March 11,2009 News * Page 2 [to Lethbridge College's new residence facility^ Photo by Sean Young Chris Egan, director of faculties shows off the plans for the new residence facility Sean Young to LC s new residence facility to offset the providing that assurance. the boom," Egan says. Endeavour Staff need for affordable housing in Lethbridge. Egan says that with the $2 million com­ "We're seeing a bit of softening price- The new residence "translates to 109 mitment from the City, the government wise in the market place, so that competi­ beds for the city's housing needs, that's review is now "more a formality" and tion is bringing it in to do-able." Lethbridge city council has unanimously why they're interested in the project," says that the college is "simply elated" with the Egan says the new facility will be approved to commit $2 million towards Egan. unanimous approval. equipped with many "practical green" the colleges new residence facility. Lethbridge College is currently trying to "Residence projects have to be com­ features. "This was a lynchpin, it makes the prove to the provincial government that it pletely self-funding, so there's no govern­ "[It's] not just eye-wash; it's not just project economically viable," says Chris will be able to pay back the cost of a new ment funding. doing it for the sake of being able to say Egan, director of faculties management at residence building within a 30-year term, "Though the money will not be given to you did it," he says. "It's doing it because it the college. and the "city's contribution is critical" to the college by the government, it will be works." Egan says the city committed the money loaned by "a branch of the Alberta govern­ Some of the features include a natural ment," says Egan. air-cooling system designed to use oper­ "Ultimately the government is on the able louvers that channel the city's westerly hook, so if we built this and couldn't make winds to cool the entire building. it pay for itself, we'd have to take money "Instead of a wood frame, we're using from the grant that want us to use on edu­ eight inch concrete floors and concrete MISS MARCH cational purposes," he says. block for the dividing walls," Egan says. The college will know within four to six The initial cost of "practical green" and SUBJECT TO CLASSIFICATION WWW.MISSMARCHMOVIE.COM weeks if the government approves of its sustainable features such as concrete fram­ proposal for the residence facility ing makes the new residence initially more AFTER FOUR YEARS IN A COMA, He also partly credits the economy with expensive than a traditional building, he EUGENE IS GOING TO BE REUNITED making the high-quality structure even a says, but claims the building will pay for WITH HIS HIGH SCHOOL SWEETHEART... possibility. itself in the long run. ON PAGES 95-97. "Red Deer [College] tried and couldn't "We're hoping for the end of May to financially make it work, [and] they were have a full design done, ready to tender to trying to build it a couple years ago during contractors to bid on " mtittvnw News * Page 3 March 11,2009 Nothing sweeter than Candle Co. lordana Miltimore youths inspiration to continue with their Endeavour Staff dream. " A lot [of students] give us their Two Lethbridge youths are proving age opinion and ideas," says Gillin. is not a factor when it comes to operating "We see someone wearing our shirt a successful clothing line. at least every second day, which is "We wanted something short and sweet pretty good for a one-year clothing that could really mesh with our ideas business," says Gillin. "Kids ask me and and show our creativity," says Grade 12 Chris [Besplug] when new Candie Co. Winston Churchill student Matt Gillin, merchandise is coming out." one of the co-founders of Can die Co. "As Bert and Macs Source for Sports is one we grow, Candie Co. grows as well." location where the merchandise is sold. Reaching the one-year mark, Candie "We consider being able to say that Co. has since introduced a girls line called our clothes are being sold at a store is Innocence. great and really makes us look more "We have to keep the ladies happy, a task professional," says Gillin. "In that aspect every guy is proud to have accomplished," it has been fantastic and our clothing has says Gillin. been selling well there." "Candie Co. and Innocence may be Receiving sponsorships from BMX and jumping into the world of kids clothing; mountain bikers has helped expand the [it will] bring the little guys and girls some line to appeal to athletes. fresh, cool and different style." "It's not to say that Candie Co. is only Every design is used for a limited time for bikers, it's for everyone who wants to only and then is retired, never to be be seen and wants to look different," says Photo by Jordana Miltimore repeated. Gillin. Matt Gillin and Chris Besplug stand in front of their Candie Co. merchandise, sold at "It's a good idea to keep our designs Bert and Macs Source for Sports. The clothing can also be purchased on line at www. He plans on taking fashion design and looking fresh and unique," says Gillin. imprintableclothes.com/CandieCo. marketing at Lethbridge College in the fall, Sometimes you have to bring it [a logo] hoping to find more inspiration for the clouds," says Gillin. 2009 market place on April 1 at 4-10 p.m. back, but right now it's our selling point, company's designs. The first Candie Co. catalog will be The shirts are also available at their you will never see that logo again." "Inspiration can come in many forms: coming out soon, while the new designs website, www.imprintableclothes.com/ Receiving support and encouragement by accident, scribbles, everyday life, even will be premiering at Winston Churchill's CandieCo or www.candieco.webs.com. from classmates and teachers has given the Women of excellence Nominate a deserving and its mission. Debbie Houghtaling This year's winners are: CTV news Endeavour Staff reporter Kaella Carr, MLA Bridget instructor today Pastoor, Lisa Lambert, Renae Peterson and Since 1975 the YWCA has recognized Val Pinnock. special women in Lethbridge through the Lethbridge Lodge is hosting the event annual Women of Distinction Awards. on March 27 and will be emceed by Kathy "This is our 33rd year giving out the Martin from 107.7 FM The River and the award in Lethbridge," says Barbara Pittard, guest speaker will be Barb Higgins from president of the board of directors at the CTV Calgary. Tickets can be purchased YWCA. online or at the YWCA. The awards are presented to women Proceeds from the awards will go who have distinguished themselves towards the YWCA's three initiatives; through their achievements as members reducing poverty, homelessness and 2009 Teaching Excellence Awards of their communities, role models and violence against women and children. mentors for other women. 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College board of governors, plans residences are needed and the The budget seems like the Life Editor for a new residence building are new residence plan is sustainable New Deal program from 1933 Rintaro Fukase in the works for 2011. for long-term development. where the government spent The new building is expected lots of money for big public work Sports Editor to be long lasting, eco friendly • « projects that led to more people Jared Heynen and will give added privacy to its being hired. seems like the New Deal residents. But the Canadian Economic Advertising Manager program from 1933 where Although people are fearing Action Plan doesn't mention Michelle May the government spent lots a recession, Lethbridgecollege anything about investing and of money for big public work Creative Editors wants to accept more students.