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ABOVE: A wildfire burning out of control 22 km east of Slave Lake is shown in an Alberta government handout photo. Wildfires have forced about 4,000 people from their homes in north- central Alberta but officials don’t believe any houses have been lost. INSET: The North Wabasca Lake fire is pictured on Sunday, May 24, 2015. BY THE CANADIAN PRESS About 5,000 people remained out from their homes Tuesday as wildfires continued to burn in north-central Alberta. The evacuees included people from Wabasca, the Bigstone Cree First Nation and two municipal districts in a rural area north of Edmonton. Agriculture and Forestry Minister Oneil Carlier said he hopes people will abide by a provincewide fire ban. “Most of the province is under a high to severe fire threat and it is incredibly important at this time that we all do everything we can to keep people safe.” The Municipal District of Opportunity and the Bigstone reserve, along with the MD of Lesser Slave River, were under states of local emergency, which allow local authorities to order evacuations and control travel in affected areas. An evacuation order was lifted

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Most of the province is under a high to severe fire threat and it is incredibly important at this time that we all do everything we can to keep people safe. — Oneil Carlier Agriculture and Forestry Minister Tuesday afternoon for the area of the Old Smith Highway, and about 300 residents were expected to begin returning over the next day. However, those who returned were told to remain on a 30-minute evacua-

tion notice, and Chief Jamie Coutts of the Lesser Slave Regional Fire Service advised they should not disable or remove any sprinklers on their property.

CALGARY — Wildfires have prompted more evacuations from oilsands sites south of Fort McMurray, Alta., adding to the list of operators to be affected by outof-control blazes in northeastern region of the province. MEG Energy (TSX:MEG) has bused about 900 workers out of its operations in the Christina Lake area, with about 80 staying behind for essential functions, spokesman Brad Bellows said Tuesday. The facility was undergoing some scheduled maintenance work so there were more than twice as many people on site than would be there ordinarily. Affected workers have either returned to their homes in Edmonton or are being put up in hotels there while the company awaits word from provincial authorities that it’s safe to return. “The movement of staff off-site was purely a precautionary measure,” said Bellows. “There was no imminent danger to our people, most importantly, or to our facilities.” Meanwhile, Statoil Canada has removed more than 150 nonessential employees and contractors from its Leismer project south of Fort McMurray. About 30 workers are staying behind to keep the around 20,000-barrel-a-day facility running, said spokesman Peter Symons. “At this point, we haven’t had any interruption in our oilsands production and we’re just keeping a really close eye on the weather,” he said. On Tuesday afternoon, about 90 workers left Cenovus Energy’s (TSX:CVE) Narrows Lake oilsands project 150 kilometres south of Fort McMurray due to a forest fire burning about 15 kilometres away. Narrows Lake doesn’t produce any oil yet and construction work on it has stopped because of low crude prices. A work camp was being completed at the time of the evacuation. Two workers have also been taken out of Cenovus’ Birch Mountain natural gas plant by helicopter.

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Faith no more: Faculty rejects RDC leadership SYMBOLIC NON-CONFIDENCE VOTE SUGGESTS 70% DISAPPROVE OF COLLEGE’S DIRECTION BY LANA MICHELIN ADVOCATE STAFF Some faculty members are unhappy with Red Deer College’s leadership and direction. Administration at RDC is being expanded at a time of falling student enrolment and cuts to staff and programs, said Faculty Association of Red Deer College president Ken Heather. His association organized a nonconfidence vote on the leadership of RDC president Joel Ward and board of governors chair Shelley Ralston. Of the faculty association’s approximately 350 members, 146 voted on the question, and about 70 per cent of ballots indicated a lack of faith in the direction that Ward and Ralston were setting. The non-confidence vote is only symbolic, said Heather.

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“There’s no strength in this gesture,” except to alert Central Albertans that their education spending is not being maximized in the classroom. Heather maintains that not all course and program reductions are because of falling provincial funding. As the college restructures to try to become a degree-granting polytechnical university, “administrative costs have gone up by $2.7 million in the last five years,” he added. He arrived at this figure after doing a FOIP search of expenses submitted to Alberta Advanced Education. Heather said these documents also show RDC’s administration costs had leapt by 114 per cent since 2010. Meanwhile, student enrolment at the college has fallen by about 10 per cent and faculty positions reduced by about 15 per cent. Ward and Ralston dispute these

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numbers, saying they are not being interpreted “in context.” Ward said he understands “it’s been a difficult year,” and that changes and some job losses are not easy to accept, but there’s good reason for the restructuring at RDC. It’s being done to comply with professional standards that outline what it takes to become a degree-granting polytechnic university. The longer-term goal is better serving the needs of Central Albertans by ensuring they have opportunities to earn their degrees at home instead of having to leave the area to go to a larger centre, he added. Comparisons between administration levels at RDC today and in the past aren’t easy to determine, as there used to be an overlap between instructional and administrative responsibilities. For instance, Ward said many

of the college’s former 23 chairs (who have been replaced with seven associate deans) had to do some administrative work, as well as classroom instruction. Instructors can focus on their educational roles since their administrative responsibilities now rest with the new associate deans, said Ward. Heather lists some program and course eliminations over the last five years: hospitality and tourism, computer systems technology, French, Spanish, printmaking, auto service and health-care aide certificates. He believes Central Alberta’s postsecondary students are getting a raw deal, since the less program choice they have locally, the more they will have to go elsewhere for their education.

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City of Red Deer fire medics tend to an injured pedestrian involved in a collision Tuesday. The male pedestrian was struck by at least one vehicle after stepping into moving traffic west of City Hall Park on 49th Avenue late Tuesday afternoon. The victim was transported to hospital with serious injuries.

Southern Alberta city councillor pushes for lower municipal voting age LETHBRIDGE — A southern Alberta city councillor wants to see the voting age in municipal elections lowered to 16, and he’s getting some support from Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi. Jeff Coffman of Lethbridge plans to present a resolution at the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association convention later this year. Coffman received enough support from other Lethbridge councillors to go ahead with the resolution in September. Coffman says allowing people to vote before they are 18 helps foster future participation at the ballot box. Nenshi says he agrees, and that it’s a great way to get young people interested in the democratic process.

“The public should have no concern about the future direction of the college.” While Heather questioned whether college administration would sustain any of the reductions so far borne by programs and faculty, Ward said some administrative cuts would be announced in the next month. lmichelin@reddeeradvocate.com

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RDC: Bottom third of administrative spending But at a time of government funding reductions, Ward said dwindling student enrolment determined the fates of these programs and courses because they were not cost-effective. The decision to cut them was made by a school board made up of students, faculty and administration. “It wasn’t just up to me,” he said. During the same period, some new programs were added at RDC: occupational and physical therapy, medical lab assistant, and two streams of mechanical and electrical engineering. Ward maintains that RDC was in the top third for instructional spending and bottom third for administrative spending in the last provincial report done on 26 educational facilities in 2012-13. While administration costs have grown a little since, he added, “We’re still within normal parameters.” Ralston, a human resources leader for Zerox Canada, said the board of governors fully supports RDC restructuring to become a degree-granting facility for the future benefit of students — and she believes the community does, too. Feedback from meetings with the chamber of commerce, employers, and local “social and cultural groups” showed strong support for the changes, she added.

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WILDFIRES: 70 fires burning in the province As of Tuesday afternoon, there were 70 fires burning in the province; 20 were considered to be out of control. The fire about 20 kilometres east Slave Lake was estimated to be five square kilometres in size. The fire near Wabasca and Bigstone was about two square kilometres. Wildfire officer Geoffrey Driscoll said fire crews, along with helicopters and air tankers, have been working hard to keep those fires from growing much larger. But he said that could change depending on the temperature, wind and humidity. Many new fires were started Monday night by lightning, and more lightning was forecast for late Tuesday. “We’re going to hope that it comes with some rain but likely it’s not going to come with enough to make a difference,” he said. A long, dry spell in the area has been the biggest concern.

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Its Foster Creek project remains shut down after a precautionary evacuation of 1,800 workers on Saturday. The fire is about 25 kilometres from the site, so for now the infrastructure at Foster Creek is not under threat. Foster Creek, which is jointly-owned with ConocoPhillips, normally produces 135,000 barrels a day. Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) also evacuated all 250 workers on Saturday from its 80,000-barrel a day Primrose facility and reduced production at its Kirby South operations by 18,000 barrels a day to 12,000 barrels a day. So far, it’s business as usual at Imperial Oil Ltd.’s (TSX:IMO) Cold Lake oilsands project northeast of Edmonton, which averaged about 152,000 barrels a day of bitumen production in the first quarter. “It’s a dynamic situation,” said spokesman Pius Rolheiser. “We’re keeping a really close eye on it.”

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He says teenagers today are very knowledgeable. “I think that a lot of teenagers, particularly if they are still in school, know probably more about governance than we know, so it is certainly something to look at.” Nenshi says mock student votes often mirror what happens in actual elections, adding this past provincial election saw the student vote within three or four seats of the actual results. If Coffman’s resolution is approved at the convention, it will go to the provincial government with a request to amend the Local Authorities Election Act. Coffman says he’s concerned about the steady decline in voter turn out in the younger generation. “The earlier you get someone to vote, the more that habit sticks with them through their life,” he said. “If we can encourage people to be voting that very first election, then that’s an opportunity for us to build a healthier democratic process in the future.”

WINNIPEG — The rise of Alberta’s New Democrats is prompting a growing number of Manitoba Premier Greg Selinger’s key staff members to head west. It’s a study in contrasts — the ascendant Alberta NDP making history, compared to a Manitoba NDP government that has suffered from infighting and low polling numbers after 15 years in power. Selinger started losing top advisers last December, after five senior cabinet ministers challenged his leadership in a contest he ended up winning by the narrowest of margins. His chief of staff, his caucus director, his communications chief and more parted ways with the premier in the ensuing months. Some ended up in Alberta, where the NDP won power for the first time earlier this month. Sally Housser, who was the Selinger’s press secretary, took on the same role for Rachel Notley during the Alberta election. She has since signed on with a public relations firm doing work in Alberta. Selinger’s top adviser, Anna Rothney, and his caucus director, Jen Anthony, have taken up roles with the Alberta NDP. The exodus continued this week, as Peter DallaVicenza, Selinger’s acting issues management director, and Brent Dancey, a special adviser to cabinet on energy issues, served notice they are leaving to work in Alberta. Some of those who left also played key roles in successful Manitoba NDP election campaigns in 2007 and 2011. The next election is slated for April. But Selinger’s new chief of staff, Jeremy Read, said there is no reason to worry. Younger staffers who have learned from the departed staff are moving up the chain. “A number of (younger people) that they’ve mentored through a couple of campaigns are around, and are experienced and talented people,” he said. Royce Koop, who teaches political science at the University of Manitoba, said it’s not unusual for governments to lose staff, but the volume of departures may be a sign that staffers are worried about the Manitoba NDP’s chances. “It certainly would seem to indicate that people don’t have as much confidence in (Selinger’s) ability to win the next election as perhaps they used to, but ... people do come and go out of these jobs.”

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BY THE CANADIAN PRESS EDMONTON — Parks Canada’s plans for fly-in tours to the nesting grounds of the world’s last natural flock of whooping cranes may be as endangered as the enormous birds themselves. Excursions planned for May and June have been cancelled, because the birds have declined to nest near observation blinds built by officials at Wood Buffalo National Park on the AlbertaNorthwest Territories boundary. And while tours are still planned for August, an aboriginal band is preparing to ask the Federal Court for an injunction to ban the trips altogether. “We haven’t been consulted on these tours,” said Chief Frieda Martselos of the Salt Lake First Nation in Fort Smith, N.W.T. The band has the right to practise traditional activities in the park. “We don’t want the tours to go ahead.” Whooping cranes, the tallest bird in North America and with a two-metre wing span, were once hunted almost to extinction. Intensive conservation efforts from their wintering grounds in Texas to their nesting sites in northern Alberta have brought back a few hundred. While there are captive breeding programs, the Wood Buffalo flock is the last natural one left, said Jeff Wells, chief scientist of the Boreal Songbird Initiative. “They’re the only population that survived from the original birds.” This spring, Parks Canada announced plans to bring bird enthusiasts to the remote park to watch the whoopers. Leaving from Fort Smith, the tours would offer an airplane fly-over at 330 metres for $1,400; a helicopter tour

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A whooping crane carries a crab at the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge near Rockport, Tex., Feb.25, 2010. Environment Canada’s plans to offer fly-in tours to the nesting grounds of endangered whooping cranes appear to have been grounded. with a fly-over and a landing to get a closer look for $2,900; and a helicopter trip with a hike to a camouflaged blind

in the nesting area for $3,900. All tours would be accompanied by Parks Canada guides.

“We are not doing our May-June delivery as no cranes have nested in the areas near our blinds,” said Parks Canada spokeswoman Christina Tricoma in an emailed statement. “Parks Canada remains committed to this exceptional tourism product, which will highlight crane conservation efforts, provide local communities with economic benefits and offer a unique way for Canadians to build a meaningful connection to this iconic species. Additional tours are scheduled for August.” Martselos said the first her band heard about the plans was in a newspaper article. That breaks a 1922 promise Parks Canada made to the band to consult them about activities within Wood Buffalo, she said. The band also has conservation concerns. “They prohibit us from using allterrain vehicles in the park, but it’s OK to land a helicopter. It doesn’t make sense.” She points out there are whooping cranes nesting on band-owned land that her First Nation has protected. “They were on the endangered species list. We respected that.” Wells said tours would offer the public a rare chance to see the cranes, perhaps building support for conservation. But there are risks. He said any disturbance at a nest could disrupt the parents’ feeding schedule or expose eggs or chicks to the weather or predators. “I’d like to think that they may have done some research to look at the potential disturbance perimeters. “It doesn’t seem advisable at face value.”

Rookie MLA sorry for photo, plans to stay on the job BY THE CANADIAN PRESS EDMONTON — A rookie member of the Alberta legislature who was suspended from the NDP caucus over a controversial photo won’t be quitting her job. Deborah Drever said in a statement posted Tuesday on Facebook that she supports gay rights, but understands that the picture may have caused some people harm. The photo shows former Tory Premier Jim Prentice and former cabinet minister Ric McIver with doodled speech bubbles and a comment below that reads: “Gay boyz.” “My flippant attempt at humour backfired and I sincerely apologize to my constituents and to all Albertans for that,” said Drever.

“I want to stress in the strongest possible terms that my comment was never intended to convey an insult to LGBTQI people. I also want to make it perfectly clear that I know now that my intent doesn’t matter. When it comes to discriminatory language or actions, intent is irrelevant when it causes harm to another person or persons.” Drever, a 26-year-old university student who lives with her grandmother, said she posted a screen capture of the photo on her Instagram account about a year before the May 5 election. It started circulating on Twitter last Friday, the same day NDP Premier Rachel Notley announced Drever’s suspension. A few days earlier, the premier had met with Drever to talk about other questionable social media photos. One photo shows a 19-year-old Drever

standing next to a marijuana T-shirt. Another shows a disembodied hand giving the middle finger to the Canadian flag. Drever also appeared on a garage band album cover pretending to be assaulted by a man with a bottle. Drever called that photo an inexplicable error of Deborah Drever youth. Online petitions called for Drever to quit or be removed from her seat. Notley asked her to develop a plan

to heighten awareness of violence against women. The premier has said she may review Drever’s status in caucus within a year. “I am also sorry that I was the source of significant distraction from what should have been a time of celebration for Premier Notley and the NDP caucus. I appreciate the premier’s past advice and will live up to the expectations she has set out for me over the coming months.” Drever said she is dedicated to her job and will stay on as an Independent member of the legislature for Calgary Bow. “I know that I have a tremendous opportunity to serve as a role model for young people and I plan to do just that. In the coming weeks, I am focused on meeting with constituents and with equal rights organizations.”

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House cleaning on way? EVERY DECADE OR SO, CANADIANS MAKE A CLEAN SWEEP OF GOVERNMENT Every 10 years or so, Canadian voters take a broom and clean house on Parliament Hill. They often rearrange the furniture in ways unexpected by those who had grown comfortable in the backrooms of power. Think back to 1984 and the ushering in of a Quebec/Alberta coalition crafted by Brian Mulroney’s Progressive Conservatives. At the time, a Conservative sweep of the Liberal fortress that Quebec had been under Pierre Trudeau was almost as unthinkable as the 2011 orange wave. Only five years before, in 1979, Quebec had so massively voted Liberal as to deprive Joe Clark of a majority. CHANTAL Then, a bit HÉBERT less than a decade after Mulroney’s first victory, the Bloc Québécois and the Reform party took crowbars to the house he had built, leaving the Tory party in ruins and clearing the way to a Liberal decade under Jean Chrétien. At the time of the latter’s retirement, most Liberals expected to stay in power indefinitely under Paul Martin. They dismissed the notion that Stephen Harper could ever be prime minister or that their party could fall to third place behind the NDP. It is in the nature of successful ruling parties to develop a blind spot for the rot that tends to set in over their time in office. At some point they stop seeing themselves as voters see them and become agents of their own electoral destruction. Harper’s Conservatives are precariously close to having reached that point, if they have not yet. At a minimum they seem to be blind to every warning sign of imminent danger. There has always been an army of voters — usually a majority — that would not be caught dead supporting the Conservatives. That has been par for the course for the past decade. But there is mounting evidence that the anti-Conservative vote is more solid while the pro-Harper vote is frittering away. Anecdotally, the sense that it is time for a change is rampant (and growing) in just about every region of the country. The Conservatives seem hell-bent on solidifying that sense at every step of the way to the campaign. There is no rationale for the prime minister to boycott — as he is currently

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set to do — the leaders’ debates that will be produced by the country’s main networks in the next campaign. Most voters can only construe that as hubris. In the same spirit, there is no justification for spending millions of public dollars on self-serving pre-election advertising. It can only come across as behaviour symptomatic of a party that has come to think its interests and those of the government are one and the same and that they share the same purse. At this rate, regime change could easily trump policy as a ballot box issue next fall. What is certain is that a pre-election budget designed to shore up the Conservative advantage in the lead-up to the campaign has instead fallen flat.

A month after its presentation, the ruling party is back at or below the 30 per cent mark in national polls. At the same time, the security issue that the Conservatives see as a trump card next fall may not have the electoral traction that they had hoped. In Quebec, where terrorism has been consistently high on the radar for months, a CROP poll published on Friday in La Presse found that the high profile of the anti-terrorism debate had failed to turn it into a ballot box issue. That same poll reported a steep jump in NDP support over the past month. Based on CROP’s numbers, another Quebec orange wave next fall is not out of the question. The New Democrats can thank Ra-

chel Notley for that. In the wake of the NDP victory in Alberta, more voters are seeing Thomas Mulcair as a potential prime minister — and not only in Quebec. Some Conservative strategists welcome polls that predict a three-way national race next fall because they think a more competitive NDP will create more opposition splits in their favour. Fair enough, but the subtext of those polls is also that an electorate increasingly driven to regime change by a singularly tone-deaf incumbent team is willing to look at more than one option in the quest for an alternative to the current prime minister. Chantal Hébert is a syndicated Toronto Star national affairs writer.

Syria: The Last Chance Saloon The fall of Ramadi to Islamic State troops last week was not a big deal. The city was deep inside ISheld territory, IS fighters had controlled 80 per cent of it since March, and we already knew that the Iraqi army can’t fight. Even so, Islamic State is not going to take much more of Iraq. What it doesn’t already hold is either Shia or just not Arab at all (Kurdistan), and that is not fertile ground for Sunni Arab fanatics. The fall of Palmyra on Friday was a very big deal, because it was clear evidence that the Syrian army’s morale is starting to crumble. It was doing quite well until last summer and even regaining GWYNNE ground from the insurgents, DYER but the tide has now turned. After every defeat and retreat, it gives up more easily at the next stop. It may be too late already, but at best the Syrian regime is now in the Last Chance Saloon. The Syrian army is very tired and short of manpower after four years of war, but what is really making the difference is that the insurgents are now united in two powerful groups rather than being split into dozens of bickering fragments. Unfortunately, both of those groups are Islamist fanatics. The Al Nusra Front had to fight very hard for Idlib, the northwestern provincial capital, in March, but Islamic State met little resistance when it took over the Damascus suburb of Yarmouk in April.

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And Palmyra and the adjacent gas fields, which the regime fought for months to defend last year, fell to Islamic State this month after just four days. It’s never possible to say when a hard-pressed army will actually collapse, but the Syrian army is now in zone. If the Assad regime does go under, Islamic State and the Nusra Front will take over all of Syria. What happens next would be very ugly. Islamic State and the Nusra Front are both “takfiri” groups who believe that Muslims who do not follow their own extreme version of Sunni Islam are “apostates”, not real Muslims, and that they deserve to be killed. Around one-third of Syria’s population are “apostates” by this definition — Alawites, other Shias, and Druze — and they are all at great risk. True, the Nusra Front has been less outspoken about its intentions than Islamic State, but that’s just a question of timing and tactics. The basic ideology is the same, and the Nusra Front in power would be committed by its own religious beliefs to exactly the same murderous “cleansing” of the population. When religious fanatics tell you they intend to do something, it is wise to take them seriously. An Islamist victory in Syria could entail the death of millions. It would also cause panic in the neighbouring Arab countries, Lebanon, Jordan and Saudi Arabia. Yet no nearby Arab country will put troops into Syria to stop the looming disaster, because they cannot imagine fighting fellow Sunnis in Syria, however extreme their doctrine, in order to save the Shia regime of Bashar al Assad. You don’t get the choices you would like to have. You only get the choices that are on the table, even if you are the president of the world’s only superpower. At this point Barack Obama has only two options: save the Syrian regime, or let it go under and live

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with the consequences. It’s not even clear that he can save it. He cannot and should not put American troops on the ground in Syria, but he could provide military and economic aid to the Syrian regime — and, more importantly, put U.S. airpower at the service of the Syrian army. Even that might not save Assad’s regime, but it would certainly help the morale of the army and the two-thirds of the population that still lives under his rule. With more and better weapons and U.S. air support, the Syrian army might be able to catch its breath and regain its balance. It would be a gamble, and if Obama did that he would be alienating two major allies, Turkey and Saudi Arabia. But if he doesn’t do it, very bad things may follow. U.S. planes are already bombing Islamic State (and the Nusra Front too, in practice) all over northern Syria, but they did not bomb the IS troops attacking Palmyra. That was a deliberate decision, not an oversight, even though Palmyra would probably not have fallen if Obama had given the order. The U.S. president didn’t do that because he is still stuck in the fantasy-land of an American-trained “third force” that will defeat both Islamic State and the Assad regime in a couple of years’ time. Saving the Syrian regime is a deeply unattractive choice, because it is a brutally repressive dictatorship. Its only redeeming virtues are that it is not genocidal, and does not threaten all of the neighbours. Obama may have as little as a couple of months to come to terms with reality and make a decision. Waiting until the Syrian regime is already falling to intervene is not a good option; decision time is now. His reluctance to decide is entirely understandable, but rescuing Assad is the least bad option. Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist.

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OTTAWA — In a sudden about-face, the Harper government said Tuesday it’s thinking about giving Canadians the option of hiking their contributions to the Canada Pension Plan — a measure that would help them boost their retirement savings. With an election date less then five months away, the move looked like a surprise effort by the Conservatives to wrestle some ground away from their political foes. The Tories have long opposed expanding the government-managed pension plan — an idea supported by the NDP — but Finance Minister Joe Oliver told the House of Commons that they intend to consult experts and stakeholders on the matter this summer. The government’s goal: explore ways that would allow Canadians to make voluntary add-on contributions

to the CPP. “We are open to giving Canadians the option to voluntarily contribute more to the Canada Pension Plan to supplement their current CPP retirement savings,” said Oliver, who offered few details and did not speak to reporters after question period. People need choices when it comes to their retirement savings, rather than being forced to make mandatory payments, Oliver said. The government, he added, aims to build on other voluntary savings options already available, such as pooled, registered pension plans and tax-free savings accounts. The subject of retirement income is expected to be a weighty election issue this fall and the Tories’ opponents lined up to portray Tuesday’s change of heart as crass political opportunism. “They’re trying to scoop up a few votes of those that are concerned about

their pensions,” said NDP finance critic Nathan Cullen. “I don’t know if they’re actually going to do it. If they were going to do it, one would’ve imagined they would have done it already.” The NDP has long called for a mandatory expansion of the Canada Pension Plan to help Canadians save for retirement. Liberal finance critic Scott Brison accused the Tories of swiping the idea of voluntary expansion from his party’s 2011 election platform. He said the timing of the announcement — on the “eve of an election” — shows the move was more about winning votes than good policy. “The Conservatives criticized it and have criticized it ever since,” Brison said of the Liberal proposal. Tuesday’s news came as a surprise to those who have long been calling for it. “It’s, first of all, a 180-degree turn from what they had been saying for the

Conservative MP’s Reform Act gets bumpy ride in Senate committee BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — Prospects are looking grim for Michael Chong’s legislative baby, the Reform Act 2014. Conservative senators from Chong’s caucus — along with some Liberals — laid out their opposition to parts of the private member’s bill Tuesday at the Senate rules committee. That’s a strong signal that the proposed legislation, which is designed to give MPs more power in the Commons, will not get through the upper chamber without amendments. Amendments would be the kiss of death for the bill, which would then go back to the House of Commons for more votes. There’s less than a month before the two houses rise for the summer; an election campaign will dissolve Parliament in the fall. So is Chong’s bill is essentially being killed by the Prime Minister’s Office through the Senate? If so, it would be an ironic turn of events, given that the bill is supposed to temper the power of party leaders. Chong said he does not know if his Senate colleagues have been coached to make sure the bill doesn’t see the light of day — but he warned that voters are watching.

‘I WOULD LIKE TO THINK THAT POLITICAL PARTIES ARE AWARE OF AN IMPENDING FEDERAL ELECTION AND THAT THEY WOULD TAKE THIS INTO ACCOUNT WHEN IT COMES TO WHETHER OR NOT THEY SUPPORT THIS BILL.’ — MICHAEL CHONG CONSERVATIVE MP

“It potentially could become an election issue,” Chong said after the meeting. The seniors lobby group CARP emailed its 300,000 members on the weekend to warn that the bill had become stalled, he added. “I would like to think that political parties are aware of an impending federal election and that they would take this into account when it comes to whether or not they support this bill.” The act is billed as a way to rebalance power between members of Parliament and party leaders. One section would remove the veto power of party leaders over who gets to run in a federal election — a stick that leaders have brandished over MPs

to ensure caucus discipline. The bill would also give MPs the power to suspend and readmit colleagues and to select their caucus chair. More controversially, it would allow MPs to trigger a leadership review vote inside the caucus. That has proven to be the main point of contention for senators, who argue that it would strip the power from tens of thousands of party members and from Canadian voters who approve of certain leaders. “In the case of the government, that could potentially remove a duly elected prime minister without consultation of party members or Canadian voters,” said Conservative Sen. Denise Batters. “How do you square that with grassroots democracy?” Canadian voters do not elect leaders or governments — they elect MPs and legislatures, Chong told the committee. Allowing parties to decide solely on leaders in the Commons gives semiprivate entities power that should rest with elected MPs, he said. Most of the time, it’s party caucuses that dump leaders anyway, he added — it’s just that the current process has no rules and can get messy, such as in the case of former Alberta premier Alison Redford, or ex-B.C. MP Stockwell Day when he was leader of the now-defunct Canadian Alliance.

last five years,” said Susan Eng, vicepresident of advocacy for the influential seniors group CARP. She did, however, describe the change as “sort of like a half-measure.” Eng said internal polls of her organization’s members have shown that 80 per cent of them support mandatory expansion of the pension plan. The concern is that people aren’t disciplined enough to save enough for retirement on their own; higher mandatory pension contributions would help them get there, she said. The long-running debate about the Canada Pension Plan has also spilled into the provinces. Last month, Ontario introduced legislation to create its own provincial plan for more than three million people who do not have a workplace pension. In 2010, then-finance minister Jim Flaherty proposed a “modest” mandatory CPP increase and rejected the idea of a voluntary one.

Ottawa narrowing the gap on veterans issues: ombudsman BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — An analysis of whether the Conservative government is living up to its promises to improve the delivery of benefits for veterans suggests things are moving in a positive direction, the veterans’ ombudsman says. Veterans and the government still aren’t in sync on what programs and services ought to look like, but there’s been progress, Guy Parent said. “We haven’t closed any gaps but certainly there are some being narrowed,” Parent said. “And I think they are being narrowed because the intent of the recommendations is being met.” It’s been nearly a year since the House of Commons veterans affairs committee made 14 recommendations on improving the so-called New Veterans Charter, the 2006 document that changed how benefits are delivered. The ombudsman has been calling for changes to various elements of the policy in a series of reports beginning in 2013. The charter, introduced by the Liberals but implemented by the Conservatives, has been controversial for how veterans’ benefits are determined and paid out. Fighting over its application has coloured the relationship between veterans and the government for years.

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Trapped miners not in danger: company PREISSAC, Que. — At least eight miners are still trapped underground in northwestern Quebec but a company spokesman says the situation is not life-threatening. Nine miners were originally stuck at the Iamgold (TSX:IMG) mine in Preissac in the Abitibi-Temiscamingue region. One report said one minor had been freed. Company official Sylvain Lehoux said earlier today the miners were to be rescued this afternoon but they were still trapped more than 12 hours after a wall moved because of seismic activity in the area. The company suspended operations for the day.

Mounties conduct raids believed linked to radicalization MONTREAL — The RCMP conducted Montreal-area raids on Tuesday that were believed to be linked to an investigation into radicalization. Spokeswoman Camille Habel said warrants were executed but she did not elaborate. One of the homes targeted was where police were recently photographed making an arrest related to an antiradicalization operation. Uniformed Mounties were spotted by TV cameras Tuesday removing boxes and computer equipment in St-Leonard, in east-end Montreal. In mid-May, federal authorities arrested 10 young Montrealers who were suspected of wanting to join jihadist groups overseas. They were released without charge after police confiscated their passports, but authorities noted that an investigation was ongoing.

Rescued whale to stay at aquarium VANCOUVER — A baby false killer whale found stranded near Tofino, B.C., last summer will not be released back to the wild. The whale, named Chester by Vancouver Aquarium staff, was in poor condition and had cuts on his body when he was rescued in July 2014. A panel of experts put together by Fisheries and Oceans Canada has now determined the animal wouldn’t survive in the wild because of his young age, a lack of survival and foraging skills, and extensive contact with humans. The aquarium successfully rehabilitated Chester, and he was kept in its care while the fisheries department decided on a long-term option. Chester will continue to be housed at the aquarium and will soon be introduced to a new roommate — a Pacific white-sided dolphin named Helen.

Former justice to arbitrate expense claims clash BY THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — The Senate is turning to a former justice of the Supreme Court of Canada to referee any disputes arising among senators over dubious expense claims flagged by the auditor general. It’s the latest attempt by the Senate to get ahead of what is widely expected to be a critical report on past spending practices. Ian Binnie will be called to intervene in cases where senators who are ordered to pay back disallowed expense claims opt to challenge either the findings of the report or the amount they are required to repay. But Binnie may not be that busy. Senators have already started repaying expense claims questioned by auditor general Michael Ferguson, ensuring they won’t go to arbitration. The repayments started shortly after Ferguson’s audit teams walked into Senate offices almost two years ago and, according to Senate sources, have picked up steam in recent weeks since senators received their final audit results. “Once we have the report we’ll be able to determine who has repaid and whether that amount matches the amount in the report,” said Senate spokeswoman Nancy Durning. “All amounts owing and paid will be made public, whether they happened before or after the report is released.” Senators in the most trouble with auditors are expected to avail themselves of the arbitration process, hoping to avoid a hefty repayment order, or having their file sent to the RCMP for review. Senate sources who are familiar with the auditor’s work say Ferguson is expected to

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW 1. There are up to 40 senators who will have their spending challenged by auditor general Michael Ferguson. All will have the chance to go through Binnie’s dispute resolution process, which could save them thousands of dollars and avoid having the RCMP called in to review their file. 2. All of Binnie’s decisions will be made public. 3. Binnie won’t be the ultimate authority on who should pay and who shouldn’t. That decision still lies with the Senate’s internal economy committee — the same committee that was recommend that 10 cases be referred to the RCMP. Up to 30 other senators are expected to face repayment orders worth thousands — as high as $20,000 in at least one case — over travel claims that didn’t involve Senate business, as well as questionable office contracts and housing claims. Ferguson’s report is expected to be delivered to the Senate some time next week. Senate Speaker Leo Housakos said current and retired senators in trouble with Ferguson will have the chance for a hearing with Binnie. “Every single case that the auditor general identifies where there are disagreements will have the arbitration process at their disposal, including those that will be, I assume, referred to the RCMP or any other authority,” Housakos told a news conference Tuesday on Parliament Hill.

accused of whitewashing Sen. Mike Duffy’s final audit report, eliminating references that criticized his travel and housing claims. 4. Neither Duffy nor suspended senators Patrick Brazeau and Pamela Wallin had arbitration as an option when they were suspended in November 2013. 5. Senators against whom Binnie rules will receive a repayment notice from the Senate. If they refuse, the Senate will claw back their salary until all funds are recouped; if a retired senator refuses to repay, the Senate will take them to court. Senators who don’t repay the upper chamber will have their salaries clawed back until the Senate recoups all the money owed to it. Retired senators caught in Ferguson’s report will have to sign an agreement that Binnie’s decisions are binding, Housakos said. If they fail to repay any money owed, the Senate intends to take those retirees to court. Housakos said all of Binnie’s decisions will be made public. And Binnie said the new process will be independent, fair and impartial. “Every citizen has the right to due process,” he said. “The Senate arbitration process ensures this.” The arbitration process wasn’t available in the fall of 2013 when the Senate suspended Mike Duffy, Patrick Brazeau and Pamela Wallin without pay.

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Blue Grass Sod Farms buys Dentoom’s BY PAUL COWLEY ADVOCATE STAFF Like a well-kept lawn, Blue Grass Sod Farms Ltd. is experiencing healthy growth. The 45-year-old Red Deer County-based business announced on Tuesday that it was acquiring another longtime local horticultural business, Dentoom’s Greenhouses. Blue Grass president Bruce McEwen said their retail operations will be moved from their Hwy 11A location west of Red Deer to Dentoom’s high-visibility site on the same highway closer to Hwy 2. “We’re really excited about it,” he said, of the move that officially takes place on July 1. “The move allows us to provide a broader array of quality products to our customers.” McEwen said the deal provides an opportunity for a one-stop retail experience and acquiring Dentoom’s four acres of greenhouses allows Blue Grass to significantly expand its annual and perennial inventory locally. “We’re going to start moving some stuff there in June,” he said, adding it will take a little time to complete the transition. Dentoom’s will also be used for the sod side of the business, which provides 500 acres of sod annually. As well, Blue Grass also has 60,000 trees growing in nursery and operates a 10,000-square-foot greenhouse in Calgary, which is operated by Bruce’s brother Bill. Dentoom’s owner Lori Bradley was also enthusiastic about the change. “I think it’s going to be great,” Bradley said. “The two companies are so different but yet so alike, and I think it’s just going to be taken to the next level with their resources and our resources.” Lori, daughter Rebecca and son Zachary will all stay involved in the joint business. McEwen said the desire for a better retail site was a big part of the deal. Dentoom’s site will become the wholesale and retail centre and operations will be managed out of Blue Grass’s existing location at Range Road 282 north of Hwy 11A. Blue Grass employs about 70 in Red Deer and 130 in Calgary full- and part-time, and the Dentoom’s deal will add another six full-time staff. Terms of the sale have not been disclosed.

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Bruce McEwen of Blue Grass Sod Farms has a look around the interior of Dentoom’s Greenhouses on highway 11A just west of the QE2 highway on Tuesday. On July 1st Blue Grass will take over ownership of the greenhouses. Dentoom’s was purchased in 1991 from its namesake family, which started it in 1954 and ran a small greenhouse in north Red Deer. “We brought it up from a little tiny greenhouse

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in Red Deer that had been around for years and expanded it out on Hwy 11A in 1997, and ever since the business has just been growing,” said Bradley. pcowley@reddeeradvocate.com

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BY ADVOCATE STAFF The Ponoka and District Chamber of Commerce has received a provincial award. Ponoka, Fort Macleod and Lethbridge were all honoured by the Alberta Chambers of Commerce with 2015 Chamber of the Year Awards. The Ponoka chamber won in the 101-to-300-members category. It was cited for hosting a number of successful events that bring together its community. It was also lauded for its successful relationships with its municipal and provincial government, which enable it to be an effective voice for its businesses. The Ponoka chamber is also active in participating in provincial events and the ACC called Ponoka an important partner in Alberta’s chamber federation. The Lethbridge chamber won in the category for a chamber with more than 300 members. The Fort Macleod chamber won in the up-to-100 members category. The awards were presented in Medicine Hat on Saturday at the close of the Alberta Chambers of Commerce’s 77th annual general meeting and provincial conference. The organization also announced its new executive, led by chairman Carman McNary of Edmonton. The ACC’s executive committee for the 2015-16 term also includes past-chair Dom Mancuso of Red Deer. The Alberta Chambers of Commerce is a federation of 128 community-based chambers of commerce representing more than 24,000 businesses.

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The exterior scaffolding in front of the Metropolitan Block on Little Gaetz Avenue is almost ready to come down. Behind the scaffolding the building has been restored with brick, glass and black tile. The former Loonie Lane building will feature a main floor which will be home to two business while the upper floor is being transformed into six residential suites.

Small business makes a big impact in Alberta Economic forecasts continue to be an ongoing topic of conversation with business acquaintances and clients. There is no question that the low price of oil has had a direct impact and is the predominant challenge for many businesses this year. It’s difficult to find positive reports; they’re not making the headlines. If you’re company is consider a small to medium enterprise – SME, you are part of the 95 per cent of all businesses in the province. They provided 35 per cent of all private sector employment, and contributed to 25 per cent of Alberta’s Gross JOHN Domestic Product. MACKENZIE Over the past few years it seemed relatively simple BUSINESS to operate a small business. Work was plentiful for most. BASICS In the flush times, if specialized skillsets were needed, an expert could be hired. A serial entrepreneur would start a business, stabilize it then hire a manger to run it, while they looked to start another. In the leaner times, hiring experts is a luxury most don’t believe they can afford. With limited resources, small business owners must be on the offensive and assume new roles.

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Understand where your “break-even” is so that you know when your expenses are paid and you are profitable on a weekly, monthly and yearly basis.

Strategic Planning Business may be down and you are looking for ways to cut back in your company. However, take the time to evaluate your business model. Review your vision, mission, culture and uniqueness statements to ensure they are relevant. Write down what you want to accomplish in order to take the next step to ensure your long term vision. Create a solid plan for a minimum of one to two years out, and a skeleton plan for up to five years. Build in thresholds – if building starts are down by 20% then I will…. Break the next twelve months into quarters, with goals and strategies in place, including weekly activities to move the plan forward.

Leadership Charting rough economic waters requires a confident and commanding captain. Motivating your team when tough decisions have to be made demands a well-balanced perspective. Communicate changes in direction and set clear expectations. Celebrate successes and recognize team members who achieve the best results. Slow growth limits career advancement opportunities. The reality is that companies will need to focus on the most skilled employees in order to keep them. In some situations, reduced working hours and shifting responsibilities can keep them on the payroll. Consult with employees to come up with innovative approaches and solutions to address compensation and advancement.

Financial Mastery Consult with professional advisors to get an accurate picture of your current financial situation. Gain an understanding of job or product profitability, inventory turns, asset/equipment utilization. Become confident with basic financial reports, like an Income Statement and Balance Sheet. Know what things/ratios your bank judges your business by. They will actually tell you if you ask. Look for ways to operate “clean and lean”. Manage your inventory. Re-evaluate your margins to get an accurate picture of where the profits really are.

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One notable difference is that mutual funds all have a portfolio manager, or a team of managers, looking after the assets. This compares to an ETF where typically there isn’t a portfolio manager and the investment decisions are following a pre-determined set of investment rules. For example, if you wanted to invest in a portfolio of dividend paying companies in Canada, a mutual fund will handpick what they consider to be the best choices. In comparison an ETF would invest your portfolio equally between all the different dividend paying companies in a certain group. In short, a mutual fund is making educated decisions, while an ETF is following a set of rules. The lack of a portfolio manager doesn’t make an ETF a poor investment decision. Some investors prefer ETFs because they want specific exposure to an area of the market and want to own all the companies instead of handpicking certain names. The thinking is that while the portfolio manager in a mutual fund is ideally choosing the right assets, they won’t always be right. The ETF on the other hand will blanket everything and the idea is that the good picks will outshine the bad picks. The concepts offer two very different strategies when it comes to investing. To expand off this, if you think the oil and gas sector will recover in the next few years, you could buy a mutual fund that invests in a small grouping of stocks. T he portfolio manager will then change the portfolio as he or she sees necessary. Otherwise, you could buy an ETF that owns all the major oil and gas companies in Canada by equal percentages. The point being, if you think the entire sector will recover then it may be best just to own all the companies instead of trying to select which may be the winners. Another significant difference is that the costs of an ETF are usually less than a mutual fund. Because there is no portfolio manager there aren’t as many expenses which tend to reduce the internal fees. Some investors choose ETFs because they are the cheaper option. Cheaper isn’t always better, so this shouldn’t be your only reason for making an investment decision. Keep in mind there is usually a commission to buy or sell an ETF as well.

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SMALL: Strengths All advertising mediums have their strengths and applications. It’s imperative that you “test and measure” your marketing strategies to know the results and to make informed decisions in the future. Client Retention The fact is that it costs six times more get new clients than to maintain customers you currently have. Refocus efforts to keep these clients satisfied so that they will continue to buy from you. Analyze your current client base;

rate A, B, C and D. “Fire” the D clients, the ones that chronically pay late and those that demand an extraordinary amount of staff time. Eliminating D clients drives costs down and allows more attention to be paid to A and B clients, but also helps retain staff. Small business will continues to play a vital role in Alberta’s economy. Success depends on two thing; having a passion for what you do, and actually knowing how to professionally run that business. John MacKenzie is a certified business coach and authorized partner/facilitator for Everything DiSC and Five Behaviours of a Cohesive Team, Wiley Brands. He can be reached at john@thebusinesstraininghub.com.

4-H beef achievement days are the interactive program and there’s happening all around the province, a specially designed classroom, comand that always brings back a flood of plete with iPads for playing a farming memories from my youth. ‘game’. Granted there is quite a gap from Journey 2050 is being steered by my ‘youth’ until now, but I the Stampede Education still vividly recall the lesProgramming Coordinate sons of life I learned at the Robyn Kurbel. As she wraps halter of a market steer. up her first year of hosting, Along with the committhere are 4500 Calgary stument to feeding and traindents who have been able to ing all project season long, look at agriculture sustainthe extra tasks of preparing ability in this unique way. for sale day meant things The theme is helping the like halter breaking, which students think about what took patience, persistence it will take to feed the nine and a strong arm. billion people who will be There was extra groomon earth by the year 2050. ing (of the calf, that is) and They do so by ‘meeting’ DIANNE trimming and scrubbing. three real-life families – one FINSTAD And then, of course, from Alberta, another from there was the early mornKenya and a third from Ining excitement of hauling dia. In-depth interviews the steers to town and takwith each family mean ing part in the show. there’s video and pictures, Over the year, I experiand even flavors from each, enced placing at the tail end of the that are all part of the interaction. It line, mid-pack, and even once, as a re- culminates in a video game where parserve champion of the interclub event. ticipants ‘plant’ fields and get extra I learned about the economics and points for using sustainable farming realities of the beef business. Some techniques. The game is also online, years there was a profit after the calf meaning eventually students around and feed bills had been paid off; oth- the world can participate, and naturalers years, not so much. ly, there’s even an app for it! The game Some steers felt more like big pets, is fun and challenging for adults too… and it was hard to see them go. Other especially adults like me, who aren’t years, they stomped all over my boots video-game savvy, and would spend and their departure was welcomed. too much time choosing which sustainWith the ones we wanted to keep, Dad able methods to apply! But it expands would ask us if we really wanted to horizons for even those who know agpay to feed them all summer long, and riculture in our province. Even better, what would we do with a giant steer in it allows participants to see the wide the corral, and we soon realized that scope of careers in agriculture, and we had raised them for a purpose, and ‘choose’ one they’d find most interestwe dealt with it. ing, as part of the session. Through 4-H, young people learn Agrium wanted to bring that global about realistic responsibility in deal- perspective home with Journey 2050. ing with animals, and how business “Food production needs are expectworks. That is such valuable training ed to rise by 60 per cent in the next 35 for all kinds of things in the big world. years, and changing economic, social But now, fewer and fewer folks live in and environmental conditions will put rural areas, or have the opportunity to even more pressure on agricultural be able to participate in the beef busi- yields,” says Chuck Magro, President ness first-hand like that. and CEO of Agrium. “It is imperative So where do today’s youth get even that our youth of today understand a sniff of what agriculture is all about? how our present-day decisions impact Or should they? our future lives, and so it is vital that The answer to the second ques- we showcase the importance of agrition is a resounding ‘yes’ from those culture.” involved in agriculture, who are ofThe Alberta Canola Producers Comten forced to cope with policies put in mission supports the program as well. place by people with very little real So far, it’s been mostly Calgary schools, understanding about what agriculture and a few surrounding ones that have entails. But it’s the ‘where’ and ‘how’ booked in, but it’s open to classes from questions of agriculture awareness anywhere. Any school field trips to that are much tougher to figure out. Calgary should consider this valuable The best approach seems to be stop (www.journey2050.com). reaching out at a young age, when The Stampede and Agrium call agristudents are still filled with wonder culture one of the most critical areas to and curiosity about life. I think of the global sustainability, believing that enhundreds of hours farmers and those gaging and empowering the next genconnected to agriculture have put into eration is more important than ever. visiting schools, doing the Agriculture Let’s follow that lead, and encourin the Classroom presentations over age young people to have an agriculthe years. It’s a valuable approach that ture experience, whether that’s an afhas stood the test of time. A new ef- ternoon in a unique classroom, a visit fort picking up steam in the province to a nearby farm, or by purchasing a is the summertime Open Farm Days 4-H calf at the local sale. (www.albertafarmdays.ca) experience, By the way, the Red Deer & District where whole families can pay a visit to Beef Show and Sale happens May 31st a working farm. and June 1st. I enjoy collecting new But another initiative I had a 4-H memories there, only now it’s from chance to get a taste of is the Journey the announcer’s stand, rather than the 2050 program at the Calgary Stampede. halter of a 1200 lb steer! It was launched as a partnership beDianne Finstad is a veteran broadtween Agrium and the Stampede, with caster and reporter who has covered agriits headquarters in the Agrium West- cultural news in Central Alberta for more ern Event Centre on Stampede Park. than 30 years. From the Field appears The lobby of the building is part of monthly in the Advocate

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Diversified and Industrials Agrium Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 131.62 ATCO Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . 42.72 BCE Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54.06 BlackBerry . . . . . . . . . . . 12.78 Bombardier . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.46 Brookfield . . . . . . . . . . . . 44.52 Cdn. National Railway . . 74.18 Cdn. Pacific Railway. . . 216.03 Cdn. Utilities . . . . . . . . . . 36.19 Capital Power Corp . . . . 23.81 Cervus Equipment Corp 16.39 Dow Chemical . . . . . . . . 50.62 Enbridge Inc. . . . . . . . . . 60.52 Finning Intl. Inc. . . . . . . . 24.79 Fortis Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 37.36 General Motors Co. . . . . 35.52 Parkland Fuel Corp. . . . . 25.13 Sirius XM . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.64 SNC Lavalin Group. . . . . 43.79 Stantec Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 34.22 Telus Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . 42.35 Transalta Corp.. . . . . . . . 10.91 Transcanada. . . . . . . . . . 53.91

Mining Barrick Gold . . . . . . . . . . 14.56 Cameco Corp. . . . . . . . . 18.76 First Quantum Minerals . 16.16 Goldcorp Inc. . . . . . . . . . 21.72 Hudbay Minerals. . . . . . . 11.18 Kinross Gold Corp. . . . . . . 2.85 Labrador. . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.26 Potash Corp.. . . . . . . . . . 40.21 Sherritt Intl. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.38 Teck Resources . . . . . . . 14.74 Energy Arc Energy . . . . . . . . . . . 22.93 Badger Daylighting Ltd. . 28.94 Baker Hughes. . . . . . . . . 64.60 Bonavista . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.35 Bonterra Energy . . . . . . . 33.98 Cdn. Nat. Res. . . . . . . . . 37.95 Cdn. Oil Sands Ltd. . . . . 11.14 Canyon Services Group. . 6.80 Cenovous Energy Inc. . . 20.69 CWC Well Services . . . 0.3300 Encana Corp. . . . . . . . . . 15.96 Essential Energy. . . . . . . . 1.16

Consumer Canadian Tire . . . . . . . . 131.23 Gamehost . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.05 Leon’s Furniture . . . . . . . 15.40 Loblaw Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . 64.11 MARKETS CLOSE TORONTO — North American stock markets closed sharply lower Tuesday as positive economic news fuelled concerns that an interest rate hike from the U.S. Federal Reserve could be imminent. The S&P/TSX composite index lost 136.59 points to close at 15,050.81, while the loonie gave back 0.74 of a U.S. cent to 80.47 cents. In New York, where trading resumed after the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, indexes also posted major declines, as traders reacted to comments from U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen late Friday. Yellen said if the U.S. economy continues to improve, a rate hike could be on the horizon some time this year. The Dow Jones industrial average was down 190.48 points at 18,041.54, while the Nasdaq plunged 56.61 points to 5,032.75 and the S&P 500 fell 21.86 points to 2,104.20. Ben Jang, a portfolio manager at Vancouver-based Nicola Wealth, said traders are reacting negatively to positive economic news that has been coming out of the U.S. in recent days because it signals a greater likelihood that the Fed will raise rates. “We’re stuck in this environment where good news turns out to be bad news,” said Jang. “So if you have comments that can be viewed as more hawkish, the market sells off because they’re concerned about interest rates rising.” However, Jang noted that positive economic data is good news for the economy and will eventually translate into higher stock market valuations. “It’s actually better for the markets in the long run and will help deflate potential asset bubbles,” he said. On commodity markets, the July oil contract was fell US$1.69 to US$58.03 a barrel, while June gold lost $17.10 to US$1,186.90

an ounce and July copper gave back three cents to US$2.78 a pound. In economic news, orders to U.S. factories for long-lasting manufactured goods slipped 0.5 per cent from March, when orders surged 5.1 per cent. But a category that reflects business investment climbed for a second month after falling 5.1 per cent in February. U.S. consumer confidence rebounded slightly as the job market showed signs of improvement. The Conference Board’s consumer confidence index rose to 95.4 in May from 94.3 in April. Last month’s reading had been sharp drop from 101.4 in March and while consumer assessment of current economic conditions improved, their outlook for the next six months slipped. In corporate news, Charter Communications said it will pay US$55.33 billion to acquire Time Warner Cable in a cash-andstock deal that would create one of the largest pay-television and broadband operators in the U.S. As part of the agreement, Charter will also buy Bright House Networks for more than US$10 billion. Canadian banks will report their earnings this week, with the Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) set to go first on Wednesday. “They’re on watch because people are concerned about topline growth, coupled with compressed net interest margins,” said Jang. FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS Highlights at the close of Tuesday at world financial market trading. Stocks: S&P/TSX Composite Index — 15,050.81, down 136.59 points Dow — 18,041.54, down 190.48 points S&P 500 — 2,104.20, down 21.86 points

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Exxon Mobil . . . . . . . . . . 85.35 Halliburton Co. . . . . . . . . 45.45 High Arctic . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.05 Husky Energy . . . . . . . . . 24.45 Imperial Oil . . . . . . . . . . . 49.03 Pengrowth Energy . . . . . . 3.44 Penn West Energy . . . . . . 2.53 Precision Drilling Corp . . . 8.31 Suncor Energy . . . . . . . . 36.21 Trican Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.95 Trinidad Energy . . . . . . . . 4.67 Vermilion Energy . . . . . . 53.39 Virginia . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.2400 Financials Bank of Montreal . . . . . . 77.90 Bank of N.S. . . . . . . . . . . 64.21 CIBC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94.46 Cdn. Western . . . . . . . . . 28.43 Great West Life. . . . . . . . 36.56 IGM Financial . . . . . . . . . 41.76 Intact Financial Corp. . . . 87.62 Manulife Corp. . . . . . . . . 22.72 National Bank . . . . . . . . . 49.34 Rifco Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25 Royal Bank . . . . . . . . . . . 79.57 Sun Life Fin. Inc.. . . . . . . 39.82 TD Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.69

Nasdaq — 5,032.75, down 56.61 points Currencies: Cdn — 80.47 cents US, down 0.74 of a cent Pound — C$1.9115, up 0.66 of a cent Euro — C$1.3515, down 0.05 of a cent Euro — US$1.0876, down 1.04 cents Oil futures: US$58.03 per barrel, down $1.69 (July contract) Gold futures: US$1,186.90 per oz., down $17.10 (June contract) Canadian Fine Silver Handy and Harman: $21.693 oz., down 21.3 cents $697.43 kg., down $6.85 ICE FUTURES CANADA WINNIPEG — ICE Futures Canada closing prices: Canola: July ’15 $4.90 higher $468.70; Nov ’15 $3.80 higher $457.90; Jan. ’16 $2.80 higher $456.50; March ’16 $2.80 higher $455.50; May ’16 $2.80 higher $454.50; July ’16 $2.80 higher $454.40; Nov. ’16 $2.70 higher $449.00; Jan. ’17 $2.70 higher $449.70; March ’17 $2.70 higher $449.70; May ’17 $2.70 higher $449.70; July ’17 $2.70 higher $451.10. Barley (Western): July ’15 unchanged $191.00; Oct. ’15 unchanged $177.00; Dec. ’15 unchanged $182.00; March ’16 unchanged $182.00; May ’16 unchanged $182.00; July ’16 unchanged $182.00; Oct. ’16 unchanged $182.00; Dec. ’16 unchanged $182.00; March ’17 unchanged $182.00; May ’17 unchanged $182.00; July ’17 unchanged $182.00. Tuesday’s estimated volume of trade: 95,680 tonnes of canola; 0 tonnes of barley (Western Barley). Total: 95,680.

fit” for Crescent Point. Just over half of Legacy’s land is in southeast Saskatchewan, where Crescent Point is a dominant player. The Legacy takeover gets Crescent Point an entry into promising oilfields in the Midale region of Saskatchewan. Earlier this spring, activist investor FrontFour Capital Group was pushing for a shakeup of Legacy’s board of directors. During times of low commodity prices, it’s common for companies with the financial wherewithal to snap up weaker players at bargain prices. Crude is at around US$58 a barrel, compared to last year’s highs of around US$107. So far in the current downturn, there haven’t been many deals as buyers and sellers have not been able to see eye to eye on price. “With the precipitous drop in oil prices beginning in July 2014, Legacy’s valuation has come under pressure. The company’s financial leverage, which was improving in the first half of 2014, also began to erode, putting additional pressure on Legacy’s share price,” Legacy said in a release.

North Vancouver First Nation says pipeline expansion could increase oil spills TRANS MOUNTAIN PIPELINE government, which will issue a final decision. Spokeswoman Ali Hounsell said in VANCOUVER — A North Vancou- a statement that Kinder Morgan “deepver First Nation has rejected Kinder ly respects” aboriginal rights and will Morgan’s proposed Trans Mountain fully respond to the nation’s report. pipeline expansion, based on a scath- She said the company has consulted ing assessment that concluded it would with about 133 First Nations and has increase the threat of oil spills and tried to have multiple discussions with damage their culture. the Tsleil-Waututh. The Tsleil-Waututh Nation conduct“With the release of this new report, ed an in-depth review that spanned we once again invite the Tsleil-Waua year and encompassed six expert tuth First Nation to come to the table,” reports. she said. The review The report found, among said that spilled other things, that ‘WHAT WE KNOW IS THAT WE o i l o r b i t u the fumes from CAN’T PUT A PRICE ON THE men seriously spilled bitumen threatens all SACRED. WE CAN’T PUT A have the potencomponents of tial to make over PRICE ON OUR CHILDREN. WE the nation’s sub1 million people econCAN’T PUT A PRICE ON WHO sistence sick. omy, especially R u e b e n salmon, herring, WE ARE.’ George, a band clams and birds. member who — RUEBEN GEORGE A major spill TSLEIL-WAUTUTH NATION could kill up runs an initiative to oppose the to 5,000 birds, pipeline, comstrand 90 per pared the expansion to an ancient leg- cent of the oil on the nation’s beaches end about a two-headed serpent that and foul up to 25 kilometres of shoreblocked Burrard Inlet. line, it found. “Our ancestors had to slay that dragBut the pipeline’s impacts on the on. So we’ve always been protectors of nation’s culture could be even larger our lands and our waters here,” he told than the effects on the environment, a cheering crowd gathered on a North the report concluded. Vancouver shore on Tuesday. George said his people have a spiri“Now we’re facing another long tual and historical connection to the dragon that needs to be slain. That’s water that once provided 90 per cent of the Kinder Morgan pipeline.” their diet, so they must protect it. Kinder Morgan hopes to triple its “What we know is that we can’t put bitumen-carrying capacity to 890,000 a price on the sacred. We can’t put a barrels a day by laying almost 1,000 price on our children. We can’t put a kilometres of new pipe near the exist- price on who we are,” he said. ing pipeline that runs from Alberta to Scott Smith, a lawyer for the nation, Burnaby, B.C. said the federal government is legally The Tsleil-Waututh’s traditional ter- obligated to recognize the Tsleil-Wauritory includes Burrard Inlet, where tuth’s inherent law and jurisdiction. tanker traffic is expected to increase He warned the government will face seven-fold if the expansion is ap- lawsuits if it approves the project withproved. out the nation’s consent. The National Energy Board is curFour law professors, including Gorrently reviewing Trans Mountain and don Christie of the University of B.C., interveners are releasing critical re- released a statement Tuesday that ports ahead of a deadline Wednesday said the nation’s decision opposing to submit evidence. the pipeline expansion creates “unThe board will make a recommen- certainty and legal risk” for the Kinder dation in January 2016 to the federal Morgan proposal. BY THE CANADIAN PRESS

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FUNDS: Important feature Finally, ETFs can be bought and sold throughout the trading day whereas a mutual fund transaction won’t take effect until the next day. For some investors this is an important feature. If you want to ability to buy or sell immediately at a certain price an ETF will give you this flexibility. A mutual fund will determine the NAV at the close of the market, and your order will then

be processed at that price along with all the other orders that day. The decision between investing in an ETF or a mutual fund isn’t just about fees, there are many factors in consider. As such, it’s best to have a conversation with an advisor that can direct you accordingly. Happy investing. Derek Fuchs is a wealth adviser with ScotiaMcLeod in Red Deer, and a certified financial planner, financial management adviser and a fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute. He can be contacted at derek.fuchs@scotiamcleod.com.

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New York Rangers center Derrick Brassard watches as the puck is deflected on a save by Tampa Bay Lightning goalie Ben Bishop during Game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals in the NHL Stanley Cup playoffs, Tuesday, in Tampa, Fla.

LUNDQVIST STOPS 36 SHOTS AS RANGERS BEAT LIGHTNING TO FORCE GAME 7 BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Rangers 7 Lightning 3 TAMPA, Fla. — Henrik Lundqvist had lots of help in another seasonsaving performance for the New York Rangers. The star goalie stopped 36 shots and Derick Brassard had a hat trick for the Presidents’ Trophy winners, who forced Game 7 in the Eastern Conference finals with a 7-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday night. The Rangers, who overcame a 3-1 series deficit to oust the Washington Capitals in the second round, improved to 4-0 in elimination games this post-season. Lundqvist is 9-1 with his team’s season on the line since the start of last year’s playoffs, and 15-3 under those circumstances dating back to Game 6 of the 2012 Eastern quarter-finals against Ottawa. He’ll have a chance to build on that superb record in Game 7 on Friday night in New York. “We capitalized early on our chances, and after that our goaltender was asked to make some big saves, which he did,” Rangers coach Alain Vigneault said. “But in the third period, with our season on the line, we probably played our best period of this series so far. We wanted a chance and we got a chance.” Brassard also had two assists for the Rangers, who evened the series 3-3 after being shut out in Game 5 at home. Keith Yandle, James Sheppard and J.T. Miller also scored on Ben Bishop, who was pulled with New York leading 5-1 with just under 13 minutes remaining. Rick Nash added a power-play goal against Andrei Vasilevskiy and Brassard had an empty-netter with 1:41 to go to complete

his hat trick. “Every time we’re in an elimination game, that’s the way we play,” Brassard said. “We’re just going to go out there at home and try to play our best game.” New York scored five times in the third period, turning a tight game into a rout. Miller’s coming off a pass from Brassard after Bishop rejected Nash’s shot from the right, as well as Brassard’s rebound from left of the net, gave the Rangers a 3-1 cushion following a scoreless and sloppy second period. Nash said the key to breaking in open “was not taking our foot off the gas.” “This is a really skilled offensive team that if you sit back, they’re going to take it to you,” Nash said. “Especially those top two lines. They’ve got some great skill. Getting that third goal was huge.” Lundqvist was outstanding before giving up a pair of third-period goals to Nikita Kucherov. Ryan Callahan scored for Tampa Bay in the first period, but the Rangers did a good job of limiting opportunities for Lightning captain Steven Stamkos, who only got off two shots after scoring in four consecutive games. “He gives us a chance to win every single game, and that’s all you can ask,” Miller said of Lundqvist’s latest season-saver. “He’s one of the best in the world, no doubt.” Brassard got the Rangers off to a strong start with his first goal at 3:36 of the first period. He scored again at 7:14 of the third, chasing Bishop and finishing a stretch in which New York scored three times in just over four minutes to break the game open. Nash finished with a goal and three assists. Yandle had a goal and an assist, and Miller finished with his first goal in 22 career playoff games, plus three assists. “The third period we weren’t ourselves,” Stamkos said. “No excuses. ... We’re not going to sit here and sulk and feel sorry for ourselves. We have to win a game on the road to get to the Cup finals. We’re confident with our ability to win on the road.”

Stamkos had a goal and an assist, Bishop had 26 saves and the Lightning killed four penalties to take Game 5 in New York. Lundqvist played well enough in that game for the Rangers to win on most nights, however the inability to take advantage of powerplay opportunities was the difference in the outcome. Brassard scored on New York’s first shot of this game and Yandle’s second goal of the playoffs made it 2-0 at 15:30. That came less than a minute after the Rangers killed off a penalty with help from Lundqvist, who made a nice pad stop on Stamkos to deny the Lightning star from point-blank range. Two former Rangers figured in the Lightning trimming the deficit 2-1, with Callahan — traded to Tampa Bay in exchange for Martin St. Louis last season — skating in alone on Lundqvist after taking a pass from Anton Stralman, who left New York as a free agent last summer. Callahan, playing in the conference finals after undergoing an emergency appendectomy that sidelined him for two games in the second round, flicked a well-placed shot into the left side of the net to get the Lightning, as well as a sellout crowd of 19,204, back in the game. “It’s tough. You want to finish it out when you can,” Callahan said. “You have to move past it. We have another opportunity. We just have to win one on the road.” NOTES: Bishop was credited with his second assist of the playoffs on Callahan’s goal. ... Stamkos was the first player with a goal in four straight games of a playoff series against the Rangers since Mario Lemieux scored in all five games of the 1996 conference semifinals. The four-game streak also tied a Lightning playoff record set by Martin St. Louis in and matched by Vincent Lecavalier in 2007. ... Lightning C Cedric Paquette sat out with an undisclosed injury. ... Rangers coach Alain Vigneault said RW Mats Zuccarello, who hasn’t played since getting hit by a puck in the helmet during Game 5 of the first-round series against Pittsburgh, is making progress but is not ready to play.

Generals 2 Rockets 1 QUEBEC — The Oshawa Generals have earned a spot in the Mastercard Memorial Cup final, but there was a hairy moment before it became official. Leading by one goal with 4:24 left to play, one of their top penalty-killing defenceman, Dakota Mermis, was sent off for kneeing, followed a minute later by teammate Cole Cassels for delay of game. But the Generals managed to kill off the two-man advantage and preserve the 2-1 victory over the Western Hockey league champion Kelowna Rockets on Tuesday night. “The clock couldn’t go fast enough, but fortunately we have a really deep team and the guys stepped up and got the job done,” said Mermis. Cassels and Tobias Lindberg scored in the second period and the Generals, who dominated the opening two periods, held on to finish the round-robin portion of the four-team tournament at 3-0. That gave them direct entry into Sunday’s final. “We’re certainly excited but the work’s not over,” said Cassels. “We’ve been waiting for that Sunday game all year. It’ll be the biggest moment of our lives.” Gage Quinney, with his fourth of the event, scored for the Rockets (12), whose fate will be determined by the outcome of a game Wednesday night between the Quebec champion Rimouski Oceanic (0-2) and the host Quebec Remparts (1-1). The final shot tally was 29-21 for Oshawa, but Kelowna had only six shots by the mid-point of the second frame, with Michael McCarron doing a masterful job of neutralizing Rockets star Leon Draisaitl. Kelowna, which had the only three power plays of the game, only made it close when the Generals sat back in the third to protect the lead. The Rockets had a handful of glittering chances during their two-man advantage, but either missed open nets or had their shots absorbed by goalie Ken Appleby. “We didn’t bear down and we didn’t get the result we needed,” said Rockets captain Madison Bowey. “But we’re not out of it. We have to climb back, but it’s not over.” “We had a few chances but we looked nervous a bit,” said Rockets coach Dan Lambert, whose squad had fired seven pucks past two Rimouski goalies on Monday night. “We were squeezing our sticks too tight.” The Remparts can book a spot as the “home” team in the semifinal if they defeat Rimouski, the team that edged them in overtime in Game 7 of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey league final. The start of the game was delayed by an on-ice tribute and banner raising ceremony for former goaltending great Patrick Roy, who was owner, GM and coach of the Quebec Remparts. He got a long standing ovation.

Riggers keep rolling with win over Cubs in extras BY JOSH ALDRICH ADVOCATE STAFF Riggers 5 Cubs 4 (11ings) The Red Deer Riggers showed the poise of a team on Tuesday that has not lost a regular season game since July 9, 2013. The Riggers rallied from a 3-0 deficit to win 5-4 over the Confederation Park Cubs of Edmonton (3-2) in 11 innings to remain perfect through three games in the 2015 Sunburst Baseball League season. “It took a lot of character for guys to go out and pitch well and have some good at bats,” said Riggers player/ coach Curtis Bailey. “We left guys on base quite a bit ... but in the end guys came through.” Dustin Northcott got the win for the Riggers in relief, allowing two runs, one earned, on four hits and one walk with three strikeouts over five innings in his season debut. He replaced Davin Gulbransen who allowed two earned runs in six innings on four hits, two walks, one hit batter with one strikeout. Mitch St. Laurent took the loss for the Cubs after throwing four-plus innings, allowing three earned runs on five hits and three walks with two

strikeouts. He was responsible for the final run, allowing a leadoff single to Jason Lewis before being replaced by Steven Hogue in the 11th inning. Hogue allowed consecutive singles to Kerry Boone and then Josh Edwards to plate Lewis to give Red Deer the win. “(Edwards) had been swinging the bat well in practice, so we gave him an opportunity and he had some good at bats and the result is we win the game,” said Bailey. The Cubs took a 2-0 lead in the fifth inning on a leadoff home run by Tate Yuzda as the skies opened up with rain. Gulbransen struggled with the precipitation and loaded the bases before a wild pitch plated the second run for the Cubs. Northcott took over to start the seventh and struggled early, allowing a run on a suicide squeeze before settling down. “He said after his third inning the winter rust came off, he threw real well and you expect that from a guy who played for the national team, he’s a great pitcher,” said Bailey. The Riggers fought back with three runs in the bottom half of the inning and then took the lead in the eighth inning as Shayne Court scored on a

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Friday, May 22 Quebec (HOST) 4 Kelowna (WHL) 3 Saturday, May 23 Oshawa (OHL) 4 Rimouski (QMJHL) 3 Sunday, May 24 Oshawa (OHL) 5 Quebec (HOST) 4 (OT) Monday, May 25 Kelowna (WHL) 7 Rimouski (QMJHL) 3 Tuesday, May 26 Oshawa (OHL) 2 Kelowna (WHL) 1 Wednesday, May 27 Quebec (HOST) vs. Rimouski (QMJHL), 5:30 p.m. PLAYOFFS Thursday, May 28 Tiebreaker (if required) TBD vs. TBD, 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 29 Semifinal TBD vs. TBD, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, May 31 Final TBD vs. Oshawa (OHL), 5 p.m. Tuesday’s summary Oshawa (OHL) 2, Kelowna (WHL) 1 First Period No Scoring. Penalties — None. Second Period 1. Oshawa (OHL), Cassels 1 (Mermis, Dal Colle) 4:15. 2. Oshawa (OHL), Lindberg 3 (Harding, Cirelli) 17:16. 3. Kelowna (WHL), Quinney 4 (Baillie, Bowey) 18:11. Penalties — Mistele Oshawa (OHL) (tripping) 7:32. Third Period

No Scoring. Penalties — Mermis Oshawa (OHL) (kneeing) 15:36, Cassels Oshawa (OHL) (delay of game) 16:37. Shots on goal Oshawa (OHL) 12 9 8 — 29 Kelowna (WHL) 5 5 11 — 21 Goal — Oshawa (OHL): Appleby (W, 3-0-0); Kelowna (WHL): Whistle (L, 1-2-0). Power plays (goal-chances) — Oshawa (OHL): 0-0; Kelowna (WHL): 0-3. NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs THIRD ROUND Conference finals EASTERN CONFERENCE N.Y. Rangers (1) vs. Tampa Bay (2) (Series tied 3-3) Saturday, May 16 NY Rangers 2 Tampa Bay 1 Monday, May 18 Tampa Bay 6 NY Rangers 2 Wednesday, May 20 Tampa Bay 6 NY Rangers 5, OT Friday, May 22 NY Rangers 5 Tampa Bay 1 Sunday, May 24 Tampa Bay 2 NY Rangers 0 Tuesday, May 26 NY Rangers 7 Tampa Bay 3 Friday, May 29 Tampa Bay at NY Rangers, 6 p.m. WESTERN CONFERENCE Anaheim (1) vs. Chicago (3) (Anaheim leads series 3-2) Sunday, May 17 Anaheim 4 Chicago 1 Tuesday, May 19 Chicago 3 Anaheim 2, 3OT Thursday, May 21 Anaheim 2 Chicago 1

Saturday, May 23 Chicago 5 Anaheim 4, 2OT Monday, May 25 Anaheim 5 Chicago 4, OT Wednesday, May 27 Anaheim at Chicago, 6 p.m. Saturday, May 30 x-Chicago at Anaheim, 6 p.m. x — if necessary. Tuesday’s summary Rangers 7, Lightning 3 First Period 1. NY Rangers, Brassard 7 (Miller, Boyle) 3:36. 2. NY Rangers, Yandle 2 (Brassard, Nash) 15:30. 3. Tampa Bay, Callahan 1 (Stralman, Bishop) 17:20 (pp). Penalties — Staal NYR (stick holding) 13:03, Kreider NYR (cross-checking) 17:00, Stepan NYR (cross-checking) 17:00, Stamkos TB (crosschecking) 17:00. Second Period No Scoring. Penalties — Kucherov TB (hooking) 6:35, Morrow TB (hooking) 17:20. Third Period 4. NY Rangers, Miller 1 (Brassard, Nash) 3:02. 5. NY Rangers, Sheppard 1 (Moore, Glass) 6:00. 6. NY Rangers, Brassard 8 (Miller, Nash) 7:14. 7. Tampa Bay, Kucherov 8 (Johnson) 7:50. 8. NY Rangers, Nash 5 (Yandle, Miller) 10:21 (pp). 9. Tampa Bay, Kucherov 9 (Johnson, Nesterov) 13:21. 10. NY Rangers, Brassard 9 (unassisted) 18:19 (en). Penalties — Nesterov TB (slashing) 9:08, Girardi NYR (delay of game) 15:36. Shots on goal NY Rangers 7 11 16 — 34 Tampa Bay 16 13 10 — 39 Goal — NY Rangers: Lundqvist (W, 11-7-0); Tampa Bay: Bishop (L, 11-8-0). Power plays (goal-chances)NY Rangers: 1-3; Tampa Bay: 1-3.

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● Boys high school soccer: Lacombe at Innisfail at 4:15 p.m. ● Girls high school soccer: H.J. Cody at Hunting Hills at 4:15 p.m. at Collicutt West. ● High School Rugby: Zone finals, girls Notre Dame at Lindsay Thurber 5 p.m.; boys Notre Dame at Lindsay Thurber 6 p.m., Titans Park. ● Parkland baseball: Rocky Red Dogs at Lacombe Dodgers at 6:45 p.m.; Acme Pirates at Innisfail at 6:45 p.m. ● Bantam AAA baseball: Red Deer Braves at Okotoks Dawgs at 7 p.m.

Thursday

● High school boys soccer: Olds at Hunting Hills at 4:15 p.m. at Collicutt East; Lindsay Thurber at H.J. Cody at 4:15 p.m at H.J. Cody. ● Senior men’s baseball: Play it Again Sports at Canadian Brew House Rays at 6:30 p.m. at Great Chief Park 1; Breakaway Hotshot Nighthawks at Lacombe Stone and Granite at 6:30 p.m. at Great Chief Park 2. ● Ladies fastball: N Jensen Bandits at Collins Barrow Rage at 7 p.m. at Great Chief 1; TnT Athletics at Topco Oilsite Panthers at 7 p.m. at Great Chief 2; Snell & Oslund Badgers at Stettler at 7 p.m.

Friday

Major League Baseball American League East Division W L Pct New York 24 22 .522 Tampa Bay 24 23 .511 Baltimore 20 23 .465 Toronto 22 26 .458 Boston 21 25 .457

Kansas City Minnesota Detroit Cleveland Chicago

Central Division W L Pct 28 17 .622 27 18 .600 27 20 .574 20 25 .444 19 24 .442

Houston Los Angeles Texas Seattle Oakland

West Division W L Pct 30 17 .638 23 22 .511 23 23 .500 22 23 .489 17 31 .354

GB — 1/2 2 1/2 3 3 GB — 1 2 8 8 GB — 6 6 1/2 7 13 1/2

Monday’s Games N.Y. Yankees 14, Kansas City 1 Baltimore 4, Houston 3 Minnesota 7, Boston 2 Oakland 4, Detroit 0 Texas 10, Cleveland 8 Toronto 6, Chicago White Sox 0 Seattle 4, Tampa Bay 1 L.A. Angels 4, San Diego 3 Tuesday’s Games Houston 4, Baltimore 1 N.Y. Yankees 5, Kansas City 1 Toronto 10, Chicago White Sox 9 Seattle 7, Tampa Bay 6, 10 innings Texas 4, Cleveland 3 Minnesota 2, Boston 1 Detroit 1, Oakland 0 San Diego at L.A. Angels, late Wednesday’s Games Texas (Lewis 4-2) at Cleveland (Carrasco 5-4), 10:10 a.m. Chicago White Sox (Samardzija 4-2) at Toronto

(Estrada 1-3), 10:37 a.m. Kansas City (C.Young 4-0) at N.Y. Yankees (Pineda 5-2), 11:05 a.m. Boston (Porcello 4-3) at Minnesota (P.Hughes 3-4), 11:10 a.m. Seattle (F.Hernandez 7-1) at Tampa Bay (Archer 5-4), 11:10 a.m. Detroit (Simon 5-2) at Oakland (Kazmir 2-3), 1:35 p.m. Houston (McHugh 5-2) at Baltimore (U.Jimenez 3-3), 2:35 p.m. San Diego (Cashner 1-7) at L.A. Angels (Richards 4-2), 8:05 p.m. Thursday’s Games Chicago White Sox at Baltimore, 11:05 a.m., 1st game Chicago White Sox at Baltimore, 2:35 p.m., 2nd game Boston at Texas, 6:05 p.m. Detroit at L.A. Angels, 8:05 p.m. N.Y. Yankees at Oakland, 8:05 p.m. Cleveland at Seattle, 8:10 p.m.

Washington New York Atlanta Philadelphia Miami

National League East Division W L Pct 27 19 .587 26 21 .553 22 23 .489 19 29 .396 18 29 .383

GB — 1 1/2 4 1/2 9 9 1/2

St. Louis Chicago Pittsburgh Cincinnati Milwaukee

Central Division W L Pct 30 16 .652 25 20 .556 23 22 .511 19 26 .422 16 31 .340

GB — 4 1/2 6 1/2 10 1/2 14 1/2

West Division W L Pct 28 17 .622 27 20 .574 21 24 .467 21 25 .457 18 26 .409

GB — 2 7 7 1/2 9 1/2

Los Angeles San Francisco Arizona San Diego Colorado

Colorado 5, Cincinnati 4 N.Y. Mets 6, Philadelphia 3 San Francisco 8, Milwaukee 4 Washington 2, Chicago Cubs 1 St. Louis 3, Arizona 2, 10 innings Pittsburgh 4, Miami 2 L.A. Dodgers 6, Atlanta 3 L.A. Angels 4, San Diego 3 Tuesday’s Games Pittsburgh 5, Miami 1 Chicago Cubs 3, Washington 2 Cincinnati 2, Colorado 1 N.Y. Mets 5, Philadelphia 4, 10 innings San Francisco 6, Milwaukee 3 St. Louis 6, Arizona 4 San Diego at L.A. Angels, late L.A. Dodgers 8, Atlanta 0 Wednesday’s Games Colorado (K.Kendrick 1-6) at Cincinnati (Leake 2-3), 10:35 a.m. Miami (Hand 0-1) at Pittsburgh (G.Cole 6-2), 10:35 a.m. Philadelphia (O’Sullivan 1-3) at N.Y. Mets (Syndergaard 1-2), 11:10 a.m. San Francisco (Vogelsong 3-2) at Milwaukee (Fiers 1-4), 11:40 a.m. Washington (Scherzer 5-3) at Chicago Cubs (Lester 4-2), 6:05 p.m. Arizona (Collmenter 3-5) at St. Louis (Lynn 3-4), 6:15 p.m. San Diego (Cashner 1-7) at L.A. Angels (Richards 4-2), 8:05 p.m. Atlanta (A.Wood 2-2) at L.A. Dodgers (Greinke 5-1), 8:10 p.m. Thursday’s Games Pittsburgh at San Diego, 8:10 p.m. Atlanta at San Francisco, 8:15 p.m. Tuesday’s Major League Linescores Chicago 020 031 030 — 9 14 1 Toronto 102 030 103 — 10 13 2 Danks, Petricka (6), Duke (8), Robertson (8) and Flowers; Dickey, Tepera (6), Loup (6), Osuna (7), Hendriks (8), Delabar (8) and Thole. W—Delabar 1-0. L—Robertson 3-1. HRs—Chicago, Abreu (8). Toronto, Donaldson 2 (12).

● Boys high school soccer: Notre Dame at CACHS at 4:15 p.m. at Michner Park. ● Girls high school soccer: CACHS at Notre Dame at 4:15 p.m. at Collicutt

East. ● Sunburst baseball: Red Deer Riggers at Parkland White Sox at 7 p.m. at Spruce Grove. ● Parkland baseball: Innisfail at Red Deer Razorbacks at 6:45 p.m.

Saturday

● Midget AAA baseball: Edmonton Cardinals at Red Deer Braves at noon at Great Chief Park; Red Deer Braves at Edmonton Cardinals at 3 p.m. at Great Chief Park. ● Bantam AAA baseball: Red Deer Braves at Sherwood Park Atheltics at 2 p.m.; Red Deer Braves at Sherwood Park Athletics at 5 p.m. ● Peewee AAA baseball: Spruce Grove White Sox at Red Deer Braves at 11 a.m. at Great Chief Park; Spruce Grove White Sox at Red Deer Braves at 2 p.m. at Great Chief Park. ● Junior B tier 1 lacrosse: Red Deer Rampage at St. Albert Crude at 3:30 p.m. Junior B tier 2 lacrosse: Red Deer Renegades at Lethbridge Cudasat 2:30 p.m. ● Senior C lacrosse: Blackfalds Silverbacks at Grande Prairie Thrashers at 7:30 p.m. ● Men’s second division rugby: Cochrane Grizzlies at Red Deer Titans at 1:45 p.m. at Titans Park. ● Men’s third division rugby: Barbarians at Red Deer Titans t noon at Titans Park. ● Women’s rugby: Red Deer Titans at Calgary Saracens at noon. ● Alberta Major Women’s Soccer League: Red Deer Renegades at Calgary Cougars at 1 p.m.

Basketball x-Sunday, May 31: Houston at Golden State, 7 p.m.

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EASTERN CONFERENCE Cleveland 4, Atlanta 0 Wednesday, May 20: Cleveland 97, Atlanta 89 Friday, May 22: Cleveland 94, Atlanta 82 Sunday, May 24: Cleveland 114, Atlanta 111, OT Tuesday, May 26: Cleveland 118, Atlanta 88 WESTERN CONFERENCE Golden State 3, Houston 1 Tuesday, May 19: Golden State 110, Houston 106 Thursday, May 21: Golden State 99, Houston 98 Saturday, May 23: Golden State 115, Houston 80 Monday, May 25: Houston 128, Golden State 115 Wednesday, May 27: Houston at Golden State, 7 p.m. x-Friday, May 29: Golden State at Houston, 7 p.m.

Golden State/or/Houston vs. Cleveland Thursday, June 4: Cleveland at Golden State/ Houston, 7 p.m. Sunday, June 7: Cleveland at Golden State/Houston, 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 9: Golden State/Houston at Cleveland, 7 p.m. Thursday, June 11: Golden State/Houston at Cleveland, 7 p.m. x-Sunday, June 14: Cleveland at Golden State/ Houston, 6 p.m. x-Tuesday, June 16: Golden State/Houston at Cleveland, 7 p.m. x-Friday, June 19: Cleveland at Golden State/ Houston, 7 p.m.

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Ducks Ds causing problems for Blackhawks BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS CHICAGO — Anaheim stars Corey Perry, Ryan Getzlaf and Ryan Kesler are drawing a lot of attention in the Western Conference finals. When the Ducks’ defencemen join the attack, it presents a big problem for the Chicago Blackhawks. The Ducks got four points from their defencemen in Monday night’s 5-4 overtime win that moved them within one victory of the Stanley Cup finals. It was their best total since their defencemen accounted for six points in a 6-1 victory over Calgary in Game 1 of their second-round series on April 30, according to STATS. “The main thing that we’ve had throughout the playoffs is we’ve had scoring from all four lines and we’ve also had people on the back end who can pitch in every once in a while,” defenceman Cam Fowler said Tuesday before the Ducks departed Southern California for Game 6 in Chicago. “I think it puts more pressure on other teams defensively when they know there’s not just going to be three forwards they have to worry about; they have to worry about the second wave coming in, which might be a fourth defenceman. That changes things a little bit.” Fowler and Sami Vatanen scored during Anaheim’s fast start in Game 5. Vatanen also had an assist on Patrick Maroon’s goal in the third. Anaheim

World Series of Poker starts in Las Vegas with buy-ins for the masses, millions in prize money BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS LAS VEGAS — If the World Series of Poker is lucky, the popularity of the Las Vegas championship’s newest event could cause a poker chip shortage. The annual set of 68 tournaments at the Rio AllSuite Hotel & Casino that rewards millions of dollars to the best card sharks starts Wednesday with a new event dubbed the Colossus expected to attract at least 10,000 players. The Colossus represents the lowest buy-in in 35

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leads the NHL with 42 points from defencemen in 14 playoff games, compared to 31 for Chicago in 15 games, according to STATS. “It’s been really essential. But it’s happened all year,” coach Bruce Boudreau said. “No one knew about it all year because nobody knew who Sami Vatanen or Hampus Lindholm were. They had an inkling of who Cam Fowler was. None of these guys were really on the radar as far offensive defencemen. “But they’re good puck-moving guys and they create offence. If you look at their numbers, they’re all up there. Five out of the six, anyway, are always up there in the scoring for defencemen.” The performance in Game 5 ran their total for the series to 13 points. If Anaheim’s defencemen fill up the scoresheet again on Wednesday night, that could spell the end for Chicago. But the seasoned Blackhawks are promising a fight to the finish. “There’s a lot of history here that we’ve collected over seven years. A lot of positive things,” coach Joel Quenneville said. “I think we all came out of last night’s game with an anger and a real sour taste in our mouth. Sometimes that can be better than a history lesson.” The Blackhawks trailed the Kings 3-1 in the Western Conference finals a year ago, and came all the way back to force a memorable Game 7 that ended on a deflected overtime goal by Los Angeles de-

fenceman Alec Martinez. Chicago rallied from a 3-1 deficit against Detroit on its way to the 2013 Stanley Cup title. “It’s something we know we’ve done before,” forward Brandon Saad said. “When we’re in tight situations like this, we have a veteran group that has been through it and we know how to win games. We got to take care of tomorrow.” While the series has included three overtime games and alternating victories for each side, a big key on Wednesday night could be the start. The team that scored first has won each of the first five games. The Ducks outscored the Blackhawks 3-0 in a dominant first period in Game 5. Chicago captain Jonathan Toews forced overtime with a pair of dramatic goals in the final two minutes of regulation, but Matt Beleskey got the win for Anaheim with his seventh goal of the playoffs just 45 seconds into the extra session. The Blackhawks felt they had the Ducks on the run at the end of regulation, but overtime was over before they were able to get another crack at Frederik Andersen in a shaky stretch for the young goaltender. “It seemed like, I don’t know what it was, but like we were sleeping there at the start,” Saad said. “Their goals piled on. Mistake after mistake. They capitalized on it. That’s what a good team is going to do. We know we got to start better tomorrow.”

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If everyone expected shows up, there will never have been a larger live poker tournament. World Series of Poker spokesman Seth Palansky said the logistics won’t be as challenging as managing the large number of players who might be new to the tournament because of the cheaper entry fee. “Your eyes are a little bigger and you walk a little slower,” Palansky said of those new to the overwhelming event. That’s why the World Series of Poker has been encouraging advance registration to cut down on the time players might wait in line to pay. The tournament can fit about 24,800 poker players in the single event if need be, Palansky said. The World Series of Poker set the last record for largest live poker tournament with 8,773 people vying for the top prize in the 2006 main event. “My biggest concern is actually having enough physical poker chips,” Palansky said.

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Cavs pound Hawks to complete sweep, advance to NBA Finals CLEVELAND — LeBron James scored 23 points, Kyrie Irving returned after missing two games and the Cleveland Cavaliers reserved a spot in the NBA Finals with a 118-88 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night to win the Eastern Conference title. By sweeping the top-seeded Hawks, the Cavs earned their second trip to the finals, where they will face either Golden State or Houston. It will be the fifth straight visit to the league’s showcase event for the inimitable James, who returned to Cleveland after four years in Miami to try and end this city’s championship drought dating to 1964. Jeff Teague scored 17 and Paul Millsap 16 for Atlanta, which won a team-record 60 games during the regular season and made the conference finals for the first time since 1970. But the Hawks were no match for the Cavaliers and had no answer for James, who nearly averaged a triple-double in the four games.

Donaldson hits three-run walkoff homer to give Blue Jays wild win TORONTO — Josh Donaldson hit a walkoff threerun homer to give the Toronto Blue Jays a wild 10-9 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday night at Rogers Centre. Josh Thole led off the ninth inning with a single off Chicago closer David Robertson (3-1) and moved to third on a Jose Reyes double. Donaldson followed with his second homer of the game to give the Blue Jays their third straight win. Donaldson had four of Toronto’s 13 hits and scored five times. Jose Bautista had three doubles and drove in five runs as the Blue Jays improved to 22-26. The White Sox (19-24) had scored three runs off reliever Liam Hendriks in the eighth inning of the back-and-forth contest on a lovely spring evening. Chicago has dropped four games in a row.

Bouchard’s slump continues with first-round elimination at French Open PARIS — Eugenie Bouchard says she hasn’t been feeling like herself lately. That’s an understatement, judging by her recent results on the court. The Canadian tennis star continued her disappointing season Tuesday at the French Open, as the sixth-seed was stunned 6-4, 6-4, by France’s Kristina Mladenovic in the first round. Bouchard has lost eight of her last nine matches combined on the WTA Tour and in Fed Cup play, and most of the defeats have been to players well below her in the WTA rankings. “Honestly I don’t know what to say. It’s been kind of the same as how I’ve been feeling recently on the court. Just not like myself,” Bouchard said after the loss to Mladenovic. “It’s just a tennis match and I need to not worry too much. Life is still good. Everyone has highs and lows in their career, and this is a little bit of a low point for me.” Tuesday’s loss ended is disastrous clay-court season for Bouchard. She managed just one win in four tournaments, beating No. 34 Zarina Diyas earlier this month at the Italian Open before falling in the third round in a hard-fought match against No. 10 Carla Suarez Navarro. The results in Rome seemed to indicate Bouchard was coming out of a tailspin that saw her lose to the likes of Tatjana Maria (ranked 113th in the world), Lesia Tsurenko (85th) and Lauren Davis (66th). Yet the native of Westmount, Que., came out flat against Mladenovic on Monday en route to losing a first-round Grand Slam match for the first time in her career. “I felt a bit better in Rome, so I think that just makes it more disappointing to have a performance like today,” Bouchard said. “I feel like it’s been a while since this has been happening. It’s unfortunate, but I’m sure one day it will stop.” Bouchard’s slide includes a pair of singles losses at last month’s Fed Cup tie between Canada and Romania in front of a partisan crowd in Montreal. She refused to shake the hand of opponent Alexandra Dulgheru in a pre-match ceremony, a breach of etiquette that caused a media buzz and showed her offcourt image is also suffering through this downturn. Earlier, Vancouver’s Vasek Pospisil was eliminated after a first-round loss to Joao Sousa of Portugal. The 53rd-ranked Canadian fell in straight sets 6-3, 7-6 (5), 6-1. Pospisil committed 45 unforced errors to Sousa’s 16. Milos Raonic of Thornhill, Ont., Canada’s top male singles player, is missing the tournament after recent foot surgery.

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In this Sept. 30, 2014 photo, reporters and photographers stand near the deep pot bunker on the 18th fairway at Chambers Bay, the host course for the 2015 U.S. Open Championship, in University Place, Wash.

Even in modern era of golf, U.S. Open remains an ‘open’ championship BY DOUG FERGUSON THE ASSOCIATED PRESS The names of golf’s two oldest championships are similar, and so are the concepts. The British Open and the U.S. Open are open to anyone who wants to qualify. The difference between them, other than the 35 years of history and the turf on which golf is played, was evident Monday when the final exemptions were awarded through the world ranking. The U.S. Open took the top 60 in the world who were not already eligible, adding 24 players to the field at Chambers Bay in three weeks. That brought the number to 74 players who do not have to qualify, and it brought a smile to the face of the USGA. For the ninth straight year, at least half of the 156-man field will have to qualify for the right to play in the U.S. Open. That includes seven players who earned over $2 million on the PGA Tour last season, and three players who already have cleared $2 million this year. It includes Thomas Bjorn, who was in the Ryder Cup last September. It’s not easy to get into the major known as the toughest test in golf. It’s not unreasonable, either. U.S. Open champions are exempt for 10 years. The Masters and PGA Championship give their winners a lifetime pass. British Open champions can play until they’re 60. Winners of the other three majors get a five-year exemption to the U.S. Open, while The Players Championship winner gets three years. The top 10 and ties from the previous U.S. Open don’t have to qualify, nor do the 30 players who make it the Tour Championship. Everyone else — except for amateurs and the Senior U.S. Open champion — has to qualify if

they’re not among the top 60 in the world. There is one more cutoff for the top 60 the week of the U.S. Open, though no more than two players typically get through. Monday also was the cutoff for the British Open. It took the top 50 in the world who were not already eligible from a long list of criteria that recognizes the quality of golf being played around the world. That’s how it should be. The proper name of golf’s oldest event is “The Open Championship.” It is the most global of majors, which is why the winner of the claret jug is introduced on the 18th green as the champion golfer of the year. But it’s not as open as it used to be. The Open has similar exemptions for major champions, and it recognizes its European roots by giving a three-year pass to the BMW PGA Championship winner and to the top 30 from the Race to Dubai. It also takes the money winner from tours in Australia, Asia and South Africa, and the top two from the money list in Japan. The list goes on. Five more PGA Tour players can get in through the FedEx Cup standings a week after the U.S. Open. Two more from the Japan Golf Tour can get in through a special money list. There’s a spot for the Japan Open champion, and for everyone on the last Ryder Cup team (that covers Bjorn). There’s still room for qualifying — as many as 44 spots, or roughly 28 per cent of the field. All but 12 of those are in the “Open Qualifying Series.” Those are part of an existing event, such as the Irish Open this week or the Greenbrier Classic next month. The top three or four players, provided they finish no worse than 12th in the tournament, get into the British Open if they haven’t already qualified. R&A chief Peter Dawson said

last year that it effectively is a 72-hole qualifier, which would seem to be a more rigorous test, just like 36 holes is a better measure than 18. Except that players don’t set out to get into the Open. They’re trying to win a tournament. It’s different when its 36 holes against a field of players with the same objective. That’s where golf’s oldest championship loses some of its romance. That’s what the U.S. Open gets right. Joe Ogilvie is an interesting case study. He retired last year, but not before making it through U.S. Open qualifying three straight years. A year ago, he missed three straight cuts and then tied for third in the qualifier. In 2013, he missed eight cuts and finished no higher than 46th in two other events. And then he finished fourth in the qualifier. He had the same bad form and same good result in 2012. Think he would have stood a chance in the British Open qualifying system? “I treated qualifiers differently,” Ogilvie said. “There was no scoreboard watching. I played the golf course. I didn’t try to win. I didn’t try to shoot 62. Just keep the ball in front of me, take all the big numbers out and go from there. Admittedly, if I treated my career like that I would have gone better.” Luke Donald is not eligible for the U.S. Open or British Open for the first time in a decade. Depending on how he fares at the Irish Open this week, he will play a 36-hole qualifier on June 8 against a field of players not eligible for the U.S. Open. His odds are probably better than the British qualifying system, especially considering it has been three months since he last finished better than 15th. Doug Ferguson is a golf reporter for the Associated Press and the Golf Channel

Michael Sam says he’s focused on football not making history in CFL MONTREAL — Michael Sam says his priority is helping the Montreal Alouettes win, not making history as the first openly gay player in the Canadian Football League. Sam was signed to a two-year deal by the Alouettes last week. He was formally introduced at a news conference in Montreal today. The 25-year-old Sam came out before last year’s NFL draft. He was selected in the seventh round by the St. Louis Rams to become the first openly gay player chosen by an NFL team. The Rams cut him in training camp. The Dallas Cowboys signed him to their practice squad but released him in October. Alouettes general manager Jim Popp, who called Sam a “trailblazing athlete,” says he believes Sam can excel as pass-rusher in the CFL. Sam starred at Missouri in college, earning SEC Defensive Player of the Year honours in 2013. After he came out, his NFL jersey was an instant bestseller and U.S. President Barack Obama publicly congratulated Sam and the Rams.

St. Louis Blues retain Ken Hitchcock as coach, sign him to 1-year contract ST. LOUIS — The St. Louis Blues are sticking with veteran coach Ken Hitchcock for another season. The Blues and Hitchcock on Tuesday announced a one-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed. Hitchcock took over as Blues coach during the 2011-2012 season. He has led St. Louis to an NHLbest 175-79-27 regular-season record since then. The post-season has been a different story. Under Hitchcock, the Blues have made it past the first round of the playoffs just once in four tries, and never past the second. This season, they had the third-best record in franchise history (51-24-7, 109 points) but lost in the first round to lower-seeded Minnesota in six games.

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Small bus trial extended RED DEER TRANSIT SAYS EXTENDICARE SERVICE HAS DRAWN POSITIVE RESULTS BY CRYSTAL RHYNO ADVOCATE STAFF A 24-seater bus is extending its ride along a new route in Red Deer. George Penny, the city’s Transit Department manager, said the month-long small bus pilot servicing Ross Street, Michener Avenue and Extendicare on Michener Hill area has drawn positive results.

It ran from April 20 to May 23 and now will be extended until June 13. Penny said officials want to ensure they have all necessary information before making any final decisions on the route. “It will also allow us to look at what options of other vehicles are available,” said Penny. On average, 60 passengers a day rode the 30-feet-long bus. Conventional buses are 40 feet long. Penny said these are good numbers

for something that is fairly new. Some of the passengers included seniors and Extendicare staff. Over the next few weeks, the city will determine the travel patterns including when people get on and off the bus. Penny said it makes sense to use a smaller bus in emerging areas that do not have full ridership for a 40-foot bus. Conventional buses have 39 seats. “As the ridership increases, you can

move over to a larger bus,” he said. “It is a trial and it takes us a little bit of time after the route to develop a fullblown route.” The city leased the MiDi bus from New Flyer Industries for roughly $90,000. Penny said two buses would be required if the route becomes permanent in case a bus breaks down. To find out more, visit www.reddeer. ca/transit. crhyno@reddeeradvocate.com

Street youth receive helping hand BY CRYSTAL RHYNO ADVOCATE STAFF

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Amy Dimarucut leads Whoopi around the indoor riding ring west of Red Deer as Dennis Quilliams holds Shane Raymond of Red Deer in the saddle on Tuesday. Raymond who is a member of Parkland Community Living Supports Society was taking part in a Special Ability Horsemanship session through the Gateway To Equine Experiences Foundation.

Equine program for disabled, youth at risk seeks new home BY MARY-ANN BARR ADVOCATE STAFF A business that gets disabled people and youth at risk riding horses must relocate — but it’s having a difficult time finding a new home. Dennis and Karen Quilliams have operated HorseSense Horsemanship, west of Red Deer and south of Alberta Springs Golf Course Resort, for 13 years. Dennis Quilliams said on Tuesday that they learned in April that they need to move by June 30 because the property they are on has been sold. “Most of the work that we do is special ability horsemanship, with children and adults that have special needs. It ranges from autism to cerebral palsy to Rett Syndrome.”

A lot of the work is core strengthening but the program also helps calm down autistic children and keep them centred, for example, said Quilliams. Many of their clients come from group homes. The couple got into special ability horsemanship because Karen had polio as a child and she could ride particular horses comfortably. The 10 horses they use are known as gaited breeds, and are therapeutic “because they have a natural walk, a nice gentle movement, it’s almost like aerobics,” said Quilliams. Riders don’t have to work at balance as much, he said. The Quilliams also do team building workshops, respite care for special needs clients, and have done some foster care. “The owners have been nothing

but supportive and just awesome to us,” Quilliams said, adding they have trails, pasture and an indoor heated arena where they are now, and they live in a home on the property, all about 10 minutes from Red Deer. The Quilliams have started a foundation, Gateway to Equine Experiences, to raise funds to support the horses but also to support individual who can’t afford what they charge. “The parents, the aides, the homes, are so supportive of our program,” he said. “We’ve been spoiled here.” Quilliams said they have do have a few possibilities for a new home but nothing for sure yet. He can be reached by email at dkhorses2009@live.com or by phone at 403-348-5636. barr@reddeeradvocate.com

A helping hand will soon be extended to Red Deer’s least visible residents. Starting in July, two outreach workers will be patrolling the streets looking for youth who do not have a permanent place to call home. Christine Stewart, a programs manager with McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association, said there are quite a few such young people out there, but they know how to work the system well enough that they stay hidden when they need to. “Our goal is to find those kids that just switch from boyfriend to boyfriend,” she said. “Or they have a pimp and they are being housed somewhere. Maybe they rotate friends and they wear out their welcome. It’s a different kind of homelessness but they still need some stability.” Stewart said these youth between the ages of 16 and 24 are not as visible on the streets as other homeless populations. They could be couch surfing or moving from one relationship to another before popping back on the street to access services. Most homeless services are geared for adults, something that does not necessarily work for youth, said Stewart. “We want services specifically for the youth to keep them safe and off the streets,” she said. Armed with a backpack with granola bars and coffee cards, the new staffers will form relationships with the youth with the ultimate goal of finding them a home. Stewart said family mediation will be a significant part of the project. “Most youth have families,” said Stewart. “They are just not living there for some reason.” She said it will be the staff’s role to figure out the reason and determine whether it is fixable and where the youth could live, and what he or she needs to maintain a stable housing environment. Stewart said a similar program in Toronto was successful when parents knew their kids were on the streets and contacted the program. Stewart wants parents to contact McMan if their kids are on the street and they need help with mediation. McMan is currently looking at applications for the two positions. On Monday, Red Deer city council endorsed the Community Housing Advisory Board’s recommendation to allocate $185,000 to McMan for the new youth outreach and family reunification services project. The project will initially run from July 1, 2015, to June 30, 2016. Last year, McMan provided transitional housing for four youth through its Arcadia program. It received $124,000 through the same grant program. “It took a little while to get off the ground but we are overflowing with referrals and not enough beds,” she said. “In part, this mobile outreach program will work with those people until we can find space in our program.” For more information, call Stewart at 403-309-2002 or leave a message. crhyno@reddeeradvocate.com

Human trafficking accused back in court on June 30 Two Red Deer people facing human trafficking charges under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act had their lawyer appear for them, adjourning to a future court date. Ravinder Sidhu, 46, and Varinder Sidhu, 49, are charged with three offences each. The charges include organizing the coming into Canada of one or more persons by means of abduction, fraud, deception or use or threat of force or

coercion; employing a foreign national in a capacity in which the foreign national is not authorized to; and counselling, inducing, aiding or abetting or attempting to counsel, aid or abet any person — directly or indirectly — misrepresent or withhold material facts relating to a relevant matter that induces or could induce an error in the administration of the immigration and refugee protection act. Will Willms, defence counsel for the

married couple, appeared in Red Deer provincial court on Tuesday on their behalf. He asked Judge James Glass if he could have a month to review the lengthy disclosure. The adjournment was granted by Glass. Crown prosecutor Ann MacDonald appeared on behalf of Kent Brown of the federal prosecutions office out of Calgary, which will carry the file. The Sidhus were charged following

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a 10-month investigation by Calgary Federal Serious Organized Crime officers. The investigation began in June 2014 when Alberta Employment standards contacted the RCMP, which led to a joint-investigation into the alleged abuse of eight temporary foreign workers employed at the Econolodge in Gasoline Alley. They will next appear in Red Deer provincial court on June 30.

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BRIEFS Celebrity Dance Off seeking charity partners Organizers of the Sheraton Celebrity Dance Off are calling on local charities to apply to be the partner and recipient of the 2016 fundraising event. The deadline to apply is June 19, and application forms are now available. The 2015 rendition, which, among others, involves volunteers, community leaders, and the professional dancing community, raised $300,000 for the Aspire Special Needs Resource Centre. For more information, contact Christine Moore at 403-392-1279, email chistinemoore18@gmail.com; or Jeanne Davis at 403-848-1287 or email jeanne.davis09@gmail.com.

Language opportunities urged by Buchanan Coun. Buck Buchanan wants the City of Red Deer to fight for second language opportunities in communities across the province. Buchanan read a notice of motion into city council proceedings on Monday. It will be discussed by council in two weeks. In four years, Red Deer will host the 2019 Canada Winter Games. Buchanan said it is part of the city’s obligation as a host city to welcome Canadian athletes in both official languages. Buchanan said he wants to ensure that people can access language training wherever they live in Alberta. As council’s representative on AUMA, Buchanan will be in Edmonton on Thursday for a its regular meeting. Council also added a focused response to homelessness and clarifying the intent of the federal New Building Canada Fund to its advocacy list.

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A red-winged blackbird balances on a cattail in a wetland southwest of Gasoline Alley. Male red-winged blackbirds will arrive in Alberta about a week before the females and aggressively stake out their territory. Once the females arrive, a male that has established a large wetland territory can attract several mates. Liquor Store on Oct. 27 to a report of a male committing an armed robbery using a large screwdriver. He left the scene on foot, taking an undisclosed amount of cash and liquor.

Outdoor pool, splash park to open on Monday in city Time to get out your bathing suits. The Blue Grass Sod Farms Central Spray & Play and the Recreation Centre outdoor pools will open for the season on June 1. The spray park is on the northwest corner of Rotary Recreation Park, at 47A Avenue and 48th Street. It includes a 7,500-square-foot spray pad with 35 spray toys and two dump buckets. The Recreation Centre (at 4501 47A Ave.) features a 50-metre outdoor pool with public swimming and lane swimming, a five-metre diving tower, and a children’s wading pool with spray features. For more information and swim schedules, visit www.reddeer.ca or pick up a schedule at the Recreation Centre, G.H. Dawe Centre, Michener Aquatic Centre or Collicutt Centre.

Walk or run for MS at Great Chief on Sunday Join hundreds of walkers and runners from across Central Alberta who will gather in Red Deer on Sunday for the Jayman Built MS Walk. The event starts at 9 a.m. in Kiwanis Picnic Shelter in Great Chief Park. The MS Society of Canada-Central Alberta Chapter seeks five-km and 10-km walkers and runners for the 25th anniversary walk. The $60 registration fee includes a T-shirt, runner snacks and lunch. To register or for more information, go to www.mswalks.ca.

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ronmental groups will run until 3 p.m. A vehicle emissions testing clinic will take place outside the hotel. PAMZ will also hand out its annual Action HERO (Healthy Environment by Reducing Ozone) awards in the Palermo Room at 12:30 p.m. Clean Air Day is celebrated during Environment Week, May 31 to June 6. To learn more about Clean Air Day, visit www.reddeer.ca/cleanairday.

Dress for Success plans fundraising luncheon Comedian Lars Callieou will entertain at a fundraising luncheon for Dress for Success Central Alberta on Sunday. This event provides funding and promotes economic independence of disadvantaged women in Central Alberta, by providing professional attire. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. with lunch served by 1:30 at the Black Knight Inn. Tickets cost $60. For more information, contact Leann at 403-342-2472 or Dagmar at 403-302-7777. Silent auction items will be on hand.

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Sunday. The walk raises funds for research, care and advocacy in support of cystic fibrosis. Cystic fibrosis is the most common fatal genetic disease affecting Canadian children and young adults. It does not have a cure. For more information about the walk, visit www.cysticfibrosis.ca.

Walk for Aspire on June 6 at Parkland School The third annual fundraising Walk for Aspire will be held on Saturday, June 6. The Aspire Special Needs Resource Centre is a charitable organization that helps children with special needs and their families, and those who care for them. The walk will take place at Parkland School, at 6016 45th Ave. in Red Deer, where the paved walking route is fully accessible for wheelchairs, strollers and people of all abilities. Registration is $40 per family or $10 for individuals. Registration takes place from 10 to 11 a.m. with the walk starting at 11, followed by a free barbecue lunch at 11:30. Children’s activities will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Parkland School, which has a fully accessible playground. All proceeds from the walk benefit local programs and services for children with special needs. For more information, go to www. aspirespecialneeds.ca or call 403-3402606.

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The return of tick season BY CAITLIN GIBSON BY ADVOCATE NEWS SERVICES

Signs and symptoms of Lyme disease

As the days grow steadily warmer and longer, people celebrate the muchanticipated spring by venturing outdoors — gardening in the yard, playing in community parks, strolling along wooded trails. Unfortunately, they’re not alone. The increasingly balmy weather also heralds the return of the dreaded annual tick season. With the arrival of National Lyme Disease Awareness Month in May, officials in regions with consistently high rates of infection are ramping up efforts to make sure people know how to enjoy the outdoors safely — and what to do if they experience a tick bite or the symptoms of a tick-borne illness. “There’s a lot of Lyme disease out there, and we don’t have any reason to think that the infection rates and our number of ticks are suddenly going to drop,� said Katherine Feldman, public health veterinarian with the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. “We want everyone to be aware of the potential for Lyme infection.� The illness, which is caused by bacteria that can be transmitted through the bite of an infected black-legged tick, can cause serious heart and nervous system problems if it isn’t promptly diagnosed and treated with antibiotics. But there are several simple steps people can take to help avoid infection, Feldman said, including dressing in light-colored clothing that will make it easier to see a tick; conducting a thorough check after spending time outside; and showering or bathing soon after any exposure to a possible tick habitat. As tick populations have continued to spread into new territories — thanks in part to shifting climate patterns and widespread residential development, experts say — Lyme disease has become a mounting problem. In 2013, 95 percent of confirmed Lyme disease cases were reported from 14 states. So officials want everyone to get up to speed on basic facts about ticks and the illnesses they carry. A tick typically must be attached for at least 24 hours before Lyme-causing bacteria is introduced into the human host’s bloodstream. “Just knowing what kind of tick bit you can help you understand what you’re at risk for,� Feldman said. “Lyme disease is far and away the most common [infection] in Maryland, but there are other diseases you can get from ticks, so we want people to be aware of all tick bites and take measures to keep all ticks off them.�

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Lyme disease, which is caused by bacteria that can be transmitted through the bite of an infected blacklegged tick, can cause serious heart and nervous system problems if it isn’t promptly diagnosed and treated with antibiotics. Lyme disease is most often transmitted through the bite of a nymph — or juvenile — black-legged tick, also known as a deer tick. The tiny insects can be hard to spot, with bodies as small as a freckle or the tip of a pencil. A recent infection is often associated with a red, irritated rash at the site of the bite. But not everyone gets a rash, experts warn, so it’s important to be aware of other possible symptoms, including fever, headache, fatigue, and muscle or joint pain. People are most at risk from Lyme infection in areas where rodents, deer and other small animals are easily able to transfer ticks to human hosts, Feldman said. The threat is especially high near waterways (ticks love moisture) and in recently developed areas where tick habitat borders residential communities. And for those who may have hoped that the recent colder-than-average winters might help — no such luck: Black-legged ticks, native to the upper Northeast, are well-accustomed to the cold. When it comes to certain facts about Lyme — how to prevent a bite, what to do if you find a tick or exhibit symptoms of infection — there tends to be consensus among scientists, physicians and government officials. But other aspects of Lyme disease, such as how best to diagnose or treat it, are bitterly contested. The U.S. government, through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the treatment guidelines established by the Infectious Diseases

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Actor and writer Mike O’Brien is shown in a handout photo. O’Brien, a longtime CBC comedy writer and an actor who played a recurring character on ‘Corner Gas,’ has died of cancer. best known for his portrayal of Wes Humboldt, the combination liquor store owner and insurance salesman on CTV’s Corner Gas. Thompson said O’Brien quickly became a beloved member of the Corner Gas family, adding that cast members organized a fundraiser for him and his family when his cancer was first diagnosed in 2011. Series star Brent Butt took to social media to express his condolences. “Sad to say, the lovely & clever Mike O’Brien — who, among many things, played Wes Humboldt on Corner Gas— has passed away. CancerSucks,” Butt tweeted. O’Brien also had a recurring role

on the HBO Canada comedy Less than Kind. But it was radio where he spent the better part of his later career, working largely as a comedy writer for the CBC. On his blog, O’Brien penned a largely serious post on the subject of faith in the hours before he died, downplaying the role of religion in his life and expressing more confidence in his medical team. He also referenced the wife and four-year-old son he left behind, citing optimism for their future as a key source of comfort. “Above all, I have faith Robin will guide Will toward a fine life,” he said. “That’s the belief I treasure the most.”

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GAALAAS Dale Gaalaas of Innisfail passed away on April 17, 2015 at the age of 77 years. Dale was born on November 23, 1937 to Madeleine and Orvild Gaalaas in Camrose, AB. He spent his working years in the oil and gas industry with Hudson Bay Oil & Gas, Dome Petroleum and BP Amoco Canada. Dale taught at Red Deer College and worked in Nigeria teaching math, science and oil and gas. He was a master with his hands. If you could think it up he could build it. Dale worked in metal, wood, welding, iron railing, stone masonry, building trailers or designing any of the above. He always said he relaxed by working. Dale was happiest hunting, fishing or driving around in his beloved truck “Clyde” or playing his piano. Dale is survived by his common law wife of 28 years Linda Housman, his son Shane, Shane’s mother Carol and step children Aaron (Belinda) Fearnley, Carmen Fearnley and Sarah (Michael) Hardage, his siblings Gary (Lois) Gaalaas, Wayne (Marlene) Gaalaas, Fay Sollid and Diane Burnett, sister in law Eva Gaalaas and step brother Donald (Cheryl) Bentley. He is predeceased by his parents and brother Allan Gaalaas. A service of remembrance will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2015 at the Innisfail Library Learning Centre Community Room at 2:00pm. Memorial donations may be made to the Rosefield Centre or to the Salvation Army. HEARTLAND FUNERAL SERVICES LTD. Innisfail entrusted with arrangements. Phone: 403-227-0006. www.heartlandfuneralservices.com

ELLSWORTH Mary Mrs. Mary Ellsworth passed away at the Bentley Care Centre on May 25, 2015 at the age of 100 years. She was born in Bentley on January 31, 1915 where she resided until her passing. Mary was predeceased by her husband Glen on September 20, 1984. Honoring Mary’s burial directions a public graveside interment will take place at the Bentley Cemetery on Friday, May 29, 2015 at 11:00 AM. A time of fellowship and remembrance will follow at Bentley Community Church. Condolences may be forwarded to: www.sylvanlakefuneralhome.ca SYLVAN LAKE AND ROCKY FUNERAL HOMES AND CREMATORIUM, your Golden Rule Funeral Homes, entrusted with the arrangements. 403-887-2151

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ANDERSON Lois (Smith) Lois Anderson of Red Deer passed away peacefully at Michener Extendicare on Sunday, May 24, 2015 at the age of 99 years. She was born on November 12, 1915 in Red Deer. Lois married Bob Anderson in 1941 and they farmed in the Willowdale district. She was very active in the local church and community. Life on the farm was her biggest joy. Lois’ memory will be cherished by her son, Carl, grandchildren; Laura, Michelle (Aaron), Tracy, Kelly, and Jacoby, and five great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her two sisters; Doris Johnson and Audrey Nystrom. Lois was predeceased by her husband, Bob, in 1975 and brothers; Jack and Bud. A Funeral Service for Lois will be held at Eventide Funeral Chapel, 4820-45 Street, Red Deer, on Friday, May 29, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. The family would like to extend a huge thank you to the staff at Michener Extendicare. Their compassion and never ending care will not be forgotten. 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

PEARSON, Kevin Lee (KrazyManKev) Kevin “KrazyManKev” was tragically taken from our lives on May 20, 2015 in a motorcycle accident in Red Deer. He was born on July 11, 1970 in Kelowna, British Columbia to Robert Pearson and Linda Herber. Kevin is survived by his beloved Angie Cowell, sons Evan Petten, Jesse Pearson, Daniel Buehler, Brendan Pearson, parents Robert (Niki) Pearson, Linda (Keith) Herber, sisters Theresa Cleave, Jenni Burdes and Valerie Ward. Kevin had a love for the outdoors; fishing, hunting, boating, dirt biking and camping. Kevin was a devoted family man with a deep love and respect for all he held close to him. Kevin lived his life to the fullest and left with no regrets. He will be missed by all who called him soul mate, father, son, brother, uncle and friend. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Penhold Community Hall (1123 Fleming Avenue, Penhold Alberta) Saturday May 30th 2015 at 2:00pm. Cremation entrusted to the Rocky Mountain Crematorium, Rocky Mountain House. Condolences may be forwarded to www.sylvanlakefuneralhome.ca SYLVAN LAKE AND ROCKY FUNERAL HOMES AND CREMATORIUM, your Golden Rule Funeral Homes, entrusted with the arrangements 403-887-2151

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OLEKSOW Joe Sept. 4, 1931 to May 22, 2015 On Friday September 4, in 1931 on a farm near Ketchen, Saskatchewan, Joe Oleksow was born (along with other greats that year such as William Shatner and Anne Bancroft) into a world that was in the midst of the Great Depression, or better known to some as the dirty thirties. Joe was born at a time of devastating droughts, where unemployment reached close to 30% and farmers were especially hit hard by the collapse of wheat prices. This was also a time when a fine new house cost about $6,000.00, a hardworking man might make $1,800.00 a year, and where gas cost 10 cents a gallon and bread was 8 cents a loaf. Joe was the middle child surrounded by two older brothers and two younger sisters, and grew up working on the farm, rough housing with his brothers, teasing his sisters and getting into trouble with Jacob. At a time when schooling was not always high on the priority list, Joe stuck with it and completed grade 9 In the winter he worked in the lumber camps in Ontario and in the summer came back and worked on the farm. He also worked on the railways and in the spring of 1955 joined the oil patch in Virden, Manitoba. Joe always took great pride in his vehicles and used to wash his car down at the crick in Virden not far from where the love of his life lived. It was at an Easter Monday Spring Dance in Virden that Joe met Ruth Hawes. They married September 29, 1955 and had 4 daughters; Michelle, Carol, Debbie and Marci in 1956, 57, 59 and 61, and in late 1966 finally had that elusive boy - Joe Jr. Joe spent the majority of his career (31 Years) working for Imperial Oil starting in Alida in the latter part of 1955. Joe progressed within Imperial Oil and moved around Saskatchewan from Alida to Carnduff to Smiley and Dodsland, then moving to Redwater, Alberta in late 1969, then moving from Redwater to Red Deer and then to Swan Hills where he was affectionately known as Papa Joe at work. Joe and Ruth then enjoyed a short stint in the North West Territories in Norman Wells, moved back to Alberta to Swan Hills then off to Rainbow Lake, finally retiring in Red Deer in 1986. Joe was an avid big game hunter and fisherman and it was always a contest between Joe and his best bud John Thorlacious as to who could tell the taller tale or make the most haunting moose call. Joe also enjoyed curling, music and watching sports and animal shows on TV. Joe and Ruth loved dancing, going camping, attending all kinds of rodeos, and working on Michelle and Gerry’s farm. Joe was known for the waxed handlebar mustache that he sported for most of his life. He groomed and waxed that mustache like it was a 57 Chevy. Earlier this year when he got too ill to perform the daily moustache maintenance, Ruthie was entrusted with the job of shaving, trimming and maintaining his mustache - a job that he would entrust to no other. Joe loved his family, especially his “Ruthie”, and when the kids were young, he loved nothing better than loading the family in the car (no seat belts in those days) and going off for a Sunday drive in the country. He enjoyed regular visits from the kids and loved spending time with all the grandkids and their children. Joe took ill in the late fall of 2014. He fought the good fight, going through many tests and procedures, including a long hospital stay, but continued to grow weaker and on April 6th moved to Marci and Bryan’s where extra support could be provided. Then on May 6 Joe moved to the Red Deer Hospice where he succumbed to his illness on May 22, a time when a fine house cost upwards of half a million dollars, a hard working woman could make $180,000.00 per year, the price of gas had dropped to around $1.00 per litre and a loaf of bread cost $3.00. Joe was predeceased by his brother Paul and his sister Mary. He leaves to remember him his beloved wife of nearly 60 years Ruth, children Michelle Lawrence (Gerry), Carol Oleksow, Debbie Danyluk (Len), Marci Duncombe (Buzz) and Joe Oleksow Jr. (Audrey), 14 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, one great great granddaughter, his brother Sam, sister Marcia and numerous nieces and nephews. There are many people to thank through this journey but no words can express the family’s appreciation to the wonderful staff and volunteers at the Red Deer Hospice. You were a blessing to Dad and a comfort to us. Joe’s family will be having a celebration of his life at Eventide Funeral Chapel, 4820-45 Street, Red Deer, on Monday, June 1, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. If so desired, donations may be made in Joe’s memory to the Red Deer Hospice Society, 99 Arnot Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta, T4R 3S6. 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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CALKINS CONSULTING o/a Tim Hortons 15 vacancies at each location for FOOD COUNTER ATTENDANTS for 3 locations $12/hr. + benefits. F/T & P/T positions. Permanent shift work, weekends, days, nights, evenings. Start date as soon as possible. No experience or education req’d. Job description avail. at www.timhortons.com Apply in person to 6620 Orr Drive. Red Deer, 6017 Parkwood Road, Blackfalds, or 4924-46 St. Lacombe. or Call 403-848-2356 JJAM Management (1987) Ltd., o/a Tim Horton’s Requires to work at these Red Deer, AB locations: 5111 22 St. 37444 HWY 2 S 37543 HWY 2N 700 3020 22 St. FOOD ATTENDANT Req’d permanent shift weekend day and evening both full and part time. 16 Vacancies, $10.25/hr. + benefits. Start ASAP. Job description www.timhortons.com Education and experience not req’d. Apply in person or fax resume to: 403-314-1303 SWISS Chalet -Red Deer HIRING FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISORS: $13.75 $ 14.50 and 40 hours per week. Supervise and coordinate staff activities and customer service. Establish work schedule and train associates Interested parties can email swiss1702@cara.com, fax 1 866 928 5481 or deliver resume to unit #8, 5111 22nd St. Red Deer, T4R 2K1.

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LOCAL independent construction company looking to hire for on-site residential renovation work. Demonstrated proficiency in finishing work (drywall, tile setting, finish carpentry, or similar) and reading plans is required. Will be expected to follow safety program and procedures specific to working in occupied spaces. Own transportation and basic tools required. Please email resume & ref’s to: admin@freshrenos.com SELF motivated journeyman sheet metal mechanic req’d for shop in Innisfail. The successful applicant will have a truck and fuel supplied. Must possess good organizational skills and be able to work commercial projects without assistance. Will be trained on computer sheet metal layout. Must have clean drivers license. Competitive rates $34/hr. and benefit incld. Call 403-227-6554 or fax resume to 403-227-6478 Tired of Standing? Find something to sit on in Classifieds SMALL RURAL MEAT SHOP in central AB looking for F/T meat cutter. 8 - 4:30, no weekends. Knowledge of cutting hanging carcasses needed. Rental house avail. within walking distance of meat shop at a very reasonable rate with paid utils. Above industry wages avail. with skill & exp. 403-843-4383 jkcmeats@hotmail.ca

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AIR HOCKEY by Sportscraft was $900 new, exc. cond, $200 403-352-8811 MOVING - Must Sell Like New - treadmill, $75 obo. 403-302-7336 TRUE 450 treadmill $200 403-347-1992 WANTED: Will pay cash for good used tread climber. Prefer Bow Flex. 403-740-6592

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HEINTZMAN piano, $1200. 403-342-6290

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SONY Trinitron tv 26” w/remote, used little $75, also black glass tv stand, bought at Sims $125. 403-352-8811

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Piano & Organs

FLYER CARRIERS NEEDED For Afternoon Delivery 2 Days/Week (Wed. & Fri.)

FULL TIME Bower

SEARS portable stereo with AM/FM 8 track, cassett, turn table, cabinet 2 speakers, 100+ 8 track tapes $150 403-347-1992

VINTAGE Royal Doulton Beswick horse, brown shetland Pony, 3 1/2” high $50; Merrell Ortholite shoes, air cushioned, size 6 1/2, like new $35. Lazy Boy, recliner, tall style, beige, $95. 403-352-8811

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GAME CUBE 2, 2 games. $50.; PS 2 with 5 games, $40. X-Box with 6 games, $60. PS1, with 6 games, $50. 403-782-3847

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CARRIERS REQUIRED

BE CAREER READY IN 10 TO 12 MONTHS

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STORAGE shed, tent style, 8’ x 8’ x 7’, full front door roll-up, spare roof and wall cover, set up to view. $110. 403-346-2192

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Employment Training

MOVING - Must Sell Like New - table and chairs, and sectional couch, $75 obo for each item. 403-302-7336

100 VHS movies, $75. 403-885-5020

WASHER & Dryer, Kenmore Super Capacity, front load, white. $425. pr. 403-596-1312

Household Furnishings

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MOVING - Must Sell Like New - glass tv stand, and wood hutch/desk, $75 obo for each item. 403-302-7336

Stereos TV's, VCRs

Semi loads of pine, spruce, Children's tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Items Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346 RUNNERS, Spiderman, child’s size 3. Very good cond. $10. 403-314-9603

Health & Beauty

Household Furnishings

Antiques, furniture and estates. 342-2514

FREE FIREWOOD!! FRESH CUT POPLAR. 12” - 15” lengths. 403-347-1997

LOGS

Busy road construction company looking for Labourers AND flag per- SCRUBS, health care unisons. Work is throughout form, size medium. approx. Alberta. Must have a Class pieces, $100. obo. 5 license. Fax resume to 403-309-0489 is looking for a couple to live in & operate our storage facility. Current openings:

Firewood

FIREWOOD. Pine, Spruce, Can deliver 1-4 cords. 403-844-0227

LADIES Rieker, size 37 white sling leather upper shoes, antistress, Dora style, worn once. Reg. $129, asking $90. 403-227-2976

Competitive wages and bene¿ts plan. Hours Àexible. Please submit cover letter, resume and references to: Peacock Inn/KFC #1, 4971 Phelan Street Red Deer, AB T4P 3Z4 Email mail@peacockgroup.ca

SHRUMS MEATS Stettler, F/T BUTCHER $20 - $30/hr. Phone 1-403-742-1427 or fax 403-742-1429

BOOTS, leather, Italian ladies chocolate, soft glove fit over knee length, zippered back, 2 3/4” heel, $200. 403-227-2976

Job Expectations Include: *Outstanding Salesmanship *Excellent Communication Skills, both verbal and written *Knowledgeable in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel; and adept office admin experience *Managing, training & scheduling Assistants *Valid Class 5 Driver’s license *Candidates must consent to a Credit & Criminal CENTRAL AB based Record Check trucking company requires *Janitorial & maintenance CONTRACT keeping the physical site DRIVERS clean - inside and out in AB. Home the odd night. Base and Commissions varies Weekends off. per location, 2 bdrm. residence, 403-586-4558 benefits, free storage, corporate apparel, contests and prizes. Promax Transport is No single applicants will looking for a P/T Class 1A be considered. Please shunt driver to work email BOTH resumes to: weekend shifts. Please Lisa - Lmcnamara@ send resumes to fax # sentinel.ca 403-227-2743 or call Specify city in email 403-227-2712 for more subject line information

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With 42 papers, approximately $220./mo For More Information, Please call Prodie 403-314-4301 ADULT or YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED For delivery of Flyers, Express and Friday Forward ONLY 2 DAYS A WEEK in DEER PARK AREA 2 Blks. of Dempsey St, Dumas Cres. and Duffy Close also 1 Blk. of Davison Dr., Dietz Cl. and Durie Cl. $110.08/mo. ********************** For More Information Call Jamie at the Red Deer Advocate 403-314-4306 ADULT or YOUTH CARRIERS NEEDED For delivery of Flyers, Express and Friday Forward ONLY 2 DAYS A WEEK in

Sorensen Close/Sisson Ave. Sutherland Cres. Shaw Close

GRANDVIEW AREA 4400 Blks. of 40A Ave. and 41 Ave. and 1 Blk. each of 46 and 47 Streets area

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Dobson Cl. and Duffield Ave also Douglas Ave $71.20/mo.

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Houses/ Duplexes

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NORMANDEAU 2 Bdrm. 4-plex. 1.5 bath, 4 appls. $1100. No pets, N/S Quiet adults. 403-350-1717

HOUSE FOR Rent in Red Deer,Kentwood. 4 bdrm. 3 bathrooms, double atORIOLE PARK tached garage, new paint 2 bdrm., 1-1/2 bath, $1075. and fence, available July rent, s.d. $650, incl water 1. $2000.00 /month plus all sewer and garbage. Avail. utilities call 403-391-9656 June 1st. 403-304-5337 OLDER 1 bdrm. smaller house, large lot, Penhold. $875/mo. negotiable. 403-886-5342, 403-357-7817

Condos/ Townhouses

Suites

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1 BDRM. bsmt. suite, utils. incl., washer & dryer, $800 *** RENTED***

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Suites

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Houses For Sale

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SUV's

TO SUBLET, renovated 1 bdrm. apt. in Bower, $1149/mo, no d.d., heat & water incl., cats allowed. 403-358-4117

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Rooms For Rent

1 BDRM. bsmt, prefer mature employed adult or mature student. 403-342-7789 Classifieds...costs so little Saves you so much!

FULLY furn. bdrm. for rent, $500/mth - $250 DD. Call 403-396-2468

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Fifth Wheels “COMING SOON” BY

SERGE’S HOMES Duplex in Red Deer Close to Schools and Recreation Center. For More Info Call Bob 403-505-8050

MOVE IN TODAY 1550 sq. ft. bi-level w/dbl. att. garage $499,900 403-588-2550

Condos/ Townhouses

4040

MICHENER Hill condos Phase 3 Red Deer New 4th flr. corner suite, 1096 Sq. ft., 2 bdrm, 2 bath, a/c, all appls, underground parking w/storage, recreational amenities, extended care center attached, deck 403-227-6554 to 4 pm. weekdays or 588-8623 anytime. Pics avai. on kijji

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2000 FORD F150, S/B, E/C, V6, A/C, headache rack,auto. 403-347-1997

MORRISROE MANOR

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2004 CORSAIR 26.5’, 1 large slide, well maint., ready to go 403-227-6794 Something for Everyone Everyday in Classifieds

1998 FORD F150 L/B, E/C V6, A/C, auto., 403-347-1997

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1995 TRAVELAIRE, 25.5’, very good, clean cond., sleeps 6, new awning, full propane tanks, full size fridge, 4 burner stove/ oven, microwave, queen bed, x-long couch, makes into bed, N/S, no pets. $7000. obo. 403-347-1997 1995 TRAVELAIRE, 25.5’, very good, clean cond., sleeps 6, new awning, full propane tanks, full size fridge, 4 burner stove/oven, microwave, queen bed, x-long couch, makes into bed, N/S, no pets. $7000. obo. 403-347-1997

Holiday Trailers

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Boats & Marine

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2010 BUICK Enclave CXL 124,000 kms, absolutely like new, Gold Mist $24,000 403-845-3292

2 & 3 BDRM. units avail. in Mobile Sylvan Lake. At reduced Lot 3 BDRM. 2 baths, 5 appls., rate. 403-341-9974 n/s, no pets, avail June 1. Motorcycles PADS $450/mo. ADULT 2 BDRM. spacious $1200. 403-505-1740 suites 3 appls., heat/water Brand new park in Lacombe. Spec Mobiles. 3 Bdrm., LACOMBE 3 bdrm. 1 1/2 incld., Oriole Park. 2 bath. As Low as $75,000. bath, 5 appls., garage Mike 403-350-1620 Down payment $4000. Call $1495/mo. 403-986-6889 OPEN HOUSE at anytime. 403-588-8820 782-7156 357-7465 SAT. & SUN. 1-5 GLENDALE reno’d 2 bdrm. 639 OAK ST. Springbrook avail. immed, SEIBEL PROPERTY apartments, 403-588-2550 rent $875 403-596-6000 www.seibelprperty.com Ph: 403-304-7576 LARGE, 1 & 2 BDRM. or 403-347-7545 2013 HONDA PCX 150 SUITES. 25+, adults only scooter, 1,185 km, $2,700. Acreages 2 Weeks Free Rent n/s, no pets 403-346-7111 403-346-9274 6 locations in Red Deer ~ Halman Heights HOBBY farm 38 acres, ~ Riverfront Estates CLASSIFICATIONS well maintained 3 bdrm, 1750 sq. ft. home, 15 min. ~ Westpark 3 bdrm. 1 1/2 bath, 4000-4190 S. of Red Deer, mountain ~ Kitson Close Adult bldg. only, N/S No view, att. garage, 3400 ft. ~ Kyte & Kelloway Cres. pets 403-596-2444 shop and barn ~ Holmes St. Realtors $799,000 403-886-5335 S.D. $1000 & Services Rent $1195 to $1395 3 bdrm. townhouses, 2008 SUZUKI Lots For 1.5 bath, 4 & 5 appls., blinds, Boulevard C109RT, Sale lrg. balconies, no dogs. NOW RENTING loaded with saddle bags, N/S, no utils. incl. 1 & 2 BDRM. APT’S. windshield, cruise Residential Building Lots in Avail. immed. or June 1 2936 50th AVE. Red Deer (manual), running lights, a Gated, Maintenance References required. Newer bldg. secure entry back rest, 44,500 kms. Free Golf & Lake Bedroom w/onsite manager, Excellent Condition! community, 25 minutes SOUTHWOOD PARK 3 appls., incl. heat & hot $8100. o.b.o. from Red Deer. Lots 3110-47TH Avenue, water, washer/dryer 403-318-4653 starting from 99K Contact 2 & 3 bdrm. townhouses, hookup, infloor heating, a/c., Mike at 1-403-588-0218 generously sized, 1 1/2 car plug ins & balconies. baths, fenced yards, Call 403-343-7955 full bsmts. 403-347-7473, HERE TO HELP OPPOSITE HOSPITAL Sorry no pets. & HERE TO SERVE 2 bdrms, balcony, no pets www.greatapartments.ca Call GORD ING at $875 403-346-5885 RE/MAX real estate central alberta 403-341-9995 4 Plexes/ gord.ing@remax.net 6 Plexes 1997 HONDA Shadow 1 & 2 bdrm. adult building, TOO MUCH STUFF? Spirit 1100, windshield, CLASSIFICATIONS Let Classifieds 3 BDRM., n/p, $1100 mo. N/S. No pets. leather bags, storage cov403-343-6609 5000-5300 403-596-2444 help you sell it. er, $3800. 403-740-6592

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WEST PARK Avail. June 1, 2 bdrm bsmt. suite, 4 appls, private entry, n/s, n/p, rent $700 rent/dd. + utils. 403-845-2926

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2010 OUTBACK Keystone Superlite 28’, 31’ w/hitch, 2 slideouts, good cond., $21,500 403-844-7970 Celebrate your life with a Classified ANNOUNCEMENT

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PONTOON Boat, including access. $200. 403-347-3849

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NOTICE OF SALE Goods shall be sold by public auction (sale conducted by Montgomery Auctions) on MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at StoreSmart Self-Storage, 29 McKenzie Crescent, Red Deer County, Alberta, to satisfy outstanding charges for self-storage rental incurred by the following: 1. JOEL P. PETERSON 2. THOMAS CASTONGUAY 3. HOLLY SOUND 4. JASON BUTLER 5. KEVIN R MCKAY 6. JOLANDA ABRAHAM

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1957 FORD SKYLINER Retractable Hardtop $42,500. 403-742-9417

2004 CORSAIR 26.5’,

2010 OUTBACK Keystone Superlite 28’, 31’ w/hitch, 2 slideouts, good cond., $21,500 403-844-7970

1997 HONDA Shadow Spirit 1100, windshield, leather bags, storage cover, $3800. 403-740-6592

2001 Dodge Caravan, 189,000 km, no rust. 403-442-4223 or 403-373-6279

1 large slide, well maint., Ready to Go 403-227-6794

2008 HONDA CIVIC LX, 139,400 km., exc. con., carproof, $7,900 obo 1-403-396-9369

1998 880 Sportster, 23,000 kms by instructor, $5500 obo. 780-265-6655

2001 VOLVO S60. Loaded, very good cond. 182,000 km. $4500 obo. 403-343-2058

DO YOU HAVE A BOAT TO SELL? ADVERTISE IT IN THE FAST TRACK, Call 309-3300.

2008 SUZUKI Boulevard C109RT, loaded w/saddle bags, windshield,

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2001 Z71 L/B, 4wd, exc. cond., 251,000 kms, $4400. 403-340-9248

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2012 CANAM Outlander 800 R XT, power steering, winch, 2 quad boxes. 900 kms. $9000. 403-347-6344

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Sold 1989 29’ F350, very clean, sleeps 6, n/s shower & bathroom, everything works, c/w everything. 61187 kms. $14500

cruise, running lights, back rest, 44,500 kms. Exc. Cond. $8100. o.b.o. 403-318-4653

Sold V twin, new tires, brakes, fork seals & battery.

$2900.

1995 TRAVELAIRE, 25.5’, very good,cond., sleeps 6, new awning, full size fridge, 4 burner stove/oven, micro., queen bed, x-long couch, $7000. 403-347-1997

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2007 DUTCHMAN, 28RK, front queen bed, rear kitchen, sleeps 6, slide living rm., n/s, clean. $17,750. 403-784-2482

2010 BUICK Enclave CXL 124,000 kms, absolutely like new, Gold Mist $24,000 403-845-3292

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BRIEF Malaysian forensics teams dig up graves at abandoned traffickers’ camp BUKIT WANG BURMA, Malaysia — Malaysian forensics teams exhumed a body from a shallow grave Tuesday at an abandoned jungle camp used by human traffickers, the first of what police predicted would be more grim findings as they search through a cluster of illicit hideouts near the border with Thailand. Authorities say there are 139 suspected graves in the mountainous jungle where northern Malaysia meets southern Thailand, a remote area that trafficking syndicates used as a transit point to hold migrants and refugees. Most were believed to be members of Myanmar’s persecuted Rohingya Muslim minority and impoverished migrants from Bangladesh. “Forensics teams have found one human body so far,” said Mohammad Bahar Alias, a senior police official from northern Perlis state. Digging continued at other graves, which police said were marked by sticks or stones. “There are graves all over this area.” Malaysian police took journalists to one of 28 abandoned camps found after a regional crackdown was launched on human trafficking earlier this month. The camp, reached after a 2-hour hike up a steep jungle path, appeared to have been abandoned a while ago, police said. A jungle prison remained that included at least two large wooden pens wrapped with barbed wire. “These structures were believed to be used as human cages,” said Mohammad Bahar. He said the camp may have held up to 300 people. It also contained a watch tower and a cooking area littered with dishes and pots. During the tour, authorities pointed out what looked like the skeletal remains of a jaw on the ground.

Hamas official says unknown Gaza militants fire rocket at Israel GAZA, Palestinian Territory — A Hamas official says unknown militants in the Gaza Strip fired a rocket at Israel. Israeli officials say there was no damage or casualties. The official says at least one rocket was fired Tuesday night and that it wasn’t clear who fired it. The official spoke on condition of anonymity as he wasn’t authorized to brief journalists about the fired rocket. Hamas, the Islamic militant group that rules Gaza, has fired thousands of rockets at Israel over the years. But rocket fire has mostly stopped since the end of last summer’s war between Gaza militants and Israel. Other militant groups have fired rockets in the meantime, though Israel holds Hamas responsible for all attacks coming out of Gaza. Israel’s military said there were no reports of casualties after the rocket landed. Sirens wailed in several southern Israeli communities.

Iranian security court begins trial of detained Washington Post reporter TEHRAN, Iran — An Iranian security court on Tuesday began the closed-door espionage trial of an Iranian-American reporter for The Washington Post who has been detained for more than 10 months. Jason Rezaian, the Post’s 39-year-old bureau chief in Tehran, is being tried in a Revolutionary Court on allegations of “espionage for the hostile government of the United States” and propaganda against the Islamic Republic, Iran’s official IRNA news agency reported. The IRNA report did not elaborate. Rezaian’s brother, Ali Rezaian, later told The Associated Press in Washington that the proceeding largely involved him hearing the charges. Rezaian’s lawyer, Leila Ahsan, could not be reached for comment. The Post has said Rezaian faces from 10 to 20 years in prison if convicted. Rezaian, his wife Yeganeh Salehi and two photojournalists were detained on July 22 in Tehran. All were later released except Rezaian.

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Iraq launches operation to retake Anbar from IS BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS BAGHDAD — Iraq vowed Tuesday to retake Anbar province — now mostly held by the Islamic State — by launching a large-scale military operation less than two weeks after suffering a humiliating defeat at the hands of the extremists in the provincial capital of Ramadi. The operation, which Iraqi state TV said was backed by Shiite militias and Sunni pro-government fighters, is deemed critical in regaining momentum in the fight. But as a sandstorm descended across the region, there was no sign of any major engagement against the extremists, who have been gaining ground in the province west of Baghdad despite U.S.-led airstrikes. A Pentagon spokesman, Col. Steve Warren, said Iraqi forces have begun “shaping operations” and “security zone interactions,” which he described as probing and reconnaissance actions that would precede any major combat in or around Ramadi. The Iraqis have begun moving forward from their base at Habbaniyah, and IS fighters likewise are probing in the direction of Habbaniyah, Warren said. He added that he could not confirm that the Iraqi forces have surrounded Ramadi. The Islamic State — also known by the acronyms ISIS and ISIL, and Daesh in Arabic — seized large parts of Anbar in early 2014 and captured Ramadi earlier in May. Iraqi forces, which had been making steady progress against the extremists in recent months with the help of the air campaign, scored a major victory in recapturing Saddam Hussein’s hometown of Tikrit last month. Elsewhere in Anbar province, the Islamic State group last week captured the Iraqi side of the key al-Walid border crossing with Syria. Those gains followed the IS seizure of the ancient town of Palmyra in Syria. The launch of the operation in Anbar came only days after U.S. officials, including Defence Secretary Ash Carter, criticized Iraq’s forces, saying its troops fled the IS advance on Ramadi without fighting back, leaving behind weapons and vehicles for the extremists. Baghdad defended its troops and said prepara-

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Local residents and Sunni tribal fighters welcome newly-arriving Iraqi Shiite Hezbollah Brigade militiamen, brandishing their flag, who are joining the fight against Islamic State group militants in Khalidiya, 100 kilometers west of Baghdad, Iraq. tions were underway for the large-scale counteroffensive in Anbar, involving Iranian-backed Shiite militias known as Popular Mobilization Units. That possibility sparked fears of potential sectarian violence in the Sunni-dominated province, long the site of protests and criticism of the Shiite-led government in Baghdad. The Shiite militias chose a religious name for their campaign, deepening those worries and drawing criticism from the Pentagon. The Popular Mobilization Units have named it “Labaik Ya Hussein,” which is Arabic for “I am here, Hussein” — referring to a grandson of the Prophet Muhammad and one of the most revered figures of Shiite Islam. Warren called the title “unhelpful,” adding: “We’ve long said ... the key to expelling ISIL from Iraq is a unified Iraq that separates itself from sectarian divides.”

Search resumes for those missing from home carried away by flood BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS WIMBERLEY, Texas — Recovery teams resumed the search Tuesday for 12 people who are missing after a rain-swollen river carried a Texas vacation home off its foundation and slammed it into a bridge downstream. In Houston, authorities recovered three more bodies from the floodwaters — two of them in the city and a third in a vehicle on Interstate 45. That brings to 11 the number of people killed by the storms in Oklahoma and Texas. After holiday weekend storms dumped record rainfall on the Plains and Midwest, the water kept rising overnight. The Houston area received about 11 more inches, much of it in a six-hour period. Houston Mayor Annise Parker said officials in the nation’s fourth-largest city would be “on the alert” as the bayous rise. Fire crews conducted hundreds of water rescues overnight, mostly retrieving stranded motorists from their vehicles, the mayor said. Elsewhere, a runway was closed at Dallas-Fort Worth Airport after a sinkhole developed in a nearby grassy area. The runway was to remain closed until repairs can be made. In addition to those missing in the vacation house, authorities were searching for victims and assess-

ing damage just across the Texas-Mexico border in Ciudad Acuna, where a tornado Monday killed 13 people and left at least five unaccounted for. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott declared disasters in 37 counties. “You cannot candy coat it. It’s absolutely massive,” Abbott said after touring the destruction. Some of the worst flooding damage was in Wimberley, a popular tourist town along the Blanco River in the corridor between Austin and San Antonio. That’s where the vacation home was swept away. The “search component” of the mission ended Monday night, meaning no more survivors were expected to be found in the flood debris, said Trey Hatt, a spokesman for the Hays County Emergency Operations Center. Witnesses reported seeing the swollen river push the home off its foundation and smash it into a bridge. Only pieces of the home have been found, Hays County Judge Bert Cobb said. One person who was rescued from the home told workers that the other 12 inside were all connected to two families, Cobb said Monday night. Young children were among those believed to be missing. But by early Tuesday, Hays County spokeswoman Laureen Chernow acknowledged discrepancies concerning how many people might have been inside the vacation home. She said officials were not able to confirm whether all 12 were in that house.

Messiest, Most Disorganized Closet Tracy Hayden’s closet received the most online votes and wins $1500 from Canadian Closet.

EDUCATION COORDINATOR Suicide Information & Education Services is currently seeking an individual for position of Education Coordinator for our K-12 education programs. This position also provides support to our Education Team and Executive Director and will work in collaboration with schools and community partners. Qualifications: • University degree or college diploma in related discipline • Minimum 3 years’ experience in the non-profit sector or school environment • Experience delivering education programs would be an asset • Strong ability to public speak • Proficient with PowerPoint • Ability to work a flexible schedule • Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle as travel throughout Central Alberta is an expectation of this position. This position is 25 hours per week; position is a one year contract with a start date of Aug 25 2015. Compensation will commensurate with experience. Interested candidates please submit a resume and cover by no later than June 15, 2015 to the following:

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Pictured above (L to R) Richard Smalley (Red Deer Advocate) Tracy Hayden, and Terry Hollman (Canadian Closet)

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Family should help brother after Dad’s passing Dear Annie: My father recently passed away. Dad was helping to support my 43-year-old brother, “Ben,” who suffers from depression and is on disability. Ben doesn’t work and spends a great deal of time in bed or buying liquor and lottery tickets. He’s always just a little bit out of it, and I think his antidepressants, along with his alcohol and drug use, have exacerbated the problem. He’s been under psychiatric care for 20 years, but he is still drowning in his depresMITCHELL sion. & SUGAR He recently completed his second college degree and is sending out resumes, but we aren’t too optimistic. He has never held a real job. Ben does not pay any bills, nor does he do much around the house to make up for it. My sisters occasionally clean the house, and my sister-in-law cuts his grass. Afterward, they scream at the rest of us about all the work they do without our help.

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There are six siblings. The house is in four of our names, but no one wants it. There is a life insurance policy and a will that divides everything equally, but Ben’s share is controlled by one sister who oversees his expenditures. Are we supposed to use the money from the will to keep Ben in the house? Is this our moral responsibility? Would it be better to sell the house and move Ben into an apartment that’s more manageable? None of us wants to pay out of our own pockets for repairs. Do we support Ben until the money runs out and the house falls apart? I don’t want to be greedy, but I also don’t want to be foolish. All we do is argue about this. Any suggestions? — Ben’s Brother Dear Brother: You do have a moral obligation to help your brother so he doesn’t end up on the street. But it also seems that his current medication and therapy are not helping, and it may be time to get a second opinion about his medical care. Also, it could be more practical to sell the house and move Ben into a place that is less expensive to maintain so that his share of the money lasts longer. This will become a bigger issue as the house becomes more dilapidated. Since you and your siblings are arguing about this, we urge you to speak to an experienced estate

lawyer, who can discuss the various ways to deal with Ben and mediate whatever decisions you make. You all seem like caring siblings. Please don’t let this create an estrangement. Dear Annie: I read the letter from “A Concerned Daughter and Mom-to-Be.” You could be very helpful in reducing stigmas about brain disorders by gently reminding readers that her mother isn’t bipolar, but has bipolar disorder — just as we wouldn’t say that someone is cancer, but has cancer. My neuro-psychiatrist friends are now using the term “brain disorder” instead of “mental illness” because the latter perpetuates the notion that it’s not a physical illness. But the brain is also part of the body. Thank you. — M. Dear M.: You make some excellent points. Often, we can change perception by changing terminology. We will try to keep your suggestions in mind for future columns. Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@ creators.com, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. You can also find Annie on Facebook at Facebook.com/ AskAnnies.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Instead of “black pepper flavour,” for instance, easily recognize. Mars gives you a confidence John Coupland, a professor of food science at Taco Bell will start using actual black pepper in its boost, as you explore new opseasoned beef, says Liz Matthews, the chain’s chief Penn State University, said companies are realizing tions and follow your dreams. Put some ingredients may not be worth the potential food innovation officer. JOANNE energy into personal projects but harm they might cause to their images, given changThe Mexican-style chain also says the artificial MADELEINE let loved ones know you’re still a dye Yellow No. 6 will be removed from its nacho ing attitudes about additives. MOORE member of the team. Additionally, he noted that the removal of artificheese, Blue No. 1 will be removed from its avocado TAURUS (April 20-May 20): ranch dressing and carmine, a bright pigment, will cial ingredients can be a way for companies to give SUN SIGNS If something’s been worrying you, their food a healthy glow without making meaningful be removed from its red tortilla strips. then open up and talk about how Matthews said some of the new recipes are being changes to their nutritional profiles. For instance, you’re really feeling. You’re less likely to be over-emotiontested in select markets and should be in stores na- Coupland said reducing salt, sugar or portion sizes would have a far bigger impact on public health. tionally by the end of the year. al, and more inclined to speak directly and honestly. Taco Bell and Pizza Hut are owned by Yum The country’s biggest food makers are facing presGEMINI (May 21-June 20): You’re at your gregarisure from smaller rivals that position themselves as Brands Inc., which had hinted the changes would ous Gemini best as Mars supercharges your energy and more wholesome alternatives. Chipotle in particular be on the way. At a conference for investors late last sparks up your sign. So it’s time to dazzle others with your has found success in marketing itself as an antidote year, Yum CEO Greg Creed referred to the shifting clever conversation and quicksilver mind. to traditional fast food. 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