2014 Annual Report

Community
Strong
2014 Annual Report
Community Impact
Every year Westerner Park.....
• hosts over 1,500 events
• welcomes 1.5 million visitors
• generates $150 million in economic activity
• grows with support from 50 staff and 150 volunteers
• leads as Central Alberta’s largest
tradeshow, agricultural, sports,
entertainment and convention facility
Commitment to Our Community
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Message from the President
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Message from the Acting Chief Executive Officer
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Projects that Matter
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Spotlight on Western Hospitality
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Global Recognition
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Good Vibes, Good Fun at “My Westerner Days”
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Partners for Success
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We Brought You Our Best
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Attracting High-Profile Events
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2019 Canada Winter Games
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Westerner Park Partners
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Our People
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2014 Long Service Awards
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Our Volunteers & Shareholders
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Our Future Alignment
Table of Contents
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Commitment to Our Community
We can’t do it alone. Community engagement empowers us, thereby
making us a stronger organization. The stronger we are, the more
opportunities we can provide for our Central Alberta communities.
Once again we fostered our brand identity,
“Your Destination for Celebration.” Truly, we
are Central Alberta’s premier event destination.
We continue to listen in order to satisfy guests.
High attendance at our ever-popular Westerner
Days Fair & Exposition is proof that we’re able
to offer guests the entertainment they want,
thanks to the great people behind the projects.
Our numbers tell a story, with 1.5 million
visitors through our doors. Our tireless
volunteers and staff members are another
spoke in the Westerner Park wheel that help
us roll out our blend of western tradition with
cutting-edge technology. From staying smart
and connected through a Shaw Go WiFi
partnership, to booking premium entertainment
and events, we keep our community connection
strong.
Together, we can create better communities.
We keep building on those opportunities: In 2013,
along with our municipal and government
partners, we expanded the ENMAX Centrium.
This year, we enhanced our facilities by opening
Harvest Gardens, a new seasonal outdoor
wedding and event venue.
Community building is one of our proudest
accomplishments in 2014. This was made
possible by the all-important support from
sponsors and partners who believe in the value
of Westerner Park.
We are grateful to have you on the team.
Together, we can create better communities.
We value the deep roots we’ve planted; thanks to our staff, volunteers, patrons,
partners, and sponsors, all of them important to the foundation of our organization.
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Message from the President
We’re a strong community and the momentum
keeps growing as we take positive steps.
I look forward to sharing our community building
success in the 2014 Annual Report.
Last year we shone the spotlight on our staff
and volunteers, all of them dedicated and
instrumental to our strength. This year we want
to acknowledge our collaborative partners and
sponsors. They keep finding new and exciting ways
to innovate, and support Westerner Park.
The same commitment shines throughout the
Central Alberta communities. For years, our partners
and sponsors have maximized their visibility and
connected to the community in meaningful ways
through Westerner Park.
For this reason we direct our focus on longterm partnerships and local involvement. New
and impressive partnerships include Shaw
Communications and Holiday Inn.
Partner support ensures that we attract and offer
premium events, such as Agri-Trade Equipment
Expo and Red Deer Rebels hockey, to name a couple.
To meet the changing needs of our community,
we evolve as we look for innovative partnerships
in the region.
As you will discover in this report, we experienced
another year of accomplishments with firstrate events, exhibitions and entertainment.
Many events are highly anticipated each year,
such as Westerner Days Fair & Exposition and
the Westerner Championship Dairy Showcase.
Other steps forward include a new outdoor venue –
Harvest Gardens is one more way we bring unique
benefits to the region.
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Our high energy endures, and with such a powerful
team to support our journey, we have ambitious
plans for the coming years. Proudly, we are living
our brand “Your Destination for Celebration.”
I’d also like to thank our dedicated and forward
thinking Board of Directors for their notable
efforts and vision. Their unified vision advances our
Strategic Development Plan’s future developments.
At Westerner Park, we endeavor to build a strong
community, one that provides advantages and
business opportunities for Central Albertans, young
and old, urban and rural alike.
We can’t do this without support from our partners
and sponsors, and we will continue to map our
community’s assets and keep building bridges.
We are strong and we strive to engage our community
through Westerner Park. We are ‘Westerners’!
I feel honored to be a part of Westerner Park and
to work with a group of outstanding people who
support this remarkable organization.
Kent Olson
President
Message from the Acting Chief Executive Officer
The contributions that Westerner Park
makes to the local economy adds strength
and value to Red Deer and our Central
Alberta region.
Our partners and sponsors help guide our
organization and continued to show their great
support in 2014. The significant partnerships
we build offer new ways of meeting our
community needs.
I also want to thank our guests – our
all-important fans – who cheer at sporting
events and applaud for our entertainers.
The diverse activities we offered in 2014 were
for you and about you.
We celebrate you! We reflected our gratitude
in the Westerner Days Fair & Exposition theme –
My Westerner Days. We always encourage
feedback and work hard to stay in tune with our
community expectations. At Westerner Park,
we take our responsibility seriously when it
comes to creating positive experiences for our
guests and positive influences on our city.
I am proud to share in the success we achieved in 2014.
Westerner Park and all that we offer brings
us together; From our staff, volunteers and
shareholders to our partners and sponsors.
Thank you for inspiring us and demonstrating
your commitment to the community!
There is much potential for the future and
we want to be an important part of the growth
opportunities in Central Alberta and beyond.
The strength of our community is increased
through events and activities that allow people
to feel camaraderie, discovery and renewal.
Through Westerner Park, we are proud to build
lasting relationships, for today and tomorrow
as your destination for celebration.
Jim White
Acting Chief Executive Officer and General Manager
I would like to personally thank the Board for their direction and support and our
management and staff for their continued hard work.
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Projects that Matter
Harvest Gardens Sets the Stage
Westerner Park is proud to present another
distinguishing feature – Harvest Gardens.
This unique seasonal outdoor venue is ideal for
weddings, family gatherings, corporate functions,
BBQs and those special photographs. Wedding
receptions benefit from our adjoining Harvest
Centre, creating a memorable experience and
a competitive advantage for Central Alberta.
Harvest Gardens features a verdant garden setting
with ceremony-style seating for up to 200. A screened
entrance and privacy fence provide the ultimate
in peace of mind. We’re keeping it “green” and
high-tech with solar powered energy and wireless
internet.
At Westerner Park, we continue to look for initiatives
to invest in and cultivate the evolving needs of our
community.
The Harvest Centre offers the Marquis and Heartland Rooms, two upscale multi-purpose
banquet halls that are ideal for a variety of events. Designed for flexibility, the building can
host a wedding one week and a convention or trade show the next!
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Now staying connected to all the action is only
a click away!
Westerner Park formed a 10 year partnership
with Shaw Communications at the end of 2013.
The Shaw Go WiFi network gives Shaw
customers who visit Westerner Park the chance
to stay connected – for free – during all the
events held in our facilities.
Staying connected.
Traditional West Goes Hi-Tech
Not a Shaw customer? Visitors were provided
guest access to the Westerner Park network
while they enjoyed Westerner Days Fair &
Exposition, with convenient and easy access
to the internet. One more way we kept our
community connected.
The Shaw Go WiFi network gives Shaw customers who visit Westerner Park
the opportunity to stay connected during all the events held in our facilities.
Shaw customers remain continuously connected to Shaw Go WiFi while within range
of the network.
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Spotlight on Western Hospitality
We might be a large and busy place, but we stay true to our down-home
heritage by delivering western hospitality.
This year was no different – we focused on strengthening our community
connections. We hope you enjoyed these events as much as we enjoyed
hosting them.
All-Season Highpoints:
The Canadian Supreme
The Canadian Supreme marked
its 30th consecutive year at
Westerner Park. Held in the
Prairie Pavilion and the UFA
Agricentre, this prominent event
is the largest cutting, reining and
working cow horse event in the
Pacific Northwest. Truly supreme
for Red Deer.
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Red Deer Motors North American Pony Chuckwagon Championships Tarp Auction
Businesses hitched their company
names and logos to 56 wagons
during the annual Westerner
Days Fair & Exposition. A total
of $161,000 was raised for the
Pony Chuckwagon drivers and
prize purse.
Agri-Trade Equipment Expo
Agri-Trade keeps our invaluable
farm community connected year
after year, with its wide variety
of farm technology exhibits.
Our human desire to be together is embedded in our nature. Events, festivals and entertaining activities
are key opportunities for community mingling and celebration. At Westerner Park, we welcome support
from our community and our partners to continue generating benefits for Central Albertans.
The Mane Event
Canadian exhibitors and their cattle attended the Westerner
Championship Dairy Showcase – educational tours, exhibitor displays
and the Mega Moola Jackpot appealed to guests from near and far.
A new partnership, another first in Alberta: This year the Westerner
Championship Dairy Showcase Committee adopted a new Holstein
Canada Show Ring Audit Program, to provide the utmost in animal care.
The Mane Event brought equine
information and excitement to
the urban community. This year
our guests were treated to new
vendors, exhibits and informative
clinics. There was something
for all equine enthusiasts, from
competitors to horse lovers.
The monitoring program ensures the Dairy Showcase will play
a lead role in animal care responsibility. As an agricultural organization,
we want to emphasize the importance of animal care, whether in the
show ring or at home in the barn. The Westerner Championship
Dairy Showcase first began in 1954 and continues to be a valuable
part of Westerner Park’s agricultural history.
Down-home heritage
Westerner Championship Dairy Showcase
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The Westerner Days Fair &
Exposition draws over 90,000
visitors and generates over
$7 million in gross economic
impact for Central Alberta.
Global Recognition
The Westerner Days Fair & Exposition
was honored with an Award of Distinction
for Communications in 2014.
We competed with others in the International Association
of Fairs & Expositions Fairs Division 1 (fairs with
attendance up to 100,000) and all entries were evaluated
and judged by a team of industry leaders.
The International Association of Fairs and Expositions,
with over 1,200 members from around the globe, awarded
us the following:
1st place
Overall Social Media Campaign
1st place
Newspaper Ad: Black and White
2nd place
Single Brochure/Flyer
2nd place
Electronic Newsletter
2nd place
Promotional/Advertising: Poster
3nd place Promotional/Advertising: Outdoor
And the award goes to...
our community!
Good Vibes, Good Fun at My Westerner Days
Every July, adventure starts here!
What’s your adventure? Midway thrill rides and pony chuckwagon races?
Concerts and the Grub Hub? For younger adventurers, what about kiddie
rides and the new Petting Pals Petting Zoo?
We have the best fans! The Westerner Days Fair & Exposition Parade
kicked-off Central Alberta’s largest summer celebration. Over 30,000
people lined the streets of downtown Red Deer to cheer on the decorated
floats and vehicles, collector vehicles, local celebrities, marching bands
and livestock entries.
What a per fect lead-in for the great attendance of 92,872 during
My Westerner Days, our theme for 2014.
The Stars Shine Brighter Here
Here’s what guests enjoyed on the ATB Financial Main Stage:
•Brett Kissel and Tim Hicks
•Diamond Rio
•Harlequin and Honeymoon Suite
•The Sheepdogs
On the Gasoline Alley Harley Davidson Stage:
•KnowleDJ from Las Vegas •Aussie Rules Dueling Pianos
In the Lounge:
•Randi Boulton •On The Mark Productions, DJ services
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community members and partners. One example
is the “We All Play” program. Initially sponsored
by ConcoPhillips Canada and administered
by Family Services of Central Alberta, the
program provided 125 complimentary admission
and parking passes to families that might not
otherwise be able to enjoy our event.
“We All Play” was such a success in 2013 that it
expanded to include a new sponsor – Stantec,
along with their charity of choice, Aspire Special
Needs Resource Centre. Through this expanded
program, 70 Aspire families played and enjoyed
Westerner Days.
Community sharing. A new program “Share
the Fair” gave all children, including those who
couldn’t physically attend Westerner Days, a
chance to create some wonderful memories.
In partnership with Olymel, North American
Midway Entertainment and many of our
event entertainers, we visited children at the
Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre as well
as families at the Central Alberta Ronald
McDonald House where several onsite shows
were re-created.
Red Deer Motors Nor th American Pony
Chuckwagon Championships. Presented by
Adventure starts here!
Community caring. Westerner Days brings together
BFI Canada and 96.5 CKFM. An estimated
20,000 fans cheered on 56 wagons competing
in this exciting competition with drivers
vying for the coveted title of North American
Champion.
Taking it to the streets! More than 20 businesses
hosted off-site events, starting with the annual
pancake breakfast at Bower Place Shopping
Centre. Throughout the five days of the Fair,
young and old alike enjoyed BBQs, chili
cook-offs, show and shines, and new in 2014:
a yoga class at Bikram Yoga.
Every July, Westerner Days Fair & Exposition
gives us pride and a sense of accomplishment.
But we can’t do this without our staff, volunteers,
sponsors and partners. Through their support,
we can offer the region a variety of exceptional
programs and entertainment, ensuring that
Westerner Days continues as Central Alberta’s
largest summer celebration. We really do have
a lot to celebrate!
As part of our new year-round connection, Shaw provided access to the Shaw Go WiFi
network. Guests posted their Westerner Days pictures and shared their experiences
online for a chance to win daily prizes.
Joining Forces
Westerner Park began its 5 year partnership with
Holiday Inn & Suites, Holiday Inn Express and
Boulevard Restaurant & Lounge.
Holiday Inn is now the official title sponsor
of the Trailblazer Room and Chalet at Westerner Park
and the 19th Street Market during Westerner Days
Fair & Exposition – the perfect choice for local
hotel accommodations.
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Partners for Success
Westerner Park and the Red Deer
& District Chamber of Commerce
were proud hosts of the 2014
Agri-Trade Equipment Expo.
The event supports agricultural industry innovations –
we attract exhibitors that demonstrate quality
equipment, technology and services to the industry.
We continue to provide innovative tools within
a friendly environment, and to help our industry build
networks across Western Canada. Our important goal
endures: to help the agriculture industry grow and
flourish.
With generous support from the Chamber
of Commerce, Westerner Park maintains our strong
ongoing commitment to the agriculture industry.
We all felt the buzz – Agri-Trade stimulated over
$35 million in economic spin-off in 2014.
See you November 11 – 14, 2015!
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We Brought You Our Best
Recently named Pollstar’s #1 Comedy Tour
in North America for three years running,
standup phenomenon Jeff Dunham and his
animated sidekicks treated fans to a laughpacked night in April. His Disorderly Conduct
show sparked some serious exuberance and
applause at a sold-out ENMAX Centrium.
Country music superstar Brad Paisley enthralled
fans when he made Westerner Park a stop
on his Country Nation World Tour in October.
Award-winning singer, songwriter, guitarist
and entertainer, Paisley struck a chord with
an appreciative capacity crowd. The night
surpassed expectations with an added bonus
of singing sensation Brett Kissel.
Also in October, the Doobie Brothers were
“Takin’ it to the Streets” with their harmonyladen, guitar-driven style. The band made
new memories for their audience, young and
less young alike. The Doobie Brothers put
on an exciting performance.
Premium acts at Westerner Park!
The Band Perry, We Are Pioneers World Tour,
started our New Year in the key of awesome
when they performed at the ENMAX Centrium.
This talented family trio has won multiple ACM,
CMA and CMT music awards and their show
was a pure crowd-pleaser.
More to Celebrate
Watch Tower Convention in June provided
an opportunity to experience the many expressions
of love, joy and peace of brotherhood. These
annual three-day conventions feature Bible
talks, demonstrations and dramas.
Monster XTour: A first time event rolled into
the Westerner Park Raceway in August and
featured all the top monster trucks as they
battled it out. Guests could ride in a monster
truck, meet the drivers, take photos and get
autographs during the Pit Party – a safe and
fun family event!
With our star-studded lineup in 2014, it’s no wonder we continue to host famous
names and premium acts at Westerner Park!
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We score big!
Attracting High-Profile Events
Westerner Park hosted 36 home games of Red Deer Rebels WHL
hockey action between September and April, their 23 rd season at the ENMAX Centrium. Another big score: The Western Hockey League
announced that the Red Deer Rebels were chosen to host the 2016
MasterCard Memorial Cup at ENMAX Centrium.
May 19 – 29, 2016, will mark the 98th edition of the Canadian Hockey
League national championship. Join us on the ice for all the action!
“The Red Deer Rebels, the City of Red Deer and Province of Alberta are honored that
the governors of our great league have put faith in us hosting the 2016 MasterCard
Memorial Cup.”
Brent Sutter, Rebels Owner, Governor, President, GM and Head Coach
Did you know?
• The Red Deer Rebels entered the Western
Hockey League in 1992-93 as an expansion
team under the ownership of Terry and
Wayne Simpson.
• Brent Sutter purchased the team in 1999.
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• The Rebels were crowned MasterCard
Memorial Cup Champions in 2001.
• The Red Deer Rebels donated a state-of-the
art video score clock to ENMAX Centrium
in 2008. 2019 Canada Winter Games
Down-home hospitality!
Red Deer knows how to support its love of sports. From our hard
working bid committee to the thousands who volunteered, went online
to show their support and wore red on Rally Day – our community
spirit and civic pride was rewarded. Red Deer will host the 2019
Canada Winter Games!
Held every four years, the Canada Winter Games
are the world’s largest multi-sport event and will
bring more than 1,800 athletes from across the
nation to compete in 19 sports, from synchronized
swimming to alpine skiing and biathlon.
These games will strengthen our provincial
and national community profile and create
a powerful sense of community for fans
of all teams.
Westerner Park will welcome athletes and
spectators from across the country with our
down-home hospitality!
Premier destination, pioneering advances
Listen up! The professional hockey experience in the ENMAX Centrium is now enhanced with upgrades
to our sound system. A total of 58 speakers, four subwoofers and 13 amplifiers provide cutting-edge sound.
Combined with our video scoreboard and LED system, the audio/visual experience is better than ever.
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Our float and float committee travelled to over 20 parades from May
through September. The float connects three community partners
– The City of Red Deer, Red Deer County and Westerner Park.
This year’s float was designed by Red Deer County and showcased
community spirit by using recreational and natural elements found
within the county.
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Westerner Park Partners
For generations to come we will grow resilient connections, allowing our partners to achieve
their business and marketing objectives while ensuring Westerner Park remains Central Alberta’s
“destination for celebration!”
The Government of Alberta,
through the Alberta Lottery
Fund, supported a number of
Westerner Park programs and
facilities in 2014.
The Department of Agriculture
and Rural Development
provided us with a $100,000
operating grant for agricultural
activities and a $298,852
operating grant designated
to capital purchases.
Westerner Park also received
a $34,614 grant to extend
our marketing initiatives
for Westerner Days Fair &
Exposition, through the CoOperative Marketing Program
funded by Travel Alberta.
The City of Red Deer
The City of Red Deer is a longtime partner of Westerner Park,
providing our 50-year land lease
and partnering to design and
produce our parade float. The
float profiles and benefits our
entire region.
Corporate
Government
The Government of Alberta
Red Deer County Red Deer County is an enduring
supporter of Westerner Park, the
hub of such a dynamic community.
Along with The City of Red Deer,
Red Deer County entered a multiyear partnership to create our
parade float.
Red Deer & District Chamber of Commerce
Agri-Trade Equipment Expo, one of Canada’s premier indoor/outdoor
agricultural equipment expositions, welcomes more than 20,000
attendees each year. With the Chamber of Commerce as managing partner,
Agri-Trade is jointly owned with the Westerner Exposition Association.
As with so many of our events, the impact is significant for Westerner Park,
Chamber members and the local economy.
Our partners are our
economic generators.
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Our People
Board of Directors
Executive
Kent Olson, President
Graham Heron, Vice President, Chair – Finance, Investment & Audit
Michael Donlevy, Past President, Chair – Planning & Development
Jim Baker, Director
Deb Beck, Director
Dianne Harder, Director
Ken Johnston, Director
Ian Milne, Chair – Human Resources & Compensation
Rick Polutnik, Chair – Volunteer & Shareholder Relations
Rob Saik, Director
Gil Vallee, Chair – Safety & Risk Management
Janice Wing, Chair – Governance & Nominating
Damian Zapisocky, Director
Lawrence Lee, Director – City of Red Deer Appointee
Frank Wong, Director – City of Red Deer Appointee
Bradley Williams, Director – Red Deer Chamber Appointee
Christine Moore, Director – Red Deer County Appointee
Jim White, Acting Chief Executive Officer &
Jim White, Acting Chief Executive Officer & General Manager
Peggy Jackson, Executive Assistant
General Manager – Corporate Secretary
Honorary Directors
Earl Dreeshen, MP Red Deer
Cal Dallas, MLA Red Deer South
Rod Fox, MLA Lacombe – Ponoka
Mary Anne Jablonski, MLA Red Deer North
Kerry Towle, MLA Innisfail – Sylvan Lake
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Event Sales & Production
Rod Hergott, Event Sales & Production Manager
Crystal Barry, Event Sales & Production Coordinator
Jacquie Burris, Agricultural Events Assistant Manager
Kelly Korpany, Parking & Security Assistant Manager
Nancy Paish, Event Sales & Production Assistant Manager
Finance
Jody Johnson, Finance Manager
Wendy Baranyk, Accounts Receivable
Cindy Goulding, Accounts Payable
Food & Beverage
Kim Mechefske, Food & Beverage Manager
Cheryl Blatz, Food & Beverage Operations Coordinator
Brittany Mechefske, Food & Beverage Event Coordinator
Irene Verhaeghe, Food & Beverage Event Service Coordinator
Human Resources
Donna May, Human Resources Manager
Daniel Shearer, Administrative Assistant
Marketing
Meghan Gustum, Marketing Manager
Blake Jackson, Business Development Manager
Tasha Newman, Marketing & Communications Coordinator
Operations
Jim White, Acting Chief Executive Officer & General Manager
Rick Allen, Operations Personnel
Chelsey Anderson, Landscaper, Gardener
Greg Baskier, Maintenance Technician (Mechanic)
Bryon Buehler, Maintenance Technician (Electrician)
Alejandra Cepeda, Operations Personnel
Cindy Glendinning, Operations Personnel
Doug Harrison, Arena Operation I
Kayla Hoffart, Operations Personnel
Ben Jackway, Operations Personnel
Harry Knox, Building Maintenance
Hubert Knox, Arena Operator I
Amanda Lawson, Operations Personnel
Tim Linfoot, Operations Personnel
Craig MacLennan, Assistant Operations Manager
Don McInenly, Event Supervisor
Josh Merasty, Event Supervisor
Owen Merrifield, Operations Personnel
Juan Molina, Operations Personnel
Dwayne Murray, Operations Personnel
Les Pieniazak, Arena Operator I
JR Rutherford, Arena Operator II
Brian Tease, Operations Personnel
Abby Wallin, Operations Administrator
Peter Wiede, Operations Personnel
Dan Wood, Event Supervisor / Safety Officer
2014 Long Service Awards
Don McInenly
10 years
Craig MacLennan
25 years
Jim White
35 years
Volunteers & Shareholders Current as of October 24, 2014
More supporting roles to thank.
Volunteers and shareholders play an integral role, and much of our success relies on their hard work.
Finding time to give back to the community and make new connections improves life for everyone.
Westerner Park was made stronger and better in 2014 by all of our volunteers and shareholders who
helped turn our plans and dreams into reality. Their volunteer spirit shows how a small community can
accomplish big results when supported by the right people with the right attitude.
We celebrate them, our star line-up!
Acheson, Keith SH
Andrews, Wanda SH
Archibald, Allan SH
Archibald, Penny SH
Baker, Jim SH, D
Baldwin, Kevin SH, V
Bantjes, Eileen SH
Barclay, Dale SH
Barkshire, Terrie SH
Barkshire, Wade SH
Barnabe, Guy SH, V
Barnes, Gary SH
Barnes, Wendy SH, LD
Beauchamp, Isabel SH
Beck, Deb SH, D
LegendShareholder SHVolunteer VDirector D
President P
Past President PP Vice President VP
Life Director LD
Honorary Director HD
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Friesen, Harry SH
Fulton, Kenneth SH
Gardner, Marie SH
Gehardt, Mike SH, V
Gehrke, George SH
Gillard, Tim SH
Gilmore, Janet SH
Gisler, Merna SH, V
Glenfield, Dick SH
Glenfield, Linda SH
Goldade, Albert SH
Good, Brian SH
Goranson, Paul SH, V
Goruk, George SH
Goruk, Katherine SH
Goruk, Ken SH, V
Gray, Gordon SH
Gray, Sabrina V
Hamill, Gordon SH
Hammer, Hoss SH
Hannaford, Don SH
Harder, Dianne SH, D
Harink, Greg SH
Harink, Linda SH
Harris, Gary SH
Harvey, Ross SH
Hastie, Jillian V
Hayhoe, Sylvia SH
Hegge, Ed SH
Hehli, Amanda V
Hehli, Marcus V
Henderson, Ian SH
Henderson, John V
Henderson, Lawrence SH
Henderson, Myrna SH
Henry, Betty Lou SH
Henry, Joyce SH
Herder, Bob SH
Herder, Judy SH
Herder, Margaret SH
Hermary, Joan SH, V
Heron, Graham SH, VP
Hood, Irene SH
Hough, Allan SH
Hough, Janice SH
Their volunteer spirit shows how a small community can accomplish big results!
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Current as of October 24, 2014
Clark, Shannon SH, V
Clark, Wayne SH, V
Coleman, Greg V
Collicutt, Lorna SH
Collicutt, Steven SH
Compton, Jane SH, V
Connelly, Vernon SH
Cornett, Mary Joan SH
Cote, Donald R. SH
Cruickshank, Liz SH, V
Cupples, Garett SH
Curtis, Craig SH, V
Dallas, Cal SH, HD
Dandurand, Heidi SH
Dandurand, Mike SH
Dawe, Michael SH, V
Day, Margaret SH
Depalme, Ray SH
Der, Herb SH
Dickin, Ed SH, LD
Dickin, Lois SH
Domoney, Alice SH
Domoney, George SH
Donald, Jack SH, LD
Donald, Joan SH, LD
Donald, Joan SH
Donald, John SH
Donlevy, Michael SH, PP
Donlevy, Robin SH
Dore, Craig SH, V
Dreeshen, Earl HD
Duffin, Eileen SH
Duffin, Lawrence SH
Dugan, Anna SH
Dugan, Dr. John SH
Edmundson, Doreen SH
Eggink, Monda V
Elliott, James SH
Eros, Deborah V
Fertig, Joyce SH
Fertig, Warren SH
Fitzpatrick, Bre SH
Flewwelling, Morris SH
Foster, Jim SH
Fox, Rod HD
Volunteers & Shareholders
Beckley, Sharon V
Bennett, Joyce SH
Berg, Neil SH
Bergman, Tony SH
Bidulock, Dodie SH
Bill, Paul SH, V
Bill, Paula SH, V
Bishop, Ike SH
Boake, Millie SH
Bodwell, Darlene SH
Bontje, Gord SH, V
Bott, Wes SH
Boulton, Bob SH
Bower, Ron SH
Bradshaw, Rodney SH
Bradshaw, Shelley SH
Brauner, Arnold SH, V
Brinkhurst, James SH
Brooks, Ed SH
Brososky, Jan SH
Brown, Barry SH
Brown, Diane SH
Brown, Gary SH, V
Bunnin, Melba SH
Burkin, Joanne V
Burrington, Mike SH
Butler, Sharon SH
Bystrom, Donald SH
Bystrom, Kay SH
Cadsand, Daniel SH
Campbell, Douglas G. SH
Campbell, Len V
Cantwell, Robert SH
Cantwell, Sandra SH
Carey, Trista V
Chalack, Donald SH, V
Chapman, Joan SH
Chapman, Tom SH, V
Chiasson, Jan V
Christensen, Fred SH
Christensen, Vi SH
Church, Wendy SH
Clark, Brenda SH, V
Clark, Judi V
Clark, Merv SH
McPhee, Norm SH
McPhee, Russ SH
McPherson, Hugh SH
McPherson, James R. SH
Mills, Robert SH, V
Milne, Ian SH, D
Moller, Ed SH
Moore, Christine SH, D
Moore, Warren SH
Morris, Tim SH, V
Morton, Ken SH
Moulton, Dale SH
Mueller, Ellen SH
Mueller, Fred SH
Mueller, Phillip S. SH
Mulder, Lynne SH
Munn, Doug V
Murray, Jim SH, LD
Murray, Mildred SH
Mykytyshyn, Darcy SH
Neeland, Brian D. SH
Nesbitt, Dale SH
Nesbitt, Jan SH
Newman, Ethel SH
Nielsen, Don SH
Odell, Donald SH
Olafson, Bill SH, LD
Olafson, Rhonda SH
Oldring, Bonnie SH
Oldring, John SH
Olson, Kent SH, P
Owen, Valentine SH
Ozga, Brian V
Pahl, Robert SH
Pander, Wayne SH
Panteluk, Jack SH
Papp, Bernie SH
Parks, Gail SH, V
Paterson, Lennard SH
Pattison, Phil SH, V
Pederson, Vicky SH
Pelletier, Guy SH, V
Pengelly, Mary SH
Perry, Christine SH
Perry, George SH
LegendShareholder SHVolunteer VDirector D
President P
Past President PP Vice President VP
Current as of October 24, 2014
Klugkist, Rene V
Kokotailo, Jack SH
Kuffler, Wayne SH
Lacey, Kathy SH
Lacey, Peter SH
Lampard, Robert SH
Lampard, Thomas SH
Lampard, Toby SH
Langford, Tom SH
Lawrence, Dan SH
Lawrence, Phyllis SH
Laycock, Bonnie Laura SH
Leader, Al SH, V
Lebedoff, Fred SH
Lee, Lawrence SH, D
Lehr, Diane SH, V
Lewis, Diane SH
L’Hirondelle, Dale SH
Liptak, Ed SH, V
Liptak, Kay SH
Lischka, Martin V
Lund, Curtiss SH, V
Lund, Mary SH, V
MacLeod, Jack SH, LD
MacLeod, Lenore SH
Makarenko, Ed SH
Mallett, Linda SH
Mandrusiak, Ken SH
Martens, Neil SH
Matejka, Betty SH
Matejka, Bill SH
Matejka, George SH
Matejka, Mark SH
Mathon, Sylvia SH
Mayberry, Glen SH
McAdam, Nancy SH, V
McCullough, Ron SH, LD
McFadden, F. Elaine SH
McKinnon, AnnaBelle SH
McKinnon, Crystal SH
McLaughlin, Joe SH
McLoughlin, Brian SH, V
McMurray, Heddi SH
McPhee, Colleen SH
McPhee, Margie SH, LD
Volunteers & Shareholders
Hough, Lorraine SH
Hough, Mal SH, LD
Hubl, Marvin SH, V
Hueppelsheuser, David SH
Hueppelsheuser, Judy SH
Hull, Bill SH, LD
Hull, Scotty SH
Hunter, Bob SH
Hunter, Bryson V
Hunter, Cindy V
Hunter, Pat SH
Huse, James SH
Hyde, Phil SH
Irwin, Ed V
Jablonski, Mary-Anne SH, HD
Janssen, Carol SH
Janssen, Patti SH
Janssen Jr., Bill SH
Jefferies, Cindy SH
Jeffers, Bryon SH
Jensen, Valerie SH
Jewell, Richard SH
Johnson, Donald SH
Johnson, May SH, V
Johnson, Ruby SH
Johnston, David E. SH, V
Johnston, Ken SH, D
Johnston, Leslie SH
Johnstone, Joan SH, V
Johnstone, Larry SH, V
Johnstone, Linda SH
Kamps, Bill SH
Kaun, David SH
Kaun, Susan SH
Kellough, Hugh SH, V
Kemshead, Larry SH, V
Kennedy, Janice V
Kennedy, Pat SH
Kennedy, Robert E. SH
Kennedy, Rod SH, LD
Kennedy, Steve V
Kennedy, Tanner V
Kenzle, Gerald SH
Klein, Dianne SH
Klepper, Jean SH
Life Director LD
Honorary Director HD
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Truant, Mike SH
Unsworth, Jean SH
Vallee, Gil SH, D
Van Sickle, Wayne SH
Van Wyk, Norbert SH
Vincent, Doug SH
Vincent, Phyllis SH
Volk, Jason SH
Waddell, Penny SH
Wagar, Vera SH
Walker, Jack SH
Walls, V.G. SH
Ward, Joel SH
Ward, Ralph SH
Ward, Rose SH
Warford, Robert SH
Watkinson-Zimmer, Lorna SH
Watson, Al SH, V
Watson, Millie SH
Watters, Kim SH
White, Barclay SH
Wilkins, Bob SH
Wilkins, Flory SH
Will, David SH
Williams, Bradley SH, D
Williams, Edith SH
Williams, John SH
Willoughby, Victor SH
Wilson, Dan SH
Wing, Janice SH, D
Winia, Gerry SH
Woit, Ivan SH, V
Wong, Frank SH
Wood, Jim SH
Woodward, Ronald D. SH
Wyntjes, Dianne SH
Wyntjes, Henry SH
Yamniuk, Joe SH, V
Yamniuk, Nancy SH
Young, George SH, V
Young, Pat SH, V
Zapisocky, Damian SH, D
Zondag, Jake V
LegendShareholder SHVolunteer VDirector D
President P
Past President PP Vice President VP
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Life Director LD
Honorary Director HD
Current as of October 24, 2014
Sergeant, Phillip SH
Severtson, Scott SH
Sharp, Doug SH, V
Shepherd, Barbara SH
Sibbald, Jerry SH
Sim, John V
Sim, Kelsey V
Sim, Ron SH
Sim, Sharon SH
Sim, Yvonne V
Simanton, Everett V
Slipp, Jim SH, V
Spiers, James A. SH
Sproule, Ken SH
Sproule, Maria SH
St. Arnaud, Joyce SH
Stauffer, Murray SH
Stegman, Lynn SH
Stephan, Chris SH
Stephan, Rod SH
Stewart, Mark V
Stoller, Glenda SH, V
Stoller, Mark SH, V
Stone, Brianne V
Storwick, Shirley SH
Stott, Jack SH, V
Stott, Lori V
Surkan, Gail SH
Swainson, Kenneth L. SH
Thomas, William SH
Thomson, Heather SH
Thomson, Mitch SH
Thurmeier, Merv SH
Tisdale, Glen SH, V
Touchette, Gwen SH
Towers, Gary SH
Towers, Jordon SH
Towers, Kerri SH
Towers, Margaret SH
Towers, Roberta SH
Towers, Ross SH, LD
Towers, Tom SH, LD
Towle, Kerry HD
Tremain, Jack SH, V
Truant, Alfio SH, V
Volunteers & Shareholders
Peters, Wendy SH
Phillips, Katherine SH
Polis, Paula SH
Pollitt, Bob SH
Pollitt, Jim SH
Pollitt, Sharon SH
Polutnik, Richard SH, D
Pope, Marcy SH
Poth, Reimar SH
Prendergast, Fred SH
Pugh, Len SH
Purdie, Lynda SH
Purdie, Rob SH
Quibell, Angela V
Quintilio, Kay SH
Radford, Lyn SH
Rebryna, DeeAnna SH
Richards, Alex SH
Roberts, Bill SH, V
Roberts, Yvonne SH, V
Robinson, Scott SH, V
Robinson Jr, Warden SH
Rogers, Bill SH
Rogers, Lars SH, V
Rosengren, Betty SH
Saik, Robert SH, D
Sandall, Doug SH
Sandall, Valerie SH
Savage, Dave V
Sawyer, Doug SH
Scalon, Adam V
Schmidt, Peter SH, V
Schnell, Bob SH
Schnell, Natalie SH
Schrijver, Sonja V
Schroeder Johnston, Margaret SH
Schulz, Clarice SH
Schur, Mary SH
Schur, Orest SH
Scott, Angie SH
Scott, Brian SH
Scott, Don SH
Scott, Donna SH
Scott, Jim SH, LD
Scott, Linda SH
Our Future Alignment
By combining resources, ideas and strengths,
organizations can broaden and deepen
their services to our communities. Through
partnerships, we come together to share expertise
and bring new ideas forward that deliver greater
value to our citizens.
– through weddings and banquets to hockey
games and agricultural shows. We are pleased
to support our local community wherever
we can and proud to partner with organizations
with the same intent: to improve opportunities
for Central Albertans.
Our partners and sponsors understand their
key priorities, and also know that aligning
themselves with like-minded organizations
can help them achieve their vision. We are proud
to play a part in that alignment.
We don’t stop there: While proudly anchored
to our past, we believe in “green” today –
trees, gardens and shared green spaces, where
our designs and maintenance create sustainable
environments for all to enjoy. Our green
mindset includes managing our energy and
waste consumption to decrease environmental
impact.
Since 1891, Westerner Park has been a place
for Central Albertans to gather and celebrate
their community events. We continue to be there
as people share their most memorable moments
We are Westerners.
We know we’re hard-working, with dedicated staff and volunteers
as our backbone. We also know that we wouldn’t be where we are today
without support from our partners and sponsors.
Proud, Welcoming, Practical, Service-Oriented. Westerner Park’s “can-do” spirit
resulted in a satisfying “done and dusted” in 2014. We invite you to join us in 2015
as we entertain, employ and embrace celebration!
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4847A 19 Street, Red Deer, AB T4R 2N7
P 403.343.7800 F 403.341.4699
westernerpark.ca