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Amanda Lindhout is continuing to spread her message of forgiveness and overcoming adversity to audiences all around the world. Read her story on pages 5 and 6. STEVE CARTY

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Special EventsSaturday, Feb. 14 - Music at Memorial presents Valentine’s Day with Randi Boulton, 7 p.m. Tickets available at the door or the church office weekdays 9 a.m.-12 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 14 - Sylvan Lake WinterFest continues with Polar Bear Dip at 1 p.m., Family Fun 12 p.m., fireworks 7 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 14 - Chili and a bun will be served at Sylvan Lake’s Legion in con-junction with Winterfest activities. Doors open at noon, $5 per person, 4916 50. Ave. Sylvan Lake.Tuesday, Feb. 17 - Shrove Tuesday pan-cake supper at Memorial Presbyterian Church (north of library and Legion ceno-taph), 5-7 p.m. Adults, $7.50; children 6-12, $5; children 6 and under, free. For info, contact Marg at 403-887-2098.Wednesday, February 18 - Family Game Night presented by Sylvan Lake Parent and Resource Centre and Flipside Youth Centre, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Open house and

game night at Sylvan Lake Community Centre. Registration required. Call 403-887-1137 for information.Wednesday, Feb. 25 - Sylvan Lake Seniors Bus to Deerfoot Casino Calgary. Leaves 8:30 a.m. Phone Joan at 403-887-7614.Thursday, Feb. 26 - Benalto and Area Rural Crime Watch Society general meeting, 7 p.m. Benalto Leisure Centre Ag. Grounds. Guest speakers and topic: Sylvan Lake and District Victim Services. BARCWS law enforcement partners in attendance. For information, contact Yvette at 403-746-3429.Friday, Feb. 27 - To Light a Candle screen-ing at Red Deer College Margaret Parsons Theatre, 7 p.m. A powerful account of the Baha’i people in Iran, a religious minority that builds solidarity, resilience and pride amend is people through its passion for education. For info, contact Robert at 403-304-9843.

Support ProgramsSylvan Lake AA meetings take place Tuesdays 7:30 pm Lions Hall; Sundays 8 pm Presbyterian Church (north door). For more info call male 403-887-4470, 403-588-5491 or female 403-887-4297.Sylvan Lake Al-Anon (for families and friends of alcoholics) 8 pm Sundays, Presbyterian Church (north door), Kathy 403-887-4470 or Robyn 403-887-2961.Mondays - Griefshare at Alliance Community Church, 7-9 p.m. Help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family members or friends. 4404 47 Ave. Sylvan Lake. Call 403-887-8811 for info.Narcotics Anonymous meetings Thursday nights 7:30 pm Sylvan Lake Bethany Care, 4700 47th Ave.

Weekly EventsMondays - Toastmasters Sylvan’s Slick Speakers meeting at Sylvan Lake Alliance Church, 4404 47 Ave. from 7-8:15 pm.

Club is open to everyone wishing to improve communication and leadership skills. Call Ian Oostindie 403-887-0968.Tuesdays - Taoist tai chi. New class begins January 13 , 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Anglican Church hall. For information, call 403-346-6772 or visit www.taoist.org.Wednesdays - Seniors Drama Troupe at Sylvan Lake Seniors Centre, 9:30 a.m. Everyone welcome. Call 403-596-3012 for more information.Thursdays - Sylvan Lake Seniors Bus to Red Deer. Pick-up starts at 9:15 am. Returning to Sylvan 1 p.m. from Parkland Mall. Call 403-864-2230 for info.Thursdays - Community Bingo at Sylvan Lake Seniors’ Centre. Precall at 6:30 bingo starts at 7 pm. Canteen opens 5:30 pm.Fridays - Meat draw at the Sylvan Lake Legion beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Monthly EventsFirst Sunday of month - Sylvan Lake Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary break-fast at the Legion. 4916 50 Ave. 9 am to 1 pm. Everyone welcome.

Volunteers WantedVolunteers required for Friends of the Library committee. We are looking for enthusiastic friends to support the library in many different ways. Please join us and have fun, meet like-minded people, volun-teer and feel good about supporting a service that benefits everyone in the com-munity! Call Debbie at 403-887-0968.

Groups & ActivitiesC.H.I.P.S. - Children’s Indoor playspace is a non-structured playtime for children 0-5 years old. Riding, climbing and bouncing toys provided and parents and caregivers can socialize. Mondays 9-11 am; Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30-11:30 am; Thursdays 12:30-2:30 pm. at the com-munity centre. Contact Kari for info, 403-392-0323.

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Nominations for Sylvan Lake’s most outstanding young citizens are now being sought for this year’s Sylvan Lake Leaders of Tomorrow Awards in May.

Community members — including coaches, youth workers, teachers, pastors and school administrators — are asked to identify youths between the age of

six and 18 years old who contribute to the commu-nity in a positive manner through their leadership and volunteer work.

Recipients will be recog-nized during a ceremony at the Community Centre May 1.

Nomination forms are available online at www.syl-vanlake .ca/ fcss /yout h/youth-leaders.

Organizers are also seek-ing volunteers to sit on the

awards selection commit-tee. Those interested in doing so are asked to con-tact Krista Carlson at 403-887-1137.

The program recognizes young leaders throughout the entire community, and organizers are hoping to secure the involvement of selection committee volun-teers from a wide variety of community organizations and educational institu-tions.

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Winter fun - The unofficial skating surface on the storm retention pond in the park behind Lakeway Boulevard maintained by neighbours and parents was a beehive of activity on Sunday. The surface has proved a popular skating location particularly on weekends and when school is out. TREVOR SIGFUSSON

January 316:37 a.m. – A 911 call

was received by RCMP dis-patch from a residence on Wildrose Drive in Sylvan Lake. The caller advised that a male was intoxicated and that he needed to be removed from the home. Based on the investigation conducted by the respond-ing members, the male was arrested without incident and several stolen items were recovered on his per-son. The confiscated prop-erty was confirmed by police to be stolen from a vehicle parked on Old Boomer Road. A 21-year-old Sylvan Lake male is charged with three counts of possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000 and failing to com-ply with a probation order.

7:02 p.m. – A family dis-pute at a residence in Eckville resulted in charges being laid against a 25-year-old female. A male contact-ed police and advised that his ex-common-law spouse was trying to break into his residence by kicking the front door and attempting to damage the lock. He also advised police that the female stole an item from him. Further investigation resulted in the female being charged with mischief under $5,000 and theft under $5,000.

February 18:15 p.m. – RCMP

responded to a fight in progress at the Boston Pizza in Sylvan Lake. A witness reported that a group of males were involved in an altercation at the restaurant bar which was sparked by a verbal dispute over a Super Bowl game. Police ques-tioned two males who remained in the bar and had sustained non-life threaten-ing injuries. The males were intoxicated and sent home. An investigation into the matter is continuing.

February 511:26 p.m. – A collision

on 46th Street in Sylvan Lake resulted in a charge against a Sylvan Lake female. A complainant advises that she attempted to avoid a head-on collision with another vehicle cross-ing over into her lane. RCMP attended and ques-tioned the driver of the sus-pect vehicle who exhibited signs of impairment. The female did not provide a

proper breath sample and was subsequently charged with failing to provide a breath sample under the Criminal Code.

February 68:14 a.m. – A 24-year-

old female is facing charges in relation to an impaired driving incident. RCMP stopped a vehicle on 50th Street at Lakeshore Drive in Sylvan Lake. A screening device was utilized and the female was charged with impaired driving and hav-ing a blood alcohol level over .08.

2:53 p.m. – RCMP attended the Walmart in Sylvan Lake after a report of a suspicious female in the electronics department of the store. Staff reported that the female appeared to be under the influence of a substance as she loaded her cart with several items. The female later left the cart at the front of the store and was observed by police wan-dering the parking lot. She was questioned by police and arrested for outstanding warrants. Several small sto-len items were also located on her person. A 30-year-old Red Deer female is fac-ing charges of obstructing a peace officer and shoplifting under $5,000.

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Thank you!To our staff:

During Staff Appreciation Week, we would like to ex-press our sincere gratitude for the commitment and personal contribution that you provide to our school division each day.

Whether your efforts are in teaching, making connec-tions with students as an Educational Assistant, driv-ing a school bus, maintaining our facilities, working in the offi ce, or in another important role, your dedication makes Chinook’s Edge a place ‘where students come fi rst’.

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Our government is committed to the safety and protection of all Canadians; this is the most important task for any gov-ernment. It takes strong leadership and courage to act when others would not, when faced with radical evil. The Prime Minister has stated that the Jihadi terrorists have declared war on Canada. One only has to notice the comments made by these radical terrorists to know this is true.

With the new session underway, there could be no greater distinction between our government and the opposition parties when it comes to the safety and security of Canadians.

The leader of the Liberal Party would have us only air drop parkas and warm clothing, then watch from the sidelines as defenseless people are hunted down and slaughtered for a dif-ference of belief. That position is unacceptable and un-Canadian. Canada has never stood idle when confronted with a global threat of evil.

Furthermore, the Liberal leader has disgraced our men and women in uni-form with his cavalier com-ments regarding our fighter aircraft operations against

ISIL. Canada does not sim-ply whip out our F-18s to engage in conflicts; we take a measured approach that is consistent with our allies in order to ensure Canadians are safe. Canadians are being targeted by terrorists because we have built a society based upon basic human rights and free-doms, which these jihadists despise us for.

The situation around the world continues to threaten the safety of Canadians and it is crucial that our government stay the course and remains committed to putting for-ward legislation aimed at protecting Canadians. Since 2006, our govern-ment has listed numerous terrorist entities under the Criminal Code, passed the Justice for Victims of Terrorism, launched our C o u n t e r - Te r r o r i s m Strategy in 2012 entitled Building Resilience Against Terrorism, passed the Combating Terrorism Act, and we have tabled the Protection of Canada from Terrorist Act, which will stop those who promote terror by creating a new

Criminal Code offence and give broader powers to our national security officials.

With this new legisla-tion, the courts will be able to order the removal of terrorist propaganda online; CSIS, under judi-cial authority, will be able to intervene to prevent

specific terror plots while in the planning stages, and will prevent terrorists from travelling by enabling the sharing of relevant information across federal depart-ments and agencies.

Jihadi terrorism is not a human right; it is an act of

war. The measures our government has intro-duced since 2006 will strengthen and protect the rights of Canadians against those Jihadi ter-rorists who seek to destroy the principles which make Canada the greatest coun-try in the world.

In my lifetime, I have discovered that lots of things that happen in the real world are camouflaged with smoke and mirrors.

It is true we do see through a glass darkly.

However, one thing I know to be true.

Music softens the harsh-est day and pianos are God’s gift to humanity.

I grew up in an old house with a leaky roof and worn, cracked linoleum on the floor. It was a drafty house and I’m sure even the mice that crept in out of the cold to hide in the corners were never really warm.

But we had a coal and wood stove in the kitchen and the heat that emitted from its cavernous depths was comforting and deli-cious.

And when that big yel-

low school bus dropped me off down the street and I opened the front door and found my father to be home, I was totally happy living in that bachelor pad devoid of curtains and other little ‘woman touches.’

For one thing, we had the piano.

It was a stately piano, all dark wood and shiny. It was situated in the room we called the ‘front room.’ Living room was not a term I was familiar with.

Actually, as a kid, the best part of the piano for me was the fact that my mom’s picture was on top of it.

I was told at a very early age that my mom had gone to be with the angels, and after a while I came to understand that living with the angels was a permanent

thing and she wasn’t going to ever be coming home to hug me and make supper.

So I learned to live with a mom who existed in a picture, smiling at me con-stantly and never scolding me about getting my home-work done or brushing my teeth.

My mom used to play the piano, I was told. I was also told she played ‘Minuet In G’ beautifully, with a touch so soft and perfect it sounded like an angel was at the keyboard.

I set out to learn to play ‘Minuet In G’ so people would say I sounded like an

angel, or at least like my mom — but no one ever did.

By the time I was 15 years old, I moved out of the house with the leaky roof and left behind the piano with my mom’s pic-ture on it, and pretty much gave up learning to play ‘Minuet In G’ like my mom.

But as usually happens in this lifetime, fate and cir-cumstances collided, and when I was 18 years old, I found myself in another home graced by a piano.

It belonged to my boy-friend’s mom.

Today, that same piano sits in my living room. And across its polished top march a gay profusion of pictures of kids and grand-kids who belong to me and that boy of long ago.

And every day I still

attempt to tinkle the ivo-ries, struggling to make the music that lives inside of me come out.

And now and then I am lucky enough to have my home graced by wonderful musicians whose fingers on the ivories bring that old piano to life.

And sometimes when the lace curtains at my win-dow flutter in the night breeze drifting in through the open window and the notes from the piano float outside, it happens.

I am surprised by joy.And when I look up at

the top of my piano, I swear I can see my mom’s picture sitting there.

And she is smiling.Treena Mielke is editor of

the Rimbey Review, a sister publication of the Sylvan Lake News.

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In the year and a half since the release of her best-selling memoir A House in the Sky, Amanda Lindhout’s life has changed drasti-cally once again.

The book, which recounts Lindhout’s 15 and a half months of captivity in Somalia between 2008 and 2009, spent 12 straight weeks as the number one book in Canada following its paperback release last fall. As of last week, it was still on the bestsellers list at number 10.

While its release and subsequent success have increased Lindhout’s already-frenetic workload, Lindhout relishes the opportuni-ty it’s given her to share her story of forgive-ness with audiences all around the world.

“It’s just given me a platform that I feel very fortunate to have,” she said. “It’s liter-ally, over the last year and a half, brought me all over the world, and in 2015, the list of countries that I’m going to to speak on stages is really exciting.”

An upcoming speaking tour will see Lindhout make stops in India, Nepal, Pakistan, Oman, Kenya, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and South Africa. And that’s only until mid-April.

After that, she’ll continue to very much be a part of the book’s impending transition to the big screen: a screenplay adaptation is

currently being worked on by Lindhout’s A House in the Sky co-author and New York Times Magazine contributing writer Sara Corbett.

Talk right now suggests production will begin later this year, creating a feeling for Lindhout she can only describe as “surreal”.

“Having a Hollywood movie made of your life ... I think it will be difficult, of course,” she said. “It’s depicting not only fun times of my life travelling around the world, but also the darkest moments of my life, and no doubt that will be difficult to watch as they film, and to watch once it’s finished.”

Nonetheless, she’s encouraged to know that the film, like the book has, will inspire people all around the world.

“The story is ultimately really inspiring to people and it touches people,” she said. “It puts things into perspective, and it reminds them of the strength of the human spirit.

“In a film form, it will reach far more people than a book ever will, and that’s important.”

Lindhout added she holds a sense of responsibility in sharing the message of what she learned during her captivity in Somalia; working with the talented group of people that are currently on board with the film, she feels, will allow her to do just that, and in a dignified and tasteful manner.

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Lindhout continuing to spread message of forgiveness worldwide

Amanda Lindhout is continuing her worldly travels, using her story to inspire people around the globe. STEVE CARTY

continued from page 5Lindhout shared that same message

with a sold-out audience in Sylvan Lake last year in her first — and, to date, her only — hometown speaking event. The night, she said, was both highly emo-tional and “really special”.

“For me to stand in front of that com-munity which supported me and my family during those 15 and a half months in captivity, and for them to just hear from my own mouth the story of what happened and what I learned, and to see too that I’m OK — I’m better than OK; I’m better than I’ve ever been — that was meaningful,” she said.

Though her return to Sylvan Lake was something of a rarity for Lindhout, she said she always gets a “feeling of homecoming” when she does get back to town.

And she’ll be forever grateful for all the Sylvan Lake community did for both her and her two dads — who still live in Sylvan Lake — during her time in cap-

tivity.“The support from the community

helped my family through that period more than the community probably understands,” she said. “To have had that outreach from the community at that crisis point in our lives just touched all of us so much.

“(Sylvan Lake) is a very familiar, comfortable, safe place for me. I love it when I do go home.”

On top of her book, film and speak-ing obligations, Lindhout also occupies her time working with the Global Enrichment Foundation — the humani-tarian organization she founded in 2010 aimed at empowering underprivileged Somali women and girls.

The foundation is very much con-tinuing to flourish, and its continued growth, for Lindhout, remains a priori-ty.

“The Somali Women’s Scholarship Program is producing, and has pro-duced, some really amazing university


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Sylvan Lake return ‘really special’ for Lindhoutgraduates of young women who want to create change in Somalia,” she said. “We’re really actively trying to get peo-ple to go on our website (globalenrich-mentfoundation.ca) and look at how they can sponsor a scholar, and how they can sponsor one young woman’s university education in a country where so few women have the opportunity.”

Despite her hectic schedule, Lindhout occasionally manages to find time for herself, and recently returned from a two-week personal vacation in Myanmar. Living with post-traumatic stress disorder, she knows her recovery will likely be a lifelong process, but she’s learned well how to manage and live with it.

That’s left her in a better place than she’s perhaps ever been.

“I feel in many ways stronger than I ever have,” she said. “I’ve done a lot of work with a talented psychologist over

the last couple of years, and we’ve just got me into a really good place where I understand the condition that I have ... and the symptoms. Because I have an education about it, I can manage it, and it doesn’t affect my life in the way that it used to.

“I just feel very peaceful these days.”Lindhout said she often feels she’s liv-

ing a dream as she travels the world spreading her message of forgiveness and overcoming adversity. And she takes none of it for granted.

“I feel very privileged to have it, and I take it really seriously,” she said. “It just feels like I’m on the path that was des-tined for me, and I got here through everything that I went through.

“Looking back on all of it and the way that it’s all unfolded, and the gifts and blessings that have come out of it, I wouldn’t change any of it. None of it.”


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Sylvan Lake RCMP are looking for two suspects they say hid in Canadian Tire after it closed Feb. 5.

A male and a female left the store around 9:30 p.m. through a back door carrying two large white boxes, and might have fled the scene in a dark hatchback car, police say.

Police obtained video surveillance of the incident, and are trying to identify the suspects responsible.

Anyone with information on the crime is asked to con-tact the Sylvan Lake RCMP detachment at 403-858-7200, or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Police are reminding other local businesses to check their store for people before closing to prevent similar crimes from taking place in the future.

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UPCOMING MEETINGS

Committee of the WholeMarch 4, 2015Municipal Government Building6:00 pm

MPC MeetingFebruary 16, 2015Municipal Government Building6:00 pm

Regular Meeting of CouncilFebruary 23, 2015Municipal Government Building6:00 pm

UpcomingMeetings

TakeNotice

PublicNotice

Invitation toTender

OpenHouse

Public Sale of Land(Municipal Government Act)

Town of Sylvan Lake

Notice is hereby given that under the provisions of the Municipal Government Act, the Town of Sylvan Lake will offer for sale, by public auction, at the Municipal Government Building, 5012 48 Avenue in the Council Chambers, Sylvan Lake, Alberta, on Thursday, February 19, 2015, at 10:00 a.m., the following lands:

Lot Block Plan C of T Address108 9 062-1919 102342575 2 Legend Court

The lands are being offered for sale on an “as is, where is” basis, and the Town of Sylvan Lake makes no representation and gives no warranty whatsoever as to the adequacy of services, soil conditions, land use districting, building and development conditions, absence or presence of environmental contamination, or the develop ability of the subject lands for any intended use by the Purchaser.

These parcels will be offered for sale subject to a reserve bid, and to the reservations and conditions contained in the existing certifi cate of title.

The Town of Sylvan Lake may, after the public auction, become the owner of any parcel of land that is not sold at the public auction.

Terms: Payment in Cash, Bank Draft or Certifi ed Cheque. 10% deposit and balance within 30 days of date of Public Auction. GST may apply.

Redemption may be effected by payment of all arrears of taxes and costs at any time prior to the sale.

Dated at Sylvan Lake, Alberta, November 29, 2014.Betty Osmond, Chief Administrative Offi cer

Street Sweeper

The Town of Sylvan Lake Transportation Department is tendering for the supply of a new model mechanical street sweeper with dual engines. Tender packages, including specifi cations, are available at the Municipal Operations Building located at 1 Industrial Drive. This tender opportunity closes at 10:00 A.M. local time on Thursday, February 26, 2015. Inquiries may be made to Mr. John Watson, Public Works Manager at 403.887.2800 or by e-mail at [email protected].

AWD / 4X4 Sports Utility Vehicle

The Protective Services Division of the Town of Sylvan Lake is tendering for the supply of one (1) new model AWD / 4X4 Sports Utility Vehicle. Tender packages, including specifi cations, are available at the RCMP / Protective Services Building (Municipal Enforcement Offi ce) located at 4260-50th Street Sylvan Lake. This tender opportunity closes at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, March 4, 2015. Inquiries may be made to Nick REIJNEN, Manager of Municipal Enforcement at 403-858-7280.

Facade Improvement ProgramOpen House

Thursday, February 26, 2015Municipal Government Building

4:00 – 6:00 pm

This Open House will be an opportunity for Centennial Street business and property owners to review the changes to the 2015 Façade Improvement Program, as well as the new Waterfront Urban Design Guidelines.

TOWN OF SYLVAN LAKENOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING

REGARDING PROPOSEDBYLAW NO. 1661/2014

Being a Bylaw to amend the Land Use Bylaw No. 1555/2010.

WHEREAS it is deemed necessary and expedient to amend Bylaw No. 1555/2010 in the manner hereinafter appearing:

NOW THEREFORE, the Council of the Town of Sylvan Lake, in the Province of Alberta, duly assembled and under the powers conferred upon it by the Municipal Government Act, RSA 2000, Chapter M-26, and amendments there to, enacts as follows:

THAT Part 12, being the Land Use Bylaw District Map of the Land Use Bylaw, be amended as shown on the sketch that is attached to and forms part of this bylaw, by redesignating Lot 23, Block 4, Plan 142-4556 as highlighted:

FROM: Urban Reserve District (UR) TO: High Density Residential District (R3)

A Public Hearing regarding the proposed Bylaw will be held on Monday, February 23rd , 2015 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Government Building at 5012 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, Alberta.

All persons in favour or opposed to the Bylaw will have the opportunity to be heard. If you are unable to attend personally, written submissions must be submitted to the Municipal Government Building no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the hearing.

If you submit comments on this bylaw, either orally or in writing, the information you provide may be recorded in the minutes of the Public Hearing, or otherwise made public, subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

A copy of the proposed Bylaw and any related documents can be seen during regular offi ce hours from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Municipal Government Building.

The style of the hearing will be informal and persons wishing to speak will be requested to state their name and address for the record upon being recognized by the Chairperson.

Date of fi rst publication of this notice: February 5th, 2015 edition of the Sylvan Lake News.

Date of second publication of this notice: February 12th, 2015 edition of the Sylvan Lake News.


get connected.What’s Happening at the Town of Sylvan Lake

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The Communication Department is seeking proposals from qualifi ed proponents to design, develop and

administer a Community Satisfaction Survey.

The successful proponent will: Conduct preliminary research Help formulate questions and format of survey Develop and distribute survey, and collect data Conduct data analysis Prepare fi nal report Report to Town Council Clearly identify the Town’s role throughout the initiative

Formal Request for Proposal Documents are available online, and proponents are required to follow document as outlined.

Completed proposals must be received at: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 – 48 Avenue Sylvan Lake AB T4S 1G6

no later than Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 3:00 pm., Mountain Standard Time. Late proposals will not be accepted, nor will those that deviate from the RFP guidelines. Proposals must be presented or delivered in sealed packages, clearly marked “Proposal for Community Satisfaction Survey”. Faxed or other electronically transmitted proposals will not be accepted.

All inquiries related to this Request for Proposal shall be directed to: Joanne Gaudet, Town of Sylvan Lake Tel: 403.887.2141 (8am – 4pm)

The Public Works Department is seeking proposals from qualifi ed engineering fi rms to provide various Engineering services for the following 2015 Capital Projects:

43rd Street Re-construction (47th Ave to 49th Ave)47th Ave & 43rd Street Traffi c Signals

Harrigan Street Sidewalk ReplacementHarper Street Sidewalk Replacement

48th Ave Waste Water MainWater Main Replacements

Documents will be available from the Municipal Government Building at 5012 48th Avenue during normal offi ce hours or through an e-mail request to the Project Manager, David Kelham at [email protected] on and after Monday, February 9th, 2015.

Completed proposals must be received at:

Town of Sylvan Lake5012 – 48th AvenueSylvan Lake AB T4S 1G6

no later than Tuesday, February 24th at 2:00 p.m., Mountain Standard Time. Late proposals will not be accepted.

Proposals must be presented or delivered in sealed packages, clearly marked “Proposal for 2015 Capital Projects”. Faxed or other electronically transmitted proposals will not be accepted.

All inquiries related to this Request for Proposal shall be directed to:

Mr. Dave Kelham Town of Sylvan LakeTel: 403.887.2141 (8am – 4pm)

The Town of Sylvan Lake is seeking proposals from qualifi ed consultants to provide a Transportation Master Plan.

Documents are available on Alberta Purchasing Connection starting Monday, February 2, 2015.

Completed proposals must be received at:

Town of Sylvan Lake5012 – 48th Avenue

Sylvan Lake AB T4S 1G6

no later than Tuesday, February 24th at 2:00 p.m., Mountain Standard Time. Late proposals will not be accepted.

Proposals must be presented or delivered in sealed packages, clearly marked “RFP 1521-01 Transportation Master Plan”. Faxed or other electronically transmitted proposals will not be accepted.

All inquiries related to this Request for Proposal shall be directed to:

Mr. Dave BrandTown of Sylvan LakeTel: 403.887.2141 (8am – 4pm)

FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM

The Facade Improvement Program is designed to encourage retail and commercial building owners to invest in facade renovations and storefront upgrades by providing grants to cover a portion of renovation costs. Grants will be awarded to eligible applicants to cover up to 50% of the façade renovation costs, up to a maximum dollar value. The 2015-16 grant program will provide an incentive for 50th Street/Centennial Street buildings to complete façade upgrades that contribute to the Waterfront Area, by creating a more interesting and appealing street environment that attracts people and new businesses.

The program is intended to:

• Enhance the appearance and charm of commercial areas while making streets a more attractive, safe, and interesting place to walk.

• Help building owners attract and retain tenants.• Contribute to the quality of life of residents, workers, and visitors.• Promote the marketability of the local business area.• Build civic pride among the local business community and

residents of the Town of Sylvan Lake.

Funding cannot be utilized for maintenance projects. Applications for grants must enhance the pedestrian experience and contribute to the character of the area.

This project coincides with the Town’s plans to complete the 50th Street Redevelopment Plan Design in 2015, with street reconstruction slated for 2016-2017. The Facade Improvement Program will sunset December 31, 2016.

To download the online application visit: www.sylvanlake.ca and choose Town Projects

Project Contacts: Vicki Kurz, EDO [email protected] 403-887-1185 ext 226Martyn Bell, Planner [email protected] 403-864-5557

CALL FOR MEMBERSTown of Sylvan Lake - Board/Committee Vacancies

Industry Advisory Group (open)The group’s purpose is to liaise with the municipality and industry facilitating communication, problem resolution, and better relationships. This group is for local developers and others who are developing properties within the municipality.

Public Art Task Force (2 members)The purpose of the Task Force is to plan, acquire and install a historical public art piece that will represent Sylvan Lake history. Requirements for appointment to this Task Force:

- Background and experience in visual art and design- Willingness and ability to commit time required to participate in the Task Force

Municipal Planning Commission (1 Vacancy)Responsible for providing direction to Council in the development of the Town. This is accomplished by giving direction in land use plans and by reviewing and critiquing developments submitted to the Town. (replacing vacancy position which expires October 2015)

Additional information regarding the mandates of the Boards & Committees and application forms can be found on our website at www.sylvanlake.ca or by contacting Mary Rose at the Town Offi ce 403.887.2141.

Please forward a letter of interest with relevant information and completed application form by Monday, March 2, 2015 to:

Town of Sylvan Lake5012 48 AvenueSylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6Attention: Mary RoseOr via e-mail to: [email protected]

Community Guide

Submissions for the 2015 Spring/Summer Community Guide are due March 2, 2015. Contact Joanne at [email protected] or 887 1185 ext. 241 for more details, including rates, to advertise your programs or initiatives!

TAKE NOTICE THAT on February 2, 2015, the Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) for the Town of Sylvan Lake approved the following applications:

Redcore Enterprises Ltd. for “Temporary Buildings” 24 Soft Sided Tents – 1 Year (“Heavy Manufacturing & Processing”) on Lot 9A, Block 4, Plan 132 0380, Lot 10, Block 4, Plan 002 4518 and Lots 11-13 Inclusive, Block 4, Plan 072 6269

Falcon Homes Ltd. for a single detached dwelling with covered deck and secondary suite on Lot 40, Block 6, Plan 142 4556 (3 Concord Rise)

Falcon Homes Ltd. for a single detached dwelling with covered deck and secondary suite on Lot 45, Block 6, Plan 142 4556 (13 Concord Rise)

AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT on or before February 9, 2015 the Development Offi cer for the Town of Sylvan Lake approved the following application(s):

CRESTVIEW Krest Homes Ltd. for a single family dwelling with veranda and deck on Lot 46, Block 6, Plan 142-4556 (15 Concord Rise)

HEWLETT PARK Krest Homes Ltd. for a single family dwelling with veranda and deck on Lot 11, Block 2, Plan 142-4692 (5 Hampton Crescent)

Somerset Homes for a single family dwelling with veranda, deck, basement development and detached garage on Lot 12, Block 2, Plan 142-4692 (7 Hampton Crescent)

THE VISTA AT RYDER’S RIDGEAsset Builders Corp. for a single family dwelling with attached garage and deck on Lot 25, Block 2, Plan 132-5350 (5 Vanson Close) RYDERS RIDGE Chad Varcoe for an existing deck on Lot 25, Block 5, Plan 062-5924 (4008 45 Avenue)

STREETS Tom Turner for a detached garage on Lot 12, Block 2, Plan 762-2302 (15 45 Street Close)

INDUSTRIAL PARK Tim Taylor for a sign permit on Block 7, Plan 962-1622 (Bay 7, 4 Erickson Crescent)

AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT you may appeal Discretionary approvals to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, as provided for in Part 17, of the Municipal Government Act. Written statements relevant to the development and reasons for the appeal may be submitted to the Town of Sylvan Lake, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, 5012 48 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 within 14 days following this publication.

You may not appeal a Permitted Use unless it involves a relaxation, variation or misinterpretations of the Land Use Bylaw. For further information please contact the Development Offi cer at 403-864-5557.

Dated at Sylvan Lake, Alberta, this 12th day of February, 2015. Development Offi cer, Town of Sylvan Lake


Four new faces will sit on the Sylvan Lake Chamber of Commerce’s 2015/2016 board of directors, follow-ing elections held during

the chamber’s annual gen-eral meeting at the Sylvan Lake Legion last Thursday.

Kjirin Davis (Buk Wildz), Sarah Brouilette (ATB Financial), Tyson Czuy (Adrenalin Motors) and Nancy Boyd (Expedia Cruiseshipcentres) make up

the board’s newcomers, and join returning directors President Dwayne Stoesz (Sylvan Office Solutions), Vice President Joel Johannson (Meadowlands Golf Course), Treasurer Joyce Zazulak (B-Right Bookkeeping), Doreen

Carey (Unique Elevations), Debbie Klingbeil (Century 21), Doug McGill (Blackstone Developments), Keri Pratt (Mini Melts Central Alberta), Sharon Toews (Servus Credit Union), Josh Welton (Edward Jones) and Michael Williams (TMS Wireless Solutions).

This year’s outgoing directors are Greg Weik, Evan Hardy and Joe Furman.

The chamber entered 2015 in good health, and with a near all-time high membership. A solid 2014 also record attendance for its Business Awards and Mermaid Ball in October.

Plans this year are in place to offer learning ses-sions to local businesses either free or at a low cost. A market research study will also be carried out to assess business needs in the downtown waterfront area.

Sylvan Lake town coun-cil recently approved the relocation of the chamber into the town’s Municipal Government Building (MGB) on a three-year term. An office inside the MGB houses the chamber’s executive director and sole full-time member of staff.

The move was approved last month after having been deferred from a previ-ous council meeting. Stoesz, at that time, said the move would allow the chamber the “opportunity to spread our wings during this time of growth.”

The 2015/2016 board’s kick-off meeting takes place Feb. 25, with a general meet-ing to follow on March 4.

A calendar of events is listed on the chamber’s website at www.sylvanlake-chamber.com. Up-to-date information is also posted regularly on the Sylvan Lake Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.

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PUBLIC NOTICENOTICE OF PRELIMINARY HEARING FOR INTERMUNICIPAL DISPUTE

ALBERTA MUNICIPAL AFFAIRS

Appeal of Town of Sylvan Lake Municipal Development Plan, Bylaw 1653/2014 filed by Lacombe County

On January 6, 2015, the Municipal Government Board (MGB) received an appeal from Lacombe County about the adoption of the Town of Sylvan Lake Municipal Development Plan, Bylaw 1653/2014 (the Plan). Under section 690(4) of the Municipal Government Act, because the Plan has been appealed, it is suspended.

Brief Description of Appeal Lacombe County is of the opinion that the Plan is detrimental because it does not contain satisfactory and specific provisions addressing setback distances, municipal reserve dedication, environmental reserve dedication, environmental reserve easements and the planning of native vegetation. In 2012, both municipalities agreed that a 30 metre setback distance from Sylvan Lake would be added to both municipalities’ statutory documents and land use bylaws.

In accordance with the Municipal Government Act, the MGB must conduct a hearing on this matter.

To start this process, a preliminary hearing will be conducted as follows:

DATE: February 23, 2015 TIME: 10:00 AM LOCATION: Room 111, Main Floor Red Deer Provincial Building Red Deer, Alberta

This hearing is intended as a preliminary hearing to determine if mediation has been attempted, report on the progress of mediation and anticipated timelines for the mediation, and establish a schedule of dates for evidence exchanges and set a merit hearing. The merits of the intermunicipal dispute will not be argued at this preliminary hearing.

If you wish detailed information about the intermunicipal dispute contact the parties listed below. Copies of the documents for this appeal should be available for viewing at the Lacombe County and the Town of Sylvan Lake municipal office during regular business hours and may be available on the municipal websites.

As the body that will hear this appeal, it would be inappropriate for the MGB to discuss the details of the appeal or provide copies of materials. If you would like more information about the intermunicipal dispute hearing process, you may visit the MGB’s website at www.mgb.alberta.ca or contact the Municipal Government Board (MGB) at:

Cindy Miller Reade Case Manager Municipal Government Board 15th Floor, Commerce Place 10155 – 102 Street Edmonton, AB T5J 4L4 Phone: (780) 422-8120 Fax: (780) 427-0986 E-Mail: [email protected]

To call toll free from outside the Edmonton region, call 310-0000 and follow the instructions.

Lacombe County Dale Freitag Manager of Planning Services Lacombe County RR 3 Lacombe AB T4L 2N3 Phone: (403) 782-6601 x 217 Fax: (403) 782-3820 Email: [email protected]

Town of Sylvan Lake Ken Kalirai Manager of Planning Town of Sylvan Lake 4926 50 Avenue Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1A1 Phone: (403) 887-2141 x 229 Fax: (403) 887-3660 E-mail: [email protected]

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Artistic learning experience satisfying for Sutter


Looking at her work on display in the Four Pa i nt e r s , Fo u r Perspectives exhibit in Red Deer, it might seem difficult to believe Sylvan Lake artist Judy Sutter’s self-assertion that land-scape painting isn’t one of her strongest genres.

Sutter is one of four talented Central Alberta artists whose paintings – all of which portray a different perspective of the same scene – have been on display in the Harris-Warke Gallery in Red Deer for the past several weeks.

She and the exhibit’s other artists – Jeri Lynn Ing, Susan Woolgar and Larry Reese – worked on each painting entirely separate from one anoth-er, and in their own

respective styles. The result is an exhibit offer-ing an intriguing insight into artistic perspective.

“It’s a concept that Jeri Lynn came up with, and the idea was that we all go to the same place to paint in the summer-time,” said Sutter, prior to a reception at the gal-lery last Friday. “She thought we should each pick our favourite loca-tion, take an image and then each produce that image in our own style.”

An artist since she was a child, Sutter has paint-ed “on and off ” through-out her life, putting brush to canvas primari-ly when time has allowed her to do so. While other commitments still limit how much time she dedi-cates to painting, she’s recently begun pursuing it “a little more serious-ly.”

She has hopes of even-tually becoming a full-time painter, but paints first and foremost through her love of cre-ating art.

“I love the actual tac-tile feeling of putting paint on canvas and mix-ing the right colour. It’s like golf – you hit that perfect swing, and you can tell when the ball connects,” she said. “It’s very challenging and it’s a non-stop learning experience. You never learn everything.”

Much of Sutter’s artis-tic inspiration comes from other talented local artists, of which she feels there are many.

“I do find some of the people I paint with very inspiring,” she said. “There are a lot of people out there making art, and a lot of it’s very good.”

Judy Sutter paints a self portrait in her Sylvan Lake-area home. Sutter is one of four Central Alberta artists whose works comprised the recent Four Painters, Four Perspectives exhibit in Red Deer. STUART FULLARTON

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www.sylvanlakeanglican.caAnglican ChurchFeb. 1st Service 10:00 AM

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Alliance Community Church4404 - 47th Avenue 403-887-8811

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Sylvan Lake Apostolic Lutheran Church3 miles south, 2 1/2 miles west of Sylvan Lake

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Memorial Presbyterian Church5020 48 Street, Sylvan Lake, AB, T4S 1C6 403-887-5702

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Our Lady of the AssumptionRoman Catholic Church

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Parish Priest: Father Gabriel UdehEmail: [email protected]

403-887-5687 Pastor Barry Sigurdsonat Steffie Woima School – 4720 45th Ave.Sunday School 9:45 am Worship Service 11:00 am

Children and Youth DirectorJulianna Fletcher

PastorTodd Pratt

I have an odd collection of art, keepsakes and pictures in my offi ce. Some of it is a reminder of what I do (Pastor). Some of it is mementos of trips that I have taken. There is even a bit of Saskatchewan Roughrider memorabilia… probably worth dozens of dollars on the open market.A lot of the stuff in my offi ce is about family. In particular, my bulletin board is loaded with snapshots of my grandchildren.There is one picture though that may seem curious to those who take the time to look. It is a picture of my two sons, taken 28 years ago. It is a studio portrait, my oldest son (then 5 years old) in a trendy yellow sweater with his little bald brother (then around a year old) in a blue jumper with a train on the front of it.

It isn’t the most amazing picture ever taken, nor does it look like either of them now. So why is it on the wall of my offi ce? I keep it there to remind me that God gave me two little boys as a gift all those years ago. It reminds me that I am never fi nished being a father and that I get the privilege of following in a noble heritage. Like my parents and my grandparents before them I have the joy of praying for my sons and now their spouses and their children. This privilege didn’t stop when the boys moved out or got married…it continues until the day that I die. So when you come into my offi ce, have a look at the portrait of my two little boys. And be reminded that the greatest thing you can do for your children and your children’s children is to simply pray for them!

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JASMINE O’HALLORAN–HANSYLVAN LAKE NEWS

The Sylvan Lake Parent Support and Resource Centre is hosting its first open house and free family game night Feb. 18 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Community Centre.

Community members are being invited to the event, and must register for a chance to win a family gift pack. Hot dogs, fruit trays, coffee and juice will be available.

Parents will have the chance to find out what new resources are available, as the centre has recently under-gone a number of changes, said program co-ordinator Kim Olsen.

Information on resources will be offered to parents with children up to the age of 17. Such resources include indi-vidual or group training sessions, bully prevention initia-tives, parent and caregiver education sessions, parenting support, a parent resource library and a toy lending pro-gram.

Through these programs, parents can learn different strategies and techniques on how to actively parent, posi-tively discipline and self-empower, and learn that kids have stress too.

“We’re hoping that parents come through and see what we have to offer and do some of our workshops and build on their parenting skills,” Olsen said. “We provide parents with information and we also connect them to resources in the community, which helps build their support.”

During the open house and game night, the Flipside Youth Centre will be open for parents and children to par-take in activities such as Wii, pool and board games.

“It’s to bring families together, because it’s Family Week,” Olsen said. “We want the families to come in and know what we have to offer.”

Bowling fun - Norah McNeely aims for a strike during bowling with the Little Explorers last Thursday.

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Sunday, February 15thFree Family Swim1:00-3:00pmSylvan Lake Aquatic CentreSponsored by Strategis Group

Around TownLions Pancake Breakfast9:00am-12:00pm @ Lion’s HallAdults-$6, Ages 6-12-$4, 5 & Under-Free

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Instructors sought to share skills and abilities

with communityJASMINE O’HALLORAN–HAN

SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

Sylvan Lakers of various skills and abili-ties are being asked to consider sharing their expertise with others in the community.

The Town of Sylvan Lake is seeking instructors for Recreation, Parks and Culture department programs beginning next month.

The department ran a variety of programs last fall, and special events and program co-ordinator Michelle Morrison said more are being slated for the future, creating in an increased need for instructors.

“We’re seeking anyone within the area that has a skill they would like to share,” Morrison said. “At this point in time, I am open to trying anything new and not cur-rently happening in the community. We’re trying to fill in gaps right now as some peo-ple have to travel to Red Deer to participate in a program.”

Teaching a program allows instructors to

share their skills on a particular subject or activity while earning some extra cash, as programs require registration and fees.

Instructors work one to two nights a week on average, depending on what programs they teach.

“A lot of instructors sometimes work part-time jobs, but they are looking to work on the side as well,” Morrison said. “We get a big range (of instructors), which may include full-time art instructors.”

New programs may include sports, clay art classes, cooking and oil painting. The programs can be taught locally in meeting rooms and gym facilities.

“I am hoping to provide the community with a range of activities and opportunities that they might not have access to, and dif-ferent opportunities to pursue different interests of theirs,” Morrison said.

Potential instructors are required to sub-mit a resume, references and a program out-line and attend an interview at the Sylvan Lake Aquatic Centre.

Citizens - CP Blakely School celebrated its Citizens of the Month for January last week, recognizing students who exemplified the month’s theme of ‘Determination’. Back row: Izzie Anderson, Alex Robertson, Bree Cummings, Wristyn Ottenbreit, Lily Knox, Marissa Ratzlaff. Middle row: Max Myhr, Zachary Brayden-Morris, Hudson Little, Faith Rogers, Makenziey Auger, Maicy Clark, Macey Martin. Front row: Londyn Richardson, James Young, Colin Durk, Simon Doucette, Nevaeh Goodrunning.



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! Supporting Mike - Rimbey AA Atom Renegades captain Hayden Motorylo stands with Sylvan Lake AA Atom Lakers assistant captain Talon Brigley on Sunday holding a sign in honour of Lakers captain Michael Arthur, who was recently diagnosed with leukemia. The Renegades donated $500 to the young hockey player to help with expenses. They also wore orange skate laces and put orange tape on their hockey sticks, which they raised in salute to Arthur, who was in the stands. Sylvan Lake defeated Rimbey 4-2 after scoring the final goal when Rimbey pulled their goalie.

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Councillors wary of timing for

full-time mayor position


The idea of having a full-time mayor position in Sylvan Lake was met with mixed reaction from Sylvan Lake town council Monday night.

Ed Grose of H/R Outlook presented to councillors the findings of a report examining the roles and responsibilities of the mayor in Sylvan Lake, and the possible expansion of the position to full-time status.

A role profile created in the process of compiling the report may be the first of its kind, said Grose, whose attempts to obtain similar profiles from other municipalities were unsuccessful.

Key responsibilities outlined in the role profile wouldn’t be different for a full-time mayor, he explained. Work vol-ume and scope would, however.

Grose told councillors that of the 13 communities with populations within 5,000 of Sylvan Lake, 11 have part-time mayors. Two — Chestermere and Brooks — have full-time mayors.

The report showed that six municipalities with a popula-tion larger than that of Sylvan Lake have a part-time mayor.

Remuneration offered by Chestermere and Brooks was shown at $60,000 and $62,908, respectively.

Sylvan Lake councillors were appreciative of the report’s findings, but had doubts as to whether the town was ready to move to such a position.

“The appropriate time to make a change like this is before the next election,” said Coun. Matt Prete, who sug-gested looking into ways of allowing future mayoral candi-dates flexibility in choosing to work either part-time or full-time.

Coun. Jas Payne agreed.“There’s a lot more thinking and discussion that needs to

go on ... I just don’t see us being in that position yet,” he said.Coun. Graham Parsons felt the report’s findings could

prove advantageous for the town in the future.“We have to take into consideration that we’re growing

faster than everyone else,” he said. “The report gives us a good basis moving forward.”

Councillors accepted the report as information.

Leaders - Students of École Our Lady of the Rosary School last week were presented certificates recognizing their individual leadership skills. Recipients included Camille Nielsen, Caden McGeough, Paige Laitila, Oshynn Kangas, Marcus Shortneck, Jack Gulayets, Austin Trieber, Coryn Tardif, Harley Clark, Jayda Gouldhawke, Grant Lingan, Preston Oliver, Roman Prete, Charlie West, Alex Wilson, Matthew Schwartz, Reno Dolphin, Jane Comeau, Trystan Cormier, Jayden Moore, Alexis Gajardo, Raelee McKenzie, Carter Fleming, Kian Steeby, Lucas Brinston, Alexa LaBelle, Alex Adair and Jayden Moore. JASMINE O’HALLORAN–HAN

Plenty of growth and changes to WinterFest over the years

SUBMITTEDSPECIAL TO SYLVAN LAKE NEWS

The pictures below were submitted by the Sylvan Lake and District Archives Society as part of a series celebrating the society’s 20 years of existence this year.

WinterFest replaced the Family Fun Day (1990–2002) of former years in

2003. Several events were added: Kiddie Parade, free donkey rides, human curl-ing, a ‘potato gun artillery demonstration’ and a

hockey game between the Sylvan Lake Firefighters and Z99/CKRD employ-ees. Sleigh rides and other events have been added since.

The Polar Dip was start-ed as a fundraiser in 1990 and held each year as part of New Year’s celebrations until 2003, when it also was added to the WinterFest events.



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DYNAMITESYLVAN LAKE CO-OPERATOR INSURANCE LAKERS6 year olds worked on skills for next year and 5 year olds had a great practice.Player of the week: #2 Max Harrison SYLVAN LAKE DAIRY QUEEN LAKERSLakers placed 2nd in Sundre TournamentPlayer of the week: Alex Matieson

SYLVAN LAKE WATTS PROJECTS LAKERSNo Scores Submitted

SYLVAN LAKE SERVUS CREDIT UNION LAKERSPracticed hard on Friday and had a scrimmagePlayer of the week:

NOVICESYLVAN LAKE CASTAWAY SPORTS LAKERSLakers 10 vs. Rimbey 7Lakers 11 vs. Ponoka 7Player of the week: #1 Hudson Little

SYLVAN LAKE FORMULA POWELL LP LAKERSLakers 3 vs. Lacombe 9Player of the week: Bryce Dutka

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SYLVAN LAKE HOCKEY CENTRAL LAKERSLakers 5 vs. West Yellowhead 0

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Sylvan Lake’s Don MacIntyre last week announced his decision to enter the Wildrose nomination race. SUBMITTED

Don MacIntyre seeking Wildrose nomination


Sylvan Lake’s Don MacIntyre last week announced his intentions to seek the Wildrose nomina-tion in the Innisfail-Sylvan Lake riding.

MacIntyre said he’s con-cerned about the future of the province for his chil-dren and grandchildren, and wants to take the action necessary to correct its course.

“I am talking about eco-nomic challenges, environ-mental challenges (and) societal changes,” he said in his announcement last

Thursday. “I refuse to sit on the sidelines and do noth-ing while my beloved prov-ince ... is damaged by the reckless governance of a party that is insensitive to the real needs of our people now and completely avoid-ing the difficult task of building today for the inevi-tabilities of tomorrow.”

The 59-year-old describes himself as a “small ‘c’ fiscal conservative.” His research and work in the Alternative Energy program at NAIT, where he also works as an instructor, has given him a “an environ-mental and social con-science based not on mere emotions.”

“I am completely con-vinced by a growing num-ber of case studies that tri-ple bottom line economic principles can work, can provide for responsible resource development and lead to sustainable, healthy communities,” he said.

MacIntyre feels the PC caucus owes an apology to Albertans for what he feels is a lack of consideration displayed through recent floor crossings. Such moves, he feels, should only be made with the approval of Albertans.

“We demand the restora-tion of damaged democratic principles by amending the laws to require a by-election before any sitting MLA can change their affiliation,” he said.

MacIntyre said he’s plan-ning on carrying out vari-ous meet-and-greet events over the next several months in an attempt to increase Wildrose member-ship.

It’s a party he’s proud to be a member of.

“I joined Wildrose years ago because I wanted to be part of a movement made up of other people just as determined as I am to changing the direction of our province, to uphold our historical values that make for strong families and well-knit communities and embrace those innovations that make for a genuinely diverse and strong provin-cial economy,” he said. “For me, that is the WIldrose Party of today.”

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Conservative values better preserved by sitting togetherDear Editor,After reading the letter to the editor in the Feb. 5 Sylvan

Lake News submitted by Craig and Brenda Perry, I was somewhat puzzled at its content. My thoughts are the let-ter somewhat attacks people that are fellow conservatives, or in other words — others whose values lay on the right. Asking who could be proud to be a member of a party, that for the greatest part of its history has provided Albertans with sound governance and leadership, is some-thing that shouldn’t sit right with anyone with conserva-tive values.

There is little doubt that the the WRA was formed due to people becoming disaffected in the previous leadership of PC Party. That said, there is a new leader and Mr. Prentice has effected the needed change — most certainly for the better. At one time I too joined the Wildrose, but soon realized that by leaving the Alberta PC Party and supporting the WRA, all I had done was mistakenly weaken efforts of the right in our province. Now that the provincial PC Party has rooted out the problems and elected a strong leader, there is no doubt the best group to lead Alberta is the PC Party. One only has to look back to see the devastating effects the splitting of the right caused during the days of the Reform Party and the successive federal left-wing governments the split caused to realize splitting the right is a mistake Alberta cannot afford.

I did chuckle a bit at the comment that those crossing the floor to better represent their constituents as a mem-ber of the government were “crass opportunists that wanted to board the Tory Gravy Train”. Doubtless our MLA had to have given her decision a great deal of thought before taking the steps she did. It had to take a great deal of reflection and courage to leave the opposition and to sit in a position that, ultimately, will only serve to allow her to better represent her constituency. There can also be no doubt that no back room promises or deals were struck as Kerry is currently in a nomination battle to retain her job as our MLA.

The fact that more than half of the sitting members of the WRA and its leader left to join with other conserva-tives to work together as a group sitting on the right to preserve our conservative values; endeavouring to foster prosperity in our province is a decision that should be lauded and not ridiculed.

Ms. Towle held open houses on more than several occasions and was available for conversations at other community events many times since becoming an MLA. Speaking only for myself, my views are that each time she and I spoke she always listened to my concerns regarding the splitting of the right and re-uniting it in Alberta. She was always respectful of my thoughts that our province would be stronger with the conservatives in both the

WRA and the PC Party combining and working together side-by-side rather than by squabbling amongst ourselves. As her constituents are we not being irresponsible to our-selves and our own views if we are not maintaining a line of communication with our elected officials? If we are not happy with the actions of our government or our repre-sentative, it is our duty to ourselves to contact them and inform them of our concern rather than vilifying them for doing what they believe is right. One also has to wonder if the authors of the letter to the editor took advantage of one of the many opportunities to speak with Ms. Towle about their concerns, or if those opportunities were lost.

Let me conclude this letter by saying that Ms. Towle has

always served her constituents with distinction and a strong sense of seeing and then doing what is right. There can be no doubt that, as a group, those on the right will be far better served by sitting together to preserve our con-servative values than by taking shots at each other and fighting amongst ourselves.

Let us all make the best use of our energies by working together to ensure the continued prosperity of our prov-ince and to preserve our core conservative values. Doing so can only make Alberta a better place for all to call home.

Jordan Sinclair,Sylvan Lake

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Dear Editor,Hopefully the readers of the Sylvan Lake News understand

that Mark Milke, your guest editorial of the past couple of weeks, is a member of the Fraser Institute, which represents a right-of-center point of view on economic and political issues.

At least 90 per cent of the funding for this think tank comes from corporations and business-oriented foundations. Exxon Mobil is a contributor, as well as the American billionaire Kosh brothers who donated $500,000 between 2008 and 2010. The Koshes support the conservative views of the Republican Party and lobby against universal health care and climate change legislation.

Milke argues that the reve-nue shortfall can largely be solved by staff cuts and wage cuts to healthcare, education and social service workers. He neglected to mention that Alberta’s 42,000 teachers already took a three-year wage freeze in 2013. Nor did Milke mention that private sector salaries in Alberta are 26 per cent higher than the Canadian average while public sector salaries are only 12 per cent higher (according to the Alberta government). He did not mention that Alberta’s tax advantage compared to other provinces costs Albertans between $11 billion and $23 billion, depending on the province, respectively, B.C. and P.E.I. (Alberta Budget, 2012, page 97).

The Fraser Institute in a 2002 study did say that a sales tax causes the least “damage” to an economy. Per dollar col-lected, the institute said cor-poration taxes cause $1.55 in damage, income taxes $0.56, and sales taxes $0.17. Milke is quoted as saying “Pure con-sumption taxes such as the GST make more sense by design than business and cor-poration taxes”. Clearly, he makes a case for a sales tax over other forms of taxation. The regressive nature of the sales tax could be mitigated by rebates and exemptions simi-lar to the GST. Harmonization with the GST would make col-lection very efficient.

Changes to Alberta’s low personal income taxes, low corporation taxes, low fuel taxes, no capital tax, no pay-roll tax, no healthcare premi-ums, and low carbon tax could provide more revenue for the government. Eliminating the 10 per cent flat tax in favour of a progressive tax could raise at least $2 billion. This would be a fairer tax for lower and mid-dle income Albertans. The income disparity between Albertans is the highest in Canada. The International Monetary Fund claims that taxing the rich is good for an economy. Income inequality is bad for an economy. Progressive taxation would help reduce this inequality.

Combined with a sales tax this would give Alberta a depend-able and fair source of revenue. Alberta is one of the few gov-ernments in the world that has a flat tax and no sales tax.

Milke is correct in pointing out that the poor in Alberta earning $17,787 or less pay no tax while British Columbians start paying tax at $9,938. But the B.C. tax rate starts at 5.06 per cent rising to 7.7 per cent at $37,869 to $75,740. At $37,869 an Albertan would pay $2,008 in tax. A taxpayer in B.C. would pay $1,413. British Columbia has the lowest personal income tax rate in Canada. So much for Milke’s argument that low income earners pay less tax in Alberta. In his article, Milke uses a $50,000 income as an

example. An Albertan would pay $3,221 in taxes, a British Columbian $2,347. At a 10 per cent flat tax rate a low income Albertan will be paying more tax than in British Columbia.

Clearly, the Alberta government has room to raise billions of dollars and provide Albertans with the infrastructure, indus-trial diversification, services, health care and education that are necessary in a progressive society. Albertans would still have the lowest taxes in Canada. The Prentice government must not neglect prudent budget cuts along with new revenue sources.

Ray Kowalski,Sylvan Lake


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MARKET UPDATEBusiness as Usual

MARKET STATISTICS FOR JANUARY 2015 Total number of MLS listings in the Sylvan Lake Area* in January:

88Sylvan Lake Area is defi ned as the Town of Sylvan Lake and the Sylvan Lake Summer Villages.

Number of Sales in the Sylvan Lake Area* in January:

Sylvan Lake Area is defi ned as the Town of Sylvan Lake and the Sylvan Lake Summer Villages.

7

Sales to Listing Ratio:

7%

Most Expensive Home Sold in December:

$470,000

Most Active Price Range:

$350,000 - $400,000

Year-to-date Sales:

7

Market:Least Active Price Range:

$500,000+ FAVOURS BUYERS

January sales were off dramatically from last January, but it’s not as bad as it looks. We are starting out the month with a good number of pending sales that should translate into a stronger February. A slower start to the year is normal for Sylvan Lake where more sales happen in the spring and summer. The number of active listings is well down from last year and bodes well going into a bit slower market.

The media is mostly full of doom and gloom about our economy, but there are a few positive tidbits mixed in if you look for them.

Oil prices rebounded a little this week and the dollar with it. Oil futures for May are trading at much higher prices than we are currently seeing. And the news that oil companies are shutting down drilling means that production will slow.

The price of oil is driven by supply and demand. When the price goes down, demand will increase and supply willdecrease. As demand increases and supply decreases, price will fi nd its balance. In the past, OPEC has artifi cially managed supply to keep prices high, but it appears they aren’t willing to do that any more. The imbalance iscurrently only about 1 - 1.5% of total consumption. It won’t require much increase in demand or decrease of supply to bring the market back into balance.

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