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Councillors approve updated snow clearing policy

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye After months of planning — and just in time for winter — Ponoka’s new snow removal policy has been approved by council.

The snow clearing and ice control policy for the Town of Ponoka was discussed Oct. 23. CAO Brad Watson said there have been some changes to last year’s proposal, mainly in wording.

“We’ve changed words from snow hauling to clearing, hauling comes later,” he explained.

Mike Lewis, director of operations and property services,

said the town will not dump snow on the Ponoka Stampede Association land west of St. Augustine Catholic School this year as the property has been rezoned.

Mayor Larry Henkelman suggested contractors should be notified of the decision not to dump snow on that land. “Especially if there is a large dump of snow.”

Coun. Shayne Steffen suggested the maps of the plan be updated to include new annexed land.

Watson said contractors will be notified of the snow dumping change and he will have the maps updated.

Coun. John Jacobs was concerned with salt being damaging to landowners’ lawns. Lewis said the amount of salt used

to melt the ice is not enough to damage the grass. He used an example of his previous work in Lacombe where they studied the effect on spruce trees, which are more sensitive.

“There wasn’t enough salt when the ice melted to hurt the spruce. And they are highly susceptible to salt,” he explained.

He also feels the way the salt melts the ice helps give drivers traction on the roads. “It’s the shape of the rock that gives you the traction, not the ice.”

Snow clearing and ice control typically occurs between Nov. 1 and March 31.

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Brandt celebrates Small Town Heroes at ag centre

By Amelia Naismith Paul Brandt rocked the house in a concert held to recognize small town heroes in a perfect marriage of art and community.

Ponoka was the first stop in Brandt’s 2012 Small Town Heroes Contest Tour. The event was an appreciation concert held for the eight runnersup and also made history as the first concert held at the Calnash Ag Event Centre.

Brandt ended his tour on Oct. 28 with a private concert in Teepee Creek, home of grand finalist Mack Erno. Smokey Lake, home of Ed Boychuk, also received a private concert.

“This is a great year to be doing Small Town Heroes,” said Brandt in an interview with Ponoka News. “This is the third year we’ve done Small Town Heroes and it’s just been an incredible success.”

“It’s just been a great experience for us.

We’re so glad the legacy of Small Town Heroes is continuing,” said Amanda Bates, director of communications and brand strategy with UFA, after she thanked the small town heroes for their time and passion.

Brandt, who’s teamed with UFA for the project, believes the Small Town Heroes Tour is a great way to showcase how important it is for people to step up in their communities. “We’re celebrating the people who go above and beyond, namelessly.

They’re willing to do it even if nobody notices.”

The Small Town Heroes top 10 finalists are: Alex Halat of Chestermere, Angela Henley of Falher, Nick Ruigrok of Okotoks, Abe Crawford of Olds, Nathan Hardy of Devon, Mandeja Sargent of Alix, Marilyn Wolfe of Champion, Erin Steeves Paul Brandt sang to fans at the ag event centre Oct. 25 for UFA’s Small Photo by Amelia Naismith of Rimbey, and grand finalists Ed Boychuk from Town Heroes Contest Tour.

Smokey Lake and Mack Erno of Teepee Creek.

“In the last couple of years we’ve done Small through a night if I didn’t play Al- a real labour of love for me to get the chance to get that out.”

Town Heroes we’ve met a lot of amazing people,” berta Bound.”

Brandt also sang a few new songs.

During the concert Brandt once said Brandt. “These are people who’ve built their community right from the very beginning and a lot His latest album was released Oct. 16 again took the time to not only recof times it’s hard to get them up on stage to even and takes a different direction from ognize the winners of the contest accept the award because they’re usually just re- his other works. The album, Just As I but all small town heroes, including Am, takes Brandt back to his gospel overseas troops. ally humble, behind-the-scenes kind of people.”

Brandt told the crowd how the Before the concert Brandt made no effort to roots but retains the country flavour Ponoka show brought back many hide how excited he was to meet the small town he’s known for.

“It’s been really well received so memories of this first concerts. “That heroes and personally thank them for all their efforts. “For me, there’s one thing that I hope they far. But you never know what to ex- Small Town Hero Tour, the very first get out of this is a general, overwhelming feeling pect when you put out a new album, one that I did, is probably the fondest of respect. We had to dig to find these people, they whether people are going to get into memory I have in my entire career.”

Brandt feels blessed to have the had to be nominated in their communities. I think it or not,” said Brandt. “It’s fun, these are the songs I grew up with. It was opportunity to play for people in that’s incredible.”

In 2001 Brandt released the album Small Towns and Big Dreams.

He feels it was that album and the title track that initially attracted UFA. “We started talking about how much we had in common,” he said. “It’s just a perfect marriage of art and UP TO community.”

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small towns. “It was a real decision for me. I’d just come off selling one million records with Warner Brothers and we were trying to figure what the next move was.”

He decided he wanted to try and recreate a genuine process of discovery and country music and believed the best place to do that was small towns. “I’ve made a lot of good memories and tonight I’m hoping to make many more.”

“You always get inspirations when you do things where there’s a story.” Brandt believes people in small towns are the best, most authentic fuel for county music.

Brandt says it’s the people in small towns who wave and honk and visit during the Small Town Heroes Tours, which he’s thankful for. “That’s really what county music is all about and I think it’s a perfect fit for what we do.”

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Anglin speaks against utilities amendment

By Treena Mielke MLA Joe Anglin is less than impressed with a new bill introduced by the Tories to ensure all future transmission line projects are reviewed and approved by the Alberta Utilities Commission.

“Every jurisdiction in North America uses a utility board to make decisions,” he said.

Anglin, the Wildrose MLA for Rimbey-Rocky Mountain House-Sundre, said the bill was changed by the Conservatives in 2009 to eliminate the process of approval by the AUC, and instead making it law that the provincial cabinet approve the projects.

Anglin said his primary bone of contention with the bill is the government wants to leave the lines in that they have already approved.

“That is problematic on a multitude of levels.”

The MLA said DC power lines have been approved between Calgary and Edmonton at an additional cost of $2 million.

“No one can answer the question as to why DC lines were used,” he said. “Who made that decision?

Nobody seems to know. And what does it get the public?

Anglin said the issue may be debated in the legis-

lature Oct. 31. “They are wasting a lot of money.”

Bill 8, the Electric Utilities Amendment Act, 2012, is based on input from Albertans and a direct response to a key recommendation in the Critical Transmission Review Committee report, which the province accepted in February.

Under the Electric Statutes Amendment Act, 2009, the government approved the need for four critical transmission infrastructure projects. These included the Heartland transmission line, the Edmonton to Fort McMurray transmission lines, reinforcement lines between Edmonton and Calgary (north-south lines), and a Calgary Substation. These projects will all continue as plans; however, all new projects will be subject to the AUC needs-assessment process.

In its report, the CTRC reaffirmed the need for the north-south projects.

“Alberta needs strong transmission as our province continues to grow,” said Ken Hughes, minister of energy. “Allowing the electricity regulator to determine need will give confidence to Albertans that projects moving forward will help power our homes and communities.”

Power distribution rates increase

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Town councillors were asked to approve electrical service rates and distribution rates Oct. 23. Power distribution rates have increased by 18.2 per cent compared to last year, explained CAO Brad Watson.

“Fortis and other electric companies made major increase applications to the Alberta Utilities Commission,” he said.

Betty Quinlan, director of corporate services, said because Ponoka is a wire owner residents pay less than what Fortis would be charging. “Fortis charges us for shipping costs, if you will, to ship it to our doorstep.

We parcel that out and put that down to each retailer and consumer.”

The distribution cost is calculated from previous years and she used the example of a consumer using 600 kWH. Their cost would go to $45.44 from $38.44, the Town of Ponoka collects 95 cents. Calculating the rate increase takes fairly complicated math as the town considers future and past costs to keep the system running.

“Basically we collect enough money to run our electrical system,” she said.

Other communities with their own power have rates just slightly higher: Comparable rates at 600 kWH in Fort MacLeod is $48, Cardston $49, Crowsnest Pass $47 and Fortis charges $50. County residents pay the

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Operating revenue and expenditures Councillors received the Sept. 30 operating statement for the Town of Ponoka showing a current surplus of $606,645 and revenues at $10 million.

Quinlan doesn’t expect the surplus to be as great at the end of the year as some projects have not yet been completed. Capital expenditures are fairly low, but the town has not yet received invoicing from contractors.

Tax revenue received is $3.7 million with a budget of $4.9 million. Large capital projects such as the southwest industrial park have, for the most part, been completed.

“The first lift of pavement is done, the second lift is going to be done in the spring,” said Quinlan.

Water and wastewater costs are at $1.7 million with a budget of $2.5 million. Where the cost can increase is for unexpected issues such as a watermain break, which can be fairly expensive. “That tends to really drive your costs up.”

She was glad to say there have been no major surprises, which is something the town wants to see in its operations.

Council meeting changes To ensure councillors could be in attendance at the next meeting the date has been changed to Thursday Nov. 8 at 7 p.m.

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Snow clearing updated Continued from page 1 Normal clearing is conducted Monday to Friday unless the director sees a need for overtime work.

Other than in an emergency, snow clearing will cease when it is colder than -40 degrees C. Priorities are on emergency routes and will begin when there is an accumulation of 10 centimetres of snow.

CAO Brad Watson said those specific routes would give the police, the Ponoka Fire Department and ambulances safe access to the highways.

Blading the roads rather than grading is the focus for town staff. Watson feels it will give residents a way to travel through town instead of getting stuck. For residential streets, staff will “blade to one side, probably the even numbers on the even years, the odd numbers in the odd years.”

Those who will have snow pushed to their side of the street might also have snow piles in front of their driveways.

Residents will receive notice from the town that staff will clear snow piles in a timely manner.

“We live in Alberta, we have snow and we’re going to undertake clearing it to make it better,” said Watson.

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Other items on the plan include: • Only major roads with high volume will be cleared to the road surface.

• Residential roadways that are not a designated priority will be cleared if the director deems driving conditions to be difficult.

• Primary ice control priorities are: intersections at traffic lights; railway crossings, bridges and corners on arterial roadways; railway crossings, bridges, and corners on collector roads on collector roads; and hills.

• Criteria for service level priorities: 1.

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Living under God’s reign benefits other people 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.

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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.

A loving, gentle, caring people - welcome you!

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

Sunday @ 10:30 a.m.

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It’s quite amazing the number of people I meet who declare themselves to be Christian, even though they have no connection with any church. Because I worked for so many years in a public institution, hospital rather than congregaJames Strachan tion, I had the privilege The United Church of pursuing lengthy of Canada conversations about Not a member of this topic with quite a The Ponoka number of folk.

Ministerial Association Most of the people who do not wish to be identified with any church have either been hurt in or by a church or are embarrassed by a church’s actions or statements. They have no trouble identifying with the message of Jesus, the way of Jesus, even identifying with the resurrection of the Christ. But church?

Not a chance. In one way or another, the church, often their church, lost its “shine” a long time ago, and they won’t go back.

Recently, I read an article in the Huffington Post about evangelical Christians leaving their churches because their churches seem only to be able to define themselves as “being against” someone else. They longed for a church that could exist without having to have a human enemy, who could have non-Christian, but human, friends in other camps.

To be honest, much the same situation prevails in mainline churches, like my own. I grew up in a church that defined itself as being “not Catholic.”

There are lots of UCC people who define themselves as being “not one of them,” meaning either

conservative evangelicals, Jehovah’s Witness, or some other faith group.

It seems so contradictory to the ways and practices of Jesus to be “against” someone who attempts to serve and worship God in a different manner from me. After all, Jesus did say, “Anyone who is not against us is for us.”(Mark 9: 40). (I know, I know, he is also quoted as having said, “He who is not with me is against me…”

(Matthew 12:30). Take your pick: could he have said both, or did Mark hear one, while Matthew heard another? Which one of them speaks accurately for Jesus?)

If we read the gospels carefully, and attempt to lay aside our denominational doctrinal biases (even if we come from a so-called “nondenominational” church), we will notice Jesus is reported to have spent a good deal of time talking about a) following The Way, and b) living in the “Kingdom of God.” The Way seems to refer to the manner of life that demonstrates that your life, either singly or in a group, demonstrates living under the reign of God, your ruler or King. The Kingdom of God seems to refer, not to something that comes along after this life, but a manner of living now that is markedly different from the way the conventional world lives.

It is unfortunate so many churches, and so many individual Christians, seem to live such conventional lives,

demonstrating the values of the current age, rather than the values that appear to make up “living under God’s reign.” And living under God’s reign seems to have little to do with being against anyone, and a lot to do with living for other people.

Jesus’ “parables” — stories that drive home a point rather simply and forcefully, remind us that attention and care for those at the bottom of society’s pile is primary, that generosity mirrors God’s way most clearly, and that “righteousness” is most clearly shown in doing justice to those whose lives are treated with manifest injustice. Jesus doesn’t particularly praise attending to corporate worship, nor is he always polite to the well off and powerful. He praises standing up for those who have no voice, and called the well-off and powerful to recognize the supreme power beyond themselves that is the Creator of the Universe, and of all human beings.

If you have a friend or family member who has left the church because they are fed up with something in it, ask them what it is, and then ask them what they think the church should be doing as an alternative. And be prepared to hold your tongue and listen. You might not like what they say about your church (or mine). But his or her voice may carry the voice of God more clearly than anyone else’s.

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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. 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

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Remembrance Day Sunday, November 11, 2012

Parade: 10:15 a.m. ATCO Gas to Legion Cenotaph Service: 10:45 a.m. Legion Auditorium (Potluck lunch to follow, bring your favorite dish) Come out and support Canada’s Veterans and Military Personnel All activities at Royal Canadian Legion Br. 66, 3911 Hwy 2A

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New members always welcome at Ponoka Drop-In Centre

By Mike Rainone for the News The Ponoka Seniors Drop-In Centre at 5015-46th Avenue has been playing host to hundreds of 55-plus members from our town and county for close to 30 years. Many delightful year-round activities are enjoyed at this bright and friendly home away from home, with ongoing plans for the future promised to be exciting for current and hopefully lots of future members. It is always a great place to relax and visit in the bright and comfortable surroundings, with absolutely no stress or hurry required while enjoying a friendly game of cards or pool or the activity of your choice with old or new friends and neighbours. And the coffee pot is always on.

An active volunteer executive committee at the Drop-In Centre is currently reaching out to encourage all 55-plus residents to come on down and enjoy your community facility whenever you wish, and please bring along a friend. New members and guests are always welcome at all events, with new ideas for future programs important and appreciated.

Open house set for Thursday, Nov. 1 A casual opportunity to visit the Ponoka Seniors’ Drop-In Centre, tour the newly renovated building, and enjoy some refreshments with

members and guests will occur on Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m. The evening will also offer a chance to learn about all the existing programs at the DropIn, as well as to discuss and share ideas about possible activities that could be planned for everyone to get involved in for the future. Please bring along a friend, as the welcome mat is always out for all people age 55 and over to join the fun.

Current activities that are featured each week at the centre include: billiards from Monday through Saturday at 9 a.m., as well as bridge at 1:15 p.m. and whist at 1:30 p.m., both on Monday afternoons. Invigorating exercise classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m., while on Tuesday evenings the 7 p.m. shuffleboard sessions are popular. On Wednesdays members can enjoy a number of events, including the Sewing Guild from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., cribbage at 1:30 p.m., and floor curling at 7 p.m. Each Thursday afternoon weaving is hosted at 1 p.m. and partner bridge at 1:15 p.m., then on Fridays the ‘500’ card sharks all get together at 1 p.m.

New programs suggested for the future at the seniors’ Drop-In are: bingo, crafts, yoga, computer courses and lapidary, with ideas and assistance to organize others always welcome. As well as several community events, entertainment and

concerts throughout the year, two popular regular sessions include the toe-tapping jam sessions on Saturdays at 1 p.m. and Gospel music every third

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Many relaxing and always keen games of Whist, Bridge, Cribbage and 500 are enjoyed on most afternoons by members of the Ponoka Senior 55-plus Drop in Centre. Shown in deep concentration in the top photo are Sam Drakes, Jerry Reynolds and Jo Harbin; then in the second picture, Marinus Huysmans, Albert Fierlbeck, Margaret Martin and George Stewart carefully check their cards and contemplate their next big move.

Sunday evening, with members and guests always encouraged to take part, or just sit back and enjoy the music. The fully equipped and furnished Ponoka Seniors Drop-In Centre is also available to rent for community functions and bookings, or information can be obtained by calling Lucille at 403-783-2479.

Present executive members of the Ponoka Drop-In Centre are: president Bill Jones, past president Dorothy Houghton, first vice-president Doreen Rausch, second vice-president Isabel Odgaard, secretary Mary Jones, assistant secretary Tilley Lloyd, and treasurer Ullah Thomsen.

There are also many willing volunteer members who assist with the day-to-day activities at the centre, which has just completed renovations and a total spruce-up that includes a fresh coat of paint, new pictures throughout, a new floor in the gymnasium, a new rug in the pool room and a brand new set of tables and chairs!

As well as all the hospitality at the drop in centre, there is lots of free parking close to the building, and the yearly membership fee is only $10 a person. If you are interested in joining in the good times, please pop down on Thursday, Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m. and see what they have to offer, or for more information on all areas of the program just call 403-783-5012.

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Opinion Will gasoline from air replace oil?

Stockton-on-Tees, a small city in northeastern England, has only one claim to fame: the first-ever train ran from Stockton to Darlington in 1825. But it might one day have another claim: a locally based start-up company called Air Fuel Synthesis has just produced the first gasoline from air and water.

It isn’t a lot of gasoline — five litres (one gallon) in two months — but Peter Harrison, the company’s chief executive, hopes within two years they will build a larger plant producing a tonne a day. He envisages refinery-scale operations within 15 years.

“We’ve taken carbon dioxide from air and hydrogen from water and turned these elements into gasoline,” Harrison told a conference at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers in London. Since the carbon dioxide that goes into the air when this fuel is burned exactly equals the amount taken out of the air when it was fabricated, it is a carbon-neutral fuel. Provided, of course, the electricity used in the process comes from renewable sources.

No wonder people who worry about global warming are excited about this breakthrough — but chemists have long known how to create a complex hydrocarbon like gasoline from just air and water. The question is how much it costs to do it, compared to just pumping oil out of the ground and refining it.

The answer in the past has been: far too much. Splitting water molecules takes a lot of energy. Carbon dioxide is freely available as the by-product of burning coal, gas or oil but using that CO2 as the feedstock for artificial gasoline only postpones the moment when it gets into the atmosphere.

Gwynne Dyer Guest Columnist If you want a truly carbon-neutral fuel, then the carbon dioxide you use must come straight from the air. Prototype machines have been built (by Klaus Lackner of Columbia University and David Keith of the University of Calgary) that can extract CO2 from the air in industrial quantities, but the price per tonne at the moment is about $600.

That’s far too much but as Lackner points out, the cost of any new technology plunges steeply once it goes into volume production.

And the cost of getting hydrogen from water may also drop dramatically. Daniel Nocera of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology has developed a catalyst made from cobalt and phosphorus that can split water at room temperature.

Peter Harrison is cagey about his current production cost per litre, but as he told The Independent in a recent interview, “You’re in a marketplace where the only way is up for the price of fossil fuel. At some point there will be a crossover where our fuel becomes cheaper.”

David Keith sees it the same way. “You’re selling this fuel, and they’re burning it, putting carbon in the air but then you’re recapturing the same amount of carbon and selling it to them again. That’s a business model that could conceivably take a whack at the global transportation market, which is the hardest part of the climate problem to attack.”

Maybe Harrison’s process will not win the race to capture that market. Maybe the cheaper option will be to grow green algae in wastewater or salt water, crush it to extract the oil and then refine the oil into gasoline.

But one way or another, the gasoline we put in our vehicles in 25 years’ time will

probably not come out of the ground.

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. Email editorial@ ponokanews.com

Kicking into high gear for the fall session It’s late October — time to kick into gear for the fall session in the Alberta Legislature.

As MLA for Lacombe-Ponoka, I plan to follow through on the commitment I made during the election to hold government to account.

A primary concern for the Wildrose Official Opposition is getting through the problems caused by E. coli contamination and the layoff of workers at the XL Foods plant in Brooks.

Getting the plant open and in conformance to safety requirements is key to rebuilding confidence in the beef industry.

With a projected $3 billion deficit, another key priority heading into the fall sitting will be pressuring the government to improve its haphazard finances. This is unacceptable in a province blessed with such abundant natural resources. If families and businesses balance

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their books, so too can the govthe Government Accountability ernment.

Act 19 years ago as a way to keep Taxpayers deserve honesty tabs on government spending. from their government, and failNow, Premier Alison Redford ing to balance the books shows has decreased the transparency this of her government by hiding the As the Canadian Taxpaydetailed numbers. ers Federation pointed out, this Auditor General Merwan Sagovernment’s first quarter fiscal her has launched an investigation update failed to provide us with to uncover if Premier Redford’s the hard numbers we are used to government broke the law with seeing. Instead, PCs dumbed it its first quarter update. I will conRod Fox down with a flashy format and tinue to advocate for Albertans to claimed Albertans aren’t capable MLA Lacombe-Ponoka see the hard numbers, not just the of understanding the hard numglossy presentation. bers.

A third priority for the Official OpposiAlbertans have relied on these detailed bal- tion will be pressuring the government to bring ance sheets since Jim Dinning brought forward greater accountability and transparency.

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Some of the priorities that I have concentrated on over the summer include the repairs on Secondary Highway 597 and these are underway. Busing concerns in the area have been a challenge and a review is underway. The pending closure of Satinwood School was of great concern, and again, this issue has been resolved at this time. It has been my pleasure to attend many functions throughout the community — Satinwood School, Veteran’s Banquet in Ponoka, the Alix playground ribbon cutting, discussions with Ponoka Cadets and much more.

In the fall legislative session I plan to hold government to account for its decisions. Please contact my office at 403 783 7725 or email lacombe.ponoka@assembly.ab.ca if you have any questions or concerns.

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Flu season vaccinations protect from viruses

By Amelia Naismith

cough, washing hands frequently and As the season progresses into a sanitizing and coughing into a sleeve, winter wonderland, flu clinics continue rather than into a hand or elsewhere.

Clinics are offering the traditional to offer free vaccinations to Albertans injection vaccination and nasal spray ages six months and up.

This year the vaccinations pro- vaccinations for youths.

Side effects of the vaccination can tect against the A/California (H1N1), A/Victoria and B/Wisconsin strains. include mild soreness, fever and chills, However, registered nurse Erin Hunter redness, body aches, runny nose and says there is some cross-protection nasal congestion. against other strains.

Dr. Ifeoma Achebe, medical officer of health with Alberta Health Services central zone, says vaccines work to offer some protection from the previous years’ strains.

“It varies every season.

That’s why we encourage people to come out,” said Achebe. “It’s (vaccine shots) very important. We all know this time of year, before winter, influenza comes.”

The A/Victoria and B/ Wisconsin strains are new this year so people don’t have a previous immunity to the viruses.

“Influenza A belongs to a different family and influenza B belongs to a different family,” said Achebe.

“They’re all influenza viruses and they can all cause illness.”

Achebe says the flu can be even more dangerous to the elderly and by getting vaccinated people aren’t only protecting themselves they’re protecting those around them. “I don’t see any reason why people shouldn’t take advantage of Registered nurse Erin Hunter gives Murray this,” said Achebe.

For those who decide Mackey a flu vaccination shot designed to not to get the free shot she combat the A/California (H1N1), A/Victoria recommends staying home and B/Wisconsin strains. when sick, even with just a Photo by Amelia Naismith

Agriflu vaccine suspended Alberta has stopped the use of the Agriflu influenza vaccine following recommendations of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

The suspension is a precautionary measure following a voluntary suspension of the Agriflu vaccine in Europe after white particulate matter was found floating in the vaccine.

The province is following the Public Health Agency of Canada recommendation to stop using Agriflu until Health Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada work with the vaccine manufacturer Novartis to review the product for safety and effectiveness.

Protein aggregates in vaccine vials do occur and are not linked to any safety or efficacy issues.

“While there have been no reports of any adverse affects in Alberta with

this vaccine, we are following the recommendation to suspend the use of Agriflu until questions of its safety and efficacy are resolved,” said Dr. Martin Lavoie, Alberta’s deputy chief medical officer of health. “We are working with Alberta Health Services and have asked all public health clinics, physicians and pharmacists to stop using this vaccine until the federal review is completed.”

Agriflu comprises only 22 per cent of Alberta’s total vaccine supply, with Fluviral and FluMist (nasal spray) comprising the bulk of influenza vaccines used in this year’s influenza immunization program.

The public can contact HEALTHLink Alberta at 1-866-408-5465 for more information on Alberta Health Services Immunization Clinics, or visit www.albertahealthservices.ca.

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NOTICES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Proclamation of Diabetes Awareness Month: WHEREAS WHEREAS WHEREAS THEREFORE

Diabetes is a serious condition affecting more than two million Canadians and is a leading cause of death by disease, and There is a great need to raise funds for research into better methods of treatment, and ultimately a cure, and The Canadian Diabetes Association is focusing public attention on the need for funds for diabetes research, education, service and advocacy.

I hereby proclaim the month of November 2012 as “Diabetes Awareness Month” in the Town of Ponoka.

Mayor Larry L. Henkelman DID YOU KNOW……..?

Problems with municipal services (water, sewer, power) can be reported to the Town Office at 403-783-4431 during office hours (9:00 am – 4:30 pm) or at the appropriate 24 hour number after hours.

Water / Sewer: 403-783-0142 Electrical: 403-783-0143 All bylaw enforcement inquiries and complaints should be directed to the Town’s Bylaw Enforcement Officer at 403-783-0139.

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Waste Transfer Station Hours **Winter Hours Start November 1st – 10 am – 4 pm** There is a minimum tipping fee of $7.50 per visit.

There is no charge for compostable materials or tires.

Call 403-783-8328 for more information.

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!

Aquaplex Update: - Fall swim lessons November 10th spaces limited. Register Now! - Red Cross Babysitting Course; November 16th, 9am – 4pm; $60. Register at the Aquaplex – Space is limited.

Public Skating: Monday-Friday: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Saturday & Sunday: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

COUNCIL UPDATES & BYLAW INFO Did You Know…?

Effective June 1, 2010, all individuals, businesses and in-house departments providing the following services in Alberta must be licensed under the Security Services and Investigators Act (SSIA): security services; locksmiths; locksmith apprentices; locksmith equipment sales; and alarm responders. For more information please visit: http://www.solgps.alberta.ca/programs_ and_services/public_security/Pages/default.aspx or contact the Planning & Development Department 403-783-0119.

Flashing Red Lights Mean STOP In Alberta, passing a school bus with flashing red lights is a fine of $402 and six demerit points.

When activated, the overhead flashing red lights on a school bus mean “this bus is loading or unloading children”. When a school bus is stopped and the overhead flashing red lights have been activated, traffic from both directions MUST come to a complete stop and remain stopped until the red lights have been deactivated. Passing the bus when children are loading or unloading is dangerous, illegal and potentially deadly.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK: When witches go riding, and black cats are seen, the moon laughs and whispers, ‘tis near Halloween. ~ Author Unknown

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Glitz and glamour at chamber of commerce awards gala Story and photos by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Businesspeople were anxious to see if they made the cut at the Ponoka and District Chamber of Commerce business awards gala Oct. 27 at the Stagecoach Saloon.

It was a night of glitz and glamour for attendees during the Putting on the Glitz themed night. The band Tap 9 gave people a chance to stretch their legs and Chamber vice presidance to a variety of mu- dent Jim Hamilton sic from rock and roll welcomed attendees and show tunes to their to the Ponoka District own music.

And the winners are: Chamber of Commerce • Small business of the Business Awards Oct. year: Busted Ladies 26. He said there were Lingerie. Owned by 61 member votes this Keith and Sherry Gum- year compared to just mow and opened Oct. over 40 in 2011.

12, 2008. Busted’s business philosophy is that all women are beautiful and wonderfully made; that women come in many different sizes and shapes; that women should be able to find beautiful and supportive undergarments, regardless of shape or size.

“I want to say thanks to my wonderful husband, Keith, I couldn’t do this without him and this is definitely a partnership in all senses of the word,” said Gummow.

• Medium business of the year: Altitude Laser Spa. Altitude Laser Spa was established in February 2010 as a complement business to Kim Green Dental Hygiene Centre. She wanted to create an environment that was professional, healthy, and one that nurtured the soul for both our staff and guests.

“Thank you so much. I would absolutely be a fraud if I stood up here and took credit for this…all of the credit for this goes to the lovely ladies that are sitting with me tonight. Thank you so much,” said Green.

• Large business of the year: Tantec Electronics.

Thirty-seven years ago Norm and Evelyn LeClaire started the business. Jim Tangjerd came to work for his in-laws in September, 1984. Jim and Norlyn bought the business in September 1998, changed the name and have brought it to where it is today. Tantec Electronics has been through many changes over the years but has continued to put customer service first

and has found Ponoka to be a great and supportive community to be part of.

“Tantec Electronics is very grateful to be here today…we just want to thank the community of Ponoka,” said Tangjerd.

• Agricultural Business of the Year: Agro Ponoka. Agro Ponoka is a full service John Deere farm equipment, sport, and turf equipment dealership. In addition Business awards chair to John Deere, they Inger Laing thanked sell and service Brandt attendees for attend- Agricultural Products, ing the awards and Degelman, Macdon, and for supporting local Polaris ATVs and sideby-side sport vehicles. businesses.

Employing a full-time staff of 30, not only do we sell one of the most reputable & successful brands in the farm equipment industry, we offer our customers 24-hour parts and service support to back that product.

• Rotary Paul Harris Fellowship Awards: Barry Neath and Staff Sgt. Cameron Chisholm. Rotary president Melodie Woods thanked Neath for the work he has done in the community. “Barry has always been a good supporter of the chamber (of commerce),” she said. “He also put time and energy into getting things done.”

“I’d just like to thank Ponoka, it’s a great community,” said Neath.

The second award went to Chisholm, who Woods said helped bring the youth triathlon together.

“Cameron has also been instrumental in researching the social fabric of this community,” she said.

“It’s truly been my privilege to serve this great community, thank you,” said Cameron.

• Industrial Business of the Year: Town and Country Supplies. In the spring of 1990 Mike Waters and Gary Taylor decided to continue the history of Ponoka Implements by opening a parts shop with solid agricultural roots and a growing need for quality power tools Town and Country Supplies was born. Twentytwo years later the business grew to be a place that many rely upon today.

Waters thanked attendees for their support, but “most importantly the customers. We would have nothing without our customers and my staff.”

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Sherry Gummow with her husband Keith of Busted Ladies Lingerie won Small Business of the Year.

Kim Green of Altitude Laser Spa won medium business of the year. Here she poses with Jody Weise of Ponoka Ford.

Jim and Norlyn Tangjerd (middle) of Tantec Electronics with Servus representatives Dennis Jones and Pam Baron accept the Large Business of the Year Award.

Town and Country Supplies won Business of the Year. Mike Waters and Nathan Fleming pose with Ken Stebner of Almita.

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Individuals honoured Continued from page 8 • Business Person of the Year: Carol Dunne of Flowers for You. Dunne opened Flowers for You in 1999 with the help of family and friends who put in many long hours to turn the store into what it is today. She chose to open the store to pursue a personal lifelong dream. Her passion is in the floral industry and in opening the shop saw the opportunity to be able to share this passion with the community.

Dunne thanked her friends, family and staff for bringing her business to what it has become. “Everyday is a great day when you go to Flowers For You. Thank you very much.”

• Non-profit of the year: Ponoka Agricultural Society. The Ponoka Agricultural Society has been an important part of Ponoka’s community for close to 110 years. In its formative years the organization was responsible for the fair and rodeo, horse and cattle shows, bench show and other com-

munity events. They annually host the Community Fair, bringing together rural and urban residents to celebrate agriculture. There is a volunteer appreciation event, as well as other events such as a bullarama, clinics, and it is involved in promoting farm safety. It is a founding member of the Ponoka Ag Event Centre Society.

President Sherry Gummow thanked the chamber on behalf of the society.

“Yes we’ve been around for about 110 years…I think the last 10 years have been very successful for the Ponoka Agricultural Society. We could not do it without our base of volunteers,” said Gummow.

• Customer Service Person of the Year: Janet Hatala. Hatala has worked for CIBC for 37 years and has been dedicated to offering the best customer service to her customers. She was somewhat speechless for the award.

“I just want to thank everyone for voting for me,” she said.

Barry Neath (right) accepts the Rotary Paul Harris Fellowship Award from Rotary president Melodie Woods and Lorraine Taylor.

Customer Service Person of the Year winner Janet Hatala with CIBC poses with last year’s winner Dianne Witvoet of Busted Ladies Lingerie.

Some members of the Ponoka Agricultural Society accepted the Non-Profit of the Year Award.

Pictured are: Link Drynan, Karen Douglass, Inger Laing, Donna Davies, Lauraine Weir, Theresa Abt, Cec Dykstra and Sherry Gummow.

Staff Sgt. Cameron Chisholm accepted Rotary Paul Harris Fellowship Award.

Carol Dunne of Flowers for You proudly poses with last year’s winner Grant Jorgensen after accepting the Business Person of the Year Award.

Ramona Joyes laughs as she takes the lead in a game called limo races.

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It’s the Ponoka Youth Centre.

If you have ever driven past this building at 5004 54 Street and wondered what it’s all about, you will not want to miss the open house on Nov. 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. Drop in with the entire family to take a tour, participate in activities and find out more information about the programs offered. There will also be information for those who might be interested in the many volunteer opportunities available at the Ponoka Youth Centre. Come and check things out at one of the busiest places in town.

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dedicated and well-trained staff and community volunteers, the Ponoka Youth Centre is a welcoming location for youth.

“We offer programming six days of the week throughout the entire year. Our building is a very busy place.” commented Beth Reitz, executive director of the Ponoka Youth Centre. “We really care about the kids in this community. We want them to know this is a safe place for them to come to hang out and have fun with their friends.”

The Ponoka Youth Centre offers 11 programs.

Children ages six to 11 years old enjoy the After School, SOD (School’s Out Day), Summer and Torch Programs. Youth ages 12 to 17 attend programs more geared toward their age group, including Face Off (drop in hockey), Fusion (creative pursuits and sports), Keystone (leadership development) and the Drop In Centre. In addition, the Ponoka Youth Justice Committee, Youth Drug Impact Program and Kinections Program are offered through the Ponoka Youth Centre.

“Over the years, we have worked hard to get to know the youth in this community. We want to know what makes them tick, what interests them, what issues they are facing. With that in mind, we then attempt to offer programming to meet these needs,” commented Reitz.

The Ponoka Youth Centre is certainly a place that is brimming with activity and energy. Come and check it out at the open house Nov. 6.

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Halloweens of the past had a different flavour Ghosts, goblins and little witches.

Black cats with glittery red eyes. Huge, almost round orange pumpkins, poked, carved and prodded by creative hands into smiling caricatures of good or evil.

Halloween. Back by tradition. Here by popular demand.

When I was a child and Moby Dick was a minnow and the world seemed slower and less packed with stuff, Halloween was nothing more than a mask and a pillow case full of candy and, on occasion, a pushed over outhouse or soaped windows.

It was simple.

Not so much now.

Now wearing a mask and dragging a pillowcase from door to door would be too simple, too easy and simply not acceptable.

I peer down the shrouded path of the past, impatiently pushing aside all the cobwebs and spiderwebs that block the way, remembering.

It was long ago and it was far away, and like the elusive spirits of the night, I seem only to be able to remember moments; fleeting, illusive, then gone.

I was about seven years old and Halloween was me and my brother and a warm black night where magic and evil lurked in the dark spaces between the streetlights.

This was our town, so it was OK to be out there, in the night.

We were, after all, the town kids. We were the ones who hung out at the skating rink, warming our frozen toes and fingers on the old wood stove inside the skating shack and watching the steam come off our mittens.

Pumpkins watch out: Meaka Kinnaird, J’Lynn Lewis and Jackson Saunders run to the trees to find pumpkins during the Word of Life’s Great Pumpkin Hunt Oct. 27.

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It was, after all, Halloween! window to welcome all the little trick or

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Students learn value of watershed and environment

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Change starts at the grassroots level and an educational program hosted by the Battle River Watershed Alliance (BRWA) brings both community knowledge of the environment to students.

Wetland, Trees, and Forests was started four or five years ago with an environmental steward group called the Iron Creek Watershed Improvement Society, explained Nathalie Stanley, education and outreach co-ordinator.

Hosted at the Kinsmen Community Centre Oct. 25, more than 160 students from grades 4 to 6 had a chance to learn from experts in their respective fields. There were eight groups, some of which have been a part of the event since its inception.

One of the benefits of the program is it includes curriculums from grades 4 and 5. Stanley feels it not only gives them first-hand learning but also gives youths knowledge of things they might be doing

anyways. “Kids are more likely to play in the stream catching frogs.”

She believes both presenters and students gain valuable experience from the day. The ultimate goal is for students to take back what they learned and to become stewards of the land.

Grade 6 teacher Sharon Hackett was excited to see students engaged and asking questions as they made their way around the eight different stations.

She also enjoyed the re-inforcement from what students are learning in the classroom.

“It’s nice for the kids to get the same message in the classroom,” she stated.

One of her students enjoys catching frogs and she thought it was important for him to see the possibility of a career with something he enjoys. “An interest can lead you into the future.”

Students went to each station for about 25 minutes to watch and learn from these groups: • The Conservation Association presented on am-

phibians and where they live, how they breed and their lifecycles. Kids loved holding the snakes, said Stanley.

• The Alberta Trappers’ Association showed students some of the more humane trapping methods and the reasons behind catching some of the animals and “how proper trapping can help ecosystems.” Some of the animals found in the boreal forests in Alberta were discussed.

• Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development was all about “trees, how they grow and what they need to survive.” How to tell between some of the evergreen trees in the forest was taught and students had a chance to learn how to tell the age of a tree.

• The Web of Life was presented by the BRWA. Students played a game where a sign was placed on their back and they had to guess what part of an ecosystem they were; after which they used string to show how they were connected to each other and what happens to an ecosystem if you take something away.

• Strix Ecological spoke about their studies of birds and animals in the wild.

• Cows and Fish played a game with

students to explain how riparian areas — banks along the water — and how animals work around it. Their mandate is riparian health, explained Stanley.

• Inside Education had two parts. They gave students an understanding of the wetlands, marshes and bogs and how they act as a sponge that slows water flow and helps clean the water. The second part dealt with beavers and discovering how they work.

• Nature Alberta presented Living by the Water, an interactive program where students learned the Cree names of animals and presented to their peers a play acting out the animals’ behaviour.

Each student received a white spruce sapling to take home. Stanley said this is the best time of year to plant them as their roots will be ready for spring.

The BRWA initially wanted to bring students from both St. Augustine and Ponoka Elementary School (PES) but could not accommodate both schools. Their goal is to return at a later date to give PES students a chance to experience the event.

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Looking for vendors of hand crafted, home based businesses and food vendors.

All shows are 10 am – 4 pm.

Contact Joan at 403.347.8156 for more information.

Preference will be given to school age children to accommodate Teacher Professional Development Days.

On these days the offi ce hours will be 8:00am to 2:30pm.

Please call Jade or Marie at 403-783-5225 to book your appointment

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Entertainment

Generations perform

Veteran fiddlers Eilert Rebne and Alvin Womacks of Lacombe show the younger generation how it’s done.

Ponoka Capitol Theatre 4904 - 50th St. Ph. 403-783-3639

Brittany Lange of Ponoka and Samuel Jackson from Red Deer, both members of the Ponoka Jammers fiddlers, performed several toe-taping tunes to the delight of a packed house in the Ponoka Legion Club Room Oct. 28. The fiddlers are students of Laurie Maetche.

Photos by George Brown

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We are currently up-grading our membership list as we renew memberships.

We will also be aggressively seeking new members to join. Become a caring and WORKING member. Within our member group we do need volunteers with their strengths and ideas to keep the Drop-In young at heart. The centre is a place were people can meet and exchange ideas and just “hang out.” You are part of the greater community of Ponoka - town and county. Join us and make your life and our life more enjoyable and fun!

We are a bit on the downhill side but we still feel we can contribute greatly to society.

Activities Monday: Billiards 9:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday.

Monday: Bridge 1:15 p.m. Helen Minde, Margaret Martin Monday: Whist 1:30 p.m. Hilda Good, Ethel Schimpf, Joyce Chesterman Tuesday and Thursday: Exercise class 9:30 a.m.

Tuesday: Shuffleboard 7:00p.m. Lillian & Alfred Raugust. Lucille & Bill Vold Wednesday: Sewing Guild 9:30 a.m. to 4:00p.m.

Wednesday: Cribbage 1:30 p.m. Fred Brosky, Rose Vandersteen Wednesday: Duplicate Bridge 7:00 p.m. Rick and Marge Barr Wednesday: Floor Curling 7:00 p.m.

Thursday: Weaving 1:00p.m.

Thursday: Partner Bridge 1:15 p.m. A.Fierlbeck, J. Reynolds Friday: “500” 1:00 p.m. George Stewart and Pat Miller To rent our facility contact Lucille @ (403) 783-2479

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #66

Presents their annual

Honors&Awards Banquet Saturday November 3

Doors open 6:00pm Cocktails 6:30pm Dinner 7:00pm Tickets $10 per person

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With special guests: Morgan McAloon & Chelsea Heaslip Quinci Jones Doors open to the public at 6:30pm Concert begins at 7:30pm

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Available at ATB Branches as well as at the Lakedell Agricultural Society Complex (cash or cheque only), the 4-H Foundation of Alberta and Backstreet Antiques.

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Concert proceeds support local 4-H clubs

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Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

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Now that the pumpkins have all turned mushy, the great costumes are back in the closet, and most of the treats have been hidden or consumed, that magic transformation to Christmas madness has now begun with great gusto. It will always amaze us how all the shops, streets and windows can change their shelves from costumes and candy to trees, toys, and tinsel in less time than you can say, “Get busy Santa!�

Yours truly did suggest last week that the warm fall would have been an ideal time to put up outside Christmas lights and decorations, and many did, but what really surprised me is that I spied a few spirited families who already had their trees up and sparkling in their front windows. Although I don’t really get caught up in the annual seasonal shopping panic anymore, I always look forward to all the concerts and carolling festivals throughout the community, as well as the church services on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day that honour the true meaning of this annual festive holiday.

Whatever the case, you will start your jolly festive celebrations at your own speed but let’s make it a family affair, while striving to shop early and avoid that dreaded mid-December stress. But go ahead and have some fun, and along the way please continue to support all those special fund-raising projects such as Santa’s Anonymous, the Ponoka Food Bank, and all the rest that are dedicated to making sure that everyone will be able to have a joyous holiday. You can get a really early start on your Christmas shopping adventure on Friday, Nov. 23 when the annual Almost Midnight Madness promotion hits the streets of Ponoka from 6 to 11 p.m. Along with the usual great specials and prizes in every participating store, I have heard the rumour that dear old Santa might just be popping into town to join the madness and get a few gift hints from those of us who have been really good all year round.

Actual questions asked by Canada Parks tourists • How do elk know that they’re supposed to cross at those “Elk Crossingâ€? signs. At what elevation does an elk become a moose? • Are the bears with collars tame? Is there anywhere where I can see the bears pose for pictures?

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On Wednesday, October 24, 2012- 3857 head of cattle went through our rings & 993 on the Canadian Satellite sale – TOTAL 4850

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

60.00-68.00 49.00-59.00 45.00-60.00 70.00-80.00 75.00-85.00 80.00-90.00

Good Bred Cows 1200.00-1400.00 Milk Cows NONE Good Bred Heifers: NONE Cow/calf pairs (younger) 1350.00-1600.00 Cow/Calf pairs (older) 1100.00-1350.00

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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.

116.00-123.00 124.00-128.50 127.00-135.00 137.00-143.00 140.00-150.00 155.00-168.00 160.00-180.00 180.00-211.00

Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers

110.00-117.50 120.00-125.00 122.00-127.50 122.00-131.00 128.00-135.00 130.00-153.00 150.00-163.00 160.00-172.00

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And where can I find Alpine Flamingos? • Is it OK to keep an open bag of bacon on the picnic table or should I store it in my tent? • Where does Alberta end and Canada begin?

Do they search you at Mike Rainone the B.C. border, and Hammertime which way is the Columbia Rice Fields? • Do they have phones in Banff, and where can I get my husband really, really lost? • When we enter British Columbia do we have to convert our money to British pounds, and where can I buy a racoon hat because we heard back home that all Canadian have one? • These are really true by the way, and here is the dumbest question of all, along with a great answer.

Tourist: “How do you get your lakes so blue?�

Park staff: “We take the water out in the winter and paint the bottom!� Tourist: “Oh!�

A true confession and a second chance.

A single Alberta mother with three children had fallen into the horrors of alcohol and drug addiction, her children were taken away and she found herself homeless and out on the streets. Through the devastation she would find courage to reach out for help, which she received, but it would take several years before she became clean, got her children back, went back to work, and moved into a small but comfortable apartment.

Along the way this determined young lady willingly spoke to others who had suffered the same as she had, including the homeless, and even published a book on the perils of addiction. This Thanksgiving she recalled the richness of her life that had come out of her courage to speak out, don’t be afraid to ask for help, and never give up hope, no matter how tough the challenge might be. Many of the same friends who helped this lady through those desperate times recently managed to come up with $1,000 to go toward her small “wish come true� wedding to the young man she had met and fallen in love with shortly after his arrival in Canada.

Her impassioned wedding speech included these heartfelt statements: “It doesn’t matter how much money you have, how important you are, or what kind of car you drive; what really matters is who is sitting around your table, and that you are loved and doing your best with what God has given you.�

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Lest we forget: Marlene Perry of the Ponoka Legion pins the first Poppy Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye on Mayor Larry Henkelman Oct. 26.

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NOVEMBER CALENDAR

SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY THURSDAY 1 Ponoka Composite High School Rodeo Academy 12-6pm

4

5 9-4 Open ride

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Ponoka Composite High School Rodeo Academy 12-6pm

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9-4 Open ride Renegade 4H ride night

Ponoka Composite High School Rodeo Academy 12-6pm

26 9-4 Open ride

SATURDAY 3

Open ride 9-4 6-10pm Sorting – Open to the public 4-10pm Barrel Practice – Open to the public

Canadian Barrel Horse Incentive Futurity/Derby/Open Barrel Race

7

8

9

10

9-4 Open ride

Ponoka Composite High School Rodeo Academy 12-6pm

Open ride 9-4 6-10pm Sorting – Open to the public 4-10pm Barrel Practice – Open to the public

Meeting in Classroom 10 am – 3 pm

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9-4 Open ride Meeting in Classroom 11 am-4 pm

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Ponoka Composite High School Rodeo Academy 12-6pm

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9-4 Open ride

Ponoka Composite High School Rodeo Academy 12-6pm

Open ride 9-4 6-10pm Sorting – Open to the public 4-10pm Barrel Practice – Open to the public

28 9-4 Open ride

29

Ponoka Composite High School Rodeo Academy 12-6pm

30

Viewing for Gelbvieh Wishlist Sale Open ride 9-4 6-10pm Sorting – Open to the public 4-10pm Barrel Practice – Open to the public

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Two break and enters could be related

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye There were two break and enter incidents in the early morning hours of Oct. 26. The first was along 49 Street and the second on 50 Street.

In both instances there was forcible entry into the building with an undisclosed amount of cash taken. Security video from the building on 50 Street shows a person at 4:30 a.m. wearing dark clothing and what looks to be a balaclava over their face. Police believe the incidents are related and many culprits may be involved.

Bovine bucket Police responded to a call of a cow with a bucket stuck on its head Oct. 22 at 2:15 p.m south of Highway 53 on Range Road 243. Somehow it had become

stuck on the cow and it was unable to see where it was going. The bucket was removed and the cow was free to go.

SUV rollover The Ponoka Integrated Traffic Unit assisted with an SUV rollover Oct. 23 at 9:45 p.m on Highway 2 south of Ponoka. A black 2001 Nissan Pathfinder was driving while cruise control was enabled, the driver lost control of the vehicle and rolled seven or eight times before coming to a stop.

A 29-year-old female from Calgary and her passenger were taken to a Lacombe hospital where they were treated and released.

Police believe the use of cruise control in winter road conditions could have been a factor in the roll-

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he will have the chance to work issues Peace officers play an important out, rather than “just throw the book role not only monitoring bylaws but at them.� “Justice isn’t always secured by also as moderators in disputes. If that person brings with them a law enforce- writing a traffic ticket and walking ment background it is another feather away,� he explained.

With his last 22 years in the in their cap.

This was one of the reasons Ponoka Ponoka area, Squires looks forward County hired retired police officer Les to bringing his experience to the county as well as already having a Squires to be their new peace officer. “He knows the drill,� explained strong relationship with the Ponoka CAO Charlie Cutforth. “He comes RCMP. He feels there is a learning curve with terrific qualifications.�

There are three priorities for the in dealing with road permits and county: traffic safety, road protection, municipal bylaws but likes to “keep and visibility in the lake develop- busy.� Rather than being nervous, the ment communities such as Morning new peace officer looks forward to Meadows. Other areas with grow- what lays ahead, especially with the ing communities such as the Hamlet growth in the county. “The county is growing and the of Bluffton will also be on Squires’ oil industry is growing within the route.

His official start date was Oct. county.�

He also looks forward to working 15 and with 35 years as a Mountie, Squires looks forward to the new chal- with county ratepayers and bringing forward their concerns. “I’m an oplenge ahead.

He feels it’s not only his experience erational kind of guy.�

When residents raise their conas a police officer but his relationship with residents that will help in his new cerns he believes many people need role. It gives him an understanding of someone who will hear their comwhat people need and Squires believes plaints and offer help if needed. “That’s “Th “T Tha hat h at’ t’s why t’s wh hy yo y you o ou u have two ears and one mouth,� stated LISA SMITH Squires.

Associate real estate central alberta Squires’ children 403-704-0646 6000 - 48 Ave., Ponoka grew up in Ponoka and he has friends INCREDIBLE STARTER OR REVENUE who have grown over the past 22 years and • 1080 sq. ft. bungalow staying in Ponoka is • 3 bdrms & 2 baths • Solid oak cabinetry in an ideal situation. kitchen “I’m just happy to • Spacious family room be here. It’s a great opw/wood burning ďŹ replace portunity for me to stay • Many upgrades incl. in Ponoka,â€? he said. windows, siding, His goal is to panew roof, & laminate ooring trol the county weekly • Single car garage but considering the size of it but will also respond to complaints as is needed.

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5 bdrm, 4 bath home located in a quiet close across from a park. Main floor laundry, cozy family room.

Call Annette for more details and to book your appointment to view

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By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye It’s the time of year again to dust off the old broom, shine the rocks and bring your lucky sweater to the curling rink.

Eight teams came together Oct. 27 at the Ponoka Curling Rink to compete in the first bonspiel of the year. Organizer Less Jaster said it is the second Icebreaker Funspiel the group has hosted; mainly to bring people together for a fun evening. “It’s the first time on the ice for everybody.”

Why does he curl?

“I couldn’t skate, I couldn’t throw a ball, I was too small to block,” he joked.

But he also comes from a curling family and the tradition continued as his family was with him that night. Daughter Nikki Smith was there for one simple reason. “I like it.”

Club president Kristen Gordon looks forward to the “new faces in the room.” She was glad to welcome old members and also see new ones this season. With at least four more teams registered to the club she couldn’t help but feel positive.

“It means we’re doing something right,” she stated.

Gordon feels curling is a sport for those who have an interest

in it and want to be there and her goal is to “supply resources and knowledge to people,” she explained. “I want a fun friendly environment you can share with friends and family.”

One of the things she enjoys most about curling is the sense of welcoming a person might find at curling clubs across Canada and she wants Ponoka to be just the same. “We’re here to help people learn and make sure they have fun.”

The biggest challenge she feels the club faces this year is for the executive members, who are “very passionate about our club.” to continue inspiring their members and community; especially their youth members. “We have to continue to keep our young people engaged and excited,” she said.

Her hope is they will be able to take curling with them wherever they end up in their travels. Gordon is also ice coaching Tuesday nights at 6 p.m. for those who are just stepping or sliding into the sport. There are currently six people in her class but she advised those interested to give her a call at 403-783-2370 to find out more.

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Less Jaster checks his shot during the first bonspiel of the season at the Ponoka Curling Rink Oct. 27.

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The seeds of Kidsport take root in Ponoka

By Amelia Naismith Ponoka has taken its first step in creating a KidSport chapter. On Oct. 24, at an informational meeting for the public, a board committee was established.

KidSport is a national non-profit organization that works to get youths playing the sports they want by helping overcome financial difficulties and other obstacles.

“We saw a really big need for KidSport in our community, and for more kids to have the opportunity to partake in organized sports” said Jackie MacGregor, board member.

Although it could take a while for Ponoka’s chapter to be up and functioning, once it does it will become it’s own entity to serve Ponoka.

Currently Ponoka’s KidSport applications are sent to KidSport Alberta in Edmonton. “We see a huge advantage to communities that have their own chapter,” said KidSport Alberta representative Kristin Glass.

Local chapters, while they still fall under the KidSport Alberta umbrella are able to make decisions about their chapter and how they’ll function within the community as a separate organization.

When first setting up in a community each local chapter has to fundraise an initial amount before it can start taking applications and giving the money back to the athletes. “So we make sure they can sustain themselves,” ex-

plained Glass.

Glass said the starting amount is different for each community, depending on how many applications the board thinks will come in and if the chapter is going to service just the town, portions of the county or all of the county.

Between 2008 and 2011 KidSport Alberta received 49 applications from Ponoka, mainly in gymnastics, soccer and swimming.

Glass says what’s good about having a local chapter is money raised in Ponoka will go only to Ponoka athletes, rather than having to rely on KidSport Alberta funds that are distributed throughout Alberta.

“Pretty much all of our chapters get money on an annual basis but it varies,” said Glass. Chapters are not guaranteed to get funds from the provincial group but it usually works out that they do.

That money can be put into the grant pool or used for other necessities within the chapter Funds donated to KidSport from all organizations are split 80/20 with at least 80 per cent going toward application grants. “In many cases it’s more than 80 per cent,” said Glass.

Glass said KidSport normally grants $300 per child per year to help with registration fees, which is what KidSport Alberta primarily focuses on.

However, Glass said it’s up to each individual chapter to deicide if they want to grant each athlete more to help with other costs throughout the season, such as travel expenses or tournaments.

Youth advocates for Kidsport

By Amelia Naismith Along with adult board members KidSport Ponoka has also gained a 15-year-old youth advocate.

Tyson Matejka is familiar with KidSport from other towns and when board member Jackie MacGregor mentioned it was coming to Ponoka his first thought was to get involved.

“It just really means a lot for me to give back to my community,” Matejka said.

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He believes, along with the entertainment aspect, sports provide the opportunity to learn skills such as team building and time management.

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Although he doesn’t know what his role will be within KidSport, he isn’t concerned. Matejka feels any decision made will be a group decision. “I’m just going to help out any way I can and probably be the one person that goes up and speaks a couple of times.

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“Your chapter can change the grant per child per year at any time with a vote.”

While chapters are given a lot of individual freedom there are still restrictions set by KidSport Alberta. KidSport is able to provide grants only for registered sports with an instructor. “We won’t fund something like a swim pass but we will fund swimming lessons.”

At the meeting, Glass said she believes KidSport considers rodeo a sport.

However, Glass discussed with the crowd that, if Ponoka wanted to fund non-sporting extracurriculars, such as music, there could be channels to do so. The discussion was not detailed and nothing pertaining to an extended funding program was decided.

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Ponoka Victim Services would like to extend sincere thanks to the local 4H Beef Clubs for their recent donation of $9553.98.

The proceeds came from a raffle that the clubs sold tickets to for their charity steer “Jelly Bean.”

Keeping control: Ponoka’s Junior B Stampeders’ Cooper Tonneson keeps control against the Red Deer Vipers during a Heritage Junior B game Oct. 24. The Stampeders lost 9-3.

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Jason Glass was the top honoree as he captured the World Chuckwagon Championship for the fourth time, in addition to being the champion of the GMC Sierra Cup series. Chad Fike was the 2012 World Champion Outrider for the first time in his career.

The WPCA Chuckwagon Person of the Year is the WPCA’s highest honor, with this year’s recipient being Calgary Stampede Top Rookie Driver Codey McCurrach. The WPCA Special Tribute was given to 1986 World Champion Chuckwagon Driver Mel Haase. The Calgary Stampede received Special Recognition in celebration of their 100th anniversary in 2012.

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lenge for the cowboy. “We drew a couple of stoppers and a couple that went left really hard,” said Whyte.

However, previous setbacks aren’t dampening Whyte’s spirits for another trip to the CFR, the roper also attended in 2010. “I’m just really looking forward to going again this year.”

Whyte will rope with partner Jeff Robson in his first time at the CFR as a header.

Pugh, a steer wrestler, is also looking forward to the CFR despite setbacks. “This is the lowest I’ve ever been going into the finals, 11th.” He’s normally closer to sixth place.

However, he’s only one round behind first place. “This year I’m really concentrating. I want to be in the top five.”

Pugh wants to do well at the CFR to win money for winter rodeos and qualify for the Calgary Stampede next year.

Like most cowboys heading to the CFR, Vold has one goal in mind — a title win. “You just got to keep your head up and your eye on the prize.”

The prize however can be hard to follow when it comes to the livestock.

“You can’t (have a strategy). It’s animals, you never know what they’re going to do.”

This statement holds especially true for Pankewitz, a bull rider, who was thrown a couple of months ago and lacerated his spleen.

“I got thrown off pretty hard.”

Pankewitz said it wasn’t until a half hour after the fall that he realized something was wrong.

By press time Pankewitz hadn’t been back to the doctors to see if he could ride and start working out for the CFR. Although the injury won’t leave him much time to prepare, he’s not overly concerned. “It’s mostly a mental game, Jordan Dodds but it definitely helps to

Over the past year cowboys and girls have given it their all, through the good, the bad and the muddy. Each ride was a fraction leading to one event; the Canadian Finals Rodeo.

Luke Butterfield, who, in early October, won the championship round in saddle bronc riding at the All American Pro Rodeo Finals in Waco, Texas; Jake Vold, Tyler Pankewitz, Trygve Pugh, Cranna Roberts, Klay Whyte, Levi Simpson and Jordan Dodds are Ponoka’s qualifiers for the CFR, held in Edmonton Nov. 7 to 11.

“To me, it’s pretty much the most important thing for me to finish my year off,” said Vold, a bareback rider.

“It’s how I make my living.”

“It’s very important. It’s every cowboy’s goal to make it to the CFR at the end of the year,” added Whyte.

“It’s always important; there’s a lot of money to be won,” said Pugh.

Whyte, a team roping heeler, said heading into the CFR there isn’t anything to do but practice and prepare.

“Make sure your horse is prepared.”

Besides going to the rodeo to win the championship title, Whyte wants just to have clean runs. “Try not to make too many mistakes but at the same time you’ve got to rope aggressively.”

Whyte says he didn’t finish the year well but roped strongly in Ponoka and Strathmore rodeos. “It seemed like we roped in mud 50 per cent of the rodeos. It was a wet year.”

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“It’s (the doctor’s visit) been stressing me for the last month. Hopefully they give me the OK.” Pankewitz won a lot of smaller rodeos this year, including ones in La Crete, Bonnyville and Cochrane.

“That was a pretty big win,” he added.

Like Vold, Whyte and Pugh, Pankewitz has already put the past in the past and is focusing only on the CFR. “You’ve got to remember the positive stuff and just forget the negative stuff,” he said.

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Obituaries

LOEWEN 1958 - 2012 Kenneth James Loewen loving, compassionate husband, father and “Papa”, passed away October 25, 2012 at the Grey Nuns Hospital in Edmonton, with his adoring wife by his side.

Ken was born in Calgary, Alberta on March 1, 1958. He is survived by his wife Doris, daughters Michelle (Joseph Dennehy), Teri (Kevin Mullin), and his four grandchildren, Alex, Ellie, Kaelyn and Mela who all felt immensely important and cherished in his presence. Ken is also survived by his parents, John and Elizabeth Loewen of Kelowna, and his sister Pearl (Darren Batke) of Calgary. Ken also leaves behind loyal clients from his accounting practice to whom he wished he could have said a personal farewell. A celebration of his life will be held at Kentwood Alliance Church (4 Kennedy Drive), Red Deer, Alberta on Saturday, November 3 at 11:00 a.m. This will be a casual affair - just the kind of informal get together that Ken enjoyed. You are welcome to come in your favourite jeans and golf shirt - his uniform of choice. We will share our memories and ask that if you have special stories about your relationship with him that you send them to www.parklandfuneralhome.com so that we can incorporate them into the service. Please remember that he loved to laugh and those stories are equally as important to us as the more poignant tales. It is our desire to honour Ken in the most intimate way possible. We invite you donate to one of Ken’s preferred charities in his memory: KIVA.org, the Arthritis Society, or Grey Nuns Palliative Care Unit 43.

Cremation arrangements in care of Gordon R. Mathers, Funeral Director at PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer 403.340.4040

Muriel Hoover 1934 - 2012 The family of Muriel Hoover is saddened to report her passing in Chilliwack, B.C. on October 21 2012. Muriel was born on January 8 1934 in Enderby, B.C. and married Ted Hoover on July 5 1954. Ted and Muriel were residents of Ponoka from 1968 to 1987. Ted passed away on February 15, 2002.

M u r i e l i s survived by her children Ken (Sharon), Brian (Loretta), Janet (Don Wiltshire), and Karen (Mort Allingham), and by her grandchildren Caitlin, Ben, and Sarah.

Muriel was friend to many, and her family would like to thank everyone for their special support through this past year.

A Memorial Service was held on Friday October 26 at 2:00 pm at the Rosedale United Church. Interment will take place next summer at Ponoka, Alberta.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to your local church or to the Canadian Cancer Society.

Anniversaries HAGEMANN Elmer & Joyce Hagemann and family would like to invite friends and family to join us for coffee at the Moose Hall (south side), Saturday, November 10, 2-4 PM to celebrate our 60th Wedding Anniversary No gifts please.

Bob & Debbie Hepp will supply the food.

John & Marg Stretch along with their family invite friends & family to an Open House at the Ponoka Drop In Centre on Sunday Nov. 11th from 1:30 - 4:00 PM in celebration of their 50th Wedding Anniversary.

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Edna Stretch Cerveny (nee Kay) September 13, 1909 to October 26, 2012 Edna Cerveny, the oldest life-long resident of the Ponoka area, died peacefully on October 26, 2012, aged 103. The extent of Edna’s tremendous impact on her family and her community far exceeded her diminutive size.

Born Mary Edna Kay, Edna was the eldest of seven children. She grew up on a farm west of Ponoka, with an interlude in Victoria while her father served in the First World War. She moved into town for high school, living with several other girls. Edna Kay was the first President of the Ponoka High School Student’s Union, and she would go on to complete a First Class Teaching Certificate.

Teaching in a one-room school at Glenfallock beginning in 1928, Edna came to value her independence, a characteristic that remained with her through life and one that she would later pass on to her sons and grandchildren. While she was always concerned about appearances, she was also quite fearless in her own way. As a young schoolteacher, Edna joined a group of 26 teachers (23 women, three men) for an adventurous summer road trip in 1937. The group drove across Canada and into the U.S. in a truck pulling a large converted horse trailer that served as their mobile dorm room.

Like many women who came of age in the Depression, Edna learned to be very careful with money and food – nothing could ever go to waste. When she set out for her first teaching job, she had only $5 in her pocket. As backup, she had a gold coin given to her by her uncle as congratulations for receiving top marks in school when she was 12. But Edna was frugal and never needed to use the coin. Today one of her granddaughters wears that same coin mounted on a chain around her neck.

Edna met Gordon Stretch at a country dance, and they married in 1938. They settled in Bentley, where Edna taught at the Bentley School. Son Gordon Jr. was born in 1940. Wartime impacted Edna for a second time, as her four brothers enlisted, and Gordon and Edna had to return to Ponoka to take over the family farm (Edna’s brother Robert Kay was killed in Italy in 1944).

Edna’s son Brian was born in 1943, followed by Robert in 1949.

The years on the farm were difficult for Edna. When asked about that period of her life, she would shudder and say simply, “Oh, all that dirt!” Money was always tight, and Edna went back to teaching when her boys were still quite young, in an era when a working mother was still quite rare. While the extra income was welcome, Edna also enjoyed the freedom of having her own career. Years later, when her sons had children of their own, she would celebrate educational and career milestones more than any other. Her four grand-daughters, in particular, she urged to “always have something to fall back on,” rather than relying on husbands to provide financial support. It’s hardly surprising that her grand-daughters have all grown up to be notably independent women themselves.

Gordon Stretch Sr. was killed in a car accident in 1966, and Edna lived on her own and continued teaching for the next several years. In 1972, she married former Ponoka Town Councillor August Cerveny, who was a widower. August and Edna enjoyed four happy years today, travelling to Alaska, Florida, Bahamas, Mexico and Hawaii. August died in 1976, and Edna then continued to live in her own house and drive her car until just months before her 100th birthday.

Having outlived two husbands, Edna enjoyed her long years of retirement in her hometown. She was blessed with excellent physical and mental health, and

she remained active in the Sunshine Singers, the Legion Auxiliary, the United Church Women, the Ponoka General Hospital Auxiliary and the Ponoka and District Historical Society. She was a hands-on grandmother to her seven grandchildren, and a major influence in their lives. She continued to travel, attending the World’s Fair in Japan with her friend Susan Wessel and Expo ’86 in Vancouver with her sister Doris (where these two sweet old ladies would brazenly walk into the back doors of the pavilions, avoiding the long queues at the entrances – they claimed a belief that the back doors must be “seniors’ entrances”). The first of nine greatgrandchildren arrived in 1999, and Edna’s basement with its store of bits and pieces from decades past became a source of wonder and discovery for young children again.

Edna always retained an encyclopedic memory not only of all the people in her own life, but also of their friends and families. She wanted to be part of every conversation, and to know everything that was going on. “What’s the news?” was the beginning of every phone call. While she would speak with a frankness that was sometimes alarming (and often unintentionally humorous), she was unfailingly supportive of her family. She welcomed every new turn, whether conventional or unconventional, in the lives of her children and grandchildren.

Edna suffered a bad fall just before her 100th birthday, breaking her hip and shoulder. While she recovered physically, her mental abilities and her memory were badly impacted through the weeks of hospitalization, and she lost her characteristic sharpness. For the last three years of Edna’s life, her mantra was to discuss what a wonderful family she had. Even when she could no longer keep the names straight, she would talk about how fortunate she was to have such excellent sons, for all of them to have married such lovely daughters-in-law, and for all of the grandchildren to have “turned out well.”

Edna spent her final three years at Northcott Care Centre, where she received compassionate and excellent care, for which her family are very grateful.

Edna is survived by her three sons and their wives, Gordon and Patricia Stretch, Brian and Jane Stretch, and Robert and Denese Stretch; by her grandchildren Laurie (David), Gordon (Tracy), Heather (Lamont), Blane (Jodi), Julia, Trena and Quin; by great-grandchildren Andrew and Thomas Finch, Jackson, Walker and Levi Leatherman, Corbin and Jaida Stretch, and Peter and Kristen Stretch; and by her brother Vernon. Her Funeral Service was held at the Ponoka United Church at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 31, 2012 with the Interment Service following at Forest Home Cemetery.

To express condolences to Edna’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com

Edna Kay and fellow Alberta teachers on their cross-country road adventure in 1937, taken in front of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. Edna is in the front centre of the photo, with dark piping on the collar and pockets of her dress, and a bag tucked under her arm.

Arrangements Entrusted To Ponoka Funeral Home ~ A Wombold Family Funeral Home ~

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announcements Engagements

Celebrations

Coming Events

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BIG BROTHERS AND BIG SISTERS

What’s in it?

Your ad in 6 community papers

* BASHAW * CASTOR * STETTLER * WEEKENDER * PONOKA * RIMBEY

25 WORD AD only Don and Sheila Auten of Ponoka, together with Paul and Lee-Anne Janiszewski of Alix are proud to announce the engagement of their children, CURTIS AUTEN AND HEATHER JANISZEWSKI. The wedding will take place on January 10th, 2013 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

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.

$40.20 + gst Call 403-309-3300 or toll free 1-877-223-3311

Mentors make a

difference BOSSART

Meetings

403-783-3112

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Monday night meetings CHRISTMAS CRAFT AND GIFT SALE AT BENTLEY at the Anglican Church Ponoka 8:30 p.m. Phone COMMUNITY HALL, 403-783-0719 for info.

SAT. Nov. 3, 10-3

Stefan & Cornelia Bossart along with Willi & Ursula Hefti are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage of their children

Coming Events

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Meetings

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Ladies – are you interested in a

Multi Cultural Coffee Klatch?

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 THURSDAY AA Meetings at 8:30 p.m. in the Catholic Church basement. 52 Street & 52 Ave. Ponoka.

Open meetings first Thursday of the month, Everyone Welcome.

403-783-4347 or 403-783-2493

Employment #700 - #920

Let Your News Ring Ou t A Classified Wedding Announcement

In Memoriam In Loving Memory of Patricia Radke October 31, 2008

Does it Best!

309-3300 1-877-223-3311

If roses grow in Heaven Lord, Please pick a bunch for us.

Place them in her arms, And tell her they’re from us Tell her we love and miss her, And when she turns to smile, Place a kiss upon her cheek, And hold her for awhile.

Because remembering her is easy, We do it every day.

But there’s an ache within our hearts, That will never go away.

Love, Harold, Allan, Lori, Jackie and families

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.

Christmas Artisan Fair

Nov. 16, 17 & 18 10 am - 4 pm - Local artisans and crafters -

Garden Store Open 403-704-4145 www.countrygardensandgreenhouse.ca

SOYBEAN ESSENTIALS - Moisturizing SOY Candles! Many X-MAS Jars & Scents ENVI DESIGNS - Beautiful Handmade Tote Bags - One of a kind!

KRISTINAS’ WAY - Handcrafted & Wired Beach Glass ANGELS - Each one UNIQUE!

Please come and see something NEW! Thursday, Nov 1, 12pm-5pm Friday, Nov 2, 12pm-5pm

education and community services for Central Alberta •Protection •Education •Dignity 4505 77th Street Red Deer, AB • 342-7722

www.reddeerspca.com

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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 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. Top wages, excellent benefits.

Please forward resume to: Email: dv@brekkaas.com.

Phone 780-621-3953.

Fax 780-621-3959.

REMOTESITESAFETY.CA - Online safety courses from $29.95: WHMIS, H2S, TDG and more. 1 - 2 hours each.

No classroom, books, CD/DVDs. Canadian Standards Compliant. Industry recognized certificates issued.

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St. Augustine’s Catholic Church

TURKEY SUPPER

Sunday, Nov. 4, 5:00pm – 6:30pm Kinsmen Centre Adults $14 • Kids 6 – 12 $6 Preschool – Free • Families $35

RETURNING… NOVEMBER & DECEMBER!

CHOC-OLICIOUS - Chocolate covered Licorice - In many flavors - A Must Taste!

Providing animal care and welfare, shelter operation,

Coming Events

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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

Oilfield

FRANZISKA & TOMAS

on November 24, 2012 in Nordegg.

Dental

5101 49 Ave (old Jones Boys Bldg.)

403-783-0699 candle.cafe@live.com

Meetings

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Thursday, November 1 @ 7:00 PM at the Ponoka Stampede Rodeo Office board room.

5616 - 39 Avenue Ponoka

Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2012

Oilfield

800

PRODUCTION TESTING SUPERVISORS & OPERATORS Day & Night Must have tickets.

Top paid wages.

Based out of Devon, AB. Email resume to: kathy@dragonsbreathpt.ca Looking for a new pet?

Check out Classifieds to find the purrfect pet.

SENIOR SURVEY PARTY CHIEF

Northcan Surveys Ltd. is hiring Experienced Field Technicians, throughout Alberta, with a minimum of 3 years experience, adept in both field work and management responsibilities. Field work consists mainly of well site and pipeline surveys throughout Alberta. Those in good physical condition, hold a valid driver’s license and are willing to work out of town are encouraged to apply. Northcan Surveys Ltd. is based out of Calgary, Alberta and provides surveying, mapping and data management services to their clients in the petroleum industry throughout Alberta.

Northcan offers an attractive work environment and benefits program. Resumes can be submitted in confidence to: Paul Densmore pdensmore@ northcan.com

Sales & Distributors

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WORLDLYNX WIRELESS Bell Mobility Store is HIRING in RED DEER! Join a growing company and be part of a successful team!

Positions available as STORE MANAGER and RETAIL SALES CONSULTANT for our new store opening in November in Red Deer. Please send your resume to careers@ worldlynxwireless.com.

Central Alberta’s Largest Car Lot in Classifieds

Clerical

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Trades

BLUERIDGE LUMBER INC. looking for a 3rd & 4th Class power engineer to operate thermal liquid heating system.

Excellent compensation and benefits.

Submit resume to: Box 87, Blue Ridge, AB, T0E 0B0. Email: jeff.victor@westfraser.com INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. No Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options.

Apply online! iheschool.com.

1-866-399-3853

Professionals

Trades

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Professionals

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EXECUTIVE MANAGER JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER OR LABOURER REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY. Competitive wages offered.

Located in Stettler.

Call 403-742-5995 or 403-742-9852 HOW can you make your phone ring and make some quick cash?

Place your ad here . . .

Phone 1-877-223-3311

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The Ponoka & District Chamber of Commerce is seeking an innovative, experienced leader to oversee programs and member services. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in the following: •Management of facility operations, committees, special events and contracts; •Experience working with non-profit boards while providing advice, leadership in strategic planning and policy development; •Proactive approaches to membership participation, retention and recruitment;

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

Hwy. 53 Ponoka Toll Free 877-783-3338 Ph. 403-783-3337 E-Mail: admin-ponoka@agroequipment.com

Rimbey Implements Ltd.

•Knowledge and understanding of the role of small businesses in the local economy; •Relevant post secondary degree or equivalent combination of education/experience would be an asset; •Supervision, evaluation and supporting staff utilizing proactive HR practices;

Al York

Cell: (403) 783-0593

•Computer skills particularly with QuickbooksPro, Outlook, MS Office, and publishing programs;

“Promoting Your Health”

Full-Time/Part Time Certified Technician

•Financial management, budget creation and monitoring with the appropriate reporting capabilities; •Proven ability in media relations, marketing, and presentations.

Closing date November 9, 2012.

Email or fax cover Letter and Resume To: Ponoka & District Chamber of Commerce Box 4188, Ponoka, AB, T4J 1R6 Email: chamber@ponoka.org Fax: 403-783-3886

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:

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 We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but advise that only candidates selected for an interview for this competition will be contacted.

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Professionals

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.

Bus: (403) 843-3700

Rimbey, AB

Fax: (403) 843-3430

ANIMAL SERVICES

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PONOKA VICTIM SERVICES

FULL TIME EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Responsible for facilitating the delivery of effective services to victims of crime and tragic circumstances in the Ponoka area through the planning, development, implementation, administration and evaluation of agency policies and procedures in accordance with the guidelines of the Ministry of the Attorney General and under the direction of a Board of Directors.

As the successful candidate you have knowledge and understanding of the social service agency, sound knowledge of the justice system, and awareness of justice issues around victimization needs. Your excellent oral and written communication skills will be demonstrated in presenting information to the media, the public and written reports for the Ministry of the Attorney General. You possess the ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships with police officers, emergency personnel, volunteers, and a broad range of social service and judicial providers. You are a committed individual who brings supervisory experience and/or ability and are able to provide strong leadership and direction for the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS

PONOKA OFFICE ASSISTANT

General Manager

A university baccalaureate level degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience and the following: - Experience in a not-for-profit environment in conjunction is an asset - General knowledge of the justice system, social services, community, and victimization issues will be beneficial - Must be adaptable; Flexibility with unusual shift requirements.

- Excellent oral and written skills.

- Detailed and well developed computer skills.

- General understanding of Finance and budgeting - Demonstrated organizational, management and supervisory skills.

- Strong leadership, motivational skills especially when working with others - Passion, empathy and objectivity - Integrity, Dependability and the ability to build and maintain trust - Full time position (32-40 hours per week with some flex hours) - Salary commesurate with experience and education Please submit resume and cover letter by email to

ponokavictimsservices@shaw.ca Applications of interested and qualified persons must be received by November 15, 2012.

We appreciate your application however only those selected for interviews will be contacted

AUTO SALES

BUYERS

RANDY MOHL

403-783-8008 Phone 783-8008 BUY - SELL - CONSIGN 5704 - Hwy 2A North, Ponoka, AB T4J 1M1

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

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE FOR JUST

$28

PER WEEK. REACHING 6000 HOUSEHOLDS PER WEEK.

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BOBCAT SERVICES Sur-B Enterprises Ltd.

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

ADVERTISE WITH US! Reaching 6000 households weekly

850

Trades

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

Trades

850

CALL 1-877-223-3311 CLASSIFIEDS HOT-LINE

Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY Restaurant/ Hotel

For just

820

$28 per week

850

FUTURE AG in Rimbey is now accepting applications for an Agricultural Technician / Heavy Duty Mechanic with Ag experience. Live the life style of Central Alberta and be home at night. Work for one of the few family owned dealerships where we care about our employees and customers.

We offer: • • • • • • •

Competitive Wages Annual work boot reimbursement RRSP Plan Benefit Package Sick Days Tuition reimbursement program for apprentices Monthly Bonus

850

Trades

403-783-3311

Is currently hiring:

•Servers •Dishwashers •Cooks Apply in person to Brad at:

4405 Hwy 2A Sales & Distributors

830

Currently seeking

3rd Year or Journeyman Welders, Tig Welders, B Pressure Welders Weekdays 7:00-4:30.

No eves or wknd work.

Exc. working conditions.

Benefits after 3 months.

Fax resume to 403-346-2072 or email patty.micron@telus.net

If you are looking for a rewarding career with a successful and growing organization, then forward your resume to:

403-783-5185 1-800-662-7135 Fax: 403-783-4635

Tues - Fri: 8:30 am-5:30 pm Saturday: 9 am-3 pm

GARBAGE COLLECTION

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.

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.

Use our unique Attention Getters and make your ad a winner.

Call: Classifieds

to place your ad in the

now!

Motorcycles & ATV’s

850

is a licensed inspection facility specializing in cryogenic tank repairs and stainless braided hose assembly.

1-877-223-3311 309-3300 SALES & SERVICE

Trades

MICRON INDUSTRIES

Future Ag Inc. Attn: Paula Box 140 Rimbey, AB T0C 2J0 Fax (403) 843-2790 Email paulam@futureag.ca

this space could be yours!

CONSTRUCTION

Trades

Business Opportunities

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

Truckers/ Drivers

860

BUSY CENTRAL AB company req’s exp’d. Class 1 drivers to pull decks.

Assigned truck, exc. wages and benefits pkg. Paid extras. Family orientated.

Resume and abstract fax to 403-784-2330 or call 1-877-787-2501 Mon,. - Fri,. 8 a m to 6 pm

870

BE YOUR OWN BOSS! It’s 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)

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This space could be yours for $

28

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311

Truckers/ Drivers

860

REQUIRED FOR AN ALBERTA TRUCKING COMPANY: one Class 1 Driver.

Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta.

Scheduled days off.

Call Lloyd 780-723-5051

Business Opportunities

870

BE YOUR OWN BOSS. Start your own business in the health & wellness industry. Must have high speed internet. Flexible hours. Free online training; www.project4wellness.com BUSINESS LOANS. Alberta Business Loans Centre helps business owners prosper by solving their financing problems; www.

AlbertaBusinessLoans.com.

Call 780-437-2150 / 780-401-3550.

DEALERS WANTED CNG-compressed natural gas conversions for gasoline/diesel engines and home/fleet fueling stations. Minimum investment required, great income potential call 403-703-3551; gtaylor502@xplornet.com

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MEAT MANAGER, Jasper Super A. Jasper Super A is looking for an experienced Retail Meat Manager.

As Meat Manager you will be responsible for all aspects of the managing the department, including cutting meat. You must have working knowledge of gross margins, expense controls and human resources management.

The successful candidate must have Grade 12 (or equivalent) and be able to provide a “clear” security clearance. If you have the skills and abilities please forward your resume to our Head Office, The Grocery People Ltd. (TGP) in confidence to: Human Resources Officer, The Grocery People Ltd., 14505 Yellowhead Trail, Edmonton, AB, T5L 3C4.

Fax 780-447-5781. Email: humanresources@tgp.ca EARN EXTRA CASH! ■Part-time, full-time immediate openings for ■ men & women.

Easy computer work, other positions are available.

Can be done from home.

No experience needed; www.hiringnow-alberta.com REQUIRED Shop Laborer Polisher Full or Part Time Crestomere area BANDIT INDUSTRIES 403-783-4284

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STA M P E D E in Ponoka, has immediate opening for

SWAMPERS

is now

Please submit resumes to 6526 - 44 Ave Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 Fax: 403-783-3011 or Email:

HIRING

P/T

hr@calnashtrucking.com

ADULT UPGRADING

and

Alberta Government Funded Programs Student Funding Available!

F/T cashiers Please drop off resumes in person or fax them to 403-783-8273

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NOVEMBER START • •

GED Preparation Community Support Worker Program Morning, Afternoon And Evening P/T Classes

Academic Express

Adult Education & Training

340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca

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880

P/T Position with HELPING HANDS! (15-20 hrs/wk) providing Supports for Brain Injured clients.

Must enjoy/have exp. working with people with disabilities. Clear criminal record check & reliable vehicle req’d.

Mon - Fri, NO eves, wknds, or stats. Position best suited for older or semi-retired adults, or people with school aged children looking for flexible P/T hours! Competitive wages & benefit pkg.

Email resumes to helping2@netago.ca or fax to 403-346-4100.

CARRIERS REQUIRED to deliver the Central AB Life, one day a wk. in Rimbey & Bentley Please call Debbie for details 314-4307

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FULL-TIME MEAT CUTTER REQUIRED at Sobeys in Olds, Alberta.

40 hours per week.

Benefits. Fax resume to 1-403-556-8652.

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P/T CARPENTER’S HELPER/ labourer, Ponoka area, training provided wage negotiable dependant on experience 403-391-8385

SHIPPING AND RECEIVING Supreme International Limited, Wetaskiwin is looking for a fulltime Shipping & Receiving person.

This position is responsible to maintain records (using computers or other technical equipment), prepare shipments, accept deliveries of goods, invoice and load unload trucks or containers for domestic or international destinations etc.

This position will also provide support for inventory control to maintain the operations of the manufacturing and parts warehouses.

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Box 1100 4905 50 St. Rimbey, AB T0C 2J0

Calnash Trucking has an immediate opening for the following position:

Fax # 780-352-6597 Email: hr@supremeinternational.com For more information visit www.supremeinternational.com

Ph. (403) 843-2173 Fax: (403) 843-2607

DENTAL CARE BIRCHLAND DENTAL CLINIC PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY

DISPATCHER

Ę° Ę° t Ę° Ę° 5118 - 51 Ave., Ponoka, AB T4J 1R5

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.

%3 )6() 1035&3 t %3 3*$, #"33 %3 +&'' #"33 - General Dentistry - Orthodontics - Cosmetic Dentistry - Bonding - Veneers - Bleaching - White or Gold Fillings - Crown and Bridge - Implant Restorations

COMPETITIVE WAGES & BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDED

Submit resume to: Calnash Trucking Ltd. 6526 - 44 Avenue, Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 Fax: 403.783.3011 Email: hr@calnashtrucking.com

“WE ENTHUSIASTICALLY WELCOME NEW PATIENTS�

EYE CARE

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please

Drs. Heimdahl & ZoBell 403-783-5575 1-800-662-7168 WWW.4YOUREYESONLY.CA

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SUPREME INTERNATIONAL LIMITED IS LOOKING FOR GENERAL LABOURERS Job Duties: x Form and/or cut steel according to the production schedule, standards and specifications. x Perform a wide variety of steel preparations, including sandblasting, manual & power tool sanding, grinding, and chemical wash cleaning. x Operate hand and power tools. x Possible welding. x Mechanical background would be an asset.

WE CAN OFFER YOU: Team Focused Environment Excellent Benefits Package (includes): Dental/Extended Health/Vision/STD/LTD/ RRSP Employer Funded Please drop off, fax, mail or e-mail your resume to: Supreme International Limited P.O. Box 6450, 6010 – 47 Street Wetaskiwin, Alberta T9A 2G2 Attn: C. Brooks

5120-51ST AVE, PONOKA

NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME

OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday

NAIL TECHNICIAN

Angel

Shawna S. Welz RMT, Nail Technician

MASSAGE THERAPY AND AESTHETICS

Therapeutic Massage

Stress Relief

Relaxation Massage

Manicures Pedicures Gel Nails Waxing

403-783-5091 Bay #6, 5103-48 Avenue, Ponoka with Tina Kobi Massage www.angelmassagetherapy.net

HEATING

RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIAL • Heating • Ventilation • Air Conditioning Systems • Custom Metal Fabrication • Hearth Products

Fax # (780) 352-6597 Email: hr@supremeinternational.com For more information visit www.supremeinternational.com

Employment Training

•

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

900

PHONE: 403-783-7443 FAX: 403-783-7454 5210 - 50th Street Ponoka, AB 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE

Please drop off, fax, mail or e-mail your resume to: Supreme International Limited P.O. Box 6450, 6010 - 47 Street Wetaskiwin, Alberta T9A 2G2 Attn: C. Brooks

DR. STEVE CALDER BS C DDS

Family Friendly Dentistry

The Shipping and Receiving person should have strong organizational skills as well as possess an openness to learn.

Must provide proof of a valid driver’s license and successfully have completed forklift and overhead crane training.

WE CAN OFFER YOU: Team Focused Environment Excellent BeneďŹ ts Package: (includes) Dental/Extended Health/Vision/STD/LTD/ RRSP Employer Funded

RIMBEYDENTALCARE

F/T WORKER NEEDED for disabled young man, Must have own vehicle and First aid. Send resume to Box 273 Rimbey T0C 2J0

TR BUILDERS SEEKING A CAREER in is seeking a F/T carpenter the Community Newspaper & F/T laborer for new business? Post your home construction near resume for FREE right Breton starting immed., where the publishers ref’s and transportation are looking. Visit: r e q ’ d . P h o n e Ty l e r www.awna.com/ 780-696-2028 eves. resumes_add.php.

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Funded in part by the Government of Canada.

SO007292 EXPERIENCE OTHER CULTURES WHILE REPRESENTING MÉTIS ABROAD

MÉTIS INTERNATIONAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP INTERNSHIP 1-888-48-MÉTIS

Advertise your business in the Business Directory!

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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

3 Certified Inspectors on Staff Battle River Insurance Ltd. The Co-operators 5103 48 Ave, Bay #3 Ponoka, AB

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

Reaching 6000 households weekly

For just

$28 per week this space could be yours!

403-783-3311

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BURNCO Rock Products Ltd has a full-time opening for the position of Quarry Foreman, in our Calgary area. This position reports directly to Division Manager, Landscape. The major responsibilities of this position include: - Managing and training Employees - Supervising the operation and maintenance of production plants and Quarry operations - Ensuring a safe working environment - Hiring and supervising all required staff - Ensuring quality of all products - Monitoring all costs associated with the plant operation - Responsible for shipping products for re-sale Preference will be given to candidates with the following qualifications: - Knowledge of blasting, crushing and screening hard rock products - Sales experience - Mechanically inclined - Good written, verbal and computer skills - Experience operating Loaders or Excavators - Valid Class 1 Driver’s License - Travel will be required Interested candidates are requested to submit a resume by November 9, 2012 to: BURNCO Rock Products Ltd Fax: (403) 440-3454 Attention: Human Resources OR E-mail: careers@burnco.com We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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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.

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

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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Students at PCHS recognized for their dedication

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Recognition of a job well done is an important part of a student’s learning experience.

Each year Ponoka Composite High School (PCHS) recognizes its students for their efforts in the last school year; this year was no different except that organizers invited parents to be a part of the celebrations, explained principal Ian Rawlinson. It is an ever-changing event and parents told him they enjoyed being able celebrate their children’s accomplishments.

The challenge educators face is being able to adjust to the diverse needs of students. There was one award Rawlinson feels was a testament to last year’s graduates.

“I’m really impressed with the number of Rutherford winners,” he said.

The Alexander Rutherford Scholarship can be up to $2,500 and goes to students with a minimum combined average based on a five-course schedule.

They must also plan or be enrolled in post-secondary education. PCHS had more than 30.

“Besides the money what it does for these kids is it gives them a leg up,” said Rawlinson.

Another area where students performed well was in the Career and Technology Studies (CTS).

Students from grades 9 to 12 received awards in building centre, fabrication, and food studies.

Some were awarded money and a certificate, and others received tools that will help them with their work.

Assistant principal Ron Rarick said his job is to maintain student programs and encourage students not to give up on their goals. “I’m proud of how hard the kids work…and the opportunity they create for themselves.”

He feels meeting the needs of students is something all the teachers at PCHS strive for because it is a different experience for them.

“We have students working 40-to-50 hour work weeks and a job,” stated Rawlinson. “They’re inundated with challenges.”

He believes the world is changing and it is easy to forget that “kids are a part of that.”

Rarick feels it is important to give parents credit for the support they give their children as well and the school intends to continue with this format.

Among the many students awarded was gradu-

ate Jason Rausch. Not only did he achieve honours but he was also awarded the Jean Martin Award in mathematics and athletics. The $1,000 award is presented to a graduate combines excellence in Math 30 Pure, Math 31 and athletics. Rausch will use the money to pay for school next semester.

He is at Red Deer College to pursue engineering and plans to study to be a petroleum engineer at the University of Alberta.

“It was good to know that I was being recognized for an award, especially in math and sports… math is my thing,” he stated.

He credits his teachers for helping him in his studies. “If I missed a test I could always make it up.”

He looks forward to adding the certificate to his resume as well.

Jessica Sperber, who is now studying at Grant MacEwan University to be a dental hygienist, was awarded honours; the Bower Dental Centre $200 award for entering a dental field; the Ladies Auxiliary Royal Canadian Legion Award, presented to a student pursuing post-secondary education who is related to a veteran or Mountie; the Government of Alberta High School Citizenship Award for contributions to the school climate; and the Ernie Plested Memorial Scholarship of $500 to a student involved in high school rodeo or 4-H in the last two years.

She also credits her teachers and how they work with students. “They were always supportive and ready to help.”

Sperber believes the new layout at the high school made learning a better experience, which is one of the reason she chose Grant MacEwan.

It was a comfortable learning environment, she explained.

Another award winner was one of last year’s valedictorians, Taylor Kim. He was unable to attend but earned five awards including the Governor General’s Award for the highest academic average and the Glencoe Resources Ltd. Scholarship; a $6,500 scholarship paid over the course of four years.

Rawlinson was proud for Kim and said it was hard work that brought the student where he is today. He credits all the students at PCHS for their hard work.

“All the students…no matter what, they worked really hard,” he stated.

Karen David presents the Jean Martin Award in Mathematics and Athletics to Jason Rausch.

Principal Ian Rawlinson presents Jessica Sperber with the Government of Alberta High School Citizenship Award.

Gary Colyn of Sommer Home Hardware presents Joshua Pilon with a Career and Technology Award.

Students win big at PCHS awards The Ponoka Composite High School held its annual awards for the 2011-2012 school year Oct. 25.

The new format brought parents and students to celebrate their accomplishments and despite some students being unable to attend, the school was full.

These were the scholarships presented to students: • Recipients of the Alexander Rutherford Scholarships include - Joel Beaubien, Tyler Bell, Jenna Brake, Zane Bugarin, Kit Christopher, Erika Cissell, Breanne Emes, Jamylee Emes, Kathleen Fairbrother, Mark Ferguson, Jessa Galloway, Taya Hoar, Miranda Holliday-Brookwell, Colin Horan, Darby Hunt, Austin Jacobson, Amanda Klimec , Kim McCullough, Jordan Moorcroft, Clint Motley, Jordan Mueller, Brooke Pearman, Katrina Pylypow, Scott Pylypow, Jason Rausch, Matthew Rowland, Camille Tschabol, Kayla Ward, Shawn Williams, Ashley Wilton, Savanah Winick.

• Merit Contractors Association Scholarship - Jonathan Van de Pol • Gemini Engineering Awards – Joel Beaubien • Canadian Legion English 30-2 Award - Ashley Wiancko • Canadian Legion Technology Award - Courteney Littlechild • Joan and Dunc Grant Scholarship Katrina Pylypow • Dr. Mac & Olive Elofson Nursing Award - Jenna Brake • Chamber of Commerce Award Ryan Raugust • Conscientious Student Awards Courtney Archibald, Danni Richardson, Rebecca Reid, Shawn Williams • Lions Award - Maddison Pearman and Ethan Cire • Louise Mah Scholarship - Mao (Spencer) Lin • Doug MacLeod Math Improvement Awards - Gr 9: Samantha Lysons, Gr 10: Zach Yellowbird, Gr. 11: Rebecca Nicholson • Earl Berdine Memorial & Scott School Scholarship - Daniel Patrick • PCHS Academic Awards - Gr 9: Zoe Cire, Gr 10: Madison Motley, Gr 11: Presley Waknuk • Katelyn Cook Inspiration Award Samantha Quinn • Wolf Creek Public Schools CTS

Award - Brianne Perry • Wolf Creek Public Schools - Board Scholarships - Courtney Archibald, Brandon Behm, Logan Bonnett, Erika Cissell, Shelbie Matheson and Brooke Pearman • Wolf Creek ATA Local No. 3 - Local Teachers Award - Amanda Klimec • St. Mary Anglican Church - Dalton Schultz • Halvar C. Jonson Scholarship Mark Ferguson • Kinsmen English 30-1 Award Miranda Holliday – Brookwell • I.O.D.E. Social Studies 30 Award Kit Christopher • Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre Ladies Auxiliary Community Volunteer Award - Katrina Pylypow and Erika Cissell • Loyal Order of Moose Award - Ashley Wiancko • Ladies Auxiliary Royal Canadian Legion - Jessica Sperber, Camille Tschabold, Erika Cissell and Taya Hoar • Ernie Plested Memorial Scholarship - Jessica Sperber • Jean Martin Award in Mathematics and Athletics - Jason Rausch • Don Hoar Agricultural Scholarship - Shelbie Matheson • W. J. Hoar Memorial Award - Taylor Kim • Dr. Mac & Olive Elofson Chemistry 30 Award - Colby Stolson • Royal Purple Award - Camille Tschabold • Rowland, Parker & Associates Math 30 Award, Glencoe Resources Ltd. Scholarship, Governor General’s Award – All awarded to Taylor Kim. Certificates were awarded to: • Government of Alberta High School Citizenship Award - Jessica Sperber • PCHS Drama Awards – Gr. 9: Ryan Storie, Gr. 10: Garrett Hall, Sam Hubert, Megan Grant, Kaitlyn Arbeau. Gr. 11: Tyler Louis, Chandler McLaren, Miranda Johnson. Gr. 12: Megan Sweet, Erika Cissell, Courteney Littlechild and Melissa Anderson.

• PCHS Art Awards - Art 9: Zoe Cire and Allecia Verheire. Art 10: Kyi Metzger. Art 20: Shinea Small and Morena Stamm. Art 30: ($50.00 Award and Certificate): Mark Ferguson.

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Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2012

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.

Advertisers: Please call 403-783-3311 for information on how to be included in this event.

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.

We urge you to dig through your old albums and ¿nd your favourite photo.

Photos submitted previous years do not have to be resubmitted.

PLEASE INCLUDE COMPLETED FORM WITH YOUR PHOTO(S).

Name of veteran(s)

Branch of Service Unit Years Enlisted Served in Which Theatres Medals Awarded A brief biography relating unique experiences: