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THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2016 www.sylvanlakenews.com FREEVOLUME 81 NUMBER 14 24 PAGES
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Nomination deadline for Leaders of Tomorrow Awards extended
Nominations are currently being collect-ed for the Leaders of Tomorrow Awards.
The awards recognize youth in the com-munity who show leadership in a variety of different ways.
Youth are nominated for the Excellence Award in three difference age categories: 6-10, 11-14 and 15-18.
FCSS Youth Services Supervisor Krista Carlson said nominators are typically teachers, principals, different group leaders, youth pastors, sports coaches, school administrators and youth workers, although she added any one in the com-munity could nominate a youth.
Youth are recognized for volunteer work, setting good examples at school or in different activities such as helping their teachers after school or tutoring other students with their homework.
These awards recognize the positive contribution that youth are making in the community, as well as include showing kindness and being good role models for others in their class or programs.
Last year 112 youth were nominated. Each young person was called up to the stage and was recognized.
The nomination forms are simple and ask for names, contact information for the nominee and the nominator because the nominators are invited to the awards ceremony to watch the youth they nom-inated go up on stage.
Nominators write a short paragraph on why they think the youth they are nom-inating deserves the award. A signature from a parent is also required.
When youth are recognized for their contributions, it inspires them to do even
more in the community said Carlson.She added in the past they have had
youth who have been recognized explain what it meant to them to be recognized in such a way.
“Just to be recognized for the small things is a big deal to these kids and they love being able to come and walk up on stage,” Carlson said. “It’s a really proud moment for both them and their parents. It means a lot to them and we see them doing even more after the awards.”
Receiving the recognition goes a long way. Youth are able to list it on their resume and it can also help when applying for scholarships.
Carlson said she has written many ref-erence letters for the winners.
“It can make a big difference for them down the road,” she said. “It inspires them to continue on down that path.”
Having an adult in the community recognize the efforts youth are making shows their contributions are not going unnoticed and can act as a strong positive affi rmation.
“There are a lot of kids out there who are doing really good stuff and they are really making an impact in our community,” Carlson said. “It keeps them on that path. It’s really important that we as adults are recognizing those things in a formal way.”
The nomination deadline has been ex-tended to April 13.
Forms can be picked up at the Sylvan Lake Community Centre or found online at www.sylvanlake.ca under the FCSS tab or at http://www.sylvanlake.ca/fcss/youth/youth-leaders.html
For more information contact Krista Carlson at 403 887 1137 ext. 223
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Facade Improvement Program seeing success
The fi rst recipients of the Town of Sylvan Lake’s Façade Improvement Program re-cently received their grant.
Derold Clark, property owner, and Denise Milne, operator/artist, received $7,500, which was used to improve the face of their recently renovated storefront on Centennial Street.
The Façade Improvement Program is de-signed to encourage retail and commercial building owners to invest in storefront upgrades, with the Town offering up to $15,000 in matching funds to those who apply for the program.
Storefronts located along Centennial Street are currently open to apply for grants.
In helping to revitalize the downtown and Waterfront Commercial District the program aims to create a more interesting and appealing street environment to attract people and new businesses to the area explained Joanne Gaudet, communications offi cer for the Town of Sylvan Lake.
“The program is intended to promote the marketability of the local business area,
enhance the appearance and charm of commercial area while making streets a more attractive, safe, and interesting place to walk,” she added.
Denise Milne and Darold Clark, who opened Bonavista Fine Art in December 2015, were pleased to have been involved with the program adding they feel down-town is the right option for their business and are pleased with the outcome.
“It was the best building for us,” said Milne on their Centennial Street storefront. “The exterior of your building is what catches people’s eye. I can see the vision for the future of downtown. If everyone was to utilize this program the area would be very eclectic.”
For more information on how to apply to the Façade Improvement Program visit www.sylvanlake.ca/grants.
Milne and Bonavista Fine Arts are also currently hosting an open call for local artists who would like to showcase their work in the gallery. Artists wishing to apply are to email eight high quality images of their artwork to [email protected]
FACADE IMPROVEMENT - Bonavista Fine Art, located on Centennial Street, recently became the fi rst user of the Town’s Facade Improvement Program. Property owner Derold Clark and operator/artist Denise Milne receive a cheque from Mayor of Sylvan Lake, Sean McIntyre.
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A referendum is the action of initiating a vote on a single po-litical decision which has been put to the public in the form of a question. A referendum is a tool available to governments that allows the people a chance to ex-press their opinion on a specifi c issue or policy.
United Kingdom Prime Minister David Cameron has announced that on June 23, eligible voters will have the opportunity to vote on whether the U.K. will retain mem-bership in the European Union or not. The E.U. is an economic and political partnership involving 28 European countries. The specifi c question posed to voters will be whether they want to be in or out of the European Union.
In recent years the merits of the United Kingdom’s membership in the E.U. has been a very hotly de-bated issue. Prime Minister David Cameron has recognized that making unilateral decisions on this issue eliminates the ability
for the people to have direct input on a very critical issue. Cameron has called for this referendum despite the fact he has publicly stated he is in favour of remaining in the European Union. Ultimately through this referendum, the peo-ple of the United Kingdom will have the opportunity to decide what they feel is best for them.
Unforeseen circumstances such as world market conditions oc-casionally arise in the period be-tween elections and require de-cisions to be made outside what was included in a government’s platform prior to being elected. Unforeseen circumstances should never be taken as an opportunity to implement ideological or uni-lateral policies if the principles of democracy are to be respected.
Democracy is defi ned as govern-ment for the people by the people, which begs the question, how can a government be for the people if you never ask the people the question?
The implementation of legis-lation establishing the essential democratic tools of citizen-initi-ated referenda and voter recall will allow Albertans to be the cus-todians of the authority of gov-ernment. Without consultation of voters, governments are unilater-ally removing the authority that should be reserved for the people they are supposed to serve.
On March 10th MLA for Drayton Valley – Devon, Mark Smith ta-bled Private Member’s Bill 201, the Election Recall Act, which is a step towards ensuring Albertans have authority when it comes to their elected members. The pro-cess of Recall outlined in Bill 201 is an arduous process designed to avoid any frivolous claims. Recall is a very good fi rst step towards accountability and puts the power back into the hands of Albertans.
In a healthy democracy, ulti-mate power must always reside with the people. This can only be achieved if there are legislated
mechanisms in place that allow Albertans the opportunity to re-call their representatives and/or initiate legislation their represen-tatives are unwilling to bring for-ward.
Recall and referendum ultimate-ly give more authority to Albertans when it comes to deciding what’s best for them and their families.
***The following article was co-com-piled by a small group of Offi cial Opposition MLAs who each week, get together to talk through a legislative policy issue. As part of the process, a short commentary is compiled and then edited. The editorial committee members include GRANT HUNTER, Cardston-Taber-Warner; RICK STRANKMAN, Drumheller-Stettler;; and DAVE SCHNEIDER, Little Bow; WES TAYLOR , Battle River-Wainwright; RON ORR, Lacombe-Ponoka, MARK SMITH Devon-Drayton Valley, DAVE HANSON Lac La Biche-St. Paul-Two Hills, DON MacINTYRE Innisfail-Sylvan Lake***
Giving Albertans more authority
Re: What I Think of Alberta’s Climate Leadership Plan
Dear Editor,What is missing from the Alberta NDP’s
Climate Leadership Plan is a money-back guar-antee. That is, we all should get our extra tax dollars returned with interest when the gov-ernment-hyped assumption, namely that cli-mate change is caused primarily by our carbon dioxide emissions from burning fossil fuels, turns out to be false.
It’s not just the marginal taxation and other fashionable intrusions into the economy in the name of the environment that will limit Alberta’s ability to compete in Canada and the world. It’s the fundamental government error of attempting to apply economic controls and penalties on top of already-regulated indus-trial and civil practice. European nations are proving that green policies and subsidies don’t work. Repeating the experience here in Alberta makes no sense.
The Earth will determine if its climate will change, not an army of climate modelers with supercomputers who predict catastroph-ic change in the distant future; nor the legions of climate bureaucrats and consultants whose careers depend on a warming environment to justify both their existence and their ex-tortionistic tax policies; nor companies that profi t from climate change hysteria at public expense. The Earth doesn’t care about the cosmetic packaging of the Climate Leadership Plan. That’s all that counts.
When fl ying to tropical regions to escape the cold north in winter, I like to look out the window from a height of 11 km, down through 75% of the thin layer of atmosphere that cov-ers the Earth (its radius is 6370 km), through the cloud layers where moisture condenses and freezes, and wonder how a 0.1 or even 1 degree Celsius change at ground level can possibly heat up the almost 6 billion trillion tonnes of rock and water below. It can’t. The
modern activist obsession with minute chang-es in temperatures, attributed by governments today to us humans, is an absurdity that can only be appreciated by panicked tax collectors in need of a justifi cation. Scientists like me un-derstand that the Earth cannot be accurately represented by even the best climate models. I don’t like to be scammed by computer games, especially schemes that originate in the bow-els of the United Nations and its wealth-redis-tributionist agencies.
For that reason, punitive actions like the NDP’s Climate Leadership Plan will only be improved by a money-back guarantee. When the Earth continues to warm and cool and the climate continues to change as it always has, getting my money back will mean more trips to the tropics in winter. That’s because warm is good.
Regards,Graeme Strathdee, Ph.D.
Sylvan Lake, AB, T4S 1G1
Re: Electricity in AlbertaDear Editor,The Wildrose commentary
about electricity does not do so on the basis of facts.
Sure Albertans are already pay-ing too much for electrical costs, but the reason is not a lack of elec-trical generation. The reason is overbuilding the electrical grid to accommodate coal fi red genera-tors allowed by deregulation. This is a mess the NDP has inherited and one which I and many others spent over eight years fi ghting through regulatory processes and the courts.
The world has adopted low car-bon standards and the Alberta NDP government is doing the sen-sible thing by phasing out coal fi red electrical generation. These generators are one of the biggest point sources of carbon emissions in the province and give Alberta an environmental black eye.
Given the low price of natu-ral gas, shifting generation to gas fi red turbines makes good environmental and economic sense. This is a position long ad-vocated by the Industrial Power Consumers Association of Alberta as well as the electrical utilities of Calgary and Medicine Hat to name a few.
Gas turbines not only have the advantage of low cost fuel, the consumption of which helps our local oil and gas producers, but they do not need the huge and costly electrical transmission lines the coal generators do. The same applies to renewable gener-ators like solar and wind.
Alberta’s total electrical load is around 9,000 megawatts. Right now there is 8,700 megawatts of gas turbine and wind genera-tion already installed. This is not counting hydro-electric and bio mass. So we are very close to being able to discard coal genera-
tors entirely.Yet in monitoring the system it
is evident that much of the ex-isting generating capacity of both gas turbines and wind electric is not being utilized. At the time of writing this, gas turbines are running at under 50% of their capacity and the wind farms are only being allowed to run at 17% of their capacity.
Last week the International Energy Agency reported that 90% of the new electrical generation created globally is from renewable. This type of generation system is more resistant to failure and is cheaper to build than the ugly and very expensive transmission tow-ers blighting our landscape and raising our electrical bills.
Alberta could have gone anoth-er way, but Klein ignored much informed advice and deregu-lated the electrical sector. The Conservatives even passed a law setting aside an objective “Needs”
hearing to make sure obsolete transmission lines were built and their American owners are guar-anteed a return on investment by the Alberta public.
The so-called take or pay con-tracts with the coal generators are not in the public interest and the Alberta NDP should follow the legal precedent Stephen Harper established on the Wheat Board and simply cancel them without compensation.
Wildrose should not have thrown out their only MLA who understood the electrical system. Then they might have made in-formed and pointed criticisms rather than their less than accu-rate articles supporting the failed policy of deregulation. They need to learn the difference between a pulpit and a podium and do their homework.
Ken LarsenBenalto, AB, T0M 0H0
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Lakeshore Drive redevelopment schedule for October 2016 completion
Sylvan Lake’s infamous Lakeshore Drive is set to be completed this summer. The redevelopment of Lakeshore, which took place over six phases, is scheduled for completion in October of 2016.
Two areas of Lakeshore are set to undergo construction beginning May 2. The stretch of road from Centennial Street up past Marina Bay to Wildrose Drive, as well as the area from the end of Lakeshore Drive to the traffi c circle are both scheduled for underground water main upgrades in the month of May, with concrete electrical and landscape work beginning at the end of July.
A break in construction is anticipat-ed from the end of July until after the September long weekend and will continue until the project is completed in October. The fi nal portion of the project to be com-pleted in September and October will be the intersection of Centennial Street and Lakeshore Drive.
Project Manager for the Town of Sylvan Lake, Dave Kelham stated the break in construction is do to accommodate peak visitor times in the season and the busi-nesses they will be visiting.
The Town of Sylvan Lake is currently set to host an open house to consult with business owners and residents in the area in regards to phases fi ve and six of the Lakeshore Redevelopment Plan on
Wednesday, April 13 from 6-9 p.m. at the Municipal Building.
“It will give people an understanding of what’s going on and give them a better understanding of the schedule and what’s going on,” said Kelham on the open house.
Council initiated the Lakeshore Drive Redevelopment Master Plan as a legacy project in 2008 with initial construction having begun in 2009 with the end goal of the project being to support the enhance-ment of a vibrant, diverse, attractive and well-planned environment for residents and visitors.
Vicki Kurz, economic development offi -cer for the Town of Sylvan Lake, said she believes the end result will have a positive impact on businesses in the areas once Lakeshore Drive is completed.
“I think this is really a prime opportunity to fi nish the entire stretch of Lakeshore Drive so that we no longer have any in-adequacies between different areas of Lakeshore Drive. It needs to be consistent,” said Kurz. “It will certainly fi nish the wa-terfront construction process and I really think it will help to attract investments.”
She added the completion of Lakeshore Drive is critical to tourism and down-town. In addition to street beautifi cation through new pavement and sidewalks, the Lakeshore Drive Redevelopment Plan also includes a number of public art pieces set to be unveiled this year.
Intermittent road closures are expected
throughout the summer with the Town asking business owners in the areas set for construction to please attend the up-coming open house to ensure adequate communication.
In addition the Town has also extended
invites via their business owner email data-base, with Kurz adding if business owners have not yet received the email to please email her directly at [email protected].
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SPRING SWING - Gracie Brown, 9, and her father, Chad Brown, spent the afternoon swinging in the park on Saturday. Jenna Swan/Sylvan Lake News
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The Town of Sylvan Lake has partnered with Tourism Red Deer, and licensed Sylvan Lake businesses will have an opportunity to develop a FREE business profile, and contribute to the Town of Sylvan Lake’s new tourism-focused website.
Liz Taylor, Executive Director, Tourism Red Deer, [email protected]
What do we need from your licensed business in order to develop a profile? 1 JPEG Logo, 5-10 JPEG Photos (Exterior, interior, facilities, food, people interacting, etc), 500- Word Description of Organization, Contact Information, Address, Phone, Email, Website, Hours of operation, Social Media links, and if available, Latitude & Longitude – This will allow us to map your business location!
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The Town would only require visitors from out-of-town to pay for parking.
The Town would use revenue from the parking fees to maintain the downtown & waterfront area, particularly upkeep of the park spaces.
Centennial Park lots, Lakeshore Drive (40 Street to 50 Street), 49 Street Couplet, and Centennial Street & 50 A St., are all currently recommended as areas for paid
parking. The parking lots along the railway would remain FREE.
The Paid Parking Program, would only run May 15 to September 15 of each year.
“Resident Only Zones” are planned for the areas known as the Cabin District & West Village, as well as homes within the downtown. Homeowners in these zones
would receive residential parking passes.
Pay parking is receommended for both weekdays & weekends, and would operate between the hours of 10:00 am and 9:00 pm. Hourly and Daily rates available.
($1.50/hr & $7/day)
For questionnaire access, and more information, visit:
Should the Town of Sylvan Lake require out-of-town visitors to pay for parking within our waterfront commercial district?
www.sylvanlake.ca/public-notices
Pay Parking Program open house held
A Pay Parking Program and the Resident Only Parking Program Open House was held recently in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building.
Town Council and staff heard from res-idents of Sylvan Lake who were both in favour and against the Program, which is set to return to Council for the fi rst of three readings for a bylaw in the coming weeks.
Joanne Gaudet, communications offi cer for the Town of Sylvan Lake, stated there was a good split of people who were both in favour and who shared concerns with around 40 residents attending in total.
“Many of the individuals were happy to hear the Town recognized residents had paid their dues and will be exempt from pay parking,” said Gaudet. “Those who spoke to the Residents Only Parking Program [being implemented in the cottage area] were mainly in support of the program in that they are happy we are acknowledging that visitors parking in that area is an issue.”
For more information on the Pay Parking Program and the Resident Only Parking Program visit www.sylvanlake.ca and search Pay Parking Program for your chance to fi ll out an online survey to provide your feedback on the program.
BY JENNA SWANSYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Vimy Ridge ceremony to be held on Saturday
On Saturday, April 9 at 2 p.m. there will be a short ceremony held in recognition of the anniversary of Vimy Ridge at the cenotaph in Memorial Park.
Hosted by the Sylvan Lake Legion Branch No. 212, the ceremony coincides Vimy Ridge Day, an annual obser-vance on April 9 to remember Canadians who victoriously
fought in the battle of Vimy Ridge in northern France during the First World War.
The Legion is also spon-soring a Veterans’ Luncheon which will be served at noon by the Ladies Auxiliary. All veterans and their families are invited to attend. The luncheon will be followed by initiation of new members, with the ceremony at the cenotaph to follow at 2 p.m. If weather conditions are unfavourable the ceremony
will take place inside.“Vimy was a great victory,”
said Gord Graham, president of the Sylvan Lake Legion. “April 9, 1917 was likely the single bloodiest day in the history of the war for the Canadian Corps. Overall, Vimy stands as a great Canadian victory.”
For more information contact Gord Graham at403 304 7805.
BY JENNA SWANSYLVAN LAKE NEWS
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UpcomingMeetings
UPCOMING MEETINGS
MPC MeetingApril 18, 2016Municipal Government Building6:00 pm
Regular Meeting of CouncilApril 11, 2016Municipal Government Building6:00 pm
Committee of the WholeMay 4, 2016Municipal Government Building6:00 pm
CommunityPrograms
YARD/KITCHEN WASTE COLLECTIONBEGINS ON MARCH 29
Yard/kitchen waste collection begins on Tuesday, March 29 and occurs weekly on the same day that your garbage is collected. Place your yard/kitchen waste (mixed) out for collection by 8 A.M. on your garbage collection day, in the same location as your garbage. You may also bring your yard/kitchen waste to the Waste Transfer Station during business hours at no charge.
Please note that yard/kitchen waste must be in one of the following types of containers:
Yard/kitchen waste in containers 100 litres or larger MUST be in biodegradable bagsYard/kitchen waste in containers under 100 litres may be looseBiodegradable compostable bags without containers are accepted but
PublicHearing
TOWN OF SYLVAN LAKENOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING
REGARDING PROPOSED BYLAW NO. 1704/2016
Being a Bylaw to amend the current Off-Site Levy Bylaw No. 1666/2015.
WHEREAS an Off-Site Levy structure has been established in accordance with the requirements of Alberta Regulation 48/2004 with amendments up to and including Alberta Regulation 19/2011, known as the Principles and Criteria for Off-Site Levies Regulation;AND WHEREAS it is deemed necessary and expedient to amend Bylaw No. 1666/2015 in the manner hereinafter appearing.
A Public Hearing regarding the proposed Bylaw will be held on Monday, April 25, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Government Building at 5012 48 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, Alberta.
All persons in favour or opposed to the Bylaw will have the opportunity to be heard. If you are unable to attend personally, written submissions must be submitted to the Municipal Government Building no later than 12:00 noon on Thursday, April 21, 2016.
If you submit comments on this bylaw, either orally or in writing, the information you provide may be recorded in the minutes of the Public Hearing, or otherwise made public, subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
A copy of the proposed Bylaw and any related documents can be seen during regular offi ce hours from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Municipal Government Building. The Off-Site Levy Bylaw is available on the Town’s website at www.sylvanlake.ca. The style of the hearing will be informal and persons wishing to speak will be requested to state their name and address for the record upon being recognized by the Chairperson.
Date of fi rst publication of this notice: April 7, 2016 edition of the Sylvan Lake News.Date of second publication of this notice: April 14, 2016 edition of the Sylvan Lake News.
OpenHouse
Request forQuote
REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONYARD WASTE HAULING AND DISPOSAL
MAY 1 – NOVEMBER 15 (APPROXIMATELY)
Public Works is accepting sealed quotations for the hauling and disposal of co-mingled yard and kitchen waste for the 2016 season. The project involves the weekly hauling of about 50 tonnes (averaged) of yard/kitchen waste from the Waste Transfer Station in Sylvan Lake to a provincially approved compost facility. Please base your quote on approximately 1200 tonnes of waste material for the year and provide a cost per tonne which is to include all costs, including the trucking and tippage fees.
The Town will provide the loader and operator to load the material weekly on a mutually agreed upon time and day. The successful proponent must satisfactory complete the Towns contractor safety agreement.
Quotation packages are available at the Municipal Operations Building located at 1 Industrial Drive or by e-mail at [email protected]. Please contact Public Works at 403.887.2800 for additional information.
The deadline for submission is April 12, 2016 at 10 am
NOTICE OF OPEN HOUSELAKESHORE DRIVE PHASE 5 & 6
CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE
The Town of Sylvan Lake is pleased to invite you to attend an Open House at the Municipal Government Building located at: 5012 - 48 Ave, Sylvan Lake, Alberta
Date: Wednesday, April 13th, 2016Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pmLocation: Council Chambers
The purpose of the Open House is to present the schedule for construction along Lakeshore Drive from 50th Street going west towards Marina Bay. Residents and business owners are encouraged to attend so they are aware of the plans the Town has put in place to mitigate the impacts of construction.
If you are unable to attend or require more information, please contact Dave Kelham by e-mail at [email protected] or by phone at 403.887.2141.
Supporting documentation will be made available on our website after the Open House. www.sylvanlake.ca/projects
HELP SHAPE YOUR COMMUNITY!!
The Council Remuneration Citizen Committee requires 5 individuals to sit on this Committee with a focus on reviewing Town of Sylvan Lake Council Remuneration and provide recommendations regarding the compensation package for Town Council. This Committee is formed once every Council Term and will have a mandate to review existing compensation, market information related to compensation and make a formal recommendation to Council within a 90 day period from inception of the committee. Any recommendations that Council approves to adopt will be effective commencing with the term of the next Council. (October, 2017)
The Committee will be comprised of the following:Two - Town of Sylvan Lake citizens at LargeThree - Town of Sylvan Lake citizens with a background in business, fi nance or governance.
Term: One year subject to the 90 day time frame stipulated aboveMeetings: As determined by the committee.
All applicants will be considered - to apply, please provide a letter of interest and a completed application form before April 17, 2016 at 4:00 PM. For an application form and the Terms of Reference for this Committee, please refer to our website www.sylvanlake.ca/boards_committees.htm
Town of Sylvan Lake5012 48th AvenueSylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6Fax: 887-3660Email: [email protected]
COME SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY BYSITTING ON A COMMITTEE OR BOARD
We are seeking public members for the following:
Community Services Committee (1 Vacancy)Provides recommendations related to community opportunities and challenges. The committee reviews Special Event applications and makes recommendations on approval to Council. It reviews and approves Community Grant applications. The committee meets the third Wednesday of each month at the Municipal Government Building. (2 year term)
Additional information regarding the mandates of the Boards &
must be no larger than 65 cm. X 90 cm. (26” X 36”)The maximum weight per unit is 23 kg.Containers (not bags) must have a “Yard Waste” decal affi xed to the container. Decals are available from the Municipal Government Building located at 5012 48 Avenue or the Municipal Operations Building located at 1 Industrial Drive. Decals can be delivered to you by calling Public Works at 403.887.2800. There is no charge for the decals.
The yard/kitchen waste collection program runs annually from late March until November. Please call Public Works at 403.887.2800 with your questions.
WASTE TRANSFER STATIONSUMMER HOURS BEGINS ON APRIL 4
Starting on Monday, April 4 the facility is open from Monday to Saturday, 9 am – 5 pm, (Wednesdays until 8 pm) exclusive of statutory holidays. There is no after hour access to the facility. The facility is located 1 km. east of the round-about on Highway 11A and .5 km. south on RR15.
TakeNotice
ROAD BANS75% AXLE WEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
MARCH 1 – JUNE 1
Axle weight restrictions at 75% are now in effect for all Sylvan Lake roads with the exception of the East End and Beju industrial parks, which have no axle weight restrictions.
Please contact Public Works at 403.887.2800 for permit inquiries.
NOTICE OF INTERMITTENT ROAD CLOSURESLAKESHORE DRIVE
There will be Intermittent Road Closures along Lakeshore Drive in the area from 50 Street to 53 Street for construction from May through July. All businesses will be OPEN during this time. Please obey ALL Construction Signage and Follow Detour Routes.
All information can be found on the Town’s website at:www.sylvanlake.ca/projects
If you require more information, please contact Dave Kelham by e-mail at [email protected] or by phone at 403.887.2141.
www.sylvanlake.ca/projects
ANNUAL HYDRANT TESTING/FLUSHING
The Utility Department will be fl ow testing fi re hydrants throughout the spring and early summer. You may experience a temporary drop in water pressure and a slight discoloration of your water caused by mineral iron. Simply run a cold water tap for 5-10 minutes to clear.
Committees and application forms can be found on our website at www.sylvanlake.ca or by contacting Mary Rose at the Town Offi ce 403.887.2141.
Please forward a letter of interest with relevant information and completed application form by Wednesday, April 20, 2016 to:
Town of Sylvan Lake5012 48 AvenueSylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6Attention: Mary RoseOr via e-mail to: [email protected]
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EmploymentOpportunities
14. Maintaining cleanliness of the center at all times.
15. Selling souvenirs and ensuring daily cash records/transactions are accurate.
16. Maintaining Sylvan Lake Tourism social media sites, and support Tourism Website.
17. Act as an ambassador for the community and project an image of hospitality at all times.
18. Work closely with Beach Ambassador staff.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRMENTS:1. Enthusiastic, friendly, social, and outgoing personality.
2. Knowledge of town facilities, local attractions, area highways and current events.
3. Current First Aid and CPR training.
4. Social Media knowledge and familiarity including Facebook, and Twitter
5. Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
6. Ability to work independently or with limited supervision.
7. Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
8. Excellent public relations and customer service skills.
9. Excellent organizational abilities
10. Accurate and precise keyboarding skills,
11. Sales and money transaction skills,
12. Some familiarity and skills with Microsoft programs.
POSITION TITLE:COMMUNITY BYLAW OFFICER
- 1 POSITION REQUIREDMAY 16 – SEPTEMBER 5, 2016
REPORTS TO: Manager of Municipal Enforcement
The Town of Sylvan Lake employs Community Bylaw Offi cers for the preservation and maintenance of the public peace, by enforcing specifi c Municipal Bylaws. This position supplements the work of Community Peace Offi cers and Police Offi cers, performing functions that assist in maintaining peace in the community. The Town of Sylvan Lake designates Bylaw Offi cers with a specifi c job function that includes responding to and enforcing Municipal Bylaw complaints and conducting administrative responsibilities. This position requires fl exibility, discipline, professionalism, and good character.
SUMMARY OF FUNCTION:• Preserving and maintaining the public peace, by enforcing
Municipal Bylaws.• Investigating Municipal Bylaw complaints, and submitting
reports, fi les, letters, and legal documents.• Performing lower risk enforcement and making frequent
contact with the public.• Operating non-emergency equipment, including town vehicles,
electronics, computers and radios.• Liaising and working effectively with law enforcement agencies,
including the RCMP.• Liaising and working effectively with other departments of the
Town of Sylvan Lake.• Attending meetings, if or when required.• Performing assigned duties, functions, and responsibilities as
directed by the Manager of Municipal Enforcement.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS• A minimum age of 18 years, with a High school diploma or
equivalent qualifi cation.• Successful completion of Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable
Sector Check.• Must be resourceful and show initiative.• Demonstrated profi ciency in writing, verbal and communication
skills.• Able to work both independently and cooperatively.• Must be able to work in a variety of conditions including
fl exible hours and extended periods outdoors.• Related enforcement experience would be an asset
For all of the above positions, please forward a resume by April 17, 2016, indicating which position you are applying for, to:
Town of Sylvan Lake5012 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6Attention: Human Resources
Fax: (403) 887-3660, E-mail: [email protected]
SEASONAL JOB POSTINGSPOSITION TITLE:
SUMMER PARKS LABORERS – 20 REQUIRED
Rate of Pay - $15.12/hourMay 2 – September 5, 2016REPORTS TO: Parks Operators
SUMMARY OF FUNCTION:• Assisting with maintenance of ball diamonds, soccer pitches,
the skateboard park and other sport related facilities.• Assisting with parks cleanup, garbage control and park
maintenance.• Painting equipment, buildings, waste containers, park benches,
signs, etc.• Assisting in maintaining pathways and bridges that are
associated within parks.• Landscape and grounds maintenance duties.• Assisting with fl ower garden maintenance and general
horticultural concerns.• Assisting in preparations for community special events.• Reporting vandalism, maintenance and/or public concerns.• Assisting park users and tourists in the parks.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:• Students should have a working knowledge of small
equipment, farm implements such as mowers, weed eaters, trailers, and tillers.
• Because of the responsibilities of this position, students should have physical strength and ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting, up to 50 pounds (22.73 kg), as well as working with landscaping material, refuse, etc.
• Because of the environment this position will be working in, the successful candidate(s) will be required to submit an original Police Information Search (criminal reference check) prior to commencement of employment.
• Current Standard First Aid/CPR is required.• Because of the responsibilities, this position requires the
successful candidate(s) to have a valid driver’s license and provide a driver’s abstract upon hiring.
• Previous experiences working in the Parks and Recreation fi eld is an asset.
POSITION TITLE:BEACH AMBASSADOR – 4 REQUIRED
Rate of pay - $15.92/hourMay 9 – Sept 5, 2016REPORTS TO: Communications Offi cer
SUMMARY OF FUNCTION:Under the supervision of the Communications Offi cer, the Beach Ambassadors will be responsible for providing friendly and positive customer service, and community & tourist information namely along the Sylvan Lake Provincial Park beach front; though throughout other areas of the community, as needed. The Beach Ambassadors will tour the beach area on a regular basis, and aid visitors by providing up-to-date and helpful information related to local businesses, parking solutions, directions, and local attractions to improve the visitor experience. They will be responsible for maintaining the Beach Ambassador Booth by keeping it clean, presentable, and stocked with brochures and pamphlets.
TYPICAL DUTIES:1. Either at the Beach Ambassador Booth, or by regularly patrolling the beach area, provide up-to-date and helpful information to all visitors related to, but not limited to:
a. Special Events such as 1913 Days, Fireworks, etc.b. Town Amenities including Farmer’s Marketc. Weather Conditionsd. Facilities offered in the town, such as recreational, etc.e. Parking, including presence in drop off zones to improve
traffi c fl ow, provide defi ned parking lot mapsf. Business Locations dependent on visitor requirementsg. Rules around beach and park conducth. Accommodations of all types depending on visitor
requirementsi. Maps of town, trails, highways, etc.j. Updates on lakeshore development, construction projects,
etc.k. Business promotions and informationl. Regional attractions and amenitiesm. Directions to other locations within Central Alberta or farther.
2. Maintain beach cleanliness.
3. Welcome visitors and ensure the fi rst interaction is highly positive
4. Promote the town and tourism within, and around the town.
5. Provide basic fi rst aid to visitors, as required and as trained for.
6. Assist visitors who have special needs or disabilities, as well as those requiring particular support in accessing the park/beach.
7. Distribute brochures, fl yers, and promotional information, as required or directed by Communications Offi cer.
8. Contact the Parks and Recreation department should the washrooms or other areas require urgent cleaning or restocking.
9. Maintain a professional appearance, and adhere to uniform requirements.
10. Information Gatheringa. Conduct surveys such as visitor impressions, visitor needs,
place of origin, etc., as designed by Communications Offi cerb. Encourage visitors to participate in information-collecting
initiativesc. Record daily interaction with the public including types of
inquiries received and how requests for assistance were managed
11. Contact appropriate parties such as the RCMP or Municipal Enforcement in order to provide solutions to problems incurred by visitors, i.e. lost children, alcohol use, guidance to health care facilities, etc.
12. Perform all additional duties as directed.
13. Must be able to work most weekends.
14. Provide assistance at parking lots and drop-offs, including directions, vehicle unloading help, etc.
15. Perform gardening, landscaping, and clean-up activities as directed.
16. Work cooperatively with Parks and Landscaping during inclement weather days and during May and June, as required.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRMENTS:1. Enthusiastic, friendly, social, and outgoing personality.
2. Knowledge of town facilities, local attractions, area highways, and current events.
3. Current First Aid and CPR training.
4. Physical ability to be on feet for a complete shift.
5. Ability to work effectively in a team environment, as well as independently, or with limited supervision.
6. Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
7. Excellent public relations skills.
8. Ability to work outside in a variety of climatic conditions and be in good physical condition.
POSITION TITLE:TOURISM BOOTH CLERK – 1 REQUIRED
Rate of pay - $15.92/hourMay 9 – Sept 5, 2016REPORTS TO: Communication Offi cer
SUMMARY OF FUNCTION:Under the supervision of the Communication Offi cer, the Tourism Booth Clerk will be responsible for providing friendly and positive customer service to all visitors, phone callers, e-mailers, etc. who either visit, or contact the Visitor Information Centre. They will provide up-to-date and helpful information related to local businesses, parking solutions, directions, and local attractions to improve the visitor experience. They will be responsible for maintaining the Visitor Information Centre by keeping it clean, presentable, and stocked with brochures and pamphlets. The Tourism Booth Clerk will also assist in the creation and presentation of Town promotional materials.
TYPICAL DUTIES:1. Welcome visitors and ensure the fi rst interaction is highly positive
2. Promote the town and tourism within and around the town.
3. Distribute brochures, fl yers, and promotional information as required or directed by Communications Offi cer.
4. Maintain a professional appearance, and adhere to uniform requirements.
5. Information Gathering
6. Conduct surveys such as visitor impressions, visitor needs, place of origin, etc., as directed by Communications Offi cer
7. Encourage visitors to complete comment cards or guest book
8. Contact appropriate parties such as the RCMP or Municipal Enforcement in order to provide solutions to problems incurred by visitors, i.e. lost children, guidance to health care facilities, etc.
9. Perform all additional duties as directed.
10. Must be able to work most weekends.
11. Creating visually appealing displays for souvenir merchandise and brochures.
12. Collecting and recording the number of visitors and types of requests.
13. Responding to email requests for information.
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Students hear presentation on farm safety
Students at École Steffi e Woima School learned the value of staying safe around farming equipment and machinery during a recent presentation held by Farm Safety Centre.
Through various activities, students learned the value of thinking ahead and making good choices in their farming interactions.
The hazards of lawn mowers and weed whackers were also discussed, making the educational experience highly benefi cial for the students living in town, on a farm or acreage.
The grade 1 students learned the dan-gers of playing with farm equipment as well as how to avoid hazardous situations.
Playing a game called ‘eye spy’, the
students pointed to different activities children were doing on farm equipment. The majority of them were not safe.
When the students pointed at the pic-tures, instructor from the Farm Safety Centre, Priscilla Tames, asked them and discussed how the situation could be dangerous.
She let the students answer which activ-ities they thought were dangerous, which were safe and why.
Growing up on a farm and cattle ranch herself in addition to being a teacher’s as-sistant, Tames had a good understanding on how to instill the important lessons into students’ minds.
Some of the big lessons the students learned was the one seat one rider rule, how heavy farming equipment can be and what clothing to wear to avoid hazards.
The students learned that bagging cloth-
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ing, shoes with laces and long hair not tide up could be hazardous.
Farming equipment is not a toy for chil-dren to play with she explained.
With farming equipment advancing in technology, they can be a temptation for smaller fi ngers to play with. This can lead to dangerous situations.
“The equipment is so big and there are so many buttons and functions with these tractors and they are a lot more computer-ized since 20 years ago,” Tames said.
“The reaction time for children isn’t what it is for adults,” she added. “You don’t necessarily know all the hazards of it.”
Tames knows the value of educating children who don’t live on a farm also as lawn mower accidents can happen anywhere.
“It happens more often than we realize,” she said.
Even with reinforcing the one seat, one rider rule, Tames said she still hears of children who are riding on their parent’s lap on the lawn mower.
Students also learned the value of stay-ing and playing inside a fence because fences offer protection.
If animals are fenced in, students learned to approach a nice looking animal with an adult with them. She explained animals can look cute, however they can quickly turn aggressive if they feel threatened.
“Fences are there to keep us safe but how many cows have charged through a fence and busted it down to protect their young?,” Tames said.
Tames emphasized the value of asking
questions when you don’t know some-thing. There is no such thing as a stupid question.
She said many people are afraid to ask questions because they don’t want to look stupid, but asking questions can be what saves a persons life.
When people don’t ask questions this is when more accidents can happen, simply because they aren’t completely in the know.
“I think if you’re unfamiliar with some-thing - ask a question,” Tames said.
She said people love horses because they are, however horses are the animals that have caused the most deaths in Alberta.
“People love them,” Tames said. “People think horses are these kind wonderful animals, but they are unpredictable, they have a mind of their own.”
Horses startle easily and plastic bags are their worst nightmare.
Tames showed the students how hors-es see by making a fi st and holding it between her eyes. All the students in the class did this. The result – they couldn’t see in front of them.
“(It happens) in the blink of an eye,” Tames said. “It happens so quickly.”
This is why she devotes her time to teaching students the value of staying safe and taking the time to make the better choice.
“Think about the consequences,” Tames said. “When an accident does happen how are you going to handle that?”
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– SERVICES THIS WEEK –– SERVICES THIS WEEK –sponsored by churches of Sylvan Lake Ministerial Associationsponsored by churches of Sylvan Lake Ministerial Association
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Our Lady of the AssumptionRoman Catholic Church
Parish Priest: Father Les Drewicki5033-47a Avenue
Sylvan Lake 403-887-2398 • Rimbey [email protected] • www.ourloa.weebly.com
Mass ScheduleWednesday & Friday 9am • Saturday 5pm
Sunday 11am (last Sunday of the month 9am)
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH
“Experience the unconditional love of God in Jesus Christ.” (John 3:16)
#2-21 Beju Industrial DrivePastor Larry Brotherton 403-505-4438
Church phone: 403-877-9634info@lutheranchurchsylvan.comwww.lutheranchurchsylvan.com
Sunday Worship10:30 am
403-887-5687 Pastor Barry Sigurdson
Ecole Steffie Woima School 4720 45th Ave.Sunday School 9:45am • Service 11:00am
Sylvan Lake Apostolic Lutheran Church3 miles south, 2 1/2 miles west of Sylvan Lake
Sunday School 10:00 amChurch Services 11:00 am
www.sylvanlakealc.org403.887.2450
Alliance Community Church4404 - 47th Avenue 403-887-8811
Senior Pastor: Rev. Kevin Haugan Associate Pastor: Rev. Jim RillingYouth Pastor Rev. Owen ScottChildren’s Ministry Coordinator: Kristine Looy
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Worship Services • 9:00 am & 10:45 am
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The two most important days in your life is the day that you are born and the day you fi nd out why. – Mark Twain.There is a question that is asked in the bible that goes like this - “What is your life?” (James 4:14)And our culture in a way really doesn’t have an answer for us. In fact, you could argue that the western world is the fi rst civilization in all of human history that doesn’t teach its people why they exist. In others words, no one knows. We don’t really have a “purpose course”. Instead, our culture can embrace a mindset that says nothing really matters, just try to fi nd meaning as you go.But I think deep down we know that there is a purpose for our lives and that things do matter.For instance, most people when they are on their death bed don’t usually say “Let me see my trophies one more time.” Or “bring my income statement from 2015 so I can see it one more time” Or “Let me check my savings account”.Anyone who has had a near death experience will tell you, in
those moments things become very clear. Most people want to get their heart right with God, and want to see the people that they love. Life gets clear when time is short.The Bible says that you were born with purpose, and that you are not an accident.David in Psalms 139 even wrote about while he was in his mother’s womb saying: “In your book they all were written, the days fashioned for me, when as yet there were none of them.” – Verse 16David is basically saying this – While you were in your mother’s womb, God had thought about you, He had a plan for your life, and He had a longing in his heart about who you would become. And for some of us, we might feel that we have lost our way a little bit, and if that is the case, I want to tell you that He is calling you back home today.God Bless you,
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Do your loved ones know what type of medical care you would want if you were unable to speak for yourself?
Many of us “save for a rainy day”, plan for retirement, or even plan our next vacation. Just as important, we need to plan for our health care future – and make sure our wishes are known.
April 16, 2016 is National Advance Care Planning Day. Alberta Health Services is encouraging you to think about, talk about and document your wishes for healthcare to ensure your voice is heard. Advance Care Planning allows your family or close friends to know what kind of care you want, and could bring comfort and peace of mind to those making healthcare decisions on your behalf.
On April 16, take the time to talk to your friends and family about your wishes. If there’s an unexpected event or change in your health and you aren’t able to make decisions about your healthcare, having a plan in place ensures your wishes are known. Check out AHS’s interactive guide to help you start the conversation.
Things you can do:Learn about Advance Care PlanningThink about your values and wishes for your healthcare
now and in the futureTalk with those who you are close to about your values
and wishesDiscuss your wishes with your health care providerConsider naming an Alternate Decision Maker or agentComplete your personal directiveIt’s about making choices for your health care before a
personal crisis, you owe it to yourself and you owe it to your family to think about your health care wishes now. Visit: www.conversationsmatter.ca
Get loud about mental healthMental Health Week, May 2-8, 2016Each year, more than 500,000 Albertans visit a doctor about
their mental health. Taking care of your health means taking care of your mind too.
Engaging in physical activity, eating healthy foods, practicing gratitude and having fun are all small steps that can improve your mental health and help to reduce stress.
During Mental Health Week, May 2-8, Alberta Health Services wants to remind you to take care of yourself and share how you are making a difference in your own mental wellbeing. Get loud about the positive steps you are taking and encourage others to do the same.
Try these simple steps and challenge your family, friends, co-workers and yourself to better health and wellness.
Start now and take AHS’s Mental Health Week Ways to Wellness Challenge from May 2-8 visit: http://www.alberta-healthservices.ca/amh/Page13618.aspx and tell us what you do each day for your mental health.
Get activePhysical activity can improve your mood. What’s good for your biceps is good for your brain too.
Eat healthy foodsWhat we eat can affect how we feel. Eat healthy to feel healthy.
Be kindShowing kindness can help you and others feel good, enhances positivity and lifts your mood.
Be yourselfAppreciating yourself can have a positive im-pact on your mental health. Get rid of your inner critic by appreciating who you are.
Practice gratitudeGiving and receiving thanks creates a more positive outlook, which helps to keep you emotionally balanced.
Get your groove on Music soothes the soul, pumps you up and helps ease your worries.
Laugh Laughter is medicine for the mind and helps to reduce stress and tension
For more information or help contact Mental Health Help Line toll-free at 1-877-303-2642, 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
***Alberta Health Services provides weekly health and well-ness articles as a way to help all Albertans live a healthy life ***
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H.J. Cody one act plays hit close to homeStudents performed fi ve one-act plays in
the H.J. Cody School theatre Monday and Tuesday evenings.
The plays were heartfelt and fi lled full of real life scenarios the audience could relate to.
The actors and actresses made the au-dience feel like they were in the story. The performers made eye contact with the au-
dience, making their characters come alive.The plays were comical and at times it
was hard to believe the students were only acting out their characters.
The performances started out with ‘Scuba Lessons’ a comical play. The main character Kelly Donovan played by Shyrina Tarnasky waits for her date to arrive. She waits in the same coffee shop where her friend Dan Lanzetta played by Alexander McBride is on a date with Rayne Storm played by Daryl-Lynn Jimmo.
Sure Thing – The One Act play ‘Sure Thing’ was performed by Bill (Josh Parenteau) and Better (Sophie Brooks) as one of the fi ve plays performed at the H.J. Cody School’s theatre Monday and Tuesday. Jasmine O’Halloran–Han/Sylvan Lake News
JASMINE O’HALLORAN–HANSYLVAN LAKE NEWS
While Kelly waits for her date to arrive she is eaves dropping on Dan and his date.
It becomes obvious that Kelly wants Dan and is jealous that he is on a date with another woman. In the end Kelly and Dan admit they like each other.
The second play, ‘A Life Sentence’ was the heartfelt story of an old woman sharing what it was like to see her husband go through dementia.
Anne Bailey played by Lauren Rowe shared her life story with the audience about how her husband Dave played by Wyatt Bossé lead a life as a police offi cer and suffered from dementia before he passed away.
Rowe made her character come to life with a sincere voice and intense facial expressions. It brought some audience members to tears.
In character she described what she had gone through while taking care of her hus-band who was sick with dementia.
Bossé played the part of Rowe’s husband to perfection, acting as a confused old man who was insistent on being able to fi nd his pants as he needed to be at the police station. His wife kept insisting on how he didn’t have to work that day.
There were moments where Bossé’s character would come back to the moment and would recognize his wife leaving the audience in amazement at the younger actor’s skills.
The third play was ‘Checking Out’.A British play, with characters Sandra and
Kerry-Anne, played by Emma Villeneuve and Jessica Beckwith with both of the girls playing their British characters stunningly.
The mother and daughter they portrayed seemingly lived two very different lives.
The fourth play ‘Sure Thing’ was comical and made the audience laugh. Betty layed by Sophie Brooks sits and reads a book while Bill played by Josh Parenteau musters up the courage to sit in the chair beside her.
At the beginning the audience is amused with both characters saying ‘sure thing’ after everything they do.
After Bill musters up the courage to sit beside Betty they start a conversation about the book she is reading. The audience can tell things aren’t quite as they seem when they keep hearing the bell ding.
It was defi nitely a play that made the audience laugh.
The fi nal play ‘Almost Maine’ depicted romance and love in a comical way.
The plot ranged from characters sitting and mustering up the courage to say ‘I love you’, skating, losing a boot and admitting to being lonely, to camping out in someone else’s back yard just to see the stars mend a broken heart.
All of the plays were well rehearsed and well prepared.
They were all directed by students who played multiple roles.
Jacqui Renwick, H.J Cody High School theatre arts teacher said the students took a great deal of work to make the show happen and only asked her for help when they needed to.
Renwick gave much of the credit to her students who lead the productions and put on the fi ve brilliant performances.
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PUBLIC NOTICESummer Village of Birchcliff
Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Summer Village of Birchcliff is holding a public hearing to review the proposed amendments to the Land Use Bylaw #170/13.
Section 692 of the Municipal Government Act, RSA 2000, authorizes a Council to amend a land use bylaw and Council deemed it desirable since the last amendment was over two years ago. Section 230 of the Municipal Government Act, RSA 2000, states a public hearing must be held when making amendments to the land use bylaw.
A Public Hearing will be held as follows:
DATE: April 21, 2016TIME: 10:00 a.m.PLACE: Summer Villages Administration Offi ce Bay 8, 14 Th evenaz Industrial Trail, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 2J5
A document regarding this matter will be available at the Summer Village Administration Offi ce between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, or online at www.sylvansummervillages.ca.
Please join us at the public hearing; we look forward to your comments on the Amendment Bylaw. Written submissions must be addressed to the Summer Village of Birchcliff and must be received at the Summer Village Administration Offi ce, Bay 8, 14 Th evenaz Industrial Trail, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 2J5 prior to April 18, 2016.
Published a fi rst time: April 7, 2016 in Sylvan Lake News.Published a second time: April 14, 2016 in Sylvan Lake News.
Phyllis ForsythCAO403-887-2822
PUBLIC NOTICESummer Village of Half Moon Bay
Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Summer Village of Half Moon Bay is holding apublic hearing to review the proposed amendments to the Land Use Bylaw #123/13.
Section 692 of the Municipal Government Act, RSA 2000, authorizes a Council to amend a land use bylaw and Council deemed it desirable since the last amendment was over two years ago. Section 230 of the Municipal Government Act, RSA 2000, states a public hearing must be held when making amendments to the land use bylaw.
A Public Hearing will be held as follows:
DATE: April 18, 2016
TIME: 4:00 p.m.
PLACE: Summer Villages Administration Office Bay 8, 14 Thevenaz Industrial Trail,
Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 2J5
A document regarding this matter will be available at the Summer Village Administration Office between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, or online at www.sylvansummervillages.ca.
Please join us at the public hearing; we look forward to your comments on the Amendment Bylaw.Written submissions must be addressed to the Summer Village of Half Moon Bay and must be received at the Summer Village Administration Office, Bay 8, 14 Thevenaz Industrial Trail, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 2J5 prior to April 14, 2016.
Published a first time: March 31st 2016 in Sylvan Lake News. Published a second time: April 7th 2016 in Sylvan Lake News.
Phyllis ForsythCAO403-887-2822
SCOOTER TRICKS – 10 year old Zach McLean does a trick in the air with his scooter at the Sylvan Lake Skate Park on Friday. Jasmine O’Halloran–Han/Sylvan Lake News
Community market to be held
Over thirty local vendors, including artists and crafts-persons, are set to sell their goods at a spring market being held at ATB Financial on April 12 from 5-8 p.m.
Although an unconventional location for a market, Marion Frame, personal banking specialist with ATB Sylvan Lake said they hope it is a great way to pull the community together for a good cause.
“We want to try to support and bolster local artists, craftsmen and home based businesses,” said Frame. “The economy is tough and we want to help as much
as we can.”There is no admission fee to the market for either ven-
dors or attendees, however Frame will be gathering do-nations to go towards both the Sylvan Lake Community Partner’s Assocation and Serenity Pet Shelter.
“Not only is it going to be really fun, it also helps out these two wonderful organizations who I know have also experienced increased usage,” said Frame. “They really need the support also.”
For more information or to register to be a vendor contact Marion Frame at 403 302 5706.
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RCMP News Release: March 19th – March 25th, 2016March 19th
9:28 a.m. – RCMP received a complaint of damage to a vehicle in the Bentley area. A Dodge Ram truck was locked while parked outside a location on 52nd Avenue. The door handle was ripped off, the ignition damaged, and a stereo deck and subwoofers stolen.
10:24 a.m. – A break and enter occurred at a prop-erty in Bentley. A gate was damaged at the residence located on 51st Avenue. It is believed the suspects or sus-pects attempted to steal a quad but were unsuccessful.
2:40 p.m. – Reports of an intoxicated male on 50th Avenue in Bentley result-ed in RCMP attendance. A witness advised that a male was sleeping in his parked vehicle and then exited the vehicle. A 59-year-old Bentley resident was located by police sleeping inside a drinking establishment. The male was arrested for public intoxication and lodged in cells until sober.
5:07 p.m. – RCMP were called to a domestic dis-turbance at an address on Parkland Drive in Sylvan Lake. A 46-year-old female contacted police to advise that she had been assault-ed by her ex-common-law spouse while attempting to remove her items from the residence. A 38-year-old Sylvan Lake male has been charged with assault.
March 20th
6:09 p.m. – A Sylvan Lake female is facing charges in relation to possession of stolen property. A com-plainant notifi ed police that a male was breaching con-ditions not to have contact with a female. When police attended a residence on Sylvan Drive to investigate, the female in question was located inside a stolen ve-hicle with a stolen licence plate. An 18-year-old female is charged with two counts of possession of stolen property.
8:36 p.m. – A 911 call was received of a two vehicle collision on Memorial Trail at 50th Street in Sylvan Lake. Two trucks collided at the intersection however no one sustained serious injuries. A 24-year-old male from Markerville is charged with impaired driving and having a blood alcohol level over .08.
March 21st
12:32 a.m. – A vehicle was stolen from a residence on 48th Avenue in Sylvan Lake. A male was charging the battery on his 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix which was stolen when he went briefl y inside his residence. The vehicle was later recovered in Red Deer City.
12:02 p.m. – A counterfeit $50 bill was passed to count-er staff at the Sylvan Lake Dairy Queen. A 38-year-old male from Craigmyle, Alberta was later located by RCMP and arrested. He is facing a charge of utter-ing/exporting counterfeit
money.10:17 p.m. – A complaint
was received of an impaired driver on Range Road 30 near Township Road 370 in Red Deer County. A truck was driven into the ditch and the driver ques-tioned. Breath samples were obtained from the driver and he was arrested at the scene. Charged with impaired driving; having a blood alcohol level over .08; and driving while un-authorized is a 63-year-old Innisfail resident
March 23rd
8:49 p.m. – RCMP re-ceived a call from Lake City
Services staff of a suspicious male whom had broken into the towing compound located on Industrial Way in Sylvan Lake. Members surrounded the complex and apprehended a youth. The male is facing charges of breaking and entering into a business with intent and possession of break in instruments.
March 24th
12:09 a.m. – Two males are facing charges in relation to an assault at a residence on 43rd Street in Sylvan Lake. A female contacted RCMP dispatch to report a stabbing however further investiga-
tion revealed that no one was stabbed but rather an assault with a baseball bat had occurred. A 36-year-old male had received non-life threatening injuries to his head and arm. Two females were also accosted by two males inside the residence. Charged with assault and aggravated assault are two males, aged 26 and 27, from Medicine Hat.
6:51 p.m. – A 33-year-old Sylvan Lake female is facing an assault charge in relation to a domestic dispute on Willow Springs Crescent in Sylvan Lake. A 36-year-old male advised police that his
girlfriend was intoxicated and had assaulted him. The female was arrested at the scene and is formally charged with assault.
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
BY SCOTT MCDERMOTTSYLVAN LAKE NEWS COLUMNIST
You have no idea what I’m talking aboutI often forget a key fact. I
am a freak. I am also sur-rounded by freaks.
You see, we love to ex-ercise and we forget that most people do not. We have been at this so long that it feels normal but for many people, exercise is a chore - a thing you ‘have to do’, rather than a thing you ‘want to do’. It’s really important for fi tness nuts to realize this and for me
too when I am writing this article for you each week.
Most people exercise to lose weight or be health-
ier and that’s great. But that group of people, some studies say up to 75% of exercisers, quit and fall off
the wagon a much more than the other part of the group, the ones that exer-cise because it’s fun and they like it.
I came to exercise from the ‘have to’ side and turned in to the ‘love to’ side. I was overweight and out of shape after 13 years at a desk job in architec-ture. I joined a gym be-cause my doctor told me I would be dead soon if I didn’t. Now I can’t stand it when I’m not able to exer-cise or move.
Being broken from the crash in November has re-ally been hard but as soon as my doctor said I could run, I wrapped my bro-ken shoulder and arm in a brace and ran. It felt like being able to breathe again - magical and wonderful, the blue sky, the birds, the feeling of movement.
I have lost some of you again haven’t I? Sorry. To many people running for two hours would be awful, painful and horrible. So to talk of the joys means I have forgotten where you might be at.
What if you thought of exercise as a gift? It really is an amazing gift you know. It is the way we were designed – we were supposed to move. Sitting all day is one of the worst, most toxic things we do. It causes back prob-lems, heart problems, cir-culation problems and so much more.
We need to move. So all you need to do is create
the opportunity. Park far away from work or the mall. Take the stairs, walk when on the phone, etc. One of my favourite clients got a walking treadmill in his offi ce and now does long walks while he orders supplies and inventory for his store. It will save his life.
It can be as simple as getting a dog and taking it for a walk twice a day.
Did you know that work is harder when you don’t exercise? All work. Doesn’t matter what you do. If you are not exercising, it is harder to think, harder to reason, harder to solve problems, you have less energy, stamina and effec-tiveness. You are also sick more often, and when you do get sick, it lasts longer and hits harder.
A little exercise ramps up your immune sys-tem, your energy levels, increases metabolism, helps you sleep better and helps with mental clari-ty. It doesn’t have to be a tonne of exercise either, just a 30 minute class or a 20 minute walk. Even if you stopped work for four minutes and did 50 body weight squats every day, you would feel the benefi t. Exercise makes the blood have more oxygen - which feeds the brain, the heart, the muscles, the organs and everything gets better.
I know, I am rambling on about my passion again - sorry, but what if you drank a little more water today. Moved your body a little more than yesterday. Ate a little more healthy food? Then my weird ob-session with being healthy would be good for some-thing and I hope that’s the case.
Happy Training!Scott
“WHAT IF YOU DRANK A LITTLE MORE WATER TODAY. MOVED YOUR BODY A LITTLE MORE THAN YESTERDAY.
ATE A LITTLE MORE HEALTHY FOOD?”- SCOTT MCDERMOTT
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WOW luncheon offering tips on great leadership
The WOW Luncheon (Women Out Working) will host a special guest presenter April 14 at their monthly luncheon which will be held at the Sugarbelle in Sylvan Lake.
At these luncheons women in business such as entrepreneurs or in a leadership role in a busi-ness, management or su-pervisory position. They use the luncheons to net-work with one another and often invite special guest speakers.
“It’s a place to promote yourself and your busi-ness, to meet other busi-ness women in the com-munity and encourage local development and local shopping and all that kind of fun stuff,” said small business advi-sor for the Rural Alberta Business Centre for Rockey Mountain House, Michelle Andrishak.
She said the women wanted to learn some key skills in leadership. After searching for the best presenter they decided to bring in Alana Peters for the April 14 meeting.
Peters has been educat-ed in coaching. Coaching is a key element when it comes to dealing with cus-tomers, clients or employ-ees.
At this meeting women will learn some amazing skills that Andrishak said would usually be taught in university.
This is why she is ex-cited about this event, as women will learn these skills at an affordable cost.
The primary topic of dis-cussion will be leaderships and leaderships skills.
There are 50 seats avail-able and Andrishak en-courages women to pur-chase tickets early as they do sell out quickly.
Good leadership skills are key when in a man-agement or supervisory
position said Andrishak.She added leadership is
often a topic of discussion at the luncheons.
The women also discuss things like practices, great marketing ideas that will work in the area, tips for success in business and how to manage well.
“We talk about lead-ership and we learn a lot of different things,” Andrishak said.
The luncheon also pro-vides networking opportu-nity for the women to meet other business women in the surrounding area.
“It’s really quite amazing the women that do come to the luncheons who ha-ven’t had the opportunity to get out from their busi-ness to meet other busi-ness women in the com-munity and support each other,” Andrishak said.
Tickets can be pre-pur-chased online at www.wehub.info/profi les.htm
Volunteers to be recognized at gala and
awards nightThe 2016 Volunteer Gala and Awards
Night will be held at the Sylvan Lake Community Centre on April 16 with cocktail hour starting at 5:30 p.m.
Almost 200 volunteers have been recog-nized for their hard work from the busi-nesses and organizations they serve and all will be recognized.
Three volunteers will be chosen for the three different awards – the Distinguished Volunteer Service, Volunteer of the Year and the Healthy Communities Initiative Cup.
Mayor Sean McIntyre will present the Distinguished Volunteer Service award and Town Council will present the Volunteer of the Year award.
St. James Gate will be there for entertain-ment and the whole community is welcome to attend this event.
Guests will also enjoy a fantastic catered dinner.
“We are so fortunate to have so many fantastic volunteers in the community and such great support from Town Council and the mayor,” said volunteer centre coordinator for the Town of Sylvan Lake FCSS, Jody Davis. “It’s going to be a great
evening of celebrating all of our volunteer contributions in the community.”
With almost 200 people being recognized for their volunteer work, Davis said it is great to see so many organizations rec-ognizing their volunteers’ contributions.
“We see so much good work going on in the community. Being able to recognize these people and all of the work that’s being done provides a great sense of community,” Davis said.
Volunteers are a big part of what holds the community together. Without the volunteers many programs enjoyed by the community members would not be able to run she explained.
“We are so fortunate in the community of Sylvan Lake to have so much support of our major and town council as well as the government of Alberta to be able to put on this fantastic event,” Davis said. “It is a celebration of all of our contributions.”
Tickets are limited and the purchase deadline is April 10. Tickets can be pur-chased at the Sylvan Lake Community Centre.
For more information or to arrange to purchase tickets contact Karen Miller at 403-887-1137.
JASMINE O’HALLORAN–HANSYLVAN LAKE NEWS
BY JASMINE O’HALLORAN-HANSYLVAN LAKE NEWS
18 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2016
SPORTSSPORTS
Local body builder Jeremy Lawson is set to compete at the southern Alberta Bodybuilding Championships being held at Red Deer College on June 11.
He is looking forward to the competition and has been seriously training for the past two years.
Training to compete in such an event takes a lot of work in the gym said Lawson and is a lifestyle devoted to making the body the best it can be.
Lawson spends two or three hours daily training in the gym, is coached and eats appropriately to achieve his goal.
He said being a body builder takes a great deal of dedication but it is the time he spends outside the gym that really counts.
This includes proper sleeping and sacrifi cing going out with friends as drinking is not an option.
“You have to sacrifi ce,” Lawson said. “If you want to do something like this you really have to put your head to the grind and get it done. It’s a lifestyle.”
“There’s too many weekend warriors and you can’t make progress doing that,” he added.
He makes these sacrifi ces because he said he wouldn’t progress otherwise. He wouldn’t gain muscles or lose fat.
“You would sort of just plateau yourself. You wouldn’t move forward,” Lawson said.
Lawson said he really enjoys weight training because he likes watching his body change.
He compares what he currently looks like to pictures from six months ago and said he doesn’t look like the same person.
“That’s really what does it for me,” Lawson said.He also really enjoys helping others out by sharing
his knowledge.He shares what he knows and his own experiences
about dieting and weight training with others to help them.
“If you look good you feel good, it’s a big mental thing too,” Lawson said. “If you’re really happy with yourself, you’re happy with everybody and with life in general. I like helping people if they ask.”
As far as Lawson’s diet goes, he eats strictly ground turkey, white rice, vegetables, oatmeal and eggs.
He also eats six or seven times a day as caloric intake dictates what the body is able to do.
Some may be surprised just how much food a bodybuilder must ingest in order to gain muscle.
“Most people couldn’t do it,” Lawson said. “You have to eat six to seven times a day and most people are only eating their breakfast, lunch and their supper.”
Eating six to seven times a day means Lawson is eat-ing every two hours and he said most people couldn’t do that.
He said they can’t get the food in and that’s a crucial part.
“Anybody can go to the gym and weight train. It’s the diet that is hard for everybody. Your diet is key to your results,” Lawson said.
After working out he has a protein shake as well.A misconception of weight training is in order to get
those big muscles you have to lift big weights.Lawson said this is completely untrue. Training has to
do with your form and getting a good contraction and stretch on the muscles.
“Getting blood in the muscles when training is way more benefi cial,” Lawson said. “It’s going to help you grow more than just picking up a heavy dumbbell and just trying to do as many reps as you can. Stretching and contracting the muscle is the key to growth.”
“You want to feel the muscle as you’re doing the weight,” he added. “If you’re not feeling the muscle while doing the weight you’re not benefi tting to the fullest.”
As far as making his muscles look full on stage Lawson explains that it is a combination of appropriate dehydration and carbs.
“You deplete yourself a couple days before the contest and you carb load,” he said. “When you’re putting the carbs in your body it fi lls you out. That’s what gives you the volume in the muscles.
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Local athlete headed to Alberta Border Bowl for second seasonFormer Bears football player Ethan Galliford is
preparing to play at the Alberta Border Bowls on the Young Stars team this year.
This is his second year playing for the Alberta Border Bowls and he is excited to go again.
Galliford will head into his fourth season of football on the Lions team next year.
Galliford, 12 years old, is preparing for his dream of playing college or university football and hopes to make it to the NFL or CFL one day.
All of this is achievable with the Alberta Border Bowls being run by scouts.
To prepare Galliford shows great determination and focus while focusing on gaining strength.
“He does insanity every morning, goes for a run every evening and he eats healthy,” said his mother Tanya Dixon.
She said he is sure to eat large portions of fruits, vegetables and protein.
When playing on the Young Stars team, Galliford will practice for one weekend in Lacombe and then play one game.
He hopes to win the game as last year his team lost.During his time playing for the Bears last year
Galliford said he developed foundational skills such as perseverance.
During the Bear’s last game of the season, Galliford broke his femur. The break was due to an illegal hit from an opposing player that hit the side of his knee.
He sat out for a few minutes but headed back into
Alberta Border Bowls – Ethan Galliford, 12, will head to the Alberta Border Bowls to play football on the Young Stars team for his second year.
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the game even though he was in pain.“We didn’t know it was broken at the time, he
just sat out for a few minutes and then fi nished the game,” Dixon said. “He played in pain. He’s very de-termined.”
Playing for the Alberta Border Bowls Galliford said he learns how to interact with other teammates from all over Alberta.
Dixon said her son is very respectful and going to the Alberta Border Bowls will only add to the skills he already has.
The team’s players will further develop their skills and learn further respect for the sport, school, work, their parents and the teammates.
Other than winning the game, Galliford hopes to make new friends as his mother said he made quite a few friends last year.
“He really likes going and making new friends, new teammates - he wants to go and have fun,” Dixon said.
She added she views her son as a strong focused kid who perseveres through anything.
“He tries to be a good leader and he shows that both on and off the fi eld and even at home,” she said. “He is very respectful, he takes everything serious-ly and is an all around great kid.”
Galliford and his team can be watched online at www.vbvsports.com on May 28.
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(Ross); as well as numerous other relatives and many great friends. Mel is predeceased by his four grandparents, Jack and Kate Butler; and Floyd and Alice Bolduc; and his aunt, Margaret Bolduc. A Celebration of Mel’s Life will be held at the Eckville Community Hall on Saturday, April 16, 2016 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of fl owers, donations may be made in Mel’s memory to S.T.A.R.S, PO Box 570, 1141 Aviation Park NE, Calgary, AB, T2E 8M7. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at wwww.myalternatives.ca.
HELEN ANDERSON Mrs. Helen Jeanette (Horne) Anderson was born in Stony Plain, Alberta on January 22, 1921 and passed to her rest in Lacombe, Alberta March 18, 2016 at the age of 95 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Clinton (Irene), Mary Lane (Dave), Harvey (Brenda), Barb (Larry), Rod (Rhonda), and Carmen; thirteen grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; her sister Martha; as well as many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Helen was predeceased
by her husband John; brothers David and Walter; sisters Elsie and Nettie; son Raymond; granddaughter Tina; grandsons Mark and Garry; and son-in-law Les. A Funeral Service was held at the College Heights Seventh-day Adventist Church at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 25, 2016 with the Interment Service at 4:00 p.m. at the Sedgewick Seventh-day Adventist Church Cemetery. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted by the Sedgewick Seventh-day Adventist Church. To express condolences to Helen’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.
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WALDORaymond Dale Feb. 7, 1955 - Mar. 24, 2016After a long, heroic battle, Raymond Dale Waldo fi nally found peace on Thursday March 24th, 2016 in Red Deer, Alberta at the age of 61. He is survived by his wife Joanne Waldo; his sons Kristopher (Jessica Kerschbaumer) and Jared (Janine) Waldo; his two daughters, Jessica (Pete Olsen) Waldo and Tennille (Kwaku Ansah) Schell; his grandchildren: Jaylen, Violet, Cameron and
Frankie Waldo, K’Senya Schell and Kashytn and Keiryn Pelletier and his siblings: Bob (Doris), Ken (Shirley), Barry (Annika), Calvin (Adele), Bill (Cheryl), Clayton Waldo, and Sharon (Jim) Davis. He is predeceased by his parents Lloyd and Ida and sisters Margaret Gillis and Marlene Deck. The son of Lloyd and Ida (Graham) Waldo, Ray grew up in and around Red Deer, where he met Joanne on the beaches of Sylvan Lake. The two were married in 1978 and called Central Alberta home for 38 years. Ray spent many years in the automotive industry as a salesperson and manager before moving into the oilfi eld up until the time of his passing. Never one to put himself fi rst, Ray will be remembered as a very selfl ess, caring man who was always willing to put the needs of others before his own. A Celebration of Ray’s life will take place at the Sylvan Lake Legion on Friday, April 1st, 2016 from 1-4pm. All are welcome to attend and celebrate a husband, father and friend. Cremation entrusted to Rocky Mountain Crematorium, Rocky Mountain House, AB.Condolences may be forwarded to
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MINNINGSBrian1955 - 2016Mr. Brian Henry Minnings of Sylvan Lake, Alberta, passed away suddenly, surrounded by his family on Sunday, March 27, 2016 at the age of 60 years. Brian’s passion was music; he had a love of playing the guitar, entertaining friends, family and anyone else who wanted to join in. He had a habit of having a different radio station playing in every room of the house. Brian excelled at being a grandparent to his granddaughters; they couldn’t have asked for better. We have all lost a core part of our lives. Red sweaters and Sunday dinners will never be the same. Brian will be missed by all that knew him.
Quote of the day: “Peace” - Brian Minnings.Arrangements in care of
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THORENTONIrene Thorenton passed peacefully at Bethany Sylvan Lake, Alberta on her 89th birthday, March 16, 2016. Beloved mother of Anne (Ed) Thiessen, Nana of Brittany (Scott) MacKenzie, Dean (Cindy) Thiessen; and sister of Edna Wilson, Tweed, Ont. Born March 16, 1927 in Pittsburg Township, Ontario. she was the youngest daughter of John and Mary McMaster. She was predeceased by her brothers; Harold, Russell, Ryan and Glenn McMaster. Her secretarial skills throughout her early working years eventually landed her a job at the University of Guelph, Computer Science Dept., where she eventually took an early retirement and then moved to Alberta to be closer to her daughter and young family. She is remembered by many as being an avid sports fan of curling, baseball and football as well as an oudoorswoman enjoying camping, fi shing, hunting, horse back riding and ski-dooing, and even fl ying planes. In accordance with her wishes, a private family memorial will be held at a later date.
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Acreages/Farms ..............3255Houses/Duplexes ............3260Suites ..............................3270Rooms..............................3280Manufactured Homes ......3290Housesitting Wanted ........3300Garage Space..................3310Storage Space ................3320Stores/Commercial ..........3330Office Space ....................3340Industrial ..........................3350Warehouse Space............3360Resorts & Cottages..........3370Pasture/Land....................3380Mobile Lot ........................3390
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HousesFor Sale 4020
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Farms/Land 4070
5 PARCELS OF FARM-LAND near Altario, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, April
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PASTURE & HAY LAND. 400 - 8000 acres year
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Motorcycles 5080
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U-17 Wave headed to Provincials
Last weekend the U17 Wave were in Calgary at Rally Point for their third premiere, the one that will place them going into provincials. The team played solid all weekend. They went undefeated on the Saturday play-ing four games total, winning the very important cross over game. Then on Sunday they won the fi rst game but lost the following game that lead them to the bronze medal match against the SAVC team from Calgary. They won this game in three sets making it stressful for the parents.
Setting and right side play was done by Morgan and Reis, libero was played by Abby, the middles for the tournament were Ali, Amy and Taylor. Playing power over the weekend were Shae and Erin and Brock. The team had some amazing serves over the weekend, along with some powerful spikes. Each team member at some point made an incredible dig popping the ball up to the setter for them to set up the powers to kill the ball.
Coach Rick Boyes had this to say to his team, “We went into the premier with the goal of making top 3 and I’m very proud of you all. A coach can teach all the skills in the world but without the quality of character you athletes bring we could not have gotten this far.”
The team will now go into the U17 provincials in di-vision one, from division three in the U17-U18 league.
(Front: L-R) Karen Boyes. Shae Boyes, Amy Mulder, Ali Greenshields, Taylor Lund, Rick Boyes(Middle: L-R) Reis Stutheit, Abby Geobmeier, Brock Clark(Back: L-R) Morgan Lockyer, Erin Matthews(Missing) Kaitlyn McCullough
Photo submitted
SUBMITTED BY U-17 WAVE
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