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Former child soldier works to rebuild his homeland Monybany Dau shares his inspiring vision for his native country Sudan BY BRIAN VOSSEN Lacombe Express
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rom child soldier to activist. That is the transformation that was undergone by Monybany Dau, a native of southern Sudan now living in Canada. Dau fought with the Sudan People’s Liberation Army (SPLA) in the Second Sudanese Civil War. Today, Dau works to rebuild South Sudan through Water for Atar, a project he founded that works to build clean drinking wells in Atar, Dau’s home village in South Sudan. On April 13th, Dau was at Canadian University College in Lacombe to speak about the project and present The Ladder of my Life, a video documentary about Dau’s life and the struggles in Southern Sudan. The presentation was part of the 23rd anniversary celebrations of A Better World, which works with Dau on the Water for Atar project. At the end of his presentation, Dau added that providing clean drinking water is just one small step in the right direction. He said that clean water would eliminate many of the major health problems that plague Atar. It was 1984 when Dau first became involved in the conflict of the Second Sudanese Civil War. When Dau was only nine years old, his uncle was killed by an SPLA roadside bomb. Dau said in the video that the SPLA was fighting for the rights of the people of southern Sudan. However, incidents like the one that killed his uncle showed that civilians like Dau, his family and others who lived in the village of Atar, were not safe, even from the army that was fighting for them. “We lived in fear of both armies,” said Dau. At nine years old, Dau did not know or understand why there was a war being fought in his homeland, but he certainly understood that there was a conflict. He also believed that, because of the war, he and his family were not safe. Faced with this he saw few options. Dau decided to join the army that would best protect his interests, the SPLA, rather than flee into the jungle, and quite possibly die, for fear of both armies. While Dau did not understand fully the implications of joining an army, he saw that SPLA soldiers were armed and could defend themselves. Dau felt that, as one of them, he would be able to protect himself and his family. When the young Dau told his mother of his plans to join the SPLA, she of course objected. She told him he was too young,
REBUILDING A NATION - From left, Monybany Dau answers questions at Canadian University College with the help of Eric Rajah, founder of A Better World. and would not be able to keep up with the other freedom fighters. His mother also told him that he should not join because she needed his help at home. Despite his mother’s pleas, Dau remained fixed in his decision. He lied to his mother, telling her that he was going to a nearby pool to do a laundry trip the next day. He took a small amount of clothing with him and headed towards the pool, with no intention of returning. However, unknown to Dau, his mother followed him and later found him. She again pleaded with him and tried to persuade him to return home but he would not go. Dau said in the video that when most people think of a child soldier, they think
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of someone who was abducted and coerced, often with the use of drugs or some other leverage, to fight for an army. He stressed that this was not the case with him. “I was not abducted. I voluntarily joined.” Dau added that there was no manipulation or brainwashing by the SPLA. He said that the decision was his to make and he would make the same decision again if he had to. While a member of the SPLA, Dau served as bodyguard to a high-ranking officer. He said he considered it an honour and that he believed the war to be just. Dau added that those who died fighting with SPLA did not die in vain, they bought their freedom with their lives.
Such a cause may be worthwhile and honourable, but certainly not preferable. Over two million people died in the Sudanese civil war and Dau said it was a vast violation of his human rights that he had to pick up a gun and fight to become a citizen in his own country. Because of this, Dau now works toward a world where such an atrocity would never happen. “I would like to build a world with no child soldiers.” Now, Dau lives in Red Deer where he is studying business at Red Deer College. He said that he sees Canada, his new home, as a role model for the developing nation of South Sudan.
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Thursday, April 25, 2013
C4 Initiative hopes to bring community hub to City BY BRIAN VOSSEN Lacombe Express A number of groups in Lacombe are working together to bring what they feel is a much-needed facility to the City. Lacombe Family and Community Support Services (FCSS), Lacombe Daycare Society, the Lacombe Performing Arts Centre Foundation as well as Parent Link and Small Wonders Family Dayhomes, which are programs under FCSS, are banding together for a project to build a cultural community centre in Lacombe with spaces for the performing arts as well as children and family programming. The project, known as the Cranna Community Culture Centre, or C4 Initiative has proposed to use plots of land owned by the City of Lacombe and Wolf Creek Public Schools for the location of the building. As such, the initiative has been working with both parties to obtain the necessary approvals. Lacombe City council recently voted to hold the requested plot
for a period of two years while structural developments are being drawn and Wolf Creek Public Schools have provided C4 with a letter of intent to enter into negotiations to secure the land for the purposes of the C4 Initiative. Susan MacDonald, executive director of Lacombe FCSS, said that the vision is for each of the partners involved with the C4 Initiative to have their own space or some kind of connection with the building. She and Grant Harder, president of the Lacombe Performing Arts Centre Foundation, said that the groups involved currently have no existing facilities, do not have enough facilities, or need to update and upgrade their facilities. The Lacombe Daycare is one such example. “The building is old,� said MacDonald. “It is in need of replacement in a bad way.� From the arts perspective, Harder said a community theatre is a necessity as there is currently a huge lack of performance space in Lacombe. Harder gave the example
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City lays out strategy for Solid Waste Roadmap input Pilot project receives mixed reviews from Lacombe City councillors BY BRIAN VOSSEN Lacombe Express Lacombians care a lot about how their garbage is managed. This was clear at the April 8 regular meeting of Lacombe City council, where over 70 residents showed up to oppose council’s decision to replace back alley dumpsters with roll-out bins. In response, council voted to revisit the Lacombe Solid Waste Roadmap and seek greater input from citizens of the community. Then, at the regular council meeting on April 22, the City of Lacombe administration laid out its plan to gather that input. Matthew Goudy, director of infrastructure services for the City of Lacombe, said in the meeting that the City would seek to engage the public through promotional materials, greater public presence and a pilot project. He added the timeline for this strategy would be four months. Goudy said that, in accordance with the plan, Infrastructure Services would seek to speak to residents in person about the Solid Waste Roadmap through its presence at a number of farmer’s markets over the summer, two scheduled open houses, an increased presence at the Wolf Creek Recycle Depot and a barbeque at that site as well.
was a great way for those who had never used roll-out bins to see how they worked. Councillor Grant Creasey did not share Rempel’s views. “This particular test that we are proposing, I just don’t see as being fruitful,” said Creasey. “I just don’t think we’re hitting the nail on the head yet.” Creasy added that he would like to see the pilot project part of the public engagement strategy eliminated for the time being and revisited another time after some more input had been collected from the community. Mayor Steve Christie pointed out that roll-out bins already exist in some neighbourhoods of Lacombe. He said that a third of the City already has roll-out bins
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LACOMBE Fashion Show Clad in custom fitted corsets of various styles and makes, 26 models hit the runway at The Art of the Corset Arts Benefit and Fashion show last Friday at the Lacombe Memorial Centre. The corsets, provided by Levanah’s Workshop out of Edmonton, were a part of the benefit that also included an art gallery with pieces available for purchase. The show also had live music from local musicians, as well as a mix and mingle that gave patrons the opportunity to sample gourmet hors d’ouevres and purchase wine by the glass. “For me, corsets are works of art,” said Maureen MacKenzie, event organizer and master of ceremonies for the evening. “They are simply stunning and well made and each one is individually tailored.” The benefit and fashion show, organized by the City of Lacombe, were part of an annual event to raise awareness and funds for the Lacombe Arts Endowment fund, in which they hope to raise $1 million for.
The City explains that the proceeds from the fund are used for grants in the arts to further the education and experiences for emerging and established artists in visual, performing and literal arts. The fund has already allowed for two $250 awards given to local student exhibitors and as of 2008 a $1,200 grant to support the artistic development of individual artists whose primary residence is located in Lacombe. “We wanted people to realize that art is more than painting and sculptures,” said Mackenzie on why they chose the corset show. “We wanted to show that women could be strong, stunning, beautiful, and empowered while wearing well-made clothing.” While nothing has been set in stone for next year’s event, MacKenzie stated that there are many ideas floating around to continue to raise awareness for the endowment fund and to top this year’s success. jswan@reddeerexpress.com
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We welcome you to the very first edition of the Lacombe Express! We are excited to be part of this flourishing community and to provide our readers with the very best in local coverage of news, entertainment, sports, features and various local events. Our goal is to be your ‘go-to’ source for all things pertaining to Lacombe, Blackfalds and the surrounding area. We are also looking forward to covering the news from Lacombe County. There is certainly much to be excited about in regards to the community, and what better time to become a part of the City. Just last month, as you know, the City of Lacombe was ranked eighth overall in the ‘Best Places to Live in Canada’ category for 2013 by MoneySense, Canada’s personal finance magazine and personal finance web site. As Alberta’s newest City, Lacombe is indeed growing quickly, thanks in part to a strong economy, low taxes and a vibrant cultural scene. There is also a real character to the City with its unique historic downtown, “Where a revitalization project has protected the past and provides current businesses and stately homes with the perfect blend of history.” In addition to its eighth overall
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Editor is eager to roll with the Lacombe Express Hello Lacombe! It’s finally here. The first ever edition of the Lacombe Express. I am more than excited we are up and running and I am looking forward to continuing provide Lacombe and Blackfalds with all the news that is fit to read.
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VOSSEN First though, a little bit about me. I have two younger brothers. The younger of the two is finishing his first year of engineering at University of Saskatchewan and the older is a police officer in Saskatoon. My dad is a retired police officer who now runs the town hockey rink in the winter and works as a farmhand in the summer. My mom is a teacher who, I’m convinced, has taught the majority of students who went to school in Saskatchewan between the years
of 1988 and now. I’m originally from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan but grew up in the very small town (village, actually) of Viscount, just east of Saskatoon. After graduating from high school, I moved to Calgary where I studied journalism at Mount Royal College, which became Mount Royal University halfway through my studies. It was while studying at Mount Royal that I met my girlfriend, Lisa who was also in the journalism program and lived just across campus from me as we both stayed in residence for the entirety of our post-secondary careers. Lisa grew up in Ponoka and as such we spent our summers (and later on much more of the year) largely apart from each other. After graduating from Mount Royal, I got a job as a reporter for the Hanna Herald in Hanna, Alberta. While working in Hanna, I also volunteered with the fire department, something I had also done as a junior firefighter in Viscount. I worked in Hanna for a year before being promoted and trans-
ferred to Pincher Creek to take over as editor for the Pincher Creek Echo. While working in Pincher Creek, I quickly fell in love with the country around southern Alberta. Being from Saskatchewan, I had already developed a deep passion for mountains during my time in Calgary and found Pincher Creek to be the perfect place to indulge in that passion. Close enough to the mountains to admire them, but not so close as to make a former prairie boy feel claustrophobic. I spent a fair amount of time taking advantage of the hiking and outdoor activities surrounding Pincher Creek. However, I was not able to take advantage of the beautiful countryside for too long. After a few months of working in Pincher Creek, Lisa and I decided that after five years it was time to start a life together and I took the job here as editor of the Lacombe Express. Lisa and I have since found a comfy condo to rent here in Lacombe (after a month of looking) and will be moving in next week-
end. I am very happy I will not only be getting to know this great City by working in it but I also get to join the community and become a part of it. I have not been in the Lacombe area for very long but I already get the strong feeling that I am going to like it here. Already, I have found the community to be very friendly and welcoming to both myself and the paper. This is something I am quite grateful for and I look forward to continuing to develop a relationship with this community and its citizens both personally and through the paper. As such, please feel free to drop in the office to meet me and the rest of the staff at the Lacombe Express. If you see me out and about covering events, feel free to come by and say, “Hi!” I’m also looking for stories and ideas so feel free to share them with me or email them to news@lacombeexpress.com. Again, I’m very excited to meet all of you and I hope to see you soon! news@lacombeexpress.com
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fyi EVENTS Pause Musicale - student concerts will be held the fourth Friday of each month (except March). The next one runs April 26 from noon to 12:30 p.m. at St. Andrews United Church (5226 51 Ave.) The 24th annual Spring Equipment Consignment Auction runs April 27 starting at 9 a.m. four miles south of Lacombe on Hwy 2A, two miles east on Lakeside Sargent Rd. The event takes place at the Montgomery Auction Sales Centre. Health Expo - drop in any time between 5 and 8 p.m. on April 27 at the Lacombe Memorial Centre for a free health evaluation, body fat analysis, peak flow meter, Harvard fitness test, simple water treatment demonstration, computerized health aids analysis, etc. Additional complimentary health information will also be available. For more information, contact Esther at iamesy@telus.net. The Lakeside Hall Pancake Supper runs April 27 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Lakeside Hall - go east of Lacombe on Hwy 12 to 34 St. (Otto Rd.) then four miles south to Lakeside Sargent Rd. and then one mile east. All proceeds will go to the Lakeside Community Hall. For more information, contact Don at 403-885-5149. CUC Life at its Best Health Retreat Workshop runs April 27 all day. Special guest speaker is Dr. Hans Diehl. Dr. Diehl is a world-renowned author, lecturer and founder of the Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP). The event runs at the Lakeview Hall. For more information, contact Irma by email at irma@albertaadventist.ca or call 403-782-5044. Sunday music - come to play, sing, or listen on April 28 at Lacombe’s Kozy Korner from 2 to 4 p.m. For more information contact Jack at 403-782-3525. Vegetarian Dinner Club - new members are welcome. Enjoy a free vegetarian meal on April 28 and share recipes. A cooking
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demonstrati and short health demonstration lecture will ffollow the meal. Please call the contact number three days in advance to register. The event starts at 5 p.m. in the Lacombe Community SDA Church Fellowship Room - 5804 45 Ave. For more information, call Ruth at 403-782-6769. Drumming Circle is being held at Blackfalds United Church on April 28 at 2 p.m. Cost is $10 and includes a drum and no experience is necessary. Check our web site at blackfaldsunitedchurch.com or contact Karen at dkolfert@telus.net or 403-885-4151 for details.
Shalom’s Spring Gala Dessert Concert, featuring Lacombe’s Randi Boulton – June 1st at 7 p.m. at Festival Hall, Red Deer. Tickets $35 per person or $250 for table of 8. Phone 403-342-0339 or email info@ shalomcounselling.com. Proceeds to support local hurting families seeking counselling at Shalom Counselling Centre.
SEMINARS Art of Friendship is an eight-week course that teaches individuals the skills needed to develop and maintain healthy friendships. The course also teaches how to create positive social connec-
in the coming months and are free for immigrants. Conversation topics will help to promote orientation to Canadian culture and life in our community. For ESL Level 1 and 2 the sessions are held on Tuesdays from 10:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; for ESL Level 3 and 4 on Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Location is the Immigrant Centre #202, 5000 Gaetz Ave. Contact Elzbieta at 403-346-8818 to register or for more information.
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Love to sing? Hearts of Harmony, a chapter of Sweet Adelines International, is an a cappella chorus for Central Alberta women of all ages who love to sing and harmonize. Rehearsals are Monday nights from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Davenport Church of Christ (68 Donlevy Ave.) in Red Deer. Join us any Monday night, you will be welcomed. Experience the joyful sound of four-part harmony with a group of wonderful women. For more information, call Nancy at 403-357-8240, or our director, Sheryl @403-7424218 or check out our web site at www.heartsofharmony.ca. The fourth annual Blackfalds Fun Run is set for May 11 at the Blackfalds Community Hall. There are 3, 5 and 10km routes. Registration is from 9 to 9:30 a.m. Registration forms and fees can be returned to either the Blackfalds school office or to Tamara Read/Box 1626/ Blackfalds. Postal code is T0M 0J0.
tions with co-workers, employers, family members, and friends. The course will take place on Wednesday afternoons from 1 to 3 p.m. beginning on May 8 and ending June 25. It will take place at the Canadian Mental Health Association office at 5017 50th Ave. in Red Deer. Art of Friendship is particularly helpful to people who have lost friends or have had trouble making friends because their experience with mental illness or other disabling conditions have affected their confidence level and self-esteem. There is a $25 fee for the course which includes the manual and other written materials. For more information, call the Canadian Mental Health Association at 403-342-2266 and ask to speak to education program staff. The Central Alberta Refugee Effort (C.A.R.E.) offers opportunity for immigrants to practice speaking English in a fun way. Weekly conversation groups are organized at different times
women who can offer encouragement and support. Call Al-Anon Family groups at 403-346-0320 for a list of meetings in Red Deer and the surrounding area. Blackfalds United Church Youth Group takes place from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Fridays. Youth from Grade 4 up are welcome to attend. Check our web site at blackfaldsunitedchurch.com or phone 403-885-4780. Air Force Association of Canada. The aims and objectives of the Association are to preserve and perpetuate the traditions of the Royal Canadian Air Force and to advocate a proficient and wellequipped Air Force in Canada. 703 Wing in Red Deer provides a forum for serving and former participants in military and civil aviation to meet and enjoy the company of like-minded people. 703 Wing members meet at noon every second Saturday of the month at the ABC Country Restaurant, 2085 50th Ave. in
Red Deer for a luncheon and business meeting. Contact President Al Low at 403-3413253 or amlow@shaw.ca. Writers’ Ink, The Red Deer & District Writers Club has weekly meetings (every Tuesday) in the old farmhouse at Sunnybrook Farm (4701 30 St.) from 7 to 9 p.m. We meet, share our writing, and offer constructive criticism to one another. We also do our utmost to improve our craft by Skyping professionals in the field of writing, by inviting speakers to our Spring Workshop and to the occasional meeting. Our library is increasing as is our knowledge gained from members who are seeking new challenges and sharing successes and failures with the group. The Parkinson’s Society Education and Support Group runs the third Wednesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. in the Davenport Church of Christ in Red Deer. 403-346-4463. Celiac Support Group - our meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month at Sobeys South, 5111-22 St. in the Coffee Lounge at 7 p.m. in Red Deer. Information on Celiac disease, symptoms, diagnosing, gluten free diet, gluten free products, recipes, coffee and samples. Meetings for 2013 – May 21, June 18, Sept. 17, Oct. 15 and Nov. 19. For more information, call Fay at 430-347-3248, Clarice 403-3414351 or email Red DeerCeliacs@ yahoo.ca for information. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a 12-step support group offering a solution for all forms of food addiction. No dues, fees or weigh-in. Central Alberta groups meet in Red Deer, Lacombe and Rimbey. For locations and dates, call Joanne at 403-314-1972. The Parkinson’s Society Education and Support Group runs the third Wednesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. in the Davenport Church of Christ in Red Deer. 403-346-4463. Addict in the Family Support Group is a confidential, professionally-facilitated support group. Meetings run every second Thursday at 4920 – 54 St. from 6 to 8 p.m. in Red Deer.
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Horoscope ARIES
TAURUS
GEMINI
CANCER
LEO
VIRGO
Mar 21/Apr 20
Apr 21/May 21
May 22/Jun 21
Jun 22/Jul 22
Jul 23/Aug 23
Aug 24/Sept 22
Aries, don’t be pushy with authority figures because such an attitude is not in your best interest. You are better off putting on the charm and getting them to see your softer side.
Taurus, avoid getting involved in a family spat unless someone seeks your advice. Let your relatives work things out on their own and only offer your thoughts when prompted.
Gemini, you might run
Cancer, even if the people around you are feeling tense and touchy, you have an innate way of making them feel at ease. Humor and compassion are two great traits.
Leo, you might need to
into a snag with your spouse or partner over shared finances. Rather than settle issues this week, you’re better off waiting a few days.
make travel plans for a work trip in the coming month. Embrace the opportunity to benefit your career, but don’t forget to have a little fun when you’re away.
Virgo, now is not the time to talk about shared expenses or the division of labor in a relationship. You’ll only be starting an argument, and you do not need that right now, Virgo.
LIBRA
SCORPIO
SAGITTARIUS
CAPRICORN
AQUARIUS
PISCES
Sept 23/Oct 23
Oct 24/Nov 22
Nov 23/Dec 21
Dec 22/Jan 20
Jan 21/Feb 18
Feb 19/Mar 20
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Motivational speaker reaches out to students Josh Shipp shares message of courage and living your best possible life BY ERIN FAWCETT Lacombe Express A well-known teen motivational speaker spoke to hundreds of students in Central Alberta last week in hopes of inspiring them with his message. Josh Shipp, 31, who has appeared on Oprah, Anderson Cooper and Good Morning America, among others, shared his message to “Be better, not bitter” after going through struggles in his childhood and deciding to learn from them rather than dwell on them. He has also written a book entitled The Teen’s Guide to World Domination, has a television show called Jump Shipp and has spoken to more than two million students
and parents. Shipp grew up in Oklahoma. His biological mother gave birth to him at the age of 17 and left him at the hospital after he was born. “I am an orphan. I have never met my real mom or my real dad. Truth be told I’ve never met anyone related to me except for one person in my entire life,” he said. By the time Shipp was eight-years-old he had lived in a dozen different foster homes. “Because I was hurt as a kid I became angry and I didn’t trust any adult including some of my teachers and foster parents.” After being kicked out of a number of foster homes, Shipp was put into a group home. Fifteen people aged five to 21-years-
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old lived there. During his stay at that group home he was raped by an adult. “In that instant I made this decision – I hate myself, I hate my life, and I’m done,” said Shipp during his talks in Red Deer. In his teenage years, Shipp said he became defiant and rebellious. He eventually met his current foster parents and slowly began to turn his life around. Despite his trials and tribulations, he has decided to take his experiences and create a message and one that young adults can relate to. Shipp began professionally speaking when he was 17-years-old. “I’m not here in your town talking to you guys because I think I’m perfect and I have it all figured out. I hate that people call me a motivational speaker because people think I am always positive. ‘Let me guess, motivator-boy, when life gives you lemons, you make lemonade’. Nope. Every time life gives me lemons, I squirt life in the eye with the lemons.” As a teenager in school, Shipp said he was bullied and as a result tried to end his life several times. “If you have a heartbeat, it’s not too late for you,” he said. “If someone is being a jerk to you, saying words to you, unfortunately as much as we wish we could control that person and shut them up, we can’t. You can only control how you respond. How do you shut them down? Be kind, be calm – meaning what they’re trying to get out of you is a reaction. If you do not respond, they’ll go find someone else.” He added even though society encourages everyone to live a perfect life, everyone has imperfections and it’s unrealistic to think a person can be perfect. “Your imperfections make you human and it’s actually your humanity that makes you influential. Some of you right
now believe this lie that everyone’s life is perfect and yours is not. Some of you believe that everyone has it figured out and you don’t, everyone else is confident and you are not,” he said. “The truth is that no one’s life is perfect. And the good news is when you realize we’re all a bit messed up and we all have our stuff, it gives you not only the permission to know that you aren’t weird, you’re not broken, but rather you’re human, that’s it.” He told students it is important to talk out their problems and to not ignore them because they won’t go away on their own. “What you do not talk out, you act out. Turning your back to your problems, pretending they don’t exist, trying to act perfect because everyone else around you is acting perfect, is only going to haunt you, chase you and follow after you,” said Shipp. “But if you want to be brave you could turn around, find a caring adult, talk to them, and have the courage to turn around and face that ghost. “This is something that few of you will do, but frankly most of you won’t. But if you do, it will make a difference in your life.” Shipp left students with a challenge and that was to try and live their best life possible. “You can choose to live an average life, or a meaningful life – to be unsuccessful or successful – to waste your talent or to embrace your talent,” said Shipp. “You have that choice every single day – to bring your best or to not. “Success doesn’t care whether or not you’re perfect or your parents are rich or poor or your parents are together or they are not. It cares whether or not you are willing to do what it takes.” efawcett@reddeerexpress.com
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INSPIRATION - Josh Shipp, 31, spoke to hundreds of students last week in hopes of inspiring them with his positive message.
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Spring romance: the top 10 tips for singles and seeking Ah, springtime – the skies are blue and love is in the air. Every year around this time, my inbox fills with questions from those looking for love. In response, I’ve compiled a short list of dating tips that you may want to tape to your fridge if you’re a single-and-seeking.
DEBRA
MACLEOD 1. Have a positive attitude toward love. Sour people are a turn-off and your date will pick up on your negativity. You may have had bad experiences in the past, but you must learn to separate your personal experiences from the experience of love itself. 2. Be fair to your date. Your date may wear the same sunglasses as an undesirable ex, but that doesn’t mean he or she is the same person. Don’t
project your resentment onto someone you hardly know. At the same time, be on alert for ‘red flags’ you’ve seen before (ie: excessive drinking, controlling behaviour, etc.) and have the foresight to end the relationship quickly. 3. Leave your baggage at home. While you and your date may want to exchange basic background info — which includes past relationship history — don’t drag him or her down your ‘misery memory lane’. Trash your checklist, too — it’s that mental list that idealizes Mr. or Mrs. Right. Get real and judge your date on his or her merits. 4. Challenge your beliefs and assumptions. Don’t ditch your date just because he or she has different opinions, beliefs, or interests. It is possible to reconcile some differences. 5. Keep your perspective. Remember that you’re on a date, not in front of a justice of the peace. Accept the date for what it is — an hour or two of your time. It isn’t your last chance for happiness. 6. Be on your best be-
haviour. Think of a first date as a job interview. You wouldn’t dress overly casual or revealing, tell dirty jokes or get drunk when meeting a prospective employer. Act like a lady or a gentleman. That isn’t oldfashioned behaviour — it’s grown-up behaviour. 7. Trust the universe. Many people self-sabotage, believing that they will never be happy. There is enough happiness in the universe to go around. Proudly claim some for yourself. That confidence can make good things happen. 8. Make your date feel good. Some people will cut down their date in an effort to make themselves look better. If this is your strategy, be aware that it has the opposite effect. A better strategy is to focus on making your date feel good about herself or himself by dishing out a few sincere compliments, smiling, keeping eye contact, and being respectful. Even if you’re not enjoying the date, no good can come from hurting another per-
son. Not only is it mean, it can lead to some nasty karma. 9. Be kind to yourself. Realize that it’s normal to be nervous on a first date and don’t fight the feeling. In fact, nervousness can be endearing to a date. It humanizes you and makes your date feel desirable. Plus, the way your date handles your nerves will speak volumes about her or his personality.
10. Keep it real. Your mom was right — be yourself. Instead of labouring to maintain a witty, sophisticated or intelligent conversation, talk about what you know. Sharing stories about your family and interests not only keeps the conversation comfortable and real, it opens up shared ground between you and your date. Your date isn’t focusing on your words, he or she is focusing on you as
a total package. Lastly, remember that most people want the same things from a potential partner — honesty, a good sense of humour and a positive, fun-loving attitude toward life. Nurture those in yourself, take a few chances and you will find your perfect fit. Debra Macleod, B.A., LL.B. is a leading marriage expert in Canada and the USA with offices in Lacombe and Calgary.
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN - Tim Giles, local Lacombe artist, was commissioned in 2003 by the Communities in Bloom organization to paint a variety of murals through the historic downtown of the City. Depicted here is a man and a woman from the time period 1890 to Jenna Swan/Lacombe Express 1940.
LACOMBE FORD IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE OUR NEW TEAM MEMBERS! OMBE C A L Wayne Rempel Sales Consultant
Wayne Rempel has lived in Lacombe since 1999. He is married to Carmell and has 2 children and 3 grand children. Previously to starting at Lacombe Ford, Wayne ran a successful business in Lacombe for the last 14 years. Wayne is very involved in his community, volunteering with many organizations including Kinsmen and Lacombe Daybreak Rotary Club. Wayne is currently in his second term as a councillor for the City of Lacombe and finds it very rewarding to be able to give back to his community. Wayne would like to encourage his friends and past customers to come visit him at the dealership.
Cell: 403.352.1598 • wremepel@lacombeford.com
OMBE L AC
Vern McLeod Sales Consultant
Vern has been in the Ford Automotive business for over 15 years and has extensive sales and leasing experience. He has lived in Ponoka for 10 years and his hobbies are golf, camping and is active in the Kinsmen as well as other volunteer programs. Vern invites all his friends and previous clients to stop in and visit him at the dealership. Vern is proud to call Central Alberta his home and is happy to be back to serve the area.
Cell: 403.704.3498 • vmcleod@lacombeford.com
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Charity run raises money for schools in Afghanistan Initiative spearheaded by project manager of Lacombe-based A Better World BY BRIAN VOSSEN Lacombe Express Get ready to run for an education! On April 28, Lacombe will be hosting its Freedom Run to raise funds for A Better World and its 100 Classroom Project. Azalea Lehndorff, A Better World’s project manager for Afghanistan, said that the event is sponsored by Co-Operators this year and past events have raised a total of $50,000. It will take place at the Canadian University College Physical Education Center. Participants can take part in a 2km, 5km or 10km walk and run. For Lehndorff, who spearheaded the 100 Classroom Project, seeing her idea realized was a very rewarding experience. “I guess the most exciting thing for me was going to Afghanistan for the first time and getting a chance to meet the people,” said Lehndorff. She added that it gave her a different perspective on Afghanistan, much of it contrary to the war-torn country that is often portrayed in the media. Lehndorff joined A Better World in 2010 when she was at Canadian University Col-
lege and got an idea for a project to build classrooms in Afghanistan. She then discovered that A Better World was already working in Afghanistan and approached Eric Rajah with her idea who allowed her to take on the project of building 100 classrooms in Afghanistan with the help of the organization.
“WE’RE HOPING TO BUILD TWO MORE SCHOOLS THIS YEAR - TWO GIRLS’ HIGH SCHOOLS. THAT WILL BRING US TO 48 CLASSROOMS.” AZALEA LEHNDORFF It was while reading a book entitle Three Cups of Tea that Lehndorff came up with the idea to build classrooms in Afghanistan. The book, about a man who works to reduce poverty and promote education, gave Lehndorff the idea to do something similar. Realizing that she could do something to tangibly help someone was an exciting experience, she added.
Inspiration for Lehndorff’s project came from her own personal experience as well. She said that while growing up in the United States, her parents were not supportive of her getting an education. It eventually came to the point where she and her sister had to leave their home at the age of just 13 in order to attend high school. “I was very passionate about giving that opportunity to other people,” said Lehndorff. “That’s why it’s kind of sparked my interest and I wanted to do something.” To date, the 100 Classroom Project has raised about $50,000 to its cause, said Lehndorff. She added that, at the time, that’s all that was thought would be needed. However, now the project looks like it will take at least $1 million to complete. However, Lehndorff also said that the project has resulted in several classrooms being built and is nearing the halfway mark. “So far we’ve built four schools,” she said. “We’re hoping to build two more schools this year - two girls’ high schools. That will bring us to 48 classrooms.”
Girls in particular have difficulty obtaining an education in Afghanistan. Part of this is because women rarely work outside the home and as such many families have a ‘what is the point’ kind of mindset to female education. Fortunately, this is changing. Lehndorff said that the request for the last two schools came from rural communities, who traditionally have even more reason to keep their daughters at home because farmers need more bodies for labour in the house and around the farm. Freedom Run will take place on April 28 beginning at 10 a.m. Two iPad minis are to be given away as top prizes for the two highest fundraisers for the event. Lehndorff said that participants are encouraged to register early online. Pledge sheets are also available and all donations are tax deductible. A link to the registration site can be found at www.runningroom.ca or at www.a-better-world.ca. Volunteers are also needed for the event and those interested can also register online. news@lacombeexpress.com
Health expo offers tips and resources for a healthier lifestyle BY BRIAN VOSSEN Lacombe Express With people all over the world more and more health conscious, there is an overwhelming amount of information available on how to live a healthy lifestyle. To help sort through that information, Lacombe Seventh-day Adventist Church is hosting a health expo from 5-8 p.m. on April 27 at the Lacombe Memorial Centre. Darlene Blaney, volunteer health coordinator for the Seventh-day Adventist Church, said that the expo is about
helping people make simple changes to become healthier before it becomes a serious problem. “People are trying to find other natural ways of improving their lifestyle and their health,” said Blaney. She added that people are also looking for ways to prevent health concerns before they start. “Prevention is key.” The expo will consist of eight different booths, each covering one of the different ‘health laws’ of a healthy lifestyle. These laws are nutrition, exercise, water, sunlight, temperance, air, rest and trust. “When you are able to fulfill each of these categories,
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each of these laws, then you will be able to have a more optimal, balanced life,” said Blaney. She added that just because someone doesn’t have a bad habit like smoking doesn’t mean that person is healthy because not drinking enough water can make you just as sick. Each booth will have activities regarding the health law that it represents. For example at the fitness booth, the Harvard Health Test will tell participants what kind of fitness level thy are at according to their race and gender while visitors to the rest booth can enjoy a five minute back massage. One feature of the expo that Blaney highlighted was discovering your health age. She said the program uses computer analysis of individuals’ habits and lifestyle patterns to determine how their health age stacks up against their chronological age. Other tests like blood pressure and BMI calculation will also be featured at the expo. After going through all the booths, those who attend the expo will have the opportunity to review everything they have learned and ask any questions they have about the information they have gained, said Blaney. She added that those in attendance will also have the opportunity to be connected with resources so that they use what they have learned at the expo to continue living a healthy lifestyle. Health is something that affects everyone in the family and so the health expo is designed to be a family activity, she said. “The nice thing about this is it’s not for any specific age or gender; it’s for everyone,” said Blaney. She added that families should promote the idea of healthy living as a family as well. She also said that, despite what many might think, achieving a healthy lifestyle is not a difficult task. “I think there is a lot of confusion out there,” said Blaney. “Everybody has different perspectives and myths and ideas. “Really, it comes down to some basic guidelines.” Health expos like this have been held all over the world and exist to give people an idea of where they stand in regards to a healthy lifestyle, she said. She went on to say that this allows people to take control of their own lifestyles and health management. news@lacombeexpress.com
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Tenille encourages students to follow their passions BY BRIAN VOSSEN Lacombe Express “I dare you to be original, I dare you to be remarkable.” These are the words of Dare to Be, a song by young Alberta musician Tenille who recently performed for students at Ecole Lacombe Junior High School as part of her Play it Forward tour. Tenille said that the tour name is a play off the idea of paying it forward and is about a little more than just music. “Play it Forward is about encouraging kids to do whatever they love and then take that and play it forward and help other people.” Like many musicians, Tenille was introduced to music at a very young age. Growing up in Grande Prairie, she started singing when she was five and has been playing guitar and writing songs since she was 14. “Music has been a huge part of my life.” Throughout her life, Tenille has always been attracted to music. She said that, now, she uses music as a way to express herself, reach out and connect with others. Tenille also said that it is her deep passion for music that has allowed her to make a career out of it, even at the young age of 19. “This has been such a huge goal and vision for me,” she said. “I feel like there has been a lot of focus towards growing this, even at a young age, into a career.” Following one’s passion is part of the message that Tenille was sharing with the students of Ecole Lacombe Junior High School. She encouraged students to be themselves and find some way to be original. She added that she hopes doing this will inspire the students and help instill confidence in them to realize themselves to their fullest potential. “It’s so important to be able to find something that you love to do whether that is a sport or music or art,” said Tenille. “It’s so important to set goals for yourself and work towards something.” Tenille also said that she enjoys working with children because of the great potential that they have. She added that she loves being able to perform for and work with kids to encourage that kind of growth, which she said is important to have all through life. Presenting an important message to students, rather than just performing for entertainment’s sake, is something new for Tenille and it is the focus of her Canadawide tour. While it may be a new experience, the pairing is one that Tenille is clearly comfortable with and she said can only help her in her career. “I feel that garnering experience in music while carrying a message with it definitely goes hand in hand.” news@lacombeexpress.com
SPECIAL MESSAGE - Tenille performs to students at Ecole Lacombe Junior High School recently. As part of her Play it Forward tour, Tenille not only performed but shared a message with students about following their passions and fully realizing their potential. Brian Vossen/Lacombe Express
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Canadian artists share the bill for Central Alberta show BY MARK WEBER Lacombe Express Toronto’s Peter Katz and Emma-Lee are bringing their remarkable musical talents to The Hideout in Red Deer on April 28. Though their genres vary Katz falls more into the folk/ roots category where Emma-Lee leans toward soulful alt-country - their audiences tend to be familiar with both artists. Locals can enjoy their singular talents during their City stop. Their collaborations began when Emma-Lee asked if Katz would sing on Where You Want To Be, a track on her then-upcoming debut Never Just A Dream back in 2010. The two have been collaborating both on stage and in songwriting since. (Emma-Lee also appears on Katz’s 2012 release Still Mind Still, singing on the hauntingly beautiful It Was You). “You meet a lot of other artists on the road, and while many of them are great, every now and then you come across one with whom you share an extra-special kinship,” said Katz. “Emma-Lee is one of those rare people. She’s a super creative, fearless songwriter, and collaborating with her is great because neither of us will let the other give up on a good idea, nor let a
not-so-good one through - we really hold each other to our best. “We found we had a lot in common as far as our drive and focus went. When we started writing together, I realized she is really a kindred spirit – in how she approaches her career, her willingness to put herself on a limb and take risks.” Recently, Katz and Emma-Lee got together at the Toronto Zoo to film and record their inspired banjo and guitar cover of Tina Turner’s What’s Love Got To Do With It video. It’s a glimpse into what audiences on their current tour can expect to hear from the pair. Each artist performs their own material, sometimes accompanied by the other, as well as some covers and originals which they will perform together. The new single What’s On Your Mind is their first publicly released original collaboration. “It started loosely with a chorus idea I had and then I suggested we try to write verses line for line improvising, we had to accept what the other person said,” says Katz. “That really gave us a ton of freedom creatively and it all came together quickly. “The original version of it is a bit more folksy and bit ‘over the top’ playful – it works well when we’re are presenting it as a duo. “In both of our solo projects
we tend to be a little more serious, a little more cerebral. When we came together to work on this new project, it felt like an opportunity to do something different.” Indeed, Katz captivates listeners with his unique brand of contemporary folk music. A passion for music was sparked early on – he recalls a household filled with music during his formative years. “My dad would try out instruments, play them for a month and then ditch them which was great because there ended up being all of these instruments around the house that I inherited. It was never a big focus, but my parents certainly made an effort to expose us to the arts in general. I always loved it.” But he didn’t consider music a viable career choice until his final year in university. “I then realized all the people in the world that I was most interested in were artists. I thought why don’t I pursue this? Why don’t I just go for it?” Working on his guitar skills led to a discovery of a knack for singing, which in turn led to exploring the craft of songwriting. He tends to set aside specific time to write songs, although there are those moments of raw inspiration. “I was sitting there the other day talking to my wife, and I was looking at her, and this whole
GIFTED DUO - Canadian singers/songwriters Peter Katz and Emma-Lee perform April 28 at The Hideout. song just came into my head. I said I’m sorry, I have to interrupt this conversation and go write this song. We’ve been together for 10 years and she knows me very well, so it wasn’t a problem,” he laughs. “Every now and then you get sort of touched by an angel, and it happens. I’m kind of a believer in the ‘make an appointment to write and the inspiration will follow’ philosophy.” 2011 saw him release a live CD/DVD entitled Peter Katz and Friends: Live at the Music Gal-
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lery. The concert was recorded in front of a sold-out crowd and reveals an artist at home on the stage. “That to me is the best part. For me I think I just write songs because I want to play them for people,” he explains. “I love when a song comes to life for an audience, I love that they are different every night, and I love writing a song in the morning and playing it that night. For me, I live and die to play for people.” editor@reddeerexpress.com
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The Red Deer Symphony Orchestra presents their next main series concert on April 27 at the Red Deer College Main Stage at 8 p.m. with Eroica. Audiences will also be delighted by returning guest pianist Mayron Tsong performing Brahms’ Piano Concerto No. 1. Noted for its impressive scale, grandeur and technical difficulties, this work replaces the Prokofiev Piano Concerto which was originally programmed. The program opens with a beautiful and thoughtful Andante by Canadian composer Milton Barnes, and closes with a performance of Beethoven’s popular Symphony No. 3 Eroica, notes Claude Lapalme, RDSO music director. Full of both tragedy and humour, this work was originally planned as musical testimonial to Napoleon’s glory – however, after Napoleon crowned himself emperor, Beethoven, in a fit of rage, revised the manuscript to read “Heroic Symphony to celebrate the memory of a great man.” As RDSO Music Director Claude Lapalme explains in his concert notes, the
first performance of the symphony could hardly have been called a success. Audiences were stunned and “Beethoven, like Napoleon, had gone too far.” Lapalme explains that Beethoven had shattered the remaining “shackles that had tied him to Austrian classicism in a spectacular way. The work is longer (50 minutes) and bigger (three horns) than anything previously written; it is also full of bold harmonies (especially in the middle of the first movement), stunning key changes, tragedy, humour and excruciating difficulties for the musicians.” But in time, the work’s tremendous power and complexities would eventually win audiences over. “It did not take long for the symphony to take hold, however; it opened the doors to the new century in decisive fashion and overtook the world of music as well as any successful Napoleonic campaign.” Meanwhile, the RDSO’s annual raffle prize will also be drawn on April 27. Tickets are only $10, and will be available in the lobby of the concert, or at the
RDSO office by calling 403340-2948. Next up for the RDSO is The World Of Williams, slated for June 5 on the Arts Centre mainstage. Performance time is 7:30 p.m. The evening is devoted to the works of composer John Williams, known for his scores for movies ranging from Schindler’s List to Jaws to Jurassic Park. As Lapalme points out, “No living composer has come close to receiving the level of recognition bestowed upon him. “Williams truly believes that much of the emotional undercurrent of a film is enhanced, even at times provoked, by music. “His immense production, which includes concert pieces as well as film scores in all styles from adventure movies, comedies, dramatic pieces, historical films, science fiction and children’s fare, demonstrates a tireless devotion toward the goal of expressing what images alone cannot express.” Tickets are available through the Black Knight Ticket Centre. Charge by phone: 403-755-6626 or visit www.bkticketcentre.ca. - Weber
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TECHNIQUE - The Canadian University College Acronaires perform at their annual home show which was recently held. The show was entitled ‘Around the World in 40 Years’ and was themed after the extensive global touring the Acronaires have done in the past four decades.
BY BRIAN VOSSEN Lacombe Express The Acronaires are in Vegas. On April 22, Lacombe’s own acrobatics team, the Acronaires, left for the Silver State to begin an ambitious tour that will have them performing 14 shows in about four and half days. Founded in 1974, the Acronaires are a performance-based acrobatics team that is dedicated not only to achieving excellence themselves, but also encouraging others to do so. Ron Schafer, Acronaires head coach, said whenever the Acronaires perform they also share a message with the audience that promotes physical fitness, a strong work ethic and staying in school. Schafer said the Acronaires often tour outside of the country to spread this message but with this tour there is something more to it as well.
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“I want the kids to see a live Cirque du Soleil show in Las Vegas,” said Schafer. He added that he hopes the show will inspire even some of the better performers. “We’re just scratching the surface of what can be done,” said Schafer. “If you watch Cirque du Soleil do what they do, it’s really quite amazing.” Leo van Gulfan, assistant coach of the Acronaires and a veteran member of four years, agreed that Cirque du Soleil is on a whole other level of ability and he is more than excited for the opportunity to see a live show on the group’s home stage. “It’s always been my dream to see Cirque du Soleil,” said Gulfan. Not only do the Acronaires get to watch the performers of Cirque Du Soleil, they get to work with them. One of the schools on the Acronaires’ Las Vegas Tour will be the Andre Aggassi College Preparatory Academy, where Cirque du Soleil members regularly teach
workshops on a weekly basis. While in Vegas, Acronaires will also have a chance to teach workshops alongside members of Cirque du Soleil. Gulfan said that while he does not necessarily aspire to join Cirque du Soleil one day, he is certainly inspired by their abilities. He added that being around such impressive performers is sure to be an enlightening experience. “When you are with a group that really knows what they are doing, it’s inspiring,” said Gulfan. “You can really learn so much.” Gulfan also said that while the Acronaires may have certain limitations, they still work hard to achieve the pinnacle of performance that is Cirque du Soleil. “If possible, we want to take our show to that level,” said Gulfan. Touring is a big part of what the Acronaires do, Schafer said, so much so that when the team held its annual home show
at the beginning of April, it was entitled ‘Around the World in 40 Years.’ Schafer said that since the team first started, they have toured all over Canada, a third of the United States, Jamaica, Nicaragua and several places in Europe. This year, there are about 33 members on the team. He added that the roster varies from year to year, but there are usually between 20 and 40 members on the team and a fairly even split between male and female members. Most of the Acronaires, he said, are college-aged performers but there are some high schoolers and even a few older members as well. Schafer said that, currently, the oldest regular performer is 53 years old and this year’s team has a mix of ages with a good handful of older, more experienced performers. news@lacombeexpress.com
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Competitive dance straddles line between art and sport BY BRIAN VOSSEN Lacombe Express While dance is often seen as an art form, there is a competitive side to it as well. Kelly Oehlerking, a dancer at Dancer’s Edge Studio in Lacombe, has been dancing since she was about five and has been competing for the past six years. At a recent competition in Olds, she received four gold medals, two silvers and one bronze. Oehlerking said she decided to start competing in order get more out of her dancing. “I wanted to take it more seriously,” said Oehlerking. “The training is more serious (when competing) and you practice more often.” Heather Buelow, owner and head instructor at Dancer’s Edge, agreed with her student. “We are allowed to push the competitive dancers more,” said Buelow. She added that desire to push oneself is a trait she sees a lot in her competitive dancers. Competing has also made
Oehlerking a better dancer, she said. “You just learn so much,” said Oehlerking. She added that, regardless of whether she does well or poorly at a competition, she also tries to work harder and do better next time. Dancer’s Edge is currently in the middle of its competition season. Dancers from the studio have already participated in one competition in Olds and are currently at another competition in Sherwood Park which runs from April 24 – 28. The third competition planned for the season is the Shy-Ann Dance Festival in Banff from May 1 – 4. Top dances will also move on to the Grand Championships in June. Buelow said that about 300 students in 104 dances competed in the Olds competition. She said the studio had seven dances in the dance-off and the several of them ended up with top mark in their categories. Instructors from Dancer’s Edge were recognized at the competition as well, said Buelow. She said that
she received the second top choreography award for her senior tap number and it was the studio’s ballet instructor, Tania Strader, who took top choreography award for her ballet number. This is the 10th season Dancer’s Edge has been competing, said Buelow. She added that the school has grown a lot since its first season with only three dances and today has no problem staying competitive with schools its size and can even keep up with larger studios that have a bigger pool of dancers to draw from. “We definitely hold our own,” said Buelow. Between the studio in Lacombe and the one in Blackfalds, Dancer’s Edge has about 700 students and just under half of them compete, said Buelow. She also said that most dancers start competing between the ages of 10 and 11 but most of her competitors are between the ages of 10-13. At the more senior levels, there are not as many com-
GRACEFUL ATHLETES – Students of contemporary dance at Dancer’s Edge Studio in Lacombe pose after completing a routine during a class. petitors, but the competition is more serious, added Buelow. A lot of preparation goes into getting dancers ready for the spring competition. Buelow said that students start dancing in September and work on choreography generally starts between November and December. To hone both the techniques and choreography
of their dances, students attend a separate class for each every week. Competitive dancers will dance anywhere between two and over 10 hours a week to prepare for competitions, added Buelow. “My senior dancers dance three to four hours a night a few times a week.” Some might argue that dance is an art form and
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not a sport, but Oehlerking would disagree. She said she also plays ringette and sees a lot of similarities between the competitions of the two sports. “Competition-wise they are both the same,” said Oehlerking. “And as for the workout, it’s just as strong.” news@lacombeexpress.com
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BY BRIAN VOSSEN Lacombe Express Basketball season may be over, but some players aren’t so eager to take a break from the game. For Veronica Den Oudsten, who coaches boys’ basketball at Central Alberta Christian High School, that isn’t a problem. In fact it’s a good thing as she is starting a springtime basketball league to help players continue to develop their skills in the off-season. “The reason behind it is just to have the basketball in the kids’ hands a few more times over the course of the year.” Working on skills in the off-season gives players the chance to work on fundamentals and practice without the pressure of competition that exists during the regular season, she said. She added that some basketball players don’t participate in other sports the rest of the year and the spring league gives them a few more opportunities to play and keep active in
sports outside of the regular season. Den Oudsten said that the spring league is different from practices during the basketball season because she will spend more time teaching skills and less time spent on conditioning. She added that it will focus more on single player skills rather than team skills. “The idea, the premise of it is to develop fundamentals, to focus on fundamentals,” she said. “And of course giving them the opportunity to play because everybody likes to play.” Another way Den Oudsten’s program differs is the level of commitment. She said that her spring league is done on a kind of drop-in basis. While there is a core group of players who register and come to all the weekly sessions, there is no actual attendance expectations for those participating. In the last couple years that Den Oudsten has been running programs like this, there are typically around 30 players that participate in the program with a core
group of 10-15 who show up for every session. Sessions are held once a week and Den Oudsten reiterated that there is no commitment to show up. She added that there is an actual competitive spring league in Central Alberta and that there are teams from Lacombe that play in that league. While her program is not related to the actual league, it still does give players a less serious opportunity to continue playing and developing in the off-season. “Any kid that spends extra time trying to develop skills is going to get better,” she said. “If a kid is interested in learning than this is the place to go to try and focus on some of that.” The Spring League Basketball program is open to both male and female players in Grades 9 to 11. It runs once a week at Central Alberta Christian High School from May 1 to May 28. For more information or to register, contact Veronica Den Oudsten at 403318-0349. news@lacombeexpress.com
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SKOCDOPOLE CONSTRUCTION Ltd is now accepting resumes for IS looking to fill the following position in our Hinton location
Journeyman Stainless Welder
3rd,4th year or JOURNEYMAN PIPEFITTER
All applicants must have previous oilfield exp. H2S Alive and Standard Preference will be given to those applicants that can First Aid St John’s (Red work independently and Cross) are prerequisites. can supervise small facility Must pass in house Drug projects. Valid drivers and alcohol test. license a must. Other Please submit resume to related tickets would be an asset . Fax resumes with hr@alstaroilfield.com or tickets to 403-947-2188 Fax to 780- 865- 5829 or e-mail to PLEASE QUOTE JOB hr@skocdopole.com # 71514 ON RESUME
Items to Buy/Sell ................. 1500-1940 Agricultural .......................... 2000-2210 For Rent ............................... 3000-3200 Wanted to Rent....................3250-3390 Real Estate ...........................4000-4190
Oilfield
800
Professionals
810
Open House Directory ....... 4200-4310 Financial ..............................4400-4430 Transportation .................... 5000-5240 Legal/Public Notices .........6000-9000 * No cancellations, refunds or exchanges. Please read your ad the first day it appears. We will accept responsibility for 1 insertion only.
Trades
850
Water management company looking to hire a qualified
Foreman/Supervisor Experience preferred but willing to train the right candidate. Must be able to organize crews and get things done in a timely matter. The right candidate will start out at $100,000.00+/year, with company truck, benefits and bonuses. Work is in the Edson, Fox Creek, Whitecourt area. Hiring immediately. Please forward resumes for review to hrmng@hotmail.ca
CLASSIFIED AD RATE 1-25 Words is $7.65 each additional word .15 cents Call 1-877-223-3311 classifieds@lacombeexpress.com
Professionals
810
MECHANICAL Design Engineer
DAYSHIFT QC Person
Celebrating the Life of
Kenneth Trent Perry Ken passed away on November 14, 2012 in Vancouver. Please join the family - brother Herb (Anna), sister Yvonne and sister-in-law Marlene, nieces and nephews in a celebration of his life on May 11, 2013 at the Royal Canadian Legion on Hwy 2A in Ponoka from 1 - 4 pm – No flowers please –
Nexus Engineering requires Nexus Engineering is a full time permanent If desired, memorial donations Currently looking for MECHANICAL DESIGN may be made to Doctors Without DAYSHIFT QC PERSON ENGINEER. Borders, Palliative Care or Hospice. This position will involve • Must be able to read the design and product measuring devices development of Coil and blueprints for Tubing Pressure Control inspection of machined Equipment. parts. Trades Duties will include: We offer competitive * Design of equipment MCMULLEN’S wages, benefits and using 3D CAD REFRIGERATION a RRSP plan. * Shop Testing of Please forward resumes to & HEATING Prototypes resume@ * Support to ATTENTION: nexusengineering.ca HVAC, Sheet metal & manufacturing for Plumbers. Well established existing products
850
Job qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering * Eligibility for registration with APEGA * Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in working with equipment * Solidworks experience an asset * Creativity and attention to detail required. * 3 - 5 yrs. exp. preferred. Company paid benefit plan and RRSP. Please send resumes to: resume@ nexusengineering.ca
850
heating, refrigeration & plumbing company of 51 years has full time positions available for first year to journey man workers in all departments. We are offering top wages, job security, vacation/holiday pay, health/dental packages, paid training and a safe and enjoyable place to work. If you would like to join our team of top technicians please fax your resume to 403-347-5530 or email: Mcmullens @mcmullens.ca F/T LICENSED h.d. truck
mechanic needed immed. for rapidly growing waste and recycling company. Exp’d in this industry is an asset but not req’d. Email resume to canpak@xplornet.ca
Phoenix Oilfield Rentals Ltd. is a progressive well funded and growing F/T SATELLITE INSTALLERS - Good hours, home every company with an excellent Carpenters/ reputation for reliable night, $4000-$6000/mo. Cabinet Makers Contractor must have truck equipment as well as safe and professional work Maple Leaf Environmental F/T P/T Piecework or Hrly or van. Tools, supplies & on site & in millwork shop. standards. Phoenix is & Safety Ltd. is a ladders required. Training admin@ davcointeriors currently seeking a proactive, dynamic and provided, no experience .com F: 403.887.7589 field/shop apprentice progressive company. We needed. Apply to: mechanic for our Red Deer are recruiting for the posisatjobs@shaw.ca branch. Phoenix also has tion of Plant Shutdown branches in Grande Prairie personnel: Safety Superand Ft. Nelson serving visors, High angle, Bottle INDUSTRIAL painter Alberta and B.C. watch, confined space required for a sandblasting A high school diploma and watch, EMR, EMT/P for & painting shop. Must pass a valid driver’s license are projects throughout Western drug/substance testing. required. The ability to Canada. Please e-mail Fax resume to multi task in a fast paced COOK Contracting Ltd. resume & qualifications 403-340-3800 environment, proven ability is now hiring the following: to: kanderson@ to organize tasks and mapleleafsafety.com or manage time, willingness • Steel Stud Framers klilley@ LICENSED MECHANIC & to learn and strong interac• Drywall Boarders & mapleleafsafety.com AUTO BODY TECH. tion skills as well as First Tapers Fax: 403-637-2024 Reasonable rate. Aid and H2S tickets would • Apprentices & Labourers A.J. Auto Repair & Body be an asset. Knowledge of 11, 7836 49 Ave. gensets and pumps would For commercial construcCall 403-506-6258 be an advantage. This fulltion projects in Red Deer & time permanent position Fort McMurray. Must have LOOKING for would begin immediately, a valid drivers license and bricklayer/stone mason. competitive wage dependbe reliable. Please fax 403-302-0797 ing on experience with resumes and include WANTED Apprenticeship benefit package after 3 references to Welder, 1st or 2nd year. months. e-mail resumes 403-341-3717. You can Good hours, competetive and copy of tickets to: also call the office at wage & benefit package. humanresources@ 403-347-9909, Bruce cell Start your career! Fax resume to: phoenixrentals.ca 403-598-6670 or Barry cell 403-309-3360 or fax to:(780) 986-0763 403-598-6671 See Help Wanted
Trades
22 Lacombe Express
850
Trades
Tar-ific Construction has a F/T position avail. for a 1st or 2nd yr. H.D. Mechanic. We offer competitive wages, combined with a deluxe benefit pckg. Drop resume at 7809 48 Ave. or fax to 403-340-1246 email tarific@telusplanet.net
Thursday, April 25, 2013
Misc. Help
880
ATTENTION EXPERIENCED GAS UTILITY WORKERS SKOCDOPOLE CONSTRUCTION Ltd is now accepting resumes for
EQUIPMENT OPERATORS (rubber tired hoe,mini excavators,trenchers, trac hoe)
and LABOURERS
TORNADO Hydrovacs, a division of Petrofield Industries is accepting resumes for: Assembly Department: Industrial Painters, Electrical Technicians; and Labourers. Our Company has an enthusiastic, fast paced working environment with advancement for motivated individuals, and an excellent benefit package. Please forward resume to hr@ petrofield.com or Fax 403 742-5544 WATER WELL DRILLING COMPANY IN BENTLEY REQ’S EXPERIENCED
WATER WELL DRILLERS HELPER with class 3, air. All safety tickets required. Meal and Accommodation provided when out of town. Fax resume with drivers abstract: 403-748-3015
Truckers/ Drivers
860
CLASS 1 drivers req’d for flat deck work. Steady year round work. Benefits, exc. wages and safety bonuses. Successful candidates must be hard working, must know your load securement and love driving as you will be traveling throughout BC, AB, SK & MB. Please fax resumes and drivers abstract to 1-855-784-2330 NEED experienced Class 1 drivers for short and long haul. Runs AB., SASK, Manitoba & BC Please call PROMAX TRANSPORT at 227-2712 or fax resume w/abstract 403-227-2743
Misc. Help
880
ADULT CARRIERS REQUIRED for Newspapers Early morning Advocate delivery in Innisfail & Bowden 6 days a week Please call for details
314-4316 ALBERTA SPRINGS GOLF RESORT Req’s Full and Part Time outside grounds staff. Fax resume to 403-342-5995 stephen@ albertaspringsgolf.com MATURE HOUSEKEEPER who values honesty & integrity in her work needed for small seniors apt. in Red Deer. Criminal record & working with vulnerable people check req’d. Ref’s req’d. 403-309-4554 F/T. SYNIK CLOTHING, Gas. Alley. Apply w/resume.
Preference will be given to those applicants with applicable tickets and previous gas utility experience. Valid drivers license and abstract a must. Must be willing to travel province wide. Fax resumes to 403-947-2188 or e-mail to hr@skocdopole.com
Misc. Help
880
NEWSPAPER CARRIERS REQUIRED To deliver the SYLVAN LAKE NEWS & CENTRAL AB LIFE 1 DAY A WK. Please call Debbie at 403-314-4307
NEWSPAPER CARRIERS REQUIRED for
CALNASH TRUCKING LTD PONOKA, ALBERTA REQUIRES:
Dispatcher Position Responsibilities include: Coordinating equipment and personnel for rig moves and service work. Computer skills and knowledge of the trucking industry, drilling rigs and oilfield equipment, transportation rules and regulations would be an asset. Will train right candidate. Guaranteed hours. Experience preferred. Competitive wages and benefit packages included. Fax resume to: 403-783-3011 email: hr@calnashtrucking.com Only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls.
Currently seeking Newspaper carrier for morning delivery 6 DAYS PER WK. ( Monday - Saturday) in the town of Olds Earn $500+ for hour and a half per day. Must have own vehicle. 18+ Needed ASAP
The Town of Olds No collecting! Packages come ready for delivery! Also for the afternoon in Town of Penhold! Also afternoon delivery in Town of Springbrook 1 day per wk. No collecting!!
Please contact QUITCY at 403-314-4316 or email qmacaulay@ reddeeradvocate.com
Employment Training
900
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A HEART & STROKE INSTRUCTOR? May 24, 25, 26 BLS Instructor Certification Course offered in Red Deer at our training center. Mobile Service is available for groups of 8 or more. For more information call Murray @ 403-740-5316 To register call Tina @ 403-348-0687
In the towns of: Blackfalds Lacombe Ponoka Stettler Call Rick for more info 403-314-4303
HAS YOUR CPR/FIRST AID TICKET EXPIRED? NEED A NEW COURSE? April 22 & 23 -Emergency & Standard First Aid Watch for upcoming courses in May and June or call for more information. Courses are offered in Red Deer at our training center. Mobile service is available for groups of 8 or more.
Auctions
1530
Antique & Estate Auction Sunday April 28 11 am Sharp * Viewing 9 am Location: Ridgewood Community Hall Partial List only: 2002 Monaco Diplomat, Diesel, 40 ft, 2 Slides, (Subject to owners approval)
– Titanic Memorabilia (Artist Proofs, Limited Prints), Autographed by the last Survivor – Peddle Car – Edison GramophoneCollector Coins, Stamp & For more information call Bills – Jim Robb Prints – Murray @ 403-740-5316 Leather Recliner & To register call Tina @ Matching Sofas – 403-348-0687 Frigidaire Front Load Washer (1 yr old) – Dining Suites – Bedroom Suite – Craftsman Snow Blower, 13.50/27 with Electric Start – John Deere Herman Nelson 170000 BTU – Quad Blade – Kids Western Saddle and Much More Next Sale May 26 For a complete list and Cleaning Directions visit: www.cherryhillauction.com Terms of Sale: Cash, ANN’S Cleaning Services Cheque, C/C, Everything - Weekly & bi-weekly. must be paid for & Homes & Offices 302-0488 removed on sale day (NO EXCEPTIONS), 15% buyer’s premium. Sale subject to Additions, Contractors Deletions, Errors and Omissions. AA PHILCAN CONST. Int. & Ext. 34 yrs. exp. Cherry Hill Auction Bsmt. dev., decks, sheds, & Appraisals laminate flooring, reno’s, etc.. Phone 403-342-2514 Free Estimates Call Ken 340-8213 or cell 391-8044 or 403-347-8988 Allan 403-782-7165
1070
1100
Black Cat Concrete Garage/patios/rv pads sidewalks/driveways Dean 403-505-2542
Sidewalks, driveways, shops, patios, garage pads commercial. Specialized in stamp concrete. 302-9126
Computer Services
1110
Red Deer Techshop Grand Opening. Website design, pc/laptop repair. Call 403-986-2066 or visit reddeertechshop.com
Massage Therapy
1280
Mother’s Day Special Linda’s Chinese Massage For details call 403-986-1550 or visit massagereddeer.com THE BODY Whisperer www.mygimex.org 4606 48 Ave. 403-986-1691
Misc. Services
reddeer advocate.com
For afternoon delivery once per week
900
LANCE’S CONCRETE
Call Quitcy 403-314-4316 qmacaulay@
NEWSPAPER CARRIERS REQUIRED
Employment Training
1290
5* JUNK REMOVAL Do you need an Property clean up 340-8666 Advanced First Aid Certification? Starting May 7 - Advanced First Aid Course IRONMAN Scrap Metal Watch for upcoming Recovery is picking up courses in June or call for scrap again! Farm machinmore information. ery, vehicles and industrial. Courses are offered in Red Serving central Alberta. Deer at our training center. 403-318-4346 Mobile service is available for groups of 8 or more.
Painters/
1310
For more information call Decorators Murray @ 403-740-5316 To register call Tina @ JG PAINTING, 25 yrs. exp. 403-348-0687 Free Est. 403-872-8888
Yard Care
1430
SPRING LAWN CLEANUP Call 403-304-0678
ESTATE AUCTION For Edna Jensen Sun. May 5--10 a.m. Location: 5051- 56 St. Innisfail AB
Household items, Antique & Collectibles, Hand & Power tools, Wood working tools, Generator, Yard & garden items, Nilus Leclers weaving machine, Treadle machines, Doll Collection, Walking Dolls, Old time Western records, Stamp collection, Lots of misc. household items. Dress for the weather as we are outside in the yard.. For full listing and pictures.. Check the web
PILGRIM AUCTION SERVICE
Household Furnishings
1540
SPORTEK bike, 1 spd. balloon tires. Almost new. $125. 403-740-0070
Building Supplies
1550
REDUCING INVENTORY Vinyl Fencing Material. 6 ft. & 5 ft. + 1 ft. of accent colours white & tan & 5 ft. Adobe. Also assortment of misc. vinyl items. 403-347-6455
Firewood
1660
AFFORDABLE
Livestock
2100
ANTIQUE corner china BLACK ANGUS cabinet, with drawer. $200. YEARLING BULLS 403-877-6354 Quiet disposition, quality LEATHER COUCH, cream genetics and semen tested Vaccinated.. Also 2 yr. old $200. 403-877-6354 avail. George Lane LEATHER LOVESEAT & 403-885-5732 or Ross Lane RECLINER, cream $200. 403-860-2973 for both. 403-877-6354 LIMOUSIN Bulls Polled Red and black two year Misc. for olds and yearlings. Semen tested. Combest Limousin Sale Farm. (403)742-5211 2- Cree Indian Medicine LIVESTOCK handling man’s sheild 26x36” , $85 facility. 40 x 40 ft. sliders, each, 403-347-7405 sweeps, cow box, pens, shedded HANDMADE 4’ D very decorative composed of $3000 403-886-5315 Keith tiny pieces of furs must MAJESTIC shorthorns, see and handled to believe yearling red and roan bulls, the beauty $195; polled, semen tested, 403-347-7405 halter broke and quiet, Jennifer Orom LIFETIME treasure you 403-704-6121. must see to appreciate the beautiful museum type POLLED Charolais bulls showcase relics, time rel- yearlings & 2 yr. olds. ics, Sioux Indian Holyman Semen tested & guaranshield, 29” L x36W $125; teed. Leading AI Blood one Blackfoot Indian Medi- Lines. 403-783-8753 cine man’s shield, 33”x 25” POLLED PUREBRED $95; 403-347-7405 SIMMENTAL BULLS. MOVING - Must sell Red & Black Yearlings. ultramafic adjustable bed, Semen tested, guaranteed. air hockey table, china 403-877-7661 cabinet, 2 single bed PUREBRED red and black frames, deep freeze. Angus bulls. 1 and 2 year 403-986-3206 for info. olds. Semen tested and delivered. Vicwin farms 403-784-3517, Cats 403-318-7363. RED ANGUS 2 Year old SIAMESE & Yearling Bulls. Semen ALSO BELINESE ( 4) KITTENS FOR SALE tested, good temperament. Cripps Cattle Company $50/ea. 403-887-3649 403-391-2648 SELLING comm. and P.B angus yearling heifers, Dogs March born, weighing 850-900 lb.s vacc. and F1 LABRA DOODLES, ready to breed, Gavin F1B GOLDEN DOODLES 403-556-5246 Colton puppies. Visit 403-507-5416. www.furfettishfarm.ca THE BEST IN POLLED text 306-521-1371 HEREFORD YEARLING or call 403-919-1370 BULLS Semen tested, great Sporting disposition, tremendous performance. Goods Flewelling Cattle Company 403-224-2111 ADAMS GOLF CLUB SET ASSAULT Right handed. WELLS ANGUS 1-3-5 Woods, 3-PW Irons, Exc. selection of 2 yr old graphite shafts, new grips, angus bulls, vet inspected bag. Very good cond. $100. and delivered upto 200 403-346-0093 kms., 403-749-2651 WEIDER NEWER CROSS BOW Exercise Machine. Very good cond. $175 obo. Poultry Comes with all attachments & exercise LIVE YEAR OLD LAYING chart. 403-346-6939 hens for sale, Phone 403-782-4095
1760
1830 1840
1860
2130
403-556-5531 www.auctionsales.ca Farm
Bicycles
1720
Equipment
2010
24’ HEAVY Duty Free Standing panels, windbreaks, gates, shelters, feeders and more for SALE. Please call 403-704-3828 for more info. RIMBEY MF 5465 tractor, fwd, 100 hp, 650 hrs. like new 403-347-5431
Tractors
2030
CASE IH 1010 22-1/2’ straight cut header, w/pick up reel, exc cond., $7000 OBO 403-784-3248
Farm Custom Work
Homestead Firewood MANURE Spruce, Pine, Spilt, Dry.
2080
SPREADERS FOR RENT, 3 Bunning manure spreaders, 3 different sizes, vertical beaters, custom corral cleaning with bunning spraders on truck, Phone 403-588-4787 LOGS Contact Lawrence Buit Semi loads of pine, spruce, 588-1146 tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging Livestock 403-318-4346 Now Offering Hotter, Cleaner BC Birch. All Types. P.U. / NURSE cows good milkdel. Lyle 403-783-2275 ers , call 403-782-7162 7 days/wk. 403-304-6472 FIREWOOD. Pine, Spruce, Poplar. Can deliver 1-4 cords. 403-844-0227
2100
Horses
2140
WANTED: all types of horses. Processing locally in Lacombe weekly. 403-651-5912
Pasture/Land Wanted
2180
SUPERVISED PASTURE WANTED for 100-300 Yearlings. 780-608-0159
Grain, Feed Hay
2190
METCALF barley 96% germination 403-588-7324 ROUND hay bales. Cheap Free delivery. Self unloading. No Sunday calls Please. 403-843-6380 SMALL SQUARE HAY BALES: 1st & 2nd cut. 403-784-2276
Seed Grain
2200
CERTIFIED MORGAN OAT SEED 99% germ. Call Echo Ridge Seeds 403-883-2503
Seed Grain
2200
CERTIFIED seed for sale: Busby barley, Sundre barley, Jordan oats, Guaranteed, fully tested. Greg Jones, Magic Seed Farm 403-704-6277 or 403-783-6495
Acreages/ Farms
3010
5 BDRM. house acreage, 10 min. S. of Pine Lake & 40 min. SE of Red Deer. $1650, $800 d.d. utils. incl., 1 month last month rent, 1 yr. leasing, references & record of employment. No house pets. Avail. June 1 403-442-2631 or 357-9909
Houses/ Duplexes
3020
BEAUTIFUL Executive home avail. May 1. Located central S. Sylvan Lake, close to schools, 6 bdrm., dining rm. living room, large master bdrm., 3 1/2 baths, 2 car garage, $1850./mo. + utils. 780-887-4430
Stores/ Commercial
3120
LACOMBE DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL LEASE Ideal for retail or office. - 3225 square feet 5019 - 51 Street Contact Linda 403-782-5117
Warehouse Space
3140
WAREHOUSE FOR SALE OR LEASE 4860 sq. ft., new, bright, two 14’ O.H. doors, heated, fans, can be divided into 2 bays. Call 403- 318-4848 to view
Houses For Sale
4020
BLACKFALDS,1/2 duplex, new, 1250 sq.ft. 2 bdrm., bsmt. finished, att. garage, 2 tier deck, landscaped, whte vinyl fence around, call 403-600-1804 For Sale By Owner ~ IMPRESSIVE Modified Bi-level with STUNNING CURB APPEAL on a QUIET Close in Sylvan Lake. The IMMACULATE DEVELOPMENT is sure to IMPRESS. This BEAUTIFUL home is 1342 sq. ft. on upper floor. It has 4 Bedrooms and 3 Full Bathrooms, RV Pad, many upgrades and much, much more. A MUST SEE to appreciate all that it has. Please call or write for more details. Price $530,000.00 Email: mka8clr8@gmail. com or Call: 403-887-1715.
Condos/ Townhouses
4040
REALLY nice 1 bdrm. modern condo (4th flr.) in downtown Lacombe, adult complex. Ready for occupancy, all appls., convenient canopy parking right outside the door. Call 403-309-4554 for more info. and viewing appt.
Acreages
4050
4 ACRES, bare land, LAKE KOOCANUSSA, $79,900 403-350-0345
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Acreages
4050
4090
Manufactured Homes
2008 CUSTOM BUILT modular home to move, 1315 sq.ft., 3 bdrms. 2 baths, fireplace, a.c., awning and decking, all appls., $115,000. phone 403-729-3205 for pics. 7 ACRES $330,000. 20 min. to Red Deer 403-350-0345
Farms/ Land
4070
WANTED 14’ or 16’ wide mobile home to move into park. 1-780-465-7107
Lots For Sale
4160
Investment Opportunities
4180
5030
SUV's
5040
Trucks
5050
Trucks
5050
bids accepted until May 6, 2013, 3 p.m. for individual or all parcels. Future development land in the designated growth area of Mountainview county. 3 parcels: Parcel 1, 139.49 acres, parcel 2, 140.1 acres, parcel 3, 117.3 acres. ID #1995. Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Signature Service 1-866-345-3414 www. canadafarmandranch.com
Antique & Classic Autos
2009 BMW 335i retractable hardtop gorgeous $38,888 Sport & Import 348 8788
5190
2010 BMW Xdrive 3.0i 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 2003 KING Ranch 150 24,568 km. Sport & Import 72,000 km Sport & Import Loaded, Leather, DVD 4 7652-50 Ave 403-348-8788 7652-50 Ave. 403-348-8788 Door, exc. shape in and out. $6600. 403-550-0372
CLASSIFIEDS WORKS
Motorhomes
5100
5020
Vehicles Wanted To Buy
5200
WANTED FREE REMOVAL of unwanted cars and trucks, also wanted to buy lead batteries, call 403-396-8629
1983 FORD Mustang convertible, 5 L, 5 spd. p.w., cruise control, red/white. 79,000 kms. summer driven only. $6500. 403-728-3427
5030
Auto Wreckers
RED’S AUTO. Free Scrap Vehicle & Metal Removal. We travel. May pay cash for vehicle. 403-396-7519
OLDS, AB: UP FOR BIDS:
BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME in Clive, 60’x140’ $860,000. On Hwy 590, serviced lot with alley aceasy access to Calgary cess. .19 acre in newer /Red Deer. 155 acres of dev. neighborhood, great prime farm land yielding location. Less than 15 mts. $50,000/year with an exc. to Prentiss. Joffre and executive bungalow devel- Lacombe. Offered at Cars oped up & down. Contact $59,900. Phone garthd946@hotmail.com 403-782-1879 or 2000 PONTIAC Grand Am 403-227-6740 403-357-2533. 2 dr. Clean 403-318-3040
FARM FOR SALE
Cars
2007 Mercedes Benz CLS 63 AMG 508 HP $41888 348-8788 Sport & Import
2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon $24,888 Sport & Import 403-348-8788
2006 GMC C4500 Topkick duramax diesel, 4X4, auto, $44888 7652 50 Avenue 348-8788 Sport & Import
Start your career! See Help Wanted
Central Alberta’s Largest Car Lot in Classifieds
2006 FUSION SE, 4 dr., p. everything, 68,000 kms. 1 owner. 403-342-2480
1995 BARTH Regal Class REMOVAL of unwanted A 31’ wide-body coach on cars, may pay cash for 1994 Ford chassis-460 gas complete cars. 304-7585 engine; 28,150 miles/one A1 RED’S AUTO. Free owner/smoke free/ fully scrap vehicle & metal equip.. Exc. cond removal. We travel. AMVIC offers. No GST. approved. 403-396-7519 Ed (403) 783-3430.
Service Directory To advertise your service or business here, call 403.782.5303 Placing a small ad in the service directory will cost you less than a penny per paper distributed to
•Skidsteer Services •Gravel Hauling •Excavating
7400
403.304.3887
homes
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Careers ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A CHANGE? Inland Concrete Ltd Requires
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For their Ponoka & Lacombe locations Class 1 or Class 3 required No experience required. Will train suitable candidates.
Please fax resume to: 403-782-3134 ATTN: Leonard
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Heritage Chrysler Jeep General Sales Manager Attention: RYAN BOWES rbowes@heritagechrysler.com Fax: 403.782.3360 We thank all those that apply. Only those selected will be contacted for an interview.
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Thursday, April 25, 2013
WEIDNER MOTORS
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2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT AWD
Â‘ÂƒÂ†Â‡Â†ÇĄ ‡ƒ–‡† Â‡ÂƒÂ–Â•ÇĄ ›Ž‹Â?Â? ‡ƒ” ƒÂ?‡”ƒǨ ̈́;͡ǥͳ;Ͳ ͓ͳ; Ͳͳͳ
SALE
$33,427
2013 Chevrolet 1500 Reg Cab
ƒ…Â?ÂƒÂ‰Â‡ÇĄ ͡Ǥ; ͺǥ ʹͲdz ™Š‡‡Ž•ǥ Â? –ƒ”Ǩ ̈́͜ͳǥ͚͚Ͳ ͓ͳ; ͲͲ͚
SALE
$33,687
2013 Chevrolet 2500 Ext LT
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SALE
$51,177
2013 Chevrolet 1500 Ext 4x4
ͺǥ Š”‘Â?‡ ……‡••‘”‹‡•ǥ ‘…Â?‹Â?‰ Â‹ÂˆÂˆÇ¤ÇĄ ”ƒ‹Ž‡” Â?‰Ǩ ̈́͜ͳǥ͡ͺ͡ ͓ͳ; ͳ͜Ͳ
SALE
$30,987
2013 Chevy Avalanche LT
Â‘ÂƒÂ†Â‡Â†ÇĄ ‡ƒ–‡† Â‡ÂƒÂ–Â•ÇĄ ›Ž‹Â?Â? ‡ƒ” ƒÂ?‡”ƒǨ ̈́;͡ǥͳ;Ͳ ͓ͳ; Ͳ͝͸
SALE
$33,677
2013 Chevrolet Sonic LT
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SALE
$19,987
2013 Chevrolet Cruze LT Turbo
Â‘ÂƒÂ†Â‡Â†ÇĄ ‡Â?‘–‡ Â–ÂƒÂ”Â–ÇĄ Ž—‡–‘‘–ŠǨ ̈́ʹ;ǥʹͺ͡ ͓ͳ; Ͳͳ͸
SALE
$21,637
2013 Chevrolet Volt
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SALE
$43,187
2012 Nissan Altima S
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ͳ͸ǥͲͲͲÂ?Â?•ǥ ˆ—ŽŽ› ‡“—‹’’‡†Ǩ
REDUCED
$19,877 2012 GMC Acadia AWD SLE
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Â‘ÂƒÂ†Â‡Â†ÇĄ Â?Â•Â–ÂƒÂ”ÇĄ ‘™‡” ‡ƒ–Ǩ
JUST ARRIVED
$35,900 2012 Mini Cooper
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Â‡ÂƒÂ–ÂŠÂ‡Â”ÇĄ —Â?Â”Â‘Â‘ÂˆÇĄ ‡ƒ–‡† Â‡ÂƒÂ–Â•ÇĄ ;ʹǥͲͲͲÂ?Â?•Ǩ
ON SALE
$24,700 2012 GMC Sierra SLE
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”‡™ ÂƒÂ„ÇĄ ͜š͜ǥ Â‘ÂƒÂ†Â‡Â†ÇĄ ͡Ǥ; ÇĄ ʹ͜ǥͲͲͲÂ?Â?•Ǩ
BUY NOW
$29,700 2010 Ford Fusion SEL AWD
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Â‘ÂƒÂ†Â‡Â†ÇĄ Â‡ÂƒÂ–ÂŠÂ‡Â”ÇĄ —Â?”‘‘ˆǨ
$17,777 2012 Chevrolett Traverse LT
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Â‘ÂƒÂ†Â‡Â†ÇĄ ÇĄ ʹͲǥͲͲͲÂ?Â?•Ǩ
$28,395 2012 Buick Lacrosse CXL
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;Ǥ͸ Â?‰‹Â?‡ǥ Â‡ÂƒÂ–ÂŠÂ‡Â”ÇĄ ‡ƒ–‡† ‡ƒ–•Ǩ –•Ǩ
$29,777 2008 Chevrolet ett Avalanche LT
͓ͳͲ ʹ͚͝
͡Ǥ; ͺǥ Â‡ÂƒÂ–ÂŠÂ‡Â”ÇĄ ‡ƒ–‡† ‡ƒ–•ǨǨ
$23,777
0% ďŹ nancing available up to 84 months on select new vehicles. All rebates to dealer. Prices do not include GST, tire tax or admin fee. Prices listed may exclude availability of 0% ďŹ nancing O.A.C. Vehicles not exactly as shown. See dealer for full details.
5460 Hwy 2A, Lacombe, AB
403.782.3626 www.weidnerchevrolet.ca