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Scrambling - A group of competitors tried to cross a rope net while Zombies reached up from below trying to grab their flags during the Best Body Fitness Zombie Run at Top O’ The Hill Golf Course Saturday afternoon. Each competitor was given six flags which represent-ed their Immune System and they had a chance to earn more at various points on the course. Zombies, on the other hand, tried to ‘infect’ them by grabbing flags dangling from their belts. See story and more pictures on pages 12 and 13.
STEVE DILLS
H.J Cody awards night
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Volunteers WantedSylvan Lake Seniors’ Lodge is looking for a volun-teer to coordinate Meals on Wheels program which involves scheduling drivers. We also need more volunteer drivers. Please call 403-887-2555 and talk to Wanda or Carol.
Special EventsThursday, October 24 - Benalto & Area Rural Crime Watch Society AGM at 7 pm, Benalto Leisure Centre, Ag. Grounds. Elections and year end business. Guest speaker: Cpl. Mike Purse, recently posted to Sylvan RCMP. For info call Yvette 403-746-3429.Thursday, October 24 - Spirit of Sylvan Yuletide Festival committee meeting. All interested in volun-teering are invited to attend the Legion at 7 pm.Saturday, October 26 - Sylvan Lake Curling Club hosts the Sturling Fun Spiel.Saturday, October 26 - Central Alberta Singles dance 8:30 pm at Penhold Hall. Music by Double D. Members and invited guests only; new members welcome. Elaine 403-341-7653 or Bob 403-304-7440.Sunday, October 27 - Spooktacular Extravaganza, a free afternoon of pre-Halloween fun from 1-4 pm at Fox Run School gym. Games, candy, bouncers.Wednesday, October 30 - Sylvan Lake Seniors’ bus to River Cree Casino, Edmonton. Leave 8:30 am. Phone Joan 403-887-7614.Thursday, October 31 - We Scare for Hunger (orga-nized by Interact). On Halloween carry a bag for the food bank with this notice. Then drop off food bank donations at École H. J. Cody High School on Nov. 1 to Room 103.Friday, November 1 - Business awards and Mermaid Ball organized by Sylvan Lake Chamber of Commerce.Friday, November 1 to Sunday, November 3 - Christmas in Markerville. Cookie walk featuring lots of choices. Friday 12-6, Saturday and Sunday 10-5. Craft show, multiple venues showcasing local arti-sans and handcrafters.Saturday, November 2 - Julestue (Scandinavian bazaar) and Danish restaurant experience at Spruce View Hall from 10 am to 4 pm. Lunch service begins at 11 am. To book a vendor table or for more info call Joanne at 403-227-4917 or Dickson Store Museum 403-728-3355.Saturday, November 2 - November movie marathon at Sylvan Lake Library from 10 am to 3:30 pm. Showing Beauty and the Beast, Winnie the Pooh, and The Fox and the Hound. Drop-in, free.Sunday, November 3 - Sylvan Lake Royal Canadian Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary breakfast at the Legion. 4916 50 Ave. 9 am to 1 pm. Everyone welcome.Sunday, November 3 - Sylvan Lake Christmas Market from 11 am to 4 pm at the multiplex, 4823 48 St., Sylvan. Upstairs mezzanine level. Elevator available. 20+ vendors. Accepting donations for Sylvan Lake Food Bank and Christmas Bureau.Tuesday, November 5 - Seniors bus going to Rotary concert at Red Deer College arts centre. Limited free tickets. Call Lenore 403-887-5272.
Thursday, November 7 & Friday, November 8 - Hunger Games challenge at the Sylvan Lake Library. Do you have the skills to survive in the wild? Come and find out. Events 11-12 and 2-3. Free, registra-tion required.Thursday, November 7 - Spirit of Sylvan Yuletide Festival committee meeting. All interested in volun-teering are invited to attend the Legion at 7 pm.Friday, November 8 and Saturday, November 9 - Sylvan Lake Curling Club hosts the U18 open cash spiel. Register soon as the spiel requires a minimum of 12 teams.Sunday, November 10 - Sylvan Lake Seniors’ Bus to Benalto turkey supper. Pickup starting 3 pm. Phone Lydia 403-864-2230.
Support ProgramsSylvan Lake Al-Anon (for families and friends of alcoholics) 8 pm Sundays, Presbyterian Church (north door), Kathy 403-887-4470 or Robyn 403-887-2961. Sylvan Lake AA meetings. Tuesdays 7:30 pm Lions Hall; Sundays 8 pm Presbyterian Church (north door). For more information call male 403-887-4470, 403-588-5491 or female 403-887-4297. Narcotics Anonymous meetings Thursday nights at 7:30 pm at Sylvan Lake Bethany Care, 4700 47th Ave. Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? Overweight? Underweight? Obsessed with weight or dieting? You are not alone. No dues, no fees, no weigh-ins. Everyone is welcome. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a 12 step recovery pro-gram. For info call Joan at 403-396-9371.
Weekly eventsMondays - At Sylvan Lake Seniors’ Centre - Wii (9:30-11:30), walking group (10:30-11:30).Mondays - Practices for Sylvan Lake Sacred Massed Choir, 7-9 p.m. at École H. J. Cody High School, directed by Kerry Heisler. Love to sing? More info: Dolce Moir at 403-887-4037.Mondays - Toastmasters Sylvan’s Slick Speakers will remain active during the summer. Meeting at Sylvan Lake Alliance Church, 4404 47 Ave. from 7-8:15 pm. Our club is open to everyone wishing to improve their communication and leadership skills. For info call Ian Oostindie 403-887-0968.Wednesdays - Sylvan Lake Community Food Bank issues hampers from 9:30 am to 12 noon. Located in basement of Seventh-day Adventist Church, 4607 47th Ave., Sylvan Lake. Contact 403-887-4534 in you are in need of assistance.Thursdays - Sylvan Lake Seniors Bus to Red Deer. Pick-up starts at 9:15 am. Returning to Sylvan 1:30 pm. Call Call 587-876-4977. Thursdays - At Sylvan Lake Seniors’ Centre - Alberta seniors benefit program assistance for seniors 9-4.Thursdays - Community Bingo at Sylvan Lake Seniors’ Centre. Precall 6:30, bingo starts at 7 pm.Fridays - Fit and fun exercise classes for mature adults. 10:30-11:30 am at Sylvan Lake Seniors Centre 4908 50 Ave. Bring a mat.Fridays - Story time for four and five year olds at Sylvan Lake Municipal Library from 1:15 to 2 pm. Registration free but required. For info call 403-887-2130.Fridays - At Sylvan Lake Seniors’ Centre - Drop in mixed bridge from 1-4 pm.Fridays - Teen Time at Sylvan Lake Municipal Library from 3:30-5 pm. Ages 13-18. Drop-in. For info call 403-887-2130.
Groups & ActivitiesC.H.I.P.S. - Children’s Indoor playspace is a non-structured playtime for children 0-5 years old. Riding, climbing and bouncing toys provided and parents and caregivers can socialize. Mondays 9-11:30 am; Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30-11:30 am; Thursdays 12:30-2:30 pm. at the community centre. Contact Wendy-Jo for info 403-887-5975.
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THURSDAY, OCT. 24, 2013 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS 3
BY STEVE DILLSSYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Voters indicated over-whelmingly that they wanted change by electing a new mayor and four new council-lors during Monday’s munici-pal election.
First term councillor Sean McIntyre handily defeated incumbent mayor Susan Samson garnering over 71 per cent of the votes cast.
“I was totally taken back by the decisive-ness of the election results,” he said during an interview Tuesday. “I was totally shocked by the outcome. Completely thankful for everyone’s support. I couldn’t imagine something so decisive, overwhelming.
He received 1,966 votes while Samson got 678 votes and Melesa Starcheski won 99 votes.
“Everything was coming back positive but you never really can tell until the votes are cast and counted,” he said. “I was taking nothing for granted, I was prepared for either result.”
Results were announced at the town’s Municipal
Government Building after 13 of 14 polls had been counted, about 10:30 p.m. Monday night.
The jubilation was evident on McIntyre’s face as he real-ized he’d won. After hugging his tearful wife Leah, he accepted congratulations from Samson and others who had gathered waiting for results.
“Last night I spoke to Susan conveying my respect for her. The truth is she’s done so much
work for this community over the years,” said McIntyre. “Her commitment to things like urgent care, lake health are a benefit to all of us. I believe she needs to be thanked for all of that.”
McIntyre said he’s “abso-lutely happy” with the candi-dates who have been elected. “I’m excited to get down to work with them.”
Susan Samson, MJ Byrtus and Bob Samson politely applauded after results were announced declaring Sean McIntyre elected as mayor of Sylvan Lake at the town’s Municipal Government Building Monday night. In the background, McIntyre’s jubilation was evident on realizing he’d won the campaign.
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VOTEMAYOR ONE ELECTED
Sean McIntyre 1,966
Susan Samson 678
Melesa Starcheski 99
COUNCIL SIX ELECTED
Megan Chernoff 1,817
Graham Parsons 1,432
Jas Payne 1,372
Matt Prete 1,237
Christina Lust 1,229
Dale Plante 1,165
Rick Grimson 1,029
Wendy Sauvageau 964
Charlie Everest 880
Neil Evans 869
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69 years ago ...From the issue of October 18, 1944Sylvan Lake branch Red Cross ben-
efitted to the extent of $100 by the Kinsmen Charity Livestock Sale, held in Red Deer last August.
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On Thursday night parcels were packed for Sylvan Lake personnel
serving with the armed forces over-seas. Each parcel contained: a Christmas cake, towel and face cloth, razor blades, flints, shoe polish, two handkerchiefs, braces, comb, tooth paste, shoe laces, three chocolate bars, nuts, candy, shaving cream, two pack-ets cigarettes, chewing gum, and a pair of hand knitted socks.
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Sylvan Lake I.O.D.E., appeals to residents for more used clothing for Polish relief. The only requirements are that the clothing should be clean and wearable.
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Lieut. Col. F. L. Appleton, formerly of Sylvan Lake, has bee promoted from the rank of Major. He is at pres-ent stationed in Calgary.
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On Monday, October 23, thousands of salesmen all over the province will start a campaign in the interests of the Seventh Victory Loan.
Alberta’s quota is set at $43 million. In this particular district the objective is $68,000.
50 years ago ...From the issue of October 24, 1963At a meeting of Sylvan Lake
Chamber of Commerce held in the hotel Oct. 22 at 8 p.m. the following officers were elected for the ensuing year. President - A. Kinasewich, First Vice President - W. Tennant; Second Vice President - Bob Munson; Third Vice President - J. Shippelt; Past President - G. N. Fisher; Secretary - J. May; Treasurer - Mrs. P. Blakely.
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The Alberta Synod of the Presbyterian Church is meeting this week in St. Andrews Church, Lethbridge.
At the session Tuesday night, Rev. John Yoos of Sylvan Lake, was elected to its highest office, that of Moderator. Rev. Yoos and Mr. Stewart Craven, representative elder, are those attend-ing from here.
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Sylvan Lake Art Class began its activities on Oct. 10. Eight new stu-dents have enrolled. Students now come from Burnt Lake, Benalto, Eckville, Withrow and Rimbey, besides Sylvan Lake. Election of offi-cers took place. New president is Miss Betty Schanff; Secretary-Treasurer - Mrs. Muriel Innes, Supervisor is Mrs. Norma McNamara.
MLA urges support for creation of Seniors’ AdvocateBY KERRY TOWLE, MLA
SPECIAL TO SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
After a great year of meeting with seniors from across the province to discuss issues that matter to them, I am looking forward to getting back to work in the Legislature advocating for seniors. As the Wildrose Official Opposition Seniors Critic, I am proud to be bringing forward a bill this fall that will help protect seniors in their golden years.
Bill 208, the Seniors’ Advocate Act, will create a Seniors’ Advocate as an office of the legislature, which is independent of political interests and can represent the views of seniors. The Seniors’ Advocate will stand up for the rights and interests of all seniors.
Since being appointed Seniors Critic, I have heard loud and clear that seniors face some of the most daunt-ing challenges in Alberta. For instance, Alberta Health Services used to have a “divorce-by-nursing-home” poli-cy that would see married couples in long term care split up for bureaucratic convenience. Not only was it unfair to seniors, it placed a tremendous burden on families, as
loved ones could be sent as far away as 100 km. from where they have lived all their lives.
Thankfully, pres-sure from seniors and
the Official Opposition forced government to revisit the policy and reduce the distance seniors can be sent from their homes. However, the policy should still be scrapped altogether.
A Seniors’ Advocate could help by representing seniors from around the province in the legislature, by highlighting policy problems and demanding timely solutions.
In another instance, the Associate Minister of Seniors and the Minister of Health stood by their previous one-bath-per-week policy. This policy degraded our seniors. With pressure from the Official Opposition and the media, this policy too was revisited.
There has got to be a better way to address seniors concerns in a timely manner rather than having to fight tooth and nail every time a bad policy emerges.
I believe a Seniors’ Advocate will keep Alberta Health Services’ treatment of seniors in check, as well as provide a strong advocate for seniors in long-term care.
The Seniors’ Advocate’s other duties would include assisting in appealing or reviewing a decision relating to long-term care or residential care, representing seniors under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act, or advocating on any other regulated matter. The Seniors’ Advocate could also investigate any systemic issues aris-ing from a serious injury or other problems if warranted.
Last winter I spent two weeks touring Alberta listen-ing to seniors and their concerns. Seniors I met with overwhelmingly supported the idea of creating a Seniors’ Advocate to stand up for their rights and to represent their interests.
With the need for a Seniors’ Advocate so apparent, supporting Bill 208 is clearly not a partisan matter. I ask all Albertans, young and aging, to urge the government to support Bill 208 in the legislature this fall.
The Seniors’ Advocate is a part of building a better Alberta, and I hope to achieve all-party support in creat-ing the office of the Seniors’ Advocate to be a strong voice for seniors.
KERRY TOWLE
MLA
EDITORIAL
Surprised! That’s the most poignant comment we have for the result of Monday night’s election in Sylvan Lake.
We definitely predicted a much closer outcome in the mayoralty race. In fact, we were so out-of-touch that we thought it would be a toss up which candidate was selected winner, based on how many electors were con-vince to vote. Both candidates had plenty to recommend them to the job of guiding our community during the next four years.
However the real surprise was the total lack of interest shown by over 6,500 residents of Sylvan Lake.
Just 2,855 ballots were cast in the election while there were an estimated 9,500 eligible voters, according to town figures. That calculates to a voter turnout of just 30.01 per cent, and is down from 31.2 per cent who marked their ‘X’ to select the last mayor and council.
It’s been said that a close mayoralty race is likely to spur more voters to take the time and make the long journey to the community centre to cast their ballot. We thought the decision presented to our community Monday would have been that spur. Somehow we were wrong.
Ten candidates vying for six councillor positions, all out campaigning, meeting new people and engaging our residents, we felt should have also added to interest in who will guide our future.
The one thing we can draw from the dismal response, though, appears to be that two-thirds of our community is happy with the ways things have gone over the past three years and don’t see a need for much change in the future.
Those who did vote, however, clearly select-ed a young mayoralty candidate, Sean McIntyre, who’s pro-moted change and greater engagement with the public. It seems
he’ll have a long road to climb to achieve his goal of gar-nering reaction from what appears to be an apathetic community.
You know, it’s interesting when we review stories of recently past elections, that in May 2011 voter turnout in Sylvan Lake was 47.3 per cent to return Conservative MP Earl Dreeshen to the House of Commons. A similarly high percentage of people in Sylvan Lake voted during the provincial election in April 2012 when Wildrose can-didate Kerry Towle was elected MLA for Innisfail-Sylvan Lake.
Such a disconnect between the provincial and federal contests and the local election race. Yet, everything we hear is that people are more connected to the local politi-cians because they’re at the grassroots. What will it take to create a race interesting enough to get local residents involved in local decisions?
GrowingIt was gratifying to note as results trickled in from
Monday night’s election that there was lots of interest from the Sylvan Lake News Facebook followers.
Our ‘like’ number climbed over 900 with 52 new people ‘liking’ our page in the 24 hour period after the time we began posting up-to-the-minute results.
What will it take to get residents interested?On our first listing of Sylvan Lake election results,
4,594 people saw the post which “officially” proclaimed McIntyre the town’s new mayor. The post with the final vote was seen by 1,741 people. All those were informed of the bare details before our paper was printed. But for more detailed information we’re sure they’ll be reading the paper and checking us out online at www.sylvanlak-enews.com. If you haven’t ‘liked’ us yet, check out Sylvan Lake News on Facebook. After all we spend considerable effort maintaining our reputation as the trusted ‘news’ source for Sylvan Lake.
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THURSDAY, OCT. 24, 2013 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS 5
Citizenship, academic excellence recognized at Cody awards nightBY STEVE DILLS
SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
The Stevenson Fine Arts Centre was filled to capacity over 200 people gathered to applaud and congratulate deserving H. J. Cody students who were recognized for academic excellence and community involvement during the annual awards night last Friday.
“It definitely takes a community to raise a child and this community has been very generous with its support through sponsor-ship of awards,” said emcee Vice Principal Darcy Marshall. “Without that support, many of the efforts of the students would not be able to be recognized.”
He noted later in the program that between $60,000 and $70,000 was given to students to further their education, $43,700 of that through the provincial government’s Rutherford Scholarships.
“Awards night is a special event for a number of reasons,” said Marshall. “The students who will be receiving awards tonight have shown that they understand the four pillars of our school — knowledg-able, communication, professional and car-ing. Their knowledge is evident. They have the ability to communicate their knowledge. The professional way that they conducted themselves with the emphasis on education. They care — therefore they succeed.”
Following and the awards and recipients in a variety of categories.
Art and Soul AwardsFor top overall mark in art and funded
through proceeds of the Art & Soul event. These students have shown artistic talent, dedication, and appreciation for visual arts. Art 9 - Georgia Dosser; Art 10 - Breanna Tait; Art 20 - (tied) Breanna Allen and Isabella Larsen; Art 30 - Bailey Miller.
CTS AwardsRecognize students who have excelled in
communication, home economics, outdoor education and industrial arts. Strategic Communication Technology Award to top student in one of the following areas: ani-mation, video, programming, web design, photography and/or graphic design - Wyatt Downie. Sobey’s CTS Foods Award to top student in food studies classes in senior high - Brooklyn Soley. Rona Building Supplies Top Grade 9 Woodworker Award for top mark in Grade 9 shop/woodworking - Emma Kooiman. Boston Pizza Metal Work Award for top high school student in area of metal work - Gabriel Galang. Falcon Homes Top Grade 10-12 Woodworker Award to student in high school with top mark in shop/woodworking - Tristan Hagan. Meadowlands Outdoor Education Award - Austin Moore.
Drama AwardsRecognize students for top overall mark
in drama and are funded through proceeds of Art & Soul. These students have shown talent, dedication and appreciation for dra-matic arts. Many have been in past produc-tions or will be in this year’s production “Village of Idiots” which takes place Dec. 3-7. Drama 9 - Amber Carson; Drama 10 - Whitney Lehman; Drama 20 - TJ Sloboda; Drama 30 - Shaye Lyons.
Fitness and Health AwardsTop Grade 9 physical education student, sponsored by Meadowland Golf Club - Kassidy Mason; Top high school physical
education student, sponsored by Sylvan Lake Golf & Country Club - Morgan Drews.
Language AwardsFrench Immersion award, sponsored by
the school - Kiana McCluskey; Spanish award, sponsored by Dairy Queen - Madison McDonald.
Music AwardsBoudeaux Music Award for most improved in Grade 9 music, sponsored by Margaret Boudeaux in memory of her husband Ray - Keenan Degenhardt.
Top band and choral awards are funded by Art & Soul: Band 9 - Ceanna Muller; Band 10 - Brianne Hughes; Band 20 - TJ Sloboda.
212 Degree Spirit Memorial Award for outstanding contribution to the H. J. Cody Band through love and appreciation of music, effort and reliability, courtesy and respect towards others and willingness to go the extra mile, sponsored by Art & Soul - Shaye Lyons.
Warkentin Choral Award in recognition of outstanding contribution to H. J. Cody Choir through leadership and personal commitment to excellence in vocal perfor-mance, sponsored by Art & Soul - (tied) Bennett Hreherchuk and Sheldon Walker.
Academic Awards - Grade 9K & E Commitment to Excellence Award to the student who shows strong work ethic, attitude, and co-operation, sponsored by Town of Sylvan Lake - Hunter Everaers.
The following are presented for achiev-ing highest marks in the subject. Language Arts 9, sponsored by H. J. Cody fund (three winners) - Brady Elsbett, Hailie Ludington, Meg Warrener; Gary Mawer Memorial Award - Math 9, sponsored by H. J. Cody fund (three winners) - Jessica Beckwith, Amber Carson, Derian Halsey; Hugh Jesmer Memorial Award - Science 9, spon-sored by Sylvan Lake Lions Club (three win-ners) - Amber Carson, Bobbi Cerin and Emma Laqua; Social Studies 9, sponsored by Town of Sylvan Lake - Emma Laqua.
Academic Awards - Grade 10English 10-1, sponsored by Bower Dental Center - Breanna Tait; English 10-2, spon-sored by Bower Dental Center - Marina Workman; Math 10-C, sponsored by H. J. Cody fund (three winners) - Breanna Tait, Madison McDonald, Gabriel Galang; Math 10-3, sponsored by Canadian Tire - Dylan Bachman; Science 10, sponsored by Fugler Clinic - Nicole Hartley; Science 14, spon-sored by Canadian Tire - Dylan Verbeek; Social 10-1, sponsored by Streetwise Driving School (two winners) - Liam Carson, Whitney Lehman; Social 10-2, sponsored by H. J. Cody fund - Kolby Gress.
Academic Awards - Grade 11Biology 20, sponsored by H. J. Cody fund - Joy Fugler; Chemistry 20, sponsored by Prairie Bus Lines - Keelan Ellerby; English 20-1, sponsored by Dr. Inglis - Michelle Bentley; English 20-2, sponsored by Dr. Inglis - Jamai Bell; Math 20-1, sponsored by H. J. Cody fund - Randi Derbyshire; Math 20-2, sponsored by Value Drug Mart - Raina Stewart; Math 20-3, sponsored by Value Drug Mart - Sean Fitzgerald; Physics 20, sponsored by H. J. Cody fund - Paul Kim; Science 20, sponsored by Scott’s No Frills - Deon Ternovoy; Science 24, sponsored by
Value Drug Mart - Sean Fitzgerald; Social 20-1, sponsored by Rowanoak Law Office - Paul Kim; Social 20-2, sponsored by Value Drug Mart - Kennedy Chittenden.
Academic Awards - Grade 12Biology 30, sponsored by Scott’s No Frills - Bennett Hreherchuk; Chemistry 30, spon-sored by Staudinger Memorial Fund - Alex Donaghy; Physics 30, sponsored by Rowanoak Law Office - Alex Donaghy; Peter Ridgeway Memorial Award, English 30-1 - Bennett Hreherchuk; Diane Hutchison Memorial Award, English 30-2 - Shane Lehman; Math 30-1, sponsored by Dr. Inglis - Gabrielle Hamilton; Math 30-2, sponsored by HSE Integrated - Terry Wendland; Math 30-3, sponsored by HSE Integrated - Hailey Beauchamp; Social 30-1, sponsored by Town of Sylvan Lake - Natasha Bhola; Social 30-2, sponsored by Town of Sylvan Lake - Kolson Moore.
The Best Body Fitness awards, presented to the top male and female Grade 11 students who best combine academics and athletics were won by Cam Lee (left) and Phoenix Schultz (right) and presented by teacher Lindsay Vandermeer (centre).
H. J. Cody Principal Dave Elwood (back) presented awards to students achieving the top mark in their grade — Alex Donaghy (Grade 12), Amber Carson (Grade 9) and Breanna Tait (Grade 10). Absent was Paul Kim (Grade 11).
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Alex Donaghy won the Governor General’s Academic Medal for highest academic standing in Grade 12.
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Moore elected to Red Deer County council; Lorenz re-electedBY STUART FULLARTON
SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Having been elected to represent Division 6 in Red Deer County, Christine Moore couldn’t be any happier about being a part of a council she’s long admired.
She feels her hard work campaigning over the past several weeks has paid off, after she was elected Monday night with 247 votes over Joe-Anne Matejka’s 88.
“I’m really, really happy and hon-oured,” she said. “When it’s your first time, you’re never sure. You just never know.”
Moore feels she’s been able to connect with residents of the division through her time campaigning, and wants to continue to do so now that she’s been elected.
“I really believe in working with peo-ple and listening,” she said. “We’ve got to engage people more — that’s what I’ve heard on the campaign trail, and my plan is to engage this division.”
Increased engagement doesn’t require an election, she feels.
“There’s so much that we can do because of the technology that we have, so I look forward to that, and I look for-ward to hearing what people want and what their vision is.”
Another aspect of being on council she’s excited about is working with Mayor Jim Wood, with whom she’s acquainted through her role as a member of Red Deer College’s board of governors.
“I think he’s a great champion for the county, and very well respected,” she said.
Moore will also be working alongside Richard Lorenz, who was re-elected in Division 5 with 390 votes. He defeated challengers Rod English and Jim Lougheed, who had 277 and 285 votes, respectively.
“It’s just a really nice report card,” said Lorenz. “I’ve worked hard in the last three years to represent the people out here, and I’ve got a good response, so I’m very happy with how it turned out.”
With the election now over, he is intent on getting straight back to work.
“There’s no break here. Things need doing, and issues need to be addressed,
so we’ll just keep moving forward,” he said.
Maintaining and improving roads throughout the county is one such issue, he added.
“We have more and more traffic on these roads, and it’s just a constant thing to keep up a grid system that we can move traffic through for people to get to work and do their business, and still not affect the farming community.”
Ties in ballot counts resulted in ran-dom draws being held in Divisions 3 and 4. In Division 3, Don Church was elected after winning the draw against Penny Archibald. Both candidates received 288 votes.
In Division 4, Connie Huelsman was elected after winning the draw against David Hoar. The two were tied after each receiving 328 votes.
Recounts held Tuesday confirmed the initial counts where the candidates were tied in both Divisions 3 and 4.
The county’s organizational meeting takes place Tuesday.
Supported - Sharon Graham, chairperson of the Poppy Fund at Royal Canadian Legion, Br. No. 212 Sylvan Lake, presented a $900 cheque to 7 Penhold Royal Canadian Air Cadet Corp, accepted by Capt. Stefn Dodman, at the Legion’s gener-al meeting last Tuesday.
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Megan Chernoff topped the poll for councillors with 1,817 votes. Graham Parsons placed second with 1,432, Jas Payne was third with 1,372, Matt Prete was fourth with 1,237, Christina Lust was fifth with 1,229 and Dale Plante was sixth with 1,165 votes. Unsuccessful candidates were incumbent Rick Grimson with 1,029 votes, Wendy Sauvageau (964), Charlie Everest (880) and Neil Evans (869).
Marilee Littman, executive assistant to mayor and council, reported 2,855 ballots were cast. With 9,500 eligible voters that was a turnout of 30.07 per cent down from 31.2 per cent of voters who cast ballots (2,355) in the 2010 election.
“I was certainly looking for-ward to a marked increase in voter turnout,” said McIntyre. “At the end of the day it’s each resident’s decision whether they want to participate in democracy or not. My job is to
represent everyone of them whether they voted or not.”
McIntyre is raring to get going. He planned to be in the office Wednesday to meet with Betty Osmond, the town’s chief administrative officer and pre-pare for the organization meet-ing and swearing in of council on Monday, Oct. 28.
“First on my list is to start a relationship with the new council. I’m hoping to work with them to bring out the best in us for the good of the com-munity,” he said. “Make sure we’re functioning in our strengths. It’s a diverse team.”
Communications is one of the items McIntyre featured in his campaign. “Comm-unications change starts immediately with council, internal implementation of a communications strategy,” he said.
“I predict the public will notice change right away with external communications. As mayor, communications com-ing from the municipal gov-
ernment comes through my position. It’s something I know I can affect directly and I’m excited I can start on that right away.”
Urgent care is another pri-ority for our local government. “I’ll be meeting with the com-mittee and doing everything I can to throw my weight behind that effort. It’s something we need immediately.”
McIntyre resigned from his job as an insurance broker at Sylvan Agencies in September after deciding to seek the may-or’s position. “I had a huge amount of support from the owners to pursue the mayor’s office,” he said.
“Now it’s down to work. That’s what I’m really excited about, to work for the people, it’s an honour.”
He plans to “devote a huge amount of time” to the posi-tion. “I think Sylvan Lake deserves it. You’ve got a lot of work to do, not only in change, but in day-to-day operations. The mayor needs to be atten-
tive and in tune with every-thing that’s happening.”
Commenting on his cam-paign, McIntyre thanked his wife Leah, “who’s been with me every step of the way and so supportive. I couldn’t ask for anything more.”
Likewise his parents and brother “have been amazing”. And “other candidates for council have been supportive and encouraging. It’s going to be exciting to work with them.” His brother Edward “worked tirelessly on his campaign material and website”. McIntyre also thanked Dan Weik for helped with his campaign.
In a message to residents on Facebook, Samson congratu-lated McIntyre and new coun-cil members.
“Thank you to the residents for the privilege of allowing me to be part of the governance of this community.
“We have accomplished so much and have so much to be
proud of. 100 years strong!”
She added, “as a com-munity supporter for the past 33 years, I will con-tinue volunteering in the areas that are meaningful to all of us.”
For most of these awards, particularly at the Grade 12 level, students must fill out an application giving details and evidence of what they have done to be deserving of the awards. Some also require character refer-ences and letters.
“We feel this process gives the students a chance to realize how important volunteering and citizenship is and how good it feels to look back at their accomplishments and know they have made H. J. Cody School and Sylvan Lake a better place,” said emcee Vice Principal Darcy Marshall.
Sylvan Lake Arts Society Award for top art student attending post-secondary school who is conscientious and community service ori-ented - Chantel Head.
Nabors Production Services Construction Safety Award to student who exhibits excel-lence in construction safety - Evan Veal.
Merit Contractors Association Award to student who shows excellence in construction related courses - Graham Swanson.
Kathleen Ostrom Memorial Award to female student who is community minded with strong academics and work ethic - Roshell Organ.
Anne Rowberry Memorial Award, in hon-our of a long time physical education teacher and coach at H. J. Cody, recognizes a female
student who has demonstrated an outstand-ing commitment to Lakers women’s basket-ball - Alex Donaghy.
Jake Jacobs Memorial Athletic Scholarship in honour of a former teacher and vice princi-pal at H. J. Cody, to a school athlete who is attending post-secondary - Morgan Drews.
Best Body Fitness Awards, to top male and female Grade 11 students who best combine academics and athletics, sponsored by Best Body Fitness - Cam Lee and Phoenix Schultz.
Jostens School Spirit Award, to the Grade 11 student who best demonstrates school spirit, supports academics, fine arts and ath-letics. They are a true ‘Laker’ and proud of it - TJ Sloboda.
Rouillard Law Tribute Award, to a Grade 12-2 student or trades student who is well rounded, volunteers in the community and has strong academics - Joey O’Donnell.
Steffie Woima Scholarship, to a student who exhibited high achievement, school citi-zenship and is attending post secondary - Thomas Bystrom.
Town of Sylvan Lake Citizenship Awards, to a male and female Grade 12 student who has shown strong community involvement and are attending post-secondary institution - Chantel Head and Brent McLean.
M. J. Maxson Award, to a student living in Red Deer County who is registered in a uni-versity program and not eligible for the Rutherford Award at the Grade 12 level, in honour of long time county resident Magnus Johann Maxson - Brooklyn Soley.
Lions Legacy Scholarship, to a deserving
student who best illustrates the combination of good marks, school participation, need and community involvement - Shaye Lyons.
Sylvan Lake Heritage Handcraft Society Citizenship Award, to a student who shows exemplary citizenship as well as commitment to school and community - Shaye Lyons.
Chase Cornford Memorial Award, in hon-our of a former Grade 10 student who passed away with cancer. This award goes to the stu-dent who best demonstrates academics, ath-letics, citizenship and leadership, the charac-teristics of strength and determination in Chase’s honour - Tyler Ledwos.
Rotary Humanitarian Awards, to Grade 11 and 12 students who show community involvement and school citizenship - Jacqueline Starcheski and Kirstynn Joseph.
Rotary Club Scholarships, two $1,000 awards to students who best meet the Rotary 4-Way Test (Is it the truth, is it fair to all con-cerned, will it build goodwill and better friendship, and will it be beneficial to all con-cerned), to students enrolled in a post-sec-ondary institution - Gabrielle Hamilton and Morgan Drews.
Red Deer College (RDC) Regional High School Access Award, given out at each Central Alberta high school to a student attending RDC who applies for the scholar-ship. Alex Donaghy was selected from several applicants.
Dr. Martin Long Award, to a student who has honour marks and has demonstrated strong community involvement and citizen-ship - Alex Donaghy.
Top Achievers AwardsTop marks overall Grade 9 - Amber
Carson; Senior high academic achievers awards, top marks based on Rutherford crite-ria; Grade 10 - Breanna Tait; Grade 11, spon-sored by Timelapse Productions - Paul Kim; Grade 12 - Alex Donaghy.
Rutherford Scholarships - Chais Avery, Logan Bittner, Thomas Bystrom, Alex Donaghy, Morgan Drews, Gabrielle Hamilton, Chantel Head, Brooke Kentz, Jordan Kril, Tyler Ledwos, Shaye Lyons, Mackenzie Machulski, Cassandra Main, Tyson Maton, Brent McLean, Erin Miller, Kolson Moore, Riley Prediger, Bryanne Smith, Taylor Solberg and Devon Upton. The 21 recipients were presented with a total of $43,700.
The scholarships are presented by the province to students who achieve an average of 75 per cent or better in five eligible courses in Grade 10, 11 and 12. Students receive $400 for 80 per cent or better in Grade 10, $800 for Grade 11 standing and $1,300 for Grade 12 standing. They receive $300, $500 and $700 for averages between 75-79.9 per cent in Grades 10, 11 and 12 respectively. The awards are presented when their attendance at a post secondary school is confirmed so those who delay their education receive the scholarship when they resume.
Governor General Medal for highest aca-demic standing - Alex Donaghy. “This award does not have a dollar value strictly associated with it, but it shines the brightest,” said Marshall.
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8 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS THURSDAY, OCT. 24, 2013
Sylvan Lake Minor Hockey Association
Weekly Game Results!For the weekend of October 18 - 20, 2013For the weekend of October 18 - 20, 2013
MELCOR LAKERS WOULD LIKE TO ACKNOWLEDGE AND THANK MELCOR FOR THEIR SPONSORSHIP
YOUNG GUNS DYNAMITE LAKERSLakers 7 vs. Lacombe 11Lakers 7 vs. Blackfalds 8
of the Week – Loden Komarniski
DAIRY QUEEN DYNAMITE LAKERSLakers 8 vs. Blackfalds 6
of the Week – Adam Clavier
WATTS PROJECTS DYNAMITE LAKERSLakers 7 vs. Lacombe 6
of the Week – #10 Fin Vermette
DYNAMITE 4 DYNAMITE LAKERSLakers 11 vs. Ponoka 2Lakers 8 vs. Rimbey 11
of the Week – #5 Lucas Brinston
CASTAWAY SPORTS NOVICE LAKERSLakers 4 vs. Red Deer 11
of the Week – Castaway Sports
TERRY’S LEASE MAINTENANCE LAKERSLakers 8 vs. Blackfalds 2 Lakers 10 vs. All About Bouncing 3
of the Week – Rene Simon
ALL ABOUT BOUNCING NOVICE LAKERSLakers 9 vs. Ponoka 8Lakers 3 vs. Terry’s Lease Maintenance Lakers 10
of the Week – Drake Olineck
DIVERSIFIED PRODUCTS NOVICE LAKERSLakers 4 vs. Rimbey 8Lakers 3 vs. Blackfalds 4
of the Week – #1 Hudson Little
SYLVAN LAKE AGENCIES ATOM LAKERSLakers 4 vs. Leduc 8Player of the week #9 Jayden Henderson
SERVUS CREDIT UNION ATOM LAKERSLakers 25 vs. Hobbema 0Lakers 13 vs. Delburne 5
of the Week – Michael Arthur and Easton Robert
STRATEGIS GROUP ATOM LAKERSLakers 1 vs. Rocky 7Lakers 4 vs. Blackfalds 1
of the Week – Hailey Selent
CO-OPERATORS INSURANCE ATOM LAKERSLakers 6 vs. Rimbey 11
of the Week – Zoe Dickens
TRILLIANT PEEWEE LAKERSLakers 13 vs. Lacombe 2Lakers 5 vs. Wheatland 2
of the Week – Deegan Mofford
SCOTIA BANK PEEWEE LAKERSLakers 2 vs. Forestburg 6Player of the week #18 Ethan Lambert
COMFORT INN PEEWEE LAKERSLakers 3 vs. West Country 9
of the Week – Reid Depalme
ETR PEEWEE LAKERSLakers 9 vs. Rocky 3Lakers 6 vs. Ponoka 12
of the Week – Brody Edwards
SYLVAN CONCRETE BANTAM LAKERSLakers 6 vs. Red Deer 4
of the Week – #16 Austin Gallant (Ozzy)
RED CORE BANTAM LAKERS went to a tier 1 tournament in Canal Flats
of the Week – Adam Sylvester
SYLVAN TRUCK RANCH BANTAM LAKERSLakers 2 vs. Eckville 9Lakers 1 vs. Stettler 4
of the Week – Seth Evjen
BARNZEE MIDGET LAKERSLakers 2 vs. Airdrie 1
Lakers 3 vs. Edge School 4of the Week – #7 Dayne Garnick
HOCKEY CENTRAL MIDGET LAKERSLakers 4 vs. Sundre 2
of the Week – Hockey Central
NORDIC SYSTEMS MIDGET LAKERSLakers 3 vs. Ponoka 6
of the Week – Tyler Pidhernery
MIDGET 2 LAKERSLakers 3 vs. Eckville 4Midget 2 Lakers 6 vs. Ponoka 11
BOSTON PIZZA FEMALE LAKERSLakers 10 vs. Maskwacis 4
of the Week – Kadey Rosie
BIG BEAR ENERGY FEMALE LAKERS Lakers 1 vs. Warburg 8Lakers 3 vs. Tofi eld 2
of the Week – Riley Scott
Sylvan Lake Minor Hockey Association
Weekly Game Results!For the weekend of October 11 - 13, 2013For the weekend of October 11 - 13, 2013
YOUNG GUNS DYNAMITE LAKERS: No games
WATTS PROJECT LAKERS:Lakers 11 vs Young Guns Lakers 4Lakers 7 vs Young Guns Lakers 8
of the Week – Kaelin Nicks
DAIRY QUEEN DYNAMITE LAKERS:No games
DYNAMITE 4 DYNAMITE LAKERSLakers 8 vs 8
of the Week – #2 Bryce Gauthier
CASTAWAY SPORTS NOVICE LAKERS: No games
TERRY’S LEASE MAINTENANCE NOVICE
LAKERS:No games
ALL ABOUT BOUNCING NOVICE LAKERSLakers 6 vs Outlaws 13
of the Week – Hayden CairneyDIVERSIFIED PRODUCTS NOVICE LAKERSNo games
SYLVAN LAKE AGENCIES ATOM LAKERSGame 1 Lakers 6 vs Red Deer 5Game 2 Lakers 15 vs Rocky Mountain House 1
of the Week – #4 Connor Claughton
SERVUS CREDIT UNION ATOM LAKERSNo games
STRATEGIS GROUP ATOM LAKERSNo games
CO-OPERATORS INSURANCE ATOM LAKERSLakers 6 vs Caroline Colts 4
of the Week – Ella Gulayets
TRILLIANT PEEWEE LAKERSNo games
SCOTIA BANK PEEWEE LAKERSLakers 13 vs Ponoka 2
of the Week – Renn Bryk
COMFORT INN PEEWEE LAKERSNo games
ETR PEEWEE LAKERSNo games
SYLVAN CONCRETE BANTAM LAKERSGame 1Lakers 4 vs Airdrie 2Game 2 Lakers 3 vs Red Deer 1
of the Week – Lane Brann
RED CORE ENTERPRISES BANTAM LAKERSNo games
SYLVAN TRUCK RANCH BANTAM LAKERS No Games
BARNZEE MIDGET LAKERSNo games
HOCKEY CENTRAL MIDGET LAKERSLakers 4 vs Viking 2
NORDIC SYSTEMS MIDGET LAKERSMidget 2 Lakers 8 vs Stettler 2
of the Week – Tyler Pratt
BOSTON PIZZA FEMALE LAKERSLakers 6 vs Leduc 2
BIG BEAR ENERGY FEMALE LAKERSNo games
Two councillors returned in Lacombe County electionsBY STEVE DILLS
SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
While ratepayers in the west end of Lacombe County didn’t have to visit polls in Monday’s municipal election, two council-lors were returned in the eastern end of the county.
Rod McDermand was re-elected for his
fifth term in Division 1, defeating Ossie Eggenschwiler 197-116.
In Division 2, Brenda Knight won a sec-ond term with 328 votes, defeating Tony Jeglum (210 votes) and Stephen Holt (38 votes).
Barb Shepherd was elected to her first term as councillor for Division 3 after receiv-ing 234 votes. David Powell won 157 votes in
the division which was formerly held by Cliff Soper who chose not to run again.
The other four councillors were acclaimed after they were the only candidates to file nomination papers for their divisions.
Dana Kreil (Division 7), Keith Stephenson (Division 6), Ken Wigmore (Division 5) and Paula Law (Division 4) didn’t have to cam-paign.
Kreil will be entering her second term,
Stephenson his third term, Wigmore his fourth term and Law her second term. Stephenson was the only councillor acclaimed in 2010.
Lacombe County’s reeve is selected by the winning councillors at an organizational meeting following the election. Ken Wigmore has held that position during the past term.
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Dreeshen promoting partnerships with China,
Mongolia during state visitBY STEVE DILLS
SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Red Deer MP Earl Dreeshen is part of a group of parliamentari-ans and prominent Canadian Chinese business leaders taking part in state visits to China and Mongolia this week.
Governor General David Johnston and his wife, Sharon, are leading the visits, at the request of Prime Minister Stephen Harper.
“Our mission will further develop the numerous partner-ships that Canada has developed with both countries, particularly in strategies promoting com-merce, innovation, prosperity and education,” said Dreeshen.
While in Shanghai, the delega-tion will speak with Canadian university students studying in China and witness the signing of an agreement between the University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine and the Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine on the estab-lishment of a strategic partnership in medical education and training.
At Nanjing University, the group will partici-pate in a discussion with prominent Chinese and Canadian panelists. And in Chengdu, the delega-tion will meet with Sichuan University offi-cials, which will be fol-lowed by a panel discus-sion focusing on educa-tion and new technolo-gies.
“As a former educator and a member of the Post-Secondary Edu-cation Caucus, I am looking forward to our discussions with Chinese university officials and Canadian students who are studying in China,”
said Dreeshen. “We will be visit-ing three universities in three dif-ferent regions, which should pro-vide us with a broad understand-ing of higher education in China.”
The delegation will attend the Canada Chinese Business Council’s 35th annual general meeting and policy conference in Beijing, which brings together business leaders from across Canada and China, and focuses on progress made in the bilateral economic relationship.
“Last year, China became Canada’s second largest export market after the U.S., so it is important that we foster our bilat-eral trade relationship so that Canadian exporters can thrive in the Chinese market,” said Dreeshen. “We will continue to promote not just Canadian eco-nomic interests but also our val-
ues, including the promotion of human rights,” he added.
Dreeshen indicated he’s also looking forward to attending the State Great Khural (Mongolian Parliament) to meet with women parliamentarians who are taking on a stronger leadership role in their country.
The delegation will promote Canada’s investment interests at both a business networking breakfast with Canadian business leaders and during an education roundtable with Canadian insti-tutions and Mongolian stakehold-ers, ahead of the first-ever Canadian Education Fair in Mongolia.
Dreeshen was in the People’s Republic of China from Oct. 16-24 and then went to Mongolia today (Thursday) before return-ing to Canada Saturday.
Swainson returned as Chinook’s Edge trusteeBY STEVE DILLS
SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Jackie Swainson was returned to her position as trustee for Chinook’s Edge School Division dur-ing Monday night’s elec-tion, following a three year absence.
She chose not to run in the 2010 election but opted to let her name stand again this year.
Swainson received 680 votes while incumbent trustee Joe-Anne Matejka received 465 votes in Ward 1 which includes the Sylvan Lake-Benalto area.
When announcing her candidacy, Swainson said she’s “really, really con-cerned about the lack of profile we have in Sylvan Lake for our schools. We should be leaders, we should be out there more.”
Another reason for getting involved again is that she had two grandchildren enter the school system this fall, one in pre-Kindergarten and another in Kindergarten. “I’m back to having a
vested interest in schools.”Before stepping down in 2010,
Swainson spent 12 years on the school board, six of those as vice chairman. She was chair of the negotiating committee for 10 years and served for six years on the Alberta School Boards Association representing this area, the last three as a director.
In other Chinook’s Edge elections, Holly Bilton won Ward 4 (Innisfail) with 641 votes over Derek Baird (564) and Linnea
Thompson (145). Connie Huelsman retained her seat
in Ward 5 (Bowden-Spruce View) with 573 votes over Linda Possakka who received 360 votes.
Sherry Cooper (Ward 2 - Penhold/River Glen/Poplar Ridge), Colleen Butler (Ward 3 - Delburne/Elnora), Ron Fisher (Ward 6 - Sundre), Trudy James (Ward 7 (Olds/Reed Ranch), Gordon Kerr (Ward 8 - Didsbury) and Sheldon Ball (Ward 9 - Carstairs/Cremona) were all acclaimed.
Trustees will be sworn in and choose a new board chair at a meeting Oct. 30.
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10 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS THURSDAY, OCT. 24, 2013
Mother Teresa students flew paper airplanes in science record attemptBY STUART FULLARTON
SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Learning about the effects of gravity and atmosphere on earth, Mars and the moon was the objective of a record attempt for the world’s largest science lesson participated in by thousands of Canadian students Friday.
Partaking locally was the entire 420 student body of École Mother Teresa Catholic School.
Grade 4 teacher Stephanie Cardinal organized the event. When she got an email notifying her of the event, it only seemed appropriate to get her school involved.
She forwarded information to other teachers and school staff, who not only supported the idea of taking part in the lesson, but also offered their help in putting it on.
“That’s why I love our staff so much,” she said. “They’re always on board for any adventure and any challenge. We just get in there.”
During the lesson, students flew paper airplanes modi-fied to exhibit the differences between flight on earth, Mars and the moon.
She admitted that attempting the record required much work to be done in a small window of time. With the way
things turned out, however, she’s confident it was well worth the time and effort.
Everyone at the school was involved somehow: from science teachers, who demonstrated how to make paper airplanes, to the school’s ‘geek squad’, whose members dealt with technical matters.
“It was just all hands on deck, and that’s just how we are,” said Cardinal. “People just roll with it.”
“To have that number come out, that was perfect,” she said. “We wanted to be over 400, so to have the whole school participate was a huge thing.”
About 100 other schools across Canada took part in the one-hour lesson, which began at the same time nationwide, in an attempt to make it into the Guinness World Records book.
Cardinal said the event allowed the chance for the school’s elementary and middle school classes to collabo-rate, while at the same time learn and have fun.
Building community between all of the school’s grades is important, she added.
Students and parent volunteers also played important roles in documenting and monitoring the event to Guinness’s strict standards — in place to ensure every attempt at a world record is valid.
Also present was Tim Woods of Mustang Helicopters in Blackfalds, who told students of his experiences flying in the military. He also explained the importance gravity plays in his role as a helicopter pilot.
“I wouldn’t be able to do all of this if I didn’t understand gravity,” he said.
Other guests included Sylvan Lake Mayor Susan Samson, Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools associate superinten-dent, Dr. Paul Stewart, and trustee Liam McNiff.
While giving students the chance to be part of a world record and teaching them about science at the same time, the lesson also fit in with the 21st century learning concept, according to Cardinal.
“Learners of today are different,” she said. “They’re changing so fast, because the world is changing so fast.”
At press time, Cardinal was preparing paperwork for Guinness, to verify the school’s participation in the world record attempt. Reviewing video and photos of the event is required, and she hopes to have all documentation com-pleted by the end of this week.
According to the Government of Canada’s science and technology website, evidence from all participating schools will be collected over the next several weeks, with results posted online at science.gc.ca.
École Mother Teresa School students Peyton Chu, Jake Serhan, Kalli Matthew, Logan O’Grady and Kathryn Craig prepared to throw their paper air-planes as they participated in what may be the world’s largest ever science lesson at the school last Friday. Participation numbers from the lesson, which saw students from all over Canada involved, are still being calculated, and are expected to be announced within a few weeks.
STUART FULLARTON
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SPECIAL EVENTS AND PROGRAMMING COORDINATOR This position is primarily responsible for developing, marketing, implementing and evaluating special events and quality sport, recreation and cultural programs for implementation in the community. They will also be a liaison between the Town and community ensuring that the promotion of these activities is provided and will provide training and leadership in volunteer activities related to Special Events. Responsibilities: . Administer, organize, market and evaluate Town-based special events (cultural, sporting and special). . In a timely fashion, conduct post mortems on all events and programs to ensure a high level of effectiveness and customer satisfaction. Identify areas where new programs are needed. . Ensure that programs and special events are adjusted as required and remain “fresh and exciting” to the community. . Working with other departments, assess the programming requirements of the community . Communicate with community members, associations, etc to determine needs and interest, and then work to deliver the programs. . Recruit volunteers and build strong working relationships to aid in the special events/programs. . Research sport and cultural programs, funding sources, and project requirements. Complete and submit grant applications where applicable. . Provide reports/summaries, applications on all special events and community initiatives. . Administer short/long term planning for the community as it relates to programming and special events. . Administer, promote, and oversee the Recreation, Arts and Culture Grant program
Qualifi cations: . At least two years of Events Coordination and Planning, or related experience. . Diploma in Recreation, or Community Services, or related fi eld. . Excellent written and verbal communication skills . Profi cient working with Microsoft Word and Adobe In-Design . Comfortable and profi cient with public relations and public speaking. . Strong time management skills . High level of positive enthusiasm and energy. . Highly creative to ensure freshness of programs . Work odd or long hours as events / programs dictate . Lift, carry, and manage equipment and supplies . Standard First Aid / CPR
This is an amazing opportunity to work in a professional, team focused environment. You have a strong desire to be major contributor to the success of a vibrant and growing organization. If you are up to the challenge of taking ownership and wanting to make a difference, this is an ideal situation. We offer competitive rates and an excellent benefi ts package, including a wellness component. If this position intrigues you, please submit your resume in confi dence by October 31, 2013 to:
Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6
Attention: Human Resources Fax: 403-887-3660 E-mail: [email protected]
HEALTHY FAMILIES HOME VISITOR The Healthy Family Home Visitor Program is a joint initiative funded by the Central Alberta Child and Family Services Authority and the Town of Sylvan Lake. Healthy Families is a free home visitation program designed to support new parents by providing information on parenting, child development, and parent – child (0 – 5 years of age) interactions. This individual will work closely with a team leader/supervisor, public health nurse, other care providers and the family to assess needs and create goals and strategies to support the healthy development of the family. The Healthy Families Home Visitor will initiate and maintain regular (at least weekly) support with families. Hours and days of work will vary depending on program need. Responsibilities: . Scheduling the assessment and home visits. . Conducting the semi-structured assessment interview. . Conduct home visits throughout the community cluster. . Connecting the family with community resources. . Document specifi c information, forward required information to Regional Offi ce. . Contact the family to offer the program, and acting as a liaison until home visiting begins. . Model and teach appropriate behaviors such as communication, confl ict management, problem solving, and decision making and non-abusive behavior management. Qualifi cations: . Degree or diploma in human services is favorable (equivalencies to post-secondary degree/diploma will be considered). Minimum of grade 12 education . Training or experience in a related area. (Eg. Early Childhood, social work) . Training or experience in working with families and children. . Must possess a valid Alberta Driver’s license and reliable vehicle. . Must have receptive, sensitive, non-judgmental personalities to establish the rapport to provide effective services. . Training or experience in case management and documentation. . Provision of an acceptable Criminal Record check and Vulnerable Sector Check. . Knowledge of community resources for families and children. . Willing to work fl exible hours. . Good oral and written communication. Positive persistence in connecting with hard-to-reach families. . Strong ability to work in a team environment. . Knowledge of Child Intervention regulations and reporting requirements. You have a strong desire to be major contributor to the success of a vibrant and growing organization. If you are up to the challenge of taking ownership and wanting to make a difference, this is an ideal situation. We offer competitive rates and a tremendous work environment. If this position intrigues you, please submit your resume in confi dence by Oct 21, 2013 to:
Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6
Attention: Human Resources Fax: 403-887-3660 E-mail: [email protected]
COMMUNITY PEACE OFFICER - TEMPORARY Summary Of Function: . Reporting to the Manager of Municipal Enforcement. . Preserve and maintain public peace by upholding and enforcing Municipal Bylaws and authorized Provincial Statutes. . Investigate Municipal Bylaw offenses and complaints and submit all required reports. . Investigate Provincial Statute offences and complaints and submit all required reports. . Perform Traffi c Enforcement duties and responsibilities, including traffi c-stops. . Prepare professional Court Briefs and documents, and present evidence in Trial when required.
Training And Experience Requirements: . Minimum of High School or equivalent . Solicitor General Community Peace Offi cer Training, or equivalent. . Successfully complete a physical abilities evaluation (RCMP PARE Test - or equivalent). . Good written and verbal communication skills are essential. . Excellent interpersonal communication skills in dealing with staff, peers and the public. . Successfully clear a Criminal Records Check and thorough Police Background Check. . Some fl exibility of work schedule to ensure appropriate coverage. . Has the ability to work independently, remain professional at all times, and maintain a high level of confi dentiality. . Has a high level of organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work
This is a tremendous opportunity to work in a professional, team focused environment. We offer competitive rates with a professional atmosphere. The duration of this role is approximately 3 – 4 months but could be longer and will be discussed in more detail during the interview process. Please quote the position you are applying for and submit cover letter and resumes before 4:30 p.m. on November 8, 2013 to:
Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6
Attention: Human Resources Fax: 403-887-3660 E-mail: [email protected]
RECREATION, PARKS & CULTURE OPERATOR III (FULL TIME) Summary Of Function (Facility Maintenance): . Ability to lead the facility maintenance team in the event of the absence of the Recreation and Parks Foreman (Lead Hand responsibilities). . The ability to operate ice making machinery and equipment in a safe and effi cient manner. . To perform preventative and regular maintenance on ice making maintenance equipment. . Provide excellent customer service in order to supervise arena patrons in a professional manner at all times and to ensure patrons observe facility rules and regulations.
Summary Of Function (Turf & Grounds Maintenance): . Ability to lead and supervise the turf maintenance team in all aspects of the turf management program (Lead Hand responsibilities). . Knowledge and ability to operate all turf and grounds maintenance equipment in a safe and effi cient manner. . Mechanical knowledge and ability to perform minor repairs and preventative maintenance on all equipment. . To help develop and maintain a grounds and turf maintenance schedule.
Training and Experience Requirements: . Grade 12 or equivalent. . Standard First Aid/CPR Certifi cation and WHMIS Training. . Valid Driver’s License – Minimum Class 5. . Good understanding and knowledge of turf and grounds maintenance equipment. . Excellent communication and public relations skills. . Ability to work effectively in a team environment. . Supervisory/Lead Hand experience.
The primary requirement of this role is the leadership and supervisory component – we are willing to provide technical training for the successful candidate. This is an amazing opportunity to work in a professional, team focused environment. The hourly wage range is $25.16 – $30.04 and in addition, the Town of Sylvan Lake offers an excellent employee benefi t package including a wellness component. All successful applicants will be contacted for an interview. Please state the position you are applying to and submit cover letter and resumes before November 1, 2013 to:
Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6
Attention: Human Resources Fax: 403-887-3660 E-mail: [email protected]
For more information on this position please view on our
website at www.sylvanlake.caTown of Sylvan Lake.
YARD/KITCHEN WASTE COLLECTION NOTICEAnnual service ends on October 31The last day for yard/kitchen waste residential collection is Wednesday, October 31. You may continue to bring your yard/kitchen waste to the Waste Transfer Facility 24/7 at no charge.
WASTE TRANSFER SITE Winter HoursSummer hours end on Saturday, November 2. The facility re-opens for winter hours on Wednesday, November 6. The Waste Transfer site is open through the winter from Wednesday to Saturday 9 AM – 5 PM exclusive of statutory holidays. The yard/kitchen waste receiving area is open 24/7 at no charge. The facility is located 1 km. east of the round-about on Highway 11A and .5 km. south on RR15.
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BY STEVE DILLSSYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Waves of runners tested their skill and agility against a mob of zombies scattered strategically around a three kilometre run course at Top O’ The Hill Golf Course Saturday afternoon during the second annual Zombie Run.
By the numbers — 487 runners entered the course in groups at 15 minute intervals and were confronted by zombies at various stages and obstacles. 184 zombies participated some for the full event others for a shift. Twenty-five core vol-unteers helped organizer Scott McDermott, of Best Body Fitness, stage the special event which raised over $3,100 for four groups — H. J. Cody JV Volleyball team, Central Alberta AA Ringette U14 and U16 Sting teams and Scouting Venturers
Troop 25. The groups provided the zombies.
What is a Zombie Run, you might ask. It’s a fun obstacle course that you traverse while being chased by zom-bies. The zombies try to ‘infect’ you by steal-ing flags dangling from your belt. These flags represent your immune system, and therefore your health, states the run’s website. “As you run through the obsta-cle course you may lose flags — that means your immune system is being attacked by the virus. Lose all of your flags and that means you are at risk of becoming a zombie. But don’t despair. There is hope. At a few points on the course you’re able to help at a check point aid station by doing something as directed and once com-pleted volunteers will give you an anti zombie ‘shot’ and as a symbol of this another flag or two or three.”
“By using your friends, your brains, your speed and skill, you must try to finish the three kilometres with at least one flag intact.”
Zombies emerged from most unusual places to ‘attack’ runners
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Zombie Doug MacIsaac was realistically made up during his stint at the Zombie Run organized by Best Body Fitness at Top O’ The Hill Golf Course Saturday. His job was to try and ‘infect’ runners by stealing flags dangling from their belts as they navigated one of the obstacles on the course. Each runner was given six flags which represented their Immune System and they had a chance to earn more at various points on the course.
Several competitors navigated the pallet maze as zombies
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Among the obstacles were the hallway to hell, attack walls, pallet maze, floating bridge (yes three people fell into the pond), a slack line tight rope walk, ladder hand walk, playground, tire crawl, corral — “all sorts of goofy things”, said McDermott.
The Michael Jackson Thriller Dance was one of the stations where new flags could be earned. Another was a spear throw.
Through it all, zombies reached, grabbed and hid, emerging from under leaves or behind trees at the most inopportune moments. But they couldn’t enter the obstacles.
“From what I heard it was as awesome as it looked,” said McDermott. “I have had lots and lots of positive comments.”
“I was super proud of my crew, all the volun-teers and zombies who did an awesome job!”
While a brisk wind blew most of the day, the temperature was much more favourable than last year when the event was held several weeks later with snow on the ground.
“Jamie Lavoie nailed the pro zombie makeup, wow!,” said McDermott. “The six amazing people that got made up really owned the role.” They posed with competitors who paid donations to have their pictures taken. This part of the event raised $843 towards the overall total.
If you’re interested in looking at pictures, check kevinbradshaw.ca.
An after party was held at Chef ’s Saturday evening.
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What is a Zombie Run, you might ask. It’s a fun obstacle course that you
traverse while being chased by zombies.
Mary-Ann Engelhardt assisted Julie Henderson as she hand walked up a ladder during one of the obstacles in the Zombie Run Saturday afternoon.
Organizer Scott McDermott briefed a new set of runners before they started the Zombie Run at Top O’ The Hill Golf Course Saturday afternoon. Groups started in ‘waves’ 15 minutes apart all afternoon. Each of the competi-tors started with six ‘flags’ tied to their wastes and had to try and keep them out of reach of zombies strategically located at different obstacles and throughout the course. “We just want you guys to have a ton of fun,” he said.
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Crossing a slack line at one of the obstacles was Zombie Run competitor Kyleen Deering.
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Nominations are now open for the Government of Alberta’s 2014 Great Kids Award.
For the 14th year, the Alberta government will present the Great Kids Award to recognize Alberta’s children and youth for their outstanding determination, generosity, and compassion. Investing in youth is one way the Alberta govern-ment is investing in families and communities to build a better Alberta.
“The Great Kids Award recognizes young peo-ple who do great things — at home, at school and in their community. We want to celebrate the many special young Albertans, who make a posi-tive difference and inspire others to reach their full potential and help build a better Alberta,” said Dave Hancock, Minister of Human Services.
Sixteen award winners and all nominees will be honoured at a special ceremony in Edmonton.
Award recipients will receive a trophy and prize package donated by IBM and Fantasyland Hotel.
Great kids aged 5 to 18 can be nominated. The nomination dead-line is Dec. 9 at 4 p.m.
For more informa-tion and to receive a nomination form, visit greatkids.alberta.ca or call 780-415-8150 (toll-free by first dialing 310-0000).
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Joining Canada’s four million population club has its privileges. But along with opportunity come challenges, and Alberta’s small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) are among the first to feel those growing pains.
Alberta grew by 42,000 residents in the second quarter of 2013, bringing our prov-ince’s population to over four million for
the first time ever. At 1.08 per cent, Alberta’s population growth rate is three times the national average.
As a result, many Alberta small and medium businesses are planning to expand to keep up.
The ATB Financial quarterly Business Beat survey discovered three quarters of Alberta SMEs are intentionally trying to grow their business, while a further 12 per cent say they are growing in spite of them-selves, through no intentional effort of their own.
“It’s pretty simple,” says Wellington Holbrook, ATB’s Executive Vice-President, Business & Agriculture. “More residents mean more demand for products and ser-vices. In many cases, Alberta businesses have no choice but to grow. While that’s exciting, it’s also a challenge, especially con-sidering the shortage of skilled labour in Alberta, which is still a major concern for SMEs.”
Still, a larger population, along with strong energy prices and increased retail spending, give Alberta’s SMEs plenty to be
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We all know Canada’s population is aging. But how will changing demographics affect your business?
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is that as baby boomers retire, many busi-nesses will face labour shortages because not enough younger workers will be around to take their place.
Either way, businesses that don’t adapt to the reality of the aging population could face severe challenges and are going to miss oppor-tunities, says Pierre Cléroux, Chief Economist at the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC).
The impacts are already being felt in some sectors and regions where businesses are struggling to find younger employees to replace retiring boomers. “If we don’t manage our labour force according to the new trends, it’s going to be difficult for businesses to be successful,” Cléroux says.
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“Every sector of the economy is going to be impacted,” Cléroux says. To deal with the coming labour crunch, you can start by creat-ing more accommodating workplaces to entice aging employees to put off retirement, he sug-gests. Older workers often can’t or don’t want to work full-time. Flexible hours, part-time jobs and temporary work are ways to keep them on board. Some companies also deliber-ately recruit seniors to fill labour gaps.
“Older workers usually have a great work ethic and experience,” Cléroux says.
“Businesses will need to keep their people working for them longer. The perception is that at 65 people are done. That perception will have to change.”
Les MacIntyre is a firm believer in retain-ing older employees to make up for a shortage of younger workers at his company, Superport Marine Services. He has no mandatory retire-ment age and offers retirees flexible, part-time and temporary jobs. He also pairs them with younger workers to pass on skills. “Those guys pick up a wealth of expertise. The retired guys have the patience to pass on that knowledge.
They bring a lifetime of skill,” he says.MacIntyre also works hard to foster a posi-
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Immigrants are keyAnother solution is immigration, which
has always been important in addressing labour shortages in Canada, Cléroux says. That role will grow: 20 years from now, 32% of the labour force will have been born outside Canada, versus 21% today.
Cléroux says Canadian entrepreneurs will need to be more welcoming to foreign-born workers. “Businesses will have to be more flex-ible in accepting people trained, educated and born outside Canada.”
Creative changes will be needed to remain competitive, he adds. “We can no longer do the same things as in the past. The structure of the last 40 years is going to have to change. But if we do things correctly, we should be able to retain Canada’s competitive position.”
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Just over two-in-five (42%) small business owners have no regrets about the actions they took (or did not take) when they first started their company, according
to a Scotiabank Small Business Poll.
Looking back, small business owners admit they wish they would have better estimated the number of hours they would need to put into their business (19%) and to not have tried to do it all at
once (19%). Quick Facts
When it came to seeking advice for their start-up, 32% of small business owners talked to their family or friends, 28% turned to their accountant, however 26% did not seek any advice.
Just over half (53%) of small business owners cite the ability to be one’s own boss as their favou-rite aspect of being a small busi-ness owner followed by having creative control over the company (26%).
While the average age of own-
ers at the time they started their business was 40, there are as many business owners who started their company when they were under 30 (22%) as there are owners who started their company at age 50 or older (24%).
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Small business owners have no regrets: Scotiabank Study Better time management and not doing everything at once are key learnings
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OWNER/BROKER: DEB BRADFORDSERVING SYLVAN LAKE FOR 12 YEARS
PRODUCTS & SERVICES:PRODUCTS & SERVICES: Providing ethical, quality management of residential properties Providing ethical, quality management of residential properties for owners and tenants.We strive to develop fair relationships between owners, tenants, for owners and tenants.We strive to develop fair relationships between owners, tenants, and contractors.and contractors.We currently manage homes in: Sylvan Lake, Red Deer, Innisfail, Lacombe, Blackfalds We currently manage homes in: Sylvan Lake, Red Deer, Innisfail, Lacombe, Blackfalds and Penhold.and Penhold.
PRODUCTS & SERVICES:PRODUCTS & SERVICES: Women’s Fashions with well known brand names such as Joseph Women’s Fashions with well known brand names such as Joseph Ribkoff and Gentle Fawn. Footwear & accessories also carried. Beachwear & Cruise Ribkoff and Gentle Fawn. Footwear & accessories also carried. Beachwear & Cruise wear available all year. wear available all year.
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Small business owners have no regretsCONTINUED FROM PAGE 19
The top reasons for starting a small business are jumping on an opportunity (24%), pursuing a life-long dream to be their own boss (16%) and making a career/life change (15%).
Finding customers was the big-gest obstacle that small business owners faced when they first start-ed their company (32%), followed by balancing a family and business
(19%), access to credit (16%), and managing cash flow (14%).
“Small business owners bring their unique mix of passion, inno-vation and vigor to the often chal-lenging reality of running a suc-cessful small business,” says John Roberts, Scotiabank’s Vice President of SmallBusiness. “Sometimes this same passion can create overly optimistic assump-tions particularly if they are trying
to do everything themselves. A team of trusted advisors like an accountant, a lawyer, and a small business banker, can help small business owners achieve success by challenging their assumptions, highlighting risks in their business plans and providing different view-points and strategies.”
Finding customers was the big-gest obstacle that small business owners faced when they first start-
ed their company (32%), followed by balancing a family and business (19%), access to credit (16%), and managing cash flow (14%).
“Small business owners bring their unique mix of passion, inno-vation and vigor to the often chal-lenging reality of running a suc-cessful small business,” says John Roberts, Scotiabank’s Vice President of SmallBusiness. “Sometimes this same passion can
create overly optimistic assump-tions particularly if they are trying to do everything themselves. A team of trusted advisors like an accountant, a lawyer, and a small business banker, can help small business owners achieve success by challenging their assumptions, highlighting risks in their business plans and providing different view-points and strategies.”
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Small business is big in Canada: 98.1% of all businesses have fewer than 100 employ-ees. When you add in medium-sized busi-nesses (100 to 499 employees), the percent-age rises to 99.8%. They are the engine of the economy and their success is vital to Canada’s prosperity.
Here are 10 things you probably didn’t know about small and medium-sized busi-nesses (SMEs) and their impact on Canada’s economy.
1. There are almost 1.2 million SMEs in Canada.
2. More than half (55%) of them have fewer than 4 employees.
3. Only 1.7% are medium-sized busi-nesses.
4. SMEs employed almost 64% of private sector workers in 2011, or 6.8 million people across the country.
5. Over the 2001 to 2011 period, SMEs were responsible for 54% of all jobs created on average by the private sector.
6. SMEs represent 54.3% of the economic output produced in the business sector (in 2005).
7. 86% of exporting companies have
fewer than 100 employees, but produce only 25% of the total value of Canadian exports.
8. The largest number of SMEs are in the retail industry (13%).
9. Fewer than 1 out of 4 Canadian SMEs invest in research and development (R&D).
10. Only half of new firms (53%) survive their fifth year of operation.
Source: Statistics Canada.
Ten things you probably didn’t know about Canada’s small businessesThey are the engine of the economy and their success is vital to Canada’s prosperity
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Develop a sound business planSuccessful entrepreneurs do a lot of back-
ground research before they sell their products and services. A business plan pulls it all together. Your plan will include, among other things, the following:
The type of business you are creating.The goals of your business — for both the
short term and longer term.How you intend to accomplish those goals.An understanding of the marketplace, the
competition, and your potential customers.How you intend to finance your business.
Invest in your own educationSelf-education could be as specific as learning
how the latest piece of software can help your business. Or it could be mastering the different skills you’ll need to run your business, such as marketing, finance, and customer service. The more you can learn about the overall operations of your business, the better your decisions may be — particularly if you run a smaller company that requires you to wear more than one hat.
Get your finances in orderSave as much money as you can before you
start your business: You may need to draw on
your savings in the early stages. You should also establish and maintain a good credit history, which will help you when you need to borrow money for your business.
Keep your overhead lowThere are many stories of entrepreneurs start-
ing out in their garages until they have built up their business. Starting small and keeping your costs low lets you make mistakes on a much smaller scale and gives you the time to learn from them. Email and the Internet make it easy to start your business from your home.
Learn from the experts
Take advantage of the expertise of an accoun-tant and your business banker. An accountant can help you with the books, find ways to keep your costs low, and do your tax return. Your business banker can advise you on cash flow, the use of credit, investments, and borrowing, among other things. He or she can also share best business practices.
Small business owners can visit getgrowing-forbusines.com for free information, tips, blogs, whitepapers, videos, webinars and more to help them develop and grow their business.
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According to a new research report released this week by the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), five consumer trends will have a permanent impact on Canadians’ buying habits and create growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
The report identifies five consumer behaviours — the buy-local movement, rising health aware-ness, frugality, mass customization of goods and the impact of the Internet — that have emerged as a result of advances in technology, changing demographics and the 2007–08 recession.
“These consumer trends have created rich business opportunities, which entrepreneurs must seize on if they want to grow their businesses,” said Pierre Cléroux, Chief Economist, BDC.
However, the research shows that entrepre-neurs have not embraced all trends equally. Some SMEs have begun catering to the increased demand for healthy, well-priced local products, for instance, but e-commerce has been slower to catch on. In fact, the Canadian online retail pres-ence remains largely underdeveloped and, as a result, e-commerce has lagged behind that of most other nations, with some of the lowest penetration levels in the developed world.
“Regardless of whether they buy a product
over the Internet or in a store, more consumers are influenced by what they see on online channels,” said Cléroux. “Entrepreneurs must realize that a simple website is no longer sufficient for busi-nesses. Instead, they need to adopt a multi-chan-nel approach.”
The ‘Made in Canada’ advantageOf all the consumer trends, the buy-local
movement has been the most powerful. Close to two-thirds of Canadians say they have made an effort to buy local or Canadian-made products in the past year, and two in five consider local pro-duction an important factor in their buying deci-sion.
“The ‘Made in Canada’ brand is powerful
because Canadians have clear understanding of what buying locally made products means to the national economy,” added Cléroux.
The research shows that consumers who buy local do so for economic reasons: 97% of Canadians do it to support the local economy, 96% do it to support local farmers and 93% do it to create local jobs, while 87% think it is better for the environment.
Quebecers and Atlantic Canadians are the most faithful users of locally made products, with roughly three-quarters indicating they recently bought products made in Canada; consumers in Saskatchewan and Manitoba are the least likely to do so.
Canadians flock to buy local products; trends have created rich opportunities
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Eat Up! - C. P. Blakely Elementary School’s parent council generously donated $1200 to the school’s breakfast program. Breakfast team members in the back row are Lesley Bystrom, Sarah Abrams (Parent Council) and Janet Reddekopp with students Molly and Hudson Cocks, and Carson Roth in the front row.
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Progressing - Underground work and roadway construction is almost complete at the Twin Fawn subdivision in the Summer Village of Jarvis Bay, bordering the outlet creek from Sylvan Lake. Crews from Pidherneys and Genivar have been working in the area for the past couple of weeks, preparing for resi-dential lots in the area north of the creek.
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Sunday, October 6th9:47 a.m. – RCMP attended a property
on Township Road 374 in Eckville after a piece of equipment was found burning. A John Deere Excavator, worth approximately $100,000, was burned and power lines in the area sustained soot damage as a result of the fire. The cause is being investigated but is not believed to be suspicious as the unit recently underwent electrical repairs.
10:26 a.m. – Property damage was reported at Four Seasons Park washroom area in Sylvan Lake. A witness advised that gates were taken off their hinges and holes were made in bathroom walls. Members did not locate any persons involved in the damage but a request for increased security has been forwarded to appropriate town authorities.
1:05 p.m. – RCMP were called to a domestic dispute on Perry Drive in Sylvan Lake. A 29-year-old Sylvan Lake male attended the residence to pick up a child as part of a shared custody agreement with the 23-year-old mother. The male became vio-lent with the female throwing a plate in her face, picking her up by the neck and throw-ing her to the ground. The baby was not injured in the assault as the child was placed in a room for safety by a relative in the residence. A Sylvan Lake male is facing charges of assault and uttering threats.
Tuesday, October 8th 6:51 p.m. – A 911 call was placed to dis-
patch in relation to a domestic assault on Hinshaw Drive in Sylvan Lake. A 21-year-old female called from a neighbour’s resi-
dence to report that her boyfriend tripped her, was screaming at her in front of their one year old child and had physically threatened her. A 29-year-old Sylvan Lake male was taken into custody without inci-dent and is facing charges of assault and uttering threats.
Wednesday, October 9th 11:20 a.m. – A serious
case of vandalism to a vehicle on Rozier Close in Sylvan Lake was reported. The female owner contacted police after she discovered that paint was poured all over her truck including the wind-shield, hood, and vents. She also reported that someone had killed some of her grass with a caustic substance, with the remain-der of the substance used on the siding of the house. Anyone with information is asked to contact Sylvan Lake RCMP.
Friday, October 11th 3:44 p.m. – A male is charged in connec-
tion with a domestic assault on Westwood Court in Sylvan Lake. A 22-year-old female called dispatch advising that her boyfriend kicked open the front door of their resi-dence and grabbed her by the hair pulling her out of the house. A verbal argument had ensued prior to the assault and the female locked the residence to avoid the male. A 38-year-old Sylvan Lake male is charged with assault.
Sunday, October 13th 1:44 p.m. – RCMP arrested a 25-year-old
Sylvan Lake male and charged him in rela-tion to a theft at Last Chance Liquor store in Sylvan Lake. Police received a complaint of a disoriented male wandering into traffic by Fas Gas on Hinshaw Drive. RCMP
located the male passed out on the lawn of Fas Gas and discovered that he had a liquor bottle in his posses-sion which turned out to be stolen property from the Last Chance Liquor store. The male was lodged in cells until sober and is charged with theft and failing to comply with conditions of an under-taking.
5:44 p.m. – A 16-year-old male was rushed to hospital
with serious injuries after a quad rollover on Township Road 374. The youth was found pinned under the ATV with blood coming from his right ear. He was also reported to be drifting in and out of con-sciousness. He was attended to by EMS at the scene and transported to hospital where he eventually recovered from his injuries. The male was alone on the vehicle and was not wearing a helmet at the time of the inci-dent.
10:26 p.m. – A domestic incident at a residence on 47th Avenue has resulted in a charge against a female resident of Sylvan Lake. A male called in a report of a female abusing her ex-husband including throw-ing him in the bathtub. A 37-year-old female is charged with assault. Alcohol was
a factor in the incident.Monday, October 14th
9:27 a.m. – RCMP are investigating two separate incidents of stolen trucks in Sylvan Lake. A 2012 Dodge truck was stolen from outside a residence on Fern Glade Crescent. Another truck, a Ford F250, was stolen from outside another residence on the same crescent. In both cases, the vehicles were unlocked with keys left in the console. RCMP are urging residents not to leave their vehicles unlocked and not to leave keys or valuables inside vehicles.
Thursday, October 17th 4:24 a.m. – Two separate reports of a
suspicious male in the Ryders Ridge area resulted in RCMP conducting extensive patrols. A 911 call was placed after a male was chased from a residence on Ryders Ridge Boulevard. He was believed to be intoxicated and may have gained access to the home through the garage door. He was last seen heading northbound on Ryders Ridge Boulevard. A second call was received of a male of similar description running into another house on Radcliff Way and coming back out again. The male was described as native, approximately 5 feet 10 inches with no shirt or shoes and wearing black pants. He was also described as hav-ing a visible scar on his abdomen. RCMP called the Police Dog Services unit however they were unable to locate the male.
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Ready - Morgan Lockyer prepared to bump the incoming ball while Kaitlyn Simpson (8) and Regan Eisler (14) kept an eye on the action during the H. J. Cody Lakers Grade 9 girls volleyball game against Lindsay Thurber 2 Raiders Tuesday afternoon. The Lakers decisively won the series taking all five sets. STEVE DILLS
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Sylvan Lake Film Society is screening the second film of the sea-son Monday (Oct. 28) at 7:10 p.m. at Landmark Cinema.
Much Ado About Nothing, a Joss Whedon, modern-day remake of a Shakespearean classic, follows two pairs of lovers on very different paths. Benedick and Beatrice find themselves engaged in a very “merry war”, each happily proclaiming their disdain of love. In contrast, Claudio and Hero are rendered nearly speechless by their love for each other. It’s not all love and paradise, however, as the evil Don John
attempts to destroy Hero and Claudio’s impending nuptials. With an all-star cast of Amy Acker, Alexis Denisof, Nathan Fillion, Clark Gregg, and more, this black-and-white flick is sure to be a hit!
Sylvan Lake Municipal Library and Landmark Cinemas collaborate with Sylvan Lake Film Society to bring the best in independent films; films that don’t normally make it to the big theatres. Sylvan Lake Film Society is a not-for-profit organiza-tion, run by dedicated volunteers with big hearts, and a love of movies. Movies are shown the last Monday of every month.
Tickets ($8 each, $32 for season pass) are available at the library, or can purchased at the theatre.
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Following are calls responded to by Sylvan Lake’s volunteer firefighters, during the two weeks ending October 20, as supplied by Deputy Fire Chief Steve Scanland.MONDAY, OCTOBER 7 - 5:22 P.M. - alarm, no fire, 43rd StreetTUESDAY, OCTOBER 8 - 5:24 P.M. - alarm, no fire, Pelican Place.WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9 - 1:15 P.M. - grass fire, Red Deer County.WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9 - 4:24 P.M. - rubbish fire, Waste Transfer Station,
10th Street.SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12 - 12:30 P.M. - grass fire, Red Deer County.SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12 - 12:42 P.M. - grass fire, Red Deer County.THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17- 10:53 A.M. - false alarm, 50th Street.THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17 - 12:43 P.M. - rescue, person trapped in elevator was out by the time firefighters arrived, 46th Street.FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18 - 6:48 P.M. - alarm, no fire, 33rd Street.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20 - 5:59 A.M. - motor vehicle collision between vehi-
cle and moose, Highway 781 and
Township Road 372.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20 - 2:05 P.M.
- alarm, no fire, Red Deer County.
Three grass fires
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It’s yours - Tiger quarterback Antoine Giguere handed the ball off to Brian Butt (99) during jamboree style play for atom football players at Fox Run field Saturday morning. Moving up behind the pair was Gavin Halvorson (39). Competing teams got an equal num-ber of plays in offensive and defensive positions as players honed their skills. STEVE DILLS PHOTOSSprinted - Tiger Cody Peever outdistanced his opponents
on a sweep and run up the side, during a jamboree style event for atom football players at Fox Run field Saturday morning. Sylvan Lake Tigers atom football players gaining valuable on-field experi-ence. Because there are so many Tigers, they were split into two squads to compete against visitors, each team getting the same number of plays on offense and defence.
30 SYLVAN LAKE NEWS THURSDAY, OCT. 24, 2013
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BY STUART FULLARTONSYLVAN LAKE NEWS
More than 900 students from Central Alberta took part in the CWAJHAA (Central West Alberta Junior High Athletic Association) cross country run at Sylvan Lake’s Leader Field last Thursday.
The run, hosted by École Fox Run School, is held every year in the district, typically at a different school than the pre-vious year. This year, however, was the sec-ond consecutive year Fox Run hosted the run.
“It was cold, of course, but (the students) all look forward to it,” said Kathy Tuck, Fox Run teacher and cross country coach. “It’s a
big deal to attend.”Students represented schools in Sylvan
Lake, Eckville, Stettler, Rocky Mountain House, Red Deer, and other places around Central Alberta.
Although they braved cold winds that blew for most of the afternoon, students were relieved to not have to run through snow, as they did last year.
“That was brutal,” said Tuck.She added that the event would likely be
passed on to another school next year. Lots of work goes into organizing, but hosting it for the second consecutive year made life easier, she admitted.
“It’s a lot of time when you’ve got 900 kids,” she said. “We start planning it (in September) and getting things organized
until the event takes place.”Creating nametags, determining who
has and hasn’t paid and laying out the course are just some of the things that need to be considered.
Positive feedback from participants, par-ents and school staff indicated feelings of satisfaction.
“They’re just very appreciative of us organizing it, because they know what goes into doing it,” said Tuck. “It’s a big event, and it was made so the kids were able to have a great experience.”
Part of the experience revolves around the notion of being able to meet and com-pete against students from different grades and schools.
The event also brings attention to a sport
that Tuck feels at times goes unrecognized.“A lot of times, the runners don’t get the
kind of attention that volleyball or basket-ball might get,” she said. “You see lots of crossing with different grades and schools, so it’s good. There’s good sportsmanship.”
Several of Fox Run’s students placed well in the race. Jared Howse was third in the Grade 6 boys category; Lauren Howse placed 11th in the Grade 6 girls category; Kyle Richmond placed first in the Grade 7 boys category; Kamryn Mollins-Selent placed 11th in the Grade 8 girls category; Max Arnold placed third in the Grade 8 boys category; and Brayden Laternus placed 17th in the Grade 8 boys category.
More than 900 students participated in cross country run
Grade 6 girls took part in the cross country run at Leader Field last Thursday.
Grade 6 boys from all over Central Alberta made their way around a corner of the course that was set up at Leader Field. STUART FULLARTON PHOTOS
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The 27th season of Project FeederWatch begins Nov. 9 and runs until early April. Taking part is easy! Just count the numbers and kinds of birds at your feeders, and enter the informa-tion on the FeederWatch website (or on printed forms). With each season, FeederWatch increases in importance as a unique monitoring tool for more than 100 spe-cies that winter in North America. FeederWatch results provide a detailed pic-ture of weekly changes in bird distribution and abundance. Because FeederWatchers count the number of individ-ual birds of each spe-cies several times throughout the winter, FeederWatch data are extremely powerful for detecting and explain-ing gradual changes in wintering ranges for many species.
“ F e e d e r W a t c h makes birdwatching at home so interesting that it’s often hard to tear ourselves away from the window! What a wonderful proj-ect!” said Margaret Catto, a FeederWatch participant.
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BY STUART FULLARTONSYLVAN LAKE NEWS
A victory against Notre Dame Jr. Cougars means Sylvan Lake Lions bantam football team is one game closer to league finals.
The Lions defeated the Cougars 54-36 in Sylvan Lake Saturday, in a game that saw them let their 18-point lead slip before half time.
“We were up 24-6 after the first quarter, and then we blew it,” said head coach John
Kriekle. “We fell apart and at the half we were down 28-24.”
Kriekle felt his players, at that point, weren’t playing to their full potential, and were making errors that could have cost them the game.
“It was horrible to watch, the mistakes we were making — just mistakes that com-pounded,” he said. Dropped passes and fum-bles were concerning, he added.
Following their half-time talk, the Lions then came out strong in the second half and
scored a quick touchdown. A strong defensive performance in the
second half helped secure the victory, which set the Lions up for their next game away against Lacombe on Saturday.
Lacombe has been the top team in the league for the past five years, according to Kriekle, and he knows his team is facing their greatest challenge of the season.
“They’ve got a good program,” he said. “They’ve got big kids, and fast kids, and they’re a very well coached team, too.”
Nonetheless, Kriekle feels that his team has a good chance of winning the game, should they play to their full potential
and avoid making mistakes like they did against Notre Dame.
At press time, several Lions players were sidelined by injuries, but Kriekle said most of them should be back in time for the game against Lacombe.
Practices during the week have allowed his team to prepare for Saturday’s test, which will determine the fate of their season. A win means they would advance, while a loss would mark the end.
“It’s do or die time, and the players know that,” said Kriekle.
Saturday’s game kicks off at 11 a.m. in Lacombe.
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Sylvan Lake Lion Burkley Theriault (19) narrowly missed an interception as he leapt to catch a ball intended for a Notre Dame Cougar during Saturday’s game at Cody field. The Lions fell behind 28-24 just before the end of the half but were able to pull together in the second half to record a 54-36 win.
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UPCOMING CLINICS IN YOUR LOCAL AREA
Date: Time: Location:
Thursday, October 24 9:30 AM - 3:30 PMSylvan Lake Alliance Church 4404 47 Avenue, Sylvan Lake
Thursday, October 24 9:30 AM - 3:30 PMEckville Community Health Centre 5120 51 Avenue, Eckville
Saturday, October 26 9:00 AM - 4:00 PMWesterner Park Harvest Centre 4847A 19 Street, Red Deer
Tuesday, October 29 Wednesday, October 30
12:30 PM - 7:30 PMRed Deer Curling Centre, 4725 43 Street Red Deer
Thursday, October 31 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Bentley Church Hall, 4824 50 Street, Bentley
Please bring Alberta Health Care Card. Short sleeves recommended.
SPORTS
BY STUART FULLARTONSYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Sylvan Lake Bears peewee football team is advancing to playoffs, despite a tough loss against an unbeaten Lacombe on Saturday.
The Bears fell 40-0 to Lacombe, before the game was called after the third quarter as a precaution to pre-vent injuries.
Head coach Garnet Rambaut said he was pleased with the way his team played in the game, and felt the score was justified, given the strength of the current Lacombe team.
“We actually played really well,” he said. “We were able to move the ball a little bit, we were just outmanned, basically, and they have some very good players.”
Lacombe won provincials last year, and its roster mainly comprises senior players. Rambaut said he knew his players would be up against a tough challenge in Lacombe, and he was pleased with the effort they put in.
They remain upbeat, and are look-
ing to the future, he said. A playoff tie against Rocky Mountain House on Saturday is now their main focus.
Rocky Mountain House is a team the Bears know well, having scrim-maged twice against them earlier this season.
“They’ve improved since we played them, so it will be interesting to go up against them and see what’s going on,” said Rambaut. “We’re look-ing forward to the challenge, and hopefully we’ll be successful.”
Rambaut feels his team has also improved since its last scrimmage against Rocky Mountain House, and he hopes his players can stay healthy throughout the game.
With colder weather, and a harder ground, potential for injury increases at this stage in the season, he said.
The Bears’ game against Rocky Mountain House kicks off at 11 a.m. at H.J. Cody Field on Saturday.
Team information, including a list of previous scores, is available on Sylvan Lake Minor Football Association’s website at slmfa.com.
Bears defeated by Lacombe; will face
Rocky Mountain House in playoffs
BY STEVE DILLSSYLVAN LAKE NEWS
A return meeting against Stettler Wildcats Saturday was completely different than the previous week’s performance by H. J. Cody Lakers as they recorded a 22-2 win in Central Alberta High School Football League quarter finals.
They meet West Central Rebels in Rocky Mountain House for the semi-final tomorrow (Friday) at 4 p.m.
Coach Jeremy Braitenback said the Laker defence pitched a shutout against the Wildcats, held them in check, didn’t allow any big plays.
“Offensively we got outside, used speed to our advantage and were able to move the ball using (Trent) Kondor and (Landon) Rosene.
Rosene carried 17 times for 122.5 yards rushing while Kondor carried the ball eight times for 52 yards. The pair also added 54 yards by catching five passes. Shon Zenert was the other receiver who added yards catching once for five.
Skylar Selk completed four of ten passes for 52 yards, Kane Price com-
pleted two of two for seven yards and Trent Kondor wasn’t able to com-plete the two passes he threw.
The Lakers, who finished fourth in their division, never trailed the Wildcats, who finished first in their division, holding quarter leads of 1-0, 12-0 and 21-2.
Josh Barrie put the Lakers on the scoreboard in the first with a single then completed the team’s scoring with another single early in the final quarter.
Landon Rosene scored a touch-down, Shon Zenert added two and Aden Smaill chocked up two con-verts for the winners.
Barrie punted six times during the game for 238 yards.
Asked about this week’s game, Braitenback said Rocky has some big players who are good athletes. “We have to have a good week in practise to keep in check,” he said. “It’s up to the players what they want to do.”
By defeating Stettler, the Lakers also qualified for Tier 3 provincials with the first round set for Nov. 9 in St. Paul.
Lakers defeated Stettler, advance to league semi-
final against Rocky
A group of H. J. Cody Lakers wrestled a Stettler Wildcat ball carriers to the ground during action at last Saturday’s league quarter-final game. The Lakers decisively won 22-2. GARY ZENERT
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Friend, husband, father, grandfather, officer and gentleman.In the late evening of October 12, 2013 Rod Knaut passed gently away at the age of 87 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Shirley; three children Scott of Toronto, James (Sarala Silver) of Calgary, Michelle (Stephen Pope) of Vancouver; one grandson Andrew of Calgary; one sister Margery Church of Kelowna,
B.C.; and numerous relatives and friends. Rod was predeceased by his mother and father, Ruth and Wilfred; and two sisters Laurie Elizabeth Hallman and Nancy Crustawka. Rod graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a Bachelor of Law. He articled with his father, Wilfred Knaut. He was awarded the honourary title of Queen’s Counsel by the Lieutenant Governor for his exceptional merit and contribution to the legal industry. Rod joined the Royal Canadian Air Force at the age of 18. He was well known for his political career, running for the Liberal party, and was active in the Kinsmen Club and K40s. He loved hunting with his labradors, holidaying in Maui and Texas and snow skiing with his family at Sunshine. He was well known in both the Sylvan Lake and Camrose communities, as a kind and generous man, full of humour and playfulness.The family would like to thank the nurses and doctors at St. Mary’s Hospital. They were particularly kind to Rod in his final days. A Celebration of Life was held 1:00 pm October 20, 2013 from the Burgar Memorial Chapel (4817 51 Ave Camrose, Alberta) with Mary Ann Pastuck officiating. Memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to St. Mary’s Hospital Palliative Care. To send condolences please visit: www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
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– Partial List Only –Antiques & Collectibles – Circa 1900’s Wheel Chair – Wood Propeller – Radios – Show Case – Wall Phone – Train Horns – Grandfather Clock – Curved Glass China Cabinet – Antique Oval Pictures – Wash Stands & Dressers – China Sets – Approx. 200 Die-Cast Cars Assorted – Collector Coins – Pepsi Tray – Duncan Fife Set – Vintage Comic Books – African Soap Stone & Wood Carvings – Furniture – Parlor Chairs – Sofas – Oak Dining Suite – Living Room Suite – Bedroom Suites – Miscellaneous – New Vending Machines (Snack & Pop) – Money Changer (New) – Tools – Floor Model Video Games & More
For a complete list and Directions visit www.cherryhillauction.com Terms of Sale: Cash, Cheque, C/C, Everything must be paid for & removed on sale day (NO EXCEPTIONS), 15% buyer’s premium. Sale subject to Additions, Deletions, Errors and Omissions.
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