stage to share how volun-
teering had impacted his
life and career. He also pro-
vided insight on his jour-
ney to the 2010 Vancouver
Winter Olympics as part of
Canada’s bobsled team.
“The biggest way I’ve
been impacted by volun-
teers has been through
coaches. I started playing
sports really young and in
so many of my formative
years, I was impacted by
these men and women that
were volunteering to help
me have fun at a sport.
“Along the way, coaches
are always trying to teach
you. They know that al-
most none of these kids are
going to be professionals,
so they teach other skills as
well. They teach you things
like to be good in your com-
munity.”
Rush had taken part
in many sports as a child
growing up in Humboldt,
Saskatchewan. He excelled
in football in his high
school years, and was en-
couraged to partake in uni-
versity football.
During his time in high
school, Rush was impacted
by a coach who encouraged
him to pursue an athletic
career. “We had a football
coach in high school who
was an RCMP member in
my town. He was a busy
guy, and I remember it
was hard for him to get to
practices a lot, but he was
always there. Because he
was a police offi cer, he kind
of knew which kids were
getting into trouble or the
directions they were going.
I remember him talking to
me personally, and saying
he knew I wasn’t getting
myself into trouble,” Rush
said.
“He encouraged me a lot.
I was a good football player
in high school, and they
thought I’d play in univer-
sity – that’s huge because
you get your education paid
for. (Coach Horsley) really
encouraged me to stay out
of trouble, and to keep up
with my sports.”
Currently, Rush resides
in Red Deer with his family,
where he and his wife are
engaged in giving back to
their community.
kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com
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For Information Contact:
PHONE: 403-782-12
E-mail: @Lacombe.ca
www.lacombe.ca
Where do I get more information?
A copy of the may be viewed at
www.lacombe.ca or at the City of Lacombe City Hall at
5432 56th Avenue during office hours.
When is the Public Hearing?
If
How do I get involved?
Any person or group wishing to express their views on the
proposed road closure will be given the opportunity to make a
presentation.
All written letters or petitions regarding this amendment are to:
(a) be filed with the Chief Administrative Officer no later
than 4:30 PM on
(b) contain the names and addresses of all persons making the
presentation, and
(c) state the name and address of all persons authorized to
represent a group of persons or the public at large.
DATE of First Publication:
DATE of Second Publication:
For Information Contact:Calvin Bennefi eld
Parks and Facilities Manager
Phone: 403.782.1252
www.lacombe.ca
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Precautions to reduce risk of Hantavirus
GIVING BACK – Olympic bronze medallist Lyndon Rush joined the Town of Blackfalds last week during their volunteer appre-ciation event, where he shared the impacts of volunteerism in his life and career. Kalisha Mendonsa/Lacombe Express
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ARTS & LEISUREBY SARAH MAETCHELacombe Express
The museum comes alive for ZAP! The-
atre’s latest production Oh, Horrors! It’s
Murder!
The well-seasoned cast will take au-
diences on a family-friendly adventure
through the wonderfully fascinating and
spooky world of the musical murder mys-
tery.
Oh, Horrors! It’s Murder! plays at the
beginning of May and the Central Alberta-
based theatre group is busy putting the fi n-
ishing touches on the production.
“It’s very much a murder mystery,” ex-
plains ZAP! Theatre General Manager and
Director Daniel Allers during a rehearsal
on April 18th. “It’s very much a musical
and it’s very much a comedy.”
In this production, the audience will act
as mere observers, watching the mystery
unfold right before their eyes. Even as they
fi rst enter the venue, they will be trans-
ported directly into the setting, being truly
immersed into the world and atmosphere
of the museum, setting the stage for the
show.
“Basically, we take you to the Hamilton
Museum, where there is a series of dis-
plays going on,” explains Allers. “You are
here for a lecture by Dr. Dirk Carlton, who
has discovered a famous Egyptian tomb.
He is going to reveal for the fi rst time the
artifacts. All is well until he starts speak-
ing, the lights go out and he is found dead.
And then all the calamity that ensues in
fi guring out ‘who done it’.”
The cast of 13, along with the many be-
hind the scenes crewmembers, have been
rehearsing since January. Allers chose
this production to add variety to ZAP! The-
atre’s growing list of quality productions,
he said.
“We have done so many different variet-
ies of plays over four years,” he said. “So
we picked this. It has sort of been in our
back pocket.
“Murder mysteries are always really
popular because people like coming and
trying to fi gure out who did it. So we have a
great time with that.”
In his directorial debut, Allers has been
granted some artistic freedom, truly mak-
ing the eerie production his own.
“This is everyone’s primary outlet and
we always try and stretch the envelope
to fi nd something new to do,” said Allers.
“Every production we have done has been
absolutely stellar. To be able to try and
maintain that — to not just do something
that is fun and enjoyable, but also has that
part where you say, ‘I haven’t seen that be-
fore,’ that’s what every director’s dream is,
to do something different.”
For Allers, who started ZAP! Theatre
four years ago, and the cast, the produc-
tion company has become so much more
than just an opportunity to hone their tal-
ents on stage. “We started this to maintain
friendships, build skills and offer family-
friendly entertainment for Central Alber-
ta,” he said.
All of the costs of the production are di-
rectly covered by the cast itself, allowing
every penny raised throughout the run of
the show to go towards the charity project
they have selected and supported over the
past years, an orphanage in Tanzania.
Amberly Bootsman, originally from Po-
noka, who’s been with the company since
day one, said she was slightly dismayed
when she graduated from other theatre
programs and didn’t have an outlet to
channel her passion. “I was quite excited
when Daniel got ZAP! together and to be
involved again,” she said. “It’s really a
great community on stage and off.”
“We had actors who love to act but had
no opportunity to do so anymore, so this
was both started as an opportunity to do
that and to also have another fundraiser
each year,” said Allers of ZAP! Theatre’s
purpose and support of the orphanage.
Ben Butcher, of Lacombe, said the cast
and ZAP! Theatre has become like a fam-
ily to him. “It’s more than just theatre,” he
said. “I like the fact that it’s actually doing
some good in the world.”
Oh, Horrors! It’s Murder! plays May 1st
at 7 p.m., May 2nd at 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.,
May 8th at 7 p.m. and May 9th at 1:30 p.m.
and 7 p.m.
Performances are at Asker Lutheran
Church, east of Ponoka on Hwy. 53 and
north on RR 23-2. Doors open half an hour
before showtime.
Admission is by a free-will offering. All
proceeds raised will go towards support-
ing the Christian Life Orphanage located
in Mwanza, Tanzania.
For more information about Oh, Hor-
rors! It’s Murder! or ZAP! Theatre, contact
Allers at 403-348-1891 or email zaptheatre-
productions@gmail.com.
news@lacombexpress.com
MYSTERY, MURDER, MAYHEM– ZAP! Theatre presents Oh, Horrors! It’s Murder! next week. ZAP! Theatre photo
Oh, Horrors! It’s Murder! showcases mystery
16 Lacombe Express Thursday, April 23, 2015
Being a chef, I am certain that you will
think my opinion is biased when I tell you
that garlic is my friend. However, I have
reasons to support my love for this little
bulb.
I honestly believe that most people, who
say they hate the taste of garlic must have
been exposed to an overpowered Caesar
dressing or Greek Tzatziki sauce at some
point in their lives.
Garlic, when cooked, does not have that
overly pungent fl avour reminiscent of
these raw form recipes. Alternatively, it
has a sweeter and smoother temperament
and adds a depth of fl avour to your dish
that cannot be mimicked.
A perfect example of this would be roast-
ed garlic. Whole heads of garlic roasted in
the oven can be pureed and mixed into an
endless variety of recipes such as bread-
dough, dips, spreads, stuffi ngs, etc. and it’s
one of the easiest things to prepare.
Preheat your oven to 450 degrees. Keep
the garlic heads whole, and cut off the tops
of the garlic heads, just enough to expose
the tops of the garlic cloves. Place the
heads of garlic in an ovenproof casserole
dish equipped with a lid. Drizzle 1/2 tea-
spoon of olive oil over each of the exposed
garlic heads, and season lightly with salt
and fresh cracked pepper.
Cover and bake for 45 minutes. Remove
from the oven and let stand at room tem-
perature (with the lid on) until cool enough
to touch. Serve whole for presentation, or
squeeze out the cloves and mix into a vari-
ety of spreads, dips, or sauces.
Garlic is one of the oldest cultivated
plants and has been hailed as one of world’s
most celebrated medicinal vegetables.
There are many stories that proclaim
of its pure powers to increase endurance
and stamina. It also has many therapeutic
properties. Medical studies have confi rmed
that garlic contains natural antibiotic and
cleansing qualities and it is used to treat a
wide range of health problems.
When buying garlic, you want to make
sure that that the bulb or ‘head’ is not dis-
coloured and it is tightly wrapped in its
own natural paper-like skin. Do not buy
garlic that is falling apart, as this is a sure
sign of its age. Additionally, stay away from
garlic that has little green sprouts coming
from the encased cloves — although these
are virtually harmless, they are a sign that
the garlic has been stored in an area that
is too humid.
Garlic is best stored in a cool, dry, well-
ventilated space and it will keep for several
months. It is not recommended that you
store garlic in your refrigerator.
I cook with and consume garlic on a dai-
ly basis. There are many ways to add this
wonderful vegetable to a variety of dishes;
just practice ‘moderation’ if the thought of
the taste in your recipe scares you.
Dear Chef Dez:
I have heard that the common garlic
available in grocery stores comes from
China. Is this true and if so where can I
buy local garlic?
Sincerely,
Roy R. Nanaimo, B.C.
Dear Roy:
Yes, this is usually the case. The sign at
your produce counter should say where
the garlic is from, or if sold in small mesh
bags of three heads there will be a tag on it.
Alternatively you can always inquire with
the produce staff if you are unsure about
the garlic’s origin. A few phone calls to
markets in your area, before you venture
out, will save you some time.
Chef Dez is a food columnist, culinary instruc-tor and cookbook author. Visit him at www.chef-dez.com
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ARTS & LEISURE
Would you buy an air-
plane ticket if the pilot re-
fused to check his instru-
ment panel before taking
off ?
You’d probably would
run for the woods, choose
another airline or decide
it’s safer to go by train. But
a recent study shows some
surgeons are not following
proven surgical guidelines
for a potentially fatal op-
eration.
A study done at the Uni-
versity of Alberta reviewed
carotid endarterectomies
done in four western prov-
inces. This study revealed
one in 10 of these proce-
dures should not have been
performed, and 47% were
done for dubious reasons.
Endarterectomy is a
common operation per-
formed to prevent stroke in
patients who have partial
blockage of carotid arter-
ies. These arteries, situ-
ated along both sides of the
neck, carry oxygenated
blood to the brain.
Patients with partially
blocked carotids often suf-
fer from transient isch-
emic attacks (TIAs), mini-
strokes. They complain of
blindness and numbness
lasting only a few seconds.
Unfortunately, TIAs are of-
ten the prelude to a major
stroke and there’s no better
case for practicing preven-
tion.
The surgical treatment is
similar to a plumber’s ap-
proach to a blocked drain.
But, rather than inserting
a snake to remove the ob-
struction, surgeons use del-
icate instruments to scrape
and suck out atheroscle-
rotic plaque. It’s a tedious
and potentially dangerous
task. During the operation
a portion of plaque may
break loose, travel to the
brain and cause a stroke,
the very thing the opera-
tion was meant to avoid.
It’s a tragedy if a pa-
tient suffers a stroke when
there’s valid reason for the
surgery. But if it happens
when surgery is unjusti-
fi ed, it’s a catastrophe im-
possible to measure.
So why are questionable
endarterectomies being
done? Dr. Henry Barnett,
professor emeritus at the
University of Western On-
tario, is a world authority
on carotid endarterectomy.
He says guidelines for
this surgery have been
researched and are clear
about when and when not
to use the operation. And
that some surgeons are not
following the guidelines.
For example, the opera-
tion should not be done if
the carotid artery is only
50% blocked. And great
care should be taken if pa-
tients have no symptoms
such as TIAs. In these
cases the risk of surgery is
greater than the risk of the
disease.
This report reminded
me of one of my Harvard
professors who reminded
us that, “It’s impossible
to make a patient feel any
better if he or she has no
symptoms!”
The study also revealed
the risk of questionable
surgery depends on where
you live. Surgeons in Sas-
katchewan received the
most accolades as 78% of
the operations adhered to
the strict guidelines. Sur-
geons in British Columbia
followed the specifi cations
in only 46% of cases.
For surgeons, this fi nd-
ing is like getting caught
with a hand in the cookie
jar, an embarrassing ex-
perience. But the result of
this study, reporting po-
tential problems has been
good for patients.
Dr. Max Findlay, a neu-
rosurgeon at the Univer-
sity of Alberta Hospital,
reports that due to this crit-
icism the rate of inappro-
priate endarterectomies
has fallen from 18% to zero
in Edmonton!
But should this surgery
ever be proposed for pa-
tients who do not suffer
from TIAs? If blockage is
extensive even without
symptoms, it could be the
lull before the storm, and
the risk of stroke greater
than the risk of surgery.
The transcranial Dop-
pler is being used to deter-
mine which patients need
surgery. If this procedure
detects the presence of
micro emboli (tiny blood
clots) in the brain, it’s be-
lieved these patients would
also benefi t from the opera-
tion.
See the web site at www.docgiff.com.
Why surgeons need cockpit training
Cooking with garlic – is it a friend or is it a foe?
Dr. Gifford
J O N E S
C H E F D E Z
on Cook i ng
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The Bentley Generals returned
home empty-handed after a loss
in the 2015 Allan Cup fi nal to the
South East Prairie Thunder, who
won the game 2-0.
Coach Ryan Tobler was – like
the rest of his team – very disap-
pointed but still was proud of the
team for all of their hard work
put forward over the 2014/2015
season.
“Of course, we fought right till
the end. They battled and we did
great on a fi ve on three, and we
tried to build some momentum
from that. Look who they beat
– they beat the host, they beat
Grand Falls, they beat us. Some-
times you just have to tip your hat
to certain teams,” Tobler said.
“I just feel bad because we have
this great group of guys who bat-
tled very well all year. It’s really
tough to swallow, but that’s the
way it is, so there isn’t much to do
now. I feel bad for the team to lose
in that moment after working so
hard.”
Mark Agnew of the Prairie
Thunder took the lead in the sec-
ond period with the game’s fi rst
goal, assisted by Rob Smith and
Greg Beller. In the third period,
the team scored again, this time
with Shawn Limpright sharing
the glory with Terry Yake and
Blake Forsyth.
Generals coach Tobler said
that although Prairie Thunder
had taken the lead, the Generals
fought hard to try and even up the
score.
“I thought that defensively, we
were great. We didn’t give them
hardly anything – the problem
was that they didn’t give us much
of anything, either. You’re run-
ning into a trapping system like
that, and the goaltender just
blocked so well. We just didn’t
seem to get sustained pressure,”
he said.
“It was one of those games
where we’d love to have had an-
other shot at it, but that’s just not
how it works. We had our chanc-
es, albeit limited, but we had a
few chances to tie it up. We need-
ed that fi rst goal to make things
change a little bit but it didn’t go
our way this year. However, I’m
extremely proud of how we got
there.”
The Generals led their division
this year with a season record of
23 wins, one loss and no ties. Un-
fortunately, the work didn’t pay
off this year, but serves as moti-
vation for next.
“Of course the fi re will come
back and we will just try to get
back up on that horse. Two years
in a row now we’ve made it to
semis, and then the fi nals and
next year we will have another
shot at redemption. We made it
all this way, and soon something’s
got to give,” Tobler said.
“We lost three games all year,
and that last game is the biggest
one and it hurts.
The atmosphere was great. The
tournament (Clarenville) put on
was outstanding. The fans were
great. We were ready. We had
great energy coming off of the big
win against Grand Falls, and we
just couldn’t seem to get through
(Prairie Thunder). They had a
system and stuck to it, so I’ve got
to give them credit. Right now, it’s
still really tough to swallow.”
Tobler said that although it was
a diffi cult loss, he and the rest of
the team would learn from it.
“It’s still fresh, and maybe
when I go back and watch the
game I’ll see something that I’ll
want to change. But that’s the
way it goes when you lose – es-
pecially in a big game. You’re al-
ways going to have the could’ve,
would’ve, should’ve feelings. I
guess it’s another learning op-
portunity, that’s about all I can
say about it.”
kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com
TOUGH LOSS - Bentley Generals defenseman Giffen Nyren faced off against a South East Prairie Thunder player during the 2015 Allan Cup championship, where the Prairie Thunder took the championship title. photo submitted
Bentley Generals disappointed after Allan Cup loss
18 Lacombe Express Thursday, April 23, 2015
BY JENNA SWANLacombe Express
As the Esso Cup National Champion-
ships continue, the Sutter Fund Chiefs lost
to the Sudbury Lady Wolves Tuesday eve-
ning 7-2 in Red Deer.
That followed a victory on Monday as
the Red Deer Major Midget ‘AAA’ team
took on the Edmonton Thunder in the sec-
ond game of the championships.
The electrifying chant of “Go Chiefs
Go!” bellowed from the crowd of around
600 fans sporting their red gear in support
of their team as the Esso Cup’s own ‘Battle
of Alberta’ unfolded.
As the only two teams from Alberta com-
peting in the Cup, the Chiefs and the Thun-
der were no strangers after having come
up against one another in their respective
league championships.
While the Chiefs may have fallen short
in their provincial battle, losing out to the
Thunder at the end of their season – it was
a victory Monday evening after the Chiefs
conquered 2-0.
The Chiefs play tonight against the Cen-
tral Plains Capitals at 7 p.m. in hopes of
making it to Friday’s semi-fi nals and again
on to Saturday’s fi nals.
Head Coach for the Chiefs Tom Bast
said dedication and determination were
responsible for the back-to-back wins their
team had taken following Sunday night’s
victory against Moncton.
“There’s certainly been some pressure,
usually with host teams that’s what they
are there to do is host and they don’t usu-
ally win,” explained Bast. “Our objective is
to win – we’ve worked hard this year and
it’s been an incredible journey fi lled with
ups and downs but the girls know how im-
portant it is to work hard.
“They are well-schooled and well-disci-
plined and we have pushed them and pre-
pared them as well as we possibly could,”
he said.
And win they have, thanks in part to a
keen game of goalkeeping from Chief Sar-
ah Murray, who shut out the Thunder by
stopping the over 40 shots that came her
way.
“She really kept us in the game,” said
Bast.
“She is so dedicated and committed and
when you have any athlete that committed
and who wants to be the best then you’re
going to see that on the ice.
“She is so focused and very driven – ku-
dos to her because she has been that way
for us all year.”
Strong goaltending wasn’t the only rea-
son behind the Chief’s prevail over the
Thunder, with two strong goals coming
fi rst from Jordyn Burgar early in the fi rst
period, following by one from Abagael
Thiessen.
Currently Hockey Canada has both
Thiessen and Murray listed among the
tournaments ‘Players To Watch’ lists
alongside Chief Mairead Bast.
From an administration standpoint, Red
Deer Minor Hockey President Todd Thies-
sen said that as hosts Red Deer is break-
ing records with the number of tickets
sold thus far in comparison to the last two
years of the Esso Cup which were hosted
in Hamilton in 2014 and Burnaby back in
2015.
“I knew we were going to have a good
team and we have the advantage of being
able to play on our home ice in front of our
own crowd of fans,” said Todd, on his ex-
citement to be able to host the Cup.
“The energy has been unreal from our
crowds and we’ve had immense support
from local schools in bringing their stu-
dents to watch lunchtime games,” he add-
ed.
“There truly is no better way to promote
female hockey than hosting this level of
tournament and it is certainly a once-in-a-
lifetime opportunity.”
For more information about the Esso
Cup National Championships and to keep
up to date on scores and game times visit
www.hockeycanada.ca.
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Chiefs battle it out in Esso Cup championships
Local football player has CFL aspirationsBY SARAH MAETCHELacombe Express
For Kaedann Price,
playing the high-contact
sport of football is a stress
reliever.
The sport that some
cringe at while watching
the frequent points of im-
pact continues to draw the
young athlete in as his ca-
reer progresses.
“It’s healthy to get that
frustration out by join-
ing a contact sport,” said
Price.
He added that all kids
should play some type of
sport as it can also boost
your self-esteem. “It really
keeps you on your toes,”
he said.
Price, 15, of Lacombe
County, has been partici-
pating in sports through-
out his life. He fi rst began
playing pond hockey but
made the switch to football
three years ago.
“It turns out I was just
better at it,” he said. “I
was a bigger kid, so play-
ing football really helped
my self-esteem.”
Price started out playing
with the Lindsay Thurber
Junior Raiders in Grade
8 and received the presti-
gious 2012 Lineman of the
Year Award.
He has been a starter for
the Raiders’ senior team
from Grade 10 until pres-
ent. Since the Raiders sea-
son doesn’t ramp up until
the fall, in the meantime
Price channels his love of
football into playing with
the Prairie Fire Football
Club, a Central Alberta-
based high-level midget
football team.
He’s played with the
spring league team since
2013 as an offensive tackle.
He has also tried out and
made the Central Zone
Football team, which com-
peted at the 2014 Alberta
Summer Games.
Among intensive train-
ing and playing with vari-
ous teams, playing football
takes a lot of determina-
tion and hard work, said
Price. “It takes a lot of
work, conditioning and
mental skills, like learning
plays,” he said. “You have
to be tough, as you play in
rain, snow, sunshine and
everything.”
Price is currently at-
tending tryouts for the U18
Provincial Team. The try-
outs began on April 19th
and are ongoing through-
out the month. He also has
aspirations to play in the
CFL, college ball or the
NFL in the future.
“After Grade 12, I want
to attend and play for the
University of Calgary,”
said Price.
He also hinted that he’s
heard word that football
may be considered an
Olympic sport at some
point, so perhaps an Olym-
pic gold medal is also in
his future.
Price and the Prairie
Fire Football Club played
their season home opener
at ME Global Athletic
Park in Lacombe this past
Friday against the Calgary
Hilltoppers.
They will be returning
to Lacombe to defend their
home turf against the Fal-
cons on April 25th at 1 p.m.
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A big change may be looming,
Taurus. Think about leaving
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experience will bring.
ARIESMar 21/Apr 20
TAURUSApr 21/May 21
There’s a lot to accomplish
right now, Gemini, but
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to keep your attention focused
on the tasks at hand.
You tend to gravitate toward
leadership roles, Cancer. That
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sometimes you need a break.
Choose this week to stand on
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GEMINIMay 22/Jun 21
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when an unusual
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LEOJul 23/Aug 23
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Make the most of this time
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Accounting .......................... 1010Acupuncture........................1020Advocate/Mediation ............1025Antique Dealers & Stores ...1027Automotive ..........................1029Bands & DJ s ......................1030Beauty/Cosmetic ................1040Bookkeeping .......................1050Cabinet Makers ...................1054Child Care/Caregivers .........1060Carpentry ............................1062Car Rentals .........................1064Cat Work .............................1065Cleaning .............................1070Clerical................................1080Construction .......................1085Consulting ...........................1090Contractors ......................... 1100Computer Services ..............1110Drafting & Design................ 1120Eavestroughing ................... 1130Educational ......................... 1140Electrical ............................. 1150Entertainment ..................... 1160Escorts................................ 1165Farm Equipment ................. 1168Financial ............................. 1170Fireplaces ........................... 1175Flooring............................... 1180Food/Catering ..................... 1190Furnace Cleaning ............... 1193Glass Shops ....................... 1196Mobile Glass Shops ............ 1197Handyman Services ...........1200Health Care......................... 1210Income Tax .........................1220Insurance ............................ 1130Landscaping .......................1240Land Mapping .....................1250Legal Services ....................1260Limousine Services ............1270Massage Therapy ...............1280Mechanical .........................1285Misc. Services ....................1290Moving & Storage ...............1300Oilfi eld .................................1305Painters/Decorators ............ 1310Personal Services ...............1315Pet Services .......................1318Photography .......................1320Plumbing & Heating ............1330Printing................................1335Rental - Equipment .............1340Rental - Misc .......................1350Repair Service ....................1360Roofi ng ...............................1370Snow Removal ....................1380Travel ..................................1385Upholstery ..........................1390Well Drilling ........................1400Welding ............................... 1410Window Cleaning ................1420Yard Care ............................1430
Contractors 1100BLACK CAT CONCRETE Garage/Patios/RV pads
Sidewalks/Driveways Dean 403-505-2542
CONCRETE???We’ll do it all...Free est.Call E.J. Construction
Jim 403-358-8197
REMOVAL of old concrete, Garage/RV pads, driveways, patios, bsmt. Dave 352-7285
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Announcements .................0005-0030What’s Happening .............. 0049-0070Garage Sales ........................0100-0650Employment ........................ 0700-0920Service Directory ................. 1000-1430
Items to Buy/Sell ................. 1500-1940Agricultural .......................... 2000-2210For Rent ............................... 3000-3200Wanted to Rent....................3250-3390Real Estate ...........................4000-4190
Open House Directory ....... 4200-4310Financial ..............................4400-4430Transportation ....................5000-5240Legal/Public Notices .........6000-9000
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For VANIER Area
With 73 papers, approximately:$380.00/mo.
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With 42 papers, approximately $220./mo
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Please call Debbie for details403-314-4307
AdvocateOpportunities
Landscaping1240REFORESTATION NUR-
SERY SEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, &
berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Full boxes as
low as $0.99/tree. Free shipping. Replacement
guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca.
LegalServices 1260
CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon.
U.S. travel waiver. Divorce? Simple. Fast.
Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta
collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300/
1-800-347-2540.
Misc.Services 12905* JUNK REMOVAL
Property clean up 505-4777
CANADA BENEFIT GROUP. Do you or
someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up
to $40,000. from the Canadian Government. Toll free 1-888-511-2250 or www.canadabenefi t.ca/free-assessment. Livestock for Sale
GET BACK on track! Bad credit? Bills?
Unemployed? Need money? We lend! If you
own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer
Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420; www.pioneerwest.com.
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Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only
$269. + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this
newspaper NOW for details or call
1-800-282-6903 ext. 228.
Painters/Decorators1310JG PAINTING, 25 yrs. exp. Free Est. 403-872-8888
ClassifiedsYour place to SELLYour place to BUY
PersonalServices 1315
ATTENTION FARMERS and FARMERETTS
With spring here, it’s time for new beginnings and
perhaps a new relationship. Call Laura
Sincere Connections Dating Service Red Deer.
Call 403-886-4733
HIP OR KNEE Replacement? Problems
with mobility? The Disability Tax Credit. $2,
000 yearly tax credit. $20,000 lump sum refund.
For assistance call 1-844-453-5372.
Roofing 1370METAL ROOFING & SID-ING. 30+ colours available at over 40 Distributors. 40
year warranty. 48 hour Express Service available
at select supporting Distributors. Call 1-888-263-8254.
PRECISE ROOFING LTD.15 Yrs. Exp., Ref’s Avail.
403-896-4869
QUALITY work at an affordable price. Joe’s
Roofi ng. Re-roofi ng specialist. Fully insured.
Insurance claims welcome. 10 yr. warranty on all work.
403-350-7602
YardCare 1430
Spring clean ups withaeration and edging $130and up, weekly mowing,
family-owned and operat-ed, over 15 years
experience, careful opera-tors; Irish Green Yard Care
403 341-6620
SPRING cleaning, weekly mows, anything yards we
do. familyyards.com or call 587-876-8969
THE ROTOTILLER GUYGarden Rototilling & Yard
Prep. 403-597-3957
We change daily to serve you better.
Buy & Sell#1500 - #1990
Aircraft ..............................1510Antiques & Art ..................1520Auctions ............................1530Bicycles ............................1540Building Supplies ..............1550Business Machines ..........1560Cameras & Accessories ..1570Children’s Items ................1580Clothing ............................1590Computers ........................1600Concert & Event Tickets ..1610Equipment - Misc. ............1620Equipment - Heavy ..........1630Tools ................................1640Farmers’ Market &Food Basket......................1650Firewood ..........................1660Lumber ............................1670Garden Supplies ..............1680Lawn Tractors ..................1690Health, Dietary, Beauty ....1700Household Appliances......1710Household Furnishings ....1720TV’s, Stereos, VCR’s ........1730Hot Tubs & Accessories ..1740Jewellery ..........................1750Kid’s Deals........................1755Misc. For Sale ..................1760Musical Instruments..........1770Music Lessons..................1780Piano & Organs ................1790Office Supplies ................1800Pets & Supplies ................1810Pet Services ....................1820Cats ..................................1830Dogs ................................1840Sports Cards ....................1850Sporting Goods ................1860Collectors’ Items ..............1870Swap, Barter & Trade ......1880Travel Packages ..............1900Wedding Supplies ............1910Recycled Products............1920Wanted to Buy ..................1930Items to Give Away ..........1940
Auctions 1530AUCTION
Sales Wed. @ 6 pm. Antique sales 1st. Sun. of the month @ 1 pm. Apr.5
Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A
WE BUY FOR CASH.403-304-4791
Check website for full listingswww.bigstrapperauctions.net
FARM AUCTION. Satur-day, April 25 at 10 a.m.
Machinery, trucks, trailers, shelters, tools, antiques,
variety, tractors, and more! South of Amisk, Alberta.
Scribner Auction 780-842-5666; www.
scribnernet.com.
MEIER SPRING Classic Car & Truck Auction.
Saturday & Sunday, May 2 & 3, 11 a.m. 6016 - 72A
Ave., Edmonton. Consign today, call 780-440-1860.
Clothing 1590MEN’S coveralls size 44, $10, gown,rust/green fl oral size 8 $10 403-347-5316
Equipment-Misc. 1620
A-CHEAP, lowest prices, steel shipping containers. Used 20’ & 40’ Seacans insulated 40 HC DMG
$2450. 1-866-528-7108; www.rtccontainer.com.
Tools 1640SEARS Radial Arm Saw with stand and blades,
$125 obo. 403-342-0754
Firewood 1660AFFORDABLE
Homestead FirewoodSpruce, Pine, Birch -Split.
avail. 7 days/wk. 403-304-6472
B.C. Birch, Aspen, Spruce/Pine. Delivery avail.
PH. Lyle 403-783-2275
Firewood 1660FIREWOOD. Pine, Spruce,
Can deliver1-4 cords. 403-844-0227
LOGSSemi loads of pine, spruce,
tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location.
Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346
GardenSupplies 1680
AIR Compressor, Porter Cable, 40’ hose w/
nozzles, 3 HP, 4 gal., $100. 403-782-7439
END Tables, (2) matching, $14. ea. or both for $25.
403-782-7439
KENMORE lawn mower $50 obo 403-346-7384
RASPBERRY mature canes, free.
403-782-7439
HouseholdAppliances 1710FRIGIDAIRE fridge good working cond, white $200 obo 403-346-4263
HouseholdFurnishings1720COFFEE Table, glass, sil-ver 28.5’x57”, with 2 end
table 24” round, bought at Sims. $195. 403-352-8811
OAK pedestal table w/4 chairs and 2 leafs, good cond. $150 fi rm 403-746-5123 318-5420
SOFA $40; double bed $80 can deliver 403-346-0674
StereosTV's, VCRs 1730
VHS movies, (100). $75.403-885-5020
Misc. forSale 1760
Beswick, horses, porcelain, with Welsh Cob
(rearing), made in England. $175.
DCSHOES Cap, sz. 7 3/8, like new. $18. 403-352-8811
COFFEE table, glass top 20 x 26 $30; sleeping bag $8, queen size quilt $10 403-347-5316
GAS BBQ $150 obo 403-346-4263
RECLINERS, (2), Maroon,cloth, $45. each. Wine making equip., $55. Queen size. air bed with electric pump, $30; 403-343-2618
ROYAL Dux Bohemian Cat, porcelain, mint cond.
$35. Merrill Ortholight shoe, sz. 6.5, air cushion, women’s,
like new. $40. Maui Jim Sunglasses,
Makaha, with brown sport case, brand new. $95 403-352-8811
OfficeSupplies 1800OFFICE desk $100, 403-346-7384
SportingGoods 1860
PROSET Hockey Card, one box (NEW)
1991 - 1992, $30. GOLF bag, black,
traveling style. $45. 403-885-5020
Tired of Standing?Find something to sit on
in Classifieds
WantedTo Buy 1930
FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates,
collections, single items, military. We handle all
paperwork and transporta-tion. Licensed dealer.
1-866-960-0045; www.dollars4guns.com.
Agricultural#2000 - #2290
Farm Equipment ..............2010Haying Equipment ............2020Tractors ............................2030Combines & Headers ......2040Fertilizer Equipment..........2050Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060Equipment Wanted ..........2070Farm Custom Work ..........2080Farm Auctions ..................2090Livestock ..........................2100Livestock - Exotic..............2110Sheep ..............................2120Poultry ..............................2130Horses ..............................2140Horse Boarding ................2150Riding Supplies ................2160Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170Pasture Wanted ................2180Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190Seed Grain ......................2200Seeding & Tillage ............2210
Farm CustomWork 2080
CUSTOM TUBGRINDING
Truck mount grinderw/550 HP.
Call Nolan 403-357-9674
SECURITY GATESinstalled to your budget.
10 ft. to 32 ft., auto openers, key pad, solar or electric. Steel or wood posts, your gates or custom. Call for quote. TL Harris Bobcat
Service Ltd. Trent @ 403-358-1415
Livestock 2100PUREBRED red and black Angus bulls. 1 and 2 year
olds. Semen tested and delivered.Vicwin Farms 403-784-3517, 403-318-7363.
ANGUS BULLS,large selection of quality
2 yr. olds & yearlings, performance info avail.
fully guaranteed.LLB Angus
1-403-742-4226
FOR SALE. Simmeron Simmentals, fullblood full Fleckvieh bulls, yearlings and 2 year olds, polled and horned, A.I. blood-
lines, very quiet, muscled. 780-913-7963; www.simmeronranch.ca.
RED and black Angus bulls, semen tested and
delivery can be arranged. E & L Ranching in Bowden, Eric @
403 391-2259. Evenings @ 403 224-2396
RED ANGUS BULLSYearlings & 2 year olds.
Seman tested. Quiet disposition. Calving ease
heifer bulls. Delivered. Cripps Cattle Company
403-391-2648
RED Simmental yearling bulls from PB herd, rea-
sonably priced. Call Shane 403-588-1146
Grain, FeedHay 2190
1ST. cut hay for sale, Phone 403-782-3149
or 403-350-8800
SMALL Square Hay Bales:1st & 2nd cut.
SMALL Square Straw Bales403-784-2276
Start your career!See Help Wanted
Grain, FeedHay 2190HEATED CANOLA buying
Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola.
Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed.
Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252.
Condos/Townhouses30302 BDRM. Lacombe CondoGround fl r, 45+ bldg, N/S
no/pets. $1200/mo w/utils. Avail. May 1. 780-484-0236
Suites 3060DELUXE Innisfail 2 bdrm. n/p, balcony, inclds. water
$860 + utils, 403-348-6594
ELNORA, 3 bdrm., main fl r., 4 appls. $775/mo. incl. all utils, no pets. immed.
403-348-6594
MobileLot 3190
PADS $450/mo.Brand new park in Lacombe.
Spec Mobiles. 3 Bdrm.,2 bath. As Low as $75,000. Down payment $4000. Call at anytime. 403-588-8820
Real Estate#4000 - #4190
Realtors & Services..........4010Houses for Sale................4020Houses Wanted................4030Condos/Townhouses ........4040Acreages ..........................4050Acreages Wanted ............4060Farms/Land ......................4070Farms/Land Wanted ........4080Manufactured/Mobile Homes ..................4090Income Property ..............4100Commercial Property ......4110Industrial Property ............4120Cottages/Resort Property ..4130Businesses for Sale..........4140Buildings for Sale ............4150Lots for Sale ....................4160Out of Town Property ......4170Investment Opportunities ..4180Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190
Realtors& Services 4010
IVAN BRANDT, Maxwell Real Estate.All your farm needs.403-350-9603
HousesFor Sale 4020
“COMING SOON” BYSERGE’S HOMES
Duplex in Red Deer Close to Schools and Recreation
Center. For More InfoCall Bob 403-505-8050
SILVERWOOD LUXURY Modular Log Homes. Show
Home 311 - 36 Ave. SE, Calgary. Discover how we can design, build & fi nish your custom log home in weeks. 1-855-598-4120;
www.silverwoodloghomes.ca.
ManufacturedHomes 4090
THE HEART of Every Home is in its Kitchen.
Kitchen specials starting at $138,500. Upgrades
include full backsplash, stainless steel appliances
& more. For more informa-tion call United Homes
Canada 1-800-461-7632 or visit our site at www.
unitedhomescanada.com.
TO BE MOVED 16 x 80 3 bdrm. 2 bath, 2 walkin closets, vaulted ceilings, carpet/lino, inclds. appLs. and window coverings, n/s pet free home, $72,000 obo 403-350-0251
CommercialProperty 411012 UNIT MOTEL, net year
income $70,000. 5 unit apartment, net yearly in-
come $21,000. Pub, VLT’s, off sales, restaurant, net yearly income $220,000. Mortgage not included.
780-507-7999.
BusinessesFor Sale 4140HIGH CASH PRODUCING vending machines. $1.00 vend = .70 profi t. All on location in your area.
Selling due to illness. Call 1-866-668-6629 for details.
MortgagesBought/Sold4190BANK SAID NO? Bank on us! Equity Mortgages for
purchases, debt consolida-tion, foreclosures,
renovations. Bruised credit, self-employed,
unemployed ok. Dave Fitzpatrick:
www.albertalending.ca. 587-437-8437, Belmor
Mortgage
Transportation#5000-5300
Automotive Services ........5010Antique & Classic Autos ....5020Cars ..................................5030SUV’s................................5040Trucks ..............................5050Heavy Trucks....................5060Vans/Buses ......................5070Motorcycles ......................5080Campers ..........................5090Motorhomes......................51005th Wheels........................5110Holiday Trailers ................5120Tent Trailers ......................5130Utility Trailers ....................5140ATV’s ................................5150Boats & Marine ................5160Snowmobiles ....................5170Tires, Parts & Accessories ......................5180Auto Wreckers ..................5190Vehicles Wanted ..............5200Car/Truck Rental ..............5210Recreational VehicleRental ..............................5220Trailer Rental ....................5230Misc. Automotive ..............5240RV’s ..................................5300
Cars 50302006 VOLVO V50, leather int., cruise, air, rarely used
in winter, 127,000 km, $8,000. 403-506-2568
Trucks 5050
2001 Z71 L/B, 4wd, exc. cond., 251,000 kms, $4400 403-340-9248
Trucks 5050
2005, 5.3L, Z71 SPECIAL Edition Silverado, loaded, 180,000 km., $11,500 obo
403-350-6936
2004 Chev Silverado 2500, loaded,
200,000 kms. excellent cond.
$25,000 obo 403-342-0813403-307-8286
VansBuses 50702008 DODGE Grand Cara-van Stow n Go, 98,500 kms, $9350 403-358-7678
1995 DODGE Caravan $600;
1980 Dodge work van $300 780-877-2255
Motorhomes 5100
1989 29’ F350, very clean, sleeps 6, 61187 kms.
$14500, 403-358-7782
FifthWheels 5110
HOUSE ON WHEELS 2014 Premier Elite 40’ 2
bdrm, 4 slides, fully loaded,
$38,500 587-888-5595
2004 CORSAIR 26.5’, 1 large slide, well maint., ready for trip. $16,900.
403-227-6794
UtilityTrailers 5140
OPEN utility trailer for quad, single axle, 4’ x 6’, $500 obo 403-506-2568
Boats &Marine 5160TWO 2006 turbo watercraft
with trailer and covers, 30 hr. on each, $15,000 403-506-2568
Tires, PartsAcces. 5180ELECTRIC trailer dolly $200 obo 403-346-7384
AutoWreckers 5190RED’S AUTO. Free Scrap Vehicle & Metal Removal.
AMVIC APPROVED. We travel. May pay cash
for vehicle. 403-396-7519
Public Notice#6000
Public Notices ..................6010Special Features ..............6050
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$18.99each
$3.49
Coke or Pepsi Coke or Pepsi ProductsProducts
StrawberriesStrawberries
Snack Factory Snack Factory Pretzel CrispsPretzel Crisps
Co-op Gold Co-op Gold Thick Sliced Thick Sliced Side BaconSide Bacon
McCain PizzaMcCain Pizza
Alpine Grain Alpine Grain BreadBread
Mini Mini WatermelonWatermelon
Co-op Gold Co-op Gold Boneless Boneless Skinless Skinless
Chicken BreastsChicken Breasts
24x355ml - First 2
1lb. Package - No. 1 Grade - produce of
U.S.A.
Star Cut - Frozen - 680g
18 Pack - First 2
Selected Varieties -
170g1kg Package
Selected Varieties -
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