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BY GREG MEACHEM ADVOCATE SPORTS EDITOR CALGARY — If you don’t succeed, try, try again. Brent Sutter placed a bid with the Western Hockey League to host the 2001 Memorial Cup tournament and was rebuffed in favour of Regina. He threw his hat into the ring three years ago in hopes of staging the 2013 event and lost out to Saskatoon. On Wednesday, it was third time lucky for the Red Deer Rebels owner/ president/GM/head coach, whose club was chosen by the WHL board of governors as the host of the 2016 Memorial Cup, with the vote going in the Rebels’ favour over the Vancouver Giants and their owner Ron Toigo. Alberta last

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hosted the Memorial Cup in 1974 at the Calgary Corral. “It’s a historical day for the city of Red Deer, the province of Alberta and the WHL, for that matter, for bringing the Memorial Cup to Alberta for the first time since 1974,” said league com-

missioner Ron Robison, during a press conference at the Delta Bow Valley Hotel. “If you know the Sutter family, and Brent in particular, you know about perseverance. Brent has bid for this twice and of course he won the Memorial Cup in Regina and has run a model

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franchise since acquiring the Rebels in 1999. “When you talk about the significance and the importance of this event it will extend way beyond the city of Red Deer. It will be a provincial celebration. We’re very fortunate that Brent and his organization put forward a very successful bid and we also want to thank Ron Toigo and the Giants for their bid. “We had two quality bids and at the end of the day the league board of governors have chosen Red Deer to host in 2016.”

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Auditor general backs surprise inspections BY SUSAN ZIELINSKI ADVOCATE STAFF

Many students from fast-growing Blackfalds are taking school division buses into Red Deer because of a lack of local options.

For years, Albertans have sounded the alarm about inadequate staffing for family members in long-term care. Now Alberta auditor general Merwan Saher says surprise inspections to check on staffing are not a bad idea. On Tuesday, the auditor general’s report said Alberta Health Services fails to periodically verify that staffing is adequate to meet the care needs of residents on every shift in the province’s 170 long-term care facilities. The facilities contain 14,370 beds. According to the report: “AHS does not obtain sufficient assurance that facilities implement individual resident care plans, and meet basic and fundamental daily needs of residents.” Brenda Corney, Friends of Medicare Red Deer chapter chair, said sometimes Red Deer facilities are really short on staff. “You’ve got this beautiful care plan but it doesn’t go anywhere if there aren’t enough people to implement it, or have the motivation to implement it,” Corney said on Wednesday. “They are human beings lying in those beds, in incontinence pads that need to be changed, and waiting to go to the toilet. Can you imagine how awful that is? We’re dealing with people. I think the report kind of emphasizes that.”

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BY PAUL COWLEY ADVOCATE STAFF Blackfalds will get a new school and Red Deer will get cash for upgrades and additions at two schools. Premier Jim Prentice announced 55 new schools and 20 modernizations on Wednesday in a $2-billion school building and modernization plan. Red Deer Catholic School Division will get a much-needed kindergartento-Grade-9 school in Blackfalds and five-classroom addition to St. Francis of Assisi Middle School in Lancaster. Red Deer Public Schools will get cash to upgrade Westpark Middle School. Elsewhere in the region, Wild Rose School Division will receive money to upgrade David Thompson High School, which is about 60 km west of Red Deer. The premier said $43.2 million will be available to school boards immediately to begin planning. Another $100 million will be freed up to fast-track school maintenance projects. “It was a fantastic day. A bit unexpected but very exciting, “ said Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools board chairman Guy Pelletier, who only

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As City of Red Deer mayor Tara Veer took the stage at the official opening ceremonies of the new Ecole Barrie Wilson School Wednesday the music began to play and a flash-mob of students dancing and singing about the joys of reading broke out. The new school in Timberlands named after long-time Red Deer Educator Barrie Wilson opened in September but held its official opening on Wednesday. found out on Wednesday morning that an announcement was coming later in the day. A Blackfalds school and the Red Deer addition knock the top two items off the school division’s capital wish list.

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Shaw videographer Jonna Semple interviews Monybany Dau during the Mosaic Market at the HUB on Ross Wednesday afternoon. Dau, a former child soldier, grew up in the small South Sudanese village of Atar where he along with A Better World Canada is working to bring 10 water wells to 10 communities in the region. The project will provide clean water to 90,000 people. The Mosaic Market was a one-day market place offering fair trade locally and globally made arts and crafts, homemade baking, refreshments, books, cards and jewelry from several non-profit groups. Funds raised during the event will go to support social justice humanitarian causes and the John Howard Society in Red Deer.

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MEMORIAL CUP: ‘It’s not just about the games’ After thanking everyone involved in making his Memorial Cup bid a successful one, Sutter insisted that he didn’t hold any grudges regarding the 2011 vote (for the 2013 Memorial Cup) that went in Saskatoon’s favour despite the widespread notion that the winning city’s larger facility and potential to generate more revenues to be shared among league teams were the deciding factors. “I don’t think we were bitter, we were disappointed,” he said. “You never now what’s going to happen when you get into a situation like this. Saskatoon had a great bid back in 2011 and the governors chose them at that time, but we showed the resiliency to stay with it and not lose our focus and purpose about giving the city and the province what they deserve, and that’s to host the Memorial Cup. “And that’s what we did — we kept our focus on it and are obviously very pleased and we want to thank the board of governors in our league for giving us this opportunity in 2016.” Asked if the 40 years between now and the last Alberta-hosted Memorial Cup — and the gap will be 42 years in 2016 — was a major factor in the voting, Sutter seemed almost incredulous. But just for a second. “Yes, it’s been a long time, and to be honest it’s truly hard to believe,” he said. “But that’s over with now. Now it comes back to the province of Alberta. It’s the most prestigious amateur hockey event and for the city and our organization and the province, for it to come back here after 42 years is outstanding. We have a lot of people to thank, including the city and provincial governments and our host committee.” The Memorial Cup is a 10-day event that includes a host of off-ice activities, most of which will be held at the Westerner buildings adjoined to or near the Centrium. “It’s not just about the games, which of course are huge, but we also want to have an event that will attract all kinds of people,” said Sutter, who’s not worried about bringing in enough volunteers to keep everything on track. “The biggest thing is we can only have so many volunteers and our committee is going to be very big,” he noted. “We’ll have it at the level we’ll need, because we know we’re going to have a tremendous amount of support, not just in Red Deer but from throughout Central Alberta and the entire province.” In essence, the Rebels’ successful pursuit of the

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Memorial Cup tournament is a reward to a fan base that has dwindled somewhat over the past 10 years but still remains among the league’s best. “Any event like this rewards your loyal fans. We have a great fan base in Red Deer that has been tremendously supportive since the team came into existence,” said Sutter. “I know that since I bought the team back in 1999 the fan support has been fantastic.” gmeachem@reddeeradvocate.com

SCHOOLS: Unlikely to be ready until 2017 “There’s a real need in Blackfalds. To be able to provide schooling for them in their own town is huge,” Pelletier said. “It will be much more convenient for the families and much more efficient on the transportation side.” Pelletier said a new school wouldn’t likely be ready for students until 2017. Additional space will be welcomed at St. Francis, which at 565 students is already operating over capacity. Pelletier said the plan is to move the English program students from Ecole Camille J. Lerouge School to St. Francis when room is available. At Red Deer Public, board chairwoman Bev Manning said details are still to come on the Westpark project, but the additional funding will be welcomed. “We’ve had it on the list now for a little bit and it kind of works its way to the top. It’s definitely a need and we’re thankful (the funding) has been announced.” pcowley@reddeeradvocate.com

CARE: Often end-of-life care The report said that long-term care is often endof-life care and many residents die within two years of admission. It also said that although medical interventions and medications play an important role, the success of care depends largely on help with the seemingly simple activities of daily living. “For example, proper bathing, management of continence, body rotation and foot care are critical for preventing sores and skin ulcers, which can often lead to severe health complications and death. Proper cognitive stimulation, daily interaction, social activities and communication are important

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VANCOUVER — A man who broke into a ticket vending machine at a Metro Vancouver SkyTrain station allegedly took off with lots of money but not his pants. Transit Police spokeswoman Anne Drennan said the man caught his pants on some wire as he was running from one of five break-ins last month at three stations — one in Vancouver and two in Burnaby, B.C. Video surveillance shows that in the incident on Aug. 27, a suspect’s tracks pants get caught on a rolldown steel mesh gate and when he tries to retrieve them, his buddy shoos him away before the two run off. “They’re tear-away track pants, which are not in fashion anymore,” Drennan said Wednesday. “He runs back and tries to get them and they’re hooked, and his buddy’s saying, ’Go!”’ Two or three men are involved in the heists, Drennan said, adding that besides pants, they wear dark clothing and cover their faces with bandanas or hats and hoods as they use crowbars and screwdrivers to commit their crimes. In one incident, a white Jeep Cherokee was used and later recovered as a stolen vehicle, she said. About $2,000 has been stolen, and damage to the machines is estimated at $7,000. for preventing and managing depression. Help with these basic activities of daily living prevents seemingly minor health issues that can easily snowball into rapid health deterioration and even untimely death,” the report said. The auditor general did say the long-term care system has significantly improved since the 2005 audit. But Public Interest Alberta was disappointed that the auditor general did not look at the whether the care has improved since 2005. PIA executive director Bill Moore-Kilgannon said the 2005 report said 31 per cent of long-term care facilities were not meeting care standards. “We still don’t have a sense as to whether or not the government’s strategy on long-term care is providing the necessary care,” Moore-Kilgannon said. Even the idea to do surprise inspections was simply an example, rather than a recommendation, on how to verify if staffing is adequate to meet the needs of residents, he said. Meanwhile, families are being encouraged to hire their own caregivers to look after their loved ones in facilities, he said. “That’s a sign that the system is not properly supported and funding.” More beds are now operated by corporations and the auditor general did not investigate whether the province is getting value for the taxpayers’ dollars companies are receiving, he said. “If he’s not even asking that question, then nobody can find out that information,” Moore-Kilgannon said. Thirty-six per cent of Alberta’s long-term care beds, or 5,239 beds, are at for-profit facilities. That compares to 32 per cent, or 4,540 beds, at not-forprofits, and 32 per cent, or 4,591 beds, at AHS facilities. According to a November 2013 report from Parkland Institute, corporations made an average return on investment of 2.1 per cent between 1999 and 2009 and that was higher than the 1.23 per cent average return on the U.S. stock market. “These people are making profit,” Corney said. The auditor general’s report said it was unclear who has the responsibility and authority at AHS to manage the overall performance at facilities that costs the province $910 million last year. The Wildrose Party said the auditor’s report outlines a pattern of secrecy within AHS that fails to publicly report on the performance of the provincial long-term care system. “We have a crisis in our acute-care system, patients are desperately waiting to get access to longterm care beds, while our entire system is failing to properly monitor the quality of care being delivered,” said Wildrose seniors critic Kerry Towle. szielinski@reddeeradvocate.com

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Vader found not guilty dropped. The murder charges were also stayed earlier this year. On Wednesday, Justice Andrea Moen ruled in the latest case that although Vader may be an “unsavoury character,” the Crown’s witnesses were unreliable and the defence raised reasonable doubt on the charges. She acquitted Vader on all nine offences, including drug trafficking, theft and weapons charges. It was Vader’s second trial on the charges. He was originally convicted in 2012, but before he was sentenced it was discovered that some evidence had not been properly disclosed to the defence. The judge in that case cited the RCMP as “negligent” and ordered a new trial. Vader did plead guilty Wednesday to a new charge of failing to comply with a court order in 2010. He was sentenced to one day of time already served. Whitling said his client has spent too much time in custody on what amounts to minor charges involving stolen pickup trucks and possession of a broken, old revolver. “Frankly, if there had been a finding of guilt, he would have been released quite soon anyway. I think it’s unfortunate he had to spend so much time in pretrial detention only to be acquitted of everything at the end of the day.” Earlier this year, Vader filed lawsuits against prosecutors and the RCMP claiming malicious prosecution. He alleges he was kept in custody on trumped-up charges until he could be charged with murdering the McCanns, as well as that he was mistreated by staff in the Edmonton Remand Centre.

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Millie Watson, left, the creator of the ‘The Roads to Red Deer’ quilt speaks with Joan Chapman at the grand opening of the new Timberlands branch of the Red Deer Public Library on Wednesday. The opening coincided with the official opening of the adjoining Ecole Barrie Wilson school. The quilt, assembled with 2,013 individual cotton squares, contributed by many quilters is a centennial project and has now found a home in the new library. The NFU says it will speak Thursday at agriculture committee hearings at the House of Commons on Bill C-18, the Agriculture Growth Act. It says the bill would increase farmers’ costs, reduce farmers’ autonomy and compromise Canadian sovereignty. At the same time, the NFU says the bill would provide more revenue and power to multinational agri-business corporations. The NFU says some parts of the bill should be introduced separately to allow for proper debate but says the Plant Breeders Rights Act amendments should be tossed out completely. Terry Boehm of the NFU says the amendments would have the effect of taking away a farmer’s control of his seed. “Canada does not have to pass Bill C-18 to comply with international trade rules,” he said. “We can develop our own seed law system that works for farmers and which creates a strong foundation for the kind of food system that will truly support future generations.”

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‘IT HAS MOVED SLOWLY UP TO THIS POINT, BUT WITH RENEWED LEADERSHIP ALL AROUND WE’RE NOW ABLE TO MOVE FORWARD.’

BY THE CANADIAN PRESS CALGARY — The Alberta government is resurrecting a plan to create charters for its two largest cities to give them more power to deal with growth pressures. But Premier Jim Prentice says the charters won’t mean more taxing powers. “The charters will be finalized on a fiscally sustainable basis,” Prentice said Tuesday at a news conference beside Edmonton Mayor Don Iveson and his Calgary counterpart, Naheed Nenshi. “They will in no way endorse or permit the creation of new taxation powers. “There’s only one taxpayer, the Alberta public, and were not about to add to the public’s burden at this point.” The discussions will look at a variety of ways to give cities more autonomy and authority to deal with problems within their boundaries. Examples could be more bylaw powers or more authority over how a city funds and manages social services. Nenshi said it’s an “important first step,” saying there are lots of frustrating front-line examples where divided authority between the province and the city has led to unresolved problems. “It’s important for us to clear that up, to clear up accountabilities,” said Nenshi. The charter will also look at a fiscal framework to find a new way for the province to fund the city’s operating and capital budgets to reduce the municipalities’ reliance on property taxes. The charter idea was launched in 2012 by former premier Alison Redford, with a memorandum of understanding signed in June of that year. But the process eventually stalled as Redford became engulfed in a spending scandal that ultimately forced her to resign in March. Iveson said he is heartened that the process is back on, and with clear timelines to completion. “It has moved slowly up to this

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point, but with renewed leadership all around we’re now able to move forward,” said Iveson. “If we are to be a globally competitive province, it must be led by two great globally competitive cities, and I think the charter discussions are the pathway to getting us there.” There are three phases: all three sides will hash out the issues to be addressed by the spring; all sides will has out any issues dealing with other government departments by the fall of 2015; all sides will work out a new fiscal framework by the spring of 2016. Prentice said a deal is crucial. “Our cities are under tremendous pressures,” he said. “Each year 100,000 people move into this province, and that trend is not about to stop any time soon.” Wildrose municipal affairs critic Jeff Wilson said his party, too, wants more powers for the cities. But he noted that the proof will ultimately be in the charters, if they ever get that far. “Too often we have seen this government make big promises to our cities only to later break their promises and revert back to trying to pressure municipalities to fall in line,” said Wilson in a news release. NDP critic Deron Bilous labelled Prentice’s announcement a re-announcment of the 2012 memorandum of understanding. He said it was nothing but crass politicking by Prentice, who is running in a Calgary byelection to win a seat in the legislature. “The PCs already had a plan in place to build big city charters with our civic partners. Now today, in the middle of a byelection campaign, they’re saying it’s finally time to get moving on it,” noted Bilous.

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SASKATOON — The National Farmers Union says a new omnibus agricultural bill should be broken up into manageable parts.

OTTAWA — Canada’s tough-oncrime Conservative government has received another stinging indictment from its corrections watchdog, who says too many inmates are being freed from prison without adequate preparation or supervision. In his 2013-14 annual report, Howard Sapers said inmates are “increasingly likely” to leave prison by way of statutory release at the two-thirds point of their sentences instead of by conditional release, known as parole. That means many offenders are released under limited supervision — if any. “This is not how Canada’s corrections and conditional release system was designed and certainly does not reflect best practice,” Sapers told a news conference after his report was tabled in Parliament.

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EDMONTON — A man once charged in the slaying of two Alberta seniors was found not guilty Wednesday on unrelated charges and was to be released from custody for the first time in more than four years. Travis Vader plans to move in with his family and find work again in the province’s oilpatch, defence lawyer Nathan Whitling told reporters outside court. He said it’s possible his client may face public scrutiny, but that the 42-year-old believes his life will go back to normal. “Mr. Vader has directed me to say that he is not a threat to anyone,” Whitling said. “His intention is to get his old job back and to live a very quiet life and I expect this is the last you will all hear of Travis Vader.” RCMP publicly named Vader a person of interest and later their only suspect in the July 2010 deaths of Lyle McCann and his wife, Marie. The couple, both in their 70s, were last seen alive more than four years ago when they fuelled up their motorhome in their hometown of St. Albert, north of Edmonton. Their burned-out motorhome was discovered a few days later but their bodies have never been found. Vader was initially arrested on a long list of outstanding warrants. Two years later, he was charged with firstdegree murder in the deaths of the McCanns. The charges he was initially held on, which included passing off a forged employment letter in court, were later

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Just send us the cheques EASTERN PROVINCES SHUN THE TECHNOLOGY THAT HELPS GENERATE THE VERY FUNDS THEY RECEIVE THROUGH EQUALIZATION BY GYWN MORGAN SPECIAL TO THE ADVOCATE New Brunswick’s recent election campaign featured starkly different visions of how to lift the province’s moribund economy. The governing Progressive Conservatives saw unlocking shale gas resources as a job and wealth creating opportunity while the Liberals, playing on fears instilled by anti-fracking protestors, promised increased infrastructure spending. In a choice between building wealth and building debt, frack-fearing voters chose debt. Just days after newlyelected Liberal Premier Brian Gallant vowed to institute a moratorium on natural gas well hydraulic fracturing, neighbouring Nova Scotia introduced legislation prohibiting fracking, despite a report by a governmentappointed commission that acknowledged unlocking shale gas resources could bring billions of dollars into the province’s economy and recommended establishment of baseline monitoring with effective and enforceable regulations. The two Atlantic provinces have joined Quebec in shunning a technology that has one of the most impressive

industrial safety records ever compiled. In the United States, where some 1.2 million wells have been hydraulically fractured over the past 60 years, the Bureau of Land Management and the Environmental Protection Agency have found no supportable evidence of fracture induced water contamination. Here in Canada, over 200,000 wells have been fractured in Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan with a similarly sterling record. News that the three Eastern provinces are shunning technology that helps generate the very funds they receive through Canada’s Equalization Program is stirring an undercurrent of resentment in the West. Letters on editorial pages echo an “OK in our back yard, but not in yours” sentiment while a “no fracking-no cheque” quip went viral on the Internet. Adding fuel to these sentiments is opposition to Trans Canada’s critically needed Energy East Pipeline that would move oilsands production through Quebec and New Brunswick to international export markets. Led by environmental NGO’s, the same groundless apocalyptic rhetoric used to foment opposition against hydraulic fracturing is being adopted against En-

ergy East. Matthew Abbott of the Conservation Council of New Brunswick alleges, “The Energy East pipeline would put thousands of fishery jobs a risk.” Greenpeace campaigner Patrick Bonan pronounces “Quebec should not have to assume the risks ... which only serve the interests of oil companies.” Here again, the message that Westerners hear is “Keep your dirty oil, just send us the cheques.” Of course, Canada’s equalization system doesn’t actually involve “have provinces” sending cheques to “havenot” provinces. But in practice that’s what happens, through the federal treasury. The system ties equalization grants to per-capita “fiscal capacity.” Unlocking shale gas and oilsands resources results in a higher fiscal capacity for B.C., Alberta and Saskatchewan. That higher per-capita fiscal capacity means higher tax payments to the federal treasury, which are redistributed to lower fiscal capacity provinces including Quebec, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Without natural gas and oilsands revenues, those funds simply wouldn’t be available for redistribution. What would that mean to the three antifracking, anti-oilsands provinces?

Quebec’s fiscal plan for 2014-15 projects a deficit of $2.4 billion. This is after a $9.3-billion equalization payment. Without that payment, the provincial deficit would mushroom to a whopping $11.7 billion. New Brunswick projects a deficit of $400 million (before Gallant’s new infrastructure spending program), while its equalization payment is expected to be $1.7 billion. Without that payment, its deficit would jump to $2.1 billion. That means one-quarter of all spending would have to be borrowed. Nova Scotia projects a deficit of $300 million and an equalization payment of $1.6 billion, so without the payment the deficit would jump to $1.9 billion. One-fifth of all spending would need to be borrowed. Without those gas-and-oil-funded equalization payments, the fiscal position of these three provinces would clearly be disastrous, leaving no choice but to make dramatic cuts to health care, education and social programs. Perhaps then gas well fracturing and the oilsands might not seem so awful anymore. Morgan is a retired Canadian business leader who has been a director of five global corporations. This was supplied by Troy Media (www.troymedia.com).

Patriotism, fear sell war plan The vote in support of Stephen Harper’s decision to join allied airstrikes in northern Iraq — and possibly Syria — was never in doubt. But Conservatives imported two distinctly American arguments in selling their plan to a divided House of Commons. In essence, they sold patriotism and fear. The patriotic argument was a variation on the first theme, that in Harper’s Canada, this country takes no free rides. It was sometimes wrapped in other phrases. When allies call, we respond. It is the Canadian way. We don’t let others do the heavy lifting for us. We do not sit on the sidelines. “If Canada wants to keep its voice in the world — and TIM we should since so many of HARPER our challenges are global,’’ says Harper, “being a free rider means you are not taken seriously.’’ “My Canada heeds the call,’’ said Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird. “My Canada protects the vulnerable. My Canada does not leave all the heavy lifting to others.’’ While Conservatives have anted up aid money, what Harper and Baird are really saying is global leadership means bombs and those who oppose this — most notably the Liberals — will let others fight our fight. They are less patriotic. It is an effective argument, coming from the leader of the country, a man who has been sitting at summit tables for eight years. It is an argument that likely will be heard again in six months when this campaign is extended, as well as next year on the election trail. It is effective now, when support is high and voters frame this issue as us standing up to the bad guys, before the support invariably wanes over time. But it is hardly an infallible argument. Not all allies have decided that international cachet means flying combat jets. Many are contributing humanitarian aid, an option often derided by Harper’s Conservatives as sending over some blankets. Germany’s Angela Merkel is one who has chosen blankets over bombs and no one is suggesting that Germany’s global voice will be diminished. Go to war or be a free rider? “That is small thinking, facile, divisive and unworthy,’’ said Liberal defence critic Joyce Murray. When called upon to act, said Justice Minister Peter MacKay, we respond. But surely, when called upon, we decide what to do based on our needs and capabilities. We don’t just respond and that response need not be — and has not been — military in nature. This is a government, however, that picks its spots when it comes to heavy lifting and the bottom line is

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usually economic. They have clearly taken a free ride on the global threat that is posed by climate change. In all but confirming this government will not meet its Copenhagen Accord target, Environment Commissioner Julie Gelfand moved it into the international context. “It’s very difficult for us in Canada to expect other countries to meet their commitments when Canada can’t meet its own,’’ she said. Conservatives, from Harper on down, have also spoken of the direct threat that the Islamic State poses to Canada. The threat is never specified. We do not know whether the government is speaking of training bases from which radicalized Canadians could return home to launch lone wolf attacks, or whether they are talking of some type of al-Qaida-style attack on this country, or the vague mention of this country in an audio recording by an ISIL leader. Canada’s security services say there are at least 30 Canadians who have joined ISIL, although the number is thought to be much higher. Public Safety also says it is aware of about 80 Ca-

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Opposition eases pressure on government “We firmly and continually disagree with the mission they’ve put forward.” Mulcair said it was his role to keep at Prime Minister Stephen Harper for more details. “I’m going to continue asking the questions that I have to ask as leader of the opposition, that’s my role here in Parliament, holding the government to account, saying what we would do differently,” he said. “We’re going to continue to do that. We hope that the government is a bit more forthcoming than it has been.” Mulcair half got his wish — Harper did reveal some new information during question period in terms of where the planes are coming from. Up to six CF-18s will be deployed from 4 Wing Cold Lake, one CC-150 Polaris will be deployed from 8 Wing Trenton and two CP-140 Auroras will be deployed from 14 Wing Greenwood, the government confirmed. Where they are going remains un-

Magnotta jury hears from German witness BY THE CANADIAN PRESS MONTREAL — The man who housed Luka Rocco Magnotta in Berlin says the accused murderer had a few thousand Euro, no luggage and was reportedly looking for a fresh start after breaking up with a lover. Frank Rubert told Magnotta’s firstdegree murder trial on Wednesday the entire encounter with Magnotta — online and in person — spanned several days in late May and early June 2012. He met Magnotta on a chat website called GayRomeo while looking for a roommate. Testifying through an interpreter, Rubert said they spent much of their time together shopping, eating and drinking but did not have sex because Magnotta wasn’t his type. Rubert said he didn’t want to bring Magnotta home when he first saw him at the bus station, where he had arrived from Paris. The native of Scarborough, Ont., looked greasy and unkempt and was wearing a wig, although the witness didn’t realize it at first. Rubert decided to bring him home because he didn’t want to leave him alone in Berlin with nowhere to go. “He arrived at the bus station and he didn’t look like somebody I would

feel attracted to,” said Rubert, 53. Magnotta, 32, has pleaded not guilty to five charges in the murder and dismemberment of Chinese engineering student Jun Lin in late May 2012. He has admitted to the acts he’s accused of in Lin’s death, but is arguing he is not criminally responsible by way of mental disorder. In the days after the killing, he flew to France before heading to the German capital and hooking up with Rubert. Over the four days leading up to Magnotta’s arrest, the two men used Google Translate on their respective laptops to communicate as neither spoke the other’s language. During their time together, Rubert knew the accused as Kirk or by his GayRomeo user name, William2323. Rubert told the jury he snapped some photos of Magnotta as the latter wanted to set up an online advertisement so he could begin working as an escort in Berlin. He said they socialized for four days without anything untoward happening. They were together all the time and Rubert said he never saw Magnotta take any kind of medication or appear nervous. He noted that Magnotta was generous and often bought drinks for others.

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known. “The military is continuing to work on the deployment plan and I’m not at a position at this point to confirm where that deployment will be,” Harper said. The government motion expressly excludes the potential of joining any ground combat mission in Iraq, though it did extend the deployment of special forces working as advisers to Iraqi and Kurdish forces battling back the Islamic State of Iraq and Levant. ISIL is a splinter group of al-Qaeda now waging a brutal campaign against religious minorities and women in Iraq and Syria in order to gain control of territories there. The U.S. began a bombing campaign against their positions in Iraq in August. Nations including Britain and France have now joined, using similar justifications as Canada’s that the Iraqi government has asked for help to beat back ISIL. But as the campaign moves into Syria, several nations have backed away from air strikes there, fearful of any action that could be seen in support

of Syrian President Bashar Assad, reviled by much of the West for his role in the brutal civil war in that country. Canada, however, has left the door open to dropping bombs if Assad were to request assistance. The NDP have repeatedly questioned that decision and it also caused one Liberal MP to break ranks with his leader’s assertion that caucus would vote unanimously against the mission. Prominent Liberal MP Irwin Cotler explained Wednesday he had no choice but to abstain. He has been calling for air strikes on Syria for years, he noted, but the notion of carrying them out at the request of the Syrian government defeats the purpose. “I could never support this resolution put forth by Harper because he made it contingent on the acceptance by Syrian President Assad for those operations — the very person against whom I said military operations should be convened in order to hold him accountable for his war crimes,” Cotler said.

Poll suggests overwhelming support for assisted dying BY THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — An overwhelming majority of Canadians surveyed in an online poll support assisted dying for those suffering from a terminal illness that results in “unbearable suffering,” a pro-euthanasia group said Wednesday, ahead of a Supreme Court of Canada hearing on the controversial issue. The online survey — commissioned by the euthanasia-supporting group Dying With Dignity Canada and conducted by Ipsos Reid — found that over 90 per cent of respondents agree with the concept of assisted dying. While over 85 per cent of respondents support the right to die in the case of patients suffering from a terminal or serious incurable illness that results in unbearable suffering, that support drops to 67 per cent for people with a permanent and severe disability that significantly impacts their quality of life. The poll also suggested support for euthanasia is the highest in Nova Scotia with 89 per cent and the lowest in Saskatchewan and Manitoba with 79 per cent. “Support in our poll was across every age group, every income bracket, all education levels, both genders and

community regardless of size,” said Wanda Morris, CEO of Dying With Dignity Canada. “We believe that it’s time to stop unwanted suffering at end of life, now.” But opponents of the right to die questioned the credibility of the poll. “This poll is written in such a way to give you a stronger response in favour,” said Alex Schadenberg, executive director of the Euthanasia Prevention Coalition. “This question is clearly designed to drive the numbers up.” Schadenberg acknowledged that there’s support for euthanasia in Canada, saying the group’s own polls show “Canadians fear dying a bad death,” but he insisted the level of support was not as high as suggested in the latest poll. The Supreme Court of Canada will begin hearings Oct. 15 on the Criminal Code ban on assisted suicides. The challenge is brought by the British Columbia Civil Liberties Association, which argues that the laws criminalizing those who help hasten death for seriously ill individuals are unconstitutional. “It’s time for the laws to be changed and for Canada to be a compassionate society that offers choice to those who suffer at end of life,” said Morris.

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Canada to step up border checks for Ebola TORONTO — The federal health minister says Canada will step up border screening for Ebola. Rona Ambrose says border agents will start to use targeted temperature screens in an effort to prevent people sick with the disease from entering the country. The U.S. government also says it will start to use enhanced airport screening for incoming passengers at the five airports that handle most flights from the affected West African countries. That word comes on the same day it was announced that the Liberian man hospitalized with Ebola in Dallas, Texas, had died.

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Rebels in no rush to change roster SUTTER WILL BE PATIENT LEADING UP TO HOSTING MEMORIAL CUP BY GREG MEACHEM ADVOCATE SPORTS EDITOR CALGARY — The 2016 Memorial Cup tournament is a year and half down the road, and of course the Red Deer Rebels roster will not be then what it is today. The Rebels team that will host the Canadian Hockey League championship event will be somewhat similar to the squad that will face the Medicine Hat Tigers Friday at the Enmax Centrium, minus — of course — this season’s overage players, but also players who might not fit into Brent Sutter’s vision of what a potential championship team should entail. The Rebels GM/head coach admitted earlier this week that he and his coaching staff have identified “a couple” areas of his team that could stand improvement. Now that his club has been awarded the 2016 Memorial Cup extravaganza, Sutter will make the necessary moves, although he has plenty of time on his side. “There’s no timetable (for change),” he said, after a press conference Wednesday at the Delta Bow Valley Hotel that followed the Memorial Cup hosting vote conducted by the Western Hockey League board of governors. Sutter’s in no hurry because there’s no rush to start turning over a roster that includes a rash of players who could very well be difference-makers a year from now. “We have to be patient with it and make sure that the decisions that are made — which you always do —are the right ones,” he said. “We certainly want to be a very competitive team this year and then take that momentum into next season. “We have to be a team that can compete in the Memorial Cup and hopefully have success. In doing that, we have a young team and we have to continue to let these guys grow. There are somes areas we think we can improve on and yet the performance of the players on our roster today will determine how much of that has to be done.” As it stands, the Rebels could return most of this year’s squad in 201516, including the likes of NHL firstround draft picks Haydn Fleury and Conner Bleackley, in the likelihood that they don’t make their respective NHL teams.

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Vancouver Canucks’ Chris Higgins, left, celebrates his team’s goal as Calgary Flames goalie Jonas Hiller picks himself up during first period NHL action in Calgary, Wednesday. Photo by THE CANADIAN PRESS

Vrbata scores winner as Flames open season with loss to Canucks BY THE CANADIAN PRESS Canucks 4 Flames 2 CALGARY — Radim Vrbata scored the eventual winner for the Vancouver Canucks in a 4-2 win over the Calgary Flames on Wednesday. Vrbata’s goal at 11:07 of the second period was initially waived off as a high-stick, but he was given the goal after review. Alex Burrows and Zack Kassian also scored and captain Henrik Sedin added an empty-netter for the Canucks, who extended their winning streak against Calgary to eight in a row. Paul Byron and Jiri Hudler replied for the Flames. The season-opener for both Calgary and Vancouver at Scotiabank Saddledome featured two teams attempting to climb out of the bottom of the league standings. The Canucks finished 25th and the Flames 27th among the 30

teams last season. Their starting goaltenders signed as free agents on July 1 and made their debuts for their respective teams. Ryan Miller stopped 23 of 25 shots for the win, while Jonas Hiller turned away 30 of 33 in his first game in a Flames jersey. Willie Desjardins won his first regular-season game as Vancouver’s head coach. He replaced John Tortorella who was sacked after just one season with the Canucks. Hudler pulled the host Flames within a goal at 13:19 of the second period when he blasted a drop pass from linemate Sean Monahan past Miller. Vrbata batted the puck out of the air past Hiller to pad the visitors’ lead to 3-1 at 11:07. The Canucks signed the Czech forward to a two-year contract in the off-season to play the right wing on a line with Henrik and Daniel Sedin. Vrbata had three goals in the preseason.

The Canucks pounced on a Mikael Backlund giveaway along the offensive boards at 5:15 when Kassian finished a passing play from Brad Richardson and Lyndon Vey. Byron temporarily pulled the Flames even on a two-on-one with Johnny Gaudreau at 4:08. Byron opted to keep the puck and freeze Miller, who was beaten under his left pad. The Flames outhit Vancouver 12-7 and dominated the face-off circle with 76 per cent won in the first period, yet were outshot 13-9 and trailed 1-0 heading into the second. Burrows re-directed a Dan Hamuis shot from the blue-line for a powerplay goal at 11:52. The Flames had a minute and three seconds of 5-on-3 early in the first period, but couldn’t capitalize on the two-man advantage. The Flames embark on a six-game road trip starting Thursday in Edmonton. The Canucks are at home Saturday to the Oilers.

Oilers bring back greats for 1984 Stanley Cup reunion BY THE CANADIAN PRESS EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers won their first Stanley Cup 30 years, ago, but transport that team to today’s NHL and they’d still be a terror, former forward Mark Messier said Wednesday. “The players are faster (today), that may be true, but (’80s-’90s era NHLer) Mike Gartner still holds the fastest time around the rink for any hockey player,” Messier told a news conference at Rexall Place. “The difference nowadays is players are probably trained better so they can sustain the shift longer.” Messier then gestured to Wayne Gretzky, the NHL’s all-time leading scorer, sitting beside him on the stage. “(But) because of the guy sitting to my left here, I would stack us up against any team on any day in any era and I would take my chances.” In 1996, Gartner blazed a lap around the rink in a skills competition in just 13.386 seconds — a record that still stands. Messier and Gretzky were on stage with other members of the team that defeated the New York Islanders in the spring of 1984, launching a dynasty that brought the Alberta capital five Stanley Cups by decade’s end. It was the greatest show on ice for it’s time, an offensive juggernaut led by Gretzky delivering seeing-eye passes to Jari Kurri for one-timer goals. There was Glen Anderson crashing the net. Messier when he was not scor-

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Former Edmonton Oilers’ Wayne Gretzky ,right, has a laugh as Mark Messier tells a story during the 1984 Stanley Cup reunion media availability in Edmonton, on Wednesday. ing, was delivering demonic hits. There was Paul Coffey, wheeling around his own net to launch another end-to-end rush. And when everything went wrong, goaltender Grant Fuhr was there to make the clutch save. The Oilers, led by general manager and coach Glen Sather, were the vanguard of the free-flowing European game, a criss-crossing offence in a league where forwards were drilled to

stay in their lanes. Messier said he remembered early in his career ending up on winger Bill “Cowboy” Flett’s side of the ice. “He (Flett) looked at me and he says, ’Get the hell out of here!”’ Messier recalled. “He was kind of in the old school of up and down the wing kind of hockey, and we’re trying to play this more weaving style, more innovative European style.

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“I think as time wore on, obviously we knew that the style of play that we were introducing forced the league to play and change because of us. If they were going to compete against us, they were going to have to skate and up their talent level as well. “Looking back on it now, it’s quite gratifying to everyone in here that we were able to have that big an impact on the league.” The Oilers won the Stanley Cup after being defeated in four straight games by the Islanders in the finals a year earlier. Gretzky said only then, when the team found a wellspring of grit and a new threshold for pain, did they win it all. “We weren’t quite committed to the level to become a Stanley Cup champion (in 1983), and I’m not trying to say that to take anything away from the Islanders, because they deserved to beat us,” said Gretzky. “Winning that Stanley Cup (in ’84) had a lot to do with the fact that we had learned from the Islanders. “Hitters have to hit, and if they’re going to do that, then the offensive guys better take a hit to make a play. “That’s what separates champions from good teams. As a group everyone did that.” The 2014-15 Edmonton Oilers open their regular season against the Calgary Flames at home on Thursday. The ’83-’84 team will hold a public reunion at Rexall Place on Friday, swapping tales on stage for fans.

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Eagles reload for run at Allan Cup BY JOSH ALDRICH ADVOCATE STAFF Despite getting swept in the Chinook Hockey League final by the arch-rival Bentley Generals last season, the Innisfail Eagles believe they were a goal or two away from advancing in their quest for the Allan Cup. Two of their final two losses came in overtime, as their all-star goalie Jonathan Larose was out-played by Generals starter Travis Yonkman. “That series could have gone either way, but their goalie stood on his head and that was the difference in that round,” said Eagles head coach Brian Sutter, following his team’s 3-1 loss to the Bentley Generals on Sunday in Innisfail. Their biggest move this offseason was to bolster the crease. They brought in Steven Stanford who is transferring from the University of British Columbia to the University of Calgary and due to Canadian Interuniversity Sport rules had to take a year off from playing at the level. The Calgary native played in 168 games with the Prince Albert Raiders and the Saskatoon Blades from 2007-2011. But it was his final two seasons with the Blades where he found his comfort level, posting a 2.64 goals against average in 2009-10, and a 2.78 G.A.A. the following season, leading the club to the second round of the playoffs in both seasons. He split games in his first year at UBC, but took over as starter in his third year — in the process he helped make Thunderbirds hockey matter again in a CanadaWest conference dominated by the likes of the University of Alberta Golden Bears, the U of C Dinos and the University of Saskatchewan Huskies. But with his fiancée back home, he felt the tug to return to Cowtown. “I came here to get better and be ready next season for the Dinos,” said Stanford. “This is really good, I was impressed, I’ve heard a lot about Bentley and how good they are, they’re a good team. It was fun to play.” UBC’s loss is Innisfail’s gain for at least one season. “He was one of the top goalies in junior hockey for three or four years prior to playing out (at UBC), he may have been the best,” said Sutter of Stanford, who made 46 saves in his Innisfail debut on Sunday. “He was awesome tonight, and that’s what we need.” One of their biggest weaknesses last year was their offence. They were led in scoring by veteran defenceman and captain Joe Vandermeer with 18 points (four goals, 14 assists) in 23 games. Christopher Neurater was their leading forward with 17 points (8-9-17) in 21 games. Both are back, as is Chad Ziegler (12-3-15 in 14 games) with high expectations for his second year on the team. “We’ve lost a few guys, but that’s OK, we’ve got enough character guys with guys like Zeigler who are leaders,” said Sutter. Another addition that could prove interesting is

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New Innisfail Eagles goalie Steven Stanford stops a shot against the Bentley Generals on October 5 in Innisfail. Stanford is one of the additions to an Eagles team which hopes to be competing with Bentley for provincial championship again this season. 32-year-old Regina native Mike Wirll, who spent the last three seasons playing in the Elite Ice Hockey League — the United Kingdom’s top level of hockey. He topped out with 78 points (35-43-78) in 57 games in 2012-13 while playing for the Dundee Stars. Meanwhile, Mike Bomersback is already proving effective, scoring a hat-trick in his first game with the Eagles, a 6-3 loss to the Okotoks Drillers on Friday. The 32-year-old forward has spent the last several years bouncing around Europe. The roster is filled out with several more young players with like Ty Clay, Travis Dunstall, Ashton Reinboldt, Vince Connon, Matt Hunter, Brendan Baumgartner and Aaron Elaschuk. All are looking to prove themselves at this level. “They’re obviously playing here because they haven’t made it at a different level, but this is good minor league hockey, it’s a test of courage and an un-

derstanding of what it takes to win,” said Sutter. Vandermeer says he sees potential in the group of new players, but there is still some adjusting that needs to take place. “They’ve got a lot to learn here, they have to realize it’s a man’s league here, and I think it’s a lot quicker game than a lot of them thought it would be,” he said. “It’s good to get them in with exhibition and get a taste of it to start with here.” One thing is for sure, the Eagles are not looking at this season as a rebuilding campaign, but more as a reloading season. “We want to be at the final game at the end of the year.” said Vandermeer. “It’s the same as anybody’s expectations at the start of the year in the league, that’s where we want to be.” jaldrich@reddeeradvocate.com

STORY FROM PAGE B1 Calgary Flames look to Mason Raymond to help fill goal-scoring void REBELS: Good mix

CALGARY — Mason Raymond will have to adjust on the fly to his new team. Limited to a pair of pre-season games with the Calgary Flames because of a lower-body injury, Raymond says the first few games of the NHL season will be a lesson in adaptation. “Would I have liked a few more pre-season games? Sure,” Raymond said. “Coming to a new team, there’s new things to learn, there’s new systems, new everything kind of walk of life. I try to pick that up as much as I can, but in saying that I think actually being on the ice and in those situations is the best way, quickest way to learn those. “Part of being a professional is being able to adapt. I’ve been a pro in this long enough. You have to learn, you have to adapt, that’s just part of the way it is.” The Flames signed Raymond to a three-year, $9.5-million deal when unrestricted free agency opened July 1. Mike Cammalleri, Calgary’s leading scorer last season, departed for the New Jersey Devils the same day. Looking to fill the void on offence, the Flames came to terms with Raymond, who is from Cochrane, Alta., just northwest of Calgary. The sixfoot, 185-pound left-winger had 19 goals and 26 assists and played all 82 games for the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2013-14. What was a “bounce-back” season with the Leafs made Raymond attractive to the Flames. He’d gone to Toronto’s training camp without a contract and earned a one-year deal. Raymond spent his first six NHL seasons with the Vancouver Canucks and posted a career-high 25 goals and 28 assists in 2009-10. He suffered a broken vertebra in Game 6 of the 2011 Stanley Cup final against the Boston Bruins. The long recovery from the injury hampered his output in subsequent seasons. The Canucks did not re-sign him in 2013. No other teams showed interest until the Leafs took a flyer on him and invited him to training camp.

“Truth be told, I couldn’t get a contract, so I was there on a tryout,” Raymond said. “I’m grateful for the opportunity that Toronto gave me and to be able to succeed. “It’s satisfying for me coming off a good season, playing well and proving you still deserve to play in this league. I think I proved it to myself, first and foremost, but proved to others I deserve to be here.” Goal scoring is a question mark for the Flames to start this 2014-15 season and predicted to be “by committee.” Raymond, 29, is expected to be a significant producer on that committee. “The reason why we went to get Mason is that we had two priorities . . . to get us bigger and to get us faster,” Flames head coach Bob Hartley said during training camp. “Mason fits in in the second category. He’s been through battles. “When you’re stuck in a corner and feel like none of the 30 teams want you anymore, you’re facing adversity. He did this with flying colours. Last year he had a great season in Toronto and now he’s with us. “He wanted to be a Flame so it’s my job, it’s all our job and his job to make sure we come up with a plan that will make him feel good and make him feel he’s going to be a big contributor for us.” Raymond relishes the idea of increased responsibility on a re-building hockey team. “The work ethic that’s been going on here, it’s something very intriguing for any player to come into,” he said. “You want to contribute wherever you can for sure. Ultimately, you want to be a part of the solution. I love playing in the O-zone and producing. In saying that you have to be responsible at both ends of the ice.” It’s easy to romanticize a local hockey product playing for the hometown NHL team. Raymond did go to Flames games as a youngster and recalls once meeting Lanny McDonald, who was captain of the Flames in 1989 when they won the Stanley Cup. Raymond says “it’s cool” to play for the Flames and having immediate family close by was attractive for him, his wife and young son.

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There are also prospective 20-year-olds Presten Kopeck, Wyatt Johnson and Kayle Doetzel, and a host of current first- and second-year players including Grayson Pawlenchuk, Adam Musil, Jeff de Wit and Josh Mahura. “There’s a good mix, When you look at the de Wits and the Mahuras, they’re just going to get better,” said Sutter. “Plus we have some top-end kids who are 15 now who are going to be coming in next year. “The depth is there, now it just comes down to the areas we need to improve and we’ll certainly do what we can do to make it happen.” Concerning next season’s top-end rookies, Jake Leschyshyn is burning up the Saskatchewan Midget AAA League with two goals and six points in two games with the Saskatoon Blazers, while sixfoot-two, 205-pound forward Austin Pratt and fellow American forward Grant Mismash, if he decides to report, are can’tNew Third Jersey miss prospects. Unveiling! The players who are confident they’ll still be here when the 2016 Memorial Cup tournament rolls around are obviousvs ly excited about Wednesday’s announcement. “I’ve got some texts from some of them already,” said Sutter. “Now we have to do our part and play to our potential.” ● The Rebels host the Tigers Friday at 7 p.m. and entertain the Brandon Wheat Enmax Centrium Kings 24 hours later. gmeachem@reddeeradvocate. Tickets at ticketmaster com

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Habs top Leafs in season opener Canadiens 4 Maple Leafs 3 TORONTO — From P.K. Subban’s passionate fist pump and through a series of fluky bounces, the Montreal Canadiens showed in their regular-season opener the kind of poise that helped them reach the Eastern Conference final. Tomas Plekanec responded to a late goal by Morgan Rielly with one of his own 96 seconds later as the Canadiens beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-3 in a back-and-forth affair Wednesday night at Air Canada Centre. “These things happen, and it’s how you respond to it,” Subban said. “It happened to us a few times last year and I thought we responded well. We’re a resilient group in here. It doesn’t surprise me that we came right back.” It was a perfect shot by Subban that gave the Habs the lead 8:41 into the third period when a tired first line for the Leafs, consisting of James van Riemsdyk, Tyler Bozak and Phil Kessel, left the 2013 Norris Trophy-winning defenceman alone at the top of the face-off circles. Then the NHL curtainraising game between the two long-standing rivals got weird. Rielly threw the puck in front, and it managed to carom in past Montreal goaltender Carey Price to tie things up with 2 minutes 19 seconds left. Plekanec, who scored earlier on a breakaway and was arguably the best player on the ice for either team, responded by banking a pass attempt off Leafs rookie defenceman Stuart Percy and in with 43 seconds remaining. “It was two bad bounces back-to-back, so karma, I guess,” said Price, who finished with 24 saves on 27 shots. “It was up-and-down, pretty emotional at the end. But absolutely happy to get that win.” The win snapped a streak

of four straight losses to the Leafs on opening night for the Habs. “It’s even better to win these games when you play the right way, and I thought we did a lot of things well,” Subban said. “Still some areas we have to clean up, but I thought executing some new things in our game plan, I thought we did that very, very well today.” Montreal coach Michel Therrien praised his players for skating better after the Leafs took the play to them in the first. Toronto had the game’s first five shots, but Max Pacioretty scored on the Habs’ first shot 4:42 in, which stunned an already subdued crowd of 19,375. “The first shot they got went in the net,” Leafs coach Randy Carlyle said. “It kind of took a little bit of wind out of our sails.” Winger Brandon Kozun, the biggest surprise of Leafs camp, took the shot that Nazem Kadri tipped past Price for the tying goal. Kozun not only got his first point on his fourth shift in his NHL debut but his energy was noticeable on the second line. “I though there were times out there where we played really well,” Kozun said. “The first period I thought we had something going, parts of the third, but I think there was a bunch in the second period where the team in general couldn’t sustain anything.” Percy, who was also making his NHL debut and earned a positive review from Carlyle despite being in the wrong place on Montreal’s game-winner, made the pass that set up Tyler Bozak’s power-play goal late in the first period. Plekanec tied it back up for the Habs 4:34 into the second after a picture-perfect outlet pass by Alexei Emelin found the veteran centre behind the Toronto defence. One of four alternate captains along with Andrei Markov, Subban and Pacioretty, Plekanec was downright dominant.

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Montreal Canadiens’ Brendan Gallagher (left) and Alex Galchenyuk celebrate teammate Tomas Plekanec’s game winning goal in the last minute of third period NHL action against the Toronto Maple Leafs in Toronto on Wednesday. “He’s playing with two good offensive players in (Alex) Galchenyuk and (Brendan) Gallagher, and he scored two big goals for us,” Therrien said. “Pleky was really good.” It was more than just Plekanec that got the Habs off to a strong start. The second line of Pacioretty, David Desharnais and P.A. Parenteau flashed some early chemistry and contributed. “We had everybody involved today,” Subban said. “Our forwards definitely should feel confident right now with the way they’re putting the puck in the net.”

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passes favoured by Bylsma — to picking up “new slang.” The goal remains the same regardless of who is behind the bench. “Every team tries to accomplish the same thing,” Crosby said. “You try to hold onto the puck. You try to play fast. You try to put pressure on the other team. I don’t think that ever changes.” Neither does Pittsburgh’s reliance on its two superstars. Crosby insists he’s healthy after dealing with an aching wrist that limited his effectiveness in the playoffs while Evgeni Malkin is expected to play in the opener after missing most of training camp with an undisclosed injury. And while Dupuis, Chris Kunitz, Kris Letang and goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury are back too, the rest of the roster looks decidedly different. It’s Johnston’s job to figure out how best to use newcomers like forwards Patric Hornqvist, Nick Spaling and Blake Comeau. And it’s the Penguins’ job to figure out how Johnston works after spending more than half a decade listening to the professional and occasionally excitable Bylsma. “I think he’s pretty calm,” Crosby said. “I don’t think that’s going to change no matter what the score is. That’s his demeanour, that’s his way. I’d be pretty shocked if you heard his voice all that much.” Johnston would prefer his team’s play to do most of the talking. He’s been put in an enviable if difficult task of coaxing a roster stuffed with talent — particularly at the top — toward taking the step that’s eluded them since Crosby lifted the Cup in triumph in 2009. He has a six-month regular season to hone the process, though he has no intention of being patient. He was hired to win in April, May and June.

PITTSBURGH — Sidney Crosby has spent months politely rehashing the Pittsburgh Penguins’ nightmarish spring, a stretch that included a meltdown against the New York Rangers in the Eastern Conference semifinals and a sizable front office overhaul that shook one of the NHL’s most stable organizations. The league’s reigning MVP is happy to turn the page. “I’m tired of talking about last year,” Crosby said. “It’s nice to move on, get a fresh start here for everybody. We’ve got a lot of new faces, we still have a lot to improve on and get better.” The Penguins should get an idea of how far they have to go starting Thursday when they host Anaheim in the season opener. Pittsburgh has been one of the league’s best teams out of the gate over the last five years, going 44-24 during the opening month since 2009. Matching that October success may be difficult this time around. A schedule that includes games against the Ducks and defending Stanley Cup champion Los Angeles won’t help. Neither will expected the growing pains associated with trying to adjust to firstyear coach Mike Johnston’s style. General manager Jim Rutherford stressed during the off-season he’d be OK with sacrificing a point or two in the fall if it led to success in the playoffs for a franchise more than five years removed from its last championship. While Crosby cautioned it’s important not to get lulled into the idea that losing will be tolerated, he said there will be missteps along the way as the Penguins try to forge a new identity under Johnston following five-plus seasons in coach Dan Bylsma’s high-risk, highreward attack. “If guys have the right work ethic and our focus is there and we do everything to help ourselves and have mistakes that are mistakes just because it’s early and guys are getting a feel for each other, I think that’s a little more acceptable than it would be in a typical year,” he said. “That being said, I think you can tell pretty quickly why you make • Bluetooth Handsfree • Mobile Video those mistakes and if it’s a lack of effort or not being • GPS Navigation Systems • Remote Starters sharp. That’s totally dif• CERTIFIED INSTALLERS ferent.” And while Pittsburgh forward Pascal Dupuis likened learning Johnston’s system — one that focuses on puck possession rather than the dazzling if dangerous stretch

The Habs have no time to let the win sink in, as they travel to Washington to play Alex Ovechkin and the Capitals on Thursday night. After making it to the East final last spring, Subban and Price understand there’s a long way to go this season before they can even think about the playoffs. “I don’t think in this room we’re going to set any goals further than the next game,” Price said. “That really simplifies things. You don’t start overcomplicating things. If you just keep your mindset on preparing for that next game, it simplifies everything and re-

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Rask stops 21 shots as Bruins beat Flyers BOSTON — Chris Kelly scored the tiebreaking goal with 1:51 left in the third period, and Tuukka Rask made 21 saves to lead the Boston Bruins to a 2-1 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers in their season opener Wednesday night. Reilly Smith also scored for Boston, which finished with the best record in the NHL last season but couldn’t get past the second round of the playoffs. Sean Couturier scored for Philadelphia, and Steve Mason stopped 31 shots. It was 1-all when Mason deflected Adam McQuaid’s slap shot from the

ally makes it easier.” The Leafs have some more time to ponder things before hosting Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night. Some mistakes of youth hurt them when the Habs tilted the ice in the opener. “In the first period we did a good job of making them dump pucks, keeping them slowed down in the neutral zone, which gives us more time moving the puck out of our zone,” captain Dion Phaneuf said. “When we stopped moving our feet, that’s when we got into trouble.”

blue line into the air. The puck came down in the crease, and Kelly swiped it in while Boston’s Loui Eriksson also had a shot at it. Another sellout, the 214th in a row, filled the TD Garden. But the crowd seemed to be still getting over last season’s playoff loss to the rival Montreal Canadiens by a Boston team that had reached the Stanley Cup finals in 2013 and then totalled 114 points in 2013-14. During the off-season, the Bruins lost Jarome Iginla — their leading goal-scorer from last season — and Shawn Thornton, and last week defenceman Johnny Boychuk was traded to the New York Islanders. The Flyers are in their 40th season since back-to-back Stanley Cup championships in 1974 and ’75. The Bruins scored on a power play at 10:39 of the first period when Carl Soderberg muscled around the back of the net then passed across to Smith.

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GF 30 23 19 16 18 13

GA 11 19 20 16 26 29

Pt 12 7 6 6 4 3

WESTERN CONFERENCE B.C. DIVISION GP W L OTLSOL GF Kelowna 7 7 0 0 0 43 Kamloops 8 5 2 1 0 31 Vancouver 6 4 2 0 0 28 Prince George 8 4 4 0 0 28 Victoria 7 2 4 1 0 20

GA 18 25 20 38 29

Pt 14 11 8 8 5

GA 13 17 12 14 38

Pt 8 8 5 4 3

CENTRAL DIVISION GP W L OTLSOL 7 6 1 0 0 6 3 2 0 1 6 3 3 0 0 6 3 3 0 0 6 2 4 0 0 6 1 4 0 1

GP 5 7 4 5 8

Everett Tri-City Spokane Seattle Portland

U.S. DIVISION W L OTLSOL 3 0 2 0 4 3 0 0 2 1 1 0 2 3 0 0 1 6 0 1

GF 18 22 10 13 20

Tuesday’s results Tri-City 4 Prince Albert 1 Kelowna 4 Swift Current 0 Wednesday’s results Regina 5 Kootenay 4 Prince George 6 Lethbridge 2

Atlantic Division W L OT Pts 1 0 0 2 1 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0

GF 2 4 0 0 0 0 0 3

GA 1 3 0 0 0 0 0 4

Metropolitan Division GP W L OT Pts Carolina 0 0 0 0 0 Columbus 0 0 0 0 0 New Jersey 0 0 0 0 0 N.Y. Islanders 0 0 0 0 0 N.Y. Rangers 0 0 0 0 0 Pittsburgh 0 0 0 0 0 Washington 0 0 0 0 0 Philadelphia 1 0 1 0 0

GF 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

GA 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2

Boston Montreal Buffalo Detroit Florida Ottawa Tampa Bay Toronto

GP 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 1

WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts Chicago 0 0 0 0 0 Colorado 0 0 0 0 0 Dallas 0 0 0 0 0 Minnesota 0 0 0 0 0 Nashville 0 0 0 0 0 St. Louis 0 0 0 0 0 Winnipeg 0 0 0 0 0

GF 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

GA 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Vancouver 1 1 0 0 2 4 2 San Jose 1 1 0 0 2 4 0 Anaheim 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Arizona 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Edmonton 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Los Angeles 1 0 1 0 0 0 4 Calgary 1 0 1 0 0 2 4 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. Wednesday’s Games Montreal 4, Toronto 3 Boston 2, Philadelphia 1 Vancouver 4, Calgary 2 San Jose 4, Los Angeles 0

Thursday’s games Kootenay at Moose Jaw, 7 p.m. Tri-City at Saskatoon, 7:05 p.m. Friday’s games Victoria at Calgary, 7 p.m. Tri-City at Regina, 7 p.m. Kootenay at Swift Current, 7 p.m. Medicine Hat at Red Deer, 7 p.m. Lethbridge at Kamloops, 8 p.m. Vancouver at Prince George, 8 p.m. Seattle at Spokane, 8:05 p.m. Portland at Everett, 8:35 p.m.

Thursday’s Games Columbus at Buffalo, 5 p.m. New Jersey at Philadelphia, 5 p.m. Anaheim at Pittsburgh, 5 p.m. Montreal at Washington, 5 p.m. Boston at Detroit, 5:30 p.m. Florida at Tampa Bay, 5:30 p.m. N.Y. Rangers at St. Louis, 6 p.m. Ottawa at Nashville, 6 p.m. Chicago at Dallas, 6:30 p.m. Colorado at Minnesota, 7 p.m. Calgary at Edmonton, 7:30 p.m. Winnipeg at Arizona, 8 p.m.

Saturday’s games Tri-City at Swift Current, 7 p.m. Brandon at Red Deer, 7 p.m. Prince Albert at Saskatoon, 7:05 p.m. Victoria at Medicine Hat, 7:30 p.m. Everett at Kamloops, 8 p.m. Vancouver at Prince George, 8 p.m. Seattle at Portland, 8 p.m. Lethbridge at Kelowna, 8:05 p.m.

Friday’s Games N.Y. Islanders at Carolina, 5 p.m. Wednesday’s summaries Canucks 4, Flames 2 First Period 1. Vancouver, Burrows 1 (Hamhuis, Tanev) 11:55 (pp). Penalties — Bieksa Vcr (interference) 3:34, Hig-

Sunday, October 12 Brandon at Calgary, 4 p.m. National Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE

gins Vcr (delay of game) 4:31, Byron Cgy (hooking) 11:47, Raymond Cgy (tripping) 16:32, Kassian Vcr (interference) 19:42. Second Period 2. Calgary, Byron 1 (Colborne) 4:08. 3. Vancouver, Kassian 1 (Vey, Richardson) 5:16. 4. Vancouver, Vrbata 1 (Sedin, Sedin) 11:07. 5. Calgary, Hudler 1 (Monahan, Giordano) 13:19. Penalties — Richardson Vcr (stick holding) 6:57, Glencross Cgy (high-sticking) 7:25, Bieksa Vcr (roughing) 19:58, Engelland Cgy (roughing) 19:58, Backlund Cgy (roughing) 19:58, Burrows Vcr (roughing) 19:58. Third Period 6. Vancouver, Sedin 1 (Tanev, Richardson) 18:44 (en). Penalties — None. Shots on goal Vancouver 13 13 7 — 33 Calgary 9 7 11 — 27 Goal — Vancouver: Miller (W, 1-0-0); Calgary: Hiller (L, 0-1-0). Power plays (goal-chances) — Vancouver: 1-3; Calgary: 0-4. Canadiens 4, Maple Leafs 3 First Period 1. Montreal, Pacioretty 1 (Parenteau, Emelin) 4:42. 2. Toronto, Kadri 1 (Kozun, Lupul) 8:04. 3. Toronto, Bozak 1 (Percy, Phaneuf) 19:22 (pp). Penalties — Kozun Tor (tripping) 12:21, Emelin Mtl (interference) 17:45. Second Period 4. Montreal, Plekanec 1 (Emelin) 4:34. Penalties — Winnik Tor (closing hand on puck) 8:19, Gilbert Mtl (high-sticking) 17:03. Third Period 5. Montreal, Subban 1 (Desharnais, Parenteau) 8:41. 6. Toronto, Rielly 1 (Komarov) 17:41. 7. Montreal, Plekanec 2 (Galchenyuk) 19:17. Penalties — None. Shots on goal Montreal 6 13 13 — 32 Toronto 11 7 9 — 27 Goal — Montreal: Price (W, 1-0-0); Toronto: Bernier (L, 0-1-0). Power plays (goal-chances) — Montreal: 0-2; Toronto: 1-3. Bruins 2, Flyers 1 First Period 1. Boston, Smith 1 (Soderberg, Bergeron) 10:39 (pp). Penalties — Rinaldo Pha (roughing) 9:44. Second Period No Scoring. Penalties — Seidenberg Bos (slashing) 4:02, Robins Bos (fighting) 10:52, Schenn Pha (fighting) 10:52, Robins Bos (charging) 10:52, Schenn Pha (roughing) 10:52, Eriksson Bos (tripping) 12:39. Third Period 2. Philadelphia, Couturier 1 (Voracek, Read) 4:19. 3. Boston, Kelly 1 (McQuaid, Soderberg) 18:09. Penalties — Bergeron Bos (holding) 7:11, Rinaldo Pha (slashing) 13:59, Marchand Bos (elbowing) 20:00. Shots on goal Philadelphia 7 7 6 — 20 Boston 14 6 13 — 33 Goal — Philadelphia: Mason (L, 0-1-0); Boston: Rask (W, 1-0-0). Power plays (goal-chances) — Philadelphia: 0-3; Boston: 1-2.

Hamilton Toronto Montreal Ottawa

GP 13 13 13 13

x-Calgary Edmonton Sask. B.C. Winnipeg

GP 14 14 14 14 14

West Division W L T 12 2 0 9 5 0 9 5 0 7 7 0 6 8 0

Tennessee Jacksonville PF 281 341 245 222

PA 289 357 313 328

Pt 12 10 10 4

PF 392 373 320 292 324

PA 263 285 320 269 366

Pt 24 18 18 14 12

Week 16 Friday’s games Hamilton at Toronto, 5 p.m. Saturday’s games Ottawa at B.C., 8 p.m. Monday, October 13 Saskatchewan at Montreal, 11 a.m. Winnipeg at Edmonton, 2:30 p.m.

National Football League AMERICAN CONFERENCE East W L T Pct PF Buffalo 3 2 0 .600 96 New England 3 2 0 .600 123 Miami 2 2 0 .500 96 N.Y. Jets 1 4 0 .200 79

Indianapolis Houston

W 3 3

Pct .600 .600

San Diego Denver Kansas City Oakland

4 5

0 0

.200 .000

PF 156 104

PA 89 107 97 127 PA 108 87

88 67

139 169

W 3 3 3 2

North L T 1 0 2 0 2 0 2 0

Pct .750 .600 .600 .500

PF 97 116 114 103

PA 76 80 108 105

W 4 3 2 0

West L T 1 0 1 0 3 0 4 0

Pct .800 .750 .400 .000

PF 133 116 119 51

PA 63 87 101 103

NATIONAL CONFERENCE East W L T Pct Philadelphia 4 1 0 .800 Dallas 4 1 0 .800 N.Y. Giants 3 2 0 .600 Washington 1 4 0 .200

Week 17 Friday, October 17 Ottawa at Hamilton, 5 p.m. Saturday, October 18 Montreal at Toronto, 2 p.m. Calgary at Winnipeg, 5 p.m. Sunday, October 19 Edmonton at Saskatchewan, 2 p.m.

South L T 2 0 2 0

Cincinnati Baltimore Pittsburgh Cleveland

1 0

PF 156 135 133 112

PA 132 103 111 136

Carolina Atlanta New Orleans Tampa Bay

W 3 2 2 1

South L T 2 0 3 0 3 0 4 0

Pct .600 .400 .400 .200

PF 104 151 132 103

PA 120 143 141 156

Detroit Green Bay Minnesota Chicago

W 3 3 2 2

North L T 2 0 2 0 3 0 3 0

Pct .600 .600 .400 .400

PF 99 134 101 116

PA 79 106 126 131

Arizona Seattle San Francisco St. Louis

W 3 3 3 1

West L T 1 0 1 0 2 0 3 0

Pct .750 .750 .600 .250

PF 86 110 110 84

PA 86 83 106 119

Indianapolis at Houston, 6:25 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12 Jacksonville at Tennessee, 11 a.m. Detroit at Minnesota, 11 a.m. Baltimore at Tampa Bay, 11 a.m. Denver at N.Y. Jets, 11 a.m. New England at Buffalo, 11 a.m. Carolina at Cincinnati, 11 a.m. Pittsburgh at Cleveland, 11 a.m. Green Bay at Miami, 11 a.m. San Diego at Oakland, 2:05 p.m. Dallas at Seattle, 2:25 p.m. Washington at Arizona, 2:25 p.m. Chicago at Atlanta, 2:25 p.m. N.Y. Giants at Philadelphia, 6:30 p.m. Open: Kansas City, New Orleans

BASEBALL American League LOS ANGELES ANGELS — Claimed OF Alfredo Marte off waivers from Arizona. SEATTLE MARINERS — Announced DH Corey Hart declined outright assignment and chose free agency. TEXAS RANGERS — Announced 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff declined outright assignment and chose free agency. National League ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS — Assigned OF Brett Jackson, LHP Joe Paterson and C Bobby Wilson outright to Reno (PCL). COLORADO ROCKIES — Announced the resignations of executive vice-president, chief baseball officer/general manager Dan O’Dowd and assistant general manager/senior vice-president of major league operations Bill Geivett. Named Jeff Bridich senior vice-president/general manager. LOS ANGELES DODGERS — Announced the retirement of RHP Josh Beckett. MILWAUKEE BREWERS — Assigned INF Jeff Bianchi outright to Colorado Springs (PCL). PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES — Announced RHP Sean O’Sullivan declined outright assignment and chose free agency. Named Johnny Almaraz director of amateur scouting. BASKETBALL National Basketball Association NBA — Suspended Washington C-F DeJuan Blair, F-C Nene, C Daniel Orton and G Xavier Silas

Friday

● College men’s basketball: RDC Kings 1Hotel Fall Classic — RDC vs. Ambrose, 8 p.m. ● High school football: Wetaskiwin at Sylvan Lake, 4 p.m.; Lacombe at Hunting Hills, 7 p.m., Great Chief Park. ● Bantam AA hockey: Red Deer Steel Kings at Olds, 6 p.m. ● WHL: Medicine Hat at Red Deer, 7 p.m., Centrium. ● Rodeo: Foothills Cowboys Association Cowboy Classic Finals, 7 p.m., Westerner Stockmens Pavilion.

Saturday

● Peewee football: Olds at Innisfail,

Major League Baseball x-if necessary WILD CARD Tuesday, Sept. 30: Kansas City 9, Oakland 8, 12 innings Wednesday, Oct. 1: San Francisco 8, Pittsburgh 0 DIVISION SERIES (Best-of-5) American League Baltimore 3, Detroit 0 Thursday, Oct. 2: Baltimore 12, Detroit 3 Friday, Oct. 3: Baltimore 7, Detroit 6 Sunday, Oct. 5: Baltimore 2, Detroit 1 Kansas City 3, Los Angeles 0 Thursday, Oct. 2: Kansas City 3, Los Angeles 2, 11 innings Friday, Oct. 3: Kansas City 4, Los Angeles 1, 11 innings Sunday, Oct. 5: Kansas City 8, Los Angeles 3

TORONTO — Toronto FC’s playoff push took a body blow Wednesday night. But star midfielder Michael Bradley is not ready to pronounce the patient dead yet. Still, a 1-0 loss Wednesday to the Houston Dynamo, a team that has been road kill all season, wasted three valuable points. Bottom line, Toronto no longer has games in hand and sits three points out of a playoff place with three games to play. It needs to keep its pedal to the metal and hope somebody above it slows down. Coach Greg Vanney said sixth-place Toronto is still in the Eastern Conference playoff hunt, just with zero margin for error. And Bradley, who had a fine night, left no doubt that his team won’t exit without a fight. “There’s three games left, there’s nine points on the table,” said Bradley, levelling a death stare at a nearby reporter that would have done Godzilla proud. “If

Friday, Oct. 10: Kansas City (Shields 14-8) at Baltimore (Tillman 13-6), 6:07 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11: Kansas City (Ventura 14-10) at Baltimore, 2:07 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13: Baltimore at Kansas City, 6:07 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14: Baltimore at Kansas City, 6:07 p.m. x-Wednesday, Oct. 15: Baltimore at Kansas City, 2:07 p.m. x-Friday, Oct. 17: Kansas City at Baltimore, 6:07 p.m. x-Saturday, Oct. 18: Kansas City at Baltimore, 6:07 p.m. National League Saturday, Oct. 11: San Francisco (Bumgarner 1810) at St. Louis (Wainwright 20-9), 6:07 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12: San Francisco at St. Louis, 6:07 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14: St. Louis at San Francisco, 2:07 Wednesday, Oct. 15: St. Louis at San Francisco, 6:07 p.m. x-Thursday, Oct. 16: St. Louis at San Francisco, 6:07 p.m. x-Saturday, Oct. 18: San Francisco at St. Louis, 2:07 p.m. x-Sunday, Oct. 19: San Francisco at St. Louis, 5:37 p.m.

Soccer

Monday, Oct. 13 San Francisco at St. Louis, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16 N.Y. Jets at New England, 6:25 p.m. NFL Odds (Odds supplied by Western Canada Lottery; favourites in parenthesis) Spread O/U Today INDIANAPOLIS at Houston 2.5 45.5 Sunday Jacksonville at Tennessee Off Off Pittsburgh at CLEVELAND 0.5 46.5 GREEN BAY at Miami 4.5 48.5 BALTIMORE AT Tampa Bay 3.5 43.5 DENVER at NY Jets 8.5 47.5 Carolina at CINCINNATI 6.5 44.5 Detroit at Minnesota Off Off NEW ENGLAND at Buffalo 3.5 45.5 SAN DIEGO at Oakland 7.5 42.5 Washington at Arizona Off Off Chicago at ATLANTA 3.5 53.5 Dallas at SEATTLE 8.5 46.5 NY Giants at PHILADELPHIA 2.5 50.5 Monday SAN FRANCISCO at St. Louis 4.5 43.5

on injured reserve. Signed LB Jamar Chaney. TENNESSEE TITANS — Placed S Bernard Pollard on injured reserve. Signed CB Brandon Ghee. WASHINGTON REDSKINS — Released CB Richard Crawford and S Akeem Davis. Signed CB Greg Ducre from San Diego’s practice squad. Signed LB Jackson Jeffcoat from the practice squad. HOCKEY DETROIT RED WINGS — Reassigned F Marek Tvrdon and G Jared Coreau from Grand Rapids (AHL) to Toledo (ECHL). NEW YORK ISLANDERS — Reassigned D Loic Leduc to Stockton (ECHL). American Hockey League GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS — Assigned Fs Tyler Barnes and Kyle Bonis and D Scott Czarnowczan to Toledo (ECHL). Released Fs Tyler Elbrecht, Anthony Luciani, Justin Mercier and Jerome Verrier and D Kevin Clare and Joe Houk. HARTFORD WOLF PACK — Named Brian Fairbrother trainer, Paul Secola assistant strength and conditioning coach and Shawn Roche video co-ordinator. SOCCER Major League Soccer MLS — Fined New England F Charlie Davies an undisclosed amount for embellishment during Saturday’s game and Dallas coach Oscar Pareja and Vancouver assistant coach Martyn Pert for a postmatch confrontation after Saturday’s game. United Soccer League USL — Named Mike Jacobs vice-president, developmental properties.

we take nine points, I’m pretty sure we’re going to be right there. I think taking seven points gives you a really good chance. “So until somebody tells me that mathematically we’re no longer in it, every single guy in this locker-room is still going to be believing.” The loss was frustrating and painful, given Toronto’s ample chances. Houston was reduced to 10 men in the 55th minute when defender A.J. Cochran was sent off for dragging Luke Moore to the ground. Jermain Defoe, in his first start since Aug. 23, was foiled on the ensuing penalty by red-hot Houston goalie Tyler Deric. “I believe if that goes in, then maybe it’s a different game,” said a disappointed Defoe. “We’d probably had enough time to get the second goal. But even after that the (Houston) ’keeper made some good saves. “It was just one of those games.” While Houston had only lost one of its last six games, it was missing three starters to international duty and had leading scorer Will Bruin on the bench after

Sunday ● Rodeo: Foothills Cowboys Association Cowboy Classic Finals, 1 p.m., Westerner Stockmens Pavilion. ● Heritage junior B hockey: Strathmore at Blackfalds, 3:30 p.m.

WORLD SERIES (Best-of-7) Tuesday, Oct. 21: at American League Wednesday, Oct. 22: at AL Friday, Oct. 24: at National League Saturday, Oct. 25: at NL x-Sunday, Oct. 26: at NL x-Tuesday, Oct. 28: at AL x-Wednesday, Oct. 29: at AL

MLS Eastern Conference GP W L T GF x-D.C. 31 15 9 7 46 New England 31 15 13 3 46 Kansas City 31 13 11 7 45 New York 31 11 9 11 49 Columbus 31 11 10 10 44 Toronto 31 11 13 7 42 Houston 31 11 14 6 36 Philadelphia 31 9 10 12 46 Chicago 31 5 8 18 38 Montreal 31 6 18 7 34

GA 34 43 37 46 38 49 51 45 46 54

Pt 52 48 46 44 43 40 39 39 33 25

Western Conference GP W L T GF x-Seattle 31 19 9 3 61 x-Los Angeles 31 17 5 9 66 x-Salt Lake 31 13 8 10 50 x-Dallas 31 14 11 6 52 Portland 32 11 9 12 59 Vancouver 31 10 8 13 40

GA 47 31 39 42 52 40

Pt 60 60 49 48 45 43

Colorado San Jose Chivas

31 31 31

8 6 7

15 14 18

8 11 6

42 35 26

58 47 58

32 29 27

Wednesday’s results Toronto 0 Houston 1 San Jose 0 Portland 3 Friday’s games Chicago at Kansas City, 6:30 p.m. Vancouver at Seattle, 8 p.m. Saturday’s games New England at Montreal, 2 p.m. Toronto at New York, 5 p.m. Columbus at Philadelphia, 5 p.m. San Jose at Salt Lake, 7:30 p.m. Colorado at Chivas, 8:30 p.m. Sunday, October 12 D.C. at Houston, 1 p.m. Los Angeles at Dallas, 5 p.m.

Basketball National Basketball Association Preseason EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division W L Pct GB Boston 2 0 1.000 — Toronto 1 1 .500 1 Philadelphia 1 1 .500 1 Brooklyn 0 0 .000 1 New York 0 1 .000 1 1/2

Washington Orlando Atlanta Charlotte Miami

Detroit Indiana Milwaukee Cleveland Chicago

Southeast Division W L Pct 2 0 1.000 1 0 1.000 1 0 1.000 0 1 .000 0 2 .000

GB — 1/2 1/2 1 1/2 2

Central Division W L Pct 1 0 1.000 1 0 1.000 1 0 1.000 0 0 .000 0 2 .000

GB — — — 1/2 1 1/2

WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W L Pct GB Houston 1 0 1.000 — New Orleans 1 2 .333 1 San Antonio 0 0 .000 1/2 Memphis 0 1 .000 1 Dallas 0 1 .000 1

Utah

Northwest Division W L Pct 1 0 1.000

GB —

Toronto FC playoff hopes dealt a blow with loss to Dynamo BY THE CANADIAN PRESS

10:30 a.m. ● College men’s basketball: RDC Kings 1Hotel Fall Classic — Ambrose vs. The King’s University, 11 a.m., Ambroe vs. RDC 2:30 p.m., RDC vs. The King’s University,6 p.m. ● Bantam football: Springbank at Innisfail, 12:30 p.m. ● Rodeo: Foothills Cowboys Association Cowboy Classic Finals, 1 and 7 p.m., Westerner Stockmens Pavilion. ● Junior women’s hockey: Irma at Central Alberta, 4:15 p.m., Penhold Regional Multiplex. ● WHL: Brandon at Red Deer, 7 p.m., Centrium. ● Midget AA hockey: Calgary Blazers at Red Deer Elks, 7:15 p.m., Collicutt Centre; Calgary Stampeders at Olds, 7:30 p.m. ● Heritage junior B hockey: Medicine Hat at Ponoka, 8 p.m.; Cochrane at Three Hills, 8 p.m., Trochu.

Baseball

LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES (Best-of-7) American League

Thursday, Oct. 9

one regular-season game for leaving the bench during an altercation Monday night. Fined Chicago F-C Joakim Noah and Washington G-F Paul Pierce $15,000 for the same altercation. INDIANA PACERS — Signed coach Frank Vogel to a multiyear contract extension. MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES — Named Elliot Perry director of player support for the franchise. MILWAUKEE BUCKS — Named Peter Feigin team president and Kelly Kauffman vice-president, head of human resources/human capital management. NEW YORK KNICKS — Signed C Didier Mbenga. FOOTBALL National Football League NFL — Announced team owners unanimously approved the sale of the Buffalo Bills to Terry and Kim Pegula. CHICAGO BEARS — Signed S Shamiel Gary to a one-year contract. DETROIT LIONS — Signed CB Mike Harris and DT Derrick Hopkins to the practice squad. Released CB Josh Victorian. Placed DT Xavier Proctor on practice squad injured reserve. GREEN BAY PACKERS — Signed G Jordan McCray to the practice squad. LOS ANGELES RAIDERS — Signed LB Jamar Chaney. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS — Released OL Caylin Hauptmann from the practice squad. Signed OL Chris Martin and DL Joe Vellano to the practice squad. OAKLAND RAIDERS — Placed LB Nick Roach

● High school football: Camrose at Rocky Mountain House, 4 p.m.; Stettler at Ponoka, 4 p.m.; Notre Dame at Lindsay Thurber, 7:30 p.m., Great Chief Park. ● College women’s preseason hockey: Edmonton St. Francis Xavier Hockey Academy at RDC, 7 p.m., Arena. ● Bantam AA hockey: Sylvan Lake at Lacombe, 7:15 p.m. ● College men’s basketball: RDC Kings 1Hotel Fall Classic — RDC vs. King’s University College, 7:30 p.m.

St. Louis 3, Los Angeles 1 Friday, Oct. 3: St. Louis 10, Los Angeles 9 Saturday, Oct. 4: Los Angeles 3, St. Louis 2 Monday, Oct. 6: St. Louis 3, Los Angeles 1 Tuesday, Oct. 7: St. Louis 3, Los Angeles 2

Transactions Wednesday’s Sports Transactions

Today

National League San Francisco 3, Washington 1 Friday, Oct. 3: San Francisco 3, Washington 2 Saturday, Oct. 4: San Francisco 2, Washington 1, 18 innings Monday, Oct. 6: Washington 4, San Francisco 1 Tuesday, Oct. 7: San Francisco 3, Washington 2

Football CFL East Division W L T 6 7 0 5 8 0 5 8 0 2 11 0

THURSDAY, OCT. 9, 2014

Local Sports

WHL EASTERN CONFERENCE EAST DIVISION GP W L OTLSOL GF Brandon 6 5 0 1 0 31 Regina 7 4 2 1 0 27 Swift Current 9 4 5 0 0 25 Moose Jaw 7 3 3 0 1 20 Prince Albert 6 3 3 0 0 17 Saskatoon 5 0 5 0 0 9

Medicine Hat Calgary Red Deer Edmonton Kootenay Lethbridge

sitting out more than a month with a foot injury. Toronto outshot Houston 26-9, but led only 8-6 in shots on target. Defoe (seven shots, two on target), Moore (5-2) and Brazilian winger Jackson (4-2) all had their chances. “I asked the guys to lay it out there, to play it was like their last game and I think we did,” said Vanney. “At the end of the day, the game comes down to executing in the box. We just didn’t do that today.” Giles Barnes’ first-half goal, coupled with Deric’s heroics, gave Houston a nervy win. “It will keep us in the playoff race,” Barnes said of the victory. “I thought the team was fantastic. A massive three points on the road. It was a great team performance with a man down as well.” The dropped three points were crucial for Toronto (11-13-7), which could have moved into fifth place in the East with the win. Instead Houston (11-14-6) joined Philadelphia within one point of Toronto.

Denver Minnesota Oklahoma City Portland

Golden State L.A. Lakers Sacramento Phoenix L.A. Clippers

1 0 0 0

1 1 1 1

.500 .000 .000 .000

1/2 1 1 1

Pacific Division W L Pct 1 0 1.000 1 0 1.000 1 1 .500 0 0 .000 0 1 .000

GB — — 1/2 1/2 1

Tuesday’s Games Indiana 103, Minnesota 90 Orlando 108, Miami 101, OT Detroit 111, Chicago 109, OT Houston 111, Dallas 108 Utah 92, Portland 73 Sacramento 113, Toronto 106 Golden State 112, L.A. Clippers 94 Wednesday’s Games Philadelphia 106, Charlotte 92 Washington 94, New Orleans 89 Boston 106, New York 86 Milwaukee 86, Memphis 83 Denver 114, Oklahoma City 101 Thursday’s Games Milwaukee at Detroit, 5:30 p.m. Memphis at Houston, 6 p.m. Utah at Portland, 8 p.m. Golden State at L.A. Lakers, 8:30 p.m. Friday’s Games Orlando at Indiana, 5 p.m. Washington vs. Charlotte at Greenville, SC, 5 p.m. Boston at Toronto, 5:30 p.m.

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Mandy Carroll dropped in 12 points to lead the Storm to a 52-25 win over the Red Deer Royals in Red Deer Basketball League action. Meanwhile, Carla Stewart’s 20 points paced the Spartans in a 44-21 victory over the Rampage. Shelby Hawk had eight points in a losing cause. In other games: ● The Big Ballers, with Aimee Sandham netting 10 points, downed the Funk 46-32. Shalene Rasher and Michelle Steeves each scored eight points for the losers. ● Hoosier Daddy defeated Triple Threat 47-20 as three players — Kathy Alquist, Lindsay Morrison and Alyssa Babe — hit for eight points apiece. Melanie Callihoo had eight for Triple Threat.

RED DEER ADVOCATE Thursday, Oct. 9, 2014 B5

MacDonald to get UFC title shot

TENNIS BY THE CANADIAN PRESS THE ASSOCIATED PRESS SHANGHAI, China — Canada’s Milos Raonic and Vasek Pospisil were eliminated at the Shanghai Masters on Wednesday while Roger Federer, Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic advanced to the third round. Raonic, the No. 8 seed from Thornhill, Ont., trailed 2-5 in the opening set when he retired from his second-round match against Argentina’s Juan Monaco. It wasn’t immediately clear why Raonic decided to end the match. The unseeded Pospisil, from Vancouver, dropped a 7-6 (1), 3-6, 6-4 decision to No. 14 Roberto Bautista Agut despite firing 15 aces to the Spaniard’s two. Federer saved five match points and rallied from a 5-2 deficit in the third-set tiebreaker before finally beating Leonardo Mayer 7-5, 3-6, 7-6 (7) in a thrilling second-round match. Rafael Nadal, meanwhile, lost to fellow Spaniard Feliciano Lopez 6-3, 7-6 (6) only days after appendicitis left him bedridden and uncertain if he’d be able to compete. Federer hadn’t played since helping Switzerland beat Italy to make the Davis Cup final a month ago, and the inactivity showed. He made an uncharacteristic 57 unforced errors — including some bad mishits — and only won about half of his points at the net. The Swiss star was also a little fortunate. On Mayer’s first match point at 5-4 in the third, the Argentine aimed a backhand passing shot down the line but the ball clipped the tape and fell back on his side of the net. Federer finally put it away on his first match point with a backhand lob that just caught the line. “I think I got unbelievably lucky today. Let’s be quite honest. I think he deserved it,” Federer said. “Could be my greatest escape thus far.” As for the reason for his difficulties, the 17-time Grand Slam title winner pointed to his spell away from the tour. “Midway through the third set I was like, yeah, I have been on vacation actually, so it’s normal that I’m struggling,” he said. “I was trying to go for an all-time record of missed volleys tonight.” Nadal was in so much pain from appendicitis earlier this week, he couldn’t sleep, eat or even get out of bed for several days. After an aggressive course of antibiotics to control the inflammation, he felt healthy enough to play his opening match against Lopez. However, his shots lacked depth and power, and his serve didn’t have its usual punch. Nadal said he felt a little dizzy from the antibiotics, but otherwise wasn’t in a a lot of pain. “Even today the doctors told me that I was very, very lucky that I did not have to go for surgery straight, can (treat) with antibiotics,” he said. “Pain I think is under control. That’s important. I think I was lucky for that.” The 14-time major winner had just returned to the tour after two months on the sidelines with a wrist injury. Now he faces likely surgery to have his appendix removed, which could keep him out of the ATP Tour Finals in London next month. “My answer today honestly is I’m going to do it after the World Tour Finals. You never know. Depends how the things improve,” he said. “When you are on the bed for three days, the only thing you want to do is feel better, feel healthy again.”

TORONTO — Canadian Rory (Ares) MacDonald is getting his UFC title shot. And it will happen in Canada. UFC president Dana White has confirmed that the 25-year-old welterweight will fight the winner of the UFC 181 main event between 170-pound champion Johny (Bigg Rigg) Hendricks and No. 1 contender (Ruthless) Robbie Lawler. Hendricks and Lawler meet Dec. 6 in a Las Vegas rematch of their UFC 171 bout in March that decided the successor to Georges St-Pierre. MacDonald, ranked No. 2 among welterweight contenders, has won three straight and eight of his last nine in the UFC. “It’s pretty impossible to deny Rory that, whoever comes out of that Hendricks-Lawler fight, he’s the next guy in line,” White

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the UFC in Canada, Australia and New Zealand, said last week he expects two or three pay-per-view shows in Canada next year. MacDonald has not faced Hendricks. He lost a split decision to Lawler when they met at UFC 167 in November 2013. MacDonald, while no trash-talker, has been making his claim to a title shot in recent months. “One day, very soon the belt will be mine,” MacDonald said after winning a unanimous decision over Woodley at UFC 174 in Vancouver in June. After beating Saffiedine, the Canadian argued he was the logical contender. “I really don’t see anyone else,” he said. On Monday, he tweeted a smiling photo of himself sitting on a bench, holding a sign that said “Title shot or bust!” It’s hard to argue with him. No. 4 Carlos Condit, while he holds a 2010 win over MacDonald, has fought for the title and lost and is currently recovering from a knee injury. No. 5 Matt Brown lost to Lawler in June and No. 6 Hector Lombard is set to face Josh Burkman at UFC 182 in January. MacDonald, a training partner of StPierre’s, said he would never fight his friend. With GSP on hiatus from the sport, there are no such obstacles in his course. Hendricks is currently listed as more than a 2-1 favourite to beat Lawler.

told The Canadian Press on Wednesday. MacDonald, a native of Kelowna, B.C., who fights out of Montreal, is bidding to join St-Pierre and Carlos (Ronin) Newton as the only Canadians to hold a UFC championship. Featherweight Mark (The Machine) Hominick of Thamesford, Ont., and Montreal middleweight Patrick (The Predator) Cote lost title fights in the UFC. Alexis Davis failed in a bid for the women’s bantamweight crown. MacDonald (18-2) has already beaten No. 3 Tyron Woodley, No. 7 Demian Maia, No. 8 Jake Ellenberger and No. 9 Tarec Saffiedine. “I have a lot of respect for Saffiedine,” White said. “That’s guy’s tough to deal with. Rory just absolutely made him look like he didn’t belong there. He actually treated him like No. 9.” White said the MacDonald title bout would “absolutely, positively, without a doubt, be in Canada. He’s next in line and that fight will be in Canada.” White did not specify a date or city for MacDonald’s title shot other than to say he’s next. The UFC has a March date reserved in Montreal. A Toronto date is also expected in 2015. Tom Wright, director of operations for

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ON NOW AT YOUR ALBERTA CHEVROLET DEALERS. AlbertaChevrolet.com 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the purchase, finance and lease of a 2014 Chevrolet Cruze, Silverado and 2015 Chevrolet Equinox LS AWD (1SA/K05) equipped as described. Freight ($1,600/$1,695/$1,650) and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Dealer order or trade may be required. * Offer available to qualified retail customers in Canada for vehicles delivered between October 1 and October 31, 2014. 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank® or RBC Royal Bank for 84 months on all new or demonstrator 2014 Chevrolet vehicles, excluding Corvette; special finance rate not compatible with certain cash credits on Silverado (1500 & HD), Equinox, Malibu, Sonic, Cruze, Trax and Orlando. Participating lenders are subject to change. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $20,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $238.10 for 84 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $20,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight and air tax ($100, if applicable) included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, applicable taxes and dealer fees not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ® Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. † $3,500 is a combined credit consisting of a $1,000 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive) and a $2,500 manufacturer to dealer cash credit (tax exclusive) for 2014 Chevrolet Cruze LTZ, which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $2,500 credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model and cash credit excludes Cruze 1LS 1SA. 1 $8,000 is a combined credit consisting of a $4,000 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive), $1,000 Fall bonus for truck owners (tax exclusive), and a $3,000 manufacturer to dealer cash credit (tax exclusive) for 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Double Cab, which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $3,000 credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model and cash credit excludes Silverado 1500 Double Cab 2WD 1WT. †† Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer car that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2013, 2014, 2015 model year Chevrolet car, SUV, crossover and pickups models delivered in Canada between October 1 and October 31, 2014. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $750 credit available on all eligible Chevrolet vehicles. Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer pick-up truck that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive): $1,000 credit available towards the retail purchase, cash purchase or lease of one eligible 2013, 2014 or 2015 model year Chevrolet or GMC light or heavy duty pickup; delivered in Canada between October 1 and October 31, 2014. Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any Pontiac/Saturn/SAAB/Hummer/Oldsmobile model year 1999 or newer vehicle or Chevrolet Cobalt or HHR that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2013, 2014, 2015 model year Chevrolet car, SUV, crossover and pickups models delivered in Canada between October 1 and October 31, 2014. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $1500 credit available on all eligible Chevrolet vehicles. Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Limited (GMCL) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited by law. See your GMCL dealer for details. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. *^ Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). W Based on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. ** Offer valid to eligible retail lessees in Canada who have obtained credit approval by and entered into a lease agreement with GM Financial, and who accept delivery from October 1, 2014 through January 2, 2015 of a new 2015 Equinox model. General Motors of Canada will pay one month’s lease payment or two bi-weekly lease payments as defined on the lease agreement (inclusive of taxes and any applicable pro-rata amount normally due at lease delivery as defined on the lease agreement). After the first month, lessee will be required to make all remaining scheduled payments over the remaining term of the lease agreement. PPSA/ RDPRM is not due. Insurance, license, dealer fees and applicable taxes not included. Additional conditions and limitations apply. GM reserves the right to modify or terminate this offer at any time without prior notice. See dealer for details. ¥ Lease based on a purchase price of $29,255 (including $1,000 lease credit) for a 2015 Equinox LS AWD. Bi-weekly payment is $163 for 48 months at 0.9% APR and includes Freight and Air Tax, on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. Annual kilometers limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometer. $0 down payment and a $0 security deposit is required. Payment may vary depending on down payment trade. Total obligation is $16,917, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $13,096. Price and total obligation excludes license, insurance, registration, applicable provincial fees, dealer fees, taxes and optional equipment. Other lease options are available. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offer which may not be combined with other offers. See your dealer for conditions and details. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. ^ Whichever comes first. Limit of four ACDelco Lube-Oil-Filter services in total. Fluid top-offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc., are not covered. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ^^ Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.

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Friday ● Fright Night at the Site presents Halloween fun at Rocky Mountain National Historic Site, Oct. 10, 11, 17, and 18. The gate for this PG13 event opens at 7 and trail walks begin at 7:30 p.m. An additional walk will be offered Oct. 19 from 2 to 5 p.m. For tickets — $15 in advance or $20 at the gate — phone 403-845-6680. ● Sylvan Lake Legion events include: Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner catered by Ladies Auxiliary, Oct. 10, 5:30 p.m., $15, meat draw to follow; Cribbage Tournament, Oct. 12, 9:30 a.m. registration, 10:30 a.m. games, $12.50 per person includes lunch. Phone 403-887-2601, 403-887-3534. ● Innisfail Scarecrow Festival takes place Oct. 10 to 13. Festival Day is Oct. 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Create a spectacular scarecrow and bring it to Main Street Innisfail by the Royal Canadian Legion and display it on the pole provided. No registration fee. Register the scarecrow on Oct. 11 at 9 a.m. and enjoy the day’s festivities. Take down scarecrows on Monday afternoon or Tuesday. Contact Debra at 403-505-6160. ● Silver Blades senior skating is offered on Fridays, 2 to 3:30 p.m., and Seniors Skating will be offered on Tuesdays from 2:30 to 3:30, both at the Red Deer Arena. Ages 50 years plus. Cost is $3 for drop-in.

Saturday ● Nature Savvy Saturdays at Kerry Wood Nature Centre are offered from 1 to 4 p.m. each week. Enjoy a nature-themed craft or activity. All ages invited to drop in and for a seasonal nature-inspired craft or activity. Phone 403-346-2010. ● Royal Canadian Air Force Association members meet at noon on the second Saturday of the month at the ABC Country Restaurant for a luncheon and business meeting. Guests are welcome. Next meeting is Oct. 11. The association preserves and perpetuates the traditions of the Royal Canadian Air Force and advocates a proficient and well equipped air force in Canada. The local 703 Wing provides a forum for serving former participants in military and civil aviation and a meeting of like minded people. Contact Al at 403-341-3253, or email to amlow@shaw.ca. ● Bike Corral at the Red Deer Market will be offered by Red Deer Primary Care Network every Saturday of the market until fall closing. ● MAGnificent Saturdays offer free art making with a professional artist from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery in downtown Red Deer. The Oct. 11 session is called Gobble, Gobble, Gobble. All materials supplied. Families welcome. Phone 403-309-8405. Free with admission. ● Spirit of the Holidays Arts and Craft Show will be held on Oct. 11 at Pioneer Lodge from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. Silent auction with proceeds to Whisker Rescue.

Sunday ● 100 Years of Animation: Corpse Bride — movie will be shown Oct. 12 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Downtown Branch of Red Deer Public Library. All ages show. See www.rdpl. org. Phone 403-346-4576. ● Olds Evergreen Jams are held on the second and fourth Sunday of every month at the Olds Evergreen Centre from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Admission is $2. Snacks included. Call Bonnie at 403-556-7844 for more information. Jams are held Oct. 12 and 26.

Monday ● Tallest Sunflower Competition is open to the all residents of the community of Waskasoo. The gardener who grows the tallest sunflower will win a prize valued over $50. To enter, measure the sunflower from ground level to the tip of flower and send measurements to sunflower@waskasoo.info or call 403-348-5030 by the closing date of Oct. 13. ● The Parkland Handweavers and Spinners Guild meets the second Monday of each month at Sunnybrook Farm Museum at 7 p.m. New and experienced weavers welcome. For more information contact Red Deer Weavers at reddeerweavers@gmail.com or Darlene at 403-749-3054, Amy at 403-3094026 or Margaret at 403-346-8289.

Tuesday ● CrossRoads Church Seniors monthly luncheon is offered on the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 2 p.m. in the Chapel. All seniors invited. The cost is $8 at the door. Phone 403-347-6425. On Oct. 14, the topic will be short term missionary presentations. ● The Central Alberta Mopar Association (CAMA) Car Club meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Humpty’s Classic Restaurant in Gasoline Alley. Admirers and owners of Chrysler family vehicles are welcome. Yearly membership is $17 for new members and $12 for current members. For more information contact Glen at 403318-8388 or visit centralalbertamopar.com ● The Tony Connelly Singers choral group invites singers to join them on Tuesdays, 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Senior Citizens Downtown House. The group shares the gift of music and friendship at various seniors’ functions from Sept. to June. Call Shirley at 403-342-5904, or Betty at 403-346-7316 for more information. ● The Parkland Cross Country Ski Club meets the second Tuesday of each month at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre at

7:30 p.m. The next meeting will be Oct. 14. Novice to experienced cross country skiers welcome. Visit parklandxskiclub.org or phone 403-346-1311.

Wednesday ● Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous free community information meeting, Oct. 15 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Kentwood Alliance Church. Having trouble controlling the way you eat? Come and find out more. Contact Joanne at 403-314-1972, or Barb at 403-588-4621. See www.foodaddicts.org ● Canadian Badlands Pheasant Festival will be held at Stettler from Oct. 15 to 19. Hunters in teams of up to four may purchase half-day hunts for $150. Full day hunts, including some weekend spots, are available with two registration passes. Online registration is available at www.stettlerboardoftrade. com and at www.canadianbadlands.com. Pheasant Festival Banquet will be held on Oct. 17 at Stettler Agricultural Society, and features raffles, door prizes, auctions, and dancing. Tickets cost $40 and are also available online or at Stettler Board of Trade. An Adopt-a-Hen program is available for $25 each. Contact Darcy at 403-740-4639, darcy. pollock@live.com, or Barry at 403-363-9224, bmorishita@brooks.ca. ● MAGsparks connects people with developmental disabilities to the Red Deer Arts community on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery. There is a drop-in fee of $3 or membership is available for $50. For information, contact Janet at 403-309-8405, janet.cole@ reddeer.ca. Oct. 6 to 22 topic is Portraits. ● Central Alberta Historical Society will meet on Oct. 15, 7 p.m. Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery. Guest speaker Dr. Patricia McCormack on Celebrating Women’s History Month: Lost and Forgotten Women in History Past. Everyone is welcome. Contact Faye at 403-343-1881. ● Red Deer Legion Old-Time Dance with Badlanders II is on Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. Cost is $7, or $13.95 with buffet starting at 5 p.m. Phone 403-342-0035. ● Ponoka United Church Thrift Shop is open every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come in and shop for the whole family. For more information call Mary at 403-783-5030, or Jessie at 403-783-8627. ● Learning Disabilities Association Red Deer Chapter Parent Support Group for parents of children or teens with a learning disability meets on Oct. 15 at lower level 3757- 43 Ave., Red Deer. To register contact 403-340-3885, execdir@ldreddeer.ca ● Red Deer River Naturalists — Flower Focus meets on Oct. 15 at Kerry Wood Nature Centre at 10 a.m. Contact Don at 403343-2937.

Thursday ● Friends of the Red Deer Public Library Fall Book Sale will be held at Downtown Branch of Red Deer Public Library in the Snell Auditorium on Oct. 16 from 5 to 9 p.m. for members. Memberships are available at the door for $7.50 for single, or $10 per family. The sale continues on Oct. 17 and 18, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for the general public. All proceeds to the library. Book and audiovisual donations are gratefully accepted at the downtown branch. Contact Lesley at 403-346-5721. ● Red Deer and District Garden Club meets on Oct. 16 at Kerry Wood Nature Centre at 7 p.m. More information at www.reddeergardenclub.ca or www.facebook.com/ RedDeerGardenClub. For more information call Noreen at 403-357-4071. ● Red Deer Cruise Night will be located at Parkland Mall in the northeast parking lot, weekly on Thursday nights from 6 to 9 p.m. until Oct., weather permitting. Between 400 to 700 vehicles weekly with room for up to 900. Free. Donations welcome. Food vendors available. Family and child friendly entertainment and occasional live bands, car clubs welcome. Contact Dave at 403-877-5047, or challengerdave1@gmail.com. ● Central Alberta Prostate Awareness and Support Group meets the third Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Gaetz Memorial United Church in the parlour. The next meeting is Oct. 16. This group has experience and information to share. Knowing about the prostate, symptoms of prostate cancer, and other prostate diseases can save your life. Men and spouses are welcome. Phone 403-350-5511. ● Red Deer Art Club has ongoing sessions every Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre. These afternoons are open to all who are interested in learning techniques and sharing ideas using water based mediums. Open to beginner or advanced artists. For more information call 403-342-4242 , email reddeerartclub@gmail. com or search out the club on Facebook. ● Man-Up Against Suicide is a oneday photo exhibit and discussion forum from University of British Columbia which will be held in Rimbey Town Hall on Oct. 16 from 5 to 7 p.m. Men’s suicide — possible prevention and intervention — and more will be discussed, and a light snack and refreshments will be provided. See www.manupagainstsuicide.ca, or contact Christina at 604-822-2581. The exhibit will continue until Oct. 20. ● Perogy Supper at St. Vladimir Ukrainian Catholic Church will take place Oct. 16, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Adults are $11, children 10 years and under are $6. Tickets are available at the door. For more information call 403347-2335. ● Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre dance, Thursday, Oct. 16, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the seniors’ centre. Dance to the music of Country Gold North Band. Admission is

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Red Deer College King Clayton Crellin breaks past Keyano College Huskie James Jedralski during play last fall. On Friday, the Kings kick off their season with the iHotel Fall Classic. Action gets underway with the Kings playing host to Ambrose at 8 p.m. Basketball action goes through the weekend at Red Deer College. $7. Phone 403-347-6165, 403-986-7170, or 403-346-3896. ● Speak Up Central Alberta invites those struggling with hearing loss to get together with other hard of hearing individuals, families, service providers, and caregivers on Oct. 16 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at ABC Restaurant to share thoughts and ideas. This is not a sales meeting. RSVP to speakupcentralalberta@ gmail.com, 403-356-1598, or follow on Facebook. ● Oktoberfest will be celebrated on Oct.

16 at The Hub Stettler Recreation Centre (upstairs, elevator available) with dancing at 5, and 7 to 10 p.m. with music by Old Tyme Aires, and Catering By Sara supper at 6 p.m. Tickets cost $20 per person, or dance only tickets for $10, or supper only tickets for $14. Sponsored by Stettler Old Tyme Dance Club. All ages welcome. Phone 403-742-8355. ● Red Deer Christmas Bureau Annual General Meeting, Oct. 16, 7 p.m. at #15 7428, 49 Ave. New volunteers welcome.

REGISTRATIONS LOCAL EVENTS AND ORGANIZATIONS ● Shalom Counselling Centre offers several community workshops: Managing Change Effectively will be offered on Tuesdays, Oct. 7 to 28, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Lacombe Neighbourhood Place, $150 (subsidies may be available); Downsizing and Moving Forward I takes place on Oct. 8, 6 to 9 p.m. at Sylvan Lake Community Centre, $40, or two for $70, and also on Oct. 18, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lacombe Lifelong Learning Association, $50, or two for $75, both presented by Lynne Ring (The Organizing Guru) and Lyn Lamers (Education Coordinator, Shalom Counselling Centre). To register, or for information, contact Shalom Counselling at 403-342-0339. ● Lacombe and District Family and Community Support Services Sip and Savour event will take place on Oct. 17, 7 to 10 p.m. at Lacombe Memorial Centre. Tickets cost $50.Volunteers and guests sought. Contact 403-782-6637 or info@lacombefcss.net. ● A Day at the Museum Day Camps will be offered at Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery for children ages six to 12 years in conjunction with school division professional development days and holidays. Fees are $25 per child for museum society members, or $30 for non-members. Register at 403309-8405, or in person. See www.reddeermuseum.com ● Red Deer Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Awards tickets are now on sale for the Oct. 22 event at the Red Deer College Arts Centre. Tickets, $85 are available online at www.reddeerchamber.com or at the Chamber office. Early bird discount, $10 off, in effect until Sept. 12. For more information call Shelley at 403-347-4491. ● Ducks Unlimited Fundraising Dinner will be held at Holiday Inn and Suites on Gasoline Alley in Red Deer County on Oct. 25. Cocktails, raffles, silent auction start at 5 p.m. followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. and high flyer and live auction with Rick Horn, auctioneer. Tickets cost $75 each, or reserve a table of eight for $600. There will exclusive Ducks Unlimited art work, sculptures, camping supplies, furniture, firearms, collectibles and more on live and silent auctions. A special tribute to late James T. Mah Ming, long-time supporter of wildlife and conservation in the Red Deer area will be featured. For tickets and information, contact Jim at 403-342-1314, or 403596-5241, J_ingoldsby@ducks.ca.

● Alberta Sports Hall of Fame Halloween Family Night, Oct. 29, 6 to 8 p.m. Admission is $10 per family up to six. Spooky activities and games for all ages. Costumes welcome. Volunteers needed. Phone 403341-8614. ● Knox Presbyterian Church Ladies Fall Supper will be held Oct. 18, 5:30 p.m. Tickets cost $15 for adults, and free for children ages 12 years and under. Contact the church office to purchase tickets at 403-3464560. ● Ridgewood Hall Turkey Supper goes Oct. 25 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the hall located from Penhold Fas Gas, west on 592, cross the river to RR 10, go north. Prices are $13 for adults, $5 for children, and free for under seven. No reservations needed. Phone 403-886-4642. ● Zed99 Haunted House will be open to the public Oct. 17 to 31 from 6 to 10 p.m. daily, at Parkland Mall in support of Boys and Girls Club of Red Deer. Midnight Madness will be offered on Oct. 24 from midnight to 2 a.m. for 18 years and up only. Evening shows not recommended for children under seven years of age. Weekend matinees from 1 to 4 p.m. are available for younger children and others. Ticket prices range from $10 to $15. See zedhauntedhouse.com or see Facebook. Advance reserved tickets are available only at ticktleap.com/zedhauntedhouse. Phone 403-342-6500. ● Central Music Festival presents Mardi Gras Gala on Nov. 15. See www.centralmusicfest.com ● Julestue Scandinavian Bazaar and Danish Restaurant Experience will be held on Nov. 8 at Spruce View Hall from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Danish lunch begins at 11a.m. To book a vendor table, or for information call Joanne at 403-227-4917, or Dickson Store Museum at 403-728-3355. Admission $2 for adults, and free for children and includes coffee, juice, and chance to win door prize. ● Stettler Health Foundation major capital campaign launch will take place Oct. 25 at Stettler Community Hall. Doors open at 5 p.m., with cocktails at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $100 each with a portion eligible for tax receipt. Live auction, and guest speakers: Angus Watt, and families of Stettler. Phone 403-740-9121.

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U.K. police questioning four terrorism suspects with possible link to ISIL LONDON — London police are questioning four terrorism suspects believed to have been plotting an attack inside Britain and checking a possible link to the Islamic State group. Officials said Wednesday that a medical student is among the group of four suspects, which includes one man who had travelled to Syria. The men, aged 20 and 21, were arrested Tuesday morning in London. They remain in custody and haven’t been charged. Police commissioner Bernard Hogan-Howe told BBC radio the arrests involve a “quite serious case.” He said police are taking a more aggressive stance because of the increased threat linked to the fighting in Iraq and Syria.

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Turkish Kurds watch as airstrikes hit Kobani, inside Syria, as fighting intensifies between Syrian Kurds and the militants of Islamic State group, in Mursitpinar, on the outskirts of Suruc, at the Turkey-Syria border, Wednesday.

Allies frustrated by Turkish inaction BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS ISTANBUL, Turkey — As U.S. generals and Secretary of State John Kerry warn that a strategic Syrian border town could fall to Islamic State militants, the Turkish military has deployed its tanks on its side of the frontier but only watched the slaughter. Turkey’s inaction despite its supposed participation in a coalition forged to crush the extremist group is frustrating Washington and its NATO allies, and reviving a rebellion by Turkish Kurds. Amid fears the Kurdish town of Kobani could fall any day, U.S. and NATO officials are travelling to Turkey on Thursday to press negotiations for more robust Turkish involvement in the coalition. But Turkey is taking a hard line, insisting that it will only consider involvement in military action as part of a broader strategy for ending the rule of Syrian President Bashar Assad. The U.S. and its allies want to keep the focus on the Islamic State group, which they say poses a more global threat. Emphasizing the U.S. position, Kerry said Wednesday that although the Obama administration is “deeply concerned about the people of Kobani,” preventing the town’s fall to Islamic State militants

was not a strategic objective for the U.S. “As horrific as it is to watch in real time what’s happening in Kobani, it’s also important to remember, you have to step back and understand the strategic objective,” Kerry told a news conference in Washington. Rear Adm. John Kirby, the Pentagon press secretary, also conceded Kobani could fall because “air power alone is not going to be enough to save that city.” “We all need to prepare ourselves for the reality that other towns and villages — and perhaps Kobani — will be taken by ISIL,” Kirby said, adding that the key to eventually defeating the militants is to train and enable indigenous ground forces. Turkey is ambivalent about the fight across its border, because of its distrust of the Kurdish fighters protecting Kobani, also known as Ayn Arab. It views them as an extension of the Kurdish PKK, the rebel group that has waged a long and bloody insurgency against Ankara. In recent days, Turkish officials have emphasized that they view both the Islamic State group and the PKK as terrorist groups. Left unsaid is which group they view as the greater threat. But, Turkey’s strict neutrality as the lightly-armed Kurds face annihilation speaks volumes.

Kerry makes urgent appeal for nations to step up anti-Ebola efforts WASHINGTON — Secretary of State John Kerry is making an urgent appeal for nations to “step up” their response to the outbreak of the deadly Ebola virus. He says more money, equipment and personnel are needed now. In an impassioned appeal on Wednesday, Kerry said progress against the disease is being made, but far too slowly and that the world is not where it needs to be in stemming Ebola’s spread. Speaking with British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond, Kerry said it is essential for airlines to keep flying to West Africa and for borders to remain open to allow for the movement of assistance and medical staff. His comments came shortly after the first patient diagnosed with Ebola in the United States died at a Dallas hospital.

Venezuelan government loyalist among 5 dead following standoff with police CARACAS, Venezuela — Venezuelan police have raided a building occupied by presumed members of a pro-government militia and authorities say five people were killed. Among those killed is Jose Odreman, who was a well-connected leader of a militia group aligned with the socialist government. Police moved in before dawn Tuesday to arrest what authorities said is a gang behind multiple homicides. That led to an eight-hour standoff that created panic and blocked traffic across several downtown blocks. During a recess in the shooting, Odreman blamedd Interior Minister Miguel Rodrigues Torres for the bloodshed in remarks to the media. Fighting resumed when three police officers were taken hostage by individuals holed up in the highrise building.

Friend visits just to mooch alcohol Dear Annie: An acquaintance of mine (I’ll call her “Minnie”) drops by our home once a week and stays for several hours. If we offer her a beer, she protests a little bit, but then says, “Well, OK,” and then asks what kind of wine or liquor we have. She somehow makes it seem as though she is doing us a favor by accepting what we offer and then lets us know about the better alcohol she is accustomed to. Our neighbor told us that Minnie does the same thing at her place, always promising to bring something special to reciprocate, but she never does. MITCHELL The neighbor laughs it off, & SUGAR but we feel like suckers. Minnie talks about cutting back on alcohol to lose weight, but it’s obvious she’ll drink if it’s free. Other than not answering the door when Minnie shows up, is there a way to confront her without making her belligerent? We see each other and don’t want hard feelings. — Tired of Sponger Dear Tired: If you don’t want Minnie drinking your booze, stop offering it to her. You can open the door and be polite and friendly but not ask whether she’d like a beer. If she says she’s thirsty, offer her a cool

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE B6 ● Sponsor a Flag of Remembrance in the tribute campaign by Veterans Voices of Canada that begins in Central Alberta, Oct. 25. These flags, representing the 10,000 Canadian fallen soldiers from 1900 to 2014, will be places along Highway 11 at the Sylvan Lake intersection. Each flag can be sponsored by anyone who wants to give tribute. For each flag, a minimum donation of $200 is required. Flags will remain in place until Nov. 11. A commemorative plaque will be available for the sponsor as a keepsake. Email ac@vetvoicecan.org or contact Allan at 403-887-7114 for more information. ● Red Deer Kinsmen Dream Home Lottery tickets in support of local charities, are on sale by visiting dream home, by phone at 1-866-559-6759, or online at www.reddeerkinsmen. com, until the grand prize draw at 5 p.m., Dec. 31. View the dream home at 1 Lazaro Close on weekends from 1 to 5 p.m. ● Who’s Under Where? by Marcia Kash and Douglas E. Hughes will be presented by Cow Patti Theatre Company running Nov. 13 to Dec. 14 at Lacombe Golf and Country Club. Dinner and Brunch Theatre shows available. Shows on the following dates will support the following local charities: Nov. 15 (brunch) — Kasota East Camp; Nov. 19 (chicken and ribs) Medical Mercy Canada; Nov. 22 (brunch) — Father Lacombe Travel Club; Nov. 26 (chicken and ribs) — Rotary Club of Lacombe Daybreak; Dec. 3 (chicken and ribs) — GrammaLink Africa; Dec. 6 (brunch) — All That Jazz Dance Studio; Dec. 10 (chicken and ribs) — Lacombe Performing Arts Centre Foundation; Dec. 13

glass of water. You don’t have to confront her at all or create any hard feelings. You simply need to be less accommodating. We suspect after a few such dry visits, she will spend less time knocking on your door. Dear Annie: As the holidays approach, so does gift giving. This is one of my favorite holiday traditions. I am not well off by any means, and my gifts usually consist of thoughtful homemade items. I love seeing the recipients open the gifts, watching their surprise and delight, and knowing they feel special because I have put so much thought into personalizing their present. Here’s the dilemma: Many of my family members are well off, yet I rarely receive gifts from them. I get flimsy excuses instead. I normally say “OK” and brush it off, but after years of this dismissive behavior, I am not sure I can continue to keep giving, giving, giving, especially when it is difficult for me financially. I don’t give presents with the expectation that I will get something in return, but once in a while, I would certainly appreciate feeling the same way my recipients do when opening a gift. I’d like to know what that’s like. Should I stop giving my homemade items to stingy family members and sell them instead? —Torn in Pennsylvania Dear Torn: Are you certain your family members truly enjoy these presents? Not everyone appreciates a homemade item, and you may be misinterpret-

ing their response. Even so, they should reciprocate in some way for your generosity. You certainly ought to stop giving them personalized gifts that you cannot afford. Either bake some cookies, or use your creativity for a holiday card and stop giving gifts altogether. The choice is yours. Dear Annie: I read the letter from “Frustrated Mom,” whose daughter is overweight. In my teens, I was 15 pounds overweight, and my mother harped on my eating constantly. But I showed her! By the time I was 67, I was 200 pounds overweight. I had high blood pressure, high cholesterol and could barely walk. Sixteen months ago, I had gastric bypass surgery and have lost 162 pounds. My surgeon said, “You are a success story.” Never again can I enjoy the sinfully rich food I used to, but my cholesterol, blood pressure and arthritis are under control. I think of food all day. Not because I want it so badly, but because I have to plan my day around it. My stomach is the size of an egg, but I’m healthier, happier, have a new wardrobe and love it when people say I look fabulous. I will live to see my grandkids marry. — Blessed in California Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@ comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.

(brunch) — Ponoka Air Cadets. See www.cowpatti.com, of contact 403-782-3956, after hours and weekends 403-3046329, or theatre@cowpatti.com. ● Wolf Creek Public Schools Mental Health Symposium 2014 will take place on Oct. 25 at Ecole Secondaire Lacombe Composite High School. Cost is $125. Registration deadline is Oct. 17. See www.wolfcreek.ab.ca and click on the link for details and registration. ● Support art and culture throughout Alberta by taking a position on the board of directors of the Alberta Community Art Clubs Association. There are a number of positions open. Call Grace at 403-347-2045 to participate in the community. ● Alberta Youth Pheasant program will start another year of firearm safety, target shooting, and pheasant hunting for kids. Supplies included; bring your own lunch. For cost and more information call Doug at 403-347-7968 or Kevin at 403346-4641. ● Affirm — a group that provides safe and confidential support to people of all sexual orientation and their families

and friends, from people that have walked this road before as sexual minorities, parents, siblings and friends. They meet once a month in Lacombe. For more information, call Ross at 403-782-3671 or Marg at 403-782-1887. ● Canadian Country Music Legends will be at the Stettler Community Hall on Oct. 24, 7 p.m. sponsored by the Stettler Ag Society. Tickets, $25 in advance or $30 at the door are available by calling 403-742-6288. ● Stettler Christmas Farmers’ Market will be held on Nov. 4, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Stettler Agriplex. To book a table, call 403-742-6288. ● Friends Over 45 is an organization for women who are new to Red Deer or who have experienced lifestyle changes and would like to meet new friends. New members are welcome. For further information phone Shirley at 403-343-7678, or Shirley at 403-346-7160. ● Cystic Fibrosis Canada Central Alberta Chapter meets at Bethany Care CollegeSide on various dates. Phone 403347-5075 for details.

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Petition seeks to make it illegal to refuse to hire based on tattoos An Edmonton woman is advocating for Ottawa and Canadian employers to make it illegal to discriminate against potential employees because of body modifications like piercings, tattoos and hair colour. Kendra Behringer has collected nearly 1,200 signatures for her online petition posted on Change.org, but hopes to amass at least 3,000. “Discrimination laws officially protect those of a certain race, religion, age, gender, marital status, family relation, and

more recently sexuality has been added to that list. Let’s add physical appearance to that list, including piercings, tattoos, and hair choice with the exception of threat to health and safety,” reads the closing paragraph of the petition. Behringer, 24, has several visible piercings. “We have freedom of expression in this country, but not in the job industry,” said Behringer. “The reason for that is it’s different than attire where you can just change your clothes. You can’t just change the colour of your hair and then change it back when you come home from work. And you take out your piercings, they close up throughout the day.”

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CITY PAYS PREMIUM TO HAVE GREEN ELECTRICITY PUT INTO GRID BY CRYSTAL RHYNO ADVOCATE STAFF Greening Red Deer’s power increases the city’s electricy bill by $20,700 a year. The total yearly electrical bill rings in at about $5.5 million, based on 47,368 megawatt hours (MWh). The city has purchased green electricity since as early as 2009 as a way to offset its corporate usage of natural gas and coal-generated power. Buying “green power” simply means that for every kilowatt hour taken off the grid, one kilowatt of green power is put back into the grid.

Whether power is produced through conventional or green options such as wind or solar power, it is all mixed together on one set of power lines. Increasing the usage and promoting the awareness of renewable energy sources is one of the goals outlined in the city’s Environmental Master Plan. In 2009, 15 per cent of the city’s corporate power was generated by green sources. Next year, city officials hope that number will climb to 25 per cent. Recently, the city entered into an agreement with Bow Valley Power to purchase 11,842,000 kilowatt hours of EcoLogo certified green power to offset usage in 2014. Charlie Bredo, president of Bow

Valley Power, said while some municipalities have been buying green for a number years, there’s still some work to be done. He would like to see more municipalities inform the public about their green purchases and encourage residents to go green, to have a greater impact on the environment. “Coal power in Alberta is the most polluting power in Canada,” said Bredo. “The amount of pollution that we generate in Alberta just in the coal electricity generation rivals that of the pollution in the oilsands. It is unbelievable. Buying green power isn’t as expensive or as difficult as people think. The system is there and it works.”

Bredo said it is important to look at where the power is coming from and how much municipalities are purchasing. Red Deer has taken other green initiatives, including installing solar panels at the Civic Yards in the Odgen Industrial Park and using energy-efficient bulbs in its traffic lights. At Tuesday’s meeting, city council will receive its annual update on the Environmental Master Plan’s progress. Adopted in 2011, the plan sets out goals and strategies for reaching the targets. The areas of focus are: water, ecology, transportation, built environment, air, energy and waste. crhyno@reddeeradvocate.com

REPLICA OF SHROUD An official replica of the Shroud of Turin is on display at the St. Vladimir Ukrainian Catholic Church in Red Deer, at 3932 46th St. Church members Josie Heighton and Olga Kolasa are shown examining the shroud. The shroud, owned by the Edmonton Eparchy, will be open for viewing by the public through October. The Shroud of Turin is a 4.25-metrelong rectangle of cloth bearing the image of a man who appears to have been crucified. Many people believe it is the burial shroud of Jesus Christ. The public can view the shroud on Tuesday evening from 6 to 9 p.m., Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 3 p.m. Photo by JEFF STOKOE/ Advocate staff

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Taxi service ready to hit road after recruitment The launch of a new taxi service in Innisfail was delayed after hitting a small bump in the road — but things are back on track and it could be operating in the next few days. Associated Cab owner Daryl Frenette had hoped to start the service on Sept. 1, but the company seemed to be having a problem finding drivers. However, the problem was rooted in a community advertisement that didn’t have contact information. Once that was fixed, four drivers were soon hired, said Frenette. The four were in Innisfail on Tuesday getting their taxi licences. The Innisfail fleet includes two sedans, a van and a handi-van. The cars are silver with blue writing on them, as opposed to the company’s cars in Red Deer that are white with blue writing. A special direct phone line at Associated Cabs in Red Deer is dedicated to Innisfail calls. They will be dispatched with the computer system used in Red Deer. Frenette said on Wednesday that he was aiming to have service running by Friday. He believes there will be a good

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steady business in Innisfail for a few drivers to make a decent living. Before he decided to offer the Innisfail service, he did an informal survey and found prices mostly similar to Red Deer, and the taxi rates in Innisfail will be the same. Drivers have to make a decent wage or there won’t be any drivers, said Frenette. He said that drivers, while not “living in the lap of luxury,” do support families and buy houses. Frenette said he has two more drivers who may be interested in Innisfail. Of the four drivers, one lives in Penhold, two are moving to Innisfail, and the fourth is considering it. Taxi drivers are scrutinized and must pass a police background check. Frenette said he needed four drivers before starting the service to be able to offer “24/7, 365 day” service. Innisfail has a new taxi bylaw that allows one taxi for every 1,000 residents — or eight vehicles with the town’s current population. Like the taxis in Red Deer, the new Innisfail taxis are equipped with interior cameras, said Frenette.

The anatomy of a drug dealing operation and the police surveillance of it was broken down over the testimony of four Red Deer RCMP members. Police had been conducting an extensive drug investigation centered around a residence in Johnstone in Red Deer. Sgt. Geoff Greenwood testified that members were conducting static surveillance on 1214-31 Jameson Dr. in Red Deer, a residence they believed to be occupied by drug dealers. Greenwood testified to observing photos and being briefed by other members indicating drug transactions had occurred. Information gathered from the surveillance and from confidential informants led police to arrest who they believe to be the suppliers of this drug operation. Ahmed Nur, 31, is charged with possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking. He is on trial in Red Deer Court of Queen’s Bench before Justice Charlene Anderson on these charges. On the stand on Wednesday, Cpl. Lorne Doktor testified to being involved in both the July 8 and 12, 2011 surveillances of the Jameson Drive residence. He said he saw on several occasions, people pull their vehicles up to the mailboxes at the townhouse complex and observing a man exit the residence at 1214-31 Jameson Dr. and walk over to the vehicles parked at the mailboxes. It was there that Doktor and other officers on surveillance observed drug transactions – referred to as hand-tohands. The trial is currently in a voir dire, a

trial within the main trial to determine if certain evidence is admissible. At issue is whether or not police had established the proper grounds to apprehend Nur. Photographs were taken documenting the exchanges and Greenwood – who had been on leave up until July 12, 2011 – relied on the photographs and the evidence from his colleagues to build grounds for an arrest. In addition to the comings and goings of people buying drugs from the residence, Greenwood said he was briefed of the periodic but regular appearances of two men at the residence. Police believe they came to re-supply the residence with drugs. Through a confidential informant, police believed the supplier of the drugs to the residence were men known as Jason and O.J. The target the investigation was the supplier of the drugs to the dealers, not just the dealers themselves. Greenwood said they believed Jason and O.J. were linked to an older GMC truck. They had seen the truck at the residence several times, but had not followed it thoroughly to avoid blowing their surveillance. On July 12, 2011 Greenwood joined surveillance and picked up the truck beyond where officers had typically seen it. They had located it at a residence at 259 Jordan Parkway, later that day a search warrant was obtained for that residence and cocaine and crack cocaine was found there. Greenwood and other members of surveillance team followed the truck as it left Red Deer on July 12, 2011 heading towards Edmonton.

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Man faces charges after luring allegation Red Deer RCMP have charged a Calgary man after he contacted a 14-year-old Red Deer girl for sexual purposes online. Police received a report from a caregiver regarding concerns about online communication between a Red Deer minor and the Calgary man on Oct. 5. Police launched an immediate investigation. William Joseph Cody Ryan (aka Cody Ryan) was arrested in Calgary on Tuesday. Ryan is charged under the Criminal Code 172.1(2)(a) with luring a child over the Internet for sexual purposes. He is in custody and was to appear on Wednesday in Red Deer provincial court.

Hospital parkade project to begin next week Construction of Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre’s new parkade is expected to begin next week. Kerry Bales, chief zone officer for Alberta Health Services’ central zone, has

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An artist’s rendering of the new parkade at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre. Work will begin next week on the structure, which will increase parking spaces to 2,003 from 1,215. confirmed that the tendering process for the $44-million project is complete and preliminary work should be underway by Oct. 16. He said the site on the southeast corner of the hospital’s 3942 50A Ave. property will be fenced off in preparation for construction activity. The five-storey parkade is expected to take about one year to complete, said Bales. With a footprint covering approximately 88,260 square feet and a gross floor area of about 441,320 square feet, the parkade will boost hospital parking to 2,003 stalls from the current 1,215. It will be engineered so that two additional levels could be added in the future. Alberta Health Services has arranged for temporary off-site parking during construction. The project is being debtfinanced, with its cost to be recouped from future parking revenues.

a stolen vehicle and hitting a woman, whose leg had to be amputated as a result of the injuries she suffered. William Joseph Cameron, 20, faces charges including dangerous driving causing bodily harm, dangerous driving while evading a peace officer, disqualified driving, impaired driving causing bodily harm, being over 0.08 mg of alcohol causing bodily harm, failing to remain at the scene of a collision and being in possession of a vehicle obtained by crime valued at more than $5,000. The Crown elected to proceed on the charges by indictment, which entails a higher penalty if the accused is convicted. Cameron has applied to the Alberta Legal Aid Society and will be appointed a lawyer. He remains in custody and has not had a bail hearing. He will next appear in Red Deer provincial court on Oct. 14.

Ponoka house fire leaves three people homeless

Unattended cooking caused fire in Sunnybrook house

Three people have been left homeless after their Ponoka area farm house caught fire on Oct. 2. Ponoka fire Chief Ted Dillon said fire crews responded to a report of a fire about 8:10 p.m. at a farm house southeast of the town’s firehall. Dillon said the three residents were home at the time of the fire and escaped without injuries. He did not have a damage estimate but he said the house is not repairable. The cause has not been determined but it is believed it started in the basement.

The house fire in Sunnybrook that displaced four people on Tuesday started because of unattended cooking, Red Deer Emergency Services has determined. An estimated $20,000 in damage occurred at the home at 9 Spencer St. A man, 34, and a woman, 32, safely made their way out of the house. But the man did first try and extinguish the fire with a fire extinguisher. He suffered minor injuries. The smoke alarm was not working at the time because the battery was removed days earlier when they had been chirping, signalling a low battery. The family did not have insurance. “Considering this was an unattended cooking incident and there was a dysfunctional smoke alarm, this house fire could have been much more devastating,” said fire preven-

Lacombe man faces charges in crash that hurt woman New information was sworn in the case against a Lacombe man accused of drunk driving

tion officer Tim Kivell. Working smoke detectors cut the risk of death in a house fire by half. The Canadian Red Cross Disaster Assistance Team is now assisting the four residents of the home, including two children. They are providing emergency food and accommodation to the family. The assistance is provided at no charge to those in need, and is provided for 72 hours as needed to those affected by personal disaster.

Speed limit raised on county road near city Speed limits have been boosted on a recently upgraded Red Deer County road south of Red Deer. Well-used Township Road 273, which turns into 40th Avenue in the city, will now have a maximum speed of 90 km/h, up from 80 km/h. The six-km stretch of paved road links Delburne Road (19th Street) and Hwy 42 to the south. Engineers recommended against boosting the speed limit to 100 km/h, as it is on some other county roads, because of the route’s short distance, construction standards and the number of access points. County council approved the change on Tuesday.

FCC gathers food, cash in cross-country campaign The FCC Drive Away Hunger tractor-trailer will be coming to Red Deer, Blackfalds and Lacombe next week to collect cash and food donations for food banks across the country. The Farm Credit Canada effort aims to collect three million pounds of food to mark the 11th anniversary of the program. (Since 2004, the FCC has given food banks more than 17 million pounds

Wife denies bribing juror in husband’s trial SAYS SHE GAVE HER SUICIDE NOTE BY THE CANADIAN PRESS CALGARY — The wife of a Calgary psychiatrist convicted of sexually assaulting his court-appointed patients is denying she tried to bribe a juror. Erica Levin, 70, took the stand at her trial Tuesday and said the envelope she gave to the juror on a transit platform near the courthouse did not contain money, but a suicide note. Levin said she had gone to the transit station with the intent to throw herself in front of a train, but decided not to kill herself that day when she realized she needed to take care of her cat. Levin sobbed as she testified that her husband’s trial was not fair and that gross inconsistencies in the trial added to her depression. Court has seen video of Levin approaching a female juror at the train platform and giving her a note. The juror has testified the accused offered her $1,000 if she found Levin’s husband, Aubrey Levin, not guilty. During cross-examination, the Crown pointed out that Erica Levin had other opportunities to kill herself if she wanted to and accused her of lying. Her husband was convicted in January 2013 of three counts of sexual assault against male patients and sentenced to five years in prison. The juror was excused from the doctor’s trial after she came forward with her allegations. Aubrey Levin asked for a reduction in his sentence, but it was upheld by the Alberta Court of Appeal in June. The original allegations against Levin came to light in 2010 after one of his patients came forward with secret videos he had recorded during sessions with the psychiatrist. The patient was on probation at the time the videos were taken and had been ordered by a court to see Levin twice a month. The man said he had told authorities about previous assaults and no one believed him, so he bought a spy camera and brought it to his appointments. Levin, who immigrated to Canada from South Africa, was frequently used by the courts to assess people and provide expert opinions at hearings.

He served briefly as director for the Regional Psychiatric Centre in Saskatoon and was licensed in 1998 to practise psychiatry in Alberta. Levin is no stranger to controversy over his work. He faced heated accusations about his time as a military psychiatrist during apartheid in South Africa, where he earned his degree in 1963. In the 1970s, he was a psychiatrist at a military hospital where aversion therapy through electric shocks was allegedly used in an attempt to change the sexuality of gay soldiers. Levin is mentioned in a report that aimed to shed light on abuses of gays and lesbians in the military by health workers.

of food.) The big vehicle will be collecting donations at the Deer Park Co-op store in Red Deer at noon on Tuesday, Oct. 14, and at the Red Deer Food Bank at 3:30 p.m. Various school stops are also on the tour. On Wednesday, Oct. 15, the tractor-trailer will be in Blackfalds at the Iron Ridge Junior Campus at 12:45 p.m., and then at the Central Alberta Christian High School in Lacombe at 1:30 p.m. For a more information about the program, visit www. fccdriveawayhunger.ca.

Barrel racers raise funds for Lung Association Central Alberta barrel racers raised $6,500 for lung health research while honouring a beloved rodeo volunteer. Lyle Norn, a volunteer at the Ponoka rodeo grounds, died in February as a result of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. His family and friends organized the Lyle Norn Memorial Barrel Race Series in order to remember Norn and to raise funds for the Lung Association — Alberta and N.W.T. The group raised money through door prizes and concession sales for six straight Wednesdays at the races starting in May. Since 1939, the Lung Association has raised money for research, prevention and to support programs.

Correction In Wednesday’s business section, the first line of a story about the Red Deer and District Chamber of Commerce was cut off. The full text should have been: Three policy resolutions from the Red Deer and District Chamber of Commerce have been adopted by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce.

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TRIAL: Grounds for arrest When the truck stopped at the end of a cul-de-sac in Edmonton, the surveillance team surrounded the truck and arrested the occupants, including Nur. Greenwood testified that he believed they had grounds for the arrest because he had seen pictures and heard officer observations that were consistent with a drug dealing operation, in his experience. The trial resumes Thursday with more testimony from police officers involved in the surveillance, execution of search warrants and arrests. mcrawford@reddeeradvocate.com

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A stash of stolen vehicles and trailers discovered near Blackfalds earlier this week has RCMP looking for suspects. Cpl. Barry Larocque said on Wednesday that people had used the location — a field just east of Blackfalds and Hwy 2A and Hwy 597 — as a starting point for an outdoor activity on Monday. When they returned to their vehicle, it had been broken into. Blackfalds RCMP were called to attend a possible mischief and stolen property incident. “While responding to that, (officers) saw a bunch of vehicles and trailers parked there that looked suspicious so they started running plates and VIN numbers ... and they were found to be stolen,” said Larocque. Police seized three trucks and three cargo trailers. One of the trucks had been stolen from Red Deer within the last week or so, and one of the trailers was stolen in August. “Now we’re following up on who might have been in possession and who dropped them there.” The owner of the property rents out space on the land informally to people to store vehicles and other property. The landowner is not a suspect, said Larocque. “We have no suspects but we’re continuing to work on it.”

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Missing pheasant season If only I was able to do the roughground walking involved in hunting wild pheasants, I’d be sleepless at the prospects of a vintage pheasant season starting Oct. 15 in the best of Alberta’s upland bird country. Rick Martin, wildlife projects manager for the Eastern Irrigation District at Brooks, tells me that brood counts on key upland species are the best since 2008: pheasants BOB up 25 per cent SCAMMELL from last year, Hungarian partridge, up 46 per cent, and sharp tail grouse up an amazing and unexplainable 145 per cent. Pronghorn hunters are reporting huge coveys of sharp tails. All that sounds so good that, even not being able to walk, if I still had a Brittany spaniel, I’d take him down to the Brooks area anyway, and turn him loose to hunt with the other guys and their dogs while I blocked ditches sitting in my walker waiting for the sound of silence, as in the Simon and Garfunkel lyrics. For me, the sudden, brooding sound of silence that precedes and foretells a mass flush of wild pheasants is what I am missing most among my outdoors memories. It is akin to the sudden certainty that you are going to see your deer just before you do. The sound of silence is another one of the magic outdoors miracles that I have experienced maybe two dozen times in the 60 years I hunted the birds. Many times it happens when you’re blocking a ditch down which hunters and dogs are driving running pheasants toward you. When the first dog arrived to where I was seated in my walker at a ditch end two seasons ago, there was an explosion of a dozen and a half pheasants rising high above the brush, then roaring off in all directions. That they were all protected hens did not detract from the excitement. My first mass pheasant flush was more than 60 years ago when I was 15. There had been an early October storm and three vehicles of us and our dogs were cruising in convoy, listening to the World Series and mostly avoiding getting out. In the Antelope Creek area south west of Brooks, we arrived at an isolated tule (bulrush) patch of five acres or so. No noise, no talking, no slamming of vehicle doors, we got out in the falling snow and ice fog and surrounded the patch. It was the densest, most portentous sound of silence I can recall. Our Labrador, Clancy of Avondale, aka Buster, tiptoed one step into the tules and the patch blew up with pheasants like a fireworks flower pot. The fog and snow white-out turned all the birds into black silhouettes, but we got half a dozen roosters or so from the ones that blew that cover and broke the silence with their defiant cackling. Years after that, first thing on opening morning, I pulled up with my crew at my small farm near Brooks. There was already a rig-load of hunters and dogs there, preparing to set out. They claimed a neighbour had given them permission, but couldn’t remember either his name or precisely where he lived. Despite their dismal performance, I still had to prove I was the owner with the County of Newell landowner map and my driver’s licence before I could flush the trespassers. Then the owner set out to hunt his own land on opening morning with his guests and their dogs. Up ahead was a 50-by-50-foot morass of shoulder high reed canary grass on the north bank of an overgrown old stock pond. The low rising sun lit several dogs, all pointing the reed canary grass and the sudden sound of silence was heard. One of the owners stepped

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Above left: Sharp tail grouse numbers are up sharply this season. Above right: Pointing the tules. Below: Classic sudden silence scene isolated acres of bulrushes, plus willows and cottonwoods.

ahead of his dog to flush a bird or two and the thick grass erupted like a volcano spewing at least two dozen pheasants. I know we got nary a bird. I’m not even sure if anyone even got a shot off, so seriously were we all suffering sun burn to the roofs of our gaping mouths. Just a few seasons ago, my best-ever Brittany, Red, pointed a 10-by-10-metre jungle of sweet clover on the bank of a creek flowing into the Red Deer River. Suddenly came the sound of silence

as I crooned “steady … steady” and stepped ahead of the dog and into the clover. This was the largest mass flush of my experience: at least 50 pheasants flapping and cackling madly off in all directions, and again not a feather fell to many hasty, nervous shots. Several seasons later, my longtime hunting buddy, Dr. Jake Reimer and I got a déjà vu when my last Brittany, Beau, pointed that same sweet clover patch. Jake stepped in to flush …

just one bird, a rooster, Beau’s first, which we both shot. When the farm was sold, I did my last hunt on it with Don Hayden. Beau pointed that same reed canary grass morass and Don and I scratched down the one rooster that flushed — my last, ever. There was no sound of silence either time. Bob Scammell is an award-winning columnist who lives in Red Deer. He can be reached at bscam@telusplanet.net.

Important to do your research on soil Thinking of purchasing soil or compost for the garden? As with any long-lasting purchase, it pays to take time to do research and ask questions. Once soil is delivered, it is just about impossible to return. Bulk soil is usually sold by the cubic yard. Cost between sellers, composition of the soil and delivery charge will vary. Ideally, everyone who LINDA sells soil has TOMLINSON sent samples to a lab to test for nutrients as well as for residual chemicals and heavy metals. Landscaping companies and garden centres are more likely to do testing as opposed to trucking companies that sell soil as a sideline. Always go look at the soil before

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making a purchase. Avoid soil that is in an area covered with weeds as the seeds are likely to be in the soil. Dig in the soil in a number of places to check to see that the soil is free of rocks, wood chunks, strips of clay and garbage. Inquire where the soil originated and how long it has been sitting at that location. The longer it sits, the less likely that there are residual chemicals in the soil. If the soil has not been tested, ask what was growing in the soil before it was removed. Crops that are seeded yearly are less likely to be sprayed with a residual pesticide. Compost, which includes well-rotted manure, is commonly seen in small bags but is also available by the cubic yard or truck load. In areas where disposal of manure is a problem, companies collect the manure and compost it in long windrows. It gets turned frequently completing the composting process in less than a season. The original piles of organic material shrink in bulk leaving a concentrated residue. Companies that compost over 100

tonnes a year must meet provincial environmental regulations, which includes testing for trace chemicals, pathogens, stability, maturity and garbage. There are no regulations placed on people that compost less than 100 tonnes a year. Follow the same rules when purchasing compost as with top soil; look before purchasing. A well-composted product should be consistent in shape and texture. It should not contain lumps, twigs, garbage or recognizable bits. When purchasing compost from a smaller producer, ask what went into the compost. Were the plants composted sprayed with chemicals? If so, which chemicals were used? Do not be surprised if the answer is “I don’t know.” Hay is purchased to keep animals healthy. Manure that can be composted is a byproduct. Manure makes great compost but there can be problems depending on what the animals ate. Chemicals such as aminopyralid and picloram are registered to kill broadleaf weeds in a hayfield but not for human food.

Animals can eat the sprayed crop and not be affected as the chemicals are water soluble not fat soluble. When hay is treated with these chemicals, the chemicals pass through animals and become part of the manure. If the animals are fed a diet of sprayed hay, the amount of chemicals in the manure pile can be strong enough to inhibit or distort plant growth. If a herbicide is a problem, the tomatoes and potatoes are likely to be misshapen. Know that too much manure or compost will also cause problems. Symptoms of over fertilization can include: yellowing and wilting of bottom leaves, brown margins and tips on leaves, rotting roots, slow growth, seedlings germinating but never growing and sudden death of plants. Take care and do due diligence when adding materials to the garden as the soil is the most important part of the garden. If in doubt, take soil samples and have them tested. Linda Tomlinson is a horticulturalist who lives by Rocky Mountain House. She can be reached at your_garden@hotmail. com.

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Where there’s smoke RED BOAR SMOKERY SET TO OPEN NEXT MONTH WITH A THOUSAND POUND SMOKER BY HARLEY RICHARDS ADVOCATE BUSINESS EDITOR The activities of teenage boys are many and varied, but Dylan Cave pushed the boundaries with one of his youthful pursuits. The self-described “carnivore” developed an early affinity for barbecuing, especially the woodsmoked variety. After experimenting with charcoal and wood chips on a propane barbecue — with delicious results — he jumped into the barbecue big leagues. “I bought my first competition-style smoker when I was 16.” Now 23, the Red Deer resident was treating a buddy to a barbecue meal a year ago when the friend suggested Cave open a restaurant. When he resisted, the friend persisted and pledged to help finance the venture. “I started looking for locations right away,” said Cave, who settled on the site of the former Wai’s Restaurant and Thai Gardens Restaurant at No. 104, 4916 Ross St. His financier friend came on board as a partner, as did Sean Draper and Kyle Depta — whom Cave worked with at The Vat Pub. On Tuesday, the group took possession of a thousand-pound (450-kg) wood smoker from Tennessee. “It’s an amazing unit,” said Cave, who describes the rotisserie cooker as his “pride and joy.” The premises around it are currently being renovated, with the restaurant — slated to be called the Red Boar Smokery — expected to open next month. It’ll have seating for about 40, with the partners also anticipating a brisk take-out business. Beef, pork and poultry will be on the menu said Cave, as will seasonal selections like farmed elk and game meats. “We’re thinking about doing a soy chicken as a veggie alternative,” he added. Draper acknowledged that he and Depta normally favour vegetarian foods, but their appetite for smoked meats keeps them from going entirely green. “This is just exquisite,” he said. Food preparation will be time-consuming, with

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Dylan Cave, one of the partners behind the Red Boar Smokery, which is expected to open downtown next month, checks out the restaurant’s wood smoker after it arrived form Tennessee on Tuesday. a 10-pound brisket requiring about 16 hours in the smoker, said Cave. “We’ll be using two different types of wood: hickory and applewood. “The hickory wood is really great for beef; it’s got a really intense smoke to it. The applewood is a more tame wood and it’s more for pork.” The Red Boar Smokery will be a family restaurant, but it’ll also be licensed. “Beer and barbecue go hand-in-hand,” explained Cave. He said potential downtown customers are already asking about catering services. The Red Boar Smokery’s menu will include beef

and pork ribs, as well as a variety of side dishes. “We’re going to have some great salad options,” said Cave. He’s optimistic Central Albertans will welcome southern-style barbecue, noting how it’s quickly gaining popularity in Canada. “It’s huge in Calgary,” said Cave, describing how barbecue competitions are held there — something he’d like to see happen in Red Deer as well. Earlier this week, Woody’s Bar-B-Q — part of a franchised restaurant chain that originated in Jacksonville, Fla. — opened in the Quality Inn North Hill at 7150 Gaetz Ave. hrichards@reddeeradvocate.com

September a strong month for housing starts BY ADVOCATE STAFF September was a prolific month for multi-unit home construction in Red Deer, based on the latest report from Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. The national housing agency said on Wednesday that work began on 93 units in multi-family projects during the month, up from eight in August and 18 in September 2013. Meanwhile, starts on single-detached houses last month numbered 23, as compared with 35 in August and 29 a year ago. On the strength of the multi-unit numbers, total housing starts in Red Deer in September were 116, up 170 per cent from the 43 in August and 147 per cent from the 47 starts 12 months earlier. Three-quarters of the way through 2014, housing starts in Red Deer had reached 680, with 280 of these single-detached projects and 400 units in multi-family buildings. That tally was a 20 per cent improvement over the figure to the same point in 2013, when there had been 294 starts on single-detached houses and 272 on multi-family homes for a total of 566. Elsewhere in Central Alberta, housing starts in Sylvan Lake during the January-to-September period this year reached 177, with 92 of these singledetached homes and 85 multi-family. That compares with 186 at the nine-month point of last year, when

there had been 97 single-detached and 89 multifamily starts. Lacombe recorded 49 starts during this same period, including 30 single-detached and 19 multi-family projects. That figure was down from the same nine months in 2013, when there were 75 starts: 56 singledetached and 19-multi-family. Among Alberta’s seven largest urban centres, total housing starts were up this year in all but the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. Canadawide, the pace of housing starts picked up slightly in September as work began on more multiunit dwellings, including condominiums, said CMHC. It calculated that there were 17,343 actual starts in September, which if extrapolated over 12 months, would produce a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 197,343 starts — up from 196,283 in August. CMHC’s six-month moving average increased to 197,747 units in September, compared with 191,095 in August. “The increase in the trend reflects stronger starts activity since April, largely concentrated in multiunit dwellings including condominiums,” CMHC chief economist Bob Dugan said in a statement. “However, the currently elevated level of condominium units under construction supports our view that condominium starts should trend lower over the coming months.” The housing starts data followed a report Tues-

day by Statistics Canada that the value of building permits issued by municipalities plunged 27.3 per cent in August, far more than the 12.5 per cent drop that economists had expected, according to Thomson Reuters. BMO Capital Markets senior economist Robert Kavcic noted that Canadian housing starts appears to have hit a ceiling at the 200,000 level. “This will let policy-makers breathe easier, and suggests that overall building activity in Canada remains within the range required to satisfy demographic demand,” Kavcic wrote in a note to clients. However, he noted that there are plenty of regional differences. Alberta remains hot, noted Kavcic, while Manitoba and Saskatchewan appear to be cooling and Atlantic Canada remains cool. CMHC said the seasonally adjusted annual rate of urban starts in September decreased in British Columbia and Atlantic Canada and increased in Quebec, Ontario and the Prairies. The housing market has been closely watched by policy-makers and economists for signs weakness with household debt cited as a key risk to the financial system and the economy. Ottawa has moved four times since 2008 to tighten mortgage lending rules in an effort to keep spending under control. With files from The Canadian Press.

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Red Deer County calls for more monitoring on livestock feed BY ADVOCATE STAFF

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The future home of Red Deer’s Dance Magic Studio School of Music and Dance takes shape at 6731 52nd Ave. The 6,000-square-foot studio, which is expected to be ready in January, will replace the business’s Heritage Plaza premises. Dance Magic will continue to offer classes at the Collicutt Centre, and will expand its music program to include banjo and ukulele, and its dance program to include acrobatic dance. The business, which is owned by Christine Slaymaker, has been operating for 26 years and has more than 1,300 dancers and musicians.

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Red Deer County has thrown its support behind a call for increased provincial monitoring for a toxin found in livestock feed. Ergot is a difficult-to-detect toxin that is increasingly getting in cereal grains and processed livestock feed. It is a plant disease caused by a fungus that affects a wide range of popular livestock feeds. Limits have been set on the amount of ergot that can be present in feed, but there have been some incidents of cattle poisoning that suggest limits are too high. Symptoms of ergot poisoning include lameness, excitability, belligerence, loss of appetite, pneumonia, weight loss, hair loss, foot rot and hoof sluffing. The use of ergot feed is not regulated and the Alberta ag service boards are asking the province to put regulations in place to monitor concentrations until acceptable safe levels have been determined. Coun. Philip Massier, who raises cattle, said a producer in the County of Stettler had cattle poisoned by ergot in feed. Livestock producers want the research done and standards set to ensure feed supplies are safe. “We don’t want to set a level. We want the science to set that level.” The Central Region Ag Service Board has backed the resolution.

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Diversified and Industrials Agrium Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . 96.08 ATCO Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . 45.46 BCE Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.14 BlackBerry . . . . . . . . . . . 10.25 Bomardier . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.60 Bookfield. . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.91 Cdn. National Railway . . 75.80 Cdn. Pacific Railway. . . 230.91 Cdn. Utilities . . . . . . . . . . 39.33 Capital Power Corp . . . . 27.12 Cervus Equipment Corp 18.61 Dow Chemical . . . . . . . . 50.00 Enbridge Inc. . . . . . . . . . 51.57 Finning Intl. Inc. . . . . . . . 28.77 Fortis Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 35.23 General Motors Co. . . . . 32.18 Parkland Fuel Corp. . . . . 20.95 Sirius XM . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.01 SNC Lavalin Group. . . . . 51.09 Stantec Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 72.12 Telus Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . 39.10 Transalta Corp.. . . . . . . . 11.53 Transcanada. . . . . . . . . . 55.80 Consumer Canadian Tire . . . . . . . . 117.08 Gamehost . . . . . . . . . . . 15.369 Leon’s Furniture . . . . . . . 13.59 Loblaw Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . 56.10 MARKETS CLOSE TORONTO — The Toronto stock market closed higher Wednesday as traders were reassured about the pace of interest rate hikes in the U.S. The resource-heavy S&P/ TSX composite index was well off session lows, erasing a 137-point deficit to gain 90.02 points to 14,666.47. The Canadian dollar gained 0.54 of a cent to 90.06 cents US. U.S. markets ran up sharply and the greenback weakened as the minutes from the latest Federal Reserve meeting showed that central bank officials agreed that they would begin raising interest rates only when measures of the economy’s health and inflation signalled the time was right. The minutes of last month’s meeting also showed that they have moved away from linking any rate change to any specific period. The Dow Jones industrials jumped 274.83 points to 16,994.22, while the S&P 500 index rose 33.79 points to 1,968.89. Both were the biggest one-day gains for the indexes this year. The Nasdaq was ahead 83.39 points to 4,468.59. Many analysts have expected the Fed to hike rates mid-2015, but a steady stream of positive U.S. data had persuaded some that it could push rates up even earlier. Adding to uncertainty about Fed intentions has been economic weakness in many areas outside of the U.S. “We see little here to challenge our expectation that with the U.S. economy likely to continue to grow at an above-potential pace, the Fed will be in position to start the process toward policy normalization in the middle of next year with the first hike in the Fed funds target likely to be announced in June 2015,” said Royal Bank assistant chief economist Dawn Desjardins. On the TSX, gains were held back by the energy sector, losing

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Exxon Mobil . . . . . . . . . . 94.61 Halliburton Co. . . . . . . . . 60.41 High Arctic . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.53 Husky Energy . . . . . . . . . 28.27 Imperial Oil . . . . . . . . . . . 51.40 Pengrowth Energy . . . . . . 5.02 Penn West Energy . . . . . . 6.21 Pinecrest Energy Inc. . . . 0.055 Precision Drilling Corp . . 10.87 Suncor Energy . . . . . . . . 38.24 Talisman Energy . . . . . . . . 8.57 Trican Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . 11.88 Trinidad Energy . . . . . . . . 7.85 Vermilion Energy . . . . . . 62.33 Financials Bank of Montreal . . . . . . 82.67 Bank of N.S. . . . . . . . . . . 69.15 CIBC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101.10 Cdn. Western . . . . . . . . . 39.62 Carfinco . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.32 Great West Life. . . . . . . . 31.28 IGM Financial . . . . . . . . . 44.86 Intact Financial Corp. . . . 74.06 Manulife Corp. . . . . . . . . 21.32 National Bank . . . . . . . . . 51.63 Rifco Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.80 Royal Bank . . . . . . . . . . . 80.99 Sun Life Fin. Inc.. . . . . . . 39.94 TD Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54.12 Nasdaq — 4,468.59, up 83.39 points Currencies at close: Cdn — 90.06 cents US, up 0.54 of a cent Pound — C$1.7955, down 0.24 of a cent Euro — C$1.4148, up 0.02 of a cent Euro — US$1.2741, up 0.78 of a cent Oil futures: US$87.31 per barrel, down $1.54 (November contract) Gold futures: US$1,206.00 per oz., down $6.40 (December contract) Canadian Fine Silver Handy and Harman: $19.852 oz., down 2.6 cents $638.24 kg., down 84 cents ICE FUTURES CANADA WINNIPEG — ICE Futures Canada closing prices: Canola: Nov. ’14 $6.60 lower $406.30; Jan ’15 $6.50 lower $412.70; March ’15 $6.30 lower $419.70; May ’15 $6.40 lower $425.20; July ’15 $6.40 higher $429.20; Nov ’15 $7.20 lower $433.60; Jan. ’16 $7.20 lower $437.60; March ’16 $7.20 lower $441.50; May ’16 $7.20 lower $441.50; July ’16 $7.20 lower $441.50; Nov. ’16 $7.20 lower $441.50. Barley (Western): Oct. ’14 $1.00 lower 115.50; Dec. ’14 $1.00 lower $117.50; March ’15 unchanged $120.50; May ’15 unchanged $120.50; July ’15 unchanged $120.50; Oct. ’15 unchanged $120.50; Dec. ’15 unchanged $120.50; March ’16 unchanged $120.50; May ’16 unchanged $120.50; July ’16 unchanged $120.50; Oct. ’16 unchanged $120.50. Wednesday’s estimated volume of trade: 606,140 tonnes of canola; 0 tonnes of barley (Western Barley) Total: 606,140.

Fraser Institute: Netflix standoff is chance to open Canadian TV system CRTC TELEVISION POLICY REVIEW whether the information could be kept secret. Netflix also questioned the auVANCOUVER — A new Fraser In- thority of the regulator to impose destitute paper suggests that the recent mands on it, suggesting that the video streaming service did not fall under stand-off between the Broadcasting Netflix and the Act since it is not CRTC provides an ‘CANADIAN CONTENT a conventional opportunity for RULES SHOULD BE broadcaster. the government Globerman ELIMINATED ALONG WITH to dismantle barwrites that it could riers that prevent REQUIREMENTS THAT be up to the courts open competition CABLE AND SATELLITE to decide whether in Canadian telethe Broadcastvision broadcastDISTRIBUTORS CARRY ing Act applies to ing. A PREPONDERANCE OF Netflix but sugA senior fellow that “serious with the Fraser CANADIAN PROGRAMS.’ gests consideration” be Institute, Steven Globerman, says —STEVEN GLOBERMAN given to the option existing regulaSENIOR FELLOW WITH THE FRASER INSTITUTE of of dismantling the existing regutory and legal barlatory and legal riers could be dismantled to relieve conventional broad- arriers to open competition. Globerman writes in his analysis casters, cable and satellite companies for the Fraser Institute that Canada’s of their Canadian content obligations. He also advocates lifting restric- conventional broadcasts “have a letions on foreign ownership of Canadi- gitimate complaint that meeting the an broadcasters to allow for takeovers regulation imposed on them, but not by more efficient businesses and sug- imposed on Internet broadcasters, puts gests that Canadian cultural program- them at a competitive disadvantage, ming requirements should be left to and the asymmetry invites the possibility of inefficient competition.” the CBC-Radio Canada. “The preferred policy option in this The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications is in the final context is to deregulate the convenstages of a major review of its policy tional broadcasting sector,” Globerman writes. framework for the television industry. “In particular, Canadian content Netflix and Google refused to release some information demanded by rules should be eliminated along with the CRTC last month during two weeks requirements that cable and satellite of hearings on the future of television distributors carry a preponderance and the commission responded by say- of Canadian programs. Foreign owning it would remove their presenta- ership restrictions in broadcasting should be eliminated, which would tions from the public record. The regulator had ordered Netflix expose existing broadcast distributors to provide confidential information to the threat of unwanted takeovers by related to its business operations in more efficient foreign companies. “The latter initiative would further Canada, including the number of Canadian subscribers and how much money increase de facto competition in the it spent producing Canadian video con- broadcast industry.” Globerman is a business professor tent. It had also asked Google to spell at Western Washington University in out the amount of content uploaded Bellingham, Wash., about 90 kilomeby Canadian users of its service, by tres south of Vancouver, where the how much it expected its advertising Fraser Institute has its headquarters. The think-tank describes itself as to grow and what advertising revenues an independent, non-partisan policy it generated in Canada. Both Netflix and Google had ap- group but frequently publishes articles peared voluntarily before the commis- that advocate reduced government regsion but said they had concerns about ulation and increased competition. BY THE CANADIAN PRESS

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A sleek and peppy roadster for the people However, the two-door roadster did have everything else on its side. A sleek design, a peppy personality, a brilliant red coat and something that other cars have strived to achieve in their two-door roadsters over the years but have fallen short – longevity. At a quarter century old, the Miata/MX-5 has achieved incredible success. Close to a million of these drop tops have been sold worldwide. The Miata/MX5 holds a Guinness Book

of World Records title of as most successful two-seat convertible roadster in history. Not bad for a car that packs in so many thrills for under $30K. Over the years, the front-engine, rear-wheel drive car continued to encourage the masses to drive topless. Whether through a rag or hardtop, this specimen of automotive manufacturing and design allowed people to feel the proverbial wind in their hair within seconds. I felt it as a kid as my mom was lucky enough to be one of the first Miata owners in BC when they came out in 1989 – a red one, of course – and took me out for rides frequently. Those memories have stayed with me over the decades, though I’ve been able to form my own bond with the car. Not only have we (meaning, the various MX-5s I’ve driven in the last in 11 years) put down thousands of kilometres together, we’ve also been paired up at the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca for the Skip Barber Racing School experience a couple of times. Nostalgia is one popular element of its appeal, but there’s an undeniable fun factor. Whether racing it on a track or just taking it to the grocery store, the first turn you carve in it will rope you in like an infomercial in the wee hours of the night when you can’t sleep. But in the case of the MX-5, you won’t have any buyer’s remorse. Fast-forward through the years and you’re now viewing the fourth generation MX-5. And what better way to welcome the roadster to the stage here in California than via a little band

Room enough to Pilot for the entire family The 2014 Honda Pilot has enough space to get you, your family, and all your gear to the campsite and let’s not forget the family dog! Looks: The 2014 Honda Even though the Pilot is a reliable/ vehicle was last spacious SUV, easy re-designed as long to drive around town ago as 2009, it still fits the market and a real joy to drive today and it has a off-road. unique style to it. In The Cab: Ian Harwood Inside updates and improvements ensure there is plenty of room for eight in this large sport ute. The 60/40 second row and third row bench seats fold flat to give a good surface to transport larger items. Another added improvement is the rear glass that opens independently from the hatch. If you go for the EX-L or Touring edition there is a power lift gate. A 229-watt audio system with seven speakers and a subwoofer is available on the LX 2wd, LX, EX and

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Monterrey, CA. – Looking at the specs, it doesn’t seem too impressive. A 1.6-litre engine, 116 horsepower, 100 lb-ft of torque, a 0-100 km/h time of less than nine seconds, 14-inch tires. Heck, my bicycle has bigger rubbers! Okay, maybe not. But 25 years ago, the Mazda Miata was a product of those numbers. It wasn’t necessarily endowed in the engine department.

called Duran Duran. And through a live satellite stream that was broadcast here, and abroad in Spain and Japan. The reasoning? – Both the English music group and the The Miata/MX5 roadster came into holds a Guinness popularity in the 80s Book of World and continued to succeed and grow Records title of as in status over the most successful decades. Besides, “Rio” is an incredibly two-seat convertible catchy tune to dance roadster in history. to! Alexandra Straub That said the MX-5 has a new, eye-catching look to it. Not many specs have been released though I can tell you this: it’s lower, wider, and sheds 100kg in the making. It also embodies the KODO or “Soul of Motion” design language. This two-seater also comes with sexy character lines from its four corners. Furthermore, up front, you’ll notice its headlights that look like they’re eyeing its prey; unlike the first generation’s pop up/down headlights that were more than welcoming. Like with all-new models of anything legendary, there will be a polarizing reception. Some might think it’s too radical. Some might fall immediately in love with it. And some will wait to drive it to make up their mind. Regardless of the way it looks – which certainly helps its cause – it’s really about how you feel on the road, behind the wheel, and when you tuck it in at night. More details about the MX-5 are scheduled to be released at this year’s Paris Auto Show. Either way, I can’t wait to drive it.

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JOHNSON Albert “Al” Duane Nov. 27, 1961 - Oct. 3, 2014 Albert was a man who loved the outdoors. When he wasn’t taking a phone call, sending e-mails or contemplating a solution to a problem, he liked to unplug and be close to nature. Whether that meant riding his horse, spending hours building goat and sheep pens, or heading out to his cabin where he loved “roughing it” with no power or running water, he was a down to earth country boy who respected the land and enjoyed hunting game on that land. His favourite place to be was at home on the farm, especially in the spring when all of the new baby animals were born into the bustle. He also loved watching football and cheering for the Stamps! Go Stamps Go! Albert was very involved in the community and had a reputation of being a good man, a good leader, and a good friend, sitting as a director on the Bashaw Agricultural Society. Though he looked forward to the day that he could be a full time country boy, he dedicated his life to help thousands of working men and women across the province, both union and non-union alike. To improve their standard of living and working conditions, he was the right man for the job and he put his whole heart into everything he did. Albert was first elected as President of the United Food and Commercial Workers Union, Local 1118 in 1986 and was the longest serving, current, UFCW Canada President in the country. Albert was a mentor, teacher, negotiator, and leader who was well known and respected as someone who would stand up to bullies and would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need. He was especially proud of the work that Local 1118 did to help fight for the rights of thousands of Temporary Foreign Workers by not only seeing they were protected day to day on the job, but also guaranteeing their nomination for residency. A man of simple tastes, he wasn’t much into fashion and flash, but he did love taking his mustang for a cruise with the love of his life, his wife Tammy, whom he met in 2000 and married on August 2, 2003, in San Francisco. He loved his family dearly, was a strong family man and very proud of his children and his grandson. While his job kept him very busy, he cherished all the time that he could spend with his loved ones. He is survived by his wife Tammy (nee Green); daughter Stephanie Jean Johnson (Edmonton); son, Ryan Scott Johnson (Edmonton); step son, Mark James Zirrie (Regina); Devon Curtis Zirrie (Regina); grandson Zachary Christopher Zirrie (Regina); mother, Jean Johnson (Delburne); brother, Doug Johnson (Val) (Red Deer); brother, Sam Johnson (Theresa) (Delburne); sister, Nancy Hughes (Kevin) (Moncton); sister, Terry Davidson (Derek) (Delburne); as well as all of his many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Albert was pre-deceased by his father Franklin (Frank) Johnson. Services will be held at the Harvest Centre in the Marquis Room at Westerner Park, Red Deer, AB on Friday, October 10, 2014 at 3:30 pm. A Celebration of Life to follow the Service at 5:00 pm. Flowers can be sent to Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services, 12 East Lake Way NE, Airdrie, AB by no later than Thursday, October 9 at 4:00 pm or in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Albert’s name to Leukemia Research c/o Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada, Alberta Branch, 110 - 1202 Centre St SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 5A5. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.myalternatives.ca.

BUTLER Edna Jean Passed away peacefully October 3, 2014 at the age of 87 at Michener Extended Care. Born January 9, 1927 in Dronsfield, England. She was predeceased by her husband, John; brother Ken Kyme. Edna is survived by Ken, Jean (Jim); Bill (Joan); Rose Marie; 3 grandchildren; Lindsay (Rob), Chris (Nicola), Trevor (Jenn); 5 great grandchildren, Ruby-Grace, April, Nathan-Jackson. Edna came to Canada at a young age. Her parents homesteaded in the Balmoral District. She enjoyed school days and making life-long friends. Her best memory is riding her horse Queenie, a farmer at heart. Her greatest love was her husband John and she was very proud of her family. She enjoyed gardening, family picnics, cooking, Shady Nook Community suppers and catering garden club events. Thanks to all staff and friends of Michener Extended Care 2100. A special thanks to Dr. Cooper. Memorial Service will be held October 10, 2014 at 11:00 at Eventide Funeral Chapel, 4820 - 45 St. Red Deer. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Michener Extended Care or Breast Cancer Research. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.eventidefuneralchapels.com

PASSAS Allan Constantin Allan Passas of Red Deer passed away at the Red Deer Regional Hospital on Tuesday, September 30, 2014 at the age of 79 years. Allan started his working career on the railroad in Armstrong, BC, and then moved to Red Deer and worked for over 25 years will Allied TV and Appliance. After retirement, he worked at the Arlington Hotel and was a member of the Moose Lodge. He had a great sense of humor. He enjoyed playing pranks on people and sharing jokes. He also had a passion for animal rights. Allan will be lovingly remembered by his sister, Irene Passas, and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Allan’s honor may be made directly to the Red Deer & District S.P.C.A, 4505 77 Street, Red Deer, Alberta, T4P 2J1. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.eventidefuneralchapels.com. Arrangements entrusted to EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPEL 4820 - 45 Street, Red Deer. Phone (403) 347-2222

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ADAMS (Burdinsky) Emma Alma May 31, 1952 - Oct. 6, 2014 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alma Adams. She passed with all her loving family by her side. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband of 47 years Lee, her wonderful sons and their wives; Dave (Keri), Rick (Wanda), Jason (Lori), her precious grandchildren: Jayden, Dani, Brittany, and Taylor Adams, Kelsey, Josh, and Katie Murphy; her loving brothers: Fred Burdinsky, Gerald (Rose) Burdinsky, Larry Burdinsky; and a very special mom (mother-in-law), Doreen Pike. Also survived by are her brothers and sister in-laws; Leonard Adams, Ken Adams, Neil (Joan) Adams, Dwayne (Nancy) Adams, Holly Hollman (Alvin), Janet (Bill) Gilbert, and Les Erickson as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Alma is predeceased by Gordon Pike, Sandy Adams, Betty Anne Erickson, and Vernon Adams. A Celebration of Alma’s life will be held from the Blindman Valley Ag Center, Bentley, AB. on Friday, October 10th, 2014 at 11:00 AM. Cremation entrusted to Wilson’s Crematorium. If friends desire memorial contributions may be made to the Alberta Lung Association, #2, 4342-50 Ave., Red Deer, AB. T4N 3Z6. Condolences may be made by visiting www.wilsonsfuneralchapel.ca WILSON’S FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM serving Central Alberta with locations in Lacombe and Rimbey, in charge of arrangements. Phone: 403.782.3366 or 403.843.3388 “A Caring Family, Caring for Families”

ARMSTRONG Stan June 25, 1931 - Oct. 7, 2014 It is with our deepest sorrows to announce that Stan passed away at the Red Deer Hospice on Tuesday, October 7, 2014 at the age of 83 years. Stan was born in Elnora and proud to be a home grown Albertan. He was predeceased by his parents; Annie and Frank Armstrong, survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Joyce, sister, Lauretta (Jack) Hewitt, brother, Jim (Annie) Armstrong, sons; Allan (Val), Milt (Terri), Dennis (June), nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Stan had several vocations in his life, which included Red Deer Transit, Pine Lake General Store and Turbo Service, and Hydrotestors Canada Ltd. He was also very interested in old trucks and cars, as he loved to participate with the “Red Deer Hotrodders”. Stan will be dearly missed by family, friends, neighbors, and past work associates. A Memorial Service will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #35, 2810 Bremner Avenue, Red Deer, on Saturday, October 11, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Stan’s honour may be made directly to the Red Deer Hospice Society, 99 Arnot Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta, T4R 3S6, or to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.eventidefuneralchapels.com. Arrangements entrusted to EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPEL 4820 - 45 Street, Red Deer. Phone (403) 347-2222

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BERNDT Benjamin Lawrence Berndt, 78, born February 3, 1936, of Penhold AB. died peacefully September 30th, 2014. Ben, son of Otto and Anna (Verigin, Saskatchewan), passed away in Innisfail at the Sunset Manor. He is survived by his two brothers Don and Marcel and sister Diane (Harold) Brookman. He is also survived by his three sons Rob (Roxanne), Brian (Melanie), Dan (Laura) and four grandchildren Brett, Sabrina, Monica and Mya. Ben worked in the Air Force as an Electronics and Communications Technician until his retirement in 1984. Ben was proud to serve 3 terms as mayor for the Town of Penhold proceeded by two terms on council and also donated time to the Red Deer Regional Planning commission. He was the first elected mayor for this small but growing community of Penhold. Ben was an active member and volunteer of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 104 were he received a lifetime membership for his contributions. Ben also committed to the Penhold Seniors Centre construction and management. Ben also loved hockey and if he wasn’t at his grandson’s games he could be found volunteering in timekeepers box for the Penhold women’s Junior team the Amazons. Ben loved volunteering because it provided him the opportunity to be around people and socialize as well as give back to communities that supported him so well throughout his life. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 11th 2014 at 11:00 am at the Innisfail Legion. Donations can be made in his honor to the Innisfail Legion Branch 104. HEARTLAND FUNERAL SERVICES LTD., INNISFAIL entrusted with arrangements. 403-227-0006. www.heartlandfuneralservices.com

TUBBS Timothy Roy The family of Timothy Roy Tubbs would like to announce his passing on Friday, October 3, 2014 at the Red Deer Regional Hospital. All those who have known him are invited to attend his celebration of a life well lived at the Eckville Community Hall, Friday October 10, 2014 at 2:00 pm. Please wear a Flames Jersey or Red in his honour. In lieu of flowers, the family asks to please make a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or S.T.A.R.S in Tim’s name.

BOURNE George 1964 - 2014 Mr. George David Bourne of Red Deer, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2014 at the age of 50 years. George was a graduate of the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology where he studied Biology Sciences, specializing in Environmental Protection. George was a National Construction Safety Officer. In addition, George was a Commercial Chef where he graduated from the Kelsey Institute in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. George was a man of great depth; a deep thinker and philosopher of life and the universe. He enjoyed favorite pastimes such as playing board games like D & D and Lord of the Rings and online games such as poker. George will be lovingly remembered by his brother, sisters, Laurie and Bernice, Mary and Ida. He will also be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews, Christine, Jason, Michael, Connor, Amanda, Christopher and Jeremy; his great nieces and nephew, Colton, Ashton, Denaisha and Jessica, as well as his extended family and friends from the Windsor Hotel and Lower Fairview families including the Grahns, Youngs, Zachs, Leterneaus, Perrins, Jeromes, Douglas’, Jarvises, Wolks, Greens, Bonhams, Tronnes and many others. George was predeceased by his parents, David and Bertha Bourne and a sister, Roslie. Relatives and friends are invited to come and pay their respects at Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer, Alberta on Thursday, October 9, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. A Celebration of George’s Life will be held at The Harvest Centre, Marquis Room, Westerner Park, Red Deer, Alberta on Saturday, October 11, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com Arrangements in care of Gary W. Anderson, Funeral Director at PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040.

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Maternity Leave Position The Classified Department has a one year Maternity leave position available. This is a part time position averaging 3 days / 22.5 hours per week. Monday, Thursday & Friday 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. The person selected will also occasionally be required to work full time for staff holiday relief. This is a Sales Position, responsible for the sale of classified advertising in the Red Deer Advocate and associated community papers, both over the phone and at the front counter. You will provide assistance to customers’ inquiries; as well as close of day balancing procedures, sale of newspapers general customer service duties; as well as any additional tasks assigned.

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THE RUSTY PELICAN is now accepting resumes for an EXPERIENCED BARTENDER. MUST HAVE REFERENCES. Able to work evening shift. Apply within: 2079-50 Ave. 2-4 pm. Mon.-Fri. Fax 403-347-1161 Phone calls WILL NOT be accepted.

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The Tap House Pub & Grill req’s full and part time COOKS AND is seeking DISHWASHERS. Apply with resume at FRONT DESK CLERK 1927 Gaetz Avenue ~ $14.00/hr. between 2-5 pm. • Answer phone calls, take reservations. • Check in/out guests. Sales & • Balance cash out & Distributors attend to guest needs 2803-50 Avenue,

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Answer phone calls, WHOLESALE FOOD take reservations. DISTRIBUTION COMPANY Check in/out guests. looking for a responsible Balance cash out & individual for attend to guest needs.

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Clean & Vacuum rooms, and be able to drive a 5 ton standard truck. public areas, pool, etc. $50K+/yr with benefits. • Replenish amenities, Please apply by email linens & towels. stanleyfoods@shaw.ca • Adhere to Holiday Inn or fax (780)463-7132. safety standards All positions are permanent Restaurant/ Full-time/Part-time, shift Hotel work & weekends. Trades Education: Above Secondary A & W GASOLINE ALLEY Work Experience not Requires to work at these essential, training provided. ALPINE DRYWALL locations: Fax resume to 780-702-5051 Immed. openings for 121 Leva Avenue tradespersons. Commercial. 61 Gasoline Alley JJAM Management (1987) No exp. req’d. Willing to train. Food Counter Attendants Ltd., o/a Tim Horton’s Competative wages & benefits. Permanent F/T & P/T Requires to work at these Phone 403-348-8640 shifts, Weekends, day, Red Deer, AB locations: night & evenings. Starting 5111 22 St. EVRAZ wage $13/hr. Start date: 37444 HWY 2 S Red Deer Works ASAP, 40 hrs./wk + Blue 37543 HWY 2N is now accepting Cross Benefits. 700 3020 22 St. applications for 3 Vacancies. Education & FOOD ATTENDANT Journeyman exp. not req’d. Apply in Req’d permanent shift person or at aw.ca or fax Millwrights, weekend day and evening to 403-346-6017 both full and part time. Electricians, and 16 Vacancies, $10.88/hr. + Machinists. EAST 40TH PUB benefits. Start ASAP. Individuals must be safety Looking for Exp. Job description conscious, physically fit, www.timhortons.com P/T Bartender/Waitress able to work overtime and Education and experience Apply with Resume to shift work. not req’d. 3811 40th Ave. Wages start at $40.00 per Apply in person or fax hour and offer an EXP. BARTENDER, resume to: 403-314-1303 excellent benefit and WAITSTAFF & DJ REQ’D pension package. TAP HOUSE for sports bar in Innisfail. Please send resume to Opening soon! Fax NORTH reddeerhr@evrazna.com resume to 403-865-7172 (formerly Sam’s Cafe) is or deliver in person to now taking applications for 27251 391 Township Road EAST 40TH PUB Full Time/Part time COOK, REQ’S P/T / F/T COOK Bring resume to LOOKING FOR: Exp. Apply in person with resume 7101 Gaetz Ave. Red Deer Framers & farm building. 3811 40th Ave. between 2-4 pm. 403-318-6406

Class 1 is a must and picker exp. would be an asset. Oilfield exp. preferred. Will require H2S and First Aid Certificate. This position is F/T days only in the Stettler area. Salary to commensurate with experience. Please send resumes to: lornemurfitt@telus.net. LOCAL SERVICE CO. in Red Deer REQ’S EXP. VACUUM TRUCK OPERATOR Must have Class 3 licence w/air & all oilfield tickets. Fax resume w/drivers abstract to 403-886-4475

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TOPLEY Mary 1928 - 2014 It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Kathleen Topley peacefully at her home in Red Deer, Alberta on Saturday, October 4, 2014. Mary is survived and sadly missed by her son, Douglas John (Bev) Topley, daughterin-law, Giselle (Garth) Olson, grandchildren, Melissa, Angela, Craig, Lisa and Dana, plus eight great grandchildren; Korbin, Harper, Tye, Haemish, Ayzlyn, Tayva, Isla and Taylor. Mary was predeceased by her husband, James (Jim) Roy Topley in 1952, and by son, Robert (Bob) James in 1999. A Celebration of Mary’s Life will be held at Gaetz Memorial United Church, 4758 - 50 Street, Red Deer, Alberta on Saturday, October 18, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. If desired, Memorial Donations in Mary’s honor may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta at www.heartandstroke.ab.ca or to the Gaetz Memorial United Church Memorial Fund, 4758 - 50 Street, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 1X2. Condolences may be sent or viewed at: www.parklandfuneralhome.com Arrangements in care of Gordon R. Mathers, Funeral Director at PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040.

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DALE’S Home Reno’s Specials. 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Free estimates for all your Private back entry. 403-341-4445 reno needs. 403-506-4301 MASSAGE ABOVE ALL WALK-INS WELCOME DOORS, windows, siding, 4709 Gaetz Ave. 346-1161 soffit, fascia and custom cladding. Call Dean @ VII MASSAGE 403-302-9210. #7,7464 Gaetz Ave. Classifieds...costs so little Pampering at its Saves you so much!

Painters/ Decorators

1310

JG PAINTING, 25 yrs. exp. Free Est. 403-872-8888

Personal Services

1315

Psychic Readings with Susan Call or Text 403-350-1015 for Red Deer dates

Roofing

1370

PRECISE ROOFING LTD. 15 Yrs. Exp., Ref’s Avail. 403-896-4869

Seniors’ Services

1372

HELPING HANDS Home Supports for Seniors. Est 1999. Cooking, cleaning, companionship. At home or facility. Call 403-346-7777 for information.

BEST! 403-986-6686 Snow Come in and see Removal Eavestroughing why we are the talk of the town. SNOWPLOWING GUTTERS CLEANED & This position requires computer skills, knowledge of Word and Excel www.viimassage.com Comm/Res. Contracts programs and excellent command of the English language with above REPAIRED. 403-391-2169 welcome. 403-358-1614 average spelling. The ability to multi-task, work well on a team and be selfmotivated is essential. We are looking for someone to join our team in October 2014 for paid training until the maternity leave commencing early December (possibly earlier).

WHO IS THIS GUY? KEITH G. is the next inductee into the FIVE DECADE CLUB. If you see him today, welcome him to the Club! ~Love Annette, Thea and Celina

If interested, please send your resume by October 17, 2014 to: prstamm@reddeeradvocate.com or drop off at the Front Counter of the Red Deer Advocate, 2950 Bremner Ave.

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Start your career! See Help Wanted

ROBUST EAVESTROUGH CLEANING SERVICES 403-506-4822

Escorts

1165

KAYLA 392-0891 *BUSTY* INDEPENDENT w/own car Something for Everyone Everyday in Classifieds

Misc. Services

1290

5* JUNK REMOVAL Property clean up 340-8666 Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY

GARAGE DOOR SERVICE. Save 50%. 403-358-1614 We do dump runs/odd jobs 4035502502/4038855333

Window Cleaning

1420

ROBUST WINDOW CLEANING SERVICES 403-506-4822

Yard Care

1430

YARD care, Junk/tree/snow removal, comm/res. 403-358-1614

RED DEER ADVOCATE Thursday, Oct. 9, 2014 D3

850

Trades

EXP. ROOFER REQ’D. Exp. only need apply please. Vehicle & tools provided. Short or long term work. Call 403-892-3256

GOODMEN ROOFING LTD. Requires SLOPED ROOFERS LABOURERS & FLAT ROOFERS

Trades

850

SQUARE ONE CONSTRUCTION is looking to hire an apprentice or self motivated individual with exp. in framing and finishing carpentry. Must have valid drivers license and own vehicle. Call Ted 403-357-8041 Tired of Standing? Find something to sit on in Classifieds

Valid Driver’s Licence preferred. Fax or email info@goodmenroofing.ca Truckers/ or (403)341-6722 Drivers NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! 2-GOOD OILFIELD JOURNEYMAN apprentice SERVICES welders and laborers for is currently seeking busy fabrication shop in CLASS 1 TANK TRUCK Camrose/Stettler area. & PRESSURE TRUCK Send resume to OPERATORS. wstsales1@gmail.com or Base salary + bonuses. fax 780-877-2685 or drop Great benefits pkg after 3 mo. resume off at 42520 Please fax resume & drivers Range Rd. 200 abstract to: 403-346-3766 LOOKING FOR exp. installer for fireplace store. ARE YOU THE ONE Carpentry knowledge an Red Deer based hot shot asset. Must have valid company looking for exp’d driver’s licence. driver, 15/6 rotation, 403-343-7766 or Grant @ company benefits, 403-896-8199 performance bonus. Fax resume & NEEDED IMMED. FOR current abstract manufacturing to 403-342-2152 company in Blackfalds JOURNEYMAN WELDERS Competitive wages and benefits package. Email resume to: joel@prolineinc.ca

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Misc. Help

880

Required Immediately Parts Delivery Driver / Warehouse Must possess clean drivers abstract, know city well. The individual must be able to work unsupervised in a fast paced environment. Some heavy lifting is required.

Parts Person Parts person required for rapidly expanding HD Parts Supply Store. Must be able to work unsupervised in a fast paced environment. Have experience in the heavy truck/trailer industry. Must possess strong customer service skills. Above average wages, benefits package. Apply with resume @ Artic Truck, Email: ron.cain@nfleetsolutions.com Fax: 403-348-5198 Service Plumbing & Heating is looking for experienced residential and commercial service technician with current Alberta gas/plumbing ticket. Benefit package after 3 months, wages based on experience. Email: info@serviceplumbing.ca or fax to (403) 342-2025

CENTRAL AB based trucking company requires

Owner Operators & Contract Drivers in AB. Home the odd night. Weekends off. Late model tractor pref. 403-586-4558 CLASS 3 DRIVERS w/airbrake endorsement needed immed. for waste & recycling. Email resume with a min. of 2 references to: canpak@xplornet.ca DRIVERS for furniture moving company, class 5 required (5 tons), local & long distance. Competitive wages. Apply in person. 6630 71 St. Bay 7 Red Deer. 403-347-8841

Misc. Help

880

BOWER DENTAL REQ’S P/T CHART CLERK Ideal for student. 4 p.m.- 8 p.m. 3 days/wk. Email resume to: marina@bowerdental.com or drop off resume in person.

F/T P/T Grocery Staff Morning & evening hrs. avail. Apply within 5111 22nd St. Red Deer

GAETZ SOUTH FT/PT CASHIERS Apply within 5111 22nd St. Red Deer

GAETZ SOUTH P/T Bakery Evening Staff Apply within 5111 22nd St. Red Deer

SHUNDA CONSTRUCTION requires a

Safety Coordinator to implement, manage & enhance our existing safety program. Fax resume and references to 403-343-1248 or email admin@shunda.ca.

GED Program

Spruce & Pine -Split. Firepits avail. 7 days/wk. 403-304-6472

LUBE TECH wanted for busy dealership, possible chance for advancement into apprenticeship. Must have drivers license. Fax resume to 341-5066

and modular home. Exp. in trim, roofing, siding, flooring, paint etc., Competitive wages and health plan avail. Apply to James at M & K Homes, 403-346-6116

Academic Express

TOP WAGES, BENEFITS. EXP’D. DRIVERS & SWAMPERS REQUIRED. MAPLE LEAF MOVING Call 403-347-8826 or fax resume to: 403-314-1457.

Adult Education & Training www.academicexpress.ca

We are looking for LANDSCAPE LABOURERS to work on residential and commercial properties in Red Deer and surrounding area. Main duties to include: - Laying sod, spreading top soil, plant flowers, grass, trees and shrubs. - Cut grass, rake, fertilize, water, prune trees and shrubs. -In snow season, we require snow removal. No formal education or experience necessary. Full time/Seasonal position. Weather dependant Wage: $16.51 per hour/44 hours per week Email resume to: erika.skalozub @bg-rd.com Phone: 403-347-7211 Fax: 403-342-7488 Att: Erika

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Something for Everyone Everyday in Classifieds

Employment Training

900

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Building Supplies

1550

2 - 8’ TREATED 4x4’s $10. 2 SHEETS 7/16” 4’x8’ CHIPBOARD $20. 403-358-5568

Clothing

1590

VINTAGE MINK COAT (Brown) Size 18. Absolutely excellent condition. $150. Call or text 403-391-3335

EquipmentHeavy

1630

TRAILERS for sale or rent Job site, office, well site or storage. Skidded or wheeled. Call 347-7721.

SAFETY TRAINING CENTRE OILFIELD TICKETS

Industries #1 Choice!

“Low Cost” Quality Training

SOBEYS VILLAGE MALL is now hiring for the following Part Time positions: Bakers Cake Decorators Produce Clerks Grocery Clerks HMR Clerks Courtesy Clerks Please forward resumes to Frank.Bangma@ sobeys.com fax (403) 347-4588 apply online at www. sobeyscareers.com SOURCE ADULT VIDEO requires mature P/T help Sat. & Sun. 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. Fax resume to: 403-346-9099 or drop off to: 3301-Gaetz Avenue

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STERLING CLEANERS: Requires front counter staff. Apply within 4810 - 52nd St.,Red Deer SWAMPERS F/T needed immediately for a fast growing waste & recycling company. Heavy lifting involved (driver’s helper) position. Reliability essential. Own transportation required. Please email resumes to canpak@xplornet.ca

Tools

24 Hours Toll Free 1.888.533.4544

For more information or to apply call Joanne at the Red Deer Advocate 403-314-4308

Adult Newspaper Carriers Needed For Early Morning Delivery of the

THE TASTY BAKERY PACKAGING & COUNTER SALES

GAETZ SOUTH F/T P/T MEAT CUTTER. Apply within 5111 22nd St. Red Deer

Celebrate your life with a Classified ANNOUNCEMENT

880

6 Days a week! Delivery to be done on/or before 6:30 am For More Information, Please call Prodie Phone 403-314-4301

Bunn Cres. Baile Close Boyce Street Byer Close Barrett Drive Bell Street Baker Ave. Broughton Cres. Brookes Cres. Beatty Cres. For more information or to apply, please call Ashley at the Red Deer Advocate 403-314-4316 ADULT or YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED For delivery of Flyers, Express and Friday Forward ONLY 3 DAYS A WEEK in CLEARVIEW AREA

Requires Full Time

Equipment Operator/Truck Driver Q Endorsement preferred. Competitive Wages & Benefits. Fax resumes & ref’s to: 403-343-1248 or email to: admin@shunda.ca Skill Metal Fabricators in Bassano, Alberta are looking for operators in the following departments CNC machine shop, sheet metal, powder coating, welding and anodizing. We offer competitive wages and benefit package. These are full time positions - available immediately. Please email your resume to: resumes@ skillmetal.com or fax to 403-641-3466.

Truckers/ Drivers

We are adding Service Bays!

Clearview Ridge Area $172/mo.

The service team at Vellner Leisure Products is seeking experienced, energetic, career minded indidviduals to grow with our department. Applicants must have an RV Journeyman certiﬁcate. Related experience or the desire to Apprentice in this fast growing industry will be considered.

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

1680

Garden Supplies

RIMBEY TREES Large variety of trees for sale. Planting available. Fall Specials! Call Walter, 403-748-3611

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Household Appliances

FRIDGE, $100; Breadmaker, Black & Decker, $15. 403-343-0764 KENMORE DISHWASHER, $150. MICROWAVE, $15. 403-358-5568 MOFFAT stove 30”, beige fridge 30” x 65”h $50/ea. 403-782-7439

Household Furnishings

1720

Misc. for Sale

1760

Cats

Canon K920 copier, good for small business, exc. cond. $45; 3 clean, wool accent matching carpets, two 2’ x 7’, one hexagon $45/all or will sell individually; LEE Enfield .303 ammo magazine $35 403-352-8811

Dogs

COMPUTER desk, black, 48”w, 23”d, 30”h, like new. Bought at the Brick, was $250 asking $95 403-352-8811 CUSTOM made moose leather jacket size 12 $25, Mummy sleeping bag for cooler weather $55, saddle bags, leather, $50, saddle blanket new $25, saddle pad, new $35 403-342-7460 ELECTRIC FISH SMOKER $40. 403-346-3086

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2 BALINESE KITTENS 2 SNOWSHOE SIAMESE $50/ea. 403-887-3649

1840

HIGH QUALITY LABRADOODLES and GOLDEN DOODLE pups Long time Breeder, text 306-521-1371 www.furtettishfarm.ca

Travel Packages

Dolan Close $49.24/mo. ALSO Dumas Cres., Duffy Close, and 2 Blocks of Dempsey St. $80.48/mo.

TRAVEL ALBERTA Alberta offers SOMETHING for everyone. Make your travel plans now.

GRANDVIEW AREA

860

3900 to 4200 Blocks of 41A Ave. and 1 Block of 39 St. $55.68/mo.

CLASSIFICATIONS

FOR RENT • 3000-3200 WANTED • 3250-3390

CARRIERS REQUIRED To deliver the CENTRAL AB LIFE 1 day a week in: Eckville Bowden Olds Sylvan Lake Please call Debbie for details 403-314-4307

To deliver the

CENTRAL AB LIFE & LACOMBE EXPRESS 1 day a week in: LACOMBE BLACKFALDS Please call Rick for details 403-314-4303

ADULT Newspaper Carriers Needed For Early Morning Delivery of the

RED DEER ADVOCATE Monday through Saturday. Delivery to be done on/or before 6:30 am. Reliable vehicle needed. PINES AREA KENTWOOD AREA For More Information, please call Joanne 403-314-4308 CARRIERS NEEDED FOR FLYERS, FRIDAY FORWARD & EXPRESS

ANDERS AREA Alexander Cres. Addinel Close Allsop Close Anquetel/Atlee Close INGLEWOOD AREA

Illingworth Close

MORRISROE AREA Metcalf Ave SUNNYBROOK AREA

LANCASTER AREA Lancaster Drive Lamb Close VANIER AREA Vanier Drive Vanson Close Viscount Drive

• Minimum 5 years Oilﬁeld driving experience needed. • Clean abstract required. • Excellent starting wage 461903J18 461903J18 J1 18

47A Ave, & part of 55, 56 & 57 St. $134./mo. For More Information Call Jamie at the Red Deer Advocate 403-314-4306

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MOUNTVIEW 3 bdrm. house, main floor, 5 appls., fenced yard, large deck, rent $1550 incl. all utils. $900 s.d. Avail. Now or Nov. 1. 403-304-5337 SPLIT level house in newer part of Anders, 4 bdrm. 2 baths, laundry, parking in back, fenced backyard & deck, n/s, no pets, $1650/mo., + utils & d.d., close to mini mall. 403-357-0320

3030

MORRISROE CARRIERS REQUIRED

Stirling Close/Sherwod Cres.

WOODLEA AREA

Houses/ Duplexes

Condos/ Townhouses

ROSEDALE AREA West end of Robinson Cres., Ryan Cl., Rich Cl., & Rabbis St. $71.30/mo.

Class 1 Drivers Wanted

email pat@haulinacid.com with resume & abstract

Advocate Opportunities

Issard Close

Integrity • Excellence • Financial Health • Teamwork

Apply admin@vellner.com

rentals

Isherwood Close

Our team at Vellner Leisure Products looks forward to you joining us. Come see what we are all about ... you will not be disappointed!

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ROUTES IN:

DEER PARK AREA

We offer: • year round employment • generous pay plan • family run business not a large corporation • performance bonuses • in house and industry training • ﬂexible scheduling for family time • staff functions for fun and team building • strong administrative service team

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PORTABLE MASSAGE TABLE, $95. BAK-TRACK MACHINE for spinal decompression $95. 403-352-8811 SAFETY BATH TUB HANDLE. Asking $30. Call or text 403-391-3335 SCREEN door, aluminum 36” x 80”, $75. 403-506-6574

APPROX. 100 PEACOCK FEATHERS - some white, $1/each. 10 QUART STAINLESS STEEL STOCK POT - new cond. $16. 403-346-2231

3 days per week, no weekends

462089J16

SHUNDA CONSTRUCTION

LOGS Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346

WANTED Antiques, furniture and estates. 342-2514

RED DEER ADVOCATE

Requires Full Time

Competitive Wages & Benefits. Fax resumes & ref’s to: 403-343-1248 or email to: admin@shunda.ca

SOFA BED, $25; 2 RECLINERS $25; HOMEMADE DRESSER, 4 DRAWERS, $10; COOKBOOKS $5. 403-343-0764

Misc. for Sale

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GLENDALE Grimson & Goodall Ave. Gehrke Cl. & 71 St. 69 & 70 St. Dr.

BOWER AREA

SHUNDA CONSTRUCTION Carpenters & Apprentices

FREE firewood cut length 403-341-4260

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1660

NEWSPAPER CARRIERS NEEDED For Afternoon Delivery Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

P/T OPPORTUNITY No early mornings, No late nights No Sundays, Apply in person at: Bay #1, 2319 Taylor Drive (directly behind Nutters)

Misc. Help

FIREWOOD, birch, spruce & pine. North of Costco 403-349-7179, 392-7754

Household Furnishings

ELECTRIC handmixer $5, blender $5, wok $5, hedge clipper $15, ladder $50, COMPOUND miter saw 3 SEATER sofa, light tan fertilizer spreader $10, $100; 8” power ice auger $200 403-343-2730 R H2S Alive (ENFORM) dandelion digger $10, $75 403-342-7951 sprayer $6, edger $5, hose R First Aid/CPR AGRICULTURAL BLUE swivel rocker $25, storage box $30, several R Confined Space green swivel rocker $20, hoses $5-$10, 2 outside CLASSIFICATIONS R WHMIS & TDG VHS stand $10, cedar front carriage house lights R Ground Disturbance Firewood 2000-2290 door, new $100 $20 403-343-2730 R (ENFORM) D&C B.O.P. 403-343-2730 R D&C (LEL) HORSESHOES, $20. CHOPPED POPLAR - free, HARD TO FIND 2 new plastic you pick up. Very close to #204, 7819 - 50 Ave. Horses 2 MAN TABLE! SAW HORSES, $12/ea. (across from Totem) Red Deer. 403-392-8385. (across from Rona North) Small 2 person kitchen 2 new in box 30 wall table. White top & metal mounted STORAGE BINS, WANTED: all types of Advocate legs, 2 matching chairs. $25/ea. horses. Processing locally Asking $100. Opportunities 1 CHROME CLOTHES in Lacombe weekly. Call or text 403-391-3335 RACK, $25. 403-651-5912 EXERCISE BIKE, $20. MICROWAVE, Kenmore, Classifieds...costs so little GLASS PATIO TABLE, white, 900 watts. $25. Saves you so much! NEWSPAPER CARRIERS NEEDED 4 chairs & umbrella $50. 403-352-8811 403-358-5568 For Afternoon Delivery REGAL burgundy sofa and 3 Days/Week KODAK 35MM SLIDE love seat $160; kitchen (Wed., Thurs. & Fri.) PROJECTOR. $40. table w/4 chairs 403-346-3086 $40 403-782-7439

403.341.4544

INGLEWOOD & MORRISROE

A local company requires an enthusiastic person for counter sales. Email resume to mark@aesreddeer.com DAIRY equipment supplier looking for GENERAL LABORERS For our parts & service dept. Competitive wages and benefits package. E-mail resume:joel@prolineinc.ca

AFFORDABLE

Homestead Firewood

Funding may be available. 403-340-1930

GAETZ SOUTH

1660

Firewood

Accepting registrations for

Counter Salesperson

Shipper/Receiver A local company requires an energetic person for shipper/receiver. Email resume to mark@aesreddeer.com

900

278950A5

to Friday. Competitive Wages. Paid benefits. Must be able to perform physical labor, lifting up to 50lbs, in a fast paced environment. Training will be provided. Experience in the industry an asset, but not necessary. Successful candidates must pass a Pre-employment Medical and Drug test. Please fax resume and drivers abstract to 403-340-0894 or Email jclarke@wsii.ca.

Employment Training

OCTOBER START!

Pro V Manufacturing LP needs BFI Canada Red Deer is NEEDED F/T Service Person Journeymen, hiring Waste Collection B Pressure welders Drivers and Helpers. Class General Carpenter/handytype for service and & apprentice pipefitters 3 Driving position. Monday man set up of manufactured

to work in their brand new, best in class facilities in West Edmonton! Long term employment, exciting opportunities for career growth, great compensation, benefits and you’ll be at home every night. Apply now at Pro-V-MFG.ca or call 780-962-0103 www.provmfg.ca Rattray Reclamation Ltd is currently seeking an experienced backhoe operator with a clean and valid class 1 license preferably 3 years experience to work in the Lacombe and surrounding areas. Duties will include lease construction, lease cleanups and reclamation. Valid H2s, Ground Disturbance, and First aid tickets are a must. Competitive wages and benefits available Please email resume to drattray@rattrayrec.com. Or fax to (403)-934-5235 No phone calls please.

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Misc. Help

Vold Close Call Prodie @ 403- 314-4301 for more info **********************

TO ORDER HOME DELIVERY OF THE ADVOCATE CALL OUR CIRCULATION DEPARTMENT 403-314-4300

3 bdrm. townhouse, across from park, 1.5 bath, fenced yard, 5 appls., rent $1350, SD. $800. Avail. Nov. 1. Call 403-304-5337

SEIBEL PROPERTY www.seibelprperty.com Ph: 403-304-7576 or 403-347-7545 6 locations in Red Deer ~ Halman Heights ~ Riverfront Estates

~ Westpark ~ Kitson Close ~ Kyte & Kelloway Cres. ~ Holmes St. S.D. $1000 Rent $1245 to $1445 3 bdrm. townhouses, 1.5 bath, 4 & 5 appls., blinds, lrg. balconies, no dogs. N/S, no utils. incl. avail. Oct. 15 & Nov. 1 References required. SOUTHWOOD PARK 3110-47TH Avenue, 2 & 3 bdrm. townhouses, generously sized, 1 1/2 baths, fenced yards, full bsmts. 403-347-7473, Sorry no pets. www.greatapartments.ca

4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes

3050

AVAIL. Nov. 1st, 2 bdrm in newer 4 plex in Innisfail, New paint, clean, quite adult bldg. $900, rent/s.d. No pets. 403-506-8730 INNISFAIL, 1 yr. old 3 plex 1250 sq. ft., fin. bsmt., 3 bdrm. + den, att. garage, many upgraded features, gas fireplace, granite island top, fenced yard, backs on to green, located by Dodds Lake. $1750/mo. For immed. move in. Call Daryl @ 403-350-7937 NEWLY RENOVATED bachelor, 1, & 2 bedroom suites available in central location. Heat & water included. Cat friendly. leasing@rentmidwest.com 1(888) 679-8031

ORIOLE PARK 3 bdrm., 1-1/2 bath, $1175. rent, s.d. $650, incl water sewer and garbage. Avail. Nov. 1st. 403-304-5337

Suites

3060

2 BDRM apt. for over 40 yr. old working tenants, no pets, no partiers, no drugs. Free laundry, heat, water, private parking at 5910-55 Ave. in Riverside Meadows. $1100 . Avail.Immed. 403-341-4627 Avail. Nov. 1, 1 bdrm. bsmt., $750/mo., $750 DD inclds. utils. & laundry Call 403-357-7662 BLACKFALDS, 1 bdrm. furn., all incl. $900 403-358-1614 GLENDALE reno’d 2 bdrm. apartments, avail. immed, rent $875 403-596-6000 HAZZARD COUNTY BAR & GRILL in Sylvan Lake Looking for exp. & reliable P/T Staff with some cooking exp. Must have Pro-Serve & be flexible for day or night shifts. Please contact Sheri 403-877-0824 or Jackie 403-352-1735

D4 RED DEER ADVOCATE Thursday, Oct. 9, 2014

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Realtors & Services

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SUV's

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Holiday Trailers

LARGE, 1 & 2 BDRM. SUITES. 25+, adults only n/s, no pets 403-346-7111

THE SWITCH 2010 Toyota Rav4 51,000 2008 LUXURY 35’. Very 15th Century: SWITCH is kms. $16,000 obo. 358-1614 clean. exc. cond. Super-slide, discovering the World was washer/dryer, dishwasher, ROUND not Flat... sleeps 6, many more extras, CELEBRATIONS 17th Century: SWITCH is $11,000 obo. 403-504-6281 HAPPEN EVERY DAY discovering Electricity that IN CLASSIFIEDS would REPLACE Candles.. Tires, Parts 19th Century: SWITCH from Horse and Carriage Acces. to HORSELESS Carriage.. 21st Century: HISTORICAL 1 SET CAR RAMPS $20. SWITCH... 1 SET 6’ TRUCK 2007 VW Tourareg, fully Avail. Nov. 1st. 3 bdrm., Tim McRae, SWITCHED LOADING RAMPS $50. loaded, AWD, new wind1.5 bath. Adult bldg. N/S to MAXWELL REAL 403-358-5568 shield, Nokian all season No pets 403-596-2444 ESTATE SOLUTIONS tires, in exceptionally good NEAR new Hankook winter LTD. 403-350-1562 condition. 180,000 kms. Rooms $14,750 obo 403-346-5440 tires and wheels 215/60 R16 will fit many 5 stud car or 403-391-0320 For Rent wheels $900, about 1/2 reHouses tail 403-598-4260 2006 NISSAN Murano SE For Sale AVAIL now, fully furn bdrm awd, 43,000 kms, exc. for rent. $250 dd, $500/mo. cond, full load w/new tires. Auto CUSTOM BUILT Student or Working M only. ***SOLD*** NEW HOMES †Call 403-396-2468. Wreckers Mason Martin Homes TOO MUCH STUFF? Senior New Home Planner RED’S AUTO. Free Scrap Let Classifieds Kyle, 403-588-2550 Vehicle & Metal Removal. help you sell it. AMVIC APPROVED. FREE Weekly list of We travel. May pay cash BDRM. for rent in Vanier properties for sale w/details, for vehicle. 403-396-7519 prices, address, owner’s Woods,. $450 + dd, 403-588-6268 after 6 pm. phone #, etc. 342-7355 Help-U-Sell of Red Deer 2006 MURANO AWD, V6, www.homesreddeer.com Remote Start, hitch, no rust, Motels/ great cond. 125,000 miles, MUST SELL Hotels $8900 obo. 403-309-4585 New Home. 1325 sq.ft. bi-level, 24x23 att. garage. FULLY furnished restau403-588-2550 rant for lease in Lacombe, 4000 sq. ft, seating capacity 100 people approx. Condos/ 403-782-2424 or email 100,000 lacombemotorinn@ Townhouses hotmail.com Potential NEW CONDO 1998 DURANGO, 119,700 Buyers??? 1000 sq.ft. 2 bdrm., 2 bath. kms. Must see! Safetied. $194,900. 403-588-2550 $5800. obo. 403-357-8985

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MORRISROE MANOR

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DO YOU WANT YOUR AD TO BE READ BY

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4040

3110

Offices

ROCKY MTN. House. Commercial office space. Bright, newly reno’d, large reception area and kitchen, exc. setup for professional business. Contact 403-845-5674 Start your career! See Help Wanted

Warehouse Space

3140

SHOP/OFFICE, 1500 sq. ft. $1000 Phil 403-350-0479

4070

2011 SILVERADO E/C, 382 ACRES. Beautiful black soil. 3 titles. 15 min. 4x4, 75,000 kms., $20,000 403-347-3241 W. of Innisfail / Red Deer. $13,500 oil revenue. $1,700,000. 587-679-6694

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Realtors & Services

CLASSIFICATIONS

Cars

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2009 HYUNDAI Accent, 64,000 kms. $6500. 403-304-1013, 587-273-4761

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1999 GMC Sierra 1500 2WD, E/C, original owner, 252,000 km, Immaculate $3400. **SOLD**

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Vans Buses

1999 HONDA ODYSSEY. 263,381 km. 3.5 V6. 30 mpg. Very clean. Runs perfect. $2500 obo.† 403-887-5020

Motorcycles

5080

2001 VOLVO S60. Loaded, good cond. Reduced. $4000. 182,000 km. 403-343-2058

HERE TO HELP & HERE TO SERVE Call GORD ING at RE/MAX real estate central alberta 403-341-9995 gord.ing@remax.net

Donna Ester Gladys Gidyk, Deceased who died at Red Deer, Alberta on August 14, 2014

Call our Carrier Recruitment Line at:

SERVING CENTRAL ALBERTA RURAL REGION

CALL 309-3300

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5000-5300

homes

5050

Trucks

GREAT! • Earn some extra cash! • Deliveries in morning do not interfere with most activities • Afternoon deliveries great for busy youth and adults • Earnings paid directly to your Bank Account • Great exercise • No collections • Great for stay at home Moms/Dads, College Students, and Seniors

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2001 Chev Malibu 4 dr. 134,000 kms. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire 4 dr. auto, v. clean 403-352-6995 1993 SATURN sedan, 132,000 kms, good body & engine, heater needs repair. As is. $1500. 403-597-5199

2006 HONDA GOLDWING TRIKE w/Lehman Monarch 2 trike kit. This unit is loaded with all options plus lots of extra chrome. 49,500 kms bike was triked in 2011. Asking $33,000 Call (403)318-4653

PUBLIC NOTICES

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of

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Avoiding hidden trans fats You know that saturated and trans fats are two of the Five Food Felons that you should eliminate from your diet to protect your heart, brain and sex life, and to make your RealAge younger. Saturated fat is pretty easy to spot. It’s in all four-legged animal products and poultry skin, plus whole dairy and palm and coconut oils. But thanks to a loophole in federal rules, trans fats are hidden in 1 of 11 processed foods, and most of the time their nutrition labels claim there’s zero! That’s the conclusion of a shocking new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study that found trans fats lurking in everything from cookies and frozen pizza to dips, frozen entrees, seasoned pasta, and grain and stuffing mixes. Here’s what you need to know about sidestepping sneaky trans fat and why we’re in favour of the total trans fat ban currently under consideration by the Food and Drug Administration: Trans fats, also known as partially hydrogenated fats, are made by bubbling extra hydrogen through hot oil to create a Franken-fat that’s solid at room temperature. It’s used to improve the texture and shelf life of processed foods. Once widely used in everything from

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DRS. OZ AND ROIZEN French fries to baked goods, trans fats fell out of favor after researchers discovered that even small quantities accelerate artery clogging. In 2006, the FDA required trans fats to be listed on nutrition labels. Since then, food makers have slashed the amount in the American food supply by 73 per cent, which some claim has saved up to 9,000 lives a year. We think the number is much higher. But a loophole lets manufacturers claim on the nutrition label that their products with less than 0.6 grams of trans fats per serving contain zero

trans fats. The problem is that no amount of trans fat is safe to eat! That’s why the FDA is considering declaring trans fat no longer “generally recognized as safe.” That would effectively ban partially hydrogenated oils from being used in foods. We hope it happens! That change could prevent 10,00020,000 heart attacks and other heart “events” per year, and save at least another 7,000 lives per year. Until then, take these steps to ban them from your diet: Start with the nutrition facts. When buying processed food — anything that’s not a fruit, veggie, plain dairy product, meat or unadorned grain — flip the package over and check the nutrition panel for trans fats. If the number is higher than 0, put the product back on the shelf. Next, read the ingredients list. As you now know, trans fats hide out in processed foods that claim to have none. So if a product says there are zero, double-check by scanning the ingredients list for the words “partially hydrogenated oil.” That’s trans fat. If it’s there, say “No thanks.” Don’t worry about “natural” trans fats in dairy and meat. You may have heard that bacteria in the stomachs of

cows and sheep convert oils from the food they eat into naturally occurring trans fats. So far, there’s no evidence that these raise risk for heart disease — although red meat does! Away from home, steer clear of likely offenders. When you’re out, eat smart by avoiding the food groups where trans fats hide most often. Have nuts instead of crackers, fruit instead of cookies or doughnuts, lean protein and veggies instead of pizza. Your heart and arteries will thank you: Making swaps like this regularly could help lower your risk for heart disease by 20 per cent to 32 perc ent. Do a background check on your favourite restaurant chains. Many fastfood and casual dining chains have stopped using trans-fat-laden oils, but not all. We found onion rings at one national chain with 3.5 grams of trans fat per serving; burgers with three to four grams at another; and mashed potatoes with a smidge at a third. Plenty of chains post their nutrition info online. It’s worth reading on your smartphone before you order. The YOU Docs, Mehmet Oz, host of The Dr. Oz Show and Mike Roizen of Cleveland Clinic, are authors of YOU: Losing Weight. For more information, go to www.RealAge.com.

Stories to help deal with the season of sickness This week I launch my book, The oles, initiating the cough reflex. The Herbal Apprentice: Plant Medicine and irritation stimulates the flow of blood The Human Being. Beinto the bronchiole, delivercause it is the season of ing nutrients and white blood coughs, sore throats and cells designed for killing incolds, I thought three vaders in the body. The inplant stories from the crease in circulation thins book might be of interest. thick mucous facilitating its Elecampane (inula climb up the cilary, preparing helenium) bright yellow it for expulsion. flowers burst like sunElecampane’s second conshine. Its sun-like flowers stituent that irritates the suggest the plant’s warmbronchioles and triggers a ing on action within the cough are saponins. Herbs body. In herbal medicine, high in saponins create foam elecampane’s thick, deep when mixed with water. Saroots are used. The root ponins’ foaming action thins contains two chemical thick mucous. ABRAH constituents that act on A couple of winters ago an ARNESON respiratory passages. elderly client’s wife called First, elecampane is HERBS FOR LIFE me to come see him. This clirich in volatile oils that ent suffered with congestive warm the lungs. Volatile heart failure and shortness of oils irritate the lining of the bronchi- breath. His wife was particularly con-

cerned about a cough that had developed and was fearful it was the beginning of a nasty respiratory flu that was making its way across the country. I gave him a tincture of elecampane to take three times a day. Within a week, the cough cleared up. Elecampane brought heat into the lungs, dried up the mucous and relieved the cough. Mullein (verbascum thapsus) loves to grow in dry soil lacking nutrients. In my herb garden it only grows as high as my knee. Beside the railroad tracks by my home, mullein towers about the prairie grasses. Mullein’s preference for dry soil reflects its medicine. Its leaves are an ideal plant for dry, harsh coughs. Matthew Wood refers to mullein’s salty taste as the signature of the plants medicine. The salty taste draws water into the respiratory passages thinning hard, encrusted mucous, and creates a productive cough.

Mullein contains both mucilage and saponins. Recall that saponins irritate the bronchi and trigger coughing while mucilage thins and loosens mucous. The mucilage in mullein soothes and cools heat caused by viruses in the respiratory tract. In my practice, I use mullein to cool down and clean out smoker’s lungs. I encourage smokers to drink several cups of mullein tea a day. Old Man’s Beard (usnea spp.) in the First Nation’s medicine wheel usnea sits in the North, the place of wisdom. I remember my first taste of old man’s beard tincture. I felt I was sipping ancient green wisdom. No plant (usnea is not really a plant) gives meaning to the interdependence of life like usnea. Usnea is a symbiotic relationship between algae and fungi.

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Choosing the right natural supplement for you A 2010 survey showed that 73 per tients check the “non-medicinal ingrecent of Canadians regularly take natu- dients” list on the label. I instruct paral health products like vitamins and tients to look for red flags that include: minerals, herbal products and homeo- artificial coloring and flavoring, prepathic medicines. However, choosing servatives, sugar, and additives such as a natural heath product is often times chlorine, titanium dioxide and other overwhelming and not all products are chemicals. created equal! The lower the quality of the There are so many opproduct, the more “non-metions available to the condicinal ingredients” you will sumer, both on the Interfind. The last thing you want net and in stores. Which to be receiving from your natones are safe? Does it reural health supplements are ally have the ingredients chemicals when you are tryand amounts it claims? ing to improve your health. Can you mix more than The next step is to confirm one supplement together that the correct form of the safely? Is it going to really nutrient is being used in the have an impact on your product and that the dosage health? of the nutrient is high enough These are all important to make a difference. SHANE questions that need to be Low quality products tend JOHNSON answered before spending to have lower absorbable your hard-earned money NATUROPATHIC forms of nutrients and not on any supplement. enough of it in each capsule MEDICINE Many Canadians are to make a difference in your buying poor quality prodhealth. ucts that are not making For example, the most any positive impact in their health, common form of calcium in low quality and are only negatively affecting their products is calcium carbonate. pocket book. First and foremost, I suggest paPlease see NATURAL on Page D7

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Best not put off treatment for plantar fasciitis FOOT PAIN CAN BE STUBBORN TO HEAL IF NOT TREATED PROPERLY BY THE CANADIAN PRESS

HERBS: Grows all over the world Algae forms the green/grey outer surface, and fungi, the inner the white elastic like substance. Usnea grows all over the world, and all over the world it is used to treat cancer, wounds, and lung infections. Usneaâ€™s grey green algae are strongly antibacterial. The inner fungus, the thallus, is immunemodulating. It was once thought that usnea was a plant parasite because it prefers to grow on trees where the bark is damaged. It was believed that usnea drew nutrients from the tree. We are now wiser. Usnea acts as medicine wherever it perches on the damaged skin of a tree. Usnea protects the tree from invading plant pathogens. Usnea takes nothing from the tree. The coating of alga absorbs energy from the sun and feeds the inner fungi. The fungus, catching minerals and moisture from the air, makes its own food and feeds it to the algae. Usnea is self-sustaining. As usnea is dependent on the air for its source of nutrients, it is very sensitive to air pollution. If the air is thick with pollution, Usnea grows slowly if it grows at all. In clean air, usnea hangs from trees like an old manâ€™s beard. This strange combination of algae and fungi that care for the trees â€” the

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as I tell patients. Itâ€™s going to be a little bit of this, a little bit of that. And sometimes one thing works and thank you very much.â€? Initial treatment usually involves having a patient roll the arch of their sole over a cold water bottle or tennis ball several times a day to stretch out the fascia. â€œStretches are good, like pulling your toes up towards your nose, holding it for 20 to 40 seconds, then do it again,â€? says Stern. â€œDo that before you get out of bed, do that three or four more times a day.â€? If the pain persists, practitioners may tape the heel and sole to correct over-pronation, where the foot and ankle rolls inward too much. â€œAnd that kind of gives a good support to the foot, so its simulating an orthotic,â€? he says. â€œItâ€™s putting the foot in a better alignment, a more â€™neutralâ€™ position or supporting the foot from the heel up to the forefoot.â€? Orthotics â€” inserts for shoes that support the arch â€” can also help eliminate plantar fasciitis, but Stern recommends those created from a 3-D cast of the patientâ€™s foot rather than orthotics based on two-dimensional foot impressions read by a computerized mat that are typically sold in drug stores. Other treatments include physiotherapy, acupuncture or a shot of cortisone in the affected part of the foot to calm the inflammation. Some prac-

titioners recommend a night splint, a brace that holds the foot with the toes pointing up to gently stretch the fascia while a person sleeps. Dr. Chris Woollam, a Toronto sports medicine specialist, says plantar fasciitis is a common complaint among patients, especially runners. â€œI always say that if you havenâ€™t had that, and youâ€™ve got a high arch, then you havenâ€™t been doing much,â€? says Woollam, whoâ€™s had a number of bouts himself in both feet. â€œI usually have sort of a graded approach so that at the very beginning when somebody comes in and theyâ€™ve had it a few weeks, I usually say you have to stretch out the plantar ligament or do some calf stretch-type work.â€? He also recommends rolling the arch over a frozen water bottle for about five to seven minutes: the cold can ease the inflammation while the shape of the bottle helps stretch out the fascia. â€œSome people, Iâ€™ll say about 30 per cent of people, do OK with just that. Now they know what it is, theyâ€™re happy and away they go.â€? But Woollam concedes that plantar fasciitis can be stubbornly difficult to overcome in some patients. After trying a number of treatments â€” including a deep massage called active release therapy, or ART â€” and failing to rid a patient of the chronic

foot pain, â€œwe have to pull out the big guns,â€? he says. Some practitioners use laser ultrasound, but Woollam prefers shockwave therapy, which heâ€™s had to treat his own plantar fasciitis â€œand it got way better.â€? â€œWhat that does is it really hammers into the area, so itâ€™s actually quite painful. The concept is it takes a scarred area and creates a new injury that then heals,â€? says Woollam, estimating that shock-wave therapy works in about 80 per cent of patients. Surgical repair is rarely performed and considered a last resort when all other treatments have failed, he says. For Connie Glen, who saw a chiropractor, physiotherapist and osteopath (who determined she had a seven-millimetre tear in her fascia) before being referred to Woollam, it was shock-wave therapy that she says finally started her stepping in the right direction. â€œWhatâ€™s frustrating for me is itâ€™s not like I ignored it. I was on this within the first week of getting it and it just kept progressing.â€? Thatâ€™s why Stern advises that anyone with heel/sole pain shouldnâ€™t put off seeking treatment. â€œWith most of my patients, itâ€™s months and months until they come in,â€? he says. â€œJump on it, donâ€™t let it linger ... because if you let it linger, itâ€™s just harder and harder to get rid of.â€?

lungs of the planet â€” informs us about the quality of the air and helps us heal our own lung deficiencies. It is a sublime dance of interdependence. Herbs for Life is written by Abrah Arneson, a local clinical herbalist. It is intended for information purposes only. Readers with a specific medical problem should consult a doctor. For more information, visit www.abraherbalist.ca. Arneson can be reached www.abraherbs. com.

this is the first consideration when an individual is purchasing a natural health product. Generally speaking, you do get what you pay for, as price often has a bearing on quality. Whenever you find a product that is substantially less money than other companies, you must keep in mind that the manufacturer had to cut costs somewhere to make it so cheap. This could be low quality raw materials, poor manufacturing techniques, and low dosages. So the lowest price is often not the best method to use when purchasing a product. Too often I see people who are spending hundreds of dollars a month on low quality products with almost no positive benefit. At the end of the day, purchasing natural health products is an overwhelming and often confusing process. It is always best to discuss what products are right for you with a profes-

sional that has training in this area. This professional should also be able to ensure you are not having any interactions between your supplements and medications. This will ensure that you are not wasting your money, but getting actual health benefits from the supplements that you are taking without any harm being done. If you still are uncertain if you are taking the right herbs and nutrients for you, I would strongly suggest speaking to your naturopathic doctor.

NATURAL: Absorbed This is not well absorbed by most people, especially if they are deficient in hydrochloric acid. Forms of calcium such as citrate, ascorbate, aspartate, and malate, are much more absorbable and higher quality products will use these instead. Once you have confirmed that a product has the right forms of the nutrients you are looking for, the next step is to make sure the product has enough of those nutrients to actually improve your health. Some products boast a wide range of really good ingredients but when you look at the labels, the amount of each ingredient is so small that it could not possibly have a therapeutic effect, or it is listed as a proprietary blend (A blend that lists the herbs but not the amounts of each). These proprietary blends prevent the consumer from knowing how much of each ingredient is actually in the product, and is often a sign of a lower quality product. Then there is the price. Too often

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Connie Glen sits outside her home in Oakville, Ont.. At its worst, plantar fasciitis can make even simple walking excruciatingly painful. But a range of treatments for this common heel and foot disorder can often speed up the healing process, while a range of simple steps can prevent it from coming back.

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TORONTO â€” Connie Glen isnâ€™t sure what she did exactly, but in February she started getting unexplained pain in her left heel â€” and seven months, several practitioners and about $2,000 later, itâ€™s still not entirely healed, though sheâ€™s finally seeing some improvement. Glen has plantar fasciitis, a common foot injury that can make walking even short distances an ouch-inducing exercise and one that has derailed many a planned marathon among running enthusiasts. The condition occurs when the plantar fascia â€” a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot from the heel bone to the toes â€” becomes inflamed, typically causing stabbing heel pain that for some people can be nothing short of excruciating. This band of tissue supports the arch of the foot; putting too much tension on the fascia through exercise, improper footwear or being overweight can cause micro-tears that lead to inflammation and pain. Glen, whose exercise routine had ironically included yoga and pilates to help stretch and strengthen her muscles to prevent injury, had started taking twice-weekly barre classes that incorporate some of the â€œup-on-yourtoesâ€? exercises ballet dancers use to limber up. â€œAnd I started getting this funny pain in my heel once in a while, but I didnâ€™t relate it to the barre class,â€? says the 49-year-old from Oakville, Ont., who works as a quality manager for a major food company. â€œThe mornings were just excruciating until Iâ€™d taken the first five or six steps,â€? Glen says of getting out of bed. â€œBut it wasnâ€™t just the mornings. It was every time I got up from my desk.â€? Vancouver podiatrist Joseph Stern says thatâ€™s a classic sign of plantar fasciitis, experiencing heel and often arch pain when walking after non-weightbearing rest â€” whether thatâ€™s taking oneâ€™s first steps in the morning, getting up after watching a movie or following stretches sitting on the couch or at a desk. â€œSome people will say it hurts for the first bunch of steps, then it calms a bit and then as the day progresses, it hurts,â€? says Stern, president of the Canadian Podiatric Medical Association. About 90 per cent of cases have biomechanical underpinnings, in which the foot does not have a sound foundation when a person is standing, walking or running, he says, pointing to such common causes as wearing worn-out or unsupportive shoes, carrying excess pounds or having tight calf muscles. â€œTreatment is like making a cake,

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BRIEF Ben Heppner enjoying postopera life as he joins Titanic musical cast TORONTO — Renowned Canadian tenor Ben Heppner says he doesn’t regret announcing in April that he’s retiring from singing opera. “I have loved it,” the Toronto-based Grammy Award winner and CBC-Radio host exclaimed in an interview. “I don’t miss the stage at all. “Well, I can remember once. I was (doing a radio show) and I played ’Danny Boy,’ which is a piece that I sang a lot, and it happened to be the same arrangement that I used, and when I heard it play there was just a little twinge.” But, as he puts it: “When you’re a performer, the stage always calls you in some way.” Hence his decision to join the cast of a new production of the Titanic musical, which Mirvish Productions will start running at the Princess of Wales Theatre in May. “The idea of a legit stage or however you want to describe was something I wanted to do to supplement what I’m doing at the radio station,” Heppner said in an interview after announcing his role at a press conference in the theatre on Wednesday. “I’m looking at the comprimario roles that are age-appropriate and not carrying the whole show. I’ve done that for my career and I’m tired of that.” Heppner, 58, will play the role of Isidor Straus, a prominent American

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Chelsea Handler is shown in a handout photo from her stand-up special ‘Uganda Be Kidding Me Live,’ premiering on Netflix Friday. kayaking in the Bahamas and escaping from a German hospital on crutches. “I’m very reckless physically. I was in a Vespa accident in Majorca,” she recalled. “I’m so used to getting hurt that I got back on my Vespa and rode around for the next two hours. The other girl complained the entire trip because we fell off the Vespa after something hit us. My feet were messed up, my arm. I still have three new scars from that accident.” She mused that her daredevil instincts come from growing up with brothers in New Jersey. “I think my brothers always instilled in me I was the fun one. I was the cool one because I would do whatever they did,” she said. “My other sister was a bit more timid, a little bit (more shy). She wasn’t as adventurous as I am... Maybe it was a way to get attention and a way for people to think I was cool and it just stuck with me.” Handler’s special also touches on

the more ridiculous elements of her life now that she is so successful. For example, her assistant commissions a private jet for Handler’s dogs to join her on vacation in Whistler, B.C. But she tries to shed the glamorous life while travelling, she said. “I want to carry my bags. I want to check my own luggage. I want to take care of the things in life that most people have to deal with,” she said. “I want to learn how to charge my phone. The dumbest stuff that’s embarrassing to admit that you don’t know how to do, I need to do it again.” Netflix was her No. 1 choice for a new platform for her comedy, she said, because “they’re cool and they’re forward-thinking and they’re taking over the world.” Handler has just begun brainstorming for the four docu-comedy specials she is set to produce. While she hasn’t nailed down the specifics, she sees them as funny documentaries with her as the “fish out of water.”

As for her talk show set to debut on Netflix in 2016, she said they haven’t figured out the formula yet. Ideally, she said she’d like three episodes to land on Netflix every Monday. One might be her doing “snake immersion therapy” to get over her fear of snakes, the other might be her going diving with sharks, and the third could be a round-up of the week’s global, political and celebrity news. “I’m not interested in talking about celebrities on a nightly basis. I want something for everybody. I want to broaden my group of watchers. I want people that haven’t seen me before in different countries to be able to relate. I want it to have some sort of educational value,” she said. “I want to do something that nobody has done before. Everybody was predicting what I was going to do, and I’m like, ‘I’m not going to do anything that anyone thinks I’m going to do.’ I never do.”

politician and businessman who coowned Macy’s department store. He’ll also have three other smaller roles in the ensemble cast. The opportunity came about after he and producer David Mirvish met in April. Heppner, who has performed at opera houses around the world, said he plans to “spend time with the script and the music” in the coming months while he researches his character.

The announcement Wednesday by the non-profit Theatre Within came a day before what would have been Lennon’s 74th birthday. Other performers include Kate Pierson of the B-52s, Joan Osborne, Marshall Crenshaw and Ben E. King. The event will be held Dec. 5 at Symphony Space. Yoko Ono said in a statement: “I share Theatre Within’s belief that music and the performing arts have a special power to bring people together and inspire us to make a positive difference. It’s beautiful that the Tribute continues to have such a powerful impact in John’s memory.” Rock photographer Bob Gruen, who photographed Lennon during the years he lived in New York, will be honoured with the first-ever John Lennon Real Love Award. Proceeds will benefit Lennon and Ono’s Spirit Foundation. Ticket prices are $65, $85 and $105.

Showtime reviving Twin Peaks in 2016

Actress Goldberg dies in sleep at age 40 CHICAGO — Actress Sarah Goldberg, who starred in the television series 7th Heaven and films including Jurassic Park III, has died at age 40. Goldberg’s mother, Judy Goldberg, told the Chicago Sun-Times that her daughter died in her sleep of natural causes Sept. 27 at the family’s cabin in Wisconsin. She says a heart ailment is suspected, but that an autopsy failed to determine the exact cause of death. Goldberg was born in Springfield and attended the Latin School of Chicago and Amherst College in Massachusetts. She started acting as an extra in the Julia Roberts movie My Best Friend’s Wedding and as a college student seeking drugs in the Denzel Washington movie Training Day. She also appeared on television in series like 90210, Judging Amy, and CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.

NEW YORK — Showtime is returning to the weird world of Twin Peaks in a new series a quarter-century after the original version rocked viewers with its strangeness. Series creators and executive producers David Lynch and Mark Frost will be back to write and produce the limited series. Showtime announced it will go into production next year and will air in 2016. Lynch will direct all nine episodes. Originally aired on ABC in 199091, it eerily posed the question, “Who killed Laura Palmer?” It was set in the quirky Pacific Northwest town of Twin Peaks, where the slain girl had lived. Showtime said the revived Twin Peaks will be set in the present-day and will provide long-awaited answers for the series’ fan base. No cast members were announced.

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Debbie Harry to perform at John Lennon tribute concert in NYC NEW YORK — Debbie Harry will perform at the 34th annual John Lennon charity tribute concert in New York City in December.

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TORONTO — Chelsea Handler is not fearless. The comedian is often hailed for her daring sense of humour and apparent lack of concern about offending anyone. In her new stand-up special Uganda Be Kidding Me Live, premiering Friday on Netflix, she holds nothing back in detailing a recent trip to Africa — including her uncontrollable bowel movements. But the 39-year-old former Chelsea Lately host says she gets scared all the time. “Fear is part of my life. I’ve just agreed to be in bed with it. I get nervous and then I go and conquer it because it feel like I have to,” she said. “I could never walk away from something because I’m scared. It’s just not in my DNA.” The special is the first part of a landmark deal Handler signed with Netflix after wrapping up her hit latenight show on E! earlier this year. She is also set to produce four “docu-comedies” for the streaming video provider and launch a talk show in 2016. Filmed in Chicago on the final stop of her Uganda Be Kidding Me tour to promote her book of the same title, the special is the first of its kind for Handler. “When I was on E!, I was like, ‘Don’t we have enough of me going around?’ I didn’t want to add my face to more television than necessary. I think I got sick of myself a long time ago, so I was a little sensitive of having myself be everywhere at once,” she said. Handler has been doing stand-up since her early 20s, but her breakout moment arrived in 2002 on Oxygen’s all-female practical joke reality show Girls Behaving Badly. She launched Chelsea Lately in 2007 and has published several comic memoirs including My Horizontal Life: A Collection of One-Night Stands and Are You There, Vodka? It’s Me, Chelsea. In her latest book, she chronicles not only her safari trip to Africa but her travels all over the globe, including

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