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Hello Everyone, Its that time of the years again and the Aquarium Club of Edmonton is looking for a few more schools to be part of the programs this year. Do you know of a school or teacher in Edmonton Area. A teacher who would like to add something extra into your classroom to enhance teaching this year Elementary/Jr High. The Aquarium Club of Edmonton donates several complete 20 gallon aquarium kits & accessories into classrooms every year and we have a couple more openings this year.Contact me if know someone who might be interested or you would like some more information about this program Rudy Kern ACE Aquariums for Schools Program 780 438 7911 rkern@telusplanet.net

Rolf C. Hagen was a pillar in the pet products industry who touched many lives with his generosity and compassion. Rolf C. Hagen 11.09.32 - 22.10.11 Montreal, Canada - October 24, 2011 - Rolf C. Hagen, Founder and Chairman of Rolf C. Hagen Inc., passed away suddenly yet peacefully at his home in Montreal surrounded by his loving wife Marianne and grandson Justin on Saturday, October 22, 2011. Rolf C. Hagen was born in 1932, the third of 10 children, in a small seaside town in northern Germany. In 1955, inspired by a simple idea, he came to Canada and sowed the seeds of Rolf C. Hagen Inc., which blossomed to become one of the world's largest family-owned manufacturers and distributors of pet care products. He started by acquiring bird seeds from the Canadian prairies and exporting them back to Germany. His small export business eventually flourished and branched out into a solid, well-respected pet supplies business that today spans many continents. Soon after setting up his business in Montreal, his focus turned to the most significant import of his life: a beautiful young woman named Marianne Koch, whom he met in Hamburg and married in Montreal in 1959. His brothers Dieter and Horst subsequently joined the company, both of whom brought new energy and innovation to the company, taking it to new heights of success. The trio formed the first generation of an internationally successful family-based company that is now managed by Rolf C. Hagen's three beloved sons, Mark, Tom, and Rolf Jr. Mr. Hagen was a tireless force who was actively involved as Chairman of Rolf C. Hagen Inc. right up until the day preceding his sudden passing. Those who did business with Mr. Hagen were often inspired by his simple and ethical approach to commerce, often sealing business deals with his firm handshake and honouring them with his word, which was as good as gold. In his lifetime, Mr. Hagen was honoured with many awards in the pet products industry. In June 1999, he was inducted into the American Pet Products Association Hall of Fame, the highest honour that can be bestowed upon an individual in the pet industry. In March 2004, he was given the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Pet Industry Distributors Association in recognition for innovative design of pet products and for his generous support of organizations and individuals dedicated to improving the lives of pets and people. He is the only person in the pet products industry who is a recipient of both awards. In 1996, he received The First Cross of the Federal Order of Merit from Germany (Bundesverdienstkreuz der 1. Klasse). In 2005, he was awarded The Highest Order of Merit (Grosses Bundesverdienstkreuz am Band) from the President of the Federal Republic of Germany, the highest honour that Germany can bestow upon a civilian. Yet even with all his business successes and accolades, Rolf C. Hagen remained a humble and altruistic man who did not lose touch with many of life's timeless and enduring values: love, kindness, humility, compassion, and generosity. Though he soared in business, he was deeply grounded in his love for humanity and pets, giving away much of what he amassed to individuals, schools, hospitals, churches and charitable organizations in Canada as well as all over the world. Helen Keller wrote that it is better to walk with a friend in the dark than alone in the light. In addition to being an icon in the pet products industry, Rolf C. Hagen will also be remembered for being a true friend who was always there for those who walked in the dark.

Aquarium Club of Edmonton presents: Fall Auction 2011 High Park Comm. Hall 11032-154 st. drop off/setup 9:00a.m. till 10:00 a.m. viewing 10:00 a.m. till 11:00 a.m. sale starts at 11:00 a.m. till done Everyone is welcome. You do not have to be a member to buy any of the items. You can expect to find fish, plants, aquariums, accessories and all other things related to the aquarium hobby. Cash only. Hope to see you all there! rk

Do you know of a school or teacher in Edmonton & Area. A teacher who would like to add something extra into your classroom to enhance teaching this year Elementary/Jr High. The Aquarium Club of Edmonton donates several complete aquariums & accessories to classrooms every year and we have a couple more openings this year.Contact me if know someone who might be interested or would like some more information. Rudy Kern ACE Aquariums for Schools Program 780 438 7911

Anyone who might be interested in more information on this subject may want to look into this information session in Calgary coming up shortly Rudy CFIA – SRD Aquatic Animal Import Requirements Monday March 28, 2010 10:30 – 17:00 Bow Habitat Station 1440 - 17A Street SE Calgary Alberta T2G 4T9 http://srd.alberta.ca/RecreationPublicUse/BowHabitatStation/documents/BowHabitatMapNo-17AveAccess-Jan-2010.pdf 10:00 – 12:00 CFIAPaul MacIsaacAndrea Osbornhttp://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/anima/aqua/imp/impe.shtml 1. Import controls for aquatic animals under the Health of Animals Regulation a. The amended regulations require anyone who wishes to import a susceptible aquatic animal to obtain a permit. The scope of aquatic animals requiring a permit is limited to those susceptible to the listed diseases that can be introduced or spread in Canada.b. Schedule III, the Susceptible Species List, includes finfish, crustacean and mollusc species. This list of aquatic animal species that are susceptible to the reportable and immediately notifiable diseases will be reviewed regularly to determine whether the science behind the listing has changed.c. Proposed process - Automated Import Reference System (AIRS)d. Importer expectations – information requirements, documentation, etc. e. Discussion of the proposed Import Permit conditions. LUNCH 13:00 – 15:00 POWS- BHShttp://srd.alberta.ca/RecreationPublicUse/BowHabitatStation/Default.aspx 2. Tour of the BHSThe Bow Habitat Station is a unique new facility focused on informing and educating visitors about Alberta’s fish, water and aquatic habitats. Located on the banks of the Bow River it consists of: the Sam Livingston Fish Hatchery (one of the largest indoor trout hatcheries in North America); the Pearce Estate Park Interpretive Wetland (a 14.6-hectare “outdoor classroom” showcasing aquatic habitats common to Alberta); and new interactive exhibits, displays and educational programming. COFFEE 15:30 – 17:00 SRD – FMJim WagnerBev Larson 3. New provincial requirements under the Fisheries (Alberta) Acta. New speciesb. Condition making authorityc. Fish Health Management Plansd. Web-based Application form e. Discussion of the proposed Import Licence conditions.

Thats the problem, they may need a dither fish so they need to protect and not eat.

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Oil will work but does require that you re-oil regularly. Stain and then a finish is usually best, I would recommend using single component polyurethane as the finish it is though and can withstand some water. Definitely do not use lacquer as it does not do well with water as a rule. rk

Absolutely happy to have you come up to our auction and sell your wares anytime. You may kick our a.. on the grid iron but for auctions do rock. AQUARIUM CLUB of EDMONTON fall auction is October 17 usual place and time Rudy ACE

Meeting is at the usual location on September 7 at 7:30 St. Benedict Elementary School 18015-93 Avenue Hope to see everyone there! Rudy

I can get you the conversion which way 320 to 180 or 180 to 320 Let me know. Regards Rudy

Hope to see everyone at this last meeting for the season! Rudy

Would you like to be a part of an organization that has an impact on the aquarium hobby within the Edmonton area? Are you interested in discovering a new way to meet fellow aquarists and learn more about the aquarium hobby,sell at our auctions, help expand the hobby in the Edmonton area? If so, plan to attend the Aquarium Club of Edmonton’s Annual General Meeting at which a new executive will be elected. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 1st at St Benedict Elementary School, 18015-93 Avenue at 7:30 pm. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting Refreshments will be supplied Rudy Aquarium Club of Edmonton

The Aquarium Club of Edmonton is currently looking for a few schools to participate in or Aquariums for Schools Program starting September.Thought this might be a good place to spread the word. “Aquariums for Schools” is a program developed by the Aquarium Club of Edmonton to bring awareness of the aquarium hobby to the younger population. The premise of the program is to provide grade 5 classrooms with a complete aquarium setup for the students to not only learn about aquariums, but to also gain a greater appreciation for the ecosystems that surround us. The program is completely free to the schools that choose to participate and, in addition, the Aquarium Club of Edmonton provides a liaison to each school to assist with problems or questions that may arise. If you are aware of any school that may be interested in placing an aquarium in their grade 5 classroom, please contact Rudy Kern Aquarium Club of Edmonton (780) 438-7911 or just drop me a line at rkern@telusplanet.net or PM me

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