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Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012

Author Guest receives Indspire Award for advocacy

By Amelia Naismith A recent guest to Ponoka’s Diamond Willow Middle School was named a recipient of a 2013 Indspire Award.

Mètis author Jacqueline Guest was one of 14 Indigenous Canadians to receive the award Oct. 16. “It was a big deal. The House of Commons was a fascinating experience.”

Guest was able to meet Speaker Andrew Scheer, who impressed her as a young man holding such an esteemed position.

“It’s (the award) fabulous. It’s recognition about work that’s important to me, and that’s literacy.

The Indspire Awards where formerly called the National Aboriginal Achievement Awards. Inspire Awards have been honouring contributions made by Indigenous people in Canada for 20 years.

Guest has been attending conferences and schools ror several years, encouraging students to read and follow their dreams.

“The reason I spend so much time writing is simple, I want you guys to read,” Guest told Diamond Willow Middle School’s Grade 7 students.

Visiting schools and conferences resulted in Guest mentoring young authors. She felt that any child serious enough about their writing to approach an author should be supported after the conference ended.

Guest tells the authors to email their work to her, she’ll read it over and provide suggestions. “They can take the suggestions and run with them or they can totally ignore them,” said Guest. “It’s their work.”

“Sometimes that’s all it takes for young people, is for them to be validated.”

With her mentoring Guest is giving the authors a different, professional opinion. “They’re able to access

the author. I’m not going to be around forever. We need new authors.”

Guest also holds extensive workshops on the history of Mètis in Canada. “I start with how the Mètis came to be.”

She follows history through the fur trade and concludes with modern Mètis, however, Guest feels anybody, no matter what their ancestral history is Canadian f irst.

Growing up Guest was unaware of her heritage.

Her parents didn’t make a big deal out of the culture so neither did Guest.

But when she started researching the Mètis history she felt she was looking into her own past.

Guest discovered an ancestor, Joseph Tourond, was a middleman in a voyager canoe. She also discovered a pay stub Tourond received from the Hudson Bay Company. “So we’re talking a true voyager.”

However, Guest doesn’t let her heritage define her work as an author or a literacy advocate. “I’m a writer for all children. I believe a good story crosses generations and I believe a good story crosses boundaries.”

Many of Guest’s fictional characters are Indigenous because she thought Canada had a lot of books where the main character had a Caucasian heritage but there weren’t’ many heroes for Indigenous children.

“It also helps to communicate culture to other nationalities,” said Guest.

Guest says writing about the Mètis culture introduces children to a history they may not have known.

“That goes for aboriginal kids too. They might not know their own history.”

“I want all Canadian kids to win.”

Alberta’s other award recipient is Lloyd (Sonny) Flett, for his work and dedication to protecting the environment while working with developing industries.

Author Jacqueline Guest teaches Diamond Willow Middle School Grade 7 students about Mètis culture and the history of the voyager.

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Effective November 1, 2012 TINA KOBI MASSAGE will be closed.

It is with mixed emotions that I am closing my doors, but due to health reasons I am unable to continue in the capacity of a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT).

I would like to take this opportunity to Thank all of the clients who have supported my business over the last five and a half years.

My journey has been blessed with many riches; amazing people, new friendships, an abundance of learning and most importantly, being able to give back to others.

Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012

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Drugs, weapons found in Samson First Nation search

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Maskwacis RCMP and the Community Response Unit, along with Police Dog Services, conducted a search warrant Oct. 18 at 3:45 p.m.

— under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act — on a residence on the Samson First Nation. The search was for drugs and material associated to drug trafficking.

During the search police found 50 grams of crack cocaine wrapped in plastic. Officers also found drug paraphernalia and weapons and ammunition.

Seven charges, including possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking, have been laid on a 19-year-old man from the Samson First Nation.

Dylan Wacey Swampy was arrested and is in custody. He was scheduled to appear in Wetaskiwin provincial court Oct. 23. Charges are pending against a women involved in the investigation.

Assault on girlfriend Police responded to a call of a man and woman screaming at each other Oct. 19 at 3 a.m. in the back alley on the 3900 block of 44 Street. Mounties attended the area and stopped the altercation.

After some investigation police found more than a quarter of a pound of marijuana on the property. The 22-year-old man, formerly from Calgary,

has been charged with assault, uttering threats and possession for purpose of trafficking and has been remanded into custody. The 22-year-old woman from Ponoka was charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking.

Abandoned vehicle Police found an abandoned 2008 Dodge pickup on Range Road 255 and Township Road 423 Oct. 18 at 10 a.m. A check found the vehicle to be stolen from Drayton Valley with many items stolen from other vehicles in Drayton Valley.

Speeder caught A member of the Ponoka Integrated Traffic Unit stopped a driver Oct. 20 at 8 p.m. traveling at 156 km/h on Highway 2. The driver was charged with speeding and failing to provide proof of insurance.

Youth threatened A youth has been charged with assault with a weapon and breach of probation after brandishing a butter knife to another youth. The incident occurred Oct. 16 at 8 p.m. and the youth was restrained by individuals in the home before police arrived.

Gas and dash Mounties are looking for a four-door sedan that drove off with $45 in gasoline Oct. 17 at 5:30 p.m.

The driver drove west on 39 Avenue. No other de-

was a woman driver in the vehicle but the driver did not slow down and the officer was forced to move out of the way.

A little further on the vehicle stopped and officers found one man in the front passenger seat, two men and one woman in the back seat but no one in the driver’s seat.

After some questioning it was determined the woman was driving the vehicle. The 23-year-old woman from Hobbema was charged with impaired, resist/obstruct a peace officer and two counts of breach of probation.

Driver avoids Check Stop A 44-year-old man has been charged with driving while impaired after providing two blood alcohol samples.12 twice on Oct. 20 at 11 p.m. The man saw a Check Stop and turned around before arriving at the officer on Highway 2A and 50 Street.

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Fights downtown Police were called to stop a fight behind a downtown bar Oct. 20 at 2 a.m. Patrons stated there was a man trying to pick fights with individuals in the bar. A 19-year-old man from Ponoka was arrested and placed in police cells.

Sleeping at the wheel Police saw a vehicle parked on Bismark Road Oct. 20 after midnight. Upon arrival at the vehicle a man could be seen asleep over the steering wheel. After waking him up, the man resisted the Mountie and tested with a blood alcohol level of .11 and .10.

A 28-year-old man from Lacombe County has been charged with impaired driving, blowing over the limit, and resist/obstructing a peace officer.

Impaired youth A 16-year-old Ponoka youth has received a 30-day driving suspension and his vehicle was seized for seven days Oct. 20 at 8 a.m. after a breath sample indicated he was intoxicated. His Ford F150 pickup was found parked across the sidewalk with the vehicle running and two men in the cab. His blood alcohol sample tested less than .10.

Woman stops after Check Stop Members of the Ponoka Integrated Traffic Unit were conducting a Check Stop Oct. 20 at 10 p.m. on Baker Road.

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Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012

Findable God

Your Guide To Local Houses of Worship CHURCH DIRECTORY Associated Gospel Churches of Canada

CHURCH OF THE OPEN BIBLE

Pastor Jerry Preheim 3704 - 42 St. Ponoka 403-783-6500 Worship Service 11:00 a.m.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH PONOKA Sr. Pastor Paul Spate 5109 - 57 Ave. Ponoka www.fbcponoka.org 403-783-5533 Bible Discovery Hour 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

NEW COVENANT BAPTIST REFORMED CHURCH

Currently meeting at Ponoka Christian School 6300-50 St. Worship Service Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Everyone Welcome! www.baptistreformedponoka.org

PARKLAND REFORMED CHURCH South on 2A, West on Spruce Road 403-783-1888 Worship Service 10:00 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.

Rev. Mitch Ramkissoon www.parklandurc.org

PONOKA ALLIANCE CHURCH

4215 - 46 St. Pastor Norm Dibben 403-783-3958 Sunday Service 11:00 a.m.

Bowls for Charity. The second annual Empty Bowls fundraiser at the First Baptist Church was held Oct. 17. Members of the Ponoka Potter’s Guild donated their handmade bowls to the fundraiser.

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PONOKA WORD OF LIFE CHURCH Pastor Rob McArthur 403-783-5659

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PONOKA UNITED CHURCH Minister: Beatrix Schirner

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Sunday Service 10:00 am.

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Phone: 403-783-4087

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH PASTOR DAVE BEAUDOIN 6230-57 Ave. Ph. 403-783-6404 Saturdays 9:30 - 12 Noon dsjjb@xplornet.com ponokaadventist.ca

SONRISE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Pastor W. Delleman Worship Service 10:30 a.m. ½ mile south of Centennial Centre for Mental Health & Brain Injury

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ST. AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH Fr. Chris Gnanaprakasam, S.A.C.

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ST. MARY’S ANGLICAN CHURCH Rev. Alexandra Meek-Sharman (on leave) Ven. Michael Sung, Priest in Charge 5120 - 49 Ave. Ponoka 403-783-4329 Sunday Service: Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. www.stmarysanglicanponoka.com

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 5501 - 54 Ave. Ponoka 403-783-4141 Sunday Service: 10:30am Sunday School: 10:30am Interim Pastor Tim Graff

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Over the years, I have been asked by people, “How do I find God?” It seems like a good question, probably one a lot of us have asked from time to time. After thinking about that, I believe even a better question is, “What does God do to find me?” I can say, from experience God goes out Pastor Tom of His way to make His Cnossen presence known.

One of my favorite Hobbema verses in one of my faFellowship Church vorite books is in Romans Member of the Ponoka 1:20 where Paul writes: “For since the creation of Ministerial Association the world God’s invisible qualities – his eternal power and divine nature – have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so men are without excuse.”

My son loves to travel, and being a bit more sophisticated than his father, his travels have taken him to many fine cities of the world, and in those cities, he’s explored museums. He has seen some of the finest works of art in the world, and each of these pieces speaks of the creator behind it. Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa or Rembrandt’s Night Watch are rightfully called masterpieces because they came from inspiration and skill and genius. I am more a man who loves the beauty of the wild places, and it is out there the masterpiece of creation points to an intelligent Creator.

One night I was out on a big lake way too late. I had been hunting moose in unfamiliar territory and I needed to get back home. It was clear, with many stars out. When I think of stars I think of God’s conversation with Job where He says: “Can you bind the beautiful Pleiades? Can you loose the cords of Orion? Do you know the laws of the heavens? Can you set up God’s dominion over the earth?” ( Job 38:31 to 33) Of course the answer to all of these questions is no.

Compared to God we are pretty limited. But we can look to the stars for direction because God in His creative genius placed them in order, right where they are, and called them by name. And that night I safely found my way home, like so many lost sailors for centuries, looking to the skies.

I do not have a hard time believing in God or in the Bible — all of it. I would have a hard time not believing Him or His Word. Jesus calls it truth; literal and practical truth. I have seen too much over the years to ever doubt that there is an all-wise, all powerful, everlasting and ever-loving God out there who is pursuing me — not because I am so valuable or worthy (I’m not) but simply because He has created me in His image and loves me unconditionally. And He’s made a Way for me to find Him, and He tells me that in His Word — truth that is as steady and unmoving as the North Star.

The wonderful thing about the beauty of nature is that it is God’s calling card for those who are seeking Him, and Jesus promises that when we seek Him, He is very, very findable!

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By Amelia Naismith Lacombe Composite High School’s cosmetology and esthetics class is planning a New York field trip for April 2013.

Superintendent Larry Jacobs says the intent of the trip is to get students to realize there’s more to the cosmetology industry than just hair and nails.

“It’s about the whole presentation,” said Jacobs. Hair and nails are a part but it’s also about how to dress and accessorize, and how to blend it all together.

“New York is one of the most powerful centres for that,” said Jacobs.

Students will spend almost a week in New York visiting a variety of salons.

The trip will cost $2,300 per student. However, the school will fundraise to help offset some costs of the trip.

Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012

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Reflections of Ponoka The exciting saga of early Ponoka–area families

By Mike Rainone for the News One of the most enjoyable projects of my retirement years is browsing through history books and photos, as well as chatting with relatives and friends of early families and individuals who settled in our town and rural districts so many decades ago. I have found each have their unique story, full of adventure, joy and sorrow, as well as extreme hardships and challenges. But through each colorful chapter, there were always countless amazing accomplishments Ben and Jenny Fink on the porch of their first country home. that along the way have been a major factor in the ongoing success and 1902, but being a butcher by trade, he decided growth of the community that we so proudly call to purchase the Pioneer Meat Market in the new home.

Town of Ponoka in 1907/08. This necessitated In honour of our heritage, the Ponoka News is living closer to town, so in an April 1909 edition pleased to be able to continue to salute our early of the Ponoka Herald he offered his quarter secpioneers and milestones each week on our Reflec- tion for sale at $10 an acre and then went out and tions and Remember When feature page. bought the Kennedy part of N.W. of the 6th. Fritz One of Ponoka’s first, always jovial butchers. erected his abattoir just west of a steep hill, where Fritz Bachor arrived in the United States from he later added a smokehouse and other buildings.

Germany in 1893 and then three years later em- He quickly became known as a determined man barked upon a gruelling journey on horseback into who always built everything for strength and duthe rugged Northwest Territories of Canada. Upon rability and his extreme skills were prominently returning to Red Deer, Bachor discovered that it featured in his palatial country home. The history had been such a dry year in the area that the Battle books tell us that Bachor once built a trailer so seRivers and others were only a mere trickle and curely that it could not be moved and in later years there were cracks in the ground wide enough for a new owners found it nearly impossible to dismanman to put his arm in. tle or move his masterpieces of wood and brick.

He would work in various jobs, eventually Mr. and Mrs. Bachor were widely known as taking a homestead in the Reo School District in energetic workers as well as happy and cheerful

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The Ponoka Volunteer Fire Department has been faithfully serving our community since we became a town in 1904. When the school bell rang early one Sunday morning in March 1905 the crew shown here with a horse drawn pumper, ladder and hose carts responded to one of our town’s most destructive fires. Most of the buildings going south along Railway Street were quickly destroyed, including a hardware store, bowling alley, livery stable, restaurant, lawyer’s office and the Bank of Commerce office, leaving only the Royal Hotel standing on the corner.

Mr. and Mrs. Fritz Bachor in their popular 50th Street butcher shop in 1921. neighbours, who were often seen driving their horses and van to the shop in town or dawning their buffalo coats in the winter and going for visits with their horse and cutter. The Bachors’ fine store in Ponoka was always full of the finest meat and many other products and would serve a growing list of customers from town and districts until 1940. They sold the farm in 1948, and then moved into their fine new home on Fisher’s Hill. Fritz Bachor’s longstanding golden rule: “Never entertain the thought of defeat, because with all your determination, you must always say to yourself, I can and I will!”

Ben and Jennie Fink Ben Fink was born in Oregon in 1878, grew up in Wisconsin, then later taught school and worked in a store in Montana. In the early spring of 1911 he purchased 724 acres just north of Menaik, then went to work and bached with his hired man, surviving mostly on the fine bread and goodies baked by the neighbourly Mrs. Charles Park Sr. Ben’s fiancée, Jennie Fountain, a schoolteacher from Paradise, Mont. arrived in June and they were married on June 27, 1911 at the Ponoka Catholic Church. Jennie had made her first trip to Alberta with her family by covered wagon to Wetaskiwin in 1896 but returned to Idaho a year later. At first there was no house for the newlyweds so they had to live in tents until the summer when Ben’s father, Joseph, and Jennie’s uncle, Jim McLeod, came up from the United States to settle and help them build their first home. Vivid memories told of the first framework of the home being totally flattened when two hailstorms met head on.

Over those long but happy years of hard work and dedication, 10 children were born into this union: Helen, Katherine, James, Mary, Bernard, Roger, Rita, Jean, Gerald and Josephine. Helen, Katherine and Jim initially rode their horse, Cricket, to school at Arbor Park but other country schools were later established in the area for all the children to attend. The initial farming operations of the Finks’ 724 acres and McLeod’s 240-acre spread was an ardous task, requiring many men, as well as 27 horses working together for clearing, planting, harvest and other year-round tasks. Their first tractor was acquired in 1920, and many of the Fink family’s hired hands looked forward to returning to work for them for many seasons, including a Russian count by the name of Alex Kazimbek, who also dressed in white to play classical music on the piano or to entertain the folks from the district by reading their minds.

On many occasions around that busy and happy homestead there would be 17 regulars for dinner, as well as 25 visitors from near and far staying overnight. Ben, his wife and family also loved to raise and tend to his Holstein cattle, Percheron horses, Yorkshire pigs, Suffield sheep, chickens and turkeys.

Ben and Jennie and their children were always very active in the social affairs in Arbor Park, enjoying taking part in plays, socials, card parties, picnics, and dances, as well as belonging to local clubs, attending the Catholic Parish, and of course in many happy hours of baseball, hockey, swimming or skating on the Battle River. In the spring of 1932 the family moved to the Joseph Fink farm in the Hazel Hill district, where the rest of the busy family history unfolded, and of course the many generations have continued to thrive and carry on the keen family spirit and traditions to the present day and long into the future.

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Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012

Opinion Our Small businesses will drive growth in Ponoka Every week should be Small Business Week.

The growth of Ponoka’s economy doesn’t just happen — it’s driven by small businesses and their patrons who have an incredible influence on success. From restaurants to car washes and your hometown newspaper, small businesses have a huge economic impact on our communities.

Today is certainly a period of opportunity and crisis for small businesses in Alberta. It takes a lot of courage to be in business.

Economies are growing and creating huge emerging markets. Businesses are setting their sights on the enormous potential of these expanding new economies. To survive and thrive, our small town entrepreneurs need to be part of this movement by taking advantage of the tremendous opportunities arising in a world without boundaries. Even as some small businesses are laying off workers, there are still lots of job openings to take up the slack.

Certainly the entrepreneurial spirit of these business owners is inspiring: they have an idea, a business plan and the drive to see their dream come true. With their ideas they are making our communities better places to live and work. They make our communities stand out from the cookie cutter power centres that assault the scenery on your trips to the Big City.

Shopping locally recycles your paycheque through the community. Local

small businesses use local suppliers, pay rent to local landlords, advertise in community newspapers, and open accounts in our banks and credit unions to pay their bills George Brown and employees.

Off the Record A vibrant downtown must be a central part of planning Ponoka’s economic future. Ponoka’s planners, facing a new set of growth challenges, must be reminded that there are a number of economic, social and environmental benefits to strengthening local businesses. We are facing the challenge of preserving historic small town values without stifling economic growth. We need to retain our communities’ character and values while at the same time providing and nurturing new economic opportunities.

A dozen small businesses, offering a multitude of product and service choices, will do more for the community and competitive pricing than a couple of big box stores giving us the same product at “bargain” prices.

We need prosperous small businesses in our local economies. Without them, we lose our power to influence the decisions that af-

fect our community.

On a personal note: Congratulations to my old drinking and fishing buddy, Randy Bertrand, recently retired as the Town of Devon’s manager of economic development.

The Alberta Tourism Awards Committee has given him the 2012 Alto Ambassador Award for his outstanding contributions to Alberta’s tourism industry. Randy was an inspiration to many of us on the economic

development board and chamber of commerce in Devon. He is known throughout Alberta as a leader and true ambassador of tourism. His vision and dedication has contributed to tourism becoming the largest economic driver in Devon, which now welcomes more than 750,000 visitors annually.

His successes are proof this economic development mumbo jumbo actually works.

Remembering the other Cuban missile crisis 50 years on This month is the 50th anniversary of the Cuban Missile Crisis (Oct. 16 to 28, 1962), so we’re going to hear a great deal about the weeks when the world almost died. But the past is a foreign country, a place where everything was in black and white and men still wore hats, so it’s just scary stories about a long-gone time. Or so it seems.

The outlines of the tale are well known.

Soviet Premier Khrushchev moved Soviet nuclear missiles to Cuba in October 1962, to deter the United States from attacking the island — but from Cuba the Soviet missiles would be only five minutes away from their targets in the United States. That was intolerable to the US military, and on Oct. 22 President John Kennedy went on television and warned the American public of the risk of nuclear war.

He then declared a naval blockade of Cuba, saying that he would stop Soviet ships carrying further missiles from reaching Cuba by force if necessary. That would

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mean war, almost certainly nuclear war, but at least the blockade gave the Russians time to think.

The Soviet leaders were now terrified by the potential consequences of their own actions, and looking for a way out of the crisis. So after a few harrowing days a deal was done in which the Soviet SS-4 missiles would be withdrawn from Cuba in return for a public promise by the United States not to invade Cuba. The crisis was officially over by Oct. 28.

There is something missing from this narrative, however. The crisis did not really end on Oct. 28. A new book by Sergo Mikoyan, The Soviet Cuban Missile Crisis: Castro, Mikoyan, Kennedy, Khrushchev, and the Missiles of November, reveals that it extended all the way through November.

US intelligence was unaware that along with the SS-4s, the Soviet Union sent more than 100 shorter-range “tactical” nuclear missiles to Cuba. Fidel Castro was in a rage about having been abandoned by his Soviet allies, so to mollify him Khrushchev decided to let him keep the tactical missiles.

But giving Fidel Castro a hundred nuclear weapons was a recipe for a new and even bigger crisis in a year or two, and Khrushchev’s deputy, Anastas Mikoyan, who was sent to Cuba to tell Castro the news, quickly realized that it was madness.

The second half of the crisis, invisible to the Americans, was a month-long struggle

by Mikoyan to pry Castro’s fingers off the hundred tactical nuclear missiles. In the end, he only succeeded by telling Castro that an unpublished (and in fact non-existent) law forbade the transfer of Soviet nuclear weapons to a foreign country. In December, they were finally crated up and sent home.

So it all ended happily — but the whole

world could have ended instead. As Robert McNamara, Kennedy’s defence secretary in 1962, said 40 years later, “we were just plain lucky in October 1962 — and without that luck most of you would never have been born because the world would have been destroyed instantly or made unlivable in October 1962.”

Then he said the bit that applies to us: “Something like that could happen today, tomorrow, next year. It will happen at some point. That is why we must abolish nuclear weapons as soon as possible.”

They are still there, you know, and human beings still make mistakes.

Gwynne Dyer is a London-based independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries. Please let us know if you would like to see this column published regularly in the Ponoka News.

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English a challenge for some Dear Editor: I’m been working with an immigrant family, a father, a mother and two daughters, for whom English is not their first language. I would say the whole family is struggling with basic English, except interestingly, a pre-kindergarten daughter who has soaked up English this last year.

About two years ago the father of the family was injured in a work-related accident, and except for a few weeks of a trial work placement, has not worked for two years. Though documents were filed to receive workers’ compensation for this accident, financial compensation, as a result of this accident, has recently stopped.

Being an immigrant to this country, understanding the compensation process, its expectations, negotiating the paperwork and the legal and formal language of required documents, while struggling with English, is a daunting task.

Incredibly, the family has kept its cool and fortunately a process is under-

way to review this worker’s situation.

And yet I wonder how many temporary and immigrant workers struggle in similar situations. Even if English is your first language, there are times when significant issues do arise for workers after a work-related injury. I understand the Workers’ Compensation Board was originally created to bypass the adversarial court system that would involve both time and money. In this instance, with an excellent and empathetic translator, free legal consultation from two legal clinics, supportive intervention from an MLA and a responsive WCB case manager, things seems to be on track for a speedy resolution.

We owe a lot to Canadian, immigrant and temporary workers who are often out of sight and never in the spotlight and yet are the backbone of this province’s burgeoning economy. They are the hidden heroes who help us prosper.

George Jason

Be kind to animals during winter Dear Editor: Having had our warning of the wintry weather to come, it is time to prepare for the pets. Please don’t leave them outside for extended periods of time, especially at night.

If they have lost their appeal and become a burden, then please don’t abandon them to try to survive on their own but be responsible and caring and take them to a vet or SPCA to be euthanize; it’s kinder than them starving or freezing to death.

Don’t assume some kind soul will take them in. These are precious lives and de-

serve better.

How many times have you seen a poor, thin, bedraggled cat huddled under a vehicle to keep warm or a lost dog running frantically through the streets looking for its owner who has dumped it off. Just another stray. Unfortunately, having been a lifelong member of the SPCA and Humane Society, I have seen this many times.

Most people are kind, thank goodness.

Prudence Mason

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The Town of Ponoka offers FREE event listings in our online Community Events Calendar.

We want to know about the sports events, organizational functions and activites that are happening in the community. Most of all, we want to help YOU promote them! Please provide information via phone: 403-783-4431 or email: town@ponoka.org.

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- Feeling a little chilly as the fall days slowly become winter? Move all furniture at least 30 cm away from heaters and registers. This ensures heat is flowing more efficiently so you shouldn’t have to keep your thermostat quite so high.

- Have you had your furnace or heating system checked? We are now in the heating season, so it’s important you have your furnace or heating system serviced to ensure it is running safely and efficiently.

EVENTS AND RECREATION Family Open House!

The Boys and Girls Clubs of Wolf Creek invite you to attend our Family Open House, Tuesday, November 6, 2012 from 6-8pm at the Ponoka Youth centre. This is your chance to enjoy some time with your family and see what happens at the Boys & Girls Club of Wolf Creek! Meet our qualified staff and experience some of the awesome programs we have to offer youth in grades 1-12!

3rd Annual Ponoka Scoutacular Haunted House

The 1st Ponoka Scouts are having a Haunted House at the Scout Hall on October 27 - 30 from 6 – 9 pm and October 31 from 5 -7pm for young youth and 7-9 pm for regular haunting! Admission is $1 and a donation to the Ponoka Food Bank.

Tips for a Safe Halloween A plan for trick-or-treating can help to avoid any safety hazards and can help to make sure your kids follow the rules, including: planning a safe area to trick-or-treat; staying in the group they started with and walking to each house together; only going to house that has a light on; walking on the sidewalk and not cutting across lawns, alleys, etc.; crossing streets at crosswalks; and not entering a house without supervision.

Aquaplex Update: ATB Financial would like to thank associates who volunteered to help with the FCSS fall yard cleanup on Thursday Oct 4. It is great that FCSS puts such a wonderful program together in the community to help residents where needed to make Ponoka a better place to live and work. All of the volunteers who helped out got as much back as they gave from the appreciative homeowners. Shown in the picture “helping out” are ATB Associates Kinsey Tonneson, Kristen Van Maarion, Linda Riguidel & Marvin Beier.

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Recreation Facilities Schedule is On-line Check it out at www.ponoka.ca and click on ‘Recreation in Ponoka.’

Did You Know….?

All businesses operating within town limits must have a valid Town of Ponoka business license.

If you are planning on opening a new business, or have changes to make to your existing business, please contact the Town of Ponoka’s Development Department at 403-783-0119.

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“Listen! The wind is rising, and the air is wild with leaves, we have had our summer evenings, now for October eves!” ~ Humbert Wolfe

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Foster parents unsung heroes Reader seeks information Dear Editor: On behalf of the Central Alberta Child and Family Services Authority Board, we would like to celebrate the foster parents and caregivers who provide care to children and youth in Central Alberta.

These unsung heroes are among us, in our communities. They commit themselves to providing the day-to-day care for children and youth who have faced challenges. They assist young Albertans with open hearts and open homes.

We’d like to invite central Albertans to join us in recognizing foster parents during National Foster Family Week.

It is important to mention that more foster parents are needed in central Alberta communities to

care for children and youth in foster care. There is an application process to become a foster parent that involves training, security checks and a home study. Central Albertans who may be interested are encouraged to contact the caregiver recruiter toll free by dialing 310-0000, and then dialing 403-755-6104, to explore the possibilities of becoming a foster parent. Another great resource is the Alberta Foster Parent Association (AFPA).

The AFPA web site URL is www.afpaonline.com.

Please join us in recognizing foster parents and caregivers in central Alberta. Our heartfelt thanks go to you during National Foster Family Week.

Christine Moore and Jason Sansregret, Central Alberta Child and Family Services Authority board co-chairs

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Dear Editor: Sheila Jacobsen made a splendid defence the beaver in a recent letter to the editor but unfortunately it will have no effect on Town of Ponoka policy.

I have spoken to town representatives in the past and they seem incapable of seeing how these animals are part of nature and main-

tain a reasonable water level for the good of all the resident creatures.

There may well be times when their numbers need controlling but to remove their dam causes the rebuilding frenzy she described at the expense of an evershrinking tree supply.

I suppose in the grand scheme of things

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Gord Gramlick

Poker rally raises funds Dear Editor: Scott School held its semi-annual poker rally recently with many riders enjoying the beautiful scenery around Chain Lakes.

The event was successful with 25 per cent of profits going to the Central Alberta Cancer Centre. We couldn’t have done it without the volunteers, landowners, participants and business sponsors.

The next poker rally is May. 5 Linda Cunnington, for the Scott School community

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Modular classes requested for bursting Blackfalds school

By Amelia Naismith Iron Ridge Elementary School in Blackfalds has reached its capacity and with limited options, the Wolf Creek Public School trustees have requested two new modular classrooms for the school, although they know it won’t be enough.

Secretary-treasurer Joe Henderson says Blackfalds is seeing an increase of students entering the school in younger grades and an increased student retention rate.

This year the school had an increase of about 50 students, said superintendent Larry Jacobs. “It’s going to start to take on some really big numbers in the next couple of years.”

Jacobs says a long-term goal is to have four modulars attached to the elementary school as well as build a new elementary school. However, he knows requesting four this year is an unrealistic plan.

The province told school boards only 40 modulars where being made this year.

In recent years between 200 and 300 where prepared, so the announcement came as a shock to Jacobs.

Jacobs believes even 100 would be too few. “Forty is just not going to go anywhere.

I could use four modulars now but demands around the province will swallow those up very quickly.”

Jacobs said Minister of Education Jeff Johnson announced to superintendents and board chairs across the province that schools wanting modulars should purchase them themselves using reserves. “There’s a perception that anytime a school has reserves it’s seen as surplus dollars.”

With Alberta’s 70/50 proposal, 70 modernizations and 50 new schools, Jacobs believes the province should see how 40 modulars wouldn’t be enough. With the 70/50 proposal you can sense the province is

growing, said Jacobs.

“We where led to believe that we would hear announcements regarding the proposal very quickly.” However, Jacobs says announcements could now take anywhere from 18 to 24 months.

“That can be very problematic for schools like us,” he said. Jacobs believes with such long wait times schools are going to find short-term planning difficult.

Based on a census taken in Blackfalds, there are approximately 300 three-to-five year-olds who will enter school within the next couple of years. “That essentially speaks to a new school. Ideally I’d like to see a new school in the next two to three years,” said Jacobs.

He believes there will be a new school within the next five years but that’s too long for the school to hold out in the situation it faces. “We’re revamping the utilization of the elementary school.”

The school has opened up previously enclosed areas for more teaching space and is taking rooms that normally only have one purpose, such as a computer lab or music room and turning them into full-time classrooms.

The modulars requested will probably sit on the west side of the school, where modulars sat seven or eight years ago. However, they where removed when the junior high school opened.

Built right into the school, the modulars will become permanent structures of the elementary school.

The board has requested dry models; no bathrooms.

“They can run anywhere from $250,000 up, per modular,” said Jacobs.

As a last resort the elementary school may be given the old modulars from Lacombe’s junior high school. “If we’re in desperate straits we may have to take one of those.”

However, Jacobs has several concerns with that plan. Taking the modulars will reduce available space in Lacombe. He also believes Alberta Infrastructure may see moving the modulars to elementary school as a solution.

The modulars in Lacombe are also so old there is a chance they might not survive a trip to Blackfalds, said Jacobs. They’ve sat in Lacombe for approximately 20 years.

“My understanding is they had some lifespan before coming to our school division.” Jacobs says modulars aren’t structurally designed to be in use that long.

“The bottom line is Blackfalds is a high growth area that we need assistance with,” said Henderson.

“We have a critical need for the space there.”

Four modulars is the optimal option for Blackfalds.

But with the cutback in modulars being produced and Blackfalds not being the only school in the division needing modulars within the next couple of years, the board’s options are limited.

Terrace Ridge in Lacombe is a fairly new school built for developing subdivisions but with the area expanding as quickly as it has, it too will soon need modulars.

One of the challenges school boards face is the apparent short-sightedness of the province when it comes to constructing schools. Jacobs believes a portion of the problem is the province building schools based only on current needs. “They don’t necessarily think outside the box for up to five to 10 years.”

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Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012

Trick-or-treaters have a spooky but safe Halloween What do you call an empty hot dog? A Hollow-weenie!

All kidding aside, even though I don’t do any trick-or-treating any more, I have always enjoyed just browsing through the wild and weird new costumes in the stores, as well as watching the youngsters get so excited on Oct. 31 before they venture out on this most spooky evening in search of a big bag full of goodies. Throughout their eerie journey they will most certainly try to avoid encounters with the supernatural ghosties, witches and goblins who also howl and invade on this eerie night — also hoping not too many neighbours insist they sing for their treats.

I don’t really know how long it has been since all of you did the Halloween night adventure, or how much it has really changed over the years,

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Another real good but messy time about Halloween was helping to carve that big pumpkin into a scary or happy face, then carefully sticking the candle in the bottom, then placing it in the window or on the front step where it will flicker in the wind and scare everyone who dares to come calling at your haunted abode!

Remember when we were either too young to go out on Oct. 31, or old enough to think it wasn’t cool anymore, we likely had to stay home and hand out the treats, under the strict instructions of two to each caller — and absolutely no nibbling.

My first memory of going out on Halloween night was having to get dressed up in four layers of clothes before pulling a sheet with eyeholes over the top, or trying to look like Superman in a suit that was way too big for little old me. In those early days we had to prowl around the neighborhood in groups or with our parents but were allowed to politely gather (and say thanks) for as many sweet treats as our pillowcase could hold, as long as we were back home in bed by 8 p.m. While out and about, most of the little guys loved to tease the girls, who were usually dressed as angels, wicked witches or movie starlets. Many of you from the late 1940s and ’50s will also recall that on Halloween night we were asked to collect pennies in our UNICEF boxes that went to support needy children in other countries.

Of course there have always been a few tricks to go along with the treats later on that hallowed evening but most of the pranks, like soap on the windows, the occasional egging, decorating with rolls of toilet paper

and even tipping over the odd outhouse were usually quite harmless.

On the other hand, there were always those late night tricks that could and have resulted in damage to property or endanged others, and these would be considered a crime, and should be reported to the RCMP. I fondly remember when we grew out of the trick-or-treat stage, we often dressed up and joined in on the Halloween fun at a local tavern or private party.

Great fun but please have a designated driver for your broom.

I guess when we became parents we also fussed over our excited little pranksters on Halloween night?

Before you send them out in their fabulous store bought, homemade, or hand-me-down costumes, please make sure they are dressed warmly, are able to see well on that dark night, have a flashlight, and go with a buddy, who just might have a cellphone.

It is also a good idea to not sample any of the goodies in your bag until you get home and your parents have had a chance to check them out.

It is also great that many clubs, businesses and organizations have hosted Halloween parties that are a good opportunity to have some weird, wild, and warm fun on a frigid winter night. For those who are unable to hand out treats this Halloween or will not be home, leave your porch lights off, and if you are out and about, please drive carefully.

Whatever the case, our fearless weather prognosticators are telling us that this Halloween night, Wednesday, Oct. 31, will ring in at five degrees C, so get them ready, buy lots of low-calorie treats, and have a great week, all of you!

Halloween safety tips Every year children anxiously count down the days until they are able to put on their costumes and head out into the neighborhood in search of candy. Although Halloween is meant to be a fun occasion for the young and the old alike, it can also be unsafe.

To make Halloween a safe holiday, children and adults can heed these suggestions.

• Wear comfortable, sturdy shoes.

Although kids might want to wear shoes that match the costume, shoes that fit well and are comfortable are a safer bet. This will help prevent tripping and falling over cumbersome shoes.

• Go trick-or-treating in groups.

Children should not be allowed to go out in search of candy alone. Going in a group means that someone can get help if need be. Also, there is safety in numbers. Predators won’t view a child as an easy target if he or she is with fellow trick-or-treaters.

• Be visible. Since daylight saving time begins shortly after Halloween, there are fewer hours of daylight for trick-or-treating. When Halloween falls on a weekday, children have

to wait until after school to venture out, and it can quickly become dark.

Therefore, make sure that children are equipped with flashlights and put reflective tape on their costumes so they will be more visible to fellow pedestrians and motorists.

• Stick to the sidewalks. Children should stay on sidewalks and cross the street only at established crosswalks.

• Do not enter homes. Unless a child is with an adult and the home is owned by a trusted friend, kids should not enter homes for treats.

• Avoid candles and jack-o-lanterns. A costume can easily catch on fire, so it is best to steer clear of candles, luminaries and lit pumpkins.

• Accessorize safely. Select flexible swords and knives if they are accompanying a costume. Avoid rigid items that can cause injuries.

• Examine all candy before eating.

Before kids have their first bite, parents should inspect candy wrappers to determine if there has been any tampering. Also, avoid homemade treats from homes unless you know the people who prepared the items.

Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012

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SMALL BUSINESS WEEK

Ponoka 2012 Ponoka’s Business Community employs thousands of local residents; supports dozens of local charities, sports teams and organizations; provides local residents with essential products and services and allows for growth and prosperity for the entire community.

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Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT HELPING BUSINESSES PONOKA REDDI MART

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye A recent meeting with a strategy consulting firm has given Ponoka’s economic development board new focus.

The change is mainly in its charge from an advisory board to a working board, explained chairman Marvin Beier.

Some of the changes are still being discussed but the group has several strategic goals in its new plan: • Create an infrastructure capable of implementing economic development plans.

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Ponoka Reddi Mart has been in business for 30 years and truly appreciates the patronage of the local customers as well as visitors to the community.

Their complete line of products includes a wide selection of groceries, confectionary, sandwiches to go, fireworks and something new offered in the last couple of years is gluten free products. Savings can be had at the pumps with the Fas Gas Plus self serve gas that includes a 3 cent per litre discount with every 20 litre or more purchase.

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• Engage stakeholders.

• Create a healthy economic environment.

• Attract investment.

• Retain and expand existing business.

• Recruit, retain and develop a skilled workforce.

• Promote Ponoka as a destination.

• Build on existing medical assets.

The goal is for members to create subcommittees from the plans and find a way to develop those goals. Although still in the formation stage, Beier looks forward to the board being able to implement its plans.

One of the actions by the board involves the committee conducting a survey of users of Ponoka’s recreation buildings.

“To see how do they feel about the facilities that we now have…As a user what would they like to see done differently,” explained Beier. “The intent was to do an assessment of our rec facilities and see if they are meeting our needs.”

Beier believes the information from the survey will help the board see what is missing but also help them plan for the future. “We would like to start planning for that now…

We would like to see more long range capital planning for rec facilities.”

The volunteer board meets once a month to strategize.

Beier feels town councillors take the board seriously, especially when it comes to decisions based on the board’s recommendation.

“I can’t say enough about the support council has given to the economic development board.”

With less than 10 members, Beier also feels the mix of businesspeople and town and county residents helps open up communication as well as lend support to associations needing help. That can come in the form of a letter of support, which they considered when the Ponoka Composite High School was seeking funds to expand.

Another benefit of the economic development board is the opportunity to work closely with town councillors and open up communication, he explained.

Chamber works with members Another group in Ponoka working with businesses is the Ponoka and District Chamber of Commerce. President Greg Braat said the chamber works to give its members a mix of education and exposure. “We’ve had quite a few educational sessions.”

The most recent was a session with a hiring consultant to give businesses tools they can use. Advertising those sessions brought businesses from other municipalities as well.

“We had businesspeople there who have one direct report anywhere up to 30,” said Braat.

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The Ponoka News is dedicated to the promotion Back – Trevor, Mel, Terry Front – Mellisa, Shayla, Karen Missing – Glenda, Charlene, Kathy, Deanna

The Jones Boys Saddlery & Western Wear originated in 1975 and in 2010, they opened their new location on Hwy 2A South Ponoka.

Terry and his son Trevor manage the state of the art western store. Their knowledgeable and dedicated staff of 10; made up of part-time and full time employees live the western lifestyle and are available to assist whether buying western wear, saddlery and tack, dog food or cat food, cowboy boots, cowboy hats as well as horse feed and shavings.

They have expanded their business into livestock handling equipment, Two-W panels and gates as well as Priefert roping equipment. They have also moved into a full line of Carhartt work wear and steel toe work boots.

Terry and the staff would like to thank their loyal clientele for their patronage over the past 37 years and look forward to serving you in the future.

4209 Hwy. 2A Ponoka 403-783-3831 www.jonesboyswesternwear.com

of Ponoka

...and a large part of that commitment is ensuring our citizens are aware of local business and all that it offers.

The Small Business section in this issue in addition to heralding small business, gives our clients an opportunity to tell their inside story.

The leading force driving our economy, small business also plays a major role in what defines us as a community.

We hope you enjoy this section and discover even more reasons to continue to support small business and your community.

JOIN US IN CONGRATULATING AND SALUTING OUR BUSINESS COMMUNITY.

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Town works to promote Ponoka

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Empty stores, a slow growing population and limited shopping. These are some of the issues Sarah Olson, economic development officer (EDO) for the Town of Ponoka, deals with.

She discusses her role and how the town works with businesses to help drive development in Ponoka. “The goal of economic development is new business development as well as business retention and expansion of current businesses.”

Much of that is done by working closely with current businesses in the community, she explained. She feels the role the Town of Ponoka can play has several facets; approaching prospective businesses and ensuring services are available, finding gaps in the community residents would like to see, and bringing like-minded groups together.

“For example we do have an opportunities page on our website that identifies a few different things. For example we need a shoe store or different types of retail development,” she explained. “I feel economic development is a connector.”

She meets with real estate agents around the province who do business in the area to keep them updated on some of the changes happening to Ponoka. “Specifically because it helps their business.”

A business directory on the town website is another way the town is promoting businesses. She advises those who want to promote their business to contact her to ensure the correct address, a profile picture and description is on the site.

“It’s a free tool for our businesses,” she said.

There are two changes in Ponoka Olson looks forward to, one is the construction of the Western Budget motel as well as some businesses taking the initiative to promote themselves.

Continued on page 23

The Pharmacists: Jamil Rawji, Courtney Walkey, Dwayne Waknuk

Economic development officer Sarah Olson shows off the Keep it Real bags the town has purchased for potential welcome bags or other uses.

October 2001 saw a small dispensary open focusing on prescriptions and over the counter medications. It offered a unique concept without the traditional pharmacy front store.

Jamil Rawji, owner, was the only pharmacist and his wife, Katrina and his father, Jimmy helped out in the store. Over the next few years new staff members came on board including pharmacist Dwayne Waknuk.

With growth comes movement and in 2006 they relocated to their current location in Ponoka Town Centre. There are now ten full and part time employees.

In 2010 Courtney Walkey, Pharmacist, joined the Pharmacy and is now authorized to inject immunizations.

In 2011 Ponoka Professional Pharmacy was awarded Medium Business of the Year award by the Ponoka Chamber of Commerce.

Some of the services provided are free in town delivery, blister packaging, 10% Seniors Discount everyday, leather couches in the non-traditional waiting area with a water feature and coffee corner and of course the Drug Bug Delivery vehicle (VW Beetle).

#20, 5011 - 48 Avenue • Ph: 403-783-7333

Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

WILL’S WELDING

All Your Vehicle Needs Starting out in 1985 with one truck and working out of his home Will Dillen has expanded Will’s Welding to 15 employees with a commercial shop in Ponoka’s Industrial Park.

They have been in their current location since 1986. In 1994 they started renting farm equipment through Flaman Rentals. Over the years they have become a retail outlet for nuts and bolts, trailer supplies, steel supplies and welding supplies.

They service both the farming and commercial industries, from Calgary to Fort McMurray and places in between.

In 2006 they opened a new fabrication shop. In 2007 they incorporated their own line of equipment including chain & shear harrows up to 30 feet, land rollers with or without shear bar, up to 16 feet (for mole, gopher & badger mounds). These are built under “Wilpac Industries Ltd.” Will’s Welding supports many sports groups including Ponoka Jr. “B” hockey, minor hockey, and figure skating. Other community groups include Ponoka Youth Center, Ponoka Ag Society and the Ponoka Stampede to name a few more.

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Members work together CENTRAL OFFICE C SUPPLIES LTD. Vehicle Graphics Building Signs Vinyl Window Signs Wide Format Vinyl Printing Banners Business Cards Invoice Books Posters Photo Copying Faxing Embroidery/Heat Transfers, Team and Corporate Wear, Sports Uniforms, T-Shirts, Hats, Hoodies, FR Coveralls Chipman Ave, Ponoka 403-783-8274

In 1994 Garry Miller took over Central Office Supplies Ltd., which was located in the building that now houses Flowers for You. A move in 1996 saw Central Office Supplies to its current location on Chipman Avenue. The move allowed for expansion and the ability to offer a full line of office supply supplies and equipment.

Currently a customer can have faxing, photocopying, color copying and laminating done. Any type of printing, whether cheques, invoices or business cards, to name a few, can also be done through Central Office Supplies.

Customers can now order online plus get their order shipped directly to them. This service enables customers to receive items faster.

In 2004 there was an opportunity to take over an existing office supply business in Wetaskiwin. Garry took on the challenge and currently there are two full time staff operating the store.

Miller has been a member of the Ponoka Chamber of Commerce since opening his business. In addition he has been a strong supporter of various organizations in town.

5026 50 Ave • 403-783-2299 www.centralofficesupplies.com

Continued from page 12 Every month the chamber has a general meeting and they try to bring in a guest speaker as well as have a member present what they call an infomercial to its members.

“This is kind of the opposite end where we’re not promoting our businesses but supporting our businesses,” he stated.

With the chamber business awards banquet planned for Oct. 26, Braat feels it is another way for the chamber to work with its members.

“You’re being selected by Greg Braat, Ponoka and your peers,” he said.

District Chamber of ComThe chamber president merce president said the discussed why he feels public voting works for the Customer chamber’s goal is a supService Person Award, but not portive role to its members.

Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye as well for the other categories.

“There’s a place for it but not for the awards we have.”

His concern is over the possibility a business might campaign to garner votes from the public but with a vote among peers the chances of campaigning are less considering a member gets only one vote.

Despite a decline in attendance at the last trade fair, the chamber generally has several thousand people come to its event. “One of the reasons it’s popular is that we turn it into an event.”

Local groups present at the trade fair such as singers from the Ponoka Elementary School and the gymnastics club, which he feels is another draw.

Braat hopes to the chamber will see more new businesses as well as a “vibrant downtown.” And those who have a vested interest in growth he would enjoy seeing some longevity to their business.

Braat praised Sarah Olson, economic development officer for the town for her involvement as well. “She’s always coming up with ideas.”

Sommer Home Hardware Building Centre is located in Ponoka, Alberta in the southwest industrial park.

After 4 major expansions to serve our customers better, we now have over 19,000 square feet of retail area with a large well stocked lumber yard.

John Deere has had a longstanding presence in the Ponoka area under different ownerships structures. Agro was formed in 2002, when the ownership of Westdeer Implements Ltd. (Ponoka), Guards Implements (Trochu), Agrotec (Stettler & Coronation), and Agro (Calgary) merged operations and formed Cervus LP., now known as Cervus Equipment Corporation.

Today, Cervus Equipment Corporation is a publicly traded company on the TSX under the symbol CVL and is comprised of two divisions; Cervus AG Equipment and Cervus Contractors Equipment. With over 40

locations & partnerships in Western Canada, New Zealand and Australia representing the brands of John Deere Agriculture, Bobcat, JCB, Nissan, Selleck, and Doosan, material handling and Peterbilt trucks Cervus is currently the biggest John Deere dealer group in Canada.

While part of a large corporation, Agro Ponoka is still managed locally as are all Cervus dealerships. We’d like to take the opportunity to recognize our employees as our biggest asset and know that they’re fundamental to our success.

SERVING CENTRAL ALBERTA AS SUPPLIER OF QUALITY BUILDING MATERIALS FOR RESIDENTIAL, FARM AND COMMERCIAL BUILDING PROJECTS WITH FRIENDLY SERVICE AND COMPETITIVE PRICING • Quality lumber & building materials • Roofing & metal cladding & siding • Insulation & drywall board & supplies • Concrete products – stucco, cement supplies & rebar

• Landscaping blocks, retaining walls & pavers • Millwork – interior doors & mouldings • Paint & sundries – Beauti-Tone & Benjamin Moore • Flooring – laminate, hardwoods, ceramics & carpet • Windows & exterior doors • Engineered joist & roof trusses • Tools & hardware • House wares & cleaning supplies • Lighting & electrical • Plumbing & heating • Cabinets & vanities • Pet food & supplies • Basic automotive & RV supplies • Special orders Locally Owned & Operated Sommer Home Hardware Building Centre has also evolved to one of Ponoka’s best shopping locations. Our wide selection products will entice you to look in our many departments.

Come see what we are all about and let our friendly staff help with your needs!!!!

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Behind the scenes at Cilantro and Chive

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Providing Service Excellence in: • Residential • Acreage • Farm • Commercial Whether you are Buying or Selling!

View Virtual Tours of our properties at www.ponokaproperties.com

Owner Reiley Kay gets things hot in the kitchen of his restaurant. He has been in Ponoka since Feb. 10 and business is “really good. Far beyond what we expected.” He has a new menu coming up and some local suppliers added to his list.

403-783-5007 #2, 6000 - 48 Ave

Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

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In the summer of 2011 Family Meats moved from a 1500 sq ft to a 8500 sq ft building.

The new building has an abattoir room that holds 100+ carcasses. There is lots of space to do everything from custom cutting to sausage making and there is also a spacious retail area.

Family Meats has grown to 19 employees and are busier than ever.

However the original goal is still the same - Family Meats Ltd. can make any “Meat Lovers” wishes come true!

The front store has lots of fresh & frozen meats. There is a large assortment of

Dutch groceries.

The popular “Cattle Boyz” steak and rib sauces and meat rubs are also available.

A well stocked sto re front welcomes you!

403-783-MEAT or 403-783-6328 • 4207 67 Street www.familymeats.com

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Behind the scenes at Jones Boys

Serving and Supporting Ponoka and its Surrounding Area Home of the Ponoka Quick Lube OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8:00 AM TO 5:00 PM.

WE SERVICE ALL MAKES SALES: OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8:00 AM TO 6:00 PM, SATURDAY 8:00 AM TO 3:00 PM. Hwy. 2A South • Ph. 403-783-4494 www.adamsgm.com

The company has been in Ponoka for 37 years and moved to its new home two years ago said manager Trevor Jones. He said they are known for their high-end fashion and the many jeans brands they offer.

Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

Sherry, Diane & Linda from Busted Ladies Lingerie stand in front of the doors to an “Uplifting Experience.”

Wearing a bra is a necessity in most women’s lives.

Research shows that at least 85% of women have been wearing the wrong sized bra for most of their lives, so buying a bra has been less than a satisfying experience for many of these women.

At Busted, our belief is that all women are wonderfully made, and deserve to have access to properly fitted and beautiful undergarments that make them look & feel like the phenomenal woman we are.

Not only will you receive a confidence boost, but you can improve your posture, release stress & change the way your clothes fit as well.

We conduct bra fittings in a professional & confidential manner, with just enough fun thrown in to ensure you’ll want to “Get Busted in Ponoka” over & over.

With our wide selection of sizes & styles, women from 28AA to 50N no longer have to settle for

either the wrong size, or bras that are “nude, nude, or another shade of nude;” our beautiful fashion colors & styles are sure to brighten your day.

We also carry sleepwear & nightwear, ranging from “Va Va Voom” to cozy flannel & fleece, sizes from XS – 4X available in many styles.

Men have started to demand more choice in their underwear than traditional tightey whiteys have afforded them. Our “Men’s Corner” offers local shoppers brand names without leaving our town. For Christmas, we have added men’s pjs & housecoats from a Canadian company.

Christmas is just around the corner and beautiful new styles are arriving daily.

For an Uplifting experience, Busted invites you to shop at the “Best Little Lingerie Shop in Central Alberta.”

5020 50 Street • 403-790-2878 www.bustedlingerie.ca

Andrew Middleton, Franchisee, and Carmen Leith offering your locally owned advantage.

From their opening three years ago The Brick has become the place to shop for new household furnishings.

There is no longer the need to drive out of town to find new furniture, electronics, appliances or mattresses.

The Brick offers the lowest price guaranteed, a selection large of household needs and excellent service.

The Brick has been supportive of many local groups and charities. The splash park has been one of groups receiving support.

Being a local resident, Andrew is involved

with the local Chamber of Commerce as well as belonging to the Kinsmen Club.

The Brick is open seven days a week and offers a large show room highlighting living room groupings, bedroom suites, and home theatres.

The newest addition to The Brick is the expansion of the showroom Fridges, stoves, washers & dryers now have a separate display area.

Remember while you are browsing YOU CAN TAKE ADVANTAGE OF YOUR LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED Store!

403-783-8721 • 4814 – 50 Street, Ponoka

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Behind the scenes at Prairie Points Quilt Shop Hometown Store

• Free Estimates • Lifetime Warranty on Collision Repairs • Approved by Major Insurance Companies • Water Bourne Environmentally Friendly Paint PH: 403-783-3456 Lynn Burdett has been in business for just over a year and has visitors from around the globe — including Germany and the Netherlands — come to her quilt shop. Every shop has a different flavour, which is one of the reasons shoppers travel so far, she explained.

6403-44 Ave. PONOKA, ALBERTA T4J 1J8 FAX 403-783-3402 qpaint@telus.net

It’s been a whirlwind of activity and a big learning curve for Sheila & Jim Rakai since purchasing the dealership in October 2011. Friendly customers have helped make the transition a pleasant experience Sheila points out that they carry the top major appliance brands, sleep sets, home appliances, home electronics, lawn and garden products and much more in the store.

There are three convenient ways to shop Sears – come in, phone or go on-line. Sheila likes to point out that as a Sears Hometown Store any item found in sales flyers, the catalogue or online can be delivered to Ponoka. This can save the consumer time and money by picking up the item locally!

Stop by and check out the special in store clearance items, flyer specials or place a catalogue order.

5105 51 Avenue • 403-704-8000 Mon.-Thurs. 9:30 am - 6:30 pm Fri. 9:30 am - 8 pm • Sat. 10 am-6 pm Sun. 11am-5pm

Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

First Choice Auto & Truck Repair

Since 1996 First Choice Auto & Truck Repair Ltd & Ponoka Towing have given the motorists of Ponoka and area quality service and security on the roads.

Murray Dux and his wife, Barb, employ seven people and two tow truck drivers. It is a family run business and they make you feel welcome whatever your needs may be.

They provide quality repair service on all makes and models of vehicles. There is a qualified

heavy-duty mechanic on site to repair heavy trucks and trailers.

First Choice Auto is also a certified inspection station for commercial vehicles.

Murray is a volunteer member of the Ponoka Fire Department. In addition the business sponsors local sports teams and 4-H clubs.

Whether you are there for a short haul or long haul it’s nice to know Murray, and his staff are there to help!

4215 67 Street • 403-783-8327 - Shop 403-783-0700 - Tow Truck

Ponoka Veterinary Clinic

Left to right: Ashley Shannon DVM, Murray Jacobson DVM, Rachelle Thirst RAHT, Brenda Hemeyer Office Manager, Sarah Dunbrack Tech Assist., Clayton West DVM, Harley Wasieczko RAHT, Diane Cline RAHT, Anita Berg RAHT

Ponoka Veterinary Clinic has been servicing the Ponoka Community since 1962. It has developed around the concept of providing high quality medicine and surgery with a family type atmosphere.

We have seen many changes in the veterinary medicine over the years but have remained dedicated to providing a caring compassionate service.

Paramount to our success is our team of friendly and talented support staff, including four registered Animal Health

Technologists, one Tech Assistant and an office manager.

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Ashley Shannon to our veterinary team.

We are proud to be part of the Ponoka Community and look forward to providing excellent veterinary services for all of your small and large animal needs.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our loyal clientele for your loyal patronage.

5502 Hwy 2A • Ph: 403-783-4348

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Coping with stress at the office Offering both Granite and Quartz countertops

Located 7 kms. south of Ponoka, just north of Wolf Creek Golf Resort or 15 kms north of Lacombe.

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The workers of the world are working more. So says an annual study of employee benefit trends from MetLife.

In 2010, 40 per cent of employees admitted their workload had increased compared with the previous year.

While there are many reasons that can account for a heavier workload at the office, heavy layoffs in countries across the globe has, in many instances, left those who weren’t laid off with extra work. And companies might be surprised to know just how much this approach isn’t working. TheMetLife study also found that 68 percent of employees surveyed reported that the quality of their work had suffered and that fear of losing their jobs played a significant role in how well they did their jobs.

While employees might not be able to quell their fears of one day being laid off, there are things they can do to reduce the stress that often accompanies such fears. Stress is a part of most professions and can even be a good motivator. However, when stress is prolonged or excessive, the results can be very unhealthy. Men and women with high stress levels are more likely to suffer from depression, anxiety and cardiovascular disease. When faced with prolonged or excessive stress at the office, men and women can take the following approaches to avoid succumbing to stress.

• Determine what is causing the stress. Stress triggers vary depending on the individual, so men and women who are coping with excessive stress should write down anything that causes them a negative response, whether that response is physical, emotional or mental. After a week, sit down and look at the various things that triggered these negative responses. Choose one and work to resolve it. Determine if there is a way this trigger can be avoided. Do this with each trigger one by one. It might not be possible to successfully address each trigger, but it’s worth the try and it is likely that certain triggers can be successfully avoided.

• Manage time effectively. One of the problems with an

PONOKA CO-OP OILS

Ponoka Co-op Oils has been serving Ponoka and area since 1956.

Over time Ponoka Co-op Oils has grown from retail fuel sales and bulk fuel delivery to include propane and a card lock.

Clayton Morrow is the current manager and there is a staff of 12 full and part-time employees.

When a customer pulls up to

the pumps they can enjoy a full service gas station with an oil check, windows washed and of course someone pumping gas – a rarity today.

Ponoka Co-op Oils paid out $619,000 to members in 2012, up $128,500.

Clayton and staff look forward to serving present and future customers.

4700 Hwy 2A • 403-783-4288

increased workload is the time in the day to complete that work does not simultaneously increase. This reality makes it easy to become overwhelmed with stress. But a few time management techniques can help. Prioritize certain tasks, ensuring projects that are time-sensitive get done ahead of those that aren’t. When setting a schedule for work, be realistic. If a schedule isn’t realistic, that will only cause more stress.

• Maintain a personal life. Effectively managing stress at work involves having a personal life away from the office.

All work and no play is a recipe for stress. No matter how big a workload awaits you at the office, be sure to make time for enjoyable activities away from work. Spend time with friends and family, plan a weekend getaway or simply relax at home. Such time, even if it’s not as often as you might like, makes dealing with stress at the office that much easier to handle.

• Remain physically active. Exercise is a great remedy for stress. Studies have suggested physically active people have lower rates of anxiety and depression than sedentary people. While research is ongoing, some researchers feel exercise enhances the body’s ability to respond to stress. In addition, exercise seems to give the body practice at dealing with stress. While exercising, the body’s physiological systems are forced to communicate with one another. These same systems must also communicate with one another when responding to stress. Regular exercise helps the body communicate more efficiently, something that helps when the time comes to respond to stress.

Stress at the office is likely always going to be a concern for working men and women. However, there are ways to effectively cope with stress no matter how daunting a workload might be.

TOWN & COUNTRY SUPPLIES & RENTALS LTD.

Want It? Need It? Rent It! Town & Country Supplies not only supply the farming community and oilfield businesses but can help with everyday items like lawn mowers or rental equipment.

They can rent you just about anything from scissors lifts to nailers to bobcats to flooring tools.

Visit their website www.town&countrysupplies.ca or call for a complete list available.

The staff never say no to a request as they can always find what you need, get it or point you in the right direction. They make everyone feel at home and customers come to depend on them as a valuable resource.

They open early and stay late to make sure you get the parts, service or rental you need.

Mike and the staff are also very involved in the community whether through sponsorships, donations, using their equipment for events around town or just volunteering their time.

As a company they try to use, reuse and be aware of offering equipment that is green friendly.

Come in and see what Mike, Bob, Daryl, Gerry and Nathan can help you find, fix or enjoy a fresh cup of coffee.

6305 48 Avenue • 403-783-5555

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Facts on small business Small business is big in Canada: 98.1 per cent of all businesses have fewer than 100 employees. When you add in medium-sized businesses (100 to 499 employees), the percentage rises to 99.8 per cent. They are the engine of the economy and their success is vital to Canada’s prosperity.

Here are things you probably didn’t know about small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) and their impact on Canada’s economy.

• There are almost 1.2 million SMEs in Canada.

• More than half (55%) of them have fewer than four employees.

• Over the 2001 to 2011 period, SMEs were responsible for 54% of all jobs created on average by the private sector.

• SMEs represent 54.3% of the economic output produced in the business sector (in 2005).

• The largest number of SMEs are in the retail industry (13%).

• Only half of new firms (53%) survive their fifth year of operation.

Source: Statistics Canada

And

Tread Pro Tire Centre

Doug Johnson was born and raised the Central Alberta area. After graduating high school he decided to go into the plumbing trade.

He earned his journeyman papers as a plumber and gasfitter. He gained experience working for others before going out on his own.

DJ’s Plumbing was incorporated in November 2001and has a shop located in the Industrial Park in Ponoka.

DJ’s Plumbing offers services in all aspects of plumbing and heating. Whether you require residential or commercial service, water wells or septic tanks, or regular repair and maintenance on existing systems DJ’s Plumbing can handle it all 24 hours/day 7/days/week.

They also install and service forced air and hot water heating systems.

DJ’s Plumbing would like to remind you now is the time to get your furnace checked before the colder weather comes.

Give them a call today to book an appointment.

Ph: 403-304-6909

CRAWFORD AGENCIES ~ General Insurance Brokers ~

Left to right: Ralph Wagner, Katrina Nickloson, Travis Leepart, Brandi Marks, Dave Heatherington, Doug Ruffell, Cody Ruffell Wagner’s Automotive is locally owned and operated by Ralph Wagner since 2000.

There are three licensed journeymen, one apprentice and two office staff to keep things running smoothly.

Wagner’s Automotive is a fully equipped repair facility with all the latest equipment to serve domestic and foreign vehicles.

They also offer vehicle sales.

Wagner’s is a Government Inspection Facility, doing commercial vehicle inspections including tractor/trailer units, school buses, ambulances, and out of province inspections.

Discount Car & Truck Rentals was added a few years ago to help serve customers

locally in need of vehicles.

TreadPro Tire is a great addition to service our customers for all their light trucks, car tires, rims, etc.

Concern for the locally community can be seen by Ralph’s support of many of the local organizations.

Ralph and his team strive to serve all of your vehicle’s needs from regular tune-ups to brakes & tires to wheel alignments to A/C servicing and everything in between.

Wagner’s would like to thank all their customers for their patronage and extend a welcome to everyone to visit with any of your vehicle needs.

5503 54 Street • 403-783-6804

R. JOHANSEN SALES LTD.

Marilyn Burke, Lana Avery, Judy, Ryan & Bill Crawford Starting out in 1965 Tom Crawford originally set up Crawford agencies in what is now the lounge of the Royal Hotel. A few years later the agency moved to the “Curves” building.

In 1977 Bill, Tom’s son came on board. By then Crawford Agencies was located on 51 Ave in the historical Ponoka Cold Storage building built in 1941.

Crawford Agencies has always been a broker for general insurance including homes, farms, commercial and auto.

Currently on board at the agency is a third generation Crawford, Bill’s son Ryan.

Conveniently located a few minutes south of Ponoka off of Hwy 53 & MacDonald Road is R Johansen Sales Ltd. For the outdoor enthusiast it’s like a dream come true. The yard is filled with ATV’s, trailers, and riding mowers in all shapes and sizes, from Honda to Suzuki to Husqvarna.

If that isn’t what tickles your fancy inside you can find road & street bikes, helmets, clothing and every part you may need to get road worthy.

When the agency first opened it operated Tuesday to Friday. As time passed and the town grew they expanded their hours to include Monday but took Thursday afternoons off (to go fishing according to Bill).

The business is owned and operated by Robert and Irene Johansen. They have operated the business for over forty years. With all this experience they can find any part you may need.

The office is now open Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Saturday mornings until 12 noon and sees a fair number of people on the weekend.

Whether you are coming from Hwy 2A, turning east at the Viterra sign or coming off of secondary Hwy 815 their location is convenient and well stocked no matter what your needs.

Feel free to stop in or phone for a quote on any type of insurance and Bill and his staff will get you what you need. Or stop in to see the saltwater aquarium but no fishing allowed!

5023 - 51 Ave. • 403-783-4033 crawfordagencies@yahoo.ca

Tuesday - Friday: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Saturday: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 403-783-5185 • 1-800-662-7135

With over 20 years experience there isn’t a vehicle too small or too large Don Elliott hasn’t cleaned. Whether it is a prized hot rod, commercial vehicle, work truck or a van taking kids to soccer Don can clean it inside and out!

Located at #204, Bldg 2 6701Hwy 53 in the Froman Business Park Don is a really hands-on owner. He pays great attention to detail in his custom vehicle cleaning business.

Vehicles are a major investment and Don recommends a good cleaning at least once a year. It will help prevent weather damage, provide beauty & protection inside and out and enhance resale value.

Before the weather changes come and see Don to enjoy that new car feeling again.

#204, Bld 2 6701 Hwy 53 403-783-8388

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Prairie Points Quilt Shop

The Ladies of Prairie Points from left: Gaylia, Connie and Lynn.

Welcome to Prairie Points Quilt Shop, “Where Quilters Gather”.

We have well over 2300 bolts of quality quilting cottons and flannels currently in stock along with four lines of quilting threads, numerous patterns, current publications and lots and lots of notions!

We offer many different quilt kits available from baby themed to queen sized, covering all levels of quilting and sewing experience.

Most of our shop’s quilt samples using

current fabric lines are available for purchase as well.

Our happy and helpful staff are ready to assist you whether it is to plan your next quilt or to help you through a quilting related challenge.

We offer a monthly newsletter that we e-mail out to keep you current on the coming events in the shop.

For a day-to-day news feed on what’s happening at PPQS, follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/ PPQSPONOKA.

Bay 4. 5101 - 51 Ave. • 403-704-1600 Tuesday - Saturday: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm

Diversified

Financial Concepts

Diversified Financial Concepts has been operating in Ponoka for nine years.

The office has two employees housed in downtown Ponoka.

Tim Corkery, owner, holds his license through Manulife Securities, one of the oldest and most reputable companies in Canada. He is also a member of the Deposit Broker Association.

Tim offers financial services, retirement services, investment services and life insurance. He is also able to offer insured GIC’s from many institutions at the best rates available.

Other services he offers is group and individual health plans.

For many years Tim has coached different teams in Ponoka including baseball, hockey and volleyball, as well as serving on various boards and committees.

Debt reduction, income and guarantees are on the minds of many Canadians today.

Please call Tim for any advice or help in planning your financial needs.

5027 50 Avenue 403-783-2233

Alberta chamber awards The Alberta Chambers of Commerce is welcoming nominations for the 2013 Alberta Business Awards of Distinction.

These prestigious awards celebrate success in Alberta’s business community by recognizing innovative and progressive practices.

The 2013 Alberta Business Awards of Distinction include the following categories: • Aboriginal Woman Entrepreneur • Diversity Leadership • Employer of Persons with Disabilities • Employer of Youth • Small Business • Aboriginal Relations – Best Practice • Eagle Feather Business • Marketing • Youth Entrepreneur Award • Export All finalists become eligible for the evening’s top award, the Premier’s Award of Distinction.

Award nominations close Nov. 23.

fresh. simple. eats

The Cilantro crew: Ryan Cook, Penny Moffitt, Rieley Kay, Jake Farley & Ian McGinnis

Rieley Kay started out as a dishwasher in a kitchen, climbing the ranks to pizza cook in a small town restaurant. It was there the spark was lit. Rieley enrolled in SAIT and earned his Red Seal Chef with a diploma in Food & Beverage Management RDC, and a diploma in Accommodation & Marketing Management.

Riely worked at Wolf Creek Golf Resort for four years as Sous Chef and one year as an Executive Chef.

In the off-season Rieley started Cilantro Catering (2009) to meet the need of locals searching for a fresh alternative. After the

golf season ended, Cilantro found a home in Ponoka.

Rieley decided to take his passion for local cuisine to the next level and launched Cilantro + Chive. With a newly renovated venue combined with a concept of simple is better, the restaurant focuses on fresh ingredients changing the menu with the seasons.

Utilizing local ingredients with a focus on sustainable, Alberta suppliers, Canadian Cuisine and ethnic influences Cilantro & Chive gived you a full experience of what this great land has to offer.

Tuesday-Thursday: 11am – 9pm Friday & Saturday: 11am – 10pm Suite 2, 4213 Hwy 2A 403-783-3377

www.cilantroandchive.ca

Stylists: Lynda, Kathleen, Maddy, Alyssa, Heather and Shauna

Purchasing Tangles Hair Design was a new business venture for Gera Wassink back in October 2010 and she hasn’t looked back. With the help of manager Maddy Scholing and 5 other experienced stylists, they have been assisting customers to look great and feel good about themselves.

Tangles offers complete, affordable hair care for the whole family: cuts, colours, foils, perms, up-dos as well as make-up, waxing and tanning.

Walk-ins are always welcome.

Hair and body care products are also available for customers. There are new sales on products every month.

NOVEMBER SPECIAL – Book a full head foil highlighting service and receive $10 off Tangles Hair Design is a proud supporter of community events. With their 2nd Anniversary approaching they would like to thank all who have supported the business in the past and they look forward to continued success in the future.

5102 51 Ave. • Ph: 403-783-8310

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Web Marketing 101 Behind the scenes…

Do you have a business website but not sure if it’s doing your bottom line any favours? Keep these tips in mind.

Plan —Your online efforts should be guided by an online strategy that’s aligned with your overall business strategy, especially if you’re in growth mode. It should spell out your online goals (whether that’s making sales, generating leads or boosting your brand), your target audience and key messages. All this should guide the design of your website and social media properties—and the content on them.

Keywords — Make a list of 20 to 50 keywords that you think potential customers will use in Internet searches to find your services. Choose terms that help you stand out, and sprinkle them through your site and social content.

Social media and links — Search engine optimization means not only ranking well on Google, but also on social media sites. Post compelling and informative social content that visitors are likely to share. The more your site gets talked about and linked to elsewhere on the web, the higher you’ll rank in search results.

Website design —Visitors shouldn’t have to scroll or click a lot to find what they need. Prominently display your contact info and a call to action.

Paid ads — Consider paid ads on Google and social media targeted to your audience.

Measure — Monitor your online efforts to see what’s working and what’s not. Then adjust.

Free tools like Google Analytics can help.

PREVENTATIVE STRATEGIES TO PROMOTE LIFETIME VISUAL HEALTH For over 30 years, Drs. Heimdahl, ZoBell, and associates have been providing optimum eye health and vision care with the individual attention that they believe each of their patients deserve.

Ponoka Veterinary Clinic Co-owner Murray Jacobson floats a horse’s teeth to ensure it doesn’t harm him.

“They’ve been doing this since the days of the cavalry,” explained Murray.

“We enhance quality of life by enabling patients of all ages to clearly and comfortably visualize all our world offers. Our patients’ needs and best interests will always be served by our ability and desire to provide optimum eye care services, products and information better than anyone else.”

403-783-5575 • 1-800-662-7168 www.4youreyesonly.ca

Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

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JOHN W. LOW Agencies Inc. 5118 - 50th Street, Ponoka

1-800-392-8658

403-783-5512

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EUROPEAN 2009Ramona, Theresa, Kerry, MOTORCOACH TOURS Diane & Kahla

Direct Travel and Cruise Centre is a full service travel agency, experienced in MAGICAL RIVER CRUISES selling travel across the world. Direct Travel and Cruise Centre was established ON EUROPE’S WATERWAYS in 1961.

Today with over 70 years of combined travel expertise Direct Travel and Cruise Centre is the major player in serving the Ponoka community with travel advice.

Key components that contribute to the experience, knowledge, and education base of Direct Travel and Cruise Centre are: • Master Cruise Accredited travel agency from CLIA; Cruise Line International Association • Destination Wedding and Honeymoon Specialist • International River Cruise Specialist • Certified Travel Insurance Advisors • Member of Ensemble Travel Group –North American’s largest buying group with over 850 independent travel agencies in Canada and the USA • Member of IATA; International Air Transport Association • Member of ACTA; Association of Canadian Travel Agencies Direct Travel and Cruise Centre is a strong community supporter and volunteer for Ponoka’s many clubs and organizations.

Our staff Theresa Turner, Ramona Joyes, Kerry Bonnett, Kahla Rakai, and Diane Barnes is committed to excellence in customer satisfaction.

Located in the Low Professional Building

5118 – 50 St.

Nancy Jensen, Marj Smith, Dorothy Jones

John W. Low Agencies Inc. has been selling insurance and real estate in Ponoka since 1951 and is located in the Low Professional Building at 5118-50 Street.

With 70 years of combined insurance experience our friendly and knowledgeable staff, specialize in farm, auto, personal property and commercial insurance as well as all of your real estate needs.

John W. Low Agencies Inc. is very proud to be a member of the business community in Ponoka and we look forward to continuing to serve all of our present and future clients.

Owners - Andy & Shawna Low Office Manager - Marjorie Smith Broker Csr’s - Nancy Jensen & Dorothy Jones

Realtors Wayne McGarvey Brian Hatala & Annette Dodds

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PONOKA FIRST CALL TOWING LTD. Collision Centre

“The calm before the storm.”

Owner Shawn Burnett uses state of the art frame equipment.

Reflections on 66 is now in their seventh year of business, a hands on owner, Shawn Burnett and his crew will look after your collision repair work with state of the art frame equipment, environmental friendly paint system, full body work. Approved by all insurance companies for your insurance claims.

Shawn is a trained ICAR Technician with 20 years in the auto body trade.

One of our uniqueness is that we also do restorations.

Bringing back the nostalgia of the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s and the cars that defined that era.

So if your four-wheel pride and joy, or your car, truck or work vehicle needs a makeover or just cosmetic touch up, stop by and talk to Shawn or Rob. 6605 - 44 Avenue 403-783-1895

In a 24/hour, seven days a week business like Keith Stebner’s no two days are alike.

One day there may be a call for changing a tire, boosting a stalled vehicle or maybe even a tow.

But a change in the weather brings a whole new twist to the day. From towing stranded drivers, attending accidents, to whatever else vehicles can be involved in.

Those days keep Keith, his four full time workers and the one part-time worker going full speed with never enough hours.

Keith has been at his current location in the Froman Business Park for 17 years. In addition to tow services he offers storage units for rent and a secure compound for RV storage.

6701-46 Ave, Ponoka Industrial Park 403-783-3636

Plan for growth Say you have a successful small business. You have a few employees, and things are going fine. If you’re like many entrepreneurs, you may never take time to sit down and think about your future growth—how to take your company to the next level in a smart, disciplined way.

But growth is an issue many business owners ignore at their peril. In fact, it might just be one of the most important issues facing them as entrepreneurs. “If you decide not to grow, you may be paving a path to failure,” says Patrick Latour, senior vice-president of financing and consulting at the Business Development Bank of Canada. “If you don’t grow, your competitors will, and that will put pressure on you.”

The good news, Latour says, is that business owners can create a road map to guide them and reduce their risk as they grow their enterprise.

Need a plan To develop your road map, start by committing time to outlining a plan for your growth, Latour says. It should include a few important basics: • A clear picture of your business’s current strengths, weaknesses and opportunities • A vision for where you want your company to be in the next three to five years • An action plan to achieve your vision (Who will do what and by when) Your growth plan could be anything from a rough, informal sketch to a full-blown, highly detailed strategic plan, including everything from a mission statement to scenario planning and financial forecasts.

“If you’re going to grow, you should absolutely have a plan,” says Paul Cubbon, who teaches entrepreneurship and innovation at the University of British Columbia’s Sauder School of Business. “Failing to plan is planning to fail.”

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PONOKA BOTTLE DEPOT CAPITAL THEATRE

Little Treasures Family Day Home offers quality childcare for your little treasures!!

In the past two years we have grown from 4 providers and 14 children to an energetic team of 11 providers and 65 children.

Our fun loving, and caring providers offer many new experiences for your little one We offer for families: - subsidy - flexibility-shift care - 2 nutritious snacks and 1 meal daily - outings - community involvement

such as; field trips to various places (Telus World of Science, Lacombe Corn Maze, Blackfalds Splash Park and Cabin Fever).

We also offer monthly multicultural craft days, Nature walks, gym days at the local PYC, monthly outings to the retirement homes and local hospitals.

We offer for providers: - training - Government incentives $$$ - flexible working schedule - good support team - work from home - benefits from operating own business

For more information please call: Crystal Ahtila (coordinator) Kathy Dumbleton 403-783-8043 littletreasuresdayhome@hotmail.com We would like to say a special thank you to all of our providers for their hard work and dedication in serving the families of Ponoka and surrounding areas!!!

Ponoka P k B Bottle ttl D Depot: t D Dave, “Rocky” the pug, Lucky & Darcy.

Capital Theatre: Gurjit, Kally, Jagvir, Gurteaj.

Early 1978 Amarjit Singh Sandhu (Dave), an engineer, arrived in Vancouver, Canada. Like many people moving to a new country Dave had many adjustments to make without family or friends to rely on. After six months Dave headed east to Montreal but found the French-speaking province even harder to settle into.

In March 2007 they were able to purchase the Ponoka Capitol Theatre. Both businesses are family run with his son & daughter responsible for the theatre and Dave and Lucky working at the bottle depot. The bottle depot employs five full time workers. The theatre employs four part time employees.

So like many adventurers before Dave he headed West. This time Dave chose Calgary as his home. With a strong Sikh community to help, Dave settled into a good job and on Christmas Day, 1985 married Lakhvinder Kaur Sandhu (Lucky). They were blessed with two children, Gurjit Singh Sandhu & Jagvir Kaur Sandhu.

Dave is very thankful to the community and shows it by his many donations to local youth groups, schools, sports organizations, and other charities. He has not forgotten about his homeland and sends donations to help needy children there.

Fast-forward to July 2005, and with the purchase of the Ponoka Bottle Depot Dave and his family, left Calgary for Ponoka.

With Dave’s great love of life and all things in it and his strong belief in giving back whenever possible the family is a great addition to the community.

Ponoka Bottle Depot • 403-783-6875 Capital Theatre • 403-783-3639

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Doug Firby is editor in chief and national affairs columnist for Troy Media Continued from page 13 “I’m excited about some of the niche businesses we have and some of the interest our downtown businesses have taken in rejuvenating downtown. I think that enthusiasm is really, really exciting,” she explained.

She feels their initiative has opened the doors of communication with the town.

Home-based businesses are another aspect of the town’s growth, she stated. With 528 licenced businesses, 88 have home offices and 32 are home businesses. There are 209 businesses with storefront space, which can include retail or industrial. The other 199 licences come from businesses in the county or out of town businesses. With the amount of home-based businesses, Olson believes it is a positive sign.

“I think that’s really promising and it shows the entrepreneurial spirit that a lot of people in Ponoka seem to exemplify,” stated Olson.

The ag event centre is another change that seems to have had a positive effect on the town. Olson said the marketing study on the centre showed there would be a ripple effect because of the building.

“Is it only because the ag event centre is here? That’s hard to tell but I would strongly suspect that obviously they play a large part in helping to expand our tourism market for more days out of the year,” she said.

Ag event centre manager Chas Lambert feels there has been a large amount of people coming to Ponoka because of the centre.

“We’ve brought a lot of units into the com-

munity of the year.”

As ag event centre visitors prepare for their events Friday night and Saturday morning he has seen them head to town to conduct their weekend shopping. For businesses seeking to take advantage of the influx of people, Lambert suggested they take advantage of the advertising opportunities available.

Lambert used to manage the agricultural side of the Keystone Centre in Brandon, Man. and said the centre was one of the key draws for the city. He feels the ag centre is a catalyst for Ponoka’s growth.

He was also grateful for the support the centre has so far received.

“I think we’re very lucky to have support from local businesses,” he said. “The sky is the limit.”

The event centre is barely a year old and is already seeing groups book dates several years ahead. “We’re in the first year and already we’re looking very positive.”

Olson said the new splash park provides a reason to take a day trip and now the Summer Send Off appears to bring people to town. She commended the organizers for their efforts to bring businesses together to inform them of concert promoters’ plans.

Another way Olson hopes to have residents and businesses apprised of special events is the town’s community calendar on the town’s website. As more people inform the town office of their events it will help keep communication lines open, she said.

The challenge she currently faces is keeping the different groups communi-

cating with each other. The Ponoka and District Chamber of Commerce, the economic development board, and now two newer groups, Ponoka Road Trip and the Ponoka Unique Merchants Assocation (PUMA) might have similar goals but different ways of promoting themselves.

Ponoka Road Trip Sherry Gummow of Busted Ladies Lingerie is the chairman for Ponoka Road Trip, her goal is to bring business from out of town. “Most small budgets will advertise as well as their budgets will allow.”

Her goal was to bring businesses together and pool finances for a wide-reaching customer base. “$300 will get you nothing.”

By bringing these businesses together they have been able to take advantage of a grant from Travel Alberta. She believes working with the other businesses can make their marketing plans stronger.

“You’ve gotta be willing to work cooperatively,” she stated. “We are marketing Ponoka as a great place to go for a road trip.”

The group has just recently started so it will be some time before they know if the marketing has worked but Gummow always asks new customers how they heard about her business.

If customers start coming because of this marketing campaign she suggests businesses must follow through with hard work.

“Then we have to outdo ourselves.”

The key to advertising is repeating the marketing campaign before they see re-

sults.

“You have to repeat, repeat, repeat normally before people take action,” she explained.

PUMA Danny Lineham of Siding 14 is working to promote some of the more “unique businesses.”

“We see the unique businesses as a means to bring interest in,” said Lineham.

He feels the Ponoka Unique Merchant’s Association’s goal is the same as Ponoka Road Trip and he hoped to keep communication open with the other groups in town.

He also feels there is a need for different businesses such as an antique shop and a specialty coffee shop. “There’s so many good ideas for Ponoka.”

Another way to increase shopping traffic is with groups such as the Klaglahachie Fine Arts Society, he said. Rather than a show once or twice a year he feels the group could bring produce more plays throughout the year. These ideas are some of the ways to bring people to town.

“I’m happy to work with anybody who’s trying to promote Ponoka,” he said. “And it can be done in different ways.”

He feels certain areas of Ponoka should be showcased more prominently. “The other thing with downtown is it’s an incredibly historic downtown.”

One thing appears to be the same with many of the groups working to promote Ponoka and that is to communicate with each other.

Rowland, Parker & Associates LLP Chartered Accountants McCFeeds Team: Marie McCaughey, Skip, Patch, Megan Fehr, Lori Krause (missing from photo Deb Stebner & Brayden Somerville) Sisters Lori Krause & Marie McCaughey, both local women, saw an opportunity to open a store to provide bagged farm feed and supplies when V-S Feeds was sold.

Early in 2008 they found space in the industrial area that offered a small storefront with an adjourning bay. The store quickly filled up with feed for all species including cat & dog food, wild-bird seed, horse tack, cattle tags, even some gift items plus much, much more.

Many of the products are tried & true, favourites of their customers but they are able to order in just about anything someone may require.

In 2011 McCFeeds was running out of room and storage. After scouting around the industrial area they found a place that offered a large secure fenced area, better parking for their customers, larger storefront and two bays which allowed for an expansion of products.

One special thing that has moved with them is “the cookie jar” filled with cookies baked by “Grandma” Viv. If you have never stopped by, a trip for one of these cookies is a must! Oh and you may just find that dog food, cattle mineral or halter you wanted.

4201 - 66 St, Ponoka, AB • 403-704-2383 mccfeeds@xplornet.com Visit us at ponokalive.ca

Dealer for

Our office was originally established in Ponoka in the 1950’s, and has undergone several name changes over the years, and in 1995 began operating under our current name of Rowland, Parker & Associates LLP, Chartered Accountants.

The office was located initially in the original CIBC building, moving to the old IGA building on 50th Ave around 1967, and then to our current location of 5013-49 Avenue in 1980.

In 2010 we renovated and added additional space at this location to better serve our clients.

Rowland Parker & Associates Chartered Accountants, LLP provides professional services to agriculture, small business, government organizations, and professionals.

We currently have a staff of 20, and offer our services through a full time office here in Ponoka, and two part time offices in Bashaw and Wetaskiwin.

403-783-3315 5013 49 Ave, Ponoka

Growing up in the country, Mica Spelrem had always helped fix machinery, with his dad. He decided at an early age he wanted to own his own shop.

In February 2010 Mica, a licensed mechanic, opened his own shop and there has been a steady stream of customers ever since. Mica & Cody Knoll, employee, do everything from oil changes to engine and transmission swaps.

If you are a performance enthusiast Mica is able to get a great selection of performance accessories.

Mica’s knowledge & experience extends to his own performance modified pickup truck that he races.

No business would be complete without efficient help behind the scenes. Kim, Mica’s wife, works in the office and helps ordering all the parts.

Mica loves baseball and hockey and for many years has coached minor teams for both. Spelrem Auto also sponsors Ponoka Junior B’s and the Ponoka Youth Centre.

If you are looking for a honest, dedicated hard worker who takes his customers into consideration give Mica a call.

203, Bldg 2, 6701 Hwy 53

403-783-6422

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Behind the scenes…

403-783-8411

At the Junction of QE 2 and Hwy. 53

Charmac’s #1 Dealer in Canada! * Sales * Rentals * Consignments * Repairs * Service

Financing available We also carry accessories for trailers, motorsports products, motorcycles and Amsoil

Proud to be a nominee for 2012 business award! www.donlaingtrailers.com

West Central Mechanical has been in business since May 2010. Owner Angie Lewis feels being locally owned and operated as well as the experienced staff that have helped her business. Here Dean Thompson cuts some tin. The company deals with furnaces, duct work, air conditioning and just recently, eavestroughs.

Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

Established in 1995, Alberta Flares is a privately owned manufacturing company which employs approximately 12 to 16 people.

Alberta Flares will manufacture from existing designs or to client specifications and has provided equipment throughout the world China, USA, Saudi Arabia, Belize, Kuwait, Mexico, Alaska and across Canada.

• • • •

8 ft. to 165 ft. Flare Stacks 60 ft. to 120 ft. Communication Towers Flare Tanks Drilling Rig Components - substructures, catwalk/pipe tub, floc tanks

doghouse,

Over the past 17 years Alberta Flares has committed to advancing the safety while reducing the environmental impact of our products with a zero ground disturbance system.This eliminates the need for large cranes to commission these products.

The staff strives to stay on the leading edge of innovation to meet their goal of Alberta Flares being a preferred supplier of mobile field equipment to all the valued clients.

403-783-3900 6706 44 Ave www.albertaflares.com

Alberta has top entrepreneurial cities An annual study by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) on Canada’s top entrepreneurial cities shows five of the top 10 municipalities in the overall rankings are from Alberta.

For the third year in a row, Grande Prairie received the best overall score of the 103 cities evaluated across the country, with Saskatoon and Regina rounding out the top three. The rankings of Alberta’s other cities in 2012 were: Lloydminster fifth, Red Deer sixth, Edmonton eighth, Lethbridge ninth, Calgary 13th, and Wood Buffalo (Fort McMurray) 14th. Medicine Hat was in 88th spot.

“Obviously, it’s great news to see Alberta’s cities rank so well,” said Richard Truscott, Alberta director. “Many of our province’s urban centres continue to be entrepreneurial hot spots compared to other major municipalities across Canada.”

Communities in Boom evaluates the entrepreneurial environment of 103 cities across Canada according to 14 indicators drawn from Statistics Canada sources and survey research conducted with CFIB’s membership.

The 14 indicators are grouped into three categories: presence, perspective, and policy. Presence covers the scale and growth of business ownership, perspective measures optimism and growth plans, and policy represents the actions local governments take with respect to business taxation and regulation.

“A stronger focus on creating small-business friendly policies would certainly help improve the rankings for Alberta’s cities even further. Sadly, entrepreneurs in many of our cities continue to succeed in spite of politicians and policy-makers, not because of them. That needs to change,” concluded Truscott.

With the closure of a long standing Ponoka heating and sheet metal business, Angie Lewis recognized the need for this type of business to continue to serve the community she was born and raised in.

• Assorted Heaters • Humidifiers • Ventilation Systems • A variety of indoor air quality equipment.

• Custom Sheet Metal • Continuous Eavestroughing

In May 2010 Angie opened West Central Mechanical Ltd, offering jobs to those left unemployed by the closure. The result was a company starting with a qualified, experienced staff, accustomed to working together with over 40 years’ experience.

As a Lennox dealer West Central Mechanical primarily sells Lennox furnaces, but handles a variety of other products and furnaces required by the customer.

West Central Mechanical Ltd. primarily offers services in heating, air conditioning, ventilation and custom sheet metal work. In early 2012 the company expanded to include continuous eavestroughing.

The company serves both commercial and residential clients with supplying, installing & servicing the following: • Furnaces • Air Conditioners

Supporting Ponoka businesses is a priority and whenever possible they choose to buy locally.

Angie’s staff, all local, is experienced, qualified, and courteous, and knows they will make every effort to satisfy the customer’s needs – even if it means leaving their beds on a cold winter’s night to restore heat in someone’s home.

West Central Mechanical Ltd is located in the Ponoka Business Park in the same compound as Garnie’s Welding.

3912 66 Street • 403-783-3501 www.wcmltd.ca

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Regaining control Continued from page 22

Complete Mechanical

OUR SERVICES INCLUDE: “We’re Here When Your Away” has been the motto of Phase 3 Security since the local owned/operated company began installing Alarm Systems in 2004.

Currently they have three fully equipped service vehicles to meet the needs of our area.

The four full-time employees, Duane Sieben, Manager, Jason Leepart, Installer/Technician, Steven Smith, Installer/Technician and Michelle Parker, Office Manager, have been surprised by the demand. Security Alarm Systems, Surveillance & CCTV and basic wiring for office

computer & telephone networking are some of the most requested services.

The increasing awareness of these services have allowed the company to expand and offer other services such as computerized Access Control Systems that allow keyless entry for facilities.

Phase 3 offers very competitive installation fees and monitoring rates for alarm systems.

This growing company does not sell their Systems and services door to door, but do make appointments to discuss the needs of their customers with them.

General Automotive • Diagnostics Tune-Ups • Tires Accessories Vehicle Inspections • Exhaust Repairs Front-End Repairs Including Wheel Alignments • Diesel Repair & Diagnostics • And Much More!

COME AND SEE ED AT HITECH Just West of Ponoka Dodge Bay 1 3616 - 67 Street, Ponoka

403-506-8530

Bay #1 6602 41 Avenue • 403-783-2199 www.phase3security.com

Christopher Moreno is a firm believer in creating a growth plan — and following it with discipline. His event planning and production business, 365 Productions, was growing so quickly in 2011 he and partner Ben Patience worried it was spinning out of control.

The duo decided to embark on a strategic planning exercise. The process helped clarify their opportunities, risks and respective roles in the company. The result: a detailed five-year plan that included financial forecasts for three different growth scenarios.

The plan helped them boost sales to an expected $3.2 million this year from $1.8 million in 2010. They have even exceeded their goals, meeting their year-three targets in 18 months. And the plan has helped guide a successful international expansion into Britain and Australia.

Along the way, they made sure to meet regularly with employees to see if the plan needs any tweaking and check how their plan is being implemented by measuring progress against their benchmarks.

“The plan is 10 per cent of the work; the other 90 per cent is actually doing it,” Moreno says. “If you don’t get in the car and drive, the road map is useless.”

Garth Kruse, Ed Selke, James Kim, manager

Rexall is conveniently located beside Hamilton’s IGA at 4502 - 50 Street. Rexall is committed to providing top quality products with affordable prices. They are staffed with highly trained personnel who offer exceptional service. In the pharmacy you will find two pharmacists, Greg and Mahmoud and two pharmaceutical technicians as well as a registered nurse on hand for fitting compression stockings and ostomy supplies.

Rexall carries a variety of beauty 4502 - 50 Street Fax: 403-783-6699

and cosmetics, vitamins and supplements, first aid supplies, skin and bath care, as well as all your pharmaceutical needs including cold, allergy and flu medications.

Rexall also offers digital photo centre, home health care, free prescription delivery, medication reminders and health/wellness clinics, free medication reviews with careplans and flu vaccinations without appointment after October 25th.

403-783-5568 Email: 7223rx@rexall.ca

Dirty, muddy vehicles can clean up their act at Ponoka Car Wash Open seven days a week there is three indoor wash bays and an outside wash bay, open during the summer, to accommodate even large vehicles.

The self-serve wash bays are coin operated but if you are short of loonies you are able to use Interact or credit cards through the main office. Shorten time and use thier convenient drop-off service.

Ponoka Car Wash also offers a large selection of car cleaning supplies and air fresheners for vehicles.

Another service Ponoka Car Wash offers

is auto detailing. Garth Kruse who operates Kar Kleen has over 13 years experience in the business.

Garth can shampoo the interior and the motor making your vehicle like new!

In the winter there is an in-door parking service available, something to take advantage of with the cold Alberta winters we experience.

James, Garth and Ed welcome you to stop by for all your car care needs and check out their competitive rates.

5419 - 48 Ave • 403-783-4882

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Type O needed: A nurse wraps a blood pressure cuff around Paul Janssen’s arm during the blood drive. Type O blood, Photo by Amelia Naismith negative and positive is in high demand.

Community Blue Box Program For $12.00 per month We will pick up your paper, clean tins, glass, No. 1-5 plastic and cardboard.

We also pick up cardboard from local businesses.

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For more information on these programs please call

403-783-5810 Weekdays

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Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012

Anniversary celebration nurtures school bonds

By Amelia Naismith St. Augustine Catholic School celebrated its 50th anniversary on the weekend and the event featured honoured guests from every generation of the school’s past as well as present supporters.

Guests included Father Matt Kuefler, Sister Harriet, Daughters of Wisdom and a former teacher, Chief Craig Mackinaw, MLA Rod Fox, Mayor Larry Henkelman, Troy Davies, assistant superintendant of St. Thomas Aquinas Roman Catholic School Division and the St. Augustine parish choir, which sang O Canada, Ave Maria and Rosas Pandon.

“I thought it was a wonderful evening. It’s a great opportunity that brings people together,” said principal Curt Baron.

In the school’s gymnasium several speeches where given on a range of topics but each had one thing in common: St. Augustine didn’t just grow as a school, it grew into a community.

However, by every speaker, the school was also named an asset to Ponoka. “The community of Ponoka is proud to be home to St. Augustine school,” said Henkelman, who attended on behalf of town council.

Henkelman said as the school grew from a kindergarten school all the way to Grade 12, its success and successful programs grew with it. An observation mirrored by Fox. “A high quality of education is something that the students here at St. Augustine can proudly call their own,” said Fox. “I’d like to say on behalf the Alberta Legislature I’m pleased to bring greetings to you and congratulate St. Augustine School on 50 years of successful service to the families, the community and the Ponoka area.”

Fox, as fellow politician MP Blaine Calkins had done before him, presented Baron and the

Father Matt Kuefler says grace before the meal.

Photo by Amelia Naismith

Warren Mack conducts Romy’s group, the St. Augustine parish choir.

Photo by Amelia Naismith

school with a commemorative token to honour the school.

While Calkins wasn’t able to attend the banquet, he sent his congratulations and a plaque. Calkins did however attend the earlier students awards ceremony to present

recent graduate Rachel Selke with the Governor General’s Medal.

It wasn’t only the school’s past Fox celebrated; he also mentioned the future of students who attend St. Augustine. “I’d like to say the future looks bright when we know the edu-

cation of our children lies in schools like yours.”

The school can and was be praised by many but former teacher Shirley Marien, who is semiretired, offered an inside look at the successful community that is St. Augustine.

Marien taught at the school for about 10 years.

“We’d always have friendship celebrations. They started out in my classroom very small.”

Over the years those celebrations grew. Eventually Marian requested the use of the gym. “It was like 75 people would come for a class of 19.

They would invite grandparents and I think that whole community feeling coming to my friendship parties was great.”

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Two teachers, one job, two different school worlds

By Amelia Naismith Technology has changed a lot over the past 50 years and so have teaching methods. Those who attended St. Augustine’s 50th anniversary banquet where given a glimpse of the past as well as a close up of the present.

Theresa (Long) Kennedy, former St. Augustine teacher, who was hired at 19 years old with one year of post-secondary training, taught at the school when it first opened in 1962.

Jocelyn Kawahara teaches there now. To show how teaching has changed both woman answered questions at the banquet.

When Kennedy began teaching at the school there where 21 students in her class, according to the superintendents’ report, and 180 students in the school.

Kawahara said this year her class has only 18 students. Today there are 560 students in the school.

In 1962 St. Augustine has one class of each grade. Now the school supports a kindergarten to Grade 12 roster with two of each class.

When Kennedy began teaching St. Augustine had nine teachers.

Now the school has 31 teachers and 23 support staff.

Both woman were asked what made them come to Ponoka to teach. Kennedy said she ended up in Ponoka “on accident.” From 1961 o

1962 Kennedy was given a bursary from the Theresetta School Board to attend the University of Alberta, but she had to return to Theresetta to teach in the fall of 1962.

“I started to get cold feet when I realized I still had eight siblings that could come at me,” said Kennedy.

Theresetta requested she repay the bursary but allowed her to get a teaching position in another school.

Parish priest Father O’Halloran knew of a new Catholic school opening in Ponoka and Kennedy went searching for the job. “I don’t even remember being interviewed for the position.”

“I’m thankful they hired a 19-year-old with one year of postsecondary.”

Kennedy was excited about the position for several reasons. “It wasn’t a starter position, it was a brand new school.”

Kawahara came to Ponoka to teach on purpose. She grew up in the Catholic school system. “I always knew I wanted to teach in a Catholic school.”

Kennedy and Kawahara were also asked to compare teaching recourses. “We had lots of chalkboard space. I think they were green back then,” Kennedy said. She also remembers one globe and one piano circulating the school, as well as a yard stick.

Former teacher Theresa Kennedy (left) and present teacher Jocelyn Kawahara compare teaching at St. Augustine from 1962 to 2012.

Photo by Amelia Naismith “Now every classroom has its own document camera and digital camera,” said Kawahara. “Every teacher has a personal computer.”

In the conclusion of their presentation, Kennedy and Kawahara were asked their dreams and aspirations of the teaching profession.

“As a teenager of the ‘80s I’m going to use a Whitney Houston line that really does fit. I believe the children are our future so my hope for the teaching profession is that we continue to provide our students with the knowledge, skills, inspira-

tion and compassion that they can use to make the world a better place,” said Kawahara.

“I hope Catholic schools continue to flourish as a part of public education in Alberta for years to come,” said Kennedy. “Catholic schools have faced challenges in the past and they could face challenges in the future. We must be vigilant to preserve Catholic education.”

As a Big Sister Kennedy also hopes every student is given the opportunity to attend school and be successful.

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Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012

Former St. A students receive many scholastic awards

By Amelia Naismith

Rachel Selke (left) and Alexandra Josephison accept the Knights of Photo by Amelia Naismith Columbus Exemplary Student Award.

Over the weekend St. Augustine Catholic School celebrated its 50th anniversary. The school has a lot of history to commemorate but the academic achievements of students highlighted during an awards ceremony gave the school a reason to honour its present and future.

Two former students, Alexandra Josephison and Rachel Selke, both attending post-secondary schools, appreciate the money and recognition that came with their numerous awards.

“I thought I was going to get two or three and I thought Ali (Josephison) was going to get the rest,” said Selke.

Throughout high school Josephison and Selke competed over academics. “Not really out loud but inside of me I always hoped I was a little ahead of her.

But we’re pretty good friends though,” said Selke.

“We’ve got a lot of good friends pushing us, helping us compete and everything,” said Josephison.

“There’s a lot of competition for things like that.”

Josephison attends the University of Alberta, at the Augustana campus in Camrose, which she says is renowned for its physiotherapy.

“I just really like the complexity of the human body and how everything works together.” Josephison is taking a four-year bachelor of science, majoring in kinesiology. She plans to possibly move onto sports medicine or physiotherapy.

If Josephison chooses physiotherapy it’s two years for a master’s degree but if she chooses sports medicine it’s another four years for a doctorate.

Josephison used to work at a physiotherapy clinic in Ponoka. “That’s where it kind of finalized everything for me.”

In high school Josephison achieved 85 per cent in most of her classes; in some she earned 90 per cent.

She credits the support of St. Augustine’s teachers and community to helping her succeed.

“I just want to succeed and do the best that I can,” said Josephison. “I just want to find something I can wake up every morning and be like I want to do this.

Selke is also using school to follow her passions.

She’s attending Red Deer College for business. “Business is kind of my thing, that’s where I can do things naturally. And I also love baking.”

Eventually Selke hopes to open a bakery or café in Red Deer. “I just want it to be community-minded.”

Selke already feels friendly pressure to make the business a reality. People she’s told are telling other people about her plans.

Even with the pressure Selke feels her background at St. Augustine will prepare her for anything because the school was supportive. “Everybody’s so close here. There’s no cliques and we all treat each other like best friends.”

Some of the top awards Selke received are the Jimmy Rawji Science Award, Rowland Parker and Associates Math 30 Award, Premier’s Citizenship Award, Chamber of Commerce Award and Knights of Columbus Exemplary Student Award.

She also received the Governor General’s Medal, presented by Wetaskiwin MP Blaine Calkins. “What I found special about this award was the fact that Blaine Calkins himself was able to come present the award.

He isn’t able to attend a lot of the school’s functions which he is invited to, but I was honored that he came to present the award.”

Selke received numerous other awards but believes the ones given by the community are the most special to her.

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New St. A school principal takes on larger role

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

Coming into its 50th anniversary is principal Curt Baron who was transferred from the Father Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Lacombe school.

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With the school year well under way, new principal Curt Baron, at St. Augustine Catholic School takes some time to talk about his role.

Having been employed with St. Thomas Aquinas Roman Catholic Schools for the past 11 years, Baron looks forward to the challenge of being in a school with kindergarten to Grade 12 students. He served as the principal for Father Lacombe Catholic School in Lacombe for the last several years, which is a K to Grade 9 school.

“I started here in St. Augustine teaching Grade 6 for three years, and then I was vice-principal here,” explained Baron.

He is also a resident of Ponoka and enjoys the chance to “reconnect with people here.” The challenge he faces is getting a feel for how the high school operates.

“It’s always good to change and people to take on new challenges. It’s a great place. It’s a huge school…that’s a whole aspect of my career I’ve never had to do,” he said. “For me that’s a good thing in my career to try something new. I’m teaching Grade 10 religion this year.”

Despite some nervousness in his new role, he feels the staff keeps the

school operating, which helps him get used to being the principal in a larger school. Baron praised Kevin Prediger, who recently transferred to Sacred Heart School in Wetaskiwin, for preparing the school for him.

“Kevin did a great job of bringing everything where it needs (to be); and it’s not just Kevin, it’s the entire staff.

They do what needs to be done and they do it very well,” said Baron.

Baron feels comfortable with this change as well because of his involvement and history with St. Augustine.

“The nice thing about coming here is I know a good chunk of the staff. I kind of have those relations established, even though it’s been six years. We’ve kind of been in touch, my kids are in the school.”

He believes he can be a bridge between Ponoka and Lacombe should the need arise for Father Lacombe to expand to a high school.

The school has just celebrated its 50th anniversary and Baron took some time to consider its history. The first graduating class had about eight students, but this year should have approximately 25 students graduating.

“I guess the fact that there has been Catholic education here for 50 years is a milestone in itself,” said Baron.

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Catholic education faces challenges

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By Amelia Naismith Festivities surrounded St. Augustine as the school celebrated its 50th anniversary but the school also faces a growing and sobering reality.

According to a presentation given

by Troy Davies, assistant superintendent of St. Thomas Aquinas Roman Catholic School Division, the Catholic

school education system in Canada is threatened.

During his presentation he told the story of Catholic education. “That story is made up of chapters and has a long and rich history,” said Davies.

Catholic schools and missionaries have been education people since before Confederation.

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“Sadly however, publicly-funded Catholic education, after many long existences, closed shop in Newfoundland and Quebec in the 1990s,” said Davies. Only three provinces in Canada still offer funded Catholic, public education; Ontario, Saskatchewan and Alberta.

“However, Catholic education faces great challenges in our province today. There are those who consider Catholic education an archaic anomaly of an earlier era. There are those who say faith-based education has no place in a post-modern, secular society such as ours. There are those who want to write the next chapter of Catholic education, and call that chapter the conclusion,” said Davies.

Davies however, believes there is still hope for schools like St. Augustine. Davies told the crowd several years ago a report was released by Notre Dame University about the Catholic education system.

Based on questions from that report brought to Canada, Catholic education is thought to be one of the most effective faith-based education systems in the world.

Davies believes with the support of the Catholic community and others the final chapter of catholic education can be re-written before is progresses.

“Will it be said that it was our last resolve to preserve one of the great provincial treasures we have?” asked Davies. “We did not let the story show that it was us, the Catholic community itself who lacked the passion needed not to succumb.”

Davies says with the support of the community St. Augustine will be able to celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2062, if the challenges of a disappearing Catholic education system can be overcome.

Picking up a newspaper on any day show that there is a lot chaos in our culture, said Davies. But problems such as war and domestic violence do not stem from underlying political or societal problems but from an underlying spiritual problems.

“The reason for today’s chaos is people were meant to be loved and things were meant to be used.

And the problem with our world today is people are being used and things are being loved,” said Davies St. Augustine principal Curt Baron agreed with Davies’ presentation. “I think it’s very true. I think as Catholic teachers and Catholic parents we need to be very supportive of Catholic education and always keep it in the forefront so that it will continue in the future.”

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Students reap schools awards During the St. Augustine Awards Ceremony more than 100 students received awards, totaling a payout of approximately $31,000.

SENIOR HIGH Bob Ronnie Catering Physics Award Knights of Columbus Exemplary Student Award IODE Humanities Award Arthur Szynkowski Physical Education Pope John Paul II Academic Excellence Award Father Bednar Religious Education Award St. Francis of Assisi School Diversity Archbishop Collins Stewardship St. Christopher Awards STAR Catholic Scholarship Award Maria Lentz Social 30 Award St. Francis of Assisi School Diversity Archbishop Collins Stewardship St. Francis of Assisi School Diversity St. Bede (Grade 10) Archbishop Collins Stewardship St. Bede (Grade 12) STAR Catholic Scholarship Award St. Ambrose Award Father Bednar Religious Education Award STAR Catholic Scholarship Award Father Bednar Religious Education Award

Alexander Josephison Alexandra Josephison Alexandra Josephison Alexandra Josephison Alexandra Josephison Alexandra Josephison Alexandra Josephison Alexandra Josephison Alexandra Josephison Alexandra Josephison Alexandra Josephison Alison Beier Alison Beier Alysha Raine Alyssa Rain Anastasia Johnson Angela Taylor Angela Taylor Angela Taylor Ashley Gartner Ashley Gartner Bennett Holloway -Kramer STAR Catholic Scholarship Award Bennett Holloway -Kramer St. Bede (Grade 11) Brandon Kraft STAR Catholic Scholarship Award Brittney Feldberg Cosmetology Award Brittney Feldberg Kinsmen Citizenship Award (5 X $100.00) Ceanna Prediger St. Francis of Assisi School Diversity Ceanna Prediger Archbishop Collins Stewardship Ceanna Prediger St. Cecelia Fine Arts Award Celeste Tatlow Archbishop Collins Stewardship Celeste Tatlow Kinsmen Citizenship Award Chase Miller St. John Bosco Registered Apprenticeship Award Courney Hoar Arthur Szynkowski Physical Education Courtney Hoar Kinsmen Citizenship Award Courtney Hoar STAR Catholic Scholarship Award Courtney Hoar Archbishop Collins Stewardship Emma Gulka Archbishop Collins Stewardship Gaddiel Matira Sommer Home Hardware Building Centre Award Glenn Morrow Archbishop Collins Stewardship Grace Stretch Archbishop Collins Stewardship Harmonie Derepite STAR Catholic Scholarship Award Jason Freeman Superintendent’s Cup Jason Freeman St. Anne Career & Technology Studies Award (Kinetic Processes) Jelle Hesselink

STAR Catholic Scholarship Award St. Francis of Assisi School Diversity Archbishop Collins Stewardship Archbishop Collins Stewardship Arthur Szynkowski Physical Education STAR Catholic Scholarship Award St. Francis of Assisi School Diversity Kinsmen Citizenship Award (5 X $100.00) Archbishop Collins Stewardship St. Francis of Assisi School Diversity Archbishop Collins Stewardship Archbishop Richard Smith Award Archbishop Collins Stewardship Dr. Robert Halse Biological Sciences Award Bob Ronnie Catering Physics Award Archbishop Collins Stewardship Arthur Szynkowski Physical Education STAR Catholic Scholarship Award Father Archie MacKenzie Certificate of Achievement Award STAR Catholic Scholarship Award St. Zita STAR Catholic Scholarship Award St. Lucia (St. Lucy) Archbishop Collins Stewardship Archbishop Collins Stewardship Knights of Columbus Exemplary Student Award Jimmy Rawji Science Award Father Bednar Religious Education Award Archbishop Collins Stewardship Ponoka Chamber of Commerce STAR Catholic Scholarship Award St. Thomas Division Award Govenor General’s Award Premier’s Citizenship Award Rowland Parker Arthur Szynkowski Physical Education Father Bednar Religious Education Award Kinsmen Citizenship Award (5 X $100.00) STAR Catholic Scholarship Award Archbishop Collins Stewardship St. Cecelia Fine Arts Award Archbishop Collins Stewardship Archbishop Collins Stewardship Arthur Szynkowski Physical Education STAR Catholic Scholarship Award St. Lucia (St. Lucy)

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Alexandra Josephison (left) and Kyla Waknuk (right) receive the I.O.D.E Junior/Senior High Award.

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Students receive the STAR Catholic Bursary Awards.

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Meaghan Louis (left) and Vincent Nepomuceno receive the St. Lucia Award from Kelly Shrimp.

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Brittany Lange accepts her Rollie Lafreniere Award from trustee Marie Lentz.

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Car fan wins school cup

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By Amelia Naismith A recent graduate of St. Augustine grew up loving cars, and while he may not want to race them in the future, he’s already been awarded his first cup.

Each year a St. Augustine student who improves themselves as a stu-

dent is awarded the Superintendent’s Cup. This year Jason Freeman achieved the honour. “I honestly was not expecting to get anything more than the one award. The most changed student award was a surprise for me.”

He also received the STAR Cath-

olic Scholarship Award.

Freeman whi graduated last year is looking forward to attending NAIT. “I’m working towards my journeyman for mechanics.”

Freeman grew up liking cars, and as he got older developed a mechanical interest for them.

“I’ve always been a hands-on guy. Working with cars has always been a fun thing for me.”

During high school Freeman says he didn’t try very hard when it came to academics. “I was a slacker.”

However, he believes going to school for mechanics will allow him to focus because he already enjoys the subject.

Like many other students, Freeman attributes the support from his teachers to helping him get to where he is today. It was teachers’ suggestions that started him down the road to becoming a mechanic. “Throughout most of high school I had no idea what I wanted to do.”

After he finishes school and gets more experience in the field, Freeman thinks he might open his own shop.

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Ponoka Ford is bringing Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited’s Drive One 4 UR School program to Ponoka in an effort to raise up to $6,000 for St. Augustine School. For every person who test drives a Ford vehicle at the school site, Ponoka Ford and Ford of Canada will donate $20 to the organization.

“This is the fourth Drive One 4 UR School/ Community event that Ponoka Ford has done,” said Al Raugust, general manager of Ponoka Ford.

“It’s a great way to give back to the Ponoka community and to the kids who will benefit.”

The fundraising event is Oct.27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Augustine School.

Participants must be 18 or older and have a valid driver’s license. There is a limit of one test drive per household.

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Potatoes harvested for school fair

By Amelia Naismith The leaves are falling, the crops are in and that means harvest dishes and baked goods cooking in the oven.

Crestomere School recently had its Potato Pumpkin Harvest Fair that brought in community members with harvest dishes of their own, to sample potato dishes made by each of the classes.

The potatoes where planted in May and harvested by the students late September. “Junior high was paired with little kids. We just took an afternoon and dug them,” said event organizer Kathy Bogath.

The harvest yielded six five-gallon pails of potatoes, which where distributed among the classes.

As a class students had to decide what kind of dish they wanted to make.

“It’s just like a big potluck,” said Bogath. “And then they each had an area, what harvest is like to them.

The grades 1 and 2 class decorated around their table with a Field of Dreams theme. It symbolizes their growing journey with knowledge Subway Fresh and growing in the garTry Our den, said Bogath. “It’s a good metaphor.”

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Vet pens book that sinks claws into readers Terri Schlichenmeyer The Bookworm

People say your pet is lucky.

He’s got a bed in every room — including the one you share with him. She has treats whenever she wants, toys are spread everywhere, you’ve got collars in all colors, and you always remember to sign your pet’s name on every greeting card.

Yep, it’s Pet Heaven around your house but really — you know who’s got the bigger blessing. In the new book The Gift of Pets by Bruce R. Coston, DVM, you’ll read about people, pets, and a vet you won’t soon forget.

Like many small-town Minnesota kids, Bruce Coston

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dreamed of someday becoming a veterinarian. He carried that dream, and a yearning to work with horses, through his high school years until, at age 17, he found a local vet with an extreme amount of patience who allowed him to job shadow.

A couple of disastrous housecalls and a big misunderstanding later, Coston, who had had no experience with cattle or horses, realized working with large animals wasn’t for him. Dogs and cats, though? Purrfect.

Today, Coston owns a veterinary clinic in Virginia, where he cares for pets and the people who love them and where, from both ends of the leash, his clients teach him. He’s learned, for example, that children and pets go together but you can’t force a love of horseback riding.

From a certain Mr. Johnston, Coston discovered that even when a client becomes a pain in one’s posterior, it doesn’t diminish the love that client has for his dog. Nor does it lessen the pain when the dog dies.

Another client, Mrs. Laughlin, told Coston “money is no object” when it came to her pet’s life. Pets are loved, he learned, but people don’t always fare as well: her spouse’s life-saving medicine stretched the budget “too tight.”

At Coston’s hospital, there are pets that arrive in terrible health and some that come for a happy visit.

There are close calls and triumphant treatments. Walk in the door and you’ll hear barking, greetings from the clinic cat, laughter, horseplay and practical jokes. And, like every other clinic that deals with birth, death, and what’s in between, you’ll also find sadness and missing friends.

Cosy. That’s the best word I can think of to describe The Gift of Pets. You just get a cosy, blanket and hot cocoa feeling when you read a book like this.

Author Bruce R. Coston will make you laugh, yes, but he’s likewise respectful. He tells stories of eccentric owners, unique pets, and the relationships they have with one another, then he writes about humans who

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Entertainment

Church brings in Bell for fundraiser concert

By Amelia Naismith Steve Bell has been called the best-kept secret in Canadian music and he’s coming to play at the First Baptist Church as a major fundraiser for its building project.

“We’re looking to build a new church at some point,” said Shelia Pateman, project fundraising committee member.

The new addition will be attached to the old church and include a sanctuary that can seat 400 people.

Pateman says fundraising for the project has been going on for approximately two years. “In that time we bought a house and demolished it to expand our parking lot.”

“We’ve been fundraising for about two years but it’s been a dream of the church for a long time,” said Pateman.

A group called the Dream Team initially approached an architectural firm about the project, paving the way for the fundraising committee.

According to Pateman, an architectural drawing

is set but the church doesn’t have enough money to go ahead with the project.

The church is receiving a portion of the money raised at Bell’s concert.

“He’s very well known in Western Canada. He does great concerts,” said Pateman. “We’re very excited he’s coming. Like I said, he’s very well known in Christian circles. We know his music, we’ve sang it in church.”

Bell is a singer/songwriter who works to encourage Christian faith through his music.

“He certainly has a way of entertaining and ministering people that’s different every time we see him,” said Duane Stretch, who approached Bell about the concert.

Over a solo career that has spanned two decades, Bell has released 17 albums, received two Juno Awards and been nominated for two others.

The concert will take place Oct. 26 at 7:30 p.m.

A dinner buffet will precede with punch at 5:30 and dinner at 6 p.m.

Tickets for the concert only are available at http://stevebell. com/2012/08/steve-bell-at-first-baptist-church-on-october-26th/, toll free

at 1-800-854-3499 or the First Baptist Church at 403-783-5533. Tickets for the dinner and concert are only available at the church.

Family fun sweeps into town He’s been called “The Dean of Dust,” the “Squire of the Squeegee,” the CEO of CLR, but mostly he’s been called to entertain audiences across Canada and the United States for the past 25 years.

Sandy Gillis, a spokesperson for Jimmy the Janitor, said in an e-mail interview the show is made for the whole family. “Jimmy’s show is a good clean stand up comedy show (no profanity) recommended for those 13 and over. Our show in Ponoka is a comedy cabaret with bar service.”

Jimmy the Janitor brings his hilarious show to Ponoka, Oct. 25 at the Ponoka Legion. It’s good clean fun, and starts at 7:30 p.m. with two sets and an intermission in between.

The comedian usually travels for three-to six-day tours and about one to two weeks per month. He has 10 comedy CDs and his comedy feature “Jimmy Live” is heard daily in 70 radio markets across Canada. The jovial janitor has appeared on CBC Radio/Television, CTV and the Comedy Network.

Gillis feels Jimmy does a “very funny show. You’ll be glad you attended.”

What some people have said about the show: “Our audience loved Jimmy. He had us laughing ‘til we cried!” Dryden Cultural Centre.

“Great performance! There will be plenty of Jimmy the Janitor stories told around the water coolers for days to come.” Encana, Medicine Hat.

Steve Bell is coming to play at the First Baptist Church Oct. 26 at 7:30 p.m. as a major fundraiser for its building project.

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Laughs for boobs: Comedian Scott Belford keeps attendees entertained at the Boob Tour comedy show Oct. 20 at the Kinsmen Community Centre. The show was a fundraiser for an intraoperative breast ultrasound planned for Red Deer.

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The sad state of Canada’s beef industry The most recent massive recall at Alberta-based XL Foods is the last thing the Canadian beef industry needed, especially as it supplies 40 per cent of all beef consumed domestically.

This incident may yet again damage the industry’s already fragile image, particularly considering that the USDA may have discovered the outbreak before our own Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).

As consumers are questioning their relationship with their steak or hamburgers, the beef industry in Canada continues to work to recover from the 2003 mad cow crisis. Given the potential impact of this recent incident, it may never.

On May 20, 2003, international borders were closed to the import of Canadian beef almost immediately following the announcement that mad cow disease had shown up in an Alberta Black Angus breeder cow.

Thankfully, the cow didn’t get into the human food chain but the damage was done. The embargo lasted more than two years and the industry lost more than $4 billion.

Domestically, however, Canadians kept on buying beef. In fact, Canada became the only country in history to have seen its beef retail sales go up after discovering its first native mad cow case. In a time

Sylvain Charlebois Troy Media Guest Columnist of crisis, Canadians showed solidarity toward their farmers. Indeed, Canada Food Day, a national event that celebrates local Canadian food products, began as a response to the mad cow crisis. Overall, from the perspective of Canadian consumers, this potentially disastrous incident never became a food safety-based confidence issue.

However, nine years later, times have changed.

More Canadian consumers are having serious conversations about diets, trends and global food systems; that is, they care more about where their food comes from.

In addition, aggregated food demand in the country is fragmenting faster than ever; many consumers are increasingly shopping with a conscience, asking questions about such issues as conditions of production, which includes the issues of animal welfare, fair trade and organic farming.

As these and other questions get deeper traction in our collective Canadian food space, producers must

recognize that critical consumers are increasingly a force to be reckoned with.

As a result, demand for beef has been shrinking slowly but surely since mad cow hit the sector almost a decade ago.

To make matters worse, the sluggish economy has compelled consumers to opt for options such as cheaper proteins like chicken and other substitutes.

The beef industry is also facing some major challenges in international markets. In 2003, the Canadian dollar was at 73 cents US; as a result, America, historically our biggest export market, considered Canada as an affordable source of fresh beef products. Now, with the dollar hovering at around parity versus the American greenback, the Canadian beef industry is regarded differently down south.

For Americans and other export markets, the macro-economic environment has forced our beef industry to charge more for virtually the same product. Since 2003, the Canadian beef

processing industry contracted by more than 15 per cent and the XL Foods episode will definitely not enhance the industry’s quality image abroad. To add to the systemic pressures the Canadian beef industry is facing, input costs are also increasing, which makes its business case weaker almost by the day.

The global market landscape for beef has changed. What is worse, though, is that consumers themselves are in a different place as well. With this latest recall at XL Foods, the Canadian beef industry is facing some major headwinds. In 2003, in the midst of the mad cow crisis, the Canadian consumer came to the rescue.

It is unclear whether Canadian consumers are willing to give the industry another chance, as more options and substitutes are offered to them. Only time will tell.

Sylvain Charlebois is associate dean of the College of Management and Economics at the University of Guelph.

VJV MARKET REPORT MARKET REPORT OCTOBER 17, 2012

On Wednesday, October 17, 2012- 2999 head of cattle went through our rings & 1886 on the Canadian Satellite sale – TOTAL 4885

SLAUGHTER CATTLE D1 - D2 cows D3 - D4 cows Holstein cows Heiferettes Bologna Bulls Feeder bulls

57.00-67.00 45.00-56.00 45.00-59.00 70.00-80.00 77.00-83.00 80.00-92.00

Good Bred Cows 1100.00-1325.00 Milk Cows NONE Good Bred Heifers: NONE Cow/calf pairs (younger) 1400.00-1600.00 Cow/Calf pairs (older) 1100.00-1350.00

STOCKERS AND FEEDERS Good Feeder Steers 1000 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 900 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 800 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 700 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 600 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 500 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 400 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 300 lbs Plus: Replacement hfrs Dairy Steers Baby Calves Dairy Type: Baby Calves Beef Type: Hay: Sq Bales Straw: Sq. Bales Greenfeed: Sq. Bales.

110.00-121.00 116.00-125.00 123.00-132.00 130.00-140.00 135.00-147.00 147.00-155.00 165.00-180.00 180.00-205.00

Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers

105.00-112.00 110.00-119.00 115.00-123.00 116.00-129.00 125.00-132.00 125.00-135.00 140.00-155.00 150.00-175.00

up to 145.00 85.00-109.00 5.00-105.00 100.00-240.00 2.25-6.25 3.00-3.50 NONE

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The team played a strong first period but lost 6-1.

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Hard knocks: Sean Emes checks a Mountainview Colts player Oct. 20 during the home game.

Returned: Ryan Herman vollies the ball over a Lacombe player. The Ponoka Composite High School junior varsity team lost to the Lacombe Rams Oct. 17, in Lacombe.

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Broncs season closes, unites football players

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye The first season for the Broncs 12man football team has come to a close and despite a winless season, coach Scott MacGregor does not see it as a disappointment.

“I’m proud of the fact that my players never give up…they’re always classy individuals.”

Their last game against Lindsay Thurber High School Oct. 19 ended in a 52-0 loss with 43 points in the first half.

“I was proud of the second half,” MacGregor said.

The team changed its strategy and held Lindsay Thurber to nine points in the second half. MacGregor is most proud of his players for sticking together and remaining positive throughout the games. “Each game we got stronger as a team.”

His biggest challenge was keeping his team healthy; players would get sick with a cold throughout the season and it made it tough, especially in week five of the season.

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to play, compared to 10 from last year and MacGregor hopes to take advantage of their experience. Coaches will work more on the team’s passing game since Grade 11 quarterback Ruger Dye will return for next season.

“Our D-line will be strong next year, led by Cole Nelson,” he explained.

Another benefit to the team appears to be in the players’ appreciation of each other.

“It brought everyone closer together, I love it,” fullback Cole Rattray explained.

Rattray, in Grade 12, feels the respect players have for each other has helped develop their strengths despite tough teams. “No one gave up…even though we were down 45-0 we just kept going.”

He feels players were able to also develop strong relationships with teachers and coaches as well. “I definitely recommend it for other kids coming up.”

For Rattray it also united the team.

Aboriginal and Caucasian players now work together. “We’re all friends now, which is awesome.”

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Yoga and meditation offers unexpected rewards and noticed she had one Some people swear leg bent at a weird angle that yoga and meditaand tucked under her and tion are keys that unlock the other leg stretched doors to peace, fulfillout behind her. ment and other good I tried to do that, things. too, but it really, really I had a chance to exhurt, so I quit. I caught a perience both yoga and glimpse of myself in the meditation recently. mirror on the wall and Of course, the mediTreena Mielke sucked in my tummy and tation happened smack On The Other Side wished they would lower dab in the middle of an the lights even more. interview, and my interThey didn’t. viewee was a gentleman with a soft voice and kind eyes who told me, in The rest of the yoga class conno uncertain terms, how meditation sisted of the instructor telling us to worked for him. slip into these other weird posses, “I meditate a half an hour to an many of which had animal names, hour daily,” he told me and I dutifully and then staying there for an undescribbled the quote in my notebook, termined length of time, while we thinking, “Wow, good for you.” listened to our body.

He then took a small crystal ball “Ouch,” my body said. “Quit off the table and told me to close my that.” eyes and visualize it expanding and Sometime she told us to slip into growing inside of me. the child’s pose I was familiar with “Why” I asked, “would I do because I had seen my grandson acthat?”

“It will just make you feel really complish that very pose with great good,” he replied simply. “Peace- ease that very morning while sucking his thumb. ful.”

In the end we were all to lay on I tried. It didn’t work. I didn’t really feel much different, but then our mats, cover ourselves with a again, I was doing an interview and, blanket and listen to the instructor’s I told myself realistically it was voice take us quietly and peacefully neither the time nor place to allow to some other place where there were myself to slip into a meditative state no worries and things were good.

I tried to go there, but instead, no matter how good it made me feel.

But later, over shared stories immediately fell asleep, only to wake washed down with coffee and served up and see everyone rolling up their with these interestingly delicious mats and putting them away. cookies, I did feel good, so perhaps “We’re done?” I questioned, rubthe magic crystal ball had done its bing my eyes. work, after all.

I obviously need to work on both I tried yoga later in the week with yoga and meditation to reap the benmy daughter. efits that await me if I just follow I had texted her (I’m getting pret- instructions. ty good at texting) But, even though I’m still learn“Lebs du smthg 2gthr” I texted ing, one thing I know for sure. and she texted me back, “How about Sharing coffee and cookies with yoga?” a friend and chatting about not very I arrived at the yoga class 15 minmuch at all is a good thing. utes late, still dressed in my street And, sharing the gift of time with clothes. The room was dimly lit, with weird music playing and mirrors all someone who calls you ‘mom’ never, ever grows old. over the walls.

But, I’m wondering if she would I changed quickly and slipped in like to try shopping, next time. beside my daughter, pretending I had I already know how to do that. been there all along. I looked at her

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The Ponoka Roping & Riding Association would like to thank the following for their contributions and support in making the 2012 year (32nd annual) and awards banquet such a success!

Thank you to our major sponsors: Irvine Tack & Western Wear, Jones Boys Saddlery & Western Wear, Youngs Welding, the Young Family, CTT Operations, Servus Credit Union, ConocoPhillips, Lawrence Pugh Special thanks to the Ponoka Stampede Association, Dave Bunney, Riata Ranch (Purdie Family), Ronda Vold, Glenda Pugh as well as the PRRA executive & all volunteers.

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Ponoka Roping & Riding presents year-end awards The annual awards banquet for the Ponoka Riding and Roping Association was held recently and the top performers were recognized for their work.

Submitted Five and under Goat Tail Tying: Cassidy Dalzell, Janae McDougall, Keely Pugh, Denton Skjonsberg, Kally Wills, Kelly Cholach, Oakely Tonneson, Quaide Skjonsberg, Masie Burlock, Rhett Poitras.

7 and under Barrels: 1. Taylor Cholach 2. Aliyah Klassen 3. Landon Warren Fastest time: Taylor Cholach 7 and under Poles: 1. Aliyah Klassen 2. Taylor Cholach 3. Tegan Poitras Fastest time: Taylor Cholach 10 and under Goat Tail Tying: 1. Tory Towers 2. Mikenna Schauer 3. Landon Warren Fastest time: Mikenna Schauer 10 and under Breakaway: 1. Beau Cooper 2. Keeley Grover 3. Jace Thorsteinson Fastest time: Keeley Grover 14 and under Barrels: 1. Brooke Cooper 2. Emily Massing 3. Reena Robinson Fastest time: Emily Massing 14 and under Poles: 1. Mikenna Schauer 2. Montana Klassen 3. Fallon Jenkins Fastest time: Montana Klassen 14 and under Goat Tying: 1. Madelyn Schauer 2. Emily Massing 3. Brooke Cooper Fastest time: Madelyn Schauer 14 and under Breakaway: 1. Trey Purdie 2. Keeley Grover 3. Emily Massing Fastest time: Keeley Grover Youth/Sibling Team Roping: – Header - Trey Purdie, FT Trey Purdie Heeler - Lane Purdie, FT Lane Purdie Novice Barrels: 1.Montana Klassen 2.Madelyn Schauer Fastest time: Montana Klassen

The five and under goat tying awards go to: left-right: Keeley Pugh, Rhett Poitras, Oakely Tonneson, Denton Skjonsberg, Janae McDougall, Kally Wills, Kelly Cholach and Quaid Skjonsberg.

Photo submitted Novice Tie Down Roping: 1. Keifer Grover 2. Robert Saunders Fastest time: Keifer Grover Novice Breakaway: 1. Brooke Cooper 2. Madelyn Schauer Fastest time: Brooke Cooper Novice Team Roping: Header - 1. Hayden Warren 2. Mikenna Schauer Fastest time: Tim Skocdopole Novice Team Roping: Heeler - 1. Keifer Grover 2. Beau Cooper Fastest time: Keifer Grover Open Barrels: 1.Joelle Buss 2.Billie Jo Poitras Fastest time: Joelle Buss Open Poles: 1. Joelle Buss 2. Kristy Deckert Fastest time: Joelle Buss

Open Goat Tying: 1. Tana Millard 2. Alison Schauer Fastest time: Tana Millard Ladies Breakaway: Megan Wills Fastest time: Megan Wills Open Tie Down Roping: Blew Noyes Fastest time: Blew. Noyes Ribbon Roping: Roper - Blew Noyes Runner - Tara Noyes Open Team Roping: Header - 1. Rod Warren 2. Jim Cooper Fastest time: Keifer Grover Heeler - 1. Lane Purdie 2. Coyne Tonneson Fastest time: Lane Purdie Family Team Roping: Header - 1. Hayden Warren 2. Jim Cooper Fastest time: Rod Warren Heeler - 1. Rod Warren 2. Brooke Cooper Fastest time: Cole Warren

Gwen Pugh Memorial – Family Team Roping Rod & Hayden Warren Junior High Point: zTaylor Cholach Novice High Point: Keifer Grover Open High Point - Em Pritchard Memorial Award Lane Purdie Ladies’ High Point: Joelle Buss Cowboy of the Year: Ken Livingston Cowgirl of the Year: Jessica Purdie

COURAGE Yesterday and Today In search of ... Pictures of yourself, your family, loved ones or friends who have served in the Canadian Armed Forces during World War I, World War II, the Korean ConÀict, Desert Storm, Afghanistan or any of Canada’s Peacekeeping Missions.

Please ensure your photos are clearly marked with your name and address so we can return them to you.

We can reproduce black & white or colour photos of almost any size; however, we do require an original. We cannot reproduce photocopies of pictures.

Mail or bring your photos before November 2 and completed write up to: PONOKA NEWS 5019A CHIPMAN AVENUE BOX 4217 PONOKA, ALBERTA T4J 1R6 We will run as many photos as possible, but space is limited.

Those individuals whose photos have been submitted, but for whatever reason are unable to be reproduced and do not run, will be named in our special “Honour Roll.”

The Ponoka News would like to thank participating businesses and families of veterans for their assistance in the publication of this very special section.

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On Wednesday, November 7, the Ponoka News, with the generous support of the local business community, will pay tribute to those who have answered Canada’s call in time of need by publishing a very special pictorial section honouring our veterans.

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Celebrations

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County In Memoriam In loving memory of Em Pritchard April 13, 1931-Oct. 24, 2009

To all my family, relatives and friends for my 80th Birthday Party.

It was a big surprise and Bob & Deb Hepp you did a great meal for all. The evening was wonderful and I am so blessed and grateful to all.

Georgie Pugh.

THANK YOU A note to express my gratitude and appreciation to Dr. Halse and his team for the prompt and excellent care I received the evening of my injury. Thanks to Mark for his support and being there for Mary Lou. Also a special thank you to family and friends for the hospital and home visits, phone calls, cards, well wishes and gifts of food. The Home Care nurses are wonderful and are doing a super job looking after my arm.

Thank you everyone!

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It is with a humble heart and extreme gratitude that we thank everyone for their kindness after Ruth McLeod’s passing. Your phone calls of comfort, bouquets of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society and cards sharing your memories were greatly appreciated. Thank you to the Ponoka Funeral Home for their expertise and compassionate staff. Thank you to Sheelagh McClelland for capturing Ruth’s essence in her tribute. Bob Ronnie Catering and Flowers For You, for their professional services. We were overwhelmed with the familiar faces, heartfelt hugs and handshakes. Thank you so much.

Gordon, Bryan, Douglas, Joanne, Donna, Kathy and families.

Celebrations

Van’t Kruis A Come and Go tea for Corrie’s 90th Birthday on November 3, 2012 from 2-4 pm. at the Ponoka Drop In Centre 5015-46 Ave. No gifts please.

Thanks for the years you gave us, And for the happy times we shared, We only hope that when you left us, You knew how much we cared.

Now we hold you close within our hearts, And there you will remain, To walk with us throughout our lives, Until we meet again.

Dearly missed and forever loved Wally, Glenda, Brad, Billie-Jo, Tegan, Rhett, Trygve, Jolynn,Keely and Tryp

Obituaries

Olive Dille On October 17, 2012 Olive Dille of Ponoka passed away at the age of 89 years. Olive is lovingly remembered by her one son Howard (Bonnie); her two daughters Vivian Sager (Don) and Darlene McClelland; her grandchildren Corinna (Danny), Laurieanne (Gerry), Yvonne (Danny), Leone (Donny), Dan (Sandy), Marilyn (Robert), MaryAnn (Mike), Darwin (Stephanie), Keith, Rita; granddaughterin-law Sonya; her 18 great-grandchildren; her 4 greatgreat grandchildren; brothers Ronald of Vancouver and Paul of Abbotsford; and her sister Viola of Grand Forks.

Olive was predeceased by her husband Vern Dille in May 2005; her son-in-law Conrad McClelland; her two grandchildren Alan Sager and Dwayne McClelland; and one great-granddaughter Jessie Lafrenier. A Funeral Service was held at the Ponoka Funeral Home on Friday, October 19 at 1:00 p.m. with the Interment Service following at Forest Home Cemetery. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

To express condolences to Olive’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.

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LABARRE Charlene Denise LaBarre was born on October 18, 1965 in Calgary, AB. With great sadness and loss, has passed away on Monday October 15, 2012 at the age of 46. Charlene will be lovingly remembered and missed by her husband Richard LaBarre, daughter Jacquilyn Dean Tait and her Fiance Travis Hanna, grandchildren Hayden and Ireland. She is survived by her mother Darlene Sargaent and husband Willis; sisters, Karen Kotanko and family, Jacquie Munro and family, Shawna Quast and family, Lori Pollock and family; brothers, Rick Quast and family, Darren Quast and family; as well as her best friend Wanda Phillip and husband Darrell, and her faithful four legged companion Abby. She will also be missed by her in-laws Louisa and Rene LaBarre, Pierre LaBarre and family, Gynette LaBarre and family as well as many other friends and family. A service will be held on Wednesday October 24, 2012 at Ponoka Funeral Home 5115 - 50th Avenue Ponoka, AB at 2 pm.

Ronald Slemko On October 17, 2012 Mr. Ronald Roy Slemko of Ponoka passed away at the age of 69 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Louise; son Duane and Terri and granddaughters Jessica and Amy; son Kevin and Toni and grandchildren Joshua and Jada; daughter Maureen, grandson Timothy and Caitlin and greatgranddaughter Savannah, and grandson Todd; his mother Doris Slemko; brothers Larry and Gail and Danny and Gisele; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son Todd Duane on April 26, 1966 and by his father Nick. A Funeral Service was held at the Ponoka Funeral Home at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, October 22, 2012. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Ponoka Wheelchair Van Society. Ron Slemko: To a Great husband, father, son, brother, great grandfather and Poppa. You would go out of your way to please everyone around you. Whether it is fixing something or cooking you would make sure it was done properly. Your heart would fill every room you walked into. Your gratitude for live inspired us all. You will be missed and remembered.

To express condolences to Ron’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.

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Obituaries

MACKINNON, Janet Agnes (nee Roy) July 12, 1921 - October 11, 2012 Jan was born in Petersfield, Manitoba, and was the only daughter of Edwin and Jean (nee Cunningham) Roy. She grew up in Maitland, Nova Scotia with her brothers, (Alan (Audrey) Roy, the late Harvey (Marguerite) Roy, and the late Keith (Betty) Roy). After completing high school in Maitland, and secretarial training in Truro, Jan enlisted in the RCAF and was posted overseas to work in RCAF Bomber Command, 6th Group Headquarters, UK. Corporal Roy met Wing Commander Lawrence “Mac” MacKinnon from Ponoka, Alberta and they were married on October 5, 1945.

Jan and Mac made numerous moves during their marriage, living in Toronto, Georgetown ON., Calgary and Leduc, during which time they made many wonderful friends and enjoyed curling, golfing and snowmobiling before retiring to their farm in Ponoka. Jan moved to Canmore in 1986.

The 10 years in Extended Care with a failing body, but a still active mind, were incredibly difficult for the proud, private and independent minded Jan. She became the “sentry” for St. Martha’s, knowing staff and asking about their families. Her memory was as sharp as a tack and she could be extremely feisty and demanding, or kindhearted and very, very caring. As a mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Mum was unfailingly generous and supportive, but expected all to stand on their own two feet as she had done. She kept us on our toes! The highlight of her week was getting her hair done by Margaret Blokhuis in Margaret’s home salon, or St. Martha’s salon. Jan thought the world of Margaret, who cared for her and loved her with compassion.

Jan is survived by her daughter, Patricia Langridge of Banff and son, Doug (Connie) MacKinnon of Dubai, UAE, as well as her granddaughters: Alison (Steve) Archambault and Heather (Terry) McGonigal. Jan is also survived by her great grandchildren: Mackaela and Xander, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Jan was predeceased by her husband, “Mac” MacKinnon, in 1981 and her son-in-law, Ted Langridge, in 2001.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

If so desired, donations may be made in Jan’s name to St. Martha’s Place, Banff Mineral Springs Hospital, Box 1050, Banff Alberta, T1L 1H7.

Condolences for the family may be left at www.bowriverfuneral.com 403-678-4880

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Herman Nichols Herman Samuel Nichols was born in Imperial, Saskatchewan on September 26, 1923. He passed away on October 10, 2012 in Ponoka. A celebration of his life took place at St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Ponoka on October 13, 2012.

Herman taught us to enjoy the simple pleasures in life, like peppermints, blowing milk bubbles, “chickadeedee-dee”, country music and the Ponoka Parade.

Usually the instigator of a practical joke, he surrounded himself with like-minded friends who revelled in equality payback resulting in many stories - better left untold! Grey Cup train anyone?! He lived his life by the “Golden Rule” and championed the underdog.His legacy of caring for others included: pet lover, letter writer extraordinaire, working atAHP for 30 years as a Psychiatric Nurse and committed community supporter. Above all that, he was a faithful, loyal husband and family man. Herman’s laughter and life will be remembered by his wife of 58 years, Jo; his sons, David and Arlene, Darrell and Jean Anne, and Doug; his daughters, Lori and Rod, Joanne and Brian, and Cheryl and Darren; grandchildren, Tanya and Greg, Cara, Carson, Alix and Kurtis, Jennette, Blair, Dustin, Cady, Devin, Dylan, Emily, and Daniel; great-grandson, Kieran; Jo’s family - Jackie, and Ole and Marilyn. Herman was predeceased by his parents, Roy and Ruby; step-mother, Kate; sister-in-law, Marilyn; brother-in-law, Lorne; daughter-in-law, Lorraine; and granddaughter, Haley. In memory of Herman and his spirit of giving, donations are gratefully accepted to the Ponoka Wheelchair Van Society. To express condolences to Herman’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.

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HUGE HEATED

INDOOR GARAGE SALE October 26 & 27 9am – 5pm Deep freeze, dishwasher, exercise machines, clothes, automotive supplies, trunks, household, electronics, BBQ, books, old record player, plants, old piano and much, much more!

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PONOKA LIVESTOCK CO-OP LTD. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Monday, November 5, 2012 • 7 PM Ponoka Stampede Office Everyone welcome!!!

PONOKA STAMPEDE ASSOCIATION

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Thursday, November 1 @ 7:00 PM at the Ponoka Stampede Rodeo Office board room.

5616 - 39 Avenue Ponoka

Employment #700 - #920

Caregivers/Aides................710 Clerical ..............................720 Computer Personnel ..........730 Dental ................................740 Estheticians........................750 Hair Stylists ........................760 Janitorial ............................770 Found Legal ..................................780 Medical ..............................790 Oilfield ................................800 Professionals......................810 Restaurant/Hotel ................820 & Distributors ..........830 Child’s wallet on Sales Teachers/Tutors..................840 Trades ................................850 bike path Truckers/Drivers ................860 To claim call Business Opportunities......870 Miscellaneous ....................880 403-704-3932 Volunteers Wanted ............890 F O U N D g o l d r i n g s a t Positions Wanted ..............895 Shoppers Drug Mart. Call Employment Training ........900 to identify 403-783-3240 Career Planning ................920

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Please call 403-790-2908 AL-ANON Weekly meeting Tuesdays, 8 p.m. at the Neighbourhood Place, 5115-49 Ave. For more info 403-783-4557

ALATEEN Weekly meetings Tuesdays @ 8 pm Neighborhood Place 5115 49 Ave. Ponoka For more info.

403-783-4557 or 403-783-8371

Dental

740

WA N T E D R D A I I M o n . Thurs. for General dental practice in Rimbey. Previous exp. preferred. Please fax resume to 403-843-2607 Looking for a new pet?

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Oilfield

800

CENTRAL PEACE NATURAL GAS CO-OP LTD requires full-time Gas Utility Operator.

Experience, safety tickets an asset. Clean valid driver’s licence required.

Forward resume: cpngc@telusplanet.net.

Fax 780-864-2044.

Mail: Box 119, Spirit River, T0H 3G0.

NOW LOCATED in Drayton Valley.

BREKKAAS Vacuum & Tank Ltd. Wanted Class 1 & 3 Drivers with all valid tickets.

ALCOHOLICS Top wages, excellent ANONYMOUS benefits.

Please forward Monday night meetings resume to: at the Anglican Church Ponoka 8:30 p.m. Phone Email: dv@brekkaas.com.

Phone 780-621-3953.

403-783-0719 for info.

Fax 780-621-3959.

THURSDAY AA Meetings Plant operator with an at 8:30 p.m. in the Catholic ABSA class 4 power Church basement. 52 engineer ticket to join a Street & 52 Ave. Ponoka. growing energy services Open meetings first company in central Thursday of the month, Alberta. Competitive Everyone Welcome. compensation package 403-783-4347 or including medical benefits 403-783-2493 and a company vehicle. Email resumes to office@rhinoenterprises.ca.

Personals

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Marie Hasloh would like to thank the folks at Legion Arms for wishing her good luck in her new home at Shangra La Lodge.

She is very happy!

VAC & STEAM TRUCK OPERATOR. Valid Class 1 or 3, Safety Tickets, Top Wage, Camp Work, Experience an Asset. Email/Fax Resume: 780-458-8701, bryksent@telus.net

TOO MUCH STUFF? Let Classifieds help you sell it.

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ARE YOU PASSIONATE about agriculture?

We are looking for talented individuals to join our Business Development team in various locations across Western Canada.

As well, we are looking for an Agronomist for Saskatchewan GIS Technician/Scout and a Junior CSR for our Head Office in Irricana, Alberta.

If you’re an energetic career-minded individual send your resume to: jobs@decisivefarming.com

Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY JOURNALISTS, Graphic Artists, Marketing and more. Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you.

Post your resume online.

Free. Visit: www.awna.com/ resumes_add.php.

Restaurant/ Hotel

820

ERNIE O’S RESTAURANT & PUB in Edson is looking for Line Cooks. Please fax resume to 780-723-3603 or email: ernieos.doug@telus.net.

Caregivers/ Aides

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MCDONALD’S Restaurants in Ponoka, Lacombe, Gasoline Alley (East and West) and Stettler are now hiring full time TEAM LEADERS (Food Service Supervisors). Starting wage is between $11.05 to $13.00 per hour, depending upon previous experience and/or equivilent education.

All restaurants are 24 hours so applicants must be wlling to work flexible shifts, weekend, evenings and late nights. We offer benefits and opportunities for further advancement. Apply in person, or on line at cbay22@telus.net or fax resume to 403-783-4251.

Trades

850

JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER OR LABOURER REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY. Competitive wages offered.

Call 403-742-5995 or 403-742-9852

Trades

850

AN ALBERTA CONSTRUCTION COMPANY is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators.

Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction.

Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & drug testing required.

Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

EDMONTON BASED COMPANY seeks experienced Dozer, Excavator and Grader Operators for work in Northern Alberta.

Accommodations and subsistence provided.

Fax 780-488-3002; jobs@commandequipment.com PYRAMID CORPORATION IS NOW HIRING Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various sites across Alberta.

Send resume to: hr@pyramidcorporation.com or fax 780-955-HIRE.

Medical

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AG EQUIPMENT Darcy Zimmer - Sales North of Hwy 53 Phone: 403-588-8420 Ferdinand Harkema - Sales South of Hwy 53 Cell: 403-785-7149 Rick Cline - Store/Sales Manager Cell: 403-588-1957

PONOKA JOHN DEERE SALES & SERVICE

24 Hour Emergency Call 403-783-3337 Home Page: www.agroequipment.com

Wolf Creek Public Schools invites applications for the following position:

Hwy. 53 Ponoka Toll Free 877-783-3338 Ph. 403-783-3337 E-Mail: admin-ponoka@agroequipment.com

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT

Rimbey Implements Ltd.

Division Office, Ponoka

For further specifics on the above positions, please visit Wolf Creek Public Schools’ website at www.wolfcreek.ab.ca, or contact the Division Office at 403-783-3473.

Al York

General Manager Cell: (403) 783-0593

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Bus: (403) 843-3700

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Fax: (403) 843-3430

ANIMAL SERVICES

710 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

HEALTH CARE AIDES CASUAL POSITIONS

AUTO SALES

Must have current HCA Certification/ competency or commit to enroll in Norquest Apply in writing by October 28, 2012 Attn: Lana Ross Director of Care Northcott Care Centre 4209-48 Ave. Ponoka, Alberta T4J 1P4 or staffing@nothcottcarecentre.com

Ph: 403-783-4764 ask to speak to Amber, Donna, or Sue Fax: 403-783-6420 We thank you in advance for your interest.

Only applicants for interviews will be contacted.

Hair Stylists

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BUYERS The Faculty of Health and Community Studies at MacEwan University invites applications from Registered Nurses and Registered Psychiatric Nurses for faculty positions with the Psychiatric Nursing program at our two program locations – Edmonton and Ponoka.

If you are committed to innovative quality programming, excellence in 12103GG0 teaching and practice, and student-centred learning, and you have knowledge and experience in acute care or psychiatric/mental health nursing, this may be the right position for you.

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AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES

A & J AUTOMOTIVE A & J AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR 6701 - 46 Ave. 6701 46 Ave. Ponoka, AB - T4J 1J8 Ponoka, T4J 1J8 (403)AB783-8755 (403) 783-8755 Al Dickhaut Owner/Operator Al Dickhaut Owner/Operator

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BOBCAT SERVICES

Clerical

Sur-B Enterprises Ltd.

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GET YOUR FOOT IN THE GARAGE DOOR. Learn basic engine theory, power train, suspension, job safety. First step to Automotive/Heavy Duty Apprenticeships.

GPRC Fairview Campus.

1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca.

BOBCAT SERVICE • Snow Removal • Driveways & Parking Lots • Post-Hole Augering - 6, 9, 12, 15 • Corral Cleaning • Grading & Construction Call 403-783-2764 403-588-0599 CallJim JimAshbough Ashbough 783-2764ororCell: Cell: 588-0599 Jack Surbey 403-783-5283 Cell: 403-588-0597 Jack Surbey 783-5283orCell: 588-0597

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403-783-3311 CONSTRUCTION

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Trades

PONOKA OFFICE ASSISTANT Calnash Trucking has an immediate opening for an Office Assistant. In this position you will be responsible for general office duties, data entry, computer skills with knowledge in excel/word, and accounts payable/ receivable. Must be energetic, self motivated, above average communication skills, and organized.

We offer training, excellent remuneration and benefit Package.

Please submit your resume with references to “Ponoka Office Assistant” hr@calnashtrucking.com or mail/drop off to 6526 – 44 Ave., Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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GO TO YOUR next job interview with 2nd Year Heavy Duty Mechanic skills. GPRC, Fairview campus - Heavy Equipment Certificate program. Hands-on training, safety courses, opportunity to write 1st and 2nd HET apprenticeship exams. Gain 600 hours credit. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca.

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Trades

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WELDERS ARE IN GREAT DEMAND! 16 week welding program gives you First Period Apprenticeship skills.

Includes 4 week work practicum. Grande Prairie campus - January 7, 2013. Fairview campus February 25, 2013.

1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca

Start your career!

See Help Wanted T.J. LOGGING of Whitecourt, Alberta is accepting resumes for experienced heavy duty operators, hoe, dozer, skidder, buncher, processor, delimber for immediate employment.

Fax resume 780-778-2428.

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Customer Service Representative CanWest DHI is accepting applications for a permanent, full-time position in the greater Camrose and eastern Alberta areas. The successful applicant will be responsible for the regular weighing and sampling of milk from cows in DHI herds, keeping records and statistical data, and promoting dairy herd improvement. Applicants should have a thorough knowledge of the Alberta dairy industry and excellent interpersonal skills. PC skills and a degree/diploma in agriculture will be considered an asset.

Please forward your written application containing qualifications and experience

by October 28, 2012 to: Mr. L. G. Ouimet Director of Human Resources & Administration CanWest DHI 660 Speedvale Avenue West, Suite 101 Guelph, ON N1K 1E5

SALES & SERVICE

Only successful candidates for an interview will be contacted.

Motorcycles & ATV’s

850

SECURITAS CANADA Hiring Immediate FT & Casual

EMR or EMT Security Personnel for Dispatching Position Securitas Canada is looking for qualified Security Staff for a Petro-Chemical plant outside of Red Deer.

Minimum Qualification: * Alberta Security License *EMR- ACP certified *Class 4 license *Bondable *Good interpersonal skills *Good communication skills *Computer knowledge, previous emergency experience, previous security experience, client interaction experience an asset WHY SECURITAS: *Extended Health and welfare plan *Above average wages *Fully Paid uniform *All training time paid *Dedicated quality group. *Room to learn and grow.

How to apply: Apply on line at: http://www.securitas. com/ca/enca/Career/ On this web site you can click on “On line Application” and submit it to the Edmonton Branch.

Email: Dillicj@Novachem.com Fax: 403-314-8475 Integrity - Vigilance Helpfulness TOWN OF PONOKA Employment Opportunity Public Works Foreman.

For details of this position go to: www.ponoka.org or email: bwatson@ponoka.org.

Truckers/ Drivers

860

Full time or part time driver needed

403-783-5185 1-800-662-7135 Fax: 403-783-4635

Tues - Fri: 8:30 am-5:30 pm Saturday: 9 am-3 pm

Trades

Please apply at Perry’s Pizza

GARBAGE COLLECTION

“Promoting Your Health”

Full-Time/Part Time Certified Technician Qualifications: • Red Deer College Certification.

Will Consider equivalent education.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Willing to work as a team member in a fast paced environment.

• Must possess one year minimum experience.

• Strong math and good customer service skills essential.

• Must be bondable.

Apply to:

This space could be yours for $

Dwayne Waknuk or Jamil Rawji, Pharmacists Ponoka Professional Pharmacy #20, 5011-48 Avenue, Ponoka, Ab Phone: 403.783.7333 Fax: 403.783.7200 email: ponokarx@telusplanet.net Deadline: November 5, 2012

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We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but advise that only candidates selected for an interview for this competition will be contacted.

Business Opportunities

870

47 X 60 SHOP, VIKING, on 170 X 75 foot lot. Fenced compound in rear. Three 12-foot doors, three phase power. $2,000 per month.

Price negotiable. Can rent single bay. Will consider partnership in auto wrecking or vehicle repair business. Optional 50 X 30 storage shed.

Lloyd 780-220-5458.

EARN FREE TREASURE CHEST LUCKY LOTTERY VENDING MACHINES. Collect big bags of cash each month.

Small investment required.

Get full details now at website: www.tcvend.com.

FOR LEASE in Sedgewick, Alberta.

3000 sq. ft. shop, which includes a 600 sq. ft. office space w/mezzanine which has a forced air furnace. Shop - 2 - 14 ft. overhead doors, overhead heat, 3 phase power and bathroom. Complete with Å‚ acre fenced in yard.

For more information contact Mark Bonnett at 780-384-2338 or email: bonness@telusplanet.net.

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Employment Training

REQUIRED Shop Laborer Polisher Full or Part Time Crestomere area BANDIT INDUSTRIES 403-783-4284

900

COMPUTING CAREER = Great career.

Study computer technology programs at GPRC, Grande Prairie campus.

Novice to expert. Circuit design and robotics lab, data communications and networking lab.

Diploma/University transfer.

1-888-539-4774; www.gprc.ab.ca.

810

Academic Express

Adult Education & Training

340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca BLAIRMORE SOBEYS. Full-time Produce Manager. Full-time Bakery Manager. Full-time Meat Cutter. Wages negotiable.

Benefits available.

Fax resume to Ken 403-562-8985.

CARRIERS REQUIRED to deliver the Central AB Life, one day a wk. in Rimbey & Bentley Please call Debbie for details 314-4307

RIMBEYDENTALCARE DR. STEVE CALDER BS C DDS

STUDON Electric & Controls Inc. is one of Canada’s Best 50 Managed Companies. We are an industry leading Electrical & Instrumentation Contractor that prides itself in having committed and dedicated employees.

Family Friendly Dentistry Box 1100 4905 50 St. Rimbey, AB T0C 2J0

We are currently hiring:

JOURNEYMEN, 2/3/4th YEAR ELECTRICIANS FOR THE RED DEER AREA

Requirements: - 25 hours/week - Flexible hours - Diploma in social or human services (or other related field) - Exceptional people and organizational skills - Ability to make a one year commitment - Previous experience in fundraising and child/youth interactions For more information or to apply:

Resumes will be accepted until October 26, 2012.

Sales & Distributors

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EYE CARE

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ADVANCED EYE HEALTH & VISION EXAMS CONSULTATION & REFERRAL SERVICES DESIGNER EYE WEAR & CONTACT LENSES INSURED MEDICAL EYECARE SERVICES NOW AVAILABLE FOR ALL AGES

8AM - 12:30PM • 1PM - 5PM

Alchemist is committed to safety and a respectful workplace.

Step deck rates will be 78% of revenue pulling our trailers.

NAIL TECHNICIAN

Angel

Shawna S. Welz

RMT, Nail Technician

MASSAGE THERAPY AND AESTHETICS

Therapeutic Massage

Stress Relief

Relaxation Massage

Manicures Pedicures Gel Nails Waxing

Call Sandy

604.882.1518 or fax

604.882.1399

403-783-5091 Bay #6, 5103-48 Avenue, Ponoka with Tina Kobi Massage www.angelmassagetherapy.net

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880 Calnash Trucking has an immediate opening for the following position:

DISPATCHER

• Product Advisors/ Sales People

Responsibilities include coordinating equipment and personnel for rig moves and service work. Computer skills and knowledge of the trucking industry, drilling rigs and oilďŹ eld equipment, transportation rules and regulations would be an asset. Will train right candidate.

Great family atmosphere, excellent benefits package. This is a salaried position, NOT commissioned sales.

We’re waiting to hear from you!

COMPETITIVE WAGES & BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDED

4120 - 56 St., Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 1V3 Fax: 780-352-5750 toyotaab@telusplanet.net

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NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME

The wonderful staff of Toyota City Wetaskiwin is looking for YOU!

Please submit your resume to:

Drs. Heimdahl & ZoBell 403-783-5575 1-800-662-7168

OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday

Looking for step deck SO007318 class 1 drivers to run Canada and/or US. Must have 2 years safe driving experience w/ max 3 demerits on drivers abstract.

Misc.

Help

Ph. (403) 843-2173 Fax: (403) 843-2607

DENTAL CARE

The ideal candidates will have the following: • H2S, OSSA Fall Protection, OSSA Aerial Work Platform, CSTS • Journeymen or 3&4 year Electricians and/or Instrumentation Techs • A team player • Excellent communication skills

PART-TIME CASEWORKER/ FUNDRAISER

ADULT UPGRADING

Morning, Afternoon And Evening P/T Classes

DENTISTRY

The BBBS of Rimbey agency is hiring for the following position:

Box 4115/#4 5004 54 St Ponoka, AB T4J 1R5 Phone: 783-3112 Fax: 783-3108 Email: ponokabbbs@yahoo.ca

GED Preparation Community Support Worker Program

850

STUDON offers a competitive salary, incentive and benefits package.

If you are interested in this opportunity to join a dynamic and growing company, please forward your resume to the address below.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ponoka

NOVEMBER START

Trades

TR BUILDERS

is seeking a F/T carpenter & F/T laborer for new home construction near Breton starting immed., ref’s and transportation r e q ’ d . P h o n e Ty l e r 780-696-2028 eves.

NEED A CHANGE? Looking for work? www. dreamscreatethefuture.ca in the Provost region, workers of all kinds are needed now! Visit our website today for more information.

Professionals

880

hr@calnashtrucking.com

Alberta Government Funded Programs Student Funding Available!

• •

PONOKA NEWS Page 51

Submit resume to: Calnash Trucking Ltd. 6526 - 44 Avenue, Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 Fax: 403.783.3011 Email: hr@calnashtrucking.com Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please

1.877.223.3311

RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIAL • Heating • Ventilation • Air Conditioning Systems • Custom Metal Fabrication • Hearth Products PHONE: 403-783-7443 FAX: 403-783-7454 5210 - 50th Street Ponoka, AB 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE

Advertise your business in the Business Directory!

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Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012

HEATING & EAVESTROUGHING

Commercial - Residential Installations - Repair 24hr Emergency Service 3912 - 66 St Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 www.wcmltd.ca

Ph: 403.783.3501 Fax: 403.783.3531 wcmltd@telus.net

Advertise your business in the Business Directory!

CHILD SAFETY FREE CAR SEAT INSPECTION 3rd Wednesday of the month

By appointment only To register or for more information call Christine at 403.783.3987 or email christine_swift@cooperators.ca

Employment Training

900

GET YOUR FOOT in the garage door.

Learn basic engine theory, power train, suspension, job safety. First step to Automotive/Heavy Duty Apprenticeships.

GPRC Fairview Campus.

1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca.

CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS Celebrate your life with a Classified ANNOUNCEMENT

LEARN FROM HOME. Earn from home.

Medical Transcriptionists are in demand.

Lots of jobs! Enrol today for less than $95 a month.

1-800-466-1535; www.canscribe.com; admissions@canscribe.com

Employment Training

900

SAFETY TRAINING **For all your safety needs** WEEKLY CLASSES Class 1, Class 3 Air Brakes **Special Rates for Class 1 and Class 3** Other courses available Oilfield Hauler GODI Light Duty Vehicle Hours of Service TDG/WHMIS Cargo Securement Chaining Up Fatigue Management All Courses are Government Certified Group rates available Possible funding available WE’RE NOT SATISFIED UNTIL YOU’RE CERTIFIED! Call or email to reserve your seats now

Tired of Standing?

Find something to sit on in Classifieds

Employment Training

900

WELL-PAID/ LOW-STRESS CAREER IN MASSAGE THERAPY. Get the best-quality RMT education in Alberta without giving up your day job! Visit www.mhvicarsschool.com or call 1-866-491-0574 for free career information YOUR NEW CAREER is as close as your computer.

Online Active Aging Fitness Practitioner Certificate. Work with older adult fitness programs, coach master athletes.

GPRC Grande Prairie, Alberta. 1-888-539-4774; www.gprc.ab.ca.

CLASSIFIED Want Ads do more things for more people than any other form of advertising. Phone 1-877223-3311

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Carrier Team!

Business Services #1000 - #1430

Accounting .......................... 1010 Acupuncture........................1020 Advocate/Mediation ............1025 Antique Dealers & Stores ...1027 Automotive ..........................1029 Bands & DJ s ......................1030 Beauty/Cosmetic ................1040 Bookkeeping .......................1050 Cabinet Makers...................1054 Child Care/Caregivers.........1060 Carpentry............................1062 Car Rentals .........................1064 Cat Work .............................1065 Cleaning .............................1070 Clerical................................1080 Construction .......................1085 Consulting...........................1090 Contractors ......................... 1100 Computer Services ..............1110 Drafting & Design................ 1120 Eavestroughing ................... 1130 Educational ......................... 1140 Electrical ............................. 1150 Entertainment ..................... 1160 Escorts................................ 1165 Farm Equipment ................. 1168 Financial ............................. 1170 Fireplaces ........................... 1175 Flooring............................... 1180 Food/Catering ..................... 1190 Furnace Cleaning ............... 1193 Glass Shops ....................... 1196 Mobile Glass Shops............ 1197 Handyman Services ...........1200 Health Care......................... 1210 Income Tax .........................1220 Insurance ............................ 1130 Landscaping .......................1240 Land Mapping .....................1250 Legal Services ....................1260 Limousine Services ............1270 Massage Therapy ...............1280 Mechanical .........................1285 Misc. Services ....................1290 Moving & Storage ...............1300 Oilfield .................................1305 Painters/Decorators ............ 1310 Personal Services ............... 1315 Pet Services ....................... 1318 Photography .......................1320 Plumbing & Heating ............1330 Printing................................1335 Rental - Equipment .............1340 Rental - Misc .......................1350 Repair Service ....................1360 Roofing ...............................1370 Snow Removal....................1380 Travel ..................................1385 Upholstery ..........................1390 Well Drilling ........................1400 Welding ............................... 1410 Window Cleaning ................1420 Yard Care ............................1430

3 Certified Inspectors on Staff Battle River Insurance Ltd. The Co-operators 5103 48 Ave, Bay #3 Ponoka, AB

Contractors

LANCE’S

CONCRETE

VETERINARY SERVICES

Southwest Industrial Park 4102-64 St., Ponoka 403-783-5200 8 a.m. - 5 p.m Mon. to Sat. • Open late Thursday 24-hour Emergency Call Dr. Bill Frischke • Dr. Kelly Loree • Dr. Leighton Coma Dr. Trevor Hook • Dr. Emily Ames

PAINTING (1997) Residential & Commercial • Interior & Exterior • Wallpaper hanging • Free Estimates

Serving Ponoka & Central Alberta for the past 35 years.

Jerry Witvoet Jr. Ponoka, AB (403) 783-6335 Cell: (403) 783-1523

Sidewalks, driveways, shops, patios, garage pads commercial. Specialized in stamp concrete. 302-9126

EXERCISE, EARN MONEY, AND WIN PRIZES!

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Entertainment

Reliable carriers are automatically entered into a monthly draw.

BOOK your ta Singing Santa & his Mrs. Claus for Christmas events starting November 26 CALL 403-913-4239

Win an additional $50 Keep up the good work and your name will be entered to win a

$400 Gift CertiďŹ cate

Financial

Each week the Ponoka News reaches residents where they live, work and farm. In town our papers are delivered door to door by reliable carriers and we could use more help.

If you are interested in a local route please contact Susan Whitecotton at 403-783-3311

Employment Training

900

For just

$28 per week this space could be yours!

403-783-3311

DROWNING IN DEBTS? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30% or cut debts 70% thru Settlements.

Avoid bankruptcy!

Free consultation; www.mydebtsolution.com or toll free 1-877-556-3500 HIDDEN INVESTING TRICKS CHEAT HALF YOUR RETIREMENT? Expert reveals tricks and traps. Free info or pro counsel. Brutal honesty either way; lelford@shaw.ca or www.youtube.com/ user/investoradvocate ?feature=mhee.

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Borrow up to $25,000.

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HOW can you make your phone ring and make some quick cash?

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Financial

1170

Legal Services

1260

CRIMINAL RECORD? Guaranteed record removal since 1989. Confidential.

Fast. Affordable. Our A+ BBB rating assures employment/travel freedom.

Call for free information booklet.

1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366); RemoveYourRecord.com CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon.

U.S. travel waiver.

(24 hour record check).

Divorce? Simple. Fast.

Inexpensive. Debt recovery?

Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300 or 1-800-347-2540; www. accesslegalresearch.com

Misc.

Services

1290

DISCONNECTED PHONE? Phone Factory Home Phone Service. No one refused! Low monthly rate! Calling features and unlimited long distance available. Call Factory today! 1-877-336-2274; www.phonefactory.ca

1170

Financial

BE YOUR OWN BOSS!

Its everyone’s dream, but we’re the company that makes that dream a reality.

We’re Primerica, one of North America’s largest financial services marketing organizations and we’re looking for people who want to put themselves in charge.

Want to know more about our tried and true success system?

Call Kurt Bloomquist, representative at 403-347-2829 (office) or 403-704-4424 (cell)

Misc.

Services

1290

Misc.

Services

1290

Used appliances available

Berni's

1170

DO YOU NEED TO BORROW MONEY - Now? If you own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits will lend you money - It’s that simple. 1-877-486-2161.

Well Drilling

1170

Six month warranty

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 loan and +. No credit refused. Fast, easy, 100% secure. 1-877-776-1660.

1400

Refrigeration and Appliance Service We deliver and install your purchases.

403-783-4880 Well Drilling

1400

Well Drilling

1400

RURAL WATER TREATMENT

Reaching 6000 households weekly

1100

Financial

Funded in part by the Government of Canada.

SO007283 DISCOVER YOUR SPACE IN AN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES CAREER:

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE TRANSITION PROGRAM 1-888-48-MÉTIS

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03 7E ALSO SELL 3OFTENERS 0URIlERS FOR 4OWN #ITY WATER

Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012

Misc.

Services

1290

JUST MOVED? Our Hostess’ Gifts and Information are the Key to Your New Community.

Heather Goodwin 403-704-3647 heathermccg@shaw.ca FOR fast results: Classified Want Ads. Phone 1-877223-3311.

Welding

1410

Misc.

Services

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1290

Personal Services

GET 50% OFF. Join Herbal Magic this week and get 50% off.

Lose weight quickly, safely and keep it off, proven results! Call Herbal Magic today! 1-800-854-5176

IRONMAN Scrap Metal Recovery is picking up scrap again! Farm machinery, vehicles and industrial.

Serving central Alberta.

403-318-4346

TRUE ADVICE! True clarity! True Psychics!

1-877-342-3036 or 1-900-528-6258 or mobile #4486. (18+) $3.19/minute; www.truepsychics.ca.

NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds.

Reach over 1 million readers weekly.

Only $259. + GST (based on 25 words or less).

Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228.

Personal Services

Pet Services

1318

CLINKERS KENNELS

1315

* Quality Boarding for your dogs & cats *Proof of vaccinations and advance bookings required

Unplanned pregnancy may be difficult to face.

We care. For confidential help call 403-343-1611 (24 hrs.)

HOURS: Mon - Thurs 9 am - 12 Noon; 4 pm - 6 pm; Fri. 9 am - 12 Noon; 4 pm - 7 pm; Sat. 9 a.m. - 12 noon; Sun. 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. & 4 - 7 p.m.

403-783-6272

www.clinkerskennels.ca

DATING SERVICE. Long-term/short-term relationships. Free to try!

1-877-297-9883.

Live intimate conversation, Call #7878 or 1-888-534-6984.

Live adult 1on1 Call 1-866-311-9640 or #5015.

Meet local single ladies.

1-877-804-5381. (18+).

Welding

1315

1350

Rental Misc

Need RV or Self Storage?

8’ X 10’ mini storage units available for rent.

Also RV storage.

Secure compound.

Call Keith at

1410

First Call Towing

783-3636

Auctions

BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS 4625-46 Street, Lacombe, south of Tim Horton’s.

We buy for cash SALES WED. @6 pm.

ANTIQUE SALE 1st SUN. OF THE MONTH Oct. 7 AT 1 P.M. 403-782-5693

Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990

+ A Star Makes Your Ad A Winner!

MAIN: (403) 783-7591 FAX: (403) 783-8178 Website: www.harbinwelding.com E-mail: bharbin@telus.net

Auctions

CALL:

1-877-223-3311 To Place Your Ad Now!

1530

FOOD EQUIPMENT AUCTION. Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012 at 10 a.m., Montgomery Auction Sales Centre, Blackfalds.

Selling 5000 sq. ft. of restaurant, bakery, deli & butcher equipment.

1-800-371-6963; www. montgomeryauctions.com GUN & SPORTSMAN AUCTION. October 27, 10 a.m.

Firearms, Militaria, ammo, weaponry and more!

Unreserved! No buyers fee! Wainwright, Alberta.

Scribner Auction 780-842-5666. Details: www.scribnernet.com.

Dan & Evelyn HERLE (Ponoka, AB) Saturday, October 27, 2012 @ 11:00 a.m.

Directions: From Junc. of Hwys # 2 & #53, 1 mile west on #53 to Rge Rd 262, then 1 mile south.

SELLING: 2002 Kubota M8200 w/3pth & Allied ldr, 1400 hrs; 1991 Buick Regal 3800; 1975 Dodge one ton; S & H 16’ stock trailer; Suzuki 400 quad; Gypsy 540 holiday trailer; NH & Swisher trail type mowers; King Kutter II 5’, 3 pth rototiller; MF side delivery rake; Cockshutt cultivator; Bytex tandem axle 8 x 16 trailer; Road Box scraper; bale feeders, gates & panels; Can Wood meat saw w/grinder attch; Firearms; & more.

PLEASE NOTE: For more info, contact Dan @ (403) 704-5487.

COMPLETE LISTING w/Photos: www.zimmermanauctions.com GeraldZimmerman Zimmerman Gerald

(780) 352-4994 352-4994 (780) Wetaskiwin,AB AB Wetaskiwin, License#312638 #312638 License

m

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Ltd. Ltd.

1760

NEVER SHOCK CHLORINATE AGAIN! Newly Patented!

“Kontinuous Shok” Chlorinator. No mess: Effective year round eliminating bacterial growth, smell and slime.

Inexpensive.

Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON; www.bigirondrilling.com.

1840

Dogs

SILVER Lab pups P.B. Parents CKC reg. vet checked, 1st shots. 3 F, 4 M. $600 403-843-6564, 785-5772

Agricultural #2000 - #2290 Farm Equipment

2010

Houses/ Duplexes

3020

AVAILABLE NOV 1 Newer 3 bdrm, 1 ½ bath duplex 6 appliances. N/S, N/P $1200/mth plus utilities & D.D.

403-783-6858

FARMHOUSE FOR RENT

2 ½ miles south on MacDonald Road No pets, no smokers Utilities included $1100/mth plus D.D.

403-783-4279 3 BDRM. Duplex, 4 appls., rent $850 + utils. avail.

Nov.1, 403-783-3860 HOUSE FOR RENT in BRETON, 2 bdrm,. 1 bath 700 sq.ft., $1200 rent incl. utils., + $1200 d.d., n/s, no pets, avail. Nov. 1, Tyler 780-696-2028 eves.

Condos/ Townhouses

3030

INDUSTRIAL SPRAYING Available Dec. 1 & RECLAMATION HIGHLINE 6600, bale Newly renovated 3 EQUIPMENT. processor, good condition, Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers. bdrm, 2 ½ bath condo, 403-704-0964 Unreserved Public Auction with hardwood floors. in Lloydminster, All appliances plus Saskatchewan on October 31, 2012. high efficiency Livestock Featuring a complete washer/dryer and dispersal for Corner Brook 15 TAN & WHITE BRED deep freeze.

Farms including: 7 Massey COWS. 403-740-5354 Ferguson MFWD Tractors, Close to most pickup and flatbed trucks, amenities. trailers, custom built Grain, Feed Pets negotiable. sprayers, AG equipment, recreational vehicles and Hay $1200/mnth plus D.D. much more!

Call after 4pm HEATED CANOLA Call 1-800-491-4494 buying Green, Heated or or visit: rbauction.com 403-704-1350 Springthrashed Canola.

Buying: oats, barley, MEIER GUN AUCTION. wheat & peas for feed.

Saturday, October 27, 4 Plexes/ Buying damaged or 11 a.m., 6 Plexes offgrade grain.

6016 - 72A Ave., “On Farm Pickup” Edmonton.

3 bedroom main floor in Westcan Feed & Grain, 200 guns - handguns, 4plex. Good location $895.

1-877-250-5252 rifles, shotguns, hunting Phone 403-704-1221. equipment. Call to consign ROUND HAY BALES $20.

780-440-1860. and up. Delivery available.

No Sunday calls please.

Suites Phone 403-704-3509.

Building

VETERINARY SERVICES

Ponoka Veterinary Clinic Dr. Murray Jacobson Dr. Clayton West Dr. Ashley Shannon

Mon. - Fri. 8 am - 5 pm Sat. 9 am - 4:30 pm

24 Hr. Emergency 403-783-4348

5502 - Hwy 2A Ponoka, AB

T4J 1M1

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE FOR JUST

$28

PER WEEK.

CALL 4037833311 WATER WELL DRILLING SERVICES

2100

2190

3050

METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Best prices!

36” Hi-Tensile TUFF-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft. 40 Year Warranty.

ALTA-WIDE Builders Supplies 1-888-263-8254.

1580

VENDORS Wanted. Nov.3rd Holiday Inn 67th Red Deer.

New & gently used children’s sale.

403-358-8939 www. everythingforkidzsale.com

EquipmentHeavy

3060

1550

LAMINATED POST BUILDINGS FARM AND COMMERCIAL. Prairie Post Frame serving Alberta. For pricing Calgary South, Barrie 403-506-7845; barrier @prairiepostframe.ca Calgary North, Howard 403-586-7678; howard @prairiepostframe.ca

Children's Items

AUCTION REMINDER

Misc. for Sale

www.bigstrapperauctions.net

Supplies • B-PRESSURE • PIPELINE • OILFIELD • ASME Section VIII Division I VESSEL FABRICATION & PIPING • SHOP/PORTABLE • CNC PLASMA CUTTING • ALUMINUM • SHEARING & FORMING

1530

1630

GO TO YOUR NEXT JOB INTERVIEW WITH 2ND YEAR HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC SKILLS. GPRC, Fairview campus Heavy Equipment Certificate program.

Hands-on training, safety courses, opportunity to write 1st and 2nd HET apprenticeship exams.

Gain 600 hours credit.

1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca.

For Rent #3000 - #3200

Houses/ Duplexes

BASEMENT SUITE FOR RENT north end of Ponoka Utilities included except cable/phone Free wireless internet & laundry N/S, N/P $495/mnth 403-550-9810

3020

GREIG HOLDINGS INC. PROPERTIES FOR RENT COMMERCIAL 3000 sq ft commercial building downtown good retail/office space, on Chipman Ave. for sale or lease.

RESIDENTIAL 3 Bdrm Condo with attached garage, c/w fridge, stove, dishwasher. $1125/mo. Avail. immediately 2 bdrm in Lancaster Place c/w fridge, stove – $700/mo, plus pwr., Avail. immediately • All residences are no smoking and no pets damage/security deposit same as rent unless stated otherwise.

Applications and references required for all properties. Working people preferred.

Contact Ernie Anderson at Greig Holdings Inc. @ 403-783-8580 Bay 6, 5012 50 Street, Ponoka, Alberta

Your water well solution for over 30 years • Specializing in water wells with PVC casing • Government grants in effect for farmers • New pumps & pressure system installation • Same day service - on most pump & pressure system repairs

Call Cliff today for a free estimate (403) 350-0106 WATER WELL DRILLING SERVICES

Darcy’s Drilling Services • water wells drilled & serviced • new pump & pressure system installations • all types of pump repairs • well shocking Darcy Schmidt Ph: (403) 783-2220 Fax: (403) 783-8828 Email: darcysdrillingservices@hotmail.com

WATER WELL SERVICE

ECKLUND

Water Well Service

• Install & Service Pumps • Shock Wells • Pressure Systems Serviced & Installed Home: (403) 783-3712 Cell: (403) 704-3413

Advertise your business in the Business Directory!

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Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012

PLUMBING SHANDALL PLUMBING LTD. JAMES AVERY “Reasonable rates on all your plumbing needs” Gas Fitting - Home Renovations - Drain Cleaning -24 HOUR SERVICE5306 - 60 ST, PONOKA, AB T4J 1K7 PH: (403) 783-6372 • FAX (403) 783-6345

PLUMBING

PONOKA PLUMBING & HEATING We now carry a complete line of Ritchie Stockwater parts Hours of Business: Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 5 pm

5110 -50 Street Box 4414 Ponoka, Alberta T4J 1R7

Suites

3060

28

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311 PORTABLE TOILET RENTALS

LittleJONS’ Hand Wash Stations Handicap Units Trailer Units New Solar Powered Units with Running Water

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www.littlejons.ca

Reaching 6000 households weekly for just

28

$

PER WEEK

This space could be yours!

403-783-3311 TRAVEL

JULIE’S TRAVEL Julie Evans 403-783-4954 403-704-3584

“Certified to sell travel with knowledge you can trust”

email: juliestravel@telus.net www.juliestravel.ca

4020

PONOKA: 2 bedroom apartment, blinds, heat, water, fridge, stove. Adult building, no children, no pets. (403)783-5434

* RIVERSIDE APTS. * Newly renovated 1 & 2 bedroom units in Ponoka: 3724-45 Street.

403-357-0287

Mobile Lot

Real Estate #4000 - #4190 Condos/ Townhouses

IMMAC. retirement home in quiet neighborhood, no stairs, walk-in shower, 5 appls. 2 bdrm., murphy bed, sprinkler system, a/c, sunroom, r.v. parking stall in back yard. $285,000.

403-346-7920 for appt. to view

3190

EMPTY LOT FOR RENT RIMBEY TOWN MOBILE HOME PARK Call Betty 403-843-3944

Acreages

4050

Picturesque Recreational River Hobby Farm.

PONOKA: 1 bedroom suite (partially furnished). Rent includes all utilities, except tv & phone. Washer and dryer available.

403-783-4628

JESSE ZINTER Office - 403-783-5489

This space could be yours for $

Houses For Sale

RARE OPPORTUNITY

3 bdrm. heritage home on beautiful private lot in Woodlea, backing onto Waskasoo Creek. Reno or Build. 416-918-0195

TELL it all! Tell it well! Make your ads sell for you by giving full description of goods or services offered. Include prices and terms. Phone 1-877-223-3311 for a friendly ad taker.

Ideal for horses or cattle.

Corrals, fenced, heated barn & shop.

Open concept custom built bungalow. $465,000.

403-843-6182 (Rimbey)

4090

Manufactured Homes

OLD MAN WINTER IS COMING! Immediate delivery on 2011 SRI stock at drastically reduced prices!

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Call now for details; www.dynamicmodular.ca.

1-877-341-4422, Red Deer YEAR END CLEARANCE! Vast selection: single/20’ wides and like-new pre-owned homes.

Starting at only $69,900.

Delivery anywhere in Alberta! 1-800-461-7632.

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Automotive Services ........5010 Antique & Classic Autos ....5020 Cars ..................................5030 SUV’s................................5040 Trucks ..............................5050 Heavy Trucks....................5060 Vans/Buses ......................5070 Motorcycles ......................5080 Campers ..........................5090 Motorhomes......................5100 5th Wheels........................5110 Holiday Trailers ................5120 Tent Trailers ......................5130 Utility Trailers ....................5140 ATV’s ................................5150 Boats & Marine ................5160 Snowmobiles ....................5170 Tires, Parts & Accessories ......................5180 Auto Wreckers ..................5190 Vehicles Wanted ..............5200 Car/Truck Rental ..............5210 Recreational Vehicle Rental ..............................5220 Trailer Rental ....................5230 Misc. Automotive ..............5240 RV’s ..................................5300

Antique & Classic Autos

The easy way to find a buyer for items you want to sell is with a Classified want ad. Phone 1-877-2233311

5020

“ WHEEL DEAL” 5 LINE PHOTO AD (1 Line in BOLD print) 1 WEEK IN THE RED DEER ADVOCATE &

1 Insertion In These Community Papers: BASHAW, CASTOR, CENTRAL AB LIFE PONOKA, RIMBEY,STETTLER, WEEKENDER, SYLVAN, ECKVILLE

PLUS *WEDNESDAY’S FASTTRACK PHOTO AD and

1 week on wegotads.ca only

$84.21

4040

Includes GST - additional lines extra charge (REGULAR PRICE $141.14)

1967 CHEVY Pickup

5000 km on complete restoration. $9500.

403-340-8407 or 877-2909 HOW can you make your phone ring and make some quick cash?

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Phone 1-877-223-3311

Public Notices

CALL 309-3300 CLASSIFIEDS

classifieds@reddeeradvocate.com wegotads.ca

6010

Ponoka County

PUBLIC NOTICE Amendment to Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU The Council of Ponoka County has been asked by Precision Precast Ltd & Keith & Tammy Rattray to amend Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU as follows: Reclassify Pt SE 10-42-26-W4 (approximately 52.00 acres total) from Agricultural District to Rural Industrial to allow for future development of a manufacturing facility on the rezoned area.

Before considering the by-law, Council will hold a Public Hearing at which any person claiming to be affected may ask questions or make comments. This hearing is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, November 6, 2012 in the Council Chambers of the County Administration Building.

A copy of the proposed bylaw may be inspected at the County Administration Building, Ponoka, Alberta during regular office hours.

Charlie B. Cutforth Chief Administrative Officer Ponoka County 4205 - Highway #2A PONOKA, Alberta T4J 1V9 Phone: 783-3333 Fax: 783-6965 e-mail: PonokaCounty@PonokaCounty.com

Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012

Cars

5030

CARS FROM $49/week, SUVs from $79/week, trucks from $99/week.

Get approved with bad credit, no credit or bankruptcy. $0 down.

Call our Approval Hotline 1-888-222-0663.

Ford, Toyota, Chevy, Honda, Dodge

2011 TOYOTA CAMRY LE 63,000 kms immaculate. $17,900 Senior. Warranty.

Private. 403-887-2790

Trucks

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Public Notice PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE COUNTY’S LAND USE BYLAW

Bylaw No. 1162/12 Part 3 – Development Application Lacombe County Council has given first reading to Bylaw No. 1162/12, the purpose of which is to amend Part 3 in the County’s Land Use Bylaw to require confirmation from the Energy Resources Conservation Board on the absence or presence of abandoned wells as part of the development permit application process. The reason for the amendment is to accommodate a change to the Subdivision and Development Regulation (Alberta Regulation 160/2012) which obliges municipalities to request confirmation from applicants regarding the location of abandoned wells from the Energy Resources Conservation Board for lands subject to a subdivision or development application.

A copy of the Bylaw with the proposed amendment may be obtained from the County’s Planning and Development Department or by visiting the County’s website at www.lacombecounty.com.

Anyone wishing to comment on the proposed Bylaw amendments will have an opportunity to do so at a public hearing which has been arranged for: Date: Time: Place:

Friday, November 9, 2012 9:00 AM Lacombe County Council Chambers located 2½ miles west of Highway 2 at the intersection of Spruceville Road and Highway 12

If you are unable to attend the hearing, written submissions can be made to the County.

You will, however, need to ensure that your comments are received by the County prior to the date of the hearing. Your comments can be sent by email to info@lacombecounty.com, by fax to 403-782-3820 or by mail to RR 3, Lacombe AB T4L 2N3. All submissions will be public information.

For more information, please contact the Planning and Development Department.

Dale Freitag, RPP, MCIP Manager of Planning Services Lacombe County, RR 3, Lacombe AB T4L 2N3

Phone: 403-782-6601; Fax: 403-782-3820

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