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Lacombe’s Eric Rajah awarded honourary degreeFounder of A Better World continues to establish new projects worldwide

BY BRIAN VOSSENLacombe Express

This past May, A Bet-

ter World Founder

Eric Rajah received

an honourary Doctor of

Laws degree from Andrews

University, Michigan in

recognition of his many

years of humanitarian

work.

In a letter to Rajah from

Andrews University Presi-

dent Niels-Erik Andreasen,

Andreasen said that Ra-

jah was nominated by the

selection committee who,

“Carefully considered (his)

lifelong, exemplary and ad-

mirable commitment to the

betterment of life for many

disadvantaged children

and young people around

the world.”

In his letter, Andreasen

also informed Rajah that

the university commonly

confers such honourary

degrees during its gradua-

tion celebrations so that re-

cipients of the honourary

degrees can be held up as

examples to the graduating

students.

Rajah said it was surpris-

ing to learn of receiving

the award, particularly be-

cause he did not have any

real strong connection to

the university.

In addition to receiving

the award, Rajah was asked

to be a commencement

speaker for two of Andrews

University’s three gradua-

tion ceremonies, which Ra-

jah said was quite touching.

“That was a very special

honour,” Rajah said. He

added that he also appre-

ciated the opportunity to

speak with a young audi-

ence, that he might share

his passion with them. “It

was a double honour in a

sense.”

However, Rajah’s sur-

prises were not to end with

the nomination and subse-

quent receipt of the honou-

rary degree.

This past weekend, on

June 22nd, friends and

colleagues of Rajah’s

planned a surprise party

in Lacombe to celebrate the

achievement.

Rajah said he was sur-

prised not only by the

party, but by the number

of people who showed up

to celebrate with him and

show their support by do-

nating to a project set up,

unbeknownst to him, in his

name.

“I was very surprised by

the number of people and

the generosity of the people

to make this thing happen

and it made me feel very

special.”

The project set up in

Rajah’s name is building

a new kitchen and dining

room at Male Secondary

School.

Rajah said that the A Bet-

ter World organization al-

ready has a number of proj-

ects going on in the Kenyan

community of Male (pro-

nounced Ma-lay), which is

near Mt. Kenya.

The price tag assigned

to the kitchen and dining

room project was $45,000

but as of June 23rd, $58,000

had already been raised.

Rajah said the excess

funds will be used to fur-

nish and equip the dining

room and kitchen.

This project will be the

fi rst organized by A Better

World to have Rajah’s name

directly attached to it.

It is also something Ra-

jah fi nds somewhat uncom-

fortable.

“There are so many other

people who give,” said Ra-

jah. “But it is humbling.”

Rajah did say that, while

he might be slightly un-

nerved with having a proj-

ect built in his name, it is

fi tting for it to be in Male,

a community he has a per-

sonal connection to.

It was in Male that A Bet-

ter World fi rst began doing

community projects in Ke-

nya.

Rajah added that, while

he may be the one getting

recognized, he is not by any

means solely responsible

for A Better World achiev-

ing its goals.

“This recognition may be

centered on me, but it’s re-

ally a tribute to the commu-

nity that has let us achieve

this,” said Rajah.

“Nobody arrives alone

at these milestones. These

achievements I am getting

are really because other

people decided to stand

with me.”

Other projects for the

Male Secondary School

include a dormitory that

is currently being built,

planting a vegetable gar-

den and the addition of

three classrooms that have

been constructed.

Also, a water system uti-

lized by about 3,000 people

was recently installed in

Male.

This week, Rajah left for

a month-long trip to Kenya.

During that trip, Male

will be one of his destina-

tions on the trip and Rajah

will be able to get the new

kitchen and dining room

project underway at the

Male Secondary School.

Rajah founded A Better

World approximately 24

years ago in Lacombe.

Today, they have several

projects in Kenya as well as

Sudan, Uganda, Rwanda,

Afghanistan, Sri Lanka,

Bolivia and Peru.

[email protected]

FAMILY SUPPORT - Eric Rajah stands surrounded by his sons and wife after receiving an honourary Doctor of Laws degree from Andrews University in Michigan. Rajah said he is extremely grateful to his family for standing with him and all the support they have given him in his endeavors. From left, Brenden Rajah, Eric Rajah, Candi Rajah and Jaden Rajah. photo submitted

“THIS RECOGNITION MAY BE CENTERED ON ME, BUT IT’S REALLY A TRIBUTE TO THE

COMMUNITY THAT HAS LET US ACHIEVE THIS.”

ERIC RAJAH



Canada Day in Lacombe and area

should be bigger and better than ever

this year, with numerous events planned

throughout the district.

Marie Péron, executive director of La-

combe Regional Tourism, said thanks

to the organization and collaboration,

there will be more to do this Canada Day

than ever before. Péron added that all the

events are family-friendly and a great

way to entertain visitors over the holi-

day.

In Lacombe, things will kick off in the

morning with a number of events begin-

ning at 8 a.m. at English Estates Centre.

Central Alberta Co-op will be hosting a

free pancake breakfast with live enter-

tainment from Flashback Freddie. There

will also be face painting and a Kiddies

Kash Sand Pile where children 10 and

under will be able to dig for buried trea-

sures in the sand.

Later in the morning, starting at 11:30

a.m., there will be a colour parade march-

ing from the Lacombe Memorial Centre

to the Lacombe Legion where the second

annual fl ag raising event will take place.

After the fl ag raising ceremony at noon,

the Lacombe Legion will be hosting a

fundraising barbeque where visitors can

have lunch for $5.

During the afternoon, Alberta Downs

will be hosting a fan appreciation day

during their usual race times with $2,000

to be given away in betting vouchers. Just

outside Lacombe, Ellis Bird Farm is in-

viting families to pre-register to build a

birdhouse and enjoy some treats.

As usual, Lacombe’s museums will

play a central part in the City’s Canada

Day celebrations. Participants in La-

combe’s Canada Day events can look

forward to downtown walking tours led

by costumed characters, live demos at

Michener House and the Lacombe Black-

smith Shop and a movie showing at the

Flatiron Building.

Péron said the museums have become

a staple in Lacombe’s Canada Day cel-

ebrations. By celebrating Lacombe’s his-

tory, the community also celebrates its

heritage, its roots and by extension, the

heritage and roots of Canada as well.

“I think it’s important to remember,

as we celebrate each passing birthday of

Canada, that we gain more rich history

every year,” said Péron. “So it’s a nice

way to shine a focus on the museums and

have people appreciate their local history

as well.”

At Michener House, a wool spinner

will be doing a demonstration turning

raw wool into yarn and then using yarn

to make keepsakes for visitors. Mean-

while, at the Blacksmith Shop, visitors

can see a variety of items made by La-

combe’s blacksmiths including one of

the shop’s newest apprentices. Starting

at 3 p.m., the Lacombe Flatiron Building

will be doing a showing of the fi lm The

Magic Ordinary Days, a Hollywood fi lm

that was shot in Lacombe and showcases

Lacombe’s historic downtown.

Canada Day in Lacombe to be bigger and better


After the Alberta Gov-

ernment’s decision to scrap

the P3 funding model, 19

of the 50 new schools an-

nounced by the govern-

ment last year could be

delayed.

The new school slated for

Blackfalds is one of them.

Larry Jacobs, super-

intendent for Wolf Creek

Public Schools (WCPS) said

that, issues regarding cost

and funding aside, the big-

gest concern in the wake of

the announcement is lost

time.

“The biggest worry for

us now is that the process

has to restart to some de-

gree,” said Jacobs.

He added it is of para-

mount importance the

school be open in time to

deal with new students for

the 2016–2017 school year.

“We need to have that

building in Blackfalds open

for the fall of 2016,” said Ja-

cobs. “We can’t afford to be

late.”

At this point, Jacobs said

WCPS’s fi rst objectives are

fi nding out how far back

in the process last week’s

announcement has set this

project and whether or not

they can still complete the

project on schedule.

“Hopefully we have

enough time,” said Jacobs.

“If we have to go an extra

year, that poses a whole

bunch of new challenges

for us.”

Not the least of which,

Jacobs said, is fi guring

out if the existing WCPS

schools will have the capac-

ity for the new students.

Like Jacobs, Blackfalds

Mayor Melodie Stol said

she is disappointed not so

much that the P3 model

has been scrapped, but that

abandoning that model

equates to lost time.

“We’ve already spent 14

months working toward

this P3 model,” said Stol.

“Whether I like or dislike

P3 doesn’t matter.”

Stol added that she was

surprised when the school

was fi rst announced last

spring that it would not be

open until 2016.

Now that it could be de-

layed one whole year, Stol

is even more disheartened.

“I’m beyond disappointed.”

On the plus side, Stol said

everything the community

needs to get in order for the

school’s construction to go

ahead, such as land avail-

ability and road improve-

ments, is taken care of.

“As a community, we are

prepared.”

Stol also shared Jacobs’

feelings in that she is con-

cerned what will happen to

Blackfalds’ up and coming

students if the school is not

ready in time.

“We have too many kids

to wait. We don’t even know

where we will put them.”

Stol went on to say Black-

falds is a growing commu-

nity with many choosing to

make it their home.

She also said for most

families, schools are the

fi rst contact they have to

the community.

While Stol did say that

many people, including

some members of the cur-

rent council, did not think

the P3 model was the best

path to take, she is con-

cerned less about how the

project will be paid for and

more about getting it done.

“It’s beyond my scope

of reason that we are 14

months after the announce-

ment and we don’t have a

shovel in the ground,” said

Stol.

“Let’s get it done.”

Jacobs said that, at this

point, there are possibly

two options to get the new

school built.

Either Alberta Infra-

structure could get in-

volved and build it, or

WCPS could go back to

the old method of going

through an RFP process of

design, build and tender to

have it constructed.

However, Jacobs added it

is too early to know which

option will be used.

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Scrapping of P3 could delay school

Have a Safe & Happy

Canada Day!

In Blackfalds, free cupcakes will be given

out at the Tayles Water Park at 1 p.m. and

Eckville and Bentley will be celebrating in

the evening with a number of events like

music, face painting, other events for kids,

hot dogs and of course birthday cake.

Several communities in the area will be

topping off their Canada Day celebrations

with fi reworks at dusk. Fireworks will be

held in Eckville at All Star Park in Black-

falds or at Cranna Lake in Lacombe.

In addition to the Canada Day events, the

fi rst annual Tail Creek Mud & Music Festi-

val will be held the June 27-29th weekend

and serve as a prelude to Canada Day cel-

ebrations. The festival will feature music

from Korn, Chevelle and Five Finger Death

Punch as headliners as well as Theory of a

Deadman and Killswitch Engage. In addi-

tion to the music, the ‘mud’ side of the fes-

tival will feature high octane entertainment

courtesy of Hardcore Racing Canada.

For more information on Canada Day

events in Lacombe and area, visit www.la-

combe.ca or www.lacombetourism.com.

[email protected]


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Big Brothers Big Sister expands in BlackfaldsBY BRIAN VOSSENLacombe Express

Big Brothers Big Sisters

will soon be expanding its

operations in Blackfalds.

Thanks to partnership

between Big Brothers Big

Sisters (BBBS) of Lacombe

and Blackfalds Boston

Pizza, BBBS has received

a $25,000 grant that will

allow the organization to

offer more independent

programming options in

Blackfalds, rather than

constantly piggy-backing

off Lacombe programs.

“Finally we can expand

into Blackfalds so that not

everybody has to travel to

Lacombe for everything,”

said Crystal Zens, execu-

tive director for BBBS of

Lacombe.

In addition to the funds,

BBBS will be receiving ad-

ditional offi ce space.

At a regular meeting

on June 24th, Town of

Blackfalds council voted

unanimously in favour of

accepting an FCSS board

recommendation to under-

take a pilot project with

BBBS of Lacombe to be re-

viewed on an annual basis.

Zens commented on

how working out of the

Blackfalds FCSS offi ce is a

good fi t as FCSS also has

delivered positive youth

programs as one of its mis-

sions.

“Collaboration is a defi -

nite strength.”

With the new funding

and additional offi ce space

Miranda Kamps, currently

a senior case worker for

BBBS of Lacombe will be-

come the program coordi-

nator in Blackfalds.

Zens said the offi ce space

in the Blackfalds FCSS

building and human re-

sources will make BBBS

and its programs more ac-

cessible to both volunteers

and families.

“It allows us to serve our

people in more impactful

ways,” said Zens.

Zens went on to speak

of how the expansion will

allow BBBS to grow the

volunteer base existing in

Blackfalds and better serve

young individuals on the

Big Brothers Big Sister’s

program wait list by match-

ing them up with mentors.

It also will allow Black-

falds to develop its own

versions of programs like

the popular Kids n’ Kops

and Go Girls camps, that

will run independent from

Lacombe’s to better serve a

wider ranger of youth.

Such an expansion is

necessary to better serve

the community of Black-

falds, which Zens said is

growing fast, making it

diffi cult to manage solely

from Lacombe.

“There’s so many young

families in Blackfalds and

it’s growing so fast,” said

Zens. “This is just a phe-

nomenal step in the right

direction to bring positive

youth programs to Black-

falds.”

To commemorate this ex-

pansion and kick off some

of the programming, BBBS

will be holding a Kiddies

Carnival in the Blackfalds

Boston Pizza parking lot

on July 8th from 5-7 p.m.

There will be giveaways,

bounce houses and other

fun activities for the kids to

celebrate all offered free to

the community.

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AHS creates continuing care resolution team

A new continuing care resolution team

reporting directly to Alberta Health Ser-

vices’ CEO has been created to ensure

patients and families receive appropriate,

timely continuing care placement and

care.

The team – to be led by Nancy Guebert

and Isabel Henderson, both experienced

health care clinicians – will be available as

of July 7th for patients and families with

unresolved concerns related to continuing

care placement or care.

The continuing care resolution team

will report directly to Vickie Kaminski, Al-

berta Health Services (AHS) President and

CEO. The team will work to resolve issues

in public and privately-operated continu-

ing care facilities.

“The team will work directly with pa-

tients and their families to ensure that

patients receive the care they need in a lo-

cation best suited to their needs and indi-

vidual circumstances,” said Kaminski.

AHS also created a Continuing Care

Concerns phone line and email account

that will serve as a central point of intake

for Albertans with unresolved continuing

care concerns. The phone line (1-844-468-

2930) and email account (continuingcare@

albertahealthservices.ca) will help Alber-

tans connect with the necessary resources

and experts to provide guidance and reso-

lution to placement or care concerns.

AHS is also launching a new front-line

education and awareness program to en-

sure staff have the resources and fl exibil-

ity they need to help patients transition to

continuing care. The education and aware-

ness program will focus on new internal

processes related to placing patients in ap-

propriate beds, and ensure that best-prac-

tice, patient-centered care is at the core of

all decisions.

The leads of the continuing care resolu-

tion team will also work with the seniors

and health advocate to coordinate response

and actions to concerns.

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GREAT FUNDING - From left, Boston Pizza Assistant General Manager Alexandra Sayers, Blackfalds Big Brothers Big Sisters Coordinator Miranda Kamps, Big Brothers Big Sisters Board Member Heather Astle and Boston Pizza Community Relations Coordinator Sheldon Higgins pose with a $25,000 cheque that will allow the organization to expand operations in Blackfalds.

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BY KALISHA MENDONSARed Deer Express

Fire fi ghters from

around Central Alberta

gathered last weekend for

training exercises at Red

Deer’s Emergency Services

Training Facility in River-

side Industrial Park.

Members of the Black-

falds, Bentley, Lacombe,

Eckville and Rimbey Fire

Departments came togeth-

er to practice scenarios

that involve active, hostile

environments and how to

carry out a search.

“A lot of departments

that are volunteer depart-

ments train to be the best

of the best,” said Lacombe

Fire Fighter Greg Lamy.

“They do courses like

we’re doing now to meet

those experiences, and help

not only train for our own

scenarios, but to train for

applying to another depart-

ment.”

Lamy had the chance to

experience the event from

the top of the command

chain. Instead of being as-

signed to either a search

team, a Rapid Intervention

Team (RIT) or an overhaul

team, Lamy was instruct-

ing the other fi re fi ghters

and trying to organize the

scenario. “This was the

fi rst time that I’ve been in

charge, so it was a little

nerve-wracking,” he said.

Lamy gave a run through

of his duties, which in-

cluded delegating a team

for surveillance, initiating

a primary search, a second-

ary search and sending out

an intervention team. He

said that there is a lot to

remember and sometimes

it was diffi cult because in a

training exercise, there are

many people trying to give

advice and suggest infor-

mation to be included.

“Normally, my role as a

fi re fi ghter is I come in on a

truck, whether I’m driving

or not, and I’m assigned to

one of three teams. I’m ei-

ther the guy doing a search,

or I’m doing the RIT or I’m

doing overhaul.”

Lamy explained that an

overhaul team are those

who enter a scene after the

fi re has been put out, vic-

tims have been removed

from the site and it is time

for a fi nal survey of hot

spots or clearing out tools

used. The role of the in-

tervention team is to help

their fellow fi re fi ghters in

case of a negative scenario.

There were many sea-

soned fi re fi ghter volun-

teers such as Lamy, but

among the training exer-

cise were also several pro-

bationary fi re fi ghters.

“Today, basically our

task was to help with the

grunt work for the 700 class.

This is our last day of train-

ing, and then we either get

accepted as a fi re fi ghter

or not,” said probationary

Fire Fighter Jordan Dob-

bin, of Lacombe Volunteer

Fire Department.

The probationary vol-

unteers are the last people

to head in with search or

intervention teams. They

help things go smoothly by

assisting their more senior

partners and keeping the

scene clear of obstacles.

“The scariest part for me

was just learning about ev-

erything that fi re fi ghters

actually do and saying yes

I’m going to do this. Once I

got past that, and decided I

would do this even with the

risks, I learned you have a

great group of people that

will help and are always

there,” said Dobbin.

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Central Alberta fi re fi ghters gather for training exercise

SMOKY SCENE - From left, Lacombe Fire Fighter Uwe Kurth joins David Blue of the Blackfalds Fire Department last weekend at the Red Deer Emergency Services Training Facility. Multiple departments from around Central Alberta came together to practice scenarios in a controlled environment. Kalisha Mendonsa/Lacombe Express

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When is the Government

of Alberta going to start

caring about education?

When the Progressive

Conservative Party of

Alberta formed govern-

ment over two years ago,

we heard promises about

how education was going

to be at the forefront of the

government’s plans. Since

then, we have also seen all

kinds of broken promises

regarding education.

In March of last year,

the government cut $147

million in postsecondary

education funding. Yes, $50

million of those cuts were

returned – returned too

late for any of Alberta’s

postsecondary students to

benefi t from it.

In April of last year, the

government announced 50

new schools in the prov-

ince, 19 of them to be fund-

ed through a P3 model, in-

cluding one in Blackfalds

which would be opened

in time for the 2016-2017

school year.

Last week, that promise

was broken too when the P3

model was scrapped, mean-

ing those 19 schools, includ-

ing the one in Blackfalds,

will likely be delayed.

An article in this week’s

Lacombe Express exam-

ines the reactions of Wolf

Creek Public Schools Su-

perintendant Larry Jacobs

and Blackfalds Mayor Mel-

odie Stol. Those reactions

might be summed up in one

word – disappointment.

If you were looking for-

ward to something that you

were told would happen at a

certain time and then were

told that you might have to

start some of the process

over and thereby delay the

project, you would be upset

too. It’s admirable that the

government has (fi nally)

started looking at ways to

save money, but saving $14

million on a $570.7 million

project?

Is it really worth delay-

ing this desperately needed

service for a 2% savings?

Another word that might

sum up how most people

banking on these proposed

schools are feeling is con-

fused.

Confused as to whether

or not the government re-

ally cares about the next

generation of Albertans,

or education, or keeping

promises. Stol said she is

confused about why it is

taking so long for the con-

struction of the school

to get started in earnest.

When speaking to the La-

combe Express last week,

she mentioned how Black-

falds is a community that

gets things done when it

decides it needs something

and used the Blackfalds

RCMP and the Abbey Cen-

tre as examples.

If Blackfalds can build a

recreational centre hous-

ing a playground, pool,

fi eld house, running track

and gym in fi ve years from

project conception to com-

pletion, how does it take 14

months for the government

to hit the reset button on a

project that hasn’t even put

a shovel in the ground yet?

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Is education a priority?

Usually fi sh stories are tall tales you would do

your best to ignore.

However, one story to come out of Saskatch-

ewan has gone viral and does warrant some

cause for concern. While visiting the lake near

Boundary Dam in southern Saskatchewan this

May, Landon Polk and his girlfriend Chelsea

Greening noticed some large, unfamiliar fi sh

swimming around the bottom of the lake.

When bow-fi shing in the same area after the

season opened in June, Polk managed to catch

one of the fi sh. After taking the fi sh to a conser-

vation offi cer who photographed it and sent the

photos away for analysis, it turned out the fi sh

was a koi fi sh. This is unusual because koi are

not native to Canada. In fact, koi aren’t native

anywhere. Like goldfi sh, they were bred from

carp to be an exclusively domesticated species.

So, how did they end up swimming around

near Boundary Dam?

Koi are popular pets as fi sh for private ponds

all over the globe. Most likely, someone had

these fi sh as pets in their backyard pond, de-

cided they had gotten too big and released them

into the wild. And if that can happen in Sas-

katchewan, it can happen here in Alberta too.

Let’s take a moment to address that issue,

poor pet ownership. Pets are not objects you can

get rid of when you don’t want them anymore or

it becomes inconvenient for you to have them.

They are living things that have needs. If you

have a pet, you are responsible for looking af-

ter its needs. Can’t look after your pet’s needs?

Then you probably shouldn’t have one.

If you own a pet and something happens that

leaves you unable to care for it any longer, you

are still responsible for putting that animal in

the hands of someone who can. You can’t drop

it off at the nearest corner (or waterway) and

hope for the best. In short, abandoning domesti-

cated animals is just plain irresponsible.

Not only can releasing a pet be harmful to

the animal, as you are abandoning an animal

that has never had to survive on its own before,

releasing a domestic or non-native animal that

doesn’t belong in a certain ecosystem can have

long-term effects on the area, many of them

negative. This is one such case.

So far, marine biologists have not been able

to notice any substantial impact on the water of

Boundary Dam due to these koi, but that doesn’t

mean it won’t happen.

As bottom-feeding fi sh, koi swim along the

bottom of bodies of water, sucking up mud

and water to eat insect larvae, crayfi sh, clams,

plants and whatever other edibles may be avail-

able. This means they are constantly stirring up

the water and increasing its turbidity. Increased

turbidity can lead to unattractive water ways,

decrease in aquatic plant population and can

even make waterways unsuitable for drinking

or swimming.

Koi also pose a threat to other (native) species

of fi sh because they will eat other fi sh’s eggs.

To make matters worse, in the case of Bound-

ary Dam, it’s possible that the koi could get into

the connecting river, allowing them to spread

to other bodies of water in the province and be-

yond. Polk is somewhat concerned of the threat

these koi pose to the ecosystem he makes fre-

quent use of during his leisure time.

He said anyone considering releasing domes-

ticated animals into the wild should think twice,

consider the possible consequences and not go

through with such irresponsible actions.

No one is sure how many koi are in the waters

near the dam, but Polk said he saw at least 30

during his initial visits in June.

He added that other ways to remove the fi sh,

including use of dynamite and electric shock

are being considered and examined as well.

Because of the possible threat koi pose to the

environment, anglers are being encouraged to

fi sh for the koi to decrease and even eliminate

their numbers. Unfortunately, the fi sh don’t

taste very nice, but hopefully maintaining the

waterway’s ecosystem is enough of an incentive

to get the species fi shed out of the area.

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Saskatchewan fi sh tale poses concern

BRIAN

V O S S E N


Documents pertaining to the development permits may be inspected at City Hall, 5432-56 Avenue, during

regular business hours.

Anyone claiming to be aff ected by the approval of the Permitted Uses with Variances or Discretionary

Uses may submit an objection within 14 days from the date of notice. The appeal must be in writing,

accompanied with a $50.00 fee and be directed to: Lacombe Subdivision and Development Appeal Board,

Attn: Secretary to the SDAB, 5432 - 56 Avenue Lacombe, AB T4L 1E9

DATE PERMIT# LOCATION DEVELOPMENT

June 19 61/250.92 5623 Wolf Creek Drive Addition of Self Storage Building

Discretionary Use Take notice that the following DISCRETIONARY USE Permits have been approved:

Permitted Use Take notice that the following development permits have been approved as PERMITTED USES in that they conform in every respect to the Land Use Bylaw:

Current to June 19, 2014DEVELOPMENT PERMITS

DATE PERMIT# LOCATION DEVELOPMENT

June 19 61/251.32 6915 Maple Drive Church Addition

June 19 61/251.25 Unit #4 – 5830 Highway 2A Retail Sales

June 19 61/251.34 Bay #1 – 7102 52 Street Occupancy

2014 ASSESSMENT & PROPERTY TAX NOTICES

The 2014 Assessment and Property Tax No ces were mailed on June 15, 2014. If you have not received your tax no ce please contact the Village of Clive O ce at 403-784-3366.

Taxes are due and payable without penalty if payment is received by the Village O ce on or before August 31, 2014. A penalty of 8% will be added on September 1, 2014 for all current taxes unpaid a er August 31, 2014. An addi onal 10% penalty will be added on December 1, 2014 for all current taxes unpaid a er November 30, 2014.

The August 31st deadline anad penal es are not applicable to property owners currently enrolled in our monthly Tax Installment Payment Plan (TIPP).

The 2014 No ce is a combined Assessment and Tax No ce. Persons wishing to submit a complaint against their assessed property value have un l August 14, 2014 to do so. All complaints must be made in the prescribed form and accompanied by a $25.00 appeal fee. Please contact The Village of Clive O ce at 403-784-3366 for further details.


The City of Lacombe has gone

more than $86,000 over budget

in the site preparations for the

sale of land to a party interested

in constructing a hotel near Mi-

chener Park.

Offi cials have said this is due to

unforeseen circumstances.

At its regular meeting earlier

this week, City council heard an

update on the site preparation

project and learned that the proj-

ect, originally expected to cost

$150,000, now has an expected

price tag of just over $236,000.

The increase in cost is due

to amount of black dirt on the

site being vastly in excess of the

City’s initial estimates. Origi-

nally, it was expected that only

14 inches of black dirt overlayed

native material below at the site.

Furthermore, it was believed that

the existence of any borrow pits

(snake pits) on the site were fairly

minor and would have no signifi -

cant impact on the lot.

Geotechnical drilling was con-

ducted on the site by the potential

purchaser and the results were

reviewed by City administration.

The results indicated that the

depths of black dirt at the site

were likely less than the initial

estimation.

However, after beginning work

on the program, it became clear

that the thickness of the dirt was

much more than the 14 inch es-

timate and two extensive snake

pits were also discovered. These

problems had not been discov-

ered during the prior examina-

tion of the land because, for an

unknown reason, the snake pits

were overlayed with a thin layer

of imported sand.

Thus, when the geotechnical

drilling occurred, the drillers

would have passed through the

top layers of black dirt to discov-

er what was assumed to be native

material.

In reality however, additional

black dirt lay below a thin layer

of sand. Because of the increase

in black dirt needed to be exca-

vated, as well as the need to haul

that dirt farther than anticipated

to dispose of it, the cost of the

project rose substantially.

Councillor Reuben Konnik ex-

pressed his frustrations that the

cost of the project was climbing

and his concern about the uncer-

tainty of the fi nal cost of the site

preparation.

“Unfortunately, I think we have

to keep going, but I don’t want

another memo in a month’s time

saying we need (more money).”

Chief Administrative Offi cer

Norma MacQuarrie said that the

project has now been completed

to the point that administra-

tion is certain there are no more

snake pits or additional amounts

of black dirt that will need to be

removed.

“We’re fairly certain about this

number,” said MacQuarrie.

The rest of council largely

agreed with Konnik’s sentiments

and were equally frustrated by

the situation but did not see much

alternative.

“I understand that we’re at a

point where we are caught be-

tween a rock and a hard place,”

said Councillor Peter Bouwsema.

Councillor Wayne Armishaw

agreed.

“This is indeed unfortunate

that the geotechnical testing did

not reveal the problems and we

have no option.”

To adjust for the unexpected

increase in cost, council voted

unanimously to allocate the addi-

tional funds from the sale of the

land.

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Council approves $86,000 extra for hotel site


Last week, the Lacombe

Kinsmen Club announced

that it would be donating

$25,000 to the Terrace Ridge

Playground Society in or-

der to fund upgrades and

additions to the school’s

park and playground space.

“We are grateful they

have helped us get to a new

height in our goal and we’ll

be able to move forward

now with a lot of our larger

funding applications,” said

Sarah King, a board mem-

ber for the Terrace Ridge

Playground Society.

King said they began

raising these funds about

18 months ago in order to

obtain upgrades to the cur-

rent playground facilities

at the school. King said the

upgrades were necessary

because the school is grow-

ing and is expected to grow

more in the future. She add-

ed these will be the fi rst ad-

ditions and upgrades to the

playground since Terrace

Ridge School was built.

Dave Rolland, president

of the Lacombe Kinsmen

Club, said the Kinsmen de-

cided to support the initia-

tive because they have al-

ways been involved in such

projects throughout La-

combe and even elsewhere

in Central Alberta. He

mentioned that other play-

grounds, ball diamonds

and the Kinsmen Aquatic

Centre, are other projects

in Lacombe supporting

youth Kinsmen have been

involved in. Rolland added

there are a number of orga-

nizations, like Scouts, that

the Kinsmen give to on a

continuing basis as well.

“We always like to be in-

volved in these type of proj-

ects (in the community)”

said Rolland. “We thought

it was a really good cause.”

Lacombe Kinsmen’s

$25,000 donation brings the

Society’s fundraising total

up to about $55,000. King

said these funds bring the

Society to a point where

they can start seeking

government funding from

matching grant programs.

King said the funds will

be used to improve, up-

grade the existing park

and playground space at

the school. She said there

are plans to install a new

playground structure to

the area as well as some fi t-

ness equipment in the area

as well.

In addition, some kind

of garden to improve the

look of the space might be

included. Furthermore,

upgrades will be given to

the existing equipment in

order to give it disability

access.

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Lacombe Kinsmen donates funds for playground upgrades

GENEROSITY - Terrace Ridge Playground Society board members Mandy Brown and Sarah King accept a cheque for $25,000 from Lacombe Kinsmen President Dave Rolland and Lacombe Kinsmen member Darren King. Brian Vossen/Lacombe Express


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I’d like to again thank

the Lacombe Express for

giving the Lacombe and

District Ministerial Asso-

ciation (LDMA) a voice in

the community through

this ‘Faith Column’.

One of our top ministry

priorities for this year has

been communication, and

this column is a primary

way we’ve sought to fulfi ll

this priority.

Each contributor has

his/her unique interests

and calling, and we let each

person decide what he/

she will write as it relates

to faith. Having said that,

my hope for this column is

that it be a source of Good

News—a place of encour-

agement and inspiration.

With that in mind, I’d

like to speak to the high

school graduates. First, I’d

like to congratulate them.

Earning a diploma is a

major accomplishment -

perhaps your greatest ac-

complishment thus far!

And this community cel-

ebrates your achievement.

High school graduation

is a signifi cant milestone

in your life. So, this is an

ideal time for you to be a bit

refl ective as you look back

at the past, as you celebrate

the present, and as you

look to the future.

As you look back on your

school experience, who has

helped you? Surely there is

someone who has helped

you with your homework,

or who has spoken an en-

couraging word along the

way. Someone who has

given you hope when you

really needed it.

Whoever that person is, I

encourage you to say thank

you before the end of the

summer. I don’t know if

you consider yourself reli-

gious or not. But there’s a

growing awareness that we

are spiritual beings.

Accordingly, I believe

there’s another ‘person’

who has also helped you on

your school journey, per-

haps helped you more than

you know: God.

The Old Testament

psalmist was very aware of

this. In one of my favourite

psalms, Psalm 121, he asks

himself: “Where does my

help come from?”

The psalmist was a poet,

and as you know from your

classes, poets tend to be re-

fl ective.

And the psalmist is no

different in this regard. I

don’t know what happened

to lead the psalmist to ask

this question. All we know

for sure is this is a ‘Psalm

of Ascent’ which means he

was on a journey. And as he

looked up to the mountain,

he became refl ective and he

wondered who has helped

him in this life.

He realized that it was

God, the, “Maker of heaven

and earth,” who had helped

him on his journey. And I’d

like to suggest to you that

God has also helped you on

your journey.

You of all people know

how hard it is to graduate

from high school. You had

to work for it. But there’s

also a sense that you didn’t

do it on your own.

That you received help

from parents, teachers and

friends…and God. And the

good news is that God will

continue to help you.

Ask him to guide you as

you look to the future. And

trust him to help you.

As the writer of Psalm

121 promises: “The Lord

will keep you from all harm

- he will watch over your

life; the Lord will watch

over your coming and go-

ing both now and forever-

more.”

Rev. Leon H. Johnston is the pastor of Wolf Creek Commu-nity Church.

Encouragement for our high school graduates Leon H.

JOHNSTON

In Good Faith with


fyifyi Your weekly Community Events Calendar

EVENTSLacombe Legion Branch 79

Garage Sale – June 27th from 4 – 7 p.m. and June 28th from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Donations can be dropped off at the legion from until June 27th after 3 p.m. BBQ Beef on bun for $5 at garage sale on Saturday.

Bluebird Festival – 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. on July 12th at Ellis Bird Farm.

Vacational Bible School - all children ages 4-12 years old are invited to Vacation Bible School this summer! Lacombe Free Reformed Church’s Parables of Jesus program is FREE for all children. Join us the week of July 21st - 25th from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. each morning at the Lacombe Memorial Centre. Con-tact [email protected] or phone Helma at 403-782-1944 with any questions or to register. www.lfrc.webs.com.

Lacombe Corn Maze Open-ing Day – July 26th.

Lacombe & District Garden Club Hidden Treasures Tour - Tues-day, July 29th. For only $20 per bus seat ($18 for club members) join us for an amaz-ing three-hour guided tour of local gardens, refreshments included. Tour times are 9 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tickets are only available in advance at Hannas Seeds (5039 49 St.) Call Pamela at 403-782-5061 for more information.

Wheellin ‘N’ Reelin Lottery - sponsored by the Optimist Club of Blackfalds to build a new skatepark for the youth in Blackfalds. Your $50 ticket gives you a chance of winning a 2014 800 Canam side by side ($14,870 value) sponsored by Turple Brothers or 2014 Fury 1600 Lund fi shing boat and trailer ($17,200 value) spon-sored by Go RV & Marine. Only 1,999 tickets printed. Draw date is Sept. 1st at 2 p.m. at All Star Park in Blackfalds. For more information contact John 403-396-0798, Kevin 403-846-0111 or Edie at 403-318-5782.

Music in the Park – every Wednes-day starting at 6:30 p.m. from

July 2nd to Aug. 27th. Bring your own lawn chairs or picnic blankets and come for an evening of musical entertainment at the gazebo in the Lacombe Memo-rial Centre park. Next featur-ing rhythm and blues group The Vintage on July 2nd.

Lacombe Dance Lessons - social and choreographed ballroom dancing. Traditional Two-step or Cha Cha/Jive. For details phone Cliff at 403-782-4094.

Lacombe Farmers Market – this year, the Lacombe Farmers Market will be held in a new location, the arena parking lot at 5429-53 St. Markets run every

Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. until October. Call 403-782-4772.

Blackfalds Farmers Market – Thursdays 4–7:30 p.m. at the Blackfalds Commu-nity Hall 4810 Womacks Road. Last Market Sept. 25th.

Bentley Farmers Market – runs ev-ery Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at the Bentley Curling Rink. For more information call 403-748-4809.

Real Men Sing Barbershop! The Wild Rose Harmonizers Bar-bershop Chorus is a chorus for males of all ages who love to sing four-part a cappella harmony. We are a proud member of the Barbershop Harmony society providing entertainment at seniors’ lodges, hospitals and numerous community and private functions throughout the year. No experience is required, just a love to sing. Join us on Tuesday evening, rehearsals from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Davenport Church of Christ (#68 Donlevy Ave.) in Red Deer. For information, call David at 403-342-1318 or

email [email protected]. Visit www.harmonizers.ca.

The Red Deer Legion Pipe Band is actively recruiting experienced and inexperienced people from the Central Alberta area, who are interested in joining the Band. Anyone with piping or drumming experience, or if you would like to learn piping or drumming, are asked to please contact us at 403-782-7183 or by email at [email protected]. Prac-tices are held at the Red Deer Legion on Tuesdays at 7 p.m.

Quilting and crafts – Held at Black-falds United Church on Mondays at 9:30 a.m. Help make quilts

or bring your own quilt/craft to work on. Visit blackfaldsunit-edchurch.com or call 403-885-4780 for more information.

The Lacombe Legion has bingo on Mondays at 7 p.m. in the upstairs hall. Coffee time runs Wednesdays from 9:30-11 a.m. ($2 for coffee, tea and cook-ies). On Fridays, there are four meat draws and tickets are $2/set of three tickets. Draw starts at 6:30 p.m. On Saturdays, there are four meat draws which start at 4:30 p.m. Chase the ace starts after meat draws.

New to Lacombe? Contact La-combe Welcome Wagon at 403-348-9567 for free maps, information about the City & area, as well as free gifts from local businesses. New baby in the family? Contact Lacombe Welcome Wagon at 403-348-9567 for free information, baby product samples as well as free gifts from local businesses.

Youth Unlimited Drop-in Activites – new schedule! Drop-in activi-

ties now run every Tuesday from 6 – 9 p.m. with ball hockey on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 – 9 p.m. Girls only drop-in is also Wednesdays from 6 – 9 p.m. Thursdays Grade 3-6 drop-in program runs from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. and Grade 4 and up program from 6 – 9 p.m. Cost is $2 for drop-in and ball hockey with drop-in 10 passes at $10 and ball hockey season pass at $50.

Drop in Pool Tournament runs every Saturday from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Lacombe Hotel.

Circle of Friends - free weekly supper for the community, nutritious meals for anyone

interested. It runs at Bethel Christian Reformed Church.

Taoist Tai Chi - a relaxing, low im-pact exercise; continuing classes year round, for those who have completed beginners or have learned Taoist Tai Chi before. Participate in classes of your choice. Available in Red Deer, Lacombe, Rocky Mountain House, and Innisfail. Contact 403-346-6772 for more information.

Coffee Time at the Lacombe Legion runs every Wednesday morn-ing. Come join us for coffee. $2. Gatherings run from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Lacombe Legion.

The Lacombe Hospital Auxil-iary meets the fi rst Thursday of every month at 1:30 p.m. in the Education Room at the hospital. New members wel-come. For more information, call Rilla at 403-782-6165.

Imperial Daughters of the Empire is a non-profi t women’s vol-

unteer program that raises money in support of numerous initiatives supporting educa-tions. Meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of every month and begin at 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church. For more information, contact Mary Lou Wilson 403-782-3923.

W.H.O.L.E. - Widows Helping Others Live Earnestly. W.H.O.L.E. can help you adjust to your loss, to channel your grief into helping others who are struggling with loss, and to help you gain per-spective as a person who has a new role to be fulfi lled. It’s about widow to widow interaction and socialization. It’s about being able to express with like-minded women the pain and confusion that comes with loss, as well as the encouragement and friend-ship to help you once again live a life fi lled with meaning and purpose. There are no council-lors present, only a facilitator to help keep conversations moving. W.H.O.L.E meets monthly and is open to widows of all ages. Space is limited, so please phone to book a spot. Refreshments will be served. Call 403-550-4508.

Lacombe Art Guild - the guild meets regularly on the sec-ond and third Tuesday of each month. A variety of workshops are provided for developing art-ists. Membership is $15 per year. Contact Betty Peers at 403-782-9968 or blog lacombeart-clubwordpress.com. Meetings runs in LMC Credit Union Room at 5214 50 Ave. in Lacombe.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anony-mous is a 12-step support group offering a solution for all forms of food addiction. No dues, fees or weigh-in. Central Alberta groups meet in Red Deer, Lacombe and Rimbey. For locations and dates, call Joanne at 403-314-1972.

Clive TOPS – Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Every Thursday at the Clive Christian Fellow-ship Church 9-10:30 a.m.

Clive Seniors’ Drop-In – 1:30 p.m. every Monday at the Clive Meeting Room.

Affi rm – providing safe and con-fi dential support to people of all sexual orientations, their families and friends. Meetings in Lacombe. 403-782-1887. or Ross at 403-782-3148.

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Horoscope

Aries, let your creative side

take over this week. Your

imagination is ready to run

wild, and this burst of creative

energy will have long-lasting

positive effects..

Taurus, though you are known for being a tad

stubborn, this week you are open to any and all suggestions. You may

surprise a few people by being so open-minded.

ARIESMar 21/Apr 20

TAURUSApr 21/May 21

Gemini, while you may have

natural leadership abilities,

most of the time you do not

want to pull rank. This week

you may need to step things

up a bit.

Cancer, now is a good time

to travel, even if it means

just a quick jaunt. But if a big

vacation is on the horizon,

know that you will likely have

a smooth trip ahead.

GEMINIMay 22/Jun 21

CANCERJun 22/Jul 22

Your powers are magnetic this

week, Leo. Others fi nd you

simply irresistible, which can

bode well if you are looking

for a romantic partner or want

to step things up.

Virgo, a busy week at

work will require lots of

cooperation among you and

your coworkers. If ever there

was a time to summon your

leadership abilities, now is

the time.

LEOJul 23/Aug 23

VIRGOAug 24/Sept 22

Libra, many things are in

disarray and you may need

some help getting back to

effi cient living. Download

an app to help you track

expenses or keep tabs on

your responsibilities.

You are bound to be the center

of attention, Scorpio. Get over

any shyness early on because

you will be spending time with

coworkers for most of the

week.

LIBRASept 23/Oct 23

SCORPIOOct 24/Nov 22

You will do some of your

best work at home this week,

Sagittarius. Spend ample time

getting the house in order. A

few days working from home

could kickstart plans.

Capricorn, quickly curb

any feelings of boredom by

exploring a new hobby. Try

taking a new fi tness or art

class. You’ll have chances to

mingle, too.

SAGITTARIUSNov 23/Dec 21

CAPRICORNDec 22/Jan 20

Put the brakes on impulse

buys, Aquarius. This week

you may be tempted to spend

more money than you have,

and that will only lead to long-

term fi nancial concerns.

Pisces, it is time to rebrand

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* Adults * Youths * Seniors *Carriers are Needed to Deliver

Central Alberta Lifeafternoons & evenings one day per week

SPRINGBROOK

The papers arrive ready to deliver.NO COLLECTING!

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To order your own home or offi ce deliveryof the Red Deer Advocate NewspaperPhone our Circulation Department at

403-314-4300

* Adults * Youths * Seniors *Carriers are Needed to Deliver

Central Alberta Lifeafternoons & evenings one day per week

INNISFAIL

The papers arrive ready to deliver.NO COLLECTING!

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To order your own home or offi ce deliveryof the Red Deer Advocate NewspaperPhone our Circulation Department at

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INNISFAIL

Adult Newspaper Carriers NeededFor Early Morning Delivery of the

RED DEER ADVOCATE

Six days per week.Delivery by 6:30 a.m.

Papers arrive at your homeand are ready to deliver.

Phone 403-314-4316

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AND SOUTHBROOK AREAS


RED DEER ADVOCATE

6 Days a week!Delivery to be done on/or before 6:30 am

For More Information, Please call Prodie

Phone 403-314-4301

PENHOLD SPRINGBROOK


RED DEER ADVOCATE

Six days per week.Delivery by 6:30 a.m.

Papers arrive at your homeand are ready to deliver.

Phone 403-314-4316

Lost 54LOST CAT in Johnstone area. Pure white, bushy tail with two tufts under chin. Answers to Lucy.

Please call 403-986-5505

WANTED: Contents of navycanvas Michael Kors bag

stolen from parked vehicle.On evening of June 21/22our car was parked in the

west parking lot of Days Inn(Red Deer). Someone stole dance bag which

contained about 6 pairs of dance shoes including balletpointe shoes and several

medals from dancecompetitions.

Please contact us at 403-246-8364

Found 56FOUND at our home for the

last 3 or 4 days, a small cat or kitten, in the On

Erickson Drive, Red Deer. Please call to identify:

403-347-0912

Personals 60COCAINE ANONYMOUS

403-396-8298

Caregivers/Aides 710

LOOKING for an experienced nanny that

could help with my 2 children and 1 on the way at our acreage east of Red Deer. Monday to Friday 8 -1pm. Driver’s license and vehicle salary is negotiable

Clerical 720BUSY CHRYSLER

DEALERSHIP REQUIRESEXPERIENCED

Warranty AdministratorReply to Box 1091, c/o RED DEER ADVOCATE,

2950 Bremner Ave.,Red Deer, AB T4R 1M9

ComputerPersonnel 730F/T E-Commerce /graphic

design position person wanted to join our growing

dynamic team in Red Deer. Benefi ts and com-

petitive wages. Send resume with portfolio and

salary expectation to [email protected]

Dental 740EXP’D receptionist req’d for general and cosmetic dental offi ce. 4 day work

week Mon. - Thurs, guaranteed monthly salary, with generous

active bonus plan. Please reply with resume to

[email protected] Resume may also be delivered to 100 3947-50a ave, Red

Deer, AB. T4N 6V7. Contact Dr. Brian Saby at

403-340-3434

Classifieds...costs so littleSaves you so much!

Oilfield 800

Barden Oilfi eld Hauling Ltd. is now hiring Bed

Truck and Winch Tractor Operators. Experience a must. Fax resumes and 5 yr. CDA to 403 341 3968

or email: [email protected]. No phone calls please.

EXPERIENCED OILFIEDHEAVY EQUIPMENT

OPERATORS. Must have all safety tickets.

Competitive wages. Fax-403-749-3367

TRIUMPH Well Service is now accepting applications

for all positions. Experience req’d. Tickets

and drivers licenserequired. Top wages and benefi ts with contracted

work. email [email protected]

AdvocateOpportunities

Oilfield 800

IN search of a motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our Petrofi eld team. You will responsible for material handling and

deliveries. This positionrequires the following

competencies: vehicle operation, vehicle

inspections, preventative maintenance, administra-

tive reporting, projects and other assignments. The

qualifi cations needed are the following: grade 12,

minimum 2 years’ experience in similar type trucking and experience in a manufacturing environ-

ment, valid driver’s license class 5 and a clean driver’s

abstract. Our Company has an enthusiastic, fast paced working environ-

ment with advancement for motivated individuals, and

an excellent benefi tpackage. Wage would be

commensurate withexperience/skills. Please email or fax resume to

403-742-1905 or e-mail jnishida@petrofi eld.com

LOCAL SERVICE CO.in Red Deer REQ’S EXP.

VACUUM TRUCK OPERATOR

Must have Class 3 licence w/air & all oilfi eld tickets.

Fax resume w/driversabstract to 403-886-4475

ClassifiedsYour place to SELLYour place to BUY

NOW HIRING Well Testing Personnel

Experienced Supervisors& Operators

Must have valid applicable tickets. Email: lstouffer@

testalta.com

Restaurant/Hotel 820HERITAGE LANES

BOWLINGRed Deer’s most modern 5

pin bowling center req’s permanent F/T front

counter staff for all shifts (days, eves. and wknds).Please send resume to:

[email protected] or apply in person

RAMADA INN &SUITES

req`s PermanentROOM ATTENDANTS

Attendants. Exp. not nec. will train. Approx. 35 - 40 hrs/wk. Rate: $12.75 - $14/hr. Duties incl’d but

not limited to: vacuuming, dusting, washing fl oors,

making beds, empty trash, disinfecting & cleaning

bathrooms. Performance based bonus program.

Must be fl uent with verbal l& written English, be

physically fi t. Applicants may apply in person at 6853 - 66 St. Red Deer

T4P 3T5 or fax 403-342-4433 or email:

[email protected]

Trades 850Absolute Fusion

Contracting is a welding, fabrication, maintenance

and repair facility requiring a supervisor/instructor.

Knowledge and experience in fabrication with

engineered drawings or designing from instruction.Strong mechanical ability

for repair and maintenance.Must be able to organize

and instruct up to 10 employees.Comprehensive Benefi t plan.Wages are negotiable with experience and attitude.Please forward resumes and references by fax to

403-309-7134 or by email to [email protected] Phone Calls Please!

EXP. PAVERS WANTEDCall 403-341-6900

or Fax: 877-787-1605

EXPERIENCEDEXCAVATOR OPERATOR

for local commercialconstruction company.Please fax resume with

current drivers abstract to403-342-6881

NOW HIRING Req’d immed.

Certifi ed asbestosworkers.

Wage negotiable. 780-818-8524

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Check out Homes for Salein Classifieds






CLASSIFIEDSdeadline: Monday @ noon

To place an ad, call Toll Free: 1.877.223.3311or email: [email protected]

Lacombe Express

Funeral Directors & Services

Out of TownMOVING & ESTATE SALE

June 27 - 29Fri., Sat. & Sun. 10 - 42 Miles S. of County

Firehall on corner of 30th Ave. & Delburne Rd. 1 Mi. E. on Twp. 374

(MacKenzie Rd.) 1/4 Mi. N. on Range Rd. 271Over 1200 M. fabric,

furniture, boys clothes (0-3), wedding decor. &

crafts. Priced to Sell - obo

Celebrate your lifewith a Classified

ANNOUNCEMENT

TO ADVERTISE YOUR SALE HERE — CALL 309-3300

Canada Day Hours & Deadlines

OFFICE WILL BE CLOSEDTUESDAY JULY 1

EARLY BOOKING DEADLINE

is Friday

June 27 @ noon.for the July 3 publication

Happy Canada Day!

ComingEvents 52

Thank You

Doug & Janette Fawcett

We would like to thank all who came to help us celebrate our 50th Anniversary. Special thanks to our children, Mark, Karen, Laurie and their families for making this possible.

Card Of Thanks

Looking for a new pet?Check out Classifieds to

find the purrfect pet.

TOO MUCH STUFF?Let Classifiedshelp you sell it.

Start your career!See Help Wanted


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Service Directory

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• Skidsteer Services

• Gravel Hauling

•Excavating•

Your Quality Excavating Solution

403.304.3887

Snow Removal Now Available

• Antiques • Collectables • Jewellery • Consignment

• Discontinued China Patterns • Chinook

Soy Candles • Gourmet

LeChocolatier Chocolate • Linens

• Handmade O’Canada Soapworks

Products

5403 – 50 Ave.Lacombe

TUES-SAT10am - 5:30pm

NEW LOCATIONon Main Street

Accepting New Patients

76599F7-E2

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Home

Farm & Ranch

Memorials

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Memorials

•Travel Vaccination's•Ostomy Supplies•Shingles Vaccine•Compounding•Breast Pump Rentals

5049 Parkwood Road, BlackfaldsPhone: 403-600-2280 Fax: 403-600-2243

PROFESSIONAL PHARMACY

BLACKFALDS

ROOFINGROOFINGSIDING SIDING STONESTONEIf you choose us as your contractor we will:• Listen to your needs and concerns• Provide high quality products• Show attention to detail• Carefully clean up, leaving your yard the way we

found it• Provide you with the best warranty in the business

We are manufacturer certifi ed and have over 20 years experience. We work all seasons of the year.

Call Al for a free estimate:403-782-2997www.primoroofi ng.com

& EXTERIORS

Advertise your service or business here for 3 weeks and receivethe 4th week

absolutely FREE. Call 403.782.5303

Trades 850Ponoka’s Fabrication shop

is looking for CWB Structural hand welders.

No rigs pleasePlease submit resume to

[email protected] or contact

at 780.997.5215

SIDING INSTALLER with or without trailer & tools. F.T. year round

work, must have truck and 2 yrs. exp. 90 cents - $1 per sq.ft. 403-358-8580

Tar-ifi c Construction iscurrently seeking a truck driver with Class 1 or 3

licence. Excellent benefi t package, home every

night. Fax 403-340-1246 or email tarifi [email protected].

You can sell your guitar for a song...

or put it in CLASSIFIEDS and we’ll sell it for you!

Truckers/Drivers 860CLASS 1 or 3 drivers req’d

for moving equipment.Resumes to be dropped off at Key Towing. 4083-78 St.

Cres. Red Deer.

STETTLER TRANSIT MIX Drivers wanted for

mixer/pumping concrete. 403-742-2134 or

email:[email protected]

Misc.Help 880

COMPANY req’s live in retired couple to caretake and maintain our apart-

ment operations. Journeyman plumbing exp.

an asset. Call Mike for details 403-342-4923

DISPATCHER REQ’D. Knowledge of Red Deer

and area is essential.Verbal and written

communication skills are req’d. Send resume by fax

to 403-346-0295

PEST CONTROL TECHS REQ’D. [email protected]

Call 403-373-6182


NEWSPAPER CARRIERS REQUIRED

To deliver theSYLVAN LAKE

NEWS & CENTRAL AB LIFE

1 day a week.

Please call Debbie at 403-314-4307

Contractors 1100BLACK CAT CONCRETE Garage/patios/rv pads sidewalks/driveways Dean 403-505-2542

BRIDGER Const. Ltd. Decks, reno’s, roofi ng, fl ooring. Free est. CallGeoff 403-302-8550

Contractors 1100CONCRETE???

We’ll do it all...Free est.Call E.J. Construction Jim 403-358-8197 or

Eavestroughing1130CLEANING SERVICESSpecializing in eaves

trough cleaning, window cleaning & gentle washing

of vinyl siding.Pricing packages available.Free quotes, senior discounts.

403-506-4822

VELOX EAVESTROUGH Cleaning & Repairs.

Reasonable rates. 340-9368

Misc.Services 12905* JUNK REMOVAL

Property clean up 340-8666

CENTRAL PESTCONTROL LTD. Comm/res.Locally owned. BBB member.403-373-6182 [email protected]

Tired of Standing?Find something to sit on

in Classifieds

Moving &Storage 1300MOVING? Boxes? Appls. removal. 403-986-1315

Painters/Decorators1310JG PAINTING, 25 yrs. exp. Free Est. 403-872-8888

Roofing 1370RE-ROOFING Specialist

Quality work at an affordable price. 10 yrs.

exp. 403-350-7602

Looking for a place to live?

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Looking for a new pet?Check out Classifieds to

find the purrfect pet.

CELEBRATIONSHAPPEN EVERY DAY

IN CLASSIFIEDS


Auctions 1530BIG STRAPPER

AUCTIONSSALES EVERY WED. @ 6 pm.

Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A

WE BUY FOR CASH.

403-304-4791 Check website for full listing

www.bigstrapperauctions.net

Bicycles 1540DIAMOND BACKMEN’S BICYCLE.2 yrs. old. $100 obo.

403-347-5955

Firewood 1660AFFORDABLE

Homestead FirewoodSpruce & Pine - Split

7 days/wk. 403-304-6472

Now Offering Hotter, Cleaner BC Birch. All Types. P.U. / Delivery. Lyle 403-783-2275

Firewood 1660LOGS

Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar.

Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging

403-318-4346

HouseholdAppliances 1710

10 CU. FT. Danby chest freezer $125; Leg Magic

exerciser $25 403-346-2070

BEER fridge, McClary $175 obo. 403-314-0804

KENMORE washer $150 403-358-5568

HouseholdFurnishings17204 PC. solid maple bdrm. suite $200 403-347-3849

4 PC. velvet livingroom set $200 403-358-5568

OAK oval table and 4 chairs $150

403-358-5568

Start your career!See Help Wanted

Misc. forSale 1760

1 YR. OLD 1200 WATT GENERATOR

1 hr. use $200 obo 403-314-0804

SLEEPING BAG, $10.Rubbermaid COOLER

& Thermal Jug, $15; green coverall size 44T $15;

stainless steel thermos $8; ovewrnight bag $10.

403-347-5316



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CareersCareers CareersCareers CareersCareersARE YOU STUCK IN A

BORING, DEAD END JOB?Are you are a person who enjoys

a challenge, working hard, and the satisfaction of a job well done at the end

of the day?

Are you looking for a winning team that you can grow and build your future with?

If so, we want to get to know you better!

A LEADING MANUFACTURER OF DAIRY FEED IS CURRENTLY SEEKING A

PRODUCTION/LABOURER EMPLOYEE

FULL TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDEDFORKLIFT EXPERIENCE AND A CLASS 3

DRIVER’S LICENSE AN ASSET, BUT NOT NECESSARY

Email/Fax Resumes to:[email protected]

403-775-4493

SCOPE OF JOBWorking in A&B’s Bashaw shop, this position is responsible for the mechanical maintenance, repairs, servicing, inspections, and rigging up of A&B’s on-highway trailer and truck fl eet. The majority of this position’s duties will be involved with trailer repairs.

RESPONSIBILITIES • Perform preventative maintenance, oil changes, tire changes, mechanical and

general maintenance to A&B’s fl eet of National Safety Code (NSC) qualifi ed trucks and trailers.

• Troubleshoot, diagnose and complete repairs for A&B’s trailer and vehicle fl eet. • Respond to service calls and perform emergency repairs on vehicles and

equipment in fi eld locations as needed. • Assist with ordering of parts, and maintaining inventory. • Rigging trucks with the following: Tool boxes, box liners, fi re extinguishers, fi rst

aid kits, radios, hands free communications systems, etc. • Pick up and deliver vehicles. • Oversee and ensure registration and documentation of all light duty fl eet

vehicles is completed. • Parts pick-up and hot shot deliveries. • Tracking and submitting of equipment hours and mileage.

QUALIFICATIONS • Alberta On Highway Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Journey Certifi cate

(interprovincial an asset). • Authorized CVIP Inspection Technician is an asset. • Gasoline and diesel vehicle experience required. • Experience with Ford vehicles an asset. • All candidates are required to undergo and pass a Drug & Alcohol screening as

condition of employment.• A Valid Driver’s Licence.

Please send resumes to [email protected] or fax 780-384-2402

Arnett & Burgess Oilfi eld Construction LimitedInternal Job Description

Job Title: Heavy Duty Mechanic – On Highway VehiclesDesignated Location: Bashaw, AB.Department: OperationsReports to: Equipment ManagerType of position: Full-time. Some Weekends. On call.Hours: Monday – Friday. As required

The successful candidate must provide an acceptable criminal record check and driver’s abstract. All candidates are thanked for their interest, and advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Located in the heart of Central Alberta midway between Calgary and Edmonton, Lacombe is a unique community of 12,000 rich with history and culture, while at the same time experiencing new and exciting economic prosperity and growth.

The Opportunity

The City of Lacombe has an opening for a halftime, permanent part-time Health and Safety Coordinator. The Health and Safety Coordinator provides subject matter expertise, coordination, coaching and resources to City leaders and staff to ensure a city-wide, safe work environment.

This position also manages the City’s Risk Management, Insurance and Claims programs.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be results-oriented and a self-starter, with excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills, strong organizational skills, an ability to build trust, motivate and promote safety awareness to staff across all levels of the organization. The vision for the role is to infl uence and create a culture of commitment and personal accountability around safety practices amongst all staff .

Preferred Qualifi cations

• A minimum of 3 to 5 years occupational health and safety experience, ideally in a municipal government or public sector environment

•Experience as an AMHSA COR Peer Auditor

• Completion of a recognized OH&S Management Certifi cate or Diploma Program

• Ability to interpret current legislation and safety concepts for day-to-day situations. Skill in analyzing a wide range of data and developing positive solutions to health, safety and wellness challenges.

•Able to identify, assess and prioritize and manage risks

•Strong written / oral communication and interpersonal skills

•Excellent computer skills

•an equivalent combination of education and experience

Salary Range: $25.34 - $32.29 per hour plus the City has an excellent benefi ts package

If you see yourself excelling in this role please forward your resume on or before June 28, 2014 to:

Human Resources - City of Lacombe5432—56th Avenue Lacombe, AB T4L 1E9

Email: [email protected] Website: www.lacombe.ca

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYJob Title: Health and Safety Coordinator

(Permanent Part-Time position .5)

Department: Operations and Planning Services

We are recruiting for the Healthy Families Program, a service of Lacombe FCSS which provides preventive social programs. Healthy Families Home Visitors offer information and longterm support to parents of infants and toddlers on positive parenting, child development, literacy and play as well as facilitating connections with community resources.

Quali cations: • Post-secondary education in a related Human Services

eld is preferred. • Demonstrated ability to build helping, professional

relationships with families.• Must have own vehicle as considerable travel in the area

is required. • Security checks are required.

This position is based out of the Lacombe and District FCSS of ce, with daytime hours, a competitive salary and ongoing training opportunities. This family support program is made available through a partnership with Family Services of Central Alberta and Child and Family Services, and is part of a provincial network of home visitation programs. See www.fsca.ca or www.ahvna.org for more information.

Please submit a cover letter and resume by Wednesday, July 9, 2014 to:

Donnie Tafts – Family Services Co-ordinatorLacombe and District FCSS

201- 5214 50 Avenue – Lacombe, AB T4L 0B6403-782-6637 (phone)

[email protected] or Fax 403-782-6639www.lacombefcss.net

Lacombe FCSS thanks everyone for their interest in this posting, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Lacombe and District FCSS

Job Posting:Healthy Families Home Visitor

.6 FTE Part-time ( 21 hours/week)

Dogs 1840

AMERICAN BULLDOG PUPPIES.

We’ve got 8 awesome pups (6 males and 2 females) ready for their forever homes on July 2nd!!!

These ABRA registered purebred American Bulldog pups are beautiful, smart

and make wonderful family pets. Our puppies are raised in a loving home and come from excellent bloodlines!!

Your puppy will comevaccinated, dewormed

and with its papers.Call 403-782-8950 or email

[email protected] inquiries only.

HayingEquipment 20201069 DIESEL NH bale wagon w/extended table, good tires/paint;1069 GAS NH w/Afl o brake, elect. ignition, good tires/paint, both in exc. cond. 403-335-4581

Farm CustomWork 2080CUSTOM HEAVY DISCING

Hay & Pasture LandSubsoiling & Scraper Work

Equipment RentalsCall Field 403-506-0592

Livestock 2100ANGUS BULLS,

large selection of quality 2 yr. olds & yearlings,

performance info avail, fully guaranteed.

LLB Angus 1-403-742-4226

RED ANGUS BULLSYearlings & 2 year olds.

Quiet disposition. Delivered. Cripps Cattle Company

403-391-2648

Horses 2140WANTED: all types of

horses. Processing locally in Lacombe weekly.

403-651-5912

Grain, FeedHay 2190

LACOMBE COUNTRY FEED STORE,

Come see us at:4836 45A St. Lacombe, Ab

ALL THE FEED YOUR ANIMALS NEED!

403-782-3333Dealer of Masterfeeds

TIMOTHY & Brome square bales, great for horses, ap-

prox. 60 lbs. put up dry and covered, $5/bale

Sylvan area. 403-887-2798

Offices 31102000 SQ.FT. OFFICE,

4836 51 Street.Parking is avail. $1800/mo.

403-343-9300

MobileLot 3190

PADS $450/mo.Brand new park in Lacombe.

Spec Mobiles. 3 Bdrm.,2 bath. As Low as $75,000. Down payment $4000. Call at anytime. 403-588-8820

HousesFor Sale 4020

CUSTOM BUILTNEW HOMES

by Mason Martin HomesKyle, 403-588-2550

HOUSE FOR SALEIN BLACKFALDS

4 Bedrooms$369,000

Visit www.26westglen.com/for details

403-885-0007

MUST SELL1217 sq.ft. duplex.4 bdrm., $191,900.

403-588-2550

MUST SELLNew Home. 1335 sq.ft.

bi-level, 24x23 att. garage.403-588-2550

VILLAGE of Delburne.Affordable, move in ready

home. Open fl oor plan, fenced yard, 2 car heated

garage, 2 full baths, 4 bdrms. + den

$244,900 403-352-8490

Condos/Townhouses4040

NEW CONDO1000 sq.ft. 2 bdrm., 2 bath.

$192,000. 403-588-2550

Acreages 4050

ACREAGE FOR SALEEast of Didsbury, 10.25 acres,exceptionally reno’d main

house, second house, shop,machine shed, barn, other out buildings, fenced, 2 waterers. Quiet, well-treed & landscaped.

Asking $709,000. See ComFree.com #518693 for photos & details. 403-335-3359

ManufacturedHomes 4090

2008 16 x 76 LIBERTY mobile to be moved, tan, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, oak cabinets, very good cond,

$69,000. Karl 403-373-3419

Cottages/ResortProperty 4130

PRIVATE SALE$148,900

Gated community ofRaymond Shores.

Large 7252 sq.ft. lot, #19. Lake frontage.

Best location to all activities.Call Jim 403-488-7314 (h)

1-403-878-5682 (c)

InvestmentOpportunities4180

LACOMBEExcellent investment

in this 5-Plex at5460 54 Ave.

A Performa & appraisal available upon request.

CAP RATE is 6.1%Rents range from

$1125 - $1400 /month.Bldg. is only 12 yrs. old.

Lot is 50’x214’.Asking $799,000.Craig MacKenzie Realty Executive

Red Deer 403-302-0820


Send contact info, rosters and schedules to

[email protected]

COACHES Do you want your team covered?

SPORTS


The Lacoka Bantam Locos are

this years’ Central Alberta La-

crosse League champions.

After a 7-4 victory over Sylvan

Lake on Monday, the Locos se-

cured the gold medal and a spot

representing the league at the

provincial playoffs in Edmonton

next weekend.

Coach Cam Green commented

on how the Locos had a successful

season this year. They were large-

ly dominant in the league and

went into the playoffs heavily fa-

voured to take the championship.

However, most sports enthusi-

ast know that over confi dence can

be a dangerous thing going into

the post-season. Green said that

there were a few points that his

time may have become a little too

confi dent, but for the most part

took on the challenge of playoffs

one game at a time.

“For myself, I try to keep a lev-

el head,” said Green. “I think for

the most part all of our kids did

as well.”

While still dominant in playoffs

as they had been in the league, the

Locos journey to the championship

game was not quite a cakewalk.

In their fi rst match, which was

against Stettler, Lacoka won easily

with a large score margin in a 17-3

game. They received a bit more of

a challenge in their next matchup,

which was against Blackfalds, win-

ning that game 10-5.

It was Sylvan Lake that truly

tested Lacoka’s skills in a true

battle spread over three games.

When the teams fi rst met in play-

offs, Lacoka narrowly lost a tight

game 4-6. Because the league

playoffs were done in a double-

elimination format, Lacoka was

offered a second chance in an-

other match against Sylvan Lake.

When the two teams met again,

Lacoka had made some changes

to their strategy. A new game

plan for the team focused more

on defense, something contrary

to what Lacoka had done during

the regular season. The change

in strategy took Sylvan Lake off

guard and, along with some en-

couraging words from the coach-

ing staff, allowed Lacoka to hand-

ily defeat Sylvan Lake 13–2.

As that game was Sylvan Lake’s

fi rst loss in the playoffs, the two

teams would meet once more in a

fi nal contest to decide the cham-

pionship. Green said it was a

hard-fought and close match, but

the Locos managed to pull off the

victory with a fi nal score of 7-4.

Green commented on the battle

between Lacoka and Sylvan Lake,

saying he was impressed with

how Lacoka’s opponents stepped

up. He also commended all the

other teams in the playoff tourna-

ment for their efforts in the post-

season.

“It was the way playoffs should

be,” said Green.

During the regular season,

Green commented on how the

bantam Locos were a strong

overall team that is passionate

about he sport. That remained

true in playoffs and Green said it

was probably the team’s biggest

strength in the tournament.

“I think the biggest thing for

our team is their heart, their de-

sire to succeed,” said Green.

Green also complimented both

of the team’s goalies. Goalie An-

drew Barnes for his outstanding

performance in the fi nal game

and goalie Chance Watts for tak-

ing a seat on the bench and allow-

ing his older teammate to play

in the fi nal for his fi nal year as a

bantam.

“They decided that on their

own and I thought that was pretty

good of them,” said Green.

Now, the Lacoka Bantam Locos

look forward to provincial play-

offs, which will be held July 4-6th

in Edmonton.

Prior to the provincial tourna-

ment, the Locos will participate

in an international tournament

in Calgary this weekend. Green

said the team will be compet-

ing against team that have long-

standing experience and are par-

ticipating mostly to learn how

they can grow as a team and a

club.

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An Olympic medalist

made a visit to Ecole La-

combe Upper Elementary

School last week.

Last week, Lacombe-

born Olympic skeleton ath-

lete Mellisa Hollingsworth

visited the school to share

her story and talk to stu-

dents about the importance

of overcoming adversity,

never giving up and al-

ways trying your hardest to

reach your goals.

Throughout her pre-

sentation, Hollingsworth

detailed the roller coaster

journey that was her ca-

reer in skeleton.

She told the students in

attendance all about the

many successes and fail-

ures that were part of that

journey.

Hollingsworth said it was

her cousin, skeleton cham-

pion Ryan Davenport, who

got her into the sport when

she was 15. Three months

after earning her skeleton

license, Hollingsworth won

the Canadian Champion-

ships.

She said her early suc-

cess in the sport was likely

a large contributing factor

to her becoming so dedi-

cated to it and forming the

goal of sliding at the Olym-

pics.

When women’s skeleton

was making its debut at the

2002 Olympic Games in Salt

Lake City, Hollingsworth

thought she might get to

realize her dream at the

very fi rst Games featuring

her sport. However, during

a race-off to a teammate

only three weeks before the

Games, Hollingsworth lost

her spot.

Instead, Hollingsworth

would make her Olympic

debut at the 2006 Olympic

Games in Torino as the

top-ranked slider in the

world heavily favoured to

win gold. During her fi rst

run at those Games, Hol-

lingsworth nearly crashed

going through one of the

corners.

Knowing she would have

to correct that mistake to

still fi nish in the bronze

medal position, Holling-

sworth was very focused on

that particular turn going

into her second and fi nal

run.

But due to her fi xation

on the turn, Hollingsworth

over-corrected and went

completely sideways into

the corner. Still, Holling-

sworth managed to fi nish

in third place and brought

home a bronze medal from

Torino.

At the 2010 Olympics in

Vancouver, when Holling-

sworth had the opportu-

nity to win an Olympic gold

medal on home soil, things

did not go so well.

After a grueling train-

ing camp that left Holling-

sworth with multiple stitch-

es to her face, a concussion

and a broken sled shook her

confi dence, Hollingsworth

eventually found the de-

termination to once again

enter the Olympic Games

heavily favoured to win

gold.

But, things continued

to work against Holling-

sworth even after she made

it into the Games. In sil-

ver medal position going

into her fi nal run, Holling-

sworth crashed and as a

result fi nished fi fth instead

of fi rst.

She would fi nish her Ca-

nadian Olympic experience

without a medal.

“I was devastated.”

Despite her feelings of

disappointment, Holling-

sworth grabbed the Ca-

nadian fl ag, held it high,

congratulated the medal

winners and retired silent-

ly to the fi nish house. Hol-

lingsworth said sitting in

the fi nish house, her recent

run felt like it was a bad

dream.

She took small solace in

the fact that on her last run

she broke a record with

her start time, but still felt

upset because that was not

what she told Canada she

was going to do at the Van-

couver Olympics.

Readers may remember

the ‘I believe’ campaign

leading up to the Vancou-

ver Olympics. Holling-

sworth was one of the ath-

letes profi led as part of it.

“I asked everybody if

they believed in me, if I was

able to win gold.”

Even though it was only

one small mistake that had

led her to miss a medal by

24 hundredths of a second,

she still felt like she had let

the country down to some

degree.

Hollingsworth decided

to face the media. While it

was diffi cult to deal with

the media attention after

such an emotional loss,

Hollingsworth apologized

to the country and thanked

Canada for supporting her

on her Olympic journey.

“It took a lot of guts for

me to go out there and to

answer those tough ques-

tions,” she said, telling the

students about the hun-

dreds of reporters covering

the event.

After her performance at

the Games, Hollingsworth

feared people would think

she choked, instead Cana-

dians supported her and

showed everyone in the

country that Canadians

support their athletes, win

or lose.

It was that support that

led Hollingsworth to try

one more time at the 2014

Olympics in Sochi.

Hollingsworth fi nished

11th at Sochi, but was still

happy with her perfor-

mance.

Hollingsworth then an-

nounced her retirement,

having decided this would

be her last Olympic Games

before competing.

Injuries, as well as her

desire to stay home rather

than live out of a suitcase,

were factors in Holling-

sworth’s decision to retire.

She said she plans to work

on obtaining her realtor’s

license in the future but

for now is indulging in an-

other athletic hobby of hers

– horseback riding and bar-

rel racing.

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OVERCOMING ADVERSITY – Olympian Mellisa Hollingsworth poses with the bronze medal she won at the 2006 Olympic Games in Torino. Hollingsworth is the most decorated female skeleton athlete in the world and was in Lacombe last Friday to speak to students at Lacombe Upper Elementary School about her Olympic career. Brian Vossen/Lacombe Express

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ARTS & LEISUREBY BRIAN VOSSENLacombe Express

Currently on display at The

Gallery on Main, ‘Voyagers’ by

Red Deer artist Erin Boake, is

something of a new venture for

her in her career as an artist.

Boake said she got the idea for

the ‘Voyagers’ series after doing

some traveling and having several

friends ask her if she would be do-

ing artwork inspired by her trip.

However, Boake said she nor-

mally does not get her inspiration

from such ventures.

But, she was willing to give it a

try this time. She said she started

thinking of how to tell the stories

through her artwork. What she

came up with was a way to make

her art suggest an event that is go-

ing on, but allows for the viewer

to fi ll in the blanks however they

like.

“These pieces are based on ex-

periences that I had while trav-

eling, but they are kind of in a

void,” said Boake.

“The environment is left for the

viewer to fi gure out.”

Boake said she has been draw-

ing and painting since she was a

child. She said that she discovered

a passion for art at a young age.

As she grew up, that passion led

her to pursue a career in the fi eld.

Boake studied art at Red Deer

College and Alberta College of

Art and Design (ACAD) in Cal-

gary. She said studying art and

having a career doing art, or

at least something related to it,

seemed a natural choice.

“I never really thought about

doing anything else. I’ve been re-

ally involved in the arts, I really

enjoy it.”

Before going to school, art was

more of a hobby for Boake and

something she enjoyed doing be-

cause she was good at it. In school,

she began taking her art more se-

riously.

Getting formal training as an

artist has been very benefi cial for

Boake.

“I think I’ve learned a lot of

stuff at school that I wouldn’t

have learned on my own.”

She added that getting an edu-

cation in art also helped her learn

how to take criticism and to cri-

tique herself as well. She said this

is important because it can be

hard for her, or any artist, to see

her mistakes and where she needs

to improve.

However, Boake said this is es-

sential in the growth of an artist.

She added that she has enjoyed

getting an education in art and

plans to further her education in

the future.

Now, Boake has been a profes-

sional artist for about 11 years.

She said that because of the fi nan-

cial challenges that come with be-

ing an artist she has often taken

other jobs to supplement income

from her paintings and drawings.

However, she has always been in

positions related to the arts.

Often, Boake has taken posi-

tions in teaching. She said she

started by teaching summer

camps in Red Deer and now has

taught all over Central Alberta

and in Iqaluit, Nunavut as well.

When teaching, Boake does not

only teach drawing and painting

skills, the disciplines she prac-

tices, but other aspects of art like

sculpture and clay work. She said

this is benefi cial to her because it

helps her develop her creativity in

other ways. Boake added she en-

joys teaching because it is a way

to stay involved with the arts and

share her passion.

“I just like to share my passion

and creativity. I love to see other

people get excited about making

art.”

Teaching also allow Boake to

work with kids, which is some-

thing she enjoys.

“It’s really enjoyable and invig-

orating to work with kids.”

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Artist leaves story details to viewers with ‘Voyagers’Erin Boake’s current exhibit is now on display at The Gallery on Main

VOYAGERS - Erin Boake poses with a collection of her artwork displayed at The Gallery on Main. photo submitted

18 Lacombe Express Thursday, June 26, 2014ARTS & LEISURE

How many steps do most people take

daily, and how many are needed for good

health? I had no idea how many I take and

thought it would be interesting and pru-

dent to fi nd out. And, who is right about

exercise, Mark Twain or the Earl of Derby?

My fi rst step was to purchase a pedome-

ter. It’s a small battery operated device (the

cost about $35) that fi ts on your hip and

counts your steps. Mine has more gizmos

than I need, but the main button counts

steps and another the calories burned up.

For years my normal day involved a

25-minute walk to my offi ce and the same

route home in late afternoon.

During the day I never ran a marathon

in the offi ce but I also never slept on the

couch. So I could hardly wait to open the

pedometer to see how I fared.

The fi nal tab, 9,100 steps. Studies show

that most people take from 3,000 to 5,000

steps daily. This is short of the 10,000 steps

we’re supposed to take.

But are we?

I discovered it was the Japanese who

published this fi gure, and there’s nothing

magic about it. Rather, the number was

used as a smart marketing device in a cam-

paign to sell pedometers. But even though

it was a smart sales move, medical authori-

ties have agreed the proposed Japanese fi g-

ure of 10,000 steps is a healthy number to

aim for.

It means walking a hefty fi ve miles.

But how many calories does 10,000 steps

burn up? Let’s say you’ve enjoyed a lunch

of a double burger, fries and a sugar-load-

ed 10-ounce soft drink. This packs a caloric

wallop of about 1,700 calories, all most peo-

ple need for the entire day.

That’s when the pedometer fl ashes bad

news. You will be surprised at the small

number of calories you’ve burned up after

a brisk walk. For instance, a 150 lb person,

after 10,000 steps, loses only 500 calories!

So how do we burn up the other calories?

Our Basal Metabolic Rate eats up 60% of

our daily energy to keep all our organs

functioning. Another 10% is required to

absorb, digest and store food.

But why even buy a pedometer when we

know that any amount of walking is good

for you? Researchers I talked to stressed

that counting steps with a pedometer is

a great motivator and has more psycho-

logical impact than counting miles. But al-

though stepping it up helps to lose weight

it will never win ‘the battle of the bulge’

without watching calories.

I found that knowing I walk 9,100 steps

in an average day pushed me to see how

much I could ‘step up’ my own activity. It’s

easy to do. You can go for a walk at lunch.

Or get off the bus a few blocks from home.

The end result will be improved health.

Dr. Paul Dudley White, Harvard’s re-

nowned cardiologist who treated President

Dwight Eisenhower’s coronary attack,

was a fi rm believer in ‘stepping-it-up.’ He

taught that exercise has major physical

and emotional advantages and that, “If

you want to know how fl abby your brain is,

feel your leg muscles!” Or as Abraham Lin-

coln, the U.S. president remarked, “I have

two doctors, my left leg and my right.”

Some companies and organizations are

encouraging their members to make 10,000

steps their goal. But how many steps are

needed depends on your age and health.

And remember that walking is free, simple

and convenient. Moreover, there’s no need

to break the record of the one-minute mile

or purchase expensive exercise machines.

There’s never been a better time to

stress the health benefi ts of walking. It’s

been proven to help fi ght obesity, heart dis-

ease, diabetes, arthritis, osteoporosis and

strengthen muscles.

But exercise has always been a tough

sell. Mark Twain claimed he’d been at the

funerals of many friends who believed in

exercise more than he did. But I believe

the Earl of Derby was right when he re-

marked, “Those who do not fi nd time for

exercise will have to fi nd time for illness.”

Amen to that.

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Who says it’s ideal to walk 10,000 steps a day?

BY MARK WEBERLacombe Express

Canadian country singer Brett

Kissel will be showcasing tunes

from his latest project Started

With a Song at this year’s West-

erner Days in Red Deer.

Sharing the stage with Tim

Hicks who also has a set that

night, Kissel performs July 16th

on the ATB Financial Main Stage.

Doors open at 7:30 p.m. with

showtime at 8:30 p.m.

Kissel will also be returning to

Red Deer later this year, when he

joins Brad Paisley at the Centri-

um on Oct. 9th.

He’s excited about both oppor-

tunities to connect with fans, and

explains how particularly the

show with Paisley marks a per-

sonal milestone.

Kissel met Paisley during a

meet-and-greet 10 years ago when

he was just 14 years old. Paisley

wrote him a message about how

some day, Paisley would save

him a spot on a tour. Talk about a

dream come true.

“Fast forward 10 years almost

to the day, and I’ll be touring

with him coast to coast,” he said.

“Brad Paisley has been one of

my favourite artists for my entire

career. So when I got that call,

it was hard to keep my feet on

the ground and not jump up and

down for joy because it’s one of

the best opportunities I’ve ever

had.”

Originally from Flat Lake, Al-

berta, Kissel has released two

indie albums, sold out countless

shows and earned two Cana-

dian Country Music Association

Award nominations, becoming its

youngest nominee ever. His latest

CD, the aforementioned Started

With A Song, was released last

fall.

Positive response was almost

immediate - the video for the de-

but single reached number one

at CMT, he has scored three top

10 radio hits and he headlined a

cross-Canada tour.

He also won his fi rst Juno

Award – becoming the fi rst coun-

try artist to be awarded with

Breakthrough Artist of the Year

in 17 years. Started With a Song

was co-produced by Kissel with

Ted Hewitt and Bart McKay.

“That album changed my life,”

he said. “A lot of people that have

seen me performing around Al-

berta know that I have a deep

connection with traditional

country. So the previous albums

I made weren’t necessarily for

radio, they were to pay tribute to

my roots.”

The plan with Started With A

Song was a bit different. He said

during production the team want-

ed to create tunes that would re-

ally pop on radio as well. No ques-

tion they have succeeded.

“The doors have opened up and

there have been opportunities I

would have never believed com-

ing our way.”

A passion for music was

sparked early on. And his folks

have pointed out that he’s been an

attention-seeker his whole life. “I

craved the spotlight. Any oppor-

tunity to stand up on the couch

and belt out a tune when I was

three or four years old, I always

took.”

He was given a guitar as seven

and it wasn’t long before a gift for

making music was very appar-

ent. At 10, he was playing three-

chord Johnny Cash songs at tal-

ent shows. “When I was 12 and I

got a $50 honourarium to play for

a local 4H Club – I realized I could

do this for a living,” he chuckled.

“Usually it took me two birthdays

and a really generous tooth fairy

to make $50. And I made that in 20

minutes just playing and singing

songs? I was over the moon.”

One thing was certain – there

was no looking back. Kissel said

he’s always felt at home onstage.

“Music is the only thing I’ve ev-

ery really wanted to do.

“And being onstage is my fa-

vourite thing – there is nowhere

else I’d rather be. Being able to

entertain is the best thing in the

world.”

At fi rst, opting for a musician’s

life may have caused his parents

– both teachers – a few sleepless

nights. They were supportive of

his music, but also believed in the

practicality of post-secondary

education towards a career.

“But the minute I was out of

high school, I went straight to a

concert – I played a gig in Grande

Prairie and I’ve never looked

back. I’ve been riding that bus

ever since.”

Joining Kissel for the show is

Tim Hicks, who soared into the

Top 10 at country radio in less

than eight weeks with his fi rst

gold single Get By and dominated

the digital charts with the num-

ber one selling Canadian country

single for more than 17 weeks.

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Are you a seasonal decorator?

Do you crave tacky and fl ashy

Canada Day fl ags or big creepy

Halloween lawn decorations?

Perhaps you modestly and styl-

ishly decorate only for Christ-

mas or have a Martha Stewart-

esque egg wreath on your door

in spring, imitating one of her

iconic magazine covers. I’m not

sure who has created these un-

written rules but certain holidays

are ‘decorating’ holidays and oth-

ers are virtually ignored.

It’s also outside vs. inside deco-

rating. We hang lights at Christ-

mas and cobwebs at Halloween,

bedecking our trees and shrubs

in the season’s twinkle or terror.

A few people will outdoor deco-

rate for Thanksgiving by tossing

out a few leafy decorations and

possibly a festive turkey or pil-

grim motif but it’s rare to see any

household for the less visual cel-

ebrations.

A dear friend of mine is all out

party planner extraordinaire.

When Prince William married

Kate Middleton, she was baking

muffi ns in crown shaped muffi n

cups and prepared a bevy of Eng-

lish-based treats complete with

Earl Grey tea.

She would be the type to deco-

rate for Victoria Day by plac-

ing regal and royal decorations

around her home or making sure

to have the proper napkins and

dishes available to mark the spe-

cial day. Actually, she usually

travels to Victoria on Victoria day

to have tea at the Empress hotel,

how fi tting!

It seems ok to hang infl atable

Santas or creepy skeletons out-

side our home but I rarely see

leprechauns or large cartoonish

rabbits outside on lawns.

Why is this? Who has decided

that certain holidays should be

represented with oversized, ani-

mated characters? We will hang

the fl ag of our country on Canada

Day but rarely will you see a life-

sized stick fi gure family or card-

board cut-out of our loved ones

on Family Day – maybe this is a

trend that is still to catch on.

What about Louis Riel or Heri-

tage Day?

Let’s embrace the multicul-

tural beauty of our country and

show our support with fl ags of

every variety! Oh sure, they may

be harder to fi nd and I guarantee

the local dollar store is not sell-

ing fl ags/sun visors/lawn chairs

in fl ags of every country but it

would be fun to see a little more

diversity in our outdoor design.

I was passing by a home recent-

ly that had a fl ag hanging from

their front porch.

Instead of that fl ag being the

typical red and white it was pure

white with a vibrant pink breast

cancer ribbon glowing in its mid-

dle.

The decoration made me stop

and take a moment as I was fl ood-

ed with memories of friends and

family members who have cou-

rageously battled this plight and

their memories made me smile.

Thank you to whomever had the

thoughtfulness to hang this pret-

ty and poignant fl ag.

Do you have a quirky tradition

or occasion that makes you want

to decorate?

Do you have bins and bins full

of seasonal decor just waiting to

be put out on your front yard?

Maybe this is the year for a new

vision and a new tradition in your

home, maybe your new favorite

holiday to decorate will become

Easter or Thanksgiving, depend-

ing on our love of pastels or vivid

colours.

You can be the envy of the

neighbourhood with your unique

and festive decorations!

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