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Mural Unveiled at GiovanniCaboto ParkJim Gurnett A beautiful faceof youth, five metres high, nowlooks across Giovanni CabotoPark, at the centre of a dramaticpublic mural unveiled September6 on the south wall of the Boysand Girls Club.

"Where do we come from? Whatare we? Where are we going" isthe title of the work, created byIan Mulder and funded by theUnited Nations Association as

Artist Ian Mulder acmmt the backdrop of his work.

part of its "Youth of Today, City ofTomorrow" project. The Edmon-

ton mural is the largest of six inCanada.

The mural was welcomed in thelate afternoon sun, with one hun-

dred guests enjoying burgers andthe high-energ- y dance of FreshlySqueezed as part of the celebra-

tions.

The one long panel of the muralmoves from the past that has in-

fluenced us, to a place of thinkingabout the future being created bythe youth of our community. Mul-

der says some of his inspirationcame from a painting by PaulGauguin, a Post-Impression-

ist

artist from the late nineteenthcentury.

Mulder paints in a studio inBoyle Street. Another of hisrecent creations is tho muralplaced on tho new Bissell CentroWest building a few months ago.He has created other murals inEdmonton and other parts ofAlberta and is currently at workon ono with tho Edmonton Men-noni- te

Centro for Newcomers.

Thank-you-, 'Michael Phair!

NewsI've been living in McCau-

ley for six years and havenever eaten at the Sai Wott.

Alter this eveninir l reaifMMthe error of my ways. Icome again, and often. -- ysDining Out

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Education and schoolingare very important. Aswe push ourselves to trynew attitudes and skills,we open our minds to newideas, and help ourselveslearn to be the very baitwe can be!

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The McCauley CommunityLeague hosted a party on Sep-tember 15 in Giovanni CabotoPark, a highlight of which wasa barbeque that attracted a lotof people! For more picturesfrom the party, see page 9!

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EDITORIAL

GivingThanks

Paula E. Kirman October andgratitude go hand in hand be-

cause Thanksgiving is celebratedduring this month. Usually,observing this holiday involvesa day of not working and enjoy-ing a large meal with loved ones.But like many major holidays,the deeper meaning has got-

ten lost. Often we don't take thetime to actually acknowledge thethings for which we are grateful.

When we do, usually we onlydiscuss obvious things, like beinggrateful for family and friends.In today's economy, that list canbe expanded to giving thanks forhaving a job and home - thingsthat everyone needs, but unfortu-nately not everyone has.

As well, we often tend to thinkof something like gratitude as apersonal thing to be expressedprivately or with those in ourintimate circles. However,gratitude can be expressed inpublic ways, without necessar-ily wearing one's heart on one's

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sleeve. One way is by givingback to the community throughvolunteering or other acts ofservice. Numerous people whoat one time needed the help of asocial agency or service return asvolunteers. People often contactour office wanting to help in someway because they enjoy the paperso much. Sometimes those whohave been blessed in some way,want to return the favour.

On both civic and personal levels,we show thanks to someone whohas made a huge contributionthrough a tribute - a memorialnotice in a newspaper; a scholar-ship in someone's name; a parkbench or monument. Yet wedon't have to wait until someoneis no longer with us to show ourappreciation.

Giving thanks does not have tobe limited to one time of the year.Finding unique and individualways to say "thank you" shouldbe something that we try to do allon a regular basis.

Boyle McCauley NewsThe Boyle KtcCauley Sews is a non-prof- it newspaper published monthly by the Boyle Street McCauley Community

Newspaper Society. The Society is made up of people who live and work in the Boyle Street and McCauley neighbour

hoods. Opinions expressed in the newspaper are not necessarily those of the Board of Directors. Any submissions may be

subject to editing for length and suitability.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORSBonnie Barrigan, Diane Gray, Annette Kreider, Joanne C. McNeal,

Tim Nixon, John Reilly, Deborah Stewart

EDITORIAL COMMITTEEColleen Chapman, Nicholas Hermansen, Donna Mackey, Joan MacKinlay, Joanne C. McNeal,

Kylee Nixon, Zinia Pritchard, Kate Quinn, Heidi Tabata, Vikki Wiercinski

OFFICE STAFFEDITOR Paula E. Kirman

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

Colleen Chapman

LAYOUT AND DESIGN Vikkl Wiercinski

ADVERTISING Colleen Chapman

PROOFREADER Barbara B. Kirman

ACCOUNTING Rosalie Gelderman

THANK YOU TO OUR VOLUNTEERS,

WRITERS, AND CONTRIBUTORS

Darlene Arseneault, Mairin Bereian, Colleen

Chapman, Linda Dumont, Isabelle Foord,

Dan Glugosh, Jim Gurnett, Paula E. Kirman,

Joan MacKinlay, Kerrie Miller, Radical Randy,

Gary Simpson.

BLOCK CARRIERSDarlene Arseneault, Bonnie Barrigan, Sandra

Barnes, Elizabeth Bissonette, Marian Brant,

Brockman Family, The Sisters of Charity,

Michelle dimming, Barry Daniels, John

Gee, Rosalie Gelderman, Casey Hunt, Dave

Gibson, Michelle I lobbs, Sister Joanne, Maija

Korhonen, Carmen Loiselle, Mackey Family,

Wesley May, Joan MacKinlay, Shari Mat!,

Bob McKeon, Daniel Nganga, Tim Nixon, Phil

O'Hara, Kate Quinn, Kim O'Leary & John

Reilly, Henry Schuurman, Garry Spotowskl,

Gordon Stamp, Caroline Stuart, John-Wet- tt

Family, Louise Williamson.

Our goal it to report iwuee fairly and provide a variety of pertpettivm on i'hum aflwting thicommunity. The opinion ttprmmd in Boyle McCauley Newt are those of the people named at theauthort of the artitlm, and do not imvmartfy rtflett those of the Board, ttafflor Editorial Committee of the paper.

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Thanksgiving is around thecorner, so we thought it wouldonly be appropriate to themeOctober's issues "Gratitude." We

here at BMC News have a lot forwhich to be grateful. We haveexcellent volunteers who con-

tribute, serve on the Board andEditorial Committee, and deliverthe papers each month. We pay

tribute to these hard-workin- g

volunteers this month. Speakingof which, we have a new volun-

teer proofreader who has beenwith us for a number of issuesnow making sure that all our i's

are dotted and t's are crossed (orsomething like that). Her nameis Barbara B. Kirman, and shealso happens to be my mother!Needless to say, she keeps me on

my toes. As well, this month we .

say goodbye to Ward 4 City Coun-

cillor Michael Phair and expressgratitude for his good works.There is a lot to be grateful for

around here - read on!

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November's theme is "Remem-

brance.'' Some of the articles willhave a traditional RemembranceDay such as profiles of veteranswho live in the area and first-perso- n

accounts of serving withthe military, while other storieswill expand upon the theme bypaying tribute to notable resi-

dents and loved ones who are nolonger with us. If you wouldlike to profile someone, or knowof someone we should talk to,please drop us a line at the officeby giving us a call at 425-347- 5, ore-mail- ing: boylemcnewsgmail.com. Submissions should be nolonger than five hundred words.Please note: Articles submittedare subject to editing for clarityand length. Publication is notguaranteed.

Do you have a gripe? A

compliment? A question?

Share your thoughts with a

Letter to the Editor. In two

hundred words or less, tell

us what made you smile or

frown, or what you would do

to change something around

if you could. Send your

letters to: boylemcnews

gmail.com. Letters may be

edited for length or clarity.

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BMC NEWSVOLUNTEEROF THEMONTHColleen Chapman Here issomething for which I am grate-ful: Volunteers!

Our Volunteer of the Month forOctober is John Reilly. John isthe Treasurer for the Board ofthe Directors of the BMC News.He puts a lot of time and effortinto this important position.John is also a carrier for the pa- -

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time. Thank you John, foryour hard work and dedication!

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Colleen is the Volunteer Coordi-

nator and Advertising Coordina-tor for BMC News.

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Phair decided to step down afterserving the City for fifteen years.First elected in 1992, Phair hasbecome a familiar face at localevents, as well as a speaker atmany rallies concerning peaceand poverty. His warm, personalmanner is always present when-ever meeting him in person. Heis also the City's first openly gaypolitician, which doesn't seemlike a huge deal now, but sparkedcontroversy at the time.

Michael Phair has been a CityCouncillor with a social con-

science, as well as a major ad-

vocate for the Arts. Here atBoyle McCauley News, we lookedforward to his insightful columnsevery month. His progressiveand forward-thinkin- g ideas wererefreshing, and we can only hopehe stays active in other aspectsof life in Edmonton.

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Homefest2007musiciansplay forhousingawareness

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An exciting concert to draw at-

tention to the desperate need formore affordable housing and theeradication of homelessness willbe returning to Edmonton thisfall.

Bill Werthmann, of NorthernLights Folk Club and musiccoordinator for Homefest, saysthe line Up for this fifth concert,hosted by the Edmonton Coali-tion on Housing and Homeless-ness (ECOHH), includes some ofEdmonton and area's best-know- n

folk performers. Roy Forbes isfeatured as one of this year's out-of-to- wn

artists as well.

Joanne Myrol, of the duo MY-

ROL, says "Having been on theedge of homelessness when Iwas a single mom and new toEdmonton, I can empathize withthe plight of those living onthe streets." Haley Myrol adds,"The harsh reality is that in thiswinter city not everyone has thecomfort of a warm bed and shel-ter. Homefest and Edmontoniansare working together for shelter,comfort, and safety through asong."

"On a typical night more than2600 people are homeless in our

Boyle Street and McCauleyResidents Give ThanksAlong the lines of our theme this month, we asked McCauley resi-

dents what they were grateful for. Here's what we heard back:

Lam thankful for the level of tolerance of my friends, family, pets,and other people. I am thankful for the multitude of ways people can

ftendofeach other and have been kind to me. And, ultimately, Ixjn$hankful'l can still remember to be thankful.

--A.K.

Lam grateful for family and friends who nourish and stimulate mysoul. I am also grateful for all of life's experiences, whether good, bad

Pridpwnright ugly. These experiences have shaped my life, given meTSecTlvcJand taught me how to say, "thank you."

Jlam thankful for the ability and opportunity to do work which I

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, ariq.lor the incredible people 1 get to meet and supportive com- -

utiesnniwhich I become involved as a result.

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city," explains ECOHH spokes-person Jim Gurnett.

There is a shortage of 6000units of low-income affordablehousing and waiting lists foravailable units are years long.Needs range from emergencyshelter to special supportedhousing to low-income rentalunits. It is vital for more peopleto understand this and speak upin support of action."

Proceeds from the concert thisyear are going to the John How-ard Society for their transitionalhousing work, Edmonton Men-noni- te

Centre for Newcomers fora camp for youth in their sup-ported housing, and OperationFriendship to assist clients withmoving expenses and obtainingidentification.

"The money raised at Homefestsupplements existing resourcesto help those being hurt by theaffordable housing crisis," saysWerthmann. "Our goal is to en-

sure that low-incom- e, affordablehousing is available to all. Wehave seen the sad evidence overrecent months that much moreneeds to be done. In Edmonton'sstrong economy a growing num-ber of people are in danger ofbecoming homeless. All ordersof government must hear frompeople about the need for morefunding. We hope those attend-ing Homefest will deliver thismessage to the politicians," addsGurnett

The tremendous support of manyvolunteers, including expertsfrom the Edmonton Folk MusicFestival, makes it possible forthe concert to be presented withminimal expenses.

The concert will be Sunday,November 4, from 2 to 7 p.m.at Transalta Arts Barns in OldStrathcona (10330 - 84 Avenue).A children's activity center, artand information displays, and anacoustic song circle will comple-ment the four music stages.

Tickets are available for $10 at:Earth's General Store (10832

Whyte Avenue)Myhre's Music (8715-11- 8 Av-

enue)Tix on the Square (3 Winston

Churchill Square)Grant MacEwan College Book-

storesChildren under twelve attend

for free.

"Homefest sold out the last fouryears," says Gurnett. "We'reexpecting we'll have another fullhouse this year so we encouragepeople to get tickets early."

Edmonton Coalition on Housingand Homelossnoss is a commu-nity organization that includosabout thirty organizationsinvolved with various aspects ofhousing security.

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AN HISTORIC VIEW A panoramic view of the historic Ernest Brown Block and River Valley along 96 street and Jas-

per Avenue, photographed from the deck of the Edmonton Queen riverboat.

ft big "Thank You" tothe;following businessesBpand organizations fortheir support of the 2007McCauley Clean Up:

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COMMUNITY SAFETYWALK IN MCCAULEYJoin Constable Nicole Chapdelaine,our Community Liaison Constableand a few of her colleagues fromSafedmonton for a Community Safe-ty Walk on Thursday, October 1$ at6:30 p.m.

Meet in the parking lot on the East side ofSacred Heart Centre, at 9G27 -- 108 Avenue.

Learn some tips for personal safety and ways to secureyour home. Learn more about what you can do as a citizenand a resident to help make McCauley a safer community.

If you have any questions you would like our Commu-

nity Liaison Constable to look into please send ConstableChapdelaine an email at: nicole.chapdelainepolice.edmonton.ab.ca For more information please call Becky

Redford, Community Recreation Coordinator for the Cityof Edmonton at 496 - 5589. This activity is organized inpartnership with the McCauley Community League andthe City of Edmonton.

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proximately fivethousand unem-ployed and under-employed peopleenjoyed free ham-burgers, hot dogs,juice, fruit, and icecream at GiovanniCaboto Park. Liveentertainment ranthroughout the af-

ternoon, and peoplewere stretching outon the grass to soakin the sun duringthe beautiful day.


Action for HealthyCommunities HostsFundraiser to AddressHomelessness in EdmontonThe Rights of the Homeless are Everyone's Business." On October20 Action for Healthy Communities, a local nonprofit organization,will bo hosting its third annual Creative Expressions Fundraiser.This year, all proceeds will go to a new community initiative to ad-

dress Homelessness in Edmonton, Tho evening will features greatperforming and vocal artists, a live and silent auction, and deliciousfood from around tho world. Pleaso join Action for Healthy Communi-ties Saturday October 20 from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m at tho Hellenic Cana-dian Cultural Centro to address an issuo close to the hearts of manyEdmontonians. Tickets are $25. Please call (780) 944-468- 7 ifyou areinterested in attending.

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Elizabeth Bissonette

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The Sisters of Charity

Michelle Cumming

Barry Daniels

John Gee

Rosalie Gelderman

Casey HuntDave Gibson

David GrantMichelle Hobbs

Sister Joanne

Maija Korhonen


At Boyle McCauley News, we owe a debt of gratitude to every-

one who helps in every stage of the newspaper's production anddelivery. Here, we wish to acknowledge everyone who has beeninvolved with the paper over the past year. We did our best to

ensure we remembered everyone. If anyone's name is missing,our sincere apologies!

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Here is a look at the McCauleyCommunity Party that took placeon September 15 in GiovanniCaboto Park!

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Some of the young soccer players who were being honoured.

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DININGOUT

Sai Woo GardenRestaurant10571 97 Street 425-999- 4

Darlcnc Arseneault I walkedinto the Sai Woo on a Sundayevening at about 6:00 p.m. I hadhoped to bring a guest, but alas,it was not to be. I needn't haveworried about feeling lonelythough.

Within about ten minutes theplace began to fill up, and by thetime I left at 7:00 p.m. it waspacked. There were multi-generation- al

families - lots of them,both Caucasian and Chinese.People in smaller groups wouldcome in and see someone theyknew and chat with them. Thisplace is obviously a favourite of alot of people.

I asked the man at the table be-

side me if he and his family camehere often. He said, "Oh yes,we've been coming here for years.The food is great!'' It sure is, andit takes consistency in qualityof service and food to keep loyalcustomers for years. I've beenliving in McCauley for six yearsand have never eaten at the SaiWoo. After this evening I realizethe error of my ways. I will comeagain, and often.

I had the spring roll at $1.50 foran appetizer, and it was one ofthe best I've had. It was big, and

the pastry was flaky and deli-

cious and stuffed with vegetables.I was very conservative with mychoice of entree, Chicken withMixed Greens. You know howwhen you order Chicken withMixed Greens at most restau-rants, you get a whole lot ofgreens and not much chicken?

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CSulfyJlQiJsix years and

have never eaten at the

Sai Woo. After this eve-

ning I realize the error

of my ways. I will come

again, and often.

Well, this time, there was a wholelot of chicken. Not only was itliberally mixed in with a moun-

tain of perfectly done vegetables,when I got to the bottom layerof said mountain, it was madeup of chicken! Delicious chicken.I didn't quite get through the

DOGTAILS

I had spent a very horaajr digging in a newKongJraised flowerbed,shoveling out old grasajandKauling sjJVcrafloRfrt. I plantedquite a few shrubs anurpr;ennialsjt following the age-o-ld practicothe Indians taught thffBettlers, to put a bit! of fish under each plant.The finished new bed looTTed great, I was pleased it was done, and I

sat down to enjoy it. Tho nextmorning I waahor rifled to discoverthat all tho plants had been dupMyktffaSgs had smelled thofish and dug for it, and pieces ofilteand (lead plants were every-where!! Boy was I mad, and when I yelled at them and scolded them,tho dogs shrunk around tho yard and looked really guilty! Grrrrrnow I was tho growling dog!

whole dish, and ended up takingapproximately half of it homewith me along with half the rice.

The total for my meal: the fatspring roll, the mountain ofchicken and greens, a bowl ofrice, and of course, the requisitebottomless pot of green tea, cameto a whopping $12,76. 1 was sopleased, I gave them fifteen dol-

lars! All in all, a great dining ex-

perience. Good food, good service,good prices, and a whole roomfull of happy, noisy, loyal custom-ers. Thumbs up!

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I sold my car. I use energyefficient light bulbs. I takecloth bags to the grocerystore. My carbon footprint isdown to a few toes.

There might bo an upsidoto global warming. Maybebody fat will melt..

Isabelle is a retired writerliving in McCauley.

Oh... and as I walked home in thefresh fall air along 97th Street,I could smell the sweet smells ofthe Hong Kong Bakery. I followedmy nose, and lo and behold! Theywere open until 7:30 p.m. on aSunday night! So I got myself adecadent chocolate passion fruitcake for $1.75. What a neigh-

bourhood!

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MOVIE mmMyySylc McCauley News CaUforsuimiiUSREVIEW

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HairsprayHairspray is a high energy, largerthan life musical about a largegirl (Tracy) who loves to dance.After landing a spot on the CornyCollins show, Tracy becomes anactivist for the civil rights move-

ment and anyone who is differ-

ent. With an impressive cast,Hairspray is one of the best mov-

ies of the summer. I was reallylooking forward to Hairspray andit definitely exceeded my expec-

tations. It will have you dancingin your seat. The music is Upbeatand very catchy; I still have thesongs running through my head.Still, I was a little disappointedby John Travolta's performance,but other than that I loved themovie.

Mairin Berezan, age 13, liveswith her family in McCauley.

showcaseWe want to showcase the creative work ofyoung people in the BoyleStreet and McCauley area. Ifyou are a student in elementary, juniorhigh, or high school who likes to write, then consider contributing yourwork to BMC News. We are looking for:

Short storiesPoemsAn article about something interesting you or your friends are doingA review of a movie that you saw, a book that you read, or a CD" that

you listened to

Stories and articles should be no more than five hundred words, and poems no longer than

twenty lines. As well, if you under eighteen years of age your parents have to sign a permis

sion form before we can publish your work. We can send you one over e-m- ail - just send us

a message at boylemcnewsgmail.com to ask for one. That is also the same e-m- ail address

where you can send submissions. We look forward to publishing your work!

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Ben has lived in Ward 4 for 26 years. He currently lives in the

community of Rossdale, along with his wife Laurie Blakeman,

who is provincial MLA for the constituency of Edmonton Centre.

To learn more, please visit www.benhenderson.net, ::

call 428-191- 3 or email Ben atelectbenbenhenderson.net.

Edmonton Municipal Election - October 15, 2007

12 Boyle McCaulcy News October 2007

Learning for LifeGratitude and EducationJoanne C. McNeal Thismonth's theme is "gratitude," andin the world of education thereare a lot of things to be thankfulfor. First, we can be thankful toour country, province, and city for

their dedication to funding andproviding education for everyone.It takes a huge commitment ofbudget funds to provide learningopportunities for everyone. Wehave broad learning choices forformal school K-1-2 programs andbeyond. We also have some exce-

llent school and postsecondarybuildings and facilities, whichhave won architectural acclaim,and inspire learning.

Second, we can thank all thepeople who encourage us tolearn from our parents andfamilies, to friends and employ-

ers. Without their enthusiasm,and helping us set priorities, wemight not take it so seriously. Be-

cause they think it's important,we are encouraged to work hardand succeed.

Third, we should be gratefulfor the commitment of all theteachers and administratorswho spend long hours nurturing

ccwhiGation andschooling arevery important.As we pushourselves to trynew attitudesand skills, weopen our mindsto new ideas,and help our-selves learn tohe the very bestwe can he!

us as we go through the schoolsystem. That continues as we goon to technical school, college, oruniversity. We need them to helpus learn, to show us how to thinkand find answers, and we can bethankful they have committedtheir lives to our success. We owethem big-tim- e.

Fourth, we must give thanks toour Creator for our own personalgifts of creativity and curiositythat drive our learning. We lookinside ourselves for inspirationand strength. We exercise ourbrains, and use all our facul-

ties to explore new concepts andfacts. Even though we learn indifferent ways, we are grate-ful that we have the capacity tolearn and discover!

Fifth, we need to acknowledgeall the researchers and centersthat lead new thinking and in-

novations. In addition, there's awhole industry of writing, books,and textbooks to guide our learn-ing. And, don't forget all the sup-

porting industries that providepaper, pencils, pens, chairs, desks,computers, and calculators!

Keeping Vigil on Homelessness

Members of Albertans Demand Affordable Housing staged a silent protest outside of the vacant land on96 street and 105 Avenue on September 15, as campers evacuated the area. This lot behind the BissellCentre was used as a campground over the summer until the province shut the facility down,

We often take those things forgranted, but our learning is as-

sisted by all of those devices andmaterials. Education is actuallya huge industry, so to speak, butone we all participate in, and canbe thankful for.

Last, we should be thankfulthat we have choices. We havea choice of schools, programs,and options for subjects at alllevels. My grandchildren cantake French immersion start-ing in Kindergarten, take arts orshops as they get to later yearsin school, and have a choice oftrades, college, professions orother university training, all attheir choosing.

Education is a very importantpart of our lives, both as childrenand as adults. Once we are out offormal school we keep learningthroughout all our lives. Enjoyevery minute, and don't forget tosay thank you to those that makeit fun!

Joanne C. McNeal is a retirededucator and college administra-tor who lives in McCauley.

"Silentgratitudeisn't verymuch toanyone.GERTRUDE STEIN

"Gratitudeis the signof noblesouls. "AESOP

Boyle McCauley News October 2007 13

McCauleyCommunityLeague Update The McCauley Community League thanks the following for

contributing to the Community Party in the Park:

Joan MacKinlay The Com-

munity Party in the Park onSeptember 15 was a success anda failure at the same time. Itwas a failure in the sense thatthe atmosphere of a soup kitchento feed two hundred people, mostof which were the chronicallyhomeless, stopped some familiesfrom coming. Many of those whodid attend the party, which wasintended to thank or welcomethem, chose not to eat possiblybecause they felt intimidated bythose in the line who were ine-

briated or under the influenceof drugs. Possibly some chosenot to eat because they felt theywere less needy than the home-less. I found out later that threechurches and one social agencyprovided spaced out meals forthe homeless that day. The partywas an experiment we had to tryto find out if we could do it. Wewill change things rather thangive up.

That being said, the special teamof volunteers who jumped in tohelp worked wonderfully well to-

gether to make things a success.That being said, the special teamof volunteers who jumped in tohelp, worked wonderfully well to-

gether to make things a success.It was a beautiful day to be out-

side. The soccer fanatics playedsoccer together and two Cityrecreation workers organizedgames for the other children.

Special thanks to Stella for herlovely poster, and to Jody, Col-

leen, Patsy and the cornshuckers,Wendy, Bernard (the League'snew treasurer!), the sign writerwhose name escapes me at themoment (my apologies!), Sam,Danial, Tony, Oriana,and Cathie for making theday enjoyable and successful.Thanks to all others who workedbehind the scenes, like Steveand his friend who picked up thebarbeque on short notice when aglitch occurred.

The League is requesting a meet-ing with the Mayor to discuss thechallenges McCauley faces, andto offer workable solutions. I willlet you know how that goes.

Joan is the President of the Afc-Caul- ey

Community League. Sheis grateful for a thoughtful com-

munity that constantly challengesher to re-exami- ne her thinking.

Boyle StreetCommunityLeagueUpdateJoe Cloutier The Boyle StreetCommunity League and theLeague's programming partnersInner City Youth Developmentwould like to extend our grati-tude to the Edmonton Police Ser-vices for their efforts to preventsome of the negative influencesin the park from impacting theyouth as they take part in ourprograms.nities for Edmonton'sInner City youth.

Joe is the President of the BoyleStreet Community League andPrincipal of Inner City High.

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Cathie, McCauley's friend from Riverbend, for the chilli

Costco for the condiments

Boys and Girls Club for their facilities

City of Edmonton for two organizers of games for kids

City of Edmonton Police for dropping by to say hello

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A New Garage! Renovating your garage:

Joanne C. McNeal When I

bought my little house in McCau-le- y,

it had a small single garagethat I knew had no footings orfloor. I immediately filled it withboxes of papers from years ofteaching, because I had too muchstuff to sort through before mov-

ing. Then last Spring, the garageflooded because it had no footingsor floor, and all the boxes on thebottom layer got wet. The restjust got moldy! I've spent thesummer sorting through damppapers, photos, and clothes.

Looking at alternatives to makethe house and garage useable,and to keep this from happen-ing again, I explored the idea ofbuilding a new garage. Walking

around McCauley, I could seethat quite a few houses havegarages that are newer than thehouse, so I am not alone. Back in1930 when my house was built,they obviously didn't think muchabout footings. I guess a garagewas a luxury! Now, until the newgarage is built, my house is filledwith boxes everywhere, so I canhardly move. What a differencea useable garage will make inmy house and life. I'm now in themidst of having the new garagebuilt, and I thought I'd share theprocess.

Joanne has owned and reno-

vated a number of old houses inthis area of Edmonton, a farmin Stony Plain, and a resort andhouse in Saskatchewan.

Debbie Yeungfor Councillor WARD 4

Debbie's Priorities:Value for taxpayers' hard earned moneyAffordable housing and shelters for homelesspeopleSafe neighbourhoods and community baseddevelopmentInvestments to upgrade our transportation systemand aging infrastructure in mature neighbourhoods

Think Yeung. "Phone: 450-938- 2

Web-site:www.debbieyeung.c-

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E-mail: dyeungdebbieyeung.comPO Box 68189, 162 Bonnie Doon Mall, Edmonton T6C 4N6

Step It Finding a builder and"'exploring possible costs. On therecommendation of several friends,I worked with Home Hardware toget it right. I drew up rough plans,we discussed possibilities, theypriced it out and drew up formal

plans on their computer. I settledon a 20 x 20' single garage with astorage loft for all my boxes, andspace for a workshopstudio whereI can sort through stuff, do artworkand store tools and materials.

Step 2: Taking the plans to the"City of Edmonton. I had to get.theirapproval and pay for a building per--

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pugaTea they have to send a lettertoother residents to ask if anyoneobjects.

Step 3: Getting the old garageemptied, and then demolished.

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snmpnnfi with a hiilldnrer tn tearKownthe bid building and haul air

uiu jiidiciidis away we idineoawffiad to move fences and

uild some new fence Darts so theBackyard would be secure and safeEorfmy dogs while the new garageBS1 being built. I also removed somepfthe garage siding to use forrepaVgof the house siding, becauseit matched,

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Debbie Yeung is a Charter Accountant andgraduate of the University of Alberta. She ismarried with two young children who attenda French Immersion school in the Ritchiearea.

Step 4: Getting the concfetpad prepared and poured.pad has a vapor barrier unc

so the moisture does not torup through the floor in future

Concrete was delayed becaul!

the concrete, crews are so I

and I was told concrete cannotpoured when it's raining. :

Steb 5: Receiving the build

materials and getting the building

framed, I'm told a crew doe;

all in just one day. I can hardl'

wait!

Step 6; Completion of the garageexterior. It needs roofing,

soffits, doors, and windows

will also build stairs to the storageloft above the main garage:of these tasks are done byent crews.

Step 7: Completion of newcat lines yvith a buried line

electrfifromj

house, installation of lightlfixturesl

and plugs to the new structure

iouna new Fixtures on clearance... . arenovation stores.

Step 8: Building an interior- -

enclose the workshop areaincludes insulation and wall .sheeting so the area can be heatedwinter. This part 1 will do myselfsave money. So progress is

made and I am pleased!

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Boyle McCaulcy News October 2007 15

Around The NeighbourhoodBISSELL CENTRE 423-228-5

Adult Cooking Classes:Thursday afternoonsBeadwork class:Monday morningsWednesdays at noonHep C Peer Support:Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m.Movie Night:Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. (dropin) Women s Health Group &Lunch: Thursdays at 2:30 p.m.Coffee House Dinner, music andopen stage: 3rd Tuesday 6:30

BOYLE MCCAULEY HEALTHCENTRE 10628-- 96 StreetMonday - Thursday 9a.m.- 9p.m. Friday 9a.m. -- 12:30p.m. Women's Health PromotionEvening Thursdays (except thelast Thursday of the month)from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.,preceded by yoga class at 3:30p.m. for one hour. Foot Clinic- Wednesday 1-- 3 p.m. Dental andStreetworks during clinic hours.

BOYLE STREET COMMUNITYSERVICES10116- - 105 Avenue4244106

Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:3- 0

p.m. Youth Drop-In- , Wed. 4--7 p.m.Adult Drop-In- , Thurs. 4-- 8 p.m.Community Soup LineMonday-Frida- y at noon. HousingWorkshop, every second Wednes-day. Income Taxes March 7- April 25th. Tuesdays 10 a.m.- - 4p.m.

COMMUNITY OF EMMANUELWorship Services and SundaySchool. Sunday 11 a.m. at BissellCentre. Lunch follows.

EDMONTON INNER CITYVICTORY CHURCH10665-9- 8 Street 4244803Worship Service Sunday at noon.Praise & Prayer Tuesday 6:30p.m. Men's Bible StudyWednesday 6:30 p.m. Where It'sAt Coffee House Friday 7-1- 0 p.m.

ST. PETER'S LUTHERANCHURCH9606-1- 10 Avenue426-112- 2

The Rock Community BreakfastTuesday to Thursday 7- -9 a.m.Kid's Club. Monday 6 - 7:30 p.m.

P3FrPETER GOLDRING

1 Member of Parliament1 Edmonton East

Time For a New ConsulateIt is time for the establishment of a Ukrainian Consulate in

Edmonton. While Ukraine has honourary consuls in Winni-

peg and Vancouver, a consulate in Edmonton could betterserve the hundreds of thousands of people of Ukrainian

descent in the western provinces. After Ukraine and Rus-

sia, Canada has the third largest Ukrainian population in

the world. At present full consular services for Ukrainians

are available only through the embassy in Ottawa or theconsulate in Toronto.

Edmonton with its large Ukrainian population would seemto be a logical choice for a Ukrainian consulate. His Excel-

lency Ihor Ostash, the Ukrainian Ambassador, indicated in

a visit to Edmonton in March he would support the establ-

ishment of such a consulate. Support for the idea has alsocome from the Ukrainian Canadian Congress, Edmonton

branch, and Alberta Premier Ed Stelmach.

A consulate would help protect the interests of Ukraine in

Western Canada and facilitate tourist traffic both to andfrom Ukraine. It would also further the development of

commercial, economic, cultural and scientific relations be-

tween Ukraine and Canada.

The ties between the two countries are strong and his-

toric, from the wave of Ukrainian immigrants to Canada in

the early part of the 20 century, to the appointment of aUkrainian descendent (Ray Hnatyshyn) as Governor Gen-

eral, to the fact Canada was the first Western nation to

recognize Ukraine's sovereignty in 1991.

With more than 125,000 residents of Ukrainian descent,the Edmonton area has more citizens of Ukrainian extrac-

tion than Winnipeg, about twice as many Calgary andabout the same number as Vancouver, Regina and Saska-

toon combined. Therefore it seems to me establishing aUkrainian consulate in Edmonton would be the logical next

step in the growing relationship between the two countries.

What do you think?

495-326- 1 www.petergoldring.ca

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EDMONTON CENTRALCOMMUNITY CHURCH11661-- 95 StreetMonday to Friday 8:30 - 8:45a.m. Sunday 6 p.m. Soup Line,Wed. 2:30-3:- 30 p.m.

SOCIETY FOR METISLITERACY HELPLINE10865-- 96 Street444-123- 4

Assists individuals and familieswith referrals and resources.Planning and action circles onAboriginalMetislnuit issues.Thursday 7 p.m.

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CALL DAN AT 424-287- 0

$12meat order$8produce orderDeadline is 1st Friday of monthAnnual Coop membership: $5.

WOMEN'S HEALTH CLINICLocated in the Women's Emer-

gency. Accommodation Centre,the clinic is open Monday toFriday from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

THE MUSTARD SEED10635 - 96 Street780-426-560- 0

Sunday Worship Service (Sun. 34p.m.) Evening Meals (Mon. to Fri.7- -8 p.m., Sat. 5-- 6 p.m.Personal Assistance Centre(Mon. and Fri. afternoons 1- -4

p.m.Jues. and Thurs. evenings8--9 p.m.: evening are forstudents and day workers only,please. Food Depot (Tues. andThurs. afternoons 1 - 4 p.m.,Wed. evenings 8--9 p.m.; eveningtimes ard for students and dayworkers only please). Drop In

Coffee (Mon. - Fri. afternoonsl4p.m., closed the last Wednesdayof the month.Community ActivitiesWed. afternoons 14 p.m. andevery evening following the meal).Regual Recreation Activitiesinclude: Movie Night - Fri. 8--1 1

p.m. Hockey Night in Canada,Sat. 6-1- 1 p.m. Get involved. TheMustard Seed isalways looking for volunteers.For more information call TheMustard Seed, at 780426-560- 0

or visit: www.mustard.ab.ca

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Support for smokers who aretrying to quit. Call NicotineAnonymous.

SACRED HEART CHURCHOF THE FIRST PEOPLES422-305- 2 for further info onanything listed below.Eucharist is held each Sunday at10 a.m., 1 1 :30 a.m. and 7 p.m.Bimonthly programs available toprepare parents for their child'sBaptism, First Communion andConfirmations. Traditional NativeWakes, in First Nations, Metis,and Inuit traditions. AA meets inthe Parish Hall. Eating DisorderGroup meets each week.WhiteS-ton- e

Project and Edmonton InnerCity Children's Project Society runtheir programs in conjunction withParish programs. Gospel musicfestivals, dances, youth dances,pancake breakfasts and Feastsare held in the hall throughout theyear.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE-

COME MORE CONNECTED TOYOUR COMMUNITY? If you canspare 45-6- 0 minutes a week dur-

ing school hours to spend playinggames, readingbooks, doing sports, laughingand talking, building, baking, ormaking crafts, you could becomea mentor to a child at NorwoodSchool. Mentors say it's the bestpart of their week! To join in thefun please call Leigh Roy at 477-100- 2,

ext. 314 or e-mail: leigh.royepsb.ca. Our volunteer arevalued members of our NorwoodFamily!

AISH NETWORK OF ALBERTASOCIETY780482-892- 1

Need sponsors and members.(AISH recipients pay NO member-ship fee.)Please contact us at 482-892- 1.

CAP. HEAD START PRE-SCHOOL NOW ACCEPT-ING REGISTRATIONS FOR200708 SCHOOL YEAR.CAP, (Children And Parents)Head Start is a free Early Child-

hood Preschool Program forchildren, aged 3 12 to 5 years,from low income families livingwithin the area between JasperAvenue and 124 Avenue andfrom 109 Street to 82 Street.CAP. Head Start is located at1 1035 - 92 Street. We operatetwo half-da- y classes in the morn-ing and afternoon on Mondays toThursdays during the school year.We also have a full day Kinde-rgarten. With the wide variety ofcultural backgrounds enrolled inthe program, we strive to buildethnic pride and multiculturalawareness. Many of our familiesand children don't speak English.For more information and toarrange for an interview, pleasecall: 422-726- 3 and ask for anOutreach Worker.

BOARD GAMES WANTED:Call Dan at 424-287-0

NETWORKS ACTIVITYCENTRE 780474-3363- , EXT.

302. Volunteer!JOIN OUR TEAM! Every secondMonday Networks Activity Centreprovides adults with brain injury aprogram that promotesan active lifestyle through ofhportunities for social interaction,physical activity, and communityinvolvement. Volunteering withNetworks Activity Centre is awonderful way to enrich your lifeand touch the lives of those weserve. If you are interested injoining our volunteer team pleasecall 780474-336-3 ext. 302 ore-mail:

Darlene Arsenault, VolunteerCoordinator at da.nactelus.net.

THE LEARNING CENTREDo you know an adult who wantsto improve their reading, writingor math skills? Please tell themabout The Learning Centre. Weoffer free tutoring and small

roup learning at tsoyie streetommunitv Services. Call 429- -

0675 for information.

PROJECT ADULT LITERACYSOCIETY SEEKSVOLUNTEERSP.A.L.S, is recruiting newvolunteers to work with theLiteracy Program, English as aSecond Language Program, andMath Literacy Program. Trainedvolunteers work with studentsone-on-on- e or in a small groupsetting. Volunteers are required

to provide three references, com-plete a Police Check, completean interview, and attend trainingprior to being matched with astudent in a program. For moreinformation, call 424-551- 4,

FREE GUITAR LESSONS!Every second Monday 7- -9 p.m.10821 - 96 Street, Sacred HeartCentre Basement. Sponsored byMcCauley Community League &

EdmontonCity Centre Church Corp. All

ages, styles, and skill levels. CallDan or Allan for info: 424-287-0.

PARENT TALK, A PROGRAMOF BOYS' AND GIRLS' CLUBSOF EDMONTONWeekly peer support group offersyou the support, tools, and infor-

mation to more effectively parentyour children. Drop in, no cost;light meal and child-car- e

provided. Transportationassistance available. McCauleyYouth Centre, 9425 - 109A Av-

enue, Tuesday evenings 6-- 8 p.m..Call 481-129- 2 for moreinformation.

BECOME A YOGAINSTRUCTOR Weekly workshopswith a senior Yoga Association ofAlberta instructor. Wednesdays7:30 to 9:00 p.m. in McCauley.Call Linda at 4280805. GamesDay takes place in the basementof the Sacred Heart School everySunday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.Call Dan for more info at 424-287- 0.

BOARD MEMBERS NEEDEDNetworks Activity Centre Societyof Alberta is in need of individualswho are interested in sitting onthe Board of Directors. NetworksActivity Centre is a recreation andleisure program for adult survi-

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EDMONTON ANARCHISTBOOKFAIR 2007 Since 2002,the Edmonton Anarchist Bookfairhas provided Anarchists, activ-ists, and the curious the oppor-tunity to learn, share ideas, andconnect with others. Vendorsand speakers from across NorthAmerica attend each year, witharound one thousand peopleattending the three-da-y event.The 2007 Edmonton AnarchistBookfair will again create a forumto explore ideas and learn fromeach other. When: October 26- 28, 2007. Where: AlbertaAvenue Hall, 9210 - 1 18 Avenue.Information:http:edmontonanarchistbookfair.blogspot.com

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Street "searching for balance"Works by Leszek WyczolkowskiSeptember 6, 2007 - October13, 2007

GULU WALK Be a reason forhope in Northern Uganda. OnOctober 20, 2007, at 11a.m.,come to Sir Winston ChurchillSquare and join your brothersand sisters in 82 cities aroundthe world walking in support ofAfrican children who live in fear ofbecoming child soldiers. Be anIcon, check out

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McCauleyResidentsPitch In toSave Whale


john reilly On a misty Monday morn-ing in August, on the north beachesof Haida Gwaii (Queen CharlotteIslands), the Berezan and ReillyO'Leary families joined a dozen oftheir friends and about one hundredpeople in a whale rescue.A three-yea- r old humpbackhad beached at about 6:00a.m., and word spread quicklydown Tow Hill Road. Thefamilies didn't know what toexpect as they approached thedesperate situation.

By the time they arrived, atabout 12:30 p.m., a pool hadbeen dug and filled with wa-

ter to keep the whale float-ing and breathing. The localHaida Nation had broughtin a pump to keep sea waterflowing over the whale to keepit cool. Some of the brave Mc-Cauleyi-

tes

grabbed shovelsand joined in the digging ofa trench to the sea. Otherspicked up buckets and usedthem to pour water over theyoung whale.

Over the next three hours,while the youngster's motherand another whale surfacednearby, the group workedfeverishly to create a swimchannel before the tide beganto come back in. When it didcome in, they dug madly tobreak down the sandy walls ofthe pool to allow seawater towash over the stranded mam-mal. Then they backed off,hoping Mother Nature woulddo her work.

They quickly realized that thorising tide was going to pushthe whale further into shore.Four brave lads went out tobrace the whale against thetide. Ten minutes later theycalled for more help and thomen of tho two families joinedtwenty others and plungedinto tho icy waters.

Using fire hoses to lift thetwenty-seve- n foot, five thou-sand pound creature, theystruggled to push the whaleinto deep enough water toswim. It wasn't easy. Whenthe waves crashed, the whaletensed and lifted its hugefluke (tail fin) high up in theair. When it began to breathenormally again, it blasted theteam with whale snot and shotpeople's hats thirty to fortyfeet into the air.

But that didn't scare thishardy group. They realizedthat the whale relaxed whenthe waves calmed and beganto gently rock it up and down.The traditional song of theHaida, sung by a local elder,also seemed to have a calm-ing effect. The whale began towave its fluke in rhythm withthe rocking and soon it was indeep enough water to swim.

A loud whoop came from thecrowd as the beautiful hump-back swam out into deeperwater. But then everyonegasped when it began to swimback toward shore. Peopleran along the beach and swamalongside tho whale to scareit out into the open water.Their efforts worked, and,after gracefully turning rightaround, the youngster swamout into the North Pacificwhere its mother was waitingto lead it back to its pod.

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