Cold Lake Remembers
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Cold Lake Remembers
D oherty 616-10th Street Insurance Ltd Sharon Ghory “Providing Insurance Solutions To Suit Your Needs” Associate/Owner Cell: (780) 812-1885 Office: (780) 639-9997 • HOME • AUTO • COMMERCIAL • FARM • ATV • OIL FIELD • LIFE 780-594-2040 4807 51st Cold Lake [email protected] WWW.BRIDGEFINANCIAL.CA Volume 48 Number 44 www.thecouriernewspaper.ca November 17, 2015 Cold Lake Remembers Weather Tuesday Wednesday High 4 oC Low -5oC High -4 oC Low -7oC Mix of Sun & Cloud Cloudy Thursday Friday High -7oC Low -15oC Sunny High -5oC Low -13oC Sunny The weather is provided by The 4 Wing Meteorology Office Local 8001 Local News 4 Wing Regaining Yellowknife FOL Alberta Recognizes DND Driver Quals PSP/MFRC Holiday Family Events Legion, Lions Support Health Centre 3 9 11 12 National News Surgeon-General Reports5 on Suicide in CAF Canada Participates in 7 Largest NATO Exercise Since 2002 RCAF Uniform is Rich 8 with Tradition Jeff Gaye Sports/Fitness Lakeland Bids for Summer Games It’s Sports Day in Canada Weekly Classified Section MFRC Bulletin Board Movies of the Week Padre’s Corner Entertainment Cpl Manuela Berger Cpl Morgan Hazelwood stands her post at the cenotaph, as 4 Wing personnel march past at the conclusion of the Remembrance Day Ceremony. 6 12 12 13 14 14 15 The arena at the Cold Lake Energy Centre was filled on Wednesday as 2,500 spectators honoured Canada’s war dead at the annual Remembrance Day ceremony. Cold Lake Branch 211 of the Royal Canadian Legion partnered with 4 Wing to present the ceremony for the second consecutive year. The City of Cold Lake donated the use of the facility. 4 Wing Commander Col Eric Kenny, as the parade’s reviewing officer, addressed the assembly. “The members we honour came from all walks of life, but they shared several fundamental qualities,” he said. “They possessed courage, pride, determination, selflessness, dedication to duty, and integrity – all the qualities needed to serve a cause larger than oneself. “They were ordinary people who responded in extraordinary ways in extreme Fo rR en t times, they rose to the nations call because they wanted to protect the nation which has given them, and us, so much.” Branch 211 president Todd Rorke was pleased with the ceremony and with the turnout. “It means so much for all of us to come together as a community and remember,” he said. “It’s a proper way to honour our fallen, and it’s a great show of support for veterans and serving members of the military.” While the main ceremony was underway at the Energy Centre, 1st Kinosoo Scouts laid wreaths at the outdoor cenotaph in Cold Lake North. Many local businesses closed their doors until after 11:00 am out of respect for the fallen, and others asked their customers to pause for two minutes of silence. “We must never take our troops’ sacrifices for granted,” Rorke said. “It’s good to know that respect for Remembrance Day is strong in our community.” E3428497 Mobile $129,900 E3428889 Reduced! $519,900 E3435420 E3418015 $439,900 BiLevel $279,900 Fo rR Patti Ouellette Broker/Owner en 780-812-6655 t RE/MAX Cold Lake 2000 E3411821 Reduced! $227,500 E3426228 Modular $199,900 E3416385 BiLevel $365,000 E3431636 4.99 Acres $119,900 Cold Lake, AB Each Office Independently Owned and Operated Page 2 The Courier News & Publishing Tuesday, November 17, 2015 Remembrance Day 2015 Cpl Manuela Berger Legion Branch 211 veteran Donald Dygert reads “In Flanders Fields.” Cpl Manuela Berger WO Martin sounds The Last Post. MCpl HJL MacRae 1 AMS Commanding Officer LCol Alexander and SCWO Fleet gather among members of the community of Lac La Biche. Jeff Gaye WCWO Roy, left, Col Kenny and Legion Sgt-at-Arms Jollymore salute after placing a wreath on behalf of 4 Wing. Jeff Gaye CARBON MONOXIDE 15113AA0 Keep your family safe. Install a CO detector. For more safety tips, complete our CO checklist today at ATCOGas.com Do you know what a tamale is? The steamed dough pockets with their sweet or savoury or spicy-hot fillings are a staple comfort food in Mexico. But be careful how you order. Do you know what tomalley is? The word sounds exactly the same. Tomalley is the gooey green bits you’ll find between a delectable lobster tail and the rest of the lobster. For prairie folk like me, the idea is to separate the tail from the body cavity without getting any of the green ooze on it. It doesn’t look especially appealing. My friends from Atlantic Canada say there’s nothing funnier than watching a “CFA” (which, I’m told, stands Submitted Members of 1st Kinosoo Scouts laid wreaths at the Cold Lake North cenotaph. for Completely Friggin’ Alien) eat a lobster. I suppose they’re right. While we clumsily dissect the thing, spraying ourselves with juice and getting shell shards all over everything, they calmly pick away and get the nice meat out of every spindly leg. Then they make a big show of devouring the tomalley, insisting it’s the best part. (Really? The best part? I’ll trade you my green guts for your claws and tail, I offer. They never go for it.) W i k i p e d i a describes tomalley as a “delicacy,” an English word meaning “something repulsive that other people eat.” But if you’re from PEI, you don’t think of tomalley as a delicacy. You just see it as food. For someone from Saskatchewan, it’s definitely a delicacy, and not in a good way. I’ve tried tomalley, and to be honest, it’s not near as bad as it looks (let’s face it, it couldn’t be). A Newfoundlander or a Maritimer will still get a laugh watching me wrestle with the lobster on my plate, but at least I don’t panic anymore at the sight of the pale green mush. But for all that, I’ll take basic simple food over a delicacy any day. Pass the prairie oysters! From the Editor’s Desk News Tuesday, November 17, 2015 The Courier News & Publishing Page 3 4 Wing Regaining Yellowknife FOL Jeff Gaye The NORAD Forward Operating Location (FOL) in Yellowknife, NWT is reverting to 4 Wing control this spring. It is one of four FOLs that were constructed in the 1990s to allow fighters to deploy in Canada’s north. The other three were in Inuvik, NWT, and Rankin Inlet and Iqaluit in Nunavut. The Yellowknife location has been under 17 Wing Winnipeg’s command since 2000. The transition to 4 Wing will restore the FOL for the fighter force’s use. While CF-18 Hornets from Cold Lake have used the hangar facilities from time to time since 2000, some of the hangars and the barracks had been repurposed by 17 Wing and Joint Task ForceNorth. John White of 4 Wing Logistics says the FOL is undergoing “Inuvikization” between now and spring. “Everything is going to be the same as at our FOL in Inuvik,” he said. White said MCpl Justin Hughes of WLE “has been tasked with determining what needs to be thrown out, what we can keep and what needs to be brought in to make it operational.” That includes everything from furniture, bed linen and laundry equipment to upgrades to IT systems. It also means sweeping for electronic surveillance devices, or “bugs.” “MCpl Hughes is 4 Wing’s operational needs. “FOL Yellowknife is a NORAD facility and it needs to be brought back to life as a NORAD facility,” he said. Lt Mathew Strong MCpl Justin Hughes and John White of WLE on a C-17 Globemaster bound for Yellowknife and Inuvik. 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The Courier News & Publishing Tuesday, November 17, 2015 Training Together to Protect the North Lt Olivier Gallant About 700 members from the Canadian Armed Forces and the United States Air Force, Navy, and Air National Guard braved the Arctic autumn during the Vigilant Shield 16 NORAD Field Training Exercise held in Iqaluit, Nunavut, and 5 Wing Goose Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador, from October 15 to 26. The exercise was part of an annual series sponsored by NORAD. It aimed at improving NORAD’s bi-national operational capability. The participants were challenged to detect, deter and defend against a variety of threats to North America’s sovereign airspace. “This year’s exercise scenarios provided participants the opportunity to train realistically and practice their mission in a simulated training environment,” explained LCol Kyle Paul, the air task force commander for the exercise. “The teamwork between Canadians and Americans has been outstanding, straight from beginning of the exercise. Both nations were able to improve their interoperability and, ultimately, to demonstrate NORAD’s ability to defend North America.” The exercise built on previous years’ training successes deploying air assets and personnel to the North to exercise sovereignty operations in the high Arctic. Approximately 150 personnel deployed to the NORAD forward operating location (FOL) in Iqaluit, accompanied by CF-18 Hornets, a CC130 Hercules, a CH-149 Cormorant helicopter and all the necessary maintenance and support personnel. “Operating from Iqaluit presented a number of challenges for logistics, communications and flying operations. Nevertheless, through careful planning, cooperation with local agencies, and hard work, the Iqaluit detachment was able to bring the forward operating location facilities to an operational state very rapidly,” said LCol Dave Turenne, the detachment commander in Iqaluit. The forward operating location at Iqaluit is the responsibility of 3 Wing Bagotville, Quebec. Likewise, at the NORAD forward operating location in 5 Wing Goose Bay, about 580 participants from the Canadian and American armed forces deployed along with a variety of assets. Canadian assets included a CC-150 Polaris, a CH146 Griffon helicopter, and a deployable military air space control Attention Patrons of Col JJ Parr Sports Centre Please be advised that the Col JJ Parr Sports Centre (Gyms, Pool, Weight Room and Courts) will be closed on Saturday and Sunday, 28 – 29 November 2015 to facilitate repairs to the water system. Blue and Red Arenas will remain open during this time. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, however, if you show your Military ID or Community Card, you will be granted access to the Cold Lake Energy Centre for these days. Personnel Support Programs would like to thank the City of Cold Lake for allowing Col JJ Parr patrons access to the Energy Centre. À l’attention des clients du centre sportif Col JJ Parr Veuillez prendre note que le centre sportif Col JJ Parr (gymnases, piscine, salle de musculation et terrains) sera fermé les 28 et 29 novembre 2015 (samedi et dimanche) pour faciliter les réparations du réseau d’alimentation en eau. Les arénas bleu et rouge resteront ouverts. Nous nous excusons de tout inconvénient qui pourrait survenir, toutefois, tant que les travaux seront en cours, vous pourrez avoir accès au Cold Lake Energy Centre sur présentation de votre carte d’identité militaire ou votre carte communautaire. Les responsables des programmes de soutien du personnel aimeraient remercier la ville de Cold Lake qui permet aux clients du centre sportif Col JJ Parr d’avoir accès au Energy Centre. Spot a Typo? Coffee’s On Us. Spelling mistakes and typographical errors happen to the best of us. At The Courier, though, we take pride in striving for an error-free paper. If you find a typo or a spelling error in The Courier, report it to thecourier@telus. net. We’ll buy a coffee (or equivalent) at Cinnamon Grove Café for the first person to report the error. If you’re the first to find a mistake in a headline, we’ll buy you lunch! Error reports (if any) from each Tuesday edition will be accepted until Friday of that week. Happy hunting! system. United States assets included F-15 Eagles, an E-2 Hawkeye, E-3 Sentry airborne early warning and control aircraft, and a KC-135 Stratotanker. “In order to be effective, we need to work together. We come up [to Canada] to operate in a different environment and also operate with different organizations,” said LCol Robert Swertfager of the United States Air Force, air expeditionary wing commander. The 5th Canadian Division, the Canadian Army presence in Atlantic Canada, also deployed 34 soldiers to 5 Wing to support the exercise. Members of 37 Canadian Brigade Group provided force protection for certain areas and aircraft with their American counterparts. “The exercise certainly allowed 5 Wing Goose Bay and Iqaluit to demonstrate their ability to serve as valuable operating sites in support of NORAD’s mission and showcase their role in the defence of North America as forward operating locations,” said LCol Paul. “The professionalism and dedication of all participants in both locations made it possible to circumvent all the challenges associated to the deployment of such a task force.” NORAD ensures American and Canadian air sovereignty through a network of alert fighters, tankers, airborne early warning aircraft, and ground-based air defense assets cued by inter-agency and defence surveillance radars. It is a bi-national command between Canada and the United States and provides maritime warning, aerospace warning and aerospace control for North America. For more than 50 years, NORAD has worked to detect, deter and defend against threats to our sovereign airspace. CARS STAY Free escapE the grind of everyday life ONLY $139 PLUS TAXES SINGLE QUEEN IN HERITAGE WING - $139. $25.00 Gas Card (One Card Per Stay) Prices are based on double occupancy, extra person charge applies 1.877.785.7005 | www.rosslyninnandsuites.com Cold Lake Craft Show Saturday, November 21 from 10 am to 5 pm at the Cold Lake Exhibition Park. No admission and non-perishable food items donated to the Christmas Food Hamper Project would be greatly appreciated. International Day of Persons with Disabilities A Carnival Event at the Energy Centre field house on December 3 from 10 am to 2 pm, with no charge, and everyone is welcome. Various organizations will have booths there with activities detailing what it’s like to live with a disability. Special Olympics Lakeland BOWLING Mondays at 5:30 pm at Marina Bowl in Cold Lake. Please email specialolympicslakeland.com for more information, or find us on Facebook. Tuesday, November 17, 2015 The Courier News & Publishing Page 5 Surgeon-General Reports on Suicide in CAF Jeff Gaye A report from the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF)’s SurgeonGeneral has identified risk factors for suicide among regular-force males. The SurgeonGeneral’s report found that while suicide rates did not increase between 1995 and 2014, and the rate is comparable to that of males in the general Canadian population, there are factors that show some personnel to be at greater risk than others. The study was limited to regular-force males, and did not include reservists or released members. “A new landscape is emerging in which we see higher rates in: 1) Regular Force males within the Army Command, 2) Regular Force males within the Combat Arms, and 3) pre v iou sl y- deploye d Regular Force males,” the report said. In addition, it reads, the gap between Regular Force male suicide rates in the Army Command versus non-Army Commands is growing, which is consistent with findings from the US Armed Forces. Suicide was found to be more prevalent in combat arms personnel, at 30 per 100,000, versus other trades at 18 per 100,000. “There is strong evidence that the CAF mission in Afghanistan has had a powerful impact on the mental health of an important minority of personnel who deployed in support of it,” the report says. The report cautions that suicide is a complex issue, and deployment alone cannot account for its prevalence. “Focusing only on deployment, PTSD or any of the other risk factors discussed in this report is an ineffective approach to suicide prevention.” Wing Surgeon Maj Ross Semeniuk of 22 Canadian Forces Health Services Centre in Cold Lake said the report “demonstrates that life in the military has an effect on members and it’s important to seek a better understanding of the many factors that contribute to suicide.” “Everyone has a collective and personal responsibility to care for those who need support,” Let us help you find your way home… with our real estate page! From individual homes, to condominiums or buildable lots, our real estate page has the best of what the Lakeland has to offer. is supported by “highly-capable and compassionate personnel,” but “clearly we must continually strive to improve.” “As directed by the Minister, I will take action to determine what needs to be done to get our members the help they need,” he said. “To all members of the Canadian Armed Forces, if you think that you, or someone you know needs help, get it now,” Gen Vance said. Go to your nearest Canadian Armed Forces health clinic or civilian emergency health care centre. All levels of the Canadian Armed Forces leadership, and I, support you. You are not alone.” Maj Semeniuk said. “And although there is no magic formula for suicide prevention, early engagement with Mental Health resources provides the best opportunity for a positive outcome. 22 CF Health Services Centre has a strong multidisciplinary team to coordinate care wherever a member may be on the Mental Health Continuum.” “True success in addressing suicide comes from a shared responsibility and confidence in a system that supports those who reach out for care.” Minister of National Defence Harjit Singh Sajjan issued a statement on the report. “Throughout my career I have seen firsthand the demands of military service, and the sometimes enormous impact it can have on members and their families,” he said. “I have asked the Chief of the Defence Staff to examine this issue as a priority and to identify a way forward.” Gen Jonathan Vance, Chief of the Defence Staff, said the CAF’s existing suicide prevention program DND BGen Colin MacKay, Canadian Armed Forces Surgeon-General. 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Designed to showcase the natural beauty of the area and the region’s modern amenities, the bid package covers more than a dozen sports. Additional support came from 4 Wing, local school districts, health and emergency services, sport organizations, transportation services and media. “This is a great opportunity to showcase the region and all we have to offer,” Cold Lake mayor Craig Copeland said. “It can give a chance for our own aspiring athletes to volunteer and see what the Games are about, and provide a great event for families to attend.” Ed Rondeau, reeve of MD of Bonnyville No. 87, said the region can gain through cooperation. “The Municipal District of Bonnyville is proud to be a partnering sponsor for the 2018 Alberta Summer Games bid,” he said. “Winning the Summer Games bid would be a wonderful example of what the region can achieve when it works together.” The Alberta Summer Games are held every two years, with the Winter Games running in the intervening years. The 2016 summer games will be in Leduc, and will include athletics, baseball, basketball, canoe-kayak, cycling (BMX and mountain bike), football, lacrosse, rugby, soccer, softball, swimming, triathlon and beach volleyball. The winning bid for 2018 will be announced by the end of this year, and if the Lakeland is successful, the bid committee will be looking for a games chairperson and a number of volunteers. Tuesday, November 17, 2015 1AMS Promotions Cpl Ian Thompson Avr(T) Pleau. Cpl Ian Thompson Avr(T) Robison. GOOD HEALTH ISN’T CONTAGIOUS. INFLUENZA IS. Cpl Ian Thompson Avr(T) Lumsden. Cpl Ian Thompson Avr(T) Laberge. CHANCES ARE YOU WILL BE EXPOSED TO INFLUENZA THIS SEASON. Protect Yourself. Protect Others. Get Immunized. Upcoming Immunization Clinics in Your Area 15113KA0 DATE: TIME: LOCATION: Cold Lake Cpl Ian Thompson Avr(T) Nicol. 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Activities leading up to the LivEx included senior staff officer training during a “table top” exercise in Ottawa earlier this year and Combined Joint Inter-Agency Task Force Headquarters staff training during a “command post” exercise in Meaford, Ontario in September and October. For the LivEx portion of JointEx 15 Canada contributed a Canadian multinational task force headquarters, a Canadian Army brigade with multinational elements attached, four ships, one submarine, Canadian Special Forces elements and three CC130 Hercules aircraft. “The Canadian Armed Forces is considered to be one of the most responsive armed forces within the [NATO] alliance,” said Gen Jonathan Vance, Chief of the Defence Staff. “As such, Canada has been a major contributor to NATO operations. He said Canadian participation in NATO exercises “is another example of our commitment to supporting NATO by providing modern, deployable capabilities to allied missions and highly trained personnel.” JointEx has four general objectives: • Practice, evaluate and improve CAF capacity and ability to command and conduct joint combined integrated forces in complex operations. • Practice, evaluate and further develop national contingency plans. • A d v a n c e , integrate and evaluate force development and joint force capability enhancements. • D e v e l o p , document and institutionalize the CAF distributed training and simulation capability. The JointEx series advances mission preparedness by practicing joint combined and integrated expeditionary full spectrum operations, developing concepts and procedures, and providing a focus for force development. “I am proud of the contribution our sailors, soldiers, airmen and airwomen have made to this historic training event,” said LGen Steve Bowes, commander of Canadian Joint Operations Command. “Thanks to their efforts in developing our interoperability, they are improving the Canadian Armed Forces’ ability to conduct successful joint and multinational operations in the future.” LS Ogle Henry, HMCS Winnipeg HMCS Winnipeg conducts a Replenishment at Sea evolution with French Ship Somme in the Eastern Atlantic Ocean. JointEx 15 involved hundreds of personnel from the Royal Canadian Navy, the Canadian Army and the Royal Canadian Air Force. Page 8 The Courier News & Publishing RCAF Uniform is Rich with Tradition Pet of the Week Hi! I’m a beautiful two-year-old border collie cross. 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Please call or text (780) 826-0755 or (780) 826-1487. Cpl Bryan Christie, W Ops The military is rich with traditions that make up the core of military life. From the act of saluting to the detailed manner in which members honour their fallen brothers and sisters, tradition is found in every facet of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). Perhaps the most visible of our traditions is the uniform. The uniform allows members to identify as CAF personnel and shows what element of the forces they represent. The uniform is worn proudly with high regard for detail, but many people outside the CAF do not fully understand the rich history behind the uniform. Shortly following unification, service-specific uniforms were discontinued in favour of a green tunic and pants for all members. The ranks of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) and the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) unified with the Canadian Army ranks and insignia. In 1986 the branchspecific Distinctive Environmental Uniforms were reinstituted, allowing members to identify with their specific branch. This uniform remained in use in the RCAF until 2015 when the rank structure, 4501#:50%":'03*/$3&%*#-& 0''&34"/%6/#&"5"#-&4&37*$& .05*0/.0503410354 "-#&35"-5% #0//:7*--&"#5/- Tuesday, November 17, 2015 insignia and buttons changed from golden yellow to a pearl-grey colour - similar to that worn before unification of Canada's Armed Forces in 1968. The military rank structure is divided between NonCommissioned Members (NCMs) and Officers. In 2015, the RCAF changed the NCM rank of "Private" to “Aviator.” As the RCAF uniform reverts back to its traditional colour scheme, members should take even more pride in their ability to represent their team and the history behind it. It wasn’t that long ago when all members of the CAF wore the same uniform. The ability to differentiate the different forms of service should not be taken for granted. Whether your motto is “Vigilamus pro Te”, “Per Ardua ad Astra” or “Ready, Aye, Ready,” members of all three elements can stand proudly shoulder to shoulder with brothers and sisters throughout the Canadian Armed Forces. Tuesday, November 17, 2015 The Courier News & Publishing Alberta Recognizes DND Driver Quals Page 9 Get Your Flu Shot! Jeff Gaye MCpl F Van Putten Jobs, Skills, Training and Labour Minister Lori Sigurdson presented a special Support Our Troops licence plate to Col Kenny to celebrate the success of the fundraising initiative launched by the Ministry of Transportation last year. Sigurdson used the occasion to announce that the Province of Alberta would recognize DND operator qualifications at the provincial level, eliminating the need for military drivers to re-qualify for a provincial licence. Col Kenny and WCWO Roy led by example and got their flu shots in early November. OS McNeil of 22 CF Health Svcs C did the honours. 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Not only is money returned to the military community in the form of Wing Funds, but CANEX also provides employment for spouses and children of Canadian Forces members. We invite you to take advantage of CANEX programs and services. Visit us online at www.canex.ca, at one of our two convenient locations or call us for details. SuperMart s u l p CANEX Mall, Building 69 Ph. 780-594-3376 Hours Mon-Saturday: 1000-1700h Sun: Closed • No Interest Credit Plan • CANEX Rewards • The Personal Insurance ExpressMart Inside Main Gate, Building 167 Ph. 780-594-4451 Hours Mon-Thurs: 0630-2000 Fri: 0630-2200 Sat-Sun: 0800-2000 Personnel Support Programs Tuesday, November 17, 2015 The Courier News & Publishing Page 11 Game On! Derek Coe, Health Promotion Manager Do you know what MMORPG, FPS, or RTS stands for? If you do, chances are you’ve played more than a video game or two in your lifetime. For those who don’t, they stand for Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games, First Person Shooter and Real Time Strategy, respectively. These are some of the many types of games that can be found on the many popular and accessible gaming platforms. As a self-proclaimed heavy gamer in my elementary school years, I considerably reduced my time playing games because of my involvement in sports and community interests. I would still call myself a mild gamer, as I find games to be enjoyable and mentally stimulating. I chose the word “mild” because I’m able to restrict how much I play (a few hours a month, if that) and can easily pull myself away from any game I’m playing. I would say I have a healthy balance where my gaming does not pose problems to any aspect of my life. But this is not the case for everyone. And with the advancement in gaming technology and accessibility to games, more people are playing more games more often. For example, it was estimated that by 2012, people around the world had a combined 6 million years of playing time on World of Warcraft. Now factor in every other game out there, including games on your phone, and this number increases exponentially. Although these games may be fun, it’s time to ask ourselves if we need to cut down how much time we spend playing video games. Ask yourself the following questions: do I have a decreased interest in other activities as a result of my gaming? Am I visibly agitated or anxious when not playing games? Do I lose track of time because of my gaming? Have I been having difficulty sleeping, or am I restless? Have I been getting headaches more frequently? Have my eating habits started to decline, or are they bad to begin with because of my gaming? Am I replacing social time with video gaming? Has my work performance decreased, or am I neglecting various work duties? If you answered yes to any of these, now might be time to put your games away and evaluate how you’re spending your time before things start to get out of control. Remember, playing games isn’t necessarily a problem, but playing them to the point where they have a negative impact on your life and relationships is a problem. If you would like more information on gaming or other addictions, please contact your local Health Promotion Department at 780-840-8000 extension 6958, or visit www.forces. gc.ca/wastedtime. If you visit the website between November 12 and 26, you have the opportunity to be entered into a daily draw as well as a grand prize draw sponsored by SISIP Financial Services as part of our National Addictions Awareness Campaign. PSP/MFRC Holiday Family Events Hilary Pollock, Community Recreation Programs Supervisor Story Time with Santa MFRC’s Story Time with Santa will be held Friday, December 11 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the MFRC Assembly Hall. This free event is open to all residents of Cold Lake and surrounding area. Last year this event attracted more than 300 community members who participated in crafts, milk and cookies, visiting and writing letters to Santa, and connecting with other Cold Lake families. New this year will be the family photo booth! It’s tough to be away from your family at Christmas, but it’s a way of life for many military and non-military families. When going home for Christmas is not an option, families are resilient in making Christmas special for their families no matter where they are. Whether you’re a Cold Lake family surrounded by loved ones; or a family experiencing their first Christmas away from home; or a family living through deployment, the MFRC is able to help make Christmas a little more special by offering Story Time with Santa. All Cold Lake families are invited to join us for fun, crafts and friendship! If you have any questions regarding the Story Time with Santa please contact the MFRC at 780-594-6006. Skate with Santa The PSP Community Recreation Department is hosting the annual Skate with Santa on Saturday, December 12 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the Col JJ Parr Arena. All Cold Lake community members are invited to participate in a free holiday afternoon of fun with Santa! We look forward to seeing you at the rink. If you have any questions regarding the Skate with Santa, please contact the PSP Recreation Department at 780-840-8000 extension 8145. Activités du PSP/CRFM à l’occasion des vacances familiales Hilary Pollock, superviseure des Programmes communautaires de loisirs L’heure du conte avec Le Père Noël L’heure du conte avec Le Père Noël aura lieu au CRFM le vendredi 11 décembre, de 17 h à 19 h dans la salle communautaire du CRFM. L’activité est gratuite et ouverte à tous les résidents de Cold Lake et des environs. L'an dernier, cette activité a attiré plus de 300 membres de la communauté qui ont fait de l’artisanat et dégusté du lait et des biscuits, en plus de rencontrer le Père Noël et de lui écrire et de permettre d’établir des liens avec d'autres ÀÊÀiÊ`iÌ>i`ÊvÀ>ÌÊÊ>Û>>LiÊ «À}À>Ã]Ê«i>ÃiÊÛÃÌÊÜÜÜ° ÕÌÞ >ÌiÜ>Þ°V>Ê>`ÊVVÊÊ `Ê>i° familles de Cold Lake. Il y aura du nouveau cette année avec une cabine photo familiale! Il est difficile d'être loin de votre famille à Noël, mais c’est le mode de vie de nombreuses familles de militaires et civiles. Lorsque le retour à la maison pour Noël n’est pas une option, les familles doivent faire preuve de résilience pour faire de Noël une journée spéciale pour leur famille, peu importe où se trouvent leurs membres. Que vous soyez une famille à Cold Lake entourée de vos proches, vivant son premier Noël loin de la maison ou avec un membre en déploiement, le CRFM est en mesure de contribuer à faire de Noël une journée un peu plus spéciale avec L’heure du conte avec Le Père Noël. Toutes les familles de Cold Lake sont invitées à se joindre à nous pour avoir du plaisir, faire de l'artisanat et nouer des amitiés! Pour toute question sur l'Heure du conte avec le Père Noël, veuillez communiquer avec le CRFM au 780-594-6006. Patinage avec Le Père Noël Le Service des loisirs communautaires des PSP organisera son activité annuelle de patinage avec le Père Noël le samedi 12 décembre de 13 h à 15 h à la patinoire du Centre Colonel JJ Parr. Tous les membres de la communauté de Cold Lake sont invités à participer à un après-midi de plaisir gratuit avec le Père Noël à l’occasion des Fêtes. Nous avons hâte de vous voir à la patinoire. Pour toute question sur l’activité de patinage avec le Père Noël, veuillez communiquer avec le Service des loisirs des PSP au 780-840-8000, poste 8145. 4 Wing Community Library Located in the Art Smith Aviation Academy Building 780-594-7456 Monday to Friday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Saturday and Sunday: Closed Page 12 The Courier News & Publishing Tuesday, November 17, 2015 It’s Sports Day in Canada The Courier Participation, teamwork, fitness and fun are the aims of Sports Day in Canada this coming Friday and Saturday. 4 Wing will host events for military members on Friday, and then focus on family fun on Saturday. Friday has been designated as Jersey Day – members are encouraged to wear their favourite team’s gear, whether it’s a unit hockey team or a pro team’s colours. Friday Sports will include hockey, volleyball, curling, squash, innertube water polo, mukluk soccer, a spinn-a-thon and a scavenger hunt. S a t u r d a y ’ s community sports day will include a dodge ball tournament and free skating, swimming and rock wall climbing. 4 Wing Commander Col Eric Kenny said sports are “an integral part of the continuing training and development” of military members, “developing such attributes as leadership, esprit de corps, physical fitness and the warrior spirit.” C o m m u n i t y activities, he said, help to improve physical and mental health, promote community integration and build family relationships. Josey Yearley, 4 Wing’s Fitness and Sports Manager, says a special event like this can give a boost to the military’s fitness culture. “It’s like pressing the refresh button,” she said. “It gets people re-excited and reignited.” The whole idea is to have fun, as a competitor or even as a spectator, she said. Units will be evaluated for their team spirit as much as for their athletic prowess, and Wing Commander’s Cup points will be awarded. Sports Day in Canada is coordinated across the Canadian Armed Forces by Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services. It is presented by ParticipAction, True Sport and CBC as a celebration of sport at all levels. More than one million Canadians will participate in activities leading up to the CBC’s Sports Day in Canada broadcast on November 21. C’est la Journée du sport au Canada The Courier Participation, travail d’équipe, conditionnement physique et plaisir – tels sont les objectifs de la Journée du sport au Canada, qui sera célébrée vendredi et samedi. La 4e Escadre organisera des compétitions pour les militaires vendredi, puis se concentrera sur les activités familiales samedi. La journée de vendredi a été désignée « journée du maillot de sport » : les militaires sont invités à porter le chandail de leur équipe préférée, qu’il s’agisse de l’équipe de hockey de leur unité ou des couleurs d’une équipe professionnelle. Plusieurs activités sportives seront au programme de la journée de vendredi : hockey, volley-ball, curling, squash, waterpolo flotteur, soccer en mukluk, cyclothon et chasse au trésor. Le programme de samedi dans la collectivité sera tout aussi EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES varié : tournoi de ballon chasseur, patinage libre, natation et escalade sur mur de pierre. Le Col Eric Kenny, commandant de la 4e Escadre, a indiqué que les sports « font partie intégrante de l’entraînement et du perfectionnement continus » des militaires et qu’ils contribuent à « développer des attributs tels que le leadership, l’esprit de corps, la bonne forme physique et l’esprit du guerrier ». Les activités communautaires, a-t- il précisé, aident à améliorer la santé physique et mentale, à promouvoir l’intégration communautaire et à consolider les relations familiales. Josey Yearley, gestionnaire de la condition physique et des sports de la 4e Escadre, précise pour sa part qu’une activité spéciale de ce genre peut donner un élan à la culture de conditionnement physique chez les militaires. « Cela équivaut en quelque sorte à appuyer sur le bouton “Rafraîchir”, explique-t-elle. C’est une activité qui redonne de l’entrain et qui revivifie. » L’idée consiste à avoir du plaisir, en tant que concurrent ou en tant que spectateur, précise t-elle. Les unités seront évaluées aussi bien pour leur esprit d’équipe que pour leurs prouesses athlétiques, et des points seront attribués pour la Coupe du commandant de l’escadre. La Journée du sport au Canada est coordonnée partout dans les Forces armées canadiennes par les Services de bien-être et moral des Forces canadiennes. Présenté conjointement par ParticipAction, Sport pur et Radio-Canada, cet événement vise à mettre en valeur le sport à tous les niveaux. 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Back row, from left: Sharon Winik, Ron Pidgeon, Todd Rorke, Mavis Shantz, Butch Bouchard, Bob Bruce, Elizabeth Yurychuk and Wendy Campbell. Front row: Sandy Caharel, Ivan Cardinal and Con Saunders. Staff at Continuing Care say the new furniture will enhance the quality of life of residents for many years to come. Tuesday, November 17, 2015 The Courier News & Publishing Page 13 Carnival will Entertain and Educate on Persons with Disabilities Day Jeff Gaye Thursday, December 3 is the International Day for Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), and the Regional Abilities Awareness Committee has a day of fun and educational activities planned. Events will take place at the Cold Lake Energy Centre field house from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Agencies representing people with different disabilities will offer interactive and insightful exhibits that are intended to show what it’s like to live with a disability and how to overcome it. Theresa Seraphim, an employment specialist with EmployAbilities in Bonnyville, said the idea is “to have fun and help people learn in a way that’s respectful.” IDPD is a United Nations-declared day which is celebrated worldwide. The theme for 2015 is “Inclusion matters: access and empowerment of people of all abilities.” The local event will address the theme with an “Access for All” carnival. In addition to the interactive activities there will be popcorn and cotton candy to help create a fun atmosphere. The event is open to everyone and is free of charge. The list of presenting agencies hasn’t been confirmed, but Seraphim says many have been invited and she is expecting a great response. “Schools have really come forward,” she said. “It’s going to be a great day. We encourage everybody to come out, have some fun and learn at the same time.” Le carnaval de Journée internationale des personnes handicapées : une occasion d’apprendre en s’amusant Jeff Gaye La Journée internationale des personnes handicapées (JIPH) aura lieu le jeudi 3 décembre, et le comité régional de sensibilisation aux handicaps a prévu une journée d’activités amusantes et éducatives pour l’occasion. Les activités se dérouleront au complexe sportif du Cold Lake Energy Centre, de 10 h à 14 h. Des organismes qui représentent des personnes avec différents handicaps présenteront des ateliers interactifs et enrichissants qui viseront à montrer ce que c’est de vivre avec un handicap et les moyens de le surmonter. Theresa Seraphim, une spécialiste de l’emploi de l’organisation EmployAbilities à Bonnyville, affirme que l’idée consiste : « à s’amuser et à aider les gens à apprendre sur le sujet de façon respectueuse ». La JIPH est une journée officielle déclarée par les Nations Unies et célébrée dans le monde entier. Le thème de l’édition 2015 est le suivant : « L’intégration compte : accès et participation de toutes les personnes, peu importe leurs capacités ». L’activité régionale traitera de ce thème avec un carnaval « accessible MFRC Bulletin Board Meditation Night: Join us for an evening of Meditation on the first Tuesday of every month! Next Class: December 1st, 2015 at 7 pm in the DSC Special Needs Support Group: Date: Every third Thursday of the month Time: 7:00 pm Place: MFRC Deployment Centre Are you a parent or caregiver of a child with special needs, disabilities or a chronic illness? If so come out and meet with those who understand and can help. This support group is open to all residents of Cold Lake and area. Contact us to register. Cooking Classes: Date: Classes on November 18th, December 2nd and more coming! Time: 6:00 - 8:30 pm Price: $25.00 per class Do you enjoy cooking? Or are you interested in learning new skills and recipes? Register today for our monthly cooking classes with Mel Power and Jeff Durling. West Edmonton Mall Passes: Available at the MFRC at a discounted price. Military Members: $30.00 (GST Included) Non-Military: $35.00 (GST Included) The pass entitles you to a full day admission to the World WaterPark OR Galaxyland OR your choice of two of the following: Ice Palace, Marine Life, WEM’s Adventure Golf, Dragon’s Tale Mini-Golf, two games of Bowling, one hour of Billiards. MFRC Newsletter: Drop by or send an email to adminclmfrc@familyforce. ca to be added to our monthly newsletter! St. John Babysitters Course: Date: Saturday, November 28, 2015 Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Place: 4 Wing MFRC Ages 12 and up. Please email [email protected] for registration. Second Language Training (French & English): Learn or improve a second language. 60 hours of instructor led classes over 10 weeks. All required course manuals are included in the course fees. Course follows a national curriculum adapted from the Canadian Forces Language program. Military Members - $25.00 Military Spouses & Dependants - $50.00 Community Members - $100.00 Winter Planter Workshop: Date: November 25th, 2015 Time: 6:30 pm Cold Lake Community Learning Centre & 4 Wing MFRC Present a Winter Planter Workshop! Location: MFRC Assembly Hall REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED Story Time with Santa: Date: December 11th, 2015 Location: MFRC Assembly Hall Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm Enjoy a free evening of crafts, milk and cookies, visiting and writing letters to Santa, and connecting with other Cold Lake families. Family photo booth is new this year! Cold Lake Community welcome! à tous ». En plus des activités interactives, du maïs soufflé et de la barbe à papa seront offerts pour contribuer à l’atmosphère festive. L’activité est offerte gratuitement à tous. La liste des organismes qui présenteront des ateliers n’a pas été confirmée, mais Mme Seraphim, déclare que de nombreux organismes ont été invités et qu’elle s’attend à une réponse positive de leur part. Selon elle, « les écoles ont vraiment manifesté de l’intérêt ». « Ce sera une très belle journée. Nous invitons tout le monde à se joindre à nous pour s’amuser tout en apprenant. » P.O. Box 5260, Station Forces Cold Lake, Alberta T9M 2C3 Tel: (780) 594-6006 Fax: (780) 594-5776 Email: [email protected] www.facebook.com/coldlake.mfrc Medley Youth Centre Call the MFRC office at 780-594-6006 for further details for the events above. Pre-registration is required for all events. Membership is $16/year for preteen membership and $28/year for teen membership and includes discounts on Youth Centre events. November 20th, 2015 “The Real Game Of Life” Join us for a life-sized version of “The Game Of Life”! Ages 9-17 1:00 - 3:00 pm MFRC Assembly Hall November 21st, 2015 “Mugspirations“ As the cold weather rolls in get your mug of warmth ready. Create a mug to inspire you and to remind you of just how wonderful you are. Ages 10-12 1:00 - 4:00 pm Ages 13-17 6:30 - 11:00 pm November 28th, 2015 “Youth Centre Decorating Party For Christmas“ We have all the supplies to decorate along with “Christmasy,” games and some festive snacks! Ages 10-17 1:00 - 4:00 pm Youth Centre Hours of Operation CLOSED ON SUNDAYS and Statutory Holidays M 6:30-9:30pm (Ages 10-12) Tu 6:30-9:30pm (Ages 13-17) W 6:30-9:30pm (Ages 10-12) Th 6:30–9:30pm (Ages 13-17) F 6:30 – 11:00pm (Ages 13-17) Sat 1:00-4:00pm (Ages 10-12) 6:30–11:00pm (Ages 13-17) Page 14 The Courier News & Publishing Tuesday, November 17, 2015 This Week at the Movie Club Jeff Gaye Southpaw Southpaw is the story of a boxer (Billy Hope, played by Jake Gyllenhall) who retires at the peak of his career due to an eye injury. His life takes a terrible turn when his wife is killed, and he descends into a spiral of substance abuse which results in his daughter being placed with Child Protective Services. Billy takes a job in a gym, and with reluctant help from a new trainer, sets his sights on getting his revenge in the ring. It’s not Rocky or Raging Bull, but it has all the elements of a good sports flick, including the underdog hero on a mission for justice. The fight scenes put you right in the ring. The 4 Wing Movie Club presents Southpaw at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, November 18 at the 4 Wing Theatre. Admission is free to defence team members, your CF One card is the preferred form of Identification. Beauty and the Beet The Movie Club’s family matinee on Sunday, November 22 is VeggieTales: Beauty and the Beet. Country music star Kellie Pickler gives her voice to Mirabelle, a sweet potato who fronts a band of vegetable characters. On their way to a show at Vegetable Square Garden, they encounter Mr Beet, a mean manager. Can Mirabelle’s sweet, kind nature mellow Mr Beet’s demeanour? Ve g g i eTa l e s productions – short videos, movies and stage productions – present Christian values in morality plays with vegetables as the main characters. They are clever and funny, and were popular on TV, though the NBC network had edited out the overt religious messages to make the shows more inclusive. VeggieTales: Beauty and the Beet screens at 2:00 pm on Sunday. As with all Movie Club presentations, admission is free to defence team members. À l’affiche le 20 novembre : Maurice Richard (« The Rocket ») Jeff Gaye Le prochain film français présenté par le ciné-club de la 4e Escadre sera Maurice Richard (lancé en anglais au Canada sous le nom de The Rocket: The Maurice Richard Story et aux États Unis, comme The Rocket: The Legend of Rocket Richard). Maurice « Rocket » Richard (1921-2000) demeure l’un des hockeyeurs professionnels les plus légendaires. Il était à la fois intense et robuste, et grâce à une combinaison de talent et de détermination, il s’est classé parmi les pointeurs les plus prolifiques du sport. Il est également devenu un symbole de fierté pour les Québécois francophones, à une époque où la confiance du peuple québécois était en plein essor. L’« émeute du Forum », au cours de laquelle des partisans ont protesté contre la suspension de Maurice Richard, imposée au hockeyeur pour avoir frappé un arbitre, est parfois considérée comme l’élément déclencheur de la Révolution tranquille au Québec, époque de renaissance intellectuelle, culturelle et politique. Le film retrace la carrière du Rocket, de ses débuts comme ouvrier adolescent jusqu’à ses années dans la ligue mineure, ainsi que ses jours avec les Canadiens de Montréal. Le film, alliant des séquences historiques et des scènes de hockey tournées précisément en vue de celui-ci, renferme aussi la performance honorable de l’acteur principal Roy Dupuis sur ses patins. En fait, M. Dupuis, l’actrice principale Julie LeBreton et l’acteur de soutien Stephen McHattie ont remporté des prix Gémeaux pour leur interprétation. Outre ces prix, le film a aussi récolté six prix Gémeaux dans d’autres catégories et il a été en nomination dans quatre autres catégories. On reconnaît également l’exactitude factuelle de ce film. De nombreuses sources ont été consultées pour établir les faits de l’histoire, et (dans la mesure du possible) pour distinguer les faits de la légende. Tout bien pesé, la légende tient la route, même sous un examen rigoureux des faits. Bien que le film Maurice Richard date de dix ans, il s’agit tout de même d’un document historique important et d’un récit divertissant. Maurice Richard sera présenté au théâtre de la 4e Escadre, à 19 h, le vendredi 20 novembre. Entrée gratuite pour les membres de l’Équipe de la Défense (la carte UneFC est la forme d’identification privilégiée). Meet Padre Marcin Rosinski Padre marcin rosinski “They have called him from a far country – far but always near through the communion of faith…” Those words were spoken at St. Peter's Square on October 16, 1978, when for the first time in over 400 years a non-Italian was elected pope. Why do I recall these words? Not only because John Paul II, who said those words, was a great man. He was a great man for many people, for whom the dignity and greatness of man – no matter what their birth, origin, race or faith is – is important, but also for anyone who loves freedom and is ready to cross borders, although it might seem wrong, to reach towards another person. Of course, I'm far from John Paul II in St. Mark’s Protestant Chapel [Across from Art Smith Aviation Academy] Sacraments For information on Spiritual guidance, Baptism, or to register for Marriage Preparation Courses call the office. You must register six months in advance and please note that marriage preparation is required. Funerals and memorial services can be requested by first contacting our Administrative Assistant. Chapel Life Programming All local military/DND and visiting military/ DND personnel and their families are welcome and encouraged to join our opportunities of worship, social events, and charitable service activities. St. Mark’s Ladies Guild and St. Mark’s Men’s Fellowship are always open to receiving new members. • Men’s Monthly Fellowship Breakfast, last Saturday of the month 8:30 am, September to May. • Military Christian Fellowship, Wednesdays 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, September to June. many ways. On the other hand, in some ways I and others are like him. After all, do not the same values prevail in Canada? This is where so many people find their safe home. Here our patriotism is quiet but deep and here we stand united, irrespective of whether Canada is the nation of our birth or of our choice, where our lifestyle is the envy of the world. In this short article I would like to say hello to the whole community of CFB Cold Lake and briefly introduce myself. Like John Paul II, I arrived from a distant country. I was born and raised in Poland. Upon completing my formal education there, my authorities sent me to work in Canada which has become my home and my second homeland. Over the past 12 years I have worked in BC, among the Innu Nation in Labrador, and then in various parishes in Brampton, Toronto and Mississauga. For a long time it has been my desire to serve those who serve us, as a chaplain. After three years of petitions and letters I got permission to serve in the reserves. The Toronto Scottish Regiment was my regiment for over three years. Again, after several requests I received permission to begin my ministry as a Padre in the Padre’s Corner Sunday Service 10:30 am Divine Worship Communion - 1st Sunday of the month Sunday School - September to June Chaplains - Protestant Padre William Hubbard (Anglican) ........... 8165 Padre David Stewart (Pres) ....................... 8167 Padre Christopher Willis (EFCC)............. 8169 Regular Force. When I received an email with the employment offer saying: Cold Lake, I replied instantly– I gladly accept this offer. Here I am, for three weeks now, getting to know the place, and most of all the people whom I have the privilege to serve. I have been welcomed kindly by the Padres team and I sincerely thank them for it. It’s good to be home! Holy Name Roman Catholic Chapel Sunday Eucharist 11:00 am in English Children’s Liturgy - September to June Chaplains - Roman Catholic [Corner of Kingsway and Queensway] Sacraments Information on Baptism, 1st Reconciliation, 1st Communion, Confirmation, Holy Matrimony, Holy Orders/Ordination, or Sacrament of the Sick, you may contact any of the RC chaplains or the Administrative Assistant. A pre-matrimony (marriage) course is mandatory with a minimum of six months - preferably one year - notice prior to the intended wedding date. Sacrament/Anointing of the Sick or Sacrament of Reconciliation can be at any opportunity upon request to a priest. Funerals and memorial services can be requested by first contacting our Administrative Assistant. Padre Marian Korzeniowski ..................... 8170 Padre Jacques Tremblay...............................7975 Padre Zbigniew Jonczyk.............................7716 Chapel Life All local RC military/DND and visiting RC military/ Padre Marcin Rosinski................................8165 DND personnel and their families are welcome and Administrative Assistant: Nicole Laframboise..….....................7969 You may call her for more information or to register. [Our offices are located in Building 115 next to the CFHA.] The Beehive Thrift Shop encouraged to join our opportunities of worship, social events, and charitable service activities. Catholic Women’s League and Knights of Columbus are always open to receiving new members. Additionally, confidential pastoral counselling in regard to personal faith, family, or employment related matters can be available upon request/appointment. Entertainment Tuesday, November 17, 2015 The Courier News & Publishing Page 15 HOROSCOPES Crossword Sponsored by KIA ACROSS 1. Cakewalk 5. Like some talk 10. Bit 14. Biology lab supply 15. Birchbark 16. Roman numeral V 17. Disparaging 19. Black cat, maybe 20. Harm to oneself (hyph.) 21. Current 22. Cathedral topper 23. Flower fanciers 24. “Do the Right Thing” pizzeria owner 27. “Comprende?” 28. Nausea while on a boat 31. Came down 33. Showy bloom 35. Printer’s type sizes 37. “... ___ he drove out of sight” 38. Because 39. Dominate 42. Samll, stout European fish 43. Melts down fat by heat 44. Bunk 46. Jar part 47. Game piece 48. Church singers 50. Corrupt 52. Gunpowder ingredient 56. Highlands hillside 57. Tactless 58. “Hamlet” has five 59. Swear 60. Be inclined 61. Some deer 62. Cast out 63. “Ah, me!” DOWN 1. Physics units 2. Arch type 3. Fine-grained sedimentary rock used as fertilizer 4. College teachers (informal) 5. Skin disease caused by mites 6. Full development 7. Biscotti flavoring 8. Zero, on a court 9. “Malcolm X” director 10. Referred to previously 11. Radio announcement of correct hour 12. Microwave, e.g. 13. Darn, as socks 18. Breaks 21. Eye drops 23. Fourposter, e.g. 24. Flavor 25. Breathing CASINO DENE RIVER RIDGE LOUNGE YOUR ENTERTAINMENT DESTINATION 780-594-7900 WWW.CASINODENE.COM Friday – Prime Rib Night PuzzleTHE 1 (Medium,ODDIBLES difficulty rating 0.50) LIVE: NOVEMBER 19-20-21 Every Monday is 6 3 8 4 2 2 2 8 4 4 7 9 9 6 2 8 1 1 7 5 It's a chance to win cash. Come on in to see how to win! 7 3 8 SUDOKU 48. Close-knit group 49. Terminal section of large intestine (pl.) 50. Alpine transport (hyph.) 51. “Giovanna d’___” (Verdi opera) 52. Like a bug in a rug 53. Old Chinese money 54. “Empedocles on ___” (Matthew Arnold poem) 55. 1990 World Series champs 57. Crystal meth, in slang 26. Degree from European university 28. Silent 29. Spherical bacteria 30. Injured, in a way 32. Unpunctuality 34. “A jealous mistress”: Emerson 36. Refine, as metal 40. “___ we having fun yet?” 41. Small tuber 45. Conical Native American tent (var. spelling) Capricorn - December 22 - January 19 Drab surroundings appear to put a damper on an event. Don’t be alarmed, Capricorn. Something else may be at work. A foe-turned-friend deserves congratulations. Aquarius - January 20 - February 18 Announcements are made at work all week long, causing excitement for some and agony for others. Be positive, Aquarius. There is so much good to come. Pisces - February 19 - March 20 Your heart aches for a friend who is struggling. Do what you can to keep their spirits up and cheer them on, Pisces. They will come out smiling. Aries - March 21 - April 19 Motivation seriously lags at work. It is up to you to rally the troops and get everything moving again. Look to a unique attraction to help, Aries. Taurus - April 20 - May 20 Enthusiasm is contagious, Taurus. If you’re excited, think how many others will be, too. Spread the word! A purchase at home stirs the pot. Gemini - May 21 - June 21 Sales are booming! What are you waiting for, Gemini? Stop putting off that major purchase. You will never find a better deal. A senior makes a decision. Cancer - June 22 - July 22 Can it, Cancer. You have a lot to say, but it won’t do any good if no one is willing to listen. Hold your peace until a more opportune time arises. Leo - July 23 - August 22 A deadline is moved up, and everyone begins to feel the noose around their neck tighten. Keep your nose to the grindstone, Leo, and you will succeed. Virgo - August 23 - September 22 Excellent, Virgo. You stick to your guns, and you get it done. A party may be in order. A shortage in revenue comes to an end with an ingenious idea. Libra - September 23 - October 22 You’re not one to make bets, but you are dealing with a sure thing, Libra. There is no way you are going to lose. No way! A belief is challenged. Scorpio - October 23 - November 21 You wish, Scorpio. You wish things at work were different, but they are not. Deal with it and move on. A project at home gets off to a rousing start. Sagittarius - November 22 - December 21 Strength in numbers, Sagittarius. The more people you bring around, the better outcome you can expect. A loved one’s need for independence becomes clear. 9 9 9 3 5 4 6 To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: 2014 GMT. Enjoy! Generated by http://www.opensky.ca/~jdhildeb/software/sudokugen/ on Tue Nov 25 21:03:34 - Each of the nine vertical columns - Each of the nine horizontal rows - Each of the nine 3x3 boxes Remember no number can occur more than once in any column, row, or box. Answers can be found at www.thecouriernewspaper.ca. Weekly Answers For this week’s answers, check out our website at www.thecouriernewspaper.ca Page 16 The Courier News & Publishing Tuesday, November 17, 2015 Honours for Local Photographer Jeff Gaye Cold Lake portrait photographer Cindy Couture has won recognition for three of her images in the annual Canadian Armed Forces Photo Contest. Couture took first place in the “People” and “Sports” categories (Advanced Class), as well as an Honourable Mention in the People category. This year’s prizes aren’t the first for Couture. She has had entries in the winners’ circle for the past four years. These are her first submissions from Cold Lake, however, as she has relocated her studio from Bagotville since last year’s competition. She said uprooting an established business has its challenges, but she is building her client base in Cold Lake. The CAF Photo Contest has been running continuously since 1968. The program is organized by CAF Imaging Systems Program Management office and CF Morale and Welfare Services, and made possible through partnership with private industry. Prizes are awarded in Novice and Advanced classes for Military Life, People, Animals, Architecture, Environment, Macrophotography, Sports and Open categories. Couture will receive her awards in a ceremony at the Canadian War Museum on November 25. SAD CREDIT? BAD CREDIT? WE’VE GOT YOU! GET ON TRACK AND GET DRIVING WITH COLD LAKE CHRYSLER! 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