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Canadian Tire #329 2510 Gaetz Ave.
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VOLUME 79 NUMBER 36 24 PAGES THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2014 www.sylvanlakenews.com FREETHURSDAY SEPTEMBER 4 2014
Season opener - Sebastian Auger of the Sylvan Lake Lions Bantam football fends off an attempt by a Hunting Hills player to slow him down during the Lions’ season opener at HJ Cody on Saturday. Despite a solid effort, the Lions lost 54-20.
STUART FULLARTON
See pages 17 and 18 for more on the Lions and their
halftime presentation in recognition of outgoing
coach John Kriekle.
Taking off - Flyboarding is beginning to take off as a popular water sport among lakegoers in Sylvan Lake and around the world. JENNA SWAN
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STARS Air Ambulance was dispatched to a dirt bike incident in Sylvan Lake on Saturday. SYLVAN LAKE RCMP
One dead following early-
morning dirt bike incident
STUART FULLARTONSYLVAN LAKE NEWS
An incident involving two dirt bikes early Saturday morning has resulted in the death of a 26-year-old Sylvan Lake man, and left another 27-year-old Sylvan Lake man critically injured.
RCMP attended the scene of a serious motor vehicle collision in a gravel lane behind Lodge Place just after 6 a.m. Saturday, where they located the two men seriously injured, along with two damaged dirt bikes.
Two STARS Air Ambulance helicopters were dispatched, and landed in the football field at École Fox Run School.
Both men were treated, with one airlifted by STARS to Edmonton, and the other pronounced
dead on scene.Neither was wearing
a helmet or protective gloves. The bikes were neither registered nor street legal, according to RCMP.
RCMP say alcohol and drugs may have played a factor in the incident. Names have not been released.
“Police would like to take this opportunity to again remind the pub-lic that alcohol and drugs do not mix with motor vehicles of any kind,” said Sylvan Lake RCMP Cpl. James Allemekinders in a media release. “This is a horrible way to start the last long weekend of the summer.”
The Sylvan Lake Fire Department and Associated EMS were also on scene.
RCMP are continu-ing to investigate the incident, which sees criminal charges pend-ing.
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Coreen Spencer of Sylvan Lake recently participated in her fourth Ride to Conquer Cancer, raising thousands of dollars in the process. SUBMITTED
Spencer raises thousands in support of
Cancer FoundationSTUART FULLARTON
SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
A two-day, 230-km bike ride through the foothills left Sylvan Lake’s Coreen Spencer physically exhausted — but she knows the pain she endured along the way is nothing compared to those living with can-cer.
Earlier this summer — and for the fourth time — she took part in the Ride to Conquer Cancer, which began at Canada Olympic Park in Calgary on Aug. 9. and wrapped up the next day following a “gruelling” journey through the foothills.
In the process, she raised over $5,000 for the Alberta Cancer Foundation.
“For me, I just think of the people I know that have struggled with can-cer,” she said. “We’re sweating, and we’re gruelling, and we’re exhausted, but it’s nothing compared to what they go through, so really, I can’t complain.”
In her four years of participation, Spencer has raised nearly $25,000 for the cause.
Her experience has allowed to her to know ahead of time how much training and planning is required to complete the ride, and she now pre-pares accordingly.
“There’s a lot of peo-ple that don’t do a lot of training, and it’s very, very hard for them,” she said. “If I set out to do something, I set out to do my best, and if people are going to donate money to me, I want to show how hard I’m working for it.”
Participants must raise at least $2,500 in order to compete in the ride, which Spencer first signed up for after seeing it advertised on
television. In her first year, she feared not being able to meet the minimum amount required. Through hard work and determination, however, she realized it was possible after all, and more than doubled that amount.
Since then, the event — and cycling — have become two of her greatest passions.
“Once this ride came up, (I decid-ed) I’m going to dig my bike out,” she said. “It’s just kind of snowballed from there. It’s now an addiction.”
Spencer is currently taking a break from training until January, when she’ll begin cycling indoors on a stationary unit. She’ll eventually work her way back outside, to pre-pare for next year’s Ride to Conquer Cancer — which she’s already signed up for.
“We so often hear the negatives, but there are so many amazing, good stories out there,” she said. “When I hear the things that are happening and the success stories, I just think we are headed in the right direction. If I didn’t feel we weren’t making a true difference, I wouldn’t be doing it.”
Donations are already being accepted for Spencer’s 2015 effort in the Ride to Conquer Cancer. To donate, visit www.conquercancer.ca and search Coreen Spencer’s name in the participant search form.
SUMMER VILLAGE OF BIRCHCLIFFPUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE is hereby given that the Development Offi cer or the Municipal Planning Commission of the Summer Village of Birchcliff has approved the issuing of a development permit for the following permitted use: DEMOLITION OF EXISTING CABIN & CONSTRUCTION OF SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING AND ATTACHED GARAGE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT # 141540333 BIRCHCLIFF ROAD, PART OF LOT 5, PLAN 6333 KS AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT you may appeal Discretionary approvals to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, as provided for in Part 17, of the Municipal Government Act. Written statements relevant to the development and reasons for the appeal along with a $200 appeal fee should be submitted to the Summer Village of Birchcliff, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, Bay 8, 14 Thevenaz Industrial Trail, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 2J5 within 14 days following the date of this notice. You may not appeal a Permitted Use unless it involves a relaxation, variation or misinterpretation of the Land Use Bylaw. For further information please contact the Development Offi cer at 403-887-2822.
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69 years ago ...From the issue of August 29, 1945In connection with the National
Clothing Collection, Oct. 1-20, Mr. C. B. Pugh has agreed to act as local chairman. It is hoped that all organi-zations will assist in the work to ensure complete district coverage.
The purpose is to collect serviceable
used clothing — not new clothing — for people in allied war-devastated countries. The success of any commu-nity’s efforts will be measured by the amount of used clothing it mutually collects.
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S. L. Burge Toye, R.C.A.F., Pte. Bill Pierce, Canadian Army, and F/O Frank Minton, R.C.A.F. have returned home from overseas.
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The work of remodelling and entirely repainting the interior and exterior of the Vet’s hall is almost complete.
Last week a number of Vets took part in a painting and clean up “bee”. One more “bee” will just about get the place ready for occupancy. Cool damp weather today prevented the comple-
tion of the exterior painting, but this will be done as soon as possible.
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A total of 2.91 inches of precipita-tion fell during an electric storm Saturday evening.
50 years ago ...From the issue of September 10, 1964
The last long weekend of summer proved to be rather bleak, cold and wet, as the Labour Day holiday pro-vided a fizzle of an ending for sum-mer recreation. On the whole the sum-mer just past did not come up with good holiday weather. The first two weeks of July were lovely and two fine weekends brought out some of the largest crowds ever seen at Sylvan Lake.
Rain, wind and generally cloudy
and cool weather prevailed for most of the rest of July and August.
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Mrs. Norma McNamara has had word from the Dept. of Extension, University of Alberta, that the Sylvan Lake Art Class will be discontinued this winter. Classes throughout the province are being consolidated and held only in larger centres.
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Sylvan Lake Library will be open Tuesday evenings during September, as well as Friday afternoons. Mrs. McClean, librarian, announces that she will continue to keep the library open on some evenings during the week for the winter.
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13.6 inches of rain has been record-ed since the beginning of May.
EDITORIAL
Summer, like all good things, must come to an endThey say all good things must
come to an end.Do you think they mean sum-
mer?Anyway, the truth is it is almost
time for the wheel of seasons to do another spin, spinning us, without further ado, out of summer and into fall.
It’s sad, but predictable, and there is nothing to be done about it except, of course, move to one of those countries where summer lives on forever, hiding fall and winter and spring under a lush foli-age of green, nurtured constantly by the sun.
School starts this week and, no doubt, the stu-dents will be assigned the inevitable essay of writ-ing about what they did on their summer vacation.
At the risk of sounding somewhat like the immature kid that I really am, the one I keep under wraps and covered up with all this wrinkly mature skin, I have decided to write about my summer, as well.
For me, I think the best thing, the truly great thing about summer, was the colour that gets splashed haphazardly on the canvas of each and every day.
And the wonderful, warm, cozy and consistent heat.
Nice! I so don’t want it to go away.Anyway, even at my age, when summer camps
and empty moments with nothing to do are only illusions of the past, summer, just like always, is kind of like magic.
Perhaps it is because summer seems to bring with it those quick, shining moments gone as quickly as bubbles blown into the air by a child with a tiny wand and a bottle full of liquid deter-gent.
For me, waterskiing held such a bubble-like moment.
“She’s up,” the occupants of the boat yelled, as I shakily rose out of the water, my feet firmly encased in two skis, a death grip on the rope.
My water-ski was short and sweet and I was happy to sit in the boat later wrapped in a towel almost as wet as me and watch my daughter grace-fully maneuver the wake and the boat waves.
But I did it; even though my son said I was almost a hundred years old and it was no wonder it took me so long to put the skis on.
This summer, I did something I have never done before.
I helped tag a turkey vulture.My goodness, who’d have ever believed it. A
few short months ago, I had no idea what a turkey vulture even was.
We tagged the bird in the middle of a field after my turkey vulture-tagging friend brought it out of
a building that was, but shouldn’t have been, standing.
Onlookers watching us put the tag on made me squirm uncomfort-ably (as much as I could squirm while wearing these uncomfortably form-fitting coveralls).
“I have never done this,” I explained to the people with the curious eyes in an undertone.
“City girl,” my friend added, shooting them a conspiratory look.
The bird seemed big and not particularly attractive, but when we were done and we saw
another turkey vulture soaring in the sky, almost motionless against the brilliant blue, I had to admit the bird was quite impressive, especially for a city girl such as myself.
The summer was full of lots of perfect bubble-like moments of perfection that somehow have since dissolved into the air like they never hap-pened.
But, still, I know they will keep me warm in the deep, dark days of winter the Farmer’s Almanac predicts are coming.
And that is why I love summer.This year and every year!
TREENA MIELKE BLACK
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Ballot - Joel Sinkwich was one of the many people on Saturday who entered the draw for tickets to the Hockeyville pre-sea-son NHL game in Sylvan Lake later this month. There are still two more chances to enter draws for tickets. Ballots can be com-pleted at the Multiplex on Saturday (Sept. 6) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., or on Sunday (Sept. 7) from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Information on eligi-bility is available on the Sylvan Lake Hockeyville 2014 Facebook page.
STUART FULLARTON
Resident alerted by neighbour to attempted theft
August 232:05 a.m. – RCMP were con-
tacted after a resident reported a group of youths trying to steal items out of his backyard. The complainant was alerted by his neighbour and he attempted to follow the youths in order to obtain a description. Two youths were apprehended by RCMP a short time later. The incident remains under investi-gation.
9:40 a.m. – A domestic dis-pute resulted in the arrest of a 29-year-old Sylvan Lake male. A 911 call was received by dis-patch of a female requiring assistance. RCMP arrived at the residence on 50th Avenue and questioned a 23-year-old female who was suffering from non-life threatening injuries. The female was transported by EMS to hos-pital for treatment. A 29-year-old male is charged with assault and forcible confinement and was remanded in custody due to a breach of existing parole con-ditions.
10:12 a.m. – Another domes-tic situation was reported to RCMP at a residence on Bowman Circle. A 23-year-old female reported that she was having a verbal alterca-tion with her 21-year-old ex-boyfriend and that items were being thrown about inside the house. Police attended and the situa-tion was resolved.
There was some minor damage observed inside the residence, however charges were not laid as there was no evidence of physical assault.
August 247:49 a.m. – Police attended
the Ridgewood Community Hall on Range Road 10 in Red Deer County after reports of a break in. The complainant had responded to a call of a com-mercial alarm at that location and discovered that entry was made to the facility. A dryer and a point of sale card machine were stolen.
August 2611:15 a.m. – A male is facing
impaired driving charges in relation to a complaint of an erratic driver on Range Road 30 in Red Deer County. A witness reported a vehicle being driven erratically, almost hitting the ditch a couple of times and driv-ing on the wrong side of the road nearly causing a head on collision. RCMP attended and found the suspect vehicle stopped in the middle of the road. The driver was questioned and a roadside screening device was utilized. A 63-year-old Red Deer County male is subse-quently charged with impaired driving and having a blood alcohol level over .08.
August 287:26 p.m. – RCMP were con-
tacted after a witness reported seeing an individual spray painting graffiti on fences and sheds in the vicinity of 50A Avenue in Sylvan Lake. One shed was damaged with a fluo-rescent paint as well as an aban-doned commercial building. The suspect had fled the area prior to police arrival.
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COUNCIL MEETINGSeptember 8, 2014Municipal Government Building 6:00 pm
MPC MEETINGSeptember 15, 2014Municipal Government Building6:00 pm
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETINGOctober 1, 2014Municipal Government Building6:00 pm
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Employment Opportunities
HOME SUPPORTPART TIME – 24 – 32 HOURS/WEEK Home Support Workers will provide routine homemaking and housekeeping duties for low income seniors and for low income adults with disabilities or short term medical conditions. Home Support Workers are friendly visitors in the clients’ homes performing home support duties on a weekly or bi-weekly basis as determined and scheduled by the Seniors Services Coordinator. Hours and days of work will vary depending on program need. Responsibilities: . Vacuuming, dusting, washing fl oors, cleaning washrooms . Cleaning and organizing kitchen appliances and cupboards, removing unnecessary clutter from hallways and pathways that could potentially cause falls/injuries . Laundry and other related laundry tasks . Helping clients to create grocery lists, meal planning and assisting with the preparation of meals and snacks – i.e. opening cans; placing food in the microwave and/or oven – the Home Support Worker will not bring home made meals or beverages into the clients’ homes or prepare meals for clients . Monitor necessary housekeeping supplies and equipment (client provides cleaning supplies and equipment) . Report to the Senior Services Coordinator any issues, concerns or hazards concerning clients . Adherence to the Home Support Operating Procedures and Code of Conduct . Administrative duties such as completion and submission of all home support services reports/forms to the Senior Services Coordinator . Refer clients to the Senior Services Coordinator to make changes to their schedule or for any other concerns, questions or referrals
Qualifi cations: . Grade 12 diploma or equivalent, Health Care Aide Course or equivalent . Excellent interpersonal skills with people of all ages . Excellent time management/organizational skills . Experience working with seniors . Ability to adhere to terms of the Confi dentiality Agreement . A valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License; valid Standard First Aid / CPR Certifi cate . Current Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Checks . Must be in good physical condition i.e. being able to lean over bathtub, vacuuming, lifting laundry, scrubbing fl oors You have a strong desire to be a 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. This currently is a 32 hours/week position, with a future move to 24 hours/week and we offer competitive rates and a supportive work environment. If this position intrigues you, please submit your resume in confi dence by Sept 7, 2014 to: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 Attention: Human Resources Fax: 403-887-3660 Email: [email protected] This position will stay open until a suitable candidate is found.
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YOUTH CENTRE LEADERPART TIME – 12-20 HOURS PER WEEK REPORTS TO: Youth Services Supervisor Summary of Function: Under the direction of the Youth Services Supervisor, the Youth Services Worker serves as a facilitator, contact and resource person for youth participating in the Sylvan Lake FCSS Youth Services Afterschool Programs. This position plans, coordinates,
POOL CLOSURE NOTICE:The Aquatic Centre will be closed for annual maintenance from September 2-22. The Recreation Offi ces (including reception) will be open 8:00am-4:00pm.
RECYCLING AND YARD WASTE COLLECTIONThe Town of Sylvan Lake understands that the current Green Box/Yard Waste Collection Program has not been to our community’s regular standards. Please know that the Town recognizes this, and is currently reviewing potential contracted service providers to offer improvements to the Recycling and Yard Waste Collection Program. This new service provider will strive to zero missed Recycling and Yard Waste pick ups. Until then, Town Public Works staff will gladly swing by your home, and collect anything that is missed - 403 887 2800. Thank you to everyone for your understanding and patience during this transition.
CALL FOR MEMBERS Town of Sylvan Lake -Board/Committee Vacancies Subdivision & Development Appeal Board (2 Vacancies) Hears appeals on developments and subdivisions within the regulations of the MGA. (2 year term) Municipal Planning Commission (4 Vacancies) Approves and provides direction of development in the Town. (1 year term) Community Services Committee (2 Vacancies) Provides recommendations related to community opportunities and challenges. (2 year term) Family & Community Support Services (1 Vacancy) Annually participates in FCSS budget process & distributes grant funding. (2 year term) Sylvan Lake Municipal Library (3 Vacancies) Responsible for the effective and responsible operation of the library. (3 year term) Senior Citizen’s Lodge Foundation (3 Vacancies) Ensures adequate accommodation, health care, public services and recreational activities for resident senior citizens. (2 year term) Friends of Sylvan Lake Provincial Park (1 Vacancy) Support the operation, maintenance and facilities of the Sylvan Lake Provincial Park. (2 year term) Industry Advisory Group The group’s purpose is to liaise with the municipality and industry facilitating communication, problem resolution and better relationships. This group is for local developers and others who are developing properties within the municipality.
Additional information regarding the mandates of the Boards & Committees and application forms can be found on our website at www.sylvanlake.ca or by contacting Mary Rose at the Town Offi ce 403.887.2141.
monitors and oversees assigned youth leadership and personal development programs and activities. They also supervise volunteers and Leaders in Training. Typical work shifts are Monday-Friday, 3:00-9:00 pm. Responsibilities: . Provide and maintain a safe environment. Build and maintain consistent and positive rapport with youth and volunteers. . Administer Programs: The Flipside Youth Centre after school & evening programs including; cooking & nutrition, physical activity, leadership and homework help. . General Program Duties: Ensure physical and emotional safety of program participants. Schedule, set up and clean up activity. Evaluate and review ongoing and completed programs. . Volunteer Support: Support, supervise and train volunteers to assist in the operation of specifi ed Youth Services programs. Supervise, coach and mentor youth leaders, special project and community service volunteers. . Facility Management: Set up facility for activity which may include crafts, stereo equipment, lighting, games, food and beverages, etc. Report maintenance and repair problems. Maintain building cleanliness and perform minor janitorial tasks. . Administration and Clerical Duties: Maintain up-to-date fi les on participants and complete . statistical reports. . Customer Service: Answer questions through phone calls, emails and face to face inquiries. Maintain knowledge of the youth resources, activities, supports and services in our community. Monitor and create awareness of community event/activities for youth through the Youth Services offi ce.
Qualifi cations: . Considerable knowledge of youth leadership and personal development programs and administration; Considerable knowledge of the equipment, facilities, operations and techniques used in a comprehensive community youth program; . Must be 18 years of age or older . Must possess current certifi cation in CPR/Stand First Aid, or ensure this is in place before commencement of employment, Class 5 drivers license and own transportation. Class 4 license would be a major asset. . Ability to develop, coordinate, and facilitate varied youth driven activities within the youth services program; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with youth, parents, employees, supervisors, other agencies, community members, and the general public; Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; . Ability to plan for, maintain, and supervise the work of volunteers. . Profi ciency in the Microsoft Offi ce Suite.
Please submit cover letter and resume before September 7, 2014 to: Town of Sylvan Lake 4926 - 50 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1A1 Attention: Youth Services Program Supervisor Fax: 403-887-1194 Email: [email protected]
Please forward a letter of interest with relevant information and completed application form by Wednesday, October 15, 2014 to: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 48 Avenue Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 Attention: Mary Rose OR via e-mail to: [email protected]
PART-TIME LIFEGUARD/INSTRUCTOR – LEVEL 1 Responsibilities: . Delivery of the aquatic programs . Provide “on deck” supervision of pool area . Instruct swimming lessons . Participate in the daily operation and maintenance of the facility . Assist in administrative tasks & responsibilities Qualifi cations: . Lifeguard award . Standard First Aid certifi cation . Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certifi cation
A detailed job description can be obtained from the Town of Sylvan Lake Recreation & Parks Department. The hourly starting wage for this position is $17.15-$20.90 depending on qualifi cations. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. All successful applicants will be contacted for an interview. Please quote the competition number and submit cover letter and resumes to: Town of Sylvan Lake, RPC Department 4804 – 48 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1M6 Attn: Monique Pummings, Aquatic Supervisor – Recreation, Parks & Culture Fax: 403-887-2258 Email: [email protected]
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Invitation toTender
Request for Proposals
TRAFFIC SIGNALS – 47 AVENUE & HERDER DRIVE AND 50 STREET & 45 AVENUE
Sealed Bids clearly marked “BID FOR TOWN OF SYLVAN LAKE – TRAFFIC SIGNALS – 47 AVENUE & HERDER DRIVE AND 50 STREET & 45 AVENUE”
will be received by:
Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 – 48th Avenue Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 ATTENTION: David Kelham until 2:00:00 pm (local time), September 16, 2014.
Work includes, but is not limited to the following:
• Supply and Install of 50mm Traffi c Control Conduit by Open Excavation or Directional Drilling 650 lin.m
• Supply and Install of Junction Boxes 8 ea. • Supply and Install of a Traffi c Control System and Panel 2 ea. • Supply and Install of Traffi c Signal Poles 8 ea.• Supply and Install of an AutoScope Vehicle Detection System 2 ea. • Supply and Install of an Encom Radio System 2 ea.• Supply and install of Concrete Pedestrian Ramps 5 ea.• Various Signal Heads & Pole Appurtenances • Surface Repairs as Required
Various other related appurtenances and miscellaneous related works.
Copies of the Tender Documents will be available from Tagish Engineering Ltd. G4, 5550 45th Street, Red Deer, AB. on or after September 2, 2014 upon receipt of non-refundable deposit of $50.00 cash or cheque in the name of Tagish Engineering Ltd.
Inquiries shall be directed to the offi ce of Tagish Engineering Ltd, Red Deer Alberta, telephone 403-346-7710, Attention: Jared Payot – Project Manager.
LAGOON UPGRADE (Blower Lines Replacement)
Sealed Bids clearly marked “BID FOR TOWN OF SYLVAN LAKE, LAGOON UPGRADE (BLOWER LINES REPLACEMENT)”
will be received by:
Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 – 48 Ave Sylvan Lake, Alberta T4S 1G6 ATTENTION: David Kelham
until 2:30:00 pm (local time), September 16, 2014. Work includes, but is not limited to the following:
• Supply and install 200mm Steel Pipe Galvanized 201 lin.m.• Supply and install 250mm Steel Pipe Galvanized 73 lin.m.
Community Programs
FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM The Façade Improvement Program is designed to encourage retail and commercial building owners to invest in facade renovations and storefront upgrades by providing grants to cover a portion of renovation costs. Grants will be awarded to eligible applicants to cover up to 50% of the façade renovation costs, up to a maximum dollar value. The 2014 grant program will provide an incentive for 50th Street/Centennial Street buildings to complete façade upgrades that contribute to the Waterfront Area, by creating a more interesting and appealing street environment that attracts people and new businesses.
The program is intended to: • Enhance the appearance and charm of commercial
areas while making streets a more attractive, safe, and interesting place to walk.
• Help building owners attract and retain tenants. • Contribute to the quality of life of residents, workers,
and visitors. • Promote the marketability of the local business area. • Build civic pride among the local business community and
residents of the Town of Sylvan Lake.
Funding cannot be utilized for maintenance projects. Applications for grants must enhance the pedestrian experience and contribute to the character of the area. For the fi rst year, the program will be run as a pilot project that will focus on a small geographic area to assist downtown business revitalization.
This pilot project coincides with the Town’s plans to complete the 50th Street Redevelopment Plan Design in 2014, with street reconstruction slated for 2015. At the end of the fi rst year, the program will be evaluated on its success and any changes that are necessary will be made.
To download the online application visit: www.sylvanlake.ca and choose Town Projects
ROOFING WORK AT SYLVAN LAKE COMMUNITY CENTRE AND MUNICIPAL LIBRARY
The Town of Sylvan Lake is seeking Quotations from qualifi ed roofi ng contractors to replace the built-in gutter roof system at the Sylvan Lake Community Centre and/or to re-roof the shingled roof at the Municipal Library. Documents (electronic only) will be available on and after Wednesday, September 3, 2014 from the Alberta Purchasing Connection and COOLNet Alberta.
There is a meeting for prospective Proponents scheduled for Monday, September 8, 2014 at 10:00 a.m., MDT. The meeting will be held at the Community Centre located at 4725 43 Street. The meeting will then move to the Municipal Library which is located at 4715 50 Avenue. This meeting is optional for all prospective Proponents. Quotations must be presented or delivered in sealed packages, clearly marked “Quotations for Roofi ng Work at Sylvan Lake Community Centre and Municipal Library”. Faxed or other electronically transmitted submissions will NOT be accepted.
Completed Quotations must be received at: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 48th Avenue Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6
INVITATION TO SUBMIT PROPOSALCall for Proposal for Advertising to solicit, coordinate, and manage advertising at its ice facility and various outdoor amenities/spaces. Bidders will be required to secure advertising and work with existing advertising agreements. The Town will receive Proposals, in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Proposal to Advertise” until Tuesday September 30, 2014 at 1:00p.m. (“Tender Closing”).
Full Proposal Packages including Proposal Forms are found on The Town of Sylvan Lake’s website.
• Supply, place and compact 20mm crushed gravel 100 sq.m.• Supply, place and landscape construction area 1500 sq.m.
Various other related appurtenances and miscellaneous related works.
Copies of the Tender Documents will be available from Tagish Engineering Ltd. G4, 5550 45th Street, Red Deer, AB. on or after September 2, 2014 upon receipt of non-refundable deposit of $50.00 cash or cheque in the name of Tagish Engineering Ltd.
Inquiries shall be directed to the offi ce of Tagish Engineering Ltd, Red Deer Alberta, telephone 403-346-7710, Attention: Gerald Matichuk – Senior Project Manager.
no later than Friday, September 12, 2014 at 11:00 a.m., MDT. Late submissions will NOT be accepted.
All received Quotations will NOT be opened in public.
All inquiries related to this Request for Quotation shall be directed to: Mr. David Yee, P.Eng. Project Manager Town of Sylvan Lake Email: [email protected]
Drivers reminded to pay attention as the school year beginsSUBMITTED
The province is reminding Alberta driv-ers to take extra care and attention as school has begun and children are once again active in school zones, playgrounds and neighbourhoods.
Between 2008 and 2012, approximately
240 children under 15 were killed or injured while riding their bicycle or simply crossing the street on average each year.
“The death of any child is tragic, espe-cially when it is preventable. Everybody has a role to play in keeping our children safe,” said Wayne Drysdale, Alberta Minister of Transportation
Drivers play a large role in back to school safety. Be alert and use extra caution in school zones, near school buses and near playgrounds. Likewise, students need to be aware of traffic safety rules as pedestrians, bicyclists, skateboarders and school bus passengers.
Back to school facts
• Twice a day, every day during the school year, more than 6,000 school buses in Alberta safely transport 300,000 children to and from school.• School buses in Alberta travel an esti-mated 450,000 kilometres a day — that’s more than 10 times around the earth.
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AUCTION SALE FOR GORDON & TOM BARKERAUCTION SALE FOR GORDON & TOM BARKERSunday, September 7, 2014 • Sylvan Lake, Alberta • Time: 10:00 A.M.
County Sign: #39067 Hwy #20 Directions: 1 Kms North of the Junction of Hwy #11A & Hwy #20 (The Traffic Circle), East Side
ANTIQUE PUMP ENGINES - RESTORED
Selling Approx. 40 Running Engines
Fairbanks “Z” 15 Hp Elevator Engine c/w Steel Wheeled Truck Wagon, Fairbanks Canadian 1.5 & 3 Hp Engines, 3 - Fairbanks “D” 2 Hp Engines,
1913 IHC Famous 2.5 Hp Engine - Very Rare, IHC LA 5 Hp Engine, 2 - IHC LB 5 Hp Engine, 3 - IHC 3 to 5 Hp Engines, Cushman 4 Hp Vertical Binder Engine – Rare, Cushman 2 & 4 Hp Engines, 6 - JD 1.5 Hp Engines,
JD 3 Hp Engine, Lister 2 & 3 Hp Vertical Engines, MH 2, 3 & 4 Hp Engines, Various Other Engines from 1 Hp to 3 Hp - All Restored & Running, Various Parts Engines, Cranks, Magnetos, Carburetors & Engine Parts, Alamo Parts Engine
SKID STEER
Case 1840C Skid Steer c/w 62” Smooth Bucket, ROP, Heat, 3rd Valve & Only 2935 Hrs
TRACTORS
1948 Oliver 77 2wd Gas Tractor c/w Restored, 6 Cyl, 6 Spd, PTO, Pulley & Side Curtains, Good Rubber, Looks & Runs Excellent;
1947 IHC W6 2wd Gas Tractor c/w Runs Good, New Carb, Manifold & Front Tires
QUADS2008 Polaris Trail Boss 330 2wd Quad c/w Very Low Mileage, Immaculate, Like New, Only 1 Owner;
1999 Polaris Explorer 400 4x4 Quad c/w Auto, Winch, Only 1 Owner & Only 1,100 Original Miles; 2007 Children’s 150cc Quad - Like New; 2006 Children’s 150cc Quad - Like New; Folding Loading Ramps for Quad/Snowmobile
SHOP TOOLS & EQUIPMENTMiller MP45E 450 Amp Power Source Welder c/w 3 Phase, 230/460 Volt, Miller Dual Spool Wire Feed System; Miller Thunder Bolt 150 Amp AC/DC Welder; Miller 150 Amp Mig Welder c/w 20’ Ext. Cord; Oxy/Propane Cutting Torch; Yamaha 2000 Watt
Generator c/w Only 6 Hrs; Carolina 55 Ton Ind. Shop Press; Speeder 7” Power Hack Saw; Honda 5 Hp Tri-Plex Pressure Washer; Honda 11 Hp 3500 PSI Tri-Plex Pressure Washer; Berkley 220 Volt 3 Cyl 5 Hp Shop Compressor; Powerfi st Portable Sand Blaster; Dewalt 10” Radial Arm Saw; 14” Cut Off Saw; Jonsered 2040 Turbo 16” Chain Saw; Skill Saws; New 1” Air Impact Wrench; 1/2” & 3/4” Air Impact Wrenches; 13 Spd 1/2” Table Mtd. Drill Press; Makita 4” Planer; 8” Bench Grinder; Air Hose Reel; Vises; 4’x4’ Steel Welding Table; Engine Hoist & Stand; Hyd. Motor Cycle Stand; Large Lewis Anvil (Broken Heel); 8 Gal 4 Hp Shop Vac; Portable Air Tank; 3” Belt Sander; Rotary & Hand Sanders; Hyd. Jacks; Jack Stands; Implement Jack; Jackalls; Routers; Drills to ½”; Hand Grinders; 18V Cordless Drill Set; Misc Power Tools; Paint & Body Shop
Accessories; Flat Wrenches up to 1 ¼”; Socket Sets to 3/4” Drive; Gear Pullers; Misc. Hand & Power Tools; Grease/Oil Dispensers;
Shop Supplies; Chains & Boomers; 2” Electric Water Pump & Hose; Coil Spring Compressors; 20 Amp Battery Charger; Shovels, Rakes, Sledge Hammers, Bars & More
ANTIQUES2’x3’ Antique Cook Stove c/w Reservoir, Good Grates & Condition; 8 Gal Cream Can; Antique Ice Tongs & Cant Hook; Old Fanning Mill; Plus Many More Items
MISCELLANEOUS2 - Sections of 5’x30” Scaffolding; Fishing Supplies, Tackle & 2 New Large Fish Nets; 5 Gal Out Board Fuel Tank; 2 - Large 4’ Wooden Insulated Fish Boxes; 60 Gal Slip Tank & Pump; GE & Motorola 2 Way Radios; 2 - Pintle Hitches; Car Ramps; Tie Down Straps & Ratchet Winches; 2 - Truck Air Tanks; 4 - New 165x15” Tires; 2 - Vehicle Tow Bars; Ramsey 10 Ton PTO Truck Winch
Viewing & Demonstrations on
Saturday,Sept 6, 2014
from 1pm to 5pm
Owner’s Phone Number:
Tom403-887-5020, Gord
403-887-2750or Rick Horn 403-302-0987
*Lunch will be available
Celebrated
403-748-4455
Continued from Page 7• Approximately 70 per cent of casualty collisions and more than 90 per cent of property damage collisions involving a school bus occurred in urban areas.• About 50 per cent of the other drivers involved in collisions with school buses committed a driver error. The
most common driver error committed by other drivers was following too closely.• A number of municipalities around the province, including Edmonton and Calgary, are re-instituting school zones this fall and speed limits near schools will drop to 30 km/h.
School zones in effect A number of interactive safety demon-strations took place at a Canadian Home Builders’ Association - Central Alberta-hosted lunch in Ryders Ridge last week.
JOE FURMAN
Job site safety emphasized through
interactive demonstrations
STUART FULLARTONSYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Job site safety was the primary focus of a barbe-cue lunch hosted by Canadian Home Builders’ Association - Central Alberta (CHBA-CA) last week.
Organizers estimated between 50 and 70 residen-tial trade workers attended the free lunch event, which saw government and industry representatives host a variety of interactive safety demonstrations in Ryders Ridge.
“Even if we get one person to listen to us, we’ve done what we’re supposed to do, but we had the opportunity to talk to at least 50 or 70 of them,” said Denie Olmstead, CHBA-CA executive officer.
A similar event held in Red Deer in June attract-ed between 130 and 150 people, putting into per-spective the success of the Sylvan Lake event, he added.
“In comparison, the developments in Red Deer are much larger than the developments in Sylvan, so 50 to 70 was a great success,” he said.
While fun and interactive, the event — billed as a chance to “inform and educate residential construc-tion site workers regarding virtually every aspect of job site safety” — very much fulfilled its purpose, Olmstead felt.
Participants were given passports that were stamped after each interaction they had with one of the exhibitors on hand. Four stamps made them eligible for a number of door prizes.
Sylvan Lake firefighters and ATCO Gas represen-tatives were among the guests providing demonstra-tions, which related to Occupational Health and Safety, fire prevention, first aid and CPR, fire extin-guisher training, fall protection and the Call Before You Dig program.
Event partners and sponsors were also on hand to offer information and provide print correspon-dence.
While organizers hadn’t yet had a chance to gauge feedback from the event, it was, all in all, an effective way of delivering important messages, according to Olmstead.
“This was our first year of (hosting the barbecue), and I think it was successful enough that we want to continue on next year and make it an annual event.”
In 1970 Paul Simon of the group Simon and Garfunkel wrote the song “Bridge Over Troubled Water.” This song was the number 1 hit song for six weeks in the US and one week in the UK.
When you’re weary, feeling small,When tears are in your eyes, I will dry them all;I’m on your side. When times get roughAnd friends just can’t be found,Like a bridge over troubled waterI will lay me downLike a bridge over troubled waterI will lay my down.
All of us have had Troubled Waters whether it is friendships, fi nances, family, work, church, relationships, health, frustrations, stress to name a few.
Troubled Waters come and we all need a Bridge to help us over.
Psalm 147:3 reads “Jesus is the healer of the broken hearted.” When we allow Jesus to be a Bridge to our Heart, He will be a bridge to get us over troubled waters. When He becomes a Bridge, He will lay me down. When He becomes a Bridge, Jesus will be a healer of the broken hearted.
Troubled waters come, troubled waters go. Who will be your Bridge Over Troubled Water?
403-887-5687 Pastor Barry Sigurdsonat Steffie Woima School – 4720 45th Ave.Sunday School 9:45 am Worship Service 11:00 am
Zebra mussels busted twice at the border
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Alberta inspectors have discovered invasive mussels on two boats this summer, prompting a reminder for boaters to clean, drain and dry their boats.
The contaminated boats, intercepted at Dunmore and Vermilion weigh stations, were headed to Alberta waters from New York and Ontario.
One of the contaminated boat owners admitted he was very thankful for the inspection station, as he wouldn’t want to be responsible for bringing mussels into an Alberta lake.
Of the approximately 2,500 completed inspec-tions since June 9, two boats were found to have zebra mussels attached and 99 boats were deemed “high risk”, which means they were coming from states or provinces that are either infested with mussels or not currently implementing inspection and monitoring programs.
“Alberta is being very proactive in taking steps to stop invasive mussels from entering our lakes,” said Robin Campbell, Minister of Environment and Sustainable Resource Development. “Our suc-cess really depends on boaters taking advantage of inspection sites and always cleaning, draining and drying their boats. With only about half of boaters stopping to have their watercraft inspected this summer, stricter measures may be necessary to protect our waterways.”
Once introduced to a waterbody, zebra and quagga mussels are virtually impossible to eradi-cate and can cause millions of dollars in damage to water-operated infrastructure and harm aquatic ecosystems. An infestation in Alberta would have an estimated annual cost of $75 million.
If a boat is found to have mussels attached, it will be decontaminated and the owner may be directed to keep the watercraft out of the water for up to 30 days.
Inspections sites will remain open until the end of September and are located at Burmis, Coutts, Dunmore and Vermilion weigh stations, as well as at various provincial parks.
As an addition to the established inspection program, Alberta joined forces with Montana in a pilot project this summer using “sniffer” dogs to detect mussels at inspection sites. The project was the first of its kind in Canada and may become a permanent addition to the inspection program.
Call Alberta’s invasive species hotline at 1-855-336-BOAT (2628) to report zebra or quagga mus-sels.
Invasive mussels have been discovered on two boats travelling toward Alberta waters this summer. FILE
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Kids Eat FREEFriday Nights
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Visit us on Hwy 11A at Sylvan Corner Centre
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Your generous efforts and enthusiastic participation made the 12th Annual Jazz at the Lake Festival the best one ever! We appreciate your part in creating new
traditions in Sylvan Lake and look forward to next year.
The Jazz At the Lake Festival in Sylvan Lake would also like to thank the following businesses and individuals for their contributions to our silent auction.
Their generous support helped make our 12th annual festival a success!
THANK YOU TO OUR WONDERFUL JAZZ AT THE LAKE TEAM!
Town of Sylvan LakeAlberta Foundation for the ArtsCanadian TireCobb’s Block CentralRenX DevelopmentsThe Printing PlaceBenjamin Moore - The Paint Stop & Sylvan Lake RegistriesSylvan Lake Lions ClubHewlett Park LandingTrilliant Real Estate GroupThe Lake HouseRona Lakeside Building CentreRouillard Law Offi ceDr. Fred Janke PCBryan & Judy LambertsonSylvan Lake NewsServus Credit UnionCobb’s Clothing
2014 Premier Sponsors:2014 Festival Sponsors:Travel AlbertaRed Deer AdvocateGrand Central Stitchin’Meadowlands Golf ClubSylvan Lake Community Endowment FundThe DirectoryGraffi xstopAlliance Community ChurchSylvan Lake RotarySylvan AgenciesFas Gas/Parkland Fuel CorporationCKUA Radio NetworkCJSW-FMRoyal Canadian LegionRev. John & Harla YoosFarmers MarketA Bear & Bison B&B CanmoreJim Guloien & Jamie JohansonRandy Fiedler PhotographyOne Wellness + Spa CanmoreIron Goat Restaurant CanmoreJubilations Dinner Theatre/WOW! ProductionsTim Horton’sRed Deer Festival of the Performing ArtsRed Deer CollegeSylvan Celebration of MusicAlf Moore/Remax Real Estate
Artemis Jewellers Red Deer, ABB & T Autobody Sylvan Lake, ABGlaide Benjamin Calgary, ABBest Western Plus Chateau Inn Sylvan Lake, ABBeyond Hair Sylvan Lake, ABBody Aware Wellness Centre Sylvan Lake, AB
2014 Silent Auction Donors:
Body Basics Fitness Centre Red Deer, ABBrian Herrick Lacombe, ABBricks 4 Kidz Red Deer, ABCafé Radio Carstairs, ABCarvella Café Benalto, ABClaude Godin’s Music & Groove Red Deer, ABClowes Fine Jewellers Red Deer, ABCocoa Lady – Chocolates by
Bernard Callebaut Red Deer, AB Doctors EyeCare Red Deer & Sylvan Lake, ABEclectica Fashions Sylvan Lake, ABFrankie Genereaux Sylvan Lake, ABJan Boydol Photography Calgary, ABKRAZE 101.3 FM Lacombe, ABLakewood Golf Resort Sylvan Lake, ABThe Liquor Hutch Red Deer County, ABNatural Solutions Health Store Sylvan Lake, ABParty Lite – Suzanne Leshchyshyn Sylvan Lake, ABRandy Fiedl er Photography Sylvan Lake, ABThe River 100.7 FM Red Deer, ABSaks Shoes Sylvan Lake, ABSnap Fitness Sylvan Lake, ABJohnny Summers Calgary, ABSunsport Recreation Sylvan Lake, ABSylvan Auto Centre Sylvan Lake, ABTom Lindl Guitar & Entertainment Innisfail, ABTop O’the Hill Golf Course Sylvan Lake, ABJulio Villegas Sylvan Lake, ABWaves Coffee House Sylvan Lake, ABRobert Young Calgary, AB
Flag tribute to adorn area
highway starting next month
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This fall will see an amazing tribute by Veterans Voices of Canada to our military heroes of Canada. This year, it will begin in Central Alberta, and we will go on next year to have the same tribute in each province across Canada.
On Oct. 25, Veterans Voices of Canada will begin the placing of the first of 115 Canadian Flags of Remembrance, each representing 1000 Canadian fallen soldiers from 1900 to 2014. These particular flags will begin to be placed along the side of Highway 11, just east of the Highway 20 Sylvan Lake intersection. It should extend a quar-ter kilometre or so, making a very impressive sight.
Each flag can be sponsored by anyone who wants to give tribute. This can be family, an indi-vidual or business, or someone who just wants to give tribute to any veteran of their choice. The service person can be living or deceased.
This firstly will be an amazing tribute to the fallen of Canada’s military services, and secondly will be an all important campaign for Veterans Voices of Canada to help continue what it does best, which is honouring our veterans, old and young, through on-camera documentation of our Canadian military veterans for history and educa-tion. For each flag, we are asking for a minimum donation of $200. If successful, this would raise $20,000 for our organization. First come, first served basis.
This tribute to our serving and fallen will begin to build at noon on Saturday, Oct. 25, with the flags sponsored at that point. We will continue to add flags as they are sponsored until we reach 115 flags. Flags will remain in place until Nov. 11, where the sponsor will be present when it is taken down, and their flag and commemorative plaque will be handed over to them as a keepsake. This will be a ceremony with last post played as well.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact Allan Cameron at 403-887-7114 or [email protected], or Darryn Blondheim at 403-505-9281 or [email protected].
Help us make this a successful and amazing tribute to our veterans!
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Council moving ahead with proposed outdoor rink project
STUART FULLARTONSYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Sylvan Lake town council is moving ahead with a proposal to develop a high-quality outdoor ice rink facility capable of hosting hockey games and other ice-related pursuits.
At a special meeting Tuesday night, councillors gave administration the green light to move ahead with the construction of the facility, which would be situated in Leader Field West, but only if a corporate sponsor for the project can be secured.
“It would be a facility that would have rental fees and user fees and everything else just like an indoor facility,” said Town com-
munications officer Joanne Gaudet. “It would be able to host games and things like that. It would be a much higher level than the outdoor rinks that we have for the com-munity.”
The Town hopes the creation of a new rink, along with the amenities that would accompany it, would alleviate pressure from the Multiplex, which has provided the town’s sole ice surface since the collapse of the Sylvan Lake Arena’s roof earlier this year.
“It’s something staff has been working on, in light of the arena collapse, knowing how many users we have and knowing how difficult it is to schedule everything that we’ve otherwise scheduled onto one ice surface,” said Gaudet.
Sponsorship is required to cover the entire cost of the project, according to a report to council. Gaudet said administra-tion would work to secure a project sponsor immediately, with the hopes of constructing the facility as soon as weather permits.
Nearby land and property owners will be “notified appropriately” of the project, should it go ahead, said Gaudet.
The facility would include a rink, pen-alty boxes, dressing rooms and a score clock.
The cost of the project in its entirety is believed to be around $500,000, which could increase in further years with the potential eventual addition of a roof and lighting.
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The Sylvan Lake & Area journey to enhanced health service delivery in the community, is moving forward!
Join us for a Town Hall Meeting on Sept. 10, as we update the community on our progress.
September 10, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pmSylvan Lake Family & Community Centre (4725 43 Street, Sylvan Lake)
www.sylvanlake.ca/urgentcare
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Frac sand transloading facility hearing set for MondaySTUART FULLARTON
SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
A Subdivision and Development Appeal Board hearing set for Sept. 15 in Eckville will centre around the recent approval of a temporary frac sand transloading facility in that town.
An application from Source Energy Services for the facility to be constructed on Station Grounds south of 50 Ave. was recently approved by the Municipal Planning Commission. But the decision is being appealed by some town resi-dents who live near the site — as well as others who don’t.
Town CAO Jack Ramsden said 15 separate appeals have been submit-ted, on a number of grounds.
Some residents feel the station’s proposed location relative to nearby
residences and businesses is inappro-priate due to the nature of the proposed operation. Increased traffic and noise, and non-conventional working hours are among some of the other concerns expressed.
A Source Energy Services repre-sentative said every effort would be made by the company at the hearing to answer questions and clarify any misinformation that may exist, and to present a full disclosure of infor-mation as it relates to the proposed facility.
There are several scenarios that could play out as a result of the hear-ing, according to Ramsden.
“(The board) can do basically three things: They can uphold the appeal and turn down the develop-ment permit; they could uphold the permit and leave it as it was; or they
could also approve the permit and add condi-tions,” he said.
The hearing will take place at the Eckville Legion at 6:30 p.m. Open to the public, it’s being held at the Legion to allow for a larger number of people, as well as extra space for the provision of any evidence that may be presented.
A final decision on the matter may not be arrived at by the end of the hearing, and will be made in closed session.
Whatever the outcome, Ramsden hopes it will prove positive.
“I want what’s good for the community,” he said.
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A backyard party fundraiser for the MS Society of Canada was well attended in Sylvan Lake on Saturday. HAROLD FISHER
Backyard party raises nearly $2,000
for MS SocietySTUART FULLARTON
SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
A community gathering of family, friends and neighbours on Saturday resulted in nearly $2,000 being raised for the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society of Canada.
The backyard party, held in Westwood Lanes, saw about 50 people bid on a variety of silent auc-tion items in support of the cause, and enjoy the musical entertainment of Flashback Freddy throughout the evening.
Treena Mielke, who both hosted and helped organize the party, was astounded by the level of generosity shown by those who attended.
“It still surprises me — the generosity and the enthusiasm,” she said. “It just gives you a really good feeling.”
This year marked the second time the party has been hosted by Mielke, whose husband and daughter both have MS. But the event wasn’t always intended to be a fundraiser, she explained.
“It started out as one of my bucket list items to just have a party outside with a fire and music and everything, kind of using MS as an afterthought to just raise money if people want to make a dona-tion,” she said. “Then my sister said let’s do a silent auction, and the silent auction has really taken off.”
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for September 6 & 725 Fulmar Close 1 – 4:00 p.m.Here is a great Custom Falcon built property with all kinds of pluses from 4 bedrooms, 3 baths huge attached garage, cathedral ceilings, pantry, built in book cases, SUN ROOM and so much more, you must come and see for your self!
A 15-minute heli-copter ride was one of the many items up for grabs through the auc-tion, and brought in $150 for the cause.
About $1,200 was raised through last year’s party, and Mielke was pleasantly surprised by its significant growth this year.
She’s planning on hosting it again next year, possibly in a small indoor venue. The move, she said, would allow for even more people to attend, and provide adequate shelter in the event of inclem-ent weather.
“The heavens opened up (on Saturday) and it poured rain, which kind of added to it, and there were some people danc-ing in the rain,” she said. “The tent helped, of course, but we’re think-ing next year we might see about getting a small hall and maybe making it a bit bigger.”
Donations are still being accepted before the funds are delivered to the MS Society’s Central Alberta chapter in Red Deer. Information on how to donate is available by calling Mielke at 403-350-9453.
In the meantime, Mielke is hoping people will mark down next year’s party in their cal-endars.
“People just love it, and it’s so worthy,” she said. “It’s for a really good cause.”
Summer fun - The Sylvan Lake Municipal Library’s 2014 TD Summer Reading program has come to an end, leaving plenty of fond mem-ories in its wake. Participating youths enjoyed a fun-filled summer of reading, games, crafts and activities.
Stephanie Taralsonwas admitted to the Degree of Bachelor of Music, with distinction, University of
Victoria, BC
CONGRATULATIONSand tons of love from your
family; Ken, Judy, Kate, Ethan and Levi
Dale, Angie, big sister Emily and big brother Luke are thrilled to announce the arrival of
AVA RHYAN,born July 24, 2014
weighing 8 lbs. 10 oz
Proud Grandparents are Bob and Lorraine Dykstra, Jim and Gloria Stubbins, and
Gerry and Lucille Hornung.
Welcomed by many proud uncles, aunts and cousins.
JOHANNSON� �The family of Fred invite you to
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September 13th • 2 – 4 PMLions Hall – 5119 50A Ave.
Birthday wishes only please.
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Special EventsEvery Friday evening. Meat draw and steak & chicken barbecue at Sylvan Lake Legion beginning at 6:30 pm. Tuesdays, starting Sept. 9 - Taoist Tai Chi classes from 6:30-8:30 pm at the Anglican Church hall. For info 403-346-6772. www.taoist.org.Friday, Sept. 5 & Saturday, Sept. 6 - Maritime Bash, A Newfoundland Evening, at Sylvan Lake Legion. Featuring authentic Newfie screech, the Atlantic Storm band, & Elvis and Johnny Cash imperson-ators. Friday is cod dinner, Saturday is steak and lobster. Tickets available at the Legion.Sunday, Sept. 7 - 23rd annual Harvest Festival at Dickson Store Museum from 12-4:30 pm. Continuous entertainment, vendors, Danish and traditional food, ice cream, door prizes, 50/50 draws and a kiddies corral with lots of games and cream can train rides. To book a table or for information call 403-728-3355.Thursday, Sept. 11 - Family & Community Information Fair from 5-8 pm at Sylvan Lake’s community cen-tre. Discover what’s available in your community, register for programs. If your organization would like a table call 403-887-1137. Free bbq hosted by mayor and council.Friday, Sept. 12 - Dessert and Entertainment Night at Eckville Manor House featuring Leanne Hall and the Freedom Seekers performing from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wonderful desserts and coffee to follow. Tickets available at the door, $5 each. Come and join in on a fun night!Saturday, Sept. 13 - Looking for a stress-buster for clients, employees and friends? How about an eve-ning of non-stop laughs, buffet dinner and drinks with great prizes? Three world-acclaimed stand-up comedians at Red Deer & District SPCA Raise the Woof event at Red Deer Curling Centre. It will be a howling good time. Tickets available from www.reddeeerspca.com.Saturday, Sept. 27 - Central Alberta Singles dance 8:30 pm at Innisfail Legion Hall. Music by Lost Highway. For info call Elaine 403-341-7653 or Murray 403-357-8022. Everyone welcome.Wednesday, Oct. 1 - Speech-Language Pathology Services is offering free walk-in clinics for preschool
children ages 1-5 to meet with a Registered Speech-Language Pathologist. 1–4 pm at Sylvan Lake Community Health Centre, 4602 – 49 Avenue. No appt necessary. Call 403-887-2241 for more infor-mation.
Support ProgramsWednesdays - 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.Sylvan Lake Al-Anon (for families and friends of alcoholics) 8 pm Sundays, Presbyterian Church (north door), Kathy 403-887-4470 or Robyn 403-887-2961. 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 take place Thursday nights at 7:30 pm at Bethany Sylvan Lake, 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 eventsAt the Seniors’ Centre: Mondays - Wii bowling; Tuesdays Exercise Class, Drop-in Whist and other games; Wednesdays - lunches, Bible study, Beginner art classes; Thursdays - Alberta Seniors Benefit Program; Fridays - Yoga, forums, bridge. Bus trips and foot care clinics. For more info call 403-887-5428.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.Thursdays - Sylvan Lake Seniors Bus to Red Deer. Pick-up starts at 9:15 am. Returning to Sylvan 1 pm from Parkland Mall. Call Don/Lydia Lanterman at 403-864-2230. Thursdays - Community Bingo at Sylvan Lake Seniors’ Centre. Precall at 6:30 bingo starts at 7 pm. Canteen opens at 5:30 pm.
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. Takes place Mondays 9-11:30 am; Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30-11:30 am; Thursdays 12:30-2:30 pm. at the community centre. Contact Kari for information 403-392-0323.Girl Guides programs running in Sylvan Lake, Bentley and Eckville. Open to young ladies from five years old to adult. For more info, contact Jessica at 403-896-4534 or Mandy at 403-597-9813, or visit www.girlguides.ca.
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Flyboarding taking off in Central AlbertaJENNA SWAN
RED DEER EXPRESS
A new sport has taken the world by a watery storm in the last few years.
Since its invention in 2011 by French watercraft rider Franky Zapata, flyboarding has since created a following around the world, North
America and locally in Sylvan Lake. Co-owner of Alberta Flyboard
Inc. Brody Wells said he will never forget the first time he witnessed the sport while searching YouTube.
“I had just purchased a jet-ski and was looking for new ways to make it a little bit more interesting and unique,” said Wells. “I came across a flyboarding video and thought to
myself what better way to go out and use your jet ski.”
Flyboarding works as an extension of your per-sonal watercraft or Jet Ski by using that craft’s propulsion system to drive the flyboard through the air and water.
A flyboard rider will then stand on the board, connected to it by the boots on their feet, allowing them to seemingly fly through the air or dive head first through the water.
Continued on Page 15
Alberta Flyboarding instructor Nikki Wallace soars above Sylvan Lake.
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is looking for a great character to join our highly interactive, professional team as an
OFFICE MANAGERAs Offi ce Manager, you will provide leadership, coaching and administration to the deposit services department of the credit union. As with every position in the credit union, you will be responsible for acquiring, building and managing the best possible business relationships with our members. You will be successful in this role if:
• You bring an excellent attitude and willingness to play an active role on our team
• You value and expect increased knowledge through training• You are an excellent communicator• You love helping people• You adapt easily to changing circumstances
Position Requirements:• Considerable knowledge of retail banking operations, including
compliance• At least 5 years of experience in direct supervision of employees• Comfortable with various forms of software (Windows, MS Offi ce,
web browser etc)
For a complete outline of position responsibilities, go to www.eckvillecu.com
As a reward for your hard work and devotion to our team, a highly competitive compensation system is off ered, including:
• Monthly salary of $4,821 - $6,026, and• Re-earnable Compensation of up to 7% of salary
If you think that you have what our team needs, please send your resume and cover letter to:
Box 278, Eckville, AB T0M 0X0Phone: 403-746-2288 Fax: 403-746-3737
Flyboarding . . .Continued from Page 14
Upon seeing the video, Wells contacted a com-pany who allowed him to gain the rights to become the sole distributor and dealer for fly-boards in Alberta. Along with a friend, Wells trav-eled to Florida to the company’s training facilities where he learned safety practices and techniques associated with the boards.
“In Florida we hopped into some fairly murky water that may have had more than a few alligators and crocodiles in it,” recalled Wells.
“When we got to the water there was a 6 ft. baby crocodile right beside the dock and the guys are saying ‘Oh that’s just a baby,’ and we’re just standing there thinking ‘What better incentive to stay above the water’.”
Soon after trying the sport, NBD Water Sports was created by Wells and his business partner Rodney Biggar, which has since undergone a rebrand to become Alberta Flyboarding in 2013.
Wells and Biggar have since started flyboarding locations in Cold Lake, Wabamun Lake, and Jackfish Lake and hope to have two to four more locations throughout Alberta in upcoming sea-sons.
Since the invention of the flyboard and its increasing popularity, competitions across the world have been popping up, including the Flyboarding World Championships, which were held in Doha, Qatar, in both 2012 and 2013.
Wells, along with a few associates, travelled to the games both years where Wells was among
the top 10 to compete in 2012. The crew of Canadians declared themselves the unofficial ‘Team Canada’ of the championships.
Recently the team travelled to the 2014 Flyboard North American Championships at the Waterfront Festival in Toronto June 20 to 22.
“The North American Championships really just spurred me to continue to push myself and continue training,” said Wells. “When I saw what skill level some of these riders are carrying with such an early sport, it really blew me away. There are a lot of people out there running double back flips and all sorts of crazy tricks.”
While Wells explained there have certainly been ups and downs to getting the sport going in Alberta, he said, “Seeing that reaction on people’s faces when they figure it out and the look of disbe-lief in their eyes when they get up on the board for the first time makes it all worth it.”
A particular struggle Wells faced in the early days of Alberta Flyboard was finding an insurance company to back such a new sport despite proven safety measures.
“When you call up an insurance company and try to explain to them what you want to do they kind of gasp — ‘You want to do what? Strap a jet-pack to yourself and fly around? I don’t think so’.
“But once we found someone who understood what we were doing, saw how safe it was, saw our extensive safety practices and what we went through to make sure our customers were safe and comfortable, it was a breeze.”
Alberta Flyboard, then NBD Water Sports, experienced coverage on a national level when CBC-TV personality Rick Mercer visited Sylvan Lake and stated, “It’s one of those things you can’t believe you’re seeing, and it has barely even begun.”
Servus Credit Union is pleased to welcome Jocelynn Wells as the new manager at our Sylvan Lake branch.
Jocelynn has a history of managerial experience, and has
been with Servus for over 22 years. She’s proud of Servus’
strong community investment roots. Jocelynn believes you
get what you give. Her commitment to giving back and
building relationships ensures your banking experience is
a positive one.
Jocelynn is active in local initiatives, and participates with
the Sylvan Lake Foundation. She looks forward to making
a difference in the community with her teammates at the
Sylvan Lake location.
Come by the branch and meet Jocelynn.
Welcome Jocelynn Wells
Sylvan Lake branch 4811 – 50 Street 403.887.3353
“The North American Championships really just spurred me to continue to push myself and
continue training,”Brody Wells, co-owner of Alberta Flyboard Inc.
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CBC-TV personality Rick Mercer gets a lesson in flyboarding during a 2012 visit to Sylvan Lake. FILE
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Upon request we will make arrangements in the comfort
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Have questions about funerals and cremation? We invite you to come in and discuss your questions with us at no cost or obligation.
Thanks to the generous support of local businesses, the 2014 TD Summer Reading
program at the Sylvan Lake Municipal Library has been a fantastic success, with a total of more than three-hundred participants taking part in the weekly draws, weekly clubs, or in other activities. The library is grateful
for the enthusiasm of participants and the generosity of sponsors.
To fi nd out about the books, games, activities and crafts used, visit the children’s blog at
http://sylvanlakelibrarykids.blogspot.com
The Sylvan Lake Municipal Library provides free programs for children, teens and adults,
as well as free computer and wifi access.
Further information can be found by calling 403.887.2130, or on the Library’s website: www.sylvanlibrary.prl.ab.ca
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First day back - Mrs. Clark’s Grade 5 class at CP Blakely School enjoyed the comfortable seating arrangements in school’s staff room, while Mr. Pizzey’s students made the most of the airy atmosphere of the gym during their first day back at school on Tuesday. The school’s Grade 5 classes are currently awaiting the completion of their portable classrooms. The school’s first assembly of the year was held at the Community Centre. SUBMITTED PHOTOS
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SUMMER VILLAGE OF BIRCHCLIFFPUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE is hereby given that the Development Offi cer or the Municipal Planning Commission of the Summer Village of Birchcliff has approved the issuing of a development permit for the following discretionary use: DETACHED GARAGE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT # 141562-3349 Birchcliff Road, Lot 16, Block 1, Plan 062 0201 AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT you may appeal Discretionary approvals to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, as provided for in Part 17, of the Municipal Government Act. Written statements relevant to the development and reasons for the appeal along with a $200 appeal fee should be submitted to the Summer Village of Birchcliff, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, Bay 8, 14 Thevenaz Industrial Trail, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 2J5 within 14 days following the date of this notice. You may not appeal a Permitted Use unless it involves a relaxation, variation or misinterpretation of the Land Use Bylaw. For further information please contact the Development Offi cer at 403-887-2822.
Dated this 28th day of August, 2014.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Recently-retired coach John Kriekle (left) was presented a framed jersey on Saturday in recognition of his eight years of coaching minor football in Sylvan Lake. Coach Dave Berg (right) was among those who paid tribute to Kriekle during the halftime presentation. STUART FULLARTON
Kriekle recognized for contribution to
minor footballSTUART FULLARTON
SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
The Sylvan Lake Bantam Lions football team marked the end of an era with a halftime presentation to recently-retired coach John Kriekle during their season opener at HJ Cody on Saturday.
Kriekle retired at the end of last season, ending his eight years of coaching minor football in Sylvan
Lake.On Saturday, he was presented a
framed jersey complete with the names of every player, coach and manager he worked with throughout his tenure.
“For me, it wasn’t really a sacrifice at all,” he said. “It was just coming out here and doing football with a bunch of friends — and I considered all of my players that I coached friends for life.”
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Going back to school not such a bad thing after allDear Editor,
My name is Ayla Mykyte and I am a former student of Benalto School (Kindergarten to Grade 6). In my 12 years, I have never been in a better school.
What I love about this school is that they don’t just say their motto, ‘We care’ — they follow it every day.
Friends are everywhere. Everyone is willing to jump out and lend a hand if you are in need.
Currently, there are 37 pupils in this school and they all have had a once-in-a-lifetime experience on field trips or in regular classes.
Behind all fun times are the teachers, the par-ents, and the students, who all do everything from raising money, to just smiling.
We have split classes in Benalto. Some people shy away from split classes; however, from experi-ence you really do learn more from “big kids.”
In this school, we have some celebrations and programs that are so great! For example, Reading Buddies is a reading program where big kids read to little kids and little kids read to big kids.
Another example is a program for older kids. It’s a Leadership program that plans fun activities for the whole school acording to season, or just plain ol’ wacky hair days.
We also have a great celebration for Grade 6
farewell, and we even get to go to camp for one night and two days!
Parent council is always there to support a ton of field trips that we take throughout the year.
There are no words to describe the teachers; they are just awesome.
To conclude, it’s worth your time to check out Benalto School when you are thinking of an elementary school.
Did I say how awesome it is?Ayla Mykyte,
Benalto
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SUMMER VILLAGE OF BIRCHCLIFFPUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE is hereby given that the Development Offi cer or the Municipal Planning Commission of the Summer Village of Birchcliff has approved the issuing of a development permit for the following permitted use: CONSTRUCTION OF ATTACHED GARAGE, FOYER & SCREENED PORCH ADDITIONS DEVELOPMENT PERMIT # 141536331 BIRCHCLIFF ROAD, PART OF LOT 5, PLAN 6333 KS AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT you may appeal Discretionary approvals to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, as provided for in Part 17, of the Municipal Government Act. Written statements relevant to the development and reasons for the appeal along with a $200 appeal fee should be submitted to the Summer Village of Birchcliff, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, Bay 8, 14 Thevenaz Industrial Trail, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 2J5 within 14 days following the date of this notice. You may not appeal a Permitted Use unless it involves a relaxation, variation or misinterpretation of the Land Use Bylaw. For further information please contact the Development Offi cer at 403-887-2822.
Dated this 21ST day of August, 2014.
SUMMER VILLAGE OF JARVIS BAYPUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE is hereby given that the Development Offi cer or the Municipal Planning Commission of the Summer Village of Jarvis Bay has approved the issuing of a development permit for the following permitted use: DEMOLITION OF EXISTING CABIN, ACCESSORY BUILDING AND DOCK & CONSTRUCTION OF SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING AND DOCK. DEVELOPMENT PERMIT # 142140166 Jarvis Bay Drive, Lot 1, Block 5, Plan 7278 AA AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT you may appeal Discretionary approvals to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, as provided for in Part 17, of the Municipal Government Act. Written statements relevant to the development and reasons for the appeal along with a $200 appeal fee should be submitted to the Summer Village of Jarvis Bay, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, Bay 8, 14 Thevenaz Industrial Trail, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 2J5 within 14 days following the date of this notice. You may not appeal a Permitted Use unless it involves a relaxation, variation or misinterpretation of the Land Use Bylaw. For further information please contact the Development Offi cer at 403-887-2822.
Dated this 25th day of August, 2014.
WOULD YOU LIKE TOPLAY HOCKEY FOR FUN?
Rec Hockey is a no–hit league with a focus on learning skills, sportsmanship and team play. There is structured coaching and we play games against each other and other rec teams from the local area. Full equipment is required. Registration fee of $175.
No additional fundraising is required. Parents – come have fun with your kids!
General Meeting
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Register online at www.funteamalberta.comEasy payment accepted at the Aquatic Center.
Payment deadline Oct. 1, 2014.
Wed. Sept. 17th , 7 pm at the Community Centre
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Continued from Page 17Kriekle said he was honoured to
be recognized, and admitted it felt a “little different” to be on the other side of the field as he watched the Lions’ home opener on Saturday against Hunting Hills Lightning — which the Lions lost 54-20.
Working with such a great group of youths is what he says he’ll miss most about being a coach.
“It’s just so delightful working with kids that aren’t tainted or spoiled by society,” he said. “They’re just honest, and they are what they are.”
Team manager Diana Zenert worked alongside Kriekle, and said she felt “privileged” to have him coach all three of her sons.
“It really does take a special per-son, I think, to be able to know the balance between being (a player’s) friend, and being their coach, and he really understands that balance,” she said. “Those boys respect him like no
other, and he’s able to get what he needs out of them, when he needs it, during games and otherwise.”
Lions coach Dave Berg also joined in the tributes to Kriekle, noting, “Once you are a teammate of John’s, and once you’ve played with him or coached with him, you are a friend for life. That’s just the way John is.”
Following the presentation, Coach Vic Sloboda announced the team would now be presenting a John Kriekle Ironman Award at its annual awards ceremony. Its recipi-ent, he explained, will be a player who “plays the hardest, is most dura-ble, and gives their all to Lions foot-ball.”
As for the future, Kriekle admits his days spent on the sideline are far from over, and he’s looking forward to taking in as many games as he can — as a spectator.
Just this weekend, he’s got trips to Calgary and Edmonton planned to watch Sylvan Lake Minor Football
graduates as they com-pete at some of the highest levels of com-petition in the prov-ince.
“I’m taking an inter-est in that; seeing where the kids are going,” he said. “I’m still going to be involved in watch-ing, that’s for sure.”
Kriekle recognized . . .
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The 100 hour prep course is for individuals wishing to complete the GED high school equivalency exams. The Henday Association for Lifelong Learning (HALL Learning Centre) is off ering the course in partnership with Academic Express Inc. funded by Alberta Works – Government of Alberta so there is no charge to the students. Learn the basics of Math, English, Science and Social Studies. Students who enroll in this course will be prepared to write their General Equivalency Diploma Exams. Those students successfully completing the exams will be awarded their GED high school equivalency certifi cate.
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MARCHESI, Frances (Reiss)On August 24, 2014, Mrs. Frances Marchesi passed away in Red Deer, AB at the age of 85 years. Lovingly remembered by her children, Margaret (Frank), Douglas (Dyan), Barbara (Ken), Joseph (Leslie), Michael (Pam), Barry, Patricia (Jeff); fourteen grandchildren; thirteen great-grand-children; two sisters-in-law, Loretta Cherkas and Rena Dow; numerous nieces and nephews, as well as many friends. She was predeceased by her husband, James; son, LaVern and mother, Margaret.
Prayers were held Thursday, August 28 at 6:00 p.m. at Park Memorial Chapel, 9709 - 111 Avenue, Edmonton, AB.Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, August 29 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Anne Roman Catholic Church, Venice, AB. Reverend Hamilcar Blanco offi ciated with interment in Hylo Cemetery, Hylo, AB. In lieu of fl owers, donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
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