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Will You Help Keep STARS In The Sky?

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By Sheldon Spackman

The annual lottery that helps keep Alberta’s fleet of air ambulances in the sky is hovering in dangerous territory in 2017.   Officials with STARS Lottery are hoping for a little emergency help themselves.  Ticket sales to this point in the STARS Lottery are slower than they’ve ever been.

 

According to Stars President and CEO Andrea Robertson, as of February 15th tickets for the lottery are only 65 percent sold. That compares with 87 percent at the same time in 2015.  This is very unsettling because the STARS Lottery typically covers one-third of their annual operating costs.  A sold out lottery would result in about $11 million in revenue, roughly the cost of running one of Alberta’s three STARS bases for one year.   Those bases being in Calgary, Edmonton and Grande Prairie.

Red Deer was the most visited location by STARS in 2016, logging in 80 visits.  Central Albertans have benefitted like no other area in both the number of flights and through the ability of STARS to get to remote locations and natural areas as in the case of former patient, Lorinda Bye.

Alberta’s STARS Lottery has sold-out for 23 straight years, but this year the pressure is on as never before.

STARS officials are doing what they can to make it easier for people to buy tickets.  They’re reducing the number of multi-ticket packages, offering up more $25 tickets.

This year’s lottery features 3,145 prizes worth more than $4.9 million, including four Dream Homes;  one each in Calgary, Edmonton, Lethbridge and Red Deer. The Red Deer Dream Home is at 22 Lindman Avenue in the Laredo neighbourhood and valued at more than $870,000.

The Early Bird cut-off is on March 1st, with the Early Bird draw on March 17th. The Early Bird prize is a 2017 Ram 2500 Crew Cab 4×4 and 2017 Arctic Fox 28F Travel Trailer package worth $128,000. There are also six other vehicles to be won, 24 fantastic vacations, a $50,000 cash prize and numerous others as well.

The final ticket deadline is March 22nd, while the Lucky Stars 50/50 Draw is on April 10th. The Final Draw April 13th.

You can buy your ticket here:

http://www.starslotteryalberta.ca/index.php

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Support local healthcare while winning amazing prizes!

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When you purchase tickets for Red Deer Hospital Lottery and Mega Bucks 50, you do more than just play—you become part of something bigger. You help bridge the gap between what government funding provides and what your hospital truly needs to deliver exceptional care.


Your support helps fund state-of-the-art equipment that doctors and nurses need right now to care for patients across Central Alberta. While plans for the hospital expansion move forward, healthcare doesn’t wait. Patients in our community need access to life-saving technology today, and your generosity makes that possible. 


This year’s lottery will fund essential new and replacement equipment, ensuring your hospital can continue to serve the 500,000 people who rely on it. When you purchase your ticket, you’re investing in innovation, excellence, and a healthier future for Central Alberta. 
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This outstanding home features a screened deck off the dining room, a large family room on the lower level, and of course, a beautiful primary suite. Sorento’s ensuites are always something to behold, and this one features a clawfoot tub. There’s an office on the main level, two bedrooms below, and a large fitness room that includes a two-person infrared sauna.

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SPARC Caring Adult Nominations now open!

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Check out this powerful video, “Be a Mr. Jensen,” shared by Andy Jacks. It highlights the impact of seeing youth as solutions, not problems. Mr. Jensen’s patience and focus on strengths gave this child hope and success.

👉 Be a Mr. Jensen: https://buff.ly/8Z9dOxf

Do you know a Mr. Jensen? Nominate a caring adult in your child’s life who embodies the spirit of Mr. Jensen. Whether it’s a coach, teacher, mentor, or someone special, share how they contribute to youth development. 👉 Nominate Here: https://buff.ly/tJsuJej

Nominate someone who makes a positive impact in the lives of children and youth. Every child has a gift – let’s celebrate the caring adults who help them shine! SPARC Red Deer will recognize the first 50 nominees. 💖🎉 #CaringAdults #BeAMrJensen #SeePotentialNotProblems #SPARCRedDeer

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